(Folsom) Brain Matter(s)

[Jacque]

Jacque's eyes followed the discussion before adding, "I had toyed with the idea of a faux parley. With this one being known as a master of Dominate, the idea was for a suitable host to be provided and allow the spider to think their torpid body was safe since the only formal entrance to the basement would be visible at all times." Looking to Thomas, "This would be first dependent on whether or not the Spider retained their supernatural awareness of their haven during possession, of course. Secondly, we'll have to figure out if we canbackdoor through the pipes."

"As far as luring them out." his voice lingered for a moment. "Chlorine dust was suggested as an irritant that could be pumped into the air. Otherwise, if the parley idea was feasible I imagine his current haven is chosen more so out of survival than an appreciate of the location. Freedom may be quite the bait."

"Or other ideas may surface as we acquire more information." he says as Thomas approached with the devices used for the ritual. He quietly watches the Lord with the healthiest amount of skepticism.

[Derek Menzies]

Derek nods at Thomas's reasoning. There had been very little interaction or discussion of collaboration with the neighboring Domain residents. They had been unequipped to handle this threat and for the sake of the First Tradition, the Prince had no doubt reluctantly agreed to provide assistance.

What comes next is a surprise for Derek as the Lord grabs the knife to slit his hand. Derek had never seen a ritual of the Crone firsthand. The talk of philosophies and ideals is one thing, but harnessing the supernatural is quite another. His skeptical mind observes and analyzes but sees nothing more than a mingling of crimson and clear liquid.

Blinking, Derek instead turns to hear Jack speak of practical solutions. "Mm. Yes. Like fumigation," he remarks unhelpfully.

[Jacque]

"I was only unaware if the Malocusian had somehow been able to overcome that vulnerability." He pops the cap from the tube and rolls out the map for Thomas and Derek to see.

Pointing at the appropriate sections of the map, "Only one known entrance. If they think their body is safe in the heart of the maze and the meeting is held in front of the only known entrance then they might think they're safe. Starving him out could be an option, though that is a significant undertaking that would likely draw media attention to a currently quiet problem. Other options were discussed like commanding a pack of dogs, but the Prince wasn't terribly keen on the idea. It doesn't put anyone's lives at risk but it could also cause the spider to withdraw or increase their defensive position. We're blind once we get past the second gate. Any other ideas or questions before I shoot a summary of other information we may need?"

[Derek Menzies]

The visual description Thomas describes has Derek listening curiously. "A broom? A janitor maybe? And a key? Perhaps a service entrance or elevator? Mm, but then that would appear on the map, wouldn't it..." It is difficult to take such supernatural data as reliable, but every lead should be pursued.

Derek peers over the map as he unfolds it.

"Well, concerning the irritants, are we even able to get our hands on any actual chemical agents? Staging a gas leak or something of that nature to keep the Kine busy has tremendous appeal. Though if we fail to subdue the ancient thereafter then it will only bring more attention and investigation by their authorities, preventing our long-term presence," he says to Jack. "If stealth and frontal assaults are not an option then whatever tools we choose will provide the greatest advantage."

Turning back to Thomas, Derek asks, "Would removing the Vitae from the walls of the lair have any affect, do you think? Could we flood the lower levels somehow? I could check with some contacts regarding local water mains."

[Jacque]

Armed with Thomas' comprehensive details about the bloodline, Jacque takes the time to re-review the map for anything that could be advantageous to their goal.

  2 successes

Date		Action		Roll		Result
2019-06-24 22:46:48		Jacque rolls 8 to review the map (Int+Inv+EQ) (10 Again)		6, 6, 1, 1, 8, 5, 8, 2		2 successes

[Derek Menzies]

It's a shame about the Vitae, but still worth asking, thinks Derek as he ponders further.

"I have resources I can contribute," offers Derek without blinking an eye. "And I believe it will be worth every penny. Though my chemistry skills are unfortunately quite minimal. I usually stick to computer science. Which...may be more of use if we go with the synthetic drone approach?" He looks back and forth between the two gentlemen curiously.

"So a temporary media blackout, chemicals to remove Kine interference, and remote operated drones? But we're still lacking bait or lure. A drone with a package perhaps?"