Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Saturday August 15th, 2015 10:59:53 AM
A new day means a new spell selection. Pru again casts an extended Mage Armor on herself and Nikolai, then helps prepare for the ambush.
"I could cast Invisibility on somebody," she suggests, "but it would only be good for about five minutes. I don't know if it's worth the trouble."
Anna Morphe (Hugh C) -- AC 17/16/13 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 16 Sunday August 16th, 2015 10:06:32 PM
"I can cast snare, soften earth and stone, entangle, spike growth or plant growth so I have a number of ways with which to impede movement. The only questions would be where would we be setting our ambush and how would we avoid detection by the patrols, until we wanted to take them, and how to prevent them from signaling some kind of alarm." Anna says.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 Monday August 17th, 2015 9:56:39 AM do any of you spell slingers have a silence spell? That coupled with your other spells Anna will have a good chance of keeping them silent and in the kill box until we are through with them.
Ooc: we need a map of the location for the ambush, hard to set up a proper one without knowing the terrain. We need a place with good cover, a quick means of egress and far enough away from the main camp that we have time to beat feet after we've beat the patrol to meat.
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Monday August 17th, 2015 9:15:14 PM
"Sorry, no Silence," Pru says. "But it's a pretty big farm. If we catch them far enough away from the main group, the sound might not carry that far."
Anna Morphe (Hugh C) -- AC 17/16/13 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 16 Monday August 17th, 2015 9:42:06 PM
"I have some thunder stones, that isn't the same thing, but it could deafen a few of them, though that could backfire and make them yell louder."
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) Monday August 17th, 2015 10:59:52 PM
Nikolai does not know what happened to Hope and Drake, but it is clear that it was not 'normal' in any sense. She would not have gone off without warning us, unless some greater power had come to take her, like others of their group before.
"The Wold is full of mysteries and Hope, just like Bliss, was taken from us. We trust that someday we will see them again."
Nikolai chuckles when Anna brings up Thunderstones. "Let's stay away from Thunderstones, for now. I have some too, but we want just a patrol, not all of them.
He ponders the suggestions. "What Anna said about the druid may be important. These Mailed Fist did not kill the farmers and even paid them until they ran out of money. So we should give them the benefit of the doubt, for now. Our ambush should incapacitate their capabilities such that we can at least parley.
Entanglement and Spike Growth are our best bets. When they see they are trapped, we can show ourselves and demand an explanation for their presence. We pretend we know little about the division and are just returning from a mission and seen dead Mailed Fist members. Something along that line. We do the best we can to get information as peacefully as possible."
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 Tuesday August 18th, 2015 7:01:42 AM These are Mailed Fist Soldiers, my fear is that we underestimate them and they turn the tables on us.
Anna Morphe (Hugh C) -- AC 17/16/13 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 16 Tuesday August 18th, 2015 6:43:19 PM
"Plant Growth may be better than entangle. In the area of the spell effect movement is greatly hampered by the thick vegetation." Anna opines.
AC 22 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+10=19 ; Tuesday August 18th, 2015 9:52:08 PM
Tinker is not one to talk tactics or what others are likely to do, so he keeps watch while the plan is hashed out.
Perception 19
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Tuesday August 18th, 2015 11:26:23 PM
"If that's our plan, I can try to use Ray of Enfeeblement to make it harder to escape," Pru says. She smiles wryly. "I don't have much else in the way of nonlethal attacks."
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) Wednesday August 19th, 2015 12:31:52 AM
Nikolai likes the suggestions being made by his friends.
"The main purpose is to get information. We could just walk in there but the risk is too great that they'll not cooperate. Take a smaller group, show them we mean business without killing them, and if there are any that are dissatisfied with how things are going, perhaps they'll spill the beans."
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 Wednesday August 19th, 2015 2:19:38 PM hmmm..hadn't thought of that. there is enough dissension about all this we might find some allies. I like it.
DM Ken - Anna's Map Wednesday August 19th, 2015 2:21:48 PM
(There's no map for this at the moment. It's not super necessary yet. Think back to AD&D!)
A few plans are tentatively made. An ambush, involving strength drains, lots of plants, and Michael and his daggers are bandied about, but an ambush spot has yet to be chosen.
There are three patrols, per Anna's information. Patrols one and two move opposite of each other, intersecting twice at regular intervals in their patrol route. The third group seems to randomly check different structures, areas, and on the other two patrols with little apparent reasoning.
The idea of discussing burning down the farm seems to vanish as quickly as it were suggested. And too, does the idea of seeking out the druid for discussion. Without leverage, anyways.
Nikolai discusses tactics with the group and the work on a decision. If they are going to ambush the rovers, they need to choose a spot to do it, specifically a point of interest on the map. If they are going to ambush the fixed route guards, it will be a much more simple affair.
AC 22 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) Wednesday August 19th, 2015 5:37:52 PM
Tinker listens and finally stabs a thumb down on Anna's Map at the farmhands house. "How about here?"
Anna Morphe (Hugh C) -- AC 17/16/13 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 16 d20+16=22 ; Wednesday August 19th, 2015 7:31:23 PM
"I think either the farmhands house, or one of the barns in the crop field would be the best place for this ambush, though I will defer to the group if I am outvoted. The nice thing about the farmhand house is that it is farther away from the main farmhouse, however the barns are surrounded by short crops that can readily be adapted for our ambush.The problem with one of the barns is they are only about 150 feet from the main farmhouse so if we are figured out, it won't take too long for the patrol to get reinforcements." Anna says.
She then casts both guidance and the centaur version of Tauros Taur Try on everyone. (OOC: +2 to survival rolls 10 minutes; + 1 on your next skill role; so everyone roll survival to aid another on Anna, you get 3 + your survival modifier to beat a DC 10)
(Survival: 22)
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) d20+3=21 ; Wednesday August 19th, 2015 11:04:17 PM
"The farmhand house sounds fine to me," Pru says. "I'm not really the brains of the outfit, though."
[Survival 21. Successfully Aid Another to boost Anna's score.]
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) Thursday August 20th, 2015 12:32:32 AM "Distance from he main house may be to our best advantage. The farmhand house then. Approaching during the dark will give some cover.
Anna, were you able to determine a racial mix? Were there any elves, dwarves, or halfelves? Knowing if there are any that have low light or darkvision is important. Also, are there any staying at this house?
If there are none, we can wait inside. When the patrol shows up, Anna can turn into a cute kitten, lure them inside, then turn into a tiger and we'll surround them. Parley as best we can and take it from there."
Nikolai is open to suggestions as well but much depends upon whether any are staying in the farmhand house.
DM Ken - Anna's MapFarmhouse Outside Thursday August 20th, 2015 4:18:08 PM
A decision is made that the outside farmhouse is the best spot to go. Following Anna's lead, the Agents are able to successfully skirt the closer ranger patrols and the general notice of any of the incumbent mailed fist. As you approach the farm house, it seems several recent repairs have been made, and a small gate has been constructed. A cow and some chickens seem fairly well cared for.
Profession Farmer: DC 14 Highlight to display spoiler: {While they are fed and groomed, it seems that the one taking care of them doesn't appear to be very familiar with lives stock. The chickens are over-fed, and grain is being wasted. The cows have been given piles of hay, which isn't something they typically eat. All the animals have water though, and there isn't much waste about.}
The house itself is a two story affair. The front door is closed and the windows boarded with small slits for vision.
For the purposes of an ambush, it's no farmland, but there is potential perhaps, if you could get inside the building. Due to the random nature of the roving patrols, there's no telling when or even if they will check in here any time soon.
DM Request: 2 Stealth rolls, all involved. Please add a +10 modifier for the cover of the cornfield on the first roll, and no modifiers other than the usual on your second.
DM Question: Nikolai mentioned approaching during darkness. Are you all letting the day pass before advancing?
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 d20+28=35 ; d20+28=34 ; d20+18=38 ; Thursday August 20th, 2015 8:43:29 PM
I would think that Darkness is best.
stealth 35 38
AC 22 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+10=20 ; d20+10=27 ; Thursday August 20th, 2015 10:16:08 PM
Tinker moves quietly with the team, eager to take care of these miscreants.
Perception 40 and 27
Anna Morphe [Tiny Cat] (Hugh C) -- AC 18/17/13 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 15 d20+23=40 ; d20+13=26 ; d20+11=18 ; Thursday August 20th, 2015 10:32:06 PM
"I too think we should use the cover of Darkness" Anna says.
Before they set off to the farmhand house, Anna shrinks down to a tiny size and drops to all fours as her features grow more feline and include cat ears, a tail and whiskers. Where Anna stood now stands a tiny tabby cat with mackerel coloration.
"Meow" Anna says.
She then casts longstrider on herself and the Liontaur version of Toros Taur Try on herself and the rest moving through the group to periodically renew the spell. (OOC: Everyone gets +1 stealth and acrobatics in 10 minute durations)
Active Effects: Wildshaped as BeastShape II - 6 hours +10 disguise (-2 applied to be a different race/species) so +8 adjusted +4 size bonus to dex, -2 size penalty str, +1 natural armor, +2 size bonus AC, +2 Attack, +8 stealth, makes stealth modifier 12 or 13 w/ taur try +4 fly, -2 CMB/CMD speed 30ft, or 40ft w/ longstrider scent, low light vision, 2 claws +8(1d2+2), bite+8(1d3+2)
longstrider: +10 base speed - 6 hours
Toros Taur Try , liontaur : +1 stealth / acrobatics - 10 min intervals renew as needed
(Stealth 1: 40) (Stealth 2: 26) (Perception: 18)
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) d20+14=22 ; d20+4=17 ; d20+4=14 ; Thursday August 20th, 2015 10:48:02 PM
Pru moves as stealthily as she can, knowing that it's not as stealthy as all that. Still, she does a decent job. [Stealth 22 and 17,]
Pru glances at the animals, then frowns. "Whoever's taking care of them certainly means well," she whispers, "but they don't know what they're doing."
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) d20+22=38 ; d20+12=19 ; Friday August 21st, 2015 1:10:04 AM
OOC: DM, darkness was mentioned because Nikolai had said 'before dawn they move in... Before dawn would mean it is still dark, I think, but in the Wold, who knows... :)
IC: before they leave the cover of the cornfield, Nikolai asks Anna-kitten to go snoop around the farmhand house and see if she can smell or hear or see if anyone is inside.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) Sunday August 23rd, 2015 11:07:40 PM
Although Nikolai wanted to arrive at their designated spot before dark, the distance is hard to judge through such a huge cornfield. When they do arrive, it is light. Sneaking up to the farmhand house won't be as easy as thought.
A little snooping before they expose themselves is in order and that task lands in Anna-cat's lap.
(Ah! Gotcha, I'm sorry I missed that. I usually picture the last watch ending around 5, just around sun-up. I'll give you the darkness!)
Gathering themselves up and removing most signs of their camp, the Agents move out. Through the darkness, it's easy to remain unspotted, and the corn aids this endeavor.
Near the end of the trail, Double Fist comes to the edge of their cover. With the main house a mile behind them, and the patrols avoided, they take a small rest after their few hours of travel.
Anna takes the form of a cute kitten, something entirely common on a farm, and makes her way out to investigate. A quick jaunt around the house and inside through an open window reveal it to be empty, with no one inside, though it does appear lived in. There are a number of beds, food, water, and other supplies along with some backpacks and locked chests at the foot of the beds.
Prudence is able to notice the novice care of the animals. This lends to the idea that someone in the Fist has been taking care of them, but who? Probably not the confirmed druid, he would know whats needed. It's likely that this farm house is regularly used by fist troopers, who are simply trying their best.
Consider the 1st and 2nd floors pretty much identical.
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Monday August 24th, 2015 4:03:55 PM
"Well," Pru says. "Shall we set an ambush? Try to catch a patrol returning?"
Anna Morphe [Tiny Cat] (Hugh C) -- AC 18/17/13 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 15 Monday August 24th, 2015 8:04:23 PM
Anna scratches a circle with a slash in the dirt, indicating that she found 0 people inside.
At the suggestion of Pru's ambush Anna-cat nods her little kitty head.
Active Effects: Wildshaped as BeastShape II - 6 hours (2 or 3 hours elapsed?) +10 disguise (-2 applied to be a different race/species) so +8 adjusted +4 size bonus to dex, -2 size penalty str, +1 natural armor, +2 size bonus AC, +2 Attack, +8 stealth, makes stealth modifier 12 or 13 w/ taur try +4 fly, -2 CMB/CMD speed 30ft, or 40ft w/ longstrider scent, low light vision, 2 claws +8(1d2+2), bite+8(1d3+2)
longstrider: +10 base speed - 6 hours (2 or 3 hours elapsed)
Toros Taur Try , liontaur : +1 stealth / acrobatics - 10 min intervals renew as needed
She tries to figure if the short grass or vegetation outside the farmhouse would be a viable target. Maybe if they can get the the patrol inside the house she can use plant growth to keep them trapped inside. She sits on the ledge of the window and watches the outside.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 Monday August 24th, 2015 8:22:36 PM Tinker, lets see whats in these chests, we might can get some intel on the troops that can be of service getting info out of them.
Michael get himself busy looking for things that would help in an ambush. cooking fat from the kitchen to make the floors slippery. bed sheets and cup hooks, and cups to weight the ends of the sheet, hooks in the ceiling to hold the sheet up and a piece of twine ran around the hooks to let the sheet drop. If they have oat meal a big pot of thick oat meal boiling hot will stick and burn whoever is hit with it. ( I'm going stream of consciousness here, to give the DM all of the things I am looking for) a way to pearch above the door so I can get the flank on them when they come through the door. or places for us all to hide let the patrol settle down and let their guard down then take them. if we let them retire to their rooms we can take them out piece meal.
Trayvin (BrianZ) AC 18/10/18 Hp 46/59 CMD Monday August 24th, 2015 9:26:20 PM
Trayvin assists with looking through the Fists' gear. "I hope there is some indication here of what their goals are. At least the signs they are taking care of the animals is good."
"Is the farmhouse a good spot for the ambush? Is the vegetation sufficient for your spells?"
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Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) d20+13=15 ; d20+13=23 ; Monday August 24th, 2015 11:11:46 PM
OOC:DM, where's the main door?
"Don't waste time on every chest. Look for their Thumb and do that one first. Find any exits and block them. We'll jimmy the windows shut, not that they can't break through them but the'll get cut doing that. Anyone see a back door? We'll jimmy it shut too. Pru and I will go upstairs and see if we can find a room that's not being used. We'll use the upstairs as a lookout spot as well.
Remember, we don't want them thinking we are thieves or here to kill. We want them to understand that we are a legitimate Fist and we can be on their side if they make their case well enough. That way we can leave the door open to talk to the druid if we need to."
Upstairs Nikolai and Pru will look for a room or rooms that have not been occupied, if there is one, and the best window for a lookout. While doing this he tries to think of the best way to ambush them.
Perception +13 (unused room, if any, or least used) + best lookout window = 15 Perception +13 (look for Thumb's room) = 23
"Anyone know how to magically lock doors and windows? We'll need some Invisibility too. Once the last one enters the door one of us invisible can move to block it while the rest of us jump them. We can formulate a better plan once we look this place over."
The main (and only) door is on the left side of the map. (Ignore the compass on the image of the house)
Nikolai does a bit of searching, and finds all the rooms are used in one fashion or another. He also finds the chest of at least one Thumb, identifiable by the rank insignia painted on it's chest. In it, there are instructions pertaining to their roving patterns. It seems this particular group swaps out with another that ranges farther west and north, back towards the Citadel.
His orders are stamped from Neutronis.
"Maintain patrols, Sons of Pavillion. Words of your heroic actions have reached me and I cannot offer enough praise. Many mercenaries follow the easy road, or the road for money. Your outfit has proven to be loyal and honorable, maintaining their oaths even as the traitor Palance offers an illegitimate escape from them.
Thaddeus, I prefer that your Fist and Malak's Fist swap roves at the grounds of the Citadel. Look for weaknesses in her posts, though I don't you will find much. She has always been thorough and skillful, which makes her betrayal sting that much more.
Continue to eliminate deserters, as they may be spies. Even if they are not, the penalty for desertion in the Fist is death. If those men and women do not have the basic sense to spot an unlawful order, they must suffer as if they willfully disobeyed in the most grievous fashion. If they offer to pledge loyalty to you, accept it, then ship them to me on the front lines. I need men of lesser commitment for the first few phases of our attack.
What I am trying to accomplish is for the good of us all. I fear that Alithmars refusal to pay may be part of some larger plot against us. Without a Kingdom, we are vulnerable to whatever it might be. And so, I shall make us a Kingdom from the ashes of those who insulted and refused us our due."
Michael goes about looking for a number of items to make some worthy traps. He finds the following items in no particular order.
-Flour, Oatmeal (not cooked), water, rations, rope, fishing line and hooks, garden tools, chicken feed, kitchen grease, sheets, pillows, house shoes, rags, ash and soot from the fire place, a hot poker, a carpet, a sofa, a bathtub, soap, a towel, some paper, a little ink, minor scraps of of wood for repairs, some beer, some wine, cups, plates, and silverware.
-He figures it would require a feat of some moderate strength to lodge himself across the ceiling as they enter. It would be tough, considering it's he is shorter than the hall-way is wide, but with his full arm span he might pull it off.
Tinker makes easy pickings of the locks and finds the chests to contain mostly personal effects. None hold any weapons or magic, likely because such items are currently in use by their owners.
Trayvin and Pru look for ways to help, and are told to bar windows. The windows are currently all opened, probably for ventilation.
Anna considers her options. It appears as if the ambush is going to take place within the house. From here, none of her nature based spells will be much good. The grounds outside though, are sufficient for her various druidic spells. She does not think she could gather enough plant matter to pin the doors and windows closed.
All in all there are lots of nooks and crannies to hide, and no telling when the patrol will return this way.
DM Ooc: All players may read this text if they choose, but I trust you not to metagame the information contained therein!
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As your roving patrol lazily picks it's way past the two northern silo's and the main farm house, your little group easily finds the small trail that leads north to the farm-hands cabin. As you walk, Thaddeus, your Thumb, (or unit commander) continues trying to convince everyone that you have chosen the right side in this conflict within the Fist.
"I know everyone has their own convictions, but we put our word to parchment, and that's an oath, by Pantheon, and I'll not break mine. Maybe the Grand Marshall is going too far, but until our terms are up, its our duty to support that! Constance is a traitor. Those who defect are traitors. And we signed up knowing that traitors to the Mailed Fist find the gallows or a sword point."
Thaddeus seems like a good man, but even good men kill other men they find not worthy in war. He had dispatched a number of Mailed Fist deserters, and sent a small number north under guard to Pavillion Neutronis on the front lines of the war with Alithmar.
Both Kora and Karavik had yet to be thrown into the fighting. New transfers to Wolf Regiment, they were quickly caught up in the turmoil between the Sons of Pavillion (the loyalist faction) and Constance Palance (Knight Captain of the Citadel, the main base of Wolf Regiment.). Ushered out by others promising safety and a way to avoid the traitors death, they have found themselves patrolling these farms for a week or so.
Some of these men are violent. Some are normal. Mercenaries are a varied bunch. For now though, the most troubling thing about your situation is a small note that each of you received at separate times, and others in the camp have been receiving as well. Burned upon being turned in, it has been explained away as propaganda from Constance Palance and her agents. Likey the dwarf or the halfing, perhaps. Still, it makes on wonder about it's prose.
Pavillion leads his Wolves astray, quicker to the slaughter. Where honest men keep account, Neutronis did not bother.
Ignorant, you are excused, though now you have been told. Earn more pay with brothers blood, an' thy bodies shall lie cold.
As you pick your way through the corn fields, Thaddeus finally wraps up his little speech and directs a question to both of you. Snapped from your musings on the parchment, you listen to his words.
"So Kora, and you too Karavik. You were both new to Wolf Regiment when the traitor turned us on our heads. You did the right thing by coming with us, but you might not have the same bias we do. What are your opinions on the matter?"}
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Tuesday August 25th, 2015 5:33:27 PM
Pru hesitates. "If we shut the windows," she says, "they'll be able to see them on approach. Won't that make them suspicious?"
AC 22 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) Tuesday August 25th, 2015 8:19:56 PM
Tinker disregards the suggestion to only pick a couple of locks. With so many chests, the dwarf is as happy as a pig in mud!
The letter is eapecially important, and Tinker reads it aloud, his brows coming down in stormy stubbornness. " I say this is iron clad. We kill these people and then move onto Nutrius saying that thIs Sergeant Thaddeua sent us to him. That will get us through all the guards and maybe learn the would-be king's plans. "we
Trayvin (BrianZ) AC 18/10/18 Hp 46/59 CMD Tuesday August 25th, 2015 9:11:38 PM
Trayvin shrugs his shoulders as Tinker plays with the locks. "Always good to keep in practice."
He reads over the note that was found. "Nikolai....read the note carefully. We don't have to fight them. We could pretend to be defectors from Constance, and they will send us directly to Pavillion."
Anna Morphe [Tiny Cat] (Hugh C) -- AC 18/17/13 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 15 d20+11=22 ; Tuesday August 25th, 2015 9:18:58 PM
Anna-cat hops down from her perch on the ledge of the open window reads the note and then hops back up on the ledge. She loafs keeping her eyes peeled for anyone coming toward the farmhand house.
(Perception: 22)
Active Effects: Wildshaped as BeastShape II - 6 hours (2 or 3 hours elapsed?) +10 disguise (-2 applied to be a different race/species) so +8 adjusted +4 size bonus to dex, -2 size penalty str, +1 natural armor, +2 size bonus AC, +2 Attack, +8 stealth, makes stealth modifier 12 or 13 w/ taur try +4 fly, -2 CMB/CMD speed 30ft, or 40ft w/ longstrider scent, low light vision, 2 claws +8(1d2+2), bite+8(1d3+2)
longstrider: +10 base speed - 6 hours (2 or 3 hours elapsed)
Toros Taur Try , liontaur : +1 stealth / acrobatics - 10 min intervals renew as needed
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) Wednesday August 26th, 2015 12:14:46 AM
The letter is damning, but what else was new? Well, ...
"True, we don't have to fight them, just pretend we defected from Constance upon returning from our mission. But listen to this, 'Thaddeus, I prefer that your Fist and Malak's Fist swap roves at the grounds of the Citadel. Look for weaknesses in her posts,...'. I'd give anything to catch that Fist!"
Nikolai has to pause to calm down a bit, then he asks, "What do you think we are going to learn from Thaddeus? These guys are loyal to the bone and I doubt they'll divulge anything short of being tortured, and that's not what we stand for. But I leave it up to you, do we spend valuable time here or have we learned enough? I'm content to take this evidence with us and continue our mission. I'm afraid that if we stick to our ambush plan, I'll be inclined to send the lot on a visit to Gargul. Be as it may, I'll do as the Fist prefers."
He then turns to Tinker and asks if he has the skills to make a decent copy of the letter that might pass as the original so they can leave the copy where they found the original.
Karavik (Brad) AC 18/13/15 HP 46/46 CMD 17 Wednesday August 26th, 2015 7:42:21 AM
Karavik tries not to react outwardly to Thaddeus' question. The bard is a good man, but his conscious is in turmoil over the current state of affairs. On the one hand, he is following orders like a soldier, and a soldier of the Fist is all he has ever wanted to be. On the other hand, however, there is something about Pavillion's course that seems 'wrong.' The Mailed Fist is not meant to be involved in politics. There should be a purity there that allows them to stay above the political fray. In that respect, Constance's arguments are correct. Was there a better way she could have gone about making them?
Karavik finally breaks his pensive moment. "I think we have orders to follow," he answers simply. Nothing would pain him more than to be drawn into a long conversation on the topic. His thoughts are much to jumbled for that, and it is likely that he could say something to earn himself a headsman's axe.
Perhaps Kora has the same reservations. They are both newer to the Wolf Regiment. Is there an ally there perhaps?
OOC: The Woldapedia doesn't seem to be working, and I couldn't find another area on formatting posts, so this one may need some retouching. There is an online copy of my character sheet at https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7zy47Ge5aiGZDVGMVRFUWZGQms/view?usp=sharing.
Double Fist begins to ask themselves some hard questions. Do they stay here, simply to avenge their fallen? Nikolai doesn't feel there's a need to stay, or in Trayvins case, fight at all. Tinker feels the fires of revenge burning in his gruff dwarven heart. Prudence is being, well, prudent, and points out if the windows are open, shutting them might signal someone else has been here. Michael is silent.
Anna is being a cat and loafing around, which arguably is what they do best.
Anna Only: Highlight to display spoiler: {You see the glint of metal in the distance approaching from the south. Maybe 8 minutes out, someone is approaching.}
Meanwhile,
Kora and Karavik
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Highlight to display spoiler: {Kora is silent, but Karaviks answer is enough to appease Thaddeus.
"Orders. That's exactly right. We have orders. Until we get back to the house anyways. Then our order is to take some time off and let the mid-watch take our rove."
It isn't far to the house from here. Maybe ten minutes if your patrol really takes it's time. As you move through the center area and skirt through the northern edge of corn, one of the men in your Fist abruptly stops and heads into the fields, then re-emerges a bit later.
"Some tracks here that aren't from our patrol, and none of the other groups rove up here."
}
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Wednesday August 26th, 2015 9:42:19 PM
"Well, I'd rather not fight them if we don't have to," Pru says. "But if we're leaving, I want to leave a note about the animals. Poor things."
Anna Morphe (Hugh C) -- AC 17/16/13 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 16 Wednesday August 26th, 2015 9:42:30 PM
Anna hops down from the ledge and begrudgingly returns to human form. As much as she would have enjoyed hopping on Nikolai's back and trying to communicate what she saw as a cat, time is of the essence so it is probably best to be direct.
"Nikolai, sir. I see the glint of metal about 8 minutes out from this house. Continuing on our mission may be all fine and good but unless we leave almost immediately we may not have a say in whether we encounter these soldiers or not. If we do chose to stay, I'm not that good at lying, so if we are trying to convince them that we have left Constance to join the would-be king, I should probably not talk or be an animal again, so I can't talk and avoid endangering the mission."
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) d20+11=15 ; Thursday August 27th, 2015 12:41:45 AM "We were taught that a Mission takes precedence over personal grudges. We also know what happens when personal moral codes take precedence over the Mission. As hard a decision this is, we must leave be these misguided members and continue on our mission. We discovered enough here, if not all what we wanted."
Nikolai looks visibly disappointed but it is not his luxury to take the risks and stay. If but one of them got away and warned the rest, it would be a hard spot they'd be in.
"Pru, NO note. They must not know anyone else has been here. If they figure out someone has rifled through their stuff, let them think it was one of their own. Got that?"
Nikolai is stern but kind.
"Let's bug out," he says and leads the way back out into the cornfield. They'll follow their tracks back to their campsite from the night before, then from there back to the spot where they meet the farmer. However from that point, they know it is dangerous indeed to stay on the road, so they'll keep to the side as much as possible.
Survival (tracking) +11 = 15
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 Thursday August 27th, 2015 12:56:06 AM
Michael is torn and pensive..on one hand these men have killed his compatriots and nothing would please him more than to put their heads on pikes for the crows to pick at. At the same time, cutting the head off the beast will end all this quicker. He feels hot and restless. Impatient for action.
I agree with Tinker, but you the bossman Nicolai, we follow you
Karavik (Brad) AC 18/13/15 HP 46/46 CMD 17 d20+13=14 ; d20+13=24 ; Thursday August 27th, 2015 8:50:31 AM
Karavik leans in to look at the tracks his compatriot has discovered, but his skills in tracking are lackluster at best.
"Can you tell the number of the party, or which way they were headed? If this is a fight we aren't prepared for, perhaps we should head back to the farmhouse to finish up our rove. We could always alert the Fist that takes over from us. It could be just farmers roaming about." (rolled 14 (1d20+13) for trying to be diplomatic)
Karavik eyes his friends, attempting to discern the mood of the group regarding the discovery of the tracks and his own words. (rolled 24 (1d20+13) for sense motive)
OOC: Thank you for linking the char sheet. How do I bold type in my post? I would like to make my conversation stand out a bit easier. Thanks!
DM Ken - Anna's MapFarmhouse Outside Thursday August 27th, 2015 5:41:48 PM
(Post tonight a bit later. Everyone should have time to get something in.)
Trayvin (BrianZ) AC 18/10/18 Hp 46/59 CMD Thursday August 27th, 2015 9:58:26 PM
"Well, I'm not sure I agree with you Nikolai, but if we are leaving, then let's go. The longer we wait the more chance we will run across one of the patrols."
Anna Morphe[Deinonychus] (Hugh C) -- AC 15/13/12 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 16 d20+3=22 ; d20+11=17 ; d20+13=26 ; Thursday August 27th, 2015 10:14:18 PM
(OOC: Assuming we are bugging out)
Anna turns into a Deinonychus and follows Nikolai's order to bug out.
Active Effects: Wildshaped as BeastShape II - 6 hours +10 disguise (-2 applied to be a different race/species) so +8 adjusted +2 size bonus to str, +2 natural armor, speed 60ft, or 70ft w/ longstrider scent, low light vision, 2 talons +8 (1d8+4),bite +8 (1d6+4), 2 foreclaws +3(1d4+2), pounce
longstrider: +10 base speed - 6 hours (2 or 3 hours elapsed)
Toros Taur Try , liontaur : +1 stealth / acrobatics - 10 min intervals renew as needed
2/4 wildshape left
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Thursday August 27th, 2015 11:34:57 PM
"Yes, all right. No note," Pru agrees, but she looks unhappy.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) Friday August 28th, 2015 12:35:32 AM
OOC: Checking in. BTW, SteveK posted Tinker's post on Hook's game where he is a Co-DM so don't count him as missing his post here.
LOL! :)
DM Ken - Anna's MapFarmhouse Outside d20+2=21 ; d3=1 ; d20+2=6 ; d20+2=13 ; d20+2=18 ; Friday August 28th, 2015 12:45:22 AM
Nikolai, for maybe the first time since his promotion, takes full charge and pushes against the wishes of the majority of his unit. Worried about endangering his mission, he leads his group back out into the day.
Thanks to Anna's warning, they have plenty of time to exit the house, and leave things in order more or less as they found them.
Exiting opposite the direction of the incoming patrol, they slip back into the cornfields and make for their old camp. After a couple of miles, they arrive near 8 am, and find it their camp unmolested.
Will the Agents strike here for a brief break, camp for another day, or continue moving?
Elsewhere, as Kora, Karavik, and the rest of the patrol hit their hut, one of the scouts points out that a few of the chests have been rifled through.
"Thieves?", questions Thaddeus? "Surely not. Kora, Karavik, take one of the dogs and go.
Reaching in his pocket, he blows a whistle that seems to make no noise. It isn't long after that a pair of large wolves come running up to the house. Kora and Karavik would recognize these as both Aspen and Ember, the Druid who has been working with them, and his animal companion.
"Someone's been here. Find the scent and track it down. Kora and Karavik, you two follow."
Not long after, Kora, Karavik, Aspen and Ember are on the trail of a strange set of scents.
Kora and Karavik, Perception DC 18: Highlight to display spoiler: { You find bits and pieces of broken corn and other plants, suggesting someone has traveled this way. Tracks in the soil are fresh, and the two wolves seem to be locked on the scent of someone unfamiliar.}
Karavik (Brad) AC 18/13/15 HP 46/46 CMD 17 d20+9=12 ; Friday August 28th, 2015 7:48:13 AM
Karavik sets of with Kora, Aspen, and Ember, but he isn't sure where they should head first. He assumes it is best to let the druid and his companion lead. Their sense of smell will surely prove useful in tracking down anyone who had been at the farmhouse, and his own skills in that area are far from sharp (rolled 1d20+9 for a 12 on perception).
Karavik readies his crossbow, not willing to risk meeting a potential enemy unarmed. "Kora, have you spotted anything?"
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Friday August 28th, 2015 2:30:22 PM
"I vote we keep moving," Pru says. "We've got some time to make up."
Trayvin (BrianZ) AC 18/10/18 Hp 46/59 CMD Friday August 28th, 2015 9:11:55 PM
Trayvin makes sure all of his gear is properly stowed and he is ready to move out in a few minutes time. He says nothing while he does this, and works with the efficiency of a soldier.
AC 22 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) Friday August 28th, 2015 9:38:51 PM
Ooc: I am an idiot! I posted Tinker's actions in Hook City and not Agents! 😳
Tinker keeps his heavy repeating crossbow handy and dutifully takes the Tail End Charlie position, watching the rear. "Can we rest for a little? Movement half the night and a move back during the day; we have to rest before some of you start dropping "
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 d20+13=14 ; Friday August 28th, 2015 10:22:25 PM
Michael begrudgingly follows the rest of the fist. He seethes with rage against the dishonorable sons of trolls. the trail calms him though and before long he finds a sort of peace. They will get theirs. Their will be a reckoning. He pitches in with a will getting the camp together. it's time to go.
perception. 14 natural 1.
Anna Morphe[Deinonychus] (Hugh C) -- AC 15/13/12 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 16 d20+3=7 ; d20+11=20 ; Friday August 28th, 2015 11:54:22 PM
Dino-Anna nods her head at Pru's suggestion to press on.
She keeps her eyes peeled for any dangers and tries to move quickly and silently.
(Stealth: 7, Perception: 20)
Active Effects: Wildshaped as BeastShape II - 6 hours (2 hours elapsed?) +10 disguise (-2 applied to be a different race/species) so +8 adjusted +2 size bonus to str, +2 natural armor, speed 60ft, or 70ft w/ longstrider scent, low light vision, 2 talons +8 (1d8+4),bite +8 (1d6+4), 2 foreclaws +3(1d4+2), pounce
longstrider: +10 base speed - 6 hours (4 hours elapsed?)
Toros Taur Try , liontaur : +1 stealth / acrobatics - 10 min intervals renew as needed
2/4 wildshape left
(OOC: Please confirm my estimations)
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) d20+13=28 d20+11=19 Monday August 31st, 2015 1:14:21 AM
On the way back to their camp, Nikolai ponders what to do about those patrols that scout the citadel.
"We have that scroll of sending. Should we warn Pallance that she is being spied upon? More likely she already knows. Sigh... Yes, we should take a moments rest. Should be safe enough here. Keep eyes and ears out in case we have been followed. It might take a little while but if that Fist suspects something fishy and starts looking around they are bound to find our trail through the cornfield. If we catch them this far out, we won't be in danger of alerting the rest of the group.
Since I sense that some of you really wanted to waste that Fist, and we want to rest a little anyway, we can only hope that they find our tracks and follow. In case they do, let's please stay away from fire, alright?"
Nikolai sets the Agents in an ambush pattern around their makeshift cornfield camp so that while they rest a little from their long journey, they are prepared to pounce on anyone that has followed them.
Perception + 13 (listen for anyone following) = 28 Stealth +11 (hide in cornfield) = 19
DM Ken - Anna's MapFarmhouse Outside Monday August 31st, 2015 2:31:53 PM
Although Prudence and a few others request pushing on, Nikolai gives the order to halt and recover, even if just for awhile. The traverse across from the farm and back left a little weariness in the Double Fist, and some folks needed a rest.
Nikolai sets his people up in an ambush formation, just in case they were followed. And not long after he does so, it becomes obvious that they were.
Seemingly not caring about surprise or ambush, four figures stroll into the middle of the camp. One woman, one man, and two large wolves approach, with no weapons drawn.
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Monday August 31st, 2015 5:28:10 PM
Pru frowns as the newcomers enter the camp. They don't look much like a patrol, although perhaps the wolves were tracking the party. She stays where she is, waiting for a signal to attack.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) d20+4=6 d20+10=20 Monday August 31st, 2015 6:17:56 PM
With his Fist's original intent to capture and interrogate, Nikolai is relieved that there are only two humanoids and not more. The two wolves might be a problem. To bad Hope was not around. To best get their reaction as to what they think of the Mailed Fist and who they follow, Nikolai chooses to appear in a form other than a Mailed Fist member. He dons his Hat of Disguise and takes on the looks of the land owner, then steps out from behind cornstalks.
"Sooooo. Venturing forth into my cornfields like you own it! I decided to fight for it and reclaim it from the evil corrupt Mailed Fist! Be advised that you are surrounded and hopelessly outmatched by my hardened ranger friends next door. Your evil commander spared me and my family, barely, so I spare you if you drop your weapons and renounce your corruption and evil deeds and promise to leave these parts and never come back. You have to the count of three to comply. One...Two..."
Nikokai raise his hand as the signal to attack when it drops on the count of Three.
Intimidate +4 = 6! WOW! Disguise +10 (hat) = 20! I really do look like the farmer at least. No wonder I got a 6 on intimidate!
Anna Morphe[Deinonychus] (Hugh C) -- AC 15/13/12 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 16 d20+6=19 ; Monday August 31st, 2015 7:19:43 PM
Dino-Anna makes her presence known and attempts to use wild empathy to improve the attitudes of the 2 wolves toward her and her companions. (Wild Empathy, like diplomacy : 19)
If that doesn't work she will prepare to cast plant growth in either a half circle, circle or quarter circle that will get the new comers and not get her own fist caught in it.
Active Effects: Wildshaped as BeastShape II - 6 hours (2 hours elapsed?) +10 disguise (-2 applied to be a different race/species) so +8 adjusted +2 size bonus to str, +2 natural armor, speed 60ft, or 70ft w/ longstrider scent, low light vision, 2 talons +8 (1d8+4),bite +8 (1d6+4), 2 foreclaws +3(1d4+2), pounce
longstrider: +10 base speed - 6 hours (4 hours elapsed?)
Toros Taur Try , liontaur : +1 stealth / acrobatics - 10 min intervals renew as needed
2/4 wildshape left
(OOC: Please confirm my estimations)
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 d20+18=19 ; d20+16=23 ; d20+7=22 ; Monday August 31st, 2015 9:06:34 PM
Michael positions himself as quitely as possible to flank the group from the rear. Although he is tempted to skewer the two, he is obedient to his Thumb and holds his hide until the count of three. unfortunately the rabbit hiding in the underbrush surprised him as much as he surprised it and his squeek would have woken up half the citadel, his flailing hand grasps a too thin tree limb to try and correct his balance and promptly snaps off, he rolls out of the cover to correct his balance and winds up standing...in plain view...near the targets.
he looks around quickly, his face panicked, Did you see the size of that chicken! he loudly asks.
stealth 19 nat 1 acrobatics for the prat fall 23 perform (comedy) 22
AC 22 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+10=29 ; d10=10 ; Monday August 31st, 2015 9:07:22 PM
Tinker is surprised but calmly turns his mechanical crossbow on the wolves. He will fire if any of the strangers attack. "Just insurance until we can be nice, Nikolai"
Ready to shoot if attacked. AC 29. Dam 11
Trayvin (BrianZ) AC 18/10/18 Hp 46/59 CMD Monday August 31st, 2015 10:22:37 PM
Strolling in without a care, they either are here in peace or do not consider us a threat. The giants treated his mother's tribe much the same. Trayvin moves into a position that will shield his less armored companions behind himself. He does not draw a weapon, but waits on the newcomers actions, or Nikolai's word. "Let's see what they have to say."
Karavik (Brad) AC 18/13/15 HP 46/46 CMD 17 Tuesday September 1st, 2015 7:33:15 AM "Who are you all?" That is the only thing that Karavik can manage to squeak out. He had been leisurely following the wolves, assuming that they would be alert to any presence in the area. His assumptions have done exactly what they always do.
Being unarmed and faced with what seems to be an overwhelming force, Karavik's hesitation to take any action is palpable. He certainly does not want to die here, in a conflict that he still doesn't totally understand.
Nikolai moves forward, under the guise of a farmer, to confront the newcomers. He knows his hat can't use the exact form of the man he met, so he relies on disguise to do the rest.
The rest of the Fist all take up defensive positions, ready to take the new comers should they prove hostile.
Karanik knows something isn't right. Ember and Autumn should have had no problem warning he and the stoically silent Kora that something was amiss. Instead, they were lead right into the middle of the infiltrators.
Anna tries to influence the attitudes of the two Dire Wolves, and might well succeed, if she had time. Empathy, like diplomacy, both take some time when used to change an attitude.
Both wolves trot towards Nikolai. No growls, no hackles, just a loping stride and a heavy pant. The larger wolf gives him a quick sniff, then looks back at Karavik and whines. The smaller wolf strides back, then suddenly is no longer a wolf.
The Druid is a human, with wrinkled lines near his eyes, a green robe, hide armor, and a staff. He nods at Anna-saurus, with a wink.
"I wondered when I would see you again, little hawk. I'm glad you are well!"
With a chuckle, he sits down, and his wolf Autumn sits by him. He waves at Kora and Karavik to sit as well.
"Have a seat. Has anyone got tea? I could use some tea. I never liked canine forms. The saliva sits thick on the tongue and makes me dreadfully thirsty."
AC 22 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) Tuesday September 1st, 2015 9:29:05 PM
Tinker puts up his crossbow and stands with a funny look on his face as if smacked in the head with a log. The dwarf gives himself a shake and moves to join the forming group. "Someone you know?", he drawls to Anna.
Anna Morphe (Hugh C) -- AC 17/13/14 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 16 Tuesday September 1st, 2015 9:32:04 PM
Anna also reverts back to human form. In Druidic she says, Highlight to display spoiler: {"I'm sorry elder. I have no tea to offer you. I have some good berries and some trail rations, though."}
She then takes a seat as directed.
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Tuesday September 1st, 2015 9:59:04 PM
Pru continues to watch anxiously. Who are these people, and what do they want?
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) Wednesday September 2nd, 2015 12:26:09 AM
The farmers disguise no longer necessary, the dire wolves would have attacked if indeed he and his friends were 'enemies', Nikolai removes his hat, rather puzzled that such lack of discipline led two supposedly Mailed Fist members into an ambush, dire wolf warning or not!
Nikolai does not necessarily drop his guard, but acts more relaxed when the druid sits and asks for tea. Weary of tricks, he maintains a vigilant eye on the other two and a hand ready to smack anyone who appears to make a false move.
"Tea? Sorry, we don't have that luxury out here. It will have to be plain water. Here..." he hands his waterskin to the druid. He looks quickly at Anna and makes a head motion towards the druid. "You seen him before? Did he give you a rat?"
To the other two he snaps, "You two! I don't know whether to be relieved that Neutronus' men are so careless or be disgusted that you so easily fell into the ambush. Tsk, Tsk."
As for the druid, it looks like it is Anna's turn to take the lead.
Karavik (Brad) AC 18/13/15 HP 46/46 CMD 17 d20+13=27 ; Wednesday September 2nd, 2015 8:26:13 AM "An ambush? It appears to me from watching the druid here that you aren't the enemy. Indeed, it feels to me like he led us here purposefully."
Karavik stands watching, unsure of whether he should invite himself to sit in the same manner the druid did or maintain a guard. He attempts to get a feel for what the intentions of this group may be. (120+13=27 on Sense Motive)
Anna Morphe (Hugh C) -- AC 17/13/14 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 16 Wednesday September 2nd, 2015 8:34:28 AM
"Yes, he gave me a rat. It wasn't poisoned and I ate it. As I said he was arguing with some of the soldiers, but I couldn't tell what they were arguing about. I was hoping he was reasonable and I did suggest parlaying with him, but the group preferred an ambush and then we decided to get out of the farm hand house and now we are here. I don't think he means us harm. Apparently I didn't make a convincing hawk, so if he was going to move against us I would have imagined it would have been easy for him to have them shoot me down or attempt to follow me back to you in large numbers." Anna says.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 d20+13=19 ; d20+6=9 ; Wednesday September 2nd, 2015 2:07:41 PM
Embarrassed at his blunder, and about his poor attempt to pass it off, Michael takes a position behind and to the left of the new group. It seems this Druid was on to them all along, so maybe he is sympathetic to his faction, maybe not. It pays to be vigilant though
Perception 19 Sense Motive 9
AC 22 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) Wednesday September 2nd, 2015 5:31:00 PM
"So", Tinker says, trying to get his head around the situation. "This wolf-man is a Druid who led these two away from Neutrius' men and to us because none of us are on Nutrius' side and maybe we can all work together?"
Not good with social situations or the motives of others, Tinker doesn't really know what to think about that. His fingers start twitching and go through a pattern as if picking an invisible lock.
Not everyone trusts the new arrivals, and for good reason. Still, the man and his wolf seem non-aggressive, though the girl with him is starting to look annoyed.
"You've about got it good dwarf."
The druid slurps noisily from the water skin and offers it back to Nikolai.
"Thank you!", he grins, then adjusts him rump and continues.
"I'm not part of your Mailed Fist, though these two are. After that big shake up at the Citadel, a big group of your men came here and shacked up. Many were hurt, so I healed them. After that, I couldn't leave. They all seem certain of their cause, their leaders doing something they feel is justified, and honestly I couldn't care less."
He motions to the farm.
"This region is growing fast. More people need more good food. I've been helping this place keep up with the needs of men and women as best I can. If this farm failed, that would mean more hunting, more chopping, more clearing, and the natural habitats in this region couldn't handle that. So I've set on with this Fist group, trying to make sure they don't spoil this farm now that they've ran off the people who work it. Besides, without the farm work, all they do is brood about killing traitors, and that's right unhealthy."
He looks at Anna and adds in Druidic.
Highlight to display spoiler: {"Of course, they won't understand why I'm helping their enemies. But you might. This is bigger than your conflict."}
He scratches his leg, then adds.
"Along the way, I've learned things. These two here didn't really have a choice in the matter. Kora and Karavik were plucked from the Citadel by the Sons of Pavillion as they left and migrated here. Take them with you, and give them a chance to see both sides of the conflict. Promise me you'll give them the chance to make up their minds, and I promise you I won't set the Son's hounds on your trail when you leave."
Kora, the woman, scoffs.
"Your coddled, old man. I'm not going with this lot. We don't know which legions have sworn for which side, but I figure that 2 to 1 will declare for Pavillion. I'll follow the good odds and stay where I am."
The druid shrugs, and leans back. He smiles a bit and adds with a tease.
"Your move, traitors."
Anna Morphe (Hugh C) -- AC 17/13/14 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 16 Wednesday September 2nd, 2015 7:33:31 PM
Anna says in Druidic, Highlight to display spoiler: {We are shepherds of the land and the land is greater than the conflict of the peoples who reside in the land. Please see that the animals at the farm hands house are tended better. My friend is concerned. Some of my number wanted to burn down the farmland and I was heavily against it. We will not harm the farmland, we just want to get on with our mission. We are trying to end this conflict before it can escalate. We are dismayed that things have happened the way they have. I thank you for not interfering with our mission }
Anna says to everyone in common, "Elder Aspen is trying to protect the land from the conflict. He could have given away our position, but he did not, though with Kora not taking off with us I wonder if he will be able to remain at this farm or if Kora will sell him out. I have asked him to see to the animals in the farm hands house if he manages to remain in their good graces, since you were concerned with that Pru. I have told him that we are trying to end the conflict between the fist and that we are dismayed by it. I think we should take Karavik with us, but I don't know what to do with Kora. I would hate for Aspen to be harmed by the soldiers at the farm for talking to us. I don't suppose anyone could place a geas on Kora?"
Trayvin (BrianZ) AC 18/10/18 Hp 46/59 CMD Wednesday September 2nd, 2015 8:41:05 PM
"I don't know who the traitors are here. It seems to me everyone on both sides of this seems to be loyal to the Fists, whichever group of Fists they happen to be with. One thing I do feel, is that we need to complete our mission as soon as possible, and get to the bottom of this whole thing before it gets any worse. If Kora and Karavik here wish to join us in this endeavor then I say let them."
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Wednesday September 2nd, 2015 10:13:19 PM
"There's more to running a farm than just making plants grow," Pru points out. There doesn't seem to be much any of them can do about that, though.
"Anyone who wants to help with our mission is welcome," Pru says. "You know, provided they don't slit our throats while we're sleeping."
[OOC: Description for the newbies!]
Pru is a human woman with hazel eyes. Her long hair is brown with reddish highlights, worn in a single braid that falls down her and reaches past her hips. She wears no armor and is clutching a longspear.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) Thursday September 3rd, 2015 1:39:48 AM
NIkolai is a slightly taller than average half elf with a good tan from being outdoors a lot. He wears the uniform of the Mailed Fist but his weapons are not the usual. A Kama, a bandoleer of shuriken, a nunchaku.
"Very well, Aspen. I heed your words. I am Nikolai and this is Nikolai's Fist and we are Agents, a special combat Fist created by Commander Pallance for special missions. As you see, we are very varied in our skills but very good at what we do. Unlike the Hounds, we don't kill indiscriminately, otherwise that patrol would be no more and here we would have attacked first, asked questions later. One of our missions is to help restore the Mailed Fist to its Purpose. We are to try to convince Neutronus to desist in his attempt to be king and drag the Organization into that breach of Purpose. The Mailed Fist cannot survive if all the kingdoms hereabouts fear a Mailed Fist power grab at their doorstep. So Kora and Karavik, join us if you want to restore the honor to the Mailed Fist, or go back if it isn't your cup of tea. I'll make the same promise Commander Pallance gave to those under her command that wished to leave, that is, leave in peace."
The druid smiles and stands, then pats off his robes around the legs.
"Excellent! I'll try to keep the Fist here fair and fed. I can't promise they'll lay off attacks when ordered, but that's how these things go. Shall we Kora?"
The girl nods, then waves at Karavik.
"I'm not staying because I want to see you killed, Karavik. I'm staying because I think this is the safest place to be. Don't come back this way again, or the Sons might force my hand. Good luck wherever you are going."
With that, the druid, his wolf, and the girl disappear back into the corn.
It's slightly past noon. You've only lost a day, but it's about 6 hours back to where you diverged from the troll encounter to come this far.
Trayvin (BrianZ) AC 18/10/18 Hp 46/59 CMD Thursday September 3rd, 2015 8:43:13 PM
Trayvin looks around at everyone. "Well, that was unexpected I guess. But we haven't lost much time, and no one got hurt. I'll call it a win. Should we get going then?"
Anna Morphe[Megalocerus] (Hugh C) -- AC 15/11/13 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 18 Thursday September 3rd, 2015 9:11:33 PM
Anna notices that Karavik has no mount and lacks the ability to become his own mount so she offers to turn into an animal that could bear a rider.
Anna takes the form of a majestic Megalocerus, a 6 foot tall great elk with antlers that span 12 feet. She kneels offering Karavik a ride and then joins the horses.
Active Effects: Wildshaped as BeastShape II - 6 hours +10 disguise (-2 applied to be a different race/species) so +8 adjusted +4 size bonus to str, +4 natural armor, -2 size penalty to dex -1 attack -1 size penalty AC -4 stealth -1 fly +1 CMB / CMD speed 50ft or 60ft with longstrider scent, low light vision, gore+8(2d6+5), 2 hooves +3 (1d4+2) space 10ft, reach 5
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) d20+13=19 ; Thursday September 3rd, 2015 11:30:52 PM
OOC: if Anna chooses the female of the species, she would not have the horns, no horn attack but no Entanglement in the trees either. :)
Nikolai eyes the new member and extend a hand for a hand shake. "Welcome to Nikolai's Fist. You are now one of the Traitors." he grins."From our perspective, the traitor is Neutronus. There was no need to attempt to be king just to get payment. All he needed was for the Regiments to give an ultimatum or blockade the city, not conquer it. "
He eyes Anna's new form. "Gonna be a little hard to keep her hidden as we travel," he mutters.
"Alright, everyone ready? Let's put this place miles behind. Tinker, feel free to gather up some ripe corn as we go. Michael, you take the lead and scout up front. Let's go."
Perception +13 = 19
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Thursday September 3rd, 2015 11:38:54 PM
Pru gathers her things and makes ready to move out with the rest of the group.
Karavik (Brad) AC 18/13/15 HP 46/46 CMD 17 Friday September 4th, 2015 12:28:27 AM
Karavik accepts the offer to ride from the shapeshifter. It would appear that he has found a new fist. Is this the correct path to take? Who really knows. It seems clear though that this is at least a side he needs to explore to make more sense of the turmoil in the Fists.
Perhaps clarity will come.
AC 22 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) Saturday September 5th, 2015 9:46:18 AM
Tinker shrugs. Flecks of rust streak his dark chocolate hair and trimmed beard, framing a chiseled bronze face set in a permanent frown of concentration. Heavy leather-and-canvas boots, trousers, tunic, vest, and cloak with lots of pockets clothes the dwarf revealing very little skin. Weapons, tools, and a large backpack stuffed with more implements complete the image of a young adventurer expecting the worst and ready for anything.
It looks like the Agents have One new member at least, though the fracture of the Mailed Fist is making loyalty a precious commodity. Still...
Tinker reaches up and offers his hand to Karavik. "Welcome. I am Daemar Torvalsson, called Tinker. No matter what is happening to the Fist, I am loyal to anyone in our group. I'll have your back in battle."
That done, the dwarf scrambles on his pony and is ready to travel.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 d20+13=30 ; Saturday September 5th, 2015 11:59:08 AM
grumbling to himself Michael saddles his mule and, helps where he can and gets ready to ride. He leads the party keeping about 75 to 100 yards ahead of them. He checks to make sure that he has no loose items to make noise on his person or harness.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 Saturday September 5th, 2015 11:59:43 AM
perception = 30 (see above post)
DM Ken d100=26 ; d100=17 ; Saturday September 5th, 2015 3:23:41 PM
After regrouping, tracking back, camping, and getting back on the road, you are on day six of seven.
Delume is perhaps less than 24 hours away. Once you arrive, it's a matter of finding passage across the Bay of Elenna to Alithmar, where Nuetronis and his army are camped. Double-Fist is now up to seven members, with the addition of the fairly tight-lipped Karavik, who has yet to divulge much info about his specialties and what he brings to the Fist. Pru and Shane are still cool towards the newcomer, while Nikolai, Tinker, Trayvin and the others have been slightly more forthcoming.
The day itself is pretty. Light rains in the area have led to big fluffy clouds in the sky and plenty of shade on the ground. This eastern region of Fargunia is mostly plains, though it has been getting more rocky and hill spotted, as you draw nearer to the eastern ranges and the ever-looming Shadow Mountain.
Funny how it works sometimes, with shadows and clouds. It even feels like they might be moving with you. Far overhead, a pack of six eagles circle lazily in the sky over your group. They circle tighter and tighter, darting in and out of the clouds, kicking with their leonine bodies and...
Lion bodies? Eagle heads? That doesn't seem right!
The Griffons circle wide once more, then with a series of loud screeches, dive in from above! Claws outstretched, they seem intent on the hunt! You have one round before collision!
AC 28 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) Saturday September 5th, 2015 7:12:51 PM
"Eagle-Taurs!" Shouts Tinker as he jumps off his pony and brandishes his crossbow. There is no way the dwarf will be able to get a bead on any of them, and so goes into a defensive stance until he can attack.
Move: dismount and unsheath crossbow Standard: full defensive. +6 AC (because of high acrobatics)
Trayvin (BrianZ) AC 21/13/21 Hp 59/59 CMD Saturday September 5th, 2015 8:37:40 PM
Trayvin heeds Tinker's warning and casts a defensive spell. "This doesn't look good. I hope somebody has a nasty surprise for them."
Actions cast shield of faith
Active Effects Shield of Faith 60/60 rounds remaining
Spells 0th- Create Water, Detect Poison, Purify Food and Drink, Stabilize 1st- Bless, Comprehend Languages, Divine Favor, Protection from Evil, Shield of Faith(d)* 2nd- Bull’s Strength, Restoration- Lesser, Resist Energy, Spiritual Weapon, Bless Weapon(d) 3rd- Prayer, Magic Circle Against Evil, Searing Light(d) * denotes used spell
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Saturday September 5th, 2015 9:35:00 PM
Pru does spend some time chatting with Karavik. "You mustn't mind us, if we're a little standoffish," she tells him. "We've been through a lot in the last week."
Idly, she wonders who "Shane" is. Perhaps Michael will know.
There's no time to explore that, however, as the party comes under attack! Quickly, Pru casts Haste on all the Fist members except herself.
Everyone who's paying attention is Hasted. Everyone who's not paying attention is also Hasted, but may not notice. :)
Anna Morphe[small air elemental] (Hugh C) -- AC 18/16/13 - HP 48/48 -- CMD 15 d20+10=26 ; Sunday September 6th, 2015 10:32:39 PM
(Know[Arcana]: 26)
Anna takes a knee so Karavik can dismount and (assuming he does so) then changes into an air elemental (standard action).
Anna says, "They aren't eagle-taurs, they are griffons and they understand common. They also have the ability to pounce and if you one catches you you'll probably get raked by its claws."
Anna then says, "Griffons, we mean you no harm, we just seek to pass through your lands. If you cease this attack we will spare you, but if you persist you may die!"
She then moves to be flying directly over Pru, so that if any Griffon wants to get to the sorceress it will have to go through the air elemental that is Anna.
Active Effects: Wildshaped as elemental body I (small air elemental) - 6 hours +10 to disguise; modified to +8 (to be another race/species) +1 size bonus AC, +1 Attack, +4 stealth, +2 fly; making fly modifier (+20) -1 CMB/CMD +2 size bonus Dex, +2 natural armor, fly 90 ft (perfect) (with haste) darkvision 60 ft, 2xSlam +8 (1d4+4) or 2xpower attack slam +6(1d4+10) (with haste) whirlwind: Save DC 17 (4th level spell + 3 wisdom), Height: 10 - 20 ft, damage 1d4+4
Haste: +1 attack rolls, +1 AC, +1 reflex save + 30 ft movement, additional attack w/ full round attack
DM sanity info: Highlight to display spoiler: { Spells Known / left: 0th: Detect Magic; Detect Poison; Toros Taur Try; Guidance (at will) 1st: Shillelagh,Magic Stone,Longstrider,Goodberry,Entangle,(Domain) 2nd:Spider Climb ,Soften Earth and Stone,Bull's Strength, Barkskin,(Domain) 3rd:Spike Growth,Magic Fang, Greater, Snare, Plant Growth(Domain) 2/4 wildshape uses left 1 hero point unspent }
Karavik (Brad) AC 18/13/15 HP 46/46 CMD 17 Monday September 7th, 2015 9:34:50 AM
Having dismounted from Anna's back, Karavik begins reciting a tale of valor and courage, hoping to inspire the same in his new comrades.
"And the soldier held the gap in his line, against all odds. His blade was swift and sharp, dispatching any foe that came near. Such is the duty of the soldier. To stand and fight when others would flee..."
Karavik's words melt into the background as combat nears.
Move Action: Dismount and draw crossbow Standard Action: Begin bardic performance: inspire courage +2 (17/18 rounds remaining) Everyone now has a +2 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +2 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 22 Tch 22 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) d20+12=32 ; d20+12=24 ; d8+3=6 ; d20+6=15 ; Monday September 7th, 2015 12:24:12 PM
Spells in effec: Mage Armor from Pru - cast every day (I think still applies) Haste: +1 att, +1 dodge to AC, +1 Ref, +30' to base Move, extra Att w/ Full Attack Inspire Courage: +2 Att/dmg, +2 vs charm/fear
Nikolai takes the opportunity to chat with Karavik when possible, getting a feel for his capabilities and how those will mesh with theirs. When the griffons swoop towards them, he is pleased at the boost in confidence Karavik instills upon them.
He attempts a fast dismount: Ride +6 DC20 = 15 Fumbling in the saddle, his dismount takes the usual amount of time.
Anna's call to the griffons means Nikolai holds any attack until the griffons show their intent. If he is not attacked directly or cannot reach one that does attack, he moves adjacent to the nearest Fist member.
"Hold close to make sure we can support each other!" he calls out.
Or Move to nearest Fist member if he can't attack.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 d20=5 ; d20+16=30 ; Monday September 7th, 2015 12:44:25 PM
Several things hit Michael at once. The song of Courage and Honor from someone he felt probably had no Honor, the slowing of the world from Pru's spell and the Holy Purpose from Trayvin. The Oppressive mood that had been following him since the farm vanishes in a combination of mystic, divine and elemental energies. On top of all of that the beauty of the six, as Anna calls them "Griffons" leaves Michael slightly befit of common sense. He stands up on the back of Daisy and adopts a defensive stance. If one of them comes close he tries to keep it off of himself and Daisy. if it attacks another he lends aid to the rest of the group. If one of them lands...He cannot help himself, he jumps on its back.
total defence +6 to ac. aid another =5 miss (unsure what modifies the aid another skill. acrobatics to jump onto a Griffon =30
The griffons scream and streak down from the sky. While they understand common, they do not seem to show any intent of backing down. Anna knows they are neutral creatures, territorial, and that this time of year they congregate to mate. It's possible there are chicks nearby, or perhaps the unusual aggression is showmanship in the company of a mate.
One by one, golden streaks slam into the mailed fist from above!
Griffon 1: Crashes into Anna in a frenzy of feathers and talons! Bite hits AC 25 for 5 damage. Talon his AC 23 for 6 damage. Rake hits AC 26 for 6 damage. Rake his AC 25 for 4 damage. Anna takes 21 Damage
Griffon 2: Spotting Karavik, the Griffon shrieks and dives, savaging itself upon the bard. Bite his AC 20 for 4, Talon hits AC 23 for 7, Rake hits AC 27 and 22 for 6 and 6. Karavik takes 19 damage.
Griffon 3, 16 Damage, AC 11: ( Charged, Stunned 1 round.): Descending on Nikolai, the Griffon's eyes dart back and forth between the elf and his horse. Settled, it swoops in, and takes a crushing jump-fist in the forehead as it closes in. It's eyes roll backwards, and it falls stunned to the ground!
Griffon 4: Though Anna moved to block movement to Prudence, aerial combat is a tricky thing. The griffon simply alters it's angle of descent a little bit. She does though, get an attack of opportunity! It (Anna please roll AoO on the griffon as it passes.) Prudence is quick to haste the party, and does not dismount. The griffon swoops in and tears apart her horse!
Horse takes 20 damage, and drops to -5. Prudence must make a DC 15 ride check or take 1d6 (5)points of damage as her mount falls to the ground. She must also make a DC 20 ride check or lose a move action as she dismounts from the creature.
Griffon 5: Michael stages a very delicate series of actions!
1st: He uses a move action to stand up on his mount while it is in motion! This required a DC 15 ride check. (DM will roll using michaels sheet to save time. Pass!
2nd: He uses his standard action for full defense!
The Griffon though, isn't much aware of any of this. It fixates on the mount underneath the halfling of much daring-do. The mount takes 26 damage, and falls to -13 con! It could bleed out next turn if not attended to!
Michael must make a DC 15 ride check or take 1d6 (5)points of damage as his mount falls to the ground. He must also make a DC 20 ride check or lose a move action as he dismounts from the creature.
If both of these are successful, Michaels acrobatics check is enough to leap atop the Griffon, though it will make an Aoo. Further, if he wishes to do anything other Griffon-surf using ride and acrobatics, such as hang on, he must make a grapple check.
Griffon 6: This creature bee-lines for Trayvin. Talons out, it crashes into the half-orc cleric, but is somewhat deterred by his armor. Bite and Talon hit AC 23 for 7 and 4 damage, and one rake hits AC 27 for 7 damage. Trayvin takes 18 damage. Trayvin must dismount, make a dc20 ride check to control his mount, or spend his full turn controlling the mount.
DM Ken Griffons in the sky an' your dyin'... Monday September 7th, 2015 3:09:25 PM
For this particular map, tell me where you are moving and whatnot.
For smiles, sing the map link name to the tune of Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds.
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) d20+3=17 ; d20+11=28 ; 5d4=14 ; Monday September 7th, 2015 4:46:11 PM
Pru manages to avoid damage as her mount is killed from under her. She scrambles away from the mangled creature. "Poor thing," she murmurs.
[Pru would like to dismount to M-5. I think you can still dismount to any square adjacent to your mount, so that should be fine.]
She turns her attention skyward, and realizes the griffons are close enough to be a worry. She casts her spell carefully, to avoid those sharp talons. A sheet of flame leaps from her outstretched fingers.
[Cast defensively: 28, success. Cast Burning Hands, which should get the griffons in front of Pru and Trayvin. The griffons take 14 damage, DC 16 Reflex save for half.]
AC 28 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+10=26 ; d20+11=18 ; d8+5=8 ; 2d6=6 ; Monday September 7th, 2015 9:40:23 PM
Tinker tries to speed around one flank and attack the griffon on Trayvin from behind
Drop crossbow free action Unsheath urgrosh free as part of move Move 50 feet to P3
Acrobatics 26 vs griffon CMD+10 to avoid AOO on full move
Attack 20 (for +2 flank) Dam. 8+6 sneak =14
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 d20+7=19 ; d20+7=22 ; d20+13=16 ; d20+13=26 ; d20+13=23 ; d20+13=26 ; d4=3 ; 3d6=11 ; d4=3 ; 3d6=17 ; d4=1 ; 3d6=8 ; d4=1 ; 3d6=10 ; Monday September 7th, 2015 10:40:29 PM
ooc: as the griffon attacks my mule (poor Daisy) could Michael use the attack to perform an AOO on the griffon as well as the checks to dismount? would he be flanked against the mule by me?
Michael was assuming that the creatures would land, Noticing that this is not the case he attempts to skewer the griffon as it tears into his mule. He leaps as it crashes into Daisy and as the creature passes under him He tries to stick his rapier into its neck, chest and flank. things move so slowly that he seems to take forever to pass under him, In the air as he is, he gets no feedback from the blade and cannot be certain if he hit or not. He winces as the creature virtually tears, his friend, his mule Daisy apart. Once his momentum carries him past he sticks the landing. and turns to face the beast with blood in his eye and death on his mind.
ride checks 19 and 22. (no bouns +3 for haste and song modified = 22 and 25 respectively) to hit AC 16, 26, 23 and 26 ( Haste = 2x AOO + 2x attack ) is he flanked by attacking my mule? if so damage rolls are as follows. 1st. aoo 3 points rapier flanking bonus 11= 14 2nd aoo 3 points rapier flanking bonus 17 = 20 1st attack 1 point rapier flanking bounus 8 = 9 2nd attack 1 point rapier flanking bouns 10 = 11
if any of the attacks hit, and if I have AOO and flank the first to hit does +3 bleed/round.
Anna Morphe[small air elemental] (Hugh C) -- AC 18/16/13 - HP 27/48 -- CMD 15 d20+8=28 ; d20+8=20 ; d4+12=14 ; d20+20=33 ; d20+8=15 ; d20+8=26 ; d4+12=13 ; d4+12=14 ; Monday September 7th, 2015 11:38:10 PM
(OOC: if can powerattack an AOO then 28 threat of critical with with 20 to confirm for 28 damage if crit confirmed or 14 otherwise; if can't powerattack an A00 30 with 22 to confirm for 16 damage if crit confirmed or 8 damage otherwise; I want to use the power attack, but I don't know if it is allowed on AOOs )
(Fly check to hover : 33)
Anna-elemental hovers and attempts to haste power attack the griffon that just attacked her.
(15 vs AC; 13 damage) (26 vs AC; 14 damage)
(OOC: Also since the griffon is flying it needs to make a DC 10 fly check to avoid using 10 feet of altitude if it took damage)
Active Effects: Wildshaped as elemental body I (small air elemental) - 6 hours +10 to disguise; modified to +8 (to be another race/species) +1 size bonus AC, +1 Attack, +4 stealth, +2 fly; making fly modifier (+20) -1 CMB/CMD +2 size bonus Dex, +2 natural armor, fly 90 ft (perfect) (with haste) darkvision 60 ft, 2xSlam +8 (1d4+4) or 2xpower attack slam +6(1d4+10) (with haste) whirlwind: Save DC 17 (4th level spell + 3 wisdom), Height: 10 - 20 ft, damage 1d4+4
Haste: +1 attack rolls, +1 AC, +1 reflex save + 30 ft movement, additional attack w/ full round attack - 5 rounds
Inspire courage: +2 morale bonus vs charm / fear; +2 competence attack and damage - 17 rounds
DM sanity info: Highlight to display spoiler: { Spells Known / left: 0th: Detect Magic; Detect Poison; Toros Taur Try; Guidance (at will) 1st: Shillelagh,Magic Stone,Longstrider,Goodberry,Entangle,(Domain) 2nd:Spider Climb ,Soften Earth and Stone,Bull's Strength, Barkskin,(Domain) 3rd:Spike Growth,Magic Fang, Greater, Snare, Plant Growth(Domain) 2/4 wildshape uses left 1 hero point unspent }
Trayvin (BrianZ) AC 22/14/21 Hp 41/59 CMD d20+11=16 ; d8+5=10 ; Tuesday September 8th, 2015 6:44:54 AM
Trayvin dismounts from his horse and completes the flank that Tinker set up. He swings with his Morningstar and tries to land a blow on the griffon.
Actions: dismount(opposite to Tinker) and attack Griffon6. Attack = hit AC 18( forgot to add the flank bonus to roller), dmg 10
Active Effects: Shield of Faith 59/60 rounds remaining Haste: +1 att, +1 dodge to AC, +1 Ref, +30' to base Move, extra Att w/ Full Attack Inspire Courage: +2 Att/dmg, +2 vs charm/fear
Spells 0th- Create Water, Detect Poison, Purify Food and Drink, Stabilize 1st- Bless, Comprehend Languages, Divine Favor, Protection from Evil, Shield of Faith(d)* 2nd- Bull’s Strength, Restoration- Lesser, Resist Energy, Spiritual Weapon, Bless Weapon(d) 3rd- Prayer, Magic Circle Against Evil, Searing Light(d) * denotes used spell
Karavik (Brad) AC 18/13/15 HP 27/46 CMD 17 d20=16 ; d20=11 ; d8=6 ; d8=1 ; Tuesday September 8th, 2015 10:54:50 AM
Karavik steps backwards, freeing himself of the proximity of the griffon. This small gap is enough for him to unleash a flurry of bolts from his crossbow.
Fortunately, his "mount" can take care of itself.
Karavik maintains his inspiring oratory. (16/18 rounds remaining)
5 foot step to L-14. The map wouldn't let me edit myself. Full round attack with the crossbow, taking advantage of free action reloads from Rapid Reload Attack 1 16+9+2(courage)+1(Haste)+1(PBS)=29 Damage 6+1+2(courage)+1(PBS)=10 Attack 2 11+9+2(courage)+1(Haste)+1(PBS)=24 Damage 1+1+2(courage)+1(PBS)=5
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 22 Tch 22 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) d20+9=29 ; d20+9=18 ; d20+9=29 ; d20+9=20 ; d8+3=10 ; d8+3=10 ; d20+9=19 ; d8+3=6 ; d20+9=27 ; d8+3=10 ; Tuesday September 8th, 2015 10:05:08 PM
OOC: I just noticed I forgot to give my Stunning Fist stats. Thanks for looking them up.
Spells in effec: Mage Armor from Pru - cast every day (I think still applies) Haste: +1 att, +1 dodge to AC, +1 Ref, +30' to base Move, extra Att w/ Full Attack Inspire Courage: +2 Att/dmg, +2 vs charm/fear Stunning Fist: 4/5
Nikolai hated to do this but circumstances demanded it. However pretty these things are, they are hungry and intent on eating horse and Fist alike. For Anna's sake, though, he chooses to not use lethal damage against the stunned griffon (-2 AC, no Dex bonus).
Flurry of Blows (non-lethal): Att 1 +6 +1(haste)+2(InsC)= 29, N20, confirm crit = 18, dmg = 10, 20 if crit Att 2 +6 +1(haste)+2(InsC)= 29, N20, confirm crit = 20, dmg = 10, 20 if crit
if it is still conscious (non-lethal): Haste Attack +6 +1(haste)+2(InsC)= 19, dmg = 6
If it is still conscious (non-lethal): Ki Pt Attack +6 +1(haste)+2(InsC)= 27, dmg = 10
If the griffon remains conscious he takes a 5' step to M15, if it is unconscious, he takes a 5' step to N15.
Ki Pts: 4/5
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 Tuesday September 8th, 2015 10:17:56 PM
Time seems to stop, a mist of blood fogs the air around Daisy where the Griffons talons and beak have done their dirty work. in that breathless moment the senses are drawn to the little things, a bee supping upon a wild flower, a wren startled by the sudden violence. The way Karavik's song seems to vibrate the air almost visibily . the scratch in Trayvin's armor flecks of steel still hanging in the air, Pru's flame creating fan of crimson and yellow, heat waves warping the air above. Nikolai, his face terrible in it's concentration, an imprint of his fist still outlined in the forhead of the Griffon he hit, and Anna's griffon contorted and twisted by the winds she's thrown it's way. It's a beautiful symphony of destruction, A song of fury and blood. For just that moment, that split second in time, it all comes together, and Michael feels as if he is one with the universe or perhaps the universe is one with him,
DM Ken Griffons in the sky an' your dyin'... d20+3=4 ; d20+6=19 ; d20+6=9 ; d20+2=6 ; d20+8=17 ; d20+7=13 ; d20+7=15 ; d20+9=15 ; d20+7=20 ; d20+7=21 ; d20+9=13 ; d20+9=11 ; d20+7=15 ; d20+7=20 ; Tuesday September 8th, 2015 10:30:41 PM
Prudence: dismounts successfully, and feels bad for her downed horse. There isn't much time for remorse. She concentrates and blasts flames over two griffons. The nearest Griffon is mostly unaffected, but the further target near Tinker is bathed with flames! The creature shrieks with pain, then wobbles shakily on it's feet. Her horse fails to stabilize, and bleeds some more. (Mount: -5)
Tinker and Trayvin: flank one of the Griffons, and smash it with mace and polearm. Trayvins horse panics, and flees north.
Michael:: looks for an opening to take an attack of opportunity, but because he shares the space with his mount, there isn't a chance to do so. He passes his dismount and tries to make the magical beast pay for it's kill, but without a flanker it's tough. His daggers do some damage, but not nearly as much as if he could have hit it in the vitals.
Anna has much better luck, not only cracking the Griffon darting at Pru hard as it flies by (Fly check autopass), but smashing her closest foe twice with fists backed by hard currents of air.
Griffon 1, 27 damage: Furious, the creature shrieks again at Anna, it's loud cry hurting her ears. It launches into a frenzy of attacks! None of them hurt the wispy elemental. The Griffon cautiously back up 5ft.
Griffon 2, 15 damage: Bleeding from two crossbow punctures, the Griffon hops forward and tries to wrap Karavik up in it's forelegs, but fails to latch on.
Griffon 3, 36 Damage:(20 nonlethal) Shaking off it's stun, it claws back at Nikolai, but the monk easily bats away it's attacks.
Griffon 4, 42 damage: Wobbly and staggered, this creature lets out a weak mewling cry, then tries to fly away in retreat!
Griffon 5, 6 damage: With a low growl, this Griffon tries to tear up Michael as well, but it's claws get stuck in his armor!
Griffon 6, 31 damage.: With a shriek of pain, and plenty of prey on the ground, this creature flies away in a hasty withdraw! It can feed later.
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) 3d4+3=10 ; Tuesday September 8th, 2015 10:51:16 PM
The two griffons closest to her seem to be retreating, so Pru fires a spread of Magic Missiles at the griffon nearest to Anna. It takes 10 points of force damage.
Anna Morphe[small air elemental] (Hugh C) -- AC 18/16/13 - HP 27/48 -- CMD 15 d20+20=33 ; d20+8=15 ; d4+12=16 ; Tuesday September 8th, 2015 11:07:06 PM
Anna says to the Griffon attacking her, "If you stop attacking us and leave us alone we won't hurt you further. Same goes for the rest of your group."
Then in a gesture of good will she does not attack further. She does however move 5 feet closer to the Griffon and continues to hover (flight check: 33)
However, if the griffon attacks her or make a move for her fist she will retaliate. (readied action only if it tries to attack her or make a move toward any of her group; power attack slam)
(Hit vs AC : 15; 16 damage)
Active Effects: Wildshaped as elemental body I (small air elemental) - 6 hours +10 to disguise; modified to +8 (to be another race/species) +1 size bonus AC, +1 Attack, +4 stealth, +2 fly; making fly modifier (+20) -1 CMB/CMD +2 size bonus Dex, +2 natural armor, fly 90 ft (perfect) (with haste) darkvision 60 ft, 2xSlam +8 (1d4+4) or 2xpower attack slam +6(1d4+10) (with haste) whirlwind: Save DC 17 (4th level spell + 3 wisdom), Height: 10 - 20 ft, damage 1d4+4
Haste: +1 attack rolls, +1 AC, +1 reflex save + 30 ft movement, additional attack w/ full round attack - 4 rounds
Inspire courage: +2 morale bonus vs charm / fear; +2 competence attack and damage - 16 rounds
DM sanity info: Highlight to display spoiler: { Spells Known / left: 0th: Detect Magic; Detect Poison; Toros Taur Try; Guidance (at will) 1st: Shillelagh,Magic Stone,Longstrider,Goodberry,Entangle,(Domain) 2nd:Spider Climb ,Soften Earth and Stone,Bull's Strength, Barkskin,(Domain) 3rd:Spike Growth,Magic Fang, Greater, Snare, Plant Growth(Domain) 2/4 wildshape uses left 1 hero point unspent }
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 d20+8=25 ; d20+13=19 ; d4=3 ; 3d6=18 ; d20+13=31 ; d20+13=22 ; 2d4=6 ; 3d6=11 ; Wednesday September 9th, 2015 12:31:47 AM
As the Griffons claws tear at his armor, Michael pump fakes to the right, then if the beast goes for it he slips around to it's left side and buries his rapier into is chest.
feint = 25 +2 for song +1 for haste? (not added to original roll, cause I didn't know if they applied)
to hit AC 19 for 21 points of damage +3 bleed/ round
( I assume that I only get one attack since I used a standard action for the feint, but just In case I do get two...) to hit AC 31 (critical confirmed for 6 +11 for sneak attack. for 17 points of damage.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 Wednesday September 9th, 2015 12:33:08 AM
oops -4 for non humanoid creatrue...= feint 21 base.
Trayvin (BrianZ) AC 22/14/21 Hp 41/59 CMD Wednesday September 9th, 2015 5:44:41 AM
Seeing some of the griffons have decided they have had enough, Trayvin gives the rest a chance to retreat. He moves a few feet and reaches out a hand to stabilize Pru's horse.
Actions: move to L7, cast stabilize on Pru's horse.
Active Effects: Shield of Faith 57/60 rounds remaining Haste: +1 att, +1 dodge to AC, +1 Ref, +30' to base Move, extra Att w/ Full Attack Inspire Courage: +2 Att/dmg, +2 vs charm/fear
Spells 0th- Create Water, Detect Poison, Purify Food and Drink, Stabilize 1st- Bless, Comprehend Languages, Divine Favor, Protection from Evil, Shield of Faith(d)* 2nd- Bull’s Strength, Restoration- Lesser, Resist Energy, Spiritual Weapon, Bless Weapon(d) 3rd- Prayer, Magic Circle Against Evil, Searing Light(d) * denotes used spell
Karavik (Brad) AC 18/13/15 HP 27/46 CMD 17 d20+13=17 ; d20+13=28 ; d8+4=5 ; d8+4=10 ; Wednesday September 9th, 2015 8:05:38 AM
Seeing the others hold their attacks, Karavik follows suit. He does, however, keep his crossbow at the ready in case of further aggression from the griffons.
Karavik maintains his inspiring oratory until he is sure that the danger has passed. (15/18 rounds remaining)
Readied attack to be used if the Griffons attack or advance on the Fist Attack 1 4+9+2(courage)+1(Haste)+1(PBS)=17 Damage 1+1+2(courage)+1(PBS)=5 Attack 2 15+9+2(courage)+1(Haste)+1(PBS)=28 Damage 6+1+2(courage)+1(PBS)=10
OOC: I am not sure if you saw my attacks from the previous round, as they were not reflected in the DM post above.
DM Ken Griffons in the sky an' your dyin'... Wednesday September 9th, 2015 10:09:21 AM
(Brad, I saw them but probably didn't write on them enough! I try to recognize everyones actions, and apologize I missed yours somehow. "Bleeding from two crossbow punctures, the Griffon hops forward and tries to wrap Karavik up in it's forelegs, but fails to latch on", was reflective of your attacks.)
AC 28 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+12=31 ; d20+13=24 ; d8+5=12 ; 2d6=12 ; Wednesday September 9th, 2015 8:51:08 PM
Tinker makes a low rush for Griffon #1, Anna the air elemental is talking to it in some strange language, which provides an excellent diversion! The double-bladed urgrosh skims in a parallel attack against the golden hindquarters!
Move toward griffon 1 at half speed (40 feet) Acrobatics 31 to avoid AOO Attack AC 24 Damage 12+12 sneak attack = 24 total!!!
DM Ken Griffons in the sky an' your dyin'... Wednesday September 9th, 2015 9:29:00 PM Prudence and Anna make a great double team. After some magic missile diplomacy, Anna's offer of retreat begins to sink in with the Griffon. It backs away slowly, then turns and flees after it's mate already speeding north. Curiously, they perch together and seem to wait. They watch the corpse of the fallen mule carefully.
Michael is not so forgiving as his Fist-mates. He gashes the bird, but not terribly deep. He gets unexpected help in the form of a charging Tinker, who rips into it with his urgosh.
Karavik backs away, giving the birds a chance to retreat, but keeps his crossbow at the ready. None of the Griffons seem willing to test his aim, and the rest withdraw from from the combat, flying different directions until they get the chance to circle around and rejoin their pack north of the battle.
Nikolai has the chance to take a parting series of attacks at his previous target, should he wish. Trayvin takes a moment to keep Anna's horse from dying, showing his compassion for living creatures. (Or possibly his pragmatism in preserving assets.)
The magical beasts seem to be done with the fight, though they haven't exactly fled the area. Instead they have withdrawn to the north and are watching you carefully, with Griffon 4 nestled in the middle of their pack.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 22 Tch 22 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) Wednesday September 9th, 2015 10:31:16 PM
Nikolai does not continue his attacks and lets the griffons escape. He does wonder, though, what benefit this would be. There are numerous travelers upon these roads an most of them not capable of defending themselves like the Fist can.
"I don't like the way they eye us. I'm sure that at this point all they want is the dead animals. But keep careful watch on them and if they start this way again, Karavik, put a few more of those bolts in them."
He then turns and helps with the wounded animals. He pulls their wand of Cure Light Wounds out of his backpack and hands it over to Trayvin. "Here, use this healing wand on the worse horses. We can't heal them all fully right now but I want them able to move. Use at least one charge on each wounded animal, we can do more healing once we are away from here."
What do you want to do about Daisy?" he asks.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 d20+13=23 ; d20+13=33 ; d4=4 ; 3d6=13 ; d20+13=23 ; d4=3 ; d4=1 ; 3d6+13=30 ; 3d6=9 ; Wednesday September 9th, 2015 10:58:18 PM
ooc: Did I not get the feint? 21 points is a pretty substantial hunk of HP.
Michael notices his friend Tinker coming in on the Griffons right side, so he stays where he's at on the birds left. with the creature pinned between them, it's about to get ugly for the beast. He flicks his Rapier out again twice in quick succession. He wants to drop the creature, not kill it. to hit AC 23 for 17 damage. to hit AC 33 Natural 20! Crit confirmed! 13 points.
once again, if any of my sneak attacks hit (if it hasn't already happened) I do +3 points of bleed damage per round. If the beast is already down from Tinkers Urgrosh, I refrain from damaging it further. if it drops from the first blow I refrain from damaging it further.
Anna Morphe[small air elemental] (Hugh C) -- AC 18/16/13 - HP 27/48 -- CMD 15 Wednesday September 9th, 2015 11:00:27 PM
Anna flies down to join her fist. "I can carry a lot as a large quadruped (OOC: 300 lbs = light load, 600 medium, 900 heavy) and all my gear merges into my body so I could turn into another mount and carry Michael and Karavik."
(OOC: that strange language was common)
"I just don't know if I should wait until we are away from the griffons till taking another mount form. I'm thinking something less flashy, like a heavy horse. I wouldn't be that great in fights but if something attacks from the air a Megalocerus isn't that useful either"
Active Effects: Wildshaped as elemental body I (small air elemental) - 6 hours +10 to disguise; modified to +8 (to be another race/species) +1 size bonus AC, +1 Attack, +4 stealth, +2 fly; making fly modifier (+20) -1 CMB/CMD +2 size bonus Dex, +2 natural armor, fly 90 ft (perfect) (with haste) darkvision 60 ft, 2xSlam +8 (1d4+4) or 2xpower attack slam +6(1d4+10) (with haste) whirlwind: Save DC 17 (4th level spell + 3 wisdom), Height: 10 - 20 ft, damage 1d4+4
Haste: +1 attack rolls, +1 AC, +1 reflex save + 30 ft movement, additional attack w/ full round attack - <4 rounds?[//b]
Inspire courage: +2 morale bonus vs charm / fear; +2 competence attack and damage - [b] < 16 rounds?
DM sanity info: Highlight to display spoiler: { Spells Known / left: 0th: Detect Magic; Detect Poison; Toros Taur Try; Guidance (at will) 1st: Shillelagh,Magic Stone,Longstrider,Goodberry,Entangle,(Domain) 2nd:Spider Climb ,Soften Earth and Stone,Bull's Strength, Barkskin,(Domain) 3rd:Spike Growth,Magic Fang, Greater, Snare, Plant Growth(Domain) 2/4 wildshape uses left 1 hero point unspent }
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Wednesday September 9th, 2015 11:22:09 PM
Pru stands anxiously by, her gaze flitting nervously from the lurking griffons to her poor, mangled horse.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 22 Tch 22 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) Thursday September 10th, 2015 1:15:48 AM
OOC: Feint: the Bluff check, if successful deprives the opponent its Dex bonus to AC on your NEXT attack. That is, since Feint is a Standard Action, the attack the Feint takes effect on is in the next round unless you spend a Hero point.
That also means that if you use Feint, you don't get an attack that round unless you spend a Hero Point.
What you should aim for is getting Improved Feint feat, which transfers the Feint from a Standard Action to a Move Action. Now you really got something going. Feint and Attack every round.
Trayvin (BrianZ) AC 22/14/21 Hp 41/59 CMD 3d6=7 ; 3d6=10 ; Thursday September 10th, 2015 5:48:51 AM
Trayvin takes the wand from Nikolai. "Thanks, but let's save it for when there is more urgent need. Gather everyone near Pru's horse and I will get us underway again."
"If we are going to make the best time that we can, we should divide out Michael's gear to the other horses, and he can take turns riding with different mounts so we don't tire any of them out too much. I don't think there is much we can do for the mule. Looks like it is griffon food now."
Actions: channel energy 7, 10 everyone who agreed to be healed receives 17 points of healing.
Spells 0th- Create Water, Detect Poison, Purify Food and Drink, Stabilize 1st- Bless, Comprehend Languages, Divine Favor, Protection from Evil, Shield of Faith(d)* 2nd- Bull’s Strength, Restoration- Lesser, Resist Energy, Spiritual Weapon, Bless Weapon(d) 3rd- Prayer, Magic Circle Against Evil, Searing Light(d) * denotes used spell
Karavik (Brad) AC 18/13/15 HP 44/46 CMD 17 Thursday September 10th, 2015 8:23:47 AM
Karavik keeps his crossbow trained on the nearby Griffons as he steps into Trayvin's healing aura. As the newcomer to the group, he wants to be sure that he is following all of Nikolai's orders. These seem like good soldiers, and they are all there is between he and death at the moment.
Actions Move, continue with my readied attack if the Griffons become aggressive again End bardic performance
AC 21 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+9=15 ; Thursday September 10th, 2015 8:33:41 AM
Tinker puffs a little from his charge, but there is work to be done. He waves at Anna, her words making sense now. "Amazing that an air elemental talking to an Eagle-taur speaking Common. I need my ears cleaned."
But first, the dwarf cleans and sheathes his urgrosh on his back and retrieves his repeating heavy crossbow, inspecting it for damage. A fresh bolt and Tinker also goes on guard against the griffons. "Looks like we can't do nothing other than patch up and move out, eh?" Tinker doesn't like the taste of his own words, but can't see another choice.
Perception. 15
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 Thursday September 10th, 2015 7:50:05 PM
As the griffon flies off trailing blood, but not the blood Michael was trying for, the buzz of battle fades and he turns to face the ruined thing that was his friend, Daisy. He walks over to her, and places his hand on her nose, strange to feel it so cold and yet so familiar. How many miles have we traveled together old girl? How many months? You carried me with nary a complaint and took the antics I did on your back with naught but a flick of the ear. You liked the apples I gave you, and I always loved how you would nuzzle me in that gentle way of yours for more. I always appreciated your strength, but I loved you for your ease, and how you took the world with...a long suffering style and aplomb. He strokes her pelt, and begins to unbuckle the bit and pack saddle attached to her back. As the saddle falls to the side tears well up and flow down his cheeks, his voice gets husky and sobs threaten to take his words. Remeber how you used to love it when I'd rub you down after we got back to the citadel, I wouldn't let the stable hands do it, cause you were my baby. I'm so sorry, I couldn't protect you. You were a good mule and you were my friend. I am going to miss you so much. Standing he wipes a blood stained arm across his eyes, exhales loudly and pulls it back in. He braces a foot against her back and pulls the straps for her saddle from beneath her. but you aren't here anymore are you Daisy? Your spirit now resides in the lands of rest. This is just a shell. I don't think those griffons would have attacked if they weren't hungry, and I can't think of a way to bury you that would do you as much honor as letting those magnificent beast carry you to the skies in their bellies. Ima go talk to them. tell them who you were. He sets the saddle down and walks little ways towards the griffons. He shouts [b]HEY GRIFFONS! YOU KILLED MY MULE FAIR AND SQUARE. HER NAME WAS DAISY, AND SHE WAS MORE THAN JUST A MOUNT FOR ME. SHE WAS MY FRIEND AND I LOVED HER. I KNOW YOU ARE GOING TO EAT HER WHEN WE LEAVE...AND THATS FINE, BUT I ALSO WANT YOU TO KEEP IN MIND THAT SHE WAS MORE THAN JUST A MEAL TO SOME FOLKS. OKAY? He then turns around walks back to the saddle, slings it over his shoulder and starts walking away.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 Thursday September 10th, 2015 8:20:45 PM
Ooc. All that was on the pack saddle was a little bed I had made to sit in, and some hand holds and a place where to hook the reins. I was envisioning her as a rideable pack mule to carry all of our loot. So I just got the saddle to carry.
As Michael shouts, the alpha Griffon steps forward and cocks it's head to one side. It's hard to tell at all if it understands. Now that the battle is over, it's easy to see the beasts are awfully skinny. A few bear scars from weapons, older than today's battle.
It's possible they've ran afoul of the Mailed Fist elsewhere, or some other group that has harassed their pack.
As Michael turns to walk, the largest caws loudly into the air, then bobs it's head and pecks the dirt twice. Whether that's a farewell, or just a motion from a dumb bird, it's hard to tell.
The Fist gathers itself up. It's not far now to the port, less than a few hours. The option to either camp a night before moving in, or finding an inn with a bed lies on the table.
Anna Morphe[small air elemental] (Hugh C) -- AC 18/16/13 - HP 27/48 -- CMD 15 d20+13=21 ; d20+12=15 ; d20+11=13 ; 2d4=2 ; Thursday September 10th, 2015 9:21:25 PM
Anna searches in the vicinity for some berries (Survival: 21; Know [nature] :15; Perception : 13)
If she finds them she picks some and casts goodberry creating 2 goodberries. She places the 2 berries by the fallen mule and calls up to the Griffons, "I'm sorry the berries aren't much, but they will sustain you more than a normal berry would and even heal a little bit. I would suggest the more injured amongst you partake. I could only create 2 berries."
"I'm all for camping out tonight, and not have to deal with the risk of being found out in an inn. Though I will submit to the group's decision." Anna opines.
Active Effects: Wildshaped as elemental body I (small air elemental) - < 6 hours +10 to disguise; modified to +8 (to be another race/species) +1 size bonus AC, +1 Attack, +4 stealth, +2 fly; making fly modifier (+20) -1 CMB/CMD +2 size bonus Dex, +2 natural armor, fly 90 ft (perfect) (with haste) darkvision 60 ft, 2xSlam +8 (1d4+4) or 2xpower attack slam +6(1d4+10) (with haste) whirlwind: Save DC 17 (4th level spell + 3 wisdom), Height: 10 - 20 ft, damage 1d4+4
DM sanity info: Highlight to display spoiler: { Spells Known / left: 0th: Detect Magic; Detect Poison; Toros Taur Try; Guidance (at will) 1st: Shillelagh,Magic Stone,Longstrider,*Goodberry,Entangle,(Domain) 2nd:Spider Climb ,Soften Earth and Stone,Bull's Strength, Barkskin,(Domain) 3rd:Spike Growth,Magic Fang, Greater, Snare, Plant Growth(Domain) 2/4 wildshape uses left 1 hero point unspent }
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 22 Tch 22 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) d20+11=27 ; d20+11=22 ; d20+4=19 Thursday September 10th, 2015 10:56:59 PM
Nikolai watches his friends and does not press for the time. Daisy was a good mule and he also was sad to see her go. He looks around and remembers that Trayvin's horse ran off towards the north.
"We'll need to track down Trayvin's horse," he mutters as he thinks of their options. "Anna, you and I will go track it down and bring it back. The rest of you start towards town but be looking for a place to camp for the night. We'll follow once we catch the horse. Keep an eye out for us and I'll look for your tracks. Hopefully this won't take long."
With that Nikolai has Michael's gear added to his own horse and he and Anna go looking for Trayvin's runaway horse.
Survival (Track)+11 = 27
He lets Anna deal with calming the horse down unless his handle animal skills are better (+4).
Returning with the horse he looks for the Fist's tracks: Survival (Track) +11 = 22
Oh, Aid Another on Handle Animal +4 = 19, she gets a +2 if needed.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 Thursday September 10th, 2015 11:25:37 PM
Michael is okay with camping out.
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Friday September 11th, 2015 12:47:10 AM
Pru nods in response to Nikolai's orders, and begins gently leading her still-wounded horse toward town.
"You're a good, brave horse," she tells it. "And there'll be rest for you tonight, and grass to eat, and clear water to drink, and I'll take really good care of you."
Trayvin (BrianZ) AC 18/10/18 Hp 58/59 CMD Friday September 11th, 2015 5:34:00 AM
Trayvin is somewhat concerned about the state the griffons are in. "If they are having trouble hunting for meals, maybe many other predators are as well. I think we should consider pressing on to an inn, both for safety and also to gather some information now that we are getting closer to our goal."
AC 21 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+10=28 ; Friday September 11th, 2015 11:31:38 AM
Tinker harrumphs, feeling the strength of emotion from Michael without understanding why. The dwarf looks at his mount and tries to feel ... Something. Nope. Just the pleasure at havimg a useful tool to hand when needed. No, the dwarf doesn't understand, but he sure will protect his battle buddy's right to feel it!
As usual, whenever something that seems important goes over Tinker's head, he retreats into moody silence. He gathers up the reins of his pony in one hand and keeps his crossbow in the other to walk with the others to town.
Perception 28
Shane P Michael Wittman AC22, T18, FF15 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+11(4), R+11, CMB+9, CMD+20 Friday September 11th, 2015 11:44:16 AM
When they settle down for the night, either camp or inn, Michael who has been pensive and quiet during the trip speaks up. You know, I know what it's like to be hungry. Living on the streets in Arlowe, trying not to get caught, I've spent many a night, shoot sometimes three or four nights, with an empty stomach. I can't fault those Griffons for doing what they did. But I've been thinking. Maybe we could recruit 'um. Hear me out. We could travel a lot faster on them than on a horse, avoid a lot of unnecessary trouble on the ground, and when we do find trouble..well those guys are a lot tougher and more fell than livestock. Not to mention... How cool would it be to fly on a griffon!. His eyes light up a bit and a hint of a smile crosses his face. So here is what I propose to do. After we get done with this errand, if we survive, let's go back to that area with some livestock, they must have a nest around there someplace, so when they come for the animals we let them take a few. While they are feeding Anna can commune with them and let's see if they might be interested in joining up. I don't know how much they eat, but I'm pretty sure we can keep them fed, the captain might even be up for it. in any case it's better to beg forgiveness than ask permission.
AC 21 T16 F16 CMD 21 (25 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 45/45 "Tinker" (SteveK) Friday September 11th, 2015 3:09:45 PM
Tinker considers his friend's idea. "Hate to see any creature suffer. Even if they don't join, they could be more friendly. And maybe the reason why they are hurt and hungry is because of what Nutrius is doing around here. That makes it Fist responsibility to make right. Our responsibility."
The dwarf's nodding is slow, but determined.
Anna Morphe[small air elemental] (Hugh C) -- AC 18/16/13 - HP 27/48 -- CMD 15 d20+11=22 ; d20+13=29 ; d20+6=13 ; d20+4=21 ; Friday September 11th, 2015 4:44:50 PM
Anna is in agreement about the griffons, "If we can come back and do something to improve their lot I would be happy to do so. I think this could be one of those instances that the elder druid spoke of where this conflict within the Fist is smaller than the land. Helping these griffons would be a service for the land and even if they don't join up, it could make the road safer for Travelers."
Anna takes to the air in order to help Nikolai track down the spooked mount. (Perception: 22) If she doesn't spot it from the air she will fly down and try to follow the tracks (Survival : 29)
When she gets to the Horse she will try to use Wild Empathy to improve its mood and convince it to come back with her and Nikolai to the group. (Wild Empathy: 13 like diplomacy). Failing that she will attempt to handle the animal (Handle Animal : 21)
Karavik (Brad) AC 18/13/15 HP 44/46 CMD 17 Friday September 11th, 2015 10:56:42 PM "I think that sounds like a fantastic idea Michael. A fine, imposing sight our Fist would make coming in on griffons."
Karavik is touched by the raw emotion of Michael's loss, and equally impressed with the man's resolve and practicality.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 22 Tch 22 Ffted 17 HP 22/38 CMD 22/24(Grapple) Saturday September 12th, 2015 9:59:48 PM
Nikolai is skeptical of the idea of befriending the griffons and train them as mounts. He knows the hard work it takes just to get a horse well trained and griffons are more intelligent and have a greater will than a horse. But he does not discourage the idea either. "It sounds like it would be fun indeed. But keep in mind that they are wild animals and are intelligent enough to understand us in a rudimentary way. Whether we can ever gain their friendship and trust enough for them to join us and be mounts for us will depend on a lot!" he smiles.
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