Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday May 31st, 2012 10:26:12 AM
Bosk watches as the Innkeeper falls, and realizes that he is too big to fight in the hallway and will essentially be blocking his friends from being able to join in. Quickly the cleric casts Ethereal Jaunt and vanishes from sight.
ooc:More to come after my exam, but I wanted to get out of everyone's way so they can post and know they can move through my squares.
DM Saninty Info: 4th lvl Domain Spell - Ethereal Jaunt -An ethereal creature is invisible, insubstantial, and capable of moving in any direction, even up or down, albeit at half normal speed. As an insubstantial creature, you can move through solid objects, including living creatures.
DM Jim: The innkeeper did not fall.
Yondrim (Jon) 73/73 HP AC 21/13/17 CMD 19 DR 1/- Thursday May 31st, 2012 10:57:19 AM
Yondrim gets wetter as he continues to cower, but finally seems like maybe he's getting a hold of himself. Does horse hair really get matted when wet?
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Shield of Faith, +3 Deflection AC - 37/42 rounds
Cowering, -2 AC, no Dex bonus to AC Round 4/4
Current AC: 17, Touch AC 11
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+6=9 ; d8+4=8 ; Thursday May 31st, 2012 1:34:04 PM
OOC: yes, but not matted like a dogs or a cats, it get wet all through the hair, and then it just plasters to the skin like our hair on our heads.
IC: "We got company with a bow on the roof." is all Zane says. It's not overly loud, just enough to be heard by those following him. Zane reaches into his quiver and pulls a javelin, launching it at the figure with the bow. As he draws it out, he focus' his arcane energy into the javelin for a little more hitting power. (arcane strike)
Attack 9 Damage 8 (doubt it was a hit)
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 2
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Shield 3 minutes Mage Armor 3 hours
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Greater Invisibility: 7 minutes Thursday May 31st, 2012 9:34:35 PM
Restlin suddenly finds himself in the front line against an axe wielding assassin. He decides discretion is the better part of valor and runs up to the stairs and to the left before casting greater invisibility.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Thursday May 31st, 2012 9:48:49 PM
ooc: what kind of action would opening the door I'm next to be?
It would be a MOve action, but you're not near a door.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 66/66 CMD 22 d20=2 ; Thursday May 31st, 2012 10:00:25 PM
OOC: question about the porch, how high is it? Are there rails? Can Alexi make a 5' step to F17? If he can, then:
IC: Alexi does not like the odds and if he's going to have to fight the axe wielding minotaur, he does not want arrows coming his way. He steps back onto the port (F17) while stuffing his Everburning Torch into his belt (Move1), then equips his shield (Move 2).
OOC: if he can't step upon the porch, then:
IC: Alexi does not like the odds and if he's going to have to fight the axe wielding minotaur, he does not want arrows coming his way. He retreats to F19 while stuffing his Everburning Torch into his belt (Move1), then equips his shield (Move 2).
Perception +5 (-5 rain) = 2 (cool :) )
Standard height with mostly ruined rails.
It should be noted that sheathing anything is a move action. You cannot take a full move (2 move actions) and a 5 foot step per the rules: You can move 5 feet in any round when you don't perform any other kind of movement. Taking this 5-foot step never provokes an attack of opportunity. You can't take more than one 5-foot step in a round, and you can't take a 5-foot step in the same round that you move any distance.
OOC: My thought was that if he can pull out a weapon while moving, he can stick a stick in his belt while moving. He's not 'sheathing' anything, just sticking it between his belt and waist. His belt is tight enough that it won't fall through. But how about this: He just puts it between his teeth. That can't be a Move Action can it? If you allow that, he moves to F19 (Move 1) and while doing so puts the stick between his teeth. Once there, he equips his shield (Move 2)
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday May 31st, 2012 11:02:35 PM
ooc: Can Bosk see into the room with whoever attacked the inn keeper? What about in the other rooms? Per the spell, everything on the material looks gray and ephemeral. Sight and hearing onto the Material Plane are limited to 60 feet.
Ephemeral, not see through.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20+5=8 ; Friday June 1st, 2012 12:18:15 AM
ooc: what's the roof above us like? Would I be able to shoot the Taur through it with a bow or stab through it?
also, the d8 is for a knowlege-engineering check to see if our taurs can simply knock down the walls... that will be in my next post
You don't know where the Taurs are, so why ask?
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Friday June 1st, 2012 6:19:43 AM
Zeoll has the idea that something is going on, but he has line of sight to none of it.
So he casts his Summon Fey Friend Two spell. It takes a whole round to cast, so he'll roll to see who arrives next round.
DM Sanity Info
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 0 used of 6 1st level 0 used of 4 1st level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save, 1 for a skill
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Friday June 1st, 2012 8:13:19 AM
Beriothian moves upstairs with the others, passing through Bosk and taking the spot spot behind the ghostlike taur
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday June 1st, 2012 10:08:24 AM
Bosk moves into the room with the attacker, perferably behind him and draws his bastard sword.
Heranmar Inn -- Round 4 -- Jim C d20+15=27 ; d20+14=15 ; d20+14=31 ; d20+15=33 ; d6=5 ; d6=5 ; d6=3 ; d20+10=14 ; Friday June 1st, 2012 10:38:56 PM
Bosk decides to take a different tact to this current situation and casts Ethereal Jaunt on himself. Now with the ability to walk through walls, the minotaur goes through one room and into the one with the innkeeper's attacker. What he finds is another minotaur clad in black chain armor, cloak and wielding a greataxe. Also in the room, on the East wall (top of map is North), is a large hole that leads into the loft of the stables--it is pitch black.
Bosk cannot squeeze when he's ethereal, so please make plans accordingly when you unethereal.
Outside luckily no one is noticing Yondrim cower worse that the weakest of halflings, but eventually he regains his senses.
Letting those nearby know there's a foe on the roof, Zane pulls out a javelin of lightning and as soon as he throws it, the wind catches it and sends the subsequent bolt flying straight up into the heavens. Those in nearby Heranmar watching the storm think it an ill omen that lightning is actually flying back up into the sky.
Restlin races upstairs and casts greater invisibility on himself, leaving Beri--who followed close behind, all by himself upstairs except for the innkeeper.
Deciding discretion is the better part of valor, Alexi runs back past the porch, all the while putting the wooden handle of his awful tasting everburning torch between his teeth and drawing out his shield.
Safely tucked behind the innkeepers desk, Zeoll begins summoning a fey friend. In the corner of his senses, he smells something odd.
Upstairs, the greataxe wielding minotaur (#3) strikes at the innkeeper and once more hits him solidly in the chest--sounding much like hitting hard wood.
The Innkeeper lashes back with dirty clawed hands and draws blood once.
The minotaur(#1) that had previously dropped to the ground pursues Alexi and strikes once at the fighter with his greataxe and hits resoundingly.
Alexi takes 20pts of damage
The other minotaur(#2) takes a shot at Zane and just as the latters javelin was caught by the wind, so too this minotaurs arrow. Tossing his bow aside, he jumps over the side and slowly comes to a stop when he touches the ground.
Zane, Alexi and Yondrim all make a DC20 (penalties already included) Perception roll to Highlight to display spoiler: { There is another minotaur sneaking around the east corner of the building.}
1 Combat round by Monday Night or sooner; If everyone posts this weekend, I'll post another turn
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Greater Invisibility: 7 minutes Saturday June 2nd, 2012 7:15:58 AM
Restlin hears Alexi's call for help and decides those outside are have more to deal with. Trusting the innkeeper, Beri, and the mighty Bosk can take whatever's in that room, Restlin will double-time it down the stairs and out the door.
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Full round move to k20.
DM Jim: I have to say that this is a bit of a stretch since you didn't make a perception roll and so are acting on information not privy to your character; But I will let it slide this one time.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d10=2 ; Saturday June 2nd, 2012 8:15:48 AM
OOC: Randomly rolling for my Fey Friend ... rolled a 2 ... summons a dryad! That's one alignment step away from Zeoll, so the spell has a duration of 8 rounds. Because the dryad is far from her tree, she is sickened and takes a --2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
Zeoll bows low to the dryad and begs her pardon for calling her from her tree. "Please honorr my frriends and I with yourr help in battle! The undead innkeeperr seems to be an ally, and morre dangerrous enemies than he arre trrying to kill us!"
"Perrhaps you might seek out ourr foes, sleep them, and slay them?"
Zeoll intends the same himself. He thinks the hallway upstairs is too crowded and tight, so he goes out onto the porch (move action), sees Minotaur One, and casts Cacophonous Call on it. Will save vs DC21 or be nauseated for 7 rounds.
Hopefully the dryad exits with Zeoll and casts a deeper slumber or shoots an arrow at the enemy or something.
DM Sanity Info
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue, SFF2 (round 1 of 8)
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 0 used of 6 1st level 1 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save, 1 for a skill
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 4 charges used
Yondrim (Jon) 87/87 HP AC 21/15/17 CMD 21 DR 1/- d20+10=25 ; d20+10=22 ; d6+5=10 ; Saturday June 2nd, 2012 9:11:17 AM
Finally able to push the undead induced unreasonable fear away, Yondrim quite frankly gets pissed as Hell at himself and the attacking taurs... and the innkeeper. From the corner of his eye he spots the sneaking minotaur to the east and rushes to meet him with a senseless roar, drawing his falcata as he moves and aiming to resheath it in the minotaur's chest.
Perception: 25 Move Action: Move to U20 or somewhere near there to engage the sneaking taur Attack: Hit AC 22, 13 damage ~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Shield of Faith, +3 Deflection AC - 37/42 rounds
Rage! - +4 STR/CON, +2 Will -2 AC. Round 1/8
Forgot to include rage strength in damage roll
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+11=31 ; d20+6=14 ; d20+6=26 ; d20+6=20 ; d20+6=20 ; d20+5=12 ; d6+7=12 ; d6+7=8 ; d6=1 ; d8+10=15 ; d8+7=13 ; Saturday June 2nd, 2012 1:45:10 PM
ooc note Zane has NO javelins of lightning.
IC:
Perception nat 20
Zane shouts out, "We got another one coming up behind this one at the corner as well as one coming around the east side Yondrim, get that one and I'll be there as soon as we dispatch these two." As he is shouting out direction, he channels a bit of arcane power to his limbs, but this time it's a little different. As he is charging a pair of very large claws grow out of the space between his middle finger and the ring finger on both hands and his jaw seems to disjoint and the teeth grow into some impressive fang like teeth. They also glow with his arcane energy. (Arcane Strike activated as well as claw/bite activated)
Zane steps up to 19,20/C,D leaving room for Alexi to step up as well.
He unloads a series of attacks on Attacker #1. He uses his newly grown claws and his teeth and horns of him.
Spell casting outside in Monsoon -- Jim C Saturday June 2nd, 2012 2:37:10 PM
Anyone casting a spell outside must make a concentration check of DC10 + the spell level of the spell, i.e. casting a 3rd level spell would require a DC13 check.
Also, all perception rolls outside, unless otherwise noted, are at -5.
All ranged attacks outside are at -5.
Zeoll will need to make a concentration check.
Not sure why I thought Zane had a javelin of lightning, maybe he's just that cool :)
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+14=19 ; d20+12=25 Saturday June 2nd, 2012 2:43:01 PM
Concentration ... Zeoll's bard caster level is 7, and his Chr mod is also 7, so his check, at +14, is a 19. Hope that's good enough!
Oh, and a perception check ... at -5 ... is a 25, woot!
Yondrim (Jon) 87/87 HP AC 21/15/17 CMD 21 DR 1/- Sunday June 3rd, 2012 9:10:47 AM
Perception Check with -5 modifier: 20
Maybe Zane's javelin was so shocked that he missed it turned into lightning on its own?
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+12=13 ; d20+12=18 ; d20+10=20 ; d20+10=16 ; 2d8+5=15 ; 2d6=6 ; d8+4=6 ; 2d6=4 ; d8+4=10 ; 2d6=2 ; Sunday June 3rd, 2012 2:03:43 PM
Bosk can feel his heart pounding in his chest, hardly believing that he was able to sneak up on an enemy and flank him with such ease. He has truly fallen in love with being invisible and the ethereal realm, but the sensation will take some getting used to. Everything on the physical world seems to made of smoke and hard to focus on, but the cleric does his best to attack the enemies ephemeral form.
Actions: Full Atk Atk 1 with Bastard Sword Hit AC 18 for 21dmg (15 slashing 6 sneak) (13 atk was rerolled with a heropoint) Atk 2 with Armor Spikes Hit AC 21 for 10dmg (6 piercing 4 sneak) Atk 3 natural horn atk hit AC 16 for 12 dmg (10 piercing 2 sneak)
DM Sanity Info; Invisible creature ignores its opponents' Dexterity bonuses to AC (if any)
Highlight to display spoiler: {An ethereal creature is invisible& insubstantial: An invisible creature gains a +2 bonus on attack rolls against sighted opponents, and ignores its opponents' Dexterity bonuses to AC (if any) When making a melee attack, you get a +2 flanking bonus if your opponent isthreatened by another enemy character or creature on its opposite border or opposite corner.
Also, the number I rolled for my second atk was a 20 and posted 21, this is because I had added a -1 penalty from my buckler to the "off handed weapon", forgetting that it does not apply to armor spikes since it is not wielded in the hand.}
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Sunday June 3rd, 2012 2:58:49 PM
ooc: James Posting for Beri
Realizing that the halls are a bit cramped and provide little room for the rogue to flank his targets, Beri heads back outside and draws his secrete weapon, a bottle of taur perfume. Should a taur get close enough (10ft range) Beri will spray the beast with the magic mist, and if all goes will the vapors magic will cause the creature to raise its arms meow like a cat (will a little luck he might even dorp or cut himself with is weapon.)
Actions: Move to L/19 Hold Action, Spry Minotaur with perfume
ooc: The winner of the week ending May 19th, Will (1) has won:
A delicate looking perfume bottle with atomizer. However, instead of spraying it on yourself, this heady concoction of anti-minotaur spray when used on any minotaur within 10' will cause said minotaur to raise his hands to chest level, curl his hands like the paws of a cat and then meow for 1 round if they fail a DC16 Will save. One use only.
Alexi AC 29 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 46/66 CMD 22 d20+5=9 ; Sunday June 3rd, 2012 11:14:49 PM
Perception +5 = 9 - 5 = 4 OOC: height of porch: "Standard height with mostly ruined rails.
I have no idea what the standard height of a porch is. Please be specific, eh? It'd be a whole lot easier that way.
IC: Faced with a minotaur's axe, his focus is all on the threat in front of him. Aware of the reach of such large creatures he takes a step to E19 then goes into Total Defense while shouting, "Hey, Alfalfa Breath! I see udder's on you. HAHAHAHAHAHA!"
Heranmar Inn -- Round 5 -- Jim C d6=2 ; d20+3=11 ; d20+3=10 ; d20+15=21 ; d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d6=4 ; d20+15=28 ; d6=6 ; d6=5 ; d6=5 ; d20+15=24 ; d20+15=31 ; d6=2 ; d6=2 ; d6=3 ; d20+15=35 ; d20+15=28 ; d20+15=20 ; d6=5 ; d6=3 ; d6=5 ; d6=6 ; d6=4 ; d6=1 ; d6=6 ; d6=6 ; d6=3 ; Monday June 4th, 2012 4:18:41 AM
Something carried on the wind, a cry for help? Restlin decides to investigate and races past Beri, down the stairs, and out into the torrential wind and rain.
Luscious green vines erupt from the parlour floor entwining about themselves and forming an hourglass shape at it's heart, then fall away to reveal a comely dryad at it's center. Immediately she covers her mouth as she becomes sickened and pained by the fact she is not near a tree of any sort. After hearing Zeoll's wishes, she simply nods and heads outside with him. Seeing a minotaur foe far too close to his companions, Zeoll casts a spell hated by most and as he thinks he has succeeded in his attack, the minotaur raises his hand and brushes away the effects.
Zeoll's Dryad also targets the same minotaur (#1) and as he stumbles slightly under her spell, he again raises his hand and tries to brush away the effects of the deep slumber, but instead falls over asleep.
Chagrined that he had acted so cowardly, Yondrim takes out his anger on the minotaur (#4) trying to sneak around the corner. As Yondrim approaches, the large minotaur swings his greataxe as he nears and barely hits the centaur before he himself is slashed across the chest by Yondrim's falcata.
Yondrim takes 19hp damage from an AoO attack
Shouting out tactical information to those nearby, Zane makes some startling transformations to his body--growing claws and enormous fangs and flies into a flurry of attacks against the closest minotaur(#1), but only manages to hit it once with his long claw and a toothy bite as it lies helpless before him.
The tension was incredible, Bosk could feel his heartbeats thundering in his ears as the anticipation of catching his opponent unaware and slaying him so easily resounded through him like a chorus of drums beating to the rhythm of his war cry. Raising his weapon above his foes head, Bosk brought it down and felt nothing as it sliced through him. Again he attacked and again nothing. Being ethereal, yet having Ghost Touch, still wouldn't allow him to affect the material plane that his foe was on.
You cannot affect the material world while ethereal, even with Ghost touch as it's not meant to do that. You do not lose your hero point.
Beri, having won a most interesting prize in Hook City, thanks to Thornhill's Import export company, rushes outside--as he is the only one left inside with the innkeeper as far as he knows.
Always interested in carpentry, but never taking up the craft, Alexi tries to quickly ascertain the height of the porch as he may build one in the future--who knows, and determines the ceiling is about 7' to 8' tall and the railings about 36" tall--standard heights. But then the fighter turns his attention to more immediate matters and while going on the total defense, yells out a crude racial slur against the minotaur who just bloodied him. Somewhere inside, Bosk feels like he's been insulted and doesn't know why.
Meanwhile, minotaur #2 races foward and kicks awake his cohort, minotaur #1, who gets back up on the defensive
In an impressive show of arms, the minotaur (#4) fighting Yondrim buries his greataxe deep into the centaurs chest--pulling it out with a horrible sucking sound and loss of much blood.
Yondrim takes 48hp damage from a critical hit
Just when you thought there was enough minotaurs in town, another minotaur (#5) races over the apex of the roof, thunders down the incline, jumps and lands in the midst of the Iron Adventurers. He is garbed just as the rest of his fellows, but this one has a very long and large glaive in his possession--and everyone nearby is in his range of destruction.
Upstairs the other minotaur and the innkeeper continue to fight each other, unaware of Bosks presence nearby.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Greater Invisibility: 7 minutes d20+11=28 ; 3d6=8 ; 3d6=13 ; Monday June 4th, 2012 8:19:39 AM
OOC: The characters in the front were calling out their enemies. I wasn't trying to metagame.
Restlin tears outside and tries to get his bearings when another minotaur crashes down not 10 feet from him. Thankful for his invisibility, he does his best to ignore the weather (Concentration=28), enters his happy place, and casts ball lightning. Two crackling orbs appear within range of the 5th minotaur (each orb occupys a 5' space. Since the minotaur takes up 4, I'm assuming they can both hit him) & arc lightning at the newly arrived combatant.
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Orb#1 - 8 damage Orb#2 - 13 damage
Reflex save DC 18 negates damage. If the minotaur's in metal armor, they have a -4 penalty to that check. If you wanted to add additional penalties since the minotaur's soaking wet, I wouldn't argue with you.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Greater Invisibility: 7 minutes Monday June 4th, 2012 8:21:20 AM
OOC: forgot to move. Please add this to my post above if you're so inclined, Mr. Jim.
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Spell cast, Restlin decides to stop occupying the space he was heard casting from earlier. I'll move towards Yondrim to lend a hand (Q20).
Yondrim (Jon) 20/87 HP AC 21/15/17 CMD 21 DR 1/- d20+8=16 ; d20+5=6 ; d20+5=10 ; d20+8=16 ; Monday June 4th, 2012 9:40:25 AM
Yondrim snarls as the first swipe of the axe leaves a gash on his side and outright bellows as the next strike embeds the axe head firmly in his side. Ignoring the pain and fueled by rage he lashes out at the minotaur...but his wounds seem to have slowed him and he's unable to come close to landing a blow.
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Attack 1 with PA: Miss AC 16 Hoof 1: Miss AC 6 (nat 1) Hoof 2: Miss AC 10 Hero Point to Reroll Attack 1: Miss AC 16
Really... just can't roll above 10?
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+9=17 ; d20+6=8 ; d20+6=21 ; d20+6=10 ; d20+5=14 ; d6+7=13 ; Monday June 4th, 2012 10:47:40 AM
Zane once again, charges up his body with Arcane Energy (activate Arcane Strike), as he does so, the claws and fangs regrow as well. (activate draconic claws and fangs) Looking about briefly in the combat Zane again shouts directions to his friends. "Someone help Yondrim, he's in trouble. Alexi stay on the wounded one here, unless it dies then step up to the other. Everyone watch out for that pole arm, he's got some real reach with that thing." (perception 17) Zane based his assumption that Yondrim is in trouble from the yells of pain heard from the far side.
Claw #1 attack 8 miss Claw #2 attack 21, damage 13 Bite attack 10 miss horn gore attack 14 miss
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 2
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Shield 3 minutes Mage Armor 3 hours
Claws & Bite uses: 2 of 4 used per day
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Alexi AC 29 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 46/66 CMD 22 Monday June 4th, 2012 5:25:24 PM
OOC: Q. If Minotaur #1 Stands From Prone, then Zane should get an AoO on him since he has Reach, right?
Yes he should, whether he was paying attention and decide to take advantage of that, well thats up to him. If I as DM miss something that benefits the bad guys, I don't go back and have them get an extra chance, it's just something that was missed on my part and I feel the same way with the players. Now if an error was committed, then I would would feel differently.
BTW, since the turn hasn't been posted yet, he still has time to take his AOO.
Alexi AC 29 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 46/66 CMD 22 d20+14=31 ; d8+9=15 ; Monday June 4th, 2012 5:55:09 PM
Alexi steps up to E18 and takes a swipe at Mino #1 with his newly acquired longsword +2. Att +14 = 31, dmg d8+9 = 15
Then he holds his breath waiting for the end.....
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 46/66 CMD 22 Monday June 4th, 2012 6:11:59 PM
OOC: DM_ BTW, the reason I asked about the height of the porch is for the height of the porch floor itself from the ground, since one can fall through it. It helps knowing the height of the railing (3ft) but the porch floor adds to the total height one would have to climb from outside the porch area.
Ya never know when this info would be useful. I imagine that the porch itself would provide some cover from an attacker around the corner (porch pole and railings in the way...)
Also, a Med character might receive some cover from the porch (porch ceiling and railing being in the way) from a Large attacker who is taller than 7' or 8', since the porch ceiling would be somewhat hampering line of sight. May not come into play, but would Cover be applicable here?
Just wondering.
if you're purposefully trying to take cover behind or near something, then I would allow it, but you have to be purposeful about it and let me know you're doing just that.
Rep: gotcha, just wanted to make sure we visualized the same thing. Thanks. Oh, forgot to update AC, not in TD anymore. Updated now.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Monday June 4th, 2012 7:15:08 PM
In short: Zeoll does the exact same thing, and urges the dryad to do so as well.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday June 4th, 2012 7:20:16 PM
How high is the stable roof? I need to know if I move to the East and cancel my spell if I will be on the roof, below the roof, or in the roof.
Moving to the east you would probably guessimate maybe possibly that you might be in the stables loft area :)
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday June 4th, 2012 10:00:44 PM
Bosk moves east 15 ft and south 5 ft before ending his ethereal jaunt spell.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Monday June 4th, 2012 10:49:24 PM
Beriothian takes a step forward and sprays Minotaur #5 with his bottle of anti-minotaur spray, followed by a 5 foot retreat just in case the minotaur doesn't fall victim to the scent. He will then pull draw his rapiers (free action) so he can better defend himself
I don't see where you have the spring attack feat...?
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Tuesday June 5th, 2012 9:54:24 AM
ooc: I guess I don't move backwards.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Tuesday June 5th, 2012 10:18:32 AM
OOC: Ooh! More time to do a better job with my post!
Zeoll thanks the dryad and asks for her help again. "That was grreat, my lady of the woods! Again, if you please? On the same one, orr on a differrent one that is in rrange?"
Zeoll casts the same again. He casts Cacophonous Call on Mino One. Will save vs DC21 or be nauseated for 7 rounds.
Zeoll takes a five foot step to the east and gets out his CLW wand. He is thinking it will come in handy very soon.
DM Sanity Info
Dryad, round 2 of 8, sickened and takes a -2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Sleep used: 1.
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue, SFF2 (round 2 of 8)
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 0 used of 6 1st level 2 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save, 1 for a skill
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 4 charges used
Heranmar Inn -- Round 6 -- Jim C d20+9=12 ; d20+5=21 ; d20+5=12 ; d20+3=17 ; d20+15=26 ; d20+3=16 ; d20+3=17 ; d20+12=32 ; d10=3 ; d20+12=19 ; d20+15=18 ; d20+10=22 ; d20+15=23 ; d20+15=22 ; d6=2 ; d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d20+9=22 ; d6=6 ; d6=3 ; d6=1 ; d20+12=29 ; d20+7=14 ; d10=6 ; Tuesday June 5th, 2012 5:49:06 PM
With a new attacker so close, Restlin calls forth two balls of lightning to kill him. Even with all the rain and the fact he is wearing metal armor (-6 to save total), the spry minotaur manages to dodge one of the balls, but steps into the other, bringing a grimace of pain to his face, You's gunna pay for dat, damn wizard, whereever you are." Then Restlin scurries away to help Yondrim.
Yondrim, bleeding copious amounts of blood, strikes back at his foe, but all his attacks seem to be slugglish and easily outmanuevered.
Ever the battle leader, Zane once again activates his strange arcane powers while shouting out that Yondrim needs help, and fast. Attacking once more, Zane only manages to once more lay a single claw on him--even when the minotaur foe arose from having been magically slept, he missed (On second thought, because another player stated it, I rolled an AoO for you, but it missed too!)
An expert swordsman, Alexi easily bypasses his minotaurs defenses as he moves within striking range and slides his magical sword into it's ribs. Now it looks really mad.
Inside the inn, Bosk determines, and rightfully so, that he can't affect anyone while ethereal. So he moves to what he hopes is the stable loft and luckily enough, he is right. Dropping out of his ethereal jaunt, he is in abject darkness except for the meager light drifting through the large hole in the wall, of which that light is only coming through a small hole in the roof.
Bosk, please make a perception roll.
With much courage, Beri steps forth and uses the anti-minotaur spray he had won and as it covers the glaive wielding minotaur, it does nothing.
Zeoll once more casts his cac call and once more the minotaur raises his hand and brushes away the effects.
Zeoll, the mino5 has made an AoO on you for not casting defensively. You take 8pts of damage and must make a concentration roll to cast the cac call.
The dryad turns and see's Yondrim nearly on the edge of dying, and says, "Your friend, he is about to die." Her voice is demur, and causes all those men nearby to take a second look. Using her supernatural ability of Deep Slumber on mino4, it doesn't seem to affect him.
Swinging hard, Mino2 strikes out at Zane, literally. Both attacks fail to hit their target.
Having been put alseep and ensorcelled twice now, the lead mino(#1) attempts to cleave Alexi and Zane, but misses.
Attempting to finish off Yondrim, mino#4 strikes the centaur hard, twice, felling him where he stood.
Yondrim takes 36pts of damage. you might want to cheat death here.
Not pleased about getting smelly perfume sprayed on him, mino5 strikes back at Beri, hitting once.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+14=34 ; d20+13=24 ; Tuesday June 5th, 2012 7:23:42 PM
"Wowsy wow wow!" says Zeoll. "Rreach weapon!" His concentration check DC from taking damage while casting is 10 + spell level + damage = 20. He rolls a d20+14 = 34, no problem.
The liontaur uses a Knowledge (Arcana) check to see if he can figure out a question he has ... is this "brush away with a hand" actually doing something to block his magic? What is going on here? Would it work against a conjuration, like a Grease spell?
Knowledge Arcana: 24.
OOC: If it is okay, I'll hold off on posting for now in the hope of finding out what is going on.
YOu think maybe he has something that inhibits or delays the effect of your spell.
Please modify your current hp status
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+11=19 ; d20+6=13 ; d20+6=21 ; d20+6=12 ; d20+5=23 ; d6+7=12 ; d8+7=8 ; Tuesday June 5th, 2012 8:02:44 PM
Knowing that it's best to concentrate attacks on a single target to reduce the number of attackers, He continues to attack same minotaur. "Try to keep the rest of these thugs from surrounding us. We're doing the best we can over here. I think Yondrim is knee deep in kimchee all alone over on the other side, I think he went down! We need help out here before we get swamped one at a time!!" Zane still trying to yell out directions as he continues to fight. He surprises himself with yet another thought, *Who would have thought reciting the orders beliefs while doing an obstacle course with under students trying to hit you with medicine balls would ever come in useful......* As he's relaying the orders he again charges his body with Arcane Energy.(Arcane Strike)
Claw #1 attack 13 miss Claw #2 attack 21, damage 12 Bite attack 12 miss horn gore attack 23, damage 8
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 2
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Shield 3 minutes Mage Armor 3 hours
Claws & Bite uses: 3 of 4 used per day
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Tuesday June 5th, 2012 9:15:17 PM
ooc: Zeoll, a good plan is always to move into a position that allows the rogue a flank/sneak attack bonus.
Alexi AC 25 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 46/66 CMD 22 d20+14=22 ; d8+9=17 ; d20+9=21 ; d8+9=17 ; Tuesday June 5th, 2012 9:30:09 PM
If Mino #1 is still up:
Alexi squints into the rain (or sweat pouring over his face) as he takes his first attack on Mino#1: Att1 +14 hit AC22, dmg 17
If Mino #1 is still up: Att2 +9 hit AC21, dmg 17
If Mino #1 was killed by Zane then he takes a 5' step to D18 and attacks Mino #2 (use Att1)
If Mino #1 was killed by Alexi's Att1, then instead of using his Full Attack (why keep beating a dead minotaur), he takes a 5' step to D18.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Greater Invisibility: 7 minutes 3d6=10 ; 3d6=17 ; Tuesday June 5th, 2012 10:25:19 PM
Restlin curses inwardly as Yondrim falls. Too late to help, the wizard will rush back to to L21 and pull out Vera.
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Minotaur #5 didn't seem to move, so the ball lightning will keep swatting away at it. #1: 10 #2: 17
Reflex save DC 18 w/ appropriate penalties negates damage for each orb.
Ball lightning - 5 rounds remaining.
Jim: I'd like to fireball B14. Can I shoot through the porch? If not, can you let me know where I'll need to be to have line of sight?
The porch is rather dilapitated, so shooting through the open areas won't be a problem.... also, need positions for the ball lightning for Beri.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Tuesday June 5th, 2012 10:36:50 PM
ooc: I need to know where those two orbs are so I can move to flanking position and make sneak attacks
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday June 6th, 2012 12:19:59 AM
ooc: Hint for Restlin, they are on the opposite side of the Taur as me because you were brilliant enough to set up a flank.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+7=24 ; Wednesday June 6th, 2012 12:20:14 AM
Perception = 24 Bosk also has Dark and Low Light Vision, if it makes a difference.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+12=29 ; 2d8+5=17 ; 2d6=7 ; Wednesday June 6th, 2012 12:46:22 AM
Assuming the Perception check doesn't reveal anything important (such as a trap or another minotaur), Bosk charges in quickly to Yondrim. As he approaches he yells to draw the attention away from his downed (and hopefully alive) friend and swings his bastard sword at the enemy's head.
Charge to V/W,13/14 Hit AC 29 for 17 dmg (24 if Yondrim is alive and sneak damage can be applied)
How are you doing this? You're in a stable's loft with no direct line of sight to anyone.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday June 6th, 2012 1:19:45 AM
I thought there was a doir / window where I exited. Sorry, I missed the loft line. Are there stairs, a ladder, window, etc?
There is a hole in the wall between the loft and the room where the minotaur and inkeeper are fighting. It's a typical loft that you can see with your darkvision; ladder down 15' and double doors barred on the outside.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday June 6th, 2012 1:35:03 AM
How big is the hole? Can I fit through it? Is that where the ladder is? Can I tell how thick the wall is based on the hole and light coming in through the roof and cracks? Could I possibly charge through the wall and use gravity to get down to ground level?
Large as stated, so yes, you can fit through. No, the ladder is on the eastern edge of the loft, leading down. The hole in the wall is to the west.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday June 6th, 2012 2:00:22 AM
Is the hole right next to me? Can I attack through it?
Yes, at a -4 to hit for a slashing weapon, no penalty for a piercing one.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday June 6th, 2012 2:01:22 AM
Also, do the outer walks look as rotted as the porch did?
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d8+6=9 ; d20+6=16 ; d8+4=5 ; d8+4=9 ; Wednesday June 6th, 2012 2:26:36 AM
Bosk curses his luck when he realizes he is unable to help endangered taur. Instead he focus on the man in black fighting the inn keeper. Realizing his sword would have difficulty swinging through the hoe he focuses on those weapons he is able to use easily with thrusting maneuvers. First with one of the large armor spikes adorning his armor and then with his horn.
Hit AC 26 for 9 dmg piercing Hit AC 16 for 5 dmg piercing (Do I get any advantage for him not being able to see me and not knowing I am by him?)
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday June 6th, 2012 2:30:29 AM
Has minotaur #3 taken any damage from the innkeeper?
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Greater Invisibility: 7 minutes Wednesday June 6th, 2012 8:09:46 AM
OOC: Ball lightning - h19 & h20. They need to occupy the same space as their targets. I'm not sure if that makes flanking a possibility, but that's a question for Mr. Jim.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday June 6th, 2012 10:50:34 AM
ooc: Tough call, if the balls are considered to be inside the minotaur then I can't, if they are considered to be outside/surrounding the minotaur I should be able to. I think we'd be opening a can of worms though if we consider the lightning balls inside the enemy when it's raining and the rogue can stab to make increasing number of wounds for highly conductive water to seep in.... but how awesome would I look doing that? And my swords are electrical resistant steelgrass!
Yondrim (Jon) -30/74 HP AC 21/15/17 CMD 21 DR 1/- Wednesday June 6th, 2012 12:07:41 PM
Yondrim's mouth opens and he gives a surprised "Wha.." as he's cleaved through by the minotaur.
Yondrim (Jon) -30/74 HP AC 21/15/17 CMD 21 DR 1/- Wednesday June 6th, 2012 12:11:07 PM
OOC: not attached enough to Yondrim to cheat death... I'll just let the dice Gods will be done and roll up a new char
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday June 6th, 2012 12:28:06 PM
ooc: Cheat death, do more damage, and get killed again.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20+12=29 ; d20+12=32 ; d20+12=21 ; d6+2=8 ; d6+2=4 ; d6+2=5 ; 4d6=10 ; 4d6=13 ; Wednesday June 6th, 2012 12:52:11 PM Lousy bottle of perfume, I should have known from that rat's comments that these taurs were far to stinky for such a delicate scent to even reach their noses.
Beri sees the arcs of lightning coming from the balls Restlin had summoned earlier and realizes he can take advantage of these glowing threats. Taking a five foot step towards the taur Beri lands his attacks while the minotaur is distracted by the crackling volts of electricity being sent through it's body, and the rogues swords seem to strike true.
left hand attack attack= d20+12=29 ; damage = 8 sneak attack damage=4d6=10 ;
right hand attack d20+12=32 ; nat 20, crit threat d20+12=21 ; crit roll attack = d6+2=4 ; sneak attack damage = 4d6=13 ; crit damage = d6+2=5 ;
Zeoll (HP41 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+11=17 ; Wednesday June 6th, 2012 12:55:16 PM
Zeoll listens to the dryad say that his friend is close to death. Then he watches Yondrim die. "You werre rright, lady," he tells the dryad.
He asks the dryad to use her magic to entangle Minos 1 and 2 without entangling his friends, if possible. After that, he begs her to move to flank Mino 5 with Beri by moving to 19G.
Zeoll takes another five ft step to the east and calls out to Mino 4 in Tauric, "Come on over here, if you can remember the face of your father!"
He uses the ready action to prepare to cast a spell on the defensive. He is ready to cast Suggestion on Mino 4 as soon as Mino 4 is within the 40 ft range of the spell. To cast the spell on the defensive, his concentration check to do so is a 17 ... exactly what he needs. If the readied action takes effect, Zeoll will suggest to Mino 4, "Excuse me, sir minotaur, but I suggest you should take a five mile walk east right now and return here in exactly one hour."
He says this in Taurric, the common language known to all taurs (You can tell because he does not have his usual accent when speaking his native tongues). The will DC to resist the Suggestion is 21.
DM Sanity Info
Dryad, round 3 of 8, sickened and takes a -2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Sleep used: 2.
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue, SFF2 (round 3 of 8)
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion??, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 0 used of 6 1st level 2 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save, 1 for a skill
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 4 charges used
Zeoll (HP41 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Wednesday June 6th, 2012 12:57:58 PM
OOC: Beri! If you had only been four minutes later with your post, the dryad would have flanked with you! Maybe kindly blood-sated DM Jim will let the dryad get into position before Beri launches his attack? Maybe those glowing balls of lightning can flank after all?
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday June 6th, 2012 3:51:47 PM
ooc: I believe the Dryad is still a valid flank, but for simplicity can Beri move to 20-J and explicitly use the Dryad as a flank? It should be the same results, just less ambiguity about the positioning of the flankers.
Heranmar Inn -- Round 6 -- Jim C Wednesday June 6th, 2012 9:43:37 PM
Blood for the blood god!
Sorry about the delay in the turn, I'm being swamped at work with the new summer schedule and won't have the turn out until tonight.
As for redoing your turns, I go in the order they are posted, so changing your mind after you've already posted...well, sorry.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday June 6th, 2012 9:54:37 PM
ooc: no problem, the lightning balls should give me a flank anyway.
Flanking When making a melee attack, you get a +2 flanking bonus if your opponent is threatened by another enemy character or creature on its opposite border or opposite corner.
-- how are balls of lightning an enemy character or creature since they are autonomous and non-sentient? It would be like saying a campfire would give you a flanking bonus if he stood in it.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday June 6th, 2012 10:29:39 PM I agree with Jim. You need reach to threaten a square and to be able to flank. It talks about that under small and diminuitive creatures.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Thursday June 7th, 2012 1:52:26 AM
ooc: I'm so glad I have a twin brother to support me :P
Heranmar Inn -- Round 7 -- Jim C d20+11=29 ; d20+11=16 ; d20+2=17 ; d20+12=22 ; d10=9 ; d20+3=4 ; d100=22 ; d20+15=31 ; d20+10=18 ; d6=5 ; d6=4 ; d6=5 ; d20+13=16 ; d20+8=21 ; d20+9=18 ; d20+6=13 ; d20+15=19 ; d6=1 ; d6=3 ; d20+15=19 ; d20+15=28 ; d8=2 ; d6=3 Thursday June 7th, 2012 2:04:30 AM
Getting sliced by the minotaur with the glaive (#5), Zeoll cries out in alarm, but his inquisitive nature still wonders how the other minotaur had eluded his magical spells.
Continuing to direct the battle, Zane once more unleashes some arcane savagery on the same minotaur in front of him and manages to bleed him twice.
Unsure if it's rain or sweat running down his face, Alexi strikes true with his first attack, driving his blade deep into the minotaur vexing Zeoll's efforts to ensorcel him--felling him where he stands. Sidestepping the fallen minotaur, Alexi moves to engage the remaining nearby minotaur.
Having remained where he is, the minotaur glaive continues to get shocked and is becoming very annoyed.
Hearing perhaps the death cry of a fellow Iron Adventurer, Bosk is upset that he can't help immediately. Instead he strikes out at the minotaur attacking the innkeeper with his armor spikes and his horns, but fails with the latter.
His life cut short, Yondrim gives up the ghost and shuffles off his mortal coil.
Perhaps its courage, maybe a little foolhardy, but Beri steps forward and cuts into the glaive wielding minotaur like he was sliced cheese--though not critically or sneakily.
"It is not possible," came the Dryad's reply, then she cast her entanglement.
Alexi and Zane please make a DC15 Reflex save or become Entangled: The character is ensnared. Being entangled impedes movement, but does not entirely prevent it unless the bonds are anchored to an immobile object or tethered by an opposing force. An entangled creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a --2 penalty on all attack rolls and a --4 penalty to Dexterity. An entangled character who attempts to cast a spell must make a concentration check (DC 15 + spell level) or lose the spell.
The area around the foe minotaur, Zane, Alexi and the area beyond the stone wall immediately became overgrown with all manner of weeds, vines and vegetation. Then nonchalantly, the Dryad moved to where Zeoll asked and met the blade of a glaive for her troubles.
Dryad takes 14hp damage from an AoO
Calling out an insult to the minotaur that just killed Yondrim, Zeoll readies a spell, and yes he will need it. The minotaur grunts and comes loping down the porch--it's weight almost too much for the fragile planks, and Zeoll casts his spell. A curious look comes across the face of the minotaur as he's asked to take a walk, then he brings up his hand and brushes away the effect. "Not right now laddy-buck, gots too much killing to do."
Lying on the ground breathing heavy, mino1 continues to bleed to death.
Mino2, angry at the downing of his friend, strikes hard back at Alexi, hitting once with his great axe.
Alexi takes 23hp damage
Not enjoying the tasing to his backside from two balls of lightning, mino5 takes a 5ft step to his right and attacks Beri unmercilessly with everything he has and somehow misses every single time.
Mino4, now in range of Zeoll, takes a heavy swing with his greataxe at the liontaur and misses!
Upstairs, the Revenant and Mino3 are swinging, clawing and hacking back and forth and it looks like the Revenant is winning.
Just as Bosk is thinking he going to see the end of that battle, he feels a peculiar sensation in his back. Something cold like ice, numbing, then he feels the blade slide out and thats when the pain registers. He turns to see who just attacked him, but even with his darkvision it's difficult.
Bosk takes 7hp normal damage, 3hp frost, 18hp sneak damage and 3hp bleeding if the sneak damage is successful (I remember you have a magic item that may apply this once.)
Please make another perception roll DC28 Highlight to display spoiler: {private message me, otherwise, you're screwed}
It's as if the shadows themselves were alive and something living was hiding within them in plain sight.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Greater Invisibility: 7 minutes 6d6=20 ; 3d6=14 ; 3d6=17 ; Thursday June 7th, 2012 6:36:50 AM
Happy to see his new spell is working, Restlin directs the ball lightning to follow minotaur #5 (ooc: I20 & I21). He then turns to minotaur #4 & decides he's killed enough centaurs today. He takes aim with Vera and hopes the inn isn't tooooo damaged as a result.
He'll then take a 5' step to L22 to not be where the fireball came from.
***
ooc: fireball to R18. At a 20' radius that should light up mino#4 nicely. It cooks Yondrim and may damage the building, but sometimes you got to break a few inns.
Fireball: 20 damage - reflex save dc17 for half. Ball lightning: 14 & 17 - reflex save dc20 w/ appropriate penalties to negate
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Greater Invisibility: 7 minutes Thursday June 7th, 2012 6:37:51 AM
OOC: Scratch that...DC18 for the ball lightning. It's early still.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Thursday June 7th, 2012 10:07:37 AM
ooc: to clarify, is the dryad out of our control and an enemy now?
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Thursday June 7th, 2012 10:11:21 AM
ooc: post coming after work, just a heads up I am going to break my Friends Forever seal. what type of action is using a goblin seal?
Friends Forever seal During the next round, all party members may use the highest d20 roll of any party member.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday June 7th, 2012 10:20:40 AM
ooc: No need to roll, a natural 20 puts me at 27.
I don't suppose Bosk could see this guy better while he was etherral?
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday June 7th, 2012 10:25:16 AM
I don't suppose my Blind Fighting feat helps.
Benefit: In melee, every time you miss because of concealment (see Combat), you can reroll your miss chance percentile roll one time to see if you actually hit. An invisible attacker gets no advantages related to hitting you in melee. That is, you don't lose your Dexterity bonus to Armor Class, and the attacker doesn't get the usual +2 bonus for being invisible. The invisible attacker's bonuses do still apply for ranged attacks, however. You do not need to make Acrobatics skill checks to move at full speed while blinded
Can you tell me what his hit dc was?
Lastly, I do have an item that nullifies 1 sneak atk, thank you.
No and no.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+11=24 ; d20+6=13 ; d20+6=16 ; d20+6=16 ; d20+5=9 ; d20+1=13 ; Thursday June 7th, 2012 10:49:49 AM
With Alexi getting hit rather hard by the Minotaur that's still standing, Zane determines he is not able to leave him here alone without exposing him to most likely fatal results and he already is down one friend. "You are going to have to deal with those two for a bit longer, if I leave here to help, I feel it would just cause a bigger problem!" Zane yells out over his shoulder. "Attack me you waste of walking hamburger" He tries to intimidate #2. Zane, not being effected by the entangling vines again charges up his body with arcane energy and he also activates his draconic heritage for the last time today....
Reflex save 24 Intimidate 13
(when someone rolls a higher #d20, I'll slot it in as a Bite, but gotta wait for one)
Claw #1 attack 13 miss Claw #2 attack 16 miss Bite attack 16 miss horn gore attack 9 miss
Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 2
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Shield 3 minutes Mage Armor 3 hours
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
Others spells and effects on Zane:
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday June 7th, 2012 10:55:20 AM
Before I forget, Bosk yells and lets everyone know where he and Lawd are. (Including the strange Reverant)
Perception DC25 for everyone outisde to hear
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday June 7th, 2012 11:19:45 AM
ooc: Beri, I asked this in the Rules Center way back when. It is typically a free action to break a seal, but some specifically say something else. Jusr remember that it is next round's rolls, not this round's
I'll rule that it's a move equivalent action since you have to retrieve it and snap it in half
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday June 7th, 2012 12:09:00 PM
What square/squares is/are my attacker in?
YOu don't know, you can't see him
Zeoll (HP41 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+14=28 ; Thursday June 7th, 2012 1:43:01 PM
OOC: The Dryad is our ally. She's doing her best, but everybody makes mistakes. Don't hate on the fey, my friends!
OOC to ALL: If you miss a roll by just a little, PLEASE give an OOC shout so maybe Zeoll can do something about it!
OOC to Kindly DM Jim -- when you dealt 14 hp damage to Lady Dryad, did you take into account her DR5/cold iron?
Yes :)
Zeoll has a bad feeling about this. Mr. Mino 4 just killed Yondrim in like two swipes. Zeoll does not stand much of a chance. Not to mention how demoralizing it is when the enemy is immune to every spell you cast. Worried about dying, the grey-haired liontaur starts to shake. He's been dead before, and he has no desire to try it again.
But then he realizes that the dryad DID sleep one of the minos before! Maybe the enemy can only ignore one spell per round. If he and his dryad ally team up, maybe, just maybe, they can get the job done!
Zeoll calls to his friend in Sylvan: "Dearr Dryad, please please do trry to sleep the minotaurr rright herre in frront of me!"
If Minotaur 4 does go to sleep, Zeoll will cast Grease defensively under the feet of Minotaur 5. Reflex DC18.
If Mino 4 brushes away the Sleep as Zeoll has seen these minos do, Zeoll will defensively cast Cacophonous Call on Mino 4 with the idea that it can't brush away two spells a round. Will DC21.
If Mino 4 resists the Sleep AND does NOT brush it away, then Zeoll's plan is in trouble! In this case, he will cast Grease under Mino 4's feet.
Here's Zeoll's Defensive Casting Roll for whatever spell he ends up trying: 28 = no problem.
Then a five ft step back to L17.
DM Sanity Info
Dryad, round 4 of 8, sickened and takes a -2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Sleep used: 3.
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue, SFF2 (round 4 of 8)
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion??, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 0 used of 6 1st level 2 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save, 1 for a skill
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 4 charges used
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday June 7th, 2012 6:07:11 PM
ooc: I will be out late tonight, and posting late. I plan to charge south and try crashing through the wall (unless inspiration hits). Is this a strength check with a bonus for charging?
Make a bull rush roll, I don't think the wall will dodge you, then an acrobatics roll
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Thursday June 7th, 2012 10:39:35 PM
OOC: My seals area attached to my belt as trophies, there isn't any real retrieval time.
Do you break it in half with your mind powers? Still a move action.
Alexi AC 27 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 23/66 CMD 22 d20+7=8 ; d20+4=7 ; Thursday June 7th, 2012 10:59:07 PM
DC15 Reflex save or become Entangled: Ref +7 = 8. The character is ensnared. Being entangled impedes movement, but does not entirely prevent it unless the bonds are anchored to an immobile object or tethered by an opposing force. An entangled creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a --2 penalty on all attack rolls and a --4 penalty to Dexterity. An entangled character who attempts to cast a spell must make a concentration check (DC 15 + spell level) or lose the spell.
OOC: if i picture it correctly, these vines are tethered to the ground, right.
Alexi gets entwined with vines and tries to break free: Str +4 vs DC16 = 7
He remains entangled so he chooses to go into Total Defense. AC25 + 4 = 29 - 2 = 27.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 54 of 64 Spells d20+11=28 ; d20+12=25 ; d20+11=29 ; d20+7=14 ; Friday June 8th, 2012 12:05:25 AM
Bosk feels the metal blade slide out of his kidney and realizes that the very shadows are working against him. He had not seen anything when he entered the room ethereal and he could see nothing now, even with the gods enhancing his vision. Next he feels the chill of ice, magic on the blade. To make matters worse, he is sure that he would have experienced more damage from the precision of the attack if not for the assassin's foil he carried. His blood begins to boil as his grip tightens on his sword, but he remembers the lessons Jancassis taught him and forces himself to delay his revenge. It can wait a little longer. There is no shame in waiting for the others, and in this rain I have no way of knowing if the others heard. Clearly this man thought ahead. He made a noise upstairs and lured us to a hall way where we had to be single file and could not group up. Then he picked a location where he could attack through a hole, unseen, while the minotaur took the brunt of the damage. God, how did I miss that hole in the wall when I was standing right next to it....Then he had others come around outside to flank the group or split us up. We need to be cautious with this one and work as a team. Surround him. Maybe we can see him better in the rain or if he is walking in the mud.
The entire thought process took only a fraction of a second as the details flash before the minotaur's eye's and he settles on a course of action. Gripping his shield he runs full speed to the south and into the wall, praying it is as brittle as the porch. Should he break through, he knows the copper bracelet on his arm will activate the feather fall spell and guide him safely to the ground below.
Actions: --------------------------------------------------- Acrobatics Roll (per DM request) = 28 Bull Rush the wall = 25 Automatically activate magic bracelet as a free action and casts Feather Fall to help Bosk to float to safety if he breaks through the wall Perception = 14 Knowledge Check to determine what magic the enemy is using to hide himself= 32
(I had meant to make an extra acrobatics check to avoid an AoO, but forgot that while my load was light my armor was medium, so I changed it to a knowledge check)
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20+13=23 ; d20+15=30 ; d20+12=20 ; d20+12=18 ; d6+2=3 ; d6+2=6 ; 4d6=18 ; 4d6=12 ; Friday June 8th, 2012 12:44:39 AM
Beriothian waits patiently for the Dryad to move into flanking position. He prays the Dryad moves. He waits less patiently. Even though it's been only a second or so it seems like an eternity. The rogue's ears seem to play tricks on him as he waits, almost feeling like he hears Bosk's voice in the wind.
If the Dryad flanks for Beri the rogue will tear into the taur with all his might then break his seal of friendship
If the Dryad doesn't flank Beri will tumble to safety of M-19 and break his seal
If there is something I'm missing that makes the above impossible Beri does not stand there like an idiot, he will abort and tumble back to M-19 (or closest open space to that)
Perception check for Bosk screaming = 23 Acrobatics = 30
Friends Forever seal During the next round, all party members may use the highest d20 roll of any party member.
ooc: I know I said I'd break the seal, but I had to double check it was a free action... guess it's not going to be one.
Heranmar Inn -- Round 8 -- Jim C d20+11=22 ; d20+11=12 ; d20+3=19 ; d20+13=20 ; d10=6 ; d20=6 ; d20+3=14 ; d8=7 ; d20+15=32 ; d8=1 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; d20+15=35 ; d20+15=29 ; d20+10=15 ; d6=4 ; d6=5 ; d6=4 ; d6=6 ; d6=5 ; d6=1 ; d20+3=21 ; d20+8=18 ; d20+15=29 ; d6=5 ; d6=4 ; d6=2 ; d20+12=16 ; d20+7=20 ; d10=5 ; Friday June 8th, 2012 1:39:36 AM
Keeping his balls of lightning on the tail of the minotaur, Restlin mentally guides them to the attack (move action). Then aims Vera precariously too close to Zeoll and unleashes a fireball. Erupting in the underside of the porch roof, it spreads out wider than expected and engulfs both the minotaur, Zeoll and Yondrim's now incinerated body.
Zeoll please make a Reflex DC17 to take half damage, or take 20pts full damage
Restlin cannot take a 5' step since it was a move action to direct his balls.
Please note, Greater Invisibility is only 1rd/level--so 7rds total for Restlin.
Luckily for the Inn, the monsoon-like weather prevents the aged rotting timbers from catching fire.
Continuing to lead better than fight, Zane attacks once more and fails on all accounts.
Intimidate during combat is a standard action
The little hamster running in his brain wheel is running at double time as Zeoll tries to come up with a plan to get himself out of this mess. Directing the Dryad for some help, she goes to use her Deep Slumber spell-like ability for the last time today and she is promptly chopped almost in half for it and fails to keep her concentration in order to use her power.
Faced with a very angry minotaur, Zeoll makes him even angrier as he casts Grease under his footing and he promptly falls on his rump.
Finding himself completely ensnared, Alexi smartly goes on the complete defensive.
Unable to find his attacker in the darkness, Bosk makes a break for it and is sliced very narrowly as he heads for the wall. Shield up, the minotaur crashes his way through the wall, injuring himself very slightly, and ends up falling a scant few inches before his magical bracelet slows his fall to that of a feather. What the fleeing minotaur didn't count on were the 50mph winds carrying him to the east like a leaf on the wind--carrying him over the inn walls and still in the air about 15' up as he thinks about Shadowdancers.
Bosk takes 3pts of damage from an AoO and crashing through the wall...lucky.
Seeing that the Dryad was not instructed, nor carried out of her own volition to flank the glaive wielding minotaur, Beri pulls off an astonishing sequences of tumbles that moves him away so he can break the seal on his belt, granting everyone good fortune in the near future--and they'll need it.
Next round : During the next round, all party members may use the highest d20 roll of any party member. (useable on 1 roll only, not all your rolls)
Seeing that there is nowhere to go that would elude the vines traveling up his kilt, Mino2 hacks away at Alexi; still pissed that he downed his friend, he strikes him critically in the chest, and he still manages to avoid becoming entangled.
Alexi take 43pts of damage. Let me know if you're Cheating Death.
Standing up without a problem, Mino4 semi slides forward 5ft and swings for the fences against Zeoll, slashing him open along his flank.
Zeoll takes 20pts of damage
Deciding to put her out of her misery, Mino5 swings at theDryad twice and connects on the backswing, sending her back to her realm in a flurry of leaves and flowers that blanket the area and are immediately swept away on the wind.
1 Round by friday night. If everyone posts on the weekend, I'll run a turn then too.
Zeoll (HP11 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+13=23 ; Friday June 8th, 2012 5:52:07 AM
Save vs Fireball: a 23 = half damage for 10, plus 20 ax = 30.
The liontaur ponders what to do.
Zeoll (HP11 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+12=23 ; 2d4=6 ; Friday June 8th, 2012 6:18:38 AM
Zeoll figures this debacle is a bad scene, and he wants out before the end of the movie. If Mino 4 chases him he's dead anyway, so fleeing is probably just a way to die ignobly, but Zeoll would rather take a chance to live than stand his ground with no way to hurt this enemy. Maybe since he is still half in the Grease Mino 4 won't be able to follow as easily.
The archivist bard's jack of all trades ability lets him tumble as if he were trained. His Natural Divination gives him a +10 on a skill check. Heroism gives a +2. And the luck of the group guarantees him a decent roll. Plus, his Gallant Inspiration gives him an extra +2d4 if he comes close.
Zeoll tumbles out of reach of these dangerous minotaurs -- or tries to. His tumble check is a 23, based on a roll of 11, but that may go higher. If needed, his Gallant Inspiration spell adds another 6, so he is up to 29 at least ... hopefully higher. If that's not enough to avoid an AoO, Zeoll is probably dead.
Zeoll (hopefully) tumbles to 22-21-O, a distance of about 30 ft, but tumbling, that's the equivalent of 60 ft of move. Zeoll has 20 more feet of move left, and high-tails it off the map to 26-25-O. That's his double move for this round.
DM Sanity Info
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 1 used of 6 1st level 2 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save - unused 1 for a skill - used
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 4 charges used
Zeoll (HP11 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Friday June 8th, 2012 6:30:29 AM
Oh! I almost forgot! Zeoll has four hero points! If he fails his tumble check, he can use one retroactively to get a +4. Zeoll will do that. If he had remembered, he would have used it before hand to get a +8, but my bad. That's +10 retroactive between the Gallant Inspiration and a hero point.
If Zeoll DOES tumble free, he will use a hero point to gain an extra move action, pushing him another 40 ft out of battle, to 34-33-O.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Greater Invisibility: 3 rounds Friday June 8th, 2012 8:33:42 AM
OOC: Fireball has a 20' radius. Zeoll was 25' away from R18 according to the round 7 map unless we're using a non-standard scale. How is he caught in the blast?
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+11=27 ; d20+7=21 ; d20+7=24 ; 2d8+7=15 ; 2d8+7=18 ; Friday June 8th, 2012 1:10:28 PM
Zane, having used all of his Draconic heritage attacks for now.... Switches to using his flurry training. Adding his arcane energy to the blows as well as adding his power attack. (reflex save 27)
"If we are bailing out, you need to let us know, I'll stay as long as i can, it's possible that we can at least thin out their numbers....."
Heranmar Inn -- Round 8 -- Jim C Friday June 8th, 2012 2:55:23 PM
Fireball update...
Old rules, old thoughts, old mistakes. As it is a burst in Pathfinder, Zeoll does not take any damage from Restlin's fireball. I apologize for the error. Zeoll may repost his turn if he wishes based on this new info.
Zeoll (HP11 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Friday June 8th, 2012 3:41:16 PM
Thanks kindly DM Jim! I'll take you up on the offer and repost my turn after work, if that's okay. If I miss deadline, use my original post, though. I don't want to delay the game.
Also, no worries on the dryad. The whole point of the fey friend thing is that they are quirky and playful. She probably thought it was all just a good joke! I've got NO compliants on your adjudication.
No prob with the repost. I saw the Dryad more as a demure man-hating temptress, but thats just me :)
Zeoll (HP21 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20=5 ; 2d4=3 ; Friday June 8th, 2012 4:32:31 PM Zeoll's Repost!
Zeoll chooses discretion as the better part of survival.
The archivist bard's jack of all trades ability lets him tumble as if he were trained. His Natural Divination gives him a +10 on a skill check. Heroism gives a +2. And the luck of the group guarantees him a decent roll. He uses a hero point pre-emptively for a +8. Plus, his Gallant Inspiration gives him an extra +2d4 if he comes close.
Zeoll tumbles out of reach of these dangerous minotaurs -- or tries to. His tumble check is a 23, based on a roll of 11, but that may go higher. If needed, his Gallant Inspiration spell adds another 6, so he is up to 29 at least ... hopefully higher. If that's not enough to avoid an AoO, Zeoll is probably dead.
Tumble check = 1d20+10 nat div +2 heroism spell +8 hero point
Note that Zane has rolled a natural 17. If Zeoll fails to beat that, he'll use the 17. He rolls a natural 5, so 17 it is!
That means Zeoll's tumble check is 37, and if that is not good enough, Gallant Inspiration adds another 3 to make it 40. Not too shabby for a liontaur who never tumbled a day in his long life!
Zeoll (hopefully) tumbles to 22-21-O, a distance of about 30 ft, but tumbling, that's the equivalent of 60 ft of move. Zeoll has 20 more feet of move left, and high-tails it off the map to 26-25-O. That's his double move for this round.
Then he uses a second hero point to move another 40 feet, event further on, to 34-33-O.
DM Sanity Info
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 1 used of 6 1st level 2 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save - unused 1 for a skill - used
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 4 charges used
Hero Points Used: 2 of 4.
Yondrim (Jon) -30/74 HP AC 21/15/17 CMD 21 DR 1/- Friday June 8th, 2012 7:56:32 PM
The fragrant smell of roast horse and beef fills the air.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 51 of 64 Spells Friday June 8th, 2012 8:39:59 PM
Can Bosk take the bracelet off as a free action and fall to the ground, take a 5ft step and then pull himself over the wall as a move action and then cast a spell as a standard action? If so, will Bosk have line of sight to Alexi and taur #2?
You cannot take a 5' step and a move action. I'll treat the wall as 20' of movement, so that 5ft square of wall, which is 10' high, will cost 20' of movement.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Greater Invisibility: 3 rounds d20+5=21 ; 6d20=94 ; 6d6=24 ; 3d6=14 ; 3d6=15 ; Friday June 8th, 2012 11:00:22 PM
Restlin takes aim with Vera and sends the projectile to explode 15' above I21, adding to the ball lightning that continue to zap him (while remaining stationary). He then high-tails it to O24.
***
Fireball: 24 damage, reflex DC17 for half. Ball lightning: 14 & 15 - reflex DC18 w/ appropriate penalties to negate.
Alexi AC 27 Tch 12 Ffted 22 HP 23/66 CMD 22 Friday June 8th, 2012 11:12:32 PM
OOC: Alexi does not see the need to 'Cheat Death'. Live comes and goes. His essense will re-appear in another form somewhere else.
Okay.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Saturday June 9th, 2012 1:04:21 AM
ooc: post coming
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 51 of 64 Spells d20+7=27 ; d20+11=28 ; d20+5=11 ; d8+4=12 ; d20+11=20 ; Saturday June 9th, 2012 1:59:39 AM ooc: My first d20 Roll was a Natural 20!!! Thanks to Beri's perfectly timed seal and my lucky roll everyone can use my natural 20 in place of one of theirs!!! Looks like Wardd has blessed Beri today.
Seeing that the wind is taking him away from the battle, Bosk quickly removes the bracelet and drops to the ground with grace quite remarkable for a taur his size (acrobatics = 28). In one swift motion he pulls himself up and over the wall surrounding the Inn and drops to the ground on the other side (Climb check = 27).
Quickly accessing the situation, he notices Zeoll retreating to safety and leaving Beri to fend for himself and realizes that the Iron Adventurer's ranks have shrunk considerably. In a blur of motion, the cleric's hands begin to move back and forth in the darkness seeming to weave and mold the shadows. Suddenly a large crocodile appears behind minotaur #4 and attempts to bite and grab (grapple) the taur.
Bosk's Actions ------------------------------ Remove bracelet and fall (free action) Acrobatics check to land safely = 28 (You only fall prone if you take lethal damage. Bosk is 15 ft up and made his check to ignore the first 10 feet. Damage is 1d6 for 10 ft and only 5 ft are left. Additionally, falling onto soft ground or mud convert the first 1d6 of dmg taken to to nonlethal dmg. So Bosk should not fall prone) Climb over the wall = 27 Natural 20!!! (Bosk can reach the top of the wall, so that is typically a 15dc check.) (That should place Bosk at X,Y/17,18) Cast Shadow conjuration (standard action). Spell imitated is Wizard lvl 3 Summon Monster Spell Summoned Creature is Crocodile. Crocodile appears at P,Q/17,18 (just to the East of Minotaur 5) (Will Save for minotaur to recognize it as not being real and reducing the strength of it to 1/5 = 16)
Crocodile's Actions ---------------------- Crocodile Attacks the minotaur (If it can this turn. The spell states the creature can "attack immediately, on your turn". My spell is a standard action to cast, but it is replicating a wizard spell that takes the wizard a full round to cast. That is why there is a discrepancy. note that my version is quicker to cast, but also a much weaker spell.)
Hit AC 13 (27 with a natural 20, if it benifits from Beri's spell) for 12 dmg Free Grab attempt (no AoO) if the first attack hit. Grapple check = 22
See below notes for Crocodile Highlight to display spoiler: { HP adjusted to 1/5 I will adjust the others if the taur makes it's save and doesn't easily kill it) AC 14, touch 10, flat-footed 13 (+1 Dex, +4 natural, -1 size) hp 4 [28] (3d8+9) [3d8+15] Fort +6 [+8], Ref +4, Will +2 Speed 20 ft., swim 30 ft.; sprint Melee bite +5 [+7] (1d8+4 [1d8+6] plus grab) and tail slap +0 [+2] (1d12+2) [1d12+3] Special Attack death roll (1d8+6 [1d8+9] plus trip), Smite evil/good STATISTICS Str 19 [23], Dex 12, Con 17 [21], Int 1, Wis 12, Cha 2 Base Atk +2; CMB +7 [+9] (+11 [+13] grapple); CMD 18 [20] (22 [24] vs. trip) Feats Skill Focus (Perception, Stealth) Skills Perception +8, Stealth +5 (+13 in water), Swim +12 [+14]; Racial Modifiers +8 on Stealth in water SQ hold breath}
Notes on Shadow Conjuration Highlight to display spoiler: {You use material from the Plane of Shadow to shape quasi-real illusions of one or more creatures, objects, or forces. Shadow conjuration can mimic any sorcerer or wizard conjuration (summoning) or conjuration (creation) spell of 3rd level or lower. Shadow conjurations are only one-fifth (20%) as strong as the real things, though creatures who believe the shadow conjurations to be real are affected by them at full strength. Any creature that interacts with the spell can make a Will save to recognize its true nature.
Spells that deal damage have normal effects unless the affected creature succeeds on a Will save. Each disbelieving creature takes only one-fifth (20%) damage from the attack. If the disbelieved attack has a special effect other than damage, that effect is only 20% likely to occur. Regardless of the result of the save to disbelieve, an affected creature is also allowed any save that the spell being simulated allows, but the save DC is set according to shadow conjuration's level (4th) rather than the spell's normal level. In addition, any effect created by shadow conjuration allows Spell Resistance, even if the spell it is simulating does not. Shadow objects or substances have normal effects except against those who disbelieve them. Against disbelievers, they are 20% likely to work.
A shadow creature has one-fifth the hit points of a normal creature of its kind (regardless of whether it's recognized as shadowy). It deals normal damage and has all normal abilities and weaknesses. Against a creature that recognizes it as a shadow creature, however, the shadow creature's damage is one-fifth (20%) normal, and all special abilities that do not deal lethal damage are only 20% likely to work. (Roll for each use and each affected character separately.) Furthermore, the shadow creature's AC bonuses are just one-fifth as large. A creature that succeeds on its save sees the shadow conjurations as transparent images superimposed on vague, shadowy forms. Objects automatically succeed on their Will saves against this spell.}
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 d20+10=20 ; d20+10=16 ; d6+2=3 ; d6+2=4 ; d20+15=34 ; d20+12=17 ; d6+2=6 ; 4d6=10 ; 4d6=18 ; Saturday June 9th, 2012 2:14:31 AM What the... a crocodile? Well, as long as it has a taste for Taur meet! Beriothian takes advantage of the fortunate appearance of this crocodile. The excitement and fear of his friends seems to fill course through him as his swords find their targets. Hopefully the tide of this battle is finally starting to turn to in their favor.
Left Hand Attack = 22 (20 + 2 for flank... wasn't there when I started the post) damage 1 = 3 sneak attack = 10
Right Hand Attack = 20+12=31 (20 is from seal) damage =4 crit confirmation = 17 crit damage = 6 sneak attack = 18
Acrobatics = 34
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+7=8 ; Saturday June 9th, 2012 2:32:10 AM
turning the first attack roll into a 20, means the need of a confirmation roll for a crit. no confirmation, so the damage stands as it is.
unless you use the attack roll I made as the confirmation, up to you.
Heranmar Inn -- Round 9 -- Jim C d20+11=20 ; d20+11=16 ; d20+11=20 ; d20+3=9 ; d20+15=22 ; d20+15=25 ; d20+15=20 ; d20+15=24 ; d20+15=27 ; d6=5 ; d6=4 ; d6=5 ; d6=6 ; d6=6 ; d6=6 ; d20+10=11 ; d20+10=30 ; d8=8 d20+10=21 d4=3 Saturday June 9th, 2012 5:19:42 PM
Switching to his old training, and calling out to the others whether they were choosing to bail in the face of adversity, Zane strikes the formerly untouched Mino2 in front of him both times, once critically due to Beri's Goblin seal!
Not really wanting to become liontaur steaks, Zeoll proceeds to perform a series of tumbling moves that one wouldn't even expect to see in a traveling circus--so perfectly done out of necessity, Zeoll digs deep, real deep, and runs away! When he reaches his spot, he looks back to see a stranger, perhaps a human, standing by the gates of the wall, bow in hand.
Taking careful aim with Vera, Restlin lets loose another Fireball which Mino5 dodges easily, but it's the two balls of lightning that do him in and kill him outright. Hightailing it out of there, he comes face to face with a man outfitted in explorers gear, mithril breastplate and holding a composite bow.
Chucking the bracelet so he's not carried gods know where by the wind, Bosk falls to the ground and expertly lands and takes off for the nearby wall. Clearing it easily, the minotaur rejoins the fight by conjuring forth a shadow croc to take a bite out of Mino5, but it misses badly. Mino5 seems to think it is real.
Surprised at the sudden appearance of the croc, Beri tries to take advantage and hits with his first attack, and connects with his second due to his seal.
Striking back at Zane, Mino2 misses completely on both swings.
A resounding THUD is heard coming from the inside of the inn followed quickly by a baleful shriek--lucky the Iron Adventurers are outside of that area of effect this time.
Turning his attention to Beri, Mino4 swings twice and barely hits the rogue twice, but the hits are telling as blood is sprayed over both combatants, then the minotaur gores him.
Beri takes 62pts of damage
1 Round by Monday night or sooner if everyone posts before then.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Saturday June 9th, 2012 5:55:50 PM
Ooc- I can't believe I forgot to update my tumbling location on that acrobatics roll I did, still it was a little crule placing the croc at a spot to take away my flank as punishment for Bosk not giving exact coordsinates
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Saturday June 9th, 2012 6:03:53 PM
In that case I'm blind and apologize for saying it was cruel
Actually, after careful review, it looks like I put the croc 5' south of where it should be. I was positive I placed it where Bosk stated, but I guess I was wrong. So, in this case, that does mean you get the flank advantage and do him another 21pts of damage. That doesn't drop him though, so Beri still gets hit 3 times for 62 damage.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:62/62 CMD = 23 Saturday June 9th, 2012 6:10:16 PM
Ooc- I'm on a kindle and am having a hard time measuring, but it looks like the croc is one space too low, in which case I think I pass through both sides and ge(from the corner on my side)t the flank.
Yes, I just posted my error in your previous post about me not being a cruel, heartless, out to get the the party, DM. And I've reposted the map to show the flanking "line" does intersect Mino4.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:-11 (+7=-4)/62 CMD = 23 Saturday June 9th, 2012 6:22:17 PM
ooc: Beri is at -11 health, but resiliency immediately gives me +7 hit points for one minute. Post coming tonight whey I am at an actual computer
Zeoll (HP21 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Saturday June 9th, 2012 6:59:18 PM
Zeoll's Cacaphonous Call range is 40 ft. If he stays put, Mino 4 could conceivably charge him. So Zeoll moves to 29-30-T. From there the mino cannot charge him. And from there the bowman is still in range. Zeoll casts the CC spell -- will save DC21.
DM Sanity Info
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 1 used of 6 1st level 3 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save - unused 1 for a skill - used
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 4 charges used
Hero Points Used: 2 of 4.
Zeoll (HP21 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Saturday June 9th, 2012 7:02:40 PM
OOC: The key to being a true cruel heartless DM is to make the players have fun while you're killing them. I think Jim has been taking lessons from Al, a true master in that dept.
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 61/63 d20+11=30 ; d20+7=18 ; Saturday June 9th, 2012 7:48:54 PM
Zane rolls backward to F,G/20,21. (reflex 30 vs DC 15 entangle) Once he's in the corner he summons a new spell he thinks he has worked out. (cast Enlarge Person on self) (+2 to strength, -2 to Dex and -1 to AC, increase reach to 15 feet) Now taking up F,G,H/20,21,22 Zane waits for the enemy to approach and when he does he plans on planting a fist in his face.(AoO)
AoO on any enemy that approaches, Zane's reach is 5 feet more than them. Attack 19, (forgot to add new strength) so a miss
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+17=35 ; d8+1=6 ; Sunday June 10th, 2012 2:04:15 AM
Perception check: 35.
Zeoll ses that the person with the bow is wearing the sigil of Queen Maab! How can a Cradled attack such a person? What if that isn't a foe?
Zeoll stops his attack in time to instead tap himself with his CLW wand. 6 hp healing.
DM Sanity Info
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 1 used of 6 1st level 2 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save - unused 1 for a skill - used
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 5 charges used
Hero Points Used: 2 of 4.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Wand charges: 40 - Greater Invisibility: 3 rounds Sunday June 10th, 2012 9:50:42 AM
Restlin stops short as the newcomer pops up. "Who the heck is this, now? Can't even find a proper deserted inn nowadays," the wizard thinks to himself. Unsure of his intentions, Restlin backtracks to M21 while moving his ball lightning to L17 & L18.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 d6=6 d6=4 d6=3 Sunday June 10th, 2012 10:33:10 AM
The newcomer wears a cloak of blue trimmed in silver with the hood drawn up against the rain while also sporting a pale blue surcoat over his armor. The clothing is wet and muddy at the bottom as evidence to the man's trek through the rain to get to the Inn, but the crest of Queen Maab is clean on his chest in silver. The man takes a step forward to come fully around the wall before raising his bow to up, taking aim at the Minotaur engaged between Beri and the shadowdile and quickly sends three arrows into the Taur's side.
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Take 5' step to O-23
Full attack with multishot to Taur 4 with Gracekful Combat bonus going to hit instead of damage to counter the -5 penalty for the wind for a net -1 (forgot to include in first roll)
Attack 1: Manyshot Hit AC 23 for 5 damage and 9 dam Attack 2: hit AC 24 for 7 damage
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 51 of 64 Spells d20+12=16 ; d20+12=32 ; d20+12=18 ; 2d8+5=17 ; 2d6=4 ; Sunday June 10th, 2012 4:41:30 PM
Seeing Beri drop to the ground, Bosk lets out a war cry and lowers his shoulders towards the ground. The crocodile understands a charge is coming and runs around Beri and to the other side of Minotaur #4. As soon as it is in place Bosk lifts up his steel grass blade and charges. Nostrils flaring and teeth barred he races towards the mailed figure and sinks his blade deep into the beast, determined to dispatch him time to keep Beri from bleeding to death.
Crocodile's Actions (run, movement for both actions) ------------------------------- Move to L,M/17,18
Bosk's Actions ---------------------- Charge to P,Q/17,18 Hit AC 32 (Natural 20!) confirm crit 21 (bonus added for flanking and anatomist) for 33dmg (17 normal +12 for if crit 4 sneak atk dmg) (First atk roll was rerolled using a hero point)
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 51 of 64 Spells Sunday June 10th, 2012 5:26:58 PM
Beri, fon't forget a stabilization roll.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:-11 (+7=-4)/62 CMD = 23 (hero point used) d20-3=13 ; d20+1=9 ; d6=3 ; Sunday June 10th, 2012 5:50:53 PM
Darkness surrounds the rogue, and the voices start to go dim. Not yet... Gargul... my friends need me... Even unconscious this rogue is a stubborn one, his batterd body still managing to quickly stabilize itself of it's own accord. Hopefully Wardd will smile upon the elf and he can recover.
stabilize = d20 +1 -4=d20-3=13 (Stable) conscious roll= d20+1=9 (using a hero point= 13) Heroic = d6=3 (no hero point refund)
ooc: do I get an action this turn since I am now conscious?
DM: Sorry Will, from the way I read it, an hour must pass before you can make a "conscious" roll. Checked the House Rules too. So right now you're disabled and unconscious due to resiliency (good one!)
Heranmar Inn -- Round 10 -- Jim C d20=9 ; d20+15=27 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; d6=5 ; d20+15=21 ; d6=2 ; d6=5 ; d6=3 ; d20+3=22 ; d20=12 ; d20+17=34 ; d6=2 ; d6=3 ; d6=5 ; d20+3=17 ; d20+3=16 ; d20+15=16 ; d20+35=36 ; Monday June 11th, 2012 5:56:54 AM
Disengaging from battle, Zane rolls backwards and receives a slice across the haunches from his foe as he does so, then barely casts Enlarge Person on himself.
Zane takes 16pts from an AoO. I rolled his concentration check and he passed.
Noticing the person by the wall is wearing the sigil of Queen Maab, Zeoll decides not to target him and instead heal himself a bit with his magical wand as he moves.
Not sure who the newcomer is, Restlin moves back into the inn's courtyard and mentally moves his balls of lightning closer to Mino4.
Restlin, you are now visible at the end of this round, round 10, unless your Greater Invisibilty lasts longer than 7 rounds. You began your GI on round 4.
Dressed in a cloak of blue trimmed in silver with the hood drawn up against the rain while also sporting a pale blue surcoat over his armor, the newcomer takes a step out beyond the retaining wall he was hiding behind and takes three bowshots at Mino4--knowing that he's evil and more than likely up to no good. All three shots curve in the wind but hit due to the attackers forethought and accounting for windage,causing the minotaur to cry out in pain from the unexpected attack.
Enraged that Beri is taking a dirt nap, Bosk motions for his shadowdile to flank Mino4--but as he does the croc receives a severe chop and Mino4 no longer believes it to be real. Thankfully it's partially real, enough for Bosk to use it to bolster his charge. However, the croc happens to run into a ball of lightning and is discharged from this plane as the damage is too much for it to cope with, so there will be no help with his attack. Bracing himself for impact, Mino4 grits his teeth and bellows in pain as Bosk blade impales him, lifting him off his hooves and then droping him to the ground unconscious and bleeding.
Beri tries to gargul something out, but passes into unconsciousness from the pain and bloodloss.
Something drops down from the porch and then disappears in plain sight as it moves onto the porch behind Bosk--whatever it was can't be made out as only the wind and rain gave somewhat of an outline of something fallng.
Thinking about escape, Mino2 is about to hightail it out of there until he see's his master--although somewhat briefly, come down from over the porch. That combined with seeing his comrade skewered by a fellow minotaur makes him decide that he must help his master, after all he had given him. Charging through, Mino2 runs through the balls of lightning, scorching his flesh, Zane tries to stop him but he fails as Mino2 manages to land a solid blow against Bosk.
Bosk takes 19pts damage
-5 Perception rolls due to weather... Roll Perception DC36 Highlight to display spoiler: {private message me to know where Lowd is hiding}
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+17=30 ; Monday June 11th, 2012 9:32:14 AM
OOC to Kindly DM Jim -- What's the wall made of, what's the climb DC, and especially how high is it? I need to know for line-of-sight for casting stuff.
Zeoll's perception check at +17: a 30. With the -5 penalty, that's a 25.
Zeoll ponders what to do. But he sees the Queen Maab fellow shooting at the enemy and calls out to him in sylvan -- "Good show, frriend! But note that those two" -- he points out Zane and Bosk -- "arre also frriends!"
More to come.
Jim: 10' high, 20' of movement to clear and an easy DC10 to climb over
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 45/63 d20+6=24 ; d20+6=16 ; d20+6=22 ; 2d8+7=15 ; Monday June 11th, 2012 11:46:01 AM
Zane briefly sees someone drop onto the porch, but he, she or it seems to vanish into thin air. (perception 24 includes the -5 for rain) Zane moves west to J,K,L/20,21,22. He focus' arcane energy through his body and with his extra reach, Zane unleashes a pair of attacks at the Minotaur that he was already fighting.
Question, in Zane's movement, I described it as rolling back to another location, that first movement would have moved Zane further than 10 feet away, Mino 2 only has a 10' reach right?
Jim: the only ways to leave/move out of a melee and not incur an AoO is a 5' step, Withdraw or acrobatics tumbling. I don't believe Zane did any of those and I made sure to check if you made an acrobatics roll.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Greater Invisibility: last round - Haste - 7 rounds d20+11=26 ; 3d6=10 ; 3d6=8 ; Monday June 11th, 2012 12:18:57 PM
Restlin smiles as Zane gets closer. Not because he's suddenly digging on getting cozy with wet taurs, but because now he can cast haste on everyone...except Zeoll, of course...
He'll also direct his ball lightning to attack Mino4's rear at n17 & n18.
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OOC: Concentration check due to the inclement weather: 26 Ball lightning#1: 10 Ball lightning#2: 8 - Reflex save DC18 + weather/metal armor penalties (DC24 total) to negate
Haste: The transmuted creatures move and act more quickly than normal. This extra speed has several effects.
When making a full attack action, a hasted creature may make one extra attack with one natural or manufactured weapon. The attack is made using the creature's full base attack bonus, plus any modifiers appropriate to the situation. (This effect is not cumulative with similar effects, such as that provided by a speed weapon, nor does it actually grant an extra action, so you can't use it to cast a second spell or otherwise take an extra action in the round.)
A hasted creature gains a +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves. Any condition that makes you lose your Dexterity bonus to Armor Class (if any) also makes you lose dodge bonuses.
All of the hasted creature's modes of movement (including land movement, burrow, climb, fly, and swim) increase by 30 feet, to a maximum of twice the subject's normal speed using that form of movement. This increase counts as an enhancement bonus, and it affects the creature's jumping distance as normal for increased speed. Multiple haste effects don't stack. Haste dispels and counters slow.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells Monday June 11th, 2012 12:36:55 PM
Restlin, You may want to specify that you make sure the lightning avoids Beri, otherwise you may kill him.
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 45/63 d20+6=9 ; Monday June 11th, 2012 1:29:59 PM
Zane's extra attack from haste is a miss.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Greater Invisibility: last round - Haste - 7 rounds Monday June 11th, 2012 2:01:50 PM
ooc: The balls travel straight towards the minotaur. I'd have to make them take a scenic route to hit Beri. They need to occupy the same space as their target; they don't arc to adjacent squares.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells d20+7=9 ; Monday June 11th, 2012 2:11:27 PM
Oops, was looking at the previous map.
Perception = 9, (For both the lightning and Loud)
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Monday June 11th, 2012 4:57:49 PM
OOC: Still waiting on Wall Questions
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 3=3 ; d20=16 ; d20=12 ; Monday June 11th, 2012 5:02:38 PM
Wyaar takes a five foot step forward (O21) and cast Faerie Fire centered on the square behind Bosk where he saw the fleeting image of something fall. (concentration 21, Perception 17)
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Waiting for results of faerie fire if possible. May use Hero point to gain action
Jim: Nothing happens
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP:-11 (+7=-4)/62 CMD = 23 (hero point used) Monday June 11th, 2012 9:03:05 PM
Beriothian's body lays limp in the mud. His mind starts to drift off into a dream. He's back at his childhood home in the forest. The silhouette of his mother is seen in the kitchen, and the scent of her home cooking fills the air...
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Monday June 11th, 2012 9:08:22 PM
Wyaar feowns asnothing appears.. would have sworn he saw somwthing land on the porch, but atleast the poch 10 feet behind Bosk is putting out a soft blue light.
taking no further action.
Jim: Pick an intersection, not a square, so I can make the light burst
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells Monday June 11th, 2012 9:50:09 PM
ooc: So the spell did work, it just didn't reveal anything?
Jim: correct
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+2=13 ; Monday June 11th, 2012 10:48:50 PM
Zeoll moves to the wall and peeks over. He climbs up high enough to see over the wall, and to gain the benefit of cover. Climb check to do so: a 13, no problem. That puts him in 23-24-S.
That's a move action. If Zeoll sees Lowd or any non-minotaur enemy, he'll cast Hold Person on him: Will save DC 21.
If he sees only conscious minotaur enemies, he'll cast Grease under Mino Two. Save DC 18.
If he sees no enemies at all, he'll take another move action to 20-21-N, next to Beri.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells Monday June 11th, 2012 11:55:32 PM
Unsure of what to do next, Bosk goes into total defense while he contemplates his next move. +4 to AC for 1 round AC 30/18/23
Heranmar Inn -- Round 11 -- Jim C d20+35=42 ; d20+15=23 ; d20+15=28 ; Tuesday June 12th, 2012 3:06:43 AM
Pondering what to do next, Zeoll calls out to the Maab fellow in a jovial manner and also lets him know that Zane and Bosk are friends.
Lumbering over a few feet to his right, Zane takes a few swipes at Mino2 and knocks him unconscious.
Visible now, Restlin directs his balls of lightning over to Mino4, they take care of the job and finish off the minotaur permanently. Then he casts haste on everyone but Zeoll, because the latter is out of range, and see's there are no longer any enemies to combat.
Taking a short step forward, Wyaar the newcomer, casts faerie fire just behind Bosk and lights up the area is a light blue glow.
Beri dreams of his mother, but off in the distance a black rider is quickly approaching. Fear and apprehension begin to fill Beri's emotions.
First peering over the wall and seeing no conscious combatants, Zeoll moves quickly to Beri's side.
Bosk on the otherhand, ever wary, goes on the total defensive.
From above the porch, through the Bosk hole in the stables loft, the innkeeper comes jumping down to ground level. His eyes are burning with rage and he looks angrily about. "Lowd! Where are you, vermin?! Lowd!" His angry cry crescendos into a Baleful Shriek that everyone can hear.
Everyone needs to make a Will DC18 save or cower in fear for 1d4 rounds.
Perception DC42 Highlight to display spoiler: {Private message me to find Lowd}
Mino1: AC21 -87hp unconscious Mino2: AC21 -123hp dead Mino3: AC21 -unknown Mino4: AC21 -85hp unconscious Mino5: AC26 -96hp dead
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Haste: 6 rounds d20+6=11 ; d4=1 ; Tuesday June 12th, 2012 8:37:47 AM
OOC: Will save 11
Will power drained by seeing so many friends fall, Restlin hunkers down between Zane and Zeoll and tries to get a hold of himself.
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+12=18 ; Tuesday June 12th, 2012 8:50:26 AM
Zeoll has an idea! He thinks for a moment ... not-an-action knowledge religion check ... gets an 18 ... Does Zeoll think this undead caterwauling is something he could, as a bard, Countersong?
Jim: maybe, but you would have to have a readied action to make it work since it's pretty much an instantaneous effect.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells Tuesday June 12th, 2012 8:58:03 AM
ooc: Are the unconcious minotaurs stable or still bleeding to death?
Jim: spend a standard action adjacent to them to find out.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells d20+15=31 ; d20+15=30 ; Tuesday June 12th, 2012 11:15:01 AM
ooc:Since be definition it is "impossible to use Stealth while attacking, running, or charging", can I safely assume that I would be aware if I was being attacked (even if the attack missed or bounced off my armor), even if the enemy is invisible?
Is there water or puddles on the porch that Bosk could use to make a perception check to look for ripple s or foot prints if he wished?
Not-an-action knowledge spell craft check (If for some reason they would require an action to see if I know what I know, I don' want to make them. Knowledge Spell Craft = 31 (Will see invisibility cause Bosk to see a character using the Hide in Plain Sight abillity?)
Knowledge Spell Craft = 30 (Will Detect Magic work to locate the enemy if they are using the Hide in Plain Sight abillity?
Lastly, seeing that Yondrim is still flaming, is there any fire left on the porch that is creating enough light that we could eliminate some squares as possible hiding spots if the guy is using Hide in Plain Sight? (I know this wouldn't effect an "invisible" creature.
Jim: No. Maybe. Yondrim is not burning.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Tuesday June 12th, 2012 11:50:06 AM
Note: anyone within ten feet of Wyaar gains a +4 bonus moral bonus to save vs fear
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells Tuesday June 12th, 2012 11:55:03 AM
FYI, Bosk is immune to fear.
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C d20=18 ; Tuesday June 12th, 2012 4:34:35 PM I'm going to go ahead and end the combat here and let you guys do what you want, but please remember, there is an assassin afoot. Why he hasn't attacked is probably because he doesn't have to. He can just wait until you go back to your tower and kill you off one by one in your sleep :) Please note where you are going and with whom in case I do choose to have him attack any stragglers.
The wind continues to pick up as the storm hits the mainland. It is really blowing hard now (-8 perception) and bits and pieces of nearby Heranmar are sailing through the air and fly by the inn at an alarming speed. Yondrims corpse is half incinerated and either blown away and now consists of a gray muck. Alexi is definitely dead and still entangled. Of the four minotaurs outside, two are still barely alive, but fading fast.
Soon this whole area may be flooded as the waves on the nearby shore have crested over the embankment and heading inland. It could be any moment that standing on soggy ground could turn into fighting for your lives in 10'+ high flood waters (think the tsunami vids of Japan). Heranmar itself is a mile away, it's uncertain if you could make it there, and very uncertain if they would open their gates to outsiders during a storm of this magnitude.
The innkeeper continues to fume and look about. He's little more than scraps of tattered meat on bones, but his insatiable desire of revenge keeps him "alive". Being so near him, Bosks subconscious must feel torn--the Avenger in him must admire him for his drive for revenge, whilst the Grim in him must see the need to put the revenant to rest.
Wyaar, the newcomer, can feel the evil too--but the innkeeper has not made one move to attack any of the group. He just keeps muttering Lowds name and looking intently all about the grounds.
XPs and hero points-- Jim C Tuesday June 12th, 2012 4:40:45 PM
Everyone receives 2000xp, even Wyaar (a carryover from Yondrim).
Everyone, except Zeoll, receives 1 hero point for being heroic and staying in the battle.
Zane receives 1 extra hero point for taking the initiative and leading the battle.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Tuesday June 12th, 2012 6:21:34 PM
Wyaar, like Bosk, seems completely unaffected by the undead scream, but eyes the creature suspiciously with a raised bow. When it makes no move to attack and no one attacks it immediately he lowers his bow and nods in its direction, "what is that?"
He eyes the dying minotaurs and makes no move to either harm or heal them. With the coming storm it is up to the Gods whether or not they survive and he'll leave them to their judgement. "we need to find shelter... This storm is growing and this is not a good place to be."
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells d8+1=7 ; 2d6=7 ; 2d6=8 ; 2d6=5 ; d6=1 ; d6=5 ; Tuesday June 12th, 2012 6:29:20 PM
Bosk removes Beri's wand and taps him on the shoulder, healing the young rogue for 7hp.
He then gathers the injured party members together, out of range of the unconcious enemies, and uses channel energy to heal them all of 15dmg.
ooc: More to come, I just wanted everyone healed and concious so Beri could post.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP: 16/62 CMD = 23 (hero point used) Tuesday June 12th, 2012 8:29:14 PM
ooc: DC 42... my stealthy and eagle eyed rogue would feel emasculated (twice over) if he wasn't just coming out of a coma.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) d20+2=12 ; Tuesday June 12th, 2012 9:00:13 PM
Restlin manages to gather his wits about him and see that things have calmed down some. He clears his throat and offers his hand to the new-comer. "Restlin the wizard. Thanks for helping with those minotaurs back there. This is where I'd usually insert a joke about taurs in general, but the situation appears dire and my water-logged corpse would not be nearly pretty enough to display properly. We're the Iron Adventurers, and there's a very skilled assassin around here somewhere who may have added you to his target list since you shot his henchmen. Sorry about that."
He turns to the rest of the group & is glad to see Beri's still alive. "I hate to leave Alexi and Yondrim like this, but if we don't get moving we'll end up joining them. If we want to find this Lowd character, we'll likely need the innkeeper."
He looks to the inn. He's no architect, but can he gauge whether or not it would weather the weather?
Perception = 12, if it matters.
Heranmar Inn-- Jim C Tuesday June 12th, 2012 9:15:38 PM
DC15 Engineering check to determine if the Inn is a death trap against the storm.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells Tuesday June 12th, 2012 11:42:49 PM
After ensuring that no more of the Iron adventurer's will be taking the trip to see Gargul tonight, Bosk gather's the group together. That thing, best as I can tell, is a reverant. I being so wronged in life that its soul refused to cross over, returning to its body it rises from the grave to get its revenge. Typically such beings are devoid of any compassion, emotion, or logic, a revenant has but one purpose, and cannot rest until it has found vengeance, but this one is an enigma... As the horned cleric speaks it becomes obvious that he admires the reverant's enduring patients and unalterable determination. My name is Bosk, and as the symbol on my forehead indicates, I am a Eye of Gargul, a cleric for the god of life and death. More specifically, I have dedicated my life to helping trapped spirits who cannot go on to their afterlife in the Lands of Rest, in particular those spirits bound to this plane due to some deep aching need for revenge or need insatiable need to right some injustice or to clear their name.
Looking around the grounds the cleric finds himself agreeing with the Paladin. I don't think it would be wise to try to make it to the city tonight. I suggest we stay the night at the inn and fortify it the best we can in case the assassin is still around. We should also search the taurs, perhaps they have something on them that will tell us where they are from or where we can find the Lowd. We should also remove their weapons and armor in case they make it through the night and decide to come after us again.
Regretfully, while Gargul has granted me the power to revive our fallen friends, it is their to continue their journey to the Shadow Realm and I must honor that decision. Bosk will make sure everyone stays in groups of three while they search the bodies and move about. While the others check the dead Bosk will say a prayer for their souls, particularly that of Yondrim and Alexi. He will also, assuming there are no objections, burn / incinerate Aleix and Yondrim's corpses in an ancient ritual designed to honor the dead, immortalize their memory, and prevent the desecration of their corpses.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP: 16/62 CMD = 23 (hero point used) d20+5=8 ; d20+13=18 ; Tuesday June 12th, 2012 11:43:55 PM
Beriothian watches as a black rider approach. Is he coming for mother? For me? As the rider comes close enough to make out his face all goes dark for the rogue. He is outside again, being zapped back to life by his friend Bosk.
What happened? Where's Alexi? Yondrim?... Oh. The rogue debated whether it would be safer to go inside and wait out the storm, but his mind is still to foggy to think straight.
Bosk... I'm still in pretty bad shape. Would you mind using another charge or two from my wand? ooc: above 20 hp
perception = 18 knowledge (engineering) = 8
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells d8+1=2 ; d8+1=2 ; d8+1=7 ; d8+1=5 ; Tuesday June 12th, 2012 11:52:33 PM
HP Rolls for Beri 2,2,7,5 (The first two rolls were natural 1s, I forget if we reroll those or not. If not, Bosk will cast 4 clw spells)
ooc: What time is it? Bosk plans to discharge his remaining spells to heal the group this evening.
Heranmar Inn-- Jim C Wednesday June 13th, 2012 1:33:28 AM
It is early afternoon, but the sky and area around the storm is as dark as night. Unless a fireball is being used, there will be no cremations in this weather.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) Wednesday June 13th, 2012 8:09:50 AM
"I'm not certain staying here is wise with the coast being so close and so angry, but if it's what we're doing then there's no time to waste."
Restlin is careful not to go out alone, but will aid however he can in shoring up the inn, searching the taurs (casting detect magic as needed), and tending to Yondrim/Alexi's corpses. He'll offer to use Vera to incinerate the bodies (he's unsure if that would be against Bosk's ritual).
Heranmar Inn-- Jim C Wednesday June 13th, 2012 2:34:45 PM
The dining room is the only area that everyone can fit into and not be squeezed, so I'm guessing that where you guys are at?
What of Alexi's and Yondrims partially incinerated bodies? Inside?
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+10=15 (know engineering); d20+10=25 (survival to find shelter in the storm); d20+15=35 (survival to track, with the lens of detection giving a +5); d20+19=31 (perform); d20+17=33 (perception to search fallen foes); Wednesday June 13th, 2012 3:17:04 PM
OOC: Updated xp, hero points, and CLW charges used on my sheet -- thanks Jim!
Number one first priority! Despite the storm, we have to stay together in case the assassin returns. Zeoll will act to either keep his friends together, or make sure by joining a loner that no one is left alone. Ideally, we should stay in a group.
Second priority, if it is even possible -- Zeoll wants to sniff around for this Lowd fellow! He wants to get his scent! Outside, maybe not, but inside, the sensitive liontaur bets there's a scent to be sniffed! With at least one friend to join him, and not a minotaur for fear the floor will collapse, Zeoll checks out the interior of the place. Survival 35! Nat 20! That's gotta give a clue?!
But what of the undead thing? Zeoll calls out to him, shouting with a trained bard's voice over the storm: "Sirr Innkeeperr! We want to catch this Lowd perrson too! Please come talk with us!"
While inside, Zeoll looks at the holes and creaking woodwork (Know Engineering 17 - forgot to add the +2 for heroism in the roller). "I don't like this, my frriends! I think this strructurre is going to collapse on us. We might be betterr off outside, or in shelterr of ourr own device!"
Zeoll's survival check to see if there is a better place to shelter -- in the lee of a corner of the outer wall, maybe? Survival check 25.
"We would be best off in XXXXXXX," suggests the fey bard. [OOC: Fill in the XXXX with whatever kindly DM Jim says that Zeoll concludes.]
If Restlin wishes to cremate the remains of the group's fallen friends, Zeoll will bow his head and pray for their rest. He sings a funeral song, something to celebrate their bravery. Perform 31.
That chore done, he asks if anyone has looked over the bodies of the fallen foes. Are any alive? If so, Zeoll will disarm and tie them up and use a charge of CLW to make sure they survive. If not, he will search the corpses to see if he can find loot (with a detect magic cantrip and a sift cantrip so he does not have to touch them) Perception, taking 20, is a 37, less storm penalties, a 32 if it is still -5, and if he can;t take 20, then a roll of 33, or 28 with the -5.
DM Sanity Info
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 1 used of 6 1st level 2 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save - unused 1 for a skill - used
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 0 charges used (45 total available)
Hero Points Used: 0 of 2.
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Wednesday June 13th, 2012 3:18:10 PM
Zeoll looks around at his friends. "I may not be brrave, but at least I got the basics coverred! Come on you louts! Help me out herre!"
He grins to take the edge off his words.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells Wednesday June 13th, 2012 3:42:13 PM
Preferably, we would like to burn / incinerate the remains if possible. Can we do that using Retlin's wand? Bosk also has 5 2-pint (large sized) things of oil if that will help.
Jim: a dead body instantly incinerates if hit by a fireball. And yes, you can loot the bodies, even the bad guys.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells Wednesday June 13th, 2012 5:19:43 PM
Then we "loot" the bodies and incinerate our guys.
Any preference on what we do with the enemies, living and dead?
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells Wednesday June 13th, 2012 5:45:23 PM
Bosk thank's Restlin for his fire, it brings the cleric a sense of peace knowing that that they won't be leaving their friends bodies to the mercy of the weather and their enemies. After removing anything of value from the bodies and preparing them for their final send off he begins the ceremony. Bowing his head, he asks Gragul to guide their souls through the Shadow Realm. For each member he tells briefly of their bravery and how they had exemplified the various virtues of a true hero. When he gets to the line Leaving behind their mortal shells, he signals to Restlin to cast the spell and finishes his prayers.
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 45/63 d20+12=13 ; d20+5=16 ; Wednesday June 13th, 2012 6:02:17 PM
OOC: Ignore the first roll, I started to post yesterday but headed off elsewhere on a emergency.
Zane watches the sky and the storm brewing, he smiles, this is his type of weather, it's in his bones, let alone his name. He stands near the gate and lets his short duration spell run their course. (the enlarge person). He recalls very little, but he still has some memory of ship board life. (Profession Seamanship 16) "If we were aboard a ship, now would be a good time to lash ourselves to safety lines, I think this is gonna be one of those storms that gets remembered for years."
He will show respect when they have the service for their fallen friends.
Zane is still wary of going into the Inn, those floors look very chancy.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 d20=7 ; Wednesday June 13th, 2012 7:06:26 PM
Wyaar listens quietly while others pay their respects to their fallen comrades all the while keeping a careful eye on the undead innkeeper. If the revenant could prove helpful in bringing down a bigger evil than it could be suffered for now, but only for a short time. Perhaps, if they can get the tale of the creatures mortal life and what drove it to revenge the best way to be rid of the creature would be to see its vengeance fulfilled.
He'll help the others move the bodies as needed and offers a blessing of both Maab and Eberyon on the departed.
For his part he offers little insight into the strength of the Inn (knowledge roll 9), but does ask a question of the spellcasters. "No chance of a rope trick or other magical space that you can make to let us ride out the storm?"
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Wednesday June 13th, 2012 7:09:44 PM
Wyaar also introduces himself, "I am Wyaar Mudlynn, Paladin to Maab the Protector, Queen of the Fey and mortal emissary of her consort, King Eberyon. It is they who sent me here to this Inn at this time. Now I see it was to aid a fellow Cradled and fey... Though it grieves me to see I was too late to save the dryad."
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Wednesday June 13th, 2012 9:27:25 PM
"Hey, that's me!" says Zeoll. And in sylvan, he asks Wyaar, "How farres it at the Seelie Courrt, Sirr Fey? I had taken you forr a morrtal! Please forrgive my confusion."
Zeoll did not think the fellow looked fey, but with fey you never really know!
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) Wednesday June 13th, 2012 9:50:18 PM
On cue, Restlin takes aim with Vera and incinerates the bodies of his friends. An unfortunate use for his favorite toy.
"Had you asked a few days ago, I would indeed have had a rope trick up my sleeve. Today, I'm afraid not." The wizard walks up to the window and peeks outside. "It's a tragic circumstance of my profession, really. Great library full of spells, but the wrong ones are always prepared."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 (hero point used) Wednesday June 13th, 2012 11:09:14 PM It's been a long time since I've had a conversation in Sylvan, though I'm not particularly familiar with the Cradled. Remind me to ask about that again when we are somewhere safe and dry.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Thursday June 14th, 2012 12:37:00 AM
"That's because I am mortal..." Wyaar says with a smile before a wet leaf blowing in the wind slaps him in the face.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) Thursday June 14th, 2012 12:28:42 PM
Restlin looks outside. Being this close to the coast in a storm is not doing his nerves any favors. Obviously he can't see into the future, but does he get the feeling they'll all end up underwater if they stay in this inn?
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Thursday June 14th, 2012 1:31:54 PM
Checking in.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Thursday June 14th, 2012 2:16:16 PM
Is there any higher ground in sight?
Jim: nope.
Heranmar Inn-- Jim C Thursday June 14th, 2012 4:22:25 PM
All goes as planned. The ceremony amongst the crash of thunder and lightning; waves of water coming inland; the angry sky breached above, all give a terrible sense of the grandeur of the Wold as the bodies of Alexi and Yondrim are incinerated in a sudden explosion of fire. Instantly steam arises from the vacuum left by the fireball and with it the ashes of the fallen are swept up by the fierce winds and carried away to wander the Wold free of worries, cares or desires. Freedom.
Soon, based on careful observations, the water level will be quite high, so high in fact the first level of the inn will be flooded. The innkeeper, after chasing about the inn calling out Lowd's name here and there, has settled once more behind his desk in the parlour--as if open for business. The water won't affect him, but the rest of the Iron Adventurers, where will they ride out the storm and not get seperated?
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Thursday June 14th, 2012 7:04:14 PM
Those outer walls are ten feet high. We can take shelter on top, especially if we manage to anchor ourselves to them?
Jim: they are only 5 feet wide, it would be a heck of a ride. and if they should break, well...
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 45/63 Thursday June 14th, 2012 7:42:04 PM "The walls are Sturdier than the Inn, but they will also take more of a beating that the Inn, due to sheltering it for the most part from any crashing waves, unless one comes directly from the gate side. I think we should try inside first, remember there were minotaurs inside, so maybe the floors are not so rotted as it looks. Then from there we can move to the roof if needed."
Zane then carefully starts to enter the Inn, being ready to tumble back out the door if the floors are about to give way.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 (hero point used) Thursday June 14th, 2012 8:59:26 PM
ooc: Random thought, is it now safe to assume that after the last migration that we are currently near the coast?
Jim: yeah, about 1/2 mile away.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 (hero point used) d20+5=20 ; Thursday June 14th, 2012 9:03:42 PM One sec, I should be able to tell from the retaining walls and floor where the safest spot is. knowledge engineering = 20
Jim: safest spot would probably be the parlour, near the desk, but that's going to be underwater soon, probably, most definitely, yes. Next spot, maybe directly above.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 (hero point used) Thursday June 14th, 2012 11:00:31 PM
ooc: yes, I was including not drowning in my definition of safe
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Thursday June 14th, 2012 11:10:07 PM
Wyaar frowns at the Inn, but it seems like their only option, "It seems we will have to wait out the storm here."
Unless someone has a better idea
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) Thursday June 14th, 2012 11:33:37 PM
Restlin is quite happy to hunker down wherever Beri says is safest. He has 50' of rope in his pack to tie himself down in case this storm rips the roof off. If he can't find an obvious place to tie himself off, he'll ask Beri's advice since he seems to know what he's doing.
If anyone knows how to use rope well, he'll also take their assistance. He mainly hauls it around for his rope-trick spell and is lucky to get a decent square knot. He'll also make sure the dagger on his belt is secured in case he needs to cut himself free quickly.
Plenty of rope if anyone else feels the need to secure themselves against hurricane winds.
He smiles at Wyaar, "honestly friend, this is an exceedingly appropriate introduction to the Iron Adventurers. If we get out of this, ask the liontaur there to tell you about our lost fortune."
In case winds take out torches/lanterns/whatever, he'll keep a light spell going as well.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 (hero point used) Thursday June 14th, 2012 11:34:45 PM
ooc: did we find anything when we looted the bodies?
Jim: are you going to sitdown and discern/organize it all out now or store it for later?
Heranmar Inn-- Jim C d20+15=23 ; Friday June 15th, 2012 5:22:01 AM
As the winds whip and the rains sting, some may notice out the window an outline of a figure in the pouring rain heading towards Heranmar...
Perception DC23 to Highlight to display spoiler: {Holy crap, it's probably Lowd making a break for it to Heranmar to get in the city and safety. He is approximately 120' from the inn and about 5000' from the city.}
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells d20+7=18 ; Friday June 15th, 2012 10:48:19 AM
Unable to see much in the rain, Bosk quickly places all of the collected lot and throws it in his BOH intending to look at it more closely when they have more time.
Perception Check = 18
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+17=37 ; Friday June 15th, 2012 12:01:17 PM
Not sure what penalties the weather imposes, but this time, Zeoll's luck is with him, and he sees clearly that ... that figure over there, just 120 feet away, could well be Lowd!
[Rolled a nat 20 = 37 perception.]
Zeoll moves 40 feet closer with a move action, then casts Hold Person, with its medium range. Will save DC21 or Held.
He shouts to his friends so they will be alert!
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 d20+2=3 ; Friday June 15th, 2012 1:10:43 PM
Wyaar is apparently not looking out the window, but the wall (nat 1' perception 3 with penatlymdue to weather)
"if the storm does not claim us I will do just that." he says in response to Restlin's suggestion.
At Zeoll's call to be alert he gathers his bow and peers out the window, and though unable to see anything himself he'll listen to the direction thenliontaur points him in and heads out with the Taur into the rain.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) d20+2=13 ; Friday June 15th, 2012 1:51:07 PM
At Zeoll's announcement, Restlin runs to the window. Following the liontaur's lead, he'll cast glitterdust on the fleeing figure (range is 170' - will save DC16 or he's blinded - either way -40 to stealth checks - 7 rounds).
***
OOC: This is of course assuming Restlin can see who Zeoll is talking about. Perception = 13. If that fails, he'll cast it roughly 120' in the direction Zeoll indicates and hopes for the best. The spell has a 10' radius spread. I'll leave the success of this action to Mr. Jim's capable judgement.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 (hero point used) Friday June 15th, 2012 5:21:56 PM
ooc: Just wanted to get a confirmation that the bodies had indeed been the remains were washed out to sea. Beri is painfully aware at the moment that he needs a few upgrades.
Jim: no, the water is coming, not here yet
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells Friday June 15th, 2012 8:11:47 PM
Can can locate Lowd now that Zeoll pointed him out? If not, do we get a bonus to our spot roll?
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 45/63 d20+11=14 ; d20+13=14 ; Friday June 15th, 2012 8:28:53 PM
Since people are headed after whoever is running away, "Tell the Inn Keep that Lowd is escaping." It might not be Lowd, but having whatever that spirit of vengeance in the Inn helping out can't hurt. Zane uses his long legs and his nimbleness as a Monk to try and catch up to the runner. (run speed 40)
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor, 3 hours
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 (hero point used) Friday June 15th, 2012 8:45:50 PM Guys, don't get too excited. We can really only move as safely as the slowest one of us, which means we probably can't catch up to him before he reaches the city. And from the looks of it the water will be up to the second floor in a short amount of time, we could very well drown long before we reach him... if it is him. We don't actually what Lowd looks like, do we?
Heranmar Inn-- Jim C Saturday June 16th, 2012 5:35:49 PM
Pointing and alerting the others to the outline of a person running through the rain, Zeoll opens the window to be greeted by a blast of rain, but he does not falter as he casts his Hold Person spell on the supposed fleeing Lowd--who neither falters and continues to run. Zeoll then runs downstairs and out into the rain.
Seeing where Zeoll pointed, Restlin takes a chance and casts a Glitterdust in that area. It explodes in a shower of glittery dust that is immediately drawn down to the ground by the rain, but in it's midst is a lone figure clearly covered in the glittery mess.
The rest begin filing out of the inn and it is Zane that leads the way. Unfortunately everyone must head South to exit the inn, then cut back Northwest to catch up to the supposed Lowd.
Everyone who has a speed of 40 and makes a double move will be 120' from Lowd. Those with 30 and double move, 140'. Single moves of 40 and 30 will be about 160' and 170' respectively and have a wall blocking your line of sight.
Outside the ground is water logged and off in the distance the crest of waves are washing over the embankments and heading inland still; The storm is fierce and unrelenting, just like the Revenant that is closely following behind after Zane's alert.
Perception and ranged attacks -8
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Haste: 7 rounds - Glitterdust: 6 rounds remain Saturday June 16th, 2012 6:30:01 PM "Beri, no one kills a prostitute in my town and lives!"
Restlin follows the rest of the group out of the inn. His mind filled with thoughts of vengeance, he unleashes another haste spell on the party. He's not certain where it came from, but this is no time to dig into arcane mysteries.
***
OOC: Burning a hero point to recall haste.
Does the penalty to ranged attacks include things like rays that aren't affected by weather?
Haste: The transmuted creatures move and act more quickly than normal. This extra speed has several effects.
When making a full attack action, a hasted creature may make one extra attack with one natural or manufactured weapon. The attack is made using the creature's full base attack bonus, plus any modifiers appropriate to the situation. (This effect is not cumulative with similar effects, such as that provided by a speed weapon, nor does it actually grant an extra action, so you can't use it to cast a second spell or otherwise take an extra action in the round.)
A hasted creature gains a +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves. Any condition that makes you lose your Dexterity bonus to Armor Class (if any) also makes you lose dodge bonuses.
All of the hasted creature's modes of movement (including land movement, burrow, climb, fly, and swim) increase by 30 feet, to a maximum of twice the subject's normal speed using that form of movement. This increase counts as an enhancement bonus, and it affects the creature's jumping distance as normal for increased speed. Multiple haste effects don't stack. Haste dispels and counters slow.
Jim: all ranged attacks that require a To Hit, are affected.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells Saturday June 16th, 2012 9:51:28 PM
Bosk races after Lowd running at full speed (speed x4), Restlin's spell increasing the taur's speed to 50ft.
ooc: Sorry everyone, I would have run after Lowd last turn, but I was waiting to see if I could see him to cast a spell a spell. Next time I will post an if then post.
Jim: you cannot run, except in a straight line, so no apologies needed for an action you couldn't have performed anyways.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Sunday June 17th, 2012 8:31:06 AM
Aided by RestlIn's. Haste spell, Wyaar moves as fast as he can towards the Sparkly figure.
Double move, run, whatever is allowed. Movement speed 60
Heranmar Inn-- Jim C Sunday June 17th, 2012 5:36:41 PM
With the aid of Restlin's Haste spell, everyone easily catches up to Lowd.
Please place yourself on the map. There is no spell casting unless you're off map back by the inn and no attacks because of running, this is placement only.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 (hero point used) Sunday June 17th, 2012 7:39:40 PM
ooc: What is 'A' on the map?
Jim: innkeeper
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Haste: 7 rounds - Glitterdust: 6 rounds remain Sunday June 17th, 2012 9:50:01 PM
OOC: Restlin will head to R50 & ready his acid arrow wand.
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 45/63 Monday June 18th, 2012 2:03:42 AM
Zane will start at D 47 if possible.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells Monday June 18th, 2012 9:58:14 AM
How fast is Lowd moving? Is he Walking, hustling, or running?
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Monday June 18th, 2012 10:08:48 AM
Wyaar will run wide past presumed Lowd and stop 15 feet in front of the figured approximate path. (can't get to map for coordinates, please place.) "Hold! drop your weapons and offer no violence and you'll not be harmed"
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells Monday June 18th, 2012 2:02:15 PM
ooc: If I don't get an answer back on how fast Lowd is walking / running, Bosk will run to J,K/36,37 and draw his Bastard Sword as he does do (Free Action).
Heranmar Inn-- Outside 1 -- Jim C d20+17=35 ; d8=5 ; d6=3 ; d20+6=18 ; d6=6 ; Monday June 18th, 2012 8:25:23 PM
Seeing that he is being surrounded by magically speed enhanced foes, Lowd mutters something about being undone by a damn Glitterdust spell. Taking a moment to think about, Lowd moves toward Wyaar and draws forth a black curved shortsword. Wyaar can barely see his face in the pelting rain and strong winds, but it's obvious the man is human and wears a grim smile on his face as he comes at Wyaar. Strangely, perhaps because the aura of evil is so strong, Wyaar senses something moving behind him. Bosk and the rest can see it too-- a living shadow, formed from the darkness and hiding in it's recesses, moves behind Wyaar and flanks him.
With a skilled hand, Lowd bypasses Wyaar's defenses and slams his curved blade to the hilt into Wyaar. From behind, a claw as cold as ice rips into the paladins back, but it spills no blood.
Wyaar takes 34pts of normal, sneak and ice damage and loses 6pts of Strength due to the Shadows drain attack.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:22/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 (hero point used) d20+5=10 ; Monday June 18th, 2012 8:50:10 PM
Beriothian sees the shadow creature and tries to remember what he learned from his past desires to become a shadow dancer anything he had previously learned about shadows that could help them now.
ooc: post coming later, wanted to see we could get some details on the shadow before posting knowledge check (shadow)=10
Jim: Yup, it's a shadow.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells Monday June 18th, 2012 8:53:45 PM
Does Lowd move in a straight line? If so, does Bosk get an AoO? Also, can I by any chance get moved 5ft to the West? I chose my spot thinking Wyaar would be 15ft NW of Lowd's location.
Jim: sorry, no and no.
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+9=17 ; Monday June 18th, 2012 9:13:44 PM
Zeoll runs straight out ... 160 ft ... 32 squares ... to somewhere around 18M.
Unless the storm slows him down, in which case he'll take the double move.
perception check -- with the -8 mentioned above: a 17.
[Sorry for the short post. Sick with head cold.]
[Edit: Ugh! Sorry for missing the deadline. Did I miss a round of action, or can the above be for last round? Thanks!]
Jim: sorry, you missed the round. Jerry told me not to wait, really, he did, sometime ago, in an email I think, yeah, that's the ticket!
Cayzle: NP! Then I really better take the run to catch up.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Haste: 6 rounds - Glitterdust: 5 rounds remain d20+11=23 Monday June 18th, 2012 9:29:24 PM
Looking to end this quickly, Restlin cries out, "Hey, get a load of this!" before casting hold person on Lowd.
*** Will save DC 16 to negate.
The subject becomes paralyzed and freezes in place. It is aware and breathes normally but cannot take any actions, even speech. Each round on its turn, the subject may attempt a new saving throw to end the effect. This is a full-round action that does not provoke attacks of opportunity. A winged creature who is paralyzed cannot flap its wings and falls. A swimmer can't swim and may drown.
Edit: Forgot to roll concentration due to weather. 23 should be good, yes?
Jim: concentration roll required is 15+spell level, so I think you're good.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Monday June 18th, 2012 11:24:48 PM
Beriothian activates his cape clasp causing a shield spell to be activated. He then pulls out his Bow and moves to i-42
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 d6=6 ; d6=4 ; d6=5 ; Tuesday June 19th, 2012 9:29:36 AM
Wyaar yells out in pain and shock as first the blade and then the icey grip of the shadow latches on to him. He takes a step backwards (5' step to F36) and faces the shadow. "Maab, aid me" he calls out as he drops his bow, now too weak to pull it,
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Tuesday June 19th, 2012 9:36:38 AM
And strikes out with his bare hands in an effort to rip the shadow apart with strikes charged with divine power. (smite evil on Shadow. AC vs Shadow is 26/19/21)
Wyaar (JonL) AC 23/16/18 CMD 23 HP 62/62 d20=8 ; d20=10 ; d20=2 ; d3=2 ; d3=1 ; d3=3 ; Tuesday June 19th, 2012 9:42:13 AM
Full attack on Shadow: hit AC 18 for 17 damage, hit AC 16 for 10 damage, miss AC 12 For 9 damage. If Bosk moves into flanking position add 2 to hit AC
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 45/63 Tuesday June 19th, 2012 1:21:44 PM
Zane casts a Shield spell on himself and then moves to 38,39/D,E
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor, 3 hours Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
Heranmar Inn-- Outside 1 -- Jim C Tuesday June 19th, 2012 2:05:24 PM
waiting on Bosk
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells d20+13=27 ; 2d8+6=17 ; 2d6=9 ; Tuesday June 19th, 2012 5:53:41 PM
Seeing Wyaar get flanked by the shadow and attacked, Bosk runs behind the shadow and swings his magically enhanced sword at the strange cerature before him. Instantly his mind flashes back to his own shadow hanging in Gargul's wall, and the strange ritual that instilled him with the Ghost Touch ability. Time to put this ability to the test he thinks to himself.
Actions: Move to G,H/33,24 (Flanking the shadow with Wyaar) Hit AC 27 for 26dmg (17 Slashing and 9 Sneak dmg)
DM Sanity info, Bosk has ghost touch.
Heranmar Inn-- Outside 2 -- Jim C d20+15=31 ; Tuesday June 19th, 2012 8:56:51 PM
Obviously having some incredible plan hatching in his brain, Zeoll runs like the dickens and far surpasses everyone else as he heads North.
Calling out and casting a Hold Person on Lowd, Restlin pretty much knows that the spell failed as the man in black is not held frozen in place.
Activating the protective magics in his newly acquired magic cloack clasp, Beri moves a short distance and pulls out his bow.
Taking a step to the side and dropping his bow due to his weakened state, Wyaar calls forth the power of his god to smite the evil attacking him. Lashing out with his bare hands, he feels nothing as they pass through the Shadows body, but the incorporeal entity does seem affected by the holy energy emanating from Wyaar's hands as it winces in pain.
Since it is incorporeal and you do not have Ghost Touch and I couldn't find anywhere that Smite Evil affects incorporeal creatures, you're only doing half damage on the magical energy of your Smite. So 3pts + 3pts = 6pts total damage for the two hits.
Also casting a Shield spell on himself, Zane moves forward to cut off Lowd if he runs.
Bosk comes in to save the day, or at least Wyaar's life, as he moves behind the Shadow and cuts right through it, dissipating it entirely and sending it back to the dark abyss it was spawned from.
Seeing himself surrounded, Lowd runs 120' straight in the direction of the arrow (see map).
Please remember if you're wearing heavy armor, you can only run 3x your base speed.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 28/62 d20=10 ; d3+3=5 ; Tuesday June 19th, 2012 9:24:30 PM
Wyaar takes a passing swing at Lowd as he moves b. AoO probably miss AC 16 for 5 damage
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Haste: 5 rounds - Glitterdust: 4 rounds remain d20-3=7 ; Tuesday June 19th, 2012 9:44:38 PM
Restlin takes aim while moving forward...not as fast as Lowd because he's just not that fast. He sends a glob of acid at the fleeing Lowd.
***
Move to J42 - acid blob misses horribly. Don't forget the extra move distance due to haste, everyone.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 d20+12=27 ; d8+2=6 ; d8+17=25 ; Tuesday June 19th, 2012 9:49:55 PM
Beiothian watches Lowd run and watches to make sure he isn't setting some trap behind him. Assuming everyone else follows after Lowd, Beriothian moves 60 feet towards Lowd (normal move action with haste) and pulls a sleep arrow from his quiver placing it in his bow. He takes aim and and sends the arrow flying towards Lowd hoping to knock it out before the others reach him.
attack = 28 (I forgot to add the haste bonus) damage = 6 make sure Lowd isn't setting a trap = 25 (I don't think I actually have state this since he is considered being under close observation while fighting him, just want to err on the side of caution)
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 45/63 d20+8=9 ; d20+11=24 ; 2d8+5=15 ; Wednesday June 20th, 2012 12:13:51 AM
Zane misses with his AoO (forgot to add +1 from haste), he sees Lowd race off, but he smiles as with the additional speed given by the haste, Zane charges after him. (base 40 move+30 from haste x 2 = 140, needs only 120 so well within range) Just before he charges after Lowd, Zane energizes his body with Arcane energy (arcane strike)
As Zane gets within range he again swings at him.
Attack 24, damage 15
Zane's AC is 27 - 2 for charging +1 for haste so it's 26 for the round
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor, 3 hours Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells d20+20=33 ; Wednesday June 20th, 2012 9:05:14 AM
As Lowd tries to escape the horned cleric calls upon some inner strength and abillity and with unusual finess flicks his sword in a circular montion in hopes if disarming the fleeing shadow dancer.
Actions ----------------- Use hero point for +8 on next roll AoO - Disarm check = 33 (Can I get the results of my disarm attempt before completing my turn?)
Jim: he is disarmed
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells d20+13=19 ; 2d8+5=17 ; 2d6+5=12 ; Wednesday June 20th, 2012 2:01:42 PM
Bosk disarms the Shadow Dancer's sword and then moves with great speed to head off the shadow dance and block his retreat, hoping the group can encircle him. The great taur swings his sword at the assassin
Actions ----------- Moves just North of Lowd taking up the space North of him and North West of him (B,C/32,33 if I interpret his new location to be C/34 correctly)
Hit AC 19 for 24 dmg (17 slashing and 7 sneak dmg) ooc: Ignore the +5 on my last roll. I forgot to take it off when I rolled my sneak damage.
Jim:Are you making a charge with that run? If so, you cannot head him off--it has to be a straight line, which means no sneak damage since he will not be flanked. If you do try to head him off ( which is greater than 120') then you don't get an attack.
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+9=15 ; Wednesday June 20th, 2012 3:22:05 PM
As Lowd runs away, Zeoll figures he has a chance to chase him down. Zeoll runs 160 feet due west by southwest, hoping to get within the 40 feet or so it would take to cast a spell on the fellow. At the least, he's hoping to get a scent on him.
Perception at -8 = 15.
OOC: Zeoll is at 18M starting off, I think.
DM Sanity Info
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bard spells: 1 used of 6 1st level 2 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save - unused 1 for a skill - used
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 0 charges used (45 total available)
Hero Points Used: 0 of 2.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 28/62 Wednesday June 20th, 2012 4:01:32 PM
Wyaar smites evil on Lowd and runs ahead of him to cut him off (staight out run to be 5' in front of Lowd at whatever space that is)
Jim: sorry, I updated the map with just an arrow and posted he ran 120' NW. With both Zane and Bosk in the way, he is unchargeable, and with that distance, you will not be able to get an attack in unless you have ONE move action that is 120' or greater.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells d20+20=37 ; Wednesday June 20th, 2012 5:35:13 PM
Not relishing the idea of chasing Lowd through the storm, Bosk charges the shadow dancer at full speed. As he approaches the assassin he spins on one leg and swing the other at the murder's ankles hoping to trip him and send him falling into the mud.
Actions ---------------------- Use hero point to increase CMB roll Charge and trip lowd. CMB Roll = 37!!!
Jim: uh, you've already made a roll to hit this turn. I allowed you to clarify your attack, not reroll it entirely.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 47 of 64 Spells Wednesday June 20th, 2012 9:08:31 PM
Oh. Bosk will move in front of him then, trying to form a wall / circle wth Zane and Wyaar.
Sorry, was working on post, so I took your roll.
Heranmar Inn-- Outside 3 -- Jim C d20+16=23 ; d20+11=20d4=2 ; d3=3 ; Wednesday June 20th, 2012 9:19:51 PM
Bypassing any attacks, except for Bosk's timely disarm, Lowd takes the lead in the chase, but is quickly overtaken by Zane and Bosk--both of whom attack the glittery assassin and fail to hit. It would seem the assassin is skilled at running.
Both Wyaar and Zeoll run past the melee and set up beyond them.
Beri's arrow shot is lost in the wind as is Restlin's glob of acid and they both trails far behind the rest of the group, along with the innkeeper who keeps muttering Lowd's name over and over again.
Instead of continuing to flee, Lowd turns suddenly and quickdraws forth a wavy dagger blade as he takes a 5' step closer to Bosk and attacks twice, hitting once. The wound instantly begins to burn.
Bosks takes 9pts of damage and must make a DC24 Fort Poison save or take 3pts of Strength loss. No, it is not snake, scorpion or spider venom
1 Round by Thursday Night.
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d100=39.7623 Wednesday June 20th, 2012 9:31:35 PM
Kindly DM Jim, I need no map, but I have to know if I'm within 40 ft of Lowd, that is, if I can target him with a close range spell. Or if I could do so after a move action. Thanks!
Jim: You are 39.7623 feet away.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday June 20th, 2012 9:43:05 PM
ooc: I also need to know how far away I am.
Jim: 80' give or take a foot.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 38 of 64 Spells d20+11=30 ; d20+11=13 ; d20+11=20 ; d20+10=28 ; d20+10=18 ; 2d8+5=10 ; 2d6=11 ; d8+4=6 ; d8+4=11 ; 2d6=4 ; 2d6=4 ; Wednesday June 20th, 2012 10:46:15 PM
ooc: Is Lowd now fully visible? YES
Bosk feels the dagger burn as penetrates his thick hide, but the cleric easily shakes off the effects of the poison. Now it's my turn! The cleric swings mightily at the assassin with his bastard sword, spikes and horns,. His aim isn't as true he hoped, but he will keep fighting until Heather's soul is avenged.
Actions --------- Fort Save = 30 Hit AC 20 for 22dmg (11 slashing 11 sneak) Hit AC 28 for 11 dmg (7 piercing and 4 sneak) Hit AC 17 for 16 dmg (12 piercing and 4 sneak) 1dmg added for haste. 1 hero point used
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Thursday June 21st, 2012 1:38:09 AM
Beriothian switches from his ineffective bow to his rapiers and runs as fast as he can towards Lowd.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 28/62 d20=6 ; d20=9 ; d6=6 ; d6=6 ; d6=5 ; d20+10=30 ; d20+10=14 ; d20+5=12 ; d20+10=21 ; d3+9=11 ; d3+9=10 ; d3+9=10 ; Thursday June 21st, 2012 7:47:58 AM
Putting a hand on himself with a quick prayer, Wyaar manages to close a good portion of the stab wound on his front. He then moves forward to Lowd and throws some 'bows.
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Swift action to lay on hands (heal 17 HP). Ignore first two rolls. They were supposed to be d6
If close enough to Lowd will take 5' step and full at,tack, if not will move up and make single attack. Either way I thnk only one hits
Attack 1 hit AC 30, crit not confirmed. 11 damage Attack 2 hit AC 12 for 10 damage Haste attack hit AC 21 for 10 damage.
Flanking bonus to hit not figured in
Smite active against Lowd. AC 27
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Haste: 4 rounds - Glitterdust: 3 rounds remain Thursday June 21st, 2012 8:17:06 AM
Restlin sees his ranged spells are getting knocked around by this wind and guesses Lowd adept at dodging his magic. Seeing his friends seem to be all over the assassin, Restlin falls back to his other skill: cleaning.
He runs forward towards the combat and scoops up Wyaar's bow and Lowd's sword (two actions due to haste + a move action...seems legit to me, yes?).
***
Since Lowd was disarmed while moving away from the group, I'm assuming the bow is first to get picked up. If there's any reason for Restlin to roll a will save, let me know before the next post and I'll do so to keep things moving quickly.
Edit: Updated header
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 45/63 d20+9=14 ; d20+8=26 ; d20+8=16 ; 2d8+5=15 ; Thursday June 21st, 2012 1:46:02 PM
Zane, seeing that Lowd has stayed where he was, recharges his arcane strike and then flurries him from range (10' reach).
(first roll was wrong bonus so rolled 2 at correct #, either way only the 26 has a chance of hitting)
Attack 26, damage 15
Zane's AC is 27 +1 for haste so it's 28 for the round
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor, 3 hours Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Thursday June 21st, 2012 3:57:10 PM
Glad that he is JUST in range, Zeoll casts his cacaphonous call on Lowd. Will save DC is 21. Then he steps 10 ft closer.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Haste: 4 rounds - Glitterdust: 3 rounds remain Thursday June 21st, 2012 8:41:56 PM
Restlin gasps audibly when he picks up Lowd's sword. He had a feeling it wouldn't be a picnic, but he wasn't expecting this.
"Bosk!" he shouts. "This thing needs to be in your bag yesterday!"
***
No further action since I've done everything I can this round.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Thursday June 21st, 2012 11:03:39 PM
Ooc :checking in
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 38 of 64 Spells Thursday June 21st, 2012 11:06:16 PM
Unsure if he should disengage Lowd or finish off the assassin first Bosk calls back, I'm a little busy at the moment, can you manage it a bit longer or not?
The cleric looks to Zane and Wyaar to see if they can handle Lowd should Restlin need immediate aid.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Thursday June 21st, 2012 11:49:21 PM
ooc: Since Restlin is between me and where I was headed can I change course when I hear him shout and give him my bag of holding?
Heranmar Inn-- Outside 4 -- Jim C d20+15=23 ; d20+16=30 ; d20+11=28 ; d20+6=23 ; d4=1 ; d4=3 ; d3=3 ; Friday June 22nd, 2012 4:48:17 AM Sorry for the abbreviated turn....
Swinging at the assassin, Bosk manages to hit him once barely for 11dmg (no sneak since he is not flanked at this time)
Switching to his rapiers, Beri runs for Lowd and is within striking range.
Healing himself swiftly, Wyaar moves in for the attack and hits Lowd once for 11dmg.
Deciding he would rather pick up Wyaar's bow and Lowds sword, Restlin does so, but when he picks up Lowd's sword his back stiffens and an internal fight begins. It is over in seconds with Restlin the apparent winner.
Charged with arcane power, Zane attempts a flurry of blows, but none hit.
Within range, Zeoll casts a Cac call on Lowd but it does not succeed.
Drawing out another dagger quickly, Lowd strikes three time--once with his wavy dagger at Bosk, once at Zane with his newly drawn dagger and then once at Beri with the wavy dagger.
Bosk takes 6pts of damage. Please make your FIRST save a DC14 Fort save or fall asleep for 1d3 hours. Also, make another DC24 Fort save or lose 3pts of Strength as your second roll.
Zane takes 8pts of damage. Please make a DC14 Fort save or fall asleep for 1d3 hours.
Restlin, drop the sword or make another DC21 Will save (PM if you fail)
1 round by Friday night.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 56/62 d6=5 ; d6=6 ; d6=3 ; Friday June 22nd, 2012 9:12:08 AM
Wyaar passes a hand over his wound and only a scratch remains (swift action Lay on Hands heal 11 damage) Question: are we flanking Now?
Jim: yes...sort of. More explained at end of turn
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 38 of 64 Spells d20+11=30 ; d20+11=29 ; Friday June 22nd, 2012 9:35:28 AM
Can you give us a map or tell us how we can get into flanking position. With Bosk being large and Zane huge, I am hoping it won't be too difficult.
ooc: I will post this afternoon, but want everyone to know Bosk made both saves...why can't I roll that high when attacking?
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells d20+21=39 ; d20+21=33 ; d20+10=22 ; d20+10=12 ; 2d8+5=16 ; 2d8+5=21 ; 2d6=9 ; 2d6=10 ; Friday June 22nd, 2012 9:48:36 AM
ooc: I am rolling assuming Wyaar is in flanking position after his last attack, if not please subtract 2 from my flanking bonus.
Feeling the searing pain of cold metal cut into his flesh again and worried by Restlin's call for help causes a surge of adrenaline surge through the taurs body as he calls upon some deep inner strength to help him tear this guy apart in a blur of flesh and blood. You can tell the taur is out for blood as he ignores his shield and grips his sword in both hands for added force. (-3 shield AC for 1 round)
Actions. -------------------------- Save vs poison = 30 Save vs poison = 29 Atk 1 with bastard sword - Hit AC 39 for 28dmg (19 slashing and 9 sneak) Atk 2 with armor spikes - Hit AC 22 (miss) Atk 3 with horn - Hit AC 12 (miss) Extra atk from haste with bastard sword Hit AC 25 for 34 dmg (24 slashing 10 sneak) 1 heropoint used - -3 from Shield AC for 1 round (I accidentally rolled my second BS atk with a hero point bonus, so -8 taken from it)
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells Friday June 22nd, 2012 9:54:39 AM
Zeoll, I am 2-3 short on my last attack. Do you have a way of boosting that? What if someone else can aid another?
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20=8 ; Friday June 22nd, 2012 9:59:55 AM
Zeoll makes a knowledge check to see if he can determine a weak spot -- his raw d20 roll is an 8, and assuming Lowd is a humanoid, Zeoll's Know Local check is an 18, +2 for heroism, so 20.
Presuming a Know DC 20 is ok, Zeoll's bardic Naturalist ability gives everyone a +2 on attacks, AC, and saves vs Lowd's Ex, Su, and Sp abilities.
With his move action remaining, Zeoll
DM Sanity Info
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bardic Performance: 1 round
Bard spells: 1 used of 6 1st level 3 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save - unused 1 for a skill - used
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 0 charges used (45 total available)
Hero Points Used: 0 of 2.
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d4=2 ; d4=4 ; Friday June 22nd, 2012 10:04:19 AM
If Zeoll's naturalist is enough for Bosk to hit, great. If he needs just +1 more, he'll cast Timely Inspiration for the retroactive +1. If he needs more than +1, Zeoll will cast Gallant Inspiration for a +2d4, in this case, a retroactive +6.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells Friday June 22nd, 2012 10:09:01 AM
As Bosk feels one of his swings going he feels fate itself moving his towards greatness and is deeply inspired to take the assassin's head off. Somehow he knows this had to be Zeoll's work.
Sweet, Thanks to Zeoll!
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells Friday June 22nd, 2012 12:44:32 PM
ooc: Where is the Inn Keeper and what is he doing?
Jim: oh he's coming.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 56/62 d20+22=24 ; d20+9=10 ; d20+14=29 ; d3+9=11 ; Friday June 22nd, 2012 1:41:56 PM
Wyaar makes a heroic effort of lashing out at Lowd, but manages to slip in the mud and two of his attacks go wide. Aided by Haste however, he manages one more strike towards the assassin's kidney.
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-1 Str, +2 flanking, +4 smite, +2 bard thingy, +1 haste = +8 to hit over BAB
Attack 1 - Used (Wasted) Hero Point for +8 to hit for total of +22 = Miss AC 24 Attack 2 - Nat 1, miss Haste Attack - Hit AC 29, 11 damage
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:43/43 (Spells) - Haste: 4 rounds - Glitterdust: 3 rounds remain d20+14=27 ; Friday June 22nd, 2012 4:40:37 PM
Not quite in a panic just yet, Restlin hoofs it over to Zeoll, raises Lowd's sword above his head and drives it into the softened earth. Then he lets go of the accursed thing.
"Zeoll," he starts just low enough for the liontaur to hear over the weather & his performing, "we can't let him leave with this sword. It's too evil to be let loose in the Wold again." The wizard's usually unimpeachable irreverence, along with something less tangible, seems to have been sucked out of him.
***
Knowledge Arcana: 27. Is Restlin going to lose another two levels if he picks this up again?
Jim: probably and another will save
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 37/63 d20+12=30 ; d20+8=19 ; d20+8=15 ; Friday June 22nd, 2012 5:14:59 PM
Zane takes the hit from the thrown dagger, he easily shakes off the sleepiness effect. Zane takes a 5' step, to further surround Lowd (trying to give flanking) Throwing another flurry at the man, Zane's fists may look dangerous, but he still misses with both of his attacks.
Zane's AC is 27 +1 for haste so it's 28 for the round
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor, 3 hours Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 d20+11=25 ; d20+11=17 ; d6+2=3 ; d6+2=5 ; 4d6=11 ; 4d6=8 ; Friday June 22nd, 2012 8:41:48 PM
Beriothian moves into an available flanking position and does his best to stop Lowd. Hopefully they can put an end to this fight before any of the IA get hurt much worse.
Attack 1 = 25 damage 1=3 sneak attack damage = 11
attack 2 = 17 damage 2=5 sneak attack damage - 8
Heranmar Inn-- Outside 5 -- Jim C Saturday June 23rd, 2012 3:09:44 AM
Healing himself, Wyaar asseses the combat.
Urging himself on, Bosk drives his sword hard into Lowd's side, but only once--Zeoll's bard magic cannot reach him, nor can Bosk or the other seem to flank Lowd as he uncannily dodges all their attacks.
IUD -- no flank bonus, no sneak damage
Studying Lowd's weaknesses, Zeoll's bard magic helps both Wyaar and Beri, but not Zane or Bosk since they are outside his area of influence.
Zeoll is to the NW of Lowd and 30' away. Zane and Bosk are SE of Lowd, hence farther than 30' away. Also, you must choose either Timely Inspiration or Gallant Inspiration since each have the same requisite reaction of a failed attack, not by how much the attack fails by.
Trying as best he can, Wyaar fails to hit Lowd.
Running past the fray and up to Zeoll, Restlin drops Lowds sword point first into the ground (not enough actions left to drive it into the ground) and it sticks there quite easily.
Beri also tries to stab Lowd in the back, but no luck.
Seeing his sword nearby, Lowd crouches down and vanishes. He reappears right next to his sword, Restlin and Zeoll. "Hello boys, great weather we're having , huh?"
1 round by Monday night or sooner. Zane and Bosk cannot charge unless Wyaar and Beri get out of the way.
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) d20+14=23 ; d20+15=18 ; d4=1 ; d4=3 ; Saturday June 23rd, 2012 9:37:32 AM
OOC: So Zeoll did not use either inspirations last round, then, because of range?
Zeoll continue his performance as a free action -- +2 on AC, attacks, and saves, my friends!
Zeoll casts Grease on the Defensive. His concentration check is at +14 (+7 chr +7 CL). a 23 should be fine.
He casts the Grease on the area under Lowd. Even if he makes his save, he can only move half speed, and then only with a DC10 Acrobatics check. The save DC on the spell is Reflex DC18.
Then Zeoll uses a move action to pick up the sword. That provokes an AoO, of course ... Zeoll is AC24 vs Lowd. Presumably he has to make a will save: Zeoll rolls an 18! Sensing his failed roll, he immediately casts Gallant Inspiration, boosting his failed roll by 4 to 22!
He stands there, barely in control, hoping to survive as Lowd attacks.
DM Sanity Info
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bardic Performance: 2 rounds
Bard spells: 2 used of 6 1st level 4 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save - unused 1 for a skill - used
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 0 charges used (45 total available)
Hero Points Used: 0 of 2.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Saturday June 23rd, 2012 11:02:17 AM
ooc: Can Beri run into what will be a flanking position if Bosk and/or Zane charge, and hold of his physical attack until they are in place?
Jim: you cannot flank Lowd, I said that last round as he has improved uncanny dodge.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Saturday June 23rd, 2012 11:03:44 PM
ooc: Bosk, if you are waiting on me I am going to move for you. Just trying to figure out the details before I post, but letting you know so you don't have to wait on me.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells d20+3=6 ; Sunday June 24th, 2012 12:59:56 AM
Arcana roll =6
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:35/35 (Spells) - Haste: 2 rounds - Glitterdust: 5 rounds d20+5=22 ; Sunday June 24th, 2012 7:02:59 AM
The wizard's heart sinks as he sees the liontaur pick up the sword. He surely wasn't meaning to pass that burden on, but it seems that's what happened.
Restlin knows the Glitterdust spell is about to end & feels it will be the last time they lay eye on Lowd unless something happens. He carefully takes a 5' step away from Lowd if the shadowdancer is within melee range.
"Sorry about this, Zeoll." He mutters seconds after another glitterdust spell errupts around them.
***
Burning a hero point to recall glitterdust. Will save DC 16 to avoid blindness. Five rounds. Will save 22 - Restlin's not blinded.
Edit: Let me clarify the position of my glitterdust spell. If Zeoll was out of range for his bardic performance to reach Bosk, it should be possible for me to target glitterdust so that it only affects Zeoll, Lowd, and myself. At least that's what I'm gathering.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 56/62 d20+22=29 ; Sunday June 24th, 2012 8:15:12 AM
"Slippery devil... " Wyaar mutters as Lowd disappears and cast a quick glance around before spotting him by Restlin and Zeoll. He turns about and charges at the assassin, gracefully skidding on the Grease spot to perform a slid tackle at the assassin's legs.
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Acrobatics check to not fall in grease is DC 10. Acrobatics is 10 so cannot fail.
Charge Lowd, AC vs Lowd is 25 until nex t turn. Would like to position Wyaar to one of Lowd!s sides so that Bosk and Zane have a clear path still if possible
CMB calc: BAB +6 +4 smite -1 str +2 bard thingy +1 haste +8 Hero point +2 charge for 22
Trip attempt vs CMD 29
If successful that should lower Lowd's AC to 24 if we have figured his AC correctly
Zeoll (HP27 of 49, AC22, CMD17) Sunday June 24th, 2012 9:34:06 AM
Glitterdust should hit only Zeoll and Lowd after Lowd shadowjumped?
If Zeoll failed his save vs the sword's control, can Zeoll choose to deliberately fail the Glitterdust? Blind Zeoll may be a better carrier in that case!
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells Sunday June 24th, 2012 10:10:15 PM
Since Wyaar and Beri moved, it is now clear for Bosk to charge?
Yes, because of his 10' reach
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 d20+11=16 ; d20+11=24 ; Sunday June 24th, 2012 10:47:46 PM
Beriothian runs up Lowd and tries his best to strike the slippery devil but is unable to land a single blow.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells d20+23=35 ; d20+11=26 ; Monday June 25th, 2012 2:10:20 AM
Bosk curses as the Shadow Dancer disappears from right under his nose, Gargul's lidless eye! Fortunately it only takes the avenger a split second to spot the treacherous wretch. He had sworn to avenger the fallen kon, and nothing was was going to stand in his way. Never before had the eye of Gargul called upon so much of his power and reserve, but nothing was going to stand behind him and his revenge. Hackles raised he charges deftly through the mud as the pouring rain drenches his fur.and makes him look ever more like a rabid beast. Baring his teeth he once again flicks his sword in a deft circular motion as he attempts to disarm his opponent.
Actions --------------------- Charge Lowd Disarm check = 35 (If this exceeds his cmd by 10 or more both Lowds weapons are disarmed) Acrobatics check = 26 (to move through mud and grease if it is in the way) If Haste lets Bosk get an extra move in he will break his friends forever seal, allowing all players next turn to use the highest d20 rolled among them.
DM Sanity Info ------------------- In case it matters, Bosk has blind fighting
Jim: are you using another hero point for +23 CMB?
Zeoll (HP17 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) d20+15=16 ; d20+15=17 ; Monday June 25th, 2012 6:14:03 AM
Zeoll, Part Deux!
The moment he touches the sword, even before the item tries to control him, Zeoll gains two negative levels, with the corresponding penalty to saves. THEN he makes his will save against control! In that instance, he recalls his study earlier today of the way the wind swept through high branches, of the flight of birds, of the patterns of clouds in the sky! It was this to which his prophetic vision referred, and this moment for which his precognitive art had prepared him. With this Natural Divination to guide him, his saving throw becomes a 26, and he resists the mental attack without any need for inspiration, gallant or otherwise.
But his prophetic vision did not show him the Glitterdust spell that exploded next to him in a cloud of magical sparkles! Zeoll's save against that DC16 Will save is a roll of natural 1! Zeoll laughs like a demon and makes a heroic effort to resist ... [using a hero point to reroll] ... and his second try, a natural TWO, is enough to beat the spell. Zeoll wipes the magic dust from his eyes and looks around.
All this, of course, assumes that Zeoll survives the AoO provoked when he picked up the sword. Unless Lowd's mode of magical translocation prohibits him from taking any actions -- including AoOs -- until the start of his next turn?
DM Sanity Info
2 negative levels = -2 on attacks, CMB, CMD, saves, and skill and ability checks. Also -2 on caster level. HP are adjusted above.
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bardic Performance: 2 rounds Effect fighting Lowd: +2 to attack, +2 AC and saves
Bard spells: 2 used of 6 1st level 3 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save - used this round 1 for a skill - used
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 0 charges used (45 total available)
Hero Points Used: 1 of 2.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells Monday June 25th, 2012 9:32:54 AM
Yes, Bosk is using another Hero Point. Sorry, I thought I wrote that somewhere.
I forgot Lowd had two weapons. Bosk is going to disarm the strength sapping weapon, unless the roll is high enough to disarm both.
I rolled assuming Lowd was standing. Please add the appropiate bonus is Wyaard's trip was successful.
Heranmar Inn-- Outside 5 -- Jim C d20+15=25 ; d20+16=30 ; d4=4 ; d3=3 ; d20+16=25 ; d4=2 ; d3=2 ; Monday June 25th, 2012 3:10:39 PM
Waiting on Zane :)
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 37/63 d20+9=15 ; Monday June 25th, 2012 4:49:05 PM
Zane will run up and reach over whomever is in the way with one attack.
He misses with the punch he struck out with from behind ***** (fill in the blank with the name of medium sized character)
Zane's AC is 27 +1 for haste so it's 28 for the round
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor, 3 hours Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
Heranmar Inn-- Outside 6 -- Jim C Monday June 25th, 2012 5:43:23 PM
Continuing to inspire his companions, Zeoll casts Grease on the area in front of him to affect Lowd, but the man does not fall. Deciding it best that he pick up Lowds sword was probably not his brightest idea. Receiving a slash from Lowd for his troubles, Zeoll instantly felt diminished and painfully so upon grasping the assassins blade, then a contest of wills pursued and Zeoll barely comes out the victor.
Zeoll takes 9pts of damage and must make a DC14 Fort save or fall unconscious for 3 hours.
Zeoll must make another DC21 Will save if he does not drop the sword by the end of his turn.
After muttering an apology to his friend Zeoll, Restlin steps back away from Lowd and lets loose another Glitterdust which covers both Zeoll and Lowd. Both seem unblinded, but Lowd lets out an expletive now that he's covered in Glitterdust once again.
Sliding in for the save, Wyaar slams into Lowd's feet and drops him on his butt like a sack of potatoes, but not before Lowd stabs his wavy dagger into the paladins leg.
Wyaar takes 7pts of damage and must make a DC14 Fort save or fall unconscious for 2 hours.
Charging the assassin, Beri finds that he's much to agile to hit and misses with his attack.
Charging to the attack, Bosk reaches out with his bastard sword and flicks Lowd's wavy dagger away, much to the assassin's dismay.
Also charging in, Zane strikes down at Lowd, but only hits the mud as he twists away.
In that brief moment, he lays there, Lowd smiles and says, "Cya later," and vanishes.
Perception DC32 to Highlight to display spoiler: {If you make the DC32, PM or email me to know where he's at}
Remember, you're at -8 perception right now.
1 Round by Tuesday Night or sooner.
Zeoll (HP12 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) d20+14=19 ; d20+9=19 ; d20+15=33 ; d8+1=4 ; Monday June 25th, 2012 6:04:42 PM
Zeoll's hp total of 17 goes down to 8 after taking 9 damage! Ouch!
Zeoll's Fort Save is almost sure to keep him on his feet ... he only fails on a one, and he rolls a 19, no problem. No wait! That's a 17 with the negative level penalty, but still plenty good enough to save!
Zeoll's perception check, at -8, is a 19. Not enough to read that spoiler! And it's a 17, actually, with the neg level penalty.
Zeoll is not about to relinquish the sword. Lowd could be anywhere, and then he could pick it up. Will save to resist the sword's evil magic: a 33, or rather, a 31 with the negative level penalty.
Zeoll fights the sword, saying to it, "Tell me wherre Lowd is, Sworrd! I command you!"
He also taps himself with the CLW wand he has in his hand, curing 4 hp and bringing himself up to 12.
Zeoll also sings his bardic song as a free action to keep the bonus going.
DM Sanity Info
2 negative levels = -2 on attacks, CMB, CMD, saves, and skill and ability checks. Also -2 on caster level. HP are adjusted above.
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bardic Performance: 3 rounds Effect fighting Lowd: +2 to attack, +2 AC and saves
Bard spells: 2 used of 6 1st level 3 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save - used 1 for a skill - used
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 d20+13=21 ; d6=6 ; Monday June 25th, 2012 7:14:39 PM
Beriothian clears his mind and tries to live up the the hero he knows he is (spending hero point for +8 to roll). His eyes squint into the distance looking for any trace of Lowd escaping in the distance, or sneaking around to stab him in the back.
Perception = d20+13 (+ 8 - 8) =21 ; heroic = 6 (fail) ooc: Aid another would be nice about now... just saying
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 37/63 d20+3=15 ; Monday June 25th, 2012 7:51:20 PM
Zane tries to "Aid Another" while looking about.
Aid Another 15
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 37/63 d20+9=15 ; Monday June 25th, 2012 4:49:05 PM Zane will run up and reach over whomever is in the way with one attack.
He misses with the punch he struck out with from behind ***** (fill in the blank with the name of medium sized character)
Zane's AC is 27 +1 for haste so it's 28 for the round
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor, 3 hours Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells d20+7=10 ; Monday June 25th, 2012 9:44:59 PM
Perception = 10
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 32 of 64 Spells Monday June 25th, 2012 10:20:04 PM
Since there is not map, can you please tell us exactly how far Lowd moved from when he was between Bosk, Zane, and Wyaar to his new location by the sword.
Can you also describe the area we are in better. Is it wide open or is there something close by Lowd could be hiding behind to mask the effects of the glitter dust.
How far from the Inn are we?
Can we see the Inn Keeper?
Jim: 1.about 25'. 2. It is wide open, or I would have said there was something nearby. 3. add it up 4. he's coming right behind you. Since he is undead, he cannot run.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:35/35 (Spells) - Glitterdust: 4 rounds Tuesday June 26th, 2012 8:57:49 AM
"Hey! Witty banter during combat is my shtick!" the wizard screams into the night air.
"Bosk, once Zeoll's done interrogating that sword, we need to get it into your bag fast and make sure he doesn't get it back. It's got a non-detection aura on it, which is likely why none of our divinations worked. So long as he doesn't have it, we can still track him down.
"Unless we see him soon, we need to get moving. There's still a hurricane bearing down on us and I didn't survive this trip to the country so far only to drown."
The wizard will cast detect magic and scan 360 degrees around himself. He'll also offer any of his 4 CLW potions to anyone who needs it.
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OOC: Just roll and let me know if anyone's using one. Haste ends at the end of the round. He's still glitterdusted for now.
Zeoll (HP12 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) d20+18=32 ; Tuesday June 26th, 2012 1:20:44 PM
Zeoll adds, talking to the sword, "I've got an admantine pick in my backpack that wants to make yourr acquaintance rreal bad. He's not as smarrt as you, but you'll find his points rreal compelling. You got telepathy. You know Lowd. Tell us wherre he is now or you'll be scrrap metal for a set of magic horrseshoes in yourr next life!"
Bluff check 32!
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 56/62 d20=18 ; d20=12 Tuesday June 26th, 2012 4:51:30 PM
Wyaar easily ignores the poison and looks around for Lowd when he disappears. He readies faerie fire for if the assassin shows up. (faerie fire on Lowd as ready action Concentration check 24)
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells 3d8+15=29 ; Tuesday June 26th, 2012 5:34:15 PM
Seeing the assassin flee Bosk takes the opportunity to lay a hand on his holy symbol and says a short prayer to Gargul. Slowly his wounds begin to knit themselves back together and the flow of blood from his sides quickly stops. Quickly he bends down and picks up the the murder's disarmed weapon. Quietly he wonders how attached Lowd is to the sword he lost and imagines how upset he must be at the group for foiling his plans and killing his men...I wonder if detect victim would help locate him if he is hiding close by...
Actions --------------- Spontaneously Cast CSW instead of Speak with dead. Pick up wavy dagger
Zane Stormfront AC 25(27) CMD 23 HP 37/63 Tuesday June 26th, 2012 7:29:15 PM
Zane having looked around, "You're making a collection of Lowd's weapons? I still have one stuck in my arm, you want it or should I just hold onto it for now?"
Zane's AC is 27 +1 for haste so it's 28 for the round
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor, 3 hours Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
Haste ends at the end of this round I believe.
Heranmar Inn-- Outside 7 -- Jim C Tuesday June 26th, 2012 8:50:12 PM "How dare you speak to me in such a fashion, you mange ridden son of a dog," replied Lowd's sword. "Release me, for you are of no use to me, weak as you are." The sword seemed to grown hot, but maybe it was just Zeoll's imagination.
As the rest stood their ground in hopes of finding Lowd, none noticed until the water splashed up their calves that a wave of incoming water was rapidly heading their way, much larger than the 6" that just pushed some of them off balance momentarily. It was now becoming difficult to maintain one's footing in the slippery mud and the rushing water, but this event had a secondary benefit. Laying on the ground, where he was before, was an outline of Lowd's body, perfectly stationary--that is until the water began to push him to the southward. Sensing he had been found out, he quickly rose to his feet and made a break for it.
Perception -8
Difficult terrain in this entire area.
Perception DC12 to Highlight to display spoiler: {if you make your perception roll, everyone except Restlin may make two AoO's against Lowd. The first being at AC24, the second at AC28. No flank or sneak damage}
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 d20+13=33 ; d20+13=17 ; d20+13=23 ; d6+2=5 ; d6+2=5 ; Tuesday June 26th, 2012 9:12:34 PM
The man laying amongst the waves is instantly spotted by the rogue. Found him! Beri quickly thrusts his sword at Lowd, but even when fleeing this man is more slippery than an eel.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells d20+7=24 ; Tuesday June 26th, 2012 11:12:50 PM
Bosk also sees Lowd, and his mind races as he decides between his trusty bastard sword and the assassin's own strength sapping dagger.
Perception check = 24
ooc: Before I roll for my atk, can I get the stats for the dagger with the dc 24 fort save vs poison? Can you also tell us if the glitterdust spell is still lighting Lowd up, this may impact me decision to trip as opposed to deal damage. Not sure if it matters, but the board ate my previous perception check, which I also passed.
Jim: unless you want to sit there and study it with Spellcraft, no, besides, it's in Zeoll's hands right now. He is slightly glittery--hence the -40 to his stealth.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 56/62 d20+2=12 ; d20+16=21 ; d20+16=20 ; Tuesday June 26th, 2012 11:59:12 PM
Wyaar spots the rogue as well and tries to trip hm again, but likely fails, twice.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells Wednesday June 27th, 2012 12:10:12 AM
As Bosk prepares to attack Lowd he realizes that the sword spoke to Zeoll, the sword was sentient! Everything he learned in becoming an Eye of Gargul taught him that such items were an abomination and needed to be destroyed, but at the same time the thought of that power intrigued him. Surely it wouldn't hurt to use the sword to avenge the kon's death before destroying it...and if Lowd's death doesn't put the reverent at peace the sword would help me to kill the undead inn keeper or to more easily achieve his revenge. The cleric knew that reasoning with ones self was always the first step to giving in to temptation, but before him were a sword, assassin, and reverent that all needed destroying and both Heather and the undead were needing his assistance in getting their revenge. What would be the harm in making the sword his lowest priority, as long as it gone done eventually......deep within him he can feel his desires as an Avenger and as a Grim at war war with each other.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 56/62 d20=11 ; Wednesday June 27th, 2012 9:34:42 AM
When he spots Lowd, Wyar also drops faerie fire on top of him, outlining the assassin and himself in purple fire. He then moves after the assassin, trudging through the water to try and kick his feet out from under him again. (trip vs CMD 27)
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 d6=3 d6=4 d6=5 Wednesday June 27th, 2012 9:36:50 AM
Used hero point 3 of 4 to reroll trip. Faerie Fire round 2/6. Lowd should be -60 stealth now. AC vs Lowd is 27. Swift action to lay on hand to heal 12 HP
Zeoll (HP17 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) d20+7=27 ; d20+13=22 ; d20+10=30 ; d20+10=22 ; d8+10=12 ; d20+10=26 ; d8=4 ; Wednesday June 27th, 2012 10:03:05 AM
Zeoll's perception, usually a +15, gets +2 heroism -2 neg levels and -8 weather mods for a net +7. His roll is a nat 20 - 27, and he sees Lowd clearly. He takes his two swipes at the man, using the evil sword he is holding!
But what if the sword controls our hero? Zeoll rolls his will save. He usually has a +13, +2 heroism, -2 for negative levels. He has to get a 21. He takes a chance, knowing that he can rely on a hero point and his inspiration spells if he falls short. He rolls a 22, and continues to dominate the weapon!
Zeoll's BAB is +4, and he has a -1 size modifier. Although he is large, he uses medium size weapons, so there is no penalty for using inappropriately sized weapons. The weapon is +5. Add in -2 for negative levels +2 heroism +2 bard performance.
So with a total attack mod of +4-1+5-2+2+2 = +10, Zeoll rolls those AoOs: He rolls a natural 20! He follows up to confirm with a 22, not quite good enough! His damage is 1d8+5. OOPS Rolled 1d8+10 by accident. That's really 7 damage to Lowd, not 12.
For his next AoO, presumably at the start of the next round, Zeoll rolls again ... a 26, and a miss.
"Take that!" shouts Zeoll, to both sword and assassin. "Hair of the dog indeed!"
AoOs out of the way, for the new round Zeoll uses his wand for more curing (heals 5) and then takes a five foot step hoping to help flank. He maintains his bard performance, too.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:35/35 (Spells) - Glitterdust: 4 rounds d20-6=9 ; Wednesday June 27th, 2012 12:00:46 PM
Perception = 9 - Restlin shouts "where?!" and looks around but doesn't see what everyone's going on about.
***
Does Wyaar's spell make him visible to Restlin?
Jim: Yes
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 37/63 d20+3=20 ; d20+8=26 ; d20+8=27 ; 2d8+4=11 ; Wednesday June 27th, 2012 2:10:13 PM
Perception roll 20 (including the -8)
AoO #1 hit AC 26, Damage 11 AoO #2 miss, hit AC 27
Zane will charge Lowd, if possible that is. (lmk so I can make rolls) If Zane can't charge he will move to get in front of him, using a double move if needed.
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor, 3 hours Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
Zeoll (HP17 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) Wednesday June 27th, 2012 3:12:34 PM
Seeing that Zane came SOOO close to hitting Lowd, Zeoll immediately casts a Timely Inspiration (first level bard spell) to give him a retroactive +1. NOW he hits!
Woot!
Jim: Cayzle, you know your Timely Inspiration does not stack with Inspire Courage on attack rolls, right?
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:35/35 (Spells) - Glitterdust: 3 rounds - Haste: 5 rounds Wednesday June 27th, 2012 3:31:53 PM
Acting once again on pure instinct as the possibility of besting Lowd once again becomes very real, Restlin pops another haste spell out of no where and chases after the rogue.
***
Restlin is getting within 10' of Lowd, but staying out of melee range if he can avoid it.
Hero point spent recalling haste.
Very OOC: John, your email address is bouncing back email for me. Not sure about anyone else.
Heranmar Inn-- Outside 8 -- Jim C d8=2 ; Wednesday June 27th, 2012 3:50:20 PM
Making a break for it, Lowd bursts through the crowd getting slashed three times--once by his own sword! However his escape is shortened by Wyaar kicking his feet out again, and he goes tumbling back into the water. As the rest either heal themselves or cast spells to help the group, Lowd mutters, "Come on boots, do your thing" and he rises 15' into the air, where he is instantly caught by the storm winds and sent 80' to the South Southwest. Only Zane and Wyaar are within weapons reach when he is borne away on the wind.
Zane and Wyaar may take one AoO on Lowd, AC24
It is difficult terrain and visibility is poor, so each square of movement counts as 20', not 5'. Also, you cannot run or charge. Concentration rolls are required for spell casting and the DC is 15 + spell level.
You are approximately 240' from the inn.
Another bigger wave is coming.
1 round by Thursday night or sooner.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 d20=8 ; d3=2 ; Wednesday June 27th, 2012 4:07:38 PM
Wyaar punches Lowd in the side as he rises up. "By Maab's Smile, stay down" (AoO hit AC 24 for 7 damage)
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Wednesday June 27th, 2012 6:39:36 PM
With a stern admonishment from Wyaar, the paladin smites the evil that is Lowd, crushing his ribs deep into his lungs. The assassin's body flies free in the wind as the Innkeeper finally arrives on the scene. "By the gods, I'm free. So long have I been like this, it... it's finally over." Falling to one knee, the Revenant pulls free a small locked box from his corpse and hands it to Wyaar. "Thank you, thank you for freeing me." Laying down in the turbulent waters, the Innkeeper dies his final death--the source of his revenge finally dead after so many years.
As the group stands there, a 6' wave thunders into view and it's all they can do to save their lives as they are pummeled by the wave, lifted and pushed some 60' South.
You are somewhat closer to the inn now that the water has swept you away, but to survive and not drown, I need everyone to make 4 Swim rolls to make it back to the inn.
Zeoll (HP17 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) Wednesday June 27th, 2012 6:46:19 PM
Vs what swim DC, oh kindly DM Jim?
Jim: just make your rolls!
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 d20+3=5 ; d20+3=11 ; d20+3=7 ; d20+3=7 ; Wednesday June 27th, 2012 7:04:47 PM
Wyaar accepts the box and nods to the Innkeeper. "Rest in peace."
And then can't swim for crap. Swim 5 11 7 7
OOC: seriously? Four rolls, all less than 10, average less than 5?
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:35/35 (Spells) - Glitterdust: 3 rounds - Haste: 5 rounds d20=18 ; d20=10 ; d20=1 ; d20=3 ; Wednesday June 27th, 2012 7:15:43 PM
Restlin starts off strong, but it's not long before he tires out.
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swim: 18,10,1,3 Are we able to burn hero points to redo those bad rolls?
Jim: yes, you do not want a 1.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 37/63 d20+10=29 ; d20+10=19 ; d20+10=28 ; d20+10=15 ; Wednesday June 27th, 2012 8:12:23 PM
OOC: Lowd is dead, right? If not, Zane will of course attack away, and none of zane's attacks had bonus' except for the haste, so the bard's would stack.
Zane being well trained in swimming will assist those who don't swim so well.
Swim rolls 29,19,28,15
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor, 3 hours Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday June 27th, 2012 9:06:27 PM
ooc: What check would I need to make to loot the body?
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday June 27th, 2012 9:12:11 PM
ooc: n/m, at 80ft a turn I'm guessing I can't catch up to the flying corpse.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday June 27th, 2012 9:53:13 PM
Beriothian thanks Wold that during his time at the WLA he became a trained swimmer. He takes a moment to evaluate just how rough the water is right now before starting to swim towards the inn.
ooc: Assuming the water is rough (i.e. a dc of 15) Beri will take 10 on his swim checks. If it is greater than 16 I will make the rolls later.
Jim: Stormy weather, stormy water. Make your rolls :)
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells d20+6=19 ; d20+6=16 ; d20+6=7 ; d20+6=12 ; d20+6=24 ; d20+6=26 ; Wednesday June 27th, 2012 9:55:21 PM
ooc: Is Lowd dead and that why the reverent died?
Bosk quickly pulls out the rope hanging on the outside of his bag tells everyone to grab on or to wrap it around themselves so they don't get separated. Although he is not the best swimmer, he does his best to stay afloat.
Swim checks = 19, 16, 12, 24, 26 nat 1 rerolled with hero point
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:35/35 (Spells) - Glitterdust: 3 rounds - Haste: 5 rounds d20=16 ; Thursday June 28th, 2012 9:44:49 AM
Restlin feels himself being pulled down and can't help but think this isn't a fitting way to die after surviving minotaur barbarians and a shadowdancer. He kicks himself back to the surface as best he can and, not quite panicked, looks for some assistance.
Burn a hero point to reroll that 1 - Result: 16
If he sees Bosk's rope or Zane trying to help out the less physical among the Iron Adventurers, he will surely accept the help.
Zeoll (HP17 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) d20=4 ; d20=17 ; d20=20 ; d20=18 ; d4=1 ; d4=1 ; Thursday June 28th, 2012 9:55:03 AM
Zeoll's rolls.
Base 1d20 +0 str +2 heroism -2 neg levels = 1d20.
Rolls: 4, 17, 20, 18
Zeoll still has a Gallant Inspiration to use on the 4. If needed, add 2d4 to that roll ... +2 = 6 LOL! If still needed, retroactive +4 from Zeoll's last hero point brings him to 10.
Zeoll (HP17 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) d20=11 ; Thursday June 28th, 2012 12:56:41 PM
Oh wait! Zeoll has a racial -2 on all swim checks! So in that case, he'll use his hero point for a reroll instead of a retroactive +4 ... new roll ... using last hero point ... an 11! That includes the -2 race and the +2 gallant inspire.
Zeoll's final four rolls: 11, 15, 18, 16
That includes using his last gallant inspiration and his last hero point!
Oh, and either holding onto that sword or putting it in his belt or putting it in someone's bag of holding -- not Zeoll's!
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Thursday June 28th, 2012 5:22:22 PM
Swimming for their lives, the Iron Adventurers battle against the currents and some fail--most notably Wyaar and Zeoll, who both go underwater and out of sight. The rest make no headway against the incoming deluge except for Zane and Beri. But Beri's efforts are shortlived as he joins Wyaar, Zeoll and now Restlin under the surface of the turbulent waters pushing everyone Southward.
Through skill and luck, most in the group find themselves nearing the walls of the inn, where the waters have formed an eddy of crosscurrents pulling them closer to the inn walls and making it easier to fight against incoming waves. Everyone but Wyaar manages to circle around the inns walls and make the final push for the inn itself and grabbing onto the porch columns before they possibly collapse, except for Restlin who gets sucked under approximately 30' from the inn and Wyaar who finally surfaces but is more than 90' away from the inn to the Southwest. If they are to be rescued, the time is now.
Wyaar will have to make 3 swim rolls, DC15 to make it back to the inn. Anyone trying to rescue him will have to make 3 DC10 swim rolls to get to him, then 3 DC10 Aid another rolls, then 3 DC15 swim rolls to get back.
Restlin needs to make 1 swim roll, DC15 to make it back to the inn. Anyone trying to rescue him will have to make 1 DC10 swim roll to get to him, then 1 DC10 Aid another roll, then 1 DC15 swim roll to get back.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 37/63 d20-10=-1 ; d20+10=28 ; d20+10=26 ; d20+10=25 ; Thursday June 28th, 2012 5:50:02 PM
Zane dives back in to help Wyaar. (rolled a -10 ten so rerolled it) With +10 skill, Zane automatically passes the 3 swim checks as well as the the 3 aid another checks. With great skill, Zane swims back to the Inn with Wyaar and deposits him on the porch. "Who else isn't here?"" Zane's robes are plastered to his very muscular chest, he almost looks at home in the water, almost like he was born to be near the water.
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor, 3 hours Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
OOC: I got Wyaar, someone else grab Restlin
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:35/35 (Spells) - Glitterdust: 3 rounds - Haste: 5 rounds d20+8=28 ; Thursday June 28th, 2012 6:16:50 PM
Restlin is determined not to die! Kicking from the depths he had sunk to, the wizard practically leaps from the water into the inn.
NOT TODAY, OCEAN! he shouts to no one in particular before looking around. We all ok? Everyone here?
***
Burned a hero point for a +8 then rolled a natural 20.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Thursday June 28th, 2012 8:04:31 PM
Beri turns around and notices two of his group are missing. I think if I'm careful and don't panic I should be able to get to Wyarr.
Beriothian will take 10 on all 9 rolls to save Wyarr
Zeoll (HP17 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) Thursday June 28th, 2012 8:36:20 PM
Zeoll clings to the inn, ready to cast Timely Inspiration if it will work ... but it seems that his friends are okay.
When everyone is together, he calls for a bag of holding in which to place the evil sword.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 3d6=14 ; Thursday June 28th, 2012 8:40:07 PM
wyaar coughs up some muddy seawater after Zane dumps him on the Inn. «thank you, my tauric friend. i am afraid the shadow weakened me more than I thought » and he willthen rise to soggy feet and lay hands on Zeoll for 14 HP
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Thursday June 28th, 2012 9:18:02 PM
The water is quickly rising; the outer wall that protects the inn looks to be holding fast, but since there is no gate, the water is rushing in. Soon the first floor will be flooded, only leaving you the upper floor and maybe then the roof to take refuge. Better hurry inside before you're swept away.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:35/35 (Spells) d20+2=4 ; Friday June 29th, 2012 8:51:18 AM
Seeing everyone safe, the wizard tears into the inn and up the stairs. He'll start looking for a safe way up to the roof in case the flood waters reach high enough to take out the second floor.
"That wall may not keep the water out, but hopefully it will at least break the waves and currents enough to stop them from tearing this place apart."
He fetches the length of rope he left here just before they chased down Lowd. "I have rope if anyone needs it. Maybe we should tie ourselves to each other just in case someone scrawny needs to get saved by a minotaur or something."
***
Perception to find a good way to the roof: 4. Hopefully it's obvious.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) d20+4=17 ; Friday June 29th, 2012 10:34:15 AM
"Wait!" the wizard shouts. "Why didn't I think of this before? I can use this," he points to a small gold ring (ooc: bonded object), "to cast rope trick. We can ride out about 5 hours of this storm in there."
Restlin thinks for a bit. "Think this storm will be gone in five hours?"
***
General knowledge check is 17. Knowledge geography brings that to a 28, local a 29 if that matters.
Here's how I'd like this to work. The rope can go up to 30' in the air from where I cast it. Ideally, it would be from the 2nd floor through the roof somehow to avoid having to cast it in a hurricane. Once it's cast, it takes 16,000 pounds to pull it free, so we should be fine there. We can use Bosk's rope to tie ourselves together, then have the minotaurs go first, followed by the humans/elves, followed by Zeoll who may need to be pulled up...I don't know. Can a liontaur climb a rope?
If the rope trick portal ends up being below the flood waters, there's nothing to stop them from rushing in and drowning us anyway, so we'll need to aim high.
Zeoll (HP17 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) Friday June 29th, 2012 11:10:15 AM
Zeoll grins like a fool! "Hey, that's five hourrs of being drry! I love it!"
He eagerly awaits the magic that his pal Restlin will soon produce.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 37/63 d20+11=23 ; Friday June 29th, 2012 12:28:41 PM
With there having been Minotaurs on the roof of this place, it must be at least somewhat solid, Zane will go up the outside to the roof. Once there he'll look for a way down to the inside, if he can't find one, he guess' he'll have to make one so that the magic from Restlin can reach out into the air.
Climb 23
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor, 3 hours Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Friday June 29th, 2012 2:40:37 PM
Searching one of the North facing rooms, it's painfully obvious there is a hole in the roof as big as a minotaur as the wind whips through it and tears at the room.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) d20-2=10 ; d20-2=2 ; d20-2=16 ; d20-2=4 ; d20-2=3 ; Friday June 29th, 2012 2:55:28 PM
"Look at that, a hole big enough for a minotaur," Restlin muses as he discovers the hole.
Once every one who wants to be tied together does so, Restlin will cast rope trick through the hole in the roof. He'll let the best climbers go first before heading up himself.
***
PRD shows climb DC for a rope trick rope to be 5, but of course that's not my call to make. The rope is 50' long, so it will climb to 30', then stop. Restlin has no non-dimensional items, and will wait for those who do to handle them. He trusts the Iron Adventurers won't be dragging their feet with this task.
A Climb check that fails by 4 or less means that you make no progress, and one that fails by 5 or more means that you fall from whatever height you have already attained.
I'm rolling 5 climb checks now to get things moving: 10,2,16,4,3
Zeoll (HP17 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) d10=3 ; d10=6 ; d10=10 ; d20=15 ; Friday June 29th, 2012 3:30:58 PM
Zeoll definitely tries his best to climb up that rope! Note that the longest length of rope allowed, per the spell, is 30 ft long. He'll take 10 if he can ... if not ...
Climb checks at +2 heroism and -2 neg levels: a 3, a 6, and a 10! If the 3 is not high enough and Zeoll can try again, he will. a 15.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 d20+3=14 ; Friday June 29th, 2012 5:50:14 PM
Wyaar will climb up the rope last, but climb he does (climb 14)
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells d20+4=8 ; d20+4=7 ; d20+4=5 ; d20+4=15 ; d20+4=19 ; Friday June 29th, 2012 6:07:33 PM
If in the course of checking the Inn Bosk spots the minotaur the reverent was fighting Bosk will grab it's weapon and anything else he can easily quickly and easily.
Shaking the rain from his fur off a bit, the cleric listens and loves Restlin's idea. You know that bags of holding don't function within that spell right? I suggest we take out anything we need before we climb up the rope, and that that Zeoll places that sword in one so that we don't have to worry about it while we are in there.
The horned cleric quickly pulls two foil wrapped balls, booze, and some trail rations out of his bag before climbing up the rope. (The balls are from the G.G. and can cast Water Breathing.)
Climb Checks = 8, 7, 5, 15, 19 (I rolled a few in case it takes a few tries)
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 37/63 d20+10=12 ; d20+10=11 ; d20+10=28 ; d20+10=23 ; d20+10=26 ; Friday June 29th, 2012 6:35:40 PM
Zane pulls out a very large pewter tankard and a bundle (iron rations), He's not hungry right now, but he just might become hungry before they leave the magical hidey hole. He tucks the food and tankard inside his robe and will climb up, helping others who arn't quite so good at climbing.
Climb skill is +10 so.....
12,11,28,23,26
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
Mage Armor, 3 hours Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 d20+5=22 ; Friday June 29th, 2012 7:38:46 PM What exactly are we planning on doing with the bags of holding while we are gone? Beriothian quickly assesses the second floor of the building to find a location to store the bag of holding where it will be out of view and will not get blown/washed away. Beri removes his bed roll and a tin of fudge from his bag of holding intending on getting some rest over the next 5 hours, and also removes a fur lined bag. Here, wrap that weapon in this before placing it in the bag of holding, I'd rather not risk contact with that thing. knowledge (architecture)=22 (to store bag of holding)
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Friday June 29th, 2012 8:36:10 PM The bag of holding can go in the Rope Trick, it just won't work while in there.
Saving the day, or at least a very wet five hours, Restlin casts his spell and the group eventually all climb in.
Hours pass as the storm rages on and slowly recedes from the area. Nearing the end of the spell, a quick check shows that the inn is gone, yet the walls still remain. All that remains of the inn is some debris--even the roof itself is missing. It is 30' down to the foundation of the inn, covered in sharp, possibly dangerous splintered beams, etc.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) d20+11=31 ; Friday June 29th, 2012 11:38:40 PM
Restlin prestidigitizes the water off the Iron Adventurers (and Wyaar), then scoots it out the hole. He unfurls his bedroll next to the newcomer, plops himself on his butt and slaps Wyaar on the back. "I bet you thought you were just in for a quiet trip to Heranmar, didn't you? Well, this is a far cry from our tower back in Hook City, but it'll do in a pinch. If you're not doing anything with the rest of your life, you've more than proven your worth if you'd care to stick around and share some adventures."
He turns to Zeoll, pulling a small atomizer of cologne out and spraying himself. Though he dowses himself in the stuff, there's no scent, but he seems much relieved after (cologne of long-suffering - 8 hours of freedom from the smell of taurs in close quarters - Restlin does not share this information). "Zeoll! Tell him about our lost fortune..."
time passes!
Looking down below and seeing the coast clear, he announces it's time to go before the spell ends and they dash themselves on the remains of the inn below. He leaps from the hole, falls briefly, and begins to float down (ring of feather fall). He keeps a hand on the rope, remembering Bosk's trip over the wall.
Landing, he'll look for the remains of Alexi and Yondrim.
***
Perception: 20 (ignore the +11 - total error)
Zeoll (HP17 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) Saturday June 30th, 2012 12:08:59 AM
"Meh," says Zeoll philosophically. "You lose one forrtune, you've lost them all."
He holds out his hand to greet Wyaar formally. "I'm Zeoll."
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 37/63 d20+10=23 ; d20+10=19 ; d20+10=29 ; d20+5=14 ; Saturday June 30th, 2012 12:46:07 AM
After the storm passes, Zane looks out the opening. "I'd say we have a bit of a problem, But I think I can take care of it. Let me head out first and give me a minute before you follow. I'll need to extend the the rope some and get down and to a side before you all just slide down." With that, Zane slips out and onto the rope, sliding down about 15 feet, he pulls the bottom of the rope up, reaching to his back, he asks for his rope and then reaches into the haversack. Grasping it he pulls it out and ties the ends of the two ropes together, extending it another 100'. He then will lower himself down to a point where he can swing to the edge of the former Inn's foundation. Once there, he will make his way to the open gates of the Inn and tie the rope off. "All right, slide down slowly. Don't be in a rush." He calls up to his friends.
Climb rolls 23,19,29 Seaman roll to tie knot 14
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
**Mage Armor, 3 hours **Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
** expired spells (so I don't need to retype when cast again)
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 d20+3=6 ; d3=3 ; d20+3=15 ; d20+3=7 ; Saturday June 30th, 2012 10:51:49 AM
Wyaar listens intently to the bard's retelling of the groups adventures, highs and lows.. Or at least the parts he is willing to share. Afterwards he fills in his own tale of adventure in the service of Maab and lately her consort. Time passes...
Once Zane secures the rope he slides down to the soggy ground. "it is a good thing we did not stay in the Inn.". While moving down the rope and at the elevated height he looks towards the city to survey any obvious damage there.
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Saturday June 30th, 2012 1:51:25 PM
Having made it down the rope without any injuries, the group finds themselves surrounded in debris--mostly from the inn. Far off in the distance, about a mile South against the treeline, the roof of the inn can be seen still intact resting against the side of several trees. To the Northwest, the town of Heranmar has it's front gates wide open, people are coming in and out and the rising smoke from several interior fires that have been doused are apparent.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 37/63 Saturday June 30th, 2012 3:20:56 PM
Zane collects his rope, coils it and replaces it in his haversack. "Well, we found and eliminated Lowd, but now we may as well head into Heranmar. We ain't getting back home from out here. Do we look at at least presentable? I'd hate to give the townsfolk the wrong impression while we are still headed towards them. If anyone can do a little healing it'd be appreciated, at least enough to scab it over would help."
Zane's Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
**Mage Armor, 3 hours **Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
** expired spells (so I don't need to retype when cast again)
Zeoll (HP17 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) Saturday June 30th, 2012 4:39:17 PM
Zeoll looks at the ruins of the inn in dismay. Lowd is dead. The revenant is no more. The inn is destroyed. How will they learn about what happened to Heather, and why?
The sword knows all the answers. But how to convince the magical item to tell them. And how to know whether it is even truthful? Zeoll shares his worries with his friends on the way to Heranmar.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells Saturday June 30th, 2012 4:46:49 PM
ooc: Do we know if Lowd is dead or alive?
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Saturday June 30th, 2012 7:33:39 PM "Dealing with that sword again means letting it suck more life out of us and risk losing control to it. Not worth it."
Restlin nudges Wyaar with his elbow. "There is that present the revenant gave you. Far be it from us to deny you your prize, but if it contains an answer as to why we went through all this we'd sure appreciate a peek at what it is."
***
Did Restlin find Alexi's or Yondrim's bodies?
Jim: I do believe both of those bodies were incinerated with Vera.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 d20+10=27 ; 3d6=10 ; Sunday July 1st, 2012 8:47:04 AM
At Restlin's nudge, Wyaar nods, "I hadn't forgotten about that.. just was wary to open it in a small confined space. Could contain a hive of angry bees for all we know... or perhaps my dealings with the Fey make me cautious of gifts. But it is not my prize, I did not take down the assasin myself, only landed the final blow." He gives shrug and pulls out the box and gives it a look over for traps (Perception 27) and will then open it. Or if locked, hand it over to Beri.
"Has anyone spotted any sign of the assassin? I am fairly sure he was dead when the wind took him, but without a body we cannot be sure."
And he'll head towards the walled town with the others, ready to offer assistance as needed as well as applying his hands to Zane for a little healing (Lay on Hands for 10 HP, 1 left)
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Sunday July 1st, 2012 3:06:47 PM
The small ornate box has no lock on it, only a small circular depression with a rune in the center on it's front face--it is about the diameter of a copper piece, or a locket.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells Sunday July 1st, 2012 6:27:24 PM
Deciding to worry about Lowd's state of life later, Bosk joins the others and watches as the box is examined. Seeing the strange rune, Bosk wonders if perhaps that had something to do with what the assassin was looking for and why he had slashed the painting at one of the murder scenes.
Bosk will take the paintings out of his BOH one at a time and examine them thoroughly for anything unusual.
Take 20 on searching / examining the paintings.
Jim: which paintings and from where?
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells Sunday July 1st, 2012 9:28:31 PM
From the storage locker.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Sunday July 1st, 2012 9:35:41 PM
ooc: apparently it's not related :P
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Sunday July 1st, 2012 9:46:23 PM
After carefully inspecting the various paintings, Bosk is stuck on the one with Heather Brody and child, Lowd and the other gentleman that in someways resembles the Revenant--but that is hard to say since the Revenant was quite decrepit looking. In that paricular painting, Heather is wearing a locket with a single rune upon it's face that is identical to the rune on the box given to Wyaar by the Revenant.
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Sunday July 1st, 2012 10:37:04 PM Hey guys, right now we're at 6 players and I really like the level of attention everyone is giving to the game, it's absolutely fantastic! It's been suggested to me that we should have 8 players, and I'm not adverse to that. So if you know anyone who wants to play, or can post an ad somewhere extolling the virtues of our game and that we're looking for two more players, then please do so. Thanks!
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 37/63 Monday July 2nd, 2012 12:44:00 AM
Benn trying to get an "old" friend involved for over a year..... gonna try 1 last time over the fourth.
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells Monday July 2nd, 2012 1:25:23 AM
ooc: I sent out a few emails and am recruiting on Piazo and PBEM.com
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Monday July 2nd, 2012 8:06:42 AM Heather's throat was slashed. I doubt Lowd would go through all the trouble of coming after her and not take the amulet if she still had it. Maybe we camp out and see if his body washes up on shore, or maybe it already has. Does anyone have any divination magic to help out?
Zeoll (HP17 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) Monday July 2nd, 2012 8:51:12 AM
Zeoll says, "It's been a long day. Give me a night to sleep on it, and we'll see if I can divine a clue by morrning."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Monday July 2nd, 2012 9:59:26 AM My body is still really sore, I definitely could go for another 3 hours sleep. Still, we may have more pressing issues to attend to. ooc: what time is it? Do we still have a few hours until daylight?
Bosk AC: 26/14/23 (+1 added for Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells Monday July 2nd, 2012 12:29:02 PM Who is carrying the group's CLW wands? It would be wise to patch ourselves up a bit before we run into any more trouble. As for Lowd, given the strenth of tbe storm, I would be shocked if we could find him without some magical aid.
Perhaps Heather's family can help us locate the locket? From what I remember, Heather never wore a locket, only her Holy Symbol...perhaps she gave it to them for safe keeping?
Zeoll (HP26 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) d8=4 ; d8=3 ; d8=6 ; d8=1 ; d8=8 ; d8=8 ; Monday July 2nd, 2012 2:54:35 PM
Cures! Cures! Cures!
2 for Zeoll (5+4), 2 for Zane (7+9), and 1 for Bosk (9).
More?
Also, Zeoll tries to remember some detail on the lucky charm rune. Then he recalls that he cannot read. Oh well. "I got nothing," the illiterate wemic says. "Looks like a letterr of some alphabet, maybe."
DM Sanity Info
2 negative levels = -2 on attacks, CMB, CMD, saves, and skill and ability checks. Also -2 on caster level. HP are adjusted above.
Active spells: Heroism, Honeyed Tongue
Cradled spells prepped: lvl 0 - Call Animal, Charm Animal, Speak with Animal lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Honeyed Tongue x2; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Hold Person, SFF2, Divination; Memory Lapse
Bardic Performance: 3 rounds
Bard spells: 2 used of 6 1st level 3 used of 4 2nd level
Natural Divination prepped: 1 for a save - used 1 for a skill - used
Memory Subdomain rerolls: used 2 of 9
CLW wand: 6 charges used (45 total available)
Hero Points Used: 1 of 2.
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Monday July 2nd, 2012 3:09:12 PM
It is very early morning. Is the plan still to go to Heranmar?
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday July 2nd, 2012 5:02:54 PM
ooc: After the Pathfinder conversion, 1 rank allows you to both speak and read / write a language. If you speak it, you can read it.
Zeoll is no longer illiterate...unless you are illiterate for some other reason.
Illiterate: You cannot read. You may not make use any written materials, such as tomes, spell books, and scrolls. You fail any Linguistics checks that rely on reading and writing. However, you have a good head for spoken languages and a commanding voice. You learn two languages for each rank you place in Linguistics, and the save DCs against your language dependent effects is increased by one. This ability replaces the "Dyslexic" racial ability.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 Monday July 2nd, 2012 5:43:31 PM
OOC: Liontaurs start that way.
BIC:
Zane thanks those that healed him, "I still think we better go and say at least hello at the village, I'm sure they've noticed us, as well as saw us fighting with Lowd. If I were them, I'd be worried about a small group, of obvious near-do-wells camping just outside their town. So I still vote that we should go say at least hi."
Zane's Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
**Mage Armor, 3 hours **Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
** expired spells (so I don't need to retype when cast again)
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday July 2nd, 2012 5:56:13 PM I agree. Besides, we may be able to get some more information in town or for find a quicker back to Hook while we are there.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Monday July 2nd, 2012 6:42:06 PM
"...and if we could visit some priests while we were there to get back what that sword took from Zeoll and I, I bet their prices would be lower than any we could find in Hook City. We may even get away without filling out an Intent to Restore Vital Life Essence form in triplicate.
"Plus, I need a bed and a good drink. Heranmar it is!"
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday July 2nd, 2012 6:58:18 PM
ooc: Did we have time to regain our spells while in the rope trick? If so, I know and planned to prepare restoration. If not, I will prepare it in an hour.
Jim: no, it hasn't been a full day yet, several hours to go.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 d20+10=28 ; Monday July 2nd, 2012 9:27:33 PM I've developed a skillful tongue over the last century or so, perhaps I can make some sense of that rune. The elf takes the box and carefully examines the rune. He tries to use his knowledge of linguistics to decipher the meaning, or at the very least the origins of the rune.
known languages: Common, Draconic, Elven, Gnome, Halfling, Orc, Sylvan, Tauric, Undercommon Linguistics=d20+10=28 (why can't my combat rolls be that good?)
Heranmar Inn -- Jim C Monday July 2nd, 2012 10:04:05 PM
Looking at the rune carefully, it's nothing that Beri recognizes. If he had a magnifying glass it may help, then again he's of the opinion that it's not a magical rune, but perhaps a set of intials?
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Monday July 2nd, 2012 10:28:26 PM Zeoll, I think I see something here, can I borrow your lens of detection for a moment I need to magnify this?
ooc: from the description I believe this is a magic magnifying glass
Zeoll (HP26 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) Tuesday July 3rd, 2012 3:04:23 AM
Sure, Zeoll is always willing to share!
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 Tuesday July 3rd, 2012 8:18:48 AM
Wyaar nods to Zane, "They may need our help as well."
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday July 3rd, 2012 3:35:35 PM Sounds good to me.
As the group waits Bosk will cast detect magic to check for enemies, dropped equiptment, and to see if the box is magically locked or if the lock could be picked.
Heranmar -- Jim C Tuesday July 3rd, 2012 4:22:56 PM
As the group continues to walk toward Heranmar, the box is examined some more and found to be non-magical--or at least it doesn't radiate any magic. There is no lock or any other means of opening the box as it has no signs of a lid, etc... it seems solid except for the locket-sized depression. The rune in the depression upon careful examination looks to be three initials: HBI (note it is common for the initial of the last name to be in the center), with the B being larger than the rest.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Tuesday July 3rd, 2012 4:48:40 PM "Unless someone pocketed Heather's locket last time we were together, we'll likely have to divine the location of it.
"We should probably also see if we can use the gift The Edge gave to us to see if we can speak with her now. After going through all the trouble, hopefully she'll be less obtuse than usual."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Tuesday July 3rd, 2012 10:00:53 PM I don't think it was Heather not wanting to help us,my guess is it was an outside force.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Tuesday July 3rd, 2012 10:26:48 PM
"No, I'm talking about Heather being obtuse when she was alive. I have no doubt she'd want to help us find this Lowd fellah if she were able to speak with us."
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 Wednesday July 4th, 2012 9:59:48 AM
Wyaar will also detect evil on the box... Never know.
Jim: no evil.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday July 4th, 2012 11:38:43 PM So, do we want to heal a little and then head to town?
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 Thursday July 5th, 2012 5:30:32 AM "May I make a suggestion, the longer we stand around talking about it, the more mistrustful I'd be if I were the guard over there watching us. Heal a bit as we walk along if you can. I'm gonna start heading to the gates, follow along if you want."
Zane's Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
**Mage Armor, 3 hours **Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
** expired spells (so I don't need to retype when cast again)
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 Thursday July 5th, 2012 11:59:20 AM
Wyaar thought we already were heading there... But goes along.
Zeoll (HP33 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) d8=6 ; Thursday July 5th, 2012 12:33:23 PM
Zeoll continues to walk with the group toward Heranmar, and taps himself again with the cure wand ... 7.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday July 5th, 2012 1:39:54 PM
Bosk would have liked the group to rest up a bit more and to leave after they prepared new spells for the day, but he goes with the group without complaining.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 Thursday July 5th, 2012 2:08:13 PM
it's only about 5 hours after we left, at least that's the time I understood had passed, so we'd need to rest most of a day within view of the town.
Heranmar -- Jim C Thursday July 5th, 2012 3:46:28 PM
As the group approaches the gates to Heranmar, many survivors of the storm are coming in and out of the opened gates--even though it is early morning. Their reasons are many, but mostly because they either have no home, or are going out to the farmlands to see if their relatives are still alive. The gate guards are so busy in directing the flow of traffic they take little notice of the group and concentrate more on making way for the exiting carts filled with the dead bodies of those that were killed in the storm.
Inside the fist level of the city seems to be destroyed, nothing but debris remains. On the upper levels, higher on the bluff, there is wind damaged structures, but most are in tact. All inns in this area are fully occupied--maybe something higher up has an occupancy?
Where too guys?
Zeoll (HP33 of 39, AC22, 24 vs Lowd with Bard Performance, CMD15) d20+23=40 ; Thursday July 5th, 2012 4:01:22 PM
Well, with everything in confusion ... people milling about ... the area in turmoil ... well, Zeoll is in his element!
The liontaur uses his Pearl of Power to recall the Honeyed Tongue spell that has recently expired, and then casts it to give his Gather Info check a +5.
Zeoll spends the next 1d4 hours working the crowd, the guards, the people he meets. He is looking for anyone who knows about Heather, the way she died, the old broken down inn, Lowd or a fellow matching his description, etc. His Diplomacy check to gather info is a base 20 +5 spell -2 negative levels. Zeoll hopes and invites his friends to come along. He rolls a 40 to gather info!
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) d20-1=19 ; Thursday July 5th, 2012 4:57:34 PM
Restlin is happy to tag along with Zeoll, telling jokes and showing some spirit despite the destruction.
***
Gather information aid another - 19 (nat 20)
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday July 5th, 2012 5:35:15 PM Looks like the town suffered a bit of damage in the storm as well. I suggest we stick together, just in case Lowd has a few minions hanging out and waiting for us.
Not having Zeoll's gift for gathering information, Bosk instead keeps an eye out for citizens injured in the storm and offers his assistance to those most in need.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 Thursday July 5th, 2012 9:27:32 PM
staying with the group Wyaar will also offer help to any he caan and perform whatever tasks he can to assist the townsfolk.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 d20+13=23 ; Thursday July 5th, 2012 9:46:29 PM We should probably make our way to the second level as we gather information, otherwise me may miss our chance to get a room for the night. With Zeoll doing a far better job comforting and interacting with the locals than Beri ever could the rogue scans the ruined buildings looking for trapped villagers that may need to be rescued.
Perception = 13
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 Friday July 6th, 2012 12:00:34 PM
Zane will travel with the group, but will also insist lending his strength if it's needed to move anything during the clean up. The hoof of his robe is down and the very top edge of the tattoo on his back is barely showing.
Zane's Spell Info:
Level----- 0 1 Available- * 5 Cast------ * 3
(*= unlimited)
Zane's Spells in effect:
**Mage Armor, 3 hours **Shield, 3 minutes
Claws & Bite uses: 4 of 4 used per day
** expired spells (so I don't need to retype when cast again)
Heranmar -- Jim C Friday July 6th, 2012 5:22:56 PM
As the group moves through the devastation, much help is needed and they being good souls, help where possible. Many dead bodies need carting off and many more living ones need healing to avoid dying. The group helps where it can and after several hours they are tired and famished working through the early morning--the groups healing spells are also depleted as the cries for help and the suffering that is so abundant cannot be turned away.
One individual is of particular help to Zeoll as he helps and gathers information from the citizens of Heranmar. An elderly lady who seems to have lost everything stoically sits amid the rubble of her house and when Zeoll asks her if she knew anything about the Heranmar Inn, she relates what she knows. "Ah yes, the Heranmar Inn. It's been a long time since that place was in business, more than 20 years I would think. It used to be owned by Harrold Brody and his wife, Heather--before they were killed by Harrolds best friend, Lowd Ojal, in a fit of jealously. Poor things, just had a baby too."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Saturday July 7th, 2012 1:01:33 AM
Restlin looks on incredulously. "What? Jealousy? Did we go through all this because of some love triangle?"
He turns to the other Iron Adventurers, his voice lower. "Zeoll, find out more. I'm going to be really angry if we lost two friends last night because of something that petty."
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 Saturday July 7th, 2012 8:58:00 AM
"and what happened to the baby."Wyaar adds in.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 Saturday July 7th, 2012 1:07:25 PM "It almost makes sense. The revenant was probably Harrold, And since both husband and wife were killed by Lowd, he was obviously looking for the Box, there is something in there he wanted desperately. I also imaging the baby girl was also named Heather Brody, that would tie things up neatly, but we still need to get that box opened up."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Sunday July 8th, 2012 10:32:51 PM Excuse me mam, but do you happen to know any of the Brody's middle names? Did any of them start with an 'I'?
Old lady O'brian -- Jim C Monday July 9th, 2012 3:23:45 AM "The baby? It was given away to another family, I don't remember their names, nor their middle names."
Zeoll (HP33 of 39, AC22, CMD15) d20+18=27 ; Monday July 9th, 2012 10:26:59 AM
Zeoll smiles and tries to put the old lady at her ease. "Rreally, you arre so kind to help us, and in the middle of such a disasterr. I do hope you'll let us help you back on yourr feet."
[OOC: Guys, can we take a collection among ourselves to help out this lady, not to mention the rest of the town? I have 400 gold on me I could throw into a kitty. Zeoll communicates these ideas to his friends via Bluff check to send a secret message ... he rolls a 27 to do so, so no prob.]
Zeoll mentions to the lady how important the information is. "People's lives arre depending on it. Therre have alrready been, I'm sorrry to say, many deaths. Please trry to rrecall whateverr you can." As Zeoll says this, he reaches out to take the lady's hand.
Zeoll is using his Memory Subdomain Power of Recall to help the old lady remember. She can make an appropriate knowledge check (local?) with a +7 bonus based on Zeoll's Chr.
Recall (Su): With a touch, you can cause a creature to recall some bit of forgotten lore or information. The creature can retry any Knowledge skill check it has made within the past minute, gaining a insight bonus on the check equal to your Wisdom modifier. You can use this ability a number times per day equal to 3 + your Wisdom modifier.
Zeoll has the domain from his Cradled levels and so uses his Chr.
Edit: Oops, forgot the -2 on that bluff check from two negative levels, but I think a 25 is sufficient too.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Monday July 9th, 2012 10:55:44 AM
As a proper resident of Hook City, Restlin has a minimum amount of coin on him. However, the 74 gold and 8 silver can be donated as Zeoll sees fit.
Other than that, he keeps his mouth shut and lets Zeoll do what he does best.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday July 9th, 2012 11:49:29 AM
Bosk thinks back to when he talked to Heather after the ceremony of the Edge and jolts his head up as he remembers some forgotten information and quickly whispers to Zeoll and the rest of the group. I believe Heather was not the baby, Clarissa was! Heather told me she ran away from home after Clarissa was born because she was "no longer wanted by her parents and they could not afford more mouths at the time". She had overheard them say they were going to marry her off for compensation, so she left with what she had. She became lost in the forest and survived by instinct for a week, until she was found by an old witch, that offered her enslavement or she would leave her to her death. She didn't care anymore, but she knew, if she wanted enslavement, she wouldn't have run away, so she told her farewell. With that the witch said, "That will do". She then cast a spell and Heather awoke in her cave. She introduced her to The Edge. Perhaps Clarissa has the locket and Lowd was the one intending to marry Heather?
Old lady O'brian -- Jim C Monday July 9th, 2012 2:31:25 PM "I'm afraid I don't remember much more," replies the old lady, even after Zeoll's help.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 Monday July 9th, 2012 5:44:24 PM
Wyaar has 350 gold he can add to the pool.
"hmm... That could explain the jealousy if his intended bride ran away. Maybe we can divine some information about the child?"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Monday July 9th, 2012 6:11:33 PM
"We have lots of stuff we'll need to divine, none of which will happen until we get some rest. Speaking of which, how much further till we're at the nicer places up on that hill?"
Jim C Monday July 9th, 2012 7:04:20 PM Fish don't fry in the kitchen; Beans don't burn on the grill. Took a whole lotta tryin', Just to get up that hill.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Monday July 9th, 2012 7:57:39 PM When we get to the top I suggest we start with an inn on the East Side. With a little luck they'll even have a piece of pie for me when we get there.
>.>
Zeoll (HP33 of 39, AC22, CMD15) Tuesday July 10th, 2012 2:07:29 PM
Zeoll thanks the old lady gently, taking note of her name. He takes his own 400 gp, 70 from Restlin, and 350 from Wyaar, and plans to spend the next day using it to help the town rebuild.
But first, a little more investigating. "Bosk, what do you think we should do next?"
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 Tuesday July 10th, 2012 7:31:01 PM
"i can do little more to help the town than offer the use of my hand in labor and even those are still weakened from the assassin's shadow. Our best plan might be as the cleanly Restlin said and head to the upper part of the town and look for a place to recover."
The Rotten Tomatoe Inn -- Jim C Thursday July 12th, 2012 12:06:50 AM Woot, good to be back!
With little available, the group does find an inn that has a few vacancies--the reasons are obvious as it is in a state ready to be condemned--but it's warm and dry (1gp/person/night), but you wouldn't want to eat there.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Thursday July 12th, 2012 4:54:25 PM No go ahead from the PtB yet, but I'm not getting any warnings anymore, so LET'S DO THIS.
"Ugh," Restlin says to himself. "I think I preferred the rope trick. Anyway, now that we're some what alone here, I'll spend some time going over what we took off the minotaurs and Lowd to see what we have. Except for that sword...that blasted thing can stay in your bag, Bosk.
"In the meantime, if you divine folks want to start resting up so we can start divining the location of this amulet, that would be helpful."
Restlin will cast detect magic and peruse what they have. Let me know what I find that's magical and I'll start trying to identify it.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 28/62 CMD = 23 Monday July 16th, 2012 12:35:10 AM Bosk, do you have any last healing spells to burn before we hit the sack?
Zeoll (HP33 of 39, AC22, CMD15) Monday July 16th, 2012 10:53:09 AM
Zeoll gets ready to rest, meditating on the amulet, the box, and Heather. He is planning to use his Read Dream ability to glean some clue to get the party moving in the right direction tomorrow.
OOC: The ability requires the DM to roll a secret Sense Motive check. Zeoll's modifier is +7.
OOC: Oh, and will there be another save or two to maybe throw off these negative levels? How does that work, oh kindly DM Jim?
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 Monday July 16th, 2012 4:30:21 PM
Zane, having helped to clean up some of the wreckage is more than ready to find a place to sleep. "Here's a thought. With all of this destruction, I very much doubt that any room we find will be inexpensive. People tend to raise their prices when what they have is no longer a common commodity."
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d8+5=9 ; d8+5=10 ; d8+5=11 ; d8+5=10 ; 2d8+7=14 ; 2d8+7=13 ; Monday July 16th, 2012 6:48:41 PM
Bosk pays the bill for the room for everyone, knowing others gave all thier money to help those in need and having kept his gold assuming it would be needed for the room and healing the group. Once inside Bosk touches one hand to his holy symbol and recites a series of prayers, converting all his lvl 1 and 2 spells to cure spells except for restoration lesser.
That should put everyone at full health. Does anyone need a lesser restoration spell while I'm at it?
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday July 16th, 2012 6:54:11 PM
ooc: Can anyone else prepare and cast Restoration to remove the negative levels? Bosk can prepare 2, and I think we need 4 castings to remove all negative levels from the group.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 Monday July 16th, 2012 8:39:37 PM Thanks Bosk, I feel much better now.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 Monday July 16th, 2012 8:41:44 PM
"I cannot restore, but I believe there is an entrance to the Catacombs in town... if it is still standing perhaps we can trade in some of the minotaurs equipment for some scrolls."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 Tuesday July 17th, 2012 12:30:49 AM "Or we could just wait another 24 hours and do it for free..."
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday July 17th, 2012 11:13:37 AM Thanks for the reminder Beri, not only are the spells not free, but I need some more diamond dust to cast them. Wyaar, can you lead me to the Catacombs? We can sell some of our loot from the taurs while we are there.
ooc: Can we get a list of what we found durring the last battle?
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 Tuesday July 17th, 2012 12:06:52 PM
Starting tomorrow, Dave F will be posting for me, I'll be talking to him about it, but he'll post. I'm not sure how long I'll be in Hospital so....
The Rotten Tomatoe Inn -- Jim C Tuesday July 17th, 2012 3:46:54 PM
After a fitful night of sleep, and many waves of bedbug attacks, the group wakes up drearily to find the denizens of the city once more trying to dig themselves out of the debris that litters the entire lower levels. Unfortunately it would seem that the Catacombs entrance was also affected by the storm is temporarily out of service.
Zeoll remarks about an unusual dream he had wherein he was falling through a painting and landed near Heather, only to find her completely unresponsive when he called out to her--then he woke with a start as the bedbugs launched their second wave of attacks.
Zeoll (HP33 of 39, AC22, CMD15) Tuesday July 17th, 2012 9:19:32 PM
Zeoll recounts his dream. "Maybe we have to jump into the picturre? That would be a good way to destrroy it, maybe."
"So, good divine healerrs, have you any way to rrid me of the currse of carrrying that foul weapon?"
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 Tuesday July 17th, 2012 9:35:41 PM Man, those spells sound expensive. Even though I'm an elf, being a rogue I tend to forget that spells require stuff to cast. I sort of lapse into the idea that it's just lightning bolts shooting from your fingers. Well, I say when this is over we take a week off to recover... not that we have a lot of choice if we want to resotre levels. I could use a trip to the WLA when we get back anyway.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Tuesday July 17th, 2012 10:21:07 PM
"Well, I imagine diamond dust is a little hard to come by here right now. That hurricane probably blew it all away.
"We have that picture still. Someone's wearing an amulet in it, right? Is that enough to divine it's location?"
Restlin idly scratches his bug bites and changes into a shiny new robe. Despite all his stuff has been through, it seems newly laundered."
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 Tuesday July 17th, 2012 11:13:22 PM
Zane gets a confused look on his face. "What do you mean casting spells requires stuff? I've never needed anything. I'm not a great caster, but I'm sure I'd have noticed if I needed anything."
OOC: Sorry was too much a good RP thing to pass up.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday July 18th, 2012 12:38:53 AM
The cleric shrugs. Different people get thier abillities from different sources, be it a divine source, nature, rituals and rules, or something born within. Most simple spells require no materials, but as spells get more powerful they often require additional components. My theory is the Wold requires balance, a material sacrifice for such power is a fair exchange and keeps us conscious of the value of our gifts. I would be willing to bet if you were to further delve into developing your gifts you would find there are spells you could only cast if you had certain items.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Wednesday July 18th, 2012 10:37:22 AM
"My teacher taught me how to cast most spells without 'stuff,' actually. Now, for spells requiring expensive components I still need those.
"It's a good thing, really. Last thing I want to do is go touching bat droppings every time I want to throw a fireball at someone."
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday July 18th, 2012 12:09:38 PM I have been shown how to cast spells without needing any components, but I never put in the time to practice it and to develop the ability myself. The technique lets you draw on some inner or divine power at to use it in place of minor materials, say about a golds worth. I imagine you (Zane) must have been fortunate enough to stumble upon one such method without realizing it...not that I am an expert in your craft.
I have contemplated studying it myself, but never have had the time. Always something or someone else that seems a bigger priority. Anyway, I make do with keeping frequently used things on hand. I also buy scrolls that have the material components magical properties already imbued within them so I can cast them even if I don't have what I need on hand...but I didn't buy restoration yet.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d4=3 ; Wednesday July 18th, 2012 12:22:21 PM
ooc: I believe Wyaar suffered Str dmg. If so, Bosk casts lesser restoration to heal it for 3 points.
I think it would be a good idea to sleep in shifts, in case Lowd has some friends who intend to pay us a visit tonight. I can take first watch. I also think we should inventory our loot , making sure to keep the cursed sword safely stowed away, to see what we got. Perhaps we have enough to get some scrolls of greater restoration. I don't like the idea of having to wait a week for everyone to be back at full strength. If not, it gives us reason to rest and get some training in at the WLA.
(Restoration can only restore 1 lvl per week)
Heranmar -- Jim C Wednesday July 18th, 2012 2:11:04 PM
With Wyaar feeling much better after Bosks restoration spell, the group sits wondering what to do. All around them the city is rebuilding, trying to pull people out of the rubble and restore services. Normally caravans would be leaving the city for Hook City and the group could catch a ride, but nothing is going out and probably won't for a week or more. To walk it alone would be dangerous and take two weeks time on foot, one week by horse. The Catacombs is down and there is suffering all around--the group could stay and help, the healing they could provide would be of tremendous help, but will they?
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 Wednesday July 18th, 2012 5:18:20 PM
OOC Hi guys. John had his surgery today so I haven't talked to him yet. I will wing it for his post today building off what's going on. David Feest IC Zane looks around at the chaos. To his friends he says" Looks like we might have a rough time going anywhere with all this damage. We could probably hep alot of folks out right here. All I have is my own two hands but everyone seems to need help getting everything put to rights. What do you all think."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Wednesday July 18th, 2012 6:52:57 PM
"I agree we should lend a hand. I also think it couldn't hurt to earn the Iron Adventurers some good will, either, so be sure people know who's helping them...
"We also need to treat finding this amulet as a priority, though. We could let Zeoll handle that while the rest of us get busy helping out. I have several spells I can prepare before we head out that would be useful."
Restlin will excuse himself to get preparing (OOC: I'll have an alternate list of spells up soon with things like grease, rope trick, fly, bull strength, shatter, etc...).
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 Wednesday July 18th, 2012 10:01:09 PM "Agreed, leave it to the one with the silver tongue. Since it will be about two weeks before we get back to Hook City anyway I agree that we are better off helping here. I'm not much use when it comes to healing people, but give me a toolbox and I can work wonders. Besides, I probably have a few... specialty tools... that the average person doesn't have that will come in handy. Anyone want to come with me after breakfast to make sure any water pumps and other necessities are in working order?"
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 Thursday July 19th, 2012 9:46:53 AM
Wyaar nods his thanks to Bosk and looks better as some of the strain seen around his eyes lessens, though does not fade completely.
"I plan on staying here unless directed otherwise. I was sent to assist against the assassin, but cannot in good conscience walk around from here with so many in need. I have some knowledge of building that may be of assistance.".
Zeoll (HP33 of 39, AC22, CMD15) Thursday July 19th, 2012 12:38:44 PM
There is no question for Zeoll. Work is to be done. People need help. He has a little over 400 gp to spend on helping people. Taking a day to do so seems reasonable.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 d20+5=20 ; d20+4=13 ; d20+4=23 ; Thursday July 19th, 2012 5:35:53 PM
Zane lends a hand where he is able. A skilled seaman he is able to help with anything that resembles ship chores. Cleaning, tying knots, light repairs, and weaving anything into net bags or containers so that folks may gather up their belongings. he also has his raw strength to lend for any tasks that come up. Profession Seaman 20 Weaving 13 Strength check 23
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday July 19th, 2012 5:50:03 PM We spent all night waiting out the hurricane, and our spells are depleted. I really think we should rest at least a few hours before going back out to help the city. At least then I can prepare a few healing spells. Stone Shape would also be perfect to help rebuild the city.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Thursday July 19th, 2012 6:14:05 PM
OOC: Isn't it the next day? I distinctly remember a post about bedbugs and dreams.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Thursday July 19th, 2012 6:18:57 PM
ooc: Doh, you are right.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:27/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 Thursday July 19th, 2012 8:36:14 PM And perhaps an anti-bedbug spell...
Heranmar -- Jim C Friday July 20th, 2012 1:13:22 PM
Three days pass and much good has been done, but there is still yet another half's week of work before the crisis can be called abated. However, in this time the Catacombs entrance has been fixed, allowing the group to access it's magical services.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 Friday July 20th, 2012 4:49:56 PM
OOC Does that mean we will be able to submit catacombs tickets and purchase items or is it just "open" so that we can get the components we need to restore drained teammates?
Jim: it is open for normal business
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Friday July 20th, 2012 11:04:07 PM
Restlin makes a b-line for the Catacombs as soon as he's able. He's had all the wandering around with energy drain he cares to.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 Friday July 20th, 2012 11:50:46 PM Hold up, I'll join you... just need to see what I can afford.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Saturday July 21st, 2012 12:49:49 AM
Can we get a list of what we got off od Lowd and the taurs?
Jim: You got nothing off of Lowd other than that snazzy black blade that speaks to Zeoll when he sleeps--unicorn and rainbows and stuff like that :) and a wavy dagger--you did pick up that dagger before it got swept away, right?
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 Saturday July 21st, 2012 1:09:32 AM Would anyone here be able to craft me some boots of speed?
Heranmar -- Jim C Saturday July 21st, 2012 1:58:18 AM
Crafting will be limited to 2 hours a day if you're helping the citizens of Heranmar, and any GOOD person would do that, wouldn't they?
Taur loot:
4 large greataxes, magical 1 large glaive, magical 4 rings, identical, magical 5 rings, magical 5 chain shirts, magical 5 cloaks, magical 10 daggers, magical 5 pair of boots, magical
1 ring resembling the other 4, but non-magical
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) d20+14=30 ; d20+14=19 ; d20+14=33 ; d20+14=24 ; d20+14=31 ; d20+14=18 ; d20+14=19 ; d20+14=18 ; d20+14=15 ; d3=2 ; d20+14=26 ; d3=3 ; d20+14=33 ; d20+14=20 ; d20+14=26 ; d20+14=19 ; d20+14=31 ; d20+14=18 ; d20+14=33 ; d20+14=15 ; d20+14=24 ; d20+14=24 ; d20+14=29 ; Saturday July 21st, 2012 9:52:22 AM
As the days go by, Restlin works hard (for Restlin). He cheerfully helps out where he's able; secure in the knowledge that his robes will remain clean no matter how grimy the work. In the evenings, prior to providing the local bedbug population with dinner, he pours over the loot from the minotaurs.
***
Restlin will get to work identifying those items in the evening. He'll identify them in the order listed. I'll put a bunch of spellcraft checks below...
If after all that he's still not sure. Let me know and I'll prepare identify spells for the next evening and try again.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 d20+4=12 ; d3=2 ; d20+4=15 ; d20+4=15 ; d20+4=13 ; d20+4=12 ; d20+4=16 ; d20+4=15 ; d20+4=24 ; d20+4=19 ; d20+4=21 ; d20+4=10 ; d20+4=17 ; d20+4=13 ; d20+4=15 ; d20+4=22 ; d20+4=22 ; d20+4=17 ; d20+4=5 ; d20+4=20 ; d20+4=6 ; d20+4=19 ; Saturday July 21st, 2012 12:14:54 PM
while Zane is not an ace at Spellcraft like Restlin, he knows some things. In between helping the townsfolk he will try to aid Restlin with the checks. Spellcraft 10 to aid another he makes the 10 to aid another on all of the checks except the 18th and the 20th so +2 to Restlin's checks on all those attempts. OOC I am talking to John daily, He is through surgery and recovering fairly well, other than not sleeping and a great need to constantly visit the bathroom ( apparently they are really giving him alot of fluids.) Am I allowed to visit the catacombs on his behalf and get things he wants to buy?
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 Saturday July 21st, 2012 1:41:59 PM
ooc; I didn't necessarily mean crafting it tonight, I just need to know if someone is able to before buying the components.
Heranmar -- Jim C Saturday July 21st, 2012 4:07:20 PM
Restlin, with Zane's help, figures out the loot particulars:
4 large +2 greataxes 1 large +2 glaive 4 rings of delayed doom (1 gem left each) 5 rings of protection +2 5 chain shirts +2 5 cloaks of resistance +3 10 +1 daggers 5 pair of boots of levitation
1 ring of delayed doom, non-magical (had two gems, both expended)
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Saturday July 21st, 2012 4:37:49 PM
Restlin's eyes light up as he identifies the rings of protection and cloaks.
"These are exactly what I was going to purchase next from the Catacombs. That is uncanny!"
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 Saturday July 21st, 2012 11:08:31 PM Woo! That ring of protection and that cloak of resistance are calling my name!
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 Sunday July 22nd, 2012 8:56:37 AM
"I would not mind one of the cloaks either."
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 Sunday July 22nd, 2012 12:20:47 PM
Zane mentions that he would definitely like one of the rings of Protection. He also thinks that based on the remaining usefulness of the rings of delayed doom, they are worth more as treasure ( to be worn) than as loot and requests one of those as well. OOC If it is alright with you guys, I will postpone Zane's visit to the catacombs. I didn't hear back if it is alright for me to do it and since it is a whole 'nother board where confirmation is sent to his email it would be best if he does the transaction. Suffice it to say he wishes to visit the catacombs for a couple of purchases that he can do behind the scenes when he is back. He should be back by mid week.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 Sunday July 22nd, 2012 10:25:13 PM
ooc: Since they were being worn by taurs am I correct that the +2 chain shirts are large size?
Jim: correct. Thanks for pointing that out.
Zeoll (HP33 of 39, AC22, CMD15) Monday July 23rd, 2012 8:02:05 AM
OOC: Per kindly DM Jim's post above, Zeoll sneaks in 2 effective hours of crafting on each of the three charity days he spends in Heranmar. That's 6 hours he can put toward his upgraded cloak.
OOC: Also, kindly DM Jim, what's up over the three days with Zeoll's two negative levels? Any chance to get those removed?
Zeoll is happy to spend time helping people out (and working on his cloak in spare moments). He is disinterested in the loot. "I'll just take my sharre and sell it in the Catacombs," he says.
"Oh wait," Zeoll says, when he realizes he is upgrading his cloak from +1 to +2, and the loot includes 5 +3 cloaks. "Clearly, I should take a cloak and sell this one once I am done worrking on it."
Jim: restoration spell needed
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 Monday July 23rd, 2012 10:55:18 AM That is indeed fortuitous Zeoll... does that mean you wound have some free time in the evenings to help my out with crafting some Boots of Speed? I'd be happy to aid you in any way I can to make the crafting process easier.
ooc: If you have something else you want to craft I understand, I just am trying to plan my catacombs purchases.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+15=18 ; d20+15=29 ; Monday July 23rd, 2012 11:40:55 AM
Bosk works tirelessly healing the people of the city and taking advantage of his spells by shaping stone to reform the walls. When evening comes each night the cleric pulls out casks of ale from his bag and shares it with the group to help them unwind (subtracting 1 gallon per night from CS). The first day's work exhausts the taur, but the next morning he finds renewed vigor as his ring of sustenance kicks in and he finds he is able to get by on only a couple hours sleep, allowing him to catch up on his current crafting projects.
Actions: Finish upgrading cloak of Resistance to +3 = 18 Success! (DC needed = 15 {10+5 for accelerated crafting}. Took 2hrs first day and 8 the second, Bosk only needs 2 hrs sleep and spent the other 6 crafting) Upgrade BOH to Type 3 = 29 (DC needed = 24 {14+ 5 for accelerated crafting +5 for missing one requirement}. Completed day 3)
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday July 23rd, 2012 11:42:46 AM
ooc: Bosk is more than willing to help people craft wondrous items. I have a ring of sustenance and have taken Gillin's Fast Forge Feat to help the group with crafting their more expensive items, but I have not yet come across the stylus I need to take advantage of that feat. As such, I would prefer to wait on crafting items that take more than 3-4 days of crafting time until Bosk comes across a stylus.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Monday July 23rd, 2012 1:03:39 PM
Returning from a trip to the Catacombs one evening, Restlin hands Bosk two pouches.
"Diamond dust. I know we're all busy, but I'd surely appreciate feeling like myself again when you're able to use that."
To his credit, Restlin does indeed work tirelessly. Lacking anything resembling physical strength, he instead uses his magic to speed up the construction process. Though he looks consistently fabulous throughout the ordeal, he sleeps very soundly at night.
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Restlin would appreciate a headband of vast intellect +4. At 8000gp crafted, that's 4 days accelerated crafting, yes? Is that do-able?
Restlin also has the forge ring feat if anyone needs it, though he lacks the time to craft that Bosk has.
Heranmar -- Jim C Monday July 23rd, 2012 2:50:30 PM @Bosk, sorry, but I'm not going to allow you to use the Ring of Sustenance in that manner. You only get 2hrs a day crafting with or without the ring basically because of the conditions you're in (adventuring). Please modify your results for this.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 Monday July 23rd, 2012 6:22:13 PM
OOC I spoke to John today and he SHOULD be going home tonight, though there seems to be some issue with his medication that is holding him up. If he does go home tonight he should resume posting for himself tomorrow. IC Zane lacks useful spells to help with clearing rubble or rebuilding so he does it the old fashioned way, manual labor. The Minotaur returns each night exhausted but happy to have helped the people of Heranmar out.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 24/17/19 CMD 23 HP 61/62 Monday July 23rd, 2012 9:06:29 PM
wyaar works hard with others, using his Lay on Hands and mercies ad needed to help the injured as wellas working with builders and other engineers on wfforts to safely clear rubble and rebuild.
Heranmar -- Jim C Tuesday July 24th, 2012 2:42:58 PM
Three more days pass and as night falls the group is satisfied that their efforts to save lives have not been in vain. Weary and hungry, the group rests for the night, but not before hearing there is a caravan--several in fact, leaving for Hook City in the morning.
Zeoll (HP33 of 39, AC22, CMD15) d20+15=34 ; d20+15=19 ; Tuesday July 24th, 2012 3:32:31 PM
OOC: Was there also a "wavy dagger," Jim? Is the module over yet? XP? Hero Points?
Zeoll goes through all the loot and divides it into six piles:
Beri 1 ring of protection +2 1 cloak of resistance +3 1 large +2 glaive 1 pair of boots of levitation 2 +1 daggers
Zane 1 ring of delayed doom (1 gem left) 1 ring of protection +2 1 pair of boots of levitation 2 large +2 greataxes
Wyaar 1 ring of protection +2 1 cloak of resistance +3 1 large +2 greataxes 3 +1 daggers
Restlin 1 ring of protection +2 1 cloak of resistance +3 1 +1 dagger 2 rings of delayed doom (1 gem left) 1 pair of boots of levitation
Zeoll 1 ring of protection +2 1 cloak of resistance +3 3 suits +2 armor 1 pair of boots of levitation
Bosk 1 ring of delayed doom (1 gem left) 1 pair of boots of levitation 1 cloak of resistance +3 4 +1 daggers 2 suits +2 armor
"Well, that's prretty darrn fairr, I think," the seer says. "Each pile is worrth about 36,500 gp or so."
Zeoll is glad to spend an additional three days in helping out. He also squeezes in some crafting time here and there (another 6 hours at 2 hours/day).
After four days, Zeoll is done with his cloak upgrade. The Spellcraft Check for Zeoll's Crafting, including a +10 Natural Divination Bonus, with a -5 for accelerated crafting ... a 34 no problem.
On the last two days, Zeoll spends all his time crafting, at 8 hours per day. On day 5 he makes his Manacles of Cooperation. His accelerated check is a 19. The DC is 6, so no problem.
On the last day, he starts work on his Headband of Chr. That thing will take more days of dedicated crafting to finish, though.
He also visits the Catacombs.
Zeoll (HP33 of 39, AC22, CMD15) Tuesday July 24th, 2012 3:47:24 PM
Over the six days that the party is in Heranmar, Zeoll also takes the time to cast Locate Object at different places around town and outside (2x per day). He is looking for the locket that would fit that box. He is also looking for Lowd's Corpse (I figure that's an "object" now. If not, I also can cast Locate Creature.)
He also uses a Dream spell to send a message to Magister Alister and to that inspector we are working for, to tell them about Lowd as well as the disaster around Heranmar.
OOC: I've updated Zeoll's sheet to subtract a hero point, update wand charges used, and update items made. But not to update the new loot. I gotta get to the CC first.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 62/63 Tuesday July 24th, 2012 4:41:07 PM
Zane heads to the catacombs to transform his pile of loot into gear he needs. He also continues to help out where he can. He assumes they will be leaving for Hook City in the morning and tries to get a good nights sleep.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 18/16/16 CMD: 15 HP:40/40 (Spells) Tuesday July 24th, 2012 6:13:16 PM
Restlin is more than happy to leave for hook city in the morning, assuming they've exhausted all they can in regards to scrying the location of the locket.
Zeoll (HP39 of 39, AC22, CMD15) Tuesday July 24th, 2012 6:31:24 PM
Oh, and will all the good deed-doing Zeoll is doing, does he cross paths with any clerics who can cast Restoration? That seems the best way to get this curse removed.
He also asks his friends if maybe the Iron Adventurers should invest in a party portable hole with the intent of storing all their evil toolery and hardware in the same place. He would hate for someone to reach in looking for a potion and accidentally grab the sword that drains two levels.
Stuff to put into the Bag of Evil Hardware Storage: intelligent sword of assassination; evil poker of making people blow up when they die; teleportal to eldritch realm of cyclopean horrors beyond space and time. Am I missing anything? We got rid of the necklace of necromancer soul stealing and possession, IIRC.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 Tuesday July 24th, 2012 11:13:13 PM Is there a moral policy against destroying an intelligent evil weapon? I don't have much experience with intelligent objects.
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20=18 ; Tuesday July 24th, 2012 11:39:52 PM
ooc: Just a heads up, this is my last week of class for the trimester and finals start Monday. I will try to let people know in advance if I need a sub.
Bosk joins the others in the trip to the Catacombs and thanks Restlin for diamond dust and casts restoration on those needing it (am I correct that there are two people with two negative levels each, ie needing two castings a week a part to restore them? I will buy the remaining dust at the Catacombs and am willing to pay a share of what it costs to heal the others).
Over the next few day Bosk is able to finish his cloak and nearly completes the upgrade to hhis BOH. In response to Beri's question he answers, Those boots are a bit complicated, and the going would be slow for me while traveling. They would take a week for me to make back at the tower, but while traveling it would take me nearly a month to complete, Something a bit simpler (lower CL) or less expensive (under $1000) I could liekly do on the trip back
Feeling very un-taur like at having repeatedly having to turn down his friends requests to craft items that he simply doesn't have the time for, the cleric spends what free time he as asking around about obtaining the special wooden stylus made of the wood of the Ishgara Tree that is needed to enter a pocket into the Cradle, where time moves more quickly so that he could better assist the group as opposed to feeling like a burden. He begins by enlisting Zeoll and Beri's help as they have proven themselves gifted in gathering information and finding obscure leads, and by asking Wyarr whom hi thinks he remember's Zeoll said something about him having a connection to the Fey. In addition, Bosk looks for a merchant among the carivans who might be selling poison, or at least the reagents to create such things, as they are not easy to come by in the Catacombs or in Hook City.
Gather Information check to find Stylus and Poison = 15
Bosk AC: 25/13/23 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday July 24th, 2012 11:45:42 PM
Bosk shoots Beri a could you really be that stupid look. As a general rule, unless such items are crafted by a god like Gargul, or at least tolerated by him as in the case of a few witches who somehow have him as a patron god only knows how they fanaggled that, such items are pure blasphemy. By thier very definition they are a mockery of life and usually are created by trapping a soul within the item. Evil or not, as a general rule intelligent items need to be destroyed. All the more reason if such item is evil.
Heranmar -- Jim C Wednesday July 25th, 2012 3:22:10 AM
On the morning of the seventh day, the group inquires about joining a caravan. Standard cost is 1gp per day of travel--you are basically paying for protection and to be able to sit in a wagon along some of the journey. Taurs cost 5gp a day and the length of the journey will be one week.
As they decide they also think back to all the good they did, letting it all absorb in. Unfortunately alot of their questions went unanswered--such as the missing locket, and Lowd's missing body, but that's life.
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