The Long Kiss Goodnight -- Jim C Friday December 14th, 2012 11:39:51 PM A willow tree in Fall; its leaves will not be missed as much as cherry blossoms. --Senryu, 1818
Slow. Agonizing. Boredom. Restlin stirred, restless in his bed. The sun had set, darkness had swept the lands and the faint buzzing of the weather control system could be heard if listened for. Yet, in Restlin's eyes, his bedroom was awash in greys of many hues. The black of night was stayed from the mages eyes while he was in contact with the Gloom Blade--his Luck Quests reward. Absentmindedly he held the sword and tapped its tip on the floor, or whatever was in reach. Then it occurred to him, why was he playing with this sword when he should be sleeping and how could he see in the dark of his room? In the corner of his mind, between the past and hidden thoughts, in that place few venture, he heard a voice. "In the darkness I awaken my master. I shall serve thee faithfully and open your eyes when light has fallen." Restlin, while you hold the sword in natural darkness, you are granted the power of Darkvision in addition to the other powers listed for the sword.
In his litter, for no regular bed would hold him, Zeoll slept like a baby. Once or twice the Belt of Perfection spoke, but kept its voice down. <Scottish accent> "Ach, my aching back. Crushed between a fat liontaur and his shallow bedstuffing. I've had better lodgings at the leper colony." Accustomed to falling asleep when someone or something was talking to him, Zeoll simply rolled over and went back to sleep, unaware.
Bosk lay fitfully, seemingly on edge, tense about something that he just couldn't put his finger on. Was it the twin girls residing in the tower? Their very existence was an abomination to his god, Gargul, but he had done nothing to send them on their way. Would Gargul hold this against him at some future time? Contemplating on the woes of eternity and his duties as a Grim, the Minotaur drifted away to a place familiar to him and few others.
Beri couldn't get over the fact that Bosk had won himself some spring-loaded wrist sheaths. Lucky bugger that he was, the rogue began devising an intricate and clever plan to wrest the sheaths from Bosk, without it looking like he was in fact stealing them. His plan was so cunning, or so he thought, that you could stick a tail on it and call it a weasel. Grinning as he dozed off, he was oblivious to the dark and its cold embrace.
Meditation was the pathway to all enlightenment. With the proper technique, one could ascend to a higher level, to a place of tranquility that few others had ever reached. Deep in such meditation, Zane blocked out all that was around him. It was all nothingness that he touched. Then the nothingness touched him back.
Wyaar had disturbing dreams before; such was the lot of those that fought evil on all levels--from the demonic possessions of madmen to the corrupt temptations that laid themselves at the paladin's feet daily. But this, this dream, no--nightmare, was more upsetting than any torture devised from the depths of the abyss than a man could stand. In his dream the proud warrior of faith rode resplendent in mithral armor atop a white stallion. His lance bearing the pennon of his house, the paladin could barely hold onto his reins as the small Halfling sitting behind him clutched and pulled at his cape yelling, "Faster, daddy! Faster!"
Down the hall a shadow fell where light should have held it at bay. It crept slow and sinister as a snake stalking its prey. Under each door it passed, splitting off from itself and continuing on to the next. Soon all that was, changed.
This place was not unfamiliar to Bosk, he had been here before and he remembered it not fondly, but with much regret. The Temple of the Illithid had remained as they, those few who had been there before, had left it. Untouched. Corrupt. Evil.
Down the steps they felt drawn, down into the darkness, and then into the massive cavern. Before them lay the great pit, an open wound in the face of the earth. Darkness drew near, it's caress a cool breath on the nape of your neck and it beckoned, it yearned for your embrace. It spoke only a single word, its voice mixed with despair and torment, "Awaken."
With a clatter, the Gloom blade hit the floor, making everyone jump. As each awoke to find they were standing in a circle downstairs, it would seem that each had sleepwalked to this area. The Iron Adventurers then noticed what they were standing in a circle about--the teleport circle. It lay on the floor, it's rune glowing, eager for someone to step on it and be sent to the Temple of the Illithid.
Everyone is fatigued.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 17/14/15 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) Saturday December 15th, 2012 8:15:20 AM
Restlin stretches & yawns. Lazily scratch his head, he looks around & takes in his surroundings. "Team meeting then? Good. I've been meaning to talk to you guys about kitchen duty."
He casually picks up the Gloom Blade, nervous and excited about it at the same time. He didn't share Bosk's disdain for intelligent objects, but he remembered Lowd's sword & the control it exhibited. Still, it had called him master instead of the other way around. That had to count for something, right?
"I should probably tell them," he thinks to himself, "but this hardly seems like the time."
"What's with the teleportation circle? Are we going somewhere?" He looks around. "Why does everyone look so grumpy?
Wyaar (JonL) AC 27/17/22 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Saturday December 15th, 2012 11:32:57 AM
Wyaar lets out a shuddering breath and says a prayer to his Queen to steady his nerves. The frightful presence of a ancient dragon could not frighten him, but the the sheer horror of that dream had shaken him. The strength of his faith once again fills him and he looks about at the others and the circle in front of them.
"Indeed... what is this?"
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OOC: Assuming we're dressed for bed and not for battle?
Jim: correct :)
The Long Kiss Goodnight -- Jim C Saturday December 15th, 2012 2:02:50 PM I didn't make it readily apparent, but the teleport circle is the same one that is on the piece of wood flooring that was take by the group some time ago and stored in a safe place. So this is not new, someone must have taken it out of it's storage area.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Saturday December 15th, 2012 2:12:31 PM
Zeoll looks around. He rubs his eyes and yawns. He pinches himself to make sure he is awake this time.
"Looks like some forrce wants us to rreturrn to that foul place. I would be willing, because we neverr did finish ourr job of shutting down that place. But at the moment I have not prrepped spells norr got any of my gearr, except forr my perrfect belt herre."
"Can we rreconvene in an hourr?"
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Saturday December 15th, 2012 3:10:49 PM
ooc: Are we fatigued for magical reasons or from lack of sleep?
Jim: You will recover in less than an hour
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Saturday December 15th, 2012 4:02:13 PM
Bosk looks down at the teleport circle as horrifying flashes of the events that transpired on that day flash through his mind. The unspeakable acts of evil and horror that took place, that the cleric himself participated in...the children he himself had sacrificed and fed to the monster within.
He remembers how the group found the teleport circle hidden in the bottom of a wardrobe and how it had brought them to the Temple of the Illithad, the image identical to that of a painting they had found in the same hotel room the teleporter was found in. The teleporter caught them of guard, sending them underwater. When they rose out of the water they found themselves standing before the great temple. Inside they fought and destroyed an Illithad that had been plaguing Mudtown and his cursed offspring. Children from the village the group had tried to save, but the Iron Adventurer's made the mistake of exploring too deep into the temple and came upon a creature whose voice echoed in their minds, and the group found themselves shaking in fear or forced to obey its commands, and it commanded them to feed it the children... ... ... ... Bosk takes a deep breath and relays the story to the new adventurer's so that they might be mentally prepared for what was to come, speaking for the first time of the terrible role he played on that ill fated night. I am not sure what power has drawn us all here, but I think this is a sign that we cannot put off facing our past any longer. I had this teleporter safely hidden away, or so I thought, yet here it is and here we all are. I think we should do as Zeoll suggests and prepare ourselves to enter the cursed temple once again, while it is of our own choice. If we had entered just now, unprepared or armed, well I don't think the results would be pleasant. Be prepared for a mental onslaught and to buff your will and fort saves. Before the creature appeared trapped in a chamber inside the temple, but after this much time it is possible the thing has found a way out and may be waiting for us as soon as we enter the telport circle.
ooc: Can you tell us how long the walk was from the teleport circle to the chamber where the children were sacrificed was so that we can plan spell durations out accordingly?
Jim: maybe 5 minutes
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 63/63 Saturday December 15th, 2012 11:15:59 PM "Anyone care to fill me in? I'm lost as to what you are talking about?
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Sunday December 16th, 2012 1:11:54 AM
ooc: Bosk stated above he tells everyone the story. I emailed the actual story of the last encounter to everyone, but it was too long for a post.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 27/17/22 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Sunday December 16th, 2012 10:04:46 AM
OOC: We're still in our tower, right?
Wyaar is silent a moment as he looks towards Bosk and the others that were present on their previous visit to that evil place. He moves over a places a hand on the taur, "Your body may have done evil, but it was not your mind or soul. The blame is not yours."
"And Zeoll has it right. We should prepare. If the circle has waited this long to be used it can wait a little longer. We'd be foolish to rush in now. If this doesn't smell of a trap nothing does."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr Sunday December 16th, 2012 10:26:58 AM
Restlin takes the whole story in. "No wonder Bosk is so grumpy," he thinks.
"Ok, let's do this. Beats sitting around hunched over my scroll table." With that, he heads back up to his room.
"Let's see...stinky pit of unspeakable evil. I'll need my good robe for this one." He dons his robe of resplendence, boots of levitation, jewelry & fancy new quiver stocked with rods and wands. Luck quests are fun, but this felt like a job to be fully geared for. Goods prepared, he sits down and prepares his spells. It's rare for Restlin to have an idea of what he'll use his spells for in the immediate future; it's a welcome change.
"So, Mr. Sword," he mentally says to the Gloom Blade. "Do you have a name?"
After preparations are made, he appears back downstairs fully decked out w/ his new blade on his back & his sword cane in his hand where it usually is. He turns to Wyaar. "So, this is right up your alley, right? Paladin. Big stinking pit of evil. This feels good." The wizard holds up his cane & twirls it around himself. A shimmer suddenly appears around him & fades away just as quickly (mage armor).
Restlin's ready to go...
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Sunday December 16th, 2012 12:20:29 PM It was my fault. I was too weak. Bosk walks wordlessly away to prepare. Vengence will be his.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 63/63 Sunday December 16th, 2012 7:57:34 PM
Zane, after listening to the story, now understands why this situation is bothering his new friends.
"I can't help with the Protection from Evil, my spells are very limited. They're mostly protections and buffs."
OOC: I'm headed to the hospital for 2-3 days, Dave F will cover for me If I can't post on my tablet.
The Long Kiss Goodnight -- Jim C Sunday December 16th, 2012 9:50:33 PM Please list all buffs before heading in.
1st Temple post on Monday, so please be prepared :)
Thanks!
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Sunday December 16th, 2012 10:18:20 PM
After the recent announcement I think we all have some trips to make at the catacombs before then.
That's not in effect until 1/7/2013.
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 63/63 Sunday December 16th, 2012 11:13:37 PM
I did the math, I lose about 50-65 percent, but I'll get over it.... the thing that hurts most is "Hand of Domi" changes. I'll try to post tomorrow afternoon, after I check into the hospital.
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday December 17th, 2012 12:26:29 AM
Bosk comes back downstairs, having prayed to Jancassis to give him strength to obtain vengence on the creature that forced his to commit that dark deed in the Temple of the Illithid. Pulling out a scroll from his bag, he casts nemesis scrying on the creature in the pit to verify its location before The Iron Adventures cast thier buffs and step onto the teleporter to test their fate.
ooc: Buffs to be cast before steping onto the teleporter will be dependant on the creature's location. No materials or components are needed for this spell.
Jim: The rope's blood and the creature in the pit are not related.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Monday December 17th, 2012 11:47:35 AM
Zeoll prepares for this adventure ... as if it will be his last! :-)
Before casting his buffs, be stands in front of the teleportal and uses his Divination: "Please, oh fey powerrs that be, do you have any advice as I and my frriends prreparre to step onto this teleporrtal?"
Zeoll's chance of success is 74%.
DM Sanity Info
Cradled Spells Prepped: lvl 0 - Innocence, Keen Senses, Beguiling Gift lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Deep Slumber, Jester's Jaunt; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Divination, SFF2, Euphoria; Memory Lapse
Bard Spells 0 of 7 first level spells used 0 of 4 second level spells used
Natural Divination 0 of 1 saves bonuses unused 0 of 1 skills bonuses unused
Fey Magic 0 of 2 used
Memory Subdomain Recall power 0 of 12 used
Staves of curing 0 of 10 used 0 of 10 used
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Monday December 17th, 2012 1:21:20 PM
Zeoll tells his friends that the Powers that Be tell him it will be dark. "I wish I had some way to shed light, but I can't even cast a Light cantrrip!"
He thinks for a sec. "So I'll be rrelying on my earrs!"
He casts the Taur's Try cantrip that boosts Perception, and he is ready to cast Heroism and Keen Senses to boost her hearing even more. With luck, he'll be able to hear the enemies.
"Most spells rrequirre line of sight to cast," he says, slightly pedantically. "But spells that coverr an arrea of effect, like firreball, can be cast into the darrkness. And thank goodness, my most powerrful spell is an arrea spell. And that, of courrse, is my Calm Emotions."
Jim: Calm Emotions, LOL!
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday December 17th, 2012 1:47:47 PM
Bosk grumbles when his fail spells. It would seem anyone unfortunate enough to suffer my wrath is also smart enough to hide themselves from my scrying. Do you guys think I should cast magic circle against evil now or after we have teleported? The cleric quickly prepares his buffs starting with the spells that have the longest durration.
Ant Haul from a scroll (14 hours) Comprehend Languages from scroll (70 minutes) Rose's Temperature Control from a scroll (15 hours) Nemesis Insight from scroll (7 hours) *could be a tribe, race, organization, guild or other clearly definable group Owl's Wisdom from scroll (7 minutes) Light Cantrip (70 minutes) Guidance (7 minutes)
Magic Circle against evil centered on self (70 minutes)
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday December 17th, 2012 1:51:31 PM I have cast a light cantrip cast and I have Daylight prepared if we should need it. Should I cast that before we enter?
Bosk will cast daylight (70 min duration) if Zeoll recommends it.
next post -- Jim C Monday December 17th, 2012 2:05:44 PM
I'll give you guys a little more time before I post the turn as it will move you some distance and time. I'll post later in the afternoon in about 5 1/2 hours.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Monday December 17th, 2012 2:19:30 PM
BTW, I've updated Zeoll's PC sheet. Thanks!
Wyaar (JonL) AC 27/17/22 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Monday December 17th, 2012 2:31:23 PM
Wyaar leans over to asked Restlin in a hushed tone, "Has his Calm Emotions ever worked?"
And he releases his ioun torch to float around his head. Wyaar will save his own Prot from Evi spell until a little later.
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Did Bosk do GMW for Zane and Wyaar using the pearl and extend rod?
next post -- Jim C Monday December 17th, 2012 2:36:05 PM
Oh, and give me a marching order to speed up the killing, err, posting.
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday December 17th, 2012 2:54:31 PM
I thought you decided to buy a scroll for Restlin to do it. If not, and Jim lets me change it, I will prepare it in place of Freedom of Movement.
Bosk volunteers to go first, intent on letting his blade taste the beast's black blood.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr Monday December 17th, 2012 3:17:30 PM
Restlin nods sagely to Wyarr. "It has ended in bloodshed every time. After his targets were dead, they were indeed quite calm." Restlin barely registers hearing it will be dark. It doesn't seem to be a problem to him.
He'll then look to Wyarr's weapon & cast greater magic weapon on his <insert weapon here>. "There. You were asking about that, right?"
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday December 17th, 2012 4:16:23 PM
Bosk raises his eyebrow, realizing for the first time that with Zeoll's accent he cannot tell if the taur is saying CALM emotions or QUALM emotions. That explains a lot. Then he crafted a cursed belt...was it an accident? Surely not...and why didn't Valla come back through the portal...
It may paranoia from their last trip to the templr, but he begins to grow suspicious of his companion.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) d20+7=24 ; Monday December 17th, 2012 4:37:36 PM
Zeoll's Sense Motive check vs Bosk's raised eyebrow ... a 24.
"Oh, don't worrry, my old frriend and brrotherr Taurr. Therre is no rresult I desirre morre than to do ourr job and rreturrn in one piece."
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 63/63 Monday December 17th, 2012 4:38:08 PM
Zane rushes up stairs, grabs his gear and slips into it. He pulls out an extended lesser rod. Using it he casts mage armor. He trots back down stairs,joining the others.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Monday December 17th, 2012 6:58:41 PM
Beriothian will take a foxes cunning potion and apply two magic weapon potions (one to each rapier). Prior to entering the actual room with the monster Beriothian will activate his goblin seal:pilar of courage (only lasts one round, so I have to wait a minute).
Goblin Seal: Pillar of courage. You have seen unspeakable horrors and faced the unnamed things that go bump in the night. Breaking this seal is a free action and draws upon your courage granting you and your party get a +3 to saves against fear for 1 round.
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday December 17th, 2012 7:08:54 PM
Seeing no objection from the group Bosk casts both Day Light and Circle of Protection against Evil.
The Return
The Return -- Jim C Tuesday December 18th, 2012 12:06:21 AM My whole life long I have sharpened my sword And now, face to face with death I unsheathe it, and lo-- The blade is broken-- Alas!
--Soto, 1568
Just like before, the shock of the cold water as each Iron Adventurer found themselves underwater was almost too much for some--almost losing their breath and beginning to drown immediately. A light from above and hands reaching down helped those that floundered in the water to safety. The group stood in the ruins of an underground temple, just like the one in Vellinius' painting that they still kept in the Iron Tower. In front of them to the North was the stairway, about 50' away. Behind them were rubble and the blasted ruins of a large statue that cannot be made out. The floor behind them was also sunken, more than likely having fallen into a lower level and then filled in with water that was coming into the temple from various sources. The place smelled musty and looked ancient and no sign of anything living was near.
Without actively concentrating for the presence of evil, Wyaar is almost overwhelmed as he detects that the whole structure, every stone and metal beam, radiates evil--this means the temple is still active in its link to some evil purpose. What that purpose is, Wyaar does not know--the religion that is revered here is totally alien to him.
The group sees at the far end of the hall the open double doors that lead into the worshipping area beyond--the prior group having nothing on their minds except escape, had left the doors open behind them. Nothing is heard but the splash of water about them and no enemies can be seen on this side of the doors.
Beyond the doors what the group see's when they peer through the door way is a large hall, perhaps 100' long and 60' wide that is bathed in dim-light from the broken stain glass windows above. Columns run the length of the hall to either side with many alcoves filled with statues of indistinct busts. Above on both sides and above the doorway is a balcony that runs the length of the hall. At the far end of the hall, approximately 90' away on a raised platform, is an altar and large stone bowl in its center. At the end of the great hall, on either side, is a stairway that leads up to the balcony. In his minds-eye, Bosk remembers the balcony and Roy egging him on to kill him.
It was Beri who had moved around the other side of the altar, in the dim light, and noticed a very large 50' tall bas-relief of some alien looking creature with hundreds of tentacles on the back wall. He had also found the secret door at its base. Bosk had previously found the three depressions in the secret door and ascertained that each has been pressed once before, but was uncertain of what order at the time, except that the middle depression seemed to be a little cleaner. However during that last visit, each depression had been damaged by the blade of Maikill's axe. Even after all that damage, would the secret door mechanism still work?
Standing there, most have been drawn to silence--perhaps it is the temple itself, its oppressive nature slowly working its way into the thoughts and feelings of the group. All around them are the busts of long forgotten Illithid, their almond shaped eyes staring at you as if they could see right through you. The massive bas-relief on the altar wall with its many tentacled god looms over the group. No sounds but the constant fall of water from outside permeate the great hall--then you hear footsteps.
Behind you, peering into through the double doors is a scraggly figure that looks like he's been on a deserted island for two years with nothing to eat but grass and rats. Could it be? Yes, it had to be; It was Valla!
Please welcome Valla back into the game :)
More to come after you say your hello's
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday December 18th, 2012 12:41:30 AM
Bosk stares at Valla in disbelief. Immediately he draws his sword and casts detect evil on the wizard. What in Gargul's Lidless Eye!!! What are you doing here? Why didn't you come back with us? The cleric lowers his weapon and moves to slap Valla on the back. Care to join us in finishing what we started a few months ago?
Jim: you detect no evil on him
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr Tuesday December 18th, 2012 5:46:18 AM
Restlin thinks back to Bosk's story. "This must be Valla," he thinks to himself. "Hopefully he's not as stuffy as that Beltrin was."
He'll wait until Valla has spoken before saying anything. This Valla character may be cross after spending months in such unpleasant surroundings. Otherwise, Restlin's in a hurry to get moving.
valla Tuesday December 18th, 2012 6:05:47 AM
Valla has seen better days. Hes lost weight, his robe is now more a ragged green tunic. His hair while still white has been cut to his neck, jagged like. Tye scar on his face and neck seem to be more prominent with his frailty showing through.
He steps through the door, a green andblack swirled cloak hanging from his back, a white frosted long bow strung and carried at his side. A green sheath holding a sword next to two smaller ones on the same hip. He slowly walks towards the group, only recognizing three of them.
B...bosk! B..Beri!! An... Zoll? I thought id never... Through the portal i nearly drowned, busted my head an couldn't remember how to get back. Ive been living in hiding ever since. This place.... evil... sorrow... ive forgotten what we were doing. I barely remember Beri and Zoll, could never forget the cleric od gargul whod saved me on occasion.
Valla pulls his bow and strings an arrow, Im ready to rejoin my friends, and get my sanity back, maybe my memory as well. Lets go
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday December 18th, 2012 12:15:22 PM I am so sorry! We would have come back for you if we had known. We saw you reach the teleporter and assumed you were transported somewhere else. As they talk Bosk casts mending on the three depressions previously damaged by Maikill's axe.
ooc: Using 3 scrolls for 3 castings on the 3 depressions
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) d20+18=28 ; Tuesday December 18th, 2012 12:17:47 PM
Zeoll's head jerks up at the sound of a familiar voice. "Valla! Valla! Is it you?" the liontaur rushes up to his old friend and gives him a hug. He sniffs the fellow covertly -- scent ability -- does he smell like the same person?
He uses his bluff skill to send a secret message to Bosk as he talks to Valla (Bluff check 28, no problem):
"Valla! Not dead yet? Not pushing up the daisies? Not worrm food yet?"
Secret message to Bosk: But does he have a worm in his brain?
Continuing to talk with Valla, the liontaur says, "What happened? We looked and looked forr you everrywherre. Thank goodness -- it is so good to see you alive!"
valla Tuesday December 18th, 2012 12:45:05 PM I hit my head, forgot alot. Where I was an all. But within the time ive learned abit about living off the land, and how to hunt. Steering clear of this temple mostly. I heard you all, decided to see if whoever it was wasnt a monster and could get me outta here. Tell me, whats happened since then? Why have you come back to this evil place, not that Im complaining about seeing you al again.
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday December 18th, 2012 4:40:05 PM
Bosk picks up on Zeoll's message, and the cleric gives a reassuring smile he works. I'm glad to see your skin hasn't turned purple and you haven't picked up an evil aura after staying here so long. You have a stout heart my friend. Bosk figures Zeoll will take him at his word when he turns his back on Restlin to fix the door mechanism.
David F posting for Zane d20+11=19 ; Tuesday December 18th, 2012 4:50:15 PM
Zane lookes around at the ruined temple warily. ANd the hermit looking guy that the others seem to know. Since they were doing the meet and greet he felt he should keep his eyes open for trouble. Pulling his bow he watched the darkness for trouble. Perception 19
The Return -- Jim C Tuesday December 18th, 2012 7:52:03 PM
Casting his mending spell, it seals some of the cracks, but does not replace some of the chipped stone.
I'll move you ahead in to the secret door area unless someone is opposed to the idea.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Tuesday December 18th, 2012 8:26:14 PM
Zeoll has questions for Valla.
"My frriend, I sense that this is a deadly place, and yet you have managed to surrvive. What can you tell us? Is therre an "outdoorrs"? What arre the big dangerrs? Wherre have you stayed safely?"
Zeoll lowers his voice. "What can you tell us about the corrruption in the pit?"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr Tuesday December 18th, 2012 9:48:50 PM
Restlin visibly relaxes as his friends greet their former companion. He makes his way to Valla and puts a gentle hand on the elf's shoulder.
"Valla, I have bad news. That tower you bought is haunted. That will have to wait, however, since we have an ancient evil to go get rid of." The wizard keeps a straight face during the entire process. He either has a poor memory, or his sense of humor is evolving.
He listens to what Valla has to say about whatever's in that pit.
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By all means, continue Mr. Jim!
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Tuesday December 18th, 2012 10:32:11 PM You've been here a long time, is there anything to worry about here besides the thing in the pit?
Wyaar (JonL) AC 27/17/22 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Tuesday December 18th, 2012 10:32:14 PM
Wyaar too will use his special paladin sense evildar on Valla when he first appears, and (assuming) none is detected and listens to what he has to say. He also nods gravely at Restlin's proclaimation of the tower's predicament.. but his humor only lasts a moment as the sheer evil of the place turns his attention back to it. Before moving to the secret door area, Wyaar will cast Protection from Evil on himself... uh Restlin, sure (for 5 minutes)
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Greater Magic Weapon +1 (14 hours I think) Protection from Evil (5 minutes)
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Tuesday December 18th, 2012 11:21:49 PM by any chance have you found the creatures name written on any of these walls?
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) d20+18=20 ; Tuesday December 18th, 2012 11:27:35 PM If you are ready, while we talk I'll try to get these doors open before our spells expire. IFF ready Beri will examine the doors to see if they are still in working order. perception = 20, 24 for traps
valla Wednesday December 19th, 2012 12:08:10 AM
Valla lays his right arm on Restlins shoulder in return, the scar from his knuckles to the crease in his elbow in full view of the human. The white crack in the tanned elves skin is disturbing a bit.
im surprised to hear anyone else went in after the tea party. He lets a smile creep onto his face, which looks more like a smirk, this is a rare thing indeed,. Looking at Zeoll, How did you get them to let you in Zeoll
Removing his hand, and Restlins, Ive not been within this temple much, creepy place. Living off worgs meat and plants not too far from here. I only found one pit. Full of rocks and bones, thats how i cracked my head and forget how to get back to the teleporter. But really, its great to see intelligent people again, but whats brought you back here? What are we about to do, your all well enchanted, should I take precautions as well?
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Wednesday December 19th, 2012 12:25:14 AM
Zeoll explains, "Oh, the girrls arre not so bad. They just like toys and singing and a little attention."
"What brrought us back is a mysterry." Zeoll tells the whole story of waking up after sleepwalking en masse (read above).
Bosk AC: 30/14/27 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday December 19th, 2012 12:30:25 AM
Bosk mutters something unintelligible about the girls.
Once More into Darkness -- Jim C Wednesday December 19th, 2012 2:50:58 AM
Deciding to take the lead, Bosk presses the buttons and there is a trembling in the ground. Within a few seconds, a large part of the wall moves back and then to the side to reveal a long set of stone stairs that descend down into abject darkness. The stale air of a thousand rotting dead bodies once again issues forth from the dark stairway, filling the great hall with the stench of death and decay. No sounds, no movement is forthcoming, just darkness and decay.
The group decides to descend into the darkness, with Bosk second in line with his lantern keeping the dark at bay. With Beri in front and searching for traps, the going is slow. At first when the group enters, the walls were slightly damp with moisture, the common musty smell replaced completely by the stench of rotting corpses somewhere far below. Also, the passageway down the steps were "man-made" with slate and granite lining the walls and steps. However, about 100' down, the slate walls abruptly end in roughhewn earth and stone.
The granite steps continue down into the dark for another 500' until the group comes to an opening. The air is oppressive, heavy with the smell of corpses and a languid warmth that pricks at the flesh. Shining his light past the opening, Bosk and the others see that the stairs have lead all this way to a large naturally formed cavern about 400' in diameter. The stairs continue down to the floor of the cavern some 50' below. In the center of the cavern is a large pit, a sinkhole if you will, of about 100' in diameter. Eight continual flame braziers equally spaced about the perimeter of the sinkhole mark it's edge.
The group see's no other movement in the cavern or anything else unusual.
5 minutes have passed
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr Wednesday December 19th, 2012 10:00:03 AM
Restlin whips out a handkerchief & ties it around his mouth/nose. "It's going to take a lot of lavender to get this smell off me," he quips absent-mindedly. Fear grips him. They could be on another plane of existence. They're about to face an unknown, ancient evil.
Then he remembers what Bosk once said. "It is they who should be afraid of us!" or something like that. The wizard reaches back and pulls his extend rod from his efficient quiver (free action?) before using it to cast invisibility on himself (10 minute duration - standard action). He levitates 20 feet into the air (move action), then looks to his left and shifts himself 15' in that direction (swift action). He aims to be somewhere different w/o getting any closer to that pit.
***
I'm losing the teleportation school in the upcoming changes. By golly I intend to use it before that happens!
Jim: since a rod is not ammunition, it is a move action to take out.
valla d20+11=27 ; Wednesday December 19th, 2012 2:48:28 PM
Valla peers at the pit, this must be the pit they were talking about. Whats inside?? Only one way to find out..
Valla whispers to his team, while away ive gotten better at hunting he says drawing his bow, . Then reaching into his haversack he pulls out a purple colored potion, popping off the cork, he drinks it in one quick gulp, and then strains his senses to get a better feel of the room as they progress down the stairs.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Wednesday December 19th, 2012 3:50:32 PM
Zeoll has a bad feeling about this. Some voice inside is warning him that this is not good at all.
He quickly casts Heroism.
DM Sanity Info
Cradled Spells Prepped: lvl 0 - Innocence, Keen Senses, Beguiling Gift lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Deep Slumber, Jester's Jaunt; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Divination, SFF2, Euphoria; Memory Lapse
Bard Spells 0 of 7 first level spells used 0 of 4 second level spells used
Natural Divination 0 of 1 saves bonuses unused 0 of 1 skills bonuses unused
Fey Magic 0 of 2 used
Memory Subdomain Recall power 0 of 12 used
Staves of curing 0 of 10 used 0 of 10 used
David F posting for Zane Wednesday December 19th, 2012 4:36:34 PM
Zane seems to hear the same voice as Zeoll as he too senses a subtle shift towards the bad. He casts shield on himself. Mage armor Shield
Bosk AC: 301/15/28 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday December 19th, 2012 5:04:14 PM
Sensing some hesitation Bosk takes the lead. Remember, this thing should be afraid us and not the other way around. It is time to make it pay for what it has done. As the group approaches the sinkhole the cleric casts sanctuary on himself before approaching the edge. Knowing better than to stick his head over the edge of the pit and exposing himself to a waiting attack he instead pulls a patch off of his robe which instantly turns into a 2ft by 4ft mirror which he angles into the pit to give the group a view of what is down below.
Active Spells ------------------------------------------- Ant Haul from a scroll (13 hours 55 minutes) Comprehend Languages from scroll (65 minutes) Rose's Temperature Control from a scroll (14 hours 55 minutes) Nemesis Insight from scroll (6 hours 55 minutes) *could be a tribe, race, organization, guild or other clearly definable group. Picked those associated with Temple of the Illithad Owl's Wisdom from scroll (2 minutes) Sanctuary (7 rounds) Light Cantrip (65 minutes) Guidance (2 minutes) Magic Circle against evil centered on self (65 minutes) Daylight (65 minutes)
Once More into Darkness -- Jim C Wednesday December 19th, 2012 7:28:47 PM
As he approaches, Bosk gets a whiff of the strong odor of decay emanating from the pit (please make a DC20 Fort save or become Nauseated). Looking down into the pit from the angle of his mirror, Bosk see's nothing but darkness--complete darkness void of any light. From this distance he also see's a set of narrow stairs cut into the rim of the pit spiralling down into darkness.
Valla Crudarian HP: 45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* Wednesday December 19th, 2012 8:23:21 PM Be very afraid... Valla follows a few paces behind Bosk, giving a glance at those behind him as he ready's an arrow, he mutters Silvaa and the bow flashes a white light, a light frost appears on the wood of the bow afterwards.
The wizard is a bit more confident in himself after two years of hiding and hunting. He feels his muscles loosen from the potion. He stops 10' behind Bosk;
What.... Do you see?
Wyaar (JonL) AC 27/17/22 CMD 23 HP 62/62 d20+13=15 ; Wednesday December 19th, 2012 8:46:42 PM
Wyaar moves up with Bosk, but the smell of is too much for him and he ends up emptying his stomach into the pit. He manages to move back a few steps and glances over to Restlin as he wipes his mouth on the back of his sleeve, "I don't think this is your type of place."
"Can we.." Burp, swallow something with a wince, "Toss a Light rock down?"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr d20+10=29 ; d20+13=33 ; Wednesday December 19th, 2012 8:58:27 PM
Wyarr is likely surprised to find Restlin gone. With no outward immediate attack, Restlin will lower himself down & walk up to the edge, being sure to stay outside the light shed by his friends. (Fort save 29)
If all he sees are stairs, he'll walk up to Bosk, still invisible, and state. "We're not going to come all this way to waffle up here, are we? We have evil to vanquish. Let's move."
Restlin will move towards the stairs. He can see better, so he takes point.
***
Knowledge, the planes: 33: Where the heck are we?
Note: I just rolled a 19 and 20. I've never done that in all my time here. THIS ILLITHID IS TOAST.
Jim: Fifth level of Gehenna.. wait, no. Not enough information--probably still on the material plane.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) d20+8=26 ; Wednesday December 19th, 2012 10:04:32 PM
Beriothian follows the group As he peers into the darkness he starts to wish he had Bosk's dark vision and a pair of those black swords that Restlin got. His hands grip tighter on his trusty rapiers, they have served him well for a long time now, and he hopes they continue to server him well.
Fort=26 (the rogue got a 26 on a fort save? Either this creature is indeed toast or Wardd is toying with us.)
Valla Crudarian HP: 45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* d20+7=20 ; Wednesday December 19th, 2012 11:23:34 PM
Valla feels the foul smell creeping throughout the area, he just barely holds his composure., looking around for a rock, and if no one objects, hell throw said rock after casting light on it, down the center of the staircase.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) d20+17=18 ; Thursday December 20th, 2012 11:26:53 AM
Zeoll creeps closer, staying near the back of the group (second or third from the last in the order).
He tries to breath lightly, and to not get sick.
Fort Save: He rolls a natural 1, which fails no matter what.
The liontaur is wetly sick on the floor, and miserably ponders that he may not escape this place a second time.
[OOC: Duration on sickness, kindly DM Jim? Any chance for a second save? Or for it to wear off? Or for Zeoll to get used to it?]
Bosk AC: 301/15/28 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+14=16 ; d20+5=10 ; d20+2=12 ; Thursday December 20th, 2012 4:49:59 PM
Standing near the pit Bosk is suddenly overcome by nausea and he suddenly wishes he had moved a little slower. Immediately he backs away from the pit and waits for the queasy feeling in his stomach to pass. Just a second the cleric chokes out. I just need to grab something from my bag. The cleric does his best not to let on how nauseated he has become, but it is likely obvious to the group. Quickly he sees if he can come up with a way to fight through the feeling and settle his stomach using what he knows about survival and healing.
Fort Save = 16 (Nat 2) Survival Check (nausea related)= 10 Heal Check (nausea related)= 12
David F posting for Zane d20+12=20 ; Thursday December 20th, 2012 4:57:15 PM
Zane manages to keep his lunch in his stomach, barely. He moves onto the stairs keeping an arrow nocked and watching down the middle of the pit, looking for trouble from below. He idlely wonders what would make such a stench, then realizes he probably doesn't want to know.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr Thursday December 20th, 2012 5:26:46 PM
Restlin looks up at his companions retching and feels...oddly impatient. He casts prestidigitation & uses it to create the scent of fresh baked cinnamon rolls in the area.
Once More into Darkness -- Jim C Thursday December 20th, 2012 7:28:06 PM
The smell of fresh cinnamon buns, combined with the stench of bile and decay lends an unusual ambience to the area. Needless to say, no one will be wanting cinnamon buns for a while after this.
Down in the pit, nothing stirs. Nothing looks up at you as you gather your resolve. Nothing is waiting, in the dark.
I will let you know when you've overcome the feeling of Nausea.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) d20+18=24 ; Thursday December 20th, 2012 8:09:18 PM
Not seeing anything anything below Beri does a quick scan of the walls and ceiling perception=24 (28 for traps)
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr Thursday December 20th, 2012 9:24:49 PM
Restlin starts down the stairwell because darnit, someone has to. He will descend until it's dark enough to activate his sword's intelligence.
"Gloomy, are you ready for this? Could get ugly." he thinks to the blade.
Once More into Darkness -- Jim C Friday December 21st, 2012 3:07:11 PM
Taking the lead, Restlin begins down the winding staircase. To his left, he see's a stone with a light spell announcing their presence in the cavern as it sails down into darkness and is swallowed whole by it. Even from this distance, the light is not apparent--it must be a very deep pit.
David F posting for Zane Friday December 21st, 2012 4:24:41 PM
Zane follows Restlin into the pit. He remains ready to fire his bow, or drop it to melee if he needs to.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Friday December 21st, 2012 5:16:56 PM
Zeoll, still suffering the dry heaves, does his best to keep up with the group. It is all he can do to lurch forward at half speed.
Status: Nauseated.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr Friday December 21st, 2012 8:09:40 PM
If he's able to, Restlin will cast mage hand and catch the stone before hurling it back up out of the hole.
"It's dark, it's deep, and whatever's at the bottom may not know we're here yet. Let's not go warning them."
Jim: the rock will fall approximately 600' before you can get your mage hand off, so it'll be out of range. Good try though.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 27/17/22 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Friday December 21st, 2012 8:29:51 PM
Wyaar can do little better than keep up with Zeoll.
Nauseated.
Once More into Darkness -- Jim C Friday December 21st, 2012 8:45:17 PM
The walls of the pit are smooth, but they would be because the stairway is cut into the side of the pit like a groove. It is dark, but not unnaturally so. Gloomy answers his master some 50' down the pit, "Right here master, by your side, until darkness claims you." Zeolls belt also speaks out,<scottish accent> "Ach, it smells like ass in here! Where in the nine levels of vomit hell have you brought us, Zoey, buddy? I shoulda stayed at home with those wee lasses, at least they smell like, well, nothing, whereas here it smells like Zozo's old loincloth after a month."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Friday December 21st, 2012 8:58:18 PM Whoa, Zeoll's belt has a sense of smell? That could come in handy! Though I have on idea how to shut the mouth of something that doesn't actually have a mouth. Why didn't they bring that belt anyway?
Bosk AC: 301/15/28 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday December 21st, 2012 10:19:36 PM
Bosk struggles to keep from dry heaving, fortunately he hadn't eaten otherwise he might be tasting his breakfaat again. He wonders if his panacea potion would help.
ooc: Can any spell deal wirh nausea? Did Bosk's heal or survival check help at all?
Jim: you determined you did indeed have nausea, bedrest is the key.
Once More into Darkness -- Jim C Saturday December 22nd, 2012 3:52:03 AM
100' down and the glow of the torches above begin to fade into the dark. Warm fetid air rises slowly, bringing with it a stronger, musty, fecal stench. The footing below your feet begins to narrow and become less defined--as if the workers had begun to hasten their cutting and with it, the quality of the work had decreased.
Please list in your next post how you are seeing in the dark--except Restlin, I know how he's doing it
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) d20+17=31 ; Saturday December 22nd, 2012 7:28:08 AM
OOC: Zeoll has no special light creation. He is using his low light vision, and, to the extent possible, his ears. You can make Perception checks at -20 to pinpoint the location of creatures by sound. The DC ranges from -10 for battle to 10 to hear a creature walking normally to a sneaky creature's stealth check. And there's a -1 per ten ft distance modifier.
Zeoll listens hard as the light dims. He tries to hear the person in front of him, so that he does not step on the fellow's heels. He tries to hear the person behind him so that he knows he is there. He rolls a 31, or an 11 to pinpoint locations, which should be enough to walk in line with his friends even in the pitch dark.
But he's still only taking a move action each round.
He says softly: "If therre's a fight, I'll be good forr nothing. Arre we surre this is a good idea?"
Wyaar (JonL) AC 27/17/22 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Saturday December 22nd, 2012 8:24:29 AM
Wyaa'r ioun torch spins around his head providing light out to 30'.
He meanwhile leans against the wall and puts hand over his mouth and then gives another hard swallow, "Zeoll is right.. if a fight comes I will be next to useless. It may be best to wait and give our stomachs time to settle and our senses to become accustomed to the.. smell."
Valla Crudarian HP: 45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* d20+11=14 ; d100=50 Saturday December 22nd, 2012 11:40:17 AM Useless in the dark is not good for this place; I'm able to create a light source large enough for us all to see I believe. Or multiple sources allowing us all to see.. The smell though; well, buck up buddy; you've been here before right?
Valla continues a few paces behind Bosk, arrow drawn and his bow frosted over, giving off a faint white glow.
Does anyone object to me casting light on a few of the steps below? giving us some light as we descend? I'm able to cast on spell from my book thats not prepared. But I'd rather not use it to cast Darkvision. We've just began this venture, and something tells me there will be light once we get out of this stairwell. So? Another light rock?
Valla still keeps aware, his keen ears and eyes trying to peer through the darkness with his low light vision; Perception: 14
======================= OOC: There is a 50% chance magic weapons give off light, like a torch, 20'. I'll say you roll for that for Vallas Bow, Let me know if it sheds light or not on your next post :) I figure you doing it is more fair than me saying " MY bow sheds light!" when it could be useful right now lol.
Jim: your bow does glimmer in the dark :)
Once More into Darkness -- Jim C Saturday December 22nd, 2012 1:46:27 PM How far will I go for vengeance? For the sake of redemption, Will I delve deeper into the dark? For the sake of absolution, Will I kill that which has shamed me?
And once this deed is done, Will I feel remorse? The regret I feel everyday, Will it subside? The peace I once knew?
I do not know, But this I do... Never again will it harm another Never again will it cause the shame The regret--that gnawing feeling Making me hollow inside.
With barely enough light to see the steps in front of them, the group continues bravely, or foolishly some would say, down the stairwell. It seems as if time had been stretched out--how long had they been walking precariously on these stone steps?
The smell grew stronger as they traveled deeper into the pit, and so too the darkness. It was palatable, as if you could reach out and touch it, beyond the thin veil of light that protected the group from the unknown.
Those that are still nauseated, please make a DC15 Fort save. If you save, you are no longer nauseated and have grown used to the smell.
Holiday posting -- Jim C Saturday December 22nd, 2012 1:55:58 PM
I will be here, everyday :)
Valla Crudarian HP: 45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* Saturday December 22nd, 2012 2:19:38 PM as will I; Except maybe Xmas day... It might be a late night posting that day. otherwise; DOWN THE STEPS BOSK!!!
Bosk AC: 301/15/28 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+14=30 ; Saturday December 22nd, 2012 2:37:37 PM
Bosk sheds some light on tje situaeion, since he has both Day Light and a Light Cantrip cast.
Fort Save = 30
Bosk AC: 301/15/28 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Saturday December 22nd, 2012 2:51:34 PM
Bosk moves down the steps, urged on by Valla and suddenly feeling better. Can everyone see all right? I can re-cast my light cantrip on someone else if need be. I don't need Day Light and a cantrip cast on myself.
The cleric quickly eats a candy cane and fills the air with a little minty freshness
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr - Invisibility - 10 minutes Saturday December 22nd, 2012 2:59:07 PM
Restlin stays just outside the range of his friends' light. "I will need to get them some way to see in the dark as well, won't I, Gloomy?" he thinks.
His eyes scan the darkness, still adjusting to his new vision. Unaccustomed to being at the front of the party, he constantly looks back to make sure his companions are still there. Nonetheless, he makes steady progress downwards.
***
Restlin will shift back up to the party should any danger present itself.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 27/17/22 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Saturday December 22nd, 2012 3:47:18 PM
Wyaar's stomach settles as well and he pulls out an arrow to rest it on his bow and hold it in place on case it is needed. He peers ahead and occasionally stops to Detect Evil down into the pit.
Valla Crudarian HP: 45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* Saturday December 22nd, 2012 5:46:18 PM I can see well enough for now big man. Valla reply's to Bosk. A slight smirk creeps onto the elf's face. An uncommon sight, if one were to know the elf at all, for Valla.
It feels good, being alone for two years. And those three haven't changed a bit. It's been long enough time for Ransy, Grendel and the others to have gone their own ways. Even Maikill; who seemed bent on following Grendels every foot fall. But these new fellows seem to have a heart of Justice, and hopefully a mind toward wealth as well. It's been too long since I've held a bag of gold in front of a merchant.
Valla thinks to himself absently as they descend some more. The smirk gone after the thoughts pass through his head. His face serious and concentrating; he knows his potion can't have much more time left.
=========== ooc: Has it been 5 mins since he drank the cats grace potion? Jim: almost
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) d20=5 ; d20+17=19 ; d20+15=16 ; Saturday December 22nd, 2012 6:54:57 PM
OOC: Zeoll's natural 5, for the moment, suffices to pass a DC15 Fort save. For the moment.
With a murmur of thanks, Zeoll's poor tummy settles. He concentrates on looking around and seeing and hearing what he can see and hear. He says to his friends, "Hold on a second, fellows."
Taking out his lens of tracking, he creeps to the front to check for tracks. Are they following in anyone's footprints? How old, how many, etc?
Perception: 19 Survival to Track: 16
Neither very impressive.
Bosk AC: 301/15/28 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Saturday December 22nd, 2012 8:45:55 PM
ooc: In game time Valla has been gone for only a couple months.
Jim: Valla thinks otherwise.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Saturday December 22nd, 2012 9:34:14 PM
Beriothian pulls out an ion torch and lets it loose around his head to see. ooc: I will be heading out of town tomorrow and may not get a chance to post for a day or two.
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C Sunday December 23rd, 2012 5:34:09 PM
With the way brightly lit now by Bosk's daylight spell and the addition of other light in the group, the fear of stumbling into one another is alleviated, but so is the group's element of surprise. Restlin finds that his sword, Gloomy, becomes dormant even in dim light and he would have to move out in front of the group more than 120' for the sword and it's powers to awaken.
Below, the pit bottom still cannot be seen. At this slow pace, and occasionally looking for traps, it may take gods know how long. Looking up, the group estimates they have traveled approximately 100' downward in a spiral so far.
David F posting for Zane Sunday December 23rd, 2012 7:02:08 PM
With enough light to see by from all of the other sources, Zane does not worry for his footing. What he does realize is that not being able to see very far makes his bow kind of pointless. As he moves he reaches back and puts the bow in his quiver. With a thought his quarter staff pops up and he pulls that out instead, the better to feel along if he needs to.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 27/17/22 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Monday December 24th, 2012 10:01:49 AM
Down, down, down they go.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr - Invisibility - 10 minutes Monday December 24th, 2012 12:54:55 PM
Unless something changes, Restlin will continue onward. If he doesn't have darkvision, he'll fall back to the middle of the group.
Valla Crudarian HP: 45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* Monday December 24th, 2012 1:32:09 PM
Valla will also continue downward, maybe even rushing Bosk a bit;
Bosk AC: 301/15/28 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Monday December 24th, 2012 3:17:56 PM
Bosk will keep moving down the stairs.
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C Monday December 24th, 2012 3:22:24 PM
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The group stops as the bottom of the pit comes into view. Moving a little more they see the floor is barren except for something in the middle, kneeling on both knees--a little girl. Dressed in a white dress that matches her pale skin, the little girl with raven hair and solid black eyes looks up at the group and says, "I have been waiting so long. I wasn't sure you would answer my summons. Now that you're here, I AM SO HUNGRY." She opens her mouth and several black tentacles erupt from her orifice, stretching her mouth impossibly, then her face rips open and the rest of the beast lunges forward from her mutilated carcass.
She is approximately 100 feet from you. You all are still on the stairs. Jumping down into the pit will hurt (8d6); She cannot be charged since it's not a straight line to her. Tentacles, many, are coming at you and will attack next round.
1 round of action due when you can post. I will be here everyday, checking several times, so I may process someones turn before someone else posts, but it won't advance the round to the next until everyone posts.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr - Invisibility - 10 minutes Monday December 24th, 2012 4:09:49 PM
OOC: That is messed up, Mr. Jim. I love it...
I will post soon, but family is on their way. Can't now.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 29/19/24 CMD 23 HP 62/62 Monday December 24th, 2012 4:55:47 PM
"We have come to send to back to whatever hell you came from. In the name of Queen Maab the protector I will see you fall." Wyaar shots back and then mutters a word and leaps off th stairs... And flies towards to middle of the pit in a horizontal line.
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Swift Action Smite on the evil beastie.
Standard Action Activate Fly on armor.
Move to fly to the middle if the pit.
Updated header AC to reflect smite bonus to AC
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) d20=14 ; d20+9=16 ; Monday December 24th, 2012 5:06:41 PM
DM Jim, are the tentacles each a separate individual, or are they attached to the monstrosity / girl thing?
Zeoll does his best to try to figure out what is going on ... with what are they faced? He makes a knowledge check ... the raw roll is a 14, which is Knowledge (Dungeoneering) 26 for aberrations, which maybe this is? It that roll gives Zeoll enough info to use his bard performance, he will do so.
If not, he'll use a memory domain reroll ... that gives him a revised result of 28.
So Zeoll either uses perform to help his friends against this thing, or he spends his time straining to recall some needed info. If the perform works, then it gives a "+1 insight bonus to AC and on attack rolls and saving throws against exceptional, supernatural, and spell-like abilities used by creatures of that specific kind of monster."
With his remaining move action, Zeoll back up the stairs a bit.
DM Sanity Info
Cradled Spells Prepped: lvl 0 - Innocence, Keen Senses, Beguiling Gift lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Deep Slumber, Jester's Jaunt; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Divination, SFF2, Euphoria; Memory Lapse
Bard Spells 0 of 7 first level spells used 0 of 4 second level spells used
Bard Perform: 1 rnd?
Natural Divination 0 of 1 saves bonuses unused 0 of 1 skills bonuses unused
Fey Magic 0 of 2 used
Memory Subdomain Recall power 0 of 12 used
Staves of curing 0 of 10 used 0 of 10 used
Jim: attached. you don't know what this thing is.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Tuesday December 25th, 2012 1:38:39 AM
Okay, I spent my round using the memory subdomain power (in vain, alas) and then falling back 30 ft.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 31/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr - Invisibility - 10 minutes Tuesday December 25th, 2012 6:55:08 AM
OOC: I'm not 100% on where the beast is, so I'm putting two possible actions down.
IF THE BEASTIE IS STILL ON THE GROUND:
"Tentacles, eh? Two can play at that game." The wizard casts black tentacles at the ground below this thing. He then moves 30' down the stairs before shifting an additional 15' down the stairs.
IF THE BEASTIE IS IN THE AIR COMING TOWARDS US:
"I apologize for this. It's quite unbecoming and completely against my personal ethos, but..." Restlin casts stinking cloud in the air around the beastie. He makes sure it's low enough that he can run an additional 30' down the steps & shift another 15' down without getting caught in it.
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Are my invisibility and mage armor gone? Do you consider activating the boots of levitation to be a free/move/standard action?
David F posting for Zane AC 30, HP 63/63,CMB 10 CMD 24 d20+13=33 ; Tuesday December 25th, 2012 5:04:36 PM
"She is approximately 100 feet from you" I am assuming that is 100 feet to get to the floor along the stairs and to the baddie, is that correct? Can we pass each other on the stairs? Zane will move 40 feet down the stairs and recast shield. How far from the bottom of the pit does this leave him? Acrobatics if needed to dodge around others on the stairs = 33
Effects on Zane Mage Armor +4 AC duration 3 hours Shield +4 AC duration 3 minutes
David F posting for Zane AC 30, HP 63/63,CMB 10 CMD 26 Tuesday December 25th, 2012 5:08:54 PM
correcting header
David F posting for Zane AC 30, HP 63/63,CMB 10 CMD 29 Tuesday December 25th, 2012 5:12:59 PM
OOC correcting header again, none of this is right on the CS, sorry
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Tuesday December 25th, 2012 5:49:18 PM
Beriothian throws a thunderstone in front of the body of the creature, just in case this thing can cast magic
Bosk AC: 301/15/28 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Tuesday December 25th, 2012 7:53:19 PM
ooc: How far is the enemy in a straight line for ranged attacks and spells? Also, can Bosk jump from 10 or 20 ft up to cut that distance off, but only take 1 or 2 d6 dmg?
Bosk AC: 301/15/28 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Wednesday December 26th, 2012 4:12:44 AM
ooc: Can we get a time for our long duration spells
As the tentacles approach Bosk remembers the mind flayer's abillity to grab people and suck their brains out and quickly casts Freedom of Movement on himself to prevent the things from grappling him. He then activates his boots of speed and moves quickly 70 ft down the stairs towards the strange creature below. All life hangs by a thread, I am that thread!!! Hope you are hungry for the taste of warm steel sliding down tour throat, because that is the last thing you'll be tasting tonight!
Actions -------------- Cast Freedom of Movement (Swift Action) Activate Boots of Speed (Free Action) Move 70 ft down stairs (30 ft added for boots of speed)
Valla Crudarian HP: 45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* d6=6 ; d6=4 ; d6=2 ; d6=3 ; d6=5 ; Wednesday December 26th, 2012 6:09:25 AM
Wow ;)
Valla shakes his head quickly at the odd surprise, What in the wold is this... Illithids arnt even THAT ugly!!
With a quick thought, then the grin spreads across Vallas lips as he lowers his voice and Bow, he sees Bosk begin moving quickly down the stairs, hoping to get his spell off before Bosk gets to close.
burn in hell or here in the wold, it makes no difference to me beast! He casts fireball at the monster, moving twenty feet down the stairs, the vanishing from his face before the flames go out.
fireball: 5d6+3=23 fire damage
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Thursday December 27th, 2012 10:06:48 AM
Zeoll watches carefully as he backpedals. What part of his repertoire would be effective against this odd thing? He ponders his options and wonders if he should rethink his skills and talents in light of menaces like these!
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C d20=17 ; d20=14 ; 8d6=30 ; d20=13 ; d20=12 ; d20=17 ; d20=17 ; d20=19 ; 4d10=18 ; 4d10=37 ; 4d10=11 ; 4d10=22 ; Thursday December 27th, 2012 9:41:50 PM
Challenging the black beast of the temple, Wyaar bravely jumps out and flies towards his foe, like some hero of old.
Concentrating on the creature before him, Zeoll realizes he's never heard of such a creature and can offer no help to the others in defeating it. Not wishing to stay at the forefront of battle, he tries to move to the back, but the narrow steps; this friends in his way, and his large frame finds that he cannot make such a tactical retreat.
Giving his usual smart-arse remark, Restlin casts Black Tentacles on the growing beast, but finds it is just too slimy to be grappled just right now. Activating any magic item is a standard action unless the item description states otherwise. It's been 5 minutes since you cast MA and Invis.
Zane, in an act of acrobatic impossibilities, makes his way around his companions further down the stairs and recasts his Shield spell. He figures he's about 60 from the bottom of the pit at this time.
Casting Freedom of Movement so as not to get grappled by the black beast, Bosk activates his boots of speed and try as he might, cannot get around Beri in front of him without bashing him into the wall. His footing slipping on the stones and moving at a greatly enhanced speed, the minotaur flails about and falls off the steps down into the pit--landing about 40' from the beast. Bosk takes 30pts of falling damage and is prone.
Grinning as he casts his fireball, Valla calls out to the beast and blasts it with burning flames as he moves down the stairs.
From the mutilated body of the girl, a black creature akin to a large octopus with 8 eyes (two vertical rows of four) and numerous tentacles, gargantuan in size, finishes egressing from the interdimensional space that the girl had provided it. With it tentacles, Wyaar, Bosk, Beri and Valla are struck soundly and each feel the life being sucked out of them through the razor rimmed sucker pads lining said tentacles.
Wyaar takes 18pts of damage Bosk takes 37pts of damage Beri takes 11pts of damage Valla takes 22pts of damage
All four please make a DC18 Will save or lose one level.
1 Round of actions please.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 50/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr - Tentacles: 6 rounds - Haste: 5 rounds Thursday December 27th, 2012 10:41:02 PM
"Maybe this wasn't such a fantastic idea afterall," is all the wizard can think. Seeing his friends in trouble, he pulls out a scroll of haste and casts it on the lot of them (5 targets affected - everyone except myself and Valla).
He then shifts himself another 15' down the staircase & should still be invisible.
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The tentacles persist for 6 more rounds. This thing will need to continue saving against them.
Ya'll know what haste does by now, right? Good...
Jim: Is this greater invis? it only has a duration of 1rd/level. If not, casting Black tentacles removed the invis.
Your word is law, Mr. Jim, but I always understood invisibility only ends if you directly attack. I didn't cast a spell on the critter, I cast it on an area...wait, I just read the spell description closer. You are correct. My bad...
Valla Crudarian HP: 23/45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* d20+8=17 ; d6=2 ; d6=3 ; d6=2 ; d6=4 ; d6=1 ; Friday December 28th, 2012 1:13:41 AM use hero point to get 21 will save
Valla winces as hes hit with the tentacle and then focusing his mind to the seriousness of this situation, and coming to grips with the fact that this reunion could be his downfall.
He decides an aggressive offense may keep him alive, he fires another fireball down at the slimy creature. (15dam)
Afterwards he will back up the staircase if possible, as far as he can. If not able to, he will pull his blink potion from his bag, ready to drink next round.
ooc: well, valla had fun, off to recreate me gnome ;)
Bosk AC: 301/15/28 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells d20+11=29 ; Friday December 28th, 2012 3:14:30 AM
Can Bosk use hid increased mobillity (free action that allows him to ignorr difficult terrain), to prevent him grom falling?
If not, Acrobatics check to avoid taking the first 10 ft of falling damage and falling unconcious = 29, needed 15= success (should I subtract 1/8 the fall damage?)
Lastly, did you include thd bonuses to Bosk's AC for Haste, protection from evil, magic circle against evil, and nemisis insight?
Jim: yes and yes
Bosk AC: 301/15/28 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday December 28th, 2012 3:20:33 AM
Also, since you can normally move through friendly squares, can I jump over Beri to avoid falling? (and I had said Bosk takes the lead, I don't believe Beri ever asked to take the lead).
Did any tentacles get AoO on Bosk? If so can he cast grace to avoid it?
Lastly, if Bosk was 100 ft away and the tentacles were half way to him, how does he fall 80 ft down a winding stairs and end 40ft from the eneny and next to the tentacles? Am I flanking him?
(I wouldn't be this picky if I didn't go from full to negative hp by walking forward)
Jim: no and the creature grew to gargantuan size.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Friday December 28th, 2012 3:22:36 AM
Ooc did my attack yield no results?
Jim: correct
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) d20+6=8 ; d20+6=21 ; Friday December 28th, 2012 3:37:07 AM
Ooc: post coming later just rolling for planning purposes. Roll 1 fail Reroll using luck charm. Sucess.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Friday December 28th, 2012 3:50:12 AM
Ooc: there is no map, but am I correct from the description that there is no chance of flanking this thing?
Jim: it's gargantuan and in the middle the pit, so if you can avoid the tentacles, sure, you can flank it.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Friday December 28th, 2012 4:25:53 AM
Zeoll struggles with his fear. He is trapped! Can't move! Almost he chooses to use his Jester's Jaunt mini-teleport to just get out.
But summoning reserves of courage, he shouts down at the creature, "HEY! YOU! TENTACLE THING! I SUGGEST YOU RRUN AWAY FROM US AND LEAVE US ALONE!"
Zeoll is glad it spoke first -- at least he knows they share a common language.
OOC: Casting Suggestion. The will save DC is 23.
DM Sanity Info
Cradled Spells Prepped: lvl 0 - Innocence, Keen Senses, Beguiling Gift lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Deep Slumber, Jester's Jaunt; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Divination, SFF2, Euphoria; Memory Lapse
Bard Spells 0 of 7 first level spells used 0 of 4 second level spells used
Bard Perform: 0 rnds used
Natural Divination 0 of 1 saves bonuses unused 0 of 1 skills bonuses unused
Fey Magic 0 of 2 used
Memory Subdomain Recall power 1 of 12 used
Staves of curing 0 of 10 used 0 of 10 used
David F posting for Zane AC 35/31/29, HP 63/63,CMB 10 CMD 29 d20+13=19 ; d20+9=28 ; 2d8+5=11 ; d6=3 ; d6=6 ; Friday December 28th, 2012 4:23:43 PM
Zane focuses his Ki and makes himself harder to hit ( use 1 ki point to gain a +4 dodge bonus to AC for 1 round) Taking advantage of the Haste Spell Zane moves the rest of the way into the beast's reach and delivers a stunning blow with his clenched fist. While doing so he bobs and weaves like a Taur possessed trying to avoid the tentacles that surly seem to do more than just slap at his companions. Acrobatics=19, probably not enough to avoid AoO's Stunning fist hits AC 28 for 11+9 holy damage, DC 15 fort save or stunned for 1 round this attack is holy, good, blunt and Magic for purposes of bypassing DR. Zane looks on nervously, hoping Bosk's fall looked worse than it really was and hoping he will heal himself and get back up while Zane distracts the beast. Effects on Zane Mage Armor Shield Haste
Wyaar (JonL) AC 30/19/25 CMD 23 HP 54/62 d20+14=26 ; d20+9=16 ; d20+14=17 ; d20+14=22 ; d6=1 ; d8+23=31 ; d8+23=24 ; d8+17=23 ; d8+17=24 ; d8+17=25 ; Friday December 28th, 2012 4:27:55 PM
Wyaar ignores the pain and the life sucking force of the tentacle swipe as he sets to motion. His had grazes over his arm as moves with magically enhance speed and sends a barrage of faith empowered arrows at the creature.
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Lay on hands to heal 10 HP
Will save 24
Hover fly check 20 something beats DC 15
Miltishot, rapid shot, deadly aim, cradled grateful combat, smite, hasted, GMW attacks. Ignore any DR Forgot GWM damage bonus in rolls, added below.
Attack 1 (Miltishot). Hit AC 26 for 58 damage Attack 2: likely miss AC 16 for 24 damage Rapid shot: AC 17 for 24 damage Haste attack: hit AC 22 for 25 damage
Bosk AC: 301/15/28 CMD:23 HP 64 of 64 Spells Friday December 28th, 2012 6:09:54 PM
ooc: If I use increased mobillity to not fall what will his HP loss be for the round?
Jim: no, email reply sent.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Friday December 28th, 2012 6:21:43 PM Bosk couldnt get past me... dang, I must be getting fat eating all that human food. Beri activatez his hast boots and runs down the stairs, keeping just far enough in front not to hinder anyones actions, but close enough he can still work with the group (maybe farther if Bosk stil needz help and is close enoufh to reach)
Ooc: more coming after I see what Bosk does and if I can reach him.
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C Saturday December 29th, 2012 4:51:49 PM
Quipping that is may have not been a fantastic idea afterall, Restlin hurridly extricates a scroll of Haste from his person and casts it on everyone except Valla and himself. Using his new power of shifting, he moves 15' further down the staircase (now 70' above the pit).
Wincing at the pain of the attack, Valla casts a fireball at the creature and maybe due to the stress of combat, the spell is't very effective, but placement is as it burns deep in the creature. Moving up away from battle, Valla pulls out his potion of Blink to use. (100' above pit).
Zeoll finds he just can't move around on this narrow 3' wide staircase. Calling out to the great tentacled beast, the creature turns one of his eight eyes at the Liontaur and winks. Obviously he didn't take the Cradled Seer's suggestion to heart--maybe because he doesn't have one.
Focusing his Ki, Zane charges headlong into the beast. Whatever attempt needed to avoid the incoming attacks of opportunity aren't needed as a tentacle flies by Zanes face, missing him by a mile. Upon reaching the creature, the minotaur monk delivers an impressive stunning blow which causes the creature to shudder, but not stun him.
Healing himself with his paladin ability, Wyaar then sends four deadly arrows down towards the beast, but only the first one injures it as it buries itself deep into it's slimy black flesh.
Not needing to activate his Boots of Speed, due to Restlins Haste spell, Beri thinks he could reach the bottom of the stairs if he does nothing else.
Waiting on Beri and Bosks actions before processing the creatures.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Saturday December 29th, 2012 5:29:00 PM
Ooc: if bosk doen not act put me af the bottom of the stairs. If he does post I should respond shortly.
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 24 of 64 Spells 4d8+7=22 ; d8=2 ; d20+15=18 ; Saturday December 29th, 2012 7:15:28 PM
Bosk hits the ground with a loud thud, shocked that Beri knocked him off the cliff. Immeditely he casts Grace on himself, stands up and heals himself.
Actions ----------------- Cast Grace on self (swift action, prevents AoO against Bosk) Stand up from prone Cast CCW on self in place of dimensional anchor, healed 23 dmg (1 rerolled for a 2, roll results below) Will Save = 18, made it
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Saturday December 29th, 2012 7:21:21 PM
Ooc: Beri still goes to the bottom of the stairs
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Saturday December 29th, 2012 9:54:58 PM
OOC: Friends, PLEASE send me a note if you miss a roll by just 1 or 2 or 3+. I may be able to give you that sweet retroactive boost needed for success! And after Jan. 7, those spells go bye-bye!
Valla Crudarian HP: 23/45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* Saturday December 29th, 2012 11:58:39 PM wish i known that for that will save, i missed by one. Used a hero point, :)
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C d20=11 ; d20=5 ; d20=15 ; d20=17 ; 4d10=21 ; 4d10=16 ; Sunday December 30th, 2012 6:50:26 PM
With Bosk healing himself, Beri moves to the bottom of the stairs just as the creature strikes out at Bosk while he casts his healing spell-- missing him barely, then strikes at him again and misses rather badly.
Turning his multiple tentacles to both Zane and Wyaar, he strikes both soundly.
Zane takes 21pts damage; Wyaar takes 16 pts damage (btw, he is just within tentacle range).
1 round of action, please.
David F posting for Zane AC 35/31/29, HP 63/63,CMB 10 CMD 29 d20+12=29 ; Sunday December 30th, 2012 7:53:31 PM
Will save is a 29 to avoid level loss. Did we need that? Zane waits for the others to act before pressing his attack. Hopefully either Bosk or someone else will be able to flank it and help the monk out.
OOC Jim, you were not in on the email. John is back in the hospital. I will continue to play him until he can be reliably online to do so. We worked out Zanes update to make him 1/7 compliant. He will become a Drow Sorcerer/ Dragon Disciple. Just so you know whats going on with him.
David F posting for Zane AC 35/31/29, HP 42/63,CMB 10 CMD 29 Sunday December 30th, 2012 7:54:09 PM
hp updated
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 24 of 64 Spells Sunday December 30th, 2012 8:14:06 PM
ooc: How far is Bosk from the other players, should he try to heal them?
Jim: 20-30' depending on who you're trying to heal. Wyaar is 60'+ from you.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 30/19/25 CMD 23 HP 47/62 d20+14=26 ; d20+14=30 ; d20+9=26 ; d20+14=22 ; d20+14=25 ; d20+23=39 ; d6=5 ; d8+23=24 ; d8+23=25 ; d8+17=25 ; d8+17=18 ; 3d6=9 ; Sunday December 30th, 2012 8:32:13 PM
Not wanting to change what's working Wyaar repeats. A brief glance of his hand reduces the swelling from the tentacle seat and another barrage of arrows are sent its way.
------ Lay on hands for 9 HP
Fly check beats hover DC
Full attack again
Multishot Attack One: Hit AC 30 for 49 damage Attack 2: Hit AC 26 for 25 damage Rapid Shot Attack: miss AC 22 Haste Attack: Maybe Hit AC 25 for 18 damage. Zeoll can boost this by one if needed!
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 50/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr - Tentacles: 6 rounds - Haste: 5 rounds Sunday December 30th, 2012 9:47:02 PM
Seeing his friends putting themselves in harms way, Restlin decides to help even the odds.
He calls forth a Hound Archon in a position that will allow Zane to flank the monstrosity. In clear and bold celestial, he calls to the archon to aid them in slaying this foe.
Range on Summon Monster IV is 50'. Restlin can move 30' and shift an additional 15. He won't get closer than he needs to. If he can't get there in one round, please let me know so I can change my action.
Edit: Cayzle pointed out the casting time is 1 round. Let me know if Restlin isn't close enough to the bottom to cast it w/o moving.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Sunday December 30th, 2012 11:06:22 PM
Zeoll casts his Summon Fey Friend II spell. It takes the round to cast. Next round, I'll roll randomly to see what appears.
Valla Crudarian HP: 23/45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* d4=3 ; Monday December 31st, 2012 12:12:08 PM Ugly... Slimy... Whatever you are...
Alittle worried about killing this thing, Valla sees without alittle push, the big ones may fall...
So, lets make 'em alittle bigger
Valla moves down the stairs to get in range to cast Enlarge Person on Zane. If he can drink the Blink potion while moving he will, if not he'll drop it. ============= No more fire.... Time to get alittle touchy
If he can't get in range this round to cast the spell on Zane; He will drink the potion, then casting Spectral Hand to appear half way between the beast and Valla. =========== IF Spectral Hand is cast, -3 hp from Valla and the Hand has 3hp, AC of 26 and Incorperal. Spectral Hand
David F posting for Zane AC 30/26/28, HP 42/63,CMB 10 CMD 27 d20+11=18 ; d20+11=19 ; d20+11=26 ; 3d8+7=18 ; d6=4 ; d6=4 ; d20+11=21 ; d8+7=15 ; d8=6 ; d8=6 ; d6=1 ; d6=5 ; Monday December 31st, 2012 4:26:35 PM
Zane feels his body grow, gaining both vitality and strength. He has felt this before, and knows that now is the time to strike. He launches a flurry of blows, enhanced by the haste spell and his new size. Zane is now huge.
1st attack hits AC 18, miss flurry hits AC 19 , miss Haste hits AC 26 for 18 damage + 8 holy damage
Already feeling the pain from the first Hit, Zane puts all of his eggs in one basket and pushes his ki to the limit and squeezes in one more attack
Ki attack hits AC 21( use a hero point to bump this to hit AC 23) for 27 damage + 6 holy damage
Panting from the exertion Zane curses his inability to connect on the first two strikes, they were just too feeble to get through the beast's hide. Knowing he had to make this count Zane uses some of his heroic resolve to hit just a little harder on his ki strike.
All attacks are blunt, magic,holy and good
Effects on Zane Haste Mage armor Shield Enlarge person Ki used 2/4 Hero points used 1/4
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 62/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Tuesday January 1st, 2013 5:20:32 AM
Ooc: can I get in flanki ng positoon this turn?
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 24 of 64 Spells Tuesday January 1st, 2013 4:40:29 PM
ooc: Just got back from Poland late last night. The trip took all day (and we spent about 3 hours going through customs). I'll post this afternoon, and get back to regular posting.
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells d8=7 ; d8=6 ; d8=6 ; d8=3 ; Tuesday January 1st, 2013 4:49:42 PM
Bosk, still weakened from being cast over the cliff recalls his grace spell and once again heals himself before moving into a flanking position to help as many of the Iron adventurer's land blows on the octupus as possible
Actions ------------- Use Pearl of power to recall grace Cast grace on self to avoid AoO (Swift Action) Activate Boost of Speed (free action) Convert Dimensional Anchor to CCW and heal self for 29 dmg Move into flanking position that helps the most player (Move Action)
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C d20=14 ; d8=7 ; d20=14 ; d20=15 ; 4d10=25 ; d20=8 ; d20=1 ; d20=20 ; d20=9 ; d20=10 ; d20=12 ; 4d10=13 ; 4d10=30 ; 4d10=4 ; Tuesday January 1st, 2013 6:01:25 PM
Even though he is barely in range of the beasts tentacles, Wyaar doesn't move as he sends another four arrows at the creature, two of which sink deep into the black flesh of the demigod causing it much pain.
Wanting to help Zane flank the beast with a Hound Archon, Restlin figures he would have to move full speed immediately to get down to the bottom of the stairs, then shift to get into position to place the Archon to help (next round), or cast it from here and have the Archon move into position, possibly drawing any attacks of opportunity in the doing os such( let me know which action you want to take).
Zeoll stays put and begins to summon a Fey Friend.
Also moving to help Zane, Valla drops his potion of Blink--which bounces off the steps into the pit where it shatters and then casts Enlarge Person on Zane--but it will take some time, not quickly enough to help him in his next series of attacks (casting time 1 round).
Not yet affected by Valla's spell, Zane attacks with a flurry of blows, yet only one hits solidly, despite his best efforts.(at end of this round, before the beginning of the next, Zane will be huge)
Recalling his Grace spell, Bosk casts it upon himself, then activates his Boots of Speed and casts a CCW on himself--which draws an attack and hits him solidly, breaking his concentration and preventing him from healing himself, causing him to fall unconscious.
Bosk takes 25pts damage from an AOO(read Grace, it does not affect spellcasting) and does not heal the 29pts from the CCW, so he should be at -1. Please make a stabilize roll.
Beri runs to get into a flanking position--the beast paying him no attention as it was occupied with Bosk's attempt to cast spells within it's reach. He soon finds himself flanking the great creature with Zane's help.
Striking out at those two who are hurting it, Wyaar almost laughs as the beast swings wildly and slaps itself, but the next attack is nearly a critical one as Wyaar is slammed hard with its counterattack (Take 13pts damage)
Zane isn't as lucky as he's hit twice, however, the second blow is so feeble he thinks his sister would have hit him harder (Zane takes 34pts damage).
1 round of action please
Zane is now Huge
Zeoll's Fey Friend shows up
Restlins monster can show up now and move/charge, or he can wait to place it next turn and have it make a full attack round--up to him.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 51/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) d20+12=22 ; d20+12=27 ; d20+12=24 ; d6+2=6 ; d6+2=5 ; d6+2=8 ; 4d6=12 ; 4d6=9 ; 4d6=16 ; Tuesday January 1st, 2013 6:32:10 PM
Having positioned himself in advantageous spot, Beriothian sets his rapiers to work. The blades fly in andn out of the beast, hopefully the steelgrass will have struck true.
(Full round attack, plus a bonus haste attack).
Attack 1 Attack =22 Damag = 6 Sneak attack =12
Attack 2 Attack =27 Damag = 5 Sneak attack =9
Attack 3 Attack =24 Damag = 8 Sneak attack =16
Ooc: +1 to ac and reflex saves for haste
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells d20=14 ; d20=19 ; Tuesday January 1st, 2013 6:50:28 PM
ooc: Rolls to stabilize Bosk and regain consciousness
Wyaar (JonL) AC 30/19/25 CMD 23 HP 46/62 d20+14=26 ; d20+14=30 ; d20+9=26 ; d20+14=22 ; d20+14=25 ; 3d6=12 ; d8+23=31 ; d8+23=24 ; d8+17=24 ; d8+17=25 ; Tuesday January 1st, 2013 7:06:42 PM
Rinse and repeat.
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Lay in hands for 12 Fly check beats DC 15
Multi attack hit AC 30 for 55 damage Second attack by AC 26 for 24 Haste attack hit AC 25 for 25 (Zeoll look here!)
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 50/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr - Tentacles: 6 rounds - Haste: 5 rounds Tuesday January 1st, 2013 7:10:06 PM
Restlin can't quite make it to where he wants to be, but wants this thing's attention off Bosk. He summons the creature before he reaches his destination & instructs it to charge forth.
OOC: Summon now, have it charge if possible. If I do that, I'm free to act normally this round, yes?
Jim: Yes
David F posting for Zane AC 29/25/27, HP 8/63,CMB 10 CMD 27 d20+11=25 ; d20+11=24 ; d20+11=14 ; d20+11=24 ; 3d8+7=21 ; d6=3 ; d6=5 ; 3d8+7=16 ; d6=2 ; d6=1 ; 3d8+7=22 ; d6=3 ; d6=5 ; Tuesday January 1st, 2013 7:11:33 PM
Zane coughs blood as the beast hits him twice. Through the res haze that has become his vision, Zane can see that some of his friends have joined him in the pit with this...thing. " Sorry guys, I think my bravado is about to get us all killed, It has been an honor." Zane again launches a flurry of blows, hoping to end the beast before it ends him. 1st attack Hits AC 25 ( Hero point to boot to AC 27) for 21 damage + 8 holy damage Haste hit AC 24( hero point to boost to AC 26) for 16 damage + 3 holy damage Flurry hits AC 14 miss Ki attack hits AC 24( hero point to boost to AC 26) for 22 damage + 8 holy damage total 59 damage + 19 holy damage
Effects on Zane Haste Mage armor Shield Enlarge person Ki used 3/4 Hero points used 4/4
Valla Crudarian HP: 23/45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* d6=5 ; d6=6 ; d6=3 ; d6=5 ; d6=2 ; Tuesday January 1st, 2013 10:42:51 PM
Valla snags the javelin of lightning off his back, he moves down the steps toward the beast and then throws the javelin down the middle of the spiral staircase.
The metal spear soars and transforms striking the beast with the wrath o of Vallas anger.
21 damage, reflex 14 for half I dont see this ending well, but the beast or us. We walk away or its got dinner for a week...
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 50/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr - Tentacles: 4 rounds - Haste: 3 rounds Tuesday January 1st, 2013 11:14:09 PM
Restlin calls forth the power stored in his sword cane to cast fly on himself. He then shoots straight up as fast as he can, using his shift ability to gain altitude faster.
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Jim, my goal is get get 150' above this thing. I can shift 15' up and ascend 30' using fly. How many rounds are we looking at?
Jim: two rounds. At that distance you can't be seen and will be in full darkness, but with Bosks daylight and other light spells, will be able to target at -2 to hit.
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells Tuesday January 1st, 2013 11:41:00 PM
Bosk stabilizes, but gears the far off words of Gimp lingering in the air as if he is waiting and watching to see the cleric's fate.
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) d10=1 ; d20+7=15 ; Wednesday January 2nd, 2013 7:11:13 AM
OOC: Rolling a d10 for my fey friend: a 1 = An Assassin Vine. That's one step away from Zeoll's alignment, so the spell lasts eight rounds.
An Assassin Vine appears amid the carnage. If Zeoll can place it to flank, he will. It whips out at the tentacle beast with its vines. It slams AC15, a miss.
This round, Zeoll draws one of the party's curing staves and uses his Jester's Jaunt to teleport next to the downed Bosk.
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DM Sanity Info
Cradled Spells Prepped: lvl 0 - Innocence, Keen Senses, Beguiling Gift lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Deep Slumber, Jester's Jaunt; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Divination, SFF2, Euphoria; Memory Lapse
Bard Spells 0 of 7 first level spells used 0 of 4 second level spells used
Bard Perform: 0 rnds used
Natural Divination 0 of 1 saves bonuses unused 0 of 1 skills bonuses unused
Fey Magic 0 of 2 used
Memory Subdomain Recall power 1 of 12 used
Staves of curing 0 of 10 used 0 of 10 used
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C d20=17 ; d20=5 ; d20=13 ; d20=11 ; d20=11 ; 4d10=35 ; 4d10=21 ; 4d10=14 ; 4d10=17 ; Thursday January 3rd, 2013 4:46:18 PM
Like quick needlework against the beast, Beri's rapiers find it almost impossible to pierce the dense flesh, but one attack does succeed, drawing a spray of black ichor that coats the rogues blade.
Staying where he is, Wyaar fires again another volley of arrows and two sink deep causing the creature to cry out in pain.
Restlin's conjured monster surges forth from it's summoned area to engage the beast, hopefully to take notice away from Bosk and his perilous condition. (no rolls for attack?)
Saying his goodbyes as he fears the group is heading for the end of it's career, Zane pummels the creature mercilessly, ripping flesh as his fists tear into the beast three times.
Somehow, maybe it was the close proximity of the others, or the natural grounding of the earth below it, but the beast manages to shake off most of Valla's javelin of lightning as it sails through the air, lighting the pit and all it's remains of the deceased in a brief instant before it hits.
Zeolls summons are heard by an assassin vine. If an assassin vine could speak, it would more than likely scream out in fear at seeing the gargantuan beast it's meant to fight. It however does honor the summons and try as it might, however unsuccessfully, to slam the great black beast.
With arrows flying from above, rapiers and fists of fury from below, the beast from the pit ignores Bosk and Zeoll who has now appeared next to him and works to kill those hurting him the most.
With a slimy slap to the chest, Beri is slammed hard with a black tentacle that breaks a few ribs (take 35pts damage)
Attacking upwards, Wyaar is hit twice with the arms of the creature, that drive hardened spikes into him, penetrating his armor. (take 35pts damage)
With a final bash of his tentacle, the creature slams Zane to the ground, unmoving. (take 17pts damage)
1 round of action please
Sorry for my delay in posting, Wednesdays are tough for me. I'll make up for it with multiple postings as soon as people post their entire turn. We have until Sunday to finish this up... will be very close!
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) d20+7=14 ; d8=5 ; d8=7 ; Thursday January 3rd, 2013 5:12:25 PM
Assassin Vine (round 2 of 8): Attacks at +7 = a 14 = miss.
Zeoll uses the staff to cure Bosk: 20 hp curing.
He has a move action left, but he'll just hold on where he is, not wanting to provoke an AoO by moving.
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DM Sanity Info
Cradled Spells Prepped: lvl 0 - Innocence, Keen Senses, Beguiling Gift lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Deep Slumber, Jester's Jaunt; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Divination, SFF2, Euphoria; Memory Lapse
Bard Spells 0 of 7 first level spells used 0 of 4 second level spells used
Bard Perform: 0 rnds used
Natural Divination 0 of 1 saves bonuses unused 0 of 1 skills bonuses unused
The archon pops into existence & promptly wishes he hadn't. Still, evil is evil and it must be vanquished. The noble creature charges forth, drawing his greatsword & swinging it in one smooth motion. He roars as the initial swing sinks deep into this thing's hide (Greatswords crit on 19, confirmed w/ a 31).
Hit AC 32 for 22 damage.
Pressing the attack, it looks like this thing may be a one-trick pony. The rest of the archon's attacks bounce off harmlessly.
Restlin continues racing upwards as fast as his spell will carry him. As he races upwards, he pulls something from a pouch on his belt.
"Gloomy," he thinks to his sword now that he's out of Bosk's sunlight. "I'm going to do something really stupid that may trap you forever in this pit with an unspeakable monstrosity. Wish me luck!"
***
Let me know if I can still take a standard action, keeping in mind I can't act after I shift, meaning I'd only travel 30' up.
Jim: if you're taking a double move, no standard action. If your goal is 150', you're half way there.
David F posting for Zane AC 29/25/27, HP -10/63,CMB 10 CMD 27 d20-8=6 ; Thursday January 3rd, 2013 5:57:21 PM
The tentacle slam Zane back and down, and the minotaur fails to rise after the hit, a pool of blood slowly begins to form around his still body. Stabilize roll DC10 = 6 -1 hp
Effects on Zane Haste Mage armor Shield Enlarge person Ki used 3/4 Hero points used 4/4
Jim: FYI guys, Zane will die at the end of his turn when and if he hits -15.
David F posting for Zane AC 29/25/27, HP -10/63,CMB 10 CMD 27 Thursday January 3rd, 2013 6:38:17 PM
OOC Oh yeah, no character link so they wouldn't know Zane's con. Thanks for mentioning that. 8) Maybe Zane will just be reincarnated into whatever John and I cook up for the rewrite. When do you need that by Jim?
Jim: This is my last module for HC, the new DM's will have to address that on Jan 7th
Wyaar (JonL) AC 30/19/25 CMD 23 HP 15/62 d20+14=26 ; d20+14=30 ; d20+9=26 ; d20+14=22 ; d20+14=25 ; d8+23=24 ; d8+23=31 ; d8+17=23 ; d8+17=24 ; 3d6=4 ; Thursday January 3rd, 2013 6:49:22 PM
Wyaar grunts at the pain as the spikes drive in hard, but his hand glows softly and a smal scratch stops bleeding. He grits his teeth and sends more arrows at the beast, three shots landing in what might be his final effort. "Die you abomination. You have much to answer for!"
---- ... See previous round?
All rolls except lay on hands the EXACT same as last round?
Multiattack 1 ht AC 30 for 55 damage Attack 2 hit AC 26 for 23 damage Haste attack miss Rapid shot hit AC 27 (used hero point for boost) for 24 damage
Lay on hands 4 Fly was 26
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 53 of 64 Spells Thursday January 3rd, 2013 6:54:27 PM
ooc: How far is Bosk from Zane?
Jim: 30'
Valla Crudarian HP: 23/45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* d6=3 ; d6=2 ; d6=6 ; d6=3 ; d6=6 ; 5d6=19 (just a test); Thursday January 3rd, 2013 8:29:18 PM
Valla throws his last Javelin of Lightning at the beast.
Out of tricks, time for spells... This could get ugly...
Javelin: 20 shock damage... ========== Valla was 100' from the pit, he's moved down the stairs twice since then. He should be 40' from the pit now; If this isn't close enough to cast Scorching Ray at the beast (35 ft range), he will move (up to 30') down the stairs until he's within range. After throwing his last Javelin of lightning
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Thursday January 3rd, 2013 10:49:38 PM
OOC: Bosk, what's your hp total? You were rolling stabilize checks while your header said you had 53 hp?!
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 19 of 64 Spells Friday January 4th, 2013 12:40:56 AM
Bosk slowly opens his eyes as his life returns to him, and he sees Zeoll standing over him in addition to the cursed octopus.
Bosk's HP is at 19 (after Zeoll's healing, he was at -1) Actions will come latet, but I wanted to answer Zeoll's question.
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 19 of 64 Spells d6=6 ; d6=4 ; Friday January 4th, 2013 1:52:41 AM
Bosk continues laying prone and playing dead as he slowly moves his hand to his holy symbol and releases a wave of healing energy over everyone within 30 ft. He then continues to play dead, unless he sees an opening to safely stand up.
Actions -------- Channel energy, heal all within 30 ft for 10hp (SU, doesn't trigger AoO or require speaking) Hold Action-Stand if the creature uses its AoOs
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C Friday January 4th, 2013 12:43:37 PM
Waiting on Beri...
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 16/62 CMD = 34 (hero point spent) d8+3=11 ; Friday January 4th, 2013 1:24:55 PM
Beri stumbles back 5 steps and tries to catch his breath. From his pants-o-pleanty he removes a healing grog. quickly chugging the liquid, the elf feels the soothing liquid restore a bit of his strength.
healing = d8+3=11
Zeoll (HP49 of 49, AC23, CMD15) Friday January 4th, 2013 5:35:08 PM
Zeoll is glad to see Bosk awake, even if he himself did not need the healing. He sincerely hopes that remains true.
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C d20=18 ; d20=16 ; d20=10 ; d20=12 ; d20=4 ; 4d10=20 ; 4d10=14 ; 4d10=26 ; 4d10=18 ; Friday January 4th, 2013 5:36:17 PM
Try as he might, the assassin vine whips once more ineffectively at the gargantuan creature before, while it's summoner Zeoll heals Bosk to bring him back to consciousness.
With a superb swing of his blade, Restlin's hound archon cuts open a huge swath of flesh in the black beast, but fails to do the same with his followup swing. Restlin continues to fly upward and tells his sword, Gloomy, of a possible bad ending to all of this--the sword simply responds, "Until darkness claims us." (you are now 150' above the creature.)
Unseen to the normal eye, Zane's internal bleeding begins to clot and for now he is stable.
The paladin of Maab once more exacts his vengeance on the black beast as he sinks three more arrows into it, this time causing the creature to cry out in great pain, louder than before. If the paladin could tell from the eight solid black eyes he would be sure to know that all eight eyes were solely focused on him.
Throwing his last javelin of lightning, Valla grimaces as he sees it misses most of the beast. Determining he will have to move down the stairs to get in range of a scorching ray, the mage rushes to do so.
Healed partially and conscious, Bosk plays dead--or at attempts to as he grasps his holy symbol and releases a visible burst of energy that heals those in the immediate area. (this should affect Zane, Bosk, Zeoll, and Valla)
Stumbling back from the severe blow of the tentacle, Beri quickly downs a potion of healing, getting much needed relief.
Very angry at Wyaar, the creature strikes out at the paladin and hits him hard enough to cause him to become unconscious. The paladin flies and smacks into the wall of the pit and slowly drifts down to the pit's floor, where he lays on the bones of dead children, dying. (take 20pts damage)
Turning his attention to the Hound Archon, the creature drops a tentacle or two on him, severely injuring him (hound takes 40hp).
Seeing a liontaur so close and trying to heal someone, the black beast lashes out at Zeoll and hits him soundly. (take 18pts damage).
1 round of action please.
Zane should be at 0hp now.
I can process another turn today if everyone posts
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 50/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr - Tentacles: 4 rounds - Haste: 3 rounds d20+5=23 ; d6=4 ; d6=2 ; d6=1 ; d6=2 ; d6=2 ; d6=1 ; d6=2 ; d6=2 ; 6d6(2+1+3+6+1+6)=19 Friday January 4th, 2013 5:49:54 PM
The hound archon vanishes in a flash of white light as he returns home.
Meanwhile, 150' above the monstrosity, Restlin the Wizard holds forth the item he pulled out a few seconds before: a large black feather. With a thought, it turns into a large, hopefully very heavy anchor that promptly begins to fall on the behemoth's head.
He allows himself to float down 30' to prepare for what's next.
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SRD Page on falling objects. Since we're 150' above this thing, it does double damage. DC15 reflex for half damage IF this thing is aware there's an anchor dropping on his head. I'll leave that call to you. It requires a ranged touch attack: 23.
I'm going to roll a bunch of 6's & leave the decision on how large that anchor is to you. I can't find anything specific, but the swan boat anchor token it goes with holds 32 people plus gear, so we're not talking a kayak anchor here.
D6s in order:
4 2 1 2 2 1 2 2
(Seriously, what the heck?)
Jim: size of a thumbtack --> ::::)
WAIT! Wyarr's out of the way now. If I can change my action, I will do so. Otherwise, I think dropping an anchor on this thing's head is awesome.
***
Restlin is gravely concerned as another friend falls, but now that Wyarr's out of the way...
Reaching behind his head, he pulls Vera from the nice quiver Bosk made for him. "Change of plans, Gloomy. Let's live to see tomorrow, shall we?"
He takes aim and releases a fireball that detonates 10' above this stupid tentacle thing's stupid head.
***
I assume that 10' above the creature's head will hit it and NOT any of his friends. If it does hit one of them, he'll aim where they are not.
6d6 fireball: 19 damage, reflex DC14 for half.
Jim: You'll have to wait until next round. Anchors away!
This is going to be epic.
Valla Crudarian HP: 23/45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* d20+7=8 ; d20+7=12 ; d20+7=21 ; d6=4 ; d6=2 ; d6=4 ; d6=6 ; d6=3 ; d6=5 ; d6=2 ; d6=1 ; Friday January 4th, 2013 6:30:18 PM
Valla does what he knows best, casting his scorching ray at the beast, and the moving right back up the stairs to put distance between them once again.
====== Ray 1 ranged touch: 21 (used hero point for re-roll) 19 fire damage Ray 2 ranged touch: 7 miss i assume 11 fire damage, if its got a horrible touch ac ;)
Wyaar (JonL) AC 30/19/25 CMD 23 HP -6/62 d20-4=9 ; Friday January 4th, 2013 6:49:37 PM
Wyaar gasps at the tentacle slams into him and he hits the wall and knows no more. His body slowly drifts down to the ground and his bow clatters down first.
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Stabilize roll failed by one.
David F posting for Zane AC 29/25/27, HP 0/63,CMB 10 CMD 27 Friday January 4th, 2013 7:33:45 PM
Zane moans and prays that was all a nightmare. Then he sees the beast and all the tentacles and nearly cries out. Not a nightmare, but a reality that is death if it senses he is alive. Quiet as a mouse, Zane prays his friends can win the day, or heal him a little more so he can help them.
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 30 of 64 Spells d6=1 ; d6=5 ; d6=6 ; Friday January 4th, 2013 8:02:30 PM
Bosk will channel energy agaon to heal everyone 11 hp. Once again he will hold an action to stand up, triggerrd if the thing usea its AoOs.
ooc: Sorry for the brief post, I am out and posting on my phone.
Jim: this again will affect Zane, Bosk, Zeoll, Valla and even Wyaar.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 37/62 CMD = 34 (hero point spent) Friday January 4th, 2013 8:33:19 PM
ooc: since I don't have a map I can't figure out if I'm still able to flank.
Jim: yes you can, just imagine the scene and you bravely attacking from behind :)
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 37/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Friday January 4th, 2013 8:38:55 PM
ooc: rereading this, I think the hound is the only thing I can still flank with, is this correct?
Jim: Assassin vine is still plugging away
Zeoll (HP42 of 49, AC23, CMD15) d20+7=11 ; d8=5 ; d8=4 ; Friday January 4th, 2013 9:01:32 PM
Zeoll takes 18 and then heals 11 ... now down 7.
Assassin Vine (round 3 of 8): Tries a third time ... attacks at +7 = an 11 = miss.
Zeoll moves over to Zane. That surely provokes an AoO, but Zeoll figures he can take it, and it gets him to his friend in need. Then he uses the staff to cure Zane: 17 hp curing (plus the 11 from Bosk). Plus then Bosk can stand up, the big scaredy-taur!
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DM Sanity Info
Cradled Spells Prepped: lvl 0 - Innocence, Keen Senses, Beguiling Gift lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Deep Slumber, Jester's Jaunt; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Divination, SFF2, Euphoria; Memory Lapse
Bard Spells 0 of 7 first level spells used 0 of 4 second level spells used
Bard Perform: 0 rnds used
Natural Divination 0 of 1 saves bonuses unused 0 of 1 skills bonuses unused
Fey Magic 0 of 2 used
Memory Subdomain Recall power 1 of 12 used
Staves of curing 2 of 10 used 0 of 10 used
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 37/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) d20+12=16 ; d20+12=21 ; d20+12=19 ; d20+12=24 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; d6+2=5 ; 4d6=10 ; Friday January 4th, 2013 9:02:39 PM
The rogue struggles forward and makes a feeble attempt to again pierce the creatures tough skin, but seems to have a hard time of it. The rogues eyes flash, and he makes one last valiant effort to make this beast pay (hero point used), and thrusts his rapier with all his might.
Heroic=1 (hero point regained) Heroic=1 (hero point regained)
Ooc: +1 to attack, ac and reflex saves for haste
Wyaar (JonL) AC 30/19/25 CMD 23 HP 15/62 3d6=10 ; d20+15=26 ; d8+23=25 ; Friday January 4th, 2013 9:11:54 PM
Wyaar sucks in a sudden breath as Bosk's healing flows over go and a hand moves to slap himself in the chest for another jolt of life. He flies straight upwards 10' from his current position and draws his spear from his quiver to throw it at the eight eyes beast with precision aim and righteous wrath.
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Lay on hands for 10
Draw spear as part of move action. Not standing from prone since he is flying, just going upwards.
Spear throw figures within 20' of the thing. I think that's right. Deadly aim, smite, poit blank, graceful combat to damage. Hit AC 26 for 25 damage
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 30 of 64 Spells Friday January 4th, 2013 9:34:26 PM
ooc: Good call on the flying. I need to remember that. Also, just FYI, that was my last channel energy.
Zeoll (HP42 of 49, AC23, CMD15) 2d4=7 ; Friday January 4th, 2013 9:39:53 PM
Zeoll uses his powerful Gallant Inspiration in the hope of turning Beri's nearest miss into a hit ... he adds +2d4 retroactively to a roll ... and the spell adds +7 to Beri's attack! Woo hoo!
Zeoll (HP42 of 49, AC24, CMD15) Friday January 4th, 2013 9:41:07 PM
Oh, and Zeoll's AC goes to 24 with the haste!
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 37/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) d6+2=7 ; 4d6=12 ; Friday January 4th, 2013 9:58:42 PM
Beriothian feels his hand being guided, and notices that an attack he had though would miss ended up striking truer that he would have dreamed!
damage = 7 sneak attack = 12
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C d6=6 ; 20d6=58 ; d20=11 ; 4d10=22 ; d20=15 ; d20=18 ; d20=4 ; d20=14 ; 4d10=16 ; 4d10=16 ; 4d10=28 ; 4d10=22 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 1:58:33 AM
With his hound archon smashed into nothingness, Restlin from his position high above the black beast lets loose a magical feather token, which promptly turns into an anchor--A COLOSSAL SIZED ANCHOR. The sudden appearance of the 65' long metal anchor pushes Restlin out of the way as it suddenly expands and begins it's freefall down to it's target. Those below, those that survive this day, will remember the moment they saw such a huge anchor appear out of nowhere and smash into the great creature, much to it's surprise--losing two of it's eyes in the process as the tip of the anchor pops them out of their sockets and then lays on top of it. Yet, even this is not enough to kill it outright, it still lives.
Having moved in range, Valla burns a horrid scar across then beast with his scorching ray. If it could scream even more, it would.
Channeling his energy again, Bosk heals those around him, while still trying to play dead--but not very convincingly.
Risking harm to himself, Zeoll moves forward to heal Zane and gets slammed with a black tentacle for his efforts, (AoO, take 22pts damage) but manages to still heal Zane.
Seeing Zeoll getting attacked, Bosk takes his chance and struggles to his hooves (now standing).
Stabbing like a madman, Beri--with inspiration from Zeoll's spell, pierces the creatures hide twice more, and twice more the deep thrusts are answered by sprays of black ichor.
Healed partially by Bosks channeling, Wyaar rises into the air due to his magical armor, pulls out a spear and throws it with all the strength he can muster at the creature, sinking it deep into the side of the beasts oblong head.
Zane is conscious and can take two rounds of action so I can post now.
The creature, on it's last legs--the weight of the anchor crushing him, the multiple arrows, torn flesh and spells thrown at him getting past his natural damage reduction are almost too much, but it fights on and lashes out.
Wyaar is the first to be hit and it once again it slams him to the ground and unconscious (take 16pts damage).
Beri is next as it back-tentacles him with a strong blow (take 16pts damage).
Zeoll is the unfortunate receipient of a very strong slam to his back, possibly breaking it and sending him into a painful cloud of unconsciousness (take 28pts damage).
Finally it is Bosk, now risen to his hooves, that receives the last blow that nearly sends him flat on his back once again (take 22pts damage).
1 round please and I will post as soon as possible, even if it's from my iPhone.
Zane may take 2 rounds of action since he was conscious on this round, but hadn't posted yet.
p.s. I rolled randomly for the size and damage of the anchor... I couldn't believe it was colossal sized, lol :)
Zeoll (HP-8 of 49 and STABLE, AC24, CMD15) d20-7=9 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 6:59:13 AM
Taking 22+28 = 50 damage, Zeoll is down! He's at -8.
His stabilization roll at +1 con -8 vs DC10 is a 9, failure by 1!
He'll use a hero point retroactively for a +4 on the roll. He is Stable!
Used: 1 hero point.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 50/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr 6d6=15 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 8:13:08 AM
"You still hungry, you big stupid head? Well here, eat this too!"
Restlin reaches back and pulls Vera from his fancy quiver. He focuses on a spot 10' above the creature's head before uttering "kerblamo." A small red dot flies from the tip of Vera & explodes in a nice fireball, engulfing the creature.
***
Same as before, if Restlin can see that 10' above the thing's head includes his friends in the blast, he'll aim higher, or to the side, or somewhere his friends aren't.
15 damage - DC14 reflex for half.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 30/19/25 CMD 23 HP -2/62 d20=3 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 8:58:24 AM
Once again, Wyaar drifts to the ground and adds a bit of blood and perhaps a piece of tooth.
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Still dying
Valla Crudarian HP: 42/45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* d6=5 ; d6=1 ; d6=5 ; d6=6 ; d6=4 ; d4=2 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 10:20:16 AM
Valla grins a sky grin as he watches this huge anchor drop in front of is eyes.
i bet it felt that! he thinks as he calls on the power of his special bow, it glows a fiery red, he pulls back the string and lets loose yet another fireball at the beast, aiming so he wont hit his friends.
Then, calling on his own strength he musters up the energy to cast his spectral hand as well. === Cast fire ball with bonded weapon, 24 fire dam, ref 14 for half Use hero point for extra standard action, casting spectral hand 30' from the beast.
David F posting for Zane AC 29/25/27, HP 26/63,CMB 10 CMD 27 d8+1=9 ; d20+11=28 ; 3d8+7=25 ; d6=5 ; d6=1 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 12:13:14 PM
Zane reaches into his gear and draws out a potion. He feeds this immediately to Zeoll on the premise that the more people standing, the better chance this dies. Max healing for 9 points... who knew it was a maximized potion. He whispers to Zeoll. " I'm gonna stand up first and slap this stupid beast, you follow so it doesn't knock you down again. Ready? GO!" End round 1 for Zane Zane launches himself to his feet, not rolling like every instinct in his head screams to so that the reflexes of the creature target him and not Zeoll beside him. He steps in and delivers another stunning blow to the beast, hoping to gain enough time for his friends to regroup and finish it off. Attack 1 hits AC 28 for 25 damage + 6 holy damage DC 14 fortitude save or stunned for 1 round " Remember me?" Zane spits through the blood he had been losing before his friends stood him back up. " I'm Back! Nice Anchor guys, I love what you've done with the place while I was gone. All that's left is to finish taking out the trash."
Effects on Zane Haste Mage armor Shield Enlarge person Ki used 3/4 Hero points used 4/4
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 8 of 64 Spells d20+9=13 ; d20+9=25 ; d6+4=7 ; d6=6 ; d6=5 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 12:20:43 PM
Angered that the octopus is still alive and that he can no longer channel energy to save his friends. Reaching back to draw his sword, he finds it is not there and remembers that he shrunk it in his glove of storing. Instead his hand closes on something hard and sticky, his fruit cake of doom! As he charges he thrusts the fruit cake deep into the creature's eye hole and the soft tissue behind
Hit ac 17, rerolled for 29. 7 bludgeoning dmg. (18 if sneak damage is allowed since the anchor took out its eyes and it if flanked!)
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 8 of 64 Spells Saturday January 5th, 2013 1:14:41 PM
I forgot to add that meant to start my turn by using my boots of speed and will start every round by using them until they run out.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 37/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) d20+12=23 ; d20+12=15 ; d20+12=21 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 3:43:07 PM
Beriothian dodges as he sees a giant anchor falling towards his head! Thankfully, it turns out that the aim was true, and the anchor never actually put him in real danger. Back on his feet the elf swings into action, but barely seems to scratch the creatures slimy flesh.
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C d20=5 ; d20=15 ; d20=17 ; 4d10=8 ; d20=19 ; d20=8 ; d20=13 ; d20=3 ; 4d10=21 ; 4d10=23 ; 4d10=19 ; 4d10=23 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 4:37:28 PM
Moaning in pain, Zeoll remains unconscious but at least he is stable for the moment.
Yelling from above, Restlin lets loose with a fireball from his favorite wand, Vera. It blossoms above the creature and burns delightfully to the mage's satisfaction, scorching the black flesh from it's carapace.
"Daddy, daddy, wake up!" comes the voice of the small halfling child in the ears of Wyaar, but he's not responding, his blood continues to trickle from his mouth as he continues to slowly die.
Calling upon the power of his bonded weapon, Valla also unleashes a fireball on the black beast of the pit, but it doesn't strike as precisely as Restlin's had.
Throwing caution to the wind, Zane had fed a potion to Zeoll to help him recover, and it has worked. Feeble, yet conscious, Zeoll watches as Zane jumps to his feet, almost dodges a blow to the chest from an incoming tentacle, but rolls with the punch well enough to deliver another solid blow against the creature--driving his hand into the beast past his elbow. (Zane takes 8pts of AoO damage. Lucky!)
Reaching for his sword, but not finding it, Bosk insteads brings out his newly acquired fruitcake--such an insidious confection and harder than adamantine some would say, that he lunges forward and clubs the beast in the raw hole that once was one of it's eight eyes.
Striking from behind again, this time Beri just doesn't seem to be able to pierce the tough hide of the beast.
Shuddering from the lack of blood and gasping for air, the great beast lashes out at Zane to drive him back and hits him solidly. (Zane takes 21pts damage)
Also lashing out at Bosk, the minotaur is slammed with a huge bloody black tentacle that nearly knocks the wind out of him. (Bosk takes 23pts damage)
The Assassin Vine ceases to exist as a huge tentacle slams it into non-descript vegetable matter (Assassin vine takes 19pts damage).
Beri also receives a lashing from a tentacles that breaks another rib (Beri takes 23pts damage).
1 round of action please.
I cannot post for another 7 hours, so I look forward to your replies :)
Wyaar (JonL) AC 30/19/25 CMD 23 HP -2/62 d20-1=12 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 4:58:53 PM
Wyaar lets out a wet, unhealthy sounding gurgle, but his breathing steadies.
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Stable
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 50/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr d20+3=7 ; d20+3=10 ; d6=5 ; d6=4 ; 6d6=20 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 5:14:41 PM
Restlin's worried about his friends, but realizes there's little he can do to help at this point.
Well, little he can do other than kill this thing, that is. He calls forth a lantern archon 40' below him (making it 80' above the creature) & calls out in celestial to attack. It flies down 50' & fires two energy rays at the creature.
Hit touch AC 7 for 5 damage Hit touch AC 10 for 4 damage
He then immediately throws another fireball from Vera, this one 9' above the creature's head (that should put the archon just out of range).
Hero point used for extra action - 20 fire damage, reflex DC14 for half.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 14/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Saturday January 5th, 2013 5:23:03 PM Hmm, I think I need to come up with a better strategy..
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 8 of 64 Spells Saturday January 5th, 2013 5:43:07 PM
fyi, Bosk is at -15 hp, he dies next round if I don't stabilize. Looking up my options and rules on cheat death.
Valla Crudarian HP: 42/45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* d20+10=24 ; d6=6 ; d6=3 ; d6=1 ; d6=3 ; d6=4 ; d20+10=21 ; d6=6 ; d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d6=4 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 5:59:20 PM if valla dies im rolling up a gnome ;)
Valla glares at the creature, keep dodging my fireballs ey? Ill show you, shocking time!! summoning his heroic abilities and casts it once more. Casting shocking grasp he lets his spectral hand deliver the spell, ==== Spectral hand has a 130' range, hit touch AC 24 for 20 shock damage Use hero point to cast 2nd shocking grasp, hit touch ac 21 for 22 shock damage
David F posting for Zane AC 29/25/27, HP -2/63,CMB 10 CMD 27 d20=6 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 6:16:47 PM
stabilize roll 6 Zane slumps to the ground after delivering his blow. A faint chuckle can be heard as he laughs at the irony of the situation.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 14/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Saturday January 5th, 2013 7:08:46 PM
ooc: Bosk, can you make your stabilization now roll so we can plan?
Valla Crudarian HP: 42/45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* Saturday January 5th, 2013 7:17:22 PM lets just keep on this thing, or heal bosk if we can. I cant heal bosk, and Im out of any good damage spells... those last two SGs were me final stand lol
Zeoll (HP15 of 49, AC24, CMD15) d8=3 ; d8=3 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 7:49:40 PM
Zeoll wakes to find himself somewhat healed and prone. He has one hit point!
He takes out his other staff and cures himself. 14 hp healing.
He crawls five feet closer to Bosk.
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DM Sanity Info
Cradled Spells Prepped: lvl 0 - Innocence, Keen Senses, Beguiling Gift lvl 1 - Suggestion, Heroism, Deep Slumber, Jester's Jaunt; Comp Lang lvl 2 - Divination, SFF2, Euphoria; Memory Lapse
Bard Spells 0 of 7 first level spells used 0 of 4 second level spells used
Bard Perform: 0 rnds used
Natural Divination 0 of 1 saves bonuses unused 0 of 1 skills bonuses unused
Fey Magic 0 of 2 used
Memory Subdomain Recall power 1 of 12 used
Staves of curing 2 of 10 used 1 of 10 used
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C d20=2 ; d20=18 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 10:36:54 PM
The flesh on the beast continues to burn away under Restlins attack and is both seared by Valla's attacks too--torn in many places and with everyone but Beri out of reach and causing the creature so much pain, the black beast pulls it together and speaks telepathically to those still conscious, "Submit to my will, surrender and you shall be spared."
Beri may take 1 round of action before:
Zeoll, Beri, Restlin and Valla please make a DC20 Will save or be under the beasts control.
Bosk is stable but has dropped his fruitcake.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 50/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr d20+10=14 ; 6d6=24 ; d20+3=22 ; d20+3=12 ; d6=5 ; d6=1 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 10:45:08 PM
OOC: Bosk is stable but has dropped his fruitcake. <--Needs to be a post verification quote.
Restlin feels the creature invade his thoughts. They come too quickly for him to stop them. Just like that, however, they're gone. He notices the last garnet on his Ring of Delayed Doom has turned to ash.
"One minute," he thinks to himself. "This thing needs to die soon."
He takes aim with Vera and blasts away again. 24 fire damage - DC14 reflex for half.
The archon also presses the attack.
Hit touch AC 22 for 5 damage. Hit touch AC 12 for 1 damage.
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 8 of 64 Spells d20=2 ; d20=5 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 10:54:24 PM
Bosk lays in a puddle of his own blood, unable to wake up from the horrible dream he was having where a giant fruitcake with eyes instead of fruit is chasing him. Fortunately the words of Gimp the Imp calling Boskee have faded from his hearing. What this means he cannot tell, but first thing first, he needs to escape from the fruitcake.
ooc: ignore the rolls. They were for last turn, but Jim beat me to it.
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 8 of 64 Spells Saturday January 5th, 2013 10:59:01 PM
Remember with the saving throws that Bosk has Magic Circle against evil cast on him. Everyone in range gets a +2 bonus on saves and get "another saving throw against any spells or effects that possess or exercise control over the creature"
Valla Crudarian HP: 42/45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* d20+11=21 ; d20+10=29 ; d20+10=16 ; d20+10=18 ; d20+10=12 ; d20+10=29 ; d6=6 ; d6=1 ; d6=2 ; d6=5 ; d6=4 ; d20+10=18 ; Saturday January 5th, 2013 11:44:59 PM
Valla feels the beast invade his mind, Never submit to the will of a monster. he thinks back (will: 21)
Lets see if its will is strong enough to resist these hehe He summons his heroic inborn abilites once more, sending spells at the beast through his spectral hand. He then moves down the stairs, I need to be within semi-close range of this thing to do damage with my bow... ==== Cast touch of fatigue first, uses hero point to cast chill touch. He casts touch of fatigue DC 14 fort save negates, or become fatigued.
Move action: Move down stairs 30 feet
Use 4th hero point for another standard action:
He cast chill touch 5 Touch Attacks: 1 Hit Touch AC: 29 for 9 cold Damage 2 Hit Touch AC: 16 for 4 cold Damage 3 Hit Touch AC: 18 for 5 cold Damage 4 Hit Touch AC: 12 for 8 cold Damage 5 Hit Touch AC: 29 for 7 cold Damage--Bonuses from "Intense Spells" is included-- +1 Str damage per touch; Fort DC 15 negates. Not clear if its one save for all or one per touch, your call Jim.
Fatigued Condition Highlight to display spoiler: { A fatigued character can neither run nor charge and takes a --2 penalty to Strength and Dexterity.} Edited for clarity
David F posting for Zane AC 29/25/27, HP -3/63,CMB 10 CMD 27 d20-2=16 ; Sunday January 6th, 2013 6:40:44 AM
Zane stabilizes and stops bleeding. He lies in a dreamless stae, wondering how his friends fare.
Zeoll (HP15 of 49, AC24, CMD15) d20+18=35 ; d8=8 ; d8=6 ; Sunday January 6th, 2013 7:58:41 AM
Zeoll easily resists the mental intrusion.
He sees that Zane is down, and in reach. He uses his staff: 22 hp healing to Zane.
He waits to see if the beast uses its AoO on someone else, and if so, then he stands up.
Wyaar (JonL) AC 30/19/25 CMD 23 HP -2/62 Sunday January 6th, 2013 8:49:38 AM
The paladin abides. Mostly dead, but not dying.
David F posting for Zane AC 29/25/27, HP -3/63,CMB 10 CMD 27 d20+11=23 ; d20+11=15 ; Sunday January 6th, 2013 9:41:47 AM
Zane opens his eyes, again roused from near death.He knows how hard it is to hit this beast so, he again rolls to his feet and slams the beast. He again tries to draw the beasts attention so that Zeoll can reach Bosk in time to save him. Using the last of his Ki he swings again Attack 1 hits AC 23 a miss Ki swing hits AC 15 a miss
Zeoll (HP15 of 49, AC24, CMD15) d4=4 ; d4=4 ; Sunday January 6th, 2013 12:16:21 PM
Zeoll uses another Gallant Inspiration to Zane's hit vs AC23 ... he retroactively adds 8 to the roll, so that it hits AC31!
Roll that damage, Zane!
Zeoll remains still, waiting for a chance to stand up if the monster uses its AoO on someone else.
David F posting for Zane AC 29/25/27, HP -3/63,CMB 10 CMD 27 3d8+7=13 ; d6=2 ; d6=5 ; Sunday January 6th, 2013 1:41:48 PM
13 damage +7 holy
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 8 of 64 Spells d8=8 ; Sunday January 6th, 2013 2:38:46 PM
Posting for Beri:
Beri reaches into his pocket and grabs a healing cookie and jams it into his mouth. Instantly he feels the bleeding stop. This was clearly a potent cookie.
Healed for 8 hp
Jim: Beri still has one more action. Hopefully he can post today as it will be the last day for me here on HC.
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C d20=3 ; Sunday January 6th, 2013 5:05:19 PM
Beri still has one more action. Hopefully he can post today as it will be the last day for me here on HC.
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 8 of 64 Spells d8=2 ; Sunday January 6th, 2013 5:15:01 PM
Beri said to eat another cookie, gained 2 hp. (And he will make sure someone picks up Bosk's fruitcake if the octopus dies.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 14/62 CMD = 23 (hero point spent) Sunday January 6th, 2013 6:44:03 PM
ooc: Sorry for not posting today, I've been incredibly sick all day. It's been great playing with you this last year, hopefully you will run another module with us in the future.
Deeper into Darkness -- Jim C d20=4 ; d20=10 ; d20=10 ; d20=4 ; d20=11 ; d20=14 ; Sunday January 6th, 2013 7:00:37 PM
The black beast cries out as its attempt to dominate the wills of his intended prey fail, "No... no, this cannot be, I am all powerful! I am eternal!" His cries are swiftly replied with a well-placed fireball from Restlin that burns away and then turns to ashes half of his skull. Valla also peppers the beast with multiple cold attacks that hit deep to the core of the creature. Yet it is Zane who rises up from Zeoll's healing, dodges a tentacle intent on sending him once more into darkness, and with the help of the liontaurs inspirational magic, drives his hand like a spear deep into the black beast--finds its heart, and rips it clean from its body.
The great black beast, demigod of the Illithid--devourer of children, throws off its mortal coil. Giving into the pain that assailed its body, the creature shudders and gasps for one last time. Beri noisily bites into his second healing cookie, watching in grim satisfaction as the creature that had caused the Iron Adventurers such shame so long ago, dies.
As the company assesses the situation, who needs healing and so forth, they start feeling a sense of calm overwhelming them. Could Zeoll have cast his well-known spell over the group? No. As the group looks about they see the glowing incorporeal spirits of those that had been sacrificed rise from their scattered skeletal remains. The pit area begins to swell with the light of those fed to the beast, their spirits rising slowly, their faces alight with the smiles of being free at last. Their voices, cries of laughter and joy rise with them as they ascend to journey to the Lands of Rest--a thousand or more innocent souls. So overwhelming is the positive energy being released in the sacrificial tomb, that the wounds of the those injured are completely healed--until the end when the last pair of souls, a pair of twins that had been sacrificed by the group, smile to the group, join hands and rise to join the rest to find peace.
The natural darkness soon returns, but is held back by the groups light spells. Restlin, not wishing to take any chances, places a few well-placed fireballs on the black beast of the pit, turning it completely to ashes. Gathering themselves and finding Bosks fruitcake a little charred--probably making it taste better, the group leaves the pit and teleports back home, safe and secure in the knowledge that this great evil they have vanquished will never return. Looking at the board that held the inscribed teleport circle to the temple, the careful eye can see the board has become warped and cracked along one of the inscribed magic circle lines and the magic is slowly ebbing away. Eventually the magic is gone and it is one less magic item the group must hide to keep out of the hands of those that would use it to do harm. Filled with positive energy and the knowledge that they have done great good for the Wold and for all of those lost souls formerly trapped in the pit, the Iron Adventurers take a little time to rest and reflect on what they have done--all within the warmth of their home and amongst fellow friends.
Thus concludes this module. Everyone is 8th level and receive 2 hero points for a job well done.
Also, each character has received a Sacred Gift. The next time your character fails a saving throw, it will automatically be passed thanks to saving the souls of all those children. One use only and on the first failed saving throw.
This also concludes my stint here as DM. It has been an honor and a privilege to DM you guys--you are the best, hands down. It has been a joy reading your posts and seeing your reactions to the precarious situations I have placed you in and I will miss it immensely. Good luck, good fortune and good health to you in your gaming and personal lives. I'll see ya around the boards, but I will always think fondly of the time we have spent here together. In the immortal words of Carol Burnett, I leave singing:
I'm so glad we had this time together, Just to have a laugh, or sing a song. Seems we just get started and before you know it Comes the time we have to say, "So long".
So long my friends :)
Bosk AC: 34/18/31 (+2 , _protection Evil, +1 Haste) CMD:23 HP 8 of 64 Spells Sunday January 6th, 2013 7:10:39 PM
So long Jim and happy brewing, we will miss you and the paranoia your modules inspire
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 21/14/19 CMD: 15 HP: 50/50 (Spells) - Mage Armor: 1hr d20+15=30 ; d20+15=21 ; Sunday January 6th, 2013 8:26:04 PM
Restlin watches as the souls depart. Satisfied that the beast is gone, he puts Vera back in his quiver. He looks to Bosk, hopeful that the minotaur can find some peace, but also hoping he doesn't lose that edge they've all come to love.
Once everyone is settled, Restlin takes off using the rest of his fly spell. He'll levitate up once the spell runs out. As he leaves his companion's light behind, he begins talking to Gloomy.
"You know, Gloomy. That may have been the only colossal anchor token in all the Wold, and I picked it up on a whim because...well, I'm not sure why I did. Just seemed like a good idea. I haven't been scratched in the last several adventures with the exception of Finn killing me, and that led to finding you and getting to ride a dragon. On top of all that, I manage to find a ring with one more use that saves me from becoming that thing's pet. Gloomy, I know a hint when I see one. You and I have work to do..."
The wizard arrives back home & watches the portal disappear. Exhausted, he retires to his room.
When he wakes up, he heads off to the WLA, finds the greenest adventurer he can find and hands him his remaining Ring of Delayed Doom. He finds a struggling wizard and hands him his extend metamagic rod. He sees a young boy trying to sneak up on his master & passes him his magical dagger. He finds two quarreling sorcerers & hands each a single wand. "Take care of Vera," he says to the shorter of the two. Lastly, he walks up to a mighty looking knight who can't seem to stop tripping over his own two feet & hands him a ring of feather falling.
He offers no explanation, saying only "it must be your lucky day," with a wink before moving on.
He makes a quick trip around mudtown trading in some of his more powerful enchanted items for weaker versions. He takes the money he earns in the process & purchases a small amount of platinum. Returning to the tower with a spring in his step & a whistle on his tongue, he heads up to his lavish room & breaks out the masterwork jeweler's kit. Working diligently & breaking only for meals & sleep, he crafts a masterful symbol of Wardd with a fine chain to match. When he is finished, he shines his light on it & is pleased. It is nearly the pinnacle of his ability. He slips the thing around his neck & offers his service to Wardd, god of luck.
Friends, he is as surprised as anyone when he receives a response.
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Mr. Jim, the honor is mine! I've spent all weekend refreshing this page, a behavior you've caused on many occasions. Thank you for one heck of a ride, and for humoring a wanna-be Mendicant.
Zeoll (HP15 of 49, AC24, CMD15) Sunday January 6th, 2013 8:40:38 PM
Zeoll watches in wonder as the souls fly away, and he strangely feels some part of his own soul join them and depart too.
When he stands up, he feels that this experience has altered him in profound ways.
But as he looks inward, he sees that he is still himself ... a liontaur born to a small distant isle, a hunter and lover of nature, an enchanting singer and lover of magic, and a seer who follows the urgings of his heart.
"Come my frriends," he says, with as strong an accent as ever. "I think we have yet morre adventurres ahead of us."
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Jim, I picked this game for my second PC because of your DMing, and we have had a great run. Many thanks!
David F posting for Zane AC 29/25/27, HP -3/63,CMB 10 CMD 27 Sunday January 6th, 2013 9:35:53 PM
OOC JIm, I have never had you as a DM before in The Wold. I hope that changes. The amount and quality of your description of the events and the rhythm and pace you set were awesome. Thank you. As for the rest of you guys, thanks for taking me in as Zane's replacement. He is in rehab now and we have been working on his character all weekend. Zane won't be a monk, nor a minotaur anymore, but he will still be a frontliner for you guys so long as you can keep John from making him a boom-mage.
Valla Crudarian HP: 42/45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* Sunday January 6th, 2013 10:34:18 PM
Valla watches the souls depart silently, his stare unwavering. how much longer would I have lasted without my friends showing up. How much longer until I too, was fed to this unholy beast god.
A genuine smile paints the scared face of this hurt elf. It stays for a few minutes and then he follows everyone back through the teleporter he couldn't seem to find so long ago. Once back in the tower he is very surprised to see how its been decorated, and them keeping an open room for him, Zeoll forseering his return no doubt. He takes some time to redo his bow and make himself a new cloak and super cool backpack.
After his time of crafting a bit, he finds time to do some research and fill his spell book a bit more. knowledge is power, Magic is Gold. Power and Gold rule the Wold. A slogan hes come to know as truth here in Hook City at least.
Finally he spends a few gold and time to add personal touches to his room. Mounting his fathers staff above his Darkwood bed, on the opposite side he creates his own arcane mark, The Crudarion Crest. Covering most of the wall opposite his bed, and finally a darkwood crafted trunk under his window, a simple lock protects what few things from his childhood he was able to keep over the years.
After spending the first few days back in Hook City alone, he finally gets out, goes to the catacombs and does some shopping and then finally spends time with his friends, new and old.
So, hows Hook City been treating everyone? Restlin, care to do a bit of spell sharing? Bosk, are you still that thread? Seems as though nothings changed in two years..
Valla Crudarian HP: 42/45 AC: 17/f14/t13 CMD:19 *Cats Grace/5mins* d20+17=20 ; d20+17=33 ; d20+17=36 ; d20+17=23 ; d20+17=36 ; Sunday January 6th, 2013 10:57:15 PM
First is to craft haversack 20 vs DC 19 2&3 for my bonded bow, +5dc for 2,000gp per day, 23&36 vs DC 16 4&5 are for cloak of resistance. 23&36 vs DC 10 If only allowed 4 xraft days the add 5 to dc for 4th roll to be for crafting it in one day. 23 vs DC 15 Im super new to crafting guys, but from what ive looked up for the past hour, all this is true and by the book. Am i wrong anywhere above?
Jim, farewell my friend. I to re-joined hook city to be under your contr- i mean DMing lol, it was great for this super epic return battle!! I hope you continue your style as you move around the wold, In the mean time, Ill see you in Bonetown right?
Zane Stormfront AC 27 CMD 23 HP 63/63 Sunday January 6th, 2013 11:27:12 PM
Zane, upon returning to the tower goes to his room and begins to meditate.
Outside the tower a sevre storm cloud is churning and appears to be getting stronger by the minute. Eventually Zane leaves his room for the open sky of the towers roof top guarden. As he sits there enjoying the storm cloud, a booming voice is heard by those in the tower. "No,no,no. This is all wrong, I need to correct this before it goes any further".
After that had been said, a bolt of lightning strikes Zane. Instead of killing him he transforms into a bronze dragon. The dragon gets struck by the second lightning bolt. This caused the bronze to peel of, allowing the red hide to be revieled. With the third lightning strike,Zane is once more transformed.
Where Zane was standing, there is now a slender Surface Drow. He has a lighter shade of blueish grey skin, his hair is stark white, except for a streak of purple down the middle. Only his back tattoo seems to remain of the old him.
Zeoll (HP15 of 49, AC24, CMD15) Monday January 7th, 2013 1:06:39 AM
Zeoll comes up to the roof just in time to see Zane change into a drow.
He has strong words for his friend, who he has seen undergo an incredible transformation.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: 14/13/12 CMD: 18 HP: 62/62 (Spells) Monday January 7th, 2013 9:56:08 AM
Restlin, hard at work on his new holy symbol, points to his spellbook at Valla's request.
"Help yourself, friend. I'll come look at yours when I'm finished here."
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The link to my spellbook is in my header.
Valla Crudarian HP: 56/56 AC: 20/ F: 16/ T: 14 CMD:21 Monday January 7th, 2013 10:20:08 AM
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