DM Kathy Monday December 5th, 2016 10:20:17 PM
You leave the Crescent Moons offices, excited about your new gear and your plan to take the fight to the Sahuagin. Boggs promises to be in touch about additional help for that last part.
In the meantime, you are inclined to follow Ethani and Asteria's suggestion to get a drink! Or perhaps you're just headed for home.
But as you cut through the Backstab Quarter, you hear raised, angry voices ahead of you.
"I ain't gotta take that from you!" one man yells. "We didn't have nothing to do with those fish guys, and you know it!"
"You Darts are always up to somethin'," another voice says. "Always playin' the angles. Well, this time it didn't work out for ya, did it?"
You hurry forward and find two small groups of men facing off against one another. All look like low-level thugs, the kind of dumb muscle who run errands for the major Houses but don't do a lot of the decision-making.
"You don't know what you're talkin' about!" the first voice says. Now you can see it belongs to a short, dark-haired man in a grubby blue cloak. Perception DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {His cloak-pin marks him as belonging to the House of Darts.}
"Oh I think I do," the second voice replies. Its owner, a big, beefy specimen in a brown tunic, steps forward to give the smaller man a shove. "And we ain't gotta put up with it!" Perception DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {He is wearing a wolf's-head ring, marking him as a member of the House of Wolves.}
"Need a lesson, do you?" The shorter man draws a rapier, and a half-second later, his three companions do the same. "Well, we'll be happy to oblige, won't we, boys?"
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+10=14 ; d20+7=23 ; Tuesday December 6th, 2016 5:18:16 PM
As Lornak walks with the group he acquiesces to Asteria's desire for the ring. How could he deny her something shiny?! "Whats better than a barbarian with finery? Take the ring with my blessing and know it makes you pretty." Lornak says to her sarcastically and laughs.
As he hears the scuffle ahead he almost recognizes which set of thugs are from which House but not quite. Listening to their talk he knows one side is from the Darts faction. He cannot place the other side. Either way a House war is not what Dirt City right now.
Lornak steps out of the shadows and yells at all parties(Diplomacy d20=23)
"Everyone Calm Down! Haven't we had enough blood shed this day?!"
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 d20+4=15 ; d20+3=14 ; Tuesday December 6th, 2016 6:49:47 PM
Dušan recognizes one group. Unfortunately he was not prepared with Guidance to identify the second group. (Perception D20+3+1 Guidance = 15, Perception D20+3=14) "Definitely dressed as Darts..." Dušan whispers as he pulls up short.
Dušan casts Touch of Glory on Lornak to aid in his attempt at Diplomacy.
I wasn't sure how many times I could use Guidance in a round. I assume I cast it any time I have a free minute, so the first time was cast previously.)
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 d20+10=15 ; Tuesday December 6th, 2016 7:24:03 PM
Var's ears perk up at the mention of drinks. "I like this priestess a lot more than our old one, already!" he says and grins.
Strolling through the streets Var reflects on the day. While he's still horrified by the loss of life and the scale of the attack, the young ranger feels buoyed by the fact that he's apart of an organization that's actually doing some good.
That feeling is somewhat dampened when they happen across the two arguing groups. (Perception: 15) He shrugs as Lornak attempts to de-escalate the situation. "Why would we care if these two bunches of dummies want to turn each other into pin-cushions? Let'em. It'll save us the trouble later, c'mon that ale won't drink itself." Var says, motioning for the group to keep moving.
Toston's keen eyes pick out both the Darts and the Wolves ready to go at it.
He says to his friends, "Looks like its a tussle between the Darts and the Wolves. These are their dumb muscle so we probably should try to cool them off. I don't suppose anyone knows how to cast calm emotions?"
Toston attempts to aid Lornak's attempt at diplomacy. (Diplomacy: 13 vs 10 ; so Lornak's diplomacy roll is now 29 with a plus 2 from Toston)
"Noble representatives from the houses of darts and wolves, we know neither of you have anything to do with the fish guys. Someone not affiliated with any house sold the Sahuagin their weapons, so please good sirs sheathe your weapons, before someone gets hurt."
Hmerrin(HP 50/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21) d20+2=9 ; Tuesday December 6th, 2016 8:53:43 PM
Hmerrin beams at Asteria, and happily takes up the axe.
"She heals and drinks," Hmerrin sums up about their latest companion. "Oh, I believe we are gonna get along just fine."
The young man falls in with his companions, headed to the nearest establishment, and then they stumble into these morons. Now, Hmerrin doesn't know blue cloak from brown tunic from his own cloak [Perception 9], so he settles in whilst the talky guys do their thing.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+9=14 ; d20+8=11 ; Tuesday December 6th, 2016 9:11:58 PM
Being raised a Dart, Will tries to figure out if he knows any of these fellas. (Knowledge- Local: 14) (Diplomacy: 11) "How about we settle down a bit here. Nothing a little mediation can take care of. There seems to be some suspicion about the old fish people flying around town." Wil's voice is a bit quieter than he would like, hopefully, he is heard. The disadvantages of such a large hood, he thinks. He decides to remove his hoods revealing a snake-like braid following the shape of the back of his head.
DM Kathy Tuesday December 6th, 2016 10:18:58 PM
You step up to the would-be combatants. Lornak and Toston are eloquent in their attempts to make peace, although Var wonders aloud why you should bother.
The two groups at least step back from one another, although no weapons get put away. "Hey!" says a halfling on the Wolf side. "Hey! I know them! It's those guys!" Given understandably blank looks from his two companions, he attempts to elaborate. "You know. Those guys?"
"What guys, Jabs?" Brown Tunic asks.
"Those guys," the halfling says insistently. "Those guys from the Arena. And I hear they're real cozy with the Darts."
"More'n I've heard," Blue Cloak mutters, but Jabs the halfling has Brown Tunic's full attention.
"Cozy with the Darts, is it?" he asks. He turns to you. "Say, what are you tryin' ta pull here?"
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] d20+10=27 ; Tuesday December 6th, 2016 10:22:24 PM
Rather happy to have obtained such a cool looking thing, the barbarian wears her new ring the entire time they drank, showing it off throughout the night. She makes sure to thank Lornak any chance she gets for the ring.
Asteria agrees with her companions. "Sis is pretty cool. I mean, she's blue! What is cooler than that?"
On their way home, Asteria spots the two goons. She doesn't really care who they are, just that they're fighting. She also steps out of the shadows, holding her axe menacingly. "Ey. Back off. No need to fight." Barbarian diplomacy at it's finest. (Intimidate: 27)
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+7=23 ; Wednesday December 7th, 2016 12:43:18 PM
"Trying to pull?!" Lornak angrily shouts as he muscles his way through the crowd. "I'm trying to drown the days events in a pint and a mind to sleep it off AFTER! You lot should do the same." Lornak turns away from them and continues to walk through the crowd defiantly. (Intimidate d20=23)
"C'mon guys." Lornak continues. "Lets get to the tavern."
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+9=18 ; Wednesday December 7th, 2016 1:12:10 PM
"I am in no means associated with the House of Dart!" Will shouts, visibly irritated. He then loads his crossbow and approaches the halfling with the Brown Tunic. "I think it would be wise for you to think before you speak again." (Intimidate: 18) "By the shadows and Gargul's might I will put a bolt through you!"
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16 d20=3 ; Wednesday December 7th, 2016 3:06:31 PM
Ethani looks consoling at the "Darts".
"I'm sorry, there's been quite a bit of tension today, and I really do owe these fine folk an alcoholic beverage or two for their services. You know how it is after a hard day of killing. You just want to go to the pub and unwind. My goodness, it's all I can do to say one eulogy and put the body in the ground before they've gone and killed the next poor fool that got in their way."
Ethani sighs over dramatically "And the poor things have another difficult day of killing ahead of them, so if you will please excuse us..." Ethani scoots part the Darts in a most un-intimidating fashion (Intimidate=3) .
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 d20+10=27 ; Wednesday December 7th, 2016 6:57:45 PM
'So we're doing the intimidation thing...' Dušan thinks to himself.
His years of being a witch has taught Dušan something about human nature. People can often scare themselves more than others can. Dušan finds the biggest brute and the middle ground between the eyes. Not looking at the brute, but through the individual as if they didn't matter. He casts Touch of Glory on himself. Everything needed to be said has been said. Dušan just walks through the crowd, and lets the brutes imagine the worst a practitioner of the Arcane can do them.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 Wednesday December 7th, 2016 6:59:49 PM
(ooc: Forgot to explain the roll if not obvious: Intimidation d20+7+3 Touch of Glory)
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:27/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 Wednesday December 7th, 2016 7:12:38 PM
Toston being a small orange gnome, isn't the most intimidating being so he decides to go a different route, "We are actually unaffiliated with any of the houses." Toston answers the Wolf, "We had a temporary alliance with the Darts against the upstart would-be House of Silver. Once that business was taken care of we returned to a neutral state with the Darts."
Hmerrin(HP 50/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21) d20+8=25 ; Wednesday December 7th, 2016 7:13:09 PM
Hmerrin steps in beside Asteria, and eyeing both groups with disdain, wordlessly pulls out his two axes.
[Intimidate 25]
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 d20+7=11 ; Wednesday December 7th, 2016 7:59:05 PM
Var 'tisks' loudly and rolls his eyes. "Look, pups, you don't want none of this." (Intimidate: 11)
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] Wednesday December 7th, 2016 9:20:50 PM
Asteria growls at the groups, eyeing them down menacingly. She sticks close to her team, just in case the groups try to attack.
DM Kathy d20+7=10 ; d20+6=25 ; d20+6=20 ; d20+9=26 ; d3=3 ; 3d6=13 ; Wednesday December 7th, 2016 10:25:28 PM
You try to intimidate the Wolves, with mixed success. They seem a bit intimidated. But sometimes, creatures who feel they've been backed into a corner decide to fight back, intimidated or not!
The Darts (whose mommas raised no fools) melt away as soon as the trouble starts, leaving you facing off against the three Wolves: Coyle, Thayer, and Jabs.
Coyle raises his halberd in an attack on Asteria. It swishes past her to clang into the cobblestones.
Meanwhile Thayer steps up to Toston, attacking with his fists in a very familiar monkish style. But Toston proves to be just a bit too well-armored.
The halfling called Jabs fires a hand crossbow at Wilford. He hits! Wilford takes 16 points of damage!
Remember that this encounter is taking place on the same day as the merfolk fight, so any resources you expended (spells, etc.) have not refreshed.
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16 Thursday December 8th, 2016 12:18:40 PM
Stepping forward and pulling out her Bull's Strength wand, Ethani calls out to Asteria. "Hey Sis, time for you to teach these guys a couple of lessons. Lemme help you out." She gently taps the barbarian, endowing her with Bull's Strength.
Reaching into her pack, Ethani withdraws a Bark Skin potion.
She calls out to the others "Now my good fellows, my arms are tired from all the work I've done today. Please don't kill them. I've run out of flowing words and nice sentiments."
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16) Thursday December 8th, 2016 12:33:23 PM
OOC: Spell info
Bull's Strength to Asteria: 50/50 rds
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+7=17 ; d20+7=22 ; Thursday December 8th, 2016 1:08:31 PM
Behind him Lornak hears an altercation begin. Frustrated he just sighs. "Oh come on..." He reluctantly turns around to face the aggravated Wolves and makes sure the Darts aren't part of the party too. (Perception d20=17)
He should have known puffing his chest would have triggered this response. "...its been a long day." He grumbles. He realizes he should have known better.
He swiftly brandishes his whip and rapier as he rushes up to backup Toston. (Swift action, Move action) He lashes out at the one called Thayer with his whip hoping to trip him. "There's been enough blood shed today." He thinks to himself. (Attack d20=22)
Toston tries to acrobatically move away from Thayer and Coyle without provoking attacks of opportunity from the two thugs (Acrobatics 10 vs Thayer's CMD to avoid AOO so Thayer most likely gets an AOO vs AC 18, Acrobatics 28 vs Coyle's CMD so Coyle most likely doesn't get an AOO vs Toston)
After he is done moving and safely out of range of all 3 combatants he casts the shield spell on himself.
DM Sanity Info: Highlight to display spoiler: { Wand of Mage Armor 46 charges 0th: acid splash, disrupt undead, light, toros taur try,detect magic- CL 2 (infinite) 1st: shield, chill touch CL 2 (DC 13) (3/5) Claws rounds left: (5/5) Stunning Fist (2/3) Fort Save: DC 15 Scorpion Style Fort Save : DC 15 }
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 d100=26 ; Thursday December 8th, 2016 7:23:24 PM
"Gargul, take it!" Dušan swears, "I'm too tired for this right now."
Reaching out, he spends the last of his Arcane reserve grasping a Lei Line to Empower A Cat's Grace Spell on Lornak.
(OOC: d100 = 26 Ley Roll, Spell is cast, Spell per day is spent. Total L1 0/0, L2 0/1 40 rounds Cat's Grace on Lornak: +4 enhancement bonus to Dexterity, adding the usual benefits to AC, Reflex saves, and other uses of the Dexterity modifier)
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/18; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+7=10 ; Thursday December 8th, 2016 8:01:11 PM
Will falls back in surprise. "Well that was just rude," he says with a snarl. Wil then steps away from the fight to nurse his wounds. He fires his crossbow but it's at the ground. His shoulder is warm to the touch, plus has a bolt stuck in it. He walks around Hmerrin to get a good shot at Jabs, his arm shaking. "Good job, you got shot," Cicero says from within his head. "I'm not a Dart!" Wil replied. "You sure showed him," Cicero added. Wil ignored him and readied the crossbow. "You should just summon me again." "It's a thought but this is a little tiff. I don't need you."
----- Spell List --- Orisons: Guidance x2, Virtue x2 Lv1: Summon Monster I, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor x2 - D: Touch of Darkness - Used Lv2: Summon Monster II - D: Longstrider Channel energy 2d6 Shadow amulet: SM2 1/day 3 rnds - Used
Asteria (sub Nellie, HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20) d20+12=29 ; d12+12=16 ; Thursday December 8th, 2016 9:33:50 PM
Cracking her neck, Asteria looks at Coyle, rage beginning to bubble to the surface. "Oh, you're gonna regret that!"
Feeling Ethani's magic flow through her, Asteria growls back at the cleric "No promises on the not killing part!"
Stepping forward, Asteria slams her axe down into the pike bearer. (AC 29 for 16)
Bull's Strength (from Ethani) Rd 50/50
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 d20+9=28 ; d6+3=4 ; Thursday December 8th, 2016 10:13:32 PM
Var steps around Ethani and draws his hand axes. "Okay.. your funerals." He says grimly.
Var takes a mighty cleave at Thayer (Attack: 28 vs AC; 4 Damage)
DM Kathy d20+6=20 ; d8=5 ; d20+9=28 ; d20+4=7 ; d10=5 ; d20+6=21 ; d20+6=17 ; d8=6 ; d20+9=26 ; d4=3 ; Thursday December 8th, 2016 10:48:30 PM
[I forgot again, but everybody please take 400 XP for the previous scene.)
Ethani casts Bull's Strength on Asteria, who wastes no time in smacking Coyle.
Lornak turns around and can see clearly that the Darts have scarpered. Using his whip, Lornak tries to trip Thayer, but the monk is just barely able to elude it.
Hmerrin, meanwhile, steps up to the halfling called Jabs and smacks him with an axe.
Toston attempts to dodge through his opponents, but isn't quite able to elude Thayer. His opportunity attack connects, and Toston takes another 8 damage. He casts a spell that will make it a lot harder to hit him now.
Dušan casts a Cat's Grace on Lornak.
Wilford attempts a return shot, but his injury distracts him, and Cicero isn't helping, no matter what he may think about it.
Var steps up with an axe for Thayer, which connects.
Thayer and Coyle both attack Asteria; Thayer has to step forward, and Coyle has to step back. Coyle swings his halbert twice, and hit once, for 8 damage. Thayer flurries and connects for 9 damage, and Asteria must succeed at a DC 15 Fortitude save or be stunned (Stunning Fist).
Jabs pokes a short sword at Hmerrin, and hits for 4 damage, before stepping back to be closer to his buddies.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/18; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+7=9 ; Friday December 9th, 2016 2:41:02 PM
Wil cast Guidance on Hmerrin, the closest to him. (+1 on one attack roll, saving throw, or skill check.) To Cicero's dismay. "Are you kidding me? Your going to let him defend your honor." Wil pretended to hear nothing. He then moved closer to the others to help where he could.
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:13/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 Friday December 9th, 2016 6:54:52 PM
Toston draws the wand of mage armor from his pocket and expands a charge to grant himself the benefit of its magic. He then takes a five foot step.
DM Sanity Info: Highlight to display spoiler: { Wand of Mage Armor 45 charges 0th: acid splash, disrupt undead, light, toros taur try,detect magic- CL 2 (infinite) 1st: shield, chill touch CL 2 (DC 13) (3/5) Claws rounds left: (5/5) Stunning Fist (2/3) Fort Save: DC 15 Scorpion Style Fort Save : DC 15 }
Hmerrin(HP 46/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21) d20+10=19 ; d8+7=9 ; d20+10=19 ; d6+4=9 ; Sunday December 11th, 2016 9:54:42 AM
Hmerrin flinches at the knife cut.
The young man's faces hardens. "Fine, we'll do it the hard way."
The fighter pursues Jabs and lets fly.
-- 5' step and full attack on Jabs (Guidance +1) Battleaxe hits ac 19 for 9 hp damage Handaxe hits ac 19 for 9 hp damage
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 Sunday December 11th, 2016 2:18:50 PM
Dušan surveys the scuffle happy there aren't more thugs. Asteria and Hmerrin seem to be holding there own with what's in front of them, but Coyle was holding a nasty piece of work that could make lives more difficult. Dušan focuses on the basics he learned and casts Daze on Coyle, hopping to distract him for at least a little while.
(OOC: Total L1 0/0, L2 0/1 link href="http://paizo.com/pathfinderRPG/prd/coreRulebook/spells/daze.html#daze"]Daze[/link] Saving Throw Will negates vs 13 39 rounds Cat's Grace on Lornak: +4 enhancement bonus to Dexterity, adding the usual benefits to AC, Reflex saves, and other uses of the Dexterity modifier)
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 d20+7=21 ; d20+7=15 ; d6+3=7 ; d6+1=5 ; Sunday December 11th, 2016 7:08:56 PM
Var brings both of his handaxes down on Thayer (21 vs. AC, 7 Damage; 15 vs. AC, 5 damage).
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16) Sunday December 11th, 2016 9:52:01 PM
Reaching over, Ethani hands her Barkskin to Toston. "Please, either drink this or give it to one of the others." she instructs.
Storing her wand in her belt, Ethani reaches for and removes her Shield of Faith wand. Since she knows that Asteria already has her Ring of Protection on, she turns her attention to Var. Tapping him lightly in the back, she grants him a little more protection, thinking that he just might need it.
Spells: Bull's Strength to Asteria: 49/50 rds remaining Shield of Faith to Var: =2 Deflection bonus to AC; 50/50 rds remaining Barkskin potion to Toston: 20/20 rds (whenever activated)
DM Kathy d20+9=18 ; d20+4=20 ; d10=8 ; d20+6=12 ; d20+6=22 ; d8=8 ; d20+9=18 ; Sunday December 11th, 2016 9:57:58 PM Wilford casts Guidance on Hmerrin, who loses no time unleashing some damage on Jabs.
Toston armors himself.
Dušan casts Daze on Coyle, who is unfortunately too robust to be a target of the spell. [OOC: Daze targets a creature of 4 HD or less; Coyle has more.]
Var attacks Thayer twice and hits once.
The Wolves shift position, and then all three target Asteria. Coyle hits her once, for 11 damage; Thayer hits her once, also for 11 damage; Jabs misses.
Asteria (sub Nellie, HP: 35/42; AC: 18; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20, Raging 12/12) d20+5=14 ; d20+15=20 ; d12+15=26 ; Sunday December 11th, 2016 10:16:46 PM
By the grace of the gods, Asteria is not stunned (Fort-14, Hero point makes it 15).
Allowing her anger to boil over into a full blow rage, Asteria focuses on Coyle again, determined to make him bleed some more. (AC 22, sorry forgot +1 for MW and should have been +16 to begin with; for 26 dam)
OOC: Drat! I really tried to get the post in before the DM post. Can she please, pleeeeease have this action before the next round?
Asteria (sub Nellie, HP: 13/42; AC: 18; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20, Bull's Strength 48/50, Raging 11/12) d20+17=26 ; d12+15=25 ; Sunday December 11th, 2016 11:16:21 PM
Ooooof! The combined blows of the two assailants hits Asteria hard!
"Bring it!" the barbarian screams out, high on her adrenaline rush. "I'll kill you both you little Wolf wanna bes!" Coyle firmly in her sights (unless last round did him in, in which case she switches to Thayer), she slams down her greataxe again, once more with devastating results (AC26 for 25).
Total damage to Coyle: 16+26+25=67
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16) 3d8+5=14 ; d8=5 ; Sunday December 11th, 2016 11:43:19 PM
Seeing Asteria take several nasty blows, Ethani shudders. "Don't worry, Sis, I'm on my way!"
Skirting the edge of the combat, Ethani pops back in next to Asteria (drawing an AoO from Thayer) . "Alemi, grant your blessing to those who protect the innocent and serve the weak. Restore Asteria so she can strike down this...this low life thug!" Reaching out, Ethani gently touches Asteria, granting her Alemi's healing touch.
Per dice roller ( = (sum(6,2,1)) + 5), Rerolled 1 for healing to 5, so total to Asteria is 18 Hey, that "Explain previous roll" thing is pretty cool!
Spells: Bull's Strength to Asteria: 49/50 rds remaining Shield of Faith to Var: =2 Deflection bonus to AC; 50/50 rds remaining Barkskin potion to Toston: 20/20 rds (whenever activated) Cure Serious Wounds to Asteria: +18 HP restored
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:13/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 d20+7=23 ; d4+1=2 ; Monday December 12th, 2016 10:18:24 AM
Toston channels his magic into his attacks (swift action), drops his wand, moves up to gain flanking on jabs with Asteria and then lets the knife fighter have a stunning fist powered punch.
"Asteria, you want a potion of barkskin when I get a moment to hand it to you?" Toston asks
(25 vs AC on jabs (forgot to add +2 to roller for flanking), 2 magical bludgeoning damage, DC 15 fort save or jabs is stunned for 1 round)
Highlight to display spoiler: { Wand of Mage Armor 45 charges 0th: acid splash, disrupt undead, light, toros taur try,detect magic- CL 2 (infinite) 1st: shield, chill touch CL 2 (DC 13) (3/5) Claws rounds left: (5/5) Stunning Fist (1/3) Fort Save: DC 15 Scorpion Style Fort Save : DC 15 }
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+7=22 ; Monday December 12th, 2016 11:43:59 AM
Lornak gets his head back into the skirmish after what seems like being dazed for a moment. He's not sure why. He maneuvers next to young Hmerrin and lashes out at Coyle with his whip. (Move action, attack action to trip d20=22)
39 rounds Cat's Grace on Lornak: +4 enhancement bonus to Dexterity, adding the usual benefits to AC, Reflex saves, and other uses of the Dexterity modifier
Hmerrin(HP 46/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21) d20+9=10 ; d20+9=24 ; d6+4=7 ; Monday December 12th, 2016 6:22:32 PM
"C'mere, you," Hmerrin growls, as he pursues Jabs.
His battleaxe gets caught up in Toston's cloak, but the fighter manages to extricate it and still land a sidearm blow with his handaxe.
-- 5' move and full attack on Jabs. Battleaxe - nat 1 - ugh. Handaxe hits ac 24 for 7 hp damage
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 d20+7=12 ; d20+7=22 ; d6+1=5 ; Monday December 12th, 2016 6:44:55 PM
Var continues to hack at Thayer, working both his weapons for everything they've got (17 vs. AC: miss; 22 vs AC, 5 damage).
----- Spell List --- Orisons: Guidance x2, Virtue x2 Lv1: Summon Monster I, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor x2 - D: Touch of Darkness - Used Lv2: Summon Monster II - Moderate heal Channel energy 2d6 Shadow amulet: SM2 1/day 3 rnds - Used
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 Monday December 12th, 2016 6:57:07 PM
Dušan sees the half-orc fearsome in combat and figures a half-orc twice that size would be even more fearsom and casts Enlarge Person on Var. "If anyone would like to look down on these troubles, this is one gift I can grant all day."
(OOC: Total L1 0/0, L2 0/1 40 Rounds Enlarge Person on Var: The target gains a +2 size bonus to Strength, a –2 size penalty to Dexterity (to a minimum of 1), and a –1 penalty on attack rolls and AC due to its increased size. 38 rounds Cat's Grace on Lornak: +4 enhancement bonus to Dexterity, adding the usual benefits to AC, Reflex saves, and other uses of the Dexterity modifier)
DM Kathy d20+6=26 ; d20+6=9 ; d8=4 ; d20+9=19 ; Monday December 12th, 2016 10:31:51 PM
With a couple of shrieks of rage, and a couple of swings of her axe, Asteria does for Coyle.
Ethani scoots forward to heal the barbarian, earning an attack of opportunity from Thayer, who punches her for 7 damage!
Toston offers Asteria a potion before moving up to take on Jabs. The halfling looks hurt, but he shakes off the stun.
Lornak wants to trip Coyle, but the big man is already down. Lornak instead turns his attention to Jabs, who is also in range. Jabs is tripped! Then Hmerrin hits him with an axe!
Var hacks at Thayer with both weapons, hitting twice! [OOC: Thayer has a 17 AC, so a 17 hits.]
Wilford heals Toston.
Dušan embiggens Var.
On his back, on the ground, bleeding from several wounds, Jabs drops his sword and holds up his hands. "Whoa! I give! I give!" he yells.
Thayer turns to run, provoking an attack of opportunity from Var, and from Ethani if Ethani is holding a weapon.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/18; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Tuesday December 13th, 2016 1:03:55 PM
"You shouldn't of started something with us in the first place," Wil spat. "I will not be associated with the Darts." Wil steps forward and helps Jabs to his feet. "We need to tie the man up. Anyone have any rope? We can then heal him because I would hate to see anymore death today."
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+7=16 ; Tuesday December 13th, 2016 2:17:44 PM
Lornak stows his rapier but keeps his whip ready if case any of these men think to do anything else that is stupid. His anger boils up and he does not keep his opinion to himself. "HEAL HIM?!" Lornak yells at Wil. "We have been kind enough to give them their lives." He checks to see if any of them wants to make a move. (Perception d20=16) With fire in his eyes he continues; "They can crawl away and lick their wounds!"
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:23/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 d20+3=15 ; Tuesday December 13th, 2016 2:41:49 PM
"Is the guy with the reach weapon dead?" Toston asks, "If not we might as well at least stop him from dying as he is out of it if not dead. Yes, they did start it, but all we were trying to do was keep the peace. I mean instead of seeing a house war we took a few cheap shots from some wolves, but they will probably think twice before messing with us again." The gnome reasons as he uses his wisdom to attempt to help the downed man. (Heal: 15 to stabilize Coyle if he is not dead)
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 d20+7=25 ; Tuesday December 13th, 2016 6:33:42 PM
"Well, Brother, broken people can be useful as well. It all depends on how cooperative one can be and how another does the breaking," Dušan turn and smiles at Jabs a smile that hints at pleasures reserved for nightmares, (Intimidate d20+7=25) "So be good will you... Or don't... that could be fun, too."
But Dušan does heed his friends and casts stabilize on Coyle to help with Toston's efforts.
Hmerrin(HP 46/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21) d20+2=14 ; Tuesday December 13th, 2016 8:03:08 PM
When Jabs gives up, Hmerrin immediately steps back, leaving the man for Wil and the others. He gives his weapons a quick wipe, and looks around to see if anything else is planning to mess with his day. [Perception 14]
The young fighter doesn't look all that happy, but its not real clear who he's upset with, and he chooses to keep himself to himself.
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 d20+9=25 ; d8+4=7 ; Tuesday December 13th, 2016 8:38:26 PM
"Ohoho! Now Var is the biggest one!" Var's voice booms, and takes a parting slash at Thayer (25 vs. AC; 7 Damage).
Var struts around a bit, an makes a show of being ready to restrain either Jabs or Coyle if either one tries to bolt.
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] d20+10=17 ; Tuesday December 13th, 2016 10:02:58 PM
Asteria growls at Thayer, but sticks with her group. The enraged barbarian then turns to glare at the two on the ground. She utters out a single word. "Stay."
(Intimidate: 17)
Ethani (Nellie, HP 23/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16) d8+5=13 ; Tuesday December 13th, 2016 10:04:26 PM
Not having a weapon in hand, Ethani is tempted to poke the fleeing coward with her wand.
Instead, she steps forward and focuses on Asteria. Casting Cure Light Wounds on the fighter, she restores a bit of the health she lost. "Easy there sis...it's just me..."
Spells: Bull's Strength to Asteria: 48/50 rds remaining Shield of Faith to Var: =2 Deflection bonus to AC; 49/50 rds remaining Barkskin potion to Toston: 20/20 rds (whenever activated) Cure Light Wounds to Asteria: +13 HP restored
DM Kathy Tuesday December 13th, 2016 10:10:35 PM
You capture the halfling called Jabs, although you disagree on whether to heal him of his wounds.
There is no disagreement about Coyle--the big man has breathed his last, and is now only an object lesson about poking an enraged barbarian.
Var gives a slash to Thayer as he flees, but the monk stumbles and keeps on going.
Ethani begins to heal people.
Coyle is dead; Thayer is gone. What do you want to do with Jabs?
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+9=23 ; Wednesday December 14th, 2016 2:22:23 PM
Lornak is disappointed with the death of Coyle. He only intended to bloody the Wolve's noses since they pressed the conflict. He shakes his head. "What a waste." He says as he coils up his whip. Frustrated and tired Lornak really does not care at this point what happens with Jabs. He places a hand on Ethani's shoulder. "Heal him if you wish but do it quickly before any more heat comes our way." He turns away and leaves the scene. "Will this day not come to an end...?"
Lornak sighs and tightens his hood. He is not interested in listening to any interrogation. He sticks to the shadows at the edge of the group. (Stealth d20=23)
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:23/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 Wednesday December 14th, 2016 5:04:24 PM
"Well, I hope this doesn't devolve into some sort of blood feud with the Wolves. I don't suppose we could have you return your friend's body and explain how this was all a big misunderstanding?" The gnome says to the prisoner.
"I mean the Sahuagin do have everybody on edge so it is easy to see how things can get out of hand."
Hmerrin(HP 46/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21) Wednesday December 14th, 2016 6:57:20 PM
Hmerrin also withdraws. The teen has no interest in sticking around the scene any longer than necessary.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 d20+8=10 ; Wednesday December 14th, 2016 7:52:47 PM
Dušan doubts Jabs has any thing more useful to add to the evening. "They brought this upon themselves.Tell your friend to pick your battles better and forget you saw us. We didn't want any part of this." (Diplomacy d20+7+1 Guidance=10)
"I have a sudden renewed interest in that drink that was discussed earlier. Shall we?
Ethani (Nellie, HP 23/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16) d8+5=8 ; Wednesday December 14th, 2016 8:57:06 PM
Ethani looks down at the still form of Coyle, depression settling on her like a weight threatening to crush her.
"I...he...she..." Finally recovering a bit, Ethani nods numbly at Lornak.
Walking over to Jabs, she reaches past Dusan and gently touches Jabs on the shoulder. "May Alemi heal your heart, your mind, and your soul." (8 HP restored)
Instinctively, she moves close to Toston, seeking some measure of comfort after watching her adopted Sister hack down a man in a matter of seconds.
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] Wednesday December 14th, 2016 9:19:22 PM
Seeing that the battle is over, Asteria falls out of her rage. "Well, that was easy." Kicking the body away from her, just to get the smell back a bit, Asteria falls to one knee. All the smells were disorientating, and honestly she just wanted a good nap. Like, a few days worth of sleep. Give her a bed and she would be out like a light. Or like the dead body by her feet.
She looks up and sighs, seeing Coyle not moving very much, even after she kicked him. That was never a good sign. "Crap... Did I..? Yeah, I must have. I guess my hand slipped. Several times. In the skull. With my axe. Whoops." Asteria has little remorse for these people, seeing as they started it.
Looking over to Ethani, Asteria waves a bit. "Hey, sis. Wanna go get drunk again? Or pass out.Or both!"
DM Kathy Wednesday December 14th, 2016 10:35:13 PM Wilford begins questioning Jabs, probably out of sheer force of habit. The truth is, you already know more about the Sahuagin than these poor schmoes, which is how the fight started in the first place.
The rest of you seem inclined to leave Jabs where he is, let him tend to his fallen companion, and go get that drink!
You are able to do all of those things, and luckily the taverns of Dirt City aren't really concerned if some of their patrons look like they came fresh from the battlefield. Especially not today, which began with an attack on the city itself!
You are able to have a good meal and as many drinks as you think wise, and you make it back to Marsh House without further incident.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/18; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Thursday December 15th, 2016 10:59:42 AM
Realizing that Jabs knew very little Wil grabbed the halfling's shirt and smacked him in the forehead with the palm of his hand. "I heal you," he shouted but in reality did nothing. Back at the house he took off his armor and enjoyed a meal with the others. "It's been a really long day. I'm looking forward to some rest."
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:23/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 Thursday December 15th, 2016 2:46:23 PM
After a hearty meal and some drinks, Toston is ready to turn in for the night. He bids the rest of the party good night before returning to his room and turning in. If he can get 8 hours of rest in he will heal the rest of his wounds from the previous days scrap with the Wolves.
Ethani (Nellie, HP 23/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16) d8=6 ; d8+5=12 ; d8+5=10 ; d8+5=8 ; d8+5=6 ; d8+5=9 ; Thursday December 15th, 2016 7:25:57 PM
Ethani spreads the joy of healing, making sure that those who need it the most are healed up after the battle. (12+10+8+9 HP up for grabs folks)
After finishing healing, Ethani joins Asteria for drinks and though she doesn't talk much. As a matter of fact, she almost doesn't talk.
After her 2nd drink, Ethani is more than a little tipsy. She heads over to Lornak and sits down next to him, flirting and making it clear that she'd rather not sleep alone tonight.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 Thursday December 15th, 2016 8:23:54 PM
Dušan enjoys a good meal and more than a few good drinks. He spends most of the night telling jokes to any who will listen. Some of them are even funny, but his fatigue is catching up with him and he doesn't tell them with his usual gusto.
Dušan sees Ethani try to make Lornak's night better and with that he raises his final glass in a silent toast and heads to bed.
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Thursday December 15th, 2016 8:43:40 PM
Lornak enjoys his meal when he reaches the tavern. The ale takes the edge off and lightens his mood a bit but not enough to be jovial. He is surprised when Ethani joins him. As they converse he notices his mood lighten a degree more, until she makes advances at him...
Blood rushes to the surface of his charcoal cheeks. He cracks a wry smile. "It has been a long time since someone has made a pass at me. He suppresses his nervousness and continues; "I would be remiss not to acknowledge your need." He gracefully stands from his bar stool, leans forward and offers Ethani the crook of his outstretched arm.
Lornakthen escorts her to Marsh House making sure her tipsy state doesn't cause her to stumble. At Marsh house he walks her to his room once inside helps her onto his bed.
"I am truly flattered." He again admires the color of her hair. "But I hardly know you." He moves away the covers and sits down. "I would be a terrible person to sully what will be a meaningful relationship."
"Lay here and be still." He says hoping that she understands what he is offering.
If Ethani does understand:
He lays beside her and wraps his arm around her waist. When she has fallen asleep, he gently slides off of the bed, careful not to disturb her and passes out on the floor.
If Ethani does not understand:
"The room is yours then, may you sleep well." He says with a nod of his head. He then swiftly grabs a loose blanket and promptly leaves the room to find an open seat or couch in the main room.
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 Thursday December 15th, 2016 9:21:47 PM
Var gets as much enjoyment out of being big as he can while the spell lasts, making crashing noises and stomping around.
We the bar he becomes more contemplative, sulking over the Wolves and the Sahaugin.
The inter-party dynamics at play seem to pass clear over Var's head.
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] Thursday December 15th, 2016 9:26:08 PM
Asteria is glad to drink after a hard day, and makes sure to get herself drunk enough to have a rather nice snooze tonight.
Her night starts to change to an almost unpleasant tone when she notices the attention Ethani is giving Lornak. No longer able to enjoy her drinks, she keeps an eye on the two. Asteria does not necessarily understand what Ethani is implying with half of her comments, but she did make a pledge to keep the sea elf under her watch, and that is what she does. She follows the two home, and stakes out outside Ethani's room. At least, for a little while. Then she forgets what she was doing and goes to pass out in her bed.
Ethani (Nellie, HP 23/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16) Thursday December 15th, 2016 9:34:59 PM
2nd post for fun..
Ethani heads to Lornak's room and smiles at him when they head to his room. When Lornak declines, Ethani smiles mischievously. "Ahhh...are relations taboo among your people? My people are much more...welcoming. Iss okay though. Just stay...I can't sleep alone tonight..."
As Lornak cuddles up beside her, Ethani breathes in his scent, slowly unwinding from the stressful day and drifting off to blissful sleep.
Hmerrin(HP 46/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21) Thursday December 15th, 2016 9:49:52 PM
Hmerrin broods over his drink, and then walks with his friends back to Marsh House.
The group for the most part seems willing to forget the fracas with the Wolves.
But, as a parting shot, the young man remarks "Goodnight, all. Let's not do that again, alright?"
DM Kathy Thursday December 15th, 2016 10:10:55 PM
You spend a convivial evening. Ethani attempts to be more convivial with Lornak than he is ready to handle at the moment, but it ends well. Everyone gets a good night's sleep.
In the morning, you receive word that you will, in fact, have some help when you meet the Sahuagin today. The adventuring group handled by Ron the gnome will be accompanying you.
You have a few hours to make your preparations before heading out.
[Everybody please take 1400 XP for this scene, and have a happy holiday break!]
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Friday December 16th, 2016 1:42:10 PM
Lornak wakes to find Ethani sound asleep in his bed. Compassion tugs at him as he looks upon her peaceful contentment. He leads down and gently kisses the nook between her eyes. He takes off his tunic exposing the white tattoos that blotch his charcoal skin and proceeds to cleanse his face and torso, careful not to break her slumber..
If Ethani wakes before he leaves his room:
He will greet her and say with a smile; "Dirt City is a hard place. If we find ourselves in a situation like this again, we will spend the night talking about trivial things and watch the sun rise."
If she does not wake before he leaves the room:
He will turn back and steal one more longing glance at her beauty.
When in the Great Room he feels the heat from Asteria's eyes upon him. "Nothing happened." He says in an effort to reassure her. "My actions were purely honorable."
Lornak takes a trip to the Merchant Quarter to pick up more crossbow bolts and a potion of Cure Moderate Wounds. When he returns to Marsh House he steals the remaining time to concoct a dye in his alchemical lab. As he emerges his hair is no longer stark white but a deep red-purple color.
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:27/27; AC:18 Touch 18; FF 14 - CMD 18 Saturday December 17th, 2016 8:58:28 AM
Toston heads down to the kitchen for breakfast after a good night's sleep feeling fully refreshed from the events of yesterday.
He joins Asteria at the table and when Lornak shows up to reassure the barbarian, he raises an eye brow at the dark elf's words.
"What exactly did I miss last night when I turned in early? Are you trying to court our new Cleric?" Toston asks Lornak.
When Toston hears that they are going to be accompanied by Ron's group he smiles, "I did so enjoy making the acquaintance of that Ron fellow. I'm happy to hear his group will be going with us to deal with the Sahuagin."
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] Saturday December 17th, 2016 12:48:09 PM
Asteria wakes up with one of the worst hangovers of her life. Not necessarily on par with that Green Gnomish she took that one time, but pretty close. Rolling out of bed, everything spins as she tries to stand. The barbarian takes a few moments to wash her face and consider going back to sleep, but she grudgingly makes her way into the common's area.
Careful eyes watch Lornak enter the room. She remembers staking out his room for a while, and maybe her sis being in there too? What exactly happened between those two? "Yeah, okay, whatever..." Asteria puts a hand over her head, trying to zone out that awful ringing noise in her ears. "If she's happy and your happy, I'm okay... Just know that she is my sis. And I think of you as a bro? Like, all of you are my bros, but she's my only sis. So, don't screw this up. You break her heart, I break your legs. And then, I tell her mom." Asteria then curls up and tries to get rid of her headache before their meeting with the Sahuagin.
Ethani (Nellie, HP 23/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16) Sunday December 18th, 2016 11:14:57 AM
Having grown up on the battlefield, Ethani has a deeply ingrained sense of self protection. Lornak's kiss causes Ethani to wake rather abruptly as she reaches for her spear. She calms once she sees where she is and who she is with, falling back on the bed and relaxing.
Reaching back through the murky thoughts of last night, Ethani recalls Lornak's gentle rejection. Now that was something new. In the Kingdom, it was not unheard of or even uncommon for the soldiers and the healing corp to seek out physical release after witnessing the horrors of war. She'd offered more than a few sea elves what she offered Lornak, and never once was she turned down. Then again, it was always a brief, physical encounter. This. This felt like something different. She watches him remove his shirt and smiles as he cleans himself, fascinated by his tattoos. She, herself, only had the single solitary white tattoo of the High Woldian symbol of Alemi, marking her as a healer. Ethani smirks when she recalls how angry Ashira had been when she found out about the tattoo. Mom had some kind of beef against Alemi that she hadn't quite figured out yet.
Lornak's beautiful body was quite literally covered in them. She wonders what symbolism they might have to him. Were they good memories or bad memories. Ethani can't stomach the idea that Lornak might have trauma in his past that would cause him pain. Although she's fairly sure that everyone has those gut wrenching memories that they would like to purge from their minds, she hates the idea that Lornak might suffer from them.
Oh Alemi. Do you see how badly I've fallen? I've fallen and fallen hard for this man. Please help me to heal his pain and tend to his heart. Help me to know best how to love him. Help me not to break his heart. I ask this of you of healer of the broken.
When Lornak tells her his plan of action, Ethani smiles gently. "Okay, we can do that. I'm sorry that I rushed you. This place is so much different from my home. Sometimes I forget that things are done differently here."
Ethani reaches out and caresses Lornak's back. "We really should talk. There is much you do not know about me. There is very little I know about you. But I would like to fix that."
Ethani allows Lornak privacy as he prepares for his day, though she longs to be with him again and soon. Still she has her own job to prepare for as well, since as usual, people's lives were in her hands. Briefly washing up, Ethani dons her combat gear and begins her morning prayers. Speaking with Alemi was never difficult. It was her favorite part of the day. Like talking to her father when she was little. Ethani carefully selects requests that Alemi grant her the spells she will need for the encounter. Once she is done, she heads down to the Common area.
Noticing the slight tension between Lornak and Asteria, Ethani is a bit befuddled. "Hey Sis. You look a little under the weather this morning. You know...I have a few herbs that might help you..." She leaves the invitation open. Having spent her time in the army and more than a little time treating her Mother's hangovers, Ethani has concocted the perfect remedy for the malady.
She looks over at the assembled group. "So, what's the game plan? Are we going to try our hand at diplomacy, or is this going to be more of a full frontal attack?"
OOC: I suggest getting an email planning session started. I would love some help picking spells.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/18; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Monday December 19th, 2016 9:55:51 PM
Wil fell asleep listening to a couple argue in his head. "Do the dead even have a reason to argue," Wil remembers thinking. He woke in the morning, prayed for thirty minutes and stepped down for breakfast. "What do we have for breakfast," he asked. "We have a busy day ahead."
DM Kathy Monday December 26th, 2016 9:34:51 PM
The next day, about mid-morning, you meet up with the other CMTC group, so you can get to know one another a little. Most of you have already met Ronyur Horpip Garos-Gawor ("Ron" to just about everybody), the group's handler. (He's their Boggs, basically) Ron accompanies the other group for now, but he and Boggs will not be going with you later today to meet the Sahuagin. You'll handle that meeting on your own.
Most of the other adventurers look to the half-elf woman called Adrifa to speak for them. Adrifa has both a longsword and a spell book, and seems comfortable using both, or either. She also knows how to speak to her companions, some of whom can be a bit...difficult.
For example, there are the Grimshield twins. Medina and Brega are dwarf women with impressive glowers and very little to say. One is a monk and one is a rogue, but honestly it's hard to keep track of which one's which; they're identical and it's not like they're especially talkative.
And then there's the halfling. Before you're even sure of everyone's names, he's insulted you twice. He has a wild, disheveled appearance, and you're pretty sure those are actual twigs in his hair. You're not sure whether they're there on purpose. Adrifa finally introduces him as Furious Teorin.
The human kid with the shaggy blond hair answers to Gabriel, and displays an impressive ability with natural magic. And an equally impressive ability to trade insults with Teorin.
The elven cleric is named Ilphras, and is considerably older than your average adventuring cleric. His white hair and weathered face indicate years of experience. He has some words of advice for his younger companions, and occasionally some of them even listen.
You have some time before your date with the Sahuagin to chat, get acquainted, and discuss tactics.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/18; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Tuesday December 27th, 2016 2:55:05 PM
"Hey, Wil," Cicero said suddenly as they watched the other group. "Someone that gets along like we do." "Difference being they are real," Will replied. "I'm real," Cicero protested. To the other group Will comments. "Looks like we have a quorum. Anyone know anything about the Sahuagin? How shall we approach this fight?"
Hmerrin Tuesday December 27th, 2016 5:49:05 PM
Hmerrin rolls into the meeting next morning sporting shiny new full platemail armor.
"This is AWESOME" he singsongs.
Joining the conference, the young fighter sizes up Ron's group. "Well, anyone ever wanna hit me up with buffs, feel free. Either way, I'm gonna be the guy up front with Asteria."
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:27/27; AC:18 Touch 18; FF 14 - CMD 18 d20+5=11 ; d20+13=30 ; Wednesday December 28th, 2016 2:35:56 PM
Toston says to the half-elf Aldrifa, "Glad I'm not the only one who mixes martial ability with magic. My magic is kind of natural though but my martial arts is a discipline. Glad to meet you, I'm Toston."
Toston says to the 2 dwarf twins, "Uh, hello Medina and Brega, is it? I understand one of you is a monk. Where did you study?"
To Furious Teorin he says, "Furious? What kind of a name is that? Is that a nickname or something?"
To Gabriel Toston says, "So are you a druid or a sorcerer?"
Toston tries to figure out what God or Gods the cleric worships (Perception: 30, Know[religion]: 11) and greets him as appropriate. If he has anything to do with Domi or Alemi he asks for a blessing and asks if the elf ever had any interactions with dragons.
DM Kathy Sunday January 1st, 2017 8:29:03 PM Wilford asks what you know about the Sahuagin, and how to approach the fight.
"Maybe we should get there early," Adrifa suggests. "Take some time to scout the area. We can come up with a better plan when we know what the terrain is like."
Hmerrin shows up in shiny new armor! Nobody in the other group has anything so shiny; in fact, none of them wear metal armor at all. Hmerrin remarks that he and Asteria will be up front, at which Furious Teorin shouts, "not without me, you're not!"
Toston is quickly able to ascertain that Gabriel is a Sorcerer of the Elemental bloodline, whose element is air. You can also see that Ilphas serves Ebyron.
There is some further conversation, but most of you are anxious to get on with your mission. You gather your weapons and supplies, and begin making preparations to head out of the city.
CMTC B-Team (Tom I.) Sunday January 1st, 2017 9:58:16 PM
Adrifa gives Toston a warm smile and bows. "Well met, mister Toston. I find that the arcane and swordsmanship have more in common than most people think. I'm looking forward to working with another group from Crescent Moons."
When Toston tries asking Medina about her martial training she scoffs and says "Nowhere that you'd know." "We're actually in the middle of something, do you mind?" Brega interjects, making a shooing motion.
When asked, Teorin says "Name?!" and casts his wild eyes about, "No, my name is Teorin. Furious is what I do!" He then starts cackling madly.
Gabriel seems lost in thought when asked about his magic, and is surprised by the question. "Ah, no. I mean yes, a sorcerer, like yourself. Well, not like you. I mean..." looking flushed he takes a breath to order is thoughts. "I have a natural affinity for Elemental Air, but I'm still learning to, ah, control it."
"Young Thunder here has the storm in his blood, and that's not just the magic." The old cleric says, chuckling softly while Gabriel's blush deepens. "Ilphas Elafina, servent of Ebyron." The elderly cleric says with a slight bow. "Although, in another life I followed Wardd, but that was a very long time ago. Do you hail from our fair city? I thought I knew all the Gnomish families in Dirt City."
When Wilford asks how the two groups should work together, Teorin shouts "Plan!?l I'ma take this guy, and this guy," He says while drawing his two short swords, "'An I'ma stab 'em in their FACEMEATS!"
Adrifa looks over the group critically during Teorin's outburst. "Seeing as we don't have the luxury of time to get better acquainted with each other's fighting styles, I think we go with something more classical and simple. Front line fighters should form a line and keep the enemy busy, let the skirmishers flank and target their rear lines, while our archers & spell-casters support. Does that sound agreeable?"
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:27/27; AC:22 Touch 18; FF 18 - CMD 18 Monday January 2nd, 2017 9:30:40 AM
Toston says to Adrifa, "Yes well I hope to one day learn the elven curveblade as for right now my weapons are my body, the siangham, the nunchaku, the kama and the bow."
To Medina, Toston says, "One day when you are less busy you'll have to tell me and I will tell you where I've trained."
To Teorin, Toston says, "So if Furious is what you do, are you a barbarian because that is what our Asteria is and she can be mighty furious too."
To Gabriel, Toston says, "Ah well my affinity is for fire and it is less elemental and more draconic if you catch my drift."
To Ilfas, Toston says, "I originally am from the Scab but my parents and late grandfather immigrated to Plateau City, taking me with them. My travels have landed me here in Dirt City."
To the assembled group Toston says, "I have some charges on my wand of mage armor. It will last for an hour. Does anyone else want me to cast it on them when we get closer to the Sahuagins?"
He makes sure to cast it on himself they get close.
Hmerrin Monday January 2nd, 2017 9:58:16 AM
Teorin goes into his spiel, and Hmerrin leans over to Asteria.
"He's nuts....I like him already."
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Monday January 2nd, 2017 11:37:40 AM
Lornak finds himself in a flurry of conversation, a place he is normally quite comfortable. This day however, he can barely keep up. And here he thought his adventuring group was eclectic...
He addresses Adrifa about the battle plan; "That sounds perfect."
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 Monday January 2nd, 2017 5:42:36 PM
Dušan tries to fight back with his own verbal jabs as the other group throws casual insults, but finds the conversation moving much too fast to throw his own remarks into the fray. Finally with a sigh he decides maybe it's best not to push the Furious' buttons, and majors to error on the better valor despite himself.
Turning to Toston Dušan adds, "If you can get a few casts out with your wand, I can focus on more offensive enhancements at first. Lornak always appreciates more armor particularly if he is going to be one of the flankers and not picking them off his bow."
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/18; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Monday January 2nd, 2017 8:18:50 PM
"Facemeats?" Cicero said. "Yes he said Facemeats," Will replied to his internal friend. "I like these guys." "Have you ever seen terrified Facemeat?" Wil asks rhetorically. "Just wait till you see my shadow friends. They are my weapons while Darkness is my enemies curse."
Ethani (Nellie, HP 23/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16) Monday January 2nd, 2017 9:41:30 PM
Ethani watches as the groups interact. It would be a memorable battle, that was for certain. Still, she worries about the Sahuagin. If they were to find out who she really is, would that force war back on the sea elves?
Ethani nervously chews her bottom lip, but does her best to help plan the battle with the others.
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:27/27; AC:22 Touch 18; FF 18 - CMD 18 Monday January 2nd, 2017 9:55:13 PM
To Dušan Toston says, "I was offering more for the other group. There may be those among them who do not wear armor. The wand only works for me because as a monk I do not wear physical armor. Though if someone is wearing very light armor the wand could provide more protection potentially."
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