DM Robert - "Hm, we should prepare ourselves for ship board combat then, but they do seem the closer threat." d20+4=9 ; d20+12=31 ; d6=2 ; Tuesday April 20th, 2021 8:05:27 PM
Micah takes last watch (rolling his perception for him. 9) Bartomus takes first watch (19) Stohp takes first watch (29) Stock is on second watch (23) and posts the watch schedule, but Stohp already declared first watch. Zanderallen suggest brushing up on naval combat and takes first watch (16) Delia and Hawky cover third watch (28,15) Ohen ? Sid ? - I thought I saw an email that Sid needed someone to cover. _____________________
Malici assess the situation and takes third watch with Micah. He sits and stares alternating toward the forest and out into the lake. (he rolled a 31). He stays very quiet and tries to give Micah his space.
The night passes uneventfully. Your first watch is disturbed by the croaking of a lot of frogs along the shore line. Yet when ever you tried to get near, you'd hear a splash and then eventually the croaking resumed. A few of you hear the occasional spat of a fish in the water. Might be some good fishing around the shore.
The morning is hazy with a light fog, and the run rising from the east dances along the ripples in the water. Morning is come.
How long do you wish to wait for the boat? Are you doing anything to spot the boat? Are you doing anything to signal the boat?
Does anyone have profession sailor? Or does anyone have a natural knowledge local of 10 or more? If not who can roll for knowledge local? and/or does anyone have any ideas for any kind of skills you may have that would help you with naval stuff...Swim? I mean you all, well most of you, swam down to the merfolk city but that's underwater naval not surface naval.
oh and dragon boat for reference to get it in your mind.
I'm not posting the orient map right now as you did it at dusk, and it's unlikely that either group moved in the night. Unless you really want to do it again while you are waiting.
Micah finds it curious that Malici chose to stand watch with him, but makes no overtures. As dawn nears, he approaches the sorcerer and speaks quietly, "I was raised by both my parents who, though holding me to high standards, were also loving. I always assumed I would be a smith like my father and his father before him, but I was called by Domi. The world I live in now is so different than the one I expected to be in and so different than that my family operates in. It seems that we, the Silver Shields, that is, are always plunged into one crisis after another." He pauses a moment before continuing, "And I am fine with that. Domi has called me and equipped me for this purpose, so it is what I will do. I have seen magic and power destroy people and I, along with the other Shields, have stopped them. I do hope we are allies. I would even like for us to be friends....and I pray to Domi that this magic," he indicates with a gesture that he is referring to that of the medallion, "does not interfere with that."
The next morning after his prayers, he comments on the preparations, "It appears having command of the air would be key. Ships cannot change direction very well. If only we still had some of that underwater gear so that we could approach unseen. I can breathe below the surface, but I swim like a set of plate mail with a cleric in it."
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Wednesday April 21st, 2021 7:42:30 AM
Stohp is more then knowledgeable about local boats and things to know what to expect (+17 to float know:local checks). She keeps a fire lit on the shoreline so they're easier to spot and waits for it, scanning the water to see them coming.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+7=14 ; Wednesday April 21st, 2021 10:15:42 AM
Bartomus awoke to a day breaking over the lake and it was a great site. He took some time to himself, first taking care of some necessary business, and then doing his morning meditations while watching the sunrise above the small rectangle of the Float knowing it was huge. It was a perspective that he really enjoyed and he returned to gathering his kit with a smile on his face.
He approached Stohp at her fire and asked, "See anything out there?" Was incredible to just sit and watch the stars last night and then to see the Float out there looking like a child's block left on a sparkling floor."
===== Knowledge local - Float 14
Stock (JonM) HP: 125/125; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 8/28 used d20+1=17 ; d20+17=31 ; Wednesday April 21st, 2021 11:18:08 AM
The hard work of feeding Stohp's bonfire suits Stock in multiple ways. His hand axe gets a workout like it hasn't seen in some time and he gathers a fair amount of dry deadfall as well to stoke the fire.
========== Local: 17, if it has to do with the Float 19 Perception 31 if it comes to another night watch Watch order edited First Watch - Zanderallen, Bartomus, Stohp Second Watch - Ohen, Stock Third Watch - Delia and hawk, Sid Fourth Watch - Micah, Malici
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Wednesday April 21st, 2021 3:00:04 PM
Zanderallen takes comfort in helping to fuel the fire. He is not wise in nautical matter but others seem to have a clue so he follows their guidance.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29; Forest terrain (+4) d20+11=12 ; d20=19 ; Wednesday April 21st, 2021 4:00:05 PM
Delia will send Hawky out scouting as far as he can safety go over the water to watch for the approach of the ship. (12 Perception. He wasn't feeling it apparently)
She will go over to Bartomus in the morning and ask, "Bartomus, as a druid do you have any spells that can command the wind or waves? I know those are out of my wheelhouse, but y'all druidic types tend to have a lot more element-y nature magic and those might come in handy in ship combat."[OOC](I don't know if Bart has access to them, but specific spells are Gust of Wind and Control Water, both are core spells)
She will then go to the shoreline or find a convenient perch and watch for either a ship or Hawky's return. ================= Delia Perception: 36 (+4 if we still count as in forest)
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 23(15T, 21 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Wednesday April 21st, 2021 7:27:20 PM
Ohen passes out and doesn't take a watch. He is somewhat rested in the morning, but is somewhat out of it still and quiet unless someone needs him.
Sid(Andrew) High HP: 72/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) d20+15=18 ; d20+16=26 ; Wednesday April 21st, 2021 7:44:23 PM
Sid will help out anyone who needs it with him knowledge of the locality(Just remember our special +2 Float bonus comes from reading the newspaper, and I don't thing they deliver out here). He'll also defer to Delia's abilities, but naturally keeps his eyes peeled. As he waits for everyone one to rise he does look out over the waters towards the Float and thinks of Elly.
Knowledge(Local)((Aiding anyone who needs it)): 18 Perception((Aiding Delia)): 26
DM Robert - "Hm, we should prepare ourselves for ship board combat then, but they do seem the closer threat." Wednesday April 21st, 2021 8:01:01 PM
Micah makes a speech and considers naval tactics. Stohp has some naval knowledge and starts a signal fire. Bartomus has some naval thoughts. Stock feeds the fire and adds nautical concepts. Zanderallen burns some sticks. Delia keeps an eye out. Ohen wakes refreshed and much sharper of mind. Sid tries to add to boat talk while helping keep an eye out. __________
Thusly your knowledge of watery things. First there are 3 sizes of turtle.
Giant Lake Turtle CR 9 (size Colossal) N Colossal: animal (aquatic) Init +4; Senses low-light vision, darkvision 60 ft., scent; Perception +10 DEFENSE AC 17, touch 8, flat-footed 23 (+15 natural, –8 size) hp 126 (12d12+48) Fort +12, Ref +8, Will +7 Special Defense: shell retreat OFFENSE Speed: 10 ft., swim 40 ft. Melee: bite +18 (3d6+8), slam +12 (1d8+8) Space: 30 ft.; Reach 10 ft. Special Attacks: capsize STATISTICS Str 27, Dex 10, Con 19, Int 2, Wis 10, Cha 6 Base: Atk +12; CMB +22; CMD 32 (36 vs. trip) Feats: Skill focus (swim), Skill focus (perception) Skills: Perception +10, Survival +16, Swim +28; SQ: hold breath, shell SPECIAL ABILITIES Capsize (Ex) A Lake Turtle can attempt to capsize a boat or ship by ramming it as a charge attack and making a CMB check. The DC of this check is 25, or the result of the boat captain’s Profession (sailor) check, whichever is higher. For each size category larger than the dragon turtle’s size, it takes a cumulative –10 penalty on this CMB check. Shell Retreat (Ex) A Lake Turtle can retreat within its shell as a swift action, gaining a +8 enhancement bonus to its existing natural armor but also takes a -4 enhancement on its Reflex saves. While in its shell, a turtle cannot take any action except to end the retreat. The turtle can end its retreat with a free action on its turn.
Lake Turtles are reptiles with hard shells that they can retreat into when threatened. They come in a variety of sizes. Their flippers and are better suited for swimming than walking. Lake Turtles make their homes in the Fresh water lake near the Crying Woods. They can be domesticated and serve as a means of transportation for some of those in The Float.
A lake turtle’s shell varies in color between individuals. Some have dull shells of green and grey/blue, others are brown and rust red. The coloration of the head, tail, and legs is a pale grey or white color, with darker black spots.
Large fish rank among dragon turtles’ favorite foods, but being omnivores; they also sometimes feed on large undersea fields of seaweed, and have been known to go up on shore to eat a tasty bush or tree.
Giant Lake Turtle CR 7 (size gargantuan) N : Gargantuan, animal (aquatic) Init +4; Senses low-light vision, darkvision 60 ft., scent; Perception +10 DEFENSE AC 21, touch 8, flat-footed 23 (+15 natural, –4 size) hp 81 (9d10+36) Fort +11, Ref +8, Will +7 Special Defense: shell retreat OFFENSE Speed: 10 ft., swim 40 ft. Melee: bite +14 (3d6+6), slam +10 (1d8+6) Space: 20 ft.; Reach 5 ft. Special Attacks: capsize STATISTICS Str 25, Dex 10, Con 18, Int 2, Wis 10, Cha 6 Base: Atk +9; CMB +18; CMD 27 (30 vs. trip) Feats: Skill focus (swim), Skill focus (perception) Skills: Perception +10, Survival +16, Swim +28; SQ: hold breath, shell
Giant Lake Turtle CR 4 (size huge) N : huge, animal (aquatic) Init +4; Senses low-light vision, darkvision 60 ft., scent; Perception +10 DEFENSE AC 21, touch 8, flat-footed 23 (+15 natural, –4 size) hp 60 (6d8+36) Fort +11, Ref +8, Will +7 Special Defense: shell retreat OFFENSE Speed: 10 ft., swim 40 ft. Melee: bite +10 (2d6+5), slam +8 (1d6+5) Space: 15 ft.; Reach 0 ft. Special Attacks: capsize STATISTICS Str 23, Dex 10, Con 18, Int 2, Wis 10, Cha 6 Base: Atk +6; CMB +14; CMD 22 (28 vs. trip) Feats: Skill focus (swim), Skill focus (perception) Skills: Perception +10, Survival +16, Swim +28; SQ: hold breath, shell
Now the Float does not have any "large" sailing type ships, but there are 2 predominate types.
Large Fishing Boat - Ship’s Boat Ship’s boats are usually carried on the decks of larger ships to use as tenders to ferry passengers and cargo from ship to shore or between ships. Some ship’s boats are reserved for the use of officers, while others are used as landing craft or to carry boarding parties. An average ship’s boat is 16 to 24 feet long (though the largest ship’s boats can be upward of 30 feet long) and has anywhere from four to 10 oars as well as a single mast with a square or lateen sail. A ship’s boat has a waterborne speed of 2 miles per hour or 20 miles per day. A ship’s boat cannot carry any siege engines. This stat block can be used to represent any of several types of ship’s boats, such as cutters, gigs, jolly boats, launches, longboats, or pinnaces, as well as other small, open boats such as faerings, sampans, and whaleboats. Large ship Squares 1 (10 ft. by 20 ft.) Cost 500 gp DEFENSE AC 9; Hardness 5 hp 120 (oars 60, sails 40) Base Save +2 OFFENSE Maximum Speed 30 ft. (muscle or wind); Acceleration 30 ft. CMB +1; CMD 11 Ramming Damage 1d8 STATISTICS Propulsion muscle, wind, or current Sailing Check Diplomacy or Intimidate (when using muscle); Profession (sailor) (when using wind or current) Control Device oars Means of Propulsion 6 oars, 10 squares of sails (one mast) Crew 4 to 10 Medium rowers Decks 1 Cargo/Passengers 2 tons/up to 12 passengers (depending on size, a ship’s boat can carry up to a total of 16 Medium creatures, either as crew or passengers)
Longship DESCRIPTION Colossal Water vehicle Squares 45 (15 ft. by 75 ft.); Cost 10,000 gp DEFENSE AC 2; Hardness 5 hp 675 (337) Base Save +5 OFFENSE Maximum Speed 120 ft. (current and muscle) or 30 ft. (muscle only); Acceleration 30 ft. (current and muscle) or 15 ft. (muscle only) Attack ram 8d8 CMB +8; CMD 18 DRIVE Propulsion current (air; 10 squares of sails, hp 50), current (water), or muscle (pushed; 40 Medium rowers) Driving Check Diplomacy or Intimidate while rowed, or Profession (sailor) or Knowledge (nature) +10 to the DC when sail is used Forward Facing the ship’s forward Driving Device rudder Driving Space the two middle rear squares of the longship Crew 40 LOAD Decks 1 (with small cargo area under the deck) Cargo Up to 50 tons or 100 soldiers.
Micah rises after his morning prayers and awaits departure. Having offered his suggestions about spell options, he defers to the others regarding broader tactics.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Thursday April 22nd, 2021 8:06:27 AM
Stohp eyes the ship and tries to determine which type it is from her knowledge of local boat types.
Stock (JonM) HP: 125/125; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 8/28 used Thursday April 22nd, 2021 9:29:59 AM
During all of the talk about boat types and giant turtles, Stock listens quietly. Eventually he says, "Depending on the boat that picks us up, if it comes to fisticuffs, then I can provide the muscle to get us moving quickly. If it comes to boarding...or even if we can get close enough, I could fly over with a little help from my friends."
With their ride approaching, Stock gathers his belongings and partly climbs up a tree to get a good look. "Any of you guys have a way to signal the boat?"
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 23(15T, 21 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Thursday April 22nd, 2021 2:06:32 PM "Here, hopefully they can see this." Ohen will wave his hand and four multicolored orbs that shine like torches appear and fly upward, forming a line directly overhead, 85', 90', 95', and 100' above us.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Thursday April 22nd, 2021 4:48:31 PM "I do like the sound of flying boarders Stock. And if I'm flying it's much less likely I'd get to demonstrate my plate armor level swimming skill." He says with a grin at Micah.
Sid(Andrew) High HP: 72/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Thursday April 22nd, 2021 6:34:23 PM
"I need fire arrows or something," Sid says. He looks at the casters, "Is that a thing? Fire arrows? Magic fire arrows? I should have thought of this sooner, if they have arrows to kill Elves or Dragons they should have arrows of Fire and Ice or whatever right?"
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29; Forest terrain (+4) Thursday April 22nd, 2021 7:27:51 PM
After seeing the ship, Delia will point it out to the rest of the party and then do a quick check of her gear. "I'm probably best to stay on our ship and provide ranged support, but if needed I could board."
Delia looks up at Ohen's orbs, "Isn't that what the giant bonfire was for?"
DM Robert - "Isn't that what the giant bonfire was for?" Thursday April 22nd, 2021 8:05:53 PM
Micah waits for the boat. Stohp eyes the ship. Stock says he could always board a pirate ship with a fly. And forgets about the burning signal fire. Ohen puts some glowing balls into the air, also forgetting there's a signal fire burning. Zanderallen agrees flying would be best for boarding. Sid takes about magic arrows, a single shot magic item, whereas magicing up your bow produces all magic enhanced arrows. Delia is for ranged torment of enemies, and points out the bonfire to everyone. Bartomus? ______________________
You recognize the large fishing boat (18x30) the Mary Celeste, Captained by that old salt, Ahab, who brought you across from the Float. The boat is making quite good time, in fact you can see a wake as the boat plows through the water with oars fairly thrashing about. However, you note a child in the mast, he appears to be looking behind them with a telescope. The boat turns sharply it seems that in an expert matter of either piloting or backpedaling on the oars the ships rear is presented toward the shore. Perception 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {You didn't notice it the first time because it was dark but you can see the name of the boat, "Mary Celeste"}
Ahab is waving from the stern, in fact gesturing several different directions. "Put out that dang fire, and stop playing with them magicy things in the air." Perception (#1) 15 hearing Highlight to display spoiler: {He mutters, "daft heroes don't know when to keep a low profile and stay out of danger."}
The boat lands close to shore and there's going to be a little wading getting to it. Only up to your knees, unless you're large or small. Ahab throws over a rope to help you get aboard. "I must be daft coming out in the night during these times, but I owes the Paragon." You note the rowers are panting and sweating profusely. Heal 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {The rowers are clearly in a fatigued state. You're pretty sure that if they set out now they would become exhausted, which would make the boat mover REALLY slow."} Perception (#2) 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {Last time there were enough rowers for 2 shifts, now there is only 1 shift of rowers.}
Ahab looks up to the mast. "Pip, be you spying anything?"
Pip looks down, you can see he's roped himself to the mast and is standing on top of the yard arm. The sail is currently bound up around the yardarm. "No sir. Don't see nothing."
"Arrr. says Ahab.
Sense motive 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {clearly something seems amiss. Not being able to hire as much crew as last time. A look out on the mast. What could be going on?}
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+14=18 ; Thursday April 22nd, 2021 8:19:06 PM "Well, you would think that would make sense Delia," Bartomus said with a bit of embarrassment. Then he shrugged. "But I came into Eberyon's favor when the tribe of humans who took me in was about to move on and I was coming into adulthood. So my knowledge is limited to things I've learned along the way and hope to learn more from the Druids on the Float.
He looked out at the boat that was coming their direction. He strained to see the type of boat after the discussion of boats familiar with the Float.
perception 18
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+11=29 ; d20+14=28 ; d20+10=26 ; Thursday April 22nd, 2021 8:25:32 PM
When he saw the boat's name he nodded and recognized it as one from the Float.
When the boat approached, he noticed the rowers were exhausted. "Rushed straight out after us you did? Were you expecting troubles?"
========= Sorry thought I had posted that and saw I didn't then saw the post was up. Sigh. * heal = 29; * Perc 2 = 28 * Sense Motive =26
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Friday April 23rd, 2021 8:13:51 AM
(My perception is +16 and my sense motive =12 so auto pass on those)
Stohp notes his demeanor and comments. To Bart she says, "There are pirates on the water remember? He's smart to keep a low profile." Going up to the captain she thanks him for coming at such an odd hour. "We've found a way to track the aggressors that attacked our friends and allies. We need your help to reach them quickly. If it comes down to it are you and your crew up to fighting the pirates on the open water with us? It'd probably be best to catch them at wherever they land to rest but that may not happen and I don't want to drag you into a fight you."
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 d20+4=7 ; d20+4=17 ; Friday April 23rd, 2021 8:35:31 AM
Micah notes the manpower shortage, the condition of the crew, and the wariness of the captain.
"Yes, please tell us, what are the developments since we last left?," he asks. Then with a gesture indicating he wishes to speak privately, he adds in a whisper such that the crew cannot overhear, "Your crew seems worn out. I fear pushing them past their limits may put everyone at greater risk than any delay might cause. They should rest, but I defer to your greater knowledge of current events.
Perception 4 vs 15, fail Perception 17 vs 15, success Heal taking 10 for 18 vs 15, success Perception taking 10 for 14 vs 10, success
Stock (JonM) HP: 125/125; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used d20+17=22 ; d20+17=28 ; d20+17=20 ; d20+9=24 ; d20+9=23 ; d20+17=18 ; Friday April 23rd, 2021 9:23:32 AM "Sid - want me to throw you on board?" He's only half joking. [b]"Captain, I believe we settled on shooting across the lake to Riverton pending your report on what is happening in these waters.
Stock then listens and inspects the crew to get their measure in case things come to blows. ======= Perception 22, 28, 20 (spoilers) Sense Motive 24 (spoiler) Sense Motive 23 - what is the morale of the crew? Perception 18 - would the sailors be useful in a fight? or just for sailing the ship?
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 d20+7=17 ; d20+7=10 ; d20+5=12 ; d20+7=13 ; Friday April 23rd, 2021 4:30:52 PM
Zanderallen makes his own observations and listens to those of his friends. "Has something happened at the Float? Or are the sailors all being grabbed to man the navy vessels? Do you feel comfortable taking us after the pirates or would it be better to head back to the Float and give your men a rest?" ---------------------- Perception (17) Perception (10) Heal (12) Perception (13) Sense Motive (Auto)
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29 d20=10 ; d20=3 ; Saturday April 24th, 2021 1:18:00 AM
Delia takes in the exhausted crew and single shift in a glance. At Ahab's words about drawing attention she will begin to put out the fire, enlisting any nearby to help. She'll listen to the rapid fire questions and not any any more to the mix. Though she can't get a personal read on any of the sailors, the party is clearly uneasy and the situation reeks of tension, so getting into more maneuverable waters seems like the right idea.
===================== auto succeed perceptions heal 22 vs 15 sense motive 6 vs 10
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 23(15T, 21 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Saturday April 24th, 2021 1:34:25 PM
Ohen looks at the signal fire, then at his magic, facepalms, and dismisses the magic, muttering "yesterday was a long day"
DM Robert - "Yes, please tell us, what are the developments since we last left?" Saturday April 24th, 2021 2:54:28 PM
Bartomus picks up on a few things and asks a question. Stohp goes about recruiting some help. Micah wants to know what's happened while they were gone. Stock is for Riverton, or where the pirates are. Zanderallen wants to know about the sailors. Delia puts out the fire while keeping an ear towards the boat. Ohen gets rid of the signal balls. Sid? _________ think of long john silver from the 1934 Treasure Island, when Ahab talks.
Ahab looks at you and nods. "I'll say things are getting spooky. Been two fishin' boats not come back. And then mid-day yesterday there was turtle shell floating back to the harbor. Them's what deals with turtles think it was Gingersnap." Knowledge Local 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {Giant Lake Turtle size gargantuan}
Anticipating a follow up question. The fishing boats (2) 1 was the size of the Mary Celeste, the other was smaller, row boat size. Both were generally fishing to the west/southwest of The Float. Ginger had recently been chartered and was apparently headed to Merfolk waters. Ahab will lean in and whisper, "Heard tell there was signs that whatever killed Ginger done ate her, scraps marks in the shell don't ya know." whether that's exaggeration, rumor, or what not you don't know. Ahab will admit he didn't actually see any of the remains.
Ahab continues, "Well you know how it is, sailor's be a superstitious lot. They don't be wantin' to go out no more. Can't say as a I blame them. But the Paragon comes to me and says, there's a job need doin' and can I do it. Well like I says I owe him a bit for curing young Pip a way back. So I scrounge up this lot and we take to the waters rowin' hard 'n fast." He looks at the crew. "You're right tho', don't think they have it in them to get us back quick. And somethin' be in the water." He snaps his fingers and points at Stock, "Did your say pirates? Thar could 'splain somethin'."
Eyeing the men Stock thinks they are more exhausted than anything, they likely aren't even thinking straight enough to have a morale of any kind.
He turns to Zanderallen, "Navy? Float ain't got no navy, what need for a navy. Ain't had no troubles from anythin' 'cept the wood since we'd got moved here. He shrugs, boys, ain't much at fightin' 'cept in bars. They may be game to give some transportation in battle if the pay is good." He scratches at his whiskery chin. "May be a good thing to have the boys rest some. But that means another rowing by night." He sticks his finger in the air. "Hmm, could use the sail, not as fast as rowing, but we could start now."
Zanerallen, being a military man, knows there's not balista or catapult located anywhere in the city. As to why there's no navy, again you've been pretty much locked in an inland sea by yourselves for close to 15 years.
You are somewhere between 20-25 miles as the crow flies, from the Float. The crew would need 8 hours of rest but then they would be able to row again. They would have to row for 8 hours straight to get back in 8 hours. With the current wind it would probably take you 14 or so hours to return, it's not that strong, and you wouldn't be able to go in a straight line.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+7=15 ; Sunday April 25th, 2021 2:02:24 PM
Bartomus winced when he heard about the turtle whose shell had floating back with its scraped inner shell. He looked over at the other Shields and asked, "ya think it could be those shark fellows who took over the castle below the waves?"
"If we are going to let them get a good rest, we probably need to get everyone under cover, any fires be such that they burn clean with really dry things so we don't send up a giant smoke plume. Or, I guess we could just let the winds take us," Bartomus offered up as ideas.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Sunday April 25th, 2021 8:23:49 PM
Stohp is slightly surprised that the man doesn't seem to have already been told the whole situation. Or maybe he was appraised and she just misread his statements. She clarifies just in case. "No telling what killed the turtle but the missing ships might be connected to our mission. Cutter was attacked by someone that came over the water. Whoever it was might be responsible for the other troubles you mentioned. We're tracking down the culprits and dealing with them. As much as I'd prefer to catch them on land there's no telling where we'll run across them - we have a way of tracking their direction but not their exact position. There's every chance we catch them on the water. If that happens I doubt they'll let us avoid a fight on the open water. I just wanted to make sure you were aware of the possible danger beforehand.
We're almost certainly far enough away that we can all get a good rest under wind power. The sooner we catch them the less damage they'll deal, but a tired crew won't do us any favors should a navel engagement become inevitable. With the coin and a close lookout maybe we'll spot them before they spot us and be able to make a plan to catch them on land."
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Monday April 26th, 2021 8:15:34 AM
After hearing what the captain has to say and knowing that the crew needs to rest, Micah takes some time in prayer to prepare a spell.
Gathering the other Shields around and informing them that he is about to cast sending, he starts the protracted ritual to do so. After ten minutes have passed, he focuses on the merfolk king and sends the following message: Reports of missing boats and remains of a giant turtle headed to your waters found with scrape marks. Have you seen anything? Can you help?"
============ used open 5th level slot to prepare sending
Stock (JonM) HP: 125/125; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used d20+1=7 ; d20+10=28 ; Monday April 26th, 2021 11:21:41 AM
Stock watches Micah's ritual and nudges Delia. "Who's he talking to?" He shrugs and then says, "To be honest, I think we do both. Rest for a bit and then take to the wind...that is if we can trust the wind not to change."
He licks his stubby finger and holds it to the wind, staring at Ahab as he does so.
"If it does look like it will change, at least we will have rested and can row at a measured pace. I can also lend some strength to an oar."
========== Local 7 Nature 28 - any guess that this wind will hold? Or if this is the prevailing wind direction?
Sid(Andrew) High HP: 72/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Monday April 26th, 2021 5:52:38 PM
"I've still got my water gear," Sid says. "If we're going to sail I could take a rest and then scout underneath. well, as long as I've got something to hold onto. I'm not going to take out anything that killed Ginger, but I'm good at warning."
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 23(15T, 21 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Monday April 26th, 2021 6:08:43 PM "I don't have any knowledge of sailing, but I'll be ready to defend the ship if the pirates show up. "I agree, Stock, I think we should give the rowers some rest, then head out under the wind for a while and let them rest some more. We want them to be ready if we find something nasty on the waters."
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Monday April 26th, 2021 7:32:03 PM
[b]"That plan of action seems sound. We do need to move quickly but there is no reason to push these men to death. Let's use the wind to rest and get back to the float."
DM Robert - "Who's he talking to?" Monday April 26th, 2021 8:07:14 PM
Bartomus wonders about the shark creatures and seems ready to make a dry camp. Stohp seems ready to sail out and let the wind carry you home Actually Cutter was not attacked by the pirates that was Rivertown. Cutter was attacked by orcs that marched into the forest. Micah casts a spell. Stock suggests a short rest and then set sail. Sid suggests you tow him underwater. It's called chumming." Ohen also likes the short rest and then set sail option. Zanderallen is ready. Dalia ? _____________
Micah casts his spells and waits briefly before he gets an answer. Highlight to display spoiler: {"We were expecting a representative from the Float but he never showed. Our scouts reported turtle blood near a large boat."}
Stock is pretty sure the prevailing wind is usually southwest, west, or northwest (origin, flowing the opposite direction, ie southwest blows to northeast, etc). Right now the wind is west/southwest. That usually means no front is moving in.
It seems the there are some different directions the party has suggested for travel. There does not seem to be a consensus. 1 - set sail now, hope nothing requires you to use oars of any speed for more than an hour, because then they would be exhausted. 2 - give the sailors a rest, let them stretch their legs, etc. Then set sail. For each hour you let them rest, I'd give you an hour back of rowing at moderate slow speed. 3 - Well none of you said let them rest 8 hours so I'm guessing that's not even an option.
Fatigues says "A fatigued character can neither run nor charge and takes a –2 penalty to Strength and Dexterity. Doing anything that would normally cause fatigue causes the fatigued character to become exhausted. After 8 hours of complete rest, fatigued characters are no longer fatigued."
FYI exhausted says "An exhausted character moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –6 penalty to Strength and Dexterity. After 1 hour of complete rest, an exhausted character becomes fatigued. A fatigued character becomes exhausted by doing something else that would normally cause fatigue."
Sid(Andrew) High HP: 72/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Monday April 26th, 2021 9:08:30 PM
"Wait, when you said, 'set sail' that would've been for eight hours right? So they can sleep? Because I'm good after 4hrs, but most of you guys need real sleep. Used to do that. Really do like beds and sometimes still use them, but they need sleep." Sid turns to Micah, "They need sleep."
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Tuesday April 27th, 2021 7:16:33 AM
Stohp seeks clarification from the captain. "I'm not an experienced navel navigator. Our targets seem to be southwest. Assuming they aren't nearby, could the crew get a full rest under sail power before we crossed the lake and likely find them, or would it be better for them to rest ashore to not risk fighting while tired?"
Stock (JonM) HP: 125/125; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used Tuesday April 27th, 2021 9:24:54 AM "Sure Stohp, South/Southwest will get us to Cutter but I think we are forcused on Riverton which is South/Southeast. And Sid, my concern is if we do not rest now and run into trouble along the way and need the rowers. Our navigation and speed are limited if we have to rely on the wind during a fight."
======== OOC - I'm ok with where ever you guys decide to go.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+14=25 ; Tuesday April 27th, 2021 10:40:52 AM "Let 'em rest, I would say." Bartomus chimed in adding his support to that already voiced. "If it's one of the sibs, and if they paired up with those sharkmen, well then, we need everyone at their best, right?"
He stepped away from the meet point and took a few steps back up the shore trying to see if there was a ridge that the crew and captain could rest behind while they all took watch.
"We can find them a place to lie down and I can do first or second watch. See the stars way hour here and the Float all twinkly like in the distance out there. Worth the extra night on the beach I say," the Taur's enthusiasm was echoed by his grin.
Perception to find a ridge or decent flat space for the crew's camp site - 25
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Tuesday April 27th, 2021 2:42:26 PM
Getting a better idea of the situation Zanderallen makes a suggestion, "I think it would be best for the men and for safety if we gave them a few hours rest on shore. Then make way under wind power until they're fully rested. We may have need of their strength before the day is done. What are your thoughts Captain Ahab?"
Micah shares what he heard from the Merfolk King and comments, "They are seeing signs of whatever it is to, but are not yet prompted to action."
Micah had always assumed that the crew needed rest on shore. When Zanderallen put the question to the captain, he nodded to show he supported the paladin's idea.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 23(15T, 21 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Tuesday April 27th, 2021 6:28:36 PM
Ohen agrees with Zanderallen's rest plan, and settles in to watch the lake while they do.
DM Robert - "Our navigation and speed are limited if we have to rely on the wind during a fight." Tuesday April 27th, 2021 8:07:51 PM
Sid talks. Stoph asks a question. Stock is slightly confused on directions.From where you are Cutter is south/south west, but Rivertown is North, northeast. Bartomus is for letting them rest it's morning, they rowed all night, YOU guys don't need to rest you just rested overnight Zanderallen makes a suggestion. Micah agrees. Ohen also agrees. Delia ?
Captain Ahab nods. "Ar was thinkin' a small nap twer best for 'em." He motions to the men. "Men set anchor. Take a breather on yonder shore." The men grumble slightly, but it is the grumpiness of someone tired having to stand and stretch to try and get muscles that have not been used to stretch, and to get muscles that have been used to try and relax.
The men get to shore slowly. You can tell they are beat. IF you would care to aid them you can offer some massage, Heal 10, the higher the score the more effective your skills. Or you can search the woods for any natural remedy plants that could be used as a poultice to sooth sore muscles. Knowledge Nature 20.
Ahab scratches at his whiskers. "Heard tale them proper sailing boats can move all the time day or night. Don't rightly know where they might be. Don't know about taking you elsewhere. Squire says to pick you up, I thought that meant bring you back to the Float."
Anyone taking a watch and watching out to sea, cannot help the men. But you on watch need to make a perception check.....don't forget Pip has a spyglass.
Micah's statement may cause some to wonder, Knowledge Local 20 or straight up Intelligence Check of 14 Highlight to display spoiler: {If you recall, WAY back, you guys badgered the Council about contacting the Merfolk and doing some negotiating to try and get them to help. The Merfolk king said they were EXPECTING a delegate from The Float. The entourage to meet the Delegate found turtle blood in the water (but not human etc, blood) and the underside of a large boat nearby.....}
Sid(Andrew) High HP: 72/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) d20+15=32 ; d20+16=23 ; Tuesday April 27th, 2021 9:58:02 PM
Sid will trance and then take a middle watch. He relates what he remembers of the evens around the expected delegation from the float. A sullen moroseness falls over him as he sits in the dark of night, missing Elly and his City, but by dawn it lifts with the morning mist and he will have tea ready.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+11=24 ; Tuesday April 27th, 2021 10:20:45 PM "You all keep a look out and I will see if we can get these folks a bit of good ground to take rest on."[b] Bartomus said to the other Shields.
He looked at the crew coming off slowly and with a bit of grousing about having to do so. [b]"Come on let's find a good place to take a rest."
He stepped up on to the grassy part of the lake's shore and looked about. Finding a good stretch of dry grass and shade from a few trees, along with a mossy log that could be used as a seat, he jestered to the men to find a place.
"Alright, now I can try to use these thumbs and fingers to work out any knots in the shoulders and neck, just take a seat and let's see if that will help." Bartomus offered pointing to the mossy log as the place to sit if any were so inclined.
====== Healing - 24 --> Back, shoulder and neck massages at the Mossy Log by the Taur for any who take him up on it.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Wednesday April 28th, 2021 7:56:45 AM
Stohp doesn't really have any useful skills for this situation so just sits around.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29 d20+17=33 ; d20=4 ; Wednesday April 28th, 2021 2:46:19 PM
Delia will go up to Pip, "Hey kiddo, could I use your spyglass while you get some shut eye? We'll take good care of it and make sure it gets back to you in the morning."
She will take 1st watch, with the spyglass if Pip let her borrow it.
=================== Watch: 33 perception Int check: 5 (Delia is apparently as scatterbrained as her player is right now...)
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 d20+5=8 ; d20+7=8 ; Wednesday April 28th, 2021 2:49:14 PM
Zanderallen attempts to lead the sailors through some stretches and help them loosen their muscles but his methods are rough and accomplish nothing but earning him glares from the crew. Bowing out to Bart's obviously superior skill in the matter he keeps a wary eye out to the lake for signs of trouble. -------------- Heal (+5): 8 Perception (+7): 8
die roller really hating me today
Stock (JonM) HP: 125/125; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used d20+3=5 ; d20+17=24 ; Wednesday April 28th, 2021 4:02:37 PM
Stock sees the party aiding the sailors and realizes he can't do much more than make sure no more evil approaches. He climbs partway up a tree to get some height and stares out to sea (or should that be lake...).
========== Local: 5 Perception (Watch): 24
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 23(15T, 21 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20+1=5 ; d20+15=34 ; Wednesday April 28th, 2021 5:31:39 PM
Ohen's deductive skills are dull, but his golden eyes are sharp as they look over the lake. ~~~~~~~ 5 int 34 perception I thought it was morningish, so I don't think we need to divide are watches. If we do, Ohen will take second.
Micah is pleased to have the opportunity to assist the wearisome crew. He makes sure all have plenty of water, using some to cool and soothe their tired muscles and helps them to get comfortable.
=========== Heal 26 Perception 14
DM Robert - " I can try to use these thumbs and fingers to work out any knots in the shoulders and neck," Wednesday April 28th, 2021 8:30:20 PM
Delia (clicked private post instead of public) keeps watch and recommends let the men rest as long as needed. Sid seems confused about the time of day, someone better check his canteen. He does relate events in the spoiler section. Bartomus cracks knuckles and goes Swedish masseuse. Stohp finds a comfy rock to sit upon. Zanderallen contemplates how to help while trying and not really succeeding. Stock attempts to climbs a tree, a dwarf in a tree, a sight to behold. Ohen watches the lake fully cognizant of the sun's place in telling the correct time. Micah aids in refreshing the crew. _______________
There are numerous grunts and groans as Bartomus takes to working these puny human girly muscles. There are audible cracks as joints loosen vigorously. The sailors who are watching and not under the ministrations of the taur, stare in shock and horror. But when Jacques stands from the log he was stretched on he visibly smiles. "Thanks, I feel better already." he tells Bartomus.
Micah also makes sure the sailors get hydrated and rested. You find that they did bring a lunch or breakfast, at least it appears they have 1 meal ready. And they eat it now, as they could not eat while rowing. It seems like a small dinner to you, but you think that it could suffice. Many point to the dwarf looking out from a tree top. "Look a tree hugging dwarf." There is much laughter which is also a form of good medicine for the men.
Pip comes over and stares at Stohp. He pushes a finger at her. "You sure are big. Why you so glum? If I were big like you I wouldn't be no lookout on a boat, I'd be ...." He pauses, you can tell he's not sure what he would be if he were big like you.
Malici goes around casting prestidigitation on the sailors, removing their sweat and freshening up their garments. "A clean body is a healthy body." He politely tells each one as he goes among them.
Fortunately no one has seen anything stirring on the lake. Captain Ahab looks up to the sun. "It be getting close to noon. I thinks we be sailing now so we don't be sailing in the dark. Maybe, luck be with us we make The Float by near dark." He unrolls a map. "But if you be wanting to head to Riverton well that be near 100 miles from here. Four maybe five days travel. Cutter be nigh on 150 miles." He looks at you glummly. "Didn't figure on no long trip. Don't got the proper supplies."
The crew get up from their places of rest. It's been 4 hours, and they still look tired. But maybe with luck and sailing part of the way, they would be fresh enough to do some rowing should the need arise. Ahab looks expectantly at you, waiting for your decision.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Thursday April 29th, 2021 7:21:52 AM
Stohp isn't glum at all and is surprised at the observation. "Just... thinking about things. Actually I'm a runt by my species standards. Smaller then anyone else and even many humans are stronger then me."
After the captain speaks Stohp concedes the point. "Very well. We'll find a full crew to hire on the float to be better prepared." She's a bit annoyed the observation didn't come before the rest. If they had to go back to the float regardless they could have just gone under sail power. Presuming the direction the medallion is pointing them they wouldn't run into enemies in a strait shot to the float, or at least not the ones with the medallion.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 Thursday April 29th, 2021 10:49:21 AM "Alright glad to have offered some relief to your crew, Cap!" Bartomus said as they reassembled. He grabbed his kit and followed the crew up onto the boat. He looked over at Malici and asked, "any chance while we are on the water you might get some direction of the other pieces, maybe some fine tunning and such as we travel?"
He paused and then went on. "The captain I suspect could give us a course or we just draw a line on something showing us and the float, then mark off where you were already getting a sense things were at. check in every now and then as we sail along and see if those points stay put? Just an idea.
Stock (JonM) HP: 125/125; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used Thursday April 29th, 2021 2:48:26 PM
Stock hears the remarks and grumbles. Just when his rage started to boil though he saw the positive effect it was having on morale and decides to bear it instead. "...don't mean I have to be happy 'bout it..." he mutters.
He hops down when it seems to be time to sail and says to Bartomus, "Yeah - use Malici like a divining rod. That could work...hopefully better than a divining rod anyway. If we get back to the Float and are no 'closer' to the source, then we put in and hire another crew."
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29 Thursday April 29th, 2021 4:02:56 PM
Delia will smile a little at Stock's reaction and say to him, "Don't worry. Even with the "tree-hugging" no one could possibly mistake you for an elf with that beard. I think your dwarven-ness is still intact."
[b]"The rest was still important. We could run into danger on the way to the Float. Whatever's out there could pick a giant turtle clean and attacked a bigger ship than us. " Once they set out, she will offer to be a lookout along with Pip.
Adding to Bartomus' suggestion, Micah says, "And if they are staying put, we could triangulate and estimate more precisely their distance and direction.
He is ready to go.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Thursday April 29th, 2021 6:08:14 PM "No reason to hunt pirates on an empty stomach. We'll resupply at the Float and hopefully Malici can get a better sense of what direction the others are in."
Sid(Andrew) High HP: 72/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Thursday April 29th, 2021 6:12:39 PM
Sid still keeps watch as they rest though obviously no one needs to trance or anything, his natural paranoid and mild homesickness making him scan the shore.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 23(15T, 21 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Thursday April 29th, 2021 6:13:14 PM
Ohen is ready to go, and will comment. "Indeed Delia, even if we expect no danger, it is better to have a rested crew in case there is danger, let's go."
DM Robert - "Indeed Delia, even if we expect no danger, it is better to have a rested crew in case there is danger, let's go." Thursday April 29th, 2021 8:32:23 PM
Bartomus is for the captain charting a course and Malici 'scanning'. Stohp is a bit irked. Stock is for using Malici as a divining rod. Delia thinks the rest worthwhile. Micah is ready. Zanderallen is willing for some Float food. Sid still wants to keep watch. Ohen is agreeable.
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The crew gets on board. Captain Ahab gets the sail up with some help from those with some muscles on board. Pip starts to go up the mast then pauses and looks at Delia and Sid. "Excuse me, but you seem better able to act as lookout than me." He offers up the spy glass.
Perception checks of anyone wanting to make them, the spyglass gives you extended range.
Malici shrugs and says {b]"I'm pretty sure I'm just getting a direction, not a distance."[/b] He does periodically check the reading. You note that he keeps stopping looking towards the Float as you tack back and forth a bit with the wind. And also off to the south/southwest.
As a note, for clarification, as from Delia's comment it seems all is not clear. The representative from the Float to the Merfolk was most likely using the, as already stated, chartered turtle cruise. The 'large boat' (maybe I should have more properly said, Colossal sized boat) in the water near where the turtle blood was, was most likely the dragon boat of the pirates. There's is the only large boat on the lake.
And, keep in mind that technically a large, fully manned dragon boat, can make almost 50 miles in one 24 hour period. They don't need to land at night and can keep moving.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Friday April 30th, 2021 7:20:59 AM "I think we need three points of reference to pinpoint location, and I don't know how to do that math anyway. That's why it's called triangulation." Stohp isn't really worried about the trip back. Indications are the enemy is in a different direction and what are the odds that there are 4 groups of enemies making trouble instead of just 3, and that they run into the forth? Well one less now that they've taken care of the group attacking the ratfolk.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Friday April 30th, 2021 4:41:34 PM "Once we re-supply we're going to have to figure out how to catch the dragon boat. Whether through chartering a vessel long term that we can chase them down with or baiting them to attack us by looking like a juicy target."
Micah nods at Stohp's comment and replies, "Actually, the target is the third point."
He understands the mathematics from his tutoring in battle tactics, but is no expert at navigation, so he asks the captain, "Can you help us keep track of the bearings of where Malici is sensing the two medallions when we started and then after we arrive at the Float?"
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+14=23 ; Friday April 30th, 2021 10:48:43 PM
Bartomus found a place to put his kit and then spent some time watching the horizon.
"So if we see like something moving with a sail, we shout really loud, right?" Bartomus asked aloud.
========== Perception 23
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 23(15T, 21 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20+15=18 ; Saturday May 1st, 2021 3:57:12 AM "If you see anything moving in the water at all shout really loud please Mister Bartomus."
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Stock (JonM) HP: 125/125; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used d20+17=23 ; Saturday May 1st, 2021 8:01:08 AM "Might be a shouting contest..." Stock notices all the attention being paid toward the Float ahead and instead begins alternating looking out past the Port, Starboard and Stern.
==== Perception 23
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29 d20=13 ; d20=11 ; d20=18 ; Saturday May 1st, 2021 10:48:42 AM
Delia will accept the spyglass from Pip and climb up into the rigging. She'll settle and keep a sharp eye out for anything unusual. Hawky will do some loops around the area and alert on movement.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Sunday May 2nd, 2021 9:29:15 PM
The others clearly misunderstood Stohp so she gets into a long winded explanation of triangulation. that is how to take three readings of something to get it's exact location. It's a pointless lecture though, as while she's knowledgeable in the basic concept she doesn't know the math.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29 Monday May 3rd, 2021 11:22:27 AM
Up in the rigging, Delia breathes in the cool air, closing her eyes and taking a moment to enjoy the calm of the wind and waves before they set out into the next storm. She'll reflect on the whirlwind of her time with the Shields and be grateful for this group's compassion for those in need and their ability to do real good in the world.
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Monday May 3rd, 2021 11:27:19 AM
Micah nods as Stohp's continues her explanation on triangulation and quietly continues obtaining the information (heading, distance, and direction of the readings) he needs to estimate the position of their eventual objectives.
He is relieved to hear that his sharper eyed companions are keeping a look out.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Monday May 3rd, 2021 3:40:26 PM
Zanderallen quickly removes himself from the conversation once math becomes the topic of discussion and focuses on keeping his armored self away from the edges of the ship and out of the way of the sailors. Once the math winds down he brings up a different topic, "Any thoughts on how we're going to fight this boat of dragon pirates once we fight them. Based on what Ahab has said we're going to be out-shipped and out-manned in whatever craft we chase them in. Ohen or Bart, do either of you possess magic to control the wind or weather to give us an advantage?"
Stock (JonM) HP: 125/125; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used Monday May 3rd, 2021 5:10:13 PM "...even being able to turn into a water elemental may come in handy. I've got to say though, I'm not worried as long as we can pull close enough for some ship to ship action. And if we do, we fly over and board. I've got to believe we've seen worse than this scum...I mean remember that Ogre Mage fight in the warehouse? That was tough..."
Sid(Andrew) High HP: 72/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Monday May 3rd, 2021 6:20:08 PM
Sid will put on his water gear and tie a rope around himself so he stays tethered to the ship. "I'll be chumming then. Let me know if you need me, I certainly will you," he says before he jumps in.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 23(15T, 21 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Monday May 3rd, 2021 6:38:23 PM "No, I never mastered weather magic. Outside of blowing them to smithereens or making someone fly I could always teleport myself and 3 others a few hundred feet on to the boat."
DM MikeK - So if we see like something moving with a sail, we shout really loud, right? Monday May 3rd, 2021 8:27:41 PM
Stohp and Micah sorta discuss how to triangulate, while Zanderallen considers their next move once back at the Float.
Delia climbs the rigging and looks about, as does Hawky.
Bartomus and Stock discuss shouting.
Ohen and Zanderallen discuss tactics.
Sid...ties himself to the ship and jumps in the water? (DM is not following why.)
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Malici takes occasional "readings", while Micah plots on his map. A problem becomes apparent. While the piece on land is fairly easy to pinpoint, the one on water is proving more difficult. The land bound piece is a good ways to the south. The sea bound piece appears to be moving at a good clip, because the reading lines aren't crossing each other. Its always generally north of the party.
Then, Hawky lets out a screech. Shortly, thereafter, Delia makes out a white square sail to the north.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29 d20=12 ; d20=13 ; Monday May 3rd, 2021 9:20:34 PM
Delia will snap back to high alert following Hawky's screech, glancing at him to determine which direction to train the spyglass in. She will then follow Bart's advice and shout, "Sail to the north!" and try to estimate a distance and include that in her alert. She will continue to scan their surroundings with the spyglass to make sure the sail is the only thing on the Shields' horizon.
=================================== Survival check to determine distance: 29 (12+17) Perception: 30
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Tuesday May 4th, 2021 7:33:12 AM
Micah scratches in head in puzzlement when the first readings of the north target do not converge. After a moment' consideration, he nods in realization that the waterborne target is moving. He decides to assume it is moving at a constant rate and direction and attempts to estimate both its speed and course.
With the southern target, he tries to place it on their map, attempting to determine what it is near to.
At Delia's call, he deliberately rolls up and stows all his maps and charts, then turns to watch for the approaching sail.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Tuesday May 4th, 2021 8:18:38 AM
Stohp is alert quickly and looks in the indicated direction. Is it to the north, the direction the next target was indicated?
Stock (JonM) HP: 125/125; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used Tuesday May 4th, 2021 8:56:06 AM
Stock hears the warning from Delia and looks to the north. Not wanting to climb to the crow's nest, Stock tries to get as tall as his 4ft frame will let him get to see. Eventually he shrugs and begins tying on his armor and doing trunk twists and other stretches.
"Malici - does your target to the North point at that ship over there?"
"Does anybody have any waterbreathing magic?"
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+14=18 ; Tuesday May 4th, 2021 10:33:16 AM
Bartomus tried getting a sense of where the sail was and he thought he could see what Dalia was pointing towards but wasn't certain.
"Captain, can we outrun and make the Float?" Bartomus asked thinking the Captain would be the best to decide what options were realistic with his ship and crew. He also began thinking about Stock's question. Which didn't ease his mind at all.
Between the sail, thoughts of sharkmen, and flashes of fire and lightening, Bartomus began laying out a plan if it were the raiders they had heard about.
Perception - 18
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Tuesday May 4th, 2021 3:51:24 PM
Opening his mouth to ask Malici he snaps it shut as Stock beats him to the question. Instead he turns to Captain Ahab, "Do you know of any other vessels sailing the lake right now? Because if not it seems like the pirates have found us. We'll try and take the fight to their ship to protect your ship and your men." He then makes an effort to slow down and get all of his armor on. Reviewing his gear he prepares himself for the probable combat. "How long before they can close with us?"
DM Robert - As Malici Tuesday May 4th, 2021 5:26:19 PM "I think that's the boat. Suddenly I feel a little woozy with all the boat rocking going on." Malici does look a little green around the gills.
OOC I'll wait for DM Mike to confirm things. Also I would think our crew is fully rested now. Unless they have a current with them, I believe speeds are equal, they have more oars but also more boat to move.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 23(15T, 21 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Tuesday May 4th, 2021 5:51:52 PM "If we want to outrun it, I can try to take out its sails. Delia, let me know when it gets close enough that you can estimate the size and location of its sails.
Sid(Andrew) High HP: 72/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Tuesday May 4th, 2021 6:01:42 PM
Sid is on underwater watch will stay there until they pull his line or he notices something.
DM MikeK - "Does anybody have any waterbreathing magic?" Tuesday May 4th, 2021 6:53:36 PM
Delia calls out the sail to the north. She tries to figure out the distance, but the open water is a lot different from land, and she finds she's having trouble. Profession - Sailor skill check required
Micah has been tracking. The southern target is way, way south, and not really close to anything. Its on the lakeshore, about 10 miles south of the river that runs from the lake northwest to the sea.
Stohp and Stock look to the north. Sure enough, the line to the sea target runs directly over that sail.
Bartomus asks Ahab about the chances of making a run for the Float. He also begins thinking about combat plans.
Zanderallen asks if any other vessels might be sailing on the lake, and how long it will take to close.
Malici admits he's feeling a little woozy.
Ohen offers to try and take out the sails when the craft gets closer.
Sid continues to stand watch underwater.
Captain Ahab turns at Delia's call, a sour expression passing across his features. While the Shields ask their questions, the fellow glances at the sun, then forward, then off to the north. Only Zander's query about other ships on the lake draws a reaction. Ahab fixes the paladin with an incredulous look. "I ain't the Port Authority. Sides, Float is an island. People go out on the water all the time."
The crew, meanwhile, has jumped to break out oars, and assumes seats. The look up to Ahab expectantly. Ahab holds up a hand to the crew, and looks at the Shields.
"Guessing that young lady spotted it right off, which'd put her at 10, maybe 12 miles. Dragon Boat likely is faster than us, and she's got an angle. She'll likely catch us before we see the Float, oars or no oars. Probably take a couple hours if we stay on this heading. We'll see in a few minutes if she means to intercept us, and an hour after that to get a good look at her.
Or, we turn and run straight away from her, and maybe make the shoreline before they catch up."
Ahab regards the party. "Or, you bein' big shot heros and all, we turn toward her. But, just to be clear. We get close, an' the crew goes below. An' you better keep us from sinking, or I'll haunt you the rest o' your days."
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Wednesday May 5th, 2021 8:53:50 AM ” Can we all take to the air again? None of us have experience with naval combat so flying to the enemy would be better then a ship to ship fight that the crew didn’t sign up for anyway. We close into flying distance then leave them behind in safety. Stohp suggests.
Stock (JonM) HP: 125/125; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used Wednesday May 5th, 2021 9:09:52 AM "If they are going to catch us anyway, I say we lure them in close. Don't want to make a flying leap for their boat too early and have them pull away.
Captain Ahab - All due respect but I don't think the crew can go below. Even if you pull in the sails and float, you may have to deal with fires on the deck in case they have a magic user over there."
He then grabs a potion from his waste pouch and holds it casually off to the side.
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Wednesday May 5th, 2021 2:16:56 PM "with about 15 minutes of prayer, I can give us all water breathing for awhile, but I am not sure how effective that would be since none of us are that capable at swimming," says Micah. Indicating his necklace he received from the lizardfolk, he adds, "And. I already have the capability to breath underwater."
"Alternatively, I can give us the ability to walk on water. I have that already prepared. Personally, I think Stohp has the best idea: going airborne. "
Micah nods agreement with Stock and adds, "Yes, we should lure them close, but without being too obvious about it. Maybe we can catch them unprepared for rigorous counter attack. If we do take to the air, then you, Captain, can try to get the Mary Celeste out of reach while we deal with this scourge of the lake."
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Wednesday May 5th, 2021 5:13:51 PM "Make a run for it captain. Let's not let them know we looking for a fight. I think we wait for them to get close, but not close enough to put the Mary Celeste in real danger. We take to the air and assault the dragon boat. Maybe we take her as our own." Zanderallen tries to strike a nautical pose and almost falls over.
DM Robert - As Malici Wednesday May 5th, 2021 5:36:05 PM
Malici adds "Flying is very limited and we could find ourselves with the spell wearing out before we are able to return. At most we'd only have 12 minutes. Granted we know we can cover a mile with that but at sea distances can be tricky. Also I can't cast it on everyone as my capacity is limited."
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29 d20+17=24 ; d20+11=30 ; Wednesday May 5th, 2021 5:44:10 PM
Delia will continue to keep an eye on the ship with Pip's spyglass, keeping everyone updated on whether or not it looks like it is moving to intercept. She'll command Hawky to alert if he sees anything new.
(not sure of how fast we're moving/how much distance spyglass adds, so if I can't yet that's fine) She will try and identify obvious weapons on the ship and numbers on deck.
================ Perception to see more on ship: 24 Hawky watching for new dangers: 30
Sid(Andrew) High HP: 72/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) d20+16=27 ; Wednesday May 5th, 2021 6:19:14 PM
Sid continues to watch for underwater threats, oblivious to the goings on above the waves.
DM MikeK -Making a run for it, sort of. Wednesday May 5th, 2021 7:16:20 PM
Stohp suggests an air attack. Stock wants to draw them close first, and tells Ahab his crew may have to stay topside to fight fires and such. Micah considers an underwater approach, but goes with drawing them close as well. Zanderallen agrees with an air attack, and asks the Captain to make a show of running for it. Malici agrees, but wonders about getting back. Delia keeps watch topside. Sid keeps watch below.
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After a few minutes, Delia notes a change in the sail's heading. She relays this down. Ahab nods, and brings the Mary Celeste about, heading directly away from the sail. In response, the sail changes heading again, now in full on pursuit.
"Stow oars," Ahab commands, and the men, somewhat reluctantly, put the oars away.
The Captain turns back to the Shields. "Very well. We look like we're running, but they'll catch us. Afore they do, you go board them. I'll sail about, keeping an eye, and whenever you're done, I'll come in to pick you up."
He gives Zanderallen a grin. "Oh, and if you all get killed, please have the decency to cripple that ship first, so I can get away."
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Time passes, and the chasing ship closes ground. After a while, everyone can make out the Dragon Boat. It's a large, single sailed vessel with eight oars on each side. Rowing in unison, the ship is creating quite a wake behind it. It's twice as long as the Mary Celeste and advances inexorably.
Ahab has been timing the pace of the oars. "Long haul pace," he mutters. "Conserving their energy. Guessing the rowers are also fighters."
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At the next DM post, the Dragon Ship will be 200' away. Should anyone want to do anything before that, please include the distance the Dragon Boat is from the Mary Celeste at the time of your activity.
Oh, and one of the sailors has yanked up Sid, and filled him in.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 23(15T, 21 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Wednesday May 5th, 2021 7:17:32 PM "Yes, if we split the flying between us again, we can manage, but it is somewhat draining on our magic. We can fly 1 mile and then fight for a while while flying. But once it runs out we're stuck at sea if we don't make it back, so we'll want to be much closer than that. The tactical advantages of flying at a ship are quite good, however."
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Thursday May 6th, 2021 7:45:28 AM Questions about the opposing ship:
What is the freeboard?
What is the elevation of the sails relative to the deck?
What is the highest point of the sail?
What can we (Delia) see regarding who is on deck?
Dragon boat. This means the rowers are on the top deck, correct?
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Thursday May 6th, 2021 7:57:32 AM "They'll be far closer then a mile before we engage them. We'll have plenty of time to take them out and get back to our own ship."
Stock (JonM) HP: 125/125; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used d20+17=32 ; Thursday May 6th, 2021 9:16:22 AM "Closing to 200' now...I say we wait until it's within 100' and then fly over. Water walk should last a good while...I say we cast that as a fall back but still fly over."
Stock peers at the dragon boat trying to establish if it has any kind of ranged weaponry (ballistae, scorpions, longbowmen, etc.).
========== Perception 32
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 23(15T, 21 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Thursday May 6th, 2021 9:22:13 AM
At 1000' to 2000' Ohen casts fly on Delia, Stock, Bartomus, and himself. He also casts mirror image and spell resistance on himself.
At 800' he casts maximized fireball on the sail. He'll hit the deck too if he can, but the sail is the primary target. 20' radius 70 damage, reflex 21 for half.
Every round after that, Ohen will fireball the deck. 10d6+10 damage, 20' radius, reflex 21 for half. More fireballs will go into the sail if the first one doesn't destroy it.
At 200' Ohen casts Haste on everyone.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+1=12 ; Thursday May 6th, 2021 10:23:28 AM
Bartomus had lost himself in the watching of the pursuit and just the nature of the whole experience. He snapped out of it when suddenly he was hovering slightly above the deck of their ship. He tried to replay the last few minutes and then realized that Ohen was weaving a succession of spells as he tried to figure out his best initial attack.
Then he grinned when he saw Ohen's fireball flare out and lept into the air saying, "Oh let there be lightening and sizzle."
=== At 200' Call Lightening for 3d10 electricity at fore of the ship at each round it moves forward.
Fly roll of 12 and move towards the ship and when within 80' cast fire seeds on two (2) acorns found on the shore for 5d4 and 6d4 potential damage. Cannot be used until within 20 feet.
Sorry, thought I had posted but apparently dashed out and it was in the screen here.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Thursday May 6th, 2021 3:04:52 PM
As the fireworks start Zanderallen turns to Ahab, "Ummm, I don't know how much ship is going to be left to chase you at this rate. Better get your men below in case they return the favor in kind." Unless something changes he watches the barrage with glee and a sad longing. It was impressive but such wanton destruction just had no glory to it.
DM Robert - As Malici Thursday May 6th, 2021 5:38:28 PM
Malici looks at the fireballs roar away. "I certainly hope they don't have any prisoners. Pirates would be the type to take prisoners and hold them for ransom if they were important enough. I was wondering about that when you were talking about that turtle with the representative from the Float trying to meet the king of the Merfolk was it? I would think someone sent to meet with a king would be fairly high ranking."
"I can cast fly 7 times." And will do so on the other members of the party.
Sid(Andrew) High HP: 72/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Thursday May 6th, 2021 5:45:32 PM
Sid climbs up when they start yanking on the line. "We're good down below so far..." after being caught up he sighs and shakes his head, "I've still no fire, but Bart doesn't seem to need the help." When it is time he'll activate his shoes and follow after everyone.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29 d20=15 ; d20=3 ; d8+5=13 ; d6=3 ; d8+5=12 ; d6=6 ; d20=3 ; d20=18 ; d8+5=12 ; d6=3 ; Thursday May 6th, 2021 5:51:51 PM
Delia will use the spyglass to scan the deck and look for the captain, helmsmen, anyone in mage's robes, or if there are people manning ballistae (if they or anything else like them are on board) to lock onto a target: (Perception 32). Hawky will stay out of harms way and continue to patrol for anything new.
At 2000 feet, Delia will climb down to the deck to receive buff spells and have two hands to shoot, then she'll cast Barkskin on herself.
"Prisoners are normally held below decks, right? I woulda seen them on deck otherwise."
She'll go to the edge of the deck and wait until 550ft (-10 range penalty) to begin firing. Each 110ft closer penalty will decrease by 2 and she will continue to fire. (I wasn't sure how many rounds it would be, so in the interest of not having a mile long post I'll just roll one full-round attack for now)
Target priority (for now): 1 - "gunners"; 2 - mage-y person; 3 - captain; 4 - random rowers ========================================================= Attack 1: 14 (+11 (+4 if human for favored enemy)) Damage (x2): 13 Piercing + 3 Cold and 12 Piercing + 6 Cold (25 P + 9 C + 8 if humans)
Attack 2: 9 (+6)
Attack 3 19 (+1(+4 if human for favored enemy)) Damage: 12 P + 3 C (+4 if humans)
DM MikeK - Pirates Rd 1 d20+8=16 d20+8=17 d20+8=19 d20+8=21 d20+8=25 d20+8=16 d20+8=23 d20+8=16 d20+9=12 d20+9=26 d20+9=19 d20+9=16 Thursday May 6th, 2021 7:05:08 PM
The dragon ship draws closer.
As it closes to 2000', Ohen starts casting various spells on himself, and then casts Fly on Bartomus and Stock. Delia climbs down, gets her own Fly spell, and buffs herself.
Micah tries to learn some things about the opposing forces. At this distance, the group can tell the rowers are hunmanoid, armored, and seated on the top deck. The sail is pretty large. Its higher than the Mary Celete's and 8' or so above the deck. The DM has no idea what a freeboard is. It looks like your stereotypical Viking longship.
None of which is likely to matter, if Ohen can get all those fireballs going.
But, as of this post, he's only cast one.
At 800', Ohen casts a maximized fireball on the sail. He's able to hit the deck as well. The sail is vaporized in a ball of fire. Judging by the screaming echoing over the water, some of the rowers didn't fare well either.
The pair of oars on either side of the Dragon Boat nearest the sail go limp. The rest of the oars brake hard, and the vessel shudders as it loses nearly all of its speed. There is quite a bustle on deck, and as figures move about, the Shields are able to identify the crew as bugbears.
Malici points out there very well could be a high ranking Float representative on that boat.
We are in combat rounds. The ship is 750' away and slowing rapidly.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Friday May 7th, 2021 8:05:40 AM "Well if they do have hostages there's only one way to find out. Lets fly on over there."
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+14=17 ; Friday May 7th, 2021 10:06:24 AM "Agree Stohp." Bartomus said from some distance from their ship. He turned back and bellowed at Ohen. "Up and over us if you please Master Ohen!"
Bartomus moved forward even more trying to get a sense of who or what was on deck.
====== So, flying with haste - 60' normally, so 120 a round? If so that would put Bart at 630' separation after last round and 510' this round? Right? (Side note math is hard IG & IRL) Or is it a total of 60' each turn?
Put another way, if a Taur is flying at X and a dragon boat is moving at Y, what round will they be 200' apart? My brain hurt writing that by the way.
Perception - 17
Stock (JonM) HP: 147/147; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used Friday May 7th, 2021 11:01:15 AM Fly, Bear's Endurance
Stock downs his potion and shakes his head at the taste. "A little early there Ohen. Given that they are in range now, we may as well continue bombarding the rowers with fireballs as covering fire. It will still take the better part of a minute to fly over there as long assuming the boat doesn't get under way again.
We will have to make Haste.
Ahab - Move to close with that boat."
============ Potion of Bear's Endurance
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 d20+4=24 ; Friday May 7th, 2021 11:16:04 AM
Freeboard is the distance between the water and the deck. For a Viking longship that would likely be less than 6'. Thus, someone water walking, for example, could easily climb aboard.
Micah watches the fire fight in awe. He forces himself to tear his eyes away to watch the waters around the Mary Celeste, commenting as he does so, We have heard tales of turtle shells with gnaw marks. A bunch of bugbear pirates did not do that. They may have a monstrous ally in the water.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29 d20=19 ; d20=6 ; Friday May 7th, 2021 2:39:07 PM We don't have haste yet, right? Jacob said he cast that at 200' and we're at 750'.
If Ohen casts Haste this turn, she will wait for that, but Delia will rise 60 ft or 90 ft (or the top of our mast) in the air and grab onto the mast or some rigging so that the ship doesn't continue on beneath her and pull out the spyglass again. She will specifically search for anybody who looks tied up, restrained, or otherwise inconvenienced. If she spots them, she'll make sure to tell Ohen where to avoid blowing the ship to kingdom come.
Hawky continues his overhead watch on the surrounding waters.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 23(15T, 21 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20+15=21 ; Friday May 7th, 2021 5:10:05 PM
Ohen will cast haste on everyone this round instead of fireball before everyone flies off.
Ohen eyes go wide and he curses in draconic at the mention of prisoners. "Delia!" he shouts frantically, [b]"do you see anyone? Do they have any prisoners? Are there multiple decks? Where could they be keeping them?"
Ohen flies 80' towards the enemies and 40' up while looking for prisoners.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Perception 21 also looking for obvious magic and invisible people.
Fly gives 60' of movement and haste adds 30'. So everyone's fly speed is 90', going 180' with a double move. We'll be at 210' apart with 3 rounds of flying if they stop moving.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Friday May 7th, 2021 5:29:09 PM
Zanderallen stacks with Stock, casting Protection from Evil on him "This should help you out a little, especially if they have any spellcasters. We need to get close enough to board them if they've got hostages." -------------------- Stock - Protection from Evil +2 deflection AC, +2 resistance on saves, immunity to mental possession against evil. 7 minute duration
DM Robert - As Malici Friday May 7th, 2021 9:10:24 PM
Current AC 24 (mage armor always on) f15, t21: HP 108/108 CMD 25 Spell Resistance 24, Acid Resistance 10.
Malici casted Fly on all those that Ohen could not: Micah, Zanderallen, Stohp, and Sid. (Note not himself).
"Why couldn't the Bubears eat turtle? They have big teeth. No one said how big the teeth marks were." Malici looks with the others. "I'd say if they have prisoners they may be tied to the mast. Or maybe stowed near the front. The back has the rudder so likely not there. I don't think one of those boats really has but the one deck."
During this round 1, he will cast spell resistance on himself.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Saturday May 8th, 2021 8:31:56 AM "Well lets get closer and look. We can debate the existance of prisoners all day but only moving in will let us determine one way or the other." Stohp points out. Then she takes off and heads in the direction of the ship, stopping a good ways above it to look down and look for prisoner looking types.
Sid(Andrew) High HP: 72/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Saturday May 8th, 2021 8:52:16 AM
"Micah, I didn't see anything in the water. I mean, that's why I went down there. And yes, there were a bit away, but a monsterous ally would be good to attack early. Also, if a prisoner was tied to the mast or up top we need to get there NOW." Sid will activate his boots and draw Mildred, his shortsword of subtlety, and go about 10' above the deck and a straight course there.
DM MikeK - Pirates Rd 2 Saturday May 8th, 2021 10:57:04 AM
- Ohen casts Haste on everyone. He ascends 40', and 10' closer to the dragon ship, frantically looking for signs of a prisoner. Ascend is at half speed, and cast a spell this round, so cannot double move - Bartomus flies toward the dragon boat. DM assumes Bart is taking double move this round straight toward the dragon boat. - Stock drinks a potion, and tells Ahab to turn and get closer. - Micah notes the freeboard of the dragon boat is low enough that someone walking on the water could climb in. He casts Bless on the party, while searching the water for sea monsters. He sees none. - Delia flies to the top of the Mary Celete's mast and scans the dragon boat's deck for signs of a prisoner. - Zanderallen casts a spell on Stock, and urges everyone to get closer. - Malici casted Fly last round on everyone Ohen missed, except for himself. This round, he buffs himself. - Stohp flies toward the ship. There is too much distance to cover to fly to it, and then above it, as stated. DM assumes Stohp is taking double move this round straight toward the dragon boat. - Sid already has the Fly spell cast on him, thus doesn't need to activate his boots. He lifts off the deck, and flies toward the dragon boat.
Neither Ohen nor Delia see anyone who appears to be a prisoner. However, given the destroyed sail, blackened mast, and burnt bodies of the rowers just next to the mast, here's hoping nobody was tied to it. Both can see some kind of hatch cover centered in the deck in front of the mast. There is also some kind of large, dog-looking thing at the very front of the deck. It appears to be chained to the front part of the ship.
At the appearance of the flyers, a large fellow at the back of the dragon boat barks out orders. Most of the remaining crews pulls in and stows the oars, while a few break out bows. The large fellow drinks a potion.
Deprived of rowers, the dragon boat drifts to a halt.
The Mary Celeste also comes to a halt, as Ahab and the crew manuever to get her turned around.
The dragon boat is 725' from the Mary Celeste and those on board her.
Ohen is at elevation 45', and 715' from the dragon boat. Delia is at elevation 40', and 725' from the dragon boat. Stohp and Bart are at elevation 5', and 545' from the dragon boat. Sid is at elevation 15', and 565' from the dragon boat. Micah, Stock, Zanderallen, and Malici are standing on the deck of the Mary Celeste.
All elevations given in respect to the water level. Decks of both vessels are 5' above water line.
All PCs are under effects of both Fly and Haste spells. Fly with Haste speed is 70' in meduim/heavy armor. Else 90'. Please list your Fly speed in the header.
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 Saturday May 8th, 2021 8:45:08 PM
Bartomus looks over at Stohp and nods towards the boat.
"We keep flying, right?" He continued onward as fast as he might be able to fly while angling upwards slightly.
Double move for 140' slight climb to be able to come to start to fly over the ships rails.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Sunday May 9th, 2021 11:16:40 PM "Lets let the others catch up, especially before we get in longbow range." she says. She only moves 100 feet this round so the others can catch up some.
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. Monday May 10th, 2021 2:52:24 PM
Micah turns to Malici, "Can you sense the amulet's presence? Is it on the pirate ship?"
He then casts Owl's Wisdom on himself, extended by his rod and awaits Malici's reply. After that he will start flying toward the ship, rising only slightly to an elevation of 10' above the water.
=========== Bless (9 rounds remaining) Fly (? rounds remaining) Owl's Wisdom (220 rounds remaining) Lesser rod of extended spell (1 of 3 charges used)
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29; Fly Speed: 90' d20=7 ; Monday May 10th, 2021 3:06:50 PM
Delia will release the mast of the Mary Celeste and fly 180 feet towards the pirate ship, angling to maintain line of sight on Mr Big-and-giving-orders. On the way over, she will try and identify the dog-thing at the bow and then tuck the spyglass safely into her handy haversack.
============ if Know (nature): 18 (7+11)
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29; Fly Speed: 90' Monday May 10th, 2021 3:09:55 PM Updated header with AC boost from barkskin (70 minutes - 2 rounds) and haste
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Monday May 10th, 2021 4:10:36 PM
Zanderallen turns to Stock, "Well friend, it looks like the sorcerer has outdone himself and needs us head-bashers to go get a closer look. Forward to glory." With that he steps off the side of the ship, letting the magic catch him and stop his momentum. He then wills himself forward accelerating towards the enemy vessel. ------------------------------- Protection from Evil - Stock - 69 rounds remaining
140' double move towards the dragon boat
Stock (JonM) HP: 147/147; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used; Fly: 90' Monday May 10th, 2021 6:01:18 PM Fly, Haste, Bless, Protection from Evil, Bear's Endurance
Stock takes off at a low line heading toward the front of the ship. He senses that he's a bit faster than the others so moves in line with Zanderallen and Micah.
========== Double move 140' parallel to Z I think my fly speed is 100': Fly speed changes because of armor shouldn't affect a dwarf (although it doesn't make much sense)...Dwarf speed is 'never modified by armor or encumbrance' So 60' Fly Speed + 30' for Haste
Malici AC 28 (now a dragon w/mage armor always on) f15, t21: HP (132/132)108/108 CMD 25 Spell Resistance 24, Acid Resistance 10. Monday May 10th, 2021 6:07:15 PM
Malici shouts to Micah, "Yes." and makes a go-on motion. He then casts Form of the dragon I on himself (basically after everyone's has left the ship and is focusing on the dragon ship.)
You become a Medium chromatic or metallic (He chooses Green) dragon. You gain a +4 size bonus to Strength, a +2 size bonus to Constitution, a +4 natural armor bonus, fly 60 feet (poor), bite increase to 1d8). He takes off straight up, hoping that the other 'heir' on the ship see's him.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d4+3=5 ; d20+15=27 ; Monday May 10th, 2021 6:34:47 PM
Ohen, still concerned that he blew up innocents. Will get closer as quickly as he can. All 6 of his images dissappear as he casts quickened invisibility with the rod, then dimension doors 20 feet above, and 40 feet port of the dragon boat. He then searches the deck for prisoners. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I'll get my spell durations sorted out better tomorrow. Spell resistance 23 Invisible 5 images besides myself Haste Fly 90 ft
27 Perception
DM MikeK - Pirates Rd 3 Monday May 10th, 2021 8:20:06 PM
-Bart asks Stohp if they just keep flying. -Stohp slows her speed, and answers the pair should wait for others. -Micah asks Malici if he can sense the amulet on the dragon boat. Getting an affirmative, the cleric casts a spell on himself, and flies toward the dragon boat. - Delia flies toward the dragon boat. She tries to figure out what the dog thing might be, but can't. - Zanderallen flies toward the dragon boat. - Stock flies toward the dragon boat, staying on line with Zanderallen. Will give you the no armor penalty. But 60 + 30 is still only 90. - Malici changes forms, becoming a medium sized Green Dragon. He starts climbing into the air. - Ohen casts a Quickened Invisiblity (DM assumes using the Feat, as you don't have a Rod on your sheet for that), and then Dimension Doors over to dragon boat, and then scans the deck for prisoners.
Ohen see around 30 bugbears still moving on the dragon boat. There is also the bigger bugbear (but still Medium size) in the back, and the dog-like thing in the front. Additionally, there is an invisible figure near the bow. He sees no prisoners, but does spot a hatch cover at L12 on the map.
7 bugbears, armed with bows, squeeze on row 12 and eye the approaching flyers. The rest of the bugbears, armed with javelins and falchions, array themselves around the deck of the dragon boat. Ohen only Highlight to display spoiler: { The invisible person calls out an incantation, though nothing immediately apparent happens }
Ohen (Invisible) is at elevation 25', and 40' to port of the dragon boat. Delia is at elevation 40', and 545' from the dragon boat. Stohp and Bart are at elevation 10', and 445' from the dragon boat. Sid is at elevation 15', and 565' from the dragon boat. Stock and Zanderallen are at elevation 5' and 585' from the dragon boat. Micah is at elevation 10', and 665' from the dragon boat. Malici (Green Dragon) is at elevation 35', and 725' from the dragon boat.
All elevations given in respect to the water level. Decks of both vessels are 5' above water line.
-- Pirate Ship D - Dog like thing C - Order giving bugbear S - Invisible person IN ADDITION - there are 33 bugbears on the deck
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Tuesday May 11th, 2021 8:13:19 AM
Stohp moves another 100 feet, unless one of the lagging people catch up, then she'll match speed with them.
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 Tuesday May 11th, 2021 10:29:32 AM
Bartoms continued forward as fast as he could move while starting to say the words needed to make his skin as hard as stone.
Move 140' and holding up there for the next round to begin spell casting
Stock (JonM) HP: 147/147; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used; Fly: 90' Tuesday May 11th, 2021 12:02:50 PM Fly, Haste, Bless, Protection from Evil, Bear's Endurance
Stock keeps in line with Zanderallen as they move forward and calls ahead: "Stohp! Bart! Don't close too quickly ahead of us or those archers will focus on you."
He begins rhythmically banging the haft of his flail against his armor to draw attention.
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. Tuesday May 11th, 2021 12:58:59 PM
Micah waves acknowledgement at Malici and flies toward the dragon boat at full speed.
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Bless (8 rounds remaining) Fly (? rounds remaining) Owl's Wisdom (219 rounds remaining) Lesser rod of extended spell (1 of 3 charges used)
Position: 10' elevation; move 140' closer to boat.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20+15=21 ; Tuesday May 11th, 2021 2:10:33 PM
Not wanting to reveal himself with his allies so far away and satisfied that he didn't fry any innocents, Ohen will move 90' further away off the port bow and prepare to counterspell the invisible bugbear. I think I will become visible after I counterspell, I got a 21 Spellcraft so I should identify any 6th level spell or lower. I have Improved Counterspell, and my known spells listed out by school on my character sheet. I will counterspell if I can and he casts targeting my allies. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SR 23, 5 images, invisible, AC 24, fly 90'
I updated my sheet to have the rod of quicken I got from the last chapter.
Malici AC 28 (now a dragon w/mage armor always on) f15, t21: HP (132/132)108/108 CMD 25 Spell Resistance 24, Acid Resistance 10. Tuesday May 11th, 2021 5:33:53 PM OOC, anyone else seeing this error just above the posting area? Load State Error loading XML document (error, undefined).
Dragon Malici makes a show as he double moves (at 60' high). "Roarrr. Roarrrr." He shouts as he moves toward the dragon boat trying to draw the attention of those on the boat.
Hasted Blessed? Fly on Micha, Zanderallen, Sid, Stohp Spell resistance on self Form of the Dragon I on self.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Tuesday May 11th, 2021 5:51:25 PM
Zanderallen moves another 140 feet closer to the ship.
Sid(Andrew) Fly: 90' High: 15'(Above waterline) HP: 72/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Tuesday May 11th, 2021 6:06:26 PM
Sid will double move toward the boat, and he will focus on the order giver as he seems to be the leader. He will come down row 24 and beeline towards him picking up as much speed as he can.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29; Fly Speed: 90' Tuesday May 11th, 2021 7:41:45 PM
Delia continues forward at full speed (90ft) to get within comfortable shooting range.
DM MikeK - Pirates Rd 4 d20+7=16 ; d4=2 ; d20+8=9 ; d20+8=22 ; d20+8=9 ; d20+8=26 ; d20+8=23 ; d20+8=13 ; d20+8=19 ; d8+4=9 ; d8+4=11 ; d8+4=12 ; d8+4=10 ; Tuesday May 11th, 2021 7:47:13 PM
- Stohp moves another 100 feet, waiting for Z and Stock. - Bartoms doesn't wait, and continues forward at max speed. The taur prepares to cast a spell. - Stock moves forward, keeping pace with Zanderallen. The dwarf calls for the taurs to slow down, and bangs on his armor. - Micah acknowledges Malici, and continues moving forward - Ohen moves further away off the port bow and prepares to counterspell the invisible bugbear. - Dragon Malici makes a show as he double moves (at 60' high). "Roarrr. Roarrrr." He shouts as he moves toward the dragon boat trying to draw the attention of those on the boat. - Zanderallen moves closer to the ship. - Sid flies toward dragon boat. DM assumes he did so last round as well. - Delia flies toward the boat.
------- Ohen recognizes the spell as a Summon Monster. Unfortunately, he doesn't know that one, and is unable to counterspell it.
Sure enough, appearing on the deck of the dragon ship is an emaciated figure that looks like a horned human skeleton smothered within a bone-tight hide of slimy leather.
The skeleton figure looks directly at Ohen, and concentrates. Ohen finds his Fly spell has been dispelled, and he drifts down into the calm water. Please include Swim checks and, if casting, a Concentration check for next actions.
The invisible bugbear casts another spell. Spellcraft DC 17 Highlight to display spoiler: { See Invisibility } Nothing appears to happen.
The bugbears with the bows decide to give Sid a try. Seven fire arrows at him. Four hit. Hard. Sid takes 42 hp damage.
-------- Ohen (Invisible) is at elevation 0', and 130' to port of the dragon boat. Delia is at elevation 40', and 365' from the dragon boat. Stohp is at elevation 10', and 345' from the dragon boat. Bart is at elevation 10', and 305' from the dragon boat. Sid is at elevation 15', and 205' from the dragon boat. Stock and Zanderallen are at elevation 5' and 445' from the dragon boat. Micah is at elevation 10', and 525' from the dragon boat. Malici (Green Dragon) is at elevation 60', and 655' from the dragon boat.
All elevations given in respect to the water level. Decks of both vessels are 5' above water line.
With the exception of Ohen, all PCs are advancing directly toward the bow of the dragon boat.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Wednesday May 12th, 2021 7:20:12 AM
Stohp moves to 250 feet and stops to wait impatiently for the rest of the group. Seriously this was very poorly coordinated.
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. Wednesday May 12th, 2021 8:54:47 AM
Micah moves forward another 140 feet same elevation.
Stock (JonM) HP: 147/147; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used; Fly: 90' Wednesday May 12th, 2021 10:34:37 AM Fly, Haste, Bless, Protection from Evil, Bear's Endurance
When Sid starts taking arrows, Stock kicks the pace up a bit to draw some fire. He glances around and doesn't see Ohen. "Hope he's getting in position to roast those monsters..."
He senses Stohp's frustration with the way the attack is going and can't help but call out "NEXT TIME WE TAKE AN EXTRA MINUTE TO DRAW OUT THE PLAN!"
========== Double move 180' to 265' out / 5' off the water line
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29; Fly Speed: 90' Wednesday May 12th, 2021 2:56:47 PM
Delia, slightly amused by the difference between their last carefully planned assault and this scramble to get close enough, begins to angle to the starboard side of the ship so that she can see the bugbear she assumes is the captain.
================ Full move - 180 ft with slight angling to the captain's side
Malici AC 28 (now a dragon w/mage armor always on) f15, t21: HP (132/132)108/108 CMD 25 Spell Resistance 24, Acid Resistance 10. Wednesday May 12th, 2021 5:45:02 PM
Malici concentrates on speed and double moves across the water, flapping his wings and continuing to shout. (speed 60 +30/w haste, total move 180feet, unless you allow the run rule with flying then 360 feet). "RRRRAAAARRRARARRR!"
Hasted Blessed? Fly on Micha, Zanderallen, Sid, Stohp Spell resistance on self Form of the Dragon I on self.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20=20 ; d20+18=28 ; Wednesday May 12th, 2021 6:44:02 PM
Ohen swims adeptly, despite having little practice. Perhaps he was meant to live on a lake. He will fireball the archers that are shooting at his friends, then hide beneath the waves. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Maximized Fireball at L11 K12. 70 damage, reflex DC 21 for half. 28 concentration. Natural 20 quarter speed haste swim 5' under and 10' away. SR 23, 5 images, AC 24, fly 90'
Sid(Andrew) Fly: 90' High: 15'(Above waterline) HP: 30/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Wednesday May 12th, 2021 7:06:37 PM
Sid will drive forward 140' and then dive into the water, his water gear activating as he swims 30' underwater.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Wednesday May 12th, 2021 7:19:21 PM
Zanderallen continues his slow cruise towards the enemy vessel, wondering how many more of them would end up in the water and out of the fight before they closed the massive gap between the vessels. Just because you can hit it doesn't mean you have to.
DM MikeK - Pirates Rd 5 d20+9=10 ; d20+9=18 ; d20+9=27 ; d20+9=17 ; d20+9=22 ; d20+9=23 ; d20+9=10 ; d20+8=27 ; d20+8=10 ; d20+8=22 ; d3=1 ; d20+8=18 ; d20+7=22 ; d20+11=20 ; d20+6=12 ; d20+11=19 ; 10d6=34 ; Wednesday May 12th, 2021 7:57:53 PM
- Stohp moves to 250 feet and stops to wait impatiently for the rest of the group. - Micah double moves forward. - Stock double moves forward. - Delia double moves, mostly forward but also to starboard of the dragon boat. - Dragon Malici double moves, roaring all the way. - Ohen drops a maximized fireball, centered on the archers. The sorceror ducks under the waves and swims a bit. - Sid flies forward, and then dives into the water. - Zanderallen double moves forward.
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Ohen's fireball catches all the archers, four other bugbears, the dog thing, the summoned skeleton thing, and the invisible spell caster. Four archers and the four other bugbears are killed.
There is much more consternation on deck, but some bellowed commands by the Order Giving Guy in Back restores order.
The emaciated skeleton figure does nothing. It just watches to port.
A fireball explodes, engulfing Stock and Stohp. Stock and Stohp take 34 hp damage. Ref DC 16 halves.
No longer invisible, a green scaled bugbear with dragon's horns and vestigial wings appears on the deck. She screeches in reply to Malici.
The remaining 21 bugbears spread themselves out on the deck while pulling out javelin, and wait.
--
Ohen (Invisible) is at elevation -5', and 140' to port of the dragon boat. Delia is at elevation 40', and 225', and off to startboard of the dragon boat. Stohp is at elevation 10', and 250' from the dragon boat. Bart is at elevation 10', and 305' from the dragon boat. Sid is at elevation -30', and 65' from the dragon boat. Zanderallen is at elevation 5' and 305' from the dragon boat. Stock is at elevation 5' and 265' from the dragon boat. Micah is at elevation 10', and 385' from the dragon boat. Malici (Green Dragon) is at elevation 60', and 475' from the dragon boat.
All elevations given in respect to the water level. Decks of both vessels are 5' above water line.
-- Pirate Ship Dg - Dog like thing Cp - Order giving bugbear Sr - Spellcasting bugbear/dragon Dm - Summoned skeleton like thing IN ADDITION - there are 21 bugbears on the deck
Silver Shields are in yellow. I added white labels to help read. Micah and Malici are further out.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) d20+14=23 ; Thursday May 13th, 2021 7:55:54 AM
Stohp easily avoids the fireball (evasion, 23, no damage). Now that she's in attack range she stops stalling and just double moves towards the enemy.
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. Thursday May 13th, 2021 7:55:55 AM
Micah flies closer.
========= Taking run action to move 210 feet. Elevation stays at 10'.
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 Thursday May 13th, 2021 10:48:17 AM
Bartomus looked about and noted that others had moved closer as he paused and realized that he needed to wait a bit more before casting the spell to call lightening. He then reached into his pockets and found two of the acorns he picked up in the ratkins village. Then he flew onward straight onward.
Sorry for the pause. Call lightening was being prepared for use when within range, will must double fly.
Move 140.
Malici AC 28 (now a dragon w/mage armor always on) f15, t21: HP (132/132)108/108 CMD 25 Spell Resistance 24, Acid Resistance 10. Thursday May 13th, 2021 11:30:50 AM
Malici casts dimension door and pops out directly over what is left of the mast of the dragon boat and still 60 feet high. He is quiet seeing if anyone noticed his sudden position shift, plus he wants to be able to assess the boat and crew.
Hasted Blessed? Fly on Micha, Zanderallen, Sid, Stohp Spell resistance on self Form of the Dragon I on self.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Thursday May 13th, 2021 4:05:58 PM
Zanderallen continues moving closer, starting to weave a little in his flight path at the expected incoming fire. ----------------- 140 ft double move
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); SR 21; Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20=19 ; d20+18=32 ; d20+15=29 ; Thursday May 13th, 2021 6:00:56 PM
Ohen continues to take to swimming as if he was born to it. He surfaces and focuses on the draconic bugbear, preparing to counterspell him if able regardless of what he casts. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SR 23, 5 images, AC 24, fly 90' 19 Swim 32 Concentration 29 Spellcraft The improved counterspell feat lets me counterspell a spell of the same school.
Sid(Andrew) Fly: 90' High: 15'(Above waterline) HP: 30/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Thursday May 13th, 2021 6:01:23 PM
Sid will swim as he can. ((Hey, did the Dragonboat have portholes?))
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29; Fly Speed: 90' Thursday May 13th, 2021 6:29:40 PM
Delia will momentarily considering firing from this far away, but shaking her head she will continue on, now in a straight line, to the dragon boat.
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. Friday May 14th, 2021 9:03:36 AM
Micah flies closer.
140' move. Elevation 10'
DM MikeK - Pirates Rd 6 d20+11=31 ; d20+11=17 ; d20+7=10 Friday May 14th, 2021 9:15:33 AM OOC - Putting this together as Stock posted. Stock's post below is included in these actions.
- Stohp double moves forward - Micah double moves forward. - Bartomus double moves forward. - Malici (green Ml) casts a spell, and quietly pops in over the dragon boat. - Zanderallen double moves forward. - Ohen surfaces and prepares to counterspell the opposing spellcaster. - Sid double moves underwater. The dragon boat does not have portholes. - Delia double moves forward. - Stock double moves forward.
"Top Mast!" bellows the Order Giving Bugbear, pointing at Malici Dragon. "And open hatch!"
The bugbear/magic user/half dragon looks up at Malici with a hiss, considers half a second, and casts a spell. Spellcraft DC 16 Highlight to display spoiler: {Magic Missile} Ohen recognizes the spell, and casts his own second level evocation spell to counterspell it. Emaciated Skeleton Guy, eyes on Ohen, concentrates. But, whatever he was planning didn't work. Magic-user/half-dragon's spell fizzles, and she lets out a screech of frustration.
Emaciated Skeleton Guy resets, continuing to watch Ohen.
A bugbear pops open the hatch, and a couple more haul out a soaking wet, bound, human male with jet black hair. The man hangs limply as the bugbears hold him.
Order Giving Guy moves to the front of the vessel, pulling out a falchion. Stopping right next to the human, he levels the blade at the hapless fellow's throat. The bugbear glances up at Malici, and then at the oncoming Shields in what should be a pretty clear threat.
The rest of the bugbears wait, javelins in hand.
Stohp is at elevation 10', and 65' from the dragon boat. Micah is at elevation 10', and 245' from the dragon boat. Bart is at elevation 10', and 165' from the dragon boat. Malici (Green Dragon) is at elevation 60'. Zanderallen is at elevation 5' and 165' from the dragon boat. Ohen is at elevation 0', and 140' to port of the dragon boat. Sid is at elevation -30', and 5' from the dragon boat. Delia is at elevation 40', and 45' off to startboard of the dragon boat. Stock is at elevation 5', and 85' from the dragon boat.
-- Pirate Ship Dg - Dog like thing Cp - Order giving bugbear Sr - Spellcasting bugbear/dragon Dm - Summoned emaciated skeleton like thing Hu - Human Prisoner # - javelin weilding bugbears, waiting
Stock (JonM) HP: 130/147; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used; Fly: 90' d20+10=27 ; Friday May 14th, 2021 10:50:33 AM
Stock ducks and dodges the incoming fireballs and increases his headlong pace aimed at the boat.
========== Reflex 27 Double move to 85 feet out.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Friday May 14th, 2021 4:59:46 PM
There was the hostages they were fearing. Still being far enough away that he hopes he's not clearly visible, especially behind Stock and Stoph, Zanderallen stops and slowly lowers himself into the water. He takes a deep breath before he submerges and continues towards the ship, 5 feet below the water surface.
If the captain notices him and motions his way he instead slowly moves towards the ship arms extended up to where Stohp and Stock are. ------------------------- 10 feet down movement and then 130 ft double move towards the ship underneath the water.
Malici AC 28 (now a dragon w/mage armor always on) f15, t21: HP (132/132)108/108 CMD 25 Spell Resistance 24, Acid Resistance 10. Friday May 14th, 2021 5:39:32 PM
Malici eyes the other characters position, and waits for a clue from the group as to how they want to proceed. In Draconic he mutters, "Do they expect parlay?" He readies to counterspell if the spell-slinging bugbear tries another spell.
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+14=29 ; Friday May 14th, 2021 7:23:20 PM
Bartomus hovers where he is at and speaks the words and makes the gestures for the lightning spell. But, he waits to call down any bolt in order to to see what the knife-wielding kidnapper decides to do, he also casts fire seeds on two of the acorns. He then watches and focuses on the opened hatch.
Casting both spells in light of the haste buff. Perception of 29
Sid(Andrew) Fly: 90' High: 15'(Above waterline) HP: 30/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) d4=2 ; d20+7=8 ; d20+3=12 ; d6+1=6 ; d6+1=3 ; d6=4 ; d6=3 ; d6=2 ; d6=4 ; d6=2 ; d6=3 ; Saturday May 15th, 2021 1:41:24 AM
Sid moves 5' and comes in contact with the hull and, with no other options, takes his magical sword and jams it into the wood and starts working a hole into the bottom of the ship.
ToHit1: 15(added wrong mod sorry. Roll was 1 + 14) Damage: 6 (If applicable) Tohit2: 12(With correct mod) Damage: 3 (If applicable) SA: 18 (If applicable)
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29; Fly Speed: 90' Saturday May 15th, 2021 2:13:33 AM
Delia slams to a halt in the air, every nerve screaming to save the man, but not sure enough that she could stop him from coming to harm to leap into action.
She will be ready to fire at the Bugbear Captain if he makes any move to actually hurt his hostage.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20=17 ; d20+15=35 ; Saturday May 15th, 2021 3:10:43 AM
Ohen will tread water and wait to see what happens. He will ready an action to cast Baleful Polymorph on the Leader Bugbear if he attempts to harm the captive. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SR 23, 5 images, AC 24, fly 90' 17 Swim 35 Concentration
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Saturday May 15th, 2021 2:26:04 PM
Forgot to mention. I will turn him into a sloth if my polymorph is successful.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Sunday May 16th, 2021 8:50:58 PM
Stohp doesn't do anything. There's too much risk to the prisoner.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Sunday May 16th, 2021 10:48:01 PM
Stohp considers options and wishes she had invisibility.
Stock (JonM) HP: 130/147; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used; Fly: 90' d20+18=27 ; d10+20=28 ; d6=2 ; d20+10=19 ; d20+1=4 ; d20+1=20 ; Monday May 17th, 2021 10:00:10 AM Fly, Haste, Bless, Protection from Evil, Bear's Endurance Stock cranes his neck to see and begins to slow and gain elevation. He turns to the shields nearest and says, "I have no problem trying to get in close and grabbing one or two. Might take some blows on the way in but it might mean I stop one from hammering on that poor wet dude."
========== Weird, I swear I posted last time before the DM and it looks like my turn was included. So I'm going to include this is a new post after the last DM post And then I rolled some attacks and realized what is actually happening. Yeah for reading! You can ignore the D20/D10 and D6 roll Move upward to 20' up and AF68 and wait for the smarter ones to figure this out. Seem unlikely but I'll roll some knowledge checks against the dog like thing: Nature: 19 Local: 4 Dungeoneering: 20
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. Monday May 17th, 2021 11:23:01 AM
Micah continues flying straight in. He stows his shield. He is setting his course so that he will end up on the same side of the ship as Ohen is, not head on. Counting on the keen hearing of his allies, and the extra distance between them and his foes to make is unlikely they will overhear, he says in a speaking voice, "I need a clear path." In a slightly softer voice he adds, Breath of life.
======== Double move 140', 10' above water.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Monday May 17th, 2021 3:57:56 PM
Zanderallen holds his breath, quite literally in this case, as he continues his underwater course. Whatever course ended up happening with the hostage he needed to be closer if he was to offer any aid.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29; Fly Speed: 90' Monday May 17th, 2021 4:37:02 PM
Delia's eyes flick from Micah to the hostage and widen slightly in understanding. She remains ready to fire and lend any assistance she can with her shot to Micah's plan.
Malici AC 28 (now a dragon w/mage armor always on) f15, t21: HP (132/132)108/108 CMD 25 Spell Resistance 24, Acid Resistance 10. Monday May 17th, 2021 5:23:00 PM
Malici waits, already planning what to do next.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Monday May 17th, 2021 5:39:05 PM
Ohen considers some heroics of his own while readying his spell, but will wait for Micah's attempt first. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Does Ohen have a hero point? Do characters in the Wold start with one?
- Zanderallen drops underwater, and continues toward the dragon boat - Malici waits, with a ready action. - Bartomus stays where he is, but casts a couple spells. - Sid moves forward, and rises to get in contact with the ship. He pulls out a sword and starts working on carving a hole in the ship. He manages a scratch, but that's about it. - Ohen waits, with a readied action. Yes, we'll give a Ohen a hero point for starting out. - Delia stops. She waits with a readied action. We'll give Delia a hero point as well. - Stohp waits. - Stock climbs, and moves up a little. The dwarf waits. - Micah double moves forward.
- Zanderallen is at elevation -5' - Malici (Green Dragon) is at elevation 60'. - Bart is at elevation 10', and 165' from the dragon boat. - Sid is at elevation -15' - Delia is at elevation 40' - Ohen is at elevation 0' - Stohp is at elevation 10' - Stock is at elevation 20' - Micah is at elevation 10',
Eyeing just about everybody, the Boss Bugbear shoos his crew closing to the stern of the dragon boat. One of the bugbears even unhooks the dog like thing and leads it back to stern.
"Parlay!" the Boss Bugbear cries. "All of you get up here, set down on the bow, and we talk this out. Or your leader here loses important body parts." He keeps that falchion next to the prisoner's neck, eyes flicking expertly around the oncoming Shields.
The Emaciated Skeleton moves a little, but keeps its eyes on Ohen.
The bugbear/dragon watches Malici.
The crew keeps javelins at the ready.
-- Pirate Ship Dg - Dog like thing Cp - Order giving bugbear Sr - Spellcasting bugbear/dragon Dm - Summoned emaciated skeleton like thing Hu - Human Prisoner # - javelin weilding bugbears, waiting
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) d20+17=37 ; Monday May 17th, 2021 9:17:17 PM
Stohp tries to figure out who the prisoner even is (know: local 37)
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 Monday May 17th, 2021 11:50:33 PM
Bartomus moved forward to where the Shields were hovering.
"Hey, did I miss a group meeting and we suddenly elected that flop in his hands as the leader of the Shields?" He nodded at the Bugbear asking for the parlay.
"Also, do we want to agree to his suggestion? I mean it's at most a guideline, right?"
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. d20=16 ; d20=18 ; d20=13 ; Tuesday May 18th, 2021 9:48:35 AM
Micah continues to fly forward. "Why would we parlay with you?" he asks, stalling for time and attempting to avoid entering into a temporary truce.
He will attempt to land on the deck such that the hostage is between Micah and the edge of the boat nearest him, keeping a clear path between the two.
As he approaches, he assesses the two strange creatures and looks more closely at the hostage.
============== Knowledge rolls 16 on the doglike thing 18 on the scale like thing 13 on the hostage (nobility?) Skills adders depending on what is relevant: Religion +17, Arcana +6, History +6, Nobility +6.
Stock (JonM) HP: 130/147; AC: 29/25/17; DR 2/-; CMD: 32; Rage: 0/28 used; Fly: 90' Tuesday May 18th, 2021 10:49:14 AM Fly, Haste, Bless, Protection from Evil, Bear's Endurance
Stock loops around near Delia keeping his distance and level as he tries to fly casual.
========= Move to AM76
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29; Fly Speed: 90' Tuesday May 18th, 2021 1:02:36 PM
She'll respond to Bart quietly, completely missing his guideline joke, "Parlay is bad for us, cause then we'd have to not kill them. And mister diplomat being a flop doesn't mean we can let the captain cut his throat."
Delia keeps her arrow nocked but not yet drawn and doesn't move. She is largely watching the hostage situation, but keeps watch out of the corner of her eye on the rest of the crew.
Malici AC 28 (now a dragon w/mage armor always on) f15, t21: HP (132/132)108/108 CMD 25 Spell Resistance 24, Acid Resistance 10. Tuesday May 18th, 2021 5:27:58 PM
Malici (still a medium sized green dragon) uses his quicken feat and casts invisibility on himself, which is a free action. He then casts Dimension Door, directly targeting the space behind the human hostage, I think that's AG-87. Lastly as a move action he extends his hands on either side of the human's neck until they are just about to touch leader boy's falcion. In essence he is going to use his hands to stop forward momentum on the blade.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20=11 ; d20+18=25 ; Tuesday May 18th, 2021 6:32:11 PM
Ohen will continue to hold his readied action to turn the leader into a sloth if he attacks the hostage, or if the hostage is removed from danger. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SR 23, 5 images, AC 24, fly 90' 11 Swim 25 Concentration
Baleful Polymorph has a fortitude and will save DC 23.
Sid(Andrew) Fly: 90' High: 15'(Above waterline) HP: 30/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) d20+16=17 ; d20+19=20 ; Tuesday May 18th, 2021 6:46:39 PM
Pursing his lips Sid will start climbing up the side of the ship until he is just out of the water and work his way as close as he can to AG54 and then will listen to what is going on above.
DM MikeK - Pirates Rd 8 d10+6=14 10d6(3+2+3+4+2+2+4+2+4+1)=27 d20+7=12 d20+17=33 d20+23=30 2d4(1+2)+10=13 d20+8=25 d20+8=13 d20+8=26 d20+8=18 d20+8=24 d20+8=25 d20+8=21 d20+8=18 Tuesday May 18th, 2021 7:44:30 PM
- Stohp waits, and gives the prisoner a good looking over. He sure looks a lot like Lord Marcus Rothchild - aristocrat and Councilman. - Bart flies up to join most of the group, and asks for opinions on next steps. - Micah flies forward and lands on the boat. He cannot figure out what either the doglike thing or the scale like thing are. The prisoner he recognizes as Lord Marcus Rothchild. - Stock casually flies over next to Delia. - Delia mutters a response to Bart, but is so quiet that only Stock can hear it. - Ohen continues treading water, and readies his action. - Sid barely surfaces, and works his to one side of the dragon boat.
- Stohp is at elevation 10' - Bart is at elevation 10' - Micah is on the deck. - Stock is at elevation 20' - Delia is at elevation 40' - Malici is either on the deck or 60' elevation by the mast. - Ohen is at elevation 0' - Sid is at elevation 0'
Micah asks, "Why would we parlay with you?" Boss Bugbear grins. "Cause I'm holding a sword at the throat of a Very Important Person. And I know you know, 'cause you stopped when I did it." Micah is quick to grasp he's not dealing with your average bugbear. Wearing full plate, and carrying that nasty looking falchion, the creature reeks of malice. His sharp eyes miss nothing however, revealing a sharp intelligence as well.
And then things get interesting.
Malici disappears. He then begins casting Dimension Door. Bugbear/Dragon immediately launches a Fireball at him, high enough to avoid the rest of the crew. Malici takes 27 hp damage (Ref DC16 halves), and must make Concentration check (DC 13+damage taken)to complete Dimension Door spell.
The Boss curses. "Kill them all!" he roars. The Boss begins to run through the prisoner, triggering Ohen's spell, which in turn triggers Summoned Skeleton Guy's counter.
Summoned Skeleton Guy fails to dispel Ohen's spell .... but Boss Bugbear resists the effect!
With a growl, he slices into the prisoner, who collapses onto the deck.
The lead 11 bugbears throw javelins at Micah, all of which miss.
Then, they all leap forward, except the last one, who releases the dog like thing.
The Emaciated Skeleton stays where it is, watching Ohen.
Bugbear/Dragon casts a spell, encasing herself in a blue flame.
-- Pirate Ship Dg - Dog like thing Cp - Order giving bugbear Sr - Spellcasting bugbear/dragon Dm - Summoned emaciated skeleton like thing Hu - Human Prisoner # - javelin weilding bugbears, waiting
Bartomus called down a bolt of lightning on the Bugbear that sliced the human and then he moved forward to close in on the boat.
===== Call Lightning at CP Reflex save reduces damage by 1/2 = roll against a 17 Damage if only 3d6 = 8; if any advantage for being on water (it's not a storm though) 3d10 =10 Move to AC/AD 75
Malici AC 28 (now a dragon w/mage armor always on) f15, t21: HP (128/132)108/108 CMD 25 Spell Resistance 24, Acid Resistance 10. d20+10=21 ; d20+18=30 ; Tuesday May 18th, 2021 10:17:02 PM
Reflex save 21 (d20+10) 14 points damage, concentration target 27 Concentration check 39 (d20+18)
So technically his dimension door goes off and he does his move action. Would he save the hostage?
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Wednesday May 19th, 2021 6:58:40 AM
Stohp is close enough to reach the ship, but not close enough to reach it and act so she flies to a point above the ship about 30 feet up so she can move and grapple someone next round.
Stock (JonM) HP: 163/180; AC: 27/25/15; DR 2/-; CMD: 33; Rage: 1/28 used; Fly: 90' d20+20=33 ; d10+20=29 ; d6=6 ; Wednesday May 19th, 2021 11:01:17 AM Fly, Haste, Bless, Protection from Evil, Bear's Endurance, Greater Rage
Seeing the attack on the VIP, Stock bellows in RAGE and charges in with a flying attack at the boss man bugbear. His swing feels good...and his flail crackles with electricity.
His animal brain notes Malici's presence in the fray and grunts appreciatively at the show of bravery.
======== Charge to AH87 PA vs CP hits AC33 AC not updated in header for charge so is -2 29 bludgeoning damage + 6 electricity
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Wednesday May 19th, 2021 11:12:32 AM
(OOC: Sorry for missing yesterday everyone.)
Zanderallen continues towards the ship cautiously raising his head above the waterline as he approaches. He hears the eruption of violence and comes the rest of the way up, landing on the front of the ship. Seeing the hostage laying in a pool of blood he yells to Micah, "I'll cover you!" Zander continues his movement to close with the nearest bugbears. He raises his sword and calls forth Domi's spirit to empower the blade. ---------------------------- Single move to AG85 - Deliberately moving to provoke AoO from 1 and 3 Standard Action - Divine Bond Holy and Flaming Burst
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29; Fly Speed: 90' d20+18=24 ; d8+11=19 ; d6=6 ; Wednesday May 19th, 2021 11:15:50 AM
Seeing Malici initiate combat before the Shields had gotten the hostage out of danger, Delia will let loose a string of Aklo, that judging by her tone, should not be said in front of children, and release the shot she was holding at the Bugbear captain.
She will move to AH87 (move action), grab the downed man (standard action), and then, now encumbered (heavy load) and at 70ft fly, use a hero point to move to AC82 behind Micah, traveling in a slight arc to avoid any attacks. She will position herself to provide cover to Lord Rothchild with her body as much as she can, but keep at least an arm close enough for Micah to reach.
============== Readied shot at captain: 24 (probably miss) Overly optimistic damage role: 19 P + 6
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 22/12/22 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. d20+21=36 ; d8=3 ; d8=6 ; d8=2 ; d8=5 ; d8=8 ; Wednesday May 19th, 2021 11:34:55 AM
Micah reacts as if struck when he sees Malici betray them by signaling the bugbear to kill the hostage.
Before the priest can react to the sudden violence, his allies swoop in to rescue the fallen councilor. Seeing the bugbear near him distracted by Zanderallen and Delia having brought the wounded Rothschild immediately to him, Micah nods in recognition to the ranger and draws a scroll from his handy haversack, then proceeds to defensively cast breathe of life on the wounded noble. He then tells Delia, "I will take him from here."
============ Concentration check to cast defensively: 36. (DC to cast breath of life is 25.) Cures 35 hit points and revives him if slain by the falchion cut.
Note that Micah's AC is currently 22 with his shield stowed.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20=7 ; d20+18=35 ; d20+18=27 ; d20+22=26 ; Wednesday May 19th, 2021 5:31:28 PM “Get the hostage to safety," Ohen says to himself, as he mentally prepares for some tricky spellcasting. Unaccustomed to swimming, his arms are getting tired, and he nearly slips beneath the waves. First he uses his metamagic rod to cast Quickened Blindness on the Emaciated Figure, both to bait out his counterspell this round and to prevent him from counterspelling in the future. Then he will Dimension Door onto the deck by Micah and the hostage. He will then use a hero point and cast Dimension Door defensively, bringing himself, Micah, and Rothchild to the deck of the Mary Celeste. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SR 23, 5 images, AC 24, fly 90' 7 Swim 35 Concentration on Blindness DC 19 fortitude or be blinded 27 Concentration on Dimension Door 1 26 Casting Defensively on Dimension Door 2
Malici AC 28 (now a dragon w/mage armor always on) f15, t21: HP (128/132)108/108 CMD 25 Spell Resistance 24, Acid Resistance 10. Wednesday May 19th, 2021 5:33:27 PM
Having the human hostage swept away, invisible Malici (so unless you have true sight you can't see him), jumps into the air flapping his wings, and rises 15 feet. He will then breath acid on all bugbears approaching Micah, making sure to not hit Micah or the human hostage.
Acid Breath 30 foot cone, Reflex save 22 for 1/2 damage. Damage is 13 d6, I can't get the die roller to roll for me here. I rolled it on the loot and booty and got 45 damage.
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Malici avoids the brunt of the Fireball, and Dimension Doors down to the deck, where he attempts to intercede by grabbing at the blade. Malici takes 5 hp damage.
THIS ROUND
Bartomus calls down a bolt of lightning on Boss Bugbear that sliced the human and then moves forward. It is outdoors, but not a stormy area. Bolts are 3d6 The Boss Bugbear sidesteps the full effect.
Stohp flies to a point above the ship about 30 feet up. Please stop making the DM guess where you want your location to be.
Stock swoops in, and blasts the Boss Bugbear with a good hit.
Zanderallen flies up, across the deck, and then lands. His sword bursts into flame. Bugbears 1 and 3 take a swing at him as he moves in, but neither connects.
Delia's readied shot misses. OOC - For future reference, please make the attack/damage rolls in the same post as the ready action is declared. Delia heroically swoops in, grabs up the fallen councilman, and tries to fly away. With a 14 STR, Delia's max load is 175lbs, and the spell strains to get the man aloft. Fortunately, he's recently missed a few meals, and she juuust clears the deck, and gets behind Micah.
Micah pulls out a scroll, and casts a Breath of Life spell on Lord Rothchild. The man's wounds heal completely, and he sputters, while looking wildly about.
Ohen casts a spell on the Emaciated Figure. The figure concentrates, and then shakes his head quickly. The sorcerer Dimension Doors onto the deck by Micah and the hostage. And Dimension Doors again.
Ohen, Micah, and Rothchild are on the deck of the Mary Celeste
Invisible Malici does some invisible moving. And then a cone of acid pours from the air onto the bugbears. There's lots of pain filled screaming. The Summoned creature dies and pops out of existence.
The bugbear/dragon casts a spell, and disappears.
The doglike thing pops from the stern of the vessel to the bow, and bites at Delia, missing.
Boss Bugbear turns on Stock. His falchion strikes repeatedly, and the dwarf feels the evil behind the blows. Stock takes 54 hp damage (two blows, 29 and 25). Bugbear using Smite Good, which overcomes any DR.
The bugbears press forward.
2 attack Delia. One hits. Delia takes 11 hp damage.
3 attack Zanderallen, missing.
1 attacks Stock, and hits. Stock takes 13 hp damage.
- Stohp is at elevation 30' - Bart is at elevation 10' - Stock is at elevation 5' - Delia is at elevation 5' - Micah is on the deck of the Mary Celeste - Zanderallen is on the deck. - Ohen is on the deck of the Mary Celeste - Malici is invisible, but also at elevation 15' - Sid is at elevation 0'
-- Pirate Ship Dg - Dog like thing Cp - Order giving bugbear (AC 29, 31 vs Stock) Sr - Spellcasting bugbear/dragon # - bugbears (AC 21)
Sid(Andrew) Fly: 90' High: 15'(Above waterline) HP: 30/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) d20+19=26 ; d6+2=5 ; d6=2 ; d6=1 ; d6=4 ; d6=4 ; d6=3 ; d6=2 ; d20+3=16 ; d20+3=9 ; d20+3=22 ; Wednesday May 19th, 2021 8:08:05 PM
Sid will move to AH89 and will attack Cp with his magical short sword trying to add more confusion as Micah heals the noble.
ToHit1(If I surprise him coming from below): 26(22 if not) Damge(If applicable): 5 SA(If applicable): 21 ToHit2:9 ((Please ignore 22))
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) d20+17=37 ; Thursday May 20th, 2021 7:22:54 AM
Stohp was going to go try to grapple the spell caster but now he's vanished. She drops down to AI/AJ 89/90 instead and seizes the captain instead (37 to grapple CP)
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 22/12/22 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. Thursday May 20th, 2021 9:30:35 AM
Micah does not attempt to process the rapid developments that resulted in Rothschild being safely on the deck of the Mary Celeste. Rather, he quickly focuses on the fact that the battle is still raging. He quickly surveys the wounds of the rescued hostage, satisfying himself that the man is stable. "Lord Rothschild," he quickly explains, "You are safe now. Before we rejoin the others, is there anything we should know about your former captors?"
Before the man can answer, he turns to Ahab, "Captain. No doubt you will see to the Councilor. Can you have your crew start closing the gap between the Mary Celeste and the enemy? I am not sure how many more time Ohen can do this trick."
He then turns to the sorcerer, "You can do it at least one more time, I hope. Now that he is safe, our friends need us back in the battle." After a moments pause, he continues, "Nice trick, that. Thank you."
Before the sorcerer takes them back (assuming he does), Micah casts sanctuary on himself.
============== Sanctuary (duration 11 rounds). Will Save DC 17. Fly Haste Magic Vestment Owl's Wisdom
If Ohen does not dim door, Micah will not cast sanctuary yet.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Thursday May 20th, 2021 11:37:27 AM
Ohen will salute Lord Rothschild and say "Welcome to the Mary Celeste my Lord, as good a ship as you'll find on lake. This is her worthy Captain, Ahab. I hope you enjoy your stay as much as we have", then he will turn to Micah and Dimension Door back to the Dragon Boat, on square AE 82 with Micah on AE 83.
On returning, he will shake his head and mutter, "there's no motion sickness quite like dimension door sickness" ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SR 23, 5 images, AC 24
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+8=21 ; d20+8=26 ; d20+8=9 ; d20+8=17 ; 5d4=12 ; Thursday May 20th, 2021 12:34:48 PM
Bartomus fades away from view and flies to where he is higher and closer to the ship's sail. As he goes by, he flings the first of two fire seeded acorns onto the ship deck aiming for the opening at the feet of bugbear (9).
He fades back into sight when he reaches the sail.
===== Fey hide away special ability Drop Fire Acorns at AE 86 http://legacy.aonprd.com/coreRulebook/spells/fireSeeds.html#fire-seeds Range touch attack -->21 One with 5d4 damage --> 12 on 9 5 points damage on 5 from the explosion Reflex save against a 17 reduces that by half
-----> wait that would be two actions to drop/toss both seeds - edited so only one acorn is dropped. Hope I did all of that right. -------
Stock (JonM) HP: 163/180; AC: 27/25/15; DR 2/-; CMD: 33; Rage: 1/28 used; Fly: 90' d20+18=33 ; d10+20=30 ; d6=1 ; d10-1=3 ; d20-1=17 ; d20+18=32 ; d10+20=22 ; d6=4 ; d10+13=19 ; d20+13=26 ; d10+20=25 ; d6=2 ; d20+8=14 ; d10+20=28 ; d6=5 ; Thursday May 20th, 2021 1:12:19 PM Fly, Haste, Bless, Protection from Evil, Bear's Endurance, Greater Rage The blows hit hard and fast but Stock sees only RED. He does feel himself slowly struggling to hold altitude but fights through it and wails on the bugbear. Still though, Stocks injuries mount and he grits his teeth. ============ PA vs CP hits AC33, 30 bludgeoning + 1 electricity Hover Check to stay in the fight 17 can stay there (d10-1 was a misclick) PA2 vs CP hits AC32, 22 bludgeoning + 4 electricity PA3 vs CP hits AC26 (d10+13 was another misclick, sorry), 25 damage + 2 electricity PA4 vs CP hits AC14 (might hit if it's grappled? Please? :) , 28 damage + 5 electricity
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft d20+15=25 d20+10=16 d20+5=23 d20+5=11 d20+15=29 d8+11=15 d6=6 d6=1 d6=3 d8+11=19 d6=5 d6=2 d6=5 d8+11=18 d6=1 d6=4 d6=3 d8+11=15 d6=3 d6=3 d6=2 Thursday May 20th, 2021 4:42:27 PM
Zanderallen sees the flashes of negative energy as the captain's blade cuts into into his companion, and his desire to smite him runs hot. But that was Stock's fight now, he had some crewman to take care of. Atleast until the spellcaster revealed himself again. ---------------------- Divine Bond - Holy, Flaming Burst Haste
Full attack on Bugbear 7 (If killed Z changes his attacks in the following priority 7->6->2->4)
Malici AC 28 (now a dragon w/mage armor always on) f15, t21: HP (123/132)108/108 CMD 25 Spell Resistance 24, Acid Resistance 10. d4=3 ; Thursday May 20th, 2021 5:38:09 PM
Now visible since he belched forth the acid on the bugbears Malici debates what to do. The medium sized green dragon uses his quicken feat again and casts Glitterdust at the last location of the bugbear/dragon hybrid, 10 foot radius, 20 will save to avoid being blinded. As a player I can't remember where the gal was located, as a character I'm pretty sure Malici knew where she last was.
He will then cast Cloudkill at the crosshairs of 92/93 and AE/AF, which should cast everyone behind the mast (I'm assuming 'south/down' on the map is to the rear of the ship and I don't believe anyone in the party crossed that line, if they did he will not cast the spell). Fortitude save 23. A living creature with 4 to 6 HD is slain unless it succeeds on a Fortitude save (in which case it takes 1d4 points of Constitution damage on your turn each round while in the cloud). A living creature with 6 or more HD takes 1d4 points of Constitution damage on your turn each round while in the cloud (a successful Fortitude save halves this damage). Holding one’s breath doesn’t help, but creatures immune to poison are unaffected by the spell. Unlike a fog cloud, the cloudkill moves away from you at 10 feet per round, rolling along the surface of the ground. Damage would be 3 con. It should affect 16,13,17,18,11,20,19,14,15,21
Spells active Glitterdust 12 rounds. Cloudkill 12 minutes Hasted Blessed? Fly on Micha, Zanderallen, Sid, Stohp Spell resistance on self (25) Form of the Dragon I on self.
Delia will start when the dog-thing teleports across the ship and dodge away from it, taking a 5-ft step straight out from the ship and up in elevation 5ft. I'm on my phone so it's hard to see exact location, just trying to get a little away and up, sorry!
She will then ready a shot at the hopefully bedazzled bugbear/dragon for when she casts a spell, if unbedazzled I will wait until she appears.
============== Ready Attack: 28 (+20) Damage: 14 P + 6 C
CDM Jerry [OOC post] Thursday May 20th, 2021 6:54:04 PM
Hear Ye Hear Ye!
I'm starting a Woldian recruitment blitz to fill what looks to be 10 spots.  We have 2 new games starting which accounts for 6 of the openings.  The other 4 are in existing non-veteran games.  The two new games will be called:
Bearclaw Keep and Heranmar.
The icons for these are already up on in the Career Games section, but the links just go to the LnB until the games begin.  [THANKS ROB FOR DESIGNING THOSE!!!]
I want to start with recruiting from 1) you good people and 2) inactive players. SO!!!  If you have a friend [someone that still talks to you] talk to them and see if they want to play!  All they have to do to start the progress is to email me. [gericko@gmail.com].
I am going to send out some emails starting tonight to former players so I do not know whether this push will fill us up quickly or not.  :)  Better to play it on the safe side and talk to your friends immediately!
Enjoy your evening and the weekend AND talking to your friends about joining us!
DM MikeK - Pirates Rd 10 Thursday May 20th, 2021 8:00:38 PM
Sid moves along the surface of the water, and then rises up to attack Boss Bugbear. He misses.
Stohp drops down, and reaches over Sid to successfully grab Boss Bugbear.
Micah works on processing what just happened, and figures it out a lot faster than Lord Rothchild, who's still looking about wildly. At the cleric's question, the Councilman pauses, and seems to regain his faculties. "I'm afraid I'm at a loss about them," he replies. "They came upon us during the night, and before I knew it, I was tied up and in a hold." Micah casts a spell on himself.
Ohen gives Lord Rothchild a salulte, and dutifully Dimesion Doors he and Micah back to the dragon boat. Ohen - Highlight to display spoiler: { There is an invisible person at AD93. Well, there was. After Malici's spell below, you can't see that spot.}
Bartomus fades away from view and flies higher and over the ship's mast. There is no sail, because Ohen done went burnt it up. The druid drops an acorn on #9. It hits the deck and explodes nicely. Bugbear 9 dies.
Stock hits twice, slamming Boss Bugbear hard.
Zanderallen kills Bugbear 7 and Bugbear 6.
Malici casts a Glitterdust spell at AD87. It does not reveal the bugbear/dragon Bugbears 5, 8, and 12 are blinded. THEN, he gets nasty. He casts a spell at the stern of the ship, causing a yellowish green cloud to envelope it. The appearance of the cloud is accompanied by the sounds of gagging, retching, and dying horribly.
Delia steps away from the doglike thing. She does not see a bedazzled sorcerer.
Of course, the whole back end of the vessel is opaque, poison gas. So, most of the crew can't be seen.
There are a few splashes, as the more fortunate bugbears in the stern abandon ship to escape the cloud.
The Boss Bugbear makes no attempt to break Stohp's grasp. Letting his blade fall to the deck, he drops to his knees, and raises his hands. "All right, all right. We give."
The rest of the bugbears follow the lead of their boss.
- Sid is at elevation 5' - Stohp is at elevation 5' - Micah is on the deck (Sanctuary) - Ohen is on the deck (See Invisible) - Bart is at elevation 30' - Stock is at elevation 5' - Delia is at elevation 5' - Malici is at elevation 15' - Zanderallen is on deck.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Friday May 21st, 2021 6:22:33 AM
Oh hey. Sensible bad guys. Stohp briefly wonders why so many bad guys seem so determined to fight to the death briefly. She keeps holding onto the captain until his magical companion appears and also surrenders.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Friday May 21st, 2021 10:34:25 AM
Zander almost blinks in surprise as the captain surrenders, but not one to miss an opportunity to avoid needless bloodshed he lowers, but does not stow, his weapon. "We accept your surrender. Malici drop your gas. Everyone else, pile your weapons in the bow and sit around the mast. Spell caster, unless you drop your invisibility and return to the deck we will consider you to sill be hostile." He continues looking around, weary of the invisible spell caster.
Stock (JonM) HP: 98/180; AC: 27/25/15; DR 2/-; CMD: 33; Rage: 2/28 used; Fly: 90' Friday May 21st, 2021 11:00:37 AM Fly, Haste, Bless, Protection from Evil, Bear's Endurance, Greater Rage
"What do you mean you give!"
Stock casts his eyes about sniffing at the air in a feral manner. "Where's the half dragon!"
============== Still raging to use rage power: scent The creature can detect opponents within 30 feet by sense of smell. If the opponent is upwind, the range increases to 60 feet; if downwind, it drops to 15 feet. Strong scents, such as smoke or rotting garbage, can be detected at twice the ranges noted above. Overpowering scents, such as skunk musk or troglodyte stench, can be detected at triple normal range.
When a creature detects a scent, the exact location of the source is not revealed—only its presence somewhere within range. The creature can take a move action to note the direction of the scent. When the creature is within 5 feet of the source, it pinpoints the source’s location.
If he smells half dragon he will take a move action beelining for it
Sid(Andrew) Fly: 90' High: 15'(Above waterline) HP: 30/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Friday May 21st, 2021 12:10:51 PM
Sid holds Mildred to the Bugbear Captain's neck, ready to attack if he makes moves Sid doesn't like. "Stock buddy, they've given. That's the sign that the good guys stop." He says to Stoph, "Do you have rope to tie up this guy?"
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+14=30 ; Friday May 21st, 2021 9:13:23 PM
Bartomus moves his hands and lips and points at where the fire was burning. Water soon appeared and drenched the area.
He looked about for the half-dragon that Stock was asking about.
Call water onto the deck and flames. Perception 30
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 22/12/22 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. Friday May 21st, 2021 10:14:28 PM
Micah nods appreciation to Ohen and keeps an eye on the sorcerer counting on his magical senses to perceive what is going on.
He does glance at the deck where the cloud is knowing that it holds no danger to him while he is wearing the necklace gifted him from the lizardfolk.
======= Sanctuary Sanctuary (duration 10 rounds). Will Save DC 17. Fly Haste Magic Vestment Owl's Wisdom
Delia (Hannah) HP: 76/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29; Fly Speed: 90' Saturday May 22nd, 2021 2:32:48 AM
Delia spares the surrendering captain a suspicious glance before continuing to hold her shot for dragon/bugbear, but will now only fire if she is threatening versus surrendering.
==================== Readied Attack repost: 28 (+20) Damage: 14 P + 6 C
Malici AC 28 (now a dragon w/mage armor always on) f15, t21: HP (123/132)108/108 CMD 25 Spell Resistance 24, Acid Resistance 10. d4=2 ; Saturday May 22nd, 2021 8:42:13 AM "I'm sorry sir knight. I cannot end the spell as it is such that does not allow that." Malici keeps an eye out for the half dragon somewhere on deck. At least he hopes she is on deck his quest is going to continue. The cloudkill drifts 10 feet away from him toward the aft of the deck.
Anyone still in the spell area, Fortitude save 23 or 2 Con damage. A living creature with 4 to 6 HD is slain unless it succeeds on a Fortitude save (in which case it takes 1d4 points of Constitution damage on your turn each round while in the cloud). A living creature with 6 or more HD takes 1d4 points of Constitution damage on your turn each round while in the cloud (a successful Fortitude save halves this damage). Holding one’s breath doesn’t help, but creatures immune to poison are unaffected by the spell. Unlike a fog cloud, the cloudkill moves away from you at 10 feet per round, rolling along the surface of the ground. It should affect 16,13,17,18,11,20,19,14,15,21
Spells active Glitterdust 12 rounds. Cloudkill 12 minutes Hasted Blessed? Fly on Micha, Zanderallen, Sid, Stohp Spell resistance on self (25) Form of the Dragon I on self.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Saturday May 22nd, 2021 11:44:04 AM
Ohen will look into the fog, waiting for the invisible dragon bugbear to appear. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SR 23, 5 images, AC 24
DM MikeK - Sensible bad guys Sunday May 23rd, 2021 5:25:53 PM
The poison cloud drifts sternward, gradually revealing more bodies. Of the original crew of 40 rowers, only 10 are alive. And all of them have been burned, blinded, and/or gassed. Per Zanderallen's instructions, they meekly unload javelins and falchions in the bow, and take a seat.
Malici spots the bugbear/dragon in the water to port. She drops her invisibility spell, and everyone can see her struggling back to the vessel.
Two of the bugbears move to the side to help the badly burned, and now nearly drowned sorcerer to the deck.
The fight is most definitely over.
The prisoners look to the Shields next move, as the Mary Celeste eases in next to the dragon ship.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Sunday May 23rd, 2021 8:25:01 PM "Should maybe someone help them out of the water? I would but I doubt I could." Stohp wonders as she looks at the stronger people in the party.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 76/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29; Fly Speed: 90' d20=19 ; Monday May 24th, 2021 3:36:16 AM
Delia watches in slight confusion and unnocks her arrow, used to fighting creatures to whom surrender is a foreign concept. She'll wonder aloud, "What do we do with them?"
She will fly up about 20 feet and keep a watchful eye on the situation, alert for signals, whispering, or any other actions by the bedraggled pirates that would spell danger.
============= Perception: 36
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 22/12/22 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. d20+8=22 ; d20+20=21 ; Monday May 24th, 2021 8:59:14 AM
Micah shakes his head sadly as the dead are revealed. If only their leaders had surrendered earlier.
He then returns his focus to the survivors. Seeing the half dragon in the water, he flies to meet her, stretching out his hand to offer her assistance and using the opportunity to survey her wounds and injuries. Despite his offer of aid, he remains wary and suspicious of her surrender.
======= Fly to half dragon. Heal 22 to inspect and assess her injuries Sense Motive 21 to get a hunch about her intentions
Active spells Sanctuary (duration 9 rounds). Will Save DC 17. Fly Haste 2 rounds Magic Vestment Owl's Wisdom
Stock (JonM) HP: 43/125; AC: 28/25/16; DR 2/-; CMD: 31; Rage: 2/28 used; Fly: 90' Monday May 24th, 2021 9:19:52 AM No more status effects...temporarily fatigued but not noted in stats
Stock pointedly does not go help the half dragon out of the water and instead lands on the deck. "Seems to me we need to take possession of this ship and sail towards The Float. We put half the crew on the other boat, half here. Maybe keep the half dragon here so we can keep an eye on it. I'm happy to let the legal apparatus on The Float figure out what to do with these guys. It's not really my strong point."
He is doing his best to not show the evident aches and pains in every movement.
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+11=29 ; Monday May 24th, 2021 10:29:37 AM
Bartomus moves downward and lends a hand to the effort to bring the very injured sorcerer up onto the deck. In the process, Bartomus assesses the damage and offers first aid.
====== If accepted, heal skill check for 29 - just trying to stabilize until we get a sense if we should heal this sib of our guest.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Monday May 24th, 2021 3:39:21 PM
Zanderallen takes charge of the situation on the deck. He turns to the bugbear captain, "We will be taking you back to the Floating City. I do not know the customs of your people but please perform whatever rites or practices are customary for your dead." He motions with a sad look to the bodies in the rear of the ship, "We will not stand in your way." With others keeping close watch on the prisoners Zander stands to the side, waiting for the Mary Celeste to close the gap and begin the journey back to the float.
Sid(Sub by Z) Fly: 90' High: Deck HP: 30/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Monday May 24th, 2021 3:42:39 PM
Sid glances warily around as the bugbears move. He release the Captain but keeps Mildred ready if any of the bugbears make any sudden moves for the weapons piled in the front.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Monday May 24th, 2021 5:57:57 PM
Ohen will use his Arcane Sight on the Bugbear/Dragon to determine how powerful she is, and also to make sure she has the medallion. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SR 23, 5 images, AC 24
DM Robert - "We will not stand in your way." d20+15=24 ; d20+13=16 ; d20+9=11 ; Monday May 24th, 2021 8:19:18 PM
Stohp asks about helping people out of the water. Delia is not used to surrender, and keeps a watch on the bugbears. Micah flies over and helps the half dragon out of the water. Stock is for taking possession of the boat. Bartomus offers first aid. Zanderallen tells the captain to perform rites for his dead. Sid keeps a wary eye out. Ohen eyes the half dragon. ____________
Those with healing asses the damaged, and determine that most are half-dead at least. Except the captain fared slightly better. While all the live bugbear's weapons are in the aft, there are numerous javelins and falchion's in with the rowers. The weapons lie near that strange doglike creature. Knowledge Planes 19 Highlight to display spoiler: {It is a Barghest. an outsider, how it came to be a dog like creature for this pirate crew you are not sure.}
Please note: You can watch the Captain, The Crew, Or the Sorceress, You only get to perception who you are watching.
The captain nods and being the most fit, of the 10 bugbears goes about stripping the dead bugbears and tossing them into the water. Zanderallen begins to wonder if the bugbears have any form of religious rites for the dead. The captain is taking off their cloaks and breastplates. Watching the captain perception 25 Highlight to display spoiler: {You see him slip a potion from his belt and get ready to drink it.}
The 10 living bugbears gather around the mast. You note they are all wearing chain shirts, interesting, they appear to be armed and armored differently than the 30 that are dead. They moan a lot and make a show of being wrongfully attacked. Anyone watching them Perception 16 Highlight to display spoiler: {As the crew move around you note they are attempting to reach into pouches and take out potion bottles.}
The female bugbear/half-dragon is dragged from the water. There is quite the overpowering smell of wet dog. She coughs a lot, which sounds weird from her dragon/dog face. Anyone watching her Perception 9 Highlight to display spoiler: {She tries to slip her hand into a belt pouch and extracts a small potion vial.} Also you do know that these half-dragons have a breath weapon, you've seen Malici use it. Ohen observing her gets the sense that she is about on his level of magical ability. You also note she has several magic items about her person.
Malici lands and transforms back into his elf self. "Friend Dwarf, I do not think it wise to send half these ruffians to join captain Ahab. Half of them would about number his crew and that could put the Mary Celeste in danger. It looks like there were at least 15 rowers a side for this craft. I suggest we put them to work on this boat if you wish to take it into The Float." He casts a minor spell of detect magic. "You guys do know that those rowers the bugbear captain is stripping are all wearing magical cloaks don't you? For that matter, the bugbears all appear to have some form of magic about them."
OOC, we are not in rounds anymore.
10 bugbears 1 captain 1 sorceress
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) d20+16=19 ; Tuesday May 25th, 2021 7:49:33 AM
Stohp watches the captain, having just had her hands on him and him being the one most likely to lead the others to cause trouble. (Perception 19)
Stock (JonM) HP: 43/125; AC: 28/25/16; DR 2/-; CMD: 31; Rage: 2/28 used; Fly: 90' d20+17=20 ; d20+17=36 ; d20+17=35 ; d20+1=13 ; Tuesday May 25th, 2021 9:43:40 AM "Fair point Malici. I worry a little about keeping all the trouble on this boat too but I guess if Ahab doesn't have the muscle to keep down these brutes and if we can convince them to row toward the Float, we'll be better off."
He wanders over to the Captain and says, "What's your story, Cap? That Half Dragon convince you that this would be a good idea?"
========= DC25 Perception 20 Perception 36, Perception 35 - I didn't understand the point about only watching one of the three until I rolled all three perception rolls....I'll just go with the first which failed. Diplomacy 12 - maybe not Stock's strong point
Zanderallen 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft d20+7=9 Tuesday May 25th, 2021 3:09:12 PM
Zanderallen keeps an eye mostly on the crew. He answers Malici, "We will collect their equipment when we have finished securing the ship. Thank you for noting the magic. With a start he asks Malici a sharp question, noting the differences in the appearances of the living and the dead, "Malici, Ohen, can you identify the school? There isn't illusion magic afoot here is htere?"
Perception 9 on crew
Delia (Hannah) HP: 76/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29; Fly Speed: 90' d20+17=23 ; d20+14=20 ; Tuesday May 25th, 2021 5:34:11 PM
Delia will keep her eyes on the dragon/bugbear, judging her as the greatest threat. Easily noticing her pulling out the vial, she will call out, "Hey. Dragon-lady trying to be sneaky. What's that potion ya got there?"
She is still about 15ft up and hovering just off deck.
====================== DC 9 vs 23 perception (+17) Fly DC 15 vs 20 fly check to hover (+14)
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 22/12/22 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. d20+13=30 ; Tuesday May 25th, 2021 5:43:21 PM
"Not so fast," Micah states calmly as he slaps the vial out of the half dragon's hand. "If it is healing you need, we can provide that. I will not, however, allow you to use magic on your own."
=========== Perception 14 (taking 10) on half dragon. Uses Weapon Master domain power to gain access to improved disarm feat. CMB 30 to knock the vial out of the half dragon's hand.
Sid(Andrew) Fly: 90' High: 15'(Above waterline) HP: 30/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) d20+16=26 ; d20+19=34 ; Tuesday May 25th, 2021 7:09:50 PM
Sid's freehand snakes out and like a shadow snags the vial. He looks and moves Mildred to his neck. "Seems to be something of interest here," he says glancing at the Captain, "I think you should start emptying your pockets."
Perception: 26 Sleight of Hand(To snag the vial): 34
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20+15=30 ; d20+15=23 ; d20+15=23 ; Tuesday May 25th, 2021 7:25:53 PM
Ohen will focus further and try to find the medallion among the magical auras. Perception min 16 Some arcana checks: 30, 23, 23
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20=17 ; Tuesday May 25th, 2021 8:01:08 PM
Bartomus watched the soaked dragon lady and saw her slip her hand into her clothing. He saw extract a vial.
"Lady, I am only going to say this once, don't move and you sure as heck don't want to drink that vial." He says rather loudly.
Bartomus steps closer and prepares to headbut the woman.
DM Robert - "What's that potion ya got there?" Tuesday May 25th, 2021 8:18:17 PM
Stohp watches the captain but doesn't notice anything. Stock watches the captain but also sees nothing, he asks some questions. Zanderallen watches the prisoners and asks about magic. Delia spots the bugbear/dragon trying to get to a potion. Micah notices bugbear/dragons attempts to get a potion and puts an end to it. Sid spots the captain trying to get a potion out and goes into full threat mode. Ohen scans for magic. _____________ A brief update, I have more information than when I first posted. The sorceress is severely burned, she is struggling to breath she is down to almost 9% of her starting hitpoints. The captain is barely able to stand he is at about 4% of his starting hitpoint. The 10 remaining bugbears are all down 10 about 15% of their starting hitpoints and 2 of them are blinded, all of them are suffering from Con loss as well.
Micah surveys the motley crew of bugbears and realizes they are indeed in a sad state. The sorceress looks up at Micah and floating Delia. "So this is human mercy after surrender. No you won't sully your hands with actually doing the deed but will stand by and let us bleed out and die slowly."
The captain wearily eyes Stock and the blade Sid has placed at his throat. He drops the potion in Sid's hand and says "A little up and to the left more if you want to nick the carotid artery, or are you trying for a slow torturous death like humans do so often?" He shifts a bit to look at Stock "She's a valued crew member. I reward such that can lead us to profitable ways." Sid notices that the Captain is not really emptying his pockets, he doesn't have any, but he does have a couple of belt pouches.
Zanderallen notices that the 10 grouped bugbears seem to be breathing a little easier, less wheezing and pain in their breath.
Ohen looks around and announces that there are several magical items. The captain is sporting the following magic: a potion; full plate, falchion, amulet, boots, cloak, and a ring. The sorceress has the following magic: 1/4 of a medallion, potion of cure moderate wounds; +1 quarterstaff, amulet of natural armor +2, cloak of resistance +1, headband of alluring charisma. The 10 bugbears each have the following magic items: some potions, composite longbow The 30 dead bubear rowers had the following magic: a potion, a cloak (so 30 of each).
Malici answers Zanderallen "I see no illusionary magic." He steps toward the bugbear/dragon. "She has the medallion."
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) d20+16=25 ; Wednesday May 26th, 2021 7:05:00 AM
Stohp raises and eyebrow, then does a quick headcount. Ok yeah, counting Malici there's 5 humans and 3 non-humans. She decides not to take offense at the generalization. She does look around to try to determine if anyone is bleeding out that they can save. While everyone seems battered, there doesn't actually seem to be a risk of them bleeding out, but maybe she missed something (perception 25)
She replies to the captain, "We are offering to use magic to heal your wounds, we just aren't going to let you drink unknown potions. Now that the battle is over no one dies unless you try to fight or escape us."
Delia (Hannah) HP: 76/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29; Fly Speed: 90' Wednesday May 26th, 2021 12:14:29 PM
Delia looks back at the sorceress a bit incredulously, "I'm sorry, did the people who just murdered an unarmed hostage just try to moral high ground us? You've been offered healing, accept that and don't try to sneak things by us."
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 22/12/22 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. Wednesday May 26th, 2021 2:34:48 PM
Micah is angry. Angry that these pirates have slaughtered an entire diplomatic delegation, except for one they kept as a hostage. Angry that they killed that hostage needlessly. Angry that a great number of these pirate died horribly from Malici's spell. Angry that these foul medallion pieces are causing so much harm.
Rather than let that anger erupt, Micah holds it in, like hot coals banked in the forge for later use. He does not, however, restrain his tongue, "Seriously? Did your wounds damage your healing, too? Did you somehow not just hear me offer you healing?" He motions contemptuously to the deck where the bugbears are, "Now get over there so we can tend to your wounds all at once. But first. Everyone disarm yourselves, including magical equipment."
Stock (JonM) HP: 43/125; AC: 28/25/16; DR 2/-; CMD: 31; Rage: 2/28 used; Fly: 90' Wednesday May 26th, 2021 2:49:44 PM
Stock snickers at Delia's attitude. "Ok then madame half dragon sorceress - hand over your heirloom. Your half brother would like to unite it with his pieces."
He then says, "Let's get the bodies of the oarsmen out of here and get the remaining bugbears rowing toward the Float.
AHAB! Lead onward! We'll follow!"
Zanderallen 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Wednesday May 26th, 2021 3:11:34 PM
With what is already said Zanderallen just adds one last comment directly to the Captian, "You should be glad we don't offer you the same mercy you gave Lord Rothchild's companions and their turtle. Now get that gear off and stand with the others so Micah can tend to your injuries." He then aids the captain in removing his magical equipment none too gently, muttering under his breath that if someone hadn't defiled themselves with greed and destruction maybe they would be capable of laying on hands and healing others.
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+7=23 ; Wednesday May 26th, 2021 4:30:04 PM "You heard them - empty the pockets, and the cinch purses. You will get it all back once we know we don't have daggers, darts, and other nasty things to worry about." Bartomus said quite loudly and with a tired of all this attitude. He pointed at the dragonette and then glared at the captain.
"Zander & Micah, I can help with the group heal as well," Bartomus offered up to the Shields.
[I] =========== Intimidate 23
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Wednesday May 26th, 2021 5:46:15 PM
Despite the numerous retorts and spells Ohen thinks of to use on the Sorceress and Pirate Captain after their 'human mercy' comments, Ohen will simply watch over the disarming of magic items and make sure they don't try to keep any.
Sid(Andrew) Fly: 90' High: 15'(Above waterline) HP: 30/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Wednesday May 26th, 2021 6:08:46 PM
Sid raises an eyebrow at the Captain. "Bart! Micah!" He yells, "The Captain here is in serious of medical attention as he seems to not be able to tell an Elf or a Taur from a Human. Drop your pouches and as long as don't do anything to make the Lady object," he says nodding to Stohp, "you'll get them back. If you need to sit then you may do so." His sword doesn't leave the Captain's neck.
DM Robert - "empty the pockets, and the cinch purses" Wednesday May 26th, 2021 8:10:47 PM
Stohp doesn't take offense. Delia can't help being a little judgemental. Micah's anger is showing a little. Stock starts taking charge. Zanderallen is non too gentle in getting the job done. Bartomus add his voice to command the prisoners. Ohen watches over the magic. Sid is bit contemptuous of the captain. _____________________
The loot is piled up... Captain: potion of cure moderate wounds; Other Gear +3 full plate, +3 falchion, mwk javelins (2), amulet of natural armor +2, boots of striding and springing, cloak of resistance +3, ring of protection +2, 973 gp
Sorceress potion of cure moderate wounds; Other Gear +1 quarterstaff, mwk dagger, mwk shortbow with 20 arrows, amulet of natural armor +2, cloak of resistance +1, headband of alluring charisma +2, 1/4 medallion, 117 gp
Living Bugbears: potions of cure light wounds (3x10); Other Gear chain shirt x10, +1 composite longbow (+3 Str) with 20 arrows(x10), mwk scimitar(x10), 2840 gp total
Dead Bugbears; Other Gear breastplate(x30), javelins (150), mwk falchion(x30), cloak of resistance +1 (x30), 6570 gp total
1 longship, value 10,000gp
There's also 40 pounds of gold in the hold. You know that came from their raid on Lizard Folk town, and some semi spoiled casks of fruits and vegetables.
Stock retrieves the medallion from the bugbear/dragon. As he does so there's an "Ahem." from behind him. He turns and see's Malici standing nearby with his own 1/2 medallion in his hand. Malici smiles at Stock but says nothing.
The bugbears gather around the mast and look at Micah and Bartomus for the promised healing. Heal Check 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {}It looks like the 10 bugbears are in better shape than previous, they may have 25% of their hitpoints. They may not really need healing to bend their backs to the oars. And the Captain is bleeding somewhat, but almost all the sorceress damage was burning.[/b]
The bugbears grumble but get into oar benches and begin to row. Progress will be slow with the boat so large and so few oarsmen. Anyone with sailing experience could try to guide everyone with using the lone sail. Also someone is going to need to steer with the rudder.
You're pretty sure that even at this point the sorceress is probably the greatest threat, especially if she can spit acid.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) d20+16=28 ; Thursday May 27th, 2021 7:19:44 AM
Stohp continues to keep a close eye on the prisoners (28 perception). She doesn't let herself get distracted by the gear piling up, figuring what it all is can wait until after they've met with the authorities.
Stock (JonM) HP: 43/125; AC: 28/25/16; DR 2/-; CMD: 31; Rage: 2/28 used; Fly: 90' d20+9=11 ; Thursday May 27th, 2021 9:05:09 AM
Stock turns to face Malici, squints his eyes and hands over the amulet. He then turns away abruptly and shouts - "I'll take the rudder!"
The burly dwarf walks to the rear and grabs hold of the tiller. "Excuse me though but I'm not quite tall enough to see where we're going. Just let me know which way to turn."
========= Sense Motive 11
Zanderallen 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Thursday May 27th, 2021 4:22:25 PM
Zanderallen guides the caption to a rowing bench after healing is given. Hard labor would keep him out of trouble. He then watches as Malici receives the third medallion quarter, "Feel anything different?' He stands near the half-dragon sorceress. Aware of the danger she still poses.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Thursday May 27th, 2021 5:40:08 PM "Should we tie up or blindfold the sorceress? Or should she row too?" Either way Ohen will be standing in the aft near Stock, ready to counterspell her if she causes any magical trouble.
Once everyone is gathered together and the pirates are suitably disarmed, Micah moves to the middle of the injured.
He closes his eyes and takes a deep breath, and says, "In the name of Domi." He then channels healing energy, excluding no one.
After that is done, he seeks out Stock and Sid to further cure them with his wand.
=========== Channel energy 20 pts.
Stock: 6 charges for 42 more hit points. Sid: 3 charges for 21 more hit points.
Sid(Andrew) Fly: 90' High: 15'(Above waterline) HP: 51/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) d20+15=29 ; Thursday May 27th, 2021 6:29:01 PM
"Thank you Micah," Sid says and once the Captain is suitably disarmed and healed he will remove Mildred from his throat. He says to the Captain, "Unless overruled I won't sully your honor, as it is, by making you row, but besides that 'Human' crack I have to say that you were going to kill you hostage, and you Ate a Dragonturtle." Sid shakes his head without taking his eyes off the Captain and searches his memory to see if he knows him or of him.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29 d20=17 ; d20=15 ; Thursday May 27th, 2021 8:03:45 PM
Delia will nod her thanks to Micah for the healing, then will go stand next to Ohen and Stock, watching the sorceress's reaction to Malici's 3 medallion pieces. She will continue to keep a close eye on the female bugbear, ready to alert the group to any funny business.
She says straight faced to Stock, "Maybe someone can find you a box."
===== Sense Motive on sorceress: 20 Perception on sorceress: 32
DM Robert - "Feel anything different?" d20+9=25 ; Thursday May 27th, 2021 8:15:56 PM
Stohp keeps an eagle eye on the bugbears. Stock grabs the rudder (you should be able to see well enough, generally the aft deck is built up a little). Zanderallen imprints his presence on the bugbear captain and sorceress. Ohen is wary of the sorceress and stands ready to counter her spells. Micah does the healing. Sid is overruled and the captain is rowing, he has never heard of bugbear pirates, but its a big world. Delia cracks wise at Stock. Bartomus? ______________________
"Thank you Stock." Malici's hands tremble slightly as he begins to put the pieces together. Before he can the smaller piece fairly leaps from his hand and you hear a metallic clink as the separate pieces hit. This time there is a brief flash of light. Malici staggers a bit and reaches out a hand to steady himself. His brows are furrowed as if in concentration or pain.
The bugbear/dragon whips her head around. Malici must sense her stare for he opens his eyes and stares back at her.
Sense Motive 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {That is definitely a death stare coming from Malici, or maybe a "do you feel lucky punk" stare.}
Very shortly the sorceress seems to bow and duck her head, returning to rowing. (Speaking of rowing, remember rowers sit with their backs facing where they are going, so they are all pretty much still looking at you since you were gathered at the aft section). Malici shakes his head and rubs his brows, his eyes seem squinty. "Well that was a bit of shock and slightly painful. Definitely could use something cold and alcoholic."
If anyone wishes to look at the medallion now, It requires a Linguistics 10 roll, it's in a combination of Draconic and Old High Woldian. Highlight to display spoiler: {, outer edge "My Legacy, Will Aid, …. " inner edge "Let your …… Dominate the ….. "}
The Marie Celeste is out in front of you. Perception 20 hearing Highlight to display spoiler: {Seems like the councilman is making a fuss and wanting Ahab to get a move on and get to the Float post haste.}
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+11=31 ; d20+10=20 ; d20+14=19 ; Thursday May 27th, 2021 11:25:23 PM
Bartomus just was staring about the deck and looking at the cast of rowers. He snapped out of his thoughts and noticed that Malici suddenly winced in pain. He suspected it was one of those headaches that hit with a vengeance.
And, Bartomus thought of moving forward and offering to try a cranial massage, but when he saw the dagger look he tossed the dragon princess that was his half-sister, he felt that maybe that wasn't the best of ideas.
"So we go to the Float and do what?" Bartomus asked the other Shields.
====== Heal - 31 SenMotive - 20 Perception - 19
Stock (JonM) HP: 105/125; AC: 28/25/16; DR 2/-; CMD: 31; Rage: 2/28 used; Fly: 90' d20+9=17 ; d20+17=20 ; Friday May 28th, 2021 9:40:05 AM
Stock watches with interest as the medallion is joined and pointedly ignores Delia's comment about needing a box. He just mumbles, "Nevermind...I can see fine."
Stock motions ahead at Ahab's ship and says, "Looks like the big shot wants Ahab to get moving. Might be tough to keep up. Somebody ask the captain if he has any more ships out here that we have to watch out for."
[i]========== DC10 Sense Motive: 17 DC20 Perception 20
Zanderallen 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft d20+5=6 d20+7=15 Friday May 28th, 2021 12:11:24 PM
Zanderallen reaches ever so slightly for his sword as the two half-dragons have their stare off. With the bugbears seemingly cowled for the moment he relaxes ever so slightly. He does take a position near both captain and sorceress for the rest of the journey back to the Float. "We can hopefully get you something once we're home Malici. We head back to the float and hand over the prisoners to the proper authorities. Resupply and then its off to stop the last of the rampaging half-dragon siblings from making a mess of our neighborhood." ----------- Heal 6 Sense Motive (auto) Perception 15
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20+1=12 ; d20+1=16 ; d20+15=18 ; Friday May 28th, 2021 6:58:26 PM "Let the Mary Celeste go on ahead, and tell them to have guards waiting for us. We'll get there when we get there." ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 12 sense motive 16 linguistics 18 perception
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 22/12/22 CMD:20 Fly Speed: 70 ft. d20+6=26 ; Friday May 28th, 2021 7:08:56 PM
Micah winces in sympathy when he sees Malici's pain. He also notices the exchange between the two half dragons, filing it away for future reference.
However, when he hears the councilman complaints, he does not let it go. He stands up and shouts, "Lord Rothschild! Do you need assistance? If so, I will gladly come aboard the Mary Celeste to render aid!"
Take 10 for 20 on heal Autosucceed sense motive Perception 26 succeed.
DM Robert - "We'll get there when we get there." Saturday May 29th, 2021 10:44:23 AM
Bartomus looks on. Stock takes to water, like a dwarf takes to water, however, he seems to steer okay. Zanderallen has some sympathy for Malici but wants the prisoners taken care of. Ohen says the Marie Celeste should go ahead and get things ready. Micah trys to sooth Lord Rothchild. Delia? Sid? Stohp? _________________________
The row back is long. The Mary Celeste keeps pulling away from you. You note Captain Ahab wave to you and sort of make a shrugging his shoulders motion and then thumbing toward Lord Rothchild. You find a spyglass on board the dragon boat and you can see Rothchild standing near the mast, arms crossed and in soiled and tattered clothing. You suspect he can't stand being dirty.
At long last you arrive at the docks. Captain Ahab and his crew are standing in the Marie Celeste watching you dock. They all have smiles on their faces and are saluting you. On the docks, you find a contingent of guards waiting. You also spot Paragon Belkior, Pepper Plate, Tangleweed, and a whole slew of Fence folk cheering and hoopin' and a hollerin'.
Belkior comes aboard and sort of makes a waving motion to you, indicating you should head off the boat. The guards are with him. He begins to cast, and casts Geas on the Sorceress, forbidding her to use any of her powers without permission from a city official. (It's a 10 minute spell so not sure you want to wait around for it.)
The people come forward to welcome you home. Pepper Plate practically jumps at Zanderallen. As she hugs him you can hear, "Oh, Zander, I was so worried. You must tell me everything that happened." Happy starts parting the crowd and ushering you forward. "This way. Make way up there. Make way." At last you come to the Giggling Ghost where smells of cooked food, ale, and stronger spirits are wafting through the doors.
Malici is sort of staggering along behind all of you, but seems to be kept with you by the press of the people cheering you loudly and reaching out to slap you on the back.
Of Lord Rothchild you see nothing.
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+5=23 ; d20+14=29 ; Saturday May 29th, 2021 11:49:13 AM "Oh Zander," Bartomus repeats a few times batting his eyes and rolling his head - with his tongue hanging out to the side and rolling his eyes. But, he gives Zander a wink and smile.
As they move through the crowd following Happy back to the Ghost, he tried to figure out where their rescued Lord went. Then took stock of all those about them.
"Hey Malici, you gonna be ok? You are looking a bit wearier than expected, you got two of the pieces, time to celebrate!
Bartomus smiled at the well wishers and said thank you, you're too kind, oh how sweet, many, many times and found relief when he sat his haunches down on a stout chair. "Let that sweet honey amber mead flow, right? ==== Perform skill to tease Zander - 23, cause hey I haven't used that yet I don't think. Perception - 29
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Sunday May 30th, 2021 7:52:08 PM
Stohp makes sure that the prisoners are taken away safely before following the rest.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Sunday May 30th, 2021 10:05:24 PM
Along the way she also expresses concern for their new companion. Apparently the coin is starting to take energy to reforge or use. There's still a missing piece that might be even more draining once they have it.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29 d20=20 ; Monday May 31st, 2021 2:05:09 PM
Delia snaps out of the 1000-yard stare she fell into as the Float comes into view. She'll tense as she notices the crowd waiting for them and automatically scan it for danger. (Perception 39 (nat 20+19))
Before the crowd sweeps them away, she'll find Pip and return his spyglass to him, ruffling his hair as she thanks him for the lend.
Noticing Malici lagging behind, she'll drop back to slide an arm underneath his for support, "Come on, easy now. We'll get you a meal and bed as soon as we make it to the Ghost." She'll do her best to encourage him quietly, but it definitely sounds like what someone would say to a tired or spooked animal instead of a person.
Micah is concerned as to what Lord Rothschild may be up to and frustrated that the councilor completely ignored him while on the lake, but shifts his attention to the flagging Malici.
"Ohen," he asks, "Do you see anything with your magical sight?" The priest then conducts his own, more mundane, examination as to what may be ailing the half dragon.
============ Heal 15 to inspect Malici's health.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20+15=32 ; Monday May 31st, 2021 6:23:39 PM
Ohen will concentrate on the medallion again, and see if its auras have changed, or if there is any new magic on Malici. 32 spellcraft.
Zanderallen 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Monday May 31st, 2021 6:24:23 PM
Zanderallen stops worrying about the prisoners as soon as he sees Lord Belkior taking care of them. Calling out to have the pile of magical gear from the bugbears to be carried to Shield headquarters, he then turns his full attention to Pepper. But not before faking a glare over at Bart, that quickly loses it's menace and turns into a grin. "I'll tell you all about it dear, but first food. The bugbears were not the most gracious of hosts. And there's still one half-dragon out in the woods so I'm afraid we can't stay long."
DM Robert - "Let that sweet honey amber mead flow, right?" Monday May 31st, 2021 8:16:09 PM
Bartomus teases Zander and shows some concern for Malici. Stohp watches the prisoners and then Malici. Delia returns the spyglass and offers some words of encouragement to Malici. Micah is frustrated with the councilman and tries to diagnose Malici. Ohen concentrates on the medallion. Zanderallen makes sure the loot gets taken to Shield HQ and promises Pepper the story later. Sid? Stock? _____________
Sitting at the table Micah is able to conduct a swift examination of Malici. After giving Malici the once over Micah thinks Malici is under some sort of strain. As if he was in the early stages of a massive head cold and trying to stave it off by sheer will power. "I'm sorry for the inconvenience Micah. It's just when the medallion merged this time I was momentarily overcome with strange visions. Truthfully I'm still having some trouble focusing to see, it's almost as if I'm looking at two scenes at the same time, one in the here and now and then there's another almost layer of seeing superimposed."
Ohen asks to see the medallion which Malici fishes out of his pouch and slowly puts on the table. Again the magical aruas strive almost against each other and with overlapping: Universal, Abjuration, Conjuraction, Divination, Enchantment, and Transmutation. However, it does seem like the Enchantment aura is strobing brighter or more frequently. It does not appear that Malici is being affected by any spell right now as he is free of aura's other than the magic he is wearing.
If anyone wishes to look at the medallion now, It requires a Linguistics 10 roll, it's in a combination of Draconic and Old High Woldian, Draconic one side and Old High Woldian on the other. Highlight to display spoiler: {, outer edge "My Legacy, Will Aid, ... " inner edge "Let your ... Dominate the ... "}
Happy brings over jacks of frothy ale, pitchers of honey mead, and a bottle of something marked Chaotic Neutral. Opening the bottle you can fairly see the alcoholic fumes waft out and when it hits your noses sweet, slightly cocoa and caramellic with wine. The glasses that go with the bottle are on small stems, rounded at the bottom and rising to a more narrow lip. Malici slugs down ol' Chaotic Neutral in one gulp, to which Happy cocks an eyebrow to but when Malici holds out the glass for more he still fills it up. "Now go slow on that, and maybe have a bit to eat first. That's powerful stuff." Happy says.
Then comes out the meal, a brisket sliced and accompanied by some aromatic mushroom sauce. A roast ham, a mixed salad, baked potatoes, some loaves of bread, brussel sprouts roasted and wrapped in bacon, and in the end, a triple layer carrot cake.
During your entire meal the Giggling Ghost is quiet, but you notice as you eat that there appears to be a crowd, quietly sitting around and watching you expectantly. You're pretty sure you're not going to get out of here without telling them something.
As you finish the carrot cake a fancy looking woman come in. She is dressed in the livery of a servant of someone from the top levels of the Float. There appears to be some sort of small crest over her left breast. Knowledge Nobility 15 or Knowledge Local 20 Highlight to display spoiler: {It's Rothchild's crest}
She looks about and then heads to you table where she throws a bag onto it. "My lord wished to compensate you for his return." She spins on her heel and haughtily walks away. Happy shakes his head, "That Lord Rothchild certainly continues to think himself better than others. Even got his servants acting that way." The bag contains 1000 platinum pieces.
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+7=11 ; Monday May 31st, 2021 10:01:50 PM
Bartomus was enjoy the food and drink. He smiled when Happy cautioned Malici on the special brew that was being shared. Bartomus noticed the growing crowd. He looked over at Zander and Micah.
"You all know you are going to have to say something right? One pirate ship down, but, you know, we still have some work to do."
A woman that looked vaguely familiar, but Bartomus, in spite of his efforts to learn more about the Float, he couldn't place her. When she tossed the bag on the table, it landed with a heavy thud and the tinkling of coins moving about.
"Nice to meet you, thanks for coming. Send his lordship our very best," Bartomus yells after her after Happy identified the woman. He leaned in and opened the bag. His eyes went wide and pushed along towards Micah and Zander. ==== KnowLocal - 11
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Tuesday June 1st, 2021 7:23:08 AM
Stohp eyes the interested crowd before giving them a short summery of the situation. "There are multiple enemies attacking our friends and allies outside the float. We have dealt with two thirds of them. We'll be leaving soon to finish the job."
Stock (JonM) HP: 105/125; AC: 28/25/16; DR 2/-; CMD: 31; Rage: 2/28 used d20+3=9 ; Tuesday June 1st, 2021 9:59:24 AM
Stock munches away contentedly, barely noticing the servant when she drops off the reward. The count of platinum in the bag certainly gets his attention though. "Not too shabby. Takes a well-healed sort of git to pay that kind of coin. I'd save him again for that much." He smiles at his witticism and continues eating.
"Anybody talk to Ahab about leaving in the morning?"
========== DC 20 Local: 9 Shields - Do we have a volunteer to divvy up the spoils? It can't be me this time, I'm in the middle of moving and a busy season at work.
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Tuesday June 1st, 2021 10:45:39 AM
Micah's eyes widen when he sees Malici down the obviously strong concoction. He instinctively reaches out a reassuring hand to the half-dragon's shoulder. For himself, he takes the drink slowly. However, he exercises no restraint when it comes to the food, taking large helpings of each dish and literally drowning the brisket in mushroom sauce. He pauses a moment to consider the short food supplies of the beastfolk, offering a prayer that Domi might make a way for Micah and the others to help them out once the current dangers are averted.
He immediately recognizes Rothchild's insignia on the servant. Perhaps he was not as discrete with the Chaotic Neutral as he thought he had been. Without pausing to think about it first, he pulls out out a gold piece and flips it to the haughty servant, calling out, "Do not forget your fee." Almost before the coin lands, his eyes widen in horror at his own rudeness to one who is merely conforming to the behavior of her master.
=========== Knowledge Nobility 16 (Taking 10).
Zanderallen 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Tuesday June 1st, 2021 2:33:34 PM
Maybe it's the stress of the past couple days in the woods, maybe it's the sense of impending doom that's been hanging over the Float since the Festival of Visions but Zander has a hard time initially sitting down to a meal. He nods along with Stohp's summary adding a reassurance at the end, "I know things have been a little uncertain but most of the danger has been dealt with. We had to bring Lord Rothchild safely home but as soon as we rest we will be heading after the final invader. We have a pretty good idea where he is and how to track him. So rest easy." Starting to feel a little better he digs into the food and drink.
He eyes the servant as she comes, recognizing the insignia he worries what the dear Lord Rothchild wanted. He blinks a couple times as the coins hit the table, surprised at the reward. As Micah throws the coin he has a violent coughing fit, possibly in surprise at the priest's rudeness, possibly to cover uncontrollable laughter... He barely recovers in time for Stock's comment which launches him once again into a violent coughing fit. ------------------------ Knowledge Nobility 16 (Taking 10)
I will try and give the loot a look tonight. If you don't see an email from me it didn't happen. :)
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20+1=5 ; Tuesday June 1st, 2021 6:12:06 PM "It does appear that the enchantment from the medallion is active and powerful. I worry what will happen once the medallion is complete. Perhaps we should take precautions? Stay strong Malici."
"Well at least Lord Rothchild thanks well with coin, if not with... actual personal gratitude" Ohen remarks, as the servant leaves, and after he recovers from his own coughing fit. Whatever Zander has must be contagious.
"This good food reminds me of the lack among the Beastfolk, I should speak with my father about setting up trade. Happy! Do you happen to know where my father has gotten to?"
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29 Tuesday June 1st, 2021 6:22:32 PM
Seeing the expectant crowd at the Ghost, Delia fades a little into the background, positioning herself as far from their questioning eyes as she can and digs into the food with a hearty appetite.
Seeing Micah's coin flip, she'll nudge Stock and say, "Nice to see it's not just us who can offend the toffs." and smile at his joke as well.
I cannot loot either. And if some of the Humes seem busy or distracted this week, it's my fault. I'm getting married Saturday :) (will be sending out an email asking for subs soon)
Sid(Andrew) Fly: 90' High: 15'(Above waterline) HP: 51/72; AC: 19/16/14; CMB: 7; CMD: 22 Speed: 30ft, Swim 30ft.) Tuesday June 1st, 2021 6:30:21 PM
As soon as they hit the docks Sid sends a message to Ellie and hopes that she meets them at Happy's. When she does he'll wrap her in big hug, sit her on his knee and cuddle in, whispering everything that happened to her.
DM Robert - "We'll be leaving soon to finish the job." Tuesday June 1st, 2021 8:04:56 PM
FYI- I'm slow pedaling here. You're in town and have a chance to get any equipment you think you may need for a forest fight. And afterwards you'll have to do some exploring because if you recall Malici originally said he thought he was compelled to come here to possibly find his father's lost dragon treasure.
Bartomus says a word or two to the masses. Stohp tries to help out with the crowd. Stock wonders if anyone set up a time to meet with Ahab. Micah looks at the meal and wonders about the starving beast-folk. (Actually they are not starving, they are just near the end of their rationing and waiting for the crops to start coming in, 'course some crops were trampled in the battle.) Zanderallen does some more summing up for the crowd. Ohen offers some encouragement to Malici and then asks where his father might be. Delia tries to blend into the tabletop. I need to mapquest that wedding location eventually Sid is enthralled with Ellie. _____________________
Malici shouts at the retreating messenger in Draconic, Highlight to display spoiler: {"A ruler should be thankful and grateful in personal meaningful ways, to throw money as a reward cheapens the endeavor."} He slaps his hand on the table for emphasis. If you understand Draconic Highlight to display spoiler: {you also realize he's slurring his words a bit.} Perception 20 anyone Highlight to display spoiler: {You realize he's on his 5th glass of Ol' Chaotic Neutral, but he's eaten only half of what any one of you has.}
The gold coin hits the messenger in the back and then pings to the floor. She turns and glances down at the coin and then back at you. You can tell her cheeks are getting a bit red, but you're not sure what emotion is striving to win out. But a gold coin is a gold coin, she quickly scoops it up and then darts out of the Giggling Ghost. The crowd erupts into laughter. You hear, "Serves the little Lickspittle right." And someone else says, "Imagine working for that Cockalorum." Someone else says, "I wouldn't call him that, he's more a Snollygoster."
Happy turns to Ohen, "Who's your da'?" Then he lets out a great laugh and slaps his belly. "If he's not up on the merchant level somewhere, he's off looking for a new trade deal."
The crowd disperses now that they have had a bit of information and a bit of entertainment. Several people give you thumps on the back or shoulder as they file out. Pepper looks at Zanderallen and everyone at the table can hear her eyes go 'Splink' 'Splink' as she bats them at him. The more perceptive of you....Perception 20 Highlight to display spoiler: {You can see she has her notebook and magical quill out.}
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) d20+16=23 ; d20+16=17 ; Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 7:56:06 AM
Stohp notes Malici's inebriation. "You might want to slow down or you'll be fighting the last group with a spitting headache." she points out.
Stock (JonM) HP: 105/125; AC: 28/25/16; DR 2/-; CMD: 31; Rage: 2/28 used d20+17=19 ; d20+17=33 ; Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 9:43:38 AM
Stock enjoys the company and just relaxing. So much so that the only thing he notes is Ms. Plate dutifully taking notes. "...and you see Pepper, it feels like we've been taking to the air more and more lately. You ever fly? Maybe Ohen or Malici could make you fly one day..." He proceeds to relate a painfully detailed account of both encounters where a portion of Malici's amulet was won. The details he tends to focus on involve blood and injuries for the most part.
"...and so this here red mark on my forearm is the healing burns from a fireball spell...I think Micah healed that one. It seems like he always has to heal me...but I'm sure that's juts on account of my own personal bias in the situation. I'm sure he heals all of the rest of these heroes just as often..."
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+14=15 ; Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 11:03:45 AM
Bartomus was really focused on the food and the good amber mead. He didn't even notice all that much Pepper googly eyeing Zander. It was really good mead, and good food, and it didn't involve attacking plant things or dragons or anything. It was just really good mead.
"Hey, any chance I could go grab a couple more healing potions and also maybe some more acorns as those were kinda nice to have? Might need some more sling bullets too? Oh, have you all tasted Happy's honey mead? Really a good batch here Happy!" ===== Instead of taking a 10, I rolled and got a 1 - so it's really, really good mead you all.
Embarrassed by his treatment of the servant, Micah stays quiet the rest of the evening.
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc d20+15=29 ; d20+15=20 ; Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 5:56:45 PM
To Happy "Ha, story of my life, I'll go find him later."
To Stock and Pepper "Why yes, I'm sure we could give her a first hand demonstration of flying. I'd recommend me instead of Malici, he seems a little tipsy, and might cast the wrong spell on accident. Wouldn't want him to cast Natasha's Damsel Catapult or anything." Ohen will smile mischieviously.
Zanderallen 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft d20+7=21 ; d20+7=9 ; Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 6:15:27 PM
Zanderallen pushes back from the table, hoping Malici's comments aren't understood. Picking up on the not so subtle hints and wanting to escape the flood of peanut gallery comments from his companions Zanderallen requests a basket of light refreshments from Happy and gets up to leave. "somebody better make sure Malici makes it home. I have to go give an account of our actions before I'm brought before the board." He takes the basket in one arm and offers the other arm to Pepper to find somewhere quieter to tell about their adventures. ------- Perception 21, 9
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 27/17/21; CMD 29 Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 7:01:36 PM
She will smile to herself at Stock's detailed account of their adventure and Zanderallen's subsequent concern for Pepper.
Noticing Malici getting absolutely trashed on the Chaotic Neutral, Delia will shake her head, considering trying to stop him or make him eat, but he's a big boy and can make his own poor decisions. However, she will reassure Zander, "I'll make sure he gets to a safe bed, don't worry."
========== Autosucceed against DC 20 perceptions in Urban
DM Robert - "I'm sure he heals all of the rest of these heroes just as often..." Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 8:26:10 PM
Stohp tells Malici to ease up on the booze. Stock fills in some details for Pepper. Bartomus enjoys the honey mead. Micah is silent. Ohen is off to find his father. Zanderallen invites Pepper to a picnic nightcap. Delia reluctantly agrees to keep an eye on Malici. Sid? ___________________________
The party breaks up. Ohen goes off to find that his father is currently away seeking rumors of a lost silk caravan. Not sure if your father has a shop here or if he's more in the lines of a traveling merchant making deals between people or speculating and then delivering the goods.
Bartomus reminds himself that certain things need to be purchased. Unfortunately it's night and some shops are closed. The magical items you will need to head to the catacombs post haste to purchase. That goes for everyone. My plan is to have you back in the forest by Monday.
Zanderallen goes on his picnic and manages to get some space up in the garden. There he tells Pepper the tale of the journey. She eagerly takes notes and has some pointed follow up questions. "Who is this Malici guy. I mean is he a new member of the Shields, I see you've got two new ones with that Ohen guy and the ranger girl Delia? Is he really a half-dragon, wasn't one of those bugbears sorta dragony? That's messed up. What do you think of him? Are you helping him, is he a patron, or what?"
The rest of you I assume are going to head back to Shield Headquarters. Malici will drunkenly inform you he has rooms at the Glow-worm Inn, which you know is on the merchant level. To make matters worse, Malici breaks into what can only be called a drunken song, sung loud, but with gusto and a surprising beat. "I've been the wild rover for manys a year and I spent all my money on whiskey and beer and now I'm returning with gold in great score and I never will play the wild rover no more And it's no nay never (4 claps) no nay never no more (2 claps) will I play the wild rover (1 clap) No never no more (2 claps) I went into an ale house I used to frequent and I told the landlady my money was spent I asked her for credit she answered me nay such a custom as your I can get any day And it's no nay never (4 claps) no nay never no more (2 claps) will I play the wild rover (1 clap) No never no more (2 claps) Then out of my pockets I took sovereigns bright and my landlady's eyes opened wide with delight She said, "I have whiskey and wines of the best!" but the answer I gave her was only in jest And it's no nay never (4 claps) no nay never no more (2 claps) will I play the wild rover (1 clap) No never no more (2 claps)"
Otherwise night will pass uneventfully....
Things that may still need doin' 1-secure transportation back to the forest 2-speak to Belkior? 3-run to the catacombs? 4-shop for normal gear?
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 9:06:39 PM
Bartomus awoke from his night of truly delicious mead to discover he had a headache. He also had a strong belief that he needed something from the catacombs but realized that he seemed to still have most of everything he thought he needed. He blamed the mead, but that caused his head to hurt.
He got himself dressed and went looking for some much-needed fruit juice or even water, but only if it could be followed by tea. He thought speaking to the Paragon might be of interest, but suspected he could also save the party time to see about negotiating a sailing back to the forest where they needed to go.
"Hey, were did Malici say we needed to go direction-wise? I can go find us a turtle boat, or another saying ship if need be. I can also visit the oak grove and see what acorns I can add to my kit, just to have them."
===== Head to the docks to book passage back to forest once get some idea from Malici which direction we are needed to head again.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Thursday June 3rd, 2021 8:05:53 AM
Stohp realizes they didn't report to the Paragon and goes to do so (I thought he met us at the docks and we told him everything?)
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Thursday June 3rd, 2021 11:50:53 AM
Micah wants to go to the catacombs, but I may not get a ticket in this week.
Realizing they do not have sufficient time for him to scribe some scrolls he wants before the next journey, Micah heads to the catacombs to buy a few from their stock.
Zanderallen 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Thursday June 3rd, 2021 4:16:39 PM
Zanderallen answers the questions put to him, "Ohen and Delia are adventures who have joined the Shields. The leaders of the various groups causing problems are all linked back to the dragons that used to rule the Crying Woods. As you have guessed they do possess draconic blood. Malici has the same connection but has chosen to reject the more destruction elements of his lineage and came to the Float to help do the right thing. They've all been draw to the area since the events of the lunar festival. Some weird dragon magic. Now as lovely an evening as it is, let me walk you home so I can go get some rest."
With Belkior and transportation being arranged Zander spends the day repairing and prepared his gear to head out again.
Sid (JonM Sub) Thursday June 3rd, 2021 5:13:58 PM
Sid retires early from The Ghost with Ellie, not before saying to Stock, "Hey - keep an eye on Malici. Everybody needs to blow off steam from time to time...and it looks like he's done just that."
He gives a courtly bow to the assembled fans and followers and gracefully skips out of the crowded establishment like only an elf could. As he walks through the doors to the outside, he says to Ellie, " We only have one more piece of Malici's medallion to go. I'm not sure what happens when we collect them all but hopefully it ends up with us stumbling upon a giant dragon's hoard!"
Stock (JonM) HP: 105/125; AC: 28/25/16; Per: +17; Surv: +14; SM: +9 d20+4=18 ; Thursday June 3rd, 2021 5:19:19 PM
As the party begins to wind down Stock bellows out, "Oh you can't be serious! The sun's not even up and we're not leaving today after all!
Hey Stohp! You're a clever one. You got any ideas of how we can get that gold in the hold of the dragonboat back to the lizardfolk? Speaking of which, did we leave a guard watching the boat?"
Stock is up early the next morning, checking out the docks, making sure nobody stole the dragonboat gold, and trying to find a ride for the next leg of the journey. ========= CON check to see how late Stock wants to stay up at the party.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29 Thursday June 3rd, 2021 5:25:03 PM
As the Shields filter out of the Ghost, Delia will drag Malici up to the Merchant level to get him to his room. Once he breaks into song she will roll her eyes, but smile a little, unable to contain her amusement at the oddity of a human half-carrying an extremely drunk, singing drow/dragon down the streets of the Float.
Once Malici is delivered to the Glow worm, she will return to Shield HQ for a much needed rest. Early in the morning, she will go restock on regular arrows and might buy a spyglass.
DM Robert - "You got any ideas of how we can get that gold in the hold of the dragonboat back to the lizardfolk?" Thursday June 3rd, 2021 8:17:00 PM
Bartomus decides to hit the docks first. Stohp (he waved you off at the docks because he was geasing the sorcerer) goes to find the Paragon. Micah goes to the catacombs. Zanderallen sees to his gear. Sid hopes for a dragon horde to be discovered. Stock heads for the docks. Delia makes some plans to buy some gear. Ohen ? ___________________
Stock and Stohp check out the docks. Looks like with the pirates gone the fishing fleet is getting ready to cast off and the turtles are already out making headway on goods undelivered. However, as you watch you note a rickety looking Caravel coming into port. As you watch the ship drops it's lanteen sail and smacks the dock a bit harder than it should. Then a bunch of lizard folk come scrambling out. The other people on the dock don't seem to worried.
Checking the your dragon boat you note that nothing has been disturbed. Then you see the lizard folk start unloaded a lot of wood work goods. You surmise this is just a general trade vessel.
Back at HQ, several members quickly depart for places to purchase needed gear. (Bartomus, Delia, Micah). Leaving Zanderallen alone, to go over his gear. He wonders if Ohen is still sleeping upstairs. There's a quiet knock on the door and Zanderallen finds Malici standing there. "Sorry, I don't seem to remember much beyond dinner. I hope I wasn't too much trouble. Had to take one of my healing potions this morning."
Back at docks, Stock and Stohp note that there are not really any ships available. With the pirates gone everyone is back to getting to work and making up for lost work. However, just then, there appears to be loud shouts and calls coming from over near the customs house. fence level
Oh oh, looks like the Lizard folk have arrived just as some Drow have opened their portal to bring in their trade goods.
Meanwhile back at HQ, while standing in the doorway, Zanderallen hears the tolling of the watch bell. Someone is trying to summon the city guard, alas they still don't come down to the Fence level that much. Sounds like the bell is down by the docks.
Will Ohen wake up?
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) d20+16=23 ; Friday June 4th, 2021 7:47:45 AM
Stohp moves to locate the source of the trouble keeping a sharp eye out (23 perception)
Micah (John) HP: 84/84 AC: 27/12/27 CMD:20 Friday June 4th, 2021 8:27:22 AM
Micah hears the bell. Knowing that the Fence level typically has to fend for itself, he surmises that whoever rang that bell must be desperate. He quickly resolves what he was doing and heads toward the watch bell..
Delia (Hannah) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29; Urban +2 Friday June 4th, 2021 9:29:38 AM
As a previous town guard member, Delia snaps to alertness at the first bell toll, looking around for her squad out of habit. Realizing she no longer needs her squad leader's permission to head down to the Fence level, she drops what she's doing and takes off towards the sound.
Stock (JonM) HP: 105/125; AC: 28/25/16; Per: +17; Surv: +14; SM: +9 d20+17=30 ; Friday June 4th, 2021 10:59:32 AM
Stock walks over to the Lizard folk caravel and scans the crew for anybody he may know and then picks up the pace and heads toward the custom house when he hears the bell.
"Don't stand around looking Stohp, come on!"
========== Perception 30 Lizard folk
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Friday June 4th, 2021 2:49:20 PM
Ohen was enjoying his morning safe back in a somewhat familiar bed, relaxing after the craziness that has been his life since he met the Shields. He was reading a book about the history of the Float before planning to find his father later. He then hears the watch bell. "Hmm that's probably importantant. Oh well this'll probably be more interesting than my book anyway" He will spring up, grab his things, and rush out the door with Zander.
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+14=32 ; Friday June 4th, 2021 2:50:53 PM
Bartomus had wandered down to the docks, having changed his mind about equipment, and was looking about trying to figure out what boats they could rent. Though they had their own boat, they needed a crew and Bartomus tried seeing if he could find a captain to talk to about a new enterprise.
As he worked his way down along the fish market and really looking at the different boats in the wharf, he heard a clanging of the bells. He looked about and headed in the direction everyone was looking.
=========== Down at the Fishmarket, Turtle Taxi end of things Perception 32 when bells start going off. Move in that direction.
Zanderallen 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft Saturday June 5th, 2021 12:13:06 AM
Zanderallen grins at the abashed Malici, motioning him inside. "Nothing too embarrassing, although I did hear you're an accomplished singer." When the bell starts tolling he starts running to check on Ohen, meeting the soceror halfway down the stairs he calls to Malici, "Sounds like trouble, we're going to see what's up." Not waiting for a response he starts a steady jog towards where the alarm is being sounded.
DM Robert - "Don't stand around looking Stohp, come on!" Saturday June 5th, 2021 11:27:20 AM
Stohp looks around for the source of trouble. Micah runs toward the bell sound. Delia runs toward the bell sound. Stock heads for the custom's house. Ohen rushes out the door. Bartomus heads toward the bell sound. Zanderallen rushes out of the house toward the Bell sound. Sid follows suit. _______________
Malici follows Zanderallen and Ohen.
Those first on scene can see that the Lizard Folk from the rickety looking Caravel, are near the front of the customs house, goods set down willy nilly upon the street. Also gathered there are several well dressed (but not noble well dressed) Drow with their goods stacked neatly along the street. Both the Lizard Folk and the Drow appear to be yelling at each other, with much shaking of fists and barring of teeth. The custom's official stands at his storefront, looking anxious and scared as what appears to be the leader of the Lizard Folk and Drow stand nearby shouting at him. The bell ringing is located on one end of the Custom house and is being desperately rung by what appears to be one of the workers of the house.
Those that understand Draconic can hear the Lizard Folk hurling fairly nasty slurs about Drow parentage, born traitors, instigators of war, lying, cheating, scum, etc.
Those that understand UnderWoldian can hear the Drow hurling fairly nasty slurs about Lizard Folk hygiene, born traitors, instigators of war, lying, cheating, scum, etc.
From way back at the end of the line, since that's where you are in the scheme of things, since the Lizard Folk and Drow are occupying the street with their bodies and goods, you can't make out what the two 'leaders' are shouting at the customs official, but both leaders point fingers at each other, at the different groups, at each other, at the customs official, back at each other, and then back toward their own groups.
Bartomus(Rod) Fly - 70' HP: 66/76 AC 19; CMD 20 Melee +8;Perc+14;Heal+9 d8+1 d20+26=37 ; Saturday June 5th, 2021 11:36:25 PM
Bartomus watched all of it and decided to boost his efforts and started dashing towards the customs house. He realized he would be needing a boost to try to make his point, or any point.
He got to the outer circle and calculated the distance to the leaders and the customs agent. When he got close enough, he faded out of sight and dashed right up to the three of them.
He reappeared next to the two leaders and put his hands on each of their shoulders
Oh, my friends, it's so wonderful to see you and I am so glad that you are here to visit the Shields who did so much to help you all. Obviously, you are asking this poor official of the Float where to find our headquarters and where to store your goods? Right?" ==== Fade away to dash Cast Glibness - +20 Bluff +6 = 37 magic saves against 26
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 75//82 hp AC: 25/15/21 CMB: +13 (17 Grapple, 15 Trip, 17 Disarm) CMD: 22 (+4 vs grapple,+2 disarm) Sunday June 6th, 2021 9:59:33 PM
Stohp comes behind Bart and eyes the group. She speaks both languages and it's obvious that both are upset. What's not so obvious is if anyone is understanding anyone else. She provides translation as needed to try to calm the dispute.
Stock (JonM) HP: 105/125; AC: 28/25/16; Per: +17; Surv: +14; SM: +9 Monday June 7th, 2021 2:59:18 PM
When he fails to see any bloodshed, Stock gets bored. He waves over the others as they round the corner and calms the rising tension among his colleagues. "Don't worry - Stohp and Bart seem to have it handled. Some kind of civilized trade dispute." He notices that his flail had sprung into his hand and was dropping sparks on the ground. He smiles sheepishly and hooks it into his belt loop.
Delia (Sub by JonM) HP: 87/87; AC 23/16/18; CMD 29; Urban +2 d20+19=37 ; Monday June 7th, 2021 3:06:37 PM
Delia slows down once she sees Stock and hears his story. She shakes her head as she approaches the ruckus and takes a long look at the two sides looking for weapons and any troublemakers in their midst. If she sees anything troubling, she will make sure to move into a location where she has an unobstructed shot and casually watch the confrontation.
===== Perception 37
Sid (JonM Sub) d20+1=12 ; Monday June 7th, 2021 3:13:04 PM
Sid moves past Stock and joins the conversation. He also understands both languages and blanches at the talk.
"I really don't think there's cause for that kind of talk - there is a big enough market here for all of your goods. Let the customs man do his job and I'm sure everything will be fine..."
He then turns to the lizardfolk - "Oh and by the way, have you seen or heard from Cactusflower or Elderberry lately? We had the fortune of getting even with a certain piratical menace your village may have known. The Silver Shields would like to share the good news!
He is switching languages between common, underwoldian and draconic so quickly, he's only mostly sure he addresses everybody in the correct language.
========== Diplomacy 12
Zanderallen 119/119 AC: 29 T: 13 FF: 28 CMD: 24 Fly 70ft d20+21=40 Monday June 7th, 2021 3:33:07 PM
Marching up to the commotion Zanderallen sizes up the situation and gets a pretty good grasp of what's going on. Even if he only understands one side of the conversation, he guesses it's a fairly mirrored argument from body language and tone. He grabs Malici about the shoulders and whispers in his ear, "I'm really sorry about this friend but there's tension needs clearing and you're going to be a big help in clearing it." He then marches Malici into the middle of the discussion, staring down any who look at him. He speaks to both groups in Common, "What's the meaning of all of this? Since when did anger and judgements rule our dealings with each other? Are a few troublemakers moving into the area all it takes to break down our friendships? You should all be ashamed of yourselves, causing a scene like this in the middle of the street. Oh, by the way have you met our newest friend Malici? He's helping track down the troublemakers." With that Zanderallen stands there, staring down the crowd, daring anyone to point a finger at Malici. ------------------------------ Diplomacy 40
Ohen Kuldrven (Jacob H) HP: 83/83, AC: 24(16T, 22 I, 20F, 20CMD); Permanent: Arcane Sight(120'), Darkvision(60'), See Invis, Perc Monday June 7th, 2021 5:10:35 PM
Ohen will hang back and wait to see how everyone reacts to Zander.
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