Brom the Barbarian: AC 35 (33 rage), Touch AC 16 (14 rage), CMD 47 (51 rage), HP 291 (371 rage), DR 5/- (8/- raged); d20+18=21 ; d20+31=41 ; Thursday May 27th, 2021 7:59:52 AM
Brom notices the wind change as well. He remains quiet and lets those familiar with the village and its people do the talking.
Survival DC 21, Perception DC 41
Emrys Myrridanmyl, Stephen F. ac22 hp136/170. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Charming, Contingency: BoL. Bless, Spectral Hand, True Seeing, Planar Ada d20+17=25 ; d20+28=40 ; Thursday May 27th, 2021 12:33:48 PM
(Survival: 25)
Emrys also knows which way the breeze is blowing. He hopes the others get the hint of what that means.
He then realizes he is still disguised as a gardener and understands how this could be insulting to someone's intelligence. He immediately deactivates his circlet of persuasion and disguise, steps forward next to Barratore and presents himself to the Lord and the townspeople.
(Diplomacy: 40)
"Greetings Lord Malgard. Emrys Myrridanmyl at your service. It is nice to finally meet you. You have a fine community here. We felt most welcome when we first arrived and had an excellent stay. Please forgive your good Meistersinger, we did not announce our visit."
Emrys then mentally tells his friends, 'Maybe it would be wise to present yourselves. To remain invisible would be insulting to the Darklord's intelligence, especially after revealing that he knows you're here.'
The Darklord says "Hi" (DM John) Thursday May 27th, 2021 3:08:47 PM
Edson affirms that the Keystone is first priority. He stealthily moves to the side. Barratore informs the others of the wind change. He then diplomatically addresses the Darklord. Lanliss agrees with Velarin’s plan and makes himself ready. Tishe’ attempts to gauge the attitudes of key individuals. Malghard the Darklord, seems wary but interested. Abelord is very clearly terrified, in all likelihood, of the Darklord. Manfrit seems a bit confused. Velarin remains wary and prepares contingency plans. Brom does not miss the wind change and allows those who have been here before to the lead. Emrys attempts diplomacy and encourages the others to end their invisibility.
The cloud cover is the same as it was the last time the Keepers were here. The distant thunder of storms continue to provide an auditory backdrop to the scene. Barratore approaches the Darklord and explains, "We were joined by a companion after leaving here and as we were not expecting him, there was no way for Abelard to have known."
Malghard inclines his head. Without looking away from Barratore, he responds, “Well. It is reassuring to hear that my Meistersinger is not entirely incompetent.” He does not sound reassured.
"We are unfortunately in some haste to return to our homelands and do not wish to be a burden, but it would have been rude to simply have stepped back into the mist once we saw such a welcome to our arrival," continues the minotaur.
“No burden. As lord of this demesne it is my duty and honor to extend hospitality to notable visitors, especially ones who, shall we say, have made an impression upon the very fabric of this realm.”
Emrys intervenes, adding to Barratore’s diplomatic approach, "Greetings Lord Malgard. Emrys Myrridanmyl at your service. It is nice to finally meet you. You have a fine community here. We felt most welcome when we first arrived and had an excellent stay. Please forgive your good Meistersinger, we did not announce our visit."
“Why thank you, Herr Myrridanmyl. It is pleasant to encounter one with both power and manners.” After a moment's pause, Malghard continues, “ Your bodyguard mentioned that you are in a hurry. Therefore, I will not detain you unnecessarily with a fete or other time consuming social observance. However, would you indulge my curiosity by sharing what you just did? Whatever it was, its impact was felt even here. ”
The Keepers suddenly realize they are no longer within the town square. It appears that, without any indication of him doing so, Malgard created a pocket plane within the plane of Prohovia, shifting only himself and the Keepers within it.
“Your secret is safe with me,” he adds.
================ Invisible: Edson, Lanliss, and Velarin Appear to be gardeners: all but Brom.
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Thursday May 27th, 2021 7:08:37 PM
V watches the exchange carefully, unsure of what is to come until the pocket dimension is created with a thought.
“Interesting” says V mentally, as he dismisses his own invisibility, but leaves Lanliss’ in place. Before responding to the dark lord, V quickly mentions to the others “perhaps each land and or dark lord is a reflection of the other. As this land had wolves and death, it also had peace and happiness.” V briefly has a glimmer of hope that dark lord Edson will be able to fashion his realm in his own image, and not the other way around.
V looks toward the dark lord. “Greetings Lord Malgard, I am Velarin Xilontheel. I apologize for most of our deceptive measures, but we wish to leave this realm as quickly and as quietly as possible. Perhaps I can answer your question. My friends and I have destroyed a machine that created disease within the lands. It caused disease and plague in everyone and everything associated with it. A machine who’s only purpose was to corrupt and rot. It was intended to do the same to every land in every realm.”
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 31(T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 128/128 INVISIBLE Thursday May 27th, 2021 9:35:25 PM
Edson continues waiting, still invisible. He watched and listened as Velarin shared what happened, but didn't want to add any more info.
(Dan K) AC: 45 (T 31 FF 35), CMD:45; HP: 226/260 Barratore Steelwind Thursday May 27th, 2021 10:09:52 PM
Barratore raises an eyebrow at being labelled a bodyguard, but there was no gain to be made in correcting the lord. With Emrys taking the lead, Barratore remains silent. The shift in location does put him off however, he was not expecting such power to be at this beings command. Now the master of the realm was being far more direct.
V speaks up and Barratore mentally nods his agreement. The far smarter people were talking now and he was happy to take a back seat to what could be a mental chess game, a game he was woefully outmatched in by present company.
At Emrys' suggestion he tries to dismiss the Veil spell
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) d20+26=43 ; d20+10=23 ; Friday May 28th, 2021 2:06:18 AM
Tishe’ also nods, she was about to say the same as Velarin, and she is happy he is taking the lead. She dismisses her Viel spell on the Keepers, returning them to their true images. “Many Shadows”, she inclines her head politely, “I am Tishe’. Forgive me if we seem guarded, but even in your realm, are we not still in Koshe Marr? How safe are any secrets or any life when they are held in the palm of the Diseased One?”
The sorceress continues to be wary.
Perception. 43 Sense Motive 23
Emrys Myrridanmyl, Stephen F. ac22 hp136/170. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Charming, Contingency: BoL. Bless, Spectral Hand, True Seeing, Planar Ada Friday May 28th, 2021 10:41:46 AM
Emrys also nods with Velarin's account. "I don't wish to invoke his name, but I would assume you know who we are talking about."
Interview with a Werewolf (DM John) Friday May 28th, 2021 11:45:07 AM
Velarin cancels only his own invisibility and considers the implications of what he just observed with this darklord. He then answers Malghard’s question. Edson observes, while remaining invisible. Barratore reacts to being called a bodyguard, but only subtly. He allows the others to do the talking. Tishe’ dismisses the veil spell, restoring them to their normal appearance. She introduces herself and comments on the Diseased One. Emrys supports Velarin’s account and implies the darklord knows who they are talking about. Lanliss and Brom remain wary.
Velarin addresses the Darklord, “Greetings Lord Malgard, I am Velarin Xilontheel. I apologize for most of our deceptive measures, but we wish to leave this realm as quickly and as quietly as possible. Perhaps I can answer your question. My friends and I have destroyed a machine that created disease within the lands. It caused disease and plague in everyone and everything associated with it. A machine whose only purpose was to corrupt and rot. It was intended to do the same to every land in every realm.”
As Velarin tells this, Malghard tilts his head slightly, a gesture canine in nature. “Impressive. And I assume you are fleeing the owner of this device. Thus, the desire for haste. ”
Emrys adds, "I don't wish to invoke his name, but I would assume you know who we are talking about."
“Him?” he asks, obviously surprised or confused, “I assumed it must have been Izzozentia’s machine you destroyed as she does have a strange obsession with diseases. If not hers, then whose machine did you destroy? ”
Tishe’ further adds, Forgive me if we seem guarded, but even in your realm, are we not still in Koshe Marr? How safe are any secrets or any life when they are held in the palm of the Diseased One?”
He nods in answer to the first question, but appears puzzled by the second one. “The Diseased One? The machine was his and not Izzozentia’s? You mean to tell me that he has a realm within Koshe’ Marr?
“I dare say you are mistaken. The Powers are the overlords of Koshe’ Marr with Darklords ruling the individual demesnes such as I do here in Prohovia.”
“Please, tell me more. But first, perhaps we could use a scholar’s perspective.” He turns slightly and calls, “Manfrit, please join us for a private conversation.” The Keepers note a slight flicker in their surroundings, momentarily the blur around them coalesces into the street and the crowd filling it before returning to the substanceless gray they were in. They quickly realize that Manfrit, the halfling member of the Sage’s Guild they met before, has now joined them.
Manfrit looks around, a bit surprised. After a moment, however, he recovers, a broad grin spreading across his chubby face. “Ahh, you were disguised. You succeeded! Welcome back.” He then appears to realize the current situation and turns to the Darklord. “As always, it is a pleasure to visit with you, Malghard. Thank you for including me in this...private gathering.” He waits silently, obviously curious.
================ Invisible: Edson and Lanliss Appear to be gardeners: no one here.
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 36 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP:220/220 Extra Hp Temporary 63/100 Friday May 28th, 2021 7:46:56 PM
Lanliss remains invisible for the time being, unless instructed otherwise by the others.
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) Saturday May 29th, 2021 2:17:56 PM
“Him”, repeats Tishe’, “and you are doing nothing other than fishing for information. Help us, Sieur, or stand aside and let us pass! For we will save the Wold with your help or in your despite!”
Tishe’ is done with this charade and the whole mission. They need to be done.
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Monday May 31st, 2021 11:03:54 AM
Taking a cue from tishe', V tries to move things along.
"I will answer your question Malghard, and perhaps even offer you a little more to think upon, but then we need to be on our way. Yes indeed, the diseased one has a realm within these lands, and if the powers you are referring to, are the ones controlling the fog and the transportation between realms, then they appear to answer to him, but not so much at the same time. They allowed us to go to his realm, knowing what we were going to do, and exacted a heavy price from us for knowing he would be displeased if we succeeded. They reasoned that they were simply helping him to test his defenses. His realm was full of nothing but disease and death. Everything was poisonous and infected."
"Your questions have been answered, and it is time for us to be on our way Lord Malghard."
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 31(T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 128/128 INVISIBLE Monday May 31st, 2021 12:51:05 PM
Edson nervously shifts from foot to foot. He's waiting for either a fight or another attempt to leave, and maybe he wont make the trip this time.
DM Steve -- 5/31 -- I will answer your question, Malghard. Tuesday June 1st, 2021 12:21:19 AM Velarin tries to move things along. Tishe’ grows impatient with their current host. Lanliss remains invisible. Edson grows nervous. Emrys, Brom, and Barratore watch and wait.
Velarin answers, "I will answer your question Malghard, and perhaps even offer you a little more to think upon, but then we need to be on our way. Yes indeed, the diseased one has a realm within these lands, and if the powers you are referring to, are the ones controlling the fog and the transportation between realms, then they appear to answer to him, but not so much at the same time. They allowed us to go to his realm, knowing what we were going to do, and exacted a heavy price from us for knowing he would be displeased if we succeeded. They reasoned that they were simply helping him to test his defenses. His realm was full of nothing but disease and death. Everything was poisonous and infected. Your questions have been answered, and it is time for us to be on our way Lord Malghard."
“Enough!” Malghard snaps. “You make an extraordinary claim, and I will need an extraordinary proof. Indeed, there can be only one place you are looking for if you came here with a tale like that, and you will not find it until I am satisfied that you speak truly. Manfrit, what did they tell you of this when they were here?”
“Only that the Gods of Testing fell, my lord,” Manfrit squeaks out. “When they gave me news of the Wold. They were mostly interested in moving on, sir, looking for their companion who we can clearly see they found.”
Malghard breathes in a heavy sigh before saying, “I can smell the lie, Manfrit. What are you holding back?”
(Dan K) AC: 45 (T 31 FF 35), CMD:45; HP: 226/260 Barratore Steelwind Tuesday June 1st, 2021 8:25:20 AM
Barratore before Manfrit can reply, "We only came here based as it was a clear path form the current pursuit we were facing. From here, we had planned to simply move on to our gate and be gone and possibly see if Manfrit wished to come with us. But make no mistake we are leaving and your satisfaction is not required." Barratore rests his hand upon his blade and mentally prepares himself for the negotiations to get more aggressive
Affects DR 5/- Fighter ability Stoneskin 135/150 DR Adamantine- V Resist Fire - Ignore first 30 Fire damage per hit. Emrys Resist Energy (Acid) on Barratorre. 200 minutes. Ignore first 30 acid damage per hit. Planar Adaption - Emrys Hide From Undead - Emrys
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Tuesday June 1st, 2021 8:47:44 AM
"We have told you no lies Malghard. All is as I have said."
V waits to see his response, and depending upon it... Barratore's.
True seeing, 20 minutes Greater Invisibility, 20 rounds Hide from undead: 200 minutes(from Emrys) fly: extended fly via spell Planar adaptation: (from Emrys) Contingency: Break enchantment activated when affected by mind or body control spells Bless(permanent) Holy Aura - Emrys 22/25 rounds: SR 25, immune mind affecting spells/possession, Evil must make Fort DC 31 or be blind if evil strikes
SR 18, total to overcome SR is 1d20+26, rolling 2X for best roll. Spell DC 21+ 1st: Prot from evil X2, Magic missile X6-cx2, 2nd: Invisibility X8-cx7 3rd: Haste X2-cx1, fly X3-cx1, Displacement-c, Fireball, Lightning bolt-c 4th: Dim Door X3, Greater Invis.X2-cx1, Stoneskin-c, Black tentacles 5th: Teleport X2-cx1, Empowered fireball, Wall of force X2-cx2, Passwall X2 6th: Chain lightning, Greater dispel magic X2-cx1, Disintegrate X2-cx1, wall force-c, True seeing-cx1 7th: Plane Shift-c, grtr teleport X2-cx2, Mage's mansion, Limited Wish, Summon 7-c1, mass Invis. 8th: empower chain lightningX3-cx2, greater Prying eyes-cx1, Maze, Summon 8-c 9th: Meteor Swarm, Wish X2-cx1, Quickened empowered fireball, Time Stop-c, Crushing hand-c
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) Tuesday June 1st, 2021 12:07:41 PM
Tishe’ reviews in her mind what took place the rainy night in Manfrit’s quarters. That the Halfling had been here for about 5 years, that he probably knew the mission to regain the companion was a lie, but don’t the Keepers have a companion here in the form of Brom? And that Velarin has already told him of the machine and the breaking thereof by the Keepers. So what does Malghard want?
She mentally tries to slow Barratorre’s shuttle. “We want to go, but don’t know where. He claims he knows. If we keep jumping from realm to realm we will definitely lose. We need to take a chance.”
The Fateweaver tries a new pattern. “You say you know what we are looking for, which we want. You say you want to know more. So, Sieur Malghard, what is your proposal to exchange this information. You tell us and I tell you, no strings attached.”
Emrys Myrridanmyl, Stephen F. ac22 hp136/170. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Charming, Contingency: BoL. Bless, Spectral Hand, True Seeing, Planar Ada Tuesday June 1st, 2021 2:04:13 PM
"Possibly we can you show you the proof you need." Emrys removes a large black onyx, the size of his fist, from his side pouch. "Maybe the Unerring Eye* can pierce the veil and show us what we need. We can scry that soft spoken fellow that Tishe incased in a sphere. I remember that troublesome dwarf said his name. Or is there anyone else that would reveal the truth better?"
(*Spherical black onyx as large as a fist. The gem acts as a crystal ball with telepathy and true seeing. The activation time is one minute, not one hour. Once per day, the target only saves vs the scrying if a natural 20 is rolled (usually a target resists the magic with a DC20 will save.) Also, the orb can pierce the Divine Veil currently shielding the Party.)
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 31(T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 128/128 INVISIBLE Tuesday June 1st, 2021 3:35:59 PM
Edson asks mentally.. " Should we tell him we made a deal with the testing powers. Me for the gem. Maybe if he knows there are powers bigger than us involved, he'll be more inclined to listen and let us move on.
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 36 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP:220/220 Extra Hp Temporary 63/100 Tuesday June 1st, 2021 8:35:02 PM
Lanliss keeps himself invisible and doesn't intervene for now.
Brom the Barbarian: AC 35 (33 rage), Touch AC 16 (14 rage), CMD 47 (51 rage), HP 291 (371 rage), DR 5/- (8/- raged); Tuesday June 1st, 2021 9:49:32 PM
The Lord's seems not use to dealing with people who do not bow to his whims. This isn't going to end well...for him.
Tishe speaks and Brom thinks it won't work. This is his kingdom and he doesn't need to bargin for his info. He will refuse us and we will be force to make him.
This will end in a fight. Brom is has seen this play out before with nobles before.
OOC: Sorry for missing so much last week. So many kids activities. Thank goodness this is the last week.
DM Steve -- 6/1 -- Possibly we can you show you the proof you need Tuesday June 1st, 2021 11:45:44 PM Barratore has short words for Malghard. Velarin reiterates what he has already said. Tishe’ tries to figure out what Malghard wants. She offers to exchange information for information. Emrys retrieves a scrying device and suggests there may be a way to find the information Malghard wants. Edson wonders about telling Malghard what they have promised the testing powers. Lanliss stays invisible and quiet. Brom anticipates that this will end in a fight.
“You say you know what we are looking for, which we want. You say you want to know more. So, Sieur Malghard, what is your proposal to exchange this information? You tell us and I tell you, no strings attached.” Tische’ offers.
“Indeed,” Malghard responds. “You claim that Marteus has a realm in Koshe Marr. But the Darklord of each realm is confined to that realm. And the Darklord of each realm is aware when powerful beings enter the realm. You may be formidable, but your wounds did not come from the Diseased One, and he should have been aware of you as soon as you arrived. If, as you say, he has a realm here.” Malghard clearly doubts Marteus has anything to do with whatever the party has done, or any presence in Koshe Marr.
He continues, “I approached you out of curiosity. But now -- well, you seem to have done me some good but your story makes no sense and I want to understand. Convince me that you speak truly, and I will help you. Or do not, and spend your time running from realm to realm in the mists until the Powers that dwell there grow tired of you.”
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 12:29:51 AM
Tishe’ pouts in concentration. Proof? The cube and the keystone would both be highly powerful but not proof of Marteus. The voices in the mists could tell him but Malghard wouldn’t be able to leave his own realm. She thinks to the others, “I have nothing other than my thoughts and memories and...
“We can all tell you what we know under a Detect Lie spell, or Detect Thoughts, not only what we have experienced but have been told by divine powers that had no cause to lie. We also, if you have the ability to loosen the bar on inter dimensional travel, and we your permission, can summon a being that could confirm what we say.”
.... Resist Energy (Acid) on Barratorre. 41/200 minutes. Ignore first 30 damage from every hit. , 20 hours Planar Adaption (from Emrys) Extended Endure Elements Extended Detect Scrying Protection from Fire from Emrys. 98/ 120 hp of immunity.
(Dan K) AC: 45 (T 31 FF 35), CMD:45; HP: 226/260 Barratore Steelwind Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 6:52:14 AM
Barratore feels the best chance here is for Emrys to use the Unerring Eye and show him the palace as it were. "We are special when it comes to Marteus and his attention. But we knew he had a place here, those helping us knew, the voices in the Mist knew and the lich in another realm knew. We went and dealt a blow for the Wold and those within it and it would seem we also dealt a blow for those here across Koshe Marr. The affects you have seen and felt. You also have a choice, believe what we tell you, backed by your own knowledge as the results, or choose willful ignorance."
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 8:37:25 AM
"No Lord Malghard, our wounds were not made by the diseased one, but by the scores of Pit Fiends and Balor's he had guarding his machine and his domain."
"I see no other recourse than to use your spell Emrys. He will not believe anything we say."
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 31(T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 128/128 INVISIBLE Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 10:04:52 AM
Edson is getting annoyed with the questining and the darklords inability to accept their answer. He nervously shifts his feet back and forth.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, Stephen F. ac22 hp136/170. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Charming, Contingency: BoL. Bless, Spectral Hand, True Seeing, Planar Ada d20+12=26 ; Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 7:10:18 PM
“Well I will give the Unerring Eye a try. However when we were in combat with the Diseased One’s minions, the “Shaggy One” mentioned that the realm was on lockdown. Let’s see if the Eye can break through the veil. Thanks to Tishe’s sphere, that poor, diseased and deformed human was the only surviving witness to our handiwork. The dwarven foreman barked his name before things went sideways. I do recall his name and his unfortunate appearance... which helps in the process.” (Intelligence check 26, to remember name).
Emrys then activates the Eye, concentrating on the meek, unfortunate soul that was left behind in the chamber of the machine and keystone. (Using the once per day ability requiring a natural 20 to resist the scry. Casting time: 1 minute.)
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 36 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP:220/220 Extra Hp Temporary 63/100 Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 7:26:43 PM
Lanliss awaits for one of the keepers to do something. 'If only we could just show him and tell him everything' , Lanliss thinks, knowing full well that fighting that darklord wouldn't be easy but they had a fighting chance if it would come to it.
DM Steve -- 6/2 -- He will not believe anything we say. d20=13 ; Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 11:35:58 PM Barratore likes Emrys’es suggestion, and also tells Malghard why he should believe them.
Tishe’ ponders how to prove that Marteus has a realm here, and makes a few suggestions.
Emrys activates the Unerring Eye.
Velarin agrees that Emrys has the best option for convincing Malghard.
Lanliss waits, thinking the darklord would be a difficult opponent.
Edson is growing annoyed.
Brom waits.
Emrys explains, “Well I will give the Unerring Eye a try. However when we were in combat with the Diseased One’s minions, the “Shaggy One” mentioned that the realm was on lockdown. Let’s see if the Eye can break through the veil. Thanks to Tishe’s sphere, that poor, diseased and deformed human was the only surviving witness to our handiwork. The dwarven foreman barked his name before things went sideways. I do recall his name and his unfortunate appearance... which helps in the process.”
Emrys then activates the Eye, concentrating on the meek, unfortunate soul that was left behind in the chamber of the machine and keystone.
A figure appears in the Eye -- human and male, but vaguely unnatural. It is very pale, somewhat sickly, and shows the scars of many tortures. The human is just sitting on the stone floor, the presence of the resilient sphere given away only by its shimmering.
“This is what you want me to see?” Malghard’s reaction is understandable. It is a miserable sight.
Brom the Barbarian: AC 35 (33 rage), Touch AC 16 (14 rage), CMD 47 (51 rage), HP 291 (371 rage), DR 5/- (8/- raged); Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 11:54:11 PM
Brom continues to watch the conversation. He expects the Lord to refuse to believe what he's told and continue to his uncooperative stance.
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) Thursday June 3rd, 2021 12:28:48 AM
Tishe’ looks and blinks and looks again. “I don’t understand”, she says aloud, “the sphere should have only worked for 20 minutes. We ourselves have been travelling so long that my spells I did after the sphere have expired.” She shakes her head, they have known time works differently in Koshe Marr, but she didn’t know it was different between the realms.
“Frankly, Lord Malghard, I was expecting him to be being under the Question by the minions of the Tester. And don’t let the ‘poor soul’ act fool you, you can see the Tests he himself willingly put himself like any Diseased devotee.”
“The Sages of the Wold gather knowledge from all corners. It is their library that tells of Koshe Marr as the creation of Marteus. And how Dark Lords are just trapped minions of the Diseased One as much as the victims that wander into thier realms.” She looks at the Halfling, Manfrit the Sage, who helped the Keeepers before. “You know what I’m saying is true.”
... Resist Energy (Acid) on Barratorre. 41/200 minutes. Ignore first 30 damage from every hit. , 20 hours Planar Adaption (from Emrys) Extended Endure Elements Extended Detect Scrying Protection from Fire from Emrys. 98/ 120 hp of immunity.
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Thursday June 3rd, 2021 8:19:36 AM
V keeps a firm hand on the arm of Lanliss, ready to attempt to use the cube to get him out of here if things go sideways, which they seem likely to do in short order.
"What is it that we can tell you or show you to prove the truth of what we say Lord Malghard? If it's not something that can happen quickly, things may need to come to a different resolution."
"Perhaps this may help prove our story. In being allowed access to the realm of the diseased one, one of us was required by the powers to agree to remain in these realms, and become a dark lord. If you know all there is to know about dark lords, I'm sure you could confirm this somehow. The fact that another whom is a present or future dark lord stands with us in your realm should be something that you can verify. Either way, we will be leaving shortly, one way or another."
Emrys Myrridanmyl, Stephen F. ac22 hp136/170. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Charming, Contingency: BoL. Bless, Spectral Hand, True Seeing, Planar Ada Thursday June 3rd, 2021 2:50:46 PM
"I can question him telepathically and he can answer our questions. He can confirm to us who his master is and where he is at. I also assumed that the sphere that Tishe had cast had run its course. I was preparing to suggest that he walked over to the machine and we could observe what he sees."
(ooc: I was assuming that we would be able to hear him through the crystal ball (Unerring Eye) as well. Im not sure.)
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 36 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP:220/220 Extra Hp Temporary 63/100 Thursday June 3rd, 2021 3:45:30 PM
Lanliss still keeps quiet.
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 36 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP:220/220 Extra Hp Temporary 63/100 Thursday June 3rd, 2021 7:26:50 PM
'I hope we are not going to fight', Lanliss thinks to himself. As he keeps quiet. 'We can always run ', he further thinks to himself lost in thought for a few moments.
(Dan K) AC: 45 (T 31 FF 35), CMD:45; HP: 226/260 Barratore Steelwind Thursday June 3rd, 2021 9:57:24 PM
Barratore remains silent, having spoken his piece on the matter.
DM Steve -- 6/3 -- Don’t let the ‘poor soul’ act fool you Thursday June 3rd, 2021 11:51:49 PM Tishe’ is surprised the sphere is still there, and points out that Manfrit should know Marteus created Koshe Marr. Lanliss keeps quiet and thinks. Barratore has already said what he has to say. Velarin prepares to help Lanliss escape if necessary. Brom watches, still expecting trouble convincing Malghard. Emrys offers to question the fellow they are scrying. Emrys remembers that scrying allows one to hear the subject as well as see them. Some spells will work through the crystal, too. Edson blends into the background.
Tishe’ looks and blinks and looks again. “I don’t understand”, she says aloud, “the sphere should have only worked for 20 minutes. We ourselves have been travelling so long that my spells I did after the sphere have expired. Frankly, Lord Malghard, I was expecting him to be being under the Question by the minions of the Tester. And don’t let the ‘poor soul’ act fool you, you can see the Tests he himself willingly put himself like any Diseased devotee.”
“The Sages of the Wold gather knowledge from all corners. It is their library that tells of Koshe Marr as the creation of Marteus. And how Dark Lords are just trapped minions of the Diseased One as much as the victims that wander into thier realms.” She looks at the Halfling, Manfrit the Sage, who helped the Keepers before. “You know what I’m saying is true.”
Manfrit looks embarrassed, but just says, “It never came up.”
V asks, "What is it that we can tell you or show you to prove the truth of what we say Lord Malghard? If it's not something that can happen quickly, things may need to come to a different resolution. Perhaps this may help prove our story. In being allowed access to the realm of the diseased one, one of us was required by the powers to agree to remain in these realms, and become a dark lord. If you know all there is to know about dark lords, I'm sure you could confirm this somehow. The fact that another whom is a present or future dark lord stands with us in your realm should be something that you can verify. Either way, we will be leaving shortly, one way or another."
Malghard answers, “If one of you bargained with the powers, then know that they are deceitful. If you are sure of the letter and spirit of your agreement, you are likely to have overlooked something.”
Emrys says, "I can question him telepathically and he can answer our questions. He can confirm to us who his master is and where he is at. I also assumed that the sphere that Tishe had cast had run its course. I was preparing to suggest that he walked over to the machine and we could observe what he sees."
“Can I question him telepathically?” Malghard asks.
Manfrit studies the figure in the crystal as well as he can.
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) Friday June 4th, 2021 3:02:43 AM
Tishe’ awaits the end game of the Eye gambit.
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Friday June 4th, 2021 8:13:09 AM
V waits on Emrys' response, and a resolution to the matter.
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 31(T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 128/128 INVISIBLE Friday June 4th, 2021 11:22:14 AM
Edson just stands, absently blinking. He keeps an eye on the whole situation, still nervous it is going to turn bad sooner than later.
(Dan K) AC: 45 (T 31 FF 35), CMD:45; HP: 226/260 Barratore Steelwind Friday June 4th, 2021 12:29:10 PM
The Eye and what it can do is outside, way outside of Barratore's area of expertise and so he keeps quiet. The knowledge that the voices of the Mist can't be trusted is hardly noteworthy, like pointing out that centaurs are full of self importance or that liontaurs are easily distracted by shiny things. It does prompt a question for him though,
"Edson, what precisely did you agree to, because after solving this, we need to solve that."
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 36 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP:220/220 Extra Hp Temporary 63/100 Friday June 4th, 2021 8:22:57 PM
"Edson, what were exactly the conditions that you agreed to ?", Lanliss asks Edson Telepathically. "Was there anything.....open ended or....strange?", he furthers asks Edson.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, Stephen F. ac22 hp136/170. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Charming, Contingency: BoL. Bless, Spectral Hand, True Seeing, Planar Ada Friday June 4th, 2021 9:15:43 PM
When Malghard requests an attempt to speak telepathically through the Eye, Emrys isn't sure if it would work. "You can certainly give it a try, no one else has ever done so. It's for your benefit after all. Since the Eye is attuned to me, the connection would be severed once it leaves my hands. So place your hand upon the Eye and give it a try. If it doesn't work, I can be your Inquisitor."
Emrys holds up the Eye to Malghard, with his hands cradling the dark, polished sphere.
Brom the Barbarian: AC 35 (33 rage), Touch AC 16 (14 rage), CMD 47 (51 rage), HP 291 (371 rage), DR 5/- (8/- raged); Saturday June 5th, 2021 8:01:40 AM
Brom continues to watch. He doesn't know all that happened during his travels, but he trusts his friends and stands ready to fight for them.
DM Steve -- 6/5 -- Was there anything.....open ended or....strange? d3=2 ; Saturday June 5th, 2021 2:01:41 PM Barratore keeps quiet, mentally asking Edson what he agreed to. Brom watches, placing his faith in his friends. Edson stands, nervous that the situation will turn bad. Emrys holds up the Eye to Malghard, making no promises that it will work. Lanliss, like Barratore, wants to know what Edson said to the powers. Tishe’ waits to see what Emrys does. Velarin waits on Emrys’ response.
When Malghard requests an attempt to speak telepathically through the Eye, Emrys isn't sure if it would work. "You can certainly give it a try, no one else has ever done so. It's for your benefit after all. Since the Eye is attuned to me, the connection would be severed once it leaves my hands. So place your hand upon the Eye and give it a try. If it doesn't work, I can be your Inquisitor." Emrys holds up the Eye to Malghard, with his hands cradling the dark, polished sphere.
Malghard touches the crystal and concentrates briefly before saying, “Very well. You will be my inquisitor. Manfrit, what do you recommend we ask in order to determine the truth of what these folks have said?”
The question surprises Manfrit, who apparently did not expect to be involved. “Well, lord, I suppose you should ask him whether he witnessed the destruction of a machine important to his master. I do not see how a miserable creature like this would understand whether he is in Koshe Marr.”
Malghard frowns, and opens the question up to the party -- what does each of them advise that he ask?
Sense Motive DC 30 Highlight to display spoiler: {Malghard is, of course, more interested in what you have to say than in the figure in the Eye.}
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) Saturday June 5th, 2021 4:09:26 PM
Tishe’ gives the question serious thought. “Sieur Malghard, the magic will last long enough to ask all the questions, there is no need to limit yourself. First, I recommend you ask who he is and what is his position. He may be more prominent than he appears. Then where he is and what was in the chamber of the machine. And ask all the questions my packmates suggest and that of Sieur Manfrit and yourself.”
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 36 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP:220/220 Extra Hp Temporary 63/100 d20+16=23 ; Sunday June 6th, 2021 8:26:05 PM
Lanliss is starting to think that there is something quite strange or weird going on but he just couldn't understand it....or rather he was suspicious of the all thing and didn't understand the Dark lord motive to doing this things. He still keeps quiet, not wanting to reveal his location.
Sense Motive 23
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 31(T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 128/128 INVISIBLE Monday June 7th, 2021 8:20:30 AM
The beings in the mist said something like " If you succeed in your quest, then you will remain in Koshe Marr as the Lord of a new Land. You will create a Land of your imagining, and those who enter will be subject to the tests you devise. Your purpose is to strengthen those who pass your tests. You will reside in your Land, never leaving, forevermore, or until someone comes to challenge and defeat you. You can recruit Woldian mortals through their dreams to invite them to join you, to the limits of your leadership. Those who die in other Lands of Koshe Marr may have the option to be reborn in your land. You shall be a ruler and Lord, and all will bow to you as you test them."
"In exchange, we will place you and your friends at the entrance of the Land of the Palace of the Creator, and you are free of all bond until your quest is over. If you fail your quest, you will have proven that you are not worthy, and you will not become a Lord of Koshe Marr. If you win at your Quest, then you will become a Lord, with absolute power in your Realm."
Emrys Myrridanmyl, Stephen F. ac22 hp136/170. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Charming, Contingency: BoL. Bless, Spectral Hand, True Seeing, Planar Ada Monday June 7th, 2021 9:57:33 AM
Emrys will ask any question the others suggest through the onyx crystal ball. However his tone will be that of an authority figure. Of course, if the deformed man happens to "think" the voice in his head is that of his Lord and master Marteus, then so be it.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, Stephen F. ac22 hp136/170. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Charming, Contingency: BoL. Bless, Spectral Hand, True Seeing, Planar Ada Monday June 7th, 2021 11:31:02 AM
Emrys goes ahead and gets the crystal ball rolling! He uses the telepathy ability of the onyx and mentally asks the unfortunate fellow, in a gruff, accusatory tone, "WHO DO YOU SERVE?!"
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Monday June 7th, 2021 1:35:34 PM
V was about to chime in when Emrys activated the spell and asked the creature a question, so V remains quiet for now to let Malghard do the asking.
(Dan K) AC: 45 (T 31 FF 35), CMD:45; HP: 226/260 Barratore Steelwind Monday June 7th, 2021 3:33:27 PM
Barratore wonders how one challenges a lord of the domains here and what the purpose would be if the lords are as the powers of the mist claimed to Edson, All powerful within their realm. Perhaps if you have the stones to challenge a dark lord, the powers of the Mist put you both in neutral territory. Nothing Edson relays gives the fighter much pause. From what he heard, it was pretty straight forward
What to ask that guy? Barratore did not have any good ideas. The dwarf was the one that called out about the machine and for help to protect it. Barratore recollected that he was just some pitiful creature talking about being tested
"Ask him about the tests." Barratore offers to the dark lord. "Marteus tests through pain and punishment and that one has insight"
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 36 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP:220/220 Extra Hp Temporary 63/100 Monday June 7th, 2021 6:34:35 PM
Lanliss still listens and remains patient.....
He wonders about which Quest Edson got.....
DM Steve -- 6/7 -- There is no need to limit yourself Monday June 7th, 2021 11:30:22 PM Tishe’ seriously considers Malghard’s question, before suggesting that he ask many questions. Barratore has no idea what to ask the human, and ponders how one would challenge the lord of a realm here. "Ask him about the tests," he suggests. Edson ignores Malghard’s question and tells the others what he agreed to in the mist. Lanliss thinks something strange is going on. He stays quiet. Emrys asks a question, trying to convey authority, and is ready to ask those the others suggest. Velarin holds back his suggestion when Emrys goes ahead. Brom is quiet.
Emrys decides his tone will be that of an authority figure. Of course, if the deformed man happens to "think" the voice in his head is that of his Lord and master Marteus, then so be it. He uses the telepathy ability of the onyx and mentally asks the unfortunate fellow, in a gruff, accusatory tone, "WHO DO YOU SERVE?!"
The figure speaks, the response clearly heard through the crystal, “You, of course, lord!”
Malghard chuckles. “The two of you are on the right track,” he indicates Emrys and Barratore, then looks at the spot where Edson stands, “You should learn from them. But stay your other questions -- the thing to ask is, “Worm, if you do not wish genuine punishment, explain to me how you failed this test.””
When Emrys relays this request, the figure in the crystal babbles some explanation. As it seems to wind down, Malghard says, “Simply ask WHAT?.” The unfortunate soul starts a longer stream of explanation designed to show that it does, indeed, know it’s place in the scheme of things. Before it finishes, Malghard says, “Very well. I will have to think on this.”
“Meanwhile, if I put you near a place that can reach your world, can you find it? It will be guarded by werewolves.”
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) Tuesday June 8th, 2021 5:27:08 AM
Tishe’ listens and lets out a sigh that Malghard seems to accept the answers. To the dark lord’s question, the Fateweaver responds, “as long as you do not mind if some are hurt, that would suit us just fine, Sieur.”
(Dan K) AC: 45 (T 31 FF 35), CMD:45; HP: 226/260 Barratore Steelwind Tuesday June 8th, 2021 8:49:49 AM
Barratore looks at Edson, "I've been telling him that for years Malghard."
"And by hurt she means likely killed. If you provide the path, we can locate home."
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Tuesday June 8th, 2021 8:55:41 AM
"We will find it. Good day to you Lord Malghard." V responds, showing the respect and courteousness that Malghard is likely accustomed to.
Telepathically V says to the others, "We will need to move quickly. we need to remove ourselves from these lands with haste. With or without Edson if necessary, but the gem must leave here."
Brom the Barbarian: AC 35 (33 rage), Touch AC 16 (14 rage), CMD 47 (51 rage), HP 291 (371 rage), DR 5/- (8/- raged); Tuesday June 8th, 2021 10:28:47 AM
Brom looks to Edson, "Idiot", he thinks through the link, "but if it's the power you crave, I won't stop you from your goal." He says without looking back to the rogue.
Brom nods in agreement to Barratore's statement.
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 31(T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 128/128 INVISIBLE Tuesday June 8th, 2021 12:03:17 PM
" Idiot?" Edson asks, out loud and not telepathically as he drops his invisibility allowing Brom to see him " Do you think for one second I did this to become a dark lord? Do you think i wanted to waste my eternity testing people. Maybe on your walk about you forgot who I was... but if giving myself to a deal like this secures us saving a single soul... then I'll be an idiot every day of the week. But if you're going to question my motive why.. then we have a bigger problem than some werewolves to deal with. "
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) Tuesday June 8th, 2021 12:09:25 PM
Tishe’ fearfully listens to Edson’s account of his words with the Voices. She can find no loophole, and she puts a comforting hand on the rogue’s forearm in silent support. “You are the best one of us, Sweetie, the first to offer themselves for the salvation of others.”
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 36 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP:220/220 Extra Hp Temporary 63/100 Tuesday June 8th, 2021 8:23:50 PM
Lanliss manages not to make himself visible at the moment unlike Edson. He doesn't say anything and just awaits for the group to start moving.
DM Steve -- 6/8 -- Good day to you Lord Malghard. Tuesday June 8th, 2021 11:02:35 PM Lanliss stays invisible and quiet. Barratore finds himself agreeing with Malghard. He’s ready to go. Brom worries that Edson seeks power. Tishe’ is relieved that Malghard accepts the answers. She is up for hurting werewolves, and supports Edson. Edson is upset with Brom’s disapproval. He reveals himself while making his feeling clear. Velarin respectfully and courteously wishes Malghard well. He worries to the others that they need to hurry. Emrys is quiet.
Malghard acknowledges Velarin with a flourish. “You will not need to kill the werewolves, but you will need to avoid the darklord of the other realm. Find the werewolves before she finds you, and your escape is assured. I cannot place you in her realm, but I can put you where the mists are thin. Just walk straight forward.”
As Malghard finishes saying this, the party find themselves inches away from a wall of mist. Neither Malghard nor Manfrit came with them.
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) Wednesday June 9th, 2021 12:21:21 AM
Tishe’ glances at the others. “She? Must be talking about Izendora. Probably still upset we took her husband.”
She waits for the team and follows.
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Wednesday June 9th, 2021 6:48:16 AM
V ignores the conversation between Brom and Edson, hoping that the matter will be quickly dropped. Brom had not been here for what transpired, and does not realize the sacrifice that Edson made.
“I don’t think so Tishe’. She was behind her wall of bones, and didn’t seem to venture out. I think this will be another dark lord. I would like to use the mansion to rest, but I do not think we can afford the time. I think we should test the cube again once we get through the mist. I’m not quite sure why the powers would have put it in our hands if it is useless.”
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 36 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP:220/220 Extra Hp Temporary 63/100 Wednesday June 9th, 2021 7:53:52 AM
"So walk straight forward and think about werewolves ?", Lanliss says to himself rhetorically. "Everybody Ready ?", he asks the others.
(Dan K) AC: 45 (T 31 FF 35), CMD:45; HP: 226/260 Barratore Steelwind Wednesday June 9th, 2021 9:51:32 AM
Barratore does not go into the Edson thing either. He was torn on what his mind was telling him to do and what his heart was telling him. Could Edson stave off the lures that would be put before him time and time again? was he set to the path of inevitable downfall. His mind said yes and the solution was straight forward, but his heart rebelled against the idea of killing one of his oldest friends. Time was running short on which would win
Arriving in the Mist, Barratore starts moving straight forward. Werewolves guard the exit and the lord of the realm was a woman. "Could this be the Harrowed Moon place the halfling told us about. The one with the Inn.? I agree V, when we get back I'm going to be very inclined in securing that cube is a dark and personally private place on what's her face."
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 31(T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 128/128 INVISIBLE Wednesday June 9th, 2021 10:50:07 AM
"I do not have time for this" Edson says to Brom. "Have your opinion, thats yours to keep, but know I am not what you think., There is no power grab in here. If it ever comes to that, of me going down that road.. You have my permission to come, as a group and end me. "
Edson assures Tishe that he's okay, as he follows with the others into the mist.,
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Wednesday June 9th, 2021 12:01:19 PM
V ignores the conversation between Brom and Edson, hoping that the matter will be quickly dropped. Brom had not been here for what transpired, and does not realize the sacrifice that Edson made.
“I don’t think so Tishe’. She was behind her wall of bones, and didn’t seem to venture out. I think this will be another dark lord. I would like to use the mansion to rest, but I do not think we can afford the time. I think we should test the cube again once we get through the mist. I’m not quite sure why the powers would have put it in our hands if it is useless.”
Brom the Barbarian: AC 35 (33 rage), Touch AC 16 (14 rage), CMD 47 (51 rage), HP 291 (371 rage), DR 5/- (8/- raged); Wednesday June 9th, 2021 12:13:10 PM
Brom give the Lord a slight bow and turns and heads off in the direction given to them. Before he does, he says "I call ya an idiot cause I've earned that right; and you didn't save anyone, ya just condemned different people." With that he heads off at a jog ignoring all others.
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) Wednesday June 9th, 2021 12:54:08 PM
Tishe’ again puts a comforting hand on Edson, while giving a smile to Brom so the barbarian can share in the joke. “Don’t let him needle you, Sieur Edson, he just hasn’t killed anything lately.”
Emrys Myrridanmyl, Stephen F. ac22 hp136/170. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Charming, Contingency: BoL. Bless, Spectral Hand, True Seeing, Planar Ada Wednesday June 9th, 2021 1:03:56 PM
"Lord Malghard, you are a most gracious host and thank you for your aid."
DM Steve -- 6/9 -- So walk straight forward and think about werewolves? Wednesday June 9th, 2021 9:51:13 PM Edson replies to Brom and follows the others into the mist. Emrys thanks Malghard. Barratore worries about Edson, but ignores Brom. He guesses they may be headed for the Harrowed Moon. Lanliss makes sure the group is ready. Velarin hopes Brom and Edson come to terms quickly. He thinks they are headed to a new realm. Tishe’ waits for the team and follows. She guesses this will be a realm they’ve seen before. She comforts Edson. Brom bows to Malghard before heading off. He is still upset with Edson.
The group steps into the mist, thinking of werewolves, and steps out onto a dark plain. The light cast by the great lavender moon is the first thing that touches the adventurers, giving them and their surroundings a pale, almost grey cast. Shadow is the only thing that escapes it, becoming deeper in contrast, darker, and inky black.
The air is cool, making it easy to move, although after a time it has a nasty habit of sinking under the skin and chilling the bones. The horizon contains the sloping curve of distant hills, the land seeming to sink down in front of them and rise up in the distance like a shallow bowl. At the peak of the distant hills is a light - a tiny, distant thing.
The plain in front of them contains odd clusters of plants - mushroom and fungi that flourish in the pale light.
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) d20+26=27 ; Thursday June 10th, 2021 12:17:45 AM
Tishe’ looks about for dangers, and notes the distant light is the only point of reference worth noting. “Weaving in that direction?”, she asks unnecessarily.
Perception 27 (glad skills don’t have Nat 1s)
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Thursday June 10th, 2021 8:58:03 AM
“Agreed Tishe’. We head for the light. I think we should try the cube one more time though.”
Assuming everyone agrees, V will try again to activate the cube after everyone links up.
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Thursday June 10th, 2021 11:09:14 AM
“Agreed Tishe’. We head for the light. I think we should try the cube one more time though.”
Assuming everyone agrees, V will try again to activate the cube after everyone links up.
Brom the Barbarian: AC 35 (33 rage), Touch AC 16 (14 rage), CMD 47 (51 rage), HP 291 (371 rage), DR 5/- (8/- raged); d20+31=39 ; d20+18=24 ; Thursday June 10th, 2021 11:16:53 AM
Brom keeps eyes and ears trained out into the darkness. The chances are he will hear something long before he can see it. He pauses to see if the group decides to try the cube again. Brom doubts it will work. He thinks the powers want them to jump through some sort of hoops before letting them leave. Something to amuse them, a new toy for them.
Brom keeps the group going in the right direction.
Perception DC 39, Survival DC 24
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Thursday June 10th, 2021 12:35:43 PM
“Agreed Tishe’. We head for the light. I think we should try the cube one more time though.”
Assuming everyone agrees, V will try again to activate the cube after everyone links up.
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 31(T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 128/128 INVISIBLE d20+26=36 ; Thursday June 10th, 2021 3:20:49 PM
" Try it without me" Edson says. " If it works we succeeded in the long run. " the elf waits to see what happens, while also scanning for anything sticking out.
Perception 36
(Dan K) AC: 45 (T 31 FF 35), CMD:45; HP: 226/260 Barratore Steelwind Thursday June 10th, 2021 3:53:36 PM
Barratore agrees on trying the cube and agrees on trying it without Edson. His inner fight was now over. The minotaur braced himself for the cube to work, for if it did, he would never see Edson again. The elven rogue was the only companion that had shared in every moment of every adventure since leaving for Rum all of those years ago.
Barratore draws his blade and waits
"If the cube does not work, we make for the Light."
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 36 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP:220/220 Extra Hp Temporary 63/100 d20+27=35 ; Thursday June 10th, 2021 6:14:40 PM
Lanliss agrees to go towards the light if the cube doesn't work.
He keeps an eye open on their surroundings and tries to listen to any possible howls.
Perception 35
OOC: Is Lanliss still invisible ?
DM Steve -- 6/10 -- If the cube does not work, we make for the Light Friday June 11th, 2021 12:02:11 AM Barratore agrees to trying the cube, then the light if necessary. Velarin wants to try the cube one more time before heading for the light, and waits for consent to do so. Tishe’ suggests heading towards the distant light. Lanliss agrees to try the light if the cube doesn’t work. Lanliss is still invisible. Edson volunteers to stay behind. Brom does not believe the cube will work. He is prepared to lead the trek. Emrys is quiet.
The cube vibrates as Velarin depresses it, but nothing happens. After a moment in which nothing continues to happen, there is a hum. A hint of movement teases the senses to the left of them, slowly growing into a . This is not the way it worked when Galadin and Helena used it, but when it stops humming, there is a gate. It opens to a forest glade.
Meanwhile, those who were preparing to head for the distant light, as their eyes adjust to the purple moonlight, realize that the “shallow bowl” leading there is hidden in fog.
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Friday June 11th, 2021 8:46:38 AM
"That didn't work the way that it did before. I'm not sure I'm trusting that gate to take us home. What do you guys think? Should we head for the light or take the gate? If we don't get out of here shortly, we are going to have to use the mansion and rest."
True seeing, 20 minutes Greater Invisibility, 20 rounds Hide from undead: 200 minutes(from Emrys) fly: extended fly via spell Planar adaptation: (from Emrys) Contingency: Break enchantment activated when affected by mind or body control spells Bless(permanent) Holy Aura - Emrys 22/25 rounds: SR 25, immune mind affecting spells/possession, Evil must make Fort DC 31 or be blind if evil strikes
SR 18, total to overcome SR is 1d20+26, rolling 2X for best roll. Spell DC 21+ 1st: Prot from evil X2, Magic missile X6-cx2, 2nd: Invisibility X8-cx7 3rd: Haste X2-cx1, fly X3-cx1, Displacement-c, Fireball, Lightning bolt-c 4th: Dim Door X3, Greater Invis.X2-cx1, Stoneskin-c, Black tentacles 5th: Teleport X2-cx1, Empowered fireball, Wall of force X2-cx2, Passwall X2 6th: Chain lightning, Greater dispel magic X2-cx1, Disintegrate X2-cx1, wall force-c, True seeing-cx1 7th: Plane Shift-c, grtr teleport X2-cx2, Mage's mansion, Limited Wish, Summon 7-c, mass Invis. 8th: empower chain lightningX3-cx2, greater Prying eyes-cx1, Maze, Summon 8-c 9th: Meteor Swarm, Wish X2-cx1, Quickened empowered fireball, Time Stop-c, Crushing hand-c
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) Friday June 11th, 2021 10:42:13 AM
Tishe’ ponders and comes up with a solution. “It comes down to who I trust more, our waxed archons or a White-handed Treadle Lord of Koshe Marr? Nope, no contest.”
Tishe’ walks through the gate to the green forest.
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 31(T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 128/128 INVISIBLE Friday June 11th, 2021 11:32:25 AM
"Velarin, I am gonna let all of you go through and get to the other side. I'll try it then. if it lets me through it lets me though... if Not. I'll see you down the road. "
Turning to the others, he goes to say something, stops and thinks for a split second. " I am not saying good bye. I'll see you all, either in a few seconds are a little longer down the road. Either way... it'll be too long,"
Edson stands back and lets the others go through, he'll only try if the all the others get through first.
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 36 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP:220/220 Extra Hp Temporary 63/100 Friday June 11th, 2021 10:06:25 PM
Lanliss scratches his head out of frustration. His face displaying frustration, "I am annoyed", He says. "If we try this and it works you are left here by yourself", he thinks about Manolo for a moment and takes Edson hand. "Dear friend, if this gate works and I find out that you....die.....", he pauses for a moment. and smiles," I will come for you....even if I have to face Gragul himself.." He bows to Edson and proceeds to walks through the gate as well.
DM Steve -- 6/11 -- I am not saying good bye. Friday June 11th, 2021 11:29:37 PM Tishe’ trusts the gate more than the locale. She walks through. Lanliss is frustrated and annoyed. He worries about Edson. Velarin mistrusts the gate. He asks the others what they think about using it. Edson tells the rest to go through the gate first, then he will try. Barratore, Brom, and Emrys go along with the others.
The party goes through the gate. Edson goes last, but makes it through. They find themselves in a forest.
Picture every shade of green that can be imagined, every shape and size of leaf. There are trees with smooth bark, rough bark, peeling bark, rotting bark…the smell of pine trees mixed with the distinct aroma of fetid earth. Rustling sounds of small animals scurrying under the thick ferns and over the thousands of brittle branches and twigs… the constant sound of a breeze, gently swaying in its caress…birds twittering and flying from tree to tree. Not too distant is the sparkle of a river, and the sound of the water rushing over rocks.
The sound of a lot of water rushing over rocks. The trees are ancient, timeless, rough with age. Yet their roughness has been worn down by the soft greenness of moss that had slowly made them home. The sky dips lower in the direction of the falling water, and a brief investigation finds a waterfall.
The ground drops away to a lake below, and across the lake are fields. The party recognizes this area, although they don’t normally see it from this angle. They’re at the south end of Magpie Lake.
AC 27/ T27/ F23 CMD24 (Fdom of Move) HP 132/164 Tishe’ (SteveK) d20+26=27 ; Saturday June 12th, 2021 5:42:08 PM
We’re home? We’re home! Tishe’ does a little twirl and couple of dance steps, then hugs Edson: you are here too!
But… is it a trick? She looks about to be certain.
But that’s Magpie Lake! Oh, we are home!
Perception. 27
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 36 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP:220/220 Extra Hp Temporary 63/100 d20+27=28 ; Sunday June 13th, 2021 9:29:27 PM
Lanliss looks around the area, trying to figure out if they are really out of that horrible place. Perception 28
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 18(FF 18), hp 133/167 Monday June 14th, 2021 8:39:37 AM
V sags a little in relief at the knowledge that they a very close to magpie crossing. Then looks quickly toward Lanliss to make sure that he and the keystone are still present.
“I can teleport us back to the manor if someone can downsize Barratore. Although I’m not so sure that would be a good idea. We could put magpie crossing in danger if the diseased one has a way to track down that keystone. Perhaps I should create the mansion so that we can rest here and see if Q shows up again with follow up details on what to do with the keystone.
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 31(T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 128/128 INVISIBLE Monday June 14th, 2021 8:57:07 AM
Edson takes in the hug, but is still nervous. He didn't anticipate making the trip back, yet here he was. He looked around, expecting some demons and the diseased one making some offensive attack.
(Dan K) AC: 45 (T 31 FF 35), CMD:45; HP: 226/260 Barratore Steelwind Monday June 14th, 2021 9:06:21 AM
"I think we stay put right here for a spell, and simply pull up a comfortable section of grass under a tree. Marteus is not supposed to be able to find us magically, nor nearly anyone else. If they could, they would have by now. We are as this was all set up, very much off of the scrying sheets all the divine Directions use. I agree, heading into town could put Magpie in danger although the removal of the Keystone from our possession won't safeguard Magpie if it becomes known to the public what we just did. We keep this to ourselves, and quietly retire. That should minimize the possibility of retaliation."
Barratore turns a finds a shady spot and has a seat. "Who has the drinks?"
Barratore locates Edson. "One problem at a time and so the next is how to keep the powers of Koshe Marr from grabbing Edon?
Emrys Myrridanmyl, Stephen F. ac22 hp136/170. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Charming, Contingency: BoL. Bless, Spectral Hand, True Seeing, Planar Ada Monday June 14th, 2021 1:27:06 PM
"Goodness! This is home ... or a very good representation of it."
Emrys immediately tries to mentally communicate with this Coven.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, Stephen F. ac22 hp136/170. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Charming, Contingency: BoL. Bless, Spectral Hand, True Seeing, Planar Ada Monday June 14th, 2021 1:28:27 PM
(ooc: Correction: I meant to say, "his coven", not "this Coven."
Brom the Barbarian: AC 35 (33 rage), Touch AC 16 (14 rage), CMD 47 (51 rage), HP 291 (371 rage), DR 5/- (8/- raged); Monday June 14th, 2021 6:22:19 PM
Brom looks around and the familiar scene. "Does this seem too easy?" he says out loud.
Brom had a disturbing thought. "I bet this is Edson's new home." He says. "What I'd do if I was a sick twisted pile of troll..."
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