Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (8:00 am) (Co-DM Matt) d20=6 ; d20=10 ; Tuesday October 31st, 2017 9:36:54 PM Falco asks Cloxo a final questions, "I was thinking about the different experience levels of the groups. Did your tests somehow change based on who was taking the test? If not I am even more impressed we finished." Cloxo was thrilled to answer, a smile wide upon his face. “That is an excellent question and yes they did change depending on the skills of the participants and this magic was the hardest to master. Gamemasters, like myself, spend their entire life building the skills to build the game. Most times we build only the labyrinth that the minotaur hate so much but every once in a while one of us Gamemasters gets to build the Taurnament.” Once he receives his reward, he recalls that he promised a potion to grandmother Esoway, at the beginning of the Taurnament. Grandmother Esoway is near the Wander’s Roost and is disappointed with the news that you are unable to hand over the Anything potion. “But… she says, ... maybe their will be something else Tsak is awakened by the knock on the door. He asks the barmaid, “Thank you Elsie, is this Gynm known to you?” Followed by Kiwina’s similar query. Rolth wonders, "Could this be Gnym of Gnym, poet laureate of Minotaur Isle? Or is this some clever trap?” but once you wake up and open the door you see the poet laureate, one of the judges of the Taurnament, distraught. Gothruk quaffles. Sable and Finnian talk about bow-making after downing the potions. Finnian is having a harder time in the morning after drinking too much. Elyas is happy to be counted as one of the Petals. He tries not to be the center of attention. ----------------
Gynm is noticeably upset, pacing back and forth as he waits. This seems unusual for the normally calm, collected poet. “I’m so sorry to interrupt you this morning but something unimaginable has happened and I need your help. Cloxo, the Gamemaster has been kidn…” Suddenly an old human interrupted Gynm and began shouting. “The Gods are angry! We are all going to die! Repent! Repent! Several taurs approached and tried to move the old woman but she fought back. “No.. no.. I’m not crazy. I need to talk to the Petals. They have to help me.. Help us all.” The taurs wrestle her back away from Gynm. Gynm steps forward in her defense. After a short argument the taurs agree to release the human. “Marie,” Gynm begins and then steps away. “I’m not sure the Petals have time for your conspiracies.” Marie protests, “Gynm, you don’t understand… Cloxo’s kidnapping… the Storm approaching. It’s all coming to an end.” Perception vs DC 6 Highlight to display spoiler: { Somewhere near a female taur sobs. A young male taur pleads, “Ida please, I did not do what you think I did. I don’t know why the child looks like that. Please believe me.” “The Petals, maybe they can help figure out what’s going on. I don’t know what else to do.} Perception vs 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {You notice a large group of sailors talking near the beach. They seem to be talking about the huge dark clouds approaching.}
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=9 ; Tuesday October 31st, 2017 10:02:46 PM
(Perception vs spoilers = 9) Tsak is surprised to find that he is part of the discussion, instead of the eves-dropping bystander that he usually feels like at times like this. Either the beer goggles are still in effect or that Elixir of Domi really was strong stuff. (CHA +1) It seems the thing to do is to follow up on Gynm's information, but he doesn't want to ignore or offend the other folks present. He'll try to patiently listen to everyone and gather as much information as possible, but then talk to the staff about using a private room for a quiet conversation with Gynm and the other petals.
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=21 ; d20+6=15 ; Tuesday October 31st, 2017 10:11:16 PM
(Roll: perception = 21)
Kiwina thinks back over the past few days, trying to remember if this is the storm they saw on the Herald and has been hanging around. (Knowledge, Nature = 15)
"Whatever the problem, it's best if we can hear the story from one person and others wait until after they have spoken to add details. But first, Gnym, one question -- Marblehorn and his friends are much more powerful than we are, so what makes you think we are the ones to solve this problem?"
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+8=11 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 7:03:26 AM
Sable wakes up with the thought, I have much to do today - I guess I owe dues as a Specialist and should settle up if I can. Maybe I can get a loaner bow until Finnian and I can get the materials to build a custom one.
His thoughts of archery are interrupted by the hubbub at the door. While the issue of Cloxo being kidnapped is of concern, he listens to the discussion beyond (Perception 11). He will go to speak to the concerned mother.
”Can you tell me what has happened here? How might I be able to help, the others are busy with Cloxo’s kidnapping.”
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=20 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 7:15:45 AM "Cloxo kidnapped? Are we sure this isn't just one of his disappearing tricks? What evidence do we have? Were there any witnesses?" And these mysterious clouds, which I think we saw during our return to the isle a few days ago, is there any precedent for them? (Perception = 20, success for spoilers)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 12 (T11/F10)12/12HP |Guisarme +3 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=11 ; d20-1=3 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 7:59:35 AM
(Gothruk's charisma raises 1 from 9 to10)
Perception 1D20+6=11 Pass
Gothruk tries to calm down the woman, Steady on there miss, it's no use to for us to be losing our wits. Explain to us what you think is happening, in a way we can understand and we'll do our best to help. Though a missing man may take priority if you have no proof what you say is true.
Diplomacy 1D20-1= 3 Welp...
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+2=11 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 8:41:04 AM
Still with Cloxo: "My that is fascinating. When I am more advanced in my studies I may seek you out to discuss this if it is ok. It would be quite something to make weapons that can change properties based on the experience of the wielder."
- - - - - - -- - Falco takes in the chaos and is taken aback when he learns about Cloxo.
"That is terrible. His skill should be treasured not spirited away. I... Has there been trouble after other Taurnements? Could picking the roses have caused this? No that seems implausible. Are there records about such things?"
Listening to the other problems; the male Taur pleading about his kids, the sailors worry of storms he grows more agitated.
"Kiwana is right, there are others with more experience and might but people will look to us I fear as we are the champions of the moment. There seems to be a lot going on if nothing else we can help set an example to keep people calm. That is if you all are willing. Clearly first we need a better idea of what is actually going on."
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+3=6 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 9:49:31 AM
[b]Cloxo was kidnapped? Who would kidnap such a person? Perhaps someone who was upset with the outcome of the taurnament? Or perhaps someone is building their own maze or puzzle and are going to force him to help...
In either case, we have to get him back![/]
Perception of 6... Elyas is engaged in the conversation about the kidnapping. He notices the other conversation, but doesn't get distracted by it for now.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20+9=27 ; d20=13 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 5:20:34 PM
[perception=27] Finnian listens to the others as the ask their questions about the Cloxo, but over hearing the young Taurs comments he becomes intrigued with the young Taurs comments. "excuse me," he says to the person bring the news of Cloxo and heads over to where the two are talking.
"Pardon me, I do not mean to pry but I am Finnian of the Eight Petaled Rose, I couldn't help but over hear you speaking. What child do you speak of? What happened?" [Diplomacy=13]
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (8:10 am) (Co-DM Matt) Wednesday November 1st, 2017 9:42:19 PM Tsak is surprised to be a part of the discussion. He wishes to follow up on Gynm’s information but decides to wait and patiently listen. Kiwina thinks over the past few days and recalls the storm that haunted them recently. The characteristics are similar but it seems to of grown in size and covers half the hemisphere. The storm, though, is several miles away.
Kiwina, Rolth, Elyas and Falco talk to Gynm. "Whatever the problem, it's best if we can hear the story from one person and others wait until after they have spoken to add details. But first, Gnym, one question -- Marblehorn and his friends are much more powerful than we are, so what makes you think we are the ones to solve this problem?" says Kiwina.
Rolth adds, “Cloxo kidnapped? Are we sure this isn't just one of his disappearing tricks? What evidence do we have? Were there any witnesses?”
Then Falco, "That is terrible. His skill should be treasured not spirited away. I... Has there been trouble after other Taurnaments? Could picking the roses have caused this? No that seems implausible. Are there records about such things?"
Marie, seems to settle down after being approached by Gothruk, but quickly returns to hysterics. “We are all going to die. The gods, the storm. It’s only the beginning.” She then, becomes suddenly calm. “The world is dead in it’s current form. Here enters a new world order.” With that the woman flees toward the beach. “Prepare! Prepare!”
Sable and Finnian notice the liontaur woman lie on the ground near the Wandering Roost and sobbed as her husband tries to console her. “My children,” she begins. “I had eight cubs nearly a week ago. Every one of my children is mixed race. Mixed race!” Her husband adds, “Mixed race taurs is unheard of and from what I’ve been told cannot happen.”
Gynm, clearly distracted by Marie, pauses and recollects his thoughts as Gothruk speaks to the woman. “Cloxo, left Liontaur Island several days ago to remove the Garden on Minotaur Island. Routine work for the Taurnament. Yesterday, I received an urgent message from the Purple Duke stating that someone snatched him from his bedroom. I have not heard further information but there is an additional problem. The messenger also added that the storm approaching destroyed nearly a quarter of Minotaur Island, near the Duke’s castle.” He then thinks, “I can certainly send Alex and his crew to investigate. That would be an excellent idea plus, I may need them to coordinate rescue operations.” “With that settled, I actually need you and your skills to assist us with securing Chessford. This storm, with everything I heard, is going to destroy many homes and businesses. There is a family, near the West end of Chessford, the Coalborn family. I would need you to start there.”
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+4=20 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 9:51:51 PM “Interesting, “ says Sable, “I wonder, are any of the children Unitaurs?”
Sable thinks, what would “mixed race” actually mean? (Knowledge Nature = 20/22 for Tauric knowledge)
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Wednesday November 1st, 2017 11:05:44 PM
When the Petals were celebrating after turning in their roses, Kiwina specifically asked Sai to join them in order to hear about the liontaur's dream of the events that would unfold. Now that events seem so be unfolding, Kiwina tries to remember what Sai said.
Meanwhile, "Of course we will help. What secure place would you like us to bring people to? I am not that familiar with Chessford."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=12 ; Thursday November 2nd, 2017 12:25:45 AM
(Perception re: storm = 12) A storm, thinks Tsak, as well as shelter we'll need food, water and warmth!
Once Gynm has answered Kiwina with a secure place Tsak will enroll a bar maid to collect blankets and food, whilst the couple should gather their children as well as water and wood for a fire, that will keep them busy for a time. He sends another bar maid to the docks to warn those on ships to get themselves to safety.
To Gynm You can count on us, please keep us appraised of events on Minotaur Isle
That done he prepares to head to West Chessford and find the Coalborn's. On the way he tries to take a good look at the storm as he hurries along.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Thursday November 2nd, 2017 4:36:42 AM "The storm really is bad then? I didn't think it looked all that exceptional when we saw it on our way back from the maze. Being on a small island the buildings are designed to handle some amount of storm damage, how much worse is this than a normal heavy storm?
Elyas is broken out of his academic curiosity by Tsak taking leadership and getting people assigned to tasks. Right, right, we should get moving, and talk about why this storm is what it is at a later time... still it is very interesting....
Elyas does what he can to help get people moving, then follows Tsak to move towards West Chessford
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 12 (T11/F10)12/12HP |Guisarme +3 2D6+4| Status: None Thursday November 2nd, 2017 7:12:08 AM Perhaps if this storm is of magical origins then magic will be the easiest way with which to defend ourselves from it? Gothruk says as he follows Tsak after failing to calm down the old human lady.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=5 ; d20+3=8 ; Thursday November 2nd, 2017 7:15:25 AM
(OOC: Starting with a quick flashback to our downtime, now that we have resolved how many tokens are left and so forth)
During the party downtime after turning in the Taurnament Roses, Rolth makes an attempt to profit from our remaining two tokens. He will try to market them not just as tokens with cash value, but as the remaining tokens of the Taurnament Champion Eight Petaled Rose, complete with a certificate of authenticity signed by all eight Petals. If that doesn't work, he will use his trading clan ties to get the face value for the tokens. (Diplomacy = 5 to persuade someone that the tokens are worth more than face value)
Back in the present, Rolth also accepts the mission to seek out the Coalborn family. "Can you tell us where to find the Coalborns and how to recognize them? What should we do with them when we find them? Also, are there any reports of how the storm inflicts its damage? Is it wind, waves, or something more eldritch? That will help us make proper defenses for Chessford."
To the upset couple, Rolth offers the following consoling words, "Perhaps your situation is the will of Domi, signaling the beginning of a return of the noble taur race of our common ancestors. Did not the Eight Petaled Rose return with one Rose for each taur subrace--liontaur, centaur, and minotaur? And see these marks that I was granted by Domi himself, granting his favor on our endeavors. So return to protect your children of Domi and do not despair in the face of this storm!" (Diplomacy = 8)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Thursday November 2nd, 2017 8:06:11 AM
Falco listens to the others talk and hears his questions asked before he has a chance to.
"Elyas I agree, this is very interesting but it is time for action. Lets see if we can bring some peace of mind to people."
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20+10=15 ; d20+4=13 ; Thursday November 2nd, 2017 4:02:10 PM "Unitaur?" Finnrick asks quizzically, "I am unfamiliar with this, but I do know some of mixes races. Being one myself." he adds. do you know anyone who could help or have more knowledge of such things.
[know Nature 15,Arcana 13] do I know anything of these mixed race taura?
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (8:20 am) (Co-DM Matt) Thursday November 2nd, 2017 8:07:27 PM Sable tries to imagine the what a mixed race may actually mean but finds that the husband is correct when saying the different races cannot co-mingle. “My wife, I understand why she is upset, thinks I did something. That witch, Marie came and saw me just before the birth. Maybe she put a spell on me?” He thought about it for a couple tense seconds. He then shouted after her. “What did you do to my children? They were fine before you visited.” But Marie had already disappeared in a small shack on the beach. Kiwina tries to remember what Sai had said about his dream and vaguely recalls something about a shipwreck. Sai, being a young man, was pulled away at the last minute by his parents. Tsak thinks about what he will need to help the Coalborns. He then finds a bar maid to collect blankets and food. As well as advising the couple to collect water and wood. He then send another to the docks to warn the sailors docked at the beach. This bar maid, stops and replies, “Good sir, I believe the sailors near the dock are fully aware of the storm. The sailors are a very suspicious, superstitious group.” Of the storm, Elyas asks if the storm is really bad. Marie, the biggest proponent of the storm has left. Gymn looks to find it is approaching quickly and notes that it is larger then usual. Elyas then begins to get everyone moving. Gothruk asks, “Perhaps if this storm is of magical origins then magic will be the easiest way with which to defend ourselves from it?”
Rolth tries to sell the taurnament coins but the incoming storm has most distracted with a couple sellers partially interested then running off to batten down something. He then adds, "Can you tell us where to find the Coalborns and how to recognize them? What should we do with them when we find them? Also, are there any reports of how the storm inflicts its damage? Is it wind, waves, or something more eldritch? That will help us make proper defenses for Chessford."
Gymn suddenly realizes who the couple is and introduces them as Baron and Cera. To the upset couple, Rolth offers the following consoling words, "Perhaps your situation is the will of Domi, signaling the beginning of a return of the noble taur race of our common ancestors. Did not the Eight Petaled Rose return with one Rose for each taur subrace--liontaur, centaur, and minotaur? And see these marks that I was granted by Domi himself, granting his favor on our endeavors. So return to protect your children of Domi and do not despair in the face of this storm!"
Baron’s face scrunches up as he is visibly upset. “ you chalk it up to the will of a god? To make my children endure hardships.. and the only reason i get.. is its a gods will.”
The man waves his hand, saying he’s done with the conversation.
Falco agrees with Elyas. He thinks it's time for action and wants to help those that need it.
Finnian puzzles over the word unitaur but equals it to being mixed race like himself.
Gymn adds. “ Not mixed like half elves or half orcs, but minotaurs with back ends from Centaurs. The parents are both minotaurs, yet their children exhibit traits from another taur race. Another case i heard was a centaur with hair like a liontaur, and a liontaur born with minotaur horns. It makes no sense at all. “
The families need help, the witch's shack calls, and those sailors are a superstitious lot… (OOC: What path do you choose? The other paths will resolve themselves, eventually :)
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Thursday November 2nd, 2017 8:54:23 PM "Folks aren't listening to us and telling us what we need to know to best help them," Kiwina tells the other Petals. "We are going to have to do the best we can. Rolth, you know the area better than the rest of us -- is there somewhere better than Sandifurr Mercantile to send people? Preferably to the east, away from the ocean. We could send children there to be safe, and any adults who aren't too busy trying to save their property from the storm. And like Gynm said, we should start at the west end of town and head east from there."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=29 ; Thursday November 2nd, 2017 10:17:24 PM
Rolth suggests that he and Kiwina take Falco to quickly talk to the witch gain her insight and assistance. They can then bear Falco and the witch if she will come to catch up to the rest of the party and help find and rescue the Coalborns. "Don't forget our new and old potions if things go bad!
He also takes a look around and wrecks his brain to remember any high ground nearby, and maybe some caves in hills that might afford some protection from the storm. (Perception = 29 to spot some useful terrain)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Friday November 3rd, 2017 2:16:57 AM
Tsak is happy with Rolth's suggestion on how to split resources. The sailors are aware of the storm and a hardy folk who can look after themselves. Starting at the east end of Chessford he'll start door-knocking with the remaining petals to warn people of the incoming storm and make them aware of the best safe place, as well as encouraging them to look after not only themselves but the less able amongst their community. He'll also ask about the Coalborns whereabouts as he goes.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Friday November 3rd, 2017 4:38:32 AM
Elyas asks Rolth Would it be helpful to ave a second mage come to visit the witch? If I would slow you down too much, I am happy to help with storm preparations, but my skills may be better served investigating magical phenomenon.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Friday November 3rd, 2017 7:16:04 AM "I agree a conversation with the witch is needed and probably easily handled. I would agree with Elyas that the two of us might be of use. Like all of us we are not that experienced so either one may miss something."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 12 (T11/F10)12/12HP |Guisarme +3 2D6+4| Status: None Friday November 3rd, 2017 7:27:00 AM
Gothruk will take whoever follows in the direction of the Coulborns fin what situation they are in.
If we don't manage to get any information on where they may be then being naturally large and strong he will help prepare for the storm, he'll move supplies/help build covers.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' Friday November 3rd, 2017 3:56:30 PM
Finnian will go with thw group and try tonhelp out anyway he can. Now that I know a bit about spell casting, perhaps I can be of some assistance, even though my knowledge is more of the natural Wold than that if the Arcane.
Dm shawn -the storm approaches d100=20 Friday November 3rd, 2017 7:34:14 PM
"Folks aren't listening to us and telling us what we need to know to best help them," Kiwina tells the other Petals. "We are going to have to do the best we can. Rolth, you know the area better than the rest of us -- is there somewhere better than Sandifurr Mercantile to send people? Preferably to the east, away from the ocean. We could send children there to be safe, and any adults who aren't too busy trying to save their property from the storm. And like Gynm said, we should start at the west end of town and head east from there." Rolth suggests that he and Kiwina take Falco to quickly talk to the witch gain her insight and assistance. Looking around he does recall a mountainous region nearby. Rolth only Highlight to display spoiler: {He then notices a clan of liontaur heading North followed by several others. They are heading toward the village of Kotori. The Kotori clan, is located in within the hills of Zelltoro. It’s a long trek to Zelltoro but there are caves that could offer them shelter.} Tsak is happy with the suggestion of splitting up. He starts knocking on the doors on the East end of Chessford. The activity seems to produce positive results and most of the residents freely leave and head toward the hills. A few refuse to leave and wish to reinforce the large liontaur homes. The Coalborns, you find near the end of the village. The first home you see is boarded up. It’s large windows closed and secured. Diplomacy vs DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {Upon asking around you find that the Coalborns are a large clan spread out past the end of Chessford. The entire clan is staying in their homes. At least half the clan is busy boarding up the home but with children running around they are struggling to stay on task.} Elyas asks, “Would it be helpful to have a second mage come to visit the witch? If I would slow you down too much, I am happy to help with storm preparations, but my skills may be better served investigating magical phenomenon.”
Rolth heads with Kiwina, Falco, and Elyas to the witches hut. The dilapidated building sits on the beachy sand, parts seemingly hanging off into nothingness. The wind kicks up sand, stinging your faces as you march to the hut. Stepping inside, it is a different world. A pungent ordor of cooking meat, and decaying fish assault you. Bones of dead animals and fish hang from the beams inside the hut. Sitting near the boiling cauldron is a table, with a huge globe sitting atop three pyramids.
The sound of beads separating is heard as the witch enters from an adjacent room. “ Ahh the paragons of virtue bestow upon me their time. Is it questions, futures.. wants and desires? Or are you just hear to get your palm read?..... “
She reaches into her gown and produces a handful of bones and tosses them on the table with a loud clickity clack. “ The bones talk.. if one knows how to listen. They tell the tales of those not alive yet. The speak of times not arrived. They tell of something coming. “ she picks up the bones and tosses them again… her look doesn't change. “ There's no stopping what can't be stopped, no killing what can't be killed. The storm is the least of our worries… you see when I ask the bones to see the future. Their reply is.. What future? As if our time is at an end.. not us as individuals, but taurs, humans, elves and all the goodly races. Something is wrong with the Wold. Something is wrong with the bones, and as a woman who has read and listened to the bones my whole life… that frightened me more than any bandit in the night.”
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20=13 ; d20+6=20 ; Saturday November 4th, 2017 7:37:37 AM
(Diplomacy=13 Fail, Perception=20) Tsak tries to see what's special about the Coalborn's (perception) to decide if he should escort them to the safe place or keep knocking on doors or re-join with the mages. He doesn't want to split the group up any more. If the Coalborn's look like they can make their way to safety, and the neighborhood has been forewarned, then perhaps its time to join those who went to see the witch.
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+6=12 ; Saturday November 4th, 2017 9:01:07 AM
Sable helps the Lionataurs find the best way to safety (Perception 12) then rejoins the party at the Witch’s Hut.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 12 (T11/F10)12/12HP |Guisarme +3 2D6+4| Status: None d20-1=1 ; Saturday November 4th, 2017 9:42:02 AM
Roll to assist Tsak's Diplomacy 1D20-1=1 Fail His yelling lands on deaf ears or otherwise gets little response. With that he moves with the rest of the group to meet up with Rolth's crew. (unless someone else can assist Tsak with his attempt)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=18 ; Saturday November 4th, 2017 2:49:46 PM
Rolth thanks Marie for her insight, and inquires "If this cannot be stopped, do the bones say anything about influencing its course? And if this is the end of an age, is there any precedent for such passing of ages that might lend us insight into what lies next and what to do about it? And would you come with us to a place of at least temporary safety? I think we may have need of your wisdom even more in the coming days, and I suspect that this abode on the sand may not stand long against the coming storm. (Diplomacy = 18 - or 19 if she is an ally of Domi - to persuade Marie)
With that, Rolth will point out to the Petals and Marie the potential to gain some safety in the caves near the village of Kotori in the hills of Zelltoro. He suggests rejoining with the rest of the party, and leading the way there, taking along as many as we can find.
(OOC: I will be traveling internationally today through Thursday. I expect to be able to post, but if it seems like I will be missing more than one post, I would welcome someone stepping in to sub for me. Just think impetuous nature tempered by some learned wisdom and a desire to do good.)
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20=2 ; Saturday November 4th, 2017 5:47:07 PM "Kupunawahine," Kiwina says to Marie, in a respectful tone that she might understand since the word (meaning grandmother) will be foreign to her, "what sort of help do you require? We are trying to get as many people as we can to safety in the coming storm, but I fear that in their confusion they might blame you for things none of us understand. Like the children." (Diplomacy = 2 to aid Rolth)
If the woman answers or tries to, Kiwina listens. The aumakua have not spoken to him in dreams of late, though, and it is frankly unbelievable that they would not mention the end of the world.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20=19 ; Sunday November 5th, 2017 8:43:24 PM
Newly invigorated with self confidence Finnian runs around searching for the Coalborns. Finally he is able to point the group he is with to where the Coalborns are located but upon arriving he finds the boarding up their houses and not wanting to leave. He searches for the leader of the clan in hopes of pursuading them that leaving is the safest course of action. I leu of getting them to leave their homes he pleads that they allow the peatls to help secure the multitude of children running around and escort them to a safer place.
[diplomace=19]
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+1=15 ; Monday November 6th, 2017 7:18:53 AM "What Rolth says is true. While no expert on predictions I do know there are many ways to interpret things. If the Wold is coming to an end well... not much we can do but we cannot assume that is the case. Come with us, help people calm and maybe guidance will come."
[Assist Rolth Dip: 15]
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Monday November 6th, 2017 12:04:30 PM This is indeed disturbing omens, but I for one have never put much stock in the Bones' ability to tell the future. Afterall, the owner of those bones died, so they couldn't have been all that prescient, right?
Elyas smiles, trying to make light of the situation, but knows that it is something to be worried about.
As Falco says, if the end is coming, there is little we can do to change it. But it may only be one possible outcome. What can the Bones tell us about the present? what needs to be done now? or the past? what happened to bring these storms on our Wold?
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=11 ; d20+6=13 ; Monday November 6th, 2017 4:47:46 PM
Having been lead to the Coalborns by Finnian Gothruk takes a look at the building they are holed up in. If it stands a decent chance of surviving the storm then he'll encourage the rest of the crew to leave. We have better use of our time then trying to help people who don't want to be helped. Otherwise he'll point out any weaknesses in the structure and try to convince the Coalborns to get to the safest place, where everyone else is gathering.
Perception to see how likely the building is to survive the storm 1D20+6=11
Intimidate to try and get them to come with us 1D20+6=13
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (8:30 am) (Co-DM Matt) d20=18 ; Monday November 6th, 2017 6:59:54 PM Tsak,Finnian,Sable and Gothruk talk to the Coalborn clan. The Coalborns seem to be overwhelmed. The entire clan is attempting to board up the homes. The liontaur children are struggling to push the large planks into place. Any forewarning falls on deaf ears in this community but Finnian does his very best to convince the young clan leader Arostle that heading to the mountains is a better idea. “Listen,” says the young leader. “The Coalborn clan has been here for a millenia. Some storm is not going to move us. I don’t care what that witch says. That’s not to say you haven’t moved me with your request but I am not convinced we need to fear that storm. I tell you what. If you can convince me with some evidence, then I give you my word the clan will move.”
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Rolth thanks Marie for her insight, and inquires about possibly stopping the storm. If there is a precedent that may lead to a solution and if she will leave her small abode for safer grounds. Falco says, "What Rolth says is true. While no expert on predictions I do know there are many ways to interpret things. If the Wold is coming to an end well... not much we can do but we cannot assume that is the case. Come with us, help people calm and maybe guidance will come." Elyas tells a joke, which does not go over well with the witch then adds, “As Falco says, if the end is coming, there is little we can do to change it. But it may only be one possible outcome. What can the Bones tell us about the present? what needs to be done now? or the past? what happened to bring these storms on our Wold?”
Kiwina explains the others may blame her for things they do not understand.
Marie shakes her head in the negative, I will not leave. I don't fear that which we do not know. If a storm is the reason to end me, no running will stop it. There is no way to stop this.. much like there is no way to stop death. Hide.. Run.. it matters not. If the storm wants you… it’ll have you.”
Turning to Falco, she adds.. “ my person alone will shake them. You saw that family…. They’ve for sure mentioned my name as the reason why their children are deformed. The others will just believe I am the reason for this. They won't listen to my words and think it is my dark magic that brings the deathstorm here. My appearance will insight violence.. and that is not needed at the time. Your friend Kiwina understands.
She laughs at Eyas. Not at his joke but his statement of what needs to be done. “ Are you a god?” she asks. “ do you have power to change the past? Your only choice is to survive… any way you can. I do not know what brings this here. I don't know what caused those children to be deformed. “ a loud rumble stops her words.
“ There is no more time.. you need to go, unless you want to bunker down here.”
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20=19 ; Monday November 6th, 2017 7:25:07 PM
(Diplomacy = 19) Disheartened by his initial inability to impress the urgency of the situation onto the Coalborns, Tsak nevertheless continues to press Arostle: Sitting here with your head in the sand is not leading your clan, especially if it's simply what has always done. True, we have no proof of the storms malevolence beyond the warnings of experienced beings, but what do you have to lose by taking the safest course? If you are right, but go to the caves and come back in a few days to your house as it is now, you lose nothing. If you are wrong and you stay here, you may lose much. My friends and I will search for your 'evidence', but there is a limit to the danger I will put them in simply because of your obtuse stubbornness.
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Monday November 6th, 2017 11:10:04 PM
Kiwina says to Marie, "If you have no advice for us how to best help people, we will do what we can. I hope it goes well with you."
Assuming the group leaves the shack, with or without additional insight, Kiwina will look for Tsak. Gynm's report of the devastation to Minotaur Isle might convince some folks to seek shelter, and others might be glad to have their children sheltered even if they want to stay and protect their homes.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=14 ; Tuesday November 7th, 2017 12:46:14 AM
Having done his best to gather information from Marie and persuade her to come to relative safety, Rolth is ready to rejoin the rest of the Petals in speaking to the Coalborns. After all, that is where we were actually sent to try to help.
Upon joining the conversation with Aristide, Rolth will attempt to aid Tsak in persuading Arostle to move with us to the safety of the higher ground. "Reports from Minotaur aisle indicate that one third of the Isle has been laid waste. And it is a fact that the dwellings on Minotaur Isle, which I have seen with my own eyes during my journeys, were much higher than your seaside location, so you should expect worse here. And we are not here because of what the witch said, rather we have come to implore you to move at the behest of Gynm of Gynm himself, poet laureate, scholar, and one of the wise leaders of the recent Taurnament. He thinks that you have a special role to play in events to come, and would not see you come to harm. Please, for the sake of us all, including your precious cubs, let us not tarry here, but rather move to the safety of the hills.. This last Rolth says with a significant look at any mothers or wives that might be listening nearby no might help sway Arostle. (Diplomacy = 14 to aid Tsak, success for a total of 21 so far)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Tuesday November 7th, 2017 8:43:00 AM "Marie, I understand what you say and, though I do not agree with lumping all witches together and evil, I can see why you don't wan't to make things worse. Personally I think people seeing you trying to help might overcome the prejudice but I do understand."
He looks at his friends. "I will try and check back in on you if possible and with you well."
He returns with the others and hearing Rolths impassioned plea holds his tongue.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Tuesday November 7th, 2017 2:13:25 PM
Before leaving with the others, Elyas asks Marie one more time
"Do you know anything that might point to the cause of the mutations in these children? I know you are not to blame, but do you have any insight into what happened? Is this related to the storm, or something unrelated?"
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20=16 ; d20+7=12 ; Tuesday November 7th, 2017 3:19:58 PM " I thought they were going to see the witch," Finnian thinks to himself "I guess that didn't pan out"
"I still think you a wrong, but I understand wanting to try to save your homes. I will try and find you some proof," [Diplomacy aid?=16]
He walks off as Rolth appears allowing the Liontaur to have his say.
He attempts to use his knowledge of the land to determine how bad the storn might be
.[knowledge nature=12]
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20-1=12 ; Tuesday November 7th, 2017 5:01:10 PM
Diplomacy to assist with Tsak. 1D20-1=12=pass. (Tsak's Diplomacy is now at 23)
We don't have time or ability to find proof due to the nature of the situation. We've been told that this storm has caused chaos and destruction along Minotaur Island.
Hopefully that convinces them and we can assist them moving items & supplies from the houses to take to the caves.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Tuesday November 7th, 2017 7:46:13 PM
Tsak is unsure whether he has been able to persuade Arostle, but is heartened by the support he feels from his comrades and their selflessness in seeking to aid the community. It's enough to make a tear form in his non-aiming eye...
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (8:40 am) (Co-DM Matt) Tuesday November 7th, 2017 7:57:54 PM Tsak is disheartened but with successful arguments from the other Petals, Arostle looks around and relents. “Ok,” he begins. “I will need help rounding up everyone. There are 16 houses in our clan. Each home has a large window with wooden shutters. This perch is the best way to approach the houses. Give them a good knock and they will answer. Will you help me?” (OOC: If you choose to help these are the rules: At each home, roleplay the approach. Knock on the door. Roll a skill check or cast a spell. Anything that may convince each resident to head out. Max two houses per turn. - Dms will then counter)
As the others leave the witch. Elyas asks about the mutated children and if it is related. Elyas only Highlight to display spoiler: { “I’m afraid,” she said sadly, “that this is no ordinary storm. Your friends left so I will tell you that I have heard from a dead god, none too friendly. Visions I have never seen before in my old age. The mutations are only the beginning of a change no one wants but everyone will get. The reason behind the changes are not known. I can only repeat what I see.” } ---- The storm booms outside. A bright, electric thread burst from the sky and strikes something within the dark water. It's too dark to make anything out. On the beach, the sailors panic. They work to completely secure their ships. Captain Parson works with the Marblehorns group and you notice several other taurnament groups out helping residents and sailors.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=16 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 12:59:08 AM
Rolth readily agrees to help round up the clan, and immediately sets about trying to do so. He welcomes help from any of the Petals who wish to aid him. He approaches the first door, knocks firmly, and calls out, "I am Rolth Niheow of the Eight Petaled Rose, recent champions of the Taurnament of Roses. But your leader, Arostle, has sent me here on an even nobler quest. Which is to say that he wants you to gather with the rest of the clan and us to head into the hills to more safely wait out the storm. Let me help you gather your vital possessions and quickly move to the gathering!" (Diplomacy = 16, or 17 if they are Domi's folk, to persuade them to leave)
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+4=22 ; d20-1=4 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 5:42:48 AM
Sable will approach a second domicile, boldly stride up to the door and knock loudly (Strength 22). ”You all need to leave, the storm is too strong. By command of your leader, Arostle, you must leave with the rest of your clan for the safety of the hills.” (Diplomacy 4)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+1=12 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 6:03:48 AM
(Diplomacy=12) Tsak, following along behind Sable, peers around him and surveys the shattered wood that used to pass for a door. Sorry about that, but my friend is right, a mighty storm is nearly upon us and Arostle has decreed the clan must move. Please quickly gather your family and only that which is absolutely necessary and head for the hills. Your lives depend on your haste!
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20=16 ; d20=12 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 7:11:09 AM
Kiwina hesitates momentarily, considering following Rolth, but time is pressing. He heads for a new house and knocks. "My name is Kiwina, an adventurer in the Taurnament. Arostle has asked for our help gathering the clan to move to a safer location. Reports from Minotaur aisle indicate that one third of the Isle has been laid waste. And Gynm of Gynm himself, asked that we help your clan in particular. Please, for the sake of your cubs, hurry."
(roll: diplomacy = 16)
If he has time to gather those at this domicile and move to another, Kiwina repeats the same message. (roll: diplomacy = 12)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=15 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 10:51:02 AM
(OOC: Updated post now that we have a clarification re how many we can each try)
Rolth tries the same approach at a second house, emphasizing the order from Arostle and the need for speed. (Diplomacy = 15)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Wednesday November 8th, 2017 12:57:52 PM
Falco follows Rolth along but his mind is racing about the storm and the witches words. If the storm wants you it will have you. A curious choice of phrase, is the storm intelligent and choosing victims. Is it actively guided?" mumbeling ot himself "Focus Falco.. those thoughts are for latter."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+1=16 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 4:23:50 PM
(Diplomacy = 16) Realising the number of houses they have to cover, and just how close the storm is, Tsak heads to another house and bashes on the door as hard as he can Flee, a mighty storm approaches. Arostle has decreed that we flee to the hills. Grab your children and run for your lives!
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20=16 ; d20=12 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 5:09:50 PM
Finnian takes up the call and goes to a couple doors knocking on them and speaking the there inhabitants. "I have spoken to Arostle, he has semt me to urge you to leave. This is no ordinary storm," he says with a sense of urgency.
[Diplomacy=16,12] I don't know if I needed 2 or not
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None Wednesday November 8th, 2017 5:16:00 PM
Gothruk stops Arostle and quicks asks, Do you have sonething we could say to them that would make them believe the order to evacuate was from you? He hurriedly listens before running off to the first house.
He bangs on the first door with his huge calloused hands. Hey! Open up, I have a message from Arostle. He's ordered an evacuation to the caves where everyone will be safer. If you help me spread the message to the other clanmembers I'll come back here once everybody's been informed and help you move anything you want to take with you.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20-1=8 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 5:19:25 PM
Forgot the Diplomacy roll, silly me. Assuming I don't get any bonuses from bring up Arostle's name 1D30-1=8
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Wednesday November 8th, 2017 7:15:32 PM
Elyas hurries to catch up with the others, and sees them knocking on doors as he aproaches, having delayed slightly at the witch's house. He will join up with the others and aid in convincing the taurs to evacuate as soon as he cab
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (9:00 am) (Co-DM Matt) Wednesday November 8th, 2017 8:32:52 PM Rolth approaches the first door, knocks firmly and identifies himself. -- A large liontaur with an enormous unkept mane appears within the open porch. He is wearing a sleeveless white shirt. He scratches at the shirt and speaks in a baritone tone. “May, we gotta go to the mountains. This guy says he wants to get us to safety from the storm.” From behind him comes a reply, “I told you, it was a bad storm. Offer him some coffee for his trouble.” The liontaur offers you a cup of coffee. He declines your offer to help but assures you they will gather their things to leave. Rolth approaches the second house. A female liontaur steps from the perch and gives him a huge hug. “Oh, thank you,” she said and asks you to pull from the house a huge box of belongings. “We need to figure out how to get this up there.” Pointing to the mountains.
Sable is not so successful. The knock was strong, rattled the home and knocked the shutter from the hinges. The residents were not too pleased. A smaller male liontaur closed the remaining shutter and added, “Leave us alone.” To Tsak, “He broke my door? We had not planned on moving. We have survived other storms like this. This house, outside of my door was ready for the storm. Help me fix my door.” The liontaur stepped through the perch and attempted to lift the door.
Gothruk uses Arostle’s name at the house he goes to. Inside a liontaur resides.. and stands before him with a bottle of whiskey. “ Yeah? You dont say.. Arostle.” he snickers before taking a swig of the whiskey. “ You tell Arostle if he wants me out, to come get me. Otherwise im gonna hang here and finish this bottle and ride out the storm. “
Finnian has better luck as he encounters a young newlywed couple. The woman swollen from carrying a child in her belly. “ Thank you” the young man says. “ we were worried and didn't know what to do. We’ll head there at once.”
Kiwina hesitates for a moment, finds a home, knocks and explains what is going on. “Oh my,” said the liontaur mother of two cubs. The first cub was covered from the bottom to it’s waist. It struggled to free itself from the blanket but the liontaur ensured it stayed covered. The second sat in a large basket with only it’s liontaur torso and legs visible. “If Gynm says we need to go then we will go but what will other taurs say of my new cubs?” She then reveals the second child as a liontaur with a minotaur head. “I will be a laughing stock at the parent/teacher meetings. As a sorcerer, I have managed to cast an “extended illusion” on my first cub but I cannot cast it on both.” The second home-owner, argues for a moment but relents. “What’s going on with the children next door,” says the curious liontaur.
Falco follows along with Rolth but is struck by the words the witch said. Is the storm intelligent he asks himself? Those thoughts would have to wait till later.
Elyas hurries to join the others. There are a pair of houses nearby. ----- The storm bares down as the air begins to stink of rain and lightning bursts. Thunder booms.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+7=14 ; d20+7=24 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 9:13:17 PM
Rolth figures we have time for one more effort before we need to leave. He approaches the house where Sable failed to sway the occupants. He bangs the remaining shutter open, stands on the door the fellow is trying to lift, and bellows, "Get your stuff and get moving, Arostle's orders. Staying is not an option, your clan needs you now. RIGHT NOW!" (intimidate = 14)
He then moves to the house that Gothruk tried, and tells the drunkard, "Forget Arostle, I'm here and I'm saying to get your hindquarters in gear and move out with the clan. We're going to need everyone to pitch in and you're going if I have to drag you and your bottle off by the scruff of your neck. GET MOVING!" (intimidate = 24)
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Wednesday November 8th, 2017 10:29:40 PM
At the first house, Kiwina tells the young mother, "Your cubs look strong and healthy, which is always a blessing. Other families with newborns are reporting the same concerns -- you'll find yourself in good company." To himself, he notes that it might be best to address the issue of mixed children head-on with the group at large when enough folks gather.
At the second house he says, "She fears the children won't handle the travel well. I hope the rest of the clan can recognize a fellow child of Domi and help."
(OOC: It looks like Kiwina can carry about 150 additional pounds without losing speed, or about 320 additional pounds while maintaining a 35' rate.) "If you have food and a suitable container, let's make the most of it. I'll carry what I can." he says to the gathering clan. Unless someone has a saddle pack, though, it may not be that much.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Wednesday November 8th, 2017 11:22:15 PM I won't be staying to fix your door, and neither should you. I hope your clan can get along without you, because your chief sent me here to warn you OF A STORM LIKE YOU'VE NEVER SEEN BEFORE!
Having expressed some of his frustration at the pig-headedness of these people, Tsak looks around for anyone who's struggling to keep up on the path to the mountains. He won't help save 'stuff' but will do all he can for people.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+3=7 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 11:26:26 PM
(Intimidate = 7) (OOC: I thought maybe an intimidate roll may have helped with the above. It well might have, if Tsak didn't look and sound like an enraged puppy to these guys...)
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20-1=18 ; d20-1=5 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 2:17:25 AM
Sable moves on to a new house, knocking more gently this time and says ”You really need to leave now before the storm hits, let’s get you safely to the hills with the others in your tribe”. (Diplomacy 18)
Sable then moves to one last house and tries again. ”You lot, it is time to move - the storm approaches.” Diplomacy 5
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+1=16 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 7:22:07 AM
Falco follows Sable to one of the new houses trying to help convince the people to leave.
"I know it is an inconvenience but this really is a very dangerous situation. Please, your leaders, and us as representatives of the Eight Petal Rose, implore you to leave for safety."
{Diplomacy: 16}
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20=16 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 2:41:59 PM
Elyas catches up to Falco and tries to help him convince the people living there to move to higher ground.
We have seen the effectsof this storm from out on the sea, and we assure you it is not going to be an easy one. I know it is difficult to leave your homes, but please trust us to help keep you safe!
Diplomacy aid roll for Falco: 16
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20+9=26 ; d20+10=24 ; d20=14 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 3:43:09 PM
Finnian spends some time looking to the sky and trying to determine how much time they have until the storm hits and exactly how bad it will be.
[Perception 26, Knowledge Nature 24]
He then has time to go to another house. "Your clan chief has sent me I am to help you get to safety"
[Diplomacy 14]
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20-1=2 ; d3=2 ; d20-1=12 ; d20-1=13 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 5:21:04 PM
Gothruk nods to the man. Respecting his right to make his own decisions, even if they are reckless. Though you don't want to leave, can I ask of you to spread the word? You can take care of yourself but there will be families who need to move, the earlier they know the more they'll be able to take with them. For the good of your clan. (Diplomacy=2 if that is required)
He then moves onto the next house. Knock knock Hello. I have a message from Arostle. He's decided it would be best to evacuate to the caves where everyone will be safer. Help spread the word if you can. (Diplomacy = 12)
He moves onto the next house. Knocking on the door Hello! I bear a message from Arostle. He thinks the Clan will be safer up in the caves of the mountains. I'm going to keep spreading the message then return to the houses that need help. Diplomacy = 13
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (9:15 am) (Co-DM Matt) d20=7 ; d20=17 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 9:13:50 PM Rolth bangs on the house Sable had approached and took a very different approach. “Well, you don’t have to be rude,” shouted the liontaur. He then dropped the door and disappeared within the house. A moment later returning with his belonging. “Only because Arostle said so. If I find that’s not true..” He begins to threaten but heads toward the caves. Rolth moved to the next house. The drunk resident of this house cowers, drops his drink and stares blankly. Several children appear and are also shaken. Tsak is frustrated but everyone outside of the homes seems to be doing fine.
Kiwina informs the residents at his house that others have reported the same problem. “For some reason that’s not helpful,” the resident says but packs up her things and calls for her partner to help. They then head toward the caves. “I can certainly understand that,” says the second mother. She then accepts Kiwina’s offer for help.
Sable moves on to the next house and advises them to head out. They pack up without further instructions but the next house is outright hostile. “I’m not moving. It looks to me…” throwing a hand toward Rolth “...like you just want us to move from the houses so you can take them! I will have to speak to Arostle myself.” Falco assists Sable. The red-headed liontaur fumes but slowly settles after seeing Arostle leaving a neighbor’s house. “Ok,” he says then gathers his belongings.
Elyas finds a single room house. Inside the house is a family of five. “We have very little. I so hope we do not lose our house.” He then collects his children and they start toward the caves. Finnian’s final house is happy to leave and they give him no trouble. The sky is dark. The darkness begins to overwhelm the sky and the rain begins.
Gothruk respects the liontaur’s decision but adds, “Though you don't want to leave, can I ask of you to spread the word? You can take care of yourself but there will be families who need to move, the earlier they know the more they'll be able to take with them. For the good of your clan.” The liontaur takes another swallow and asks Gothruk to leave. “The good of the clan? Do you think the clan would do anything for me?” He then locks himself in the house. Gothruk moves to the next house. The liontaur couple seem partially willing to move. They have some reservations but ultimately thank Gorthruk and begins to pack. “Oh, by the way,” adds the male liontaur. “Axel, is a drunk. He assumes everyone is against him but it’s mainly just an issue with his drinking. He is actually a nice guy, when he is not drunk. Poor guy lost his family and takes it out on everyone.” A couple other families here the news and pack their bags.
---- The wind picks up. The rain begins to pelt everything with thick droplets. Perception vs DC: 17 Highlight to display spoiler: {} Marie’s shack, upon the sand begins to shake. Items begin flying from the home. With a really impressive perception you notice that Marie struggles with a large case. She attempts to drag it through the sand.
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=20 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 9:58:47 PM
(Roll: perception = 20)
Kiwina takes a count of the households ready to leave. The Petals have not been totally successful, but the majority of the clan is moving. He provides the help he promised when it comes to carrying food and maybe a few necessities like blankets. He also points out to the others if they've missed it that Marie has decided to move after all.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=12 ; Friday November 10th, 2017 1:29:50 AM
Perception = 12 failed to display spoiler
Tsak will walk with the Taur families to the mountain helping carry necessary supplies/keeping track of children. He's preoccupied with the work and hadn't noticed that Marie had decided to move until Kiwina pointed it out.
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+8=21 ; Friday November 10th, 2017 2:58:00 AM
Sable notices that Marie is struggling with a large bag and offers to help carry it.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+7=18 ; d20+3=23 ; Friday November 10th, 2017 7:10:31 AM
Rolth apologizes to the children and the drunkard, "Look, I'm sorry I startled you, but we need to make haste. Domi loves and protects all his children, but we need to do our part too! Now come on, let's go together to safety." With that, he turns and leaves, hoping to lead them along with the others to safety. If Sable needs a hand with the other end of Marie's case, Rolth will grab it too. (Perception = 18 to notice the case, success!) (Diplomacy = 23 with the kids and drunkard)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Friday November 10th, 2017 7:20:40 AM "Sable thank you for helping Marie."
Falco does what he can to aid Marie as well. "I am glad that you are taking this seriously Marie."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None Friday November 10th, 2017 11:07:37 AM
Gothruk joins up with the others briefly. [b] Are there any household that havn't been warned yet? [b/]
If there are some that have yet to be spoken to he'll approach them and say that they need to get moving. Otherwise he'll assist the drunkard with the children, slinging him over his shoulder if need be.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' Friday November 10th, 2017 3:32:56 PM
Finnian assists Guthruk if there is any houses left, if not he will also help heard the children.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+3=4 ; d20=3 ; Friday November 10th, 2017 6:22:28 PM
Elyas has already turned away from Marie's house, and does not notice anything happening with her (perception 4, natural 1).
He attempts to help with the last few families that are not leaving yet, if there are any (aid on diplomacy=3, so not going to be very helpful at all).
{OOC, hopefully this means I'm getting rid of some bad rolls? Maybe they will be better later?}
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (10:15 am) (Co-DM Matt) d20=14 ; d20=9 ; Friday November 10th, 2017 7:33:10 PM Kiwina takes a count of the households ready to leave and finds most are moving in that direction. He also notes Marie is moving toward them. Tsak walks with the taur families toward the mountain. Sable offers to help Marie with her belongings and she is gracious. Rolth apologizes, which seems to go over very well, even with a taur that is too drunk to stand. They begin to prepare and move but it’s very slow going. Rolth offers his assistance to the witch. Falco offers his help too. All the attention, to the witch draws grumbles from the Coalborn clan. Most keep their comments to themselves but it’s clear that the witch is not welcome. Gothruk asks about other households but finds they have all been covered.
---- The drunk liontaur purrs occasionally then suddenly switches to a mild growl. His big paws help his stand for the most part but his knees are none too happy to stay in place. His children try their best to help but they are young cubs and do not have the strength. With most of the clan already on the way the Petal’s get the brunt of the on-coming storm. The rain picks up and stings your faces as thunder booms overhead and lightning flashes. Perception vs DC: 14 Highlight to display spoiler: { Through the rain you notice that the lightning strikes something within the water. The large, dark item is just offshore. You can make out a vague shape.} Perception vs DC: 9Highlight to display spoiler: { Marie’s simple shack is no more as it’s picked up and taken away. It is tossed down the beach and is destroyed.} ----
The caves offer protection from the wind and rain.. but not fully. The strong winds blow some of the pelting rain in sideways soaking the sandy floor.
The taurs pile in and huddle in different groups. Mostly sticking to family ties . Some, who brought blankets bundle up. One liontaur gathers some wood and tries lighting a fire but fails with the wind and wetness in the air.
“ This is that witches fault” the liontaur making the fire says. “ she brought some dark magic and we’re all paying the price. Why’d you bring her in here!“
Rolth tries to reason with the liontaurs, "Let us not blame the messenger, just because she seems different. Did Marie not also lose her abode there on the beach--do you see there that it has been destroyed? And did she not warn us that something fell comes this way? Not to mention that, according to Gynm of Gynm, this storm already hit Minotaur Isle, even as Marie was here. It is hard to see how she could have caused all that. So let us stick together to stand against whatever evil comes, rather than incite disunity amongst those that remain here. Unless you have some evidence to present?" (Diplomacy = 21)
Kiwina pauses, seeing something jn the water and curious as to what it could be. He watches a moment and tries to figure it out (perception again = 15, nature = 19). He then turns back to the task of getting to the caves without leaving stragglers. Once there, seeing they are incomplete shelter, he looks for rocks or other materials that could be used to make things better.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=26 ; d20+6=14 ; Saturday November 11th, 2017 10:50:41 AM
Perception to view spoilers = 26
Gothruk wants to see how far back these caves go, it is also rare for large cave systems to not already house other animals. He'll light his sun rod and start exploring, stopping if he thinks he might get lost or if he sees any animals or creatures. Perception = 14
Tsak (Subbing for Damien) d20+6=16 ; Saturday November 11th, 2017 11:00:51 AM
Perception = 16 to view spoilers Tsak sees the events outside the cave. He starts looking around checking what resources people have brought. How long can the townspeople stay in the caves? He also encourages sharing of resources but dosn't force anyone to do anything the don't want.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+3=13 ; Saturday November 11th, 2017 2:29:30 PM
Perception 13
Elyas sees the hut destroyed, and is happy that they managed to go and talk to Marie before the storm got this bad. He looks around for a way to help, but is feeling a bit lost and out of his element at the moment. He lets the Petals with stronger leadership skills and presence take the lead, and let's them know he is happy to help in any way they need him to.
He realizes that likely no one has a great idea of what to do other than sit and wait out the storm, so for the time being he sits down with his back to one of the walls of the cave
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20+9=19 ; Sunday November 12th, 2017 7:18:45 PM
Finnian, having been woken up quickly and not given a chance to prepare his spell takes the time now. He dits and meditates and asks the wold for guodance.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+2=16 ; d20+1=16 ; Monday November 13th, 2017 8:16:06 AM
{Perception: 16}
As the group is moving Falco sees the lightning strike something in the water, he shouts over the storm to the Petals.
"Looks like there is something in the water, pretty big. This may be more then the storm keep your eyes open."
Once to the cave Falco stays near the entrance watching and listening. When he hears the comment he approaches the liontaur making the fire, first casting light on something near by and then using prestidigitation to try the speaker.
"That is two instances of magic that are helpful. The powers wielded by those like us are neither good nor evil. Would you throw me in the rain for providing light and helping you dry? " he speaks a little louder so others can hear "This storm is bad and may be part of something bigger. Marie, like myself and the Petals, may be of some help. Do not let lack of knowledge and fear cause you to act poorly."
{Diplomacy: 16}
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (10:30 am) (Co-DM Matt) d20=13 ; Monday November 13th, 2017 7:47:47 PM Rolth and Falco try to reason with the liontaurs and it seems to work for the moment as the complains stop. [b]Falco adds a demonstration to make sure everyone understands.
“Okay” the liontaur adds. “ I’m just saying its odd.. buy I guess you're right. She did lose everything.”
Falco and Kiwina notice the object out in the sea. The rain and darkness make any identification difficult. The wind picks up and other homes begin to disappear from their foundations. Kiwina and Tsak search for anything he could use to make things better. There is a pile of large rocks lying beside Kiwina, behind that is a stack of wood. Elyas is a bit lost and finds a place to sit. Beside him a small hybrid taur plays. It struggles to hold up the already larger minotaur head upon it’s small liontaur body. “I’m so sorry,” says the mother as she ushers the child closer to her. Finnian finds some time to meditate. Gothruk searches the caves. Gothruk only Highlight to display spoiler: {Several other liontaur follow, they look to be from the taurnament. “Do you hear that,” says one of the liontaur with a shock of blond hair. “It sounded like a thud? Maybe it was just a tree.” As you listen, you can hear several thuds. The sound is unusual but it continues on for several seconds. } -------- The wind whistles off the edge of the cave entrance. Thunder booms loudly. Perception vs DC: 13 Highlight to display spoiler: {You hear several heavy thuds outside the cave entrance. }
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=25 ; Monday November 13th, 2017 8:09:42 PM
Rolth perks up, grips his glaive, and moves towards the cave entrance. "What were those thuds?" He carefully peers out the entrance, making sure not to do so in a way that will let falling items hit him from above. If he sees no immediate threat, he will lift his gaze to look for the dark shape on the water mentioned by the others. (Perception = 25)
Kiwina (BatMark subbing for Steve) d20+8=20 ; d20+6=12 ; d20+10=26 ; Monday November 13th, 2017 8:19:17 PM
Kiwina also hears the thuds and steps up beside Rolth to scan for the source of the sound. (Perception =20) If nothing presents itself, he will also scan for the dark shape on the water, looking to see whether it is a creature, an object, or still a mystery. Did the lightning have any effect on it? Is it in distress? (Knowledge nature = 12) Does it look safe to go out and take a closer look, or is the storm too strong and lightning too close? (Survival = 26)
Tsak (Subbing for Damien) d20+6=9 ; Monday November 13th, 2017 9:13:06 PM
Tsak tries to gauge how the wind is moving around the caverns and using the rocks he creates a windbreak to protect the firepit. He asks Falco if he can dry the wood, it would make it a lot easier to get the fire going.
Tsak fails the perception check (1D20+6=9)
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+6=17 ; d20+6=22 ; Tuesday November 14th, 2017 4:13:57 AM
Sable hearing the heavy noise outside the entrance (Perception 17), readies his weapon and stands next to Rolth and also takes a harder look outside (Perception 22).
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+3=23 ; Tuesday November 14th, 2017 6:44:53 AM
Elyas watches the little taur play, and tries waving hello to it. As the mother tries to apologize, Elyas holds up a hand. This little one is no bother ma'am. Let him play. Is there anything you two need?
Elyas sits upright as he hears the strange thuds outside Perception 23, natural 20.
that didn't sound like thunder! Do any of you see anything? he asks the petals starting to gather by the front of the cave.
Elyas joins them, preparing to cast his protective shell if anything weird approaches from the storm.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+2=3 ; d20+8=17 ; d20+8=23 ; Tuesday November 14th, 2017 7:19:10 AM
{Perception: 3 - be jealous}
Falco gives the cave a cursory glance but cannot really focus he racks his mind for any other natural phenomenon he has heard of or any historic events. As he thinks he approaches Elyas.
"Any thoughts on this storm? I am trying to recall anything I may have read that would put this in context." . {Know: Nature 17} {Know: History 23}
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=16 ; Tuesday November 14th, 2017 9:34:32 AM
Gothruk listens harder trying to figure out where the thudding is coming from. Is it echoing through the tunnels to us? Is it caused by rock, wood, metal or other? Perception: Listen = 16
If Finnian has his spells he will begin to move towards the sounds and try to determine where the sound came from. Keep his eyes on the horizon and look for what is going on further down the beach.
The Storm
Matthew S. Co-DM The Storm (11:00 am) (Co-DM Matt) Tuesday November 14th, 2017 7:21:13 PM Rolth perked up and headed toward the cave entrance along with Kiwina, Sable, Elyas and Finnian. The sky over the water is dark and from this distance anything in the water is also black. The storm is blowing the wind across the entrance like daggers as the remaining trees outside strained to stand. Kiwina figured it would be safe to walk out into the storm. Just a little extra difficult to stand. (Acrobatics vs Dc 11 - if going outside the entrance) Several of you do notice figures lying outside the cave entrance. All of them large and taur-like. Upon a closer study you notice they are taurs. Two centaur and a minotaur to be exact. Their clothes are torn and they are wet. They struggle to move, let alone stand up. --- Tsak uses the rocks to create a windbreak and protect the firepit. He asked for help with starting a fire. An able-bodied young liontaur offers to help and the fire is lit and warm. Elyas tries to assure the mother but she is still apprehensive. He asks to help. Falco approached Tsak and asked for thoughts on any history. The mother of two replied, “I have never, in my history, seen a storm like this. This clan has been here for thousands of years.” To Elyas, “Some answers would be helpful,” she replied, knowing full well answers will be hard to come by. Gothruk, further within the cave, listened and found some of the thuds seem to be coming from within one of the tunnels. It’s a soft thud followed by a crash. After a moment, there is a commotion and several sheep begin to wander toward the group. Their bahhing sounds distressed and pained, louder than a man speaks. ----------
Kiwina (BatMark subbing for Steve) d20+2=21 ; Tuesday November 14th, 2017 8:44:48 PM
Kiwina says, "The aumakua would not look favorably upon us if we do not even try to save these taurs, let us move to see what can be done." With that, he shields his face from the wind and moves toward the fallen taurs. (Acrobatics = 21, success) If they do not appear to pose a threat, physical or eldritch, he will try to ask them how they came to be here, and whether they would join us in the caves. If they agree, he will help one of the centaurs, using a loop of rope if necessary.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+4=18 ; Tuesday November 14th, 2017 8:51:27 PM
Rolth sees his comrade Kiwina move out into the rain, and is determined to join him. "Domi, grant me strength!" he mutters as he shoulders into the wind, moving toward the other centaur. (Acrobatics = 18, success) He follows Kiwina's lead, checking over the centaur before offering to help.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Tuesday November 14th, 2017 10:46:50 PM
Tsak decides not to go out in the storm, but tries to get a rope around those that do so that they can be pulled to safety if required. He moves to assist any taurs once inside the cave, helping them to a place by the fire and seeing what can be done for cuts or abrasions.
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+4=23 ; d20+4=24 ; Wednesday November 15th, 2017 2:04:50 AM
Sable thinks Tsak’s idea of using a rope is a good one - he prepares to haul in folks from the storm as needed (Strength check - 23). While waiting to haul in the Taurs, he will take a hard look at the sheep (Knowledge Nature - 24).
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Wednesday November 15th, 2017 8:54:09 AM
Looking at the story Falco thinks he will be little use helping out there. At his weight he may just blow clear out to sea. Instead of helping with that he gathers the children in the near one of the walls.
"Children come here and I will tell you a tale." if the children move near him begins a tale of a group of travelers who also face a storm and find themselves on an island, their boat wrecked.
It begins: "Sit right here and I will tell a tall, a tale of a fated trip. It started right here on this very isle with a skipper who was true. Sadly the weather started getting rough and their sturdy ship was tossed. The crew was brave and they landed on an uncharted little isle."
He goes on as long as they will listen about the peoples zany adventures. Each idea more outlandish then the last until they are happily rescued by a passing ship.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20-1=4 ; Wednesday November 15th, 2017 10:29:41 AM
Gothruk will do his best to not seem threatening towards the sheep. He'll walk steadily towards them guiding them into the cave, he's no master but he's seen farmers move livestock before and attempts to imitate. (isn't trained in handle animal)
Diplomacy if relevent 1D20-1=4
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+3=12 ; Wednesday November 15th, 2017 11:43:49 AM
Elyas squints out of the cave entrance, but for now feels like he would be more of a hindrance than a help in carrying the Taurs in from the storm. He doesn't want to be stuck out there himself needing to be rescued.
Instead, he casts Light on a fist-sized rock and tosses it out into the storm to help his companions see more clearly. (perception roll of 12 as he tries to see anything else lit up by his glowing rock)
Do you two see anything out there? He calls out to Kiwina and Rolth
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20+7=14 ; d20+9=12 ; Wednesday November 15th, 2017 4:32:28 PM
[ooc So since I just had the opportunity to prepare my spells I am going to say that I had prepped CLW and left my other slot for level 1 spells open and can fill it with 15 min. meditation.]
Finnian follows the other two out into the rain leaving his bow unstrung in the cavern so as to nit dampen his string. Naturally acobatic Finnian leaps into the wind but he has to focus all his ability to not be blown away. [Acrobatics=14] The rain makes it hard to see but he does his best to keep alert as he moves as fast as he can to help the fallen Taurs. [Perception=12]
Co- Dm shawn -the storm drenches d20=5 ; d20=9 ; d20=19 ; d20=9 ; Wednesday November 15th, 2017 9:26:27 PM Kiwina moves out to check on the taurs laying in the ground. The win pushes at him making his steps lumber and move at a slower pace.
[Rolth [/b] follows his friend and also has to push against the storm. One thing both notice is sound is being drowned out. A yell might get lost in the winds like a grain of sand on the beach.
Tsak comes up with the idea of tying a rope on those that go out incase they need to be dragged in. Sable thinks its a good idea. (Ooc: if Rolth or Kiwina want it.. they can retro it in.)
The sheep came from deeper in the cave and look scared. A massive storm can do that to an animal.
Falco sits down and calls the children over and begins telling a story. First one child listens, then another... one by one about half the children trickle over to listen.
Gothruk moves closer to the sheep trying to heard them. A few bolt passed and start heading for the mouth. Some move back into the passage they came from. The bahhing doesnt stop.. they are still scared.
Elyas decidesn he would be more help in the cave and casts light on a rock and throws it into the storm. He calls out to see if any of them see anything.
Finnian moves up to to the beach with the others. His eyes strain against the rain and wnd.
The trio venturing onto the beach are aboit halfway to the taurs. The wind and rain is like a wall.. it slows everything to a standstill.
The taurs can be seen to be soaked... their cloaks are saturated.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+4=13 ; Wednesday November 15th, 2017 9:45:45 PM
Rolth gratefully accepted the offer of a lifeline from Sable. With this added security, he pushes on toward the fallen taurs. (Acrobatics = 13, success!)
Kiwina (BatMark subbing for Steve) d20+2=8 ; Wednesday November 15th, 2017 9:49:34 PM
Kiwina also accepts the assistance via rope from Tsak and presses on toward the Taurs on the sand. However, the wind proves too much, and he stumbles to his knees before he can reach his goal. (Acrobatics = 8, fail)
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+3=13 ; Thursday November 16th, 2017 2:01:03 AM
Sable maintains his position with the rope and tries to keep the sheep inside the cave as well (Handle Animal - 13)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Thursday November 16th, 2017 6:16:40 AM
Tsak does not yet attempt to retrieve Kiwina as he may still recover and reach a fallen taur. In fact keeping the rope firm so that Kiwina does not fall further, he realises that he will need help if he is to return his giant friend to the cave. Straining to have his voice heard over the wind, Falco's preposterous imitation of a screwy first-mate and the bleating of rogue sheep he yells to Gothruk and Elyas for assistance.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20-1=11 ; Thursday November 16th, 2017 9:14:38 AM
With the storm going on outside and deeper into the caves surrounded by panicked and loud sheep, Gothruk dosn't hear Tsak's calls for aid.
He keeps trying to calm the sheep that are still around him.
(OOC - I don't know what to do! Can someone not trained in handle animal calm an animal at all? Logically so but I don't know how that converts mechanics wise. The closest thing I can think of is Diplomacy so I'm going to keep rolling that.)
Diplomacy 1D20-1=11
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Thursday November 16th, 2017 9:40:03 AM
Falco watches his partners as they go about dealing with things outside. Only going out there if I have to I think. Not a place for someone who ways as little as me.
Seeing the kids gather, instead of finishing his story he adds some in the middle. A tale about a meteor that landed on the island. Any who got close to it aged very quickly only to have their age revert with distance. After some zany misadventures by the 1st mate Billigan they manage to tie the rock to a log and set it adrift.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+1=19 ; Thursday November 16th, 2017 11:31:16 AM
Elyas moves over to help Tsak with the rope, trying to keep Kiwina steady. He puts what little weight he has into anchoring the rope.
Assist Task, Str roll = 19
Matthew S. Co-DM The Storm (12:00 pm) (Co-DM Matt) d20=2 ; d20=2 ; d20=3 ; d20+4=11 ; Thursday November 16th, 2017 8:40:03 PM Rolth heads toward the fallen taurs with Sable’s line tied to him. Kiwina takes the rope from Tsak but the wind forces him to stumble. Sable manages the rope and steps into the sheep causing them to turn back into the cave. Tsak doesn’t yet attempt to retrieve Kiwina figuring he may still reach one of the fallen taurs. He shouts for help from the others. Gothruk is unable to hear Tsak’s call for aid. He tries to calm the sheep by talking to them. The animals are terrified and indifferent to Gothruk so the attempt doesn’t result in much of anything. The sheep, though begin to settle after a moment. Falco watches his partners outside. He decides to comfort the many children with a tale. Elyas moves to help Tsak hold the rope. --- Gothruk notices large patches of fur pulled from the sheep, leaving them bald in several areas. Deep within the cave is another crash and a growl. The sounds of hooves approaching.
Outside in the wind and rain Rolth manages to reach the first taur. Rolth only: Highlight to display spoiler: { A centaur stands uneasy in front of you. It’s right arm is broken and swings freely. It’s knees are bowed. The human-like figure standing in front of you slumps forward staring with a pair of fearful eyes. The shock from the sight causes the need of a ‘Will Save DC 13’ to avoid being shaken for 1d6 rounds.} Kiwina falls before reaching the second taur. Kiwina only Highlight to display spoiler: { The Minotaur stands several feet from him. Through the rain you can make out the human-like figure with the enlarged torso and head. You can also make out that the taur is dragging his right foot. The taur notices you and suddenly summons a spectral echo of the rushing waters. The rush of water carries the minotaur toward the cave entrance. Kiwina Acrobatics vs DC 20 due to flood. To avoid being carried into the cave entrance.} A rush of water bursts into the cave entrance. A broken minotaur is carried into the cave. He searches for Kiwina but notices Tsak standing near and bull rushes CMB 11 vs. Tsak CMD Note: This bull rush attempt doesn’t provoke attacks of opportunity.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20+7=11 ; Thursday November 16th, 2017 8:58:25 PM
Finnian is slower than the others but continues to run [Acrobatics 11]
Sorry insane day, but I'll post tomorrow on this too
Kiwina (BatMark subbing for Steve) d20+2=13 ; Thursday November 16th, 2017 9:05:41 PM
Kiwina goggles at the surprising spectral wave that bears the limping minotaur past him and into the cave. He tries to regain his footing in the eldritch tide, but despite his efforts is washed into the cave entrance. (Acrobatics = 13)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+2=6 ; d20+1=7 ; Thursday November 16th, 2017 10:09:14 PM
Rolth looks into the haunted eyes of the broken centaur, and is shaken. (Will save = 6, fail) He nevertheless tries to put a brave face on it and encourage the taur to grasp forearms with his good arm, and head back to the safety of the cave. His sickly smile may not be very convincing. (Diplomacy = 7)
(DM-OOC: Changed your heading for you :)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Friday November 17th, 2017 7:12:25 AM "Well children I need to check on my teammates but if this last too long I will tell more stories."
Falco turns in time to see the rush of water the mouth of the cave. He moves forward to see what the commotion is about.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=18 ; Friday November 17th, 2017 9:42:07 AM
Gothruk will draw his Guisarme holding it lightly in his hands while he tries to identify the growling or what's making the hoof noises.
Perception 1D20+6=18
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+8=14 ; Friday November 17th, 2017 9:58:14 AM
Elyas is startled to see the minotaur coming in on a wave of water and going after Tsak.
His first instinct is to attack this newcomer, but he quickly decides not to be the one to escalate this into a full-on bloody fight.
Instead, Elyas hangs on to the rope and backs into the cave as others start drawing weapons. He casts his protective ward (OOC, +1 deflection AC to all allies in 10 feet for 3 rounds, use 1 of 6 for the day)
He also tries to identify what spell the Minotaur used, hoping to get an idea of what kind of caster they're dealing with here. Spellcraft check = 14
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+2=3 ; d20+5=22 ; 2d4+3=8 ; Friday November 17th, 2017 10:08:49 PM
(CMD=18, sense motive=3, attack = 22, damage = 8) Tsak has no chance of avoiding the taur. He is able to keep his balance as he slides for a bit along the worn cave floor, dissipating the energy of the attack. Having no understanding of this unknown taur's motives and feeling like he was targeted, he reacts by going into battle mode - with a roar he swings his sword at his opponent.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' Friday November 17th, 2017 11:05:09 PM "what was I thinking coming out in this weather? I guess if the others can come out here then I should be able to too" Finnian thinks to himself as he continues to struggle through the storm.
Matthew S. Co-DM The Storm(Combat) (12:30 pm) (Co-DM Matt) d20=8 ; d20+1=11 ; d20=9 ; d20+4=20 ; d8+3=10 ; d20=13 ; d20+2=10 ; d20=11 ; d20=12 ; Friday November 17th, 2017 11:44:40 PM
(OOC: correction. You are near the cave entrance.. It’s a bit rocky and at a higher elevation than the beach. -- The entrance to the cave is 30 foot wide and 20 foot height. -- Gothruk is 50 foot from the front entrance. The cave height, at the back of the cave, is the same but the length of the entrance in front of Gothruk is 10 foot. A second entrance is to your left. ) Finnian struggles out in the rain. He is ten-foot near from the centaur and the shaken Rolth. Kiwina[b] tries to stand but is washed up and carried into the cave entrance, leaving him prone and 20 foot from the drenched minotaur. [b]Rolth is shaken up.. (OOC: Roll 1d6 for # of rounds shaken. Take off one for this round) Rolth stretches forward to help the centaur but the eyes of this creature have no soul. It heartlessly attempts a water filled slam upon the shaken liontaur but it misses. The slam, plus the wind and rain also causes the centaur to fall forward to his knees prompting an AOO. Falco turns to see the commotion. He sees the large minotaur near Tsak. Elyas is startled by the arrival of the minotaur. He casts a protective ward on his allies and studies the Flood spell the minotaur cast but unfortunately the minotaur cast the spell 30 feet away and in the wind and rain. ---- The minotaur looks to Tsak. The minotaur takes the significant blow but says nothing. It barely reacts at all. It then charges to Gore with a pair of seaweed laden horns (Ac: 20 for 10 hp)
Gothruk draws his weapon as a wet centaur enters from the tunnel. This creature is broken beyond reason. Its head partially caved in. It holds the monstrosity of a face canted to the left. It's equine body thin and malnourished. A sudden flood of water carries the centaur into Gothruk (bull rush CMB: 10 vs. Gothruk CMD). (Acrobatics vs 12 Gothruk to stay on your feet) (This bull rush attempt doesn’t provoke attacks of opportunity.) The water sweeps up several of the sheep and a few of the villagers. The rush of water stops near [b]Falco, delivering several of the children, sheep and older villagers.
A liontaur follows the centaur… but it waits and does not attack. Sense Motive vs DC 11 Highlight to display spoiler: {} The liontaur seems to be a bit confused but very angry. The anger is so strong[/spoiler[
Floodslain Minotaur(attacking Tsak): AC: 19 HP remaining: 3 Floodslain Centaur(attacking Rolth): AC: 19 HP remaining: 11 Floodslain Centaur(attacking Gothruk): AC: 19 HP remaining: 11 Floodslain Liontaur(waiting): AC: 20 HP remaining: 11
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+4=12 ; Saturday November 18th, 2017 4:29:31 AM
Sable in one move, draws his greatsword and attacks the nearest Floodslain Centaur - and misses (12).
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: Shaken d6=3 ; d20+2=17 ; d4+3=6 ; d20+2=17 ; d20=9 ; Saturday November 18th, 2017 7:34:29 AM
(OOC: d6 =3, Rolth is shaken for three rounds, including this one)
Rolth sympathy for the broken taur turns to disgust, as he realizes that this is just a soulless husk rather than a fellow taur worthy of his concern. As the thing flounders to its knees in front of him, he takes a quick but shaky swat with his paw. (AoO: 17 to hit = miss, unless the floodslain centaur has an AC penalty for being on its knees; in the latter case, damage = 6)
With that, Rolth withdraws from this loathsome creature, moving back towards the cave entrance. (Withdraw action to double move back, avoiding an AoO; acrobatics = 17, success!) From there, he tries make sense of the chaos in the cave, but is too overwhelmed to take it all in. (Sense motive = 9, fail thanks to being shaken)
"Liontaurs and minotaurs and sheep, oh my!"
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+7=23 ; Saturday November 18th, 2017 9:20:59 AM
[Acrobatics=23] Seeing Rolth swing at the creature and then book it back past him towards the cave Finnian decides that trying to fight this thing out in the open with no bow is a bad idea. He turns and runs towards the cave but turns back and gestures to the ground raising his arms up. The plants in the area begin to grow and entangle the Taur.
[ooc: I forgot that I do always have entangle prepared, as it is my domain spell. If there are no plants in The area forget this, I'll just double move to the cave. But if I can cast it. There is now a circle with a 40 foot radius centered on the Taur that is difficult terrain andthe Taur must pass a DC 13 REF save or gain the entangled condition]
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=18 ; d20+4=20 ; d8+4=5 ; d20+4=10 ; d20+6=10 ; 2d6+4=7 ; d20+6=24 ; 2d6+4=15 ; Saturday November 18th, 2017 10:53:32 AM
Gothruk stands steady against the corpse as well as the rush of water. (Resists bullrush CMD=18)(Resists wave Acrobatics 1D20+6=18)
He lashes out against the centaur assaulting him with a Flurry of blows: To Hit = 20. Damage = 5 Second attack to hit = 10. Miss
(Am I correct in thinking that it attempted a bull rush as well as a standard attack?)
If they provoke attacks of opportunity Gothruk lashes out with his Guisarme, to hit = 10. Damage = 7 (Just incase) 2nd attack due to combat Reflexes if another Provokes, to hit = 24 Damage = 15.
[link href=httpsdocs.google.comdocumentd1ayB4wG13WH4zWl-IGZFl_Qj8MFTXQix-pbkh662LyfIedit]Gothruk Gore[link] (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 11/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: Wet & Surrounded by sheep Saturday November 18th, 2017 11:03:20 AM
(Fixing link to player sheet at well as correcting HP)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 9/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+5=22 ; 2d4+3=7 ; Saturday November 18th, 2017 9:15:03 PM
(Attack=22, Dmg=7) This thing! This thing is no longer a minotaur, but it still packs a wallop. Tsak stabs the point of his falchion thru it's throat, finishing it's miserable existence
He turns to keep a wary eye on the broken liontaur, his guard up. Tsak gathers his strength, moves a little closer and waits for an opportunity to strike.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+4=5 ; Sunday November 19th, 2017 8:14:27 PM
Elyas draws his crossbow, but doesn't have time to load and fire it, so instead fires off a quick burst of acid at the creature attacking Gothruk, but his aim is very far off the mark
Natural 1 on the attack with acid splash
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+8=21 ; d20+8=14 ; Monday November 20th, 2017 7:06:14 AM "What exactly is going on. Why attack us when we are all in danger?"
He moves closer to the attackers trying to figure out what is motivating this attack. As they controlled?
{Know Arcane: 21} {Know Nature: 14}
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Monday November 20th, 2017 7:28:13 AM
Kiwina regains his feet after his watery ride and draws weapons (shortspear and shortsword), looking to see who mosr needs aid.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the storm drenches Monday November 20th, 2017 11:46:17 PM
Rolth and Finnian - Outside the Cave with Fs Centaur Sable, Tsak, Kiwina and Elyas - at Cave entrance with Fs Minotaur Falco center of the cave Gothruk is in the back fighting Fs Centaur. ---- I believe I got everyone --
Rolth is shaken for 2 more rounds. He realizes it is a soul-less husk of a taur. Rolth swings, with his paw and strikes the Fs Centaur for 6 dmg. (OOC: Prone rules have no kneel so -4 AC) Rolth withdraws to the cave entrance where the #1 Fs Minotaur stands against Sable and Tsak. Finnian heads back to the cave entrance, turns and casts Entangle upon the ground at the #2 Fs Centaur’s feet. (vs. DC 13) Sable in one move draws his greatsword and attacks the nearest #1 Fs Minotaur but misses. Tsak attacks the #1 Fs Minotaur taking it down. The creature falls in a pool of water. Elyas attempts to attack #1 Fs Minotaur but it is down. The acid falling harmlessly beside the body. Falco asks if the creatures are being controlled. He cannot detect any form of control. Kiwina draws his sword at the cave entrance looking to see who needs aid.
The mighty Gothruk stands strong against the rush of water and the bullrush. He throws a flurry of blows for dmg of 5 (OOC: Just a combat maneuver- bull rush to hopefully knock you off your feet. Didn’t work :) This special attack does not provoke AOO)
----- #1 Floodslain Minotaur(attacking Tsak): AC: 19 HP remaining: dead #2 Floodslain Centaur(attacking Rolth): AC: 19 HP remaining: 5 #3 Floodslain Centaur(attacking Gothruk): AC: 19 HP remaining: 6 #4 Floodslain Liontaur(waiting): AC: 20 HP remaining: 11
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 9/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+5=12 ; Tuesday November 21st, 2017 6:09:59 AM
(Attack = 12) Tsak, heart hammering, keeps his guard up and his eyes firmly on the liontaur as he issues directions that he hopes make sense. Sable, go help Gothruk, Elyas give Rolth and Finnian a hand. Kiwina stick with me. He makes a stab at the Liontaur. It's a bit half-hearted, but hopefully he can distract the creature and give Kiwina a clear shot.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+4=17 ; d6+1=2 ; Tuesday November 21st, 2017 7:08:10 AM Seems this is not a situation for reason. Me need to protect the people in the cave.
Reluctantly Falco steps forward and launches a little dart of acid at the closest attacker.
{Acid Dart vs Touch: 17} {Damage: 2}
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: Shaken (2nd of d20+2=14 ; d10+4=5 ; d20+2=9 ; d10+4=14 ; Tuesday November 21st, 2017 7:10:43 AM
Rolth, still disturbed by what he saw in the centaur's dead eyes, steels himself to guard the cave entrance. "I am an Adventurer, and an Adventurer is within me. I am an Adventurer, and an Adventurer is within me." With that, he draws his glaive and casts a wary eye for foes approaching. (Rolth readies an attack with his glaive, to be taken if one of the floodslain comes within his 10' reach (+a 5' step if necessary) at the cave mouth. He will also take an attack of opportunity with the glaive if any floodslain attempt to move through his threatened area.) (Readied attack = 14, Damage = 5; AoO = 9, Damage = 14)
To Finnian, with a little quaver in his voice, "Nice spell. Now shoot it!
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+4=12 ; Tuesday November 21st, 2017 8:41:57 AM
Sable moves to help gothruk, swings (12) and misses.
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+4=21 ; d6+2=6 ; Tuesday November 21st, 2017 10:26:42 AM
Kiwina moves into position to attack the liontaur with the shortspear. (Hits AC: 21, 6 damage)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 11/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: Wet & Surrounded by sheep d20+4=18 ; d20+4=22 ; d8+4=10 ; Tuesday November 21st, 2017 10:53:13 AM
Gothruk continues with his onslaught, kicking the centaur down next to him and laying into it with his hooves.
First attack=18, miss. Second attack=22, Hit. Damage= 1D8+4 = 10
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+3=22 ; d3+3=5 ; Tuesday November 21st, 2017 2:06:39 PM
Finnian rushes over and sees his bow propt against the inside of the cave "There is no time" he thinks to himself. Drawing on the power of the Wold that the druids had given him Finnian allows his fists to grow hard. They stiffen with the rigidity of seasond oak and tiny thorns sprout out. he swings at the taur near Rolth.
[attack=22, Damage=5]
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+4=22 ; d8=7 ; Tuesday November 21st, 2017 2:46:27 PM
Elyas loads his crossbow and fires a shot at the creature out with Finnian and Rolth. He takes a deep breath and fires, hitting the creature squarely
(22 to hit, 7 damage)
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the storm drenches d20-1=9 ; d20+4=24 ; d20+5=15 ; d20-1=4 ; d20-1=13 ; 2d6+3=13 ; Wednesday November 22nd, 2017 12:40:32 AM
(Ooc: Note - the liontaur is fifty feet from the entrance. You will need a move action to hit it.) Tsak Rezar throws out tactics for the others to follow. He stabs at the liontaur but misses.
Falco unleashes a little acid dart which connects on the flank of the floodslain centaur attacking Gothruk. Rolth steps back to the cave entrance, a mantra on his lips as he pulls out his weapon and readies incase one of the floodslain come to him. “Nice spell” he says to Finnian “Now shoot it.”
Sable tries to help Gothruk but fails.
Kiwina moves fifty feet, plants the end of the spear into the liontaurs flank for 6 dmg. If the creature felt pain, it does not show it.
Gothuk puts the floodslain centaur that was attacking him down. He looks to the other centaur and liontaur and sees he has a straight line to them.
Finnian runs towards the taur and casts a spell, turning his hands into thorns and wood. As he gets ready to attack the creature dies.
Elyas fires a shot from his crossbow. Even firing into melee doesn’t even fault his shot and it plows into the skull of the creature, splashing gore out the other side. The floodslain #2 is entangled from the spell, but starts breaking through the weeds and moving out of the area.
FS#4 swings at Kiwinaburying his axe into the mans shoulder. 13 dmg!. It also swipes at him but misses.
----- #1 Floodslain Minotaur(attacking Tsak): AC: 19 HP remaining: dead #2 Floodslain Centaur(attacking Rolth): AC: 19 HP remaining: dead #3 Floodslain Centaur(attacking Gothruk): AC: 19 HP remaining:dead #4 Floodslain Liontaur(Kiwina): AC: 20 HP remaining: 5
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 9/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+5=15 ; Wednesday November 22nd, 2017 12:56:32 AM
(Attack=15, miss) Tsak tries again to stab the liontaur, but it moves too quickly and his blow fails to land.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+5=13 ; Wednesday November 22nd, 2017 4:46:25 AM
Elyas moves a little closer to the last creature and fires another crossbow bolt, shooting wide
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: Shaken (3rd of d20+7=23 ; d20+2=4 ; d20+2=3 ; Wednesday November 22nd, 2017 6:55:03 AM
Rolth looks on in relief as Elyas and Finnian defeat the hideous thing that had been a centaur in life. He begins to calm down a bit, and peers out into the storm, watching for more of these creatures, and still shakily readying himself to attack them if they try to enter the cave. (Perception = 23; Readied attack with glaive = 4; AoO with glaive = 3)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+4=6 ; Wednesday November 22nd, 2017 8:13:57 AM
Mumbeling to himself as he moves closer to the hostile taur "What a waste." Flaco launches another acid dart hoping to end this fight but the dart clearly misses.
{To Hit: 6}
"It this is the end of days why fight each other. Just wasteful"
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+2=11 ; d20+1=21 ; d20+1=8 ; d20+1=16 ; d6+1=3 ; Wednesday November 22nd, 2017 9:25:30 AM
Kiwina attacks with all he has, trying to finish the liontaur before it can strike him or his friends again. (Shortspear/shortsword/hoof/hoof -- shortsword hits for 3 points damage)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 11/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: Wet & Surrounded by sheep d20+6=14 ; d20+4=14 ; d20+4=15 ; Wednesday November 22nd, 2017 9:33:13 AM
Gothruk sees one of the other beasts land a huge slash across Kiwina and time seems to stop for a second before he realises that Kiwina is still alright, that would have downed, even killed any normal man. Enraged that it had caused a party member such injuries he charges trying to kill it but fails to land a meaningful blow. Aoo to hit = 14 if it provokes.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the storm drenches d20+3=23 ; d20+3=14 ; d20-3=8 ; d20-3=9 ; d20-3=4 ; 2d8+4=12 ; Wednesday November 22nd, 2017 11:02:44 PM Tsak attempts to attack the liontaur but misses. Elyas fires into the melee around the liontaur but misses. The bolt skirts close to Kiwina barely missing him. Falco fires off another acid dart and misses. The dart is also danger-close to Kiwina. Kiwina swings wildly with his Shortspear and short sword hitting for 3 dmg. (OOC: I got that you have two weapon fighting but hoof/hoof? That would be four attacks) Gothruk is angry and charges but misses the liontaur as it steps backward into the cave. Rolth is thankful they defeated the floodslain centaur. He watches for more creatures and is ready for anything. ---- The creature is hurt but… it slams its battleaxe into Kiwina. The axe almost tears his arm off, and the blood starts pouring out of the wound as soon as the axe comes out. (12 dmg) Crit confirmed.
----- #1 Floodslain Minotaur(attacking Tsak): AC: 19 HP remaining: dead #2 Floodslain Centaur(attacking Rolth): AC: 19 HP remaining: dead #3 Floodslain Centaur(attacking Gothruk): AC: 19 HP remaining:dead #4 Floodslain Liontaur(Kiwina): AC: 20 HP remaining: 2
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+6=9 ; Wednesday November 22nd, 2017 11:36:43 PM
Sable moves to the last opponent and misses again. (9)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 9/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+5=6 ; Thursday November 23rd, 2017 12:45:48 AM
(attack=6! [OOC hopes no fumbles]) The horrendous wound to Kiwina unnerves Tsak and he completely misses on his next attempt to attack the creature.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d4+1=5 ; Thursday November 23rd, 2017 2:09:55 AM
Elyas grips his bonded dagger and yells at the last unnatural creature as it lays into Kiwana. He conjures up a ball of force and hurls it into the broken creature
Magic missile, auto hit for 5 damage
(Ooc, Here is the wold rules for taurs, and why he got 4 attacks)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 11/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: Wet & Surrounded by sheep Thursday November 23rd, 2017 6:29:07 AM
Seeing that the last opponent has fallen Gothruk will stab his Guisarme deep into the creatures spine making sure it dead, (always doubletap with Zombies) before moving over to Kiwina helping him lay down so we can tend to his wounds. Anyone got bandages!? He yells over the storm Some healing Magic would go a long way too
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Thursday November 23rd, 2017 8:15:48 AM "Sadly my magic is not the right kind for healing."
He turns back to the locals in the cave. "I hope you are all right everyone. Children, you were very brave I am proud of you. I wish I was as brave as you."
Kiwina (Steve M) (3/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Thursday November 23rd, 2017 8:31:33 AM "Thanks, Elyas. That was brutal," Kiwina says as he realizes the liontaur is down. As Gothruk helps him, Kiwina does what he can to tend his wounds.
(Ooc: I think the question might be whether I applied the rules house correctly or whether the hoof attacks had a greater penalty to hit. I'll reread that, since I applied the penalties by memory.)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=16 ; Thursday November 23rd, 2017 10:24:31 AM
(OOC: Here are the centaur combat rules; similar ones apply to liontaurs. Centaurs in Combat Centaurs use the same rules as all D&D creatures for natural attacks and attacks with manufactured weapons. As a standard attack, centaurs can make one hoof attack or one weapon attack. As a full round attack, centaurs can make usual weapon attacks and two secondary hoof attacks at -5 to hit. Centaurs can take the Multiattack feat to reduce this secondary attack penalty from -5 to -2. Centaurs can also take a unique Centaur Charge feat.)
Rolth sees that Kiwina is being well tended to, so he focused on the downed floodslain, searching them for signs that they are coming back to life--a staple of horror stories told around the campfire, clues to where and how they were turned into floodslain, and any loot they might still have. (Perception = 16) (OOC: shaken condition has expired)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d8+1=5 ; Thursday November 23rd, 2017 5:58:13 PM
Finnian rolls backwards and retrieves his bow. He begins to string it but notices that there are none of the creatures left standing. So instead he walks over to Kiwana and kneels down. "here," he says softly and places his hand on him. Still not sure of how it works Finnian begins to draw upon the power of the Wold to heal Kiwana. [Kiwana is heald for 5]
He raises and looks around. "what the blazes were those things?" he asks
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the storm drenches Friday November 24th, 2017 12:25:06 AM
Elyas' magic missle steals the last bit of unlife from the creature. Others rush to to Kiwina to make sure he is still with them, and give him some healing.
"What are these things" Finnian asks, but only gets a shrug or shake of the head. "Zombie?' one liontaur asks.
The storm seems to have picked up strength, as the wind is way stronger then before.The rain is coming down at odd angles, and is even bouncing off the ground hard enough that it feels like rain is coming from below.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 9/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Friday November 24th, 2017 2:17:30 AM
Tsak has first aid materials and will use them to ensure that Kiwina is able to rest properly and gain the most from the good night's sleep that he (hopefully) will get despite the storm. Tsak himself is also feeling a little second hand and hopes that he will have a chance to rest for the night as well. Thank you Elyas, I don't know that I could have taken another whack from that creature.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 9/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+5=21 ; Friday November 24th, 2017 3:52:12 AM
(Long term care = 21) OOC - apologies, this is the roll for using the healing kit on Kiwina.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Friday November 24th, 2017 5:39:51 AM
Elyas nods to Tsak and Kiwina as they thank him, feeling happy that he was able to contribute this time instead of always being the one who needs help.
Is everyone ok?
Elyas looks around at the group to see who is injured and who got through unscathed.
Whatever those things were, they seem to be dead again. we should burn the bodies. There may be more of them out there, so we need to keep a close watch tonight. We need to watch the front and back
Kiwina (Steve M) (8/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Friday November 24th, 2017 8:45:57 AM
Kiwina settlles in, knowing it's necessary to recover from his wounds. He would rather be actively guarding the caves.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Friday November 24th, 2017 10:35:56 AM
Contuning to check on the rest of the refugees Falco, particularly the children. [b] "I think you all need to keep towards the back of the cave. This is a strange but the Petals are here for you."[ /b]
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Friday November 24th, 2017 11:33:49 AM
Rolth will suggest to Arostle that his people could help finish the rainblock at the mouth of the cave, using the materials at hand. If enough materials are available, a sheep pen might also be handy. As much as Rolth wants to explore deeper into the cave, to find out where the sheep and other floodslain came from, he sees the wisdom in resting and recovering tonight. Tomorrow, we can set out to explore a little bit. Rolth volunteers to take a watch at the mouth of the cave, and agrees that we need to watch the cave mouth and the back. (Perception = Perhaps Kiwina could sleep with one of the Potions of Healing, in case we have another attack and he needs to juice up before entering the fray.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=23 ; Friday November 24th, 2017 11:34:38 AM
Perception =23 to keep watch (OOC: I must have hit the submit instead of roll button)
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+6=20 ; Friday November 24th, 2017 2:59:51 PM
Sable will help search the bodys for clues and to help burn them (Perception 20)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d8+1=4 ; d20+9=21 ; Friday November 24th, 2017 5:32:45 PM
Finnian had a new spell that he wanted try out, but seeing how hurt Kiwana is he will sit down and prepare another CLW and then cast it on him again. He will also volunteer to take a watch through the night, but asks that he is woken early so that he can fully prepare his spells before they start their day.
[Kiwana receives another 4 healing] [Perception=21 for keeping a look out during the night, with a strung bow this time]
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 11/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: Wet & Surrounded by sheep d20+6=8 ; Saturday November 25th, 2017 6:31:52 AM
Leaving Kiwina in the hands of people capable of medicine and care Gothruk will help gather up the sheep if someone with animal handling skills can assist, I imagine there would be at least a couple farmers amongst the Coalborn clan. Afterwards he'll keep watch on the cave that leads deeper inwards. While people settle down to sleep.1D20+6=8
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the morning Saturday November 25th, 2017 10:35:05 AM Tsak uses his training to stop the bloodflow and suture the wound on Kiwina . Tsak does a good job and between that and the healing Kiwina is set.
Elyas is happy he was more of a help and not the one needing help. He suggests burning the bodies of the dead taurs. It would have to be done in the cave, due to the storm outside.
Kiwina takes time to relax and recuperate, but would rather be guarding the cave.
Falco checks on the townsfolk, especially the children. He tells them the petals are there for them and one Taur child runs to him and wraps his arms around him.
Rolth suggests to Arostle to ask if his people could help build up the weather defenses. He nods and says he'll have the men help. He also says they'll gather some rope and tie up the sheep.
Rolth sets up watches and decides they can search the cave in the morning.
Sable searches rhe bodies.. and other then the weapons and water logged clothes.. nothing is salvagable. One thing he notices.. the decayed flesh thats pulled away from the ribcage reveals the lungs are full of water.
Finnian was ready to use a new spell, but decides to heal Kiwina instead. He offers to take a watch. .
Gothruk helps gather up the sheep, and with Arostle's rope they are secured togther and tied off to a crack in the wall.
The night goes by at a snails pace. Thunder, lightning, win and rain assault the cave. Children cry through the night.. and sleep comes in patches. When Dawn comes the wold is not as it was the night before... flood waters are high.. and parts of buildings can be seen floating. The skys are dark and the wind is whipping up the sand and leaves. Then everyone notices... the storm hasn't moved... its as if its sitting ontop of the island.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=18 ; Saturday November 25th, 2017 9:45:05 PM
Rolth points farther into the cave and asks, "Anyone know where that goes? And how it came to be that a flock of sheep and some broken taurs came at us from in there?" Barring some deep insight, he suggests that the Petals go deeper into the cave, to see what other threats or opportunities might be awaiting us. Rolth will volunteer to lead the way, at least as long as he will fit. If there is room, he will have his glaive at the ready, but if not, he'll have his morningstar out. (Perception = 18 to notice threats or other interesting things in our surroundings)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 9/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Sunday November 26th, 2017 1:45:58 AM
Tsak gives Rolth a wry grin: Mutton yesterday, mutton today and blimey if it don't look like mutton again tomorrow! Take a few people with you, and maybe leave a couple here with Kiwina and myself so we can continue resting without getting eaten or beaten. If someone can give Tsak some healing that would be awesome, in any case he'll spend 8 hours resting to get back on top of his aches and pains.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+3=15 ; Sunday November 26th, 2017 4:05:43 AM I will come with you, Rolth. I am not injured, and I am very interested to see where that last zombie came from. I am not much use here taking care of the injured
Elyas will join whatever crew goes exploring in the cave. He stands with Rolth, casts light on a stone and peers into the darkness. Perception 15
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 11/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: Wet & Surrounded by sheep Sunday November 26th, 2017 5:20:04 AM I too would like to explore the cave. Even of we don't find anything we'll know it's safe to move further into the cave out of the rain being blown towards us. We should keep some petals here however incase there are more of those poor drowned meatsacks, we wouldn't want our wounded attacked while we were out. If Gothruk can make a torch out of some dry firewood in the cave, he'll lead so the exploring group can see, he dosn't need his hands to fight anyway.
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded Sunday November 26th, 2017 6:07:25 PM "I will go as well, and can take point if you wish - as long as I fit down the tunnel without squeezing", Sable says.
Kiwina (Steve M) (14/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=12 ; Sunday November 26th, 2017 6:44:50 PM
Accepting the plan to split up the party, Kiwina agrees to stay with Tsak and guard the families until the rest of the Petals report back or until it is time to go looking for them. "How long are you going to spend on this? An hour or two?" He does not think a prolonged absence would be good. "We survived the night without incident. Being two down is already bad enough if you stumble into something."
Kiwina listens carefully while he waits. (at least early on -- perception = 12)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20=16 ; d8+1=9 ; Sunday November 26th, 2017 9:48:23 PM
Finnian spends some time preparing his spells before rising to listen to the others. "I may be able to gleam some further insight before you venture back there," he says and approaches the sheep. Finnian spends a few minutes soothing the sheep and then casts a spell. He begins bleeting to them and a series of baahs is all that os heard from him for the next minute.
"Hello Mr. Sheep, I am Finnian. We are friends. Sorry to invade your cave. Have you been here for a while? Do any of you know where these creatures came from? Or what is back there? How far back is the cave? We want to make the cave safe. And if we can find an answer to where this storm came from. Any help would be awfully appreciated."
He finishes talking to the sheep and relays any information gathered to the party. Then announces that he too will stay with the wounded and casts a CLW on Tsak. Then hefts his bow to keep watch on the cave entrance. [Tsak 9 healing!]
[OOC Finnian used wild empathy on the sheep (Diplomacy=16) and then cast speak with animal]
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Monday November 27th, 2017 6:53:04 AM I... I guess I can help explore, I just worry leaving these people without defenders. Still I guess knowing more room is available would help."
He casts light on his dagger which he holds out as he prepares to move with the folks going to explore.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the morning Monday November 27th, 2017 11:40:39 PM Rolth points further into the cave and asks if anyone is familiar with where it leads. He suggests they explore the cave system. Elyas is the first to follow Rolth into the cave system. Then Sable. Sable squeezes easily through the opening with a half a meter excess. Gothruk says, “I too would like to explore the cave. Even of we don't find anything we'll know it's safe to move further into the cave out of the rain being blown towards us. We should keep some petals here however incase there are more of those poor drowned meatsacks, we wouldn't want our wounded attacked while we were out.” He volunteers to lead the group. Falco is a bit worried about leaving the villagers but is prepared to move out with the others. Tsak gives Rolth a wry grin and says, “Mutton yesterday, mutton today and blimey if it don't look like mutton again tomorrow! Take a few people with you, and maybe leave a couple here with Kiwina and myself so we can continue resting without getting eaten or beaten.” Kiwina accepts the plan to split up the party. He stays with Tsak. He asks about the length of time they plan to spend exploring. He suggests that too much time apart may be bad. Finnian spends some time preparing spells and then says, “I may be able to gleam some further insight before you venture back there.” He then craftily talks to the sheep. ----- A couple of the liontaur villagers started to speak at the same time but a younger taur won the unconscious battle and said, “There are a couple ranchers that keep their sheep in the cave. My father is one. He points to an older liontaur near the campfire. That would explain the sheep. It’s sad that he has now lost several. It just doesn’t help us at all.” To Finian a ewe replies with a baa.. That short reply says a lot. Finian only: Highlight to display spoiler: { The ewe tells a terrifying story of taur falling from a large hole in the roof of the cave. After several moments they stood up and attacked anything that approached. That’s when the group began to panic and leave.}
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Tuesday November 28th, 2017 5:50:50 AM
Knowing that Kiwina is safe and on his way back to being healthy and that Finnian can rouse them in case of trouble Tsak allows himself to relax and sink into a deep, restful sleep for many hours. He wakes up feeling refreshed and eager for stories as to what the rest of the party has found. Thank you Finnian, I feel brand new Tsak is a little disappointed to hear that the sheep have owners, he was beginning to look forward to lamb roasted on a spit...
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 11/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: Wet & Surrounded by sheep Tuesday November 28th, 2017 6:05:55 AM
Gothruk is a bit crestfallen at hearing that the sheep are what's left of someone's livelyhood, especially considering he would have liked to eat one or two. Seeing that only three remain at camp Gothruk will change his mind and stay withdraw and Kiwina.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Tuesday November 28th, 2017 7:21:05 AM
After the younger liontaur explains where the sheep come from and hopes to reassure him.
"There will be many losses I fear but if we pull together it will be ok. We may need to use some of your sheep to keep this group fed in the short term but in the long term I am sure your neighbors here will help you get back the loss in some way."
Turning back to the other Petals, "Shall we see what we find in further?"
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Tuesday November 28th, 2017 7:23:43 AM
Upon learning that the locals are familiar with the cave, Rolth briefly delays the exploration team to inquire about their knowledge of the cave layout, including any potential ambush points, access to the sea, and the like. Armed with that knowledge, he will lead the way into the cave, appreciating the light from Falco.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Tuesday November 28th, 2017 10:51:16 AM
Elyas offers to cast light on Rolth's weapon as well if he will be leading the group.
He addresses the gathered taurs Does anyone here have experience with these caves and wishes to act as a guide for us? We need to make sure nothing more is coming from behind us
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Tuesday November 28th, 2017 1:26:45 PM "Very well, thank you for your insight" Finnian thanks the sheep and then truns to the rest of the group.
"keep your heads up while you are back there" Finnian says "apparently some Taurs came through a hole on the ceiling and started attacking them, that's when they fled. I will make sure that the grouo stays safe." he adds patting his bow. "don't be gone for too long."
With that Finnian turns back to guarding the entrance. He keeps an arrow stuck in the ground next to him that he continuously casts light on.
Kiwina (Steve M) (14/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Tuesday November 28th, 2017 7:35:51 PM
Kiwina listens to the accounts of the cave interior, wondering why people are gathered so near the entrance during the storm if there is greater shelter within,
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the morning Tuesday November 28th, 2017 11:49:56 PM Tsak gets a good amount of sleep and wakes up in the morning refreshed. Gothruk and Tsak are disappointed that the sheep are owned. Falco says, "There will be many losses I fear but if we pull together it will be ok. We may need to use some of your sheep to keep this group fed in the short term but in the long term I am sure your neighbors here will help you get back the loss in some way." Then asks to see if the others want to continue exploring. Rolth asks for information and the villagers are happy to explain that the cave goes back about a mile with several holes in the ceiling due to cave-ins. The sheep normally stay near the entrance, when no one is inside with them. They then advise that there are several dangerous sections past the first hole in the ceiling. Elyas offers to cast light on Rolth’s weapon. He asks for a guide but the villagers advise it’s much too dangerous with the rain coming in and the potential for cave ins. Finnian thanks the sheep and tells the group what he heard. Kiwina wonders why they stay near the entrance. --- The storm outside keeps up it’s relentless pounding on everything outside. Inside the cave, after 100-foot, you notice a circular chamber with a huge ceiling. Within that ceiling is a large hole. Rain falls from the sky into the center of the chamber. Some sheep skirt around the edges near the rock walls but most of the anti-chamber is flooded. The water seems to drain South into several other cave entrances.
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+4=16 ; Wednesday November 29th, 2017 2:04:31 AM
Sable takes look at the sheep and rain to see if there is something more unnatural at play (Knowledge Nature - 16). He then prepares to advance into whichever tunnel the party chooses (he votes for the one on the right first).
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Wednesday November 29th, 2017 5:05:25 AM
Task checks the dressing on Kiwina's wounds and relieves Finnigan near the front of the cave so that he too can get some rest.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+6=25 ; Wednesday November 29th, 2017 6:07:33 AM
Perception 1D20+6=25
Gothruk wants to sleep but knows that he can't let his guard down while the group is so vulnerable, so he keeps steady watch for anything trying to make it's way into the cave against the rain and winds.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Wednesday November 29th, 2017 7:06:57 AM
Falco pushes on but is concious of how deep the water is.
"Petals, if this gets too deep I will not be able to join you. I am good at getting into small places but deep water presents a problem to us small folk."
[ooc: how deep is the water in the flooded area. [/ooc]
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=18 ; Wednesday November 29th, 2017 7:26:12 AM
Rolth will look up at an angle through the hole in the ceiling to make sure no threats remain, then join Sable in going down the tunnel on the right. (Perception = 18 to spot threats)
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+7=19 ; Wednesday November 29th, 2017 7:35:39 AM
Elyas will follow to the right, keeping an eye on the water, watching for any more water-logged zombies.
He thinks back and tries to remember any ingormation about what this cave has been used for in the past, maybe this huge room was man made?
Knowledge check, either local or history, whichever seems more applicable to the question, roll of 19. Both mods are the same
Kiwina (Steve M) (14/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Wednesday November 29th, 2017 7:45:17 PM
Kiwina rests, and offers to tell stories from his homeland if the children are having difficulty passing the time in the cave.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Wednesday November 29th, 2017 8:25:05 PM
Finnian waits vigilantly with his bow. He silently prays to the Wold. Asking the ground and the trees and the roots for guidance. He flexes his hands that were turned into wood earlier that day. "How could such power be given to me just as the Wold seems to be shattering around us," He wonders if there is anything he is meant to do with it.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the cave Thursday November 30th, 2017 12:22:25 AM Sable looks for anything unnatural but the rain and the sheep are natural as far as you can tell. The storm above… there is something strange but it’s hard to figure out. Rolth looks up into the storm to see the strength of a full on hurricane swirling above. Small objects, possible creatures flying helplessly with it. Falco pushes on. The rocks are slick. The water, at this point is ankle deep, but slick. And he can tell its sloping down. Elyas watches for zombies. He recalls that this room was a place of worship for ancient treants that originally populated this area. The carvings begin to become noticeable along the walls. -- (Acrobatics vs DC 16 - to stay on your feet or get washed into the caves) Tsak checks the dressings on Kiwina’s wounds and relieves Finnian to get some rest. Gothruk keeps watch. He notices with keen perception that other taurs walk around outside the cave, or at least try to walk. The wind makes any step hard work but they keep trying, looking for something. Kiwina rests and tells stories to several of the hybrid children. Finnian wonders about his purpose in the Wold and asks the ground and trees for guidance. Some of the trees are screaming as they are ripped from the ground. Others, ancient treants, seem to be busy if not fighting for their life.
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+1=5 ; Thursday November 30th, 2017 2:24:49 AM
Sable fails his acrobatics check (5) - if he had to take one.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=23 ; Thursday November 30th, 2017 5:52:15 AM
(Perception=23) Task keeps watch near the front of the cave (perception to see what's happening outside). Every half hour he will take a wander around the cave for a few minutes, checking the fire, other entrances and engaging the families in conversation to keep their spirits up.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Thursday November 30th, 2017 6:07:14 AM
Gothruk keeps watching, the fire is behind a windshelter and should be far enough into the cave not to draw too much attention. If any of them seem truly alive he'll go get the others, otherwise he'll just watch in morbid fascination.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+6=12 ; Thursday November 30th, 2017 7:06:56 AM
Moving cautiously Falco continues on with the others.
[ooc: Acrobatics 12 if needed]
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+4=13 ; Thursday November 30th, 2017 7:14:43 AM
Rolth struggles to keep his feet. (Acrobatics = 13 if needed). He is reconsidering whether they should go down the tunnels, with no obvious threat or motivation to go that way, and the risk of the floodwaters. If necessary, he will crawl back to safety, and throw a rope to help others who might be in trouble.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+3=9 ; Thursday November 30th, 2017 1:06:24 PM Look at these carvings, they seem to be.... aaahhh
Elyas fails to keep his feet as he is looking up at the massive dome and is swept away as he tries to point out the features of the ancient place of worship.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=11 ; d20+7=17 ; Thursday November 30th, 2017 4:46:20 PM
Finnian reels back from the feeling that he received from the Wold. The pain, the screams, could thins really be the end? he wonders as he wipes his brow.
Are there any sacred places of power or sentient life that may be able to explain what his happening to the trees and treants. [know nature=11... Natural 1.nope not that I know of]
How about the oldest tree or Treant on the island [know Geography=17
Kiwina (Steve M) (14/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=19 ; Thursday November 30th, 2017 8:02:24 PM
With misgivings about splitting up the party, Kiwina pauses to listen every so often as he's dealing with the children (perception = 19). Until it gets close to two hours after the explorinng group leaves, though, he does not suggest seeing if they are in trouble.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the cave Friday December 1st, 2017 12:09:29 AM Sable, Falco, Rolth, and Elyas all lose their footing on the slick rocks and slide into the deeper water. the current begins to pull them further into the flood waters. (Need Swim checks, and remember any penaties for heavy armor.)
Tsak continues watching at the mouth of the cave. the one thing he notices is the storm is not moving... it is situated over the island. It continues its onslaught, but the storm itself isn't moving. the clouds arent moving.
Gothruk continues to watch the taurs struggle to walk in the storm with morbid fascination.
Finnian doesn't recall the oldest tree or treant. He tries to also recall places of power but is blanked.
Kiwina periodically listens for the others, but betweem the storm and rain, most sound is drowned out outside the general area.
The group that is near the flooding waters are dealing with deeper waters and a current, while the others keep watch or relax.
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+7=14 ; Friday December 1st, 2017 2:37:40 AM
Sable, surprised by his loss of balance falls into the water and begins to swim (14) - looking for his fellow Petals that might be struggling in order to assist them, if needed.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Friday December 1st, 2017 5:10:46 AM
Gothruk grunts when Tsak comes out to the mouth of the cave. Make sure nothing sneaks up on us, and try not to draw too much attention to us. If you think you can see a live person out there come and get me otherwise I'm going to get sone more sleep. Gothruk will then try and find a comfortable enough place in the cave and have a nap.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+1=3 ; Friday December 1st, 2017 6:50:26 AM
Sputtering and splashing Falco attempts to swim back the way he had come from. {Swim: 3} This will be a pretty terrible way for me story to end.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=9 ; Friday December 1st, 2017 7:17:59 AM
Rolth tries to swim across the current to reach a point of safety or at least a good handhold. (Swim = 9). If he can grab a wall or something similar, he will do so. Eventually, he'll want to tie off a rope to help keep us safe as we work our way back up the tunnel.
(OOC, can you describe our situation with a little bit more detail? Are there dry areas along the side of the tunnel? How deep is the water? Any useful places to hold on or tie off ropes? Thanks!)
Kiwina (Steve M) (14/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Friday December 1st, 2017 10:14:21 AM
Kiwina retells the traditional story from his native islands of the akua who made the world, the kupua who make civilization possible, and aumakua who guard the families with whom they associate. It is a long story, so he sticks to a "god parts version" for the children.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+2=3 ; Friday December 1st, 2017 11:45:39 AM
Elyas cannot get his feet under him and starts to panic, waving his arms around and spluttering. He tries to yell for help but his mouth is full of water.
(Swim check = 3, natural 1...)
OOC: the dice hate us today, this is bad!
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Friday December 1st, 2017 3:50:51 PM
Task nods to Gothruk and follows his advice about keeping a low profile when watching near the cave front. He will still periodically check the fire and the rest of the cave. Noticing that the storm isn't relenting he talks to Finnigan and Gothruk (after his rest) to get their views on food, water and contacting the rest of the petals.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Friday December 1st, 2017 4:54:29 PM
Lacking anything else to do Finnian continues to keep watch and listens to the tales being told by Kiwina.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the cave d20=16 ; d20=8 ; Friday December 1st, 2017 10:22:23 PM
Many of the Petals slip and fall into the aggressive water pulling them toward the entrances further toward the cave entrances. Above your head you realize that the rain is beginning to slow till eventually it stops. The circulating cloud stops and Perception vs DC 10 [b] notice that the creatures caught in the storm begin to fall from the sky.[/spoiler] A floodslain minotaur falls from the sky and strikes the edge of the opening and spins. He hits the stone floor and lays awkward, unmoving. The water begins at a brisk ankle-deep height but the level drops. The water begins to drain leaving the stone floor less wet and flooded. No less slippery. The cave system outside of the immediate room is still flooded. Large rocks are available to grab as the water recedes. Villagers step into the room as the rain stops and offer help to the Petals.
Outside of the cave entrance the wind slows and the floodslain begin to wander more easily. They seem oblivious to any population within the caves. The rain eventually stops but the sky is still dark. Other villagers begin to gather wood and objects they find nearby. They stack the objects at the entrance hoping to create an obstacle for any curious floodslain. “Jan, a large male clan Kotori chief, insists the Petals rest while the larger members of the Kotori stand guard. “You have done so much for us. Let us help you. From the looks outside we all will need some rest. A big fight is coming.”
SCENE ONE XP: 500 each SCENE THREE (FIGHT) - 700 each and an attaboy.. good job
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Saturday December 2nd, 2017 8:37:09 AM
Gothruk is happy to keep napping until he is roused. With the storm through the night and keeping watch he's pretty tired. His Guisarme is within easy reach however.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Sunday December 3rd, 2017 12:35:13 AM
Tsak also will take another opportunity to rest. He looks wistfully at the sheep, imagining them roasting on a spit. Better that tomorrow they make their way out of the caves and hopefully find food, water and ale!
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=12 ; Sunday December 3rd, 2017 7:15:38 AM
Rolth will examine the carvings in the cave, to see if they have any clues to help explain our current situation. (Perception = 12). He'll also ask Finnian and the local elders if they have any insight into the meaning of the carvings. He will then take a chance to rest, keeping his weapon at hand.
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+5=9 ; Sunday December 3rd, 2017 3:56:10 PM
Sable will take first watch, then get some sleep later. He will try and help make the defenses a bit more secure, using his Survival skills (9) - but feels a bit out of his element as a cave dweller.
Kiwina (Steve M) (16/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+6=15 ; d20+10=29 ; Sunday December 3rd, 2017 8:47:50 PM "I'm not much interested in a big fight," Kiwina says, "Especially not with these floodslain things. They hit too hard. Is there anyway we can out-think them instead? Anyone here skilled at setting traps? Is there any way to slow them down for archers, or to limit the number that can attack at a time?" He looks at the lay of the land and the materials available to see whether he can think of anything that will work to slow any attackers, even if it's rolling rocks downhill at them. (Rolls: geography = 15, survival = 29 -- what can I say, he's not a traps kind of guy)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Sunday December 3rd, 2017 8:49:23 PM
Finnian is glad to sleep a bit a allows himself to doze off for a bit before continuing to guard the cave.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Monday December 4th, 2017 6:56:56 AM
Knowing he should rest Falco finds as dry of a spot as possible to sleep. Waking, he studies his spellbooks and prepares for the day.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Monday December 4th, 2017 8:16:33 AM
Elyas spends some time drying off and makes sure nothing got lost in the water. He helps keep a watch and prepares for another day under siege.
how long do we stay here before we run out of supplies?
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Monday December 4th, 2017 1:50:33 PM
[ooc:have they been gone for longer than 2 hours, because if they have Finnian, at least, will go and search for them]
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the cave Tuesday December 5th, 2017 12:04:25 AM
The night is uneventful as the guards successfully avoided making any noise to attract the floodslain. The carvings within the cave are cryptic and it’s really difficult to make anything out of them. Kiwina is uninterested in any big fight with the floodslain. He asks about any skills with traps and the possibility of setting up some. After some rest everyone is together. Outside, the sun has come up revealing the devastation of the storm. Everything is destroyed or gone altogether. Perception vs. 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {The Wanderer's Roost and Chessford Field (home of the taurnament) are completely destroyed. } Perception vs DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {Alex Marblehorn and the remaining Marblehorns fight floodslain near the beach. The ships, completely destroyed lay on the beach and float in pieces near the shore. They seem to be searching and fighting. } To the right, outside of the destruction are other taurnament groups fighting the floodslain along with huge treants tossing the undead creatures back into the water. There are few items available that could make good traps. Large and medium boulders, ropes and levers. (OOC: Using material that would be available in a rocky, cave-like area above the village and the beach. You are welcome to roleplay some traps.. Within reason.. Of course.)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=19 ; Tuesday December 5th, 2017 6:46:19 AM
Rolth asks the Petals, "Well, do we stay here like cowards, or go fight like the Taurament champions that we are? We've already lost the Inn and Taurnament field to the storm. And what are they looking for as they fight?" (Perception = 19 for spoilers, success)
(OOC: Just to confirm, it is the floodslain that are looking for something, not the Marblehorns, right?)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+2=19 ; Tuesday December 5th, 2017 6:50:19 AM
{Perecption: 19}
Falco points to the battle raging on the beach between Alex Marblehorn and his men and the floodslain.
"My friends traps are a great idea but there is a battle going on down on the beach, I think at least some of us should go help the. There are even treeants and who knows what side they are on."
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+3=11 ; d20+1=21 ; d20+7=13 ; Tuesday December 5th, 2017 11:48:52 AM
Perception 11 for spoilers
Elyas sits inside the cave mouth and watches the moving groups of floodslain.
What do you suppose they are looking for? he mumbles, not really expecting an answer.
He tries to obverse the creatures to learn more about them. Do they seem to be intelligent, or maybe controlled by someone ( sense motive 21, natural 20!)
Is there any indication of a spell that created or is controlling them? (knowledge arcana 13)
Finnian spends the morning preparing spells and looking out at the destruction that the storm has wrought. "The Treants, their on our side. They are fighting for the Wold and we should too.," He says hefting his bow and taking aim.
[ooc how far down thw beach are they?] [entangle, CLW, CLW]
Who needs healing?
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+6=21 ; Tuesday December 5th, 2017 7:00:37 PM
Not sure what the Marblehorns are searching for, Sable thinks it is a good idea to get closer to get a better look (Perception 21). He will advance with other party members towards the beach, with weapon drawn.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=14 ; Tuesday December 5th, 2017 7:36:33 PM
Task, agreeing that the Petals need to enter the fray, will advance with his falchion drawn toward the nearest floodslain. He will ensure to work together and try not to get into a 1 vs 1 situation with these undead nightmares.
Gothruk (BatMark subbing for Logan) d20+6=26 ; Tuesday December 5th, 2017 10:02:33 PM
Gothruk is also fed up with hanging about the cave waiting for something to happen, and join Tsak and the others in advancing in careful formation. His guisarme is ready for action, and he will take an opportunity attack if any floodslain get within his extensive reach. (Perception = 26 to notice threats approaching)
(OOC, we actually have several folks with reach weapons out and ready, so please take that into account if things get close.)
Kiwina (BatMark subbing for Steve) d20+8=12 ; Tuesday December 5th, 2017 10:06:53 PM
After pointing out the trap-building potential of the local materials to the villagers, Kiwina will accept Finnian's offer of healing before joining the Petals advancing to the fray. Still smarting from the last beating he took, he will employ his longspear, and try to keep the floodslain at reach. (Perception =12)
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the cave Tuesday December 5th, 2017 11:24:45 PM Rolth rallys the troops as he looks out onto the beach. He sees the living people on the beach searching around.
Falco adds that traps would be a good idea, but they might not have time at the moment and are more needed to fight.
Elyas does see intelligence in their movements and decision making, but the also look like they are free willed. He doesn't see any evidence of a spell.
Finnian prepared his spells, and then decides where he is most needed. He sees plenty of wounded people on the beach, and plenty of dead walking too.. it would take too long to count.
Sable wants to figure out what they are searching for, but from here he cannot tell. He ventures out onto the beach and the destruction and despair is more evident. The beach is covered with bloated dead, and torn apart corpses. And some rise as soon as they come to a stop from the tide rolling in.
Tsak agrees that they are needed and draws his weapon as he heads out.
Kiwina and [/b]Gothruk also follow out into the fray. Again, the destruction is more evident as the beach is littered with corpses... hundreds. Everyone snaps back to attention as a huge treant swats a group of dead and sends them flying into the sand. Some get back up, some don't.
A group of the undead break off and move towards the party. About 10 in total, but still far enough away to not be able to attack or be attacked.... but they are come to the party.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=16 ; Wednesday December 6th, 2017 4:55:08 AM
(Perception = 16) Oh crud! thinks Tsak. 4 of these things was dangerous, 10 is too many for us to take on! How can we whittle down the numbers? (Perception to come up with an instant plan to save the world from the wet, smelly, undead monster things - or maybe just notice something useful)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=20 ; Wednesday December 6th, 2017 6:55:36 AM
Rolth surveys the terrain looking for any advantage. (Perception = 20)
Are there any natural chokepoints, high ground, or nearby allies that we can use to our advantage? If not, we should pull back to inside the cave entrance, where they would encounter traps, then be funneled in small numbers into our ranks of reach weapons, so we would get far more attacks than they would, including attacks of opportunity.
Are any of the floodslain spread out that we could pick off, or in a tight group?
How fast do they move? Could we use speed to attack one or a few in isolation?
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+8=12 Wednesday December 6th, 2017 10:34:30 AM
{Know Arcana: 12} normal undead? zombies?
"Well it looks like they are coming this way."
Falco moves forward if the others do but stays near the back, crossbow in hand.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20-4=1 ; d20+9=11 ; Wednesday December 6th, 2017 4:16:30 PM
Finnian starts firing arrows at the beasts when they get within 500 feet but pauses when they are 100 feet away. His first shot falls very short. [attack=1] He looks around hopin that no one saw. "Bow strings wet," he says to anyone how may have caught his catastrophic miss.
[ooc, how far is the group coming at us?How fast are the moving?]
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+6=22 ; d20+4=21 ; 2d6+4=12 ; d20+4=6 ; Wednesday December 6th, 2017 6:32:36 PM
Gothruk will stab any bodies nearby incase they try to get up later, he'll also look around the group making sure we arn't getting attacked from any other direction. I agree moving back to the cave would be the best bet, we could try and whittle down their numbers by keeping ahead of them and attacking with reach weapons but that seems dangerous (and I don't think it could work mechanically) Rolls failed to properly reset, just ignore them.
Kiwina (Steve M) (16/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=20 ; Wednesday December 6th, 2017 7:34:07 PM
Kiwina studies how fast the floodslain move, and whether they are grouped together or spread far apart. If there are some that away from others, it may be possible to engage them with several attackers. (perception = 20).
Kiwina (Steve M) (16/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Wednesday December 6th, 2017 7:36:17 PM
(OOC: Did somone say something about healing last turn?)
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - The Fight on the Beach d20=5 ; d20=2 ; d20=10 ; d20=19 ; d20=11 ; d20=12 ; d20=2 ; Wednesday December 6th, 2017 9:58:19 PM Tsak searches for anything helpful to cut down the hungry floodslain mob heading toward them. He notices an outcropping of rocks that could separate the group, if you could figure out how to do that. Another taurnament group, a ragtag group of humans and taurs is fighting off four thin floodslain near the far side of the rock. Rolth surveys the surroundings along with the others. He suggests falling back into the cave. There are ledges outside the entrance of the cave but would need a Climb check. The floodslain are slow moving creatures. Gothruk agrees that moving back may be a good idea. He also suggests they use reach weapons Falco wonders about the creatures and finds they are undead. He moves with the others. Kiwina finds they are group together but very easily distracted as a pair head toward a taurnament group near them. (OOC: Did you get any rest the other night? I little rest goes a long way) Finnian starts firing arrows when the creatures get within 500 feet and pauses at 100 feet. His first shot misses.
---- In front of you is the expanse of the beach, 1000 foot length, with taurnament fighters and treants fighting every 100 foot. You are fighting within the center of a 100 foot wide section. The ten floodslain are 300 foot in front and below you. A pile of rocks jut from your right side and a 15 foot cliff on your left. The ten floodslain are trotting forward at a 30-40 foot trot, depending on what kind of creature they are and if they are.. “Oh a ball..” distracted. Two are currently heading right. A really good Perception vs. DC 12 will win you, Highlight to display spoiler: { You notice that the groups seem to be separated in five with several weaker taurs and a single stronger one. The separation is barely noticeable.}
1st Group Liontaur1 floodslain: AC 13 Minotaur1 floodslain: AC 11 Centaur1 floodslain: AC 12 - distracted Centaur2 floodslain: AC 12 - distracted Liontaur Warrior floodslain: AC 20 with BattleAxe 2nd Group Minotaur1 floodslain: AC 11 Minotaur2 floodslain: AC 11 Centaur1 floodslain: AC 12 Centaur2 floodslain: AC 12 Liontaur Warrior floodslain: AC 19 with Crossbow
The Beach Scene
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+6=18 ; Thursday December 7th, 2017 3:10:33 AM
Sable really wishes he had a bow, but otherwise looks around to try and see if there is an easy way to get up onto the cliff and if that would be hard for the Floodslain. ”Finnian, do you want a boost up onto the cliff side so you can keep shooting while we are in melee? We can at least use the cliff side to keep down the numbers that can attack us.”
Sable also says, ”I don’t know if you guys can see this, but each group of five has a stronger flood-slain — in the second group’s case one with a ranged weapon. Maybe those are ‘leaders’ “
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=23 ; d20+7=21 ; d20+6=19 ; Thursday December 7th, 2017 3:38:15 AM
(perception vs spoiler = 23, climb = 21, perception for anchor spot for rope = 19)
Tsak decides to climb the cliff face to see if the floodslain will mill at the bottom or slowly climb, presenting themselves as easy targets. He shimmies up and looks for somewhere to anchor a rope to assist his companions. Finding an appropriate stump he ties it off and flings it back down for the other petals.
Finnian you'll be able to see much better from up here. Maybe you should aim for the 'leader' with the ranged weapon.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Thursday December 7th, 2017 6:10:29 AM
Elyas will get behind the melee fighters and prepare his crossbow. He loads a bolt and casts magic weapon on his bow.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=8 ; Thursday December 7th, 2017 8:18:41 AM
{Perception: 8}
Falco positions himself behind the larger members of the group and cast Mage Armor on himself.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+9=29 ; d20+1=2 ; d20+6=18 ; Thursday December 7th, 2017 9:35:02 PM
[perception =29] "Two groups, your right" He says taking a nother horrible shot. "okay im coming" Finnian uses the rope to quickly climb up the cliff. [Attack=2] [I think it is a DC 10 to climb at half speed instead of quarter, which would get me up there this round Climb=18]
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d100=6 ; d20+4=19 ; d10+4=14 ; Thursday December 7th, 2017 9:40:58 PM
(OOC ignore the d100 roll, it was part of my attempt to fix the page.)
Rolth lines up with the other melee characters, making sure to position so that the shooters can get clean shots once we are in melee. He'll make sure to leave a gap wide enough for the folks in the back to cast or shoot through, but not for a taur to slip through. He will take an AoO with his glaive if a closing floodslain provokes, with preference for the beefy warrior if he must choose. (AoO = 19 to hit, 14 hp of damage)
Kiwina (Steve M) (16/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20-1=3 ; Thursday December 7th, 2017 11:01:21 PM
Although he might manage an attack from the cliff-top with his longspear, Kiwina prefers to stay on surer ground. He ineffectively rolls a boulder at the nearest group of floodslain as they climb to meet the Petals, when they are about 50' away (to hit = 3), then picks up his longspear to await their closer approach.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the cave Friday December 8th, 2017 12:44:22 AM Sable offers help to Finnian to climb the face. He notices the stronger floodslain and points them out to everyone.
Tsak easily scales the wall, and finds a spot to anchor a rope to drop down to his teammates.
[b]Elyas prepares his crossbow, he loads it and casts magic weapon on it.
Falco gets behind a bigger member, and casts mage armor on himself.
Finnian fires a horrible shot and then scales up the cliff face using the rope.
Rolth readies his glaive and positions himself so that the ranged combatants have a shot, as do the spell casters.
Kiwina rolls a boulder at the group of floodslain, and then picks up his long spear.
The left group meanders on the beach until the large liontaur gutterally yells something. the group turns on a dime and starts heading right to the party. About 25' feet away the liontaur yells again and all the floodslain stop. The noise stops the other group and they move closer, but stop 50' away.
1st Group Liontaur1 floodslain: AC 13 Minotaur1 floodslain: AC 11 Centaur1 floodslain: AC 12 - distracted Centaur2 floodslain: AC 12 - distracted Liontaur Warrior floodslain: AC 20 with BattleAxe 2nd Group Minotaur1 floodslain: AC 11 Minotaur2 floodslain: AC 11 Centaur1 floodslain: AC 12 Centaur2 floodslain: AC 12 Liontaur Warrior floodslain: AC 19 with Crossbow
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+4=14 ; 3d6+9=18 ; Friday December 8th, 2017 2:05:04 AM
Sable says, ”Definately shoot the leaders first, if we can”
He readies to take a swing on any floodslain that enter his reach, with a preference for a Lionataur Warrior.
(OOC - do these count as both Taurs and Undead?)
Readied Swing AC 14 or AC 16 it the target is a Taur. Damage - 18 (or 20 if they are a Taur)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: Remove Fear d20+9=17 ; Friday December 8th, 2017 6:55:35 AM
Rolth requests Gothruk to move to 8K to shore up that flank, then, remembering the haunting eyes of the floodslain, quaffs some liquid courage (Lesser Anything Potion = Remove Fear). He will enter a rage if/when the floodslain begin to advance again.
He looks about for the leader of group two, who seems to have disappeared. (Perception = 17)
OOC: Do we have higher ground (+1 melee)? If so, might that also give us a circumstance bonus again their wave attack, which would lose energy moving uphill?
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+4=6 ; Friday December 8th, 2017 7:08:53 AM
Staring at the no longer advancing undead Falco is less certain of his desire to be a hero. A sweat breaks out on his brow but he knows the others are preparing for battle.
A little panicked his finger tightens on the trigger of his crossbow as he looses an arrow that comes nowhere near the floodslain.
[ooc: I found the problem with the page. It seemed I did not close a bracket.}
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d8+1=6 ; d20+7=18 ; d8+1=3 ; Friday December 8th, 2017 8:07:24 PM
[ooc] I don't know, I had planned to be shooting them as they moved up the beach and then cast entanglement, but it ssems like they are already 50 ft away... [/ooc]
Retcon Clw to kiwana +6 hp
I guess. If I only get 1 shot now Ill fire at the Liontaur in group 1 [attack=18, damage=3]
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+3=5 ; Friday December 8th, 2017 8:23:21 PM
(ooc: Thanks for the healing.)
Kiwina readies an action to set his spear if the floodslain charge.. He will take his attack of opportunity if they move to engage him without charging. (to hit = 5, damage probably doesn't matter)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+3=4 ; d20+5=19 ; 2d4+3=8 ; Friday December 8th, 2017 10:20:28 PM
(Initiative=4, Attack=19, Damage=8) Tsak sqeezes past Finnian, trying not to upset his aim. He moves to K6 and prepares to attack anything that comes in range of his sword. (OOC potentially m1 or c2 of group 1)
(OOC: have remembered about initiative to me so pls ignore that.)
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the cave d20+1=15 ; d8=3 ; Saturday December 9th, 2017 12:56:56 AM
Sable readies his attack waiting on the taur undead to move.
Rolth downs a remove fear potion and looks for the leader of group 2. (Ooc: readded him. Also the ones on the cliff get the +1, no one on the beach does).
Falco gets nervous and lets loose with a bolt that embeds itself in the sand.
Finnian lets loose with a bolt that thunks into the undead liontaur. (Ooc: Dm apologizes. Missed the part in my codms post about the distance. )
Kiwina gets healed and readies an attack.
Tsak also readies his weapons.. preparing for a charge.
The liontaur with the crossbow lets loose with his bolt and thunks into Tsak for 3 dmg.
The other liontaur waves his hand at the group and beckons for them to come to the undead.
" Come" it whispers.. with a mouth that sounds like it was under water.
1st Group Liontaur1 floodslain: AC 13 e dmg Minotaur1 floodslain: AC 11 Centaur1 floodslain: AC 12 - Centaur2 floodslain: AC 12 - Liontaur Warrior floodslain: AC 20 with BattleAxe 2nd Group Minotaur1 floodslain: AC 11 Minotaur2 floodslain: AC 11 Centaur1 floodslain: AC 12 Centaur2 floodslain: AC 12 Liontaur Warrior floodslain: AC 19 with Crossbow
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+5=13 ; d8+1=4 ; Saturday December 9th, 2017 4:02:36 AM
Elyas fires a bolt at the wounded liontaur in group one
To hit: 13. Damage: 4.
Ooc: Sorry for the missed post, was without internet all day yesterday... bad timing
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Saturday December 9th, 2017 2:36:32 PM "I, for one, see no need to give up an advantage at the encouragement of an undead monster." Kiwina tells the other Petals. "Especially one whose mane is so scraggly." He continues to wait with attacks prepared, although he would love to charge. Sadly, his fishing spear is not a lance.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: Remove Fear Sunday December 10th, 2017 5:36:48 PM
Rolth's instincts are telling him to charge, but he listens to the wise counsel of Kiwina, and holds his position in line. [b/"Where's Gothruk, I could really use him covering my left flank!"[/b] (OOC K8 would be ideal) He continues to be ready to take an attack of opportunity if the floodslain provoke by moving through his reach. (19 to hit--20 if we get a bonus for higher ground-- and 14 damage with his glaive.)
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded Sunday December 10th, 2017 8:51:13 PM
Sable stays strong in his readied stance, awaiting the charge of the undead.
”Shoot the leaders!”
While he is waiting, Sable tries to gauge the distance to the closest leader...
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+7=10 ; Sunday December 10th, 2017 10:19:57 PM
Finnian takes aim at the Liontaur with the crossbow and lets loose a shot but again his shot flies wide. "The next will be through your skull if you don't lay down your weapons," He calls out trying to play off his obvious ineptitude as an intentional warning shot. "I've really got to get my aim under control or I could be in big trouble" Finnian worries to himself as he pulls out another arrow.
[ooc I see reference to a map, am I missing it?]
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (*AC19) (T13/F12) 16/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+7=16 ; Monday December 11th, 2017 2:36:32 AM
(Climb/drop=16) Tsak, realising that his plan to pick off the undead from the top of the cliff isn't going to work drops down to the bottom of the cliff (K6 to K7) and takes up Total Defense (raises AC by 4) at the bottom.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+4=21 ; d20+4=5 ; d6=2 ; Monday December 11th, 2017 7:11:34 AM
Falco sighs "May as well keep shooting I guess."
From his position he reloads and fires at the closest Minotaur (1)
{To Hit: 21} {Damage: 2}
{ooc: Sorry for the 2nd d20. Double clicked.}
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - The Fight on the Beach II d20+2=3 ; d20+2=18 ; d20+2=10 ; d20+1=11 ; d20+2=9 ; d20+1=15 ; 2d6=9 ; Monday December 11th, 2017 9:42:40 PM Elyas fires at the wounded 1st group Liontaur1. The liontaur stumbles but stands on it’s feet with the BattleAxe warrior barking water-drenched demands. Falco fires at Minotaur1 Kiwina and Rolth wait for the group to move toward them. (OOC: Note the advantage goes away the closer they get to the cave entrance. That is uneven ground but same elevation. ) Sable suggests they shoot the leaders. Finnian fires wide as Tsak takes a Total Defense stance. ---- Water builds behind M1 and he charges up and 30 feet toward Falco but he manages to strike a large rock between Falco and Rolth. (K9) L1 tries the same thing and heads toward Rolth. He manages to do better and meets Rolth where he stands. The liontaur ugly face staring at him. (J9) C2 attempts to charge from his position but hits the same rocks as L1 and falls (K8) C1 makes a regular charge forward toward Elyas and readies a powerful slam that misses. (H8) The Liontaur warrior moves to I13 and fires at Rolth striking him hard for (9 dmg).
Group 2 C1 moves to (C12) and C2 moves to (D13). They are both distracted by movements of the group beside you. M1(F14) and M2(G15) walk slowly and stop halfway. They seem partially uninterested. The Warrior growls and moves (F20) and spins his battleax. He seems to be waiting.
1st Group Liontaur1 floodslain: AC 13 (7 dmg) Minotaur1 floodslain: AC 11 Centaur1 floodslain: AC 12 - Centaur2 floodslain: AC 12 - Liontaur Warrior floodslain: AC 20 with BattleAxe 2nd Group Minotaur1 floodslain: AC 11 - (2 dmg) Minotaur2 floodslain: AC 11 Centaur1 floodslain: AC 12 Centaur2 floodslain: AC 12 Liontaur Warrior floodslain: AC 19 with Crossbow
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+3=23 ; d20+3=17 ; 3d6+9=19 ; d20+3=12 ; d6+3=4 ; Monday December 11th, 2017 10:59:50 PM
To reach H8, c1 would have to give Kiwina an attack of opportunity, wouldn't it? Rolls: to hit =23, confirm = 17, damage = 19.
After that, if C1 is down Kiwina moves to attack L1, or if C1 is still up Kiwina creates some distance and attacks again. This should put him at H9 or H10. Rolls: to hit = 12, damage = 4.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (26/26 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; Flat: 10; CMD: 16) | Glaive +6 1d10+7 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Bite +4 1d4+2 x2| Status d20+6=14 ; d10+7=10 ; d20+4=19 ; d4+2=5 ; d20+4=21 ; d4+2=4 ; d20+4=20 ; d4+2=3 ; Tuesday December 12th, 2017 12:21:17 AM
Rolth takes his previously rolled attack of opportunity on liontaur1 (19 to hit, 14 damage) as the liontaur closes in. On his turn, he will enter a rage and full attack, continuing to attack liontaur 1 until he goes down, then switching to c1. (Glaive to hit 14, 10 damage; paw 19 to hit, 5hp damage; paw 21 to hit, 4 hp damage; bite 20 to hit, 3 hp damage)
(Having trouble editing my header on my iPad, Rolth’s current hp = 17)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (*AC19) (T13/F12) 16/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+5=14 ; 2d4+3=6 ; Tuesday December 12th, 2017 1:57:57 AM
(Attack=14, Damage=6) Tsak (K7) stabs at the centaur that falls near him (gr1c2@K8).
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 16/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Tuesday December 12th, 2017 2:00:52 AM
(OOC - oops, have removed the *AC19 that was due to my total defense)
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+5=15 ; d8+1=2 ; Tuesday December 12th, 2017 2:22:41 AM
If the centaur that charged eltas is dead from the attacks of the other petals, elyas takes a shot from his crossbow at the nearest unengaged zombie 15 to hit, 2 damage.
If the centaur is not destroyed already, elyas will instead take a 5 foot step back and cast shield.
Ooc: can the DMs please update the map? And possibly post a link to it in each post during the combat? It's hard to figure out where everything is with so much going on
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Tuesday December 12th, 2017 7:01:59 AM
As the attackers move forward Falco smiles thinking They are finally close enoug.
He steps forward (K11) raising his hand and unleashes a cacophony of color at the advancing Floodslain.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+4=8 ; 2d6+4=12 ; Tuesday December 12th, 2017 8:01:49 AM
(Ooc sorry for missing so many posts friends, Gothruk has missed a lot)
I'll place Gothruk at I7 if that's okay with Gm.
Either way he'll attack a nearby floodslain with his Guisarme. To Hit: 1D20+4=8 (I don't think that hits anything) Damage: 2D6+4=12
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (26/26 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; Flat: 10; CMD: 16) | Glaive +6 1d10+7 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Bite +4 1d4+2 x2| Status Tuesday December 12th, 2017 9:03:32 AM
(Correction to my previous post, based on emails from the DMs)
The AoO would go against C1 (because he did not use the water-based movement) then for the full attack, switch to L1until he goes down, then back to C1 for remaining attacks.
(And welcome back Gothruk!)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Tuesday December 12th, 2017 9:44:10 AM
{ooc: please ignore what tile I chose to move too. I was working form an old map. If I cant hit at least two of the undead I will just hold my action this turn.}
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+7=18 ; d8+1=9 ; Tuesday December 12th, 2017 3:57:21 PM I need a shot to land Finnian says to himself stepping up to the edge of the cliff and firing at the minotaur closest to him. [move to K6, shoot M1, attack 18, damage 9]
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+6=21 ; 3d6+9=20 ; Tuesday December 12th, 2017 6:25:37 PM
From two posts ago...readied swing against Group 1, C1
Readied Swing AC 14 or AC 16 it the target is a Taur. Damage - 18 (or 20 if they are a Taur)
During my turn, will swing on any enemy in range - but not sure about the map. Why are we not lined up with characters behind us on the cliff? Very hard to visualize.
Swing of 19 or 21 if they count asTaur; damage 20 or 22 if Taur.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the cave d20+1=17 ; d20+1=18 ; d20+1=20 ; d6+1=3 ; d6+1=4 ; d6+1=4 ; d20+1=9 ; Tuesday December 12th, 2017 11:40:56 PM
(OOC: H8 is occupied by C1 at the moment. C1 did make a regular charge so yes Aoo) Kiwina takes out C1 easily. He moves to attack L1(J9) but misses. Rolth takes out L1 Tsak attacks the prone C1 and kills it. Falco sprays M1 with colorSpray causing him to be stunned for a round. Gothruk misses. Guessing the target would be c1, which is down. Elyas casts Shield. Finnian fires and strikes M1 for (9 dmg) Sable helps finish off c1 before the liontaur warrior charges at him, he slices at the undead creature and cuts a huge chunk of decayed flesh away that spills to the beach. The undead liontaur spills face down in to the sand and doesn't move. (ooc: Only two characters said they were climbing the cliffs, so it is a little hard to place everyone where they want to be. Next battle, after we initially place, if the pcs want to change before battle begins they can.) --------------------------
c steps 5' to Tsak and kicks him twice and slams him once. All three connect for 11 dmg... plus a dc 13 fort save as Tsak's lungs begin to fill with water. The second group of undead keeps moving closer to sable, albeit a little slower. The crossbow undead fires again at Rolth but misses.
An undead off to the side, and not posing a threat as of now begins coughing up water... little by little onto the beach. ----------------------------- 1st Group Liontaur1 floodslain: DEAD Minotaur1 floodslain: AC 11 stunned 1 rd Centaur1 floodslain: DEAD Centaur2 floodslain: AC 12 - Liontaur Warrior floodslain: DEAD 2nd Group Minotaur1 floodslain: AC 11 - (2 dmg) Minotaur2 floodslain: AC 11 Centaur1 floodslain: AC 12 Centaur2 floodslain: AC 12 Liontaur Warrior floodslain: AC 19 with Crossbow
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 5/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=12 ; d20+5=18 ; 2d4+3=7 ; Wednesday December 13th, 2017 5:29:49 AM
(FortSave=12, Attack=18, Damage=7) (OOC I failed the save, what does that mean? Do I get an attack? if so it's there, if not then pls just ignore it)
Tsak starts to cough and panic as water fills his nose and mouth. He takes a wild swing at his attacker and feels it connect, but his head is getting light as his lungs heave and dizziness threatens to overtake him. A little help here...
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Wednesday December 13th, 2017 7:26:01 AM
Falco takes a couple of steps back towards the mouth of the cave, reloading his crossbow as he moves.
With most the floodslain down his attention shifts to the second group, just watching to see if they move to attack.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+7=27 ; d20+7=9 ; d8+1=4 ; Wednesday December 13th, 2017 9:19:58 AM
With his confidence bolstered Finnian rounds on his original foe and fires at the crossbow wielding Taur. It pays off and his shot connects.
[Attack Natural 20, unconfirmed Damage= 4}
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (17/26 HP | AC: 10; Touch: 7; Flat: 8; CMD: 14) | Glaive +8 1d10+7 x3 | Paws (2) +6 1d4+2 x2| Rake (2) +6 1d4+5 | Bite d20+8=18 ; d10+7=14 ; d20+6=16 ; d4+2=4 ; d4+6=7 ; d4+2=5 ; d20+6=11 ; d4+5=9 ; d20+6=24 ; d20+6=11 ; d4+5=8 ; d20+6=9 ; d4+2=5 ; d8+7=13 ; Wednesday December 13th, 2017 4:19:09 PM
Rolth hears Tsak's call for help, and rounds on the stunned (yay, -2 AC and no dex bonus) minotaur in a furious rage. He drops his glaive and draws his morningstar as he makes a Liontaur Charge full attack against the minotaur. (morningstar to hit 18, 13hp damage; paw1 to hit =16, 4hp damage;paw2 to hit =7, 5hp damage if that hit; rake1 to hit = 11, 9hp damage; rake2 to hit = 11, 8hp damage; bite to hit = 9, 5hp damage.)
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+5=17 ; d8+1=6 ; Wednesday December 13th, 2017 7:02:17 PM
Elyas reloads and takes a shot at the injured minotaur in the second group.
17 to hit, 6 damage
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+7=23 ; Wednesday December 13th, 2017 7:39:55 PM
Kiwina sees Tsak's plight and tries to help as best he can using his healing skill. (roll = 23)
(OOC: First thought was to use an anything potion for water breathing, but if I read things right that's too high a level spell and the potion is non-transferable.)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+3=11 ; d20+3=22 ; d8+4=5 ; d8+4=6 ; d20+4=15 ; d20+4=8 ; Wednesday December 13th, 2017 8:22:33 PM
Gothruk sees Tsak take hits and start to panic.
If C2 is still alive after Tsak's hit then gothruk will take a 5ft step and flurry of blows. First attack, to hit = 11, damage = 5. Second attack, to hit = 22, damage = 6
If C2 fell to Tsak's attack then Gothruk will charge Liontaur Warrior with his Guisarme To hit 1D20+4+2(for charging) = 17 Miss
If he provokes then Gothruk will attack again 1D20+4=8 Miss
AC is 11 until next round due to charging.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the cave d20+1=12 ; d20+1=17 ; d20+1=9 ; d6+1=2 ; d20+1=3 ; d20+1=21 ; d20+1=15 ; 2d8=9 ; Thursday December 14th, 2017 12:14:28 AM
(OOC:Bah... lost the whole post and have to rewrite it. )
Tsak is able to attack the undead beast, even with his lungs full of water. His limbs feel heavier, and his strength and quickness feel dulled. (Has Fatigued effect)
Falco Moves towards the cave mouth while reloading. He notices the second group moving closer to Sable at a methodical pace.
Finnian has his confidence come back, and proceeds to fire a bolt into the the undead crossbowmen.
Rolth drops his weapon and pulls out his morning star and begins to charge, (ooc: cannot pull a weapon and charge without having quick draw feet. Let me know if I missed it..)
Elyas lets another bolt off, and connect with the wounded undead.
Kiwina sees that other then the wounds Tsak just recieved, the isn't dearly wounded and just appears tired.
Gothruk helps his friend and dispatches the undead creature that wounded him.
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The group moves up and is striking range of Sable. (He gets his aoo on the the first one.) All three miss. The other one moves towards Kiwina (giving an aoo) . The undead floodslain misses Kiwina. The crossbowmen fires again and a thunking shot embeds itself into Rolth. 9 dmg.
The undead to the side is still coughing and water continues to pour out of its throat. The odd thing is the water looks as if it is filling an invisible jar. The water level raises, even though there is nothing to secure it. The water contiues to grow and appears as if it is doubling in front of everyone. Finally huge watery arms come pouring from the water... and it grows to a height of 36 feet. A sound of waves crashing on the shore is heard as undead and living are both dragged into the giant water elemental. Upon closer look... the waters in the elemental appear black.. as if tainted.
----------------------------- 1st Group Liontaur1 floodslain: DEAD Minotaur1 floodslain: AC 11 stunned 1 rd Centaur1 floodslain: DEAD Centaur2 floodslain: DEAD Liontaur Warrior floodslain: DEAD 2nd Group Minotaur1 floodslain: AC 11 - (3 dmg) Minotaur2 floodslain: AC 11 Centaur1 floodslain: AC 12 Centaur2 floodslain: AC 12 Liontaur Warrior floodslain: AC 19 with Crossbow 4 dmg
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N 2d4=5 ; Thursday December 14th, 2017 4:14:31 AM
OOC: I think the map is correct, if so it looks like Elyas can catch C1, C2, and M1 with a burning hands. If the map is not up to date I will make another post if that's ok.
Elyas takes a step to the side (to G8) next to Sable and releases a cone of fire from his outstretched hands. (DC 14 reflex saves for the three zombies)
Failed saves take 5 damage, passes take 2
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+4=6 ; Thursday December 14th, 2017 7:00:52 AM
{OOC: Where is the map link?}
Falco fires a bolt at the Floodslain carrying a crossbow but the bolt sails wide.
DM SHAWN: Map added to dm post
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+4=23 ; 2d6+4=8 ; d20+4=23 ; 2d6+4=11 ; Thursday December 14th, 2017 9:47:55 AM
Gothruk will charge the liontaur warrior with the crossbow ending up at 11I. To hit 1D20+4+2=25. Damage: 8
If he Provokes (he tries to shoot with the crossbow or move closer to engage me) to hit 1D20+4=23. Damage = 11
AC at 11 until end of round due to charge Can you place me on the map please, though I enjoy being the invisible Minotaur it's probably a little confusing for people. (Dm Ooc: added to the map)
If C1 is still standing, swing on C1 otherwise swing on C2
Hits 14 AC for 20 Points of Damage.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (17/26 HP | AC: 10; Touch: 7; Flat: 8; CMD: 14) | Glaive +8 1d10+7 x3 | Paws (2) +6 1d4+2 x2| Rake (2) +6 1d4+5 | Bite Thursday December 14th, 2017 7:12:35 PM
OOC: Reposting the contents of my earlier email asking for rules clarification/retcon--Rules re drawing a weapon on a charge:
Movement During a Charge: You must move before your attack, not after. You must move at least 10 feet (2 squares) and may move up to double your speed directly toward the designated opponent. If you move a distance equal to your speed or less, you can also draw a weapon during a charge attack if your base attack bonus is at least +1.
Rolth has a +1 BAB, and so I think he can draw his morningstar during the charge, which was shorter than his move speed (but was the 10 feet required to charge.). Do you agree? If so, most if not all of his attacks would hit. If you disagree, then I’d like to retcon his drawing of the morningstar, and just use his natural attacks on a charge, because his priority was protecting Tsak.
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+3=19 ; d6+3=8 ; Thursday December 14th, 2017 7:55:56 PM
Kiwina uses his longspear to attack m1 (to hit = 19, damage = 8), then takes a 5' step to I-10 (away from m2).
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+3=12 ; d6+3=4 ; Thursday December 14th, 2017 8:01:04 PM
(Sorry for not getting it all into one post, but. . .)
As for the AOO against m2, Kiwina hits without much effect (to hit = 12, damage = 4).
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+7=25 ; d8+1=8 ; Thursday December 14th, 2017 8:29:50 PM
Finnian Fires again at the crossbow wielder this time with even more accuracy than before.
[Attack=25, Damage=8]
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (8/26 HP | AC: 10; Touch: 7; Flat: 8; CMD: 14) | Morningstar +8 1d8+7 x3 | Paws (2) +6 1d4+2 x2| Rake (2) +6 1d4+5 x2 | d20+8=21 ; 5d20+6=50 ; d20+6=7 ; d20+6=11 ; d20+6=8 ; d20+6=17 ; d20+6=18 ; d8+7=12 ; d4+2=3 ; d4+5=9 ; d4+2=3 ; Thursday December 14th, 2017 9:15:29 PM
Rolth is uncertain whether he killed the minotaur from the first group, but sees that Sable is outnumbered and whirls to Liontaur Charge the second minotaur from the second group of floodslain. (Morningstar to hit = 21, 12hp damage; Paw1 to hit = 7, miss; Paw2 to hit = 11, 3hp damage; Rake1 to hit = 8, miss; Rake2 to hit = 17, 9hp damage; Bite to hit = 18, 3 hp damage. Total damage = 27hp)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 5/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: Fatigued d20+4=13 ; 2d4+2=9 ; Thursday December 14th, 2017 10:20:26 PM
(Attack=13, Damage=9) When the centaur attacking him falls, Tsak is able to calm himself. He notices that the Zombie Minotaur near him looks a bit out of it (group1, Minotaur 1), so decides to take a chance and stab it. Weary as he is he still manages to sink the falchion deeply into the things throat, desperately hoping that he has finished it off. So tired...
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 5/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: Fatigued Thursday December 14th, 2017 10:24:40 PM
(Apologies, Tsak moved from K7 to K9 to make the above attack)
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn -the cave d20=13 ; d20=19 ; d20=2 ; d20=2 ; d20+1=3 ; d20+1=15 ; d20+1=16 ; d20+1=20 ; d20+1=15 ; d20+1=7 ; d4+1=4 ; d6+1=7 ; d20+2=10 ; d20+2=10 ; d20+2=18 ; d6+2=7 ; Friday December 15th, 2017 12:41:57 AM Elyas unleashes fire on three of the undead. Two of them take the full brunt, while one has it roll off of him. Falco missed wide. Gothruk charges across the beach and wounds the undead creature badly. Sable kills the one undead centaur as it moves closer, and finishes its ally off as well. (OOC: Can you fix your headed and include your sheet.) [b]Kiwina plunges the long spear into one of the undead minotaur Finnian blasts another bolt into the crossbow taur. Rolth finsihes the charge and ends the undead life of the taur from the first group. He tries to help Sable and rips into the second minotaur. Tsak helps finish off the minotaur -------------------------------- The first undead minotaur swings at sable, but misses all three times. The other one changes to Rolth and connects twice.. 11 dmg and need a dc 13 fort save.
The crossbowmen tosses down its bow and begins pummeling Gothruk. 7 dmg and need one dc 13 fort save.
The water elemental looks like sea water crashing on the beach as it breaks up on rocks and reforms behind them. It is gliding in the general direction of the party, but is taking its time destroying the living and dead alike on the beach
----------------------------- 1st Group Liontaur1 floodslain: DEAD Minotaur1 floodslain: DeAD Centaur1 floodslain: DEAD Centaur2 floodslain: DEAD Liontaur Warrior floodslain: DEAD 2nd Group Minotaur1 floodslain: AC 11 - (8 dmg) Minotaur2 floodslain: AC 11 7 dmg Centaur1 floodslain: DEAD Centaur2 floodslain: Dead Liontaur Warrior floodslain: AC 19 with Crossbow 10 dmg
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy d20+4=11 ; 3d6+9=20 ; Friday December 15th, 2017 2:12:45 AM
Sable swings on M1, Hits AC 11 for 20 Damage. If it drops, he will take a 5’ step towards M2.
(OOC - I have updated header to reflect health status and current HP; the link to my sheet works for me — can you guys not follow it?)
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+3=7 ; Friday December 15th, 2017 7:07:22 AM
Kiwina makes another attack on m2, but misses.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+4=8 ; Friday December 15th, 2017 7:18:18 AM
Falco holds his ground and fires another bot at the Liontaur with the crossbow.
Again the shot goes wide.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 10/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+4=10 ; d20+3=13 ; d20+3=20 ; d8+4=8 ; Friday December 15th, 2017 8:54:17 AM
(Ooc: Did the liontaur take a 5 foot step to get in range before hitting Gothruk? Also this may have been said but the squares on the map do they represent 5 ft or 10ft?)
Gothruk fails his fort save 1D20+4=10
Gothruk will Flurry of blows the liontaur warrior First: 1D20+3=13, Miss Second: 1D20+3=20 Hit. Damage 1D8+4=8
Gothruk panics a little when his lungs start filling with water but manages to ground himself and focus on killing the Liontaur warrior before completely freaking out.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (-7/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: Dying d20+6=24 ; Friday December 15th, 2017 9:00:56 AM
Rolth shrugs off the wave of water (Fort save = 24) but is distracted long enough for the floodslain to slice him to flinders. Rolth falls in a heap, unconscious and dying as his spent rage leaves him even weaker. His last thoughts are satisfaction at having done his best to aid his companions when beset by these foul undead, and disappointment that he couldn't do more to see this quest through...
(OOC: Rolth is at -7hp and bleeding to death; -12 is when he dies)
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:Shield: AC 17 d20+5=25 ; d20+5=21 ; d8+1=8 ; d8+1=3 ; Friday December 15th, 2017 11:58:07 AM
Elyas takes a deep breath and steadies his aim at the leader with the crossbow. He fires a shot and hits the creature right in the neck.
To hit: 25 (critical!) Confirm crit: 21. total damage: 11.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+7=11 ; d8+1=3 ; Friday December 15th, 2017 5:09:04 PM
Seeing Elyas's shot take the minotaur in the neck he takes aim at Minotaur 1 [attack=11,damage=3]
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy Friday December 15th, 2017 6:21:45 PM
How do you like me now?
(OOC - Does the link work?)
dm shawn: much better
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - The Crazy Elemental Saturday December 16th, 2017 12:24:54 AM Sable cleaves through the minotaur and takes a step towards the second one.
Kiwina and Falco both miss there respective shots.
Gothruk ends the undead life of the crossbowmen. his lungs fill with water and his extremities get heavier. {Fatigued]
Rolth goes down as blackness comes up to get him.
Elyas aims for the leader but sees him go down, and turns his aim to the other minotuar. The bolt takes him in the neck and explodes out the back spewing blood and gore onto the sand.
Finnian saves his shot as all the targets are down.
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The water elemental ravages across the beach... still moving closer to the party but still away far enough to not pose a problem.
Perception 14Highlight to display spoiler: { 2 men stand 150' from the elemental, observing it. If they are scared at the giant elemental, their posture doesn't show it.
the first stands six feet andwould be viewed as an intimidating figure in the world of men, at least that would have been the case if it wasn’t for the druid vestments draped about him that make him look more likely ask for you spare change to challenge you to a fight. His dark auburn hair falls just past his shoulders, and while a careful observer may notice a stray leaf or twig is often left in it the hair itself is surprisingly well kept. Beneath the green and brown of his vestments you make out an athletic build of one who spends many hours outdoors, and the bulk of his armor beneath. A wooden staff is in his hand, though it is almost unscratched from combat.
The second is Of average height with an athletic build, but not the most imposing of figures, but he moves with a simple fluid grace that speaks to an agility near the top of the human limit. Light brown hair is kept nearly cropped close to his head and his chin and cheeks are covered by a trimmed beard the same color, though sporting some blond highlights around the mouth. He has dark brown eyes and an easy smile that's almost always present. His clothing usually of simple clothing of silvers and blues worn under a silver breastplate and topped off with a pale blue surcoat with Maab’s crest in silver on the chest. }
----------------------------- 1st Group Liontaur1 floodslain: DEAD Minotaur1 floodslain: DeAD Centaur1 floodslain: DEAD Centaur2 floodslain: DEAD Liontaur Warrior floodslain: DEAD 2nd Group Minotaur1 floodslain: Dead Minotaur2 floodslain: Dead Centaur1 floodslain: DEAD Centaur2 floodslain: Dead Liontaur Warrior floodslain: Dead
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 5/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: Fatigued d20+6=15 ; d20+5=16 ; Saturday December 16th, 2017 2:47:45 AM
(Perception vs spoiler=15, Heal =16) Seeing that the immediate threat has passed Tsak rushes over to the inert Rolth. Finding that he's still breathing Tsak rolls him onto his side to remove any water from his lungs then bandages any major bleeds to stabilise his big companion. The big cat is going to be out of it for a while, but at least this wasted beach won't be the last thing he sees.
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy d20+6=10 ; d20+4=22 ; Saturday December 16th, 2017 3:05:09 AM
Distracted by Rolth’s plight, Sable fails to notice anything about the Elemental but tries to remember any lore about the threat (Knowledge Nature? = 22). Sable moves rapidly over to Rolth, going through his pouches searching for the CLW potion he knows must be there. Once finding it, he will help Rolth drink it - but only after checking with the party.
”Does anyone have any healing left for Rolth, shall I use his potion now?”
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 10/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+6=25 ; Saturday December 16th, 2017 8:26:38 AM
Gothruk rushes over to Rolth, seeing that Sable is helping him he surveys the rest of the battlefield for additional threats and sees spoiler Perception, 1D20+6=25
He points out the two men standing a while away from the water elemental. There are two men standing further up the beach, they do not seem to fear the water elemental. One seems to be a druid, they may have worked to create it or they could be powerful alies in our fight against it.
[b] What should we do about the water elemental? Surely we can't fight something like that. Perhaps the fastest of us should try and lead it away while the rest of us help the other groups with these Zombies? [b/]
Ooc: How fast is the water elemental moving? Could we outrun it? Does it look like the two men might be preparing to help us or are they simply doing nothing? Are there many other floodslain on the beach? Where, and in what condition is the Mablehornes group in? Is the elemental seeking out people to destroy, simply moving in a random direction and is it coming right for us?
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=19 ; Saturday December 16th, 2017 12:53:26 PM
(roll: perception = 19)
Kiwina takes in the situation and notes that Rolth is being stabilized and healed.
If it appears to Kiwina that he would be able to approach the two men without having to get between them and the elemental while taking a fairly direct route, he will offer to the rest of the Petals, "Should I go ask those two what that thing is and what they are thinking of doing about it?"
If it does not appear the two are so easily approached, Kiwina will stay and guard against anything that would come against the Petals or the caves.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+9=24 ; d8+1=5 ; d8+1=9 ; Sunday December 17th, 2017 6:18:04 PM
[Perception=24] Finnian sees the druid off in the distance and wants to go see if that is his elemental. "I've heard of poweful druids being able to summon some exceptional creatures. I womder if he is one of them. But firsts things first Rolth is down" Finnian thinks to himself as he takes a last glance at the druid on the beach and heads down to the unconscious Rolth and administers some healing.
[14 hp to Rolth]
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (7/22 HP | AC: 13; Touch: 10; Flat: 12; CMD: 17) | Glaive +3 1d10+3 x3 | Paws (2) +1 1d4+1 x2| Status: Fatigued (3/6r) d20+9=16 ; Sunday December 17th, 2017 6:54:57 PM
Rejuvenated by Finnian's healing, Rolth sits bolt upright, then surges to his paws, shaking off the cobwebs of unconsciousness. He quickly realizes that Finnian was the one who brought him back from the brink. "Thank you, League Brother, that was nobly done!" He then looks around somewhat tiredly, now that the adrenaline of his rage has worn off. (Perception = 16) He sees the giant elemental, and the two strangers down the beach. He looks around expectantly at his comrades, hoping they have started to figure out these mysteries while he napped.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (7/22 HP | AC: 13; Touch: 10; Flat: 12; CMD: 17) | Glaive +3 1d10+3 x3 | Paws (2) +1 1d4+1 x2| Status: Fatigued (3/6r) Sunday December 17th, 2017 6:55:57 PM
Rolth also takes a moment to pick up his fallen weapons--glaive and morningstar, stowing the latter.
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy Sunday December 17th, 2017 8:22:06 PM
Sable hands Rolth back his potion and answers Kiwina - ”Please go approach them, if they are enemies - we should focus on them, if not rally with them”
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:Shield: AC 17 d20+3=18 ; Monday December 18th, 2017 1:20:16 AM
Perception for the spoiler =
Elyas takes a deep breath and gathers himself after the fight, reloading his crossbow for when he might need it again.
He spots the two figures watching the elemental, and tries to determine if they are communicating with it, or just observing.
is everyone ok? That was a rough fight, but it looks like it won't be the last one of the day. Keep on your guard, there are plenty more of these diseased creatures.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 10/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Monday December 18th, 2017 8:39:40 AM You think they should be our focus rather than the water thing bearing down on us? If they are going to rally against it then they can join us when they're ready. If they are on it's side and have managed to summon it then I do not believe we should approach them. If they can create or control such a beast then they must be more powerful. If we can buy time for Mablehorne's crew buy distracting it though then they may be able to fight someone so strong. Gothruk says to Sable, Kiwina, Rolth and Finnian, having joined them to discuss their best course of action.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=3 ; d20+8=14 ; Monday December 18th, 2017 9:11:41 AM
{Perception: 3} KNow Arcana: 14}
Seeing the water elemental Falco is reminded of the amazing ship they rode on.
"A water elemental? Could it have been part of the magic of the Herald?"
{ooc: the boat powered by water elementals}
The Guy in the Maab Surcoat ( Sheet) AC 35/19/30, CMD 40 , HP 161/153, DR 5/Evil Monday December 18th, 2017 3:15:54 PM
The man in the surcoat of Queen Maab regards the elemental for a moment and glances over towards his companion before turning his gaze over the rest of the beach. He holds a bow at his side and reflexively places an arrow to it as he surveys the scene and then nods towards the oncoming elemental. "At least I know what THAT is. Think you can talk to it, see what its so angry about?" he asks of his companion as how bow starts to glow with faint blue light.
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Activate Divine Bond on bow for Flaming, Keen and Speed
Beriothian -- AC:34+4/18+4/32+4 HP: 306/290 CMD = 23 Monday December 18th, 2017 11:59:24 PM
A mysterious man in worn druid vestments and dark hair down past his shoulders looks around. His eyes are dark and bloodshot, as if he hasn't slept well in a night or two, and the scruff on his face confirms he's had a long day. Those that looks close also notice that on his finger he has a ring marking him as a member of the Dragon Consortium.
He turns to his companion. I never took the time to learn the Aquan language. It's a tricky language, as more often than not the times you would use it you would also drown if you open your mouth.
The druid starts to channel one of his elemental swarm spells to call forth a storm giant to aid in their fight.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - The Crazy Elemental Tuesday December 19th, 2017 12:09:40 AM Tsak rolls Rolth over onto his side, and begins looking over his friend. The last thing Rolth will see, will not be this beach. Sable also helps out with Rolth, even going into his bag and grabbing a potion and helping him drink it. Gorthuk lets everyone else in on the two men up the beach. As for the elemental, Gorthuk feels they could outrun it. The elemental is coming in the general direction of the party. On the beach, he sees hundreds of flood slain... the mabelhornes are fighting them and holding their own. Kiwina stands by with the group watching as the two men talk among themselves and point to the elemental. Finnian shares how powerful druids could control elementals. He then brings Rolth back to the living by healing him. Rolth wakes up and thanks his friends for helping him before gathering his gear and receiving his potion back from sable. Elyas reloads his crossbow and warns everyone to be on their toes as the battle doesn't appear to have ended. Falco asks if this elemental is similar to the one that propelled the ship, but this elemental is way to big. ------------------------------------------ Wyarr activates his divine bond on his bow and asks his friend if he can reach out and find out why this thing is upset. Beriothian answers his friend before channeling one of his spells and summoning an ally in the form of a storm giant. The storm giant appears before the druid. The elemental is 70 feet away from the duo and 125 feet from the party.The party is 145 feet from the duo. Picture it like a triangle
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Tuesday December 19th, 2017 7:17:38 AM
Kiwina hastens over to the two men, keeping well away from the elemental and their huge captive nawao. He stops 15' away from them and calls out, "What's going on here?"
(One round at a run.)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (7/22 HP | AC: 13; Touch: 10; Flat: 12; CMD: 17) | Glaive +3 1d10+3 x3 | Paws (2) +1 1d4+1 x2| Status: Fatigued (3/6r) Tuesday December 19th, 2017 7:34:24 AM
Rolth suggests that the rest of the party follow Kiwina in a looping run around the elemental. ”We need to draw it away from the cave mouth!”. He will offer to carry Falco, if he likes. To the two strangers, he will say, ”There are village folk hiding out in that cave over there where the treants used to worship. We need to keep this thing away from them. We, by the way, are the Eight Petaled Rose, champions of the recent Taurnament, but perhaps overmatched in this battle. We welcome the arrival of the Dragon Consortium and Fey Queen’s representative in these troubled times.”
(OOC This is Rolth’s 4th round of fatigue, I just can’t edit the header on my iPad)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 10/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: Fatigued Tuesday December 19th, 2017 10:25:12 AM
Gothruk moves 60ft towards the two, strangers following the rest of the group. He would like to move faster but the touch of the undead before has left him not only out of breath but in need of a break. Don't worry 'bout me.... I'll catch up...
The Guy in the Maab Surcoat ( Sheet) AC 35/19/30, CMD 40 , HP 161/153, DR 5/Evil Tuesday December 19th, 2017 2:21:01 PM
Lift his bow towards Rolth and the motion makes the ring of the Dragon Consortium on his ring visible as well, "Thank you, good man.. see you the safe the villagers. We will tend to this." he says of the elemental and then moves in smooth, well practiced motions that are nearly a blur of arms and hands that sends a volley of several arrows flying towards the elemental.
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Full attack with manyshot, rapidshot, and deadly aim
Attack 1: Hit AC 32, 40 piercing damage, 10 shocking damage, cold damage, fire damage, Attack 2: Hit AC 38, 20 piercing damage, 3 shocking damage, Attack 3: Hit AC 23, 19 piercing damage, 4 shocking damage, Attack 4: Hit AC 29, 21 piercing damage, 6 shocking damage, Rapidshot: Hit AC 44, 22 piercing damage, 6 shocking damage, Speed Shot: Hit AC 41, 21 piercing damage, 1 shocking damage,
Giving me an error.. will see what happens!
The Guy in the Maab Surcoat ( Sheet) AC 35/19/30, CMD 40 , HP 161/153, DR 5/Evil d6=3 ; d6=4 ; d6=6 ; d6=1 ; d6=2 ; d6=2 ; d6=4 ; d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d6=1 ; d6=4 ; d6=6 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; Tuesday December 19th, 2017 2:23:27 PM
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Huh.. all my rolls disappeared to me? Gave an XML error part way through rolling so I hit post and it went though
here are the rest though:
Attack 1: Hit AC 32, 40 piercing damage, 10 shocking damage,7 cold damage,6 fire damage, Attack 2: Hit AC 38, 20 piercing damage, 3 shocking damage,6 cold damage,1 fire damage, Attack 3: Hit AC 23, 19 piercing damage, 4 shocking damage,1 cold damage,4 fire damage, Attack 4: Hit AC 29, 21 piercing damage, 6 shocking damage,2 cold damage,6 fire damage, Rapidshot: Hit AC 44, 22 piercing damage, 6 shocking damage,2 cold damage, 1 fire damage, Speed Shot: Hit AC 41, 21 piercing damage, 1 shocking damage,4 cold damage,1 fire damage,
Beriothian -- AC:34+4/18+4/32+4 HP: 306/290 CMD = 23 Tuesday December 19th, 2017 10:22:52 PM Treants you say? I'll need to remember that, they are lovely fellows. No worries, we won't let them get past us. Beri finishes his summons, and no sooner does the storm giant appears before them than the druid starts to call forth a second one to make sure the elemental can't get past them
***Storm Giant*** Storm Giant- hp 237 (199 +38 augmented summoning): +4 to constitution and strength AC 28, touch 10, flat-footed 26 (+6 armor, +2 Dex, +12 natural, –2 size) Fort +17, Ref +8, Will +15 Immune electricity, Constant—freedom of movement
Storm Giant 1- hp 237 The giant looks around... there is a tension in the air, but the the elemental is still a long ways off. Rather than rushing into battle, the storm giant decides to live up to his name, calling forth a lighting storm (call lightining).
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - The Crazy Elemental Wednesday December 20th, 2017 12:54:02 AM Kiwina and Rolth head over to the member of the dragon consortium. Kiwina asks what is going on, while Rolth warns of the villagers. Gothruk heads over too, but takes a little longer and encourages his friends that he'll catch up. ============== Wyarr encourages the group to help the villagers before turning his attention to the water elemental. All his arrows strike true and the elemental looks odd with the arrows floating inside its body. It continues on heading directly for the duo. Beriothian starts summoning a second storm giant as soon as the first appears. The first storm giant begins summoning of his own, this time a lightning storm. ===================== The elemntal moves closer and will be able to attack next round.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 5/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: Fatigued Wednesday December 20th, 2017 1:12:40 AM
Tsak, worse for wear and still coughing up some water, is happy to head toward the mouth of the cave and set up as a last line of defense. He yells into the cave Stay alert in there and be ready to move deeper into the cave, it's still not safe out here.
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy Wednesday December 20th, 2017 2:55:56 AM
Sable will head back to the mouth of the cave to protect it from further assault.
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=20 ; Wednesday December 20th, 2017 6:52:59 AM "Perhaps I was not clear," Kiwina tells the guy in the surcoat, "I was not asking you to explain yourselves, I was asking if you can explain this. . ." he gestures to the scene up and down the beach ". . . the storm . . . the undead . . . the children of Domi. . ."
Having rephrased his question, Kiwina makes sure to stay well away from the battle (moves 50' further than he was) and scans the beach for other threats (perception = 20).
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (7/22 HP | AC: 13; Touch: 10; Flat: 12; CMD: 17) | Glaive +3 1d10+3 x3 | Paws (2) +1 1d4+1 x2| Status: Fatigued (5/6r) Wednesday December 20th, 2017 6:56:59 AM
Not one to buck the advice of the Dragon Consortium, Rolth says "Yes!" in High Woldian and makes a double move back toward the mouth of the cave, taking care to avoid any traps the villagers have set, where he will take up a defensive position alongside Sable and Tsak.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Wednesday December 20th, 2017 9:46:37 AM
Falco steps towards the new comers but stops short as the Storm Giant appears. He stands moth agape for a moment watching the power the creatures calls forth at the elemental. When the lighting hits he pumps his fist in the air.
"ZAP! Now that's magic!"
He backs towards the moth of the cave not wanting to miss any of the show.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 10/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: Fatigued Wednesday December 20th, 2017 10:13:48 AM
Gothruk, realising that he dosn't want to be anywhere near the fight that is about to take place, turns around and start running in the other direction. Back towards the cave. At the end of the double move he's even more out of breath and has accomplished nothing but tiring himself out.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:Shield: AC 17 Wednesday December 20th, 2017 10:30:31 AM
Elyas stands by Falco, appreciating the power on display, both from the massive elemental and the two strangers.
I sure hope these guys are in our side! This is amazing!
The Guy in the Maab Surcoat ( Sheet) AC 35/19/30, CMD 40 , HP 161/153, DR 5/Evil d20+27=43 ; d20+27=44 ; d20+27=35 ; d20+22=41 ; d20+17=22 ; d20+12=26 ; d8+17=23 ; d8+17=21 ; d8+17=21 ; d8+17=19 ; d8+17=20 ; d8+17=23 ; d8+17=23 ; d6=5 ; d6=3 ; d6=5 ; d6=2 ; d6=2 ; d6=1 ; d6=4 ; d6=5 ; d6=1 ; d6=5 ; d6=1 ; d6=4 ; d6=2 ; d6=6 ; d6=1 ; d6=5 ; d6=2 ; d6=1 ; d6=5 ; d6=3 ; d6=4 ; Wednesday December 20th, 2017 3:23:18 PM
"It isn't just here.. it is all over the Wold. Things are afoot!" Wyaar calls back to the Tauren heroes as he sends more arrows towards the giant elemental.
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Full attack with all the fixings
Attack 1: Hit AC 43, 44 piercing damage, 8 shocking damage,6 cold damage,6 fire damage, Attack 2: Hit AC 35, 21 piercing damage, 5 shocking damage,5 cold damage,2 fire damage, Attack 3: Hit AC 41, 19 piercing damage, 2 shocking damage,1 cold damage,1 fire damage, Attack 4: Hit AC 22, 20 piercing damage, 2 shocking damage,4 cold damage,5 fire damage, Rapidshot: Hit AC 26, 23 piercing damage, 1 shocking damage,2 cold damage, 3 fire damage, Speed Shot: Hit AC 35, 23 piercing damage, 4 shocking damage,6 cold damage,4 fire damage,
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20=4 ; Wednesday December 20th, 2017 5:10:44 PM
Finnian runs with the othera tobget a closer look at the two stangers and his jaw drops. [i] "These two guys are the coolest, most powerful people I've ever seen."[i] He tryiesto think of something to say but is speechless. Finnian's head whips back and fourth between the two trying to learn how they are doing what they are doing. He mimics the druids hand motions and tries to summon a storm giant. Instead and eagle pops into the Wold in front of Finnian. He claps his hands together. In delight and looks to the druid for approval, but he has more pressing matters to attend to. The bird winks out of existence as quickly as it appeared. "Can I stay hear and watch them?" he asks his group. Finnian is reluctant to leave even though it is dangerous.
Beriothian -- AC:34+4/18+4/32+4 HP: 306/290 CMD = 23 3d10=9 ; d10+29=37 ; d10+24=29 ; d10+19=28 ; 4d6+23=38 ; 4d6+23=30 ; 4d6+23=38 ; d20+29=41 ; d20+24=31 ; d20+19=27 ; 4d6+23=37 ; 4d6+23=38 ; 4d6+23=40 ; Wednesday December 20th, 2017 10:08:24 PM
***Mysterious Druid*** Beri finishes his summon, and a second storm giant appears next to the first one. With some reinforcements now before them the druid starts to call forth his own lightining storm to aid in the battle
***Magic Attacks*** The lightning cast by the storm gian streams down, striking the water elemental. Damage = 9 ( 9 lightning bolts remaining )
***Storm Giant*** Storm Giant- hp 237 (199 +38 augmented summoning): +4 to constitution and strength AC 28, touch 10, flat-footed 26 (+6 armor, +2 Dex, +12 natural, –2 size) Fort +17, Ref +8, Will +15 Immune electricity, Constant—freedom of movement
The two storm giants look at eachother and nod. In a flash they take off towards the water elemental, one on earch side. They pull out their masterwork great swords, give out a mighty yell, and bring their swords down in unison, striking at the moster before them.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - The Crazy Elemental Thursday December 21st, 2017 1:06:34 AM
Majority of the party head for the cave to make sure rhe villagers are okay. They are fine... just filled with amazement at the sight of two storm giants.
A few stay on the beach to watch the battle while Kiwina asks for his question to be answered correctly to which he is told its not just here, its all over the wold.
Wyarr unleashes another barrage of arrows, while Beriothian Drops a bolt ontop of the elemental. The two storm giants start slashing the creature too.. finally one connects a huge watery gash that splashes the duo of DRagons with the remains of the elemental. The creature turns to a crashing wave that soaks the beach and those in the area.
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Many of the living souls on the beach fall.. but all the floodslain are vanquished. The water elemntal is sent back to its plain... and finally the sun comes out. The tide brings in and out, hundreds of bodies. Some rhw floodslain.. some the defenders . The water has a red hue from all the blood.
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Ooc: Thank you to our DC posters.. and enjoy your slow down.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Thursday December 21st, 2017 6:39:39 AM
As the elemental crashes into nothing more then a puddle Falco leaps into the air pumping his fist.
"Good show! Good show!"
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - The Crazy Elemental Thursday December 21st, 2017 8:17:26 AM
XP: 500 XP each. TREASURE: 4 daggers, 4 battle axes, 2 +1 light crossbows 2500 gp
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (7/22 HP | AC: 13; Touch: 10; Flat: 12; CMD: 17) | Glaive +3 1d10+3 x3 | Paws (2) +1 1d4+1 x2| Status: Fatigued (5/6r) Thursday December 21st, 2017 8:51:54 PM
Thanks to the Dragon Consortium PCs who showed up to save the day! It was pretty cool to see what characters at that level can do. And thanks to the Co-DMs for an excellent battle, and for the XP and loot tally. Can one of you clarify what is meant by 2500gp killed? I folks are willing, we can work out loot division via email and have that all divvied up by the time things restart. The party loot spreadsheet will help with that if someone wants to start filling that out.
Happy Holidays, everyone. Thanks for putting up with my occasional (hopefully gentle) reminders in my ADM role :)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Thursday December 21st, 2017 8:55:33 PM
Falco eyes the crossbow enviously. He picks one up hoping it will magically resize and just shakes his head.
"We need to fight some small folks with magic weapons next time. I'm going to need to make my own stuff on these islands."
Beriothian -- AC:34+4/18+4/32+4 HP: 306/290 CMD = 23 Thursday December 21st, 2017 8:55:40 PM
The druid, now soaking wet, wipes brushes the water off of his face, then turns to face the other party before him. Well, now that that's taken care of, I believe we haven't been properly introduced. I am Beriothian Galanodel of the Iron Dragons, and this is my fellow adventurer Wyaar Mudlynn. The Dragon Consortium has had the Iron Dragons traveling the Wold lately to help deal with and investigate the recent events that have been going on throughout the Wold. It looks like we are about done here, so we'll probably be headed to the Giggling Ghost shortly to relax a little before we are summoned again.
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Thursday December 21st, 2017 9:27:02 PM
Kiwina looks at the carnage, taking in all the work that remains to be done. Rites for the dead. Finding food and housing for the survivors. He particularly looks to see how the town has fared, or not.
"Well met Beriothian Galanodel and Wyaar Mudlynn, you doubtlessly saved us, But you also mentioned recent events throughout the Wold." Kiwina sounds distracted, but only because there is so much to take in at the moment.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (7/22 HP | AC: 13; Touch: 10; Flat: 12; CMD: 17) | Glaive +3 1d10+3 x3 | Paws (2) +1 1d4+1 x2| Status: Fatigued (5/6r) Friday December 22nd, 2017 9:03:08 PM ”It is an honor to meet you both. Thank you for showing up to save the Isle from these depredations. I am Rolth Niheow, newly of the WLA, and we are the Eight Petaled Rose. We were blessed by Domi to win the recent Taurnament of Roses, and hope to do more to protect these dear Isles and their inhabitants. If you have any news of the world that might aid that quest, please share it. And we would be glad to share what we have learned with you. And to share a drink at the Giggling Ghost. I don’t suppose you have any spare healing before we go, we don’t seem to have a priest handy...”
A Rest Between Beats
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn Post Thursday December 28th, 2017 4:55:54 PM
The two visitors leave, kindly complimenting you on your skills. Several villagers thank you. Wounds heal and some time has past. Reconstruction has begun. The treants are gruff but helping. They seem to be a bit irritable but what could you expect from a race that has been dormant for hundreds of years. The beach has been flattened but thanks to the Petals no one was killed due to the storm. That doesn't count the casualties from the floodslain. Burials begin with long processions that move slowly around the caves to a centuries-old plot. (OOC: Feel free to post if you want. Any help you want offer for reconstruction.)
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy Thursday December 28th, 2017 6:39:32 PM
Sable lends his strong back to the task of rebuilding and hauling. He will also ask, “Are there some rights that can be performed over the dead to keep them from rising again? It might be wise to do so”
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn Post Friday December 29th, 2017 8:26:43 AM
"Thank you so much," said a couple. "Do you know any? We lost our children and wouldn't like to see them rise back up. Could you share that rite, so others could use it. There are so many dead?"
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=14 ; Friday December 29th, 2017 2:20:41 PM
Rolth will also pitch in to the task of rebuilding. Overhearing Sable's conversation with the couple that lost their children, he will express sympathy. "Perhaps the witch, Marie, who warned us of the coming storm, will have some more wisdom to share. Has anyone seen her?" Rolth will ask about for her, and keep an eye out to try to spot her. (Perception = 14)
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Saturday December 30th, 2017 12:19:25 AM
As the days pass, Kiwina helps out where he can and where the Petals are asked for, but pays particular attention to the manner in which people are reacting to the children of Domi and listens for news from other areas, particularly if any ships come into port.
He recalls that his tribe used burial at sea, in caves, or in sand dunes. But then, the islands had few areas suitable for liontaur-style graveyards. The spirits of the warriors buried at sea in red shrouds inhabit sharks and protect sailors at sea.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn Post Sunday December 31st, 2017 9:34:37 PM
Marie, is working on the remains of her small home on the beach as the children of Domi seem to be protected by their parents. Their taur parents struggle to hide the children from the population. The ships previously docked have been destroyed as the sailors gathering to work on a plan to rebuild. Any funerals in the sea area delayed.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Monday January 1st, 2018 9:04:07 AM
Rolth will spend some time helping Marie with her cottage. "Marie, thank you for warning of the coming storm. Do you have any more portents of the future, or has this storm genuinely passed?"
Once done there, he will let the local sailors and fishermen know where his rowboat was stored inland of the damage, and offer its use if they will retrieve it. He will remove the salmon from the storage compartment and distribute it to those most in need, starting with the Children of Domi.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - back to the program Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 1:06:51 AM
The beach is littered with bodies.... floodslain and Taur alike. Some of the living are gathering the dead while others search for missing. After the DC leaves.. time and life move on.
Alex Marlblehorn comes running up to the group. " This is madness" he bellows. " the dead storm the beach in an army... we lost too much. Too darn much. "
He looks back towards the city before continuing. " This going to be hard to come back from.. we lost part of the city, lost many good Taurs. The dead reads like a whose who of the town. And most of all, the treants blame us. What to do..."
" The roost is gone... as is the Chessford field. I don't know if I could take any more."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=15 ; Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 6:59:53 AM
Rolth grasps Marblehorn by the shoulders in a companionable way and says, "We have lost so much, let us not lose our cool as well. The people of the Isle will be looking to us for leadership, and we need to provide it. Are we not survivors of the famed Taurnament of Roses? And you the scion of the noble Marblehorn bloodline? We are up to this challenge, so let's be about it! Now, where is the greatest need? And how can we soothe the treants, and make clear that we are not the cause of all this? Where is their leader? (Diplomacy =15 if needed)
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 7:15:56 AM "We should help the surviving leaders of the community and do what we can to re-establish order. Sheltering and feeding those who have lost their homes seems like top priority. Perhaps organizkng hunting parties. . ."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 7:25:14 AM "If we live in the loss then we will all lose more. Now is the time to honor the dead but not forget those still live. Look to each other and be strong. I am a competent blacksmith, I can help rebuild if there is no immediate threat."
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy d20+5=13 ; Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 4:22:45 PM
At the words, “Hunting Party”, Sable perks up - as he was not really fully listening - he wonders if Kiwina’s plan is to hunt down....
No, no that must not be it. Maybe hunt for food for the survivors, yeah that makes more sense.
Sable performs a survival check (13 or 15 if we ARE hunting for surviving Taurs)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 9:12:59 PM
Still amazed at the two powerful men that just defeated the giant water creature, Finnian makes his way back to the group. "Did... Did you see those two. They... They were amazing," he stammers.
"one day that will be me" he promises himself
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:Shield: AC 17 Thursday January 4th, 2018 12:54:06 AM The important thing is that we are still here. We can rebuild. But whatever caused that freak storm and those abominations may still be in play. We need to learn more or we might not survive the next one!
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - back to the program Thursday January 4th, 2018 3:45:42 AM
[Bj]Rolth [/b] grasps and rallies the Marlbehorn with strong words and conviction. " Ugh... Galene " he stammers a the about the treant leader.
Kiwina breaks down the steps the taurs need to take to rebuild. The mention of a hunting party perks up Sable who is unsure of the direction Kiwina meant. Sable is more then ready to search for the living.
Falco gives some encouraging words and offers to work as a blacksmith if needed.
Finnian is still in awe of the two DC members and vows to be there one day.
Elyas also offers encouraging words but feels the reason behind this needs tk be figured out to help with any future events.
" Speak with Galene. Maybe your wordswill help.the marblehorns can kerp this under control.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=17 ; Thursday January 4th, 2018 9:15:55 AM
Rolth will seek out Galene, welcoming others of the Petals to join in. Approaching politely, he will ask in High Woldian and Common, "Oh magnificent protector of the Isle, guardian of nature, deep-rooted font of wisdom, I beseech you to listen to our request for collaboration against that which threatens all, the isle, nature's creatures, indeed the entire Wold. I am Rolth of clan Niheow, friend-of-dryads-called Cassia and Willonia, awardee of Hollyhocks, and most recently of the Eight-Petaled Rose, blessed by Domi the Protector. Forgive the hasty introduction, but I fear that a great unbalancing of nature is abroad in the land, and would seek your insight that we might work together to restore all that is right in the Wold. Will you consider cooperating in this noble quest? What insights can you give us that will aid in this quest? (Diplomacy =17)
(OOC: Others feel free to pile on to help the discussion along)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Thursday January 4th, 2018 10:47:28 AM
Falco follow behind Rolth collecting small stick for no real reason.
[ooc: down with the flu so lame post form me]
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20=8 ; Thursday January 4th, 2018 3:48:26 PM
Rolths introduction was certainly something to behold. Finnian certainly could never weave words so elegantly but he does add. "I am Finnian, a druid of this Wold," [b] he stamds up a bit straighter as he says this. [b]"and I too pledge to protect the Wold and this community. What can we do to help?" Aid Diplomacy=8 fail...
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy d20-1=2 ; Thursday January 4th, 2018 6:58:27 PM ”I am Sable, a hunter of wayward Taurs and protector of the natural order. How may I assist?”
3 to assist diplomacy, no assist...
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20=6 ; Thursday January 4th, 2018 7:39:23 PM
Kiwina will join the others seeking Galene. "We are still not entirely sure what happened, whether such a thing has happened before, and whether it is time to rebuild or to prepare for more." (Roll to aid diplomacy = 6)
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - back to the program Friday January 5th, 2018 1:40:14 AM Rolth moves up with the others towards the huge treants. An old one, if a treant could be old, is obviously Galene. Moss grows on his thick bark, and the other treants listen to him intently. As the group approaches he is about to speak when Rolth starts. The old treant stays quiet the entire time, just eyeing the group up and down.
A loud, scratchy voice echoes from the lving tree... " I was going to propose that you turn around and walk back to your cave and barricade yourselves inside and let us handle this... but your words ring true. I still don't like it, and i still think this lays at your taur feet more then on our branches. That being said, I know you cannot fix this yourselves. You need us. If you fail, the repercussions will resonate to us anyway so there is little reason to not make sure you succeed. "
He looks to the others as they chime in, and he nods. " I don't need your stories. My rings are from when your parents parents were little taurs. Your stories are short, and frankly not very enticing. But again... I do not need this to befall onto us treants what you caused. I do not know what to make of it, this storm was the worst I've seen in my years. You... Kiwina was it.... why only one centaur. Why not more... why the small flesh races?" " Fergal?" Galene calls out. " Come forward." Another oldish treant lumbers(get it) up to the lead treant. What did you see? The oddness you shared with us before the storm? The dancing sands was it? Yeah... check there taurs, halfling and half elf. Fergal was contacted by a young bushling who saw things that were not natural, but also didn't have words in our language. Check it out... while we head back to where we belong. "
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 5/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: Fatigued, and a little tinselled... Friday January 5th, 2018 3:15:54 AM
Tsak wanders up to the group of taurs and treants, the loud, scratchy voice of the tree runs all the way up his spine and makes his hair stand on end. Perhaps that small barrel of ale that he found should have been shared with the group. He meant to share it and only had the first taste to make sure it was still good, and it was good... so good. Things kind of went downhill from there and he sort of lost track of the day. He holds his head in his hands and hopes that his groan wasn't loud enough to be heard by anyone else. There's work to be done lad, he says to himself, and tries to focus on what's happening and what he can do to help.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:Shield: AC 17 d20+7=13 ; Friday January 5th, 2018 5:38:25 AM
Elyas listens to the Treant quietly, thinking where there might be "dancing sands" to look into.
Knowledge local: 13
Unless anyone else has another idea of what could be causing this storm, it seems like this dancing sand is as good a place to start as any. Let us take advantage of this lull in the weather and do what we can before another one comes...
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Friday January 5th, 2018 6:34:49 AM
Rolth gently claps Tsak on the shoulder, and quietly whispers a welcome to his hungover friend. He agrees with Elyas that they should seek out these dancing sands, but be wary as they approach, as there are potential hazards. Perhaps the treants will offer to reveal the location? Either way, he senses that they are tired of talking to us, so he merely bows in woodenly silent thanks to Galene.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor AC 17 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+8=16 ; d20+8=19 ; Friday January 5th, 2018 8:32:08 AM
Falco is suitably impressed by the treants and only bristles a little when the presence of the small races is brought into question and mumbles to himself. "lose something in a small hole and see how useful I am."
He gets it back to gather when the talk of the dancing sands comes up and ponders if there is anything is has read about that could account for it.
{Know: Arcana 16} {Know: Nature 19}
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 10/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: Fatigued Friday January 5th, 2018 10:11:37 AM
After running back and forth across the battlefield, and feeling the dread of the floodslain, Gothruk had sat down to recover as well as nurse his wound. Seeing that the others were talking to the Trents he wearily gets up and moves over to to them. What is this of dancing sands? I thought that after the tournament we wouldn't have to puzzle over riddles for at least a moon.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20=3 ; Friday January 5th, 2018 4:10:36 PM
As is to be expected Finnian is awestruck at the sight of the Treant, but frowns when he opens his mouth. "A bit more self riotous than I would have expected," he thinks to himself, bout nevertheless gives a bow and vows to do all he can to aid them.
does anyone know where we might find some dancing sands? he asks the group back at the cave, not ver diplomatically... Diplomacy =3
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+6=20 ; Friday January 5th, 2018 6:44:56 PM
Kiwina tries to recall whether he has heard of dancing sands, and pays close attention to any directions Fergal might give on where that is. (roll: geograhy = 20) If he understands where this is, he tells the others.
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy d20+4=21 ; Friday January 5th, 2018 6:51:19 PM
Sable wonders about dancing sands (Knowledge Nature - 21) in case that is reference to some natural phenomenon. He will share what he knows with the others...
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - back to the program Sunday January 7th, 2018 11:52:22 PM
If the treant could roll its eyes, this would be the moment it would. "I forget that you do not have the wisdom of the woods. The dancing Sands is what our races calls your shoreline... I believe you call it 'the beach'. The place was where Fergal saw the oddness. "
Thought he name is foreign to everyone, the locale is known. The beach is everywhere on the island, but a plot of land that has a knack for quicksand seems like a strong possibility of being the dancing sands.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+6=26 ; Monday January 8th, 2018 6:53:05 AM
Rolth suggests that the Petals head over to the area of the dancing sands, approaching cautiously so that we do not fall into it unawares. He will have a rope handy, and thinks we should each find a plank or small tree to carry or drag along. There should be plenty at hand, given the damage from the storm. There may be other hazards or threats, so he'll keep a sharp eye out for them too. (Survival = 26 to spot quicksand and other natural hazards; Perception =
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=20 ; Monday January 8th, 2018 6:54:31 AM
(Perception = 20 to observe other activity of interest in the area)
OOC Don't forget to refresh your hit point in your headers; we all got healed up over the past couple of days of reconstruction, per the DMs' earlier post)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Monday January 8th, 2018 10:36:43 AM
Agreeing with Rolth "Yes, that sounds like a good place to start." Think I will stay towards the back on this. Quicksand doesn't sound pleasant.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Rested Monday January 8th, 2018 2:25:59 PM
Elyas spends a bit of time preparing his spells and is ready to head out. He is eager to find any information that could lead to answers about the crazy storm, but agrees that quicksand warrants a healthy dose of caution
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Monday January 8th, 2018 4:32:03 PM
Finnian agrees that the quick sand seems like the best place to start. He is also secretly very scared of the quicksand.
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy Monday January 8th, 2018 6:49:20 PM
Sable recommends we the off those in the lead so they can be pulled out if they fall in.
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=21 ; Monday January 8th, 2018 7:44:07 PM What a silly thing to call a beach, Kiwina thinks to himself as he follows the others. He watches intently for anything unusual as the party approaches the shore (roll: perception = 21).
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Tuesday January 9th, 2018 6:38:44 AM
Tsak, feeling quite recuperated from his rest after the fighting (and his other 'alement') is happy to have a rope tied around his waist and go on point. He figures he owes the team both for his bad behavior and for the shiny new crossbow. (OOC I'll update my character sheet in the next day or so)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+6=12 ; Tuesday January 9th, 2018 8:16:44 AM
Gothruk will go at the back of the pack and suggests the other heavier taurs do likewise. We don't want too many big bodies falling into quicksand otherwise it'll pull the smaller bodies in after them.
He'll be on watch for quicksand, the layer of water as well as testing each step before firmly placing his hooves. Perception = 12
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - back to the program Tuesday January 9th, 2018 9:02:29 AM
The thought of quicksand doesn't hamper the petals from heading to the area the Treant called the Dancing sands. Kiwina is able to spot the quicksand before anyone can fall into it, while Rolth is able to figure out a path that keeps them from falling in.
The bigger members stay to the back, figuring if they fall in they won't be able to be pulled out.
The floodwaters from the storm have huge puddles of brackish water and small tide pools. There are hundreds of dead, bloated corpses on the beach but none look like villagers.
The sounds of the waves crashing is a constant, but the place has an odd feel.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=9 ; Tuesday January 9th, 2018 9:06:47 AM
Before the group starts to move for the beach Falco makes some notes about the storm and the attacks, even sketching a few images that he may want to etch into weapons once thigns calm down.
As they head to the beach Flaco keeps his eyes peeled as well as his crossbow in his hands.
{Perception: 9}
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy Tuesday January 9th, 2018 5:23:27 PM
Sable completes his plan of tying off those in front and serving as one of the "Anchors" for the party...
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Rested Tuesday January 9th, 2018 5:29:53 PM
Elyas casts detect magic when he feels something strange in the air, and walks around slowly searching for auras.
He also draws his crossbow in case some of these corpses start moving....
be on guard, we have to assume any dead body can cause us trouble, especially wet dead bodies
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Tuesday January 9th, 2018 6:46:23 PM
Rolth will share what he learns about the safe path through the quicksand, and wait to see what Elyas and the others learn about their surroundings before suggesting that they move down the safe path to see what else they might find. He is also happy to serve as an anchor, which leaves his hands free to wield his glaive. He'll use that for attacks of opportunity as they arise.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=13 ; Tuesday January 9th, 2018 6:47:30 PM
(Perception = 13) Tsak stays on point, following Rolth's directions he navigates as best as possible to check out (Perception) the bodies, trying to find out what is so disturbing about this place. Tsak is not moving quickly but taking his time, constantly looking to check on the rest of the party and his surroundings. He has both hands empty at this time. Finnian, Falco or Elyas can one of you please stick with me and keep your bow trained on the bodies as I investigate them.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+9=26 ; Tuesday January 9th, 2018 9:20:37 PM
[b]"I've your back Tsak" Finnian says amd nocks an arrow. He follows the half-orc with his eyes peeled for danger.
Perception =26
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Tuesday January 9th, 2018 9:28:35 PM
With the foreboding feel of the place, Kiwina quickly asks the aumakua for guidance. He watches for a sign (probably in the form of animal activity).
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Wednesday January 10th, 2018 6:33:30 AM "Of course Tsak lets hope they are all resting dead. If not I guess we will not to put them to rest."
Why does everything feel so odd.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - back to the program d20=11 ; Wednesday January 10th, 2018 9:02:51 AM
Falco jots down notes and sketches before heading to the beach. On the beach he looks around but keeps getting distracted by the waves crashing to notice anything.
Sable, smartly, ties a rope to every member and acts as the anchor. Smart if the wold doesnr open up and swallow the front members and drag him down too.
Elyas casts detect magic but the only auras come from the party.
Rolth also acts like an anchor, and readies his glaive. He poimts out the possible routes.
Tsak takes the point and uses the path Rolth gives and heads through the quicksand. He checks on the bodies as he passes. They all seem similar to the previous floodslain.
Finnian is the one who notices the grouping of the undead by the beach. Where they usually find 1 or 2 bodies.. at one point on the beach are atleast 15 bodies grouped together.
Kiwina asks for guidance, but if anyone is answering he doesn't see it. The animals that are on the beach are acting natuarally.
Falco moves up alongside Tsak to help with the point.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+6=26 ; Wednesday January 10th, 2018 9:09:11 AM
Gothruk looks at the bodies, why don't they look like villagers? Are they dressed differently? Are they strange races? Gothruk then looks put to the sea, any creatures feeding that might pose a threat to us? Harpies, sirens, mermen. He then looks to the sky, anything above? Perception 1D30+6=26
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Wednesday January 10th, 2018 9:10:19 AM
OOC, that's awkward timing...
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Rested Wednesday January 10th, 2018 12:43:58 PM
[B] there doesn't seem to be any magic at play here, just what you would expect after seeing the beach cave we were at.
So what do you think fought these floodslain off? They seem to be dead, and not trying to kill us. Think they might be faking it?
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Wednesday January 10th, 2018 7:17:08 PM
Rolth says, ”Maybe there is a clue in that big clump of undead over there.". Can we find a safe path in that direction? I mean, what could go wrong?
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Wednesday January 10th, 2018 7:45:46 PM "Just before the storm we say lightning striking something in the water" Kiwina reminds the others.
Was that in this area? He looks back towards the caves.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+9=21 ; Wednesday January 10th, 2018 10:03:32 PM "Over there," Finnian points "It looks like there is a mass of bodies" Fresh out of spells having wasted his last of the day trying to impress the druid by summoning an eagle for a split second; Finnian readies his bow and moves with the group, trying to stay out of the front line.
Perception=21 to see if any of the bodies are moving
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=22 ; Wednesday January 10th, 2018 10:44:27 PM
(Perception=22) Tsak moves toward the large group of undead bodies very, very carefully. If it appears safe to do so he'll approach, and maybe even move a few to see what has caused the pile (perception)...
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy Thursday January 11th, 2018 2:47:02 AM
Sable draws his great sword, ready for attack. ”Let’s go take a look at the bodies, they might be covering something important.”
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=3 ; Thursday January 11th, 2018 8:31:31 AM
{Perception: 1+2=3} *sigh*
Sticking with Tsak Falco moves to examine the bodies. In doing so he see something shiny on the ground, a small piece of glass worn by sand and water, and completed forget what he was meant to be looking at.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - back to the program Thursday January 11th, 2018 8:39:26 AM
Gothruk sees they are taurs, b. ut not villagers meaning they weren't freshly killed and appear to be dead out at sea/from the storm. He doesn't notice anuthing at sea or in the air.
Elyas asks if the floodslain might be playing possum. If they are.. they are very good at it.
Rolth is able to pick a way safely through the sands to the pile.
Kiwina cannnot tell if the lightning hit in this general area or if it was more out to sea.
Finnian takes out his bow and gets ready for anything that plans to attack.
Tsak moves closer and examines the undead. He doesnt see any visible wounds.
Sable, like Finnian readies his weapon and moves closer.
A flock of gulls take flight from further up the beach, flying towards the sea. A rat scurries out fron under driftwood and starts scampering towards town. Hundreds of liitle crabs scurry out of their dens and crawl down the beach into the sea
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Rested d20+3=17 ; Thursday January 11th, 2018 1:22:01 PM
Elyas will slowly movr towards the disturbance up the beach, and keeps a watch out for whatever caused the animals to flee.
Perception 17
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=23 ; Thursday January 11th, 2018 7:57:51 PM "Do you think a taur should take point?" Kiwina asks. "Galene said current events were precipitated by taurs, and questioned why the small races are with us."
Kiwina does not move to take point, but continues to move down the beach as the group searches. He's just feeling restless and disquieted. (Roll: perception = 23 as he continues to watch)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=20 ; Thursday January 11th, 2018 8:45:18 PM
Rolth is willing to take point. He continues to move ahead cautiously, watching for signs of danger or anything else interesting. (Perception = 20)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+9=17 ; d20=20 ; Thursday January 11th, 2018 9:05:20 PM
Nestled safely behind Rolth, Finnian feels much safer, it's not the dead bodies that disturbs him but rather he is still coming to grips with the fact that they are walking through a beach of quicksand. "Best to have you out in front with your keen eye," He says. Finnian looks around but is more preoccupied with trying to figure if there are any other threats that he may know about when it comes to quick sand.
[Perception=17 I rolled a Natural 20 for my quicksand knowledge because wasn't sure if it was Survival +9, Nature +10 or Geography +7]
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Friday January 12th, 2018 9:30:50 AM As long as Sable, Kiwina or myself are not first we should be able to lift anyone else out of some sand. Gothruk continues moving along behind the pack, Guisarme in one hand and ropes stabilised in the other.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+8=23 ; Friday January 12th, 2018 10:17:16 AM "The small animals seem to be leaving, that is not a good thing to my experience. They run from a threat but I do not see anything." he lets out a long sigh "We should see form what they are fleeing."
He starts to move forward but stops again to pick up a small stone, this time with a red line of minerals though it, planning to polish it later or at least admire it more.
The world shakes
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - Up in the sky Friday January 12th, 2018 10:30:19 AM
In the wake of all the animal activity suddenly things get eerily quiet, so quiet in fact that you could hear a pin drop if you were so inclined. It doesn’t last long. All of a sudden there comes a horrendous crash and things sound as if the Wold is tearing itself apart. The sound is so loud that you can’t quite pinpoint where it is coming from and if you were hard pressed to guess you would have to say everywhere but you aren’t quite sure how that is possible but suffice it to say it is that LOUD.
Eventually the racket subsides and you hope for a second that maybe whatever that was signified the end of all the troubles happening of late. If only things were so fortunate because not even a full moment after the thundering noise ceases does the ground start trembling again...could it be an earthquake?
This activity feels different as if it is in reaction to something major and not the main event itself. Is the Wold really being split apart? Have the Woldians done something to anger the Gods? Who knows?
The ground you are standing on rocks back and forth like a ship tossed about in a tempestuous sea. Bits of rock, dust and other debris start to fall from the nearby dunes and rock outcroppings and fissures open up in the ground along the paths and thoroughfares. An old, abandonned boat in your proximity tumbles down one of the chasms that have opened up and after a short amount of time you hear the impact of wood on rock and you think luckily there wasn’t a taur in it.
And then just as quickly as the concussive sound appeared and the tremors started, the Wold shaking terminates.
Need Fort save vs DC20. If failed Highlight to display spoiler: { are deafened for 3 rounds (3 posting days).}
This is by far the loudest sound anyone has ever heard.
Then Meteors can be seen streaking across the sky, with brilliant sparkling colors trailed by fiery tails. Their trajectory puts them heading nearby. Priests, witches and those with any predictive abilities feel a sense of dread.
One of these meteors comes crashing somewhere less than a day’s walk from the party. Further up the beach around a bend in the coastline.
Villagers can be seen running from the town towards theparty.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=7 ; Friday January 12th, 2018 5:58:34 PM
(Fort Save = 7 FAIL) Tsak flounders, the shaking has stopped, but he's not sure about the noise. His whole head is ringing. He thinks he can't hear anything, but his ears hurt. Putting a hand up to check for blood, he's relieved to find none. His surroundings now seem surreal, without sound everything lacks context. The waves move, but there's no crash. There is movement everywhere but an eerie silence too. Then the meteors flash across the sky and appear to explode into the earth - no sound. Villagers are coming, but how will anyone communicate if none can hear?
It's all a bit much and the half-orc plonks down on the sand to take a minute to collect himself. Maybe this really is the end of the wold...
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy d20+4=20 ; Friday January 12th, 2018 7:43:28 PM
Sable shrugs off the loud noise all around him. He points towards the closest meteor strike and says ”Maybe we should investigate”
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Rested d20+2=18 ; Friday January 12th, 2018 8:08:17 PM
Elyas looks around as the noises start but can't pinpoint the source, when all of a sudden the noise stops. He still sees things shaking and stuff falling from the sky, but can't hear any of it. He sees Sable pointing at the impact point, but had no idea what was said
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+6=26 ; Friday January 12th, 2018 10:56:48 PM
(Roll: fort = 26)
"That was uncomfortable." Kiwina sees the villagers approach, and prepares to tell them the news -- the aumakua say the sea is safer than the land right now.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+4=20 ; Friday January 12th, 2018 11:35:26 PM
Rolth, used to the howling winds of the sea, also shrugs off the booming noise. (Fort save = 20, success) He nods to Sable and leads the group off in the direction of the closest meteor strike.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Saturday January 13th, 2018 8:30:07 AM
Reminded by Kiwina’s comments, Rolth will pull up short to warn the villagers to stay back from the quicksands and find out what they want from the party. Then we can decide whether to head immediately for the meteor site or not.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+2=9 ; Saturday January 13th, 2018 1:10:08 PM
His ears begin to ring and he struggles to keep his balance. It seems as though most of his companions are recoving quicker but he's not the only one.
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy d20+1=14 ; Sunday January 14th, 2018 6:20:33 AM
Sable, noticing that some of his fellow party members are looking at him in confusion, will try and take a look to see if the hearing loss is permanent or temporary. (Untrained Heal = Roll 14 = 10).
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+4=22 ; Sunday January 14th, 2018 11:28:26 AM
Fortitude = 22 Pass
Gothruk panics. The wold is being torn apart. He sees the others focusing on the more immediate issues, their ears, the meteors. He tries to swallow his terror, and fails. Give him a monster to fight and he will battle till his last breath. But this.. surely this is the end. He doesn't know what to do.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Deaf 3/3 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+1=17 ; Monday January 15th, 2018 8:11:31 AM
Falco stands blinking and looking around, hands over his ears. He shakes his head a couple of time and sticks his fingers in them to try and clear them before practically yelling.
"What? I can't hear anything."
Confused and a little scared he looks around at the others seeing many of them having the save experience.
I hope this is not permanent. I am going to be useless if I cannot hear.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - Up in the sky Tuesday January 16th, 2018 12:19:07 AM
Suddenly the world goes quiet for falco, Finnian, Elyas
Gothruk, rolth, kiwina, Sable meanwhile are fine, their hearing staying intact.
While Rolth warns the villagers to stay back, Sable examines the others to see if the deafness is permanent. He doesn't seem to be able to tell.
In the distance more and more meteors can be seen slamming into the wold with a loud thump. Though these are landing a lot further away.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Tuesday January 16th, 2018 3:40:54 AM
Tsak allows Sable to check his ears. He can't tell much from the Minotaur's expression. If anything Sable seems as confused as Tsak. Hopefully his deafness is temporary and will pass. What to do in the meantime? Without knowing what the villagers or party are discussing Tsak doesn't feel like he's able to contribute in any meaningful way. He decides to sharpen his kukri and his falchion, settling down in the sand to do so while he waits to see what will happen next.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Deaf 3/3 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Tuesday January 16th, 2018 6:29:49 AM
Still unable to hear Falco spins in a circle watching the meteors fall form the sky with a shudder. His normal spirit is clearly shaken by what is going on as he blinks and rubs his ears.
"What in all that all that is holy is going on." he yells before realizing just how loud he is talking.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Rested Tuesday January 16th, 2018 6:33:31 AM
Elyas looks around in a daze, still unable to hear. He sees several other petals speaking to each other, and realizes that not all of them are deaf. He tries to cast detect magic, but struggles to even cast a simple spell.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Tuesday January 16th, 2018 6:37:47 AM
Rolth will try to find a villager who can hear, to find out what they want. If they are all deaf, he will write in the sand and try to get them to do the same. All while being careful of the quicksand, of course.
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Tuesday January 16th, 2018 7:18:32 AM
Kiwina suggests to the villagers that they probably don't want to be along the shore right now. Best to wait out the day from high ground, just in case big waves come
(OOC: I may be unable to post tomorrow. Would someone post for me?)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Tuesday January 16th, 2018 5:35:56 PM
Finnian vigorously shakes his head from side to side, but the ringing persists.
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy Tuesday January 16th, 2018 8:31:53 PM
Sable gestures to those that cannot hear and points towards the nearest meteor fall and grips his weapon. He then gestures forcefully towards the meteor and says to the others, “Let’s go that way.”
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - Up in the sky Wednesday January 17th, 2018 12:27:24 AM
Those with no hearing are still trying to come to terms with it while the others are suggesting they move towards the meteors.
The ringing is slowly going away. ( Tommorows post is the last one with deafness.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=18 ; Wednesday January 17th, 2018 6:19:46 AM
Rolth, seeing that the villagers have been warned, agrees with Sable that it is time to move out toward the meteor impact. Once clear of the quicksand zone, he will suggest with words and hand motions that the party resume its normal outdoor marching order, rather than stay in a single file. As they move out, he will keep a sharp eye out for new events and threats (Perception = 18)
Kiwina (BatMark subbing for Steve M) d20+6=23 ; Wednesday January 17th, 2018 6:25:37 AM
Kiwina, having passed along the wisdom of the aumakua and warned the villagers away, agrees with Sable’s direction and takes his place in the Petals’ marching order when it is safe to do so. As the party moves out, he will try to divine what the aumakua may know about meteors and what threats and opportunities ride them to the Wold. (Knowledge Nature = 23)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Deaf 1/3 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Wednesday January 17th, 2018 7:05:20 AM
Watching Sable pantomime Falco nods vigorously and yells in return.
"Yes. a meteor fell over there!" and then gestures at the weapons being proffered. "You cannot fight a meteor, it just is!"
Sable must be rattled, thinking he can stab a rock.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Wednesday January 17th, 2018 1:45:00 PM
Task, checking what's going on around him realised that team is heading out. With his hearing still impaired he's not eager to go on point just yet so will seek to travel somewhere in the middle of the petals.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Rested Wednesday January 17th, 2018 6:41:44 PM
Elyas still cannot hear, but surprises himself with how easily he falls into his place in the marching offer of his new crew. He practices with simple spells, waiting for his hearing to return
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy d20+6=7 ; d20+5=10 ; Wednesday January 17th, 2018 10:15:06 PM
Sable will scan the horizon for threats (Perception 7) and use tracking to try and find the location of the skyfall (following debris towards the larger meteor) - Survival (10).
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - Up in the sky Thursday January 18th, 2018 12:17:08 AM
The group calls out a marching order and plans to head to the area where the meteor landed. The group moves out and it takes thebetter part of the day to gead there.
The air is dusty, the sky hazy with the sun glowing behind. You can taste the dust in your mouth. Though it irritates your eyes, but you can still see fine.
You make out more meteors whistling across the sky and landing in not too distant locations. Each lands with a solid *whumpf*
The party arrives at an area where the beach and grassland meet. You can see a small amount of red grass surrounding the crater.
You also observe animals that seem to be in pain, twisting and writhing on the ground. As you watch you see the animals mutate before your very eyes. Hair/fur/feathers fall off, blood covering the animals skin, frothing at the mouth, unnatural/distorted sounds from them, etc. This happens very quickly.
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy d20+4=22 ; d20+7=22 ; Thursday January 18th, 2018 4:19:57 AM
Sable is not keen to lose the little hair he already has, ”Maybe we should not get too close, but let’s take a look at the animals.”. Knowledge Nature to examine the animals (22); Perception (22)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Thursday January 18th, 2018 5:31:43 AM We should definitely keep our distance. We have no reason to stay around however, now that we've investigated we can travel back to town and report what we've found to tell people more equipped to deal with this problem.
Perhaps we try and take a creature back, or the body of one, but that seems like more hassle then it's worth. Says Gothruk.
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=9 ; Thursday January 18th, 2018 7:44:46 AM
Without getting closer, Kiwina looks to see whether the animals are dying or just changing -- and if they are just changing, into what. (Roll: perception = 9)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Deaf 1/3 | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+8=24 ; d20+8=22 ; Thursday January 18th, 2018 9:03:08 AM
After the treck to the crater Falco's sense of dread has only grown. When they finally get close he is taken aback by what they find. He hears Gothruk's suggestion to keep this distance but he is just to curious to not get closer.
"Oh.... those poor animals. What... What would be doing this."
He moves closer to one of the animals trying to examine both it and the unusual red grass.
{Know: Arcana 24} {Know: Nature 22}
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Thursday January 18th, 2018 1:34:11 PM
Tsak's hearing has returned, but his wold is far from normal. Instinctively he does not want to go near or touch the meteor. He agrees that taking a small amount of the grass and a dead animal may be useful, but how to do it without touching them either. Does anyone have a spare bag or sack we can use to carry a sample?
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Thursday January 18th, 2018 3:51:06 PM
Rolth really doesn't want to get closer, but can't let Falco go alone, so he steps up behind Falco as the halfling collects samples, glaive ready to strike if an animal reanimates or other threat appears.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=16 ; Thursday January 18th, 2018 6:19:32 PM
This entire experience has Finnian confused, frighted, and more confused. Normally he would be afraid of the transformations, but nothing seems to be phasing him anymore. He does try to figure out what in the Wold is going on, while also getting ready attack if they get vicious.
Knowledge Nature=16
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn - Up in the sky Friday January 19th, 2018 12:36:46 AM
Sable doesnt get too close, but tries to examine the animals. Whatever is effecting them is unknown to him.
Gothruk wants to return to the village, perhaps with an animal.. live or dead.
Kiwina sees they are changing, but not into anything new.
Falco examines the animals from a distance, thed weed is unknown.
Tsak agrees they need a sample, and looks for an extra bag.
Rolth moves up with Falco.. keeping watch over his friend.
Finnian examines too.. but the weed is unknown.
A bit further up the beach an immense crab, covered in red weed and foaming at the mouth comes out of the sand. Huge pinchers click clack as it scitters towards Rolth and Falco. The creatureis bigger then any taur.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=17 ; d20+4=10 ; d10+4=13 ; Friday January 19th, 2018 6:35:54 AM
Assuming that he and Falco are not already in the creature's reach, he will move back to form a battle line with the front rank of the Petals and protect the squishies. He will ready an attack with his glaive if the thing comes within his reach. He recommends that Falco position himself behind the line, with Elyas and Finnian, where they can snipe with spell and bow. And of course he will look around for other threats too. (Perception = 17) (Readied attack = 10, damage = 13)
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Rested d20+5=7 ; Friday January 19th, 2018 6:40:36 AM
Elyas ignores the ringing in his ears and sees the crab rishing his companions. He aims and fires his crossbow, but fires quite wide (7 to hit)
He quickly sets another bolt
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Friday January 19th, 2018 7:07:28 AM
Falco quickly moves back from the skittering giant crab with a yelp.
"Guys.... we have crabs!"
He quickly moves to the back to get behind some of his stouter companions.
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+3=8 ; Friday January 19th, 2018 11:39:40 AM
Kiwina estimates how quickly the creature moves, in order to judge whether the party can outrun it. But he prepares to brace his longspear in case the creature charges. (readied attack = 8; damage not rolled)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+6=19 ; d8+1=5 ; Friday January 19th, 2018 4:42:09 PM
Finnian doesn't think, he just draws and fires, as he does the familiar twang of the bow cord rings aloud in his ears. No permanent damage atleast.
[Attack=19,Damage=5]
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+4=18 ; 2d6+4=10 ; Friday January 19th, 2018 5:32:48 PM
Gothruk prepares for incoming crab, falling in line with the other front liners and reach weapons.
Aoo if it provokes = 18, Damage = 10
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Friday January 19th, 2018 5:34:16 PM
Tsak's draws his falchion and moved to hold the line with the taurs. He prepares to strike should the creature continue its rush toward the group.
Co- Dm Matt and Shawn Post Friday January 19th, 2018 8:46:42 PM
(OOC: Mark, you may have to remind me of the readied attack once it’s used) Perception vs DC 12 Highlight to display spoiler: {All around the large crab you notice the smaller crabs desperately trying to escape the crusty legs of the larger one. The large crab seems to care less about the welfare of it’s fellow crustaceans and stabs one with it’s pole-like leg. The large crab eye stalks are droopy and sickly. Blood leaks from everywhere and it seems to moan… but can crabs moan? } The crab steps from the woods and onto the beach. It is preoccupied, sees the Petals and walks thirty feet in your direction. Elyas shot lands in the sand as the crab turns toward the Petals. The crab stands 30 feet away and in the center of your formation. It lifts its clawed arms upward ready to fight. Perception vs DC 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { A large mass of small crabs approaches from the left. Are they are threat?} Kiwina attempts to measure the speed of the crab and determines it likely has a speed of 30 ft. Most of the Petals could outrun it but what about the ones that can’t? [b]Finnian[b] draws and fires. The arrow strikes the crab but bounces of into the woods. Everyone else prepares themselves for a fight. (Triple Giant Bloodgrass Mutated Coconut Crab - AC: 24 - HP: 14) ----
Sable (Don) ( HP 23/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Healthy d20+6=11 ; d20+7=18 ; Friday January 19th, 2018 9:10:56 PM
Sable readies an action to swing on the Mutant Crab if it comes in greatsword reach (10’ Reach). Seeing Finnian’s rather good shot, Sable switches off of power attack to improve his chance of hitting.
(Readied Swing = 11; Damage not rolled).
Sable comments, ”This one looks sick to me, and I just don’t mean large sick - more like whatever made it big also made it ill.”. (Perception 18)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=13 ; d20+6=12 ; Friday January 19th, 2018 9:26:04 PM
(Perception vs spoiler#1=13 SUCCESS; Perception vs spoiler#2=12 FAIL) I agree with Sable, so perhaps if we hold off we won't even have to fight it? Tsak readies his weapon in case the crab rushes them, but is reluctant to attack anything that already looks so sick and unhappy.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=13 ; d20+9=18 ; d20+4=9 ; Friday January 19th, 2018 9:39:29 PM
(Perception = 13 and 18; success and fail vs the spoilers) Rolth agrees, this thing looks more sad than mad. He will wait in the battle line and again ready an attack with his glaive if it moves to attack us. (Readied attack = 9)
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Rested d20+3=23 ; d20+3=11 ; Saturday January 20th, 2018 12:45:17 PM
23 and 11 on the spoilers
Elyas sees the arrow bounce off of the creature, and decides ti switch to other methods if combat breaks out.
He casts shield to prepare for a combat
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Saturday January 20th, 2018 4:32:36 PM "I'm all for retreating if we can," Kiwina says while stowing his long spear and getting out his short spear and short sword. "Perhaps if the faster of us stay a moment to let the slower ones escape. . .?"
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+3=15 ; Saturday January 20th, 2018 6:05:17 PM
(Wild empathy=15) Tsak, noticing that the other petals seem to share his perspective on the crab and not hurting it if possible, decides he will try harder to understand the creature. He motions to the group to stay still and silent. Taking just a half step forward, Tsak project his feelings of peace and concern to the animal. He hopes that even in its weakened and distressed state it still has the perception to pick up on his emotion and gain a measure of calm.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+6=14 ; d20+6=23 ; Sunday January 21st, 2018 8:36:14 AM
Perception = 14, Perception = 23 Gothruk, trying not to distract Tsak turns and points to the left flank where a large mass of smaller crabs are congrigating. They could be a threat, there are at least a hundred, I don't think normal weapons would work very well against them.
I think if Tsak fails to calm this down we bid a retreat. The big crab is too big, and the small ones too numourous, perhaps they will distract each other?
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+4=24 ; d20+4=21 ; 2d6+4=12 ; d20+4=7 ; Sunday January 21st, 2018 8:49:58 AM
Gothruk also prepares an attack if the crab gets within range aggressively. Attack roll 1D20+4=24, roll to confirm Crit 1D20+4=21 = Not confirmed. Damage 2D6+4=12
AOO = 7 to hit, no damage rolled.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Sunday January 21st, 2018 9:49:14 AM
Rolth says, "Good eye, Gothruk! Does anyone have a way to blast that swarm into a pile of Krabby Patties, or are we going to end up on the menu of the Chum Bucket?"
(OOC, added the swarm to the Roll20 map, and took a stab at arraying the party. Let me know if something is amiss, or just move yourself where you want to be.)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+9=18 ; d20+1=12 ; Sunday January 21st, 2018 9:09:35 PM
Perception=18 Finnian steps up and tries to aid Tsak in calming the giant crab. [can I aid a wild empathy? if so I rolled a 12 so +2 for Tsak]
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Rested Monday January 22nd, 2018 4:13:11 AM if it comes down to a fight, i believe i can handle the little crabs with a bit of fire. The larger crab will be harder for me to help with if arrows don't pierce its shell
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=6 ; Monday January 22nd, 2018 8:50:19 AM
{Perception: 6}
Falco starts to cast a spell at the larger crab but stops, noticing that the others have held their attacks.
"I can probably take care of the the little craps as well, or a lot of them. My spell, Color Spray, should at least incapacitate them long enough to kill them. I could stun and you could cook us dinner Elyas."
Still Falco makes sure there are some big bodies between him and the crabs.
"The big guy, will I can do some things with acid maybe."
Fight: Someone's a bit of a Crab - DM Matt d20=6 ; d20=14 ; d20=3 ; d20=17 ; d20+4=8 ; d20+1=12 ; Monday January 22nd, 2018 9:06:11 PM
The mutant crab is suddenly incensed by the presence of the Petals. The scent of the adventures sets off all sorts of unconscionable alarms. The crab moves ahead which frightens the swarm of crabs to your right. One hundred small crabs race ahead. (To avoid tripping and a distraction - (d20+Dex mod) beat a DC 14. A roll lower than 6 is prone and takes 1 dmg from the small crabs pinchers.) The mutant crab steps forward 20 feet toward Kiwina, leaving 10 feet in front. He ignores any pleas, the condition of the crab becomes clear as it gets closer. The pained creature is insane and sick. (d20+Int mod) vs DC: 3 Highlight to display spoiler: { The creature is stricken with Bloodgrass sickness. This unfortunately turns the poor creature into an Aberration + it’s hostile, making the Wild Empathy null } The smaller crabs swarm the larger crab causing it to become slightly distracted. The creature grabs at Kiwina with its giant claw (10 foot reach) but misses. The blood pouring from the poor creatures eyes. (Triple Giant Bloodgrass Mutated Coconut Crab - AC: 24 - HP: 14)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+1=5 ; d20+2=3 ; Monday January 22nd, 2018 9:38:52 PM
It's all just a bit much for Rolth, who rolls his eyes around looking for something that makes sense...but nothing does, not with this aberrant thing looming. (INT check for spoiler = 5, success) He starts to get frustrated, and it's just like those old monks on Bridge Island said, "Crabs lead to itching and itching leads to frustration. Frustration leads to raaaaagggge!" Well maybe that's not exactly what they said, but close enough, maybe I should have listened to the senior monks more carefully. Rolth isn't quite up to a full, frothy rage, but he's working towards it while trying to move around to flank this beast. Distracted by his anger, he slips on some seaweed and falls prone right into a patch of smaller crabs, who nibble him quite annoyingly...man is he going to be mad next round! (DEX check = 3, fail)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (21/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Monday January 22nd, 2018 9:41:55 PM
HP correction in header
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+2=12 ; d20+1=5 ; Monday January 22nd, 2018 10:03:04 PM
Kiwina starts to close the gap and stab at the crab with his short spear. (Rolls: dex = 12, int = 5) He stumbles instead, but at least does not land prone in the little crabs.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+3=14 ; d20+3=4 ; d20+6=13 ; Tuesday January 23rd, 2018 6:48:52 AM
Finnian leaps to avoid the crabs then takes a look at the poor thing "it's gone insane he thinks to himself as he fires. The shot again bangs of the armor. [i]"how am I going to hit this thing?[i] Then an idea hit Finnian. " get behind some quicksand, let it come to us. If it's as insane as it looks the big guy will get himself stuck" he yells to the group as he begins to make his way to behind some dunes.
[Dex=14, INT = 4, Attack= 13]
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=4 Tuesday January 23rd, 2018 7:32:05 AM "Hmm, Bloodgrass sickness. I think these creatures simply must be killed." {ooc: I didn't roll as my INT mod beats the DC}
[Dex: 4}
Falco attempts to slips between his cohorts to try and line up Color Spray but instead just slips and falls prone.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+2=14 ; d20+1=16 ; d20+6=7 ; d20+4=8 ; Tuesday January 23rd, 2018 8:10:01 AM
Gothruk manages to avoid the snipping, smaller crabs and charges to just outside the edge of the large crab's reach, striking at it with his Guisarme. It has no effect as the blade sparks off the thick carapace. Dex roll =14 = Pass Int roll = 16 = Pass Attack roll charge = 7 = Fail AOO = 8 = Fail
Gothruk calls out in response to Finnian's idea. That is inventive to try and use the quicksand against this crab but I've never seen crabs have trouble getting themselves out of sand before, even burying themselves in it. I doubt one of this size will have any trouble.
Elyas steps up between Sable and Gothruk, far enough back that he's not the first one in the oath of the insane crab, but close enough to cast a spell at it.
He then calls forth fire from his hands and turns it on the swarm of crabs and the larger creature.
--Burning Hands = 6 damage, reflex save DC 14 for half damage. Extra 3 damage vs a swarm
Sable (Don) ( HP 22/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Prone d20=18 ; d20+2=5 ; Tuesday January 23rd, 2018 6:09:06 PM
Tired of waiting for the crab to come to him, Sable moves forward (Int check 18; Dex check 5) - Sable falls prone and takes 1 point of damage.
Fight: Someone's a bit of a Crab - DM Matt d20=12 ; d20=11 ; d20=1 ; d20=19 ; d20+1=16 ; d20+4=18 ; d8+6=11 ; d20+12=22 ; Tuesday January 23rd, 2018 9:45:43 PM Rolth Niheow and Sable fall prone. The small crabs, confused and frightened fight back instinctively then release their grip and scuttle off. A number of other crabs take the opportunity to climb the new mounts as they work their way passed. (OOC: Move action to remove the crabs) (OOC: Those monks sound like experts.. Lol - Made me laugh - earns a Hero Point :) Kiwina tries to stab the crab but stumbles. The remainder of the group seems to be nimble and avoids stumbling. Finnian suggests leading the crab to some of the large ponds of sand and water as he makes his way behind some dunes. Perception: vs 12 Highlight to display spoiler: {}There are a number of trees surrounding the dunes. The lower areas are water logged from the storm and a potential perilous climb to avoid the quicksand. (Climb vs DC 10) Gothruk Gore Gothruk manages to avoid the snipping, smaller crabs and charges to just outside the edge of the large crab's reach, striking at it with his Guisarme. It has no effect as the blade sparks off the thick carapace.
Gothruk calls out in response to Finnian's idea. That is inventive to try and use the quicksand against this crab but I've never seen crabs have trouble getting themselves out of sand before, even burying themselves in it. I doubt one of this size will have any trouble.
Falco Ambersier slips between his cohorts to try and line up Color Spray but slips and falls taking 1 dmg. Elyas springs forward and burns up the mass of little crabs freeing everyone up from the little troubles as the others flee. ------ The crab, finds all the trouble around him less them amusing. The fire nips at his crusty legs and he is barely able to avoid injury (Reflex: 16) The crab chooses to walk around the groups right flank. He takes another swipe at Kiwina connecting this time for 11 dmg plus the crab snatches the centaur from the ground easily. (CMB roll: 22). Plus, with the new wounds opened up, the Sargrass sickness raging within the crab is just waiting to strike. (Fort Save - DC: 16)
Kiwina (Steve M) (17/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+5=24 ; d20+6=20 ; Tuesday January 23rd, 2018 10:53:45 PM
(Rolls: CMB = 24, Fort = 20) Plucked from the ground by the crab, Kiwina flails at it with every attack he can muster, hoping that one of them is lucky enough to connect or that he somehow wriggles free.
(OOC: If I read things right, the CMB is a chance to break the crab's hold as a standard action, which doesn't really leave Kiwina with another attack.)
Sable (Don) ( HP 22/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Prone d20+6=8 ; Wednesday January 24th, 2018 2:43:42 AM
Sable will stand and now be able to approach the crab for a swing, now using not using power attack in case he has to bypass the hard shell to get to the critical organs below. Unfortunately, his swing is massively off (8) and he misses the crab all together. He will await a chance at a second swing...
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d4+2=3 ; Wednesday January 24th, 2018 3:57:56 AM
Elyas grins as his fire lights up the crowd of little crabs, happy to be making an impact on a fight for once.
He steps back a bit and fires a purple bolt from his hand at the big crab
Magic missile for 3 damage.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (21/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Wednesday January 24th, 2018 6:57:41 AM
Rolth stands up and brushes off some crablings, then moves toward the back side of the big one, preparing to attack next round--and getting super annoyed that he can't yet close with the thing. He shouts with glee, "Good show, Elyas, at least one of us us able to hurt this beast! Hang on Kiwina, we're coming to your aid!
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Wednesday January 24th, 2018 7:06:53 AM
Falco gets his feet under him and starts to move around towards the swarm at the back of the group. Best I can do it try and do something with the swarm I guess.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+9=15 ; d20+7=17 ; Wednesday January 24th, 2018 9:32:35 AM
Finnian makes not of the quicksand (perception=15) then positions himself 30 feet away from the giant crab and fires again trying to find a gap in its' shell. (attack=17) with no luck.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+5=6 ; Wednesday January 24th, 2018 4:54:29 PM
(Attack = 6) Woolly headed Tsak feels like he's moving in slow motion and has missed half the fight. He takes a huge swipe at the crab with his sword but it is wayward and has no impact.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Wednesday January 24th, 2018 5:01:01 PM
(OOC, sorry gents, in a beautiful case of ready, fire, aim: I've just checked the map and realised I can't attack with my sword. Can we please make it a crossbow attack - the roll is the same and unfortunately so is the outcome...) (DM: No issues here is you want to correct that in another post)
Fight: Someone's a bit of a Crab - DM Matt d20+12=21 ; d20+4=24 ; d8+6=14 ; d20+4=12 ; Wednesday January 24th, 2018 9:02:12 PM Kiwina Manages to free himself as the Crab reassesses his options.
Sable, Tsak Rezar attempt to get through the crabs armor but the weapons bounce off the creatures thick carapace.
Elyas fires and hits the crab for 3 dmg. It takes a step back and stares at the Petals. Seemingly oblivious to what he was doing. Rolth Niheow Rolth stands up and brushes off some crablings, then moves toward the back side of the big one, preparing to attack next round--and getting super annoyed that he can't yet close with the thing. He shouts with glee, "Good show, Elyas, at least one of us us able to hurt this beast! Hang on Kiwina, we're coming to your aid!
Falco gets his feet under him and starts to move around towards the swarm at the back of the group. Best I can do it try and do something with the swarm I guess.
Finnian makes not of the quicksand (perception=15) then positions himself 30 feet away from the giant crab and fires again trying to find a gap in its' shell. (attack=17) with no luck.
--- The crab watches as Kiwina slips from his grasp. He reaches down with it’s other claw and suddenly snatches up Sable(CMB roll: 21 grapple + 12 dmg) and presses down upon the minotaur. (OOC: Just a reminder. You can do other things when grappled. You are not limited to just breaking free.) The crab then steps back 10 feet with Sable in his grasp.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/26 HP | AC: 10; Touch: 7; Flat: 8; CMD: 14) | Glaive +10 1d10+7 x3 | Paws (2) +6 1d4+2 x2| Status: Raging (1/8), C d20+18=32 ; d10+7=12 ; Wednesday January 24th, 2018 9:40:51 PM
Rolth cries out, "Flank it, for Domi's sake! and, literally foaming at the mouth in pent up rage over the ill treatment of both his Bridge Isle brothers, charges the crab from opposite where it has grabbed Sable. Reaching deep inside, he feels the connection to his home isle, to Domi, to his people, to the Petals. The place is here, the time is now. The world needs heroes...(OOC: burn a hero point before rolling for +8 to hit) (Glaive attack = 32, hit!, Damage = 12)
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d20+5=8 ; Thursday January 25th, 2018 3:00:39 AM
Elyas takes a deep breath, feeling low on energy. He shakes it off and tries another burst of magic at the crab, throwing a bit of acid at it, but firing wide. He puts his hands on his knees and tries to catch his breath.
Sable (Don) ( HP 22/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Prone d20+8=9 ; d20+4=13 ; Thursday January 25th, 2018 3:38:50 AM
Sable attempts to Gore the crab using his horns (Rolls a 1) and misses. He maintains his grip on his greatsword in case he breaks free. Also rolls a Fort save (13) - just in case it is needed.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+3=18 ; d6+1=7 ; Thursday January 25th, 2018 6:53:25 AM
Falco frowns as he moves closer to the giant crab and the swarm. That dosn't look good Hope to help he summons a little acid dart that flies at the big crab. {hit: 18 vs touch | Damage: 7}
"I should be able to attempt something at the swarm shortly."
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+7=12 ; Thursday January 25th, 2018 6:56:57 AM
Seeing Sable taken up in the claw Finnian fires at the joint in an attempt to help Sable. [aid=12, so +2 on next roll] "You put him down you... Words escape him. And he just draws another arrow and searchers for another opening.
[i don't know if I have to declare if it's an aid for cmd or attack roll. My intention is CMD but if GM would allow sable to use it as attack he could attack the joint that Ibhit to still recieve the aid. I just don't want to Pigeon hole him into doing something. Great use of hero point Rolth.]
Kiwina (Steve M) (17/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Thursday January 25th, 2018 7:10:54 AM
Hearing Rolth's cry to flank it, Kiwina picks himself up and starts moving around the crab . . . trying to stay out of its reach for now.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+4=20 ; d20+4=23 ; d20+4=6 ; 2d6+4=12 ; 2d6+4=14 ; Thursday January 25th, 2018 10:28:36 AM
Gothruk moves 10ft towards the crab, amd tries to bring the injured crab down with his Guisarme. He fails to find purchase though and the attack is ineffective. He gives a solemn nod towards Rolth, not that he likely notices in his bezerker's rage, for delivering suck a good hit against a tough foe. Gothruk lines up a solid hit however, if this crab tries moving again it'll regret it.
Attack is 1D20+4=20 = Fail Aoo if the crab Provokes = 23 Crit! Confirm? 1D20+4=6 Failed to confirm. Damage = 2D6+4 = 12
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+5=15 ; Thursday January 25th, 2018 5:42:49 PM
(Attack=15 [whoops +1 crossbow=16]) Tsak fires again at the crab, but the bolt bounces off the shell harmlessly.
Someone's a bit of a Crab - DM Matt d20=17 ; Thursday January 25th, 2018 7:20:22 PM
Rolth heroically tears into the crab. Who knew… there was a soft spot under there. The great crab falls hard, as Sable falls with it. Sable hits the sand hard but there is something else wrong. He is suddenly sickened and struck with an insatiable itch. Perception vs 17 Highlight to display spoiler: { A purple rash develops around the area where the crab grabbed him} The others attempts were valiant but Rolth downed the beast. From behind you a strange wood knocking. Then a treant stepped forward clapping his wooden hands together. “What a scene,” began the treant. “That was quite a fight to see. My name is Michael. Now before you say.. Michael, that’s not a name for a treant. I counter.. The Creator named me in ten minutes. It’s the first name he thought of.. But this is a different story… Have you seen that red weed… oh.. Your friend is sick.. Oh yes… “I need your help.”
Sable (Don) ( HP 10/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Prone d20+6=18 ; Thursday January 25th, 2018 7:30:13 PM
Sable says, ” I do believe that I am indeed sick, a purple rash has developed where I was grabbed” (Perception 18) “And, it really did some damage to me with its bony grip. But, I reckon we should pass on the crab cakes tonight, boys”
Kiwina (Steve M) (17/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=28 ; d20+7=11 ; Thursday January 25th, 2018 7:48:40 PM
(Roll: perception =28) Kiwina notices Sable's condition, and tries to help wash off the area. (Heal = 11)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/26 HP | AC: 10; Touch: 7; Flat: 8; CMD: 14) | Glaive +10 1d10+7 x3 | Paws (2) +6 1d4+2 x2| Status: Raging (1/8), C Thursday January 25th, 2018 8:02:07 PM
Rolth's anger collapses as quickly as the Cancridae Gigantus. With a weary smile, he turns to greet the treant. "Greetings, Mynameismichaelnowbeforeyousaymichaelthatsnotanameforatreanticounterthecreatornamedmeintenminutesitsthefirstnamehethoughtof. If you will forgive me for being hasty, may I just call you Michael? I am Rolth of the Eight Petaled Rose, and I am sure that we would be delighted to help you. Give us but a moment to treat our wounded brethren, and please feel to lay out your cause as we do so. But first, do you know more of this red weed, and perhaps how to aleviate its effects?"
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (21/22 HP | AC: 13; Touch: 10; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Status: Fatigued (1/2) Thursday January 25th, 2018 8:05:46 PM
OOC With the proper header this time
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+8=27 ; Friday January 26th, 2018 8:29:03 AM
Falco looks around for a moment surprised the fight ended so quickly.
"Well struck Rolth." his next comment is cut short as the treant steps into the clearing taking him by surprise. as the others talk he moves next to Sable to check out the rash. {Know Nature: 27}
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Friday January 26th, 2018 11:07:50 AM You wouldn't know how to get rid of that rash Michael would you? Gothruk asks.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+9=12 ; d20+10=13 ; Friday January 26th, 2018 3:36:48 PM
[Perception=12] Finnian is so relieved that the fight is over and surprised at the treant that he fails to notice his surroundings. "What is this red weed that you speak of? Finnian asks as he tries to recall any red weed that he may know of. [Know Nature=13]
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=23 ; Friday January 26th, 2018 5:42:50 PM
(Perception vs spoiler=23) Tsak lowers his crossbow. What does this treant want? Why didn't he help fight the crab? Can't he see that attending to Sable is the first priority here?
Michael and his Bark
Michael says - DM Matt Friday January 26th, 2018 8:27:34 PM Sable “I do believe that I am indeed sick, a purple rash has developed where I was grabbed” “And, it really did some damage to me with its bony grip. But, I reckon we should pass on the crab cakes tonight, boys” Kiwina Kiwina notices Sable's condition, and tries to help wash off the area. Unfortunately, a heal does nothing to help Sable’s condition as a rash and itch begins to go. Rolth Niheow Rolth's anger collapses as quickly as the Cancridae Gigantus. With a weary smile, he turns to greet the treant. "Greetings, Mynameismichaelnowbeforeyousaymichaelthatsnotanameforatreanticounterthecreatornamedmeintenminutesitsthefirstnamehethoughtof. If you will forgive me for being hasty, may I just call you Michael? I am Rolth of the Eight Petaled Rose, and I am sure that we would be delighted to help you. Give us but a moment to treat our wounded brethren, and please feel to lay out your cause as we do so. But first, do you know more of this red weed, and perhaps how to aleviate its effects?" Falco Ambersier checks out Sable with some knowledge of plants. Falco Highlight to display spoiler: { realizes that several of the bright red Bloodweed plants are odd enough to create some suspicion. The problem is it’s impossible to decipher what they are?} --- “The red weeds,” Michael says, “Me and a couple of my brethren ran into the weeds about a mile North of here… can you believe that meteor shower? It just poured destruction every…” “The red weeds, there is something wrong with the weeds.. No… ummm. You know, I haven’t slept since we found that hole in the ground? Have you ever seen a treant itch anything… it’s wood.. But I have the worst itch right here by this dark patch of bark. Hey.. that’s new.” “Is someone sick? With all the treants awoke from their millennial slumber we have a village about a days walk North.”
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 Saturday January 27th, 2018 7:23:12 AM
Elyas stands and listens to the treant, but has trouble keeping up with the rapid changes in subject.
"Are you saying that the red weeds are related to the meteor shower? When did you first see these plants?
turning to the other Petals, Elyas says "If the treants have seen this before, maybe they can help us find the source, or a cure. Sable is itching now, but we have to keep watch and make sure that a madness like we saw with the crab doesn't begin with our companion..."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (21/22 HP | AC: 13; Touch: 10; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Status: Fatigued (2/2) Saturday January 27th, 2018 9:22:37 PM
Rolth is intrigued that Michael and his brethren have encountered more of this stuff, and concerned that he is suffering from something similar to Sable's affliction. "Michael, where are your other brethren who encountered the red weed? Did any of you touch it, or get attacked by a changed creature like that crab? Can you lead us to this hole in the ground that you described? And is there a shaman or wise one in your village that might know how to deal with the itch and your dark patch of bark?"
Kiwina (Steve M) (17/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Saturday January 27th, 2018 9:26:47 PM
Kiwina is astounded to hear a treant rambling. Not that he's ever met one before, but that it is so at odds with their reputation. Perhaps it is an effect of the red weeds. "I fear that Michael is as in need of treatment as Sable."
Sable (Don) ( HP 10/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Prone d20+4=18 ; Sunday January 28th, 2018 11:48:51 AM
Sable examines the dark bark on the Ent. Knowledge Nature (18). He will share what he discovers.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=21 ; Sunday January 28th, 2018 4:04:34 PM
Finnian puzzles over the discolored bark with Sable and the two attempt to come up with some answers. [Aid Nature= 21, so +2, fingers crossed for a DC 20 ;)]
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Sunday January 28th, 2018 7:51:26 PM
Tsak lets his guard down, slowly. This treant doesn't sound... right? Then again he's not had a lot to do with them so he's not really sure what they normally sound like. But it sure is worrying. From the look on Kiwina's face he's thinking the same thing.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Sunday January 28th, 2018 7:54:58 PM
Tsak is in two minds. Should we hurry and investigate the hole, and the red weed? Should we seek immediate medical or magical assistance for Sable? Should we rest here and let Sable and Kiwina heal before we move off? What's our next move team? Sable and Kiwina, do you need to rest or do you want to move now to seek a cure?
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d20+7=15 ; Monday January 29th, 2018 5:19:34 AM
Elyas tries to help the others in examining the patch of discolored bark, but looking for magical influences rather than natural causes.
knowledge Arcana 15
I am concerned that if we delay too long, our friends' conditions will worsen and become more like that crazed crab we fought. The quicker we find the cause of the problem, the better suited we will be to heal the disease.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Monday January 29th, 2018 7:17:10 AM "So the crab had this disease and was unusually aggressive. Sable, you will let us know if you starting to feel like you are not yourself right? " he looks at the treant "You to my large friend. Since we don't know what this disease dose best to be careful."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Monday January 29th, 2018 7:23:23 AM Weather it be to further investigate the weeds, or check the Trent camp we need to go north. While we're walking you can have a look at Sable's injuries. Furthermore the Trent's might have more information on the most recent cataclysmic events. Or if this has happened before. Gothruk reasons.
The Wold Shakes
Michael says - DM Matt Monday January 29th, 2018 7:33:56 PM Elyas "Are you saying that the red weeds are related to the meteor shower? When did you first see these plants? Michael replies, “Listen.. Listen… the weeds are spreading like.. Um.. weeds. They appeared at mutated version of plant life then … Several meteorites dart downward crashing near the center of Liontaur Island. Michael looks confused for an extended amount of time then turns toward the crash site. “We didn’t touch the weeds… I have to get back to the treant village. My brothers were there.” He points to where the meteorites crashed. “There is a wise Oak..,” Michael laughed, apparently he had made a joke but didn’t reveal any further details. “Illisi, is who you’re looking for. She stays within the cave system surrounding the village, but first you must help me locate my brothers.” Sable and finds the same purple-ish rash upon the treant, while avoiding Michaels apparent uptick in energy. His limbs coming close to smacking Sable several times. Outside of the rash and itch, it’s very difficult to discover much else. Finnian and Sable Highlight to display spoiler: {Possibly some evidence of an exposure to something, instead of contact.} Sable begins to feel a bit warm, but he is not fatigued.
There are questions on what to do next, stay and rest or go and investigate?
Tsak Rezar What's our next move team? Sable and Kiwina, do you need to rest or do you want to move now to seek a cure? Elyas I am concerned that if we delay too long, our friends' conditions will worsen and become more like that crazed crab we fought. The quicker we find the cause of the problem, the better suited we will be to heal the disease. Falco Ambersier "So the crab had this disease and was unusually aggressive. Sable, you will let us know if you starting to feel like you are not yourself right? " he looks at the treant "You to my large friend. Since we don't know what this disease dose best to be careful." Gothruk Gore Weather it be to further investigate the weeds, or check the Trent camp we need to go north. While we're walking you can have a look at Sable's injuries. Furthermore the Trent's might have more information on the most recent cataclysmic events. Or if this has happened before. Gothruk reasons.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (21/22 HP | AC: 13; Touch: 10; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Status: None d20+2=16 ; Monday January 29th, 2018 8:18:23 PM
Rolth remembers what they were told by Fergal and Galene. "Hey Michael, did you report some unnatural occurrence in this area to Fergal before the storm hit? Did it have something to do with your missing brothers? Are you sure that none of you touched the red weeds? It's ok, you can trust us, we just need to know what really happened so we can help your brothers." (Sense Motive = 16 to tell whether he is lying or hiding something)
Kiwina (Steve M) (17/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Monday January 29th, 2018 9:40:52 PM
Kiwina answers Tsak, "I would like some healing, but I don't want to rest before we go looking for treants, Illisi, or a way to cure or control Sable's rash." He looks at where Michael was pointing, where the meteorites crashed, to see what he can.
Sable (Don) ( HP 10/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Prone Tuesday January 30th, 2018 3:05:55 AM
Sable says, ”It does not look like a contact rash - but rather exposure, maybe like a sunburn”
In answer to questions from the group on rest or not, ”Just need some healing, but let’s not rest - let’s go find out what we can from the wise creature in the caves”
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 Tuesday January 30th, 2018 4:40:36 AM
Elyas nods at the suggestion to move onwards.
"I agree, let's move on to the caves, no need to sit out in this quicksand beach!
I used a good amount of my energy fighting those crabs, but I should be ok for a while still..."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Tuesday January 30th, 2018 4:50:54 AM
Tsak is happy to move with the group, provided the wounded can keep up. Illisi sounds like a good idea, hopefully she provides some insight into the comet-burn.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Tuesday January 30th, 2018 7:10:21 AM "I only worry that we may be leaving our friends undefended. Michael, will we be able to get back by nightfall do you think? We are also helping to watch over the people here."
As he talks he drifts closer and closer to the treant opening staring at the part of him that "itch".
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Tuesday January 30th, 2018 10:07:52 AM Perhaps, if the Trent's wound looks like a burn then it is the meteors which have caused this curse. And if Sable got it from the crab perhaps the crab got it from the weed. We should start moving with the wounded having healing potions within reach incase we need to fight. He starts to whisper to the group away from Michael. I say we go and try to help Michael for now, but we don't know how long he's been infected or if these brothers of his are just dilutions. We need to be prepared for anything, including the possibility that Michael isn't telling the truth without realising it.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Tuesday January 30th, 2018 4:27:11 PM
I agree with sable so sort of exposer, sun is a good guess. Perhaps exposer to the air aound these weeds or the meteors. Eithwr way we should be cautious as we approach and if anyof us start feeling odd we let the others know.
Michael says - DM Matt Tuesday January 30th, 2018 8:54:32 PM
“Fergal Galene? Oh… Fergal and Galene. I'm sure they are aware. The Ancients, being us communicate quite well. There are still many dormant treats that pass on messages.. well less now because of the rain or reign of terror. Our race is far too intelligent to touch foreign plant life.” Suddenly, the giant tree got serious and his perception of the “younger” races became clearer. It then disappeared. Rolth even through the rambling can tell the treant is being as truthful as possible.
The treant is relatively quiet for a moment as Falco approaches to inspect the itch. “Oh, sure.. But no it’s a day’s walk from here but of course I’ve been walking since this morning so.. What time is it.. Oh my it’s slightly past noon. It will be dark by the time we get there. Maybe about half a day. I noticed several other adventurer groups wandering around… “Stay away from the crash sites.” He suddenly yells at a group checking out a site on the beach. Most of the Petals wish to move on toward the treant village. They also discuss the possible reasons for the sickness.
(Collect 500 xp for the Mad Crab fight)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Tuesday January 30th, 2018 9:46:13 PM
Rolth sees the wisdom in the path suggested by his fellow Petals. Time to go visiting! "Very well, take us to your leader...er, the wise one you mentioned in the village. We can look for your brothers on the way, or perhaps they have already returned to the village."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Wednesday January 31st, 2018 3:52:42 AM Okay Michael, to the village, please lead the way How fast to treants move I wonder, will we be able to keep up?
Sable (Don) ( HP 10/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Prone Wednesday January 31st, 2018 3:52:52 AM
Sable wonders if a bow made from Treant wood would be mighty...
Shaking himself from the idle musing, he begins moving with the rest of the party towards the Treant villainess, ”Let’s move out!”
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 Wednesday January 31st, 2018 4:51:07 AM
Elyas falls into his spot in the middle of the group, watching for any more sudden signs of trouble.
Seems like every time we get ready to move out some crazy new threat comes at us! better be ready this time
He keeps a close eye on Michael, not fully trusting the somewhat confused creature, and worried about the party's chances of subduing a treant without casualties on one side or the other...
Kiwina (Steve M) (17/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Wednesday January 31st, 2018 7:04:50 AM
Kiwina falls in with the others.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Wednesday January 31st, 2018 8:37:09 AM
Flaco, alternating between running and walking just to keep up, stays close to the treant.
"Michael, how many of your people are active at this point on the island? You said there are a lot of dormant ones as well, would be know by looking that it was a dormant treant? There will be a lot of rebuilding to be done as us young races need to live inside buildings. We may want to be sure that the good people of the island don't accidentally try and make a house form one of your kind."
Still alternating between running and walking Falco will clearly have a stream of questions or comments for their companion as the move.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Wednesday January 31st, 2018 9:20:45 AM
Gothruk moves alongside the petals. He's curious about the other group near the crash site, but it's better to move on for now.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Wednesday January 31st, 2018 6:37:31 PM
Finnian stays close to Falco and listens to his line of questions. "Can a dryad be bonded to a treant like they can other types of plants? he asks the Treant hoping tongleam more knowledge of that fascinating race.
To the Forest - DM Matt d20=14 ; Wednesday January 31st, 2018 9:26:38 PM
The Petals decide to follow Michael through the beach and into the woods. On the way, Michael rambles on and on (at 30 feet per) about the fact that he said village but meant a grove. All the treants meet in a grove. There is a bigger meeting called a moot set to begin tomorrow at noon but Michael explains that the infected will irritate all the treants and an irritated treant is never a good thing. “I know.. Terrible reason but have you met an angry treant,” he asks. “You don’t want to.” Michael didn’t answer Falco’s question. Sense Motive vs DC: 14 Highlight to display spoiler: {If he had any short of flexibility in his wooden face, you could tell he was annoyed but a closer inspection would tell you it was a sensitive subject. } Finnian Finnian stays close to Falco and listens to his line of questions. "Can a dryad be bonded to a treant like they can other types of plants? he asks the Treant hoping tongleam more knowledge of that fascinating race. Michael bounced back, “You know that’s an interesting questions…” he then went on to explain the differences between the treants and real trees, the fact that treants are the elder statesman of the forest and dryads are so unbelievably young. “They do well to take care of their charges.. Dryads that is.”
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+2=9 ; d20+9=24 ; Wednesday January 31st, 2018 9:50:53 PM
Rolth is oblivious to Michael's evasion of Falco's question, but is keeping a sharp lookout for signs of more red grass, meteor strike sites, treants, and other potential threats or areas of interest. He will also offer to carry Falco in a dignified fashion, since we are moving fairly quickly.
(Sense Motive =9, Fail; Perception = 24)
Kiwina (Steve M) (17/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+4=17 ; Wednesday January 31st, 2018 10:22:14 PM
(Roll: sense motive = 17)
Although Kiwina sees that some questions are annoying Michael, he doesn't point it out. Instead he asks one of his own, "Do your people have tales of other disasters like this one?"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20=3 ; Thursday February 1st, 2018 7:20:58 AM
{Sense Motive:3}
"Intresting thought about the dryad of course I have only read about them, would be fun to see one in person I would think."
Falco begins to drift back a little, beads of sweat starting to form on his head from constantly have to struggle to keep up. He takes a couple seconds of a break during which he picks a wildflower and puts it in his hair.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Thursday February 1st, 2018 8:54:14 AM
Gothruk keeps up with the treant but quickly gets bored of it's ramblings, he offers anyone who is struggling a place on his shoulders, back or backpack. It'd make for good endurance training he reasons.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 Thursday February 1st, 2018 1:48:19 PM
Elyas falls behind slightly, as he isn't listening very closely to the treant talking. He nods politely, but is pretty sure the treant isn't looking at him.
He spends the time during the hike looking around at the landscape, looking for where meteors have hit, other areas with floodslain bodies, damaged buildings, etc. It seems a lot has changed in just a few days on this island, and will likely take a lot of time to recover.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20=18 ; d20+6=9 ; Thursday February 1st, 2018 5:24:50 PM
(Sense Motive=18, Perception=9) Tsak picks up on Michael's reaction to Falco's query, but keeps it to himself. As they walk along he tries to remain aware of the surroundings and keep a look out for other dangers or changes. He see's nothing of note... He considers taking Gothruk up on his offer for a laugh, but decides it wouldn't be all that funny as the enormous Minotaur probably could carry him for miles without feeling impeded in the slightest.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Thursday February 1st, 2018 6:52:23 PM How ia a treant born? Do the cone from trees or sentient creatures? Can someone becone a treant?
To the Forest - DM Matt Thursday February 1st, 2018 8:35:59 PM Kiwina Although Kiwina sees that some questions are annoying Michael, he doesn't point it out. Instead he asks one of his own, "Do your people have tales of other disasters like this one?" “Tales.. Tales assumes it comes from a story like fiction. I have truths.” “The gods are unhappy and their is a rath is unstoppable. There is a balance to the Wold, the treants have felt the tilts for a long time. It is expected that the lower races caused this issue. They caused all the other interventions.” Michael then goes on to explain his theories on why Marteaus uniting the humanoids was a bad idea. Falco Ambersier "Intresting thought about the dryad of course I have only read about them, would be fun to see one in person I would think." “I heard from several of my brothers that dryads stood at the gates of the Taurnament, is that not true?” Finnian How is a treant born? Do the cone from trees or sentient creatures? Can someone become a treant? “Young man… questions. Seeds and the wind.. Have you ever eaten anything with seeds in it? You may have a treant growing within you.” With this the large tree winked and stepped forward toward a large grove of trees. Day has crested and night is taking over. There is a large burning sinkhole, burning trees and an argument. “Galene, it was not the taurs that caused the meteorites. You can’t just blame the younger races when something doesn’t make sense.” A thin cedar-like treant stands beneath the larger Galene. “Eleena, you do not understand. The taurs are not native to the islands. They are invaders.” “I am not native to the islands, half of anything outside of the treants are not native. This is not going to resolve the current issue and how we are going to deal with the mutants surrounding the grove. The others need assurances of their safety before they meet for the moot tomorrow afternoon.” Another treant joins and addresses Galene, “we have infected treant. What are we going to do?” “That’s not possible.” Galene then left to investigate the claim leaving Michael and Eleena. Michael approached Eleena and began to speak. Eleena stopped him and impatiently waited for him to speak slower. “These are your heroes?” She said, disappointment evident.
Sable (Don) ( HP 10/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Prone Thursday February 1st, 2018 9:29:35 PM ”I may not be the hero you want, but I am the hero you need...”
Sable draws his greatsword and stares off into the distance. ... ... Sable then scratches at his rash. ... ...
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 Friday February 2nd, 2018 3:54:02 AM "Heroes? Those are hard to come by, I hear. And if you found one, would you even know it until they had done some great deed?
We are no heroes, just a patchwork group of friends who happened to win a contest together. But we are willing to help, and I think that is the important thing
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Friday February 2nd, 2018 6:44:41 AM ”Well, look at this! Looks like we got here just in the nick of time. What does that make us? Big darned heroes, ma’am. Ain’t we just? And as luck would have it, we have a bit of recent experience dealing with those afflicted by the blood grass. So how can we help?”
"Oh, and I reckon that Galene might be swayed if you remind him to look beyond these shores a might bit, and see that this is a Wold-wide phenomenon. We didn’t bring it or cause it, but we can be part of the solution!”
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Friday February 2nd, 2018 7:12:29 AM
Terribly out of breath by the time the group comes to a stop Falco moves to lean against a tree but pulls his hand back thinking it best not accidentally leaning on a sleeping Treant. Instead he stands, a bit back from the treants so as not to be having to crane his neck too much looking at them.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Friday February 2nd, 2018 10:13:35 AM If providing a safe place for the treants to gather will improve the situation, then we should help. Even if this treant seems more interested in causing trouble than solving it. We'll have to hope that the others are wiser and live up to the mighty treant reputation.
Kiwina (Steve M) (17/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Friday February 2nd, 2018 1:06:59 PM
Kiwina waits quietly for Rolth to be the diplomatic, while wondering if he seems as rude to the treants as they seem to him. His people have no tales of anything like these "truths" and "interventions." To make himself useful, he examines the sinkhole.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Friday February 2nd, 2018 2:49:10 PM
Tsak, seeing more than enough diplomacy on display already, decides to keep his big mouth shut. The situation will develop as it will and the petals will do their best.
He keeps an ear out, trying to separate the opinion from the facts.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Friday February 2nd, 2018 8:20:04 PM
Finnians' eyes widen and he looks at his stomach hoping that there is not a treat growing in there. A the continue walking he keeps his eyes on the ground looking for seeds that might be treant seeds. "He was probably joking with me, but it does kind of make sense," he ponders as the get to the two arguing treants.
"We don't want to hurt the trees," Finnian hastly adds. "I want to learn as much as I can about you. Look, I can already turn into one... kind of." he concentrates really hard and his hands and forearms do begin to grow bark but he quickly looses his concentration and the return to normal.
Eleena and the treants - DM Matt Friday February 2nd, 2018 9:04:52 PM Sable takes a dramatic position while Elyas and Rolth argue the groups hero status. “Wold-wide phenomenon, that is unfortunate. That will not play well for Galene. You can help me. The treants are a proud race, if you couldn’t tell, we have been arguing over this meteorite for hours. It’s the one in the center of the sinkhole. Please take a look and let me know what you think is going on. Please be careful because it seems that even the oldest race in the Wold is being affected. With Finnian’s sudden plant display Eleena looks on with interest. “Perhaps, there is some hope in all this. Suddenly a loud crack and Eleena turns. “Please, help me prove to the others that the younger races can be just as substantial to the Wold as the treants are. Help us figure out what’s going on here. I have to help my brothers and sisters.” Rest here, if you would like, while we straighten out this misunderstanding with the others. As always, disputes can only be resolved with peaceful compromise. With that Eleena left leaving the Petals near the sinkhole.
(OOC: Sinkhole descriptions and all that follows Monday)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Friday February 2nd, 2018 9:47:35 PM " Well, fellows, any idea how to get a better look down into the crater without getting too close? Anyone care to shimmy up a tree for a look from above, perhaps? Finnian, that seems like an adventurous thing to do, wouldn't you say, my dear WLA friend? Besides, if something nasty comes out, you could safely do some shooting from up there. Before all that, though, does anyone want to heal our wounded? Could be a fight coming if there are more aberrants about!"
Kiwina (Steve M) (17/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=10 ; Saturday February 3rd, 2018 10:51:57 AM "Wish I had a mirror, but I don't. Still, maybe we can find a path that's mostly sheltered to get to a better vantage. . . And yes, I would like some healing." Kiwina looks for a way to get close to the crater without being exposed to whatever's in it, (perception = 10)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=11 ; Saturday February 3rd, 2018 6:51:27 PM
(Perception=11) Tsak keeps an eye on his surroundings (perception) whilst he discusses healing with Kiwina I'm happy to spend some time making you better, but it will take most of the day. I can't do the magix like some of our brethren. Let me know if that's what you want to do?
Sable (Don) ( HP 10/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Prone Sunday February 4th, 2018 4:46:15 AM ”I am not sure I should be the one to take a look, if the radiation causes me to grow to several times my size, I could get stuck”, says Sable.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+5=6 ; d20+5=17 ; d20+9=25 ; Sunday February 4th, 2018 11:52:48 AM "Climbing a tree, that sounds wonderful" But he slips and falls as soon as he tries. [Natural 1 on the roll] He looks around to see if anyone saw. "its these hands, still a bit stiff from turning them into wood" he says flexing his fingers then tries again with better luck. [climb=17]
[so the rules as I am reading them are that I can climb a tree 5 feet with DC 15 climb check I got a 17 so I'm good getting off the ground. So can I take 10 to get to the top of the highest tree around?]
When he gets to the top he finds a place to perch so that he can both see and have both hands free to use his bow if needed and peers into the sink hole. [Perception=25] If he can't see he will call out. "Can anyone get a light down there, preferably magical, I would't throw fire down there"
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 Monday February 5th, 2018 4:01:13 AM
Elyas is happy to provide light, which he casts on a stone and throws it towards the sinkhole
what do you see in there? he calls out.
Expecting the possibility of more red grass mutants, elyas readies a bolt in his crossbow
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+8=10 ; d20+8=20 ; d20+8=16 ; Monday February 5th, 2018 7:05:45 AM
If a tree can be found Falco will take his time and climb as well. {Take 10 for 13} He studies as best he can trying to approach the problem in different ways.
At the Crater's Lip (Helpful DM Cayzle) Monday February 5th, 2018 6:16:41 PM Rolth wants to get everyone healed up, and then climb a tree to see down into the sinkhole.
Kiwina needs some healing (he’s down 11 hp). And he mentions creeping up under cover.
Tsak asks if the party wants to make an extended pause for healing ... it would take a day at least for natural healing to do much.
Sable suggests that he should not look because he is already so big and formidable. He seems to be heroically suggesting a weaker party member for the “honor.” [OOC comment from Cayzle: LOL!]
But evidently the time for heroics is NOW, not tomorrow. No healing takes place before some in the party investigate, howsoever indirectly.
Falco seeks to climb a tree, but the DC15 makes that hard for the little fellow.
Finnian tries to climb but fails with a nat one! [OOC: Note that under non-combat conditions, like these, yes, you can take 10 ...] Eventually he gets his climbing legs ... and takes a good look with a Perception check of 25. And he calls for light.
Elyas casts Light on a stone and tosses it into the crater. That helps!
Finnian gets a good look over the sinkhole lip and down into the depths. He sees that the relatively small amount of red grass surrounding the crater only gets more dense within the crater. The grasses are moving in the breeze ... but there is no breeze!
Not only does Finnian see the writhing mess of red weeds, but also a big crystal half buried at the center of the crater. It is swirling with prismatic colors as it seems to react to the growth around it.
Anyone who makes a DC20 Perception check (Finnian already made this roll), Please Highlight to display spoiler: { there is a sickly sweet smell from within the crater}.
Anyone who makes a DC20 Perception check (Finnian already made this roll), Please Highlight to display spoiler: { there is a soft hum coming from the crystal}.
Finnian only Please Highlight to display spoiler: { Huh! In the light from Elyas’ stone, maybe you see something ... or someone? Among the blood-red weeds? You are what, 50-75 feet away from whatever is hiding in the shadow of the crater's lip?}
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=19 ; Monday February 5th, 2018 7:38:09 PM
(Perception=19) Tsak peers over the lip of the crater. He sees grass, swaying? And a big stone that seems to be changing colors in time to the swaying grass. Nothing happens. It's a bit hypnotic, he watches for a while, but nothing continues to happen. Eventually Tsak gets bored and goes in search of something to eat...
Kiwina (Steve M) (17/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=28 ; Monday February 5th, 2018 8:29:43 PM
(Roll: perception = 28)
"I can't help but noticing that Sable is also injured." Although Kiwina can't help observing, if he is worried about going berserk that might not be a bad thing.
With his companions climbing in trees -- in a rather undignified fashion in Kiwina's opinion, although if he examined his reasons it's likely simply that a centaur is not built for such things -- Kiwina questions what he is doing here, outside a smelly crater with a humming crystal. . . Day has crested, and night is taking over. Kiwina feels an urgent need to look at the stars, which have been his guide since he first learned to paddle a canoe out of sight of land, if only to get a little normalcy back into life after the storm.
"See anything, Finnian?"
Sable (Don) ( HP 10/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Prone d20+6=24 ; Tuesday February 6th, 2018 12:09:09 AM
Sable looks down into the crater from the edge, now that it is illuminated at the grass below, ”Hey, do you guys hear that humming?”
(Sniff, Sniff)
”And what is that sickly sweet smell?”
(Perception 24)
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d20+3=4 ; Tuesday February 6th, 2018 4:38:30 AM
Elyas is not close enough to see much of anything in the crater, but hopes his light was some help tot he party members that can get a better look at whatever is going on in the crater (Perception of 4 with a nat 1!)
Should we move in to investigate, or take some time to heal up and prepare? I am low on energy right now, and will not be much help if another crab comes out of the crater...
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+5=6 ; Tuesday February 6th, 2018 6:28:35 AM
Gothruk is too busy standing under the tree Finnian has climbed, moving this way and that trying to make sure if he falls, that Gothruk can catch him. He sees nothing. Perception, 1D20+5=6
Rolth can't see anything over the even larger taurs, but his ears perk up at the mention of the crystal. "How big is it? Does anyone have any magic that could safely lift it out of the crater? Any signs of mutant critters down there in the waving grass?"
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Tuesday February 6th, 2018 7:04:16 AM "Well there's a big ole crystal thing down there. I bet that's what fell from the sky. Wait... Hey," He calls out. "Hey you, down there. I see you, don't worry were hear to help. Are you alright?" Finnian is clearly calling down to someone other the the Petals. "There's someone in the pit" he calls out again "Does anyone have a rope? Do you need us to pull you up?"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=3 ; Tuesday February 6th, 2018 7:25:14 AM
{Perception: 3}
Having failed to climb the tree starts to walk the few steps back to the others but is distracted by a bumble be until he hears Rolth ask about moving the crystal.
'Magic to move a big crystal. No, nothing in my spellbook for that I fear. We may as well investigate, right?"
Danger... Danger - DM Matt d20=6 ; d20=20 ; d20=5 ; d20=15 ; Tuesday February 6th, 2018 7:28:05 PM
As some of the Petals study the hole in the ground. Tsak Rezar begins to wander from the others. Tsak only Highlight to display spoiler: { as you step into the dark forest in search for food the hairs on your arms and the back of your neck stand. A feeling of danger overwhelms you. } Kiwina searches for the stars but suddenly notices that they seem to be missing from the sky. Know Nature DC: 6 Highlight to display spoiler: { There are still clouds persistently hanging around. They blot out the moon and stars making it just that much darker.} Sable gets his senses in order hearing the humming and smelling a sickly sweet smell near the sinkhole. Finnian "Well there's a big ole crystal thing down there. I bet that's what fell from the sky. Wait... Hey," He calls out. "Hey you, down there. I see you, don't worry were hear to help. Are you alright?" Finnian is clearly calling down to someone other the the Petals. "There's someone in the pit" he calls out again "Does anyone have a rope? Do you need us to pull you up?" ---- From within the far side of the sink hole, hidden partially by the light from the meteorite, is a sickly thin dog. It’s face twisted. Finnian’s question unintentionally saves the dog from creeping too close to anything. With the sudden attention the dog then barked a single time. This was then repeated a dozen times surrounding the group. Perception vs DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { In a search for some help from the treants you notice at least 300 feet away trees moving, disappearing and reappearing. Noises like branches tearing and thumping can be heard. The treants are preoccupied. } (OOC: Below is to the lucky persons that can roll 20+ Know Nature. If you must peek do it after you post) :) Know Nature vs DC 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { Outside of the smell from within the sinkhole, there is an awfully familiar smell of dogs, very wet dogs but this isn’t the only thing you notice with your very good nose. The smell is unique to goblin dogs and something else. It’s a putrid smell that even with your expertise you can’t pin down, it’s not familiar to anything you have ever came across.}
Falco, frankly unsettled by this whole thing, glances up and notices a great deal of cloud cover. "Its dark, too dark. A lot of cloud. Careful, its going to be darker then it should be."
As this gets out of his mouth the dog barks and he shudders.
{Perception: 13}
"Dogs? In the hole and, oh great, the trees are leaving." He quickly darts behind the bigger folks. "Dogs are face height for me so going to stay back here."
{Know Nature: 16 - Oh I wanted that last spoiler too. :( }
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (21/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+1=10 ; d20+9=16 ; Tuesday February 6th, 2018 9:29:07 PM
Rolth is freaked out by the lack of stars when Kiwina notes it to the group, but then realizes it is just the clouds blotting out the moon and stars. (Knowledge Nature =10, success!) At the yelp from the sickly dog in the sinkhole, he glances around warily, but only notices what looks like treants moving in the far distance--we probably won't be getting any help from them when dealing with whatever now surrounds us. (Perception = 16)
(OOC: I posted a map with a best guess re where everyone is. Note that Finnian is still up in the tree, lucky him! The stump-looking things are intended to represent the burning trunks near the crater.)
"Storm never went away, Kiwina says. He's not as blind as a human under these circumstances, but he is not happy as he looks for a defensible position among the debris-strewn terrain.
(OOC: I assume an impact crater means debris.)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Tuesday February 6th, 2018 11:24:15 PM
Tsak rushes back out of the woods toward the rest of the team. He's a bit pale and shaking and not really sure why. Guys I had a terrible feeling back in the woods there. I know it's not much to go on but I think we need to be very careful in this place. Actually I think we shouldn't spend a lot of time around this crystal. It clearly has the ability to infect people, and who knows if it will speed up the infection by being near it. I vote we get to a safe (half a day walk) distance and concentrate on healing the group whilst we work out what to do next.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d20+3=15 ; d20+4=21 ; d8=3 ; Wednesday February 7th, 2018 8:47:24 AM
Elyas hears the dogs surrounding the group and looks around for a target
Perception 15 to notice something outside moving around
the trees are moving out there, i don't know if it's the treants or something else. The trees are vanishing and reappearing
Ooc: ready an action to shoot any hostiles that show themselves with my crossbow 21 to hit, 3 damage
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=30 ; d20+9=14 ; d20+10=22 ; d20+6=14 ; d8+1=3 ; Wednesday February 7th, 2018 10:47:05 AM
[OOC Do you need to roll on Auto Skill checks Perception = Fail, Nature =22 Pass!]
Finnian sniffs the air and an eerily familiar scent wafts through his nose. "Goblin dogs," he says in a slightly worried tone. "There's something else out there, but I can't make it out."
He readies his bow to fire at any goblin dog that shows itself [Attack=14, Damage 3]
Is the dog that I see in the pit a goblin dog, or just a wet dog?
Sable (Don) ( HP 10/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Prone d20+4=15 ; d20+6=9 ; d20+4=8 ; Wednesday February 7th, 2018 6:26:21 PM
Sable stares into the sky, ”The stars are blocked by those damn clouds,” Sable looks around, ”What dogs are you talking about?”
Danger... Danger - DM Matt d20=5 ; d6=1 ; d20=15 ; Wednesday February 7th, 2018 8:33:00 PM
The clouds are unsettling to the group but at least they are only clouds. Outside the glow of the crater and the light produced by the group is an increasing canine presence. They increasingly yelp, talk or growl.. Whatever they may be doing but it sounds like they are planning something.
Falco Ambersier hides behind the bigger Petals but his perception picks up movement within the wood behind him. Kiwina notices fallen trees and a berm of dirt near the back of the crater. There are debris but it’s barely trouble. Elyas Ooc: ready an action to shoot any hostiles that show themselves with my crossbow 21 to hit, 3 damage Finnian [OOC Do you need to roll on Auto Skill checks Perception = Fail, Nature =22 Pass!] (DM: Unsure what you mean by Auto Skill checks - the Perception and Nature checks, yes) He readies his bow to fire at any goblin dog that shows itself [Attack=14, Damage 3]
Those with low light vision can see the dogs moving and sorting out a plan. Low light vision + Perception vs DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { Turning all the way around you notice that the dogs surround you completely. Counting them, you find yourself surrounded by at least 12 dog and a 13th object, just out of range of sight. }
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (21/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=21 ; d20+4=21 ; d20+4=23 ; d10+4=7 ; d10+4=12 ; Wednesday February 7th, 2018 8:54:05 PM
Rolth mutters, "There must be a dozen of them, let's be ready! And I think there is something else prowling out there, but I can't quite put my paws on it." (Perception = 21, success re spoiler)
Rolth readies an attack if one comes with reach of his glaive, and will take an AoO if one keeps moving within his threatened area. (Readied attack = 21, damage = 7 ; AoO = 23, damage = 12)
(OOC: The map is updated to show what PCs with low light or darkvision can see. The others will need to shed some light on matters before they can see the opponents at a distance.)
Liking the little cover he receives from the nearby tree stump, and barely able to make out several forms moving to the west of him, Kiwina readies an attack should one of the creatures come into range of his long spear (to hit = 23; confirm crit = 11; damage = 8 assuming no crit). Likewise, if he has the chance for an attack of opportunity he will take it (to hit = 12; damage = 8).
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 Thursday February 8th, 2018 5:17:10 AM
Elyas casts light again, this time on the crossbow bolt he had at the ready once no dogs showed themselves. He fires it towards one of the vague shadows hoping to allow his team to see more clearly. He then readies another bolt.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Thursday February 8th, 2018 7:22:32 AM "Oh, this does not look good at all. I have colorspray and grease ready if some of them bunch up."
As he talks Falco casts light on a branch of a near by tree to try and get a better look. {marked in blue}
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=12 ; Thursday February 8th, 2018 8:27:57 AM
(Low Light Vision [tick] + Perception=12 FAIL) Tsak sees the dogs moving. Are they also communicating? He readies his crossbow and prepares for a fight. Having a look around he lines up the hound to the South West of him, waiting for it to come into range. He won't be drawn away from watching the backs of both Gothruk and Kiwina. Time to circle the wagons
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+4=13 ; d20+4=14 ; d20+4=22 ; d20+4=6 ; 2d6+4=11 ; 2d6+4=11 ; 2d6+4=10 ; 2d6+4=14 ; Thursday February 8th, 2018 12:16:37 PM
Gothruk readies his Guisume, if these dogs are going to get close he's going to try and take a chunk out of them. He uses his main action to light a sunrod and throw it on the ground before him. His AOO from combat reflexes he gets 3 attacks against anything that enters his area. Attack roll 13, damage 11 Attack roll 14, damage 11 Attack roll 22, damage 10
(OOC Extra rolls were before realising i would need light to fight.)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+9=29 ; d20+6=17 ; d8+1=4 ; Thursday February 8th, 2018 6:50:55 PM
[ooc I meant Skill checks that I would Automatically pass like a perception check that is below my perception modifier.]{Perception=29 Pass}
"There's atleast 12, and something else That I can't make out. And were surrounded."
[Attack=17 Damage=4] Not sure I can fire as they are out of my sight range, but I can see them with my perception so, Finnian will attack if they come in his line of sight. and if not he will risk a shot it the dark...
Cheaper by the Dozen [DM John] d12=2 ; d20+2=18 ; d20+2=12 ; d20+2=9 ; d20+2=22 ; d6+3=5 ; d6+3=5 ;
Thursday February 8th, 2018 9:31:28 PM Tsak Rezar wonders what the dogs are up to and readies for a fight, focusing his attention to the southwest.
Falco Ambersier casts light on a nearby branch while Elyas sends light outside their ring by firing an illuminated crossbow bolt among the shadowy figures.
Rolth Niheow sees the danger and informs the others. Ready with his glaive, he awaits an attack. Similarly Kiwina is alert and ready.
Gothruk adds to the light with a sunrod, then stands prepared for an anticipated charge.
Finnian calls out that there are at least twelve. Taking advantage of the light sources his allies have provided fires a shot at one of the dogs who emits a gurgling yelp of pain.
Provoked by the attack, the wounded dog and those near it come in to attack the nearest prey. As they come into the light, their gruesome visage becomes clearly visible. Their eyes are blood-streaked red and their mouths foam a macabre pink. Blood seeps from eyes, nose, mouth, and ears and the clotted blood soaking their fur cracks as they advance as the scabrous coating is torn by their movement.
The wounded dog hit by Finnian rushes forward only to be struck down by Kiwana’s readied spear. Though not a critical hit, combined with the damage from the half-elf’s arrow, it is sufficient to put the beast down.
The goblin dog to its left joins its pack mate and runs straight into Rolth’s readied glaive. The bloody beast is not deterred by the wound it received and continues its approach. The liontaur’s reflexes, however, are too much for it as he nearly slices the dog in half before it can get close enough to attack.
The other goblin dogs on that side move in. Although three attempt to attack the centaur, only one manages to land a bite on Kiwina (5 points of damage). Kiwina make a fortitude save DC 19.
A sixth one rushes the half orc. Gothruk lands a solid blow with his guisarme, but the blow is not sufficient to kill it. The dog tears into the Tsak’s leg, leaving a nasty wound. (Damage 5 and make a fortitude save DC 19.
The other dogs growl and pace at the edge of the light, but do not join in the fray--yet.
A hair-raising sound erupts from the darkness outside the circle of light. It sounds like countless crazed voices wordlessly screaming simultaneously, somehow all coming from the same location.
========================== Goblin Dogs AC 13
Dog 1: Dead Dog 2: Dead Dog 3: Undamaged Dog 4: Undamaged Dog 5: Undamaged Dog 6: -10
Dogs 7-12: Undamaged
Thing in shadows: ?
Kiwina (Steve M) (12/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: Injured d20+6=19 ; d20+3=13 ; d20+3=16 ; d6+2=8 ; d6+2=8 ; Thursday February 8th, 2018 9:54:10 PM
(OOC: I misread my AoO last time and rolled a 15 rather than a 12 to hit) (Roll: fortitude = 19)
Since the dogs are a bit close for the long spear, Kiwina lashes out with his hooves at #4 (and maybe #5). (to hit = 13, damage = 8; to hit = 16, damage = 8)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/26 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; Flat: 10; CMD: 16) | Glaive +6 1d10+7 x3 | Status: Raging (1/8) d20+4=6 ; d20+6=9 ; d20+6=26 ; d20+6=25 ; 3d10+21=36 ; Thursday February 8th, 2018 9:58:52 PM
Rolth, grossed out by the putrescent dead dog, backs up and then jumps over it to get in position to attack dog 3, to help out his beleagured friend, Kiwina. (Acrobatics = 6 vs DC 5, success). In fact, he is enraged that the mutts are treating his friend so poorly. (free action to rage) He then swings his glaive, but is too enthusiastic and it bounces off the nearby dead tree trunk. Mindful of the large number of threats, he prepares to take any opportunity at a dog that moves within his reach. (AoO = Confirmed CRIT, Damage = 36)
Sable (Don) ( HP 10/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Prone d20+4=12 ; 3d6+9=24 ; d20+4=18 ; 3d6+9=20 ; Friday February 9th, 2018 2:42:29 AM
Sable will move between the two bushes, and swing at dog 10.
If a 12 hits, 24 Damage.
OOC just in case others come up. (AC 18; 20 Damage)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+8=20 ; d20+3=4 ; d6+1=3 ; Friday February 9th, 2018 8:34:17 AM
Seeing the visage of the attacking dogs Falco shudders. [i] Is this some disease? Undead?" [/b]
{Know Nature: 20}
He backs moves toward the crater and fires a small dart of acid at one of the dogs coming form behind.
{Hit vs Touch @12: 4} {Damage: 3}
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+4=24 ; d20+4=23 ; 6d6+6=27 ; d20+4=16 ; d20+4=20 ; d20+4=16 ; 2d6+6=14 ; 2d6+6=12 ; 2d6+6=12 ; Friday February 9th, 2018 10:10:28 AM
Gothruk sees Kiwina surrounded and hits out at Dog #5 Critting (1D20+4=24, Rolling to confirm 1D20+4=23) Damage 6D6+6=27
AOO to attack 7, 8 or 9 Attack, 16 Damage 14 Attack, 20 Damage 12 Attack, 16 Damage 12
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d20+4=21 ; d8+1=7 ; Friday February 9th, 2018 1:42:08 PM
Elyas moves across towards the rest of the group and fires his crossbow at one of the dogs (#6)
21 to hit, 7 damage.
Mouther What? - DM Matt d20+2=17 ; d6+3=5 ; d20+2=21 ; d6+3=4 ; d20+1=18 ; d20+1=14 ; d20+1=9 ; d20+1=20 ; Friday February 9th, 2018 6:21:06 PM Kiwina Dog #4 takes a right cross to the face then a second hoof to the body and falls to the ground hard.
Rolth Niheow Rolth, grossed out by the putrescent dead dog, backs up and then jumps over it to get in position to attack dog 3, to help out his beleagured friend, Kiwina. (Acrobatics = 6 vs DC 5, success). In fact, he is enraged that the mutts are treating his friend so poorly. (free action to rage) He then swings his glaive, but is too enthusiastic and it bounces off the nearby dead tree trunk. Mindful of the large number of threats, he prepares to take any opportunity at a dog that moves within his reach. (AoO = Confirmed CRIT, Damage = 36)
Dog 3 turns toward Rolth and watches as his glaive sails passed and attacks. (Attack: 17 for 5 dmg + fortitude save DC 19). (OOC: Judging that jumping into a threatened square and attempting an attack is a Aoo for the dog.)
Sable will move between the two bushes, and swings at dog 10 but misses. The dog returns the favor and tears into Sable’s left arm. (Attack: 21 for 4 dmg) (You are already infected so no fort save) A second dog lunges at Sable from the right but Sable manages to strike it down.
Falco Ambersier fires a dart at one of the dogs in the trees but it misses. The conclusion you come to is it does seem to be some disease. The undead connections just don’t pan out. Gothruk Gore takes down Dog #5
Elyas Elyas moves across towards the rest of the group and fires his crossbow at one of the dogs (#6)
21 to hit, 7 damage.
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Dog # 6 withdraws from the fight as Dog # 3 watches. Dog # 3 gets a taste of Rolth’s blood and ready to pounce.
The last dog steps forward.. It’s grotesque shape is almost vomit-producing It’s dog-shaped, but the mass of flesh covering the thin bones seems to move constantly. It has 6 forever opening and closing mouths, red eyes and is bleeding out of every orifice. Suddenly, from it’s mouth is a noise that confuses anyone within a 60 foot radius. (DC 13 Will save or be confused for 1 round) It’s a mixture of insanity topped with an annoying song that plays over and over in your head.
The other goblin dogs stay out of melee range, trying to find a hole in the Petals defense except for Dog 8 who circles, whines and sits.
========================== Goblin Dogs AC 13 Dog 3: Undamaged Dog 6: 7 dmg Dog 12: Undamaged Dog 11: Undamaged Dog 8: Confused Dog 7: Undamaged
Mouther: Undamaged AC 17
Dog 1: Dead Dog 2: Dead Dog 4: Dead Dog 9: Dead Dog 5: Dead
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (20/26 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; Flat: 10; CMD: 16) | Glaive +6 1d10+7 x3 | Status: Raging (3/8) d20+6=13 ; d20+6=7 ; d20+6=13 ; d10+7=16 ; Friday February 9th, 2018 8:14:14 PM
Rolth looks down in dismay and disgust as the dog savages him mid-air. (Fort save = 13, fail) He is fortunately outside easy hearing of the insane yapping from the other side of the battle, as the rage roaring in his own head drowns it out. Too much going on, he can't keep it all straight as he swings futilely yet again at the third dog. (To hit = 7) Keeping his distance, though, he readies to swing again if the thing closes on him. (AoO = 13, damage = 16 vs dog 3)
(OOC: Note that there is a ruler tool that you can use to see whether you are in the 60' radius of the gibbering thing. Select the tool from the bar on the left side, then click on the gibberer's square and drag the pointer to check the range.)
Kiwina (Steve M) (12/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: Injured d20+3=4 ; d100=28 ; Friday February 9th, 2018 8:49:16 PM
(roll: will = 4; confused reaction = 28)
Just at the edge of the babbling yap, Kiwina babbles incoherently in response.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+6=11 ; d8+1=9 ; Friday February 9th, 2018 9:39:03 PM
Finnian fires at another of the dogs [attack=11 damage=9]
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d20+4=6 ; d100=8 ; d20+4=23 ; d3=1 ; Saturday February 10th, 2018 5:56:31 AM
Elyas tries to focus on casting a spell, through the distraction of the gibbering of the weird new creature.
Will save = 6... d100 result = act normally
He fires off a small acid splash at the mouther
23 to hit 1 damage
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+3=12 ; d100=35 ; Saturday February 10th, 2018 10:59:28 AM
Gothruk Sed nihil agit absque cohaerentia loqui!
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: Bit d20+6=25 ; d20+1=19 ; d20+5=22 ; d4=4 ; Saturday February 10th, 2018 6:40:43 PM
(FortSave=25[previous post when bitten],WillSave=19,Attack=22,Dmg=5) Tsak decides to keep attacking dog 6 so that it cannot get him from behind when he engages whatever is making that horrible sound. His leg hurts where he was bitten, but it's manageable. He lets fly with the crossbow...22 to hit, 5 damage.
Sable (Don) ( HP 6/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing d20+1=8 ; d100=95 ; d20+4=12 ; 3d6+9=23 ; Sunday February 11th, 2018 9:16:13 AM
Sable is confused, and swings violently at the nearest creature (Dog 10) - Hits AC 12; Damage - 23.
Sable is one bite away from dropping (or succumbing to the madness) and could use some healing.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+4=13 ; Sunday February 11th, 2018 10:32:44 PM
[ooc] I don't know I posted too late on Friday to get in that round so Finnian just stays up in the tree and searches for another target. And I forgot my will save. PASS=13
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Monday February 12th, 2018 6:57:34 AM "They are very sick but that is all I can tell"
Falco weaves his way towards the south end of the group. "This is probably a bad idea."
Once in position he drops a pool of grease on the ground under two dogs.
One for the road. [DM John] d20+4=18 ; d20+5=16 ; d20+2=3 ; d20+4=12 ; Monday February 12th, 2018 9:31:10 PM Rolth Niheow swings at the nearest dog and misses. He can hear the insane babbling, but is too far away to be affected. His bite itches maddenly and a wave of nausea threatens to overtake him.
Kiwina and Gothruk are confused by the babbling and add their voices to the cacophony.
Sable is confused, and swings violently at the nearest creature which happens to be dog 10. The bloody canine never sees the deadly attack that severs its spine.
Finnian Finnian fires at another of the dogs but misses, the arrow snagging harmlessly in its matted fur. (Zeke - I need you to roll DC 13 Will save or be confused for 1 round)
Elyas tries to focus on casting a spell through the distraction of the gibbering of the weird new creature and manages a moment of clarity to effectively hit the monstrosity with a splash of acid.
Tsak Rezar takes a shot at dog six, striking true. The dog yelps madly and drops to the ground, silent and lifeless. Tsak’s leg hurts where he was bitten, but it's manageable for now.
Falco Ambersier weaves his way towards the south end of the group. "This is probably a bad idea." Once in position he drops a pool of grease on the ground under two dogs. (In the future supply the save DC and identify which dogs in the text as well as on the map.)
Of the two dogs targeted by the grease spell, the surviving dog (#8) is able to retain its footing, but that is the least of its worries. The mutant dog shambles over to it, one of its six mouths implausibly expanding beyond the size of the beast's body. With a single slurping bite, it engulfs the other dog. The swallowing dog’s side heaves and bulges momentarily. Soon after the motion ceases, a seventh mouth forms on the body of this hideous aberration. Perception DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {The beast appears to be slightly larger in size after its sudden repast.}
The goblin dog (#3) on Kiwina momentarily slips in the blood-slickened grass, unable to land an attack on the centaur.
Dog #7 seems mesmerized by the fate of its pack mate and whines pitifully at the seven mouthed abomination.
Dog #11 rushes in, ignoring Sable and heading straight for Gothruk. Snarling viciously, it fails to land its bite. (Sable, take an attack of opportunity against AC11 due to its charging.)
Dog #12 moves closer to the mutant dog and farther away from the sinkhole, staying just out of reach of Sable.
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If you have failed the fortitude save after being bitten, please put sickened [i] in your status.[i]
Goblin Dogs AC 13 Dog 3: Undamaged Dog 12: Undamaged Dog 11: Undamaged Dog 7: Undamaged
Mouther: 1 dmg AC 17
Dog 1: Dead Dog 2: Dead Dog 4: Dead Dog 5: Dead Dog 6: Dead Dog 8: Dead [consumed] Dog 9: Dead Dog 10: Dead
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (20/26 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; Flat: 10; CMD: 16) | Glaive +6 1d10+7 x3 | Status: Sickened, Raging (4/8) d20+7=19 ; d20+4=9 ; d20+2=17 ; d4=3 ; d20+2=17 ; d4=3 ; Monday February 12th, 2018 9:44:26 PM
(Perception = 19) Off in the distance, Rolth notices the mouther thing get bigger after eating its friend. "Did you see that thing get biggerrrraaaalph" It's just too much for his innards, which do a bit of a flip flop at the sight. Nevertheless, there is a dog that has tasted his blood nearby, and Rolth tries to smash it, weakened as he is. (Glaive to hit dog #3 = 9, miss) When that doesn't work, he reluctantly steps forward to claw it. (5' step, paw #1 = 17, damage = 3, paw #2 = 17, damage = 3.) He just can't bring himself to bite it, even in his fury...ick.
"namib ianco vfefe," Kiwina shakes off the confusion and finds himself with a single enemy in striking distance, fortuitously flanked by Rolth. He makes two hoof attacks, hitting solidly with one. (to hit = 5 & 19; damage = 8)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Bit d20+6=21 ; d20+5=11 ; Monday February 12th, 2018 11:53:42 PM
(Perception vs Spoiler=21, Attack=11) Tsak notices the huge mutant dog seems to have gotten even bigger after eating poor #8! He fires at dog #7 hoping to give it a clean death but the bolt goes wide.
Sable (Don) ( HP 6/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing d20+4=7 ; d20+7=19 ; d20+6=7 ; d20+4=24 ; d20+4=15 ; 6d6+18=35 ; Tuesday February 13th, 2018 2:48:43 AM
Sable misses number 11 as it bolts past (rolled a 7), but notices the larger monstrosity (Perception 19)
Sable moves to flank number 11 (can’t see the label on the map) and swings (rolls a 7).
Sable also rolls a CRIT which confirms if an attacker comes into reach and provokes (AOO); for 35 damage.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d20+3=8 ; Tuesday February 13th, 2018 3:53:09 AM
Elyas is too distracted to notice anything change (perception 8)
Instead he takes a moment to cast magic weapon on his crossbow
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=19 ; Tuesday February 13th, 2018 7:07:56 AM "Oh dear, it got bigger."
Falco watches the dog grow another another mouth and decides to retreat, unfortunatly he finds a dog directly behind him now. With a yelp he quickly gets some distance between himself and the enemies.
{Perception: 19 | Withdraw}
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+4=21 ; d20+9=15 ; d20+6=13 ; d8+1=4 ; Tuesday February 13th, 2018 11:45:30 AM
I rolled a WILL save Sunday and got a 13 but if I need to do it again WILL = 21 [Perception = 15] Finnian observes the Battle from his perch up in the tree. He sees the creature growing but also sees another dog within its reach. Not wanting the Mouther to grow even more he fires at that dog (7) [Attack=13, Damage=4]
The fight continues - DM Matt d20+2=5 ; d20+2=6 ; d20+2=17 ; d20+2=6 ; d20+5=14 ; Tuesday February 13th, 2018 10:05:29 PM Rolth Niheow (Perception = 19) Off in the distance, Rolth notices the mouther thing get bigger after eating its friend. "Did you see that thing get biggerrrraaaalph" It's just too much for his innards, which do a bit of a flip flop at the sight. Nevertheless, there is a dog that has tasted his blood nearby, and Rolth tries to smash it, weakened as he is. -- Rolth’s claws dig in causing the dog to make a pained face. (dmg: 9) Doesn’t make it look any better... It attempts to fight back but Rolth’s blows knock the wind out of it and it misses.
Kiwina "namib ianco vfefe," Kiwina shakes off the confusion and finds himself with a single enemy in striking distance, fortuitously flanked by Rolth. He makes two hoof attacks, hitting solidly with one. Dog number 3 drops to the ground - dead
Tsak Rezar notices the huge mutant dog seems to have gotten even bigger after eating poor #8! He fires at dog #7 hoping to give it a clean death but the bolt goes wide.
Sable misses number 11 as it bolts past, but notices the larger monstrosity Sable moves to flank number 11 (can’t see the label on the map) and swings (rolls a 7). #11 attacks Gothruk missing again. He growls and squares up for another bite.
Elyas cast magic weapon
Falco Ambersier Falco watches the dog grow another another mouth and decides to retreat, unfortunatly he finds a dog directly behind him now. With a yelp he quickly gets some distance between himself and the enemies. (OOC: Falco’s position on the map is off.. I tried to move him but I need more info… as of right now it looks like you come up very short. I did move you 30 feet South.) (OOC: Sorry, missed that) Finnian observes the Battle from his perch up in the tree. He sees the creature growing but also sees another dog within its reach. Not wanting the Mouther to grow even more he fires at that dog (7) #12 races South toward the Mouther and stops 5 foot from it. The Mouther moves West 15ft, it’s grotesque features become more and more noticable. It’s malleable canine frame oozing everywhere. It attempts to grapple #7 within long, oozy tentacles but it suddenly stops then stares forward. It steps forward and barks. The bark then turns into madness as it begins again to gibber. (Anyone not affected last time, and in range or 60 ft. DC 13 Will Save)
Kiwina (Steve M) (12/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: Injured d20+3=6 ; Tuesday February 13th, 2018 10:15:02 PM
Seeing #3 fall, Kiwina moves just enough to attack the gibbering beast with his long spear (about 30' of his 50'). Unfortunately, he swings wide (to hit = 6).
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (20/26 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; Flat: 10; CMD: 16) | Glaive +6 1d10+7 x3 | Status: Sickened, Raging (5/8) d20+4=15 ; d10+5=11 ; d20+4=7 ; Tuesday February 13th, 2018 10:18:42 PM
Rolth, fighting his rebellious gut and every instinct for self-preservation, lets out a roar and begins to move toward the gibbering horror. (Move action) He pulls up short and readies an attack with his glaive (standard action) if an opponent come's within reach (To hit = 15, damage = 11) If an opponent continues to close through his threatened area, he will make an AoO. (To hit = 7)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (20/26 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; Flat: 10; CMD: 16) | Glaive +6 1d10+7 x3 | Status: Sickened, Raging (5/8) d20+2=5 ; d100=46 ; Tuesday February 13th, 2018 10:23:15 PM
Forgot to roll the will save as I came into range. 5=fail.
Rolth was going to move up, right, but somehow got distracted by the hideous music, it's like a mental ball of string dipped in catnip. [b/]"Doing now I what was?"[/b]
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Bit d20+1=18 ; d20+5=20 ; d8=8 ; Tuesday February 13th, 2018 10:36:45 PM
(SaveVsWill=18, Attack=21, Dmg=9) Tsak slows his breathing. He drops the volume on the cry of the beast, the howls of the goblin dogs and the yells of his teammates. He sights with the crossbow at lucky#7 and lets fly... He sees the bolt hit the dog and it definitely does damage.
(OOC apologies for mucking around with the damage, I looked at the wrong crossbow last time so did 1D4. And I keep forgetting to add the +1 to the rolls, hence the attack 21 and damage 9...)
Sable (Don) ( HP 6/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing d20+6=21 ; 3d6+9=24 ; d20+4=13 ; 3d6+9=21 ; Wednesday February 14th, 2018 2:04:41 AM
Sable swings on number 11, 21 to hit for 24 damage. If #11 is dead, he will move just above #9 (moved on the map, was flanking 11 prior to move).
In case he is charged, AOO roll 13 - Damage 21
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+4=17 ; 2d6+6=10 ; Wednesday February 14th, 2018 6:05:39 AM
Gothruk attacks the mouther goblin dog, thankful for his long reach. It would be disgusting to have to get close to that thing. To-hit: 17, Damage: 10
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d20+6=22 ; d8+2=3 ; Wednesday February 14th, 2018 6:09:11 AM
Elyas ignores the weird spunds of the mouther this time and fires a shot from his enhanced crossbow.
His aim is good, but the bolt doesn't do a whole lot.
22 to hit, 3 damage
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=22 ; d20+8=21 ; Wednesday February 14th, 2018 10:01:47 AM
{ooc: I do not remember where I started or had moved to but where you put me is fine. It is possible I miss counted but my move is only 20 feet not 30.}
Now in a safe position Falco waits and watches. Keen to see exactly what is happening when the many mouthed dog grows a new mouth.
[Know Arcane: 26 - What is it, vulnerabilities?} [Know Dungeoneering: 21 What is it, vulnerabilities?}
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+4=24 ; d20+6=9 ; Wednesday February 14th, 2018 11:15:37 AM
Finnian is completely un-phased by the mouthers attempts to drive him mad and continues to rain down arrows but his companions are down there and his attempts to not hit them mean that he misses everything. [Attack=9]
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Bit Wednesday February 14th, 2018 8:39:30 PM
Tsak is worried about Sable. The big guy looks pretty beat up. It looks like we're getting on top of this, can any of our magic healers help out Sable
The fight continues - DM Matt d20+2=16 ; d6+3=6 ; d20+7=22 ; d4=3 ; Wednesday February 14th, 2018 8:43:25 PM Kiwina Seeing #3 fall, Kiwina moves just enough to attack the gibbering beast with his long spear (about 30' of his 50'). Unfortunately, he swings wide.
Rolth Niheow Rolth, fighting his rebellious gut and every instinct for self-preservation, lets out a roar and begins to move toward the gibbering horror. Rolth was going to move up, right, but somehow got distracted by the hideous music, it's like a mental ball of string dipped in catnip. [b/]"Doing now I what was?"[/b]
Tsak slows his breathing. He drops the volume on the cry of the beast, the howls of the goblin dogs and the yells of his teammates. He sights with the crossbow at lucky#7 and lets fly... He sees the bolt hit the dog and it definitely does damage. #7 Dog falls
Sable kills #11 and moves just above #9
Gothruk attacks the mouther goblin dog, thankful for his long reach. It would be disgusting to have to get close to that thing. To-hit: 17, Damage: 10
Elyas ignores the weird spunds of the mouther this time and fires a shot from his enhanced crossbow. His aim is good, but the bolt doesn't do a whole lot. 22 to hit, 3 damage
Falco Ambersier {ooc: No worries.. :)} Now in a safe position Falco waits and watches. Keen to see exactly what is happening when the many mouthed dog grows a new mouth.
[Know Arcane: 26 - What is it, vulnerabilities?} [Know Dungeoneering: 21 What is it, vulnerabilities?} Falco only Highlight to display spoiler: {Can’t tell you what it is vulnerable too but I can tell you that it is immune to critical hits, precision damage and cannot be flanked. }
Finnian is completely un-phased by the mouthers attempts to drive him mad and continues to rain down arrows but his companions are down there and his attempts to not hit them mean that he misses everything.
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#12 charges Kiwina and tears into his right arm. (Attack: 16 Hit: 6 dmg)
The Mouther targets Finnian with an free action acidic spit. (Attack: 22)(You are blind for 3 rounds unless you pass a DC 15 Fortitude save It then moves back 20 feet, while leaving HH 34 soft and muddy and difficult to traverse for 1 min.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (20/26 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; Flat: 10; CMD: 16) | Glaive +6 1d10+7 x3 | Status: Sickened, Raging (6/8) d20+2=19 ; Wednesday February 14th, 2018 9:50:36 PM "Oh yeah, that's what I was doing" (Will save =19, success vs gibbering!) Rolth moves southward, gearing up for a charge next turn.
Kiwina (Steve M) (06/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: Injured d20+3=22 ; d8+3=4 ; d20+3=8 ; d20+3=22 ; d6+2=6 ; Wednesday February 14th, 2018 10:41:37 PM
If Kiwina is able to use an AoO on #12 as it charges, the rolls are to hit = 22, damage = 4.
Kiwina attacks #12 with his hooves, then backs up a step. (to hit = 8, 22; damage from the one hit = 6)
Sable (Don) ( HP 6/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing d20+4=8 ; Thursday February 15th, 2018 2:23:47 AM
Sable says, “It’s true, I could use some healing”
Sable move to within striking distance of the Mouther and swings, (AC 8).
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+7=24 ; d8+2=3 ; Thursday February 15th, 2018 6:31:05 AM
(Attack: Point Blank Shot=24, Damage=3) Tsak shoots at the goblin dog attacking Kiwina (#12). Kiwina, duck! He hits the mangy mutt but doesn't seem to do much damage.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+3=20 ; d6+1=3 ; Thursday February 15th, 2018 7:15:52 AM
Seeing one of the dogs somewhat isolated Falco launches a small dart of acid at the creature while yelling to the others.
"Petals, Surrounding this thing will be of no use, it cannot be flanked. Given how it can see it will be hard to land a particularly effective strike on the creature as well." {ooc: no crits or percision damage}
{Acid Dart @ 12 | Hit: 20 vs Touch | Dam: 3}
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d20+6=17 ; d8+2=5 ; Thursday February 15th, 2018 8:27:07 AM
Elyas calmly reloads his crossbow and tries again, firing at the gibbering creature with his magical crossbow.
17 to hit 5 damage
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+2=20 ; d20+6=25 ; d8+1=5 ; Thursday February 15th, 2018 11:03:20 AM
The acid burns his eyes but he is able to fight past the pain and retain his eyesight. He follows the creature with his bow as it retreats and takes a shot at the mouther. [Fort=20 PASS, Attack=25, Damage=5]
Gothruk (BatMark subbing for Logan) d20+4=14 ; Thursday February 15th, 2018 9:33:38 PM
Gothruk moves south to put the smackdown on the mouthy foe, but doesn't quite connect. (Guisarme to hit = 14, miss)
And continues. [DMs Matt and John] d20+2=10 ; d20+7=18 ; Thursday February 15th, 2018 9:56:27 PM Rolth Niheow "Oh yeah, that's what I was doing" Rolth moves southward, gearing up for a charge next turn.
Kiwina attacks as the dog charges, causing the dog to hesitate, the he lands with a hoof (total of 10 damage to 12)
Tsak Rezar doesn’t think much of his shot but it knocks the dog unconscious before it can raise a paw
Sable says, “It’s true, I could use some healing” Sable move to within striking distance of the Mouther and swings, (AC 8).
Falco Ambersier Seeing one of the dogs somewhat isolated Falco launches a small dart of acid at the creature while yelling to the others. "Petals, Surrounding this thing will be of no use, it cannot be flanked. Given how it can see it will be hard to land a particularly effective strike on the creature as well." {ooc: no crits or percision damage}
Elyas Elyas calmly reloads his crossbow and tries again, firing at the gibbering creature with his magical crossbow.
Gothruk moves in for the attack but is unable to get through the creature’s defenses.
The remaining dog attacks Kiwina missing with an angry growl.
The Mouther is alone in the woods with many angry Petals but she isn’t worried. The others hurt but Sable’s swing at her, hurt. “But we were friends,” she thought to herself. “Not in this world,” she reminded herself. “Ok..”
The Mouther stepped back 10 feet and looked Sable in the eye.. Then spit. (Attack: 18 - Sable is blinded for 4 rounds unless he makes a DC 15 Fort Save) She sees Rolth approach and spit again, this time missing. She them forms her best “Come at me face.”
Kiwina (Steve M) (06/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: Injured d20+3=10 ; d3=2 ; d20+3=8 ; Thursday February 15th, 2018 10:20:49 PM
Kiwina attacks the dog that just attacked him, with his hooves again. (to hit = 10 & 8, the d3 was a mistake) He then takes a step back.
Sable (Don) ( HP 6/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing d20+4=8 ; Friday February 16th, 2018 1:56:27 AM
Fort Save - 8
”Darn it, right in the eye.”
Sable takes a 5 foot step back and goes into a total defensive stance...
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d20+6=11 ; d8+2=7 ; Friday February 16th, 2018 4:07:30 AM
Elyas tries again to shoot into the mouther, as he is out of magic for the day and in need of sleep.
11 to hit, 7 damage
Keep at it, it has to go down soon!
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (20/26 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; Flat: 10; CMD: 16) | Glaive +4 1d10+5 x3 | Status: Sickened, Raging (7/8) d20+4=19 ; d10+5=9 ; Friday February 16th, 2018 6:32:19 AM
Rolth is spitting mad. He swallows the bile rising up in his throat and moves up to striking range, swinging his glaive that lands with a satisfying smack. (To hit = 19, Damage = 9) "I hope you felt that, you disgusting creature!" Remembering Falco's proclaimed wisdom on this thing (good job on the knowledge rolls!), Rolth looks closer and wonders, "Did I actually hurt this thing, or did it just ooze away from my mighty blow?"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+3=21 ; d6+1=2 ; Friday February 16th, 2018 6:57:46 AM
Advancing with the others but still keeping a good distance Falco launches another Acid Dart at the beast.
{Hit: 21 vs Touch | Damage:2}
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+4=23 ; 2d6+6=9 ; d20+4=10 ; Friday February 16th, 2018 2:00:46 PM
Gothruk takes a 5ft step towards the creature then attacks. To-hit =23, Damage = 9
He's not going to let this thing get away, though he's cautious now that it's spitting some horrible liquid. AOO in case it tries to get away. To hit = 10 No point rolling damage.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+6=12 ; Friday February 16th, 2018 7:08:30 PM
[ooc I don't know if I hit it yesterday, or if damage was recorded because Finnian is not on the recap but...]
He fires again and misses [12 to hit] (Dm: Sorry about that.. yes you did)
The fight continues - DM Matt d20+5=7 ; d20+5=11 ; d20+5=17 ; d4+1=3 ; d20+5=10 ; d20+5=25 ; d20+5=6 ; d4+1=5 ; d20+5=17 ; d4+1=3 ; Friday February 16th, 2018 9:04:38 PM Kiwina attacks the dog that just attacked him, with his hooves again. He then takes a step back. -- The unconscious dog sighs, with a final breath and dies. Sable ”Darn it, right in the eye.” Sable takes a 5 foot step back and goes into a total defensive stance... Elyas tries again to shoot into the mouther, as he is out of magic for the day and in need of sleep. “Keep at it, it has to go down soon!” -- Elyas tries to keep his head up
Rolth Niheow is spitting mad. He swallows the bile rising up in his throat and moves up to striking range, swinging his glaive that lands with a satisfying smack. "I hope you felt that, you disgusting creature!" Remembering Falco's proclaimed wisdom on this thing (good job on the knowledge rolls!), Rolth looks closer and wonders, "Did I actually hurt this thing, or did it just ooze away from my mighty blow?
Falco Ambersier Advancing with the others but still keeping a good distance Falco launches another Acid Dart at the beast.
Gothruk Gore Gothruk takes a 5ft step towards the creature then attacks.
He's not going to let this thing get away, though he's cautious now that it's spitting some horrible liquid.
--------- “Well you know what they say. A Mouther has to mouth,” she said to herself. The Mouther moved toward Rolth. The mouths along her canine body began to shoot from her. They attached to anything within reach. 1st mouth: missed 2nd mouth: missed 3rd mouth - grabs Rolth: AC 17 3 Dmg, plus grappled and blood drain. 4th mouth: Missed 5th mouth: AC 25 5 Dmg (Anyone within 5 feet of the creature) 6th mouth: A.c. 17 Dmg (Anyone other player within 5 feet)
Mouther: AC 17 HP 46 - 42
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Friday February 16th, 2018 9:32:02 PM
Tsak moves and passes a healing potion to Sable. He then prepares to attack the mouther with his crossbow next turn.
Sable (Don) ( HP 6/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing d8+1=4 ; Saturday February 17th, 2018 2:39:03 AM
Sable says, "I hate to use up a potion, thanks does anyone have a healing spell left?"
Sable will delay, to right before the Mouther's move before drinking the potion. If he receives no other healing, potions heals 4 HP.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d20+6=7 ; Saturday February 17th, 2018 7:39:01 AM
Elyas tries another shot, but the crossbow misfires and the bolt goes flying way off in the distance
Natural 1 on the attack roll...
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+6=20 ; d8+1=2 ; Saturday February 17th, 2018 9:51:08 AM
Finnian fires again. Its a straight shot but a weak one. "I can't draw the cord back far enough up here," he thinks to himself, "Better than being on the ground though."
"I've run out of healing for the day, but I can help heal tomorrow" he calls out after hearing his friends asking for help.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (17/26 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 16) | Morning Star +2 1d8+5 x3 | Status: Sickened, Raging, Grappled (8/8) d20+2=22 ; d20+2=22 ; d8+5=9 ; d8+5=11 ; d20=13 ; d20=10 ; Saturday February 17th, 2018 2:28:23 PM
Rolth, caught in the hideous sucking maw of the beast, is forced to drop his glaive, but manages to snatch up his morning star from its loop on his belt. With a last gasp of fury, he swings and claws wildly at the thing. (Morning star = crit confirmed, 20 damage; Paw 1 13 = miss; Paw 2 10 = miss) With his last gasp of rage, he smashes the thing like there is no tomorrow--because otherwise there might not be.
(OOC: Gosh I hope that is enough, I'm out of rage after this round is over! Sickened and grappled is tough!)
Kiwina (Steve M) (06/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: Injured Saturday February 17th, 2018 5:16:37 PM
Kiwina reasons that if Rolth is right and this thing is not being hurt by their weapons, a different attack might be better. He spends this round preparing a flask of oil with a fuse -- and what treant is going to get upset with a little fire, he wonders, when they seem to have all gone off.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+4=19 ; 2d6+6=8 ; d20+4=11 ; Sunday February 18th, 2018 12:35:04 AM
Gothruk jumps back 5ft as the heads pop out of the creature and start trying to bite and grab anything close to it. He's going to attack it again. Attack = 19, Damage = 8 :'(
AOO = 11, no damage roll needed.
Sable (Don) ( HP 10/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing Sunday February 18th, 2018 4:05:17 PM
Sable drinks the potion.
(HP adjusted)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+3=12 ; d3=2 ; Monday February 19th, 2018 9:15:08 AM
Thoughtfully freaked out by the mouther Falco summons a small glob of acid that he tosses at the creature.
{Hit: 12 vs Touch} {Damage: 2}
As soon as the acid leaves his hand he takes a couple of steps backwards.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Monday February 19th, 2018 7:24:51 PM Kiwina I have another healing potion, let me know if you want to use it. I'd rather finish the fight with less potions and more petals than the other way around
THE FINALE? [DMs Matt and John] Monday February 19th, 2018 7:44:30 PM Tsak Rezar passes a healing potion to Sable then prepares to attack the mouther with his crossbow next turn.
Elyas tries another shot, but the crossbow misfires and the bolt goes flying way off in the distance...
Finnian fires again and lets Sable know he is out of healing for the day. The shot lands, but it doesn’t pierce the rubbery hide of the foul beast.
Sable, learning there is no healing coming, takes the potion, healing 4 HP.
Kiwina reasons that if Rolth is right and this thing is not being hurt by their weapons, a different attack might be better. He spends this round preparing a flask of oil with a fuse -- and what treant is going to get upset with a little fire, he wonders, when they seem to have all gone off.
Rolth Niheow, caught in the hideous sucking maw of the beast, is forced to drop his glaive, but manages to snatch up his morning star from its loop on his belt. With a last gasp of fury, he swings and claws wildly at the thing. With his last gasp of rage, he smashes the thing like there is no tomorrow--because otherwise there might not be. The claws cause no harm, but the morning star lands solidly on the mouther, rewarding him with the satisfying feel of crushed bones and collapsing internal organs.
Gothruk Gore Gothruk jumps back as the heads pop out of the creature and start trying to bite and grab anything close to it. He successfully lands an attack as well.
Falco Ambersier summons a small glob of acid that he tosses at the creature that sizzles satisfyingly as it hits.
The mouther hisses/howls/shrieks/squeals/blasphemes/rasperries/yodels as it collapses quivering onto the ground. Its cacophonous death wails fade as its collective mouths are absorbed into the sanguineous mass.
Bloodied, low on spells, and some sickened from the illness which racked these creatures, the Petals realize the fight is over.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (17/26 HP | AC: 13; Touch: 10; CMD: 17) | Status: Sickened, Fatigued, Rage Expended (8/8) Monday February 19th, 2018 8:25:33 PM
Rolth staggers back a short distance from the loathsome thing, waves of fatigue and illness bringing him to his knees. It is all he can do to lean down and drag his fallen glaive away with him as he goes. He kneels to try to catch his breath. "That dog got its teeth into me, and I think some of the sickness came with it. Can someone check out these wounds? And is anyone else in the same plight?"
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (13/22 HP | AC: 13; Touch: 10; CMD: 17) | Status: Sickened, Fatigued, Rage Expended (8/8) Monday February 19th, 2018 8:28:49 PM
(OOC Correction to HPs in the header, given that Rolth's rage ended. Yay, he didn't fall unconscious!)
Kiwina (Steve M) (06/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: Injured d20+7=20 ; d20+7=9 ; Monday February 19th, 2018 9:58:27 PM "We need rest and healing," Kiwina says, "but we have this glowing crystal over there. Do we dare leave it to act on the next creature that happens by?" Kiwina will examine Rolth's and Sable's wounds if they wish, but can't do much to help out in the short term unless they've been poisoned or diseased. (Heal = 20, 9 respectively)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday February 20th, 2018 4:47:13 AM I'm really uncomfortable staying near the crystal for too long. I think we should withdraw and spend a day healing the party. Also I'm at a loss as to how we learn more about it, does anyone have any ideas? I definitely think that going into the crater and touching it is a really bad idea. I don't know how we stop it from affecting other creatures, although anything with any sense will steer well clear of this place I should imagine Tsak is prepared to look after a number of the party and provide long term care for the next day or two.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Tuesday February 20th, 2018 6:56:23 AM
Realizing that many of the Petals are feeling bad effects from the mouther Falco sighs.
"A pyrrhic victory it seems but a victory none the less. It is too bad that as I learn more spells there is little avenue to help heal."
He looks at the crater and moves a little closer, still keeping some distance.
"Fasinating thing really and I would love to look at it closer but Tsak you may be right, a day of healing may be needed if fates allow it that is.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 Tuesday February 20th, 2018 9:56:05 AM as much as i want to see what that crystal is, i don't think we are up for another fight if something were to happen. What if one of us goes berserk?
Elyas favors spending the night resting, perhaps asking the treants for help in watching the hole overnight
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+6=7 ; Tuesday February 20th, 2018 4:58:58 PM "I will be ready to heal tomorrow. I may also be able to help identify the disease if we are unclear" Finnian says climbing out of the tree. He tries to help Kiwana diagnose the disease, but is too tired to be of any use. [Heal Aid=7 Fail]
Sable (Don) ( HP 6/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing d20+4=8 ; Tuesday February 20th, 2018 6:24:43 PM
Sable says, “It’s true, I could use some healing”
Sable move to within striking distance of the Mouther and swings, (AC 8).
Said what?? - DM Matt Tuesday February 20th, 2018 8:29:45 PM
A wave of fatigue washes over the group. Some of you are painfully sick with a terrible itch and a rash that is spreading. You feel as if you have a fever and your belly lurches but you are wide awake. The treants begin to step back into the picture as small earthquakes shake the ground. “What happened here?” Says Michael standing over the Mouther. “I have not seen one of these in a century.” “This is not just a Mouther, Micheal,” Eleena says. “This is an abomination of nature. We need to examine these. Can someone bring them to the cave system over there?” She points to a dark section of the forest lit by torchlight. Suddenly, a noise erupts from the crystal. Micheal stands over it, with the stone in his large wooden hands. Effects of the sound… All within 10ft must make a DC (20 + 2) Fort Save or gain the Deafened AND Stunned Conditions All within 30ft must make a DC (15 + 2) Fort Save or gain the Deafened Condition All within 60ft must make a DC (10 + 2) Fort Save or gain the Deafened Condition
Eleena curses but nothing can be heard over the noise of the crystal. Micheal, realizing what he has done drops the crystal and falls backward Deafened and stunned.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (13/22 HP | AC: 13; Touch: 10; CMD: 17) | Status: Sickened, Fatigued, Rage Expended (8/8) d20+2=8 ; d20+7=19 ; Tuesday February 20th, 2018 9:02:12 PM
Rolth's sensitive ears, already tortured by the weird keening of the mouther, are overwhelmed by this latest outburst, and shut down in protest. (Fort save = 8) He thinks un-Woldian thoughts about hasty young treants. He looks around to see what else the crystal might be doing--or causing others to do... (Perception = 19)
Kiwina (Steve M) (06/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: Injured d20+6=14 ; d20+8=14 ; Tuesday February 20th, 2018 9:43:57 PM
(roll: fort = 14)
Kiwina is irritated by the noise, but unaffected. He looks to see how the others are doing, then to see what may be coming to investigate the noise. (perception = 14)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=11 ; d20+6=24 ; Tuesday February 20th, 2018 10:54:51 PM
(Perception=11, FortSave=24) What the heck is that noise? Tsak looks all around, both to locate the source (of course, that aweful crystal!) and to check what else is in the area. Eleena, please, is it possible for the treants to guard that crystal for 2 days whilst we rest and heal our wounded? Hopefully by then we will have learned more and will have some idea of what to do with, or about, the horrid thing.
Sable (Don) ( HP 6/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing d20+4=18 ; Wednesday February 21st, 2018 2:00:07 AM
Sable, still blinded by acid, does not succumb to the assault upon his hearing. Fort 18
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d20+2=20 ; Wednesday February 21st, 2018 4:04:46 AM
Elyas puts his hands to his ears, already sensitive from the first time today that he went deaf. Luckily, this time he is able to keep from losing his hearing - Fort save 20.
Don't touch that! He yells, but realizes the Treant is standing dazed and probably doesn't hear anything.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+1=7 ; Wednesday February 21st, 2018 6:49:40 AM
Falco claps his hands over his ears but he is to late as the sound of the crystal suddenly stops along with all sound. He stumbles backwards away from the crystal looking around confused and more then a little afraid.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+2=11 ; Wednesday February 21st, 2018 9:17:03 AM
[Fort=11 It stands to reason that if I was helping Kiwina I would be over there, but I never moved so...]
The loud boom startles Finnian and he jumps, turning around ready (but not) for another fight. It is then that he realizes that he can't hear. "Can you hear? What happened? I can't hear," Finnian yells over the sound of nothingness.
Michael's Roots - DM Matt d20=5 ; d20=20 ; d20=1 ; d20=18 ; Wednesday February 21st, 2018 8:31:09 PM
Michael stands motionless, his carved black eyes are closed or missing. It’s hard to tell between the seams of wooden bark. The crystal sits against Michael’s roots, which seem to be dug into the soft dirt within the meteorite site. It pulsates Rolth and Kiwina only Highlight to display spoiler: { you noise the crystal changes colors but those colors are slowly being overwhelmed by red. }
- Eleena looks at Tsak, she grinds her wooden teeth as she glares at Michael. “Guard the crystal for you?” Sense Motive vs DC 5: Highlight to display spoiler: { You sense a great deal of compassion mixed with a traditional mixture of treant dogma that seems to be a struggle. Also, Eleena is emotional, but unwilling to show it, about Michael’s situation. } She pauses. Her wooden features soften. “I think we can arrange something for you.”
(Everyone take 600 XP for an excellent fight. This should bring you up to Level 3)
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Rolth Niheow sensitive ears, already tortured by the weird keening of the mouther, are overwhelmed by this latest outburst, and shut down in protest. He thinks un-Woldian thoughts about hasty young treants. He looks around to see what else the crystal might be doing--or causing others to do...
Kiwina is irritated by the noise, but unaffected. He looks to see how the others are doing, then to see what may be coming to investigate the noise.
Tsak Rezar What the heck is that noise? Tsak looks all around, both to locate the source (of course, that aweful crystal!) and to check what else is in the area. Eleena, please, is it possible for the treants to guard that crystal for 2 days whilst we rest and heal our wounded? Hopefully by then we will have learned more and will have some idea of what to do with, or about, the horrid thing.
Sable still blinded by acid, does not succumb to the assault upon his hearing.
Elyas puts his hands to his ears, already sensitive from the first time today that he went deaf. Luckily, this time he is able to keep from losing his hearing “Don't touch that!” He yells, but realizes the Treant is standing dazed and probably doesn't hear anything.
Falco Ambersier claps his hands over his ears but he is to late as the sound of the crystal suddenly stops along with all sound. He stumbles backwards away from the crystal looking around confused and more then a little afraid.
Finnian The loud boom startles Finnian and he jumps, turning around ready (but not) for another fight. It is then that he realizes that he can't hear. "Can you hear? What happened? I can't hear,"Finnian yells over the sound of nothingness.
What in the Wold is going on?
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20+6=7 ; Wednesday February 21st, 2018 10:00:24 PM
Gothruk, is standing too far away from the crystal so it's noise didn't hurt him as much as the others. He smiles a little at Finnian, yelling for answers even though he wouldn't be able to hear them, and starts climbing out of the crater, after picking up his sun-rod. He wants to make sure there is nothing else around that might attack his weakened party. With the sun-rod in one hand and his Guisarme in the other he walks around trying to see if anything is hiding in the darkness. Perception 1D20+6=7
Kiwina (Steve M) (06/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: Injured Wednesday February 21st, 2018 10:44:50 PM "I wonder why it's turning red," Kiwina says, pointing to the crystal. "Eleena, do you think we should move the crystal away from Michael? I notice he's still touching it." If Eleena does not object, Kiwina will use his spear to nudge the crystal out of contact with the treant.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+1=11 ; Wednesday February 21st, 2018 11:15:49 PM
(Sense Motive=11) Thank you, Lady of the Forest Tsak moves to help Sable by washing his eyes with fresh water to help with the acid burn. He will bind the wound if necessary. Tsak then shepherds Sable, Finnian, Falco and Rolth to a quiet area away from the crystal and gets them all to sit down and drink some water. He keeps an eye on Gothruk during his search for beasties, so as not to be caught unawares.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 d20+1=7 ; d20+1=3 ; Thursday February 22nd, 2018 4:05:59 AM
Sense motive 7
Elyas sees the struggle in Eleena's actions, even if the expression of her wooden face doesn't change. As much as Michael's mannerisms were getting to Elyas, he feels for the treant and hates seeing him in such a state, or thinking of how the crystal might affect him.
Elyas follows the petals to the clearing as they settle in to rest.
I am not much of a healer, but please tell me what I can do to help he tries to help with some healing, but fumbles through it (heal = 3)
He sits down heavily and starts to read his spellbook
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (19/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: Deafened Thursday February 22nd, 2018 5:56:36 AM
Rolth sees Kiwina moving to touch the crystal with his spear and shouts in the too-loud voice of the recently deafened, "DON'T TOUCH IT, KIWINA, THAT'S WHAT SET IT OFF IN THE FIRST PLACE! I DON'T LIKE THAT RED COLOR IT IS SHIFTING TO! Eleena, can we help you make Michael move away? He looks rooted to the spot" With that, Rolth will join those who move some distance away, hopefully to a spot of relative safety from the crystal's effects.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20=17 ; Thursday February 22nd, 2018 6:57:56 AM
{know Nature: 17+8=25}
Still backing away and covering his ears Falco tries to work out what is happening to Michael.
Sable (Don) ( HP 6/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing Thursday February 22nd, 2018 7:12:24 AM ”Thank you, Tsak”, Sable says as his eyes clear.
Sable moves away from the crystal - he is really not feeling well...
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Thursday February 22nd, 2018 6:13:36 PM
Finnian stumbles around, completely lost without his senses.
Do Treants hibernate? - DM Matt Thursday February 22nd, 2018 7:53:28 PM Falco Ambersier Still backing away and covering his ears Falco tries to work out what is happening to Michael. Falco discovers that Michael has taken root within the crater, next to the crystal. Tsak thanks Eleena and helps Sable wash out his eyes. Sable thanks Tsak and is feeling ill. The itch and a purplish rash spreads North. Sable, Finnian, Falco, Rolth, Tsak Elyas sees the struggle in Eleena's actions, even if the expression of her wooden face doesn't change. As much as Michael's mannerisms were getting to Elyas, he feels for the treant and hates seeing him in such a state, or thinking of how the crystal might affect him. Elyas follows the petals to the clearing as they settle in to rest. I am not much of a healer, but please tell me what I can do to help he tries to help with some healing, but fumbles through it. He sits down heavily and starts to read his spellbook. Rolth sees Kiwina moving to touch the crystal with his spear and shouts in the too-loud voice of the recently deafened, "DON'T TOUCH IT, KIWINA, THAT'S WHAT SET IT OFF IN THE FIRST PLACE! I DON'T LIKE THAT RED COLOR IT IS SHIFTING TO! Eleena, can we help you make Michael move away? He looks rooted to the spot"
- Eleena looks to Michael, then turns to Rolth “Michael has become dormant. He has “rooted” within the crater. It’s unfortunate but nothing can be done to resolve it. Michael will unroot after some time. There is no need to worry about the young treant.”
Gothruk Gore searches for trouble but sees very little as Finnian stumbles around.
"I wonder why it's turning red," Kiwina says, pointing to the crystal. "Eleena, do you think we should move the crystal away from Michael? I notice he's still touching it." If Eleena does not object, Kiwina will use his spear to nudge the crystal out of contact with the treant. The noise from the crystal increases till finally the music crescendos. The red grass surrounding the crystal starts to envelop it. The marvel of colours in the crystal are poluted into glowing shades of blood red. The crystal begins to pulsate as the nearby tendrils of grass begin to grow and spread along the ground at an alarming rate, as if masses of red worms wriggling their way forward. Finally the crystal can take the strain no longer. The crystal starts to ever so slowly fade to black before instantly returning to a bright, bloody red sending waves of energy outwards.
Then… silence. Everything is quiet and still. It’s as if time has stopped for everything except the party. Above the crystal is a vortex of magical and wondrous colours. Other than the party it is the only thing that is still moving. Everything else looks to be under some sort of time stop. The party hears a soft echoey voice come from the vortex “Quickly. There isn’t much time. Step into the portal”.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Thursday February 22nd, 2018 8:25:14 PM ROLTH STOP YELLING AT EVERYONE! It doesn't help, but it makes Tsak feel better. Then the vortex opens and a voice talks. Oh Great! thinks Tsak. A trans-dimensional-crystal-dwelling-poltergeist is inviting us over for tea. He turns to see the reactions of the rest of the petals and whether those affected by deafness were actually able to hear the voice. Tsak then shrugs his shoulders and starts to head toward the portal, because that's obviously where the party is at... (He will assist any members of the party that didn't hear the voice or need help entering the portal)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (19/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: Bold Thursday February 22nd, 2018 9:01:11 PM
Rolth thinks to himself, "What would Zeoll do? Besides nap, I mean." Outwardly, he gets his familiar grin on and leaps through the portal, yelling, "FOR DOMI! FOR THE WLA! FOR THE EIGHT PETALED ROSE! Oh, sorry Tsak."
Kiwina (Steve M) (06/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: Injured Thursday February 22nd, 2018 9:38:12 PM "I did not do that!" Kiwina tells Rolth.
"Who are you, and what do you want?" he asks the disembodied voice. As the closest of the party to the crystal where this thing appeared, he hopes it cannot reach out. And he does not relish the thought of being summoned to fight for a wizard from some other plane.
Sable (Don) ( HP 6/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing Thursday February 22nd, 2018 11:27:23 PM
Sable is ready to step through the portal, as it might either help with his sickness or quickly end it all - either way, sweet relief.
Sable will be the last to leave - waiting for other members to make it through safely.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Shield - AC =17 Friday February 23rd, 2018 4:56:21 AM
Elyas sighs heavily as the portal comes up Here we go again...
He is tired but healthy, and really wants to rest in order to refresh his spells, but he will follow the others rather than be left behind with the treants.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Friday February 23rd, 2018 7:16:07 AM
Falco sees the portal open and has a ton of questions but Rolth jumps in to quickly.
I guess this is how legends are born. he think before grabbing his nose and jumping in as well.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Friday February 23rd, 2018 7:42:01 AM
Gothruk will put his guisarme across his back, an arm around Sable and help him through the portal. Muttering to himself This is just silly, this is just silly, this is just silly....
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Friday February 23rd, 2018 7:41:18 PM
Finnian follows Rolth quietly. "This is outrageous," he thinks to himself as he walks through the portal.
Wayawu - DM Matt d20+4=7 ; Friday February 23rd, 2018 8:33:54 PM
The Wold shifts as the party moves into in the swirling multicolored whirlwind With a final swirl of distorted colors of red, blue, purple, yellow and greens, everything goes black.
The party has travelled via portal to the Vales of Twilight, an outer plane ruled by Fae Queen Maab, who shelters in her valleys many of the creatures, peoples, and places that once existed in the Wold, but no more. You move as in a dream over misty dim hills, peeking into the magical valleys below you. You fly over one vale, where you see a beautiful ancient elf city, with amazing towers under a magical dome. In another vale you see herds of giant thundering lizards as big as houses. in another, you see rolling hills covered in singing flowers unlike anything you have seen in the Wold. The magic that moves you slows as you approach a wide valley with a flat floor, covered in tall grasses. Near the center of the valley you see a lodge, like a half cylinder on its side, woven of grasses over massive rib-bones of ancient monsters long dead. Grass mats cover the top of the lodge, except where holes allow cookfire smoke to escape. The magic sets you down outside this lodge. You have come to Wayawu, a Manfri refuge.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=12 ; Saturday February 24th, 2018 1:21:09 AM
(Perception=12) Despite the chaos surrounding the crystal, and what is currently happening in the Wold, Tsak assumes that now is not the time to fight. He sheathes his weapons and has a good look around to see what he can deduce about the neighborhood the petals now find themselves in.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Saturday February 24th, 2018 5:43:23 AM
Elyas looks around in wonder as they come to a stop, taking in the sights of this strange realm. He has heard stories of the Vales of Twilight, but never imagined actually seeing it!
He is quiet as he looks around, not sure what to do or say
(OOC - Dang it! I picked a couple new knowledge skills this level, and was really considering knowledge planes but went with Nature since that's what we had been needing! next time...)
Kiwina (Steve M) (18/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured Saturday February 24th, 2018 9:44:02 AM Thunderation! Kiwina thinks. Well, whoever it is doesn't seem to have brought us straight to a battle. Maybe we'll have time to recover and reprovision.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (19/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: Relieved d20+10=14 ; Saturday February 24th, 2018 10:19:59 AM
Rolth is bedazzled by this wondrous place. "I once met a sorceress in the Dream Lands who was wise in the ways of the Manfri and the Weave. This must be a doubly strange and powerful place, to be a cross between the Sargrass Plains and the Vales of Twilight. What an adventure!" Rolth looks carefully for signs of any inhabitants, along with any clues that might provide warning or insight into potential dangers and opportunities here. (Perception = 14)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Sunday February 25th, 2018 4:29:06 PM
Gothruk has no idea what he's seeing, all he knows is he has been summoned by something far more powerful any party member. He is not put at ease by the environment but thinks that it is best not keep who or whatever summoned him waiting. Moving forwards he knocks on the door. Hello? He says in his gruff voice.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Sunday February 25th, 2018 9:29:06 PM
I really hope therenare some beds over there id be much less bothered about traveling to another plane if I wernt so tired
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Monday February 26th, 2018 7:09:12 AM
The moment he steps though the portal one thought enters Falcos mind Vales of Twilight.
I thought it would take a great deal of study and power to get here... simply wonderful!
"What an adventure indeed Rolth, what an adventure. If we survive it it what tales we will have."
Sable (Don) ( HP 6/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing d20+7=10 ; Monday February 26th, 2018 6:27:08 PM
Sable takes a hard look around, Perception 10, but is distracted by the spreading disease.
”Maybe someone here can help stop the spread of the disease before I try and gulp down one of you...”
Wayawu - DM Matt Monday February 26th, 2018 9:07:44 PM
A simple “come in” greets the Petals after Gothruk knocks upon the door. Sitting inside the lodge is a Manfri tribal leader (“Mahyawu”) sitting cross legged and looking into a firepit. The walls on the inside of this refuge look like smokey mirrors and not at all like the grass shell that covers this place. The “veil of time and place” shifts within the mirrors allowing you to other small groups meeting at various times within the conversation. Some have finished the conversation and are walking away, while others are waiting to speak. They are simular in size to your group. Mahyawu is shorter than even a halfling or a gnome with the dark skin, white hair and grey eyes typical of his people. He is wearing an outfit made from a combination of hide, grass, beads and feathers. His boots are made from beast hide and his leggings are made by an intricate weaving of grass and a lighter beast hide. His vest is also made of some sort of leather that is the same type of hide used in leggings but adorned with various beads made from stone, glass and even steelgrass and pottery. His headdress is large for his small frame is made from woven grass with rows of feathers traversing down Mahyawu’s back. He is old by Manfri standards and has the wisdom you would expect with age. Mahyawu speaks in a soft echoey voice identical to the one encouraging you to step into the vortex. He speaks not only with his soft voice but with animated hand gestures as well (sign language). When he talks about being “Mahyawu” he holds his hand out as if making a stop sign. Some may think this as being standoffish, but this is how the Manfri state their names. The Mahyawu, the Manfi then becomes silent. He does not answer questions. He turns his attention to the firepit and, without touching the flames, pulls from the fire an image. Red Bloodweed grows beneath the Crystal Mountains, causing the image to shake. The tremors, however small can be felt even beneath your feet. The vibrations cause the mountains to explode and rain down meteorites. The flames glow red as the image shows the Bloodweed growing quickly, enveloping and covering all parts of the Wold. Even great cities are covered in the weed. The animals and people have either succumbed to the disease or have perished. Mahyawu then turns and faces the group. “All is grass” will be fulfilled. Life as the Wold knows it will be changed. The Manfri prophesy has been fulfilled.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (19/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: Boggled d20+4=7 ; Monday February 26th, 2018 9:29:46 PM
With hand out in the same sign, Rolth says, "Many Shadows, Mahyawu Weaver, I am Rolth Niheow. So it is woven, so let it be done. Is this the Last Thread for the Wold, or can my Shady Pack, the Eight Petaled Rose, take some Moonshadow Pick to bring the Warp of this situation low? I must say, the White Hands have been set against us, and this day has most assuredly not been Waxed." (Diplomacy = 7)
Kiwina (Steve M) (18/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20=18 ; Monday February 26th, 2018 11:42:41 PM
Kiwina watches the display, and sees the unnatural growth of the bloodweed. He does not see the grass conquering the ocean, taking small comfort from that. "You said there isn't much time. Mine are a direct people. Please, simply state why you have asked us to come. . . Or even better," Kiwina says after thinking a bit, indicating Sable, "our friend here seems to be affected by the grass. Can you help him?" (Roll: diplomacy = 18)
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Tuesday February 27th, 2018 4:58:38 AM what would you have us do? Surely there is a reason you have called so many here, and not just to say we're all doomed. How do we fight the grass?
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Tuesday February 27th, 2018 7:06:50 AM I was right, this will be an adventure.
Falco listens / watches and nods along. Rolth seems to have a talent for the poetic that makes the halfling smile. Best wait and see if any of this is answered. We would not have been summoned if there was no chance of helping.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Tuesday February 27th, 2018 3:59:25 PM "who is attacking to Wold, can the grass be stopped?" Finnian worries about the Treants and what will become of them. "Just as we finish winning the prize and start to make a name for ourselves this happens. he wonders to himself as he sits and listens.
Wayawu - DM Matt d20=14 ; Tuesday February 27th, 2018 8:09:56 PM Mahyawu seems turns to Kiwina and addresses his question first. “I will start with the easy question and the despicable answer. I, cannot remove disease but there is a man, named Wenhu close by. Tell him I sent you and he will give you what you seek.” To Rolth Niheow, “You speak in riddles, my son. I unfortunately listen only in Elegy… poetry.” “Is there a question within those beautiful words?” To those that want to know what can be done: He turns back to the flames, from the show a vision. A circle of 9 symbols. Lines go from each and connect at a point in the center. “The Bridge,” Mahyawu says as he points to an image of a bridge. “I believe this to be you: the bridge between 3 islands. It is essential that the Petals purify that which has been polluted.” Within the smoke the Petals see the crystal they first found in the crater. Bloodweed spreading out from it. A claw, Knowledge Nature DC 14 Highlight to display spoiler: { The claw is from a rapkes } When the claw touches the crystal is melds wth it: restoring the crystal’s natural color and killing off the Bloodweed.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (19/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: Abashed Tuesday February 27th, 2018 8:52:21 PM "Yes, it is as the monks on Bridge Island suggested! Kiwina, Sable, and I--one each of the taur races--came together there, and are on a quest to reunify the noble Taur. Domi give us the strength to make it true!" He will try to memorize and copy down the symbols, in case we need to revisit them later. He looks at them closely, hoping that they are Old Woldian, which he is always fascinated with and actually knows a thing or two about. "Elyas and Finnian, what do you make of that claw?"
OOC: Elyas ought to be feeling better about choosing Knowledge Nature now :)
Kiwina (Steve M) (18/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20+7=14 ; d20+9=21 ; Tuesday February 27th, 2018 10:20:33 PM
(Roll: nature = 14) "I feel I should recognize it, but I do not. I would have thought it is not natural. Maybe our host can help." Kiwina turns his attention to the nine symbols. What do they look like? (Perception = 21)
Sable (Don) ( HP 6/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing d20+4=9 ; Wednesday February 28th, 2018 2:12:11 AM
Sable shakes his head from side to side, [/b]”I do not recognize the claw.”[/b] (Knowledge Nature 9). He will also note the symbols, if he can.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+7=12 ; Wednesday February 28th, 2018 3:02:07 AM
Elyas looks at the claw, but does not recognize it (nature=12).
Do any of you know this claw? It feels familiar, but i can't place it
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+8=16 ; d20+8=14 ; Wednesday February 28th, 2018 7:14:20 AM
{Know Nature: 16} {Know Nature: 14 for anything I know about Rapkes}
"The claw is from a Rapkes. It seems that is our goal."
[ooc: Falco will tell them anything the 2nd Know Nature allows him about a Rapkes. Falco is smarter then the player in this case.}
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Wednesday February 28th, 2018 9:55:14 AM Is there a way to take a cure with us? Gothruk asks. Surly we will come across infected as we travel and it would be best to save as many as possible.
(Logan subbing for Tsak) Wednesday February 28th, 2018 10:11:45 AM
Tsak dosn't recognise the claw.
You say this claw has the power to purify the crystals, why do you need us to do I?. I'm not saying we won't. We'll obviously do anything to try and stop the spread of the grass, but you have opened a portal and scooped us up, why don't you have the power to get the claw to the crystal yourself?
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=18 ; d20+10=26 ; Wednesday February 28th, 2018 7:06:20 PM
Like Falco, Finnian knows that the claw is in fact from a Rapkes. And racks his brain for what he knows. [know Nature 18,and 26 for what he knows of the creature]
Wayawu - DM Matt Wednesday February 28th, 2018 8:16:11 PM Rolth Niheow "Yes, it is as the monks on Bridge Island suggested! Kiwina, Sable, and I--one each of the taur races--came together there, and are on a quest to reunify the noble Taur. Domi give us the strength to make it true!" - “Ah, noble quest that is,” Mahyawu replied. “The taur races have a storied past.” The other symbols are a Dragon, a Valley, a Ship, a Soldier, Tree, Crescent and the Bridge. Kiwina, Sable, Elyas, Tsak struggle to recognize the claw but Falco recognizes it as a Rapkes. Finnian seconds the conclusion. Finnian knowing a little more recalls that the Rapkes… Finnian and Falco only Highlight to display spoiler: {is a large animal that looks like a cross between a horse and a raptor like dinosaur. The animal is about as large as a small elephant.}
Gothruk Gore “Is there a way to take a cure with us? Gothruk asks. Surly we will come across infected as we travel and it would be best to save as many as possible.” “I am not sure,” Mahyawu replies. “Wenhu, would have those answers for you.” “You say this claw has the power to purify the crystals, why do you need us to do I?. I'm not saying we won't. We'll obviously do anything to try and stop the spread of the grass, but you have opened a portal and scooped us up, why don't you have the power to get the claw to the crystal yourself?” “There are two types of creatures in the Wold,” Mahyawu begins, “Watchers, as I am, and doers. My son, you are a doer. Plus, I can barely step from this shack without pulling a muscle.” With that he smiled. “Please take this Red book. This details the ritual to stop the bloodgrass (performance check required). Inside the cover of the Red book are a few sticks of incense and small pieces of clear crystal. “If you are still interested in visiting Wenhu, please do or only a few of you. You are safe within this plane. Once you are done step back within the shack and I will send you on your way.”
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (19/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: Eager Wednesday February 28th, 2018 8:57:14 PM "Oooh, the symbols, maybe they correspond to heroes of the Wold! Remember the Iron Dragons that came to fight the elemental on the beach? And in the Dream Lands of the Giggling Ghost, some of us have met the famous Liontaur Zeoll, Captain of a mighty Ship. There too, we met Ethani from the Crescent Moons, Bliss from Humbles Ford in the Crescent [iValley[/i], Sigvar from the soldierly Agents of the Fist, the Tree Warden Osul, and Tishe' Weaver from Cinnamon Valley. Hmm, that's too many valleys, but I think you get the point. Mahyawu Weaver-Watcher, have any of these others yet come here to the Vales? Did they survive to help us return to save the Wold?"
Once the others have satisfied there questions as well, Rolth is all for the wounded and sick seeking our Wenhu for assistance.
Kiwina (Steve M) (18/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured Thursday March 1st, 2018 12:41:02 AM
Kiwina will go with the group visiting Wenhu if the party splits up. He is willing to carry the book if no one else volunteers. "Would it be possible to put together a healer's kit while we're here?"
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Thursday March 1st, 2018 4:44:03 AM If this place is safe, those who need healing should rest while a few go to visit this Wenhu. I will come to speak with this being
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Thursday March 1st, 2018 7:05:39 AM If there is a chance to rest at some point we should all take it. Personally I feel my understanding of magic has grown so a moment to think about new spells is needed."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Thursday March 1st, 2018 7:52:30 AM
Gothruk and Tsak both agree that it would be best to go see Wenhu, both to seek treatment for their sick comrads and to see if it's possible to heal other infected, out in the world.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:18/18; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Thursday March 1st, 2018 7:08:49 PM
Finnian wants to visit Wenhu. "I too need rest to refresh my spells, but timenis of the essence," He wearily hefts his bow and gets ready to continue what is turning out to be a crazy adventure.
Wayawu - DM Matt d20=11 ; d20=2 ; d20=17 ; d20=14 ; Thursday March 1st, 2018 8:49:52 PM
For those that choose to stay within Mahyawu’s shack. Mahyawu directs them to a room and a closet with blankets. The room has no beds, no windows and feels untouched by anyone before you. There may be no beds but the blankets are comfortable. Outside the bright sunlight warms. The rolling hills seem to sing as a light breeze blows over the green grass. The search for Wenhu is not difficult. He is an older Manfi, his grey beard dancing in the wind. He offers you three vials of Remove disease with advice. (You must make a caster level check (1d20 + caster level) against the DC: 20 to completely cure the disease) The price for the vials is 150 gp a piece. Diplomacy vs DC 15 only Highlight to display spoiler: { Quite an impression has it's rewards as Wenhu offers you all of the vials for free}
Perception vs Dc: 11 Highlight to display spoiler: {There is a Manfri small village behind Mahyawu shack. Upon the buildings are small wooden signs displaying WLA, Star Mages and Mailed Fist. There is a small restaurant and other small homes.} Infected only - Highlight to display spoiler: {The itch spreads and begins to burn a bit. Your energy increases and you begin to feel restless. (Fort Save vs DC 14)}
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (19/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: Eager d20+10=19 ; d20+4=19 ; Thursday March 1st, 2018 9:40:53 PM
Rolth notices the Manfri village behind the shack, along with what look like representatives of the WLA, Mailed Fist, and Star Mages, which he points out to the Petals. (Perception = 19, success) He goes along to visit the healer. "Mahyawu sent us to see you, hoping that you might be able to help us fight off this disease so that we can go back and try to help save the Wold. Can you assist us?" (Diplomacy = 19, success) Rolth isn't sure whether it was the name dropping or our quest, but he happily thanks the generous Wenhu after he offers the potions for free!
To the rest of the Petals, he suggests that we need to spend a few days here, recovering from our wounds, treating our diseases, and perhaps looking for more information, training, or assistance.
Kiwina (Steve M) (18/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20=5 ; d20+9=13 ; Thursday March 1st, 2018 11:07:39 PM
(Rolls: diplomacy = 5, perception = 13)
Kiwina is interested in reprovisioning, and in talking with the WLA as well. He also has an interest in locating some magical healing that the party can carry along with them. After talking with Wenhu, Kiwina goes into town to make his purchases, before returning to Mahyawu’s shack.
Sable (Don) ( HP 17/30| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing d20+7=11 ; d20-1=8 ; d20+4=7 ; d20=16 ; Friday March 2nd, 2018 2:11:33 AM
Sable notices the village beyond the shack (11), along with Kiwina, but is focused on the potions. He is unsuccessful in the diplomacy check (8) - but would love to have one if Rolth gets one for free. Just as he reaches for the potion, he doubles over in pain (Fort save = 7).
If he can drink one, flat d20 roll is 16 (I do not know the caster’s level who created the potion, but since the spell is 3rd level for most- likely a 5th level or higher caster - so at least at total of 21 vs 20 = Success!).
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Friday March 2nd, 2018 5:44:36 AM
Elyas sees that the petals have things in hand and have split according to their skills. He takes one of the blankets and lays down for a while, contemplating the things he's seen as he works out some new ideas he has about magic that may help in the future, taking the knowledge of his burning hands skill to figure out how to concentrate the fire into a solid beam (scorching ray).
He also works on improving his protective abilities, thinking through how to reverse the damaging fire he is used to in order to defend against similar attacks (resist energy).
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=13 ; Friday March 2nd, 2018 8:52:38 AM
{Perception: 13}
Falco considers getting his rest in now but figures with the others away he is curious as to where they are. A quick look and he notices the Star Mage's outpost and heads that way. He has not been a member long and only met the fellows at the Taurnment booth.
Not sure if he should knock he simply walks in and introduces himself to whoever he finds.
"Hi there." he sticks out a small hand "I am Falco, a pretty new member I just joined up at the Taurnment in the Taur Isles."
It is at this point he realizes he does not have the gold to upgrade his membership tier.
"Really just wanted to say hello and get a feel for things."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None d20-1=12 ; d20+6=18 ; d20+1=6 ; d20+6=9 ; Friday March 2nd, 2018 9:43:27 AM
Gothruk will borrow 13 gold from the group treasury and buy two potion of remove disease. Handing them out to any diseased team mates. (Anyone who wants one shout out!) He then questions, Would this work on a Trent, one of our friends got infected before we left. Gothruk Fails diplomacy but passes perception
Tsak follows up after Gothruk's questions, Is this the only way you have of curing the illness? I imagine that there will be a great deal of infected that could be saved if we had a way of curing them. (Task fails both his rolls and isn't infected)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (19/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: Eager d20+9=11 ; Friday March 2nd, 2018 7:12:48 PM
(OOC: I delayed making a roll while clarifying whether Rolth is still sick; he apparently is.)
Rolth realizes that Kiwina's earlier treatment helped him but did not cure the disease. Seeing that Sable was made better, he gratefully quaffs one of the vials of cure disease, but it doesn't seem to help in Rolth's case. It may be a long night for him...hopefully the healers will be able to treat him again tomorrow
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+1=17 ; d20+10=24 ; d20+10=28 ; Friday March 2nd, 2018 8:00:42 PM "I have not been infected, but it would be of great help to those who are if you could aid us in their recovery" He says in a rare moment of Diplomatic prowess. [Diplomacy = 17]
[Perception= 24] Nudging Rolth "Do you see it. WLA, they're here. Shouldn't we report to them what we have learned thus far?"
[OOC, So I randomly roll for my WLA bonus and it just so happened to come up Diplomacy today. Glad to see I can put it to good use]
[Perception=28] Finnian also takes sometime to search for someone who may know something of fletching. He still hasn't found the correct wood to craft a bow for himself or any of his companions.
[OOC. I know that I have discussed it with Sable, but who was in the market for a bow? In case we run across some money.]
Wayawu - DM Matt Friday March 2nd, 2018 9:37:42 PM
Wenhu is impressed by the Petals and gladly gives out the three vials of cure disease. Rolth Niheow suggests staying a few days to recover from your wounds, do some training or gather information. He realizes that he is still sick, and so drinks one of the vials gifted by Wenhu. Alas, it does not seem to help him. Kiwina Kiwina is interested in reprovisioning, and in talking with the WLA as well. He also has an interest in locating some magical healing that the party can carry along with them. After talking with Wenhu, Kiwina goes into town to make his purchases, before returning to Mahyawu’s shack.
Sable Sable notices the village beyond the shack, along with Kiwina, but is focused on the potions. He is unsuccessful in the diplomacy check (8) - but would love to have one if Rolth gets one for free. Just as he reaches for the potion, he doubles over in pain
If he can drink one, flat d20 roll is 16 (I do not know the caster’s level who created the potion, but since the spell is 3rd level for most- likely a 5th level or higher caster - so at least at total of 21 vs 20 = Success!). The pain from the itch begins to subside, leaving only fatigue.
Elyas sees that the petals have things in hand and have split according to their skills. He takes one of the blankets and lays down for a while, contemplating the things he's seen as he works out some new ideas he has about magic that may help in the future, taking the knowledge of his burning hands skill to figure out how to concentrate the fire into a solid beam (scorching ray).
He also works on improving his protective abilities, thinking through how to reverse the damaging fire he is used to in order to defend against similar attacks (resist energy).
Falco Ambersier Falco considers getting his rest in now but figures with the others away he is curious as to where they are. A quick look and he notices the Star Mage's outpost and heads that way. He has not been a member long and only met the fellows at the Taurnment booth.
Not sure if he should knock he simply walks in and introduces himself to whoever he finds. "Hi there." he sticks out a small hand "I am Falco, a pretty new member I just joined up at the Taurnment in the Taur Isles." It is at this point he realizes he does not have the gold to upgrade his membership tier. "Really just wanted to say hello and get a feel for things." The Star Mages greet you warming and welcome you into the small, picture-laden shack. Famous Star Mages stare back at you like Firn’gaer, the gnome Wizard and even Tishe’ Weaver, the Mystic Theurge. Behind the counter, where the mages stand is a portrait of Jhemesh Krenl. Along the right side are portraits of the member of the College. “You are always welcome, here.” Said a younger Manfi mage. The young Manfi take Falco’s hand and thrusts his free hand out in a “stop -like motion.” The motion can be interpreted as a young man named Seafu.
Gothruk Gore] will borrow 13 gold from the group treasury and buy two potion of remove disease. Handing them out to any diseased team mates. (Anyone who wants one shout out!) (OOC: Rolth has three, you are purchasing 2 more?) He then questions, Would this work on a Treant, one of our friends got infected before we left. “Unfortunately, our old friends cannot be helped with these vials. I don’t know much about the treants. They are a hardy group though.”
Tsak follows up after Gothruk's questions, Is this the only way you have of curing the illness? I imagine that there will be a great deal of infected that could be saved if we had a way of curing them. Wenhu says, “As far as I know, this is the only way for now. Life has a way of figuring things out.”
Finnian "I have not been infected, but it would be of great help to those who are if you could aid us in their recovery" He says in a rare moment of Diplomatic prowess. Nudging Rolth "Do you see it. WLA, they're here. Shouldn't we report to them what we have learned thus far?" [OOC, So I randomly roll for my WLA bonus and it just so happened to come up Diplomacy today. Glad to see I can put it to good use] [Perception=28] Finnian also takes sometime to search for someone who may know something of fletching. He still hasn't found the correct wood to craft a bow for himself or any of his companions. [OOC. I know that I have discussed it with Sable, but who was in the market for a bow? In case we run across some money.] The search is quite exhaustive but you find a bowman who is willing to talk.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (19/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: Eager d20+13=33 ; Saturday March 3rd, 2018 7:55:53 AM
Rolth, realizing that there are no other sick Petals, says,"I think I should drink the last potion. We don't want me turning into a giant, mutant liontaur monster. Any objections?" If not, Rolth will call on Domi's protection (burn Hero Point for +8 bonus) and quaff the final remove disease potion that same night. (Remove disease = 33, success!)
Feeling somewhat better, he summons the energy to be enthused about the WLA lodge. "Yes, Finnian, I think we should visit the WLA while we have the chance! While we're there, we can trade information, and maybe they'll buy our Taurnament tokens so that we can gear up to save the Wold." Rolth will try to sell the tokens at the WLA or to merchants in town. (If needed, Diplomacy = )
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (19/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: Eager d20+4=22 ; Saturday March 3rd, 2018 7:57:50 AM
OOC: Hit the wrong button, sorry. (Diplomacy = 22 to sell the Taurament tokens at face value or better--collector's items, after all)
Kiwina (Steve M) (18/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured Saturday March 3rd, 2018 1:24:47 PM
Looking over his funds, and estimating what he will need, Kiwina asks, "Would anyone else like to contribute towards a party healing item?" He runs down the list of purchases he needs to make in his mind. "So, Finnian, what is this association you and Rolth are a part of?"
(OOC: Unless there is a need to role-play purchasing items, I will not do that here. A wand of CLW should be 750 gp, Likewise, Kiwina will join the WLA, with some reservations, but only if they tell him that there is no conflict between belonging to the WLA and belonging to the navigator's guild back home. He certainly has no problem saying "I solemnly swear to uphold the ideals of the League, to protect the innocent and combat evil wherever I may find it," understanding those ideals to be fighting evil and protecting the innocent.)
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Saturday March 3rd, 2018 2:19:26 PM
Elyas joins the other Petals in exploring the odd little village
How strange to find a whole village in another plane! And it looks so much like any old town in our world. I guess some things are just always there!
Elyas walks over to the WLA lodge and looks around
Sable (Don) ( HP 17/30| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing Sunday March 4th, 2018 5:16:03 PM
Now that Sable is feeling better, he will stride off to the Mailed Fist to pay his dues, 200 GP, and see if he can swap his spear for a large compound bow with strength (+4). If he can, then he will go looking to purchase arrows.
Tsak (BatMark subbing for Damien) Sunday March 4th, 2018 9:28:01 PM
Tsak will join the others in doing some procurement of vital gear, maybe bolts for his deadly new crossbow, then turn in for the evening to get some rest.
(OOC: I'll defer to Damien when he returns exactly what sorts of gear he wants to buy at this point, but thought I'd put in the marker for mundane gear, so Tsak wouldn't miss this rare chance to go shopping.)
Gothruk (BatMark subbing for Logan) Sunday March 4th, 2018 9:34:56 PM
Gothruk realizes that Rolth talked Wenhu into gifting the Petals with the Remove Disease vials, so his generous offer is not needed. "It is too bad that these vials will not help our treefolk friends! I would gladly take them some, otherwise." With that, he joins his comrade Tsak in visiting the various merchants in the village, then prepares to rest for the trial to come.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+1=9 ; d20+7=15 ; Sunday March 4th, 2018 10:40:27 PM "We are part of the WLA, the Woldian League of Adventurers. They're known far and wide as a group that any adventurer can join if they pledge to fight evil." Finnian says to Kiwina. "We joined up at the beginning of the tournament. They said that they had chapter houses all over, but we've been traveling so hard lately I had forgotten there would be a chapter house here. Oh, you should join. You get a badge see," he raps proudly on his badge.
[Diplomacy=9 Appraise=15] Over at the bower Finnian peruses the mans wears and inspects his craftsmanship. "Fine work you do here. I myself am a bower by trade. I guess now I'm more of an adventurer but you never lose the love of the craft do you? Names Finnian. Who might I have the honor of addressing?" He asks the man "Do you know of anywhere that I could procure some wood for bows. I've been using this one, but my friends and I have been on the look out for exotic, or especially durable wood to make some composite bows from." He holds out his bow for the man to inspect.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Monday March 5th, 2018 7:16:08 AM
Falco is unsure how to take the fellow in the hut.
"I am not sure the proper etiquette but I was hoping to upgrade my membership if that is possible. My understanding of the arcane has increased to the point that I should be able."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Monday March 5th, 2018 11:23:12 AM
As BatMark says, Gothruk gets some rest. He's been running around a lot and the poor 1.5 tone guy is tired.
Wayawu - DM Matt Monday March 5th, 2018 8:50:04 PM
The WLA representatives were also Manfi and happy to conversate with Rolth and Finnian. Rolth managed to cure himself. The two Manfi offered 100 gp a piece for the Taurnament tokens. They offered some history on the Valleys of Twilights WLA only Highlight to display spoiler: {“Years ago, the Sargrass Plains were “destroyed” in a cataclysm of Woldsblood but in actuality, the Sargrass was moved to the Valleys of Twilight, where Maab saves creatures, plants, and places that depart the Wold. The Elder Manfri Mahyawu has called that heroes of the Wold to the Valley of Twilight that currently holds the entire Sargrass. The artifacts, once acquired and returned will be combined.”} To Kiwina the representatives welcomed him and promised he could join without any issues. “You are now an Adventurer. Here is your WLA badge, to be displayed proudly.”
To Finnian the bower told him his name is Denyhu and he searched for anything that could compare to the work weaved into Finnian’s bow. After some time he returns with with a Steelgrass Bow. “This is the only thing I have that compares to your handiwork, 300 gp? (OOC: Treat as masterwork bow but ⅓ the weight.) Falco Ambersier is unsure how to take the fellow in the hut. "I am not sure the proper etiquette but I was hoping to upgrade my membership if that is possible. My understanding of the arcane has increased to the point that I should be able." The Mages advise Falco that there is Tier 1 Journeyman CL2 for 150gp available.
Sable Now that Sable is feeling better, he will stride off to the Mailed Fist to pay his dues, 200 GP, and see if he can swap his spear for a large compound bow with strength (+4). If he can, then he will go looking to purchase arrows. The Manfi at the Mailed Fist smiled welcomed the new Specialist (Benefit- Armory) “A bow that strong, hmmm.. Give me an overnight. I will have a message delivered to you wherever Mahyawu sends you.”
Tsak will join the others in doing some procurement of vital gear, maybe bolts for his deadly new crossbow, then turn in for the evening to get some rest. “What kind of bolts are you looking for?” says a vendor.
Elyas joins the other Petals in exploring the odd little village
How strange to find a whole village in another plane! And it looks so much like any old town in our world. I guess some things are just always there!
Elyas walks over to the WLA lodge and looks around
Gothruk realizes that Rolth talked Wenhu into gifting the Petals with the Remove Disease vials, so his generous offer is not needed. "It is too bad that these vials will not help our treefolk friends! I would gladly take them some, otherwise." With that, he joins his comrade Tsak in visiting the various merchants in the village, then prepares to rest for the trial to come.
Gothruk Gore gets some rest. He's been running around a lot and the poor 1.5 tone guy is tired.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/26 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; Flat: 10; CMD: 16) | Glaive +6 1d10+7 x3 | Status: Raging (1/8) Monday March 5th, 2018 9:41:27 PM
Rolth congratulates Kiwina on joining the WLA, and welcomes Elyas' interest as well. He thanks the WLA representatives for their information on the Sargrass, and asks, "Do you know what comes next in the Manfri prophesy? 'All is Grass' but what else is to come? Do you think we need to return to the Wold immediately, or do we have time to rest first? And any idea where we can find a Rapkes or its claw?"
Having gotten what answers might be forthcoming, he will also inquire into the possibility of training as a Journeyman in the near future, then head back to the Watcher's hut to rejoin the other Petals as they trickle back in. He will share what we learned at the WLA, namely:
“Years ago, the Sargrass Plains were “destroyed” in a cataclysm of Woldsblood but in actuality, the Sargrass was moved to the Valleys of Twilight, where Maab saves creatures, plants, and places that depart the Wold. The Elder Manfri Mahyawu has called the heroes of the Wold to the Valley of Twilight that currently holds the entire Sargrass. The artifacts, once acquired and returned will be combined.”
Kiwina (Steve M) (18/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20+6=14 ; d3=2 ; d20+6=15 ; Tuesday March 6th, 2018 12:10:14 AM "I almost forgot -- you're absolutely right, Rolth. We need to learn what a rapkes is and where to find one." If Rolth didn't ask the WLA reps about the rapkes, then Kiwina will ask around and try to figure it out while there. (Roll: nature = 14, geography = 15, stray d3 = oops)
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Tuesday March 6th, 2018 6:50:24 AM
Elyas talks with Rolth and Kiwana a bit about the WLA.
What are the benefits of membership here? and how much does it cost?
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Tuesday March 6th, 2018 7:02:07 AM "Thats fine, just fine. I have the gold thanks to some recent adventures we, the Petals and I, have had. It is really quite remarkable that such novices.... you know what its not important."
Falco digs around in his pack for his coin purse and starts counting.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T12F10) 17/17HP Guisarme +4 2D6+4 Status: None Tuesday March 6th, 2018 11:35:52 AM
Gothruk is basically passed out. It's been a long time since the last safe place to rest. He dreams of Sheeptaurs jumping over a fence one by one until red stains his dream, creeping in through the grass and into the sheep mutating them. The maddening talking of the Mouther, or at least his brains recreation of it rumbles in through the ground. He sleeps uneasily after that.
(Logan filling in for Tsak) Tuesday March 6th, 2018 11:39:55 AM
Tsak, finished with gathering his gear (that will be determined when Damien returns) returns to the others. He is also curious about what a rapkes is, it sounds like a beast, and it has claws, but nothing he's aware of goes by that name. He'll listen in on Rolth's convocation with the WLA representative.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Tuesday March 6th, 2018 4:08:43 PM "It is a fine bow, but I must cut my own, it is my way," he says when presented with the bow. "good luck to you Denyhu. [b]Perhaps if we stay for longer, or return in the future, the two of us can craft together and exchange techniques."
Finnian reinforces Rolth's knowledge of the WLA but having nothing else to add, tells the others that he really should get some sleep and finds a place to rest.
Sable (Don) ( HP 17/30| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing Tuesday March 6th, 2018 6:42:11 PM
Sable will shop for arrows, looking for 40-60. He will also look for blunt arrows - about 20 - in order to do blunt (rather than piercing) damage.
Wayawu to Sargrass Plains- DM Matt Tuesday March 6th, 2018 8:53:48 PM
As soon as everyone is finished with the vendors and you are near Mahyawu’s shack the village mysteriously disappears and the shack stands alone within the plane. Mahyawu welcomes you back. He promises that the travel will rest the weariest traveler. He then plucks a single green feather from his headdress, places it on his open palm and blows it into the firepit. As the feather burns it creates a swirling portal in the smoke. Placed gently upon the Sargrass Plains there is grass as far as the eye can see. The sun burns above you and the air is dry and seems to snatch all the moisture from your breath.
------------ Rolth Niheow congratulates Kiwina on joining the WLA, and welcomes Elyas' interest as well. He thanks the WLA representatives for their information on the Sargrass, and asks, "Do you know what comes next in the Manfri prophesy? 'All is Grass' but what else is to come? Do you think we need to return to the Wold immediately, or do we have time to rest first? And any idea where we can find a Rapkes or its claw?" The representatives advise Rolth that they have no further information on that and that it is quite urgent. “We can’t argue against a days rest,” they said with a smile. “Of course, when everything calms a bit you are always welcome to train but you will have to do that on another plane.” Having gotten what answers might be forthcoming, he will also inquire into the possibility of training as a Journeyman in the near future, then head back to the Watcher's hut to rejoin the other Petals as they trickle back in. He will share what we learned at the WLA, namely: “Years ago, the Sargrass Plains were “destroyed” in a cataclysm of Woldsblood but in actuality, the Sargrass was moved to the Valleys of Twilight, where Maab saves creatures, plants, and places that depart the Wold. The Elder Manfri Mahyawu has called the heroes of the Wold to the Valley of Twilight that currently holds the entire Sargrass. The artifacts, once acquired and returned will be combined.”
Kiwina "I almost forgot -- you're absolutely right, Rolth. We need to learn what a rapkes is and where to find one." If Rolth didn't ask the WLA reps about the rapkes, then Kiwina will ask around and try to figure it out while there. (Roll: nature = 14, geography = 15, stray d3 = oops) The WLA representatives had very little information on the Rapkes and others nearby just gave you a blank look. The information, unfortunately, is limited on this Sargrass Plains native Elyas talks with Rolth and Kiwana a bit about the WLA. What are the benefits of membership here? and how much does it cost? WLA if needed Falco Ambersier "Thats fine, just fine. I have the gold thanks to some recent adventures we, the Petals and I, have had. It is really quite remarkable that such novices.... you know what it’s not important." Falco digs around in his pack for his coin purse and starts counting.
Gothruk Gore is basically passed out. It's been a long time since the last safe place to rest. He dreams of Sheeptaurs jumping over a fence one by one until red stains his dream, creeping in through the grass and into the sheep mutating them. The maddening talking of the Mouther, or at least his brains recreation of it rumbles in through the ground. He sleeps uneasily after that.
Tsak, finished with gathering his gear (that will be determined when Damien returns) returns to the others. He is also curious about what a rapkes is, it sounds like a beast, and it has claws, but nothing he's aware of goes by that name. He'll listen in on Rolth's convocation with the WLA representative. Finnian declines the bow and Sablelooks for arrows. (Ooc: Go ahead and put together a shopping list and head to the Catacombs. I know for sure you can get arrows there. Just send DMs an email once you purchase them.)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (19/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Tuesday March 6th, 2018 9:22:08 PM
As the Petals exit the portal, Rolth asks, "Wait, how will we return to you once we have completed this quest?" Answer or no, he will suggest that the Petals set up a defensive formation as they consider their next move. "Presumably, we have to find a rapkes and take its claw. I might be able to help with that last bit, but I'm no Orc Flair, Nature Boy. Anyone else got any ideas? Sure is hot in here."
(OOC: Can the DMs define "rested" from our travel? Did we get back HP or are we just not fatigued?)
Kiwina (Steve M) (18/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20+9=28 ; d20+11=26 ; Wednesday March 7th, 2018 12:34:18 AM
Kiwina examines the surrounding area, looking for anything that will distinguish one bit of grass from the others. He also looks carefully for any tracks that would indicate what, if anything, has wandered through the area and which direction it went. (Rolls: perception = 28, survival =26)
"I don't like this climate."
(OOC: Mundane purchases are handled in the Catacombs as well as specialties?)
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+4=18 ; Wednesday March 7th, 2018 3:54:38 AM
Elyas looks around at the grass and keeps an eye out for anything moving out there.
perception = 18
So is this the home of the Rapkes? does anyone know what one looks like?
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Wednesday March 7th, 2018 6:47:15 AM "Right, so I have the money. Do I need to do anything to prove that I have advanced in my studies? I am most intrested in Star Hard I and of course access to the libraries even if not a this moment."
Rested - DM Matt Wednesday March 7th, 2018 2:48:24 PM
(OOC: Can the DMs define "rested" from our travel? Did we get back HP or are we just not fatigued?)
- It is as if you had a full nights sleep and you are waking up in the morning. Even better, Restful Sleep spell as been cast on everyone.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None Wednesday March 7th, 2018 3:14:12 PM
Gothruk wakes up when the spell is cast on him and rejoins the others. He feels... really good, much better then he would have expected. Did anybody get any info on the claw, or what the thing is we should be using the claw on while I was sleeping? he asks.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Wednesday March 7th, 2018 4:59:49 PM
Ahh he says stretching his arms. Finnian hasn't felt so good in a long time. He squints in the bright l8ght and then gasps. "It's beautiful," he proclaims in a hushed voice. He kneels down and runs his hands through te saragrass. He asks Maab, the very being that moved these grasses to bless him for the day (prepares his spells).
Sable (Don) ( HP 17/30| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing d20+6=22 ; d20+4=10 ; Wednesday March 7th, 2018 7:51:20 PM
Sable takes a hard look around (Perception 22) and now that his head is clear, he tries to piece together what a Rapkes is Knowledge Nature (10). He will also drop by, before leaving, to see if the bow came in after the day’s rest...
Tsak (BatMark subbing for Damien) d20+7=27 ; Wednesday March 7th, 2018 8:39:07 PM
Tsak, refreshed by the rest, loads his crossbow and keeps sharp lookout for enemies to shoot. (Perception = 27)
Rested in the Grass - DM Matt Wednesday March 7th, 2018 9:53:09 PM
The 10-15 inch red bloodweed is long and sways slightly in a breeze that couldn’t possibly exist in this heat. Occasionally, there is a glimpse of a single yellow or purple but the red is by far an invasive majority. Your vision is greatly obstructed by the tall grass. Kiwina notices the ground is dry and water will be hard to come by. This isn’t the only thing-- Roth’s connection to Domi and Finnian’s connection to Maab seems so much closer. In fact, divine casters find that their cure and inflict spells are more potent. [OOC: Reroll 1s AND 2s] Also, being in the outer planes, you cannot summon elemental or fey creatures at all. But you can summon outer planar creatures more easily -- casting time just one standard action -- and such creatures gain an extra hit point per die. Non-divine casters with supernatural or spell-like abilities find that the save DC for all these powers is increased by +2. Bloodwitches find that the DC to draw woldsblood each morning is 5 less than usual. All non BW divine casters gain one new spell or spell slot of the highest level they can cast. There is a -2 circumstance penalty to draw on Woldsblood. (OOC: Let me know if you qualify for one of the above. Just a small note)
Falco Ambersier "Right, so I have the money. Do I need to do anything to prove that I have advanced in my studies? I am most intrested in Star Hard I and of course access to the libraries even if not a this moment." The mages advise Falco that studies are always recommended but for Start Heart I there is no further action needed. Just the guild cost.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +5 1d8+4 x2 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=25 ; Thursday March 8th, 2018 6:55:32 AM
Rolth looks around grimly, muttering prayers to Domi. At least those seem to have special resonance here! Keeping an eye out for trouble (Perception =25), Rolth asks his fellow Petals, "So, do we have any idea where a rapkes lairs or hunts? What does it eat--other than taur-flesh--that we might use to lure one out? And in the meantime, do we have a means to find or make water? If we are here for some time, that could prove a challenge."
(OOC: Don't forget to heal up to 6hp of damage from the Restful Sleep!)
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d8+1=5 ; d8+1=5 ; d8+1=6 ; Thursday March 8th, 2018 7:03:41 AM
Kiwina looks at the condition of the party members, and decides this is a good time for some cures. He takes out the wand he found in that strange village, and applies it to himself. Then he hands it to Sable.
(Three CLWs, bringing Kiwina up to full HP after the restful sleep effect.)
(OOC: Rolth was 19/28, then 25/26, then 19/28 again.)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Thursday March 8th, 2018 7:10:37 AM "Thank you. I would love to stay and study but I need to make sure my group is not ready to move on. Thank you for the help."
Satisfied he heads back to the others.
[ooc: Do I need to actually make the transaction in the Catacombs or can I just update sheet now?]
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=23 ; Thursday March 8th, 2018 9:30:06 AM
(Gothruk doesn't qualify for any of the changes for being on the new plane)
We should look for a safe place so we can plan out our next movements. Gothruk looks for anything on the horizon in each direction can he see anything but the grass? Perception = 1d20+6 = 23
"Well they're huge half horse half raptors, so i doubt it's hiding in this grass. Searching for a lair or trying to bait it are both great ideas. I wonder what do they eat and where do they live...?" Finnian ponders aloud. [ooc earlier I rolled a 26 and now a 25.do I know any of these answers.]
" Would anyone object to me doing some scouting, or would anyone want to go with?"
Tsak (BatMark subbing for Damien) Thursday March 8th, 2018 7:25:39 PM
Tsak continues to keep a sharp eye out for trouble as the others try to sort out the situation. He isn't so sure that something nasty couldn't sneak up through this grass...
Sargrass Plains Part One- DM Matt 12:00 - 36 hr clock d20=14 ; Thursday March 8th, 2018 8:27:33 PM Finnian only Highlight to display spoiler: { There is very little information about the rapkes. It is very hard to parse anything from within the grasses but there is a great bridge somewhere within the Plains } Talks of rapke but is there something outside your small circe. Gothruk notices a noise somewhere in the grasses but it’s too far away to make anything out of it. It then disappears completely. Was it really there?
Where do you go, how do you get there? The grass near you is ten foot. Is there anyone tall enough to see over the grasses?
(Reminder: Moving through the grass takes special care. Moving through it at speeds greater than half your movement takes 1d6 damage for each 5 foot square of movement. Think of it as being under the effects of a permanent entangle spell enhanced by plant growth with spikes (DC 18) for reflex saves, strength checks and escape artist checks. A new save is allowed every 10 minutes of travel.
Sargrass Plains Part One- DM Matt 12:00 - 36 hr clock d20=14 ; Thursday March 8th, 2018 8:27:33 PM Finnian only Highlight to display spoiler: { There is very little information about the rapkes. It is very hard to parse anything from within the grasses but there is a great bridge somewhere within the Plains } Talks of rapke but is there something outside your small circe. Gothruk notices a noise somewhere in the grasses but it’s too far away to make anything out of it. It then disappears completely. Was it really there?
Where do you go, how do you get there? The grass near you is ten foot. Is there anyone tall enough to see over the grasses?
(Reminder: Moving through the grass takes special care. Moving through it at speeds greater than half your movement takes 1d6 damage for each 5 foot square of movement. Think of it as being under the effects of a permanent entangle spell enhanced by plant growth with spikes (DC 18) for reflex saves, strength checks and escape artist checks. A new save is allowed every 10 minutes of travel.
Go Forth And Find
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured Thursday March 8th, 2018 9:53:40 PM "I think we should stick together," Kiwina says. "Which way do you want to head? I suggest Gothruk lead us towards what he heard."
Sable (Don) ( HP 29/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: d8+1=4 ; d8+1=5 ; d8+1=3 ; Friday March 9th, 2018 2:14:42 AM
Sable takes the wand and takes three charges, healing for a total of 12 up to 29 out of 31 and hands it back. Sable will contribute 100 GP towards its purchase. He then draws his greatsword and will take point (OOC - I will provide a link to my updated character sheet once item procurements are resolved).
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+4=23 ; Friday March 9th, 2018 5:51:24 AM
Elyas will also contribute 100gp towards the wand purchase.
He looks around as best as he can in the tall grass, looking for a tree, or visible high ground, or any other way to get above the grass and figure out what direction to go next. Perception = 23.
OOC - Is there any way to cut or burn our way through the grass to help alleviate the movement and/or sight penalties? Elyas has a bit of fire damage, but not a ton.
If no one knows where we are, perhaps we should just pick a direction and trust in fate to get us where we need to go?
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +5 1d8+4 x2 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=28 ; Friday March 9th, 2018 6:47:30 AM
Rolth offers to boost one of the smaller Petals up to take a look out over the surface of the sea of grass. He will also train his sharp ears to see if he can pick up on whatever Gothruk briefly heard. (Perception = 28) Unless those efforts yield some clues, he agrees that they should head in the direction of the sound that Gothruk heard, moving slowly and carefully to avoid injury from the grass.
(OOC: My current HP total is correct, 25 of 28, sorry for the mistakes one of my earlier headers. Also Rolth will chip in 100gp for the CLW wand that Kiwina bought for the party.)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Friday March 9th, 2018 6:49:31 AM
Falco contemplates the grass and is immediatly the happiness form advancing with the Star Mage Guild is lost.
"I am going to very though moving though this stuff. This is not designed for halflings."
He gives a weak smile at the others. "As soon as I can work out how to fly I will but it will be some time."
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=20 ; d20+10=17 ; Friday March 9th, 2018 8:23:46 AM
Finnian hands Kiwina a stack of coims (125). "That was quite the smart purchase, it should be of great benefit to us all" he says and then turns to Rolth. "Here, boost me up. Perhaps I'll be able to see more from up there.[Perception=20,Survival=17]. Looking for trails or tracks that we could follow.
-note Finnian qualified for the extra spell slot and the re reroll of 1s and 2s for his CLW
[b] These plains don't seem like they've seen rain in ages, perhaps the Rapke can be lured out by the temptation of water. But we must be weary of other creatures that may come to drink as well. I hear that some are quite large."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None Friday March 9th, 2018 9:00:57 AM
Gothruk will also boost one of the smaller party members up if they want. The more who can see where we're going the better. There may have been something over there, I'm not really sure.... He'll start leading the group on that direction unless one of the ones who is being held above the grass indicates otherwise. [b]We may have water now but it should be used sparingly, we don't know when we'll be able to restoke.[b/]
Tsak (BatMark subbing for Damien) d20+7=22 ; Friday March 9th, 2018 6:39:30 PM
Tsak will take up Gothruk on his offer to get boosted up to look around. Once up, he looks for threats and any terrain features or habitations in sight. (Perception = 22)
Sable (Don) ( HP 29/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: d20+8=19 ; Friday March 9th, 2018 7:29:12 PM
Sable will also look for a path through the grassland (Track roll = 19). (Favored Terrain, survival check)
Sargrass Plains Part One- DM Matt 12:00 - 36 hr clock d20=5 ; d20=19 ; d20=5 ; Friday March 9th, 2018 8:19:25 PM
OOC - Is there any way to cut or burn our way through the grass to help alleviate the movement and/or sight penalties? Elyas has a bit of fire damage, but not a ton. (DM - Reflex Save: 18 - if you beat then then you can walk through it without taking a -1 HP) (DM: Updated post - cannot destroy grass) (Note: There may be other ways to head through the grass that do not involve trying to destroy it.) Finninan volunteers to take a better look after a boost from one of the Taurs. He is able to see a huge field of colored grasses. To the East is the mast of a boat, this is at least one-hundred feet away. North, are Crystal Mountains, several miles away. West, is the top of several cross-hatched homes. These homes are closest at fifty feet from you The last thing you notice is that the sun seems to be stuck a little after noon. If you are a centaur or a liontaur you are able to confirm the mast on the East side. If you are not then a quick search near you reveals 14 slants of wood hidden within the grass. (Reflex Save: 18 - 1 roll per round)
--------- Kiwina "I think we should stick together," Kiwina says. "Which way do you want to head? I suggest Gothruk lead us towards what he heard."
Sable takes the wand and takes three charges, healing for a total of 12 up to 29 out of 31 and hands it back. Sable will contribute 100 GP towards its purchase. He then draws his greatsword and will take point (OOC - I will provide a link to my updated character sheet once item procurements are resolved). (DM - No worries.. Just making sure I give you the right answer)
Elyas will also contribute 100gp towards the wand purchase. He looks around as best as he can in the tall grass, looking for a tree, or visible high ground, or any other way to get above the grass and figure out what direction to go next. Perception = 23. If no one knows where we are, perhaps we should just pick a direction and trust in fate to get us where we need to go?
Rolth offers to boost one of the smaller Petals up to take a look out over the surface of the sea of grass. He will also train his sharp ears to see if he can pick up on whatever Gothruk briefly heard. (Perception = 28) Unless those efforts yield some clues, he agrees that they should head in the direction of the sound that Gothruk heard, moving slowly and carefully to avoid injury from the grass. (OOC: My current HP total is correct, 25 of 28, sorry for the mistakes one of my earlier headers. Also Rolth will chip in 100gp for the CLW wand that Kiwina bought for the party.)
Falco contemplates the grass and is immediately the happiness from advancing with the Star Mage Guild is lost. "I am going to very thought moving though this stuff. This is not designed for halflings."
He gives a weak smile at the others. "As soon as I can work out how to fly I will but it will be some time."
Finnian hands Kiwina a stack of coims (125). "That was quite the smart purchase, it should be of great benefit to us all" he says and then turns to Rolth. "Here, boost me up. Perhaps I'll be able to see more from up there.[Perception=20,Survival=17]. Looking for trails or tracks that we could follow.
-note Finnian qualified for the extra spell slot and the re reroll of 1s and 2s for his CLW (OOC: Can you note your header - maybe with EXTRA)
These plains don't seem like they've seen rain in ages, perhaps the Rapke can be lured out by the temptation of water. But we must be weary of other creatures that may come to drink as well. I hear that some are quite large."
Gothruk will also boost one of the smaller party members up if they want. The more who can see where we're going the better. There may have been something over there, I'm not really sure.... He'll start leading the group on that direction unless one of the ones who is being held above the grass indicates otherwise. [b]We may have water now but it should be used sparingly, we don't know when we'll be able to restoke.[b/]
Sable (Don) ( HP 29/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Saturday March 10th, 2018 2:52:15 AM ”What do you think these boards are used for? Holding the grass down to make a path?”, asks Sable. He will go over and take a look at one and experiment and try and lay it over the grass or push it aside...
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +5 1d8+4 x2 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Saturday March 10th, 2018 10:03:29 AM
Rolth says, "Ohhh, very clever, Sable!" Then noticing the masts, the sailor in him is instantly intrigued. "What would a ship be doing out here in a sea of grass.""Wait! Sea. Of. Grass. How cool would it be if this dense mass of grass really were a sea, and that ship could actually cross it? Why else would it be here? I want to go that way and check it out!"
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Sunday March 11th, 2018 10:45:10 AM
Elyas watches with interest as Sable tries to use the boards to split the grass. That's a great idea! slow going, but if it means getting through without hurting ourselves it's perfect
He listens to the report from thos that can see over the grasses.
It seems to me we should head for the buildings. If there are people living there they could give us information or even point us in the direction of a Rapkes. if nothing else, it's the closest option.
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured Sunday March 11th, 2018 12:17:04 PM
Kiwina is also intrigued by the masts. Do they happen to lie in the direction the noise came from?
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Sunday March 11th, 2018 9:08:34 PM "they both seem to be interesting destinations, but I think the bulidings could provide more information. They may even be able to tellbus what those masts and ship for.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Monday March 12th, 2018 4:04:58 AM
Tsak, re-adjusting the new backpack he bought to help him carry his accumulating 'stuff' (including 3 new quivers of bolts) hands Kiwina 95 GP as his share for the purchase of the wand. I agree with Finnian that we check out the huts, hopefully the ships will wait till later. Can those boards be tied to our feet? Would that help in getting thru the grass more quickly, maybe something like snow shoes? Let's check the huts and see how the natives use them.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Monday March 12th, 2018 6:38:48 AM
Like several of the others Falco also chips in 100gp for the wand knowing the value of being able to heal.
"The huts might be good, we cannot be the first people vexed by traveling in the grass. If you live here you would have developed a way to get about."
Maybe I should have asked in the guild building.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=10 ; Monday March 12th, 2018 12:13:50 PM
Gothruk will chip in 100 gold towards the wand. It seems that more people want to go towards the houses than the boat. Since that is closer and will likely have information on the boat if there is anyone there, He'll start leading the group in that direction, using the planks to spread the grass out of or path. (Assuming that works.) Otherwise we'll be moving half speed. He'll also keep an eye out for what he might have seen before. Perception 1D20+6=10
Sable (Don) ( HP 29/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Monday March 12th, 2018 3:14:54 PM
New Sable Link...
Sargrass Plains Part One- DM Matt 12:30 - 36 hr clock d20=6 ; d20=13 ; d20=13 ; Monday March 12th, 2018 9:57:00 PM
Sable and Elyas are interested in the planks
Finnian asks if the boards can be tied to your feet and votes to head to the buildings. Elyas, Tsak, Falco and Finnian talk of heading to the buildings.
Kiwina wonders if the noises came from near the ship but whatever is making the noise seems to be beside the group. Perception vs DC 13 Highlight to display spoiler: { A second simular noise. It’s a rustling within the grasses from the opposite side. (Perception DC 25) to figure out what it is… } Perception vs DC 13 - Taller members Highlight to display spoiler: { You notice some of the grass moving within 10 feet. It’s near impossible to make out what is moving the grass but something is there. } (Perception DC 25) only Highlight to display spoiler: { creature spoiler - delivered via email. Feel free to email me or wait if you succeed }
Rolth Niheow wants to head toward the ship.
Gothruk votes to head to the houses and begins to weave his way through the grass. The grass is thick and tall. It’s easier to use the planks but it doesn’t help you move much faster. (Reflex Save DC 18 to travel through the grasses without issue.) -- The tall grass falls under the 3-foot long plank of wood, leaving a 2-foot wide path.
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20+9=22 ; d20+9=22 ; d20+9=24 ; d20+5=8 ; Monday March 12th, 2018 10:18:19 PM
(Rolls: perception = 22, 22, 24 -- not sure whether one or three were needed; reflex = 8)
That's not a very wide path, Kiwina thinks, resigning himself to moving slowly. Kiwina starts to move between the nearby noise and the smaller party members, but quickly finds himself in trouble in the grass.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=10 ; Tuesday March 13th, 2018 6:48:40 AM
{Perception: 10}
Watching Gorthruk move though the grass Falco sighs.
"I will wait here. If I am going to get sliced up by this grass I will wait until we have a more definitive plan."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x2 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=23 ; Tuesday March 13th, 2018 7:04:17 AM
Rolth looks to see how quickly the grass springs back up when the board is removed. "If the grass returns only slowly to its original height, perhaps we could use several adjacent boards at once to pave the way, move through the covered area, then pick up the boards and pass them to the front of the party. Then repeat as necessary to get to the village." He says this last with a disappointed look back in the direction of the ship.
Noticing the movement in the grass, he readies his glaive and cries out, "Who is there? We hear you, show yourself!" (Perception = 23)
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 17; Touch:13; Flat: 14; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:Shield d20+4=22 ; Tuesday March 13th, 2018 9:59:12 AM
Elyas hears something moving outside of their immediate area. It sounds like several things are moving around us. Or one thing moving very fast. It may be dangerous, everyone be on your guard!"
Elyas will follow the larger party members if possible, trying to fit on the boards behind them.
in expectation of a fight, Elyas casts Shield on himself.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=23 ; Tuesday March 13th, 2018 10:48:45 AM
Gothruk will be moving at half speed, being careful not to cut himself on the grass. He readies his Guisarme when Rolth yells out, peering in-between the grass. Perception 1D20+6=23
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=20 ; d20+9=15 ; d8+2=4 ; Tuesday March 13th, 2018 11:16:25 AM
Finnian also hears the noise coming from a mere 10 ft. away. He readies his bow and aims at the area that he hears the rustling coming from.
"Something is out there, and it's close" He says in a hushed voice.
He readies an action to fire if what comes out is an obvious beast trying to attack them. [Attack=15, Damage=4]
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=21 ; Tuesday March 13th, 2018 5:09:57 PM
(Perception=21) Tsak readies his crossbow and faces 'outward'.
Sable (Don) ( HP 6/23| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Needs Healing d20+4=8 ; Tuesday March 13th, 2018 8:24:02 PM
Fort Save - 8
”Darn it, right in the eye.”
Sable takes a 5 foot step back and goes into a total defensive stance...
Sable (Don) ( HP 29/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Tuesday March 13th, 2018 8:25:36 PM
Ignore the faux Sable!
Sable will switch to Longbow...
Sargrass Plains Part One- DM Matt 12:30 - 36 hr clock Tuesday March 13th, 2018 9:09:26 PM
Rolth Niheow looks to see how quickly the grass springs back up when the board is removed. "If the grass returns only slowly to its original height, perhaps we could use several adjacent boards at once to pave the way, move through the covered area, then pick up the boards and pass them to the front of the party. Then repeat as necessary to get to the village." He says this last with a disappointed look back in the direction of the ship.
Noticing the movement in the grass, he readies his glaive and cries out, "Who is there? We hear you, show yourself!" (Perception = 23)
Elyas Elyas hears something moving outside of their immediate area. It sounds like several things are moving around us. Or one thing moving very fast. It may be dangerous, everyone be on your guard!"
Elyas will follow the larger party members if possible, trying to fit on the boards behind them. in expectation of a fight, Elyas casts Shield on himself.
Gothruk will be moving at half speed, being careful not to cut himself on the grass. He readies his Guisarme when Rolth yells out, peering in-between the grass. Perception 1D20+6=23 Finnian also hears the noise coming from a mere 10 ft. away. He readies his bow and aims at the area that he hears the rustling coming from. "Something is out there, and it's close" He says in a hushed voice. He readies an action to fire if what comes out is an obvious beast trying to attack them. [Attack=15, Damage=4]
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Kiwina (Rolls: perception = 22, 22, 24 -- not sure whether one or three were needed; reflex = 8) (Ooc: I would of taken either way)
That's not a very wide path, Kiwina thinks, resigning himself to moving slowly. Kiwina starts to move between the nearby noise and the smaller party members, but quickly finds himself in trouble in the grass. While weaving through the grass an array of thorns tear into his hand (-1 hp) While Sable gets a smack in the eye (-1 hp)
-- Once the grass is down it stays down. The difficult task is avoiding the prickly members of the grass family.
Falco Ambersier wishes to wait within the grass. The noises stop but the anxiousness remains as a chill fills the air… as if something is watching you. The noise increased then stopped. The really perceptive members notice a greenish tail weaving in and out of the grass. It then disappear, as does the noise. Rolth’s shouts seems to of caused them to think twice. (OOC: Roll a reflex save (DC: 18) - it’s good for 2 rounds. It will tell me how you do in the grass.) Gothruk moves 15 feet through the jungle of tall grass.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (24/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x2 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=17 ; Tuesday March 13th, 2018 9:17:40 PM
Rolth will join the others slowly moving toward the village. He will keep his pace down to that of those less fleet of paw. "Hey, I think I've got the trick of this...Ouch!" (Reflex save = 17, fail; 1hp damage)
Kiwina (Steve M) (39/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20+5=21 ; Tuesday March 13th, 2018 9:47:10 PM
Moving with what he feels is exaggerated slowness, Kiwina moves to pick up one of the planks. Better to move slowly and carefully than to get cut up, he thinks. (Roll: reflex = 21)
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant d20+5=11 ; d20+8=26 ; Wednesday March 14th, 2018 3:07:45 AM
Sable tries to move through the grass, but he is just too large to avoid cuts - Reflex 11, -1 damage. Even so, he tries to keep watch (Perception 26).
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 17; Touch:13; Flat: 14; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:Shield d20+4=9 ; Wednesday March 14th, 2018 3:57:23 AM
Elyas moves up slowly, trying to avoid the cutting grass, but he stumbles taking a cut (reflex = 9)
(OOC is it one point of damage every time we fail a save? I looked back but I must be missing where the details were spelled out...)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+4=22 ; d20+4=6 ; Wednesday March 14th, 2018 7:17:30 AM
Resigned to being cut at some point Falco decides braving the grass with his party is better then finding out what is in the grass by himself. He quickly joins the train of people using the boards. {Reflex: 22 / 6}
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None Wednesday March 14th, 2018 12:39:51 PM
(OOC there seems to be some confusion, it was my understanding that you could move at half speed and not have to make Reflex saves, other seem to be moving at half speed AND trying to make saves/taking damage)
Gothruk stands still, on some boards, nostrils flairing as he awaits an attack, his hearing primed to make sure it isn't able to sneak behind him.
If they're moving fast through the grass they must have sone natural resistance to it. He thinks to himself. I wonder how they find food since sight is so useless in this grass.
(attack readied for any sudden aggressive creature getting within range)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+6=22 ; Wednesday March 14th, 2018 3:48:38 PM
[ooc, I was of the same understanding as Gothruk, that half speed was okay incase I'm wrong my reflex save is a 22]
Not sure if he saw what he thinks he saw Finnian racks his brain for something with a green tail that lives in the grasses as he slowly makes his way to the village with his bow at the ready.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+7=9 ; Wednesday March 14th, 2018 7:30:32 PM
(reflex save if required=9) Tsak moves slowly with the others. It's not easy, staying on the board, not getting cut by the grass and being ready for ambush all at the same time...
Sargrass Plains Part Two- DM Matt 12:30 - 36 hr clock d20=17 ; d20=3 ; d20=13 ; Wednesday March 14th, 2018 8:38:17 PM
(OOC: I read it different but going off of Cayzle’s DM’ing in Moons, disregard. Also, you are doing a great job pushing the grass down. Let’s compromise and roll Reflex saves for RP only.. If you choose) The push forward is dreadful. The sun, moves backward - back toward where it normally rises. That sun beats down. The dry ground doesn’t help. The grass begins to thin as the small thatched homes appear. Perception vs DC: 13 Highlight to display spoiler: { reveals that the thatched homes are taller than they appear, but you notice that the ground has been dug up around the home. With a little digging it reveals the walls go down into the ground.} There are three, all with large, taur-like doors on a small frames. The first door is open slightly. The grass has been removed from around the houses. A burnt ring around the outside grass with a pile cut Sargrass in a corner on the left. (OOC: I am also correcting my view on burning and cutting the grasses) Perception vs DC: 17 Highlight to display spoiler: { On the right there is a path beaten into the grass. This path is big enough for two taurs to walk easily. }
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x2 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=23 ; Wednesday March 14th, 2018 9:24:24 PM
Rolth takes a careful look around as the party column reaches the village, and points out the path leading off to the north. He looks around for signs of life. Any cook fires in sight? How dried out does the cut grass look? (Perception = 23)
Kiwina (Steve M) (39/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20+9=14 ; Wednesday March 14th, 2018 10:14:04 PM
(Roll: perception = 14)
As the party enters the clearing, Kiwina gives a loud, "Hello." Better to let anyone know they are here than be perceived as sneaking around.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 14/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=23 ; d20+6=26 ; Wednesday March 14th, 2018 11:52:16 PM
(Perception vs DC13=23 Pass, Perception vs DC17=26 Pass) (OOC What's RP in relation to the Reflex saves comment? Role Playing?)
Tsak scans the huts, noting they are quite tall and also that they are partially dug in, whether to house taurs or for defense isn't immediately obvious. It must mean that it rains very little here, because they would fill with water easily.
He also see's a wide path thru the grass leading North toward the mountains and decides to keep a lookout in that direction whilst Kiwina establishes cordial relations with the natives.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Wednesday March 14th, 2018 11:55:55 PM
(OOC updating my HP from time spent healing in the village earlier)
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant d20+7=15 ; Thursday March 15th, 2018 2:15:07 AM
Sable follows the party into the village and looks for tracks. Survival (18 adding in Plains and Ranger tracking Bonuses)
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 17; Touch:13; Flat: 14; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:Shield d20+4=23 ; Thursday March 15th, 2018 5:33:31 AM
Perception 23
Elyas notices the path cut into the grass leading away from the village and points it out to the others. Looks like someone has cut through the grass, which means it has likely been here for some time, not as new as the grass we saw in our island.
He will move up with the group, watching for movement coming from behind them in the grass while the more diplomatic members try to make contact with any residents.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Thursday March 15th, 2018 6:54:32 AM
Seeing the cut grass Falco quickly picks up a blade or two to examine. Looking them over he smiles and slips the two pieces into his pack.
"Be nice to get some time to exain this grass move closely."
Turning to the houses he simply yells.
"HELLO!! ANYONE HOME? HELLO, HALING WHO WANTS TO TALK OUT HERE."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=14 ; d20+6=16 ; Thursday March 15th, 2018 1:06:01 PM
Perception for first check = 14, Pass Perception for second check = 16, Fail
Gothruk walks into the clearing, as the other yell out, he glances behind, into the grass to make sure they didn't attract any unwanted attention.
Other then that he waits, if no response is forthcoming he'll move towards the closest hut with it's door open and peer inside.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=20 ; d20+11=28 ; Thursday March 15th, 2018 8:12:29 PM
[Perception=20] "I wonder if they are below ground level to keep cooler, this heat is quite sweltering." Finnian adds upon noticing that part of the homes are buried. He then heads over to Falco and takes a look at the grass. This place is quite fascinating isn't it. I've heard that there are nearly 50 different types of grasses here."[/b] He stoops down and examines the grass that Falco had pocketed. "You are right this should be studied in more depth when we have more time." Finnian also takes a few of the grass clippings. If time allows he would also like to examine the huts to see what the walls and roof are made of.
[Knowledge Nature 28]
Sargrass Plains Part Two- DM Matt 12:30 - 36 hr clock Thursday March 15th, 2018 9:27:07 PM
The shouting seems to of scared off whatever creatures were stalking the Petals. The really perceptive members of the group can confirm that. Falco and Finnian take a couple pieces of the grass laying in the pile as the others inspect the home. Finnian finds that the blades of grass in the pile are the same as the grass weaved within the thatched roofs. Finnian finds this is Steel grass. The grass has been known to have many helpful properties in weapons and armor. The shouting does scare up a new commotion within the first home. Several items fell and crashed. The noise sounds like the pitter patter of little feet.. A few of them.
Sable finds a large group of large humanoid tracks leaving the homes and heading out toward the ship. They tracks seem to be of what knocked down the path in the grass. After some further inspection they look like minotaur tracks. Gothruk looks inside the closest home. The large door creaks slowly as it opens under its own weight.
Several large rats scatter as you get a full view of the scene within the home. Gothruk only Highlight to display spoiler: {} A minotaur lies upon the floor of the home. He is armored but this minotaur isn’t like other taurs. The minotaur has brown, brittle-looking vines wrapping his arms and legs. Above his head a mess of dried twigs and dying leaves. If you look further, you notice the minotaur has a massive head wound and looks like he was beaten to death.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x2 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=30 ; Thursday March 15th, 2018 9:50:28 PM "Hey, that steelgrass might be worth something, Finnian and Falco. If you agree, perhaps we should load up some more to take with us?" If the steelgrass does seem valuable, Rolth will carefully pack a goodly amount in his backpack. After that, he will keep an eye out for a return of the stalkers in the grass. (Perception = 30)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=14 ; Thursday March 15th, 2018 10:20:26 PM
(Perception =14) Tsak heads toward the first home and gestures for Falco to join him. He figures that the halfling might be the least intimidating and won't scare those who are inside. The plan is that you do the talking, but I'll only be half a step away should you need me he says before retreating slightly with sword held loosely at side and his best used cart salesman grin plastered on his face. Tsak is solely focussed on what happens inside the hut, particularly if someone answers the door.
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant Friday March 16th, 2018 1:34:58 AM
Sable would also like sufficient steel grass to make sime light armour and will take enough for a suit and to weave into a buckler.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 17; Touch:13; Flat: 14; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:Shield d20+4=24 ; Friday March 16th, 2018 5:48:15 AM
Elyas looks around the outside of the building while Falco and Tsak check out the interior. He looks for any additional tracks, bodies or signs of fighting.
(perception 24)
he keeps an eye on the door as the others enter, ready to run over and help if something goes down
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Friday March 16th, 2018 7:24:54 AM
Falco nods at Task and moves to follow but first picks up some more of the grass.
"Be right there, this might be useful when i have time to make some things.."
Once he has a reasonable amount he gestures to the others to gather what they can and heads with Tsak he heads to the door a big smile on his face ready to talk.
Kiwina (Steve M) (39/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20+12=19 ; Friday March 16th, 2018 10:38:56 AM
Kiwina looks at the tracks, trying to estimate how many creatures there were and how recently they left. (roll: survival = 19) If they really were headed for the ship, which is still in the area, then they might very well still be in the area.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None Friday March 16th, 2018 2:25:46 PM
Gothruk calls out to the others, There's a dead body in here! Taur. Armoured, looks like he took a beating to the head...
Ooc how is this Minotaur "isn't like other taurs"?
When he hears the scampering he'll try and run around to the edge of the house so he can see out behind it, and what might be running away. He'll ready himself to pull his head back incase something comes flying towards him.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=24 ; Friday March 16th, 2018 8:41:07 PM
Like the others Finnian will take some steel grass with every intention of finding someone who can teach him to weave.
Upon seeing the commotion from Gothruk Finnian will whip around and draw an arrow, searching for yet another unseen enemy. [Perception 24]
Sargrass Plains Part Two- DM Matt 12:30 - 36 hr clock Friday March 16th, 2018 10:16:48 PM
Gothruk calls out to the others, There's a dead body in here! Taur. Armoured, looks like he took a beating to the head... Ooc how is this Minotaur "isn't like other taurs"? (The taur is a Bramble minotaur. He is half plant.)
When he hears the scampering he'll try and run around to the edge of the house so he can see out behind it, and what might be running away. He'll ready himself to pull his head back in case something comes flying towards him. Gothruk notices they are only rats, thin dehydrated rats. Once Gothruk leaves the doorway it leaves the bloody scene in view of the others. The scene shows a minotaur plant hybrid lying upon the room floor. The room was a mess and a large fight had broken out.
"Hey, that steelgrass might be worth something, Finnian and Falco. If you agree, perhaps we should load up some more to take with us?" If the steelgrass does seem valuable, Rolth will carefully pack a goodly amount in his backpack. After that, he will keep an eye out for a return of the stalkers in the grass. (Perception = 30) Sable would also like sufficient steel grass to make some light armour and will take enough for a suit and to weave into a buckler. But Sable recalls that the grass is only valuable as a weapon or armor. The grass itself is worth nothing. The Manfri though have the skills and tools to work with the grass.
Kiwina looks at the tracks, trying to estimate how many creatures there were and how recently they left. (roll: survival = 19) If they really were headed for the ship, which is still in the area, then they might very well still be in the area. (Kiwina finds eight to ten separate tracks heading SouthEast toward the ship.) ------------ Tsak heads toward the first home and gestures for Falco to join him. He figures that the halfling might be the least intimidating and won't scare those who are inside. The plan is that you do the talking, but I'll only be half a step away should you need me he says before retreating slightly with sword held loosely at side and his best used cart salesman grin plastered on his face. Tsak is solely focussed on what happens inside the hut, particularly if someone answers the door. Elyas looks around the outside of the building while Falco and Tsak check out the interior. He looks for any additional tracks, bodies or signs of fighting. he keeps an eye on the door as the others enter, ready to run over and help if something goes down Falco nods at Task and moves to follow but first picks up some more of the grass. "Be right there, this might be useful when i have time to make some things.." Once he has a reasonable amount he gestures to the others to gather what they can and heads with Tsak he heads to the door a big smile on his face ready to talk.
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant d20+5=18 ; d20+10=20 ; Saturday March 17th, 2018 2:52:14 AM
Sable will come inside to inspect the body, try and assess how it died, and see what of value or interest might be on it (Heal check 18, Perception 20)
Kiwina (Steve M) (39/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20+9=10 ; Saturday March 17th, 2018 10:46:48 AM
Kiwina asks the others, "Has the body been stripped of valuables?" Meanwhile, he goes over where the beaten path enters the clearing, and watches for movement coming back towards the party. Just in case the minotaurs are chasing something else and decide to return. (Roll: perception = natural 1, gah)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x2 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=16 ; Saturday March 17th, 2018 4:12:30 PM
Rolth nods as Kiwina joins him in keeping lookout for trouble in the direction of the ship. He also looks to see whether he can see the ship itself down the cleared path through the grass. If so, what condition is it in, and what activity is happening on board or nearby? (Perception = 16)
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Sunday March 18th, 2018 7:53:26 AM
Finishing his circuit of the huts, Elyas comes back to the hut with the dead Taur in it.
Well, I don't think we'll be getting much help in this village after all. We should check and see if there are any supplies to be gathered, but it seems that it may be time to move on to that ship.
But I'm pretty sure something is still out there, watching us. We should be ready for anything....
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Sunday March 18th, 2018 11:11:44 PM
If there is sound or movement from inside the hut Tsak will stay where he is. If no-one answers the door he will move and knock on the door of the third hut.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=21 ; Sunday March 18th, 2018 11:14:56 PM
Finnian joins Tsak in inspecting the other huts. However, if there is no answer he will check the doors, enter if they are unlocked and take a look around.
[perception=21 to search the huts]
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=18 ; Monday March 19th, 2018 7:12:07 AM
Falco follows along with Tsak going door to door and listening. He not only listens but spends some time looking for other signs of life. If there is none he will try the door.
{Perception: 18}
Sargrass Plains Part Three- DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock d20=7 ; d20=8 ; d20=2 ; Monday March 19th, 2018 9:26:02 PM
The day creeps on. The sun rolls halfway across the sky then sets in the location that it rose. The group finds that the taur is quite dead, beyond any hope of healing. There are signs of a struggle but if you look closely you also discover the signs of Sargrass sickness on the corpse.
The dead taur wears has a vial of alchemist's fire; He wears large +1 chainmail. A large heavy wooden Steelgrass woven shield and large +1 battleaxe. Sitting near a crude sink is a large light +1 crossbow with 20 bolts Outside, the other homes are all empty. There are no armor or weapons within these. You do notice the same disheveled look in these as is in the first home. Within one, there are broken furniture and further signs of a struggle. You also see traces of blood scattered in various places around this settlement. Outside only - Perception vs DC 7 Highlight to display spoiler: {Outside the home the noise picks up again. Something is rustling through the grass.} Outside only - Perception vs DC 8 Highlight to display spoiler: { A scream can barely be heard from near the boat} Specifications on the steelgrass shield: Highlight to display spoiler: { A large heavy steelgrass shield has grants a +2 shield bonus to armor class; has no armor check penalty or maximum dexterity bonus; has a 5% arcane spell failure check and a weighs 7 lbs. } ------ Sable will come inside to inspect the body, try and assess how it died, and see what of value or interest might be on it (Heal check 18, Perception 20)
Kiwina the others, "Has the body been stripped of valuables?" Meanwhile, he goes over where the beaten path enters the clearing, and watches for movement coming back towards the party. Just in case the minotaurs are chasing something else and decide to return. Too distracted by other concerns he notices nothing of any significance.
Rolth nods as Kiwina joins him in keeping lookout for trouble in the direction of the ship. He also looks to see whether he can see the ship itself down the cleared path through the grass. If so, what condition is it in, and what activity is happening on board or nearby?
Finishing his circuit of the huts, Elyas comes back to the hut with the dead Taur in it and comments that in the absence of any help from this village the Petals should check for supplies then proceed to the ship. He warns caution as something is still out there...
If there is sound or movement from inside the hut Tsak will stay where he is. If no-one answers the door he will move and knock on the door of the third hut.
Finnian joins Tsak in inspecting the other huts. However, if there is no answer he will check the doors, enter if they are unlocked and take a look around.
Falco follows along with Tsak going door to door and listening. He not only listens but spends some time looking for other signs of life. If there is none he will try the door.
Kiwina (Steve M) (39/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20+9=28 ; Monday March 19th, 2018 9:51:03 PM
The sound of screams from the direction of the ship snaps Kiwina out of his daydream, even though it's difficult to hear over the rustling in the grass.
"Do you think these are the minotaurs' homes, or were they raiding? If the homeowners are avoiding us in the grass, I've got no interest in chasing them. If they're minotaurs and may comfe back, I'm sure they'd look favorably on some help. Besides, I'm curious about the ship."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x2 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Monday March 19th, 2018 9:57:13 PM "Sounds like someone out there needs our help! Grab the loot and let's get moving down the cleared path toward the ship, shall we?" Rolth prepares to lead the Petals down the path if they will follow.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+7=13 ; Monday March 19th, 2018 11:43:17 PM
(Perception vs spoiler = 13) Tsak, on hearing the scream, joins the others in moving towards the boat.
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant Tuesday March 20th, 2018 3:26:17 AM
Sable moves to secure the axe, shield, mail, crossbow and bolts - working with anyone else in the hut to gather the items - before heading out to see about the shouting...
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: None | AC 13 (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Tuesday March 20th, 2018 6:55:37 AM
Falco's head whips around at the sound of the distant scream but Rolth speaks before he can.
"Yes, someone is in trouble by the boat. Best we investigate."
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+4=17 ; Tuesday March 20th, 2018 9:41:58 AM
Perception 17.
Elyas perks up at the same time as most of the other Petals as a scream is heard from the direction of the boat.
He quickly joins the others who start moving towards the sound.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=17 ; d20+10=18 ; Tuesday March 20th, 2018 10:01:58 AM
Finnian comes out of the home and examines the traces of blood to see if there is a visible trail or any deceranable pattern. [survival=17]. But then decides to follow the group in the direction of the ship. He makes sure to keep an eye out for anything moving in the grass, and stays in the middle of the group, but always right next to the grass so that he can enter then with a step if need arises. [Perception=18]
"Do be careful with that vial Sable, in these dry conditions that could spread like... Well wildfire," Finnian says (assuming that Sabke grabbed that to and showed the others what he found). "That shield is far too large for me, and shields aren't really my mug of mead, but I would love to take a look at it when we get the chance to rest. The steel grass weaving is quite interesting" he adds.
Sargrass Plains - Meet the Brambles - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock d20=4 ; d20=1 ; d20=18 ; d20=8 ; Tuesday March 20th, 2018 8:12:59 PM
Another scream as the Petals race to figure out where it is coming from. Once within the path between the small village and the ship you find a long, slender creature is following you. The creature wiggles through the blades of grass. (Know Nature DC 8) Highlight to display spoiler: { You realize this is a Tatzlewurm. Not normally native to the plains } Seventy-five feet East, there are eight Brambles attacking four others. One of the Brambles, bigger then the five others, tears a plant strand from his left arm and wipes the last standing uninfected Bramble. Once the uninfected fall the infected Brambles begin to pull the armor from their bodies. The closest Bramble stands 25 feet from the nearest Petal. The tatzlewurm pounces from the grass and grapples the Infected Bramble. The taur screams and falls backward. Perspective vs DC 18 Highlight to display spoiler: { A second tatzlewurm stands within the grass on the opposite side, ready to pounce. } -- Scene 100 foot circle with the ship sitting on the far left side. The four injured Brambles lie nearby. Sargent Bramble is 100 foot away with the others scattered within the 100 foot radius.
---- 100 ft. - Sargent Bramble 1: AC 17 - HP 25 75 ft. - Recruit Bramble 2: AC 22 - HP 11 75 ft. - Recruit Bramble 3: AC 22 - HP 11 50 ft. - Recruit Bramble 4: AC 22 - HP 11 50 ft. - Brigand Bramble 5: AC 17 - HP 18 50 ft. - Brigand Bramble 6: AC 17 - HP 18 25 ft. - right - Recruit Bramble 7: AC 22 - HP 11 25 ft. - left - Recruit Bramble 8: AC 22 - HP 11 - Being attacked by tatzlewurm
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant d20+4=24 ; d20+8=10 ; Tuesday March 20th, 2018 8:40:34 PM
Sable, emerging from the hut spots the Tatzlewurm (knowledge Nature = nat 20 for 24). ”What are you doing here? You are not normally found on the plains...”
Sable also glances at the attacking worm, but is too far away to see what happens (Perception 10).
Sable will draw his weapon and begin moving towards the Brambles. (I figure that Sable will enter combat after the others since he was picking up items - just let me know when I get there...)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 11; CMD: 17) | Glaive +7 1d10+4 x2 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: Charging d20+10=15 ; d20+7=13 ; Tuesday March 20th, 2018 10:32:08 PM
Rolth quickly takes in the scene before charging up to within glaive reach of recruit 7. (Perception = 15, not enough) His swing is too wild, missing by a nautical mile. (To hit = 13 , miss)
Kiwina (Steve M) (39/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20+6=12 ; d20+9=15 ; Tuesday March 20th, 2018 10:50:37 PM
(Rolls: nature = 12, perception =15)
Kiwina can't figure out whether to root for the tatzlwurm or the bramble minotaurs. Probably one of the groups of minotaurs, and possibly the group that is down. He hesitates, waiting to see how the minotaurs react to the Petals.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+1=15 ; d20+8=23 ; d20+7=19 ; d8+1=3 ; Wednesday March 21st, 2018 1:01:20 AM
(Know Nature=15, Perception=23, Attack=19, Damage=3) Unsure who the good guys are (if there are any) Tsak sights his crossbow at the recruit that Rolth has charged. Unfortunately the bolt narrowly misses the taur and disappears into the long grass beside the path.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+4=19 ; Wednesday March 21st, 2018 5:00:49 AM
Elyas pulls up as they see the battle unfolding in front of them, with the infected taurs seeming to be coming out on top.
These infections are everywhere! this is just like the giant crab!
As Elyas looks for a target in the melee, he notices something in the grass (perception 19)
Watch out! there's another Tatzlewyrm in the grass!
He waits for a clear shot and to see what is going on here. For now he casts Magic Weapon on his crossbow and readies a bolt
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=13 ; Wednesday March 21st, 2018 7:05:57 AM
{Perception: 13}
Falco follows along behind the others being sure not to get to close to the action. He pauses when someone mentions the infection and casts a spell to bolster his defenses.
{Single move and Mage Armor]
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+5=11 ; d20+5=8 ; d20+5=17 ; d20+5=7 ; 2d6+4=8 ; Wednesday March 21st, 2018 11:09:32 AM
Gothruk sees the chaos and tries to decent if any of the people in front are sane. He'll also move forward slightly keeping his Guisarme pointed at any approaching parties. If anyone approaches with a weapon drawn, without asking for help or sonething similar he'll attack, using his superior reach to keep them at bay.
Prepared attack: to-hit, 11. No damage. Aoo 1 To-hit, 8. No damage.
If anything else gets within his range. Aoo 2 To-hit 17, Damage 8. Aoo 3 To-hit 7, No damage.
Not sure who is on our side he chooses to shoot at the non native Worm, but in his confusion the shots are fired high over Gothruk and land somewhere in the grass. [Rapid shot attack rolls= 6 and 10]
[Rolled on what I know of the worms- 24, or the 22 could roll over]
"Who are we fighting," he calls out.
Sargrass Plains - Meet the Brambles - End Round 1 - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock d20=7 ; d2=1 ; d8=8 ; d20-4=-3 ; d20+1=11 ; d20+5=17 ; d8+3=10 ; d20+1=2 ; d20+2=19 ; d4+1=5 ; Wednesday March 21st, 2018 10:41:34 PM
Sable emerging from the hut spots the Tatzlewurm ”What are you doing here? You are not normally found on the plains...” he says then notices that this wurm’s color is the same as the grass, as if it is a variant native here. He prepares for combat.
Kiwina can't figure out whether to root for the tatzlwurm or the bramble minotaurs. Probably one of the groups of minotaurs, and possibly the group that is down. He hesitates, waiting to see how the minotaurs react to the Petals.
Rolth suffers no doubt and charges recruit 7, swinging wide.
Unsure who the good guys are (if there are any) Tsak sights his crossbow at the recruit that Rolth has charged. Unfortunately the bolt narrowly misses the taur and disappears into the long grass beside the path.
Elyas pulls up as they see the battle unfolding in front of them, with the infected taurs seeming to be coming out on top. “Watch out! there's another Tatzlewyrm in the grass!” he cries as he sees the other wurm.
He waits for a clear shot and to see what is going on here. For now he casts Magic Weapon on his crossbow and readies a bolt
Falco follows along behind the others being sure not to get to close to the action. He pauses when someone mentions the infection and casts a Mage Armor to bolster his defenses.
Gothruk sees the chaos and tries to discern if any of the people in front are sane. He'll also move forward slightly keeping his Guisarme pointed at any approaching parties. If anyone approaches with a weapon drawn, without asking for help or something similar he'll attack, using his superior reach to keep them at bay.
Prepared attack: to-hit, 11. No damage. Aoo 1 To-hit, 8. No damage. If anything else gets within his range. Aoo 2 To-hit 17, Damage 8. Aoo 3 To-hit 7, No damage.
Finnian ([Nature=22,Perception=21 Pass,Pass] Not sure who is on our side he chooses to shoot at the non native Worm, but in his confusion the shots are fired high over Gothruk and land somewhere in the grass. [Rapid shot attack rolls= 6 and 10] [Rolled on what I know of the worms- 24, or the 22 could roll over]
"Who are we fighting," he calls out. -------------
Finnian finds the Tatzelwurm’s color matches the green grasses. A greenish vapor rising from it’s toothy maw. The Tatzelwurm grabs a hold of anything Bramble and coughs poison into the Recruit 8 lungs. The infected Bramble coughs and whines as the poison hits home (+1 DMG) Recruit 7 pulls a Prickle whip from his arm and attacks Rolth. He strikes the liontaur. (Dmg: 5) The Recruit 8 tries to fight off the tatzelwurm but the poison and the creature has the upper hand. Brigand 6 attacks the tatzelwurm but notices the Petals and growls. He eyes are bloodied and his hair is falling from his fur-covered hide. Brigand 6 signals to the others
The second tatzlewurm attacks Brigand 5, grabs the Bramble and bites (5 dmg) Recruit 3 moves 20 ft Sargent moves 30 ft 2 and 4 move 20 ft forward ----- (OOC: There is a Roll20 map) Sargent Bramble 1: AC 17 - HP 25 Recruit Bramble 2: AC 22 - HP 11 Recruit Bramble 3: AC 22 - HP 11 Recruit Bramble 4: AC 22 - HP 11 Brigand Bramble 5: AC 17 - HP 13 - Being attacked by tatzlewurm Brigand Bramble 6: AC 17 - HP 18 Recruit Bramble 7: AC 22 - HP 11 Recruit Bramble 8: AC 22 - HP 10 - Being attacked by tatzlewurm Tatzelwurm: AC 19 - HP 22
Kiwina (Steve M) (39/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20+4=16 ; d8+3=11 ; Wednesday March 21st, 2018 11:33:32 PM
(OOC: cannot use the map from here, so I'm not sure who's closest.)
Kiwina attacks the nearest bramble with his long spear (10' reach). If two are equally close, he will pick the one closest to other Petals. Rolls: hit = 16. . .
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant d20+4=20 ; 2d6+4=8 ; Thursday March 22nd, 2018 4:23:35 AM
Sable moves to where he has a better shot and shoots at the Bramble just above Rolth that is not engaged (I cannot see labels/numbers for the opponents). 20 should hit if it is a Brigand - for 8 piercing damage.
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant d20+4=20 ; 2d6+4=8 ; Thursday March 22nd, 2018 4:23:44 AM
Sable moves to where he has a better shot and shoots at the Bramble just above Rolth that is not engaged (I cannot see labels/numbers for the opponents). 20 should hit if it is a Brigand - for 8 piercing damage.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Thursday March 22nd, 2018 7:14:08 AM
Falco reaches into his component pouch, extracting a small bit of glittering dust. Satisified he holds his position and waits for the attackers to move in more.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (26/34 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) | Glaive +7 1d10+7 x3 | Paws (2) +5 1d4+2 x2| Bite +5 1d4+2 x2| Status: Raging ( d20+7=12 ; d20+5=20 ; d20+5=14 ; Thursday March 22nd, 2018 7:23:19 AM
Rolth is enraged by the prickle whip attack, and full attacks the offender--Recruit 7--with his glaive and paws. He eschews biting the diseased thing. (Free action to rage) (Glaive to hit = 12, miss; Paw 1 to hit = 20, miss; Paw 2 to hit = 14, miss) The flurry is ineffectual, and now he is really mad!
(OOC: I fixed the labels on the enemy so they should be visible. Let me know if there are other issues.)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=9 ; Thursday March 22nd, 2018 8:40:07 AM
(Attack=9) Still unsure if he's attacking the right people Tsak alters his aim and fires again. High and to the right, darn it!
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+5=20 ; d8+1=3 ; Thursday March 22nd, 2018 10:14:13 AM
Elyas takes a shot at the Bramble fighting one of the wyrms (brigand 6)
to hit = 20
damage = 3
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+5=16 ; d20+5=14 ; d20+5=18 ; d20+5=19 ; 2d6+4=8 ; 2d6+4=13 ; Thursday March 22nd, 2018 1:25:34 PM
Gothruk sees the thing attack Rolth and moves up behind to provide support. He attempts to attack past Rolth but he misses the plant creature. (What is with all these plants trying to kill us time and time again?? Every blade of grass is against us here!)
He'll try and prevent anything from coming towards the Taurs. If it's moving away he won't attack but anything heading towards the taurs, he'll try and stab at. AOO 1 = 14 to hit AOO 2 = 18 to hit, Damage = 8 AOO 3 = 19 to hit, Damage = 13
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+5=7 ; d20+5=16 ; Thursday March 22nd, 2018 9:09:36 PM
Finnian fires two arrows at the attacking worm. And misses...
Sargrass Plains - Meet the Brambles - End Round 2 - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock "what is with all the misses?" d20+2=12 ; d20+5=16 ; d20+2=17 ; 2d6+1=8 ; d20+2=12 ; d20+1=17 ; d20-4=-3 ; d20-4=0 ; d20+1=11 ; d20+2=7 ; d20-4=12 ; d20+2=7 ; d20-4=-3 ; d20+5=10 ; d20+5=12 ; Thursday March 22nd, 2018 11:12:21 PM Kiwina attacks the nearest bramble with his long spear but the spear does not get past the bramble’s armor.
Sable moves to where he has a better shot and shoots at the Bramble just above Rolth (Recruit 4). His arrow bounces harmlessly of its armor as well.
Falco reaches into his component pouch, extracting a small bit of glittering dust. Satisfied he holds his position and waits for the attackers to move in more.
Rolth is enraged by the prickle whip attack, and full attacks the offender. The violent flurry of glaive and paws is ineffectual, and now he is really mad!
Still unsure if he's attacking the right people Tsak alters his aim and fires again. High and to the right!
Elyas takes a shot and hits the Bramble fighting one of the wyrms (brigand 6) (damage 3)
Gothruk sees the thing attack Rolth and moves up behind to provide support. He attempts to attack past Rolth but he misses the plant creature.
He'll try and prevent anything from coming towards the Taurs. If it's moving away he won't attack but anything heading towards the taurs, he'll try and stab at. AoO 1 = 14 to hit -- Activated but misses.
Finnian fires two arrows at the attacking worm. And misses...
Sargent 1 moves in to attack tatzlwurm 1 and misses! Recruit 2 moves in to attack tatzlwurm 2 and also misses. Recruit 3 moves around to attack Kiwina and provokes from Gothruk, who’s attack fails to connect. The recruit’s battle axe attack, however, does not. (8 points damage to Kiwina).
Recruit 4 attacks tatzlwurm 1 and misses. Brigand 5 ineffectively attacks wurm 1. While Brigand 6 has similar lack of success against wurm 2 Recruit 7 attack Rolth without affect and Recruit 8 has no success attacking wurm 2.
Each tatzlewurm attacks a bramble and misses.
Sargent Bramble 1: AC 17 - HP 25 Recruit Bramble 2: AC 22 - HP 11 Recruit Bramble 3: AC 22 - HP 11 Recruit Bramble 4: AC 22 - HP 11 Brigand Bramble 5: AC 17 - HP 10 - Being attacked by tatzlewurm Brigand Bramble 6: AC 17 - HP 18 Recruit Bramble 7: AC 22 - HP 11 Recruit Bramble 8: AC 22 - HP 10 - Being attacked by tatzlewurm Tatzelwurm 1: AC 19 - HP 22 Tatzlewurm 2: AC 19 - HP 22
Kiwina (Steve M) (31/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20+4=8 ; d8+3=10 ; Friday March 23rd, 2018 1:08:21 AM
(OOC: If Kiwina gets an AOO against the brigand who attacked, the first two rolls are it. If he doesn't, ignore those rolls.)
Kiwina decides he would be better off making more attacks. He moves 5' back and changes weapons.
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant d20-2=1 ; d20-2=-1 ; Friday March 23rd, 2018 3:15:45 AM
Sable tries to a double shot, but misses (1, -1) and otherwise stays in place.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+6=23 ; d8+2=7 ; Friday March 23rd, 2018 6:17:27 AM
Elyas fires another shot, this one at recruit 2 who just came in swinging at Kiwina.
23 to hit, 7 damage (magic weapon and point blank shot).
He then backs up behind the bulk of the party, feeling quite exposed on the outer flank with so many bramble taurs in that direction.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 5/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Friday March 23rd, 2018 7:06:24 AM "Not really sure what is going on here."
Looking to the north Faloc tosses the bit of glitter into the air while whispering a short phrase. As soon as the dust leaves his finger an explosion of glitter envelops wurm and its attackers.
{Glitterdust DC17}
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (26/34 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) | Glaive +7 1d10+7 x3 | Paws (2) +5 1d4+2 x2| Bite +5 1d4+2 x2| Status: Raging ( d20+7=25 ; d20+5=20 ; d20+5=24 ; d10+7=10 ; d4+2=4 ; Friday March 23rd, 2018 7:23:56 AM "Hey Petals, you may have noticed that these taurs are diseased, like the big mutant crab! I think the wurms are trying to help us!" With that, he turns his attention back to smashing recruit 7. (Glaive to hit = 25, dam = 10; Paw 1 to hit = 20, miss; Paw 2 to hit = 24, dam = 4) Assuming the diseased thing falls (from 14 hp total damage), he steps up five feet.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+5=12 ; d20+5=23 ; 2d6+4=15 ; d20+5=8 ; d20+5=25 ; 2d6+4=11 ; Friday March 23rd, 2018 10:33:16 AM
Gothruk will attack recruit 3, To-hit = 12, Miss.
You may be correct Rolth, that or they're just hungry and the diseased things seem weaker...
Gothruk will again attack any Bramble that Provokes, not attacking the wurms. AOO 1 To-hit = 23. Damage 15 AOO 2 To-hit = 8. Miss AOO 3 To-hit = 25. Damage 11
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=11 ; Friday March 23rd, 2018 5:36:19 PM
(Attack=11) Tsak aims at the Bramble that has appeared out of the grass near Kiwina (R3) but again his shot goes wide.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+5=17 ; d20+5=16 ; d8+1=7 ; d8+1=2 ; Friday March 23rd, 2018 6:09:34 PM
[swamped at work sorry] finnian fires ac 17,16 damage 7,2
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant d20-2=1 ; d20-2=-1 ; Saturday March 24th, 2018 5:42:24 AM
Sable tries to a double shot, but misses (1, -1) and otherwise stays in place.
Sargrass Plains - Meet the Brambles - End Round 3 - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock "Sides are chosen?" d20-2=18 ; d20-2=13 ; d20-1=1 ; d20+5=17 ; d20+4=11 ; d20-2=17 ; d20+3=22 ; d20-4=-2 ; d8+1=7 ; d20+3=16 ; d20+3=12 ; d20-4=-1 ; d20+1=8 ; d20-4=12 ; d20+5=17 ; d20-2=4 ; d20+5=18 ; d20+5=13 ; d8+3=9 ; d8+3=4 ; d20+9=10 ; d20+9=12 ; Saturday March 24th, 2018 11:15:39 AM Kiwina decides he would be better off making more attacks. He moves 5' back and changes weapons.
Sable tries to a double shot, but misses and otherwise stays in place.
Elyas fires another shot, this one at recruit 2 who just came in swinging at Kiwina hitting home, but the bramble continues fighting. He then backs up behind the bulk of the party.
Falco tosses the bit of glitter into the air while whispering a short phrase. As soon as the dust leaves his finger an explosion of glitter envelops the wurm and its attackers. Judging by their reaction it appears that Brigand 5 and Recruit 4 are blinded. Other than being all sparkly, the wurm and Recruit 2 seem to have avoided this affect.
Rolth points out that the taurs appear diseased and speculates that the wurms may be the Petals’ allies. He attacks recruit 7 landing hits with his glaive and a paw slaying it. He then backs up five feet.
Gothruk will attacks recruit 3, failing to injure it. He agrees with Rolth’s observation, but adds that the tatzelwurms’ choice of targets could just be a predatory preference.
Tsak aims at the Bramble that has appeared out of the grass near Kiwina (R3) but again his shot goes wide.
Finnian fires at the blinded brigand 5, both arrows striking home, but not dropping it. (total damage 9) [OOC: Your sympathetic DM picked the best target for you]
Sable tries to a double shot, but misses and otherwise stays in place.
Sergeant 1 attacks wurm 2 and misses with his axe and his horns.
Recruit 2 attacks wurm 1, hitting it with his horn for 2 points of damage after the creature’s damage reduction. It tries to grab the wurm, but the creature avoids being grappled.
Recruit 3 attacks Kiwina, missing with both attacks.
Recruit 4 and Brigand 5 brush at their eyes, trying to clear its vision.
Brigand 6 attacks wurm 1, missing with both attacks.
Recruit 8 attacks wurm 1, also missing.
Tatzelwurm 1 hits the sergeant (damage 9) but is unable to grab it after biting it.
Making use of the advantage provided by the glittering cloud, Tatzelwurm 2 lashes out at the blinded Brigand 5, killing it.
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Sargent Bramble 1: AC 17 - HP 16 Recruit Bramble 2: AC 22 - HP 4 - attacking tatzlewurm 2; glittering Recruit Bramble 3: AC 22 - HP 11 Recruit Bramble 4: AC 22 - HP 11 - Attacking tatzlewurm 2; blinded Brigand Bramble 5: AC 17 - DEAD Brigand Bramble 6: AC 17 - HP 18 Recruit Bramble 7: AC 22 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 8: AC 22 - HP 10 - Being attacked by tatzlewurm 1 Tatzelwurm 1: AC 19 - HP 20 Tatzlewurm 2: AC 19 - HP 22 - glittering
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=12 ; Saturday March 24th, 2018 5:00:35 PM
(Attack=12) Tsak reloads another bolt, sights along the cross bow and lets fly at Bramble 3, and misses yet again.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (26/34 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) | Glaive +7 1d10+7 x3 | Paws (2) +5 1d4+2 x2| Status: Raging (2/10) d8=6 ; d20+9=17 ; d20+7=26 ; d20+7=10 ; d4+2=6 ; Saturday March 24th, 2018 10:10:37 PM
Rolth takes 5 foot step toward the ship, and switches his attacks to Recruit 8, who he flanks with the wurm. His glaive swings wide, but one of his paws lands. (Glaive to hit = 17, miss; Paw 1 to hit = 26, 6 damage; Paw 2 to hit = 10, miss)
(OOC: ignore the first d8 roll, just a randomly hit button on my iPad during a trip to Boston.)
Kiwina (Steve M) (31/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Injured d20+3=6 ; d20+2=13 ; d20+2=3 ; d20+2=6 ; Saturday March 24th, 2018 10:26:53 PM
Kiwina makes his full attack sequence on Recruit 3, but does not succeed in landing a blow.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+6=21 ; Sunday March 25th, 2018 7:51:03 AM
Elyas reloads and fires again at recruit 3 (21 to hit, just misses!)
He briefly considers switching to spells, but decides that for now it seems best to save his energy until there is an enemy that is harder to kill with mundane weapons.
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant d20+4=9 ; Sunday March 25th, 2018 5:58:32 PM
Sable moves and takes a shot at blinded Recruit 4 - 9 (misses).
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+5=22 ; d20+5=18 ; d8+1=6 ; d8+1=7 ; Sunday March 25th, 2018 10:00:05 PM
[ooc I made these rolls before I looked at the map and realized that Every enemy has cover on from my attacks from my allies, so Instead of rapid shot Finninan will take a move and one shot]
He tries to line up a shot, but quickly realizes that without a clear vantage point, there is no way he can hit anyone. he hurries to the edge of the grass, where he can see them all more clearly and lines up a shot.
Pulling back the cord to his ear he sees the Sargent in the back of the group and lines up a shot. the Sargent still has cover, but Finnian is confident he can make the shot. As he pulls back and lets the arrow fly he grins to himself. "What a lovely fletched arrow" [To hit 22, Damage 6]
[ooc For the record I was going to try to shoot him with one of my shots in the first place. Thanks DM for choosing a soft target for me last time. I literally made the post at a red light on my way home, also what the rule for moving through the grass, reflex save for half speed or take some damage? Does that apply to the enemies as well? Can I 5 foot step into it?]
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+4=12 ; d20+4=10 ; Monday March 26th, 2018 6:49:59 AM
Gothruk will flurry of blows Recruit 3, however he misses all attacks.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+4=15 ; d6+1=5 ; Monday March 26th, 2018 7:16:03 AM
Having blinded a couple of the creatures Falco summons a small acid dart and fires it at recruit 4.
{Hit vs Touch: 15} {Dam: 5}
"Hate killing them if they are just infected but its not something we can heal."
Sargrass Plains - Meet the Brambles - End Round 4 - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock "Sides are chosen?" d20-2=17 ; d20+5=6 ; d20-2=13 ; d20+3=23 ; d20-4=5 ; 2d6+1=6 ; d20+3=20 ; d20-4=16 ; 2d6+1=7 ; d8+1=9 ; d20+3=5 ; d20+1=11 ; d20-4=9 ; d20+3=10 ; d20-4=16 ; d8+1=6 ; d20+3=23 ; d20+9=14 ; d20+5=22 ; d8+3=8 ; Monday March 26th, 2018 8:35:30 PM [ooc: Because of all the trampling from combat, there are no tactical penalties from moving through the grass for either side]
Tsak reloads another bolt, sights along the cross bow and lets fly at Bramble 3, and misses yet again.
Rolth takes 5 foot step toward the ship, and switches his attacks to Recruit 8, who he flanks with the wurm. His glaive swings wide, but one of his paws lands.
Kiwina makes his full attack sequence on Recruit 3, but does not succeed in landing a blow.
Elyas reloads and fires again at recruit 3 just misses!
Sable moves and tries to takes advantage of Recruit 4 being blinded, but his shot goes wide..
Finnian moves to the edge of the grass and lines up a shot on the sergeant (sgt 1) hitting for 6 points damage.
Gothruk will flurry of blows Recruit 3, however he misses all attacks.
Having blinded a couple of the creatures Falco summons a small acid dart and fires it at recruit 4, successfully hitting it. He expresses remorse at having to kill the infected taurs.
Sergeant 1 attacks the wurm and misses with both attacks.
Recruit 2 hits tazlwurm 2 with his glaive but it barely penetrates its tough hide (damage 1)
Recruit 3 tears into Kiwina with its glaive and its horns (for a total of 9 damage), but fails to latch on. Make a FORTITUDE save DC 19 or become infected.
Recruit 4 manages to recover his eyesight, but flails wildly before doing so.
Brigand 6 misses with both attacks against tatzlwurm 1.
Recruit 8, flanking with Brigand 6, is able to gore the tatzlwurm barely harming it, but he is able to grapple the wurm, bringing it tight against his thorny flesh.
TW1 tries to reverse the grapple with Recruit 8, almost succeeds, but the taur maintains control.
TW2 viciously bites recruit 2, ripping its throat out.
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Sergeant Bramble 1: AC 17 - HP 10 Recruit Bramble 2: AC 22 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 3: AC 22 - HP 11 Recruit Bramble 4: AC 22 - HP 2 - Attacking tatzlewurm 2; glittering Brigand Bramble 5: AC 17 - DEAD Brigand Bramble 6: AC 17 - HP 18 Recruit Bramble 7: AC 22 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 8: AC 22 - HP 4 - Being attacked by tatzlewurm 1 Tatzelwurm 1: AC 19 - HP 8 Tatzlewurm 2: AC 19 - HP 22 - glittering
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (26/34 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) | Glaive +7 1d10+7 x3 | Paws (2) +5 1d4+2 x2| Status: Raging (3/10) d20+7=25 ; d4+2=6 ; d20+7=24 ; d10+7=11 ; Monday March 26th, 2018 10:37:07 PM
Rolth claws at Recruit 8, laying it low. (Paw 1 to hit = 25, 6hp damage) He steps forward 5 feet over its corpse to swing his glaive at the Sargent with a massive blow that lays him low as well. (to hit = 24, damage = 11)
Kiwina tries another series of attacks, again missing with all of them. And now he's not feeling too well, either.
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant d20+7=27 ; d20+7=23 ; 6d6+18=34 ; Tuesday March 27th, 2018 2:09:52 AM
Sable moves up behind Recruit 4, quickly switching to greatsword and swings in flanking position - Nat 20 for 27. Confirms Crit with 23. Rolls 34 damage.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=19 ; d8+1=3 ; Tuesday March 27th, 2018 6:30:13 AM
(Attack=19, Damage=3) Tsak switches his attack to Brigand 6 and shoots a bolt at him. The taur reacts, but still stands. Well that's an improvement on the last two attempts he thinks to himself.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+4=7 ; Tuesday March 27th, 2018 6:57:52 AM
Thinking his companions have things well in hand Falco fires off one final acid arrow at recrutie 4 but misses.
{Hit: 7}
Seeing that the battle is well in hand he turns his attention to the boat.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+6=16 ; Tuesday March 27th, 2018 8:25:39 AM
Elyas takes another shot with his crossbow, this time at recruit 8, but is again off his mark.
It seems that the fight is winding down, but Elyas is feeling cautious about the Wyrms, which might turn on the party as soon as they finish fighting the Taurs
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+5=22 ; d20+5=15 ; d8+5=10 ; Tuesday March 27th, 2018 4:50:27 PM
[left the modifier on] Finnian fires at his closest foe, 1 arrow goes wide, but the other strikes true [22 to hit for 6 damage] and he steps into the grass.
5ft step south
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+4=24 ; d20+4=24 ; 2d8+4=11 ; d20+4=18 ; Tuesday March 27th, 2018 5:45:49 PM
Gothruk making use of an opening Kiwina created manages to connect a heavy roundhouse kick to Recruit 3, downing him with a crunch. To-hit 24 = Crit! Confirm? = 24 Confirmed. Damage 2d8+4 = 11
It will soon be time to see if these snakes are only interested in infected prey. We should perhaps regroup and back away. Show we are no easy target, and if it's just for food then they have the other bodies to eat.Gothruk says loud enough for his party to hear.
Sargrass Plains - Meet the Brambles - End Round 4 - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock "Sides are chosen?" d20+1=19 ; 2d6=12 ; d8=7 ; Tuesday March 27th, 2018 8:41:22 PM Rolth claws at Recruit 8, laying it low. He steps forward 5 feet over its corpse to swing his glaive at the Sargent with a massive blow that lays him low as well.
Kiwina tries another series of attacks, again missing with all of them. And now he's not feeling too well, either. The wound itches terrible and a dark purple rash has already started to form. His stomach churns in anguish. Kiwina now has the sickened condition.
Sable moves up behind Recruit 4. A mighty blow of his sword completely severs the bramble taur’s left from his right.
Tsak switches his attack to Brigand 6 and shoots a bolt at him. The taur reacts, but still stands.
Thinking his companions have things well in hand Falco fires off one final acid arrow at recruiti 4, but misses. Seeing that the battle is well in hand he turns his attention to the boat.
Elyas takes another shot with his crossbow, this time at recruit 8, but is again off his mark. It seems that the fight is winding down, but Elyas is feeling cautious about the Wyrms, which might turn on the party as soon as they finish fighting the Taurs
Finnian fires at his closest foe, Recruit 3, one arrow goes wide, but the other strikes true and he steps into the grass.
Gothruk making use of an opening Kiwina created manages to connect a heavy roundhouse kick to Recruit 3, downing him with a crunch. He counsels regrouping and backing away as defense against the predatory tatzlewurms.
The remaining Brigand 6 swings his long sword at the grappled tatzlwurm 1. Despite the serpent's tough hide, the sword cuts deep. The bramble taur then crushes the remaining life out of it with its thorny grasp. The tatzlwurm thrashes wildly in its death throes while the brigand grimly maintains his death grip.
TW2 lets out an anguished scream sounding like a multitude of tuneless french horns as it rushes to its fallen fellow wurm. Sable and Rolth may take attacks of opportunity if they desire.
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Sergeant Bramble 1: AC 17 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 2: AC 22 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 3: AC 22 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 4: AC 22 - DEAD in two pieces Brigand Bramble 5: AC 17 - DEAD Brigand Bramble 6: AC 17 - HP 13 Recruit Bramble 7: AC 22 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 8: AC 22 - DEAD
Tatzelwurm 1: AC 19 - DEAD Tatzlewurm 2: AC 19 - HP 22 - glittering
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Sickened d20+3=18 ; d6=1 ; Tuesday March 27th, 2018 9:51:05 PM
Kiwina uses his 50' movement to go around to the other side of Brigand 6 and make a single attack with his short spear. He hits, but in his sickened condition does little damage (to hit = 18, damage = 1).
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (26/34 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) | Glaive +7 1d10+7 x3 | Paws (2) +5 1d4+2 x2| Bite +5 1d4+2 x2| Status: Raging ( Wednesday March 28th, 2018 7:56:08 AM
(OOC attempting to close my post)
Rolth forgoes the opportunity afforded by the onrushing worm, choosing instead to move to take down the last brigand. After all, the wurm is coming to the aid of its fallen comrade, not striking at the Petals—at least not yet. "I am sorry for the loss of your companion, who died nobly fighting these abominations," he shouts in Common as he moves into position to strike the last brigand with his glaive. (Glaive to hit = 16, miss)
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+6=9 ; Wednesday March 28th, 2018 11:34:30 AM
Elyas moves within 30' of the last brigand and fires his crossbow as he watches the creature break the first Wyrm.
There is just too much going on in that area, however, and his shot goes way wide
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+4=10 ; d20+4=15 ; Wednesday March 28th, 2018 5:01:37 PM
Gothruk moves faster than he's moved before, alongside Rolth he attacks the Brigand. However he misses all his blows. To hit = 10 To hit = 15
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=21 ; d8+1=3 ; Wednesday March 28th, 2018 5:28:12 PM
(Attack=21, DMG=3) Tsak fires a bolt at the last bramble and scores another hit.
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant Wednesday March 28th, 2018 6:59:35 PM
Sable moves back to pick up his bow and gets ready to take a shot next round.
Sargrass Plains - Meet the Brambles - End Round 5 - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Wednesday March 28th, 2018 9:48:39 PM
Recruit Bramble 6 - last man standing Hp 12
Kiwina makes attacks and gets a piece of the Bramble’s plant matter. -1 up Rolth speaks kindly to the tatzlewurm but it ignores him and doesn't seem to realize he is being spoken too. Elyas fires his crossbow but misses as the bolt flies wide. Gothruk misses Teak strikes the Bramble for -3 Dmg And Sable prepares to fire next round. ------ The recruit sneers at the Petals as they gather around him. He notices the tatzlewurm and the Petals all heading toward him. He withdraws just before the tatzlewurm has a chance to attack. He takes a defensive stance which he holds weakly. The hunger rages within him as bodies lay all around him.
The tatzlewurm avoids any of the Petals. The dragon-like creature examines the body of his friend then, oddly ignoring the brigand, heads toward the ship to examine the remains of the other Brambles. At the ship are four uninfected Bramble but two are dead and the other two are barely able to move. One of them painfully shifts to get more comfortable. The tatzlewurm reacts, striking the minotaur, ending its life.
The other, nearly blinded by its wounds, pleads with the tatzlewurm for mercy.
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Sergeant Bramble 1: AC 17 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 2: AC 22 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 3: AC 22 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 4: AC 22 - DEAD in two pieces Brigand Bramble 5: AC 17 - DEAD Brigand Bramble 6: AC 17(22) - HP 9, total defense Recruit Bramble 7: AC 22 - DEAD
Falco (BatMark subbing for Ryan) d20-1=11 ; d3=3 ; Wednesday March 28th, 2018 9:58:06 PM
Falco moves a little closer to the last brambletaur, and lobs a splash of acid at it, over the heads of his allies. (Ranged touch = 11, damage = 3)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=10 ; Wednesday March 28th, 2018 10:07:03 PM
(Attack=10) Tsak fires again, but his hands feel wooden and he misses his target.
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Sickened d20+1=8 ; d20=8 ; d20=20 ; d20=3 ; d6=1 ; Wednesday March 28th, 2018 10:49:01 PM
Although he's not likely to touch the creature in his weakened state, Kiwina attacks. If nothing else, he can keep it occupied while the rest of the party positions themselves. (One natural 20 out of the attacks, 1 damage)
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant d20=11 ; d20+8=16 ; Thursday March 29th, 2018 1:48:57 AM
Sable moves toward the ship, fires at the remaining number 5 (11) misses. Then takes a look at the ship, Perception 16
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+5=21 ; d8+1=4 ; Thursday March 29th, 2018 3:51:40 AM
Elyas again fires on the fleeing bramble, but just misses it.
(OOC)I don't think the last bramble is in the right spot on the roll20 map still. If he's within 30', then my shot would be a 22 and would do 5 damage. I think with his withdraw he would be out of that range and I missed
Falco (BatMark subbing for Ryan) Thursday March 29th, 2018 7:10:31 AM
Falco, trying to distract the tatzlwurm from the helpless but undiseased taur, casts a ghost sound to make it think that more angry, diseased taurs are approaching from the north. To the Petals he says, "Ignore the sounds to the north. We need to try to save this last non-diseased taur to question."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (26/34 HP | AC: 10; Morning Star +9 1d8+7 x3 | Paws (2) +7 1d4+2 x2| Rake (2) +7 1d4+5| Status: Raging (5/10), Charging d20+9=23 ; d20+7=27 ; d20+7=24 ; d20+7=10 ; d20+7=18 ; d20+7=8 ; 2d4+2=6 ; d8+7=14 ; Thursday March 29th, 2018 7:23:08 AM
Rolth, determined that the diseased taur not escape to cause further infection, makes a liontaur charge and attacks it. (morning start to hit = 23, damage = 14;paw 1 to hit = 27 crit threat, 24 confirms, damage = 6; paw 2 to hit = 10, miss; Rake 1 to hit = 18, miss, Rake 2 to hit = 8, miss; no bite = yuck; Total Damage = 20)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (26/34 HP | AC: 10; Morning Star +9 1d8+7 x3 | Paws (2) +7 1d4+2 x2| Rake (2) +7 1d4+5| Status: Raging (5/10), Charging Thursday March 29th, 2018 7:24:03 AM
Update to note that Rolth dropped his glaive and switched to morningstar on this charge.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+7=27 ; Thursday March 29th, 2018 12:22:21 PM
Gothruk moves around the Tatzlwurm with a double move intersecting himself between the wurm and the injured Taur. He's trying not to startle the wurm, and he dosn't get within 10ft of it but he obviously has to move fast to get into positions. If it moves towards him, he'll try and trip it. 1D20+7=27
(OOC Hopefully my heading works, I'm trying to fix it after it stopped working some weeks ago)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20=19 ; Thursday March 29th, 2018 7:11:05 PM
[ooc I can't get on a computer until late so I don't know how far I am from the worm.]
Finnian will move 30ft towards the worm. If it puts him within 30ft he will attempt to get the worms attention and pacify it by first putting up his hands and very obviously placing his bow on the ground. . Wild empathy=19 if not he will double move and try it next turn... A roll over of that roll would be great...
Sargrass Plains - Meet the Brambles - End Round 5 - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock "And then there was one" d20+5=22 ; Thursday March 29th, 2018 8:13:38 PM [OOC: creatures (PCs and monsters) adjusted slightly on the map for continuity--do not worry if movement rates were not exactly correct.]
Falco moves a little closer to the last brambletaur, and lobs a splash of acid at it, over the heads of his allies, but the wary taur avoids it.
Tsak fires again, but his hands feel wooden and he misses his target as well.
Despite being weakened, Kiwina manages to land an attack though it does little damage.
Sable moves toward the ship, fires and misses. HE then takes a look at the ship. To his sailor’s eye, it appears to be in fine shape.
He notices peculiarly that it does not actually rest on the ground, but rather rests on top of the sargrass, almost as if it is floating on it.
Elyas again fires on the fleeing bramble, but just misses it. [OOC: Rolth’s action makes the range/position issue irrelevant.]
Rolth, determined that the last remaining diseased taur not escape to cause further infection, makes a liontaur charge and attacks the poor bramble, tearing it apart. His glaive rests on the ground where he dropped it during combat.
Falco tries to distract the tatzlwurm from the helpless but undiseased taur with a casting of ghost sound. The tatzlwurm looks in the direction of the false sound of approaching brambles, but turns its attention back to the true bramble before it. The distraction, however, is sufficient to give Gothruk the opening he needs.
Gothruk moves around the Tatzlwurm interposing himself between the wurm and the injured Taur. Ready to trip it, he realizes the legless creature would be immune; nonetheless, he effectively blocks it--at least temporarily.
The Tatzlewym hisses, its long tapered tongue flickering between the dagger-like teeth as it raises its head up high off the ground, attempting, but not quite succeeding, in raising raise itself to Gothruk’s height.
It seems reluctant to strike the minotaur, but the glint in its yellow eye is not kindly. It does not appear that it will stay placid for long...
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Sergeant Bramble 1: AC 17 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 2: AC 22 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 3: AC 22 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 4: AC 22 - DEAD in two pieces Brigand Bramble 5: AC 17 - DEAD Brigand Bramble 6: AC 17 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 7: AC 22 - DEAD Recruit Bramble 8: AC 22 - DEAD
Tatzelwurm 1: AC 19 - DEAD Tatzlewurm 2: AC 19 - HP 22 - glittering
Undiseased Bramble 1: AC 17 - DEAD Undiseased Bramble 2: AC 17 - HP 1
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Thursday March 29th, 2018 8:34:54 PM
Tsak moves to the injured but uninfected bramble and uses a heal kit to stem any major bleeding (or loss of sap?). He will try to stabilise the creature so that it can answer questions from the party.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) 20/28 HP | AC: 13| Status: Fatigued 1/10 Thursday March 29th, 2018 9:10:15 PM
Rolth calms a bit, with the last of the immediate foes down. The red haze of rage fades a bit too, leaving him tuckered out. He trots tiredly over to retrieve his glaive, hoping that he doesn't need to use it too soon.
(OOC: Rolth ends his rage, and is fatigued for the next 10 rounds. Just to keep track for later, Rolth's rage use is 5 of 10 rounds at this point)
Falco (BatMark subbing for Ryan) d20+1=19 ; Thursday March 29th, 2018 9:31:55 PM
Falco starts to move closer to the wurm, or at least as far as his legs will carry him. All the while saying loudly to the wurm, first in elven, then in draconic, "This one is no threat, it is not sickened like the rest. Let us first talk to it before deciding its fate. Perhaps that will help reduce the threat of more of these things being created and blighting the land. What say you? (Diplomacy = 19)
(OOC: Others feel free to aid in the diplomacy!)
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Vigilant d20=10 ; Friday March 30th, 2018 5:03:22 AM
Sable will also move to get between the Wurm and ship. He will try to aid 10 - Success.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+6=24 ; d8+2=5 ; Friday March 30th, 2018 5:41:05 AM
Elyas sees the group moving to protect the uninfected Taurs, but feels that his own lack of skill in diplomacy would only cause trouble. Instead of moving in and being threatening, he readies his crossbow and holds it as low as he dares.
OOC: ready an action to fire a crossbow bolt at the Wyrm if it attacks one of the petals 24 to hit, 5 damage
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Sickened d20+7=9 ; d20+7=8 ; Friday March 30th, 2018 10:45:35 AM
Kiwina has no desire to test the intentions of the tatzlewurm in his current condition. While the rest of the Petals deal with the serpent, he inspects the ship from his current position. (perception = 9, sailor = 8) His mind really isn't on the ship, however, as he still feels ill.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+8=25 ; Friday March 30th, 2018 4:11:46 PM
Gothruk will slowly re-sling his guisarme between his backpack and back and put himself in a fighting stance, readying an action so that if the snake tries to attack the wounded taur he'll grapple it.
Grapple roll 1D20+8=25
Under his breath he'll try and grunt to the others, It doesn't understand words, it's an overgrown snake. Does anyone know how to snake charm, maybe try something like that.... but bigger.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None Friday March 30th, 2018 4:20:02 PM
Additionally, he'll grapple the Wurm if it attacks him, incase that wasn't clear. (Ooc also using this to correct Gothruk's health)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20=5 ; Friday March 30th, 2018 5:36:38 PM
Finnian gestures to the grass and continues to close the gap between himself and the worm. He keeps his hands out and moves slowly. [b]"We want to help this place just as much as you do. This Taur is not infected. Let us treat him and we can leave you in peace"
Do I need another wild empathy check. I hope not because it's a 5...
Sargrass Plains - Meet the Brambles - End Round 6 - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock "Staring down the serpent" Saturday March 31st, 2018 7:05:38 PM Tsak moves to the injured but uninfected bramble tends to his wounds.
Though seriously wounded, the flow of sap from the bramble’s injuries is slowing down. The relieved expression on his face is obvious as he realizes Tsak is trying to help.
Rolth releases his rage. Winded, he recovers his weapon.
Elyas and Gothruk await the outcome of the diplomatic efforts, ready to intercede physically if needed.
Kiwina avoids further combat. He inspects the ship, but is distracted by the symptoms of his infection to notice very much.
Finnian, Sable, and Falco attempt to reason with the tatzlewurm.
The wurm ignores all attempts at intercession, alternatingly glaring at Gothruk and the minotaur’s ward, until Falco begins speaking in draconic. When the halfling switches to the ancient tongue, however, the wurm turns its unblinking gaze to the little wizard. It tilts its head as if contemplating his words. Then without warning, it eases its coils and withdraws toward the bow of the ship, no longer threatening the injured bramble.
-------------- Gothrik, Falco, and Sable each earn one hero point for their efforts in saving the surviving bramble.
End of combat.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+7=27 ; Saturday March 31st, 2018 7:52:03 PM
(Perception=27) Good job Falco Tsak does his best to make the bramble comfortable, then asks him general questions about the ship, the other brambles, and what's happening generally in the grasslands.
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19 Hero P: 1) | Status: Vigilant d20+8=17 ; Sunday April 1st, 2018 10:27:35 AM
Sable will look to board the ship, if allowed, and follow the Wurm’s path with his gaze — while keeping a respectful distance. (Perception 17)
Falco (BatMark subbing for Ryan) Sunday April 1st, 2018 1:28:54 PM
Falco warmly thanks the departing wurm for its protection of this realm from the diseased things afflicted upon it. He will then join Tsak in questioning the remaining taur, focusing particularly on the provenance and workings of the ship. If the fellow seems a trustworthy sort and inclined to cooperate, he will ask where in this land one might find a rapkes.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 13 | Status: Fatigued 2/10 d20+10=23 ; d20+5=18 ; Sunday April 1st, 2018 1:34:23 PM
Rolth congratulates Falco on his effective, if unintelligible, parley with the wurm, then joins Sable in exploring the ship, which is truly a wonder if it can float on this sea of grass. He starts trying to figure out how it might work, and how if might be different than a normal ship of the sea, without yet actually doing anything to make it move. (Perception = 23, Profession Sailor = 18)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None Sunday April 1st, 2018 4:47:36 PM
Gothruk breaths out a heavy sign of releaf when he dosn't get bitten in the face by a snake, and it decides instead to slither off. He'll check the body of the other non-infected Taur, just to make sure it's dead. Then listens in on the questioning of the other, more alive plantaur.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+4=24 ; d20+7=13 ; Sunday April 1st, 2018 5:00:17 PM
Elyas lets his crossbow down towards the ground as the tatzlwyrm slithers away. He prods at a few of the bramble bodies near him, as he is still slightly further back from the ship.
perception = 24
He looks to see if this disease looks like it is in fact the same as what was affecting the crab and the dogs that they encountered before, along with checking for usable items and weapons.
knowledge nature to see what he knows of bramble taurs and what he can tell of the disease = 13
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=24 ; d20+6=8 ; Sunday April 1st, 2018 9:33:08 PM
Finnian searches the bodies for anything useful and while he does, attempts to learn more about their infliction. [Perception=24,Heal=8]
Kiwina (Steve M) (22/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Sickened Sunday April 1st, 2018 9:35:42 PM
Kiwina checks the downed brambles to confirm that they are dead and gathers their gear. While he is mostly looking to see if one of them might have had something that might make him feel better, he is careful to put everything in one place. He avoids the remaining tatzlewurm as best he can while doing so.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d8+1=7 ; Monday April 2nd, 2018 7:57:13 AM
Finnian notices Kiwina gathering gear close by and sees the damage that has been done to him. "Kiwina, you look hurt. Here let me see if I can help," he walks over to the centaur and lays his hand on the tall taurus side. In a hushed whisper that sounds like common Tauric he asks Maab for guidance in healing. [Kiwina gains 7hp back]
Sargrass Plains- Grass Ship - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Monday April 2nd, 2018 9:07:21 PM
The bodies are all armored similar to the Bramble you found in the homes. The infection is the same that may be still infecting the party. (OOC: Did you guys cure everyone?)
There are eleven bodies total with the twelfth cowering on the ground beneath you.
Inspection of the ship revealed a perfectly healthy floating ship within the tall grass. There were some obvious differences in this ship then a sea floating craft. For one, there is a door a few feet up from the bottom of the boat. A set of stairs leading up. The other difference is it floats five feet from the ground. --
The remaining Bramble is a young recruit. He tells the Petals that his group of Brambles was attacked out of nowhere on Minotaur Island by some local creatures. “It was the oddest thing,” he added. “We then stumbled on a portal, spoke to an old Manfri then he sent us here. We ended up near that abandoned village over there. Found out that was a home to what is called “Tall men” Frightening creatures but never met one.. Thank the gods.. Anyways. We were investigating when my team became overwhelmed with this sickness and became insane. It hit our First Sergeant first. He attacked the others and we had to kill him. Then the majority of the team began to fall apart. I’m not sure what happened, but it must of been the blood.. Like I said.. I don’t know.. None of this makes any sense.
‘Our goal was this ship in the grass. We never made it on board. That is a a shame because I am a mighty good sailor. Suddenly, he realized, “How am I going to get home! The uninfected Brambles like me ran like cowards. That must be why they killed us. Cowards do not stand long…” “Why did you save me, take my life. I am a coward.” He drops his head in shame.
In total the five Recruits had (1) alchemist's fire; 5 chainmail, 5 heavy wooden shield, (2) +1 battleaxes, 3 glaives, (1) light crossbow with 20 bolts, 60 gp
In total the two Brigands had: (2) potions of remove disease , (10) masterwork arrows, (2) tanglefoot bags, (2) thunderstones; (2) leather armor, +1 composite longbow (+4 strength) with 20 arrows, (1) composite longbow (+2 strength) with 20 arrows; (2) longswords, and (2) saps
The sergeant had a chain shirt, (3) javelins, masterwork guisarme, masterwork longsword, manacles,
All weapons, armor, manacles, and shields are large size.
The tatzlewurm slowly paces back and forth about twenty feet in front of the ship’s bow. It occasionally pauses to glance at the party and then resumes its pacing.
Kiwina (Steve M) (29/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Sickened Tuesday April 3rd, 2018 12:53:19 AM "Thanks, Finnian."
If no one else objects, Kiwina will try one of the potions of remove disease. (OOC: I think he's the only one currently infected.)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=26 ; Tuesday April 3rd, 2018 2:02:04 AM
(Profession: Sailor=26) Tsak is inclined to believe the recruit and, whilst he can't condone cowardice, he can easily see how having your team turn on itself in an unknown world facing goodness know's what could cause the undoing of any sane creature. I guess we gather the gear, board the ship and sail these green 'seas' looking for adventure, and a Rapkes! I think we should invite this recruit to stay with us. I'll have a look over the ship and see if I can figure out how it works (Sailor 26). Who wants to talk this over with the wyrm?
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19 Hero P: 1) | Status: Vigilant Tuesday April 3rd, 2018 3:03:59 AM
Sable says, "If no one else objects, I would like the +1 bow to trade for a large one later. Can anyone use it now?"
Also, " Why don't we put everything onboard, bury the dead, and set sail on a hunt for the cure?"
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 13 | Status: Fatigued 3/10 Tuesday April 3rd, 2018 7:05:03 AM
Rolth agrees with Sable and Tsak that we should gather the loot and carefully bury the dead, without getting blood or other causes of infection on us, before setting out to sail. "But which way should we go?" He has no objection to Kiwina using the potion to stave off the disease.
(OOC: Don, I think the bow is already the right size--from the DM post "All weapons, armor, manacles, and shields are large size.")
Falco (BatMark subbing for Ryan) Tuesday April 3rd, 2018 7:08:41 AM
Falco climbs aboard the ship, and calls out to the wurm in Draconic, "Are you trying to get us to follow you? If so, please know that we are on a quest for a rapkes. We need one's claw in order to play our part in a ritual to banish this foul infestation from the Wold. Would you help us in this quest?"
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Tuesday April 3rd, 2018 1:17:05 PM
Elyas spends little time looking through the supplies, as clearly none of these taurs were spellcasters. He is intrigued by the ship, and quickly moves with the others to board once the decision is made to sail the grass plain.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None Tuesday April 3rd, 2018 7:26:20 PM
Gothruk will inspect the masterwork Guisarme and the tanglefoot bags, he'll keep it with his gear, could be useful later on.
Don't be too hard on yourself, if you truly feel bad use those feelings to become better. Become someone who you are proud to be. Self pity is an ugly emotion, do your best to keep yourself together, we will arrange to bury your companions and work out how to use this ship. Once we are underway you will have your time to grieve. In the meantime we are huge targets standing out in the open.
Sargrass Plains - Off into the wide gray-green yonder - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Tuesday April 3rd, 2018 9:06:53 PM Kiwina tries one of the potions of remove disease. [OOC: Roll to see if it cures the disease. To succeed you must succeed on 1d20 + caster level against a DC 20. The caster level for these potions is 9, so roll an 11 or higher.]
Tsak believes the recruit and sets to figuring out how to sail the vessel.
He realizes it sails like any sailing vessel of its type, except on grass rather than water. Even the anchor seems to function the same as a seafaring ship, but with a much shorter cable.
Sable claims the +1 large sized composite longbow (strength +4) [OOC: the bow is large size and allows the wielder to add +4 of their strength modifier to damage. Note that if someone with a strength modifier less than +4 attempts to use it, they cannot pull it back and fire it.]
Elyas spends little time looking through the supplies, as clearly none of these taurs were spellcasters.
Rolth, Sable, Gothruk, and Tsak load the loot on the ship and care for the dead before setting out to sail.
Falco climbs aboard calls out to the Wurm in draconic.
While the Petals are attending to their tasks, the tatzlewurm continues to pace before the bow of the ship, occasionally pausing to glance in their direction before resuming its restless motion.
At some point during your preparations the recruit speaks up, “Please, don’t leave me here.” He says while scratching his back furiously. “I will gladly help you sail this ship. I know her well.”
“I don’t want to be picked up by Sargrass pirates that roam around in their floating ships looking for merchants and people to pick up.”
The recruit smiles. “Just kidding. I have not seen any pirates.. Unless you have?”
When Falco speaks in Draconic, the wurm’s attention is captured again. When Falco finishes speaking, it sets off at a heading slightly port of straight ahead. After going about ten paces it turns to look at the ship.
It seems to be wanting to lead you somewhere. Do you trust it?
“Did you say rapke?” interjects the recruit, reacting to a word Falco used that is the same in Common as well as Draconic. ”I know where some are. I’ve heard they nest under an old wooden bridge near a dry river bed. I think my sergeant, bless his soul, called it a Bridge to Nowhere.”
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 13 | Status: Fatigued 4/10 Tuesday April 3rd, 2018 9:26:41 PM
Rolth, despite his fatigue, notices that this recruit seems to be lying to us repeatedly, and at glaive point blocks his path to board the ship. "So which is it, you know this ship well, or you just arrived here? You're uninfected, or your back really itches and you know what that means? You're afraid of pirates or you are a pirate? Explain yourself well and truly, or we might just have to leave you here and let the gods sort you out." If the recruit is so foolish as to try to push his way on board, Rolth will cut him down.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+7=15 ; Tuesday April 3rd, 2018 9:26:55 PM
(Climb=15) And this 'Bridge to Nowhere' is it in the general direction that the wurm wishes us to go?
Tsak is inclined to follow the wurm as it seems both intelligent, and more knowledgeable of the current situation than the petals.
He shimmies up the mast as far as he can (Crow's Nest?)(Climb=15) to see what can be seen.
Falco (BatMark subbing for Ryan) Tuesday April 3rd, 2018 9:29:02 PM
Falco calls out from the bow in Common, "I'm pretty sure it wants us to follow! Considering that it fought against the sick things, but showed mercy when asked, I think we should go along. What say you?"
Kiwina (Steve M) (29/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Sickened d20+9=17 ; Tuesday April 3rd, 2018 9:58:50 PM
Kiwina tries one potion, but it doesn't seem to work. He will wait a while before trying the other. Meanwhile, he helps the others load the ship and take care of the bodies.
Kiwina, too, thinks the bramble's story doesn't add up. "Tell us about these tall men, too," Kiwina adds, concerned that the infection might have something to do with the village being abandoned. "Is this their ship or yours?"
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Tuesday April 3rd, 2018 10:23:42 PM I'll follow the worm, Finnian says to Falco. "It seems to understand you, can you understand it?" he asks.
Finnian begins to follow the worm if the others agree.
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19 Hero P: 1) | Status: Vigilant d20+8=9 ; Wednesday April 4th, 2018 6:24:10 AM
Sable agrees, ”The Wurm looks to be our best bet here, let’s trust it and see if we can help in return”
Sable examines the mate to see if there is anything that can be done, (Nat 1 on Perception). ”Damn, where did that other Wurm drop...?”
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Wednesday April 4th, 2018 9:53:48 AM "A bridge to nowhere sounds like just the place for the Petals at this point. Plus following a wurm seems about right after the other things we have been though."
Falco is clearly relived by the presence of the ship not liking his chances with the grass over a long trip. He moves to the very front of the ship ostensibly to keep an eye out but really just to see what there is to see.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Wednesday April 4th, 2018 5:56:02 PM a ship is a ship I suppose, whether it is at sea or floating on the grass. I think we are better off on this thing than on foot. Hopefully our skill at sea will translate to this contraption
Elyas has little to add to the conversation with the bramble, and feels that the poor taur has enough questions to answer already. He agrees that following the wyrm seems as good an option as any
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+7=24 ; Wednesday April 4th, 2018 7:09:05 PM
Gothruk rounds on the injured Taur I just stood between a helpless you and a huge snake, with it's fangs beared. And you decide to lie to us. We should just leave you here tied up, see what gets you first the heat or the snakes. If I were you I would cut any nonsense and start telling us exactly what we ask when we ask it. (Intimidate) 1D20+7=24
Sargrass Plains- Grass Ship - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Wednesday April 4th, 2018 8:56:57 PM
“Whoa,” says the recruit clearly intimidated. “Character flaw. I have a character flaw. I joke when I’m stress. I am not hiding anything. Please believe me. I am a sailor. I know how to sail. Am I infected?” He itched furiously. “Gah… now I am going to die. Just push me over the side of the ship before I turn. How about this. I will sail this ship for you, for a ride and one of those vials of remove disease? That’s it.. I will not require anything else. Is that a deal?”
Tsak “And this 'Bridge to Nowhere' is it in the general direction that the wurm wishes us to go?” Tsak is inclined to follow the wurm as it seems both intelligent, and more knowledgeable of the current situation than the petals.
He shimmies up the mast as far as he can (Crow's Nest?)(Climb=15) to see what can be seen. “I will be honest. I have no idea where the bridge is. Please don’t think less of me but I think that beast in the grass knows. Thank you for saving me, by the way. I certainly owe you my life.” “I shouldn’t of mentioned the Tall men. I get excited and I talk too much. From what I could gather in the village back there they are assassins. Frightfully tall assassins. They are not creatures you want to meet in a field of grasses. Elyas “a ship is a ship I suppose, whether it is at sea or floating on the grass. I think we are better off on this thing than on foot. Hopefully our skill at sea will translate to this contraption”
Elyas has little to add to the conversation with the bramble, and feels that the poor taur has enough questions to answer already. He agrees that following the wyrm seems as good an option as any ----- Aboard the ship are supplies and a place to sleep. The Bramble recruit waits for word on whether he can join.
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19 Hero P: 1) | Status: Vigilant Wednesday April 4th, 2018 9:40:30 PM
Sable looks at the other party members and nods, ”Seems a fair deal”
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Wednesday April 4th, 2018 10:25:49 PM
Finnian moves to the front of the ship and comments that he remembers something about a bridge and that perhaps following the worm is the best Idea.
[ooc: did we determine if the worm was an animal or some sort of magical beast. I ask because I have speak with animals prepared and was considering using it until it looked like the creature understood Falco]
Kiwina (Steve M) (29/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Sickened d20+7=12 ; Thursday April 5th, 2018 12:09:14 AM "If we leave the bramble, it might be a death sentence -- as sure as leaving those centaurs on the shoals would have been. But I'm not up for giving him the second potion when the one I tried hasn't worked. Did we end up with an extra from the manfri?" Kiwina watches the bramble, to see if he really does know his way around this ship. (Roll: perception = 12)
"But yes, if the ship is his and doesn't belong to these tall men, let's use it to follow that wyrm."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=9 ; d20+7=25 ; d20+6=13 ; Thursday April 5th, 2018 1:10:18 AM
(Heal=9, Climb=25, Sailor=13) Unable to see much from the top of the mast Tsak makes his way down (climb=25) and checks out the recruits back to see if he is indeed infected (Heal - just to check, not to treat =9).
Kiwina, you use the second potion, I'll keep an eye on our 'friend' here and if his starts to turn we'll deal with it then. I don't have one from the manfri, anyone else?
He will then do what he can to set sail (Sailor=13) and follow the wurm.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Thursday April 5th, 2018 4:01:24 AM "I see no problem in bringing this taur with us. He is stranded alone here, much like i was when you all saved me during the tournament. I feel good about passing on the favor!"
To the Bramble, Elyas will ask "How many people does it take to crew this ship? We have several experienced sailors in our number, we will use what skill we have to help sail this thing if you just tell us what you need us to do"
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Thursday April 5th, 2018 6:59:05 AM
Rolth agrees to let the bramble on board, standing aside to let him pass. "Very well, but until you have proven yourself trustworthy, we cannot make you Captain. Are you satisfied with promotion to First Mate (Provisional)?" To the others, he asks, "Who shall be nominal Captain, in case we need to make a quick decision in a crisis? I am willing, but do not want to be presumptuous. In any event, I agree that we should follow the wurm."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Thursday April 5th, 2018 8:19:10 AM "I agree with the others and have someone familiar with sailing in the grass can only help us. Not sure I will be much help in sailing, last time I was on a boat I spent the whole time sick, of course that could have had to do with the water elementals."
Through the discussion he keeps near the front of the ship anxious to see who this whole thing works.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4| Status: None d20+5=13 ; Thursday April 5th, 2018 7:36:33 PM
Gothruk tries to see if the recruit is lying. (sense motive 1D20+5=13)
So is he infected? he asks Tsak.
He'll then go about getting in position to help get the ship underway.
Sargrass Plains- Grass Ship Part II - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Thursday April 5th, 2018 9:09:41 PM
Question about the Tatzlewurm - Know Nature or Arcana vs DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { After some reflection you realize the wurm is actually a type of dragon. }
The Bramble seems to bumble a bit but finds his sea legs. As a recruit his sailing skills are not tip top but the ship seems to move smoothly. He accepts any help he can from the Petals. At this point he does not seem to be a threat.
The Bramble itches furiously. With a quick inspection between the large vine-like tentacles stretched across his body, you find he indeed has the symptoms.
To the Bramble, Elyas will ask "How many people does it take to crew this ship? We have several experienced sailors in our number, we will use what skill we have to help sail this thing if you just tell us what you need us to do" The Bramble notes the sails need several men to tend to them. Turn them when needed. Any repairs would have to be done by seperate men, with exceptional climbing skills. “I am being honest. My team got no further than where you saved me. I do not know where this bridge is. I know of the bridge, but not where it is. I am trusting our little guide to take us,” adds the Bramble. “Oh, I also need a scout out front to tell me where the little thing is going.”
Rolth agrees to let the bramble on board, standing aside to let him pass. "Very well, but until you have proven yourself trustworthy, we cannot make you Captain. Are you satisfied with promotion to First Mate (Provisional)?" To the others, he asks, "Who shall be nominal Captain, in case we need to make a quick decision in a crisis? I am willing, but do not want to be presumptuous. In any event, I agree that we should follow the wurm."
“I have no Captain hat,” the Bramble says in a sing song way. “I am just the sailor here…” “Hey, I’ve never met a water elemental. Friendly creature?” Gothruk wonders if the recruit is lying but finds the Bramble is being honest.
Once it sees the ship is underway, the tatzlewurm starts loping rapidly through the grass in the direction it was trying to lead the Petals. Although it is running at a steady clip it takes some effort to keep from sailing past it. Profession Sailor check DC10 by the acting captain or sail right over the creature.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+5=15 ; d20+10=16 ; Thursday April 5th, 2018 10:01:34 PM
Rolth takes one look at Kiwina's steady stance on the deck, and knows that he should be our leader on board. He gives a snappy salute and shouts, "Three cheers for Captain K! Huzzah! Huzzah! Huzzah!" He then makes himself useful about the ship, while keeping a watchful eye for threats both on board and off. (Profession Sailor to assist Kiwina = 15, aids for +2; Perception = 16) He also asks our new brambletaur ally his name, since he doesn't recall hearing it yet.
Kiwina (Steve M) (29/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Sickened d20+4=10 ; d20+7=25 ; Friday April 6th, 2018 12:30:01 AM
(Roll: nature = 10)
Kiwina is willing to act as captain, although he plans to hold off on taking the potion for the moment. With a steady crew helping, it should not be too hard to follow the wyrm. (Roll to avoid sailing over the wyrm = 25 plus aid from the others.)
"Falco, can you find out how long our friend expects it will take to reach this place?" If an encounter seems imminent before any further change, Kiwina will take the potion then.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Friday April 6th, 2018 8:26:26 AM
Addressing the barmbles question Falco smiles.
"Friendly? Not so much but they were quite amazing as was the ship. It was full of holes but instead of sinking it was carried by several water elementals. There was some powerful magic at work to say the least. Between that ship and now this ship that sails on grass I feel like we are living in an epic story."
He pauses thinking his excitement might be out of place.
"I am sorry about the others you sailed with. It must be hard to lose so many you know and have to throw in with a bunch of strangers. How long do you think this journey will take ym new friend?"
While talking Falco also spends some time casting detect magic in front of the boat hoping to see any magical threat before they run into it.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+6=22 ; Friday April 6th, 2018 10:26:11 AM
Elyas stands on the bow of the ship keeping an eye on the direction the wyrm is moving and will relay that information to those manning the sails and the wheel.
Profession Sailor of 22 for that task, using hand signals and commands that other sailors would recognize, and hopefully avoiding any confusion!
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4| Status: None d20=11 ; Friday April 6th, 2018 6:36:40 PM
Gothruk helps sail the ship Untrained Sailor check = 11 enough to add a +2 to kiwina's role.
He'll have a good look around for any similar floating boats in any other direction when he gets a break from pulling ropes and heaving chains.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+1=14 ; d20+6=13 ; d20+8=21 ; Friday April 6th, 2018 7:43:29 PM
(Know Nature: Spoiler=14 Fail,Profession: Sailor=13, Perception=21) Tsak makes his best effort to work with the ropes and sails to keep the ship moving (Sailor=13).
Having noticed the infection on the bramble he decides to keep an eye on it's behavior, hoping to notice any warning signs of change(Perception=21).
That keeps him busy and he loses track of time as he enjoys the pleasure of simple work in this strange setting.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=19 ; Friday April 6th, 2018 8:34:57 PM
Glad that this ship isn't being propelled by a giant elemental Finnian searchers for any sight of life on the planes. [Perception= 19]
Sargrass Plains- Grass Ship Part III - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock d20=7 ; d20=6 ; d20=11 ; Friday April 6th, 2018 10:16:28 PM
To Rolth “My name? Um.. I don’t want to sound dishonest but Brambles don’t have names. We are normally called Bramble or our rank, like Recruit. Umm.. I had a name once, before I was turned into a Bramble.. What was that name..” The Bramble pauses then adds to Falco “That is amazing. I heard about the ship, don’t recall the name but I never had a chance to see it. I understand that all ships within the Taur Islands are now destroyed. You all are great sailors. I am proud to stand with you.”
The trip stretched out as did the day. Thirty-six hours days to be exact. The tatzelwurm weaved in and out of the grass, occasionally meeting over wurms. After a long day dusk began but of course it stretched on forever. The tatzelwurm stopped to rest. The recruit stood at the wheel smiling and full of the same energy he started with. The rash covered his right side. The bramble stopped the boat and itched furiously. “If you all want to rest, I’ll be ok. I think the little wurm wants to rest. I’ll mop the deck and fix the sails. I think I saw some places to rest but I’m good. I don’t need any rest… I’m a bit hungry but I’m not sure what I want. I think I’m going to check out the mess. I believe it has one but he then noticed a native bird. Know Nature DC vs. 7 Highlight to display spoiler: { This is a blind swallow. The swallows are few and far between. They make a tasty meal.}
Outside of the boat you notice mountains towering on the left and more grass on the right. Behind you is a huge prairie of grass
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+1=14 ; Saturday April 7th, 2018 12:20:29 AM
(Know Nature: spoiler=14 Pass) I believe that is a blind swallow, I've heard they are tasty when roasted, not sure lighting a fire on a wooden boat in the middle of a grass plane is the best idea tho. Is there a fire pit on board? Also Falco are you able to find out how long the wurm will need to rest. Potentially we need to set up a sleep roster, these weird days will start to take a toll at some stage. Additionally has anyone thought about what to do once we sight a Rapke, I've heard them described as an elephant sized dinosaur - not something I'd want to tangle with without a plan? Tsak, realising he is rambling a little looks somewhat abashed and apologetic toward his companions. Maybe the long days are getting to him already...
Kiwina (Steve M) (29/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Sickened d20+4=13 ; Saturday April 7th, 2018 1:17:14 PM
(Roll: nature = 13)
Kiwina considers the course they have followed so far. If they have been travelling straight, then the ship could be kept on that course through the night, with the wurm on board. "Falco, what can you find out about where we're going and how long it will take? Should we keep going, or stop for the night?" Of course, it could be that they are going to stop at the mountains anyway.
Kiwina does not want the Bramble to be unwatched through the night. He plans on trying the other remove disease potion in the morning if his condition hasn't improved by then.
"How were you turned into a bramble?" he asks their reluctant guest. "What was your name before that?"
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (25/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Sunday April 8th, 2018 9:44:44 AM
(OOC: Could we have gotten some sleep in shifts during the long day? I don't think we would have gone 36 hours straight unless there was no other option. That could also provide some healing for folks who are wounded.)
Rolth agrees that we should set watches and get some sleep, because this seems to be quite a dangerous place. "With respect to the Rapkes, perhaps we should keep our distance and just pepper it with ranged fire? This ship is quite fast, so that should buy us at least some time before we have to engage up close. At that point, perhaps we can surround it, to keep it from focusing on any one of us. One other idea is to find a dead one, and take its claw. Are they intelligent enough to talk to? If so, maybe one would lead us to a Rapkes graveyard, out of self preservation if nothing else. Meanwhile, does anyone have some healing spells to use before we go to sleep?"
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Sunday April 8th, 2018 5:14:16 PM "We could call you something new if you don't remember your old name! Maybe... Ronnie? Ronnie the Recruit...
Elyas agrees that watches are needed, as there have already been a number of threats in this plane.
"I do like the idea of fighting at range if at all possible. We have a lot of skilled archers and spell-slingers here, and hunting is often best for the hunter at longer and longer ranges...
Sable (BatMark subbing for Don) d20+10=22 ; Sunday April 8th, 2018 9:16:40 PM
Sable volunteers to take one watch, settling in with his bow and keeping a sharp eye out for trouble (on and off the ship.) He is all for fighting the rapkes from a distance when the time comes, but is also ready to close to melee if needed. (Perception = 22, plus another 2 if vs monstrous humanoids)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Monday April 9th, 2018 8:45:30 AM
As the Wurm slows Falco calls out in draconic to the creature. "Friend, a rest would be welcome to us all I think. We are glad for the guide but how long do you think this journey will take us? We need to be prepared. Also is there anything that you need?"
When the bird is spotted Falco smiles. "Yes, they are known to be quite tasty. I am sure we can work out a way to cook the thing if one of you can bring it down."
{ooc: Didn't roll since +9 Know Nature}
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4| Status: None Monday April 9th, 2018 8:36:07 PM Would you like to see if you can shoot that bird Finnian? You're the best shot here.
Gothruk will take second watch and position himself where he can see the Bramble, even following him around pretending to be interested in talking quietly with him if need be.
Sargrass Plains- Grass Ship Part IV - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock d20=7 ; d20=19 ; Monday April 9th, 2018 9:25:36 PM Sable volunteers to take one watch, settling in with his bow and keeping a sharp eye out for trouble (on and off the ship.) He is all for fighting the rapkes from a distance when the time comes, but is also ready to close to melee if needed. (Perception = 22, plus another 2 if vs monstrous humanoids)
The Petals talk strategy as Sable keeps an eye out with first watch. When the bird is spotted Falco smiles. "Yes, they are known to be quite tasty. I am sure we can work out a way to cook the thing if one of you can bring it down." Elyas talks to the Bramble who eyeballs the blind swallow. “Ronnie… Rapke.. Umm.. Ramsey.. Yeah.. it’s Ramsey. You haven’t heard the story of Caryln. Oh, it’s quite a story. It has always been seen as a tale on Minotaur Island but I tell you this it’s true. From what I understand she is upset over the kidnapping and killing of the Prince. She took it out on us minotaur, converting us all to Bramble.” “I didn’t know there was a Prince in Taur Islands.. I don’t know much else. When the meteorites started falling, it caused all sorts of chaos. It killed many on the island. Sargent found one of the craters and we then stepped into the portal. That’s how we got here.”
Falco Ambersier As the Wurm slows Falco calls out in draconic to the creature. "Friend, a rest would be welcome to us all I think. We are glad for the guide but how long do you think this journey will take us? We need to be prepared. Also is there anything that you need?"
The Wurm sits up and stares upward at Falco. Falco can tell his words are heard, but are they understood? The wurm contemplates… for a moment.. It then curls back up and falls asleep. Gothruk volunteers to take on the second shift. ---- The night trods on without incident. Sable and Gothruk only Perception vs. DC 7 Highlight to display spoiler: { You notice the Bramble (Ramsey) is still awake. He wanders the outside of the boat deck talking to himself.} Sable only Highlight to display spoiler: { The tatzelwurm seems to of disappeared. Will it be back?} Gothruk's shift is almost up. (OOC: Feel free to rest. A moment of reprieve that may not last too long.. Wink..wink Who is taking the other shifts and how do you want to do the rest of the break?)
Sable (BatMark subbing for Don) Monday April 9th, 2018 9:49:11 PM
Sable will tell the other party members when they awake that the wurm has disappeared, at least for now. Maybe it is down in the grass? He will then get some rest himself, as Gothruk comes onto watch, hopefully with at least one companion to join Gothruk on watch.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=19 ; Monday April 9th, 2018 9:53:55 PM
Rolth awakes to take the third watch, feeling well rested and hale. He will keep a lookout for the return of the wurm, any approaching threats, and any change in the infected Bramble. (Perception = 19)
(OOC: Don't forget that you regain 1hp/level with a good night's sleep.)
Kiwina (Steve M) (29/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Sickened d20+7=12 ; Tuesday April 10th, 2018 12:31:24 AM
(If we double up on shifts, Kiwina will take 4th -- otherwise 5th.) When it is his turn to watch, Kiwina also keeps tabs on the bramble as well as watching in general. Even if the bramble sleeps. (Roll: perception = 12)
Once his watch is up, Kiwina spends some time studying the sky, comparing it to what he used to at home.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+8=19 ; Tuesday April 10th, 2018 2:16:57 AM
(Perception=19) Tsak will take 4th watch (Perception=19) after which he'll settle down to sleep again, wary of the toll this weird time system is taking on his mind and body.
Finnian (BatMark subbing for Zeke) Tuesday April 10th, 2018 7:02:12 AM
Finnian will take the first watch with Sable, waiting to see what further wonders this strange place will produce. He spends the time watching for threats and taking note of any changes in the natural environment around the ship. (Perception = ; Knowledge Nature = )
Finnian (BatMark subbing for Zeke) d20+10=27 ; d20+11=26 ; Tuesday April 10th, 2018 7:03:54 AM
(OOC With the rolls this time)
(Perception = 27; Knowledge Nature = 26)
Finnian will also volunteer to use the CLW wand on anyone that needs it before he turns in for some shuteye. (Make your own rolls in your posts as needed)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Tuesday April 10th, 2018 7:07:12 AM
If woken for a watch Falco will grumble about having to prepare spells before going to take his position and needing his beauty sleep.
Once the others are up and he learns of the wurm leaving he is clearly concerned.
"I hope my questioning him did not cause frustration. Seems unlikely, maybe it is just looking for food."
After that he finds a quiet spot to prepare his spells for the day. Thinking it would be best to have spells that will slow enemies down he focuses on that. Well that and prestidigitation, it always helps to keep everyone clean.
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2nd— glitterdust(DC 17) / glitterdust(DC 17) / summonmonster II
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Tuesday April 10th, 2018 8:08:01 AM
Elyas focuses on getting a good night's sleep. Some nights he feels bad about not taking a watch, but this time he is very tired, and knows his spells will be way more valuable to the team than a shift of night watch. Early in the morning he wakes up and settles in with his spellbook, preparing for the day.
Sargrass Plains- Grass Ship Part V - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Tuesday April 10th, 2018 9:21:27 PM
The Petals take turns resting and taking watch.
The Bramble becomes overwhelmed by fatigue and falls asleep near the bow of the ship. He is not asleep for long when he wakes up suddenly screaming.
Not too long into first watch Sable notices a change in the Bramble. Sable and anyone else on first watch make a Heal Check DC10 or a Perception Check DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {A quick examination reveals the disease has progressed. The Bramble has a rising temperature and there is a hint of blood welling up in the corners of his eyes. }
Those awake and those asleep who succeed at a Perception DC10 Highlight to display spoiler: { Ramsey then fusses and shouts. “I am ok. I just fell asleep for a moment.” He attempted to stand but fell.
“I’m ok.. Seriously. I just need to get my feet under me,” the Bramble insists, but the next moment he hurls himself toward the bow of the ship, leans over, and pukes.
“I’m sorry Mr. Tatzlewurm. I’m so sorry.. I didn’t know you were there.
No..no.. do not climb the boat. Do not come up here. You have to save me. The wurm is coming for me.” With that Ramsey begins to shake. }
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4| Status: None d20+7=9 ; d20=13 ; d20+9=27 ; Tuesday April 10th, 2018 11:27:36 PM
Heal 1d20=13 To display spoiler Perception 1D20+7 to display spoiler.
Gothruk sighs. We should give him the potion of cure disease. Hopefully Kiwina will be able to fight off the disease on his own. It's the only solution I can think of that saves both the bramble and our guild the wurm. Falco! talk to the wurm, let it know that we can cure the Taur and that we will do so immediately, if he isn't less sick in an hour we will all kill him to prevent the diseases spread.
Gothruk (as long as no one else objects) will help the bramble drink the potion of cure disease and use a hero point to increase the save the bramble gets by 8.
Kiwina (Steve M) (29/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Sickened d20+7=27 ; Tuesday April 10th, 2018 11:55:45 PM
(Roll: perception = 27)
The bramble's fussing wakes Kiwina, who can guess he is becoming more ill. "When it's light again, we need to make a thorough search of this ship."
Finnian (BatMark subbing for Zeke) d20+5=10 ; Wednesday April 11th, 2018 6:36:11 AM
Assuming that Falco can buy us time with the wurm, Finnian will work with Sable and whoever else can help to treat Kiwina and Ramsey's disease, which should improve their chances of fending off the infection. (Heal = 10 to aid, success for a +2 to Sable's check)
Sable (BatMark subbing for Don) d20+6=15 ; Wednesday April 11th, 2018 6:38:55 AM
Sable will try to treat disease on Kiwina and Ramsey, with assists from Finnian and anyone else who cares to help. (Heal = 17, plus any other assists beyond Finnian; looks like he needs two more assists to succedd) He will also keep a sap near to hand, in case we need to knock out an afflicted creature.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Wednesday April 11th, 2018 6:45:17 AM
Rolth will ask Ramsey if he will allow himself to be manacled, to prevent him harming himself if the disease progresses. If so, Rolth will use the manacles that we found on the dead brambles to do so. Quietly to the Petals only , he suggests that we wait to see whether Kiwina also starts to turn before using the last potion on Ramsey. It is a grim choice, but we have a quest that must succeed and Kiwina is part of our company.
(OOC: I'm assuming that Kiwina will soon be getting his daily save vs the disease, as occurred last time. If the heal checks reveal that it wouldn't be necessary, then Rolth is fine with using the potion on Ramsey.)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4| Status: None Wednesday April 11th, 2018 12:27:50 PM
(perhaps Kiwina should use a hero point to almost grantee that he makes the save)
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+4=11 ; Wednesday April 11th, 2018 12:53:38 PM
Elyas hears a commotion that is just loud enough to rouse him from sleep.
He looks over and sees the petals talking to an agitated and obviously changed bramble and is immediately much more awake.
He gets to his feet and stumbles over,
What happened? Why has he changed so quickly?
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=11 ; Wednesday April 11th, 2018 1:51:01 PM
Hearing a commotion Falco sits and rubs his eyes.
"What is..... is that our bramble friend?"
He heads up to the top to see the commotion shouting in draconic in case the wurm has returned.
Draconic: "If he is worse let us try and help please. Maybe we can cure instead of kill."
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2nd— glitterdust(DC 17) / glitterdust(DC 17) / summonmonster II
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+8=25 ; d20+6=11 ; Wednesday April 11th, 2018 5:48:48 PM
(Perception vs spoiler=25, Heal=11,+2 assist to Sable) Tsak, woken from sleep, nods to Rolth That's our best chance to cure them both He then makes his way to the prow to keep an eye on the wurm. If things settle he will try to get more sleep and go back to his original plan to keep 4th watch.
Sargrass Plains- Grass Ship Part V - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock d20=11 ; d20=14 ; Wednesday April 11th, 2018 9:46:30 PM
The Wurm successfully climbs the ship. It breaches the edge of the ship and heads for the bramble. Ramsey’s cries and walks backward. “No..no..no…. Stay away.. Stay away. I have no interest in poisoning this land or whatever you think we were doing. No...no.. no... “ A puff of toxin floats from the tatzelwurm jaws. Hearing a commotion Falco sits and rubs his eyes. "What is..... is that our bramble friend?" He heads up to the top to see the commotion shouting in draconic in case the wurm has returned. Draconic: "If he is worse let us try and help please. Maybe we can cure instead of kill." Anyone approaching the tatzelwurm must make a Fort save DC 12 to not be poisoned.
The wurm stops when Falco speaks. The poison seeps upward into a 5 foot cloud.
The group suggests curing Ramsey with the last potion. Ramsey takes the potion, thanks the group and swallows it. He stretches and pauses. He then collapses onto the deck of the boat. [OOC: Roll to see if it cures the disease. To succeed you must succeed on 1d20 + caster level against a DC 20. The caster level for these potions is 9, so roll an 11 or higher.] (OOC: DM Roll to confirm cure of Ramsey: 14 plus assistance - cured)
(perhaps Kiwina should use a hero point to almost grantee that he makes the save) (OOC: I'm assuming that Kiwina will soon be getting his daily save vs the disease, as occurred last time. If the heal checks reveal that it wouldn't be necessary, then Rolth is fine with using the potion on Ramsey.)
The night hangs on.... the daily save vs. the disease is valid.
Kiwina (Steve M) (29/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Sickened Thursday April 12th, 2018 12:45:03 AM
Kiwina forces himself back to sleep until his watch, which is not an easy task at first, but he reminds himself that if he were really bad off the wurm would be pretty obviously annoyed with him.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=23 ; Thursday April 12th, 2018 7:11:06 AM
With the drama apparently over, Rolth goes back to sleep until his watch comes. While on watch, he will keep a sharp eye out for trouble. (Perception = 23)
Finnian (BatMark subbing for Zeke) d20+10=25 ; Thursday April 12th, 2018 7:13:50 AM
Finnian too will take his turn to rest when the time comes, and in the meantime keep a wary guard over his sleeping companions. (Perception = 25)
Sable (BatMark subbing for Don) Thursday April 12th, 2018 7:15:02 AM
Sable will make a last check of Kiwina's condition before he hands over the watch, then turn in himself for some rest.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Thursday April 12th, 2018 8:52:27 AM
Draconic "Thank you friend. You have my word that if he, or anyone, were to turn on the land we will deal with them quickly. I am glad you are back, do you have any idea how long this journey will take us?"
Falco will sit up with the bramble for a bit to see if he stirs. After a bit he will go back to sleep being sure to get enough that he can be effective the next day if needed.
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2nd— glitterdust(DC 17) / glitterdust(DC 17) / summonmonster II
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Thursday April 12th, 2018 12:42:42 PM
Elyas breathes a sigh of relief when the situation is diffused. He lays awake for a while before he is able to get back to sleep.
"Any one of us could end up like our poor bramble friend. These grasses have to be stopped. whatever it takes"
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+8=22 ; Thursday April 12th, 2018 5:56:12 PM
(Perception=22) Tsak finds he is able to get a little more rest before he is up again for fourth watch (Perception).
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4| Status: None Thursday April 12th, 2018 6:03:37 PM
Gothruk receives some well deserved rest.
Such stressful situations, he thinks to himself.
Sargrass Plains- Grass Ship Part VI - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Thursday April 12th, 2018 9:41:10 PM Kiwina forces himself back to sleep until his watch, which is not an easy task at first, but he reminds himself that if he were really bad off the wurm would be pretty obviously annoyed with him. (OOC: Ah….. ;))
The tatzelwurm approaches Ramsey, pushing its way through to inspect the infected bramble. After a tense moment the wurm turns, sniffs the air and slowly heads near Kiwina. The wurm waits till Sable leaves. It approaches Kiwina looks to Falco and settles nearby. Falco Ambersier Draconic "Thank you friend. You have my word that if he, or anyone, were to turn on the land we will deal with them quickly. I am glad you are back, do you have any idea how long this journey will take us?" Falco only Highlight to display spoiler: { Think of the tatzlewurm like a dog. You can talk to them but you will get no much more than a glance. There is an understanding but it’s very limited. } Sable will make a last check of Kiwina's condition before he hands over the watch, then turn in himself for some rest. The infection begins to tug at Kiwina’s belly. The rest is does get is short.
The Petals rest. The darkness stretches on till everyone is rested. The sun reluctantly peeks from the horizon. (OOC: What is your plan?)
Sable (Don) ( HP 28/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19 Hero P: 1) | Status: Vigilant Friday April 13th, 2018 12:02:47 AM
Sable dreams of large bovine women and getting off trick shots with his newly found bow, dropping enemy miscreants by the score. He smiles as he sleeps...
Finnian (BatMark subbing for Zeke) Friday April 13th, 2018 6:54:40 AM
Finnian starts awake, and rushes over to check on Kiwina's condition. He encourages Kiwina to add his own healing arts to the efforts of his fellow Petals, as the failure to shake of the disease could have catastrophic effects.
(OOC: Make your heal check Steve, you only need a DC10 to succeed in aiding our efforts. I'll defer to the DMs whether you then need a save too. If so, a hero point would probably be in order, because even with a bonus from the healing we all did, you would only have a 50-50 chance to make the roll.)
Once Kiwina is safe, Finnian will look to Falco to talk to the wurm and see if it knows where we can find a rapkes or otherwise help our quest.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=17 ; Friday April 13th, 2018 6:58:16 AM
Rolth will stand by near his ailing comrade Kiwina, ready to restrain him if the disease has gone too far. "Domi, protect this one, he is needed by the Wold!"
Assuming Kiwina suceeds in fighting off the disease, Rolth too is ready to continue our adventure and looks to Falco to do the talking. While the discussion goes on, he'll keep a sharp eye out for threats. (Perception = 17)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Friday April 13th, 2018 7:17:00 AM
As always Falco leaps from his resting place ready to tackle the day. With some willpower he composes himself to prepare his mind with his spells for the day before rushing to the front of the boat to see if anything has changed. Next he checks to be sure that their bramble friend is ok and if satisfied he approaches the wurm.
Draconic: "I think we are ready to follow you when you are ready my friend."
Kiwina (Steve M) (35/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | Status: Sickened? d20+6=20 ; d20+16=19 ; d8+1=3 ; d20+9=27 ; Friday April 13th, 2018 10:05:38 AM
Kiwina helps the others in their efforts at healing him (heal = 20). (If the time comes for him to make a save for the disease, he will burn a hero point. save: [d20 + 6 (fortitude) + 4 (heal) + 8 (hero point) -2 (sickened)] = 19).
While the party plans their next step, Kiwina will take Finnian up on yesterday's offer of a cure from the wand (CLW = 3).
"How are we going to handle this -- follow the wurm, or head to the mountains? Either way, did we check out the ship to see what might be on board, like any food or water?" (perception = 27 to look, 25 if still sickened)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4| Status: None d20=7 ; Friday April 13th, 2018 11:34:49 AM
Gothruk gets up, another long day ahead.
We should follow the Wurm right? It's intelligent, obviously against the spread of the disease and it's trying to show us something.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Friday April 13th, 2018 6:47:03 PM I agree, we should follow the wurm, even if only to satisfy curiosity as to what it wants.
Sargrass Plains- Grass Ship Part VI - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Friday April 13th, 2018 9:13:34 PM
Kiwina is successfully cured, with help from the party and due in large part to your hero sacrifice ;) The wurm grumbles and inspects the bramble, Kiwina and the rest of the deck. The worm acknowledges Falco then makes its it's way down the hill of the boat. Once on the ground the worm begins to head East of the mountains. Ramsey wakes up refreshed and smiling. “I am so happy. You are heroes. I am under your debt. Please allow me to guide you. Do we want to follow the tatzelwurm? “Those mountains are at least two days away,” Ramsey says. “... but we are heading East. I think I saw a map in the Captain's quarters. I was up all night wandering around. Also, there is a galley below with food.” The Petals work to get the sails up and the ship starts to move. Which way do you head?
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=25 ; Friday April 13th, 2018 9:32:55 PM
Rolth is quite relieved that Kiwina and Ramsey are on the mend. "Well, all we know is that we need to find a rapkes' claw. Any ideas where that might be? Falco, did you let the wurm know that is what we are seeking? Kiwina, I agree that searching the ship is a good idea, and that map Ramsey mentioned sounds worth checking out. Some of us should keep a strong watch above decks, though, because the plains have a reputation for being deadly. Perhaps our bow-wielders and an arcanist could keep an eye out while we search?" With that, Rolth will start looking around for items of interest. (Perception = 25)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+8=13 ; Friday April 13th, 2018 10:16:24 PM
(Perception=13) Tsak is only too happy to grab his bow and take to the stern of the ship to keep watch.
I think it would be foolish to stop following the wurm without knowing where it is taking us and why?
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19 Hero P: 1) | Status: Vigilant d20+8=26 ; Saturday April 14th, 2018 2:42:06 AM
Sable awakes and hearing the reference to the captain’s quarters, begins to look around the vessel - performing an inventory of the interesting items (Perception 26), starting with the captain’s space, then galley, then hold and rest of the ship.
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 1) | Status: Vigilant Saturday April 14th, 2018 3:20:22 AM
Sable adjusts his equipment and takes some items from group treasure, including a +1 large battle axe, large chain shirt, and arrows.
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant Saturday April 14th, 2018 3:21:00 AM
With adjusted Hero Point total...
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+5=13 ; d20+4=21 ; Saturday April 14th, 2018 9:20:46 AM
Elyas helps man the sails as he has the previous day. He is happy to let the others catalog and explore the ship, and will keep watch for threats coming at their ship.
profession sailor = 13 perception = 21
Kiwina (Steve M) (35/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+6=26 ; d20+9=16 ; Saturday April 14th, 2018 12:57:06 PM
(OOC: Kiwina's roll for searching was made last turn) Rolls: geography = 26, perception = 16
If the group finds maps or charts, Kiwina studies them and the surrounding area, and talks with the bramble to get the best idea he can of where the group is now and where it started the day before. He expects the wurm to lead the party further in the same direction, but it's best to have some idea of this himself.
Although he's not sure the wurm will understand, Kiwina asks Finnian, "Finnian, can you find out how much longer the wurm expects the trip to take?" It might be possible to get to the place faster if the wurm stays on the ship -- the ship should be faster, and they wouldn't have to worry about overrunning their guide.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=18 ; Sunday April 15th, 2018 9:45:14 PM
With Tsak watching their surroundings Finnian goes below deck with the others to explore. [perception=18, I don't know if we take 10 and 20 here in the Wold, but if we do Finnian will take a couple hours and give the place a thurough search taking 20 for a 30]
[Kiwina, I think you mean Falco, he's the one who knows Draconian]
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Monday April 16th, 2018 6:58:05 AM
Responding to Kiwana. "I did try and find out how long the trip would be but, while able to understand to some degree, the wurm cannot communicate back. Think of it as talking to a dog. They get roughly what you are saying but that is about it."
Watching the others take up locations around the boat Falco smiles but loses interest almost immediately.
"I believe our new fried mentioned food. I will check that out."
He quickly slips below deck with no intention of feeding anyone but himself.
Sargrass Plains- Grass Ship Part VII - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock d20=15 ; Monday April 16th, 2018 8:39:09 PM
The food within the galley is dried meat. Preserved for long trips. Perception vs DC: 15 (Pass, food tastes great. Fail it’s disgusting) The choices are limited. Dried rapke strips, without the claw. Blind swallow dried on a stick. Kiwina finds the map and takes a look. Kiwina only Highlight to display spoiler: { If you follow the mountains from the East to West you find a river. He and the bramble notice a bridge further West. } The wurm unfortunately is focused on moving forward. It doesn’t seem to be too worried about being overtaken.
Outside on the deck, the grass moves like a colorful lake under the ship. The wind picks up and carries everyone toward the destination. Tall animals, with thin legs step through the Sargrass. These ancient creatures walk without a care in the world. The day winds on.
The heat beats down anyone above deck: (Survive in the Wilderness: Survival: DC 15 or Fort save: Failure 1d4 non lethal dmg till the ship is moving again.)
The wind slows, as does the ship until it sits under the hottest part of the day. The tatzelwurm hides from the heat, under the ship. (How will you get the ship moving again?)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=30 ; Monday April 16th, 2018 8:54:20 PM
Rolth asks, "Hey guys, is there some sort of ship's log that might mention how they dealt with being becalmed in this heat? Maybe one of you learned fellows could take a look? How about you, Ramsey, and experience in this situation? While we sort it out, we should take turns keeping watch in pairs while the others keep cool below decks. Maybe trade off every hour or so? And of course if someone gets too overheated, they can rest an extra shift. Anyone got a better idea?" (Perception to notice threats on watch = 30)
"Looks like we head to the west along the mountains, by the chart. . . Ramsey, how do you handle the calm? Does it happen often?" Kiwina looks over the ship to see what the previous owners might have had for this (anything that looks unusual to him, such as sails that are light on one side and dark on the other). (Perception = 20, sailor = 16)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+6=8 ; d20+4=21 ; Monday April 16th, 2018 9:38:10 PM
(OOC: Forgot my survival roll = 8, fail; Fort save = 21, shrugs it off for now)
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+9=23 ; d20+10=13 ; Tuesday April 17th, 2018 2:50:40 AM
Sable, survival check 23. Sable thinks Kiwana’s idea about special equipment is good and looks for anything that might convert sun or heat into power (like steam propolsion, solar propellers, etc.) or natural phenomenon of the grass. Perception 13.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Melting! d20+8=21 ; d20+6=9 ; d4=4 ; Tuesday April 17th, 2018 3:48:08 AM
(Perception vs DC15=21 Pass, Survival=9 Fail, NLDmg=4) Without the cool sea breezes Tsak finds the heat uncomfortable, and once the ship stops altogether he becomes overwhelmed. I, umm, think I'll move below deck for awhile, should be ok, umm, later He wanders downstairs looking for some water and shade and, for now, is unable to help in any meaningful way to get the ship going again.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+6=18 ; d20+3=15 ; Tuesday April 17th, 2018 6:58:27 AM
(profession sailor =18, fort save = 15 PASS)
Elyas does what he can to keep the ship moving, but with less and less wind and no "current", there isn't much he can do. as the heat beats down he sees some of his companions struggling with the temperatures.
Perhaps we should stop here for a bit. even if we found a way to move, our poor guide has no protection from the heat and has hidden under the ship. Maybe we need to rest below for now and travel in the evening?
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=12 ; d20+2=22 ; Tuesday April 17th, 2018 7:18:49 AM
{Perception: 12 - sigh} {Fort: 22}
Falco is positivly bouncing up and down when he finds the dried food. I carefully selects a dried swallow and takes a giant bite expecting to savor the treat. Immediately his face falls and he spits the food into his hand shaking his head mumbeling "Why would someone even bring that."
With a sigh he goes back to the deck, dropping the food over the edge of the moving ship. "Getting awful hot. I have no idea how to get this thing moving but the sun feels kind of nice. I will keep watch, maybe get a tan."
Falco pulls of his shirt to enjoy the sun and get a little color while watching. {ooc: Got to take advantage of the nat 20 Fort roll :) }
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=13 ; d20+10=25 ; d20+6=19 ; d20+10=29 ; Tuesday April 17th, 2018 11:53:11 AM
Finnian is excited by the prospect of the food, but after taking a few bites spits it out. "ACK! I've no Idea Falco, it's horrible," Finnian says {Perception = 13} While aboard the ship he tries to carve out some time to work on his bow, but seeing Tsak come down into the ship he heads up top, but not before finding some sort of receptacle and filling it with cool water and giving it to those who need it. "Here, drink this and use it to cool off. Just be careful not to spill any, it could attract unwanted guests," He hands the basin to Tsak and after making sure that he takes some tells him to pass it around while he takes watch. {Cast Create Water, 2 Gallons in a barrel or something}
Upon arriving on deck the sun hits him with a wave of heat and he is temporarily blinded and exhausted, but the feeling quickly passes as his body quickly adjusts. {Survival = 25}
He searches the deck and finds Falco sun bathing, "I am going to climb the mast and see if I can see anything in the distance, could you spot me as I climb?" He asks the halfling.
Is there a mast, If so I'm trying to climb it does a 19 do it? If not I'll stay on the deck and search. {OOOO Perception = 29}
Oh I guess my prepared spell list is the same as before.
Sargrass Plains- Grass Ship Part VIII - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock d20=17 ; d20=12 ; Tuesday April 17th, 2018 10:43:54 PM Rolth asks, "Hey guys, is there some sort of ship's log that might mention how they dealt with being becalmed in this heat? Maybe one of you learned fellows could take a look? How about you, Ramsey, and experience in this situation? While we sort it out, we should take turns keeping watch in pairs while the others keep cool below decks. Maybe trade off every hour or so? And of course if someone gets too overheated, they can rest an extra shift. Anyone got a better idea?" (Perception to notice threats on watch = 30) No threats at this time.
Kiwina "Looks like we head to the west along the mountains, by the chart. . . Ramsey, how do you handle the calm? Does it happen often?" Kiwina looks over the ship to see what the previous owners might have had for this (anything that looks unusual to him, such as sails that are light on one side and dark on the other). (Perception = 20, sailor = 16) “Can I be honest with you,” Ramsey says to Kiwina. “I’ve never sailed in the grass. I’m kinda panicking here. Captain sailed the ship off of Minotaur island. Once by the Shoals the wind just died. The wind, I think, was moving at about 3 mph. The Captain moved weight to leeward to ease some halyard tension. It moved the ship but it was so slow.. I don’t feel any wind here… maybe there is a tiny breeze at the top of the sails but this heat makes that climb even harder. Any out of the box ideas?”
Tsak Rezar struggles with the heat and searches for some water. Finnian offers water to everyone.
Elyas suggests they retreat for the day.
Falco is positively bouncing up and down when he finds the dried food but the food doesn't settle to well with him. Finnian has the same issue with the food. (Was it also the blind sparrow? Maybe that bird is just bad ;)
With a sigh he goes back to the deck, dropping the food over the edge of the moving ship. "Getting awful hot. I have no idea how to get this thing moving but the sun feels kind of nice. I will keep watch, maybe get a tan."
Falco pulls of his shirt to enjoy the sun and get a little color while watching. {ooc: Got to take advantage of the nat 20 Fort roll :) } (DM comment: Lol.. )
Finnian searches the deck and finds Falco sun bathing, "I am going to climb the mast and see if I can see anything in the distance, could you spot me as I climb?" He asks the halfling. The mast is climbable at 19 but the heat of the crows nest unbearable. Finnian only (Fort save: 17) fail 1d6) Everyone in the sun (Fort Save: 15 - fail 1d4) Finnian if you chose the climb (hint): Highlight to display spoiler: { Through the heat you notice the remains of a windmill that could be salvaged. }
Sable, survival check 23. Sable thinks Kiwana’s idea about special equipment is good and looks for anything that might convert sun or heat into power (like steam propolsion, solar propellers, etc.) or natural phenomenon of the grass. Sable only Highlight to display spoiler: { The grass uninfected Sargrass can be cut and burned DC 12}
Kiwina (Steve M) (35/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+9=18 ; Wednesday April 18th, 2018 1:00:25 AM
(Roll: fortitude = 18, or 22 if the heat damage is non-lethal)
"No use everyone staying out in the heat while we plan. Do we want to leave a watch on deck like Rolth suggested, and can we rig some shade for them if we do?" Kiwina has rope and a bedroll that could be used for shade, but expects something better could be found.
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant Wednesday April 18th, 2018 1:56:26 AM ”The only thing I can find is that the grass can be cut and burned, not sure if that helps create wind or we can utilize the updraft - what do you guys think”, asks Sable.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Wednesday April 18th, 2018 7:00:42 AM "Very interesting idea, Sable! Is there a metal firebox or something that we could use to prevent burning up the ship at the same time? And good jb with the map, Captain Kiwina, I think we have our course!" Otherwise, Rolth will hang out below decks when not on watch, to prevent overheating while we wait out the day.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+3=9 ; Wednesday April 18th, 2018 7:02:16 AM "Sure, Finnian I can give you a hand with the climb."
Falco does what he can to hold the ropes or whatever else seems it will help him climb the rigging. {Assist: 9} He doesn't do a terrible job but knows he is not really much of a help.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 22/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Melting! Wednesday April 18th, 2018 7:19:09 AM
Tsak gulps down some of Finnian's water and thanks him profusely. He is also able to keep down the meat that he tries, looking askance at the others as they revile in horror. He then rests below deck until he feels better.
Sable I don't think starting a grass fire on a wooden boat in the middle of a heat wave is a good idea. It would be preferable to wait out the hottest part of the day and see if the wind picks up in the afternoon or early evening
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Wednesday April 18th, 2018 10:31:56 AM
Elyas looks quite alarmed at the idea of burning the grass on deck.
"Fire on a ship is bad enough when you're surrounded by nothing but water, but out here in a heat wave? that sounds quite dangerous!
Can we at least wait a while and see if the wind returns before taking a risk like that? And what can we do to make sure that breathing the fumes of burning grass won't infect us all with the blight?
Elyas looks around sheepishly, realizing how loud and uncharacteristic his outburst was. He takes some water and goes to sit by himself in the shade of one of the sails
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+2=19 ; d20+10=12 ; d20+7=8 ; Wednesday April 18th, 2018 8:05:41 PM "Just be ready to catch me if I fall," he laughs. Finninan scurries up the pole as the heat begins to increase. He wipes his brow, but is able to stave off any ill effects {Fort=19}
"Falco, it looks like there is a windmill out there that could be salvaged," He calls down and nocks his bow. "I'm going to stay up here for now to keep a look out. Oh and can you ask the worm if he needs any water?"
[OOC: how far away does it seem to be? He also keeps a lookout for anything else Perception = 10, KNow Geography = 8, Natural 1 :( ]
Sargrass Plains- Grass Ship Part IX - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Wednesday April 18th, 2018 9:41:45 PM Kiwina Mentions rope and a bedroll and setting up a shady place for everyone. The idea of burning something comes up but is scraped over concerns over safety. A suggestion to wait out the heat is raised.
Falco Ambersier helps Finnian climb. Finnian shimmies up and sits in the crowd nest. He reports the wreckage of the windmill sitting in the grass just 50 feet from the ship.
Tsak eats and avoids the sun.
Elyas looks quite alarmed at the idea of burning the grass on deck.
"Fire on a ship is bad enough when you're surrounded by nothing but water, but out here in a heat wave? that sounds quite dangerous!
Can we at least wait a while and see if the wind returns before taking a risk like that? And what can we do to make sure that breathing the fumes of burning grass won't infect us all with the blight?
Elyas looks around sheepishly, realizing how loud and uncharacteristic his outburst was. He takes some water and goes to sit by himself in the shade of one of the sails
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+6=8 ; d20+4=16 ; Wednesday April 18th, 2018 9:54:02 PM "A windmill, eh, maybe we can rig up a big fan? Who wants to come with me to check it out while others stay to guard the ship?" Assuming folks will help, Rolth will take a swig of water, and set out in the direction pointed out by Finnian, taking some rope and gear to help haul it back. (Survival = 8 fail, Fort = 16 success)
Kiwina (Steve M) (35/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+6=20 ; Wednesday April 18th, 2018 10:54:22 PM "Remember how difficult it is to move in that stuff. We should know what we plan to do with the windmill before we go get it." Kiwina starts worrying about where the fan would go, how it would be attached, and how they would make it move. He checks out what tools might be available on board. (Shipbuilding = 20)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Thursday April 19th, 2018 7:12:38 AM "While this is not the land we are accustom to I am sure the wind will come back. You would not build a ship such as this if the wind were to be gone forever."
Listening to the talk of moving to the windmill Falco frowns.
"I would much rather wait here then try and move though the grass. That stuff could slice my nose clean off."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4| Status: None d20+4=13 ; d20+4=13 ; 2d4=5 ; Thursday April 19th, 2018 11:23:57 AM
Gothruk fails both his Fortitude saves and takes 5 points of non-lethal damage.
He's with Rolth, if it's nearby we might as well explore it while we wait. Also we can use the boards technique to get through the grass without being cut up. Is anyone else coming with us?
He'll fill his water bags and head out, placing boards to stop the grass from slashing us.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Thursday April 19th, 2018 12:51:35 PM
Elyas is skeptical about finding a use for a broken windmill, but doesn't want to be the one who shoots down every plan! He is happy to hear that Falco is also in favor of waiting out the calm.
I agree with Falco, why risk going out on foot in the grasses if the wind comes back this evening? there was plenty of wind to sail by earlier today, and we have no reason to think it won't come back tomorrow. let's not take a risk if it's not needed!
If the rest of the party wants to leave the ship, Elyas will follow, but it is not an action he is in favor of at this point.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=12 ; Thursday April 19th, 2018 4:16:27 PM "I can cover you from up here, the windmill is quite close," he scans the horizon for anything moving [perception=12] sun's real bright.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Thursday April 19th, 2018 7:41:56 PM
Tsak, feeling rested comes back up on deck.
I'll stay on board the ship whilst you check out the windmill
He makes his way to the bow and keeps a lookout, but makes sure to periodically rest in the shade for a few minutes and sip water.
Sargrass Plains- Grass Ship Part X - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Thursday April 19th, 2018 9:52:00 PM
Rolth suggests they build a large fan. Kiwina finds an abundance of tools. These tools should allow everyone to build whatever they need. Below Kiwina finds a strange iron box. Kiwina only Highlight to display spoiler: { This looks very much like a fire box. A large boiler stands to it’s right. If you bang on the iron it sounds like it is full of water.} Gothruk is struck by the heat for 5 dmg non-lethal damage. He agrees to go with Rolth. Falco is uncomfortable with the idea of leaving the boat to search the razor sharp grasses. They suggest waiting for the wind to pick up. Finnian keeps watch in the heat as Tsak waits. The group decides to grab the remnants of the windmill. The 50 foot trip is uneventful. Gothruk’s idea of using the planks comes in handy on the trip too and away. The tatzelwurm sleeps comfortably under the ships bow. How do you get the parts up onto the ship and what do you build?
Kiwina (Steve M) (35/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Friday April 20th, 2018 12:39:08 AM
Kiwuna calls out, "Hey, guys, there's something interesting down here! Looks like it will heat water, and sounds like its full." He looks to see what the heated water might be used for -- does it make something move, or just boil off?
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant Friday April 20th, 2018 1:50:44 AM
Sable looks for something that could be used to cut grass and bring it to the boiler below. If he finds something suitable, he will begin cutting and harvesting grass to burn...
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Friday April 20th, 2018 6:43:45 AM "Well this could be a use for the wood from the windmill. Use the wood to make a nice, normal fire. Seems safer then burning grass does it not?"
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Friday April 20th, 2018 7:14:57 AM
Rolth suggests using Kiwina's block and tackle to lift the parts up onto the ship. "Can we make some sort of clockwork mechanism that will make use of the steam? Like in the faery tale about the clockwork steam beast?"
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Friday April 20th, 2018 10:05:36 AM I unfortunately have read very little about clockwork mechanisms in my studies. But it seems possible that we could use steam to turn the blades of the windmill. I do not know if it will give us enough force to move this ship, but perhaps it could do the trick"
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Satus: Taken 7 points of non-lethal damage. d4=2 ; d4=1 ; Friday April 20th, 2018 10:55:51 AM
Gothruk will begin moving parts onto the ship, he's relatively strong and has a huge carry weight so nothing bar the heaviest of things should give him pause. (I'm guessing the hard work under the sun will make him take more non-lethal damage so I'll pre-emptively roll) He's interested in a pully system or creating a steam powered system but he dosn't know how one would actually be made.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Saturday April 21st, 2018 9:15:54 AM "Do you want me on deck, or up here on lookout, I don't know much about engineering, but it's hotter up here than down there so my guess is that heat rises... Is that helpful? Finnian calls from the crows nest.
Sargrass Plains - Off into the wide gray-green yonder - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Saturday April 21st, 2018 12:30:31 PM Kiwina calls out, "Hey, guys, there's something interesting down here! Looks like it will heat water, and sounds like its full."
He finds that the box next to the boiler seems to be a fire box. If you follow the thick pipes they lead you to the rear of the boat but near here is a gear that seems to be connected to a generator. A good engineer or crafty person could hook up a belt to it.
Sable finds a grass sickle. A medium sized tool that can be used to cut grass and is a melee weapon.
Falco Ambersier proposes using the wood from the windmill for fuel.
This would definitely be more efficient as well as safe and grass can be used to supplement the limited wood supply.
Rolth suggests using Kiwina's block and tackle to lift the parts up onto the ship and proposes a clockwork mechanism to utilize the steam and Gothruk supplies the muscle to get the heaviest items on board.
Gothruk roll a Survival check or Fortitude save DC 15 and that non-lethal damage can be avoided.
Elyas and Finnian add to the design concept.
Collectively the petals seem to have come up with a feasible plan.
The questions are how long will it take and how much will the heat affect them while they toil in its construction?
First poster brave enough to do so should make an unmodified d20 roll to determine the time required to fabricate a working steam powered drive fan.
Result (note that the time needed was determined to account for the great suggestions) >14 Four person hours 9 - 13 Eight person hours 4 - 8 Sixteen person hours 1 -3 Twenty-four person hours
The total time is the number of person hours required divided by the number of people working on the task rounding up. The minimum total time is one hour. It just takes that long to get everything together no matter how many people are working on it.
[Example one: Die Roll = 16, requiring four person hours. If four or more people work on this task, the total time is one hour. Example two: die roll = 10, requiring eight person hours. Four people can complete this in two hours; six people working on it requires 1.5 hours which rounds up to two; eight people can do it in one hour.]
Anyone working on building the engine will need to make one Fort Save or Survival DC 15 check per hour or take 1d4 non-lethal damage.
Ramsey is visibly excited by your ingenuity and readily and deftly pitches in. [OOC: his effort should be included in the total number of people working on the build.]
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20=15 ; d20+8=18 ; Saturday April 21st, 2018 4:20:38 PM
Sable is brave enough to go first, 15 = 4 person hours.
Sable will work on the firebox, 1st roll - 18 (save).
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+6=26 ; Saturday April 21st, 2018 11:16:49 PM
Rolth will join the team working on the firebox, following Sable's lead. It's hot, but he can handle it. (Survival = 26)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=23 ; d20+6=7 ; d4=4 ; d20+1=16 ; Sunday April 22nd, 2018 3:07:49 AM
(Survival hr 1=23 Pass, Survival hr 2=7 Fail, NLDmg=4, Craft=16) Once the others get the gear up on deck Tsak pitches in to help. It takes him an hour to break up excess wood from the windmill and put it in the firebox and to find a way to weave the grass into a long, flexible belt (OOC take twenty on that) and he makes sure he counts his fingers afterwards. After that he attaches the drive shaft to the generator. (Craft=16).
Once this is done Tsak will sit back again to rest from his exertions.
Say Finnian, I guess you're not able to create a nice, cool tankard of ale as easily as that water huh? Tsak is hopeful
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Sunday April 22nd, 2018 3:11:57 AM
After resting and once everyone is ready to go Tsak will take lookout position at the front of the boat to assist with directions to the wheelhouse. He makes sure to have his possessions nearby in case Rolth approaches lighting the fire with his usual zeal and a hasty evacuation of the vessel is required.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+3=20 ; Sunday April 22nd, 2018 4:36:10 AM
Elyas is not the biggest or strongest member of the party, but he is no stranger to working with his hands. Once a plan is made he pitches in and helps get the device rigged up.
Fort save = 20
"this is an interesting device! I have never seen anything quite like it, but it really is simple once you see all the pieces... I wonder if we could rig something like this for a water-bound ship when we return home?"
Kiwina (Steve M) (35/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+11=17 ; Sunday April 22nd, 2018 8:14:57 PM
(roll: survival = 17)
Kiwina helps the others build the rig, unless he seems to be getting in the way -- he'd be number six. Elyas' talk of a water-bound ship reminds him of something, though. "Ramsey, you never made it clear to me whose ship this was before we took it. I'm sure I asked. Had you ever sailed her before?"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Monday April 23rd, 2018 6:46:37 AM
Content that the plan will work and seems sufficiently complicated Falco makes no effort to pitch in and help. He is sure that his small frame would only get in the way and.... he doesn't want to.
Rather then help with the actual work he busies himself by finding a nice spot and slowly carving the names of the petal into the railing of the ship in a flowing script.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=19 ; Monday April 23rd, 2018 10:52:34 AM
While the others toil near the fire box Finnian continues to scan the horizon from his vantage point in the crows nest. He doesn't have as much space as he would like to spread out, but he does his best to make some improvements on his bow. [Perception=19]
[ooc so because we are in the weird plane where days are longer I figured that 1 day of crafting is generally 8 hours, so I will do this by hour and place my progress in spoilers at the bottom of my posts. this is the first on, though I'd argue that Finnian would have been putting in some time since the boarded the ship if the DMs want to give me any retro hours I wouldn't stop them. If not here is the beginning 1/56]
Sargrass Plains - Off into the wide gray-green yonder (again) - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Monday April 23rd, 2018 8:01:48 PM [Roll 15. 4 person hours
Sable, Rolth, Tsak, Elyas, Kiwina, and Ramsey work on the firebox and manages to not overheat in the oppressive warmth of the windless plain.
Falco avoids the heat and leaves the work to larger folk.
Finnian serves as lookout while continuing to work on his bow. [OOC: Add 16 hours to your count.]
He sees a lot of grass, but not much else, not even the tatzlewyrm who currently is out of view.
While assembling the engine Kiwina asks "Ramsey, you never made it clear to me whose ship this was before we took it. I'm sure I asked. Had you ever sailed her before?"
Ramsey looks at the centaur with an puzzled expression on his face before answering, ”Yes, many times. Here and there. Why, almost everywhere.”
The petals successfully complete their contraption and fire it up. The belt bounces and snaps alarmingly, but then it seems to calm down as it grabs hold of the fan shaft. At first it seems that the rotating windmill fans will have no effect, then, ever so slowly, the ship starts moving forward.
As Tsak joins Finnian at the bow they both see sudden motion before them: the tatzlewyrm bursts forward from beneath the shade of the motionless vessel. Seeming exciting to be under way again, it leads the ship onward.
Well done Petals! Everyone earns 500 xp.
Kiwina (Steve M) (35/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Tuesday April 24th, 2018 12:00:13 AM
Kiwina does not talk about bringing the wyrm on board so as not to outpace it this time around, but he does make sure their heading is the same before settling into the rhythms of following the creature again. "We should set up a rotation so no one overheats."
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+8=18 ; Tuesday April 24th, 2018 1:48:47 AM
Sable would be glad to take first firebox watch, (Survival 18), and will keep the contraption going.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 18/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=7 ; d4=2 ; Tuesday April 24th, 2018 5:07:55 AM
(Survival=7, NLDamage=2) Tsak takes over from Sable, but with the addition of the heat generated from the firebox as well as the unnaturally long day, he finds his time tortuous and is glad to see the end of it.
He drinks more water and settles down for another rest at the end of his shift.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Tuesday April 24th, 2018 7:06:17 AM
Rolth will assist Captain Kiwina in sailing the ship, making sure to take enough rests to avoid the worst of the heat. In any downtime, he will carefully work on getting his tattoos up to date with our latest adventures!
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Tuesday April 24th, 2018 7:16:44 AM
Falco lets out a little cheer for the others.
"Well done, well done. Under way and a little breeze from moving. I knew burning the wood would be the most effective."
He smiles at the other for a moment before going back to carving the groups names.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+3=16 ; Tuesday April 24th, 2018 11:00:17 AM well done everyone! Let's get back to it
Elyas will take a turn above deck helping sail the floating ship
Fort save 16
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=26 ; d20+2=14 ; Tuesday April 24th, 2018 2:34:17 PM
Finnian stays above deck for as long as the heat allows working on his bow and keeping an eye out for movement other than the worm.
I don't know how often we are rolling checks for the heat, or which we should roll, but here is a survival and Fort save just in case. [Survival=26, Fort=14]
17/56 + however long we are underway until it is time for Finnian to sleep. If its a 36 hour day and generally 8 hours of progress is made a day that would be another 11 hours today for a total of 26/56 hours, barring any interuptions
Sargrass Plains - "Are we there yet?" - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Tuesday April 24th, 2018 8:31:00 PM Kiwina sets up a rotation and sets sail keeping the heading the tatzlewyrm maintains.
Sable takes first fire watch and is relieved by Tsak
Rolth relieves the captain.
Falco lets out a little cheer for the others and gets back to carving.
Elyas takes a shift.
Finnian keeps an eye out for the wyrm for awhile and resumes his crafting.
Ramsey pitches in wherever is needed and occasionally breaks into song:
Oh, a drop of Marduke’s blood wouldn’t do us any harm, Oh, a drop of Marduke’s blood wouldn’t do us any harm, Oh, a drop of Marduke’s blood wouldn’t do us any harm, An’ we’ll all hang on behind!
So we’ll ro-o-oll the old chariot along! An’ we’ll roll the golden chariot along! So we’ll ro-o-oll the old chariot along! An’ we’ll all hang on behind!
Oh, a plate of Bramble stew wouldn’t do us any harm, Oh, a plate of Bramble stew wouldn’t do us any harm, Oh, a plate of Bramble stew wouldn’t do us any harm, An’ we’ll all hang on behind!
So we’ll ro-o-oll the old chariot along! An’ we’ll roll the golden chariot along! So we’ll ro-o-oll the old chariot along! An’ we’ll all hang on behind!
Oh, a nice fat cook wouldn’t do us any harm. Oh, a roll in the clover wouldn’t do us any harm. Oh, a long spell in gaol wouldn’t do us any harm. Oh, a nice watch below wouldn’t do us any harm. Oh, a night with the gals wouldn’t do us any harm.
He actually has a lovely tenor voice, but his sense of rhythm is wanting.
The sun sets in the west from where it rose and the Petals continue to make progress.
Continue to make Survival Checks or Fort Saves DC 15 once per post to avoid taking 1d4 points of non-lethal damage.
Note that characters heal 1 hit point per level per hour with rest. Thus, at night you should heal 3 hit points per hour.
About eight hours after the sun rises in the west, the watch sees a structure rising out of the grass directly in the ship’s path. About the time you notice the object, it seems the tatzlewyrm begins to run faster. You estimate that, at your current speed, you will be at the structure in about ten minutes.
Everyone remember to make a new Survival Check or Fort Save DC 15 to avoid 1d4 non-lethal damage. The night’s rest should have restored everyone’s previous non-lethal damage.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+6=22 ; Tuesday April 24th, 2018 9:27:31 PM
Rolth readies his weapons and looks to Kiwina to see what the plan might be.
"O Captain! my Captain! our sweltering trip is done, The ship has weather’d every rack, the rapkes we sought soon won, The bridge is near, the Wurm I hear, the Petals all exulting, While follow eyes the steady keel, the vessel grim and daring; But O heart! heart! heart! O the bleeding drops of red, Til on the deck vicious claw lies, Ritual, crystal, book turned red.
What preparations should we make for the fight? Are we going to try to sail at a distance and pepper it with arrows and magicks? Or do it the old fashioned way?", this last with a predatory smile.
(Survival = 22, no effects from the heat)
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+11=19 ; Wednesday April 25th, 2018 12:39:13 AM
(Roll: survival = 19) (OOC: two 8-hour rests over the past day heal Kiwina fully, if he could only get one he's at 38 hp)
"If you agree with this plan, we should circle the structure one or two hundred feet out so we can see what's there." Kiwina expects to man the ship while others shoot if that's the strategy, or to go with the group if it's a hunting party. But he'd like to examine the layout first.
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+8=27 ; d20+10=20 ; Wednesday April 25th, 2018 1:28:40 AM
Sable rolls 27 for Survival, is ok and ready for a fight. He prepares his bow and sharpens his sword and scans the structure as the ship approaches. (Perception - 20)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20=1 ; d4=4 ; d20+2=13 ; Wednesday April 25th, 2018 7:15:27 AM
Despite having worked on his tan a day earlier Falco's resistance to the heat seems to have vanished. {Survival: 1 / Damage:4} As the day wears on his becomes more and more uncomfortable feeling down right terrible as they see the structure.
"Oh what is that?" he runs to the edge of the ship {perception: 13} "Its some sort of structure why would be pepper it with arrows before we know what it is? Lets get closer and have a look, maybe sailing around it makes the most sense."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=17 ; d20+6=13 ; Wednesday April 25th, 2018 7:25:02 AM
(Survival=17, Perception=13) Tsak moves to the front of the ship, prepares his weapons and scans the surroundings.
Lets rend this rapkes in the gobberwarts!
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+3=17 ; Wednesday April 25th, 2018 12:34:25 PM
Fortitude save = 17
Can we see any details about the structure from this distance? How tall/wide is it, and is it open or closed up?
Why do you assume this structure is an enemy Rolth? Perhaps we will find allies here instead of a fight. Let's not assault the structure until we know more about it!
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=13 ; Wednesday April 25th, 2018 7:48:37 PM
Spending the day before in the sun wasn't too bad, but after the nights rest below deck the returning heat was twice as uncomfortable as before. [survival=13,if I cast endure elements on my self can I negate the damage?]
Sargrass Plains - "The Bridge to Nowhere" - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Wednesday April 25th, 2018 10:37:36 PM
Rolth prepares for a fight and adds his own song.
Ramsey responds with applause and a hearty back slap.
Kiwina proposes a circling action before closing.
Sable prepares for a fight while taking a close look.
Falco struggles in the heat and supports attacking at range.
Tsak moves to the front of the ship, prepares his weapons and scans the surroundings.
Elyas proposes gaining more information before jumping to conclusions or action.
Finnian also suffers in the heat. OOC: endure elements will not heal any damage already taken, but will prevent any further damage.
The ship approaches to within bowshot and takes a tour around the structure. As the Petals approach, it becomes clear that this is what appears to be a section of bridge. This remaining section of bridge runs east to west and is approximately forty feet wide. On one side four columns expand into arches, supporting a deck approximately forty feet above the plain. All but one of the columns has corresponding one on the other side. The match to the unpaired column has crumbled in a heap of stone and wood leaning against the one across from it.
The wooden deck has no parapet or wall. It appears to be made of sun-bleached wood with stone buttresses between the columns providing partial support to the wooden surface. The bridge is wind weathered and ancient, but the wood still seems to be mostly intact, probably due to the dry conditions of the plain.
Looking either direction reveals no sign or indication of any more remains of the bridge.
Sable Highlight to display spoiler: {You notice a couple of sagging timbers, but for the most part, at least as far as you can tell from this distance, it seems that it could support even taurs. You also notice that the tatzlewyrm is nowhere in sight. }
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+9=25 ; d20+11=30 ; Thursday April 26th, 2018 12:01:34 AM
As the ship circles, Kiwina looks for any sign of a rapkes. Since he has only a vague idea of what a rapkes looks like, any animal or sign of movement will do. (Perception = 25)
(And if a survival roll is needed... 30)
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant Thursday April 26th, 2018 3:26:08 AM
Sable says, ”The bridge looks sturdy enough, in case we want to explore. Also, it seems we are missing our Wurm companion - we may want to find out where it went...”
Sable waits for the rest of the party to assemble, and will take a point position in an advance to the bridge.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Thursday April 26th, 2018 7:11:08 AM
Falco smiles as he works out that they are looking at a bridge.
"Probably solid enough don't you think? Heck it is pretty wide."
He looks around for Ramsey then asks him "Have you been here before? I would guess there is no way for boats to go any further, cant sail on wood planks."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+6=13 ; d4=2 ; d4+10=13 ; d20+10=22 ; Thursday April 26th, 2018 7:12:44 AM
Rolth, despite the draining heat, will take his place in formation, and insist that Ramsey accompany us in the center of the formation, for his own safety. Privately, he is worried that Ramsey might absentmindedly sail off with the ship. He watches the pile of rubble particularly, figuring that is where a rapkes might shelter. (Perception = 22) (If needed, Survival = 13, 2hp nonlethal)
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Thursday April 26th, 2018 10:23:27 AM Hmm, well this certainly could be the bridge we were looking for! so now do we cross over or search for signs of the Rapkes on this side?
Elyas is hesitant to get off the boat, but it does seem like that is going to be what is needed. He checks his crossbow in its sheath and watches out for danger.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d4=1 ; Thursday April 26th, 2018 2:29:04 PM
Finnian takes 1 damage, but makes sure that he is safe for the day. He comes down from the crows nest and joins the crew on the deck
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Satus: Taken 9 points of non-lethal damage. d20+4=6 ; d20+4=12 ; d20+4=17 ; 2d4=5 ; d20+7=23 ; Thursday April 26th, 2018 3:01:13 PM
Gothruk lowers the anchor when they get close enough to the bridge letting it get caught amongst the twisting grass below. He'll look for some sort of way to get onto the bridge. Is there a ladder or staircase inside the structure? Perception = 23
Gothruk takes another 5 points of non-lethal damage from his time out in the sun.
(OOC:How far does it go east/west?)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=10 ; d4=4 ; d4+7=10 ; d20+7=16 ; d20+1=18 ; Thursday April 26th, 2018 7:34:41 PM
(Survival=10, NLDamage=4, (ignore the 10, mistake) Climb=16, Aimed shot=18) Does anyone have a rope, a hook? Perhaps I can climb the mast and throw a rope over to enable some of us to explore the structure? In the end Tsak settles for attaching a rope securely to a bolt and firing it into the wood. He thinks it should hold enough for one of the lighter members of the party to cross and secure it for the rest, or whoever wants to explore.
Sargrass Plains - "The Bridge to Nowhere" - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock
Thursday April 26th, 2018 8:56:47 PM
The length of the bridge is approximately 200 feet on the longer side and 140 feet on the other side. It is 40 feet wide and 40 feet above the ground.
The deck of the ship is about 10 below the surface of the bridge. Anyone who can see the top of surface (taurs and Finnian) make a Perception DC 25 (Kiwina’s previous roll counts) Highlight to display spoiler: { On the surface of the bridge in the center, based on width and the longest length, rests an object about eight inches long and two inches at its widest point slightly curved and tapering to a point. A hiltless dagger perhaps? At this distance, it is difficult to see.}
As the ship circles, Kiwina vigilantly looks for any sign of a rapkes. He does not, but does see something else (see above).
Sable informs the others what he previously observed about the apparent sturdiness of the bridge--and the absence of their tatzlewurm guide. He waits for the rest of the party to assemble, and will take a point position in any advance to the bridge.
Falco smiles and asks Ramsey "Have you been here before? I would guess there is no way for boats to go any further, can’t sail on wood planks."
The bramble shakes his head in negation, then shrugs and mumbles ”That bridge goes nowhere….and comes from nowhere.”
Rolth makes plans for Ramsey and keeps an eye on the rubble. He does not see any sign of anything stirring or hiding in there.
Elyas is hesitant to get off the boat, but it does seem like that is going to be what is needed. He checks his crossbow in its sheath and watches out for danger.
Finnian is not enjoying the heat. He comes down from the crow's nest and joins the crew on the deck
Gothruk also swelters and looks for a way to get on the bridge. Tsak has similar questions. They soon realize that the ship is stocked with ropes, grappling hooks, and cargo nets. Given that the bridge is only ten feet higher than the deck of the ship, it would be possible to “board” it readily provided the ship was next to it.
Note that it the ship could be brought alongside and “moor” it to the bridge. This would require a Profession (Sailor) check DC 20 to successfully achieve without colliding into the structure.
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+9=18 ; d20+11=30 ; Thursday April 26th, 2018 10:09:16 PM OOC: If the heat is going to be a persistent problem, is there some way for the characters to work together to beat it?
When the party has settled on where they want to go, Kiwina brings the ship alongside the bridge with the help of the other sailors in the group. (Roll: sailor = 18 plus any assistance)
(For effects of the heat, survival = 30)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+5=12 ; Thursday April 26th, 2018 10:53:25 PM
Rolth will help Kiwina bring the ship alongside the bridge. (Sailor = 12, success to aid Kiwina for a total of 20; that is enough to bring the ship in without damage)
(OOC: Does anyone know enough about Roll20 to tell us how to make the bridge translucent, so we can have folks on two levels if needed?)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=16 ; d20+7=14 ; d20+8=14 ; Friday April 27th, 2018 1:50:09 AM
(Profession Sailor = 16 = +2 assist to Kiwina, Climb =14, Perception=14) Tsak shouts instructions from the bow to help Kiwina guide the ship in, then finds somewhere to tie it off once Gothruk drops the anchor. He then climbs up onto the structure and has a look around (Perception).
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+8=10 ; d4=2 ; d4+10=14 ; d20+10=17 ; d20+10=26 ; Friday April 27th, 2018 2:14:15 AM
Sable does not beat the heat this time as he makes preparations - and takes 2 points of non-lethal damage.
(Ignore the d4+10)
Sable tries to track the Wurm in the grass, trying to see where it might have gone (Track = 17). He also takes a look on top of the bridge (Perception 26).
”It looks like there is some sort of small object on top, maybe a weapon or tool of some sort”, Sable says.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Friday April 27th, 2018 8:34:40 AM
As the ship moves in close beside the bridge Falco frowns.
"At least we had a breeze from the ship moving."
Once the ship is secured and Sable mentions an object he will climb over to the bridge. Once there, staying well back he uses detect magic on the bridge and out towards the object.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+3=12 ; d4=4 ; d20+6=13 ; Friday April 27th, 2018 11:12:28 AM
Elyas is finally feeling the heat (fort save 12, 4non lethal damage). He still does what he can to aid in guiding the ship to dock. Sailor check to aid = 13.
Once docked, Elyas joins the other climbing on the bridge, crossbow loaded and ready.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Satus: Taken 11 points of non-lethal damage. d20=12 ; d20+7=15 ; d20+4=8 ; d4=2 ; d20+8=9 ; Friday April 27th, 2018 4:11:39 PM
Perception = 15 fail Fortitude = 8 fail Takes 2 points of non-lethal damage.
Gothruk will throw up one of the grappling hooks until he's confident it will take his weight. (take 20) He'll then Climb up (Climb 1D20+8=9) Natural 1...
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=12 ; Friday April 27th, 2018 6:09:42 PM
Finnian who knows nothing of ships and little of bridges follows Tsak and helps with tying off the ship
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d8=2 ; d20+6=25 ; Saturday April 28th, 2018 2:05:43 AM
(OOC please ignore d8, the 25 is my survival save for this round=no damage from heat)
Sargrass Plains - "At the Bridge?" - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Saturday April 28th, 2018 9:05:46 AM ”Expertly done, Captain!” cheers Ramsey as Kiwina , with with the able assistance of Rolth, Tsak, and Elyas brings the ship smoothly alongside the bridge.
The Roll20 map is updated. Please position she ship where desired. The DM arbitrarily placed it in the middle of the long side.
Sable sees no sign of the wurm and takes a close look at the surface of the bridge.
Tsak, Finnian, Gothruk and Elyas start to secure the ship.
Falco casts detect magic. Falco Highlight to display spoiler: {First round of detect magic: auras are present (of course this could be the items the Petals have). Check spell description for details on how detect magic works if you are unfamiliar.}
The moment the first line contacts the bridge, things drastically change. The temperature seems to drop about twenty degrees and the sky changes color, taking on a olive tinged greenish tint. An uproar of noise erupts from the surface of the plain from every direction, a cacophonous tumult sounding like the simultaneous rending of thousands of pieces of cloth.
On the bridge itself, the object begins to rise. The cause of clamor from the ground becomes apparent as strands of fiber, obviously ripped from the grass below, begin to swirl around the object, creating a swirling sphere spanning the width of the bridge with the object securely protected in its center. The globe increases in size and density until its diameter is about forty feet, placing the now hidden object centered within it about twenty feet above the bridge’s surface.
It may be a trick of the eye, but as the grass pieces swirl within and around the sphere, it seems that indiscernible figures appear and, as swiftly, dissolve into the whirling chaos.
All Highlight to display spoiler: {A Woldian degree is about equal to one degree Fahrenheit.}
Knowledge Arcana DC 5. Note that this knowledge checks with DC 10 or lower can be made untrained, becoming an intelligence check. Highlight to display spoiler: {This appears to be some kind of magical protective shield.}
Knowledge Religion DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {The scale of things distracted you for a moment but now you speculate that, rather than this being a section of a mostly missing bridge, this might actually be an altar of some sort.}
Knowledge Arcana or Planes DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {The scale of things distracted you for a moment but now you speculate that, rather than this being a section of a mostly missing bridge, this might actually be some sort of arcane focus.}
Because of the lowered temperature, there is no longer a need to make Fortitude/Survival checks
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20=4 ; Saturday April 28th, 2018 8:00:31 PM
Sable is not sure about the protective barrier that has sprung up.
"Seems to have gotten cooler, thank goodness, who is up for some exploration?"
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+7=16 ; Sunday April 29th, 2018 6:12:24 AM
As he is helping to tie off the ship, Elyas is surprised by the sudden changes around them. the shpere made of grass is particularly amazing.
I have never seen anything like that! How do we get in there?!
Elyas looks a little more closely after the initial surprise (knowledge arcana 16)
I don't think this is a bidge at all. it seems to be some sort of focus for this magical shield that has sprung up! rather than crossing the bridge, then, we need to figure out what this magic is doing...
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Sunday April 29th, 2018 12:10:00 PM "Oysters!, I hate it when that happens," Kiwina mutters as he watches the sphere form, knowing that they're going to have to go try to figure out what's going on. And not a rapkes in sight.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+9=21 ; Sunday April 29th, 2018 7:03:04 PM
{ooc: Post for Monday, busy day} {Acrana: 21}
Falco moves over to the railing of the ship.
"I agree Elyas and I guess it makes more sense then a bridge that starts and ends no place. Not much else to tell from here, we are going to have to go over there. At least some of us."
He makes no move to go over first.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=25 ; Sunday April 29th, 2018 8:51:13 PM "Perhaps we could dock a few feet farther down the bridge, Captain?" Rolth agrees that not all of us need to go over to the bridge/focus/thing, and in fact would prefer it if someone(s) remained on the ship to protect it. It is after all our only means of traveling safely and quickly in this dangerous place. That said, he cries out the name of an obscure Woldian mythical creation hero "Jerryonimo" and leaps onto the bridge, outside of the protective circle. He takes a deep breath of the cool air and takes a look around from this new vantage point. (Perception = 25)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Sunday April 29th, 2018 9:18:06 PM
Tsak is torn, does he join his companions on the bridge or stay to look after the ship. In the end he decides to stay on the ship but train his crossbow on the stone edifice, ready to shoot anything that attacks his friends.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Satus: Taken 11 points of non-lethal damage. Monday April 30th, 2018 10:34:54 AM
Gothruk is thankful when the cool air rushes over him, after being in the sweltering heat so long he savours the change for a second before following Rolth.
Sargrass Plains - "At the Bridge?" - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Monday April 30th, 2018 8:53:23 PM
The Petals are collectively amazed by the sight and relieved by the respite from the heat.
Rolth leads the charge onto the bridge followed closely by Gothruk. Both may Highlight to display spoiler: {OOC: the bridge is 10’ higher than the deck. How did Rolth and Gothruk get up there? Provide an explanation and both automatically succeed on the respective checks as reward for their bravery/foolhardiness.}
Falco continues to gaze at the new development with his arcane sight. Falco may Highlight to display spoiler: { There is an abduration aura of moderate strength on globe itself. The object within shines like a beacon within the sphere. You detect a strong transmutation magic upon it. There are no additional auras other than those the Petals have with them. The magic of the sphere and the object is of a type Falco has never seen or read about before.}
The others, along with Ramsey, prudently guard the ship.
After the initial changes, things appear to stabilize. The globe continues to churn, emitting a faint greenish glow, with the grass fibers swirling into faintly discernible shapes before being broken by the chaotic motion. Now that the sphere is no longer forming and the tearing of the grass has ceased, the plain seems eerily silent, broken only by the breathing of each Petal and the susurration caused by the continuous revolution of the glowing ball of grass strands and magic.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Monday April 30th, 2018 9:58:39 PM "Domi despises a coward!" Rolth, with his long experience aboard ships, climbs into the rigging, takes hold of a free line, and swings in an arc that drops him neatly up on the edge of the platform. "Rrrooaarrhahaha!" Once there, if he is not in obvious danger, he will take a moment to fix a rope and drop the other end back to the ship, in case others need a less Domi-nant way to ascend.
(OOC: thanks to the generous DM!)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20=11 ; d20+8=9 ; d20+8=10 ; Monday April 30th, 2018 11:08:01 PM
(d20=mistake, D20+8=Perception=9, D20+8=mistake) Tsak decides that it would be a good idea for someone to face away from the stone edifice and all the magic in case something is sneaking up behind them (Perception=9).
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+8=23 ; Tuesday May 1st, 2018 2:22:28 AM
Sable draws his bow and scans for threats (Perception 23)
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+4=23 ; Tuesday May 1st, 2018 6:54:05 AM
After making sure the ship is properly secured, Kiwina slowly but steadily makes his way onto the bridge.
(OOC: Using Rolth's rope he will take 10 if he is able (otherwise climb roll is 23), but he will allow others to climb first if they are eager to go.)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+9=14 ; Tuesday May 1st, 2018 6:58:27 AM "Not suprisingly the shield has some decently strong protective magic. The object in the center, transformation. I guess the shield is the bigger issue."
He continues to concentrate trying to work out properties of the shield. {Spellcraft: 14}
"One of you big folk may need to poke at it."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Satus: Taken 11 points of non-lethal damage. d20+7=14 ; Tuesday May 1st, 2018 11:46:08 AM
Gothruk also climbs up the rigging of the ship only a little behind Rolth and lands next to him on the stone platform. Gothruk will then have a good look around from ontop and yell anything he sees back to the rest of the crew assuming there isn't sonething he could alert with arbitrary shouting.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+7=19 ; Tuesday May 1st, 2018 11:50:16 AM
Elyas will join Falco in trying to learn anything he can about the magic of the sphere around the small object.
Knowledge Arcana 19 to see if there is anything else Elyas might know about what kind o fmagic is at play here. Specifically looking for something that may be triggering or focusing the shell of protective magic.
"Abduration magic is my specialty, Falco, and as a scholar of protective magics I would strongly suggest against just poking the big swirly magic ball!
We should see if there is a way to disrupt or bypass the spell, or wait for a while and see if it runs out of juice at some point. Wouldn't want anyone losing a limb!"
For now, Elyas will stay back with Falco, letting the braver (or crazier!) Petals move on to the bridge first...
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+6=7 ; d20+9=12 ; Tuesday May 1st, 2018 4:18:39 PM
Must be the heat because Finnian unceremoniously attempts to climb the rope, and fails miserably even his Acrobatic attempt to rectify the situation seems to fall flat. [natural 1 on climb and a 12 o Acrobatics which is a natural 3] I also need to update me tagine to show non lethal damage + whatever else. Today is not Finnian's day.
Sargrass Plains - "Now what?" - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Tuesday May 1st, 2018 8:19:42 PM
Rolth[/b] makes a dramatic boarding of the bridge. Kiwina and Gothruk join him.
Tsak watches the rear, but finds the action behind him a bit distracting.
Sable draws his bow and scans for threats.
For now, all seems clear--except for that swirling magical sphere next to them.
Falco informs the others what he perceives of the object before them and proposes a “poke”. He and Elyas can discern little more as this is beyond their experience, but Elyas advises against the direct approach.
Finnian struggles with the climb, but his quick reflexes save him from physical harm, though his pride might be another matter.
The silence on the plain persists. The sky remains green. And the swirling grass strands continue their chaotic orbit around the levitating object. There is no sign of the enchantment fading.
The Petals seem to be at an impasse.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+8=17 ; Tuesday May 1st, 2018 9:14:33 PM
(Perception=17) Hearing Elyas and Falco discussing the merits of a poke and seeing Rolth's eager form moving toward the potential threat, Tsak decides that the best place for him to be looking is at the sphere to see what he can discern.
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+9=19 ; Tuesday May 1st, 2018 9:46:17 PM
Kiwina examines the sphere because he thought he glimpsed figures in it earlier and is trying to figure out what sort of creatures they might have been. (Perception = 19)
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Wednesday May 2nd, 2018 5:53:55 AM Unfortunately, I have never seen anything quite like this before. I do not know what is causing this sphere to exist, and I am not powerful enough to disrupt it with my own powers.
Perhaps we do need to interact with it, but I would still suggest not touching it ourselves. We should go about this carefully. Maybe throw rocks at the sphere, followed by arrows and simple spells like dancing lights.
Elyas is frustrated that he is unable to determine a better approach, and is quite nervous about what will happen when interacting with obviously powerful protective magics.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Wednesday May 2nd, 2018 7:09:48 AM
Rolth notes that the sphere popped up when the ship docked. Perhaps if a few of us were to unmoored the ship, the sphere would fade away? He wants to try that before any sort of contact with the Eldritch sphere.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Wednesday May 2nd, 2018 7:10:56 AM "Right, I should have been more clear. By poke it I did not mean with a finger so some body part."
He looks around so any lose item nearby. A belaying pin would work well but anything we will. If he finds something he will lob it underhand at the sphere.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Wednesday May 2nd, 2018 8:36:00 PM "I could shoot it, though that's probably not a great idea," Finnian says standing up and brushing himself off
Sargrass Plains - "Now what?" - DM Matt and John - 36 hr clock Wednesday May 2nd, 2018 10:32:51 PM
Tsak and Kiwina keep close watch on the sphere.
Elyas is frustrated that he is unable to determine a better approach, and is quite nervous about what will happen when interacting with obviously powerful protective magics.
Rolth proposes taking the ship away before interacting directly with the globe.
Finnian proposes shooting it.
Falco puts actions to words and tosses a nearby belaying pin into grassy globe.
The pin strikes the roiling ball of glowing green grass and bounces harmlessly off. However, the point where it struck begins to change. The swirling strands there concentrate around the point of contact. Tsak, Kiwina, Falco as well as anyone who succeeds at a DC 15 perception check Highlight to display spoiler: {A faint tendril of greenish light lashes out of the point where the pin struck and touches Falco on the top of his head. Just as rapidly it retracts back into the sphere like a recoiled whip.} Falco only Highlight to display spoiler: {As the light touches Falco it feels like the caress of a sun warmed breeze passing across and through his entire body.}
Moments later, the mass of strands weave themselves together taking the form of a small bipedal creature about three feet tall. This creature nimbly drops out of the sphere onto the surface of the bridge. Fibers in its body writhe onto its two arms forming what appears to be a crossbow that it then lifts and points in the direction of Falco.
”EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEKKKKKKK!” screams Ramsey as he dashes down into the hold below the deck.
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Wednesday May 2nd, 2018 11:21:59 PM
Kiwina prepares to fight the little grass creature, but does not approach it yet. He's a bit worried about accidentally hitting the sphere with his weapon, although there shouldn't be much risk while it's under the edge of the sphere. Maybe we could knock it off the edge.k
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+8=18 ; d20+3=14 ; d20+3=17 ; 2d6+5=13 ; 2d6+5=11 ; Thursday May 3rd, 2018 2:44:47 AM ”Hey Guys, looks like it just made a grassy duplicate of Falco!”, yells Sable.
Perception 18
Sable fires twice (rapid shot) at the grass figure.
Hitting AC 14 and AC 17 (or AC 16 and AC 19 if the creature is a Monstrous Humanoid). 1st Arrow does 13 HP; 2nd does 11 HP of damage - or +2 more in each case if the creature counts as Monstrous Humanoid...
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Thursday May 3rd, 2018 5:16:54 AM
Tsak takes aim at the little creature, but does not fire his bow. Petals, maybe we should try talking. We are all pointing weapons at it, why shouldn't it point one back. Also, what if every shot creates a new duplicate - we'll be overwhelmed?
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+4=20 ; 4d6=12 ; Thursday May 3rd, 2018 6:04:24 AM
Elyas holds at the ready, nervous about the new arrival.
Be careful, if it is a duplicate does that mean it has spell abilities like Falco?
Elyas holds an action to cast scorching ray at the creature if it makes an attack.
(Scorching Ray 20 to hit touch AC, 12 damage)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+9=13 ; d20+9=21 ; Thursday May 3rd, 2018 8:48:49 AM
As the tendril touches his head Falco tenses and then relaxes as a warm caress passes over him. He puts up his arms.
"Petals, wait! The tendril felt like a sun warmed breeze. This may not be a fight. Lets try and talk to it."
{ooc: Know Arcana:13 and Nature: 21- what is this creature}
He looks at the creature and tries speaking first in common and then in Draconic and Elven if there is no response.
"Lower you bow. We are here to help bring the Sargrass back to the Wold. We need what is in that sphere to help."
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=14 ; d20+10=14 ; d20+4=5 ; d20+11=12 ; Thursday May 3rd, 2018 2:35:38 PM I agree maybe we shouldn't fight it, what do you think it is? Because I've not a clue." [perception 14 fail, that was an extra perception, then two natural 1s on the knowledge roll]
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Satus: Taken 11 points of non-lethal damage. Thursday May 3rd, 2018 3:48:56 PM
Gothruk who drew his guisarme initially when he jumped onto the 'bridge' puts it away, holstered to his back. I think aggression is a trap here.
Sargrass Plains - "Now what?" - DM Matt and John - ROUND 1 Thursday May 3rd, 2018 8:26:30 PM Kiwina, cautious to not accidentally hit the sphere, holds off his attack.
Tsak takes aim at the little creature, but does not fire his bow and advises that attacking might create more duplicates.
Gothruk who drew his guisarme initially when he jumped onto the 'bridge' puts it away, holstered to his back and warns against aggression.
Finnian asks, “I agree maybe we shouldn't fight it, what do you think it is? Because I've not a clue."
Falco calls out, "Petals, wait! The tendril felt like a sun warmed breeze. This may not be a fight. Lets try and talk to it."
He addresses the creature, "Lower you bow. We are here to help bring the Sargrass back to the Wold. We need what is in that sphere to help." [b]
The creature responds by taking a shot at the halfling….
[b]Sable had already starting firing. Both arrows bury into the grassy figure. It collapses into a pile of lifeless grass before it can get its shot off.
Elyas was ready to fire a scorching ray but Sable’s marksmanship made that unnecessary.
Elyas Highlight to display spoiler: {[OOC: Elyas may save that roll for his next attack, should it prove necessary.] }
A slight breeze carries away a few strands of the inanimate pile of grass that is all that remains of the grassy creature.
The globe of swirling grass and greenish light continues to churn on its spot upon the bridge.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=21 ; Thursday May 3rd, 2018 9:51:22 PM
Rolth examines the swirling pattern carefully, watching to see whether there is any predictable gap that can be discerned that might allow a creature or object to pass through. (Perception =21) If he spots one, he will point it out to the others, and suggest using either a rope and grappling hook or maybe some magic to see if we can work the item out of the center of the sphere. Alternately, one of our more nimble folk could try to leap into a gap and get the item.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+8=12 ; Friday May 4th, 2018 1:45:06 AM
(Perception=12) Tsak keeps his bow at the ready, takes a moment to scan all around him (is anything trying to sneak up from behind?), and waits on the boat to see what will happen next.
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant Friday May 4th, 2018 2:02:50 AM
Sable says, ”If you guys want to talk, choose one of us who is the weakest - maybe without ranged weapons - to duplicate. That looked like a defensive response to me, not friendly.”
Sable will keep watch with his bow...
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Friday May 4th, 2018 7:11:57 AM
Kiwina relaxes slightly with the immediate threat gone. "We could let Falco try again after he has set down his bow -- it may only duplicate a person once. . . Or it may make him stronger the second time. Either way, we'd learn more about what we're facing."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Friday May 4th, 2018 10:22:11 AM
Falco lays his crossbow and bolts on the deck of the bridge and quietly admits to himself that he has no idea what is going on.
Not like I am any good with it anyway.
"Right. So the tentacle felt great but made a 'monster' I am going to get closer and see if I can just poke the shield with a small stick or something. Maybe non-threatening contact will do the quick. Of course if it kills me I guess we will learn something too."
Cursing his curious nature Falco grabs any small inanimate object he can find and move to touch the 'shield'.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Friday May 4th, 2018 11:31:44 AM
Elyas stays at the ready, watching as Falco moves to touch the globe again. His hands are still glowing as he prepares to burn any creature that attacks one of the petals
(OOC: I will keep the roll from before on my readied action)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Friday May 4th, 2018 2:05:07 PM
Hearing that Falco is actually going to poke it Finnian readies his bow. There's nothing that could go wrong with this plan he thinks to himself
"Be careful Falco" he calls
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Friday May 4th, 2018 9:47:07 PM
Even as he keeps an eye out for patterns, Rolth will move up to be ready to help Falco if something untoward happens. He'll also firmly suggest that Falco move to the center of the bridge rather than the edge--it's a long way down...
Sargrass Plains - "It may only duplicate a person once..." - DM Matt and John - ROUND 2 Saturday May 5th, 2018 9:11:36 AM
Rolth examines the swirling pattern carefully, looking for a gap and warns Falco to move away from the edge.
He sees no obvious pattern and any gap that does appears is too small and too fleeting to exploit.
Tsak keeps his bow at the ready and scans behind them.
Except for the motion and sound of the sphere (and Ramsey’s whimpering from below deck), it is eerily quiet and stil.
Sable proposes a plan, ”If you guys want to talk, choose one of us who is the weakest - maybe without ranged weapons - to duplicate. That looked like a defensive response to me, not friendly.” And stays watchful.
Kiwina adds to it, "We could let Falco try again after he has set down his bow -- it may only duplicate a person once. . . Or it may make him stronger the second time. Either way, we'd learn more about what we're facing."
Falco, being a good sport and the curious sort, gently pokes the glowing, swirling sphere with an object.
Finnian keeps his bow ready as Falco conducts his “experiment”.
All eyes are on Falco as he moves forward to touch the sphere with yet another belaying pin. As before, the strands in the sphere start to coalesce around the point where he touched it. A transparent tendril reaches out to touch him, but rather than retract, it wavers for a minute, then reaches out to Rolth and touches the top of his head before whipping back into the sphere.
Falco Highlight to display spoiler: { Falco felt nothing from this touch this time. } Rolth Highlight to display spoiler: { As the light touches Rolth, it feels like the caress of a sun warmed breeze passing across and through his entire body.}
Moments later, the mass of strands weave themselves together, taking the form of a large quadruped with the lower body of a lion and the upper body of a human. Its head stands about eight feet tall. This creature nimbly drops out of the sphere onto the surface of the bridge. Fibers in its body writhe onto the two arms of its upper body, forming what appears to be a glaive of woven grass. He looks menacingly at Falco, pulling the glaive back for a blow.
Elyas, ready for danger, sends forth a searing beam of fire.
It strikes the newly formed plant beast squarely in its chest. The scent of burning grass fills the air as its chest flashes into flame. The fire quickly burns out, leaving the creature’s chest blackened and smoldering.
Spellcraft or Intelligence check DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { This creature appears to be vulnerable to fire. It will take 50% more damage from a fire attack.}
[OOC: Given that the bottom of the sphere is touching the bridge, for Falco to reach it, he must move forward. I assumed he would not want to stand on the remaining strands of the previous grass creature and repositioning him on the Roll20 map accordingly.]
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Grass “Liontaur” AC unknown HP Unknown (18 less than full)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+1=19 ; d20+5=22 ; d10+4=6 ; d20+3=11 ; d20+3=12 ; d4+1=5 ; d4+1=4 ; Saturday May 5th, 2018 9:31:33 AM
A wave of warmth washing over him from the tendril and the scorching rays, Rolth exults,"Good shooting, Elyas, looks like he burns like a prairie fire!"[b] (INT Check: 19, success, by Domi!) To Falco he shouts, [b]"Don't worry, little buddy, we're here for you!" With that, he swings his own glaive mightily at the menacing grass-taur, then five foot steps closer if necessary to claw the thing. (Glaive To hit = 22, damage = 6; Paw 1 to hit = 11, Damage = 5; Paw 2 to hit = 12, damage = 4)
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+1=3 ; d20+4=18 ; d8+3=8 ; Saturday May 5th, 2018 2:06:07 PM
(Roll: Int check = 3)
Oops, I didn't mean for Falco to go and risk himself without further discussion. Kiwina moves to where he thinks he can attack the grass liontaur without risk of hitting the sphere, and jabs the beast with his longspear. (AC = 18, dmg = 8)
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+4=21 ; d8=7 ; Sunday May 6th, 2018 9:16:05 AM
Elyas burns the creature with a blast of fire magic
It burns well, fire will harm it more than anything else we have! (OOC automatic success on the spellcraft check, +9 modifier)
Even with that information, Elyas does not wish to "burn" his last scorching ray for the day, and instead loads and fires his crossbow at the creature
21 to hit, 8 damage with the crossbow
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+1=4 ; Sunday May 6th, 2018 11:16:28 PM
Sable moves to where he can get a cleaner shot, and takes one (4 misses). He readies for a second volley next round.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+1=11 ; d20+6=19 ; d8+1=4 ; Monday May 7th, 2018 1:43:28 AM
(Intel vs spoiler=11, Attack=19, Damage=4) Tsak notices the vulnerability of the grass creature to fire, and wonders how it will deal with a crossbow bolt? Only one way to find out. He fires at the creature.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+9=20 ; Monday May 7th, 2018 7:06:47 AM
Falco is a little surprised when a different member of the petals is duplicated but shrugs.
"Well this is quite interesting now isn't it! I wonder if there is one for each of us."
He glances over his shoulder at the grass creature and shrugs, a little surprised that the thing is still alive.
"Kill that one and I will make another." Thought it would be dead already really.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)25/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Satus: Taken 11 points of non-lethal damage. d20+6=8 ; Monday May 7th, 2018 1:49:32 PM
Gothruk moves forward, re-drawing his Guisarme and striking at the creature. 8 to hit...
If the creature falls under the hail of arrows Gothruk will speak out. I want to see if I can walk through the energy. Assuming our assailant is dead he'll put his Guisarme away and attempt to walk through the energy.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+7=13 ; d20+4=17 ; d20+4=9 ; d8+1=8 ; Monday May 7th, 2018 4:54:16 PM
Finnian quickly fires off 2 arrows but isn't too happy about it. "Are we sure that these things are our enemies?"
[17 to hit - 8 damage]
Sargrass Plains - "It may only duplicate a person once..." - DM Matt and John - ROUND 3 d20+6=18 ; d20+1=19 ; 2d6+6=15 ; d8+4=7 ; Monday May 7th, 2018 9:01:27 PM Rolth attacks the grass creature with a vengeance. His second paw attack drops it. A lifeless, formless pile of grass on the bridge is all that remains after his onslaught.
Kiwina is prepared to defend Falco, but sees there is no need after Elyas’ fire and Rolth’s attacks.
Elyas similarly is ready to attack, but can save his bolt after Rolth is finished.
Sable moves and is ready for a shot.
Tsak and Finnian are also ready to fire into the creature. Finnian proposes that these creatures may not be enemies.
Falco quips "Kill that one and I will make another."
Gothruk Gore, seeing that the creature falls, attempts to walk through the sphere of energy.
Gothruk finds the sphere to be surprisingly solid. Gothruk Highlight to display spoiler: { In addition to the impact of contact, he experiences what feels like the caress of a sun warmed breeze passing across and through his entire body.}
The grass fragments again concentrate near the point of contact. Next to Gothruk appears a large, bipedal grass creature with the torso of a human and the head and legs of a bull, wielding a vicious glaive constructed of tightly woven grass. This it raises and swings mightily at the minotaur of flesh and blood, opening a vicious gash across his chest. It then follows up with a slash of its horn of hardened fiber, opening up a slash on Gothruk' neck.
(Gothruk takes damage of 15 from glaive and 7 from gore.)
Perception DC 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { The sphere appears to be slightly smaller.}
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+9=14 ; Monday May 7th, 2018 10:22:24 PM
Kiwina eyes the sphere, looking to see if the amount of grass in it seems to have decreased. If there's only enough for duplicates of the party members, and perhaps a brambletaur and tatzlewurm, maybe he could see a difference now. (Perception = 14)
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none Tuesday May 8th, 2018 6:54:47 AM
Elyas stands ready in case something new comes out when Gothruk moves in, readying to fire his crossbow at a new grass creature if one comes out.
He sees that gothruk cannot push his hand into th sphere and considers using a spell on it next if nothing happens when Gothruk touches it.
What do you see? anything moving? he calls out to Gothruk
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Tuesday May 8th, 2018 7:09:09 AM
(OOC: It's odd that a new critter appeared on the map but is not described in the main text. I've sent the DMs an email about it. I'll wait to post until they clarify, since Rolth is potentially positioned to join a fight if needed.)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d6+1=4 d20+4=24 d20+4=5 Tuesday May 8th, 2018 7:22:25 AM
As Gothruk pushes towards the sphere Falco chuckles and skips back as quickly as he can not wanting to get crushed by a big plant.
"Fine, take all my fun." he chuckles as he moves.
His attitude changes when the figure steps out and slashes at Gothruk.
He quickly mutters and launches a small dart of acid at the new plant creature.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday May 8th, 2018 7:51:00 AM
Tsak keeps his loaded crossbow pointing at the place where the creatures are appearing and waits to see what happens.
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+2=22 ; d20+2=20 ; 2d6+5=13 ; 2d6+5=13 ; Tuesday May 8th, 2018 10:45:03 AM
Sable shoots at the mysterious new creature that looks like Sable, hitting AC 22 and AC 20 (or 24 and 22 if creature counts as Monstrous Humaniod) for 13 HP and 13 HP.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+4=7 ; d8=1 ; Tuesday May 8th, 2018 12:35:47 PM
Elyas takes a shot as the new grass creature pops out, but he was clearly distracted by the super-stealthy-hiding-in-the-spoiler-tag creature and misses badly.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)3/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Satus: Taken 11 points of non-lethal damage. d20+7=14 ; d20+4=7 ; d20+4=15 ; d8+4=8 ; Tuesday May 8th, 2018 1:40:18 PM
Gothruk roars in pain and panic
Let us through Magic barrier. We don't know what you want!
He then Flurry of blows the creature that attacked him. 7 to hit first attack. 15 to hit second attack for 8 damage.
(Ooc Gothruk is very close to being unconscious and if he strikes like that again will be dead.)
I guess we just keep killing them?" Finnian asks as he fires off 2 shots and then moves up to Gothruk
[to hit 23 and 13 damage 8 and 8]
If the creature is already dead he will instead cast CLW on Gothruk for 9, if not that's his next move, [max healing!]
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Tuesday May 8th, 2018 4:57:18 PM
I don't who's going to touch it next, if anyone. But Finnian wants to stow his bow and, saying a prayer to Maab, enact his wooden fist before reaching out with his own vine covered bark fist at the sphere.
Could be this round or next, I just have a late night and wanted to get that idea out there
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+5=12 ; d10+4=5 ; Tuesday May 8th, 2018 5:45:23 PM
Rolth will step up and add his blows to the mix. (Glaive to hit = 12, damage = 5)
Sargrass Plains - "It may only duplicate a person once..." - DM Matt and John - ROUND 4 Tuesday May 8th, 2018 11:05:05 PM
Kiwina eyes the sphere, looking to see if the amount of grass in it seems to have decreased. Kiwina Highlight to display spoiler: {Since he is specifically looking for it, Kiwina notices that the amount of grass as well as the total size of the sphere has decreased since it first appeared. It seems to be expending itself to create the grass beings. He is, however, unable to estimate how many more creatures it could spawn before being consumed. }
Falco rushes clear of the giant grass beast then fires an acid dart at it. He is rewarded with a satisfying sizzle as the acid eats into the grass where it struck.
Sable shoots at the mysterious new creature that looks like Sable, solidly hitting it twice.
Elyas takes a shot as the new grass creature pops out, but he was clearly distracted by the super-stealthy-hiding-in-the-spoiler-tag creature and misses badly. Highlight to display spoiler: {DM tips hat at the nicely hyphened rejoinder}
Gothruk roars in pain and panic, then strikes at the creature that wounded him with a flurry of blows. The second blow lands solidly and the creature collapses into a pile of hay.
Tsak keeps his loaded crossbow pointed at the place where the creatures are appearing and waits to see what happens. It proves unnecessary to fire.
Finnian steps up and heals Gothruk for 9 points. He then stows his bow and enacts his wooden fist. Finnian Highlight to display spoiler: {This will happen next round. What is this? Also, I do not see your spells on your character sheet.}
Rolth is ready to step up and add his blows to the mix, but the others’ attacks are sufficient to fell the green beast.
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Tuesday May 8th, 2018 11:45:18 PM "Guys, the sphere has gotten smaller," Kiwina says. "It can only create so many defenders. . . Be nice to run it out faster, though. I wouldn't want to risk setting the plains on fire, or I'd say we should lob some alchemist's fire at it."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+5=21 ; d10+4=14 ; Wednesday May 9th, 2018 6:57:28 AM "We should be careful to only bring through one defender at a time, that last one was mighty! So who is next?. Rolth will ready an action to swing at the next threatening critter to emerge from the sphere. (Glaive to hit = 21, damage = 14)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+7=9 ; d8+1=5 ; Wednesday May 9th, 2018 7:17:20 AM
(Attack=9, Damage=5) As the biggest of the 'littles' in the party, Tsak figures it might as well be him? A balance between the danger of facing another grass taur vs using up the grass quickly so the team faces less fights (if that occurs the way we hope?) He takes a shot at the sphere from his position on the ship...
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Wednesday May 9th, 2018 7:34:50 AM
{ooc: Is the sphere made of Saragrass? I assumed it was}
Learning that the sphere is getting smaller Falco grins in wonderment.
This sargrass really is a wonders thing. No wonder it has achieved a status equal to some immortal power. This will need further study.
"Yes, best keep the beasties coming. Someone else touch the sphere, it is quite the feeling."
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+5=8 ; Wednesday May 9th, 2018 8:15:58 AM
Elyas will reload his bow and watch for another creature to come out, then casts acid splash at the sphere itself.
Let's see if it responds the same way to magic!
8 to hit touch AC of the sphere if needed.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)12/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Satus: Taken 11 points of non-lethal damage. d20+6=18 ; d20+6=13 ; d20+6=8 ; 2d6+6=16 ; 2d6+6=14 ; Wednesday May 9th, 2018 10:37:49 AM
Gothruk will step back out of reach and use his Guisarme to attack the creatures as they come forth. He dosn't really have time to calm his rapid heartbeat before other start creating more grass-creatures.
Thank you Finnian, you are a great asset to the team. I hope I can repay you in kind in the future.
Gothruk's readied attack is 18 to hit. 16 Damage. His first AOO is 13, with 14 damage. His third is 8 to hit.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Wednesday May 9th, 2018 4:35:42 PM "It is a gift from the Wold that I am even able to heal, it is my pleasure and my duty." he says reverently then adds in a more jovial tone "Plus, we've got to keep you alive or we'd all be toast."
I don't know how to put a spoiler in but I'm going to try @DM Highlight to display spoiler: {Wooden fist is my plant domain ability from being a druid and as for spells I'll add my prepared spells to my sheet along with the ability, but I have entangle and speak with animals left}
"I want to try to commune with this thing, I could be wrong... I'm probably wrong, but I want to try. These creatures, whatever they are look like they are connected to Maab in someway, and I can't believe that she would want to hurt us. Refrain from attacking it, please, at least until it attacks me." with his bow on his back Finnian approachs the sphere. Calling on his druidic connection to the plants turns his hands and forearms into lichen covered bark before plunging them into the sphere and waits to see if there is any chance of communicating with it, or if it is in fact purely hostile.
Sargrass Plains - "And then there were three, no two...." - DM Matt and John - ROUND 5 d20+3=10 ; d20+4=17 ; d8=3 ; Wednesday May 9th, 2018 9:55:25 PM
The Petals continue to interact with this mysterious green sphere. Constructed of an olive tinged light, it swirls bits of sargrass that what ripped from the surrounding plain when it formed.
Kiwina shares what he has discerned about the sphere and its diminishing size.
Tsak fires a shot at the sphere. His arrow bounces harmlessly off. As before, the grass concentrates around the shot, a green light flashes out and touches Tsak before returning to the sphere, and a Tsak-sized creature steps out of the globe. Tsak Highlight to display spoiler: { When the flash reaches him, Tsak experiences what feels like the caress of a sun warmed breeze passing across and through his entire body.}
Rolth and Gothruk, being ready for the appearance of a creature, each take a mighty swings at it, each striking deadly blows. These two blows are sufficient to fell it. It collapses into a motionless pile of grass.
Falco encourages the others to touch the sphere to keep the creaturescoming.
Elyas reloads his bow and watches for another creature to come out, then casts acid splash at the sphere itself.
His acid easily hits the sphere, but splashes harmlessly on its surface. Where it struck, grass fibers coalesce and the green light lashes out at the wizard. After the light returns to the sphere, a human-sized grass creature forms and steps out, wielding what appears to be a crossbow. Elyas Highlight to display spoiler: { When the flash reaches him, Elyas experiences what feels like the caress of a sun warmed breeze passing across and through his entire body.}
The creature fires its crossbow at Elyas, provoking an attack from Gothruk. Gothruk’s glaive hits, scoring a deep gash across its chest while the creature's arrow manages to hit Elyas for 3 points of damage.
Finnian wishes to parley with the sphere and plunges his transformed arms into the roiling globe of grass and light, hoping to initiate contact.
Finnian discovers that the sphere is surprising solid and impervious to his touch. Grass starts forming at the point of contact. Finnian Highlight to display spoiler: { When the flash reaches him, Finnian experiences what feels like the caress of a sun warmed breeze passing across and through his entire body. Like the sun’s, this light’s touch is impersonal and feels devoid of any sentience or emotion.}
The creature lashes at Finnian with a thorn covered fist, but fails to land the punch.
[OOC: I am guessing where Finnian approached and moved his token on the map. Correct his position as desired.]
It is now clearly obvious that the sphere has decreased in size. The floating object remains in its center. Since the bottom of the sphere continues to touch the bridge, the object is now about twelve feet above the surface, whereas it started nearly twenty feet above the surface.
==================== Green Tsak Dead Green Elyas AC 13 HP 15 remaining Green Finnian AC unknown HP unknown
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+1=13 ; d20+1=5 ; 2d6+5=10 ; Thursday May 10th, 2018 12:36:27 AM
Sable shoots twice, Hitting AC 13 and AC 5 - Damage for 1st (if it hits) is 10.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+5=10 ; Thursday May 10th, 2018 6:53:25 AM
Rolth lashes out at Green Elyas, but can't connect in the swirl of grass and Petals. (Glaive to hit = 10)
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Thursday May 10th, 2018 7:10:02 AM
Unable to reach the grass figures without touching the sphere, Kiwina repositions himself and swaps weapons.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+4=5 ; d6+1=7 ; Thursday May 10th, 2018 7:32:15 AM
Falco launches another dart of acid but is clearly distracted and it sails wide of its mark. {To hit touch: 5}
"Well I am sure you guys will kill them."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)12/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Satus: Taken 11 points of non-lethal damage. d20+6=9 ; d20+6=18 ; 2d6+4=14 ; Thursday May 10th, 2018 12:26:46 PM
Gothruk swings at Green Elyas but fails to connect with anything but stray leaves. 1D20+6=9
AOO incase they provoke = 18 14 damage.
If I thought they were intelligent I would consider trying to take one alive but every one only seems interested in stabbing us. If they have anything to do with Maab, then they are nothing but twisted imitations.
He will however not strike or threaten Finnian's evil double until it has harmed him.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+5=21 ; d8+1=5 ; Thursday May 10th, 2018 12:29:52 PM As much as I agree we shouldn't fight unprovoked, these things don't seem very friendly! Elyas calls out to Finnian, while glancing down at the small trickle of blood from his shoulder caused by his double.
He reloads his crossbow and fires at the green version of himself 21 to hit, 5 damage
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+7=10 ; d8+1=6 ; Thursday May 10th, 2018 8:36:52 PM
(Attack=10,Damage=6) Tsak, sharing none of Gothruk's reluctance, fires a bolt at Green Finnian!
Sargrass Plains - "Getting closer...." - DM Matt and John - ROUND 6 d20+3=13 ; d20+5=16 ; d6+2=5 ; d20=14 ; Thursday May 10th, 2018 10:11:11 PM
Sable shoots twice at Green Elyas hitting him once (10 damage). The other shot falls short of its target.
Rolth lashes out at Green Elyas, but can't connect in the swirl of grass and Petals.
Unable to reach the grass figures without touching the sphere, Kiwina repositions himself and swaps weapons.
Gothruk swings at Green Elyas but fails to connect.
Falco launches another dart of acid but is clearly distracted and he sends it wide of its mark.
The acid dart strikes the sphere, splattering harmlessly on its surface. Harmlessly except that it spawns another grass creature! The familiar green light lashes out. It hesitates slightly before redirecting to Kiwina. A centaur shaped creature forms near Green Finnian then advances toward the centaur. Kiwina Highlight to display spoiler: {When the flash reaches him, Kiwina experiences what feels like the caress of a sun warmed breeze passing across and through his entire body.}
When the newly formed creature goes toward Kiwina Gothruk takes his opening, striking it for 14 points of damage.
Rolth may take an AoO as well.
Green Kiwina then turns to attack Gothruk and scores a hit with its hardened grass spear. Gothruk takes 5 points of damage.
Elyas reloads his crossbow and fires at the green version of himself. The bolt sinks deeply into its chest; the creature collapses into another pile of hay.
Tsak fires at Green Finnian. The bolt misses its intended target, but impacts the sphere, bouncing harmlessly off. This time the light touches Sable spawning a grassy minotaur that heads toward the ship and its bovine counterpart. It nimbly drops from the bridge to the deck, drawing a grassy battleaxe as it advances. Sable Highlight to display spoiler: {When the flash reaches him, Sable experiences what feels like the caress of a sun warmed breeze passing across and through his entire body.}
Gothruk[b] has another attack of opportunity available.
[b]Finnian stares at his grassy likeness.
Green Finnian attacks flesh Finnian, but once again its attack causes no harm.
These last two spawnings have reduced the sphere to about a foot in diameter, barely larger than the object in its center and only about six inches above the bridge's surface. Perhaps two or three strands of grass continue to swirl around the one foot diameter--certainly not enough to form another creature.
==================== Green Elyas Dead Green Finnian AC unknown HP unknown Green Kiwina AC 14 HP 26 remaining Green Sable AC unknown HP unknown
Finnian stares at his likeness and is momentarily jealous of what he sees before him. The thought is fleeting as he tries to kill himself. "sorry" he says as he attempts to punch what he now sees is just an abomination, but like green Finnian, fleshy Finnian is no boxer. "Nevermind that nonsense kill this thing" he shouts as Finnian and Finnian trade blows with the air.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+7=14 ; d8+1=7 ; Thursday May 10th, 2018 11:43:37 PM
(Attack=14, Damage=7) Tsak momentarily watches Finnian trade massive fresh air swings with himself- it reminds him of a puppet show he once saw. Then he collects himself then fires at Green Kiwina.
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+3=13 ; d20+2=8 ; d20+2=17 ; d20+2=18 ; d6+2=8 ; d6+2=7 ; Friday May 11th, 2018 12:23:21 AM
Kiwina steps up to his duplicate (5') and makes a full set of attacks, connecting with both hooves (13 & 8 miss, 17 & 18 hit for 15 total damage).
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+1=13 ; d20+1=18 ; 2d6+5=8 ; 2d6+5=9 ; Friday May 11th, 2018 1:42:02 AM
Sable fires twice at Green Sable - hitting AC 13 and 18; Doing 8 and 9 points of damage (add +2 more damage on each and +2 to hit if creature counts as Monstrous Humanoid)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+5=25 ; d20+5=11 ; d10+4=14 ; d20+5=17 ; d10+4=7 ; d20+4=12 ; d6=1 ; Friday May 11th, 2018 5:58:26 AM
Rolth seizes the opportunity to swing at the advancing green Kiwina, striking a mighty blow that should be enough to fell it. (AoO Glaive to hit = 25 (crit not confirmed), damage = 14). He then leaps to the deck behind green Sable (possibly drawing an AoO), taking a flanking position and making another swing. (Glaive to hit = 19 with flanking bonus, damage = 7) (acrobatics = 12, fail, Rolth takes 1 non lethal damage from the deliberate fall; auto succeed on the jump check)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+4=15 ; d6+1=7 ; Friday May 11th, 2018 10:49:03 AM
Seeing the shield get smaller Falco quickly launches another Acid Dart at the creature near Sable and then dashes up next to the object so he can grab it at next opportunity.
[To Hit vs Touch: 15 | Dam: 7}
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+5=25 ; d8+1=6 ; d20+5=11 ; d8+1=2 ; Friday May 11th, 2018 11:53:27 AM
Elyas quickly reloads and fires again, this time at green finnian
25 to hit, for 6 damage. possible critical, but only an 11 to confirm. on the off chance that does it, 2 more damage
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)7/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Satus: Taken 11 points of non-lethal damage. d20+6=15 ; 2d6+4=9 ; d20+6=8 ; Friday May 11th, 2018 4:20:39 PM
Gothruk takes his AOO against Grassable 15 to hit 9 damage. He then takes another swing but his blade strikes a particularly hard clump of grass and it bounces off ineffectually. (to hit 8) He's not very comfortable being hit so much he isn't very good at defending himself and so has hidden behind his other party members in other fights.
Sargrass Plains - "Getting closer...." - DM Matt and John - ROUND 6 d20+5=23 ; 2d6+7=14 ; d20+3=5 ; d20+5=25 ; d20+5=14 ; 2d6+7=14 ; d20=14 ; Saturday May 12th, 2018 2:55:40 PM
Finnian seems unable to land a blow with “himself”.
Tsak lands a shot on Green Kiwina.
Kiwina additionally solidly connects with both hooves on the grassy centaur for 15 points of damage. Combining with the devastating strike from by Rolth’s attack of opportunity and Tsak’s arrow, the creature collapses into a motionless and unilluminated pile of grass.
Sable fires twice at Green Sable and hits it once for 9 points of damage. [OOC: plant type, not monstrous humanoid; You should be in melee now with Green Sable, but green sable used its AoO on Rolth, so the ranged attacks do not receive an AoO.]
Rolth leaps to the deck behind green Sable. The grassy beast makes a vicious cut with its hardened grass battleaxe as Rolth passes through his reach. Rolth takes 14 points damage. The liontaur responds with an attack of his own, cutting a bloodless gash in its side.
[OOC: It is only a 10’ drop, so no damage (or falling prone) from the fall with the successful check. acrobatics = 12, fail, Rolth takes 1 non lethal damage from the deliberate fall; auto succeed on the jump check)
Falco hits Green Sable with an acid dart. The air fills with the acrid smell of chlorine and chlorophyll as the acid burns into the creatures side. He then moves close to the object contained within a now small globe.
Elyas scores a hit on green Finnian with his crossbow. [OOC: No crit]
Gothruk takes his AOO against Grassable opening a gash in the creature. Seemingly mindlessly it continues past that minotaur in its apparent single-minded pursuit of the other one.
Green Finnina again is again unable to land an attack on Finnian.
Green Sable rears its bovine head back in a silent bellow as it finds an opening in Sable’s guard. Its grass-made battleaxe cuts deeply into the minotaur’s shoulder. Sable is hit for with an almost critical for 14 points damage.
The creature’s follows up with a gore attack that strikes armor, but does no damage.
====================
Green Kiwina Dead Green Finnian AC 16 HP 21 remaining Green Sable AC 15 HP 8 remaining
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (14/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+5=16 ; 2d20+3=25 ; d20+3=23 ; d20+3=11 ; d20+3=14 ; d10+4=10 ; d4+1=3 ; d4+1=4 ; Saturday May 12th, 2018 3:46:05 PM
Rolth grunts as Green Sable's grass axe bites deep, but redoubles his resolve to bring the thing down. He lashes out with his glaive and two paws, taking full advantage of his flanking position. (glaive to hit = 18, damage = 10; paw 1 to hit = 25 (crit not confirmed), damage = 3; paw 2 to hit = 16, damage =4)
(OOC, ignore the 2d20+3 roll, it was a mistake. All the to hit rolls in the brackets are the totals with flanking bonus, which I forgot to include in the original rolls.)
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+5=19 ; d6+2=4 ; Saturday May 12th, 2018 8:00:24 PM
Not wanting to perform a flying leap onto green Sable, Kiwina moves to a position from which he can attack green Finnian with his spear, trampling what remains of his own green double in the process. (19 hits, 4 damage)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)7/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Satus: Taken 11 points of non-lethal damage. d20+6=21 ; 2d6+4=9 ; Sunday May 13th, 2018 3:08:20 AM
Gothruk moves to the side of the Bridge/Alter and attacks the 10ft down using his Guisarme. Giving green sable a nasty head wound of 9 damage. (21 to hit, 9 damage)
Sable (Don) ( HP 17/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+3=17 ; 2d6+5=10 ; Sunday May 13th, 2018 7:50:51 AM
Sable staggers into the spot green Sable formerly occupied and takes a shot at green Finnian hitting 17 and doing 10 points of damage.
Elyas (BatMark Subbing for Ben) d20+5=23 ; d8+1=7 ; Sunday May 13th, 2018 8:26:58 PM
Elyas will continue shooting his crossbow at Green Finnian, and smacks another bolt into the now-thrashed grass creature. (to hit = 23, damage = 7)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+7=8 ; Monday May 14th, 2018 5:43:09 AM
(Attack=8) Tsak lines up Green Finnian with his crossbow but his shot misses the mark.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Monday May 14th, 2018 7:17:04 AM
Seeing the 'shield' has been so very reduced in size Falco takes a step closer and attempts to grab the object from within.
Finnian takes a final swing at himself before his firsts turn back to flesh and then takes a quick step back to give himself some space.
Sargrass Plains - "And then there were none?" - DM Matt and John - Combat Over Monday May 14th, 2018 8:14:48 PM
Rolth lays into Green Sable, tearing it into scattered piles of lifeless grass.
Gothruk adds insult to Green Sable’s remains with his guisarme.
Kiwina engages Green Finnian, slashing it with his spear.
Sable, freed from attack, shoots Green Finnian, solidly implanting his arrow in its verdant “flesh”.
Elyas smacks another bolt into the now-thrashed Green Finnian. The plant construct staggers back from the shot.
Tsak’s attack on Green Finnian misses.
Finnian takes a final swing at “himself”, landing the killing blow that reduces his former image to yet another pile of hay.
Falco grabs at the object within the small protective shield.
The shield is hard and unyielding to his touch. The few remaining strands of grass within it briefly move toward his hand, but soon they resume their swirling motion around the object.
Falco Highlight to display spoiler: { The object is clearly visible. It looks like it may have been the talon of what must have been something very large. Its tip and edge are razor sharp. It would be reasonable to conclude that the creature that it once belonged to would be deadly. }.
====================
All current foes are vanquished.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (14/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+10=28 ; Monday May 14th, 2018 8:47:47 PM
Rolth will call over the edge of the ship, "Hey Ramsey, good job watching out below. Up here, they're all taken care of, now why don't you get back up here before something really nasty comes along and eats you?" If there is no rope or rope ladder already dangling down, he'll drop one for Ramsey if the fellow is in sight.
To the Petals, he suggests some healing from the wand, starting with Gothruk, who took wounds almost as grievous as his boldness. Time permitting, he'll accept some healing himself (two cure light wounds would be nice.) All the while, he'll keep an eye out for new threats, leaving the sphere to the more arcane amongst us. (Perception = 28)
Elyas (BatMark subbing for Ben) d20+7=24 ; Monday May 14th, 2018 8:55:03 PM
Elyas will climb carefully on the bridge, to assist Falco in his examination of the sphere and object. He will begin by casting another detect magic, concentrating long enough to determine whether the auras remain the same as before. (Knowledge Arcana = 24)
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None Monday May 14th, 2018 11:20:09 PM
Kiwina gets no closer to the remaining sphere, but watches what he can see of Falco's attempt to grab the object in it. "We could ask Ramsey to touch that. It might drain the remaining grass out." Kiwina doesn't sound convinced himself that this would work.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+8=23 ; Tuesday May 15th, 2018 5:04:18 AM
(Perception=23) Tsak goes back to watching all around them from the bow of the ship, looking for sneaky things creeping up in the grass or Rapkes to vanquish.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Tuesday May 15th, 2018 6:49:36 AM Looks like some sort of talon, sharp, I think I am glad we found it like this and not attached to something trying to eviserate us."
Finding the shield resists him Falco reaches for his dagger but Kiwana seems to have a better idea.
"Ramsey, can you try and grab this for me please?"
Sable (Don) ( HP 17/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant Tuesday May 15th, 2018 4:47:13 PM
Sable could use two charges from the healing wand, if folks allow.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d8+1=8 ; d8+1=5 ; Tuesday May 15th, 2018 8:22:09 PM
Finnian pulls out his bow but glances at his hands, not a great boxer, but at least good enough he thinks. and then nods as Kiwina presents a plausible idea. Then seeing sable wounded approaches and wands him a couple times, if the rest agree [13 hp]
Sargrass Plains - "And then there were none?" - DM Matt and John - Combat Over d8=8 ; d20+4=13 ; d3=2 ; Tuesday May 15th, 2018 11:25:11 PM
Rolth calls to Ramsey. Keeping a weather eye open, he sees no other creatures or threats.
Ramsey quickly responds, climbing up the way he went down. Upon seeing the diminished sphere, his homely face breaks into a great smile. ”Awesome!" he exclaims as he cautiously approaches it.
Elyas assists in examining the sphere. He continues to see a moderate abduration aura on the now, much smaller globe and a strong transmutation aura on the object.
Kiwina suggests Ramsey attempt to grab the object.
Tsak joins Rolth in keeping a watchful eye. All appears quiet on all fronts.
Sable provides some much needed healing.
Falco considers using his dagger on the shield, but asks the bramble to give grabbing it a try first.
Finnian pull out his bow then heals Sable.
Gothruk, sorely wounded, waits to be healed before doing anything else.
[OOC: before the following happens, all the desired healing occurs. Please include the rolls in your next post. And remember the Woldian house rule: reroll all ones on curing dice rolls.]
Ramsey looks quizzically at Falco then, after a brief hesitation, impulsively reaches out to grasp the sphere. He tries to lift it off the surface of the bridge, but finds it to be immovable. It will not even roll when pushed. After a few failed attempts of trying to make it move, he draws his longsword in frustration and slashes at it.
IMMEDIATELY, A MIGHTY BURST OF SOUND LIKE A CLAP OF THUNDER ERUPTS FROM THE SPHERE AS IT RUPTURES WITH A BRIGHT FLASH OF VIRIDIAN LIGHT.
Everyone except Tsak, Sable, and Rolth[/b] make a Fortitude Save DC 17 or Highlight to display spoiler: {on failed save take 8 points of sonic damage and be stunned for 1d3 rounds. } Ramsey drops his sword and stares motionless at the object, an astonished expression on his face.
Silently compared to that din, the talon drops the short distance to the bridge no longer surrounded by the protective globe. The few remaining strands of grass were blown away by the force of the sound.
A short time later, however, the Petals hear something again. From the talon itself seems to be radiating what sounds like an animal cry. Deep and resonate, the call is a cross between a lion’s roar and the sound of a millstone as it rolls in its track.
From the north, another such roar cries out in the distance as if in answer.
Nearby you hear a rustle in the grass. Perception DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { the tatzlewyrm has broken cover and seems to be running at full speed to the south away from the bridge. It is the last you see of it.}
Then to the east, somewhat farther away, another lionine roar resonates. A few seconds later you hear another, then another, then another, from many directions and from various distances, none of them particularly close.
At the same time, those on the bridge feel a rumble. A crack booms from the column across from the already fallen support.
Knowledge Engineering or Profession Miner (or related) DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { This sound is often associated with the catastrophic failure of a structure. } Note that DC 10 checks can be made untrained as ability checks (Int or Wis).
Kiwina's first instinct is to sprint for the ship, but he realizes he is in a position to help any of the others who doesn't act quickly on their own. "Run!" he shouts as he readies to move others if needed.
Kiwina's first instinct is to sprint for the ship, but he realizes he is in a position to help any of the others who doesn't act quickly on their own. "Run!" he shouts as he readies to move others if needed.
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+9=10 ; d20+2=3 ; d8+1=7 ; d8+1=7 ; Wednesday May 16th, 2018 2:31:05 AM
Sable fails his Perception and Profession checks, but heals 14 points (others should roll for themselves for healing - Sable will assist if needed).
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (26/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d8+1=4 ; d8+1=8 ; d20+1=15 ; d20+10=15 ; Wednesday May 16th, 2018 6:46:00 AM
Rolth will accept two uses of the CLW wand. (12 hp healing, bringing him near full HP)
At the thunderous sound, he looks up quickly at the bridge, then around more widely. (Knowledge engineering = 15, success;Perception = 15, success)
He shouts, "Quick, get back on board, the bridge is collapsing! I'll start preparations to get the ship underway as soon as all are on board. Captain Kiwina, should we follow the wurm, which has disappeared toward the south? Or does our goal lie elsewhere? In any event, let's get away from those roars!"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20+2=21 ; d20+2=15 ; Wednesday May 16th, 2018 7:26:32 AM
{Fort: 21} {Perception: 15}
Flaco quickly covers his ears as the noise buffets the group. Fortunatly he was fast enough to be uninjured so he quickly grabs the talon from the deck of the bridge.
"Watch out folks the tatzlewyrm is running off pretty quick. Could be danger. Rolth is right, get to the boat."
Talon in hand he quickly moves and drops the 10 feet to the deck of the boat.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+8=17 ; d20+1=12 ; Wednesday May 16th, 2018 9:41:47 AM
(Perception vs spoiler=17; Int vs spoiler=12) Tsak sees the Wurm head south, and hears anguished, rending sounds coming from the bridge. He moves to untie the boat from the bridge so that they can push off as soon as all the party is on board.
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+3=8 ; d3=1 ; Wednesday May 16th, 2018 10:03:50 AM
At the sound, Elyas feels his ears bleeding and loses all sensation for a moment, dropping his crossbow and falling to the ground.
He tries to choke out Help me... but is not sure he was able to get it out, and hopes someone is able to help him off the bridge.
OOC: I didn't roll the other 2 checks, since Elyas was dropped by the first thing that happened.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)-6/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Status, dying. d20+7=8 ; d20+4=10 ; Wednesday May 16th, 2018 3:05:04 PM
Gothruk is knocked unconscious from the blast. He falls to the ground atop the bridge precariously close to the edge.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)-6/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Status, dying. d3=2 ; Wednesday May 16th, 2018 3:07:23 PM
Forgot to roll for how long Gothruk would be stunned. I also didn't do the other two roles as he has no idea.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Wednesday May 16th, 2018 4:20:26 PM
Just as Ramsey swings Maab sends Finnian a slight boon. I will be using a hero point on this because my fort is garbage.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+10=26 ; d20+10=20 ; d20+3=9 ; d8+1=6 ; d8+1=2 ; d8+1=5 ; d8+11=15 ; Wednesday May 16th, 2018 4:34:47 PM
And it's lucky because some instinct made him cover up and he avoids whatever was about to happen. [Fort=26,ahh would have made it anyway] [Perception 20, Untrained =9 fail]
Finnian hears the roar and sees the worm booking it across the planes. He hurries over and using the wand already in his hand rushes to Gothruks aid. [6 points in round 1, 5 in round 2] "Get up! He yells I can't carry you and we've got to go," Finnian yells as he stows his bow and tries to pull Gothruk to his feet.
[know Nature=15 do I know that roar?]
ADM Post re Gothruk healing d8+1=2 ; d8+1=8 ; d8+1=9 ; Wednesday May 16th, 2018 8:55:45 PM
It looks like Logan didn't see the opportunity to heal. If the DMs agree, how about he got the same as the other wounded Petals (2 CLWs from the wand)? Healing =17hp after rerolling the natural "1"
That would leave him conscious with 8 hp left after the BOOM!
Sargrass Plains - "Sargrass Bridge is ...." - DM Matt and John d20+2=4 ; Wednesday May 16th, 2018 10:22:18 PM
[OOC: Gothruk was healed before the blast. Thank you, faithful ADM.]
Kiwina stays to help the others clear the bridge.
Sable provides some healing and other assistance.
Rolth is healed. He shouts, "Quick, get back on board, the bridge is collapsing! I'll start preparations to get the ship underway as soon as all are on board. Captain Kiwina, should we follow the wurm, which has disappeared toward the south? Or does our goal lie elsewhere? In any event, let's get away from those roars!"
Falco maintains his grip on the talon and gets to the boat after informing the others that the tatzlewyrm has fled.
Tsak makes ready for a quick departure in the boat.
Elyas is stunned by the blast, but soon recovers.
Gothruk is healed by the wand then stunned from the blast. OOC:[Healing occurred BEFORE the blast. Gothruk is stunned but not unconscious.]
Finnian heroically avoids the impact of the blast. Finnian Highlight to display spoiler: { Finnian does not recognize the beast that is making the calls. He does think that it is saurian and likely very large.}
Enough time has passed that everyone, including Ramsey, has recovered from the blast.
Another report sounds from the same column as before, sounding deeper and lasting longer than before. Almost at the same time the column nearest the the ship emits a similar noise. The bridge shudders and bucks as the columns seem to be giving way.
Anyone on the bridge make a Reflex Save DC 10 or fall prone. Ramsey sways and topples to the bridge. He pulls himself up and scrambles toward the boat.
Beyond the bridge, the wild calls continue. They seem to be getting closer…..
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 20/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+7=13 ; d20+8=19 ; Thursday May 17th, 2018 12:17:45 AM
(Climb=13, Perception=19) Tsak climbs to the crows nest to get the best possible view of what's happening around the ship. He assumes the structure is going to collapse but isn't focused on that, he's more concerned about the animal calls - are they Rapkes? Is it hunting time or should the team be booking it after the wurm? He peers out and shares what he sees with the other petals as they organize themselves about the boat.
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+5=22 ; Thursday May 17th, 2018 12:25:04 AM
(Roll: reflex = 22)
Enough time has passed that everyone, including Ramsey, has recovered from the blast.
Seeing that everyone has recovered from the blast, Kiwina starts heading for the ship when the bridge starts shaking. Four-footed, he stays up okay. He pauses to help others if they fall, but moves to the ship as soon as he sees they haven't.
(Readies action to move and jump once he sees the others stay up or stand up.)
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+4=17 ; Thursday May 17th, 2018 2:53:24 AM
Sable tosses down a rope to help others onto the ship, lifting them up as needed (17 Strength Check for lifting).
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (26/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+5=17 ; Thursday May 17th, 2018 6:57:07 AM
Rolth will have the ship moving as soon as all are back on board, not even waiting for the Captain! "Jump aboard now, we have to leave before the columns fall on us! (Profession: Sailor if needed = 17)
(OOC others should feel free to assist on the sailor check if they are not doing something else critical)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook d20=1 ; Thursday May 17th, 2018 7:16:29 AM
On the boat Falco really cannot see the surface of the bridge. He does yell to those on the bridge which he figures is the most a halfling can do to help in this situation.
"Wake up big folks! Time to go."
He attempts to help get the boat ready for when everyone arrives but might actually make things worse. {Assist Rolth: 1}
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+4=13 ; d20+1=14 ; Thursday May 17th, 2018 10:48:33 AM
Elyas maintains his footing as he recovers from the sound blast, and starts running for the bridge. (reflex save = 13)
He grabs on to the rope and climbs on to the deck of the ship Climb check = 14
Let's get out of here! this bridge is coming down, we don't want to be here when it does!
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)-6/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Status, dying. d20+5=15 ; d20+1=4 ; Thursday May 17th, 2018 3:09:28 PM
Gothruk manages to keep his footing after shaking off the stunning effects of the blast. He drops down the side of the bridge to the boat. He'll do an untrained sailor check to help the rest get the boat underway. Untrained Sailor (1d20+1=4) Sorry guys no bonus.
Finnian (BatMark subbing for Zeke) d20+10=26 ; Thursday May 17th, 2018 8:55:23 PM
Finnian follows the others onto the ship, looks sharp with his bow for approaching threats. (perception = 26)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Thursday May 17th, 2018 8:58:20 PM
I get on the boat
Sargrass Plains - "A Bridge No More ...." - DM Matt and John Thursday May 17th, 2018 10:49:37 PM
All make it safely to the boat and push it away just as the first column gives way with an ear splitting crash and crashes to the ground. The entire structure seems to sway. The bridge shudders in response as if resigning itself to its collapse. For a few more moments it appears that the structure will hold after all, then with a great heave the supports give way. The bridge drops. A resounding crash like a thunderclap bursts across the plain, a cloud of dust rising in the air in response.
All seems still.
Breaking the momentary silence, another call sounds out, much closer this time.
A bow shot away in front of the ship, the tall grass can be seen swaying, revealing the presence of something very large moving very quickly toward the vessel. A reptilian head lifts up above the top of the fifteen foot high grass. Its eye glints as it surveys the ship, then it lifts up its tooth filled snout and emits the call you have been hearing. As quickly as it appeared, it disappears again beneath the surface of the grass.
Several more calls erupt in reply, closing in on the petals from every direction.
Given the size of that creature, the ship might be in danger should it attack.
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: None d20+9=15 ; Thursday May 17th, 2018 11:51:50 PM "Gothruk and Finnian, we're going to need to know where those creatures aren't so we can avoid them. Tell us which way to go. . . Sable, Rolth, Elyas and Tsak -- one of you take Ramsey and get the boiler started. The rest, let's get the ship moving. Once we get away from these things, we can head south." Kiwina wishes he had looked for a way to give the ship altitude as he mans the helm, ready to use wind and steam to escape.
(Sailor = 15 to get underway quickly)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (26/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Friday May 18th, 2018 7:06:17 AM "No disrespect intended, Captain K, but we've been moving since Finnian's feet hit the deck! I'm steering for what I hope is the optimum course for maximum speed with the wind and some angle off that nearest rapkes. I figure that they are coming in a loose circle, so we can use our speed to cut the cordon just outside that one's reach and then race away on the wind. Hypothetically." With that and a snappy salute, he hands the conn back to Kiwina and helps further stoke the firebox as ordered.
(OOC recall that Rolth rolled a Profession Sailor check of 17 to make a quick getaway, now 19 with Kiwina's assist.)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage RMOR | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 14/18 HP | 6/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Friday May 18th, 2018 7:10:49 AM We need to get this claw back to the crystal in our plane. I think all we need to do is touch this to the crystal but how do we get back? Anyone remember?"
[ooc: I skimmed back a bit and am not finding it.]
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:none d20+6=18 ; Friday May 18th, 2018 10:53:57 AM
Elyas moves quickly to man the ropes, putting his efforts in to get them moving quickly.
Profession Sailor 18 to aid.
As he helps guide the ship from the front, he is concerned about Falco's words. How do they get out of here? There weren't a lot of directions given, they don't even know for sure where here is!
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10) 7/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+4 | Status: yelling instructions. d20+8=9 ; d20+7=13 ; Friday May 18th, 2018 3:55:06 PM
Gothruk salutes Kiwina before racing up the rigging to get to the Crows Nest. He hopes that from the tallest point of the boat he'll have an easier time seeing them move through the grass. He'll shout out where they are coming and any directions he thinks would be best to get away. Climb 1D20+8=9 with a 9 he might not be able to get to the Crows Nest until next round. Perception to see rapkes from his elevated position.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:27/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Friday May 18th, 2018 6:00:54 PM
Finnian runs to the back of the boat and prepares to cast create water 30 feet behind them once the boat gets moving in the correct direction. His hope is that is the barren land the presence of water may distract them or call other beasts to serve as a distraction.
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Vigilant d20+10=28 ; Saturday May 19th, 2018 5:24:38 AM
Sable scans the grasses, looking for disturbances as Gothruk begins his climb (Peception 28). He will call out locations of the beasts and other threats as he sees them, once Gothruk is in place - he will move to aid sailing of the ship.
Back to Taur Isle - DM Matt and John Saturday May 19th, 2018 7:32:23 PM OOC: All Highlight to display spoiler: { In answer to the question about how to get back, DM John could not find it either. Mahyawu, the Manfri sage (Refer to February 26 and following) gave the Petals a flute that, when played, would return them to the site of the crystal. The following post is based on that being what happened. Because the entire Wold is on a time schedule, this post will rush things a bit.}
Kiwina ably assisted by Rolth and Elyas manage to get the ship safely and quickly away.
Gothruk gets his horns tangled in the rigging as he attempts to climb up the crow’s nest, and loses some time shaking free before continuing his ascent.
At the stern Finnian stands ready to summon some diversionary water.
Sable meanwhile is spotting for rapke’s.
Eyes wide, Ramsey, rushes at helping with getting the ship underway
Sable sees that the ship is in fact being surrounded by the large beasts. Looking vaguely like a cross between a horse and a raptor, the creatures stand about ten feet at the shoulder. When they rear on their hind legs they head easily reaches about the tall grass, something Sable sees them occasionally do to get a better look at the ship’s position.
The minotaur readily recognizes that these are the rapkes that have been spoken about. Of more immediate concern is his realization that these creatures are behaving like a hunting pack and the ship and its occupants are their prey!
The Petals have yet to see a rock on the Sargrass Plains, but it feels as if the ship has found one as it shudders from the impact. The cause of the impact becomes clear when the ship continues onward, revealed a slightly stunned rapke in its wake.
Falco recalls that the Manfri elder, Mahyawu, gave them a magic flute to play that would return them to the crystal when played.
Deeming, given their current predicament, he pulls it out and starts to play.
Apologies for the railroading. I dislike doing so, but am trying to get the game back on schedule with the other campaigns
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