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.
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