Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F11) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: None Friday September 14th, 2018 4:52:17 PM
Gothruk awaits the smaller member's recon, he dosn't think he'd be able to get through without a struggle, not that that would bother him greatly.
I mean at this point there's no chance that these plants wouldn't attack us right? Nearly every other one has..
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+12=23 ; d20+4=18 ; d20=10 ; d20+11=16 ; Friday September 14th, 2018 8:14:46 PM "I've always wondered what it would be like to be a tree" Finnian murmurs as he examines the trees. He presses his hands to their bark and attempts to commune with them... To no avail. He offers to scout ahead to see how for the dense trees go and offers to help whomever needs it get through the trees. [know nature 23, arcana 18]
[Con=10, so 1 non lethal]
He keeps his eyes peeled for dangers and for the possibility of finding a downed tree of branch from this Dorset that he might one day sculpt into a bow. [perception =16] all the while casting detect magic.
Forest thru the Trees Part 2 - (DM Matt) d20=1 ; d20=8 ; d20=16 ; Saturday September 15th, 2018 9:56:19 AM Rolth takes a wait and see attitude sprinkled with a very appropriate song. He wonders if the trees may be transformed people. Tsak heads forward next to Gothruk. The trees, though tough initially, seem to move easily as Finnian and Elys have little trouble opening a passageway through the trees. (OOC: All moving taurs Escape Artist DC vs 30)(Failure -1 non-lethal) (Unless I missed it I don’t believe any of the taurs have moved forward. You can use one non-taur roll from Thursday’s post to help but it must be declared in that post that it’s for you.)
Kiwina asks for some help locating some areas that may be easier to squeeze through. He says, "I could ask the spirits if these are the treants, and if they're injured. But I fear my ancestors would not understand any magic that could do this."
Elyas casts light on a rock and throws it through one of the gaps he could fit through, looking to see how far back the tangle goes, and if it gets harder further in.
The lighted stone flies 10 feet and is deflected off a tree. It lands to the right. The light illuminates the trees and Elyas sees that past the initial row of trees space has improved. (OOC: Though a Con check DC vs 16 would still be needed avoid tripping or avoid errand branches)
Falco Ambersier Falco moves to the closest tree and begins to examine it. "Were they once human or taur? What would do this?" From what he can tell these could be the treants from before the Sargrass event. There are some noticable human-like features only found in treants but Falco also recalls that when frightened these treants will sleep.
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None d20+2=22 ; Saturday September 15th, 2018 3:14:18 PM
Since his companions seem to be reporting that the going gets easier once you squeeze through the outer ring of trees, Kiwina decides to try it. With help from Elyas, he manages to get through the outermost ring (escape artist = 22, plus the aid = 24; natural 20, but not a 30), although he bangs into branches often enough to become a bit frustrated. "Rolth, it's your homeland," he points out, as if the liontaur can do something about it.
----- non-lethal damage = 1?
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +7 1d8+6 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Status: -2 nonlethal d20+2=7 ; d20+2=7 ; Saturday September 15th, 2018 8:07:40 PM
Rolth tries to move through the dense trees, hoping that his song might have placated them somewhat. He still wants to be careful, just in case they are good creatures changed by the witch! Despite his caution, he is whipped by some gnarled branches, probably those haughty oaks. (Escape artist = 7, 7, -2 points of nonlethal damage) Stung by Kiwina's comment about being the local, he eschews asking for aid, and suggests that Finnian help Sable if he needs it.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20=10 ; d20+2=10 ; d20+9=18 ; Saturday September 15th, 2018 8:13:02 PM
(Assist Gothruk=10, con check=10 Fail, Perception=18) Tsak works with Gothruk, pushing and shoving tree branches so the big fella gets thru the grove without losing too much skin in the process. However he finds himself slipping, sliding and being lashed with branches the whole way. Once through he stops still for a couple of minutes to take stock of the situation on the other side.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20=7 ; Sunday September 16th, 2018 5:27:53 AM
Once through with Kiwina, Elyas takes a look around to see if any of the other petals need some help getting through. having helped Kiwina through successfully, Elyas tries to keep the same path ope for the next large companion that wants assistance.
flat d20 check = 7....
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20=16 ; Sunday September 16th, 2018 9:02:26 PM "Are you a Treant or a tree," Finnian whispers to one of the trees that looks to have a face? "We've come to find the witch, we are the 8 petaled rose, we fought with Galene against the floodslain, and I have spoken with Eleena about her suspicions with the red crystal. This witch may be far worse than anything we have yet faced, but we travel with some larger taurs and they cannot manage to get through this tightly made bramble. I want to me more like you, to be wise as a treant and strong as a tree, but I never will if we can't... get... through!" his voice raises as he tries to shove branches out of the way. In his frustration his arms turn briefly into branches of their own, with bark dark and hard like that of an old black walnut.
[ooc I rolled a 16, that can be for an aid or a diplomacy if these are actually treants... Wish I was a little better druid, could have that speak with plants instead of just speak with animals, are there any animals around?] Also [Not sure if I took non-lethal damage at all, but if it was from the woods Finnian is actually fine, and should be able to move through this forest at full speed no checks because of Woodland Stride]
---------------- Prepared Spells 0 - Create Water, Detect Magic, Read Magic, Stabilize 1 - Entangle, CLW, Speak with Animals, CLW
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F11) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: None d20+5=7 ; Monday September 17th, 2018 6:51:07 AM
Gothruk starts moving his way through like the rest if the Taurs. Tsak is even helping him, though at times he dosn't seem like he can help himself. He's as careful as the circumstances let him to avoid breaking and bending the haunting trees. By the time he's moved any real distance he's gained a few light scratches and he has brambles tangled through his hair. 1 non-lethal damage.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 5/5 d20+6=21 ; d20+6=20 ; Monday September 17th, 2018 6:57:03 AM
Falco continues his movement through the the tight quarters, positioning himself so multiple faces are near him if he can.
I might look very stupid here. Still, nothing else to do.
"Hello my friend! Do not be afaraid. We are the Petals and it seems are thing is comforting those that are scared and removing what is scary. Please my friend. Wake, tell is what is going on please." {Diplomacy: 21}
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Blurry Monday September 17th, 2018 8:26:19 PM
Sable bulls through the trees, as he cannot roll a 30 - taking -1 nonlethal damage.
Forest thru the Trees Part 3 - (DM Matt) d20=4 ; Monday September 17th, 2018 9:22:00 PM
After some initial trouble the group makes the difficult transition through the trees. Tensions are high as the larger taurs push forward.
Kiwina makes it through with Elyas help. (OOC: I calculate 22 plus Elyas’ 11 = 33 - I refrained from the Aid another because I figured it would be tough enough to reach 30 but I was looking for a pair of Escape rolls.) (Taurs that did not roll twice - Roll an Escape Artist check tonight, helpers roll d20 to help or -1 non-lethal) (Elyas has an available assist for 7) "Rolth, it's your homeland," he points out, as if the liontaur can do something about it. Elyas looks for for others to help flat d20 check = 7....
Rolth is whipped badly for -2 Stung by Kiwina's comment about being the local, he eschews asking for aid, and suggests that Finnian help Sable if he needs it.
Gothruk starts moving his way through like the rest if the Taurs. Tsak is even helping him, though at times he doesn't seem like he can help himself. He's as careful as the circumstances let him to avoid breaking and bending the haunting trees. By the time he's moved any real distance he's gained a few light scratches and he has brambles tangled through his hair. 1 non-lethal damage. (OOC: Escape Roll: 7 + 10 = 17)(Fail)
Tsak works with Gothruk, pushing and shoving tree branches so the big fella gets thru the grove without losing too much skin in the process. However he finds himself slipping, sliding and being lashed with branches the whole way. Once through he stops still for a couple of minutes to take stock of the situation on the other side.
Finnian asks the trees but they don’t respond. You could say, there were crickets but with all the noise caused by the others the crickets have run away.
Falco continues his movement through the the tight quarters, positioning himself so multiple faces are near him if he can.
And Sable just bulls through the trees. Several branches whip back smacking hard while others break and fly toward the other Petals. The branches land nearby but miss.
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None d20+2=22 ; Monday September 17th, 2018 9:49:42 PM
(Roll: escape artist = 22 for second roll)
Kiwina keeps pushing through, getting scraped up a bit in the process. When he reaches a good breathing point, he looks around again.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F11) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: None d20+2=8 ; Tuesday September 18th, 2018 6:10:50 AM
Gothruk also keeps trudging through, as a monk he has spent many days hardening his body, but the sharp thorns cut regardless and he gains even more shallow cuts. Escape Artist = 8
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +7 1d8+6 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Status: -2 nonlethal d20+10=16 ; Tuesday September 18th, 2018 6:37:42 AM
Rolth bears his lashes in silence, for once. Who knew that’s all it would take to shut him up for a moment! "I hope this doesn’t give the others ideas. It reminds me too much of Miss Ro’is, back at the Liontaur Plains Academy. She was quite the harsh school mistress!". Satisfied that the others re making progress, we takes a look around now that the trees have thinned out a bit. (Perception = 16)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 5/5 Tuesday September 18th, 2018 6:51:59 AM
Getting no response Falco, despite being able to move easily, is getting a little frustrated. He slows and whispers a shot prayer calling on some of his new power. He feels the power of the warper-sar move though him, his body tingles and eyes grow a little brighter as he focuses on one of the trees with a face.
{Detect Magic on a large tree with a face. He will hold it, if he finds and aura of magic, to find as much as he can.}
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+8=20 ; Tuesday September 18th, 2018 10:06:29 AM
Elyas is frustrated by the tree barrier and the time it is taking to get through it. He is very tempted to just try to burn a few trees down to make way, but knows that will not go over well with some of the Petals. So he helps where he can in silence, trying to not let his frustration show too much.
As he holds the branches for someone who might need it (just keeping the previous help roll, since I don't think anyone used it yet), Elyas will see if he can determine anything about what sort of magic may have caused these trees to move and bunch up like this
Knowledge Arcana = 20
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20=13 ; Tuesday September 18th, 2018 3:10:35 PM
Seeing that these trees do not want to negotiate he moves back to Rolth and begins to help the big fellow get through.
D20 = 13
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+9=25 ; Tuesday September 18th, 2018 6:46:25 PM
(Perception=25) Tsak moves ahead of the group slightly. He and Esmerelda resuming their role as scouts.
Forest thru the Trees Part 3 - (DM Matt) d20=6 ; d20=2 ; d20=10 ; Tuesday September 18th, 2018 8:21:45 PM
With the team a little worse for wear they manage to make it through the trees. All attempts to communicate or detect anything but plant life is mute as the trees stand still. Falco inspects the trees but finds no magic. Elyas’s Arcane knowledge reveals that some treants have been known to hibernate for centuries. Causes of the hibernation are unknown but some scholars suspect it is a nature reaction to fear but it could be a natural thing like bears sleeping through the winter. Knowledge Nature vs DC 6 Highlight to display spoiler: { Putting together the fact that the trees are grouped oddly and the sudden unnatural looking forest it wouldn’t be wrong to assume that this are the treants that rose to help the island. One can only guess how many others have just frozen in place all over the island. They seem to no longer be sentient. At least until they are needed again.}
Rolth sees it first. The bramble fence surrounding a seemingly empty field. Is it empty? It’s hard to tell from this distance. Tsak has a better view to the right of Rolth and he can definitely see some sort of castle complex. Tsak only: Highlight to display spoiler: { From your excellent perception you are able to estimate a rough distance of a days travel.} In front of you is a deep valley leading to a long plain and more trees. (Constitution Check: 10 to head down into the valley from this location or maybe you could try again in another location.)
Noon has come and gone as you toiled through the forest.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +7 1d8+6 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Status: -2 nonlethal d20+2=5 ; d20+1=11 ; Wednesday September 19th, 2018 6:53:03 AM
Rolth remains puzzled by the unmoving tree people things (Knowledge Nature = 5, fail), but his eye is caught by the sight of a far off area surrounded by brambles. He points it out to the others, before examining the way ahead. "Looks like a tough climb down. Shall we try it or look for another way?"
(OOC Just in case the party decides to climb down: Con check = 11, success)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 5/5 d20+6=17 ; Wednesday September 19th, 2018 6:53:48 AM "My guess would be that these treants rose to help defend the isle and now hibernate. Probably nothing suspicious, they will just be conscious again when they need to be. They are a by product of the battle wiht the sar. They helped us, we must be kind to these trees despite the inconvenience."
As they pass out of the trees Falco's large eyes blink several times as he look around.
"Maybe a better path down. One with less obstructions?"
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None d20+10=19 ; Wednesday September 19th, 2018 7:00:39 AM
Kiwina looks out at the vally and fence, now that the others have pointed it out. From their vantage, he tries to assess how easily the Petals could be seen by any sentry on the fence, and whether the valley would expose them to such observation -- basically, despite the tripping hazards could they approach the fence unseen this way? (Perception = 19)
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+5=24 ; Wednesday September 19th, 2018 8:49:46 AM
Elyas feels much less pyro-happy once he realizes what these trees likely are. The treants did what they could to defend the island from the infection it faced, and should be allowed to rest in peace now. They sure did pick an unfortunate spot to sleep though... He thinks.
Elyas takes a look at the field to see if there might be an easier way down. if nothing is obvious he is fine with going down here. (perception of 24)
Do we want to risk the climb here, or should we try to skirt around the edges? speed is good, but not if it causes us injury before we even find the witch!
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F11) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: None d20+5=22 ; Wednesday September 19th, 2018 12:53:17 PM
It makes sense that going down into the valley would hide us from sight, also it being a difficult way to approach the castle means they may not expect us to come from this direction. Unless someone has a better idea? Gothruk Fortitude = 22 to decend.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20=7 ; Wednesday September 19th, 2018 3:50:46 PM
7 on con if we choose that course of action. - but Finnian does move through natural rough terrain with ease if that is the case here.
"I guess these treants have earned their rest. Sleep well great trees." He puts a hand on one and his hand momentarily becomes on with the tree again and then fades back to its original fleshy hue.
Forest thru the Trees Part 3 - (DM Matt) d20=16 ; d20=16 ; Wednesday September 19th, 2018 9:23:31 PM
With questions about the trees resolved the team moves on to their objective. The decline from this location is not too sharp. Rolth, possibly Falco - ( OOC: I don’t have a declaration this is what the roll was for.), Gothruk and Finnian are ready to head down the embankment. Finnian is a little too close the the edge and it begins to fall away beneath him. Kiwina and Elyas search for a safer way down anything on the left or right to be a little tougher. (Con vs DC 16) Straight ahead is still (Con vs DC 10) Sable is quiet...
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None d20+3=9 ; Wednesday September 19th, 2018 11:41:43 PM "This looks like the best way," Kiwina says. He prepares to take his normal place in the marching order and carefully make his way into the valley, but isn't careful enough. (Con check = 9)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+2=10 ; Thursday September 20th, 2018 12:56:42 AM
(ConCheck=10) Tsak makes his way down carefully, trying to scout the best path. He checks back every now and then hoping that the big taurs can follow him.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+2=19 ; Thursday September 20th, 2018 6:29:56 AM Fair enough, let's go down here. Was worth a look at least
Having watched a few others going down, Elyas is able to find a safe path down the hill and nimbly runs down the hill
Con check = 19
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 5/5 d20+1=17 ; Thursday September 20th, 2018 7:00:47 AM
{ooc: Previous roll was Know: Nature. I just did not credit it as such.}
Falco moves from person to person whispering a short prayer to the warper-sar over each to help with movement. {[u] Guidance [/b] on each as often as needed for +1 on check} He smiles as he does this talking to himself a little. "These new abilities are most useful. Probably better then what I was offering before."
Falco starts to pick his way down once the they realizes that it will be just as, if not more, difficult in other places. {Con: 17} As he works his way down he considers his new connection. I will need to think about what is ahead each day. I am more nimble with these little wings but perhaps another blessing would have helped with this. At least I can help the others a little.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +7 1d8+6 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Status: -2 nonlethal Thursday September 20th, 2018 7:31:35 AM
Rolth joins the party in picking his way carefully down the path. "Hey, I wonder if there are any tracks down here that might show us who else has passed this way."
(Using successful Con check from last post)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+1=16 ; Thursday September 20th, 2018 4:51:48 PM
[con=16] Finnian slips and falls flat on his rear. Embarrassed he raises to see Falco moving toward him. It certainly is a different look, but ai think it suites you. he says and feels a surge of energy flow within him [b]"Thankyou," [b] he accepts the small blessing and continues down with sturdier footing.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F11) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: None Thursday September 20th, 2018 6:30:27 PM
Gothruk will move forward steadying Finnian after he's landed on his butt. He doesn't want him to end up sliding down the hill. (Gothruk will continue over his previous roll when he said he will be moving down the hill. Fortitude = 22)
A friend departs - (DM Matt) Thursday September 20th, 2018 9:45:41 PM
Everyone but Kiwina makes it down the incline without a problem. Kiwina stumbles but doesn’t suffer any damage. Upon the flat plain at the bottom of the hill are clumps patches of yellowing grass and dirt. The plain spreads forward into the horizon.
Falco moves from person to person whispering a short prayer to the warper-sar over each to help with movement. { Guidance on each as often as needed for +1 on check} He smiles as he does this talking to himself a little. "These new abilities are most useful. Probably better than what I was offering before."
Rolth joins the party in picking his way carefully down the path. "Hey, I wonder if there are any tracks down here that might show us who else has passed this way."
Finnian slips and falls flat on his rear. Embarrassed he raises to see Falco moving toward him. It certainly is a different look, but ai think it suits you. he says and feels a surge of energy flow within him "Thankyou," [b] he accepts the small blessing and continues down with sturdier footing. All but [B]Sable march forward. The minotaur waits near the trees staring at something in the distance. He then tells the Petals the disappointing news that he must go home to tend to some urgent matter. (Sorry to report Sable is leaving us.) The others move forward under the noon sun but thankfully there are plenty of clouds for occasional cover and the heat is bearable. That heat dissipates as night takes over and the sun disappears. What do you do next? Rest, continue? The Bramble fence is half a day's journey away.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Friday September 21st, 2018 5:16:24 AM We should stop here and prepare for tomorrow. No reason to go marching in at night, we'll just hurt ourselves
Of course, as a wizard, Elyas is used to getting his 8 hours of sleep every night...
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None Friday September 21st, 2018 6:53:46 AM "I agree with Elyas. No sense going through rough terrain in the dark, especially if it only leaves us tired when we arrive and we arrive at a time when we cannot really see what's ahead of us."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 5/5 d6=2 ; d6=4 ; Friday September 21st, 2018 6:54:52 AM
It has been an exhausting day for Falco. Moving and preying almost continuously. Still, he feel good that he has new ways to help the Petals. Knowing there are bumbs and bruises he gathers the Petals close.
"Move close and I wlll help your cuts and scrapes."
{Channel: 2+4=6}
That done he finds a quiet spot to contemplate these, still very new, abilities and his connections. It is not quite prayer but it is close.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +7 1d8+6 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Status: -2 nonlethal Friday September 21st, 2018 7:49:03 AM
Rolth agrees that we should not attempt a night assault. But perhaps we should move closer. He is saddened by the departure of his Bridge Brother Sable, but understands that sometimes, one must listen to that inner call. Any ranger typed see some tracks around here?
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+9=23 ; Friday September 21st, 2018 4:02:38 PM
(Perception=23) Tsak takes up Rolths suggestion and searches the area fir tracks. Then he takes skme jerky from his pack and settles down to meditate.
(OOC Im back from travelling tomorrow, will work out a spell for Tsak then.)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+14=34 ; Friday September 21st, 2018 5:34:41 PM
Finnian scouts around searching for any tracks and a suitable place to camp. [Survival=34] Thank you for the healing Falco, if we are comfortable moving a bit further through the night I am confident that I can find us a safe passage, but I too need to rest before daybreak tomorrow.
A friend departs - (DM Matt) d20=11 ; d20=15 ; d20=9 ; Friday September 21st, 2018 10:40:48 PM
The Petals decide to rest for the night while some of the party search for a place to settle. There are several comfortable places to settle in for the night but none with a lot of cover. The others patrol and search for tracks. Soon, several liontaur tracks appear. They are fresh and lead North.
Rolth or Tsak only Perception vs DC 11 Highlight to display spoiler: { After ten minutes of searching several liontaur approach stealthily. Rolth, using previous perception rolls is able to spot them and they know it. “What are you doing in Ag territory! You are not supposed to be here. You will leave or fight!” A dark furred liontaur growls. } Rolth or Tsak only Perception vs DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { After five minutes of searching several liontaur approach stealthily. “Are you lost?” Asks a young liontaur with a beard draped down to his belly. “We are of the Ag tribe and foreigners are unwelcome here.”} Finnian scouts out the furthest from the campsite. Finnian Perception vs DC 9 Highlight to display spoiler: { A group of liontaur approach and speak in a accusatory tone. “You are part of Carlyn’s tribe. Don’t lie to us. You need to come with us freely or we will take you by force.”}
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +7 1d8+6 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Status: -2 nonlethal d20+10=23 ; d20+9=11 ; Saturday September 22nd, 2018 7:37:46 AM
Rolth spots some stealthily approaching liontaurs, and calls out in a friendly tone, "Greetings, cousins! Foreigner, I am not. Unlike those cretins in Kaga, who we are here to defeat, at Gnym of Gnym's bidding. Moreover, we bear the favor of Prince Michael, see? Come, let us parley and decide how we might best overcome the true interlopers here." He holds up his hand, showing the Queen's Ring and the Mark of Domi on his wrists. (Perception =23, Diplomacy = 11, hopefully with a circumstance bonus from the Ring and any Aid Another bonuses that others can provide)
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20=7 ; Saturday September 22nd, 2018 8:41:57 AM
Elyas does not see anyone coming, but moves to stand behind Rolth and watches for whoever is coming towards them. He does his best to aid Rolth by showing his hands with no weapons and trying to show a friendly smile. (7 to assist, apparently not all that good at talking to Taurs still...)
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None d20+1=19 ; Saturday September 22nd, 2018 9:39:52 AM Scary how easily they would have crept up on us without our own wemic around.
Hearing Rolth's words, Kiwina tries to look nonthreatening -- a difficult task for a centaur, but he at least does not grasp any weapons. "The witch turned a friend of ours into a half-plant. We have no reason to befriend her." (diplomacy = 19 to aid)
Spell prepared: magic fang
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F11) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: 1 non-lethal damage d20-1=5 ; Saturday September 22nd, 2018 6:00:38 PM
Gothruk looks over curiously but decides it's probably best if he continues setting up camp, showing he's calm and unarmed is likely the best way he can contribute to not starting a fight. Diplomacy assist = 5
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+9=18 ; Saturday September 22nd, 2018 10:45:18 PM
(Perception vs spoiler=18) Tsak reports back to the party the results of his scouting There are plenty of Liontaur tracks around, it seems like there are plenty of Ag and they patrol regularly. I suggest we speak to them before settling down for the night. Shouldn't be too long, there are some coming now.
He thinks Rolth has, as usual, come up with the right words when the Ag do approach. He waits to see the reaction of the Liontaurs. He has no weapon, but makes sure his hands are empty so that he can grab a sword quickly if required.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Sunday September 23rd, 2018 6:46:16 PM
If the situation with the Ag is able to be resolved and the party can get some rest then Tsak will meditate before making his way to sleep. He will ponder how fast he may be able to move whilst maintaining control and balance if he were to make that a focus for a short time.
During his contemplation he is somewhat surprised to find how much he misses the gruff Sable, and wishes him well, wherever he is. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ranger Spell: Longstrider
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+11=27 ; Sunday September 23rd, 2018 10:12:32 PM
[Perception=27] "Who me? I'm of no tribe save for the 8 petaled rose, but I doubt that's what you mean. And I can't come with you. I've a mission to find a good campsite." Finnian calls to the liontaurs. He begins to back into the trees searching for a way back to the group.
[ooc Am I alone at this point? It feels like I am alone...]
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 5/5 d20+9=11 ; Monday September 24th, 2018 6:54:16 AM
{Stealth: 11}
Falco, hearing that there are others sneaking around in the night, attempts to slip into a dark corner with his bow at the ready. His new body does not move quite as he is use to and his attempt to hide is poorly done.
The Ag Clan - (DM Matt) d20=19 ; d3=3 ; d20=5 ; Monday September 24th, 2018 5:06:18 PM
The leader of the liontaur clan steps forward. He has a hardened appearance and he does not crack a smile, nor any emotion. “What clan to you reside from cousin, servant of Domi?” “You bear that artifact but who’s to say you didn’t steal it for this Queen Carlyn. The two liontaurs beside him spit in disgust and the mention of her name.
To Elyas he snaps, “Put your hands down. We are no threat to you.”
To Kiwina the witch has no friends. These hybrid minotaur, you call Bramble have been conscripted to do her bidding. She seems to be building an army to capture the island and destroy the Petals. “I know not of these Petals but they could be conscripted too. “They may work with her too,” says the young liontaur on the right.
Gothruk, Tsak and Falco hover near the campsite.
Finnian is a little further away than the others. Three more liontaur surround him and one attempts to restrain him but an older liontaur steps in front of him. “Arelos, no! Pardon Arelos has too much lion in him right now. He gets very aggressive, as does most liontaur as his age. My name is Bodetheus, I am the eldest of the clan. Not the leader, mind you but the smartest one.” Bodetheus than offers Finnian a handshake as the younger liontaur stomps offer to join the others. “We have one of the Petals several feet from here. I tried to restrain him but Bodetheus thought it was unwise.”
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Monday September 24th, 2018 7:47:58 PM
Tsak waits patiently as this seems like the perfect time for an "Ode to the might of the Petals" from Rolth If the Ag still aren't convinced he will ask them what aid they need in these troubled times. Perhaps they are more likely to be swayed by actions than words.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +7 1d8+6 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Status: -2 nonlethal d20+7=16 ; Monday September 24th, 2018 8:32:25 PM
Rolth bows respectfully to the Ag clan leader, while maintaining eye contact, "Thank you for your welcome, Clan Chief. I hail from the Niheow clan to the southeast of these parts, although of late I have been travelling with these stout fellows, doing the bidding of Domi and striving to save the Wold from those who would threaten it. For we are the Eight Petaled Rose, recent Taurnament of Roses champions, and participants in the great battle to allow the cleansing and rebirth of the Triune Sar. I did not steal this wonderful artifact, but rather come to it freely given, by the Good Witch of Pym, who I understand received it legitimately on loan from the Prince himself. You have been tracking us, so you must know that we came from that direction. And that is also where we defeated some of Caryln's mercenaries. Now we are headed to her lair to put her paid, for she has troubled this land too long. I do not know why she wishes us ill, although we did perhaps destroy one of her favorite abominations in the Taurnament. In any event, she must be dealt with. I even learned a poem for the occasion."
She comes on like a rose And everybody knows Her tendrils writhe and clutch You can look but you'd better not touch Caryln’s ivy, poison ivy Well late at night when you're sleeping Caryln’s Brambles come a creeping all around She's pretty as a daisy But look out taur, she's crazy She'll really do you in If you let her get under your skin
Caryln’s ivy, poison ivy Well late at night when you're sleeping Caryln’s Brambles come a creeping all around Measles make you bumpy and mumps'll make you lumpy and zombie pox'll make you jump and twitch A common cold'll cool you but whooping cough'll fool you but Caryln’s ivy's gonna make you itch You're gonna need ta cross an ocean If you set her wrath in motion You'll be scratching like a hound the minute you start to mess around Caryln’s ivy, poison ivy*
(Perform = 16)
"Will you help us, whether with claw or information?"
(*Loosely based on the Rolling Stone's 'Poison Ivy')
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None d20+10=22 ; Monday September 24th, 2018 11:20:23 PM
While others negotiate, Kiwina looks around, assessing the number of Ag, how they are grouped, how they are armed, and whether any nearby group has Sable prisoner. (Perception = 22)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 5/5 d20+6=21 ; Tuesday September 25th, 2018 7:00:05 AM
Falco nods when talking, rather then fighting, breaks out. He keeps his bow in hand but moves out from the shadows to help smooth things over.
"Blessings from the sargrass. May the the three faces of the new sar powers bless your people. As has been said we are here on noble business for the good of the Wold, not to cause problems with your clan. We are always willing to help and I can tend any injured if there is a need. If not I would any advice of the area, the approach to our goal or anything of note would be looking on well."
He does his best to smile but, again realizes his beak is bad for that. Still his eyes sparkle.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20=2 ; Tuesday September 25th, 2018 7:11:09 AM
Elyas lowers his hands and backs up behind the larger party members. he is impressed by Rolth's speech, and hopes the other group is as well. he watches for signs that would tell him how they respond, but he has trouble reading taurs...
sense motive 2
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F11) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: 1 non-lethal damage Tuesday September 25th, 2018 8:28:52 AM
Gothruk continues to try to get the camp-fire in a state where it can cook a good meal. Even making it bigger incase the others wish to join us. He's listening, enjoying Rolth's song, but otherwise not really participating in the discussion.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Tuesday September 25th, 2018 6:07:20 PM "It is a pleasure to meet you" Finnian addresses Bodetheus in noble taur and then switches to common. Who do you have, let's go to them.
Staying for the Night? - (DM Matt) Tuesday September 25th, 2018 7:40:05 PM
Arelos listens to Rolth’s song and seems to enjoy it. He then steps up and says, “I apologize for any misunderstanding. I notice that you can sing alright but can you dance?” He then proceeds to jig and jag a traditional liontaur dance. He is not awful at it. It wouldn’t make Dancing with the Taurs but for this tense moment it works to burst any sense of tension. The other liontaurs in the Ag clan begin to belly laugh as the younger liontaur continues to dance. After the chuckle the Clan Chief asks for the artifact the witch gave you. “The Good Witch of Pym,” says the Chief. “I have not heard her called that before. Um.. she said the Prince lent this to her. I doubt that but… she was under his employ for a long time. It’s very possible but I tend to think she stole it. She must trust you to hand over such an heirloom.” The Chief hands the artifact back to Rolth. Caryln has no sense of accomplishment. She only sees revenge. I myself thought the story of Caryln and the Prince was a fairytale. It seems that it is not.”
Kiwina While others negotiate, Kiwina looks around, assessing the number of Ag, how they are grouped, how they are armed, and whether any nearby group has Sable prisoner. (Perception = 22) Kiwina finds six liontaurs all with purple sashes over a golden, fur covered chest. They are heavily armored and carry long pikes as weapons. To Falco “It is very generous of you to offer healing. We do have a wounded liontaur broken from an attempt to climb to Bramble fence that surrounds Caryln. May we camp with you?” From behind the Chief a liontaur appears limping on three paws and holding the last one in the air.
Gothruk continues to try to get the camp-fire in a state where it can cook a good meal. Even making it bigger incase the others wish to join us. He's listening, enjoying Rolth's song, but otherwise not really participating in the discussion.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +7 1d8+6 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Status: -2 nonlethal Tuesday September 25th, 2018 8:43:13 PM
Rolth chuckles along with the jig and jag, and accepts the ring back from the chief solemnly. "I did not know that it might be stolen, but am glad of your trust and hers. Meanwhile, it looks like it is time to share a meal, after trusty Falco sees to your injured clantaur. What's on the menu, Gothruk?"
After the meal, Rolth will turn to serious business. "So, it sounds like you have scouted the ruins of Kaga. What can you tell us of its layout, defenses, and the like? We can probably get across the bramble barrier, but will need to strike quickly after that, before they can organize a defense. Will you aid us in ridding the Isle of this menace?"
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None Tuesday September 25th, 2018 10:42:26 PM
Seeing the liontaurs are neither afraid of the Petals nor particularly threatening, Kiwina relaxes some. Having seen the fondness the wemics have for nearly-raw meat, though, he picks a spot which puts them further from him than most of the Petals while the group eats. When discussion of breaching the fence and attacking the compound comes, he joins in, full of questions. "Do you have any idea how many defenders are here? Are they humanoid, or does she have taurs with her? Most of the creatures we fought in Pym were half-orcs. Have you heard anything about her abilities?"
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Wednesday September 26th, 2018 7:19:15 AM
Elyas listens with interest as the other discuss the layout of the fortress.
How long has the bramble wall been up? things may have changed in the secrecy granted by such a large hedge. We should be careful not to rely too heavily on what was known before.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 2/5 d20+4=23 ; d8+4=10 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; d6=3 ; Wednesday September 26th, 2018 7:21:36 AM
Falco nods at the wounded taurs.
"Please gather close. I was just blessed with these powers by the Warper-saw whom we, and other heroes helped in its time of need. Please come close in I will heal you as a group after I tend the chief."
He first moves to the chief. "Warper-sar, new power of the sargrass let your power flow and heal this noble taur." {CLW: 10 on Chief}
Once that is done he gathers the other wounded and channels energy into the group two times three times. {Channel: 5} His eyes squint and he is slightly disappointed so little was accomplished, still better some then none.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F11) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: 1 non-lethal damage d20=20 ; d20+4=9 ; Wednesday September 26th, 2018 7:42:52 AM
As Rolth asks what's on the menu Gothruk sees a young buck having just jumped into the clearing and runs off towards it, tackling it and quickly breaking it's neck between his hands. He picks it up and takes it back to camp to prepare for a large meal. (I hope a natural 20 Survival check covers that)
He dosn't prepare it as well as he'd like (profession cook= 9) some of the best portions of meat carved off and cooked while the rest goes in a stew with some of the spices and seasoning he carries. He judges it serviceable and hopes the quantity will distract from the the poor quality.
The trouble with Bramble - (DM Matt) 5d6+10=25 ; 2d8+4=8 ; Wednesday September 26th, 2018 7:44:07 PM
The Ag clan enjoys the meal, even though it was under cooked. They seemed to enjoy it. Gothruk got numerous compliments on his hunting skills. The chief and injured taurs pour praise on the petals for the healing.
"So, it sounds like you have scouted the ruins of Kaga. What can you tell us of its layout, defenses, and the like? We can probably get across the bramble barrier, but will need to strike quickly after that, before they can organize a defense. Will you aid us in ridding the Isle of this menace?" “The bramble fence is a menace,” says the Chief. “From what we can tell its 10 foot tall and 5 foot thick.” There are small holes in the fence big enough to look through. Spies from our trees have been able to eyeball a roaming Bramble guard along the inside of the fence. The fence is 100 foot from the center. The castle is in the center.”
Kiwina "Do you have any idea how many defenders are here? Are they humanoid, or does she have taurs with her? Most of the creatures we fought in Pym were half-orcs. Have you heard anything about her abilities?" “We know little about Carlyn but know she is quite diplomatic. She has the Brambles convinced they will not be accepted by the taurs. I tell you this. They are not normal taurs. They are foreigners, but all taurs have been foreigners at one time of another. Anyways, Carlyn has a powerful scepter. Some of our sharp eyed spies have seen it.”
To Falco the Chief thanks him for the healing.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Wednesday September 26th, 2018 8:12:35 PM
Finnian eats and contributes little this night.
[Zeke Also contributes little, sorry busy day]
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +7 1d8+6 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Status: -2 nonlethal Wednesday September 26th, 2018 9:06:04 PM
Rolth has a few more questions before turning in for the night. "Thanks for the information, that will be very helpful! Are there any hazards between here and there? Do they patrol outside the walls?" Once all the scheming is done, he'll settle in for the night, ready to rise early and move to the attack on the ruined castle...
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Wednesday September 26th, 2018 9:56:05 PM
Tsak secures a bit of raw meat for Esmerelda then helpfully scours the area for nuts, roots and berries all of which he brings to Gothruk to be added to the stew.
I'd specifically like to know more about the bramble fence. Has anyone tried to cross it that you know of? Is it a normal fence or has Caryln 'magiked' it somehow? Has anyone tried to burn or smash it before? Also the sceptre she carries, can anyone describe it? How big, what kind of wood, what shape?
After a chat and hearty meal Tsak settles near the fire for a sleep. He spends some time ruminating his theories of 'fast running' in case it might come in handy in the coming days.
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None Wednesday September 26th, 2018 10:18:12 PM "As I recall, we still have a potion of invisibility. One of you smaller folk may be able to scout around the fence and learn more. We'll have to see how close we can safely get." Before turning in, Kiwina wishes the Ag clear dreams.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 2/5 d20+6=7 ; Thursday September 27th, 2018 7:07:06 AM "A powerful specter? Is she commanding the undead?"
He considers if his new connection would tell him anything about what is described but nothing comes to mind. {Know Relicion: 7}= - thanks natural 1}
Kiwana, even in my newly warped body I can be very sneaky. I feel part of my mandate from the warper-sar is to not only heal but to help scout. Finnian, you can hide well as well can you not?"
{ooc: If the opportunity presents Falco would scout at night.}
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Thursday September 27th, 2018 9:44:58 AM I will definitely not be much help in scouting quietly, but if we find that the bramble wall is flamable I can certainly help us get through! but if we burn it down we will lose any element of surprise.
Do we have any way to reduce a plant wall without making a bunch of noise and smoke?
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F11) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: 1 non-lethal damage Thursday September 27th, 2018 10:16:34 AM
Gothruk slaps his head and asks a question he should have thought of from the beginning. Can you fly now Falco? Maybe fly over and have a look while it's dark, if your eye's work the same way an owl's does. As long as you don't make too much noise you should be a shadow against a dark sky.
Do Bramble have Electric Sheep - (DM Matt) Thursday September 27th, 2018 7:10:17 PM Finnian eats and contributes little this night. [Zeke Also contributes little, sorry busy day](OOC: No worries) The Chief answers further questions. He advises that there are small obstacles from your position to the fence but nothing to be concerned with. The Brambles seem to only patrol inside the fence. Tsak helps with Gothruk’s stew. He also asks about crossing the fence. The Chief points to the now healed liontaur. “No magic, outside of its original creation, which was magiked. We have tried to smash through but stopped by the guards. Burning would bring on the entire army. We are warriors but fighting an army with six of us is a bad idea.” “There is a large green crystal within the rod that seems to dim after use but outside of that we have nothing. Not the undead but plants.”
Kiwina "As I recall, we still have a potion of invisibility. One of you smaller folk may be able to scout around the fence and learn more. We'll have to see how close we can safely get." Before turning in, Kiwina wishes the Ag clear dreams.
Elyas asks, “Do we have any way to reduce a plant wall without making a bunch of noise and smoke?”
Gothruk slaps his head and asks a question he should have thought of from the beginning. Can you fly now Falco? Maybe fly over and have a look while it's dark, if your eye's work the same way an owl's does. As long as you don't make too much noise you should be a shadow against a dark sky.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Thursday September 27th, 2018 7:13:54 PM
Finnian listens intently to the conversation taking particular interest in the talk of the fence. "Yes Falco, I can move quietly and with relative ease. I cant see quite so well in the dark, but I would be happy to assist in any scouting attempts."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +7 1d8+6 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Status: -2 nonlethal d20+11=13 ; Thursday September 27th, 2018 7:20:27 PM
In answer to Elyas' question, Rolth reaches into his pocket and pulls out a potion. "You mean like this potion of diminish plants that the druids gave us? It should open up a 150 foot stretch of bramble wall to us, or any amount less, if we don't want to attract attention as we enter. While we're on the subject, I think we actually have TWO potions of invisibility, so who wants to carry those?. We also have an oil of expeditious retreat, that perhaps Falco could use if we need to move fast. Tsak, with no armor on, you might be interested in this oil of mage armor."
After all that, and with the additional info from the Ag clansmen, he is ready to move toward the village, stopping in cover to observe more carefully once we get close. (Perception = 13)
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None d20+12=32 ; Thursday September 27th, 2018 10:53:33 PM
Although the Ag said there were no patrols outside the fence, Kiwina looks for tracks as the group approaches it, at least until it's time to stop and observe. (survival = 32 to track)
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+5=15 ; Friday September 28th, 2018 5:02:46 AM "That's perfect, Rolth. much less noise and mess than burning the thing down. we probably only need 20 feet or so removed in order to pass through safely.
Elyas will follow the others, keeping an eye out for danger as they move Perception = 15
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 2/5 Friday September 28th, 2018 7:00:51 AM
Falco flexes the little wings on his back.
"No, that would be nice but no, I cannot fly. These wings make me more agile. Actually it is intresting, when I prey in the morning I could chose other warping of my body, the wings are just useful for me."
He nods as Rolth speaks. "I would gladly hold the oil of expeditious retreat. That could be very useful."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Friday September 28th, 2018 9:12:51 AM I'm happy to act as a scout, I can move quietly and see in the dark. What is the plan after we open a hole in the fence? And how does that oil work? Do I drink it?
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F11) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: 1 non-lethal damage Friday September 28th, 2018 10:39:11 AM
I don't know how Magic oils work either but drinking it sounds like a bad idea.
Gothruk goes with Kiwina while he looks for tracks, until he realises that he'll probably need a torch to see very well and the light from that might alert the plantaurs inside. I'm not a fan of attacking at night, the plantaurs know how the camp is set out so will have an advantage in the dark. Many of us would need to carry torches to see and we don't know if being half plant let's them sense us in the dark. Perhaps dawn would be better, get some sleep and then attack just as the sun is rising. Still catching them as they're waking up but we'll be able to see.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Friday September 28th, 2018 8:34:46 PM
Finnian agrees to whatever plan is set forth. My spells are not exactly suited for a. Scouting mission, but does anyone need healing? he asks the liontaurs.
The Bramble in the High Castle - (DM Matt) Friday September 28th, 2018 9:57:37 PM
The Petals and Ag clan settle in for the night. It’s a peaceful night’s sleep. Crickets chirping, birds flying overhead. Early in the morning, the darkness still hangs in the sky, the Petals are awoken by breakfast. A young liontaur, assigned to breakfast, tosses dried meat at everyone sleeping. The older liontaur are up, armed with torches, and chatting near the edges of the camp. The trip to the Bramble fence is uneventful. The morning starts to creep from the horizon when you finally reach within 500 feet of the ten foot fence. The Chief stops the group to work with the Petals on their next move. “Brave warriors, we would be honored to fight with you and help to defeat this cancer named Carlyn,” he adds. “I can post some guards on each side of us. The rest of us can enter after you have opened the fence.”
Finnian, Tsak Rezar and Gothruk volunteer to scout the area around the fence. Rolth Niheow mentions a couple potions the team has handy.
Kiwina excellent tracking skills do noticed several large paw tracks, likely created by the Ag clan. The Chief explained during the trip to the wall that they had patrolled the area quite a bit lately. There are hoof tracks as you near the wall but it’s hard to tell if it’s Bramble or possibly other taur.
Elyas will follow the others, keeping an eye out for danger as they move Falco flexes the little wings on his back. He confirms he cannot fly. He volunteers to hold oil of expeditious retreat Tsak Rezar asks, “What is the plan after we open a hole in the fence? And how does that oil work? Do I drink it?”
Gothruk Gore has concerns about drinking the oil and carrying torches near the fence.
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None Saturday September 29th, 2018 2:12:20 PM "They may not be frequent, but I believe there are some patrols outside the fence. Since they have not seen a need to confront the Ag, hopefully they will not realize we are anything other than Ag until we enter their camp." Kiwina speaks softly. "Are we sending a scout first, and are we all going to be at the fence when we take down a section? How big a section do we want? I'm thinking wide enough for our entire front line, whoever we decide that will be."
----- Spell prepared: magic fang
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Sunday September 30th, 2018 11:19:21 AM Yes that makes sense. Best to go in when no patrol is around, but if we go with a wider front then we will be ready if someone is there to try to stop us immediately.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +7 1d8+6 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Status: None Sunday September 30th, 2018 4:39:55 PM
Rolth also likes this plan. "Yes, let us send up invisible or stealthy scouts. Once they signal that the coast is clear on the other side of the bramble wall, then the rest of us can advance, open the bramble wall with the potion, and get into the place quickly. I agree that opening it at the width of our front line sounds good. I'm happy to be in that line, who else wants that role? I think we need to try to get at the witch as soon as possible. With her down, some of the others might come out of their stupor and turn to our side, like our new friend, Ramsey."
Rolth also corrects himself re the "oil" of expeditious retreat, which is actually a "Philter" meant to be drunk. He also corrects his suggestion of who should get the oil of mage armor--he meant to say Gothruk might want to use it, since he doesn't wear armor of any sort. Either way, the oil should be applied externally, not drunk. Rolth has no idea whether it is flammable, but assumes that once applied, it will fade away and not pose such a hazard.
Assuming we follow something similar to Kiwina's plan. Rolth will cast Expeditious Retreat omn himself immediately prior to the use of the potion to open the bramble wall.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Monday October 1st, 2018 2:33:37 AM
Disappointed that he doesn't get to taste the magic armour oil (I'll bet it tastes like ale!) Tsak is determined to get his mitts on some sort of drink. I can scout our way to the wall, then how about I use an invis potion and then stand on Gothruk's shoulders to look over the fence? I can see in the dark and if everyone is quiet I'm sure we can avoid a patrol long enough to make an opening and get our force thru to the inside?
Once inside it sounds like we are sprinting to the castle for a brute force attack. I have been working on this problem and think I can keep up with the taurs for a short time, enough to get from the wall to the castle, what about everyone else? Finnian, Elyas, Falco? We don't want you to get left behind...
Tsak is exhausted from using up all the words, and settles back to see what ideas he has generated in the team.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 2/5 d20+9=18 ; d20+9=10 ; Monday October 1st, 2018 7:10:00 AM "I can move faster now then before, as fast as a human at least." he pauses a moment to see if he can hoot like an owl now that he has the vissage of one "That can be the signal of when things are clear. Who else is coming with me?"
When the others finish talking and the rest of the scouting party is set Falco will do his best to blend into the darkness and make it to the wall. Ideally he will signal when any guards are not near the wall.
{Stealth: 18} {Perception: 10 - Oh my life somtimes}
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+11=19 ; d20+11=23 ; Monday October 1st, 2018 10:45:34 AM
Finnian joins the others on the recon mission. He moves up quietly and keeps his bow out and eyes peeled. [stealth=19, perception=23]
Spells- produce flame, CLW, entangle, faerie fire
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F11) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: 1 non-lethal damage d20+2=13 ; Monday October 1st, 2018 10:48:43 AM
If the Bramble wall cannot be seen through then Gothruk will assist by letting one of the humanoids stand on his shoulders, being almost 10ft himself it should let them see over fine. If the wall can be seen through he'll wait a distance away until the signal is given, he'll also grab the oil of mage armour from Tsak before he can run off with it. Stealth =13
A Bramble Darkly - (DMs) Monday October 1st, 2018 1:24:53 PM
The Chief of The Ag clan sends a taur to the right and left corner of the wall to watch for a potential patrol. The others wait for the Petals to take down the wall. While the Petals set up a scouting party and start to decide what do with the wall and who will carry which potions into the fray on the other side, you think you hear something from the other side of the wall of thorns.
Perception Check DC 17 Highlight to display spoiler: {You see and hear some movement on the other side of the wall, you cannot make out exactly what it is, but it has plant-like characteristics and a long equine body.. It doesn’t appear as if they have spotted you}
What do you decide to do next?
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None d20+10=16 ; Monday October 1st, 2018 7:23:48 PM
Kiwina also volunteers to be in the front line, but is not up to a scouting mission.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +7 1d8+6 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Status: None d20+11=27 ; Monday October 1st, 2018 8:51:57 PM
Rolth also casts Toro's Taur Try on himself (minotaur version) before taking a better look around. He notices a some sort of long equine plant critter through the bramble wall, and quietly points it out to the others. Thankfully it doesn't seem to have noticed us, so Rolth waves at the others to hold still. He tries to get a sense of when it might turn a corner away from the side of the castle that we are approaching. (Perception = 27)
Effect Tracking: Toros Taur Try (minotaur, +1 Perception and Intimidate) - 10 minutes Rage 0/10 rounds used (not active) Expeditious Retreat (pending, 10 round duration) Inspire Courage 0/X rounds used (not active) Spells Slots 0/2 used
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+9=15 ; Tuesday October 2nd, 2018 1:26:35 AM
(Perception vs spoiler=15 Fail) Tsak and Esmerelda will form up with the scouting party. When a good chance presents itself Tsak will drink the invisibility potion and climb up on Gothruks shoulders to peer over the wall (darkvision 60'). He climbs down again before the party creates an opening in the wall, and long before the charge toward the castle.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Tuesday October 2nd, 2018 3:58:34 AM
Elyas is not very stealthy, so he will stay back with the slower members of the Petals while some of them scout ahead.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 2/5 d20+9=17 ; Tuesday October 2nd, 2018 7:04:04 AM
{Perception: 17}
Seeing the long equine body on the other side of the wall he sighs. Can't make it easy now can you." He turns and signals the others to come close. Probably not going to get a better opening, just have to deal with that thing.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F11) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: 1 non-lethal damage d20+8=20 ; d20+2=21 ; Tuesday October 2nd, 2018 8:16:01 AM
Perception=20, Stealth = 21 Gothruk would like to wait until the plant-snake leaves, he'll do his best to hide behind trees/shrubs on this side of the wall to avoid being spotted.
If that thing spots us we should attack immediately, otherwise I'd wait for it to move on. He whispers.
(Rolth has the anti-plant elixir dosn't he?)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+11=14 ; Tuesday October 2nd, 2018 8:37:14 AM
Finnian notices nothing... [perception 14] he is too preoccupied thinking about how he must attack these plant creatures and hoping that he is doing the right thing for the Wold in the eyes of Maab. "they are abominations, right? You would want me to cleanse them from your Wold for they bring destruction rather than beauty." he think to himself as he take up a flanking position in the back row. He doesn't take the potions.
A Maze of Bramble - (DMs) d20=10 ; Tuesday October 2nd, 2018 8:22:51 PM Kiwina volunteers to be in the front line. Elyas is not very stealthy, so he will stay back with the slower members of the Petals while some of them scout ahead. Rolth casts Toro's Taur Try on himself (minotaur version). He and Falco notice the equine plant critter pass by and waves to the others to hold. Tsak and Esmerelda will form up with the scouting party. When a good chance presents itself Tsak will drink the invisibility potion and climb up on Gothruk’s shoulders to peer over the wall (darkvision 60'). He climbs down again before the party creates an opening in the wall, and long before the charge toward the castle. Gothruk attempts to avoid being spotted. Finnian takes up a position in the rear of the formation.
As your attention is drawn to it, you can see what appears to be Brambles on the other side of the wall of thorns, they have not spotted you yet, but when you try and get through the wall, you suspect they may begin to notice you.
If you try to go through the wall, make a DC 15 Stealth Check, if you are not using a weapon to cut through it (either hands or the potion) you gain a +2 Circumstance Bonus.
(OOC: The Bramble wall is a very tough, pliable, tangled brush bearing needle-sharp thorns as long as a human's finger. Any creature forced into or attempting to move through a wall of thorns takes piercing damage per round of movement equal to 25 minus the creature's AC. Dexterity and dodge bonuses to AC do not count for this calculation. (Creatures with an AC of 25 or higher, without considering Dexterity and dodge bonuses, take no damage from contact with the wall.) Creatures can force their way slowly through the wall by making a Strength check as a full-round action. For every 5 points by which the check exceeds 20, a creature moves 5 feet (up to a maximum distance equal to its normal land speed). Of course, moving or attempting to move through the thorns incurs damage as described above. A creature trapped in the thorns can choose to remain motionless in order to avoid taking any more damage. Any creature within the area of the spell when it is cast takes damage as if it had moved into the wall and is caught inside. In order to escape, it must attempt to push its way free, or it can wait until the spell ends. Creatures with the ability to pass through overgrown areas unhindered can pass through a wall of thorns at normal speed without taking damage. The Bramble wall can be breached by slow work with edged weapons. Chopping away at the wall creates a safe passage 1 foot deep for every 10 minutes of work. Normal fire cannot harm the barrier, but magical fire burns it away in 10 minutes.)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morningstar +7 1d8+6 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+2 x2| Status: None Tuesday October 2nd, 2018 9:20:09 PM
Rolth whispers to the others, "It sounds like we aren't going to be able to avoid a fight, but at least we can take them by surprise. I'm going to drink the potion and drop the wall in a moment, so get ready to move in and crush them." Rolth will give folks a round to prepare, look around to get a thumbs up from the Petals, then--assuming all is in readiness--will drink the potion of diminish plants to bring down the wall of thorns. He will use the 150' radius semi-circle version, and exclude any part of the wall immediately in front of us that stretches beyond the frontage of our first line attackers.
(OOC--To save you time, here is the effect (prune plants version):
Prune Growth: This version of the spell causes normal vegetation within long range (400 feet + 40 feet per level) to shrink to about one-third normal size, becoming untangled and less bushy. The affected vegetation appears to have been carefully pruned and trimmed. This version of diminish plants automatically dispels any spells or effects that enhance plants, such as entangle, plant growth, and wall of thorns.
At your option, the area can be a 100-foot-radius circle, a 150-foot-radius semicircle, or a 200-foot-radius quarter-circle. You may also designate portions of the area that are not affected.)
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None Tuesday October 2nd, 2018 10:17:46 PM I wonder what that potion would do to the brambletaurs.
Kiwina moves to about 10' from the wall, longspear ready, and waits for it to come down. If a smallish row of plants remains, he might be able to jump them.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Wednesday October 3rd, 2018 4:34:34 AM
Elyas casts Shield on himself and readies his crossbow.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Guidance / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 2/5 Wednesday October 3rd, 2018 7:16:25 AM
Falco tucks up tight to the wall with the intention of being the Thrid or forth person through.
I will move to just inside the wall, keep my back to it. Moving though the wall would kill me I think.
When it looks like they are about to drop part of the wall he will cast guidance on himself.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Wednesday October 3rd, 2018 7:17:00 AM
Tsak also readies his crossbow and prepares to jump over the reduced hedge...
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 14 (T12/F11) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: 1 non-lethal damage Wednesday October 3rd, 2018 7:24:18 AM
Gothruk drinks the potion of Mage armor, moves up to behind Rolth and Kiwina, drawing his Guisarme as he does so. (round 1) He gives a nod to Rolth as signal to drop the thorn wall, readying an attack.
(OOC will the map be on roll20?)
A Maze of Bramble - (DMs) Wednesday October 3rd, 2018 7:33:18 AM
(Ooc: We are discussing a new map method. Will let you know soon.)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Wednesday October 3rd, 2018 11:55:39 AM
Finnian stays in the back bow at the ready. Rolth's plan sounds like a good one. Trying to get through those thorns would be devastating to the group.
A Maze of Bramble 2 - (DMs) d20=10 ; d20=2 ; d20=13 ; d20=14 ; d20+1=2 ; d20+1=19 ; Wednesday October 3rd, 2018 7:06:16 PM Tsak Rezar puts a bolt into his crossbow and tightens his muscles for the inevitable charge Finnian worries a little about charging through the wall, but knocks an arrow in preparation for the fight. Elyas covers his front in a small circle of force energy, while bringing his crossbow up to his eye line. Rolth Niheow drinks the potion and causes the wall to begin to shrink down to a more managable level. Kiwina ponders the idea of using the potion against their enemies, and gets his spear ready to leap over a much smaller hedge Gothruk drinks a potion, seeing a shimmering suit of armour surround him, gets ready to swing his guisarme between his fellows. Falco Ambersier gets the feeling of a little bit clearer thought as the Guidance spell settles in his mind, planning his next few moves as well.
The wall immediately begins shrinking down to a more manageable size, barely more than a foot or so tall, as it does you can see that there are several Brambles on the other side, all on patrol or guard.
The Ag Clan members with you wait for you to go through the breach first, as they will follow you in and your lead.
Ahead of you the Brambles seem to be moving around in pairs to protect one another. You can see a couple of Brambles walking along in front of a wall approximately 90 feet away, walking from right to left (B3, B4), and much closer to the thornwall, a pair moving away from you walking parallel (B1, B2). (Bramble Perception: DC: 10, 2, 13 and 14) Brambles B3(centaur) and B4(minotaur) notice the wall falling and turn to investigate. “Hey, What?” Both Bramble walk forward at a curious pace. The minotaur at 20 feet and the centaur at 50 feet. The other two Bramble notice nothing. Please all roll initiative and declare your actions for the first round of combat!
Rolth figures that he can get to the minotaur while other shoot it, and the others can close on the centaur, which moved closer to the Petals. He charges with a silent wrath, like a hunter stalking his prey, hoping to get the drop on the fellow and get the first blows in.
(Morning star to hit = 13, damage = 15 Paw 1 to hit = 19, damage = 4 Paw 2 to hit = confirmed crit, damage = 13 Rake 1 to hit = 12, damage = 10 Rake 2 to hit = 12, damage = 8 Bite to hit = 23, damage = 4
Effect Tracking: Toros Taur Try (minotaur, +1 Perception and Intimidate) - 10 minutes Rage 1/10 rounds used (active) Expeditious Retreat 2/10 rounds used Inspire Courage 0/6 rounds used (not active) Spells Slots 1/2 used
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None d20=18 ; d20+4=23 ; d8+3=8 ; Wednesday October 3rd, 2018 9:52:09 PM
(Roll: random d20 = 18)
Kiwina charges at the distant pair of taurs, thinking that his movement will allow him to reach them and hopefully prevent them from running for help. As he clatters across the yard, he suddenly reverses his spear for a non-lethal attack. Ramsey turned out to be quite a decent fellow, and the Ag said they still consider the brambles to be taurs. Can't hurt to seek an ally among them.
to hit = 23, damage = 8 (non-lethal)
----- Spell memorized: magic fang
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+3=5 ; d20+10=26 ; d20+8=20 ; d8+1=2 ; Thursday October 4th, 2018 2:29:37 AM
(Initiative=5, Stealth=26, Attack=20, Dmg=2) Tsak quickly makes his way over the reduced hedge, trying to attract as little attention as possible, He fires at the nearest minotaur (B4) with his crossbow.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Guidance / +2 Dex | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Channel 2/5 d20+3=19 ; d20+7=16 ; d20+7=24 ; d6+1=7 ; d6+1=5 ; Thursday October 4th, 2018 6:59:21 AM
{Initiative: 19}
This is going to go sideways quick I fear. Would have been better not to be seen so soon.
Falco moves over the now short wall, not wanting to get trapped on the other side. As he move he fires off two arrows at the centaur that is fifty feet away. {Hit: 16/24 Dam: 7/5}
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 16 (T14/F13) 31/31HP |Guisarme +7 2D6+6 | Status: 1 non-lethal damage, Mage armour, charged d20+2=17 ; d20+9=19 ; 2d6+6=14 ; d20+7=13 ; d20+7=12 ; 2d6+6=11 ; 2d6+6=14 ; Thursday October 4th, 2018 10:39:46 AM
Initiative=17 Gothruk charges behind Rolth also laying into the Plantminotaur. (unless it is already dead which he'll charge the centaur if he can). To-hit=19, Damage=14
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+3=20 ; Thursday October 4th, 2018 11:18:28 AM
Initiative = 20
elyas casts protective ward giving the party +1 deflection AC
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20+3=8 ; d20+7=11 ; d20+7=14 ; d8+3=8 ; d8+3=6 ; Thursday October 4th, 2018 4:17:32 PM
[init=8] [ooc is there a knowledge to identify weaknesses, I'm thinking fire might be... I can't remember if we established anything]
Finnian will fire 2 quick shots at the minotaur [11, 14 to hit] [Damage 8,6]
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