DM Mark - A Sunny Day Friday June 21st, 2019 9:32:14 PM
A run to the Catacombs is made by some of the members of the Eight Petaled Rose, as others amuse themselves on board. Elyas asks Ramsey how their new recruits Tad and Riles are doing. Ramsey replies, ”Ahh, time will tell. Life aboard ship is hard work. A voyage should give us a good feel for their fitness to this life. In the meantime, there’s plenty ‘a maintenance work I can put ‘em to even while the Rose is in port. If they’re not serious about this, I’ll know soon enough.”
Rolth puzzles over the strange coins that Aaroth had.
As Petals are making sure their ship is ready to sail, they see a minotaur dressed in travelling clothes walking down the dock flanked by two armored minotaur guards bearing the Duke’s purple cloaks. The guards march with a purpose and dock workers quickly out of their way. They are clearly escorts and mean business, but their charge seems a bit unsure. They stop before the gang plank leading onto the Rose. One of the guards says, [b]”Ahoy there, is this the Rose? We bring Gadin, and he is sent here by the Duke. May we come aboard?”
Assuming you let them aboard, Gadin will ask the guards to remain on the dock as he proceeds to board the Rose. They frown, but agree to let the younger minotaur go up without them.
Aboard, Gadin says, “I, er, hello. My name is Gadin. We’ve, um, some people have been killed in Greenfell. Yesia works there, and she said she needs some real help with something. I told her that maybe the Purple Duke could help. So, I bought her message to the Purple Duke, and he said that you could probably help me. So, um, can you come with me to Greenfell? It’s real important. Yesia is pretty worried about this. I’ve never seen her this worried. The Duke said you were the right people for this. Can you help us?”
Perception DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {You can tell that this person is in travelling clothes. He is clothes are travel stained, and he looks tired and travel worn. He looks at Rolth from time to time as he speaks.}
Sense Motive DC 12 Highlight to display spoiler: {This is a young and inexperienced person. He seems sincere, but also a bit unsure of himself. For some reason, Rolth seems to make him nervous or uncomfortable.}
Knowledge Local DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {Greenfell is about a day’s walk from here, in the direction of Imod City.} Knowledge Nobility DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {This person has some backing to be here. The Duke would not have sent guards, particularly these able guards, if he did not suport this.}
Pointing back toward Imod City, Rolth asks, "Greenfell, that place about a day over that way? What problem is facing Yesia? If the Duke thinks the task might be for us, well, he has an eye for our capabilities ever since the Taurnament, I suppose. Look, no need to be nervous, we fellow taurs may be different in some ways, but inside our hearts, we are all taurs first, by Domi! So out with it, how can we help?"
(Diplomacy = 14)
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Saturday June 22nd, 2019 10:58:22 AM
Angus hops off the barrel he was sitting on while practicing tying knots in spare rope. Interesting, we don't need to look for adventure, it looks for us
Owning few possessions and having not really unpacked, Angus is ready to go.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+6=14 ; d20+4=9 ; d20+7=15 ; Saturday June 22nd, 2019 8:31:10 PM
perception = 14, sense motive 9, knowledge local 15
Elyas looks over the man. "Did you just walk here all the way from Greenfell? you must be tired. can we get you something to eat or drink while you gather yourself? please fill us in and tell us exactly what happened. we can't help nearly as much if we don't have some information first.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+9=17 ; d20=8 ; Sunday June 23rd, 2019 7:37:31 AM
(Perception=17 Success, Sense Motive=8 Fail) Following Elyas' lead Tsak heads below to get some water as well as fruit, nuts and cheese for the young Minotaur. After that he grabs his backpack. The way he sees it the guy wouldn't be here if it wasn't important, and if its important then the Petals will want to help. Done deal. He checks his gear and waits to see how long the talking will last...
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (40/40 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 20) Sunday June 23rd, 2019 1:02:20 PM "Oh, and hey Mak, bring that mandolin along and I’ll show you a few tricks along the way."
Kiwina (Steve M) (61/61 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+10=21 ; d20+6=13 ; d20+1=14 ; d20+1=15 ; Sunday June 23rd, 2019 1:14:46 PM
(Perception = 21; sense motive = 13; local = 14(u); nobility = 15(u))
"If the Duke wants us to investigate, then of course we will. Oh, and Gadin -- rumors that wemics can smell fear aren't true, but if you've never heard cats give a concert in the middle of the night, well their music is something to be afraid of."
Mak (JamesM) (40/40 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: d20+4=19 ; d20=10 ; d20+2=11 ; Monday June 24th, 2019 8:56:27 AM
OOC: Perception +4, Roll 19, Success! Sense Motive +0, Roll 10, Fail! KS: Local +2, Roll 11, Fail! KS: Nobility +6, Taking 10, Roll 16, Success!
What separated Mak from the rest of his family was altruism. Mak had it and they quite frankly did not. Any one of them would have settled for a commission and a posting away from the battles of the war, Mak had insisted on working his way up from the regular rank and file, to fight alongside the commoners and provide them with as much support as he could. It was also why he still mourned for Malcolm.
This Gadin fellow and for that matter this Duke Purple seemed to be genuine in their need and commitment to help. The others may not have realized it, but those guards with Gadin may as well have come with a message that the Duke expected them to aid the taur.
Mak shifted in his seat and listened to the taur's story as he tried to suss out any unspoken facts. The taur spoke of Yesia. Mak had no idea who or what that was, so he looked to his fellows to see if they recognized the name. He couldn't tell if they knew of Yesia, but the others seemed sold on the idea of helping the man and that pleased the archer.
Rolth's suggestion to bring the mandolin was met with a smile as Mak commented. "Certainly, old bean, I've a few questions about it anyway, like which way do I hold it and should I be using a bow with it? And you said mandolin, I thought I had a fiddle. That shopkeeper must be having a grand laugh right now, but the jokes on him old bean. I like the look of this thing, but with all those strings it does look terribly complicated so a trick or two would definitely be helpful."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d20+9=26 ; d20+8=25 ; Monday June 24th, 2019 1:57:19 PM
{Perception: 26} {Sense Movite: 25}
Having been distracted with other things, namely trying to catch a particularly elusive rat, Falco does not see what is happening until they are on the boa. He sees that the young Minotaur is telling the truth, gives a small quiet hoot, and goes back to the hunt.
Somehow concentrating on the rat instead of the matter at hand makes him feel more halfling then beastfolk at the moment. Still he will catch it with beak not hands so.... back to beastfolk thinking.
DM Mark - "If the Duke wants us to investigate, then of course we will." Monday June 24th, 2019 11:56:13 PM
Just at the Petals were preparing to set sail, some guards show up escorting someone that needs help. But this person is not some officious noble as is often the case. Rather, this Gadin seems like a regular person. He says he comes from Grenfell and someone named Yesia needs help. The Petals begin gathering their gear, ready to do what needs to be done.
Angus says, "Interesting, we don't need to look for adventure, it looks for us.
Rolth suggests Mak bring his mandolin, thinking travel may provide an opportunity for some musical training along the way.
Falco smells a rat, and chases it in the hold. Giving in to his feral halfling nature, he eventually catches one, but he can tell there are more. But that will have to wait.
Kiwina says something about wemics smelling fear, which causes Gadin to look nervously at Rolth.
It’s clear that this Gadin is worried and weary. Elyas asks if he just came all the way from Greenfell, knowing it is about a day’s walk, and asks if he needs food or drink. Tzak hurries to bring him some water as well as fruit, nuts and cheese. Gadin gratefully accepts them, munching as he talks.
Gadin responds, ”Well, I, uh, I did travel yesterday. Yesia was real worried, so I didn’t want to wait. I travelled part of the night, and I rested a bit outside Castle Violet. See, I have a friend that works in there and I was afraid that if I showed up real late to the castle, it might get him in trouble. So I slept outside the castle, and waited until I saw people coming in and out. I think I saw you folks leaving. I guess my friend Foosnir was with you driving a cart. I shoulda’ hollered at him, but well, it looked like he was busy and I needed to get Yesia’s message to the Duke.”
“Yesia? She’s a clerk in town. She helps with keeping records of births, deaths, that sort of thing. She said we’re supposed to be reporting all that to the Duke, but she said we havn’t been doing a very good job of it. She new to her job there. She’s only been there for a few weeks.”
With the supplies to get the ship ready, runs to the Catacombs and “interviews” of Tad and Riles, it’s early afternoon.
Gadin says, “Well, I am glad you’re coming to help. I guess we can leave now if you like. I can see in the dark, but I don’t know if all of you can. Or we can wait until morning.”
Tad and Riles seem to think this would be much more fun. Ramsey has already said he can keep the boys busy - which may be what concerns them.
”Hey, hey. Can we go? We can handle ourselves on the road.” “Yeah, we wanna be adventurers like you guys!” “Yeah, head off into the unknown! Kill a dragon or two. That sorta thing.” “Yeah, I think we could do that kinda stuff.” "But we'll need swords and bows. That sorta stuff."
Kiwina (Steve M) (61/61 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Tuesday June 25th, 2019 2:42:38 AM "Ramsey, if these two," Kiwina points to Riles and Tad, "don't do what you say, I want to hear about it." He considers telling the boys there's time on a voyage for weapons training, but decides if they can't do as they're told, they shouldn''t be here.
To Gadin he says, "Seems like we ought to get there as quickly as we can. Is there a place to stay or camp on the way if it gets too late?"
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday June 25th, 2019 5:57:20 AM
Tsak can see quite well in the dark and would prefer to leave sooner rather than later, but will defer if the rest of the party want to wait till morning.
To Tad and Riles The stuff you need is discipline, stop acting like spoiled children. You have much to learn.
(OOC I'll get Tsak upgraded to lv5 this week)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (40/40 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 20) Tuesday June 25th, 2019 6:38:32 AM
Rolth suits up, lutes up, and shuffles to the gangplank, ready for adventure!
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | Tuesday June 25th, 2019 7:15:28 AM
Having had enough of chasing rats Falco tells them that he will be back for the rest and heads on deck. Seeing Tsak is ready to head out he says that it sounds fine. When the youths are not the center of attention he will approach them. "Disciple is all well and good, needed for sure if you want to survive.. Still we will make time for some fun here and there."
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Tuesday June 25th, 2019 7:20:44 AM
Angus is ready to go, Seems like there is no time to sit around, we will have to talk as we walk
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Tuesday June 25th, 2019 9:52:09 AM "I'm sorry, Gadin, but I still don't understand. What exactly happened? a new clerk in your town is worried about something. that's not much to go on. what does she need our help with?
to the group, Elyas says "I don't know why we should feel rushed to get there. whatever it is can wait until morning. we would be much better off not traveling at night I think, unless there is something wrong that needs immediate attention.
[ooc: is the town of Greenfell landlocked, or can we just swing the ship around to get there?]
Mak (JamesM) (40/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Tuesday June 25th, 2019 1:06:03 PM
Mak watched the antics of Tad and Riles with some humor and decided to lend a hand. "Gentlemen." Mak said as he addressed the two boys. "If you can outshoot me, or lay a blade upon me when I've returned. You'll get five gold for the effort. Now, do as Ramsey asks and train hard, because there's money on the line now. Cheers!"
The young nobleman, archer, and soldier had changed out of his uniform and into his travelling clothes...wrinkled and a little dusty, but serviceable for the trip. He idly counted the arrows in his quiver and the overflow he had in his pack. The battle in the casino had used a few, but he was prepared and felt he had enough for the trip.
At the suggestion about travelling at night, Mak spoke up. "This one cannot see in the dark, fellow beans. If you want my assistance handling nasties and beasties at range some good light from yon sun would be needed." He said as he slung the mandolin over one shoulder and his bow over the other.
While he waited on the others to join them on deck Mak pulled out his flask and took a long draw on it and then winced as the liquor passed down his throat. "Damn! That's good." he remarked as he felt the warmth enter his body and ease the pain in his leg.
DM Mark - "Seems like there is no time to sit around, we will have to talk as we walk." Tuesday June 25th, 2019 7:51:45 PM
The party is in agreement that Tad and Riles are not going on this trip. They are very disappointed.
There is some discussion about how to travel to Grenfell, and some prefer to not travel at night. In the end the decision seems to be a compromise - travel while light and sleep in the field on the way there.
You set out. As you go, you talk with Gadin. You learn that Yesia is concerned about some recent minotaur deaths. Minotaurs can be a rough bunch, particularly in some smaller towns and settlements, so fighting is not uncommon. It seems that minotaurs have a tradition of a Kayleb - a sort of minotaur duel to resolve disputes of honor. But even with this, sometimes they just fight.
Gadin also seems to be concerned about a recent, nearby liontaur settlement. Gadin seems to be a bit of a separatist, and is worried about tensions between liontaurs and minotaurs here on Minotaur Island. He has nothing against other races - but the tensions between these two groups in the vicinity of Greenfell are making him nervous. And the liontaurs don’t even have this tradition of a Kayleb to resolve disputes.
How do you make camp? Is there a watch? Gadin will defer to you on this.
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Tuesday June 25th, 2019 8:05:54 PM
Angus is happy to stand first watch.
(He has a simple bedroll and no tent, so he leaves a small footprint when he does camp)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday June 25th, 2019 10:24:38 PM
Tsak will take second watch. He sleeps with his head on his pack, and if cold will look to start a small fire.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (40/40 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 20) d20+11=19 ; Tuesday June 25th, 2019 10:28:54 PM
Rolth will stand first watch with Angus, keeping a careful eye out for trouble, whether from outside the camp or from those within who are less well known.
(Perception = 19)
Kiwina (Steve M) 61/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None Wednesday June 26th, 2019 3:49:13 AM
Kiwina offers to take last watch with Mak, assuming Mak is okay with that.
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None d20+8=13 ; Wednesday June 26th, 2019 6:06:58 AM
Angus, of course, has never stood watch before and while he doesn't say it, he is grateful for Rolth being there
(Perception = 13)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d20+9=23 ; Wednesday June 26th, 2019 7:15:06 AM
Falco is happy to take a middle of the night watch. His sharp eyes do fairly well in the dark though not as good as some. "I will take a middle of the night shift, as long as there is a fire and starlight I can see enough. I think I will sit watch though, not stand."
{Perception: 23} ______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Wednesday June 26th, 2019 10:41:09 AM
Elyas takes the early morning watch, as he needs uninterrupted sleep to recharge his abilities. He is perfectly happy to wake up early and keep watch while going through his morning preparations and memory exercises.
This particular morning, Elyas spends a full hour reading over a brand new scroll he picked up during their visit to the Duke. the more he works on learning spells the easier they come to him, and he is surprised at how easy it is to learn a new and dangerous spell. as he finishes studying he tests the spell out, speaking the words and doing the correct motions. he leaves off the last few words, saving the spell for later but is happy to see little lines of electricity dance along his fingers. the words vanish from the scroll.
[ooc: taking 10 on my spellcraft check for a 21, DC for a lvl 3 spell is 18. Elyas now knows Lightning Bolt]
Mak (JamesM) (40/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Wednesday June 26th, 2019 12:54:18 PM
Mak didn't have to wonder about Kiwina's motivations about asking to watch together. It was clear the suspicious taur still didn't trust him. The young archer decided to take it as an opportunity to be vigilant and reliable however, so he took his post in a spot where he'd be able to see the camp and laid his bow in his lap as he waited.
DM Mark - "I will take a middle of the night shift." d100=76 ; d20=12 ; d20=18 ; Wednesday June 26th, 2019 9:57:21 PM
Having no other questions for Gadin, the party finds a nice, large oak to camp under. You decide on a watch. Gadin is glad to be travelling with so competent a group, and he says as much. This is clearly a minotaur that is not accustomed to sleeping rough, and he is ill prepared. It is chilly that night, and Tzak starts a fire - which feels rather nice to the travellers and somehow just makes you all feel better.
Food/rations are consumed, the fire eventually dies down, and you go to sleep. It is dark, but there is a half moon and starlight. Those with low-light vision can see passably well.
(The DM was a little unclear on the watches, but I am assuming there are approximately four two-hour watches.)
Late that night, on Falco’s watch as he sits still, he hears a noise. Looking in the direction of the noise, his sharp eyes pick out a small figure, about his size moving towards you in the brush. It’s trying to stay low. Actually, he can hear other noises in the brush as well, and perhaps some murmuring in the distance.
Everyone else is asleep, so Perception DC 32 Highlight to display spoiler: {You wake up to a noise in the brush - something is moving toward you. If you can see in the dark, you can tell that Falco on looking at something moving your way and you can see that it is something small.}
Kiwina (Steve M) 61/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+11=18 ; Wednesday June 26th, 2019 11:32:58 PM
(Perception = 18) Kiwina sleeps.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+9=28 ; Thursday June 27th, 2019 5:23:33 AM
Tsak's eyesight works exceptionally well with the low light available.
Unfortunately he is asleep, so his eyes pick up nothing unusual...
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (40/40 HP | AC: 15; Touch: 12; CMD: 21) Thursday June 27th, 2019 6:01:45 AM
Rolths snoozes peacefully, dreaming of being awakened in time to chase down some prey.
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None d20+8=9 ; Thursday June 27th, 2019 6:28:38 AM
Angus is asleep and unaware of anything else
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d20+9=15 ; d20+9=29 ; d6=3 ; d20+9=11 ; Thursday June 27th, 2019 6:55:54 AM
Falco moves slow and low, bow in hand. {Stealth : 15} Knocking an arrow he gets as close as he can. If he can get to 20 feet away he will stand up bow pointed and speak loudly.
"Hold there my friend. I have a bead on you, best tell your friend to come out. Petals we have visitors it seems."
He is prepared to loose an arrow if there is an aggressive move. {HIt: 29 Crit Confirm: 11 Dam: 4 - assuming no crit if he fired the arrow}
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Thursday June 27th, 2019 10:50:21 AM
Elyas sleeps soundly, confident in his allies' abilities to spot threats and wake him up.
(no point in rolling, can't hit that DC)
DM Mark - "Petals we have visitors it seems."" d6=6 ; d20+4=23 ; d20+4=18 ; d20+4=23 ; d20+4=21 ; d20+4=6 ; d4=1 ; d4=2 ; d4=1 ; d4=2 ; d20+4=11 ; d4=4 ; Thursday June 27th, 2019 12:55:02 PM
Everyone sleeps. Falco is aware that something, or perhaps some things, are out there in the dark and moving in his direction. The small owl-man creeps forward, bow at the ready, and says loudly, "Hold there my friend. I have a bead on you, best tell your friend to come out. Petals we have visitors it seems."
Without warning, there is a cry from the brush very near him. If you speak goblin Highlight to display spoiler: {the thing yelled “Attack!”} Falco lets loose his readied arrow at the thing that attacked him. The arrow hits it mark, and a small goblin lets out a cry of pain. This stops his rush as the wounded goblin looks at the arrow sticking out of him.
A bunch of goblins yell as they attack the party, and everyone awakens as the camp is alive with sound.
Six small javelins are thrown, and the following are hit for this amount of damage: Gadin - 1 DAM Rolth - 2 DAM Angus - 1 DAM Mak - 2 DAM Kiwina - 4 DAM
In addition, goblins have rushed up to the prone Mak, Kiwina, Tzak, and Elyas (one each) brandishing nasty looking jagged daggers, but they cannot attack yet.
(Remember, those that were asleep are prone and likely have no armor on, weapons drawn, bows at the ready, etc. Also, it is still dark. Those with darkvision can see fine. Those with low-light vision can see an adjacent attackers and perhaps a javelin thrower or two. I figured I can do this one without a map, so just let me know what you do and we’ll figure it out.)
Mak (JamesM) (38/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: d20+4=11 ; Thursday June 27th, 2019 3:29:45 PM
OOC: Mak is in light armor, so he can sleep in it.
In a language Mak hoped the goblin could understand. Highlight to display spoiler: {(Draconic)"Oh ho! Scary Bean!"} Mak said a few words as he rolled away (Acrobatics +4 to do a 5' steppish thing while prone, Roll 11.) and grabbed for his short sword.
OOC: looks like you can use acrobatics to move away while prone, but it's still a move action and an AoO to stand, so Mak is trying to get some distance from the goblin before standing.
Kiwina (Steve M) 57/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+5=14 ; d6+2=8 ; Thursday June 27th, 2019 4:33:24 PM
Kiwina gets a grim look on his face, and stands. He doesn't need weapons to attack with his hooves. (Hits AC 14 for 8 points if successful)
Kiwina is able to see some distant shapes with low light vision. "Grandfather, can you take out the javelins?"
(Kiwina has the endurance feat and sleeps in his light armor.)
===== Memorized: Ranger -- magic fang Druid -- create water, guidance, resistance; faerie fire, produce flame, (d) obscuring mist Aumakua have 1 x 1st level ranger spell
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (40/40 HP | AC: 15; Touch: 12; CMD: 21) d20+8=22 ; d8+6=10 ; Thursday June 27th, 2019 8:28:16 PM
Rolth takes affront at the goblin attacking the prone Elyas, and rises to teach the thing a lesson, drawing his morningstar as he goes. He makes a mighty two handed swing, thumping the thing for 10hp of damage.
(Morningstar to hit = 22, Dam = 10)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d20+7=22 ; d20+7=9 ; d6+3=9 ; Friday June 28th, 2019 7:12:34 AM
Not speaking goblin Falco has to use context to guess what was said, he thinks he has the gist of it as he plants his feet and launches two more arrows at the goblin he already hit.
{Hit: 22 | 9 Dam: 9 - Rapid Shot/Deadly Aim}
"Awake petals, lets give them a greeting and protect our guide."
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+7=26 ; d4=2 ; d20=5 ; d20=5 ; d20=8 ; Friday June 28th, 2019 7:56:00 AM
(T Attack=26, T Dmg=2. E BiteAttack=5, Claw1Attack=5, Claw2Attack=8
Tsak can see just fine, and draws the kukri he has hidden under his pillow/backpack. He slashes at the nearest goblin, the one advancing on him with a dagger.
Esmerelda, curled up in the arch of Tsak's back comes awake with a snarl and launches herself at the same goblin attacking Tsak. The cats efforts seem ineffectual, but the furry whirlwind of fury gives the little creature something to think about as Tsak rolls to his feet and readies for round 2.
DM Mark - "Petals we have visitors it seems."" Friday June 28th, 2019 9:30:30 AM
(As Elyas is a spell caster and has not posted yet, I should point out that Rolth's blow will kill the goblin threatening the prone spellcaster.)
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Friday June 28th, 2019 11:28:20 AM
[ooc: thanks for the clarification, otherwise I was going to write out two different sets of actions based on whether i was threatened or not!]
Elyas opens his eyes to see a goblin rushing him. he panicks and freezes for a second, but then a mace smashes the creature. Elyas stands up quickly and looks around the camp, not able to see much at all. he assumes others are having trouble seeing in the dark as well. he reaches out and touches Rolth's armor makign it glow like a torch.
Mak tries to deftly roll away from the goblin above him, and while he does move 5’, the goblin gets an attack of opportunity (AOO). (A 5’ move can be attempted while prone, but “but doing so requires a full-round action to move 5 feet, and the DC is increased by 5”.) Though Mak cannot yet see him he does feel the creatures blade as it hit him for 2 points of damage.
Kiwina stands up, which provokes an AOO from the goblin by him. The creepy little guy stabs the mighty centaur as he stands for 4 points of damage. The Kiwina’s hoof lands a wicked blow to the creature’s chest, killing the thing. (Thanks for the clarification on the armor issue. Kiwina did not take the previous 4 points, and only has a total of 4 damage.)
Rolth stands, and lashes out at the goblin standing above Elyas, caving in the creature’s skull with his mace (dead).
Falco shoots the goblin that attacked him, landing an arrow in his throat. The goblin falls back dead. He shouts, "Awake petals, let’s give them a greeting and protect our guide."
Tzak lashes out at the goblin in his prone state, stabbing the thing with his kukri. Then his cat launches itself at the goblin in a flurry of fur and claws. Even so, as Tzak stands, this provokes an attack, and the goblin lands a critical hit on the ranger for 4 damage!
Elyas wakes to see a goblin standing over him, even as Kiwina kills it. Elyas casts a Light spell on Rolth’s armor. Suddenly the camp area is awash with light.
Gadin is a little out of his element. He rolls to his feet and pulls out a dagger. With a yell, he rushes forward to the one near Mak ready to stab the thing.
Three of the goblins lay dead. The rest seem to conclude this was a really, really bad idea.
They scream and holler as they turn to run off into the night. This provokes an attack from Gadin who kills the one near Mak. Tzak and his cat will also get an AOO.
If you speak Goblin: Highlight to display spoiler: { “Gaaaa. Bok and Booger are dead.” “Licker and Gez too!” “I told Booger this was a bad idea!” “Shut up and run.” “Ooo. Get outta my way or I’ll gut ya.” “Me first!” “I’m faster than you Buttsmack. If they get anyone, it’s gonna be you. See ya!” “Aaaa. Don’t leave me here!”}
There are six goblins running away from the group. (Five if Tzak and his cat kill theirs.)
(Just a reminder for future encounters that a prone attacker has a –4 penalty on melee attack rolls and cannot use a ranged weapon (except for a crossbow). A prone defender gains a +4 bonus to Armor Class against ranged attacks, but takes a –4 penalty to AC against melee attacks. Standing up is a move-equivalent action that provokes an attack of opportunity.)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (38/40 HP | AC: 15; Touch: 12; CMD: 21) d20+7=10 ; Friday June 28th, 2019 7:45:54 PM
Rolth smiles in satisfaction as his foe drops, and watches the rest run off. He turns to our guest and asks, "So, Gadin, are goblins part of the problem that plagues your land? Or is this some additional threat?" Rolth will watch his answer carefully.
(Sense Motive = 10)
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Friday June 28th, 2019 8:23:36 PM
Angus groggily sits up and rubs his eyes, Hey, Just had the craziest dream about goblins yelling about getting attacked, must be all this fresh air... What?
Kiwina (Steve M) 57/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None Friday June 28th, 2019 11:05:49 PM
The wind blows a little stronger in the direction the goblins are running, stirring the plants. (Grandfather, as requested, spends the next round casting entangle, centering the effect approximately 100' from Kiwina in the direction the greatest number of goblin voices seem to be heard from. Depending on how fast the goblins go, they may be in the 40' radius when the spell takes effect.)
"I'm a bit surprised how much easier these were to route than the pirate goblins," Kiwina says as he pulls out his weapons. "Think I'll just check the area to be sure they're all gone."
===== Memorized: Ranger -- magic fang Druid -- create water, guidance, resistance; faerie fire, produce flame, (d) obscuring mist Aumakua have no more spells today
Tsak and Esmerelda take their shots at the goblin as it turns its back to follow its friends.
The fired-up feline sets off after the goblins, but Tsak calls her back. He doesn't think they'll be back and doesn't want her to be picked off hunting by herself in the woods.
As the adrenalin subsides Tsak realises that he still hasn't fully recovered from the slash received during the fight with squidface. He decides to stay in camp, build up the fire a little and see what can be done about food or just a hot drink, as the petals wait for the sunrise. He doubts anyone will be getting more sleep this morning.
After fussing with the fire the ranger decides to spend some time in meditation.
(OOC Tsak prepares Magic Fang and Longstrider spells. Not sure if I took full advantage of the healing offered whilst we travelled back on the boat? Either way Tsak either needs a few days rest or will have to get some healing off a helpful friend to get back to full strength)
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Sunday June 30th, 2019 2:36:26 PM
elyas prepares to cast a spell, thinking to hit one of the fleeing goblins with a magic missile. seeing that most of them will still escape into the darkness he stops casting and lets them go. no point in killing if we can just frighten them off
after it is over, Elyas talks to Gadin Are goblins common in this area? I don't know of any settlements of the critters, but i am also not very familiar with this island. it does seem like quite a coincidence that we just recently fought a bunch of goblin pirates on our way to this island, and now find another gang attacking a superior force. seems out of place.. at least there weren't zombies this time.
DM Mark - Goblins! d6=6 ; d20+2=14 ; d20+2=18 ; d20+2=16 ; d20+2=18 ; d20+2=22 ; d20+2=18 ; Monday July 1st, 2019 1:26:37 AM Angus seems to wake just now to realize his deam of goblins has come true.
Kiwina is puzzled that these goblins don’t seem to be as strong as the pirates the Petals had encountered earlier. He calls on his ancenstral spirits and casts Engangle. He finds hear more goblins screaming in the distance. (While you cannot see this from where you are, all of the goblins make their saves and pull back from the entangled area and continue to flee. In the future, include the save and DC for spells you cast and the effect.)
Tzak drops the goblin that attempted to flee from him. Emeralda pounces on the thing just to make sure it’s dead.
Rolth Asks Gadin if goblins have been part of the problem he mentioned. Elyas likewise asks about this, and he adds that it seems like an odd coincidence that you recently fought goblin pirates.
Gadin responds, ”I’m not sure about any goblin pirates. But goblins are a bit of an infestation, and mostly a nuisance. While it’s a bit unusual for them to attack an armed party, it’s not unusual for them to attempt to ambush what they may consider weaker prey. Perhaps they thought a group of sleeping travellers were an easy mark. I think these goblins will steer clear of travellers for a while after this.”
It is the middle of the night.
There are four dead goblins. You’ll collect about 6 GP and 32 SP. They carry other items: 4 Small suits leather armor 4 small shields Four rusty daggers 6 crude javelins A dried minotaur finger A badger skull Various unsavory food stuffs
Also, there is a sack about 3 feet by 3 feet. And it’s moving - something’s in there!
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (38/40 HP | AC: 15; Touch: 12; CMD: 21) Monday July 1st, 2019 5:29:00 AM
Rolth will approach the sack carefully, and prod it gently with the haft of his glaive. Maybe there’s another badger in there? "Is there someone in there?" If there is a response that he can’t understand, he will cast Comprehend Languages and ask again.
Angus (Scott) (30/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None d20+8=10 ; Monday July 1st, 2019 6:29:05 AM
Angus let's the others know that he is able to speak Goblin. Angus searches the immediate area to see if anything was dropped or if there are other goblins in hiding nearby.
(Perception = 10, 12 for traps)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d20+9=18 ; Monday July 1st, 2019 6:55:56 AM
Falco keeps an eye out to make sure the Goblins do not come back as the others address the moving sack. {Perception: 18} He doesn't think they will come back but still they did not show a great deal of intelligence in attacking.
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Mak (JamesM) (36/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Monday July 1st, 2019 9:01:19 AM
Mak rose slowly to his feet and brushed himself off. He had wrenched a muscle in his side and torn something in his leg, again, so his limp was more pronounced than before. He moved to his sword and strapped it on and then grabbed his bow and quiver in case they decided to return.
Beyond a few feet from the small camp fire Mak couldn't see much, just shapes and the skyline so he didn't try to take any shots at the retreating goblins. He was also a little put out with himself. All these months aboard ship made him lax in his preparations. Next time he'd have his weapons closer.
"Well done, my beans." Mak congratulated his companions as he looked at the moving sack. He noticed that the others were still a little busy, so he moved over to the sack and peeked inside.
"Cheers my good fellow, why ever were you sacked?" Mak said, while being careful to not expose himself to nasty fangs, teeth, or claws if this were a badger still in possession of it's skull.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Monday July 1st, 2019 11:39:39 AM
Elyas stands back, letting the others open the sack. he casts 'Detect Magic' to make sure there aren't any odd magical surprises waiting inside the bag. if there are not he will also make a pass over the goblins' gear to check for magic
Kiwina (Steve M) 57/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None Monday July 1st, 2019 1:53:28 PM
Kiwina stands by, weapons ready, while Rolth and Mak deal with the sack. He is not worried about the goblins returning very quickly, although they might try to sneak back if the contents of the sack are valuable..
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 15/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday July 2nd, 2019 6:47:07 AM
Tsak eyes the sack, then carefully grabs Esmerelda so the wired moggy doesn't go chasing whatever might come bouncing out of the sack.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | Tuesday July 2nd, 2019 6:56:45 AM
Realizing that not eveyone can see so well Falco grabs a rock or branch, casts light on it, and places it near the bag.
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
DM Dan - A Bag of tricks... Tuesday July 2nd, 2019 11:29:16 AM Tsak Rezar keeps Esmerelda close, ensuring she doesn’t run off. Elyas prepares to look to see if anything magical come out he bag. Rolth Niheow pokes the bag to get a response. Kiwina keeps weapons up and ready in case any of the goblins return. Falco Ambersier creates a light source to make it easier for those without any special vision. Angus Macgrump explains he can speak goblin and tries to look or more things left behind by the goblins than what was already found. Mak peeks into the bag to see what is in there.
Rolth gets no response, even comprehending languages doesn’t help him, as apparently this creature isn’t speaking any language.
Once the bag is opened, inside you see a badger, that seems to hop up to you and rub against you each in turn, as if it knows you let it free. It would appear that the Goblins were going to snack on it before long, and you have saved it. It nuzzles each of you again in turn, and it seems to follow Mak particularly, always staying nearby him.
It’s a playful creature and seems to enjoy playing games such as fetch, and happily burrows for food itself, even bringing some a rabbit back with it after it goes out hunting, and dropping it messily at Mak’s feet.
What do you do next?
Mak (JamesM) (36/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: d20+2=3 ; d20+2=5 ; Tuesday July 2nd, 2019 3:10:50 PM
Mak didn't know what to think. His experience with wild animals, or tame ones for that matter, was nil. The badger, of which Mak had no experience at all, he hadn't even heard about them from trappers and hunters. The creature looked ferocious, but it was being so soft and cuddly and it offering of a rabbit really endeared itself to the nobleman who picked it up and nuzzled it's neck unknowing about the true dangerous nature of such creatures.
"Isn't it cute." Mak commented, uncertain if it were a male or female badger.
OOC: KS: Nature +2, Assuming DC 10, Roll 3. Fail. KS: Local +2, Roll 5, Fail.
Kiwina (Steve M) 57/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None Tuesday July 2nd, 2019 5:00:16 PM "Does anyone want to move in case those goblins come back with reinforcements?" Unless the others want to move, Kiwina prepares to take his turn at watch. In the morning, he'll continue to follow where Gadin is leading them.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (38/40 HP | AC: 15; Touch: 12; CMD: 21) Tuesday July 2nd, 2019 10:47:09 PM
Rolth is somehow both surprised and unsurprised when the sack produces another badger skull, this one complete with the rest of a live badger. He watches the snuggle bunny festival with Mak, but spares him any more than a wry glance. He votes to stay here and finish our watches, rather than moving. He figures the goblins know the lay of the land anyway, so we’ll be better off with a good night’s sleep.
Angus (Scott) (30/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Wednesday July 3rd, 2019 7:30:28 AM
Angus also wishes to return to sleep but vows to himself to keep his weapons close and as ready as possible.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Wednesday July 3rd, 2019 10:42:29 AM
Elyas grumbles a bit about being woken up in the middle of the night, then quickly falls back asleep once he sees that things are taken care of again.
[ooc: was it enough of an interruption that us spellcasters will be unable to prepare new spells in the morning? not too big of a deal this time, as Elyas hasn't used his spells from the previous day, but it would mean not preparing the new spell I just learned off of a scroll]
Mak (JamesM) (36/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Wednesday July 3rd, 2019 11:14:45 AM "He's a strange looking dog, or a short legged cat." Mak mused along as he settled in to sleep with the creature next to him. 'Here puppy, you're a good boy, aren't you?" Mak said as he patted the ground next to him with a smile.
OOC: Mak's bow and shortsword are in easy reach.
DM Dan - A walk in the Plains. Wednesday July 3rd, 2019 7:14:01 PM Tsak Rezar keeps a tight grip on Esmerelda, ensuring she doesn’t go after the badger. Elyas immediately goes back to sleep, ignoring the badger’s appearance. Rolth Niheow while surprised by the badger, decides that a tactical sleep is appropriate. Kiwina asks about moving, but is answered by people rolling over and going to sleep. Falco Ambersier keeps his lights lit until everyone is ready to go to sleep. Angus Macgrump keeps his weapons close, but also goes back to sleep. Mak looks at this odd creature, and treats it somewhat like a pet.
((OoC: Yeah you have enough time to refresh your spells if you want. You can take the extra time to prepare new spells in the morning.))
The rest of the night passes without incident, with everyone getting enough rest to wake up refreshed and ready for the next leg of the journey. It begins well enough, the walk talking you across fields and plains and open areas, with some quite nice sights to see.
Gadin is mostly silent during the journey, unless directly spoken to, he seems deep in thought, and only speaks to direct you and ensure everyone is still with him.
The badger that you found during the fight with the goblins is apparently a little enamoured with you, and has been following you all day, staying close to Mak. Whenever you stop for a rest or a drink, or to eat, it nuzzles against a different one of you each time.
It gets to after lunch, late afternoon when Badger suddenly seems to get closer to Kiwina (who he was walking next to at the time)
Perception roll - DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {There is the sound and feel of something coming towards you, you can feel the vibrations in the ground.}
If you pass the Perception Check, make a DC 14 Survival Check if you pass - Highlight to display spoiler: {It’s a heard of hoofed creatures… fairly large, and moving in a group towards you.}
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (38/40 HP | AC: 15; Touch: 12; CMD: 21) d20+11=30 ; d20+8=25 ; Wednesday July 3rd, 2019 8:27:56 PM
(Perception = 30, success!) (Survival = 25, success!) "Hey guys, can you feel that? I think a large herd of something hooves is coming this way, and fast! Gadin, any idea what it might be? Are there centaurs about? If herd animals, any chance we’ll get in trouble for poaching if we have to kill some to protect ourselves?"
Rolth looks around for anything substantial to climb, whether a stout tree or large rock. He’s thinking that the Petals might have to climb out of the way of a stampede of herbivores.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 32/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+9=20 ; d20+6=20 ; d20+8=23 ; Wednesday July 3rd, 2019 8:41:52 PM
(Perception=20 Pass, Survival=20 Pass, Climb=23) Tsak grabs Esmerelda and sits the cat around his neck, her body resting on top of his backpack. He then follows Rolths lead looking for somewhere to get out of the way of the large herd of animals heading toward the Petals. Spotting a tree that looks big enough he jumps and pulls himself up onto a sturdy branch which is about 12 feet off the ground. He then ties off a rope and drops it down to assist any other team members who can't jump as high.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | Wednesday July 3rd, 2019 9:55:25 PM
Falco ignors the badger and moves with the party.
Kiwina (Steve M) 57/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+11=27 ; d20+15=24 ; d20+7=25 Thursday July 4th, 2019 3:16:00 AM
(Rolls : perception = 27, survival = 24)
Kiwina isn't much of a climber. He picks up the badger (if it lets him) and looks for a place to put it that will be safe from hooves. As for his own safety, he can probably run away from a herd as soon as it's clear to him which way he needs to run. (knowledge geography = 25 to assess the terrain)
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+6=17 ; Thursday July 4th, 2019 11:28:59 AM
Elyas hears the sound of something coming and listens to the warning of his allies. He looks for somewhere to get out of the way, and creates a magical barrier around his allies
(everyone gets a +1 deflection bonus to ac)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d20+9=21 ; d20+3=7 ; Thursday July 4th, 2019 5:23:54 PM
{Perception: 21 | Survival: 7}
Still ignoring the badger Falco also notices the vibrations in the ground.
"I feel it too, get to cover."
Falco makes sure his bow is taught and pulls out two arrows to have ready as he finds a tree or something to put between him and the approaching whatever.
DM Dan - Horned Devils... Thursday July 4th, 2019 6:05:06 PM
((OoC: Happy Independence Day to all our American players!!))
Tsak Rezar climbs a tree and tries to encourage others to follow him up. Elyas brings up a shield to defend himself and his allies Rolth Niheow tries to find something to climb up to hide from the stampede, while asking if they could fight whatever it is. Kiwina picks up the badger, it allows it him to and then he realises which direction he needs to run in. Falco Ambersier ignores the badger, and stays with the party. Angus Macgrump Mak
Gadin speaks up.
“It could be Scythehorns… they are dangerous and climbing won’t do you much good…”
He looks around.
“There’s no harm in killing them in self defence, to be honest, we could do with a few less around here…”
He stands ready to fight, just as a group of six Scythehorns burst from the underbrush and charge towards the group.
They charge forward with their large horns lowered , ready to skewer anything that finds itself stuck in front of them.
You can have one round of actions before they’re upon you and attacking into the group!
What do you do?
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (46/46 HP | AC: 13; Touch: 10; CMD: 19) | Morning Star +10 1d8+9 x3 | Paws (2) +7 1d4+3 x2| Bite +7 1d4+3 x2 Thursday July 4th, 2019 9:24:05 PM
Rolth starts singing a ferocious battle song, ready to take these things on when they get near enough to shred. At the same time, his eyes glaze over in a familiar ragey way. In between stanzas, he calls out to the Petals to not let these beasts get the drop on us, and charge them first if we are able!
(Everyone benefits from Inspire Courage, giving +1 to hit and +1 damage)
Effects/Status: Rage 1/16r used, active Inspire Courage 1/8r used, active Spells 0/3 1st level used
Mak (JamesM) (36/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Thursday July 4th, 2019 10:12:20 PM
Mak stepped behind a tree and brought his bow up, ready to fire if one of them decided he was a tempting target.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d20+8=19 ; d20+8=16 ; d6+2=5 ; d6+2=3 ; Friday July 5th, 2019 12:52:31 PM
Having tried to put something between him and the beast Falco focus on the lead beast and lets two arrows fly. {Hit: 21/18 | Dam: 8/6 all rolls -2 if they are not animals}
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Kiwina (Steve M) 57/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None Friday July 5th, 2019 4:55:58 PM
Per his plan, Kiwina runs in order to keep ahead of the creatures. He trusts his 50' movement and run feat to keep him out of harms way. However, he will try to get and keep the creatures' attentionso that one or more chases him rather than allow the other Petals to bear the brunt of it.
DM Dan - Horned Devils Part 2 d8=3 ; d20+11=29 ; d20+11=17 ; d20+11=16 ; d20+11=15 ; 2d6+6=13 ; Friday July 5th, 2019 6:37:45 PM Tsak Rezar Elyas Rolth Niheow begins to sing to inspire his fellows. Kiwina keeps running ahead of the herd, but quickly realises there are turning their attention to others Falco Ambersier lets his arrows loose at a couple of the scythehorns Angus Macgrump Mak prepares to shoot at one of the Scythehorns
The scythehorns charge into the group, Gadin dodges out of the way at the last minute to avoid their dangerous and sharp horns. However, a three stampede towards Rolth and attempt to trample him. ((DC 21 Reflex save or take 12 damage))
The other three attack others, two moving up to Falco and attacking him and the final one moving up to Elyas to attack him. One of the two attacking Falco manages to connect with its antlers and does 13 Damage, the other two miss.
Angus (Scott) (30/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None d20+7=13 ; d6=6 ; Friday July 5th, 2019 7:26:25 PM
Angus attempts to hit with his rapier on one of the Scythehorns attacking Falco. Angus will try to move afterwards to get into a flanking position or other location to be able to sneak attack next turn, without drawing an attack of opportunity
(Attack = 13, unlikely but if it hits d6+2 = 8pts of damage)
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Friday July 5th, 2019 10:54:09 PM
Elyas barely avoids a charging scythehorn, and scrambles out of the way as best as he can.
now or never he thinks, trying out a brand new spell. Suddenly the movements of his friends seem much faster.
(ooc: 5 ft step, cast haste. Can only effect 5 people, so everyone EXCEPT elyas and Angus are hated. Bonus attack, +1 dodge ac, +1 to hit, +1 to reflex saves.)
(ooc 2: is there a map for this combat? With the number of aoe type effects I have as a wizard, it would be nice to know relative positions to know what spells to use and not make a mess of things by catching allies in lightning bolts or webs... )
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 32/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+8=23 ; d8+1=7 ; Friday July 5th, 2019 11:38:49 PM
(Attack=23, Dmg=7) Meanwhile, up a tree, Tsak takes aim with his crossbow and fires at the nearest beast.
(OOC forgot to take the effects of the haste spell, attack should be 24)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 32/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Saturday July 6th, 2019 9:08:19 PM
Tsak leaves the rope dangling from the tree branch in the hope that it may prove useful to one of the petals on the ground. He hopes Esmerelda has the sense to stay where she is.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (46/46 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 20) | Morning Star (2) +12 1d8+10 x3 | Paws (2) +8 1d4+4 x2| Bite +8 1d4+4 x2| d20+6=20 ; d20+12=17 ; d20+12=29 ; d20+8=18 ; d20+8=18 ; d20+8=11 ; d8+10=16 ; d8+10=13 ; d4+4=6 ; d4+4=7 ; d3=3 ; Saturday July 6th, 2019 9:12:29 PM
Rolth leaps heroically as the beasts attempt to stamped over him, barely dodging their crushing hooves. (Burn a hero point to boost his reflex save to 24 = success!) He lashes out in retaliation as he sings an inspiring hunting song. (Inspire Courage continues) If he manages to put one down, he'll switch his attacks to the next in line.
"Onward they come, Cow or bull, Downward they fall, Till our bellies are full, Tonight we feast on venison!"
Full attack: morning star to hit = 17, damage = 16 morning star to hit= 29, damage = 13 paw to hit = 18, damage = 6 paw to hit = 18, damage = 7 bite to hit = 11, damage = 3
Effect Tracking: Inspire Courage 2/8 rounds used (active) Rage 2/16 rounds used (active) Spells Slots 0/3 used Hasted
Kiwina (Steve M) 57/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+9=12 ; d8+3=8 ; Sunday July 7th, 2019 9:42:14 PM
Kiwina drops the badger in a safe spot and swings around when he realizes none of the herd is following him. He charges one of the creatures, readying his longspear as he moves, hoping to get a flanking attack.
(Hits AC 12 or 14 if flanking, for 8 damage if successful)
===== Memorized: Ranger -- magic fang Druid -- create water, guidance, resistance; faerie fire, produce flame, (d) obscuring mist Aumakua have no more spells today
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 23/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d20+9=19 ; d20+9=13 ; d6+6=7 ; d6+6=12 ; Monday July 8th, 2019 6:54:41 AM
In great pain from the horn strike Falco steps back and again fires two arrows. [i] {Hit: 19/14 | Dam: 7/12}
Looking around he sees the rope and decides that is where he should go next.
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Mak (JamesM) (36/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: d20+10=25 ; d20+10=29 ; d8+24=27 ; Monday July 8th, 2019 9:42:32 AM
Mak pivoted with his back against the tree and fired two arrows at one of the creatures pursuing Rolth.
OOC: Mak - Horn, Roll 15+8+2(Inverse Charging penalty on creature)=(25)26, Roll 19+8+2(Inverse Charging penalty on creature)=(29)30. Damage 2d8+22=27(25) Hp. Note: The number in prens is if the creature is beyond 30'.
Mak (JamesM) (36/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: d20+11=14 ; Monday July 8th, 2019 11:52:19 AM
OOC: Forgot the extra attack from Hasted...
Mak - Horn, Roll 3+8+2(Inverse Charging penalty)+1(inspire courage)=14, Miss.
DM Dan - Horned Devils Part 2 Map d20+11=25 ; d20+11=15 ; d20+11=29 ; d20+11=28 ; d20+11=30 ; d20+11=15 ; 2d6+6=11 ; 2d6+6=12 ; 2d6+6=8 ; 2d6+6=13 ; 2d6+6=13 ; 2d6+6=14 ; d20+4=5 ; Tuesday July 9th, 2019 2:55:09 AM Tsak Rezar fires his crossbow and connect soldily on one of the scythe horns. Elyas hastes all of his allies. Rolth Niheow makes several attacks against one of the scythe horns in front of him Kiwina moves to flank one of the creatures, but still misses. Falco Ambersier shoots one of the creatures attacking him. Angus Macgrump tried to defend Falco, dodging deftly around the other scythehorns to get the drop on one of them, but misses with his attack. Mak fires several shots at another of the creatures pursuing Rolth and does some heavy damage.
The scythe horns continue their assault, two of them attacking Rolth, one turning it’s attention to Kiwina, the two assaulting Falco continue, as does the one attacking Elyas, they all manage to strike their target except the one attacking Elyas, it manages to miss.
Gadin shots at one of the creatures with a crossbow, but he’s clearly unskilled, and the shot goes wide, missing all potential targets.
The first Scythe Horn is looking very worse for wear, and the second one is pretty beaten up.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (26/46 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 20) | Morning Star (2) +12 1d8+10 x3 | Paws (2) +8 1d4+4 x2| Bite +8 1d4+4 x2| d20+14=32 ; d20+14=31 ; d20+10=28 ; d20+10=11 ; d20+10=17 ; d8+10=17 ; d8+10=16 ; d4+4=5 ; d4+4=5 ; d4+4=6 ; Tuesday July 9th, 2019 6:54:12 AM
Rolth snarls at the heavy blows from the scythehorns, and attempts to return the favor, beginning with the most injured one flanked by Kiwina and moving on to the next within reach if one falls. He continues to sing his Domi-insipered song as well (Inspire Courage)
Full attack: morning star to hit = 32, damage = 17 morning star to hit= 31, damage = 16 paw to hit = 28, damage = 5 paw to hit = 11, damage = 5 bite to hit = 17, damage = 6
Effect Tracking: Inspire Courage 3/8 rounds used (active) Rage 3/16 rounds used (active) Spells Slots 0/3 used Hasted Flanking
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 32/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+9=20 ; d8+1=2 ; Tuesday July 9th, 2019 7:53:25 AM
(Attack=20, Dmg=2) Tsak fires another shot at the same animal he hit last round. Esmerelda stays perched on the bough of the tree, seeming to sense that putting herself among all those heaving bodies and hooves would be a bad idea.
Hasted Magic Fang; Longstrider
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 23/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d20+1=17 ; Tuesday July 9th, 2019 8:57:17 AM
Falco falls to the ground unconscious. Fortunately for him the bleeding stops. {Stabilize: 17} If only he had made it to the base of a tree for some cover as he had wanted to at the start of combat.
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Mak (JamesM) (36/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Inspired | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +10/+10/+10(Hasted) To Hit, 1d8+13 Damage ea. Cri d20+10=13 ; d20+10=29 ; d20+10=21 ; 2d8+26=40 ; Tuesday July 9th, 2019 9:14:05 AM
Mak saw Falco drop at the feet of the scythe horn and with only a moments hesitation redirected his shots to one of Falco's attackers as he concentrated on the one Falco had already hit. Mak's first arrow went wide due to his quick movement, but he steadied his aim and let fly. Assisted by the magic of Elyas, Mak let two more arrows fly in rapid succession. Both buried themselves in the creature, one of which nearly passed completely through the beast. Mak took only a moment to see if the attack was successful before his eyes darted about looking for another target.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+11=31 ; 5d6=23 ; Tuesday July 9th, 2019 10:51:58 AM
Elyas watches Falco go down, and sees thet there is nothing between him and 3 massive beasts. he feels panick rising up in him, but sees a path out of the way. he feels an unreasonable surge of confidence after being missed twice and decides to risk moving towards his allies.
he suddenly feels very light on his feet and dodges away from his attacker, then calls forth a brand new spell, seeing the perfect opening for it. a large bolt of lightning lances out from Elyas, passing through all 3 beasts in a line. [ooc: acrobatics to move away from the one I was engaged with. burned a hero point for a +8 bonus, then rolled a natural 20! 31 vs CMD to get away. then a lightning bolt hitting #1, 2, 3. DC 17 reflex save for half damage. full damage = 23 electric damage.]
Kiwina (Steve M) 46/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+8=17 ; d8+3=6 ; d20+8=15 ; d20+8=28 ; d20+8=28 ; d6+2=7 ; d6+2=4 ; d6+2=7 ; d20+8=10 ; Tuesday July 9th, 2019 7:53:50 PM
(Kiwina is using a weapon with 10' reach. If he gets an AoO last round for the one that attacked him after he charged, it hits AC 17 for 6 damage).
Kiwina lashes out with his hooves at the attacking scythehorn, then takes a step back. (Hits AC: 15 and 28 (crit, confirm = 28) for 7 and 11 damage, respectively.)
If one moves on him again, his AoO misses (AC 10).
===== Memorized: * Ranger -- magic fang * Druid -- create water, guidance, resistance; faerie fire, produce flame, (d) obscuring mist Aumakua have no more spells today Storm Burst (Sp): 0/6 used Hasted
Kiwina (Steve M) 46/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+8=13 ; d6+2=3 ; Tuesday July 9th, 2019 7:57:07 PM
Oops. . . Third hoof strike from haste hits AC: 13 for 3 if successful.
Angus (Scott) (30/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Tuesday July 9th, 2019 9:45:52 PM Hope Ah'm doing this the right way
Angus crouches by Falco, takes out one of his potions of light healing, gently opens Falco's beak and administers the healing potion to Falco.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 23/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | Wednesday July 10th, 2019 8:29:00 AM
Falco lays unconscious in a pain induced dream. The changes made to his body by the warper-sar were painful and now he dreams of that transformation over and over again.
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
DM Dan - Horned Devils Part 4 Map d20+6=9 ; d20+6=17 ; d20+6=10 ; d20+11=18 ; d20+11=27 ; d20+11=24 ; d20+11=28 ; 2d6+6=10 ; 2d6+6=16 ; 2d6+6=11 ; 2d6+6=17 ; 2d6+6=13 ; Wednesday July 10th, 2019 2:26:08 PM Tsak Rezar hits the Scythe Horn numbered 2, between his and Rolth’s assault, it’s clearly on it’s last legs... Elyas moves to throw a lightning bolt (I moved you where I feel you could get 4, 5 and 6 in a single bolt if you want, meaning you still hit 3 of them) which kills one of the three remaining in a sort of line. Rolth Niheow unleashes a full attack against the Scythe horns again, finishing off one and severely damaging another. Kiwina attacks one of the Scythehorns attacking Rolth, and kills it, in it’s death throes it manages to strike Rolth Falco Ambersier drops unconscious from the Scythe horn assault. Angus Macgrump administers a potion to Falco Mak lets loose into Scythe Horn 4, making it look very wounded as well.
Scythe Horn 2 and 3 continue to attack Rolth, while Scythe Horn 5 moves over to Elyas, and Scythe Horn 6 Charges at Mak.
This time everyone is hit, Rolth takes a further 21 Damage, Elyas takes 16 and Mak takes 17 damage.
Elyas (Ben A.) (22/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+6=20 ; 4d6+1=13 ; Wednesday July 10th, 2019 3:12:57 PM
Elyas lets out a happy shout when one of the beasts falls to his lightning, but then realizes another one is coming right for him! he is hit and injured, but it looks like the battle is going the Petals' way for the most part. Elyas takes a short step back (N 14) and unleashes another spell, this time fire leaps from his hand and burns the creature
[scorching ray targeting #6. 20 to hit vs touch AC, 13 fire damage]
Mak (JamesM) (19/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Inspired | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +12/+12(Hasted) To Hit, 1d8+13 Damage ea. Cri d20+12=15 ; d20+12=15 ; Wednesday July 10th, 2019 3:19:21 PM
OOC: I think you meant Scythe Horn 5, but no matter...ack!! Also I don't see Scythe Horn 4 on the map, here's to hoping you meant "5".
Mak stepped back 5' (non provoking move action) towards the tree and away from the aggressive beast, but he was determined to bring it down. He drew upon the magic that Elyas imparted upon him and fired twice at the beast while doing his best to avoid it's horns and hooves, but his wounds were too distracting and he missed with both shots.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (5/46 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 20) | Morning Star (2) +12 1d8+10 x3 | Paws (2) +8 1d4+4 x2| Bite +8 1d4+4 x2| Wednesday July 10th, 2019 7:02:10 PM
Even in his rage, Rolth recognizes that another blow like that will kill him for good. He disengages (full round action), moving a little west then north to get behind Kiwina (perhaps somewhere around P9, depending on where Kiwina moves to), drawing a healing potion as he goes. He sings out inspiring insults at the beasts, hoping to bolster his colleagues even as he prepares to heal himself next round.
Effect Tracking: Inspire Courage 4/8 rounds used (active) Rage 4/16 rounds used (active) Spells Slots 0/3 used Hasted
Kiwina (Steve M) 46/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+8=16 ; d20+8=23 ; d8+3=10 ; d8+3=5 ; d20+8=11 ; Wednesday July 10th, 2019 7:53:35 PM
Kiwina moves to Q11/R12 to attack one of the beasts with his longspear (reach weapon), His hasted attacks hit AC 16 and 23 for 10 and 5 points respectively.
If one of the creatures moves such that he gets one, his AoO hits AC 11 (misses). Meanwhile, he can be the barbarian's meat shield for a change.
===== Memorized: * Ranger -- magic fang * Druid -- create water, guidance, resistance; faerie fire, produce flame, (d) obscuring mist Aumakua have no more spells today Storm Burst (Sp): 0/6 used Hasted
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 32/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+9=17 ; d8+1=3 ; Thursday July 11th, 2019 2:51:15 AM
(Attack=17, Dmg=3) Tsak fires his crossbow again at the creature (S6).
============ Hasted: Magic Fang, Longstrider.
Angus (Scott) (30/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None d20+8=26 ; d6=5 ; d20+1=10 ; Thursday July 11th, 2019 8:39:05 AM
Angus shoots at S5
(26 to hit, 5 hp of damage)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 23/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | Thursday July 11th, 2019 8:47:05 AM
Still laying in the dirt in something like a fever dream Falco's mind drifts back further. A halfling man, his father, is yelling at him again. This is almost more painful then the memory of the warper-sar's changes to his body.
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
DM Dan - Horned Devils Part 4 Map d20+11=30 ; d20+11=16 ; d20+11=14 ; 2d6+6=13 ; Thursday July 11th, 2019 5:48:29 PM Tsak Rezar fires his crossbow, but unfortunately misses Elyas tries to avoid the nearby Scythe Horn, but hits it with a scorching ray! Rolth Niheow moves away and prepares to drink a healing potion. Kiwina attacks Scythe Horn 6 twice, and connects once Falco Ambersier stays in his unconscious fever dream Angus Macgrump fires at Scythe Horn 5, and connects! Mak ((Correct! I meant 5, my bad!)) Strikes out twice, and strikes out twice.
The Scythe Horns continue their assault, with S5 moving up to Mak and attacking him, S3 moving to attack Angus (who has finally appeared on the map!) and the final S6 attack Kiwina.
Gadin seems a little afraid, and after his first poor showing hasn’t taken any more shots at the creatures, letting you heroes do the work.
Scythe Horn 3 is the only one to connect with his attack as the other two have their horns deflected by the armour being worn by their targets.
Angus takes 13 points of damage!
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/46 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 20) | Morning Star (2) +12 1d8+10 x3 | Paws (2) +8 1d4+4 x2| Bite +8 1d4+4 x2| 3d8+7=23 ; Thursday July 11th, 2019 6:27:05 PM
Rolth moves further behind Kiwina (Q-R/9-10) and angrily chugs his potion of cure serious wounds, curing 23 hp of damage. He pounds his chest, exclaims, "Smooth!" and starts looking for a way to get back into the battle. "Hang in there, Angus, I'm on my way!" He keeps singing,
"Here I come, to save the day, Semi-healed Rolth, is on the way!"
Effect Tracking: Inspire Courage 5/8 rounds used (active) Rage 5/16 rounds used (active) Spells Slots 0/3 used Hasted
Mak (JamesM) (19/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Inspired | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +12/+12(Hasted) To Hit, 1d8+13 Damage ea. Cri d20+10=13 ; d20+10=26 ; d20+10=12 ; d8+13=19 ; Thursday July 11th, 2019 8:17:43 PM
Mak took another step back and fired one, two, three arrows at the beast. Only the second arrow found its target.
OOC: 5’ Step back towards tree. Mak - Beast, Roll 13, 26, 12. Miss, hit, Miss. Damage 19 hp.
Kiwina (Steve M) 46/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+8=22 ; d20+8=15 ; d20+8=14 ; d6+2=4 ; Thursday July 11th, 2019 8:20:40 PM
Kiwina makes an attack with his hooves (3 tries, 1 hit AC:22, 4 points damage).
===== Memorized: * Ranger -- magic fang * Druid -- create water, guidance, resistance; faerie fire, produce flame, (d) obscuring mist Aumakua have no more spells today Storm Burst (Sp): 0/6 used Hasted
Angus (Scott) (29/41 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None d20+9=13 ; Thursday July 11th, 2019 9:20:38 PM
Angus fires again using point blank shot but misses anyway (13 to hit). He will attempt to get to the side and limit the beast's ability to turn and attack Angus.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 23/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | Friday July 12th, 2019 6:06:02 AM
Merciful blackness.
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Elyas (Ben A.) (22/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Friday July 12th, 2019 12:23:50 PM
Elyas sees members of the party scattered all over and taking damage and decides this is not a great time to be conservative with his spells. he fires off a dazzling burst of color from his hands, then starts making his way towards Falco.
[color spray at S6 angled to only hit the beast. DC 14 will save, then walk to S17]
DM Dan - Horned Devils Part 5 Map d20+4=8 ; d20+11=16 ; d20+11=18 ; Friday July 12th, 2019 7:27:05 PM Tsak Rezar Elyas throws out a Colour Spray and manages to Stun Scythe horn 6! Rolth Niheow drinks a potion and moves to a slightly more defensible position Kiwina strikes out with his hooves to attack Scythe horn 6, injuring it, and making it look worse for wear Falco Ambersier becomes conscious as the potion administered by Angus finally takes effect. Angus Macgrump tries to take a shot, but misses and moves to once side to avoid being attacked, however the beast can turn just as easily as Angus can. Mak steps back, and fires three shots into Scythe horn 5, injuring it further
Scythe horn 3 makes an attack against Angus, and misses… it’s horns sliding off his armour with a screech.
Scythe horn 5 moves towards Mak and again makes an attack, however he deftly avoids it…
Schythe horn 6 is stunned and cannot take actions! Time to press your advantage!
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 32/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+9=21 ; d8+1=5 ; Friday July 12th, 2019 8:23:09 PM
(attack=21, dmg=5) Tsak fires a bolt at the creature nearest Kiwina (S6) and sees it puncture the hide of the beast. Noticing the numbers have reduced he then makes his way down off the branch onto the ground (still at the base of the tree)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/46 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 18) | Morning Star (2) +12 1d8+10 x3 | Paws (2) +8 1d4+4 x2| Bite +8 1d4+4 x2| d20+14=34 ; d20+14=23 ; d8+10=15 ; d8+10=14 ; d20+14=23 ; d20+10=12 ; d20+10=29 ; d20+10=29 ; d20+10=15 ; d20+10=11 ; d8+10=18 ; d4+4=5 ; d4+4=8 ; Friday July 12th, 2019 9:24:49 PM
Rolth Liontaur Charges the scythehorn attacking Angus (S3), arriving in XY/9-10 with a fierce battle song erupting from his leonine throat. (Inspire Courage continues)
Full attack due to liontaur charge: morning star to hit = confirmed critical, damage = 29 morning star to hit=23, damage = 18 paw to hit = 12, damage = paw to hit = 29, damage = 5 bite to hit = 29, damage = 8 Rake to hit = 15, damage = Rake to hit = 11, damage =
Total damage = 60
Effect Tracking: Inspire Courage 6/8 rounds used (active) Rage 6/16 rounds used (active) Spells Slots 0/3 used Hasted
Kiwina (Steve M) 46/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+8=24 ; d20+8=19 ; d6+2=5 ; d6+2=3 ; Friday July 12th, 2019 10:21:45 PM
Kiwina lashes out with a hoof at his stunned opponent. (Hits AC 24, 19 -- 2 hits, for 5 + 3 = 8 damage). He then drops the longspear and uses his move action to draw his shortspear and sword.
===== Memorized: * Ranger -- magic fang * Druid -- create water, guidance, resistance; faerie fire, produce flame, (d) obscuring mist Aumakua have no more spells today Storm Burst (Sp): 0/6 used Hasted
Angus (Scott) (29/41 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None d20+9=14 ; 3d6+2=17 ; Friday July 12th, 2019 10:48:05 PM
Angus takes a 5 foot step to AB11 (which I believe allows him to use his sneak attack on S3 due to flank with Rolth)
(Attack 14, which I think misses, otherwise 17 pts of damage)
Elyas (Ben A.) (22/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+7=24 ; 4d6+1=11 ; Saturday July 13th, 2019 9:40:37 PM
Elyas sees one Scythe Horn is not as injured as the others and is bearing down on Mak. He moves closer and uses the power of his mystical bonded dagger to recast scorching ray at the beast
24 vs touch, 11 fire damage... [not great for 4d6, but damage is damage I guess!]
Mak (JamesM) (19/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Inspired | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +12/+12(Hasted) To Hit, 1d8+13 Damage ea. Cri d20+12=15 ; d20+12=28 ; d8+13=21 ; Sunday July 14th, 2019 6:14:22 PM
Mak stepped back and fired two arrows. The first glanced off a well placed horn, the second scored a solid hit.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 12/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d8+1=9 ; d8+5=6 ; Monday July 15th, 2019 7:08:08 AM
Falco's eyes dart open as the potion slides down his throat. He takes a ragged breath before calling on the warper-sar to further heal his wounds before he stands up.
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / XMagic WeaponX / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
DM Dan - Horned Devils Part 6 Map Monday July 15th, 2019 6:40:21 PM Tsak Rezar fires his crossbow at S6 and finishes it off! Elyas fires a Scorching ray at the final Scythe horn and kills it! Rolth Niheow charges up to, and in a flurry of attacks immediately kills S3 Kiwina his foe defeated, runs over to the final scythe horn and attacks it Falco Ambersier awakens from near death Angus Macgrump misses with his attack! Mak mvoes away and fires two arrows into the final scythe horn just after Elyas scorching ray finishes it off.
You have defeated the Scythe Horns! Gadin speaks up.
“Well done, I knew you would be the right choice to help me! Come on, we have to continue. But keep the pelts and horns, they can be worth a pretty penny if you can trade them since Scythe horn pelts make decent quality leather suitable for wagons and tents and the like.”
He waits for you to skin all the materials and harvest the beasts, and between all of what you recover, you find that the horns are particularly valuable, all in all, pelts and horns you think you have perhaps 1000gp worth of goods here.
You all gain 500 Experience for defeating the Scythe Horns!
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/40 HP) Monday July 15th, 2019 8:34:56 PM
Rolth looks around with fatigued satisfaction as the red ragey glow recedes from his eyes and his song ends with a victorious crescendo. He helps gather the trophies from this worthy prey. He could still use some healing though. "Looks like we still have some injuries, myself included. Falco, is there ought you can do to help so many?" Once the looting and healing are done, he nods to Gadin to indicate that he is ready to proceed.
Effect Tracking: Inspire Courage 6/8 rounds used (inactive) Rage 6/16 rounds used (inactive) Spells Slots 0/3 used Fatigued
Mak (JamesM) (19/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Inspired | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +12/+12(Hasted) To Hit, 1d8+13 Damage ea. Cri Monday July 15th, 2019 9:44:12 PM
Mak backed up and leaned heavily against the tree. “Old beans, that stampede was a might intense.” He said with a sigh as he reached into a pocket and pulled out his flask. Once he had a good swallow, Mak looked at his injuries and started dabbing at them with a bandage.
Kiwina (Steve M) 46/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+6=8 ; Monday July 15th, 2019 11:44:51 PM
Kiwina cleans and tends his wounds, then those of each wounded companion if they want, prior to magical healing.
(Ooc: Without a healer's kit, he is at +6 vs a DC of 20 to treat deadly wounds and restore 1 hp/level. He did not succeed on himself.)
Then he helps prepare the beasts, pausing briefly to see what happened to the badger.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 32/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday July 16th, 2019 2:47:26 AM
Tsak retrieves Esmerelda and his rope from the tree, then assists with skinning the beasts. After washing his hands he grabs some hard tack out of his backpack, breaks off a section and starts to chew.He then consults Gadin Are we there yet? How many hours to go? Based on the answer he will either prepare to march out or start a fire to boil some water for a hot drink.
Angus (Scott) (29/41 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None d20+8=19 ; Tuesday July 16th, 2019 6:22:23 AM
Angus looks around for any other threats, retrieves any arrows that he can find, and looks to help any injure comrades.
(Perception = 19)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 29/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 3/5 | 2d6=9 ; 2d6=8 ; Tuesday July 16th, 2019 8:46:57 AM
Seeing the battle done Falco is relieved. That went very badly for him indeed.
"Petals, move in close so I can close some of our wounds. "
Once everyone that needs is within 30ft Falco calls on the power of the warper-sar. His body briefly shifts and warps as the power flows though him but settles quickly back to its normal form.
[i] {Channel: +9 / +8}
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / XMagic WeaponX / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Mak (JamesM) (19/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Inspired | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +12/+12(Hasted) To Hit, 1d8+13 Damage ea. Cri Tuesday July 16th, 2019 8:51:40 AM
Mak clumsily wrapped his injuries in bandages and then pitched in to help with skinning the animals. It was hard work for him and moving about with his leg made it doubly so, but he worked without complaint. Even though he wasn't the quickest of the bunch, Mak was a steady worker.
After the work was complete Mak sat upon the ground and took an inventory of his weapons. He still felt he had plenty of ammunition for his bow, but decided if he had the opportunity another bundle of arrows wouldn't hurt.
Task's question about the distance to their destination got Mak's attention. He too was interested in how much farther the journey was going to be.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Tuesday July 16th, 2019 9:42:13 AM
Elyas sits down and catches his breath after a tough fight with the herd animals. his shoulder is not moving quite right after being hit by one of the beasts. Ouch, those were tough! is everyone ok?
Elyas helps where he can with skinning the beasts, and thanks Falco for the healing.
That took more of my power than I would have liked. hopefully we don't face anything tougher than these on the rest of our journey. but I am really happy with how some of these new spells I picked up in town worked out!
DM Dan - Horned Devils Part 6 Map Tuesday July 16th, 2019 6:15:48 PM Tsak Rezar sorts out himself and Esmerelda, querying how much further to go. Elyas laments using up a large portion of his power reserve Rolth Niheow helps pack up the trophies you have found and expresses concern for the possible lack of healing for so many. Kiwina attempts to clean and bind the wounds of himself and his companions, and then checks on the friendly badger. Falco Ambersier access his Warper magic to heal those around him Angus Macgrump looks for any other possible threats, but thankfully finds none. Mak takes a few minutes to catch his breath after the fight, and begins dabbing his wounds.
Gadin sighs a sigh of relief.
“We are only a few more hours away, we’ll be there before mid afternoon.”
Kiwina looks for the friendly badger, to find that it has been trampled to death by the scythe horns. A poor kind creature killed by angry animals… you give the poor creature a proper burial.
You all begin to pack up on your journey, continuing on your way, during the time, Gadin looks to be in a rush, but also his face is filled with concern.
“I hope you will be able to help Yesia… she seemed very concerned about these murders… we should press on…”
He again seems unsure of himself, and tries to avoid talking directly to Rolth if he can.
Angus (Scott) (41/41 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Tuesday July 16th, 2019 7:26:50 PM
Angus thanks Falco for the healing. Packs up his gear and is ready to go
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (39/40 HP | AC: 15; Touch: 12; CMD: 21) | Glaive +7 1d10+6 x3 | Paws (2) +5 1d4+2 x2| Tuesday July 16th, 2019 8:50:15 PM
Rolth thanks Falco for the timely healing! He will not try to force his presence on the apparently skittish Gadin. As the party moves out, he will make sure that his Woldian League of Adventurer's badge is prominently displayed, and that his Mark of Domi tattoos are easily visible on his wrists. Hopefully they will help ease the minds of any locals that we encounter, since they seem to mistrust his kind. If our procession reaches the outskirts of the settlement we seek, Rolth will cast Comprehend Languages before we encounter any denizens. I want to make sure I know what is going on around us, and not spook anyone by trying to cast a spell in their view.
Effect Tracking: Inspire Courage 6/8 rounds used (inactive) Rage 6/16 rounds used (inactive) Spells Slots 1/3 used Comprehend Languages 1/20 minutes used
Kiwina (Steve M) 61/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None Tuesday July 16th, 2019 9:37:45 PM
Kiwina falls in with the others, heading where Gadin leads. After those scythehorns, though, he checks out the countryside carefully as they go.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Wednesday July 17th, 2019 4:39:33 AM
Tsak too is grateful for the healing and thanks Falco. He spies the body of the badger and can't help but think the same could easily happen to Esmerelda. He's glad he found the tree for the pair of them. The ranger is keen to move on and find out what is happening where Gadin lives. But he also wants to make sure that Falco and Elyas have rested sufficiently. He keeps a close eye on the pair of them as the Petals make their way thru the afternoon.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 29/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | Wednesday July 17th, 2019 6:42:41 AM
Having finished the night Falco contemplates the nature of the warper-sar and replinishes his energies while the others get ready to move out.
Falco is still not sure about the badger but feels bad that it was killed in the battle.
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Mak (JamesM) (36/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Inspired | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +12/+12(Hasted) To Hit, 1d8+13 Damage ea. Cri Wednesday July 17th, 2019 9:07:17 AM
Mak helped bury the badger as best he could and when the hole was filled he remained on his knees in front of the small plot for a moment.
"You were a good dog. We really appreciated the rabbit. I hope that wherever you find yourself there are no sacks and goblins trying to eat you." Mak sniffed for a moment and then added. "Say hello to Malcolm if you see him."
When Mak stood again it was on uncertain feet as he stumbled a bit before he regained his balance. "Leg's acting up a bit." he explained with a strained whisper as he rubbed dust from his eyes.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Wednesday July 17th, 2019 10:32:47 AM
Elyas falls back into his spot in the marching order, taking care not to get split out wide from the party again in case of another attack. he is tired, but able to push through it.
Let's try to make up some of the time we lost with fighting those beasts. hopefully we are close enough now that we won't run into any more dangers before we can meet with this Yesia.
Mak (JamesM) (36/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Inspired | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +9/+9 To Hit, 1d8+13 Dam. ea. Wednesday July 17th, 2019 5:01:13 PM
Mak nodded his agreement to Elyas suggestion, then reached down to gather his things and looked about to see if anyone else was going to join them.
DM Dan - Horned Devils Part 6 Map Wednesday July 17th, 2019 6:28:12 PM Tsak Rezar is saddened by the death of the badger, but keen to move on. Elyas suggest moving out sooner rather than later. Rolth Niheow gives thanks for the healing, and tries to make himself as non threatening as possible. Kiwina tries to keep a close eye on the countryside. Falco Ambersier replenishes himself Angus Macgrump prepares to get on the move again. Mak thanks the badger for it’s help,
Gadin leads you to the outskirts of a medium settlement. Not large enough to be called a town, but large enough that it clearly has a community. There are lots of taurs moving around, but they tend to fall silent once they see the party, particularly looking over Rolth with careful eyes. You notice that it is mostly made up of Minotaurs, with the odd Liontaur and Centaur, but they are few and far between.
As you get closer to town Gadin speaks up.
“I’m sorry for their reactions… they’re not used to seeing strangers, and would much prefer to have us deal with the issues in house, so to speak… however I don’t feel that we would be able to get to the bottom of this…”
He looks sad, but pointedly seems to be talking to the group, avoiding eye contact with either Kiwnia or Rolth.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (39/40 HP | AC: 15; Touch: 12; CMD: 21) | Glaive +7 1d10+6 x3 | Paws (2) +5 1d4+2 x2| d20+11=12 Wednesday July 17th, 2019 9:12:30 PM
Rolth whispers to Angus, "Hey, you want to ask him where we can find Yesia?" Meanwhile, he will look around for anyone looking at us in a way inconsistent with the general careful look we're getting from most around here. Either friendly or hostile, does anyone stand out?
Perception = 12
Kiwina (Steve M) 61/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+6=15 ; Wednesday July 17th, 2019 10:07:12 PM
Kiwina tries to get a feel for what's going on, with Gadin and the others acting strange (sense motive = 15).
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Thursday July 18th, 2019 4:24:16 AM
Tsak, used to dealing with an inherent level of distrust from others, merely follows Gadin ignoring the stares of the locals.
It occurs to him that the petals could be dealing with another facet of the feuding inter-taur thread that has been entwined within their last few adventures. He keeps his thoughts to himself for now.
Angus (Scott) (41/41 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None d20-1=19 ; Thursday July 18th, 2019 5:29:34 AM
Angus moves beside Gadin as they go along.
Say there friend, we are looking to meet up with an acquaintance of ours, name of Yesia, would you happen to know where we may find him?
(Diplomacy if necessary = 19, yes, a natural 20 -1)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 29/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d20+6=19 ; Thursday July 18th, 2019 7:20:39 AM
Falco get himself to the front of the party as they come in. He does his best to look cheerful, waving or nodding to any that he catches the eyes of. At times he even whistles a bit, all in an attempt to put the towns folk at ease with his companions.
{Diplomacy: 19 - Not sure if I can use diplomacy to make a group relax lol}
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Mak (JamesM) (36/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +9/+9 To Hit, 1d8+13 Dam. ea. Rolls: d20=3 ; d20+4=7 ; d20+4=15 ; Thursday July 18th, 2019 9:32:42 AM
Mak walked along hopelessly ignorant of the tension in the air. He was mindlessly walking along oblivious to his surroundings. He noted the various taurs but gave little thought to whether their number and type was unusual or special in any way. This was taur island, of course there would be taurs, so he gave it little thought.
OOC: Sense Motive +0, Roll 3; Perception +4, Roll 7
He did know that this Yesia person sent Gadin to get them and it had to do with murders of some sort, but unless Mak had misread his companions and they were some kind of investigators he doubted that a group of adventurers could offer much. Maybe she knew who the next target was going to be and they'd be set as guards? He had enough presence of mind though to keep these thoughts to himself.
Oddly enough his thoughts also went back to the war and the carnage, the bodies, and the nobles that rode about on their steeds once it was all done. A handful of them celebrating a victory between hundreds of combatants where less than twenty survived. He could still smell the soft dirt that had been piled upon him in the mass grave, the same smell he experienced with the most recent burial of the badger.
Mak's hand twitched at the memory of being buried alive and his attempt to push the dirt from his body. It was one of the few memories he had of the time immediately after the battle, or perhaps he had formed it from the retelling by his nurses. It was really too hard and painful to remember.
Gadin's words suggested that the locals were insular though Mak hadn't noticed until the minotaur pointed it out. It was about trust, Mak knew, and at present these "people" simply did not trust them. Mak was certain Rolth's bardic ways would win them over. Mak's own performance at the dukes proved he had lost some of the finesse needed to navigate the intrigues of court.
So Mak remained quiet and observed as best he could.
OOC: Perception +4, Roll 15.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Thursday July 18th, 2019 11:13:22 AM
Elyas looks around, concerned about the cold welcome. apparently the cumminity as a whole wasn't wanting outsider help. hopefully they wouldn't cause more trouble than they solved by walking into whatever unknown mess was going on here.
DM Dan -Arriving at Greenfell Thursday July 18th, 2019 7:47:53 PM Tsak Rezar thinks about what it could mean, and whether it is link to previous hostilities. Elyas is concerned the community doesn’t want the Petals here. Rolth Niheow looks around trying to spot anyone who stands out. Kiwina tries to understand what’s going on Falco Ambersier attempts to be diplomatic in his appearance Angus Macgrump tries to speak to one of the members of the village. Mak is flooded with memories, distracting him
Kiwina - Highlight to display spoiler: {They do not trust outsiders at all. They trust non Minotaur Taur even less. Since you are both outsiders, and have non Minotaur Taur amongst you, they are extra wary.}
Gadin sighs. “I suppose we should get you settled down, we should find you some lodgings…”
He pauses and looks at Rolth and Kiwina.
“You may have to find lodging further down there.”
He points down to a smaller part of town, which isn’t QUITE walled off from the main town areas, but is demarcated.
Just as he says this, Angus speaks up to one of the Taur of the village, asking about Yesia, the Taur looks shocked.
“You haven’t heard? Of course you haven’t you’ve only just arrived… Yesia was killed last night…”
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (39/40 HP | AC: 15; Touch: 12; CMD: 21) | Glaive +7 1d10+6 x3 | Paws (2) +5 1d4+2 x2| Thursday July 18th, 2019 9:37:22 PM
Rolth huddles up the Petals, out of the earshot of any locals other than Gadin. "I suggest that we don’t announce our reason for being here yet. We don’t want the murderers to know we are looking for them. We’ll probably have to tell a few people along the way to get their cooperation, but no point tipping our hand too much. Now, shall we go down to the fenced off area and find lodging suitable for us foreigners?"
Kiwina (Steve M) 61/61 HP | AC/T/F/CMD:15/11/13/18 | HeP: 3 | Status: None Thursday July 18th, 2019 10:56:45 PM "The rest of you could probably get nice accomodations, but Rolth and I won't. They still remember the war here. Or the attitudes that fed it."
He continues walking toward the fenced area. "Gadin, will you be joining us for a bit to explain what you want us to do?"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 29/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d20+6=14 ; Friday July 19th, 2019 6:57:15 AM "Of all the stupidity... Well it is what it is I guess." he looks at Gadin "We will all stay together as were a team and you, you who asked for our help, need to stop with the uneasy looks. You wanted help and came to us so you get all of us. Better you help us smooth the way with the others."
{Diplomacy: 14}
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 36/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Friday July 19th, 2019 7:50:55 AM
Tsak's ears prick up at the news that their contact has been killed. And from the look on the Taur's face there may be more to the story. What could happen to a clerk? What did she find out?
He follows the team as they head toward their accommodation. The next few hours could prove interesting.
Mak (JamesM) (36/40 HP| Init +4 | AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +9/+9 To Hit, 1d8+13 Dam. ea. Rolls: d20=5 ; d20+5=23 ; d20+4=14 ; Friday July 19th, 2019 9:36:23 AM
Mak was nervous at the news and was unsuccessful at hiding it. His head darted this way and that as he looked for unseen enemies. His hand instinctively reached for the bow laying across his chest and squeezed the ornate grip until his knuckles turned white. Those able to read him didn't see fear however, what they saw was watchfulness.
OOC: Bluff, Roll 5, Fail. PS: Soldier/Guard +5, Roll 23. Perception +4, Roll 14.
"Be alert, my beans." he said unnecessarily.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Friday July 19th, 2019 10:51:34 AM "OK, well that's going to make things difficult. we don't even know what she needed our help with. Gadin, where do you think we could start investigating this? who is in charge of law enforcement here? if someone has died, surely they will be doing their own investigations?
Angus (Scott) (41/41 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None d20+3=5 ; Friday July 19th, 2019 6:55:04 PM How? What happened? Are you in danger as well? Who else is at risk?
Angus tries to hide his shock of the news, but fails (Bluff =5)
DM Dan - Arriving at Greenfell part 2 Friday July 19th, 2019 7:30:09 PM Tsak Rezar Elyas Rolth Niheow Kiwina Falco Ambersier Angus Macgrump Mak
Tsak Rezar just goes with the flow. Elyas beings asking questions of Gadin. Rolth Niheow thinks the Petals should keep quiet over there reasoning for being here. Kiwina heads off to the Enclave, asking Gadin to brief them. Falco Ambersier insists that the petals stay together as a team. Angus Macgrump Mak looks worried and doesn’t really manage to pass it off, but suggests everyone stay on alert.
Gadin nods.
“Look… go find some lodging, and I’ll go and ask around, see what’s going on and perhaps if I can shed a bit more light on what has happened.”
He points you to an Inn called “The Green Giant” and heads deeper into the town itself.
You enter the tavern, and everyone quickly glances at you, once they see that there are Taur amongst you they go back to what they were doing. The Liontaur barkeep waves you over, with a big smile on his face.
“Newcomers! Welcome to the Green Giant. It’s always good to see new faces here! What can I get for ya?”
Angus (Scott) (41/41 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Friday July 19th, 2019 8:11:06 PM
Angus asks for the house ale.
Angus whispers/talks softly to his comrades nearby Should we have let him (meaning Gadin) go alone?
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