Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (68/89HP | AC: 18; Touch: 12; CMD: 24) | d20+17=36 ; d20+17=25 ; d20+12=20 ; d20+12=24 ; d20+12=15 ; d20+14=22 ; d8+19=27 ; d8+19=27 ; d8+19=26 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; Friday April 8th, 2022 5:45:02 PM
Rolth is keen to put down golem #2 for good, so he bubbles in rage as he five foot steps up to the prone creature, taking advantage of the shark flanking buddy, bless, haste, rage, the golem's prone status and lack of dex, and power attack. It is a fairly 'shockingly' savage display!
+1 morningstar to hit (haste) +17 = 41, damage 1d8+19 = 27-10=17 +1 morningstar to hit +17 = 30, damage 1d8+19 = 27-10=17 +1 morningstar iterative to hit +12 = 25, damage 1d8+19 = 26=10=16 Paw 1 to hit +14 = 31, damage 1d4+6 = 0 +1d6 electricity = 1 Paw 2 to hit +14 = 22, damage 1d4+6 = 0 +1d6 electricity = 1 Bite to hit +14 = 27, damage 1d4+6 = 0 +1d6 electricity = 1
Total = 50hp of weapon damage and 3 hp of electrical damage, after accounting for DR
Effect Tracking: Freedom of Movement (from Falco) Water Breathing (from Falco) Bless (from Falco) Haste (from Elyas) Comprehend Languages (40 min) Low Light Vision (Darkvision when raging) Bardic Performance 0/12 rounds used (inactive) Rage 1/24 rounds used (active) Channel Energy 0/5 used Calming Touch 0/5 used
Spell Slots: Stabilize 0/1 used Light 0/1 used True Strike 0/1 used Detect Poison 0/1 used Bless 0/1 used Magic Missile 0/1 used Lesser Restoration 0/1 used Shield Other 0/1 used 1st level 1/4 used 2nd level 0/2 used
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 64/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Freedom of movement d20+15=28 ; d20+10=30 ; d20+10=14 ; 2d4+4=10 ; 2d4+4=10 ; 2d4+4=10 ; Saturday April 9th, 2022 12:02:11 AM
(Attack1=28, Dmg=10; Attack2=30, Dmg=10; Attack3=14, Dmg=10)
Keeping an eye on the rope attaching him to a very eager and stabby Mak, Tsak continues to hack away at the downed monster (CG2) with very little success.
At least he's getting used to his new sword and armour.
Do you reckon we can tie this thing up before it comes to? he asks no-one in particular.
Son Imod Hugh C 77/77 | AC : 21; Touch 19; Flat 18 CMD 30 d20+10=29 ; d20+10=27 ; d20+5=15 ; d20+9=11 ; 3d6+4=17 ; 3d6+4=10 ; Monday April 11th, 2022 1:05:08 AM
Son Imod and Shark continue their routine of flurry and bite. Son Imod manages to hit twice this time though only one of his attacks strike hard enough to overcome the construct's nature.
Son Imod:
29 vs AC: 17 magical bludgeoning damage - reduces to 7 due to DR
27 vs AC: 10 magical bludgeoning damage - negated by DR
15 vs AC : miss
Shark:
11 vs AC : miss
Tonic of Cure Serious Wounds (CL7) - in lifewood flask Tonic of Cure Serious Wounds (CL7)- in lifewood flask Tonic of Cure Serious Wounds (CL7)- in lifewood flask Tonic of Cure Serious Wounds (CL7)- in lifewood flask Tonic of Cure Serious Wounds (CL8) - in lifewood flask Tonic of Cure Serious Wounds (CL8) - in lifewood flask
Active Effects: Freedom of Movement - 80 min Water breathing - 16 hours Shillelagh - 8 minutes
Spells Prepared: 0th: Guidance, Virtue, Light, create water 1st: Shillelagh, Shillelagh - cast, Cure Light Wounds,cure light wounds, magic fang, longstrider + Entangle(domain) 2nd: Bull’s Strength, Owl's Wisdom, Resist Energy, Bear’s Endurance + Barkskin (domain) 3rd: Water Breathing, Water Breathing, Water Breathing - cast, Water Breathing -cast + plant growth (domain) 4th:Freedom of Movement, Freedom of Movement-cast, Freedom of Movement - cast + command plant (domain)
Shark - Stats include +4 Str and Con from Augment Summons N Large animal (aquatic)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 5/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 d20+10=30 ; Monday April 11th, 2022 9:57:05 AM
Falco sees that the fight is going the way of the Petals but that the first golem is regenerating.
"What is going to be the way to stop them from getting up? Probably not fire like a troll. Acid, seems hard under water."
{Knowledge Arcana: 30 - take a stab at working out the regneration}
____________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Freedom Of Movement (0/2) / Restoration 3rd - Water Breathing (3/4) / Cure Serious (D) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (2/2) / Resist Energy (2/2) / Cure Moderate (D) 1st- XBlessX / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith {2/2} C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
DM Jeremy Battle Map d100=34 ; Monday April 11th, 2022 10:49:23 AM
Kiwina goes full round attack on CG 1 but only seems to graze the construct.
Mak's adamantine rapier seems to be the most effective weapon on the battle field, so he heads over to CG 1, hoping someone finishes off CG 2.
Wil sends his muddy friend over to try to entrap CG 1, but the elemental misses it's target. his spiritual weapon also misses. He swims over to Mak and gives him some healing while asking if they should tie up CG 2.
Rolth decide to finish of CG 2, and after his first attack, the golem crumbles into a pile of corral pieces.
Son Imod is ready to flurry CG 2, but it's nothing but a pile of corral bits.
Falco believes that these creatures have fast healing, and not regeneration. When he sees CG 2 crumble apart, his suspicions are confirmed.
As CG 2 collapses into a pile of corral, the front door of the Corral Tower opens, and a merman pokes his head out. he see's CG 1 about to attack Mak, and orders the construct to stand down. the golem immediately stops what it's doing and returns to it place by the door, where it reverts to statue mode.
The merman looks at the pile of corral that was once CG 2 and grumbles under his breath, "Great now I have to rebuild him!" Turning towards the Petals, he frowns and demands, in a very sharp tone, "Who are you and what do you want!"
Mak(JamesM)(66/72)HP|AC:35(AO)/31/23T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/17(H)|(FA,WN,BS,FD,H,Fk,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15) Monday April 11th, 2022 10:58:12 AM
Mak brushed at a cut on his arm and snapped. ”Just a few people that were almost killed for knocking on your door. I should cut this one to bits too so you don’t harm innocents for a while.”
OOC: To Mak fast healing would be indistinguishable to regeneration.
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste Monday April 11th, 2022 11:22:58 AM
Elyas stands down, calling his elemental back when the second statue goes inert.
"sorry, we didn't see an easier way to announce ourselves than to approach the door and knock. he statues attacked us before we could speak to anyone...
Other than that Elyas will let the more gracious members of the party speak about why we have come. best not make a worse impression than we already have...
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d6+3=6 ; d6+3=5 ; d6+3=8 ; Monday April 11th, 2022 3:10:39 PM
Wil is disappointed that the other construct withdrew and felt his Mud elemental felt the same. He watched the door open ready for more but saw it it was just an angry merman.. "Oh.. my," he said suddenly. "I fought some mermen in Dirt City, out to do some rebelling or something, I don't remember. I hope he doesn't hold grudges for the entire race." Wil then made some overly dramatic hand gestures and cast Positive Energy over everyone nearby Wil reluctantly withdrew the elemental, which he now called Buddy.
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Bless Water, Magic Weapon,Sanctuary - used, - D: True Strike-used Lv2: Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Consecrate)D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure moderate Wounds Lv3: Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Water Breathing, - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite: (Sacrificed to Ffloy), Coalescence Feat (Summon Monster IV)-used - Round 3 - D: Confusion Channel 3d6 + 3 for (19hp)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (87/89HP | AC: 18; Touch: 12; CMD: 24) | d20+21=32 ; Monday April 11th, 2022 6:21:35 PM
Rolth sighs inwardly as Mak and Wil step into the verbal breach and tumble into a social pit of their own making. Putting a brave face on it, he speaks out politely but confidently as he shows the pearl-encrusted gold medallion that Ardian gave to us, "We have come in peace to treat with you on behalf of all the inhabitants in and on these seas. We have this medallion as an introduction, if you please. We are sorry to have been forced to destroy your coral golem, which was quite cleverly crafted. Yet we were forced to defend ourselves, and our cause is just and of great import. Would you grant us an audience, that we might discuss your aid in our quest to protect these seas from a great evil? For your power and wisdom are well known in equal measure, and we expect cooperation would be mutually beneficial."
(Diplomacy = 32)
Kiwina (Steve M) 92/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+6=11 ; Monday April 11th, 2022 7:44:52 PM
Kiwina swims down to join the others, his weapons reverting to their rod form. "As my companion here says, we were advised to seek you out by Ardian, and would not have found you without his help. It concerns a threat to you as well as to us, if the information he told us is correct."
Kiwina tries to aid Rolth (diplomacy = 11).
Son Imod Hugh C 77/77 | AC : 21; Touch 19; Flat 18 CMD 30 d20+22=36 ; d20+6=20 ; Monday April 11th, 2022 8:35:23 PM
Perception: 36 Sense Motive: 20
Son Imod waits and watches the person who emerged from the tower. He isn't really an orator but he is perceptive and has a hig wisdom. Best to play to one's strengths. Let the people who have the gift of gab do the talking.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 64/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Freedom of movement Tuesday April 12th, 2022 5:17:25 AM
'my boys, they've come so far' Tsak thinks to himself as he watches Rolth and Kiwina practicing diplomacy. He remembers the first few times the petals went that route, and the blood and mayhem that ensued. He makes his way over to stand on the other side of Mak and listens and waits to see where the conversation will go next.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 5/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 4d6=14 ; Tuesday April 12th, 2022 9:38:04 AM
As the Petals talk Falco gathers them each close enough to enjoy some more healing. As he does so he removes the cold iron spear form his quiver.
{Channel: 14} ____________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Freedom Of Movement (0/2) / Restoration 3rd - Water Breathing (3/4) / Cure Serious (D) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (2/2) / Resist Energy (2/2) / Cure Moderate (D) 1st- XBlessX / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith {2/2} C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
DM Jeremy Battle Map Tuesday April 12th, 2022 11:40:24 AM
Mak answers the merman in a rather abrupt manner, even threatening to finish off the other golem. "I wouldn't recommend that.", is all the merman says nonchalantly.
Elyas apologizes for destroying the golem, as he calls off his elemental. The merman puts up his hand, to stop the mage, and lets out an exasperated sigh.
Wil's disappointed they don't get to finish off the second golem, and hopes all merfolk don't hold grudges, as he has had dealings with their kind in the past. He withdrawals his mud elemental and names him Buddy, as he channels energy. The merman doesn't seem to be affected by Wil's rambling.
Rolth sighs over Mak and Wil's outbursts, but presents the medallion from Ardian, and gives a fine appeal to the greater good, and mutual benefit of all parties involved. He also apologizes for the destruction of the golem.
Kiwina reverts his weapons back to a rod, than adds to Rolth's words.
Son Imod tries to get a feel for the going ons.
Tsak reminisces over times in the beginning when Rolth and Kiwina attempted and failed to use diplomacy, feeling they have really grown. He moves to stand next to Mak, and watches to see how things will play out.
"You are all very rude." The merfolk begins as he scans the Petals, "And some more than others!". His eyes lock on Mak as he says the last bit. Releasing his locked gaze on Mak, the merman goes back to scanning the group as he says, "I say you are rude because you haven't answered my questions, I asked who you are and what do you want. Two very simple questions but you only hint about the second question, and fail altogether to answer the first! Well, rude ones, you might as well come inside, and maybe you will find your manners over tea. Oh and make yourselves useful and bring those corral bits inside with you. I'm going to have to rebuild him later, and it's the least you can do since you destroyed him. Don't think I didn't see your coup de grace!" With that, the merman turns and swims back inside the corral tower.
Son Imod can tell that under his gruff and crass exterior, the merman does seem interested in hearing the Petal's out.
Do our intrepid heroes follow he merman inside, and if so, do they bring the broken golem pieces with them? Tune in next time to find out. Same bat time, same bat channel.
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste Tuesday April 12th, 2022 12:31:27 PM
Elyas is not the strongest, but he picks up soe smaller pieces of the broken construct. he directs his elemental to do the same and heads towards the doorway. After seeing that the group hasn't made the best impression he keeps his mouth shut. He examines the pieces of the golem with interest, though, and would definitely be interested in helping with the rebuilding if the request was made...
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (87/89HP | AC: 18; Touch: 12; CMD: 24) | d20+16=22 ; d20+19=31 ; Tuesday April 12th, 2022 5:04:32 PM "Ah, tea, how civilized. We gratefully accept, and will endeavor to be less rude, although as you perceive, that will be more a challenge for some of us than others." Rolth gives Mak the stinkeye as Rolth picks up a fair bit of coral rubble and follows the merman inside. "As to your first question, we are an adventuring company known as the Eight Petaled Rose. You may have heard of us as the champions of the recent Taurnament of Roses. I am Rolth Niheow, originally from Liontaur Isle, but more lately dedicated to the work of Domi across and around the isles. As far as what we want, well, that is a more complicated tale that will no doubt be better elaborated as we share some tea. But most to the point, we need our ship enchanted to carry us and our crew safely beneath the waves and return the surface, in a quest for a sundered artifact that will help us defeat the evil that I described. Is that within the realm of the possible for someone as learned as yourself?"
As we walk and talk, Rolth will examine our host and his domicile for signs of the Deep, such as amulets, tentacled art or minions, and the like.
Perception = 22 Sense Motive = 31
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 64/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Freedom of movement Tuesday April 12th, 2022 5:39:05 PM
Tsak gives Mak a little pat on the shoulder Relax Max, nothing fishy here Then he joins in to gather a few broken pieces of abomination and take them inside to the spooky underwater lair.
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:35(AO)/31/23T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/17(H)|(FA,WN,BS,FD,H,Fk,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15) Tuesday April 12th, 2022 5:42:46 PM ”I was the smooth talking one back in my unit.” Mak confided to Tsak quietly. ”Those two are something else.” Mak said irritably. ”When did I become the grumpy old grizzled warrrior? Maybe I need a drink to loosen up, ya think?”
Mak wasn’t saying another word, but was pleased his inadvertent departure from the combat with the fallen golem would at least make him less a nuisance. Aside from his mouth of course.
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d20+12=16 ; Tuesday April 12th, 2022 6:27:33 PM
"Ha!" Wil laughs loudly at Tsak's offhanded reference to fish then cuts it short hoping it didn't sound obnoxious. He tries to gather what he can from what's left of the corral monster and heads inside with the others. "Do you have any sugar for your tea?" He says directing it at the merman, "Maybe a crumpet or two?" He then stopped," what's a crumpet anyways. "I always just say what comes to mind without thinking." He also tries to find anything that may be helpful (Perception: 16)
Kiwina (Steve M) 92/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+21=36 ; Tuesday April 12th, 2022 10:32:29 PM
Kiwina helps the others gather remnants of the golem and heads inside.
"In the event you have not heard of us," and Kiwina is not sure why a merman -- or anyone away from the Taur Isles -- would have, "we come from the Taur Isles. Of late, we have had several encounters that Ardian took some interest in. He contacted us, and when we came to see what we could learn from him he sent us here." Kiwina still does not mention the Deep, until they have a better sense of who they are dealing with. The merman has not even confirmed that he is Jennis.
He, too, looks around interestedly. (Perception = 36, actually 37 with the luckstone)
Son Imod Hugh C 77/77 | AC : 21; Touch 19; Flat 18 CMD 30 Tuesday April 12th, 2022 11:47:35 PM
Son Imod dismisses the shark.
Son Imod says, "He wants to hear us out, despite his gruff way of seeming. I think maybe we should endeavor to be more polite as we grab tea."
The minotaur starts collecting pieces of the statue.
He can carry up to 116 cumulutive pounds before his monk abilities are impacted or up to 350 pounds if he wants to throw caution to the wind.
He can push or drag up to 1750 pounds if there are any particularly large pieces that look pushable or dragable.
Tonic of Cure Serious Wounds (CL7) - in lifewood flask Tonic of Cure Serious Wounds (CL7)- in lifewood flask Tonic of Cure Serious Wounds (CL7)- in lifewood flask Tonic of Cure Serious Wounds (CL7)- in lifewood flask Tonic of Cure Serious Wounds (CL8) - in lifewood flask Tonic of Cure Serious Wounds (CL8) - in lifewood flask
Active Effects: Freedom of Movement - 80 min Water breathing - 16 hours Shillelagh - 8 minutes
Spells Prepared: 0th: Guidance, Virtue, Light, create water 1st: Shillelagh, Shillelagh - cast, Cure Light Wounds,cure light wounds, magic fang, longstrider + Entangle(domain) 2nd: Bull’s Strength, Owl's Wisdom, Resist Energy, Bear’s Endurance + Barkskin (domain) 3rd: Water Breathing, Water Breathing, Water Breathing - cast, Water Breathing -cast + plant growth (domain) 4th:Freedom of Movement, Freedom of Movement-cast, Freedom of Movement - cast + command plant (domain)
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:35(AO)/31/23T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/17(H)|(FA,WN,BS,FD,H,Fk,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15) Wednesday April 13th, 2022 9:41:37 AM
Mak wondered how tea would taste with all this salt water around them. How would you even boil water? He resolved to wait and see what the inside of this place might look like. I’m the meanwhile he struggled to move about once the haste spell elapsed.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 4/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 Wednesday April 13th, 2022 10:08:31 AM
Like Mak, Falco is fascinated to see how this tea will be presented. Maybe he makes it on some sort of bulb to keep the salt water out. Distractedly he picks up a couple pieces of the coal and puts all but one where directed. The final he runs his hands over as he look at it closely. After all, he already knows who they are so why listen too close. ____________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Freedom Of Movement (0/2) / Restoration 3rd - Water Breathing (3/4) / Cure Serious (D) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (2/2) / Resist Energy (2/2) / Cure Moderate (D) 1st- XBlessX / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith {2/2} C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
DM Jeremy Battle Map Wednesday April 13th, 2022 12:11:41 PM For the record, you DM is an idiot. this whole time I've been writing corral instead of coral, Can you imagine the size of a golem made out of a corral, and what would it's attack be, chuck a steer at the enemy? Maybe we should call that last fight the shoot-out at the OK coral. LOL
Elyas picks up what pieces he can, and his elemental picks up some more. He realizes that they Petals didn't make the best 1st impression, so he keeps his mouth shut. He is curious about the golem, and wouldn't mind being asked to help rebuild it.
Rolth makes formal introductions and considers the idea of tea most delightful. He gives a brief idea as to their reason for coming, but says that a proper explanation would require time, and would best discussed over tea, though he does ask if the ship can be enchanted. He carries what pieces, of coral he can. He keeps his eyes peeled for any signs of the deep.
Tsak assures Mak that things are fine, and than picks up what coral he can.
Mak tells Tsak that he used to be a smooth talker, and asks when he became such a grizzled old warrior. He is slightly irritated at how well Rolth and Kiwina use diplomacy
Wil laughs at Tsak's fish comment, and picks up some coral pieces. He asks if their is any sugar and crumpets to go with the tea, and then asks what a crumpet is. The merman simply rolls his eyes and says, You can have sugar if you want it, you can have honey if you want it, heck you can add milk if you want, but I have no idea what a crumpet is."
KIwina picks up some coral and than adds to Rolth's introduction. He makes a mental note that this merman hasn't introduced himself.
Son Imod lets his friends know that the merman is interested in what they have to say, as he hauls as much coral as he can.
Mak wonders how tea will taste at the bottom of the ocean, and how it would even be prepared. He resolves to wait and see.
Falco also wonders how the tea will be made and presented, he helps carry coral, and examines a piece as his friends make introductions. it looks just like a piece of coral. if he were to cast detect magic on it, it would radiate a lingering aura, but that is to be expected, considering it was part of a golem.
As they walk into the Coral Tower, the merman says, [/b]"SInce you were sent by Ardian than I suppose you are looking for Jennis. Todays your lucky day for I am Jennis. Oh, you can place the coral right their, and I will need that piece bird man, but feel free to examine it."[/b]
You instant realize that Jennis didn't need you to carry the coral, since their is a sizable pile outside still, and he just had you place in a corner just inside the tower. You notice the other golem coming back to life and watch it begin gathering the pieces. You surmise that Jennis is testing you, and based a slight but noticeable attitude change, you believe you passed.
The interior of the tower is nothing like the exterior. While the exterior is a featureless clump of coral, resembling more of a reef than a tower, the interior is immaculate, resembling the interior of a palace. You also notice that the internal dimensions seem somehow larger, and quite a bit so, than the exterior. Jennis leads you through his amazing underwater home and ushers you into what is obviously a library. Of course all the books are waterproof. Jennis waves his hand and mumbles some words, and chairs of various sizes walk into the room. and for our four legged members plush pillows roll in all by themselves. Jennis snaps his fingers, and all the water in the room is instantly replaced by air, and everything, including the Petals is somehow perfectly dry. He takes a seat, and asks the Petals to do likewise, then he waves his hands again and mumbles some different words, and a teapot and cups of differing sizes appear on a small table in the center of the room. their is also a bowl filled with sugar cubes, a honey pot, and a pitcher filled with milk. even though the teapot is rather small, not holding more than 4 or 5 cups. it begins pouring steaming hot tea into the cups, and it fills them all, including one minotaur sized cup. Jennis asks each of you how you like your tea, and if you request anything put in, the sugar tongs, honey spoon, or milk pitcher dispense themselves into your cup in your exact preferred proportions, and then the cup flies across the room, only to rest in front of you waiting for you to pick it up.
"Would anyone like some cookies, or maybe some toast and jam?" If anyone makes a request, it will appear on an appropriately sized plate in front of them. The plate will continue to hover in thin air so you can dine at your leisure.
"Now that everyone has their tea and maybe a bit of nosh, tell me the whole story, and what exactly you want from me."
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste d20+17=26 ; Wednesday April 13th, 2022 12:24:27 PM
Elyas is very impressed by the various spells so casually performed by their host. he watches with interest curious what kind of maic is being used Spellcraft = 26
thank you for the tea, i is wonderful. Toast and jam would be perfect, thank you kindly.
When the question of the full story comes up, Elyas pulls out one of the inert versions of the tentacle amulet to show Jennis, but he will let rolth tell the story to avoid overlapping bits of information.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | Wednesday April 13th, 2022 4:32:16 PM "Ah, the whole story, I will do my best, and ask my companions to fill in anything that I have missed. In our adventures across the Taur Isles, we have run into signs and minions of an evil power known as the Deep. The Deep is some sort of malevolent power that seems to be making a play for domination in the region. It's minions distribute magical amulets that warp the minds of their wearers, turning them into mindless, aggressive pawns. We met a chuul that used a piece of the Deep, part of a tentacle, to cursedly warp the flesh of those in its thrall, making them tentacled monstrosities. The chuul was accompanied by frog-like Deep Ones. The chuul promised us power if we joined it, and madness, despair and death if we resisted. Earlier, we encountered and defeated a sort of reverse Cecaelia named Aaroth, who told tales of a coming doom that was beyond our understanding. And on our sailing journeys, we passed a great rock formation that looked tentacled as well."
"Ardian has also been investigating the Deep, and sent a messenger asking us to come visit him and share what we had learned. In our discussions, he revealed this is a very old creature of some sort, an evil thing bent on destruction. So far, it has only been able to indirectly affect nearby evil creatures, but this is not the creature’s first attempt. Long ago the creature had a gateway from another place into the Wold. Nearby underwater races were subjugated, and fell thrall to this thing. Eventually, heroes rose up from these aquatic folk. They fought the creature back. They were not strong enough to destroy it, so they sealed it with a Teucri artifact. They broke the artifact into several items, and hid them.”
"Now, the seals on this prison have begun to fail, and the power of the entity known as the Deep has begun to push back through. Ardian has asked us to find the pieces of the Teucri artifact so that the Deep can be defeated once and for all. Apparently, the pieces are hidden underwater, so Ardian suggested that we come see you in order to have our ship enchanted and allow it to carry us safely in this underwater quest. So, that is our story and what we would like from you. Knowing this, will you help us?"
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Wednesday April 13th, 2022 5:36:42 PM
"Wow," Wil is amazed by the magic in this underground palace. He is so amazed that he forgets for a moment that the voices in his head had stopped talking over his own thoughts. "Peace is nice," he mumbled. "Sir, can I please have some sugar and those lovely cookies? He then sits quietly enjoying the gentle pulsing of a quiet head.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 64/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Freedom of movement Wednesday April 13th, 2022 5:51:17 PM
Well, well, well thinks Tsak as he takes a sip of his tea, black, no sugar thank you. He cheekily asks for chocolate and macadamia nut cookies and nibbles one when they appear. The whole set-up is as delicious as it is incongruous in this odd-sized tower under the sea.
Did you want a blankie for your poor old knees? he politely enquires of Mak, making sure he is well out of range of any backhand that may come his way.
Rolth, as usual, summarises the situation very well and Tsak, as usual, sits back to see what will happen next.
Kiwina (Steve M) 92/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+12=24 ; Wednesday April 13th, 2022 7:53:49 PM
Kiwina thinks Rolth has summarized things well. He watches Jennis for any reaction. He expects that if the Deep has threatened the underwater peoples of the area before, such a learned person will have heard of it.
(Sense motive = 24)
He adds a request for Mak to get a slice of birthday cake from the magical chef.
Son Imod Hugh C 77/77 | AC : 21; Touch 19; Flat 18 CMD 30 Thursday April 14th, 2022 12:30:31 AM
Son Imod says, "I'll take some cookies if you don't mind, thank you."
Son Imod then waits for Rolth to finish his story and adds, "There is some other parts unrelated to the Deep on the surface having to do with being on a quest on behalf of Imod to unite the fractured Taur races however, we've been lead to believe by Ardian that the Deep is a threat to the re-unification that Imod wills. Therefore as one who has sworn to work towards Imod's goal I am here with the rest of the Petals seeking your aid."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 4/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 Thursday April 14th, 2022 9:59:00 AM
Falco give the coral one more look, disappointed there is not something more too it. "Black tea for me and I would love some toast and jam. Few things are as nice as jam."
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DM Jeremy Battle Map Thursday April 14th, 2022 12:35:17 PM
Elyas is impressed by Jennis's magic. He determines that the walking chairs and rolling pillows were a modified animate object spell, however other than it being conjuration, the tea and food appearing and serving itself, is something new to him, and as far as the water, in the room, being replaced with dry air, he's pretty sure that is somehow related to the magic of the tower itself, however, it is something new to him, much like the impossibility of the inside of the tower being larger than the outside. He retrieves the defunct medallion to show Jennis.
Rolth does a fine job of relating what they know, and what their mission is, as well as their purpose for this visit.
Wil is amazed by the magic of the tower, and finds he has a momentary break from the chaos in his head.
Tsak enjoys the hospitality of the tower, as he pokes fun at Mak. He believes Rolth has done a fine job of relating their mission, as usual.
Kiwina feels Rolth summed things up nicely, and watches Jennis for any signs.
Son Imod adds that the deep threatens unity among the taur races.
Falco is a little disappointed that their isn't more to the coral piece, but enjoys the hospitality.
Kiwina notices very slight facial changes, as Rolth relates their tale. He notices an ever so slight sense of pride when Rolth talks about the past, and how the merfolk defeated and locked up the Deep. He also notices a sense of urgency and perhaps hint of fear, when Rolth mentions the fact that the Deep's prison is failing. Of course these facial tells would be unnoticeable for anyone not looking for them, and skilled at spotting them.
When Rolth is done telling his tale, Jennis sets down his tea cup, and in a very controlled and proper fashion says, "I, of course am familiar with the history of my people, and their dealings with the Deep. It is grave news indeed to learn that the prison is failing, and I of course will do what I can to help you on your quest. I confess I'm not sure what you eight can do, but if you wish to rectify this situation, or die in the attempt, than you will have your submersible ship. Many a sailor has come and asked me to enchant their ship, offering me great wealth, but as you can see I have little need for more wealth, and so I've never offered my skills to any before. I do, however, desire to see the Wold protected, and the work of my ancestors preserved, and so once our tea time is completed we will ascend to the surface and your ship. please enjoy your tea, and if you wish for any other treat or more tea simply speak it, and it will appear. I however need to gather a few things, things I'll need to enchant your ship, and with that, Jennis stands up and leaves the room.
Kiwina (Steve M) 92/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Thursday April 14th, 2022 6:22:13 PM
Kiwina has questions for Jennis -- quite possibly to no one's surprise. . .
"Before you do anything to our home -- which is what the Rose is -- and the home of our crew, we need to know what the results will be. Would be be better off finding another ship to bewitch, so that we may continue to use ours to sail the ocean? Is what you plan permanent -- and if not, how do we know it will wear off at a time that suits the mission? We should consult the crew, to be sure they do not object to the notion of sailing under the water, if that is really what you propose we do. I do not want anyone to lose their nerve who wasn't warned of what awaited them and had a chance to consider it."
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Thursday April 14th, 2022 8:43:38 PM
"Oh! You know what," Wil said with excitement. "There was this biscuit in the Floating City, made by a fellow cleric of Wardd. He called it Wardd's lucky biscuits. 50-50 chance it tastes awesome or worse. Maybe they can whip one one of those. Not sure how he even made it." "Regarding the ship, I have a sinking feeling it will be ok," he adds with a smile.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 64/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Freedom of movement Thursday April 14th, 2022 9:11:25 PM
Ahh diplomacy, we still have to do the hard work but we get to play with cool toys whilst we do it, says Tsak inside the confines of his head.
Outwardly, he tips his head to Mak This is going to be an interesting one, old bean.
Mak!! Damien subbing for James Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 64/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Freedom of movem Thursday April 14th, 2022 9:17:17 PM
Mak isn't surprised when Kiwina comes up with a lot of questions regarding the detail of how everything is going to work. Guy sure knows how to take the fun out of an adventure. He manages to not do the eye-roll thing, just.
To TsakWait, what about my tan, i've been working on that for weeks then he casually nicks one of Tsak's bikkies from under his nose for his impertinance.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | Thursday April 14th, 2022 9:25:50 PM
Rolth thanks Jennis for his offer to assist our quest, and is content to sip his tea and wait upon Jennis' return, quite pleased that the fellow has agreed to assist our quest so readily. He finds the querulous reaction of some of the Petals to be lacking a certain sense of adventure. After all, Jennis has offered to do just what we asked. With a sidelong glance at Kiwina, he says, "I do have a few useful questions to ask. Firstly, Jennis, do you know more about this key, with its five items broken apart and hidden away? Ardian has not yet revealed what he knows to us, and I would like more insight into the goal of our quest, that we might have a better chance of success."
Son Imod Hugh C 77/77 | AC : 21; Touch 19; Flat 18 CMD 30 Friday April 15th, 2022 3:31:42 AM
Son Imod sips his tea and munches his cookies deep in thought.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 4/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 Friday April 15th, 2022 9:34:46 AM
Falco is quite surprised to find that the golems may have in fact been the only confrontation on this part of the journey, suspired and relived. The others ask questions but he really cannot be bothered, the whole thing just sounds like a fun adventure to him. Instead he simply pokes around the room while the others talk.
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DM Jeremy Battle Map Friday April 15th, 2022 10:01:40 AM
Kiwina wants to know what will be done to their ship, and how it will affect them and their crew.
Wil requests an odd biscuit, and receives it. Roll a d100 1-50 tastes like a raspberry scone 51-100 tastes like cough medicine. He cracks a joke, but believes things will be OK.
Tsak thinks this diplomacy thing can be intresting, and mentions to mak that things are getting real.
Mak isn't surprised over Kiwina's game of 20 questions, though he finds it a bit boring, or is that predictable? He cracks a joke with Tsak.
Rolth finds Kiwina's questions less than adventerus, but thanks Jennis for his offer of help. He does ask a few questions revolving around the keys, or anything else that may help with their quest.
Son Imod is deep in thought.
Falco is surprised that the golems is the only confrontation here. he allows the others to ask their questions, as he finds the whole thing adventurous.
Jennis stops in the doorway as Kiwina asks his questions. It is obvious he isn't used to being questioned, as he turns to face Kiwina. He lets out a exasperated sigh before he answers any questions, than says. "First you ask me to enchant your ship, and then you ask me how it will be done, and question my skill in the endeavor. Do you have seaweed for brains?!"
Jennis takes a deep breath and regains his composer then says, "The magic is simple and permanent, unless dispelled, of course. I have no control over some enemy, you may make, someday down the line, somehow overcoming my magic, but they will either have to be extremely powerful or extremely lucky. (He's a level 20 caster) I will install a magical lever next to the helm wheel, of your ship. When you push it forward, you decent, and when you pull back, you ascend. Since you are all air breathers, I will make it so your ship is encased in a bubble of air when you descend, allowing you to breath and act normally.This air pocket will extend to the crows nest of your ship, but it will only be the width and length of your ship. Obviously there is a slight learning curve to master the use and navigation of the oceanic currents, As you will be using them instead of wind for propulsion, but that is something you will have to figure out for yourselves. Do you have anymore questions, or are you done wasting my time?
Turning to Rolth he says, "Your questions I understand, but I don't have much if anything to tell. I know of the stories, and believe them to be true, but to most of my people the Deep is a legend, a story to tell our fry to encourage good behavior. "You better behave or the Deep will get you!" that sort of thing. I never studied the subject so I can't really offer any help, though I can tell you this, Ardian, for as long as I've known him, has been border line obsessed with the subject, especially in recent years. He's convinced that the Deep is going to escape, but of course no one seems to believe him, well no one who actually may have heard of the Deep anyway. I even doubted him until you showed me the amulet, and shared your tale.
Now do you have anymore questions or concerns, or am I free to retrieve the needed components?"
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d100=55 ; Friday April 15th, 2022 2:24:20 PM
Wil is pleasantly surprised the treat appears and makes it known he is thrilled. He bites into the biscuit with no pause and immediately coughs it out forgetting that they can potentially taste bad. "Ha!!. So great. I forgot. You guys should try these. Wardd is great.. isn't he? I will have to offer him an extra prayer tomorrow morning." "I think luck is on our side, adventure-wise." he adds and bits into the biscuit again.
Kiwina (Steve M) 92/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Friday April 15th, 2022 4:38:15 PM
Jennis can assume some nonexistent insult if he wants, but the sudden indifference of Kiwina's friend to the ship and crew stings. "Unless Domi's idea of bravery is jumping off a cliff without knowing what's below, I believe you owe me an apology, Rolth. Especially when you may be able to climb down." Kiwina makes a mental note that they will explain the effects to the crew and let them depart if they choose.
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste Friday April 15th, 2022 5:42:32 PM
Elyas is glad that they are going to be able to get the ship enchanted so easily, but it also feels too easy. they were told there might be a test involved. Unless maybe the coral golems were the test?
Elyas doesn't want to delay Jennis any further, and doesn't think the merman will give any more answers right now about how his spells work. it would probably be well beyond Elyas' understanding anyways. He drinks the rest of his tea quietly
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | Friday April 15th, 2022 6:47:42 PM "Well then, Kiwina, I do apologize. I too am concerned with the ship and crew, but differ with you only on when to raise your questions, and to whom to address some of them. Let us put this behind us, offer the crew the opportunities you suggest once we return to them, and get on with the quest. Jennis, to answer your latest question, I think it is time to proceed with retrieving the components. Please let us know if we can assist with that in any way." In the interest of comity, Rolth leaves unremarked Kiwina's tone in addressing Jennis, which seemed to him all too demanding coming from a supplicant whose needs were being met; he does admit that his own tone in retort was also ill-considered, so calls it a draw.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 64/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Freedom of movem Saturday April 16th, 2022 1:33:33 AM
Tsak sighs, silently. The kids were doing so well, now they're bickering. Oh well.
He says goodbye to the bikkie, Mak has such quick hands. Mental note, never challenge him to a duel.
He gives Jennis a quick nod to say thanks and no more questions, then reaches for another biscuit, this time dunking it in his tea.
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:35(AO)/31/23T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/17(H)|(FA,WN,BS,FD,H,Fk,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15) Sunday April 17th, 2022 8:03:03 PM
Mak found the piece of birthday cake facinating. He’d never seen so many colors before as his fork speared the light …cakey… substance. He counted the number of bites, ending at fifty eight. It seemed like the cake was never ending.
Son Imod Hugh C 77/77 | AC : 21; Touch 19; Flat 18 CMD 30 Monday April 18th, 2022 12:25:07 AM
Son Imod says to the Wizard, "Sailors can be a superstitious lot. What do you think the crew of our vessel will make of your enchantment? I mean I mean no disrespect I'm just wondering if you have something ready to tell them to alleviate their concerns."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 4/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 Monday April 18th, 2022 10:01:00 AM
Falco raises a feathered hand.
"Sorry to interrupt I am just thinking about how this works. So its a tall skinny air bubble. If we turn and there is a school of sigh next us they all just flop in? I know it sounds minor but a dolphin to the noggin could lay out a crew member so I want to be prepared."
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DM Jeremy Battle Map Monday April 18th, 2022 11:28:07 AM
Wil has bad luck with his biscuit, but believes that the Petals have luck on their side.
Kiwina is fine if Jennis fells insulted, even if no slight was intended, but he feels Rolth owes him an apology due to his belief that Rolth is showing indifference to the ship and crew. He plans to explain everything to the crew, allowing them to leave if they want.
Elyas is glad the enchanting will come so easily, but worries about the test Ardain suggested may be coming. Elyas doesn't want anymore delays, so he drinks his teas quietly.
Rolth apologizes to Kiwina, and suggests they do as Kiwina suggested, concerning the crew. he tells Jennis that he can retrieve the components and asks if the merman needs any help.
Tsak sighs as Rolth and Kiwina have their disagreement, and makes a mental note to avoid a duel with Mak. He has another biscuit, dunking it in his tea.
Mak enjoys a nice piece of birthday cake.
Son Imod informs Jennis that sailors can be a superstitious lot, and asks if he has anything he can say to the crew, making it clear he means no disrespect.
Jennis listens to everything the Petals have to say. He rolls his eyes over Rolth and Kiwina's misunderstanding, and it is clear he isn't overly comfortable or at least inexperienced in interacting with others, as his mannerisms a more than a bit rough around the edges. He addresses Son Imod by saying, "I'm not one for fancy talk, but it seems some of your friends have the gift. That said, what sailor, worth their salt wouldn't be lining up for the chance to sail on a ship that can sail underwater? Superstition or no, that would be an adventure very few could claim to have had." Turning to Falco he says, "It appears I'm even less understanding of the needs of air breathers than I thought. What you say makes sense, so I will extend the bubble to 10 ft past your ships deck in all directions. Would that suffice?" Without waiting for an answer, Jennis turns and leaves the room, leaving the Petals to discuss their next move, and how they are going to explain the seemingly shear absurdity of a submersible ship to Ramsey and the crew.
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste Monday April 18th, 2022 11:51:07 AM
Elyas finishes up his tea as Jennis leaves the room, and looks ot the other Petals
"Well he certainly is an interesting person isn't he? A little rough around the edges but no doubt a powerful mage based on everything we've seen in his castle. I certainly look forward to seeing the rose sail under the waves!
The ship has already sailed the seas, and sailed the grass plains. now she will sail underwater. the only place left she hasn't sailed is among the clouds!
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | Monday April 18th, 2022 1:56:24 PM "And next, to the moons!" Rolth japes, then considers for a moment and wonders to himself whether it could be done. "Probably better to focus on living through this quest before suggesting that lunacy"
With respect to the crew, Rolth imagines that Captain Kiwina will have things well in hand, but stand ready to support the discussion as needed, when the time comes.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 64/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Freedom of movem Monday April 18th, 2022 5:25:52 PM Keep yer britches on Tsak responds to Rolth, with a wink.
I'm sure he's right, Ramsay and the crew will understand. But how will I explain it to my cat? he says to Mak, who's birthdays all seem to have come at once.
Kiwina (Steve M) 92/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Monday April 18th, 2022 6:03:15 PM
Rolth laughs about sailing to the moon, but if he ever retires that's exactly what Kiwina plans -- to sail east until he finds the place where the moon rises out of the ocean. While he knows folks in this part of the world don't believe that legend, the folks where he comes from do. And if the folks here are right, well, he'll keep sailing east.
"Do you think the folding boat will hold the crew when we test out Jennis'es modifications?" Kiwina assumes that test will be done with Jennis still there.
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Monday April 18th, 2022 7:11:45 PM
"To the moon? When do we plan to do that?" Wil says, pauses, than smiles. "Maybe someday. I have heard some rumors of cheese on the moon. I am excited. I'm ready to sink my teeth into this adventure."
Son Imod Hugh C 77/77 | AC : 21; Touch 19; Flat 18 CMD 30 Monday April 18th, 2022 9:39:46 PM
Son Imod says, "If we are ever going to the moon I wonder if we will meet Warrd. Isn't the moon his?"
He continues, "Right well I guess its time to return to the service inform the crew of the upgrade and figure out our next move regarding the Deep."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 4/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 Tuesday April 19th, 2022 10:53:08 AM
Falco nods "Thank you. It does remove the threat of a mackerel to the mid=section. Now I cannot wait to see how this all works!"
He has little else to add but considers how the crews sailing skills will work under water.
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DM Jeremy Battle Map Tuesday April 19th, 2022 12:20:43 PM
Elyas is excited to try sailing underwater. He comments on Jennis's lack of social graces.
Rolth jokes about sailing to the moons. He feels comfortable that Kiwina will be able to persuade the crew.
Tsak jokingly tells Rolth to hold his ambitions for a bit. He also believes Kiwina will be able to convince the crew, but he worries about how how is going to break it to Esmeralda.
Kiwina actually has a plan to sail to the moon. He wonders if the folding boat will hold the crew when they test the modifications.
Wil heard the moon is made of cheese, and he would like to taste it.
Son Imod wonders if they will meet Warrd if they head to the moon, and figures it's time to start moving forward.
Falco finds Jennis's modification to the air bubble satisfactory, and is excited to see how it works. He wonders how well the crew will be able to handle the unique sailing conditions.
As the Petals discuss whats next and fantasy about sailing to the moon, Jennis returns. He returns just in time to overhear Son Imod talking about meeting Warrd. "It's possible, assuming you go to the right moon. If you go to Kerracles instead of Warrd, you chances would be pretty small. The merman is carrying a satchel over his shoulder, and your pretty sure it's a bag of holding, because it is way to small to be holding the lever, Jennis mentioned he would be installing. "I'm ready shall we go? Everyone hold onto each other, and I'll teleport us to your ship."
When you arrive back on the Rose, something is astir. You see a minotaur you have never met before standing next to a human monk wearing white robes. The crew is going out of their way to make the monk comfortable, and the minotaur is trying hard to stay out of the way, as it is clear he also reveres the monk. Seeing the arrival of the Petals, the monk stands and walks towards them, "Greetings members of the Eight Petaled Rose, I have come to retrieve one of your members, as I feel his work here is done, and it is time for him to move on. Son Imod please step forward. I sent you to help reunite the taur races, and you have done well! I know there maybe more work to do, but I have need of you elsewhere." The monk turns and addresses the rest of the petals, "I'm taking away your minotaur, and leaving you a new one. Treat him well." As soon as he finishes saying that, both him and Son Imod vanish, leaving the new minotaur behind.
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste Tuesday April 19th, 2022 4:27:07 PM
Elyas opens his mouth to bid Son Imod goodbye, but before he can say anything the monk and the minotaur have vanished.
"don't worry he says to the air "the eight-petaled rose is just a name. we have many more than eight of us now. once a Petal, always a Petal. see you in another life, my friend"
Elyas then extends a hand to the newcomer. "hello there! Welcome to the Rose! My name is Elyas"
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Tuesday April 19th, 2022 5:05:37 PM
"No!" Wil says strongly. "We were just having a great conversation on Wardd and the moon. I was just starting to like the guy." "You can't just take people away," he added. but with no response back. Wil turns to the new minotaur and says, "Hi, how are you doing? Did you know Son Imod, he was a nice guy. He just left. Ready for an adventure, friend?" "We are going to sink the ship, but it's going to be ok because we will be in a bubble.. ready.. let's go."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 64/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Freedom of movem Tuesday April 19th, 2022 5:52:01 PM
O-kay, thinks Tsak. That was weird. He extends a hand to the new guy for a fist bump G'day mate, Tsak, you just missed a nice cup of tea, but I have something a little stronger that will do the trick. Sit down over here while I fetch my cat and I'll bring you both up to speed
Tsak will find somewhere comfortable where he, Esmerelda and M4 can have a chat whilst everyone else gets on with making bubbles. He'll do the best he can to explain the broader context of the petals and also what they are up to right now. He has some rum, but is judicious with it.
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:35(AO)/31/23T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/17(H)|(FA,WN,BS,FD,H,Fk,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15) Tuesday April 19th, 2022 7:32:32 PM
Mak spent some time wandering around the room while the others made the arrangements. He knew practically nothing of magic, so he relied on the others to make those kinds of decisions.
Kiwina (Steve M) 92/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Tuesday April 19th, 2022 7:41:03 PM
Kiwina is a bit nonplussed by the monk taking Son Imod. "So, tell us a bit about yourself." he asks the new minotaur.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | Tuesday April 19th, 2022 10:53:04 PM
Rolth looks around carefully for any six fingered men before welcoming the new minotaur. "Welcome to the Eight Petaled Rose. I hope you are as willing as Son Imod to help us reunify taurkind, and take on the evil powe known as the Deep in the process. We are indeed getting set to enbubble our vessel, that we might sail under the sea! So do tell, who are you and what do you bring to the party? I fight, sing, and, we’ll fight some more in Domi’s name."
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 19; Touch 16; Flat 15 CMD 26 Wednesday April 20th, 2022 12:17:00 AM
"Hello my name is Ayotnom Ogini. Someone killed my father and for that they will die." The new Taur says.
He clears his throat and then in a lighter tone, "Oh don't worry it is none of you. Imod assured me of this. He said if I traveled with you that one day I will have vengeance for my father's death. As for reunifying the fractured Taurs it is a noble goal and I will help if I can."
Ayotnom tells Rolth, "I have somewhat of an eclictic background. I've studied martial arts, martial aptitude and magic. As I adventure with you I intend to marry my high intellect with my martial aptitude and become a duelist. I prefer to fight with my rapier, which is my bonded item and I can cast a few spells but my repetoire of spells will always be rather limited compared to a full caster. I can wrestle and disarm my foes without giving them an opening to attack while I do so. I know how to flurry with unarmed strikes as well as with some exotic monk weapons and can stun with my unarmed strikes potentially. As a Universalist Wizard my special bloodline power allows me to turn my rapier into a projectile with a 30 foot range that returns to my hand after I've attacked with it. I am also fairly mobile and can strike all foes within reach one time using my whirlwind attack.
He says to Wil, "Imod told me about Son Imod. He seemed like an honorable minotaur. I hope I can serve as honorably as he had."
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:35(AO)/31/23T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/17(H)|(FA,WN,BS,FD,H,Fk,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15) Wednesday April 20th, 2022 8:23:44 AM "You think all minotaurs are dyslexic?" Mak asked Tsak quietly as he adjusted his own rapier in it's sheath. A magic using duelist...almost didn't seem right to him, but then again he as a bow using duelist didn't sit right with others as well.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 4/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 Wednesday April 20th, 2022 9:41:26 AM
Falco is in his own little world as they are teleported, thinking about the magic he gave up to be a healer instead. So lost is he that he doesn't catch on to what is happening until Son Iomd vanishes.
"What the... well that was sudden." he mumbles has he gives a wave to the new arrival.
"Someone killed your father is an interesting conversation started. It was not a six fingered man was it? They can be quite the problem in dealings with fathers."
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DM Jeremy Battle Map Wednesday April 20th, 2022 11:48:13 AM
Elyas says farewell to a now departed Son Imod. He claims that once a Petal, always a Petal. he also introduces himself to the new arrival.
Wil is bummed that Son Imod is gone, but turns to meet the replacement minotaur, giving him a very brief, and probably confusing run down as to the petals current quest.
Tsak introduces himself and offer to explain the curren situation to the new guy over a wee bit of rum.
Mak lets those who know about magic make the decisions.
Kiwina is nonplussed about the departure of Son Imod, but asks the new guy share a bit about himself.
Rolth asks the new guy if he is willing to pick up where Son Imod left off, and than introduces himself.
Ayotnom introduces himself and claims he wishes to avenge his fathers murder. He shares a brief run down of his skill set, and hopes to be as noble as Son Imod.
Mak wonders if all Minotaurs are dyslexic, and isn't so sure about a magic using duelist. than again he's a bow using duelist, which is equally odd.
Falco is lost in thought over what he gave up to become a healer. So much so that he didn't realize what was going on until Son Imod was gone. He comments on Ayotnom's introduction and asks about a six fingered man, which of course is inconceivable.
As the Monk and Son Imod vanish, you look around and see that Ramsey and the crew are all staring wide eyed, and slack jawed, in awe of the departed. Finally the brambletaur captain shakes himself out of his awe struck stupor, and than asks, "How can you guys act so nonchalant, don't you know who that was? That was Domi, or I'm a goat! Anyway who's the merman, and what's this talk about sinking the Rose?"
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:35(AO)/31/23T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/17(H)|(FA,WN,BS,FD,H,Fk,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15) Wednesday April 20th, 2022 12:30:15 PM
Mak stared blankly at where Domi just stood. "I say, Domi is a lazy fellow, if he just spent all this time gathering someone to replace Son Imod, you'd think he could have just dealt with the Deep himself. Is this really the god you follow so zealously? How much more effort would he have really needed to expend unless he is powerless against the Deep?"
"Ramsey my friend, is that really the strangest thing you have seen on our voyage together? for some, i think seeing a Brambletaur might be weirder than seeing a manifestation of one of the gods! We sailed the Sargrass together, fought against all manner of strange foes, teleported things on and off the ship, got stolen away in the middle of a fight to a fey feast... probably a few others that I'm forgetting now.
Oh, yeah and if you think all that was strange, you should know we asked this fine merperson to make the rose sail... underwater.
Kiwina (Steve M) 92/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Wednesday April 20th, 2022 6:09:48 PM
Kiwina is mildly amused by Mak's assessment, much like his own assessment of Nyloth. But more serious matters have to be attended to.
"Ramsey, gather the crew. Everyone needs to hear this." Kiwina explains that in order to help fight the Deep, the thing that has threatened the Taur Isles and quite probably the Rose a few times, the merman wizard with them is going to modify the Rose so that it can sail underwater. "If any of you are worried about your safety, we will not force you to remain on board when we sail underwater. During our trials of these modifications, you can man a boat. Once we get back to a port, you can find other passage. . . Of course, we hope that you will all decide to stay."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | Wednesday April 20th, 2022 9:20:41 PM
Rolth is disappointed in himself for being so focused on the new minotaur that he kinda missed his deity standing right there. "I guess it's good that I saw him before meeting Gargul. I guess this means that I will meet at least three gods in my journey, what with having been a guest of the Fey Queen and all."
At Kiwina's pretty speech, Rolth will just nod his encouragement and smile encouragingly, also hoping that the crew still has the stomach for these sort of things.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 19; Touch 16; Flat 15 CMD 26 Thursday April 21st, 2022 1:09:04 AM
Ayotnom says, "You met Ma'ab? Interesting. I wonder what other deities and immortal powers we will meet as we travel together. I haven't met Ma'ab myself. Imod was actually the first deity or immortal power I have met."
Ayotnom then says to Rolth, "Why are you so sure we are going to meet Gargul? Do you expect some of us to die on this sortie against The Deep?"
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:35(AO)/31/23T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/17(H)|(FA,WN,BS,FD,H,Fk,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15) Thursday April 21st, 2022 8:21:45 AM "I guess if Domi is too lazy to handle this, we are the isles only hope. We at least are interested in helping the taurs and those that ply these waters...or as I said, this Domi is powerless against them. Are you certain he's worthy of your dedication?"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 4/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 d20+9=14 ; Thursday April 21st, 2022 9:54:36 AM
{Know Religion: 14)
Falco considers if that may have been a representation of Domi bringing the new crew member. It is not the most far fetched idea that has come up since there group formed.
"We took part in the formation of the three powers of the Sargrass as well, I have forever changed form that experience. It amazes me that there could still be an athiest in the Wold with how much interaction there is."
____________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Freedom Of Movement (0/2) / Restoration 3rd - Water Breathing (3/4) / Cure Serious (D) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (2/2) / Resist Energy (2/2) / Cure Moderate (D) 1st- XBlessX / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith {2/2} C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Dr
DM Jeremy Battle Map Thursday April 21st, 2022 12:12:33 PM
Mak is convinced that Domi is lazy, and that he should be the one dealing with the Deep.
Elyas suggests that seeing Domi is probably one of the least strange things that the Petals have seen or done, and tells Ramsey that Jennis is going to give the Rose the ability to sail underwater.
Kiwina doesn't disagree with Mak, but figures there are more important things to say right now. He tells the crew what the plan is and lets them know that they are free to sit this one out, and even find another ship if they so desire.
Rolth is disappointed he didn't realize he was in Domi's presence, but is glad he say him before seeing Gargul. He nods his encouragement as Kiwina explains things to the crew, hoping the crew will want to stay.
Ayotnom is surprised that the Petals have met Ma'ab, and claims that Domi/Imod was this first deity encounter. He asks if Rolth thinks this quest will end in a visit to Lord Gargul.
Mak doubles down on his lack of faith in Domi's ability
Will, as is often the case, missed most of the conversation.
Falco has no problem believing they just saw Domi, after all they were there when the three aspects of the Sarr revealed themselves, a situation that changed him permanently.
Jennis seems shocked when he realizes he was in the presence of the god of bravery. When Mak brings up his assessment of Domi, the wizard looks him in the eye and says, "I'm no cleric, nor am I studied in the ways of the gods, But since I was just a fry, I was always told that the gods often stay their hand and let the people prove themselves. If the gods intervened every time something bad happened, how would we ever hear stories of heroes risking life and limb to save the day? As a member of a heroic adventuring group, you should realize that you would be out of a job, if the gods did as you suggest."
Ramsey says, "I for one trust you Petals, and see this as a unique adventure I look forward to discovering this new mode of sailing." Turning to the crew, the brambletaur says, "You heard captain Kiwina, You have a choice. Anyone who doesn't want to sail below the waves is welcome to depart at our next port of call, with no one feeling the worst of you. So everyone willing to embark on this new adventure please step forward." When Ramsey finishes speaking, to a person, all the crew members step forward in unison.
Turning to face the Petals, Ramsey says, "I think you have your answer"
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:35(AO)/31/23T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/17(H)|(FA,WN,BS,FD,H,Fk,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15) Thursday April 21st, 2022 12:34:16 PM ”Its true. My life would be much different had these beings that call themselves gods had prevented a psychotic plant from taking over my country and calling itself a god. So you’ll understand if I don’t put much stock in absent divinities.”
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Thursday April 21st, 2022 1:46:25 PM
Wil snaps back to reality. He advises that 7 out of 10 of the voices in his head say this is a bad idea. "What do they know," Wil says. "Let's sink this ship. I'm ready to get this thing moving. What's are destination after the equipment is installed, more grumpy people to talk too?"
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste Thursday April 21st, 2022 2:32:18 PM
Elyas is greatly encouraged to see all of the crew step forward to continue this adventure.
"fine crew you have gathered Captain. many sailors are a fickle and superstitious lot, but this crew is willing to follow you to the one place you never want your ship to go: the bottom of the ocean!
Kiwina (Steve M) 92/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Thursday April 21st, 2022 7:34:43 PM
Kiwina hopes the crew continues to think this way after the trial run under the water. But for now, "Jennis, what modifications do you need to make?" He may not be able to understand the magical modifications that they need, but Kiwina can help with the physical ones.
Mak's back! Tsak grins as his friend turns back into an old grump right before his eyes. He puts his arm around him and steers him toward the barrel he was using as a table with the small flask of rum and a couple of small wooden tumblers. Psychotic plant, pah, you had it easy! When I were a young man I had to endure 12 years of dwarven cooking. Have you seen what those buggers can do to a loaf of bread? And don't get me started on jambalya...
The two share a quick dram, but then turn their attention back to the merman and his preparations. Tsak is happy the crew is brave enough to back them, he's become quite attached to most of them. Also keeping the team together as they try something as absurd as sailing the underwater currents makes a lot of sense. Unfortunately as he follows the merman around and listens to him talk, he just becomes more and more confused. Hopefully Kiwina and Ramsay have a better handle on the whole thing.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 19; Touch 16; Flat 15 CMD 26 Friday April 22nd, 2022 1:38:26 AM
Ayotnom says to Mak, "What about free will? If the Gods went around solving every little problem we had Themselves would there be such a thing as free will or would we all be the equivalent of little puppet playthings dancing on strings while the Gods who were essentially puppeteers went around fixing things, making them static and keeping us safe."
The Taur continues, "The way I see it we either have dangerous freedom the way we do where bad things can happen to good people and the past can hurt but we as individuals can learn from the pain, grow and choose to do something about the ills of the world ourselves by rising to the occasion presented to us."
He clears his throat again and then says "Alternatively if things worked like you suggested we would have the temporary illusion of safety where we are nothing but mere children to the Gods, infantalized and coddled while Daddy and Mommy Gods and Goddesses do everything and we are nothing but victims of circumstance, cogs in a giant machine that works according to the unknowable whims of the Gods and if those whims ever changed then all we could do is try to run or wallow in self pity and victimhood for there was no free will so all we could do is go around blaming external forces for our cicumstances throwing tantrums like the children we would be in this scenario."
He finishes, 'So you got to ask yourself do you place value in Heroics or Victimhood and if its the former then why are you sitting around expecting the Gods to do for you while you could be growing as an individual and doing for yourself and it if it is the latter then what are you doing here because it is the God's responsibility to handle those unpleasant things not yours and any attempt wouuld be doomed to failure since you are not a God and The Deep is of a sort."
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:35(AO)/31/23T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/17(H)|(FA,WN,BS,FD,H,Fk,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15) Friday April 22nd, 2022 8:53:24 AM "Hmph!" Mak said with barely disguised derision. "He was right there man! And sending us off to save his followers because what? He wants us to decide if his worshippers live or not? Fortunately for him we'll do what we can, but with no thanks to him and you don't count "new guy".
Mak let at himself be lead away by the burly half-orc. "Dwarven food? Have you even tasted food prepared by someone that is content to live in dirt? Twelve years is a long time though. I'm barely much older than that myself and the last few years I've spent being exactly where those plant people are not. Sot them all, sot them to hades and back...what's this? Rum? Oh yes, this is nice...that all you have? I forgot to buy some in town. Leg stopped hurting after that last big fight, musta tore the muscle and it rehealed right this time."
Mak leaned back and savored the drink as he tried to forget about meddling gods, their delusional followers, and the things normal people had to do to make things right.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 4/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 Friday April 22nd, 2022 10:06:44 AM
Falco cheers for the crew. "Good show! Good show! This ship is the stem of the rose, the petals would be nothing without it and you all. Next time something is not threatening the Wold we will have to do something nice for you all."
____________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Freedom Of Movement (0/2) / Restoration 3rd - Water Breathing (3/4) / Cure Serious (D) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (2/2) / Resist Energy (2/2) / Cure Moderate (D) 1st- XBlessX / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith {2/2} C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Dr
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 19; Touch 16; Flat 15 CMD 26 Friday April 22nd, 2022 10:22:52 AM
Ayotnom says to Mak, "I may be the new guy and I apologize for abruptly showing up and replacing your former Minotaur party member as I understand he was heavily devoted to following Imod. I myself follow Imod but I am not named after the guy nor do I have aspirations with respect to any of my future abilities being tied to him but I can appreciate what the god of Strength, Bravery and Martial Arts has to offer."
DM Jeremy Battle Map Friday April 22nd, 2022 12:34:38 PM
Mak explains a bit to Jennis why he has no love for the gods.
Wil informs everyone that the majority of his "guests" aren't on board with the plan, but he is all in none the less.
Elyas is happy to see all the crew decided to stick with the Petals, and comments on how amazing it is to have a crew who are willing to follow them everywhere, even the bottom of the sea.
Kiwina hopes that the crew's willingness still holds after the trials begin. He asks Jennis about the modifications, and is willing to help.
Tsak tries to steer Mak back with a little jovial talk and rum.He tries to follow Jennis, but is quickly lost as to what the merman is doing. The half-orc is happy about the crew's decision.
Aytonom tries to explain to Mak why the gods do what they do, and don't do what they don't.
Mak doubles down on his lack of love for the gods, though Tsaks rum brings him out of a rant.
Falco congratulates the crew, and promises something nice, if they are ever free from fighting bad guys.
Jennis doesn't acknowledge Mak's explanation, as he seems lost in thought. You can overhear him talking to himself, "So I'll install the lever over their by the helm's wheel and then cast the spells." When Kiwina asks him about the modifications, he snaps out of his soliloquy, and answers, "As I mentioned before, I will install a lever next to the helm's wheel, and than cast some spells I crafted myself, One spell will enchant the lever, which will than be able to magically ascend and descend the ship. Your ship's normal rudder will be able to guide you through the water, and can be propelled by currents. A second spell will sense when the ship descends, and trigger the air bubble. Finally I will cast permanency on both the previously mentioned spells. Before I get started, can you please share the history of this ship, as I sense that this is no ordinary ship."
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:35(AO)/31/23T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/17(H)|(FA,WN,BS,FD,H,Fk,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15) Friday April 22nd, 2022 12:58:15 PM
Mak listened peripherally to what was being said but understood almost none of it. As he sat with Tsak he reflected on Aytonom and the position Imod or Domi put him in...whatever he was calling himself. It seemed these minotaurs of late had things a little backwards, but still Mak was intrigued by Aytonom's weapon and wondered just how good he might be with it.
"Oh yes...I missed this. We should throw the crew a party. I'll have one catered as soon as I resupply my coffers. Seems my own symbiotic relationship with Pantheon is draining my resources, but his insight is helpful in understanding how my blade works."
"You know, I always pictured Domi as having four legs. Guess he's only half taur."
Kiwina (Steve M) 92/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Friday April 22nd, 2022 3:36:32 PM
Kiwina chuckles at Aytonom's explanation. Aytonom wouldn't know, but the rest have been with him long enough to realize that Kiwina thinks the gods are simply people with more power than most. What he really respects are a particular group of spirits that none of the others has otherwise heard of.
As for the Rose. Kiwina is happy to explain to Jennis. "Ramsey would know her best. Back during the bloodgrass crisis, we were summoned to the Sargrass and fought the crew of the ship when they were attacking a village. We asked them to surrender, but only Ramsey did, so we helped cure him of the bloodgrass sickness. They had all been changed into bramble-creatures, like him, by a witch. We sailed the sargrass in the Rose looking for the Bridge to Nowhere, so we know she has druidwood in her. When the manfri returned us after the crisis, the Rose and Ramsey came with us. We found that (with some modifications) she sails the water as well as the sargrass, and used her to catch the witch and free some other bramble-people she had created. Since then, we have sailed her around the Taur Isles as our adventures take us from place to place. Ramsey is the only one who knew her before the crises. He should be considered the shipmaster -- he maintains and sees to her when we are off dealing with trouble."
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste Friday April 22nd, 2022 5:29:29 PM
Elyas will watch the process of setting up the spells with interest, but has nothing further to add about the ship's history.
"throw a party? Elyas replies ot Mak "we will have plenty of time for celebrating when we have found th pieces of this magical key. then yes, we should make time to throw a really good party
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | Saturday April 23rd, 2022 12:15:16 AM
Rolth belatedly answers Ayotnom’s questions about meeting Gargul, "I was crossing over the brink of death during battle when the fey Queen brought us to her realm for a respite. I was fortunate to be returned to the living. I think it is safe to assume that Gargul will demand his due at some point."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 64/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Freedom of movem Saturday April 23rd, 2022 1:16:00 AM
Tsak chimes in with a bit more about the Rose: She's a special ship alright sir, she also has the ability to burn coal, turning it into steam which powers this here fan. We can use it to cruise along when the wind is absent or to increase speed and agility when set upon by pirates and marauders.
Tsak then spends considerable effort hiding his little stash of rum as all the others begin to chat about a big party...
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | Sunday April 24th, 2022 7:20:05 AM
Rolth will also praise Ramsey and the crew, who have been brave and steadfast in the face of mortal danger. Kiwina and Tsak gave an excellent overview of the Rose, to which Rolth has nothing salient to add.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 19; Touch 16; Flat 15 CMD 26 Sunday April 24th, 2022 11:25:47 PM
Ayotnom says to Mak, "I have 2 legs and I am full blooded Taur. All Minotaurs have 2 legs and we are as much Taur as are Centaurs and Liontaurs as is Imod our creator."
Ayotnom says to Rolth, "I don't know. You've made it this far. Whose to say you won't continue to pull through?"
Ayotnom says to Tsak, "This ship burns coal you say? And this Merman wizard is going to put an enchantment on it that will let it sail under the waves? This makes your ship truly unique. I don't think another like it exists in all the Wold."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 64/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Freedom of movem Monday April 25th, 2022 12:15:23 AM
After hiding his rum, Tsak grabs Esmerelda. He wants to be sure he knows exactly where she is when they do their first test run under the water instead of on top of it.
Mak(JamesM)(66/72)HP|AC:31(AO)/27/19T/19FF|CMD 32|Dagger|15/10/-/-/-|(FA,,WFin)**|1d4 + 3(20)x2)) d20+15=35 ; d20+15=24 ; d20+15=18 ; d20+15=24 ; d20+15=23 ; Monday April 25th, 2022 8:36:33 AM
Mak wanted to snap at the minotaur, but realized hie own surly mood was likely the cause. On a peaceful mission they had nearly died to coral golems and Mak wasn't very pleased with that. He'd felt helpless not being able to move about much underwater, but was completely satisfied about the performance of the Ebonblade known as the Ebonstrike. It served the merman right that he'd lost one of them to that outrageous attack on peaceful visitors.
Still though, that feeling of helplessness persisted and the presence of a god in the face of that didn't sit well with him. Yet more beings of immense power to remind one of just how powerless they were.
He ignored Elyas comment about the party, the man had obviously not listened intently enough to the conversation. Will mentioned a game however and Mak thought a game of daggers might be fun. Five daggers at 10 paces.
OOC: Rules: 1 point for each number rolled above 10 on a to hit roll for a thrown dagger.
Mak's first dagger nailed the center of the target, his next was close to the first. All but one of his throws was clustered at the center of the target. "haHA!" Mak exclaimed. "Beat that and I'll give you 50 gold!"
Mak felt it was a good performance so he left the rest of the crew to try their hand at it while he resumed his seat with Tsak.
OOC: 25+14+8+14+13=74pts.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 4/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 Monday April 25th, 2022 10:02:36 AM
Falco is impressed by Kiwina's memory and once the fan is mentioned he has nothing to add to that. WHile tempted to play Mak's game he wants to see the magics involved for this installation to the ship himself. You never know when seeing something done might prove handy.
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DM Jeremy Battle Map Monday April 25th, 2022 11:57:27 AM
Max doesn't understand what is being said, so he reflects on Aytonom, and the position Domi put him in. He thinks minotaurs may be a bit backwards, but he is interested in Aytonom's rapier, and wonders at his skill level. He wants to throw a party for the crew, once he has some extra coin, and comments that he always thought Domi would be 4 legged, and wonders if he is only half taur.
Kiwina shares the tale of how the Petals obtained the Rose, and met Ramsey, claiming the brambletaur is the true heart of the ship.
Elyas is interested in the spells Jennis will use, and is satisfied with Kiwina's history of the ship. He thinks a party, after the mission is done, would be great.
Wil is always ready for a party, and wonder if other would be interested in a game of chance.
Rolth tells Aytonom about how he should have been forced to face Gargul, but Ma'ab intervened, and he feels a reckoning may be coming in the future.
Tsak tells Jennis about the coal burning steam engine, and how it's fan can help propel the Rose. At the talk of a party, Tsak starts hiding his rum.
Rolth praises Ramsey and the crew for their bravery, and has nothing to add in concerning the history of the ship.
Aytonom reminds Mak that minotaurs have only 2 legs, and they are still taurs. He is amazed at the Rose's capabilities.
Tsak wants to be with Esmeralda when they start testing the ship.
Mak wants to snap at Aytonom, but realizes the minotaur didn't say anything wrong, he's just in a grumpy mood. He was thrilled with the performance of his rapier, and feels it served Jennis right that he lost one of his golems. Mak challenges everyone to a game of daggers.
Falco is impressed with Kiwina's tale, and has nothing to add after Tsak mentions the steam powered fan. He is tempted to join Mak's game, but is too intrigued with the magics being placed on the Rose.
Jennis listens intently as the Rose is being described, especially when the druid wood and steam engine are mentioned. "A remarkable ship indeed! that fan may even help you underwater. I believe it can be deployed as a sort of propeller, most helpful indeed."
Without saying another word, Jennis gets to work. first he fastens the lever to the deck, using 4 lag bolts, then he begins casting his spells. The whole process takes about a half hour, and when he is finished, the merman is visibly spent. Apparently the ordeal took a lot out of him. "I forgot how much that took out of me, those spells are demanding! Well anyway, it is done. I suggest practicing with the controls a bit, so as to master the underwater travel before need arises." After those words, the merman dives into the water not to be seen again, well at least not in this adventure. The merman doesn't even take the time to say farewell.
Do our intrepid heroes wish to experiment with the controls now, or head directly back to Ardain?
Mak(JamesM)(66/72)HP|AC:31(AO)/27/19T/19FF|CMD 32|Dagger|15/10/-/-/-|(FA,,WFin)**|1d4 + 3(20)x2)) Monday April 25th, 2022 1:28:37 PM ”If you want to safely practice, the waters near Jennis’ place would be the best.I think we should all practice piloting the Rose. ”
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Monday April 25th, 2022 2:37:27 PM
“Thank you,” Wil shouted as the merman disappeared. Half expecting him to turn and wave within the water. “I say we practice. Left, right, up, down.. press all the buttons he installed. Let’s sink this ship.” He adds very excited
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste Monday April 25th, 2022 4:37:24 PM What's a propeller? Elyas asks as Jannis talks about their fan. but he doesn't really expect an answer, the merman is very intensely concentrating. it doesn't seem very surprising that he leaves without a goodbye, he definitely didn't seem like he wanted to be friends. or to ever see the party again.
Yes, I agree with Mak. We should all practice, at least a little bit, before we try taking the Rose far from this spot. We're far enough away from civilization that we won't cause a major stir, but close to help if something misfires or something like that...
Elyas will volunteer to pilot first if no one else pulls rank
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | Monday April 25th, 2022 6:12:06 PM "Practice seems like a good idea. Any special precautions or other measures anyone wants to take before we get started? Captain, how shall we do this?"
Kiwina (Steve M) 92/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Monday April 25th, 2022 7:44:19 PM
Kiwina agrees that learning what the ship can do now while they are still near Jennis'es home is the best action. He makes an offer for any of the crew who want to wait safely to take the boat while they put the ship through its paces.
After that, it seems like slow and steady would be the best course. "I don't expect this to take more than two or three days." People might balk at the idea, but it will take at least long enough to figure out acceleration, stopping, top speed, maneuverability at various speeds, whether the air becomes stale underwater, and so on. Then to repeat at various angles to the prevailing undersea currents.
Kiwina (Steve M) 92/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Monday April 25th, 2022 7:54:01 PM "There is one test we have to plan very carefully -- figuring out what happens when something breaches the air bubble around the ship. From inside or from outside. Might have to be very careful about the depth and tide where we test that one."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 64/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Freedom of movem d20+10=29 ; Tuesday April 26th, 2022 12:19:04 AM
(ProfSailor=29) Tsak stands by ready to assist Captain Kiwina and Ramsay. He's not exactly sure where to stand by at, but chooses to start firing up the stove, to heat the water, to turn the fan.
He winks at Mak If we're gonna go bang, might as well do it properly.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 19; Touch 16; Flat 15 CMD 26 Tuesday April 26th, 2022 12:30:04 AM
Ayotnom says, "So I guess the party is being postponed while we test our new underwater capabilities?"
He goes over to Mak and extends a hand, "I think we've gotten off to a Rocky start. I'm as much to blame as anyone. I am not a duelist yet but will be once I get a bit more experience under my belt. I would be happy to spar with you sometime. There is probably much I could learn."
Mak(JamesM)(66/72)HP|AC:31(AO)/27/19T/19FF|CMD 32|Dagger|15/10/-/-/-|(FA,,WFin)**|1d4 + 3(20)x2)) Tuesday April 26th, 2022 8:20:32 AM
Like many on the ship Mak was an experienced sailor and knew how to pilot the vessel, but he didn't let the excitement get to him. He'd let some of the others go first as he observed them so as to learn from their mistakes. So when he had taken his position near the helm he was surprised when the minotaur approached him.
Mak smiled and ran a hand through his sandy blonde hair as he took the minotaurs in his other. "Always offer your off hand when shaking. Your opponent shouldn't get the chance to hurt your sword arm. As for being a duelist, I guess it's a family curse. Growing up learning the rapier was a requirement. Gentlemen fight with a gentleman's weapon." Mak said in a mocking voice. "Never mind my cousin used the family sword our name came from. That thing is a honking beast of a greatsword and not the light weapon of finesse the rapier is."
"Anyway, it's good to meet you and if you need any tips I'll help you anyway I can. As much as an archer can that sidelines as a duelist."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 4/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 Tuesday April 26th, 2022 10:03:19 AM "Thank you for the aid in this, clearly you have provided something of great value to us. For practice lets see if we can get Jennis back home. Not a far trip but we can see how it works."
____________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Freedom Of Movement (0/2) / Restoration 3rd - Water Breathing (3/4) / Cure Serious (D) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (2/2) / Resist Energy (2/2) / Cure Moderate (D) 1st- XBlessX / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith {2/2} C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Dr
DM Jeremy Battle Map Tuesday April 26th, 2022 12:26:13 PM
Everyone is in favor of testing the submarine abilities now.
Mak thinks everyone should take a turn at the wheel/lever.
Elyas asks what a propeller is, and agrees with Mak.
Rolth asks if anyone wants to do anything before taking the plunge, and asks how they should do this.
Kiwina wants to take precautions to make sure they are safe, and is of particular concern about what happens when someone or something breaches the air bubble.
Tsak is all in and gets the steam building, and fan turning.
Ayotnom realizes that the party is postponed, so he decides to make nice with Mak, asking a few questions.
Mak accepts Ayotnom's olive branch, and gives a few pointer, claiming more are available if needed.
Falco figures a good practice run would be to bring Jennis home, however, the merman is already swimming to the bottom of the sea.
Elyas never gets his answer. whether Jennis didn't hear him, or he chose to ignore him is open for debate. The merman isn't exactly Mr. Congeniality.
WIth a bunch of trial and error, the Petals and crew figure out how to operate the lever. (I was supposed to give a single DC 20 profession sailor check, with everyone being able to aid whoever rolled, but since Tsak already rolled a 29, you pass) It takes a few hours to get the hang of it, and a day or two to master it. By the end of day two, everyone is sailing underwater as well as if they were above it. Everyone held their breath when they first tested the bubble, to see what happens when it is breached, but nothing happened, and the bubble didn't seem the least bit phased by things entering or leaving it. Even though Jennis didn't answer Elyas's question about a propeller, the Petals were soon able to put two and two together when they tried out the steam powered fan, as the fan seemed to churn the water, propelling them through it. Trial and error showed that the Rose could only stay below the waves for 24 hrs before the air started to become hard to breathe. Luckily, the moment the Rose breached the surface, the air was refreshed.
After the Petals and crew mastered the ship's new abilities, all that was left to do was sail back to meet up with Ardian. The wizard seems pleased, in his crotchety way, and invites the petals in for a bite to eat. unlike Jennis, Ardian doesn't use magic to create food and drink, no, he uses his apprentice, a task Rainard seems only too happy to preform. He is rather fond of the Petals after all. No one seems to notice the change in minotaurs, though that may simply be due to an attempt to be polite. After the meal, which happens to be the evening meal, Ardain invites everyone back into his study, where he walks over to a scroll rack and retrieves what a map of sorts. He unrolls it on the table, in front of the Petals, and says these are the locations of the keys, and the challenge one must preform to obtain it. He opens a scroll that was rolled up with the map and reads it to the Petals:
The Challenge of Might - You must fight to prove your ability, don’t be shocked by what you come upon. A husk is needed.
The Challenge of Speed - Fleet of tail and fleet of fin, are you quick enough to swim? Prove you don’t need them to gain the key. Find the fins.
The Challenge of Durability - Rocks and disruption, you must endure the onslaught, you are not allowed to harm those that challenge you. The gifts given during this challenge are what you seek.
The Challenge of Charm - Their call is dangerous, but you must convince them to give up something beautiful, it is the key.
The Challenge of Discernment - The Guardian will offer a question, you must find a solution. The heart is what you seek.
"I know these clues seem cryptic, but this is all I could obtain after years of study." Ardian says after reading. "I will set the navigation tool, I installed, to whatever challenge you wish to face first, as there doesn't appear to be a set order one needs to obtain them. Once you obtain the key simply sail back here and I will rest the navigation tool to the next challenge of your choosing. That will have to wait until the morning of course. Come back here tomorrow and let me know what challenge you wish to face first. Rainard will see you out, as I need to get myself to sleep."
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste Tuesday April 26th, 2022 12:33:04 PM
Elyas enjoys having the meal with their host, and is happy that things seem to be more relaxed this time.
When the riddles are read, Elyas rubs his temples, thinking over the words. "thank you for sharing these with us, Ardian. I'm sure even with the lack of simple direction, these riddles have saved us much studying and searching. we will talk it over and let you know where we want to head first.
When the Petals are alone after the meal, Elyas asks: [b]"anyone have a challenge they think we should do first? it likely doesn't matter, we will need to gather all of the keys in order to complete our goal. do we jus start from the top? or the closest location?
Mak(JamesM)(66/72)HP|AC:31(AO)/27/19T/19FF|CMD 32|Dagger|15/10/-/-/-|(FA,,WFin)**|1d4 + 3(20)x2)) Tuesday April 26th, 2022 3:26:44 PM
Mak considered the challenges and thought he might be most able to complete the Durability challenge. Not because he was tougher than anyone else, but because he felt he was more fleet of foot and could avoid things better. If the challenge also included not striking back then avoidance might be the best tactic.
"Do we think the challenges call for a single challenger, or us as a group? Ardian, do you have any insight in to that? Your answer will determine how we proceed." Mak said before adding "At first the items mentioned seemed to me to be a requirement, but after seeing them all I think that each challenge will have us acquire the item mentioned. A Husk, Fins, Some unnamed gifts, a Key, and a Heart."
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d6=1 ; Tuesday April 26th, 2022 3:58:04 PM
Wil is super excited to have some challenges to accomplish.. "Woop.. woop." "9 out of 10 - spiritual voices approve. Maybe we go top down.. from the 1st through?"
"Not sure the deal with the last one, ... no, you can't voice your argument through me. No more giving control. We had this conversation.." Wil says walking from the group to finish the argument.
Kiwina (Steve M) 92/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Tuesday April 26th, 2022 7:21:17 PM
Kiwina favors the second and third challenges, but does not really have a reason to pick one of those over the others. Not when all five have to be accomplished.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | Tuesday April 26th, 2022 8:52:36 PM
Rolth is ever so excited to be questing again! Puzzles, fights, and more. This is what Domi put him here to do! "Perhaps we should tackle the challenges that we have some apparent advantage in first, given that we might gain knowledge or treasure that will help with the others. I think Mak is right about the object of each challenge. I don't see an obvious order to choose, but agree with Kiwina that the second one, Speed, would be good for us with our various water spells and cloak of the manta ray. We may have an advantage on Charm as well, if I can countersong the effect like I did with the harpies that time. Might seems doable as well, but we should probably take the hint and have spells to protect us against electricity--maybe there are giant electric eels? Durability, well, we have some tough folks, but non-lethal encounters may not be our forte. I did learn how to use my net, so that may help. Spells would be better, I suppose. Perhaps we save Discernment for last, as we may learn clues to the solution in the other challenges. All that said, I suggest we start with Speed, and prepare spells and equipment accordingly. What do you say?"
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 64/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Freedom of movem Tuesday April 26th, 2022 10:14:30 PM hmmm... yup... okey doke... I guess speed it is then.
Say, does anyone have any healing, I got a bit banged up in that last fight?
(OOC apologies if I missed any group healing)
Kiwina (Steve M) 106/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Tuesday April 26th, 2022 10:35:34 PM Updating header for two days natural healing.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 19; Touch 16; Flat 15 CMD 26 Tuesday April 26th, 2022 11:40:41 PM
Ayotnom says, "I was going to suggest Might first as that might be what I'm best suited for or Discernment as I am fairly clever. I can give speed a try but I don't necessarily think I'll be particularly good at it."
Mak(JamesM)(66/72)HP|AC:31(AO)/27/19T/19FF|CMD 32|Dagger|15/10/-/-/-|(FA,,WFin)**|1d4 + 3(20)x2)) Wednesday April 27th, 2022 9:14:08 AM "I'm not fast." Mak added, "but I'm quick."
DM Jeremy Battle Map Wednesday April 27th, 2022 12:16:39 PM
Elyas enjoys the meal, and thanks Ardian for the clues, promising to get back to him in the morning with the challenge they wish to try. He asks his friends where they want to start.
Mak is leaning towards starting with durability challenge, because he is good at getting out of the way. He asks Ardain if the challenges must be done individually, or as a group. Mak thinks he as an idea as to what the objective of each challenge is.
9 out of 10 of Wil's voices approve of the challenges, and he is excited to go. He suggests going top down, and has to put the one voice who is opposed to the challenges in it's place.
Kiwina is leaning towards the second and third challenges, but since they all have to be completed, he doesn't really care where they start.
Rolth is excited to get started. He gives a brief rundown, and then suggests they start with the speed challenge.
Tsak is fine with starting with the speed challenge, and asks for a bit of healing.
Ayotnom would prefer might or maybe discernment, but is fine with speed.
Ardian answers Mak's question by saying. I'll be honest, I really don't know, but I would assume it would be a group effort.
The next morning, the Petals gather at Ardian's house, and inform the wizard that they would like to start with the speed challenge. the old mage follows them down to the harbor, and climbs aboard the Rose. After taking a few seconds to admire Jennis's handy work, he makes some adjustments on his navigation device he decided to name Garmin. After recalculating Garmin, the wizard departs the ship, bids you good luck, and heads back to his house.
Are our intrepid heroes ready to depart, or do they need t obtain anything that may help them on their quest. Ardian did mention the location of a Catacombs entrance if anyone need/wants to do some last minute shopping.
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste Wednesday April 27th, 2022 2:01:43 PM
Elyas prepares spells for the day. He prepares an extra Haste spell, assuming it might help with a speed challenge. He isn't sure what else they might need, but after getting caught by the eel things without having a full allotment of tricks, he is not holding slots open this time.
Before leaving, Elyas studies the room he has been staying in closely, committing it to memory in case he finds the need to teleport back in a hurry.
Spells prepared:
cantrips: Resistance, detect magic, light, mending Level 1: 2X protection from evil, mage armor, 4X magic missile Level 2: mirror image, glitterdust, darkvision, web, 2x scorching ray Level 3: 2X lightning bolt, 2X Haste, Stinking Cloud Level 4: 3X summon monster IV, Dimensional Anchor, Greater Invisibility Level 5: Teleport, Baleful Polymorph, 2X Summon Monster V Special: Acid Dart (8/8 remain, 1d6+4), pearl of power 1, bonded item, dimensional steps (270/270)
Active effects: Mage Armor (10 hours)
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:25/17T/19FF|CMD 30|+1 CLB:Arrows(20)|18/13/-/-(RS)/-|(FA,WF,WS,WT,MS)**|1d8+9(20)x3)) Wednesday April 27th, 2022 3:28:03 PM
Mak noted those under the Freedom of Movement effects and totally wants that next time they venture underwater.
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Wednesday April 27th, 2022 5:27:57 PM
"Hey, I have a shark friend.. I wonder if I can hang on to get a swimming boost." (OOC: Would this be a grapple, when it comes up?) "What else do you think we need?"
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Bless Water, Magic Weapon, Sanctuary, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Consecrate - D: Aid - (if needed - Cure moderate Wounds Lv3: Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Water Breathing, - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite: (Sacrificed to Ffloy), Coalescence Feat (Summon Monster IV)- D: freedom of movement, Channel 4d6
Kiwina (Steve M) 106/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Wednesday April 27th, 2022 5:47:12 PM
Kiwina has no special preparations to make. Since he expects to be underwater, he maintains the spells he selected when searching for Jennis.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | d20+9=13 ; d20+16=31 ; Wednesday April 27th, 2022 8:46:38 PM
Rolth similarly has no special preparations to make, and so just stands by to help handle the ship. He will also keep an eye out for trouble.
Profession Sailor = 13 Perception = 31
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 19; Touch 16; Flat 15 CMD 26 Thursday April 28th, 2022 12:53:59 AM
Ayotnom doesn't know many spells seeing as how his abilities are limited so he prepares the spells he normally would.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 7/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 4d6=15 ; 2d8+5=15 ; Thursday April 28th, 2022 9:35:04 AM
Seeing that Mak is also a little banged up Falco does a bit of mass healing. {Channel 15} He continues to work on Tsak to top him off {Cure Mod: 15} and making sure everyone is in top shape.
"Not know the task it is hard to know what to be ready for. For now I will make sure the ability to breath underwater is readily available to us."
____________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Freedom Of Movement (0/2) / Restoration 3rd - Water Breathing (4/4) / Cure Serious (D) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (2/2) / Resist Energy (2/2) / Cure Moderate (D) 1st- XBlessX / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith {2/2} C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Dr
DM Jeremy Battle Map Thursday April 28th, 2022 11:49:45 AM
Elyas preps his spells, and gets a good mental image of a safe spot to teleport to.
Mak lets people know that he enjoyed the Freedom of Movement spell last time they were under water.
Wil mentions he can summon his shark friend, and hopefully catch a ride. (It would require a DC 25 ride check. 20 for a fast mount, and an additional 5 for no saddle)
Kiwina is ready to go.
Rolth is also ready to go, and helps where need, keeping his eyes on the horizon.
Aytonom makes his normal preparations.
Falco heals everyone up fully, and promises to have Water Breathing readily available. I'll allow the healing to be done pre spell prep and meditation, so Falco can be fully charged.
With all the preparations one can make made, the Rose sets off to face the Challenge of Speed. Ardian's navigational device leads the Rose and her occupants in a southwesterly direction. Around mid-day on the second day the hand on the device changes direction and you know you have reached your destination. Looking around, you see nothing but ocean in every direction, and so you realize that the challenge must be underwater. You descend the ship in a spiral pattern, so as to stay on target, and soon you find yourself at the bottom of the sea again, but this time in a air bubble, and on board the Rose! On the ocean floor, you discover a trench, that appears to lead into a tunnel, and the arrow on Ardian's device is pointing directly at it. The trench and tunnel appear large enough to accommodate the Rose, even with her air bubble deployed.
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:31(AO)/27/19T/19FF|CMD 32| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/-|(FA,WN,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15)x2)) Thursday April 28th, 2022 12:57:59 PM
Mak certainly did not enjoy the freedom of movement spells as he was limited to his swim speed in the last battle, but he did see the benefits of it and totally wants that in the next battle. As soon as they get into the trench Mak comes down from the crows nest since his arrows range is less than 20' and he'd be reduced to using his sword anyway.
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste Thursday April 28th, 2022 4:06:09 PM Do we send someone out ahead to check it out, or take the Rose in? no telling what we will find in there.
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Bless Water, Magic Weapon,Sanctuary, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Consecrate - D: Aid - (if needed - Cure moderate Wounds Lv3: Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Water Breathing - used., - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite: (Sacrificed to Ffloy), Coalescence Feat (Summon Monster IV)- D: freedom of movement, Channel 4d6
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Thursday April 28th, 2022 4:50:19 PM
(OOC: Ugh... not sure why this is happening to me) "Sea.. the bottom of the sea. Wil corrects himself as what sounds like a child. "Hey," Wil says as his voice returns and he looks to his side at what appeared to no one. "I wanted to ask some of the Brambletaur sailors if they ever fished under the water?" Wil says. "Got a pole? Should try."
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:31(AO)/27/19T/19FF|CMD 32| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/-|(FA,WN,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15)x2)) Thursday April 28th, 2022 4:57:22 PM "We went to a lot of trouble to make the Rose sail beneath the waves. I say take her in, otherwise what was the point?"
Kiwina (Steve M) 106/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Thursday April 28th, 2022 7:42:57 PM OOC: The most frequent word said by my GPS is not "turn," it's "recalculating. . ."
Kiwina wonders about continuing in the direction the arrow is pointing, but above the ocean floor. Would the device keep pointing them in the right direction, only slightly down, until they were above their destination? It's an experiment worth thinking about.
On the other hand, he feels more confident that a key that was broken up and scattered would be hidden someplace. Not much chance of finding an exit to the tunnel on the other end before they reach wherever they need to be. He's ready to put off the experimenting for now.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | d20+16=24 ; Thursday April 28th, 2022 9:11:04 PM
Rolth agrees that sailing into the tunnel is a good approach, but only after looking closely to make sure that it is actually a tunnel, and not the massive maw of some sea monster.
Perception = 24
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 94/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Thursday April 28th, 2022 10:02:16 PM
Tsak belatedly thanks Falco for the healing.
I'd be happy to go scout things out if someone will give me some water breathing. I like the idea of going in on the Rose, but not the idea of trying to back her out quickly if something goes wrong?
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 23; Touch 16; Flat 19 CMD 26 Friday April 29th, 2022 1:10:19 AM
Ayotnom casts Extended Mage Armor on himself.
He says, "I don't really have water breathing or freedom of movement. Can anyone spot me?"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 7/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 Friday April 29th, 2022 10:01:05 AM "Lets take her in. To be safe I will cast water breathing on all of us as we move in. That should cover us if something happens."
____________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Freedom Of Movement (0/2) / Restoration 3rd - Water Breathing (3/4) / Cure Serious (D) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (2/2) / Resist Energy (2/2) / Cure Moderate (D) 1st- XBlessX / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith {2/2} C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Dr
Kiwina (Steve M) 106/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Friday April 29th, 2022 7:41:19 PM
Kiwina wonders about how they will see in the tunnel. Not that it will do much, but he can cast light on a spot on the bow. If they have to rely on such sources, though, they should expect some slow going.
DM Jeremy Battle Map Saturday April 30th, 2022 1:18:31 PM
Mak wasn't happy with his underwater speed, but likes the ability to fight unencumbered by the water, which he gained via Freedom of Movement. He comes down fro the crows nest.
Elyas asks if they should send in a scout, or just take the Rose in.
Wil keeps his eyes peeled.
Mak wants to take the Rose in.
Kiwina would like to make some experience with Garmin, but figures that can wait until latter.
Rolth also is in favor of entering the trench/tunnel with the Rose, though he keeps his eyes peeled for trouble.
Tsak is willing to scout ahead, but requires a means to breath water. He wants to take the Rose in, but is worried about taking her back out.
Ayotnom casts mage armor on himself, and than asks for some spells.
Falco wants to "take her in", though he casts water breathing on everyone just in case.
Kiwina casts light on the bow of the ship, and wonders how they are going to see in the tunnel.
It is decided to take the Rose into the trench, and then into the tunnel. What isn't decided yet is whether or not a scout will be sent in first. Tsak volunteered, but it hasn't been determined if he is going in, and/or if he is going solo.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | Saturday April 30th, 2022 2:10:53 PM
Rolth strongly recommends against sending a lone member of our party or crew in to scout out the trench. He opines that unless we can send a summoned creature or similarly expendable scout that can communicate what it finds back to us, we are better off to enter in force to face whatever challenge lies ahead.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 94/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Sunday May 1st, 2022 5:55:50 AM
Tsak shrugs Aww shucks, you do care! An archon sounds like a good idea to me.
He turns to Wil I'm assuming one of you can talk to the Archon, right?
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:31(AO)/27/19T/19FF|CMD 32| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/-|(FA,WN,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15)x2)) Sunday May 1st, 2022 11:26:32 AM
Mak wasn’t too sure the ship wouldn’t need to travel faster than a lone creature could move ahead of them. Considering how the ship moved so far he thought doing that would slow them down, but perhaps they needed that caution.
Kiwina (Steve M) 106/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Sunday May 1st, 2022 6:31:03 PM
Kiwina suggests they take it slow in the tunnel. They can follow the scouting archon, but he wouldn't want to go faster than that. They'll be seen long before they see things.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 23; Touch 16; Flat 19 CMD 26 Monday May 2nd, 2022 2:41:36 AM
Ayotnom says, "I got an idea, Wil and I go to the bow of the Rose he casts his summon to bring forth a Lantern Archon. I cast message on Wil, myself and the Archon and we can communicate with the Archon through whispering at up to 160 feet."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 7/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 Monday May 2nd, 2022 9:36:50 AM "That gets us some knowledge so sure. Beyond that we will have to move in, it why we have this amazing ship now."
___________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Freedom Of Movement (0/2) / Restoration 3rd - Water Breathing (3/4) / Cure Serious (D) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (2/2) / Resist Energy (2/2) / Cure Moderate (D) 1st- XBlessX / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith {2/2} C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Dr
DM Jeremy Battle Map Monday May 2nd, 2022 11:52:04 AM
Rolth is ardently opposed to someone going solo down the tunnel. He's Ok with a summoned creature scouting for them, but if they are going to go, they need to go in force.
Wil offers to summon an archon to use as a scout.
Tsak is touched that Rolth doesn't want him risking his life without his friends there for support. He likes the archon idea, and asks if Wil knows how to communicate with an archon.
Mak wonders if they need the speed of the Rose, which is far faster than most lone swimmers. He worries that sending a scout ahead would slow them down, but than again maybe caution is good.
Kiwina suggests taking things slow through the tunnel, as they follow the archon. The idea of speeding through the tunnel doesn't set right with him.
Ayotnom suggests Wil summon a lantern archon, and he will cast message on it, Wol and himself.
Falco is in favor of getting some knowledge, but realizes that eventually, they will have to enter the tunnel.
Wil's idea of summoning a lantern archon is well received, and so he proceeds to summon the creature Everyone can make a DC 12 knowledge planes check. Highlight to display spoiler: {You know that Lantern archons, like all archons, have the true speech ability, which functions as a constant tongues spell, making communication simple. You also know that they are outsiders, and like most outsiders need air to breathe.}. The archon arrives on the bow of the deck next to Wil and Ayotnom. What are your instructions for the summoned creature, and what will the Rose be doing?
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste Monday May 2nd, 2022 12:18:51 PM
Elyas agrees with the idea of sending int he archon first
knowledge planes +13 autopass.
Luckily we won't need to spend a spell on giving it light, and it will be able to communicate with us just fine. someone will need to give it water breathing though.
Elyas does not have any other preparations to assist with. He waits with the others to see what their scout will find.
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:31(AO)/27/19T/19FF|CMD 32| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Keen,Adman)|17/12/-/-/-|(FA,WN,PS,WF)**|1d6+9(15)x2)) d20+4=18 ; Monday May 2nd, 2022 5:08:45 PM
Mak had some limited knowledge of outsiders and offered up that Lantern archons, like all archons, had the true speech ability and that as outsiders they need air to breathe.
OOC: KS: Planes +4, Roll 18
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Monday May 2nd, 2022 7:09:59 PM
"Hmm..", Wil thinks for a second in response to Tsak's question. "Let me go through my list of available voices.. um... yes. As Mak says they have true speak but I will be happy to bless her with Water breathing. Shoot.. I used it on myself. Can someone please cast Water Breathing so she doesn't die? That would be tragic." "Hi, princess of the sea," Wil compliments the creature. "Can you please serve as our scout and tell me of any surprises that may appear ahead of our journey?" Round 1: Lantern Archon
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Bless Water, Magic Weapon,Sanctuary, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Consecrate - D: Aid - (if needed - Cure moderate Wounds Lv3: Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Water Breathing - used., - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite: (Sacrificed to Ffloy), Coalescence Feat (Summon Monster IV)- used D: freedom of movement, Channel 4d6
Kiwina (Steve M) 106/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Monday May 2nd, 2022 8:01:57 PM
Kiwina privately wonders if the lantern archon will be with them even a minute or two, but set about guiding the ship into the tunnel slowly. The archon should have water breathing ability before it gets really dark if Wil can find someone to cast it (Kiwina can't cast such a powerful spell).
Kiwina (Steve M) 106/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+19=27 ; Monday May 2nd, 2022 8:06:01 PM
Hmm... Profession (sailing) roll = 27 taking the ship in carefully.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | Monday May 2nd, 2022 9:19:00 PM "Hey, those archons can teleport, right? So how about it teleports some distance ahead while holding its breath, looks around, then teleports back here to the deck to report in? Rinse and repeat.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 94/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: d20+10=21 ; Monday May 2nd, 2022 11:09:08 PM
(ProfSailor=21) Tsak leaves the use of the archon to Wil and Ayotnom and does what he can to assist Kiwina with guiding the Rose (ProfSailor) into the giant underwater not at all dangerous this doesn't have trap written all over it what could go wrong cavern.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 23; Touch 16; Flat 19 CMD 26 Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 1:42:16 AM
Ayotnom says, "Don't look at me. I don't know water breathing or freedom of movement but I can cast message all day as it is a cantrip."
Ayotnom does so including Wil, "Princess of the Sea", Ayotnom and 3 more party members who are within 160 feet in the casting of the message spell.
He points to "Princess of the Sea" and Wil and says, "I'll whisper at you, you can hear me and report back to Wil through me. He'll ask questions and I'll relay them to you and give him your answer, if someone can make you breathe water. You know water breathing can be split right? If someone casts it on enough targets it won't matter if 'Princess' here takes a portion of the spell because it will only be a small fraction of the total"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 7/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 11:35:18 AM
Falco takes this moment to cast his fist use of Water breathing. He excluded Wilford as he seems to already have it and includes the summoned creature.
___________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Freedom Of Movement (0/2) / Restoration 3rd - Water Breathing (3/4) / Cure Serious (D) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (2/2) / Resist Energy (2/2) / Cure Moderate (D) 1st- XBlessX / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith {2/2} C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Dr
DM Jeremy Battle Map Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 12:38:14 PM
Elyas lets everyone know that communication with the lantern archon shouldn't be a problem, but it will need a water breathing spell, if it is going to leave the air bubble.
Mak confirms Elyas's knowledge.
Wil asks the lantern archon if it will be their scout, and is about to cast water breathing on it, but realizes he only prepared the spell once today, and that he already cast it on himself. He asks if someone else could cast the spell.
Kiwina wonders how long the archon will stick around as he guides the rose into the tunnel. he can't help with the water breathing spell.
Rolth suggests the archon use it's teleportation ability to jump ahead, hold it's breath, and than jump back. repeating that method over and over again.
Tsak leaves the archon to others and helps Kiwina guide the Rose into the tunnel.
Ayotnom is also without the means to cast water breathing, but he does cast message, hooking Wil the archon, himself, and 3 others with limited telepathy.
Falco gives everyone but Wil water breathing, including the archon.
Water breathing is handed out to everyone, and Wil shares the plan with the lantern archon, who is more than happy to help, after Falco hooks it up with water breathing. As Kiwina and Tsak guide the Rose into the tunnel, by the light of the light spell, which was cast on the ship's bow, as well as the light coming from the lantern archon, that the tunnel seems to remain the same size diameter for as far as the eye can see, which granted isn't all that far considering you are in a pitch black tunnel at the bottom of the ocean. a light spell normally offers 20 ft of illumination, 40 ft with low light vision, but with the added illumination of the archon, lets say that normal vision is 40 ft, and low light vision is 80 ft essentially doubling you light capacity. Of course those with darkvision can see just fine for the entire range of the ability.
The lantern archon isn't willing to teleport blindly, but is willing to swim ahead, however before it has a chance to leave the bubble, you hear a rumble behind the Rose. Turning to look, you witness a rock wall sliding down from the ceiling, which completely blocks the rear exit, leaving only one direction to go, forward. Everyone make a DC 15 perception check Highlight to display spoiler: { you see a ginormous school of red fish that resemble piranhas swimming towards the Rose at high speed. It is clear that such a large swarm would be difficult, if not impossible to defeat, and fleeing would probably be best.}
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste d20+12=27 ; Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 12:53:00 PM We have incoming! big swarm of dangerous-looking fish! We need to move, now!
welp, so much for scouting he thinks looks like this is the challenge of speed!
Elyas helps the crew man the fan, cranking it as fast as it will go to give some extra speed to the ship. Elyas was hoping to be able to use haste for this challenge, but he can't exactly cast that on a ship! still, speed is of the essence, so he gives the Petals a burst of speed to help them man their stations faster [ooc: cast haste on all 8 party members, plus Ramsey and one more crew member]
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d20+12=24 ; Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 2:36:11 PM
"Swarm! swarm, swarm," Wil chants.. just because he's wierd. He casts Sanctuary on himself. "I wish I could cast a giant net. We could then capture the swarm but... here's my plan. I'm going to cast all my magic weapons and we will fight them from the rear of the boat.. hoping we can run fast enough. Any spell to move us faster available? A fleet of foot.. they say. the voices say be fleetful.. is that even a word, fleetful?"
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Bless Water, Magic Weapon,Sanctuary, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Consecrate - D: Aid - (if needed - Cure moderate Wounds Lv3: Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Water Breathing - used., - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite: (Sacrificed to Ffloy), Coalescence Feat (Summon Monster IV)- used D: freedom of movement, Channel 4d6
Kiwina (Steve M) 106/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+19=34 ; Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 6:15:11 PM "Ayotnom, tell the archon to stay in the center of the tunnel and go as fast as it can. We'll follow it through as long as it can help us!" The archon might start faster than the Rose. but Kiwina's confident they'll be able to keep up when up to speed. They can see the archon a long way off and will know if the archon starts bobbing that the tunnel does something strange. They will have to trust that it stays mostly clear, though.
Profession sailor = 34 to get the ship up to speed and keep a straight course.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | d20+16=28 ; Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 9:39:56 PM
Rolth looks at the fish closely, wondering whether they can fly in our air bubble, and how quickly they might reach us. If they cannot fly, we would do well to stand back from the ship's railing. Just in case it comes to combat, he activates his amulet of mighty fists (electricity) and wonders aloud, "Do you think a water elemental might slow them down? Can anyone summon one?
(Perception = 28)
Effect Tracking: Water Breathing (from Falco) Haste (from Elyas) Low Light Vision (Darkvision when raging) Bardic Performance 0/12 rounds used (inactive) Rage 0/24 rounds used (inactive) Channel Energy 0/5 used Calming Touch 0/5 used
Spell Slots: Stabilize 0/1 used Light 0/1 used True Strike 0/1 used Detect Poison 0/1 used Bless 0/1 used Magic Missile 0/1 used Lesser Restoration 0/1 used Shield Other 0/1 used 1st level 0/4 used 2nd level 0/2 used
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 94/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: water breathing, hasted d20+15=20 ; d20+10=15 ; Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 11:20:05 PM
(Perception vs spoiler=20 Success; ProfSailor=15) I suggest we put everything into speed and fight them only if necessary. There might not be much current in here, make sure the sails are trimmed so as not to slow us down.
As the tunnel seems to be straight, Tsak moves to help Elyas with the steam engine and fan (ProfSailor).
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 23; Touch 16; Flat 19 CMD 26 d20+16=26 ; Wednesday May 4th, 2022 1:42:19 AM
(Perception: 26)
Ayotnom notices the swarm of fish and what Kiwana says.
He points at the Archon and relays Kiwana's wishes thanks to the message spell.
He moves to where Kiwana is and casts heroism. Kiwana gets +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attacks and skill checks.for an hour.
Effect Tracking: Water Breathing (from Falco) Haste (from Elyas) Mage Armor - 12 hours +4 to AC Heroism on Kiwana - +2 morale bonus to saves, attacks and skill checks - 1 hour
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 7/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 d20+14=29 ; d20+8=13 ; Wednesday May 4th, 2022 9:46:24 AM
{Perception: 29}
"Running does seem to be the mission of the quest anyway. Lets get a move on."
As he pitches in to help get he ship moving.
"Of course if a bunch of fish came though the air bubble they would suffocate pretty quickly anyway..."
{Prof Sailor Aid: 13}___________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Freedom Of Movement (0/2) / Restoration 3rd - Water Breathing (3/4) / Cure Serious (D) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (2/2) / Resist Energy (2/2) / Cure Moderate (D) 1st- XBlessX / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith {2/2} C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Dr
DM Jeremy Battle Map Wednesday May 4th, 2022 11:45:29 AM
Elyas spots the fish swarm, casts haste, and than starts helping crank the fan.
Will spots the fish swarm, and considers casting spiritual weapon. He wishes there was a spell that would make the ship faster.
Kiwina suggests having the Archon move ahead, and the Rose will follow at high speed.
Rolth wonders if the fish can travel in their air bubble and activates his amulet of mighty fists. He wonders if a water elemental might be helpful, and asks if anyone can summon one.
Tsak suggests speed and fighting only if needed. He heads down to help Elyas with the crank.
Ayotnom relays Kiwina's message, and than casts Heroism on Kiwina.
Falco figures speed is what they need, and reminds everyone that the fish need to stay in the water to breathe.
Everyone notices the swarm, and watch as the strange fish start trying to nip at the hull of the Rose. Luckily the fast actions of Kiwina as well as Elyas and Tsak keeps the Rose just out of range of the destructive teeth. The Archon flys to the bow and than stops. "The ship is traveling faster than I can swim. I can't out travel her without teleporting blindly, which is something I won't due. I'm sorry that I can't be of better use to you, but I can help illuminate the ship, for the duration of the spell." (Lantern archons fly at 60 ft per round. Tnat would be cut in half underwater, so it's swim speed would only be 30 ft per round.)
You hear Ramsey bark an order, "To the oars and crank men!" and you realize he is intent to out run the swarm, and hopefully avoid any damage to the Rose and/or it occupants.
There are two ways to make the Rose faster. Navigaton and Rowing/fan cranking. Only one person can navigate, but anyone can row or crank the fan. In order to stay ahead of the fish at least 4 successful major checks per round must be made. I will allow a +2 to skill checks because of the haste spell. There are also minor checks that can be made to help out. However in order to make a repair check, damage must be done to the Rose first.
Navigation - Profession (Sailor) DC 14 Rowing/Cranking - Strength or Profession (Sailor) DC 16
Minor Checks
Lookout - Perception DC 15 +2 To Navigation Repair - Craft (Can be made untrained) DC 14 +1 To Rowing Defend - Attack roll (or offensive spell) DC 17 Prevents damage Slow the swarm - Attack roll (or offensive spell) AC 16 3/round, -1 “fail”
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:26/18T/19FF|CMD 31|+1 CLB:Arrows(20)|14/9/-/14(RS)/14(H)|(FA,WF,WS,WT,DA,RS,H,MS)**|1d8+15(20)x3)) d20+14=31 ; d20+14=17 d20+14=15 d20+9=19 d6=3 d6=5 d6=1 d20+14=27 d6=6 Wednesday May 4th, 2022 11:51:00 AM "One of those handy webs across the tunnel behind us might help!" Mak yelled out as he moved to the aft castle and drew out his bow. Shooting into the water would be useless but here in the aft section with the air bubble he'd be able to pincushion the ones that managed to break through.
OOC: Perception +14, Roll 31
Slow the Swarm. To hit. Roll 17, 15, 19, 27. Damage 75hp. #1:3+5+30, #3:1+15, #4:6+15.
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste d20+12=27 ; Wednesday May 4th, 2022 1:34:54 PM "I've never tried casting a web spell going at this kind of speed before! Elyas replies to Mak There's no telling if it would actually stop them or not. if they get closer I can hit them with some lightning or something. but we are better off just going fast!
Elyas will use his skill as a sailor and his familiarity with the workings of the fan (from all the time he has spent maintaining and repairing the thing) to oversee the use of the fan as a propeller.
Profession Sailor = 29 (includes the haste bonus)
[ooc: I think Elyas will be much more effective right now helping with the Major checks as I have invested decently in Proff Sailor (+14 bonus with the haste on). I don't want to try to get too cute with trying spells that don't contribute to those rolls unless we get in a bind here.]
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d20+11=25 ; d8+2=9 ; d20+5=12 ; d20+2=11 ; Wednesday May 4th, 2022 5:59:32 PM
Wil casts a Spiritual weapon and sends it out toward the side of the boat to prepare to fight. "Not sure if magic bolts will help us much but here is goes. Kinda don't have another option."
(SW1: +7 rounds)(AC 25 for 9) 2nd (AC 12 for miss)
"Could you try some light rays?" Wil shouts to the Archon at the front of the boat. You are a magic creature, maybe it will pierce through and stop that swarm?" (Lantern Archon: +6 round)(AC: 11 for miss)
"... and that's a no," Wil said as the light ray disappears. "Hey, I thought that fan was steam-driven or am I just a crazy fool."
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Bless Water, Magic Weapon,Sanctuary, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Consecrate - D: Aid - (if needed - Cure moderate Wounds Lv3: Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Water Breathing - used., - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite: (Sacrificed to Ffloy), Coalescence Feat (Summon Monster IV)- used D: freedom of movement, Channel 4d6
Kiwina (Steve M) 106/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+21=25 ; Wednesday May 4th, 2022 6:13:25 PM
Kiwina takes navigation. He's the most experienced at sailing. "Ramsey, how many men do we have on the oars and do you need more?" While he's glad that some are slowing the fish, it seems that speeding the boat might be more prudent.
(Profession sailor = 25; includes haste and magic items)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC21 (T15/F14) 94/94 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: water breathing, hasted d20+12=14 ; Wednesday May 4th, 2022 9:15:14 PM
(ProfSailor=14 row/crank fail) Tsak tries to help Elyas but as the haste really hits everything speeds up and slows down at the same time. Unable to adjust he is more a liability than an asset this round.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | d20+11=19 ; Wednesday May 4th, 2022 10:52:14 PM
Rolth begins to sing a fast-tempo tune, inspiring Tsak to unexpected competence (giving him a total of profession sailor = 16 = success) In the meantime, he works on the navigation.
(Profession sailor = 19 = success)
Effect Tracking: Water Breathing (from Falco) Haste (from Elyas) Low Light Vision (Darkvision when raging) Bardic Performance 1/12 rounds used (active) Rage 0/24 rounds used (inactive) Channel Energy 0/5 used Calming Touch 0/5 used
Spell Slots: Stabilize 0/1 used Light 0/1 used True Strike 0/1 used Detect Poison 0/1 used Bless 0/1 used Magic Missile 0/1 used Lesser Restoration 0/1 used Shield Other 0/1 used 1st level 0/4 used 2nd level 0/2 used
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 23; Touch 16; Flat 19 CMD 26 d20+13=20 ; d8+3=5 ; Thursday May 5th, 2022 12:22:23 AM
Ayotnom is not a sailor and although he is a minotaur he is still a finesse fighter so helping sail the ship is out for him. He is perceptive but with Kiwina at the helm the Taur doesn't think playing lookout is necessary.
Ayotnom does have hand of the apprentice and so will move to the stern of the ship and use the granted ability of his arcane school specialization of being a universalist wizard to have his rapier strike 30 feet out and then instantly return to his hand.
21 vs AC (forgot haste); success; 5 magical piercing damage
Effect Tracking: Water Breathing (from Falco) Haste (from Elyas) Mage Armor - 12 hours +4 to AC Heroism on Kiwana - +2 morale bonus to saves, attacks and skill checks - 1 hour 1/8 - hand of the apprentice daily uses spent
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 7/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 Thursday May 5th, 2022 11:22:57 AM
{Prof Sailor Aid: 13}___________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Freedom Of Movement (0/2) / Restoration 3rd - Water Breathing (3/4) / Cure Serious (D) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (2/2) / Resist Energy (2/2) / Cure Moderate (D) 1st- XBlessX / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith {2/2} C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Dr
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 7/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 d20+8=24 ; Thursday May 5th, 2022 11:25:52 AM
{SOrry for the blank post, I hit Submit instead of roll!}
Falco pitches in on the rowing as someone else has navigation covered. He is small but willing to work hard and seems to be actually helping. {Prof Sailor: 24}
{Prof Sailor Aid: 13}___________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Freedom Of Movement (0/2) / Restoration 3rd - Water Breathing (3/4) / Cure Serious (D) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (2/2) / Resist Energy (2/2) / Cure Moderate (D) 1st- XBlessX / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith {2/2} C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Dr
Mak thinks a web spell may be helpful. He fires at the swarm to help slow it down.
Elyas claims he isn't sure he can cast web at these speeds, and feels he would be better off spinning the crank, which he does successfully.
Wil and his Archon attempt to slow the swarm, but both sadly miss their target. He wonders reminds them that the fan is steam powered.
Kiwina, being the most experienced navigator takes the wheel. and keeps the Rose a the fastest course.
Tsak tries to help at the cranks, but struggles.
Rolth sings a tune, and the struggling Tsak finds the inspiration to succeed. He starts heading towards the helm's wheel, but sees that Kiwina already has that under control, so he grabs a set of oars and starts pulling.
Ayotnom uses his hand of the apprentice ability to help slow the swarm.
Falco grabs some oars and begins rowing for all he's worth.
Just a reminder, only one person can navigate, but everyone can row or crank. Kiwina was already at the wheel, since he is the one who guided the Rose into the tunnel, so I changed Rolth's check to rowing. If you wish to change positions, please feel free to do so.
I'm not sure I clarified how the slow the swarm works. It takes 3 successful hits, in a single round, to make the swarm back off. In other words, it negates one failed major check, which would result in the ship taking damage. Also, I forgot to mention in yesterday's post that a failed major check allows the ship to take damage, unless the damage is negated by slowing the swarm. Even if all failed major checks are negated, unless there are at least 4 successful checks the Rose takes damage. Another thing I forgot to mention, Ramsey and the crew are also helping. they offer 6 aid another rolls, rolled by me, that you can apply to your rolls, if they succeed.
I hope this helps clarify things, any questions, please shoot me an email.
Ramsey yells out an answer to Wil's question, "Of course she's steam powered, but the cranks assist the steam engine, allowing it to achieve higher speeds." The petals are succesful in keeping the Rose on the fastest course, as well as boosting her speed enough to keep the swarm away from the hull of the ship. Mak, Wil, and Ayotnom do their best to hold the swarm at bay, and the combined effort of everyone keeps the Rose from receiving any damage this round. The crew are doing their best to assist where ever possible, and provide 4 aid others that can be used this round.
Navigation - Profession (Sailor) DC 14 Rowing/Cranking - Strength or Profession (Sailor) DC 16
Minor Checks
Lookout - Perception DC 15 +2 To Navigation Repair - Craft (Can be made untrained) DC 14 +1 To Rowing Slow the swarm - Attack roll (or offensive spell) AC 16 3/round, -1 “fail”
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d20+11=31 ; d20+11=31 ; d8+3=7 ; d8+3=10 ; d20+11=15 ; d20+11=17 ; d8+3=9 ; d20+5=23 ; d8+3=9 ; d20+2=9 ; Thursday May 5th, 2022 3:48:37 PM
"Thanks," Wil says to Ramsey. "That does make sense. I thought it was steam-powered but I didn't remember. That must be why we have a pipe sticking out of the deck. This ship is amazing." Wil casts his second Spiritual weapon and fires
(SW1: +6 rounds)(AC: 31 crit (confirm: 31) - for 17) 2nd (AC: 15 - for miss) (SW2: +7 rounds)(AC: 17 - for 9) 2nd (AC: 23 - for 9) (Lantern Archon: +5 round)(AC: 9 - for miss)
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Bless Water, Magic Weapon, Sanctuary, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon, Consecrate - D: Aid - (if needed - Cure moderate Wounds Lv3: Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Summon Monster III-(Sacrificed to Ffloy), Water Breathing - used., - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite: (Sacrificed to Ffloy), Coalescence Feat (Summon Monster IV)- used D: freedom of movement, Channel 4d6
Mak(JamesM)(72/72)HP|AC:26/18T/19FF|CMD 31|+1 CLB:Arrows(10)|14/9/-/14(RS)/14(H)|(FA,WF,WS,WT,DA,RS,H,MS)**|1d8+15(20)x3)) d20+14=30 ; d20+14=20 ; d20+14=16 ; d20+14=17 ; d20+9=15 ; d6+15=16 ; d6+15=20 ; d6+15=20 ; d6+15=21 ; Thursday May 5th, 2022 3:48:46 PM
Mak looked ahead of them and called out to the helmsman what he saw as he turned back to the swarm and fired with his bow. Once more his shots passed over the rail and slowed the swarm as it bore down upon them.
"Crank faster!" Mak called out as the flashing white teeth were chomping at the envelope of air that surrounded the Rose.
OOC: Perception +14, Roll 30. Mak - Slow the Swarm Roll 20, 16, 17, 15. Three hits, Damage 77hp
Kiwina (Steve M) 106/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+21=22 ; Thursday May 5th, 2022 7:46:15 PM
Kiwina counts. . . Mak, Wil, Ayotnom, and an archon slowing the swarm. Elyas, Tsak, Rolth, and Falco speeding the ship. Himself steering. Sailors pitching in. He's not going to complain about that setup. If someone else does, the group will figure things out.
He keeps the Rose on course.
Profession sailor = 22
Kiwina (Steve M) 106/106 HP | AC:21 (normal) or 22 (using 2 weapons) +4 vs AoO + 1 underwater | HeP: 6 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Thursday May 5th, 2022 7:54:08 PM
Let's rethink that. . . Kiwina is as good on the oars, which looks to be more difficult. "Falco, do you want to swap?"
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (89/89HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 26) | d20+9=11 ; Thursday May 5th, 2022 8:32:14 PM
Having been waved off of the ship's wheel, Rolth puts his back into turning the crank some more. He feels his grip slipping, digs deep into his heroic heart, and calls for one of the sailors to aid him.
Profession Sailor = 15 (including a hero point), +2 if the crewman aids him, which would be a success
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 76/76 | AC : 23; Touch 16; Flat 19 CMD 26 d20+14=25 ; d8+3=8 ; Thursday May 5th, 2022 10:07:54 PM
Ayotnom decides that since that worked so well last time he's gonna try it again.
The rapier flies out from his hand a second time and strikes another group of angry fish before returning back to his hand.
25 vs AC; 8 magic piercing damage.
Effect Tracking: Water Breathing (from Falco) Haste (from Elyas) Mage Armor - 12 hours +4 to AC Heroism on Kiwana - +2 morale bonus to saves, attacks and skill checks - 1 hour 2/8 - hand of the apprentice daily uses spent
Thanks to Rolth's help Tsak now has a handle on the whirlwind of speeding ship, snapping fish, fast reflexes and slow mind. He sets his feet and puts his back into it, hoping to maintain enough speed to keep the Rose in one piece.
Elyas (Ben A.) (84/73 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +8( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor, darkvision, haste d20+12=13 ; Friday May 6th, 2022 11:21:49 AM
Elyas continues to work the crank, or coordinate those who are doing the strength work.
the stress of the situation is starting to get to everyone, and elyas almost falters. he digs deep and gets back on task
(only a 15 on the check including the haste bonus. will use a hero point to make it a success, 2 hero points remaining.)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 7/7 DC17 | Hero Point 5/7 d20+10=19 ; d20+10=24 ; Friday May 6th, 2022 12:26:26 PM "Might be better Kiwina. Plays more to my strengths, which are not strength."
{Navigation: 19}
Falco bounds off to help steer and guide the ship.
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