DM Jeremy Tuesday September 27th, 2022 12:00:30 PM
Falco doubles down on the need for interracial interaction, and explains why he is so intent on the issue.
Elyas joins the explorers, and is surprised at how many similarities there are between life above and below the waves.
Wil tells Salvas that he struggles with trust as well, but he has found some trustworthy people in the Wold. He asks if gambling is OK here, as he tries to strike up a game of chance. Salvas says gambling is fine as long as things remain civil among the gamblers.
Rolth agrees with Falco, and asks for these merfolk consider saying hi when they are near, and maybe even visit them. He tells Salvas that the Wold is a better place when different peoples interact.
Ayotnom agrees with Falco, but worries about the kelp garden.
Tsak is surprised that such an isolated village can be so welcoming.
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Salvas says he agrees with the Petals, and claims that now that their duty is fulfilled, he plans to go out and see more of the Wold, and creating as many bonds of friendship as possible. He says he will encourage his people to do like wise, and claims he hopes to see you again in the future.
Salvas and Lilly swim you back to the Rose, and make their farewells, and then turn and swim back to their village.
A year passes, and in that time you have been busy working tirelessly to bring the much desired unity to the Islands. As you were working out in the open, the leaders of the taurs were working behind the scenes, thanks to Domi's mirrors, and it has finally come to pass! Sure their is a very small group that hold to the old grudges, but by far and large, the taurish people desire to work together, united as one people.
Trade agreements and treaties have be ratified, and signed, and for the first time since the taurs split into three separate peoples, there is unity. To commemorate this joyous achievement, a new holiday has been created, "Unification Day". It is important to note that the 3 island nations still maintain their sovereignty, but they have vowed to work together for the good of all taurs.
Of course the Petals have been invited to attend as special guests , due to all their hard work that made this celebration even possible.
So that all three nations can have equal standing, it was decided that each year a different island will host the celebration, and it was determined, by lots, that the first annual Unification Day celebration will be held in Chessford, on Liontaur island.
The Petals have arrived a few days early, and are just about to sit down to a meal at the Wanderer's Roost.
(As a year has passed, you can assume that any training or anything else your character was wanting to do, has been done)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103) HP | AC: 18; Touch: 13; CMD: 27) | Tuesday September 27th, 2022 4:58:30 PM
Rolth basks in the bonhomie of the Eight Petaled Rose, reflecting on the events of the past few years. How long ago it seems that he, Kiwina, and Sable set out from Bridge Island, determined to do Domis will and begin to reunite taur kind! And add to that the changes wrought by the Warper Sar, including the metamorphosis of our dear friend Falco. Our travels have brought us to strange and interesting lands, and all manner of creatures, good and fell. The normally restless liontaur feels an unusual contentment. He smiles to himself, knowing that this cannot last. For the Eight Petaled Rose are heroes, and heroes need adventure! Surely it will come calling soon!
But enough of this introspection. Rolth claps Mak on the shoulder and announces loudly, "Why Mak, that is most generous of you! Huzzah for Mak, who has offered to buy everyone a round!
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Tuesday September 27th, 2022 6:30:51 PM "A wind please but, YES, Mak thanks to you for speaking up. These good people all deserve a drink!"
Falco happily goes along with Rolth's craftmanship of the scene. A year, it seems so long and yet so short with the companions they have found.
__________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (2/2) / Dimensional Anchor 3rd - Water Breathing (1/1) / Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness 2nd- Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy / Cure Moderate (D) / Silence / Zone of Truth 1st- Bless / Cure Light Wounds (D) / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:34-AO/30/22T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier +1-Agile,Keen,Adm|14/9/4/-/-|(FA,WN,FD,PS,WF,WS)**|1d6+11(15)x2) Tuesday September 27th, 2022 8:11:49 PM
Mak had been away for some time and looked forward to reuniting with the petals. Mak had changed. Perhaps not in behavior as that was to be seen, but his appearance was different. He was thinner than before, but it could have been the better fitting armor. His new armor was as black as the blade of his sword with a purple tabard displaying his families crest, that of a black dragon on a yellow field. He still sported his longbow, but when he walked it was with one had upon his sword.
When he spotted Tsak he grinned broadly and grasped the mans hand in a warriors grip. That he'd somehow offered to buy a round didn't phase him. "Make it two then!" he exclaimed to those gathered round.
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Tuesday September 27th, 2022 8:33:29 PM
Wil has accomplished quite a bit in a year. He completed his WLA training.. months and months of training. (Thought of completing up to 11 - not sure if that's appropriate though - let me know. I need to update the sheet) Wil was noticeably more professional in the way he stood and he smiled. With the training, he even got married to a beautiful light brown centaur named Sandi. Another thing to notice is he seemed to talk to himself less. He managed to have a handle on the voices with the help of a medicine man in the area. He sits with the others. "How's it going adventurer group?" he says. "It's been a moment. Sorry, I've been absent. Catch me up?"
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Tuesday September 27th, 2022 9:59:36 PM
Kiwina isn't one to stay in one place too long. Not when there's an ocean. He's been sailing between the islands and exploring the Shipwreck Shoals for the past year -- perhaps on the Rose if the others agreed, perhaps on other vessels. It's not as if three magic mirrors can do everything. People still insist on meeting people, and ships are still needed. As well, there has been occasional need for a justicar here ot there.
Still, it's good to be gathering back with everyone. Kiwina looks the same -- down to the creases on his haversack -- except for the tattoo Rolth put on his left shoulder to match the one he's always had on the right. Oh, and the ioun stone that had been the heart of the sphinx.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 15 CMD 27 Tuesday September 27th, 2022 10:52:27 PM
Ayotnom says, "Wow, that year flew by so fast I barely notice it pass. So now that we have united the Taur people again how long do you reckon it will take for the separate Taur people to becom one again through interbreeding? If I remember correctly before the fracturing there was once just a single Taur race with aspects of all 3 of our individual Minotaur, Liontaur and Centaur we have now."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 84/84 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: with tail, down-levelled. Wednesday September 28th, 2022 12:59:07 AM
Tsak returns Mak's handshake enthusiastically Bloody good to see ya mate!
Tsak and Esmerelda had spent their time with Kiwina, sailing the Rose, exploring the area and keeping an eye on the Taur Isles. A small step back had seen them talking more than fighting, but they were still a known quantity.
This year sees Tsak a bit more relaxed and windswept, but his interest in the peoples of the Isles and their affairs hasn't diminished. This whole area feels like home now.
Appreciating Rolth's humor he sits down with the rest of the Petals to catch up over a pint or two and some succulent boar.
DM Jeremy Wednesday September 28th, 2022 11:16:57 AM
Rolth enjoys the reprieve, but realizes it can't last forever. He volunteers Mak for buying the first round.
Falco backs up Rolth's play.
Mak has made some changes to his appearance. He is unphased by Rolth's ruse, and offers to by two rounds.
Wil gets caught up on his WLA training, and seems to be a bit of a changed man. (If you can afford all the training, you can go as high as your level.) It seems he has found a way to control the voices in his head, and he found found love.
Kiwina kept busy in the down time, but apart from a couple of new additions, he looks the same.
Ayotnom wonders how long it will take for inter breeding to recreate the unified taur race.
Tsak spent his down time with Kiwina.
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As the Petals are finishing the first round that Mak paid for, and are about to order the second, a male liontaur child, dressed in dirty and tattered clothes, stumbles into the inn. The child looks around and calls in a weak voice, I need to talk to the Eight Petaled Rose!, only to collapse unconscious. A DC 10 heal check Highlight to display spoiler: {He appears exhausted, famished, and dehydrated, } and a DC15 perception check Highlight to display spoiler: {you see tear steaks in the dirt covering his face.}
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:34-AO/30/22T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier +1-Agile,Keen,Adm|14/9/4/-/-|(FA,WN,FD,PS,WF,WS)**|1d6+11(15)x2) d20=16 ; d20+14=20 ; Wednesday September 28th, 2022 11:23:01 AM "I must say that this young Taur is in distress. Let's get him some refreshment and a moist towel to wipe his face." Mak said after noting that the Liontaur had been crying and looked as if he hadn't eaten or drank in several days.
OOC: Heal +0, Roll 16 Perception +14, Roll 20
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste d20+3=13 ; d20+13=23 ; Wednesday September 28th, 2022 11:25:15 AM
[ooc: sorry missed the post yesterday...]
Elyas has been with the Rose for the past year, likely sailing with Kiwina around the islands helping where needed and seeing the dream of uniting the Islands start to come to pass. He is always more comfortable out at sea, and doesn't stay ashore for long when it can be helped.
when the group is enjoying their drinks, Elyas joins in enthusiastically, but not to excess. he drops what he is doing when the child comes in
He is not an expert healer, but he knows enough to see that the liontaur boy is severely dehydrated. "quick! he calls to the server "bring me some water! and some broth. this boy needs help!
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 d20+3=11 ; d20+15=24 ; Wednesday September 28th, 2022 1:15:11 PM
During the year Falco did a few things. First and foremost he composed his journal into a more coherent story of the travels of the Petals going all the way back to the tournament. Filling quite a bit of paper he did bind it himself and keeps it in his Haversack. His idea is to continue the journal and have a record when their days of travel come to and end.
He also, with some effort, found a smith that would let him help out a bit practicing his old craft. Not at the level to making anything fine, as he had hope, he decided to continue to craft even if it is not his love. The Wold can always use a new sword here and there.
With the others he is happy for the second glass of wine but become serious when the boy arrives. {Heal 11 | Perception: 24}
"Lad you appear unharmed of body. Come drink something and tell us how we can help your distress."
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+25=35 ; Wednesday September 28th, 2022 6:28:38 PM
Seeing that the child is unconscious and that his friends are beginning to tend to him, Kiwina looks for clues as to where he might have come from. Was he running as if being chased, or simply worn out from a long journey? Perception = 35
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 84/84 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Wednesday September 28th, 2022 10:37:41 PM
Tsak puts down the turkey leg he was about to dig in to. Here we go again he thinks to himself.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 15 CMD 27 d20+2=20 ; d20+17=21 ; Thursday September 29th, 2022 12:15:34 AM
Heal: 20 Perception: 21
Ayotnom says, "Aye I agree with the assessment that this child is dehydrated, exhausted and in need of nourishment. Also he has been crying of late so let's get him some food and water and maybe some warmth and then see what he needed to speak to us so urgently about."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103) HP | AC: 18; Touch: 13; CMD: 27) | Thursday September 29th, 2022 9:12:37 AM
Rolth will move to assist the young taur as well. His Mark of Domi tattoos flash blue, and he bestows a blessing upon the child, with the intention of bringing him from an exhausted state to merely fatigued. (Lesser restoration). Time permitting, he will use his Calming Touch to remove the fatigue as well. He is eager to help the youngling, as well as to hear what urgent quest he has brought
DM Jeremy Thursday September 29th, 2022 11:16:24 AM
The Petals all rush to help the youngling, offering food and drink, as they realize he is famished and dehydrated, but the poor lad is unconscious. Luckily, Rolth takes care of that, and the boy dives into the food and drink as though he hadn't eaten or had anything to drink in days. Once he has refreshed those needs, he looks up at the Petals and says, "Thank you that was very kind of you. You wouldn't by chance happen to know where I can find The Eight Petaled Rose? I need them, they are the only ones I can trust."
The lad seems to have some trust issues, possibly brought on by whatever caused him to be in such a state, and it is clear he has no idea who he is talking to at the moment. There is also a hint of desperation in his voice, which is easy to detect.
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:34-AO/30/22T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier +1-Agile,Keen,Adm|14/9/4/-/-|(FA,WN,FD,PS,WF,WS)**|1d6+11(15)x2) d20+9=23 ; d20+6=12 ; d20+16=21 ; d20+7=9 ; d20+3=4 ; d20+9=14 ; Thursday September 29th, 2022 12:24:19 PM
Mak stood back and let the clerics work while he watched for signs of deception from the youngling. He also tried to garner a little more information about the Taur from his present state, the type of grime or detritus covering him, his apparel, or anything that would reveal where this taur came from.
OOC: Perception +16, Roll 21 Sense Motive +9, Roll 23 Survival +6, Roll 12 KS: Geography +7, Roll 9 KS: Local +3, Roll 4 (He knows nothing about Liontaur isle apparently) KS: Nobility and Royalty +9, Roll 14
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Thursday September 29th, 2022 1:16:59 PM
Falco backs away from the boy waiting with anticipation, maybe it is time to get back to the life of adventure.
"We are them lad."
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste Thursday September 29th, 2022 2:43:03 PM
Elyas is a bit surprised that the boy is looking for them specifically, and on the first day in a long time that the whole crew has been together in one place.
Awful lucky there, you found us! now, what seems to be the trouble young sir?
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103) HP | AC: 18; Touch: 13; CMD: 27) | d20+23=43 ; Thursday September 29th, 2022 3:09:34 PM
Sending the youths uncertainty, and glad we were able to help him recover, Rolth turns on the genuine charm. [b]"Ah, well, I am glad that you are being cautious, but I must conclude that Domi has guided your paws to reach us. For as these fellows have said, we are indeed the Eight Petaled Rose. I am Rolth, perhaps you have heard of me as one of the Petals. And here is my tattoo of the Eight Petal Roses symbol, a compass rose itself. You will see that we bear gear from our participation in the great fight when the corrupted Sar rose. And I doubt there are many companies with a liontaur, centaur, minotaur, and one such as good Falco here. Not to mention our wonderful human companions who daily show the way back to noble status! So, I hope I have established our identities sufficiently, and we can move on to the pressing need that brings you here. Is it something that we should speak of publicly, or shall we go to a private room?[b]
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Thursday September 29th, 2022 7:52:51 PM
Kiwina makes a show of counting the others, coming up with seven. After two more attempts, he "remembers" to count himself. It's a poor joke, especially for a tired youngster.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 15 CMD 27 Friday September 30th, 2022 1:44:30 AM
Ayotnom says, "Aye, that's us. Well we are the current incarnation. You know how adventuring parties are. The membership shifts as time goes on."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 84/84 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Friday September 30th, 2022 2:33:08 AM
Seeing as how the lad isn't dead, Tsak picks up the turkey leg again. No sense wasting it.
He can see several of the petals watching the lad closely, so stays sitting where he is. There's enough of them around and the kid isn't going anywhere. He zens it and waits for whatever the story is. Island of terror, damsel in distress, crazy wizard, lobstermen? The suspense builds...
DM Jeremy Friday September 30th, 2022 12:37:22 PM
As the different Petals make their introductions. Mak tries to pinpoint where the lad may be from, but as he is wearing the clothes of a commoner, which is pretty universal throughout the island, it's hard to pin point. The filth he is covered in seems to originate from different locations on Liontaur Island, which makes it appear as if the boy has been searching for a while. Mak, Wil, and Tsak try to determine if anything is off about the lad, but they don't see anything that would cause suspicion.
After the Petals make their introductions, the lad breaths a sigh of relief, and says,
"Thank the gods, I was beginning to think I would never find you. May name is Haltavar, and a few days ago, I was out fishing with some friends and caught a whole stringer of fish. Having plenty of fish for a good meal for my parents, younger sister, and myself I decided to go home. When I approached our home I noticed something odd. The usual sound of the sheep my father raises, was silenced. I had no idea what would have caused the sheep to be silent, but I knew it probably wasnft good, so I carefully approached my home. The first thing I saw was that the whole flock had been killed, with several looking as if they had been half-eaten. I looked around and at first I couldnft find my family, but then I found the half eaten remains of my mom and dad, and a pool of blood a few feet behind them. Ifm certain that that pool of blood is all that's left of my little sister.h
At this point, Haltavar breaks down and starts crying, uncontrollably, and it takes several minutes for the Petals to get anything out of him. Finally he regains his composure, and says:
gI c I need to avenge my family, but I know I canft do it myself, so I ran all the way here from the other side of the island, not even stopping to sleep, hoping to enlist the help of the famous Eight Petal Rose to help bring whatever beast killed my family, to justice. Will you help?h
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste Friday September 30th, 2022 12:58:01 PM
Elyas looks at the others. "This certainly sounds like something we should look into! a beast on this island big enough to take down a whole herd and this family shouldn't be left roaming. I haven't heard any other reports like this, have any of you?
to the boy he says "can you tell us more about where you live? are there others living near you? how close to the sea are you? has anyone else had an attack like this near you?
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Friday September 30th, 2022 1:09:11 PM
Falco is taken aback by the story.
"Poor lad, what a terrible tale! It does sound like we can help but, more importantly, what shall we do to help you in the long term. Is there family near where you lived?"
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Friday September 30th, 2022 3:00:12 PM "What port is your home closest to, and how close?" Kiwina tries to figure out if it would be faster to sail around or go on foot. This doesn't sound like something to let delay.
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:34-AO/30/22T/19FF|CMD 36| Rapier +1-Agile,Keen,Adm|14/9/4/-/-|(FA,WN,FD,PS,WF,WS)**|1d6+11(15)x2) Friday September 30th, 2022 4:13:08 PM Coughdragon..cough Mak said to Tsak under his breath.
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Friday September 30th, 2022 5:12:49 PM
"You sure it's not just a pack of wolves? A large pack, Any fur or evidence left behind? Some clue as to what it could be? So sorry for your loss.. don't mean to be abrupt and force you to relive the trauma." "Would you like something to drink? Can we get this lad something stronger?"
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 84/84 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Friday September 30th, 2022 10:45:19 PM
Tsak raises an eyebrow at Mak. That's all he gets for now. Don't want to upset the lad. Surely a dragon would have burned everything down, sounds more like lobstermen. Bloody mongrels.
Tsak carefully wipes his hands on the nearest tablecloth, as dictated by good manners, and signals Esmerelda that its time to go.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103) HP | AC: 18; Touch: 13; CMD: 27) | Friday September 30th, 2022 11:05:06 PM
Rolth is impressed by this tough lad. "Well, I too would like to see Justice served. And moreover, to ensure that no other family has to endure the same suffering and loss. If we were to sail around the island, could you point out your home or village from the sea? That may be he quickest way to reach your home."
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 15 CMD 27 Sunday October 2nd, 2022 10:46:53 PM
Ayotnom says, "I know what it is like to lose family members and swear revenge. A mysterious stranger in black murdered my father and one day I will track him down and tell him 'Hello my name is Ayotnom Ogini you killed my father. Prepare to die." and then I will extract vengeance for my father's death. Until then lad you'll beast will have to do for practice."
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:32-AO/28/19T/20FF|CMD 33| Rapier +1-Agile,Keen,Adm|18/13/8/-/-|(FA,WN,PS,WF,WS)**|1d6+11(15)x2) Monday October 3rd, 2022 9:05:41 AM "The Deep had to have many enemies, some of which were subverted by it. With the Deeps destruction those enemies might have been freed from its influence or perhaps with that evil competitor they feel it's safe to try their hand to exert dominance on the lands. This attack smacks of some intelligence to me and not just some random beast. It's best that we investigate if only to confirm these assumptions and act on them if they prove true."
Elyas feels that such a beast is a threat that needs to be dealt with.
Falco feels bad for the lad, and asks what will become of him.
Kiwana asks a few more questions. He is wondering if going by land or sea would be better.
Mak jumps to a very frightening conclusion.
Wil asks some more questions, and than tries to put him at ease, offering him another drink.
Tsak isn't so sure it is a dragon, but he keeps his thoughts to himself. He lets Esmeralda know it is time to go.
Rolth shares his sympathies and congratulates Haltavar for his bravery. He asks if he could point out his village from the sea.
Ayotnom shares his part, and offers to help the lad.
Mak makes it clear that they need to investigate.
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Haltavar answers Elyas, "I live just outside Frog Hollow, part of the Hound's Tooth Clan's holdings, so yes there are others. I don't know if there have been other attacks, as I never even checked in with the village. I ran away to look for you guys, and didn't think to let the villagers know what happened.[b]"
Haltavar answers Falco, [b]"In truth I'm not sure. I have no family, that I know of, but my village will take care of me, I'm sure of it."
Haltavar answers Kiwina, "Frog Hollow is on the coast, though I wouldn't call it a port. There is but one place to land a ship, and we rarely, if ever, have any visitors from the sea. We are mostly a fishing village, with some livestock farmers, like my dad, and our docks are more conducive for smaller fishing boats. I must admit, I have never been out to sea, and I'm not sure I would recognize Frog Hollow from there.
Haltavar answers Wil, "I have no idea what I would even look for, and I didn't take the time to look around. Maybe you fellows can find a clue to my family's death."
Haltavar answers Rolth, "I don't think I would be able to point out my village from sea, but I can guide you there over land. It shouldn't take but a day or two."
"Thank you for your willingness to help. I can lead you, shall we go?" The lad stands and begins walking to the door. Due to Rolth's restoration spell's, you believe that Haltavar should be able to lead you just fine, though when he finally crashes, he will be out for a while. What do our intrepid heroes wish to do?
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:32-AO/28/19T/20FF|CMD 33| Rapier +1-Agile,Keen,Adm|18/13/8/-/-|(FA,WN,PS,WF,WS)**|1d6+11(15)x2) Monday October 3rd, 2022 12:11:37 PM "I should retrieve Elmer if we are to follow him overland." Mak said. He also assumed that it wasn't a hellhound attack since they were common here and the lad would recognize them and their attacks.
"Perhaps Ramsey could gather the needed charts and meet us there? Even if we get a head start he'll likely arrive before us. Kiwina can keep an eye on the Rose's location with his compass. Being that it's a two day journey though is another night going to be critical? Cannot we let Haltavar rest tonight and leave in the morning?"
Mak adjusted his cloak and readied himself if the answer was "now".
Perception DC 12 Highlight to display spoiler: {Mak is wearing a WLA pin on his cloak. That's new for him."}
OOC: Did the pins we received from the Mermen have any special properties?
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Monday October 3rd, 2022 12:31:05 PM
To Mak's question, "What if the creature attacks again, should we leave right away? Just a thought, I'm not against leaving in the morning, of course. My new wife thought my journey back to the group would result in a new adventure. Thankfully, I've already said goodbye." "That's a good question about the pins."
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste Monday October 3rd, 2022 1:08:51 PM "We may not all be equipped to leave immediately, having just come together again and with the intention of celebrating Unification Day. We would require time to collect supplies, gather weapons and make arrangements with the crew of the Rose. It seems prudent to me to wait until first thing in the morning to set off."
Of course Elyas does not have a lot of personal belongings (and those he does have are on the Rose), and so would be ready to leave anytime. he jus assumes others might not be ready to leave so suddenly
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+9=29 ; Monday October 3rd, 2022 7:44:53 PM (know geography = 29)
Kiwina considers what he knows of the island for the best route -- land or sea. He assumes a few hours would be a significant amount, and realizes that the liontaur lad is probably faster than some of his companions. Especially Elmer. He wonders if Mak trained the horse this past year. How much day they have left and where the tide stands might also factor into it.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Monday October 3rd, 2022 7:44:56 PM "As Mak says, some sort of map must exist. Putting Ramsey to that makes sense and we can head out in the morning on land. I can ride fair enough if I can find a horse, maybe a rental as I don't generally need one."
Falco will spend some time that day looking for a horse or even a pony. He knows he is the slowest of the group by nature so it would be best. Beyond that it is just food for the road and he is ready to head out.
"Lad, you are welcome to bunk with me this evening so you have a place if need be."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103) HP | AC: 18; Touch: 13; CMD: 27) | d20+23=32 ; Monday October 3rd, 2022 9:49:58 PM "Let us check with the local authorities, who might have some ideas about what this threat is, where the village is, and the like. Perhaps there are even Hound's Tooth leaders here for the Unification Day ceremonies, who might be able to help us choose a course of action. Otherwise, I say we make haste to go, to help as soon as possible, and maybe even get back for the festivities since we got here a few days early."
Rolth will do some checking around, using his schmoozing skills to gather information.
Diplomacy = 32 to gather info
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 84/84 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Monday October 3rd, 2022 10:47:06 PM
Tsak and Esmeralda are ready to leave straight way, but happy to leave in the morning too. Tsak makes sure they both get a hearty meal in them and a good sleep. The pair are up bright and early the next morning ready to hit the road.
Ayotnom thinks about what he knows of nature and geography to kind of get an idea about where they are headed and what they might be facing.
DM Jeremy Tuesday October 4th, 2022 12:47:40 PM (The pins you received, from the merfolk, have no special properties, other than to identify you as a friend to all merfolk. Of course, as Salvas said, there maybe some dishonorable merfolk who ignore the mandated hospitality.)
Mak prepares he go fetch Elmer, if they are to be traveling overland. He suggests having Ramsey gather the proper charts and meet them there.
Wil sees merit in leaving immediately and waiting until the AM.
Elyas wonders if everyone is ready to depart. and suggests leaving word with Ramsey.
Kiwina figures based on his knowledge of the islands, that actual travel would take about the same either by land or sea. When adding in the time to gather charts and such, Land maybe a wee bit faster.
Falco feels heading out in the morning would be better, and decides to go look for a horse. As it turns out he is able to find one. The liontaur running the stables says they are for when they have non-taur visitors. He offers Haltavar a place to sleep for the night.
Rolth suggests asking the local authorities if they have a clue as to what the threat is. Perhaps there maybe some Hound's Tooth Clan members in town for the celebration. he wants to get going ASAP, hoping to return before the festivities begin.
Tsak is fine leaving now or in the AM
Ayotnom stops to consider the land they will be traveling
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The Petals seem far from a consensus as far as leaving is concerned. Falco wants to leave in the AM, while Mak seems to want to go now. Wil and Tsak are open either way and it seems that Rolth wants to take some time to gather some intel. Ayotnom recognizes that since the vast majority of Liontaur island is plains and rolling hills, that is most likely the terrain they will encounter.
As they are discussing their next move, a middle aged liontaur steps up to their table.
"Sorry, I didn't mean to eavesdrop, but I couldn't help overhear your conversation. I'm a Hound's Tooth, and though I've never been to Frog Hollow, personally, I have heard of it. From what I've heard it's a small village and relatively tight-knit. They have a reputation for taking care of there own, so I wouldn't worry about the lad's future. If some sort of beastie is reeking havoc in Frog Hollow, how long before the rest of Hound's Tooth lands are in danger, and from their the rest of the island? I don't want to tell you hero types how to do your job, but might I recommend haste! Sorry friends, I don't mean to be pushy, but I have friends and family back home still, and I am concerned for their well-being."
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste Tuesday October 4th, 2022 1:17:45 PM "Well, I am all for leaving now if everyone is ready to go. I carry all i need with me, and the Rose could meet us there with the supplies we keep on board. as this good person says, time could be of the essence. wouldn't want to take our time and then find that another attack had happened..."
Elyas thinks for a minute Where is the closest place we have visited near that village? [ooc - Elyas ponders this but also a question tot he GM. I know we have interacted witht he Hounds tooth clan in a past module, how close were we to this village? I could potentially teleport us if there is a spot we have been closer to the town...]
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, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure moderate Wounds) Lv3: Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite, Summon Monster IV - D: Confusion
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Tuesday October 4th, 2022 2:02:36 PM "Well that leaving now it is. I still worry about my speed in getting there quickly but I will do my best."
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:32-AO/28/19T/20FF|CMD 33| Rapier +1-Agile,Keen,Adm|18/13/8/-/-|(FA,WN,PS,WF,WS)**|1d6+11(15)x2) Tuesday October 4th, 2022 2:33:38 PM "If I have Elmer, you can ride along with me." Mak offered to the small bird man. "but Elyas idea of using his magic is a good one. Any location in Houndstooth territory would be closer than here, right?" he asked the older Liontaur.
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Tuesday October 4th, 2022 6:39:31 PM "Hoofing it there will be slightly faster," Kiwina reckons. "Seeing that Haltavar's fatigue has been dispelled, maybe leaving now is the best thing."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103) HP | AC: 18; Touch: 13; CMD: 27) | Tuesday October 4th, 2022 7:15:52 PM "Let's roll!" Whether be paw or magic, it's time to go.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 15 CMD 27 Tuesday October 4th, 2022 10:25:53 PM
Ayotnom says, "I don't know if the beastie be natural or other but it would seem to me that the terrain we will mostly fight it on will either be plains and rolling hills. Let us away to Frog Hollow and put an end to this beast."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 84/84 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Wednesday October 5th, 2022 2:17:56 AM
Tsak waits to see whether it will be on foot or by spell. While waiting he pens a quick note to Ramsay explaining the situation and where they are headed. The instruction is to meet the Petals there if possible. He leaves the note with the barkeep and gives him 2 silver pieces to have it delivered to the Rose.
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:32-AO/28/19T/20FF|CMD 33| Rapier +1-Agile,Keen,Adm|18/13/8/-/-|(FA,WN,PS,WF,WS)**|1d6+11(15)x2) Wednesday October 5th, 2022 4:54:58 PM
Mak added a gold piece to Tsak's runner so that he'd return with Elmer and his riding gear.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103) HP | AC: 18; Touch: 13; CMD: 27) | Wednesday October 5th, 2022 7:03:58 PM "Tsak, that's a good idea to let Ramsey know our plans and perhaps meet us with the Rose."
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+21=28 ; Wednesday October 5th, 2022 9:13:32 PM
Once they are outside, Kiwina checks out the weather. (survival = 28, should manage an accurate 3-day forecast)
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 15 CMD 27 Wednesday October 5th, 2022 10:45:48 PM
(OOC: checking in)
Ayotnom is ready to go by land, sea or magic.
DM Jeremy Thursday October 6th, 2022 10:24:11 AM
Elyas does in fact know an area within a days journey from Frog Hollow, that Haltavar knows and can guide you from. This could cut the travel time in half, if not better, but the question your DM has is, how will Elyas teleport everyone? You have 8 heroes, plus Haltavar, and 3 of the heroes are large, thus counting as 2, so you have to teleport 12 people, essentially. (As a child, Haltavar is still medium sized) The spell allows you to bring along 1 extra person per 3 levels so at 11th level Elyas can teleport 3 people per trip (besides himself), and when he makes 12th level, he will be able to transport 4. He can do it, but at his current level, Elyas would have to prepare and cast Teleport 7 times, or use an equivalent number of scrolls. (1st trip there with 3 people, 2nd trip return, 3rd trip there with 3 persons, 4th trip return, 5th trip there with 3 persons, 6th trip return, and 7th trip there with the final group.)
I'm going to assume you leave by land, unless you know something your DM doesn't. (Feel free to educate me, if I'm missing something, and I will ret-con things accordingly.)
Word is sent to the Rose to retrieve Elmer, and ask Ramsey to begin the search for charts and maps to find Frog Hollow, so as to meet them there ASAP. A short time later Ramsey arrives leading Elmer and he tells everyone he will met them at Frog Hollow just as soon as he can.
You travel all day, with nothing out of the ordinary happening. As evening approaches, you find a small grove of trees, which would provide nice shelter for the night. Do our Intrepid heroes stay for the night or press on, and risk fatigue. If you decide to stop for the night, what is your watch order?
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:26/17T/20FF|CMD 31|CSB: Arrows(20)|11/6/1/11(RS)/-|(FA,WT,DA,RS,MS)**|1d8+11(MS)Attack 1(20)x3) Thursday October 6th, 2022 2:46:29 PM
With falco riding along with Mak, the journey was comfortable for the swordsman though he'd taken to riding with a shortbow for this trip. So he was outfitted with the shortbow and sheath with a quiver attached to Elmer's saddle. Also, the new and improved Elmer he'd traded for the surly beast he'd originally purchased on this island was much more well behaved. It was even trained in battle so Mak was confident there would not be a repeat of his past experience on the island. Any possibilities at humor at his expense would come from a different quarter, he just waited on the eventuality as it was coming.
He'd also placed Falco in front of him so that his smaller companion could see.
That night Mak requested either an early watch or the last one since being human he still couldn't see in the dark. He also requested to be paired up with someone who could see in the dark.
Mak suggested Elyas teleport ahead with Rolth to alert the community and then return the next morning.
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Thursday October 6th, 2022 3:19:25 PM
Wil makes his way with the others being as pleasant as he can be. He is distracted occasionally but seems to have a handle on voice management. "I'm all about getting the proper rest. I would prefer the ahead watch over the last watch," he says. He casts a Spiritual Weapon to help patrol during his watch. In the morning, if they make it without incident.. he will prepare the same spells.
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, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure moderate Wounds) Lv3: Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite, Summon Monster IV - D: Confusion
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste Thursday October 6th, 2022 4:19:44 PM
[ooc - turns out reading comprehension goes down when you try to multitask too much... i definitely missed the 'per 3 caster levels' part of the teleport spell and was thinking i could just about get everyone]
Elyas discards the teleportation idea with this large of a group, and agrees that overland would be the practical method.
Mak suggests Elyas and rolth teleport ahead, but Elyas is hesitant about splitting up like that. there would still be a full day of travel from the spot he could transport too, and who knows what could happen in that time...
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Thursday October 6th, 2022 6:45:34 PM
Falco's worries of slowing everyone down are removed by the very nice offer to share the mount. With his hollow bird bones and size it is sure not to stress Elmer. While riding he does ask Mak if he think's it is worth him buying a mount. As a cleric he will not have the many fast travel options he would have had before his transformation by the Waper-sar.
At camp he suggests that he tuck in early and take the last watch, it would be better for his ability to prepare for the day. For the sake of flexibility he plans to keep a couple of spell slots open incase the situation changes.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103) HP | AC: 18; Touch: 13; CMD: 27) | Thursday October 6th, 2022 7:59:23 PM
Rolth asks how much longer it will take to reach the village. If we won't reach it tonight, then stopping to rest makes the most sense. He recalls that the youngling said it took him several days without sleep to reach us, although it isn't clear how directly he came to Chessford. Rolth also agrees with Elyas that splitting the party so widely is not wise. If we stop to rest, Rolth will take a middle watch.
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Thursday October 6th, 2022 9:02:12 PM
Kiwina is fine taking a middle watch. "Haltavar, we need you to get a good rest," he points out, unsure whether the boy wants to.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 84/84 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Thursday October 6th, 2022 10:11:29 PM
Tsak and Esmereld stride along at a decent pace. Nothing happens except a nice walk, which is a welcome return to adventuring.
The feline puts her hunting skills to good use catching an unlucky squirrel for dinner. Tsak chows down on some jerky from his handy-haversack.
The pair, with Tsaks night-friendly vision and Esmerelda's acute hearing and smell take the watch in the dark wee hours before morning.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 15 CMD 27 Friday October 7th, 2022 12:41:11 AM
Ayotnom says, "I need 8 hours of uniterrupted rest in order to prepare new Wizard spells tomorrow. I'm okay stopping at this grove for the night."
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:26/17T/20FF|CMD 31|CSB: Arrows(20)|11/6/1/11(RS)/-|(FA,WT,DA,RS,MS)**|1d8+11(MS)Attack 1(20)x3) Friday October 7th, 2022 9:30:46 AM
Mak thought about Falco's request and suggested he consider a large dog as a mount. At thirty pounds Falco shouldn't be too much of a burden for one of the larger breeds. Still however, Mak admitted to the bird man, Fighting from horseback really wasn't his thing so Falco was really no burden at all.
As for Elyas misunderstanding about splitting the party, Mak stressed that the wizard and Rolth would need to teleport back in the morning and continue the journey with the main group. Warning the houndstoth clan seemed important enough that a day on top of the time already passed might be critical.
DM Jeremy Friday October 7th, 2022 11:46:42 AM
Mak finds Elmer 2.0 to be substantially better than the original. and he enjoys having Falco along for the ride. He suggest Elyas blip ahead, maybe with Rolth. He requests either the first or last watch, due to lack of darkvision.
Wil is able to keep the voices in check and makes a watch request, which your DM interprets to be either 1st or last. Please correct me if I'm wrong.
Elyas disregards the teleportation option, due to logistics, and agrees overland transport is best. He isn't comfortable with splitting up the party.
Falco appreciates the ride, and asks Mak if he should consider investing in a mount for himself, as clerics have such limited ways to increase their speed. He requests last watch.
Roth asks and is informed that it is a 2 and a half day trip.He assumes that Haltavar spent more time looking for the Petals than that. He to isn't fond of the split the party idea, and offers to take a middle watch.
Kiwina also takes middle watch, and tells Haltavar he need a good nights sleep.
Tsak and Esmerelda take the 3rd watch.
Ayotnom lets everyone know about his need for 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep, which makes 1st or last watch the most preferable.
Mak makes some mount suggestions to Falco, but tells him he is welcome with him on Elmer. He explains himself better about the teleport idea.
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As you friendly neighborhood DM is an ignoramus as far as interpreting your watch desires, and I don't wish to move forward until it's locked down. Here's a doc you can place your watch time on.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Friday October 7th, 2022 12:27:23 PM
Falco does what he can to set up camp and realizes with so many party members it might not make sense for prepared spell casters to take a watch. Before the days ends he also looks for anything tasty to give Elmer 2 as thanks for the ride.
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:26/17T/20FF|CMD 31|+1 CLB:Arrows (20)|15/10/5/15(RS)/-|(FA,WF,WS,WT,DA,RS,MS)**|1d8+14(MS)Attack 1(20)x3) d20+16=28 Friday October 7th, 2022 1:10:17 PM
Mak chuckled at Falco's interest in moving faster and remembered it wasn't that long ago that his limp impeded his own movement making him slower than Falco. His injury in fighting the Galvo aboard the Rose did something and when it healed his limp was mostly gone, as was the pain. With that he'd gained a great deal of mobility.
"What of your magic boots?" Mak asked Falco as a reminder that he wasn't the slowest in the group.
Perception +16, Roll 28
OOC: I'm going crazy. Yesterday I saw where a lightwar horse travels the same distance daily as a human, today I'm looking and I see totally different numbers. So mounted we can travel 40 miles per day.
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste Friday October 7th, 2022 1:16:32 PM
Elyas uses Fly a few times during the day to fly up and scout ahead a bit, but it is not a long duration spell so he does it sparingly. the rest of the time he stays with the group, enjoying the simple monotony of overland travel.
When watches are decided, Elyas offers to take the latest possible watch if needed, but with such a large group assumes he would not be needed.
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Friday October 7th, 2022 4:59:57 PM
"Did you mention Galvo, gaw.. that makes me shiver. Don't mention them." Wil says seriously followed by a smile. "Hopefully, we have none of those monsters coming up." Wil takes watch number 4.. unless someone takes it for him.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 84/84 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Friday October 7th, 2022 6:29:29 PM
(OOC cant figure how to rdit your doc from my phone, as noted Tsak will take 3d watch.)
Tsak and Esmerelda settle early or a good sleep before their watch. Afterwards they try to nap before getting up to prepare some breakfast.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103) HP | AC: 18; Touch: 13; CMD: 27) | d20+10=27 ; d20+16=26 ; Friday October 7th, 2022 7:48:27 PM
Before we set up camp in the grove, Rolth will use a detect magic to scan the immediate area (including our young liontaur friend for good measure), just to make sure this is not some enchanted site. He will also take a more mundane look around, checking for tracks and the like. Rolth will join Tsak on 3rd watch, keeping a sharp eye and ear out for trouble.
Survival to track = 27 Perception on watch = 26
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+19=36 ; Friday October 7th, 2022 10:59:51 PM "Well, Wil, galvos are amphibious, but they don't really sound like what attacked Frog Hollow." Kiwina points out.
Perception = 36
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 15 CMD 27 d20+17=20 ; Sunday October 9th, 2022 9:55:11 PM
Perception: 20
Whatever watch Ayotnom gets whether it be first or last he does an okay job at watch.
DM Jeremy Battle Map Monday October 10th, 2022 11:34:03 AM
Falco pitches in where he can in setting up camp, and gives Elmer a thank you treat. (He finds a small wild apple tree, which just so happened to have 1 apple still available.) He opts out of taking a watch.
Mak finds Falco's need for speed to be funny, as he used to be the slow one. He asks Falco about magical foot wear.
Elyas enjoys the trip, taking to the skies now and then. Ar night, he will take the last watch if needed, but would prefer his beauty sleep.
Wil shudders when he overhears Mak talk about Galvos.
Tsak and Esmeralda settle in for the night.
Rolth scans the campsite for magical auras, but doesn't detect any, except a slight conjuration aura on Haltavar, which Rolth recognizes as his own restoration magic. He also looks about for tracks and such, but doesn't find anything out of the ordinary.
Kiwina doesn't think it was galvos that attacked Haltavar's family.
Ayotnom keeps his eyes peeled during watch.
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(OoC... I forgot to mention it is the fall season and the air is a bit chilly at night, but beautiful during the day.)
As you make camp, you realize that it is going to be a chilly night, and so you bank up the campfire, and gather plenty of wood. Of course the light of the fire also offers aid to those on watch, so it's a win-win. Due to the chill in the air, you huddle closely to the fire, for warmth, and find it to be cozy and comfortable, as long as those on watch keep the fire burning.
The first two watches pass without incident, but halfway through the third watch, when Rolth and Tsak are on watch, Rolth spots something, or should I say somethings, that make his blood run cold. He sees 8 dire wolves entering the campsite, but these are like no dire wolves he has seen before. The teeth of these dire wolves are slightly longer than normal, and their hairless bodies show a famished and pale appearance. Assuming Tsak and Rolth alert the others, everyone can make a DC 18 knowledge religion check Highlight to display spoiler: {You recognize these as undead dire wolves, most likely dire ghoul wolves.} Haltivar sleeps right through everything, unless someone physically shakes him.
Remember, with the exception of Rolth and Tsak, everyone is prone (laying down to sleep) and probably not wearing armor, unless they wish to risk waking up fatigued.
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:27/18T/20FF|CMD 32|+1 CLB:Arrows (18)|19/-/-/-(RS)/-|(WF,WS,WT,IC,DA,H)**|1d8+15(20)x3) d20+3=14 ; d20+19=23 ; 2d8+28=43 ; Monday October 10th, 2022 11:52:48 AM "What are those things?" Mak asked the group as he squinted into the darkness. "Can we get a little light over there?" he continued as he brought his bow out and loaded an arrow onto the string. "At least they aren't Galvo's Wil." Mak concluded.
OOC: KS: Religion +3, Roll 14 Move Action, Stand Mak - #6 Dead Dead Wolf, Roll 23, Damage 26 hp.
Edit: I had to make some changes due to all the buffs and I forgot standing required a move action.
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste Monday October 10th, 2022 12:03:37 PM
[ooc: Of course this is all after the camp is roused, but I am assuming that happens]
Elyas wakes up with a start, but realizes the danger approaching quickly. he stands up and casts a spell almost by instinct, buffing his allies to fight the incoming enemies before he even tries to figure out what they are fighting!
move action to stand, standard action to cast Haste! everyone is faster, gets a bonus attack, bonus to hit, bonus AC
Spells prepared:
cantrips: Resistance, detect magic, light, mending Level 1: 2X protection from evil, mage armor, 3X magic missile, Comprehend Languages Level 2: 2X Resist Energy, darkvision, web, Glitterdust, See invisibility Level 3: 2X lightning bolt, Haste, 0/2 Fly, fireball Level 4: 2X summon monster IV, Dimensional Anchor, Greater Invisibility, Black tentacles Level 5: Baleful Polymorph, Cone of Cold, 2X Summon Monster V Level 6: 2X Chain Lightning, Summon Monster VI Special: Acid Dart (8/8 remain, 1d6+4), pearl of power 1, bonded item, dimensional steps (330/330)
Active effects: On Allies: Haste (11 rounds)
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d20+11=28 ; d8+3=10 ; d20+3=12 ; Monday October 10th, 2022 1:58:49 PM
"The thrill of waking up to fight," Wil says. "Wardd has blessed us with a battle." Wil summons a Spiritual Weapon from the ground. He retreats toward V32, once he stands.
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, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure moderate Wounds) Lv3: Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite, Summon Monster IV - D: Confusion
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103) HP | AC: 18; Touch: 13; CMD: 27) | d20+3=20 ; Monday October 10th, 2022 2:45:36 PM
Rolth gives a powerful roar to wake everyone up. "Undead dire wolves, probably ghoulish ones! Everyone make ready for battle!" He enjoys the sensation of quickness when Elyas' Haste spell rolls over him.
(KS Religion = 20, success)
(OOC: In depth post to come, just didn't want everyone to have to guess whether that would happen in the meantime.)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (124/124 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 12; CMD: 27 Monday October 10th, 2022 4:44:21 PM
Rolth enters a rage, and begins a howlingly inspiring warsong of his own. He will move slightly to better protect the youngling and spellcasters.
(Inspire Courage: +1 to hit and weapon damage -- competence bonus; +1 saves vs charm and fear -- morale bonus)
Effect Tracking: Haste 1/11r used Low Light Vision (Darkvision when raging) Bardic Performance 1/12 rounds used (active) Rage 1/24 rounds used (active) Channel Energy 0/5 used Calming Touch 1/5 used
Spell Slots: Stabilize 0/1 used Light 0/1 used True Strike 0/1 used Detect Poison 0/1 used Divine Favor 0/3 used Bless 0/1 used Magic Missile 0/1 used Lesser Restoration 1/1 used Shield Other 0/1 used Prayer 0/1 used 1st level 0/4 used 2nd level 0/2 used
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 24; Touch 18; Flat 19 CMD 27 Monday October 10th, 2022 11:12:06 PM
Ayotnom says, "Well the one good thing about my eclectic training is that I don't need to wear armor as I get full benefit from my dexterity and wisdom and now that I'm a duelist I get some benefit from my intelligence"
He stands from prone and casts mage armor.
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Monday October 10th, 2022 11:47:08 PM
Kiwina sleeps in his light armor without risking fatigue. He stands when he is woken, and as he readies his weapon his spirit companions appear.
Wolves! Tsak yells at the top of his voice before drawing his sword and attacking the one nearest him (#4). Esmerelda gives an ear piercing screech and joins in the carnage.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 d20+10=16 ; 9d6=32 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2022 10:33:00 AM
{Know Religion: 16}
Laying on his side Falco is thankful for his excellent ability to see at night. He tries one of the spells he recently gained access to. He looks at the creature directly west of him (4) and calls down a flame strike while laying prone.
Flame Strike@ - 32 Damage DC20 Reflex - Damages is 1/2 Flame and 1/2 Holy
_______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (2/2) / Dimensional Ancor 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D) / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (2/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak stands up, and asks what they are facing. He's glad they aren't galvos, as he prepares his bow.
Elyas stands up and casts haste on the group.
Wil wakes up and casts spiritual weapon, and fires at the wolves.
Rolth is able to identify the wolves as dire ghoul wolves. As he begins to inspire courage.
Ayotnom stands up and casts Mage Armor.
Kiwina stands up fully armored, and readies his weapons.
Tsak and Esmerelda run over and attack #4 (You wouldn't be able to make a full round attack, and move this round. so I used Tsak's first attack, and Esmerelda's bite, both of which hit.)
While still prone, Falco casts flamestrike on #4, and the beast takes the full brunt of the spell
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1 moves in on Ayotnom and chomps down on his leg (rolled a 25), inflicting 21 bite damage, and tripping him (rolled a 34 verses CMD). Ayotnom must make a DC 16 fort save or be paralyzed for 3 rounds.
2 moves in to attack Mak, but misses horribly (nat 1)
3 moves in on Rolth and chomps down on his arm inflicting (rolled 19) 16 damage but fails to trip him Roth must make a DC 16 fort save or be paralyzed for 4 rounds
4 attacks Tsak and chomps down on his leg inflicting 20 damage (rolled 22) but fails to trip the ranger. Tsak must make a DC 16 fort save or be paralyzed for 3 rounds
5 moves in on Kiwina and chomps down on him inflicting 19 damage, (rolled 33) but fails to trip him. Kiwina must make a DC 16 fort save or be paralyzed for 5 founds.
6 moves in on Wil but misses
7 moves into a flanking position on Tsak but bites nothing but air (nat 1)
8 moves in on Falco and chomps down (rolled a 30) inflicting 21 damage, but since Falco is still prone he doesn't trip him. Falco must make a DC 16 fort save or be paralyzed for 2 rounds.
Dire ghoul wolves AC 19/11/17 CMD 27 (31 vs trip) 1) 67/67 2) 67/67 3) 67/67 4) 26/67 5) 67/67 6) 57/67 7) 67/67 8) 67/67
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste 11d6=30 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2022 1:34:15 PM Perfect! I have been wanting to try this new spell out... elyas thinks as the wolves close in. there are several close enough together that Elyas can try a new lightning attack on!
He holds up a series of small metal pins and touches a piece of glass to them shouting arcane words. ightning falls from the sky at #6, zapping it. split second later more bolts fall also hitting 2, 3, 5 and 8. (sadly 1 is just a hair outside...)
30 electric damage each #6 gets a DC 24 reflex save for half damage. the others get one at DC 22.
Spells prepared:
cantrips: Resistance, detect magic, light, mending Level 1: 2X protection from evil, mage armor, 3X magic missile, Comprehend Languages Level 2: 2X Resist Energy, darkvision, web, Glitterdust, See invisibility Level 3: 2X lightning bolt, Haste, 0/2 Fly, fireball Level 4: 2X summon monster IV, Dimensional Anchor, Greater Invisibility, Black tentacles Level 5: Baleful Polymorph, Cone of Cold, 2X Summon Monster V Level 6: 1/2X Chain Lightning, Summon Monster VI Special: Acid Dart (8/8 remain, 1d6+4), pearl of power 1, bonded item, dimensional steps (330/330)
Active effects: On Allies: Haste (10 rounds)
Mak(JamesM)88/88 HP|AC:27/18T/20FF|CMD 32|+1 CLB:Arrows (15)|18/13/8/18(RS)/18(H)|(FA,WF,WS,WT,PBS,IC,DA,RS,H,MS)**|1d8+16(MS)Attack d20+17=27 ; d8+15=23 ; d8+15=19 ; d20+13=25 ; d8+15=16 ; d20+8=23 ; d20+18=37 ; d8+15=16 ; d20+18=21 ; d8+15=16 ; d8+15=19 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2022 1:55:23 PM
Mak was alarmed at how quickly the wolves came at them as he stepped back five feet to avoid the worst of it. With a speed aided by the magic Elyas imparted upon them Mak loaded his bow and fired. Two arrows left his bow aimed directly at the ghoulish canine in front of him. He thought they landed and he fired again, this time grabbing but one and loading it quickly. Again he thought the arrow landed a solid hit as he pulled and fired a fourth arrow which he was certain struck deeply in the creature. So fast was he due to the wizards magic he pulled and fired a fifth arrow. The last one went wild, but could have nicked the dread beast. Only time and the results of the battle would tell however as Mak sought to avoid the creatures fangs and claws.
OOC: I see we only got a move action....cool. Mak - Dread Dire Wolf 6, Roll 27, 25, 23 , 37, 21 Damage 23+19 (Manyshot 42hp) + 16 + 16 + 16 + 19 = 109 hp <--- Good Lord, Rolled six D8's and three of them were 1's.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 50/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 d20+10=27 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2022 2:21:27 PM
{Fort: 27}
Falco resists the effect of the bite while he gives a little yelp of pain. "Ouch, anyone know what where dealing with here?" he asks as he stands from prone.
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d20+11=18 ; d20+3=16 ; d20+11=31 ; d20+11=19 ; d8+3=4 ; d8+3=9 ; d20+3=12 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2022 3:13:06 PM
"No, sir," Wil says as he steps away from the monster and takes a 10ft step back He stands behind the campfire and attempts to make the fire bigger by blowing on it. Eventually, he casts a second SW2. "I would really love to try Touch of Idiocy or Confusion on one of these, just because," Wil added with a smile.
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, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure moderate Wounds) Lv3: Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite, Summon Monster IV - D: Confusion
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (108/124 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 12; CMD: 27 d20+14=16 ; d20+16=19 ; d20+16=26 ; d20+11=30 ; d20+13=19 ; d20+13=18 ; d20+13=20 ; d8+20=25 ; d8+20=21 ; d8+20=28 ; d4+7=11 ; d4+7=9 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2022 6:56:06 PM
Rolth feels his limbs begin to seize up, but his rage overpowers the paralysis and he springs into action! He makes a series of blows aimed at the third ghoulish wolf, and continues his warsong. (Rage, power attack, Inspire Courage)
(Fort save = 16, success!)
+1 Morning star to hit (haste) +16 = 19, damage 1d8+20 = 25 +1 Morning star to hit +16 = 26, damage 1d8+20 = 21 +1 Morning star iterative to hit +11 = 30, damage 1d8+20 = 28 (magic) Paw 1 to hit +13 = 19, damage 1d4+7 = 11 B,S (magic) Paw 2 to hit +13 = 18, damage 1d4+7 = miss B,S (magic) Bite to hit +13 = 20, damage 1d4+7 = 9 B,P,S
Total damage = 94hp
Effect Tracking: Haste 2/11r used Low Light Vision (Darkvision when raging) Bardic Performance 2/12 rounds used (active) Rage 2/24 rounds used (active) Channel Energy 0/5 used Calming Touch 1/5 used
Spell Slots: Stabilize 0/1 used Light 0/1 used True Strike 0/1 used Detect Poison 0/1 used Divine Favor 0/3 used Bless 0/1 used Magic Missile 0/1 used Lesser Restoration 1/1 used Shield Other 0/1 used Prayer 0/1 used 1st level 0/4 used 2nd level 0/2 used
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+14=33 ; d20+11=16 ; d20+11=14 ; d20+9=23 ; d20+9=10 ; d20+6=26 ; d20+6=23 ; d20+11=18 ; d8+2=10 ; d6+2=5 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2022 7:49:27 PM
(Fort save = 33)
Kiwina is not paralyzed by the attack from the dire beast, and attacks in return. . .
Trident primary -- AC 16 Trident secondary -- AC 26 crit confirmed for 20 damage Light mace -- AC 14 Hoof -- AC 23 for 5 damage Hoof -- AC 10 Trident, haste -- AC 18
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 61/82 | AC : 28; Touch 18; Flat 23 CMD 27 d20+12=22 ; d20+11=17 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2022 11:36:32 PM
(Fort 22)
Ayotnom resists the paralysis then defensively casts shield (17 vs DC 17) gaining another 4 AC from the shield.
Elyas cast chain lightning 6 and 2 save for half, while 3, 5 and 8 take the full blast.
Mak steps back and unloads, turning 6 into a pin cushion, killing the undead beastie
Falco withstands the undead wolf's paralysis, and stands up.
Wil is about summons another spiritual weapon, and he is about to fire it and his 1st one at #6, but he saw it drop from Mak's onslaught, so he turns to #2
Rolth brushes off the paralysis, and smashes #3 into oblivion while singing his warsong.
Kiwina resists the paralysis, and lands two sold blows on #5.
Ayotnom resists the paralysis as well and casts shield on himself. He stands back up.
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#1 lands his AoO, on Ayotnom, but misses his main attack. He fails to trip the minotaur, but Ayotnom must make another DC 16 fort save or be paralysed for 3 rounds. Ayotnom takes 15 damage
#2 attacks Kiwina, but his bite is deflected by Kiwina's armor
#4 attacks the flanked Tsak and chomps down on his leg. He fails to trip the ranger, but Tsak must make a DC 16 fort save or be paralyzed for 4 rounds. Tsak takes 21 damage
#5 also attacks Kiwina, but he too misses
#7 also attacks Tsak, and chomps down on the ranger's arm. He trips Tsak, and the ranger must make another DC 16 fort save or be paralyzed for 3 rounds. (BTW all rounds paralyzed stack). Tsak takes 20 damage
#8 attacks Ayotnom, but the minotaur's armor deflect the attack
Dire ghoul wolves AC 19/11/17 CMD 27 (31 vs trip) 1) 67/67 2) 27/67 3) 0/67 dead 4) 26/67 5) 12/67 6) 0/67 dead 7) 67/67 8) 37/67
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 50/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Wednesday October 12th, 2022 11:26:53 AM
Standing behind Ayontnom Falco chants a prayer and casts shield on him.
_______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (2/2) / Dimensional Ancor 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D) / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d8=3 ; d8=4 ; d8=6 ; d8=1 ; d8=7 ; d20+11=27 ; d8+3=6 ; d20+3=23 ; d20+3=15 ; d8+3=7 ; d20+11=31 ; d20+11=25 ; d8+3=6 ; d8+3=6 ; d20+3=20 ; d8+3=10 ; Wednesday October 12th, 2022 12:56:40 PM
Wil takes a 5 foot step back and down and casts Holy Smite at the wolves. He is surprised at the action not familiar with such a spell. He is thrilled with the results
(The spell deals 1d8 points of damage per two caster levels to each evil creature in 20ft area) (20 dmg)
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, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure Moderate Wounds) Lv3: Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite, Summon Monster IV - D: Confusion
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste 11d6=39 ; Wednesday October 12th, 2022 2:10:02 PM
Encouraged by the results of the first one, elyas does another Chain Lightning on a cluster of wolves!
this one is slightly more powerful, with 39 damage per wolf! #8 gets a DC 24 reflex for half, 4, 7, 1 and 3 get DC 22 saves
Elyas then retreats slightly to be right behind Rolth
Spells prepared:
cantrips: Resistance, detect magic, light, mending Level 1: 2X protection from evil, mage armor, 3X magic missile, Comprehend Languages Level 2: 2X Resist Energy, darkvision, web, Glitterdust, See invisibility Level 3: 2X lightning bolt, Haste, 0/2 Fly, fireball Level 4: 2X summon monster IV, Dimensional Anchor, Greater Invisibility, Black tentacles Level 5: Baleful Polymorph, Cone of Cold, 2X Summon Monster V Level 6: 0/2X Chain Lightning, Summon Monster VI Special: Acid Dart (8/8 remain, 1d6+4), pearl of power 1, bonded item, dimensional steps (330/330)
Active effects: On Allies: Haste (9 rounds)
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:27/18T/20FF|CMD 32|+1 CLB:Arrows-10|18/13/8/18(RS)/18(H)|(FA,WF,WS,WT,PBS,IC,DA,RS,H,MS)**|1d8+16(MS)(20)x3) d20+18=38 ; d20+18=27 ; d20+13=18 ; d20+8=16 ; d20+18=35 ; d20+18=37 ; d8+16=19 ; d8+16=21 ; d8+16=22 ; d8+16=23 ; Wednesday October 12th, 2022 2:40:14 PM
Mak takes a five foot step towards Tsak and takes aim at the wolf that just brought the big man down. Mak's first attack of a pair of arrows strikes the wolf and both pass right through the creature to embed themselves into the ground several feet beyond it. Unfortunately the staggering and dying creature's spasms made it unpredictable enough that Mak's next two arrows missed it. Mak wasn't to be deterred however and sent his last two arrows towards the only standing wolf near the ranger.
Mak knew he only had ten arrows remaining. At his current rate of fire he had but two sets of attacks left before he was out. Swiveling his head about he gauged which of the wolves he should target next.
OOC: Mak - Dread Dire Wolf 4 and 7, Roll 38(Threat, 27 Crit), 18, 16, 35, 37. Crit, miss, miss, hit, hit. Damage, ((19(x3) + 21) Manyshot) = 78 + 22 + 23 = 123 hp total, 78 to Wolf 7, 45 to Wolf 4.
edit: Manyshot crit damage is wrong, I've corrected it above.
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+11=26 ; d20+6=19 ; d20+9=15 ; d20+9=21 ; d20+11=20 ; d20+11=25 ; d8+2=10 ; d8+2=10 ; d6+2=4 ; d6+2=8 ; d8+2=6 ; Wednesday October 12th, 2022 7:43:30 PM
Kiwina makes another full attack. . .
Trident primary -- AC 26 for 10 damage Trident secondary -- AC 19 for 10 damage Light mace -- AC 25 for 4 damage Hoof -- AC 15 for miss Hoof -- AC 21 for 8 damage Trident, haste -- AC 20 for 6 damage
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (108/124 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 12; CMD: 27 d20+16=27 ; d8+20=28 ; Wednesday October 12th, 2022 8:13:02 PM
By Rolth's furious reckoning, the only two wolves still standing are numbers 1 and 2, so he moves over to number two and gives it a big old smash, which ought to be enough to destroy it. He is quite pleased by the Petals' smashing, burning, smiting, shooting extravaganza against these abominations, and sings an inspiring limerick about it.
+1 Morning star to hit +16 = 27, damage 1d8+20 = 28
Effect Tracking: Haste 3/11r used Low Light Vision (Darkvision when raging) Bardic Performance 3/12 rounds used (active) Rage 3/24 rounds used (active) Channel Energy 0/5 used Calming Touch 1/5 used
Spell Slots: Stabilize 0/1 used Light 0/1 used True Strike 0/1 used Detect Poison 0/1 used Divine Favor 0/3 used Bless 0/1 used Magic Missile 0/1 used Lesser Restoration 1/1 used Shield Other 0/1 used Prayer 0/1 used 1st level 0/4 used 2nd level 0/2 used
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 35/84 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: d20+11=28 ; d20+11=22 ; d20+11=19 ; d8+5=12 ; Wednesday October 12th, 2022 8:46:00 PM
(Saves vs paralysis=28, 22, 19 pass, CLW=12) Tsak takes a moment to cast cure light wounds on himself. He's gonna need some more help with nasty #4.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 46/82 | AC : 28; Touch 18; Flat 23 CMD 27(29 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+12=19 ; d20+12=14 ; d20+12=21 ; d8+4=11 ; Thursday October 13th, 2022 1:51:52 AM
Fort: 19
Ayotnom says, "I could sure use some healing..." as he resists the paralysis
He then uses his full attack action to make a whirlwind attack against 1 and 8 missing 1 with 14 but hitting 8 with 21 for 11 damage 8
He uses a 5 foot step free action to move towards 8 without provoking AOOs from 1 or 8 in order to get out of flank.
Active Effects: Mage Armor: 6 hours - 2 rounds = +4 AC Shield: 6 minutes - 1 round = +4 AC blocks magic missile
Wil casts holy smite, and fires his spiritual weapons. he is able to catch 4, 7, and 8 with he smite. 8 takes half damage and is blinded for this round, while 4 and 7 are blinded for one round, and take full damage.
Elyas casts another chain lightning, and 8 1 and 3 drop in a sizzling mass, while 1 and 7 take full damage.
Mak finishes off #7
Kiwina drops #2
Rolth drops #1
Tsak cast cure light wounds on himself.
Ayotnom asks for healing, as he prepares to whirlwind attack, but quickly realizes all the undead wolves are actually dead.
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With the Dire Ghoul Wolves all dead, the Petals can take a breather. They notice the Haltavar never even stirred in his sleep. the poor lad must have been truly exhausted. What do our intrepid heroes wish to do next?
Dire ghoul wolves AC 19/11/17 CMD 27 (31 vs trip) 1) 0/67 dead 2) 0/67 dead 3) 0/67 dead 4) 0/67 dead 5) 0/67 dead 6) 0/67 dead 7) 0/67 dead 8) 0/67 dead
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste d20+12=20 ; Thursday October 13th, 2022 1:33:41 PM
Elyas spins around, another spell half-formed in his mind and hands at the ready to deliver some fiery damage but he sees the monsters have all been put down.
"well that will sure wake you up! Well done everyone. Now what in the Wold were that many undead doing around this area? Dire wolves are pretty rare, and ghoul versions of them must have been created by something or someone.
Knowledge Religion = 20 to recall anything about how these beasties are created
Mak(JamesM)(87/87)|AC:36-AO/28/19T/20FF|CMD 33| Rapier +1-Agile,Keen|18/13/8/-/-|(FA,WN,PS,WF,WS, AD)**|1d6+11(15)x2)) Thursday October 13th, 2022 1:34:24 PM
Mak shrugged his quiver off and immediately returned to his pack to replenish the arrows in it. There might be more out there, he thought. This time he grabbed 5 of the cold iron arrows, so his quiver now held 15 normal arrows and 5 cold iron ones.
"You ok over there Tsak? Is everyone ok?" Mak asked without bothering to wake the sleeping youngling. "This one brings a whole new meaning to cat naps." Mak jested as he made his next suggestion.
"Gentlemen." Mak started. "We should perhaps gather these creatures up and burn them. No doubt they might foster disease if we left them to the wild creatures of the region."
Without waiting Mak put on his gloves and set about dragging the creatures into a pile, and though it seemed unlikely he took a moment to make certain the creatures had no valuables once they were in place by cutting them open to look at their stomach contents.
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d20+12=22 ; Thursday October 13th, 2022 1:42:35 PM
Wil is very pleased that this worked out so well. "We should examine the remains, maybe they contain a clue to where they came from." (Perception: 22)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 50/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 2d8+11=20 ; Thursday October 13th, 2022 3:57:43 PM
After casting shield falco casts cure moderate wounds on Ayotnom. {Healing: 20}
"Anyone else need a heal, it looks Ayotnom took the worst of it but I can do a group heal as well."
_______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (2/2) / Dimensional Ancor 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D) / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - XCure Light Wounds (D)X / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (87/103 HP | AC: 19; Touch: 13; CMD: 25 d20+16=26 ; Thursday October 13th, 2022 7:20:25 PM
With the immediate threat dealt with, Rolth ends his rage, and looks about tiredly. "Yes, Falco, a bit of group healing would be excellent, given that so many of us are still wounded. I wonder who or what is creating these things, and whether there are any more threats hereabouts? Should we try to track them back in the darkness or wait until first light to move?"
Rolth looks and listens carefully to make sure another round of beasties isn't approaching.
(Perception = 26)
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Thursday October 13th, 2022 9:58:39 PM "We could try tracking them back now, but I expect our young guide still needs rest and light wouldn't hurt. I say we wait until dawn." Kiwina isn't thrilled with the idea more might be out there.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 66/82 | AC : 28; Touch 18; Flat 23 CMD 27(29 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Thursday October 13th, 2022 10:02:12 PM
Ayotnom says, "I was to busy casting defensive buffs to get a piece of any of the ghoulish wolves...though they got a few pieces of me."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 35/84 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Friday October 14th, 2022 6:52:53 AM
Tsak checks Esmerelda is ok, then makes his way over to the fire to bandage anything still bleeding. He'll definitely join in any group healing.
DM Jeremy Battle Map Friday October 14th, 2022 2:29:41 PM
Elyas is ready for action, but is relieved to see all the dire ghoul wolves dead. He brings up an interesting point about the wolves, and he is pretty sure these creatures were created, due to the extreme rarity of their existence. He thinks a bit and remembers that like other ghouls, dire ghoul wolves can be created by necromancer magic spells such as create undead. Non-good (usually evil) wizards, clerics and some sorcerers can cast these spells.
Mak refills his quiver, than comments on Haltavar's ability to sleep through such an ordeal. He suggests gathering the corpses of the undead wolves and burning them so as to avoid spreading disease, and gets to work doing just that, after making sure Tsak is OK.
Wil decides to examine the corpses before burning them, but isn't able to find any clues as to their origins.
Falco hooks up Ayotnom with some healing, and than asks if anyone else could use some.
Rolth request Falco do a group heal, and he too wonders about the origins of the undead wolves. He asks if they should have a look about to see if there are anymore, either now, or in the daylight, as he listens for anything that may go bump in the night.
Kiwina suggests waiting until dawn as Haltavar seems to need more sleep, and daylight will help, though he isn't thrilled of the possibility of their being more out there.
Ayotnom comments that building his defense disallowed him the opportunity to go on the offense, but the wolves got a chunk of his flesh.
Tsak checks in on his cat, and is relieved to learn than she is fine, than goes over to join in the group heal. Tsak is obviously the worst off in the damage department.
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The mystery of the dire wolf ghouls proves to be an enigma our intrepid heroes can't seem to solve. Thankfully, they weren't visited by any more in the night, and in the morning a quick look around and it is clear, to those in the know, that these eight were the only ones, as eight distinct sets of tracks were found. Haltavar rises from his slumber and stretches. he looks around and sees the still smoldering remains of the bonfire that consumed the ghoul wolves corpses. A puzzled look crosses his face as he asks, "Did I miss something?"
The rest of the trip to Frog Hollow is uneventful, and as you enter the small fishing village, you see a large gathering, of what you assume are the villagers in the town square.
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:26/17T/20FF|CMD 31|CSB: Arrows-20|14/9/4/14(RS)/-|(FA,WT,PBS,DA,RS,MS)**|1d8+12(MS)(20)x3) d20+16=34 ; Friday October 14th, 2022 2:52:04 PM
Mak napped a bit on Elmer's back as they completed the journey to the fishing village. The late night activities were wearing on him and he was ready for a good nights rest, preferably in a structure with four walls and a door that locked. A jab in the ribs from Falco roused him as they approached the village.
"What? What? I'm awake." Mak said rather unconvincingly as his head swiveled about and he checked the surroundings for signs of Dire Wolves. A foot print here or there perhaps, but not outright tracking. For that he'd have to take a closer look, or use his Tsak attachment.
When they drew up near the villagers Mak kept his feathered friend close and gripped his short bow tightly with one hand out of sight and next to his horse quiver as he ranged wide with the Petals between he and the liontaurs. "Let us be careful." he advised the small cleric quietly. "Remember the Deep. If events turn I'll set you down on the safe side of Elmer so you can use your magic."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 50/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Friday October 14th, 2022 3:11:40 PM
Falco does his best to still get enough rest to complete his morning prayers. The sight of the dead wolves, that he can now see are ghouls, encourages him to be prepared.
"No need, I will hop of here and walk in with the rest. Over a short distance me being slower then the big folks won't hurt much."
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"Healing, does anyone still need healing? In my pursuit of offense spells I tend to forget that I am also a cleric and have the ability to heal too. I'm sorry, please Wardd forgive me as I navigate this desire to be a warrior for you." Cure Moderate Wounds: for 18 to whoever needs it "I can channel some energy too, if needed." he then adds
---- 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, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure Moderate Wounds) Lv3: Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite, Summon Monster IV - D: Confusion
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103 HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 27 d6=5 ; d6=2 ; d6=4 ; d6=2 ; d6=4 ; d6=4 ; d20+16=32 ; Friday October 14th, 2022 10:41:04 PM
When the lad asks whether he missed something, Rolth is glad that the fellow did not have to witness those horrible beasts. He chuckles, and says, "Just a bit of exercise before breakfast, I'm glad that we did not disturb your rest! Now let's go see what we can do to help your village."
On the way to the village, Rolth will channel energy three times to heal himself and his comrades, giving everyone 21hp of healing. He will suggest that Wil's spell goes to Tsak, who is most grievously wounded. He will also suggest that our more skilled healers check the wounded for any signs of lingering ill effects from the wounds inflicted by the ghouls.
Upon our arrival, he will look carefully to make sure that these are indeed living liontaurs and not newly risen victims of ghoulish attacks.
Perception = 32
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Saturday October 15th, 2022 10:58:28 AM
Kiwina notes the general direction the dire ghouls came from and compares it to their own direction of travel.
Seeing the villagers, Kiwina asks Haltavar if he sees any of the village leaders there. A large group gathered could mean there has been more trouble than what happened to Haltavar's family.
The healing spells help Tsak immensely and he is able to complete the walk to the village at a moderate pace without any issues.
He chuckles quietly to himself at Rolth's excuse to the lad. Glad we didn't do any heavy exercise. Also happy I've been studying how to hurt undead, might come in handy. Bloody zombies. he says to Mak quietly.
When the villagers come into sight Tsak takes a few minutes to survey them, trying to determine their numbers, mood and the presence or absence of weapons and armour (Perception)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 74/104 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Sunday October 16th, 2022 9:11:13 PM
(OOC Updated header with full HP now that Tsak has levelled and recovered from earlier effects, forgot to do it before.)
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 19 CMD 27(29 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Sunday October 16th, 2022 10:46:16 PM
Ayotnom asks, "Do you think their might be a master behind the attack on Frog Hollow and the attack on us with the ghoulish dire wolves? Perhaps a monstrologer or necromancer? Does anyone have any magicks that they may cast on Haltavar or our group to thwart divination on us?"
DM Mark - "Let us be careful." d6=4 ; Monday October 17th, 2022 5:19:05 PM Mak finds that napping on a moving horse is not very restful. He is wary as the Petals approach a group gathered in the little village, and he shares his concerns with the others. Falco thanks Mak for the ride and gets off the horse to walk with the others. Wil offers to heal the party. Rolth tries to distract the young boy from any awareness of the previous nights fight. He heals the Petals on the walk to the village. He looks to make sure these villagers are not undead. Kiwinas practiced eye notes the direction the ghoulish wolves came from. They seem to have come from the direction the Petals took, perhaps picking up on their scent and following the heroes here. He asks Haltavar if he sees any of the village leaders in the gathered group. Tsak sizes up the gathered villages. He can see they are agitated. All of them seem to have some sort of weapon, though most are merely farm implements such as scythes, bills and pitchforks. Ayotnom wonders if there might be some malign forces directing the recent attacks, and asks if there is some means of shielding the Petals and Haltavar from detection.
As the Petals walk through the village they note the smell of the sea and can see some fish salted and drying on racks. They pass a few villagers that seem a bit startled by the group as they pass.
You go to where young Haltavar directs, toward the home and office of a local magistrate named Froylot, where the agitated crowd has gathered, and you hear several comments.
It was the Sullivan place. I hear theyre all dead, and a lot of cattle too. Near 30 head of cattle I hear. Shame about the Sullivans. Same thing happened to the Haster family. Somethings gotta be done. See, this is what happens without a clan leader. Clan leader? Bah. We dont need a clan leader. What we need is a wall and better weapons. There you go about that wall again. Froylot needs to send word for help! Help. Yer kidding yourself if you think were gonna get help. We need that wall. Hey, aint that the Haster kid? Jeez, I thought they was all dead.
Then a tall liontaur appears at the doorway, and you can see he is old and his face is creased with worry and concern. He tries to mollify the crowd, and some begin to point in your direction. Noticing you, the old man moves with unusual haste to the Petals. His face changes to one of concern and compassion as he sees Haltavar.
The villagers fall silent.
Ah, Haltavar. Thank the gods that you survived.
He turns to the Petals.
My name is Magistrate Froylot, and am I right in identifying you as the Eight Petaled Rose?
After the Petals confirm Froylots assumption, he seems relieved. He says,
It is good that Haltavar found you, and brought you here, for as you can see, we are in a bad way right now. My people need answers, but I have none to give them. Nor do we have the means to track down the killing beasts that seem to be attacking our people. Would you be willing to investigate these horrific acts? So far there have been two incidents, but I fear, without your help, there will be many more.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 50/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 6/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Monday October 17th, 2022 7:16:46 PM
Falco's step falters as he hears the last name Haster feeling sudden unwarranted concern. Is that spelled with a e or an o? It must be an e, and o feels strangely creepy. A slight shake of the head has his pace quicken, the existential dread gone he waves to those who fell silent. He nods at the mention of the Eight Petal Rose, forgetting he is a beastfolk he tries to smile but the beak doesn't move although his eyes change some.
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Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Monday October 17th, 2022 7:56:27 PM "We'll need to know where the most recent attack happened, who found it, and when," Kiwina says. "I'd like to look at both sites, but the last one first." He leaves it to others in the group to ask about the clan leader or what they're doing to protect themselves now. He's interested in learning what he can about the attacks themselves.
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:26/17T/20FF|CMD 31|CSB: Arrows-20|11/6/1/11(RS)/-|(FA,WT,DA,RS,MS)**|1d6+11(MS)(20)x3) d20+6=15 ; d20+16=31 ; Monday October 17th, 2022 8:06:08 PM
Mak shared Falco's concern about the family name, but he didn't say anything to the villagers. So Mak just nudged Elmer forward and started circling the area looking for tracks that looked out of place. He wasn't trying to track anything though, just find tracks he didn't recognize so he could point them out to others. Meanwhile he kept the shortbow ready in case of attack.
OOC: Survival +6, Roll 15. Perception +16, Roll 31
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103 HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 27 Monday October 17th, 2022 9:47:57 PM "Magistrate, you have the right of it, we are indeed the Eight Petaled Rose. Haltavar found us quickly, good lad, and we came straight here to help, by Domi's grace. Have any among you seen the beasts that have been attacking? And have there been any other strange occurrences recently, even if there is no known connection. Unusual ships sighted, sounds in the hills, anything like that? I will say that we encountered a few undead dire wolves on our journey here, so there is something insidious going on here, not just hungry animals. Let us get to the investigating straightaway! In the meantime, can some of you take care of young Haltavar? He's been brave but perhaps seen enough excitement for now."
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 19 CMD 27(29 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Monday October 17th, 2022 11:35:40 PM
Ayotnom says, "Quick question, just to test a theory based on what we encountered on the way here would the beasts that be attacking you happen to resemble undead wolves? We had an encounter with some ourselves on the trip over here and I'm wondering if it isn't a coincidence. I would wager that even though we beat the pack that attacked us if the beasts are one and the same there are probably more out there."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 92/104 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Tuesday October 18th, 2022 12:00:42 AM
Tsak gives Wil a quick smile as the healing takes effect. He feels as good as he's ever been.
The ranger is a little bemused that a large group of liontaurs, highly-effective killing machines that they are, would be considering a fence. Given the mood of the mob he keeps his thoughts to himself.
He agrees with Kiwina's assessment to visit the sight of the more recent attack first. He suspects the villagers will have little knowledge of what is roaming the countryside as the boy is the only survivor so far. He keeps his thoughts to himself regarding what they might be facing. No sense in creating more fear, it will only lead to poor decisions.
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste Tuesday October 18th, 2022 10:42:06 AM I agree with the others, we should investigate both sites, before too much time has passed. I was afraid there would be more than one attack, it seems something is harassing this town. Don't worry we will get to the bottom of it, it's kind of our thing
Elyas will wait until the others are ready and the group is shown to the site of the recent attack
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d20+16=17 ; Tuesday October 18th, 2022 6:01:16 PM
"So your saying you want to build a wall to keep everyone safe? That sounds like an expensive endeavor. How about we try to figure out what's going on here first," Wil says. (Diplomacy: 17) "Any clue on where we could start? Where and when did you first find the first victims? May we speak with any survivors, if that's not a rude thing to ask?"
DM Mark - "Don't worry we will get to the bottom of it, it's kind of our thing." Tuesday October 18th, 2022 9:00:17 PM Falco seems rattled by a name from the past, but shakes it off and stays silent. Mak shares Falcos concern and stays ready. Wil heals Tsak. He suggests that a wall would be expensive, and asks where to start and if there are any survivors. Tsak, grateful for the healing, remains quiet as well. Kiwina has questions and is interested in seeing the sites of both the attacks. Rolth confirms the heroes identity. He asks several questions looking for any information that may help, along with seeing where these attacks happened. He also asks for someone to watch after the young Haltavar. Elyas is also eager to see where these attacks occurred. Ayotnom asks if the beasts that attacked resembled undead wolves.
Lots of questions. Magistrate Froylot sighs. Before he can respond, some of the riled up villagers shout their responses.
A ship eh? I didnt see no ship, but it coulda been a ghost ship! They come at night, ya see. Maybe that's where your undead wolves come from. Yeah, I see lights out on the water some nights. After you see the bottom of a bottle, I reckon. You aint seen no lights. Have too! The Hasters and the Sullivans arent far. We can take you there! Survivors? Wasnt no survivors. All dead, all of em and the livestock too. The Petals think the attacks maybe come from the hills! Aye, the hills can be dangerous for sure. The hills have eyes! Bah, if they come from the hills, thered be tracks. Haltavar - poor kid. Strange things? I seen some fauns - goatboys - a while back. They was strange. Theres always strange things happening, but nuthin like this tho. Folk are scared. Cmon, well take you to that Haster place, and then to the Sullivans.
The crowd is stirred up and ready to go. A kindly woman comes over to Haltavar trying to usher him away, but the boy is not having it. NO. THIS WAS MY FAMILY THAT WAS ATTACKED. LEMME GO - IM TAKING THEM THERE!
The crowd is a bit taken aback by the boys insistence as he pulls away from the kindly woman. You think youd likely need to tie him up to keep him here.
Magistrate Froylot raises his hands and pulls his bent frame up to his full height.
ENOUGH! Let the boy go, hes been through enough! We can see to his oversight later.
He continues to the Petals, As you can see, this community is deeply concerned and fear runs high, so even the smallest rumors and sightings become monsters in the night. People are superstitious because of what happened to the previous leader of the Houndstooh Clan and his village, but you Petals know all about that. I dont think these attacks are related to anything that was said here, but who knows?
The boy seems insistent, so perhaps it would be better to let him lead you there than to try to restrain him. May provide some closure as well. I can send some of the villagers with you if you like. Noone has changed anything at these two sites as far as I know, and I imagine the dead are all still there.
I wish we could offer you payment for your services but in truth we are not a wealthy village, and other than free lodging as well as food and drink, we really dont have much to offer.
Magistrate Froylot points to two men and one woman, all holding farm tools like they mean to cut someone down. Yammon, Gavyl, Jetia. You go with them. The rest of you, stay here. We dont need a mob trampling over everything.
Haltavar steps forward, a grim look on his face as he wipes his nose across his sleeve. Cmon, lets go. CMON!
What now? You will need someone to show the way. Do you restrain the boy? Do you take the villagers? Anything else?
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103 HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 27 Tuesday October 18th, 2022 9:20:28 PM "Bravely done, Haltavar, you make Domi the Defender proud. Lead on then, young sir. And you three, we'll welcome your local insights as we make our way to the scenes of the attacks, but I ask that you all let us take the lead in any fighting, your village has lost enough already. And we don't do this for the money, but for the glory of Domi and the honor of the reunified taurs and noble races!"
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Tuesday October 18th, 2022 9:48:53 PM
Kiwina also thanks the people who will accompany them, but warns that the Petals will need to look over the area carefully and may be a while. "You said all of them died. . . Did any of you see the bodies? Did anyone examine them?" Kiwina asks the villagers. He does not expect that the bodies of any people would have been left for days, so asking might be their best chance to guess what happened.
He's still not sure if the Sullivan's or the Haster's place was attacked most recently, but given that Haltavar is going with them is not going to argue about the order in which they visit the homesteads.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 19 CMD 27(29 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Wednesday October 19th, 2022 1:24:35 AM
Ayotnom says, "I agree with Rolth. Haltavar shall be our guide. He does make Imod proud."
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:26/17T/20FF|CMD 31|CSB: Arrows-20|11/6/1/11(RS)/-|(FA,WT,DA,RS,MS)**|1d6+11(MS)(20)x3) Wednesday October 19th, 2022 8:05:11 AM
Mak found nothing as he circled the area so he just listened to everything, including the dyslexic minotaur in their group. He also suffered through the accolades Rolth and the minotaur gave Domi. Domi this Imod that, it was all very tiring. Domi was probably some plant thing that had twisted those two's minds...he'd have to look at them more closely later.
Mak also listened to the villagers, or perhaps they'd have been more appropriately labled kittentaurs. Though he'd said nothing to Tsak they thinked similarly. Here they were on an island with vicious predators and they were cowering in fear because a few of them were killed. He noted that Rolth's question was turned into a fact in the blink of an eye. He also noted that at least one villager noted no tracks.
"Tsak. You hear that?" Mak said from horseback a few feet from the ranger. "No tracks. I told you, didn't I? Flying." he said to remind Tsak he called it as a dragon though he didn't exactly want to say it out loud in a crowd of Kittentaurs.
"Oh, you hear Rolth? We don't do it for the money? Really? I do it for the money, don't you? I'm not near as adept at living off the land as he is, I mean I need a laundryman, a cook, a butler, errand boys, footmen, maids. Those people don't work for free now do they." Mak said as he raised his hand to correct the actual Liontaur among the kittens but caught a look from Falco at the last minute and lowered it. "Fine." Mak said under his breath,"But there better be treasure, I have plans."
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste Wednesday October 19th, 2022 9:00:24 AM
Elyas chuckles a little at Mak's complaints about the money. "I don't know about you all, but I have made more money off of our various adventures than i would have made in a lifetime of sailing for a living. Not to mention all of the crazy things we have gotten to be a part of, and the good things we have manged to do for the islands. looking into attacks on a peaceful village without expecting cold hard coin is certainly not going to put us in the poor house.
Elyas is happy to let Haltavar lead. there is no reason to keep the child from having a part in this after everything he has gone through.
However, he thinks, the mere presence of Haltavar is a good indication that they cannot take anything that the villagers say at face value. they insist there were no survivors, yet here we are being led to the attack site by a survivor....
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Wednesday October 19th, 2022 9:13:54 AM
Wil began to get nervous as the crowd began to get animated. He began to mumble to himself but corrected, he stood up tall. "The passion is understandable but I would prefer not to lead a mob. Prefer to only have a minimal amount of villagers. It's hard enough to keep our own group in order." "Additionally, I would prefer none of their people die under our watch. Our work can be hazardous. I vote to leave the villagers here. The boy can stay, we can protect him. Just my opinion here." Wil says to the Petals only.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 7/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Wednesday October 19th, 2022 9:14:07 AM "Agreed Elyas, money is not the motivation of our adventures though it is of course a nice perk."
He moves to Haltavar "If things get dangerous keep your distance and if you must approach come towards me so I can help insure your safety."
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Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 92/104 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Wednesday October 19th, 2022 3:14:45 PM All I need is a cat Tsak says to Mak, and he tickles Esmerelda under the chin.
DM Mark - Kittentaurs d20=2 d20=14 Wednesday October 19th, 2022 7:16:58 PM Rolth encourages Halvatar to lead the way to these sites. He invites the three villagers to come as well, but to leave any righting to the Petals. Ayotnom also encourages the boy. Kiwina thanks the three villagers, and warns that the Petals may be a while in their investigations. He asks if anyone actually saw the bodies. Mak derides the frightened villagers silently, deciding they are mere kittentaurs and unworthy of his respect. He takes exception to Rolths assertion the Petals will help without reward, noting that Mak needs to be able to pay people to wait on him hand and foot. Elyas notes that the Petals are actually quite rich. He is glad to have Halvatar along, noting its odd they said there were no survivors when the boys presence proves them wrong. Wil says the mob must stay but that the three villagers are enough for now, though he would actually prefer even those three stay behind. Falco says reward is not necessary. But it is nice. He warns Halvatar to stay near him should there be trouble. Tsak says all he needs is a cat and is glad to have Esmerelda along.
Asked if anyone saw the bodies, several villagers respond, some having been to each farmstead where they saw the poor people and dead sheep and cows. You can see Halvatars jaw tense up at the confirmation of his family's deaths. Magistrate Froylot says he does not believe anyone has changed things at either site, wanting to allow for
As you go, Halvatar remains sullen and quiet. He is only roused to speak when Yammon says hes sorry about what happened to Halvatars family. Shut up! Dont talk about my family. is all he responds. They leave him along and the walk is long and quiet.2
At one point, Jetia will say that the Sulivan farm is much closer to town, but none are willing to challenge the boys determination to go to his familys place first.
As you round a small hillock, a farm comes into view.
As you approach Haltavars home, the smell of death and decay is everywhere. There is a two story house, with the bottom story serving as a small barn and workshop. A corral is adjacent to the house.
However, see no trace of Haltavars family, and only a few dead sheep. There are more bloodied areas scattered about the farm, suggesting many more deaths than the few dead sheep you see. The few sheep there have either been clawed or trampled.
Halvatar is a bit frantic. Where, where are my family? Where are they? They were here! WHERE ARE THEY?!!!
The three villagers that accompanied you look around wide-eyed, not quite sure what to do but clearly frightened.
Everyone can make a DC 20 Perception check Highlight to display spoiler: {you find some odd shaped footprints of a huge sized creature. The footprints arent clean enough to identify the creature, which is odd. You only see partial footprints of something, and only here and there.}
If the Perception check is successful, you can make a DC 15 survival check to Highlight to display spoiler: {The footprints both begin and end suddenly, and seem to sometimes skip for a distance here and there.}
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103 HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 27 d20+17=32 ; d20+10=14 ; Wednesday October 19th, 2022 8:16:51 PM
As the Petal's approach the farmstead, Rolth will cast Toros' Taur Try (minotaur version) on himself. He surveys the scene in dismay, but soon focuses on trying to sort out what happened. He first consoles Haltavar. "I do not yet know, Haltavar, but I will not stint in my efforts to find out. Let us investigate, that we might make progress in this quest. Look, here, see these? Odd shaped prints of some unidentified, huge creature, but only partial and scattered about. I don't quite know what to make of it, but I suspect the other Petals can help us learn more. What say you fellows?"
Perception = 32 Survival = 14
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+21=25 ; d20+23=28 ; d20+21=31 ; d20+23=32 ; Wednesday October 19th, 2022 8:45:32 PM
(Perception = 25, survival = 28)
Kiwina asks Grandfather for help as he looks around. (To the DM: Highlight to display spoiler: {Just for flavor. He is not using the spirits to cast a spell.}) He sees the same things Rolth described.
He turns to the villagers and asks, "Should I assume from your reaction that the village left the bodies here?" Once he gets an answer, he circles the farm outside any fences, looking for tracks of frightened sheep or other signs of anything approaching or leaving the area. (Perception = 31, survival = 32)
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 19 CMD 27(29 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+17=37 ; d20+2=9 ; d20+19=20 ; d20+9=25 ; d20+9=29 ; d20+9=10 ; d20+9=23 ; Thursday October 20th, 2022 12:38:09 AM
(Perception: 37) (Survival: 9)
Ayotnom says, "I see the footprints too."
He then starts wracking his brain for hypothetical matches to the prints even though he knows they aren't clear enough for a 100% identification he could still speculate based on the size and general shape as well as the brutality of the attacks.
The missing bodies and the tracks pique Tsak's interest. Is someone else hunting those responsible for the massacre, or (and a shiver runs up his spine) are necromantic arts or other foul magicks at play.
Stay here, don't let the boy get too close.
Motioning the others to stay clear he makes his way around the scene to see what it can tell him. Were there many creatures or one? Did it jump from place to place or just vanish? Were bodies dragged, rolled? Did things fall out of pockets? Are there any bits and pieces 'lying' around or has it all been sanitised?
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d20+12=20 ; d20+3=6 ; Thursday October 20th, 2022 10:12:22 AM
"There are footprints!" Wil declares. "...but can we figure out where the creature went or where it took the bodies. They are not in any detectable direction, I don't think. Maybe it can fly?" Wil then scans the area for caves or places a creature can hide. (Perception: 20)
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste d20+13=25 ; d20+13=23 ; Thursday October 20th, 2022 10:14:13 AM
Elyas lets those that are better at tracking identify the footprints. he instead focuses on looking for other clues, particularly for evidence of the bodies of the family. He looks for blood stains that are away from the bodies of the dead animals, and for evidence of bodies being dragged or stumbling away, etc
perception = 25
He also ponders what he knows of the area, and wildlife that could possibly be nearby, even if it isn't normally aggressive. Something came here and killed these people and their stock, and even if it was magically enhanced or raised from the dead it would have to have been on the island somehow. He tries to come up with some ideas of what kind of animals might be here big enough to do this much damage
Knowledge nature = 23
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 7/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 d20+15=21 ; d20+3=7 ; Thursday October 20th, 2022 10:20:01 AM
{Perception: 21}
"Boy stay back here with me. I see the footprints as well and best you are clear if anything happens. I have my bow and can close in fast to help the Petals if need be." He looks at the kid. "I am sorry for your family, this cannot be easy to see."
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Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:26/17T/20FF|CMD 31|+1 CLB:Arrows-20|15/10/5/15(RS)/-|(FA,WF,WS,WT,DA,RS,MS)**|1d8+14(MS)(20)x3) d20+16=36 ; d20+6=18 ; Thursday October 20th, 2022 1:10:14 PM
Mak dismounted and pulled out his longbow as he tethered Elmer to a fence post. Once he shrugged on his quiver and set his cloak in place. he moved about the area and looked for clues. As he adjusted his cloak a sharp eye could make out a shiny new WLA pin on his shirt collar.
Mak saw everything the others did, but said nothing as he moved around the compound. Everything he saw confirmed in his mind that they were dealing with a flying creature. That there were no liontaur footprints told him that alive or dead the residents of this home were carried away.
"I think it's safe to say that we are dealing with a flying creature and if that creature is a dragon as I suspect it may very well have some necromantic abilities about it if those wolves are connected to all this. The biggest issue here I think is that none of us have any experience with this type of creature, dragon or otherwise, since none of us recognize the tracks. See." Mak said pointing to one of the sets of tracks. "It looks like it hopped from here to here. Birds hop, dragon's walk. If it's a large bird that would be one boon, I suppose. I'd recommend we keep our eyes on the sky as we move about and be alert for attacks from above."
"Haltavar. You were here during the attack? Did you see or hear the attacker? Did anyone escape only to die inside the house?" Mak finished as he moved to look in the doorway for blood trails.
DM Mark - "I am sorry for your family, this cannot be easy to see." d20=10 ; Thursday October 20th, 2022 6:52:12 PM Rolth looks around and tries to console Halvatar. He notes the strange, uneven prints. Kiwina takes in the scene. He asks the three villagers if any of the others who came to this site moved the bodies or left the bodies. He circles the area looking for bodies, sheep or anything else. Ayotnom tries to identify the partial footprints, but is not sure. Hed guess they might be reptilian of some sort. A pretty big reptilian thing. Tsak suggests someone keep an eye on Halvatar and not let him get too close. Then the ranger scouts the area, looking for more clues. Esmerelda plods along with him. Wil sees the footprints and wonders about them. He looks for any clues or places to hide. Elyas wonders what sort of animals or creatures could do such a thing. He knows Liontaur isle is plagued by hell hounds, but is not familiar with what else might have been here. Perhaps a large lizard, dinosaur or really big bird from the prints. He sees no sign that a bloodied creature moved away, nor that one might have been dragged somewhere. Falco keeps an eye on the boy and tries to comfort him. Mak says this must be a flying creature, perhaps a dragon with necromantic abilities. He asks Halvatar if he was here during the attack, did he see or hear what happened, or if anyone escaped to die in the house?
There are plenty of locations of dried blood in the dirt here, and there are plenty of liontaur prints as well as sheep prints. Survival DC 20:Highlight to display spoiler: {Now that you look at all the different prints here, you can see that the large creature prints seem to be the most recent - that is, there are no other prints that appear to be on top of those.}
Halvatar had said he was fishing when the attack happened, and indeed there are three rotting fish near the house. At Maks mention of the house, Halvatars eyes get wide and he bolts toward the farmhouse, disappearing in the door, yelling for his family.
Kiwina and Tsak fan out. They find no liontaurs, alive or dead. They do spot a few sheep in the distance, and there are a few dead sheep here and there. Judging from the bloodied dirt, something has clearly removed the liontaur bodies and most of the dead sheep.
The three villagers do not interfere. They look, and confirm what the Petals see. They are clearly afraid, and after Mak's comment keep looking up apprehensively.
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Thursday October 20th, 2022 8:32:23 PM You know, Kiwina points out to the villagers, "the same guy who just said this must be a dragon also says the gods are plants. Worry about his nonsense if you want, but I'm not going to."
Kiwina tries to figure out the timing. Nothing else has crossed the large tracks, but in the days since the attack some scavengers should have come. "Tell me," he asks the villagers, "Were the Hasters attacked before or after the Sullivans? How many days ago did you learn of each attack?"
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103 HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 27 Thursday October 20th, 2022 9:43:38 PM "Huh, I wonder whether the big flying lizard thing came after the attack occurred. Are there no tracks leading away from here at all?" Having posed this question, Rolth will follow Halvatar inside to make sure that he is as ok as the situation allows.
Tsak stays with the tracks, but can't fathom a coherent story from it. Its a mess, in more ways than one. The scene has been sullied since the attack. I can't tell what was here and when just from footprints and scuff marks.
The ranger works his way to the periphery of the homestead searching the whole area thoroughly. He is especially searching for tracks leading away (Survival =25)
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 19 CMD 27(29 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+2=8 ; Friday October 21st, 2022 12:14:14 AM
(Survival: 8)
Ayotnom says, "If I had to wager based on the prints they are kind of a massive reptillian. Are there dinosaurs on Liontaur Isle?"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 7/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Friday October 21st, 2022 10:09:11 AM
Falco sprints behind the boy as he heads to the house. "You might not want to.... neverminded." He is determinded to at least be there to help the boy process what he sees.
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Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:26/17T/20FF|CMD 31|+1 CLB:Arrows-20|15/10/5/15(RS)/-|(FA,WF,WS,WT,DA,RS,MS)**|1d8+14(MS)(20)x3) d20+6=15 ; Friday October 21st, 2022 1:48:19 PM "If you'd been following along Kiwina, what I said was that some plant was pretending to BE a god. Then I of course questioned whether all the others were plants too." Mak said with a smirk. "Are we sure some plant thing isn't embedded in Rolth's brain? He's a bit myopic about Domi even when that being proves he's not really interested in helping anyone if it's not related to his own agenda. It's understandable that Ayotnom likes him, he is Ayotnom's personal transportation guy. I'd want to foster that relationship too. Who doesn't need instant transportation anywhere in the Wold?"
"As for this creature, whatever it is, it does appear to be flying since it's prints don't lead away from here."
OOC: So the DM is saying that the Liontaurs could have walked away, just that their prints are obscured? Mak would range further afield to verify that.
DM Mark - "I am sorry for your family, this cannot be easy to see." Friday October 21st, 2022 2:23:51 PM (Sorry if I was confusing. I simply meant that there are plenty of liontaur tracks around this liontaur farmstead, as you would expect. This makes it hard to tell if some liontaurs walked away, though nothing suggests they did. But you do know that the large creature prints have not been "walked over" by liontaurs - the creature prints seem to be the most recent prints.)
DM Mark - Gods and Plants Saturday October 22nd, 2022 1:12:48 AM Kiwina wonders about the lack of scavengers. He asks the villagers about the timing of the attacks at the two sites. Rolth wonders about the lack of footprints leaving the site. He follows Halvatar into the house. Tsak works his way around the area, carefully examining the prints and other clues. Ayotnom asks if there are dinosaurs on the island. Wil follows the others, keeping a sharp eye out. Falco runs after Halvatar, trying to warn the boy about what he may see. Mak continues a discussion with Kiwina about Elyas
Kiwina and Mak have a discussion regarding gods. And plants. And gods that are plants. One might get the impression that Mak does not respect the gods.
Tsaks sharp eye is able to pick out what he thinks must be Halvatars prints in the dirt. They seem to go to the now rotting fish, move around the area a little and then head off in the direction of Frog Hollow where you all just came from. He also notices some other liontaur prints at the edge of the farm. They never seem to enter the central area, and the length of their gait suggests they ran in the direction of Frog Hollow as they left.
The three villagers look at Kiwina. Gavyl says, See, Im were not sure the timing of these attacks. I mean, some folk found this scene, but really it was Halvatar that found it first. But I heard the bodies were here, and now theyre not. The Sullivans? I dunno, but I think this one happened first. I dunno. What do you think did this? Is it still around? Is it coming for the rest of us?
Falco and Rolth run after Halvatar. The runs around the house, calling for his family, but is me with silence. Falco coaxes the boy out. Where did they go? Their bodies are gone. Where did they go?
Once outside he looks at the Petals, tears in his eyes.
You, you all are supposed to be these famous and powerful adventurers. Why cant you do anything? Where did they go? Why cant you bring my family back, and why is whatever killed them still on the loose? WHAT GOOD ARE YOU ANYWAY? He hides his face as he begins to cry.
The three villagers look nervously at the boy and the Petals.
After a few minutes of crying, Haltivar will stand up straight, wipe away his tears and with zero emotion he will say, We should head to the Sullivan Farm. Maybe you will find something there. The child seems distant and resolute. He seems to want to leave, but waits for the rest of you.
Do you go in the direction the boy and the villagers seem to indicate would lead to the Sullivan farm? Do you investigate more? What next?
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 92/104 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Saturday October 22nd, 2022 2:44:39 AM
[b]I think the Sullivan farm is a good idea, there's not much more I can glean from here for now. I would say that I think something has been here since the attack. Possibly something very big, but the reason for its visit is unclear. In any case we should travel with care and have our wits about us.[b]
As Haltivar will be taking point Tsak positions himself at the back of the group to keep an eye that nothing is following or them.
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Saturday October 22nd, 2022 12:36:49 PM "Haltavar can confirm the timing of this attack, pretty precisely. That's not really the issue." The real issue, Kiwina thinks but does not say in front of the villagers, is the timing of whatever took the bodies. Which may or may not be the same thing that attacked in the first place, as far as he has seen. Still, there are no tracks leaving except for some liontaurs. There is no scavenger activity, despite it being days since the attack. And despite Mak shooting off his mouth just to scare people, a huge flying dinosaur-like or bird-like creature . . . Well, there's been no sign of a large fire, electrical, or acid attack.
"Yes, Haltavar, to the Sullivans next would be good. You're just going to have to wait to see whether we can do anything. But it won't be by a snap of our fingers."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103 HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 27 d20+23=32 ; d20+16=18 ; Saturday October 22nd, 2022 8:49:40 PM
Rolth tries to reinforce Haltavar's resolution, but ease any bitterness. "Good, Haltavar, Domi cannot prevent all bad things from happening to us, but he does lend us strength to deal with those things as they come into our lives. Let us be off to the Sullivans' and see what more we can learn. If we persevere, we will learn more about what happened to the families, and try to achieve some measure of justice for what has been lost."
During the trip, Rolth will keep a keen eye out for threats and clues.
Diplomacy= 32 Perception = 18
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 19 CMD 27(29 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Monday October 24th, 2022 12:33:52 AM
Ayotnom says to Haltavar, "Kid, let me tell you that life is not fair. The Gods including Lord Imod give us freedom of choice and the ability to decide our own destinies. Because of this bad things happen and to good people but it is how you roll with the punches and adapt that reveal what kind of person you are. When that stranger murdered my father I was sad and I spent my time lamenting his death, but then I resolved to do something about it. I became an adventure and later a duelist so that I can hunt down that stranger and avenge my father's death someday. There is likely no bringing your family back as Gargul's revolving door in the afterlife is typically reserved for adventurers with unfinished business. If you want my advice help us get whatever monster murdered your family. Share whatever it is you know even if the detail seems insignificant. Watch what we the Eight Petaled Rose do and become an adventurer yourself in the future when you grow to help others not have to go through what you did."
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:26/17T/20FF|CMD 31|+1 CLB:Arrows-20|15/10/5/15(RS)/-|(FA,WF,WS,WT,DA,RS,MS)**|1d8+14(MS)(20)x3) Monday October 24th, 2022 9:05:28 AM
Religious rhetoric aside Rolth's suggestion to move on to the Sullivan farmstead was a good one. It was a good time to mention Pantheon and his desire for justice, but Mak was neither a devote follower or a cleric of that being. Perhaps Kiwina might speak up on behalf of that divinity or philosophy of justice seeking.
Mak agreed with the general idea of justice or even unity even though he doubted those concepts could be claimed by anyone. His friends seemed intent on devoting themselves to and espousing their philosophy at every turn, however perhaps those ideas would bring some comfort to Halvatar during his time of mourning.
"You need justice, Halvatar. Who ever did this must pay for their actions. You must carry on and fulfil your duty to your family in whatever form that takes. I see a farm in need of sorting and livestock that might need to be collected. What you need is justice and until then will you be unable to rest."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 7/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Monday October 24th, 2022 9:29:43 AM "Haltavar, one of the things I have learned in my adventures as that often we take the rolls of investigator nd avenger after the fact. Even those with more power then us cannot be everywhere at once. Rest assured we will do all we can to find the source of the attack and give you a manner of peace. Now you need to rest with your people and we will do what we do."
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Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste Monday October 24th, 2022 11:00:44 AM
Elyas lets the boy yell, and does not try to calm him down. he has been through something terrible, and there is not really a rational response to it.
The important thing to do now is to figure out what caused this, then stop it before it kills anyone else. sadly that is the best that can be done for those already dead...
"let's move on to the other farm and see if there is anything there that can give us more of a clue as to what happened. sadly nothing here is really giving us a good picture
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) Monday October 24th, 2022 12:45:27 PM
"The ability to suck up your emotion like that.. hmm. Suspicious for me," Wil says to the team only. "I agree we should check out the other place but the behavior is starting to make me wonder if there is a connection." To the other villagers, "Any reason to believe some of the residents could be involved? Any inter-group turmoil?"
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:26/17T/20FF|CMD 31|+1 CLB:Arrows-20|15/10/5/15(RS)/-|(FA,WF,WS,WT,DA,RS,MS)**|1d8+14(MS)(20)x3) Monday October 24th, 2022 2:13:38 PM
Mak pulled Wil to one side and spoke quietly to him so that none could listen in. "Could Haltavar be an unwitting cause for this? Perhaps some were form he isn't aware of? It would explain his survival and perhaps a delayed transformation since."
DM Mark - Big Critters, but do you fight them? Monday October 24th, 2022 7:04:05 PM Tsak says the group should go to the Sullivan farm as Halvatar suggests. He recommends going with care since the creatures that were here were rather large. Kiwina agrees. Though the bodies are gone, he thinks it strange he sees no evidence of scavengers. At least not scavengers hes familiar with. Rolth talks to Halvatar about Domi as he tries to calm and encourage the boy. He keeps an eye out for threats as he goes. Ayotnom tells the boy that life is not fair, but that Domi gives people freedom and strength to deal with life. He advises the boy to help the Petals get whatever did this to his family, to channel is rage into seeking revenge as Ayotnom has. Mak agrees that the boy should seek to avenge his family so he can rest, that he should see to the family farm. Falco advises that the boy rest and let the Petals seek justice for his family. Elyas is ready to continue on. Wil asks the villagers if they think some kind of liontaur conflicts could have caused all this, but this just earns him some puzzled looks. He thinks the boys behavior is strange. (Which says something if Wil thinks someone elses behavior is strange.) Mak agrees, and wonders if the boy could have somehow be the cause of all this.
Jetia says, Stop badging the boy about seeking justice and revenge. Dont you think hes been through enough? The other two villagers exchange glances but do not speak up.
Halvatar grumbles a bit as he goes, though he is mostly sullen and silent.
DC 30 Sense Motive check Highlight to display spoiler: {Haltivar seems to have an almost fanatical need to have the Petals, or someone, find the cause of the murders and senseless slaughter of his family and livestock. Perhaps its just grief. }
You all walk for about 2 hours to reach the Sullivan farm. As you approach, make a Perception check:
DC 20 Highlight to display spoiler: {Everything is too quiet. You dont hear any birds or any other sounds}
DC 30 Highlight to display spoiler: {You hear what sounds like wild animals eating a kill.}
As you round a copse of trees, the farmyard comes into sight. You see 6 huge reptilian creatures feasting on the carcasess of dead cattle. They are either ignoring you or they have not seen you yet.
The three villagers suck in their breath, and one grabs Halvatar motioning for him to be quiet.
DC 17 Knowledge Nature Highlight to display spoiler: {These appear to be allosauruses, a dinosaur/animal, uncommon though not unheard of.}
Here is your map. Note that some squares are difficult terrain, though you are unsure if these huge creatures would be impeded by this.
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+16=22 ; d20+19=23 ; d20+11=14 ; Monday October 24th, 2022 7:38:22 PM
(sense motive = 22, perception = 23, nature = 14)
Kiwina stops as they approach the Sulivan farm. He motions to the villagers to fall back. Maybe the copse of trees can hide them for a bit.
He looks at the reptiles, taking in their general shape and trying to place them. (four legs?, no wings?, etc.). Meanwhile, he readies a charge but does not approach yet. (They are well out of charging distance, unless the nearer ones come running.)
Kiwina (Steve M) 121/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Monday October 24th, 2022 8:03:45 PM Ranger: 1st -- Entabgle, Speak with Animals Druid: 0th -- Create Water, Detect Magic, Flare, Light 1st -- Obscuring Mist, CLW, Entangle, Produce Flame, Summon Nature's Ally I 2nd -- Fog Cloud, Flaming Sphere, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3rd -- Call Lightning, Sleet Storm, Spike Growth Aumakua have one 1st ranger spell
Mak(JamesM)87/87 HP|AC:26/17T/20FF|CMD 31|+1 CLB:Arrows-20|13/8/3/13(RS)/-|(FA,WF,WS,WT,DA,RS,Range Penalty,MS)**|1d8+14(MS)(20)x3) d20+9=20 ; d20+16=32 ; d20+3=9 ; d20+13=30 ; 2d8+28=38 ; Monday October 24th, 2022 8:45:04 PM
Mak saw them all as soon as they came into view, so he dismounted and brought up his bow and waited for someone to make a move. If that move was made by the creatures he let fly his first two arrows.
OOC: Sense Motive +9, Roll 20, Fail. Perception +16, Roll 32. KS: Nature +3, Roll 9, Fail Readied Action Mak - AJ23, Roll 30, Damage 38 hp
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 82/82 | AC : 20; Touch 18; Flat 19 CMD 27(29 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+17=34 ; d20+9=10 ; Monday October 24th, 2022 9:23:34 PM
Perception: 34 Know[nature]: 10
Ayotnom says, "It is too quiet."
Then as he gets a little closer he whispers, "Something predatious is eating its kill near here."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (103/103 HP | AC: 20; Touch: 14; CMD: 27 d20+19=38 ; d20+16=33 ; d20+3=15 ; d20+4=8 ; Tuesday October 25th, 2022 1:47:58 AM
Rolth silently notes Haltavars fanatical desire for Justice, and wonders whether he might follow the path that Kiwina has taken. Something that can be addressed later, given that we seem to have stumbled upon a scene of mass murder. His ears prick forward, noting that the scene is strangely devoid of any other creatures than the reptiles feeding, with no other birds or beasts to be heard. He nods to Ayotnom, who has clearly picked up on the same thing. He scans the area carefully, looking to see if there might be signs of any survivors hidden in the area, and joins Kiwina in trying to discern any more details about the appearance of these beasts. He moves quietly to 33-34/C-D to get a better view.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 92/104 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: d20+5=9 ; d20+16=20 ; d20+16=33 ; Tuesday October 25th, 2022 7:06:44 AM
(Sense Motive vs spoiler=9 Fail, Perception vs spoiler=20 Fail, Perception=33)
Bringing up the back of the party Tsak is probably the last to see the giant lizards. How did they get here, were they at the last site? They don't look like they fly so why do the tracks appear and disappear? Likely the lizards won't respond to questions, observing their behaviour may answer some. The ranger moves up to hide behind a rock so as to observe the creatures (Perception). He checks wind direction and wonders how good their sense of smell is.
Wilford Grimly (HP:86/86- AC: 22; Touch: 14; Flat: 18; CMD: 21) d20+11=13 ; d20+12=27 ; Tuesday October 25th, 2022 9:14:36 AM
(Sense Motive: 13)(Perception: 27) "Hold it... hold," Wil said to himself. "We can't just go in without a plan. I know.. you're ready and smart." He argued with himself then realized he was doing it in front of everyone and stopped. "I could send an archon over to sneak up on them or we could send the whole army and attack them from here. I'm game for either approach. It would be fun to do a sneak attack." Wil summons a Lantern Archon and waits for it to appear.
Summoned: 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, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure moderate Wounds) Lv3: Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, Summon Monster III, - D: protection from energy Lv4: Holy smite, Summon Monster IV - D: Confusion
Channel 4d6
Elyas (Ben A.) (72/80 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor, see invisibility, haste d20+13=19 ; d20+13=31 ; Tuesday October 25th, 2022 9:44:58 AM
Elyas does not notice the sounds of the animals until the other Petals point them out. they approach close enough to see the large lizards. He is surprised, as they are not a very common sight, and there are a lot of them perception = 19, fail know nature = 31, success
they are dinosaurs, called allosauruses. they are not unheard of but still pretty rare. they are big predators, dangerous especially in a pack like this. still, they are only animals, and not likely to be as much of a challenge as things like those Galvos.
Elyas moves up to get a good view
When we are ready I will give us magical speed, then we will see if these beasts can handle lightning strikes!
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | 71/71 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 7/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 d20+15=22 ; d20+9=26 ; Tuesday October 25th, 2022 11:41:13 AM "Allosauruses, not what I would have guessed to find. Should at least be straight forward, no magical attacks coming at us or anything like that."
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