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The Island Beyond the Fort - Day Two (afternoon)

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Friday August 25th, 2023 8:33:15 AM
Zeoll tracks down Mundhildur
Mundhildur looks for the threat.
Elron and Asimov follow

Mundhildur looks closely at the cave and the rest of the party catch up to take a look to. This sodden cavern reeks of decay. Stagnant greenish-brown water fills much of the chamber, while bones, splintered wood, rotting bits of cloth, and broken weapons and armor—all covered in fungus, slime, mold—choke other areas. A makeshift path, made up of little more than adjacent dry spots of ground, meanders across the cavern, connecting the tunnels leading into the area from the east and west.

There doesn’t seem to be a spot for anything to hide really, so you probably perceive the threat you just need to recognize it. A knowledge (nature) check would let you recognize if any of the fungus, slime, or mold is dangerous in any way. You also don’t see a fresh Derro corpse so the hurrying Derro seems to have made it through without dying so the party could just run through the room as well probably.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Saturday August 26th, 2023 1:53:38 PM
Cyrion follows his friends as they head out after Mund

Asimov (18/13/16; 81 HP; CMD 20) and Irony (27/13/24; 48/48 HP; CMD 20; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+14=19 ; d20+16=35 ;
Sunday August 27th, 2023 9:26:58 PM
Asimov takes a good look around trying to piece things together

Perception: 19
Know[Dungeoneering]: 35

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 9 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 99/99 d20+11=21 ;
Monday August 28th, 2023 3:10:49 AM
Figuring it might be easier to get on through and neatly into the next hallway if she went back to 7'4", the altitude-flexible giant lowers her height. She says over her shoulder as she hears the familiar movement sounds of her friends, "The three derros dashed on ahead. Some mold or slime or who knows what hurt one of them on the arm." She will says whether it was the right or left arm, as that will indicate a known area of attack. Mindful of which side the injury came from, she holds her heavy wool blanket on that side, as well as directly ahead, just about ankle height, to form at least a small barrier against stinky-thing attacks, as she moves with careful haste (not wanting to slip) through the putrid room. She follows a diagonal line from Y10 to V7, then a 45-degree left straight towards the next corridor, T7 and T6.

If she feels she is about to slip, she will activate her levitation to ascend perhaps 5' or so in the air, maintaining her forward momentum.

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Perception: 21

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 9 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 99/99
Monday August 28th, 2023 3:17:27 AM

"T7 and T6" - make that "T7 to R7"

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=1 ; d20=1 ; d20=3 ; d20=20 ; d20=18 ; d6=3 ; d6=1 ; d6=3 ; d6=2 ;
Monday August 28th, 2023 9:00:41 AM
Cyrion follows along.
Asimov examines the area
Mundhildur tells the others what she saw and decides to rush through the room like the Derro did.

Asimov’s dungeon expertise lets him identify the threat. There’s a type of fungus that, while imobile, is able to shoot it’s spores with great force to try to embed them in passing creatures. They are highly acidic and can infest a creature through contact, consumption, or breathing. Should they kill a creature then the spores bloom into a new fungus colony.

Munhildur decides to risk it and hurries across. Spores fire wildly - it looks like there are 4 colonies - and most miss by a wide margin (multiple natural ones). One however nails her right in the face, critting her for 9 acid damage and she must make for saves for 6 rounds vs DC 15 fort. One save will end the effect, each failure does 1d2 con damage.

Once she has crossed the pool the spores stop flying. It looks like the mushrooms can only get a single volley off before someone can cross the room.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+14=16 ;
Monday August 28th, 2023 12:06:45 PM

When the mushrooms spores strike her in the face, Mundhildur shouts, "NO!" and spits as she continues to make her way across the room. She saves (barely), so takes no constitution damage.

When she gets to the far side she shouts, "Spores! They shoot acid!" she warns the others.

Zeoll (AC22, HP90 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday August 28th, 2023 10:09:44 PM
Zeoll hopes to make it across on the ceiling, and Bill can fly through. Are saves needed?

The centipede, if it is still around, serves as a mount for Asimov.

Asimov (18/13/16; 81 HP; CMD 20) and Irony (27/13/24; 48/48 HP; CMD 20; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday August 28th, 2023 11:25:18 PM
Asimov asks, "What if we used some kind of acid resistant magic on someone to distract all the spores while people go a different direction?"

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 54/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Tuesday August 29th, 2023 12:36:24 AM
Elron is willing to head across, careful to stay on the path, if Zeoll says it's safe.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=20 ; d20=11 ; d20=2 ; d20=18 ; d8=6 ; d8=1 ; d8=5 ; d20=4 ; d8=1 ; d6=2 ; d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d6=5 ; d6=5 ;
Tuesday August 29th, 2023 5:24:10 AM
The party moves across. Going all at once gives the spores one shot each at the group as a whole. Spores fly about wildly and Irony gets a bad dose (another crit, 11 acid damage, DC 15 fort save 6 rounds, 1d2 con damage on failure, ends after 1 success. It is a disease so they might be immune.) Elron takes a spore to the knee for 10 acid damage and the same save. The rest of the spores miss or are blocked by the centipede, who doesn’t seem bothered by them much.

Now safely across the party enters another series of twisting passages. After several false starts and dead ends the tunnel opens up to the right and left. To the right is a rope bridge stretching across a large chasm. Your light doesn’t reach the bottom of it nor the end of the bridge. To the left the tunnel continues to wind onwards to an unknown destination.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Tuesday August 29th, 2023 5:25:04 AM
The centipede wanders off on it's own at some point while exploring the twisting passages.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Tuesday August 29th, 2023 12:08:05 PM

As she waited for the rest of the party to cross, Mundhildur took some wine from her wineskin and washed her face with it, then rinsed with water to try to rid herself of the matter that splattered her face. After cleaning that off, she took a sip of wine, and continued forward - but not before giving Irony a wine and water rinse where he was hit.

Along the way if she spotted suitable throwing rocks, she picked up a few.

"Onward, right?" the giantess asks as they reach the rope bridge crossing. If there appears no dissent, and unless someone else wants to go first, she steps onto the bridge, using levitation to keep her weight down, but still placing her feet on the bottom, and using her hands to draw her forward.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 44/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+12=31 ;
Tuesday August 29th, 2023 9:21:00 PM
(Fort = 31)

Elron is stung by the spores, but doesn't slow down. (Successful save.)

Asimov (18/13/16; 81 HP; CMD 20) and Irony (27/13/24; 48/48 HP; CMD 20; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Tuesday August 29th, 2023 11:27:33 PM
OOC: Irony being a construct does not have a con score and is immune to any effect requiring a fort save unless they impact objects too

Asimov and Irony make it across. (OOC: I'll update Irony after I get a ruling)

Zeoll (AC22, HP90 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Tuesday August 29th, 2023 11:36:51 PM

"We arre in a maze of twisty little passages, all alike!" declares Zeoll. "This is trruly a colossal cave adventurre!"

At the bridge, Zeoll suggests that we pass one at a time, with ropes.

"Does anyone have a featherr fall spell? I have a rring, but that only prrotects me."

Of course, Bill can fly, and he can fly a rope across if there is something to loop it around.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday August 29th, 2023 11:57:55 PM
Again, Cyrion mentions that, "I can get myself across, if the bridge fails, but I'll need to rest to replenish my powers soon."

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map 6d6=29 ; d100=100 ;
Wednesday August 30th, 2023 7:40:36 AM
Mundhildur cleans up herself and Irony, looks for some good throwing rocks, and casts a spell to lower her weight as she leads the way across the bridge. There seem to be lots of loose rock and small stalactites she can break off to refill her ammo (how many of those can she carry?)
Elron makes his save.
Irony is in fact immune to the spores so just takes acid damage.
Zeoll makes a reference. He has a feather fall ring and suggests a rope and that they go one at a time.
Cyrion can make his way back up if the thing falls apart but doesn’t say anything about going first.

Before making the crossing the party looks about for good places to secure a rope. The last area was natural, twisting, and had lots of loose rock and stalactites a rope could be tied to but this cave seems to have been formed by an underground river chewing through rock giving it a slick, featureless walls with no good anchor spots. The only decent place to tie off a rope would be to the bridge supports, which won’t help if the bridge fails and they tumble.

Mundhildur goes first. The bridge seems sturdy and any fears of it collapsing due to her weight are quickly assuaged. At about the halfway point, just when everyone’s sure it will hold, it suddenly falls apart completely. It doesn’t just snap, it folds like a wet blanket sending the entire thing tumbling into a black void.

If Mundhildur can make a DC 25 reflex save she can take 1 action before she falls, possibly saving herself. If not she just falls straight down taking 29 falling damage landing 60 feet below. Her everburning torch drops down next to her, revealing an alarming mass of black goop that begins to rush towards her.

We are in combat.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday August 30th, 2023 4:32:33 PM
OOC: DO we have a chance of getting a move action off before she hits the ground?

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+9=28 ; d20+11=16 ;
Wednesday August 30th, 2023 4:36:06 PM

In truth, Mundhildur does not fall down. As stated, she is levitating her way across, placing very little weight on the bridge, but rather using the ropes to either side to grasp on to and help pull her across, and her feet along the bottom, touching lightly, simply to keep her balance. I did not specify, but mentally had figured about 20-40 pounds of pressure at the feet would be adequate to keep her in touch with the rope there.

If under those significantly modified parameters than what were assumed (read details carefully, Mitch :-) ) the bridge still collapses as described, well, she will use her levitation to carry her toward the ceiling, take a look to see if it seems free of weird plants or animals or other dangers, then use either her hands to draw her back to the party, or if the ceiling is icky, the butt end of her non-magical longspear to push her back the way she came and back down to the party.

I do not think a difficulty under the circumstances if Reflex DC25 reflects the fact that she was aware, despite the relatively tiny amount of force that she was using, that it could collapse (otherwise she would not have bothered with levitating), or the derro on the far end could cut it, or some other possibility. Likely a DC15 would be adequate to see whether she continued at the same height, or, with a failure, descended perhaps 10 feet before rising again. But I will roll, and see how the dice answer.

Reflex: 28

Cool as a cucumber, Mundhildur watches the rope descend. She does not drop her everburning torch, which she had tucked into her belt (and very nicely made her save, and is levitating), so likely is unaware of a mass of black goop at the bottom of the chasm. Unless, with the falling of the rope, she can hear the sound of the rope fall, as well as something un-rope-like moving along the floor.

Perception: 16

She will call back, stating what is likely obvious to those waiting along the ledge. "The bridge fell."

As described, she works her way back.

[Edit: removed a redundant "that it could collapse"]

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Wednesday August 30th, 2023 4:41:00 PM

Oh, also - since she reached the halfway point - how many feet across the bridge was that?

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Wednesday August 30th, 2023 5:29:10 PM
I looked at levitate and it only carries 100 lbs I thought? So it would make her lighter but she can’t fly, unless I misread or it’s some other variation that carries more.

Double checked and it’s 100 per caster level doh

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 44/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday August 30th, 2023 6:33:21 PM
Elron looks on, confused, but gets out his rope in case it's long enough to help.

Zeoll (AC22, HP90 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Wednesday August 30th, 2023 8:23:15 PM
Zeoll would certainly have insisted that anyone crossing the bridge have a rope, and if there is nothing to tie it to, then all would take a hold of it. (see last post).

So if possible, Zeoll is holding the rope and helping Mundhi not fall.

Asimov (18/13/16; 81 HP; CMD 20) and Irony (27/13/24; 37/48 HP; CMD 20; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday August 30th, 2023 10:32:22 PM
Asimov would suggest either Irony being spotter to fly along and help someone not to fall or perhaps having Irony ferry folks across if he could fly with them as well.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Thursday August 31st, 2023 1:54:05 AM

Mundhi would have been fine with having a rope tied to her as she crossed. As they do not know the width, likely 150' - 200' (3 or 4 ropes tied together) might have been her recommendation. If that was considered to be in place, then she simply could have pulled herself along the rope (gently, so as not to pull any of her friends over the ledge), or asked them to pull her in.

And, at the halfway point, what was the distance traveled? So that we have a notion as to the total width, more or less.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Thursday August 31st, 2023 6:50:27 AM
Mundhildur corrects the DM’s misreading of levitate and floats to the roof.
Elron is confused.
Zeoll has the other end of a rope and is able to help.
Asimov suggests Irony could ferry people across.

The bridge was only 30 feet long, leading to a small ledge and a tunnel beyond. With a rope attached to Mundhildur it’s easy enough for herself or someone else to pull her back to safety. Now the bridge is gone the party will have to find some other way to cross the gap, go back the way they came and take the other exit from the first room, or take the southern exit from this room away from the chasm.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Thursday August 31st, 2023 2:33:40 PM
How was the bridge held up at each end...if there are still posts standing, we can still cross the gap, albeit, not as well as walking

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Thursday August 31st, 2023 4:00:54 PM
The bridge had posts on both sides but when any weight was placed on the middle the came loose and dropped the entire thing posts and all into the abyss.

Zeoll (AC22, HP90 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+22=34 ;
Thursday August 31st, 2023 10:03:14 PM
With his Spider Cloak, Zeoll volunteers to climb across on the ceiling and check out the other side. If it is worth pursuing, he can anchor a rope on one side, and Mundhi on the other, both being large types.

Perception to look around the other side: 34

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 44/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Thursday August 31st, 2023 11:24:51 PM
"Well, that's the way them derro we was followin' went, isn't it?" There may be several ways they could go, but they were chasing someone and that someone needed to still be chased.

Asimov (18/13/16; 81 HP; CMD 20) and Irony (27/13/24; 37/48 HP; CMD 20; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Friday September 1st, 2023 12:01:20 AM
Asimov says, "if we go one at a time perhaps Irony is strong enough to breach the gap"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Friday September 1st, 2023 5:38:52 AM

"If someone can pull me back and forth with a rope, I can carry people across," Mundhildur offers. She is strong enough to levitate/carry someone up to her weight (372 pounds) or lighter. She will help the others until all make it across.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Friday September 1st, 2023 5:16:58 PM
Zeoll spider climbs around and looks down the tunnel on the far end.
Elron asks an important question.
Asimov makes a suggestion about Irony helping them cross.
Mundhildur can probably carry people.

Elron’s question is a good one. They know the enemy came this direction, but not if they went north or south from here. The bridge was obviously rigged to collapse, so they could only go north if they had some way to cross without touching the bridge. Zeoll looks at the tunnels at the other side and sees no signs of any recent passage nor hears any activity down it.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Sense Motive: d20+10=26 ; Perception: d20+13=29 ;
Friday September 1st, 2023 11:13:48 PM
Cyrion pauses for a moment and looks around, "Ok. We know we were following them this direction. Could they have passed through a much smaller spot than we can, and we haven't noticed, and did they rig the bridge to drop knowing we were hot on their trail ... they could have an ambush set up by now, so whatever we choose to do, we need to think it through."

Zeoll (AC22, HP90 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+23=34 ;
Saturday September 2nd, 2023 8:08:14 AM

Zeoll sends a dancing lights down the tunnel on the far side of the fallen bridge, and takes a good look and sniff. The liontaur casts Message so he can whisper to his friends.

He says a prayer and himself walks on the ceiling of the tunnel to the first bend, but only so long as he can still see the chasm. Bill is with him.

Perception 34

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 44/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Sunday September 3rd, 2023 9:18:26 PM
Elron favors trying the closest exit that doesn't require crossing the ravine.

Asimov (18/13/16; 87 HP; CMD 20) and Irony (27/13/24; 42/53 HP; CMD 20; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d6=2 ; d10=4 ;
Sunday September 3rd, 2023 10:03:15 PM
(OOC rolling hp for Asimov; finally leveling - 2; Irony got 4)

Asimov says, "Hey guys I can wear Irony like armor for 11 minutes a day. Does that make me Iron Asimov-y when I do?"

"I also know how to make a portal gun now. It functions like dimension door. I can take 3 people through the portal and it will go up to 840 feet. We could camp out and I could make 3 portal guns with my 4th level design slots"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Monday September 4th, 2023 4:04:34 AM
Mundhi waits to see the results of her friends' explorations.

"Hi, Irony Asimov," she replies to Asimov. "I'd be happy to see how the portal gun works."

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Monday September 4th, 2023 10:23:50 AM
Cyrion speculates on how the enemy could have escaped them.
Zeoll explores the north exit some.
Elron favors the south exit.
Asimov tells the others of his new capabilities.

The more Zeoll looks, the more it is obvious that no one has come down this tunnel in months, if not never. Dust covers the floor, undisturbed, and there’s no signs of life or activity. This area seems to exist merely to tempt intruders into crossing the bridge and falling to their deaths.

The southern passage twist about a bit, shrinking and growing at random, but after about 60 yards the party can see it start to open up into a cavern and a soft blue light glowing from up ahead.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday September 4th, 2023 6:35:32 PM
Cyrion will have his sword ready to bat bat's away, or to poke something trying to eat him

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 44/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Monday September 4th, 2023 6:59:26 PM
Elron, still disguised as one of the things, offers to look ahead if folks want. Not so far ahead that they can't catch up in a round if they hurry, though.

Zeoll (AC22, HP90 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday September 4th, 2023 7:40:05 PM

"Well, that way would be good if we everr need a place to hole up."

But the liontaur joins his friends in travelling the southern route.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+11=23 ;
Monday September 4th, 2023 9:43:48 PM

Mundhildur walks about a round or so behind Elron. Rock in one hand, longspear in the other.

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Perception: 23

Asimov (18/13/16; 87 HP; CMD 20) and Irony (27/13/24; 42/53 HP; CMD 20; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday September 4th, 2023 11:37:16 PM
Asimov says, "I meant 11 minutes so I have to use my new armor sparingly. So no portal gun, then?"

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Tuesday September 5th, 2023 8:28:06 AM
Cyrion has his sword ready.
Elron offers to scout while disguised.
Zeoll thinks the portal gun will be useful.
Mundhildur hangs back.
Asimov says he has to use his armor sparingly.

Elron steps out into the cave while the party hands out in the bulge in the tunnel just out of sight. Immediately a crossbow bolt flies past him. A big miss, and none follow. Either a warning shot or a nervous accident before they saw it was one of their own.

This large, oddly shaped cavern is illuminated by a soft blue glow emanating from patches of fuzzy fungal growths along the ground, walls, and ceiling. Numerous tunnels lead off in all directions.

Two Derro, riding great centipedes like the one Zeoll summoned, stand guard and shout something in Akklo at Elron. Highlight to display spoiler: { “What are you doing? DIdn’t you hear the alert?”} Three others stand behind them, crossbows aimed in his general direction.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday September 5th, 2023 3:26:26 PM
Anticipating combat, Cyrion will concentrate on Carver for a moment, using his mental powers to make his weapon "keen" (it crits on a 17 and higher for 100 minutes)

Zeoll (AC22, HP90 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Tuesday September 5th, 2023 9:20:51 PM
As a move action, Zeoll starts a performance, to Fascinate the two mounts. They must make Will saves vs DC24 or be fascinated. Note that as part of Zeoll's Greensinger twist, vermin are affected, even if they are immune to mind-affecting stuff.

With his standard action, Zeoll casts Tongues and asks them to pleas repeat what they just said.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 44/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20=13 ;
Tuesday September 5th, 2023 9:48:47 PM
Elron ignores whatever the things said and continues to S-27 (about 15'). There he points back insistently the way he came, still not speaking.

Asimov (18/13/16; 87 HP; CMD 20) and Irony (27/13/24; 42/53 HP; CMD 20; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+10=29 ; d3=3 ; d20+10=14 ; 4d6=11 ; 4d6=14 ;
Tuesday September 5th, 2023 11:51:07 PM
Asimov readies his flame thrower (as scorching ray) and follows Elron at a distance. When Elron starts battling and Asimov is within range (80 ft) he fires rays of heat from the weapon at the nearest guard.

29 vs touch; 11 fire damage
14 vs touch; 14 fire damage

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=2 ; d20+11=30 ; d20+11=28 ; d20+11=19 ; d6=4 ; d6=4 ; d20=15 ; d20=13 ; d20=6 ; d20=15 ;
Wednesday September 6th, 2023 9:44:04 AM
Cyrion enchants his weapon.
Zeoll steps out to fascinate the mounts and asks questions.
Elron tries to non-verbally get the enemy to follow him.
Asimov readies a gadget to attack.

Any chance Elron had to trick the guards into is ruined by Zeoll stepping out and talking to the guards. Their immediate reaction is to shoot him. A lot. His armor deflects most of it but he takes a total of 9 damage.

Zeoll (AC22, HP90 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+11=29 ;
Wednesday September 6th, 2023 5:01:23 PM
Who takes damage? "He" Zeoll or "He" Elron?

Either way, combat ruins the fascination, so Zeoll starts to Inspire Courage.

+2 attack and damage, everybody!

In addition, Zeoll casts confusion on all the enemies. DC21 will saves of be confused.

If they have spell resistance, Zeoll's penetration check is a 29. PER USUAL, Zeoll points out the confused ones so that allies do not attack confused foes!

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus 1st Strike: d20+12=32 ; Crit Chance: d20+12=20 ; Damage: 2d6+5=13
2nd Strike: d20+7=20 ; if that hits, damage: 2d6+5=12 ;
Wednesday September 6th, 2023 11:00:59 PM
Cyrion moves up with Elron, and attacks one of the centipede things

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 44/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+14=31 ; d4+1=3 ; d6=2 ;
Wednesday September 6th, 2023 11:53:55 PM
Who takes 9 damage? "He" Zeoll or "He" Elron? From how many hits?

Elron doesn't want to attack the centipede in front of him if Zeoll confused it, so he takes a five foot step and attack the one Cyrion attacked.

Hits AC 31 for 3 (weapon) + 2 (electrical) damage.

Asimov (18/13/16; 87 HP; CMD 20) and Irony (27/13/24; 42/53 HP; CMD 20; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Thursday September 7th, 2023 12:08:23 AM
Asimov gets within range of the guards and returns fire.

(OOC pulling rolls from previous post)

29 vs touch; 11 fire damage
14 vs touch; 14 fire damage

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+11=17 ; d20+11=18 ; 6d6+9=23 ; 6d6+9=30 ;
Thursday September 7th, 2023 4:10:15 AM

Mundhildur steps forward. She throws two rocks at whichever derro Zeoll has not managed to confuse (X27, W28, or V29). She hits AC 19 for 25 hp damage, then AC 20 for 32 hp.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=9 ; d20=9 ; d4=1 ; d20=13 ; d20=20 ; d20=2 ; d6=6 ; d20+14=15 ; d20+14=32 ; d20+14=27 ; d8=3 ; d8=4 ;
Thursday September 7th, 2023 7:27:21 AM
The Twins shoot a mount twice for 27 damage.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Thursday September 7th, 2023 7:27:51 AM
Zeoll switches to inspire courage (sorry it was Zeoll who got hit). He also wants to cast confusion, but starting his song is a standard action (maintaining it is free but the first round you can’t do both)
Cyrion moves up and attacks doing decent damage
Elron start’s whapping the other magical beast.
Asimov throws the fire he prepared and lands both.
Mundhildur throws some rocks at one of the riders but he agilely moves his mount to avoid them.

The glowing centipedes make a series of chittering, clicking noises. The fungus that covers them starts to glow brighter, then suddenly flashes in a blinding cone. Cyrion, Zeoll, and the Twins are hit by both blasts of light and must make 2 DC 22 will saves or be stunned 1d4 rounds (roll how many rounds your stunned for yourself, they do not stack if you fail both saves). Everyone else is hit by a single blast of light and must make only 1 DC 22 save.

The riders store their crossbows and pull out curved blades. The one Elron faces he dodges the attack but Cyrion is struck for 3 damage (I believe your hardness blocks that entirely)

The three Derro at the back shoot at Zeoll again. One hit lands, this one poisoned. He takes 6 damage and must make a DC 14 fort save. 4 rounds, 1 success ends it, 1d2 STR damage on failure.

Hp tracker:
Cytillipede 1 - 75 damage
Cytillepede 2 - 5 damage
Derro rider 1 -
Derro Rider 2 -
Derro 1 -
Derro 2 -
Derro 3 -

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+9=27 ; d20+13=27 ; d20+13=25 ; 6d6+11=29 ; 6d6+11=36 ;
Thursday September 7th, 2023 11:13:36 AM

Mundhildur manages to save (Will save 27 vs DC 22), thus is not blinded.

She hurls two stones at D3 (X27) hitting AC 27 for 29 hp damage, and AC 25 for 36 hp damage. If for some reason the first stone downed derro 3, her 2nd stone instead is aimed at D2 (derro 2 at W28).

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Ugh - worst save I have - WILL Check 1: d20+7=14 ; WILL Check 2: d20+7=18 ; d20+7=14 ;

Ignore the last roll, my computer hiccupped

Stunned Rounds: d4=1 ;
Thursday September 7th, 2023 6:38:11 PM
Cyrion gets hit by blasts of light ... and drops Carver, and looks around at all the pretty colors he can see

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+9=26 ;
Thursday September 7th, 2023 8:56:50 PM

Zeoll keeps on singing and casts his Will Save DC 21 Confusion, careful to not affect any friends. His spell pen check was a 29.

His poison save is a 26, no effect.

He does not send Bill into the fray just yet.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Friday September 8th, 2023 12:27:02 AM
This seems like a pretty pitched battle so Asimov activates Power Armor Mach 1 of Irony.

Irony wraps himself around Asimov

(OOC: Irony essentially is currently a +1 intelligent full plate that takes half the damage that hits and still gets hardness. Also Asimov can fly and use any device w/o the normal penalty also it uses a standard action)

Ironic Asimov takes to the air.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d100=17 ; d100=18 ; d100=79 ; d100=71 ; d20=11 ; d20=12 ; d20=11 ; d20=17 ; d20=6 ; d20=9 ; d20=5 ; d4=3 ; d4=1 ;
Friday September 8th, 2023 7:36:13 AM
Mundhildur saves vs the stunning blast and throws two rocks that squish two enemies..
Cyrion isn’t so lucky and is stunned by the sensory overload.
Zeoll saves vs poison but forgets to save vs the two stunning blasts (please roll vs DC 22 will twice. Failure stuns you for 1d4 rounds (doesn’t stack)
Irony and Asimov go full armor, though they also forgot to roll their save (1 save each vs DC 22 will on failure you are stunned 1d4 rounds)

The Cytillipedes succumb to confusion. One does nothing the other attacks the other, which had only 1 HP. It dies from the attack.

One Derro rider fails his save, the other makes it, but they both manage to get off attacks this round. Were the fighters mobile they’d easily avoid the attacks but the stun lets the enemy hit. Cyrion takes 5 damage (1 after DR) and Elron needs to roll vs the stun. If he fails the save then his AC drops low enough to be hit for 3 damage (also 1 after DR)

The last Derro archer in the back looks at his two dead companions and decides it’s time to fall back for reinforcements again. He retreats into one of the nearby exits.

Hp tracker:
Cytillipede 1 - Dead.
Cytillepede 2 - 5 damage
Derro rider 1 -
Derro Rider 2 -
Derro 1 -
Derro 2 - dead
Derro 3 - dead

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Friday September 8th, 2023 8:23:11 AM
Once Cyrion snaps outta his stupor, he'll sheepishly pick up his sword and examine it for dings. Then he'll look around and state, "So, it looks like we won?"

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Friday September 8th, 2023 10:33:45 AM
There is a centipede, and both riders remaining.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+13=16 ; d20+13=27 ; 6d6+11=33 ;
Friday September 8th, 2023 1:39:19 PM

The redhead Jotun tosses two stones at Derro rider 2, missing with the first, hitting for 33 hp damage with the second stone.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 43/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+11=15 ; d4=1 ; d20+14=27 ; d20+14=19 ; d4=1 ; d6=6 ; d4=3 ; d6=6 ; d20+9=19 ; d4=3 ;
Friday September 8th, 2023 11:03:18 PM
(Will save = 15; # rounds = 1; Elron was stunned last round and took damage)

Elron rages and makes a flurry of blows against the nearby centipede.

Hit AC 27 for 10 damage (1 weapon + 6 electrical + 3 strength)
Hit AC 19 for 12 damage (3+6+3)

His spirit wisps attack, hitting AC 19 for 3 points of negative energy damage.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+14=21 ; d4=4 ;
Sunday September 10th, 2023 11:44:35 AM
(OOC as a construct Irony is immune to stunning; Asimov heroically attempts to avoid the stunning but fails so Asimov is stunned for 4 rounds; though Irony can and would have still wrapped around Asimov)

Ironic Asimov is stunned and can't do anything. (OOC: This will be my post for the next 3 days)

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+12=15 ; d20+12=31 ; d4=4 ;
Sunday September 10th, 2023 11:06:24 PM

Sorry! Two will saves ... a 15 and a 31, one fail, one pass. Zeoll is stunned for 4 rounds.

Does Bill need to roll?

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20+9=24 ; d20+9=24 ; d20+14=27 ; d20+14=25 ; d20+9=17 ; d8=4 ; d8=2 ;
Monday September 11th, 2023 7:29:35 AM
The Twins make their save. Seeing the rock hit Rider 2 they follow up putting two arrows in the Derro's chest.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20+12=24 ; d4=3 ; d20+12=24 ; d6=4 ; d6=5 ;
Monday September 11th, 2023 7:33:43 AM
Cyrion sees the one running and think’s they’ve won, forgetting the three in front of them.
Mundhildur throws more rocks hitting a rider. It seems the riders are made of much tougher stuff then the archers because he takes the hit and keeps going.
Elron recovers from being stunned and attacks the cytillepede hitting once.
Asimov is stunned a while. As is Zeoll. Bill does need to roll unless he is out of line of sight of both of them.
The Twins finish the Derro Mundhildur hit.

The Cytillepede without a rider and the rider without a mount press the attack separately. The Rider hits Cyrion once for 5 damage, the cytillepede bites into Elron for 18 damage and poisons him - DC 20 fort save 1 round for 6 rounds. 1d3 dex damage, you become dazed, and you suffer from memory laspe on failure. 1 save cures.

Hp tracker:
Cytillipede 1 - Dead.
Cytillepede 2 - 5 damage
Derro rider 1 -
Derro Rider 2 - Dead.
Derro 1 -
Derro 2 - dead
Derro 3 - dead

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+6=11 ; d20+6=26 ; d4=3 ;
Monday September 11th, 2023 11:42:43 AM
Bill misses a save and is also stunned ... for three rounds.

Second round of stunning ... Zeoll and Bill do not act.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Strike 1: d20+12=30 ; Strike 2: d20+7=10 ; damage for Strike 1: 2d6+5=9 ;
Monday September 11th, 2023 1:57:32 PM
Seeing there is still some "bad" guys, Cyrion will launch an attack on the Derro in front of him

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+13=21 ; d20+13=25 ; 6d6+11=32 ; 6d6+11=32 ;
Monday September 11th, 2023 2:14:49 PM

Mundhildur throws a rock at Derro rider 1 hitting AC 21 for 32 hp damage. She casts the second rock at the cytillipede hitting AC 25 for 32 hp damage.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday September 11th, 2023 8:26:17 PM
Ironic Asimov is stunned and cannot move. (OOC: It's like being paralyzed in pokemon)

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 25/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+12=28 ; d20+14=25 ; d20+14=19 ; d20+9=19 ; d4=1 ; d6=2 ;
Monday September 11th, 2023 10:14:00 PM
(Fort save = 28, success)

That stung! Elron continues attacking, but also looking to see if it is shrugging off his attacks somehow.

First blow hits AC 25 for 6 damage (1 weapon + 2 electrical + 3 strength)
Second blow hits AC 19 (a miss per last round)
The wisps hit AC 19 (also a miss per last round)

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20+14=20 ; d20+14=24 ; d20+9=22 ; d8=3 ; d8=3 ;
Tuesday September 12th, 2023 7:24:42 AM
The twins press the attack on the badly wounded Cytillepede for 26 more damage

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Tuesday September 12th, 2023 7:27:18 AM
Zeoll and Bill are stunned.
Cyrion presses the attack.
Mundhildur throws two rocks, barely missing the rider but pegging the pede.
Asimov compares being stunned to pokemon.
Elron continues to attack (no DR, I just forgot to add the damage to the tracker)
The Twins finish the last mount.

The last Derro, now severely outnumbered and unlikely to accomplish much more, withdraws moving 30 feet away. He has to swing wide around Elron to not draw an AoO, and history indicates he’ll show up again to reinforce the next group of enemies the party faces.

Hp tracker:
Cytillipede 1 - Dead.
Cytillepede 2 - dead
Derro rider 1 - 9
Derro Rider 2 - Dead.
Derro 1 -
Derro 2 - dead
Derro 3 - dead

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday September 12th, 2023 5:16:21 PM
Cyrion looks at all the small bodies and the mounts, "Do you think this bunch has anything worth taking?"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+11=12 ; d20+11=30 ; 3d6+4=16 ; 6d6+7=25 ;
Tuesday September 12th, 2023 5:39:04 PM

Extrapolating a bit from the map...

Mundhi sees the rider running around the corner. She guesses that the hallway towards her right might intersect with the direction he is running. So she hustles down the skinny hallway to O28 or O29. If she can see the derro, and is within 10' of him, she will slam him twice. If he is 15' or more away, she will throw two rocks at him.

The first slam or stone attack goes awry (nat 1). The second hits AC 30. If a slam: 16 hp. If a stone: 25 hp.

Of course, it is possible the path the derro took does not intersect with Mundhildur's trajectory...

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 25/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+14=26 ; d4=4 ; d6=2 ;
Tuesday September 12th, 2023 6:23:48 PM
Elron chases after the last derro to take a swing at it from behind.

He hits AC 26 for 9 point of damage (4+2+3)

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Tuesday September 12th, 2023 8:38:55 PM

Bill and Zeoll are still stunned!

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday September 13th, 2023 12:04:43 AM
Ironic Asimov is still stunned.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20+12=17 ; d20+12=28 ; d20+12=28 ; d20+12=31 ; d20+12=25 ; d20+12=24 ;
Wednesday September 13th, 2023 8:14:00 AM
Cyrion looks at the dead and thinks about loot
Mundhildur guesses at the cave layout and gets it mostly right, cutting off the enemy’s retreat (I’m going to assume that knowing you only need 5 feet more of movement to cut him off entirely you would move that 5 feet)
Elron gives chase.
Zeoll and Asimov are stunned.

The Derro snarls something about filthy surface dwellers in Akklo and stabs at Mundhildur but her armor and thick skin prevent any damage.

Derror Rider: 34 damage

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+11=31 ; d20+11=26 ; d20+11=24 ; d20+11=13 ; 6d6+8=29 ; 3d6+4=11 ;
Wednesday September 13th, 2023 1:09:10 PM

[Yes, she would have taken that extra 5 feet to cut him off - thanks!]

Up now in his nasty face, the warrior slams that face hard (nat 20, confirmed crit AC26) for 29 hp damage, and follows up, if needed, with a second slam attack (AC24) for 11 hp damage. "You, too."

Her 3rd slam attack likely hit the air near where he had been standing - AC 13, miss.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+11=25 ; d4=1 ; d20+11=12 ;
Wednesday September 13th, 2023 2:36:29 PM

If Bill can act, he flies at the Derro and snaps with his beak! He hits AC25 for 2 damage!

If Zeoll can act, he calls out a Suggestion that the Derro surrender. Will Save DC20 and spell pen check if needed of 12. Hope I don't need it! LOL!

(The greensinger's Tongues spell is still active.)

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday September 13th, 2023 4:38:32 PM
Cyrion will turn to watch the combat ensuing with the final enemy, Mund having placed herself between the creature and its escape route.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday September 13th, 2023 8:38:10 PM
Ironic Asimov is still stunned.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 25/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday September 13th, 2023 8:59:07 PM
Elron steps back five feet where he can keep an eye on his stunned friends, but doesn't give the last derro an escape route if it survives.

He lets his rage lapse.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Thursday September 14th, 2023 3:46:39 AM
Mundhildur finishes the Derro.
Zeoll has lost track of if he’s stunned. Combat has ended so it is fine either way.
Cyrion watches.
Asimov is stunned.
Elron steps back and lets his rage end.

The fight is over. The party now has corpses they can searchand a half dozen possible directions to go in.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Thursday September 14th, 2023 9:02:32 AM

"I feel my age! Napping durring combat. Again." The liontaur -- looking only somewhat deep into middle age in this dream of an adventure -- sighs.

"Well, it makes no neverrmind with frriends as capable as you all arre. Noe what have we herre?"

Zeoll casts detect magic and looks over the potential loot.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+8=21 ; d20+8=11 ;
Thursday September 14th, 2023 5:51:03 PM

"Elron! You need some bandaging." Mundhildur shrinks down to 7'4", grabs the derro by his clothing, and gently nudges her feathered friend back toward the rest of the group. "You are a fearsome rooster, I say, I say," she says, lightly imitating his speech patterns.

She sets down the derro's body near where the others lie, then gets out her healer's kit, choosing two portions of the equipment to attend to Elron. "Let's see if I can get you started on feeling better, then we'll let the others who have greater gifts than I do what they can to help you."

Elron is healed for 10 hp through Mundhildur's efforts.

"Zeoll, I thought it showed superb confidence in your team for you to take a short break during battle. No doubt our opponents were amazed with how calm you were. Nonetheless, let me see if I can help you a bit - looks like you caught a bit in the scrape."

Unfortunately, treatment of Zeoll's wounds seems beyond her at the moment, and all she manages is to sop up a bit of blood. "Sorry, friend. Someone smarter than I will have to fix you up this time."

Heal: 21 vs DC 20 - success with Elron
Heal: 11 vs DC 20 - failure helping Zeoll

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Heal Check: d20+13=19 ;
Thursday September 14th, 2023 6:47:42 PM
Cyrion hears what Mund says and steps over, "I've got some skill, let me try."

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 35/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+20=21 ;
Thursday September 14th, 2023 7:55:04 PM
Elron thanks Mundhildur and listens for approaching derro while the others check the bodies.

(Perception = 21)

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Thursday September 14th, 2023 8:28:06 PM
Ironic Asimov says to Zeoll, "Well what's my excuse? I was napping during combat and I'm still young. Since his armor has to be used in 1 minute intervals he waits for the first minute to elapse and then has Irony separate from his frame.
(OOC: 10/11 minutes of power armor mach 1 left for the day; will update header tomorrow or weekend)

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Friday September 15th, 2023 7:32:05 AM
Zeoll feels his age. He looks over loot.
Mundhildur provides healing.
Cyrion helps.
Elron thanks them and listens for incoming enemies.
Asimov decouples after a minute and wonder’s what his excuse is.

The two riders had much the same gear as the scouts on the surface. Each has:

cytillesh extract (5 doses); +1studded leather armor, +1 repeating light crossbow with 20 bolts, masterwork blowgun with 10 darts, masterwork shortsword

The two archers have less nice gear and seem to be recruits or levies. They each had:

NPC Gear (leather armor, short sword or aklys, repeating light crossbow with 10 poisoned bolts, other treasure)

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Friday September 15th, 2023 11:09:04 AM

Zeoll looks with distaste on the poison. "Anybody want to use this? What arre the odds they arre immune to theirr own poison?"

The magical stuff we can stow for later.

"I'm disappointed my Tongues spell was so useless. Maybe we'll meet someone to talk to beforre it rruns out."

Considering that, the liontaur is eager to continue.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+8=22
Friday September 15th, 2023 11:38:48 AM
If it's not too late, she aids Cyrion in his attempt to heal. Heal: 22 (+2 to Cyrion's attempt, moving it to success, and 10 hp healed). [JonS - was that for Elron, or Zeoll?]

Still concerned for brave Elron, the Jotunar asks Asimov, "Have you one of your special healing treatments to help our fierce friend here?" as she gestures towards the bloodied fellow.

She also says to Zeoll. "Sorry. Had I known you wanted to talk to one, I would have merely crippled the last one, rather than crushing him."
==========
Note for DM Mitch: I edited my post a moment after hitting Submit, realizing that Mundhildur could lend a hand to Cyrion's healing efforts, so rolled the d20+8=22 on the edit. Hope that's okay. -Kim

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 35/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Friday September 15th, 2023 8:55:59 PM
Elron counts seven ways they can try to go, and thinks the ones over near Asimov are the least likely to lead to some merry chase. "Of course, you never know with caves. . . By th' way, what do you call a young liontaur that searches for gold in a cave?"

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Saturday September 16th, 2023 4:05:44 AM
Seeing that Mund had treated Elron, Cyrion turned his attention to Zeoll. Listening to what the Derro had on them, Cyrion states, "I have no need of their gear."

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Sunday September 17th, 2023 11:14:23 AM

If no one else wants the masterwork shortsword, Mundhildur will take it.

[and Zeoll adds 10hp back to his current hp total]

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Sunday September 17th, 2023 12:36:58 PM
"Thank you for the healing, Mundhi!"

Zeoll bows and looks a bit embarrassed. "I had not noticed it at firrst," he admits.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Sunday September 17th, 2023 11:55:40 PM
Asimov says "Maybe I should consider getting the repeating crossbow."

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Monday September 18th, 2023 7:38:07 AM
Zeoll wonders if the enemy is immune to their own poison. He’s disappointed that Tongues was so useless and thanks people for the healing.
Mundhildur is concerned for Elron’s health and says she should have kept that last one alive.
Elron picks an exit and tells a joke.
Cyrion helps with the healing and claims no gear.
Mundhildur and Asimov think about claiming some of the loot (note the masterwork short sort would be sized for a medium creature and is non-magical so will not resize to the user)

The northern exit, the one Elron thinks is the best option, goes a short way before splitting in two directions. Both are long enough or twisty enough you can’t see the end from here and you can hear faint signs of activity from either direction.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Monday September 18th, 2023 11:38:41 AM

Of the masterwork short sword, Mundhi says, "I could use this dagger."

"Asimov, or others - do you have anything that can help heal up Elron? He was really hurt badly, and I want him to survive the day should we have another battle!"

She gives the beastfolk the goodberry Zeoll had earlier given her. If Elron eats it, he will gain 1 hp toward his health.

She follows Elron's lead.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday September 18th, 2023 5:47:32 PM
Cyrion shakes his head, "Alas, the only healing I can truly do is only to myself."

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+20=27 ;
Monday September 18th, 2023 10:10:40 PM
"A miner," Elron says, unsure if he's told that one before. He thanks Mundhildur for the berry.

Elron keeps an eye out while the others debate. If they can hear activity, maybe activity can hear them. (Perception = 27)

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh 4d8+11=26 ;
Monday September 18th, 2023 10:59:51 PM
Asimov uses a medihaler critical (4d8+11) = 26 to Elron

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d8=6 ; d8=2 ; d8=4 ; d8=7 ; d8=5 ; d8=5 ;
Tuesday September 19th, 2023 12:16:56 AM

[OOC: Slight edit after seeing the post before mine!]

"Elrron old buddy old pal! Speak up when you need some healing!"

Zeoll casts 2 CMWs on Elron ... 39 hp healing.

========

What has Zeoll used up so far today?
Spells:
1 - Produce Flame
2 - Bull Str, CMWx4, Tongues
3 -
4 - Leg Lore, SNA IV
ALSO 4 rounds bard perform, 1 Fey Summons

[OOC: I sent thru the archives, made a couple arbitrary chapter headings, and brought my spells casting up to date.]

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Tuesday September 19th, 2023 7:17:22 AM
Mundhildur says she could use the weapon as a dagger.
Cyrion cannot heal.
Elron says his punch line and listens.
Irony and Zeoll heal everyone up.

Elron has a little trouble hearing over the party’s conversation but it sounds like there’s low murmurs and the sound of… shifting furniture? to the north. To the south he can’t hear much of anything, which is either a good thing or ominous.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+24=34 ; d20+22=25 ;
Tuesday September 19th, 2023 2:32:26 PM

As quietly as possible, Zeoll castsd Message cantrips to keep in touch with his friends.

"My Tongues spell lasts almost two hours, so it is still on. Let me sneak up invisibly and spy on them."

Invisible Zeoll creeps stealthily towards the sounds, hoping to hear speech that will mean something to him.

Stealth 34

Perception 25

What has Zeoll used up so far today?
Spells:
1 - Produce Flame
2 - Bull Str, CMWx4, Tongues
3 - Invisibility
4 - Leg Lore, SNA IV
ALSO 4 rounds bard perform, 1 Fey Summons

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday September 19th, 2023 9:24:02 PM
Cyrion readies to rescue his friend should he call out for aid

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Tuesday September 19th, 2023 10:30:21 PM
Asimov says to Irony, "Be ready to wrap around me again if Zeoll get's himself into trouble."

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Tuesday September 19th, 2023 10:51:06 PM
Elron also prepares to rush in if Zeoll gives a shout.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Wednesday September 20th, 2023 9:09:42 AM
Zeoll goes invisible and scouts.
The others all prepare to rush ahead if Zeoll gets in trouble

This cavern is filled with the sweet scent of roasting mushrooms. Fungus-filled lanterns that shed soft blue light illuminate several tables sized for small creatures. Overlapping fur rugs cover the rough stone floor, giving this area a feel of opulence. A central fire ringed by large stones warms the cavern comfortably and it looks like a place where many a fine meal has been shared by the Derro.

Now however it is stirring with a different kind of activity. The tables have been overturned to provide cover and a dozen or more derro are nervously checking crossbows and other weapons as they crouch behind them. At the back and standing over the rest is a derro in fine clothing decorated with silver thread. Madness and cruelty burn in his eyes and he holds a chain attached to a tortured prisoner in one hand. In the other hand he holds a scroll he is reading from, one that seems to be magic as his allies seem invigorated as he finishes it (spellcraft 18 Highlight to display spoiler: { he just cast haste his allies}.

The prisoner looks like a half-orc female of some kind, emancipated and weak. Her skin has an unhealthy blue look, and some sort of helmet or box covers all but her eyes. A slight glow emanates from said helmet - it must be full of that toxic, memory altering fungus.

Another figure stands out among the nervous derro. A human in shining breastplate he stares straight ahead vacantly as he drinks a potion of some sort and grips the hilt of his sword. A badge of rank of some sort adorns his official looking uniform and his general appearance matches the description of the missing brother you were asked to find. He’s clearly being controlled in some way.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday September 20th, 2023 8:47:14 PM
Elron waits for Zeoll.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Wednesday September 20th, 2023 9:04:57 PM

[OOC metagaming: Let's back off and wait about 5-30 minutes before we attack them] - j/k

Mundhildur waits for a whispered report, but also slowly, carefully, moves forward a bit.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+15=31 ;
Wednesday September 20th, 2023 9:24:54 PM
Asimov waits for Zeoll to report back while listening for signs of trouble

Perception - 31

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday September 20th, 2023 9:52:56 PM
Cyrion awaits orders to move in ... he begins humming something to himself, what he's humming

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Wednesday September 20th, 2023 10:36:33 PM
Zeoll casts Confusion to cover as many enemies as he can, and then hightails it back to the group.
https://cayzle.com/pfsrd/spells/confusion.html#confusion
Save Will DC 21

Zeoll regrets he has not yet cast the longstrider he has prepped. D'oh! After moving 40 ft back, Zeoll turns and uses a hero point to cast Spike Stones back between him and the enemy. Hopefully the spikes extend well into the room into which Zeoll had peeked.
https://cayzle.com/pfsrd/spells/spikeStones.html#spike-stones
Reflex Save DC20

"Watch out everrybody! I kicked the horrnet's nest!" He explains what he has done.
1d8 damage per five feet traversed through the spikes.

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Thursday September 21st, 2023 12:27:08 AM
The party waits for Zeoll's report. Zeoll casts a spell, causing his invisibility to drop. Chaos instantly starts to envelop the room and most everyone is to surprised or to befuddled by drugs/mind control to react, but the Derro leader is both smart and quick. He casts Hold person on Zeoll the moment he's visible - DC 19 will to resist and take your first round of posted actions.

2/3rds of the enemy hit by the spell fail their save and do various things.

Derro 7 - 2 damage
Derro 9 - 2 damage

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+12=32 ;
Thursday September 21st, 2023 6:02:19 AM
Zeoll's saving throw ... nat 20 gives a 32!

The liontaur high-tails it out! Literally, his tail is high as he flees!

Confusion, Spike Stones, Yay!

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Thursday September 21st, 2023 10:21:00 AM
As Zeoll comes charging back, Cyrion moves up waiting to attack whatever's chasing him ... and then keeps watching as nothing appears

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Thursday September 21st, 2023 1:12:31 PM

"What happened, Zeoll? What did you see?" Mundhi asks with urgency. She has a stone in hand, and keeps her eyes watching before her, ready to throw at the first thing to come through.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Thursday September 21st, 2023 4:44:06 PM
Zeoll explains it all, the derrro, the captives compulsed to obey, the defenses, and his fear that they may come out to the south, bypassing the spike stones, near Mundhi.

"We should not expect them to come to us. Though they may."

Zeoll sys that the best part is that if you are confused and you are attacked, you automatically attack the one who attacked you next round. So do not attack any of the confused.

Zeoll casts Longstrider!

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+20=37 ;
Thursday September 21st, 2023 7:38:02 PM
"If'n I understand th' spell, no one who might follow you is confused. But if they stop when they take damage from the second spell, we're not gonna see them. Unless they got some other way 'round." Elron takes this as his cue to look for an attack from the other direction. (Perception = 37)

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+15=28 ;
Thursday September 21st, 2023 10:45:02 PM
Asimov has Irony envelop him as power armor once again becoming Ironic Asimov and looks for threats as he uses his fly speed to ascend.

Perception - 28

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Friday September 22nd, 2023 6:58:52 AM
The party gets a report from Zeoll about what he did and wait. Nothing happens other then the DM calling Zeoll mean as it will take an hour to resolve all the confusion rolls. Please give a duration for both spells you cast.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Friday September 22nd, 2023 1:19:44 PM
Cyrion sheathes his sword, looks around and asks, "So, anybody got any cards or dice?"

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+24=28 ; d20+22=27 ;
Friday September 22nd, 2023 7:55:36 PM
Confusion is 11 rounds; Spike Stones is 11 hours.

Zeoll thinks that worked pretty well. He'll cast another invisibility and scout around to the west. Around AM27 and AM28 on the map. And he'll use message to tell everybody what he is doing.

Stealth 28
Perception 27

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+11=18 ;
Saturday September 23rd, 2023 1:30:39 PM

Mundhi heads down the tunnel starting at AL29 and onward. She has a sack with ball bearings in one hand, stone in the other. She shrinks back to 7'4" to make it easier to pass through the tunnel.

Perception: 18

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Sunday September 24th, 2023 11:43:14 PM
Ironic Asimov flies toward the confusion

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Sunday September 24th, 2023 11:58:48 PM
Elron would follow Zeoll, but he can't see Zeoll. He can see Mundhildur, and tags along with her, keeping his whappin' stick at the ready.

He's still a little blue monstrosity in appearance, but since he isn't known to any of the derro living here, he has figured out he's not foolong them and doesn't bother to disguise his weapon now.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Monday September 25th, 2023 7:56:14 AM
The party takes the south exit and heads down it. It doesn't look like it will connect up with the big chamber were the ambush was set up. Instead it loops around south and goes about 60 feet before you can see it start to open up ahead. Does the party stop and let Zeoll go ahead or do they all head into the next chamber?

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Monday September 25th, 2023 11:43:48 AM

[Can you draw on the map the additional tunnels & room we have discerned?]

"Elron - do you want to take a peek?" If so, she lets him go ahead of her.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+24=42 ; d20+22=28 ;
Monday September 25th, 2023 6:58:50 PM

Zeoll lets Elron go first if he wants, or else heads in on his own.

Stealth 42 (invis)
Perception 28

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday September 25th, 2023 9:13:40 PM
Ironic Asimov flies behind either Zeoll or Elron and if they decide to be stealthy he hangs back even more.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+13=25 ;
Monday September 25th, 2023 10:25:57 PM
Elron has no problem going in first, and tries to be quiet. (Stealth = 25) He is still using the disguise self function of the ring, not blending into the background.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday September 25th, 2023 10:53:29 PM
Cyrion has no trouble letting the invisible "more sneakier than me" person go exploring

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Tuesday September 26th, 2023 4:49:01 AM
The group lets Elron lead. The passage they chose takes a turn south and goes a long way before reaching a crossroads. Several passages intersect here, forming a small cave. The walls of the cave are painted with scenes of blue-skinned creatures holding spears and swords. Symbols have been painted above the pictures.

Able to read undercommon Highlight to display spoiler: { the pictures and symbols warn this is Derro territory and stay out of it lest you become one of their experiments}

The sharp ears of the party alert them to something. A low muttering… in common? Someone’s here but you can’t see them.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Tuesday September 26th, 2023 6:14:05 AM
Given the e-mail conversation I feel obliged to ask for a reminder on who is carrying torches and who has darkvision.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+24=26 ;
Tuesday September 26th, 2023 12:49:20 PM

Zeoll has been relying on Dancing Lights (See 9/2 post). For scouting, I imagine he has been invisible and keeping his lights way back ... up to 200 ft back. With scent and Perception +22, he can get along fairly well.

(One interpretation of the rules is that since you can pinpoint the location of an invisible creature with a -20 on the check, having a -22 Perception check and being blind is not unlije having a -2 check and being able to see. And scent allows pinpointing creatures within 30 ft. at lower DCs yet.)

Zeoll, as quietly as possible with Message cantrips, urges his friends to back away. "We should not leave enemies behind us. We should check out the otherr two passages."

He moves back, still invisible ... Stealth 26

[[OOC: Zeoll is referring to the tunnels at AN24 and at AM27.]]

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday September 26th, 2023 4:50:24 PM
Cyrion examines the pictures, "Can anyone read the runes, unfortunately I can't"

Cyrion is seeing by using his Dorje Crystal - Gain low-light vision, +2 bonus on Perception checks, and notice secret doors - lasts 1 hour

For 100 minutes he also has: Gain +1 enhancement bonus to your AC for 10 min./level.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Tuesday September 26th, 2023 7:34:57 PM
Elron can't read the runes (and doesn't usually bother to read even when he can). He hears Zeoll's message, but isn't sure which two of the five passages behind them Zeoll means. He can't see Zeoll to figure it out, either. So he looks to see what Mundhildur is doing, and stays put while he figures it out.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Tuesday September 26th, 2023 7:58:38 PM
Zeoll moves his dancing lights to indicate where he is "pointing."

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Tuesday September 26th, 2023 8:37:27 PM
Ironic Asimov whispers, "I can read undercommon. It says Derro territory and to stay out lest you become an experiment. Sounds ominous"

Ironic Asimov continues to fly after the others

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Tuesday September 26th, 2023 10:55:23 PM

Mundhildur puts her hand on Elron's shoulder, and whispers, "Let us go back with Zeoll." She whispers so quietly, perhaps it will be difficult to hear her. Nevertheless, she points back the way they came, and begins walking back. She understands and can read undercommon, but Asimov already has interpreted it.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Wednesday September 27th, 2023 8:26:19 AM
Zeoll wants to back up, not wanting to leave enemies behind them.
Cyrion can’t read the runes.
Elron isn’t sure what passage Zeoll wants to back up and check.
Asimov reads the runes to his friends.
Mundhildur is ready to go back.

As the party turns away the low muttering in common rises to a clear speaking voice. ”Wait, please. Don’t leave me.”

Despite their high perception the party cannot see the source of the voice, though they can probably pinpoint it’s location generally. It’s coming from the corner of the small intersection. (I'll put it on the map)

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday September 27th, 2023 1:05:27 PM
Cryion will ask in a quiet voice, "We can't see you, why do you want to leave?"

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday September 27th, 2023 7:38:30 PM
Elron starts to follow Mundhildur until the voice speaks up again. Now he waits for the speaker to answer Cyrion.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+24=26 ; d20+22=30 ;
Wednesday September 27th, 2023 9:35:23 PM

Zeoll stays silent and invisible.

Stealth 26

He tries to locate the person by scent.

Perception 30

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+15=25 ;
Wednesday September 27th, 2023 11:36:33 PM
Ironic Asimov searches for the voice as well.

Perception - 25

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Thursday September 28th, 2023 3:16:54 AM

Does the voice sound more likely to be female than male? Mundhi stops, reverses course. If someone genuinely in need, then, a helping hand. If a derro trick, then, whatever may be appropriate.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=18 ;
Thursday September 28th, 2023 7:51:30 AM
Cyrion asks why the voice wants to leave.
Elron waits, still in his Derro disguise.
Zeoll smells for the person.
Asimov just looks.
MundhildurTries to judge the voices gender.

The voice is silent for a long moment. The party has at best a vague notion of where the voice is (I put them on the map) but whomever it is can’t be seen so likely has some sort of magical concealment.

Finally the voice asks in a rush, ”Why are you with one of them?! Why?” It sounds male, and rough like the owner is ailing in some way, and scared, like he's ready to run but hoping he doesn't have to.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Thursday September 28th, 2023 1:58:17 PM
Cyrion will look at Elron, and then to where the voice is coming from, "That's our friend. He's only in disguise. We won't hurt you. It sounds like you're in pain."

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Thursday September 28th, 2023 4:41:34 PM

Mundhildur moves to AL47. I assume the voice is coming from AJ48. Quietly she asks, "Who are you? What do you need?"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4" or 10'5" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+11=13 ; d20+10=24 ;
Thursday September 28th, 2023 4:42:46 PM

Skills checks for Mundhi.

Perception: 13
Sense Motive: 24

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+4=10 ;
Thursday September 28th, 2023 9:14:37 PM
(Diplomacy: 10)

Ironic Asimov says, "Please show yourself. We are looking for the missing inhabitants of a penal colony and we intend to rescue any survivors the Derro left. We can take you with us."

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+22=35 ;
Thursday September 28th, 2023 9:34:03 PM
Zeoll lets others handle the diplomacy for a change. He listens for dangers approaching.

Percep 35

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Thursday September 28th, 2023 10:42:16 PM
Elron might look like a derro, but he's sure he doesn't talk like one. He loudly whispers, "Wheneva' a bug gets injured, instead o' helping, th' rest of th' colony just leaves it t' die. It’s like th' old sayin' -- If th' ant broke, don't fix it."

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Friday September 29th, 2023 7:15:30 AM
Cyrion explains Elron is in disguise.
Mundhildur moves up and asks questions.
Asimov explains what the party is up to.
Zeoll stands guard.
Elron does not speak like a Derro.

There’s another long pause, then slowly a man sort of fades into view. Tall, muscular, he’s wearing the tattered remains of a guard uniform and bears the marks of a rough imprisonment. He shivers and nervously bounces from foot to foot as he speaks. ”You’re here to save us? Thank the gods. The others are held this way, please you have to free them.” He indicates the northwest passage and starts to lead the party that way.

Mundhildur only Highlight to display spoiler: { Something seems off about this guy, though what exactly is hard to place. And wait, the sign says the Derro colony is back the way you came, so why would prisoners be down this other tunnel instead of back down the one you exited from? }

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+29=48 ;
Friday September 29th, 2023 1:13:22 PM

As Zeoll listens to the fellow, he tries to suss him out. Is this a trap?

Sense Motive 48

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4", 10'5", or 16'6" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 3d6+5=18 ; d20+15=31 ;
Friday September 29th, 2023 3:14:17 PM

Mundhildur steps in front of the man, then grows to huge size (or at least large size, if the passageway will not allow 16'6", 6,700 lbs), blocking his way, shaking her head in negation. "Who are you?" Held action: One slam for non-lethal damage if he tries to push past her or take any other offensive action (hit AC 31 for 18 hp non-lethal damage).

She hopes her friends will block his exit in other directions.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Friday September 29th, 2023 6:34:07 PM
"Sounded like a bunch of derro were preparin' a last stand before Zeoll magicked them. Don't know if sneakin' out'll work right now."

Elron isn't sure what's got Mundhildur riled, but he's happy to distrust this stranger who didn't laugh at his joke.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Friday September 29th, 2023 10:01:07 PM
Cyrion is impressed at the magic trick, but like the others, his "hackles" are up, alert for a trap

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d12=3 ; d20+1=3 ;
Monday October 2nd, 2023 1:00:49 AM
Sense Motive 3

Ironic Asimov tries to get a feel for if this guy is on the up and up and doesn't get a read.

If its been a minute since he put on the power armor he takes it off again as he wants to use it primarily for battle

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=7 ; d20=9 ;
Monday October 2nd, 2023 6:46:58 AM
Zeoll gets suspicious.
Mundhildur blocks the path forward and asks a question, ready for violence.
Elron isn’t sure what’s going on but the man didn’t laugh at his joke so is untrustworthy.
Cyrion has his hackles up.
Asimov is no longer armored (I’m assuming it’s been a few minutes of travel time and you took off your armor a while ago)

The man, already twitchy, reacts badly to Mundhildur’s suspicious question. ”You are with them!” he yells and he grabs a pick concealed in the rocks to swings it wildly at the giant. Mundhildur is able to avoid it and smack him with her prepared attack.

We are in combat, please place yourself on the map.

Escaped Prisoner? - 18 non-lethal

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4", 10'5", or 16'6" as needed) (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP d20+15=25 ; d20+15=21 ; d20+15=16 ; 3d6+5=14 ; 3d6+5=16 ;
Monday October 2nd, 2023 12:13:45 PM

"It is a simple question," Mundhi says. She slams again, perhaps connecting twice. AC 25 for 14 hp, AC 21 for 16 hp, both non-lethal. "Who are you?"

If the man goes down after her first strike, she withholds her second. Her third slam was a natural 1.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday October 2nd, 2023 5:15:26 PM
Cyrion lets Mund KO the guy. By the way he was dressed, he is probably from the camp, but with him not answering a simple question means he could be a decoy

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday October 2nd, 2023 6:53:53 PM

Zeoll calls out, "Don't make me brreak out my Peaceball! Stop fighting, you two!"

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday October 2nd, 2023 8:23:58 PM
Asimov says, "Let's use that peaceball, Zeoll as my methods are more lethal."

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday October 2nd, 2023 10:25:45 PM
"OK"

Zeoll casts Peaceball at ground zero, affecting everybody.

20 ft radius, Will save vs DC20 or be unable to fight.

Zeoll chooses not to save. He is himself affected.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+11=18 ;
Monday October 2nd, 2023 10:57:06 PM
Elron moves to cut off the man's escape route -- not so close that he draws an attack of opportunity, but close enough to make one if the man flees.

He is affected by the peaceball (will save = 18) and does not attack.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+9=24 ; d20+10=14 ; d20+10=29 ;
Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 1:36:11 AM

Mundhildur is not affected by Zeoll's peaceball. Nevertheless, if the man stops fighting her, she also will stop fighting him. Yet still will ask, "Who are you, really? We've come to free the captives. You look like one - but I also can tell you are trying to trick us or trap us. Maybe the derro have hypnotized you. I am Mundhildur. We want to free the people taken from the camp. Tell me your name, and what you did at the fortress."

Or, maybe she already knocked him out, and he cannot answer.

Will save 24 vs DC20 - success
Intimidate (light): 14
Sense motive: 29
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[Edit: Fix header so there is room left for hit points]

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=16 ; d20=14 ;
Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 3:15:46 AM
Mundhildur slaps the guy around some more.
Cyrion lets her knock him out.
Zeoll threatened to peaceball, then does so.
Asimov recommends peaceball
Elron moves to get an AoO if the man runs, though the peaceball prevents him from actually attacking so he can’t really block the exit without standing in it.
Mundhildur asks questions.

The man looks like he’s ready to madly attack everyone till he goes down but the spell overtakes him and he just sort of falls on his but to sit down, looking ragged, worn, and still a bit crazed.

”Daris. I was a guard.” he says.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 6:59:04 PM
Cyrion will let the magic wash over him, and then waits for the results

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+8=15 ;
Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 9:39:45 PM
"Thank you, Daris. Now that I've bruised you, can I take a moment to try to repair the damage? I have light healing skills."

Should he allow it, she can use her healing kit to help heal just a few hit points.

"As I do so, could you let me know what it is the Derro wanted you to take us toward? We understand, a bit, how they are able to mess with people's minds. We really want to rescue you from them. They can be very nasty."

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 10:04:20 PM
Elron, seeing that they're all peaceable now, amuses himself. "Hey, Daris, how long do you have t' study philosophy t' be a guard? 'Cause all I hear guards talk about is, who are you, what are you doin', where are you goin'?"

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 10:27:11 PM
Asimov asks, "What happened to everyone else?"

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Wednesday October 4th, 2023 7:31:48 AM
Cyrion waits to see what happens.
Mundhildur offers healing and makes some assumptions.
Elron amuses himself.
Asimov asks what happened to everyone else.

The guard stares into space with a haunted look making no motion to impede Mundhildur’s healing. ”I don’t remember anything except I came from that tunnel. The others must be there.”

Everything about this guy seems off, and his story does not add up - why would the prisoners be down that tunnel that leads away from Derro territory? But he’s so clearly suffered greatly at their hands from the scars on his body and mind it’s hard to say if he’s lying about everything, plotting with the Derro or something else to ambush you, or simply so messed up from his experiences that his behavior is entirely irrational and erratic. At the very least those who sense motive think he’s telling the truth about having no memory.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday October 4th, 2023 2:45:35 PM
Cyrion walks up and gently places his hand on the man's shoulder. "That you have no memory is the cause of the poison the Derro employ. Lead us to where you believe the rest of the prisoners are. We need to get everyone out that we can."

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday October 4th, 2023 8:49:10 PM
Asimov pulls out his poison detector thingamabob remembering the derro that swallowed all the mind altering poison earlier and scans the found former prisoner for poison.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Wednesday October 4th, 2023 9:47:29 PM

"Yes, he has had his memorries stolen. We must be on ourr guarrd. I wish we had some antivenom."

Zeoll cancels his spell, once he is sure that fighting will not break out again. He chides Mundhi gently. "My dear, we are all frrustrrated. But you must not harm innocents, especially the mentally unbalanced."

He follows.

(Of course, the invis spell went off when he cast the peaceball.)

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday October 4th, 2023 10:03:23 PM
Elron is ready to follow -- wait, no he's not. "Zeoll, what did you do to us? Am I gonna be able t' fight if I see somethin' that needs fightin'?"

Once Zeoll has carefully removed his spell and they've determined if this fellow stays reasonable, Elron will be ready to either go fight the derro or go help the slaves. He supposes helping should come first, but fighting's more fun.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Thursday October 5th, 2023 5:18:43 AM

"Right, Zeoll. Going the way he indicated was like as not a trap of sorts, and at the moment he said told us he was being less than truthful. You may notice I used nonlethal force against him. He'll get better. There are innocents, and there are corrupted ones. The Derro seem adept at making the latter out of the former."

Not knowing whether or not Daris understands what she is saying, she says, "No offense intended," regarding the words she said. Of course, pounding him likely seemed offensive, too.

"I think we should deal with the ones we know about, where you already went, Zeoll. But we should try the other passageway to get there. We would already be there, had the guard not called out to me."

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Thursday October 5th, 2023 7:23:18 AM
Cyrion explains that the poison is likely why he doesn’t remember anything and tells him to lead the party to where the prisoners are.
Asimov checks for poison.
Zeoll cancels his spell and chides Mundhi.
Elron asks about the spell before Zeoll cancels it.
Mundhildur still thinks a trap probably lays the way the man indicated, though maybe not laid by Daris. She wants to head back to where they know the derro are.

A few of the party seem willing to follow Daris so after some hesitation he heads to the tunnel entrance he tried to lead them down previously. I don’t actually know if the others are this way, this is just the last place I remember going. They must be this way though.” he says uncertainly.

Asimov’s device finds no traces of poison.

(Mundhildur offered him healing earlier, which he accepted, but she never rolled and gave an amount healed. Need that if he’s going to go with and possibly fight beside you)

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Thursday October 5th, 2023 8:33:06 PM
Asimov says, "Well this guy isn't being impacted by a poison with respect to his current state. I was wondering if maybe that Derro poison that dulls the wits could have different effects depending on the dose but this man is clear of poison."

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+20=29 ;
Thursday October 5th, 2023 11:10:37 PM
Elron starts to ask a question about the poison, but isn't sure how to ask it and thinks his friends have not had a chance to study how it works.

Instead, he settles for being on high alert as the follow Daris (perception = 29).

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d8=1 ; d8=7 ; d8=5 ;
Thursday October 5th, 2023 11:20:55 PM

Depending on his evaluation of Daris' current and max hp, Zeoll will cast CMW for 2d8+10, or 22 healing unless some of it would be wasted.

The liontaur follows.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d4=1 ;
Friday October 6th, 2023 12:32:24 AM

Sadly, she can only provide 2 hp of healing. all the damage she did to him was non-lethal, and you did not mention whether he went down or was about to after either the second or third blow.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Friday October 6th, 2023 7:13:44 AM
Asimov wonders what effects the derro poison has at different doses and ways of application.
Elron is on high alert as they follow.
Zeoll will heal Daris some more.
Mundhildur only gave a token amount of healing (you did 48 non lethal and he has 67 hp so another slam or two was needed)

Daris looks much less battered and bruised now. He thanks the party and leads them down the tunnel. As they walk he slowly speeds up, as if impatient or excited to get where he’s going.

The winding tunnel opens into a vast cavern with no visible ceiling. The passage gives way to a ledge hugging the side of the cavern and which eventually becomes a natural rock bridge spanning the unfathomable depths below, before leading to a tunnel opening lit by a faintly glowing lichen covering the walls.

Daris all but runs across the rock bridge to the other side. ”I remember waking up down below and wandering up here. Maybe I fell, or maybe there’s some way into the Derro’s caves from there.” He starts to climb a rough section of rock that leads down and seems fairly easy to climb.

Daris - 24 non-lethal

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Friday October 6th, 2023 9:36:17 AM
Cyrion shakes his head when the human runs across the bridge and starts rock climbing in a direction he thinks he "Came up from"

Again he states, "This is why we can't have nice things, we can't hold onto anything."

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Friday October 6th, 2023 9:10:03 PM
"Are we followin'?" Elron gets out his rope of climbing, in case the are. He isn't taking chances over depths he can't fathom. "You guys are welcome t' use this too." At least they don't have to haul Bill the camel down with them here. "I wonder how ol' Bill is doin'."

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Saturday October 7th, 2023 3:09:00 AM

"I do not feel right about going this way," says Mundhildur. "I hope I am mistaken, but we really should take care of the group that Zeoll slowed down before coming this way. This seems way too foolish with them behind us." She stops, letting the rest go past for a moment.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+1=3 ;
Saturday October 7th, 2023 12:26:38 PM

Zeoll is happy to try the climb. The liontaur makes a prayer for guidance and tries to ascend ...

Climb (untrained) 3

"OW."

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Sunday October 8th, 2023 5:00:08 AM

Mundhi does not want her friends injured. "Zeoll, up is the wrong direction." She has a knotted rope. She holds on to one end, at the largest size the local space will allow, and tells the liontaur she will belay him as he descends. "Hang on to the loop on the bottom. If you slip, I'll slow you down."

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Sunday October 8th, 2023 6:57:43 PM
Asimov asks, "Do you think I need to wear Irony as armor and fly toward where Daris is leading us or should I wait till we engage in battle again?"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Sunday October 8th, 2023 7:11:31 PM

"If we go back and kill the Derro that Zeoll saw, then it will be safer for us to return here and rescue the captives. Or are all of you choosing deafness to reason?" Mundhildur asks pointedly.

She adds, "If you are set on leaving our enemies alive, who will then be able to try to kill any captives we may be trying to rescue... I can help everyone down this slope. Save your Irony armor, Asimov."

If none take the time to rethink their current plan to follow Daris, and all seem intent on moving down the slope, Mundhi, using ropes and levitation, helps everyone safely down. And grinds her teeth all the way.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Sunday October 8th, 2023 11:39:44 PM
"Well, I said helpin' folks escape first sounded best, but I didn't know we'd have t' climb in a pit where th' derro could jus' drop rocks on us comin' back. An' I'm not sure we won't have t' unzombify any other folks we try t' rescue. Got anotha' peaceball, Zeoll?"

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=4 ; 20d6=72 ;
Monday October 9th, 2023 7:20:33 AM
Cyrion comments on the party not having nice things.
Elron gets out his rope of climbing and wonders how deep the thing is.
Mundhildur doesn’t like leaving enemies behind them.
Zeoll is eager to climb.
Mundhildur also has rope and suggests they lower people down.
Asimov offers to fly.
Mundhildur repeats her objections and gets more rope.
Elron explains his reasoning.

However deep this hole is, it’s deeper than the lights or rope go, so at least 80 feet. Zeoll moves across the arch and starts to climb after Daris only to immediately fail by more than 5 (DC 10 wall). Losing his grip he tumbles, bounces off a small ledge, and then hurtles into the darkness out of sight of the party. He takes 72 falling damage.

(the map has been updated)

Daris - 24 non-lethal

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Monday October 9th, 2023 7:24:17 AM
Daris is just missed by the falling Zeoll. He hurries his climbing to reach the bottom and help his new friend, quickly leaving the lights of the party.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Monday October 9th, 2023 9:13:19 AM

Mundhildur is using her 150' silk ropes. One of the three is knotted, so extends to ~120'. So we're not running. She can tie the ropes together.

And, she can levitate herself and carry others.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Monday October 9th, 2023 11:54:33 AM
150 is also not enough to reach the bottom.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Monday October 9th, 2023 8:21:32 PM
"Mundhildur, Zeoll just fell an' that didn't sound like a soft landin'. Maybe you should float down as quick as your light allows, so's you can see how he's doin'. An' take who you can."

If he can hitch a ride with Mundhildur, Elron does. With a rope, she might be able to take several. If not, then Elron uses the rope of climbing, going down in increments and letting the ends of the rope find points to tie off to as he goes. (Wall should be DC 0 with the rope.)

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+22=34 ;
Monday October 9th, 2023 8:40:40 PM
As Zeoll falls, his ring of feather falling kicks in, and he lands with a thump, but not an ouchie.

He casts dancing lights and looks around. Perception 34

He sends his dancing lights 100 ft up and wiggles them around to let his friends know he is ok.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday October 9th, 2023 9:19:36 PM
Cyrion shakes his head, thinking to himself that he and his friends should have listened to Mund before leaping into a pit. He'll grab and use Mund's rope, and see how far down he can get before he sees the bottom ... then he'll figure out how to make it safely to the bottom

OOC: He doesn't have any way to save himself from a fall except teleporting himself, but he can only go so far

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Monday October 9th, 2023 9:47:15 PM

She has 3 silken ropes of 150 feet each. Drop ~30' from one that has knots every few feet Subtract 2 feet from each of the two points where ropes need to be tied to each other. That gives 416 feet. Still not enough? She also has 4 lengths of 50' silken rope. She has 2 lengths of 50' hempen rope. I think the 5 segments of 50' lengths of twine do not need mention, nor use in this case.

Mundhildur helps ferry people down, one or two at a time, levitating. She has the permanent light torch nicely slotted in a bandolier-type arrangement across her chest. Down, up, down, up, safety first. She hopes Zeoll will make it. She hopes everyone will make it. Why didn't they listen to her? About the third trip down, she tells herself to put away her resentment and get on with it.

By the way, she has some hemp rope harnesses she made earlier for members of the team. She uses those so that her friends are affixed to her via the harness, in case arms or legs get tired.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Tuesday October 10th, 2023 4:09:07 AM
Asimov says, "If we stopped and rested I could make up to 7 parachutes and we could all land softly like Zeoll did with his ring of feather fall. Otherwise, I'm the only one that can wear Irony as armor. I don't know if he alone could ferry anyone down there?"

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=14 ;
Tuesday October 10th, 2023 5:45:42 AM
Mundhildur gets out more rope.
Zeoll has a ring of feather falling so the DM doesn’t have to kill him. Yay.
Cyrion shakes his head and thinks they should have listened to Mundhildur.
Asimov comments on if they had rested he could have made feather fall parachutes.

It takes almost half a minute for Zeoll to fall to the bottom (4 rounds). Meanwhile Mundhildur is setting up her ropes, it looks like two of the long ones will be more than enough. Behind her Elron suddenly feels something touch him on the shoulder. The touch is followed by a sudden yank and he’s pulled from the bridge and into the darkness.

We are now in combat. Several actions didn’t have time to finish - Zeoll is 3 rounds from the ground, Mundhildur has just gotten the ropes all tied together to make a 300 foot rope, and Daris is still climbing down slowly.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday October 10th, 2023 2:47:53 PM
OOC: Does Cyrion notice that Elron has been grabbed?

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Tuesday October 10th, 2023 4:37:40 PM
Up to you. You were all standing together so maybe you happened to be looking at him and can see it or maybe you turn around and he’s gone. If you want to know what caused it roll perception.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+1=8 ;
Tuesday October 10th, 2023 4:57:45 PM

Zeoll tries to grab onto the wall of the pit to stop his fall.

Climb check 8 if it is within reach.

"Oh wait," says Zeoll in his native liontaur tongue. "Silly me! I am really showing my age today"

If he is within reach of the wall, Zeoll's cloak of Arachnidae lets him spider climb on up. "D'oh!" If I had remembered I had this, I wouldn't've fallen in the first place!"

If he can't reach the side of the pit, Zeoll uses the cloak to cast web across the pit below him, land in the webs, and then spider climb through the webs to the wall and then up.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+18=26 ; d6+2=7 ;
Tuesday October 10th, 2023 9:13:15 PM
You know Elron's not going to take this quietly if he's in a position to make some noise.So assuming he can act. . ..

Elron yelps as he's dragged off, rages, and attacks whatever has him. He might have had a rope in hand, but he doesn't need a weapon.

He attacks AC 24 (roll should have been at +16, he doesn't rage twice) for 7 damage.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Tuesday October 10th, 2023 9:15:47 PM
Asimov calls for Irony to become armor again and the armored technomancer takes to the air.

Standard Action: Irony wraps Asimov in armor
Move Action: Fly

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+11=28 ;
Wednesday October 11th, 2023 2:18:26 AM

Oh, an important 'by the way' - Since she has done this sort of thing on many previous occasions, Mundhildur would have driven a few spikes in the ground to hold the ropes - and that prior to the attack, as it was assumed she had the anchors already in place and was starting to ferry folks down - and Elron was one of the first, along with another light person or persons. The Twins?

"You were all standing around together." - DM comment. Clarification request. Were we all at or near Z36/Z37/AA36? Or somewhere else? Also, had we been earlier presented with the dimensions of the area we are in, Mundhi easily could have ferried people across to say Q36 and beyond.

Request to all fellow players - please put your PC identifier on the map.

Hearing Elron's squawking, Mundhildur turns to see what he is going on about. [Perception 28 to see what there is to see.] More than one opponent? What size/shape/manner of thing looks to have grabbed the rooster? If she can grab Elron or whatever it is that grabbed him, she will do so. If not, she always has easily grabbable stones in her Jotun bag, and can toss a few of them at any apparent opponent.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d6=3 ; d6=1 ;
Wednesday October 11th, 2023 7:32:04 AM
Zeoll realizes oh yeah he has spider climb. He’s easily within reach of the wall and grabs onto it.
Elron yelps and flails about.
Asimov takes off.
Mundhildur hears the noise and turns around to look. Since the enemy was attacking every round, she only had time to tie the ropes together and insert the spikes, but not start climbing or lowering anyone.

There seems to be some confusion on the map. The dotted line area indicates the archway/bridge above the pit, where most of the party is gathered. The one Daris ran across to reach the climbable wall. I have placed everyone where I think they are based on past posts. Feel free to move yourself.

Elron finds himself falling. After a bit of flailing he finds some sort of strand stuck to his shoulder and attacks it, but his unarmed attacks do no damage to it. Worse, now his hands are stuck to it as well. His fall stops short as he slams into the side wall of the cave and takes 4 falling damage. A strength check or escape artist check will let you free yourself.

Mundhildur turns around fast enough to see Elron leave the range of the light as he falls. She sees some sort of rope or strand, red in color, attached around him. With the brief glimpse she gets all she can tell is it’s some sort of rope or something, perhaps thrown at him from above somewhere and used to pull him to his death. Whomever is responsible is beyond the lights of the party currently, which mostly illuminate the bridge and the area below it.

Daris - 24 non-lethal

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Perception Check: d20+10=21 ; Acrobatics: d20+10=17 ;
Wednesday October 11th, 2023 4:31:09 PM
Cyrion, hearing and watching Elron get grabbed, tries to leap after his friend

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+7=12 ; d20+2=17 ;
Wednesday October 11th, 2023 6:43:50 PM
Before Elron frees himself, he wants to make sure he can do so without dropping himself umpteen feet to the hard rocks below. If he judges he can reach a safe spot -- maybe a ledge that he is able to cling to in the attempt to break free -- then he will try to free himself.

Assuming it's safe, and already raging, he manages a 12 escape artist check (or a 17 strength check if both may be attempted).

Most likely having failed, he prepares to meet the spider.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday October 11th, 2023 8:48:14 PM
Ironic Asimov uses his light emitter to fly over the chasm and look for the missing Elron.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Wednesday October 11th, 2023 10:46:07 PM
Zeoll hears the tumult and climbs back out.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+12=23 ; d20+11=17 ; d20+12=31 ; d8+6=7 ; d8+6=7 ;
Thursday October 12th, 2023 4:42:35 AM
Seeing Elron grabbed by some sort of line? cord? sinew? - she jumps off the bridge to come down near him, having grabbed her +1 spear as she leaped, and brings the cutting edge down with as much delicacy and accuracy as she can muster (AC 23 in this case) in an attempt to sever the line that grabbed hold of her feathered friend. Her levitation slows her. If she sees additional cords (Perception 17) she will slice some more to cut any additional lines she can see, hitting AC 31.

Damage from each cut is 8 hp.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map 20d6=64 ; d20=1 ; d20=12 ;
Thursday October 12th, 2023 7:22:08 AM
Cyrion leaps after Elron. A 17 acrobatics lets him jump 15 feet, not enough to catch Elron as he ends up 20 feet away. Unless he has a way to catch himself he falls for 64 damage.
Elron realizes the danger of freeing himself. He sees no ledge or other way to catch himself should he cut the strange strand, at least not within the lights of the party.
Asimov flies out to look around. He spots Elron about 60 feet below the bridge dangling near the wall.
Mundhildur also jumps but does not roll acrobatics. It is 20 feet to reach him and her levitation does not let her move horizontally. In the interest of saving time I rolled for you and got a 5. It is DC 20 to reach Elron with a jump so unless there is something I am unaware of you don’t make it and can’t start cutting the whatever it is suspending him - probably a good thing since there’s a big drop under him.

Whatever has Elron pulls him up 10 feet higher. The party can now see it extending up into the darkness and perhaps find it’s source.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Thursday October 12th, 2023 7:32:49 PM
As Cyrion is falling he's cursing in his head, when he gets about 50' above the ground, he flickers, and does a superhero landing (spent 5 power points to do a dimension slide)

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Thursday October 12th, 2023 8:02:04 PM
Elron doesn't want to become the weak link in a tug-of-war, but he had this rope of climbing in his hands. He figures if the rope ties off to whatever line's hauling him up and ties off to the rocks in the wall, that might stop his ascent. So he tries that. It will take a couple of rounds, the rope's not fast.

=====
Rage 3/17

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Thursday October 12th, 2023 9:00:22 PM
Ironic Asimov flies towards Elron and tries to help him.

(OOC: can I reach him? Would this be a strength check?)

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Thursday October 12th, 2023 10:41:52 PM
I figure Zeoll was 60 ft down. And he has a climb speed 20. So last round he moved 40 ft up. This round he moves 20 ft up, looks around, and sees Elron being pulled up.

Zeoll activates his Web spell from his cloak, aiming it above Elron, and hoping to stop his further upwards progress.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+5=21 ;
Friday October 13th, 2023 5:42:06 AM

Mundhildur knows well how momentum works, and how levitation works. If she stands on the edge of the bridge, allows herself to just begin falling forward so that her body is at an angle off verticle by roughly 45 degrees, knees bent, and she shoves off with a reasonable amount of force in the intended direction of travel, with levitation active, she is not going to stop all forward momentum the moment her feet leave the bridge. Will she gradually be slowed by wind resistance? Sure. But not in the course of 20 to 40 feet by much.

Regardless, under the circumstances, she will begin to ascend, looking for the thread or cord or tentacle. And then slice into it with what I previously rolled. Waiting until Zeoll webs Elron, or Elron has his rope affixed to something, so he does not begin a rapid descent, of course.

The d20+5=21 is just in case you wanted me to again roll acrobatics.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=5 ; d20=4 ;
Friday October 13th, 2023 7:24:28 AM
Cyrion stops his fall by teleporting, fortunate that his darkvision lets him see well enough to judge the distance.
Elron tries to halt it’s ascent (it is rolling vs you CMD as you can grab onto the rock etc. to try to stop it)
Asimov flies over to help. It’s a short, easy flight and just like Elron he can try to make a STR check to break the strand, though he may get stuck himself if he’s not careful.
Zeoll reaches the top and sees what’s going on. He tries to web the strand.
Mundhildur uses physics to get another jump attempt.

The strand gets caught for a moment on the web. It pauses, then shakes about some and tugs trying to get free of whatever is preventing it’s ascent. It manages to break most of the webbing holding it (Beat spell DC with CMB) but does not manage to move Elron up any appreciable distance (failed to beat his CMD)

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Friday October 13th, 2023 4:03:33 PM
OOC: Elron weighs 35 pounds. His rope will hold 3,000 pounds. He's just trying to engineer a situation where the spider is pulling against the rope and not against his weight -- but one where he's not in between the filament and the rope. I understand the game mechanics might get a bit hinky, but that's why DMs get paid the big bucks.

Elron keeps trying to get the rope to tie off to the strand that's caught on him.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Friday October 13th, 2023 6:47:36 PM
(I meant to make a longer post then got distracted and forgot to include the rest.)

Elron sees no immediate place to tie off his rope. Even if he could, tying off within reach would mean the enemy would have slack equal to the length of the rope to pull him up before having to make a STR check to burst it. He can try to find a spot anyway and hope it holds (perception to find a good spot) or perhaps one of his flying allies can tie him off somewhere further away, or even hold onto the rope while he tries to free himself so they can catch him.

Cyrion finds himself on the bottom of the cavern in some sort of midden heap. There's bones and refuse here, mostly inedible things like might be left behind near a predator's den. Daris emerges from the darkness. "Are you all right?" he asks.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Friday October 13th, 2023 9:23:53 PM
Cyrion looks up, then down, then at Daris, "Nice place you got here Daris. I would suggest some decorating changes however."

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+2=3 ;
Sunday October 15th, 2023 8:26:41 PM
Ironic Asimov tries to help Elron (Strength 3)

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=8 ;
Monday October 16th, 2023 7:52:07 AM
(Since we only got a few posts I won't advance a round this post)

Daris looks at Cyrion curiously. "This is where I woke. I didn't stay. Tell me, what are you? I've never seen anyone quite like you."

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday October 16th, 2023 3:20:21 PM
Cyrion looks at the man, "I'm sure you haven't seen many of my kind, were kinda rare here. I'm a warforged. I was created by wizards to fight in their wars. I got hit by something and woke up here in these lands. Now, if you woke up here, whatever dropped you in here must have thought you were dead. Do you recognize anyone or anything in the refuse pit?"

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday October 16th, 2023 7:03:26 PM

Elron is still in a rug of war with something above?

If so, Zeoll spider-climbs up until he can reach Elron, then grabs on.

"Hang on, my frriend!"

The liontaur pulls, anchored tot he wall like a spider.

If that does not work, he considers letting go of the wall and simply adding his own weight to Elron's. That'll stop this kidnapping!

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Monday October 16th, 2023 7:33:22 PM
"Thank you Zeoll, but be careful of that spiderweb -- it's very sticky." Elron still doesn't want to undergo an uncontrolled release, and would probably rather face the spider than deal with a fall. But it's a comfort that he'll have company while facing it.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=7 ;
Tuesday October 17th, 2023 6:23:34 AM
Cyrion explains what he is.
Zeoll spider climbs to reach Elron and pulls (strength check please)
Elron tells him to be careful of the sticky strand.

Most of the party is now gathered around Elron. Asimov is flying under his own power and Zeoll can spider climb so both can keep up. Mundhildur can levitate up and down to keep up but might get stuck herself unless she can make a good acrobatics check to push off the wall and get back to the bridge. Now seems a good time to break or cut the strand and have Zeoll carry back Elron - Str check to burst it or continued slashing attacks will work. The mystery monster drags him up another 10 feet so that he’s 30 feet from where he started and about 20 above the level of the bridge 20 feet away.

Daris looks fascinated and almost… disappointed? By Cyrions explanation. He looks through the refuse before shaking his head. ”I don’t think any of these bones are humanoid.”

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Perception Check: d20+13=26 ; Sense Motive: d20+10=14 ;
Tuesday October 17th, 2023 5:13:47 PM
Cyrion doesn't like being down here away from his friends, and Daris is giving off a weird vibe ... Cyrion will concentrate for a moment (spending 1 power point), and a soft light begins emanating from his eyes. He wants to look around in the light to see if anything stands out

[My Light - 1 pp; lasts 100 minutes - 40' light, first 20 is bright, next 20 is not so bright]

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+14=32 ; d4+2=3 ;
Tuesday October 17th, 2023 8:19:23 PM
Elron's whappin' stick won't slash the strand, but maybe his beak will.

He hits AC 32 for 3 points of damage.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+3=6 ; d20+10=25 ; d3=2 ;
Tuesday October 17th, 2023 9:39:16 PM
Asimov pulls out his corrosive pistol and tries to disolve some of the sticky strand with acid. vs strand 25 vs touch, 2 acid damage

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d4=2 ; d4=2 ;
Tuesday October 17th, 2023 10:23:34 PM
Zeoll slashes at the strand. 4 hp slashing.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+12=18 ; d20+12=20 ; d8+6=14 ; d8+6=10 ;
Wednesday October 18th, 2023 3:47:52 AM

When she gets to the wall, she uses it to guide her as she levitates upwards. When close enough to the strand, she works to cut it with the blade of her +1 longspear

AC 18: 14 hp
AC 20: 10 hp

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Wednesday October 18th, 2023 7:55:25 AM
Cyrion gets a little creeped out and makes some light.
Elron tries to cut the strand with his beak and mostly manages to get his face stuck to the strand along with his shoulders and his hand. It does seem to work a little.
Asimov tries acid.
Zeoll slashes at it but doesn't roll vs AC so the tough strand resists the attack.
Mundhidlur has far less trouble and manages to cut it with two swings.

Between the acid and various attempts to cut it the party manage to sever the strand. Zeoll, per a previous post, is right there to catch Elron so I won’t make anyone roll to stop his fall. Now everyone just has to get back to firm ground and hopefully out of range of whatever is fishing for a meal.

Cyrion gets a better look around at the area below. It’s a wide canyon with a tiny, tiny stream of water running down it. No doubt there was once an underground river here that has now been blocked or diverted. There seems to be no way to get in the general direction of the Derro camp from down here - the stream of water emerges from a crack in the wall too small for anything to move through. Judging from the party’s lights above he’s about 200 feet below the bridge above.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Sense Motive: d20+10=11 ; Survival: d20+11=28 ; Diplomacy: d20+8=9 ;
Wednesday October 18th, 2023 12:14:32 PM
Cyrion looks around, then turns to face Daris. "I'm beginning to wonder about your tale. We're 200 feet beneath the bridge. If you had been thrown in here or fallen in, then you'd be dead. How did you get down here, or is this some kind of ruse?"

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 36/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday October 18th, 2023 6:21:47 PM
Elron rides spider-walking Zeoll to a safe spot, and thanks him for the rescue. He tries to wrap his head around the situation now -- a spider at some upper level, the bulk of the party in the middle, and Cyrion with their "guide" at the bottom?

"How'd you get way down there?" he calls out to the folks below.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Wednesday October 18th, 2023 8:40:51 PM

"Whew. Nice catch, Zeoll. Anyone want to join me below? I've gotta see what's down there," says the giantess. "I can carry one or two. Speak now, or hold your peace for a while," she adds.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday October 18th, 2023 8:42:05 PM
Ironic Asimov flies down under his own steam

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Wednesday October 18th, 2023 10:55:07 PM

Zeoll climbs down, happy to carry Elron down.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Thursday October 19th, 2023 7:42:00 AM
Cyrion wonder’s about Daris’s story and has questions.
Elron sees the light below and asks how they got down there.
Mundhildur wants to know what’s at the bottom.
Asimov joins the rest in the bottom.
Zeoll is happy to climb down.

Daris just shrugs at Cyrions questions. ”I don’t know man. That is kind of how memory loss works, you know?” he starts to examine the area more closely much like Cyrion just did.

The rest join and the whole area is explored. The stream exits the same way it enters - through a tiny crack in the wall. There is a tunnel to the south, but exploring down it soon shows that it leads directly away from the Derro and is probably not likely to ever turn back. The same goes for the tunnel above, across the stone arch. At the end of it all Daris can do nothing but shake his head.

”Ok, I give up. There is not a way to the other prisoners here. I am frankly baffled as to how I even got here, and I’m sorry for almost getting you eaten by a cave monster on this wild goose chase.”

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Thursday October 19th, 2023 3:13:44 PM

Mundhildur votes to rest, heal
Lightly disgruntled with what she thought and expressed was not the way to go, yet satisfied enough with the local exploration, Mundhi asks, "With the spells we have used, and need for healing, should we rest up here, recover a bit, before we renew our assault?" If the group agrees, she readies a spot for sleeping. Part of her doing so involves clearing a wide spot of bones and debris, working to make it reasonably clean. She asks about healing up those who need it before they sleep. She can take any watch others don't. "Besides, a few of those spells you told us you used earlier might be good to have on hand again, Zeoll."

If others choose not to, then...
If they decide to press on without rest, she will help ferry people up to the top, retrieve her ropes, and be ready to head back the way they came. "Like as not they are going to prepare some sort of defense - or offense - against us."

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Thursday October 19th, 2023 4:41:09 PM
Cyrion, still with doubts about Daris' story throws his two coppers in, "I'm ok with continuing, but maybe a rest would be good, that way we can replenish our spells and power before moving on with our search for survivors."

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+22=38 ;
Thursday October 19th, 2023 10:59:05 PM
Zeoll searches for secret doors.

And he sniffs around too while he is at it.

Perception 38

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+15=26 ;
Thursday October 19th, 2023 11:31:30 PM
With everyone safely at the bottom Asimov has Irony stop being power armor and joins Zeoll in looking around.

"A rest would give me a chance to prepare better devices for tomorrow."

Perception: 26

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Friday October 20th, 2023 3:00:11 AM

She has extra wool blankets which she shares. Mundhildur shrinks down to her short size. She has food to share with all who would like some. She recommends not lighting a fire, as it seems to her smoke would travel through tunnels and make it easy for the opponents - or others - to find them.

She asks if someone has a small spell or potion to help restore her loss of hit points (though she does not mention 'hit points').

The woman sleeps, awakens for her watch, sleeps more, and awakens when it is time - or if there is an interruption in the night, such as from an invading spider.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d4=2 ; d20=7 ; d20=8 ; d12=7 ; d10=2 ; d100=20 ; d8=6 ; d6=2 ; d4=4 ; d3=2 ; d20=16 ; d20+50=65 ;
Friday October 20th, 2023 7:01:48 AM
Mundhildur has mixed feelings. She suggests the group rests while they are outside of derro territory.
Cyrion is ok with either but thinks a rest might be good.
Zeoll searches for secret doors and hidden things.
Asimov helps and also votes for rest.
Mundhildur shares supplies with the group.

The party settles down for a rest. Daris suggests they stay below, to better avoid being found by Derro, and on the far side of the canyon, to avoid whatever it was that went fishing for Elron earlier - it might come down to check to see if it’s prey fell and died, and is likely responsible for the midden heap.

Due to how close the party is to various enemies I need a watch order, a description of how you keep watch (IE, if you have no darkvision to you create light to keep watch and where?), and perception checks from everyone overnight.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Friday October 20th, 2023 11:04:32 AM

Zeoll realizes that the party is taking a rest, and is a little worried. "Well, if all the lights are out and we arre quiet, maybe we'll be ok?"

"I just hope the captain does not worrry, since we won't be giving ourr usual nightly rreport."

Zeoll takes a watch with Bill.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d8=1 ; d8=4 ; d8=6 ;
Friday October 20th, 2023 11:18:44 AM
Oh, and before resting, Zeoll offers Elron a dose of healing. His last CMW of the day cures 20 hp.

[OOC: Looks like Elron is at 36/94? This should bring him to 56 anyway.]

===== ===== =====
What has Zeoll used up so far today?
Spells:
1 - Produce Flame
2 - Bull Str, CMWx4, Tongues
3 - Confusion, Invisibility (x2), Calm Emo, CMW
4 - Leg Lore, Spike Stones, CMW, SNA IV (domain)
ALSO 4 rounds bard perform, 1 Fey Summons, Cloak Web

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Friday October 20th, 2023 3:12:28 PM
Cyrion needs a long break (from what I can find) in order to recover his power points. He just needs to meditate to get them back. He'll offer to take the middle shift

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 56/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Friday October 20th, 2023 3:21:29 PM
Elron is worried that they are thinking about taking a rest at the bottom of a pit -- where derro could drop things on them -- and below a spider that might decide to "go fishin'" again. He thinks some sort of shelter is in order, but of course hasn't the means to make one.

He thanks Zeoll for the healing. If they stay here, he uses his ring to blend in with the rock.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Saturday October 21st, 2023 2:57:38 AM
Though wanting to rest, with the reasonable concerns voiced by others, Mundhildur says with a sigh, "Resting here could result in this being the final resting place for some of us. Let us find a more defensible position. There may be more opponents should we pass on the far side of the bridge. But down here - an avalanche, or who knows what... So, let's get us all up, and find a safer place - say, across the bridge, and perhaps explore until we find a better place.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+6=20 ;
Sunday October 22nd, 2023 8:12:15 PM
Asimov rests but Irony stands watch all night (Perception: 20 - Darkvision 60 feet)

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map 8d4=20 ; 3d8=17 ; d20=15 ; d20=19 ; d100=27 ; d100=52 ;
Monday October 23rd, 2023 1:43:03 AM
Zeoll comments on the party not being able to report and hopes the darkness will shield them.
Cyrion is ready for a break and agrees to take middle watch.
Elron is worried about the place they are resting.
Mundhildur agrees with the other’s concerns. She suggests they find a better spot to rest.
Asimov has Irony stay up and the construct is reasonably alert through the night.

It is surprisingly easy to find a safe place to rest. Outside of Derro territory they don’t seem to travel much and there’s a nice, defensible cave nearby that looks like nothing has passed through it recently. Daris volunteers to take the first watch along with whomever else wants to and The Twins will take the last watch.

One person said middle watch and Irony is up all night need perception from anyone else taking watch in case of random encounter. I will assume anyone who doesn’t roll perception sleeps through the night. Daris got a 20 for his watch and the Twins got 19.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Perc Check: d20+13=23 ;
Monday October 23rd, 2023 1:50:35 AM
Cyrion is fairly certain that anything that tries to eat the party would probably go well with hot garlicky butter

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20+11=18 ;
Monday October 23rd, 2023 4:06:58 AM

Mundhildur feels better about the spot they chose.

During her watch (let's say 2nd or 4th watch?) her overall perception is 18. Before laying down to sleep, she set up a few tripwires and a few things hanging down from the ceiling with bells on them to account for anything coming into the cave entrance. She keeps her longspears available, and several tossing stones. She will sleep medium-sized (7'5"), and guard in her large size (10'4").

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+22=36 ; d20+2=3 ;
Monday October 23rd, 2023 7:44:55 PM

Zeoll keeps the second watch with Bill.

Perception checks 36 and 3.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 56/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+20=32 ; d20+23=39 ;
Monday October 23rd, 2023 7:47:08 PM
Perception = 32, stealth = 39

Elron blends in with the stones in any case, sleeping or on watch.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+6=12 ;
Monday October 23rd, 2023 10:17:53 PM
Irony -12

One of the features Asimov added was this feature the ability to take watch so of course Asimov would take advantage of the ability and rest while Irony stood vigilant

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99 d20=18 ;
Monday October 23rd, 2023 10:22:59 PM
Mundhi makes sure someone takes first watch with Daris, as she does not really trust that he is in his right mind, and has put them in danger at least once. If no one else will. Then she will take 1st watch with him, as well as either 2nd or 4th watch.

Sense motive with Daris on 1st watch: 18+10=28

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=5 ; d4=3 ; d20=1 ; d4=3 ;
Tuesday October 24th, 2023 8:34:07 AM
Cyrion thinks the party will be fine.
Mundhildur sets up bells and tripwires for any midnight visitors. She doesn’t trust Daris is in his right might.
Zeoll has sharp perception as he watches.
Elron blends with the stone.
Asimov of course takes advantage of Irony’s ability to keep watch.

Daris is a bit creepy during first watch. He seems to admire Mundhildur greatly and does not hide it, giving her a few compliments and staring a lot before they turn in. The rest of the night (or whatever time it is on the surface) passes peaceably until morning. As people get up and start preparing for the day a startling discovery is made. Daris seems to have died in his sleep overnight.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Tuesday October 24th, 2023 1:58:56 PM

"Well, this is superr weirrd! Anyone with medical knowledge able to tell how he died? And what can we do to make surre he does not rrise as an undead?"

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday October 24th, 2023 4:41:35 PM
Cyrion wakes up, and discovers Daris is dead. Looking around, and up, he ponders aloud, "Was he really alive in the first place...this place is weird."

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+15=25 ; d20+5=24 ;
Tuesday October 24th, 2023 8:26:00 PM
Perception: 25
Heal: 24

Asimov studies the body and tells the others anything he knows.

He asks for input before making any devices asking if anyone has any specific requests.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4"/10'5"/16'6") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Wednesday October 25th, 2023 2:52:21 AM

Mundhildur looks at Daris' corpse with curiosity. She shrugs her shoulders, rolls up her blanket, and puts the rest of her gear away, taking down the trip lines and bells. "What do we do with his body?" she asks. She goes along with whatever the party decides.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Wednesday October 25th, 2023 6:36:27 AM

Zeoll is in favor of cremation.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Wednesday October 25th, 2023 7:14:05 AM
Zeoll finds this very weird and asks for some professional medical advice
Cyrion wonders if Daris was even ever alive in the first place.
Asimov examines the body.
Mundhildur packs her stuff and asks what they should do with the body.
Zeoll likes cremation.

There are no obvious wounds or potential causes of death upon examination. The best Asimov can find is some strange sore or hole inside of his mouth.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Wednesday October 25th, 2023 6:28:39 PM

Mundhildur walks outside the cave and looks around. She sits down and waits for people to decide what to do.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Wednesday October 25th, 2023 6:44:14 PM
Zeoll will cast a produce flame spell to do the job of "interrment."

He is alert in case the corpse objects to this treatment.

If it goes well, then it is time to ascend and continue on our way.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday October 25th, 2023 8:22:36 PM
Cyrion will watch as the body catches on fire, "May the spirits of your elders grant you entrance to the afterlife."

Cyrion is ready to move on

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 56/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday October 25th, 2023 9:45:51 PM
Elron isn't able to help with the cremation, but is glad Daris won't be spider food. "Back to the derro?" he asks.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday October 25th, 2023 10:35:06 PM
Before Zeoll lights the body on fire, Asimov has Irony probe the strain sore in the mouth lest it have some sort of parasite or something

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Thursday October 26th, 2023 7:20:01 AM
Mundhildur walks outside the cave and looks around as she waits.
Zeoll produces flame to burn the body.
Cyrion says some words over Daris as he burns.
Elron is glad the body won’t be left to be a meal for spiders.
Asimov gets Irony to poke around in there.

Irony inspects the corpse further before shaking it’s head (It can’t talk right?) indicating it found no parasites. The body is burned and the party moves on.

Now knowing of the predator on the bridge the party is able to cross quickly and avoid being attacked. They find their way back to the signs indicating the start of Derro territory. The enemy is certainly aware of the party’s presence and have likely made preparations. Does the party have any preparations of their own or scouting they wish to do before proceeding?

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Thursday October 26th, 2023 2:23:29 PM

Mundhildur can't think of anything other than, "I can throw rocks."

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 56/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Thursday October 26th, 2023 5:10:55 PM
"I wonder how good these things are as trackers. I mean, if they're good, they'll know which way we went an' set up pretty well 'gainst our return. An' if they're not, or if th' caves wind a lot, then they'll have t' divide int' smaller groups t' cover everythin'." From what Elron recalls, there weren't many potential ways to bypass an ambush.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Thursday October 26th, 2023 8:47:53 PM
Asimov says, "I can create a greater cloaking device and make someone invisible even if they attack someone. Actually I could make 3 of them but then I couldn't make anything else of that power level. If I do this I can't make portal guns, detoxify capsules, greater shrapnel grenades, dimensional anchor rayguns, electromagnetic spheres, improved protective shields or laser beam rifles if I make the greater cloaking devices. Thoughts?"

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Thursday October 26th, 2023 10:55:29 PM

Before the group heads out, Zeoll casts Legend Lore about the place we are in right now. He is hoping to get a sense of what the derro are doing, but he is happy just to learn more.

Then he casts tongues and glibness. He casts Disguise self to make his human half look more derro-like.

"My hope," he explains to his friendsr, "is that with outrageous lying based on whateverr the Legend Lorre rreveals, we'll be able to get an edge, maybe talk ourr way in, maybe charm a derrro, and get some rreal answerrs to what is going on herre."

"So no attacking if therre is a chance of me fast-talking ourr way in!"

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Friday October 27th, 2023 3:24:06 AM
Cyrion will concentrate for a moment and then his skin and equipment take on the color and texture of nearby objects, including floors and walls.

Effect: He gains a +10 enhancement bonus on Stealth checks - lasts 100 minutes

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Saturday October 28th, 2023 1:11:30 AM

As others prepare, Mundhildur sits on the floor, and begins to take everything out of her Jotun bag (aka bag of holding), taking inventory.

She dumps everything out. Weapons. Tools (shovels, hammers, picks, crowbars, machetes, iron spikes, grappling hook, an assortment of ten different knives or varying utility, etc.). Ropes and twine, and a few sets of block and tackle. Food (vegetables, fruit, tubers, spices, grains, cheese, salted meats, bread, a few dozen hard boiled eggs, pickled items, coffee, tea). Soap - she nibbles on a corner of the bar, then spits it out. Finds some honey and dips her finger in the jar, eating some. Alchemical items, including a spare everlasting torch, besides the one she usually keeps out while underground. A few healer's kits. A few combs and brushes, a mirror, some short lengths of leather. A blowing horn. Whistles. Multiple waterskins, mostly empty. Several flasks of oil. Jars, vials, flasks. Two kettles and an iron pot. Candles, torches. Several woolen blankets. A large canvas, folded and rolled. Other items. A crushed basket. Other items.

She also empties her efficient quiver to see what is inside. More weapons - including more longspears.

If anyone asks what she is doing, she replies, "Reminding myself of what I have with me."

She looks at herself in the mirror for a moment, makes a few faces, then puts it down, and places the items from the quiver back inside, following up by dumping everything else back in the bag.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Saturday October 28th, 2023 6:48:31 AM
Derro-Zeoll practices Derro Talk via his Tongues spell:

"La Plume De Ma Tante Est Un Pickaxe Pouvre."

With Tongues, he is able to mitigate his usual accent.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Saturday October 28th, 2023 12:37:35 PM
"Those barbarians!" Elron exclaims upon hearing what Zeoll says.

(OOC: I have healed Elron by a night's rest.)

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d4=4 ;
Sunday October 29th, 2023 10:44:03 PM
Mundhildur can’t think of any preparations beyond throwing rocks.
Elron wonders how good at tracking the enemy is.
Asimov says he can create greater invisibility devices.
Zeoll casts legend lore and talks about negotiations or charms to get answers.
Cyrion camouflages.
Mundhildur goes through her stuff.
Zeoll practices his conversation skills.
Elron reacts to Zeoll’s statement.

Zeoll gets a vision of what is presumably the founding of the colony. Of the Derro discovering the fungus they use to make their strange poison. Of the twisted ideas it spawned in them, the plots to destroy and control others, the mad genius it sparked in them. It is perhaps fortunate they are so paranoid about staying hidden, else they might have done far worse through the years then making this one prisoner colony vanish.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Sunday October 29th, 2023 11:15:12 PM
Asimov says, "The device doesn't have to be used offensively. I could create it for scouting. If you guys don't have input then I'll make an assortment of devices I feel are useful. Last chance."

When he hears about Zeoll's vision he says, "So if the Derro are all twisted by this poison is a peaceful outcome even possible or for the good of the land are we going to have to destroy them all? Personally I find genocide a bit extreme."

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday October 30th, 2023 8:02:56 PM
Cyrion shakes his head, "I don't like the idea of killing all of them, but is there a chance we can just trap them down here. We also need to find out if any other prisoners are here."

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday October 30th, 2023 10:38:26 PM
Asimov waits for other input (OOC: checking in)

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Monday October 30th, 2023 10:59:58 PM
Elron has trouble following what Asimov is saying. Making someone invisible sounds straighforward, but guns and electro-mages and whatnot just don't. He suggests invisible thingys and shields.

"What we really need is for Zeoll to make th' mushrooms not so poisonous. Can you do that? An' if'n not, can we seal off th' mushrooms or are they all over?" He doesn't really think they can seal things off so well that some determined tribe can't dig them out again, but maybe they can make it take a long time.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday October 30th, 2023 11:43:26 PM

"Well, before we rresorrt to mass death, we can rreturn and rreporrt and let the leaderrs of this nation decide on the best courrse of action."

"Meanwhile, let's trry to talk ourr way thrrough this."

After casting the legend lore and discussing the ramifications, Zeoll ponders a potentially credible back story and then casts Glibness and Tongues.

[OOC: If anyone has ideas on a base story we can use to bluff these derro, please speak up. Right now, my best guess is that I am a derro-taur, sent by the derro god to praise this group for discovering and using this poison. It would help a lot if anyone had any idea what the derro god is called? Or anything about him/her/it?" Do we have samples of this poison yet?]

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+13=19 ; d20+8=25 ;
Monday October 30th, 2023 11:45:09 PM
Know Nature check for an antidote to this poison ... 19

Know Religion about the derro god ... 25

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 90/99
Tuesday October 31st, 2023 6:57:50 AM

"I'll watch the rear of the party," says the woman. "In case anyone sneaks up on us."

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Tuesday October 31st, 2023 7:23:48 AM
Asimov asks about if a peaceful outcome is even possible.
Cyrion is not a fan of mass murder but maybe they can trap them underground after freeing any remaining prisoners.
Elron wonders if they can seal off the mushrooms.
Zeoll suggests they report back and ponders ways to bluff past the Derro.
Mundhildur is ready to play rear guard.

No one in the party can make any guesses about Derro religion. As for the strange glowing stuff they use to make their poisons it’s less of a mushroom and more of a lichen and seems to grow in dark, earthy places with just the right amount of moisture. They could perhaps try to destroy or seal it all away, but that would likely include fighting the Derro to destroy any stored stuff that might be used to replant what gets destroyed. Given that there are many tunnels leading to other areas it’s possible the underground connects up to the mainland at some point, not to mention the great skill at tunneling shown in the attack on the outpost making sealing them in also an unlikely option.

With a vague plan of reporting back and asking for orders at hand the party presumably is ready to head out - I need a marching order and I need to know who, if anyone, is going forth invisibly.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday October 31st, 2023 12:51:45 PM
Cyrion is willing to be up front, his chameleon ability should help him to not be seen immediately

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Tuesday October 31st, 2023 12:56:00 PM
Oh, also roll stealth if you’re stealthing

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+23=24 ;
Tuesday October 31st, 2023 4:47:05 PM
Elron stealths along, using his ring to blend in with the background. (Stealth = 24, which is a natural 1 -- likely he keeps talking to the others as he goes). His whappin' stick is in his hands, blending in as well.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Tuesday October 31st, 2023 7:37:36 PM
You don't auto fail skill checks on 1 so maybe he'll still stay hidden!

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+15=18 ; d20+6=8 ; d20+6=18 ; d20+2=20 ;
Tuesday October 31st, 2023 11:10:49 PM
Asimov says, "I made one greater cloaking device after all. I'm not going to use it right now because it will only last a little more than a minute and I don't know how far out we are."

Asimov
Stealth: 8
Perception: 8

Irony
Stealth: 20
Perception: 18

0th: light projector, magic detector, poison detector, corrosive pistol, freeze ray
1st: wrist rockets, door detector, medihaler light x 2, parachute x2, grease ray
2nd: medihaler medium x2 - weird science, flamethrower x 2 - weird science, fire eater capsule
3rd, jetpack, accelerator device, blastbomb, electomagetic charge emitter, medihaler serious
4th: greater cloaking device, medihaler critical, electromagnetic spheres

weird science devices:

double flamethrower - 2x scorching ray
double medihaler medium - 2x cure medium wounds

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Tuesday October 31st, 2023 11:24:28 PM

Zeoll walks with Mundhi in the back, Dancing Lights active in addition to the Tongues and the Glibness.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Wednesday November 1st, 2023 8:03:53 AM
Cyrion leads from the front with his stealth bonus.
Elron is surprisingly stealthy despite the noise he makes Yay chameleon!
Asimov just makes one greater cloaking device and saves it.
Zeoll sticks to the back.

The party advance slowly up the tunnel. They reach the point where they can see the room full of glowing moss that connects to all the other places in the complex. A small group his huddled there in the light, standing out against the darkness of the various cave entrances. They’re too tall to be Derro, and they don’t look hostile.

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Wednesday November 1st, 2023 1:13:33 PM

Zeoll speaks to them, using his tongues

"Hello! We are here to help you! Please step forward. I am Zeoll, leader of this band, and you are safe with us!"

(no accent using TONGUES!)

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 84/84
Wednesday November 1st, 2023 1:16:18 PM
As Zeoll steps forward, Mundhildur remains at the back.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday November 1st, 2023 2:39:58 PM
Cyrion, expecting trouble, will slide cautiously into the room

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+19=21 ;
Wednesday November 1st, 2023 9:38:37 PM
Asimov listens for a reply from the taller folks and prepares to turn his polyglot brain to the language they reply in.

Linguistics: 21

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+23=28 ;
Wednesday November 1st, 2023 10:21:38 PM
Oh, and that's a Diplomacy check ... 28

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+13=28 ;
Wednesday November 1st, 2023 10:31:16 PM
Elron approaches close enough to intercept anyone who tries to attack Zeoll, but tries to remain unnoticed. (Stealth = 28, doing better)

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20+6=25 ; d20+6=9 ; d6=3 ; d20+11=25 ; d20=16 ; d20+14=25 ; d6=5 ; d6=3 ; d4=1 ; d6=5 ; d3=2 ;
Thursday November 2nd, 2023 7:31:02 AM
Zeoll goes to speak to them.
Mundhildur hangs back.
Cyrionmoves forward cautiously
Asimov listens in.
Elron covers the flank.

As Zeoll starts to talk to them it becomes clearer that these are some of the missing people from the colony. Their clothing is similar to Daris’s and they’re too tall to be Derro. Huddled together in a circle so they’re all facing each other they do not react to the party until Zeoll speaks.

The attempt to communicate provokes immediate, drastic action. They all turn towards him revealing dead looking faces and eyes glowing the soft blue of cytillish. They scream in rage and rush the liontaur, attempting to beat him to death. Fortunately the narrow corridor he didn’t full leave only lets two of them approach him, but he still takes a hit for 8 damage and feels poison running through him - DC 18 fortitude save or be dazed 2 rounds

The scream seems to signal more derro waiting in ambush. With a warcry a Derro woman charges around a corner on her Cytillipede towards the party. Not seeing Elron, the woman in green leather armor and wielding a wicked looking shortsword rides right past him provoking an AoO and hits Cyrion. Her mount also bites down on him. He takes 7 slashing damage, 17 bite damage, and must save vs DC 20 fortitude or take 1d3 dex damage and be dazed this round. It lasts 6 rounds or until he succeeds in making 1 save.

Another Derro appears from behind the party as he casts a spell, causing his invisibility to fade away. His wild hair is woven with feathers and he wears a simple grey tunic covered in pockets full of bloody surgery and torture implements. With a snarl he targets Mundhildur with Hold Person - DC 19 will save or be paralyzed for 7 rounds or until you make the save (which is a full round action each round after the first)

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 84/84 d20+8=26 ; d20+15=32 ; d20+15=23 ; d20+15=31 ; 3d6+5=18 ; 3d6+5=20 ; 3d6+5=14 ;
Thursday November 2nd, 2023 11:38:40 AM

Shrugging off the spell (Will save 26 vs 19), the tall woman with auburn hair roars back, and slams the male Derro with the wild feathered hair and bloodied grey tunic. She strikes 3 times:

AC 32 - 18 hp damage
AC 23 - 20 hp
AC 31 - 14 hp

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus FORT save: d20+9=14 ;
Thursday November 2nd, 2023 1:44:00 PM
Cyrion is definately caught off guard, although it's because he felt "invisible". The bite has him reeling and dazed ... "UGH. I don't feel too well guys!"

Survival Path - Damage Reduction: 4/ while he maintains focus - unless he dismisses his focus it's always present

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Thursday November 2nd, 2023 4:20:50 PM
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1N8uxAi_AgwJpGf26r9WGtAiwyoIFwZJomZ3KIlMorkE/edit

Zeoll (AC22, HP85 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+9=11 ; d20+11=23 ; d20+11=22 ; d20+11=27 ; d4=3 ; d4=3 ; d4=1 ;
Thursday November 2nd, 2023 10:05:44 PM
Zeoll's save: 11 fails. Dazed round 1 of 3.

Bill cries out and attacks one of the ones that attacked his master. Ac23, 22, and 27 for 4, 4, and 2

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+10=11 ; d20+10=19 ; 4d6=19 ; d20+10=25 ; 4d6=11 ; d20+10=17 ; 4d6=14 ; d20=8 ; 4d6=14 ; d20+10=15 ; 4d6=15 ;
Thursday November 2nd, 2023 11:03:30 PM
Asimov has Irony wrap around him by activating power armor mach I and takes to the air.

He then heroically fires off his double flame thrower at the Derro caster causing 6 rays of flaming energy to come it's way.

11 vs touch - nat 1 - miss
19 vs touch - 19 fire damage
25 vs touch - 11 fire damage
17 vs touch - 14 fire damage
8 vs touch - 14 fire damage if that hits
15 vs touch - 15 fire damage

0th: light projector, magic detector, poison detector, corrosive pistol, freeze ray
1st: wrist rockets, door detector, medihaler light x 2, parachute x2, grease ray
2nd: medihaler medium x2 - weird science, flamethrower x 2 - weird science, fire eater capsule
3rd, jetpack, accelerator device, blastbomb, electomagetic charge emitter, medihaler serious
4th: greater cloaking device, medihaler critical, electromagnetic spheres

weird science devices:

double flamethrower - 2x scorching ray - used
double medihaler medium - 2x cure medium wounds

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+14=30 ; d4=1 ; d6=3 ; d20+16=18 ; d4=1 ; d6=2 ;
Thursday November 2nd, 2023 11:12:18 PM
(I have no idea where on the map we are, but I don't think it's either place Elron is shown. I've got a map and a prior map, and both look familiar for previous action.)

Elron takes the AOO -- attacking the derro and hitting AC 30 for 4 damage (1 weapon + 3 electrical).

He then follows the derro attacking Cyrion, rages, and attacks again -- hitting AC 18 for 5 (1+2+2) damage.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Thursday November 2nd, 2023 11:12:46 PM
I guess that should be AC 20 if Elron and Cyrion flank the derro.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=14 ; d20=5 ; d20=3 ; d4=3 ; d20=13 ; d20=18 ; d6=5 ; d3=3 ; d20=1 ; d20=9 ; d20=17 ; d8=1 ; d8=1 ;
Friday November 3rd, 2023 9:11:54 AM
The Twins see Zeoll being swarmed and pull out their bow to help them. They take down a zombie minor.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Friday November 3rd, 2023 9:12:46 AM
Mundhildur resists the spell and smashes into the enemy caster (he was not in melee, can you move and attack three times?)
Cyrion is dazed. (You got +10 to stealth but never rolled it - I checked back a week of posts!)
Zeoll is dazed even worse. Bill attacks the zombie who attacked his master and actually manages to kill it.
Asimov moves back to attack the caster.
Elron presses the attack against the derro rider.

The rider, caught by surprise, whirls her mount and attacks Elron who is able to ward off but 1 attack (4 damage (I did not include your DR)

The sorcerer falls to the ground, possibly dead.

The zombies press forward to continue to attack, ignoring Bill. Though unable to act he is able to defend himself (you get full AC) and ward off one of them, but the other gets another hit in for 10 damage and another dose of poison (DC 18 fort or be dazed an additional 3 rounds.)

Mi1 - dead
Dr - 9 damage
Derro sorcerer - 62 damage (or 96)

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus FORT Save: d20+9=23 ;
Friday November 3rd, 2023 9:43:09 AM
Cyrion tries to fight off the dazed feeling, but still doesn't feel good

OOC: If he gets an additional action, I'll post it later today

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Friday November 3rd, 2023 3:28:03 PM
If you make the poison save you can act

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+9=25 ; d20+11=23 ; d20+11=18 ; d20+11=20 ; d4=3 ; d4=4 ; d4=1 ;
Friday November 3rd, 2023 10:39:16 PM

Zeoll takes another 10 hp. Fort Save 25! Zeoll resists this second dose of poison, but is dazed for a second and final round.

Bill attacks the one that just hit Zeoll for ten. The eagle hits ACs 23, 18, and 20 for 4, 5, and 2 damage.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+14=15 ; d20+14=17 ; d4=4 ; d6=3 ; d20+9=20 ; d4=1 ;
Friday November 3rd, 2023 11:15:11 PM
Elron, still raging, attacks what's at hand -- the same derro if it's up, or it's mount if not.

Flurry of blows #1: AC 15 -- natural 1 misses
Flurry of blows #2: AC 17 -- 9 damage (4+3+2)
Spirit wisps: AC 20 -- 1 damage

Rage -- 2 rounds

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus 1st Swing: d20+12=13 ; d20+7=13 ; if a 13 hits then damage is: 2d6+5=9 ;
Saturday November 4th, 2023 2:51:23 AM
Cyrion will lash out with Carver at whichever foes are within his reach ... his first swing flies wild, and he hopes his second bit into the centipede thing in front of him (if a 13 hits)

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 84/84
Saturday November 4th, 2023 5:39:03 PM
Friends... I've been sick, flat on my back, unable to do much of anything except to cough and ... I won't go into further detail. Will try to catch up posting by tomorrow. -Kim

Putting the link where we can get it easily:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1N8uxAi_AgwJpGf26r9WGtAiwyoIFwZJomZ3KIlMorkE/edit

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 84/84 d20+15=29 ; d20+15=21 ; 3d6+5=11 ; 3d6+5=12 ; 3d6+5=19 ; d20+15=20 ; d20+9=21 ; 6d6+8=35 ;
Sunday November 5th, 2023 1:55:38 AM

To answer your earlier question, she gets 2, but not 3, slam attacks in that circumstance.

If 82 hp was enough to 'dead' the Derro sorcerer, the giantess (in her 7'4" height) moves on.

If not: To ensure the sorcerer is really dead, she slams him twice more: AC 29 for 11 hp; AC 21 for 12 hp

If he then appears down and out, she moves to where there is more action. If he still seems alive, she slams a 3rd time: AC 20 for 19 hp. If alive, but prone, the AC changes to AC 22.

If zero attacks were necessary [sorcerer already dead with 82], the woman moves up taking a rock in hand, and, arriving at T11, chucks it at the centipede, hitting AC 21 for 35 hp damage.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh 5d4+5=21 ;
Sunday November 5th, 2023 8:17:40 PM
Ironic Asimov fires off wrist rockets at the rider assuming the rider is still up and about.

21 force damage

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Monday November 6th, 2023 6:52:22 AM
updating link before I forget again

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=2 ; d20=11 ; d20=20 ; d20=7 ; d8=4 ; d8=5 ;
Monday November 6th, 2023 7:43:18 AM
The Twins roll better then a 1 on damage this time and take out two miners.

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d6=3 ; d20=5 ;
Monday November 6th, 2023 7:49:52 AM
Cyrion recovers and swings wildly but neither attack is able to hit.
Bill tears apart another miner. It doesn’t bleed like it should, instead bleeding more like a long dead corpse would when pecked at by a vulture.
Elron strikes out at the rider. She wards off all of his blows
Mundhildur did not finish off the Derro after all (he had 87 hp)
Asimov shoots the rider in the face.

The last miner continues to ignore the bird to attack the one who spoke to it. Zeoll manages to keep it off him.

The sorcerer, being not dead, got 1 chance to cast before Mundhildur’s turn and tries to defensively cast invisibility. Unfortunately a 2 on concentration won’t do it and she crushes him before he can finish the spell.

The Derro rider says a command and covers her eyes. The Cytillipede reacts instantly, flashing out it’s bright light. Zeoll, Elron, and Cyrion must all make a DC 22 will save or be stunned 1d4 rounds. The Twins, Mundhildur, and Asimov are shielded from the worst of the blast of light but must still make DC 22 will saves or be confused 1d2 rounds (everyone roll separately so I don’t have to worry about rolling a 4 for the half party)

Mi1 - dead
MI2 - dead
MI3 - dead
MI 5 - dead
MI6 - dead
Dr - 31 damage
Derro sorcerer - dead

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 84/84 d20+8=20 ; d2=2 ;
Monday November 6th, 2023 8:15:08 AM

The one called Mundhildur is confused for 2 rounds.

Will save 20 vs DC22 - ah, but I forgot one thing. Will send you a note, DM Mitch.

As I think she can still act, Mundhildur casts two more stones. Using the roll from last post of AC 21 for 35 hp vs the centipede, and likely missing the Derro rider with an AC 15 for 31 hp.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday November 6th, 2023 6:20:16 PM

Zeoll awaits the end of his days.

"No wait, I may be old, but I meant DAZE, not days."

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+12=31 ; d20+7=13 ; d6=6 ;
Monday November 6th, 2023 6:28:01 PM
Then there is a FLASH!

Will save 31, no problem!

Zeoll is fine, but the last enemy standing soon will be gone!

Produce Flame and a ranged touch vs AC13 ... if it hits, that's 11 hp fire damage.

===== ===== =====
What has Zeoll used up so far today?
Spells:
1 - Produce Flame x2
2 - Bull Str, CMWx4, Tongues
3 - Confusion, Invisibility (x2), Calm Emo, CMW
4 - Leg Lore, Spike Stones, CMW, SNA IV (domain)
ALSO 4 rounds bard perform, 1 Fey Summons, Cloak Web

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+15=27 ; d20+14=26 ; d20+14=24 ; d4=3 ; d6=3 ; d4=4 ; d6=4 ; d20+9=11 ;
Monday November 6th, 2023 7:41:54 PM
(Will = 27, includes superstition bonus)

Elron makes another flurry of blows.
#1: AC 26 for 8 (3+3+2)
#2: AC 24 for 10 (4+4+2)
Spirit wisps: AC 11, miss

Rage -- 3 rounds

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus WILL Save: d20+7=13 ; Stunned: d4=4 ;
Monday November 6th, 2023 9:11:06 PM
The bug creates an intense amount of light, leaving Cyrion stunned and weaponless as Carver drops to the floor

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+14=26 ; d20+10=12 ; d3=2 ;
Monday November 6th, 2023 10:27:07 PM
Asimov heroically saves against the bright light (26 vs DC; used a hero point)

He then flies toward the rider to get within 50 feet of him. He then fires off his corrosive pistol at him.

(12 vs touch AC; 2 damage)

0th: light projector, magic detector, poison detector, corrosive pistol, freeze ray
1st: wrist rockets-x, door detector, medihaler light x 2, parachute x2, grease ray
2nd: medihaler medium x2 - weird science, flamethrower x 2 - weird science, fire eater capsule
3rd, jetpack, accelerator device, blastbomb, electomagetic charge emitter, medihaler serious
4th: greater cloaking device, medihaler critical, electromagnetic spheres

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=2 ; d20=2 ; d6=3 ; d6=5 ; d6=2 ; d6=4 ; d20=9 ;
Tuesday November 7th, 2023 6:27:51 AM
Mundhildur avoid the bright light and smash! Much damage.
Zeoll takes out the last of the strange miners.
Elron gets his hands on the slippery rider for two hits.
Cyrion is stunned
Asimov saves and shoots a pistol at the rider who dodges.
The Twins switch to their greatsword and attack the rider. Surprisingly they hit with 2 2s and kill her.

The mount is left all alone but is enraged by the death of it’s master and continues the assault. It rolls just shy of hitting and is warded off.

Mi1 - dead
MI2 - dead
MI3 - dead
Mi4 - dead
MI 5 - dead
MI6 - dead
Cytillipede - 35 damage
Dr - dead
Derro sorcerer - dead

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 84/84 d20+9=27 ; d20+9=15 ; 6d6+8=27 ; 6d6+8=24 ;
Tuesday November 7th, 2023 12:16:00 PM
Two more stones are hurled against the bioluminescent cytillipede.
.
Ac 27 Damage 27
AC 15 Damage 24

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday November 7th, 2023 10:03:19 PM
Cyrion attempts to regain control of his mind and body, but fails

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh 10d6=42 ;
Tuesday November 7th, 2023 10:19:44 PM
Asimov flies to W18 and unloads his electromagnetic charge emitter into the creature.

(OOC: since the lightning bolt travels in a straight line and Asimov is flying it should not effect the twins

Creature takes 42 electricity damage with a DC 18 Reflex save for only half.

0th: light projector, magic detector, poison detector, corrosive pistol, freeze ray
1st: wrist rockets-x, door detector, medihaler light x 2, parachute x2, grease ray
2nd: medihaler medium x2 - weird science - x, flamethrower x 2 - weird science, fire eater capsule
3rd, jetpack, accelerator device, blastbomb, electomagetic charge emitter - x, medihaler serious
4th: greater cloaking device, medihaler critical, electromagnetic spheres

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+7=11 ; d6=4 ;
Tuesday November 7th, 2023 10:47:13 PM
Zeoll tosses fire at the last enemy standing.

Touch AC11 for 9 fire damage.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Tuesday November 7th, 2023 10:49:58 PM
Elron drops his rage and averts his eyes, so the splattering caterpillar doesn't get in them. He looks for the next target.

Rage -- 3 rounds used, recovering

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map d20=12 ;
Wednesday November 8th, 2023 7:32:57 AM
Mundhildur throws more rocks.
Cyrion fails his save
Asimov lightning bolts the bug
Zeoll throws fire
Elron calms down.

The cytillipede mostly avoids the lighting but even the backwash is enough to finish the heavily injured creature. It curls into a circle twitching, then dies.

The sorcerer looks like the leader fellow Zeoll saw while invisible while the mounted warrior is unknown to the group. The miners, upon further examination, were dead before the fight started. They seem to be some sort of reanimated zombie created with the fungus somehow - their bodies seem full of the stuff growing all through their muscles and organs.

Loot -
The rider had:
cytillesh extract (5 doses); Other Gear +1 chain
shirt, +1 repeating light crossbow with 20 bolts, masterwork
short sword
The sorcerer had:
blue whinnis (6 doses), cytillesh extract (4
doses), potions of cure serious wounds (2), scroll of fireball
(CL 7th), scroll of haste; Other Gear +1 aklys, masterwork
injection spear, handy haversack, ring of protection +2, metal key
The zombies had nothing but the rags of their former lives.

Cyrion the Black HP 91/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday November 8th, 2023 3:20:29 PM
Once Cyrion can move around, he picks up Carver and sheathes it. He then wanders over to the pile of loot, poking his finger through the smaller items, "I can't imagine that all this didn't come from the miners or their camp. Knowing that these two were well equipped, I'd say we need to pay attention to what we're being attacked by weapons-wise."

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday November 8th, 2023 9:49:21 PM
Asimov says, "Is any of our party hurt? I have some healing capacity to use if anyone needs it."

0th: light projector, magic detector, poison detector, corrosive pistol, freeze ray
1st: wrist rockets-x, door detector, medihaler light x 2, parachute x2, grease ray
2nd: medihaler medium x2 - weird science - x, flamethrower x 2 - weird science, fire eater capsule
3rd, jetpack, accelerator device, blastbomb, electomagetic charge emitter - x, medihaler serious
4th: greater cloaking device, medihaler critical, electromagnetic spheres

healing available:
4d8+11, 3d8+11, 2d8+10 + 2d8+10, 1d8+5, 1d8+5

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Wednesday November 8th, 2023 10:36:49 PM

"We've learrned a lot now, my frriends, and I'm thinking we should head above grround, rrecoverr ourr health and magic, and send off a solid rreporrt to the captain of the ship."

The liontaur casts detect magic and scans the area just to be sure. He stays away from the fungus.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday November 8th, 2023 11:16:30 PM
"I could use some healin'," Elron admits. It looks like Zeoll could, too.

"D'you really want t' leave an' report?" he asks Zeoll. Elron doesn't think they'd be able to do anything useful like sealing the derro in -- they seem to have mined into the colony, after all. That leaves fighting them, or giving them a chance to prepare for the next colony. (Elron's betting the mines are too valuable to be abandoned.)

Mitch - The Twins Tunnel Network Map
Thursday November 9th, 2023 8:00:28 AM
Cyrion makes a confusing statement with a double negative and says they should pay attention to the gear of the enemy.
Asimov has healing.
Zeoll wants to go above ground and report.
Elron could use healing and doesn’t think they could seal the derro underground considering how expert they seem to be a tunneling.

The party has learned their way around fairly well and could go to the surface briefly to report. It looks like there’s maybe 4 or so tunnels they haven’t looked down yet. They seem to have delt with the enemy leadership, but they still haven’t found the fate of the remaining miners and staff of the colony. Only about 6 zombies were present in the battle so either the Derro held some back or the others met some other fate. Not to mention the healer they came all this way to find.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 84/84
Thursday November 9th, 2023 2:50:17 PM

Mundhildur pulls the ring off the sorcerer. "He doesn't need this anymore," she says. She takes a little water to wash it off, dries it on the lower edge of the green dress, and places it on the left middle finger.

She makes no comment as to what to do next.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Body Adjustment Healing: d12=8 ; d12=3 ; d12=2 ;
Thursday November 9th, 2023 5:29:54 PM
Cyrion steps away from the others, and then goes through a kata, at the end of which his body seems to turn to liquid, and then back to solid

[spent 7 of his power points, so he has 20 left until he rests again] [he regains 13 health, and is still down 17 more]

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Thursday November 9th, 2023 8:33:22 PM
Asimov has Irony no longer be Power Armor and votes that they explore some of the tunnels they haven't before.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Thursday November 9th, 2023 10:58:30 PM
Elron has no serious opposition to sending a report, but would much rather spend his time exploring more tunnels than waiting for Bill to return.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Thursday November 9th, 2023 11:27:12 PM

Zeoll agrees. We'll return to the surface briefly, send Bill off with a report, and then descend again. He does warn his friends that he is just about tapped out, spells-wise.

Mitch - The Twins Non-combat Tunnel Map
Friday November 10th, 2023 6:07:44 AM
Mundhildur takes the ring and has no comment on where to go next
Cyrion heals himself
Asimov drops his armor and votes to explore some more
Elron doesn’t want to wait for Bill but is willing to report otherwise
Zeoll agrees and sends Bill off to report. He comments on his spell slots (we just rested and you were stunned for most of the fight - did you forget to refresh your spells, or spend them all healing post fight?)

Bill flies off to report. Now that the party is ready to explore some more I need a direction. I updated the map link back to the general tunnel map, directions options are north, south, west, and northwest. I labled the options on the map.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 84/84
Saturday November 11th, 2023 5:41:28 AM

Mundhildur feels the muscles in her shoulders, arms, thighs. She likes the feeling of strength. She follows along wherever the party decides to go. Things have worked well so far.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d4=3 ;
Saturday November 11th, 2023 9:15:56 AM
"I gotta good feelin' 'bout west," Elron says, although he suspects slaves may also have been kept south. It depends on how close the derro wanted their slaves.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Saturday November 11th, 2023 10:04:53 PM

Outside, Zeoll blinks to see daylight.

[OOC: Sorry, did not realize we rested that long.]

"Huh, I lost track of time underrgrround!"

Back with the party (but without Bill), Zeoll is happy to follow Elron's intuition.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+15=28 ;
Sunday November 12th, 2023 8:31:57 PM
(Perception: 28)

Asimov is ready to look around with the rest of them to see what he could see.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday November 13th, 2023 5:36:32 AM
Cyrion is good to go with the flow ... while he misses being outdoors, he is kind of enjoying being down here with his friends ... he just doesn't like the caterpillar things

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Monday November 13th, 2023 8:58:17 PM
Elron, who'd never until here seen a caterpillar that he wouldn't like to taste, agrees with Cyrion.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday November 13th, 2023 10:27:58 PM
Time slows down for Asimov as he looks around (OOC: checking in)

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 84/84
Tuesday November 14th, 2023 12:01:55 AM

Mundhildur picks up stray stones found along the way for future usage. This rock-throwing seems a good habit to get into.

Mitch - The Twins Non-combat Tunnel Map
Tuesday November 14th, 2023 9:05:54 AM
Mundhildur is willing to follow along.
Elron likes west.
Zeoll blinks in the sunlight and sends off his report before following Elron.
Asimov keeps a sharp eye out.
Cyrion is not a fan of the centipede things, though he calls the caterpillars.
Elron agrees.

The group heads down the westernmost passage. After about 30 feet they find a heavy iron grate blocking an opening into a large cavern lit by patches of glowing blue fungus. Several shallow craters near the center of the cavern appear to contain clusters of luminescent pale blue pods. Suddenly the head of one of the caterpillar things lowers from the roof and it hisses at the viciously before retreating.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 84/84
Tuesday November 14th, 2023 7:25:37 PM

From toward the back of the group, the woman asks, "Shall I open the grate?"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 84/84
Tuesday November 14th, 2023 8:45:17 PM

She takes 20 for a total of DC25 to open the grate... if the people in the party want her to do so, and if it appears to be designed to be liftable, like a portcullis. If it looks simply like a full grate, embedded in the walls and not designed to be lifted, then she will not bother.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20=6 ;
Tuesday November 14th, 2023 10:25:08 PM
Zeoll is not strong, but the old taur lends a hand ...

Str check 6 is no help! Alas.

"Oh, my lumbago!" the liontaur groans.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+15=20 ; d20+18=24 ; d20+23=35 ;
Tuesday November 14th, 2023 11:30:03 PM
Asimov inspects the gate for traps (Perception: 20 or 25 vs mechanical)

If he finds any he disables (24 or 29 vs mechanical) otherwise he picks the lock(35)

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Wednesday November 15th, 2023 8:40:54 AM
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Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map d4=1 ;
Wednesday November 15th, 2023 8:44:49 AM
Mundhildur moves forward to pull open the heavy gate.
Zeoll is willing to help but is ineffective
Asimov Moves forward to pick the lock, should there be one.

Mundhildur pulls on the gate but it turns out to be locked. A lock Asimov deals with quickly. In a few moments the gate is open. The cytillipede that hissed at the party immediately attacks, dropping from the ceiling and flashing the entire party with it’s lights - DC 22 will for everyone, on failure you are stunned 1d4 rounds.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+11=17 ; d4=4 ;
Wednesday November 15th, 2023 10:34:55 AM
(will save = 17)

Elron looks at the pretty light show.

Stunned 1/4

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+14=30 ; 3d6=7 ; 3d6=14 ; 3d6=11 ;
Wednesday November 15th, 2023 8:42:29 PM
Will: 30 - Asimov used hero point for +8
Irony - Immune Stun condition

Asimov has Irony become power armor mach 1 again and then sends 3 electromagnetic spheres at the creature.

ball 1 DC 19 reflex save or take 7 damage; 3 on success save
ball 2 DC 19 reflex save or take 14 damage; 7 on success save
ball 3 DC 19 reflex save or take 11 damage; 5 on success save

(OOC:
You create two globes of lightning that fly in whichever direction you indicate. For every 4 caster levels above 7th, you create an additional globe of lightning (3 globes at 11th, 4 globes at 15th, to the maximum of 5 globes at 19th). These globes fly at a rate of 20 feet per round and have perfect maneuverability. Wind does not affect a flying sphere's course.

If a globe enters a space with a creature, it stops moving for the round and deals 3d6 points of electricity damage to that creature, though a successful Reflex save negates the damage. Creatures wearing metal armor take a –4 penalty on this saving throw.

Each globe moves as long as you actively direct it (it's a move action for you to direct all the spheres created by a single casting of this spell); otherwise they stay at rest. These globes have no mass and cannot push aside unwilling creatures or move solid objects. A ball lightning globe winks out if it exceeds the spell's range.
)

0th: light projector, magic detector, poison detector, corrosive pistol, freeze ray
1st: wrist rockets-x, door detector, medihaler light x 2, parachute x2, grease ray
2nd: medihaler medium x2 - weird science - x, flamethrower x 2 - weird science, fire eater capsule
3rd, jetpack, accelerator device, blastbomb, electomagetic charge emitter - x, medihaler serious
4th: greater cloaking device, medihaler critical, electromagnetic spheres - x

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus WILL Save: d20+5=9 ; Length of stun: d4=3
Wednesday November 15th, 2023 8:52:23 PM
Cyrion looks right into the light as the cytillipede attacks the party ... and once again is loopy for a bit

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+12=16 ; d4=1 ;
Wednesday November 15th, 2023 9:41:07 PM

Will save 16 -- Zeoll is just a-looking! Stunned one round -- this one!

Jerry d4=4 ;
Thursday November 16th, 2023 9:29:42 AM
....testing.....

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 21 Touch 15 FF19 HP 84/84 d20=8 ; d20+9=21 ; d20+9=20 ; 6d6+8=26 ; 6d6+8=34 ;
Thursday November 16th, 2023 5:49:23 PM

Mundhildur is unaffected by the flash. She hurls two stones against the light show critter hitting AC 21 for 26 hp and AC 20 for 34 hp. She steps from Y8 to X7.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Thursday November 16th, 2023 11:51:36 PM
Time slows down for Asimov as he waits to see the results of the orbs
(OOC: checking in)

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map d20=13 ; d4=3 ;
Friday November 17th, 2023 6:45:04 AM
Stunned.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map d20=11 ; d20=20 ; d20=15 ; d20=5 ;
Friday November 17th, 2023 6:48:47 AM
Elron, Cyrion, Zeoll, and the Twins are stunned.
Asimov is able to blast the creature with lightning.
Mundhildur hits it with a rock.

The cytillipede jumps at Mundhildur with a viscous bite fighting like only a cornered animal can but the giant manages to ward it off.

Cytillipede - 41 damage.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Friday November 17th, 2023 6:58:12 AM
Cyrion is cursing under his breath at his inability to do anything

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Friday November 17th, 2023 9:29:34 AM
Elron looks at the pretty light show.

Stunned 2/4

OK, so the light show is over, but Elron can still see it. . .

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Friday November 17th, 2023 11:48:20 AM

Zeoll quickly comes out of his fugue and sees the threatening vermin.

He declaims, "I pledge to you that we will root out the vermin that live like vermin within the confines of this dungeon!"

Zeoll reads a scroll of Haste to buff all his friends. Maybe that will cut the stun duration in half?

The usual Haste bennies apply: When making a full attack action, you make one extra attack. You gain a +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves. All move rates are up by 30 feet,

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84 d20+16=25 ; d20+16=28 ; d20+16=17 ; d20+16=34 ; 3d6+6=14 ; 3d6+6=11 ; 3d6+6=17 ;
Friday November 17th, 2023 11:56:43 PM

The Jotunar, now hasted, steps from X7 to W7, and slams 4 times into the bioluminescent centipede. She hits:
AC 25 - 14 hp
AC 28 - 11 hp
AC 17 - nat 1
AC 34 - 17 hp
Total: 42 damage

I believe that puts her in a flanking position as regards Asimov (I did not, however, add to attack rolls due to flanking - don't think it matters atm).

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh 3d6=14 ; 3d6=12 ; 3d6=12 ;
Sunday November 19th, 2023 11:32:53 PM
Asimov sends the balls of lightning back at the creature with a move action

ball 1 DC 19 reflex save or take 14 damage; 7 on success save
ball 2 DC 19 reflex save or take 12 damage; 6 on success save
ball 3 DC 19 reflex save or take 12 damage; 6 on success save

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84 d20+19=22 ;
Monday November 20th, 2023 11:58:22 AM

Is the cytillipede adequately deaded?

If so, Mundhildur looks behind her, above and to the sides to see what she can see, hear what she can hear. Blindsight 60'. If not, she will continue fighting... will post again for combat if that is necessary.

Perception: 22

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday November 20th, 2023 6:51:01 PM

Zeoll hopes it is dead, but also does not want to have wasted his Haste. Well, either way is fine by the old taur.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Monday November 20th, 2023 8:22:49 PM

Has Zeoll's haste helped anyone shake off their light-induced stupor early?

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday November 20th, 2023 10:09:57 PM
Asimov waits to see what happened (OOC: checking in)

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday November 20th, 2023 10:20:06 PM
This is Cyrion's last round of being stunned

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84 d20+16=31 ; d20+16=18 ; d20+16=31 ; d20+16=24 ; 6d6+6=29 ; 6d6+6=23 ; 6d6+6=25 ; 6d6+6=34 ;
Monday November 20th, 2023 11:50:00 PM

Just in case it's not yet dead, Mundhildur's slam rolls:
AC 31+2(flanking)=33 29 hp; AC 18+2=20 23 hp; AC 31+2=33 25 hp; AC 24+2=26 34 hp.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Tuesday November 21st, 2023 8:06:17 AM
The party quickly finishes the cytillipede. It cries out desperately as it dies, still scrabbling to defend the little cave until it’s final breath.

The cave behind the gate is relatively small and almost looks like a stable. There’s posts with things to tie down the centipede, little stalls, and various foods, especially stocks of the fungus. Strange, glowing eggs, tiny in comparison to the grown creatures, are gathered together in some sort of small incubation hole, only a food or so deep in the stone.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Tuesday November 21st, 2023 10:44:06 AM

"It is a mother," Mundhildur states flatly. She leaves the cave, waiting to see what the rest of the group wants to do.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Tuesday November 21st, 2023 5:35:59 PM
Elron comes around after a few moments. It seems his guess as to where to find the prisoners wasn't right. That means his second choice may be suspect, too. He'll follow the lead of one of the thinker people.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+15=24 ;
Tuesday November 21st, 2023 8:25:17 PM
Asimov has Irony turn back into his normal self.

He takes a look at his surroundings (Perception: 24)

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+13=15 ;
Tuesday November 21st, 2023 10:52:01 PM
Zeoll looks at those eggs, trying to learn and deduce all he can.

Know Nature 15

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Wednesday November 22nd, 2023 8:13:18 AM
Mundhildur states flatley that it’s a mother.
Elron wonders about his guesses.
Asimov takes a closer look around.
Zeoll examines the eggs.

The eggs are remarkably similar to regular bug eggs, just much larger. Asimov finds a lot of stuff down here seemingly designed to tend to them, and it is likely they can only thrive here, under specific conditions and with the poisonous Cyttillish being infused into them. Likely they were once regular animals, but like the noble races turned wolves into dogs over centuries the Derro have made these insects into mounts and companions over the years, and with the death of all the caretakers and the parent bugs there is likely no hope for the eggs - they would not survive surface conditions.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday November 22nd, 2023 4:30:56 PM
Once Cyrion is in his right mind, he examines the cytillipede, looking for something to take as a trophy/proof of what they have been encountering

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday November 22nd, 2023 5:20:15 PM
"So you're sayin' that without special care, these eggs is suitable for snackin' on?" Elron doesn't want to eat poisonous eggs, "but regular bugs is good eatin'."

There's still the problem of which way to go, and Elron thinks his next guess -- although face, that guess is suspect now -- was south. The furthest from where they are, and certainly not so high on the list as to be worth extra walking.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday November 22nd, 2023 8:39:39 PM
Asimov says "If the Derro didn't want their pets to be wiped out they shouldn't have gone picking a fight with the surface penal colony and ultimately us."

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Wednesday November 22nd, 2023 10:54:01 PM

Zeoll is more than willing to follow Elron's lead. "Let's go, friends!"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Wednesday November 22nd, 2023 11:27:05 PM
Mundhildur goes with the rest of the party.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Thursday November 23rd, 2023 11:47:37 AM
Cyrion wants a trophy.
Elron wonders if the eggs are suitable to snacking on. His second guess was south.
Asimov is dismissive of the cytillipedes fate.
Zeoll and Mundhildur follow Elron’s lead.

The eggs are suffused with the poisonous fungus and will be very very poisonous to eat. The head of the cytillipedes is very distinctive and glowy. It would make a great trophy.

The party heads down the south tunnel. It’s surprisingly short, and ends in an empty cell. There are scratch marks on the walls and bars and scraps of fabric like what those zombified minors had on. This is likely where they were held before being brought out for the fight. A quick search finds no clues or things of value.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Thursday November 23rd, 2023 2:07:13 PM
Cyrion looks into the cell and then asks a serious question, "How many people are lost, and how many have we encountered as zombies?"

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Thursday November 23rd, 2023 6:09:25 PM
"We've lost a colony -- pris'ner miners, guards, supervisin' types, people like cooks needed t' keep things goin'. . . Don't know how many, but more'n we've seen. By far." (He has no clue how many, but pictures an extensive operation.) Elron suggests heading for the next closest corridor to be explored.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Thursday November 23rd, 2023 11:12:36 PM
Asimov asks "Have we been everywhere we could or are there perhaps more chambers somewhere else in this ratsnest the Derros inhabited we might have missed where the rest of the number could have been kept?"

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Friday November 24th, 2023 12:13:44 AM

Zeoll takes mental notes for the next report back to the ship.

"Okay, well, which way next?"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Friday November 24th, 2023 12:54:16 AM

All Mundhildur says is, "More chambers." She accompanies the party.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Friday November 24th, 2023 10:35:41 AM
Cyrion wonders about how many people are lost.
Elron tries to figure it out.
Asimov wonders where else they can go.
Zeoll asks where to next
Mundhildur states there’s more toe explore.

The party has explored west and south. They have east, northwest, and north left to check out. North is where Zeoll found the Derro gathering. The party has accounted for about 8 people - six zombies, Darris the guard, and the cook they found when they first arrived. There were a few dozen people at the colony and the healer they came for had a small party as well.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Friday November 24th, 2023 3:11:15 PM

"That way," Mundhildur says, pointing, then heading eastward.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Friday November 24th, 2023 9:00:17 PM
Cryion shakes his head at the amount of people taken, saddened that he and his friends have been unable to save any yet.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Friday November 24th, 2023 11:26:30 PM
Asimov says, "Eastward we go then. When we get closer to the next room anyone want a cloaking device that will make them invisible for a little over a minute while allowing them to attack and stay invisible till things wear off?"

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+24=42 ;
Saturday November 25th, 2023 12:36:33 AM

Zeoll never says no to invisibility!

He'll creep up with the rest, trying to be stealthy.
Stealth 42!

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+15=22 ; d20+6=23 ; d20+6=22 ; d20+2=14 ;
Sunday November 26th, 2023 8:38:46 PM
Asimov - Perception - 22
Asimov - Stealth - 23
Irony - Perception - 22
Irony - Stealth - 14

When Asimov gets closer to where he thinks there might be something he uses the greater cloaking device on Zeoll.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Monday November 27th, 2023 8:27:12 AM
Mundhildur picks a direction this time.
Cyrion is saddened that they haven’t saved any colonists yet.
Asimov repeats his offer of invisibility.
Zeoll takes the offer and moves ahead to scout.

Zeoll again goes to scout and this time there’s dim lighting provided by fungus so he can see. He enters an expansive cavern is dimly lit by patches of glowing fungus here and there along the walls, floor, and ceiling. It appears to serve as some sort of laboratory sized for a small person. Contraptions of tubes, wires, glass bottles, and beakers—all of which bubble and steam with glowing chemicals and fluids—top low slab tables arrayed about the cavern. Three large cylindrical tanks contain glowing blue liquid, the northernmost of which holds a humanoid body
that periodically twitches as electrical currents flash through the tank.

Bedraggled men and women in miners’ work clothes huddle together miserably within an iron cage held twenty-five feet above the ground by a thick iron chain attached to a pulley in the ceiling. From the pulley, the chain runs back down to a lifting-and-lowering mechanism bolted to the ground.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+9=25 ; d20+24=34 ;
Monday November 27th, 2023 12:08:40 PM

Zeoll quickly tries to figure out just what is going on here.
Know Arcana 25

Then the liontaur stealthily returns to report, then asks that we all head in to rescue these prisoners.

Stealth 34

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday November 27th, 2023 3:13:05 PM
Cyrion is all for saving them, however, "is there a way to make sure there aren't any invisible caterpillars/Derro waiting for us?"

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Monday November 27th, 2023 7:56:57 PM
Seeing Zeoll accept the invisibility, Elron makes sure he is blending in with the background.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+23=42 ;
Monday November 27th, 2023 8:02:03 PM
Scratch that -- day late.

"What's say I go lower that cage and the rest of you can pounce on whatever comes to stop me?" Elron's ready to go, waiting only to make sure the others understand the "pounce" part of the plan.

Now he makes sure he blends in with the background. . . (stealth = 42)

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+15=19 ;
Monday November 27th, 2023 8:46:50 PM
Perception: 19

Asimov takes a look around for hidden Derro or their pets

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Tuesday November 28th, 2023 5:25:21 AM

"So, I only throw rocks at people outside the cage?" Mundhildur asks.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Tuesday November 28th, 2023 8:27:04 AM
Zeoll tries to figure out what’s going on in the room.
Cyrion wants to check for an ambush.
Elron suggests he lowers the cage while the others watch for danger.
Asimov looks around for hidden dangers.
Mundhildur clarifies what she should do.

Clarification: There are 4 derro lab workers in the room examining various concoctions and muttering among themselves. They do not notice Zeoll or Elron.

Zeoll’s pretty sure this is an advanced alchemy lab. They seem to be testing various mixes of chemicals and plants with the fungus to use on people like the poor bloke in the jar. This is probably where those undead miners they fought earlier were made.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Stealth check once power is up: d20+23=34 ;
Tuesday November 28th, 2023 6:03:19 PM
Cyrion takes a moment to use one of his powers ... he and his gear begin to look like the wall he is next to

OOC: Chameleon - grants him a +10 enhancement to Stealth checks - lasts 100 minutes

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Tuesday November 28th, 2023 8:31:51 PM
Asimov readies his blastbomb for if things go sideways and the Derro are grouped together but his allies are out of the picture.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+23=26 ;
Tuesday November 28th, 2023 8:51:49 PM
Elron continues stealthing over to the mechanism. If the gets there this round, he looks to see how it works.

Stealth = 26

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+24=28 ; d20+8=13 ; d20+9=29 ;
Tuesday November 28th, 2023 9:40:51 PM

Zeoll sneaks invisibly over with Elron. He tries to figure out the mechanism too, especially how to free the prisoner.

Stealth 28
Know Engineering 13
Know Arcana 29 (nat 20)

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Tuesday November 28th, 2023 10:47:15 PM

Mundhildur moves up quietly to be perhaps 20 feet from the entrance - so long as it is out of line of sight of the chamber, just ready for when it seems time to enter.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Wednesday November 29th, 2023 7:59:09 AM
Cyrion goes extra stealth.
Asimov readies some bombs.
Elron looks over the mechanism.
Zeoll also looks it over.
Mundhildur stays out of sight so she won’t alert the enemy.

The derro are absorbed in their work and don’t notice the stealthy party sneaking into the room. The cage is suspended by a simple pulley, easily lowered, and locked with an intricate padlock. One of the derro has the key. You could probably steal it from him without difficulty, but there is no chance they won’t notice the lowering of the cage - it looks like it’ll make a good amount of noise.

The man in the jar looks unconscious or dead. Freeing him also seems simple - there’s a big button that says “release” on it.

I have updated the map link in the header to show this new room and combat map

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+24=33 ;
Wednesday November 29th, 2023 10:22:16 AM

Zeoll sneaks all the way back and around the corner. He returns the favor and casts Invisibility on Asimov, whispering that there is a lock to pick, and Asimov has to go sneak up to the cage. He then gives the invisible Asimov his rope so that he can see where Asimov is and target him with a spell. He also gasts Guidance on Asimov to help with the lock.

Then Zeoll moves forward so that he is as far from the derro as possible but still has line of sight to the jar and the cage. P-Q-14-15 looks about right. He can be up to 75 feet from the jar and still be in range.

Stealth 33

He gives Asimov time to get into position, watching the rope.

As quietly as possible, the taur casts Sculpt Sound. He targets the jar, the cage (plus pulley, chains, etc), the lock,, Asimov, Elron if he is near the cage, and then any prisoners he can see, up to 11 people and creatures with the one spell.

Zeoll sculpts the sounds that all these objects and creatures make when they move (not when they speak) into the sound of feathers falling onto a marble floor.

He hopes Asmov has luck with the lock.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Stealth: d20+23=38 ;
Wednesday November 29th, 2023 11:29:25 AM
Cyrion tries to stealthily move down the hall, to see what happens and to jump into combat

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday November 29th, 2023 7:42:40 PM
What's that lever thingy?, Elron wonders.

After looking over the mechanism and deciding it's easy to use, Elron uses it. If he can watch the four derro coming when they notice what he's doing, he faces the direction to do so.

(Elron needs to be placed where the mechanism is. Is it the lever thingy?)

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+26=34 ; d20+23=38 ;
Wednesday November 29th, 2023 11:34:50 PM
Asimov stealths over to the lock and attempts to pick it.

Stealth: 34 - invisible
Disable Device (mechanical) : 38

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84 d20+18=37 ;
Thursday November 30th, 2023 2:21:11 AM

Moving with surprising stealth (37), the braided warrior steps carefully down the tunnel, squeezing past Zeoll, ready to start tossing rocks at derros or other tempting targets.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map d20=8 ;
Thursday November 30th, 2023 7:58:00 AM
Zeoll tries to silence everything that might be an issue so they can sneak out the prisoners.
Cyrion gets in position.
Elron pulls the lever.
Asimov picks the lock.
Mundhildur moves forward into the room.

The plan works like a charm, at least as far as freeing the prisoners. The cage is lowered and opened before the Derro notice anything. The prisoners are surprised but hope dawns on their faces as they look around and see the adventurers in the room.

Sadly a giant cage with injured and sick people trying to quietly leave it is just too visible to go unnoticed long no matter how silent the spell makes things. A derro turns to say something to his college, sees one of the prisoners out of the corner of his eye, and whips his head around staring in shock and reaching for a weapon.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84 d20+9=26 ; d20+9=16 ; 6d6+8=38 ; 6d6+8=27 ;
Thursday November 30th, 2023 2:40:58 PM

If the Derro who is moving for a weapon is at L26, Mundhildur throws two rocks at that Derro. If it is the one at O28, that one gets stoned. If neither is the one moving for a weapon, well, then she'll stick with L26. After casting the stones, she moves from P18 to O20.

Attack AC 26 damage 38
Attack AC 16 damage 27

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh 10d6=36 ; d20+26=27 ;
Thursday November 30th, 2023 11:50:58 PM
If Asimov can throw his firebomb (30 foot radius) and have it detonate completely on the Derro without effecting his partymates or the prisoners that is what he will do. Otherwise he stealths back over to Irony and asks the minion to become power armor once again.

36 fire damage to Derro DC 18 for half

if stealth roll is needed 27

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Friday December 1st, 2023 12:46:56 AM
Cyrion holds his attacks until he can see the results of Asimov and Mund's attacks

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Friday December 1st, 2023 11:02:39 AM

[Note: Map measurements indicate that anywhere a 30' radius bomb is thrown in the room will cover at least half of the cage. So for Asimov it's power armor time, looks like.]

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Friday December 1st, 2023 11:41:17 AM
Zeoll starts singing to give his friends a +2 on attacks and damage. Granted, that kind of gives his position away, but as he remains invisible, he still gains a 50% miss chance and should be immune to spells requiring line of sight.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+14=34 ; d20+14=34 ; d20+14=18 ; 2d4+2=6 ; 2d6=8 ; d4=4 ; d6=2 ; d20+9=16 ; d4=3 ;
Saturday December 2nd, 2023 1:54:18 PM
Elron steps up 5', rages, and attacks the derro at T26 -- hoping that he can do so with surprise if the derro's attention is on the cage.

Flurry of blows:
AC 34 (confirmed critical) -- 14 (6 weapon, 8 electrical) damage
AC 18 -- 8 (4+2 = 6 weapon, 2 electrical) damage

Sprirt Wisp attack:
AC 16 -- 3 damage (negative energy)

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday December 4th, 2023 12:12:12 AM
(OOC: Checking in)

Asimov waits to see what happens.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Monday December 4th, 2023 1:13:35 PM
(I have a cold so missed a 5th post over the weekend and will probably skip till I feel better. I'll send an e-mail when the next post goes up)

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday December 4th, 2023 5:21:53 PM
Feel better, my friend!

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Monday December 4th, 2023 8:43:10 PM
Agree. Cold's aren't fun.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Monday December 4th, 2023 11:00:25 PM

[Yes, Mitch - take it easy! -Kim]

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday December 4th, 2023 11:53:44 PM
Get well soon - OOC

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday December 5th, 2023 2:55:20 AM
Take care of yourself, we'll be here, blowing stuff up and drinking moonshine ... right guys? guys?

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Thursday December 7th, 2023 9:55:35 PM
Checking in. Hope to see you back in the saddle when you are ready, Mitch.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Friday December 8th, 2023 8:21:38 AM
Mundhildur squishes two of the lab workers with two rocks.
Asimov fries the other two with a fireball.
Cyrion stops himself from rushing forwards as the Derro fall.
Zeoll sings.
Elron moves forward to attack.

All the derro die within seconds. The prisoners just stare at the swiftly eliminated derro in pure shock. They look more then a little intimidated as they look at the party, fear and hope waring in their eyes.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Friday December 8th, 2023 9:41:16 AM
Elron takes a quick breather before heading to the cage door. He's about to open the door when he realizes he doesn't know the mental state of these folks. "Can anyone tell me if these folks is whammied?" He asks his friends.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Friday December 8th, 2023 11:14:18 AM
Cyrion shakes his head, "I don't, but if they talk then they're better off than the rest we've encountered."

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+29=49 ;
Friday December 8th, 2023 10:39:36 PM

Zeoll listens to Elron and then talks with the former prisoners. How are they, can they walk, what happened, etc. With the conversation, Zeoll tries to determine if they are under any kind of mental control.

Sense Motive 49 nat 20!

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Saturday December 9th, 2023 8:48:44 AM

Mundhildur picks up the bloodied rocks and puts them back in her bag. She leaves the talking to others.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Sunday December 10th, 2023 7:40:55 PM
Asimov hangs back to watch the exchange between his party and the prisoners.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Monday December 11th, 2023 8:15:53 AM
Elron wonders about the prisoners being under control
Cyrion points out the last set didn’t talk.
Zeoll talks to them.
Mundhildur puts her stuff away.
Asimov watches.

The prisoners were freed before the fight started and trying to sneak out with the party. As the fight begins they freeze up, but the few seconds it takes to win leaves them blinking in shock and, in some cases, crying, in relief. They’re a motley crew of humanoids in both guard and prisoner outfits all looking underfed and weak from the strange poisons of the enemy. Many can’t remember the details of the attack due to the poison, but a few resisted it enough or just got a lesser dosage and tell how the Derro dug up through the garden as everyone was going to bed. Their leader uses his spells to paralyze or control guards while the minions hit people with their poison so they forgot what they were doing mid combat. Once everyone was controlled, paralyzed, or unconscious they dragged them all here in this big cage through the tunnels. Presumably a group stayed behind and cleaned up all evidence of the attack.

None of them seem under any mental compulsions.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Monday December 11th, 2023 12:08:54 PM

Mundhildur just looks and listens. She does not offer any help, nor does she seem to show any care. She looks over the cage a bit.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Heal: d20+13=29 ;
Monday December 11th, 2023 6:43:10 PM
Cyrion wants to see if he can identify any of the components the Derro were using, kind of looking at what may counteract the poisons used to cause memory loss

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday December 11th, 2023 6:45:42 PM

Zeoll cares for the prisoners, and urges the party to head for the surface asap.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday December 11th, 2023 8:50:26 PM
Asimov tries to ascertain if any of the people freed are the brother of the person who first told of the plight of the penal colony.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Monday December 11th, 2023 10:29:58 PM
Elron asks if everyone is able to move out and back to the colony. But he keeps an eye on them. Some of these folks were guards and others prisoners, and he doesn't want fighting in the group. Getting everyone back safely might not be easy (or so he says).

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Tuesday December 12th, 2023 8:18:52 AM
Mundhildur watches.
Cyrion looks over the alchemy lab. Cytillish seems to be the main component, the glowing fungus, but there’s a standard set of other things you might find in an alchemy lab.
Zeoll cares for the prisoners.
Asimov tries to figure out if any of the prisoners are ones they were specifically asked to rescue.
Elron worries about guards and prisoners fighting.

None of the prisoners are either the healer they originally came here for nor the guard captain, whom is the brother the party was asked to find. The terrible experiences they’ve suffered seems to have drained any bad feelings between guards and prisoners from them - they lean on each other and lend helping hands across the guard/prisoner divide, all stumbling forward towards freedom and the sun. There’s a great sigh of relief as they see the day and soon many of them are on the ground sleeping the sleep of the truly emotionally and physically drained.

One of the prisoners indicates the northwest cave, saying that everyone was kept there until being dragged to this cage to be prepped for experiments.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday December 12th, 2023 12:54:01 PM
Cyrion will call over Asimov, "Is there anyway we could use the Cytillish to create antidotes so these people could regain their lost memories, or in case of future attacks?"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Tuesday December 12th, 2023 1:45:25 PM

"Just feed it to them until they have no more problems," Mundhi suggests to Cyrion. She says this with a straight face.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Tuesday December 12th, 2023 9:38:30 PM

"Wherre is this norrthwest cave? Have we been therre? If therre is a chance that other prrisonerrs rremain to be found, let us look for them beforre we leave!"

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Tuesday December 12th, 2023 10:14:54 PM
Elron asks, "How many of you were there in th' colony?" and counts the number left.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday December 13th, 2023 12:11:44 AM
Asimov asks, "So what do we do with the freed prisoners while we storm the NW cave?"

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Wednesday December 13th, 2023 6:47:18 AM
Cyrion wants to know if they can make an antidote.
Mundhildur suggests they feed them more of it until they have no more problems
Zeoll asks about what caves they have and have not explored.
Elron gets a headcount.
Asimov wonders what to do with the survivors/freed prisoners while they search the cave.

The Twins volunteer to guard the rescued prisoners while the rest of the party explores. Standard care vs poison, such as remove poison or heal checks, can help the survivors, though some lost memories can only be recovered with powerful magic the party doesn’t have.

The party has explored every cave but the north and northwest ones.

Heading back into the cave the party finds a 40 foot tunnel that leads towards a larger cave in the northwest. I’ll give the party a chance to decide approach before describing them enting the cave at the end.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Wednesday December 13th, 2023 7:45:23 PM

"So, one of you twins can't come with us?" Mundhildur asks.

Whatever the response, she shrugs her shoulders, and heads out for the next destination when the rest of the group does.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Wednesday December 13th, 2023 9:50:54 PM

Zeoll casts longstrider on himself for some extra speed.

As the party heads toward the cave, he also reads a scroll of Good Hope. Everybody gets a +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls for the next 11 minutes!

===== ===== =====
What has Zeoll used up so far today?
Spells:
1 - Produce Flame x2, Longstrider (3 of 7+1)
2 - Bull Str, CMWx4, Tongues (6 of 6+1)
3 - Confusion, Invisibility, Sculpt Sound, Calm Emo, CMW (5 of 5+1)
4 - Leg Lore, Spike Stones, CMW, SNA IV (domain) (3 of 3+1)
ALSO 4 rounds bard perform, 1 Fey Summons, Cloak Web, scroll Haste, Good Hope

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday December 13th, 2023 10:25:28 PM
Elron starts to tell a joke appropriate to their situation, but forgets the punch line.

He's ready to check things out.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday December 13th, 2023 11:51:16 PM
Asimov says, "Won't we need the twins help in rescuing the rest of the camp? I've used most of my devices."

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Thursday December 14th, 2023 8:30:42 AM
Mundhildur asks the twins about separating.
Zeoll buffs everyone.
Elron starts a joke but forgets the punchline.
Asimov is worried about remaining resources and needing the Twin’s help.

The party head into the cave. Several wide pits dominate this cavern. Long stalactites covered in glowing blue fungus hang from the ceiling high above. More of the blue fungus grows in patches on the walls, casting a blue glow throughout the cavern but doing little to illuminate it.

A wooden ladder lies on the ground near the closest pit. A rack near the ladder holds a collection of long poles tipped with cruel-looking hooks and blades.

Map in header is updated. Each pit is about 15 feet deep.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+19=35 ; d20+19=27 ;
Thursday December 14th, 2023 8:28:58 PM
(OOC: Ignore second click)

Perception: 35

Asimov takes a look around trying to determine just what is in each pit.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Perception: d20+13=19 ; Survival: d20+11=21 ;
Thursday December 14th, 2023 8:45:11 PM
Cyrion will also check out the pits. He's assuming there are some kind of critters at the bottom based on the implements hanging on the walls.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Thursday December 14th, 2023 8:48:46 PM

Mundhildur walks over to one of the pits, and asks, "Anyone in this hole?" If there is no answer soon, she will spit down to see if she can hear the spit hitting anything below.

However, if there is someone down there. and not invisible, the giantess can see. If she sees someone, she will ask, "Want to come out? Or are you comfy where you are?"

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Thursday December 14th, 2023 10:20:06 PM
"What's say we go down the ladder an' have a look." Even Elron, though, doesn't move the ladder before looking in each pit.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map d20=11 ;
Friday December 15th, 2023 8:30:36 AM
Asimov takes a good look around.
Cyrion looks over the pits.
Mundhildur asks if anyone is in the holes.
Elron suggests they go down the ladder.

The nearest pit just contains a variety of equipment. However all of the other pits contain prisoners. Diary and exhausted, they huggle together in small groups of 2-3 per pit with the glowing fungus coating the walls.

Asimov, while looking around, has the good fortune to look up. So he’s able to warn the party when he sees the warden, a massive, grey-skinned, and lanky behemoth crawling down from the ceiling towards the party with murder in it’s eyes.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84 d20+9=14 ; d20+9=17 ;
Friday December 15th, 2023 12:02:48 PM

Mundhildur looks up. She throws two rocks at the descending monster, but misses.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Sunday December 17th, 2023 8:39:12 PM
Asimov has Irony cloak him in armor and takes to the skies.

He plans to use his fire eater capsule which is his last more powerful device against the warden.

0th: light projector, magic detector, poison detector, corrosive pistol, freeze ray
1st: wrist rockets-x, door detector, medihaler light x 2, parachute x2, grease ray
2nd: medihaler medium x2 - weird science - x, flamethrower x 2 - weird science, fire eater capsule
3rd, jetpack, accelerator device, blastbomb-x, electomagetic charge emitter - x, medihaler serious
4th: greater cloaking device-x, medihaler critical, electromagnetic spheres - x

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Monday December 18th, 2023 7:45:50 AM
(Will post tomorrow once more people have taken actions)

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+23=35 ;
Monday December 18th, 2023 9:43:08 PM
Elron's going to need to wait until the warden is down near floor level before he can attack. In the meanwhile, he'll try to use his ring to blend into the background and be very still.

(I've no reason to think Elron can hide while being observed. But stealth = 35 if something happens to distract the creature.)

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday December 18th, 2023 10:00:27 PM
Zeoll reads his second scroll of Haste.

Everybody gains the benefit of Haste and Good Hope!

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84 d20+9=19 ; 6d6+8=27 ; 6d6+8=34 ;
Tuesday December 19th, 2023 12:57:58 AM

Just in case the 17 Mundhildur rolled earlier hit the warden, then damage is 27.

Due to Zeoll's haste, she has one more attack. Should have added the +1 to attack, so AC 20 is struck, for 34 hp of damage.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map d20=16 ; d20=19 ; d20=4 ; d20=14 ; d6=6 ; d6=4 ; d6=1 ;
Tuesday December 19th, 2023 8:20:02 AM
Mundhildur hurls rocks at the thing but misses it.
Asimov takes to the air and makes plans.
Elron hides.
Zeoll hastes.
Mundhildur gets another rock via haste but that too misses.

The Gug descends to the ground. A bunch of people didn’t add themselves to the map so it’s just going to go for Mundhildur. Each of it’s arms splits at the elbow to form two hands and it claws at her with all four, hitting thrice for 32 damage.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Acid spit: 5d6=15 ;
Tuesday December 19th, 2023 5:40:02 PM
OOC: I don't think the site likes me lately ... i posted here early Monday morning with my action ... but it never showed up, sad panda

IC: Cyrion, noticing the, well, big ugly grey thing, draws in some air and then spews a ball of acid at it

[Exhalation of the Black Dragon - no save unless it is also psionic - spending 9 power points]

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Tuesday December 19th, 2023 6:11:05 PM
Damage„1¤7?

Sorry, the spit did 15 points of damage

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh 4d6=16 ;
Tuesday December 19th, 2023 9:31:21 PM
Asimov flies to within 15 feet of the Gug and downs the firebreathing capsule letting out a gout of flame at it.

18 fire damage to Gug, Reflex DC 16 for half

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d20+19=26 ; d4=3 ; d6=2 ; d20+9=24 ; d4=3 ;
Tuesday December 19th, 2023 10:00:26 PM
With the creature on the ground, Elron can walk up and whap it.

He rages as he does so.

Single attack, as he has to move. Hits AC 26 for (3 + 2 + 1 + 2 =) 8 points of damage (mix of weapon and electrical).

His spirit wisps hit AC 24 (prior to any bonuses for haste or good hope) for 3 negative energy damage.

Raging

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+9=14 ; d6+7=13 ;
Tuesday December 19th, 2023 10:40:03 PM
Zeoll casts Produce Flame and throws a little ball of fire at the Gug.

"Rrememberr, everrybody has the benefit of Haste and Good Hope!"

Zeoll's fire: touch AC14 for 13 fire damage.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 52/84 d20+18=28 ; d20+18=34 ; d20+18=38 ; d20+18=34 ; d20+18=33 ; 3d6+7=23 ; 3d6+7=18 ; 3d6+7=15 ; 6d6+14=38 ;
Wednesday December 20th, 2023 2:48:22 AM

The tall woman with now loosely braided hair gives back as good as she has gotten. She repeatedly slams into the fierce monster, returning cruelty for cruelty.
AC 28 Dam 23
AC 34 Dam 18
AC 38 (nat20 confirmed at AC34) Dam 38
AC 33 Dam 15
Total 94

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map d20=15 ;
Wednesday December 20th, 2023 7:55:52 AM
Cyrion had his post eaten by an internet dragon. He spits acid at the enemy.
Asimov follows through with his plan of flamethrower.
Elron rushes forward to attack.
Zeoll throws fire at the monster.
Mundhildur slams the enemy back.

The parties combined attacks slam into the creature from all sides until it collapses, leaving a slightly on fire corpse. The prisoners in the nearest pit give a ragged cheer.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 52/84
Wednesday December 20th, 2023 3:33:48 PM

Munhildur picks up the rocks she used earlier. She tries to wipe some of the blood off of her, but mainly manages to smear it on her dress. She licks the blood off her fingers, smacking her lips at the taste.

She looks down into one of the pits, seeing the weakly rejoicing prisoners. She sits down with her back to the wall, and takes out a bit of food for herself to eat, and water to drink.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday December 20th, 2023 4:58:58 PM
Cyrion looks up at the ceiling for more holes or enemies. "If we release these prisoners, how do we plan on getting them out of here. They all look emaciated."

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday December 20th, 2023 9:58:02 PM
Elron takes a moment to catch his breath. Then he starts moving the ladder to the nearest pit with people in it. "They'll need food an' water for sure, but they'll be worse off if we leave 'em."

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday December 20th, 2023 10:46:36 PM
If the coast is clear and there is no more danger Asimov lands and has Irony revert from being armor to being his mechanical minion.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Thursday December 21st, 2023 7:28:41 AM
Mundhildur tries to clean off one of her rocks and then ignores the prisoners.
Cyrion looks at the ceiling for holes and enemies and finds none.
Elron posits they’ll need food and water and be bad off if not rescued.
Asimov reverts from armored form.

There is a ladder that can be moved from hole to hole. It looks sturdy enough to hold even the Gug. Attempted to climb down by hand would be foolhardy, as you’d get the fungus all over yourself and probably forget what you’re doing partway down. A rope faces similar problems. Fortunately it’s only a 15 foot climb so a slight majority of the prisoners should be able to cimb out, but some will need to be carried.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Thursday December 21st, 2023 12:07:32 PM
Cyrion will look at the rope and then to Mundhildur, "Think you and I together can drop the rope and pull them up without hitting the fungus, probably one by one?"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 52/84
Thursday December 21st, 2023 2:17:42 PM

Taking a bite from a carrot, she chews it a moment, then answers Cyrion. "Yeah, I suppose." She tosses the rest of the carrot down one of the pits, stands up. She takes some hemp rope out of her bag. "Maybe you can tie a loop or something." She hands the rope to the woody man for him to figure it out.

When he is ready, she will help to pull people out.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Thursday December 21st, 2023 11:49:37 PM
As Irony is a construct he should be immune to the fungus so Asimov orders his mechanical minion to fly down and start helping those who can't help themselves up.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Friday December 22nd, 2023 12:06:30 AM
Zeoll offers rope and help down, staying clear of the fungus.

He helps prisoners out of the pits, and offers a ride if someone cannot walk.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Friday December 22nd, 2023 10:23:44 AM
Elron is less trustful of the fungus, and sticks to using the ladder. He helps those who can't climb themselves up the ladder using his rope of climbing to prevent mishaps.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 52/84
Tuesday January 2nd, 2024 3:24:42 PM

It might be noted by some that at the moment, Mundhildur does not seem as skillful with nor as knowledgeable about rope usage as normal. Rather sloppy with them, actually.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Monday January 8th, 2024 5:41:31 AM
Cyrion thinks maybe with Mundhildur’s help they can use the rope as well as the ladder.
Mundhildur is willing but less skilled than usual.
Irony is immune and also able to help.
Zeoll is able to give rides.
Elron trusts not the fungus and just uses the ladder.

The party is able to get everyone out of the pits. Exhausted, tired, and somewhat poisoned, the prisoners are nonetheless able to express their gratitude. One of them, in a ragged white dress, matches the description of the healer they were sent to rescue. She’s a short, plump elf of grey hair and seems to have gotten some of the worst treatment out of the prisoners, barely coherent enough to move with the group. By the party’s headcount they’ve found everyone missing except for the captain of the prison.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Monday January 8th, 2024 5:10:52 PM
Elron estimates how well these folks can move, and from that how long it would take to get back to the colony.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d20+15=26 ;
Monday January 8th, 2024 9:28:21 PM
Asimov looks for the brother of the woman who first informed them of this location in the first place.

(Perception: 26

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+23=36 ;
Monday January 8th, 2024 9:49:41 PM

"We should make camp until these people are rready to trravel."

Zeoll dishes out some cures and stands watch while the former prisoners rest.

He'll gently inquire if anyone knows of the fate of the prison captain.

Diplomacy 36

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 52/84
Tuesday January 9th, 2024 3:23:15 AM

Mundhildur takes out some food from her bag. She sets it down on a blanket. Tubers, vegetables, some fruit, wheat, oats, cheese, salted meats, bread, seasonings, a few dozen eggs, pickled items. There are a few water skins. A wineskin. Casks of wine, mead, and ale. Five pounds of honeycomb. She also sets down two traveling teapots, and a coffee pot. There is also coffee, black tea, and green tea.

She lays it all out on two woolen blankets. She says, "Someone figure out what to do with the food. I'm going to sleep for a while." She does not offer to help further, but takes a bedroll, and finds a corner as far away from everyone in the same area as she can, and goes to sleep.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Tuesday January 9th, 2024 9:32:56 AM
Elron tries to figure out how long it’ll take for people to recover and get back to the colony.
Asimov looks for the brother they were asked to look for.
Zeoll treats the prisoner’s injuries/poisoning as best he can and asks about the captain.
Mundhildur gets stuff out for the others to use and wanders off to take a nap.

The guard captain and the brother they were asked to search for are the same person. The survivors tell of how the Derro dominated his mind as soon as the attack started and he was always at the leader’s side as his pet mind slave. The party is pretty sure the leader of the Derro was the sorcerer in the group that ambushed them, and there’s only one direction left to look for the missing captain.

The prisoners are not fit for extended travel, but they seem well enough to get to the surface to join the other freed prisoners so they’ll all be safe as a large group. The Twins continue to stand guard over everyone to ensure their safety. It’ll probably take a day or two for everyone to be well enough to make the rough trip back to the colony.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Tuesday January 9th, 2024 3:34:40 PM
"Should we go look forr the Captain while the Twins watch overr the prrisonerrs?"

Zeoll is on board with this plan if everybody else is. But looking around the walking wounded group -- heroes as well as former prisoners -- he also suggests that we go in the morning, after some healing and rest.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Tuesday January 9th, 2024 8:47:34 PM
Asimov says, "I agree with you Zeoll. Let's do the suggested plan but rest if we can first. I'm mostly out of prepared devices, though I have some ones that can heal if anyone needs it."

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map d100=22 ;
Wednesday January 10th, 2024 5:35:43 AM
Zeoll suggests they rest then pursue the captain while the Twins watch over the freed prisoners.
Asimov agrees

The party gets some rest and recovers their spells and tools. They head back into the cave but find signs of activity. A large group of some sort seems to have taken everything of value remaining in the cave network and are nowhere to be seen. Probably the surviving Derro escaping to parts unknown in the underdark.

They find the captain standing completely still staring at a wall. It seems with the death of the Derro leader they had no way to command him and left him, unmoving and unable to react to anything around him until given a command by a dead man or the spell is broken.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday January 10th, 2024 10:32:18 AM
Cyrion offers to "help this man back to the camp. Perhaps their healer can break the spell once she has had time to pray and regain her strength."

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday January 10th, 2024 4:16:22 PM
Elron figures they're going to have to carry the captain, what with him being unresponsive. He does try to lead the man by the hand first, but tries to pick him up if it doesn't work.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Wednesday January 10th, 2024 5:22:52 PM
Zeoll lends a hand to bring the fellow to safety.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 52/84
Wednesday January 10th, 2024 5:35:09 PM

Mundhildur sighs. "Fine. I'll take a turn to carry the shaken leaf as well."

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday January 10th, 2024 9:07:54 PM
Asimov says, "I can prepare a detoxify capsule if you think it might help the captain."

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Thursday January 11th, 2024 7:29:42 AM
Cyrion offers to help the man back to camp.
Elron is ready to lead the man by the hand but will carry him if needed.
Zeoll helps out
As does Mundhildur
Asimov can prepare a detoxifier.

The man resists being moved, but weakly. He must have been standing there for hours, on closer inspection he’s trembling and barely standing, but he mutters, ”Master said to look at wall” and tries to go back, though it’s really easy to outmatch his feeble resistance.

Once back the rest of the prisoners are starting to look better. They had a nice long rest along with the party and are ready to move. The healer is starting to look more alert, though she’s clearly suffering from poisoning still and is mostly just following the group.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Thursday January 11th, 2024 4:58:51 PM
Elron thinks it would be good if they could cure the captain and probably the healer, so the one could walk and the other could help everyone.

Elron could break off a piece of wall and hang that in front of the captain, but it's sure to mess up his footing or otherwise cause problems.

Elron's ready to scout ahead of the group if need be. Just to look out for trouble on the way.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 52/84
Thursday January 11th, 2024 10:10:42 PM
As she takes her turn carrying the captain, getting a little far away from her companions (a little ahead, or behind, or off to the side) For the DM: Highlight to display spoiler: {the tall woman whispers over and over to the captain, "Look at the wall. Look away from the wall. Look at the wall."}

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Thursday January 11th, 2024 10:12:08 PM
Asimov prepares 2 detoxify capsules since the healer woman might need one too. He then gives the first to the guard captain.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Friday January 12th, 2024 6:52:19 AM
Elrontries to chip away part of the wall so the captain can stare at the piece of wall. He’s ready to scout ahead as well.
Mundhildur takes her turn carrying the captain.
Asimov prepares detoxifying capsules.

Surprisingly the wall piece thing works. Once the piece of wall he was staring at is chipped away and handed to him he stops struggling and carries it staring all the while. He still needs to be carried out but at least he isn’t trying to run back to the wall he was told to watch.

There’s a lot of walking wounded, but this was the area the group was mining so there are carts and things that the worst cases can be loaded on to while making the trip back. Nothing attacks the party on the way to the colony/prison - such a large group, even with injured, seems to deter any local predators.

The detoxifying doesn’t help the captain. It seems due to how swiftly he was controlled the Derro never poisoned him, seeking to keep him in peak fighting form. The healer though immediately starts looking much better. It’s a long trip back with so many injured and is closing in on night time again by the time the party arrives. Hopefully by morning the healer will be better, and it might be good for the party to send a report in.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d8=2 ;
Saturday January 13th, 2024 10:54:50 AM

"Elrron, that was superr cleverr! Well done."

Zeoll looks for Bill as he travels with the group, expecting him to return to the place they parted, or to the camp. When found, Bill is sent off with a new update for the ship captain, with the good news that rowboats or other transport will be needed on the morrow.

[OOC: Rolling a hit die to level up ... 2!]

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 52/84
Sunday January 14th, 2024 2:54:00 PM

The giant in her short form helps to load folks onto the carts.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Sunday January 14th, 2024 6:51:12 PM
As the party embarks on the journey back to the colony, Elron takes on his role as the group's scout with a determined gleam in his eye. His keen senses and years of experience suit him to the role. With a wide-brimmed hat casting a shadow over his sharp rooster features, Elron leads the way. His eyes, sharp and watchful, scan the horizon as he scouts ahead. Occasionally, he crouches low to the ground, examining the tracks and traces there. A subtle nod or a gesture communicates vital information to his companions trailing behind. When the path ahead splits, Elron surveys the options, considering the safety and efficiency of each route before guiding the group with a confident point.

In the dense woods, Elron's hand signals come alive. His eyes narrow as he detects the distant rustle of leaves. With a series of subtle gestures, he conveys the potential threat, leading the group to take a detour.

During the journey, Elron's crowing laughter echoes through the woods, breaking the tension and boosting morale. His folksy tales and humorous anecdotes become a source of camaraderie among the weary travelers. Yet, when the situation demands it, his demeanor shifts to one of unwavering focus, ensuring the safety and success of the party.

(At least to hear him tell it.)

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 52/84
Sunday January 14th, 2024 11:22:24 PM

[OOC: I wish to 'like' SteveM's post for Elron -Kim]

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Sunday January 14th, 2024 11:34:05 PM
Asimov says, "Maybe the healer can fix the guard captain when she recovers?"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 52/84
Monday January 15th, 2024 12:46:09 PM
One of Mundhildur's braids has unraveled, but she does not seem to care, or even notice. She is starting to look a bit unkempt.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Monday January 15th, 2024 1:14:43 PM
(I have Covid. Between that, Dm changes, and char leveling I think I'm just going to pause this game for a week or two while I get better)

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Monday January 15th, 2024 3:55:34 PM

(Oh, bummer, Mitch! So sorry to hear that. I've been there before. If you would like, and given a couple of days to get up to speed on the material, I'd be willing to take over DMing for you now, as well as run the next module. -Kim)

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Monday January 15th, 2024 7:27:21 PM
Do get better.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday January 15th, 2024 8:31:17 PM
(OOC: get well soon)

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday January 15th, 2024 10:29:59 PM
I've been sick too. No worries. I'll work on getting us a new module. I need Kim or Jon to step up and volunteer to sit in the chair.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Tuesday January 16th, 2024 12:31:08 AM

Cayzle - I'm stepping up.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday January 16th, 2024 5:10:23 PM
How do the pre-made modules work? Do we amend them for the specific group/game, or are they good to go as written?

No sickness here, but we got several inches of snow followed by an ice storm, that was 3 days ago and there are still places that are like sheets of glass ... we're supposed to have another bout of storms coming through in the next few hours. I actually got sent home, as we closed our office ... something that hasn't been done in a couple of years. I now work for the County Mental health Crisis Team

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Tuesday January 16th, 2024 9:58:32 PM

We take an existing (published or Woldian) module, file off the serial numbers, and just go with it.

If it is long, we divide it into scenes and give the incoming DM just their portion of the module.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday January 17th, 2024 4:58:56 PM
Cool

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Friday January 19th, 2024 6:53:47 PM
Elron worries about how folks will pass the time as the head to the colony, and fills it with a tale -- Well now, lemme spin y'all a yarn 'bout ol' Buff Orpington's escapade in Plateau City. Picture this:

Buff, son o’ a merchant, out with th’ caravan for th’ first time in ‘is life, goes t’ New Elenna – he's takin' in them grand Serenbeth Vineyards, wanderin' through th’ Rainbow Palace like a lost puppy, an’ glidin' down th’ Brinkwater in a boat. Now, this fella, he's got a hankerin' for some high-falutin' Elfin cuisine, so he picks out th’ swankiest restaurant he can afford.

There's Buff, perched at th’ bar, ready for a feast, when a real pretty bartender drops a note in front o’ him. Now, Buff's no Elf scholar, couldn't decipher them fancy scribbles. He gets a seat, asks th’ waiter t’ make sense o’ that there note, an’ boom! Before ya know it, he's gettin' th’ boot from that snazzy eatery.

Poor ol' Buff finds hisself curb-side, wonderin' what in – I say, what in tarnation jus’ happened. Along comes th’ town watch, wonderin’ what’s goin’ on. Buff explains how he’s been seein’ th’ sights an’ wanted a nice dinner when he gets this note – which he can’t read – an’ how th’ waiter tossed him out after readin’ th’ note.

Hhmmmm… said th’ watchman, You better let me see this note. So Buff gave th’ note t’ th’ watchman, an’ wouldn't ya know it, he gets slapped with th’ cuffs!

Buff was brought before th’ magistrate, so he protests. Well, bless my soul, your honor, I reckon there's been some kinda mistake. I ain't done no wrong, an’ I'm mighty confused 'bout why I find myself standin' before ya. You see, I embarked on this dream trip t’ your city o’ lights. Admired th’ Serenbeth Vineyards, sauntered through th’ Rainbow Palace like a gentleman meanderin' through a summer garden, an’ even took a leisurely boat ride down th’ Brinkwater.

Now, sir, a man like me, he gets a hankerin' for some fancy grub. So, I picked out th’ finest eatery I could afford. There I was, waiting' for my table at th’ bar, when a vision o’ loveliness, th’ barkeep, dropped a note right in front o’ me. Trouble is, it was in that fancy Elfin language, an’ I'll be honest with ya, I can't make head nor tail o’ it.

Seated at my table, I kindly asked th’ waiter if he could unravel th’ mystery within that note. But wouldn't ya know it, after readin' that scribble, he had me booted out o’ th’ establishment faster than a jackrabbit in a footrace.

Now, picture this, your honor – I'm sittin' on th’ curb outside that fine eatery, ponderin' life's twists, when along comes a watchman. I showed him that confoundin' note, an’ next thing I know, he slaps th’ bracelets on me an’ says I'm under arrest. Now, ain't that a head-scratcher?

Th’ judge, he takes one gander at that note an’ orders Buff kicked out o’ New Elenna, just like that.

Buff's hurried t’ Edenmoor (they got way's of hurryin' real good in New Elenna, ya know), where he’s gotta take a diff’rent caravan back home, miffed 'cause he had days left on his trip. He's chattin' with an elf in the group, spillin' th’ beans about his misfortune. Th’ elf, curious as a cat, asks t’ lay eyes on th’ note. Buff hands it over, an’ th’ elf hollers for a guard. Next thing ya know, th’ merchants are tossin' Buff out like yesterday's leftovers.

Lucky for Buff, there’s a flatboat headin’ up th’ river from Edenmoor t’ Troll. It's slow, but it's safe. Well, sir, naturally, Buff found hisself standin' before th’ captain, who was keen on knowin' how in tarnation Buff ended up on his ship. Buff, bein’ a straightforward kind o’ feller, started spillin' th’ beans. Captain, my tale begins with what I thought would be my dream trip t’ Plateau City. I laid eyes on them Serenbeth Vineyards, strolled through th’ Rainbow Palace like I was promenadin' through a summer garden, an’ took a leisurely boat ride down th’ Brinkwater.

Now, a man with a hankerin' for some fancy vittles like me, I picked out th’ swankiest eatery I could scrape up enough coin for. There I was, perchin' at th’ bar, awaitin' my table, when a vision o’ loveliness, th’ barkeep, dropped a note right in front o’ me. Now, this note, sir, it was scribbled in that fancy Elf language, an’ truth be told, I can't make heads nor tails o’ it.

Seated at my table, I kindly asked th’ waiter if he could unravel th’ mystery within that note. But wouldn't ya know it, after readin' that scribble, he had me booted out o’ th’ establishment faster than a jackrabbit in a footrace. Now, there I was, sittin' on th’ curb outside that fine eatery, ponderin' life's twists, when along comes a watchman. I showed him that confoundin' note, an’ next thing I know, he slaps th’ bracelets on me an’ says I'm under arrest. Now, ain't that a head-scratcher?

Good gracious! exclaimed th’ captain, That sure must be one peculiar note. You really oughta let me take a gander at it; I speak elf, you know.

But Buff, he ain't one t’ hit his head against th' wall more'n half a dozen times. No, sir, he replied, I reckon it ain't a good idea for me t’ show it t’ nobody else. Disappointment lingered, but Buff, as stubborn as a mule, held firm that no one was layin' eyes on that note. Found hisself a bunk on that cargo ship for th’ week-long journey. Now, bein' a man o’ work ethic, even though no one asked him t’, Buff decided t’ lend a hand. He pitched in helpin' prep food, servin', an’ tidyin' up th’ mess hall. Folks agreed that havin’ Buff stirrin' th’ coffee pot was th’ best decision they made. Shoot, they even offered him a permanent spot on th’ ship.

Now, folks keep pesterin’ Buff 'bout that note, but he keeps it locked up tighter’n’a bullfrog's croak. Near th’ end o’ th’ trip, he shows it t’ th’ captain, an’ what do ya know, splash! Overboard!

He was close enough at this point that he could walk home t’ Trader’s Corner in a week or so. After gettin’ home an’ cleanin’ hisself up, Buff vis'ted his girlfriend.

Buff! She cried You didn’t return with your caravan, I made so many inquiries, they had no idea what had happened, folks thought you might be dead!

Buff took a deep breath an’ began explainin’. As you know I went off on what I thought would be my dream adventure. I saw th’ Serenbeth Vineyards Tower, toured th’ Rainbow Palace an’ took a boat ride down th’ Brinkwater. I definitely wanted t’ have some haute elven cuisine, so I picked out th’ nicest restaurant I could afford. I was waitin’ for my table at th’ bar when a rather unattractive bartender dropped a note in front o’ me. It was elvish, which I can’t read. When I was seated, I asked my waiter if he could tell me what it said. Th’ waiter said o’ course, but upon readin’ it, th’ waiter had me forcibly removed from th’ restaurant. Then I was sittin’ on th’ curb outside th’ restaurant when a watchman came by, an’ after I let him see th’ note he put me under arrest. I was subsequently brought before a judge, an’ when he saw th’ note, he ordered me t’ be exiled from New Elenna. An’ I still couldn’t believe it when th’ other caravan found out what th’ note said an' I was thrown out. I wouldn’t have survived except I had th’ luck t’ find on a passin’ boat. I did not want t’ show them th’ note, you understand, but for a week they badgered me t’ see it, an’ I still had no idea what it said, so I eventually let them see it. Inevitably once they saw it, they threw me overboard. I still have th’ damn note--th’ paper is very good quality--an’ th’ mystery is killin’ me.

Buff’s girlfriend had some doubts about this story, but instead o’ directly callin’ Buff out about it, she offered My uncle speaks elvin, we could ask him what it says.

So th’ two o’ them met an’ headed over t’ th’ uncle’s house. Buff told his story t’ th’ uncle--which we will omit here in th’ interest o’ time--an’ checked that there was no weapons in th’ house before handin’ over th’ note.

Th’ uncle said, I can translate this for you, just let me get my readin’ glasses. Th’ uncle put th’ note down on th’ table an’ went t’ get his glasses. Just then a gust o’ wind came through an’ blew th’ note out th’ window, an’ it was never t’ be seen again.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Sunday January 21st, 2024 7:02:23 PM

"Buff's girlfriend should kill him and eat him," Mundhildur says. She laughs, almost like a villain might laugh. Her face twists up for a moment, then she calms down. "I'm hungry."

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Sunday January 21st, 2024 9:11:18 PM
(OOC: The problem with filing the serial numbers off a module is if it is used in a crime it is hard to trace the module but I mean I think there is an acid treatment that can be used to recover some of the filed off serial numbers)

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday January 22nd, 2024 6:06:32 PM
I got a module from Jerry. Filing off the serial numbers as we speak.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Monday January 22nd, 2024 8:05:00 PM
Elron tells a shaggy dog story.
Mundhildur says something odd.

The party load up, along with the some of the survivors and the first rescue party sent. Lady Femu still looks tired, but she seems to have recovered from the Derro poisoning and is ready to head back with the group.

Back on the mainland, in the small town that supports the operation on the island, the party meet up with the Grand Vizier Jothindalil, the ancient elf who prefers to just be called Jordan or Joth. He’s the person they’ve been reporting to and it’s only been a week since they last saw him even though it feels like it’s been over a year.

He invites the party, Lady Femu, and the survivors of her group to join him and there’s a really nice spread of food to greet the returning heroes. ”I’ve been getting your reports, very well written, but I’d appreciate a verbal recap of everything that happened just to ensure I haven’t missed any details.” he requests after the group is done eating.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+23=43 ;
Monday January 22nd, 2024 9:53:49 PM
Silver-tongue Zeoll is happy to recount the adventure, pointing out Elron's cleverness, Mundhi's bravery, Cyrion's amazing psychic powers, Asimov's techno-wizardry, and the Twins' invaluable support.

In a spare moment, Zeoll approaches Lady Femu the healer and explains that the core reason we came to this land was to meet her and beg her help curing a little girl in a small kingdom to the west.

"She's just the sweetest little thing, but she has been fighting a wasting illness for a long time. I hope you will consent to visit."

Diplomacy to help her attitude: 43 (nat 20, woot!)

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday January 22nd, 2024 11:18:39 PM
Cyrion will add his two coppers when needed. He'll eat and drink enough to be polite.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday January 22nd, 2024 11:28:09 PM
Asimov throws in whatever technical details are necessary regarding the Derro architecture, tactics, technology and poison

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Tuesday January 23rd, 2024 6:54:11 AM

"We fought the derro and their shiny centipedes and rescued the people," is all that Mundhildur says.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map d20=14 ;
Tuesday January 23rd, 2024 7:48:12 PM
Zeoll gives a detailed accounting. Afterwards he approaches the healer about the reason the party came.
Cyrion adds his 2 coppers.
Asimov adds technical detail.
Mundhildur adds a straightforward comment.

Jordan nods along thoughtfully as the party expounds on their adventure, asking the occasional insightful question and generally taking everything in. Lady Femu and her companions also give a report of the time they spent on the island. It seems they investigated the colony much as the party had, finding some of the same signs, but had been ambushed in the night after discussing how to further the investigation. Lady Femmu had been asleep for it and those standing guard hadn’t known anything was wrong until they suddenly found themselves confused, forgetful, and easy prey.

”They must have guessed I was a skilled caster and healer from my effects, for they kept me heavily sedated the entire time we were imprisoned” Lady Femmu says regretfully.

After the meal plans Zeoll approaches the healer with his request. ”I will consider it. While I am always happy to help I have been gone from the province too long and must confirm there has been no resurgence of the plague I came here to fight. I will not abandon a province of people in need for a single girl.”

So it seems the healer, the rest of her group, and Jordan will be returning to Countess Hatred. The party presumably has no reason not to join the group heading back to possibly get rewarded by Countess Hatred for the job they’ve done and to follow up with Lady Femmu after she’s met with the

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Tuesday January 23rd, 2024 8:36:49 PM

Mundhildur seems to be looking at different people, spending time taking in what they look like. She does not pay much mind to the smaller or weaker people. More time on the stronger folks. She had gotten to know the captain moderately well as she carried him back to the fort.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Tuesday January 23rd, 2024 9:52:19 PM
Asimov says, "I'll be happy to be off this island."

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Tuesday January 23rd, 2024 10:12:06 PM

Zeoll does not push it with the healer. He is happy to reunite with Bill the Eagle. He asks the captain when we will be back in the Lady's area.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Tuesday January 23rd, 2024 11:25:03 PM
Cyrion doesn't mind seeing Mi'Lady Hatred again, he found her rather fetching

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday January 24th, 2024 6:34:39 PM
Elron is still going over the events from their arrival at the colony in his head, figuring out how to best summarize them. There's an awful lot there, and no real punch line, neither. Because of this, he's a bit distracted on the journey back to Cheliax.* When he does remember a detail, he makes sure to tell Jordan.

Elron also takes time to make sure Lady Femmu knows that they respect her decisions even though little Dani is a very special girl. But, if Lady Femmu should decide that she can't leave to help Dani, Elron has a few questions for her to give him the best chance of being of some help. . .

"Do you have any idea what's causin' Dani's sickness? . . . Are there any treatments or remedies that you recommend? . . . Is there anythin' we should be doin' to keep her from gettin' sicker? . . . Is there anyone else who might help her? We've heard you're somethin' special. . . What should we be tellin' you to help you tell us what we need to know? . . . Would these here gems you folks are minin' help? . . . What advice can you offer for ongoin' care? Are there specific routines or practices we should be followin' to promote recov'ry? . . . If'n we have Bill carry messages back an' forth, could you tell th' local healers what to do? . . . Is recov'ry goin' t' take a long time, an' does that change what we need t' be doin;?"

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* Assuming they're headed to Cheliax. At least that's a place Elron remembers having been, it's where the Angry Chicken is.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Wednesday January 24th, 2024 7:56:18 PM
Mundhildur looks over people in an odd way.
Asimov says he’ll be happy to be off the island.
Zeoll doesn’t push things.
Cyrion doesn’t mind meeting the countess again as he found her rather fetching.
Elron is trying to figure out how to best summarize events into a story and has lots of questions in case the healer can’t return with the party.

(Apologies it seems my Monday post wasn’t clear, possibly because I seem to have accidentally skipped over some stuff after my week long break - I thought the party had already been back to the colony for a post when they hadn’t.)
*Back in time to yesterday

The party and the exhausted survivors make it back to the colony. There’s some confusion as the difference between guard and prisoner has somewhat fallen by the wayside in their shared captivity and no one really wants to go back to back breaking forced labor after their ordeal nor do the guards want to make them.

For now things seem to settle on “let’s all recover and figure it out later”. Medical supplies are dug into, letters written to loved ones, and the cells are opened up and beds dragged into a communal sleeping arrangement.

Whatever spell the Captain was under seems to finally wear off. He falls into an exhausted sleep and in the morning writes a letter to his sister and a report for the Countess.

*back to current timeline

After everyone agrees the nice royal carriage the carried the party to their adventure is prepared and takes the party back towards the Countess’s manor. In the initial trip I believe the party left in the morning and arrived in the evening, so they stop in the same pleasant town they ate in previously in order to get a good nights rest. The rooms are nicely furnished and private, with each person to their own room and a single entry and window each.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday January 24th, 2024 9:25:08 PM
In the morning, Cyrion will make sure his "body" is clean, and what parts can be, are shiny.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday January 24th, 2024 9:39:17 PM
Asimov enjoys his accommodations, eating his fill and bathing. He also takes the opportunity to polish Irony.

(OOC: What level are we now? I have Asimov at level 11)

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Wednesday January 24th, 2024 10:20:09 PM
Zeoll uses prestidigitation to tidy himself up and any of his friends, too.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 84/84
Wednesday January 24th, 2024 10:28:15 PM

If Zeoll offers her the prestidigitation to clean up, Mundhildur accepts that without comment or thanks.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Thursday January 25th, 2024 7:44:51 PM
Elron would ask more questions, but he's short on symptom-related puns.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Thursday January 25th, 2024 7:59:58 PM
Cyrion makes sure to clean himself in the morning.
Asimov enjoys the accommodations.
Zeoll has magic cleaning.
Mundhildur has few comments.
Elron is short on puns (shocking!)

It’s a quiet night and people quickly fall asleep. It’s past midnight when something usual happens. Mundhildur’s window, left open slightly when she went to bed, is suddenly lit up with an active magic rune. A pair of figures emerge from the shadows and look at it grimly. ”It is as I feared then.” ”Best we caught it early though. Only two needed to die.”

Drawing blades, then slash at something trapped in the rune, something invisible to the eye, and it’s alien screams awaken everyone in the inn.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Thursday January 25th, 2024 9:44:40 PM
Zeoll wakes up and stands up.

"Who goes therre!?" he shouts

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Thursday January 25th, 2024 10:27:24 PM
OOC: Could Irony have seen into Munhildur's window as Asimov was asleep? If the construct could have seen the light it may have reacted as it takes watch as Asimov is sleeping.)

Asimov has Irony form armor around him and the pair fly after the assault in progress.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Thursday January 25th, 2024 11:35:17 PM
Cyrion, who was resting near the fireplace, stands up and draws Carver, bellowing out, "What in the nine hells was that!"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 0/99
Friday January 26th, 2024 2:00:33 AM

Mundhildur's body lies still. There may be a spot of blood at the corner of her mouth.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Friday January 26th, 2024 6:02:08 PM
Having no need to equip, Elron immediately rushes to where he thinks the sounds were coming from.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map d4=3 ; d4=3 ;
Saturday January 27th, 2024 7:36:18 AM
Zeoll wakes up and shouts who goes there.
Asimov rushes over to help (it depends on which side of the building he was standing guard in and which window it happened at. Rolling to determine randomly… and they match! He was right there next to it)
Cyrion draws his blade and bellows.
Mundhildur is still.
Elron rushes out.

Various people arrive to witness events. The figures turn to the approaching party and it’s Jordan and Lady Femmu! They’re wearing dark cloaks and looking grim. ”I’m afraid we have terrible news.” Jordan says before using his staff to push away the bushes at the bottom of the window.

There, lying dead on the earth, is a strange creature. It almost looks like a human brain but with four clawed limbs and strange tendrils that look almost like small tails coming from one side. Several deep cuts gush blood from the fresh corpse.

Jordan speaks, ”Your description of that survivor you found, Daris I think was his name, sparked memories. We had an intellect devourer problem once a few centuries ago, monstrous creatures that take over people in the night and you’re description of events tickled my memory of those events.”

Lady Femmu picks up the tale. ”He consulted me. We couldn’t be sure, but I’ve researched the beasts in the past. They have to change hosts every 5 days, and that would be tonight by what you told us of your adventures. I’m no good at combat magic, but ritual magic is a specialty so I set up wards at the windows to hold anything trying to climb in or out of them and we ensure the doors were secure so the creature couldn’t go out that way.”

Jordan looks very tired. ”It seems our fears were well founded. This came out of Mundhildur’s window. It’s likely she’s been dead since you rested in Daris’s presence, this monster puppeting her corpse.”

”I think I can bring her back.” Lady Femmu is quick to assure the group. ”It will take a powerful resurrection spell, but it is just within my capabilities.”

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+37=41 ;
Saturday January 27th, 2024 11:59:06 AM

Zeoll finds this all amazing! He listens carefully and tries to discern the truth of the situation, just because it is so unbelievable.

Sense Motive with a +8 hero point spend: 41

If this is true, then certainly, a raise would be a very welcome boon.

"Thank you," is all he says, if he senses this all to be reality.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 0/99
Sunday January 28th, 2024 2:25:39 PM

A faint sense of decay lies about Mundhildur's body

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Sunday January 28th, 2024 10:57:45 PM
Asimov says, "Yes let's bring back Mundhildur with all haste."

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Monday January 29th, 2024 7:03:21 AM

Zeoll can detect no lies, and indeed the party finds Mundhildur dead with the same injuries Daris had when he passed mysteriously in the night.
Asimov is ready to bring her back with all haste.

Now that the thing is out of her Mundhildur’s body looks and smells like one that has been rotting for a week. The healer spends some time preparing things and then starts the ritual to raise her. A minute later her body is rejuvenated and she opens her eyes.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday January 29th, 2024 10:21:04 AM
Cyrion looks on almost in wonder as Mund's body changes from deceased to awake. "Creatures that eat brains and control the host, that is creepy. No wonder Darid didn't seem happy that I am the one who followed him."

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday January 29th, 2024 10:02:47 PM
Cyrion looks on almost in wonder as Mund's body changes from deceased to awake. "Creatures that eat brains and control the host, that is creepy. No wonder Darid didn't seem happy that I am the one who followed him."

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday January 29th, 2024 10:03:32 PM
"Lady Femmu, we arre deeply in yourr debt. If you have any need of a serrvice frrom me, you have but to call."

Zeoll hugs Mundhi and fills her in on what has been going on.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Monday January 29th, 2024 10:53:14 PM
Elron is flummoxed and on the verge of kerfluffled.

In fact, Elron rages and turns the remnants of the clawed brain-thing into paste, his spirit wisps nipping at anyone who tries to stop him.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday January 29th, 2024 11:26:47 PM
Asimov asks, "Is there any tests we can use to detect these brain things in the future?"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 0/99
Tuesday January 30th, 2024 2:17:38 AM

As she awakens, Mundhildur takes in several sharp breaths. She does not immediately open her eyes, but listens to the voices of her friends.

Her eyes open as Cyrion speaks. "Daris. Daris followed you. I spoke with Daris - the real one, not the one we met and I came close to killing. Should have killed him. The real Daris would have been fine with that, because it wasn't him - it was the brain eater. It ate the insides of our heads!

"Why didn't you listen to me? I told you he was off. Didn't you think it was weird the way he led us to that bridge over the big dropoff? Then it got me in the middle of the night. Couldn't you tell it wasn't me anymore in my body? I followed you around as the - thing - pretended to be me. Poorly! Didn't you notice the shifty eyes? *I* don't have shifty eyes - do I?" Then she looks uncertain. "Do my eyes shift like that? Oh, that thing was evil - and you were just walking along with it happy as squirrels with fresh acorns!" She shudders, and her initially clear eyes are beginning to well with tears. "I begged you. I beseeched you. I tried getting you to hear me, but you were deaf to my entreaties."

She sobs for a few moments. "I... I followed you until you left the cavern. I gave up hope. Daris - he was a nice man. He said we should ride the Woldsblood, and go to our next place. He said it would probably be fine." She hesitates. "He said... something else. I cannot remember." Her eyes have a faraway look. "It is fading. I could remember everything. The derro, the light centipedes - I will say this. That thing didn't do everything well, but he could fight." A deep intake of breath, and a long exhale. In a smaller voice she continues, "The poor prisoners..." her voice fades.

She lifts her knees. She rubs her eyes, then wipes her face with the back of her sleeve. Mundhildur sits up at the edge of the bed, and again brushes her face with the palms of her hand, pushing back her now disheveled auburn hair. She looks around and smiles at her friends, and at Lady Femmu. "Thank you for calling me back, good woman. I was not ready to ride the Woldsblood. Thank you."

"So, I gather you all asked for help once you got me back here. You finally figured out it wasn't really me, right? Oh, you are smarter than I was beginning to think. And here, I am granted the gift to breathe the Wold's air again, and the first thing I do is complain! My mother would scold me for such, she would scold me hard. And make me scrub the stone floors on my hands and knees! Ah, forgive me for sounding ungrateful. My heart is welling up with gratitude." Her voice is getting back its musicality.

She stands and reciprocates Zeoll's hug, and touches or embraces each member of the group she has been traveling with, leaning down to kiss Elron's now brain-and-blood spattered head. "You brave and noble rooster man, I love your stories."

"Now, do we not have a young girl in need of help? Have we the means to do so yet?" As she awaits an answer, she reaches into her bag that someone thoughtfully left next to her bed, and pulls out a brush. She runs it through her hair, working through the tangles. "Well, don't everyone just speak at once," she laughs.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Tuesday January 30th, 2024 8:21:31 AM
Cyrion looks on in almost wonder and comments on Dari’s actions.
Zeoll tells Lady Femmu they are in her debt and hugs Mundhildur.
Elron is flummoxed and destroys the corpse in a rage.
Asimov asks about tests that can be done.
Mundhildur talks about her experience being dead as the memories fade. She scolds the party, but then changes her tune to gratitude and hugs everyone.

Although the reunion is a happy one it is in fact still the middle of the night and people barely got any sleep. Jordan reassures the civilians that the noise was nothing to worry about, the adventurers took care of things and people start to go back to bed.

Come morning it’s time to finish the journey to the manor. It’s a pleasant day and the ride promises to be an easy one.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Tuesday January 30th, 2024 9:30:14 PM
The next morning Asimov presses the question regarding intellect devourers with their resident healer.

"Is there any way to detect if someone is under the control of an intellect devourer should we come across another such possessed person in the future."

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Tuesday January 30th, 2024 11:27:05 PM
"Well, Mundhildur, our best chance at helpin' Dani is the same healer who brought you back. But we gotta see how bad things are in these parts 'fore she decides whether she'll go." Elron is subdued, almost apologetic as he explains. And undoubtedly has oversimplified things. He ponders asking Lady Femmu more questions, but does not do so that day.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 0/99
Wednesday January 31st, 2024 6:47:26 AM

Mundhildur says, "I think I want that thing cleaned out before I go to sleep. Actually, I'm not tired." She asks if there is a place she can sit down and write for a spell. She will need to get paper or parchment and ink from someone else. She wants to write what she can remember before it fades away entirely.

At breakfast she is really ready to eat. She does so as politely as she is able for feeling famished. She will want to catch up with what happened after the group left the caves.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Wednesday January 31st, 2024 8:23:43 AM
Asimov asks about detection in the future.
Elron says that the healer is the best chance to help Dani, but she has to follow up here first.
Mundhildur stays up and writes.

Mundhildur is shown to another room where she can write in peace for the night. The trip back to Manor Hatred is uneventful, and questions are answered along the way. ”Sadly the best detection is the wound they leave behind when they exit a host. That’s what tipped me off, I saw many like it and when you described Daris’s death it set off alarm bells.” Lady Femmu explains.

After about a half-day of leisurely travel the party arrives at the manor. They are told to wait a short time while the lady is informed of your arrival and finishes what she is currently doing.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday January 31st, 2024 6:33:39 PM
Elron, perched on the wagon seat with a wide-brimmed hat casting a shadow over his eyes*, begins to spin a yarn for his fellow travelers. He wants Lady Femmu to help Dani, so he's going to make sure she's entertained. He starts in a lively tone:

"Well now, y'all ever hear th’ tale o’ Old Doc McAllister an’ th’ Midnight Cure? Gather 'round, 'cause this one's a doozy!

Back in th’ days when folks relied more on prayers than potions, there was this healer – Doc McAllister, they called him. Now, Doc McAllister war’n't your ordinary healer; he had a knack for concocting remedies that could mend bones quicker than a hummin'bird's heartbeat.

One moonlit night, our good Doc got word o’ a peculiar ailment sweeping through a distant village. Th’ kind what made folks glow in th’ dark, mind you. Now, he had this trusty steed, Thunderhoof, a horse with a coat as black as th’ night itself. They say Thunderhoof could outrun th’ wind when he wanted to.
So, off they go, racing through th’ moonlit meadows an’ shadowy woods. Doc McAllister had a vial o’ his special elixir clinking in his pocket. Legend had it, this potion could cure anything from a snake bite to a broken heart.

As they reached th’ village, everyone was glowing like fireflies in a summer night. Th’ folks were in a downright panic, but our Doc, calm as a cat in a sunbeam, strolled into town like he owned th’ place. He set up shop in th’ village square, an’ one by one, he cured those glowing souls. With a sip o’ th’ elixir, poof! Th’ glow was gone, vanished like dew in th’ morning sun. Th’ villagers were so grateful each an' every one of 'em named their firstborns after th’ good Doc, even th’ ones without kids!”

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* He used to use his hat of disguise for such effects; we'll pretend the chameleon ring also works for storytelling.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday January 31st, 2024 9:10:15 PM
Asimov says in clarification, "So what you are saying is we need to be careful of rando's we pick up in dungeons and then watch them like a hawk for any wounds that develop when the intellect devourer leaves them?"

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 0/99
Thursday February 1st, 2024 12:27:36 AM

Mundhildur says as they ride along. "That thing was evil. How about someone with the ability checks for evil from time to time, just to make sure they haven't been taken over?" As they travel further, she adds, "Maybe we should recruit for a cleric."

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Thursday February 1st, 2024 8:27:52 AM
Elron tells a doctor story.
Asimov asks for clarification on intellect devourers.
Mundhildur suggests detect evil as a catch all detection method.

Jordan nods at Mundhildur’s suggestion. ”Generally they are evil and if they are infesting people you haven’t met you can just deal with them like anyone else evil. It’s when people start mysteriously passing in the night, with those wounds, and other people start acting strangely, that you should become alert. They can only get vague impressions of their host’s pasts which is another big sign.”

Elron’s stories keep the group entertained as they travel and then as they wait. Once again they are lead through a manor bustling with activity, scribes and bureaucrats working on various projects or traveling the halls towards various meetings. Lady Hatred meets them in the same room as before, an audience hall cut off from the sunlight, draped with banners of demonic battles, lit by purple flames and guarded by armored succubi.

Lady Hatred herself seems eager to meet the party. Instead of cooly leaning back in her chair she’s sitting forward eagerly as they approach to the proper distance. ”Jordan sent me word of your success. Tell me everything.” she demands.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Know-Psionics Check: d20+10=28 ;
Thursday February 1st, 2024 10:05:03 AM
Cyrion returns the hug from Mund, adding, "You are right, we should have noticed something. The prisoners and situation I think is what kept us from connecting the dots."

During the trip Cyrion seems to be sleep walking ... whomever is closest to him hears him muttering to himself about the intellect devourer and his psionic abilities.

OOC: Cyrion is trying to remember any other tell tale signs about these creatures, as they are an imminent threat to those with psionics ...

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Thursday February 1st, 2024 10:53:16 PM
Tell me everything is an interesting challenge for Elron, who has been known to become a tad long-winded. He relates the details of their adventure as he remembers them (probably encouraged to skip over some of it), managing to be correct in the broad strokes.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Friday February 2nd, 2024 12:40:51 AM
Asimov says, "So if Honor were here she could just detect evil on said rando and we'd know they might be an intellect devourer. I'm trying to prevent the intellect devourer from getting to the point where it causes a party member to act strangely because then they are dead and we need high level resurrection magic to bring them back."

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 0/99
Friday February 2nd, 2024 4:12:37 AM

Mundhi nods at Asimov's comment. "I miss having Honor with us." [Am assuming this comment was not during interview with Lady Hatred.]

During that interview, however, Mundhildur states her full name, then tells of the examination of the fort / prison camp, gives many details as to whom and what was discovered and uncovered there, then moves on to the journey through the jungle, the attack by the blue-skinned Derro, and the dark attack which caused her to lose recent memories. After receiving help from friends to recover from that, she goes over the entrance into the caves, the encounters, and what they learned about the Derro, as well as the poor captives from the camp, and their conditions.

She describes the cytillipedes, and how the Derro would ride them mounted. Her part of the story devolves around Daris, her strong suspicions about him, his odd behavior, how lasciviously he looked at her during the night watch, and how going to sleep was her last act before she died.

The Jotun woman describes meeting the real Daris on the other side of death, and how different he was from the intellect devourer that had taken him over. How she was aware of much that her friends were doing, and her frustration at their block-headedness, not realizing her body had simply become a hand puppet for that evil monster. "He didn't even know how to use ropes! - Idiot! And he threw half-eaten carrots down on the heads of the poor prisoners who were kept in the pits!" And then her gratitude for being brought back to life. "I truly love my block-headed friends, Lady Hatred." She then suggests that Zeoll might be the best one to recount their story.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Friday February 2nd, 2024 10:19:11 AM
Cyrion adds whatever bits and pieces he knows, that might have been overlooked. When it came to the Intellect Devourers, his comment is, "They are crafty and sneaky creatures. They like to target brains of those who hold power, mages, clerics, even psionicists. Those folks, provide more flavor to the meal the Devourers get. None of us caught on that Mund was a host for one, mainly do to what we had been experiencing, the battles, saving the prisoners, the oppressiveness of the region. We were told that these creatures had been an issue in the past, I'd send folks out who know how to track them to make sure they aren't around in strength."

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Friday February 2nd, 2024 6:23:12 PM
Zeoll shivers in disgust. "Well, let us be glad therre was only one."

Therre was only one, rright?"

The taur looks around at his friends.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Friday February 2nd, 2024 9:25:26 PM
Cyrion adds whatever bits and pieces he knows, that might have been overlooked. When it came to the Intellect Devourers, his comment is, "They are crafty and sneaky creatures. They like to target brains of those who hold power, mages, clerics, even psionicists. Those folks, provide more flavor to the meal the Devourers get. None of us caught on that Mund was a host for one, mainly do to what we had been experiencing, the battles, saving the prisoners, the oppressiveness of the region. We were told that these creatures had been an issue in the past, I'd send folks out who know how to track them to make sure they aren't around in strength."

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Saturday February 3rd, 2024 3:26:29 AM
Cyrion thinks they should have noticed and is reviewing his memories of their time on the island.
Elron tells everything, possibly in too much detail.
Asimov muses about stopping devourers before they eat a party member.
Mundhildur adds her own details including about her time being dead.
Cyrion adds his own details and comments on the dangers of devourers.
Zeoll is glad there was only one. There was only one right?

Countess Hatred hangs on the party’s every word. In that moment she’s no longer the aloof, powerful noble, she’s more like a kid living vicariously through grand tales she cannot participate in. Zeoll’s question after the story is over brings her back to herself and she scoots back in her chair and visibility restrains herself.

”Have no worries, none other than you have left the island and Jordan sent a pigeon back to the village with instructions. We’ll ensure no further infestation of Intellect Devourers remain.

You have my gratitude adventurers. You have solved the mystery and saved our prison colony. You shall be rewarded handsomely for your efforts.”

Lady Femmu clears her throat. ”Speaking of rewards, this group has asked me to come with them to help with a child’s sickness. While I would like to reward them for saving me and join them, I need to know that the plague has not resurged in my absence.”

The Countess nods and the pair have a conversation about the plague the party heard about, the efforts to contain and cure it, and the current state of the area. It seems things are going well and there have been no signs of a resurgence.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Sunday February 4th, 2024 12:44:14 PM
Asimov says, "I'm talking about beyond your island. It seems like these intellect devourers could exist in other parts than here and I'd hate to not have learned from our encounter with this one. Maybe we try to find a magic item that can detect evil and next time we pick up a random person in a dungeon we use that item on them and if they come up as evil we set a watch on them as they sleep to make sure an intellect devourer isn't going to emerge."

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 0/99
Monday February 5th, 2024 6:26:47 AM

"Countess Hatred, based upon your name alone, I was not certain we could trust you," Mundhildur Karadottir tells the noblewoman. "I think I was wrong about that. May you rule wisely - as I think you have, and believe you shall."

"Lady Femmu, you will fall in love with little Danielle."

"Asimov - what a clever idea! If we have such an item, that is, to detect evil, then *I* would like to be the person who carries it."

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Monday February 5th, 2024 7:29:19 AM
Asimov is concerned about brain eating monsters.
Mundhildur states she misjudged the Countess, that Lady Feemu will love the kid, and that Asimov’s idea is clever.

Lady Femu listens to Asimov’s comments sympathetically. ”It is understandable with your recent experiences that you’d be paranoid about them, but Intellect Devours are incredibly rare. You’ll likely never run across another in your lifetime and there are far more evil things in the world than they, many far more dangerous. If you can secure evil detecting magic then a general caution around anything that registers as evil is the best defense. You don’t want to be so paranoid about possible devourers that you let other forms of evil catch you by surprise.”

Countess Hatred gets a little smile at Mundhildur’s comment but doesn’t address it directly. ”Unless there is something other important issue that we haven’t discuss this audience is over. I have many things to attend to and as fascinating as your story has been the burdens of leadership never end. I wish you luck in your future adventures.”

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus Diplomacy roll?: d20+8=10 ;
Monday February 5th, 2024 2:17:54 PM
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm

Looking somewhat abashed, Cyrion will approach the Countess. "I wonder if I might be so bold as to invite you to dinner. I haven't met anyone like you before, and would like to get to know you better. Especially if we are to stay close to your lands. I admit, those who held power where I came from we not kind to those under them. That is not what I have seen here. You do care about your people and what happens within it."

(ugh)

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday February 5th, 2024 5:18:26 PM
OOC: Dumb question, his WBL is around 32,000gp ... is that bad?

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Monday February 5th, 2024 8:11:23 PM
“Know what you mean, Cyrion. A pretty girl makes my heart go flippity flop.”

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday February 5th, 2024 9:42:42 PM
(OOC: Are we 12th level now?)

Asimov says, "Right...unless we have a dinner to plan I guess we should be moving on at some point."

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday February 5th, 2024 10:05:26 PM

Zeoll bows to both ladies and is grateful for their kind words, and says so.

"We arre grrateful to have been of serrvice," he says.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Tuesday February 6th, 2024 7:06:07 AM
Cyrion steps forward and asks for a date?
Elron understands Cyrion’s impulse.
Asimov guesses the party should be moving on soon.
Zeoll bows to the ladies at their kind words.

Countess Hatred seems utterly flummoxed by the question, freezing up and staring at the warforged, while Lady Femmu and Jordan seem highly amused. The Demon guards glower balefully, and you get the feeling Cyrion just broke all kinds of protocol, but not in a way that gives the demons an excuse to attack.

”Oh, um, well, I guess, um, well I really do have an important meeting to go to, but maybe later tonight? I’ll send Jordan for you?”

After Cyrion responds she quickly makes an exit guards trailing her. Jordan leads the party off to the armories and treasuries so the party can claim their reward

(Yes, per the email everyone level up to 12 and put yourself at 108k total wealth)

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Tuesday February 6th, 2024 7:34:15 PM
Claim their reward? Elron looks forward to a reward. What sort of reward? He hasn't the foggiest, but he's happy to go see.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Tuesday February 6th, 2024 8:35:52 PM
Asimov picks something(s) for himself and Irony from the treasury (OOC will level up and update gear when have time)

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Tuesday February 6th, 2024 11:09:01 PM
Zeoll looks around the treasury with big eyes! So much to take in!

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Wednesday February 7th, 2024 9:40:22 AM
Countess Hatred has a surprising amount of powerful magic items in her treasuries and armories. With them the party is able to upgrade their gear however they desire, finding the perfect items for themselves.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50' d100=97 ; d100=56 ;
Wednesday February 7th, 2024 4:46:40 PM
In the treasury, the first thing Elron lays eyes on is. . . a large pearl (pearl of power, 8th level).

The treasurer confirms that it is of the appropriate value based on the orders he was given, but seems to find something funny about Elron's choice. As in, people are going to laugh at me for having this funny.

Next to the pearl on the table are a crystal ball (useless thing) and a headband (already got one). Beside the headband are some bracers. Elron takes the bracers. No one laughs at bracers.

Bracers of armor +8. . . Will detail out what on the character sheet.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday February 7th, 2024 8:34:49 PM
Asimov swims through the treasure like a fictional wealthy duck if allowed to do so

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 0/99
Thursday February 8th, 2024 3:27:02 AM

Mundhildur nudges Cyrion as they walk toward the treasury. "Did not know you had it in you, Cyrion. I'm impressed!"

She takes her time in the room, looking here and there, trying things on.

[My schedule is filled pretty close to the max for the next 5-6 days, including Sat/Sun. I may be able to do little until mid to late next week as far as treasure / leveling efforts. After that, I hope things ease off.]

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Thursday February 8th, 2024 7:30:18 AM
Elron claims a pearl and bracers
Asimov swims through the treasure like a duck.
Mundhildur is impressed by Cyrion and takes her time.

The meal goes… well? It’s lunch, not dinner, as the party arrived in the morning. There’s a nice spread, not too much, not too little, and the Countess seems kind of interested, but also really awkward. She seems to have no idea how to interact with a suiter and especially not a warforged who may or may not even have romantic designs on her.

Outside her audience hall, with the weird lighting, the near throne chair, and the intimidating guardians it quickly becomes evident that Countess Hatred is actually fairly young and not sure what to do in this entirely new situation.

Still it goes well enough and it’s obvious if Cyrion, or anyone in the party for that matter, wants to come back to visit again they’ll be well received. The rest of the party get their own private little meal courtesy of the Countess joined by Lady Femmu and Jordan, and afterwards it’s time to get going. Since the plague seems to be all over Lady Femmu leaves with the party.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle d20+29=48 ;
Thursday February 8th, 2024 9:22:23 AM

At the breakfast: Zeoll enjoys the interactions and sings a song of celebration. Perform 48

In the treasury: Zeoll is especially happy to see some gear that is perfect or him. armor, a shield, a ring, an amulet, a headband.

When it is time to leave: The old liontaur is glad to be on the road again This little nation, with its prisons and evil-seeming culture, has grated on his free spirited nature. He asks Lady Femmu if she is a native of this place, and if she can tell him amything more about it and it's seeming contradictions.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Thursday February 8th, 2024 8:45:04 PM
Asimov enjoys the meal having Irony stand silent guardian as usual.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Thursday February 8th, 2024 9:19:00 PM
"Lady Femmu, we're so glad you're coming, you're gonna love Dani, I gotta say, just hearin' 'bout your legend'ry prowess has got us more excited than a rabbit in a carrot patch! Folks talk 'bout you like you're sun on a chilly morning—bright, warm, and bringin' hope. Now, Dani here, she's got a pesky disease, and we heard tell that you're th' maestro, th' virtuoso, th' grandmaster of th' healin' arts!" Elron punctuates his words with animated gestures, his eyes sparkling with admiration. "They say you've mended broken bones quicker'n a hiccup and cured ailments that had other healers scratchin' their heads like perplexed lizards. Dani here, she's got a heart as pure as a crystal spring, and we're trustin' you to be th' beacon that guides her through this storm." Elron, with a flourish, doffs an imaginary hat in Lady Femmu's direction. "So, Lady Femmu, you're like a shootin' star in our darkest night, and we're downright honored t' have you lend your expertise. If there's a cure to be found, I reckon it's in your hands. I'm more grateful than a cow in clover."

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Friday February 9th, 2024 9:00:14 AM
Zeoll sings, upgrades gear, and is glad to be on the road again once the party leaves
Asimov enjoys the meal
Elron is pleased the healer is coming and talks a lot about Dani’s history and what he hopes will happen.

Lady Femmu responds to Elron and Zeoll, ”I am not from the area, but I have passed through it before, many generations ago. It has changed a lot, it was a fairly normal kingdom before, but a few generations demon worshipers overthrew the government and run the country. People had to either convert, flee, or play along. Countess Hatred’s parents were human children when it happened, and her grandparents were executed for not supporting the demon worship.

Thus the whole family has had to play a tricky game of protecting their people, not upsetting the evils in charge, and not falling themselves into evil or demonic ploys. My understanding is they intentionally exposed themselves to demonic energies when Hatred was in the womb to birth a Tiefling. It made the entire family safer from accusations of opposing their demonic rulers, as they could just point to their daughter’s birth as evidence of their involvement with dark powers and she looked the part of a dark ruler in a demonic kingdom.”

The party reaches the little town with the Angry Chicken Inn. This is where the sister of the guard captain asked for their help, so they might want to let her know how things turned out.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Saturday February 10th, 2024 11:51:34 AM
Asimov says, "Let's tell the woman how we rescued her brother and then stop at the angry chicken for some more of that fried chicken.'

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh d6=5 ;
Saturday February 10th, 2024 1:00:46 PM
Hp for Asimov: 5

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Saturday February 10th, 2024 2:54:24 PM
(OOC: I'm done leveling. Does anyone want to check?)

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Saturday February 10th, 2024 4:16:56 PM
The Angry Chicken. . . Elron told a joke there last time they were through, "Folks'll be expectin' anotha'. . . ". Elron thinks about this, he has a reputation to uphold here.

Th' renowned sage Scratchington -- an expert in religion -- walks into a bar... He suddenly sees stars spinning around t' form shapes, an' he feels as if he’s been struck by lightnin'. Then, while collapsed on th' ground, he sees Alemi himself staring down at him, asking, "Why did th' chicken go to th' seance?".

A day later, Scratchington wakes up in a bed t' see a healer looking at him. “Why did that happen?” Scratchington asks after explaining what he’d seen and felt.

“Oh, that’s all pretty standard for someone like you,” the healer responds.

“What do you mean, ‘someone like me’?” Scratchington asks, somewhat offended. . . The healer raises an eyebrow. “Someone who experienced head trauma from walking into an iron bar.”

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Monday February 12th, 2024 7:32:43 PM
Asimov wants some chicken and is ready to report to the sister about the captain.
Elron has a joke all prepared.

The party’s return causes a stir in the town as they made quite an impression their first time through. In fact is seems the town was so entertained by Elron last visit that they put their heads together to find or make the best joke they could in response to his.

Their chosen champion steps forward, a young lady with a mischievous grin. ”There once was a farm owned by a particularly grumpy farmer named Hagget. Near that farm lived a family of rabbits that were always trying to get at some of his prized crops as they were the most delicious plants in the area, a big part of why Hagget was so grumpy.

The eldest son of this rabbit family was named Foot. A big, strapping young buck he was both tough and fast, once fighting off a cat Hagget got to try to deal with the pests after his fine crops and evading so skillfully the farmer could never take him down with his rifle.

Now not being the most imaginative of creatures the 2nd son was simply named FootFoot. FootFoot joined Foot on one of his trips to the farm as a young kit and nearly got killed by the aforementioned cat, causing him to grow into a nervous and cautious sort. He usually avoided the farm, preferring less fine greenery over the risks the farmer brought but he’d indulge in anything Foot brought back on his escapades.

The third son, FootFootFoot, was still young at the time of our story, but he was by far the luckiest of the family. Every time he went out he’d stumble on some delicacy or noticed some predator just before it could attack and escape it. He was well loved and often invited on Foot’s escapades because of this.

One day Foot convinced FootFoot and FootFootFoot to join him on a raid on the farm. FootFoot didn’t want to go of course, but FootFootFoot assured them with his luck they’d spot every trap before they stumble into it, and Foot bragged he could beat up any cat the farmer had to defend the crop, so reluctantly FootFoot joined the others.

And indeed it went well. FootFootFoot spotted trap after trap before they stumbled into it while Foot’s mere presence made the cat slink away rather then engage the group. Slowly FootFoot began to relax, and he raided the carrots with Foot while FootFootFoot indulged in the cabbages. They were well fed and off the farm before the farmer finished tending to his morning chores.

The next day though Foot got really ill. And I mean REALLY ill. Before the family knew it he died, and everyone was upset. FootFoot was particularly freaked out, but wouldn’t say why to anyone until finally FootFootFoot got FootFoot alone and asked him if he was ok.

“Oh, FootFootFoot I’m so worried, I’m worried that Foot ate a bad carrot.”

“A bad carrot? Foot, Hagget has the finest crops in the area, he’d never had bad carrots!”

“But FootFootFoot, he’s always trying to get rid of us and he’s always getting smarter and oh gosh oh no I, I ate from the same carrot!”

“FootFoot, calm down. We can’t lose you. We’ve got one Foot in the grave already.”

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Monday February 12th, 2024 8:00:25 PM
Cyrion was caught off guard by Lady Hatred taking him up on his offer. He politely ate small amounts of food and drink. He was hoping to perhaps turn this in to something long term, as he finds her interesting and rather attractive. Following they're meal, Cyrion seems lost in thought when Mund nudges him. Looking at Mund he asks back, "Outside of eating, how does a male court a female on this world? Where I came from, there were no such options or opportunities." Joining his friends in the treasury, Cyrion finds a few items in a corner covered in dust and some small amount of debris. He finds a two handed sword which makes him whistle. Easing the blade from its scabbard, it seems to glow with an inner light, as though it recognizes Cyrion, then the light fades. Cyrion places this new sword in his sheath, and leaves Carver as a replacement. Moving around the table he finds a prism-shaped green and white stone. Lifting it from the table, it tugs itself out of Cyrion's hand, and begins spinning around his head, nearly invisible to the naked eye. In a small leather box he finds some healing potions, and adds them to his collection.

Zeoll (AC22, HP75 of 90) | Bill the Eagle (AC21, HP68 of 68) | Cayzle
Monday February 12th, 2024 10:25:01 PM
While enjoying the merriment, Zeoll seeks out the sister of the guard captain to relate to her all that has happened.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Monday February 12th, 2024 11:51:55 PM
Asimov accompanies Zeoll to visit the sister.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Tuesday February 13th, 2024 7:05:49 PM
"The Foot Clan, huh? I think I heard of 'em. Too bad Lady Femmu wasn't there to fix'm up." Elron enjoys the evening.

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Wednesday February 14th, 2024 7:48:32 AM
Cyrion is caught off guard by Hatred’s acceptance. He upgrades his gear and asks Mundhildur about courting practices in this world.
Zeoll and Asimov track down the captain’s sister.
Elron thinks he’s heard of the foot clan.

The party finds the captain’s sister and report. She’s incredibly grateful. ”I’m sure I’ll get a letter the next time a supply ship heads out there.

With all quests turned into the quest givers the party’s time in Lady Hatred’s lands has come to an end. It’s just a few day’s travel back to home and proper rest.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 66/94 | AC: 24 | DR: 2/-- | Move: 50'
Wednesday February 14th, 2024 7:49:40 PM
Elron isn't the courtly type, or he'd figure out what message to get to Master Lockridge and how to get it to him. But that's Zeoll's department, so Elron asks Zeoll what he's going to do.

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Wednesday February 14th, 2024 10:38:29 PM
Cyrion waits and practices with his new sword, putting it through his normal attack and defense postures ... all the while he is wracking his brain on something to give to Lady Hatred before he leaves.

Ironic Asimov(23/13/21; 87 HP; CMD 20) Armor (42/53 HP; Hardness 5) -- Hugh
Wednesday February 14th, 2024 11:19:37 PM
Asimov prepares to enjoy the trip back

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Thursday February 15th, 2024 7:07:53 AM
I'm going to level this weekend

Cyrion the Black HP 74/91 AC 19 or 23 CMD: 20 | DR: 4/ while has focus
Thursday February 15th, 2024 4:43:05 PM
I updated his character sheet and fixed his info bar

Know: Psionics

Autohypnosis

I added a tab with the description of his Racial and Psionic Feats

I copied and pasted Zeoll's charts for Stats and HP, and updated them

Sword - So according to WBL, he can't have any 1 item worth more than 50% of his WBL ... so with his sword, If it drops to a +3 weapon, that puts it at 50K, or at a +2 would be 32K - either way is fine with me, means I can find him someting else that might keep him and his friends alive

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map
Thursday February 15th, 2024 8:54:28 PM
I mean that seems more like a guideline then an actual rule. Putting half your wealth into damage can be nice but his AC and saves will fall behind and might go down really fast.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 0/99
Friday February 16th, 2024 1:56:18 PM

Guys - I am getting so swamped it hurts. Hope things will begin to lighten up in the near future...

Mitch - The Twins combat Tunnel Map d100=41 ; d100=31 ; d10=10 ; d10=8 ; d10=5 ;
Sunday February 18th, 2024 2:39:53 AM
I think I have successfully leveled. I probably missed something, I usually do.

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 113/113 | AC: 26 | DR: 3/-- + 5/magic | SR: 17 | Move: 60'
Sunday February 18th, 2024 9:51:09 PM
Ooc: still working on Elron's upgrade. Had a busy weekend. Might get done tonight.

Edited: Updated Elron stats for the moment, until someone finds problems with the sheet. . .

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 0/99
Monday February 19th, 2024 4:29:18 AM
Still in the swamp...

Asimov - HP 96/96 AC 18/13/16 CMD 23 & Irony HP 53/53 AC 31/13/28 Hardness 6 CMD 23 -- Hugh
Wednesday February 21st, 2024 8:34:09 PM
I'll take a look at Mitch's sheet oer the weekend

Mitch - The Twins
Saturday February 24th, 2024 11:39:41 AM
Updated Header

Mitch - The Twins HP 141/141 AC 35/18/30 CMD 37
Saturday February 24th, 2024 12:30:11 PM
Hugh and I have reviewed each other's sheets.

Asimov - HP 96/96 AC 19/14/17 CMD 24 & Irony HP 53/53 AC 31/13/28 Hardness 6 CMD 23 -- Hugh
Saturday February 24th, 2024 12:35:26 PM
I also reviewed Mitch's and he reveiwed mine and that is why my header is updated again b/c my AC / CMD changed because my math was off on my equipment and I had to hustle to free up 5k so I could buy a Dusty Rose Prism ioun stone and then my wealth was roughly where it was when I had the +4 cloak of resistance I couldn't afford

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 113/113 | AC: 26 | DR: 3/-- + 5/magic | SR: 17 | Move: 60'
Monday February 26th, 2024 7:38:26 PM
Elron pops in just long enough to say, "There was these two cows chowin' down on a hillside. One looks at th'other an' says, Hey, have you heard about this mad cow disease? Th'other cow looks at th' first an' says, Yeah, but what's that got t' do with us unicorns?"

Zeoll
Monday February 26th, 2024 9:36:31 PM
Zeoll's sheet is entirely up to date.

Getting the module ready, sorry for the delay.

Zeoll
Tuesday February 27th, 2024 9:17:38 PM
Kim, I'm sending you the first part of the module tonight. As soon as you are ready, we can begin.

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 10 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 0/99
Friday March 1st, 2024 6:15:04 AM

Friends... I hope to lay down the first post of the new module on Tuesday next week. And I hope to have Mundhildur updated soon, so as to catch up to the rest of you!

(Soon to be) DM Kim

Asimov - HP 96/96 AC 19/14/17 CMD 24 & Irony HP 53/53 AC 31/13/28 Hardness 6 CMD 23 -- Hugh
Monday March 4th, 2024 5:13:35 AM
(OOC: oooooh)

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 11 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 99/99
Tuesday March 5th, 2024 1:17:30 AM

Friends - Life has dropped quite a bit on me in the past few days, and my time is atm highly constrained. Our restart will be slightly delayed - apologies! Will mention here and in email asap when I can lay down the first posts (and know I have enough in reserve to get through the first several days).

-Kim

Mundhildur Karadottir, Jotun singing giant Lvl 11 (7'4") (Kim) AC 22 Touch 16 FF20 HP 99/99
Sunday March 17th, 2024 11:51:08 PM

I think I am going to have to bow out of DMing here for now. Apologies.

Am taking two classes (and a third starting up soon). Working part time in IT. Also doing tech things for a historical museum (moving from ancient PCs up into the Cloud, with a medievalist or two kicking and screaming, and several others cheering), and doing a variety of things for our church. And interviewing here and there.

Please forgive me for taking so long to come to this conclusion. I *have* been trying to develop the scene Cayzle so kindly gave me... and then enter a combination of interruption overload and stumbling over the process. I really appreciate good DMs. I used to DM. Too far out of practice. Lo siento much!

Zeoll
Monday March 18th, 2024 5:36:29 AM
Okay, thanks Kim. Lord knows I have been busy as hecks from time to time. Happens to all of us.

You guys want to continue? Or should we call it a day and go on hiatus?

Elron -- SteveM -- HP: 113/113 | AC: 26 | DR: 3/-- + 5/magic | SR: 17 | Move: 60'
Monday March 18th, 2024 9:28:00 PM
Good question. I am not in position to volunteer to DM at the moment.

Zeoll
Tuesday March 19th, 2024 12:15:55 AM
If we want to go forward, I can DM.

Asimov - HP 96/96 AC 19/14/17 CMD 24 & Irony HP 53/53 AC 31/13/28 Hardness 6 CMD 23 -- Hugh
Tuesday March 19th, 2024 2:50:09 AM
I vote to move forward. I probably could DM too if need be but if Cayzle has this then I'm fine letting him have the chair.

Mitch - The Twins HP 141/141 AC 35/18/30 CMD 37
Tuesday March 19th, 2024 8:52:43 AM
Same. I worry if we stop then we'll never start up again so if we have someone willing to DM then lets continue.

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