The Oasis Dan K DM Tuesday February 20th, 2024 1:43:05 PM
Hmerrin lays out a plan to get over to the cages by carpet with Yrul and maybe Gaffer circling the oasis in stealth mode. Danko can supply unlocking of cages and the captives can be ferried out on the carpet. Yrul nods and sets out. Danko agrees as well as Ramirez picks out a spot to camp with his bow. Des keeps an eye out behind the group. The thick jungle is very still and quiet. Gaffer stays in hawk form and opts to light out on a tree branch nearby. The druid knows that as an 'animal' he stands out like a sore thumb to the other' animals' of this world. Best to stay put.
Gaffer Highlight to display spoiler: {spots the pair of large crocodiles just on the far shore, partially covered in sand. Each measures nearly 25' in length and 2 more just under the surface beneath the cages, for a total of 4. Location 38-XY and 35-ZAA and Location 27-UV and Z-2425} Danko Highlight to display spoiler: {spots the pair of large crocodiles just on the far shore, partially covered in sand. Each measures nearly 25' in length. Location 38-XY and 35-ZAA}
You may adjust within your local area your position Combat round actions please
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 210/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- d20+27=43 Tuesday February 20th, 2024 5:11:06 PM
Taking a knee, Hmerrin scans the park carefully as he waits for Yrul to return. [Perception 43]
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:181/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+22=41 ; Tuesday February 20th, 2024 7:25:49 PM
As Yrul makes her way over to the cages Desdichado continues to scan the jungle area they just came from. (Perception: 41)
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+20=38 ; Tuesday February 20th, 2024 8:09:44 PM
Ramirez waits while the team puts the rescue plan into motion.
perception = 38
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
self combat reminders: +26/+21/+16, 1d8+8(2d6 holy) current buffs: +32/+27/+22, 1d8+14
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=50 ; Wednesday February 21st, 2024 1:55:07 AM
Nira hovers close to one of the trees. Hmerrin's plan is a good one and she's happy to watch it unfold.
She keeps her eyes on the skies, but also on Antwan. She's not entirely sure yet whether he can be trusted or not.
--------- Perception: 50
Starting position at S4 please
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 200/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+36=51 ; Wednesday February 21st, 2024 4:52:50 AM
Gaffer can not understand how they managed for so long without telepathy before.
He flies as quietly as he can back down to the others and shifts into his human form to warn them. Whispering, "There are two crocodiles hidden under sections of sand, and two in the water. Given where we are, I would assume they can be quite dangerous."
He'll then move back, past his original tree, to be spread out from the group. Keeping trees between himself and the clearing as he moves. Watching his back as he moves away from the others, to make sure he isn't about to get ambushed himself.
----- Starting position of N6 after warning the others. Perception: 51
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 d20+24=30 ; Wednesday February 21st, 2024 6:31:07 AM
Danko stores his Rod and takes out is cube of force... then waits.... keeping a lookout
--------- Perception 30
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:181/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20=10 ; d20=13 ; Wednesday February 21st, 2024 9:15:01 AM
Yrûl set forth. Using what shade there was she moved into the open area before starting to circumnavigate the water itself. Sneaking was fun!
(Stealth: 47. NB: has the ability to Hide In Plain Sight.
She knew however, that she couldn't let herself get distracted; so mentally encouraged Snickit and Dabz to be on their best behaviour whilst hoping that her other friends, Peabo, Callie and Aggerz would watch out for her as well. It was the least that she could do to match their vigilance.
Perception: 38
The Oasis Dan K DM d20=14 ; d20=5 ; d20=1 ; d20=3 ; d20=18 ; d20=3 ; d20=3 ; d20=7 ; d20=2 ; d20=8 ; Wednesday February 21st, 2024 1:14:38 PM
The group sets into the shadows and underbrush, straining eyes and ears about the scene before them. gaffer has returned to human form and informed the group of the 4 large crocodiles he spotted. The entire party picks them out, in the water and upon the far shore. The party also spots within the shade of the cabana, 3 leopards as well as a collection of tropical birds throughout the canopy. As skilled as Yrul is, slipping from shadow to shadow, Nira and Gaffer are able to keep track of her, she is lost to everyone else. The clearing with it's tightly cropped grass and unnatural light casts no shadows beyond 5' of the underbrush, keeping Yrul's path to the far outside.
Gaffer and Nira Highlight to display spoiler: {In the Cabana, one of the leopard (L1) lifts its head and gazes out at the main group of the party. After a few long seconds, it puts his head back down, but shifted to face more forward}
Yrul has not spotted the crocodiles or leopards. I adjusted your route slightly as there is no shadows in the clearing beyond 5' any further and you are in the bright light on the equivalent of a golfing fairway
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:181/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+22=38 ; Wednesday February 21st, 2024 7:16:26 PM
(Perception: 38)
Desdichado maintains his watch on the jungle as Yrul ventures forward.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 210/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- Wednesday February 21st, 2024 7:17:28 PM I assume leopards are regular looking animal leopards and not raks
Hmerrin continues to wait, quietly going over the plan once more for the group. "I'm going with the cages are too high for the crocs and the leopards, otherwise the people inside would be snacks and not prisoners. So the plan is me and Danko get on our carpet here, land head up and out so we're cage high by the time we hit the beach. We get the gnome and maybe more? I don't know what kind of alarm we're gonna set off.
Antwan, are all those guys gonna want to leave?"
He double checks the cages, figuring out occupancy.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Wednesday February 21st, 2024 7:35:35 PM
Danko casts a message cantrip... He then points to all the party members.
{ You are hearing my whisper. Whisper and I will hear. Whisper to me and I will relay to the others. }
---------- Messages - 160 minutes DC Perception 25 to hear messages
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Wednesday February 21st, 2024 8:13:50 PM
Ramirez watches anxiously as Hmerrin and Danko fly up to the cages. He hopes the team will be able to leave quickly once the crocs and leopards take notice.
Danko, make sure everyone knows about the animal guards
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
self combat reminders: +26/+21/+16, 1d8+8(2d6 holy) current buffs: +32/+27/+22, 1d8+14
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=51 ; Thursday February 22nd, 2024 2:07:59 AM "Watch out. Those leopards might not be able to see you, but might be able to smell you. Try not to get too close" Nira whispers. She takes out one of her scrolls of Hide from Animals - just in case.
Perception: 51
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 200/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+36=42 ; Thursday February 22nd, 2024 6:54:42 AM
It occurs to Gaffer too late that he should have given Yrul the holly berry bombs to scatter around, but he'll have to hold onto them for now.
He gives much the same reply to Danko as Nira does, adding "The plan sounds good, we'll all cover the retreat." and continues to keep an eye on the surrounding jungle.
----- Perception: 42
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:181/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20=8 ; d20=11 ; Thursday February 22nd, 2024 8:24:16 AM
Yrûl moved on, skirting the edge of the forest and relishing the excitement of the challenge. Even Snickit and Dabz were behaving. She looked at the cages. She could get to them easily enough and believed that she could open them too, but getting others out, well, that would need that flying carpet they spoke of. Still, she was getting ahead of herself: one thing at a time. She moved on and kept her senses peeled for any signs of danger.
Stealth: 45 Perception: 36
The Oasis Dan K DM Thursday February 22nd, 2024 11:23:02 AM
Des keeps an eye on the thick jungle behind the party. Hmerrin goes over the plan again, magic Carpet to the cages and back. Hoping the Crocodiles and Leopards cant get to them over 20' up. He runs some numbers. Carpet can handle 800 pounds. 4 cages with 2 adults each is 8 adults, there is going to be the need to make multiple trips. Hmerrin weighs close to 300 himself. With that in mind, the fighter figures 3 of the prisoners could get on the carpet with him Danko would need to use his own flight capabilities, which of course, he can. Antwan replies to Hmerrin, "If you can convince them they can get out of this jungle. You DO have a way home right?" Danko casts Message enabling easier and quieter conversations for the group. All PC's can whisper to each other Ramirez tenses and readies himself as Hmerrin pulls out the Carpet. Go time pretty soon. Nira whispers a warning of the leopards, might not see you, but they may smell you. gaffer readies to cover the retreat Yrul keeps moving along the outer edge.
Everything ahead of the group is still. The jungle is quiet, save for an ocassional squawk and flutter through the trees and very distant seemingly normal bird calls
Oasis DM confirming the Leopards are NOT rakshasa and nor are the crocodiles
Hmerrin needs to say get on carpet and go to move into action
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 210/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- Thursday February 22nd, 2024 6:27:35 PM
Hmerrin shrugs at Nira's comment. "Pretty much all of them will see me as soon as I start off. Big question is what will they do about it?"
He pulls the flying carpet from the bag of holding at his belt. "Time to find out."
With Danko on board, or maybe beside him, the fighter is off. Sticking to the plan he gains altitude to 20' and then pushes forward to the gnome's cage.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+20=32 ; Thursday February 22nd, 2024 8:21:18 PM
Here we go. Ramirez looks around and checks on the animals, were they guards? As Hmerrin and Danko move in.
perception = 32
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
self combat reminders: +26/+21/+16, 1d8+8(2d6 holy) current buffs: +32/+27/+22, 1d8+14
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:181/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+22=36 ; Thursday February 22nd, 2024 10:49:33 PM
(Perception: 36)
Desdichado maintains his vigil on the thick jungle behind the party.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=40 ; Friday February 23rd, 2024 3:10:24 AM "Just wondering... does anyone have any way to tell if there's an antimagic field in effect somewhere?" Her paranoia level is cranked up to 11.
Perception: 40
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 200/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+36=37 ; Friday February 23rd, 2024 5:42:33 AM "I guess flying a carpet into the area is as good a way to check as any." Gaffer grimaces. Everything in this plane is a risk, and he isn't enjoying the uncertainty.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 d20+24=28 ; Friday February 23rd, 2024 6:27:36 AM
Danko jumps on the carpet with Hmerrin.
{ Wonder if the beasts like carrots? }
---------- perception 28
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:181/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20=12 ; d20=20 ; Friday February 23rd, 2024 7:50:54 AM
Yrûl continued her stealthy progress around the oasis' perimeter. She might be the swiftest, but was sure.
Stealth: 49 Perception: 45 & a natural 20:) She's peaked!
The Oasis Rnd 1 Dan K DM Friday February 23rd, 2024 11:21:28 AM
Hmerrin pulls the flying carpet out and he and Danko step aboard. With a verbal command the carpet sails out of the jungle to a height of 20'. Ramirez keeps watch on the crocs and leopards. Des keeps watch on the jungle behind and about the group. Nira wonders aloud through a whisper, the odds of an anti-magic field being about the cages. Gaffer supposes Hmerrin and Danko will find out very soon. Yrul continues her approach and spots the lounging leopards as well as a harpy eagle that has taken an interest.
Hmerrin and Danko clear the trees and dozens of other birds take up various bird calls and chirps, fluttering in and about the canopy Both crocodiles in the pond submerge. The 2 on shore quickly spin and enter the water, slipping under the surface. The leopards all sit up, spotting the carpet they exit the cabana and split up, moving purposefully and swiftly.
Nira Highlight to display spoiler: { the sharp eyed witch notices the toucan and the pair of Harpy eagles cast spells! Greater Magic Fang}
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 210/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- Saturday February 24th, 2024 2:51:03 PM
"Seems like they got a plan," Hmerrin mumbles.
The fighter decides 20' isn't high enough. The carpet gains another 10' in height, coming in over the top of the cages.
------ Double move 10' up and 60' to U22/V23. --please confirm gnome is in orange colored cage (T29/U30)?
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:181/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+22=24 ; Sunday February 25th, 2024 3:18:46 PM
(Perception: 24)
Desdichado continues the watch on the jungle behind them. He figures he will hear the others whisper or call out if they need his attention.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=44 ; Monday February 26th, 2024 4:58:31 AM "Uh, the toucan and eagles all cast Greater Magic Fang spells" Nira alerts the group "Definitely not normal birds, so might want to take extra caution around the other animals"
She's reluctant to be the first person to make an attack.
"They've obviously seen us. Are we attempting any diplomacy or just getting ready for a fight?"
Nira casts a Spectral Hand spell just in case.
------------ Perception: 44
Standard: Cast Spectral Hand
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 200/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) Monday February 26th, 2024 5:07:26 AM
With Nira's warning given, Gaffer will peak out from behind his tree and reach out to the nearby harpy's mind to see if he can bring it other to their side.
----- Move to K6 Cast: Dominate Animal Extended on H2; Will Save DC 22
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:181/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20=15 ; d20=16 ; Monday February 26th, 2024 5:36:04 AM
Given her distance from the others Yrûl was clueless about the birds. She pressed on. It was always best if you could be somewhere the enemy didn't expect you to be. That was what Snickit said anyway. She kept her eye on the predators hoping she could do something useful to help her friends if they were attacked.
Stealth: 52. Perception: 41
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Monday February 26th, 2024 6:31:47 AM
{Between force walls and sphears and whatnots, we should be ok, We just need to get them out of the cage and onto the carpet. }
Danko casts....and his skin takes on a familiar stone like texture...
----------- Casts stoneskin on himself. 160 minutes and 160 points.
The Oasis Rnd 2 Dan K DM d20+12=30 ; d20+12=23 ; 10d6=24 ; 10d6=32 ; d20+17=22 ; d20+17=18 ; Monday February 26th, 2024 2:16:13 PM
Hmerrin adds another 10' to the height the carpet is at as he closes on the Dwarf's cage (Antwan called him a gnome, but he is fact a beardless dwarf) Des keeps his attention to the parties rear. Nira Whispers about the spell casting birds of prey the area and cats Spectral Hand Gaffer leans out and casts Dominate Animal on the Harpy eagle Yrul keeps to her plan, though with the Leopards on the move she cuts her circuit a bit short. Danko casts Stoneskin feeling pretty good with all of the spells he has to command the battlefield.
The prisoners have all also taken notice of the approaching carpet and the movement of the 'guards'
From their height on the Carpet, Danko and Hmerrin are able to see into the water and spot the 4 croocdiles. Each has taken up a spot under one of the cages.
2 of the leopards move quick and seem to effortlessly spring to the top of 2 of the cages. The Harpy Eagles take flight and send a pair of Lightning Bolts across the carpet and into Danko and Hmerrin Danko Hmerrin Reflex DC 19 Dmg 24 and 32 SR penetration 30 and 23 Thick black rubbery tentacles erupts from the ground in every direction about Des, Nira and Ramirez. The tentacles writhe and flail, but do not get a good hold against anyone
The door on the cages is on the side of the cage and closest to the center of the pool
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:181/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Monday February 26th, 2024 3:05:33 PM
Desdichado moves out of the way of the tentacles to Y:7.
(OOC: What is "T" on the map at AG:9? An enemy?)
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+24=41 ; d8+8=9 ; 2d6=8 ; Monday February 26th, 2024 5:08:18 PM
Ramirez moves away from the tentacles and then fires some arrows at harpy eagle 2. Rescuing the prisoners may have to wait until the guards are dealt with.
Actions: move to R7, attack H2 hit AC41(took minus 2 for range, adjust if needed) damage:9 (plus 8 holy)
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
self combat reminders: +26/+21/+16, 1d8+8(2d6 holy) current buffs: +32/+27/+22, 1d8+14
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 190/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- d20+18=32 ; d20+18=38 ; d20+33=38 ; d8+28=30 ; Monday February 26th, 2024 7:18:46 PM
Hmerrin avoids the brunt of the lightning bolts. "Spellcasting birds. Terrific"
Not to mention Leopards and Crocodiles. "Looks like we gotta deal with the critters," he tells Danko.
Altering course, he takes the carpet into L1 Axes fly to his hands as the carpet closes, and he
---------------- Move Carpet to R24/S25. Not sure of elevation. Hmerrin is standing on the carpet on top of the cage.
Attack L1. Power Attack. Hit ac 38 for 30 hp
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d20+31=34 ; Tuesday February 27th, 2024 1:56:03 AM
Nira ascends out of reach of the tentacles and returns fire with a Confusion spell. She aims it above the cages to hit the leopards.
"Is this normal behaviour for animals on this plane?" she asks Antwan "Can they normally cast spells?"
Standard: Defensively cast Confusion at T28 about 10ft higher than the cages so as to only catch the leopards and not those inside the cage. Concentration check: autopass. SR check: 34. L1 and L2 to make a Will Save vs DC26 or be confused.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:181/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Tuesday February 27th, 2024 4:58:54 AM
Yrûl looked at what was unfolding. She considered attacking the leopard in front of her. Snickit and Dabz were all for that, but she doubted that she'd maintain surprise, particularly with the eagle watching. Furthermore, the animals here seemed unduly capable in matters of magic; so her own would likely be ineffectual. She could however aid those held captive. Whilst it was light out in the open, the bars of the cages cast solid shadows - shadows she could use. Yrûl stepped back into the shadows of the forest and then out from one of the shadows in the cage (Possibly even that cast by the dwarf. Selecting the NE cage near the flying carpet. Yrûl is inside the cage.)
She smiled and waved cheerily at the others.
"Hello, I'm Yrûl. Hold on a moment, I'll soon have this door open." She stated confidently with a broad grin.
~~~
(OOC: Shadow Stepping takes a full round; so she'll work on the locks next turn.)
100'/320' used.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 d20+19=22 ; d20+31=39 ; Tuesday February 27th, 2024 6:35:23 AM
Danko ignores the lightning... With a smirck he says to Hemmi....
" One knock spell coming on line.... "
Danko casts knock at the cage door.
------------
Reflex 22 - evasion- no damage
Knock range 260 feet DC 39
Stoneskin message
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 200/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) 3d6=16 ; Tuesday February 27th, 2024 6:49:36 AM
Gaffer jumps as lightning bursts out from the Harpy and hurriedly starts sending it thoughts to not let that happen again, unsure if his spell is in effect.
He then turns towards the Toucan, it's the closest creature and he moves his staff to swirl the air, rapidly condensing it into a tempestuous swirl.
----- Command H2 to Attack L1 as best it can. Cast: Whirlwind; Centered on AG9; Placing it as low as possible to the ground to still encompass the Toucan; Reflex DC 29; Take 16 Damage; Second Reflex DC 29, be caught in the whirlwind; If he can direct it this round, he'll send it 60 feet towards H1.
The Oasis Rnd 3 Dan K DM d20+12=24 ; d20+12=18 ; d20+19=38 ; d20+30=38 ; d20+25=26 ; d20+30=36 ; d20+30=50 ; d20+25=33 ; d20+30=44 ; d6+9=10 ; d3+9=11 ; d3+9=11 ; d100=89 ; d20+11=23 ; d4+4=6 ; Tuesday February 27th, 2024 11:17:36 AM
Des moves out of the Tentacles spell and spies a Toucan in a tree that appears to be smiling down at him. Ramirez exitts the Black Tentacles as well and sends an arrow into one of the Harpy Eagles, clipping it. Hmerrin calls for the carpet to come in and essentially lands on the cage upon which one of the Leopards is and where the dwarf is contained. His axe whistles just high of the dodging leopard. Nira flies higher, not quite clearing the Black Tentacles and casts Confusion at the Leopards. Antwan also spins and ducks his way out of the tentacles spell. Answering Nira with a "Yes, many of them can" Yrul attempts to Shadow Step, but as she begins to cross an overwhelming precence fills her head with laughter and the she is shunted back to where she was. A cold lingering evil dances across her very soul. Danko casts Knock and the cage at his feet becomes unlocked. Gaffer uses his staff to create a powerful Whirlwind upon the Toucan's tree and, of course, the Toucan. The bird tucks into the tree, avoiding the spell.
The Leopard slides to Hmerrin left and attacks. Hmerrin Hit AC 38/26/36/50 crit Dmg 9/-/-/11+11 +2 Str + 9 Bleed Total= 40 +2 Strength damage The other cage top Leopard starts tearing at the top of the cage in order to get to the prisoners in a mad and sudden frenzy. The last Leopard makes a running jump and clears the 40' to the top of the cage, then continues with a casual leap to the next one, eyeing the pair on the carpet. the Harpy Eagle wounded by Ramirez flickers and 6 additional images appear about it. Climbing it banks to its left up over the cages. The other Harpy Eagle dives to the deck and skims across the water towards the cages. The air about Hmerrin and Danko seems to coalesce momentarily Slow spell [Hmerrin and Danko Will DC 19[/b] The Toucan takes flight and shoots out towards the water, as it moves a Web spell erupts about Gaffer and Ramirez, anchored in through the trees. Gaffer and Ramirez Reflex DC 18 or Grappled. Escape of CMB vs DC/CMD 16
The pair of prisoners in the cage with the crazy Leopard drop to the ground and are shouting at it "Stop! Stop, you crazy cat! Xytil will punish you if you kill us!" The dwarf kicks open the cage door and and with the human next to him, are eyeing the water as well as the action topside. The dwarf calls out "Going to need that carpet a bit lower!"
He resists the urge to go all out on the leopard. They are here for a different reason, and that reason seems ready to go.
The fighter takes a swing at the leopard. Then guides the carpet down and around so that it is level with the open door.
"Watch this other one," he warns Danko, nodding toward L3. ------ Attack L1, power attack hit ac 48 for 32 hp damage.
Pirouette carpet around and down to U25/V26. Same elevation as cage door, so that dwarf can walk out. Hmerrin rotates carpet so that he stays between L1 and Danko. Hmerrin will end up on U25 with Danko on V25
In Effect -2 Str
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+30=43 ; d20+25=30 ; d20+20=26 ; d8+12=20 ; d8+12=17 ; d8+12=18 ; 2d6=7 ; 2d6=6 ; 2d6=8 ; Tuesday February 27th, 2024 8:38:04 PM
Ramirez switches targets and aims at the leopard trying to attack the prisoners. He also starts a bardsong, giving the team a boost
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez
self combat reminders: +26/+21/+16, 1d8+8(2d6 holy) current buffs: +30/+25/+20, 1d8+12
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d20+10=11 ; Wednesday February 28th, 2024 5:24:20 AM
Nira ascends even higher, until she is safely out of reach of the tentacles. She tries to curse the toucan but to no avail. It's a tricky target.
"Just stay back a bit Antwan while we take care of this. You know what, if you could act as our rear spotter it would be helpful. Let us know if anything approaches"
------------ Move: Fly higher to get out of reach of the tentacles Standard: Cast Bestow Curse to be delivered by the Spectral Hand. Nat1 on the attack roll = Miss!
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 d20+20=31 ; 16d6+16=78 ; 16d6+16=51 ; 16d6+16=65 ; 16d6+16=77 ; 16d6+16=78 ; Wednesday February 28th, 2024 6:48:04 AM
Danko ignores the effects of the spell ( save 31)
" Leave Hmemmi alone Kitty cat ! "
Danko casts chain lightning.
--------------------- Save 31 Stoneskin message
Chain Lightning centered on L1 Dam 78 L2 Dam 51 L3 Dam 65 H1 Dam 77 H2 Dam 78
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:181/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Wednesday February 28th, 2024 7:46:45 AM
With no real options to be helpful at the moment, Desdichado says a short prayer asking Domi to help them remove the prisoners safely.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:181/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20=16 ; d20=9 ; Wednesday February 28th, 2024 9:44:55 AM
'What was that?' Yrul mentally asked Snickit and Dabz. Neither was forthcoming with a helpful explanation. Now she was somewhat stymied. She couldn't shadow step - well, not into the cage. Perhaps it was the cage, or more likely the realm itself. If the latter, that was most unhelpful. 'I think it's a conspiracy' She mentally conversed with her 'friends'. 'First there's no shadows at all and now there are shadows I can't use. What have cute, little Shadow Dancers done to upset the powers so?' She moved on, towards the cabana intent on trying another shadow step, but only a small one. Despite seeing the need to prove her supposition about shadow stepping, she wasn't actually that keen to try again: that voice in her head had been disturbing and most unwelcome. She really didn't want to hear it again. yet being able to shadow step made her useful; so what could she do? She crept on.
Stealth: 53 Perception: 34
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 200/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+15=22 ; Wednesday February 28th, 2024 12:33:11 PM
Gaffer lurches forward as the web coalesces around him, saving moving away before it can fully form.
Gaffer growls to himself and moves the tornado to chase 60 feet towards the Toucan, which thankfully has moved closer to the others.
Getting impatient, and still trying to avoid any spells that will draw outside attention to them, he shifts form and prepares to fly in.
----- Reflex Save: 22 Move Action: Move tornado towards the Toucan; Y16 Action: Wildshape into a Huge Air Elemental
----- Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 Base Speed, 19 Hours Whirlwind: 17/18 Rounds; Reflex DC 29
The Oasis Rnd 4 Dan K DM d20+22=26 ; d20+22=23 ; d20+22=24 ; d20+30=48 ; d20+30=48 ; d20+25=44 ; d20+30=45 ; d20+30=49 ; d6+9=12 ; d6+9=12 ; d3+9=10 ; d3+9=11 ; d20+30=33 ; d20+30=47 ; d20+25=33 ; d20+30=41 ; d6+9=14 ; d6+9=10 ; d3+9=12 ; d3+9=11 ; 10d6=36 ; 10d6=35 ; Wednesday February 28th, 2024 4:05:54 PM
Hmerrin rotates the Carpet and comes down the the dwarf and his fellow prisoner. He and Danko shift positions so that Hmerrin is between one of the leopards and Danko. Hmerrin needs a Will DC 19 previous round SLOW spell The Fighter also plants his ax into the leopard that bit him Ramirez Reflex DC 18 previous round WEB spell Fire 3 shots at the leopard on the far far side of the far cage going after the prisoners, but between the cover the cage provides and distance, he misses each time. Nira climbs higher and out of the Tentacles completely. She then attempts to strike the Toucan with the Spectral Hand, but misses. Antwan responds with a "Yes Ma'am" and drops back a little further from the battle. Danko easily shrugs off the Slow and Casts Chain Lightning at the Leopard on the dwarf cage. The harpy eagles are further than 30' from the cat and cannot be targeted. 2 of the Leopards completely Evade the stroke, but it does partially catch the big cat trying to get at the prisoners. Des says a prayer for the safety of the prisoners during the operation at hand. Yrul, a bit upset on what just happened, decides a future test is needed. She stealthily heads towards the cabana. Gaffer, avoids the Web and sends the Whirlwind after the Toucan. He then shifts into a Huge Air Elemental
The dwarf and human look out of the cage as 2 powerful big cats slash in a furry about them. the dwarf steps out, but the human balks, "You're crazy?" he yells at the dwarf. The dwarf dives to the 'ground at Danko's feet. "Fine rescue the clan has come with"
With a growl and a ferocious hiss, the Leopard strikes back at Hmerrin. Hmerrin Hit AC 48/44/45/49 Dmg 12/12/10/11 +8 Bleed Total 53
The Leopard that was atop the dwarf cage hops down AoO Hmerrin and goes after Danko in a furry Danko AC 33/33/47/41 Dmg 14/10/12/11 - your stoneskin on each hit
The other Leopard moves to the edge of his cage and hisses.
The higher Harpy Eagle drop down across the Carpet and screeches loudly. Itself and the 3 Leopards seem to become faster. (H2) The Other Harpy Eagle climbs to over 60' and sends a Lightning Bolt at Gaffer The Toucan, too climbs into the sky and send aLightning Bolt at Gaffer Gaffer Reflex DC 19 and DC 19 Dmg 36 / 35
DM corrected Carpet position as the Dwarf cage was the description of where you wanted to go
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 130/137 Wednesday February 28th, 2024 7:48:51 PM
Danko gets scratched up ... a bit... He's some glad he cast that Stoneskin spell! So happy in fact that he also casts it on Hmerrin !
------------- Stoneskin reduced the damage to 7 110/150 hp
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Casts Stoneskin on Hmerrin
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 127/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- d20+18=24 ; d20+35=55 ; d20+35=52 ; d20+30=42 ; d20+25=44 ; d20+29=45 ; d20+20=32 ; d20+34=45 ; d20+29=37 ; d8+17=23 ; d8+17=19 ; d8+17=18 ; d8+17=22 ; d8+17=21 ; d8+17=24 ; d8+17=19 ; d6+16=20 ; d10+9=18 ; Wednesday February 28th, 2024 8:40:31 PM
"Hey, we're new here," Hmerrin calls back at the dwarf. "Cut us some slack."
The leopard is becoming a problem. Time to get back to that healing staff, though Danko's stoneskin should help too.
Hmerrin directs the carpet straight out, while turning on the stowaway. "All righty then. Let's dance."
---------------- Will Save previous round: 24 Verbally direct carpet due north. Carpet moves 80' to U11/V12.
Full attack on L2. Btax 1 NAT20 crit threat hits ac 56 for 60 hp damage Btax 2 hits ac 42 for 22 hp damage Btax 3 NAT19 (ac 44) crit threat hits ac 45 for 64 hp damage Btax 4 misses (ac 32) Hdax 1 hits ac 45 for 20 hp damage Hdax 2 misses (ac 37) Rend for 18 hp damage
In Effect Stoneskin -2 Str
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+23=29 ; d20+30=44 ; d8+12=20 ; 2d6=5 ; Wednesday February 28th, 2024 10:16:46 PM
reflex save = 29
Ramirez steps out of the edge of the web spell and fires a shot at one of the eagle/harpies. Can anyone lend a hand at the cages? And don't forget there's crocs in the water.
Actions: move to S9, fire at H1, hit AC 44, damage 20(plus 5 holy) bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez
As the carpet returns, Desdichado moves up to meet it (V:10) and channels positive energy.
[b[Everyone within 30' heal 41.[/b]
--------- LoH remaining: 16/20
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d20+10=25 ; d20+31=40 ; Thursday February 29th, 2024 3:27:14 AM
Nira tries to curse the toucan once again. Her aim is a little better this time.
She is suitably impressed by Hmerrin's dance moves though.
----------- Standard: Defensively cast Bestow Curse on the Toucan to be delivered via the Spectral Hand. Concentration check autopass. SR check: 40. Hit TouchAC25. Toucan to make a Will Save vs DC27 or "Each turn, the target has a 50% chance to act normally; otherwise, it takes no action."
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:181/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Thursday February 29th, 2024 7:45:17 AM
Again Yrûl sneaked around as only a shadow dancer could. She made her way the the cabana hoping that from there she might be able to help, but the distance was still too great for the magic that she could summon - not that she expected it to work really, but at least she'd have felt useful. As it was she was left with no recourse but to try another Shadow Step. Yet how could she? The were no appreciable shadows on the flying carpet, but there was light aplenty and light meant shadows! Dreading a recurrence of the same darkly mocking voice that sent chills through her core, she tried again
Yrûl tries to shadow step onto the carpet.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 200/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+22=31 ; d20+22=26 ; d20+22=35 ; d8+10=11 ; Thursday February 29th, 2024 3:24:09 PM
Gaffer rises quickly into the air causing the Lightning to merely glance him, with his elemental body doing much to reduce the damage further.
He chases towards the culprit, intent on stopping them from getting further away.
----- Reflex Save: 31 and 26 Move Action: Fly up 60 feet, and fly forward to P18 Action: Slam attack on H1: 35 to hit; 11 Damage
----- Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 Base Speed, 19 Hours Whirlwind: 17/18 Rounds; Reflex DC 29
The Oasis Rnd 5 Dan K DM d20+30=32 ; d6+9=10 ; d20+18=32 ; d20+30=37 ; d20+30=44 ; 2d6+19=25 ; 2d6+19=24 ; d20+26=39 ; d20+26=42 ; 10d6=29 ; 10d6=35 ; 10d6=33 ; 10d6=35 ; Thursday February 29th, 2024 4:29:31 PM
Quite Happy with Stoneskin spell on himself, Danko casts one on Hmerrin. The Leopard takes advantage of the Spellcasting Distraction to Strik. Biting Danko on the Leg. The Stoneskin spell, luckily repels the attack and danko is able to complete the spell. Danko loose 10 more HP from Stoneskin...Hmerrin now has Stoneskin Hmerrin directs the Carpet out of the area and attacks the stowaway Leopard. Killing it in 6 seconds. Ramirez continues his Bard Song and fires at a Harpy Eagle striking it Des moves forward and channels the Power of Domi as healing affecting Hmerrin, Danko, Des and Ramirez...heal 41 Nira is able to connect with the Spectral Hand to deliver a Curse to the Toucan. The bird caws and angles the path of it's flight. Yrul tries to Shadow Step and once again is met with some outside force preventing her from doing so. Gaffer the air elemental, rises into the air and gives chase to the near Harpy Eagle (H1). He clips the bird as it dives and twists in defense.
The Leopard's leap from the cages to the side of the pool and quickly make there way around. Spellcraft DC 28 Highlight to display spoiler: {Hasted}
2 Crocodiles explode out of the water and rush Des. The powerful and suddenness of the attack gets past the paladins defenses and both Crocodiles grab ahold and Grapple him Des Hit AC 37 and 44 Dmg 25 and 24 Grapple 39 and 42 Success H1 and H2 bank and separate, propelled by magic and natural ability they break right and left. Each glances back at Gaffer and sends a [Lightning Bolt[/i] at him Gaffer Reflex DC 19 Dmg 29 and 35 The Toucan climbs and banks over he canopy to gain some cover and sends another Lightning Bolt at Gaffer Gaffer Reflex DC 19 Dmg 33
The dwarf grumbles in response to Hmerrin, something about his cheap gem hoarding uncle getting an ear full when he gets home.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Thursday February 29th, 2024 6:35:37 PM
Nira doesn't like Des being caught up like that, and casts a spell to help him break free. She flies a little eastwards to get further clear of the tentacles.
----------- Move: Fly to AA5. Fly check autopass Standard: Defensively cast Freedom of Movement on Des to be delivered via the Spectral Hand. Concentration check autopass
Highlight to display spoiler: {Hi DMs. Did the Toucan pass it's save vs the Curse? "if a creature's saving throw succeeds against a targeted spell, you sense that the spell has failed." Thanks!}
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 168/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- d20+15=18 ; d6=2 ; d20+39=40 ; Thursday February 29th, 2024 7:51:44 PM
Critters coming from everywhere...
"Be right back," he tells the dwarf. Hmerrin hops off the carpet, while telling it to move 25' north and hover. Hitting the ground, he stumbles, resulting in a very awkward swing at a crocodile.
Now shoulder to shoulder with Dez, he gives a little sigh. "This is going well," he deadpans.
------------------ Intentional fall off carpet to U10. Acrobatics check 18 to successfully ignore first 10' damage 2 hp non-lethal damage second 10' (DR reduces to 0) to land upright.
Carpet moves to U6/V7 and hovers.
Power attack on C1. Miss (nat 1)
In Effect inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. Stoneskin -2 Str
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+30=36 ; d20+25=32 ; d20+20=21 ; d8+12=17 ; d8+12=18 ; d8+12=17 ; 2d6=8 ; 2d6=9 ; 2d6=11 ; Thursday February 29th, 2024 11:35:43 PM
The leopards are closing in but the crocs seem to be the biggest threat. Ramirez turns and fires arrows at the one under the flying carpet.
Actions: attack croc1, hit AC 36, 32, 21, damage: 17(plus 8 holy), 18(plus 9holy), 17(plus 11 holy), bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez
self combat reminders: +26/+21/+16, 1d8+8(2d6 holy) current buffs: +30/+25/+20, 1d8+12
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 130/137 Friday March 1st, 2024 8:16:12 AM
Danko casts and tries to turn the crocodile into a squirle.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 140/208 AC: 39(T:21/FF:32) CMD:48) d20+15=21 ; d20+15=33 ; d20+15=27 ; 15d6=55 ; 3d6=8 ; Friday March 1st, 2024 11:05:52 AM
Gaffer dives and twists in the air, surprising himself as he manages to avoid the worst of all three bolts of lightning sent flying his way. The burns are starting to hurt but it's not enough to focus on yet.
While up high, he takes a moment to glance at the surroundings, checking whether the fight has already drawn the attention of the giant manta ray from earlier.
Given that lightning is already flying, he is less worried about casting spells either way, and directs the whirlwind towards the leopards while sending down waves of fire to engulf them at the same time.
----- [OOC: Oops, I rolled the wrong bonus on my reflex saves last round and this round but they all pass with the correct +18]
Reflex Save: 24, 36 and 30 Move Action: Direct the Whirlwind to P12 through R13 to catch both leopards; 8 Damage if they fail the first save, and picked up in the whirlwind if they fail a second. Cast: Flamestrike; Centered on Q13; Dexterity DC 25 for half damage; 55 Damage, Half Fire, Half Divine
----- Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 Base Speed, 19 Hours Whirlwind: 15/18 Rounds; Reflex DC 29
Well that was no help at all! Yrûl pouted and stood with her fists on her hips, still holding Snickit and Dabz. What was she supposed to do now when everyone had run the other way? She decided thatgiven the distances involved, she was best off spending her time checking out the cabana.
Perception: 43
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:229/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+37=56 ; d20+37=51 ; d12+17=21 ; d12+17=27 ; d12+17=28 ; Friday March 1st, 2024 2:44:09 PM
With the help of Freedom of Movement, Desdichado escapes from both crocodiles' grapples. He then brings his greataxe down hard on the croc at W:10.
56 vs AC (51 for confirmation) critical hit; 76 damage
----- Active Effects inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez Freedom of Movement
The Oasis Rnd 6 Dan K DM d20+16=35 ; d20+17=21 ; d20+23=38 ; d20+23=24 ; d20+23=26 ; d20+23=41 ; d20+23=34 ; 10d6=42 ; 10d6=36 ; d3=3 ; 10d6=36 ; d20+30=47 ; 2d6+19=26 ; d20+30=42 ; d20+25=26 ; d20+30=42 ; d20+25=37 ; 2d6+19=23 ; 2d6+19=26 ; 2d6+19=28 ; d20+30=41 ; d20+25=28 ; 2d6+19=30 ; Sunday March 3rd, 2024 2:05:47 PM
Nira uses her Spectral Hand to cast Freedom of Movementon Des. The Toucan made the save. Hmerrin jumps down from the Flying Carpet, lands just a bit off and misses his strike. A verbal command sends the Carpet to safer places. However in his rush he inadvertantly sends the carpet, not only into a tree, but into the Black Tentacles spell. Ramirez fires at the near Crocodile trying to take down Des. He hits with the first 2 shots solidly,. Danko casts Baleful Polymorph at the other crocodile on Des, just before the Carpet takes him into the Black tentacles The Crocodile is able to fight off the spell and Danko is able to again avoid the Black Tentacles The dwarf, likewise fends off the rubbery things and yells his displeasure at the young fighter. Gaffer Looks back towards the the last position of the great flying ray and spots it still apparently moving to the original battlefield. gaffer's best guess is the creature should be over it about now. He directs the Whirlwind through both Leopards and only one of them gets away from it. Then Quickens a Flamestrike at the leopards. Both are able to avoid the flames completely. Yrul starts to investigate the Cabana and finds a set of beautifully embroidered silk robes within a small closet along with a tooth necklace that appears to be human, dipped in gold. (2 robes worth 3500 each) Des overcomes the Grappling Crocodiles and sinks his ax deep into a crocodile
The trio of raptors send 3 more bolts of Lightning at Gaffer Gaffer Reflex DC 19 Dmg 42 36 36 A crocodile hurtles out of the water at Gaffer and attacks Gaffer make an AoO Croc attacks Hit AC 47 Dmg 26
Another croc exits the water at Des along with one of them already attacking. The other getting distracted by Hmerrin Des C2 Hit AC 42/26 Dmg C4 Hit AC 42/37 Dmg 23/- 26/28
The other Croc turns his attention to Hmerrin Hmerrin C1 Hit AC 41/28 Dmg 30
The crocs take big bites out of Desdichado and he feels himself reeling from the pain. Steeling himself, he swiftly heals and continues the attack.
42 vs AC; 26 damage 42 vs AC; 18 damage 43 vs AC; 29 damage 42 vs AC (29 - not confirmed?); 26 damage
----- Active Effects inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez Freedom of Movement LoH: 15/20 remaining
Btax1 hits ac 44 for 36 hp damage Btax2 hits ac 43 for 34 hp damage Btax3 hits ac 43 crit threat hits ac 30 for 106 hp (32 if no crit) damage Btax4 misses (ac 26) Hdax1 hits ac 39 for 31 hp damage Hdax2 hits ac 47 for 34 hp damage Rend for 13 hp damage
In Effect inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. Stoneskin 140/150 -2 Str
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Monday March 4th, 2024 1:58:53 AM
Nira can't believe how resilient and downright scary this toucan is! Back in the Wold these things were sometimes pets. Here though, wow. She makes a note not to underestimate any of the creatures on this plane.
She'd like to go on the offensive but the party are starting to get pretty beat up now. She takes out the Heal stick and calls out "Gaffer! Can you make it to me? I'll patch up those wounds. Des, hold on. I'll get to you next!"
------------ Free: Hover in place at AA5. Fly check autopass Move: Retrieve Heal Staff Standard: READY to cast Heal on Gaffer if he gets close. Gaffer will be healed for 150pts
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:181/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20=14 ; Monday March 4th, 2024 9:22:56 AM
As fascinating as the items were, they couldn't really hold her attention, not when her friends were getting mauled. Yet she was too far away to do anything! She moved quickly, but was still able to do so with stealth. Her capacity to "Hide in Plain Sight" would she hoped, aid her in traversing the distance unseen. Mostly though, she suspected that the animals would be very preoccupied in fighting with her friends.
~~~ Stealth: 51
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 39(T:21/FF:32) CMD:48) d20+18=27 ; d20+18=22 ; d20+18=31 ; d20+22=42 ; 2d6+8=16 ; d8=3 ; Monday March 4th, 2024 10:13:12 AM
Gaffer's head spins as he desperately tries to avoid the series of lightning bolts, even avoiding being hit dead on, he is still badly burnt and starting to feel shaky. Still, he has the wherewithal to slam a tempestual hand onto the crocodile's head as it bites him.
A mental sigh of relief comes with Nira's call and he rushes over to her and the healing offered and he'll cast some protection on himself once he get's there.
The tornado keeps swirling and buffeting the Leopard inside.
----- Reflex Saves: 27, 22, 31 AOO: 42; 16 Damage
Move: Fly to Q5 Action: Cast Resist Energy; Electrcity
Tornado Damage: 3
----- Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 Base Speed, 19 Hours Whirlwind: 13/19 Rounds; Reflex DC 29 Resist Energy: Electricity/30 for 3 hours
The Oasis Rnd 6 Dan K DM Monday March 4th, 2024 3:04:10 PM DM is under the weather and is going to give ample opp for the rest of the team to post and will move things forward tomorrow.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+30=50 ; d20+25=41 ; d20+20=23 ; d20+30=35 ; d8+12=20 ; d8+12=13 ; d8+12=16 ; d8+12=15 ; d8+12=13 ; 2d6=7 ; 2d6=5 ; 2d6=10 ; Monday March 4th, 2024 10:21:31 PM
Ramirez continues firing at the crocs, hoping to give the fighters some help against them
Actions: attack croc1, hit AC 50(35 on crit check), 41, 23 damage: 20(plus 28 if crit)(plus 7 holy), 13(plus 5 holy), 16(plus 10 holy), bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez
Danko incants and rays of fire fly out from Danko's outstretched hands towards the crocodiles.
------ Scorching Ray Four rays C2 or C4 if C2 is dead
Range touch attach 1 att 25 dam 14 SR 2 att 19 miss dm 0 3 att 24 dam dam 19 4 att 30 dam dm 13
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inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez
Stoneskin reduced the damage to 7 100/150 hp
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The Oasis Rnd 7 Dan K DM d20+31=32 ; d20+31=44 ; 2d6+19=25 ; d20+30=45 ; d4=1 ; d4=2 ; d20+30=38 ; d4+6=7 ; d20+25=45 ; d20+25=40 ; d20+20=40 ; d20+20=35 ; 2d6+34=39 ; 2d6+19=28 ; 2d6+19=29 ; 2d6+19=29 ; 2d6+19=22 ; Tuesday March 5th, 2024 10:30:36 AM
Des continues a savage assault, landing 3 horrific strikes. The Crocodile is a nearly done in, but not quite. Hmerrin moves the carpet out of harms way and kills one of the crocodiles. Nira takes out her staff of Healing and calls for Gaffer to come over, Ready for the Air Elementals arrival. Gaffer smacks the Crocodile as it closes and then heads to Nira for healing ad castsResist Energy Electricity Ramirez continues firing at the crocs, killing one with a single well placed shaft and putting another pair of arrows into a third. (killed C2 and wounded C4) Danko sends and strikes with multiple rays of fire into C4
A leopard and croc converge and attack Ramirez. the Leopard misses, butth croc gets a good hold on the bard. Ramirez Hit AC 32 misss Hit AC 43 Grapple 45 Dmg 25
The last crocodile attacks Des and nearly rips the paladin in half. Des Hit AC 45 cit 40 /40 crit 35 Dmg 28+29/29+22
The Toucan and one of the harpy Eagles shimmer into multiple versions of themselves
The Last Harpy Eagle swoops in from above Danko and dives. The slashing attack does little save demonstrate the speed and agility of the bird. Danko Hit AC 38 Dmg 7 all stoneskin
The Whirlwind carries the other leopard further into the jungle
L1 in Whirlwind L3 H1 5 images H2 6 images T 6 images C 3 CMD 42
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:30/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d6=5 ; d6=6 ; d6=6 ; d6=2 ; d6=6 ; d6=5 ; d6=2 ; d6=6 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; d6=6 ; d20+37=46 ; d20+32=48 ; d20+27=30 ; d20+22=27 ; d12+17=21 ; d12+17=29 ; Tuesday March 5th, 2024 1:34:27 PM
The near-deadly attack almost sends Desdichado into a swoon, but he cries out to Domi and stands resolute (DIEHARD feat).
He swiftly heals himself (LoH: 43) and hopes and prays he can down this croc.
46 vs AC; 21 damage 48 vs AC; 29 damage 30 vs AC; miss 27 vs AC; miss
----- Active Effects inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez Freedom of Movement LoH: 14/20 remaining
Yrûl continued her circuit of the oasis. She didn't see any other option.
Stealth: 40 Perception: 34
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 153/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- d20+34=53 ; d20+38=53 ; d20+29=37 ; d20+24=41 ; d20+19=28 ; d20+33=35 ; d20+28=35 ; d8+31=34 ; d8+31=36 ; d8+31=36 ; d8+31=37 ; d8+31=38 ; d6+30=31 ; d6+30=34 ; d10+9=17 ; Tuesday March 5th, 2024 7:14:22 PM
Hmerrin spits out a choice curse or three as Dez is mauled. And Ramirez is also in trouble. The fighter makes sure of the sorely wounded paladin first.
--------------- IF C4 is still alive, 5' step to V11 and full attack, power attack on C4. ELSE, 5' step to T10 and full attack, power attack on C3
Btax1 crit (ac 53) threat hits ac 53 for 106 hp damage Btax2 hits ac 37 for 37 hp damage Btax3 hits ac 41 for 38 hp damage Btax4 misses (ac 28) Hdax1 hits ac 35 for 31 hp damage Hdax2 hits ac 35 for 34 hp damage Rend (if handaxe attacks hit) for 17 hp damage
In Effect inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. Stoneskin 140/150 -2 Str
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 136/161 CMD32 d20+25=35 ; Tuesday March 5th, 2024 8:44:33 PM Uh oh
Actions: attempt to castgrease on own armor. check =35 vs DC 11(+ croc CMB), bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez
self combat reminders: +26/+21/+16, 1d8+8(2d6 holy) current buffs: +30/+25/+20, 1d8+12
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Wednesday March 6th, 2024 5:04:11 AM "Time to heal Des"
Nira flies close enough to give Des a poke with the healing staff. She doesn't like being close to the creatures, but if she doesn't, she could soon lose a friend and that's not going to happen on her watch!
------------ Move: Fly to V9, 10ft high. Fly check autopass. Standard: Defensively cast Heal on Des. Concentration check autopass. Des will be healed for 150pts
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 130/137 d20+18=37 ; d20+18=25 ; d20+18=26 ; d20+18=34 ; 4d6=18 ; 4d6=17 ; 4d6=13 ; 4d6=7 ; Wednesday March 6th, 2024 6:39:41 AM
More crocs means more scorching rays.
--------------------------------------- Scorching Ray Four rays C3 or C4 if C3 is dead
Range touch attach 1 att 37 dam 18 2 att 25 dam 17 3 att 26 dam 13 4 att 34 dam 7
inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez
Stoneskin reduced the damage to 7 93/150 hp
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 39(T:21/FF:32) CMD:48) Wednesday March 6th, 2024 7:25:23 AM
Feeling much better, Gaffer splits some attention to pull the whirlwind over towards the Toucan once again, and himself flies into the fray to provide a target besides Ramirez.
----- Action: Direct Whirlwind to H7, and up so that the top of the whirlwind reaches the top of the tree. Move: Fly to N13 and then to Q12 to avoid AOO. Fly Check Autopass.
----- Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 Base Speed, 19 Hours Whirlwind: 12/19 Rounds; Reflex DC 29 Resist Energy: Electricity/30 for 3 hours
The Oasis Rnd 8 Dan K DM d8=7 ; d20+34=39 ; d20+34=37 ; 2d6+19=27 ; 2d6+19=31 ; d20+31=44 ; d20+26=40 ; d20+31=47 ; d20+31=33 ; d20+31=46 ; d6+9=11 ; d6+9=15 ; d6+9=11 ; d3+9=12 ; d3+9=10 ; d20+26=32 ; d4+6=8 ; d20+28=35 ; d4+9=13 ; Wednesday March 6th, 2024 1:23:45 PM
Des heals swiftly and strikes at the crocodile that nearly finished him. Exacting great wounds from the creature. Yrul continues back to the main group Hmerrin finishes off the opponent, leaving just a single corcodile a leopard and those birds. Ramirez attempts to Grease his armor to allow for an escape, but cannot concentrate on the spell and it fails. Despite that, he continues his bardic insprirations. Nira flies down to touch Des with the staff. Des healed for 150pts Danko reaches out with another set of Scorching Rays, burning the Crocodile on Ramirez. Gaffer loks to bring the Whirlwind back, but all of the birds are well above the 30' tall Whirlwind. It continues to buffet the trapped Leopard, L1 I don't read anything that suggests a Whirlwind spell can leave the ground. Ruling that it cannot Gaffer can make an attack on the Crocodile
The Crocodile wrenches Ramirez to the ground, spinning at is does so. Ramirez Grapple 39 Death roll dmg 27 and prone Grapple 37 bite Dmg 31 Total Dmg 58, Prone and grappled -4 penalty to AC from Melee and -4 Dex penalty - 4 attack and no ranged weapons The Leopard eagerly strikes at the downed man. Ramirez Hit AC 44/40/47/33/46 Dmg 11/15/11/12/10 Total 59
The Toucan dives on Nira, and as it shoots past, it drags its sharp beak across her shoulder. [b]Nira Hit AC 32 Dmg 11...Gaffer gets an AoO vs AC 35 Hapry Eagle 2 dives at Nira as well, pulling up and banking to stay just above the writhing tentacles and sticky web. Nira AC 35 Dmg 13 The last Harpy Eagle swing around and clims to a higher poistion, lining up a future run at the Bloodwitch
Yrul again moved up. (Stealth: 53) She realised that she'd have to move again to get close and that meant no tender parts getting tenderised - much to Snickit and Dabz' disappointment. Instead she called forth the shadows of the forest and quickly wove them into a burning spear that lanced forward to skewer a crocodile (C3).
(This is Shadow Evocation: Scorching Ray. Will:20 to disbelieve - if disbelieved just 20% damage. Ranged Touch Attack Ray 1: Hits AC: 42. Ray 2 hits AC: 45. Damage.16 & 11)
~~~Shadow Evocation: 1/2 used.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:180/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+37=50 ; d12+17=29 ; Wednesday March 6th, 2024 6:00:37 PM
Desdichado thanks Nira for the healing most appreciatively, and moves to pay forward the favor by attacking C3.
Move to T:10
50 vs AC; 29 damage
----- Active Effects inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez Freedom of Movement LoH: 14/20 remaining
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 153/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- d20+36=41 ; d8+31=34 ; Wednesday March 6th, 2024 6:13:36 PM
Hmerrin joins the group attack on the last crocodile.
----------------- Move to T11.
Power attack on C3 hits ac 41 for 34 hp damage
In Effect inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. Stoneskin 140/150 -2 Str
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 19/161 CMD32 Wednesday March 6th, 2024 7:32:06 PM
Ramirez is trapped by the croc, all he can do is continue boosting the group and hope they can help him in time.
Actions: bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez
self combat reminders: +26/+21/+16, 1d8+8(2d6 holy) current buffs: +30/+25/+20, 1d8+12
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Thursday March 7th, 2024 6:15:51 AM
Gaffer is back in the fight, and so is Des, but Ram is looking like he might be in trouble. Nira flies to his aid! "Hold on Ram!"
--------- Move: Fly to D8. Fly check autopass Standard: If C3 is still alive, defensively cast Dimension Door and 'blip' them both over to H13 and H14 If C3 is dead, defensively cast Heal (using the staff) on Ram, healing him for 150pts
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 130/137 d20+18=20 ; d20+18=30 ; d20+18=26 ; d20+18=33 ; 4d6=18 ; 4d6=11 ; 4d6=11 ; 4d6=14 ; Thursday March 7th, 2024 6:28:27 AM
Danko is worried for Ramirez and fires more fire at the croc!
----- Scorching Ray Four rays C3
Range touch attach 1 att 20 dam 18 2 att 30 dam 11 3 att 26 dam 11 4 att 33 dam 14
inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez
Stoneskin 93/150 hp
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 39(T:21/FF:32) CMD:48) d20+22=23 ; d20+17=30 ; d20+12=30 ; 2d6+8=13 ; 2d6+8=16 ; Thursday March 7th, 2024 8:12:03 AM
[OOC: The description says the whirlwind can fly through the air, along the ground or over water?]
With Nira taking care of Ram, Gaffer puts all of his attention into attacking the crocodile. Well... almost all of it, there is a momentary slip of focus as his hands crash against the ground.
----- Action: Full Attack on C3 Attack 1: Nat 1; Attack 2: 30 to hit; 13 Damage Attack 3: 30 to hit; 16 Damage
----- Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 Base Speed, 19 Hours Whirlwind: 11/19 Rounds; Reflex DC 29 Resist Energy: Electricity/30 for 3 hours
The Oasis Rnd 9 Dan K DM d20+20=26 ; d20+20=35 ; d20+11=27 ; d8=5 ; Thursday March 7th, 2024 9:04:24 AM
Yrul closes and then lets fly with her Shadow Magic, leavin small black scars. Des and Hmerrin both chop into the Crocodile. Ramirez keeps his composure, knowing his companions are near and keeps singing inspirationally. Nira delays for a moment, as Danko's third set of Scorching Rays comes in killing it. Nira then flies over and uses the Staff to Heal Ramirez. The Crocodile is dead and so, Gaffer strikes at, but misses the Leopard.
The Whirlwind climbs another 60' straight up.
The Harpy Eagles and Toucan flee the area, splitting up in different directions they disappear into the canopy .
With a growl and look about, the Leopard also makes a decision and makes a break to the south. Gaffer and Yrul AoO at AC 43
I read the spell so many times...sigh. Yes Courtney you are absolutely correct. RetCon to the Whirlwind of Round 7 Gafer directs the Whirlwind up and into the Toucan, which clips the bird causing damage, but does not capture him (roll 3d6 dmg)
L1 in Whirlwind L3 - Fleeing
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:181/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20=10 ; Thursday March 7th, 2024 11:19:07 AM
Yrul instinctively lashed out at the fleeing creature, or rather, Dabz did. That caused Snickit to scold him (AC:41 only) for missing. Yrul sighed. She really hadn't contributed much of anything to this fight. then again, she was only little.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 153/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- Thursday March 7th, 2024 6:24:26 PM
"Carpet! To me!" Hmerrin calls, bringing the flying carpet down to ground level next to him.
He gets on, and yells across the oasis to the remaining caged prisoners.
"Do any of you want out? Decide fast, 'cause we're not sticking around."
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:180/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+22=27 ; Thursday March 7th, 2024 6:46:03 PM
"Either these animals are more sensible about their self-preservation than we are, or something worse is on its way. I just hope they aren't running for reinforcements," says Desdichado.
He looks back into the jungle an apprehensively listens for any other movement. (perception: 27)
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Thursday March 7th, 2024 8:28:33 PM
Ramirez stands up, shakily, and thanks the team for their aid. Thanks Nira, I needed that. And I think Hmerrin has the right idea. we may have been beating them, but those animals were tough, and if they decided to flee, we should also.
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
self combat reminders: +26/+21/+16, 1d8+8(2d6 holy) current buffs: +30/+25/+20, 1d8+12
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=36 ; Friday March 8th, 2024 1:40:54 AM "Anyone else close to meeting Gargul?" Nira has a quick look over the group to see if anyone is critically wounded. Confident that everyone is well enough to walk, she waits to see what the plans are from here. Freeing those prisoners sounds like a good idea - IF they want to leave.
She calls out to their (possible) friend. "Antwan? Are you there? The fight's over."
---------- Perception: 36 Charges used on the Heal staff: 3/10
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 130/137 Friday March 8th, 2024 6:25:11 AM
A stoney skinned Danko sprouts his dragon wings and jumps off the carpet before the carpet flies off to Hmerrin.
He makes his way to the others.
--------- inspire courage- +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. All within hearing range of Ramirez
Stoneskin reduced the damage to 7 93/150 hp
message
The Oasis -Combat over Dan K DM Friday March 8th, 2024 2:15:51 PM
Yrul takes a swipe, but the Leopard is too fast and elusive. A quick assessment by the group, no one is going to be dying soon and the prisoners all cheer and call out that Yes, they very much want out of the cages and away from here. Des scours the jungle, but sees no immediate threat. Hmerrin calls the Carpet to himself and as he gets on, the beardless dwarf hops off, casting an eye to the sky above. Antwan exits the trees and the dwarf scowls a bit, "So you're to blame." he grumbles to which Antwan replies, "You know I'd do nearly anything to get to see that sparkle in your eye Ombrix" "You're a self serving assassin who would rat out his mother to save his hide" "And you should be grateful I am, else this outstanding crew wouldn't be saving you right now"
Hmerrin is able to ferry the 7 other prisoners from the cages to the shore. While they have been through quite a bit, all showing the scars of being hunted for sport, none are the mind drained types that the party encountered in the Wold. Pretty much to a man they look at The Tide,
"Now what?"
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) Friday March 8th, 2024 4:51:27 PM [OOC: No worries! And thank you]
While the remainder of the prisoners are being freed, Gaffer flies up once more to check on the location of the manta ray, before descending to become human and share what he finds with the others.
He'll also make a point to direct the whirlwind to move away from them until it spins out of control or fades away.
Once everyone is rescued he also looks to the others uncertainly. The dwarf was meant to know... something?
The Oasis -Combat over Dan K DM Friday March 8th, 2024 5:08:04 PM
Additional Information. The great flying manta ray appears to be heading back towards the palace
"Well, that could have gone a lot better." Yrul told both Snickit and Dabz. Evidently both were far from abashed. "Uh,...yeah.... fair enough - it could have gone a lot worse." She agreed. She wasn't really sure what was supposed to happen next and neither Snickit nor Dabz were forthcoming with credible answers. Somehow she doubted that a bowl of pink custard was going to materialise in the middle of the oasis.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:180/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+29=35 ; Friday March 8th, 2024 6:54:56 PM
Desdichado shouts across the water "Yrul - can you help unlock the prisoners? Hmerrin is taking the carpet over there now."
He turns to the dwarf. Having spent a lot of time with Sarge, Desidchado tries his hand at dwarven diplomacy the best way he knows how - being as direct as possible. (Diplomacy:35)
"He tells us you know somewhat of the lay of the land around here. And yes, we've heard that he might not be entirely trustworthy, but he did get us to you as promised. Here's what we need - one: a place to lie low and rest for a while if necessary, two: intelligence on what you all know about the raks around here, three: let us know where we can drop you all off safely and securely. Oh, and four: A way to get into the palace. And hopefully the easiest route to the maharaja."
He looks around to the others. "Anything else?"
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Friday March 8th, 2024 8:22:12 PM Ummm, nope, I think that about covers it. Also, we need to do this quickly, some of those animals may report to raks what happened here.
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
self combat reminders: +26/+21/+16, 1d8+8(2d6 holy) current buffs: +30/+25/+20, 1d8+12
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 153/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- Saturday March 9th, 2024 11:18:50 AM Pretty much to a man they look to the Tide. "Now what"
The fighter hooks a thumb at Antwan and the dwarf. "Ask them. This guy said that guy could help out."
In an aside to Nira. "I don't need the staff, but could use a bit of healing."
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Saturday March 9th, 2024 3:46:32 PM
" Odds are pretty good that those flyers are going to rat us out to the Raks. Let's go and lets go quickly. "
Danko calls his rod of absorption to his free hand and presses the others to have conversations elswhere.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d3=1 ; Sunday March 10th, 2024 10:26:00 PM
With the others again, Gaffer stands off to the side.
Once they have a decision, hopefully guided by the Dwarf, as to where to go. He'll cast a weaker summoning spell to bring a horse to them, and direct it to run off in the opposite of whichever direction the party moves in. It doesn't remain long, just less than two minutes, but it's a little bit of misdirection.
----- Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 Base Speed, 19 Hours Resist Energy: Electricity/30 for 3 hours
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Monday March 11th, 2024 3:53:48 AM
Nira gives Hmerrin a tap with the heal staff. It's that, or use up four separate spells to cure him of his wounds.
------------- Hmerrin is healed for 150pts Charges used on the Heal staff: 4/10
The Oasis - Ombrix the Dwarfr Dan K DM Monday March 11th, 2024 12:03:47 PM
Des engages the dwarf, referred to as Ombrix by Antwan, in dwarf-like diplomacy. He seems to perk up a bit, "Refreshing to talk to someone who knows how to." Ombrix is very receptive and between himself and a few other prisoners, The Tide get quite a download.
-As you have guessed the animals here are not what one would call normal. they are evil, powerful, twisted things that take on the forms of animals -They are all spies for the Rakshasa. -There is no such thing as a safe place to lay low. Stay in one place for more than a couple of hours and you will be found. -Antwan doesn't know everything. The Manta means that the actual Maharaja is in the palace. Think of it like the Kings flag flying when he is holding court. -The Raks are powerful, unpredictable and not necessarily on the same side. They have plans, manipulations, schemes and all manner of intrigue. -Within the Gardens, Outside of an actual Rakshasa, the most dangerous creature is Sasha. A powerful malevolent tiger. Cruel as any Rakshasa. and capable of casting powerful spells Be’Gal the silverback, is usually in the court, but sometimes is in the gardens with Sasha. Lastly there is Kha’, a monstrous python with the power to dominate humanoids. -Creatures from other planes are often seen about the palace. Demons, beings of fire, Mind Flayers. -The Maharaja has a personal guard 100% of the time. Huge Rakshasa Terrifyingly beautiful (The description sounds like the form of Rakshasa that 'Golden Eyes' possessed.
Ombrix adds - Just beyond the gardens is an interior shelter for Sasha and through there is a small prep room that empties near the back of the ’royal’ court. There are few guards in the traditional sense. What this path most importantly is, is never well traveled. Once inside Sasha’s area, you will find a secured iron door. The feeders always make sure it is locked from the outside for obvious reasons. You’ll need some way to get through, hopefully quietly. From there, the main banquet and throne are is a few short turns away. The Maharaja is in court and will be there.
Ombrix nods with the others, apparently all that they can think of having been shared when Antwan asks, "So if you guys can just scooch us all back the however it is you got here to make good our escape, we can wish you the best from there eh?"
Nira uses the staff to heal Hmerrin and to get a good distraction going, Gaffer sends a conjured horse racing off and away from any direction the crew may have to go
Yrul was confident that she could handle most locks, but that was where her confidence ended. Again, she hadn't exactly covered herself in glory. Still, she hadn't actually done anything particularly wrong; so that was a positive she was prepared to take.
She could do nothing to expedite the prisoners' escape. she merely looked expectantly at the others.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 251/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- Monday March 11th, 2024 7:03:59 PM
Nodding his thanks to Nira, Hmerrin tries to sum up the Tide's situation.
"No chance of a night's rest, so the fewer fights the better. But everything we meet is likely gonna fight. Best chance to keep this short and sweet is to break into the giant nasty tiger's cage, get through the bound iron gate, get into the banquet hall and throne room, take care of business, and then try to get away. That about right?"
As for scooching out the prisoners, he cricks his neck. "Good news and bad news there. The portal out of here is where we found Antwan and had our first fight. We can circle back there and hopefully manta ray didn't leave anyone behind when he was checking it out. The other news is without us the other end of the portal tends to move around a bit. It'll come out in the Wold, but no guarantees where."
With that, it's time to follow Danko's advice and move on.
Hmerrin gives Yrul a nod. "Heading back the way we came if you feel like scouting."
To Dez - "You wanna take lead or trail of this buffet line?" Hmerrin will do opposite of the paladin.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Monday March 11th, 2024 8:17:33 PM The portal may still go to where the current destination will be for us. But even if it doesn't I'm sure those who are now freed would prefer most places in the Wold to here.
The plan is still around the same as what we thought it would be. We'll just have to hope that most things in the court will be more interested in seeing how it turns out than in joining in.
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
self combat reminders: +26/+21/+16, 1d8+8(2d6 holy) current buffs: +30/+25/+20, 1d8+12
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:180/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+22=38 ; Monday March 11th, 2024 9:55:12 PM
Desidchado offers to take the rearguard. "I don't want that cat sneaking up on us from behind, so i'll be keeping my eyes and ears open," he says. And he does just that as they make their way. (Perception: 38)
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Tuesday March 12th, 2024 5:21:39 AM "Are there any that would ally with us should we try and take the fight to the raks?" Nira asks "The more on our side the better, and it sounds like it would be in everyone's interest for us to be successful"
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Tuesday March 12th, 2024 6:37:01 AM
Danko pulls out a wand from the quiver and tucks ....
" Two wands. Cricle against evil. Protection against evil. Let's make sure we are all well protected when next we fight. "
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+33=51 ; Tuesday March 12th, 2024 1:15:23 PM
[OOC: Sorry, under the weather at the moment, just wanted to get a post in.]
Gaffer will try to help navigate their way through the unfamiliar jungle while avoiding any traps, and looking for signs of the more dangerous creatures.
----- Survival: 51
To the Beginning Dan K DM Tuesday March 12th, 2024 2:45:25 PM
Hmerrin lays out the options as he sees them and as Ramirez guesses, the former prisoners are more than happy to take their chances of wherever they end up in the Wold over remaining here. With that, Yrul slides off to Flank, Hmerrin takes the lead with Gaffer right behind to direct the 'moving buffet' back to the gate and home. Des takes a spot at the rear of the group, determined not to let Miska, or anything else in this forsaken jungle, get the drop on the group. Danko stows the Rod of Absorbtion and draws out a pair of wands, Protection from Evil and Magic Circle against Evil. Ramirez hopes aloud that most things in the court will be more interested in seeing how it turns out than in joining in on the fight. Nira asks if "There are any that would ally with us should we try and take the fight to the raks?" Reasoning "The more on our side the better, and it sounds like it would be in everyone's interest for us to be successful" Ombrix and Antwan both seem very skeptical and several of the prisoners are done right appalled at the notion. 'They are all nothing but the purest of evil.' 'We and you, are nothing more than entertaining things or...or food items.' Antwan offers a bit more and a bit quieter to Nira, "You might be able to find allies, but not against the Maharaja itself and none you could trust I'd wager, unless you're prepared to literally make deals with devils. Especially after his demonstration not so long ago with Golden Eyes, thought to be among the more powerful and favored nobles." Ombrix, apparently overhearing, snorts, "Golden Eyes's throw pillow ain't wrong."
The group heads back into the thick of the jungle, Gaffer can easily keep the group on track, even without the normal markers of sun and shadow. Parakeets and hornbills call from the canopy and flutter through the branches, but nothing feels purposeful or malignant. The denser jungle gives way soon enough to the more lawn-like setting and the birds become fewer and fewer as the canopy thins out. Sweat covers everyone in the humid hot air and Des Highlight to display spoiler: {The oppression of the land weighs on you. The true evil seems to permeate the ground and and air all about. There is a presence here, an awareness.} Gaffer Highlight to display spoiler: {The oppression of the land weighs on you. The true evil seems to permeate the ground and and air all about. There is a presence here, an awareness.}
Finally, you come within sight of the initial arrival point and battle. It looks much like it was left, save for a pair of disturbing distinctions. The spell casting Leopard Rakshasa's body is no where to be seen and either is the hut. Just as your minds begin to reel from the latter realization, the hut shimmers into view. Right where you left it.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 251/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- Tuesday March 12th, 2024 6:14:14 PM
For just a second there, Hmerrin's stomach drops. Then the hut materializes.
"Magic," he mutters, before become more cheery.
"There you go folks. One way ticket back to the Wold. Please don't touch anything on your way out. We wanna use it later."
"Ooh, that's a neat trick. Um, it is the real hut, right? Not an imitation or anything." Yrul asked, being all too familiar with the deceits possible through the weaving of shadow. She squinted at it (Perception: 27) but couldn't really tell what she was looking for.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Tuesday March 12th, 2024 8:08:52 PM The hut may have been protecting itself. Now, since that body is gone, someone may have been here? I think we need to stay focused on this mission, complete it as quick as we can, and get out of here.
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
self combat reminders: +26/+21/+16, 1d8+8(2d6 holy) current buffs: +30/+25/+20, 1d8+12
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:180/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Tuesday March 12th, 2024 11:13:06 PM
Hearing the newly freed prisoners sound dismayed at the thought of fighting the rakshasa, Desdichado perks up a bit at the mention of what's happened to Golden Eyes. "Oh, we fought her you know," he says archly. "And won. Kicked her and her lackeys right out of the Wold." He lets the thought of that hang in the air for a bit.
More seriously he says, "Something is watching us, and it feels evil and oppressive."
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=35 ; Wednesday March 13th, 2024 3:39:36 AM
Nira pauses at Des's words. She tries not to appear alarmed and glances at the surroundings, looking for whatever is watching them.
She isn't too concerned that they can't see the leopard rakshasa's corpse. "We threw the bodies in the hut. Hopefully they're still there"
-------------- Perception: 35
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) Wednesday March 13th, 2024 7:36:11 AM
Gaffer reiterates what Des shared "I can't tell what it is, it could be the forest, or even the plane itself."
So, it sounds like they need to get to the back of the temple. Gaffer doesn't have anything else he wants to do first, and if the others don't either he'll start guiding their way there. The presence may well be Sasha, and Gaffer would rather the tiger 'ambush' them on the way than once they're at the structure.
To the Beginning and Back Again Dan K DM Wednesday March 13th, 2024 4:13:44 PM
The missing hut provides a moment of heartburn, but as it appears, the moment is gone. The missing bodies are , of course, the result of The Tide having cleared them by tossing them through the huts door. This could have landed them inside OddHome or the courtyard of their home in Dirt City or perhaps somewhere else, depending on how the portals work. Where the bodies are definitely not, are inside the hut.
The former prisoners all take a very quick moment to thank The Tide as they move rapidly to the door and open it. The Tide only sees an opaque light blue field with nothing beyond. From the reactions of the prisoners, they must have seen something more than a mysterious blue veil. Several laugh, all smile and Obernix the gardening dwarf, almost imperceivably whispers 'Maab?'
Gaffer and Des share their feelings of being watched and general evil. The druid is beginning to suspect the very land, this entire plane is evil.
Obernix conveyed to the group, in his opinion, the best way to get to the gardens. Those directions start from the holding pens and so the group is heading back once again.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 251/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- d20+27=40 ; Wednesday March 13th, 2024 6:14:47 PM
"Frankly, I'd prefer the whole place is evil," Hmerrin responds to the observations of Dez and Gaffer. "Otherwise we run into a Welcoming Committee pretty soon."
He waves a hand back the way they came. "And back to the holding pens. Yrul, after you."
Hmerrin takes point, trusting Yrul will be fine going wherever she's going. The fighter is on hyper-alert, looking at everything as they move [Perception 40]
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Wednesday March 13th, 2024 7:03:28 PM If we're going back to the pens, lets take a bit of a curving path and not stumble right into it. Also, if any of those animals went for help, the quickest path from the Palace to those pens will be the same route we plan to take to get to the Palace.
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
"Okay" Yrûl confirmed cheerily before conferring with her many 'friends to ensure that they all understood exactly what was happening next - more sneaking. As before she took a flanking position and moved easily through the plant life - avoiding the nasty stuff she'd been warned about - as swiftly as the others without making much sound. With all her friends helping her, she felt sure that she'd spot any trouble.
Stealth: 50 Perception: 36
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:180/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Wednesday March 13th, 2024 8:05:31 PM
Desdichado hopes the prisoners have some comfort in wherever they've gone to. Judging from their responses, the door to the hut provided some respite in this evil place.
Warily, he follows behind once again on the lookout for anything threatening. Ramirez's plan sounds like a good one.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=50 ; Thursday March 14th, 2024 3:25:24 AM
Nira keeps hold of the heal staff and follows the group, just ahead of Des and hovering slightly off the ground. She isn't nearly as stealthy as some of the others here - Yrul in particular - so being in the rear she hopes not to alert things to the groups presence.
She's in agreement with Ram's plan. A curving path makes sense.
Perception: 50
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 d20+24=31 ; Thursday March 14th, 2024 6:34:55 AM
Danko is playing musical stick between the wands, rods and staffs. He decides on keeping the staff of power and rod of obsoption in hands. He can call back the wands on protection from evil as needed from his quiver.
And away we go
------ Perception 31
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+36=49 ; Thursday March 14th, 2024 9:57:21 AM
Gaffer attempts to immerse himself in the presence he feels as they walk, shifting his focus in different directions to see if there is anywhere that it's stronger.
----- Perception: 49
Return to the Oasis Dan K DM Thursday March 14th, 2024 1:34:23 PM
The group heads back to the holding pens to be able to use that location to then follow Ombrix's directions to get to and enter the gardens secretly. The dwarf described a small stream that the party would find and by following it, The Tide will discover a short 'waterfall' to ascend and enter the gardens. Ombrix has assured you the waterfall is only about 8 of so feet high. From the pens it should take about an hour.
All are on a very heightened state of alert as you make your return trip. Gaffer becomes convinced it is the very land itself that he and Des have been getting the evil vibes from. Danko finally settles his internal game of Wand Staff Rod and Staff and Rod both beat Wand. The Tide arrive near the pens and take a circling route in case the leopards and or raptor have returned and more specifically, in case true Rakshasa are now in the area.
Yrul approaches ahead of the others. The bodies are where they were left and she does not see anything amiss. Yrul returns to the group, some 90' from the Oasis, well hidden in the denser jungle.
Does the party want to move in for a closer look, or go around to pick up the directions to the Stream and gardens?
It has been 7 hours since arrival. Adjust spells or recast as neeeded please
Snickit says we should press on: no point in giving them more opportunity to prepare or gain warning, than is necessary, but ...uh...Dabz says we should check this place out in case we find something that could be useful later." She sighed softly. It was so typical of them: always trying to make her look bad. She'd done nothing in the fight and now plainly couldn't decide the best course of action here. Personally, she was all in favour of pressing on, but felt that she'd said enough.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:180/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Thursday March 14th, 2024 7:29:10 PM
Desdichado votes for continuing on to the Stream and gardens. He figures it won't be long before someone comes to check on this place.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Thursday March 14th, 2024 7:54:45 PM A quick look around could be useful. Yrul, what was in that building over there?
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 251/251 AC:38 T:24 FF:30 CMD:50) DR 5/- Thursday March 14th, 2024 8:35:31 PM
Hmerrin is in favor of moving on, but he waits to say so just long enough for Yrul to answer Ramirez' question. If she saw something interesting, he votes to check it out. If not, he votes to skeedadle.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=39 ; Friday March 15th, 2024 2:41:32 AM "Ok, but let's be quick" Nira shares Des's concerns. Trouble will soon be coming to this very spot, and she doesn't want to be here when it arrives.
-------- Perception: 50
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Friday March 15th, 2024 8:19:45 AM
Danko plays magic chairs again and uses a wand to cast protection from evil on himself.
Then he follows the others.
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Protection from evil,
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Friday March 15th, 2024 10:34:25 AM
Gaffer holds off on recasting his Barkskin spell until he knows how long it will take to get to the main structure. He'll risk going without in the meantime.
He does however, raise with the group a question about the spells he has available.
"I wanted to ask, I have two spells prepared which could be useful but would need some planning. I can summon a group of elementals that'll last for a few hours. I can also create an intense storm for around a minute. I thought the latter could be targeted over the structure at some point to cause disruption. The former would be useful in a fight, but only if we have around 30 minutes to prepare."[i]
He pauses, realising he didn't lead that anywhere.
[i]"I suppose I'm saying, if you think there is a good moment for those to be used as we go forward, let me know."
----- Longstrider: +10 Base Speed, 12 Hours
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Friday March 15th, 2024 7:25:00 PM "If we want to get really serious, a few earthquake spells could bring a building down on top of them" Nira states very straight faced.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:181/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20=16 ; d20=14 ; Saturday March 16th, 2024 3:21:29 AM
Yrul waited patiently, quietly trying to get Snickit and Dabz to agree on a course of action. Eventually, both agreed that sticking to the shadows was always a good idea; so Yrul ventured forth to find the stream.
Stealth: 53 Perception: 39
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:180/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Sunday March 17th, 2024 12:28:12 PM
Desdichado likes Gaffer and Nira's ideas. He has no idea when the "right time" might be, but they both soundlike good ways of creating some difficulties for the raks.
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