DM Jeremy Battle Map Thursday September 24th, 2020 6:35:31 AM
Eberyon smiles at Elyngael as she says she will sleep in the garden and says, "Do so as you wish, but if I may, I recommend a small nook in the north east corner of the garden. There's a lovely, and very cozy location, with a very comfortable hammock that I've spent many an hour laying in. Of course you have leave to sleep where you wish, the hammock is but a suggestion. I'll have blankets brought out to you, or would you rather someone fetched your gear?"
The rest of the Wardens struggle to see why they have been chosen for such a task, as it seems too easy and run-of-the-mill for their skill level. Some wonder if Eberyon is going to ask a favor in return. Owen reminds everyone that there is nothing run-of-the-mill about the fact that they just supped and chatted with an immortal power, and are now preparing to sleep in his palace located in the Wold's Cradle, things that most mortals only dream about, and Osul points out that if people, without their skill levels, would have passed through Longbranch's vortex, they would have likely been killed when they ran into Rhiaowiok.
After more discussion, the Wardens take to their beds and sleep a comfortable and restful night. Elyngael too finds herself refreshed and invigorated after her nights sleep in the garden. Each of the Wardens, except Elyngael are awakened by knock on their door, only to find Alfreda there informing them that Eberyon is waiting for them in the sitting room, and that breakfast will be served there. Meanwhile a maid, who happens to be a brownie, is sent out to find Elyngael and guide her to the sitting room. As the Wardens arrive in the sitting room they see a large cart loaded with bacon, eggs, sausage, sliced ham, pancakes and syrup, toast and jam, fruit juice, coffee, and tea. Alfreda says that if they don't find anything on the cart to their liking, he would be happy to take any special requests directly to the chef, and have it here in a few minutes. As the Wardens eat, Eberyon, while munching on a few strips of smoked bacon, begins to speak.
"Deeproot's daughter wishes to be planted in Guyrent's place, and I have no objections, but their is a small problem. Planting a seed from the Wold in the Wold's Cradle requires a special fertilizer, or they will sprout and then die in only a few hours after sprouting. Because it's Deeproot's offspring, she may last a little longer, but obviously we can't just let her die, that would be tragic. The fertilizer is comprised of the ashes of a tree from the Wold, and the ashes of a treant lord. Guyrent will provide the ashes of a tree from the Wold, I'm sure she would have wanted it this way, and it would be a fitting farewell, but the treant lord ashes won't be so easy to come by. Now normally I would never condone killing, but we find ourselves at the mercy of fate, and she is indeed acting in our favor. It so happens that their is currently a Treant Lord, living in the Cradle, who calls himself Adlevar, the treant king. I would never suggest the slaughter of such a magnificent creature, except for the fact that this one has earned judgment. He has created a small grove of treants, and they have been terrorizing everyone in the area, and killing any fey who refuses to bend a knee to Adlevar. I can't stand by and let such a villain go unpunished, but my hands are tied. I would have acted a long time ago, but the gods have stayed my hand. Yes even an immortal power, such as I, am subject to the will of the gods. They told me that such a task is beneath me and is the jurisdiction of heroes, and here you are. This is why I say that fate is smiling on us. Will you Wardens of the Tree vanquish this villain and bring back his ashes for the fertilizer?"
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 83/99 spell resistance energy resistance,mage armor, stone skin, bear's endurance Thursday September 24th, 2020 7:16:02 AM
Neshi looks around at the others as they share their thoughts and then chimes in on his own.
" I am not of a mind that it will be as simple as it seems, however it also seems as though we are doing Eberyon a favor as well by "replacing" his old friend. Perhaps we have become a bit jaded. Maybe we were asked to do this by Longbranch because he considers us his friends."
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 83/99 spell resistance energy resistance,mage armor, stone skin, bear's endurance Thursday September 24th, 2020 7:19:58 AM
As Eberyon explains the process for planting the seed and what is going to be asked of them to do, he looks around at the others, nodding his head as Eberyon asks his final question.
Armand (Robert D)AC 26/touch 11/flat 26 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet Thursday September 24th, 2020 5:40:29 PM
Armand thinks to himself, "First there's a trunche that wants to become king of the Culverwood and now there's a treant that wants to set himself up as king. I wonder if this is a pattern of unrest."
To the king he responds, "We would be happy to aid you, your majesty. Perhaps you could tell us a bit more about this treant lord, Adlevar. You say he has created treant followers, do you know how many? For that matter do you know what other creatures may be siding with him. When you say judgement has been passed on him, does he know this?"
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 107/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), d20+31=50 ; d20+21=34 ; d20+23=32 ; Thursday September 24th, 2020 6:51:10 PM
After the conversation Vamir heads to bed. Melatonin, shuffles off to the closest plot of land nearest Vamir's room. Vamir wakes after his brief nap, and wakes Melzat,Wake up my friend it is a new day. Melzat quietly shuffles in, and joins the witch in his room. Rituals, we do this everyday. One day maybe we can sleep in. Vamir chuckles softly and concentrates, drawing Woldsblood into the wold, (Concentration 50, success) and replenishes his spells. Vamir concentrates and conducts his daily rituals, (Survival 34, success, Healing 32, success) and successfully does so. Vamir bows slightly towards the south in reverence to the crones, and whispers thank you. Sheepishly Vamir remembers Queen Maab is the consort of Eberyon, "Though you are no longer my patron, thank you for guiding my early years, and my mother's. "
Vamir joins the others with Eberyon, and listens to his request. "Is there no other way to reach him your majesty. I mean he is a living tree. Can you tell us anything of him?"
Melzat stats AC: 28 T: 15 F: 23 Hit points: 143/143 CMB: 19 CMD: 14 Melee: 19/19/19 Damage: 2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/3d8+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost Thorns (ex): This plant has poisonous thorns. Injury, instant onset, frequency 1/round for 2 rounds, damage 1d2 dex. The save DC is 10 + 1/2 hit dice + Con bonus (10 + 7 + 5 = 22). Also increase slam damage as if one size larger.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 30' Thursday September 24th, 2020 7:07:21 PM "Your majesty, how far away is this grove, and where do these hoards roam?"
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 Thursday September 24th, 2020 9:11:56 PM "How long has it been terrorizing the area? How do we stop this powerful treant? Fire is the most obvious weapon, so where can we attack that has no nearby water?" Elyngael is feeling refreshed after a peaceful night in the garden.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 49/101; CMD: 20 Thursday September 24th, 2020 11:15:11 PM
Owen quietly eats bacon and eggs as he listens to Eberyon's responses to the others' questions.
DM Jeremy Battle Map Friday September 25th, 2020 6:20:40 AM
In response to every ones questions, Eberyon says, "So many questions, I didn't expect that" then he chuckles and adds, "But of course it is the way of mortals to desire information, especially when walking into a dangerous situation. I must say that is a wise way of doing things, I expect it cuts down on the times you have to spend in the court of Gargul." "I will try to answer each question starting with the first." Eberyon says as he begins to answer the Wardens' questions.
First off, I can't imagine any of the fey in my realm ever truly serving this villain, so I would say that you will only have to deal with his treants, and maybe some animated trees. Since they have the ability to get trees to fight for them, it would be foolish not to assume they will have some tree allies. As far as numbers, I cant say for sure, but I know there are at least 8. Second, I've tried talking to him personally, but the fool in his hubris just laughed at me, especially when he realized I was powerless to do anything. The blood of many a fey is on his hands, and their murders require justice. His greatest asset is his size, and strength, as, with the exception of Deeproot, he is easily the largest treant I'm sure you have ever seen. He's no Deeproot though, for treants of his magnitude are very uncommon, and he has grown even larger in his dormancy, however Adlevar is a colossal walking tree none the less. Third, The grove is only a couple of days journey, and I will send Alfreda along as a guide. The pixie will be under strict orders to return before things get dicey, for I fear Alfreda would only be in your way. And finally fourth, you are correct, that fire is a wise weapon verses Adlevar's treants, and any animated trees, as are slashing weapons. As far as Adlevar himself, he has no weakness to fire, and his bark is so hard, and weapon must break through it first. The only water source in Adlevar's grove is a deep stone well, if that helps. Are there any more questions, or anything I can do or offer to make the task easier?"
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 83/99 spell resistance energy resistance,mage armor, stone skin, bear's endurance Friday September 25th, 2020 7:46:56 AM
Your Majesty, do you know what type of Tree Adlevar is?
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 30' Friday September 25th, 2020 10:09:56 PM
'Osul considers Eberyon's words, and then it suddenly hits him.
"How much ash is required? Adlevar might could easily weigh 100... maybe 200 tons. I suspect he isn't going to just walk himself here to contribute." That in turn brings up another thought, but he doesn't give that voice.
Armand (Robert D)AC 26/touch 11/flat 26 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet Saturday September 26th, 2020 11:16:52 AM
Armand considers what else Eberyon could offer, multiple things spring to mind but it would sort of defeat the purpose of his not getting too involved as it were. "I don't think there is much else we need other than a direction to travel, your majesty."
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 Saturday September 26th, 2020 6:01:57 PM "Well it sounds like Brawn and I can take care of the smaller treants but may not be much use against Adlevar I say lets get going."
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 83/99 spell resistance energy resistance,mage armor, stone skin, bear's endurance Sunday September 27th, 2020 10:25:08 AM
I may have a surprise or two that may help with things. I guess we will see.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 49/101; CMD: 20 Sunday September 27th, 2020 9:06:17 PM
Owen thinks through the spells he might need to cast in a fight against such a massive tree.
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 107/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), Sunday September 27th, 2020 9:13:23 PM
Vamir listens to the conversation trying to figure out what else he may ask but is unsure. "Are Treants susceptible to anything in particular? Do they have abilities like Melzat, where certain spells to not affect them?"
Melzat stats AC: 28 T: 15 F: 23 Hit points: 143/143 CMB: 19 CMD: 14 Melee: 19/19/19 Damage: 2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/3d8+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost Thorns (ex): This plant has poisonous thorns. Injury, instant onset, frequency 1/round for 2 rounds, damage 1d2 dex. The save DC is 10 + 1/2 hit dice + Con bonus (10 + 7 + 5 = 22). Also increase slam damage as if one size larger.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
DM Jeremy Battle Map Monday September 28th, 2020 6:05:46 AM
Eberyon is ready this time for the second barrage of questions. and so he isn't caught off guard this time. He happily answers any remaining questions. Neshi asks what kind of tree Adlevar is and Eberyon says he resembles a giant redwood. Osul asks about the logistics of exactly how much ash would be needed, and Eberyon says about a gallon bucket full or so would be fine and then offers the use of a bucket of the appropriate size. Armand can't think of anything that wouldn't break Eberyon's hands off mandate. Elyngael feels her skills will be more useful against the normal sized treants than against Adlevar. Neshi has some tricks up his sleeve, as Owen considers what are the best spells to use against such an opponent. Vamir asks if there is anything that treants are susceptible to and if they have any immunities, to which Eberyon answer, "As already mentioned, even though Adlevar isn't, most treants, and animated trees are vulnerable to fire, and even Adlevar is subject to attacks that target plants. As far as their strengths, treants, treant lords included, are immune to mind effects, paralysis, poison. polymorph, sleep effects, and stunning. Normal treants take less damage from piercing and blunt weapons then they do from slashing weapons, (DR slashing) and treant lords have incredibly hard bark, that nothing but adamantine can cut right through (Hardness). Is there anything else I can help you with, or a boon that you wish to ask for. Even though I'm not allowed to interfere, I was never told I can't help heroes who wish to defeat the villain Adlevar."
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 30' Monday September 28th, 2020 9:36:42 AM
[b]"Thank you, your majesty. Your offer is kind, but unless that is an adamantine bucket, I am happy to let it remain here."[b], 'Osul replies with a slight chuckle.
Amongst the wardens he discusses what he might bring to the table, and seeks suggestions.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 49/101; CMD: 20 Monday September 28th, 2020 5:07:14 PM
Owen reminds the others of a battle from some time ago. "Remember when we fought those pirate ships in the Sargrass? We should use the same strategy here: fly in and attack from a great distance away."
Armand (Robert D)AC 26/touch 11/flat 26 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet Monday September 28th, 2020 6:16:31 PM
Armand scratches his head. "I really can't think of anything to ask your majesty."
He then responds to Owen, "Well I could cast air walk on Brawn, but that would only allow him and Elyngael to be airborne. As long as we can hit him at range or lead him to where we have set up it would be good. Now if his minions are wandering his 'controlled area' maybe we could pick them off piecemeal and deny him having h is full force at a confrontation. It could also lead to him coming out of a secure area to deal with anything happening in his 'kingdom'."
He then turns to 'Osul and Varmir, "I think you two have access to some fairly nasty spells that affect plants."
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 107/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), Monday September 28th, 2020 7:58:11 PM
Vamir ponders a moment, "Your Majesty, you mentioned a boon, would you perhaps have a spell, or object that would grant us, our weapons or our companions, the ability to bypass the damage reduction?". Vamir turns to Armand, "honestly, for me no I do not. However, I do have the ability to decrease dexterity, and strength. Of course there is always the new and improved Melzat!".
Melzat stats AC: 28 T: 15 F: 23 Hit points: 143/143 CMB: 19 CMD: 14 Melee: 19/19/19 Damage: 2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/3d8+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost Thorns (ex): This plant has poisonous thorns. Injury, instant onset, frequency 1/round for 2 rounds, damage 1d2 dex. The save DC is 10 + 1/2 hit dice + Con bonus (10 + 7 + 5 = 22). Also increase slam damage as if one size larger.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 Monday September 28th, 2020 8:44:39 PM "Perhaps King Eberyon can teach Owen the spell Horrid Wilting. I don't need an adamantine weapon, I have arrows, and while I can use a sword I'm not the up front fighter that Atlas was."
DM Jeremy Battle Map Tuesday September 29th, 2020 6:03:01 AM
Eberyon chuckles along with Osul's little Joke, and adds, "I could send along an adamantine bucket, but are any of you proficient in bucket?" To Vamir's question, the fey king answers, "I can think of nothing that can bypass the slashing Damage Reduction other then using a slashing weapon I can however do this." Eberyon waves his hand in the air, and then says, " I just temperately added plant bane to every ones weapons and amulet of mighty fists. It will only last as long as your stay here in the Cradle, but I'm sure it will aid in this particular fight." Turning to Elyngael, Eberyon says, "I could certainly teach you wizardly friend the spell you mention, but I fear your friend doesn't have the experience needed to be able to cast such a difficult spell, as of yet."(horrid wilting is a level 8 spell, which Owen won't have access to until level 15)
"Allow me to leave you to plan your strategies. When your ready to leave, simply ring this bell, and Alfreda will be here momentary to lead you on the next stage of your journey.", and with that Eberyon disappears.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 30' Tuesday September 29th, 2020 10:51:33 AM
OOC: Using Hero Points ____8>< _ _ _ Special: You can petition the GM to allow a hero point to be used to attempt nearly anything that would normally be almost impossible. Such uses are not guaranteed and should be considered carefully by the GM. Possibilities include casting a single spell that is one level higher than you could normally cast (or a 1st-level spell if you are not a spellcaster), making an attack that blinds a foe or bypasses its damage reduction entirely, or attempting to use Diplomacy to convince a raging dragon to give up its attack. Regardless of the desired action, the attempt should be accompanied by a difficult check or penalty on the attack roll. No additional hero points may be spent on such an attempt, either by the character or her allies. ____8>< _ _ _ -------------
'Osul's mind processes the boon, particularly as it might apply to his gnarled quarterstaff - not that he expects to be swinging it at anything. After their discussion, 'Osul heads our into the nearby forrest, looking for a huge, healthy oak. If he is spoilt for choice he gives each due consideration and appraisal, before narrowing it down to one, and spending 10 minutes casting Liveoak on it, before spending at least that long getting to know and understand each other. When they return he introduces Duir.
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 83/99 spell resistance energy resistance,mage armor, stone skin, bear's endurance Tuesday September 29th, 2020 1:35:44 PM
Neshi thinks about the plant bane being added to his sling, and while helpful he doesn't often use it.
So, how long of a journey will it be to get to Adelvar's home area? I only ask so that we can plan a bit about how best to plan for some of our compatriot's daily spell allotments. if we have another night of journeying, we have a bit more time to think and plan, if not, well we will do what we do best; Wing it.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 49/101; CMD: 20 Tuesday September 29th, 2020 5:16:07 PM
Owen thanks King Eberyon for his generosity and bows to him as he departs.
Armand (Robert D)AC 26/touch 11/flat 26 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet Tuesday September 29th, 2020 5:20:17 PM "You are most gracious your majesty." Armand says.
Once Eberyon leaves the discussion starts. "Well I think Eberyon said it would take a few days, and that Alfreda could act as guide. I'm not sure how much planning we need really. We've never been much for planning too far ahead as usually we only think of what to do once we see the situation. I would like to say though that while we can't all fly, I can cast blade barrier around us to offer a wall of protection should we wind up surrounded."
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 107/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), Tuesday September 29th, 2020 7:30:39 PM
Vamir stands as Eberyon leaves, and bows slightly. "Thank you your majesty." As they begin to discuss their plans Vamir has a thought, "if the treant location is prominent on this plan I can cast find the path which would give us the shortest and most direct path. Also, Melzat is large, and can be a sort of shield, but as you saw before he is still a plant and can be controlled by spells if he is unlucky." When 'Osul returns Vamir turn to the oak, and introduces himself. "Did you think Melzat needed a companion my friend?" the witch chuckles.
Melzat stats AC: 28 T: 15 F: 23 Hit points: 143/143 CMB: 19 CMD: 14 Melee: 19/19/19 Damage: 2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/3d8+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost Thorns (ex): This plant has poisonous thorns. Injury, instant onset, frequency 1/round for 2 rounds, damage 1d2 dex. The save DC is 10 + 1/2 hit dice + Con bonus (10 + 7 + 5 = 22). Also increase slam damage as if one size larger.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 Tuesday September 29th, 2020 8:34:10 PM
Elyngael and Brawn are ready to go.
DM Jeremy Battle Map Wednesday September 30th, 2020 6:15:13 AM
Neshi asks how long will it take to get to Adlevar's grove, as a means of knowing what preps to make, and Vamir offers to cast find the path, but before Eberyon can answer, Armand reminds them that they were already told that it is a few days trip, and Alfreda will be acting as their guide. Once Eberyon leaves the planning and prep work begins. Osul creates a temporary friend from a beautiful oak, and Armand reminds everyone that they seem to do their best planning on the fly, after the've had the time to assess the situation. Owen is thankful for the gift, and Elyngael and Brawn are ready to rock.
Since it seems like everyone is ready to go, I'll assume that someone rung the bell to summon Alfreda.
After the bell is rung, a few moments later, there is a knock on the door, and Alfreda is there. Gone is his black vest and bow tie, instead he is wearing the typical clothing if his people, as well as a backpack, which you later discover is actually a handy haversack. He also has a long bow slung over his shoulder, and a quiver full of arrows hanging on his belt. "I'm ready whenever you are!" the pixie says enthusiastically. It's as if he hasn't been away from the palace for awhile, and is looking forward to a little outing.
The first day into the journey, Alfreda is excited and chatty, pulling all sorts of refreshments, of both the drinking and eating kind, out of his handy haversack, keeping everyone well hydrated and fed. on the second day he keeps the refreshments flowing, but seems a bit less chatty, keeping his ears to the wind. by day three, the pixie is showing signs of paranoia jumping at every sound the forest makes, until finally the poor guy can't take it anymore and says, "If you stay on this trail", indicating the broad pathway you've been traveling on, "It will lead you right to Adlevar's grove." and with that the Pixie prepares to leave, and say his goodbyes, "I wish you well my friends, and may the gods grant you victory!" Alfreda will answer any questions the Wardens wish to ask, but when they are done, he turns around and begins flying for home.
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 83/99 spell resistance energy resistance,mage armor, stone skin, bear's endurance Wednesday September 30th, 2020 10:50:43 AM
Neshi enjoys the travel with the pixie and spends much of the time just chatting with him about whatever topic comes up. When he starts getting a bit nervous and flighty, Neshi starts paying a bit more attention to the surroundings.
Armand (Robert D)AC 25/touch 11/flat 24 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet Wednesday September 30th, 2020 5:57:00 PM
As they get ready to leave, Armand pats his money pouch only to find it does not jingle but feels rather full. He pulls out two gloves. They seem to be a fine pair of leather gloves. Armand smiles and seems to know something about them.
When they get ready to camp the first night, Armand looks around and finds a spot that has a fairly clear area. Then he pulls something out of the palm of one glove. He bends over and puts it on the ground. Over the course of the next ten minutes, a tree springs up from that spot, it is 60 feet high at its top and has a full canopy of leaves. Fifteen feet up the tree a treehouse grows organically in the branches of the tree as well as several organically woven hammocks outside the shelter. A rope ladder falls down from the treehouse: It is a DC5 climb check to ascend the ladder as a full round action.
Guys this is my legacy item for DMing. The treehouse is in essence the spell secure shelter, the tree is large enough that the diameter is 5 feet so it can be hidden behind. So there is space for 8 bunks, a trestle table, eight stools, and a writing desk... which are also inside the treehouse.
"Well that worked out better than I hoped." Armand turns to the group. "Okay eveyone, we have a safer place to bed down for the night now." He eyes Brawn and Melzat, "I think they can climb up some of the lower limbs, and if they don't want to stay in the tree-house then I'm sure the natural hammocks will hold them."
The next morning Armand puts his hand to the tree and you see the tree shrink down and become an seed again. He then picks up the seed and puts it back into the palm of his glove.
Once Alfreda announces they are near Armand will ask a few questions. "Do you know if they patrol the trail in force or with a few well placed 'guards'? How far away would you say they are?"
To the DM, What sort of terrain are we in?
To the group, "Can anyone fly, and be stealthy? Maybe we need some aerial reconnaissance."
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 30' d20+33=41 ; d20+43=62 ; d20+28=47 ; 4d12=28 ; Wednesday September 30th, 2020 7:10:40 PM "The more, the merrier, Vamir."
"What kind of weather would people like for the next day or two? If I cast it tonight then that frees up a spell for battle, and I can change it if required."Control Weather 3 mile radius circle centred on 'Osul, duration 2x4d12 = 56 hours.
At dawn 'Osul goes about his meditations, advising The Wood of their circumstances.
"I can fly at a good height and not look out of place." If there are no objections he asks Duir to stay with the Wardens, wildshapes into a wedgetailed eagle. After a quick Orison he takes to the air headed back down the path, before looping around and ahead - ostensibly looking for carrion. Perception: 41, Survival: 62 + Forest Walking, Knowledge(Nature): 47 + Forest Walking
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 107/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), Wednesday September 30th, 2020 7:44:27 PM
Vampire looks on with amazement as the tree grows to his full height, and whistles softly when Armand describes the accommodations. "That is impressive for sure. Melzat can definitely climb up there but we are going to stay below for a bit so he can sink his roots in the ground, and I am going to ask the various trees and plants about our quarry."
Melzat stats AC: 28 T: 15 F: 23 Hit points: 143/143 CMB: 19 CMD: 14 Melee: 19/19/19 Damage: 2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/3d8+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost Thorns (ex): This plant has poisonous thorns. Injury, instant onset, frequency 1/round for 2 rounds, damage 1d2 dex. The save DC is 10 + 1/2 hit dice + Con bonus (10 + 7 + 5 = 22). Also increase slam damage as if one size larger.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 83/99 spell resistance energy resistance,mage armor, stone skin, bear's endurance Wednesday September 30th, 2020 8:00:46 PM
Neshi too looks on with amazement as Armand shows off his new toy.
"Ooh, perhaps a few less watches in the near future and more rest for all."
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 49/101; CMD: 20 Wednesday September 30th, 2020 9:41:19 PM
Owen has never enjoyed such a well-equipped trek as this. Snacks? Refreshments? Alfreda knows how to travel in style. Owen thanks him profusely. When he asks if the Wardens have any questions, Owen joins the others in asking about distance and direction. "How far is it by trail? How far as the crow flies?
Owen is delighted by Armand's new item. "Armand! What a wonderful treehouse! Simon would love this."
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 Wednesday September 30th, 2020 10:08:14 PM "Armand that was a great night's sleep! You are spoiling us! I have so much energy I can do reconnaissance. I can search for tracks and I'm stealthy, but I can't do it by air," Elyngael volunteers to check their surroundings.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 30' Thursday October 1st, 2020 10:03:50 AM "Recon and overwatch?", he asks Elyngael, before taking shape and heading off.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 49/101; CMD: 20 Thursday October 1st, 2020 9:34:06 PM
Owen checks his spell component pouch to ensure everything is in order.
ADM POST (Kent) Thursday October 1st, 2020 9:44:47 PM
The wardens all enjoy Armand's new travel digs and the good rest that accompanied it and wake more refreshed than they have on the road for a long time.
Osul asks the others what kind of weather they would like over the next day or so.
Vamir and Melzat stay below for a bit communing with nature, but for whatever reason the information they receive is sketchy and indistinct. Vague recollections of some big trees moving through and changing places every now and again. Sometimes individually, other times in small groups. There seems to be a pervading sense of unease in the plants of the area.
Looking around nervously and obviously ready to head home Alfreda tries to answer the last few questions.
"Well, I'm not sure about actual patrols. I mean they are trees and plants, they could be just about anywhere and we might not even know about it."
Even more nervous, she continues.
"It's not far or to long maybe an hour or two on ground maybe half that by air."
As he answers the last of the questions he flies off as if in a big hurry, even forgetting to wave goodbye to the wardens.
After Alfreda's departure, Osul turns to Elyngael and hits that they should start the recon and overwatch portion of the next phase of the Warden's task.
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 83/99 spell resistance energy resistance,mage armor, stone skin, bear's endurance Thursday October 1st, 2020 9:46:04 PM
Neshi pipes in as Osul make his suggestion to Elyngael.
Ok all do we want to go ahead and do any long lasting buffing now or shall we wait until the heat of the moment??
DM RobC - "Yes, 'Neshi, of course that is a good idea." Friday October 2nd, 2020 8:12:29 PM
The party now have some time to do some planning and preparation activities. But what?
Neshi doesn't really commit either way - prepare now, or work it out on the fly?
Osul agrees with the sentiment (you'd assume for the 'prepare now' approach) while the others watch on and consider how to proceed.
What's the plan?
Armand (Robert D)AC 25/touch 11/flat 24 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet Friday October 2nd, 2020 8:17:45 PM "Well there's few spells that will last an overly long time. We know they could be near or a couple of hours away. However, Heroe's feast will last 12 hours." Armand casts heroes feast either before everyone leaves or after the initial scouts return.
Anyone sickened, poisoned, or diseased is cured after eating. Everyone gets +10 temp hit points. Everyone gets a moral bonus of +1 to attack rolls and Will saves. Everyone gets a moral bonus of +4 vs poison saves.
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 d20+25=33 ; Friday October 2nd, 2020 8:22:55 PM
Elyngael will check the immediate area for any suspicious tracks from tree movement. I assume she is familiar with them since they traveled with Longbranch for several days. Survival d20+25=33 (+4 more if we are in forest).
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 107/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), Friday October 2nd, 2020 8:36:37 PM
Vamir shares the information, little it was, with the rest of the party. Vamir smiles, "I only have one long spell to cast on Melzat. The rest will be right before. Honestly, if I cast my debuff spells through him I hope to keep an eye on all of you."
Melzat stats AC: 28 T: 15 F: 23 Hit points: 143/143 CMB: 19 CMD: 14 Melee: 19/19/19 Damage: 2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/3d8+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost Thorns (ex): This plant has poisonous thorns. Injury, instant onset, frequency 1/round for 2 rounds, damage 1d2 dex. The save DC is 10 + 1/2 hit dice + Con bonus (10 + 7 + 5 = 22). Also increase slam damage as if one size larger.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 83/99 spell resistance energy resistance,mage armor, stone skin, bear's endurance Friday October 2nd, 2020 11:00:13 PM
Neshi looks around. well stoneskin and mage armor will last just about 2 hours., If you let me know who wants which I will see what I can do as we get a better time frame....
Armand (Robert D)AC 25/touch 11/flat 24 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet Sunday October 4th, 2020 10:29:38 AM "Neshi, I'd say stoneskin would be best on Brawn since he will likely be up front occupying their attention. But I agree, we need to wait to cast other spells."
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 83/99 spell resistance, energy resistance Sunday October 4th, 2020 12:20:31 PM
Looking to Elygael for permission, as soon as he gets it he casts stoneskin on the her companion.
DR10/adamantine - 140/140 points for 140 minutes (840 rounds)
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 107/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), Sunday October 4th, 2020 4:21:01 PM "I will cast magic vestments, stoneskin, and shield of faith on Melzat when we are a little more sure of combat. I will also use him for my touch spells. I can also help with spells on Brawn if that is wanted." Vamir shrugs and begins checking his pack, and pouches.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 49/101; CMD: 20 Sunday October 4th, 2020 6:55:17 PM "Should we cast Scrying before we move closer, or do you think Adlevar will be warded against it?"
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 30' Sunday October 4th, 2020 11:27:21 PM
'Osul waits for the hubbub of buffs to die down, before the recon.
DM Jeremy Battle Map Monday October 5th, 2020 5:57:48 AM
Some long term buff spells are cast. Armand casts Heroes Feast, and everyone gains the benefits of the spell. Neshi casts Stoneskin on Brawn, and Vamir does so on Melzat. Elyngael does some re-con, as Owen asks if scrying would be prudent. Elyngeal easily finds treant tracks in her searching, and is feeling pretty sure that they are nearing their destination.
When Elyngael points out the treant tracks, the rest of the Wardens have no problem following them, after all, a 30ft, 4500lb walking tree, is going to leave one heck of an impression in the soil. Other then the occasional tree root protruding from the ground, like you may see while hiking through any forest, the path is pretty smooth as it winds through the temperate rainforest.
How do our intrepid heroes wish to proceed?
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 109/99 stoneskin, mage armor, heroes feast, spell resistance, energy resistance Monday October 5th, 2020 3:31:34 PM
As they walk Neshi casts another stoneskin on himself, as well as a mage armor. and looks around. Anyone else want a mage armor or stoneskin spell? As owen mentions scying, Neshi replies.
"I think we will are much closer than we need to be, to have time for scrying."
Armand (Robert D)AC 25/touch 11/flat 24 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet d20+7=24 ; Monday October 5th, 2020 5:24:25 PM "Let's stay alert everyone. I was hoping our aerial scouts would have more information for us." Armand says while walking in normal marching order. He keeps his eyes out for any moving trees or bushes.
Perception 24 (d20+7)
heroes feast - (neutralize poison, remove disease, 10 HP, +1 attack rolls & will saves, +4 vs poison & fear)
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 d20+29=36 ; d20+24=25 ; Monday October 5th, 2020 6:21:00 PM "Stay here and I'll sneak ahead to see exactly where they are, and be quiet" warns Elyngael. "I'll come back and let you know what I find,"
Perception d20+29=36 Stealth d20+24=25
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 30' Monday October 5th, 2020 6:30:12 PM
'Osul responds to the question. "Thank you, 'Neshi. I really should get and carry the components for Stoneskin myself." He takes the few moments to receive and cast spells.
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Liveoak - Duir - day 2 of 14 Control Weather - clear - hour 12 of 56 stoneskin - 140/140 DR10/adamantine - 840/840 rounds mage armor - +4 ac bonus - 840/840 rounds Longstrider - +20' land / +10' other - hour 1 of 14 heroes feast - (neutralize poison, remove disease, 10 HP, +1 attack rolls & will saves, +4 vs poison & fear)
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 107/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), Monday October 5th, 2020 7:27:20 PM
Vamir nods at Elyngael, and stands next to Melzat. The size of his companion comforting.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 49/101; CMD: 20 Monday October 5th, 2020 8:31:28 PM
Owen waits to hear Elyngael's report on her scouting.
DM Jeremy Battle Map d20+12=26 ; d20+12=19 ; d20+12=13 ; d20+12=24 ; Tuesday October 6th, 2020 5:49:31 AM
Elyngael scouts ahead as everyone else continues to buff up. Armand requests an aerial re-con, but as of yet, none of his friends with the gift of flight have made any effort to go airborne. Elyngael tries sneaking ahead to get the lay of the land and doesn't travel far before she spies 4 treants who are obviously on guard duty. She is about to turn around and report her findings, when she hears a snapping sound. looking down, she realizes she just made the oldest stealth faux pax in the book, she stepped on a stick! The snap wasn't very loud, probably due to the damp conditions of the temperate rainforest, but the ranger instinctively looks around to determine if she was overheard, only to feel her heart sink into her chest as she notices the red treant, on the map, looking directly at her. A split second later, the red treant roars, "Look alive, we have a guest! The alert is loud enough that the rest of the Wardens can hear it and they know Elyngael has been spotted.
Elyngael can act this round, but the rest of the Wardens will require a round to catch up to her, and get into position. Graham please make a marker for Osul's tree friend.
Red Treant AC ? HP ?/? Blue Treant AC ? HP ?/? Green Treant AC ? HP ?/? Orange Treant AC ? HP ?/?
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 30' Tuesday October 6th, 2020 10:10:13 AM
...'Osul's instinct was to cast Entangle beyond Elyngael, centred on or just this side of the source of the wooden roar.
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 d20+23=28 ; d8+6=11 ; 2d6=6 ; d6=5 ; d8+6=14 ; 2d6=6 ; d6=2 ; d20+23=42 ; d20+23=32 ; 2d8+12=22 ; 2d6=7 ; d6=1 ; d20+18=29 ; d8+6=7 ; 2d6=10 ; d6=5 ; d20+13=29 ; d8+6=8 ; 2d6=11 ; d6=1 ; Tuesday October 6th, 2020 5:58:23 PM "King Eberyon declares you outlaw and subject to discipline." Elyngael then unloads at red treant with her +2 Composite, shocking Longbow, using: adamantine arrows, Rapid Shot(extra first shot, all -2), Many Shot (2 arrows first shot), Improved Precise Shot (no cover) First shot d20+23=28 arrow 1 physical damage((1d8+6=11)+(2d6=6))=17 and electrical 1d6=5 second arrow physical damage((1d8+6=14)+(2d6=6))=20 and electrical 1d6=2 Second shot d20+23=42, crit cofirms? d20+23=32 physical damage((2d8+12=22)+(2d6=7))=29 and electrical 1d6=1 Third shot d20+18=29. physical damage((1d8+6=7)+(2d6=10))=17 and electrical 1d6=5 Forth shot D20+13=29, physical damage((1d8+6=8)+(2d6=11))=19 and electrical 1d6=1
Brawn comes up to defend his master. Brawn Stats: AC30 T16 F28 CMD24 HP87/87
Weapons are Plant Baned (+2 to hit +2d6 damage) heroes feast - (neutralize poison, remove disease, 10 HP, +1 attack rolls & will saves, +4 vs poison & fear) Brawn has Stoneskin.140/140 DR10/admantine.
Armand (Robert D)AC 25/touch 11/flat 24 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet d20+14=17 ; 7d6=22 ; 7d6=25 ; Tuesday October 6th, 2020 6:12:39 PM
Armand clicks his heals activating his boots of speed and moves forward. "I'm afraid you've chosen your leader poorly and thus are about to learn the consequences for your actions."
He cast Flame Strike (the thick red circle), reflex save 21 for 1/2. Spell resistant? 17 (d20+14) Damage 1/2 is fire 22 (7d6) and 1/2 is holy, 25 (7d6) although I guess I should have rolled 14d6 and then split it, but 'tis done.
Weapons are Plant Baned (+2 to hit +2d6 damage) heroes feast - (10 HP, +1 attack rolls & will saves, +4 vs poison & fear)
Spells left Highlight to display spoiler: { 0: light, detect magic, create water, read magic 1 (4): Bless, Shield of Faith, Protection from Evil, Remove Fear, Comprehend Languages (wis bonus), Shield of faith (domain) 2 (4): Spiritual Weapon, Silence, Resist Energy, Bull Strength, Resist Energy (wis bonus), Bless weapon(domain) 3 (4): Dispel magic, Invisibility Purge, Stone Shape, Searing Light, Searing Light(wis bonus), Searing Light (domain) 4 (4): Holy Smite, Dismissal, Neutralize Poison, Air Walk, Holy Smite (domain), Restoration (wis bonus) 5 (3): X, Flame Strike, Break Enchantment, Righteous Might (domain), True Seeing (wis bonus) 6 (3):Dispel Magic Greater, Blade Barrier, Heal, Undeath to death (domain), X (wis bonus) 7 (2): Summon Monster VII, Destruction, Holy Sword(domain)}
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 101/101; CMD: 20 Tuesday October 6th, 2020 6:58:07 PM
Owen casts Fly on himself and rises into the air.
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 106/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), d4=1 ; Tuesday October 6th, 2020 7:44:53 PM
Vamir hustles with Melzat to close the gap between them and Elyngael. Melzat moves double his movement creating a barrier halfway between the treants and the party. Vamir casts spectral hand and ponders his next step.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 109/99 stoneskin, mage armor, heroes feast, spell resistance, energy resistance Tuesday October 6th, 2020 9:24:30 PM
Quickly casting a stone skin on Osul, Neshi makes his way forward to suport and to see what can be seen.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 50' Wednesday October 7th, 2020 2:48:39 AM
..but instead 'Osul moves forward 50', and when Duir ctches up, he casts Bull's Strength on him.
DM Jeremy Battle Map d20+19=28 ; d20+19=24 ; d20+9=18 ; d20+9=18 ; d20+9=19 ; d20+9=20 ; 2d6+11=17 ; Wednesday October 7th, 2020 6:21:24 AM
As her friends scramble to come to her aid, Elyngael lays down the law hitting the red treant 4 times. She realizes that she can save her adamantine arrows for Adlevar, since they don't seem to offer any benefit against these treants, and the physical damage of her arrows is defiantly hampered by the DR/slashing. In spite of the DR, in no small thanks to the temporary plant bane, she manages to cut the red treant's HP down to less then half. Armand prepares to cast flamestrike. (Robert, you must have missed the only Elyngael can attack, as everyone else is playing catch up bit in yesterdays post. It's not a big deal, Armand can fire of his flamestrike this round, with more possible targets to boot!)
As they prepare to chuck some boulders at the party, the treants each let out a strange whistle, and 8 animated trees who had been standing stone still, making it impossible to recognize them as anything but trees burst from the woods and join the fray. After which, the red treant answers the ranger, "Lord Adlevar doesn't care about what Eberyon says, the immortal power can't touch him!"
The light blue tree attacks Melzat hitting AC 28 for 17 damage [i](I doubt that hits, but I'm not sure what Melzat's current buffed AC is), The purple tree attacks Neshi hitting AC 24, missing. The red treant hurls a rock at Elyngael hitting AC 18 missing. The blue treant hurls a rock at Brawn hitting AC 18, missing, the green treant hurls a rock at Vamir hitting AC 19, missing. The orange treant hurls a rock at Armand hitting AC 20, missing
Red Treant AC 25/11/25 HP 43/114 Blue Treant AC 25/11/25 HP 114/114 Green Treant AC 25/11/25 HP 114/114 Orange Treant AC 25/11/25 HP 114/114
Red Tree AC 25/11/25 HP 114/114 Grey Tree AC 25/11/25 HP 114/114 Green Tree AC 25/11/25 HP 114/114 Purple Tree AC 25/11/25 HP 114/114 Yellow Tree AC 25/11/25 HP 114/114 Orange Tree AC 25/11/25 HP 114/114 Dark Blue Tree AC 25/11/25 HP 114/114 Light Blue Tree AC 25/11/25 HP 114/114
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 50' d20+19=26 ; 2d6+11=19 ; d20+19=31 ; 2d6+11=16 ; d20+14=23 ; 14d6=50 ; Wednesday October 7th, 2020 9:04:29 AM
'Osul directs Duir to attack one of the newly arrived trees - the purple one next to him. Slam attacks: AC26 for 19 less DR, and AC31 for 16 less DR
'Osul shoots regions containing opposing Treants and trees through with Fire Storm. SR: 23, Reflex Save vs DC27 for half Damage: 14d6=50 fire damage, plus 4d6 per round until extinguished.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 101/101; CMD: 20 Wednesday October 7th, 2020 12:42:09 PM
Owen casts Invisibility on himself and flies even higher, trying to get above the canopy of the forest.
Armand (Robert D)AC 25/touch 11/flat 24 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet Wednesday October 7th, 2020 5:26:31 PM Well poop. I'm not sure if you want me to roll damage again, I guess I'm just copying and pasting.
Armand determines that the Treants are the greater threat and casts Flame Strike (the thick red circle-hitting red, green, and blue), reflex save 21 for 1/2. Spell resistant? 17 (d20+14) Damage 1/2 is fire 22 (7d6) and 1/2 is holy, 25 (7d6) although I guess I should have rolled 14d6 and then split it, but 'tis done.
Weapons are Plant Baned (+2 to hit +2d6 damage) heroes feast - (10 HP, +1 attack rolls & will saves, +4 vs poison & fear)
Spells left Highlight to display spoiler: { 0: light, detect magic, create water, read magic 1 (4): Bless, Shield of Faith, Protection from Evil, Remove Fear, Comprehend Languages (wis bonus), Shield of faith (domain) 2 (4): Spiritual Weapon, Silence, Resist Energy, Bull Strength, Resist Energy (wis bonus), Bless weapon(domain) 3 (4): Dispel magic, Invisibility Purge, Stone Shape, Searing Light, Searing Light(wis bonus), Searing Light (domain) 4 (4): Holy Smite, Dismissal, Neutralize Poison, Air Walk, Holy Smite (domain), Restoration (wis bonus) 5 (3): X, Flame Strike, Break Enchantment, Righteous Might (domain), True Seeing (wis bonus) 6 (3):Dispel Magic Greater, Blade Barrier, Heal, Undeath to death (domain), X (wis bonus) 7 (2): Summon Monster VII, Destruction, Holy Sword(domain)}
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 d20+24=27 ; d8+7=11 ; 2d6=7 ; d6=2 ; d8+7=14 ; 2d6=11 ; d6=2 ; d20+24=37 ; d8+7=10 ; 2d6=10 ; d6=6 ; d20+19=31 ; d8+7=15 ; 2d6=9 ; d6=6 ; d20+14=23 ; d20+13=21 ; Wednesday October 7th, 2020 5:42:53 PM
Elyngael eyes the flames and the trees and decides to shoot at the light blue? tree (the one right in front of Melzat) with her +2 Composite, shocking Longbow, using: normal arrows, Rapid Shot(extra first shot, all -2), Many Shot (2 arrows first shot), Improved Precise Shot (no cover), and now Point Blank shot.
First shot d20+24=27 arrow 1 physical damage((1d8+7=11)+(2d6=7))=18 and electrical 1d6=2 second arrow physical damage((1d8+7=14)+(2d6=11))=25 and electrical 1d6=2 Second shot d20+24=37, physical damage((1d8+7=10)+(2d6=10))=20 and electrical 1d6=6 Third shot d20+19=31, physical damage((1d8+7=15)+(2d6=10))=25 and electrical 1d6=6 Forth shot D20+14=23, miss
She directs Brawn to attack her target. Brawn moves under the tree and uses his reach to attack the same tree. Bite d20+13=21 miss.
Brawn Stats: AC30 T16 F28 CMD24 HP87/87
Weapons are Plant Baned (+2 to hit +2d6 damage) heroes feast - (neutralize poison, remove disease, 10 HP, +1 attack rolls & will saves, +4 vs poison & fear) Brawn has Stoneskin.140/140 DR10/admantine.
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 106/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), d20+21=34 ; 2d6+9=16 ; d6=5 ; d6=6 ; 2d6=3 ; d20+21=22 ; d20+21=39 ; 3d8+9=19 ; d6=4 ; d6=4 ; 2d8=10 ; 2d6=8 ; Wednesday October 7th, 2020 7:34:16 PM
Vamir winces as Melzat is hit, and is unsure how his companion will react. Vamir moves up behind Melzat and casts Magical Vestments on him (+3 AC). Melzat swings out and slams the light blue tree twice (AC 34 For 30 points of damage AC 22 miss) Melzat then reaches out to bit the same tree (AC 39 for 33 points of damage please ignore the 2d8's).
Melzat stats AC: 31 T: 15 F: 23 Hit points: 126/143 CMB: 19 CMD: 14 Melee: 19/19/19 Damage: 2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/3d8+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost Thorns (ex): This plant has poisonous thorns. Injury, instant onset, frequency 1/round for 2 rounds, damage 1d2 dex. The save DC is 10 + 1/2 hit dice + Con bonus (10 + 7 + 5 = 22). Also increase slam damage as if one size larger.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
Dodging out of the way of the treant's strike, Neshi takes a step backward and quickly casts sending a streak of fire toward the fuchsia treant and then watches it streak to the rest of the foes in front of him.
Chain firebolt - damage 48 points; reflex save for 1/2 damage Fuchsia DC24, Others DC 22
active spells & etc. stoneskin - 140/140 DR10/adamantine - 840/840 rounds mage armor - +4 ac bonus - 840/840 rounds heroes feast - (neutralize poison, remove disease, 10 HP, +1 attack rolls & will saves, +4 vs poison & fear)
DM Jeremy Battle Map d20+3=4 ; d20+3=5 ; d20+3=19 ; d20+3=16 ; d20+3=9 ; d20+3=10 ; d20+3=9 ; d20+3=13 ; d20+3=17 ; d20+3=13 ; d3=3 ; d20+3=20 ; d20+3=17 ; d20+3=11 ; d20+3=19 ; d20+3=21 ; d20+3=22 ; Thursday October 8th, 2020 6:06:19 AM
Duir punches the purple tree, and Osul creates a fire storm which kills the red treant, and instantly the red tree and the grey tree take root. Owen goes invisible. Armand drops his flamestrike on the blue and green treants killing them, and the light blue, dark blue, purple and green trees instantly take root. Elyngael and Brawn attack the light blue tree. Vamir boosts Melzat's AC as Melzat clobbers the blue tree. with the onslaught of Elyngael, Melzat, and Brawn, the tree is reduced to toothpicks. Neshi shoots out a chain of flame, and finishes off anyone left standing.
The Wardens have a chance to catch their breath. The no longer animated trees are still burning, and will eventually burn to death unless extinguished. What is the next step for our intrepid heroes? (OK, so you guys could have at least pretended that that was a challenge! LOL)
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 109/99 stoneskin, mage armor, heroes feast, spell resistance, energy resistance Thursday October 8th, 2020 6:59:42 AM
Neshi looks around. "So extinguish and bit show mercy or let them pay the ultimate price for their transgressions?"
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 50' Thursday October 8th, 2020 7:05:41 AM "I'm going to save the Quench for later, and just keep dropping water on them until they stop smoking, starting with these four, then the other one. How is everyone?" He makes a point of watering Duir and Melzat as they were pretty close.
280 gallons of water a minute.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 50' Thursday October 8th, 2020 8:31:21 AM "What remains to salvage are just trees now - a little out of place on the path, but... I'm not looking to revalue the leaf, 'Neshi.", he adds as he starts dousing the trees.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 101/101; CMD: 20; Fly, Invisible d20+15=28 ; Thursday October 8th, 2020 3:12:08 PM
Owen calls out to the other Wardens, remaining invisible: [b]"Good work, Wardens. I might as well use these Fly and Invisibility spells to scout ahead instead of wasting them."[b]
With that, he flies forward, looking for signs of Adlevar. Perception: 28.
Armand (Robert D)AC 25/touch 11/flat 24 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet Thursday October 8th, 2020 5:22:27 PM
Armand looks around, momentarily stunned that the fight is already over. "I think it wise not to let smoke signals alert our enemies." With the others dumping water on the tree's Armand will cast Create Water over the treants if they are still on fire (if they have toasted all the way he will instead work on putting out other fires).
Create Water is going to create 28 gallons of water per round. He will cast it over each fire target to let it rain down.
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 d20+4=18 ; d20+24=35 ; d20+16=19 ; d20+29=36 ; Thursday October 8th, 2020 6:26:12 PM
Elyngael works her way over to the treats remains. She is checking for any clues or anything out of the ordinary about the treants. (favored terrain forest +4 added in) Perception d20+24=35 (ignore the first roll of d20+4, the mouse slipped off the down arrow over to the roll button.) Knowledge Nature d20+16=19, Survival d20+29=36.
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 106/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), d12+5=6 ; Thursday October 8th, 2020 8:23:24 PM
Vamir runs his hand across Melzat's trunk and casts cure light wounds on him, healing 6 points. As the rest of the party begins to pour water on the trees Vamir walks over with Melzat following. The witch begins to talk to the trees who attacked the party, "are you okay? I am sorry for your wounds but we don't like to be attacked. Will you please talk with my friends and I?"
Melzat stats AC: 31 T: 15 F: 23 Hit points: 132/143 CMB: 19 CMD: 14 Melee: 19/19/19 Damage: 2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/3d8+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost Thorns (ex): This plant has poisonous thorns. Injury, instant onset, frequency 1/round for 2 rounds, damage 1d2 dex. The save DC is 10 + 1/2 hit dice + Con bonus (10 + 7 + 5 = 22). Also increase slam damage as if one size larger.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
DM Jeremy Battle Map Friday October 9th, 2020 6:01:29 AM
Neshi wonders if they should let the trees burn, or if they should show mercy, but Osul realizes that they are just trees and begins putting out the flames, with Armand's help. Armand also works on putting out the treants to avoid smoke giving them away. Owen flies ahead to do some aerial recon and doesn't travel very far before the trail opens into a largish cove. He sees a group of 6 treants milling about. He doesn't see any 65+ft treants walking around however, which according to Eberyon would be what Adlevar should look like. Elyngael gives the dead treants a once over and discovers that these aren't ordinary treants, as they seem to have a slightly stouter build then a normal treant. Vamir tries to talk to the previously animated trees. Of the 5 surviving trees, one succumbs to its wounds before Armand and Osul can put out the flames. The remaining 4 all seem pretty tight lipped, but Vamir can tell one of them really wants to chat, but is trying to show solidarity with his fellow trees. The witch is pretty sure that with a little coaxing, the tree will talk. (DC 10 diplomacy)
Armand (Robert D)AC 25/touch 11/flat 24 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet Friday October 9th, 2020 2:46:14 PM I'm assuming Vamir is using some sort of talk to plants spell. Not sure if we could understand what is being said.
Armand looks around he takes out his glaive and gives it a few experimental swings. "Hope I don't have to use it on any treants and such. It takes so long to get the blade clean after chopping into plants."
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 109/99 stoneskin, mage armor, heroes feast, spell resistance, energy resistance d20+11=18 ; Friday October 9th, 2020 3:48:31 PM
sure that they aren't out of the woods as yet, Neshi keeps an eye out for anything that might be making move on their party.
perception DC 18
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 106/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), d20=19 ; Friday October 9th, 2020 6:53:40 PM
Vamir looks at the group, "These trees really don't want to talk, but I am going to give it another try." Vamir turns back to the trees, "I don't think you are bad trees. In fact, I believe you want peace. You want to feel the sunlight on your branches, and leaves, and you want to grow high enough to kiss the sky. Let my friends and I help you. Please." (Diplomacy 19)
Melzat stats AC: 31 T: 15 F: 23 Hit points: 132/143 CMB: 19 CMD: 14 Melee: 19/19/19 Damage: 2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/3d8+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost Thorns (ex): This plant has poisonous thorns. Injury, instant onset, frequency 1/round for 2 rounds, damage 1d2 dex. The save DC is 10 + 1/2 hit dice + Con bonus (10 + 7 + 5 = 22). Also increase slam damage as if one size larger.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 50' Sunday October 11th, 2020 9:23:39 AM
'Osul looks at the path and the trees taken root there, before asking Vamir and Duir, "Do they want to remain out here on the path permanently, or do they want to return to their places in the wood?"
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 Sunday October 11th, 2020 4:34:59 PM "Hey does anyone else think these treants aren't quite right?" Elyngael will continue to try and figure out why the treants don't look right. OOC Not sure what to roll, or if what I rolled wasn't high enough.
DM Jeremy Battle Map Monday October 12th, 2020 6:16:10 AM
Armand isn't looking forward to cleaning tree sap from his glaive. Neshi knows that the coast isn't clear yet, so he keeps his eyes alert. Luckily, nothing has presented itself yet. Elyngael tries to get a better understanding of the treants she doesn't see anything wrong per say, it's just that these ones seem a bit stronger, healthier, and maybe a bit more dexterous than a normal treant, almost as if they are advanced members of their kind. (I used the advanced template to boost their stats a little.) Osul asks Vamir if the trees want to stay in the path, or if they would prefer to return to their original location. Vamir is able to get through to the lone tree who he suspected wanted to talk but kept silent to show solidarity, and when he does, the tree opens a floodgate as he says:
"This is a strange state of affairs. First those treants animate us and even though we know that it's against Lord Eberyon's will, we are forced to fight for them. In the process we are all forced to face our most hated enemy, fire, and as a result, some of our friends perished, and we all have had our bark charred! Now the ones who sent the fire, the treacherous villain that it is, wish to speak to us. If you hadn't put out the flames, I wouldn't be alive, so I suppose I should thank you for that, but if you hadn't sent the fire, we would never have been in this situation to begin with!
I suppose the treants are ultimately to be blamed, so I shall forgive you for your unkindness, as you were defending yourselves, but remember, most of us trees are for Lord Eberyon. You ask where we wish to allow our roots to dig, and I can't speak for the others, but I kinda like it here. My leaves get a bit more sun, and I have a little more room to stretch out my canopy. If the others don't say anything, you can assume they feel the same, and if they don't, well that's their fault for not speaking up.Now how can I be of assistance?
Armand looks around and realizes that the trees are too separated for what he really wants to do. He contemplates the ways of Gargul and decides that the trees were really innocents. He then goes to the group of trees to the west and channels healing energy to see if it will work on the trees. Channel Energy 1/8, healing those trees for 30 hp.
He then walks over near the lone tree to the east and channels again. Channel Energy 2/8, healing it for 25 hp.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10/R:5/W:19, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 50' Monday October 12th, 2020 9:28:13 AM
'Osul looks to Duir and the the trees. He steps up, saying, "I sent the fire and I accept your wrath. I have wronged you and taken the lives of trees. I have wronged my people, and I have wronged both The Wold's Cradle and The Culverwood."
"Duir, I will not hold you to being our protector if you judge me unworthy by my actions. Say the word, and you are free to return to your wood near the castle."
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 106/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), Monday October 12th, 2020 7:20:01 PM
Vamir translates the trees words for the party ending with the offer for assistance. Being pragmatic the witch understands the need to defend themselves but the loss of the trees pains the young elf. Were you given the choice to follow? You said most of the trees are for Lord Eberyon. What does the treat offer you trees? After his questions Vamir translates for the others..
Melzat stats AC: 31 T: 15 F: 23 Hit points: 132/143 CMB: 19 CMD: 14 Melee: 19/19/19 Damage: 2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/3d8+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost Thorns (ex): This plant has poisonous thorns. Injury, instant onset, frequency 1/round for 2 rounds, damage 1d2 dex. The save DC is 10 + 1/2 hit dice + Con bonus (10 + 7 + 5 = 22). Also increase slam damage as if one size larger.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
Neshi keeps watch, but keeps an ear to the conversation.
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 Monday October 12th, 2020 8:01:22 PM
Elyngael looks at 'Osul. "Remember, they attacked first, even if they were under a spell. You were only defending us. Your actions were not wrong. The fact that you acted to put the fires out after the treants died showed you are still in tune with nature." Then she turns with Brawn and goes down the trail a bit to find a place to hide and keep an eye on the trail.
DM Jeremy Battle Map Tuesday October 13th, 2020 6:24:25 AM
Armand hands out some healing magic to the trees and though it isn' enough to bring them to one hundred percent the effect is very noticeable. Places where the trees' bark had been scorched so bad that the wood underneath was exposed, now have a fresh layer of bark for protection. Places where leaves had been completely singed off, are now showing spring time like buds, and will have new leaves in less than a week. (I figured if healing magic works on plant creatures then why not actual plants? The description only says that it heals the living, and plants are considered to be alive.) Osul is hear broken that he's the one who sent the worst of the flames, and asks forgiveness from the tree. He even goes so far as ask Duir to judge him. The newly made temporary treant looks down on the druid and in a slow and drawn out fashion, using a deep booming voice, says, "What is done is done, you are not responsible for the acts of miscreants who force good trees into their service. It is indeed tragic that some innocent trees died by your flames, but the tragedy lays on the head of the treants that used them as tools, and ultimately Adlevar. I will still fight for you, and with you, until the true villain is brought to his just deserves!" it is obvious by the tone of his voice that Duir is, for lack of a better term, Pissed off, but it is also obvious that his anger isn't directed at the Wardens. Elyngeal also assures Osul that he was in the right, as Neshi keeps watch.
As Vamir translates and asks a few questions, the tree continues to speak:
"Tell your druid friend that he is forgiven, even though they aren't willing to speak, when I communicate with the others involved, as well as those who weren't animated and were forced to bear witness to the tragedy, we all agree, that the treants are to blame and not him, or any of your friends. Most of the trees are for Lord Eberyon and we love it when he comes our way, as he is always such a good conversationalist, and he listens to our requests if any. The king is heartbroken because he has been forced to wait instead of acting, and as a result Adlevar and his followers view the king as weak. Things have gotten so bad that a handful of trees have chosen Adlevar as their lord, and willingly fight for him.
Normally when a treant animates a tree, we are completely under their control, and as you witnessed, if the treant dies, we instantly take root where we are. However, if a treant lord animates a tree, that tree has a choice. it can chose to go back to being a tree, or, if it is loyal to the treant lord, it can remain animated for as long as it wishes, it can even remain animated if the treant lord dies. Now, normally when a treant or treant lord animates a tree we are more then happy to help, because usually we have the same goals, and the treants have taken the time to develop a friendship with us, but Adlevar has tainted that with his evil ambitions, and somehow he has convinced the treants to join him. Do you have the heartwood to end this villainy?
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 d20+24=27 ; d20+24=30 ; Tuesday October 13th, 2020 5:32:50 PM
Elyngael goes 100 yards down the path and finds a place to hide that also gives her a clear line of sight down the trail. Stealth d20+24=27 Perception d20+24=30
Armand (Robert D)AC 25/touch 11/flat 24 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet Tuesday October 13th, 2020 6:00:00 PM
Armand looks around. "Say Owen has been gone awhile now. I thought he said he was going to fly ahead and check things out. But he was also invisible. OWEN!?" Armand looks at the others. "Do you think he's pranking us or should we see if he's gotten himself in trouble?"
OOC because like Weston for real has not posted in 2 days.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 101/101; CMD: 20; Fly, Invisible Tuesday October 13th, 2020 6:02:51 PM
Owen returns to the rest of the group and reports in: "There's a clearing ahead with six more treants, but no sign of Adlevar. Do we want to circle around and avoid them, or will we be somewhat safer fighting in a clearing than the depths of the forest?"
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 106/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), Tuesday October 13th, 2020 6:07:10 PM
Vamir listens to the tree's words and translates for the others. Vamir assures the tree the party has the wherewithal to complete the task at hand. "Does anyone else have any questions?"
Melzat stats AC: 31 T: 15 F: 23 Hit points: 132/143 CMB: 19 CMD: 14 Melee: 19/19/19 Damage: 2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/3d8+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost Thorns (ex): This plant has poisonous thorns. Injury, instant onset, frequency 1/round for 2 rounds, damage 1d2 dex. The save DC is 10 + 1/2 hit dice + Con bonus (10 + 7 + 5 = 22). Also increase slam damage as if one size larger.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10+1/R:5+1/W:19+1, +RNL), HP:88/88, Speed: 50' Tuesday October 13th, 2020 6:42:16 PM
'Osul struggles to smile in response to Elyngael, Duir, and Vamir's translation of the tree, and nods his thanks.
If he didn't know it before, he knows now that he should target the Treants alone with flame.
"No more questions here."
He cast the Resistance Orison and moves up the path behind Elyngael
DM Jeremy Battle Map Wednesday October 14th, 2020 5:53:05 AM
Vamir asks if anyone else has any questions for the tree, and assures the tree that they will see the job done. Nobody has any questions, and after reassurance from others, Osul feels better but resolves to save the flames for the treants. Elyngeal scouts ahead a bit, but doesn't travel far enough to see anything. Armand begins to wonder about Owen's absence, but before the cleric can get good and worried, Owen returns. Owen reports that there is a clearing ahead with 6 more treants, but no sign of Adlevar. He wonders if moving forward and fighting them in the clearing is the appropriate way you go, or if going around would be wiser. He does remember that the path seems to end at the clearing. He knows that traveling through the forest would mean traveling on difficult terrain, thus fighting and traveling will be hampered, well for everyone except Osul and Elyngael. (Half speed, no charging, no running, and no 5ft steps) However there is the chance that you may have the element of surprise, and you can use trees to gain cover. How do our intrepid heroes wish to proceed?
(Trees The most important terrain element in a forest is the trees, obviously. A creature standing in the same square as a tree gains partial cover, which grants a +2 bonus to Armor Class and a +1 bonus on Reflex saves. The presence of a tree doesn’t otherwise affect a creature’s fighting space, because it’s assumed that the creature is using the tree to its advantage when it can. The trunk of a typical tree has AC 4, hardness 5, and 150 hp. A DC 15 Climb check is sufficient to climb a tree. Medium and dense forests have massive trees as well. These trees take up an entire square and provide cover to anyone behind them. They have AC 3, hardness 5, and 600 hp. Like their smaller counterparts, it takes a DC 15 Climb check to climb them.)
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 109/99 stoneskin, mage armor, heroes feast, spell resistance, energy resistance Wednesday October 14th, 2020 7:27:38 AM
Neshi listens and watches as this proceeed and is glad to see Owen return unharmed. When he hears his report he offers up his opinion.
" I think that one way or another we need to check these ne treatns out. If they are part of Adlevar's crew, we will have to deal with them at some point any way. If they are friendlies then perhaps they will help."
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 106/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), Wednesday October 14th, 2020 3:43:40 PM
Vamir bids farewell to the tree and joins the others. "You are correct we should see what their intentions are."
Melzat stats AC: 31 T: 15 F: 23 Hit points: 132/143 CMB: 19 CMD: 14 Melee: 19/19/19 Damage: 2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/3d8+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost Thorns (ex): This plant has poisonous thorns. Injury, instant onset, frequency 1/round for 2 rounds, damage 1d2 dex. The save DC is 10 + 1/2 hit dice + Con bonus (10 + 7 + 5 = 22). Also increase slam damage as if one size larger.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10+1/R:5+1/W:19+1, +RNL +4vsPoison&Fear), HP:88+10/88+10, Speed: 50' d20+33=48 ; d20+15=20 ; Wednesday October 14th, 2020 5:19:20 PM "Agreed. Though they are less likely to be friendly the closer we get to Adlevar, from what Vamir said."
Perception: 48, Sense Motive (as we approach): 20
Armand (Robert D)AC 25/touch 11/flat 24 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet Wednesday October 14th, 2020 5:42:27 PM
Armand ponders. "I think it can be assumed that if they are in this part of the forest then they are on his side. Plus we know he's been creating treants so they are undoubtedly loyal to him. Confronting them is going to wear our resources down, but leaving them behind could mean Adlevar would be able to call them up while we are engaging him. I personally don't relish moving through the woods." He pauses. "Does anyone want to air walk? I have one spell of that ready. It would make you less squishy if the trees come alive again."
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 Wednesday October 14th, 2020 6:06:02 PM "I say we avoid them, but I will go along with the majority. Elyngeal continues to be on the alert for moving trees.
I don't suppose treants have alignments, and any of you can cast that spell?
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 101/101; CMD: 20; Fly, Invisible Wednesday October 14th, 2020 10:14:46 PM
Owen responds to the others: "A direct approach would probably be best if they can control trees, but the more of us we can get in the air the better."
DM Jeremy Battle Map Thursday October 15th, 2020 5:48:01 AM
The consensus is that following the path, and encountering the treants, Owen saw, may be the best route, with he exception of Elyngael who would prefer to go around. However the ranger is a team player, and is willing to follow the consensus. There is discussion as to whether the treants ahead are good or bad but most assume they are followers of Adlevar. The idea of using an alignment detecting spell is brought up, as is the idea as to whether or not treants have alignments. Of course every living creature has an alignment, even if that alignment is true neutral like an animal. The only choice left to make seems to be, do you travel by air or land. Armand offers air walk to whomever would like it, and Owen believes that the more Wardens, in the air, the better. So the question isn't so much, what approach to make, as it is, how to make it. How do our heroes proceed from here?
Yurr'Neshi(Kent) AC:26 (22) / T(23)18 / F(21)17; HP: 109/99 stoneskin, mage armor, heroes feast, spell resistance, energy resistance Thursday October 15th, 2020 5:38:09 PM
Well if we need want to fly in I suppose I could take the shape of an air elemental... Elemental body 3
Armand (Robert D)AC 25/touch 11/flat 24 HP 104/104 CMD 23 Character Sheet Thursday October 15th, 2020 5:42:25 PM "Well if you're wanting to talk to the treants first, I defer to 'Osul and Vamir to lead in that as they are the nature specialist that can talk to plants." Unless someone else in the party that is less combat oriented/armored then Armand will cast Air Walk on himself.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:22, Saves:(F:10+1/R:5+1/W:19+1, +RNL +4vsPoison&Fear), HP:88+10/88+10, Speed: 50' Thursday October 15th, 2020 7:46:32 PM "A Treant can usually speak Common, Sylvan and Treant, and is a creature, not a plant. We need someone who can talk most convincingly and persuasively.", he adds quietly - not wanting to give their position away. "I'm happy to move with Elyngael through the wooded area to flank, and seeing what else there might be in their support.", he says, checking to see if she agrees. "I'm seriously considering that myself 'Neshi, and I have an Air Walk available for anyone that would like it."
Elyngael (Lynnette D) AC: 26 T:15, FF:22, CMD 31 , HP 126/126 d20+29=37 ; d20+24=39 ; Thursday October 15th, 2020 7:48:11 PM "The last time I went ahead stealthily did not work out so well. So I'll stick with you guys this time but take point and keep an eye out for pitfalls or anything moving that shouldn't be." Survival d20+29=37 Perception d20+24=39
Vamir (Wade) AC:27 T:21 FF: 19 CMD: 20 Hps: 106/107 Ritual of Warding (S), Ritual of Spiritual Healing (S), d20+18=27 ; d20+16=30 ; Thursday October 15th, 2020 8:49:50 PM
Vamir looks over, "I will walk with Melzat. I don't want to leave him down here alone. We will move as silently as possible." (Stealth Vamir 27. Melzat 30)
Melzat stats AC: 31 T: 15 F: 23 Hit points: 132/143 CMB: 19 CMD: 14 Melee: 19/19/19 Damage: 2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/2d6+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost/3d8+9 +1d6 shock +1d6 frost Thorns (ex): This plant has poisonous thorns. Injury, instant onset, frequency 1/round for 2 rounds, damage 1d2 dex. The save DC is 10 + 1/2 hit dice + Con bonus (10 + 7 + 5 = 22). Also increase slam damage as if one size larger.
Ritual of Warding (Survival) Success: The coven gains a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws. Failure: The coven suffers a -1 penalty on saving throws vs spells.
Ritual of Spiritual Healing (Heal): Success: All cure spells cast by the coven are more effective; coven members roll d12’s for Cure Wounds spells instead of d8’s. Failure: The coven rolls d6’s instead of d8’s when casting cure spells.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 18/14/14; HP: 101/101; CMD: 20; Fly, Invisible Thursday October 15th, 2020 8:53:48 PM
Owen will fly above the others as they approach, but will stay some distance back. Within fireball range, but above the canopy of trees.
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