The Chosen of Domi dream about the birth of a cross-breed minotaur-wemic baby.
The Dream(dm sam) The Chosen of Domi dream about the birth of a cross-breed minotaur-wemic baby. Tuesday June 17th, 2003 8:48:00 AM
a few weeks have past since the Chosen have returned from Centaur Island. its been quiet, no emergencies, no action. everyone is just getting used to getting back to a somewhat normal life when the dream begins. first Leets has it. then Kachanga. eventually everyone has the same dream : a child is born on Minotaur Island, half minotaur, half wemic. in their dreams, each Chosen see themselves giving the child a gift, be it a dagger, a scroll, a ring, but each memeber gives the child something and then pledges to protect it. after the pledge, the smiling face of Domi appears just above the child and nods in the giftbearer's direction in approval.
all of the Chosen have had this dream severaly times, but what should they do about it?
Leets Tuesday June 17th, 2003 9:06:40 AM
Leets the centaur paladin soon looks tired and worried to the Chosen eyes. He obviously doesn't sleep a lot. He quickly tells the others about his dream, first at his spellcasters friends, then at Kanchana and finally the others when everybody has the same dreams. Lastly, he talks with Kenisha and Brahmah.
"It's a holy dream sent by Domi my friends...Kenisha, you did this dream too. It sounds like you're not the only one who will have a Taur baby, and I'm convinced the other one, as well as yours, will have an important part in our quest."
"Brahmah, this dream is too important to be ignored. I'm sure we must look for this child and give our presents in Domi's name..."
Ceira Tuesday June 17th, 2003 9:47:58 AM
"The level of difficulty in this search will depend on how well this baby is accepted on Minotaur Island. If the mother is shunned then it would be difficult for us to discover her."
Kenisha Tuesday June 17th, 2003 4:21:17 PM
"Yes, I did have the same dream." Kenisha nods to Leets. "And it is one we can ill-afford to allow to fade from our thoughts."
"Kale? Any thoughts on how best to locate the mother or this child? It could already be born."
Kanchana Tuesday June 17th, 2003 7:24:31 PM
Kanchana tells the others about the dream she has had. She is not surprised in the least that others have shared the same dream as her. Once she has shared what little she knows; and has listened to the words of the others, she returns to the garden with the waterfall to think more about this omen.
Flat-top Tuesday June 17th, 2003 8:36:06 PM
"Brahmah! I had the same dream, Half minotaur and Half Weimic. Boy! what a cute little calf. Domi was smiling at us as we gave the calf gift. I'm for going to Minotaur Island. Just to see the little Miracle." Flat-top paces for a while wondering "What will I bring the boy, Errr I think it was a male calf?"
Brahmah Tuesday June 17th, 2003 11:49:30 PM
Brahmah is quiet about the dream after he has it, but after a day or two, he mentions it and the other Chosen confirm theirs.
"I agree Chosen, the Child is important. As is Kenisha's and Kalon's wee-one. We have an obligation to both Children... true Children of Domi. Both of them will be the next generation of Taurs. We need to keep them safe and secure and unbias.... keep them from the biggotry of ingorant Taurs. If we find the Child, we bring them the gifts (tokens of Domi's love)." He waits a moment. "However, I think Hearthold Keep should be a safe haven for all mixed/Taur Children.... starting with these Children, Kenisha's and the mystery Child. The Gift for the Children will be keeping them safe ourselves. We also can't going into this search full throttle, or we may send the mother and father running with the Child, we may never find it then. As for other issue not brought to us in the dream... Marteaus! He may send someone after the New Child. He already had his minions try to kill Kenisha and her wee-one." "Anyone know whem the Child was or is born?? Anyone see the stars in your dreams? What season was it?"
Taric Wednesday June 18th, 2003 2:18:52 AM
Taric nods when asked if he had the same dream. He doesn't know much about young taurs though, but he realizes the importancy of this mixed calf for their quest.
"Hearthold Keep sounds like the safest place for now for the child. But it will be hard to find it. When we're going to Minotaur Island, I think it would be best to keep a low profile and investigate it."
Brahmah Wednesday June 18th, 2003 4:43:27 AM
Brahmah chuckles, not belittling Taric, but is caught off guard by his suggestion.
"Low profile!!? Sorry Taric my friend, I agree with you, whole heartedly... however, it'd be like asking a Gold Dragon to keep out of site. Here on the Taur Isles, not trying to sound arrogant, but The Chosen are as famous as Valdor... maybe. They all know us. In the last several months we've gotten into a few scrapes that will make us known. No. Fact is, even if we manage it as long as we can, we'll eventually be figured out, caught, what have ya. I think the best way for the time being is to be visible, make our prescence known. If we disappear, it's likely that, even in a short time, what we've done will slip into legend or myth, become forgotten. If Taurs catch us sculking around, it might bring a bad image to the Chosen or even bring up old feelings of mistrust between races." "I do agree with Tarics accessment, but that'll be plan 'B'. Anyone else?"
Flat-top Wednesday June 18th, 2003 5:33:52 AM
"I have an Idea!! How about a vacation, Going to Beautiful Minotaur Island to relax?? Do you think they'll going to believe that?" Flat-top Smiles at the others.
Kenisha Wednesday June 18th, 2003 9:19:09 AM
Kenisha nods at Flat-top's suggestion. "That sounds good. And maybe throw in some ambassadorial stuff. Like a good will tour as it were."
Kale Wednesday June 18th, 2003 10:10:02 AM
"If the baby isnt born yet, it will be pretty hard to find." Kale tells Kenisha. "But if it has already been born im sure we'll have no problem locating it. How often is a half minotaur, half wemic born?"
Going?(dm sam) Wednesday June 18th, 2003 10:13:51 AM
as the Chosen have decided to go in search of the baby, they have the captain of a small ship prepare his vessel for sailing. he tells them it will take a day to prepare, so the Chosen have one day to prepare for their trip to minotaur isle.
Ceira Wednesday June 18th, 2003 3:56:28 PM
"Brahmah is right." says Ceira, "What's even better is the fact that we left Minotaur Island on a good note so we may have the support of the residents."
Flat-top Wednesday June 18th, 2003 8:13:17 PM
"That's right, Ceira. One Island we'll be welcome at. Now what do I take to the child as a gift? Hmm! I know some apples, No No I'll eat them all." Wonders Flat-top, "Any sujestions? Any one?"
Kenisha Thursday June 19th, 2003 12:32:28 AM
"One day to find a gift for the child!" Kenisha exclaims, but then remembers that some of the refugees that had chosen to stay on Heartshold were artisans. "Well I'm going to try my luck at the market stalls. But barring anything else, I'll probably have to settle for one of my beads or trinkets that I wear in my hair."
With that Kenisha heads off to see what the locals have to sell. She wanders for quite a bit without luck and just when she's decided to give up she spots a leatherworker's stall tucked back between two more brightly decorated stalls.
Although the outside of his stall was plain, his wares inside were anything but. Tanned and stained leathers of all kind hung on walls and were laid out on the tables. There were drinking tankards and backpacks, boots and pouches; everywhere she looked she saw something that caught her eye with it's intricate designs and colors.
Then she saw it. It was a wineskin. Domi's holy symbol was prominently tooled into it. Beheath it was three figures; one Minotaur, one Centaur and one Wemic. Their hands were clasped together as they looked up at the symbol with smiling faces.
"Beautiful ain't it?" came a gruff voice from the back of the stall. Kenisha looked up, startled out of her revery. The voice belonged to an old Minotaur.
She smiled and nodded, "Yes it is. My name is Kenisha and I've been looking for something like this."
"I know ya. You're one of dem Chosen Ones." the old Taur replied. "M'name's Zetes and if'n you want to buy that, you'd better look at the other side."
She did as he suggested and there engraved into the leather was the spitting image of Kular's face right down to the piercing green eyes.
"I was going to give it to him, but he upped and died before I could." Zetes said matter-of-factly.
"It's the perfect gift I've been looking for." Kenisha told him with a smile. "How much is it?"
(ooc- A wineskin costs 1 gp, so how much for a fancy one? )
Brahmah Thursday June 19th, 2003 12:40:32 AM
"Yes, One Island still greets us (My island). Only one, we need to be welcome on all three. Where do we go if Minotaur Isle exiles the Chosen too? Hearthold Keep... we need to raise it's defenses. I've never bothered asking this, but Kenisha, do we own the Keep or are we just using it? You were the leader before me, what do you know about the Keep?" The Captain askes curiously. "I think, before any new offspring arrives at the Keep, we need more capable hands at the Keep to help defend it while the children are there... besides us; we'll be on vacation." He grins.
"Flat-top, anything you bring, will be gladly excepted. What did you see you giving the Child in your dream? I didn't see what I gave, visions rarily come in clear I've noticed." He smirks.
OOC: Is there a blueprint or some basic layout of the Hearthold Keep? Its defenses? How it is defended already, etc.? If so, can you send me(us) the information on the Keep? I realize this may not be something you expected Sam, but turns out it may become an issue. :)
Brahmah Thursday June 19th, 2003 12:48:10 AM
"I'm afraid my mind doesn't think in the 'gift-givin' fashion. Usually just grab something at a port side somewhere. Did that several times for mother b'fore she died." "Flat-top, I'll have to think on it long and hard... for the night. Pick something tomorrow."
Taric Thursday June 19th, 2003 2:01:32 AM
Taric listens to their plan unfolding.No suggestions from him this time, but he nods and smiles to assure them he agreew wholeheartedly with them.
He then starts thinking about what to give this special child. And then his mind jumps to Kenisha's child. He starts wondering why they had a vision about the other child, but not about the one Kenisha is having. Not able to find an snswer, Taric shrugs and tells himself that the ways of Domi are incomprehensible to mere mortals like himself.
Kale Thursday June 19th, 2003 7:19:12 AM
Kale goes to his room and begins to search through his belongings. "What can I give a baby?" he wonders aloud
Kanchana d20+6=26 Thursday June 19th, 2003 1:59:04 PM
Kanchana sits next to the waterfall and thinks about what would be appropriate to give a child. She takes a small piece of ash and begins to work on it while she waits to leave for Minotaur island.
She is trying to make a small round symbol of Domi (a small wooden 'shield' with the Hammer and Anvil of Domi carved into it). If she has the time she will carefully put four small holes along the edge so it can be sewed onto clothing.
She hopes to have it finished in time to give it to the child. She will continue to work on it during the voyage to the island.
(Craft check (carving; using MW tools) DC 26 or lower successful. Natural 20 rolled)
All Aboard(dm sam) Thursday June 19th, 2003 10:07:08 PM
the day passes quickly as each of the Chosen decide what might be a proper gift for the child. the next morning finds the captain of the ship at the doors of the keep, saying "We're ready to go. Where on the island do you want to go?"
Brahmah Friday June 20th, 2003 2:10:51 AM
As usual, Brahmah is up early like the rest of the dawn risers of the Keep. He clammers to find a gift for the Child, but all for naught. He figures he'll have time to find one as they search for the Child.
He meets the Captain of the ship at the doors. "Where on the island? WHERE!? Didn't t'ink of that. Um, south coast... maybe." He pauses with an epiphony. "No, home. My village 'states village name'." (OOC: Assuming the captain knows the area, Brahmah states the closest port town.)
As the Chosen get ready to leave, Brahmah thinks of his family's past, one of his sisters had beloved a wemic. It broke mothers heart.
Flat-top Friday June 20th, 2003 6:22:14 AM
Flat-top was up with the sun, eating breakfast Alfafa toast and Shreaded Wheat with milk sauce. The Klaw in the mugs was nice and warm, when Brahmah came in to eat. "Morning! Captain, sit down and have a nice cup of Klaw. It will chase the cobwebs away. You know it bothered me alot when I found out that Kenisha was going to have a fold with the late Weinic, But now I see Domi's Plan and looking foward to See... " At this point the Captain entered the Dinning Room and spoke to Brahmah.
Flat-top thinks *It woun't take me long to pack, I'll be ready in two shake of a calf tail.* Then he laugh to himself.
Kenisha Friday June 20th, 2003 6:29:15 AM
(ooc: since dm sam didn't want to touch my question on the value of the wineskin, I'll just make a guess and subtract it from her purse.)
Kenisha happily paid Zetes the ten gold pieces he asked for the wineskin and commissioned him to make two more just like it. 'After all, my child will be next and I have a feeling in my gut that there's going to still be one more child born after that."
The next morning, Kenisha boarded the ship and settled herself out of the way of the busy crewmembers.
Leets Friday June 20th, 2003 4:59:41 PM
Worried by Brahamh's words, Leets spends a lot of time walking the Heartkeep island with his dog...However, he's finally at the port when time to leave arrives. He joins Kenisha on the deck.
"It's strange how things changed...I remember the Surefoot Family Vineyard and the funny monster...In a way, I was enjoying this trip to find the child, but Brahmah remembered me that Marteaus' shadow is still there..."
"It's such a shame...I wonder in which world this child will grow up...If we fortify the Hearthold Keep, it will look like a fortress...I always was used to think it was a place were every Taur could be welcome..."
"Times to come will be strange for your child, Kenisha, but there will be a lot to do, to build...I hope we'll all still be there to see it..."
Kanchana Friday June 20th, 2003 7:52:27 PM
Kanchana checks her gear to make sure she hasn't forgotten anything, she checks one of her pouches for the gift she carved for the child. Quickly Kanchana finds her way to the kitchen and grabs a quick light meal before hurrying down to the docks for yet another boat ride. When everyone else arrives she will board the ship and find herself a place near the middle of the deck.
Taric Monday June 23rd, 2003 2:13:23 AM
Taric decides to draw a picture of Hearthold Keep while they are sailing away from it. On the Keep he draws the symbol of Domi and around the Keep he draws a Minotaur, a Centaur and a Wemic. All three smiling, looking at the symbol of Domi and forming a perfect circle around it.
"yes," says Taric to himself. "That should be nice for the child. Hopefully we don't have much trouble finding it, but my guess is it will be a hard bargain to locate it and protect it."
Taric just sighs, drinks in the salty breeze of the ocean and tries to relax as much as possible, realizing there won't be much time for that later on.
Kale Monday June 23rd, 2003 7:00:24 AM
standing outside with the others, Kale looks at the ship and says "Im not sure if I want to go. Something doesn not feel right."
Brahmah Monday June 23rd, 2003 10:27:51 AM
Brahmah looks at Kale. "I agree Kale, my stomachs have been unsettled from the start."
Kenisha Wednesday June 25th, 2003 12:05:20 AM
(ooc: Just checking to make sure I'm still getting through. Haven't seen a new post since 10:00 am on Monday)
Brahmah Wednesday June 25th, 2003 12:20:40 AM
OOC: Yeah, I was thinking the same thing. : )
Brahmah Wednesday June 25th, 2003 12:23:40 AM Brahmah gathers the Chosen for an important meeting of minds. He wants to know the deepest thoughts of the Chosen and wants to know what they are thinking about the Children of Domi.
Flat-top Wednesday June 25th, 2003 2:00:49 AM
"YES! Captain, I'm working on it.
Leets Wednesday June 25th, 2003 3:06:18 AM
"Concerning my point of view, I have a strange feeling about this newborn. Kenisha's child is also about to arrive, and it's just strange it happens at the same time..."
"The other thing is that I've never heard of well...crossed-Taurs before this day. The event brings much joy to my heart, because it sounds like Domi's will is finally happening, but I wonder why it happens now. I just feel like something terribly important is about to happen..."
Sailing Away(dm sam) Wednesday June 25th, 2003 7:24:52 AM
(OOC - im really sorry guys. ive just been swamped with everything and anything that can go wrong)
with ill feeling in their stomaches, the Chosen embark on the ship. within an hour the ship sails for minotaur isle. the day passes uneventfully and just before dusk the captain informs everyone that they will make the isle in the morning. again, the captain asks you which port would you like to land at?
late that night, all of the Chosen have the same dream. they see they're boat arriving at the southern southern tip of the island, at a place called Castle Violet. they see themselves walking down a road to a small village. there is a bright light, then the dream ends, though none of the chosen wake up.
it is now morning
Flat-top Wednesday June 25th, 2003 8:51:14 AM
"Look Captain, No storm this time." As Flat-top tends to the lines. Then he comes back to the girls, "Girls! I'm so proud of you, None of you got sick. You'll all make fine sailors."
Going to the cabin walls, Flat-top leans and goes to sleep, dreaming happy dreams.
Kanchana Wednesday June 25th, 2003 10:45:16 AM
Kanchana laughs weakly at Flat-top's comment. "I can can think of a great many other things I would rather do than sail." She smiles just a little bit, "it's a good thing that we will make landfall too." If nothing else comes up then she will look at the symbol of Domi that she has carved for the child to see if all is in order with it. She will also ponder the new strange dream she has had.
Kenisha Wednesday June 25th, 2003 4:31:11 PM
"I love the ocean, just not sailing on it for long." Kenisha replies with a laugh.
"I guess we should head for the southern tip and that castle there. What was it called?..... Ah yes, Castle Violet." she says when the captain asks for where they should be heading to to land.
To Leets Kenisha, in addressing his concerns about the mixed-taur children, "Once all taurs were a mixed race. It was the Suntering that split the races. Now that Domi's Hearts is Reunited, should it not be natural for the races to reunite as wel?"
Taric Thursday June 26th, 2003 1:47:18 AM
Taric enjoys the waves of the ocean, but it doesn't make him feel comfortable like it normally does. The new strange dream is gnawing at his nerves. And the past weeks haven't been normal either. The battles with the undead. Freeing the colts. And now these dreams with this mixed child. Taric tries to think everything over, but he doesn't know where to start. So he just stares over the immense waters of the ocean, trying to sort out whatever he can.
Leets Thursday June 26th, 2003 3:14:36 AM
As castle violet is now visible, Leets thinks of Kenisha's words as they come closer to the coast.
"You're right about the reunited heart, Kenisha, a pride between all for the glory of Domi...However, I wonder what will now occur since true Taurs are reappearing..."
Kale Thursday June 26th, 2003 5:20:27 PM
for whatever reason, Kale's stomache has been upset the entire trip. "Im not feeling good." he says moments before his lunch exits his mouth over the side. "I hope we arrive soon." he groans as heaves over the side again
Turning around(dm sam) Thursday June 26th, 2003 5:23:13 PM
"Castle Violet it is!" the captain yells as he orders his crew to turn the ship east. "We're a bit off course for the castle." the captain tells Brahmah, "But we should make it there by the morning."
Flat-top Thursday June 26th, 2003 6:37:29 PM
Flat-top watches as the Castle Violet comes into view, "Sisters! Look there's the Castle. We'll be ducking in the morning." Then Kale upchucks his lunch. "Woah! Are you nervius landing this side of the Island? Here I have some mint flaver seaweed to settle your stomack. Come lets get you in the hole and you get some rest."
Ceira Thursday June 26th, 2003 6:58:37 PM
Although the images are disturbing to others, Ceira is more accepting. "I feel as if Domi is guiding us in some way so I see these dreams as a good thing. The next generation of young Taurs will be our key leaders of reform if we are to have any hopes of reuniting the Taurs to their once great glory."
Kenisha Thursday June 26th, 2003 11:13:06 PM
"Imod is guiding us, but we are still few compared to the majority of our peoples." Kenisha simply states. "We must be strong and caring for all taurs. The future road we shall walk will not be a smooth or even one."
Kanchana Friday June 27th, 2003 4:18:12 PM
Kanchana tries to take a little nap onboard inspite of her misgivings about sailing.
Leets Sunday June 29th, 2003 4:29:05 PM
Leets feels better as the coast comes closer. Although he likes traveling and meet other Taurs, sailing is not the part of it he prefers...He also thinks of Kenisha's words, and feels better about it.
"You're right Kenisha. Whatever will happen, it shall be for the best. Those birth to come are miracles, and more than I have ever expected. Maybe...Maybe it's even the first sign we are succeeding in our holy quest!"
Kale Sunday June 29th, 2003 10:25:47 PM
"No thanks" Kale says to Flat-Top. "I think just ate some bad fish" then Kale goes below deck and tries to ride out this miserable trip
Taric Monday June 30th, 2003 12:55:32 AM
Taric nods at the wise words of Kenisha. He then falls back into contemplating their next move.
"Docking the Stormbringer"Adm Ceil Monday June 30th, 2003 6:03:30 AM
Dawn brakes over the horizon, the Captain come out of his cabin and takes his stance next to the wheel, yelling "Alright! You skervy bunch of blue eyeball monkies! Take your places and get ready to DUCK," At this point if you were asleep you are now wide awake and watching the sailors run around, "You there, take the mainsail down, We'll guide her in with the Jimmys. MOVE you bunch of crabtaurs. And you passengers can disinbark as soon as we get the gang plank down..." With a smile on his face, he adds "Have a nice day."
After all the running around the ship docks, all the sails comes down and tuck, then finaly the gang plank is laid down to the dock. The sailors stands there (with admeration in their eyes) smiling. "It was nice to have you aboard."
Flat-top Monday June 30th, 2003 7:29:55 AM
Flat-top wakes early and watches the docking prosses. Telling the sailors as he goes down the gang plank "smooths sailing, Captain'(and gives him a salute.) To the sailors "Good job, swabs."
Flat-top look around for a stall that sells trinket or bobbles. As he shop around, he spots something that grabs his eye. "Brothers and Sisters, wait for me at the road, will you?" To the little old lady behind the table, "I would like to buy this little knife Please?"
Leets Monday June 30th, 2003 7:36:25 AM
The Centaur paladin and his golden dog jump on the dock, glad to find back solid earth.
"It's a long time we've not landed here my dog, let's see what has changed!"
Leets looks here and there, curious and looking for interesting details.
Ceira Monday June 30th, 2003 11:47:31 AM
Although still a bit queasy, Ceira seems more relaxed after setting foot on hard land again. She takes a few quick stomps against the ground and mumbles, "Land is good." She takes a deep breath and her queasy stomach disappears as if my magic.
Kanchana Monday June 30th, 2003 4:06:31 PM
Zzzzz** Kanchana growls out a low rumbling growl at being awoken so rudely. Blinking sleepily she watches the sailors for a little bit before rechecking her gear. Her stomach feels a bit unsettled and she can't wait to make landfall. Kanchana takes the first opportunity to disembark, saying a hurried 'have a nice day' to the crew as she passes. Like a cub on its first adventure away from mom she drinks in all of the new things around her with wide open eyes. She follows the others practically dragging her feet trying to see everything.
Kenisha Monday June 30th, 2003 5:12:47 PM
Kenisha smiles and thanks the Captain and his crew for the smooth trip before carefully waddling down the gang plank to the terra firma of Minotaur Isle.
Taric Tuesday July 1st, 2003 1:58:55 AM
Taric nods to the captain and the crew before disembarking. He then makes sure he stays close to the other Chosen as he always feels a bit uneasy in the crowds.
It would be great if I could fly over here instead of walking through it, thinks Taric to himself. But I guess that dream will have to wait for now. Soon though, soon....
"On The Road Again" Adm Ceil Tuesday July 1st, 2003 6:45:08 AM
After looking around and a little shoping, you all take to the road heading north for Imod City. The people are friendly, But snorts and glares at the weimics in the party. Still you are on your way.
ooc: I want you to discribe the scenery, Taurs, Birds and Bees Anything that come into your view...
Your turn
Flat-top Tuesday July 1st, 2003 7:37:08 AM
Flat-top trots along the road, along the road are field of wild flowers, Brown Eye Suezans and Clover (Oh! Yes Lots and Lots of Clover.) the other side of fields is a marsh (or swamp) with Cats Tails pocking the sky. Flat-top ask a question of the minotaurs in the group, "I wonder wht they call it Violet Castle, Theres no Violet growing around here?"
Flat-top starts to trot with the weimics, because he does not like the snorting of some minotaurs passing by.
Kale Tuesday July 1st, 2003 8:00:32 AM
"I feel much better." Kale says to no one in paticular as he marches down the road. Im almost temped to take off my hat, he thinks to himself as he sees, for the first time in a while, his homeland. Almost, he thinks as he traces his hand across the stars on his face
Ceira Tuesday July 1st, 2003 11:13:03 AM
Always tempted by her sweet tongue, Ceira is quite jovial as she hops from shop to shop sampling all the delicacies she remembered from the last time she visited Minotaur Island. The most common ones found are the Minotaur Donuts. Maybe it has to do with the game they play. Ceira watches as one small minotaur child toss one donut into the air while four other minotaurs try to catch it with their horn. The winner happly scarfs down the donut.
Ceira continues on in search of her most favorite delicacy... the ever popular Taur-Berry Pie.
Leets Tuesday July 1st, 2003 1:22:34 PM
"Imod City..." Thinks Leets, with a smile.
The Centaur Paladin is always glad to come on Minotaur Island, because he knows he can find followers of Domi almost everywhere here. Of course, it's the same thing on Centaur Island, but those are Centaur, like Leets...
The paladin smiles a little bit more as the group crosses the way of pilgrims coming from Imod City. Seeing holy symbols around their neck is a real joy to Leets' paladin's heart, and he wispers a prayer to the almighty Taur Father as he goes on troting...
Kenisha Tuesday July 1st, 2003 8:25:05 PM
Because of the sneers and glares at her wemic friends, Kenisha sticks close to Ceira as she sees her friend getting sidetracked by the sweets being sold.
She was about to suggest that Ceira stay closer to the others when a wonderful smell hits her nose. She looks about and finds that an old Minotaur woman is selling fruits dipped in caramel or chocolate. She watches as a child picks out some strawberries and the old woman dips them into the warm caramel. But it's not the smell of the fruits that has Kenisha's interest. The next booth over is selling pickles.
Irrestistably drawn to them, she buys a dozen pickles then asks the woman if she would be willing to dip them in the caramel. "I'll pay the full price even though I'm not buying the fruit." she adds to entice the woman to go along with her strange request.
But the old Taur, seeing Kenisha's swollen belly just laughs and dips the pickles for her and only asks for half the normal price.
Now it's Kenisha's turn to need to catch up to the rest of the Chosen, her dozen caramel-coated pickles wrapped in wax-paper in her bag.
She happily munches on one of them after she catches up to the group.
Kanchana Wednesday July 2nd, 2003 12:55:49 AM
Kanchana watches all of the hustle and bustle, she sniffs the air to determine all of the mingled scents and finds that there are too many to identify. Then she starts to look at the people around her and sees that they seemed friendly enough. Until she notices the first snort and glare leveled her way, at this shock she notices that there are actually quite a few glares in her direction. Kanchana quickly looks for the others and sobered of her childlike fascination she picks up her pace to join the others. If she gets the chance Kanchana will quietly ask either Taric or Kale if it is customary for people here to snort at Wemics and if she should try to return the guesture.
Taric Wednesday July 2nd, 2003 1:44:59 AM
Taric drinks in all the sounds and smells. Until he notices the snorts and glares at the Wemics in the group. Feeling more than a little offended Taric starts to approach one of the glarers until he realizes it might compromise their mission. He decides to leave it at an angry look before walking up to Kanchana, who obviously seems to have a problem with the glares. "They don't know any better. I feel pity for them." is all he says while putting an arm over her shoulders and walking with her, making sure they stay close to the other Chosen.
Kale Wednesday July 2nd, 2003 6:56:23 AM
Kale laughs a little at Kachanga's question and says "They're minotaurs, they snort an anthing that isnt a minotaur. Dont take it personally, its like Taric said, they dont know better."
"Look a Farm House"Adm Ceil Wednesday July 2nd, 2003 8:14:08 AM
You all brush off the uneasyness, continue on the road when you spot a farm house. With a stand Selling the most beautiful apples. The farmer and his son are comming with fresh picked apples. "Yoo! there Taurs, do you want some apples?" He arives at the stand, he takes a good look at all of you. His smiles changes to a cross look (and to a Minotaur is hard to do)"Why are you Minotaurs traveling with THOSE monster Weimics? Don't you know of the invasions they do around here?" and points at the weimic in the group.
OH! My I wonder what is up with him???
Your turn.
Leets Wednesday July 2nd, 2003 9:05:24 AM
"Oh brother Taur! Don't fool yourself! See, you're talking to a Centaur as one of your kind. So is the case with those Wemics!"
"Not so long ago, the Centaur and Minotaur people were at war, but now hatred is forgotten, and we see ourselves as brothers!"
"For sure if you tell us, there are Wemics at war, but not all are to associate with their agressive cousins! The ones you see among us are here to make things better, bearing a message of peace to unite the Taur People, in the name of our almighty father Domi, Imod and Tomi. As a cleric of Domi myself, I can grant you they are not here to create more troubles, but on the contrary to make the current ones cease!"
Ceira Wednesday July 2nd, 2003 9:19:55 AM
"You speak of invasions." responds Ceira. "Did you notice any emblems or banners that might give us a clue about which clan is causing you trouble?"
Flat-top Wednesday July 2nd, 2003 3:57:26 PM
"Sir! What do you mean invasion, I know Ceria and Kanchana here are dieing to know? After all we have been here to taur Island Many times. and solved many of your problems. How much for these apples?" ask Flat-top hopeing to get more information out of the farmer.
Kenisha Wednesday July 2nd, 2003 11:30:09 PM
Kenisha trots up next to Ceira and whispers to her. "I guess we now have a better idea why those Taurs back there were frowning at you guys. Pickle?" she offers one of her caramel covered pickles to the wemic.
Kanchana Thursday July 3rd, 2003 12:40:58 AM
Kanchana chews her lower lip as she thinks this over. She is fairly certain that all this must have something to do with the birth of the child they seek. She looks at the farmer and asks, "how long have you; your people, been suffering these invasions?"
Taric Thursday July 3rd, 2003 2:22:49 AM
Taric is curious to those invasions as well, but hearing all the other Chosen already firing questions at the farmer, Taric takes the time to look around to see if anybody besides them is near the farm.
"More Infomation" Adm Ceil Thursday July 3rd, 2003 7:21:11 AM
"When the Invasion started? Don't you Cattaurs ever talk to each other? Hmmm! let me see now they rob and rap, on and off for over a year now. These weimic here won't find too many people friendly." At this point Taric spots the wife of the farmer comes out of the house and she heading this way. "Stay back, Martha! theres weimics in this group. We don't want anything to happen to you too." said the old farmer. "Sier! These Taurs are the Chosen Ones!" replied the son. "SHUT UP!" replied the Farmer.
Wow a family fight??
Your turn.
Ceira Thursday July 3rd, 2003 11:08:15 AM
Although initially resistant to the sneers, they have been accumulating to a level that has become somewhat irritating to Ceira. She starts to lose her appetite but quickly scarfs down her pie so it's not wasted.
"Rape?" whispers Ceira. "As horrible as it may sound, I wonder if that is the circumstance that brought about the mixed child?" Ceira shakes her head in disbelief, "No, no, no... Domi's vision says otherwise. It should be legit."
Flat-top Thursday July 3rd, 2003 1:53:46 PM
Flat-top mouth drops open, his eyes bug out, nothing says makes any sence "abaa-abaa-err-ray-ray-err-somebody-err-give-err-me couff-chouck-wawa." Flat-top's black skin turns gray, and his legs are wobbly. He has to hold himself up on Leets shoulders.
Kenisha Thursday July 3rd, 2003 11:35:11 PM
Kenisha stays by Ceira's side but pleads with the farmer and his family, "Please, gentle Taurs, if we are to help we need to know all we can about these attacking wemics. Have you noticed any identifying marks, banners, and the like. Also do they attack from any one particular direction? Do their attacks seem random or are their tragets chosen deliberately?"
Kenisha d20+5=19 Thursday July 3rd, 2003 11:39:00 PM
(ooc- Oops forgot my Diplomacy check= 19)
Kanchana d20=15 Friday July 4th, 2003 12:41:35 AM
Kanchana listens to what is said, and asks the farmer "are the attacks spread out in random areas, or concentrated around one particular area? Hmm, in other words do they seem to have made a camp nearby or are they migrating?" She tries to hide her disapproval of his verbal treatment of his mate and child. "Also you need not fear any harm coming from Ceira or I; indeed any of the Chosen, to your family. We are all here to protect and serve, not to do harm." (Diplomacy check 15)
Leets d20+3=17 Friday July 4th, 2003 6:30:30 AM
"Hey Flat-Top! What's the problem?"
The Centaur Paladin tries to check what are Flat-Top's troubles (wisdom 17)...
"Do you feel better, hey! Flat-Top?"
If Flat-Top still has troubles, Leets will use a Cure Disease ability...
Kale Friday July 4th, 2003 7:08:47 AM
Kale remains quiet throughout the conversation, taking in the farmer's words. them, suddenly, he says "Im going up ahead to look around." then leaves the others to scout the trail
"Mother Taur (farmer Wife) Speaks"AdmCeil Friday July 4th, 2003 10:46:12 AM
The Farmer Wife's arives, with a smoth voice tell her Husband "Now! Now! Farther, do not up set this little filly here, she is about to drop her colt soon. Are you not Centaur mare? She turns to the rest of the party "We did not notice any Flags or simbles. We hid in the root-cellar. The ones who got the worse of it in some clusters of farms west of Imod City and south of Swamp River, just out of the mountains. The littles farms got hit by the real bad ones." She turns to the females of the party, "The birthing Sheds are a little ways out of Imod. There was some whispers of a monster to be born in a few days. The farms are a stone throw from the marsh and swamp. That's where those evil Weimic came out of." She sell them a few apples, then ask the males of the party, "Which one of you is the farther of the Fillies Colt?" She looks at Flat-top choking and smiles "Ahh! A nervious PaPa!"
Kenisha Friday July 4th, 2003 11:54:51 PM
Kenisha gives the Farmer's Wife a wane smile as she corrects her mistake. "Ah, no. Flat-top here, while certainly a fine stallion, is not the father of my child. The father died protecting the Wold from the evils of Marteaus. I still miss him sorely, be he is with me and our child in spirit."
She gives the other Cosen a look, hoping to keep them from mentioning Kalon by name or species. It galled her to have to deny Kalon this way, but if the wife considers the Minotaur child a monster, she probably would think Kenisha's child was one too.
Leets Saturday July 5th, 2003 11:43:45 AM
"Hehe...It looks like you feel a little bit better, papa...Hehe..."
Smiles Leets as he helps Flat-Top.
"As for your words - says the Centaur Paladin to the farmer's wife - the children that are about to come will soon be as this group: united from the differences. Once monsters, now the hope of the Taur People. Remember my words, because they will soon sound right to you, Wemic woman..."
Flat-top Saturday July 5th, 2003 7:17:42 PM
"Phue! You dear lady have taken me by suprise. But I do hope to be one of the God Farthers to Widow Kenisha's colt. We knew the farther very well, he gave his life for the Taurs, all the Taurs." This fighter said with pride. "Thank you Leets for your help. I was choking on a pear, I should have stayed with apples. Hee! Hee!" sait flat-top as the flush disapears from his face.
Kale Sunday July 6th, 2003 10:27:10 AM
Kale scouts about 100 yards away then returns to the others. "Are we ready to go" he asks impatiently
Kanchana Monday July 7th, 2003 1:41:54 AM
Kanchana moves away from the stand to wait for the others so they can get a move on.
Ceira Monday July 7th, 2003 11:23:02 AM
"Thank you for your assisstance." Ceira says to the farmer's wife as she bows most graciously to leave a good impression.
Ceira walks over and pats Flat-top on the back. "Are you doing okay Flat-top? You seem awfully hungry." she chuckles.
Enter the Minotaur Village (DM Jim) Monday July 7th, 2003 3:19:57 PM
The short walk that leads the rest of the way to the small village was invigorating and peaseful. Still your minds are still racing with the news that you have gathered on the way and mostly with the thoughts of the birth of a child that will unite the Taur races.
You see several minotaurs going about thier business, though you do get some odd stares from a few. Several of the older and younger ones cross themselves when they see you in protection of some evil. As you walk through the village you notice that several taurs stop to watch you in curiosity, but they never stop thier work.
Finally you come to a large buiding near the center of the community. It is largest building and is most definitely the community center. All of you know that this is where the birthing shed is located. You are stopped by the crossed spears of a pair of burly minotaur guards. "What do you want here...state your business."
[Feel free to talk to people in the village if you like. Kenisha feels slight twinges in her womb area, just light twinges nothing more.]
Flat-top Monday July 7th, 2003 6:34:39 PM
"Who Pal! those sword are sharp. I heard of some raids that you people had to endore? Did you see if they had any symbles on their shield? Any thing odd about them? In what direction did they came from?" Flat-top turn to talk to Tauric and Leets, "Kenisha! why did you make that funny face??"
Kenisha Monday July 7th, 2003 8:39:23 PM
"Ah... My belly just twinged. Nothing heavy or anything like that." Kenisha reasures her friend.
Taric Tuesday July 8th, 2003 4:31:19 AM
Taric had sad thoughts, feeling depressed ever since the first mention of the attacks of the Wemic's. Domi's way are not understandable, so he keeps telling himself, but he thought there should have been another way.
He seems to wake up from a bad dream when Flat-top says something to him. "Huh, wha, what? Oh, it's you Flat-top. Well, I certainly don't know much about warfare, but those two MinoTaurs sure know how to hold a spear. I wonder why this building would be so heavily guarded though?"
Leets Tuesday July 8th, 2003 6:44:40 AM
"As said my friends, brother Taurs, we are here to do something about those Wemic Raiders and follow our holy quest of uniting the Taurs."
Leets doesn't even think before answering Flat-Top.
"Puh! I wouldn't be surprised if Marteaus' unholy symbol was appearing on those Raiders' shield! This forfeit bears the seal of the false god!"
Ceira Tuesday July 8th, 2003 11:36:21 AM
Ceira's face lights upon hearing Kenisha's announcement. "Oh boy! Is it almost time already? How long has it been?" she begins clapping her hands in excitement.
Ceira whispers to Brahmah, Kale, and Taric, "I suggest one of you minotaurs also say a word or two to let those guards feel at more on the same level with us."
Kanchana Tuesday July 8th, 2003 4:36:18 PM
Kanchana moves off to the side and walks slowly up to the guards; and stops at parlaying distance. The distance she stops at is approximately two longsword lengths from the nearest guard to herself. "Greetings Guardians," Kanchana gives a taur version of a half-bow in greeting, "we are here at the behest of Father Tomi; Father Imod I believe he is known to you. And may the Great Father and Mother Wold bless and protect your kith and kin." Kanchana looks to the birthing shed, "is it common among your people to guard a place of birthing so?" She gives the nearest guard a look of respect, "if so then your women-folk must surely feel great honor at such vigilance." Kanchana makes sure her gestures are peaceful and nowhere near any of her weapons as she waits for an answer. She also hopes the she has not made a faux pas by not letting Brahmah, Kale or Taric speak first.
Kale Tuesday July 8th, 2003 10:26:34 PM
Kale walks up next to Kachanga and adds to her speach. "We're the Chosen. No doubt you have heard of us. We wish to see the mother to be, bearing gifts from Rainbow bridge island. Will you allow us to pass?"
Kenisha Tuesday July 8th, 2003 11:32:15 PM
Kenisha gives a light laugh and shakes her head at Ceira, "I don't think it's time yet. but he, or she, is certainly getting heavy enough. This is my first foal, but I'm fairly certain that minor twinges like that are normal."
Guards at the Birthing Shed (DM Jim) Wednesday July 9th, 2003 3:58:37 PM
The left guard, obviously the leader, shakes his head. "The liontuar gave us pause...thier kind is not liked around here and the high priest Bloran is inside." He takes general stock of each of you as he thinks over your other questions. "The liontaur raiders bear no banners or other signs of allegience." He notices the face of Kenisha and smiles slightly. "The birthing shed is attached to the back of this building...if you have need." The guards pull back thier spears while stareing at the wemic in the group. "You may enter...but watch that liontaur...and no trouble."
The inside of the community center is a big open room with rows of benches lining the outside walls. Standing in the center of the room is a shorter minotaur that exudes charisma. He is wispering to four armed minotaurs about something. He looks up as you enter a snear passes across his face, but is soon replaced by a smile. "Welcome Chosen...what are you here for??"
[I will be needing someone to take of Leets for awhile. Email me if you are intersted and I will give you a copy of his character sheet. If he has already gotten someone then please let me know by email as well.]
Flat-top Wednesday July 9th, 2003 5:04:48 PM
"Good Girl! Kenisha, that's a good idea to fake a little labor trick." Flat-top takes Kenishas hand, opens the door for them, then lead the little mother inside. "Come on Lets go, Taric! You have the golden gift of speach. Talk to the minotaur now that we're in." Flat-top wonders to himself, *they seem to know who we are, BUT still a little chilly.*
Taric Thursday July 10th, 2003 1:57:05 AM
Taric walks inside and takes a quick view at the surroundings. He then approaches the shorter, charismatic Minotaur and stops a few steps away from him, his arms spread wide in front of him to assure he has no hostile intentions.
"Greetings. Most honorable Bloran I presume? We, the Chosen," continues Taric, while making an armgesture to include all his friends," had word of your troubles here and have come to offer our help with anything you might need. We're not here to stir up any unrest. So far we didn't get a clear report on exactly what happened, but I'm sure you could tell us more about what has been happening."
Taric smiles and waits patiently for the answer of the highpriest.
Kenisha Thursday July 10th, 2003 6:16:48 AM
Kenisha rolls her eyes at Flat-top but is smiling as she enters. She looks around after the short Minotaur's words of welcome, satisfied with Taric's answer.
Kale Thursday July 10th, 2003 9:10:24 AM
as he enters, Kale looks around for the mother to be. once she is spotted Kale will return to the door and stand guard, even though there are guards outside doing it
Ceira Thursday July 10th, 2003 10:46:38 AM
To avoid stirring up any negative vibes as a wemic, Ceira will remain quiet while standing behind the rest of the group.
She will smile warmly at any of the minotaurs that look in her direction.
Leets Thursday July 10th, 2003 2:02:58 PM
Leets bows respectfuly when meeting Bloran.
"High Priest, I'm deeply honored. I am Leets Talric of the Talric tribe, faithfull servant and chosen of Domi, and Paladin of our holy order. As for the reasons of our presence, I'll let our wise leader, Brahmah, explain you..."
"Oh! And here is Managarm! He is a faithfull follower of Domi as well!"
Kanchana d20+3=7 d20+4=7 d20+4=10 Thursday July 10th, 2003 4:14:47 PM
Kanchana thinks about the comment the guards made and frowns. She considers how rude they were in response to her politeness. She stays in the middle of the party and keeps her mouth shut for now. Kanchana looks around for anything that seems odd or out of place, she does not move around the room to look. However she is just too preoccupied with the Minotaur attitude towards her to really pay any attention to anything.
(Search 7, Spot 7, Listen 10)
A soft voice from the birthing shed. (DM Jim) Thursday July 10th, 2003 6:31:02 PM
Bloran lets the group come to were he is standing. With a bow to each he clasps his hands behind his back. He listens to Taric politely and then shakes his head. With a gesture to those stansing nearest him he sends them away. "Leave me to talk to The Chosen." Bloran then moves closer so that the group may hear him better, he glances to the liontaur and wonders for a minute then shrugs.
"The liontaurs have been attacking here for about two months now...a rogue group I am sure. We have thus far been able to handle the situation...but maybe your arrival is a blessing. This group holds no allegience that we have seen and indeed the liontaurs themselves say that they do not work under thier orders." He shrugs as if he is not particularly sure about that last bit, but leaves it unspoken.
Bloran turns as he hears a soft voice call his name and he turns to move to the birthing shed. "Are you ok my sister?" You can hear concern in his voice as he gently strokes her head. You notice that this is the taur from your vision.
Kale will take up sentry duty at the main door or he can move to stand guard at the entrance to the birthing shed.
Many of the minotaurs in the room glance to Ceira and smile sheepishly at her, but some return her smile with angry looks. A couple of the mothers in the room pull their curious children back when they start to approach.
[I have Ciel willing to take over for Leets till he gets back.] [Please email me with observations about my posts and how I am doing.]
Flat-top Friday July 11th, 2003 6:24:25 AM
Flat-top stands behind Brahmah and Taric as they talk to Bloran, when a little voice was heard. Flat-top not paying too much attention to the rest of the minoraurs in the room, But this voice was a little familure, he turns toward the voice as Bloran soothes her fears. Flat-top look at her with suprize on his face, "Brothers! Sisters! Remember the Dream? Is that not HER in the dream? Domi has sent us here."
Ceira Friday July 11th, 2003 11:18:47 AM
Ceira gasps at the sight of the familiar mother. While still remaining quiet, she quickly begins rummaging through her belongings to figure out what she wants to give as a present.
Taric Friday July 11th, 2003 11:29:14 AM
Taric blinks with his eyes. The mother from the dream. He then realizes the peculiar situation they are in right now, although Bloran seems to have accepted the mixed child. That is if he is aware at all.
Taric sets a step following Bloran and says: "Domi's will is great. He has led us here to protect this village, but more specifically your sister, honorable Bloran. We have to protect her from anyone who want to cause her harm and we've also brought along some gifts for the child. That is if you would allow us to enter the birthing shed."
Protecting the mother and child not only from the Liontaurs, but mostly from small-minded Minotaurs, so thinks Taric to himself.
Kanchana Friday July 11th, 2003 1:16:27 PM
Kanchana turns her wandering attention back to Bloran. Under her breath she questions what she thought she heard to herself, "he has spoken with them??" Kanchana's words sound more like an intoned exhale than any actual words; as she doesn't want to offend any already touchy Taurs. She was too busy talking to herself and letting her mind wander to fully catch what was said about the mother-to-be.
Kale Saturday July 12th, 2003 7:01:26 AM
Kale will move up to the birthing shed, but having no interest in seeing a live birth, he states he waiting outside and leans against the birthing shed
Kenisha Saturday July 12th, 2003 11:21:29 AM
Kenisha smiles as she sees the mother from the dreams. (If allowed) Kenisha makes her way over to Bloran's sister.
"Greetings sister Taur, I hope you are well?"
The Midwife Speaks and New Arrivals. (DM Jim) Monday July 14th, 2003 7:43:33 PM
The mother turns as Kenisha approaches the bed and smiles warmly. Noone makes a move to stop her and despite earlier feeling gained from Bloran, he seems happy that you have shown an interest in his sister.
Vrurt looks up and gives you a wain smile. "Well met sister Taur...you are one of The Chosen..." Vrurt takes a few minutes to let her own words sink in and then blurt out. "It is an honor."
With a move of his arm Bloran indicates those that have followed him into the birthing shed. "These are some of her companions...a good sign for all the births today."
Within a few short minutes an older female minotaur comes over, her arms crossed over her chest and a cross look on her face, stopping only a few feet from Bloran. "Ten more minutes and then no visitors...she is nearing her time and you should know better Bloran." The old midwife gives each of you a look that says, heed my words or you are in for it. That is until her eyes fall upon Kenisha and she smiles a warm smile. "You look to be nearing time as well young colt...if you have need Old Koot will be here to help." She then makes her way to a table that has stuff she was working on on it.
Bloran looks sheepishly at the floor and then goes back to reassuring his sister that everything is fine. After about eight minutes he takes his leave to go outside of the community center. You notice that a group of men/women have entered the little village and have started to set up camp near the outskirt. A couple of them are currently negotiating for some food.
Flat-top Tuesday July 15th, 2003 6:08:34 AM
Flat-top steps up to meet Vrurt (Bloran's sister), bows from the waist "It is a honor to meet you, Ma'am" Then turn to leave the birting shed (Like he was told) Meeting with the rest of the party "A midwife named Old Koot? Kale, Honest she look as if she could as if she could pick up Kenisha all by herself."
"Kale! I wonder how long these transits will be here?" He wonders.
Ceira Tuesday July 15th, 2003 9:45:05 AM
"Is there anything I can do to help?" asks Ceira?
While waiting, she will take a glance outside a window and discover the men and women. "Do you get many human travelers through your city? I wonder why they have interest here?" wonders Ceira.
Kale Tuesday July 15th, 2003 9:47:04 AM
"Well, ill go find out." Kale says to Flat-Top and then walks over to the campsite. "Its rare that we see humans here. " Kale says to the nearest one. "My name is Kale, and me and my companions are called the Chosen. Who might you be?"
Kenisha Tuesday July 15th, 2003 12:08:49 PM
Kenisha clasps Vrurt's hand in her own and says, "Any time Taurs come together with kindness and brotherhood towards each other it is an honor to our God. Your time is nigh, but I would like to speak to you about you and your child when you are able."
When the midwife comes over to chastize them, Kenisha smiles and nods to her. "I am still a few weeks out if I've calculated it right, honored ma'am, but I thank you for your generosity."
Kenisha will stay with Vrurt until the ten minutes are up, assiting in making her comfortable and then will head over to the other Chosen.
Taric Tuesday July 15th, 2003 2:46:18 PM
Taric nods politely to Vrurt before leaving the birthing shed, feeling a lot better when he is outside. He follows Kale, but stands a few feet behind him, to be able to react to any kind of danger. He'll let Kale do the talking for now.
Kanchana Tuesday July 15th, 2003 4:32:58 PM
Kanchana stays at the door to the birthing shed and listens to the banter. She decides not to go in figuring that there are already too many there as it is, and Vrurt would probably like some quiet. She catches the snippet about the humans and steps back from the door to let the others pass. Kanchana follows Kale and Taric over to the humans, and waits to the side of Taric. She folds her arms across her chest lightly and surveys the humans. Kanchana is smiling a little and tries to look friendly and not menacing. She will pay close attention to anything the humans say; particularly if they say anything about Wemics.
Enter the Mailed Fist. (DM Jim) Wednesday July 16th, 2003 2:02:12 PM
Vrurt gives a smile to Flat-top as he is so polite and then watches as he leaves. Outside Flat-top makes his way over to speak to Kale about these transits that have come into the village.
Ceira offers her services to Old Koot and with a smile she is sent outside. "That is ok dearie...Old Koot has it well in hand." The midwife goes back to her preparations.
Vrurt has many things to talk about, mostly centered on babies, and fills the small space of time talking to Kenisha. The midwife will just shrug her shoulders and smile at Kenisha. "Just remember my offer dearie...if you find the need." Kenisha notices that she is not run out of the birthing shed as fast as the others that would loiter past the ten minutes. Still she makes her leave and goes out to see what the other Chosen are on about.
Taric and Kanchana follow Kale over to the campsite that the humans are setting up. Kale's question prompts a big man to come over as he gives his men a commanding look. "Keep setting up camp." He nods to Kale and those that came with him. He shows no outward emotions of any kind though he does offer a waterskin*contains honey mead* to Kale, first taking a long touch himself. "We are men of the Mailed Fist." He glances back to make sure that everyone is still working hard. "My men and I just came off a mission in Imod City and are returning to report in." He does not elaborate on the mission or anything, but that is expected of a good soldier. From a quick count they number eight members and one is a female. They are also a diverse group of talents from the dress of some.
Ceira Wednesday July 16th, 2003 5:28:41 PM
After walking outside, Ceira glances over and decides to meet up with the others near the Mailed Fist. She nods her head to acknowledge the man that is talking but does not interrupt. "Returning to report in you say?" repeats Ceira. "To whom are you reporting to? He or she seems to have much faith in a human's skills. Not that there's anything wrong with a human's abilities. It's just rare to seek outside help in this manner.
Ceira will take a closer look at everyone to see how well armed they are.
Taric d20+4=14 Wednesday July 16th, 2003 6:55:29 PM
Taric takes a good look at all the members of the Mailed Fist to see if he can determine what profession they excel in. He keeps listening to the ongoing conversation though, to make sure he doesn't miss anything.
OOC: int-check = 14 if needed
Flat-top d20+6=24 d20+4=19 Wednesday July 16th, 2003 9:25:01 PM
OOC: Listens at 24 - Spots at 19.
Flat-top follows behind Brahmah and Kale, But closer to the girls. Thinking back about the "Mailed Fist", but really never hearing any thing about them. So they are not military any way. But still has the feeling that nags him. So Flat-top hang back a little, with the girls and keeping his arm cross on his chest (and a hand close to his Morning Star), watching and listening. Thinking to himself *Why do I have this feeling about these Human Taurs?*
Kenisha d20+3=21 Thursday July 17th, 2003 6:22:15 AM
Kenisha stays back, letting the others talk to the humans. She does watch and see how people react , concerned that someone might try to harm Vrurt or her child.
(sense motive=21)
Kanchana d20+4=13 d20+3=6 Thursday July 17th, 2003 1:41:07 PM
Kanchana looks carefully at the group of humans and wonders if they have any craftsmen or artisans among them. She looks for tools, weaponry and armor. "Good sir, have you crossed paths with any Wemic groups lately?", Kanchana addresses the spokesman directly.
(Spot check 13, Search 6)
Kale Friday July 18th, 2003 6:56:21 AM
"Ive heard of you" Kale says as he takes a dring from the waterskin. "I belive that you have your headquarters in Imod city, do you not?" then seeing that most of his companions are nervous, Kale waves them back a bit and says "Dont worry, they are no enemies of ours."
Richard Saturday July 19th, 2003 12:22:50 PM
Test post
A New Chosen Enters the Picture. (DM Jim) Sunday July 20th, 2003 10:03:12 PM
The man takes back the skin and takes another pull for himself. "I am Commander Miroband and we were doing a job in Imod City...that is not our headquarters." He glances to the rest of the group as Kale talks. "What would The Chosen have to fear from us...we are just resting up here and then moving on." He seems to pointedly ignore the question posed by Ceira as if it is of no concern. You get the sense that they are telling the truth and just here to rest, then move on.
He glances to Kanchana, having used his time speaking to Kale to best answer her question. "No darling we have not seen any wemic bands around...we did run onto a lone wemic though" He glances to the road that they took to get into the village and smiles. "Here he comes now...if you want to speak to him. Personally I think he is crazy...keeps rambling about a mission and finding someone...well The Chosen to be exact, I guess you guys."
Your inspection of the group tells you that they are armed pretty well. You can count the following on the Mailed Fist; longsword, several shortswords, longbows, morningstar, chainmail. One is unarmored and you would guess from her bearing she is a arcane practitioner. One has to be a cleric and the others you would guess to be fighters.
You see four large minotaurs charge towards the new wemic with spears. They make no move to attack but do stop him from going any further. You notice one as the leader that stopped you at the community center doorway. "What business does a wemic have in our village? State your business and no funny stuff or we run you through right here." The other three that came with him continue to watch the tree line, looking for any signs of more.
[Richard...here is your intro so start posting my boy. This will be considered as Mondays DM post as I needed to hold off long enough to make sure Richard was ready to go.]
[Could I also get an email from each of you so that I know who is still playing. This will allow me to know exactly when I can make a new DM post, this will allow me to let everyone post an action. Thanks.--DM Jim]
[Gee...sorry about that emial addy jade_dragon_1974@yahoo.com.]
Vasch Monday July 21st, 2003 10:09:50 AM
Holding his weapon in a defensive posture, Vasch stands firm. "I seek Domi's chosen. I was led to believe they were in your village."
He lowers his weapon placing the point in the ground as a sign of his peaceful intent. "I intend no harm to any of your clan. I only seek the Chosen are they here?"
Ceira Monday July 21st, 2003 10:34:29 AM
Upon seeing another wemic, Ceira starts jumping and waving her arms wildly to get Vasch's attention. "Over here! Over here!" she exclaims. "We are The Chosen of Domi. What can we do for you?"
Flat-top Monday July 21st, 2003 10:47:00 AM
Flat-top walks around the new commer Vasch. "Hmmm! A good looking Weumic, don't you think Girls? Who told you about the Chosen? And what do you want with the Chosen of Domi?" Flat-top is making no war like moves BUT will extend his hand to Vasch "I'm called Flat-top, I'm a fighter called into the Service of Domi. You know that you were doing some intresting mumbling back there."
Kenisha Monday July 21st, 2003 4:40:43 PM
Kenisha shakes her head at Flat-top's words, eternaly amused by his semantic antics. She approaches and says, "Greetings brother Taur. I am Kenisha of the Chosen."
Taric Tuesday July 22nd, 2003 1:13:30 AM
Taric follows the others towards the newcomer Vasch. He makes a respectful nod towards him, but doesn't approach any closer. He keeps one eye on the mailed fist, while the other eye quickly scans Vasch and makes sure he doesn't intend any harm on any of the Chosen.
Kanchana Tuesday July 22nd, 2003 2:29:43 AM
Kanchana moves over to near Taric. Kanchana then says "Greetings, I am Kanchana."
Vasch Tuesday July 22nd, 2003 6:04:30 PM
Extending his arm to Flat-top, "Well met, I'm Vasch. That was no mumbling but the truth. I have sought the Chosen of Domi to join their...your pride. A dream has lead me here."
Facing the rest of the approaching Chosen, "I am pleased to meet you all. It is an honor to walk the same path as you."
Brahmah(Jay, yes I'm back!!) Tuesday July 22nd, 2003 6:27:36 PM
A black furred minotaur stands nearly eight feet tall, scars on his body look well earned and seem to be in great number. Unbelievably muscular(built like a brick outhouse). The taur seems to be missing his left ear and his tail. He has on each hip a Falchion, both look well used and well kept, as does his chain shirt (symbol of Domi)and buckler with a holy symbol of Domi smashing the profane symbol of Marteaus. His great horns are carved or engraved with many seascapes and fish motifs. He steps out from behind the other Chosen and smiles broadly, eyes intent on the the guards situation, massive hands on his hips.
Laughing deeply, the minotaur speaks. "Indeed, you have found the Chosen my new taur friend. Ay! What am I saying? (He walks forward toward the guards.) Minotaurs greet ALL taurs, new or not, with open arms! (He glances pointedly at the guards) Or they USED too!" He quickly approaches the guards with no hesitation and no hostile intent (though, that may change fast). "Ay, this taur looks like he simply needs a guide around our great Isle, let him leave as my charge, rather under the charge of the Chosen. I am Brahmah, Captain of the Chosen of Domi."
Guards Doing Thier Jobs. (DM Jim) Wednesday July 23rd, 2003 10:56:43 PM
The captain turns to Brahmah and stares at him for a few minutes. "I only carry out the orders that I was given. He may enter but we want no trouble." With a look of surprise he bows a little to The Chosen. "If you will vouch for him then he may enter with our blessing."
Turning to Vasch the minotaur gives him the once over and then smiles as he waves his hand to dismiss the other guards. "Forgive my rudeness...it is strange to find a lone liontaur." With that said he returns to his original post so that he may watch over the village.
[Do you take Vasch at face value or question him? Maybe you will see if you have a vision from Domi about this...some meditation maybe in order or the like.]
Brahmah Thursday July 24th, 2003 12:39:14 AM
The Captain bows back to the leader of the guards and turns to Vasch.
"We will enjoy the company of any Taur, weimic, minotaur or centaur... heck, even merTaurs(fish-people). So, you seek the Chosen? Why? You have a message from weimic Isle for us? You need our help?"
Kenisha Thursday July 24th, 2003 6:41:40 AM
"A dream?" Kenisha asks, "Could you describe it for us?"
Flat-top Thursday July 24th, 2003 6:56:10 AM
Flat-top will steps back and listen, now Flat-top mumbles to himself "Hmm! nice grip he has there?? I wonder if there's any more problems on Weimic Island??". But he will cross his arm on his chest.
Kale Thursday July 24th, 2003 8:20:27 AM
seeing the others talking with the newcomer, Kale stays in the Mailed Fist camp and asks the leader, "So, do you have any pipe smoke? Its been forever since ive had some."
Ceira Thursday July 24th, 2003 11:14:56 AM
Ceira takes another good look at Vasch. "Domi sure knows how to pick them." she gives him a playful wink. "So what compelled you to act on this dream? You don't want to make the mistake of facing danger just over a dream unless you really feel strongly about it."
Vasch Thursday July 24th, 2003 11:33:53 AM
"As do you Flat-top." His expression drops, "There are no more problems on Wemic Island that I am aware, but I do fear for our kind."
Vasch takes out his pipe and weed, "I had recently left the pride." He light his pipe and inhales deeply as the embers in the pipe glow a bright orange before he continues. "I had been looking, unsuccessfully, for a way to help my people and had begun to lose hope." He draws again from his pipe. "It was then when I was at my lowest that Domi chose to show me a path. It was a stormy night. I had found a small cave to escape the storm, but its cramped space offered little protection from the weather and even less comfort. I did my best to ignore the rain and tried to sleep..."
Vasch takes several draws from his pipe before he continues."The evening went from bad to worse after exhaustion won me over. My dreams were filled with images of taurs, mostly centaurs and minotaurs at first. As I surveyed the dreamscape I saw the centaurs and minotaurs faded and be came just images. The wemics, instead of fading as the others did, were dying as if torn apart. The dying images started at the edge of my sight and quickly close until I saw no wemics standing on the fields. Even my own body was bloodied and torn from unseen attacks. I wanted to wake, but was unable!"
He takes several deep breaths and tries to calm himself. "Everything was black and I was left with only the pitch that engulf me. I don't know how long I floated in the darkness."
Vasch draws again from his pipe, but the once brightly glowing embers are now a deep red-black. "I then found myself on a lush grass path in the midst of the sea of darkness. As I followed the trail, I felt a presence walking with. Though I couldn't see who it was, I felt it was Domi. As we continued down the path the pitch that surrounded us became a lush green field. On the field were taurs of all ages. None looked as if there was a care to worry or distress. 'Seek my Chosen' a voice said in my mind. 'Seek the Chosen of Domi and with them you will find the way to save them'."
"I woke at that moment with only one thing ringing over and over in my head as I emerged from the cave, 'Seek the Chosen of Domi'. Despite the crapped sleep I had had, I felt better that I had in years. Off I went to find the Chosen, and here it has led me."
Vasch finishes and begins to clean his pipe.
Brahmah Thursday July 24th, 2003 6:03:19 PM
Brahmah stands listening to Vasch's story, then looks around at the Chosen and then back at Vasch.
"Ay, yep sounds like Domi's way alright. Though my dream was quite a bit less involved, it sent the message. Domi sends very and at the same time, very complex messages." The Captain grins a rather goofy looking smirk and continues. "So, having been Chosen like us, Domi must feel we're lackin' in something you have in abundance. What do you do Taur Vasch? What be yur skills or what hav'ya?" Askes Brahmah, almost in a sailors tongue.
Taric Friday July 25th, 2003 1:17:33 AM
Taric listens with interest to Vasch's story, nodding as the story goes on. He waves a bit in the air to keep the smoke away from him. When Vasch has finished his story, Taric takes another good look at him, trying to figure out what would be his specialty. He keeps standing back though, feeling more at ease where is right now.
Night, Sleep and More Talk. (DM Jim) Friday July 25th, 2003 11:16:21 AM
You all listen to what Vasch has to say about his vision. Some of you have heard and even had these types of dreams before from Domi. With welcomes you all turn to head back further into the village.
Kale stays near the Mailed Fist camp and continues to talk to them, not really to find out anything now...just pass the time. Though he does inquire about some pipe smoke as he has not had a good smoke for some time. Much to his displeasure he finds out that they don't.
Bloran comes out of his personal tent and makes his way to The Chosen. He stops and looks over the newcomer and frowns, but says nothing about it. "Chosen...I would see you early in the morning about a Prophecy that I believe you are here for." He glances back to the birthing shed and then back to you. "I believe that it involves my sister."
With a slight smile he bows and then motions to you to follow him. "It is getting late and I figure that you would like to spend the night someplace sheltered and comfortable." He leads you to a slightly large hut and then ducks inside. Once inside you see that it is big enough for all of you to stay in comfortably. Several very soft pallets are layed out on the floor for sleeping and there is even a curtain that can be pulled to give females some privacy. "I hope that this will do."
He turns to leave but stops at the door. "If you need anything just ask one of the guards that roam the village and they will make sure you get it...don't forget my hut tomorrow." Then he leaves you to get some sleep or whatever you want.
Ceira Friday July 25th, 2003 4:56:15 PM
Ceira yawns and stretches out her legs. "We've travelled far--including you Vasch. Let's get some rest tonight. A big event is about to happen soon."
Brahmah Friday July 25th, 2003 6:59:37 PM
"Sleep Chosen. Tomorrow will be busy."
Brahmah set up his bedroll, not removing his armor, he lays back pulling a sheathed Falchion to his chest and his pack behind his head. Crossing his arms over his blade, he falls fast asleep with a lower rumbling snore(not loud, but deep).
Kale Saturday July 26th, 2003 9:42:59 PM
a little dissapointed that he didnt get any smoke, Kale says good night to the mercenaries and rejoins his friends. after talking with them for a bit he lays down and goes to sleep
Flat-top Sunday July 27th, 2003 2:52:50 AM
Flat-top find the New member of their group very intresting, "It seem that Domi is very active this time. Judging by the dreams, He want to protect this calf?" Looking back at Kenisha, he wonders.
He enters the hut with Kale, he look for a good spot for him to lean, spreads some hay on the floor. To Kale, he tell him "Don't worry about the smokes Kale, It's bad for you health and your breath." Flat-top smiles, then leans on the wall, falling asleep with his hand on the hilt of his Morning Star (That around his neck)
Vasch Sunday July 27th, 2003 9:47:51 AM
Vasch follows the others in and finds the first open area, flops down, and drifts off...and dreams; dreams of a lush green path he has finally found.
Kanchana Sunday July 27th, 2003 3:03:59 PM
Kanchana finds a pallet near the entrance and arranges her gear for easy accessibility. She offers up a quick prayer to Tomi for guidance and blessings for the Chosen, their current mission and all Taurs in general; with a special prayer and blessing for Vrurt and Kenisha's cubs. Kanchana lays down and thinks about Vasch's arrival and dream. She chuckles to herself about how the Wemics that Tomi has Chosen (that she knows of) seem to show up at the weirdest times and always unlooked for. She suddenly shudders as she thinks about the death part of Vasch's dream. Kanchana begins to worry that time may be running out for many of her people; that maybe a more permanent solution to the Hellhound problems innland needs to be found. Kanchana drifts off to sleep hoping for answers from Father Tomi in her dreams tonight.
Leets Sunday July 27th, 2003 4:02:32 PM
Leets, the Centaur Paladin, gets closer to Vasch as the night comes. this young centaur, blond and badly shaved, has half-long curled hairs, and emerald green eyes. When looking at him more closely, Vasck can can see that he is not very old, not more than 20. Maybe his full plate armor and barding make him look more massive than his true age would suppose...
"Be welcome among us Vasch, I am Leets Talric of the Talric tribe, faithfull follower of our almighty Father, and follower of Domi. I was waiting for a quiet time to talk with you. This dream you had, it brings many meanings to me...And Flat-Top is surely right, it looks like Domi is gathering is holy servants around the soon-to-be Calf. Your arrival among us is a sign, Vasch, the sign we will soon have much to do, first because of the Calf, and then because of the threat that appear in your dream..."
As Leets ends, a golden dog comes in his legs, barking a little bit.
"Oh, and here is Managarm, he is a Chosen of Domi as well...Don't worry my dog, he's a new friend of us...and now that we are all gathered, we cannot fail..."
"Isn't it, Vasch?"
Kenisha Sunday July 27th, 2003 11:36:47 PM
Kenisha thanks Bloran for the use of the hut and does her best to get some rest. Which she does eventually after a bit of fidgeting.
Anyone who is awake in the night can see that she is having disturbing dreams, but does not wake from them.
Brahmah Monday July 28th, 2003 12:23:04 AM
On his customary watch, he notices that Kenisha is having trouble. First, he thinks she might bein labor, then on a hunch, he figures she's dreaming. Watching the dreams take Kenisha, Brahmah goes and sits closer to his former leader, tries not to disturb her.
Taric Monday July 28th, 2003 2:03:52 AM
Taric sits down and overthinks the events of the day to clear his mind. After a quick look over the other Chosen, he falls backwards and curls himself up, vast asleep within mere moments.
Kenisha goes into labour!
Bloran's Meeting and Things. (DM Jim) Monday July 28th, 2003 1:25:57 PM
Early the next morning the heavy curtain is pushed aside and two young minotaurs come in with large platters of food and drink. You notice to one side of the smaller platter is a couple of pipes and two bags, smoke if someone is interested.
After you all have eaten your fill, a guard comes to the now open curtain and bows to you. "I am here to escort you to see Bloran." He does not talk much and only gives short answers if asked anything. He leads you directly to the large hut that belongs to Bloran. He holds the door open for you to enter. "The Chosen are here sir."
Upon entering you notice that the hut is sparsely furnished, but there is a table with a scroll laying open on it. Bloran greets you and offers you seats, either on the floor or a minotaur built chair. "I have asked you here because of a vision that I had from Domi and since your arrival...I believe that it has to do with my sister." He paces back and forth. "I have been going through the ancient texts and find that this bids evil for the whole poeples..." He walks over and picks up the ancient scroll and brings it back over to let you read it. You can see that he is having a problem coming to terms with something unthinkable. "According to the Laws of Imod...any half-breed is an abomination and thus must be sacrificed upon the alter to him." Turning to you, his eyes pleading, he seeks your help. "My sister is going to have a half-breed that may destroy our race...I need your help in carrying out the law and your support."
Before you can say anything on the delimma that Bloran has put you in, Kenisha doubles over in pain. Then you see a gush of water that preludes to the birthing process. Kenisha knows that she will never make it to the birthing sheds and Bloran can tell it too. "Guard...get a midwife quick...you my dear lay down on the bed there and make yourself comfortable." He has forgotten about earlier for now and is concerned with Kenisha.
[Kenisha this is full blown labor. You are going to have your baby now. Just wait for my next post before you have it totally, so I can get the midwife there and some other things I have planned.]
Vasch d20+7=12 Monday July 28th, 2003 1:53:55 PM
Vasch decides he isn't needed in Bloran's hut he steps outside.
Outside, he takes a look at those walking about the village (Spot 12) for anyone paying attention to Bloran's hut and the impending birth.
Leets d20+10=28 d20+6=22 Monday July 28th, 2003 3:32:58 PM
The Centaur Paladin becomes very pale as Bloran speaks...Trying to read the holy text, he searches in his own memory to find another meaning (Knowledge: religion, 28).
"It's not possible, this calf is a blessing, not...not a curse, I can't believe it, particularly from the daughter of the High Priest, and from a Chosen...Would it be possible that-"
Leets stops as Kenisha's shows the frist signs of labor.
"Oh! Oh! Well...Oh! Kanchana, tell me you know what to do! Flat-Top! Somebody!"
"Oh!"
Leets realizes that even if the midwife is about to arrive, Kenisha may need help before. He will do his best to help her...(Heal: 22).
"I think we are supposed to make water boil and find clean pieces of cloath...Flat-Top! Make some water boil! Kale! Can you find clean pieces of cloath? Kanchana? Taric? Vasch? Can you help Kenisha in some way?!?"
Flat-top Monday July 28th, 2003 4:22:04 PM
Flat-top listens to what Bloran has to say,but he wrinkle his brow, "I don't know much about about your law's, But I do know Imod has other ideas.... OOPs!" Flat-top makes a side step as Kenisha gushes water and can hardly move, you can see that her bellie show sign of waves, as her face makes some pucker lips and her eyes boldges. "What do you mean Make Water Boil? Leets! I'm not a Magic User, I'm a Fighter. Now help me takes her to the bed, we may have to carry her." Flat-top Spies Vash going out the door. "Vash! Come back here, Ceira can you make water boil? Kenchana do you have any idea in birthing, you are a Druid? HUH! Come on Captain Don't faint on us now, Taric if your dizzy, breath in a bag." Flat-top helps Kenisha (or tries to) to the bed. Then tells himself 'this was not in the dream.'
Kenisha Monday July 28th, 2003 5:09:11 PM
Kenisha stares at Bloranas he tells them of this law against half-breeds and her blood runs cold. 'This can't be....' she thinks to herself right before a wave of pain comes over her. She doubles over, 'Not now!'
But now is the time as she feels her water break and gush out of her. The next several moments rush by and she finds herself being let by Flat-top to a pallet. She pulls back a little.
"Not yet, my friend. Help me walk around for a bit. This may be my first, but Minisha taught me the basics. Walking will help for the moment." She gives his hand a reassuring squeeze even as her lip trembles. She leans in towards his face and whispers, "Don't let them kill my baby."
Kale Monday July 28th, 2003 11:28:20 PM
having his own pipe, Kale grabs one of the bags of smoke and pockets it. after hearing the cleric's words, Kale is careful to hide his facial expressions, but upon seeing Kenisha start her labor he carefully works his way behind Bloran and prepares to protect Kenisha and her baby.
Kanchana d20+7=18 d20+7=27 Tuesday July 29th, 2003 2:14:15 AM
Kanchana remains absolutely calm and raises her voice slightly to be heard, "first everyone needs to be calm, anyone who cannot help with this birth should sit over there or exit the hut." She points to the side of the hut furtherest away from Kenisha.
"Kenisha this could take quite some time 'til it is finished," Kanchana brushes some hair away from her forhead her voice sounds calm and reassuring, "but not to worry Mother Wold and Father Tomi smile upon you and your cub." Kanchana makes a sign of blessing and warding over her as she speaks.
"Bloran do you have a clean warm blanket for Kenisha? Also we will need a small warm blanket for the cub." Kanchana grabs a small table and moves it to the foot end of the bed. She lays a few things on it (a leather thong (for tying the umbilical cord), a small knife (she will have it sterilized in the fire later if the midwife doesn't have another tool for the job). and a couple rolls of gauze.
"Kenisha relax your breathing dear one, and try to take deep breaths. Do you want anything to drink?" Kanchana sits down and takes some herbs from her herb bag and some water from her waterskin and begins to mix a tea for Kenisha to drink which will help her relax. "Could someone put this in a teapot over the fire until it boils? Then give it to Kenisha to drink once it has cooled to a reasonable temperature," Kanchana asks and hopes that someone helps out with this quickly. After she is done with that she will see how Kenisha's labor is progressing. She smiles at Leets for doing what he can, "thank you for your assistance Leets."
(Herbalism 18, Heal 27)
Kanchana - addendum Tuesday July 29th, 2003 2:16:28 AM
((Obviously this all happens after Kenisha decides to lay down.)) ;)
OOC: sorry about double posting.
Taric Tuesday July 29th, 2003 2:59:55 AM
Taric listens to Bloran's word and the cold creeps up his spine until he can't take it anymore. Just before he want to say something, Kenisha starts having problems. Not immediately realizing what is going on Taric takes a look and then realizes what is going on.
"I'll be outside..." says Taric before half rushing, half walking to the door, while trying to keep his dignity if that's possible. When outside he takes a deep breath and mutters to himself "Everything alright. Just a new baby." over and over again.
Vasch Tuesday July 29th, 2003 11:33:37 AM
Vasch says to Taric as he comes out of Bloran's hut, "Yeah, I didn't think they needed me either."
Letting Taric's calm a bit Vasch looks him in the eye, "I have to ask Taric, what do you think of the ancient text? I will not let anything happen to the child." Vasch continues to look at Taric.
Ceira Tuesday July 29th, 2003 11:33:57 AM
Ceira's jaw drops upon hearing the words of the text but she quickly composes herself as she tries to find an alternate meaning. Her eyes light up as an idea comes to mind.
"According to Domi, we were once all one in the same. To say that this baby will be a half-breed would be incorrect in his eyes. Remember that our goal is to reunite all Taurs. Perhaps he is referring to a race that is not taurian in nature?"
"Even still, that is a very brutal point of view that can only lead to trouble in the humanoid continents. From where did you retrieve these ancient texts" Ceira asks Bloran.
Flat-top Tuesday July 29th, 2003 12:31:08 PM
While helping Kenisha walk around he wispers into her ear, "Don't worry Leets and I will defend your colt. No harm will ever come to this Colt or the Calf."
A New Arrival and More to Come. (DM Jim) Tuesday July 29th, 2003 12:52:44 PM
For a few minutes almost everyone panics but the quickly compose themselves. Taric exits the hut and Vasch just decides to stay outside. Vasch does question Taric on the text and voice his own views.
Inside the hut Kanchana has things well in hand as she starts getting things set up. Bloran, much to your amazement put the tea to boil almost at once. Afterwards he produces three blankets, two large ones and a smaller one that the baby should fit in. Kenisha notices that the pain subsides slightly, a blessing from Domi, and she starts to breathe a lot easier. Kanchana notices, when she checks, that Kenisha is almost fully dialated and will be giving birth soon.
Outside Vasch and Taric notice the running form of Old Koot. As she nears the hut she waves you guys out of the way. "Move it sonnies...I have business inside." If the move she will enter with no problems, otherwise she will push her way through not being gentle about it.
She takes a look around and notices the preparations that have already been made. She makes her way over to lay a case on the table and opens it. Glancing to Kanchana she smiles and nods. "Sure you are not a midwife or want to be one?" Glancing to the men that are still standing around she glares them down. "Out of my birthing area at once...this includes you Bloran." Turning back to Kanchana she smiles again. "How is she doing dearie?"
She glances back to the door, that the males should be leaving out of she yells. "STOP." With her right hand she points to Flat-top. "You will stay and hold her hand..." Turning back to her case she pulls out some herbs and several very sharp knives. "And no argueing about it." Handing the herbs to Ceira she points to the tea pot. "Add these to the tea."
Bloran stands outside and paces, much like a new father would. He is now mulling over some of the things that had been said earlier by The Chosen. You can tell that he seems to be lost in thought (sense motive DC 20).
Back in the birthing shed Vrurt is also starting to have her baby as well. Old Koot left her in the good hands of her assistants. Vrurt's birth is going just as well as Kenishas at this point.
Leets Tuesday July 29th, 2003 3:45:52 PM
Leets glances behind him before leaving the hut.
"We are all by your side, even if it is only by thought. Domi is also by your side, I can almost feel it..."
Leets quickly looks at Flat-Top, and adds:
"..and don't worry. We shall not let you or you calf be threatened."
Once outside, Leets will be more vigilant than ever, looking around, turning around the building to see if there isn't somebody searching for troubles. Managarm will also be vigilant, letting nobody enter the hut without barking or attacking.
Flat-top Tuesday July 29th, 2003 6:00:47 PM
After a few steps it was time to help Kenisha on to the bed, listening to Kachana's advice. When Vasch orders the men out. He squeses the little mother's hand, "I'll be near by, Don't worry." Flat-top walk to Ceira "Good Girl! Ceira. Now I also remember what Domi said". When Vasch yells at him to stop and hold Kenisha hand, His runs cold, he was not feeling to good before now that he's on his way back (and he sees the gore at the business of birthing, now he's a little wobbly) "Kenisha, Please hold my hand, I don't feel so good!" (Flat-top keeps repeating under his breath 'I'm a fighter, I will not faint. I'm a fighter, I think I won't faint')
Kenisha d100=2 Tuesday July 29th, 2003 8:49:11 PM
Kenisha finds herself huffing and puffing on the bed before too long. Even with Ceira and Kanchana there, she's very happy to see Old Koot step in to take over the midwifery.
"Thank you for coming. Looks like I am going to need your services sooner than I thought." Kenisha greets her from her reclined position on the bed.
Dispite the seriousness of the situation, Kenisha finds herself giggling at Flat-top's muttered mantra. She gives his hand a welcoming squeeze. A few seconds later the squeeze turns to one of serious pressure as a contraction hits. It passes and she's left with panting for a little bit.
A thought comes to her at the same time as the next contraction. As she's lying there panting she gestures for Ceira to come over to her and she whispers roughly, "We.... need to... protect... Vrurt... and her... baby... too. Tell... the others."
At the next contraction, the baby's head is about a third of the way out, the top of the child's head is covered with brown and black hair, matted down with birthing liquids.
After the next two contractions the head and right shoulder are out and as Old Koot begins to clean off the face she starts at what she sees but then calmly goes about finishing the job at hand. She continues to tell Kenisha encouraging words and advice. A few moments later, a very sweaty and tired Kenisha tells Flat-top, "If you really are squeemish about all this, you might want to close your eyes, I think <hmmft!> the rest is on it's way!"
True to her word a few minutes later Old Koot was helping the newborn baby girl to stand on her very wobbly hooves after a very healthy first breath. Cat-like green eyes stare about the room as Old Koot finishes cleaning away the birthing and prepares to sever the umbilical cord. Her little face is also lionesque although the upper and lower torsos looks proper for that of a centaur if a little broader and shorter than usual. A lion's tail finishes this strange ensemble.
Kenisha although exhausted looks proudly upon her daughter. As the now dried off hair stands up on end, she gasps. "Look at the top of her head!"
There, surrounded by brown hair, are two triangles (formed by black hair) joined together by their bases, one points down to her face, the other points back. The brown hair in the middle of these triangles is lighter than that which is outside of them.
Brahmah Tuesday July 29th, 2003 10:20:07 PM
Having left the birthing room, standing just outside of the curtain, the Chosen's Captain looks to be sweating... probably as much as Kenisha. The warrior, (never seeing a female giving birth and simply hearing the sounds) turns a pale green, then cerulean and finally gasps... hyperventilating. About a minute goes by, he calms down when he hears the baby and the proud mother. Knocking gently on the hut, the warrior calls into, but doesn't open the curtain-door. "Can we see the wee-one of Kalon and Kenisha? I promise, I won't scare it... erm, her?" Not seeing his face, you might guess he's beaming with that silly grin of his, those that can see him notice he's green but smirking stupidly.
Kanchana Wednesday July 30th, 2003 1:59:11 AM
Kanchana looks slightly surprised at her findings. Her voice sounds barely ruffled from the surprise as she tells Kenisha, "Heh, I was wrong this isn't taking long after all."
Kanchana does what she can to help Old Koot. "Well, Mistress Koot I am a Warden of the Great Mother; a Druid if you will. It is my duty to be of service to all Living Things as best I can. I am honored that you complient me so, but I think that I will never match your prowess," Kanchana replies her cheeks warm with pride.
Kanchana will give Kenisha tea every so often to help dull the pain. As Old Koot helps with the cub Kanchana goes over to the curtain and says to those outside, "would it be prudent to split our 'forces', half to guard Kenisha and half to guard Vrurt?" She doesn't stand around waiting for an answer from outside but resumes her duties. She begins to clean up all of the equipment and casts a glance over at the cub as Old koot helps her stand.
In short order Kanchana walks over to the newborn girl and stops within touching distance to her. Holding her hand over the girl's head she invokes a blessing upon her: "May the Great Mother Wold embrace you in her infinite Love and never leave you wanting. May you always have the warmth of the sun, nourishing rain, the bounty of the earth and good hunting. May the Father of Taurs, Our Great Father Tomi bless, protect and guide you. May he always walk with you as you travel your Lifepath, and steer your hand in the hunt to much success. Be always brave Little One."
Taric Wednesday July 30th, 2003 3:25:43 AM
Taric says in response to Vasch. "I don't know what they mean with that ancient text, but I know for sure no childdren will be killed if I can stop it."
Quickly counting the the many Chosen at this hut, Taric nods to Vasch and says: "I'd feel a lot better if some of us are near Vrurt to protect her newborn. There are enough of us with Kenisha."
Not even waiting for an answer Taric starts moving towards the birthing shed, impatient to get there and hoping and pryaing he will be in time.
Vasch Wednesday July 30th, 2003 8:56:30 AM
"Then let's go." Vasch bounds off To catch Taric.
Kale Wednesday July 30th, 2003 10:07:45 AM
with his face hidden beneath his hat, Kale watches the birthing process without comment. once he see's Kenisha's baby, he mutters "Here we go" to himself and slides one of his daggers softly and quietly out of its sheath. he hides it in the back of his hand, not wanting to alarm anyone but deep down Kale knows he's going to have to use it soon.
Ceira Wednesday July 30th, 2003 10:14:43 AM
"This is all so very exciting!" exclaims Ceira as she looks down at the new baby taur. "Congratulations Kenisha!"
Ceira looks at the symbols more closely, but only seems to confuse herself even more. "Is this some kind of sign from Domi?"
"So have you thought of a name yet?"
Aftermath (DM Jim) Wednesday July 30th, 2003 12:29:59 PM
Inside the Bloran's hut, Old Koot watches the new baby gain it land legs and smiles. Glancing to Kenisha with the same smile she nods to the new mother. "She is a healthy little one and the herbs that I added to the tea will have you right as rain in about ten minutes." Glancing to Kanchana she smiles and nods to her about her oath. "I took a similar one myself...now could you make sure that the little girl gets a little of that tea as well, will help in the healthy department and make her stronger." Glancing to the door she grunts and scuffs her hoove on the floor. "Have to watch that Bloran around this one though." Lastly she turns to Flat-top and smiles as she pats him on the shoulder. "You did very well...though your low mantra was rather distracting."
Outside the hut, now that the birth is over, Bloran looks to The Chosen. "That text is very ancient...passes down through six generations." His anger flares a little with some of the comments that have been made. "My trnslation of what it means is only too well confirmed by the vision that I had." With a growing tempo he glares down The Chosen for even questioning him. "I need to know now if you will support me and see that the texts commands are carried out." It was easy to see that he was loosing his temper and the growing crowd gathering around seem to be listening with interest.
Taric and Vasch head off to the birthing shed to check on Vrurt and her new baby. It is then that you hear a scream from the birthing shed. They get to the shed in time to be passed by a pair of guards that pay them no notice. Taric and Vasch get inside the common area to find it in diarray. Several taurs are muttering about a monster that was just had by a new mother.
The two guards pull up next to Bloran and whisper in his ear. His face turns grim but resolute as he hears the news. "So it has happened...my sisters baby was an abomination." Turning back to The Chosen he shakes his head. "Please the prophesy is coming true and the taur races are in terrible danger." It is then that he gets a look at Kenisha's new baby as well as the blanket is pulled back for a few. He pales and shakes with anger as well as horror. "NO...it cannot be...two of them." He frenziedly signs himself against evil and looks to The Chosen. "CHOOSE."
[Remeber that Kenisha is inside Bloran's hut with her baby. Vrurt is inside the birthing shed with hers.]
[With all the happenings going on it has been a good ten minutes plus. Kenisha is right as rain and more than able to adventure or even get up with no pain.]
Flat-top Wednesday July 30th, 2003 2:50:21 PM
Once Flat-top see the Colt, his mouth drops open. "Kenisha! She's beautiful, her eyes, her stance, she's ... she's ... A True Taur... Domi's best creation. Kenisha! WE Did It. With a little help from Old Koot here."
Then the yelling out side of Bloran of having to chose. Flat-top takes his Morning Star from around his neck and knock the cup of herbs out of Midwife hand, "No! one will give this child any thing unless Kenisha says that it is alright. And If I Have To Chose... I Chose DOMI'S Children, Kenisha's child is a true Taur and Vrut's child must be the profet. THINK! it is no accedent that they were born on the same day and at the same hour. Nobody will touch these children. not when I'm alive."
Flat-top stands in frount of Mother Kenisha and the baby, "Look at her head, Kenisha, It bears a dimond shape, almost like the united Heart of Domi, now we are to do Domi's wishes Unite all the Taurs."
Kanchana d20=19 Wednesday July 30th, 2003 4:33:38 PM
Kanchana gives the girl some of the cool tea to drink and was nearly finished doing so when she hears the rucus outside. Her eyes bug out and she steps back a step before dropping the cup to the floor. She rushes outside and looks around. Kanchana raises her voice quite loudly and shouts (trying to sound calm and composed at the same time):
"Bloran, earlier today you said 'may destroy'... that implies doubt. We are all fallible mortals - all of us. It is to Father Tomi that we must turn our hearts and minds now. As a Warden of Mother Wold - a Druid - it is my sacred duty to protect all life. Especially innocents; which all children are. Tomi called the Chosen directly to his Service to unite all Taurs. These children are living symbols of this Union to be. If the Law says that these innocents are to die, then I say let us take them to Hearthold to be fostered under the Guidance of Father Tomi. Please Bloran... Taurs of Minotaur Isle, let not the blood of children be spilled this day. We must all seek further guidance from the Great Father of Taurs before any permanent decisions are made. This will be easy for no one..."
Kanchana looks pleadingly from one Taur to another; Minotaurs and Chosen both.
(Diplomacy 19)
Brahmah Wednesday July 30th, 2003 5:28:09 PM
Hearing the idiocy of 'Prophecy' and Old Koot babble on about this, that and the other thing, Brahmah just shakes his head. "Even back six generations the taurs were ignorrant of what Domi truly wants. Uniting the taurs can happen in many ways, peace treaties, marriages, Children and the Chosen. Domi is strange in his dealings and warnings."
He then hears the screams, draws his Falchions, and nearly boaring over Old Koot as he charges for the other birthing hut. Reaching the hut, his jaw drops, there was another beautiful Child of Domi. "Is it okay to speak with you Vrurt, alone?"What two taurs made Vrurt's child, minotaur and _________? When they are alone, and only them, Brahmah tells Vrurt queitly. "Your child is special. Are you familiar with Heartshold Keep? It can be a special and safe place for your Child, if you decide you want peace for your baby and yourself(family), you can go there and be safe. Be a guest of the Chosen. But... if you go, go in secret, tell no one. The Chosen don't even know I'm telling you." He grins. "Where's your husband?"
Brahmah(addendum) Wednesday July 30th, 2003 5:41:03 PM Before he talks with Vrurt, he stands firm against the mob forming. He has drawn both Falchions and is wearing his buckler.
"Any taur that LAYS a finger on a hair of any newborn in this village, will have to go through Domi's Chosen! Me! Us!"
[No diplomacy, No intimidation.... he's DEAD serious.]
Kenisha Wednesday July 30th, 2003 9:41:16 PM
Anger flares in Kenisha's eyes as she stands and moves to protect her newborn. "You would dare harm a child of Domi!?" she shouts at Bloran. "Once we were all one race, not three! My daughter is the beginning of something all right. She is the beginning of the future of all Taurs! Not the end."
With all the shouting and anger in the air, the baby taur starts to cry. Kenisha soothes her child as best she can. "Hush now child. A name.... Yes Ceira she needs a name. I had thought to call her Leanisha if a girl, but this birthmark has given me a better idea. She shall be called Domisha."
Looking at the other still present, "She can not run yet, but we must get to safety. All of us, Vrurt and her child as well."
Taric Thursday July 31st, 2003 2:39:30 AM
Taric rushes to the birthing shed. Right before he enters to whispers to Vasch, although it sounds more like a hushed shout.
"Don't worry, I'm still right here. This might prove valuable though."
He then casts a quick incantation and disappears before Vasch's very eyes.
Now invisible Taric runs inside to protect Vrurt and her newborn child as best as he can.
OOC: casting 'invisibility' on himself.
Kale Thursday July 31st, 2003 6:22:46 AM
sheathing his dagger, Kale walks up to Kenisha and says "Ill carry her. then he takes off his duster(which he has never done before), wraps the child in it, and says to Ceria "Can you make me invisible? We need to get her out without as little risk to her as possible."
Leets Thursday July 31st, 2003 6:59:46 AM
The Centaur paladin also moves in Bloran's way, like his friends.
"I'm terribly sorry, High Priest, but even as a member of our clergy, I cannot obey such orders. The Chosen were sent here - by Domi himself - to offer presents to the newborn child. I cannot believe a text, holy or not, ancient or not, can say the contrary, and I will fight to the death to protect this child - without hesitating."
"Now, think of it, High Priest. On the long way that brought you to your place, your wisdom was your best ally - listen to Domi's voice. Maybe the translation of the text is not right, maybe your interpretation is not good, maybe...maybe it is another foul trick...a treacherous plan from Marteaus..."
"As for myself, I won't move nor change my mind. As I told you, I will defend this child even if I must give my own life for her - and may Domi strike me with his own thundering fist if I'm wrong..."
Vasch d20+11=15 d20+6=15 d20=2 d20+7=20 Thursday July 31st, 2003 9:21:55 AM
Vasch enters the birthing shed causiously and as quiet as he can muster (Move Silently 15) and bleds into the surroundings (Hide 15).
Once inside he scans for dangers to Vrurt or her child (Spot 20). Once Vasch has determined that there are no immediate dangers, he will leave his self-perceived hiding spot and approach Vrurt and Brahmah.
"Is the everyone safe?" He says to Brahmah. He leans down to see the new taur and placing a hand on Vrurt, "Well done, Vrurt may Domi bless you and your child."
Vasch approaches Brahmah and getting close, "I think we need to leave the village as soon as everyone is ready to travel."
Stepping back and taking a position between Vrurt and the door the the birthing shed he looks at Brahmah "Taric's in here as well. He cast a spell and disappeared just before we came in."
Ceira Thursday July 31st, 2003 11:51:00 AM
"Domisha a splendid name for a splendid taur." comments Ceira. "We are all united in what we stand for. I will not let anyone harm neither baby Taurs."
Ceira walks over to Kale and casts Invisibility on him. (50 minute duration)
Bloran's Resistance. (DM Jim) Thursday July 31st, 2003 12:37:12 PM
Bloran looks aghast at what he has just heard, can it be really true...The Chosen have chosen the wrong side. His eyes narrow as weapons are drawn and the statements that are made. "So The Mighty Chosen have made thier choice...to support the cause of evil." His voice reaches an ever growing level, as he glares them down. "This is blasphemy...I was right all along, you are the harbringers of this plague upon us...YOU WILL DESTROY THE TAUR RACES!" Around you notice that a lot of the villagers are whispering among themselves. They seem unsure of what is happening, but thier spiritual leader has never steered them wrong before.
Bloran's rage is being fueled by his dislike for The Chosen as well as his belief in being right. "GATHER ARMS MY PEOPLE AND DRIVE THESE ABOMINATIONS FROM THE VILLAGE!!" Several of the villagers pick up farming tools and start to advance on the group. Some try to stop them from harming The Chosen or the babies annd get beat down for it. From out of Bloran's hut steps Old Koot, still mad at Flat-top, but she turns on Bloran instead. "You are a pompious ass Bloran...neither of the children are evil, you can see it in their eyes." The guard leader steps up and punches Old Koot in the face sending her to the ground in a heap, ten of his fellow warriors have stepped forward as well.
Brahmah gets to the birthing shed first, not to find what he was hoping for. Vrurt is gone and so is her child. You see a hole in the wall and one of the midwife's helpers is standing looking at the hole and muttering about a monster. Taric and Vasch reach the birthing shed shortly after Brahmah does and they find the same thing. The place is a mess as if someone went beserk in here.
(sense motive: 18, if failed you do not get the following feelings) You can tell that there is going to be no reasoning with Bloran and the villagers are just following thier leaders order. The fact that some stood up for you should give you that idea.
Brahmah Thursday July 31st, 2003 6:42:02 PM
"The Child and mother are gone!!" Shouts the Chosen's leader. Seeing the two other Chosen enter, he turns and speaks. "Vasch, Taric(Brahmah looks for Taric)! Vasch, look around the hole and back of the hut. Kale!! Kanchana! Trackers, we need trackers!" "Chosen! Gather here!"
He turns to the midwife and others and askes. "What did the monster look like?"
"Kenisha, is Kenisha and her wee-one okay!?" "Chosen, we will go. Gather Kenisha and the baby and we move to find Vrurt and the Child."
He steps out of the tent and is shocked by the growing mob. "Oh. This can't be good." Seeing how Blorin is acting, reminds Brahmah of the other clergy he's seen lose it. First, the High Priest Raakis. Shortly after, there were others. All Brahmah and the Chosen killed. "Blorin, I believe your being clouded by unwarranted rage. These Children aren't abominations, evil or a plague, they are the beginning of something the taur people should be proud of! We're are in the generation Domi has chose to unify his people. As for the Chosen being the 'plague carriers', we are the hands, eyes, ears and voice of Domi himself. If you think faith is a plague, maybe you made the wrong career choice, priest! Hypocrite."
"People of Domi, hear us. You were given courage by Domi, for Domi. Have faith, have courage and realize the truth."
He walks over to Odd Koot, and bends over to lift her. As he does so, he glares at the one who hit her. He helps her aside, finding someone to help and then moves back to the assaulant. "Hit an old taur?! Try me, I'll make you famous!" Standing nose to nose with the creep.
Brahmah Thursday July 31st, 2003 6:52:38 PM
**Correction** Brahmah has greying hair himself and somewhat older than the others. "Hit an old taur?! Try me! I'll make you famous!" Standing nose to nose with the creep who hit Old Koot.
Flat-top Thursday July 31st, 2003 8:00:43 PM
"Go! Kale, Take Kenisha and the baby. Hide some where in the marsh, We'll trackyou later. May Domi's blessing go with you." Flat-top leaves and stand by Brahmah, he whispers 'where's Vrurt and the baby?'
Taric Friday August 1st, 2003 1:44:54 AM
Taric hears Brahmah react and sees the hole for himself. Realizing the midwife's assistant is probably talking about the newborn child when mentioning monster, Taric realizes the minotaurs in this village are hopeless and beyond help for now. Going outside of the birthing shed again he sees the angry growing mob and decides to try and buy some time for the other Chosen. He moves a bit out of the way so he won't be run over in the enfolding chaos and then conjures up images of fire leaking out of the birthing shed and smoke circling up in the skies. He prays the other Chosen will take their chance and leave now before bloodshed starts.
OOC: using 'major image' to conjure the images of the flame and smoke, including heat and sounds. Just want it to make it look like the communicty center/birthing shed is on fire, but can be saved if they start putting out the fire right away.
Leets Friday August 1st, 2003 1:47:44 AM
Bloran's words and the guard's behaviour are just too much for the Centaur paladin. Barely trying to stay calm, Leets first help Old Koot standing on her feet.
Then, his eyes sparkling with anger, he walks to Bloran, and stands eyes in the eyes in front of the High Priest.
"Old Koot is right, Bloran, all you are is a pompious bureaucrat who musn't have seen evil in front for too much a long time...If it was the only thing, I would just pity you and let you go, considering your past. But you of course had to insult us - the Chosen of our Allmighty Father - and me, you dared to attack me in my very faith. Bloran, you accused me of blasphemy, me a paladin, loyal servant of Domi. I shall not tolerate such a thing, coming from a High Priest or not..."
The paladin is deadly serious.
"To defend my honor, prove my faith, and defend both those childen, High Priest Bloran, I call for the Kayleb. I will fight you, Bloran, right here, at the time of your choice, and we will see who is right..."
Kenisha Friday August 1st, 2003 6:19:14 AM
Kenisha trots up to Old Koot, "I thank you for your defense and can only repay you with a promise. If ever you wish to come to Hearthold, you will always be welcomed there; as are all who defend what is right and good."
She pauses for a moment and a look of pleading comes over her face, "Come with us now, please? I fear for you. If these Taurs would kill the children, they might be tempted to kill the widwives who willingly birthed them as well."
Vasch d20+7=10 Friday August 1st, 2003 11:00:26 AM
Vasch leaps towards the hole in the back of the birthing shed. There he begins to track Vrurt (Wilderness Lore DC10).
He has his bow in his left hand and his spear in the right.
If he finds a trail to follow, "Taric I've got something let's go now!"
Loss of Vrurt and the Child-Village of Idiots. (DM Jim) Friday August 1st, 2003 1:21:07 PM
The midwife turns to Brahmah with terror on her face and points to the hole in the wall. "Vrurt did that when she saw her newborn baby...i..i...it was a monster like the priest has been warning us about." She is really close to hesterics and not in her right mind now, as you can tell. Vasch leaps out the hole and starts to look over the ground trying to find tracks that will allow him to find the mother. Brahman heads back out to the other Chosen to give them the news.
Making it back outside he is shocked at the growing mob. As he nears he lets the group know that Vrurt and her child are gone. Brahman then makes his way over to help up Old Koot and challenge the taur that struck her. You can quickly tell that the taur you face will be backed up by his buddies behind him.
Flat-top can tell that this could get ugly any minute now. He turns his head and tells Kale to get Kenisha to safety and then moves to stand by Brahman.
Kenisha trots over to thank Old Koot and plead with her to come with them. Old Koot shakes her head to the little filly. "No dearie...not at this time...I need to get some of my stuff before I could ever leave." She smiles as she pats Kenisha's shoulder and then lays her hand on her baby. "Be well little one." With that you see Old Koot head to her hut and disappear inside. Kale then takes Kenisha's hand and leads her away. Behind the birthing shed they meet up with Vasch. Searching near the building he finds no tracks so he widens his search and finally finds the unmistakable imprint of hooves near the border of the swamp.
Leets has lost it a little as he steps forward and challenges Bloran to the ancient rights of combat. Bloran looks at him and shakes his head. "Do you really think that I need to show honor to someone without it...you are going to destroy the taur race...you have joined our enemies. Those armed villagers are getting ansier by the minute and are very close to rioting.
Taric listens to what the midwife has to say and quickly figures out that she was talking of Vrurt's baby, even before it is said. He steps out of the hut and stops in his tracks. The formed mob and the attitude of the priest is not going to allow bloodshed to be avoided easily, unless... With little thought he casts a spell on the community center/birthing shed to make it appear as if it is on fire.
A yell goes up with the villagers as they drop thier weapons and head for buckets of water. Soon there is a mass group of villagers coming back to put out the fire that seems to have taken hold in the building. Bloran takes off at a run towards the building and starts giving order. "We must save the building at all costs." Pointing to four of his guards he gestures to the birthing shed. "Get in there and get the people out...save them all."
Brahmah d20-1=9 Saturday August 2nd, 2003 6:35:20 AM
Brahmah, completely familiar and comfortable with being out numbered, is entirely ready to fight; Falchions drawn. 'No fear. No retreat. Fight honorably. Die well. Have courage. Get to know me, Domi.' All phrases that pass through the Captains mind at that instant.
When the guards head off to put out the fire(Will save not to believe the fire, 9 failed), Brahmah debates helping the villagers put out the fire(for a moment) knowing they might be thankful for the help. With a flash of insight, however, he decides descretion is the better part of valor considering the villagers previous intent to harm, Brahmah slowly heads away from the mayhem and fires.
"Leets!! Flat-top!!"
He soon finds the other Chosen. When we gather at the swamp edge, Brahmah looks very disturbed by something. "I realize that the situation was ugly back there, but who was the Chosen who felt it necessary to set the hut on fire?! Maybe a villager? **Sailor explictative** we're trying to help these taur realize Domi's will, not barbaque them!" He seems truly confused and upset.
"Where is everybody?"
Kale Saturday August 2nd, 2003 6:45:05 AM
"Im here." Kale tells Brahmah, though no one can see him or the baby he carries. "I thought it best that Kenisha's child not be seen. Once we're away from prying eyes ill hand her over to Kenisha and ill begin to track the other babe."
Flat-top Saturday August 2nd, 2003 7:39:14 AM
"I don't know who started the fire, but right now I could kiss who ever it was. Oh! Where are you Kale? Is Domisha alright? Is Vasch and her baby here also?" Wonders Flat-top and looks around trying to count heads.
"That was a good bluff there Captain, Gave us enough time to get away. Now does any body know where we are? Any one?" He still trying to take a head count.
Vasch d20+7=20 d20+11=22 Saturday August 2nd, 2003 11:26:23 AM
Vasch continues to the swamps edge and has found another strong trail he believes is Vrurt's (Wilderness Lore DC20).
"Vrurt tracks lead in the swamp. With luck and Domi's guidance we should find them in no time."
He looks for a moment back "I'll scout it out." He moves off into the swamp. His calculated movements make no noise as he moves (Move Silently DC22).
Brahmah Saturday August 2nd, 2003 8:00:04 PM
"Domisha? Bluff? What are you talking about Flat-top?"
Taric Sunday August 3rd, 2003 1:49:29 AM
Taric keeps concentrating on the flames, trying to keep them reacting to the buckets of water that are thrown on them. He quietly follows along as Brahmah leaves the village. Whenever they are some distance away, Taric tries to form the flames into the hammer and anvil of Domi before letting them disappear, leaving the villagers to figure out what actually has happened to their unharmed community center.
Still being invisible, Taric whispers to Brahmah: "I'm here captain. Don't worry, it was not a real fire. Nobody was harmed."
A slight chuckle escapes from Taric. Probably the first time any of the Chosen has heard him laugh.
Kanchana d20+5=18 d20+5=13 d20+4=19 d20+3=6 Sunday August 3rd, 2003 7:42:52 AM
Kanchana follows the others to the swamp. She is muttering under her breath and seems to be less than happy. If anyone really cares to listen they might hear words like: diplomacy, hotheaded, and unavoidable. Once she is finished complaining quietly to herself she will try to move as silently as she can.
She will be at the rear of the group and will cast entangle behind The Chosen if she senses in any way that they are being followed.
Kanchana can't help but smile though when she hears who she thinks is Taric chuckling.
(Move Silently 18, Spot 13, Listen 19, Search 6)
Brahmah d20-1=5 Sunday August 3rd, 2003 5:54:29 PM
Brahmah frowns slightly, then his frazzled ind returns to the present situation.
"Vrurt, her Child! Let's go." As he takes up a position behind the Kale and Kanchana so they ay track or whatnot.
(Making assist on Tracking to help the trackers, Wilderness Lore 5) Thought I'd try. ;)
Brahmah (correction of spelling) Sunday August 3rd, 2003 5:56:18 PM
***Brahmah frowns slightly and the snickering invisible Taric, then his frazzled mind returns to the present situation.***
Vasch d20+7=16 d20+7=15 Sunday August 3rd, 2003 7:10:53 PM
With the additional trackers, Vasch picks up the pace. He continues to look for Vrurt as he goes (Spot DC15).
(With the penalty for movement the Wilderness Lore check is DC11)
Kenisha Monday August 4th, 2003 12:00:40 AM
"Thank you again, Kale." Kenisha tells the invisible Taur. "I feel much safer knowing that she's protected by you.
To Brahmah's confusion over the name, she tells him. "I have named my daughter after our God. In ancient times, -isha added to the end of a noun turning into a name meaning 'Hand of (the)' noun. For example, my name means 'Hand of the Horse'. Therefor my daughter's name means 'Hand of Domi'."
Leets Monday August 4th, 2003 1:58:18 AM
"Have you fallen that low, High Priest Bloran..." Whispers Leets to answer Bloran's reaction.
"I was just offering you an honorable way to end with this, now we..."
When the fire occurs, Leets quickly grabs a bucket of water. Checking if all the Chosen are safe and well, he understands Brahmahs plan, and also realize there is going to be a blood bath if the Chosen stay here...
Hoping there is nobody remaining in the building, he follows Brahmah...
Brahmah Monday August 4th, 2003 3:06:50 AM
Brahmah simply shakes his head at Kenisha's explaination of the lovely name, as he continues into the swamp. *nods*
Ceira d20+8=17 Monday August 4th, 2003 12:14:12 PM
(OOC: Spellcraft=17 to recognize illusion. Pass? Fail?) Ceira is appauled at the sight of the minotaur mobs and remains speechless as she follows after the others.
Fire and Into the Violent Swamp. (DM Jim) Monday August 4th, 2003 12:53:35 PM
Kenisha sees the fire for what it is...a very clever illusion not the real thing. Taric's confirmation that the fire is nothing but illusion helps to settle anyone's sense of guilt or dishonor.
As you travel further into the swamp following the tracks of Vrurt, you are immediately attacked by bugs. All kinds of biting bugs (fortitude save DC 16) seem to show up and continue thier assault as you go on. You can see a big area of swamp water ahead with no ways to go around and the tracks seem to be heading that way.
As you get closer you feel the ground slowly get softer, but you are unprepared for what is to come. The ground gives way under you and you find yourself under filthy water (spot DC 20 to avoid or wilderness lore DC 18).
Vasch d20+6=21 d20+7=15 Monday August 4th, 2003 1:54:11 PM
Vasch slows as the diminutive swamp inhabitants irritate him at nearly every step. His tail swats back and forth in a vain attempt to keep the vile irritants at bay. He grits and bears the itching sensation and continues as best he can. (Fort save- DC21)
"If only I could stop and roll, that'd keep the vermin oooOOOOFFFFFFF..." (Wilderness Lore- DC15, oops!) Vasch says in a low voice that quickly creschendoes as Domi sees fit to grant his request. A loud 'Splash' and Vasch finds himself submerged in the filthy bug infested water.
Kanchana d20+5=6 d20+7=23 Monday August 4th, 2003 3:06:06 PM
Kanchana figures that they either are not being followed, or that whoever might be following is quite stealthy indeed. She turns her attention to the path ahead, and wrinkles her nose at the swamp stink and the swarms of bugs.
Kanchana has the distinct feeling that she is a bug magnet. She rubs and scratches and swats furiously. "Lovely now I am going to have inflammed bald spots from scratching!" She snarls to herself and eyes the bugs with malicious intent, "seriously I do not care if you are the Mother's creatures at this point..."
In a bout of clarity; or instinct, Kanchana deftly sidesteps a sinkhole (the same one that Vasch fell into??).
(Fortitude 6, Wilderness Lore 23)
((OOC: I take it that Kanchana did not see or hear anything, or anyone following the group?))
Brahmah d20+10=28 d20=11 d20-1=15 Monday August 4th, 2003 4:58:39 PM
As he continues into the swamp, Brahmah is viciously attacked out of nowhere. His arms flail about as irrationally as possible at the skeeters. He begins to panic, he slaps himself and scratches deep wounds into his flesh.
He screams "Raakis!!", suddenly bolting off the path and soon finds himself under bug infested water. He's very disturbed and shaken, not moving in the water very much.
OOC: Brahmah suffers from Entomophobia, an irrational fear of bugs and creepy crawlies. Even though it wasn't a permenant spell affect(cast back in May of 2002), Brahmah was weak minded enough for it to effect him still.
(fort save 28, spot 11, wilderness lore 15)
Flat-top d20+8=27 d20+4=14 Monday August 4th, 2003 7:49:36 PM
OOC: Fort 27 - Wilderness Lore 14.
"Can you see where she could have gone to? Kanishana your doing a good job tracking" Them the darn flies and bugs are getting thicker and are starting to bit down to the quick. Flat-top tries to shoo them away "What kind of bug are these horseflies or the bull headed blood suckers?" At this point the ground is getting softer and Flat-top vision is almost none, When he tripp over Brahmah's feet, down he goes into the filty water. "Cougff Sputter Spit Spit (and of course a few chosen words) OPPS! Sorry Kenisha, I'll try to remember the baby."
Kenisha (and baby Domisha) d20=17 d20=16 d20+5=18 d20+2=9 d20+1=5 Monday August 4th, 2003 11:45:13 PM
(Domisha's bare rolls are Fort=17, Spot=16. DM Jim can modify them appropriately. Kenisha's rolls are Fort=18, Wilderness Lore=9.)
When the bug begin to swarm, baby Domisha (whom I'm assuming is still in Kale's arms?) begins to cry and flail about.
Concerned about her baby, Kenisha uncautiously heads for the sounds of her baby and falls into the dirty water! Surfacing, she calls out, "Kale! Where is Domisha?! Is she safe?" as she attempts to keep her head up.
(Swim check of 5 if needed)
Leets d20+10=26 d20+3=23 Tuesday August 5th, 2003 2:33:53 AM
(Fortitude 26 - Spot 23)
Not really bothered by the bugs, Leets does his best to help his friends. For the first time since the child was born, he can care about her.
" 'Hand of Domi', that's the best name Kenisha...I wish Kalon was here...He would be very proud..."
"...And he would help us."
(since Kenisha falls into the water while he's talking to her, he will try to help her when she falls...)
Taric d20+4=21 d20=20 d20+4=11 Tuesday August 5th, 2003 3:00:00 AM
Taric scratches wildly as the bugs seem to be able to even find and bite an invisible taur.
"There must be a way to stop the itching," so thinks Taric to himself. He stops to contemplate the thought further. When he is ready to walk again he notices that he just stopped in front of a large hole.
Looking for the others he finds out most of them have fallen or sunk into the muddy water. Taric looks for a solid spot from where he can help the others get on solid ground again.
OOC: fort save = 21 spot = 20 search = 11
Vasch d20-7=6 d20+3=22 Tuesday August 5th, 2003 9:39:39 AM
Vasch breaks the water surface frantically paddling trying to swim (Swim DC6)(or gain balance if the water depth isn't greater than 7 ft. Balance DC22).
Once out, he stands there momentarily his arms held downward slightly out from his body, "Domi truely has a sense of humor." His unkept hair lies flat over his shoulders. "Any you magic-usin' folks have a 'Dry Wemic' spell?"
Ceira d20+4=14 d20+1=4 d20+2=20 Tuesday August 5th, 2003 11:31:29 AM
[OOC: Spot=14, Wilderness=4] Like the others Ceira is not a big fan of these buggers and starts swatting like crazy. One moment she blinks and the next moment, she's taking one big gulp full of nasty water.
Also not a big fan of water, Ceira starts shrieking and flailing so randomly that she finds herself back at the edge of the pool. [OOC: Swim=20]
Swamp Water and Moving On. (DM Jim) Tuesday August 5th, 2003 1:12:52 PM
Those that fell into the sinkhole find that, after flailing around for a few, the water is only seven feet deep. After getting some assistance out of the water, those that fell in look at themselves muttering. On thing that you note is that the bugs are no longer bothering you, but you stink like crazy. You know that the mud and debris coating your fur will soon become bothersome in this heat, but you see no way of getting rid of it.
Domisha laughs at those that fell in, her little face slowly turning red from laughing so hard. You have heard nothing behind you and you would hazard a guess that you are not being followed.
Looking out over the large area of swampwater you see a large downed tree that spans the water. You also look to the water and find it slightly cleaner than the stagnant sinkhole you just fell into.
[balance DC 15 if you cross the log] [swim DC 10 if you take to the water]
Flat-top d20+2=21 d20+4=11 Tuesday August 5th, 2003 2:08:40 PM
Flat-top gets out of that dirty water, and looks at himself "I look like a swamp monster." Then he hears a tiny laugh "OH! Ho! So my little Domisha, you think I look funny? Do you?" Flat-top turn and look at the others "OH! I see what you mean, WE do look that funny. Tee Hee! Well as long as these bugs don't bite, I'm Taking the fallen tree bridge."
Flat-top gallops to the fallen tree and ballance himself across. "Domi! do you think I should fall in to take this muck off?"
OCC: Balance- [21] - if he should fall any way Swim- [11].
Brahmah Tuesday August 5th, 2003 6:18:52 PM
Chuckling a bit at all the Chosen, including himself, Brahmah is still a bit shaken by all the bugs. Now though, their at a distance, not crawling all over him.
"The wee girl thinks your a monster, Flat-top. I think you look like a mussed up old sea dog." Laughs the Captain.
The minotaur captain looks at the log, then at the water. He doesn't even take a second look at the log, before you know it, Brahmah is swimming in the water to clean off, not to cross. Then shortly after he's cleaned off, he returns to shore and he says, "Quezatl." Activating his Wings of Flying.
He flies over and offers to take Domisha from Kale. "Come to your captain Brahmah, Domisha."
Kenisha d20+2=20 Tuesday August 5th, 2003 11:49:33 PM
Kenisha laughs as she gets out of the muck. "Oh so you think that's funny do you?" Kenisha trots over to Kale and Domisha and artfully smears some of the muck on the baby's forhead, neck, arms and upper torso.
"I know it's smelly, but it is keeping the bugs away. Once we get away from them I can cast Prestidigation and remove it from all of us." she tells everyone.
Kenisha then tries her luck at crossing the log (Balance=20). "Not bad, considering how clumsy I was back at that sinkhole." she says with a grin once she gets to the other side.
Kanchana d20+3=23 d20+2=6 d20+7=23 d20+7=24 Wednesday August 6th, 2003 1:41:40 AM
Kanchana moves out of the way as the others are helped out of the sinkhole. While everyone is busy helping out or drying off etc. she seaches around for a bug cure other than the stinky mud and also for any potential foodstuffs and medicinal plants. When everyone starts to swim or cross the log she follows by crossing the log.
Leets d20-6=12 Wednesday August 6th, 2003 2:02:24 AM
Considering the tree and his full plate armor, Leets prefers to try to swim, rather than to fall seconds later...
Almost drowning several times, but finally doing it, the paladin arrives on the other side, and falls on his knees, catching his breath...
Taric d20+4=15 Wednesday August 6th, 2003 2:08:22 AM
FOllowing the others along, still invisible, Taric barely manages to cross the log. He talks to the others though, letting them know he is still there. He adds though that it might come in handy in case of danger if he is not seen by possible enemies.
Kale d20+6=16 d20+7=25 d20+4=23 Wednesday August 6th, 2003 6:56:57 AM
(OOC, sorry for the late post, fort save of 16, spot check of 25)shaking his head at at Kenisha's antics, Kale says to Brahmah "Its ok, ive got her." then he easily crosses the log(balance check of 23) and waits for the others to cross.
Vasch d20+3=11 d20-7=-1 Wednesday August 6th, 2003 9:23:15 AM
Looking at the others, "No hair-dryin' spells?" Shrugging his shoulders, "No matter," Vasch says as he secures his possessions and then starts to cross the fallen tree, "Probably just fall..." (Balance DC11)
The wet wemic's stops dead in his tracks on the slippery log. "Not again..." Vasch trying desperately to maintain his balance, but it looks as though the harder he tries the more he struggle and the sooner he ends up back in the water.
Vasch goes into the water with a not-so-silent 'SPLASH'. He struggles to swim, but his gear seems to be weighing him down and after a few seconds, he goes below the water's surface. (Swim DC-1)
Brahmah Wednesday August 6th, 2003 10:20:51 AM
*snicker*
Ceira d20+2=12 d20+2=10 Wednesday August 6th, 2003 11:17:17 AM
As Ceira tries to cross the log, she ties the rope to herself and then throws out her rope for Vasch to grab onto. As she pulls, she is unable to hang on herself as she goes tumbling in afterwards. [Balance=12]
Again, Ceira starts waving about wildly until she finds herself on the other side of the shore and out of breath. [Swim=10] She tries once again to throw the rope out for Vasch.
Water, Hazards and I Hate the Swamp Alrady. (DM Jim) Wednesday August 6th, 2003 1:15:46 PM
Domisha takes the mud in stride, though she does wrinkle her nose. Still she laughs as you apply it to her body and pulls on Kale's hair.
Most of you have gotten across the water in one way or the other. Vasch comes to the surface of the water, splashing and thrashing as he tries to make it to shore. Ceira falls into the water after throwing Vasch a rope, he pulled her in, but she makes it to shore.
Kanchana goes off a little ways and looks over the many plants that grow in the swamp. Dredging through her memory she remembers a tall stocked plant that produces a pasty bug repelent, she even remember that it has a slight cinnamony smell to it. She finds a bunch of large mushrooms and some wild onions as well. A great find is a small bluish plant that helps against seasickness and settles the tummy.
You may notice (spot DC 16) the three logs floating gently in the water that appear to be getting closer to Vasch.
[anyone passing their spot check will notice the logs are actually large gators]
Brahmah d20=6 Wednesday August 6th, 2003 4:37:35 PM
Not noticing gators, but noticing his newest friend struggling, Brahmah thinks to himself. 'Boy, hope he's not a fat one.'
The captain sores into the air and begins to hover over Vasch. "Grab my feet Vasch. I'll help you." Once he has hold, Brahmah will pull him through the water until he reaches land. (Brahmah wants to use Vasch's bouyancy to lighten the burden, keeping him in the water and his head above it.)
Brahmah, flying Wednesday August 6th, 2003 4:40:23 PM
OOC: sorry, his header should read ... flying too.
Kenisha d20+3=9 Wednesday August 6th, 2003 5:30:46 PM
(ooc- Kenisha fails the spot check)
Kenisha tries not to snicker too loudly as first Vasch then Ceira slip into the water. When she notices that Vasch is having a hard time swimming she starts to get worried, but settles down as Brahmah flies over to help.
Flat-top d20+3=18 Wednesday August 6th, 2003 8:03:51 PM
Flat-top Cheers Vash to grab Brahmah hoves " Come on Vash grab on to Brahmah and he'll pull you to shore. You better get there before the logs bump into you... Wait a minute! that's not logs... Thats leather back GATERS... Hurry!" Flat-top turn and look for rocks, "Hay! We need archers here! Next ime I go to the Catacombs I got to get myself a bow and arrows."
Kanchana Wednesday August 6th, 2003 8:29:09 PM
Kanchana will take the time to gather the plants she finds. She makes sure that she leaves enough plants behind to secure next years growth and she takes care to do as little damage as possible when gathering the plants. She is so busy doing the gathering that she doen't pay any attention to the water. Kanchana trusts that other; far more capable, people will help Vasch. When the Chosen next make camp or take a lengthy rest stop she will see what she can make with the plants. "Praise be to the Great Mother. Thank you for your guidance and knowledge," she offers up her gratitude to Mother Wold.
((OOC: I presume that Nature Sense (class ability) is a given? (don't want to eat anything nasty... Also DM Jim did you get my e-mail with the Catacombs transaction?))
Not A Post But An Answer. (DM Jim) Wednesday August 6th, 2003 9:23:21 PM
[I did get your Catacombs list. It came in late though as did a lot of my mail lately. Everything seemed to be in order and ok.]
[PS: Nature Sense is a given in this situation. No picking funky mushrooms by mistake or something that would poison you.]
Taric d20=15 Thursday August 7th, 2003 1:54:25 AM
Taric looks over the swamp, curious as to where Vrurt might have gone. He takes a good look around and then looks back at Vasch, sighing a bit, but also relieved it's not him there in the water. Hearing Flat-Top scream something about Gaters, Taric focuses and mentally prepares himself to unleash a spell whenever it might be needed.
Leets d20+3=15 Thursday August 7th, 2003 3:09:35 AM
Leets will help as he can Vasch and Ceira, careful to let nobody else fall into the water.
Suddenly he hears Flat-Top, and looks around, drawing his sword:
"Uh? What? Where did you see monsters?"
Vasch, flying? d20-7=10 d20+5=22 Thursday August 7th, 2003 10:00:24 AM
Vasch struggles in the water, but does manage to bring himself to the surface long enough to see Brahmah floating just above the surface fo the water. With a powerful surge, Vasch reaches out of the water and grabs hold of Brahmah. Vasch looks up at the captain, "Just deposit me off at the nearest dry land..."
[Swim check DC10, if needed an attack roll AC22 to grab Brahmah.]
Ceira d20+4=15 Thursday August 7th, 2003 11:30:24 AM
[Spot=15] "Alligators?" replies Ceira as she squints out toward the water, "Are you sure those bugs aren't distorting your vision in some way?" After seeing Brahmah fly over to help, Ceira shrugs her shoulders and begins coiling up her rope again.
She will also munch on some trail rations to get the swamp water taste out of her mouth.
Kale d20+7=25 Thursday August 7th, 2003 11:46:18 AM
even though he's busy trying to get the mud out of his hair, Kale notices the gaters. seeing that the others are aware of the situation, Kale decides to get about 40 ft away from the river to ensure that Domisha doesnt become their dinner
A Missed Meal and You Made It Out. (DM Jim) Thursday August 7th, 2003 12:29:32 PM
Brahmah flys Vasch through the water and to the shore. The gators follow along trying to catch Vasch and have a good meal, but are not quite fast enough.
Once you get to the shore the gators stop about six feet away and watch for awhile. Then they slowly turn and leave back the way they came. You all breathe a sigh of relief that this did not end up as a fight.
Domisha squeels a little as Kale tries to get the mud out of his hair. Thinking it a game she tries to help and ends up pulling out some of his hair.
You see no more water in the immediate area ahead of you and the direction that Vrurt had been traveling. Just swamp trees and patches of grass growing here and there.
Taric Friday August 8th, 2003 12:37:06 AM
Taric breaths a sigh of relief and relaxes, letting his arms fall down again and letting the focus on his spell go.
"No need for that now," so he mutters to himself.
And then a bit louder: "Let's get going. We have to catch up with Vrurt as soon as possible."
Leets Friday August 8th, 2003 2:43:09 AM
Considering what the Chosen all look like after swimming in the dirty water and the mud, Leets ask:
"Is everybody ok? We'd better go now, Taric is right..."
Flat-top Friday August 8th, 2003 3:29:17 AM
Flat-top keep an eye on those big gaters in case they come on shore. "Alright! I'm comming." He yells at the others. He also takes a couplr of helmets of water and takes a quick baths. Then Flat-top galups to the rest of the heard.
Kenisha Friday August 8th, 2003 6:14:22 AM
Kenisha starts when Flat-top calls out about the alligators and readies to blast them with her spells in needed, but Brahmah and Vasch escape handily.
"Yes, let's keep going." she says in reply to Taric's statement.
If the bugs are no longer a problem, Kenisha will cast Prestidigitation and clean off/dry everyone. If they are still a concern she won't.
Kale Friday August 8th, 2003 8:49:06 AM
"Ouch, stop that." Kale says to Domisha as he tries to get her to stop pulling on his hair. maybe someone else should watch her......he thinks to himself
Ceira Friday August 8th, 2003 10:02:08 AM
[OOC: Has 50 minutes gone by? I'm not sure if Kale is still invisible.] Hearing only Kale's voice, "Kale? What's wrong? Are you and the baby okay?" Ceira asks as she looks around. "Want me to hold her?"
Vasch d20+7=14 d20+7=17 Friday August 8th, 2003 12:11:11 PM
"I hate water..." Vasch declares he stands near waters edge. Vasch collects himself and extends a hand to Brahmah. "Thanks, Brahmah I owe you a debt I hope I may someday be able to repay."
In response to Taric, "Then let's be on our way."
Vasch starts to look for a trail and believes he may have found one. [Wilderness Lore DC14]
[Just in case Spot DC17]
The Vast Swamp and the Search. (DM Jim) Friday August 8th, 2003 1:20:51 PM
Having gotten out of the water and seeing as no danger is present you all take a short breather. Kale has become visible sometime during your extent across the log, but with everything you did not notice. Taking a look at the sun you notice that the day is waning fast and you have at most three hours of good light left.
The bugs swarm back in again and everyone that is not mud covered once again feels thier bites (fort DC 16). With the announcement that Vasch has found more tracks that belong to Vrurt you all gather around and then shrug. You wonder how far ahead of you she can be.
You all keep an eye out for a good place to set up camp at as you travel (wilderness lore DC 14, spot DC 14). It is frustrating to know that the child and mother are out there and you are being slowed by the nature of the swamp itself.
Brahmah, flying d20+10=18 d20-1=18 d20=9 Friday August 8th, 2003 5:33:51 PM
(OOC:Sorry about not posting Thursday, but I got busy. ;) )
IC: Being in good spirits, despite the bugs, mud and gators, Brahmah sets down Vasch and then begins to spread new mud on vital areas just as they begin to leave the riverside. "I... hate... bugs." As he bats away a few pests that creep into his hair. (fort save 18) "Your right Taric, we need to get a move on if we are going to find the Child and mother. Those gators were hungry for Vasch, so we know they couldn't have eaten Vrurt and the child... right?" He says with a concerned tone. (wilderness lore and spot, 18 and 9 respectively)
Kale d20+7=11 Saturday August 9th, 2003 10:35:43 AM
"I think we need to stop for the night Brahmah." Kale says to his leader. "Kenisha just had a baby and has to be exhausted, plus Domisha is hungry. I really belive we need to stop soon."(spot check of 11)
Flat-top d20+8=22 d20+1=21 d20+4=15 Sunday August 10th, 2003 12:49:11 AM
OOC:Fort 22, Wilderness Lore 21, and Spot 15.
Flat-top rinses the big chunks of swamp gunk off of himself, now he feels much better. Flat-top will take his place in the marching line, but cannot help ribbing Kale (just a little bit)"But Kale, Domisha love you and you know your going to lose your hair sooner or later. Give her to Capt Brahmah so she can pull on his nose ring for a while." Flat-top marches on Smiling and watching all the way. Hopeinf to find some sort clue as to where the other baby and his mother went to. He has the feeling that this place has never been map before. "I'll bet that even the natives, don't know too much of this swamp and marches."
OOC: Carl: Adventurer's Repose Sunday August 10th, 2003 8:33:50 AM
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Kenisha's face falls as she realizes she and the baby are slowing the rest down. "I'm sorry friends for causing you so much trouble. I honestly thought I had a few more weeks before the baby was to come."
Leets d20+10=21 d20+3=5 Monday August 11th, 2003 1:26:25 AM
Leets honestly smiles to Kenisha.
"Don't worry. I didn't think you could follow us just after your baby. I prefer us to be all together, that's the main thing."
"And by the way, is the little one ok?"
(OOC: fortitude 21, spot 5)
Kanchana d20+7=22 d20+7=20 Monday August 11th, 2003 1:59:57 AM
Kanchana cocks her head a little bit as she hears Kenisha say that she and Domisha are slowing everyone down. "Kenisha, neither of you are slowing us down. Tis merely the wilderness of the swamp that causes delay."
When they make camp Kanchana will look into making something useful from the plants she gathered. She hopes to make enough bug repellent for everyone, if that isn't possible then she hopes to make enough for Domisha and Kenisha. She will also add the mushrooms and onions; after checking them for saftey, to the meal for the night.
"I could move to the fore of the party and help more with tracking. This tangled and soft ground is not as difficult for me to traverse as it may be for some of you," Kanchana says diffidently to the group, "maybe that would help gain us some more ground and clues as to where and how far Vrurt and her child are from us."
(Wilderness Lore 22, Herbalism 20 - working on the repellent)
Taric d20+4=19 Monday August 11th, 2003 2:02:22 AM
Taric follows the others. Not knowing much more about swamps then that they are stinky, muddy and watery, he makes sure he stays close to the others.
Seeing Domisha pull on Kale's hair Taric sure is glad he is still young and not even close to having kids in any near future.
The bugs are annoying him though and he is almost tempted to put on some mud as he saw the effect that had on the bugs.
Vasch d20+7=9 d20+7=21 d20+6=10 Monday August 11th, 2003 9:31:48 AM
Vasch looks to the other and Brahmah in particular, "Are we stopping?" Vasch's tail starts swatting at the next wave of irritating insects.
Seeing the distress in Kenisha's face, "It's not you or Domisha that slows us, but this blasted swamp."
Vasch's tailing begins swatting at high speeds until he hits the ground and begins to roll in whatever mud he can find to help him against the biting insects. "Oooo...that's much better..." (Fort DC10)
[Wilderness Lore DC9, Spot DC21]
The Need To Rest. (DM Jim) 2d4(4+3)+2=9 Monday August 11th, 2003 1:54:45 PM
You travel on for about another hour, making little progress as you have to make some detours to avoid trouble. The going is getting even rougher as the ground starts getting softer.
At last Brahmah calls a halt as the scouts find a place that will suffice for a camp for the night. It is a small hill about eight feet high, with swamp shrubs growing around it. The top is flat and will provide a decent place to set up a camp.
About the time you guys get things started in setting up, little Domisha starts crying. Kenisha knows immediately that she is hungry and must be fed.
Kanchana gives the mushrooms and onions to whoever is going to do the cooking (profession,cook DC 12) as she goes off to work on a bug repelent. She works on the repellant for some time before she comes up with several batches (9 batches).
[A batch of repellant is enough for one full sized taur or four uses for Domisha.]
[What about defenses for the night and guard duty??]
Brahmah Monday August 11th, 2003 6:30:13 PM
As they stop, Brahmah deactivates his wings.
He looks around a bit for more natural cover or defenses.
"I think the repellent, as much as I hate these pesky bugs, should e saved for Little Domisha."
"As for dinner..." Brahmah digs into his pack and removes several items. A pound of salted pork, two pounds of semi-withered carrots, poundor two of salt and pepper, two pounds of cured but not cooked elk meat, a pound of potatoes/rutabagas and three bottles(one partially gone) of fine Taurish wine. "Hope these can help, Kanchana. I think we shouldd celebrate Domisha's arrival sooner rather than later. Flat-top, help me finish this bottle we started."
(OOC:Lets me know is used of Brahmah's food. ;))
Flat-top Monday August 11th, 2003 7:28:29 PM
Flat-top taking the lead from Capt. Brahmah, goes into his saddle bag taking out some alfafa and clover, water crest, apples and honey (for desert), "OH! yes, I foound some catnip at the edge of the swamp. Here give Domisha these clover flowers after she has her milk." Flat-top give the bag of clover to Kenisha and pats Domisha on the head, "Be a good girl and mind your mother." He put the ration down, telling everybody "I can't cook, I only burn the food. I'm a Fighter not a cook."
"Brahmah I'll be right back, he goes around the camp sight and pick up fire wood. Comes back, Put the wood down in the middle of the camp. "Now! I'm ready for that wine! Captain. To Domisha touch by Domi!""
Leets Tuesday August 12th, 2003 1:55:31 AM
Leets opens the barrel of water he carries on his backpack, and offers some to whoever needs it. Later, he considers the campfire as they are all on the hill.
"If we are high enough, Vrurt may see us thanks to to the fire and come with us...I hope she won't think this fire belongs to ennemies..."
Kanchana d20+4=19 Tuesday August 12th, 2003 2:12:46 AM
Kanchana looks at the others, "can anyone cook here amoung us? If no one can; or will, then I could try..." She chews her bottom lip, "...but I really do need to work on that repellent."
(Kanchana will do the cooking; if no one else does it, and then works on the repellent afterwards.)
..........
Later that evening she has managed to make up 9 batches of repellent. "I think that Domisha, Kenisha, and anyone who is truly bothered by the bugs should use the repellent. The rest will have to make do until I can find more plants..."
Kanchana would prefer to take first watch, so that she has plenty of sleep before praying for her spells again in the morning.
(Profession cook: Untrained, (15+4(wis)= 19)
((OOC: Jim, would it be possible to have Kanchana dole out the vouchers next post? That way that old business is out of everyone's hair! ;) ))
Taric Tuesday August 12th, 2003 3:19:48 AM
Taric is happy to finally be able to sit down for a bit and rest his weary legs. Looking how the others are doing he notices Domisha getting fed. Taric quickly turns to look another way, his face starting to color red already.
After a few minutes he stands up and volunteers for any watch, but preferably the last one so he can study afterwards.
"COoking is not my specialty," says Taric in response to Kanchanan's question. "I could draw a picture though, but I don't think that would be much appreciated right now."
Kenisha and Domisha Tuesday August 12th, 2003 6:21:36 AM
Domisha rather noisily drinks her mother's milk. Kenisha tells Flat-top, "It's a lovely thought, Flat-top, but she's not up to eating solids yet."
When the baby is finished, Kenisha rubs and thumps the little one's flank until she burbs. "I'll take one of the middle watches." Kenisha says when the discussion over watches happens. Domisha has already fallen asleep by her mother's side before the evening meal is done.
Vasch Tuesday August 12th, 2003 9:27:02 AM
Vasch sits and takes out his rations, mostly dried meat and some cheese. "Well this doesn't need cookin, but it's not the best tastin fare." He eats his fill offering some to the rest if any want some.
"Kenisha, there are enough of us here. I think staying with Domisha these first nights is more important for her and you." Looking at the other for some agreement, "We'll cover the watch."
"After my swim today I'm beat. I'll take a later watch. Just wake me up when it's my turn." Vasch gives a great yawn and finds a suitable location and lies down.
Kale Tuesday August 12th, 2003 9:46:49 AM
as the others prepare dinner, Kale pulls out his pipe and begins to smoke. when offered wine, he turns it down. then he says "Ill take any watch." then he goes back smoking his pipe quietly
Ceira d20+1=16 Tuesday August 12th, 2003 11:20:31 AM
"Based on what is being offered, the convenient thing to do is to combine them in a stew." says Ceira. "Kanchana, you had better keep your focus on the repellant. I will try to improvise and create a wemic-style stew for everyone." [Untrained Cook=16]
The Next Day and Pushing On. (DM Jim) Tuesday August 12th, 2003 1:22:16 PM
The stew was rather good for Ceira's lack of cooking skills and everyone eats their fill. Kanchana concentrates on creating some bug repellent out of the herbs that she gathered. She is quite successful with what little she had, coming up with nine batches of repellent.
The watches are set and those that get to sleep do so, being very tired from the days ordeals. Sometime in the late night Vasch hears something moving around in the nearby area. He makes out voices but cannot hear good enough to catch words. The voices soon disappear in an unknown direction.
The next morning the bugs are thicker than ever and there is a thin fog over the swamp. You gather up your stuff before leaving.
[Go ahead and distribute the vouchers as that is old business. Just remember to at least send me any updates that that makes to your sheets. I can fill it in as needed. The stuff that you purchased Kanchana, is that reflected on your character sheet that you sent me...if not I will need an updated one please. Anyone else that has added anything new besides the vouchers to come will also need to send me a character sheet with these updates...thanks.]
Brahmah Tuesday August 12th, 2003 7:08:45 PM
After the great supper, Brahmah goes off with one of the unfinished bottles of wine and devours the contents. He cleans up whats left of his provisions and eds down. His watch was sometime after Vasch's and after being told of the mystery voices, Brahmah's watch is uneasy and worrisome. He spends every fifteen minutes looking in on Domisha to check on her and Kenisha's safety. The following morning, the Captain wakes with a dry mouth, hazy vision and a small headache, but none the worse for ware. After they get back under way, he tries to work out who may have been in the swamp at such a late hour and why our fire didn't give us away. "Vasch, which way were the voices origanally in before they disappeared? Could they have gotten to Vrurt and the child first? Or was it the elusive mother and baby?"
(Vouchers? What vouchers, you mean we got loot?!) email me :)
Flat-top Tuesday August 12th, 2003 7:40:02 PM
Flat-top is use to a early rising, so he take the watch with Kanchana, watching her safty because of what Brahmah said that Vash heard voices in the swamp. Check to see if mother and daughter are sleeping well. He stick close the Lionesstaur and ask her "Maybe we should make a map of where we are, where we go, where we have been and what we see. So we don't go around in circles, What do you think, Kanchana? Do you think that Brahmah and the rest of the party will want to map these wet land?"
OOC:Vouchers? We get loot with our Xpoints? please E-mail me too??
Kenisha and Domisha Tuesday August 12th, 2003 10:28:02 PM
Kenisha wakes very early in the morning when Domisha starts to wail. The little one quiets down quickly as soon as Kenisha arranges herself to let Domisha breastfeed.
Kenisha then carefully dabs the bug repellant on her baby and herself. Keeping an eye on her child as she gambols about the camp, Kenisha is thankful to be able to rest quietly for awhile. Even if she has to occassionally rescue things from Domisha's mouth.
(ooc- Vouchers? What's this about? And did we get XP again since June?)
Brahmah Wednesday August 13th, 2003 12:42:23 AM
ooc: Last time we got XP/loot last time on the 12th of June.
Kanchana Wednesday August 13th, 2003 1:52:05 AM
Kanchana will keep the other batches of repellent (7 batches), but will give a batch to anyone who asks for one. She checks one of her belt pouches to see if the vouchers that she got from the Catacombs have finally come. Noticing that they have she will hand out one to each of the other party members; except Vasch and herself (sorry Vasch; but you weren't with us at the time!). The amount on each voucher (7 vouchers) is for (39 gp, 3 sp, 7 cp). Kanchana leaves one voucher (the 8th one) in her pouch for herself.
Kanchana looks at Flat-top and says "hmm, it is a very good idea to map these lands. Can you do cartography? I think Brahmah and the others would also agree about the merit of this idea." Kanchana grins, "Flat-top do you want a batch of the repellent? Or are the bugs leaving you alone?" She chuckles a little.
At the end of her watch she will pray for, and memorize her spells for the day.
((OOC: I will try to send an e-mail about the vouchers later today. This is from the last time we got xp, I helped to sell off all the stuff no one took.))
Taric Wednesday August 13th, 2003 2:07:29 AM
Taric wakes up after a bad night's sleep. He would never get used to sleeping in the wilderness, let alone in a wet swamp. After some time he gets up, washes the sleepiness from his face with some water and looks to see how the others are faring. When Kanchana hands him the voucher, he respectfully declines. "You better keep that Kanchana. Or give it to someone who needs it more. I'm not in need of that. But thank you for the offer."
Taric then walks around a bit to see how everyone's mood is after the first night in the swamp. Hearing about the mysterious voices he gets curious, but keeps his mouth shut. He is wondering though who those voices were and why they didn't get closer to them. Could be good or bad.
Flat-top Wednesday August 13th, 2003 7:16:11 AM
OOC: Flat-top shows That on the end of the first week of June, we got Hero points and Wizards Scrolls of - Blue (see invisibillity), Knock (3rd Lvl)and 2 Enlarge, 3 magic weapons, Hide Armor (Brahmah got this),4 potion, a wand,a small bead, a quail Fearther (Which Flat-top wove into Kanchana hair he hope it was a magic one)and 5 small bages of 500gp each. BUT no Xpoints.
Kenisha Wednesday August 13th, 2003 7:19:09 AM
(ooc- did we split up the bags of gold? I can't remember and my character sheet doesn't show an influx of cash like that.
Vasch d20+7=9 d20+7=20 d20+6=22 d20+7=20 Wednesday August 13th, 2003 8:46:49 AM
"I'm not sure Brahmah if it was Vrurt or not, but the way the swamps been slowing us down..." Vasch looks as if he's trying to grapple with an idea. After a few seconds he gives up on it and goes over to where he had heard the voices the night before. He gets down low and looks for tracks or any other signs of who or what passed in the darkness (Wilderness Lore DC9).
After breaking camp Vasch picks up Vrurts trail again (Wilderness Lore DC20)
(Spot DC20, Fort save DC22)
Ceira Wednesday August 13th, 2003 9:41:17 AM
"Oh my, Thanks Kanchana!" Ceira says happily as she stows away the Catacomb voucher. "I have a lot of shopping to do." she mumbles to herself.
Kale Wednesday August 13th, 2003 10:34:58 AM
Kale passes on the bug repellent as his heavy cloths keep most of the bugs off him. "Lets go then." he says after everyone is awake.
(OOC Kachanga is taking care of old business. everyone did receive ex points, plus there is 500gps that needs to be split up too."
More Swamp and Those Bugs. (DM Jim) Wednesday August 13th, 2003 12:52:21 PM
Vasch can only tell you that the voices he heard were about fifteen feet from where you camped. It was hard to tell which exact direction as the swamp seems to distort some things. He takes you to the approximate spot that he heard the voices.
Vasch checks the ground for the tracks of whatever it was and finds faint outlines of liontaur tracks. They seem to be going in the general direction of Vrurt's tracks as he finds them also.
While this is all going on Kenisha feeds Domisha and spreads bug repellant one them both. It smells faintly of almonds as you but it on with a hint of cinnamon. Dominsha licks herself as she notices this.
Traveling along you trail the tracks of Vrurt through the swamp, noticing that the taur tracks are going that way still. Suddenly all of the tracks just seem to vanish and you are left wondering what to do.
As you wander out into the area that the tracks should be you feel the sucking pull of mud on your feet. Everytime you pull up your feet your tracks are covered over with mud and water.
[Continueing further will be at half movement because you must fight the mud.]
[Anyone that ended up in the water before or swam across must make a spot DC 20.]
Flat top Wednesday August 13th, 2003 2:19:46 PM
"I hate these bugs, it's hard going because the swamp is so damp and soft, it covers even our track ad we are looking at them. Slow and Steady" Flat-top reminds himself.
Flat-top(Ceil) Wednesday August 13th, 2003 2:32:34 PM
Kenisha - the five bags whent to (one each)Brahmah, Taric (i think),Flat-top (me), Kenisha and Ceira. Kale (DM Sam)didnot take one. I don't know about Leets, Have to ask him, he should have goten one of the bag. Kanichana (Einice was too new to get a bag). And we had lost a player Called Kah (Troy did not like to play a weimic. Hes happy play in another game.) and that accounts for the treasure.
Kanchana d20+4=23 Wednesday August 13th, 2003 3:48:51 PM
Kanchana puts the voucher that Taric declined into her backpack (along with her own voucher). She will keep it (the voucher Taric declined) in trust for the party; or Taric - whoever might need it first.
Kanchana trudges on through the thick, sticky mud. She will stay at the rear of the party. She listens for out of place sounds and noises; those NOT coming from the Chosen themselves.
(Listen 23)
((OOC: If there is still 500gp (from the time of the last xp/loot hand out) to be shared out then that would be 62gp ,5sp to the 8 characters that were there; i.e. the same who got vouchers. That's provided that I am correct in my understanding of Sam's comment.))
Brahmah (flying) d20-1=2 Wednesday August 13th, 2003 4:04:01 PM
Brahmah happily takes the bag o goodies.
Brahmah activates his wings. "Quezatl." Large bat-like wings spring from his back. He takes off, kicking mud off as he goes. "I'll take your loads to higher, drier ground.... and little Domisha too."
He begins to ferry the packs, saddlebags and baby over to dry ground. When he finds some, and before getting Domisha, Brahmah checks out if it's a safe place. (Wilderness Lore 2) He finds what he thinks might be a great spot. (smirks) He offers a quicker journey for the others, then, if Kenisha allows he takes the baby and waits for the remainder of the party.
Brahmah Addendum Wednesday August 13th, 2003 4:12:01 PM
OOC: flying is the speed of the fly spell which I believe 90'
And, I will decline my portion of gold. In fact, my portion of the 62gp should go to Domisha/Kenisha.
Kenisha d20+3=10 Wednesday August 13th, 2003 10:37:14 PM
(Spot check is a 10 so whatever it is, Kenisha doesn't see it.)
Kenisha's nose wrinkles as she trudges her way though the mud. At Brahmah's offer to fly little Domisha over she smacks her forhead and digs through her pack until she pulls out a potion vial. "I had forgotten about this." she says before drinking it. the next second she floats up into the air. "If you would take Domisha Brahmah, I can help with the lighter taurs in our merry band. I don't want Domisha to be left alone though, so lets get someone else over there first."
Taric d20=13 Thursday August 14th, 2003 1:10:51 AM
Taric's face shows exactly how he feels being in a wet, muddy, soggy swamp. He tries to continue on, hanging on to the thought that the swamp has to end somewhere. He'll wait for Brahmah and Kenisha to fly the others over first. Dirty as he is he doesn't care how fast he gets out now.
OOC: I don't know about a bag of some sorts. Might have slipped from my memory though.
Leets d20+3=18 Thursday August 14th, 2003 2:20:04 AM
(OOC: I don't remember either picking some kind of bag. Maybe it happened while I was out for holidays last month. Just tell me I will do what is needed).
"We are getting closer, maybe Vrurt is only behind those trees..."
Says Leets, trying to to encourage his friends. However, Every of his step makes his hooves deeper in the mud, and he knows they will all grow tired at this rate...
Spot:18
Kale Thursday August 14th, 2003 6:38:05 AM
"Take me over first, then ill watch over Domisha while you bring the others over." Kale says to Brahmah.
Vasch d20+7=27 d20+7=15 Thursday August 14th, 2003 8:45:03 AM
OOC: Spot DC27 for the water. What race was Vrurt?
"Vanished! Vrurt, her child, and the wemics all their tracks gone?" Vasch looks for blood or any other sign of attack (Search DC15).
He suddenly stands. "Do you think the father was a wemic? Do you think it's possible the wemic tracks are him claiming his child and Vrurt?" He looks at the others around Domisha, "Did anyone see Vrurt's child? Wasn't the village having problems with wemics?" He ponders the thought as he continues to look for more clues.
Ceira d20+4=13 Thursday August 14th, 2003 9:54:49 AM
Ceira looks down at her sticky feet and rolls her eyes. "Is there no end to this retched swamp!?" she growls as the bugs and dirty swamp is starting to chip away at her nerves. But glancing over at baby Domisha reassures her that she must not act so selfish here. Ceira looks up to see if it was possible for the others to grab something so she does not notice anything. [Spot=13]
A Plan Forms and High Ground. (DM Jim) Thursday August 14th, 2003 12:57:58 PM
As you wait Brahmah uses his wings to scout ahead a little ways. He spots what he thinks is dry groung and returns with the news.
Kale volunteers to go first so that he can protect little Domisha as the others are ferried over. Brahmah flys him across and deposits him on the ground, only to have Kale sink up to his waist in mud and gunk.
As Vasch bends around to search the ground for any other signs or blood he notices a large blood engorged leech attached to himself.
Over at the area where Kale is waist deep in mud a group of six liontaurs appear out of the swamp. They are within ten feet of Kale and armed with longspears. They are walking over the top of the mud as if it was solid ground and they are currently stareing at Kale and Brahmah.
[The rest of the group are thirty feet away from Kale and Brahmah and in this mud would take you some time to reach them.]
[The liontaurs have made no moves that could be interpreted as an attack they are just watching right now.]
[Vrurt was a minotaur.]
Brahmah (flying) Thursday August 14th, 2003 4:48:29 PM
OOC: Brahmah has wings, not boots of flying.
IC: Brahmah imposes himself between Kale and the group of liontaurs. Brahmah stares down the one taur in the lead. Finally, Brahmah speaks. "Are you here to help the Chosen out of the muck or just stand there staring at us!!?" "Nice swamp you have here!"
Kenisha (flying) d20+2=13 Thursday August 14th, 2003 8:58:22 PM
Kenisha looks about, searching for a safe place for Domisha (wilderness lore= 13). If she can find one, she'll pick up her daughter and fly her over there. If not, she'll fly to an advantagious position to aid Kale and Brahmah if it comes to a fight, but will not make any threatening gestures.
Flat-top d20+4=24 d20+1=10 Thursday August 14th, 2003 11:46:27 PM
Flat-top will wait with the other who dide not Fly over to a camp site, He'll watch and listen for trouble.
OOC - Watch 24 - Listin 10.
Taric Friday August 15th, 2003 1:11:57 AM
Taric sees the scene enfolding and prepares himself to cast a spell at the first sign of trouble. For now he tries to listen and just see what exactly will be happening.
Kanchana Friday August 15th, 2003 2:27:19 AM
Kanchana will continue to walk towards Brahmah, Kale and the Liontaurs. She will move at a steady, yet calm pace, (as best she can with the mud anyway) and keep her posture as non-threatening as possible. When Kanchana has closed some of the distance she will call out to the Liontaurs in Wemic: "Hail brethren! I am Kanchana of the Vuai Pride, Warden of the Natural Order. What brings you to the swamps?"
(P.S. Warden is what Kanchana calls Druids)
Liontaur Help and New Devolpment. (DM Jim) Friday August 15th, 2003 12:55:30 PM
As everyone trudges towards the are that poor Kale is up to his waist in mud, Brahmah addresses the leader of the taur group. Saying nothing the taur leader holds up two fingers and motions forward. Two of the taurs plant thier spears in the mud and then move forward, over top of the mud not sinking in. The pull him out of the deep mud and then haul him some ten feet away and sit him down on dry land, then head back to thier leader.
The leader glances to Brahmah frowning. "What are you doing in the swamp...it is not a safe place." Glancing around and smiling some he nods. "It is rather lovely." He does not seem to have realized that you were joking about it.
He glances to the rest of Brahmah's group as they trudge through the mud and shakes his head. "Why do you not go to the minotaur village...this is no place for you." You sense that he is trying to be nice and not saying anything bad about you.
Glancing as he hears someone speaking wemic, he raises his hand in greetings. "Sister...we hunt plants and other things in the swamp." He waves to the spot that Kale is standing on and his men move that direction. Turning back to Brahmah he motions to the dry ground. "Maybe we should talk over there...some of your group seems unable to fly." With that he will make his way over to the dry ground.
Brahmah (flying, dodge) Friday August 15th, 2003 1:21:05 PM
OOC: Dodge is versus the leader, just in case.
IC: "I assure you....friend, that we are quite alright here in the swamp. A bit dirty, but we're fine. So, are you here to find us?" Trying not to make it obvious that the Chosen are looking for someone/something. "Why are you here? Whats your name? Minotaur isle is not safe for wemics, even fine specimens like yourselves, to be wandering." The last statement was obvious to the Chosen at least, that Brahmah wanted to get out of this situation in the most diplomatic way possible, not using steel.
Leets Friday August 15th, 2003 1:39:32 PM
"Finally after offering us a safe place, this swamp will perhaps offer us answers..."
"Be welcome, bothers Taurs! We are glad to meet you in such a place, us Centaurs are not as at ease as you on soft ground!"
"Tell me my friends, aren't you the ones having troubles with the Minotaurs of the village?"
Flat-top Friday August 15th, 2003 2:13:37 PM
As Flat-top trugges through this very soft marsh, behind the girls weimic,Flat-top mutters to himself "I'll stay behind and cover the girl's back, says I. I'm in up to my hock in mud and what do the girls do? The hop over the marsh and bearly touching the water." (Flat-top makes a face :-P~~
Then Finaly Flat-top joins the rest of the group, Takes a look at the Weinicks and ask then, "Don't tell me you can walk on water too?"
Kenisha & Domisha Saturday August 16th, 2003 12:16:11 AM
Kenisha carefully flies over with Domisha in her arms and lands in the middle of the Chosen, wanting to protect her baby should the wemics have something against her daughter's unusual parentage as well.
Domisha it seems has other ideas. One look at the wemics and she starts to squeal and struggle happily in Kenisha's arms.
Vasch d20+7=10 Sunday August 17th, 2003 7:09:31 PM
On seeing the wemics, Vasch pulls off his bow but does not grab for an arrow. Moving slightly closer, he looks for others with no luck (Spot DC10). Seeing Brahmah speaking to the wemics he eases slightly, but keeps a hand near his quiver of arrows.
Kanchana Sunday August 17th, 2003 7:21:12 PM
Kanchana (still speaking in Wemic)"Plants? Which plants do you seek? Perhaps I could be of some assistance?" She now continues to move forwards towards the other Wemics, Kale and Brahmah. Having realized that Brahmah isn't talking about Vrurt and her child Kanchana wisely keeps her mouth shut about them too. She keeps a friendly demeanor.
Taric Monday August 18th, 2003 2:06:46 AM
Taric tries and get as close as possible without getting too much in the mud. He couldn't imagine a worse place for now as his hooves kept sinking into the soggy earth. Focused more on not getting wet and dirty he only hears half of what everybod is saying, but he understands that Brahmah doesn't want to get into a fight, which seemed all the better to Taric. Walking in this swamp was hard enough, let alone fighting.
The Liontaurs. (DM Jim) Monday August 18th, 2003 4:50:29 PM
The leader of the taurs smiles some and bows a little. "You are of course right...introductions first." Looking to the others of his group he nods and they spread out a little and take up places of defense, though they lounge on the ground. "My name is Tariv and we do not really seek out plants in the swamp this day..." He glances to the others and then sighs, hoping that he can trust these ones. "We have had a dream of a savior of the taurs...we came to see this baby with our own eyes." He holds up a feather charm that he has pulled out of a pouch. "A gift for the newborn to bring quickness of mind as well as feet." The rest pull up tokens of their own and then place them back for safe keeping. "That is where we travel now.
Looking to Leets he nods his head in sadness. "It is true that many of our kind are having trouble with the minotaurs...others are trying to bring about peace."
Glancing back to Brahmah he smiles and nods to the group assembled behind him. "What is it that you seek and are you bound for the village as well??" His eyes light up when he sees the newborn babe. "Is this the one we seek." He seems overjoyed to have maybe found what they have been seeking.
Vasch Monday August 18th, 2003 6:35:41 PM
Vasch still uneasy with the situation maintains his current posture.
Brahmah (flying, dodge) d20-2=2 d20-2=18 Monday August 18th, 2003 9:02:06 PM
His dodge is on Tariv. Hand resting on a hilt of a Falchion.
Brahmah looks at the Chosen, then back at Tariv.
"Like I said, I'm Brahmah leader of the Chosen of Domi. I'm not sure if this is the baby you seek. We know there is another child. We have recently left that village seeking the other child and the mother. They went missing right after the birth. The villagers aren't very friendly and didn't like that we were there."
"I don't normally trust strange folk in a swamp, actually trust now days is... rare. Actually, several evil taurs have tried to keep us from our mission... I like you, hopefully your not one of those Taurs." He smiles at Tariv. (Brahmah doesn't actually trust them. sense motive 2. smiling at him, bluff of 18)
"We must continue on, thanks for your help." Brahmah prepares to make a hasty retreat.
Ceira d20+8=16 Monday August 18th, 2003 9:24:58 PM
"May I examine your tokens?" Ceira asks in her wemic-tongue. If they agree, she will look them over for possible magical enchantments.
Ceira (addendum) Monday August 18th, 2003 9:25:20 PM
[Spellcraft=16]
Flat-top Monday August 18th, 2003 9:26:38 PM
Flat-top goes and put himself between Domisha and Kenisha, "No1 No! Domisha, We must do what Uncle Captain Brahmah tell us to do. And that is to stand here, wave at the nice Lointaurs and Smile. Understand??" he tells Domisha.
Flat-top will stand there and watch the weimics.
Kanchana Monday August 18th, 2003 11:41:16 PM
Kanchana isn't too happy that the Wemics weren't straight forward about their reason for being here. She tries to keep a neutral expression. "Have you seen anyone else travelling in the swamp recently?", Kanchana takes a chance at asking the question she held back earlier. She speaks directly to Tariv and is still speaking Wemic.
Kenisha and Domisha d20+3=17 Tuesday August 19th, 2003 12:30:59 AM
Kenisha continues to try and soothe the exuberant child while observing the wemics carefully (Sense Motive= 17).
She will not speak up unless she senses they are about to attack; prefering to let Brahmah speak for the group.
Taric Tuesday August 19th, 2003 1:46:06 AM
Taric is happy to finally have dry ground underneath his hooves. He breathes a few times, trying to catch his breath. He then continues standing in the background, but scanning the wemics, just to make sure no one tries to do anything offensive. His brais work at full speed though, clearly visible by the small frown between his eyebrows, thinking about dreams and the way Domi contacts people he has a mission for. Could they really be chosen as well? so wonders Taric, or was this something else?
Leets Tuesday August 19th, 2003 2:09:16 AM
"Brahmah is right, Tariv. I would be glad to talk alittle bit more, but every second is precious to us. We must hurry..."
"I hope we can find you back when this is over, and work on the troubles your people is having..."
A New Development. (DM Jim) Tuesday August 19th, 2003 2:30:39 PM
Tariv's smiles widens as he hands over the necklace to be looked at. "So the villagers threw you out...The Chosen thrown out that is impossible...unless...you have joined the liontaurs in the war." He watches the expression of all those around and his men also hand over thier gifts. It only takes a few minutes to come to the conclusion that they are all just regular items, no enchantments at all.
He nods to Brahmah as he states their need to leave. "It was great to be able to talk to The Chosen...if only for a few minutes." He glances to Kanchana and shakes his head. "We have seen noone else in the swamp...just some tracks of a minotaur heading the direction you are going."
Glancing to his men he waves them close. "Seems that The Chosen were thrown out of the village because they have decided to side with the liontaurs in the war."
Brahmah(dodge, flying) Tuesday August 19th, 2003 3:14:19 PM
Brahmah looks very confused. "We have not 'SIDED' with anyone, as far as I know. We represent all who are involved. Most importantly, we represent Domi and the Wold. Your right to say the Chosen are involved in a war, but not the same one you suggest. We left the village because they were going to hurt the Children of Domi, the innocent babies. They called the 'abominations' or 'monsters'." Brahmah reaches out his massive hand in farewell and shakes Tariv's hand. "I hope we meet again. Live well, may you find the wind at your back. Safe journey."
Vasch d20+7=17 d20+7=27 d20+2=8 Tuesday August 19th, 2003 5:28:23 PM
"Fools..." Vasch says in a low voice with his head hung low remembering the fighting and death saw before he left home. "Can't even see the darkness surrounding them..." He turns and starts back in the direction of Vrurt's trail. "Let's go." and Vasch moves off.
(Wilderness Lore DC17, Spot DC 27, Listen DC8)
Flat-top Tuesday August 19th, 2003 7:34:09 PM
Flat-top will follow behind the others (protecting the rear)Keeping his body between the Liontaurs and the girls (Ceira, Kenisha and Baby Domisha) hoping that Kanchana is also by his side. He waves at the Liontaurs as they go by "Happy hunting!"
Then he sings for Domisha "Happy Trails To You, Were going to see some fishes, Happy Trails To You, Were going to fill your basket full of Whishes?" Then with a dumb look on his face, he look at Kachana asking " Well! What else rhymes with fishes?"
Jay(Brahmah) Tuesday August 19th, 2003 9:18:13 PM
OOC: Jim, what is your email addy? I have something important to mail to you.
Kenisha & Domisha Wednesday August 20th, 2003 12:11:37 AM
Domisha stares owl-like at Flat-top as he sings to her and gurgles happily when he finishes. Kenisha rolls her eyes at his rhyme.
When the group is away from the liontaurs, she asks to no one in particular, "Why must people be against something or someone else? Why can't we be FOR something? There is too much negativity in the Wold."
Ceira Wednesday August 20th, 2003 1:11:30 AM
"It's okay Kenisha." says Ceira, "It is Domi's vision to unite us all but it cannot happen overnight. That is why he hand-picked us to help aid him in his cause. If we expose ourselves more to open-minded taur like Tariv, then we at least help plant the seed that will maybe further aid the cause."
Kanchana Wednesday August 20th, 2003 1:49:15 AM
Kanchana bids farewell to the Wemics, "Good hunting brethren. I am sorry that we were not to share the same path for longer than this. May our paths cross again in happier times."
She moves away two steps and suddenly asks (in Wemic); "why is there war between the Wemics and the Minotaurs? There should be no grounds for war?" Kanchana 'backpeddles' slowly away from the Wemics, heading towards the other Chosen. She is half looking at Tariv and half watching where she treads. She hopes for a quick answer to her question. When she has turned away from the group of Liontaurs she looks worried.
......
She lopes over to Flat-top; now walking beside him. "Dishes? I can think of no other words...," Kanchana looks at Flat-top briefly and shrugs. She seems distracted.
Leets Wednesday August 20th, 2003 2:22:56 AM
"I regret we couldn't speak more to those Liontaurs, Brahmah. I fear this could lead to more troubles for us..."
"You know, I was thinking that Minotaur Island was the last place where we were welcome...I wonder how we will make things better now."
"I hope Domi will bring us answers..."
Taric Wednesday August 20th, 2003 3:19:19 AM
Taric jogs along quietly, thinking about what everything might lead to. Looking for a deeper meaning in this all as their has to be something they are missing. Or was it just that the answer was floating right in front of them, but they just couldn't see it?
He manages to nod respectfully to the wemics before loosing himself in thoughts again.
Vasch d20+7=14 d20+7=15 Wednesday August 20th, 2003 4:33:44 PM
Vasch starts to pick his way slowly through the swamp looking for any sign of Vrurts trail. Also trying to avoiding any nasty hidden pools of water.
[Spot DC14, Wild Lore DC15]
Brahmah(flying) Wednesday August 20th, 2003 4:38:39 PM
"Leets, I was truly afraid that I'd have to defend Domisha against brethren. I'm even more afraid that if I have to kill another taur, I will begin to question my role in the Chosen.... and begin to question what Domi's will truly is. I need your support more now, I'm afraid." He looks very sad at the statement. Pulling Leets to one side away from the other Chosen. "I have to protect the Children of Domi, Leets. That is why I was called. The Children, the true united taurs. I'm... we're being tested, again and again."
The Liontaurs Leave and You Move On. (DM Jim) Thursday August 21st, 2003 12:42:43 PM
Tarvic loos to The Chosen and smiles some. Thier half-hearted attempts to prove that they had not joined with the wemics was laughable, in fact it just further solidified his earlier assumption. Pointing to two of his men he waves them in different directions. "Spread the word that The Chosen stand with the wemics."
He takes Brahmah's arm in friendship and then waves to them as they go on thier way. "Happy hunting to as well friends." Glancing to Kanchana he answers her in wemic. "It is an ancient debt for oppression by the minotaurs."
With a last look at The Chosen he moves his group out into the swamp and are soon gone.
You find the walking rather nice as the wemics have shown you some solid ground to use. The bugs have also quieted down, mostly due to the repelent and the mud. Vasch finds a scuff mark in the harder ground that appears to be a hoof print, but there is something strange here. After a little bit of double checking he comes to the conclusion that these are the same prints but they head in two different directions.
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Brahmah Thursday August 21st, 2003 3:26:42 PM
The captain deactivates his wings.
"Two directions. Is one magically made as a diversion? Taric? Ceira?"
Thinking to himself, 'Maybe wemic isle will allow us back now that we've supposedly sided with them. Maybe this'll turn out for the best.'
Ceira d20+8=26 d20+6=14 Thursday August 21st, 2003 3:33:00 PM
"Hmm... good observation Brahmah. Let me check for any illusions." says Ceira as she moves to the front. [Spellcraft=26, Will=14]
Flat-Top Thursday August 21st, 2003 5:07:32 PM
Flat-top is having his hand full keeping Domisha out of trying to follow the Liontaurs. "I love Children But trying to keep them from killing themselves is a hard job!" them stop Domisha from putting something in her mouth, "NO! NO! give flat-top that stuff?' "Telling Kenisha "I think I'll start my own Family Heard later in Life!"
Vasch d20+7=23 d20+7=23 d20+2=20 Thursday August 21st, 2003 6:32:30 PM
"I didn't realize we had a side in the war." Vasch says to Brahmah.
"Clever girl." Vasch says on discovering the second set of tracks. "What should we do? Split up and take a seperate trails or pick one?"
[Spot DC23, Wild Lore DC23, Listen DC20]
Brahmah Thursday August 21st, 2003 7:57:54 PM
Brahmah looks at Vasch. "We never split up if we can help it. The only time I say to split up is when we need a scout. In that case, I trust Kale to that job. He's our scout and the best one I've ever known."
"I think we need to wait for Taric and Ceira to finish looking before we move any further."
"Kanchana, which trail is natural here, the left or the right? Are you able to tell? Your the Warden of Natural Order, what do you think?"
Kenisha and Domisha Thursday August 21st, 2003 10:19:39 PM
Kenisha just smiles and shakes her head in silent laughter as she watches Flat-top running himself ragged chasing after Domisha.
Whenever her daughter strays too far from her, Kenisha calls out to her and Domisha immediately gallops over to her mother.
At one point, Domisha decides to chase her own tail to the point of falling down from dizziness. Kenisha helps her daughter up and soothes her tears and crying.
To Ceira she says, "If it is an illusion, touch both sets of tracks, if they just visual illusions, your hand will not be able to feel them."
Taric d20+14=31 Friday August 22nd, 2003 1:28:03 AM
Taric takes a close look at both tracks and sees if he can distinguish them. Shrugging he puts his hands down on both of them to see what happens.
OOC: Spellcraft = 31
Kanchana d20+7=21 d20+7=16 d20+6=7 d20+5=17 d20+3=13 Friday August 22nd, 2003 1:52:34 AM
Kanchana moves up to the tracks and looks carefully at both sets. She also looks very carefully at the area around both sets looking for disturbances of the plants and soil (i.e. broken, or crushed plants, 'churned up' soil etc). She is banking on the fact that if someone put an illusion there that they wouldn't be thinking of such things as disturbed nature. Kanchana will spend several minutes looking for signs of passage, or until she finds something conclusive. Kanchana will also take a minute to look for any traces of magic, or any illusions. "Brahmah, you may call me a druid if that suits you better. Warden is just what we are called among overselves on our home isle," Kanchana looks briefly over at Brahmah and smiles.
Brahmah Friday August 22nd, 2003 2:23:42 AM
To Kanchana, he says. "If it makes you uncomfortable to hear a ranger and captain call you by your respected title, I'll stop. I respect what and how you do things, so to me, Warden makes sense. Warden rolls off the tongue! People might call me a sailor, pirate, thug and other 'choice' terms, but I am and always will be a Taur first and Chosen second. I have a title among the Chosen, Captain. Though, nowhere else does it hold water." He winks at Warden Kanchana. "I accept Captain because it suits me. I believe Warden suits you." He sighs, then draws his falchion. Tapping it on his shoulder he says, "I miss the sea, that is my forest." He instinctively looks toward the sea. "How does 'Custodian of the Waves' suit me Kanchana?!" "Ah well."
OOC: I felt Brahmah needed to ramble on. ;)
Leets Friday August 22nd, 2003 2:25:21 AM
Leets follows, still looking around and ready to fight if there was a hidden opponent or beasts...
Vasch Friday August 22nd, 2003 10:11:01 AM
"As you wish, Captain." Vasch stops his looking and moves to the rear of the group. "I guess I'll cover the back, or is that someone else's job as well."
Brahmah Friday August 22nd, 2003 10:24:59 AM
Brahmah looks at Vasch, not sure if he's seriously upset or if he's joking. "Vigilant Vasch?" Brahmah smirks at his own clever wording.
Tracks for the Confusion. (DM Jim) Friday August 22nd, 2003 1:23:38 PM
Taric gently runs his hands over both sets of track but neither one is revealed as illusion. In fact he can tell that both are very real. He shakes his head and looks to Kanchana as she comes forward.
Kanchana looks over the tracks closely, noticing signs of disturbance with both set of tracks. She notices that one set is deeper than the other as if the person had a heavier load or walked over the same tracks twice. The set on the left look more like the depth and everything of the tracks that you were following. Vasch noticed the same thing but then got a little sidetracked before he could say anything.
Listening to the surrounding area, you only notice the continueous drone of the bugs and other swamp life. It appears that about twenty feet ahead the ground is going to go muddy again, most likely knee deep mud...hard traveling.
Kanchana d20+7=14 d20+3=11 d20+5=11 Saturday August 23rd, 2003 7:22:14 AM
"Then Warden it is. Warden doesn't bother me; I mistakenly thought that you found it awkward. I think Captain suits you fine Brahmah, though Custodian isn't too bad either," Kanchana chuckles and grins.
Kanchana looks at the tracks as she speaks, "both sets of tracks have disturbance indicating that someone walked there. [pointing at the first set (right hand ones)] These tracks are deeper. It seems to me that here someone had been carrying a heavier load, or has backtracked in their own tracks. A possible dummy trail if you will. [pointing at the set of tracks to the left] These tracks look more like the ones that Vasch had found and was following, and show no appearant signs of backtracking."
Kanchana turns slightly to reguard the other Chosen. "So which set of tracks do we follow? Or do we split forces and follow one each? We now have two excellent trackers; Kale and Vasch, so either could be done." She doesn't wait idly for any answers though. Kanchana studies the tracks one more time to see if they were made by the same creature; if she is really, really lucky maybe she can see if they were made by the same person.
(Wilderness Lore 14, Search 11, Spot 11)
Brahmah d20+2=13 d20=16 d20=10 d20+1=3 Sunday August 24th, 2003 1:54:54 AM
As Brahmah stands studying what the good trackers have to say, he pays attention to where Domisha is most of time. "Wee one! Stop tugging on that old willow tree. Come away." He demands gently, with a smile.
He often glances around to see if they are being followed, watches for gators and listens for nonswamp-like sounds(voices, metal clanging etc.). (Spot 13, Listen 16, Knowledge Nature 10, Wilderness Lore 3... I'm SOOO looking forward to 3.5 ;))
"We need to decide, soon, which track is real. We took a long time to talk to Tariv. You say it looks like one of the tracks bares a heavy load... could Vrurt be carrying the Child. Maybe she's injured, is there blood?" He thinks a moment. "Let's follow the heavier track. We need to help the Child!" He hefts his pack and is ready to move out. "We need to find the Child or dry land by nightfall." He suggests as he looks at the sky.
Leets Sunday August 24th, 2003 3:33:20 AM
Leets looks at the sky like Brahmah.
"You know Brahmah, I don't think you should reconsider your place as the leader of the Chosen. More and more I think that there are difficult choices to make in our quest, and that it will become even more difficult in the times to come..."
"Brahmah, you know you'll find all of us behind you, whatever is the choice you make..."
"For the moment, let's follow the heavier track..."
Kenisha Sunday August 24th, 2003 7:50:02 AM
Kenisha ponders what everyone has said about the tracks then decides to ask, "What if the heaver tracks are a false trail laid down to confuse us? Vrurt, at least I am hoping it is her, could have make those tracks first by first walking that way then carefully walking in reverse in her own tracks. And consider this: We have not seen tiny tracks with these at all, which would mean that she's been carrying the child all along, yes?"
Flat-top Sunday August 24th, 2003 10:53:38 AM
Flat-top catches a butterfly, Then goes over to Domisha and takes her away from the Willow tree, "Here take this butterfly to show your mother." Flat-top puts a littlebit of polin on her finger (So the Butterfly will stay on her finger, at less until she shows it to Kenisha)
Flat-top tell Brahmah "It's a toss up, and your right it does look like rain" Flat-top will look for shelter, them try to listen around.
OOC: I just gtot my books yesterday and I'm trying to covert to 3.5 as fast as I can.
Vasch Sunday August 24th, 2003 11:55:12 AM
"The lighter trail." Vasch says from the back. "If Vrurt was carrying her child for both sets of tracks then one would have to be a doubled back trail and the other isn't..." He waits for responses, "Just my opinion."
[OOC: is there any changes to the taurs being made for 3.5?]
Jay OOC Sunday August 24th, 2003 5:21:49 PM
As far as I know, there are no major changes to the taurs, at least none I know of. We really don't them to change much... if they do, we'll have to take a level adjustment of at least +2. Well, minotaurs might. Doubt we have anything to worry about though. We haven't recieved anything to dramatic on conversion, just that we're doing it. :)
Taric Monday August 25th, 2003 1:31:53 AM
Taric only finds out that both tracks are real. The rest he leaves for the trackers to find out. He does give Brahmah a pat on the shoulder to show him he will be there, no matter what.
Brahmah Monday August 25th, 2003 2:25:20 AM
Brahmah grins back at Taric. Suddenly, he has a thought. "Leets, what does Managarm think about these tracks? Do they smell right?" Brahmah motions to the double track and begins don it.
More to the Tracks of Confusion. (DM Jim) Monday August 25th, 2003 2:37:20 PM
Many good points are made about the tracks, but being right would be important so you study them longer.
Kanchana comes up with the idea that the tracks are both the same, maybe.
Leets asks Managarm to check out the tracks and is quick to let Leets know that both tracks were made by the same person.
Now all you have to do is figure out which set of tracks to follow. All sounds that can be heard in the swamp are natural and no danger has presented itself so far.
Vasch Monday August 25th, 2003 3:45:20 PM
"Kanchana can you ask the swamp what direction Vrurt went?" Vasch says with a slight inquisitive tone in his voice.
Kenisha and Domisha Monday August 25th, 2003 9:59:32 PM
Kenisha says softly, "It still seems to me that the single set is correct, but I will defer to those who know the ways of the wild better than I."
Domisha on the other hand begain to squeal and laugh loudly as she scampered over to her mother with the butterfly cupped in her hands before her.
Kenisha turned to her daughter with a smile and a finger on her lips. "Shhhhh.... Softly Domisha, there are dangers out here we would do better not to stir." Noticing the butterfly, which was content to stay on the pollen coated finger, she added, "Very pretty, isn't it?"
Domisha's large cat-like eyes light up as she giggles softly and goes back to watching the butterfly.
Brahmah d20=13 d20+2=5 d20+1=4 Monday August 25th, 2003 10:59:48 PM
Brahmah stands by watching the group and the surroundings. He begins to get impatient waiting, but he knows its best to pay attention to things closely. He smiles watching Domisha.
Kanchana Tuesday August 26th, 2003 1:45:25 AM
"I agree with Vasch... There have never been any tracks left by a child have there Vasch? Vrurt must have been carrying the child the entire time, [pointing at the right hand set of tracks] these deeper tracks have to be a dummy trail," Kanchana says. She paces a bit, moving closer to the left hand set of tracks, "I say follow these tracks."
Hanging her head Kanchana adds, "no I cannot speak with the swamp. That would take one more powerful and skilled than I."
Leets Tuesday August 26th, 2003 2:29:06 AM
"I really don't know which track to follow...The heavier track could look this way simply because the ground is softer...Or the lighter one because the ground is harder...If the grounds look alike, then we would probably have to follow the lighter one, but I'm no expert..."
"Managarm, my dog if only you could tell us which track is the most recent..."
Taric Tuesday August 26th, 2003 3:25:05 AM
Taric turns to Brahmah: "Brahmah, what if you fly up a bit in the skies and look both ways the tracks go. Maybe that will help us in reaching a conclusion. Looking from above might give us the edge we need."
Brahmah Tuesday August 26th, 2003 4:27:34 AM
The minotaur activates his wings and attempts to fly straight up to get a view of the surrounding and the tracks. (He moves full range as a double move(or as a run), I believe 360' straight up)
Flat-top Tuesday August 26th, 2003 8:01:47 AM
Flat-top meet with the rest of the fighters and Druids. Asking Kale, "Did we find a good set of trach yet? See anything yet?" All the time wishing he could do something to help.
Ceira Tuesday August 26th, 2003 3:23:59 PM
Not knowing what to add, Ceira walks over next to Kenisha. "I know this is off topic Kenisha but I'll be sticking close to you. If we run into any trouble, I will cast Invisibility on you so you and Domisha won't be targeted in the heat of battle."
Birds Eye View. (DM Jim) Tuesday August 26th, 2003 3:57:20 PM
Still not sure about the tracks and which to follow, you kind of mill around. A good suggestion is made and Brahmah activates his wings and flys straight up to get a good view.
Turning a slow circle he can make out the way that they came. Turning back to check out the direction that both tracks lead he notices more swamp in both directions. Still to the left some distance off is an island surrounded by a wide body of water.
Brahmah d20+2=21 d20=18 d20+1=3 d20=3 Tuesday August 26th, 2003 4:26:37 PM
Brahmah moves back to the groups and relays the info. "Swamp in all directions, as far as my old eyes can see. However, to the left some distance off is an island surrounded by a wide body of water. We should go left, the island seems well isolated and safe. Might be where I would take a child if I was afraid for its safety." He shrugs and goes back to watching the swamp. (Spot 21, Listen 18, Wilderness Lore 3, Knowledge nature 3)
Flat-top d20+4=18 d20+3=11 d20+4=20 d20+1=2 Tuesday August 26th, 2003 6:21:30 PM
"Alright I'm ready to go. Left it is!" Flat-top Readies himself, them approches Kenisha, Domisha anD Ceira, "Your idea, Ceira is life saving, I'll be behind the frount pack and just ahead of the three of you. Just in case we have some trouble." Flat-top starts to go, to into the swamp, when he turns his head asking Kenisha "Can Domisha swim??"
Vasch d20+7=13 d20+2=10 d20+7=16 d20-7=3 Tuesday August 26th, 2003 7:38:33 PM
At hearing what lies ahead Vasch says under his breath, "Great more water."
Vasch keeps his position in the back and pulls his bow and readies an arrow. He waits for the Chosen to move out.
(spot DC 13, listen DC10, wild lore DC16, swim DC3)
Kenisha and Domisha d20+2=22 d20+3=8 d20+1=21 Tuesday August 26th, 2003 10:54:15 PM
Kenisha thanks Ceira, "That would be very good, thanks. Although I may have to join in the fight if it gets bad enough. But until it does I'll move Domisha away from the fighting and find her someplace safe to stay."
At Flat-top's question she blinks and replies, "I'm not sure. To be safe we should have one of us on either side of her at all times."
(ooc listen=22, spot=8, swim=21 for Kenisha. DM Jim can determine if Domisha has trouble.)
Taric Wednesday August 27th, 2003 1:04:33 AM
"At least now we have some kind of destination, even vague as it is."
Taric seems happier and ready to go now they have found the way to follow.
Ceira Wednesday August 27th, 2003 11:20:23 AM
"Very perceptive of you Brahmah." comments Ceira. "It was very wise of you to obtain those wings. And such wisdom must spin-off of your leadership ability." she smiles.
Kanchana Wednesday August 27th, 2003 12:19:38 PM
Kanchana shrugs, "well at least now we have a direction to follow."
Kanchana looks pensive and then blurts out, "does anyone know that floating disk spell? If anyone here does, then it could be used to carry Domisha across the water. That way we do not have to worry about her getting tired or attacked by something aquatic."
Kanchana proceeds to follow the left hand set of tracks. "Vasch aren't you going to help with the tracks? You have been doing so well," Kanchana says in an encouraging tone.
Vasch d20+7=17 d20+7=11 d20+2=22 d20-7=-3 Wednesday August 27th, 2003 12:36:19 PM
Vasch puts away his bow and moves to the front. As he move through the others he says, "Raft, we'll need to make a raft. I can't swim to save my life and it will make it easier to get Domisha across."
Spear in hand, Vasch waits to move out. Under his breath he says, "I really need to learn to swim.
To the Island through the Swamp. (DM Jim) Wednesday August 27th, 2003 2:00:39 PM
You are all relieved to find that most of your travel is just more of that deep mud. Though it slows you down, it is not as bad as swimming.
You have been traveling for several hours now, most of the time carrying little Domisha who is fastly tiring of this. What had started out being fun is slowly losing its appeal to her and she starts to complain. You realize that you will make slower progress now, but you are getting closer to the island.
You have also noticed that the bugs are fewer in this area, but a few still bother you. It is as Vasch is swatting at one of these few biting bugs that his hand comes away blood stained. Anyone looking will notice a large blood gorged leech hiding in the hair of his mane, near his neck.
[The island would be estimated at about 3 miles away from where Brahmah flew up to have a look. Brahmah, Ceira and Vasch have started to feel a little warm lately.]
Flat-top Wednesday August 27th, 2003 4:02:13 PM
"Kenisha! Put Domisha on my back. Look at Vasch has pick up a leech or two." Flat-top will put on a harness so that Domisha can ride on his back. "We should have build a raft like Vasch wanted."
Brahmah (still flying) Wednesday August 27th, 2003 7:45:18 PM
Brahmah offers to ferry those across who trust his grip. ;) He'll fly one or two Chosen over before offering to take Domisha. "I'd hate to see someone drown or be bled further when I'm flying up here fancy free." He says smiling.
OOC: (Lets see, 90 feet or 360 at full movement(run) unencumbered. Encumbered with a heavy load is 270 feet, I'm assuming all the Chosen exceed 550 pounds except Domisha; who MIGHT weigh 130 maybe. Three miles, 15,840 feet, figures to about 59 minutes per taur for the one way trip(if you exceed Brahmahs 520 heavy load minimum). Figure Brahmah would take about 44 minutes to return for another load. I think if taurs swim part way, it might cut time in half (fishing them out as I go), otherwise we're looking at between 7-12 hours to ferry everyone. Remember, this will avoid water, leeches, gators, drowning, lessen the bugs and move things along. When all is said and done, the only Chosen that might be fatigued is Brahmah. :) )
Leets Thursday August 28th, 2003 2:19:31 AM
"Brahmah's right..."
"Vrurt is probably seeking for such a place. It's worth getting a closer look..."
Leets also begins to remove his full plate armor.
"It's all wet, and it will soon begin to rust if we go on this way."
"And I can't swim correctly with this..."
Kenisha & Domisha Thursday August 28th, 2003 7:15:00 AM
"Brahmah's right." Kenisha says trying to comfort her tired child.
(sorry for the skimpy post but I'm trying to gt over a nasty cold.)
Vasch d20+7=27 d20+7=9 d20+7=21 Thursday August 28th, 2003 10:12:14 AM
Vasch removes the leech and looks for more attached to his body. (Search DC27) "The rest of you might want to check for leeches as well."
Later Vasch looks up and checks the sun then looks around at the others, "Domi, this day's getting warm." Vasch seems to be distracted by the increased heat and seems unable to concentrate on the trail. (Wilderness Lore DC9)
When the Chosen arrive at the water's edge, Vasch begins to look around for trees that may hold enough weight to get him and others across. (Spot DC21) "That's a long swim. Do you think Vrurt's there. I mean I can't make a swim like that and carrying a child."
The Island and Getting to It. (DM Jim) Thursday August 28th, 2003 2:21:46 PM
You have finally reached the large body of water that surrounds the island. A guess would put the water at about 200 yards from the land you stand on to the land of the island. A extremely large tree stands in the middle of the island, surprisingly it is in full bloom with a mixture of colored leaves. You notice a foot wide tree that stretches across the water, obviously not a natural thing.
The water is crystal clear with lots of colored fish swimming in it. This is rather strange in many ways for a swamp, but you do get the feeling of peace surrounding this island.
Vasch takes the time to search himself and finds another four gorged leeches that he quickly gets rid of.
Brahmah (still fllying) d20=11 d20+1=5 d20+2=10 d20+1=20 d20=16 d20+2=4 Thursday August 28th, 2003 4:36:29 PM
"Chosen, not to sound like a father, but stay here. I'll return in a minute."
Brahmah takes off into the air, circles(within 50 feet) the island and tree three times and looks for ambush sights or the like that might be suspicious. He also looks for anything out of place, aside from the island/tree itself. How tall is the tree, how old? What kind of fish? (knowledge nature 11, wilderness lore 5) Tracks on the island? (spot 10, wilderness lore 20) Are there any fallen leaves? If there are fallen leaves Brahmah wishes to return to the group with a hand full for study.(knowledge nature 16) Before leaving the island, Brahmah takes a minute and looks carefully at the island.(taking a full round to catch what he may have missed, 4, seeing nothing different) When he returns, he tells the Chosen anything of note.
Flat-top Thursday August 28th, 2003 6:30:50 PM
"Vasch! this is all the salt I have left, But it does maje the leeches let go. I hope I'm not hurting you? Wow look at that big tree." Flat-top watches for Brahmah, he cannot wait for the Captain B. to get back. From where he is Flat-top cannot see or hear anything.
Kenisha and Domisha d20+3=14 Thursday August 28th, 2003 11:00:01 PM
The moment Kenisha makes it to the island she is busy checking Domisha for leeches (Search=14), but the little tike is not cooperating, she wants to trot about and play.
"Hold still for mommy, dear" Kenisha pleads as she searches.
Kanchana Friday August 29th, 2003 1:49:08 AM
Kanchana trudges through the mud and stops at the waters edge. "I guess we will have to take a look at those leech bites once we get to the island. In case there might be an infection starting. Vasch do you want any help removing those leeches?" Kanchana asks.
Meanwhile she looks at the island and into the water (as best she can without walking out into it). Kanchana wonders if this might not be a grove. "I wonder if that log bridge is safe to cross on?" Kanchana asks with curiousity.
Taric Friday August 29th, 2003 3:17:08 AM
"Finally, a place away from the mud and stinky swamp!" exclaims Taric upon sighting the island. He then realizes they first have to get there. Almost impatient he moves to the treelog, but then waits, realizing it might be a trap. Noticing Brahmah flying around Taric folds his arms across his chest and waits, all the while muttering under his breath: "Faster Brahmah, faster. That islang sure looks good."
Vasch d20+5=10 d20+5=23 d20+5=23 d20+5=24 Friday August 29th, 2003 10:09:11 AM
"Thanks, Kanchana I would appreciate the help." Vasch says standing near the waters edge. He seems to be looking quite intently at the water, or more importantly at the fish under the water. "Fish...yum..." he says and takes out his bow. A few shots into the water (AC 10,23,23,24) and there may be fish on the menu tonight.
Sanctuary
The Island. (DM Jim) Friday August 29th, 2003 1:46:26 PM
Having reached the waters edge, you all relax just a little. The feeling of peace eases the tension and some of the weariness in your bodies. Brahmah tells you all to stay put for a few as he take to wing again to check out the situation.
Slowly circling the island he notices that it is truely an island surrounded by water. The only way onto it or off of it is by the bridge or swimming. Unlike the rest of the swamp the island is covered with what appears to be soft grass, though well taken care of. The tree is well over fourty feet high, very large in diameter and very old. There are no tracks on the island that you can see on the ground. Despite the trees age it is still healthy and very green, no leaves have fallen from it yet. Several well manicured bushes grow close to the tree and appear to be heavy with berries. Flying over the water area you notice the fish, they are of varying sizes from four inches long to over three feet*think carp*. What surprises you most is that they are not all the same color, but many colors swimming together.
Vasch gets his leeches removed with a little help. While he is getting help with that Kenisha tries to check over Domisha, who wants to play. Finding no leeches on her daughter she turns her attention to other matters.
Vasch having been deleeched pulls out his bow and looks to the fish. After four shots into the water he sees three fish slowly rise to float on top of the water.
Domisha bolts for the log-bridge with everyone occupied with new matters. She is laughing as she goes and make it about four feet out onto the bridge before you notice or catch her.
Brahmah(flying) Friday August 29th, 2003 4:46:54 PM
Brahmah gets very upset with Vasch for killing the fish. "You know, if the beings who take care of and groom this island return and their fish are on a spit over a fire, they may not be very happy. The fish maybe a holy thing or of some sort of significants. I understand the hunger Vasch, I'm hungry too. Put the bow away." He says with a stern but understanding look on his face. "Let's wait a minute before crossing. Kale or Kanchana should look at the place closely. I'll fly you over so we o not risk the log bridge."
(OOC: I'm trying to get as much use out of the wings of flying that I can before conversion rips them from me. :( )
Flat-top d20+4=21 d20+6=19 Saturday August 30th, 2003 7:36:55 AM
Flat-top tell Brahmah To take the rest of the party to the Island, "I'll take the bridge. Just to see what happens, besides Vasch want some fish to eat."
Flat-top will take th bridge (from the swamp side going to the Island) Looking and listening all the way ready for anything.
ooc: Listening 21 - Looking 21.
Vasch d20+3=17 d20+7=18 Saturday August 30th, 2003 4:53:48 PM
"The care-takers probably consider everything in the swamp as holy, but I'm also sure they understand hunting and its place in life. I don't think three fish is excess." Vasch says in response to his scolding from the Captain with the same stern look. "It is an opportunity that doesn't come often. When it happens I will take it."
Vasch eats one while Kale and Kanchana check the log bridge and uses a strip of bark from one of the small sapplings to tie the other fish for later consumption.
When Brahmah gives the OK, Vasch will take the log bridge.
(spot DC 18, balance DC17)
Kenisha and Domisha d20+3=23 Sunday August 31st, 2003 11:13:44 PM
Kenisha, busy checking herself for leeches (Search=23), doesn't spot what her daughter is doing until there she notices that the laughter is not as loud. Looking around, she shreiks when she sees Domisha four feet out onto the bridge.
Quickly, she trots over to the end of the bridge But Domisha thinks this is a game and gambols another three feet down the log.
"Somebody quick! Before she falls off!" Kenisha shouts to the others while pointing at her child.
Vasch Monday September 1st, 2003 12:24:28 AM
"DOMISHA!" Vasch gives a great yell-roar towards the child.
Kanchana d20+4=7 d20+3=12 d20+5=19 d20=20 Monday September 1st, 2003 1:35:16 AM
Kanchana is searching the area around the island and is making her way towards the bridge when she hears the commotion.Tearing her eyes off of the multi-hued fish her gaze snaps to the bridge. Kanchana was trying to 'sense' if anything was out of place. She was also searching for anything dangerous, but isn't much use in finding traps. She looks to see who is closest to the bridge, and then walks towards it. "Domisha, go back to MaMa. This is not playtime. I think that maybe you would rather have some food and look at the pretty butterflies by MaMa," Kanchana says soothingly to Domisha; trying to be as persuasive as possible.
(Listen 7, Search 12, Spot 19, Diplomacy 20)
Brahmah (flying) Monday September 1st, 2003 2:41:13 AM
Brahmah, having just finished his offer to fly the Chosen over, notices Domisha crossing the log. He doesn't say a thing or yell at the Child because it may cause her to fall or turn and slip. The Captain swoops down and lifts Domisha up under the arms and waist. He moves back Kenisha and lets the child down. "Here's ma. Silly girl."
Taric Tuesday September 2nd, 2003 3:45:41 AM
Taric stays close to the others, captivated as he is by this magical place of serenity in the middle of a swamp. So full of opposites this island seems to be compared to the swamp. He wonders who might be the caretakes of this little place of paradise.
Flat-top Tuesday September 2nd, 2003 8:42:01 AM
Flat-top crosses the bridge, very glad that somebody as gotten Domisha. Goes to Leets telling him "You know some times I don't know why Domi chose me? I know that Domisha is very special, and the Calf we are looking for is very special, Domi told us in a dream. But I'm a Fighter of Domi! A protecter with a Morning Star and Sword! Not a Baby sitter. Tell me Leets, am I losing my faith? Is Domi testing me?".
The Other Side and Vrurt. (DM Jim) Tuesday September 2nd, 2003 2:02:59 PM
There is a great uproar as everyone notices that Domisha is currently out on the bridge, a fair piece out on it. Vasch's roar scares the little girl and she wobbles on the bridge as she tries to keep her footing. Just as she is about to fall of, Brahmah comes swooping in and scoops her up. She pulls on his nose as they fly back to land near Kenisha, who smothers her daughter in her arms.
Seconds after landing you notice that Brahmah's wings have transformed into a giant butterfly attached to his back. With a swift motion the butterfly kisses him on the cheek and flies away.
Now you know that it is time to cross the bridge as Brahmah had not had enough time to get you across. You once again feel the serenity of this little area and wonder about it some. You get across with no problems as if your feet are guided. Once across you see a from detach herself from the trunk of the tree and stride towards you. "You are welcome to partake of the peace here." It is a young woman dressed in an almost see through gauze dress. Her hair has a leafy texture and her big almond eyes draw you in. "What is it that you seek here?"
Flat-top Tuesday September 2nd, 2003 3:13:52 PM
Flat-top made it across the bridge, and start to look around, When he sees to his suprize?? a woman with beautiful eyes and a see through Dress, Flat-top tries to reply "Err! WoW! Abba! No No! I I I mean, Boy is it hot in here??. Flat-top makes motion for Leet to come over.
Flat-top tell Leet "Err! You tell her." and wips his brow.
Brahmah d20+7=18 Tuesday September 2nd, 2003 5:30:52 PM
Rather surprised at the wings departure, he stands watching them fly away. After crossing the bridge, Brahmah notices the dryad (I think)(knowledge nature 18) step out of the tree. "We are the Chosen of Domi, I am Brahmah. We seek a minotaur female with a newborn child of special provenance, very unique to the WOld. Have you seen anyone of that likeness around her?" He pauses a moment trying to avoid staring though her dress. "I'm sorry about your fish."
After a few minutes speaking to the fey, Brahmah opens a bundle labled 'CC' on it. He removes a large curved dagger strapping it on his thigh. Then removing an iron scroll case and wand from the cloth, he ties them to his belt. Lastly he places a familiar Falchion back into his scabbard but knicks his hand in the process. "Ow. Nice!" He says smiling.
Vasch d20+3=23 d20+5=14 d20+9=16 Tuesday September 2nd, 2003 8:06:31 PM
"Thank Domi, she's safe." Vasch says after Brahmah makes his grab of Domisha.
Vasch heads across the fallen tree as careful as possible not wanting to end up in the water. After reaching the otherside he sees the beautiful woman dressed in near nothing. Trying to come up with something to say all he can muster is a little drool and some purring.
(balance DC23, knowledge nature DC14, spot DC16)
Kenisha and Domisha Tuesday September 2nd, 2003 8:49:15 PM
Kenisha doesn't let go of her daughter for a second. She's too scared out of her wits still. Once on the other side she is amused to find some of the "boys" fumble over their tongues over the woman.
(ooc-What race is she?)
Kanchana d20+7=27 d20+3=5 Wednesday September 3rd, 2003 1:50:24 AM
Kanchana crosses the log with difficulty; she was shocked by the butterfly thing. Her eyes widen as she sees the lady step from the tree. "A Tree Guardian?" she asks herself lowly, disbelieving this amazing occurence. Gazing in awe at the woman Kanchana lets Brahmah do the talking. Kanchana feels almost giddy at being so near what she is sure is a Dryad.
(Wilderness Lore 27, Balance 5)
((OOC: I think that the lady is a Dryad (could maybe be a Nymph too??); hope I am not mistaken. I am working on conversion to 3.5 but am having one hell of a hard time can anyone help me with what skills merged with what, or were removed from the skills list? e-mail: eunice@doucet-lorang.com , any help will be greatly appreciated!))
Leets Wednesday September 3rd, 2003 2:33:53 AM
As Leets makes his way on the strange little island and seeing little Domisha in the arms of the flying Brahmah, he listens at Flat-Top with concern, glancing at his friend with strange eyes, half smiling and half curious...
"You know Flat-Top I was recently thinking of the time we had at the Surefoot Vineyard, just after meeting...This purple cyclop monster and all, it was really funny...."
"And now, all is so serious...Once we just had to investigate about the troubles our fellow Taurs were having, just to help. It was easy to see what Domi wanted us to do."
Leets gets a tender look at Domisha, simling at Kenisha's child.
"Now, people want to kill babies. I thought a part of evil had left the Wold after the war agaisnt Marteau and Domi's return. Now I have doubts."
"We should be uniting the Taurs, but it looks like all are turning away from us. Flat-Top, I'm a little bit lost too, and I pray Domi every minute to get a ray of light in this dark time. The only answer I get is that those children, both Domisha and Vrurt's child, carry far much more on their shoulders than we thought."
"This is, Flat-Top, why we must take care of them...As for the way we can do it, well, you know I was a shepard before Domi called me! It just sounds like it's not what we are that is important, but what we do..."
Suddenly, Leets see the giant butterfly flying away from Brahmah's back.
"Hey...Am I the only one thinking there are strange things happening here?!?"
Then the woman appears near the tree, and Flat-Top pushes Leets forward.
Leets wipes his hand on his tunic (that is covered with mud and unknown things), looks at his palm but still holds his hand at the woman..
"Well...Uh...Madam, I'm Leets Talric of the Talric tribe, and we are searching for a Minotaur mother with her newborn child...Well Brahmah already said it, he's our leader you know, and he also had a giant butterlfy a couple of seconds ago, maybe you saw it, or our Minotaur friend, it would be more interesting for us because...Oh! The butterfly was interesting too, but...Oh! Brahmah, explain her, please!"
Leets comes back by Flat-Top's side and gently sends his elbow in the warrior's stomach...
"You'll pay for this" he whispers, joking but still smiling at the woman.
Taric Wednesday September 3rd, 2003 2:47:57 AM
Taric follows the others to cross the bridge and stands gazing around at the island. When the lady steps out of the tree Taric feels himself coloring quite red. He wisely keeps his mouth shut. When he sees the chance, after a polite nod towards the lady, he pretends to be studying the rest of the island, looking away from the lady.
Brahmah Wednesday September 3rd, 2003 3:35:00 AM
The Captain ponders the meaning of everything that is happening, as he absent-mindedly fiddles with Zeoll The Greater's feather which still remains braided in the minotaurs thick hair.
"Courage and Faith, Leets. That's what sets us apart from the rest of the Taurs. I see the Children of Domi as the answer, but not the solution. Other taurs need to see what the Children stand for, more taurs like Tarvic and his group."
"We should seek out the other Children of Domi around the islands. See if these are the first ones of their kind. Don't you think, Leets? I've made it my personal mission to protect these Children. What say you Leets?" Brahmah smirks and snickers. "Just came up with a semi-respectible name for these Children..... UniTaurs, perhaps DomiFolk. Better than 'abominations!'."
"The butterfly?.... I couldn't tell ya. My wings are gone though, in place of it was that bundle I just opened."
Flat-top Wednesday September 3rd, 2003 3:23:42 PM
Flat-top now feel ashame for questioning Domi. "I guess your rightLeets, It's now about me, OFFF! I get the point Leets." Then the sugestion of Brahmah calling these special 'Uni'taurs' "Yes Thats what they are the real all united taurs. But I still think the lady Like Brahmah!." smiled Flat-top as he rub his stomack.
A Chance Meeting. (DM Jim) Wednesday September 3rd, 2003 3:43:51 PM
The dryad smiles and lets out a little peel of laughter at the males reactions. She moves a little closer and takes Leets hand in both of hers. "A follower of Domi are you not...and a paladin as well." Her eyes grow larger as she releases your hand and then waves her hand to indicate her island. "This is a refuge for those that have lost thier way or need a place to hide or meditate." She smiles again as Brahmah apologizes about the fish and shakes her head. "It is a natural circle...more will be born." Turning to Vasch she points tot he fish that he has left. "Waste not...want not."
Glancing back to you once she motions you to follow her around to the other side of the tree. There hidden by the bushes is a large hollowed out spot in the tree and inside is Vrurt, gently rocking her baby. "Vrurt dear...these people are here to help you." The dryad motions to The Chosen and then moves to the side. Vrurt's eyes grow large for a few seconds till what the dryad said sinks in and she relaxes, but you notice that she is likely to bolt if the wrong thing is said. Laying her small hand on Brahmah's arm, the dryad motions him away from the others. "I have someone for you to meet...he has been waiting for you here." She leads him to a small area of the island with a small tree growing on it, perched on one of the low branches is a golden eagle. It spreads it's wings and they catch the light, they turn almost to a pure bright gold that hurts you eyes some. The head swivels and you both meet eyes, you feel a joining of sorts. It as if you have always know each other. The eagle takes to wing and then flies straight towards you. It is only later that you notice the dryad is gone.
Little Domisha has wiggled free of her mother's grasp and runs over to the dryad, who smiles down at her. With an ease and grace she scoops up Domisha in her arms and cuddles her. "Such a cute child." Then with a gasp as she looks into the little ones eyes, tears appear in her eyes. "Such a destiny between the two." If asked she will not elaborate anymore on what she said.
[I was told to let you guys know that you can make the changes that you can to you characters to make them 3.5 and send them to me. Updates later as the Taurs are made 3.5 ready can be done later. This will allow for the continuous flow of the game.]
Vasch d20+9=14 Wednesday September 3rd, 2003 11:02:57 PM
"Fear not, these beauties won't be wasted." Vasch says pointing to the two remaining fish.
Vasch's mood lightens knowing they've found Vrurt and her child safe. "The future." he says to himself.
He keeps one eye towards the swamp, just in case, and the other on the future of the taur.
(spot DC14)
Flat-top Wednesday September 3rd, 2003 11:53:42 PM
Flat-top follows the Dryad around the tree, once he looks on this beautiful, Flat-top remembers the Dream. So he goes into the back pack and bring out a beautiful dagger with a signble of Domi engraved on it. "Here is a gift for the baby, and my pledge to protect him from harm. As My Domi told me to proteck these two wonderful Uni'Taurs". Flat-top will let the next Taur visit the Speical Baby.
But Flat-top will follow with the others males to watch the golden Eagle.
Taric Thursday September 4th, 2003 1:34:01 AM
Taric follows to where Vrurt was hiding and hands her and the baby his drawing. The drawing of hope and faith in the future, where all taurs could live together. Afterwards he will stand aside and drink in the peace and serenity of the island, trying to enjoy it as much as he can as he realizes they soon will have to face the swamps again.
Leets Thursday September 4th, 2003 2:13:38 AM
"I agree, Brahmah, that we should seek for other children of Domi...I hate the idea that one of them could be endangered..."
"As for the role of those children...Well, with the dangers we have faced all together, we've already seen some of our friends fall..."
Leets glances at Zeoll's feather sadly, but still smiles.
"I know there could be others falling, me, you, or anybody else. Another generation of Taurs will have to take our place sooner of later, and it could be those children..."
"Until this, I told it, swore it and repeat it now. None will hurt those children as long as I live."
Laying his hand on Brahmah's shoulder, Leets moves his head at Vrurt who suddenly appeared.
"It looks like we also have answers to our prayer...Follow the woman, we will all take care of Vrurt and her child..."
"And by the way, Unitaurs sounds nice, it reminds me of the Unicorns my mother talked about."
Just after Taric and Flat-Top, Leets bows before the child and Vrurt.
"I come in Domi's name to protect the holy child, and offer a present."
Leets unsheathes his sword, and offers it, bowing his head, knees on the ground.
"Once my mother gave me this sword, to uphold Domi's valor and go on her own holy quest."
"Today the quest is mine, and has been growing like a flowering tree that was once only a seed."
"I know you'll be among the Taurs who'll see this tree finally bear fruits. Until this, may this blade protect you as it protected me."
Laying the longsword before the mother and the child, Leets cast bless on Vrurt and the newborn.
"May Domi walk by your side, and bring hope and courage in your hearts."
Kanchana d20+3=20 d20+3=12 Thursday September 4th, 2003 2:15:59 AM
Kanchana walks over to Vrurt and her child. Smiling she hands Vrurt the carved shield she made, "this is a shield of Tomi. I made it with holes for thread so it could be stitched onto clothing or a blanket." Kanchana admires the child for a brief moment, then looks at Vrurt and offers to bless the child. If Vrurt doesn't object she says: "The blessings of Mother Wold and Father Tomi upon you; little one. May the Great Mother nourish and protect you, give you shelter and abundance. May the Father of Taurs guide you and give you strength, may He grant you success in the hunt and walk beside you; always, on your Lifepath." At the end of her blessing Kanchana reaches down and gently gives an almost motherly caress to the child; brushing it's cheek with her hand. "May you find peace where ever you may be Vrurt. I will do my utmost to aid you and your child when it is in my power to do so." Kanchana steps back and looks for the Dryad, before 'scouting out' the island. She also searches for a nice and suitable piece of wood so she can begin carving a shield for Domisha too. Kanchana feels guilty for not thinking about making one for Domisha at Hearthold Keep.
(search 20, appraise 12)
Kanchana - note about the shield Thursday September 4th, 2003 2:20:03 AM
((OOC: the shield is somewhat smaller than the palm of an average grown human woman's hand.))
Brahmah (Speak with Animals) Thursday September 4th, 2003 2:51:24 AM
Cocking his head at the Golden eagle, he moves closer. Brahmah casts(assuming its an animal or a magical beast, Can we speak using the spell even if its an animal companion?) Speak with Animals (duration 3 minutes equaling his caster level, 3rd) He gibbers, shreeks and squaks at the eagle, making few gestures other than the odd twitch and head tilt. The Eagle returns the sounds in kind. Brahmah knods frequently. (Why have you come to me? Where did she come from? Who sent her? What she is called? All the basic questions.) There is a final squak and then the Golden Eagle flies off the tree and lands on Brahmah's horn.
Brahmah walks over to the Child, kneels and removes his pack. He retrieves four painted ioun stones. He places them near the childs head, then releases them. They float harmlessly and meaningfully around the childs head. "Bless you under Domi and this beautiful glade." He looks at Vrurt and says. "Know I will protect your child to my end." He lowers his head and stands.
As he stands, the eagle notices Vasch's fish hanging there untended and takes off snagging a fish. She lands and starts tearing it apart.
***4 Ioun Stones (grey, painted[blue, red, yellow and white] and carved) --(The yellow one carved with a wemic, the blue carved with a centaur, the red carved with a minotaur and the white one carved with the Holy symbol of Domi surrounded by the three taur races.)***
(If you have issues with my post, let me know.)
Kenisha and Domisha Thursday September 4th, 2003 6:19:19 AM
Kenisha has a feeling of peace and unworry for the first time since entering the swamp. Even the dryad's words about the children can not shake it. After a moment, she heads over to the dryad and collects her daughter; leading her over to where Vrurt and her child are.
"Greetings, sister Taur. May I introduce to you and yours my litle one. This is Domisha, who's name means 'hand of Domi'." She then roots about in her pack for something.
Domisha's cat-like eyes are bright as is her smile. She looks up at her mother then over at Vrurt.
Kenisha pulls out her gift to Vrurt's child. "May the wine that this skin holds, be ever used to seal friendship between all the Taurs." she says as she hands the wineskin over. Carved into the leather on one side is a Taur with features of all three races. On the other side are three figures, a wemic, a centaur and a minotaur, hands clasped in friendship under the symbol of Domi.
A Tender Moment. (DM Jim) Thursday September 4th, 2003 3:21:06 PM
Vrurt stares on as each person lays a gift by her baby. Tears swell in her eyes as she gently strokes the babies head. "Is she really that special...why do those in the village wish to kill her?" She is seeking answers to questions that leave her teetering on the verge of a cliff. "I have betrayed my people's laws...but I could not let them kill her." She looks to The Chosen, seeking answers and giving a silent thanks for thier kindness. "If what you say is true and the dream I had is too...she must live, but where to take her." Vrurt make haste to gather up the gifts after several minutes of hugs and thanks to The Chosen. She stows them in a bag that she is carrying that you notice contains lots of food and water.
Suddenly there is a yell from across the water, but you cannot see anyone from this side of the tree. "Chosen...surrender yourselves at once. Be forwarned that we will only take your unconditional surrender and nothing else." As you look around and spot the man, he is the Mailed Fist leader from the village. His men and woman stand in different areas, two of them with arrows already nocked to bowstrings. They appear to be ready to take you by force if need be.
[As this is possibly the entrance to combat we may need to hold off till everyone has 3.5 characters ready and approved. I have currently asked Kent about this as he is the ruler on that right now.]
Brahmah d20=19 Friday September 5th, 2003 3:18:07 AM
The Chosen's Captian whips his head around as he hears the yell. As he walks away from her, he glances at the Chosen's spell casters as if to say, 'Be ready.' He looks back at Vrurt. "Stay hidden, don't move."
Pah'caw, the Golden Eagle, takes off from the ground and soars. She whistles, "Shrrreeeeooowwk." Brahmah makes a gesture to defend the Children. (Defend command DC is 20, Wild Empathy, rolled a 19 + ranger level 6 + Link Ability 4 - Charisma 2 = 27 result)
Knowing that the only way off this island is that log (he briefly longs for Wings).
Brahmah brazenly walks to the island side end of the log bridge and stops before crossing. Looking out over the water, he shouts to the Mailed Fist. "Let us speak rationally, Friend Taurs. Your Leader and myself. We can meet on neutral ground. Your are tenacious hunters. Unconditional surrender? What have we done? I hear no accusations that makes for a viable argument. Explain." Even shouting, Brahmahs voice is calm and peaceful, as peaceful as the island.
His hands are away from his weapons, hands outstretched to his side.
Flat-top Friday September 5th, 2003 9:41:47 AM
Flat-top was standing with the male group of the Children Of Domi, when he heard the shout. He turns to face the voice, his first instinks are to go for his Morning Star but that would be fruitless, only arrows would do this job now. But Brahmah gives a sign and advances to the log bridge. Flat-top likes what Brahmah has in mind and will wait for further instructions.
Vasch Friday September 5th, 2003 10:51:35 AM
Vasch quickly pulls his bow and draws and arrow then moves to the shore. "Grrrr..." Is all vasch says waiting for the command to loose his arrows.
List of Charges Against The Chosen. (DM Jim) Friday September 5th, 2003 2:08:37 PM
The Mailed Fist leader walks to the edge of the foot wide bridge and smiles at Brahmah. "We will parlay with you for a few minutes." He signals his men to hold thier ground as he talks to Brahmah. The two fighters sheath thier weapons and draw bows instead, the cleric pulls up a crossbow ready for action and the wizard has a wand in his hand. Each keeps a watchful eye on the happenings as they are prepared for anything.
"You ask for charges, Brahmah leader of The Chosen...so you shall get them." He takes out a sheet of parchment and reads off the following, after unrolling the scroll.
"The Chosen have been found guilty of the following charges and are to be brought back to have judgement passed by the High Priest Bloran.
1) The kidnapping of the High Priest's sister. 2) The kidnapping of the High Priest's sister's child. 3) Causing a riot in the village that resulted in the damage of property as well as emotional damage. 4) Support of the abomination that scripture deems a threat to the world. 5) Bringing into the world another abomination from one of your own no less. 6) Outright heresy in the support of these abominations. 7) Drawing weapons and threatening the High Priest."
The leader rolls back up the scroll and smiling looks on while Brahmah digests the list of accusations. "You have ten minutes to concur between yourselves and come to a decision...at that time you will enter our custody in one way or the other." He waits to see what Brahmah has to say before turning and making his way back to his men. He is not sure of his orders to take these ones in...but the High Priest has payed the Mailed Fist rather well for thier services.
Brahmah (dodge vs cleric) Friday September 5th, 2003 4:51:53 PM
"Wow, those sound mighty convincing.
1) The kidnapping of the High Priest's sister. WHO MIGHT THIS UNFORTUNATE BE?
2) The kidnapping of the High Priest's. WE HAVEN'T SEEN THE HIGH PRIEST SINCE WE MET WITH HIM AT THE VILLAGE SEVERAL DAYS AGO.
3) Causing a riot in the village that resulted in the damage of property as well as emotional damage. I CAN ASURE YOU THAT WHATEVER DAMAGE WAS DONE TO YOUR VILLAGE WAS DUE TO THE STUPIDITY AND IGNORRANCE OF IT'S OWN POPULACE AND IF YOUR REFERRING TO THE FIRE, IT WAS AN ILLUSION. WHEN WE LEFT YOU VILLAGERS WERE THROWING WATER ON THE ILLUSION. EMOTIONAL DAMAGE? I THINK THAT IS UP TO DEBATE.
4) Support of the abomination that scripture deems a threat to the world. TEXT, I FOUND RECENTLY, CAN BE AND HAS BEEN MISINTERPERATED BY SOME OF THE HIGHEST CLERGY.
5) Bringing into the world another abomination from one of your own no less. I ONLY SEE THE LOVE OF TWO TAURS AND TWO CHOSEN. DOMI FORESAW THE CHILDREN AND THEIR PARENTS AS HOPE FOR THE TAURS.
6) Outright heresy in the support of these abominations. I SEE NOTHING BUT INNOCENT CHILDREN.
7) Drawing weapons and threatening the High Priest. FOR THE SAFETY OF THE CHILDREN, WE MEANT NO HARM TO THE PRIEST."
Brahmah turns away as the Mailed Fist leader does the same. He moves to the Chosen. "We have ten minutes before we are taken into custody. The leader doesn't seem sure of himself, which is an advantage. I suggest we go quietly, using that time for Vrurt to escape. Okay, now that I've said the sensible thing.... We need to fight our way free. They have clerics and a wizard. What say you Chosen?"
Kanchana d20+4=24 d20+4=12 d20=8 d20+4=17 d20+3=22 Friday September 5th, 2003 5:19:24 PM
Kanchana ties her scimitar with a peace-knot and makes a beeline for Brahmah's side. Kanchana comes across as determined to keep this island pure and clean. She tries to sound convincing but not threatening. She tries to keep all moves she makes non-aggressive, non-threatening.
"Absolutely NO bloodshed here on this Grove! This is sacred to the Great Mother and it is a sanctuary. Any who would defile it will find little aid from the LifeGiver. Put all ranged, blood-drawing weapons away - everyone." Kanchana gives everyone 'the look'(you all know the one that moms and wives use sometimes) as best she can.
"Commander Miroband of the Mailed Fist, before we confer among ourselves I would like to say a few words to you. I believe you and your people were led false; to a degree, when this task was given you." Kanchana is talking loudly, but tries to keep her voice calm and steady.
Kanchana looks distinctly alarmed at what Brahmah has said. "Brahmah the village isn't theirs. They were just bivouacking there."
Kanchana speaks directly (raising her voice a little more to be heard better)to Commander Miroband (even though his back is turned to her): "I hope you will take time to listen to one who is not the leader. The first point: Vrurt fled from the town in fear - we have tracked her. We did not; nor have we ever had any intent of kidnapping her or her child. The second point: I am not sure what Bloran meant. [pause for breath] The proposed riot and any resulting damages we share some blame in, yes. So does Bloran for commanding the people to take up arms. But that was all the result of severe miscommunication. The fire was an illusion. [ another very short pause for breath] The rest of the accusations, barring the drawing weapons bit, is for Tomi to clarify NOT any of us, NOT Bloran, and most certainly NOT a temporal court. All of this is the result of hot tempers and closed ears. Decreed by dreams, as yet not discussed between all parties concerned."
Kanchana takes a deep breath and continues... "I have no desire to fight any of you; nor any Taur. I do ask that this place be kept holy and clean and that the children be kept out of this. They are innocents." Kanchana looks quite sincere, "I do not know why you were even asked to be involved in all of this. Surely you must think that you are wasting your time on some frivolry? Did Bloran in his ire and pain ask you to help?" Her gaze is fixed on Commander Miroband and she looks slightly desperate for understanding and somewhat worried. Kanchana has not considered any mercenary aspect of this. She sincerely hopes that someone among the mercenaries is listening to her.
"Finally, sorry if Captain Brahmah sounded rude. It is just that we are all tired of accusations and miscommunications."
Kanchana feels unsure if her words came out with the meaning she intended. She now has a cold, hard knot in her stomach that she might have erred in opening her big mouth. Her posture now shows this insecurity.
(Sense motive 24 (trying to get a feel of the mercenaries - especially Commander Miroband), Wisdom check 12 (to see if I could remember the commander's name and rank), Diplomacy 8, Wisdom check 17 (for accuracy of remembering what happened at the viallage), Intelligence check 22 (for piecing together all the info given in the whole prophecy debacle etc.)
Kenisha and Domisha Friday September 5th, 2003 11:27:38 PM
(OOC- I thought we had to wait before posting again. Are we a go to continue?)
Brahmah(addendum) Saturday September 6th, 2003 12:28:14 AM
(OOC: The reason I responded to the Leader in 'caps' was NOT to show anger or shouting, but to differenciate between items.)
IC: Brahmah looks shocked at Kanchana, then looks at Flat-top, pointing at Kanchana, he says, "Flat-top, I thought I said all this already."
Looking back at Kanchana, the Captain and leader of the Chosen 'reclaims' what he said. "I believe, Kanchana, they will only understand the irrational. They are just 'doin' their jobs. I meant everything in Honorable statement and honest truth. I did not know and wasn't told Vrurt was related to the high priest. The Warden, Kanchana, is correct in that we ARE tired of accusations that are untrue and dishonorable. I am Honorable and so are the Chosen. AND THERE WILL BE NO BLOODSHED ON THIS SACRED GROUND."
He pauses and recollects something. "You also said... "The Chosen have been found guilty of the following charges and are to be brought back to have judgement passed by the High Priest Bloran." Whats the point of Judgement if we're already GUILTY! This will be a drumhead trial!"
Flat-top Saturday September 6th, 2003 7:30:21 AM
"You have, Captain. But what Kachana does not realize is that she, Vasch and Ceira are weimics, so they are the enermy. We all been found guilty even before a trial, excution is a mute question now. It's the Uni'taurs that I'm worried about, even if we give up and are tied up to march back to the village, it woun't do the children any good. The Mailed Fist will only cross for the babies and their mothers, then who know what orders they have from the high preist? All I know is they woun't be gental about it. I don't mind going back in chains and turning over my Morning Star, what puzzles me is how do we protect these little ones and their mothers??" Flat-top look to Sir Leets the Paladin for an answer.
Vasch d20+1=18 Saturday September 6th, 2003 9:58:59 AM
"I'm sorry Kanchana but I WILL NOT be hauled back in chains. Know this, if they step on this island, blood will run on sacred ground. I have not traveled all this way to see my end...er...our ends! I said it in the village, I will let no one harm the children!" With that Vasch lets out a great roar. (Intimidate DC18)
Brahmah(addendum) Saturday September 6th, 2003 11:47:44 AM
Brahmah looks at Vasch, then smiles. The Captain shudders at the roar.
(OOC: I want to point out, regardless what happens to the chldren, that the Chosen will always be fugitives. We spit on dogma and prophecy, apparently, without trying.)
Flat-top Tuesday September 9th, 2003 4:10:12 PM
The only one left are Sam (Kale) and Jenner (Ceira) Who have not posted for a while. Are we ready to post??
Brahmah (Jay OOC) Tuesday September 9th, 2003 5:38:23 PM
OOC: Kale and Ceira have not turned in their characters to Kent. Are either of you having problems converting? DO you need books? Suggestions? (Are you converting?) I'm not going to speak for the other taurs, but I'm always an email away for anyone who needs help; if I can give it, I will.
Taric (inivisible?) Wednesday September 10th, 2003 2:04:08 AM
During the parley Taric moves to check on Vrurt. If he gets the chance to talk unhead and move his hands unseen he will do so, turning himself invisible at the first chance, preferably using the tree as cover so as not to be seen by the Mailed Fist.
He then prepares to cast another spell which might prevent a bloodbath from taking place. He holds the spell though, ready to unleash it at the first sign of hostilities.
Taric feels in no way committed to surrender. He will defend these children and with them the will of Domi, even if it's the last thing he'll do.
OOC: casting invibility if possible.
Leets d20+2=14 Wednesday September 10th, 2003 3:13:13 AM
Leets listens to Brahmah and Flat-Top as Kanchana speaks. He grabs a long piece of wood on the ground and begins to clean it with his woodcarving tools while gibing his own point of view.
"You're both right. I don't want to see the children in the hands of those. They would be able of anything and...event the worst."
"I suppose we are accused of Heresy because we didn't agree with Bloran and his text. The problem is that he IS the High Priest, and we need another point of view about all this."
"The best would be to gather Domi's clergymen so that they see the truth and work all together on the holy scripture. The other problem is that Bloran will certainly not let us go to do such a thing: as you said, Brahmah, we are already guilty and there will be no real trial."
"Well spoken, Kanchana, I understand why you don't want this place to be desecrated...It's a pity those can't see the nature of this place...I just took this piece of wood, it will...well, help me go on this journey, we'll say, and it's also nice to bring back something from here..."
"Hmm..Let's see, they have fighters, wizards and clerics...We've seen far much worst. We could probably manage to flee. I haven't seen Taric for a while, and Managarm also went away hunting a couple of minutes ago...He could come back very quickly...Your new friend, Brahmah, could be very important too..."
"I hate the idea of spilling Taur's blood, but I'm not sure the ones Bloran sent will hear us at all."
"You have the final word, Brahmah. As for myself, I think we can probably go away - although we will be fugitive as you said. However, we know we still have friends on this island - the Wemics. They can perhaps help us find a boat, because we can't reach ours. Then, we can go bak to the Hearthold Keep with the children: There will be no danger for the children in this place of tolerance. It can also be the neutral ground we need to gather the clergymen of Domi, and maybe I can also find some scriptures about those events..."
"It won't be asy, but if you want us to go away, I'll do all that is needed."
Leets finally tightens his grasp on his piece of wood that now looks like a LARGE quarterstaff.
(woodcarving 14)
Flat-top Wednesday September 10th, 2003 5:02:30 AM
"Well said, Leets! I agree." As flat-top put away his Morning Star, Take his long bow and stat string it. "Captain! just give the word."
Brahmah Wednesday September 10th, 2003 6:26:28 AM
As Brahmah listens to the Chosen, he watches the Mailed Fist jockey to position themselves around the island like flies on a rubbage heap.
He whispers to the Chosen. "If we flee, the swamp will hinder us, we know this. If we fight, there will be blood shed. We HAVE faced worse, but need we face anything now? Heartshold Keep is where we need to flee to and there that clergy meeting can take place... we can summon them there so we're not 'out causing trouble'. We DO need the wemic on this island, they can support us, they DO support us. I wonder if one/both of our animal friends can seek Tariv's group at the village? Do our animals have the ability to seek out those taurs? Where is Taric? And Kale for that matter? And Ceira? Maybe they got away, or captured? If Managarm returns, that may be our opening. He may distract the Fist long enough for us to make a tactical retreat. I hate the idea of retreat, but with the Children, we have little choice. I do know we can't return to that village."
"Archers, casters, be ready. We hold this island."
"Dryad friend, where are you? We need your guidance. Your tree is about to be harmed, your grove bloodied! These men in armor wish to bring harm to Vrurt and her child... and us." He says carefully.
Brahmah removes a scrolls from his case (entangle) and a Tanglefoot bag from his pack. Still looking inside his bag, Brahmah says, "In this situation I would HAPPILY trade my kukri for a good strength bow."
OOC: Did anyone think to take an item or something from Tariv's group that Managarm can 'scent'? Question: If Managarm comes back and sees all this happening, would he hide? or would he avoid combat and return right to Leets? Can he 'distract' the Fist(what are his 'tricks')?
Flat-top Wednesday September 10th, 2003 10:40:49 AM
"Tauric?? Tauric was here a minute ago, So was Ceira and Kale. If I remember corect Kale had taken a blanlet and a cloth for Domisha head, when they escape. Kale said he never used it on domisha, this cloth comes from the Midwife. will that do?" Flat-top turn from Brahmah and yells "HEY! Kale! We need you here for a while."
"Leets, you gave me alot to think about, but what ever we decied I with you. May Domi hold my arrows true."
The Party For The New Children. (DM Jim) Wednesday September 10th, 2003 1:57:28 PM
The captain turns to regard Kanchana with a critical eye and shakes his head in regret. "I am sorry kind lady...I cannot allow that unless you all leave the island bound and gaged." You can see a hint of sadness in his eyes as he takes in the island and shakes his head again. "I fear that bloodshed will soon happen in this area...my hands are tied by the High Priest and my superiors." He then makes his way back to his men and gives them orders to spread out a little. You also notice that a pair of minotaur priest's have also shown up...obviously to support the Mailed Fist.
The dryad reappears near Brahmah's side a sad look on her face. "Do not worry...no harm will come to my tree....but the rest....." She looks around sadly at the rest of the island. Taking Brahmah's hand she kisses it lightly. "I cannot join you in the battle...but I do not want to see the children taken." She looks to the rest of The Chosen and with a shy smile she runs back to her tree for a minute and returns. To each of you she hands a perfectly rounded and clear piece of amber, she then disappears into the tree once again.
Captain Miroband walks back to the edge of the water to speak again, after the agreed time is up. "Have The Chosen come to a decision?" He waits for an answer, but it is his men moving around to take up better positions that draws your attention too.
[I am figuring that we will be seeing combat next post so we will have to hold off on that. I need to get some info from Kent first and we need to check on Ceira's status.]
[Sorry for no post yesterday...did not realize that the Wold was back up.]
Flat-top Wednesday September 10th, 2003 4:07:31 PM
Flat-top puts his shield in the ground (bottom point of shield end down), almost a propping the shield is his quiver of arrows (so it is easer to pick up the next arrow to battle). Now Flat-top strings his bow, he has a arrow ready to set, but not just yet just holding the weapon down. Flat-top puts his Ambar piece under his Chest Plat Armor.
He whispers to Leets "Leets if your praying, ask Domi and Almi to have mercy on the Uni'Taurs. I'm ready to be judge."
Vasch Wednesday September 10th, 2003 7:17:08 PM
Vasch notes the priest and readies himself. "Tomi give me the strength to conquer my ememies." He says aloud. He lifts his bow, draws it back and waits.
Kenisha and Domisha d20+10=30 Wednesday September 10th, 2003 10:40:59 PM
Kenisha picks up Domisha and takes her over to Vrurt and her child. "Keep her safe. Should you find a way off this island, head to Hearthold Isle. You will find sactuary there for you and the children."
She gives Domisha one last kiss on the top of her head. "Be safe and well, my daughter." Not knowing what was going on, Domisha goes over to the other baby and they sit and play.
Kenisha then examines the amber the dryad has given to figure out what it is. (Knowledge Arcana=30)
"I won't give my daughter over to be murdered. If I have to die to ensure her safety, I will."
Taric (invisible) Thursday September 11th, 2003 2:09:48 AM
Taric moves over to Brahmah and whispers to him: "It's me, Taric. Whenever you see a chance arising, take it and set off to Hearthold keep."
He then moves away, making sure he is not the path of any arrows. When he feels comfortable he is some distance away from everybody he starts concentrating to get his spell going, a spell that will hopefully cause enough of a distraction to prevent any bloodshed.
Kanchana d20+6=18 d20+3=13 d20+4=22 d20+5=21 Thursday September 11th, 2003 2:19:22 AM
Kanchana takes the piece of amber reverently, and looks at it trying to see if it can be of any use in this situation. Kanchana moves back from the edge of the island, goes over to the tree sits down and thinks hard for a moment. [if those ability checks and religion check work DM Jim, then she will say loudly] "Is there no way that Leets or one of the clerics; either Minotaur or of the Mailed Fist can invoke some sort of way to see if anyone is telling the truth? I would gladly submit to such a questioning!" [If the rolls do not work then she says nothing but does the following either after speaking or after just sitting down.] Kanchana remains sitting beside the tree trying to think of a way to get the children and Vrurt away from here and avoid combat (if they can!). Kanchana carefully unties the peaceknot on her scimitar, hoping no one sees her doing this.
Leets Thursday September 11th, 2003 2:37:45 AM
"We would need our opponents to look another way while we are leaving...Managarm may try to bark and do noise to draw their attention, but I think they are now too many."
"Maybe our spellcasters could do something...The fire at the village was very convincing, for example...Do you have an idea, my friends?"
Leets turns to Ceira, Kenisha and Taric...
Brahmah(dodge vs wizard) Thursday September 11th, 2003 5:58:07 AM
Brahmah nods with a smile in response to Taric, but says nothing. The Captain grows more and more tense, waiting for fate or the like to step and show itself. Under his breath, he says. "Yes, tactical retreat to The Keep. When the distraction comes, try to meet at the docks we landed on. Whoever arrives their, charter a ship for however many are with you. Try to remain together though, to the best of your ability."
"Pah'caw, heel." He calls for his newest companion (the eagle). "What I would give for a set of wings!"
Brahmah (addendum) Thursday September 11th, 2003 6:01:41 AM
Brahmah adds, quietly, "Stay together, unless absolutely necessary!"
(How many Mailed Fist? Opposing Taurs? Etc)
Taking Stock of the Situation. (DM Jim) Thursday September 11th, 2003 2:02:18 PM
Kenisha gets no sense from the amber as she intently studies it. That could mean that it is a more suttle magic to the amber than some items or that it is just a nice piece of amber.
Kanchana comes up with a couple of spells that would allow thier truth to be determined.
Cleric - 2nd level zone of truth, 4th level discern lies
Brahmah can see currently the following number of soldiers.
Mailed Fist - Captain, soldiers(4), cleric, wizard Minotaurs - Clerics(3) *one came with the Mailed Fist*
[OOC: Checking with Kent about combat. Plus I am sending Kale's character sheet to Kent again.]
Brahmah(dodge on wizard) Thursday September 11th, 2003 3:11:42 PM
Brahmah looks at the Chosen. He whispers. "When we start firing, concentrate on the captain and the casters."
Flat-top Thursday September 11th, 2003 3:24:04 PM
Flat-top locates one of the cleric, the one with a bleu eye and one brown eye. To Leets he ask "which one do you want a cleric or the wizard?" To Captain Brahmah "Anytime your ready, Sir!"
Kanchana d20=16 Thursday September 11th, 2003 5:14:01 PM
Kanchana heaves herself up from the ground rather rapidly considering her size.
"Wait! Wait! There are a few spells that can be used to discern truth! Only I have no command of them... Leets! Do you you know any of them? One causes an inability to tell false and the other shows when someone is lieing." [She steps forward again; towards the water and the bridge. She looks at the Minotaurs and whom she thinks is the cleric among the Mailed Fist] "Do any of you have mastery of any spells that can discern truth or show if one lies? If you do then we can possibly settle this with Father Tomi's good grace."
Kanchana is once again speaking loudly enough to be heard clearly by the Chosen and (most likely) by at least the Commander of the mercenaries. She seems to exude hope and enthusiasm.
(Diplomacy 16)
Kenisha Thursday September 11th, 2003 10:06:14 PM
Kenisha tucks the amber into her tunic and waits grimly to see if the Mailed Fist was willing to listen to reason and accept Kanchana's suggestion.
Brahmah(Additional) Thursday September 11th, 2003 11:08:08 PM
"Yes, the truth, let's hear the truth."
OOC: Truth is a strange term. If one is sure he/she is right, it will be true to them. True?
Leets Friday September 12th, 2003 1:49:56 AM
"Unfortunately Kenisha I don't master such powerful magic yet...Moreover, I'm not even sure they would believe me if I was able..."
Leets looks sadly at the whole group of opponents.
"I'll try to stay near you, Kenisha. Flat-Top, let's stay together. As for which one I shall fight, I'll try to reason the Cleric, maybe his faith can open his eyes if Domi helps me..."
Leets unties his three javelins, and gets a last look at the staff he just finished.
"May Domi guide all of us my friends."
"And see you soon at the Hearthold Keep."
Taric (invisible) Friday September 12th, 2003 3:18:25 AM
Taric listens to Kanchana and surely hopes the Mailed Fist would listen to reason, but in his heart he already knew the only way to get out of here and find some kind of solution was to get back to Hearthold Keep. Taric was just praying he could provide the distraction he was hoping for. He conjured up the image of a body, snapped in two pieces, seemingly floating on the swampy waters. The body seemed to be freshly dead, although it was quite a bit away from the Mailed Fist. Taric already started on his next spell to complete the image.
OOC: casting 'silent image' to conjure the image of a dead body, snapped in two pieces by something very powerful, with a look of terror on the bodies face. The whole image should be about 50 ft away from the main group of the Mailed Fist with the captain, south of that group with the chosen being west of that group. He will concentrate on that image for as long as it remains unnoticed. Whenever somebody of the Mailed Fist notices it he will let it sink ((cease concentrating)) to cast another spell
Getting Off the Island. (DM Jim) Friday September 12th, 2003 2:28:55 PM
The Captain had waited to see what the replies will be from The Chosen. When Kanchana speaks of truth spells the Captain smiles and shakes his head. "That would do little good...truth is in the mind of each person and can greatly differ from someone else's idea." With a last look he turns and walks back to his men so that he can give orders. From over his shoulder he imparts the last. "You know that there is only two ways off this island...dead or bound...I believe it will come to the former for one group."
With a yelled order that you are not able to make out, the Mailed Fist take up weapons and prepare to bombard the group with everything they have.
[For reason of combat...each group will be within 300 feet of each other. So both groups will have a little trouble in reaching each other from where they are at without getting on the bridge or making use of Far Shot.]
[For the time being I am going to put Ceira in cryo-freeze so that we can get to combat, as soon as I get the ok from Kent about Kale's character sheet. Will keep you posted for that. Skip that, just noticed that I have no sheet for Kale as well. May have to put him into Cryo-freeze as well.]
Brahmah(dodge versus wizard) Friday September 12th, 2003 5:40:15 PM
"Let them attack first, defend yourself. Don't give them anymore reason to think that we're 'bad' or 'wrong'." He says so only the Chosen can hear.
Brahmah takes up a defensive posture, holding his scroll in one hand and a Tanglefoot in the other, buckler sinched up. Brahmah has NO weapon in hand. (Total Defense, +4 Dodge for this round, AC 27, AC 28 vs wizard)
Flat-top Saturday September 13th, 2003 1:22:45 AM
"All that's left now is a word from you Captain. Leets I'm right beside you, Hachana Just do your best to keep us on our hooves. Kenisha Keep the babies safe." Flat-top Stand there very tense. Just watching for any kind of wrong movement.
Taric (invisible) Saturday September 13th, 2003 1:30:11 AM
Taric decides it's time for action as it is obvious there won't be a peaceful solution here. He casts a spell to create a lot of splashing sounds to attract the attention of the Mailed Fist, preparing them for his next spell.
OOC: casting ghoust sounds to make the splashing sounds of something big moving through the swampy waters.
Kanchana - AC 16 (AC with Mage Armor 20) d20+7=23 Saturday September 13th, 2003 7:50:15 AM
Kanchana sighs, takes a 5-foot step backwards while still watching the mercenaries across the water. Then concentrating she casts Mage Armor on herself; preparing for the worst. "I have done all that I can think of to keep bloodshed from occuring. I will see what I can do to keep us and the cubs alive," Kanchana isn't speaking to anyone in particular, but is only speaking loudly enough that only anyone on the island can hear what she just said.
(Concentration 23)
MDM Kent Sunday September 14th, 2003 9:13:09 AM Hey guys and Gals. I still need two sheets from you. I need Kale, Cierra. Am I believe one of the Players is missing, so you can puth them innactive, but before they can rejoin the sheet must be updated. thanks for you help.
Kenisha (Mage Armor= 22 AC) Sunday September 14th, 2003 11:33:56 PM
Kenisha also casts Mage Armor on herself and waits for them to fall upon them.
Leets Monday September 15th, 2003 11:55:49 AM
Nodding at Flat-Top and glancing at their oppoents, Leets takes his shield as projectiles are thrown at the Chosen. The Centaur paladin will try to protect Kenisha and her child as well as he can, using his own body as a shield if needed.
Vasch Monday September 15th, 2003 9:06:25 PM
Vasch holds his bow, drawn, ready to fire.
Flat-top Tuesday September 16th, 2003 5:45:11 AM
Flat-top Holds his ground, just waiting for the word.
Taking by Force. (DM Jim) d20+8=13 d20+3=10 d20+8=23 d8+2=4 d8+2=8 d8+2=3 d20+8=21 d20+3=17 d20+8=22 d8+2=5 d8+2=6 d8+2=10 Tuesday September 16th, 2003 2:32:14 PM
Captain Miroband gives some quick words to his men and they form up quickly. Two of the bow wielders pulls swords and shields after putting away their bows. They make for the bridge as does one of the minotaur priests. The sorceress goes into a flurry of gestures of her own, the beginning of a spell. The Mailed Fist cleric moves forward as well to give aid to his men. The last minotaur priest also moves forward to give aid as well.
You notice that only the minotaurs stop to check out the source of the sound. The Mailed Fist are too well trained to fall for just sounds and they have already seen enough of the area before hand to know that noone else is present.
Mailed Fist archer(a) pulls back on his bow and lets three arrows fly in the direction of Vasch (hit: 13/10/23, damage: 4/8/3).
Mailed Fitst archer(b) pulls back on his bow as well after giving a nod to his fellow archer. Taking the time he pulls a bead on Kenisha and fires off three arrows as well (hit: 21/17/22, damage: 5/6/10).
Vrurt has taken Domisha into the holler of the tree to hide her with her own baby. This holler is on the other side of the tree and cannot be seen by the Mailed Fist.
Vasch (29/32, AC20) d20+1=21 d20+1=20 3d6(4+5+3)+6=18 Tuesday September 16th, 2003 3:44:23 PM
Vasch lets his arrow go returning fire back at the Mailed Fist archers. A Hit! The arrow buries itself deep into the archer. Vasch quickly reloads.
OOC: (AC21,natural 20, AC for the threat; Crit 18 pts, otherwise 6 pts)
Flat-top d20+2=20 d20+2=21 d6+2=7 d6+2=7 d6+2=8 Tuesday September 16th, 2003 4:32:45 PM
Flat-top lets the two arrow fly towards the waving sorceress, hitting her in the chest with the two arrows and quickly relodes his bow again.
OOC: Attack ac 20 and ac 21 Critical hit, Damages 7+7+8=22.
Kenisha 3d4(3+3+1)+3=10 Tuesday September 16th, 2003 9:53:08 PM
Kenisha, standing proudly with her fellow Chosen, watches as the first volley of arrows come at them. One arrow just barely missed her, deflected only by the grace of her armor spell, the second missing completely. The third however would have struck her dead on if her hand had not snatched the arrow the second before it could hit her chest.
"I had almost forgotten that I received these Gloves of Missile Snaring." Kenisha says with a smile.
She then casts her own spell, "Shev-Pak Newal!", sending three magic Missiles to the sorceress (for 10 HP of damage).
Taric (invisible) Wednesday September 17th, 2003 1:44:20 AM
Taric casts another spell, close to where he created the ghost sounds. This time he lets eight large, black tentacles ripple the surface of the water, moving it slowly towards the mailed fist.
OOC: creating the image of darktentacles using major image.
Kanchana (AC 20 - Mage Armor) d20+7=19 Wednesday September 17th, 2003 2:20:56 AM
Kanchana casts entangle centered on the area where the bridge meets land on the end of the bridge closest to the Mailed Fist and the Minotaur clerics.
(Concentration 19)
Leets d20+4=20 d6+2=7 Wednesday September 17th, 2003 2:57:14 PM
"The cowards, they managed to hurt Kenisha! They'll pay for this!"
Understanding that he's no cover for Kenisha, Leets begins to run in the direction of the bridge, and throws a javelin on his way (on the closest opponent), preparing to charge next round (javelin attack 20, damage 7).
"Come on hand to hand cowards, and you'll get to know me!"
Surrounded!
The Battle is On. (DM Jim) d20+9=13 d20+4=24 d20+9=17 d20+2=9 d20+2=4 d20+2=21 d8+2=5 d8+2=3 d8+2=9 d20+9=19 d20+4=11 d20+9=20 d8+2=6 d8+2=9 d8+2=4 d20+2=12 d20+2=18 d8+1=3 d20+16=20 Thursday September 18th, 2003 3:05:50 PM
Vasch grits throught the pain and returns some missile fire of his own at the archer.
Flat-top pulls back on his own bow and fires off a pair of arrows at the sorceress. The arrows fly harmlessly off of some kind of shield that the sorceress has up.
Kenisha dodges the first arrow, feels another glance off her armor spell and the last she catches before it hits her in the chest. She then fires off a set of magic missiles in the sorceress's direction.
Taric creates the image of a darktentacle in the water near the splashing sound, trying to draw attention away from the group.
Kanchana casts a spell of her own that causes the short grasses near the bridge to lengthen and grasp at the two Mailed Fists that move towards the bridge.
Leets makes his own move towards the bridge as well to intercept the soldiers. He throws a javelin as he makes his way to it, cursing that they hit Kenisha.
Captain Miroband takes a look in the direction that the minotaurs have pointed in and shakes his head. He sees nothing in that direction and even when the minotaur start yelling about tentacles he shakes his head. "It is an illusion men...ignore it."
Archer(a) takes an arrow in the leg for his earlier troubles of shooting at Vasch. He grits his teeth and bears the pain. Pulling up his bow again he sights and fires off three arrows at Vasch (hit: 13/24/17, damage: 5/3/9).
Archer(b) fires off another volley of arrows at Kenisha, hoping to slip one through (hit: 19/11/20, damage: 6/9/4).
Soldier(a) finds himself caught up in the grasses as they entwine around him.
Soldier(b) is likewise entangled in the grassses of the swamp.
The cleric under some orders given before battle moves forward some and touches archer(a) with a wand (3hp healed).
The sorceress is able to get out her spell despite the magic missiles that pound into her. She completes her spell and when the rocky visage turns to her she speaks in a unknown tongue. The sorceress will start another spell now that her elemental has been summoned.
Up out of the ground rises an earth elemental fourty feet away from the sorceress. Having heard what it has been commanded to do it lumbers towards the island, though it must cross the water first.
Both minotaurs point and shout about the black tnetacles that come out of the water. They do not listen at all to Miroband as the slowly retreat.
Vasch (26/32, Init 18, AC 20) d20+3=18 d20+1=16 d6+2=5 Thursday September 18th, 2003 8:32:28 PM
The volley of arrows fly in on Vasch he is able to easily avoid the first only to step into the second and third. the second arrow grazes Vasch but he bears it. The third arrow strikes with a "thud!" into his armor. Vasch expecting a sharp pain looks to down to see the broken shaft lying at his feet and the arrow head lodged harmlessly in this armor.
Vasch quickly raises his bow and return fire again at the archer in a battle of lobbed range fire. "Grrr..." Vasch growls towards the other bank as his arrow flies towards its target. (AC 16, Dmg 5)
Kenisha (AC 22 Mage Armor) 3d4(2+3+4)+3=12 Thursday September 18th, 2003 11:56:02 PM
"Flat-top! Keep after the sorceress! I'll see if I can't whittle down that elemental of hers." Kenisha calls out to her friend before taking aim at the approaching elemental and letting loose with three magic missiles (for 12 HP of damage).
Brahmah ( d20+13=19 2d4(4+2)+7=13 Friday September 19th, 2003 12:48:55 AM
OOC: Sorry all, computer issues again, I'm back though!
IC: Brahmah, seeing that the Chosens' casters have cast a burrage of spells, Brahmah heads toward the log bridge ready to head off the first to cross. (puts away the scroll, drawing falchion). If he can get an attack off, he strikes out at the first over the bridge. (Hit AC 19, 13 damage).
Kanchana Friday September 19th, 2003 1:41:01 AM
Kanchana keeps her weapons stowed away for now. She feels for her healing wand as she backs towards the others slowly while watching those across the water. Kanchana grins a little as she notes that the wand is where it should be. Taking note that two of the Minotaur clerics seem to be shying away Kanchana prays to Tomi that they give up and leave completely. "'Ware the grass." Kanchana says to anyone heading towards the bridge,"and let me know if you are injured and are in need of tending." Kanchana briefly wonders if they are going to get any sleep tonight.
Taric (invisible) Friday September 19th, 2003 3:01:38 AM
Taric moves closer to the log as well, but for the moment keeps concentrating on the image of the darktentacles to keep the two minotaurs out of the fight. He moves the image a bit closer to the two minotaurs, hoping to make them flee comletely.
Flat-top d20+2=20 d20+2=11 d6+2=7 Friday September 19th, 2003 3:54:09 AM
Flat-top reloads two more arrows, aims and fires at the Sorceress again, "She's using magic to protect herself, well she can only do that just so many times before she has to renews her spells. Now if she was a wizard I'd be in trouble right about now!" Flat-top is hoping that Domi is listening, after all the enermy is trying to kill the Uni'taurs.
Enter the Mailed Fist. (DM Jim) d20+12=24 d20+7=24 d8+4=12 d8+4=12 d20+10=26 d20+5=24 d8+2=8 d8+2=7 d20+10=19 d20+5=6 d8+2=6 d8+2=10 d20+5=20 d20+5=12 d20+11=20 d8+4=11 d8+1=5 d20+10=17 Friday September 19th, 2003 3:18:45 PM
Vasch stoicly takes the two hits, one just lodging in his armor, and fires back his own missile.
Kenisha makes the comment about taking on the elemental herself and the others concentrate on the sorceress.
Brahmah makes it to the bridge and part way across it. He eyes the writhing grass with thoughts of how to avoid it while getting to the soldiers.
Kanchana voices her ability to heal as she checks to see that her healing wand is still in place.
Taric keeps up his control of the blacktentacle image trying to make the minotaurs run.
Flat-top pulls back and lets another two arrows fly in towards the sorceress. He hopes that she has no major damaging spells and if she does she will not use them.
Miroband growls as the minotaurs slowly back away from the image. He is happy to see that his men are holding true to his tactics and listening to him. He quickly scans the immediate area and spots another figure that seems to be doing nothing in the battle. He smiles as he pull up his own bow and knocks an arrow. He fires off two arrows in the direction of Taric (hit: 24/24, damage: 12/12).
Archer(a) smiles as the arrow from his foe goes wide. Pulling up his bow again he sights and fires off two arrows at Vasch (hit: 26/24, damage: 8/7).
Archer(b) fires off another volley of arrows at Kenisha, hoping to slip one through (hit: 19/6, damage: 6/10). Something goes terrible wrong with his last shot and the bowstring snaps.
Soldier(a) breaks free of the entangle spell and moves forward to engage Leets (hit: 20, damage: 11)
Soldier(b) struggles against the grass that is holding him, but just cannot seem to get free.
The cleric taps archer(a) with his wand agains and heals the archer (5hp healed).
The sorceress watches as the missiles fly right on by her. The completion of her spell brings into being another elemental of earth. She once again gives orders to the elemental then begins a new spell.
The earth elemental(a) feels the magic missiles sting his rocky skin and then he sinks into the ground.
The newest earth elemental(b) seems to nod once and then sinks into the ground moving towards the water.
Both minotaurs continue to back up away from the image thier eyes bugging out.
[Be warned that only one can fight on the bridge at a time. It is not wide enough for more than that.]
Vasch (16/32, AC 20) d8+1=5 Friday September 19th, 2003 5:03:42 PM
Two more arrow reign down on Vasch with much better accuracy than the previous. "RRooaarrr..." sounds from the wemic as the arrows hit their mark. One piercing his hine quarter and the other Vasch catches in the arm.
Vasch drops back pulling a potion from his pack and drinking it. "I can't keep trading volleys with them on the otherside!" He says. "Kenisha! Worry about the elementals when they get over here! We need to slow down those archers or we'll be dead!"
OOC: Vasch drank a Potion of Cure Light for 5 hps.
Brahmah (dodge vs sorceress) d20+12=27 d20+12=28 2d4(4+4)+7=15 2d4(1+3)+7=11 Friday September 19th, 2003 5:37:50 PM
Stopping on the bridge, Brahmah watchs in astonishment as the elementals fade into the earth. The Captain of the Chosen hones in on the sorceress and tries to make his way to her.
If he meets resistance, he'll attack whoever. (single attack, crit treat, confirm with AC 28? for 15 or 26 if crit)
Brahmah (Additional) Friday September 19th, 2003 5:39:48 PM
If one of the archers gets in his way, the attack goes to them.
Taric (invisible?) Saturday September 20th, 2003 2:50:26 AM
Taric keeps concentrating on the image.
OOC: How did Taric become visible? He didn't attack anybody and so far nobody has interacted with the image. Just wondering...
Comments from the DM. Saturday September 20th, 2003 4:26:06 AM
Just a couple of comments on the situation as it stands.
Leets would be in front of Brahmah on the bridge and it is not wide enough for him to get around. Leets would have engaged the first soldier that broke free. That is what he had intended to do in his in his post after he threw that javelin.
Taric was only seen by Captain Miroband because of the spell that he had cast on him before battle even began. In fact several of the Mailed Fist currently have spells already up and working. You may have noticed the sorceress has one up and working already.
All of the spells cast on the Mailed Fist I had in place before combat was even begun or any actions would be taken. That way if I had a spell out that was worthless it would be too late to do anything about it and I could not cheat in anyway.
From what I have seen so far, I am sure that The Chosen are doing quite well and will win this fight.
Leets d20+6=16 d20+6=20 d8+3=11 d8+3=7 Saturday September 20th, 2003 4:31:06 AM
Leets firmly stands at the bridge, welcoming the soldier's arrival with his staff (AoO 16, damage 11).
"You shall not pass! In Domi's name! Listen to me"
"Us Taurs can feel what is wrong and what is right! Listen to your heart, and you'll know you cannot kill those babies, you'll know you cannot fight us! Help us unite the Taurs, help us!"
Leets will however strike with his staff, however dealing subdual damage (attack 20, 7 damage).
Flat-top d20+2=16 d20+2=22 d6+2=6 d6+2=8 Saturday September 20th, 2003 7:52:17 AM
OOC: attack ac16 & ac22 critical - Damage 6+8=14
Flat-top knotches two more arrows and shoot at the sorceress, all the time Thinking to himself 'I respect the female gender, except when she tries to kill me!'
Bearer of Bad News. (DM Jim) Sunday September 21st, 2003 3:23:35 PM
It is my sad and unrelished duty to inform you all that both Kale and Ceira have been put on the inactive list.
I have spoken to Jerry about this and he said that it was time. He will also be looking for some new player to bolster our ranks.
I will ask for a Wemic and a Minotaur character if at all possible to even out our races, but that will kind of depend on what a new player wants to play.
I am also looking for suggestions for what classes we would be looking for as well. A little of advance thinking on our part so that maybe we can get what we need to keep our group in the green and no weaknesses.
Email me at the following address with all suggestion or just comments on this post. <jade_dragon_1974@yahoo.com>
Kanchana d8+3=10 Sunday September 21st, 2003 4:07:32 PM
Kanchana takes note that Vasch doesn't look too healthy right now. Kanchana moves over to Vasch; taking out her wand as she walks, and stands beside him (but nearer to his abdomen than his torso) and on the side away from his sword arm. She quietly speaks the command word and touches him lightly with the wand.
(Heals Vasch for 10pts of dmg)
Kenisha 3d4(2+4+3)+3=12 Sunday September 21st, 2003 11:58:30 PM
Seeing that the Elementals are sinking into the ground and out of sight, Kenisha switches back to the sorceress, hoping to keep her from conjuring any more. She fires off three magic missiles at her (doing 12 HP of damage).
Taric Monday September 22nd, 2003 1:14:02 AM
Feeling the pain of the arrows as they sink in his body, Taric can only think of one thing. He immediately drops to the ground, hoping to at least make it harder for the captain to fire at him again. He keeps concentrating on the image though, making sure the two minotaurs stay out of the fight.
Enter the Mailed Fist 2. (DM Jim) d20+16=24 d4+1=4 d4+1=3 d4+1=3 d20+5=20 d20+10=19 d20+5=25 d8+2=9 d8+2=7 d20+10=11 d20+5=9 d8+2=4 d8+2=4 d20+10=24 d20+5=9 d8+6=10 d8+3=7 d20+8=28 d20+8=17 d8+6=7 d8+6=9 Monday September 22nd, 2003 2:11:13 PM
Vasch takes a step back and pulls out a potion which he quickly downs. He feels slightly better but still not very good.
Brahmah finds himself blocked off at the bridge by Leets who had moved there before him. He can only watch as Leets engages the Mailes soldier.
Taric feels the bite of arrows and without another thought he drops to the ground. His one hope is that he will be harder to hit and continue to control his image this way.
Leets engages the Mailes soldier on the bridge, not quite half way out. His staff scores a nice little blow to the soldier's shoulder, but does little damage. It does not slow him much if at all.
Flat-top pulls back on his bow and takes aim at the sorceress. His first arrow goes a little wide of the sorceress but the second once again makes contact with a shimmering shield that surrounds her.
Kanchana makes her way over to Vasch, having pulled out her healing wand. She intones the command word and heals him for some of his damage.
Kenisha no longer having a clear target of the elementals, decides to fire off her missiles at the sorceress. Each on connects with a resounding flash of light, clearly inflicting damage on her.
Miroband lets his bow slip back down to his side as he watches the fight going on before him. He sees things as very well in hand and no need to do anything himself.
Archer(a) continues his barrage of arrows on Vasch. He sees a weakening link even with the healing that has been given to him (hit: 19/25 , damage: 9/7).
Archer(b) searches the battlefield, looking for a good target. With a shrug of his shoulder he pulls back and fires off some arrows at Kenisha (hit: 11/9 , damage: 4/4).
Soldier(a) accepts the blow from Leets and returns one of his own. His battleaxe arcs in and you know that this man is not pulling any punches (hit: 24/9 , damage: 10/7).
Soldier(b) struggles against the every constricting vines trying to break free. With a last jerking wrench he pulls himself free and moves slowly onto the bridge. He pulls his morningstar as he goes.
The cleric looks around at the other memeber of the Mailed Fist trying to see who is in need the most. Seeing noone in desperate need he starts a spell of his own.
The sorceress feels the impact of the magic missiles and winces. The arrows she is less worried about right now, knowing that her shield will hold for awhile longer. She keeps a hold on her spell even with the magic missiles hitting her. She returns three missiles of her own at Kenisha...a favor returned (Empowered Magic Missile - damage: 6/4/4).
Elemental(a) continues it's movement towards the island.
Elemental(b) also continues to move towards the island and it's designated targets.
The two minotaurs finally muster up some courage and charge the blacktentacles. The bring morningstars in at the thing trying to drive it back into the water (hit: 28, damage: 7) (hit: 17, damage: 9).
*You know that Brahmah could hop up on Leets back and with some appropriate rolls they could both fight that way. Flat-top could also do the same with one of the other centaurs or Vasch. Don't get upset with my comment though, just picture what I said in your head and have a good laugh. :)
Kenisha 6d6(6+6+4+5+6+3)=30 Monday September 22nd, 2003 10:33:25 PM
"Flat-top! Switch to one of the Archers; you'll have a much easier time hitting one of them. This Sorceress has a Shield Spell up." Kenisha called out to her friend as she moved to a better position.
This time she let off with a Lightning Bolt, having moved to catch as many of their adversaries as possible along with the Sorceress.
(OOC- Reflex save vs DC 17 for half; 30 HP of damage. Kenisha will make sure that none of the Chosen are in the path of the bolt.)
Kanchana Tuesday September 23rd, 2003 1:03:33 AM
Kanchana backs away from Vasch a ways while shaking her head a little. She keeps a firm grip om her wand but decides to wait with healing any of the Chosen until the enemy archers are out of combat; for now at any rate! Kanchana watches the mercenaries movements and tries to look for the elementals' whereabouts as well.
Taric Tuesday September 23rd, 2003 1:55:16 AM
Taric keeps on concentrating on the darktentacles, happy to keep the two minotaurs busy. He lets the tentacles react to the impact of the two hits and moves the tentacles in a sweeping motion as if attacking the minotaurs, but missing them by an inch.
OOC: will save to disbelieve: DC 17
Leets Tuesday September 23rd, 2003 2:53:23 AM
Hearing his Minotaur leader arriving behind him while he is wounded one more time, Leets decides to defend and move backward slowly (Total defense).
During this, Leets will mentally call for Managarm his celestial dog.
"We need you now my dog, for the chosen sake, please come now!"
Brahmah (dodge vs soldier on bridge, AC 24) Tuesday September 23rd, 2003 3:11:17 AM
Brahmah notices Leets strategic withdrawl and backs up himself. He carefully sets his tanglefoot bag down on the shore and draws his kukri. When he gets back far enough, he lets Leets off the bridge but steps back on before the soldier can set foot onto the island. He calls for Pah'caw, his eagle. "Heel." He signals for her to land on his shoulder.
(If I can strike in on the soldier I will
Ceil (Flat-top) Tuesday September 23rd, 2003 6:09:41 AM
The pom poms are funny enough, It's the Centaurs hand stand, Centaurs cart wheels then finishes with a Centaurs Pyramid. ROFLOL
Flat-top d20+2=21 d20+2=19 d6+2=8 d6+2=8 Tuesday September 23rd, 2003 6:24:38 AM
Flat-top take Kenisha advice and fires his arrows the one of the archers. But still keep an eye on the battle on the log bridge.
OOC:Attack ac21 & ac19, Damages 8hp & 8hp.
Vasch (AC20) d20+1=17 d6+2=5 Tuesday September 23rd, 2003 9:47:57 AM
Vasch feels the healing of the wand course through him just as another arrow strikes him. "Kanchana, thanks. Do you have anything that can give those archers some trouble?" He says as he lets loose another arrow. (AC17, 5pts)
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 3. (DM Jim) d20+16=31 d20+9=22 d20+6=26 d20+8=11 2d4(3+4)=7 2d8(1+8)+6=15 d20+9=19 d20+9=12 d20+10=16 d20+5=14 d8+2=5 d8+2=10 d20+10=13 d20+5=9 d8+2=6 d8+2=5 d20+10=22 d20+5=25 d8+6=10 d8+3=4 d20+5=7 d6+4=10 d20+8=15 d8+6=13 Tuesday September 23rd, 2003 3:49:07 PM
Moving slightly so that she can catch two of the Mailed Fist in her spell, Kenisha moves and comments to Flat-top about shooting at the archers.
Kanchana scans the battlefield as she looks for the elementals or any sign of them. Otherwise she takes stock of the area.
From his prone position Taric makes the images appear to have been wounded by the attacks. He then makes them strike back as well, but having them miss.
Leets fall into total defense and then slowly backs up to allow Brahmah to get into the fray. Once back and out of the way a small portal seems to open and Managarm steps out of it. He looks to his master and nuzzles his hand, it seems that he is ready for some fun.
Brahmah lays his tanglefoot bag on the shore and makes for the bridge. He makes it about three-quarters of the way before he stops. The soldier is still about ten feet away and will have to close to attack.
Flat-top takes Kenisha's advice as he pulls back on his bow and then changes his aim to an archer(a). He lets his two arrows fly in that direction.
Vasch asks Kanchana about assistance with the archers and then lets an arrow fly at the archer(a) who he has been after at the begining.
Miroband keeps his mind on the battle before him and barks out orders every once in awhile. He is generally happy with the performance of his men. The sudden effects of a lightning bolt going off gives him a minute of pause. "Ware the caster...bring her down quick or we will have a problem."
Archer(a) feels the bite of one arrow as it enters his thigh, but the others pass harmlessly by him. The lightning passes through his body and he shudders with it's effects (save 26). He pull up his bow under order of their Captain and takes aim at the enemy caster (hit: 16/14, damage: 5/10).
Archer(b) turns his sights on Vasch as his fellow archer turns his attention on the caster. He fires off a pair of arrows of his own in Vasch's direction hoping for a hit (hit: 13/9, damage: 6/5).
Soldier(a) takes a few steps to put him in combat with the new minotaur that has appeared on the bridge. He seems to swallow a little hard as he makes his attacks with his battleaxe (hit: 22/25, damage: 10/4).
Soldier(b) moves up behind his buddy and waits to see what happens. His morningstar is held firmly in his hand and the way he carries it tells you that he is no novice to battle.
The cleric lays her hands on the sorceress after the effects of the lightning bolt and sends healing into her (Cure Moderate Wounds - 15 hps).
The sorceress winces as the lightning passes over and through her body. She is left with little curls of smoke rising from her body (save 22). With a swift movement she hurls her own spell at Kenisha and a green dart forms and hurtles towards her (Melf's Acid Arrow - touch: 11, damage: 7).
Elemental(a) surfaces now on the other side of the water right near Kanchana and Vasch. Without a minutes hesitation it throws it's rocky body at Kanchana (hit: 7, damage: 10).
Elemental(b) is still underground and moving towards the island you would figure.
The first minotaur(a) cleric press his attacks (hit: 15, damage: 13) on the darktentacles seeing his success the first time (disbelief 12).
The other minotaur(b) stops as he sees it for what it is (disbelief 19). He bellows in rage as he turns towards the island and quickly scans it. He begins the preparations for a spell.
Brahmah (dodge on sodier 'a')AC 24 d20+10=27 d20+10=30 d20+11=28 d20+5=11 d20+6=19 2d4(1+2)+7=10 2d4(4+2)+7=13 d6+4=5 2d4(1+2)+7=10 d6+4=8 Tuesday September 23rd, 2003 5:23:37 PM
Brahmah curls his lip and smirks a bit at the axe bite he recieved. Smiling at the poor soldier, with admiration and pitty, Brahmah becomes a dervish of blades, full round of attacks. (falchion AC 27, crit threat AC 30/kukri AC 28/falchion AC 11/kukri AC 19~~> doing 10 damage, 23 if crit/5 damage/10 damage/8 damage)
"Leets, back me up! No blood is to be spilt on this island."
Flat-top d20+2=19 d20+2=22 d6+2=5 d6+2=7 d6+2=7 d6+2=6 Tuesday September 23rd, 2003 6:56:06 PM
Flat-top tries again, he reloads his bow with two more arrows and lets them fly at the archers, "I'm getting closer with my arrows, Kenisha. Soon We'll have to take care of those Golems." then wispers to her in a worried voice "Are the Babies alright for now?"
OOC: Attack ac19/ac22 critial hit - Damages 5hp & 7+7+6=20.
Kenisha 6d6(2+5+5+2+4+1)=19 Tuesday September 23rd, 2003 9:45:19 PM
Kenisha grits her teeth as the soceress' spell hits her hard. "Kanchana! I need your healing powers!." she calls out before striking again with another Lightning Bolt (Reflex save vs DC 17 for half; 19 HP of damage)
Taric Wednesday September 24th, 2003 1:33:27 AM
Noticing how one of the minotaurs already saw through his image he loads his crossbow, while still maintaining concentration on the image for now, letting it fight back as good as possible.
Kanchana d20+6=15 d20+4=24 d20+3=12 Wednesday September 24th, 2003 1:54:27 AM
Kanchana takes a 5-foot step away from the fumbling elemental. Kanchana is moving in Kenisha's direction. "I am coming Kenisha." Kanchana calls to Kenisha. "But 'ware the elementals. They are here now." Kanchana keeps her eyes on the elemental and begins to desparately think about how to get rid of them.
(Checks to see if Kanchana can think of any useful way to dispatch earth elementals: Knowledge Arcana 15, Wisdom 24, Intelligence 12)
((OOC: Jim can you make a quick map-sketch so I can see where everyone is in relation to eachother? I need to know how far to move to get to everyone. I would greatly appreciate the map! :) Thanks))
Kanchana - addendum Wednesday September 24th, 2003 2:06:13 AM
((OOC: Kanchana still has Mage Armor in effect; raising her AC by +2, so does Kenisha. Wouldn't that Melf's Acid Arrow have missed Kenisha with a to hit AC of 11? Just curious! And I wanted to make sure that the Mage Armor was remembered since I forgot to add it after the character post name! Sorry for having to post an addendum.))
Leets d20+6=25 d20+2=3 d20+2=21 Wednesday September 24th, 2003 3:13:55 AM
"Managarm, let nobody walk on this island, ok? Stay here my dog, I'll try to come back soon!"
Leets breathes deeply, and begins to run in the direction of the bridge.
"Ok Brahmah! Here we go!"
Leets will try to push the soldier in the water, falling with him if needed...
OOC: first roll charging, 25, second roll was a critical failure, so I spend a hero point to reroll for 21 for the strength check.
Vasch (AC20) d20+6=22 d8+5=7 Wednesday September 24th, 2003 11:30:34 AM
The arrows fly harmlessly about Vasch as the elemental attacks Kanchana. "Now it time to deal with those mounds of earth." Vasch says dropping his bow and grabbing his spear. With a step towards the elemental Vasch plunges his spear at the elemental. (AC22, Dmg7)
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 4. (DM Jim) 2d4(3+4)=7 d20+6=16 d20+9=10 3d8(1+4+7)+6=18 d20+16=23 d4+1=2 d4+1=4 d4+1=3 d20+9=23 d20+10=23 d20+5=8 d8+4=7 d8+4=7 d20+10=25 d20+5=25 d8+4=11 d8+4=6 d20+8=9 d20+3=15 d20+8=11 d8+2=4 d8+2=6 d8+2=8 d20+6=24 d6+5=6 d20+6=17 d6+5=9 Wednesday September 24th, 2003 3:17:12 PM
Brahmah accepts the hit from the soldier and even salutes him before turning into a whirling dervish of blades (reflex save DC 20 to keep from getting knocked over as Leets charges from lack of room).
Flat-top smiles to himself as he gets closer with his arrows on the archer(a). He pulls up and fires off another two arrows with confidence.
Kenisha feels the bite of the acid as it burns into her *ignore if it missed, damage: 7 for continued acid damage*. She is still able to get out her own spell and another bolt of lightning rolls across the open swampland.
Taric loads his crossbow as he continues to concentrate on the darktentacle image.
Kanchana takes a few steps back from the elemental and it's poor attacks. She remembers that there is a spell that will dismiss summoned up monsters (dismissal) that would get rid of these elementals and a few that would damage them as well (transmute rock to mud, move earth).
Leets asks of his friend a simple task of guarding the island. He then takes off at a full charge to try and knock the soldier back or into the water (reflex save DC 20 to keep from falling in with him).
Managarm stands his ground and proceeds to do what he was told to do to the best of his ability.
Vasch drops his bow with the appearance of the first earth elemental. He pulls up his spear and stabs at the thing in the chest area. The hit flakes off some rather large chunks of stone from the elemental.
Miroband watches as one of his soldiers goes off the side of the bridge and he grimaces. With a look at the rest he sees that he has little choice but to lend a hand as his men are getting beaten. He pulls up his bow again and fires off a pair of arrow at Brahmah (hit: 23/8, damage: 7/7).
Soldier(a) goes tumbling over the side of the bridge. He snatches at Leets as he goes trying to drag him along with him.
Soldier(b) moves forward to engage Brahmah as his partner goes falling over the side. A pair of arrows get to Brahmah first though. He brings his morningstar in hard at Brahmah (hit: 25/25, damage: 11/6).
Archer(a) feels the effects of another lightning bolt as it surges (save 16) through his body. Unfortunately this time he gets a full dose that sets his hair to standing and smoke to rise from his body. He was just about to pull up his bow for another strike when an arrow plunges into his chest and he feels his bow slipping from his hand. He drops to the ground, slowly bleeding to death.
Archer(b) sees his fellow archer go down and grits his teeth. He pulls up his bow and fires off three arrows this time at Flat-top (hit: 9/15/11, damage: 4/6/8).
The cleric sees that the sorceress is in bad shape and casts a heal spell on her (18hp). He glances and sees that one of the archers has fallen, he starts to make his way to him.
The sorcerss is feeling really bad and not sure how long she will hold out, until she feels the healing powers flow into her. She had found her defenses weakened when the second lightning bolt had hit her (save 10). She smiles gratefully at the cleric and then finishes her spell (magic missiles 2/4/3). Three missiles streak towards Kanchana with unnerving accurracy.
Elemental(a) takes the blow from the spear mindlessly as it slams it's rocky body at Vasch (hit: 24, damage: 6).
Elemental(b) comes up right next to it's mate and tries to crush Vasch as well (hit: 17, damage: 9).
Minotaur(a) makes another assault on the darktentacle image (hit: , damage: ). This time as his morningstar hits the image he sees it for what it really it, a clever trick (save 23).
Minotaur(b) finishes his spell and smiles as it finishes. He knows that a rude surprise is in order.
[Map on it's way to all of you. Please let me know if you get it. I have been having some minor problems with yahoomail so please let me know if you get the map.]
Brahmah (dodge vs soldier f, AC 24) d20+7=24 d20+10=19 d20+11=22 d20+5=14 d20+6=15 2d4(1+2)+7=10 d6+4=10 2d4(4+1)+7=12 d6+4=7 Wednesday September 24th, 2003 5:07:02 PM
(reflex 24)
Brahmah almost joins the other soldier in the water, but manages to stay on the bridge.
Wincing at the attacks, Brahmah bites his lip and tries to avoid making it obvious.
Brahmah strikes out at the soldier who just slammed him with a morningstar. (hitting AC 19, 22, 14, 15/doing 10, 10, 12, 7)
Kanchana (Mage Armor AC 20) d8+3=8 Wednesday September 24th, 2003 7:29:05 PM
A look of dismay passes over Kanchana's features as she realizes that any hope they had of magically ridding themselves of the elementals is beyond their grasp. Kanchana makes her way to Kenisha as quickly as she can. Suddenly she feels the painful impact of the magic missiles fully striking her in her exposed flank. She grinds her teeth in pain and a single tear streams from her eyes as the first searing pain subsides leaving dull pounding aches in its wake. When Kanchana reaches Kenisha she promptly touches her wand to her and softly speaks the trigger word.
(Heals Kenisha 8 HP)
((OOC: Jim I got the map. Thank you.))
Kenisha (AC 22 Mage Armor 6d6(4+5+2+5+4+1)=21 Wednesday September 24th, 2003 10:04:54 PM
(OOC- I thought armor bonuses of any kind didn't get added to touch ACs (Mage Armor gives a +4 armor bonus). Therefor Kenisha's touch AC would be 10 -1 (size) +2 (Dex)=11. If Mage Armor does get used then it would be 15. Let me know if I've got it wrong.)
Kenisha nods her thanks to Kanchana as she is healed a bit by her magics. "We've got to take that sorceress out!" she says before letting loose with a third Lightning Bolt; aiming to get as many as she can with the spell in addition to the sorceress.
(eyeballing the map I think I can get G) soldier and E) archer as well as C)sorceress. Reflex save vs DC 17 for half; 21 HP of damage
Jay OOC Thursday September 25th, 2003 1:26:47 AM
OOC:
Touch AC's unfortunately are, your dex, size and deflection ONLY, unless the spell specifically says so. I believe Mage Armor is strictly 'armor', unless dealing with incorporeal critters then it matters. I think its a force effect.
Flat footed AC, just FYI, is just minus your dex, and any other effects that hinder affective dex(ie entangle or the like).
Just my input. ;)
Taric d20+5=24 d20+5=22 d6=3 d6=6 d6=2 d6=5 Thursday September 25th, 2003 3:30:48 AM
Realizing that the two minotaurs are no longer distracted Taric stands up and fires his crossbow at the sorceress, trying to take her out as quickly as possible.
OOC: shot hits AC 24, possible crit. Crit confirm = 22. Damage if non-crit = 9. Damage if crit = 16
Brahmah (IMPORTANT ADDENDUM) Thursday September 25th, 2003 8:48:16 AM
[]OOC: Humans are Brahmah's second Favored Enemy. Please add +2 to all the damage he's done to the soldier (who is human, right?) I keep forgetting he's a ranger now. :)
Thanks Jim![/b]
Vasch (AC20) d20+1=15 d20+6=15 d20+6=14 d8+2=6 d4+3=5 d4+3=6 Thursday September 25th, 2003 9:36:59 AM
Vasch rears up avoiding a blow from one of the elementals as the other's attack slams solidly against Vasch's torso.
"Hhhugh..." sounds Vasch as the blow knocks the wind from him. "Two of them now, grrr..."
He launches a full attack against his previous target with a roar. (AC 15/15/14, Dmg 6/5/6)
Leets d20+4=11 Thursday September 25th, 2003 2:30:01 PM
The Centaur paladin can't stop since he's charging and falls into the water with the soldier.
(..and thanks Domi he's not wearing his plate armor anymore...).
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 5. (DM Jim) d20+10=11 d20+5=16 d8+4=11 d8+4=11 d20+10=13 d20+5=24 d8+2=9 d8+2=7 d20+8=9 d20+3=7 d20+8=15 d8+2=8 d8+2=9 d8+2=5 3d8(1+8+1)+6=16 d20+8=23 d6+5=7 d20+8=17 d6+5=10 d4+1=2 d4+1=4 d4+1=3 2d4(2+4)=6 Thursday September 25th, 2003 3:25:01 PM
Brahmah just barely stops himself from falling over the side as Leets clips him. He tries to not make it too obvious as he becomes a flurry of action, ripping into the soldier.
Kanchana accepts the missiles as a natural part of battle and concentrates on healing Kenisha with her wand. Kenisha feels the soft glow of healing spread through her body.
Kenisha rips off another lightning bolt in the direction of the sorceress, or at least would have it any words would have come out of her mouth. She knows that she said the words but she could not hear them. (acid damage for last time 6hp)
Taric pops up letting his image fade as he fires off his bolt at the sorceress.
Managarm continues to keep guard of the island as he back up Brahmah should he fall.
Vasch is able to dodge the first attack of the elemental, but it forces him into the other one's slam. He gets the wind driven out of him and is only barely able to attack back. Vasch suddenly finds himself flanked by a pair of elementals, not a good place to be.
Leets is unalbe to stop his charge and finds himself following the soldier right off the side of the log bridge.
Miroband smiles as he sees the enemy caster try to cast a spell and it gets stopped. He can only grin and send out silent thanks to the minotaur cleric. He notches another two arrows to his bow and lets them fly in the direction of Brahmah (hit: 9/14, damage: 11/11).
Soldier(g) finds himself trying to tread water as he went over the side and ended up in the water.
Soldier(f) grunts under the single blow that gets through his defenses, the rest he takes off his shield. He returns the favor with some attacks of his own (hit: 13/24, damage: 9/7).
Archer(d) continues to bleed out on the ground where he fell.
Archer(e) fires off another three arrows at Flat-top as he tries to help even the odds in the Mailed Fist's favor (hit: 9/7/15, damage: 8/9/5).
The cleric hits the sorceress with another healing spell as he wonders how to keep her alive and help out the archer (16hp).
The sorcerss watches as her shield turns away the missile fired at her with blue sparks. She flings her own hand at Kanchana as she finishes a high pitched cry. Another set of magic missiles fly at Kanchana (damage: 2/4/3).
Elemental(b) finds that his stony skin turns away the attacks of Vasch as he fights for his life. Mindlessly the elemental tries to slam Vasch again and drive the life out of him (hit: 23, damage: 7).
Elemental(c) brings his own heavy body into play on the other side of Vasch (hit: 17, damage: 10).
Minotaur(1) heads for the downed archer with haste, hoping to help him before it is too late.
Minotaur(2) heads for the waters edge to help out the Mailed Fist that fell into the water.
[Will need a double post from Flat-top for last combat and this one. Put back in the healing from the wand, thought it needed a command word to use.]
[Brahmah - Yes your hit points have been cut in half form 70 down to 35.]
"Girls I'm running low on arrows, one more round of arrows. Then I'll have to help Vasch with his muddy enermies." flat-top lets fly the arrows towards the sorceress. "Go down! you cross eyed Wich!"
Brahmah(dodge vs soldier 'f', AC 24) d20+10=24 d20+11=22 d20+5=18 d20+6=15 2d4(2+3)+7=12 d6+4=7 2d4(2+1)+7=10 d6+4=8 Thursday September 25th, 2003 6:10:35 PM
Wincing in pain noticably this time, Brahmah goes back into a burrage of blows.
Brahmah looks on in surprise as he watches Leets fall into the water.
(Hitting AC 24, 22, 18 and 15/for damage 12, 7, 10 and 8.)
Marilyn OOC Comment Thursday September 25th, 2003 8:35:40 PM
Wands do not require a verbal component to use them. They just require being held and then pointed at the target. That being the case, I would assume that Kanchana's healing occurs?
Kenisha (AC 22; Mage Armor) 2d8(8+8)+2=18 Thursday September 25th, 2003 10:30:14 PM
Seething in her forced silence, Kenisha pulls a vial from her pouch and drinks it; immediately feeling better as it's healing powers flow through her veins. (Potion of Cure Moderate Wounds; for 18 HP)
Brahmah Thursday September 25th, 2003 11:42:59 PM
OOC: Thanks for the confirmation on hit points Jim.
Taric 2d4(4+4)+5=13 Friday September 26th, 2003 1:25:13 AM
Taric decides to change tactis. He casts anoter spell near the sorceress and the cleric healing her, trying to get them captivated by the swirling colors and lights.
OOC: casting hypnotic pattern between the sorceress and the cleric. Will save DC 17 to negate.
Kanchana d20+11=30 Friday September 26th, 2003 2:15:05 AM
Kanchana; once again tries to shrug off the pain of the magical attacks, sets to work on healing the acid damage to Kenisha. She cleans the acidwound with water from her own waterskin (taking time to do so, to try and stop the acid from burning further) and takes out some bandages from her kit and bandages the wound. Kanchana determines that her own wounds will have to be healed later.
(Heal check 30)
Vasch (AC20) d20+6=26 d20+6=22 d20+1=19 d4+3=6 d4+3=6 d8+2=4 d20+1=11 Friday September 26th, 2003 10:34:15 AM
The elemental continue their asault on Vasch. Blood sprays from Vasch's mouth as again one finds the mark striking Vasch with a solid blow. A flood of fight or flee images and impluses rush through his mind as he looks through his own fight to that of the other. Seeing the Chosen being occupied by there own battles, Vasch gets better position (back 5 ft to not be flanked) and at the top of his lungs "GRRR...TOMI GIVE ME STRENGTH!" Vasch then starts to call out a prayer to Tomi which sounds more like a battle chant then a prayer as he continues his attacks on the elementals.
(AC 26/22/19, Dmg 6/6/4, Perform 11 for the chanting)
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 6. (DM Jim) d20+6=19 d20+1=8 d8+4=11 d8+4=11 d20+10=23 d20+5=10 d8+2=10 d8+2=6 d10+10=13 d10+5=7 d20+10=13 d20+5=11 d8+2=10 d8+2=5 d20+9=14 d20+7=12 d20+8=14 d6+5=8 Friday September 26th, 2003 2:14:27 PM
Flat-top fires off a pair of arrows at the sorceress. His first arrow glances off the sparkling blue shield and the second is partially deflected by the shield, but part of it gets through.
Brahmah cannot believe that Leets just went over the side of the bridge with the first soldier. Getting his mind back on business his blades become a blur of strikes as he presses his attack.
Kenisha is angered over the sudden silencing but takes the reprieve to drink down a potion and let Kanchana tend her wounds.
Taric goes for the distraction attempt as he places a spell near the sorceress and the cleric. The sudden pattern is pretty and hypnotic, but how effective is to be seen.
Kanchana goes to work on Kenisha to stop the acid from doing any further harm. She is quite successful in her treatment and soon the wound is lots better, leaving behind little pain.
Managarm howls his protest as his master goes over the side of the bridge and creates a big splash, but true to his word he holds his ground. He does growl at the soldier that is attacking Brahmah.
Vasch hates to admit it, but he does ponder the idea of running from the elementals. Taking a pounding he backs off and unleashes another series of attacks on the first elemental.
Miroband takes stock of the situation again so that he can decide on orders. Seeing that all is in hand, he notches another two arrows to his bow and lets them fly in the direction of Kenisha this time (hit: 23/12, damage: 11/11).
Soldier(g) makes it to the shore and finds a minotaur waiting to help him out of the water.
Soldier(f) takes to of the blows that Brahmah launches as he is unable to get his shield in the way. With renewed vigor he launches his own series of attacks (hit: 23/10, damage: 10/6).
Archer(d) continues to bleed out on the ground where he fell.
Archer(e) fires off another two arrows at Flat-top as he tries to help even the odds in the Mailed Fist's favor (hit: 13/11, damage: 10/5).
The cleric goes to heal the sorceress and then stops dead in his tracks as he notices the lights.
The sorcerss feels the bite of one of the arrows as her shield goes down. She ponders the idea of putting it back up, but knows that she must wait. Then the pattern hits and she is mesmerized at it's beauty.
Elemental(b) crumbles into a pile of dirt and gemstones before the newest onslaught of Vasch's attacks.
Elemental(c) slams itself into at Vasch again, not really caring that it's help has fallen(hit: 14, damage: 8).
Minotaur(1) makes it to the archers side and starts the beginnings of a spell that will help out the archer greatly.
Minotaur(2) helps the soldier out of the water as he watches the events on the island.
[Could use a double post from Leets for two rounds of combat.]
Brahmah (dodge vs 'f') d20+10=22 d20+11=19 d20+5=12 d20+6=7 2d4(2+1)+7=10 d6+4=8 2d4(1+3)+7=11 Saturday September 27th, 2003 2:54:54 AM
Brahmah pushes his attacks to hold the bridge.
Seeing the elemental fall and sees the cleric and sorceress stall a moment, his heart soars at the possibility they might suceed.
He smiles at the soldier, teeth beared and snarling. (Hitting AC 22, 19, 12, miss/for 10, 8 and 11 and miss)
Brahmah Saturday September 27th, 2003 7:44:33 AM
OOC: Can we get a revised/updated map, now that we are several rounds into combat?
Flat-top d20+2=19 d20+2=20 d6+2=7 d6+2=6 Saturday September 27th, 2003 9:14:20 AM
Flat-top picks up the last two arrows, knotch them, aims at the Sorceress and let's them fly. "Brahmah! I'm out of arrows, Where do you want me?" Flat-top will put his bow down, pich up his shield and un wrap his Morning Star from his neck. He'll go to either Vasch or Kenisha"s side. (Unless of course he find some more arrows that is??)
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22) 3d4(4+4+2)+3=13 Sunday September 28th, 2003 11:25:42 PM
Kenisha pulls out a wand at points it at Miroband after his arrow embeds itself into her side. The missiles fly from the wand with unerring accuracy towards the leader of the Mailed Fist.
(Wand of Magic Missiles (5th level) for 13 pts of damage)
Taric Monday September 29th, 2003 1:46:14 AM
Taric moves over to Flat-Top and hands him his crossbow, with a bolt already loaded, and his quiver with 9 more bolts. "Take this!" is all he says to Flat-top. He then keeps on concentrating to keep the sorceress and cleric captivated by the swirling lights.
OOC: Handing Flat-Top his Large, MW, Light Crossbow. Damage is 2d6 per bolt. +1 to attack rolls from being MW.
Kanchana Monday September 29th, 2003 2:22:09 AM
Kanchana takes a 5-foot step away from Kenisha and looks back to where the elementals are; seeing that there appears to only be one left she grins. However Vasch still does not seem to be in good health. Kanchana takes her wand of healing from between her teeth and clenches it in her right hand once more as she again makes her way back to Vasch.
Brahmah Monday September 29th, 2003 8:10:38 AM
Brahmah answers Flat-top.
"Help Taric and Kanchana with the other earth elemental!"
Brahmah(correction) Monday September 29th, 2003 8:12:39 AM
Brahmah answers Flat-top.
"Help Taric and Vasch with the other earth elemental!"
Vasch (AC24, total defensive) Monday September 29th, 2003 9:26:57 AM
Vasch barely moves out of the way of the mound of earth. "Gotta hold out for help..." He says to himself. Holding his spear in a defensive posture, Vasch tries to keep himself ready for the elemental's next attack.
Leets d20+6=16 d20+1=19 d4+2=6 d4+2=3 Monday September 29th, 2003 12:27:32 PM
Holding his breath, Leets will try to swim underwater (is that possible for a centaur?), under the bridge and as far way as possible. When he is away enough, he will rech the shore and charge #C, when he finally reaches his target, Leets will instead strike #C with his hooves: first attack 16, 6 damage, second attack 19, damage 3.
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 7. (DM Jim) d20+14=28 d20+9=24 d8+4=10 d8+4=8 d20+2=21 d20+2=12 d8+2=6 d8+2=3 d20+2=9 d20+2=18 d8+2=6 d8+2=7 d20+8=11 d6+6=11 3d8(8+4+2)+6=20 Monday September 29th, 2003 2:32:07 PM
*Last Round* Leets manages to swim under the water of the bridge and make his way to shore. With some effort he pulls himself out.
*This Round* Brahmah feels a moment of joy at the happenings around him, before he turns his attention back to the soldier before him. His blades once again become a blur of movement, but he notices that he is only able to get one through to his target.
Flat-top makes himself ready to take on a more personal role in combat, pulling his shield and morningstar. He hears Brahmah tell him to go to Vasch and Tarics' against the elemental.
Kenisha pulls up a wand and points it at Miroband after his arrow had hit her earlier. A series of magic missiles are launched from the tip and head straight for him.
Taric offers his crossbow to Flat-top when he gets to them and some bolts to go along with it. Meanwhile he concentrates on holding the cleric and sorceress in thrall.
Managarm stands his ground just behind Brahmah still taking his defense role seriously.
Kanchana heads back over towards Vasch to give him a little healing, as he is starting to look bad. She makes it most of the distance but is still too shy of him to do any healing.
Leets charges down on the sorceress, reaching her easily. He rears up on hind legs, slashing his front hooves at the sorceress. Shivering from the water earlier and a little tired from the swim, he misses with both hooves.
Miroband turns red in anger as he sees the new developments. Then he is slamed by some magic missiles and his days is getting worse. With a growl he nocks another two arrows and fires them again at Kenisha (hit: 28/24, damage: 10/8).
Soldier(g) stands slowly and takes stock of his situation. Surprisingly he had retained his weapon and shield despite the fall and swim. He takes stock of the bridge situation and shakes his head. Instead he flat out runs towards Leets, to give a hand to the cleric and sorceress.
Soldier(f) takes te single blow that slips through his defenses. He steps up the tempo as he makes his own set of attacks (hit: 21/12, damage: 6/3).
Archer(d) feels some healing powers flow into his body and restores some of his life. He slowly stands, with bow in hand and staggers a little.
Archer(e) sees that the minotaur has run out of arrows and he smiles. With a slight turn he puts himself in line to shoot at Kenisha (hit: 9/18, damage: 6/7).
The cleric goes to heal the sorceress and then stops dead in his tracks as he notices the lights.
The sorcerss feels the bite of one of the arrows as her shield goes down. She ponders the idea of putting it back up, but knows that she must wait. Then the pattern hits and she is mesmerized at it's beauty.
Elemental(b) crumbles into a pile of dirt and gemstones before the newest onslaught of Vasch's attacks.
Elemental(c) continues it's relentless barrage of stone body slams on Vasch (hit: 11, damage: 11).
Minotaur(1) lays his hands on the archer and finishes his spell. Light surrounds his hands as he pours healing power into the archer (20hp).
Minotaur(2) moves away from the soldier that he had helped out of the water earlier. He then scans the area to see where he would be of most use and he sees it. He begins the gestures and words to another spell.
Flat-top d20+11=25 d20+6=22 d8+8=12 d8+8=13 Monday September 29th, 2003 3:11:55 PM
"YES! Captain!" Yells Flat-top then to Tauric, he says "Thank you Tauric, I may need this cross bow for the archers over there, now I'm off to help Vasch". Flat-top charges the Golem, first swing this way then swing back that way. He'll put up his shield for protection and set his hind hooves for the next attack. "Alright my Weimic friend, Help is here."
Brahmah (dodge vs 'f', AC 24) d20+10=12 d20+11=23 d20+5=8 d20+6=26 d20+6=17 d6+4=7 d6+4=5 Monday September 29th, 2003 5:42:24 PM
Brahmah feels the tide turn ever so sightly and continue to press the attack. He carefully calcuates his attacks so that he may be able to move after them, assuming he drops the soldier. (I keep forgetting to add my favored enemy human to the damage, oh well, I'll remember now :)) He attacks, his blades whirl around and around. (hitting AC's 12, 23, 8 and 26(not confirmed with 17)/doing 7+2 and 5+2 with his kukri for a total of 16 DAMAGE to the human.) Almost frusterated at his falchion, he shakes it off and prepares for the next strikes.
Kenisha (AC 22; Mage Armor) 3d4(3+4+3)+3=13 Monday September 29th, 2003 10:38:44 PM
Kenisha's face contorts in silent agony as two more arrows sink deeply into her; her blood flowing from the wounds. But she is resolved to not shrink back from this fight. The lives of two innocents lay in the balance.
Once more her wand sends forth their magical missiles at Miroband (for another 13 HP of damage).
Taric Tuesday September 30th, 2003 1:23:19 AM
Taric holds on for the crossbow for now, having it at the ready to hand over to Flat-Top though. He keeps concentrating on the colorful light. He notices one of the minotaurs begin to cast a spell, but knows there's not much he can do right now.
Leets d20+6=19 d20+6=24 Tuesday September 30th, 2003 1:53:41 AM
"Wow...A lot of people around now, I'd better do something about it..."
Facing the most heavily equiped opponent, Leets prepares to attack soldier #G. When he makes contact, he'll try to disarm him to steal his weapon (whatever it is...).
OOC: melee attack 19 to disarm, 24 with a hero point. Soldier G will have an AoO and +4 to resist since Leets is unarmed.
Kanchana d8+3=7 Tuesday September 30th, 2003 1:56:03 AM
Kanchana finally makes it back over to Vasch and stopping beside him, and nearly behind him she touches her wand gently to him and hopes he regains a little health before the earth elemental starts pounding away on him again. Kanchana puts her wand into it's forearmsheath and readies herself to attack the elemental with her fists and claws if she has to.
(Heals Vasch 7 pts dmg)
Brahmah OOC Tuesday September 30th, 2003 5:10:27 AM
OOC: Cheers for Leets! Hurrah!
Vasch (AC20) d20+6=19 d20+6=14 d20+1=21 d4+3=4 d4+3=5 d8+2=10 Tuesday September 30th, 2003 8:48:44 AM
The elemental's attack never get close to its mark as Vasch's readied defense let's him keep the mound from getting close enough to be dangerous.
"Thanks, Kanchana, for the help." Vasch says feeling the rejuvenating power of the wand flow through him.
With Kanchana there to aid him, Vasch decides that he can risk another hit from the elemental. He comes in hard at the elemental attempting to finish it quickly. (AC:19/14/21, D:4/5/10)
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 8. (DM Jim) d20+14=16 d20+9=11 d8+4=6 d8+4=10 d20+10=12 d8+2=3 d20+14=21 d20+10=30 d20+10=30 d20+5=19 2d6(3+6)+4=13 d6+4=9 d20+10=26 d20+5=7 d8+4=12 d8+4=8 d20+12=20 d20+7=12 d8+2=9 d8+2=3 d20+12=14 d20+7=11 d8+2=8 d8+2=5 3d8(6+6+3)+6=21 d20+6=24 d20+6=18 d20+6=25 2d4(3+2)+1=6 d8+1=4 Tuesday September 30th, 2003 2:59:22 PM
Flat-top heads to help Vasch and uopn reaching him swings his morningstar at the earth elemental. Both of his attacks striking true on the elemental.
Brahmah lets his weapons do the talking for him as another flurry of blows is exchanged. His kukri strikes true twice but the soldiers shield turns away the falchion.
Kenisha uses her wand to fire off a few more magic missiles at Miroband.
Taric notices the one minotaur start to cast a spell and unable to do anything else he concentrates on the lights. He holds the crossbow for Flat-top in case he needs it later.
Leets's charge has lead him up to the sorceress and the cleric, but he turns his attention to the soldier that is chasing him down. He attempts to steal his morningstar so that he can turn it against the soldier.
Kanchana makes it over to Vasch and plies him with some healing so that he can hold out against the elemental.
Vasch takes the chance to make his own set of attacks against the earth elemental. He just hopes that he has chosen well as he makes his attacks. His first attack is solid, the next glances off the things skin and the third stabs into it as well.
Managarm continue to stand his ground as the fight goes on, though he does make a plantiff moan as he has nothing to do.
Miroband shouts out another set of orders to his men. Shortly after his orders are given he feels the bite of magic missiles again. With a growl he nocks another two arrows and fires them again at Kenisha (hit: 16/11, damage: 6/10).
Soldier(g) finds himself in a dire situation as Leets tries to disarm him (AOA hit: 12, damage: 3)(disarm hit: 21). He finds his morningstar is now in the hands of his attacker. Not to be outdone he pulls his shortsword (quick draw) and attacks with it instead (hit: 30*crit 30*/19, damage: 13/9).
Soldier(f) takes the single blow that slips through his defenses. He steps up the tempo as he makes his own set of attacks (hit: 26/7, damage: 12/8).
Archer(d) feeling slightly better after a little healing nocks an arrow to his bow and lets it fly, soon to be followed by another at Vasch (hit: 20/12, damage: 9/3).
Archer(e) continues his barrage of arrows at Kenisha intent on taking her out of the picture(hit: 14/11, damage: 8/5).
The cleric snaps out of his daze as well and looks to the sorceress. With a shake of his head he taps her with the healing wand (4hp). The cleric starts the words to another spell for next round.
The sorcerss comes out of her daze and looks around. She pulls up the wand that she was going to use earlier and aims it at Brahmah (damage: 4+3=7). She then begins the words for another spell as she glances to Leets and wonders how he got there.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) crumbles into a pile of rock and gems under the combined assault of Flat-top and Vasch.
Minotaur(1) makes his way to the soldier on the bridge and pours some healing into him. That will allow them to keep The Chosen traped on the other side (21hp). He begings the words to another spell for next round.
Minotaur(2) casts a spell in the direction of the sorceress and cleric for the Mailed Fist. He then begins preparations for another spell to follow that one.
DISPEL MAGIC dancing lights (DC 16) dispel of 25 shield of faith (DC 17) dispel of 24 mage armor (DC 17) dispel of 18
[ooc: Could you all let me know with your next post how your hit points are holding up. I want to compare to what I currently have for your hit points.]
Brahmah (dodge vs 'f'), 16 of 70hps d20+5=25 d20+10=28 d20+10=27 d20+11=14 d20+5=7 d20+6=9 2d4(1+2)+7=10 2d4(2+1)+7=10 Tuesday September 30th, 2003 7:23:14 PM
OOC: Let me see if I get this right, Minotaur #2 is casting against the sorceress and cleric?
Brahmah looks very bad currently, bashed and burnt. "Flat-top, I need you and Vasch! Kanchana! Leets, get Managarm into the fray!! Chosen, converge on the bridge!"
He calls for his eagle to defend him. (Pah'caw will attack 'f' to 'Aid' Brahmahs AC +2, successfully hitting AC 25) Brahmah's AC versus 'f' this round is 26.
He strikes at 'f' again, this time, in desperation waiting for the Chosen to back him.
Hitting AC's 28(confirm with 27), 14, 7 and 9/for 20 (+2 from human enemy), 22 damage on 'f'. Brahmah snarls at the minotaur healing the soldier. He uses the minotaur body language that younger minotaurs use when questioning another minotaurs parentage (good old innuendo!!). "Your father doesn't have the horns!" Says Brahmah. "In servitude for these... humans! Your not a noble taur, your a noble slave." Brahmah is quite serious in his insults.
Kenisha (AC 22; Mage Armor; 10 out of 41 HP) 3d4(3+3+2)+3=11 Tuesday September 30th, 2003 8:53:23 PM
Kenisha switches targets with her wand and sends the next barrage of missiles to the cleric, hoping to interrupt his casting at the very least.
(11 hp of damage)
Flat-top d20+5=23 d6=6 Wednesday October 1st, 2003 1:02:22 AM
"Yes! Captain!" reeplies and he retreves the cross bow from Tauric (witch is loaded), shoulders the weapon and fires at the Fighter facing Brahmah.
OOC: attack ac23, damages 6hp. Flat-top's Hit points are 72/67 I think.
Kanchana (Mage Armor AC 20, hp 16 out of 34) d8+2=9 Wednesday October 1st, 2003 1:17:45 AM
Kanchana snarls a particularly beastial snarl as a new arrow thuds into Vasch. Realizing that she is fighting an uphill battle to keep everyone on their feet she curses the narrow-minded, fanatic, fathead Bloran for causing all of this and decides that she might just have to draw arms in this battle after all. Kanchana growls feeling very disgruntled and lays her hands on Vasch casting Cure Light Wounds. "I am coming Brahmah." Kanchana calls out, her face black with anger.
(Heals Vasch for 9 hp of dmg)
Kanchana (addendum) d20+11=19 Wednesday October 1st, 2003 1:22:26 AM
((OOC oops forgot to roll Concentration; has Combat Casting feat as well))
Concentration 19
Taric (14/38 hp) Wednesday October 1st, 2003 2:21:32 AM
Realizing that what he feared had just happened, Taric decides to fire off another spell, this time creating a circular disk next to where Brahmah is stand at the bridge.
"Get on the disk, I'll move you!" says Taric, while he moves closer to the bridge, making sure he is not in anybody's way.
OOC: casting floating disk, will support 500 lbs. Positioned next to the bridge where Brahmah is standing right now.
Leets (2HP) d20+2=18 Wednesday October 1st, 2003 3:07:17 AM
Heavily wounded and threatened by too many opponents, Leets prays Domi as he hears Brahmah's call..
"Holy father, my friends need me! Let me join them for the battle!"
Saying so, he lays his hands on himself (healing 14HP) and runs for the water, jumping when he reaches the shore (18, so it's a 13Ft jump).
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 9. (DM Jim) 3d8(2+8+4)+10=24 d20+12=26 d20+7=11 d8+2=5 d8+2=9 d20+14=21 d20+7=8 d8+2=9 d8+2=3 d100=24 d8+1=8 d20+12=22 2d8(2+8)+6=16 Wednesday October 1st, 2003 2:13:08 PM
Brahmah taunts the minotuar that just healed the soldier he is fighting. Still he does not let up with his own series of attacks and even gets his hawk into the fray to aid him.
Kenisha sends her next series of magic missiles at the cleric to maybe distract him from his spell casting.
Flat-top takes the loaded crossbow and fires off a bolt at the soldier fighitng Brahmah. The arrow sinks deeply into the man's leg.
Kanchana suddenly realizes that she is fighting a losing situation, but pours some more healing into Vasch. She then turns and starts towards Brahmah as he looks to be in dire straights.
Taric thinks fast a cast a disc spell so that he can get Brahmah to a better position and give some more aid.
Leets sees his options as limited and heals himself with lay on hands. He then spins and makes full out for the water. Despite his size an all he slices into the water with no problems.
Managarm growls with the sudden feeling that he will see some combat. He has had enough of guarding this little bridge while everyone else has fun.
Suddenly everyone of The Chosen feels a burning sensation on thier person, wherever they put the amber at. It is not uncomfortable but a warmth bred more of healing power. Everyone suddenly finds their wounds healing over to some extent (24hp).
Miroband lets his bow come back to a resting position as he sees once again they have the game well in hand.
Soldier(g) chases after Leets but is soon left behind and eating dust. He stops at the waters edge and glares.
Soldier(f) takes the single blow that slips through his defenses. Then he feels the bite of a bolt into his leg and the drain on his stamina is getting to be too much. He takes a step back, fumbling for a potion at his belt after dropping his shield (8hp).
Archer(d) takes in the situation on the island and grins. He figures that The Chosen have just about had enough and will surrender soon. Maybe even sooner as he fires off another set of arrows at Vasch (hit: 26/11, damage: 5/9).
Archer(e) gives Kenisha that, I have you look as he fires off another pair of arrows. The archer bites his lip as the string breaks and an arrow slices into his own arm (hit: 21/8, damage: 9/3).
The cleric is able to hold onto his spell despite the sudden volley of missiles that hit him. He smiles through the pain as he finishes the spell he began (Hold Person on Flat-top; will save negates DC 16).
The sorcerss gives a flick of her wrist that sends a web to form five feet from Taric (reflex save negates DC 18).
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) nostrils flare at Brahmah's taunts and he bellows in rage. His eyes narrow as he finishes his spell (16hp) and then starts a new one.
Minotaur(2) turns and finishes his spell in the direction of the island (Hold Person on Kanchana; will save negates DC 16).
Brahmah (dodge vs 'f' AC 24), 40 of 70 d20+5=9 d20+10=17 d20+11=25 d20+5=19 d20+6=23 2d4(4+4)+7=15 d6+4=8 2d4(1+1)+7=9 d6+4=5 Wednesday October 1st, 2003 5:37:02 PM
OOC: Reminder, if anyone wants it, there's a Tanglefoot Bag on the shore near the bridge ;).
Surging with dryad healing power, Brahmah feels a new invigoration and one with the isand, he steps forward to meet the fumbling soldier, hopefully able to step on his shield. He pauses long enough for the ailing man to drink his fill of healing, then strikes at him.
Brahmah signals for Pah'caw to defend for him again, she hovers clawing at the man, hitting AC 9 to Aid, unsuccessful Aid.
The Captain is a blur of blades once again. (Hitting AC's 17, 25, 19 and 23/for 15, 8, 9 and 5 damage) He sinks his kukri in twice, again frusterated that his fathers remaining falchion is failing him. Maybe his dad is telling him that the fight is unneccessary.
Brahmah scoffs at minotaur #1, looks him up and down and says, "You have no Honor."
OOC: Taric, I considered using the disk, however, Brahmah is a bit heavier than 500lbs. ;) Something like 787lbs, solid muscle. thanks.
Brahmah (ADDENDUM) Wednesday October 1st, 2003 5:53:06 PM
OOC: Add +2 damage on the attacks versus 'f'.
Flat-top d20+5=25 critical d20+5=25 critical, d6=4 d6=6 d6=6 d6=5 Wednesday October 1st, 2003 6:25:38 PM
Flat-top start to feel better and stronger, now loads the Cross bow and puts another Bult into his mouth (for a quick reload Flat-top get two attack)Shoots at the soreceress, reloads (with the bolt in his mouth) and shoot at her again, hopeing to get her in the head and the other bolt to get her in the heart. Flat-top seeing the tangle foot bag next to the bridge, but the bridge id a long one, "I'll wait until they get closer." But he does pick up two more bolts.
OOC:attack Two critacle roles ac25 + ac 25, Damages 4+6=10hp 6+5=11hp.
Vasch (AC20, HP 14/32 after potion) d8+1=6 Wednesday October 1st, 2003 8:20:31 PM
Feeling a little like a pin cushion, Vasch has several arrows sticking out of him in various locations. He reaches in a pulls another cure potion and drinks it. (Heals 6)
Kenisha (AC 22; Mage Armor) 3d4(1+4+4)+3=12 Wednesday October 1st, 2003 11:12:07 PM
Kenisha snorts her derision at the archer's cockiness. One arrow misses her entirely while the second one is deflected by the force of her magical armor spell. She points her wand at him and let's him have all three missiles that issue forth.
(archer E gets 12 hp of damage)
Kanchana d20+10=29 d8+3=11 Thursday October 2nd, 2003 1:44:12 AM
Kanchana begins to move quickly towards Brahmah and doesn't break stride as the healing from the amber begins to flood through her body. She sighs and then offers up a joyous prayer to Mother Wold, not having quite realized that the healing came from the amber. She will ponder this small miracle at a later time. Kanchana feels a spell try to take hold of her but ignores it's effects. She draws her wand from it's forearmsheath as she hurries. If she comes close enough to Brahmah then she will touch the wand carefully to his back and then back up a 5 foot step in order to keep out of Brahmah's way.
(Will save against Hold spell 29, Heals Brahmah 11 hp dmg)
Leets (40HP) Thursday October 2nd, 2003 2:21:23 AM
Leets swims as he feels the wave of healing running over his body.
He finally reaches the other shore, deciding he definitively doesn't swim often enough...
He gets closer to the bridge, trying to see what's happening.
Taric (AC 20, 38/38 hp) d20+4=22 Thursday October 2nd, 2003 2:34:01 AM
Taric is barely able to dodge the webbing strings the sorceress sends his way. He makes sure to stay out of the way while waiting for any of the other Chosen to use his disk as an extension to the bridge, so they can fight side by side with Brahmah. He calls upon a defensive spell to protect himself a bit better.
OOC: casting shield on himself.
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 10. (DM Jim) d20+12=15 d20+7=12 d8+2=3 d8+2=7 3d8(8+3+2)+6=19 6d6(1+5+1+1+5+5)=18 Thursday October 2nd, 2003 3:34:57 PM
Brahmah continues his taunts of the minotaur helping the soldier by the bridge. With a show of honor he lets the soldier drink down his potion, before letting his weapons speak for him once again.
Flat-top fires off first one bolt and then another in rapid succession. Both of his bolts are true and strike the sorceress, but the distance is too great for percision.
Vasch takes out a potion and downs it in a gulp. He is starting to look like a porcupine and that is not a god thing he knows.
Kenisha returns magic missile fire at the archer. All the time snorting at his cockiness.
Kanchana is able to make it to Brahmah and hit him with a bit of healing, but she is unable to back away from him. Still he has no problem with combat and her being so close.
Leets makes it to the other side of the shore and pulls himself out of the water. He is rather tired from the swim but takes the time to take in all that is happening.
Taric avoids the webs but is now in the middle of the webs. He concentrates on keeping out of the way and his shield spell that he is putting up.
Managarm whines as he continues to stand in the spot that he was told to defend. He is not really that happy.
Miroband growls about some of the actions that are going on but does not get into the fight yet.
Soldier(g) makes his way back towards the bridge and hopefully the fight.
Soldier(f) only feels a moments relief as he drinks down the potion. As the taur before him becomes another blur of blade, he feels his life ebb and feels himself slipping to the ground despite he will to fight.
Archer(d) smiles as he sees Vasch taking out a potion to drink, knowing that it must be worse than he had thought. He pulls up another arrow and fires it off at him, followed by another after that (hit: 15/12, damage: 3/7).
Archer(e) finds himself with one of his own arrows in his arm and now being pounded by magic missiles. He grits his teeth as he forces the arrow the rest of the way out of his arm and then begins the process of bandaging it up.
The cleric casts another healing spell into the sorceress (19hp). He then makes his way towards the wounded archer to help him out now.
The sorceress groans under the assault that she is receiving from the minotaur on the other side. Figuring that she has little time left she summons up the last of her strength and fires off a fireball to land near Flat-top (damage: 18, reflex DC 20 for half damage).
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) just shakes his head at Brahmah and yells something about heretic. He draws his morningstar and makes his way onto the bridge
Minotaur(2) sees that his spell has been unneffective and switches to a new tactic. He makes forward to pull the downed soldier off the bridge.
[Fireball will effect the following people: Taric, Flat-top and Vasch.]
[Need to find one of your fellow players to take control of Managarm and Pah'caw so that we are within the Woldian guidlines please.]
Flat-top (who is on the right side of the bridge)getting his hide singed (taking the full 18hp damages), he yells at the sorecess "Why you old hag!" But he decides to shoot at archer(e). Flat-top takes aim, shoot and relodes, shoot again. Watching the soldier (f) on the bridge, but he knows he cannot board the log bridge just yet. So he'll do his best to hold the enemy off.
Brahmah (51 of 70hps)(AC 28, Full Defense) Thursday October 2nd, 2003 6:53:06 PM
Brahmah stands over the human who's slipping away to the Lands of the Dead. He steps over the human, interposing himself between the minotaur and the dying man. "Chosen, heal him if he lives. Then bind him. Don't kill the human." He crosses his blades in front of him, pointing away from the taur. He goes full defensive. "Brother Taur, I don't wish to harm you, but you and I KNOW these Children are the future." His face goes serious, but calm. "Please, leave here now, taking your taur partner with you and we all come out with our Honor entact."
[OOC: Who would like to play Pah'caw (my eagle) for me?]
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22) 3d4(4+4+4)+3=15 Thursday October 2nd, 2003 9:52:04 PM
Again, Kenisha fires off three missiles towards the archer (archer E; for 15 HP of damage).
Then to test if the silence spell is centered on herself or the area she's in, Kenisha moves 21 feet away from her fellow Chosen and tries to speak.
If she is able to make a sound, she'll reallign herself against those on the other side so that next round she may use her last lightning bolt to best effect.
If she can't make a sound, she'll sigh silently and get ready to take aim with her wand again.
Kanchana d20+2=21 d20+11=14 Friday October 3rd, 2003 1:24:44 AM
Kanchana presses the wand between her lips and holds it there tightly. Still standing close to Brahmah she nods in assent without thinking that Brahmah has his back to her and therefore wouldn't see her nod. She grabs the fallen soldier under the arms and drags him close to her before backpeddling off of the bridge. She backpeddles past Managarm, lays the man down and begins to check his wounds. She hopes to keep him stabile while she figures out which method of healing to use on him.
(Strength check 21 to drag the man off of the bridge) (Heal check 14)
Leets d20+4=23 d6+2=5 Friday October 3rd, 2003 2:27:13 AM
Leets takes his last javelin and throws it at Minotaur 1 who's entering the bridge (23 to hit, 5 damage).
Getting a look at Brahmah fighting on the bridge, the Centaur paladin knows he cannot fight by his side.
Instead, he will search for stones or anything he could throw at the ennemy...
Taric (AC 20, 29/38 hp) d20+4=20 Friday October 3rd, 2003 3:43:06 AM
Taric manages to dodge some of the fireball and then moves through the area where the web was burnt out. He touches Brahmah with a spell to make him faster, knowing that their fearless leader could use it.
OOC: casting haste on Brahmah
Jay (BrahmahOOC) Friday October 3rd, 2003 4:05:48 AM
OOC: How many rounds does Taric haste last?
BTW, thank you ;)
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 11. (DM Jim) d20+14=16 d20+9=29 d20+9=20 d8+4=10 d8+4=10 3d8(5+7+1)+4=17 d20+12=31 d20+12=20 d20+7=16 d8+2=5 3d8(2+6+5)+2=15 d8+2=5 d8+6=8 d20+10=12 d8+5=8 d8+6=10 3d4(4+2+3)+3=12 Friday October 3rd, 2003 3:23:16 PM
Flat-top fires off a pair of bolts that hit the archer when he is paying attention to Kenisha. Both bury themselves in his body drawing blood.
Brahmah stands over the downed soldier, setting himself for a defensive stand. He tries to issue an order for saving the soldier, but no words come out.
Kenisha fires off three magic missiles at the same archer that had shot at her earlier. While his missiles had missed, her's hit with total accuracy. Kenisha moves some twenty feet following the water away from Brahmah and finds that she can now talk.
Kanchana gets the suttle hints from Brahmah's body language to help the soldier that fell at this feet. She makes it forward and drags the soldier back behind the rest. She starts to help him when he gasps his last breathe.
Leets throws his last javelin at the minotaur approaching the bridge. The javelin arcs and finds a niche in his armor. Leets looks around and finds several fist sized rocks (10) laying near the water.
Taric reaches Brahmah and casts his spell?? No words come out of his mouth though and he stamps the ground.
Managarm continues his guard duties, but is sitting and looking around as well.
Miroband growls and pulls back up his bow. He takes sight on Kenisha as he see her move out of the silenced area. He pulls back and fires off a pair of arrows at her (hit: 16/29*crit20* , damage: 10/10*crit17*).
Soldier(g) makes it to the bridge to find the minotaur in his way. He just shrugs as he lets the minotaur step up to take on the other mnotaur.
Soldier(f) takes his last breath as Brahmah steps over him. Though noone can hear it and will not know.
Archer(d) fires two more arrows in Vasch's direction trying to get a hit on him this time(hit: 31*crit20*/16, damage: 5*crit15*/5).
Archer(e) feels better as his injury is healed by the cleric. With just a little bit of pain he slips his hand into his quiver and pulls out a new string, to restring his bow.
The cleric reaches the archer who injured himself and quickly applies a little healing to take care of the injuries (8hp).
The sorceress flicks her wrist and fires off three magic missiles at Flat-top, as she hears his commment.(empowered-damage: 6+3+4+3=16).
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) walks right into Brahmah's defense and swings his morningstar at him (hit: 12, damage: 8).
Minotaur(2) stops as he notices that Brahmah has stepped over the soldier and there is no way to get to him. He instead pumps healing into the soldier that is waiting (10hp).
[Ceil will be taking over both of the animals for Leets and Brahmah. Thanks to you for stepping forward to help out with the animals.]
[I will also be sending out an updated map for everyone. Vasch's player, do you have restricted mail or something because every time that I send you the map it gets returned as a failed delivery??]
Kanchana d20+4=19 Friday October 3rd, 2003 5:07:35 PM
Sense Motive check 19
Brahmah (51 of 70hps) d20+10=29 d20+10=15 d20+11=15 d20+5=15 d20+6=20 2d4(4+4)+7=15 d6+4=10 2d4(2+4)+7=13 d6+4=9 d20+6=8 Saturday October 4th, 2003 8:02:46 PM
Taking minotaur #1's attack, not taking damage, he strikes back at him.
Dodge vs minotaur #1(AC 24)
(Hitting AC's 29(crit on 15?), 15, 15 and 20/for 15, 10, 13 and 9 damage)
He makes a hand gesture for Pah'caw, to Aid Brahmah's defense. (wild empathy 8)
Putting some things to rest. Sunday October 5th, 2003 1:19:41 AM
Just wanted to point out that Kenisha and Kanchana both posted to my comment on the silence spell. Kenisha had a spell fail of her own and Kanchana reminded me of the effects of silence on wand useage. I have also given other hints as to no sound coming out of peoples' mouths.
I am going to allow Taric to make a new action in this case as I may have not been clear enough on my posts. You must also remember that it is not my responsibility to point out to a player to use spellcraft to identify a spell. Please noone take this wrong just a reminder that the skill is there for that reason.
I have run back over the number for everyone and can safely say that noone is dead yet or even into the negative area. The one exception would be Vasch who owes me two posts. Depending on how his reflex save goes he may still be standing, if not he will be the only one in negative numbers.
Hold to faith my players that I have no intentions to kill off any characters....yet. :)
Jay, posting apology Sunday October 5th, 2003 3:53:47 AM
I was forgetting that the amber activated. Had it not done so, said characters would be dead.
For my comment, however, I do apologize to Jim if I sounded upset or seemed less than greatful for his DMing (which has been telling the story better than some recently).
Hats off to Jim for his efforts.
AS FOR POSTING REGULARLY.... PEOPLE, GET THOSE POSTS IN ON TIME.... WE DON'T WANT THE SHERIFF HOLDING OUR GAME. ;) VASCH, THIS GOES FOR YOU TO... ;) * * * * * * * * * * * * One last thing, about tactics... the Mailed Fists are cooperating well, I think we can do just as good or better. Casters, watch you spells the Fist' are churning through their spells fast, we will need ours. Hit hard, and fast. Fighters, converge on the bridge. Divided we fall.
Vasch d20+10=19 Sunday October 5th, 2003 10:36:28 AM
Vasch, weary from arrows and elementals is unable to avoid the fiery explosion as it throws him to the ground. Smoking and charred Vasch lies there, "Tomi..........." he says just before he looses consciousness.
(Reflex save DC19)
Vasch Sunday October 5th, 2003 10:40:20 AM
Vasch lies still in the burnt circle where the fireball went off as two arrows fly in. One arrow strikes Vasch in the chest and the other buries itself in his skull.
Pah'caw(eagle eye Ceil) d20+5=25 d20=18 d4+5=6 d4+5=9 d4=4 Sunday October 5th, 2003 1:08:56 PM
Pah'caw spots her master's jesters for help, silently dives at the cleric (M1), hitting him with both talons and take out a chunck of his hair. Now she's finish with the clerick, she then rises to her 60' flying circle. She will watch to see if that animal(Cleric M1) leaves her master alone.
Flat-top d20+5=23 d20+5=24 d6+2=8 d6+2=5 d6+2=6 Sunday October 5th, 2003 1:30:35 PM
Flat-top tries to tell Brahmah to push the cleric off so that they can get to the Microband and the Sorceress, But No sound so he does the best he can with justers. Aims the cross bow at the she devil of a sorceress and put two bolts into her. Flat-top hollars a lot of sware words a good chance there a silent spell on them.
Managram(grolling Ceil) Sunday October 5th, 2003 1:39:03 PM
Managram is confused, runs around Leets hooves and barks "Bark Bark Grrr!",there's no sound so he scratching and throwing dirt into the dying fighter.
Kanchana d20+11=17 d20+3=19 d20+4=6 d20+7=26 Sunday October 5th, 2003 5:50:57 PM
Kanchana begins to check the wounded man's injuries in earnest only to find; to her horror, that he has already passed on. She offers up a quick prayer to Tomi and Mother Wold that the man may find peace in the Afterlife. She shoots Managarm an angry glance for desecrating the dead. Kanchana feels that her mind is weary, she is worried that she might fail to keep her companions uninjured enough to continue fighting. She thinks that something isn't quite right. Somehow it is too quiet. Kanchana seems momentarily confused as she racks her brain trying to figure out what spells are in affect around her at the moment. She thinks that she must be affected by a perception altering spell. Kanchana curses loudly and colorfully in the muted silence enveloping her.
(Heal 17, Intelligence check 19, Wisdom check 6, Spellcraft 26 (I hope that it is enough to figure out a spell already in effect))
((OOC: I quite mistakenly thought that the Silence spell was cast directly on Kenisha. Therefore I assumed that by moving away from her Kanchana could hear and talk again. Hence Kanchana talking to Brahmah. I actually didn't realize that Silence could be cast on an area too. Talk about a FUBR on my part! Well we all know what they say about assuming... <grin>))
Kenisha (AC 22; Mage Armor) d20+5=17 Sunday October 5th, 2003 9:23:49 PM
Seeing Vasch go down, Kenisha changes tactics and quickly makes her way to where he lies to see if she can do anything for him.
(ooc Heal Check =17. If he's still alive she will try to stablize him.)
Kenisha (AC 22; Mage Armor) d20+5=17 Sunday October 5th, 2003 9:24:34 PM
Seeing Vasch go down, Kenisha changes tactics and quickly makes her way to where he lies to see if she can do anything for him.
(ooc Heal Check =17. If he's still alive she will try to stablize him.)
Kenisha (AC 22; Mage Armor) d20+5=17 Sunday October 5th, 2003 9:29:08 PM
Seeing Vasch go down, Kenisha changes tactics and quickly makes her way to where he lies to see if she can do anything for him.
(ooc Heal Check =17. If he's still alive she will try to stablize him.)
Leets d20+6=17 d20+6=22 Monday October 6th, 2003 1:58:45 AM
Leets comes by the side of the soldier and will first see how he's going (Heal 17, 22 to stabilize him). If it's not enough, he will use his last point of Lay on Hands to save him.
Taric Monday October 6th, 2003 2:32:16 AM
Taric realizes that no sound came out of his mouth during the casting of his last spell. He then realizes the smug look on the face of the minotaur cleric and it becomes pretty clear to Taric what the minotaur has done. He decides to move back until he can hear himself walk on the ground again. Satisfied he then casts the same spell again, making Brahmah a lot faster.
OOC: moving backwards until out of the silence spell and then casting haste on Brahmah.
Vasch Monday October 6th, 2003 2:00:01 PM
Vasch's body lies limp on the ground. Smoked stick that were once arrows stick out of his smoking body.
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 12. (DM Jim) d20+12=21 d20+7=21 d6+4=7 d6+4=10 d20+12=16 d20+12=29 d8+2=5 d8+2=6 d20+10=11 d20+10=13 d8+2=10 d8+2=9 2d8(2+6)+6=14 2d8(2+5)+6=13 2d8(6+1)+10=17 Monday October 6th, 2003 2:01:53 PM
*Last Round* Vasch takes the full blast from the fireball as it goes off near him. The intense heat takes away his breathe.
*This Round* Vasch feels the bite of a pair of arrows into his body. Feeling his life slowly ebb, but not die out he slumps to the ground.
Pah'caw dives at the minotaur attacking his master and pulls out just in time, both claws digging a patch of hair out.
Flat-top tries to get Brahmah to push the cleric off the bridge, but no words come out. He settles for cussing a lot, in the silence spell area, and fires off a pair of bolts at the sorceress.
Managarm, a little confused at the fact that he makes no sound when he barks throws dirt on the body of the dead soldier.
Kanchana checks the dead soldier and finds that he has expired. She gives out a prayer for him as she gives Managarm a sharp look for the dirt. Kanchana knows that a silence spell is in affect and is either center on an are or something other than Kenisha.
Kenisha makes it all the way over to Vasch and kneels by his side. Unfortunately she must wait to check on him and see how bad off he is. She can immediately tell that Vasch is still alive.
Leets makes it over to the soldier that Kanchana is holding. She shakes her head as he bends to check on him.
Taric backs away from Brahmah, about eight feet, and finds that he can hear his footsteps again. He takes the time to cast haste on Brahmah again, this time with more success.
You all feel another burst of healing energy pass through your bodies (17hp). *This will be enough to stabilize Vasch, but not raise his hit points. Everyone else feels the full effects.*
Miroband shoulders his bow, once again happy with the situation as it stands. He is worried about his man, but from the looks figures that he is dead. It grieves him but he cannot give up now, his superiors would not be happy.
Soldier(g) charges onto the bridge as the minotaur goes down and lands in the water. His shortsword cuts at Brahmah with determination (hit: 21/21, damage: 7/10).
Soldier(f) has passed onto the other realm.
Archer(d) sees that Vasch has fallen and changes his missile fire over to Leets (hit: 16/29, damage: 5/6).
Archer(e) restrings his bow and gently pulls on it to test his arm. It is a little weak, but more than able to pull on the bow. Gingerly he pulls on the string with an arrow nocked, firing first one then another at Flat-top (hit: 11/13, damage: 10/9).
The cleric applies a little bit more healing to the archer as he prepares to take his shots at the group. Glancing around he will make it a priority to make it back to the sorceress next round (14hp).
The sorceress feels the bite of bolts into her body and despite her best effort to stay standing she has no luck as she slumps to the ground. A puddle of blood is slowly forming under her, but if she is dead or not is unknown.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) slips off the bridge as his morningstar clatters to the log bridge. He lands with a splash and floats there.
Minotaur(2) dumps another healing spell into the soldier so that he can compete with the minotaur on the bridge (13hp).
[Wanted to comment on the past few comments that I have made here. I am not upset about anything that Jay has questioned me on. This is one type of feedback that helps me run a better game for you. Questions like that also put us all on the same page and know exactly what is going on. Keep it up please.]
Kenisha (Mage Armor, AC 22) d20+5=16 Monday October 6th, 2003 10:02:07 PM
Kenisha breathes a sigh of relief that Vasch is still breathing. She checks to see if he needs any wounds bandaged.
(Heal Check= 16)
Vasch Tuesday October 7th, 2003 12:08:05 AM
Vasch lies on the ground with Kenisha over him. His breathing is more steady and rythmic as death's door falls slowly away.
Brahmah (68 of 70hps) Hasted (land speed 60ft) d20+15=28 2d4(3+1)+9=13 Tuesday October 7th, 2003 12:09:20 AM
OOC: Taric, Haste can effect multiple targets, one per level, which can't be more than 30ft apart.
Upset that blood has been spilt on the island.
Brahmah feels the healing surge, this time, from an unknown source. He believes Domi is helping out this time, because he feels more battle ready and faster than usual.
Looking up at the space in front of him, realizing that a gap has formed. No minotaur, no soldier, he sees two potential targets. Miroband and archer 'd'. (Assuming that no one has stepped into the way.)
He gestures for Pah'caw.
"Hold the bridge Flat-top, Leets! That's an order!" Doesn't give orders often, it felt... off, somehow.
He charges the archer, Falchion raised. "Get to know me, Domi!"
Dodge vs archer 'd', AC 22+haste= AC 23 on the charge. Hits AC 28, for 13 damage(includes human enemy damage). "Your mine, Miroband!" Pointing the kukri his direction.
OOC: Is Miroband human, I assume?
Taric Tuesday October 7th, 2003 1:26:54 AM
Taric surveys the battle, preparing his next spell. He sees the sorceror has fallen over and notices the cleric on the way to her. He decides to make it a little harder for the cleric to get there by casting grease around the sorceress.
OOC: That's what you get for not having the book, but instead working from the SRD. If DM James would allow it, Taric would like to affect Brahmah, Flat-Top, Leets, Kenisha and Kanchana. The effect would last a total of 5 rounds.
Ref save against the grease: DC 15
Kanchana (Mage Armor, AC 17 due to running) Tuesday October 7th, 2003 1:48:54 AM
Kanchana leaves the dead man where he is as she looks around her trying to get an overview of the situation. She covers the dead soldier as best she can with his cloak (while looking around; and provided he has one) having heard somewhere that other people sometimes do that with their dead. Kanchana spots Brahmah charging off of the bridge and wonders where he is heading. Then after pausing briefly to ponder Brahmah's actions she turns to see Vasch laying on the ground with Kenisha tending him. Eventhough she is still silenced; she snatches the wand out from between her lips and holds it in her hand, she yells out "oh no! VASCH!!" and takes off running towards him, trying to grab Leets' arm in the process hoping to get him to follow her. Kanchana is seriously worried that Vasch might not survive this combat.
(run x2, 80ft.)
Leets d20+6=26 Tuesday October 7th, 2003 2:12:38 AM
Leets doesn't hear Brahmah's call to defend the bridge, so he follows Kanchana as she pulls him. Soon seeing Vasch, he bows by his side and tries to do his best (which is the case, natural 20 on Heal check). And since he's under a Haste spell, he will then head for the bridge, following Brahmah.
Paw'caw (Ceil) Tuesday October 7th, 2003 6:27:21 AM
The golden eagle flies in her circle eight patern, watching her master at all times. He jesters for her, she is going into her spiral desent and will land on his padded Shoulder on his armer. "SCREEECH!" in answer to his jesters.
Managram (Dogface Ceil) Tuesday October 7th, 2003 6:38:15 AM
Managram bark at Kachana "----? ----?" No sound, but know how to let her know of his displeasure. The dog goes to lift his leg on that big cat's paw but she's alread gone. Spots his master going with her, he run after Leets trying to bark "----! ----!" still no sound.
Flat-top Tuesday October 7th, 2003 6:57:41 AM
Flat-top (who was right behind Brahmar) points to Microband, them he points to himself and to the sorecess (wanting to go and take care of her)But no sound. Untill Brahmah step almost off the log bridge, then Flat-top hears "Hold the bridge Flat-top, Leets. That's an order!" Now Flat-top being a milatary Centaur, knows when a CO tells you THAT AN ORDER, you better well do it. He does not like it BUT he stays put, with his Morning Star in hand and his shield up. Watching Soldier(g).
OOC: if Leets tries to pass Flat-top on the log bridge (which lets only one can pass at a time) Will they both go into the water??
Brahmah Tuesday October 7th, 2003 7:01:11 AM
He gestures to Pah'caw, to defend or 'aid' him.
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 13. (DM Jim) d20+12=32 d20+7=24 d20+12=23 d6+4=5 2d6(4+3)+8=15 d6+4=9 d20+12=18 d20+12=27 d8+2=10 d8+2=3 d20+12=14 d20+12=22 d8+2=8 d8+2=6 d20+6=15 Tuesday October 7th, 2003 2:16:48 PM
Kenisha finds that Vasch is still breathing. He has two arrows in him that she gently pulls out, parts of them breaking off. She can tell that he is going to need to have wounds cleaned before bandaging.
Vasch, though unconscious can feel the presence of Kenisha tending to his wounds. He had felt some outside force pulling him away from death's door.
Brahmah makes it to within two feet of making it off the bridge before he has a soldier appear in his way.
Taric interposes a grease spell between the sorceress and the cleric that is heading to heal her.
Kanchana shows respect to the fallen soldier and then takes survey of the battlefield. It is then that she notices Vasch is down and in a bad way. She jumps to her feet and heads in his direction, pulling Leets are as she passes. She makes it to Vasch's side where Kenisha is already tending to him.
Leets first follows along with Kanchana to check on Vasch. With a check look over he sees that the two ladies have things well in hand. He wheels and heads for the bridge so that he can lend aid there.
Pah'caw circles lazily above the group waiting for orders. With a simple shake of her head she swoops down towards Brahmah, lightly landing on his shoulder.
Managarm is displeased with Kanchana and her berating of him earlier. He was just about to relieve himself on her hand when she took off. With a sniff he follows along, still not at all please. Besides, he has no bark...what kind of a dog has no bark.
Flat-top follows along behind Brahmah and then has to stop as Brahmah is caught by the last soldier. His hand tightening on his morningstar shows his impatience and he gestures to Miroband to let him know that he is next.
Miroband pulls out his sword after putting away his bow. He salutes Kanchana for her treatment of his fallen soldier. With a last move he pulls his shield around and then plunges his sword into the ground. He pulls a gem from his neck and clasps it in his shield hand, then pulls back up his shield and waits.
Soldier(g) cuts Brahmah off from getting across the bridge. His face is set with determination as he swings his shortsword (hit: 32*crit 23*/24, damage: 5*crit 15*/9).
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) takes a bead on Brahmah as he almost makes it across the bridge. The hope to weaken him down before he gets any further (hit: 18/27, damage: 10/3).
Archer(e) gaining a little more confidence pulls up another pair of arrows and fires them off at Brahmah (hit: 14/22, damage: 8/6).
The cleric turns and starts to race towards the downed sorceress when he hits a patch of grease. He just barely keeps his footing (ref 15) when he hits the grease, still it slows him down.
The sorceress condition is still unknown to everyone. She continues to lay in an ever growing pool of blood.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) pulls out his morningstar as he waits for the soldier on the bridge to make his attacks. Maybe he will have room to get in a strike.
[Make note of everyone that Taric had the haste spell effect. I will allow him to have it effect more than one person.]
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22) 6d6(2+1+6+2+1+3)=15 Tuesday October 7th, 2003 11:12:06 PM
"Can you finish this, Kanchana? You're knowledge of healing is better than mine. Besides. I have something for these baby killers that they will definitely not like." Kenisha's voice darkens as she adds this last bit before she rises up and moves so that she has a clear shot at Miroband (if she can get any of the others without hitting the Chosen she will but her main target is Miroband).
She then begins to cast her spell her hands aimed at the leader of the Mailed Fist as the electricity begins to gather.
(ooc Lightning Bolt; DC=17 Reflex save for half; 15 HP of damage)
Brahmah (35 of 70hps) Hasted (land speed 60ft) d20+12=15 d20+12=25 d20+11=28 d20+6=22 d20+6=23 d20+7=14 2d4(4+1)+7=12 2d4(1+3)+7=11 d6+4=6 d100=82 2d4(1+4)+7=12 2d4(3+2)+7=12 d6+4=7 Wednesday October 8th, 2003 12:18:14 AM
OOC:3 of 5 rounds left on haste.
Wincing at the arrows and simultaneous blows from the soldier, Brahmah quickly changes his target.
He gestures to Pah'caw to defend or 'Aid' him(as a free action).
Blades wurr and blur around, in haste, he tries to dispatch his opponent.
Hitting AC's 15(haste attack, falchion), 25, 28, 22(possible crit with 23) and 14/ for 12, 11, 6, 12(or 24 if crit) and 7.(+2 damage on each from human enemy, almost forgot to add it AGAIN!).
Blood sprays in all directions.
Dodge AC 25 vs soldier.
Leets Wednesday October 8th, 2003 2:04:14 AM
Leets feels terrible as Brahmah gets hurt while he can do nothing.
"Flat-Top! All three together and with Taric's spell, we could probably push them on the other side of the bridge! Flat-Top! Hey!"
Leets realize that nobody hears him, so he will instead mentally call for Managarm...
"Jump my dog! Jump! And help our leader!"
Doing so, he puts a hand on his own shoulder and back, showing Managarm that he can jump on him to jump over Brahmah.
Kanchana (Mage Armor AC 20, hasted?) d8+3=6 d20+11=30 Wednesday October 8th, 2003 2:11:00 AM
Kanchana looks down at Vasch then over at Kenisha. "Yes Kenisha, I will do all that I can for Vasch. Do not kill Commander Miroband, if it can be avoided. He is honorable. And he...he saluted me? For showing respect to the man he lost. He needs to live to be sent to his Captain; Commander - whoever is in charge of him again, to be told to not meddle in Taur affairs. Humans, they don't seem to understand. But I think that now Commander Miroband might see that we are in the right. I think he sees that too much blood has been shed." Do you see what I say Kenisha?" Kanchana looks pleadingly at Kenisha, before looking straight at Brahmah and yelling very loudly "Captain! Brahmah! Don't kill Commander Miroband! Don't do it, please!!" With her warnings and thoughts spoken Kanchana kneals down beside Vasch and touches him with her wand. Speakingly gently now Kanchana says "Vasch? You need to rest a little and then I can heal you s little more." As she talks to him she checks the numerous arrow wounds trying to see what she can do with them.
(Heals Vasch for 6 hp, Heal skill check 30)
Kanchana - addendum Wednesday October 8th, 2003 2:13:58 AM
((OOC: From the map I figure that Kanchana is no longer inside the silenced area, since Vasch isn't in it. Otherwise she wouldn't have wasted her breath miming out a bunch of words!))
Taric Wednesday October 8th, 2003 2:14:28 AM
Taric sees that he managed to at least slow down the cleric. He moves onto his own floating disc to float just behind Brahmah and then cast a spell at Brahmah to make him stronger.
OOC: casting bull's strength at Brahmah, adding +4 to his strength.
Paw'caw (Ceil) d20+5=25 d4=3 d4=3 Wednesday October 8th, 2003 7:19:30 AM
Paw'caw jump off the shoulder of her master. Starts to rise for flight, let's out a horrible screech near the archer(e)"EEEeeeecccCCCKKKKK" the making almost a loop in the face of that archer(a backward loop) scratching the archer's face. Completing the loop. she then rises to the hight of 60' watching both the other archer and that minotaur cleric.
Managram(Ceil) d20+3=18 d6+3=5 Wednesday October 8th, 2003 7:30:21 AM
Managram watches his master mouth and jesters and get the idea of jumping over and helping. The dog feel brave jumping on Leets back, then over him to Flat-top's back, then over the centaur an fazzes out in a blink of an eye. The dog reappers in back of the minotaur shank, bitting him.
OOC: attack ac18, damages 5hp (I hope) I don't have managram's stats, so I look at Lukes stats on biting (OK??)
Flat-top Wednesday October 8th, 2003 7:48:45 AM
Flat-top tries to tell Leets that Brahmah has ordered them to stay and proteck the bridge. then watches that archer and trying to block those arrows. When he feel something on his back, trying to see what it is, but only see the remnent of a flash. When he look back to that archer, he see for a bref monent a flash of a bird scratching the face of that archer, then the blurr of color going up into the sky. Flat-top smiles and tries to say 'Thank-you Domi'
OOC; Almost forgot to post myself.
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 14. (DM Jim) d20+6=11 d20+5=13 d20+12=19 d20+12=29 d8+2=8 d8+2=3 d20+12=13 d20+12=31 d8+2=5 d8+2=8 d20+7=9 d20+7=12 d20+6=13 d20+6=20 Wednesday October 8th, 2003 3:23:02 PM
Kenisha turns the care of Vasch over to Kanchana, who is better skilled in healing. With a few gestures and quick words, she lets loose with a lightning bolt towards Miroband that also clips archer(e).
Brahmah was momentarily stunned by the sudden barrage of attacks directed at him. Still he became a dervish of blades and all that anger was directed at the poor soldier before him.
Leets calls for Managarm to use him as a spring board to help Brahmah with the foes he faces. It is all he can do till he too can get across the bridge.
Kanchana pleads with both Kenisha and Brahmah to not kill Miroband as he is a good man doing his duty. She then turns he attention to Vasch so that she can check over his wounds. She is soon cleaning the arrow wounds as best she can, since some have been seared shut. She pumps a little healing into him as well.
Taric hops on his own disc and makes his way to the other side. He makes the necessary gestures and words to help out Brahmah in the srength arena.
Pah'caw rises off his masters shoulder and flies straight at the archer. He quickly circles his head, scratching at his face.
Managarm makes the leap from his master's back to Flat-top's back and then blinks out. He reappears behind the minotaur and makes a bite into his rear.
Flat-top tries to tell Leets that they need to protect the bridge. Then he feels something going off his back, but when he looks forward again he only sees the eagle clawing at the archer's face.
Miroband waits patiently as he sees the lightning bolt coming his way. He closes his eyes as the lightning rolls over him and he feels the full bite (reflex 11).
Soldier(g) slowly slumps to the ground, bleeding from a multitude of new wounds that appeared on his body.
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) blinks as a dog suddenly appears at the minotaurs back and then bites him. Cursing he pulls up his bow and fires two arrows at the dog (hit: 13/31, damage: 5/8).
Archer(e) swipes at the eagle as it flies around his head, then claws his face. Shortly after the eagle gains some height he feels the bite of electrictiy (reflex 13). He still is able to pull up his bow and fire off a pair of arrows, this time into the air at the pesky eagle (hit: 19/29, damage: 8/3).
The cleric makes it to the sorceress and shakes his head as he leans over her and checks her condition. From his expression you would guess that she was dead.
The sorceress is dead.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) takes his place to cut of Brahmah and is bit in the hind section for his trouble. Still he concentrates on stoping Brahmah more than the dog. His morningstar swings in at him with strength born of desperation (hit: 9/12, damage: 13/20).
[Sending out a new map later today.]
[Could the sheets for Managarm and Pah'caw be sent to Ceil so that she has their statistics to play them. Thanks.]
Brahmah (35 of 70hps), Hasted[2rnds] (speed 60ft), Bull's Str [5mins] d20+13=24 d20+13=29 d20+13=16 d20+12=15 d20+8=18 d20+7=9 2d4(4+2)+7=13 2d4(2+4)+7=13 2d4(2+2)+7=11 d6+8=10 2d4(4+2)+8=14 d6+5=9 Wednesday October 8th, 2003 5:41:32 PM
OOC: Brahmah actually has gauntlets that raise his strength to 22, but Tarics spell raises his natural str. to 24, which is better than the gauntlets(enhancements don't stack).
IC: Brahmah has few thoughts other than getting things done. Protect the Children. Save the Chosen. Keep everyone alive, if possible. Sacrifice himself if need be.
He begins his onslaught on the minotaur. (dodge vs minotaur, AC 25, hasted) (Hitting AC's 24(hasted falchion), 29(crit 16?), 15, 18 and 9/ for 14, 14(26 if crit), 10, 14 and 9 damage)
"MIROBAND!!"
Taric d20+3=22 Thursday October 9th, 2003 1:33:11 AM
Taric lets his floating disc stop on the other side of the water, jumps off and overlooks the situation. He readies an action for anyone to come close to him.
OOC: readying touch of fatigue for anyone coming within melee distance. Touch attack to hit with the spell is 22. Fort save DC 14 negates. The duration would be 5 rounds.
Kanchana (Mage Armor AC 20, hasted) d20+11=19 d8+2=4 d20+11=29 Thursday October 9th, 2003 1:52:46 AM
Kanchana interposes herself between Vasch and the enemy to try and shield him a little. As she is doing so she is yelling " No! Don't kill the Commander! Capture him!" She contintues to try to clean Vasch's arrow wounds (the ones not fused shut). She then cast her last CLW spell on Vasch. Kanchana leans slightly, yet protectively over Vasch. Doing so is as much to protect him while he heals as it is to keep him resting at least a little more.
Leets Thursday October 9th, 2003 2:05:16 AM
Leets prays Domi as Brahmah stands alone to defend the bridge. He falls on his four knees, joining his hands.
"Holy Father Domi, one of your champions stands alone. Give him strength and courage, and lead his hand so that his blade strikes true."
"Bring light to the soul of our foes, so that no Taur falls dead in this unfair battle. Hear my voice and give us another victory, Holy Father, and we may change the Wold for the best!"
Flay-top Thursday October 9th, 2003 6:50:44 AM
Flat-top prances in place, as he watches as the Captain fight the solder, two archers and two minotaur clerics. No one should go at it alone, and someone must defend those uniBabies. Flat-top gets an idea, he knows that if the Soreceress is dead, then her spell is also gone. He'll jestures to Leets, as he speaks to him "(pointing to his ears)Listen! Leets (pointing to Brahmah, to himself, then to Leets)When Brahmah move enough, I'll get off the bridge and let You go.(pointing to himself again)I'll then get back on the bridge and protect the Babies." Flat-top turns back and watches for an opening to let Leet off the bridge and into battle.
Paw'caw(Ceil) Thursday October 9th, 2003 6:56:13 AM
Paw'caw is hit with arrows, she fight to stablies her flight, she gets into a spiral pattern and decends to the ground at Kanchana feet(for curing).
I got Paw'caw's CS, it was Laurent's Managram That I needed. Now I have the bothof them.
Managram(Ceil) d20+4=21 d6+3=8 Thursday October 9th, 2003 7:17:48 AM
Managram take the hit, backs off a bit, look at the Cleric and wonders? "Grrr woof"(I wonder id this taur got the little nip I gave him?) So to make sure that this taur got his message, he'll do it again, this time he'll put more teeth into it.
OOC: Attack ac21 - Damages 8hp.
Kenisha (AC 22; Mage Armor) 3d4(3+4+2)+3=12 Thursday October 9th, 2003 7:58:07 AM
(ooc-I haven't received the new map yet so I'm posting this blind as to where everyone is at the moment.)
If Kenisha can get to soldier G she will try to stablize him. If she can't she'll cast Magic Missiles at archer D (12 HP of damage) then move as close as she can to soldier G.
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 15. (DM Jim) d20+12=20 d20+12=17 d8+2=4 d8+2=4 d20+12=22 d20+12=15 d8+2=7 d8+2=7 3d8(6+6+8)+6=26 Thursday October 9th, 2003 3:29:53 PM
Brahmah tears into the minotaur, both of his weapons flashing in the light. He hears Kanchana's words but if he takes no time to acknowledge them.
Taric makes it across the water on his disc and then jumps off to the land. He sets himself for anyone that may draw close to him.
Kanchana continues to tend to Vasch as she yells to Brahmah again. She is determined to see Miroband as a captive and not as a casualty.
Leets drops to his knees and prays for Brahmah to receive the strength that he needs to finish this battle with no losses on thier side.
Much to Flat-tops surprise his voice comes out louder than what he had intended. Still he gets his message to Leets and that is all he wanted.
Pah'caw somehow stabilizes herself and lands at Kanchana's feet. The offending arrow still stuck in her body, she complains a little about it.
Managarm cannot believe that he was just shot by the archer or that the minotaur showed no reaction to his bite. With another growl he decides to give him another bite in the tender area.
Kenisha unable to get to the soldier ops to fires off some magic missiles at one of the two archers. Her missiles are straight and true as this spell always is.
Miroband shakes his head and then glancing around speaks, "Mailed Fist fall back to me and archers keep firing." He slowly loosens himself up as he sees the outcome of this battle. He curses the fool of a High Priest for his pride.
Soldier(g) takes a last gasp of breath and then settles into the arms of the eternal sleep.
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) is suddenly hit by a series of magic missiles which draws his attention to Kenisha. He smiles slowly as he pulls up his bow and takes a bead on her (hit: 20/17, damage: 4/4). After that he starts to back off from the fight.
Archer(e) as his arrow finds it's way into the eagle. He figures that will make the pesky thing think twice before doing anything like that again. He pull up his bow and draws a lock on the mage that just crossed the water (hit: 22/15, damage: 7/7). He will then begin to pull back with the other archer.
The cleric makes his way to Miroband and shakes his head. He drops the last of his powerful healing spells into him (26hp).
The sorceress is dead.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) smiles to Brahmah as he pulls back his morningstar to strike, even after all the strikes from earlier. Then he gets hit in the back again by the dog and he drops his morningstar. His eyes start to glaze over as he slumps to the ground.
[Sorry my yahoo was messing up for some reason. I will be sending that map shortly, with changes for this battle.]
Vasch Thursday October 9th, 2003 7:29:02 PM
OOC: I haven't been posting since I'm unconscious. Just waiting.
Vasch lies still as Kanchana tends him wounds.
Kenisha (AC 22, Mage Armor) d20+5=18 Thursday October 9th, 2003 11:26:55 PM
The archer's arrows bounce off of Kenisha's magical armor. She ignores them as she makes her way to the fallen soldier.
If she gets to his side, she'll do what she can if he's still this side of death's final door. (Heal check= 18)
Brahmah (35 of 70hps), Hasted[1rnds] (speed 60ft), Bull's Str [5mins] d20+16=36 d20+16=34 2d4(2+3)+8=13 2d4(3+2)+8=13 Friday October 10th, 2003 12:14:55 AM
Brahmah looks down at the bodies at his feet, then back up at Miroband.
He charges straight at Miroband, mowwing over whoever gets in his way. Falchion raised.(charge AC vs Miroband is 23[w/dodge], 22 vs others.)
Hitting AC 36(crit on 34?)/for 13[+2human] damage(30 if crit).
Taric d20+5=23 2d8(6+2)+4=12 Friday October 10th, 2003 1:04:35 AM
Taric feels one of the arrows stick in his shoulder, while the other one flies harmlessly past him. With the painful reminder in his shoulder Taric decides to charge the archer and pay him back in full for what he just did to him.
OOC: hitting AC 23 for 12 damage
Leets Friday October 10th, 2003 1:45:28 AM
"You're right Flat-Top, We cannot know what's their plan, I would also feel better if somebody like you stayed by the side of the babies. As for myself, I'll try to convince those fools to surrender, there were enough Taurs who fell today!"
Leets will let Flat-Top move backward (hoping that Kenisha will help too), and will come back behind Brahmah.
"Now Brahmah! We may have no other opportunity!"
Kanchana (Mage Armor AC 20, hasted) d20+11=28 d20+2=9 Friday October 10th, 2003 2:06:19 AM
Kanchana smiles at Vasch, "feeling any better?" Kanchana takes a look at Pah'caw, she speaks calmly to her; "friend of the skies, I will remove the arrow. It will hurt though so please don't bite me." Kanchana removes the arrow very carefully and tends to the wound. She didn't feel that she and Pah'caw were communicating well though.
(Heal check 28, Wild Empathy 9)
((OOC: Vasch should conscious now.))
Paw'caw (Ceil) Friday October 10th, 2003 7:46:56 AM
Paw'caw laying at Kanchana, raises her head and with dying eyes, she puts her head into the weimic's hands. Her breathing is labored and in a very weak voice "Caaaaww!" can be heard.
Managram(Ceil) Friday October 10th, 2003 7:56:49 AM
Managram is still holding on to the sensative spot of the minotaur Cleric, look up and see that Brahmah is about to hit him with that silver stick "BLINK" blinks out and reappers in back of Kanchana. Since Kanchana is more or less in a sitting with Paw'caw head in her hand. Managram pops his head over her back and barks at Brahmah *BARK< BARK* but will keep an eye on Leets.
Flat-top Friday October 10th, 2003 8:07:30 AM
Since Brahmah moved in a little Flat-top moves off the bridge, makes enough room for Leets to get through. "Alright! here's your chance Leets, Good Luck and may Domi be with you". Flat-top retakes his post(on the log bridge) of not letting the enermy onto the Island, but to himself he thinks 'I wish I could go into battle with you, but the Unitaurs need protection.'
Vasch Friday October 10th, 2003 1:12:53 PM
"Ohhhh...." Vasch says as his eyes begin to open. Blurred vision begins to clear as an image in his vision takes form. Seeing Kanchana kneeling over him tending to his wounds, "My angel..." He sits up and looks to the injured bird. "Don't worry little guy. This angel will fix you up."
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 16. (DM Jim) d4=1 d20+18=21 d20+16=24 d8+6=13 d8+6=9 d20+12=31 d20+12=13 d8+2=10 d8+2=5 3d8(7+3+8)+6=24 Friday October 10th, 2003 3:55:30 PM
Kenisha goes to the fallen soldier now that she has the open room to do so. She finds that he is already beyond help.
Brahmah charges down on Miroband with noone in his way. His sword slices neatly into an open are of his armor. Brahmah smiles slightly as the blade bites into him.
Taric charges the archer that just shot him, while his shoulder burns with the pain. His shot is well aimed as he gets in close, catching the archer a good shot.
Leets slips off the bridge and tries to catch up to Brahmah. But finds himself left behind some.
Kanchana still holding Vasch to a point turns her attention to Pah'caw. Trying to be as gentle as she can she removes the arrow, receiving a nip from the eagle for her troubles (damage: 1), and then begins to tend the wound.
Pah'caw tries to keep still but the sudden pain of the arrow being removed is too much. She nips Kanchana's finger with what little strength she has.
Managarm blinks out just as Brahmah comes charging that way. He ends up behind Kanchana who is tending the eagle. His barking in her ear does not help and causes her to flinch when pulling out the arrow.
Flat-top, despite his want to get into the battle, stands guard over the bridge to protect the unitaurs.
Vasch comes too even more and looks up into the face of Kanchana as she tends to the eagle. His strength is slowly returning and he tries to calm the eagle some.
Miroband accepts the attacks from Brahmah and smiles as he returns his own set of attack (hit: 21/24, damage: 13/9). He then crushes the stone in his hand and drops it a few feet away from himself. "Mailed Fist...full retreat....FULL RETREAT!!"
Soldier(g) is dead.
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) sees the large minotaur go charging past him and swings on his heels to fire off a pair of arrows at his back (hit: 31/13, damage: 10/5). He also continues his retreat as after he fires off the arrows.
Archer(e) finds himself face-to-face with the very wizard that he had shot earlier. The decending weapon he is unable to avoid and takes the full blow. It staggers him and he slips to the ground.
The cleric with a last act of desperation uses a domain spell to heal up Miroband (24hp).
The sorceress is dead.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) is dead.
The broken gem hits the ground and a rumbling from the ground is soon heard. You can only gues what is going to happen next.
[Looking to see what your hit points are again. Please post them with your next post. I will most likely do this every so often so that I can keep my records straight. If at anytime anyone wants to know what I have for your hit points then please ask.]
Brahmah (16 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins] d20+11=22 d20+12=30 d20+12=23 d20+6=20 d20+7=23 2d4(2+1)+10=13 d6+6=7 d6+6=7 2d4(2+2)+10=14 d6+6=10 Saturday October 11th, 2003 2:41:20 AM
OOC: Not to knit-pick, but if that gem is what I think (elemental gem), then your actually unable to crush (standard action) and take two attacks (full action), even if Miroband is hasted. I might be wrong, you might have another thing going.
Wincing in serious pain at the arrows depth, Brahmah pauses, if only for a second.
He attacks, trying to take out Miroband before the gem transports him (such is Brahmahs thought). He turns, and with a very serious glare, he speaks to the cleric. "If you truly worship Domi or any other known deity, you might want to LEAVE and prepare the way for your commander!" He snarls at the cleric. "Honor will be served if you go now. You have my blessing!" He quirks a lip, almost snickering. (OOC: Really, Brahmah wasn't initially out to kill Miroband until he decided to be a coward and not join the battle, ording his subordinates to their death. No Honor.)
A bit slower this time, Brahmah presses on. Blades tumble and hiss in the air around him.
"Flat-top, Leets! I need you. Taric, anything you have that might help would be greatly appreciated!"
((Hitting AC's 22, 30(crit on 23?kukri), 20 and 23/ for 13, 7(14 if crit), 14 and 10 damage[w/human enemy damage included], total 44 damage, 51 if crit))
If Miroband drops, then Brahmah won't continue his attack the other Fist, unless provoked.
Kanchana (Mage Armor AC 20, hasted, 33 of 34 hp) d8+3=5 Sunday October 12th, 2003 6:23:15 AM
Kanchana touches her healing wand to Pah'caw and hopes it will help the eagle as well as it has The Chosen. Kanchana insinctively braces herself as she feels the tremor. She looks around trying to figure out where it originated from. Absently; and with a touch of worry in her voice, she asks Vasch, "do you have any healing potions left? I think we are not yet free of the burden of battle."
(heal Pah'caw 5hp)
Vasch Sunday October 12th, 2003 10:48:23 AM
"I think I have one left." Vasch says reaching into his pack. He pulls out a small wax sealed ceramic flask.
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22; 41 out of 41 HP) 3d4(4+1+3)+3=11 Sunday October 12th, 2003 11:43:06 PM
Kenisha shakes her head sadly that yet another one has died in this senseless battle. She moves back to defend the bridge.
If it looks like the are all really in a full retreat and not just regrouping to attack again, Kenisha will not attack. But if it does look like they are going to attack again, she'll fire off a magic missile at Miroband (11 HP of damage).
Leets d20+6=19 Monday October 13th, 2003 1:55:58 AM
"SURRENDER!!! NOW!!!"
"Your grounds is lost and there are enough of your brothers who fell! Drop your weapons now and maybe we can still save them and spare precious lives, including yours!"
"By the Holy Name of Domi! Surrender!"
(OOC: Diplomacy 19)
Taric (31/38) Monday October 13th, 2003 3:39:12 AM
Taric sees the gem being crushed by Miroband. Not knowing what to do next, Taric picks up the bow and quiver from the archer that he just brought down, making sure the archers is unconscious, but still breathing.
Flat-top (AC 20 - HP 73/63) Monday October 13th, 2003 6:59:11 AM
Flat-top hearing the command from their Captain, charges for the three mercenaries, shouting "May Domi have mercy, because your going down!" He races off the bridge log, running full speed at them. (Will arrive in the next round.)
Enter the Mailed Fist, part 17. (DM Jim) d20+13=27 2d8(1+4)+7=12 Monday October 13th, 2003 5:43:35 PM
Brahmah gives the cleric an ultimatum that he quickly see is going to be ignored. It also becomes apparent that Miroband is going to get away...and settle some business of his own.
Kanchana continues to work on Pah'caw and looks to Vasch asking him if he is out of healing potions, that he may need one.
Vasch lets Kanchana know that he thinks he has one and digs a flask out of his pack.
Kenisha watches as first Miroband, the cleric and one of the archers blink out. It seems that they do not intend to fight, but the elemental erupting from the ground gives her pause.
Leets orders/pleads for the Mailed Fist to surrender for thier own good. His request goes unheard as they all start blinking out, the live ones anyways.
Taric finds the archer still breathing and easily takes his bow and arrows. It is totally apparent what is happening as the elemental rises from the ground.
Flat-top races off the bridge towards the mercenaries and finds them to have blinked out on him and now further away.
Miroband gets his shield in the way to stop all but one of Brahmah's attacks and the one that got through was not a viscious wound at all. Miroband salutes The Chosen as the ground erupts behind Brahmah to reveal a large earth elemental. "My superiors were wrong and for that they must be held accountable...to do that I must survive." With a last look at Brahmah he shakes his head sadly. "Care for my fallen men as they fought bravely" With a glance to the elemental he nods. "Cover our retreat and buy my remaining men some time". With that he appears to wink out of exhistance.
Soldier(g) is dead.
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) with a slight thought he winks out for a bit and reappears some twenty feet away.
Archer(e) lays on the ground a large puddle of blood forming around him.
The cleric gasps as Miroband speaks. "Sir you cannot mean that...you would join traitor with these renegades" His eyes flash with hatred as Miroband winks out. The cleric turns on Brahmah and sneers. "He maybe weak but I am not." He pulls out his own gem, crushing it and letting it drop at his feet. He then winks out himself, laughing all the time as he does, reappearing twenty feet further back as well.
The sorceress is dead.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) is dead.
The ground erupts as a large elemental forces it's way out of the ground. It turns on The Chosen as Miroband gives it orders. With a rumbling growl, that sounds like tons of large rocks grating against each other, it moves towards Brahmah attempting to flatten him with it's large body (hit: 27, damage: 12).
Another spot near the ground starts to rumble, but this time there is an appearance of heat mixed in.
Vasch (8/32) d8+1=4 Monday October 13th, 2003 9:26:43 PM
Vasch drinks his potions and tries to stand. "Flat-top! Leets! Kenisha! Focus on the new creature if you can! Draw its attention from Brahmah!" He turns to Kanchana, "I will watch the bird. Do you have any spells they can help?"
Brahmah (4 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins] Monday October 13th, 2003 10:51:05 PM
Bloody, burnt, beaten and very battered, a walking pin cushion, Brahmah takes up a defensive posture and retreats into the water, regardless of depth (only moves away, but not running). (Defensive action +4 dodge as standard) (Dodge vs elemental) (AC 28 vs elemental)
"Elemental!?"
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22) 3d4(4+4+4)+3=15 Monday October 13th, 2003 11:12:52 PM
"Beware of that other area! I fear that a Fire Elemental may be coming next!" Kenisha calls out before peppering the large earth elemental with magic missiles. (15 HP of damage)
Taric (31/38, AC24) Tuesday October 14th, 2003 1:35:13 AM
Taric runs over to Flat-Top and hands him the quiver with arrows. He then moves in between the earth elemental and Brahmah, knowing he has to make sure their leader survives at all cost.
"For Domi!" shouts Taric, knowing he won't be able to hold the elemental at bay, but every second would be a second won.
OOC: Taric will be going Total Defense all the time.
Leets (Full HP) d20+6=12 d8+2=7 Tuesday October 14th, 2003 4:06:43 AM
"FOR DOMI!!!" Yells Leets as Taric calls for the Holy Father for the Taurs.
Running right to the earth elemental, he tries to strike it with his morningstar (12 to hit, 7 damage).
"Brahmah! Let your fellows fight too, let us destroy this one!"
Flat-top (ac20 - hp63/73) d20+14=31 d20+9=26 d8+8=10 d8+8=11 d20+10=26 d20+5=18 d4+5=8 d4+5=6 Tuesday October 14th, 2003 6:32:14 AM
Flat-top stops in frount of this big thing comming out of the ground. He swing his Moring Star with all his might, first this way then that way. Finally he rears and give it both his hooves. Then back off for the next attack. he in the heat of battle and does not feel the gift that Taric gave him or the shouts of his battle mates around him.
Paw'caw ( ac 22 4hp/17hp (Ceil)) Tuesday October 14th, 2003 6:41:00 AM
Paw'caw is still in the arms of Vasch, but her head is in Kanchana. She look at the female weimic and softly cries "caaaaw caaaaw" and trying to move to her master who she knows he need her, but too weak to move.
Managram (ac20 27hp/27hp (Ceil)) Tuesday October 14th, 2003 6:57:35 AM
Managram peeks from around Kanchana, watches this thing comming out of the ground?? barks a warning to his master "Bark! Bark! Woof! Bark! Bark!" But then there's another tremer and it look like the ground is bursting?? Managram blinks out and apperes next to his master barking and running around this big pile of mud.
Kanchana d8+3=5 d20+2=13 Tuesday October 14th, 2003 8:28:47 AM
Kanchana looks down at the eagle, "I know... It is difficult to be without strength and health." Kanchana touches the wand to Pah'caw. As Kanchana takes something from her haversack she says to Vasch "keep that potion handy but don't use it quite yet." Kanchana holds the seal (Seal of Improved Evasion)in the direction of the bridge (where I think almost everyone is) and breaks it in half while saying to herself "please work, please do something useful!"
(Heals Pah'caw 5 hp, Wild Empathy 13)
((OOC: Seal of Improved Evasion which gives the entire party the Improved Evasion Feat for 1 round. If the recipient already has Improved Evasion, he receives a +1 to his saves for that round instead. (Awarded by Jerry (Gericko) 10/9/2003 to me)))
Exit the Mailed Fist, part 1. (DM Jim) Tuesday October 14th, 2003 1:48:23 PM
Vasch downs his potion and weakly stands. He shouts about keeping the elemental distracted so that Brahmah can get away.
Brahmah makes a full retreat away from the elemental and finds himself at the waters edge. He backs into it a little and waits for what, he is not sure.
Kenisha warns of a fire elemental that could appear next and then fires off a barrage of magic missiles at the earth elemental.
Taric tries to give Flat-top the quiver and bow, but finds that he is already consumed with fighting. Taric places himself between the earth elemental and Brahmah, not sure if it is a foolish or brave act.
Leets makes a warcry to Domi and then charges the earth elemental. His morningstar glances off the things hide doing no damage.
Flat-top also moves in on the earth elemental to slow it's progress. He swings his morningstar twice at the thing and then rears up to hit it with hooves. Most of his attacks hit, but one glances off the rocky exterior harmlessly.
Pah'caw complains a weakly as she wants to get to her master, he needs her. She weakly looks to Kanchana who suddenly gives her another burst of healing. This time Pah'caw is completely calm, no biting.
Managarm barks several times in warning to his master and then blinks out to reappear near his master. He runs around the earth elemental till it sinks into the ground.
Kanchana lets Vasch know that he should wait on that potion. She heals Pah'caw with her wand again and then turns to dig in her pack. She pulls out a seal and activates it.
Miroband retreated.
Soldier(g) is dead.
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) blinks out again is now another twenty feet away and fastly retreating.
Archer(e) continues to bleed out.
The cleric retreated.
The sorceress is dead.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) is dead.
The large earth elemental lumbers towards the group and then it slowly sinks into the ground as it moves.
A large fire elemental fires up from the ground, twirling and dancing as it does. With a glance to The Chosen it sweeps in thier direction, setting off a few of the methane pockets that are about.
Brahmah (13 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins] d8+1=9 Tuesday October 14th, 2003 7:19:44 PM
Brahmah steps completely into the water behind him and retrieves his wand of CLW's. He taps himself with it healing 9 hit points.
Kanchana d20+4=23 Wednesday October 15th, 2003 2:19:56 AM
Kanchana moves to the base of the bridge (on the island side). She carries Pah'caw with her, and still has her wand in hand. She looks at the two elementals her mouth agape. Kanchana looks miserable as she prays to Mother Wold and Father Tomi to keep the children and the Chosen as safe as can be.(Wis. 23) "Maybe we need to go into the water or retreat to the island and remove the bridge? Oh Mother? What wrong have we done to deserve this?!"
(Wisdom check 23)
((OOC: Jim,when does the magic of the seal take effect?))
Taric Wednesday October 15th, 2003 3:57:48 AM
Taric moves backwards with Brahmah, making sure to protect him at all cost against the fiery elemental. The earth elemental has disappeared, much to the concern of Taric. But he knows there's nothing else to do then wait right now.
Leets d20+6=23 d20+6=16 d8+2=9 d8+2=4 Wednesday October 15th, 2003 5:52:34 AM
(OOC: do we still have the Haste spell effect? If son then I could have done a second attack last round...)
Leets Ragingly tries to strike the earth elemental as it disapears in the ground. Seeing the second elemental - made of fire - he focuses his attention on it, trying to hit the strange fire creature.
First attack 23, damage 9, second attack 16, damage 4.
"Kenisha! Taric! This thing seems to be made of fire! How can we kill it???"
Kenisha (AC 22; Mage Armor) 3d4(1+2+4)+3=10 Wednesday October 15th, 2003 7:05:02 AM
"Leets! They can still be hit by physical blows. It's just very dangerous to get into melee with them as they can burn you. Come back here and I'll give you some resistance to it's fire! I can only do one of you at a time so don't all come rushing at once okay? Leet's first then Brahmah." Kenisha calls out from the bridge before hitting the fire elemental with some magic missiles (10 HP of damage)
(OOC for everyone. Starting next round, Kenisha will cast Resist Energy on those who want it, starting with Leets, which gives you in this case fire resistance 10 for 10 minutes.)
Paw'caw - ac22 - 9hp/17hp (Ceil) Wednesday October 15th, 2003 7:38:42 AM
Paw'caw (who is still in the arms of Kanchana) Feel much better, Start to twist and turn in the druid arm. Finaly flaps out of her arms, once on the ground she (bird) flap her wings, testing them. She finaly takes off and lands on her Master's shoulder.
Managram ac20 27hp/27hp (Ceil) d20+2=20 d4+4=8 Wednesday October 15th, 2003 7:56:23 AM
Managram is standing next to Leets. Watching Leets actions. So this little dog want to do some thing? The dog creepto a prt ot the fire Elerment, Turns his bacl to it and start digging with his frount paws throwing dirt onto the big hot thing.
OOC:DM Jim this bright idea is my flight of fancy, I don't even know if a dog can throw dirt on that kind of monster? So I'll let you decide> Attact ac20(th3 +2 is for Dex) - Damages(if any)8hp
Flat-top d20+14=34 d20+9=19 d20+10=21 d20+10=25 d8+8=14 d8+8=13 d8+8=13 d4+5=7 d4+5=8 Wednesday October 15th, 2003 8:16:50 AM
Since the thing is not fully out of the ground yet, Flat-top will take a second attack at it, He swing at all this pile of heat, this way and that way with his Morning star. again in true Center style, uses his hooves again. But this time he moves back to see if there was any damages, before attacking again.
OOC:Attack ac34 critical hit ac19 - Damages 14+13=27hp, 13hp (second hit with morning star) - Hooves attack ac21 & ac25 damages 7hp & 8hp.
Vasch Wednesday October 15th, 2003 11:28:23 AM
Vasch goes and retrieves his bow. "Can't stand in, but I can help from here."
Elemental Charge, part 1. (DM Jim) d20+17=29 d20+6=19 d20+6=25 2d6(5+2)+2=9 2d6(2+6)+2=10 2d6(4+5)=9 2d6(5+6)=11 d4=2 Wednesday October 15th, 2003 4:23:48 PM
Brahmah retreats further into the water and pulling his clw wand, taps himself for a little healing.
Kanchana carries Pah'caw with her as she makes her way to the bridge, on the island side. She ponders how best to protect them from the elementals, but can only come up with somehow cutting them off from getting to the island. Still she know that will not stop the earth elemental who will just go under the ground.
Taric keeps his protection over Brahmah going as he backs up with him. He has a bad feeling about he earth elemental disappearing under the ground, but what can he do.
Leets tears into the fire elemental as it seems to glide over the ground towards the bridge. His first attack finds a spot on the elementals fiery body, but the next finds only heat and fire this time.
Kenisha comments about the fire elementals ability to hurt you in combat and for the fighters to pull back for fire protection. Till then she fires off a set of magic missiles at the elemental.
Pah'caw struggles to get out of Kanchana's hands and finally succeeds. After several tests of it's wings it finally takes off and lands on it's masters shoulder.
Managarm looks to his master for guidance in how to help with this monster. With no signs forthcoming he turns and starts tossing dirt on it, with his back paws. The attack seems to do nothing to the elemental and it even ignores him.
Flat-top swings his own morningstar at the fire elemental, trying to help Leets fight it off. His first attack hits solidly, but not with enough to give the idea a really good blow was struck. With a rearing motion he brings his front feet into the elemental with some force, hitting it squarely.
Vasch is able to get his bow and prepare for some missile fire at whatever target appears.
The large earth elemental's arms shot up from the ground to grasp at Taric's legs (grapple check: 29).
A large fire elemental slams its fiery body at Flat-top with a joyful crackle of laughter (hit: 23/29, damage: 9/10 , fire: 9/11). It seems to take great delight as sparks fly from it's body in all directions (Flat-top - reflex save DC 17 or catch on fire for 2 rounds unless it is put out).
Miroband retreated.
Soldier(g) is dead.
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) retreated.
Archer(e) continues to bleed out.
The cleric retreated.
The sorceress is dead.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) is dead.
[Kanchana - Seal was in place the minute you used it.]
[Leets - The haste still being active I am not sure about.]
Kenisha (AC 22; Mage Armor) 3d4(2+1+1)+3=7 Wednesday October 15th, 2003 10:14:29 PM
Waits to tap whomever wants it with a Resist Energy spell (for fire- gives fire resistance 10 to the recipient) to whomever comes to her.
If no one does, then she'll cast Magic Missile against the Fire Elemental (7 HP of damage)
Brahmah (13 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins], Improved Evasion?, Barkskin +2 Wednesday October 15th, 2003 10:52:50 PM
Brahmah looks at his winged friend who just landed on his shoulder. He retrieves his Barkskin scroll from his pack and casts it (sharing it with Pah'caw). He takes up a defensive action. (Dodge vs earth elemental) His AC is 30? vs Earth elemental, 29? vs Fire elemental.
Leets d20+2=12 d20+2=20 d20+6=17 Thursday October 16th, 2003 3:53:45 AM
"Managarm, attack! You fear nothing from this thing!"
"Ok...If we can strike it, we can touch it...It looks like you took the wrong direction you fiery thing..."
Ragingly throwing all his weight against the elemental, Leets will try to push it in the water (once again falling with it if needed...Attack 17, 12 for the strength check, 20 rerolled with a hero point).
Taric (grappled) d20+8=21 Thursday October 16th, 2003 9:10:09 AM
Taric's bad feeling becomes reality when he feels the earth himself grab him by his legs. Trying fervently to fend it off, he only manages to grab it himself, but not able to get away from it.
Flat-top (ac 20 - 24hp/73hp) d20+4=20 d20+17=37 Thursday October 16th, 2003 9:14:26 AM
"Aaagh!" he yelps in pain as the centaur body's slides across the ground. Flat-top gets up from the ground and will help Leets push the Fire Golem into the water by charging into him(the Fire Golem)hoping to give it an extra push(of Leets and Flat-top) so he will go into the water. Flat-top hoist his shield, cover his shoulder(where the inpack will be and Charges at the Fire Golem for full inpack.
OOC: 20 made my refles save, Attack (charge) 37 critical roll there's a natural 20 in there. Since it's a charge is either I help Leet pust or not(so I leave it up to you)
Paw'caw (ac22 - 9hp/17hp) Thursday October 16th, 2003 9:21:03 AM
Paw'caw Look at the surounding and looks to her master to see if he's alright. Now awaits his attention and oders to her.
Managram (ac20 hp27/hp27) d20+4=22 d6+3=8 Thursday October 16th, 2003 9:31:32 AM
Managram listens to Leets, then look at the Hot pile of stones, *Blinks*out. Then *Blinks* in next to the Fire Elerment's leg and bites him. Then *Blink* away again.
Kanchana d4+1=5 Thursday October 16th, 2003 12:22:50 PM
Kanchana watches how the other Chosen are faring across the bridge and sees Taric get grabbed by the elemental. "Oh this is not good!" Kanchana casts Magic Missile at the earth elemental just to see if it will let go of Taric.
(Magic Missile deals 5 pts of dmg to the earth elemental)
Elemental Charge, part 2. (DM Jim) d4=3 d4=2 d20+17=34 d20+6=7 d20+6=20 2d6(3+2)+2=7 2d6(1+2)+2=5 2d6(6+4)=10 2d6(6+6)=12 Thursday October 16th, 2003 2:50:40 PM
Noone moves to take up Kenisha on her offer of fire resistance. With a shake of her head she fires off some missiles at the fire elemental.
Brahmah stays in the water for the time being and casts a spell on himself and shares it with Pah'caw. Both of their skins take on a barky texture to a point.
Leets slams himself into the fire elemental with everything he can muster. Unfortunately he catches it a glancing blow that leaves him overbalanced (Leets - reflex save DC 17 or catch on fire for 3 rounds unless it is put out).
Taric finds himself with the earth elemental holding onto his upper legs. The grip is slightly painful but not crushing or anything. He tries to break free and ends up just being able to hold on for himself.
Flat-top slams into the fire elemental shortly after Leets makes his attempt. While Leets finds himself glancing off, Flat-top gets a good solid hit and drives the fire elemental back (Flat-top - reflex save DC 17 or catch on fire for 2 rounds unless it is put out).
Pah'caw awaits orders from her master as she looks around from his shoulder.
Managarm blinks out of the area that he is at after looking to the large fire thingy. It blinks back in to bite at the things leg and then blinks away again (Managarm - reflex save DC 17 or catch on fire for 2 rounds unless it is put out).
Kanchana watches, miserably, as the earth elemental grabs a hold of Taric by the legs. She can see what is going to happen next without a doubt. She fires off a set of magic missiles at the things arms to try and get it to let go.
The large earth elemental slow starts to pull Taric under the ground, while keeping a hold on him (grapple check: 34). He has pulled Taric to just a little above his knees.
A large fire elemental continue its assault on Flat-top as he rams into him a pushes him back some (hit: 7/20, damage: 7/5 , fire: 10/12). The flames leap around it's body in anger as it turns to regard Leets and then Flat-top.
Miroband retreated.
Soldier(g) is dead.
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) retreated.
Archer(e) continues to bleed out.
The cleric retreated.
The sorceress is dead.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) is dead.
Vasch (8hp of 32hp) d20+5=7 Thursday October 16th, 2003 4:24:04 PM
Vasch moves into a good position against the fire elemental and takes a shot. Vasch's strength is still coming back to him and the arrow flies wildly away landing in the water.
(AC 7 or 3 with firing in melee)
Brahmah (20 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins], Improved Evasion?, Barkskin +2 d8+1=7 Thursday October 16th, 2003 6:01:36 PM
He taps himself one more time with his wand, as he eyes the fire elemental. (healed 7 points, sharing with Pah'caw)
He takes up a defensive action. (Dodge vs fire elemental) His AC is 30? vs fire elemental, 29? vs earth elemental.
"Go to the tree my friend, stay safe. This is not your fight." He says to Pah'caw. "Shreeeeaaawkkk!" She screams in protest.
The leader looks very ready for combat, very anxious.
Paw'caw(hp 16/17 ac20 Ceil) d20+5=24 d4=4 Thursday October 16th, 2003 6:41:05 PM
Paw'caw twises her head almost as if she knows what Brahmah. Then with out hesitation, she jumps into the air and flap her wings, trying to catch a draft. She goes up and up, higher up to about 60 feet. She spots the enermy that hurt her master, she dives silently and attacks the archer that is bleeding with her tallons, swoop up almost as fast as she came down. She will fly to the island and into a tree.
OOC: attack ac24, Damage 4hp??
Flat-top Thursday October 16th, 2003 6:53:20 PM
After the charge, Flat-top is hurting, he knows that he cannot fight him on land. Water or ice is that monster only enermy. So Flat-top (taking to moment that this monster is slitly off ballance) will jump into the water to cool his wounds, then come up for air, "Leets!" He shout at the Paladin,"get in the water! we can try to get him when he tries to cross the bridge, If we can hold him up long enough. He'll burn his way through the wood and fall into the water." Flat-top swims toward the island.
Kenisha (Mage Armor, AC 22) Thursday October 16th, 2003 11:42:05 PM
Kenisha rolls her eyes as the fighters of the group ignore her offer of magic aid against this fiery opponent.
She will move within touching distance of one of them (provided she's not also within the fire elemental's threat range) and cast Resist Energy (fire) on them.
(ooc- Since I'm not sure anymore who'd be closest to her, I'll leave that up to you, Jim.)
Brahmah Friday October 17th, 2003 12:43:50 AM
"No Pah'caw. Not the enemy! To safety!" The minotaur rolls his eyes at the birds defiance. He thinks to himself, 'She's like me, that's for sure.'
Leets d20+4=16 Friday October 17th, 2003 3:07:49 AM
Leets realize that he has not only missed his attack, but he also caught the fire...
Trying to extinguish the fire, he jumps right into the wate( what's the damage for this type of fire?).
Taric d20+8=19 Friday October 17th, 2003 3:46:59 AM
Taric tries fervently to break free, but his futile attempts are without confidence.
Managram d20+5=24 Friday October 17th, 2003 5:23:44 AM
OOC: managrammade Ref save 24.
Managran *Blinks* He find himself into the water, but not next to his master. So he'll *Blink* out again and will join Leets.
Kanchana Friday October 17th, 2003 9:05:06 AM
Seeing that her spell had no obvious effect on the earth elemental grappling with Taric Kanchana cross the bridge quickly going to help Taric (or if the pathway across the bridge is blocked), she will yell "someone help Taric!" Kanchana slides her wand back into its forearm sheath, and will draw her scimitar as soon as she can.
(Move x2 80ft)
Elemental Charge, part 3. (DM Jim) d6=4 d20+17=31 Friday October 17th, 2003 3:19:38 PM
Vasch fires off an arrow at the fire elemental fut finds it flying into the water instead. He can still feel the weakness in his muscles and tries to shake it off.
Brahmah gives Pah'caw orders to get herself into the tree and be safe. He hits himself for a little healing that transfers part over to her before she leaves.
Pah'caw takes off of his shoulder with a bit of defiance. She makes a swoop at the archer that is still bleeding with her talons before coming to settle on a branch in the tree.
Flat-top moves back into the water to get away from the fire elemental. He swims across the water and to the other side of the island.
Kenisha is able able to reach Brahmah with her resistance spell as she steps up beside him. Unfortunately for him she hits him a little harder than he would have expected.
Leets jumps into the water of the river to extinguish the fire that has sprung up on him (damage: 4).
Taric tries to break free from the elementals grasp, but cannot break the stony grip. He can feel desperation starting to grip his heart and throat.
Managarm finds himself standing in water, or dog paddleing, as the water is that high around him. Especially as he blinks to be by his master.
Kanchana races to get to Taric and help him out. She makes it to the other side of the bridge and around the corner to stand by Taric.
The large earth elemental pulls Taric into the ground a little bit further (grapple check: 31). He has now pulled Taric up to his chest into the ground, a little further and he will disappear.
The large fire elemental makes his way to the bridge and then stops to look in Kanchana's direction. It's fiery eyes flash and sparkle with amusement as it tries to come to a decision. Within a few seconds it starts to move in her direction.
Miroband retreated.
Soldier(g) is dead.
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) retreated.
Archer(e) continues to bleed out.
The cleric retreated.
The sorceress is dead.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) is dead.
Brahmah (20 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins], Improved Evasion, Barkskin +2, Resist Fire d20+12=24 2d4(1+3)+8=12 Friday October 17th, 2003 4:50:56 PM
Brahmah, confident that he's ready to confront the Earth elemental, steps out off the water and moves toward the Earth Elemental. he'll move to avoid the Fire Elemental. He sees that Taric is struggling. Brahmah swings so that he might break the grip on Taric, but not to hit Taric.
(Hit AC 24 (oops 25, forgot bull str), for 12 damage.) Brahmahs dodge is vs Earth Elemental. (AC 26)
Vasch d20+6=25 d6+2=8 Friday October 17th, 2003 5:31:56 PM
Vasch moves closer to the bank and takes another shot at the fire elemental.
[AC25, Dmg 8]
Kanchana (Mage Armor AC 20) d20+11=28 Sunday October 19th, 2003 4:05:27 PM
Kanchana looks at Taric and then quickly back at the fast approaching Fire Elemental. "Keep trying to get away from the Elemental Taric, I will assist you as best I can." Kanchana's voice sounds shaky with fear. Kanchana does a quick inventory of the spells she has left and whimpers. Still with a little quick thinking she figures that maybe the lone 'Create Water' spell she has left might just do a tiny bit of good. She concentrates hard on creating a small downpour of 4 gallons of water right over the Fire Elemental's head, her arms waving in the gestures of the spell and her chanting sounding clear but insistent. Kanchana prays fervently to Mother Wold and Tomi for luck and success! Kanchana will draw her scimitar after the spell is cast.
(Concentration 28, Create Water 0lvl Druid (2 gallons of water per lvl = 4 gallons))
Flat-top d20+11=29 d20+8=27 Sunday October 19th, 2003 7:07:09 PM
Flat takes his shield in both hands and in a splashing motion(splashing- like when children cup their hands and splashes each other), tries to douse the Fire Elerment. "Leet! Kanchana has the right idea. Soak the Hot Head!"
OOC:DM I used Flat-top base attack melee +9/+4 and added Str. or ref. same +4, and I got attack of ac29/ac27 as for damages I leave that up to you.
managram (Ceil) d20+5=17 Sunday October 19th, 2003 7:26:49 PM
All this talk of water, make managram want to relive himself, so he *blinks* himself in back of the Fire Elerment leg and let's go of a stream of hot water, then *Blinks*back to Leets again.
OOC: Once again Managram lifts his leg for an attack of ac17, damages again I leave that to you.
Paw'saw (Ceil) Sunday October 19th, 2003 7:31:39 PM
Paw'caw flies to a very tall tree and starts to preem her feathers, all the time watching her master for a signial if he should need her.
Kenisha (AC 22; Mage Armor) Monday October 20th, 2003 12:08:00 AM
"I wish I could do that." she says as Kanchana dumps a whole lot of water over the fire elemental.
Kenisha notices the direction that the fire elemental is heading and will move to touch Kanchana with her next Resist Energy (fire) spell if she can reach her in time. Otherwise she'll tap whichever fighter type is closest to Kanchana. Baring either one of those options, she'll give the spell to herself.
Taric d20+8=28 Monday October 20th, 2003 2:49:51 AM
Taric's despair begins to take greather forms and takes him to unknown powers. With all his might the fear lends him he tries to break the stony grip of the elemental. The only thoughts that are raising through his mind right now is either getting out or delaying the elemental enough so the others get a chance to do better than him.
OOC: natural 20 on the grapple-roll, does that account for something?
Elemental Charge, part 3. (DM Jim) Monday October 20th, 2003 2:30:18 PM
Brahmah stomps his way out of the water and heads towards Taric. He slams his weapon into the elemental's arm with all his might hoping to make it let go of Taric.
Vasch sends another arrow at the fire elemental, this one a lot truer than his last.
Kanchana finishes a spell that dumps a big load of water onto the elementals head. She watches in satisfaction as it back up some and does not move further forward.
Flat-top improvises with his shield to hurl water on the elemental as well. Between all the water you notice the elemental dim for a few as if in pain, then he flares back up.
Managarm blinks out and behind the fire elemental. With a cocked leg he takes a tinkle on the elemental before he blinks back to his master's side.
Pah'caw settles onto a limb and begins to prine her feathers as she keeps an eye on Brahmah. She knows that she could help but needs to get an idea of what to do from her master.
Kenisha moves forward and to the side off the bridge to Kanchana's side. She light touches her, bestowing the resist energy (fire) spell on her.
Taric feels desperation flowing through his body and struggles with all his might. Then Brahmah hits the thing and he is able to struggle free, though he is still trapped to his chest in the ground.
The large earth elemental lets out a roar that rumbles the ground. It's grip on Taric faulters and then the arms slip back into the ground.
The large fire elemental also lets out a crackling roar and shoots sparks in all directions as it is bombarded with water. With rising anger it seems to grow hotter and even larger flames jump from it.
Miroband retreated.
Soldier(g) is dead.
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) retreated.
Archer(e) is dead.
The cleric retreated.
The sorceress is dead.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) is dead.
Leets d20+6=10 Monday October 20th, 2003 2:43:12 PM
Still grimacing as he feels the burning, Leets tries to imitate Flat-Top with his own shield, not really convinced (Att 10 only).
"Flat-Top, couldn't we use our shields otherwise, like to push this thing on the water?"
Kenisha (Mage Armor, AC22) Monday October 20th, 2003 11:29:14 PM
Kenisha will move to Leets next and touch him while casting her Resist Energy (fire) on him. "Now's it's safer for you to enter into melee with it if you must. And I do think we will. Water doesn't seem to be doing all that well, does it?"
Vasch d20+6=18 d6+2=5 Monday October 20th, 2003 11:33:51 PM
Vasch steps to his left for a better angle on the fire elemental he draws and fire again at the creature of flame.
[AC 18, Dmg 5]
Brahmah (20 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins], Improved Evasion, Barkskin +2, Resist Fire d20+15=24 2d4(2+2)+8=12 Monday October 20th, 2003 11:48:34 PM
"Someone help Taric!" "Come on Chosen! We can take them!"
Then Brahmah charges the Fire Elemental.
Hitting AC 24, for 12 damage. Dodge vs fire elemental is 22(charge), 21 vs earthy.
Brahmah Monday October 20th, 2003 11:50:47 PM
OOPS!!
Charge AC vs fire elemental is actually 24, I forgot to add the Barkskin.
Taric Tuesday October 21st, 2003 1:31:49 AM
Taric feels himself being stuck in the ground. Not knowing what else to do he tries to move some of the ground out of his way using his hands.
Kanchana (Mage Armor AC 20, Resist Energy (Fire)) d20+2=15 Tuesday October 21st, 2003 1:40:19 AM
Kanchana sheathes her scimitar, makes sure that Brahmah is between her and the Fire Elemental and starts to use her front paws to dig Taric out. She tries to dig as fast as she can. "Leets, could Managarm help Taric and I dig?" Kanchana calls out as she flings clods of earth everywhere.
(Strength check for digging 15)
Leets d20+6=25 d20+6=14 Tuesday October 21st, 2003 3:20:30 AM
"Managarm! Search for Taric! Find him my dog!"
Leaving the water, Leets feels the burning less painful as Kenisha cast her spell.
"Thank you Kenisha! Now maybe we can do something!"
Leets then charges the fire elemental, once again trying to push it in the water.
(OOC: Attack 25; strength check 14).
Paw'caw (Ceil) Tuesday October 21st, 2003 5:35:02 AM
The bird stop her primming and watches her master, ready to go and strike the moment her master signals her. She tries to speak to him, but she too far up. She's ready if anybody so much as to touches his hair.
Managram (Ceil) Tuesday October 21st, 2003 5:49:14 AM
Managram ears pick up as his master speaks,'Tauric! What's a Tauric?' the dog look to shore and there is that female weimic trying to dig our a minotaur?? *Blink* goes the dog, then *blink* he appears oppersite Kanchana and with his frount paws, he digs away as fast as he can.
Flat-top d20+9=27 d8+4=12 Tuesday October 21st, 2003 6:14:32 AM
"Be with you in a minute Leets! Tauric need a hand right about now. Then I'll be right with you and Mr. Hot Head." Flat-top gets out of the water (on Tauris side with sword in hand) and will plunge his sword into the hole about where the elemental is. Hoping to get Tauris hand out for flat-top to pull.
OOC: Attaking dirt and hopefuly the elemental ac27, Damages 12hp (I hope)
OOC: Jerry was please with our posting and gave each and every one of us a potion of Cure Light Wounds. DM Jim should I have ask for two more for Paw'caw and Managram also??
Elemental Charge, part 4. (DM Jim) d20+12=24 d20+12=15 2d8(8+8)+7=23 2d8(7+6)+7=20 d20+10=24 d20+10=15 2d6(5+5)+2=12 2d6(3+2)+2=7 2d6(5+6)=11 2d6(2+2)=4 Tuesday October 21st, 2003 3:12:51 PM
Kenisha hits Leets with one of her resist elements (fire) spells.
Vasch fires off an arrow at the fire elemental. The arrow burns up in the elemental's fires.
Brahmah charges into the fire elemental mashing him down with his sword. It cuts into the elemental with might born to save his men.
Taric slowly begins to dig his way out of the ground, before the elemental shows back up.
Kanchana checks to make sure that Brahmah is in the way of her and it. She then begins to start digging around Taric as he digs himself. She asks Leets for the assistance of his dog in the digging as well.
Leets charges the fire elemental with his shield in hand trying to drive it into the water. As he moves he gives Managarm orders to help a Taric.
Pah'caw keeps her eyes open and on Brahmah as she sits in the tree. She intends to not let anyone else hurt her master and if he does he will pay.
Managarm blinks out and ends up by Taric. He lazily looks to Kanchana who is currently digging around the Taric thing that his master wanted him to help. With a bark he begins to help in the digging.
Flat-top makes his way to Taric as well and uses his sword to help in the digging of Taric. He lets Leets know that he will be there in a minute to help, after they get Taric out.
The large earth elemental erupts from the ground near Leets. With a roar of rage it slams it's large stone body into him (hit: 24/15, damage: 23/20).
The large fire elemental sputters a lot as Brahmah hits it with his sword. With a sudden explosion of fire it flings itself at Brahmah (hit: 24/15, damage: 12/7, fire: 11/4).
Miroband retreated.
Soldier(g) is dead.
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) retreated.
Archer(e) is dead.
The cleric retreated.
The sorceress is dead.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) is dead.
[Everyone - Ceil is right about the potion, but it is actually a double draft CLW potion.]
[Ceil - You could try to get one for the animals, but I doubt it will work. :)]
Vasch Tuesday October 21st, 2003 4:09:06 PM
Vasch moves onto the log bridge to give himself a better shot at the fire elemental. Since only one can be on the log at a time he will allow anyone ahead that wants before him.
Unsure of the bridge he takes his time and moves out over the water.
Brahmah (7 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins], Improved Evasion, Barkskin +2, Resist Fire d20+7=17 d20+11=24 d20+12=13 d20+6=24 d20+7=11 2d4(2+1)+8=11 d6+4=8 2d4(1+1)+8=10 d6+4=6 Tuesday October 21st, 2003 6:40:25 PM
(Improved Evasion/Reflex save 17, avoided catching fire) (Resist Energy-Fire, sucks up 10 of 11 points of fire damage.)
"Chosen, I need your help!! Pah'caw, defend me! Do not attack![gives signals to defend, 'aid' Brahmahs AC]" (Come on Chosen, Brahmah can't do this by himself. The earth elemental is still there somewhere too.)
Dodge vs Fire Elemental is AC 24.
Brahmah strikes out in desperation. [hitting AC's 24, 13, 24(immune to crit) and 11/ for 11, 8, 10 and 6 damage,(falchion hit both times :)]
Kenisha (AC 22, Mage Armor) 3d4(4+3+3)+3=13 Tuesday October 21st, 2003 9:59:45 PM
"Leets! Just attack it with your weapon! It's much to big for you to push!." Kenisha calls out.
"Brahmah, Flat-top is trying to get Taric out but the earth elemental is attacking again." she informed the beset leader. "Let's see if I can give you some help in puting this thing out."
She flings three magic missiles at the fire elemental. (13 hp of damage)
Taric (still halfway in the ground) Wednesday October 22nd, 2003 1:38:40 AM
"Flat-Top, Kanchana, help Leets and Brahmah. They need your help more than I do right now. Managarm will help me now, won't you?"
Taric keeps on digging, hoping the others will take to help Brahmah and Leets. He just hopes Managarm will stay with him to try and get him out.
Kanchana d20+6=17 Wednesday October 22nd, 2003 2:44:36 AM
Kanchana keeps digging to get Taric out of the earth. "I will stay here and help you Taric. I have no spells left to assist them with; except healing, and I am not that handy with weapons. Flat-top could you help Brahmah please? I know you are an excellent fighter." Kanchana smiles to the two males inspite of the dire situation. "Oh, and Taric when you get out of this. Neither Earth or Fire Elementals can effect water, get Kenisha, Vrurt, the children and yourself into the water and use your spells from there. Maybe Vasch and use his bow from there too; or something. If you ask the Dryad she might be able to help with a raft for the children."
(Knowledge Arcana 17)
Paw'caw(Ceil) d20+5=22 Wednesday October 22nd, 2003 5:29:53 AM
*The Signal! The Master want help!* With a screeeech! she dives ever so fast and buzzes the elemental face ever so fast, she seem to be just a blure and distrackion. then makes her climb into the sun light again.
OOC: the bird got a ac22 for evation and to distrack.
Managram(Ceil) Wednesday October 22nd, 2003 5:34:31 AM
Managram keeps digging, thinking to himself,*there's got to be a bome here some place, too many taurs want to get it??* He tries to dig all the faster.
Flat-top d20+11=28 d8+6=13 Wednesday October 22nd, 2003 5:52:10 AM
"Alright, Kanchana! If that thing coms any closer, go the the unitaurs." with this said Flat-top chargesinto the fire elemental, with full intention of cuting chunck out of it with his sword. Running pass the thing and turns for another charge.
OOC:a charge attack ac28, damages 13hp (I hope)
Leets d20+6=19 d8+2=8 Wednesday October 22nd, 2003 6:17:00 AM
Surprised by the earth elemental, Leets completly loses his grip on the fire thing. Grimacing with pain, he nods at Kenisha's words and attacks the Fire elemental with his morningstar (attack 19, damage 8).
Elemental Charge, part 5. (DM Jim) d20+17=34 Wednesday October 22nd, 2003 3:36:14 PM
Vasch moves further out onto the bridge, trying to get a better aim on the fire elemental.
Brahmah turns his blade's furry on the fire elemental. His falchion hits twice on the elemental, but his kukri is unable to get in close enough.
Kenisha lets Leets know that the elemental is too big for him to shove around, but that his weapon will work just fine. Then she fires off a series of magic missiles at the elemental.
Taric continues to dig into the earth trying to get himself free. He is now dug out up to his hips.
Kanchana refuses to join the battle as Taric urges as she is not that good with weapons and her healing will be more useful after battle. She continues to dig.
Pah'caw sees the order from her master to aid him. She takes off like a golden bullet towards the fire elemenetal. Pulling out just in time she passes by him trying to be a distraction.
Managarm continues to dig with renewed vigor. He just knows that the taurs are after a bone in this ground and he intends to get it first.
Flat-top charges in at the fire elemental, his sword cutting deeply into the fiery body. As he passes he turns to make his way back for another pass.
Leets is stunned for a few by the earth elemental. He shakes it off to make a strike at the fire elemental while he can.
The large earth elemental grabs at Leets, trying to grab him with it's stony hands (grapple: 34).
The large fire elemental seems to start and shrink into itself, then it suddenly bursts in a rage of fire. It spreads outward some and leaves the area scorched, though it does not touch any of The Chosen.
Miroband retreated.
Soldier(g) is dead.
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) retreated.
Archer(e) is dead.
The cleric retreated.
The sorceress is dead.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) is dead.
[With the amount of digging going on Taric will be free on the next round.]
Brahmah (7 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins], Improved Evasion, Barkskin +2, Resist Fire d20+11=19 d20+12=26 d20+6=7 d20+7=9 2d4(3+3)+7=13 d6+4=6 d6+4=8 Wednesday October 22nd, 2003 9:13:41 PM
Wobbling at the loss of blood and internal wounds, he presses on in a mechanical fashion.
(Hitting AC's 19, 26, miss, and 9/ for 13, 6, miss, and 8 damage.)
Kanchana (Mage Armor AC 20, resist energy (fire)) d20+4=23 d20+5=19 d8+3=11 Thursday October 23rd, 2003 3:25:01 AM
Kanchana keeps digging until she gets a feeling that she needs to keep an eye out for the other Chosen. She watches Brahmah wobble and sees he is covered in something dark and glistening.... Blood! Who's...his blood!! Kanchana thinks as it dawns on her that Brahmah isn't doing well. Kanchana stops digging and draws her wand of healing from its sheath, and clutching it thightly in her hand she asks Taric, "can you free yourself the rest of the way Taric?? I have to get to Brahmah quickly!" Kanchana moves as fast as she can to Brahmah and touches him with the wand.
(Wisdom check 23, Spot check 19 (to see that Brahmah is dangerously hurt); Run x3 (40x3=120ft), Heal Brahmah 11 HPs)
Leets d20+6=21 Thursday October 23rd, 2003 3:28:19 AM
Leets can barely escape the brute strength of the earth elemental, making his best to resist, he knows he cannot deal with such a powerful opponent.
"I'll try to resist to this one as long as I can, Chosen! Destroy the fire one!"
Kenisha (AC 22, Mage Armor) 3d4(4+4+3)+3=14 Thursday October 23rd, 2003 6:12:39 AM
If the Fire Elemental is still up, Kenisha directs her sorcerous energies to it, if not she'll aim for the Earth Elemental. (either way, 14 HPs of damage)
Taric Thursday October 23rd, 2003 8:04:37 AM
Taric nods and hurries Kanchana along with his eyes. "Don't let Brahmah fall. For DOMI!" shouts Taric, while keeping on digging. He admires the pace Managarm is digging at and wonders where the dog learned to dig that fast.
Paw'caw (ceil) d20+5=21 Thursday October 23rd, 2003 10:26:42 AM
Paw'caw rises into the air to about 80 feet, turns and fold her wing. Diving to with in two feet of the elerment's face again to distrack him again(making a royal pain of herself) as quickly as she appered in the enermy's face, she's gone again rising up in to the air.
Managram (ceil) Thursday October 23rd, 2003 10:32:41 AM
Managram knows there a bone in here some place and he can smell it. *It's mine and I'm going to get it*. He think to himself as he diggs all the faster.
Flat-top d20+11=21 critical hit d8+6=14 d8+6=14 Thursday October 23rd, 2003 10:35:43 AM
Flat-top hoist his shield again and charges the fire elermental, hits the hot head and runs by to the other side so he can turn and if he'll charge it again.
Vasch d20+6=24 d6+2=3 Thursday October 23rd, 2003 10:58:27 AM
Vasch decides he has gotten a good spot and takes a shot at the fire elemental.
[AC24, AC20 into melee; D 3]
Elemental Charge, part 6. (DM Jim) d20+17=31 Thursday October 23rd, 2003 2:28:49 PM
Brahmah tries his best to attack the earth elemental. He can tell that even with the haste he is slower as only one of his weapons gets through.
Kanchana takes a look at The Chosen to see how they are holding up and can tell that Brahmah is in a lot of trouble. She pulls out of helping dig Taric out and rushes to him, with Taric's blessing. She heals him of some of the damage with her wand.
Leets feels the crushing embrace of the earth elemental and tries to resist. His heart falls a little as he knows that he cannot escape this one, he is too strong. He lets the others know that he will resist as long as he can, but to hurry.
Kenisha fires off a swarm of magic missiles at the earth elemental. The pound into his stony hide but does not cause the elemental to give much notice.
Taric continues to dig as he nods to Kanchana to and tells her not to let him fall. He will be ok with the help of Managarm.
Pah'caw dives once again, this time in front of the earth elemental. She is determined to keep him busy while her master recovers.
Managarm keeps up digging until he sees the outline of a big white...BONE. The part that is now sticking out of the ground is at least two feet in diameter.
Flat-top charges back at the elemental and hits it with his shield. The impact is not at all to his liking but he still is able to continue on by.
Vasch sees the fire elemental go down, but it is too late as his arrow passes through an area that it once was in. He growls in frustration.
The large earth elemental begins the slow process of pulling him under ground with him(grapple: 31). Due to his different body shape he is quickly up to his chest in the ground.
The large fire elemental was banished by damage.
Miroband retreated.
Soldier(g) is dead.
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) retreated.
Archer(e) is dead.
The cleric retreated.
The sorceress is dead.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) is dead.
Kenisha (Mage Armor, AC 22) 3d4(4+4+1)+3=12 Thursday October 23rd, 2003 10:28:52 PM
"The Earth Elemental now has Leets!" Kenisha cries out before letting loose with three more magic missiles. (12 HP of damage to the earth elemental)
Kanchana (Mage Armor AC20) d8+3=11 Friday October 24th, 2003 2:10:00 AM
Kanchana stays were she is and taps Brahmah with her wand again to try and heal him some more.
(heals Brahmah 11 HP)
Taric (still digging?) Friday October 24th, 2003 2:43:45 AM
If Taric is still stuck, he'll keep on digging.
If he managed to get out of the ground he'll stand up and pick up the longbow he dropped. He knows he won't be able to use it to its full potential, but he will give it a try.
Brahmah (29 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins], Improved Evasion, Barkskin +2, Resist Fire d20+13=18 d20+7=17 2d4(1+1)+7=9 2d4(2+2)+7=11 Friday October 24th, 2003 2:44:06 AM
OOC: Jim, just pointing out that actually Brahmah had charged the fire elemental after it gave Taric the repreve and let go, two rounds ago. Sorry for the confusion. :) Doesn't matter, it's banished now.
IC: Feeling some healing wash over him, Brahmah wrinkles his nose as he glances back at the Chosen. Then winking at Kanchana he advances. Huffing at the exersion, he moves to the earth elemental and begins to hammer it. He bashes on it with his falchion twice, hitting nothing but dirt and stone. Chunks of turf fly.
(Hitting AC's 18 and 17/for 9 and 11 damage.) (Dodge vs earth elemental. AC 26)
Leets d20+6=25 Friday October 24th, 2003 4:04:40 AM
Trying to resist as much as he can, Leets knows what is going to happen to him. He deeply takes his breath, confident in his friends to help him later (grapple 25, oh! I missed the 20 by 1 point!).
Paw'caw(Ceil) Friday October 24th, 2003 9:01:51 AM
Paw'caw Makes lazy circle in the ski, ready to dive the monent she get a signal from Brahmah. She wathes him like a eagle.
Managram(ceil) Friday October 24th, 2003 9:07:42 AM
Managram smells and spot his pot of gold(the bone), he tries to bite it(too big). He looks at Taric, *Hmm! if I dig around this Minotaur maybe I can get MY Bone out.* Managram Dig around Tauric, 'DIG - DIG - Dig'.
Flat-top d20+10=27 d20+5=24 d4+4=7 d4+4=7 Friday October 24th, 2003 9:24:38 AM
Flat-top Sees the the Fire Elerment go down and Leets is in trouble, Flat-top will run to the paladin aid. He will hit the Earth Elemental with both his hing hooves.(attack hoves ac27 and ac24, Damages(if any) 7+7=14hp)
"Kanisha, It's time to think of our mission here, Go ready the Unitaurs and the minotaur mother for a way out of here and to safty."
OCC:Flat-top Friday October 24th, 2003 9:34:47 AM
Occ:Flat-top will try to hit the face of the elemental so he'll losen or let go of his grip.
Elemental Charge, part 7. (DM Jim) Friday October 24th, 2003 1:59:52 PM
Kenisha yells about the elemental having a hold on Leets. She then fires off a series of magic missiles.
Kanchana sees the act happening but heals Brahmah so that he can continue the fight.
Taric is free of the dirt and can now pulls himself out of the hole that he is in.
Brahmah charges in, his falchion biting into the elemental once and glancing off it's arm the second time.
Leets takes a deep breathe, knowing what is about to happen and trusting in his friends to get him out of it.
Pah'caw circles in the air waiting for some sign that she is needed again.
Managarm continue to dig after having found his treasure. He pulls on it several times as he digs around it. It slowly loosens, but he is still unsure of how to move it.
Flat-top moves to aid Leets as the elemental slowly pulls him under. His hooves bite deep into the elemental's arms.
The large earth elemental's arms crumble into chunks of black rock, leaving poor Leets trapped in the ground and needing to be dug out.
The large fire elemental was banished by damage.
Miroband retreated.
Soldier(g) is dead.
Soldier(f) is dead.
Archer(d) retreated.
Archer(e) is dead.
The cleric retreated.
The sorceress is dead.
Elemental(b) is a pile of rock and gems.
Elemental(c) is a pile of rock and gems.
Minotaur(1) is dead.
Minotaur(2) is dead.
[Well that is the end of this round my players. Now decisions will have to be made about what to do. Remember conditions and the like. :)]
Brahmah (29 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins], Improved Evasion, Barkskin +2, Resist Fire Friday October 24th, 2003 5:36:15 PM
Slumping to his knees, exhausted, Brahmah sheathes his Falchion and begins digging Leets out using his Kukri, careful not to cut him.
He signals for Pah'caw to land on his shoulder.
Vasch (8 of 32) Friday October 24th, 2003 7:40:19 PM
Vasch moves across the rest of the distance to the other side. Using his forpaws he helps to dig Leets out.
Kenisha (Mage Armor, AC 22) d20+4=18 Friday October 24th, 2003 10:17:25 PM
Kenisha nods to Flat-top, "You're right." she tells him before heading back to where the children and the minotaur mother are hiding.
"We need to get away from here. No doubt, the minotaurs will be sending more to attempt to take the children." Kenisha tells the minotaur.
She looks around to see if there is anyting the Chosen can use to assist them in their flight through the swamp.
(Spot check= 18)
Kanchana Saturday October 25th, 2003 3:16:36 AM
Kanchana will assist Vasch in digging out Leets. When she is finished helping Leets then she will very quickly collect any thing of value (gems left from the first two elementals and such) left behind. She plans to use what she can scrape together to get a new Wand of Healing.
Kanchana says wearily; "it is too bad that we cannot rest. If we could then I know a few spells to get the mothers and children away from here more quickly. Does anyone need tending to before we hurry off??"
Paw'caw(Ceil) Saturday October 25th, 2003 10:10:28 AM
Paw'caw is in a lazy glide, when she spot Brahmah pat his shoulder, she knows He wants her. So in a Slow gliding circle down and gently comes to rest on her master's shoulder. Then Looking in his eyes almost saying *You Called Master?*
Managram(Ceil) Saturday October 25th, 2003 10:18:50 AM
Managram after digging that much, is very sure that the will pop out any minute now. So he togg here and another togg there, I'ts moves, but keep sliping out of his mouth?? *It's Mine... I Tell You... It's Mine... All Mine!*
Flat-top d20+10=27 d20+5=13 Saturday October 25th, 2003 10:26:52 AM
Flat-top goes down on hiis forelocks(a horse's knees) and start to hit the dirt around Leets, "Come on Leets, The Unitaurs need us right now." Flat-top hopes that Leets can hear. Flat-top will try and remove dirt as much as he can in the rest of this round.
Leets d20+2=20 Monday October 27th, 2003 3:25:19 AM
Blind and suffocating, Leets hears noises coming from the surfac. He digs as much as he can with his fingernails and pushes with all his four legs (strength 20).
Brahmah (29 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins], Improved Evasion, Barkskin +2, Resist Fire Monday October 27th, 2003 3:30:36 PM
Brahmah continues to dig.
"Pah'caw, guard the children. Watch for danger." He says to his newest feathered friend, not expecting much to come of the orders.
Time to go home
The Decision. (DM Jim) Monday October 27th, 2003 5:19:02 PM
After a search of the bodies and gathering the gems that were left behind by the elementals, you gather stuff together to leave. The arrows and bolts look to be of good quality.
It takes a little while to dig out Leets, but with his head above the ground he has no worries of suffocation. Soon he is free and moving about.
There is nothing of obvious use to help in getting out of the swamp any faster that you can see. After a little coaxing you get Vrurt to come out with her child and make ready to leave. She still seems a little reluctant to leave and you can tell that she is still conflicted with the idea of her child.
Now you must make a decision on where to go...back to Vrurt's village...to the port of Castle Violet...to Imod City, the place that the Mailed Fist was traveling to??
EXPERIENCE To come as I am talking to Jerry on it.
Vasch (8 of 32) Monday October 27th, 2003 8:43:20 PM
Vasch continues to dig out Leets with the others.
Kenisha and Domisha d20+5=17 Monday October 27th, 2003 11:06:19 PM
Kenisha tearfully gathers her daughter into a hug as she emerges from the hiding place. Turning to Vrurt she says, "The choice is yours, Sister Taur, but remember, you make the choice for two lives. Two lives given to this world by the Love of Domi. As for me and Domisha, we will return to Heartshold Isle by way of our boat waiting at Castle Violet. Please come with us."
(diplomacy roll=17)
Taric Tuesday October 28th, 2003 1:39:14 AM
Taric helps with digging out Leets, knowing as nobody else how it feels to be stuck in the earth. After they get out Leets he heads over to Kenisha and awaits the signal to retreat anywhere they feel like it's safest to go. In his heart Taric hopes that Vrurt will choose Hearthold Keep, knowing that the children will be safe in there.
Kanchana d20+7=16 Tuesday October 28th, 2003 2:34:34 AM
Kanchana first finishes digging Leets out and helps collect the loot. When is it all piled into one pile she will cast detect magic on the loot, concentraing on deciphering the information for as long as she can.
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"When things are calm and the children are safe at Hearthold Keep we should get all of this identified; if it is indeed magical. Also I still would like to procure another Healing Wand for us; instead of relying on only my private wand..." She looks at the arrows and bolts, "who uses bows and who uses crossbows among us?"
Kanchana will also help carry the loot (at least all of the light stuff). She then walks over to Kenisha and Domisha. She sits and waits for the others (particularly Brahmah and Kenisha) to discuss were they will go.
(Casts Detect Magic on the Loot, Concentration 16)
((OOC: I will volunteer to take anything we want to sell to the Catacombs, but identifying should be done by us otherwise it costs 110gp per item!))
Brahmah (29 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins]?, Improved Evasion?, Barkskin +2, Resist Fire? Tuesday October 28th, 2003 2:37:59 AM
Knowing Leets is in trouble and it's going to take awhile to to extract him, he gets an idea.
"Does anyone have a potion of Gaseous Form or something like it?! We free his head, he drinks it an he's free! Right? Taric, can you teleport him free? Kenisha?"
"We need to get out of here SOON!!"
Brahmah Tuesday October 28th, 2003 2:43:12 AM
OOC: Great idea Eunice.
Brahmah (29 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins]?, Improved Evasion?, Barkskin +2, Resist Fire? Tuesday October 28th, 2003 3:07:10 AM
"I'll carry the rest."
Leets Tuesday October 28th, 2003 3:33:26 AM
Seeing that things have calmed down outside, Leets breathes deeply as he see the light of the sun.
"A strange experience it is to be buried alive, my friends...Thank you all for your help!"
Still digging himself, Leets thinks of the situation, and where the Chosen should go.
"Brahmah, as I already told you, I would prefer go back to the Hearthold Keep. There, we can call for Domi's clergymen to gather and talk. What do you think?"
Once he is free, Leets will help to carry anything needed, since he's not too much wounded.
Brahmah (29 of 70hps), Bull's Str [5mins]?, Improved Evasion?, Barkskin +2, Resist Fire? Tuesday October 28th, 2003 4:30:53 AM
"Yes Leets you did say that. I agree. I just want to get away from this island. No offense to the dryads hospitality, but I promised we wouldn't soil her ground with blood! I failed to keep that promise..." He checks for the amber piece in his pocket. He shakes his head. "I have always said Hearthold will be the best place for the Unitaurs."
Paw'caw(Ceil) Tuesday October 28th, 2003 10:07:54 AM
Paw'caw at her masters command, flys of to a low branch and watches to young unitaurs play around their mothers.
Managram(Ceil) Tuesday October 28th, 2003 10:29:31 AM
OOC: DM Jim, Managram is a Celestial Dog and can fazes from one place to another with his master or another person in tow. I hoppe you let me do it here.
Managran sencing that his master is in trouble will jump out of the hole(where the bone is), take one last look at the juicy bone and Fazes into Leets arms*blink*. Then fazes to the serface with leet in tow*Blink* Then still in his masters arms, Lick Leets face!.
Vasch Tuesday October 28th, 2003 10:50:02 AM
"I definitely want off this island." Vasch says while he continues to dig.
"Don't like the name 'unitaurs'. I'd like to think that the little ones are no different than any of us." He say at Leets but it seems to be more of thinking aloud. "I like just plain 'taurs' since that's what we all are- no liontaur, centaur, or minotaur; just taurs...just a thought..." He continues to dig.
Flat-top Tuesday October 28th, 2003 11:06:10 AM
"No, the fighter was dead when we drag him onto the Fays island, saving her, the creatures and the magic this Island has, so cheer up Captain. I aggree there's no use going back to the village, only death is waiting there, To go to Imod. That where the Mail Fist have a big barracks there, we would have a warm welcome there. No! I think it should be to the boat at Castle Violet and to safty of Heartshold Island and wait till they all see these children. Lets look to see if we can make a raft for the Children and the stuff we have to bring along." Flat-top will go to see if they can find wood for a raft.
To the Port. (DM Jim) Tuesday October 28th, 2003 2:48:21 PM
Managarm looks to his bone and then to his master, back to the bone and then with a whine leaves it to help his master out. He easily has him out of the ground in a minute and licking his face. Several whines accompany it about the bone as it seems he wants to take it along too.
Brahmah looks for his piece of amber and finds it missing. Anyone else that cares to look will find thiers also misisng. The leaves of the great tree seem to shake in laughter, but it could be the wind.
Flat-top is able to locate some large trees that have fallen over sometime and would make an admirable raft (craft,shipmaking DC 14 or survival DC 18). He will of course have to have some help in getting them gathered.
Kanchana takes the time to check over the loot after it is gathered into a pile. Within a few minutes she has detect magic working and seeing if anything is magical in the pile.
Vrurt looks to The Chosen and gives them a small smile. "I will go with you...there is no life for me or my baby here." You see a pained expression pass over her face as she says this and she begins to cry.
[Kanchana can put the following into a separate pile as it radiates magic.]
[potions(10), wand(2), strand of beads, ring, bag, gem, arrows(6), scrolls(2)]
Kanchana Tuesday October 28th, 2003 5:03:54 PM
Kanchana splits the loot into magical and mundane piles. She collects the magical pile and says,"I will carry this lot. When we are all safe back at Hearthold Keep then Kenisha, Taric and I can identify these magical items." Kanchana gets ready to head for where ever the Chosen decide to go. "I would take the rear and cover our back, but I failed so utterly miserably at it last time that I dare not make the same mistake twice. Brahmah let me know where I will be most useful."
((OOC: Kanchana will carry: potions(10), wand(2), strand of beads, ring, bag, gem, arrows(6), scrolls(2)in a seperate bag within her haversack.))
Brahmah (29 of 70hps), Barkskin +2 Tuesday October 28th, 2003 6:32:00 PM
Brahmah smiles at the comment from Flat-top, feeling better now.
"Vrurt, can you fight? Perhaps you can use the minotaur sized armor and weapons, just in case. Your unprotected."
"To the Keep. We go to the Keep."
"Your right Flat-top, we should avoid the Castle Violet. But we might not be able too. A hand built ship will take far too long, we need to get back to the Keep, ASAP."
"Kanchana, you remain in the healer capacity. Only fight if you need to or want to."
Flat-top d20=15 d20=19 Tuesday October 28th, 2003 7:05:12 PM
"I found some down trees over there (Flat-top points over his shoulder with his thumb)that can be used for a raft, I'm not a carpenter but I'll do my best." Flat-top takes out of his saddle bag a leather halter and some rope, he wears the halter and goes to a fallen tree (about 10' long), ties one end of the rope to some strong branches and the other end to his haulter and starts dragging(like a horse dragging a plow) to edge of the stream. He's about to go back to get another log, when he spots Managram looking into a hole then go back to Leets. Flat-top will go to the hole and pick up the big bone and then give it to Kanchana "Here is a bone for Managram, he deserve a reward, as for Paw'caw I'll catch a fish before we leave." He winks at Druid.
Paw'caw(Ceil) Tuesday October 28th, 2003 7:11:47 PM
Paw'caw watches the children at play and keeps unwanted animals away.
Managram(Ceil) Tuesday October 28th, 2003 7:17:13 PM
Managram follows his master every where, BUT he still dreams of his bone.
Kenisha Tuesday October 28th, 2003 11:36:17 PM
Kenisha will help where she can to make the raft while keep ing an eye on the children and watching for danger.
Taric Wednesday October 29th, 2003 1:18:18 AM
Taric nods at Kanchana's suggestion of identifying the items themselves in the safety of Hearthold Keep. He will help Flat-Top as much as he can with building the raft, ready to leave this island as soon as possible.
Brahmah Wednesday October 29th, 2003 2:13:25 AM
"I really don't think rat is a good idea. Besides, the wemics among us have a hard enough time on sailing ships. Rafts are unstable."
Leets Wednesday October 29th, 2003 3:59:04 AM
Cleaning the mud and soil on his body, Leets strokes Managarm to thank him.
"You did a very good job my dog! Here is for you!"
Leets will take some dried meat in his backpack and will give a big part to Managarm. Hearing Taric's words as he does so, he nods.
"You are right Taric, if those children have to unite our races as they grow up, it would be better to call them Taurs as well as we do for ourselves..."
"Oh, it looks like Flat-Top needs help. Flat-Top, looks like you miss your boat!"
Brahmah Wednesday October 29th, 2003 5:59:58 AM
Brahmah shakes his head.
"Flat-top, I really don't think the raft is a good idea."
He walks over to his tanglefoot bag sitting by the bridge and puts it back in his pack.
"I've thought about it. I have the combat positions for each of us.
Kanchana is going to act as our healer. Kenisha will be support offensive spells. Taric will be support to enhance the fighters, and distracting opponents. Flat-top, Vasch, Leets and myself are to be in melee. As for archers or long range combat, does anyone have a suggestion. We need to avoid the inconsistant tactics in combat."
Brahmah Wednesday October 29th, 2003 6:03:18 AM
"Aw yes, Kenisha will also call retreats. Vasch, any ideas about combat?"
Flat-top Wednesday October 29th, 2003 8:05:55 AM
Flat-top drag another log to the stream, "Your right, Captain. This raft is to go down stream to the beach, from the beach we can go to the port to take to boat Home. the raft would never stand up to the waves in the seas. As far as Battle tacticks, again your right. Us Fighters are too close to the battle, we cannot see whos down or baddly injured, we consentrate too hard on the fight. It's a very good idea to have the magic users to make a call of retreat, because they can see the way the battle is going. A good example was the Mail Fist Microban, when he saw that the elementals were going down, He called a retreat of his archer and his cleric. He was not about to risk every one he came here with, he's going for reinforcements, he'll be back and we'll be gone. We have time, a little time to get to a boat, if we hurry. Now let's get these little Taurs to the Keep."
Kanchana Wednesday October 29th, 2003 9:34:23 AM
Kanchana listens to the others talking. She nods at Brahmah's words about herself and combat. "About the raft... An adult or two and the cubs could stay on the raft and rest. This way the cubs do not have to strain to keep up the pace or be carried; we will move faster that way. If the raft moves quickly enough then the rest of us can pace the raft by following the river bank. The raft wouldn't have to be huge then. And a little run never hurt anyone!" Kanchana smiles at Flat-top.
Her smile slowly fades as she thinks about the combat related issues. "Another thing... It is fine the way that any future combat has been planned." Kanchana clears her throat apprehensively. "I have some suggestions though... First of all if we can pick the field of battle then we should have everyone who can use a bow and/or offensive spells use them first; a volley or so. I think an injured enemy might think twice about closing for melee." She glances at the fighters, her nervousness showing through her facade a bit. "Also I cannot be everywhere at once. It might be an idea to fight with prudence, to not charge into battle without someone to cover your back." Kanchana's words hang in the air. She looks at the cubs and thinks about how close some of her companions came to dying in her opinion.
Vasch Wednesday October 29th, 2003 2:31:40 PM
"I agree with Kanchana. I think for sure those that can use a bow should have one. We got beaten by range fire. I know there isn't as much glory in range fire, but if we can keep the enemy's heads down until the brawn engages... As for retreat, anyone that sees a threat of that level, calls it. If you see it" Refering to Brahmah, "Call it out. Same with anyone."
"As for myself I can handle myself, but I'm a support combatant. I use position to get the upperhand and fall opponents. I'm not bad with a bow. It's my prefered form of combat."
Rafting to the Port?? (DM Jim) Wednesday October 29th, 2003 3:37:21 PM
Everyone discusses over the ideas of combat and how to be most effective, complement the others. The plans are formed and with luck will keep The Chosen true. The loot is gathered and stored for future identification.
Vrurt looks to The Chosen and shakes her head. "I can fight but will only do so to protect my baby...I can guard the children though." She takes one of the morningstars but no armor.
The raft is continued to be built, despite Brahmah's protest of it taking too much time. Several of the large logs have been brought down to the water and stuff to attach the logs together is brought out.
[craft, shipmaking DC 14 or survival DC 18 to make the ship. Rolls can be modified by +1 for anyone that has craft, shipmaking. It will take about a half and hour to put it together.]
Brahmah (29 of 70hps), Barkskin +2 d20+4=18 d20+3=20 Wednesday October 29th, 2003 6:03:30 PM
Brahmah looks on as the discussion about the raft and tactics take place.
"Flat-top, I know I didn't voice my opinion correctly. The raft requires wood. The dryad did help us and she deserves thanks. Cutting the surrounding trees is not appropriate. But I agree with the reasoning for the raft, continue." He begins to help Flat-top.(Survival 18, Pro. Sailor 20)
He nods at Kanchana and Vasch's comments.
"Yes. The combat was bad, their archers pinned us down and cornered us. We weren't expecting that. On the other hand, I'd like to point out that it was a VERY uncoventional combat anyway. Not all combats we've fought have been on a small island, where the only way on or off is across a small bridge, heading for the opponents. Most have gone alot smoother." He smiles. "Most fights just happen. There's no way we can 'choose' where they'll be." He notices Kanchana's worry about the 'prudence of combat'. "I don't charge blindly in unless my beliefs are challenged. I agree that they're challenged frequently, but it's my duty to protect the Taur children, Unitaurs, Taurlings, whoever they are. I'd also like to say, dearest Warden of the Wood, that, had I NOT blocked the bridge, blood would have spilt on the island and we might just have been captured after all, along with the children." He winks at her. "I am a warrior for Domi first and a leader second. What he says, goes."
He pauses. "When we can get the items identified and/or sold, I suggest those of us without ranged weaponry buy some. I know I will. If fact, I have JUST the thing in mind."
He goes back to helping Flat-top. "Kanchana is going to act as our healer, but we try to avoid melee intitially so her skills WON'T be needed." He winks at her again. "Kenisha will be support offensive spells, begining volley of magic at the spellcasters or archers. She may also point out tactics or errors. Taric will be support to enhance the fighters, and distract opponents with illusions. Flat-top, Leets and myself are to be in melee, only after a hail of arrows and magic. As for archers, Vasch remains back as we enter combat, firing at the most viable and opposing targets (clerics, wizards, casters). And everyone can call for retreat or regrouping, however, the call has to be made with good judgement."
He nods to Vrurt, "Okay."
Kenisha and Domisha Wednesday October 29th, 2003 8:48:22 PM
Kenisha nods at Brahmah's suggestions for future combats, "Just remembder, a Silence Spell can be a very effective way to neutralize our ability to communicate. But I think your ideas are a good starting point."
Taric Thursday October 30th, 2003 3:29:18 AM
Taric nods at Brahmah's suggestions for their next battles. Hopefully there wouldn't be many, but on the other hand not many understood the will of Domi, so it was almost inevitable.
"We'll have much to learn, perfectioning our way as a team. But only experience will actually guide us."
Taric then thinks back to the battle and recalls the botls of electricity used by Kenisha. And the missiles of pure energy that brought down the elementals. A destructive force, that was for sure, but maybe it was a needed destruction. Taric keeps on thinking, getting all confused. He shakes his head and continues with helping building the raft. There had to be a better time to think about conflicting issues somewhere in the near future.
Leets Thursday October 30th, 2003 3:47:42 AM
"I would prefer not to seea nother battle against Taurs Brahmah...Who knows, when the wise clergymen of Domi come to the Keep, maybe it will be one more step on our quest?"
"However, if a battle happens again, I will follow you. I'm not that bad with javelins, and I can make some myself before I find something more efficient...As for the melee, I took this when I disarmed one of the soldier."
Leets shows a morningstar, and looks at it more closely...
Flat-top d20=16 Thursday October 30th, 2003 6:56:18 AM
As Flat-top weaves some thick vines to lashes the logs together, he tell Brahmah "If the Mail Fist tell the villagers of our survival, I hope they stop and think of we told them. But I don't think they will. As for the log I'm using, they are all down dead trees and I did not cut any living ones, maybe before we leave we could plant some saplings as a thank you for helping us. I do like this dryad, may Domi smile on her island. All in all, I think we did well. We had to battle, we did what we came here for and now we go back home to the safty of our Island."
Paw'caw(Ceil) Thursday October 30th, 2003 7:03:34 AM
Paw'caw plays with the little taurs, she pick up a branch that the little ones thoses for Managram to fetch (but She get there first). Then she drops the stick at the babies hooves, Flies to a lower branch waiting to do it all over again.
Managram Thursday October 30th, 2003 7:13:07 AM
Managram sit at the hooves of the little Taurs, when they throw the stick, he run after it, BUT that bird scoop it up first, *Bark* *Grrr!* *Bark* he barks at the bird.
OOC: I wonder what he's trying to tell the bird?
Kanchana d20+10=18 d20+13=15 Thursday October 30th, 2003 7:51:19 AM
Kanchana takes Brahmah's winking in stride figuring that it is just friendly and encouraging. However she blushes beet-red at what he says. She claps her hand to her mouth and shakes her head. Kanchana is certain that she really put her foot in it this time. In a very embarrassed tone of voice Kanchana exclaims, "Oh by Father Tomi! I truly, honestly did not mean what I said as a personal affort to you or your tactics Brahmah! I honestly wasn't thinking of anyone or anything in particular. I am glad that you held the bridge. I didn't mean to berate you or your actions..." She looks at the ground as she says, "Now I feel horrible. I am so sorry!" With that said she walks off a little ways to be by herself until her embarrassment; and her very obvious blush, subsides. In fact she decides to see if she can find any more useful plants in the area before departing. She figures that she has a little time to do this before departing because she can't build boats or haul heavy logs anyway.
The Raft Coming Together. (DM Jim) Thursday October 30th, 2003 3:24:19 PM
Tactics are discussed by the group as they continue to work on the raft.
It takes some twenty to twenty-five minutes to get a servicable raft to be used. After a few failed attempts to get it to float, it is finally ready. It is just big enough for three full grown taurs and the two young ones.
A search of the area by Kanchana turns up some more grass that will settle stomaches. It also turns up some wild onions, potatoes and mushrooms.
Leets finds that the morningstar is just that, a plain morningstar as Kanchana turns her magical sight on it.
Getting those onto the raft that is possible with the kids, you start off down the tributary.
Brahmah (29 of 70hps) Thursday October 30th, 2003 4:11:30 PM
"Kanchana, you've been in the trees TOO long. No need to apologize, I do get hurt way too often for my taste." Brahmah bursts out laughing at her red face he can make out through her fur. Then a painful memory returns, he reaches up and touchs what remains of his left ear.
The raft ready, Brahmah suggests that the two mothers and their children, plus Flat-top take the raft, while the rest run along on the shore and guide it.
Flat-top Thursday October 30th, 2003 7:48:26 PM
"Well, this is the best I can do." With the help of the male taurs, they push the raft into the water. "It Floats!" they cheer. "Now I'll test it to see if it will fall apart." Flat-top steps on the raft and it holds tight.
Flat-top will go with Kanchana and look for a long pole, to push the raft along.
Kenisha & Domisha Thursday October 30th, 2003 11:21:38 PM
Once Flat-top has the raft ready and tested, Kenisha will help Vrurt,her child and Domisha onto to the raft.
Domisha thinks the raft is lots of fun and starts bouncing and giggling, much to her mother's dismay. Kenisha tries to quiet the little one, but only succeeds in quieting her down a bit.
Brahmah Friday October 31st, 2003 12:29:14 AM
"Flat-top, find a couple poles. One might break."
Taric Friday October 31st, 2003 1:25:37 AM
Taric follows along quietly, thinking about the art and the role it might play in lives around the world. For good and for bad. The conflicting feelings about destruction and beauty come around again and this time Taric keeps on pondering the thoughts of desctructive art and energy. He knows he killed before and realizes it is not about the killing. He pains his brains to find out now that he has stumbled upon the issue what exactly is bothering him about the art and desctruction.
Kanchana Friday October 31st, 2003 1:26:53 AM
Kanchana puts the grass, onions, potatos and mushrooms away in her bag for the moment. Dinner will have to wait. She helps Flat-top find two long, study poles outs of dead wood. Kanchana just has to laugh at Brahmah's comment about her staying in the trees for too long, "Yes Brahmah I have had a tendency to understand plants and trees better than people at times."
Leets Friday October 31st, 2003 3:25:37 AM
Since Flat-Top is testing the raft, Leets will answer to Brahmah's orders and search for a couple of poles. Doing son he will also gather some pieces of wood that would do good javelins.
"Managarm! What are you doing?!? Don't bother Pahcaw nor the little Taurs, will you! Come with me if you want to find pieces of wood..."
Brahmah Friday October 31st, 2003 3:46:09 AM
"Kanchana, can you use those skills right now and speak with Pah'caw for me? Ask her if she'll look for the two legged humans and see if their heading back this way in numbers. Ask her to stay out of sight and follow them if possible. If she's willing."
Managram(Ceil) Friday October 31st, 2003 4:30:37 AM
Managram stop barking, listens to what Leets has to tell him. *Wood?? OH! Yes sticks, Yes master want to play fetch! OH! Boy!*
Managran will go and follow his master, BUT before he leaves the dog will throw some dirt toward Paw'caw way as if to say *So much for you, I'm going to have my own game with my master#.
Paw'caw(Ceil) d20+15=33 Friday October 31st, 2003 4:43:57 AM
OOC: Spot ac33
Paw'caw look to the back side of the dog and really want to pinch it, BUt she hears her master say her name. She flies to him, resting on his shoulder, listening to what he's telling her. She takes off into the blue cloudless sky, flies as high as she can go, making lazy eight trying to spot some two legged Taurs in groups, all the time keeping track of her master where abouts.
Rafting. (DM Jim) Friday October 31st, 2003 3:37:32 PM
Having two poles that will service the raft well, you soon set it off down the waterway. Pah'caw makes an aerial survey of the surrounding area, looking for two legged taurs.
After about an hour of travel you all are starting to feel a little more tired, the fight having taken it's toll. Pah'caw finds nothing in the area during her search. Vrurt rocks her baby to sleep and even little Domisha falls asleep on the raft, having grown a little bored with it.
Brahmah (29 off 70) Friday October 31st, 2003 6:59:19 PM
"Let's make camp."
Flat-top Saturday November 1st, 2003 3:55:32 AM
Flat-top uses the last of his rope to tie the raft to a tree." Just as I though. Theres a slight curent pulling on the raft, I felt it last time I jump into the water. This mean this stream will lead into a larger body of water. Wheather it's the ocean or a lake, Who knows? I hope It's not White Waters??" Flat-top will keep a dagger on him.(in cast he needs to cut the rope on the raft.)
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+3=4 d20+15=22 Saturday November 1st, 2003 8:53:20 AM
Paw'caw will sleep (at sundown)in one of the trees. And will resume her duties at dawn.
OOC: Listens 4 - Spot 22.
Managram(ceil) d20+5=20 d20+5=20 Saturday November 1st, 2003 8:59:42 AM
OOC:I don't know If this Celestrial dog Sleeps? Listens 20 - Spot 20.
Managram will stay with his master(Leets), rest and doze keeping one eye open and on guard for the night.
Kanchana d20+10=30 d20+13=25 Saturday November 1st, 2003 12:48:03 PM
Kanchana feels mentally and physically worn out. She is overjoyed at hearing the magic words "let's make camp". Kanchana checks the area for any more medicinal or edible plants. With that done she drinks some water from the river, washes and refills her waterskins and cleans the veggies she found earlier. Kanchana skewers the veggies onto a stick and builds a proper firepit with dry sticks and tinder. She will roast the veggies to supplement the field-rations that will most likely be eaten tonight. She will evenly distribute the roasted veg between all of the Taurs. Kanchana yawns hugely in a very leonine, very unfeminine manner and asks, "anyone have any wounds they want tended before I go to sleep? I cannot go on any further and I have no spells left!" Kanchana adds, "also I think all of the spellcasters should be exempt from watch for tonight; if it is possible. We need to regain all of our spells." If given the chance then Kanchana will forego making anything useful out of the medicinal plants, or looking at the magical properties of the loot tonight and just sleep like a rock!
Vasch (8 of 32) Saturday November 1st, 2003 2:28:29 PM
Also exhausted, Vasch moves around the campsite looking for a good place to crash. Kanchana's comment catches his attention but after thinking about it "I'm too tired..." he says to himself.
"Have no problem with that." he says with regard to Kanchana's talk of letting the spellcasters sleep through the night. "If no one minds I'm going to crash and take a watch later in the night."
Kenisha and Domisha Saturday November 1st, 2003 10:25:10 PM
Domisha, having already fallen asleep on the raft, is carefully moved to solid ground by her mother; who takes great pains to not wake her daughter.
"I'll try feeding Domisha right before I go to bed, but she'll probably wake me up in the middle of the night anyways. That being the case, don't rely on me being able to cast much tomorrow." Kenisha tells everone at dinner. "I still have a little magic left in me, but I used up most of it back there."
Taric Sunday November 2nd, 2003 1:33:09 AM
Taric nods at Kanchana's suggestio. He feels worn out as well. "I too used about everything I had. I'll need to rest a lot, although I'd like to partake in the duties as well. But for now I think it would be best if we all get back to full magical strength>"
Taric finds a suitable place to rest, puts his head down and sleeps almost before even hitting the ground.
Leets Monday November 3rd, 2003 3:06:20 PM
While the camp is made, Leets offers what remains of water from his barrel. Near the river, he gathers some pieces of reed. Trying to make some kind of pipe, he mange to produce a couple of right notes, but no more... The Centaur sadly thinks of his dead friend Zeoll, who fell during a harsh battle - like the one the Chosen just experienced. He smiles as everybody rest in the camp, alive and safe...
A peaceful night of sleep. (DM Jim) Monday November 3rd, 2003 3:58:04 PM
Everyone prepares for bed as they pull the raft to shore. Plans are made to stand watch, though the spellcasters maybe exempt. Kanchana goes on another search of the area for herbs and hits the jackpot as she finds the following....mushrooms, carrots, potatoes, onions, water leets and to her surprise apples.
Everyone sleeps soundly that night and even Kenisha is not disturbed by her daughter in the night. After a check on her daughter she finds her just fine, Vrurt sleeping next to her and her own child morningstar clutched in her hand.
Everyone wakes feeling loads better than yesterday, though you are still a little sore. You make your morning preparations and then will soon be back on the road.
[Will need spells lists again, please.]
Vasch d20+9=24 Monday November 3rd, 2003 9:51:59 PM "Man could I use a few more of those." Vasch thinks to himself refering to the nights sleep. He finds he's still a little tired after yesterday's grueling day.
"Ohhhh..." He says as if he's had a realization fumbling around his gear. "I still had a fish left," not finding it anywhere in his equipment, "...that I lost during the fight yesterday..." His voice trails off in obvious disappointment.
He looks up to see if any one else is up as well and then decides to look around the area for anything edible. [Survival DC24]
Kenisha and Domisha Monday November 3rd, 2003 10:32:48 PM
Kenisha awoke with a start as she realized that it was morning. 'Domisha! Why didn't she wake me during the night? Is there something wrong? She must be famished!'
But no, her daughter was sleeping peacefully next to the other child. Kenisha helped with making breakfast and clean up their camp.
Sometime when she could ask without everyone else overhearing, Kenisha asks Vrurt if her child had woken her up in the middle of the night?
[ooc- Sorcerers don't prepare spell lists. What they know is what they can cast! Neener Neener! ;) ]
Brahmah (43 of 70) d20+1=5 d20+1=8 Tuesday November 4th, 2003 12:22:38 AM
(OOC: Don't forget, everyone healed up during the night, naturally. One point per level.)
The ranger's head never hit his bed roll. He fell asleep around the dinner fire.
He wakes up, first looking at the Children, then picking the pebbles out of his cheek and brushing dirt out of the fur.
He prepares his Entangle spell and watchs Pah'caw as she eats a recent catch.(this isn't a Pah'caw post)
"We should get a move on as soon as possible."
He taps Vasch with his wand. (Heals 5) Then he taps himself. (Heals 8)
Kanchana Tuesday November 4th, 2003 1:53:49 AM
Kanchana sleeps hard all night and gets up relatively early and first memorizes her spells from her spellbook. Then she stokes the fire and put some of the roasted veg from yesterday near the fire to reheat alittle. Kanchana adds last nights veg to the fry. She cleans some of the other veg, cuts it up and fries it on a flat thin rock she found near the river (yes she washed the rock first before cooking on it). After cooking the fry she portions it out to the Chosen and children; along with one apple for everyone. Kanchana eats some cold field-rations and her portion of the fry.
Taric Tuesday November 4th, 2003 2:31:12 AM
Taric wakes up after a night of sleep better than in the past few days. Feeling a lot better he starts studying his spellbook. When he is offered breakfast, he thanks for it and only takes an apple for the good taste of it. When he is finished studying he packs up his gear and stands ready to go, almost impatient to leave this island.
OOC: same memorized spells. The list is noted in my charsheet. If needed I can send you.
Paw'caw (Ceil) Tuesday November 4th, 2003 8:02:03 AM
The bird is up in the tree top, eating a fish for breakfast. She'll will stay there untill her master tell her to something or the party moves on.
Flat-top Tuesday November 4th, 2003 8:23:52 AM
Waking from his sleep,Flat-top goes to the treasure pile and get the bone that Managram dough so hard for. Give the dog his reward "Here Managran, You earn this." Now Flat-top will look after the raft and the power of the stream. then after all this is done, He'll have breakfast with all the other.
Taking Kanchana saide, "Your not only Beautiful But a wonderful cook! Thank you,"
Managran(Ceil) Tuesday November 4th, 2003 8:26:02 AM
Managran sits beside Leets and naws away at the bone.
Leets Tuesday November 4th, 2003 9:39:35 AM
"Thank you Kanchana for the food. I think the soldiers of Miroband could have killed us by starvation if you weren't there...More seriously, you were of great help during the battle, I know you will do much for the Holy Quest Domi gave us..."
Leets then plays for some time with Managarm, trying to take the bone from the dog or throwing pieces of wood in the water. However, as soon as the party can go, he will follow...
(OOC Spell list: Bless Weapon. Jim, you also wrote that Leets had a 2nd level spell and a 3rd level spell - could this be true?)
Moving on to the port. (DM Jim) Tuesday November 4th, 2003 3:46:59 PM
Everything is prepared the next morning, with an uneventful night. Vasch is up early to have a look around and see if he can find anything of use. Unfortunately he only finds the areas where Kanchana had foraged earlier.
Vrurt looks to Kenisha and just smiles. "No the little one did not fuss last night or wake me." She is now feeding her baby though and with a thought she smiles again. "Maybe it had something to do with the dryad and her magic yesterday." She is soon done as well and ready to go.
Those that were on the raft yesterday are back on it again today. It is a nice cool morning and the bugs seem to have found someplace else to go or bother than you. Pah'caw makes her ariel survey of the area as he make your way, looking to see what she can see.
[Leets those are bonus spells so you only get them once you can cast a spell of that level, sorry for any confusion.]
[If everyone does not mind I would still like spell list from those that need to memorize please.]
[Pah'caw will spot a large humanoid shape moving about 100 yards from The Chosen. They will cross paths further up as the man is traveling diagonal to you.]
Kanchana d20+4=15 d20+5=16 d20+3=11 Tuesday November 4th, 2003 7:14:04 PM
Kanchana gathers together any remnants of food and carefully packs it away for a quick lunch; she mutters to herself "waste not... want not...". Kanchana spreads the ashes of the fire and throws dirt on the pit before placing the sod back in place over the erstwhile firepit. Kanchana smiles at the thank you comments she hears from the others. She blushes at Flat-top's comment! "Ahem... thank you all. I do what I can to be useful. As we all do!" Kanchana looks quickly to Flat-top and flashes him a warm smile. She looks at Leets and smiling widely says, "We all have our part to play. We are all valuable for what we can accomplish; both as individuals and as a group. The warriors and spellcasters protect, and you remind us of our faith and commitment Leets. You are a good guide," Kanchana is being very serious. "Me... *chuckles* I cook and patch us up!", but she can't resist joking about herself! She quickly collects her gear and gets ready to move out. As she walks along the river's edge she looks and listens for things that are not quite right.
(Listen 15, Spot 16, Search 11)
((OOC: I hope you got my e-mail with the spells and CS Jim.))
Kenisha and Domisha d20+4=23 Tuesday November 4th, 2003 9:32:39 PM
Domisha is not as energetic to day on the raft, but then it's old news to her. She and Vrurt's little one satisfy themselves with tossing pebbles and branches into the water that they collected that morning.
As this activity isn't making any more noise than Flat-top's pole, Kenisha is content to let them play; keeping an eye on them in case they get too close to the edge of the raft. She also keeps an eye out for trouble in the surrounding area.
(Spot check= 23)
Paw'caw(Ceil) d20+15=33 Tuesday November 4th, 2003 10:39:54 PM
After finishing her fist and her master to start marching again. She takes to the blue skies, making her lazy eight patern again high above the ground. Then she spots a two legged taur, coming their way. "Caw Caw" And goes into a circle pattern "Caw Caw".
Flat-top Tuesday November 4th, 2003 10:53:27 PM
Flat-top takes his breakfast from Kanchana, looking into her eyes he whispers to her, "I'm glad Domi sent you to us, your just wonderful." After the meal, he packs, helps the mothers and children onto the raft, off they go. Flat-top look to the skies and yells to Brahmah "Hey! Captain, What's up with your bird?"
Managram(Ceil) Tuesday November 4th, 2003 10:59:41 PM
Managram wakes and chews on his bone. follows his master where ever he goes But he knows that even thow Leets has his prize bone in his pach, when it come to the end og the day, he'll have his beloveded bone back.
Taric Wednesday November 5th, 2003 12:35:00 AM
Taric follows along, his thoughts lost in the conflicting discussion going on in his own mind. The weight of the mission Domi gave them might be vital for the result of the discussion, so realizes Taric. But for now Taric knows he'll have to reason more to figure it out...
Brahmah (43 of 70) Wednesday November 5th, 2003 12:39:33 AM
Brahmah looks up at Pah'caw. Noticing her mood and demeanor, whatever it is, can't be good.
"Chosen, I believe Pah'caw sees another... traveler, maybe another of Mirobands brood, perhaps a scout. Archers, be ready. Take them alive, I have manicles in my pack."
Vasch d20+9=28 d20+9=10 Wednesday November 5th, 2003 12:39:43 AM
The easy pace at which the Chosen move this day is a welcome change from the several before. the pleasent day has lifted Vasch spirit as does the thought of visiting this keep the other speak of.
"Many thanks, Tomi." Vasch thinks as he picks his trail along the bank. He finds himself lost in his thoughts and of the day and of the possibilty that the little ones hold for them all.
[Survival DC28, Spot DC10]
Leets Wednesday November 5th, 2003 3:18:52 AM
Leets throws a wood stick away while they wlak, and smiles as Managarm runs after it.
"Taric...You seem to be worried...I just want to let you know that you're not alone in this quest. The Chosen never let one of them behind, and by the holy will of Domi it shall never happen."
"And if it's about the calves, we'll have answers soon enough. I trust the higher clergy of Domi, and I'm sure they will find a reasonnable issue to all that. And as I said sooner, maybe it could lead us to more peaceful days...I mean, for the whole Taur people..."
Chance Encounter. (DM Jim) Wednesday November 5th, 2003 4:09:59 PM
You have been following the river now for some time and you notice that Pah'caw is getting closer to you with her circling. You have prepared yourselves for the worst and to capture this person.
You get to the point that you would meet at just a little ahead of whoever it is that travels. With a last look in that direction you make ready to make a fighting retreat, keeping those on the raft that need to be there.
It is then that you hear the crashing of someone moving in the underbrush of the swamp. Out of the brush appears a male minotaur, not young but not overly old for his race either. He carries several slashes from swords across his body, along with two spear punctures. He gasps as he looks to you and then collapses forward onto the ground, it is then that you see six arrows sticking out of his back.
[Got spell list Kanchana.]
Kanchana d20+11=21 Wednesday November 5th, 2003 4:49:15 PM
Kanchana stands transfixed watching the Minotaur crash from the underbrush towards the Chosen. She hadn't bothered to ready any weapons, instead thinking to rely on a spell or two first just in case who or what Pah'caw saw had ill intent. Kanchana cries out in dismay as she watches the unknown male fall over from the exertion and the grievous wounds. Throwing all caution to the wind Kanchana reacts instinctively and runs over to the fallen stranger and takes her healer's kit from her Haversack. She immediately begins to check his vital signs and to carefully take out the arrows so she can stabilize him and get him bandaged up. Kanchana doesn't think to wait for any orders from either Brahmah or Kenisha, and she has completely not thought about the fact that this might be a trap. She sees only an injured person that has to be taken care of. Kanchana will accept the repercussions of her actions later.
(Heal check 21 to stabilize the Minotaur and take out the arrows)
Brahmah (43 of 70) Wednesday November 5th, 2003 6:54:16 PM
Begining to gesture for Kanchana, before he can, she goes off into the growth and helps the badly wounded Taur.
He calls for Pah'caw. "Bird, there was only him?"
He rushes to her and his side. "Three guesses why he might hold such damage. One, he's one fro the village who tried to help our escape. Two, he's someone who bothered getting inot Miroband's way. And three, my favorite, and a fact proven by Kanchana, that this area holds sway in Domi's eye and gives us yet another Chosen... I like this option." He grins, patting the taur on the shoulder. (Assuming he's unconcious.) "Let's treat him like Chosen until we know better." He gestures to Vasch and other archers in the party to lower their weapons. "In his condition, he's not hurting anyone. Though, it did just cross my ind to shackle him... in case." Shaking that idea, he does what he can for Kanchana and her charge.
Paw'caw(Ceil) Wednesday November 5th, 2003 9:10:35 PM
Paw'caw glides down in a circle motion and comes to rest on Brahmah's padded shoulder, Look at him as if saying *only one, any thing else?* she flies off and catches a fish and into a tree to eat.
Kenisha and Domisha d20+4=20 Wednesday November 5th, 2003 9:12:27 PM
With Domisha napping at the moment, Kenisha feels a bit apprehensive as they wait for whoever or whatever the bird is tracking from the skies to appear.
Seeing Kanchana immediately leap to the Taur's aide, Kenisha calls out, "Taric, Leets! Why don't you stand guard in case whoever did this to him shows up?"
She herself stays on the raft and keeps her eyes peeled for trouble.
(Spot check=20)
Managram(Ceil) Wednesday November 5th, 2003 9:20:53 PM
Leet's throws a stick BUT this time Managram does not run after it?? the dog stand still, his nose to the underbrush. when the minotaur fall into view, the dog does not bark but creeps slowly to and sniffs the body, But if you look closely you can see his tail give a little wag.
Flat-top Wednesday November 5th, 2003 9:38:48 PM
Is holding the raft still and starting to have a hard time holding the pole. After Brahmah talks to Kanchana, he call to the leader "Captain! Friend or Foe? The stream is getting stronger, I think the sea is close." Flat-top turn to the mothers telling them "I think we found another Chosen? Yes! Kenisha! I think Domi sent us some help?"
Brahmah d20+4=7 Thursday November 6th, 2003 3:03:19 AM
Answering Flat-top, "He's nothing right now, no threat. As far as I know, not even concious."
Brahmah checks for the 'Gift of Domi' most Chosen recieve. (Search 7) Trying to bother Kanchana, he looks for the 'tell-tale signs' of Chosen on the mystery taur, not finding anything.
Leets d20+6=14 Thursday November 6th, 2003 3:31:00 AM
"It seems to be ok Kenisha, I don't remember us shooting anubody with so many arrows...He wasn't with Miroband."
"And Managarm doesn't seem to dislike him...I good sign."
Leets begins to move in the direction of the newcomer.
"Managarm, stay near the baby, my dog!"
Leets will help Kanchana with the wounded one (heal check 14), also laying his hands on him for 10 HP.
"Hey! Lost one, come back back among us, Domi's showing you the way!"
Vasch (17 of 32) d20+9=18 d20+6=13 d20+11=30 d20+9=16 d20+5=21 Thursday November 6th, 2003 9:05:51 AM
Vasch steps away and starts to look for others that may be near.
[Survival DC18, Hide DC13, MS DC30, Spot DC16, Listen DC21]
Tender Care and a Problem. (DM Jim) Thursday November 6th, 2003 3:45:44 PM
With the attention and healing of Kanchana and Leets the taur starts to come around. Slowly opening his eyes they settle on Kanchana and starts to try and move. His eyes are wide with fear and he seems terrified. "No...get away from me...destroyer...." He tries to get away from you by crawling as best he can, till he sees the others in the group as well then he settles some. He glances towards the nearest minotaur and then relaxes against the ground. "You are The Chosen then...no danger..." His eyes fill with tears as he starts sobbing, though he says nothing else.
There is no sound of anyone else coming this direction and you can see nothing nearby. It would appear that this minotaur fled something. One thing that disappoints you a little is that he bears no marks of being a Chosen.
[Never fear...I will be introing Gilles's character soon, just looking for a last character sheet from him is all.]
Kanchana Thursday November 6th, 2003 7:05:40 PM
Kanchana breathes a sigh of relief and thanks Leets for lending a hand when the Minotaur stranger starts to come around. She was about to grin and give her greetings to the unknown male when she sees the unmistakable fear of her in his eyes. When he tells her to get away and calls her a destoyer Kanchana looks profoundly hurt and saddened. She stays right where she is as he starts to crawl away towards the others. Kanchana doesn't lift a paw as he begins to sob. She looks at Leets and says in a hurt tone of voice, "I think you should speak with him... or Brahmah should. I will stay away from that one. He has suffered enough." Kanchana clears away her healing kit and watches the newcomer. She prays to Mother Wold and Father Tomi for the strength to not whine about healing being a thankless job!
Brahmah Thursday November 6th, 2003 8:30:39 PM
"You are among the Chosen, but you are mistaken, she is no Destroyer, she's a healer. The best I've ever met actually. She's Kanchana, this is Leets and I'm Brahmah the Captain of the Chosen. Those ones over there are also Chosen, but you'll meet them shortly."
He glances to Kanchana and waves her back over.
"Who are you? Why do you seek us? And most importantly, how did you come to be in this condition?"
Kenisha and Domisha d20+4=20 Thursday November 6th, 2003 11:54:50 PM
Kenisha maintains her readied stance and keeps watching the suroundings but does give Kanchana a reassuring smile and nod of approval for her so far unthanked healing.
Unless the minotaur was very loud, Domisha continues to sleep blissfully unawake of what's going on around her. Otherwise she'll wake and immediately look around for momma.
(Spot check= 20)
Taric Friday November 7th, 2003 2:00:34 AM
Taric responds to Flat-Top and says: "Well, I've got some kind of inner struggle. I always thought the magic I'm using is pure, like an art. But then again, if it is because of some silly moral reason from me that I won't use other powerful spells that might be available and some of us here might get hurt or die because of that, what good would pure art do to me?"
Taric then falls silent.
When captain Brahmah asks for attention, Taric focuses his mind, until he sees the condition the Taur is in. Nodding to Kenisha he makes sure they won't get surprised by anybody. Once in a while he takes a curious look at the unconscious Taur, wondering what his story might be.
Paw'caw(Ceil) Friday November 7th, 2003 4:31:29 AM
Paw'caw after eating her meal, She'll come down to lower branches to watch the stranger and her master.
Managram(Ceil) Friday November 7th, 2003 4:36:04 AM
Managran sniff at the stranger, but when he tried to crawl away. Managran *Blinks* himself next to Leets side.
Flat-top Friday November 7th, 2003 4:46:29 AM
Flat-top keep the raft steady at the shore banks, he want the children to have enought sleep to keep up their energy. They are starting to show sprit when the're awake. Flat-top smiles at the sleeping duo, "Mothers they are so beautiful, when there are asleep." Flat-top winks at Kenisha.
Leets Friday November 7th, 2003 12:28:59 PM
Leets puts a friendly hand on Kanchana's shoulder and whispers.
"Er...You know, the Minotaurs have been at war with the Centaurs for centuries, I wonder if he would talk to me more than to you...He will perhaps prefer Brahmah for the moment..."
When Brahmah introduces Leets, the Centaur paladin nods at the newcomer, and shows a golden "german" sheperd next to him.
"And this is Managarm, also a Chosen of Domi, a loyal friends who helped us often..."
An Apology. (DM Jim) Friday November 7th, 2003 3:31:07 PM
With a look of real regret the minotaur looks to Kanchana and lowers his head. "I am sorry dear lady...my mistake...please forgive me for my outburst." He keeps his head lowered as he waits for somekind of reprimand. With a last sigh he looks up at The Chosen, tears beginning to fill his eyes again.
"The village was attack some ten hours after you left. It was a group of wemics seeking Bloran's sister for getting thier tribemate killed." He sivers as fresh memories are stired back up as he tells what he can remember. "I remember they took Bloran into the middle of the village and demanded he turn over the one who seduced thier mate. When he refused....they..they.....killed him right there. A group of us tried to save him, but we were beaten back. I was knocked out and when I came to they were gone." He looks to the sky and then back to Brahmah before he continues. "They are even now searching for Vrurt and I have been tracking them....for revenge I guess or to die."
Kanchana d20+4=6 d20+5=22 Friday November 7th, 2003 4:57:22 PM
Kanchana reaches up and pats (in a friendly, casual manner) Leets' hand on her shoulder as she whispers, "oh yes, I had not thought of that friend. I thought only of your skill with words and people."
Kanchana starts to move towards Brahmah when the young Minotaur speaks to her. She makes a gesture and noise of dismissal towards him and says, "no worries stranger, I am not angry. Your words are forgiven and forgotten. You need not look down or be ashamed..." As she walks past the newcomer she listens carefully to what he is saying. Kanchana is alarmed by his words. She looks straight at Brahmah and then at the raft, and back to Brahmah. "Is there room for him to rest on the raft? We need to move; and quickly! Wemic war parties are fierce, determined and excellent trackers. They will be difficult to evade..."
Kanchana turns and crosses her arms loosely across her chest; she looks straight at the newcomer. "How long since you crossed paths with the war party Sir? Or have you only followed tracks?" Kanchana looks worried and a little lost in thought.
"Brahmah you need to ask Pah'caw to look for Wemics..." Kanchana strains to listen for out of place sounds and look for unexpected movements; knowing that Wemics are masters of stalking prey...
(Listen 6, Spot 22)
Brahmah, (43 of 70) Friday November 7th, 2003 8:12:48 PM
The Captain listens as the story is told. He decides that the Taur is far to hurt for this to be a ruse of trap. Besides, why would a minotaur help wemics on his own island? He could be charmed? Nah.
"Pah'caw, my friend, would you please keep an eye out for many large feline taurs, much like Kanchana here? They wish to hurt us. Stay out of view, don't get shot!" Ceil, would you roll Spot and Listen checks for Pah'caw?:)
"We need to move! Friend, what is your name? Can you move under your own power or do you need the raft?" He asks, rushing everyone to move out.
Taric Saturday November 8th, 2003 1:40:53 AM
Taric is schocked when he hears about the events going on in the village after they left it. This was even worse than they could have imagined. Better make haste right now.
Taric will help to put the wounded Taur on the raft and then follow along as fast as he can, but mentally he prepares himself for an upcoming battle, ready to disappear from view at a moment's notice.
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+15=30 d20+3=18 Saturday November 8th, 2003 10:00:24 AM
OOC: Paw'caw Listen 18 and Spot 30.
Paw'caw finishs her fish then watches, her master signal her to go and listen and spot any thing as big as Feline creatures. She flies up as high as she can and in he pattern of a large figure eight, watches the scene below.
Flat-top Saturday November 8th, 2003 10:08:34 AM
"Wait a minute! If your going to put him on the raft, I have to get off. I didn't plan on an extra body when we build this raft. I'll jump off the back end of the raft. I will push and stear the raft from behind." Flat-top will put his weapons at the end of the raft, Just before he jumps off the raft, He tells Brahmah "Make sure you trust him before he gets near the Unitaurs Babies!" then jumps off the raft.
Vasch d20+9=23 d20+9=17 d20+6=15 d20+11=20 Sunday November 9th, 2003 1:12:50 PM
Not knowing the conversation occuring in camp, Vasch continues to scout the area looking for any other minotaurs from the village.
Leets Sunday November 9th, 2003 1:57:53 PM
"I'm terribly sorry for what happened at the village, but the least we can say is that Bloran got the punishment he deserved. His hybris only led him to destruction...If he had listened to us, we would have stayed at the village as well as Miroband's soldiers...Together we could have found a peaceful issue to all that..."
"I'll pray for Bloran's soul, he did some good things I heard of before this madness began, he deserved a better fate..."
Leets walks apart and prays for a couple of hours for the rest of Bloran's soul, so that Domi welcomes him in his celestial kingdom and pardon him...He is sincerely sad, but also really consider Bloran received a deserved punishment...
Kenisha d20+3=17 Monday November 10th, 2003 12:08:26 AM
Kenisha listens to what the Minotaur has to say, listening for falsehoods to be safe.
(Sense Motive=17)
Brahmah Monday November 10th, 2003 1:10:18 AM
"Exiled, marked for death and ostrasized... that's a Chosens lot in life." He shakes his head. "Poor Bloran, speed you to Domi."
Managram(Ceil) Monday November 10th, 2003 5:45:32 AM
Managram sits beside his master and watches the stranger. When Leets moves off to pray, so does the dog, moving along with his Master. When Leets is praying, the dog sits right beside him, But watches the stranger's every move.
Running and the Stranger. (DM Jim) Monday November 10th, 2003 4:17:03 PM
The taur looks to the group and then tries to stand, but finds his legs too wobbly. With a little assistance he is helped to the raft. Noone could find any falsehoods in what he has to say. He glances to Kanchana and smiles. "I followed only tracks..sometimes losing them for an hour at a time...then they sprung on me but did not kill me......I don't think they really cared to." He takes a place on the raft and it is immediately apparent that this taur is not threat as both children are soon seated near him. He tells them taur stories as they travel on down the river.
Pah'caw continues to scan the are for any signs of trouble as she was told by her master. Her patrol is uneventful for some time before she flies back to report of a single taur some twenty feet ahead *exact details only with a speak with animals spell*
Sneaking on ahead on foot as the raft slowly follows along you come upon a slightly funny scene. You see a young taur sitting in the grass near the water, lost in meditation. He makes no move to rise as you all draw near, but he might have heard you as his ears twitch a couple of times.
[Gilles...here is your introduction for your character. Add in details of what you character looks like and do whatever it is that you want on your first encounter with The Chosen. Yes you will know them from dreams that Domi has been sending you. The Chosen have had dreams of you to, but more clouded and it is only a feeling that they know you.]
[I will be needing spot checks from everyone that wants to make one with your next post, thanks.]
Brahmah (43 of 70) d20+5=11 Monday November 10th, 2003 4:41:21 PM
(spot 11)
"Pah'caw is agitated about something."
Watching the new taur most of the time, Brahmah barely notices the newcomer and babies.
Asking the wounded newcomer, Brahmah quirks an eye suspiciously, "Flat-top, stop the raft!" Turning to the wounded taur, "Sir, we go NO further unless you answer my question, WHAT IS YOUR NAME?"
Kanchana d20+5=23 d20+5=13 Monday November 10th, 2003 5:16:00 PM
Kanchana continues her lope along the riverbank. She flinches and blinks as Brahmah bellows his question at the injured Taur. Pretty sure that she sees another Taur up ahead Kanchana hisses at Brahmah,"Shh, look up ahead! Any more speaking in such loud tones and you'll wake the departed..." Kanchana stops dead in her tracks and studies the odd scene briefly, "That one seems naggingly familiar somehow!" she murmurs, "where have I seen him before?" She draws a blank on trying to place the memory she thinks she might have...
Brimming with curiousity Kanchana tries to sneak in close to the meditating Taur. She steps on a twig while stalking in closer, on the breeze you here a sharp, low and startled expletive. She watches him carefully, looking very curious as she stops just out of pouncing distance from the Taur. She whispers (her voice rife with curiousity and not as soft as intended) as she approaches "Who are you??..."
Kanchana watches him warily, prepared to move quickly away if he does anything rash.
(Spot 23, Move Silently 13)
Gecktar d20+3=15 Monday November 10th, 2003 6:27:34 PM
His eyes still closed, a gentle smile appears on his face. "Once more, Domi was right" he mutters. He then open his eyes and stand up in a move where no agressiveness can be seen. Standing near 8 feet tall he is a typical looking Minotaur with tanned skin and dark brown eyes. He has a powerfull build that shows is martial training. His horns are of pure white ivory. He is fully clad in metal, wearing a chain mail armor and a large metal shield. On his armor he wears a black tunic with a silvery hammer and anvil on the chest. They too appears on his shield engraved in the metal. At his side on the right hangs a mighty Warhammer and on the left a large dagger with the hammer and the anvil on the pommel. On the ground, near him, are a quiver of arrows and a long bow. "I'm Gecktar, of the Cadeqa family. Please to meet you ... Chosen... I am looking for you since several weeks. You are difficult to reach as you are always moving (smile)... I am a priest of Imod and he told me to meet you and help you as much as I can. So here I am"
(Spot 15)
Gecktar d20+3=15 Monday November 10th, 2003 6:27:35 PM
His eyes still closed, a gentle smile appears on his face. "Once more, Domi was right" he mutters. He then open his eyes and stand up in a move where no agressiveness can be seen. Standing near 8 feet tall he is a typical looking Minotaur with tanned skin and dark brown eyes. He has a powerfull build that shows is martial training. His horns are of pure white ivory. He is fully clad in metal, wearing a chain mail armor and a large metal shield. On his armor he wears a black tunic with a silvery hammer and anvil on the chest. They too appears on his shield engraved in the metal. At his side on the right hangs a mighty Warhammer and on the left a large dagger with the hammer and the anvil on the pommel. On the ground, near him, are a quiver of arrows and a long bow. "I'm Gecktar, of the Cadeqa family. Please to meet you ... Chosen... I am looking for you since several weeks. You are difficult to reach as you are always moving (smile)... I am a priest of Imod and he told me to meet you and help you as much as I can. So here I am"
(Spot 15)
Paw'caw(Ceil) Monday November 10th, 2003 7:01:35 PM
Paw'caw Flies in a figure eight for a while, then she caws starting a spring like down ward spiral decent, down, down she finaly perches on Brahmah shoulder. She bends and look into his eyes cawing once"caaaW!" then flies to a low branch, perching there.
Flat-top d20+4=24 Monday November 10th, 2003 7:13:46 PM
As soon as Brahmah tells him to stop the raft, he grab the long ropes on each side of the raft. He cannot get a good footing in the stream, so he swings the raft toward shore (rope in hand)jumps out of the stream and on to land, then pulls the raft to shore along the side of the bank, then ties the rope to a tree. "I knew it! I had a feeling about him" puffs Flat-top,Trying to catch his breath back.
OOC: the role of 24 is a strenth check.
Kenisha and Domisha Monday November 10th, 2003 10:05:24 PM
Startled by Brahmah's bellow, Domisha starts crying.
Kenisha immediately moves to comfort her child and gives Brahmah a chastizing look. "It's okay, baby dear. Uncle Brahmah is just a little loud sometimes. There's nothing to fear from him."
Kenisha d20+4=7 Monday November 10th, 2003 10:06:58 PM
(ooc- Oops forgot my spot check. Spot= 7. Obviously Kenisha's just a little preoccupied with Domisha right now. LOL)
Taric d20=18 Tuesday November 11th, 2003 1:26:35 AM
Taric follows along, not too concerned with everything that is going on. Contrary to his busy mind he is still able to see with a sparkling clearance.
Seeing another Taur and hearing him talk about Domi and the dreams, Taric shakes his head to make sure he heard it right.
Vasch Tuesday November 11th, 2003 8:28:23 AM
Vasch returns from rounds and is taken back by another minotaur in camp. "Apparently I need a new line of work, cause I suck as a scout!" He thinks to himself.
Leets Tuesday November 11th, 2003 8:58:31 AM
"Looks like our prayers were heard, captain Brahmah!"
Leets welcomes Gekhtar with the holy signs known by Domi's Clerics.
The young centaur wears no armor, only a blue tunic. He's a little bit more than 8ft, with mid-long blond hair and a bad shave. His green eyes sparkle with curiosity as he comes to meet the newly arrived Minotaur. He also has a morningstar at his side, and a large steel shield with a shield put on a anvil skillfully painted on it. A hammer and a sword are crossed on the shield.
"I'm Leets Talric of the Talric tribe, son of the Stallion Cyrus and the Paladin Rowena. I'm myself a sacred fighter of the Holy Father of the Taurs. Be welcome among us Gekhtar of the Cadeqa family, your help will be welcome."
Managram(ceil) Tuesday November 11th, 2003 10:25:46 AM
Managran Follows Leets every he goes, when leets welcome the stranger, managram will go up to Gecktar and sniff his feet,hands and other parts. "WoooF!"
Gecktar Tuesday November 11th, 2003 2:27:59 PM
"They where nine at the begining, three of each Taur race. Now, only seven of them still remain..." Gecktar bows deferently before Leets answering his holy signs of Imod. "Imod, or Domi as you call him show me the way to meet you"
A little bit of an introduction. (DM Jim) Tuesday November 11th, 2003 5:17:17 PM
The older minotuar startles as Brahmah suddenly yells in his direction. He stops in mid sentence of the story he was telling and turns his eyes in his direction. "Sorry...my name if Fertin." He looks to Kenisha as she comforts her child and smiles, hoping that she will forgive him his lack of manners. "I am sorry if I have given insult and will be on my way then." He starts to get off the raft after they have stopped to investigate the new taur.
The new taur introduces himself as having been looking for The Chosen for some time now and for some reason you are quick to believe him (int DC 14 to remember a little more of the dream, nothing specific). Managarm circles around the new taur and after some sniffing has his nose stuck in the taurs hand, wanting a scratch.
After a little more introductions and getting to know one another you move on out, with or without the older taur. Things seem to be picking up for The Chosen and you all hope it will stay that way till you reach the port.
Kenisha and Domisha Tuesday November 11th, 2003 6:05:29 PM
Kenisha calls out to Fertin as he moves to leave the raft, "Wait, please don't go. It was Brahmah who startled Domisha, not you. Besides" she adds with a smile, "you have to finish the story. You wouldn't want to disappoint the little ones, would you?"
As the group is introduced to Gecktar, Kenisha will wave from her position on the raft, "How do you do? I'm Kenisha and this wee one in my arms is my daughter, Domisha."
Domisha points to Gecktar's holy symbols and smiles up at her mother.
Kenisha is a slender (for a centaur) female with a dark brown coat and hair, except for at the very top of her head which is stark white, and radiates out in five locks of hair; like a odd star or comet... or a hand. She has woven shells, feathers and beads into the ends of a few braids of her long and wavy hair. She has expressive large blue eyes and usually has a smile on her face. For those parts of her not covered in horse fur, her skin is lightly tanned. She wears only a blue tunic with a harness for carrying things. With exception of a dagger and a sling, she is not known for carrying weapons.
The first thing one notices when looking at Domisha is her large cat-like green eyes and her lionesque facial features. Her upper (humanoid) and lower (equine) torsos are a little shorter and broader than one would expect, but they do end in four hooves like a normal centaur. A lion's tail ends this strange ensemble.
When you look at the top of her head you discover one more strange thing. Surrounded by her brown hair, are two triangles (formed by black hair) joined together by their bases, one points down to her face, the other points back. The brown hair in the middle of these triangles is lighter than that which is outside of them.
Brahmah Tuesday November 11th, 2003 6:40:57 PM
"I'm truly sorry Fertin, please stay on board awhile longer. You understand, we have great reason to be suspicious of others currently, two small reasons actually (gesturing to the children). You may stay with us as far as you wish."
"Let's move Chosen. No lagging behind. Miroband is still searching for us, to be sure!"
He pauses, smiling. "Uncle Brahmah??" He looks at Kenisha, curiously. ---------------------------- Brahmah wears a heavily worn tunic, breeches, gauntlets and a very weather worn leather cloak. He has a feather once worn by a friend (now deceased), braided into his long black fur. Over his tunic, Brahmah wears a chain shirt emblazoned with Domi's holy symbol of strength, the hammer. A falchion hangs from one hip and a kukri hangs from the other. All of his equipment is well kept and clean, but overly used. He is physically dominating and intimidating, not to mention rather ugly. He's brimming with muscles, covered with scars and has engraved horns. The engravings are those of sea life, nature and female minotaurs. The warrior is missing his tail and most of his left ear. He stands about eye to eye with Gecktar(maybe a little taller) and is roughly 20 years older. ------------------------------------------- "Gecktar, it's not as bad as it may seem. We were nine for sometime, then eight, then nine, but two recently left to follow another path Domi set before them."
He gestures to his golden eagle (Pah'caw) to perch on his shoulder.
"Vasch , keep an eye or two open. Your doing ok."
He rummages through the loot, removing a mace or the like and hands it to Fertin. "Here, you might need this." He smiles.
"Come Gecktar, tell us of your search for us. And anything you may have seen nearby."
"Let's move out Flat-top."
Kanchana d20+3=19 Tuesday November 11th, 2003 7:22:15 PM
Kanchana looks critically at first at Gecktar, then nods suddenly remembering snippets of one of the weird dreams she has when Father Tomi wants her to 'know' something. "Well Servant of the Great Father Tomi... Gecktar, you said you were called? I am Kanchana, I serve both Mother Wold and Father Tomi. I am a Warden of the Natural Order - a Druid... *Uh* I am also a mage, and I suppose appointed Healer to the Chosen Ones. I am more of an Herbalist really..."
************************************************ Kanchana is mostly average for one of her people. She is 7'3" and of average weight, but what she lacks for physically she makes up for in grooming. She keeps herself well groomed and her pale golden-brown fur glistens like burnished gold. Her skin is tanned and her long hair is pale gold-brown with russet highlights. Kanchana keeps her hair braided into several plaits of varying thicknesses. Also braided into her hair are a variety of feathers, bits of carved bone, shells, beads(of stone, glass and precious metals),small crystals and leather thongs. Her thick, lustrous hair reaches to her lower back when braided. By way of clothing she wears a buckskin bodice decorated with small stylized bone-carvings of nature spirits and one symbol of Domi(a small carved wooden shield inlayed with the hammer and anvil of Domi and carved stylized vines entwining the edges), and there are also geometric designs in beadwork in dark natural colors on the hems of her bodice. Kanchana wears a ubiquitous belt with many pouches hanging from it, including; first and foremost, her totem bag and spell component pouch. ************************************************
Kanchana starts to turn away from Gecktar and to return to her place along side the riverbank. She looks over her shoulder at him and says quietly, "I welcome the skills of another Healer; if you are inclined to be one..." She half-smiles at Gecktar.
"Brahmah? Has your companion seen any Wemics yet?" Kanchana asks as she saunters over to the riverbank and prepares to move out.
(Int check 19)
Flat-top Tuesday November 11th, 2003 7:35:45 PM
Flat-top stand near the raft with his arms cross on his chest. He is a large Centaur, stand about eight and ahalf(or more)feet tall. His body is a reverce Piebald, a black body with White spots, right now he is with out armor, his human body is darkskin, he has ice blue eyes and has white hair, main going down his back, white tail. Flat-top gives a little salute to Gecktar, "Flat-top Over here!"
Flat-top will untie the raft, Will push the raft away from the bank. and will jump into the water. He will pull and push untill he can feel the curent of the streem. he will stear the raft by pushing the raft, or pulling on the ropes.
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday November 11th, 2003 7:43:54 PM
Paw'caw watches the going on down there, she then spot her master signing for her to come to him. She will fly down and land on his padded shoulder (very gently), Looking to her master in the eyes, wondering *Is He Food?*
Brahmah Tuesday November 11th, 2003 8:35:02 PM
"I don't think she saw anyone else Kanchana." He laughs, looking at his feathered friend. "She looks hungry again. I'm surprised she can fly with all those fish in her gut!"
Taric Wednesday November 12th, 2003 1:01:22 AM
"I'm Taric. Welcome aboard." is all Taric says.
Taric is a rather small and slender looking MinoTaur. He wears a brown colored robe that covers almost his whole body. His hair and visible fur is rather unkempt and gives of a chaotic impression. A darkbrown cloak flutters behind him. His hands seem to be surprisingly delicate. It's easy to tell that this MinoTaur is not a warrior. His darkbrown eyes sprakle with curiosity and intelligence whenever he looks as something, like he wants to memorize it for later use.
Leets Wednesday November 12th, 2003 3:53:34 AM
"Come on Gekhtar, we'll see if we can do more for your wounds, and talk a little..."
Leets offers water with dried meat and vegetables to the newcomer.
"The last clergyman of Domi I met was Bloran, and it didn't end well at all...I really wonder how things are among our fellows servant of Domi, maybe you know more than me..."
Leets drinks a little, chewing a piece of bread.
"My plan is to bring the little ones to the Hearthold Keep - oh, anyway, it's a place you have to see, since you have joined us - Then we can call for a gathering of Domi's holy servants. I hope we can talk all together and find an way to deal with this situation...maybe for the best..."
Managram(ceil) Wednesday November 12th, 2003 4:41:29 AM
Managram watching both his master and the cleric, wondering as he sit there *If no one pets me. I'm going back to my Bone!*
Vasch d20+9=29 d20+9=24 d20+6=7 d20+11=31 Wednesday November 12th, 2003 11:59:18 AM
Vasch looks at the two Minotaurs. The hair on his neck stands. "Welcome." He looks and Brahmah, "I'm going to back on rounds." He says. He turns and glancing back occasionally he mutters to himself, "Too coincidental..."
As he leaves, he is an average looking wemic. His mane is the dark tan like many of his kind. Although Vasch's mane is starting to gain streaks of brown as he ages. His only garb is the studded leather he wears for protection and a muddy brown hoodless cloak. Currently his fur is caked in mud with spots of dark red mud.
[Survival DC29, Spot DC24, Hide DC7, MS DC31]
Gecktar Wednesday November 12th, 2003 12:44:24 PM
"I know it seems incongruous... I come here and ask to help you, but you never see me before, and of course have reason to not trust me. Well I understand this, as I'll certainly do the same." After greeting every member of the Chosen he gently approches Kenisha and Domisha "She is a gift of Domi as she is a breed between to taur's races... May Domi bless her." He then begins a prayer to Domi so that he take care of her.
The raft sails on. (DM Jim) Wednesday November 12th, 2003 3:44:37 PM
Fertin glances to all and then nods his head. "I am sorry...it cannot be easy for any of you right now." He once again glances around as if worried about something. "I was following tracks for awhile and then I lost them...I am not sure why I followed the tracks really...except that they killed my daughter and grandaughter." He slums down on the raft near the children again, tears starting to form at his eyes. Shaking his head he takes the offered morningstar and cradles it in his lap. After some time he goes back to the story that he was telling...something about the taur that goes to visit her grandma in the woods.
The raft moves on as Flat-top gets it going again. The rest pace the raft keeping an eye out for any signs of trouble. Vasch falls back a ways to scout out the area having a bad feeling about everything. You notice two hawks have joined in the aerial ballet that Pah'caw is forming in the air. Just as suddenly they are gone from the skies.
The land has started to open a little big more and become flat, except for a large rise ahead of you. There are several large scrub bushes growing scattered around the area.
[You will not reach the rise for another two posts.]
[Spot check DC 24 needed from all. You may modify the spot check by +2 if survival check DC 20 made.]
[Brahmah, Leets, Kenisha, Vasch, Kanchana, Taric and Flat-top gained 1600 exp for the last combat. Took a little while as I got some things straight with Jerry on exp.]
Flat-top d20=18 d20+4=22 Wednesday November 12th, 2003 7:13:12 PM
As the bank of the stream gets wider, the raft moves a little faster. They come to an open field, but Flat-top is busy controling the raft to notice anything but ropes, pushing and pulling for the movement of the raft, after all it must be kept on course.
Brahmah (43 of 70 hps) d20+4=12 d20+5=6 Wednesday November 12th, 2003 8:30:10 PM
(survival 12, spot 6)
Being COMPLETELY clueless of the impending ambush, Brahmah continues to get acquainted with Gecktar.
"So, what did you do before seeking us, Gecktar?"
He casually takes a drink from his waterskin and realizing its empty, he refills it from the stream. He tastes it to be sure if its a good, uncontaminated source.
Kenisha and Domisha d20+2=7 d20+4=21 Wednesday November 12th, 2003 9:48:22 PM
Kenisha nods at Gecktar's prayer but does point out, "There are two children of Domi here, both blessed with the blood of two of the tauric races in their veins. The other child is Vrurt's.
At Fertin's admission of the loss of his daughter and grandchild, Kenisha puts her hand on his shoulder in comfort.
Domisha continues to listen to Fertin's story as they float along.
(OOC- I can't remember, did Vrurt name her child yet? And Kenisha's wilderness check=7; no help there. Spot check=21; almost but no cigar.)
Kanchana d20+5=22 d20+13=19 Thursday November 13th, 2003 2:21:17 AM
Kanchana lopes along thinking about how things have turned out so far. She is keeping an eye out, but is distracted a little by her thoughts.
(Spot 22, Survival 19) ((OOC: Well I think I can safely say that Kanchana just missed that by a hair!))
Taric d20=10 Thursday November 13th, 2003 2:34:00 AM
Taric walks along, half lost in thought, half watching the two minotaurs who just joined their group.
Leets d20+3=6 Thursday November 13th, 2003 2:44:58 AM
As Fertin is feeling bad, Leets comes closer (or tries to do so).
"Hey, brother Minotaur, although we can do nothing more for your family, you're among us now, and we'll see what can be done...It will be useless to torture yourself, just try to rest for some time..."
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+15=32 d20+1=15 d20+4=21 Thursday November 13th, 2003 8:21:44 AM
Paw'caw as she was flying(spot 32), she was attack from two hacks, she fight back with her claws(ac 15 & ac 21), before they disapears. She will keep on her figure eight pattern.
Managram(ceil) Thursday November 13th, 2003 8:28:21 AM
Managram follows Leets every where, not onlt that he is his master, but Leets has the big bone in his backpack. So he'll bark at Fertin *Bark Bark*.
Vasch (17 of 32 hps) d20+9=10 d20+9=26 d20+5=21 d20+11=30 d20+6=16 Thursday November 13th, 2003 10:14:28 AM
Vasch moves about the area watching for trouble. He sees the ballet of birds overhead appear and then vanish, Don't like this. He draws his bow and notches and arrow as his hair stands. He drops back but keeps the other in sight.
[Survival DC10, Spot DC26, Listen DC21, MS DC30, Hide DC16]
Gecktar d20+3=11 Thursday November 13th, 2003 3:46:36 PM
"Yes, all children of mixed race are a gift of Domi, and my prayer was for both of them. It had to be mentionned, you're right." Does he says to Kenisha with a smile. After that, completly absorbed by his conversation with Brahmah (Spot 11). Few month ago I was helping some temples of Domi to gather some funds for new buildings as they suffer during the Year of Ascention..." His mood change immediatly at the mention of this events... "It was sad times... But now a new hope, uhm, ... two new hope are born... Otherwise I certainly would provide some help in healing and negociations maybe. My talent are to be mastered but it's a begining"
Something strange. (DM Jim) Thursday November 13th, 2003 3:48:29 PM
Fertin brightens somewhat as The Chosen speak to him on his loss. "I know that I cannot blame myself...but I just felt so useless." You notice that he gets great enjoyment out of telling stories to the young ones. Vrurt even remembers the taur from her life in the village. He use to make sweet apples for the kids.
As the raft floats on noone is the wiser of anything that is going on around them, beside the usual swamp noises and the like. The arrival a pair of hawks in the sky earlier had put Vasch on edge, heightening his danger sense. He mulls over a nagging suspicion that something is not right in this field and soon figures it out. Several of the bushes further up are just wrong, in shape and something else that he cannot put his claw on.
[Vrurt has not named her child yet as she has no real ideas. She is hoping that it will come to her in a dream from Domi...a blessed name.]
Brahmah Thursday November 13th, 2003 6:17:42 PM
"Pah'caw, heel." He says tapping his shoulder.(Assuming she's still up there and not dead.:()
He nods frequently at Fertin's life story.
"Vasch, what can you see? You've been quite intent on that shrubbery!"
"Flat-top, slow the raft please."
Brahmah then notices the more open space around them. (OOC: Is the flatter, more open area around them naturally cleared or by hand?)
Kanchana d20+4=22 d20+5=10 d20+13=20 Thursday November 13th, 2003 8:49:47 PM
Kanchana isn't thinking much about the landscape at the moment. She just wants to get off of this island quickly! Kanchana briefly watches Vasch doing his scouting off in the distance. She watches his movements and realizes slowly that Vasch seems maybe a little tense and on-guard judging from the way he is moving. Kanchana scans the area around them quickly to see if she can see what is causing Vasch to be so on edge...
(Wisdom check 22)(Spot 10, Survival 20)
((Wisdom check to see if Kanchana gets the picture that maybe something is not quite right by watching what Vasch is doing.))
Kenisha d20+4=18 Thursday November 13th, 2003 9:52:58 PM
"One who brings joy and smiles through song or story is far from useless." Kenisha tells Fertin.
When Brahmah tels Flat-top to slow the raft, she asks him, "What is it? I hope it's not more trouble." She starts to scan around.
(Spot check=18)
Taric Friday November 14th, 2003 1:32:16 AM
When Taric hears Brahmah gives Flat-Top the sign to slow down the raft, Taric takes a quick look around and notices several of the Chosen to be rather tense.
"Better safe than sorry." whispers Taric before he disappears from view.
Brahmah Friday November 14th, 2003 2:49:32 AM
"I'm not sure Kenisha, but Vasch is more tense than usual."
Paw'caw(Ceil) d20+15=32 Friday November 14th, 2003 6:59:06 AM
Paw'caw Spots(32) her master patting his shoulder, she starts hhe spiral pattern down and lands on his shoutder. She look to Brahmah with her big beautiful eyes *Yes! Master?*
OOC: DM Jim did Paw'caw spot anyThing or anybody else beside the two Hawks?
Flat-top Friday November 14th, 2003 7:18:11 AM
"Captain! Alright You want me to slow it or dock it??" Flat-top pulls on the ropes slowing the raft down. Then looking at Fertin asking him "Fertin! do you think you have the strenth enough to pick up one of the long poles and help slow the raft? While I guide the raft around the bend over there?"
Vasch d20+6=26 d20+5=18 d20+11=26 d20+9=19 d20+9=15 Friday November 14th, 2003 11:40:27 AM
Ignoring the calls of the others, Vasch decides to move in closer on the moving bushes. His bow draw, he moves closer and closer to the bush atempting to use the surroundings to an advantage.
Leets Friday November 14th, 2003 12:32:09 PM
As the Centaur feels Managarm against his leg and hear him bark, he bows and scratches the head of the Dog...
"What time of the day could it be? For how long did we...well sail Flat-Top??? It looks like Managarm is missing the ground..."
Gecktar Friday November 14th, 2003 1:45:00 PM
"Let me take the pole to slow the raft". He then take one and maneuver trying to slow the navigation. In case of he drop his bow at his feet to be able to draw it rapidly. As every one he feels an tension surrounding them.
Ambush!!! (DM Jim) d20+3=7 d20+4=20 Friday November 14th, 2003 3:49:57 PM
It all happens so quick that everyone is startled a little by it. The raft suddenly comes to a jerking halt (Reflex DC 18 to stay standing or fall off the raft, +2 bonus if seated at the time). You are not sure yet what has stopped the raft but it was really sudden. Fertin finds himself pitched over the side of the raft as he starts to stand. He lands with a big splash in the water and just barely fights the current that pulls at his legs.
Taric disappears from sight as he takes in the visual clues of trouble from the others. Getting a little more on edge everyone starts preparing for the worst. Kanchana gets the idea that something is not quite right from the way that Vasch moves.
Meanwhile Vasch has pulled up closer on one of the bushes and is surprised when it erupts from the ground. Having been hiding in a hole under the bush, a wemic bursts out with a pair of battleaxes in hand. He just grins as he looks to Vasch. You notice that five more of the bushes are soon tossed to the side as more wemics pop out. Three on the hill have bows draw and arrows already nocked, while the three lower on the flat area hold battleaxes in each hand.
[The ground is naturally flat, with no show of being touched by human hands. To the rest of you the bushes/hides where just more bushes and nothing more.]
[Vasch and the wemics will get a partial attack before the first regular attack from the surprise. So Vasch can add a partial post with his full round action.]
[Pah'caw would not have really noticed the difference in the bushes from her altitude. The two hawks flew over top of the group for awhile and then flew off, making no attacks on her.]
[Jay - We will start making some of the basic plans with Jerry then. I am not too sure of this myself and we will of course have to do some talking about it. A basic layout will not be too hard as I have some stuff for stronghold building. Location and the like will be up to Jerry as I am not sure about that. We will also need to see how well outfitted he wants to have Hearthold Keep. Let's start an email discussion about it and the others can join in as they want so that we can customize it to The Chosen partly too.]
Brahmah (43 of 70) Friday November 14th, 2003 7:25:44 PM
"Casters, archers! First salvo."
Brahmah then casts his prepared Entangle spell, centering between several of the wemics, hoping to get the wemic in front of Vasch, not catching Vasch in it.
Brahmah Friday November 14th, 2003 9:25:07 PM
(Just saw the map, center the spell on the two melee fighters, Wemic 4&5. DC 11 reflex for partial.)
OOC: you forgot Vrurt on the raft. :)
Vasch (17 of 32 hp) Init 10 d20+5=25 d20+5=25 d20+3=10 3d6(5+6+5)+9=25 d6=4 Friday November 14th, 2003 9:35:05 PM
OOC: I'm going to do my partial for Today and then the full round monday.
The wemic jumps from his hiding hole and faces off against Vasch. Vasch, bow drawn, says "You are a poor prey..." and releases his arrow. The arrow catches the wemic off guard and finds its mark deep in the wemics chest.
[AC25 threat, AC25 crit; Dmg 25 pts, add 4 more if he's flatfooted for sneak attack]
Taric (invisible) Saturday November 15th, 2003 1:59:46 AM
Having learned from the previous battle, Taric now starts with a spell to give the others some more needed speed. He decides to affect five of the other chosen.
OOC: casting haste on the following chosen: Brahmah, Vasch, Flat-Top, Leets and Gecktar. The haste will last for 5 rounds.
Brahmah Saturday November 15th, 2003 3:08:42 AM
Brahmah, as a part of the turn he cast the spell, he draws his weapons.
Gecktar d20+1=20 Saturday November 15th, 2003 1:40:42 PM
As the raft is suddenly stopped, Gecktar miraculously stand on his feet. Spotting the configuration of the battle he decides to cast a spell to bring some ally for the fight. He then draws his weapons and go to the opposite side of the raft to protect Kenisha and Domisha. "Kenisha, go behind me"
(OOC : cast summon monster II for a celestial eagle to fight the archers. Jim, spells memorized are indicated by * on my character sheet)
Jay B (Brahmah) Sunday November 16th, 2003 4:25:46 AM
OOC: Having technical difficulties, don't know if i'll be able to post much this week. i'll email my PC Sheet to DM and someone else.
Flat-top Sunday November 16th, 2003 11:13:06 AM
After Flat-top stop the raft very near the shore, he grabs his armor shield and weapons, "Fertin! grab the long pole and steady the raft for the sake of the Unitaurs and their mothers. Gecktar! please protect the babies." With this said, Flat-top will jump out of the water, get his armor on, hoist his shield, takes the cross bow and arms it with one bolt (will hold the other bolt in his teeth and fire in the next round.)
Paw'caw Sunday November 16th, 2003 11:16:58 AM
The bird is on Brahmah's shoulder. She is suprised at the attack. Her know that trouble is near, She will take to the skies and wait for further orders from her master.
Leets Sunday November 16th, 2003 3:13:04 PM
A veil of sadness covers Leets' eyes as he undestand he will have to fight once more...
*Holy Father of the Taurs...Those are Wemics this time...Will we have to fight Centaurs too before we see the sacred Hearthold Keep? Father Domi, Please let none of your Chosen fall during the battle...At least...*
"FOR DOMI Chosen! And the sake of the children!"
"Father Domi, protect your holy servants, end give strength to their hearts!"
Leets cast BLESS (everybody within 50ft, +1 attack, +1 vs fear) and wears his shield after drawing his morningstar.
"Managarm, follow me, and attack the first I strike, come on my dog!"
Kanchana d20+11=18 Sunday November 16th, 2003 4:42:38 PM
Kanchana casts 'Entangle' centered immediately in the center on the group of Wemics 1+2+3. She hopes that this will interfere with their archery...
(Entangle, drd 1, range 400ft + 40ft/lvl (400ft + 80ft), area plants in a 40ft radius spread, duration 1min/lvl (2 mins), reflex save (partial) against DC 15)
(Concentration check 18)
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22) d20+4=23 Monday November 17th, 2003 12:19:13 AM
Kenisha manages to keep on her hooves as the raft comes to a violent stop.
(ooc- I'm assuming DM Jim that the other three NPCs on the raft didn't fall off.)
"Brahmah, I'm putting up some protection first." Kenisha tells her leader.
She casts Mage Armor and tells Vrurt, "Keep the children down as much as possible" as she stands in front of the three of them, shielding them with her own body.
Managram(ceil) Monday November 17th, 2003 5:35:50 AM
Managran look and listens to leets, turns and watches for Leets first strike. Then and only them will he go to bite the mangy Cat.
Vasch fires off an arrow at the wemic as he pops up facing him. The arrow tears deeply into the wemics chest.
Wemic6 grunts under the attack and staggers under it. Still he is able to bring his battleaxe cutting in at Vasch (hit: 22, damage: 10).
Wemic4&5 move part ways down towards the group on the shore. They cover twenty feet of the distance between them.
Wemic1 pulls back on his bow and fires off an arrow at Brahmah (hit: 11, damage: 6).
Wemic2 pulls back and fires off an arrow at Leets (hit: 11, damage: 7).
Wemic3 moves forward slightly as he fires off an arrow at Leets as well (hit: 21, damage: 5).
*Full Round Action*
Brahmah puts an entangle spell in the middle of the two ranger wemics moving in thier direction. He then pulls his weapons for the fight to come.
Taric takes the time and casts haste on as many of The Chosen as possible to start the battle.
Gecktar calls upon the help of a celestial eagle as he moves to protect the children on the raft.
Flat-top attemps to pull the raft to shore, but it is firmly caught on something in the water. Seeing that the raft is not going to go anywhere he makes it to shore and starts girding himself for battle.
Pah'caw takes to the sky as the attack happens. She will await orders from her master as to how to help in the battle.
Leets casts a bless spell on the group and then gives orders to Managarm to follow his attack.
Kanchana casts her own entangle spell on the group of archer wemics. She is hopeing to buy time for the group.
Kenisha puts up a mage armor spell for the extra protection. She tells Vrurt to keep the children down and cover them as best she can.
Managarm follows his master's lead and moves with him to attack the big cats.
Wemic6 smiles a feral grin as he brings both of his battleaxes to play on Vasch. The blades come in from both sides, leaving little room to move but backwards (hit: 26/22*crit 22*, damage: 9/4*crit 10*).
Wemic4 finds himself bound up in the vines and grasses of the swamp.
Wemic5 is able to avoid the entangle area and inch along at a slower pace.
Wemic2 finds himself caught in the graping grasses of the swampland and Kanchana's entangle spell.
Wemic1 is able to avoid the spell and moves slowly out of the area if possible.
Wemic3 is also able to avoid the effects of the spell and makes his way out of it slowly.
*Notes for the Group*
Fertin fell off the raft and is in the water. Everyone else was able to stay on the raft and is safely there. The raft is caught on something in the water and unmovable at this time without much effort.
NEW UPDATED MAP TO COME SOON
Gecktar Monday November 17th, 2003 5:36:10 PM
When the Celestian Eagle appears, he asks him to fight the wemic archers. Taking his shield and warhammer in hands he moves to position himself in the raft so as to protect the children.
(OOC : Do you have stats for a celestian Eagle ?)
Flat-top d20+7=25 d20+7=27 d6=5 3d6(5+4+6)=15 Monday November 17th, 2003 8:01:50 PM
Flat-top is out of the water, he takes his place in frount of Kanchana but along side of the stream where the raft is stuck. He will try to protect the raft as much as posible, he'll go after the archer (1), who is comming down the hill at him. He fires the cross bow once, reloads another bolt,then fires a second time (hit ac25 & 27 critical doing damages of (6hp & 15hp) as the archer advances, Flat-top will charges at him with his Morning Star. "Kenisha! the raft is stuck on something below the water line, and rhe raft is prety close to the shore, protect the babies."
Vasch d20+5=20 d20+5=18 d4+3=4 d4+3=7 Monday November 17th, 2003 10:12:34 PM
Vasch takes the shot from the axe, which cuts deeply into his flank. Deep red blood runs from the large gash and Vasch visibly is unable to put weight on that side. He lunges at the wemic with his front paws in what appears a desperate attempt.
[AC20/18, Dmg 4/7]
The wemic follows up his attacks agains the wounded Vasch. His first strike comes down across Vasch's chest as the second opens up Vasch from shoulder to waist.
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22) 6d6(2+3+5+3+2+6)=21 Tuesday November 18th, 2003 12:10:06 AM
(ooc no map yet so....)
If she can fire a Lightning Bolt at Wemics 4&5 without leaving the children and Vrurt exposed, Kenisha will cast the spell. (21 damage; DC 17)
If not, she tried to help Fertin back up on to the raft
Kanchana d20+11=23 d20+5=17 Tuesday November 18th, 2003 1:08:06 AM
Kanchana casts Mage Armor on herself. Then she looks around the battlefield just in time to see blood gushing from Vasch, and the dark red blood all over the weapons of the foe he was fighting. Kanchana prays to Mother Wold that the wounds weren't mortal and will run to aid Vasch while drawing her scimitar as soon as she can. "Mother Wold let those wounds not be mortal... keep Vasch safe..." Kanchana is still looking up the slope and praying loud enough to be heard by anyone standing near enough to her.
(Concentration 23, Spot 17)
Taric (invisible) Tuesday November 18th, 2003 2:55:16 AM
Taric casts a floating disc next to Fertin and then says:
"Climb on it Fertin, it will keep you out of the water."
Taric will make sure the floating disc is steady and will move it closer to the raft whenever Fertin manages to get on it.
Leets (Bless, Haste) d20+8=24 d8+6=10 d20+8=28 d20+8=10 d8+2=10 Tuesday November 18th, 2003 3:00:24 AM
"FOR DOMI!"
The Centaur paladin grins as an arrow strikes his shoulder, but still move faster and faster, charging Wemic 3, and striking at full speed with his morningstar.
(OOC: first attack, charge, 24 to hit, 10 damage, second attack - haste- 28, critical not confirmed, 10 damage).
Managram(Ceil) d20+4=23 d6+3=9 Tuesday November 18th, 2003 6:04:52 AM
Managram follows Leets into battle, *Blinks* the dog sinks his fangs the Weimic "3" back leg Achille's Tendon, (Hoping to criple the cat).
OOC:attack ac23 Damage 9hp.
Brahmah(ceil) d20+7=25 d20+2=20 d4+2=5 d4+2+5 Tuesday November 18th, 2003 7:46:41 AM
Brahmar signals his bird to get Weimic"5" (who is slowly coming at them), BUT he himself will attack Weimic"6" hoping to save Vasch from another attack.
OOC: Attack Ac25 & ac20, Damages 5+%=10, I hope I'm doing him justice.
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+5=22 d4+1=4 Tuesday November 18th, 2003 9:04:59 AM
Paw'caw sees the signal to go for the Weinic"5" who is slowly advancing toward his master, She'll will dive and with her caws take out a clump of fur, then rise up into the sky to ready herself for another dive.
OOC: attack ac22, damage 4hp.
Wemic Battle Two. (DM Jim) d20+4=6 d20+4=20 d20+4=12 d20+4=5 d20+8=11 d20+5=8 d8+4=10 d8+2=7 d20+9=24 d8+2=5 d20+8=21 d8+2=10 Tuesday November 18th, 2003 4:39:08 PM
Gecktar takes a position with hammer and shield ready to guard those on the raft. He gives his eagle the order to attack one of the archers.
Flat-top now out of the water fires off his crossbow at the archer1 twice. Both of the bolts find a place in his body, having found spots in his armor.
Vasch swings his own weapon at the wemic, trying to wound him good. He finds that the wemic is able to weave out of the way of both his blows. Then he is hit back badly and finds himself slowly slipping to the ground.
Kenisha gets her lightning bolt out from beside Gecktar. It spears towards both wemic4 and wemic5, rolling over thier bodies and making them twitch.
Kanchana casts mage armor on herself right as she sees Vasch going down. She says a prayer to Mother Wold to keep him safe and not let the wounds be mortal as she runs towards him.
Taric conjures up a floating disc so that Fertin can get out of the water. He keeps it steady as the battle rages on.
Leets is able to make it through the entangled area, though at half speed. He makes it to the archer3 and nails him with his morningstar.
Managarm is able to blink across the entangle area and hit the wemic3 from behind. He digs his teeth into one of the wemic's hind legs, jerking his head.
Brahmah charges over to engage wemic6 as Vasch goes down. He slams his sword into the wemic while his kukri misses.
Pah'caw dives on wemic5 tearing into his back as she passes. It may not have been a bad wound but it was enough to slow the wemic.
Wemic6 steps over top of Vasch as both Kanchana and Brahmah comes his way. He takes the hit from Brahmah, it causing little damage, and returns a pair of attacks with his battleaxes(hit: 11/8, damage: 10/7).
Wemic4 finds himself still bound up in the vines and grasses of the swamp.
Wemic5 is having back off takes the time to pull out his bow and ready an arrow.
Wemic2 finds himself still caught in the graping grasses of the swampland from Kanchana's entangle spell.
Wemic1 pulls up his bow and sends another arrow at the raft. This one is aimed at Gecktar as he stands guards over the young ones (hit: 24, damage: 5).
Wemic3 drops his bow and pulls out a morningstar. He takes a swing at Leets as he attacks him (hit: 21, damage: 10).
SENDING OUT NEW BATTLE MAP TODAY.
Weather kept the other one from getting out, sorry about that.
Brahmah 43 of 70hps, HASTED (Jay B) AC 23(24+haste) d20+10=12 d20+10=17 d20+11=22 d20+5=15 d20+6=12 2d4(1+1)+7=9 2d4(1+3)+7=11 d6+4=6 2d4(1+2)+7=10 d6+4=6 Tuesday November 18th, 2003 8:10:55 PM
(Just checking in on you all from a friends machine. Computer is still dead. I have no books with me.)
(Brahmah's full round attacks are, +10f/+11k/+5f/+6k, (f)falchion, (k)kukri..... he is down on hit points, his strength is +7 on the falchion, +4 on the kukri. Hasted.)
Brahmah will avoid the entangles and attack who he can. Dodging wemic boy(+1 dodge, plus haste). Brahmah turns into a whirlwind if blades and fur, again. He misses and hits several times.
Next rounds of attacks ....
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22) 3d4(3+4+4)+3=14 Tuesday November 18th, 2003 11:07:46 PM
Seeing Vasch fall and the wemic (#6) responsible stepping on him, Kenisha sends a volley of Magic Missiles at him (for 14 HP of damage).
"Brahmah!" Kenisha cries out; greatly worried, "Get that wemic off of him so Kanchana can attend to poor Vasch!"
Jay B (Brahmah) Tuesday November 18th, 2003 11:32:15 PM
OOC: Okay all, good and bad news. Good first, I have a good idea what type of machine I'll be purchasing and how much it'll cost. Bad news, I don't know when I'll be purchasing it or when I will be back. Either I'll send out for it through Dell, which takes 2 to 6 weeks to deliver or going and buying tomorrow at the local computer place and spend about $500 more for convienience. :)
Taric (invisible) 2d4(3+2)+5=10 Wednesday November 19th, 2003 2:25:29 AM
Having Fertin now on his floating disc, he makes sure the disc stays where it is so Fertin can get on the raft again. Taric then casts a colorful pattern of swirling lights between two wemics, hoping to get them captivated.
OOC: casting hypnotic pattern between wemic 1 and 2. Will save DC 17 to negate. Maximum number of HD affected: 10
Leets (Bless, Haste) d20+7=26 d20+7=25 d8+2=10 d8+2=5 Wednesday November 19th, 2003 3:21:46 AM
Feeling his shoulder cracking under the shock of the morningstar, Leets tightens his grip on his shield to ingore the pain.
"You've chosen the wrong side! Give up now and we'll spare you! Give up!"
To give weight to his words, Leets hammers the wemic with his morningstar (26 and 25 to hit, 10 and 5 damage).
"Managarm, attack! Attack!"
Brahmah(Jay B) Wednesday November 19th, 2003 5:03:59 AM
OOC: Just to remind you Jim, I may not post frequently, so please remind whoever is playing Brahmah to include Bless and Haste in his attacks. :)
I'll try to be a good player, but seeing as how RL is closely tied to technology now, I may disappoint you all. :(*
Gecktar (Hasted, 35 of 40 hps, AC20+haste) d20+3=5 Wednesday November 19th, 2003 5:59:08 AM
Gecktar shrudders on the impact. He hold his position an adress a new prayer to Imod. "May your foes be striken by you powerful might". Then a force hammer appears nears the Wemic #1 trying to hit him but completly missing.
(OOC : Cast Spiritual Weapon, do the spiritual weapon gives AoO on target using bows ?)
Brahmah Wednesday November 19th, 2003 7:20:32 AM
OOC: Only melee combatants(not archers) would recieve an AoO against the spell caster.
Cast that spell man! ;)
Flat-top[Bless and Hast] d20+10=24 d20+10=30 Crit. d6=6 3d6(5+5+6)=16 Wednesday November 19th, 2003 9:33:26 AM
Flat-top moves up about 40 feet (Towards Weimic"1")just a little beyond the raft. He will shoot Weimic"1" again with two bolts, aiming for his neck. "Gecktar! I think that Vasch need some TLC??"
OOC: Attach ac24 & av 30 Critical hit - Damages 6hp & 16hp (crit. roll)
Vasch Wednesday November 19th, 2003 11:13:49 AM
Vasch lies on the ground, the pools of blood growing under him. As Kanchana moves to Vasch, it is apparent by his wounds of his state.
Kanchana (Bless) (Mage Armor AC 20) d20+11=23 Wednesday November 19th, 2003 12:45:34 PM
Kanchana runs over to Vasch with her scimitar in hand. She kneels down beside him and lays her scimitar in the grass next to herself. Kanchana counts on Brahmah to keep the enemy at bay. Eventhough Kanchana has a sickening feeling that Vasch has maybe passed on, she begins to check Vasch for vitals and to stabilize him if he isn't already beyond her immediate help. She thinks "oh he does not look good! Please Mother let me not fail..." Kanchana concentrates on the task at hand and is profoundly worried for Vasch.
(Heal 23, hopes to stabilize Vasch or eventually confirm that he is actually dead...)
Wemic Battle Three. (DM Jim) d20+7=17 d20+7=25 d6+4=5 d20+4=18 d20+4=24 d20+8=22 d20+8=20 d20+8=21 d20+5=24 d20+5=21 d8+4=9 d8+2=9 2d8(2+7)+4=13 d20+8=18 d8+4=8 d20+9=12 d20+9=28 d8+2=6 d8+2=7 d20+9=16 d8+2=7 Wednesday November 19th, 2003 4:11:59 PM
Brahmah flies into a flurry of blows from his weapons as he tries to lay wemic6 low. Unfortunately he only get his kukri to connect once.
Kenisha worried about Vasch and his condition fires off a series of magic missiles at wemic6. Being magic missiles they are all well placed on their target.
Taric casts a wave of swirling flashing lights in front of Wemic1 and wemic2, trying to distract and hypnotize them.
Leets slams his weapon into wemic3 with a pair of crushing blows. He asks for surrender but can tell by the wemic's face that their will be no quarters given or taken.
Gecktar calls up a spiritual hammer to smash into wemic1, but finds that it's first strike is not too well aimed.
Flat-top moves forward and fires off another pair of bolts at wemic1. Both of which find more openings in his armor.
Vasch continues to lay on the ground blood pooling around him.
Kanchana makes it to Vasch and lets Brahmah take care of the wemic. Kneeling by his side she starts checking him out and then hangs her head in prayer. It is all too apparent that Vasch is beyond immediate help.
Gecktar's eagle swoops down on wemic1, driving one of it's claws into the wemic's back.
Managarm
Pah'caw
Wemic6 staggers back from Brahmah a little as he launches into a fury. The wemic growls and then launches his own set of attacks (hit: 21/248crit 21*, damage: 9/9*crit 13*).
Wemic4 is able to wiggle his way free and moves towards the raft. He launches an attacks at Flat-top who is in his way (hit: 18, damage: 8).
Wemic5 fires off a pair of arrows at Brahmah, backing up his fellow wemic (hit: 12/28, damage: 6/7).
Wemic2 escapes the entangled area and shakes off the effects of the hypnotic pattern. He pulls up his bow witht he arrow in it and fires it at Leets (hit: 16, damage: 7).
Wemic1 is able to shake off the effects of the hypnotic pattern. With a growl he pulls up his bow and launches another arrow at Gecktar (hit: 24, damage: 5).
Wemic3 grunts under the ferocious attacks and then sends his morningstar crashing back in at Leets (hit: 21, damage: 10).
Brahmah 27 of 70hps(Jay B), HASTED and BLESSED, Hasted AC 24(25 vs W6)) d20+12=13 d20+12=23 d20+13=25 d20+7=20 d20+8=10 2d4(3+1)+7=11 d6+4=7 2d4(3+1)+7=11 d6+4=5 Wednesday November 19th, 2003 11:06:18 PM
(OOC: Lucky again today, machine likes me.)
(The crit would not hit from Wemic 6. AC 25 vs W6)
Brahmah calls for Pah'caw to 'Aid' him (Hopefully adding to his AC).
The arrow strikes solid and causes Brahmah to lurch.
Brahmah again goes for the wemic, like a gale against a ship. [hasted full round of attacks] (Hitting AC's... miss, 23, 25, 20 and 10, for miss, 11, 7, 11 and 5 damage.)
The Chosen's Captain feels the life flow from his body. He wobbles. The previous combat and the current one came to close together, even with the nights rest. His concern or the others might have been his undoing, he thinks to himself. His eyes dart hopefully toward Kanchana.
OOC: Brahmah will try to evade attacks
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22) 4d4(4+4+2+2)+4=16 Wednesday November 19th, 2003 11:17:19 PM
Still worried about Vasch and seeing Brahmah reeling from the wemic's blow, Kenisha again sends her Magic Missiles (4 of them now (see below)) at the wemic (#6 for 16 pts of damage).
(ooc- I just realized that with the last exp award that I forgot to do anything more than add the xp (my book was in the car at the time). Kenisha's now 7th level! I'll be updating her as soon as I can and send it to you DM Jim.)
Taric Thursday November 20th, 2003 12:49:22 AM
Noticing that his spell doesn't seem to have much effect, Taric casts a defensive spell on himself and then draws his crossbow.
OOC: casting shield on self
Kanchana (Bless and Mage Armor AC 20) d20+11=22 d8+2=9 Thursday November 20th, 2003 2:17:29 AM
Kanchana lets out a wail of sorrow and glares at the Wemic that killed Vasch. Kanchana does nothing to hide her ire. In Wemic she growls "You will pay like for like for killing him." She picks up her scimitar and hangs it from her left wrist by its lanyard. She sees Brahmah's hopeful look and returns it with a grim, level stare. Kanchana stands up and takes a 5-foot step towards Brahmah. She touchs Brahmah lightly while chanting words of healing. She casts a Cure Light Wounds spell to heal Brahmah a bit. Kanchana thinks to herself "we should have rested longer and healed better. I am so weary; I failed them."
(Concentration 22, CLW 9 pts of healing to Brahmah)
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+5=25 d20=17 d4=4 d4=3 Thursday November 20th, 2003 6:16:04 AM
Paw'caw folds her wings and dives for an attack(on "5" weimic), This time the weimic has finish shooting at her master, Paw'caw with her talons and beak, claws and bites the cats face(eyes & nose). She then climbs up to the sky again to see what other damage she can do.
OOC:Attack ac25 (crit claws in the eyes) & ac17 (for a tweek on the nose)
Managram(ceil) d20+4=21 d6+3=8 Thursday November 20th, 2003 6:40:15 AM
OOC: Attack ac21 - Damages 8hp.
Managram now goes for the other back leg and after the Achile's Tendon, He is hoping to render the Weimic"3" unable to walk.
Flat-top[Bless and Haste] d20+10=30 d20+10=29 d6=5 d6=5 Thursday November 20th, 2003 7:09:12 AM
Flat-top fire two more bolts at Weimic"1", hoping to get that cat mad enought to get him to attack him and not Gecktar on the raft. "Come On! Fur Face!Look this little horsie is bleeding. I'm almost helpless!" Flat-top want the weimic to attack him, and he know that this Centaur can kill him in a hand to hand combat.
Gecktar (hp 30/40) d20+3=20 d8=5 d20+2=10 Thursday November 20th, 2003 9:00:52 AM
Gecktar make a step back on the impact as the arrow hits hard. He drops his shield and take his bow for a shoot on wemic #1. "Take it vile servants of Evil and may your bones be burned in eternal pain" (hit AC 10... miss) During this time the force hammer tries to land a blow (hit AC20, 5 damage).
Leets (Blessed, Haste) d20+7=17 d20+7=12 d8+2=5 d8+2=7 Thursday November 20th, 2003 10:37:08 AM
"Nore shall stop the Chosen in their Holy Quest! Your fight is vain LionTaur!"
Although his heart remains tough, Leets heavily feels the blows of his opponent...
*And they are so many! I hope the others are not having troubles...*
Leets still fights, with two attacks at 17 and 12 (the second one is probably missing...), for 5 and seven damage.
OOC: Managarm probably also has the Haste spell since he was near Leets...
Wemic Battle Four. (DM Jim) d20+7=14 d20+7=9 d20+9=27 d8+2=10 d20+9=24 d20+9=25 d8+2=9 d8+2=8 d20+9=19 d8+2=5 Thursday November 20th, 2003 4:54:08 PM
Brahmah flies into another flurry of attacks on the wemic. Enough of his attacks hit to give an immediate effect.
Kenisha lets fly a series of magic missiles at the wemic attacking Brahmah. Each one hits him in the side sending him reeling.
Taric casts a shield spell on himself and pulls out his crossbow.
Kanchana howls in rage and sputters at the wemic that killed Vasch. She stands and makes her way in his direction, laying her hand on Brahmah to heal him.
Pah'caw dives on the wemic making a slashing pass at his face. The claws are well placed and almost takes out the liontaur's eyes.
Managarm crunches down on the wemic's other leg from behind. The force applied is enough to at least draw blood and make the wemic roar.
Flat-top fires off a pair of bolts at wemic1 trying to draw his attention from Gecktar. Both of his bolts bury themselves into the wemic.
Gecktar fires off a bolt of his own but it falls really short of his target. His hammer has better luck as it slams into the wemic for some minor damage.
Leets finds the liontaur more than a match for his attacks as it sidesteps both of them. He only hopes that the others are fairing better and he can hold out.
Gecktar's eagle makes another dive on the injured wemic that he had attacked earlier. The staggering wemic leaves his claws off target and he misses.
Wemic6 staggers under the combined assault of weapons and magic. His battleaxes slowly slip from his hands as his eyes glaze over. He silently topples to the side.
Wemic4 looks around at the turn of events and growls. He spins and fires off an arrow at Leets(hit: 27, damage: 10).
Wemic5 fires off another pair of arrows at Brahmah, seeing no way to escape and not going to be taken prisoner (hit: 24/25, damage: 9/8).
Wemic2 also fires off an arrow at Leets as he looks around and growls (hit: 19, damage: 5).
Wemic1 lets his bow slip from his hand as he topples over onto the ground.
Wemic3 thought himself good for avoiding the taurs attacks that stood before him, but the dog behind that he thought just a nuisance was enough to really hurt him. His legs go out from under him and he losses his weapons, but does not get back up.
Kanchana d8+3=9 Thursday November 20th, 2003 8:08:50 PM
Kanchana draws her Wand of CLW and touches it to Brahmah. Then as loud as she can (hoping that her voice will carry far enough and be heeded), Kanchana commands: "Regroup now! To the raft! Everyone regroup!! Someone cover Leets' back!" Kanchana is profoundly worried for the welfare of the warriors among the Chosen.
She looks up at Brahmah and asks him, "Can you help me carry Vasch's body to the River bank or do we leave him here until the enemy is all dead?"
(Heals Brahmah 9 pts)
Taric Friday November 21st, 2003 1:07:51 AM
Hearing the cry of help from Kanchana, Taric tries do distract the wemics. About a 200 ft behind the wemics he creates the image of an armed group of minotaurs, making them look like they are going after the wemics. Taric also creates the sound of hooves going through grass. Taric moves the image slowly towards the wemics.
OOC: casting major image about 200 ft behind the wemics, creating the image of a group of armed minotaurs.
Gecktar d20+3=6 d20+2=4 Friday November 21st, 2003 4:36:45 AM
"Come back Leets ! We're covering you !" Gecktar then indicate the wemic #2 to his force hammer that completly miss the target and fire an arrow to the wemic #4 that fly into the sky far from the ground... It seems that the raft is not completly stable...
(OOC : luck is not with him...)
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22) 4d4(4+2+1+2)+4=13 Friday November 21st, 2003 5:39:05 AM
Kenisha changes her aim to the wemic archer (#5) firing at Brahmah (for 13 pts of damage). She then calls out to Fertin, "Can you see what we are caught on? We need to get this raft loose!"
Brahmah 19 of 70hps(Jay B), HASTED and BLESSED, Hasted AC 28 Friday November 21st, 2003 7:23:47 AM
OOC: Hey look everyone, I'm working without a net! :) Still having massive tech difficulties.
Brahmah hears the call for retreat and with a great sigh of relief, the Captain turns from his query as if he knew the wemic as dead. Suddenly taking another arrow in the chest, he nearly falls to his knees in agony, but remains standing.
"Regroup!" He calls to the Chosen.
He looks sorrowfully at Kanchana, "Leave him lay, we'll retrieve **coughs blood** his body afte...." The voice trickles away from the warrior. As he retreats, he's fully defensive(+4 dodge), covering the others as he moves. his dodge is versus wemic archer #5, AC 29 ;)
(OOC: I'd like Richard to return as well, for my part. :)
Brahmah 28 of 70hps(Jay B), HASTED and BLESSED, Hasted AC 28 Friday November 21st, 2003 8:13:49 AM
Brahmah's hp's should read 28, not 19 this round.
Ceil also pointed out last week that Brahmah's HPS should have been higher at his 1st level. I rolled on all levels and she says I am shorting myself 5hps because I should have had full hps at 1st... is this true? I think it is just a mistake on my part.
Flat-top {55/73hp- haste - bless} d20+8=23 d20+6=24 d20+6=20 d20+8=23 Friday November 21st, 2003 9:10:38 AM
"But Captain! there still danger three weimic that are dangerous to us?? Alright! I'll try to disloge the raft." then as he is taking his armor off, He tell the taurs on the raft, "Alright! Taric and Gectar, to make the raft lighter, you two must get off. The mothers will stay on the raft, Now Ferton! you will stay on the disk untill the raft moves, then jump on the raft and control it as I push." At this point Flat-top armor is off and he'll throw his equipment on the raft, He'll dive into the water, swim to see and disloge the raft, then come up for air.
OOC:Please DM Jim bear with me. Flat-top has haste and bless spell cast on him, so he can move at twice the speed?? and get a +2 on anything he does?? I use jump(dive) ac23 - swim(under water) asc24 - Spot(what ever is holding the raft) ac20 - Jump(to disloge what ever is holding the raft)ac23. And you right only a woman could have come up with such a plan.
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+5=25 d20=19 d4=4 d4=4 Friday November 21st, 2003 9:25:06 AM
Paw'caw circles and fold her wings again, attacking weimic"#5" again because the cat was attacking her master again. She dives fot the weimic's spine whit her talong and bite. After her flash attack will again fly to the hights of the skies, to see if her master is attack again.
Managram(ceil) Friday November 21st, 2003 9:32:55 AM
Managram seeing that the Weimic(#3)is not getting up, *Blinks* to where the weapons are, picks up the bow and bring it to Leets.
Managram look at Leets and you can almost tell what the dog is trying to sa,'Look what a good boy I am, Now can I have my bone back?'
Leets (Haste, Bless) Friday November 21st, 2003 2:38:04 PM
*Wow...They're good...I wonder who sent them there, and who they serve...*
Thinks Leets as his opponent dodges his attacks.
Then, he receives another arrow in his back, and realize his opponent is on the ground just when Kanachana calls for retreat.
"Yes...They are really good..."
Leets decides to think later of those responsible for the attack, and calls Managarm so that the faithful companion follows.
"Managarm! It's ok, he's on the ground and beaten, we've to go now!"
Thanks to the Haste spell, Leets can move really fast, probably too fast for the Wemics.
"Here I am Brahmah! Is everybody arrived! We've to move really quick! Is somebody hurt?"
Leets is himself seriously wounded, two arrows in the chest and heavy blows of morningstar on his shoulder (although he'll not admit it as long as somebody needs his help...).
Wemic Battle Five. (DM Jim) d20+9=21 d8+2=9 d20+9=10 d20+9=25 d8+2=7 d8+2=3 d20+9=13 d8+2=3 d20+8=22 Friday November 21st, 2003 4:16:41 PM
Kanchana hits Brahmah with some much needed healing as she calls a retreat to the raft.
Taric conjures up the image of a group of minotaurs seeming to engage the wemics.
Gecktar calls Leets back as well. He fires off his own bolt and finds it missing it's target by a lot. His magic hammer has no better luck in hitting either.
Kenisha fires off another series of magic missiles at wemic5 to cover Brahmah and Kanchana's retreat.
Brahmah thanks Kanchana for the healing and then calls a retreat for the group to the raft. He says they will reclaim Vasch's body after the battle.
Flat-top dives into the water and swims to the front of the raft. He finds that there is a rope extended under the water that the raft is caught on it.
Pah'caw once again dives at wemic5 and digs at the back of his neck. Only one claw is able to get under the hide and do anything.
Managarm blinks away and then returns with his master's bow. Then he follows his master in retreat and hopefully a treat.
Leets retreat with his dog as he ponders who it was that sent the wemics against them. He plans to thanks them later as he arrives at the raft. He will quickly notice that Vasch is not among those that are at the raft.
Fertin glances in the direction of the front of the raft and yells that he sees something under the water, but cannot make it out too well.
Wemic6 is dead.
Wemic4 growls again as he sees The Chosen retreating. He fires off another arrow at Leets' retreating form (hit: 21, damage: 9).
Wemic5 shrugs off the futile attacks and fires a pair of arrows at Kanchana, having noticed that she seems to be a healer (hit: 10/25, damage: 7/3).
Wemic2 turns to find a group of minotaurs coming his direction. He pulls up his bow and fires off an arrow in thier direction (Will save 22)(hit: 13, damage: 3).
Wemic1 is on the ground slowly bleeding out.
Wemic3 is on the ground slowly bleeding out.
[The rope is AC 16 due to being under water and a few other things. It will require a knife or dagger to cut the rope, other weapons are too hard to use underwater.]
[Jay - Ceil is right you do get full hit points for first level. There is no reason to roll for them.]
Jay B (Brahmah OOC) Friday November 21st, 2003 6:10:01 PM
OOC: I'll correct his hit points on his sheet later. For now, can he have those extra 5 hps? :) That would bring his hit points to 33 of 75 then, still technically the same ratio.
Brahmah 33 of 75hps(Jay B), HASTED and BLESSED Saturday November 22nd, 2003 6:19:16 AM
Brahmah calls to Flat-top, "Keep that raft close, don't let it go."
Seeing that wemic #5 is the only one currently moving, he gestures to the casters to focus on him. "Stay in defensive formation." He says softly. Then he whispers to the Chosen, "If we can remove him from the ambush, then we can leave the archers in the tangles and make our exit, honorably and with no more deaths." (He goes Totally Defensive, +4 Dodge to AC)
His AC broken down (buckler makes 23, haste 24, defensive is 28, dodge +1 vs #5)
Flat-top d20+4=16 d6+4=9 Saturday November 22nd, 2003 10:14:06 AM
Flat-top come up for air, "Kenisha, can you led me your knife? Please! One of the ropes is caught down there. I tried to pull it darn thing out,But No Go!"
If kenisha lend her Dagger to Flat-top. He'll go under the raft and use it to cut the rope. (ac16 - Damage 9hp)
Kanchana (Bless ( ?) and Mage Armor AC 20) d8+3=11 Saturday November 22nd, 2003 11:20:38 AM
Kanchana takes the arrow in her flank as she moves to regroup; she was looking back at Vasch instead of watching the enemies' movements. She is so upset about Vasch that she hardly even registers the arrow sticking out of her.
Kanchana listens to Brahmah's words and looks at him in disbelief and anger. Kanchana hisses, "and leave Vasch for carrion?? No!" She gives Brahmah and any others who support the view about leaving without taking Vasch's body along a long hard glare. "Besides they will be free soon enough and they will track us and wait for us to make a mistake. If you think that they will not then think again. They killed their 'own blood' easily enough." (Kanchana is referring to the relations of the Wemic race in general; not direct kinship here.) Kanchana is really upset but her voice sounds like ice. At the moment she is so "hurt" and angry that she is taking everything literally. She is speaking softly enough to be heard by (most) of the Chosen but not the enemy. The fact that she is advocating spilling blood is a significant change in Kanchana's demeanor.
If Leets has regrouped and is within touching range of Kanchana's CLW-wand then she will heal him what she can; if not then she will heal Brahmah. (perferably she will heal whichever one looks worst (i.e. the one with the lowest HP and who is also closest).
(Heals Leets or Brahmah for 11 points. Leaving this up to DM Jim to dispense to whichever one needs it the most.)
Gecktar d20+2=13 Saturday November 22nd, 2003 3:31:53 PM
The force hammer disapear as fast as it appeared. Now Gecktar is trying to cover Leets and Kanchana with his bow. He fires an arrow at wemic #5 but one more time he miss his target.
Brahmah 33 of 75hps(Jay B), HASTED and BLESSED Saturday November 22nd, 2003 10:15:20 PM
"Kanchana, this is NO time for ....! Leave him! Your ENDANGERING THE CHILDREN AND US! We need you... Vasch is past help. Come on! He would want US to be safe!"
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22) 7d6(3+6+3+2+3+3+6)=26 Sunday November 23rd, 2003 11:00:05 PM
Assuming that Wemics 4 & 5 are still lined up from Kenisha's ability to move about on the raft, Kenisha casts Lightning Bolt at them (for 26 pts of damage; Reflex DC 17 for half)
When Flat-top asks for it, Kenisha hands him her dagger.
Taric d20+5=25 d20+5=20 d6=1 d6=2 d6=2 d6=5 Sunday November 23rd, 2003 11:50:37 PM
Taric notices his spell not having much effect and decides to fire his crossbow at the moving wemic.
OOC: shooting wemic #5, hitting AC 25 (nat20), crit confirm with AC 20, for 10 damage if crit (3 damage if non-crit)
Leets Monday November 24th, 2003 3:26:12 PM
"Kanchana...He died bravely...Domi won't let a Chosen be devoured by carrions...We will bring him back, because we have a lot to do together...Now, we must think of the future, and save the children...We need your help here and now Kanchana...Please..."
Leets hope his words will be listened. He gently accepts Kanchana's help, and will then see if anybody else need healing before another fight...
Wemic Battle Six. (DM Jim) d20+4=6 d20+4=14 d20+9=24 d20+9=15 d8+2=7 d8+2=5 d20+9=13 d8+2=4 Monday November 24th, 2003 4:14:33 PM
Brahmah orders a retreat so that they do not have to spill anymore blood.
Flat-top requests a knife and then dives back under the water. He finds that cutting the rope is not going to be so easy, but he has started.
Kanchana protests leaving Vasch behind and wants to finish this before they move on. She knows that the wemics will not let them go that easily.
Gecktar fires off an arrow at wemic5 but once again misses.
Kenisha fires off a bolt of electricity at two of the wemics and then tosses her knife to Flat-top to cut the rope.
Taric fires off a bolt at wemic5 and finds that it flies true, but has little power behind it.
Leets pleads the case of leaving Vasch behind for now and getting him later.
Fertin is holding onto the pole to control the raft as Vrurt keeps control of the two children.
Wemic6 is dead.
Wemic4 is left with standing hair as he is hit by lightning. He roars and then sends a pair of arrows at Kenisha (hit: 24/15, damage: 7/5).
Wemic5 is enveloped in sparks of lightning and thrown to the ground. He lays there for a few twitching and then stops moving.
Wemic2 turns back around snorting as he does. The whole thing had been nothing more than a charade. He fires off an arrow at Leets (hit: 13, damage: 4).
Wemic1 is on the ground slowly bleeding out.
Wemic3 is on the ground slowly bleeding out.
Kanchana d4+1=3 Monday November 24th, 2003 8:07:13 PM
Kanchana pauses in mid-step, and casts a Magic Missile at Wemic 4 for daring to resume hostilities. After this she almost half turns at the pleas of the others. She looks over her shoulder at the others as she speaks.
In a neutral tone of voice she says (not loudly enough for the folks on the raft to hear),"If you want the children to live and Vrurt to live then they [she gestures at the wemics] cannot continue to live... They are bound to this course - they have probably even sworn to take blood for blood. That means Vrurt's life at the very least. If you want I could try to speak with those who yet live and try to persuade them to end their Blood-quest and seek peace. But if they are still true to their words at the village, and their actions now, then Vrurt is little more than a Hellhound to them..." It is clear that Kanchana holds no hope for the redemption of these Wemics, not if Vrurt and the children matter... And clearly this bothers her nearly as much as Vasch's death.
In a somewhat cold and eerily emotionless tone of voice she continues, "And I cannot leave Vasch here. His death is my burden and I will not fail him a second time."
(Magic Missile: 3 dmg to Wemic 4)
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22) 4d4(1+4+2+1)+4=12 Monday November 24th, 2003 11:13:17 PM
As one of the two arrows comes speeding towards her upper torso, Kenisha's hand reaches out and snatches the arrow out of the air. The other arrow smashes against the barrier of her Mage Armor. She smiles ane hands the arrow to Gecktar, "Here you go. A gift from our wemic friend out there."
Still looking to protect Leets, Kenisha sends her next volley of Magic Missiles at Wemic #2 (for 12 pts of damage).
"If you are going to talk, Kanchana, I would suggest you hurry. There are only two of them left now."
Brahmah 33 of 75hps(Jay B), HASTED and BLESSED d20+14=33 d20+14=32 2d4(2+4)+7=13 2d4(3+4)+7=14 Monday November 24th, 2003 11:14:58 PM
"Pah'caw! Defend the Children. Go to the raft."
"Flat-top, Leets, go! Take the raft, we'll be along shortly."
"Damn it Kanchana!"
Brahmah dismisses his Entangle, then moves to attack Wemic #4. (Hits AC 33(crit for 32*), for 13(crit 27*))
Brahmah's dodge AC is 25 versus #4.
Taric Tuesday November 25th, 2003 2:19:26 AM
Taric casts a spell on himself to make himself stronger, before he wills the disc to move to the other side of the raft so Taric can step on it and move towards the shore.
OOC: casting bull's strength on himself.
Gecktar d20+2=14 Tuesday November 25th, 2003 3:12:08 AM
Taking the arrow that Kenisha gives him he tries to shoot at its former owner (Wemic #4). Seeing that he definately has the skill to ever damage one he take back his shield and stand on the raft as a shield of flesh to protect those on the raft. With a circular glance he appraises the basic wounds of all the party to see who need his healing hand first.
Flat-top d20+4=13 d4+4=8 Tuesday November 25th, 2003 3:56:20 AM
Flat-top still under water, feel that the raft is swaying with the curent. The rope is taunt and it is differcul to cut, but Flat-top gives it all he has the mussels for. He'll have to come up for aie soon.
Paw'caw Tuesday November 25th, 2003 4:02:53 AM
Paw'caw spots her master and he's yelling something about the children, Oh! wait a minute something about the raft?? She'll circle down and come to perch on Gecktar's shield.
Leets d20+2=17 Tuesday November 25th, 2003 1:28:21 PM
"Kanchana..."
Leets sadly let the druid chose her own way, and hears Brahmah's words...
"Ok captain! Here we go!"
Leets takes all the speed he can in the water and pushes the raft. (Strength check 17).
OOC: Could Managarm 'blink' Vasch with him on the raft Ceil - I mean, is it possible?
Managram(Ceil) Tuesday November 25th, 2003 4:40:39 PM
Managram will go to Body of Vasch, turn and look at Leets,then take Vasch hand into is mouth *blink*. Now the dog *Blink*, Managram should be on the raft.(like he did with Leets when he went under the sand) Managram sit beside the body "Bark! Bark!(Now can I have the Bone)".
Wemic Battle Seven. (DM Jim) Tuesday November 25th, 2003 6:00:27 PM
Kanchana pleads her case and then fires off a series of magic missiles at wemic4.
Kenisha also fires off a series of magic missiles but at wemic2. She also makes the comment about negotiations and hurrying since there are only two left.
Brahmah dismisses his entangle and moves to engage wemic4. He brings his blade down hard on the wemic and neatly cuts him from shoulder to stomach.
Taric casts bulls strength on himself and moves his disc around so that he can get on it.
Gecktar tries another shot at a wemic and finds that his luck still has not improved any. He decides to take back his shield and weapon to place himself as a tank.
Flat-top attempts to cut the rope more but this time the knife slips across the rope with no damage. He feels the air in his lungs starting to grow short, he figures that he has another round worth of air.
Pah'caw listens to the orders of her master and flies to the raft. She lands on Gecktar's shield and surveys the surroundings.
Leets leaps into the water and tries to give the raft a push to get it moving. He finds it rather difficult with nothing to push against and the rope still holding it in place.
Managarm makes his way to Vasch and taking his hand blinks him onto the raft. He then sits down looking rather pleased with himself and wondering when he can have his bone.
Fertin continues to hold the pole for when the rope is cut loose.
Everyone on the raft hears a creaking and cracking noise. Several of the ropes actually snap and the raft starts to fall apart. The children start to scream and cry, while the grown-ups start to worry. The current is strong enought that it could sweep away a child or an adult with little swimming experience (swim DC 12 or be swept down the river or if you pass you can make it to shore).
Wemic6 is dead.
Wemic4 is now laying on the ground cut from shoulder to belly, his inards now outards.
Wemic5 is dead.
Wemic2 looks around to the massacre and turns tail. He is quickly out of sight of the party.
Wemic1 is on the ground slowly bleeding out.
Wemic3 is on the ground slowly bleeding out.
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22; Tensor's Floating Disc) d20+8=23 d20+1=18 Tuesday November 25th, 2003 7:46:57 PM
Kenisha screams as the raft comes apart under her hooves. But she marshals herself even as she hits the water and casts Tensor's Floating Disc near the children.
(Concentration check=26; the disc can hold 700# and will move at 50 ft/rd. If she can get both children on the disc she will.)
If she can't get both children, she'll call out for help. Either way she'll do her best to swim towards shore.
If for some reason she can't get either child she'll swim towards them to grab them.
Brahmah 33 of 75hps (Jay B) Tuesday November 25th, 2003 8:45:09 PM
Brahmah mumbles as he walks over to the remaining five wemic corpses and loots them. He takes a large bow and some arrows(quiver) for himself. He will look for any sign of who may have sent these wemics.
He turns as he hears the concern in Kenisha's voice. (What can he see from where he is?)
(OOC: How wide is the river? How big is the raft? How deep is it at the deepest point? How heavy are the children, each?)
Taric d20+6=26 d20+6=24 Wednesday November 26th, 2003 1:30:55 AM
Taric will grab the child that is closest to him and place it on his disc. He then holds on to his own disc to grab the other child or lend a hand to Vrurt or Kenisha, whoever is closer, to make sure the current doesn't sweep them away.
OOC: str-check: 26 swim-check: 24
Leets d20+2=16 Wednesday November 26th, 2003 3:21:55 AM
Leets has troubles not to be drawn by the river, but manage not to go too much away, coming back, he gets a look at the shore and see that the battle is finished. He will then help Taric with Vrurt.
"Kenisha, are you ok with the little one? I think we can go back on the shore now!"
Flat-top d20+4=10 Wednesday November 26th, 2003 9:24:59 AM
Flat-top is trying to cut at the rope, when he feels that the raft is comming apart. So up he rises he will look to se what's going on, he will take any child in the water and put her on his back(part of a horses back is expose from the water),if the Unitaurs are safe, flat-top will take the body of Vasch on his back, then will retreve his armor and weapons.(I hope I don't lose anyone or anythings)
OOC: flat-top will use hast, role ac10 for cutting the rope.
Kanchana Wednesday November 26th, 2003 1:09:49 PM
Kanchana at first watches the lone surviving Wemic turn tail and run for it. She considers chasing him down but decides not to. She shakes her head a little and thinks, "I need to calm down. I can't change what has happened..." Kanchana doesnt notice the raft breaking apart until she senses a flurry of movement from her fellows behind her at the river's edge. She turns and just watches for a bit; trying to gather her wits about her and see what she can do to help. Kanchana moves down from the raft and near to the river's edge just in case anyone gets caught up in the current. She figures that if she has to try and swim then Father Tomi will protect her.
Gecktar d20+1=11 d20-7=11 Wednesday November 26th, 2003 3:50:55 PM
As he begin to lose balance, Gecktar tries to grapple a log. He nows that if he fail he certainly meet his fate as armored as he is, he will sink as a stone...
(Reflex check : 11, Swim check : 11)
Brahmah Wednesday November 26th, 2003 4:55:26 PM
What can Brahmah see from his position?
Breaking Up. (DM Jim) Wednesday November 26th, 2003 5:48:52 PM
Kenisha is able to get the disc position so that it is as close to the children as possible.
Brahmah is looting the body of the first wemic4 when he hears the concern in Kenisha's voice. He is horrified by what he sees. The raft falling apart and several people ending up in the water.
Taric is able to grab Domisha as the raft starts to fall apart, but is unable to grab anyone else.
Leets is able to grab Vrurt as she drops her kid on the disc and falls into the water. He swims to shore pulling Vrurt along as she tries to help out as best she can.
Flat-top is able to grab Vasch as the raft breaks apart, but his weapons and armor sink into the water. Possibly they are carried a little ways by the current.
Kanchana makes it down the river a little and watches for anyone that may not have as much luck in getting out of the river. So far it is looking rather good.
Gecktar is barely able to grab a log as he falls into the water. Despite his best efforts to swim to shore, he and the log are caught in the current.
[The river is 20 feet across and 14 feet deep. The raft would have been at least 6-8 feet wide and the same in length. Each baby would weigh in at about 50-60 pounds apiece.]
[Spoils: vials-6, short stick, battleaxe-8, longbow-3, 50' of hemp rope-3, backpack-6, 25 days rations, masterwork arrows-34, tindertwig-8, antitoxin-4, waterskin-10, bedroll-6, sack-3, whetstone-4, healer's kit, ring, amulet, token]
Brahmah 33 of 75hps (Jay B) Thursday November 27th, 2003 1:07:10 AM
Brahmah finishes up rounding up the loot and takes off to help who he can.
[When he sorted the loot, he as careful not to allow the 'short stick/wand' or the other smaller gear to get damaged, in fact, he put on the ring and amulet.]
OOC: I'll go to the CC with the loot if no one minds. I'll have the stuff ID'd too, unless one of us can do it? Or should we just add it to the other loot from the fight with Miroband?
Taric Thursday November 27th, 2003 1:37:39 AM
Taric will move his disc to the shore and help Domisha get off. He then goes in pursuit of Gecktar to try and lend him a hand to stop him from being swept away by the current.
Brahmah Thursday November 27th, 2003 1:55:12 AM
Brahmah helps Taric with Domisha.
Kanchana d20+2=17 d20+2=3 d20+3=17 Thursday November 27th, 2003 3:36:38 AM
Kanchana puts her wand and scimitar away, securing them in case she has to go out in the water. The rest of her gear is either in her haversack or strapped/tied to her. Shortly thereafter she notices Geacktar having trouble with the current. She takes a deep breath and wades out into the river to help him out as best she can. Kanchana isnt able to get a good grip on him. Gecktar weighs too much for her with his armor on! She hope that her efforts have moved Gecktar a little closer to shore though.
(Swim 17, Strength 3, Dexterity 17)
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22; Tenser's Floating Disc) d20+4=6 Thursday November 27th, 2003 7:42:53 AM
(ooc: Since I did state that if she got either child, she'd head to shore, I'm assuming she's there now with Vrurt's baby.)
After counting heads, Kenisha realizes that Fertin is missing. She calls out, "Fertin's missing and Gecktar is in trouble! Somebody grab some rope and see if you can't pull him to shore!"
Kenisha deposits Vrurt's baby well away from the water and looks for Fertin. (Spot check= 6)
Flat-top d20+4=24 Thursday November 27th, 2003 1:45:01 PM
Even though he is loosing every thing he had brough with him, he'll will swim after Getkar(swim 24). Swin going with the courent. He will grab on to him and with the force of the curent, whith Getkar in tow. Flat-top will slowly (kitty corner) swim to shore.
Gecktar d20+5=23 Thursday November 27th, 2003 2:52:41 PM
Gecktar desperatly tries to close to the shore agitating his powerful legs.
(Str check = 23)
Safe and Sound for the Time. (DM Jim) Thursday November 27th, 2003 6:24:55 PM
Everyone has made it to shore though a little spread out along the shore. You even find Fertin laying on the bank breathing hard. He has a smile on his face and is laughing. "More fun...than I...have had in...a long time." His smile is infectious to everyone.
Between Kanchana and Flat-top they get Gecktar to shore as well. Though tired and wet they feel none the worse for wear. It is obvious that moving out to a better area would be a good idea. A little rest would not be bad either as you are all feeling the effects of fatigue.
Brahmah inquires about the newest loot that has been gained and what to do with it. From the looks of the group a little rest and healing is in order.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!!
Brahmah 33 of 75hps (Jay B) d20+3=23 Thursday November 27th, 2003 9:31:18 PM
Brahmah gets the sharp stares from everyone. "Okay, okay, we'll get some more rest. Is the raft salvagable Flat-top?" He looks is up and down. "I've seen worse!" He laughs as it floats there in pieces. (Profession Sailor 23, how is the raft? natural 20!)
Brahmah 33 of 75hps, ADDITIONAL d20+3=19 d20+3=4 d20+7=18 Thursday November 27th, 2003 9:37:52 PM
Brahmah pulls out a newly looted hemp rope and ties it to a nearby tree. (Use Rope 19) Then he ties the other end to himself. (Use Rope 4, NATURAL 1! HAHA rofl! oops)
He proceeds into the water after hearing some gear went overboard. "Whose am I looking for!? What's missing!?" He yells after wading in. (Swim check 18 + Endurance Feat)
Taric d20+4=23 d20=15 d20+5=23 Friday November 28th, 2003 1:16:47 AM
Having everybody safe and sound on the shore he hears Brahmah talk about some missing gear. Laying down on his disc, Taric moves it a little alongside the current to see if he can find and of it. If he can, he will try to get it out of the water and onto the disc.
OOC: search = 23 spot = 15 str-check = 23
Kenisha (Mage Armor; AC 22; Tenser's Floating Disc) Friday November 28th, 2003 5:48:29 AM
Kenisha sighs with relief now that everyone is on shore. She gives Domisha a big hug.
She casts Prestigiditation and dries off everyone (who are on land) and their equipment.
Flat-top Friday November 28th, 2003 6:48:28 AM
As Flat-top rests, he smiles at Brahmah's comments on his raft. "Captain! I never said That I was a ship buildre, all I did was to go back when I was a colt and the raft we build back then foe my plans. But you know that one sank too!". Flat-top laugh at the though. "Captain! I lost all my weapon, armor and saddle bags. Just as soon as I rest for a bit, I'll go into the water and help look for anything that's left down there. Oh! by the way how's the courent down there??"
Kanchana d20+11=25 Friday November 28th, 2003 9:54:26 AM
Kanchana looks at least as tired and dispirited as she feels, though she does perk up a little bit at Fertin's good humor. "Is anyone badly injured? Do any of you know any way; mundane or magical, to protect Vasch until we get to the keep?" Kanchana carefully pries out the painful arrow from her flank while making small,low noises of discomfort. "If we can; then we need to rest now." Kanchana speaks in a flat, monotonous voice as she treats her wound. If no one objects then she starts to treat everyone else's wounds (in the mundane manner).
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If camp is made then Kanchana will take some time to look closely at the wands. She doesn't have an identify spell memorized though.
(Heal 25) (Hope to get everyone rested and healed at least +2 hp...)
A little needed R&R. (DM Jim) Saturday November 29th, 2003 3:40:33 PM
It is obvious that the raft will not be repaired as part of it has drifted down the river and lost. Flat-top's gear is easily found on the bottom of the river, the water being quite clear.
Moving away from the current area you find a nice little hidden pocket that will make a perfect place to relax. A quick glance at the sun tells you that it is only about two after the high point of the sun (2pm).
Kanchana glances over the wands and finds them slightly similar in appearance. Made of wood and wrapped with grass around them, otherwise they are nothing special.
The two kids romp around a little under the supervision of the adults. Playing with the butterflies and picking flowers, they soon grow bored and come back to sit.
[Remember Kanchana's offer for healing everyone. You could also hold up here if you want and get some rest, starting out early in the morning.]
Brahmah 33 of 75hps Saturday November 29th, 2003 3:58:36 PM
Brahmah sits and begins more careful inspection of the newest gear. He cleans his weaponry and gear, and as he does so, he mentions to Kanchana quietly that he could use some healing soon. It's obvious to her that the broken arrows, gashes in his gut and back, as well as his bruised face(from mace wounds), all needed to be healed. He just calmly sit and waits to be attended in her time. "All this gear is in pretty good condition, these were more than your everyday hunter prides, they were prepared even as well as Miroband's crew." He holds up the stick and the vials. Brahmah then removes the amulet and ring, then puts them away. He soon lays back on a rock and waits to be healed.
Kanchana d20+11=14 d8+2=4 d20+11=15 Saturday November 29th, 2003 9:26:50 PM
Kanchana takes a bowl and fetches clean water from the river. She takes a small bit of gauze bandage and dips it into the water and starts to clean Brahmah's wounds. Next she will start to remove the broken arrows and a other debris. Kanchana feels her weariness and appologizes frequently for any pain that she is certain she is inflicting while removing the lodged in arrows. Kanchana whispers to Brahmah, "I think that those wands are the same type. They certainly look alike." She casts her last CLW spell on Brahmah. Kanchana will tend everyone else's wounds as carefully as she can after finishing up with Brhamah. She will use mundane healing methods first and then resort to her wand if anyone still looks really bad. Out loud and addressing no one in particular she says, "I hope that we can spend a few hours resting here and regaining strength. I need to commune with the Father and the Mother." If all of her tasks and tending are done then Kanchana will walk a little ways off to pray for answers. She neglects to say: "to hear how to repent for losing Vasch..."
(Heal check (for tending to Brahmah's wounds) 14, CWL spell (on Brahmah) heals 4 points, Heal check (for anyone else who needs tending to) 15)
Flat-top Saturday November 29th, 2003 10:55:29 PM
Flat-top approches Kanchana asking, Chanchana! could you please whack me a couple of times with your wand? I have a cloak in my back Pack I'll wrap the body of Vasch for the trip home, Thank-you Bright Eyes." After She cures his of his wounds, Flat-top will go and wrap the body of Vasch. "We'll take you home, my friend." Flat-top will rest by standing guard.(With out his cloak)
Paw'caw Saturday November 29th, 2003 11:06:05 PM
Paw'caw is in the trees watching the young ones, She sees her master hurt But the loiness is treating him. She takes to the air, circleing then dives and skims the water picking up a big salmon. She takes flight and drop the fish at Kanchana's paws. "CAW - CAW" almost to say 'Reward'. Paw'caw goes back to fish for her self.
Managram(ceil) Saturday November 29th, 2003 11:12:33 PM
Managram plays with the children, fetching stick and pine cones. Chasting butterflies and small animals, when the children got tired and ready for a nap. Managram whent to Leets hoves and sat looking at him as if to say, 'That Master was work! now can I have my bone?'
Gecktar d20+7=11 d8+3=8 d8+3=5 d8+3=4 2d8(8+8)+3=19 Sunday November 30th, 2003 5:58:48 AM
Gecktar drop his armor and tries to dry his clothes. When done, he looks at the party and who need the more healling. He can use his wand as well but start to cast some spells. He has 3 cure light wounds and one cure moderate wounds and cast them on those needing healing. (Cure light wounds 8hp, 5hp, 4hp, moderate 19hp)
After that he will take a good sleep to regain his strength.
(OOC : Sorry for the turn I've missed...)
Leets Sunday November 30th, 2003 12:05:33 PM
Leets begins to remove some parts of arrows from his own, and then realize Managarm is wanting something. It takes a couple of seconds before the Centaur paladin takes the big bone in his backpack and gives it to the dog...
"You deserve it my dog, and when we arrive at home, you'll get one with some meat on it..."
Leets gets a look around, and particularly at Geckhtar.
"Are you ok? You know, that's the kind of things that happen quite often, and I guess we'll have to prepare for more before we arrive..."
"Brahmah...Any idea about who they were?"
OOC: Sorry everybody, I got the flu and wasn't able to post for a couple of days. It's ok now...Even if it's late, happy Thanksgiving to you all people-beyond-atlantic...
Kenisha Sunday November 30th, 2003 9:47:17 PM
As she still has the spell up, Kenisha uses her Prestidigitation on Gecktar's clothing and armor.
"They were probably the same wemics who attacked the village looking for Vrurt. I just wonder if there are still more we have to get past before we make it to the coast?" she says in reply to Leets' question.
Taric Monday December 1st, 2003 1:00:04 AM
Taric is glad they have a chance to sit down and rest a bit.
"We can't stay too long here though as one of the wemics got away. I bet he'll be back with reinforcements. I think it would be good to catch some early sleep and rest now and leave as early as we can in the morning."
Brahmah 43 of 75hps d8+1=6 Monday December 1st, 2003 5:58:35 AM
"Your probably right about the wemics Kenisha. And your absolutely right about the one returning with reforcements, Taric. We're all, for the most part, hurting from the battles. Healing and rest takes priority. *He winks in Kanchana's direction* We need a sabatical. I personally feel like I've been stung up the main sail during a thirteen day squall! We should move from the shore, seeings how we lost the raft and all... wait, actually, we should travel down the shallows of the river several miles to avoid the trackers, stay out of the muck and mud. Kanchana, can you rig up a 'perfume' to cover our scent(after healing us)... can't be too careful."
He taps himself with his own wand after Kanchana heals him. (healed 6, mark off a charge)
[OOC: Jim, is Pah'caw still hurt, if so I want to heal her too.]
[Gillis/Gecktar, you should say who your healing to make Jims job easier. ;) Just trying to help.]
Flat-top Monday December 1st, 2003 10:20:02 AM
"That's Avery good Idea, by walking in the shallows. If the Children get tired of walking, they can ride on my back, Is this alright with the mothers?" Ask Flat-top. Then as a after though, he look at Brahmah with hairy eyeballs "WAIT A MINUTE CAPTAIN! I'm A STALOIN, and I don't need any Girly-girl PREFUME!"
Paw'caw[ceil] Monday December 1st, 2003 10:26:51 AM
Paw'caw after eating her fish, flies and lands on Brahmah shoulder, 'Brurp!' She burps in Brahmah face. Then looking in his face "Caw" (as if to say anything else??)
Managram[ceil] Monday December 1st, 2003 10:32:21 AM
Now Managram is a happy dog, he knaws on his bone reward, lifts his head (when Paw'caw called to Brahmah) look at her "Bark! bark!" (your not getting any of my reward girl, go away)
Gecktar Monday December 1st, 2003 11:38:51 AM
Gecktar need the current status of everyone to heal the most wounded. First It seems that Brahmah was seriously hit so he get the 19 of the cure moderate. (OOC : I think Leets needed it too so he gets the first and second cure light, if someone else is wounded tell me, if not Gecktar will apply the last to himself)
Rest before taking off. (DM Jim) Monday December 1st, 2003 6:14:34 PM
The group sets up a camp for the rest of the day. Some healing is doled out to those who need it most and the rest relax as they clean themselves up after the battle. Everyone settles down and relaxes for the time being knowing that they may well have a busy day ahead of them.
You guys spens an uneventful night and wake up the next morning to find things as you left them the day before. The only missing thing is the bodies that seem to have been dragged off, not Vasch's body though as that was protected.
[So do you move out this morning or wait for the scent breaker to be created if the herbs can be found. Are you prepared to face the people of the port when you get there.]
Brahmah (fully healed) d8+1=9 Monday December 1st, 2003 9:02:47 PM
That night, Brahmah stood his watch, not seeing or hearing a thing.(OOC:Though I thought we moved away from the bodies!?) On his watch, taps himself again once (healing 9. 71 of 75 hps)
By morning Brahmah is fully healed (through natural healing). So is Pah'caw, she shared my spells. He rises early and prepares his spell Pass Without Trace.
Having time now, he goes down by the river to practice his Falchion and excercises(push ups, pull ups, stretches, even finds a an old stump to curl). The dewwy air is fresh and clean, he breathes it in deeply. Mist rolling off the river. It might be a sight to see Brahmah without his armor on, in simply his breeches.
At breakfast, "We need to avoid the trackers. We need to remain unseen most of the trip to Port. Chosen, prepare your spells for travel and anti tracking. Anyone with scrolls or potions that may help, let me know what they are."
Brahmah ADDITIONAL Monday December 1st, 2003 9:03:58 PM
OOC: Before heading out, the spells should be cast.
Kanchana d20+5=20 d20+8=28 d20+10=14 d20+13=25 Monday December 1st, 2003 10:50:06 PM
Kanchana wakes up real early and starts to look around for herbs and plants that can be used to make a scent breaker paste, salve or wash she will use water or whatever grease-like substances she can (plant matter preferably).
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Kanchana will boil her plant concoction over the fire and try to make something viable from it. As she sits there minding her 'goop' she says, "if we can cast the "tracker's bane" spell [she is talking about the pass without trace spell] then we could not be tracked... however I can only cast 3 such spells on any given day. The children could ride in that magical disk that Taric used. Then we wouldn't have to carry them,or slow our pace." Kanchana stirs the boiling plant soup with a stick. "Anyway we need to rest here as long as we can. Anyone else have any ideas??"
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Kanchana will wait with moving out until the mixture is finished and idea's have been exchanged.
((Jim do you need a new list of spells? Did we actually sleep and regain spells?))
Taric Tuesday December 2nd, 2003 2:10:12 AM
Taric nods to Kanchana. "The disc will only exist for a couple of hours per casting though. I might study in some more if we all agree that that would be the most helpful at the moment."
Leets Tuesday December 2nd, 2003 5:03:03 AM
The Centaur paladin will spend the evening healing those who need it (including himself) and building some simple javelins (say...3, is it ok?).
Taking his own turn for the watch, Leets will prefer dawn, so that he can pray Domi for his protection during the day about to come.
Kenisha Tuesday December 2nd, 2003 6:12:27 AM
"The disc is a good idea and I also can cast it and for me it lasts 7 hours, so I think we can keep the children going for the entire trip." Kenisha says with a nod.
"As to any other magics that might aid us in not being detected, I can't think of anything I know to help except Prestidigitation to help disguise our smells, but that's only good for an hour so I'd have to keep recasting it."
(ooc- Kenisha wasn't wounded at all in the last battle, so she doesn't need any healing.)
Flat-top Tuesday December 2nd, 2003 8:54:38 AM
Because Centaurs sleep on their hooves, Flat-top is still in the same spot as when he was on guard. Flat-top is now Fully healed, He watches Leets as he prays and his dog follow him. Watching Brahmah go through his practice. Which reminds him that he need his excersise too. So He goes into the field and run, in at a full gallop, throwing stones here and there. Thinking to himself,'If they want track, they'll get track but only in the battle field.' When his run is over, he'll approches Kanchana,"Don't worry my dear, I trust you and your potions. Your getting very good at your art. Here's a few berries for your breakfast. Please take them."
Paw'caw d20+15=32 Tuesday December 2nd, 2003 9:13:26 AM
Paw'caw awakens at the brake of dawn, She come to the water edge, drink and washes. She flies back to her perch and preem herself. After she is sure that she look her best, She'll takes to the skies and flies in her lazy eight pattern to spot(32) any trouble(if any).
Managram{ceil} Tuesday December 2nd, 2003 9:23:17 AM
As soon as Leets moves to go for his prayes, Managram is right beside him, Leets stands in deep prayers, Managram scratches his ears, leet goes and get branches to make lances, Managram tries to drag branches. And when Leets start to widdle the wood, Managram looks for more action. The dog spots the children at play, he pick up a pine cone and goes to play with the children.
Gecktar Tuesday December 2nd, 2003 2:31:19 PM
Gecktar wake up after a good night. He had taken a watch turn if necessary. He stand up and then extend his arms and begins to pray Imod for the new day and the soul of Vasch. May he find the way to Imod. After a long prayer he says "I'm afraid that I have nothing to help to mislead those who want to tack us."
A new day. (DM Jim) Tuesday December 2nd, 2003 3:49:45 PM
A brand new day has begun and you find yourselves going about your normal routines. Kanchana is able to find all the plants that she thinks she will need to make her potion. Leets goes about his own morning routine and then forms himself several javelins. Pah'caw takes to the sky and circles around the camp for several turns. She comes back to perch in the tree having seen nothing of interest. Managarm keeps the children entertained for the rest of the time that you are here.
About midday you find find that you are all ready to head out. The going is easy but a little slower than you would have liked. Anyone that takes the time to think about it will figure that you have another day to the port.
[You were able to gain new spells with the nights rest. I will need to know any spells that are used so remember to put them with your post name. Kanchana was able to make enough of a past for everyone to make use of. It stinks kind of bad but is most definitely going to help you not be tracked.]
Brahmah, Pass without Trace(6hrs) Tuesday December 2nd, 2003 6:49:03 PM Before leaving for port, Brahmah will cast Pass without Trace. (ooc; able to target 6 taurs for 6 hours, Flat-top, himself, Taric, Gecktar, Leets and Kanchana.)
"Maybe Managarm should ride the disc with the children, they might like that. Sorry Kenisha, I couldn't cast upon you too, but I'm not that powerful yet. Closer we get to port, we must remember, it's more likely we'll run across scouts or hunters. Be alert. Expect anything."
Taric Wednesday December 3rd, 2003 1:25:29 AM
Taric will cast his disc whenever they are ready to leave. He then follows the lead of the captain, hoping they will soon reach a ship to get them safe at sea.
Kanchana d20+3=7 d20+5=13 Wednesday December 3rd, 2003 1:45:42 AM
Kanchana finishes her pasty concoction and then takes an experimental whiff of it. *ugh* "well this will work!" She says triumphantly and grins. She will put the paste into a bag and put it into her haversack until someone needs it. Kanchana searches about for some sturdy wood to build a travois from... looks like she will have to drag Vasch's body with her. Kanchana thinks "I wonder how to get rid of the drag marks though??" As she studies Vasch's body think of logistics problems she says "I can cast the tracker's bane spell too but only for two hours at a time. However my scent breaker paste should work just as good against leaving a scent trail." Looking frustrated at not being able to get rid of the drag mark problem she asks, "does any one have any idea how to get rid of drag marks? I am not strong enough to carry Vasch's body all the way to some port..." Kanchana hopes that someone has a solution to her problem.
(Search 7, Spot 13)
((If Jim allows it then Kanchana would have swapped all her level 1 drd spells for pass without trace spells... if not then Kenisha will have to walk softly and wear the paste. Also does anyone know what checks to make for dragging heavy things/people??))
Gecktar (pass without trace from Brahmah) Wednesday December 3rd, 2003 2:44:45 AM
Maybe could we build a strecher that four of us can carry it ? So no tracks will be left. I think the pace will certainly be slower but this is the only idea I have... This will spread the weight of Vasch among four of us.
(OOC : Gecktar will pray to regain the default spells shown on his sheet)
Flat-top(pass without trace from Brahmah) Wednesday December 3rd, 2003 5:06:34 AM
"That's a great idea! If we are four around the strecher, that means no deep tracks. Alright! I'll take one corner, that is if we can stand each other's scent??" Flat-top makes a little joke. "Leets! My Compradrey! hey I just made up a word for Friend?? Can we borrow two of your lances to make a strecher for Vasch, please." As am after though, He add "Maybe when we get near the harbor to get our ship, we could all wear out hooded capes, like a funeral parade. These taur don't care much for Weimic and they won't be looking for a funeral durge any way?? what do you think??" ask Flat-top. Flat-top turns to Kenisha and Kanchana "You females and the kid could be greving relatives? just following the funeral derge?"
Paw'caw[ceil] Wednesday December 3rd, 2003 5:19:26 AM
Paw'caw won't come down from her task up in the sky, Won;t go near that smell, "Caw Caw" *i only eat fish that are alive*
Managram{ceil} Wednesday December 3rd, 2003 5:22:21 AM
Managram takes his bone and will stay with the Children, *They smell better!*
OOC Jay asking Wednesday December 3rd, 2003 5:31:09 AM
What is everyones AIM or Yahoo Messenger names? (besides Eunice ;))
Kenisha and Domisha Wednesday December 3rd, 2003 6:14:55 AM
(ooc Kenisha will cast Tenser's Floating disc when it's needed to take over for Taric's; lasts 7 hrs)
Kenisha does her best to walk softly and keep an eye out for trouble on the trip. Domisha thinks it's great fun to have the big puppy on the disc and curls up with Managram to watch the wold pass by.
(Mine is Kenishacentaur on AIM but unless I know something is going on (ie a friend wants to talk to me on it, I'm rarely on.)
Leets Wednesday December 3rd, 2003 9:00:48 AM
Leets looks at Flat-Top with wide eyes.
"Your compra...what?!? Well, give up...I see what you want to do with the lances, but those were designed to be thrown, and they will be too short to do what we want, and they may break easily. However, I've seen a lot of tougher branches that would do it perfectly..."
Leets moves away for five minutes, and comes back with two long and tough branches.
"It should be sufficient, no?"
Leets then gets closer to the disk and calls for his dog.
"Managarm! Hey Managarm! Come on!"
"Jump! Jump! Yes, sit on it! Good dog!"
"Now, you'll stay here, ok, and guard the disk. Is it ok?"
Managram{Ceil} (aim-munchwagon) Wednesday December 3rd, 2003 1:45:04 PM
Managram picks up his bone and goes to Leets, follows Leets, then jumps and sits, (All this with out the lost of the bone.
To the port we are heading. (DM Jim) Wednesday December 3rd, 2003 5:23:17 PM
Taking some extra time the group sets up a stretcher that they can carry Vasch's body on. They are soon moving out towards the port and Castle Violet. The added weight and time they must spend in taking along Vasch's body, plus cover thier tracks slows you down considerably. You take several breaks so that you do not tire out much.
Stopping again for supper you find a nice little spot that will serve as a nice place to spend the night. After much time spent making yourselves ready you all will fall alseep at your time and have the following dream.
"You find yourself standing in the middle of the central square at Castle Violet in the city part. Taurs are going about their normal business as you stand looking out at the ships at dock, when you feel eyes upon you. You turn to find a liontaur staring in your direction and you find yourself moving towards him at the table he is seated at. As you draw closer you notice that he has a ghostly image of a hammer over his head. You are touched by a sudden feeling that your fates are connected somehow...but how. Suddenly you have a feeling of uncontrolable darkness grabbing at you. When you turn you see the hazy outline of a taur dressed all in black."
[I will allow Kanchana to exchange two of her first level spells. You can set your watch as you see fit and everything. Embelish the dream that you have as much as you want, just don't take it too far and remember that you are alone in the dream but the other taur in it.]
Brahmah Wednesday December 3rd, 2003 7:45:30 PM
Brahmah lays back and is fast asleep in a short time.
Taric Thursday December 4th, 2003 2:34:59 AM
Taric will help to carry the stretcher with Vasch on it.
Not used to heavy labor, Taric is glad when they stop to rest for the night. When his head hits the ground he is already vast asleep.
He will take whatever watch is needed.
Kenisha Thursday December 4th, 2003 5:42:22 AM
Kenisha is glad when the day passes peacefully.
When the dream starts, Kenisha recognizes that it is from Domi, but that doesn't stop the feeling of dread when the black taur appears. She wakes up gasping with a hand on her shoulder. Afraid that the black taur has followed her out of her dream she turns quickly and on the defensive. But it's just Leets waking her for her watch.
Brahmah Thursday December 4th, 2003 6:05:58 AM
The Captain is aware the dream is far more vivid than usual ones he has, so it must be Domi again.
Is the liontaur looking at me the one to focus on, or was it the dark clad fellow behind him that was to be the focus... or was it both? Domi continues to be mysterious.
Still, the dream isn't as disturbing as the rotting form of Raakis(maggot filled mouth and all), the Great Priest, begging for his life. That dream is still haunting, having to kill the cleric wasn't a high point in Brahmah's life. Though he can think of far worse he had done while serving on THAT ship!
Flat-top Thursday December 4th, 2003 9:08:47 AM
Flat-top while on his watch, starts to feel very tired. He leans against a tree, then falls asleep and dreams... That he is in the center of Castle Violet Square. He feels that eyes are watching his every move. Flat-top turns his head to see this Liontaur sitting at a table, he's drawn to him. As he nears this table where this Taur is, he spots a Ghostly Hammer this Taur's head. "Domi! is that you?" But the Liontaur does not talk or move, but he has a feeling that some how this Taur is like a brother to him. A feeling of dread, a Vail of darkness comes over him, He turns to see a dark Hooded Taur near... Flat-top Wakes, he's in a sweat. He then approaches Brahmah (because he's the leader) Kenisha ans Leets (because they all once saw Domi at Hearthold). Flat-top tells them about his dream, "What is Domi trying to tell us? To protect this Weimic? Are we going to meet a special Weimic? And from What? An Assassin? Or Forces of Evil??
Kanchana d20+4=19 Thursday December 4th, 2003 9:26:06 AM
Before getting some sleep Kanchana asks if she can have the last watch. She tends to Vasch's body, to see if it made the journey in relative good condition. "Thank you all for helping me with carrying Vasch. I appreciate it." Kanchana eats a little of the left over food she had in her haversack, and then lays down to sleep. She rests fitfully, her body twiching as she dreams.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Kanchana finds herself watching all of the Taurs go about their daily business as usual... no, not usual... They are moving slowly, flickering from place to place like the hot sun reflecting off of the tar-painted hulls of curraghs.
She doesn't realize where she is at first, until she hears snorts. *??* ...Oh that market...
Kanchana's thoughts gain focus and the people begin to look less and less like drifting shades and shapes. She looks at all the ships with a queezy knot in her stomach. Then she feels someone staring at her.
Kanchana wheels around and sees a fellow Wemic staring at her. She stares back at the male with disbelief written all over her features. "It's not safe here...." Kanchana ventures cautiously as she slowly walks towards the stranger. She stops and studies the ghostly hammer floating above his head. "Do I know you?"
Kanchana has an eery feeling that she somehow shares something with this stranger; something other than race.
All of a sudden; and without warning, everything feels dark and cold - as if the sun was stolen away. It is constricting and all encompassing. *fear*
Kanchana turns away from the stranger and sees another spirit figure. This one is less clear than the people at market were. This - Taur - looks to be shrouded in mist and is black as sin.
Black... mist... unclear... that can't be good.
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Kanchana starts awake in the morning just before her watch and is struggling to breathe deeply. She looks frantically around for a bit trying to gain her bearings before calming down and rubbing her eyes. She gets up and goes to the river to wash and get something to drink before praying for guidance, She prays for Vasch's soul as well. When she starts her watch she eats a few dry, cold rations. Kanchana thinks about the dream and feels that someone is trying to tell her something. Kanchana mumbles softly to herself, "I was alone, no one else was there. Only the stranger and I seemed real, and the ghastly apparition..."
(Wisdom roll to realize that the dream must be something more than a dream; a portent maybe?) (Wisdom 19)
Leets Thursday December 4th, 2003 9:59:31 AM
As Leets begins to think they will have a quiet end of journey, he finds sleep easily near the campfire...
***
When he finds himself in the middle of the market place of Castle Violet, he first searches for his friends...When he realize he's alone, he knows there's a problem, but then notices the lone Liontaur at the table...
"Master...Master Astachos! What are you doing here! Do you bring news from Mother...Uh...Oh...You're not Master Astachos...Who are..."
Leets suddenly feels a wave of cold, darkness and evil biting his very bones, chilling him like no shadow could do...He spins on himself very quickly, and finds himself sword in hand - the sword he gave to Vrurt's child, ready to fight.
"Ashur? My brother? Brother...What are you doing here too..."
Leets cautiously comes closer, tightening his grip on the hilt of his sword...
"I don't see your face...Come closer...Who...Who are you? Oh! You I recognize! You are...YOU ARE!!!"
***
Leets suddenly wakes up, sweating a lot and scared...
He drinks some water, slowly, scared at any little noise made in the night. He won't sleep anymore this night, and will pray for Domi until dawn comes...
Gecktar Thursday December 4th, 2003 3:20:14 PM
This is the perfect place after a hard day, eevn if there was no assault, the weigh of Vasch is more and more difficult to carry. Not because of the weigh of his corpse but also of the weigh of his death on their souls. Now maybe a quiet place go help giving a restful sleep. When the dream begin, Gecktar imediatly feels something strange. As the other dreams he receive from Domi. When the dark Taur appears the feeling becomes fear and as he stand up to face the darkness itself Gecktar wakes up covered whith sweat. In the morning, he talks about his dream to is Captain Brahmah. If other can hear his story it's even better.
A weary morning. (DM Jim) Thursday December 4th, 2003 4:08:40 PM
Though the dreams had been somewhat strange and frightening you all got a good nights rest. You spend the better part of the morning talking about the dream and trying to come to some understanding of it.
It is with a little heavier step that you all start out again towards Castle Violet. The going is still slower than you had expected and you still hope for the best. Then again one more days worth of travel will not make any difference and it gives you time to think.
[Kanchana realizes that the dream has something to do with a new companion...the last to fill thier number. The black figure is an unknown though as it could mean many different things.]
[Sorry for slowing things down. I am almost ready to get Tunc into the game and I wanted to do it before the end of the module. Please bear with me.]
Kanchana Thursday December 4th, 2003 5:19:45 PM
Kanchana busily smears the scent breaker on everyone including herself, as they talk and eat breakfast. She listens to the others talking about the dream. She says simply, "someone else has been Called."
Kanchana looks over at Vasch's corpse for a while, she thinks about the dark hazy figure. Kanchana wonders if it was Death itself she saw. "I wonder if we will succeed in retrieving Vasch from where he has gone?" she thinks, "that shadow means something..."
Kanchana will ready her gear and hope that she will have help this time too to carry Vash to port. She is ready to go, having memorized her spells and prayed to Mother Wold after being jolted awake from the dream.
Taric Friday December 5th, 2003 2:00:34 AM
His muscles still a bit sore and his minds filled with the remnants of the strange dream, Taric helps to carry Vasch.
Hearing the others talk about the same dream he had seemed strange at first, but then again, Imod ways were and have always been mysterious.
He listens to the others to try and figure out if they already found a clue to what it all could mean. Then Kanchana talks about the newest addition. Taric raises his eyebrows, but doesn't say anything. That must be some kind of addition, he thinks to himself.
Brahmah Friday December 5th, 2003 2:04:27 AM
Brahmah wakes up and is quiet about the dream and doesn't say much about. He helps with Vasch and apologizes to Kanchana about not helping yesterday. His eyes dart cautiously here and there through the day, looking behind trees and bushes. He checks on the children often and sends Pah'caw up to be on lookout. He also seems to be pondering a few things not related to the current issues. Overall, his mind wanders all day.
OOC: Man, up here in Washington state we're having wild winds and power outages more than usual ;). Winds 60-80mph, trees coming down, power stations blowing up, 180,000+ people out of power, schools closed, my store closed which doesn't happen often... real crazy weather here. Oh yeah, and rain.
Kenisha Friday December 5th, 2003 6:12:30 AM
Kenisha will agree that the wemic with the ghostly hammer over his head is probably a new Chosen, but what the shadowly taur means, she is not so sure about.
She remains jumpy for most of the day at every little sound.
Kenisha Friday December 5th, 2003 6:13:18 AM
Kenisha will agree that the wemic with the ghostly hammer over his head is probably a new Chosen, but what the shadowly taur means, she is not so sure about.
She remains jumpy for most of the day at every little sound.
Paw'caw{ceil} d20+15=27 Friday December 5th, 2003 6:53:56 AM
Paw'caw wakes and off she flies, Soaring high in the sky. Looking for odd things and some time food, like a noce juicy rabbit.(spoting 27)
Managram[ceil] Friday December 5th, 2003 6:57:27 AM
Managram is dreamyng and twitches as if he is chasing another animal in his dreams.(the dogs belly is full and woun't wake up for a while)
Flat-top Friday December 5th, 2003 7:04:26 AM
"I'm glad to hear that we all had about the same dream. It is from Domi, I don't think that he is replacing Vasch, I think He's adding to our ranks. Did you note that Vasch's body has not bloted?" Flat-top ask his taurs friends. To Kanchana,"When Domi chose you< He chose well!"
Leets Friday December 5th, 2003 11:42:52 AM
The Centaur paladin is obvously worried and thoughtful all the way long to castle violet...
"I undoubtly feel the sign of the gods in our dreams...Now, we have to see which message was carried..."
Hearing the other's dream with interest, Leets thinks for a while...
"For the first one with the hammer, I'm also sure it's the last one we were waiting for to fulfill our quest..."
"As for the second one...The dark one..."
Leets' eyes suddenly become darker, and he swallows with pain...
"I've been thinking of something for a while, and I wonder if this dream isn't linked to my fears but...If Domi chose his holy servants for his holy purpose...Who knows if Marteaus didn't choose his own unholy servants....We may cross their way, after all..."
Gecktar Friday December 5th, 2003 1:31:19 PM
"Hmmm, Imod ways are always shrouded as he can see many more things than we can... Maybe yes, another choosen is called." With that said he helps to carry the corpse of Vasch and as he use o, send a paryer to Imod.
Another day of travel and Castle Violet. (DM Jim) Friday December 5th, 2003 4:10:28 PM
This days travel is also uneventful in that you see or hear nothing of the lone wemic that got away. Nervousness runs rampant in the group and you all are a might jumpy. The dark taur weighs heavily on most of your minds, but the sight of Castle Violet coming into view gives you new hope and dread.
Stopping at the edge of the swampland you survey the surrounding area and find nothing out of sorts. Suddenly this close to the port and a ship home you find yourselves a little unsure. Do you really want to enter the town and maybe face that which was in your dreams, but the children must be saved.
A break is called that turns into a decision to go into town in the morning hours. You know of a little temple just inside the gates that should assist you in getting Vasch back, Gargul willing. Besides a plan of action will need to be formed to get through town with minimal trouble.
Brahmah Friday December 5th, 2003 5:38:14 PM
Brahmah finds the head of the temple as soon as we get there. He requests that the Chosen are given sanctuary until they deside to leave. He states that the children are needing a warm shelter. He only talks with the head cleric. He also asks that they revive Vasch, the dead companion.
Brahmah Friday December 5th, 2003 6:34:27 PM
REWIND!
Let's wait until eveing then move to the temple.
Then we'll ask what I asked in the first post.
Kanchana Friday December 5th, 2003 7:06:58 PM
Kanchana smiles with genuine warmth at Flat-top, "thank you." Kanchana blushes and is touched by Flat-top's words, "I believe that Father Tomi has chosen all of us well." She looks at Vasch and nods, "yes Father and Mother are looking after him. Leets, I hope that it isn't one of Marteus' servants we all saw. That Taur seemed cold and black as sin... shrouded in mist. Creepy."
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Kanchana trudges on heading back towards Castle Violet. She trusts that her paste is working satisfactorily. She looks at Castle Violet and sighs. "I don't really want to go there. Is there any chance of circumventing town all together? they didn't like me much last time I was there, and don't expect it to be any better this time." Kanchana looks unusually nervous and edgy; maybe even scared. Thoughts of snorting Minotaurs and fanatic priests are still fresh in her mind. She will follow the majority vote though; if anything she will continue to help carry Vasch to the best of her abilities. If the Chosen do go into town and if Kanchana makes it to the Temple unmolested then she will not leave the temple until a ship has been contracted, or the Gods command it. She will spend all of her time helping with Vasch and praying.
Flat-top Saturday December 6th, 2003 10:07:35 AM
Flat-top takes Kanchana's hand," Now listen to me, There's no reason to worry, If you ask me The dark Taur in our dreams is actuly Vasch trying to get back to us." Flat-top tries to see if this is impressing her, "We! Must do every thing possible to bring him back. I'll even give up my Morning Star that Domi gave me. Just to get him back. Now don't cry, just keep doing what your heart tells you to do." With this said Flat-top kisses her head.
Gecktar Sunday December 7th, 2003 5:48:52 AM
Gecktar chest is released from a strong grasp when he sees Castle Violet. Here, at the temple, somebody will help them and secure them until they find a ship. If he already knows the head priest of the temple, Gecktar will acompany Brahmah to ask for what they need and present the request for Vasch.
Kenisha Sunday December 7th, 2003 11:35:27 PM
Keeping Domisha close to her side, Kenisha will follow Brahmah; silently praying to Domi for the strength of will make it to the temple and asking that the priests there are kinder to her child than the last one they met.
Leets Monday December 8th, 2003 3:00:58 PM
Although Castke Violet is now in sight, Leets still be worried...He takes Domi's warning very seriously, an reamins aware of anything strange...
"Gecktar...We'd better remain cautious...The last High Priest of Domi who crossed our way was against us, and we had to flee...I don't know what Gargul thinks of the newborn Taurs...But...Be careful..."
Leets will ask for a quick break before the group enters the city...
"My friends...We all had the same dream, and we know we could encounter a dark, terrible foe in this place. Whatever happens once we have entered, remember we also have Domi by our side...and that the main thing is to save the little ones."
"May Domi bless you all..."
With an obvious fear, Leets will cast Bless on the group, prepare his weapons, and enter Castle Violet.
To the temple. (DM Jim) Monday December 8th, 2003 3:22:14 PM
You slip through the wooden gates of the main city without incident. It does not take long for you to reach the temple and slip inside as a young priest ushers you in. He has you follow him to a room with several plush chairs and tables. Shortly after an aged priest enters the room smiling at you. "Please...calm yourselves and relax." He shoos the young priest away to bring food and drink to the room. "Noone will harm you within these walls...there are those that understand the meaning of the passages in the scriptures." Taking a seat he stares for a little while at the two children and you see tears form in his eyes. "It is easy to tell that they are not evil." The young priest returns with several trays of meats, cheese, apples, rolls and fruit juices. The older priest sweeps his hand at the food and even takes some himsef incase you are worried, eating it before you.
You talk for several hours of the stuff that is going on around Castle Violet. You find out that you all have a bounty on your heads of 100000 gold. The races have become split, even among thier own kind, about what the birth of the child means. Old feuds have been reopened and new ones have been started.
At last you come to another matter of great importance, getting Vasch brought back from the dead. "Ahhh...yes, I do believe that we can help you out." The old priest smiles at you all and nods his head. "I will perform the ceremony myself...but you know that you will have to appease Gargul...that is not easy." With a last look at you he makes to leave the room and make preperations. "Make yourselves comfortable...if you must go out please be careful...outside we cannot protect you."
[It is possible to move out into town in disguise to have a look around. Maybe look into the last dream that Domi gave you. Get a idea of the lay of the land and all.]
Kanchana Monday December 8th, 2003 4:39:09 PM
Kanchana is; and looks, very impressed with what Flat-top has said. She looks at Flat-top and nods, "yes, I hope that it was Vasch's shade you and I; at least, saw and not something evil... But it felt so cold and dark." Looking glum she says, "my poor heart is confused and hurting... I only know that I too must do all I can to bring Vasch back and keep the Children safe." Kanchana makes a whole-hearted effort to smile when Flat-top kisses her head. She whispers "no one has done that since my mother!" She gives Flat-top's hand a light squeeze.
Kanchana pauses in thought before saying, "I am afraid of the commoners reactions though. This place is far bigger than that village. I didn't like those snorts the first time I heard them!"
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Kanchana is very tense as she walks through the gates, and she continues to be extremely on edge until the Priest shows that he means well and serves food. However her tentitive 'relaxation' is shattered when she hears about the price on their heads! Her jaw almost literally hits the floor, she is that shocked! Kanchana puts the apple she just grabbed on the table; having missed the fruitbowl in her shocked and dazed state. She registers what the Priest says about bringing Vasch back, but doesn't react to it immediately. Kanchana clumsily excuses herself from the others' company still feeling dazed. "I... I need to think. I will be praying for Vasch's safe return to us. I will include prayers to Gargul this time. Excuse me." Kanchana gives a half-bow to the priest and leaves the room going to the room where Vasch is at. Kanchana will spend several hours; if nothing pressing occurs or no one needs or wants to talk to her, praying and fasting.
Brahmah Monday December 8th, 2003 6:27:13 PM
Brahmah is careful as the approach the temple, aware of everything, and everyone. He enters last, taking one last look into the town. As he's offered the food, he inspects it and kindly declines. "Can't be too careful. A 100,000 gold could keep a small city like this going for years... or a small temple. Money can corrupt even the simplist of folk." He eyes the old priest and gives an apologetic nod, so not to directly offend him. "I've learned not to trust blindly."
As the priest leaves, and no other cleric from the temple is about, Brahmah draws his weapons and sets them on his lap. "There, now I'm comfy." He pats his Falchion. "This seems too easy, the last clerics we came across tried to burn us." He looks at the newest of the Chosen, Gecktar. "I realize Domi chose you, but you have free will too, you can leave and be safe and we won't think you cowardly. Alot of people will want that 100,000 gold! Several of us will probably die too... or again!"
Flat-top Monday December 8th, 2003 9:19:26 PM
Flat-top watches the others, but knowing that the little one are restless and really want some fruits. Flat-top will eat an apple, "Hmm! These fruits are very good" then to the mothers he said "Not to worry the little one are safe." To Leets, he tells him "Be careful Friend. I will watch the little ones here." And to Brahmah, the centaur tell him,"You know Captain, I love it when you look to the bright side of life." Flat-top smiles.
Kenisha and Domisha d20+3=21 d20+5=15 Monday December 8th, 2003 11:28:59 PM
Kenisha judges the priest's words carefully for signs of deception. It disturbs her that she has to be this untrusting of a fellow Taur, but the past few days have left her soul weary and scarred. (Sense Motive check=21)
Once the priest has left and Flat-top has bitten into the apple, Kenisha says, "I hope you don't think me morbid, my friend, but I think I shall hold off letting Domisha eat anything until we see how you fare with your apple."
(Heal check=15 on Flat-top)
Domisha for her part seems very intent on getting her fingers on some of the grapes on the table. Much to her mother's consternation.
Only after making sure that Flat-top hasn't suffered any ill effects from the food will Kenisha eat and allow Domisha to eat.
Taric Tuesday December 9th, 2003 2:10:10 AM
Taric follows along, most of the time lost in thought. When they reach the temple though and hear the priest talking about their bounty, he notices the severe reactions from some of the other Chosen.
"Well, that's the first time I'm worth my wieight in gold. And more." grins Taric.
Getting serious right away he says to both mothers. "Like Brahmah said, a lot of people will do a lot for 100,000 gold. I think it would be best if we form some kind of circle with the chairs. The children inside, the warriors outside, the spellcasters in the middle. That way in case something happens, the children will be safest."
When Kanchana leaves to go to the room where the body of Vasch remains, Taric will follow at a distance just to see where Kanchana is going. If possible, Taric will remain halfway between that room and the main room where the other Chosen are so he can keep any eye on both.
Brahmah Tuesday December 9th, 2003 3:04:12 AM
The Captain roars with laughter at Kenisha's apple comment.
Leets Tuesday December 9th, 2003 3:37:37 AM
The Centaur paladin nods at Brahmah's comment.
Although a little bit surprised by the priests' greetings, Leets will remain doubtful...He hears their words with attention, and suddenly feels a new weight on his shoulders...
"The Taur people is splintering...I have to say I thought it could happen...That's already what happened with Bloran..."
"That's such a pity...It could have been the sign for us all to unite, and instead of it it could end in a blood bath..."
Leets will do as much as he can with his clerical knowledge to help for Vasch return.
"Vasch...You have to come back friend...You don't have the choice, because Domi will need all his Chosen for the task that wait for us..."
Flat-top Tuesday December 9th, 2003 7:10:32 AM
Flat-top smiles at Kenisha as he takes a handful of grapes, eat them "Yes Mother Kenisha, That is very wise of you" Then his face grow sad, "You know I never said that I was wrong, when you had your union bless with our old friend. Now that Domisha is here,I see my old friend in her, I'm sorry that I ever doubted you." Flat-top will go to see if Kanchana and Tauric are alright, just to see them deep in prayer.
Last Comments and a Petition. (DM Jim) Tuesday December 9th, 2003 4:06:36 PM
The old priest smiles as he turns before leaving. "I do not take offense...you will find the food safe, but caution is always a necessity of life." With a last glance to the group he leaves. "I go to prepare for the ceremony to Gargul...those that want to attend can...actually you all might want to attend for a good showing and an offering to Gargul should be brought...something person and sentimental." He then leaves to the room that Vasch's body is being kept in.
Preparations are made for the ceremony to petition Gargul. Braziers are light around the room along with candles set up in ceremonial positions. The old priest uncovers Vasch's body and with special dyes starts to paint on the ritual tatoos that will help guide his spirit back with Gargul's grace. He smiles as he listens to the prayers of Kanchana to Gargul for the safe return of their friend. He sets Leets to the task of setting out those ceremonial offerings to Gargul and then have him take robes to The Chosen that want to attend.
Back in the room The Chosen have set up the chairs in a circle with thier backs facing each other. The children play in the middle of the floor with some blocks provided by one of the priests. The food has had no effect on Flat-top and is soon deemed safe to eat. You all relax as the ceremony is being prepared knowing that it will take at least an hour to get things set up.
At last it is time to start the ceremony and all those that want are present. The old priest stands in the middle of the room near an alter that Vasch's body is laying on. Two younger priests are standing to each side of him with incense holders in hand. The old priest starts reciting a prayer that tells of the glories of Gargul. With a strained look on his face he starts chanting the spell that will bring Vasch back. "Art lia monta hylina varta Gargul." His voice raises to a pitched level as he continues. "Oh great Gargul...master of the dead...I make a petition to you on behalf of The Chosen for the spirit of thier friend." Beads of sweat start to form on his face and he shakes as he pours more of his own energy into the ceremony. "This one they call Vasch has passed into your domain my Lord...he has unfinished business on this side and is needed...if it is within your wishes to let him back we would be honored." He falls back into some more praises of Gargul in the clerical tongue.
Gecktar Tuesday December 9th, 2003 4:35:55 PM
"Thanks Brahmah for you consideration. But as you said Domi choose me. How can I avoid my fate. It will certainly catch me sooner or later. I think this mission is worth, even to the cost of my life or freedom. So I will follow you... blindly... as Domi show me the ways."
Gecktar will then assist the priest in the preparation of the ceremony, and will stay praying near Vasch.
Flat-top Tuesday December 9th, 2003 5:47:26 PM
Flat-top stand there, like the stalion on guarding hid heard, But in side of him he wonders 'What came I offer to Gargul that is personal to me. I have nothing, I usaly give to the children we come across on our way.' Uneasy when Leets come along with the robes and to collect the personal offerings. Flat-top will take a robe to put on, then takes his beloved Morning Star that Domi gave him when he was first chosen, with a lump in his chest, he tell Leets "Here take my Morning Star, that Domi gave me, offer it to Gargol for the life of Vaschh." Flat-top will stand in prayer with the others.
Kanchana Tuesday December 9th, 2003 6:01:39 PM
Kanchana will continue her prayers until Leets gives her a robe. She reguards the robe and mumbles something about it not being her style before carefully removing the carved wooden symbol of Domi from her bodice with a sharp knife. She cuts a small cut on her index finger and lets her blood flow onto the holy symbol before handing the wooden shield to Leets. She wraps her cut finger in a clean piece of cloth and dons the robe. "I only have that, my prayers and my blood to give that is valuable to me. I hope that it is a worthy enough gift," Kanchana says softly. Kanchana will decline any offers of food - she will continue her fast until the ceremony is over. She will do all that she can to assist the Priest, including lending her shoulder for support if he gets dizzy or tired. Kanchana continues her prayer to Mother Wold, Father Tomi and Gargul - just silently now, as the Priest chants. Her gaze wanders between the Priest and Vasch's body.
Gargul [CDM Jerry] Tuesday December 9th, 2003 6:51:12 PM
The room darkens noticably and mists begin to swirls around viciously as if a whirlwind was actually in the room.
A voice booms deafening all.
"WHO CALLS FOR THE LIFE OF THIS ONE. SHOW THE COURAGE OF THE CHOSEN, COME, AND FACE ME! I WILL HAVE ANSWERS!"
Then there is an INCREDIBLE booming of thunder.
The body begins to rise a shimmering gateway forms and the body begins to flow through it.
Kanchana Tuesday December 9th, 2003 7:35:36 PM
Kanchana will immediately follow Vasch's body through the gate; especially since she holds herself partly responsible for his untimely demise. She is wary and a little afraid though, but shows no hesitation in haring off through the gate.
Kenisha and Domisha Tuesday December 9th, 2003 11:23:48 PM
When Leets comes to hand out the robes and to collect the offerings, Kenisha bites her lower lip but stil she unbraids one lock and untangles the agate bead that was held there.
"Save for my precious Domisha, this bead is all I have left from Kalon. He gave it to me the day we declared ourselves bonded to one another." Kenisha places the bead in Leets' hand and curls his fingers around it tightly.
She then dons the robe provided.
Domisha, having watched her mother and the others giving things, clomps over and, with a winsome smile, hands Leets a half wilted/half dried crown of flowers she has been carrying for the past few days.
Kenisha (cont) Tuesday December 9th, 2003 11:29:38 PM
(oops I forgot to reload the page before entering my post, so I didn't see Jerry's til now. And Netscape 7.1 is really starting to bug me. :( )
When the gateway forms, Kenisha turns to Vrurt, "Keep Domisha safe for me. This is something I must do." before making her way through the portal.
Flat-top Wednesday December 10th, 2003 12:42:54 AM
Flat-top watches the ceremony and when the portals open, with his head bowed flat-top will follow the body to the other side. Whispering to himself 'This is the second time I came in here. But if it will help the Weimic Vasch.'
Taric Wednesday December 10th, 2003 1:13:00 AM
Taric can't think of anything valuable to himself. Not many things had real value to him. Then he realizes it. His callligraphy tools. He hadn't been able to make any drawings the past weeks, but it was one of his most beloved things. Rumagging through his backpack he takes out the tools and 1 sheet of paper and hands them to Leets.
Taric then dons the robe and follows the others, standing in silent prayer until the gate opens. Taric hesitates just for a second, but then follow inside.
Brahmah Wednesday December 10th, 2003 1:48:40 AM
As the Chosen enter, one after the other, the Captain dons a robe and enters behind Taric. He whispers to the mage after seeing the hesitation, "This is new to me too."
As the Lord of the Dead speaks, a chill runs in Brahmah's spine, the same chill that caught him after fighting Raakis when he nearly died... a feeling of familiarity or deja vu.
"Lord, Brahmah Captain and leader of the Chosen, I am a simple ranger of the Wide Blue Waters in life and a warrior for Domi in spirit.... this Chosen of Domi, Vasch, is a mighty spirit and fell in defense of the Children of Domi and his fellow Chosen. He serves Domi in all things and will serve you well, if you choose to take him. However, I don't believe he's ready for the Lands of the Dead. He will be a great asset in the coming conflicts."
The Captain unbraids the feather from his hair and offers it to Gargul. "This belonged to a great bard, and friend, Zeoll the Greater... he's here with you, he might like this back... if you'd be ablidged, Lord. Tell him hello."
Leets Wednesday December 10th, 2003 4:37:00 AM
A veil of sadness covers Leets eyes as he gathers the gifts for Gargul. He sincerely hope he won't have to perform such a ceremony anymore, but deep inside he also knows that the Chosen quest is not over..Not at all...
Once he has offered the gifts, he takes his own shield.
"Here the holy protector Domi himself once offered me at the Hearthold Keep, home of the Chosen and haven of the Reunited Heart. I'm greatly honored to offer it to you, allmighty Lord of the Deads, for it contains a holy sparkle of Domi's power..."
Leets put the shield near the altar, with all the other gifts.
As Gargul appears impressively, Leets has to gather his moral strength before making a first step in thed irection of the portal.
"Lord of the Deads! The Chosen won't let one of them alone in the dark before his time has come! We still have a lot to do, and by Domi's will we must bring back our brother Taur! I'm ready to face you for Vasch returns, for our quest is holy and righteous!"
Leets makes one last step to reach the portal.
Paw'caw[ceil] Wednesday December 10th, 2003 6:27:24 AM
Paw'caw for once she will not take a comand from Brahmah, She's purch with the children and will not enter the Portal.
Managram{ceil} Wednesday December 10th, 2003 6:53:33 AM
Managram follows Leets every where, except when it came time to enter the portal. Managram just sit there (in frount of the portal) and whines "Whines".
Gecktar Wednesday December 10th, 2003 4:00:32 PM
Gecktar helps the priest for the ceremony and join his prayers to those of all other. When the portal opens and the thunder sounds in the room, Gecktar feels a compulsion to go thru the it. Standing up and taking his hammer in both hands he approches the portal. "You know who I am as you are omniscient, you also knows that I faithfully serve Domi. This is his symbol that I give to you the strength of my faith is almost as strong as the steel of this weapon. And... I ... knows one thing : the fate of Vasch is by our side to fight the emisaries of Evil. Our fight is right as Leets said. We must gather all forces we can find. Vasch was one of them. May you, in your greatness and your glory find the way to our hearts to see the emptyness that the death of our friend leave." After saying that he cross the portal leaving his hammer beyond.
Gargul [CDM Jerry] Wednesday December 10th, 2003 7:55:12 PM
The assemblage comes through to the other side. Here the colors are brighter and the warmth of the sun coming in through the far end of the amphitheatre warming of both heart and bones.
The front of the amphitheatre is bleak and black filled with darkness making this a scene of extreme contrasts.
The body floats towards the throne and stops there.
A voice booms, "HOW DID THIS CHOSEN ONE DIE AND WHO CLAIMS RESPONSIBILITY FOR HIS DEMISE?
"SPEAK TO ME OF THE MANNER OF THIS EVENT. I WOULD HEAR YOU VOICE IT."
Upon the throne, floating in his spiritual form is a single eye. None can look into it directly without seeing his own mortality.
Domi [CDM Jerry] Wednesday December 10th, 2003 8:02:05 PM
A second immortal voice speaks walking in from the bright golden fields. Wearing a monk robe, he approaches.
"I TOO WOULD HEAR THE VOICING OF THIS TALE. SPEAK IT TRUTHFULLY AND SPEAK IT WELL -- FOR I AM DISTURBED BY RECENT EVENTS AND WOULD SEE WHAT FORM OF COURAGE CAN BE DEMONSTRATED THIS DAY!"
Domi does not look happy. His hands close and clench as if he wishes an opponent was in those massive hands.
Brahmah Wednesday December 10th, 2003 11:52:39 PM
The Captain's eyes get large and teary as he sees Domi, upset and chastizing the Chosen. "LORD, I am the leader of the Chosen and hereby responsible for our actions." He steps forward, placing himself inbetween the Chosen and the Gods.
"I suppose the incidents started in the village where your blessed ones were born. The villagers there weren't happy with what they called 'the Ambominations', so Vrurt the mother of one child ran to save herself and newborn. Meanwhile, the Chosen had been in the center courtyard fending off the advancing villagers, who wanted Kenisha and Domisha dead as well, so we set an escape and left in search of Vrurt and the child. The village was damaged in the escape, but not directly by us. We fled to an island, where...wait, we ran acrossed some pilgrims who came with gifts for the children. Then we came to the island, Lord Domi, were Vrurt befriended a dryad who was protecting her. Little did we know that the Mailed Fist followed us from the village. There was parlay, then a battle, led by myself and the leader of the Fist called Miroband. The assault on us was brutal, they had archers, a cleric or two and a wizard, all who bombarded us fast and heavy. We were disorganized and ... well, lacking cooperation. But, eventually, we proveiled but were badly hurt. Miroband escaped in a magical fashion, but not before leaving his fellows behind, like a coward. Vasch did not fall there. All of us were hurt. I commanded the withdrawl from the dryad island and was in such a hurry to get away because we had no idea if he'd return with reinforcements, I failed to have our healers work their healings. No efforts were made to heal in the escape or that night when we constructed a raft for the mothers and children. The next day we set out, raft and all, down river. Vasch was our advanced scout, he seemed tense, calls were made to him, he continued on. There was an ambush set by six wemic. As far as I know, they weren't associated with Miroband. Vasch was the first of us encountered. To the best of my knowledge, he attacked with little hesitation and was too fast. Seconds later he fell, it happened soo fast, Lord. It could have been prevented, but even now, I don't know how!" Brahmah's head falls to a bow. "I failed. You. Them." "I'll do anything. I do not know your will, Lord, do you want Vasch with you?" Brahmah hesitates. "Do you want me?"
Kanchana Thursday December 11th, 2003 2:24:22 AM
Kanchana looks at both Gods with wide eyes and quickly averts her gaze to the floor. She listens very carefully to Brahmah's words. When he finishes she steps up next to him and politely clears her throat; she looks up at the Gods for a brief second before dropping her gaze.
"Exalted High Fathers - I, Kanchana of the Vuai pride, Warden of Mother Wold, petty wizard and Called to serve High Father Tomi and His people, have need to speak as well. Captain Brahmah has made a few omissions to protect me. There was only one 'healer' among us then; me. I too have failed You, the Chosen and especially Vasch." She will not look at Brahmah as she stands next to him, knowing that he will not be very pleased that she; once again, has defied his leadership. Kanchana holds only herself responsible for what happend to Vasch and will not have anyone else take the blame.
Her voice is filled with anguish and shame as she continues, "That night after battle when we rested, I offered what healing I could give. I am no cleric so mostly my healing comes from herbs and mundane means, or magic items. Few accepted my offer. I am guilty of not making them accept it. I am guilty of selfishness... I was tired and heart-weary; I did not care enough. ...I didn't want to fight the humans... they do not understand what had happend, and should never have interfered... Most of all I am guilty of pettiness, my Healing wand is my own and I wanted to conserve it's uses." Kanchana goes silent for a moment fighting a lump in her throat and tears. "I utterly failed my calling as a Healer due to miserliness. Vasch payed the price that I should have paid. I wish that he should live. If one should take Vasch's place in Gargul's pridelands then it should be me not Captain Brahmah or Vasch. I will do so willingly if that is what is needed."
Kanchana glances askance for a heartbeat or two and reachs over and gives Brahmah's closest hand a quick, light squeeze before clasping her hands in front of her again. "High Fathers, Captain Brahmah is a good captain. He is not at fault for my unruliness. I do not listen well. I know that right now he is mentally shaking his head at my continued insubordinations. I will not have him pay for my faults. The Chosen and the children need his guidance. I, however, am no longer necessary now that we have a true Healer Called to stand with us." Kanchana is being utterly sincere and is certain that she alone has no real role of importance to fill. She repeats to herself 'Father Tomi loves all of his children. Mother Wold loves all of her children. They will see that Vasch is safe.' She ignores for the moment the terrible fact that Father Tomi is very upset.
Kenisha Thursday December 11th, 2003 6:23:02 AM
Kenisha steps forward next; bowing deeply before the Gods.
"Divine Fathers, I too must accept some responibility. In my pride, I did not think to stay behind at Hearthold Isle while the others went to find the child we saw in our dreams. Because of this, we were not near to Vrurt when she had her child; forcing her to flee on her own with her child. Because of my weakened state and my child, the Chosen could not catch up to Vrurt as quickly as they would have without me."
She falls silent for a moment then bows again. "You Wills be Done."
Flat-top Thursday December 11th, 2003 7:36:13 AM
Flat-top steps up next, with his head bowed, he speaks "My Lord Domi, you knoe me very well, I have served your wishes with out question. But it was not our Captain fault, it was ours. I build the raft that had taken thr children down the stream. When we came upon the ambush those weimic set up. I had to stand beside the raft on the ground that I was the last wall they had to go through, I had to protect those little one. But that's no excuse to let a fine fighter of yours die."
Then Flat-top turns to Gadgul, "Lord of the land of the Dead, You hold four of the Weimic we killed, so that they would not get to the children, They ambush and killed the hero of the Chosen, he gave up his life for the sake of the Unitaurs. Vasch did his best with out question, he held off these cowards untill the rest of us arrived. Please I beg of you, give Vasch back to the Chosen, for the job is not done yet and take me instead. I will do what ever you decied."
Taric Thursday December 11th, 2003 9:13:42 AM
Taric tries to look up, but seeing the anguish in Imod and the eye of Gargul, he casts his eyes down quickly an when nodoby else speaks, says, barely audible above a whisper:
"I am just a simple Taur. I am to blame for what happened. Putting The Art higher than your and our goal, unifying all the Taurs under your way, my Lord Imod. Thinking myself bigger than to use every resource that was available to me. For not studying hard enough to prevent the situations that arose, instead of fighting them. I've learned humbleness from those events, but I know I've too much to learn to continue on. Vasch always was ready and is too valuable to the Chosen. I'll take his place here with you, oh Lord Gargul, if only you could let Vasch fullfill the destiny he has....."
Taric's voice trails away. A single tear forms in his lefteye and slowly slides across his cheek. He is trembling light, but unmistakenly. It is obvious all this could be too much for him.
Leets Thursday December 11th, 2003 1:04:45 PM
After his fellows speak and say their own point of view, Leets falls on his four knees. True tears flows on his cheek, and his hands are tightly joined in a prayer.
However, when Taric finishes his last word, he stands up, wipes his nose, and firmly closes his fists.
"Holy Father...Allmighty Lord of the Deads...If a stranger could see this scene, surely he would be surprised to see two gods facing only a handful of humble servants. However, when he would know that a brave, blind and devoted sacrifice is at the very center of this event, he would probably understand."
"Holy Father, Vasch died bravely serving you. I now see that a legion of opponents is rising from the darkness of evil to step accross the way of our holy quest. And Vasch is only one victim of the war that is taking place..."
"I also claim responsability for the dramatic event that led to the lost of a brave servant of Your Will. Yourself, Holy Father, offered me a sparkle of your holy power to grant protection to our fellowship in this holy quest. Protection, that's what I, myself, should grant to my comrades in arms...My friends...Spiritual protection, against the mists of darkness that are about to rise on our way...And physical protection, so that everybody reaches the end of the journey..."
"I failed, Holy Father, because the doubt has darkened my faith. There is, Holy Father, too much taur blood on my hands for me to keep in mind our final, holy goal. There are, Holy Father, too much Taur brothers standing on my way, their eye blind to your miracle, and their ear deaf to your holy words. There are, Holy Father, too many Taur Brothers who want the death of hope, the death of innocent babies...Too much weight, Holy Father, for my heart and soul. I doubted, and failed to protect my friends. To serve your holy servant."
"Because of this, Holy Father, I could offer my life for Vasch's life. But I won't."
"Holy Father Domi, Allmighty Lord of the Deads, we need all the Chosen in those troubled time. Whoever they are. Captain, healer, living and deads. The storm that clouds my faith, Holy Father, can only be cleared by the hope of better days, and I want all my friends to be there, I, want to be there, to see this day when it will come. I won't beg you, I don't deserve anything. I only trust your wisdom and your divine nature: the Wold needs the Chosen. Now, all together, for the best, for hope."
Leets bows, and steps backward. Some anger can be heard in his voice, and blood stains his hands. He will then remain silent, waiting for the gods reaction.
Gecktar Thursday December 11th, 2003 1:25:02 PM
Gecktar stays silent. Dwarfed by the presence of his Lord and Gargul. No need to say that if he is here significate that he accept the fate Domi weave for him. Be it staying here in Gargul's kingdom to help Vasch rebirth to the earth. No need to say that everyone in the group make some fault that can designate him for being responsible of the death of Vasch, even him as he don't heal them as soon as he saw they was wounded. No need to say that the responsabilities are somewhere else... No need to say that beyond the ambush, sapping the effort of the chosen hide in shrouded darkness Marteaus and his emisaries. No need to say that if Vasch fall, it's because on the dark schemes of Marteaus making everything to stop the chosen as their quest is right. No need to say that each chosen is a important piece on the chessboard and that the mission of Vasch isn't finished...
No need to say... I love you my lord... And I will give my life ten times if I could. But I will always hope that only one will be sufficient to accomplish the quest you give me, with the strength and courage you give to me.
Gargul [CDM Jerry] Thursday December 11th, 2003 10:29:46 PM
Gargul broods. The eye floats. It then desolves into a tan skinned man in travelling clothes.
He stands. And stares at Kanchana. Nothing is said out loud, but there is communication in that stare. Communication that says that things will get tougher. Combats more deadly. Opponents bolder. She must realize that healing belongs to all. He charges her in that moment to see that the party healing is better organized. That all have potions. That all who can heal, even thieves who can sometimes make such things work, carry ample healing. He charges her to keep her party as fit and ready to defend themselves as is possible at all times.
Then the God of Death and Life smiles and looks to Domi, The God of Courage.
"THEY WEAR YOUR COURAGE WELL INDEED.'
Domi [CDM Jerry] Thursday December 11th, 2003 10:39:32 PM
"I AM PROUD.
"I WAS ANXIOUS ABOUT PRIDE. BUT I SEE ONLY DEDICATION. THEY WILL LEARN. THIS IS A HARD LESSON.
"HOWEVER IT IS NOT THEM THAT TROUBLES ME. IT IS THE EVIL THAT RAISES ITS HEAD AGAINST MY TAURS! THE GODS OF TESTING THINK THEY CAN TEST ME ANE MINE!
"HEAR ME, MY CHOSEN AND BEWARE. THE TIME OF TESTING IS ABOUT TO BEGIN.
"TAURS MAY FORSAKE YOU. I WILL NOT."
GARGUL [CDM Jerry] Thursday December 11th, 2003 10:45:18 PM
"NOR WILL I. YOU HAVE EARNED THE LIFE OF YOUR FRIEND WITHOUT CONSEQUENCE.
"YOU HAVE REMINDED ME THIS DAY WHY I STRIVE SERVE THE NOBLE RACES AS GOD. IT HAS BEEN AN HONOR TO RETURN YOUR COMPANION TO YOU. MEETING YOU HAS FILLED ME WITH PRIDE.
"LIVE WELL!
"NOW GO!
The Return of a Friend [DM Jerry] Thursday December 11th, 2003 10:49:24 PM
Vasch sits up slowly. Looking around he takes in the contrast of darkened amphitheatre and sunlight beyond.
He is alive.
[Jerry: Wow friends! You've impressed me with your roleplay here. Let me reward you for this with two wands of Cure Serious Wounds cast at 15th level. Use them! [grinning]]
Brahmah Friday December 12th, 2003 12:21:29 AM
Watching Vasch sit up, the minotaur helps his friend up and starts to leave. He turns to his Gods. "Lords." He says simply, with a tilt of his head.
Thinking to himself, 'Domi is Proud of us? An Honor for the Death God?' These words would have great meaning to the Captain, until he makes his final journey to the Lands of the Dead. Things will change for the Captain...
Kanchana Friday December 12th, 2003 12:46:29 AM
Kanchana feels compelled to look up, and looks straight at Gargul in his new aspect. Though nothing is said she 'instinctively' realizes that he is tasking her with the health of the others, and that she needs to change her way of thinking. She knows that she has a huge task ahead of her, one she intends to take very seriously. This is pretty profound and Kanchana is feeling rather overwhelmed, but determined to learn from this. Kanchana thinks "we are going to need more healing wands. I wonder who else can use them? I will ask..." Kanchana shakes her head slightly; as if to clear it, "High Fathers, thank you so very much for this greatest gift of life for Vasch!" Kanchana is beaming and gives both Gods a low,very reverential bow. Then she hurries over to Vasch and giving him a big hug. She also helps Vasch to leave. Kanchana thinks about what Gargul and Tomi have said about being proud and being honored, and she has no words for how that makes her feel. It is so profound and full of meaning that her poor heart and head just can't quite fathom it all. Proud... honored... wow! She will never forget this experience for as long as she lives, nor the charge given her.
(If Kanchana is given the two wands after Gargul charges her with the safe-keeping of the others health, then she will make sure that Gecktar gets one of them ASAP after exiting the portal. She figures that it would be right for Gecktar and her to have them to dispense for the Chosen, as they will probably be the primary healers. After that she will hear who else can use a wand of healing and will see if whatever wands the Chosen have can be split up so that everyone who can will have a chance to help a team-mate in need of healing.)
Brahmah Friday December 12th, 2003 1:39:54 AM
"Kanchana, I can use one. Though, I'll be on the front line o'battle and will likely NOT be using it." He smiles.
Kenisha Friday December 12th, 2003 2:50:42 AM
Tears spring to Kenisha's eyes as she hears those words from the Gods. She bows very low then as Vasch sits up she clasps her hands over her mouth and trots over to him, resting a hand on his shoulder.
(OOc- Actually, having someone in the thick of battle with a wand isn't a bad idea. Just like in real life with our First Responders, the first person to notice there is a problem is usually the closest one there.)
Eunice (Kanchana) OOC Friday December 12th, 2003 4:39:08 AM
Yes I agree. I would like to start an email discussion on this topic shortly. Everyone willing.... I think that everyone who can use a wand should have a CLW wand (they are the cheapest; so far more accessible to purchase).
Flat-top Friday December 12th, 2003 7:40:36 AM
This is the third time he stands before his Lord Domi, and it is still the same feeling. As Lord Gargul passes by, almost the same feeling for this God, Flat-top will have a more of an understanding of the God of Death. As Vasch rises and come back to them. He bows to the Gods "Thank you for our Brother." Then leaves with the rest of the Taurs.
Leets Friday December 12th, 2003 11:57:05 AM
The Centaur paladin runs at Vasch when he comes back, and help him stand on his legs as he realize his fellow is alive.
"Oh! Oh thank you Allmighty Lord of the Deads!"
He bows with a whole new respect at Domi, and nods.
"Holy Father, once more your words knew how to touch our hearts and soul in those troubled time. Hearing from your mouth that an ennemy is rising made my doubts a new faith. This opponent now has a face, and he will soon now that the sparkle of holy power Domi grants to his servants can become a fiery fire..."
"Thanks you, Allmighty Lord. Thank you for all..."
OOC: Gecktar could be good choice for the "first line healer". He's new and we haven't discussed his role, but he seems to have both fighting and healing abilities, no?
"Holy
Vasch Friday December 12th, 2003 2:32:51 PM
With a great gasp, Vasch's eyes open. he sits up with help of the others. "The pridelands," he pauses, "They are beautiful." He looks up to all the others, "I felt a pull, a task left undone. At the time I didn't know what it was. As I ran through the grasslands and with the my ancestors, I felt it. The pull became incredible. It was all I could do to run with the others." He stops and thinks. It is apparent that he still has some memories of the beyond. "I remember breaking away from the others." Vasch looks at Brahmah, "They just smiled as if they knew; they knew my time had not yet come." Vasch's gaze, after looking at the others, fixes with Kanchana. "I ran and I ran. The once lush pridelands moved faster and faster until it look like a blur around me. Faster and faster I moved; the sights around me slowly became black. Everywhere was black except for a small bit of white out in front of me. It was small at first, very small. I had to concentrate to even see it. Closer and closer I got; larger and larger it became until the white replaced the black and I opened my eyes here before all of you."
He stands and accepts the greetings of the others. "I'm glad to be back with you, and I'm sorry for any worry I caused. I can only hope to be worthy of the gift, the second chance you have given me."
Vasch turns to Tomi and Gargul. Kneeling he speaks, "Thank you my lords."
Gecktar Friday December 12th, 2003 4:16:25 PM
As usually with simple words Domi gives all the Chosen strength and courage to fight the enemy. His eyes filled with tears Gecktar kneel before the two Gods wording in his mind thanks for the returned life of Vasch. He then take the portal back. When in the temple they put in action the words of Gargul to have better healing strategy.
OOC : I have a wand full of CLW. As a cleric I can take the role of the "first line healer". Not bad in fight but above all able to provide some enhancements for the fighters... and of course some healing.
Back in the cloister. (DM Jim) Friday December 12th, 2003 4:19:41 PM
Back in the inner cloister of the temple you find yourselves embracing your returned friend. The old priest smiles wearily as he leans on the two younger priests. "I take it that you found favor with my lord Gargul." With a nod the two young priests start to lead him out of the room and most obviously to his bed. With a last look back the priest gestures to the tokens that you had given to Gargul. "Your show of faith was strong...these things belong to you still." As he is walking away you hear him speaking lightly. "A test that they have passes with admiration...more though I see for them."
Shortly after the old priest is taken to his bed one of the two young priests comes back. "I am to take you to a room that you may get some rest at." With a pause at the door he makes sure that you are ready to leave, he then leads you to a nice room with several taur type beds set up on the floor. You find the children already alseep with Vrurt standing watch over them. She consciously switches the morningstar in her hand as she smiles to the group. You all settle down and get some much needed rest after a meeting with two gods.
Early the next morning you find yourselves awaken by the same young priest who takes you all to a table set up with food. The old priest enters though slowly, still feeling the effects of yesterday. He smiles as he takes a seat at the table. "You are in better spirits this morning I see." He takes some of the biscuits and eats them slowly, after spreading a fruit paste on them. "Gargul sent me a message in my dreams last night that two are waiting for you in the streets. The liontaur is eating in the central square looking the bright warriors and the other is darker than blackness." With a shudder he takes another bite of his biscuit. "I fear this is a bad omen." The rest of the meal he is mostly silent. With the well wishes of the old priest and several others of the clergy here they see you off on your quest.
The streets are a bustle with taurs going about thier regular business. Noone seems to make a commotion about you walking down the street. Some of them do point and stare but overall they seem to shy away. Then you spot the liontaur from your dream and you can almost make out the hammer floating over his head. He looks up as if sensing your presence and his destiny.
[Here is your entrance Tunc, make the best of it.]
[A long post this time to move you on a little, but feel free to post to anything that I have done in this one from the beginning.]
Tunc - Hello Friday December 12th, 2003 5:54:06 PM
OOC: Hello everyone. You have done indeed amazing in front of the Gods. It is very nice to be a part of the group. I am at your service. Also open to any feedback or suggestion, as I am new here. Thank you also for the short summary of the recent events to the Gods. It has been also helpful for me.
Toros Friday December 12th, 2003 6:25:00 PM
Toros looks around, the people, streets, buildings... all seeming to be familiar to him. But cannot identify the source of this familiarity: Was it because he came here before, confuses with another place he went, or even saw in his dream. Anyway, this feeling of strange familiarity makes him to perceive anything around him much lively than normal. He feels that even if it was not in the past, after this time today and this place will be a very vivid memory in his mind and soul!
What he was doing here? He does not know, yet minds neither the question nor the answer.
Then, he recognizes the group of Taurs. From his viewpoint they are at the center of attention, moving fluently in the street to his direction, as if the crowd is giving way for them to walk towards and eventually meet him.
Kanchana d20+5=13 d20+3=8 Saturday December 13th, 2003 6:18:32 PM
Kanchana will take back her symbol of Domi, she will not clean her dried blood from it. Later that evening she will wrap herself in her cloak and take off her bodice so she can sew the shield back on. As she sews; and if no one else has gone to sleep yet, Kanchana will mention what she noticed a while back about the wands. "I looked at the wands we collected from our foes and they look somewhat similar to my own wand. It is expensive to determine exactly what a magic item can do. Does anyone have any ideas on how to find out what wands that we may have?" Kanchana takes a look at her half finished work, "I think that it might be an idea that anyone among us who can use a wand of healing should have one, just in case. I gave Gecktar one of the wands that Gargul gave us. The lesser wands are expensive, but still accessible for us I suppose..." She pauses as she continues to sew. "What do you think? I mean I still think that we should have designated primary Healers, but it cannot do any harm to have others do what they can either." Kanchana finishes her stitching and carefully puts her clothing back on under her cloak. Unless prompted Kanchana will not speak more of this matter until everyone has thought it over. She will go to bed early if given the chance.
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In the morning Kanchana will eat a light breakfast. She stares at the priest in surprise as he mentions the two Taurs that she also dreamed of. "Bad omen?? Do you have any clue as to what that dream may mean Honored One?" Kanchana shivers as she thinks back to her dream. Before leaving the table Kanchana will pack herself a bag lunch just in case.
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When everyone leaves the temple (heading for the docks maybe?) Kanchana puts on her cloak, but doesn't pull up the hood. Her uneasiness returns and she seems quite jittery. She doen't bother really looking around at people and things much. Kanchana is bothered that people are avoiding the Chosen like a plague. Kanchana just follows the others to where they are going, until... She stops dead in her tracks as she thinks she sees the Wemic from her dream. Kanchana just stands there staring at him, even after he had looked up from whatever he was doing. She takes a deep breath and begins to cast about for the Dark One that she saw in the dream too. Kanchana feels fear whelming up in her and her vision starts to blur. She hurries to catch up with the others, while trying to keep an eye on the Wemic that she thinks she may have seen before.
(Spot 13, Search 8)
((OOC: Greetings Tunc! Welcome to the Chosen of Domi. I hope that you have a great time here.))
Taric Sunday December 14th, 2003 1:07:34 AM
Taric is silent. The meeting with Imod and Gargul has left his mind spinning. He now spends every minute he has trying to contemplate what exactly happened in the past hours.
Although he is confused about a lot of things, one decision has entered his mind firmly now. He will use the more destructive forces of The Art if that would further the goals of Imod. He would need to get a hold of some scrolls or maybe even a wand. But he knows for sure he will do it, if only to prevent the loss of one of the Chosen.
Deep in thought he doesn't notice anything in his surroundings, just following the other Chosen. Until, as if by an invisible force, his head is lifted upwards and Taric looks at the oh so familiar Taur from the dream. Taric blinks a few times, but the Taur is still there. Shaking his head to clear his thoughts, Taric looks at the Taur, but makes sure he is not staring him down. He stands at ease, waiting for the Taur to introduce himself.
Then Taric remembers the bad omen the pirest talked about. Taric looks around nervously, his invisibility spell on the tip of his tongue, ready to disappear from view so he could better do his job.
Vasch Sunday December 14th, 2003 11:31:21 AM
Vasch as with many of the others seems to be reflecting on different things. Vasch's mind drifts occasionally back to the pridelands, but he finds that the memories he had but a moment ago have faded from his mind a faint reminder of the afterlife. Soon it is all nothing more than a feeling he can't quite put his finger on.
Vasch sees Kanchana looking at her symbol. He approaches her slowly as not to disturb her thought. Moving to face her he says softly, "May I?" He says reaching for her symbol. He begins to clean if she lets him. "It wasn't your fault...or that of any of the others." He pauses to take her hand. "I'll have to be more careful. I can remember nothing of the pridelands..." He lifts her chin, "I know this...there was a feeling of peace. A peace I'd like to bring here to not only our people, but all of Tomi's children."
He finishes cleaning her symbol, if she had let him, and returns it. He smiles at her, "There are enough frowns in this world. Smile, and let us be an example to all." He turns and leaves.
Flat-top Sunday December 14th, 2003 2:47:41 PM
Flat-top advances apon the two weimic, He puts an arm apon each of their shoulders, "I hate to break up this lovely moment, I know Brother Taur, Kanchana is very beautiful and let me tell you a very good dancer. But if you look over there near those tables, there is a very familure figure of a liontaur. Does he not look familure to you? The one in a dream?? Let's us go over to him and introduce ourselves, and see if he's the Chosen of Domi!" Flat-top trots over to the Taur, "Hello! my name is Flat-top,(flat-top extends his hand) I beleive we have something in common?? But first we should go to see about a ship. Want to come along?"
Toros Sunday December 14th, 2003 5:29:42 PM
Toros replies Flat-Top with a nice smile in his face. (also extending his hand) "Hello, I am Toros. Nice to meet you." He also greets Kanchana, Taric, Vasch and the others one by one, as they approach. "Going to see a ship sounds nice, I will be happy to join you"
When they start walking together initially, he kindly tells about himself, replying any questions and shows a sincere interest to learn more about the group in general.
Kenisha d20+4=18 d20+2=9 Sunday December 14th, 2003 11:40:11 PM
Kenisha is nervous and skittish as the group leaves the temple. She keeps Domisha close to her and motions Vrurt to stay close as well.
Her heart practically leaps into her throat as she sees the wemic from her dream; knowing that the dark Taur is very close now. She leans close to Vrurt and whispers, "We may run into trouble, if we do, take the children and get them under cover. But don't go too far, we have to know where you are in order to defend you."
She then moves in closer to the others, smiling at the wemic.
(Spot=18; Listen=9)
Brahmah Sunday December 14th, 2003 11:40:47 PM
OOC: Welcome Tunc!
Brahmah tells Vasch, "It's good that your back."
Turning to Kanchana, "Warden, don't be sad, you've met the Gods. That is a reason to be happy."
When they cross Toros, Brahmah just approaches, saying nothing at first. He stands, with arms crossed, looking around alert for the Dark taur o the Dream. Finally, he speaks. "I'm Brahmah, Captain of the Chosen. Have you been followed or attacked here, or on your way here?" He steps towards the taur and just looks at him, with no emotion. "You freely would join a group you don't know, Toros?"
Toros Monday December 15th, 2003 2:18:09 AM
While he takes Flat-Tops`s welcome so naturally, Brahmah`s alertness and seriousness suprises Toros.
"If I am invited, why not!! And I don`t think I have a better thing to do at the moment."
"Anyway nice to see meet you Captain and all. Actually, you all look familiar to me but I do not know how. Usually, just the opposite happens," a big smile appears in Toros`s face, "I am found to be very familiar by the people I meet". He becomes to feel happy for realizing this, without imagining how this expression could be understood by these for the first-time-met people.
"And you said `attack` or `being followed`, no, no such thing has happened", Toros tries to provide a satisfactory reply to Brahmah, as a show of his respect, but it is absolute that this does not make so much sense for him.
Brahmah Monday December 15th, 2003 3:56:39 AM
The sereal nature of the last few days has taken a toll on Brahmah, but this isn't physically obvious, until he snaps out the round of questioning to Toros. The Captain has had several life altering events happen to close to each other that he is unable, presently, to oganize them. Knowing now that the Two value life even more than himself, hits Brahmah like a mast driven by gale winds. The lives of the Chosen are far more valuable than the gold he carries, the falchion his father gave him and even the clothes on his back. He would lay down his life for even the lowest of taurs, be them begger or brigand.
"I'm sorry for the inquiries Toros, you are quite welcome among the Chosen. We must be cautious, more now than ever before." Brahmah smiles, that very familiar childlike smile. "O'course your welcome and familiar to me as well." He roars with laughter and embraces Toros with a huge hug. "Come. We are off! Ever eaten ship food? How are you sea legs?" He wraps a massively muscular arm around Toros shoulder and walks.
Toros Monday December 15th, 2003 4:35:36 AM
Toros returns the hug and roar as well, "ha, ha, I like all kind of food, but who is the cook, you? Flat-top? Or any of you.., ah please give me some time to learn all of your names, and forgive me, if I make any mistakes at the beginning. It is hard to memorize them all at once, let me recall Captain, Brahmah; Flat-Top and ..."
Leets Monday December 15th, 2003 6:48:41 AM
Leets feels as if many things changed inside of him since he met Domi once more... He now knows what task he has to among - and with the Chosen...
When walking the streets of Castle Violet, he mostly looks around the group for any appearance of the Dark Taur...Although he politely nods at Toros, he trust Brahmah to welcome him among the group.
"Flat-Top, do you remember from where he arrived...I mean, the dark one?"
Even if his weapons are not in hand, Leets stands ready to face a sudden danger...
(Detect evil)
Flat-top d20+7=14 d20+4=5 Monday December 15th, 2003 8:11:02 AM
"Yes! Leets, I remember in my dream of Toros sitting at a table, not talking just staring a head of him. A strange feeling came oner me, I turn around and there he was. The dark figure was in back of me??. So I think we better watch our backs." He is telling Leet as he listens and serches the taurs around them.
OOC: Listens 14 and serches 5 (Flat-top is going blind)
Vasch d20+9=19 d20+5=10 Monday December 15th, 2003 8:51:56 AM
Vasch turns from Kanchana and grabs Flat-top by the shoulders, "A ship, let us find one and go to this sanctuary. I am eager to see it."
"I'm glad to be back." Vasch responds to Brahmah placing a hand on the Captain's shoulder.
Vasch makes it a point to go see Domisha and Kenisha. "Glad to see you and Domisha are safe." He looks down to the young taur and smiles. "Have you been good for your mother?" He looks up and smiles to Kenisha then turns away.
"Toros...hmmm..." Vasch eyes up the new-commer. "I'm unfamiliar with you, but if the others welcome you then, welcome."
"Let's find a ship, then I'd like a drink and a large hunk of mutton. One would think that I'd not have much of an appetit, but I'm starving." He follows the others.
[Spot DC19, Listen DC10]
Gecktar Monday December 15th, 2003 4:20:42 PM
Gecktar warmly welcome Vasch. "Even if I don't know you well, your return lighten my heart..."
He then follow the group outdoor. Before leaving he takes the wand that Kanchana gives him, and gives his own wand to Brahmah. "This is a wand that will cure light wounds. It's brand new and it maybe of some use in the middle of fight or even after. May you haven't to use it Brahmah."
Now outdoor his sense are alert as the priest tell them of dark omen. When they encounter the taur they all see in their dream he greet him : "Welcome among us, know that coming with the chosen of Domi isn't an easy task... I can testify of it even if I'am the younger of all chosen... except you know..." and he concludes with a warm smile.
(OOC1 : this is a wand of cure light wound with 50 charges... never used !) (OOC2 : I had in mind to sacrifice my hammer for gaining access to the gods... Do we loose items we want to give up ?)
Toros Monday December 15th, 2003 5:11:21 PM
Toros tries to catch up with what all the others talking about. But only thing he could get for himself was `there is another Taur they are expecting, a dark one, which makes everyone alert`. He also tries to ready himself as much as possible to an unxpected encounter, making all his senses wide open.
The docks. (DM Jim) Monday December 15th, 2003 5:51:57 PM
Walking and talking to the newest member of the group, you start to get to know him better. Surprisingly it is an easy time of feeling easy around Toros and you know that Domi had something to do with that.
You have just entered the center of a four way intersection in one of the streets and you can see the docks ahead. Suddenly all the noises around you suddenly stop and when you look around the people have taken to the surrounding buildings. The heavy wooden tables have been left emptied with food still on them and chairs are laying on the ground. Straight ahead of you steps out a person, that you notice as the cleric from the Mailed Fist. "Well if it isn't The Chosen...heretics wanted by the church." He spits on the ground and smiles a feral grin. "Do not worry...I will take your bodies in to the church and the children will be tested to prove thier falsity to all the races." With a last glance to you he whistles and a group of minotaurs step out of their hiding places. "Bounty Hunter you will get your bounty from the church...I just need the bodies."
Two large minotaurs have stepped out to stand beside the cleric grinning as they do. You also see another pair of minotaurs standing behind you thier weapons ready for battle. Another two step out from the way to the right of you and they seem pretty content with the arrangments. The leader near the cleric nods to the cleric and then twirls his finger in the air. "Cut them all down but the children...then we get paid well for an easy job."
Past the cleric and the two minotaurs ahead of you standing near the docks is a minotaur dressed all in black with a green slime pattern to his armor. He is leaning on a large sword that he has his shield hanging on. The shield depicts a hammer smashed by a green filled vial. He makes no move to help or hinder the fight in any way, he just seems to be there to watch. Standing beside him is a male liontaur with the loveliest snow leopard pattern to his fur, that is a striking match to his all black clothing. He points in The Chosen's direction and seems to be talking to the large male minotaur, who only nods.
[spot DC 18] [No surprise for either side.]
Flat-top Monday December 15th, 2003 6:30:34 PM
Flat-tops Blood runs cold, he was afraid this would happen, "Well, Why am I not suprise. The Mailed Fist. Do you see This Cleric of the Coward of the land, he left his men to die while he made his exit. Captain do we do the Circle of Life?". Flat-top whispers to Kenisha "Get the children down low, Mothers and Magic users in the middle, then listen to Brahmah's orders."
Kanchana d20+5=11 d20+3=18 d20+4=24 d20+4=10 Monday December 15th, 2003 6:34:12 PM
Kanchana will let Vasch try and clean her blood from her shield of Domi before sewing it back onto her bodice. She nods as she listens to Vasch's words. "Let us hope that we have a chance to bring peace to Father Tomi's prides." Kanchana blushes at Flat'top's words and looks flattered.
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Kanchana hurries to catch up with the others after her initial shock of seeing Toros. She will walk towards the docks and not say anything amidst the others talking. Kanchana takes it for granted that someone will introduce her. She keeps an eye on Toros; it's curiousity - not suspicion. She will also keep an eye out for any black dressed Taurs.
Kanchana slows her pace as it grows eerily quiet and things seem to move slower - like in her dream... She looks around and sees that they are in a four way intersection. Kanchana suddenly remembers the tactic the Chosen first used when fighting the Wolfmaster (see below). "Everyone form a circle! Children, mothers and arcane spellcasters to the center fighters form a ring!" Kanchana calls out just loud enough for the other Chosen to hear (she hopes). She casts about and sees that they are mostly surrounded... it seems to her that a tight defensive circle is their only chance until an opening is created. Everyone should be within touching distance of eachother (more or less). Kanchana whispers a prayer to Mother Wold and Father Tomi that they may keep the children safe... Kanchana fails to notice any symbols, or the black clad Taur. She doesn't even recognize the cleric of the Mailed Fist.
(Spot 11, (Intelligence 18, Wisdom 24: to remember the tactic used against the Wolfmaster when she first joined the Chosen), Wisdom 10 failed to recognize the merc cleric)
Kanchana - addendum Monday December 15th, 2003 6:35:09 PM
Kanchana starts to cast Mage Armor on herself as she moves into position.
Kenisha Monday December 15th, 2003 11:32:52 PM
Kenisha nods to Vrurt, "Keep the children in the center with me. Toros, it seems yours travels with us is already at a crossroads. I beg of you to stand fast with us. The lives of The Children of Domi depend on us."
If Kenisha has to move to take her place in the circle, she'll just cast Bull's Strength and touch Brahmah to deliver the spell to him.
If she doesn't have to use her move action to take her place, then she'll also pull out her Potion of Eagle's Splendor so she can drink it next round.
Brahmah, Bull's Strength(Kenisha) d20+5=16 Tuesday December 16th, 2003 12:59:42 AM
When Gecktar offers Brahmah the wand, "Thanks you, I'll keep it close." **************************************************
As he walks with the Chosen, Brahmah is very wary and uncomfortable with the people in the area, something is familiar, somehow. Maybe just a past memory?? The he notices the people scatter and then.... the cleric and misguided taurs. 'Figures!' he thinks to himself.
"Circle of Life Chosen! You all know your jobs. Gecktar, Toros, do what it takes to stay alive, but stay near the circle!" He then says, almost inaudibly, "Be merciless, for you will recieve NONE!"
He looks to Pah'caw, "Go!" As Brahmah watches his friend fly off, he looks to the roofs for archers. (Spot 16)
Then he sees the Dark Figure. No emotion or surpise crosses the Captains face.
He turns to Taric and gives him a simple but clear nod, then whispers, "We ALL could use your QUICK spell mage." Then winks at the illusionist.
With a gestured wave and ancient Woldian word, Brahmah's forearm glows green. His tattoo activates. (Hoping to catch at least two minotaurs or the clerics in the Entangle, 1 minute(not even really sure of the tattoo duration), DC 11 save for partial, 40ft radius spread.) OOC:This only happens if there are significant plants around.
OOC: Remember to let us all know how long your spells last.
Toros Tuesday December 16th, 2003 1:42:47 AM
NPC: I rolled a d20, 17, then start writing my turn. However, I felt the need to check something written before and double-click for this, then I lost the whole post. I am writing again according to the original post of mine.
"Ha haaa, my dear friends, you have talked about a lunch on the waterside, but how nice of you to welcome me with a feast like that!! Look at these food on the table. These taurs and cleric should be the entertainers. This is indeed a special feast for chosen. But where has the audience gone? Anyway, I should contribute to the meaning and importance of today with a song of my own. I hope you will like it. This minotaur dressed all in black and his fury companion standing near the docks will be my inspiration, I suppose. You may also recognize these figures very well."
Spot 17+4 = 23
Saying this, Toros starts singing a song for his new friends to inspire courage +1. The effect should last 5 rounds after he stops singing. This is a song that he has song many times but this time he makes some suitable additions like, "ho ho, I saw a black taur on the dock, with this song he`ll run away like a little duck..."
While singing he fits to the nearest place in the gathering circle of people and then, if he still has time, draws his halbert and ready it for any charge from the enemy. So his place in the circle should be facing at least some taurs.
Leets Tuesday December 16th, 2003 4:02:44 AM
There is no surprise for the Centaur paladin. He gets a look behind him at the two minotaurs arriving...He then let his heavy glance fall on the cleric who has spoken, and unties his morningstar...
"Bounty hunters this time...And less than last time we met..."
"Oh...Did you say your new friends that much of them DIED!?!?"
"CHOSEN! Let them know the true word of Domi! The Holy Father stands by our side!"
"FOR THE GLORY OF DOMI AND HOPE FOR THE TAUR PEOPLE! NO MERCY FOR THOSE IN OUR WAY!"
Holding high his morningstar, Leets cast BLESS on the party (+1 to attack & moral...Should be active for the whole battle I think...).
Doing so, Leets joined the circle to face the backward Minotaurs (and will grab one of his javelin with his free hand since he has no shield anymore...).
Taric Tuesday December 16th, 2003 4:31:49 AM
Seeing unrolling for his very eyes what he so much dreaded, Taric decides not to go invisible this time, but instead use Brahmah's suggestion. He casts a spell to quicken the movement of five of the Chosen, hoping he chooses the right ones. The feeling of adrenaline rushing through his body makes him feel uneasy, even after all those battles he has been through. He knows he has to ignore it though for the better of the Chosen.
OOC: casting haste haste on: Brahmah, Leets, Flat-Top, Gecktar and Vasch. Effects will last for 5 rounds.
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday December 16th, 2003 7:50:21 AM
Paw'caw flies into the sun over head, she climb high and goes into a wide circle and waits for the right moment to strike.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday December 16th, 2003 7:56:55 AM
Managram walk along with Leets, with his toung hanging out of his mouth, This dog is in a very happy mood, after all he has finish his bone. Untill the mood changes, he sences danger. He strats to growl "Grrr!" and jumps ahead of the pack. "Bark! Bark! Grrr!".
Vasch [bless, haste] Initiative 18 d20+3=18 d20+6=15 d20+6=19 d20+6=24 2d6(6+3)+2=11 2d6(5+6)+2=13 2d6(2+2)+2=6 d20+9=21 Tuesday December 16th, 2003 9:42:01 AM
"I just got back!" Vasch says. "And I will not fall to thugs!" Vasch lifts his bow towards a mercinary in front of him. Hearing Brahmah's words, 'Be merciless, for you will receive NONE!', a darkness fills Vasch as he releases his first, second and then third arrow at the hired killers. After his shots leave he will shift his position closer to the group [5 ft.].
OOC: This gets a little messy here. -If the target is flat-footed and within 30 ft. AC: 16/20/25 Damage: 12/14/7
-If the target is not flat-footed but within 30 ft. AC: 16/20/25 Damage: 9/8/5
-If the target is not flat-footed or within 30 feet. AC: 15/19/24 Damage: 8/7/4
[Spot DC21]
Gecktar Tuesday December 16th, 2003 4:32:13 PM
His first felling is that being a Chosen of Domi isn't a quiet job... He never heard of the Circle of Life but understand immediatly what Brahmah said. He join the circle taking his dagger as it is his sole weapon. He then cast Divine Favor on himself and take place in the circle ready to fight
AC : 21 HP : 40/40 (Bless, Haste 5rd, Divine Favor 1 min, Courage)
Bounty hunters
Bounty Hunters. (DM Jim) d20+12=22 d20+8=27 d20+4=13 d8+4=6 d8+4=7 d8+4=7 Tuesday December 16th, 2003 4:48:02 PM
The group forms into a circle with the caster types in the middle as they watch the minotaurs form up for thier own attacks. Several spells are cast on both sides as they prepare for the coming battle. Vasch takes the opportunity to fire off the first series of attacks in this battle. His first arrow flies on past it's intended target but the other two find themselves inbedded in the minotaur2's hide. Brahmah looking around drops his idea of an entangle spell as their is not enough plant life of that type to be effective.
Toros and Vasch both spot an the top of a bow on the far roof. Soon it is a view of a liontaur that is sighting an arrow at the group.
The liontaur archer fires off three arrows at Leets (hit: 22/27/13, damage: 6/7/7).
The Mailed Fist Cleric casts a spell as the minotuars start a slow move towards the circled group.
[Go here for the battle map: http://jade_dragon_1974.tripod.com/]
Toros 4d20(2+16+20+7)+7=52 d20=14 d20=19 d20=5 d20=16 d20=1 d20=12 d20=2 d20=10 Tuesday December 16th, 2003 7:33:51 PM
The visible acts of minotaurs were straightforward like watching a play; but when Toros saw the liontaur on the roof, he felt a sense of hidden real danger and adrenaline burst into his body. making him entering a state of uncontrollable rage. He wanted to reply the arrows that hit Leets with his javelins.
OOC: Jim, I went to the website but could not see the battle map. As I spotted them can I use attacks of opportunity against the liontaur archer and the cleric after their actions for the previous round? If I can and if they are in range, I will throw javelin to each of them. If I can only for one, I would choose the archer.
Then, the approaching minotaurs attracted his attention. Still singing his song and making fun with the enemy, he continued throwing his javelins to the approaching taurs, hoping that this will make one of them angry enough and try a charge to taste his halbert.
OOC: I really do not know how many javelins I can throw but I will roll for four, and at the end Toros will find the chance to both make use of any possible attacks of opportunity and ready his halbert for any possible charge. Good luck in the fight!!
IC: Realizing that the vegetation in the area isn't great, he decides (last round, instead of the entangle) to pick up some nice (mw)arrows from the loot and good longbow. (is the longbow large? or a strength bow?)
This round he'll use the bow, not being too familiar with them, he does his best. He fires hastely at the cleric(MFC) casting the spell. (If the cleric is human, +2 damage to each attack, favored enemy +2) (Hitting AC's 26(haste attack), 24 and 17 for 6(8), 10(2) and 5(7)... The +1 is the Inspire Courage, if it is a stength bow Brahmah picked, add in that damage.(24 strength +7))
Leets d20+5=23 d20+5=22 d8+2=6 d8+2=8 Wednesday December 17th, 2003 1:22:48 AM
Leets feels the three arrows entering his very flesh, and knows they will want to kill him first, and probably Gecktar just after once they realize who he is, and all the others after. He tightens his jaws, and tries to ignore the three arrows although the wounds are already painful....
"Chosen! Follow Captain Brahmah's orders! FIRST WAVE! For the glory of Domi"
With those words, Leets throws his own javelin at the wemic on the roof, and another one just after thanks to the HASTE spell.
First javelin 23 to hit, damage 6. Second javelin 22 to hit, damage 8.
OOC: Tunc, to fire your javelins, you hae to find your Ranged Weapon attack on your CS. Then roll D20 + your bonus. Then, you can roll your damage, which should be D8 + your Strength bonus. (Dear DM Jim, javelins for large creature are D8, not D6, no?). You'll also find the map at:
Taric d4=3 d4=3 d4=1 Wednesday December 17th, 2003 2:36:15 AM
Realizing that the enemy wants to keep them immobile, trapping them on the crossroads, Taric decides to open up one of the streets, in case they need it. He casts and a colorful set of lights springs forth, just behind the two minotaurs in the right street.
OOC: casting hypnotic pattern behind M5 and M6. 11 total HD affected (rolled 1 d4 too much). Will save DC 17 to negate.
Gecktar 2d8(7+5)+4=16 d20+3=9 Wednesday December 17th, 2003 4:58:14 AM
"We must move captain. If we stay here we will face our doom. Kepping the formation but moving and circling until we reach them. We must fight because we are too exposed" Saying that Gecktar summons an ally in the form of a Celestian Riding dog just in front of the cleric.
As soon as it appears the dog will attack the cleric : Attack AC 9 (OOC : sure I'm cursed for attack rolls !)
Gecktar now takes his mighty long bow in hand readying it for the next round.
Celestial Riding Dog : AC 16, HP 16, Att +3 Dmg 1D6+3, SR 7 (for 3 rounds)
Gecktar AC 21 HP 40/40 (haste 4rnd, Bless, Courage, Divine Favor 9rnd)
Brahmah Wednesday December 17th, 2003 6:20:35 AM
"Move west, stay in formation! Converge on the cleric." He says under his breath.
Kenisha (Eagle's Splendor Potion: Chr=22 for 3 minutes;Mage Armor: AC=22 for 6 hr; Blessed; Courage) Wednesday December 17th, 2003 6:21:27 AM
(Brahmah: The Bull's Strength will last 6 minutes)
Kenisha quaffs her Eagle's Splendor Potion then casts Mage Armor on herself and steels herself for the attacks to begin.
"I agree with Gecktar, Brahmah. Let's start moving in on that cleric and get some cover from the streets."
Flat-top (Hast ) d20+15=29 d20+9=23 d8+9=11 d8+9=11 Wednesday December 17th, 2003 6:29:53 AM
Flat-top judges that minotaur(#3) is only five feet from him. Quickly steps up two or three feet, Yells in his face, "So today you want to meet Gargul, well give him my best." All the time swinging his beloved Morning Star Back and forth, never taking his eye off the two minotaurs (#3 & #4). He will put up his shield, as he back to where he was standing, and bangs on his shield.
OOC: Attack ac 29 & ac 23, Damages 11hp+11hp=22hp.
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+5=18 d20=16 d4=2 d4=3 Wednesday December 17th, 2003 6:46:13 AM
Paw'caw does not like that Taur in bkack, She folds her wings, diving towards the Cleric that's backing behind the two minotaurs. With in ten feet of her target, she opens her wings to slow just enought to do the up most damages. She uses her talons and trys to bite the nose as she whizzes by. Then with the momentum glide and flap her wing for the trip to the safty of the skies.
OOC:Attack ac18 & ac16, Danages 2+3=5hp.
Managram(ceil) d20+5=18 d20+4=16 d6+3=5 Wednesday December 17th, 2003 6:59:48 AM
Managram was growling and barking. Then arrows hit his master, *well we will not have any of this*. Managram spots the weimic on the roof,*Blink* managram in on the roof, in back of the weimic, Managran choses a nice tender spot to bite (he aims for under the tail but any tender spot will do) While the deed is done *Blink* Mangram is back with his master.
Vasch [AC21, Bless, Courage, Haste] d20+7=23 d20+7=27 d20+7=22 d20+7=25 d6+2=5 2d6(4+5)+4=13 d6+2=4 d20+9=29 d6+2=6 Wednesday December 17th, 2003 9:18:35 AM
Vasch sees the archer on the building, "That one's mine." He says letting three arrows loose at the archer (*W).
Kanchana (Mage Armor, AC 20) d4+1=4 Wednesday December 17th, 2003 12:46:19 PM
Kanchana casts Magic Missile, and is aiming for the wemic archer on the roof. If the group starts to move towards the opening created by Taric Kanchana will follow, and help keep an eye on the children.
(Magic Missile 4 pts dmg to wemic archer on the roof)
Bounty Hunters, part two. (DM Jim) d20+12=26 d20+8=11 d20+4=12 d8+4=11 d8+4=10 d8+4=12 d20+4=8 d20+4=13 d20+14=30 d20+9=19 3d6(6+5+5)+10=26 3d6(4+3+3)+10=20 d20+14=31 d20+9=15 3d6(3+6+5)+10=24 3d6(1+2+3)+10=16 d20+14=24 d20+9=29 3d6(5+6+4)+10=25 3d6(1+1+6)+10=18 d20+14=29 d20+9=15 3d6(4+2+2)+10=18 3d6(3+3+2)+10=18 Wednesday December 17th, 2003 7:17:59 PM
Toros and Leets both send a series of javelins at the wemic on the roof. Thier javelins thud into the wall of the building about half way up, but never reach the wemic.
Brahmah fires off a volley of three arrows at the Mailed Fist cleric with his new bow. Two of his arrows find spots through the cleric's armor but the third races right on by. Brahmah then calls for a steady move in the cleric's direction.
Taric call up a hypnotic wave of lights to affect the minotaurs to thier side so that they have an escape route.
Gecktar calls upon the powers of his faith to being to him a celestail dog to fight for them. As it appears he gives it orders to attack the cleric.
Kenisha downs her potion and then casts mage armor on herself. She feels that she is now ready for the rest of the battle.
Flat-top steps out of the circle to slam his morningstar into the minotaur. He gets a pair of good hits in that make the minotaur grunt under the impact. He then slowly makes his way back to the circle to take his place.
Pah'caw swoops down at the Mailed Fist cleric but the cleric is able to step out of the way as he sees the eagle in the air coming at him.
Managarm growls as the arrows slam into his master's body. He blinks out to appear near the wemic and bites into him from behind. He then blinks back to his master's side, looking rather happy at himself.
Vasch growls saying that he will take out the archer wemic. He sends three arrows flying at the archer and is surprised that all three embed themselves into his flesh.
Kanchana fires off a magic missile at the wemic on the roof, knowing that it will not miss.
The celestial dog charges forward, snappin at the Mailed Fist cleric and only finding air.
The Mailed Fist Cleric casts a spell upon the two minotaurs that are in front of him. Then he pulls out his morningstar and shield.
The wemic grimaces under the sudden attacks placed upon him. He roars in pain and then notches another arrow. He then lets another two follow after the first (hit: 26/11/12, damage: 11/10/12) directed at Kanchana.
Minotaur1&2 feel the effects of the spell as it settles over them. Moving forward the slam into the front of the group. Minotaur1 brings his great axe chopping in at Brahmah (hit: 30/19, damage: 22/16). Minotaur2 brings his greatsword slicing in at Brahmah as well (hit: 31/15, damage: 20/12). The both seem to have gotten information that Brahmah is the leader and maybe without him The Chosen will be defenseless.
Minotaur3&4 find themselves staring off into space at the lights.
Minotaur5&6 advance on the rear of the group with a purpose. Minotaur5 brings his great axe slashing at Gecktar (hit: 24/29, damage: 21/14). Minotaur6 makes his way towards Leets, his greatsword griped in both hands. He brings his sword in an over-handed chop at him (hit: 29/15, damage: 14/14).
[Please give me a couple to get a new map set up for you. I want to make things easier to read.]
[Remember to improve damage for larger creatures. I am sure that would make the normal 1d6 javelin a 1d8.]
Brahmah -42 d20+15=34 d20+15=34 d20+15=24 2d4(3+1)+8=12 2d4(1+4)+8=13 2d4(3+4)+8=15 Wednesday December 17th, 2003 8:01:04 PM
Hasted: 4 rounds (+1 AC, +1 on att and action) Bulls Strength: 5 mins 48 sec Bless: morale bonus Inspire Courage +1: morale bonus (I don't believe morales stack.)
The Leader of the Chosen drops his bow as he takes the nasty blows. He draws(move action) his weapons and attacks(standad and hasted action) Minotaur 1 with his falchion twice. [hitting AC's 34(crit 34, confirm?) and 24 for 12(crit 25) and 15 damage]
(OOC: Is the Cleric human?!)
Brahmah errata Wednesday December 17th, 2003 8:08:44 PM
OOC: The second attack actually hit AC 19, not 24. I forgot to adjust for the second attack.
Brahmah, a 'Doh!' moment Wednesday December 17th, 2003 8:37:49 PM
Nevermind about the second attack adjustment. I failed to remember that Brahmah made a move and only had the standard attack and hasted attack... ANYWAYS! I actually DID hit AC 24. :D Cheers.
Kanchana 3d8(7+2+3)+3=15 d20+11=14 Thursday December 18th, 2003 2:00:29 AM
Kanchana grunts with pain as she feels an arrow embed itself deeply into her. However she is forced to wait with removing the offending arrow until she knows that Brahmah will be faring better. As she steps over behind Brahmah she draws her CSW wand (1 of the 2 from Gargul; Gecktar has the other one)and taps Brahmah on the back with it. If there is time then Kanchana will put the wand away and begin to work the arrow out. She knows that she is a target for that darned archer. She knows that it won't take too many more such shots to finish her off...
(Heals Brahmah 15 pts)(Heal check 14: to remove arrow)
((OOC: Everyone please, please state your regular HP and your wounded HP (like so: rHP/wHP), this way Gecktar and I will know that you need healing. Otherwise I; at aleast, do NOT know your HP and AC, and will not be trying to guess your PCs health status! So I appreciate the courtesy and the help! Thank you.)) :)
Toros d20=17 d20=17 d20=6 Thursday December 18th, 2003 3:45:52 AM
OOC: Thank you Leets for the information. Jim, with rage, could you please tell me what my HP becomes. And, other than 28th I think I can post whenever the game is on.
Having missed his target with his attack and not attracted any attack from the bounty hunters Toros watches the whole encounter for a while. While all the fight continues he waits for catching a line of sight with the cleric, readying himself to make a melee attack to him by charge and start a grapple with him. He hopes that this will at least immobilize the enemy's spell caster. When the right time comes he increases his speed, passed the distances and charges against the cleric.
As he manages not to provoke an attack of opportunity Toros strongly grabs the cleric.
17 + 5 + 1(bless) +1 (courage) +2 (rage) + 4 (size) + 4 (improved grapple) + 2 (charge -- if I can use it) + 1 (totem) = 37
If he succeeds with his attack he will attempt to start a grappling with him.
If he also wins the opposing grapple check Toros will hold his target tight until the cleric will be pinned, leaving his opponent at his mercy, immobile with a --4 AC and unable to speak.
To maintain the grapple for future rounds Toros will enter his opponent's space.
If he cannot attack to the cleric for any reason he will choose M2 for doing the same.
He still continues to sing, and does not ignore to have a look around, especially to the black taur and his companion at the dock (SPOT d20 6) in order to catch any change in the circumstances.
Taric Thursday December 18th, 2003 4:34:36 AM
Satisfied for now that he caught two of the minotaurs in his spell, Taric decides to draw his light crossbow, while remaining concentrating on the colorful lights to keep the two minotaurs at bay.
Kenisha (Eagle's Splendor Potion: Chr=22 for 2min. 54sec.;Mage Armor: AC=22 for 6 hr; Blessed; Courage) 6d6(6+2+5+4+2+6)=25 Thursday December 18th, 2003 4:56:30 AM
Kenisha softly curses under her breath the fact that they are in the middle of the town; she dare not use her powerful Lightning Bolt spell for fear of harming innocents. She looks up at the archer and a smile grows on her face. "No innocents up there...."
"Can you hold your own against these two, Brahmah for the moment? We really do need to take that archer down up on the roof." Kenisha asks their leader as she gathers her mystical energies around her. The air crackles as she finishes her spell and her Lightning Bolt flies up at the wemic archer on the roof. (25 pts of damage; DC 19 on Reflex save for half)
Flat-top 73hp/73hp d20+15=31 d8+9=13 d20+11=27 d20+5=12 d4+6=8 d4+6=7 Thursday December 18th, 2003 6:16:38 AM
Flat-top tell Tauric, "Good job Tauric! I could kiss you on you nose ring." He swings at minotaur#2 (ac31), then like a true fighting centaur ,rears on his back legs and attacks with his hooves (the one with the cute mithril ring od the edge of his frount hooves. "Going Down! You piece of Cow Pie!"
Paw'caw d20+5=17 d20=19 d4=3 d4=2 Thursday December 18th, 2003 6:27:56 AM
Again she will fold her wings and dives to the Cleric again, This time she does not slow her speed, Just gets in the target with her beak and claws, then rises as fast as she can.
Paw'caw d20+5=17 d20=19 d4=3 d4=2 Thursday December 18th, 2003 6:36:50 AM
Again she will fold her wings and dives to the Cleric again, This time she does not slow her speed, Just gets in the target with her beak and claws, then rises as fast as she can.
Managran(ceil) d20+8=24 d20+4=23 d6+3=6 Thursday December 18th, 2003 6:45:39 AM
Managram look to his master to see him bleeding, then look to the roof top where that bat cat tour is and *blinks* he is on the roof,Jump on the weimics back and give him a big bite. *blink* Managram is back by his master side again.
OOC: Jump ac24 - Bite Ac23 - Damages 6hp.
Vacsh [AC, bless, courage, haste] d20+6=21 d20+11=26 d8+4=11 d6=4 d20+9=10 Thursday December 18th, 2003 12:08:40 PM
"Kenisha, Tauric focus on that archer!" Vasch shots back pointing the wemic out.
Vasch drops his bow and tumbles by M2 into a flanking position with Brahmah. He pulls his spear as he does (draw weapon as part of a move action) and thrusts his spear at M2.
Spot DC10, Tumble DC21, AC: 26 Damage: 15
Leets (5!!!/46HP), Blessed, Hasted. d20+7=23 d20+7=20 2d6(6+6)+2=14 2d6(2+4)+2=8 Thursday December 18th, 2003 12:47:55 PM
Leets says something unpolite as his javelins miss the archer. And then realizes he will have to face a Minotaur...who strikes real hard!
Leets almost falls on his knees as the Minotaur's great sword deeply bites the paladin's shoulder, two times and deeper every time.
"Kanchana!!! Gecktar!!!This one is REAL tough!"
With rage, Leets strikes his opponent, focusing all the fury he's able of on the Minotaur in front of him...He first tries to crush his stomach with his morningstar (23 to hit, 14 damage), then hits anything that belongs to the Minotaur in front of him with all the weight of the morningstar (20 to hit, 8 damage).
A lot of blood flows from Leets shoulder, dripping along his useless arm on the ground. Barely standing on his legs, the Centaur paladin tries to follow the circle as it moves, in the direction of the Cleric.
Gecktar 3d8(3+5+8)+15=31 2d8(6+8)+3=17 d20+8=26 3d8(2+3+3)+15=23 d20+3=22 d6+3=6 Thursday December 18th, 2003 3:19:34 PM
Gecktar get almost cut in half by the two mighty blows of his foe. His chest and abdomen covered with blood and his chain mail almost ruined. His vision becomes blured and he has some problems staying on his feet.
The only thing that must be done is healing. With another blow he can see that he or Leets will fall like Vasch had just few days ago. He then takes the wand that Kanchana give him and apply it one time on Leets (Heals 31hp). As he is hasted he can use is second action to cast a spell trying to completly heal Leets (Casting cure moderate wounds defensively) Concentration 26 (to match 17) and healing another 17hp !
Now he is ready to face Domi one more time. He has done what he could and should. Maybe with a last prayer to try to convince Gargul to let him continue his duty for Domi.
'Lords may your glory flood on this fight, may your justice and goodnes triumph against the darkness'.
Now having found one more time courage in prayer to his deity he is ready to face his fate.
The riding dog will try to bite the cleric one more time AC22 for 6hp damage
Celestial Riding Dog : AC 16, HP 16, Att +3 Dmg 1D6+3, SR 7 (for 2 rounds)
Gecktar AC 21 HP 5/40 (haste 3rnd, Bless, Courage, Divine Favor 8rnd)
OOC DM JIM I don't think I can use the wand two times in the same round. If so Gecktar will use it on himself instead of casting the spell on Leets (healing 23hp)
OOC Kenisha : aren't you 7th level so your lightning should do 7d6 ?
OOC Kanchana : the wands Jerry gave us are cure serious wounds at level 15th so you should have healed 3d8+15 and not 3d8+3
Bounty Hunters, part three. (DM Jim) d20+4=21 d20+12=26 d20+8=28 d20+4=23 d8+4=12 d8+4=10 d8+4=10 d20+14=15 d20+9=22 d8+5=11 d8+5=10 d20+14=29 d20+9=25 3d6(4+1+3)+10=18 3d6(5+4+3)+10=22 d20+14=17 3d6(3+2+1)+10=16 d20+14=15 3d6(5+4+5)+10=24 Thursday December 18th, 2003 4:45:20 PM
Brahmah rips into the minotuar with some amount of fury. His attacks are well placed and carry much weight behind them.
Kanchana steps in close to Brahmah and heals him with her wand. She then begins to tend to her wounded rump.
Toros is able to move in on the cleric and grabs him tightly. He smiles with some satisfaction as he immobilizes him.
Taric readies his crossbow as he continues to mantain his spell.
Kenisha looks around and then realizes that no innocents can be hurt if she sends her lightning at the roof. So she lets fly a bolt of electricity at the wemic on the roof.
Flat-top slams his morningstar into the minotaur that just attacked him. He then rears up on his rear hooves and brings his front one crashing into the minotaur for good measure.
Pah'caw comes diving back in at the cleric hoping to give him some pain this time but he is beat to the punch by Toros. She takes back to the air crying in anger.
Managarm once again blinks to the roof and bites the wemic in the hindquarters. He then returns to the ground by his master.
Vasch tumbles and comes to his feet, drawing his spear as he does. He stabs the minotaur that is attacking Brahmah in the back.
Leets slams his morningstar into the minotaur that just attacked him. He cannot help but shudder as he bleeds out his shoulder.
Gecktar is able to heal himself and Leets of some of the damage that they have endured.
The Mailed Fist Cleric finds himself grapples by a large liontaur. He drops his shield and morningstar as he is hit.
The wemic finds himself shocked by the sudden arrival of a bolt of lightning, besides the fact that he is soon bitten in the bad region. Getting back his bearings he pulls up another arrow and fires another volley at the group(hit: 26/28/23, damage: 12/10/10) directed at Kanchana, Taric and Kenisha.
Minotaur1 turns back as he hears the cleric grunt and he sees Toros go by. Moving to the two grappling foes he pulls back and tries to punch Toros (hit: 15/22, damage: 11/10).
Minotaur2 continues his vicious assault on Brahmah (hit: 25/21, damage: 14/18).
Minotaur3&4 find themselves staring off into space at the lights.
Minotaur5 smiles in Gecktar's face as he goes about his healing. He only tries to hit him once with his axe this time (hit: 17, damage: 16).
Minotaur6 wipes the blood from his sword as he glances to Leets. The minotaur winks at him as he brings his sword swiping in (hit: 15, damage: 24).
[The cleric is human.]
[Toro's hit points will increase by 2 for each level of barbarian.]
[Gilles, I am not sure but I let you have the two healings this round. Don't have my books handy to look it up. You will also need to remember that morale bonuses do not stack and you have been using both of them. It was brought to my attention about this, the bonuses from bless and inspire will not stack.]
Kanchana (Mage Armor, AC 20, HP 34/11) d20+11=24 d8+3=11 Thursday December 18th, 2003 6:43:29 PM
Kanchana no sooner removes one arrow before getting slammed with another. Kanchana is looking frightfully bad, but better than Leets is (appearantly; unless he received some healing?). Kanchana; feeling rather overwhelmed, does a 180 towards Leets as she tries to remove the last arrow. "Gecktar! Help Leets!!" Kanchana feels a hard knot of despair in her stomach as she realizes that one more shot from that damned archer might just kill her... If she has the time and the chance she will draw her CLW wand and heal herself, hoping that Gecktar will help Leets; since he is closer...
(Heal 24: to remove the arrow) (If it is possible this turn... heal self 11 pts of dmg)
((Note I: Leets, due to Gecktar's unusually confusing post I do not know if you have been healed or not. I hope that he can get to you this round, as I am on the opposite side of the circle from you. That is right behind Brahmah.))
((Note II: Brahmah, too many darn numbers for me! Just take and add an extra 12 points to the healing I gave you last time. That should make it +15 instead of +3...))
Toros d20=9 d20=4 d20=20 d8=7 Thursday December 18th, 2003 7:51:05 PM
Toros will move back to the circle of his friends, dragging the pinned cleric with him.
d20 +18 (as in previous post) +4 (I think he also gains this, as he has pinned the opponent?) 31.
He feels the pain from the punch of taur but for now he can bear to that without so much trouble and keeps his song.
<<does the first punch of taur a natural miss? (15 = 14 + D20, which makes D20 a big 1.) Does Toros lose his dexterty bonus to AC because of the grappling or maintains at least some of it because of his uncanny dodge? If any of these is yes then his current HP is 45/35, if not 45/24.>>
In his move, he will use the space that the taur attacking him has left and retreat back to somewhere behind Brahmah and Flattop. He hopes that in this way the taur will stop coming after him.
He will also try to find out in a closer look what the cleric possesses, as much as he can during his move with the cleric. (d20 for this action is 4)
<Is it search, or spot? What is the DC?>
During the grappling process, on the other hand as soon as he can get his chance he will start using his armor spikes to give damage to the cleric. If this does not fit into this round it can be an extended action for the next round (d20 20, critical)
Brahmah -29 (AC 22) d20+15=23 d20+15=34 d20+15=26 d20+17=21 d20+10=28 d20+10=29 d20+12=28 2d4(4+1)+8=13 2d4(2+3)+8=13 2d4(4+3)+8=15 d6+5=9 2d4(4+4)+8=16 2d4(1+4)+8=13 d6+5=7 Thursday December 18th, 2003 11:53:23 PM
Hasted: 3 rounds (+1 AC, +1 on att and action) Bulls Strength: 5 mins 42 sec Bless: morale bonus Inspire Courage +1: morale bonus (I don't believe morales stack.)
Brahmah apparently has a flanking partner now, Vasch. The Captain unleashes his standard flurish of blades, as is growing common for him.
He attacks... starting with Minotaur 1, then onto Minotaur 2 after Brahmah drops #1. The intent is #1, #2 and cleric if he gets in the way.
(Flank is calculated into the attacks, adjust accordingly.) Hasted Action (Falchion)- hits AC 23, for 13 damage. Falchion- hits AC 34 (possible crit AC 26), for 13 (crit damage 28) damage. Kukri- hits AC 21, for 9 damage. Falchion- hits AC 28 (possible crit AC 29), for 16 (crit damage 29) damage. Kukri- hits AC 28, for 7 damage.
Taric (AC 16, 28/38 hp) d20+11=20 Friday December 19th, 2003 1:14:45 AM
Taric loads his crossbow while (barely) maintaining the concentration needed for his colorful lights to keep the two minotaurs busy. He looks around frantically, noticing that both Leets and Gecktar are in dire conditions. Taric realizes though that if he stops his spell, they are in even worse conditions then they would be right now.
Flat-top (73hp/73hp) d20+15=26 d20+10=24 d8+9=15 d8+9=14 Friday December 19th, 2003 3:11:12 AM
"Captain! I will start weeding out these minotaurs, so that it will be two less bounty hunters to worry about?" Flat top will go after mimotaur #3 then #4. Starting with #3, he attack with his Morning Star. (Attach 26ac & 24Ac - Damages 15hp & 14 hp) that should open a few wounds. then readies himself for another round.
Kenisha (Eagle's Splendor Potion: Chr=22 for 2min. 48sec.;Mage Armor: AC=22 for 6 hr; Blessed; Courage) 6d6(3+5+5+4+6+3)=26 Friday December 19th, 2003 3:14:40 AM
Kenisha's hand in a blink of the eye flashes out and snatches the arrow aimed at her from the rooftop wemic before it can hit her. (Gloves of Missile Snaring)
Once again she sends a Lignting Bolt up to the archer on the roof (26 hit pots; DC 19 on Reflex save for half)
(OOC- the e-mail from James said to keep our characters at their pre-last exp level. So unfortunately that means Kenisha's still 6th. Unless I'm really messed up about what he's talking about.)
Gecktar d20+8=26 2d8(6+2)+3=11 d20+3=23 d20+3=22 d6+3=9 d6+3=4 Friday December 19th, 2003 5:31:13 AM
AC 21 HP 28/40 (Haste 2rnd, Bless, Divine Favor 7rnd)
(OOC : forgive me for the poor clarity of my precedent post. Leets you are healed of 31hp and I have been able to heal myself 23hp)
With an inspired side step Gecktar is able to dodge the great axe of Minotaur #5 taking his shield and his dagger in the same move. "Here ! We need some support here !" does he says and then facing the Minotaur #5 "You will face the wrath of Domi ! Poor fools don't you see that you will never touch one gold piece for us and you will damn you own race !" With a slight touch of his hand to Leets he address another prayer to Domi to heal Leets who is their best chance to survive the fight versus these two powerful fighters (succesfull concentration check 26) casting cure serious wounds for another 11 hp for Leets.
The Celestian riding dog will attack minotaur #2 hitting AC23 (critical confirm AC22) for 9hp (13 critical) damage.
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+5=17 d20=18 d4=4 d4=3 Friday December 19th, 2003 8:37:38 AM
Paw'caw rises to the sky and will try againfor the sake of her master. Down she dives,swooping with talons and beak. Then rises to the hight of the sky again.
Managram(ceil) d20+1=15 d20+4=19 d6+3=8 Friday December 19th, 2003 8:47:25 AM
Managram watches Kenisha magic spell, when she is finish with grabing that arrow, Managram *Blinks* in back of this weimic and will try to graple his hind leg (where the talon is, Managram is trying to criple him)he will bite him and shake his head. Then *blink* he's back with his master.
Leets (AC 14, 22/46HP) d20+7=20 d20+2=17 2d6(3+6)+2=11 d4+2=6 d20+7=20 2d6(3+4)+2=9 Friday December 19th, 2003 12:13:02 PM
As Leets feels the healing wave running throw his body, he grins at Minotaur 6. His wound is closing completely, and no blood flows anymore...
"Now you'll pay!!!"
More than ever eager to takie his revenge, Leets stands high on his back hooves. He strikes first with his moningstar, as heavlily as he can (20 to hit, 11 damage), then with his hooves (17 to hit, 6 damage). Then trying to defend himself as well as he can, he tries to see how Gecktar is...
"Hey! Fellow are you ok ?!? Try to remain alive, you're more useful alive than dead! And I need you there!!! Go on, crush that Minotaur, he's standing on Domi's way!"
Receiving another heavy blow from his opponent, Leets answers politely, with another 20 to hit and 9 damage.
Bounty Hunters, part four. (DM Jim) d20+14=27 d20+9=16 d8+5=7 d8+5=9 d20+14=30 d20+9=24 2d6(1+5)+10=16 2d6(1+1)+10=12 d20+14=18 d20+9=10 2d6(3+1)+10=14 2d6(1+4)+10=15 Friday December 19th, 2003 8:23:49 PM
Kanchana pulls the arrow that has embedded itself into her and then applies her want to heal herself. She give the order for healing to be applied to Leets.
Toros finds himself having all the problems in the world trying to drag the cleric back as he fights. He will not make it back to the circle right away that is for sure.
Brahmah's, hitting minotuar2 because minotaur1 has moved too far away, sword and kukri bit deeply into the minotaurs body and you see the spark of life slowly fade from his eyes. You ponder the idea of moving out a little but decide not to.
Taric fights to maintain his spell as he checks out the situation. He hopes that they will hold out long enough to end this fight with no casualties on thier side.
Flat-top's morningstar smashes heavily into the minotaur and then he rears up and brings hooves down on him.
Kenisha stops the arrow flying in her direction easily. She then sends another bolt of lightning at the wemic archer.
Gecktar lays another bout of healing into Leets. He sends a silent prayer to Domi for his assistance in this battle and to look favorably on them.
Both times Leets's morningstar finds a hold in the minotaurs body and he staggers back. His hooves find no purchase though and miss their mark.
Pah'caw swoops in again at a target and finds that she catches nothing but air.
Managarm blinks back to the roof when the last bolt is past and bites into the wemics back leg. He jerks and growls loudly before blinking back to his master's side.
The celestial dog growls and latches onto the minotaur that just punched at Toros. His fangs sink into the minotaur's back leg painfully.
The Mailed Fist Cleric is still grappled by Toros and being drug back to the circle of Chosen.
The wemic does not even feel the bite of the dog as it attacks him. He has already dropped his bow of the side of the building and is partially hanging there himself.
Minotaur1 smiles some at the plight of the cleric, not really liking him that much anyways, and sends another set of punches at Toros (hit: 27/16, damage: 7/9).
Minotaur2 feels the very life slowly fading from his body and topples over, to land heavily in the street.
Minotaur3&4 find themselves staring off into space at the lights.
Minotaur5 laughs at Gecktar's pitiful attemps at healing the others. He swings his axe again at Gecktar, laughing all the time (hit: 30/24, damage: 16/12).
Minotaur6 brow furrows as he takes a slight beating from Leets. With a roar he sends his sword smashing in at him with a vengeance (hit: 18/10, damage: 14/15).
[Toros - The first punch would have missed you.]
[Toros - If you score a critical it is called a threat and then you roll another d20, if that one would have hit your target as well then you get to do critical damage. Remember to roll critical damage as well, just in case you do hit with both d20s.]
[Kenisha - She is right. I wanted everyone to ignore any advancements that the experience I gave would have made. All advancements will be made at the end of the module when I give out all the experience. That is why I said I made a mistake with the experience this time around.]
Toros HP 45/28 AC 18 d20=5 d20=15 d8=2 Friday December 19th, 2003 9:17:21 PM
Receiving one more painful punch from the taur Toros roars in pain. However, he is determined to drag the cleric with him and continue his singing (, although the melody seems to be differing a bit reflecting the pain). He keeps moving closer to the circle. He will at least try to make near Brahmah. (d20, 5 + 17 (moral bonuses do not stack) + 4 from previous post?) 25. If the captain can save him from the taur1, and the cleric is still grappled by him he will start giving some damage to the cleric. <<can I use the previous post, if so d20=15 is the roll for critical (36) damage, if not a new attack with d8, 2 and 13 hp damage. And thank you for your answers Jim>>
Brahmah -29 (AC 22) d20+15=29 2d4(4+2)+8=14 Friday December 19th, 2003 10:39:54 PM
Hasted: 2 rounds (+1 AC, +1 on att and action) Bulls Strength: 5 mins 36 sec Bless: morale bonus Inspire Courage +1: morale bonus (I don't believe morales stack.)
Brahmah looks around and seeing the plight about to occure to the newest Chosen, Toros. Watching minotaur #1 attack, he hopes the new friend doesn't drop the cleric. "Hold that one tight, Toros, don't let go! I'm coming." He says pointing.
Brahmah moves(move action) to meet minotaur #1. He attacks(standad action), once. Hitting AC 29, for 14 damage. [Only one attack, right?]
Taric Saturday December 20th, 2003 1:58:52 AM
Taric knows he has to keep his concentration up to keep the two minotaurs out of the battle. He turns to Flat-Top and says: "Take care of the minotaur attacking Gecktar first. Or the one attacking Leets. I got the other two for now. And Brahmah and Toros seem to be doing alright against the other minotaurs."
Gecktar Saturday December 20th, 2003 3:08:49 AM
The great axe of minotaur #5 hit hard into the flesh of Gecktar. He falls on he knees and a veil of blood come across his eyes as he loose consciousness. When his head hit the ground, only faint breath can be perceived.
The clestian Dog then disappear (end of duration)
Gecktar lies on the ground hp -5.
(OOC I assume damage is 16 + 12 and not 116 + 12 because Gecktar will be desintegrated by the blow :) )
Jay (Brahmah) to Gillis Saturday December 20th, 2003 3:17:35 AM
OOC: I'm sure he meant 16, not 116. If it is 116, Brahmahs running! ;)
I emailed Jim about the typo.
Leets (AC 16, 8/46HP) Hasted, Blessed d20+3=10 Saturday December 20th, 2003 8:15:24 AM
"GECKTAR!!!"
Once more in a difficult situation, Leets knows that his new friend just fell. Trying to reach his fellow cleric in the middle of the fight, he fights defensively, but still tries to hit his opponent (10 to hit, missed). However, he manage to touch Gecktar (thanks to the Haste spell), healing him for 13HP.
"Gecktar! Domi needs you!"
"Kanchana! Kenisha!"
Flat-top(73hp/73hp) d20+15=30 d20+14=22 d8+15=22 d8+14=21 Saturday December 20th, 2003 9:52:14 AM
"Are you sure,Tauric? Because if I move over I will leave a hole. But I think you right." Flat-top moves toward minotaur #5, swinging his Morning Star this way and that way. "Domi Pleas not another one of us??".
OOC: attack 30ac &22ac - Damages 22hp & 21hp)
Kanchana (Mage Armor, AC 20, HP 34/11) d8+3=11 Saturday December 20th, 2003 3:02:19 PM
Kanchana is facing both Leets and Gecktar and sees him fall from his wounds. She still has her CLW wand in her hand and rushes over to Gecktar and touches the wand to him. Kanchana is suddenly aware that she and a few of the others need healing. She hopes that the archer is well and truly dead! "Brahmah, if you can use the wand you have to heal yourself; or another if necessary. I need to stay here and help Gecktar."
(Heal Gecktar 11 pts)
Vasch (32/32; AC 21; bless, courage, haste) d20+6=17 d20+11=30 d8+5=12 d6=5 Saturday December 20th, 2003 6:35:58 PM
Vasch stands over the fallen bounty hunter and sees that Leets needs a little assistance. Moves and tumbles by both Leets and M6 to position himself in a flanking position with Leets. Thrusting his spear into another would-be assassin of he and his friends.
Kenisha (Eagle's Splendor Potion: Chr=22 for 2min. 42sec.;Mage Armor: AC=22 for 6 hr; Blessed; Courage) 3d4(4+2+4)+3=13 Sunday December 21st, 2003 9:50:49 PM
Kenisha turns at Leets call and sees Vasch, Flat-top and Kanchana moving in to aide Gecktar, but Leets doesn't look to good either. So she gestures and intones, "Shev-Pak Newal"; releasing 3 magic missiles at Minotaur#6 (for 13 pts of damage).
Bounty Hunters, part five. (DM Jim) Monday December 22nd, 2003 4:05:10 PM
Toros drags the cleric back to the outer edge of the circle and smiles as his armor spikes krive themselves into the cleric.
Brahmah moves to cut of the minotuar plagueing Toros and cuts into him with his sword. It is more than enough to get the minotaurs attention.
Taric tells Flat-top to go and lend a hand to Gecktar and Leets as he has the other two minotaurs held in his spell.
Gecktar feels the bite of the large axe and then he is toppling to the ground. His weapons skitters a little ways away from him as he hits the ground.
Leets whiffs his attacks against the minotaur he faces, disturbed by the fact that Gecktar just went down. He is able to make it to him and send some much needed healing into his ravaged body.
Flat-top moves over after giving it the once quick over. He slams his morningstar into the minotaur with everything he can muster, as he pleads for Gecktar to not be dead.
Kanchana seeing that Gecktar has fallen makes it to his side and applies some healing to him as well. She lets Brahamah know that she had to leave his side and that he will need to heal himself if needed.
Vasch once again tumbles into a position that give him access to a minotaur's back. He brings his spear stabbing in at the minotaurs back with much success.
Kenisha, seeing the plight of the group on Leet's side, sends a volley of magic missiles at the minotaur. She too hopes that they did not just lose another Chosen, she would hate to have to see Gargul again this soon.
The lead minotaur1 takes the blow from Brahmah and then looks around to his men. Seeing that several of them are down or being held by some magic he shakes his great head. With a bellor he shakes the two minotaurs out of their daze somehow. "HOLD!!!"
In the meantime minotaur6 has fallen over onto his side and is most definitely dead. The others look to thier leader as he spins his finger in the air and nods. "RALLY!!!" With a nod his men start to slowly move backwards, in their general directions, sheathing thier weapons as they do.
The leader hears one of the minotuars ask about the cleric and he grunts. "Leave him to these ones...he is of no concern to me." With that he also starts backing away while sheathing his sword. He gives Brahmah a salute and nods once more. "We underestimated you this time...but maybe in the future we will meet again.
The black/sick green armored minotaur turn to the liontaur standing next to him and points in your direction, commenting on something. The liontaur nods and seems to make a few gestures of his own before they go back to watching. When the bounty hunters decide to retreat the armored minotaur bursts into a great belly laugh that sends chills up your spine. Neither of them make a move to leave or come in your direction, they just stand there where the docks begin.
Gecktar 3d8(8+7+1)+15=31 Monday December 22nd, 2003 4:43:20 PM
AC 18 (no shield) HP 19/40
First was the black cold void. He the feels one warm hand and a first wave of warmth in his body waking it up to life. He then open his eyes and crwl with the strength he still has into the circle.
When Kanchana heal him one more time he points to Leets and says in a breath Leets need more help that me... He is in the fire of fight.
As soon as he says this he sees Flat-Top inflicting a severe punishment.
When the bounty hunters retreat he sees the dark man giving orders. With all the strength that flood in his vein he says : "Trust him ! And you will face your fate with one of his poisonned dagger in your back. He doesn't need you just use you and when you'll be of no use he will betray you !... Leave him and come back into the way of Imod and the Light ! Renounce to the darkness !"
He will then stand up as he can and attend Leets who need healing (Heals 31hp with his CSW wand)
Toros (HP 45/28, AC 18) d20=5 d20=14 d12=2 d20=4 Monday December 22nd, 2003 11:44:11 PM
Having managed to bring him to where he has wanted, Toros, still holds the cleric tight. (Grapple check D20, 5 + 21, as in previous post, = 26) He knows that the fight is over, at least for now. He slow downs his song, but still keeping singing enough to be heard by his friends, taking their attention to gthe cleric on the dock, laughing like a duckh. Toros looks around and sees his friends standing besides their attackers. gThe hunters became huntedh, he expresses in his mind. Although he appreciates that the taurs are clever enough to end the fight he is not happy with the bounty hunters leaving the cleric with them, and cannot determine what to do with him, uncomfortably waits for a suggestion from captain or anyone else. Finally he has some space to check what this man keeps on himself, other than the morningstar and shield he has already dropped, whether he has anything special? (d20, 14 check)
Meanwhile, he tries to remember that black taur, does he know him, maybe from a story or song? (Bardic Knowledge check (Ignore the d12 roll, my mistake), d20, 4). No, his mind is so distracted, even if he knows about him he cannot remember at the moment, he needs to think more. Then Toros tries to ready himself for anything after this moment, listening and watching anything his friends would do.
Vasch d20+5=7 d20+9=24 Monday December 22nd, 2003 11:54:43 PM
Vasch steps aside and lets the minotaurs back off. His spear out before him he waits for some word from the others.
Spot DC24, Listen DC7
Kenisha (Eagle's Splendor Potion: Chr=22 for 2min. 36sec.; Mage Armor: AC=22 for 6 hr; Blessed; Courage) Tuesday December 23rd, 2003 1:02:04 AM
Kenisha keeps a careful eye on the retreating Minotaurs. "Healers, attend to Brahmah and Toros as well." she suggests.
Turning to Brahmah she says, "Now there is but those two watchers between us and the docks. Do you think they will fight? Or are they here merely to observe?"
Taric Tuesday December 23rd, 2003 1:32:10 AM
Noticing that the two taurs got someway out of his spell, Taric stops concentrating and wipes the sweat from his forehead. Taking in a deep breath his heart starts pounding a little less hard. Seeing that enough of the Chosen tend to Leets and Brahmah, Taric ducks behind anyone he can find and casts a spell on him to disappear from view since he doesn't trust the black-clad taurs.
OOC: trying to get out of line of sight for the two taurs at the docks and then casting invisibility on himself.
Brahmah, -27hps d8+1=2 Tuesday December 23rd, 2003 2:20:10 AM
Brahmah salutes(by clutching his falchion against his chest, with a nod) back to the man's honorable display.
"I don't know Kenisha, lets find out." He taps himself with his wand(healed 2). Then he proceeds toward the dark clad figures on the dock.
Leets, Blessed, Hasted, 39/49HP, AC 12. d20+7=23 d20+7=26 2d6(5+4)+7=16 2d6(5+4)+7=16 Tuesday December 23rd, 2003 3:50:45 AM
Leets help Gecktar to stand on his legs, and then nods at the bounty hunters leader.
"We could have avoided this fight, next time, just stand on the side of the righteous ones, and you'll have victory..."
Receiving healing from his friend Gecktar, Leets then turns in the direction of the dark Taur...When this one begins to behave strangely with his Wemic ally, he doesn't hesitate one second.
"This time you've ended with your evil witchcraft! Tonight you'll face your master and your failure, and you'll explain him that a holy war has begun!"
With those words, Leets charges the dark taur (23 and 26 to hit, 16 and 16 damage again).
"Managarm! With me!"
Kanchana (Mage Armor AC 20, 34/22 HP) d8+3=8 Tuesday December 23rd, 2003 5:00:57 AM
Kanchana looks around and sees that the others are either charging the remaining enemy or healing themselves. She heeds Kenisha's words though and walks over to Toros. She taps her CLW wand to him healing him a little bit. Kanchana speaks to Toros in Wemic, "Toros we must keep a close eye on the little two-legger cleric you captured. We mean to have words with him later. It is very important that we speak with him. I will also heal you some more but I must wait just a little bit first." Kanchana turns her attention to the Mailed Fist cleric and almost smiles. Speaking now in Common she says, "how could you choose to follow them? Did not your Spirit Father [his God] council you otherwise? You are not even a Taur, so why do you bother with us anyway?" Kanchana stares at the man with a look of plain curiousity. She is not standing close enough for the pinned human to touch her or her sheathed weapons.
(Heals Toros 8 hp)
Toros Tuesday December 23rd, 2003 5:40:04 AM
OOC: What he heard from Kanchana is enough for Toros. After this he will start applying subdeal damage with his unarmed strike till the cleric becomes unconscious. So, he can leave him there and join the others. In that manner, Jim, is it possible for you to provide an information about cleric's approximate current hit point for my next post so that I can know whether the subdual damage I made is enough or not?
Flat-top Tuesday December 23rd, 2003 6:34:28 AM
Flat-top stops only because he though he heard Brahmah's voice. He is standing with Leets, "Are you all right? Tauric! You did a wonderful job of holding Two Minotaurs from fighting." Flat-top watches the going on, BUT when those two minotaurs block the way to the ship (named Storm). "Tell me Leets, are you thinking the same thing I'm thinking? Another attack from the frount and the Back?"
Afther Leets little speach and his charge, Flat-top will charge one of the Minotaurs that are standing in their way, "Not With Out Me, You Don't!" Then follows Leet into battle.
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday December 23rd, 2003 6:40:03 AM
Paw'caw has decended to where she is perching on one of the Mast (the nearest to where the party is standing) watching and wait to see if she can help her master.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday December 23rd, 2003 6:51:35 AM
Managran sits by his master side, just panting and listening with his toung hanging out of his mouth. Then he jumps on his paws, as Leets yells "Managram,with me!" as his master charges. Managram will follow *Blink*
The Black Minotaur. (DM Jim) Tuesday December 23rd, 2003 4:38:28 PM
The bounty hunters have made good their escape by now, seeing the opportunity and following orders. They have soon disappeared into the side streets or buildings unknown.
The black/green armored minotaur continues to laugh at something that the liontaur said. Though they do not block the docks themsleves they are standing right beside them.
Leet's charge changes the look on the minotaurs face but he does not reach for his weapon but leaves it plunged into the ground. You can see that he is setting himself for the inevitable charge attack that Leets has started. The sudden charge of Flat-top as well sends the liontaur's hands twitching by his own shortswords, but does not draw them with a word from the minotaur.
Much to everyone's dismay the minotaur's gauntleted hand shoots out and catches Leet's weapon. With a twist and jerk the weapon is soon out of his hands and the minotaur is smiling into his face. "You are very quick to die and to attack unprovoked like this." He clucks his tongue as he tosses the weapon behind Leets. Pulling off his helmet he tucks it under one arm and smiles again. "You are so fully under my abilities...maybe someday we will fight but not today." He waits for the others to draw near so that he can get a better look at them and study them up close. Several times he looks directly in the direction of Taric, though without really studying him you would not realize that he can see you. The liontaur glances to his boss and then back to The Chosen, obviously not a bit nervous or scared. "Boss...have you seen all you want to see here?" He gives Kanchana the once over and smiles at her as he produces a low rumble.
He makes no move to stop you from going onto the docks and seeing about a ship. If you look closely you will notice that Storm is no longer in port, so you will need to seek new passage.
[The cleric has felt some moderate hurt for his troubles.]
[There is also a small pouch hanging at the cleric's side and his belt is slightly wider than normal.]
Kanchana d20+11=25 d20+4=15 Tuesday December 23rd, 2003 5:58:12 PM
Kanchana momentarily "forgets" about the captured cleric and healing Toros as Leets and Flat-top charge the Black-clad Minotaur and his Liontaur crony. "Oh bother! Not a good move. Toros please... keep...", her voice trails away as Toros runs after the others. "Darn males!! Always haring off..." Kanchana snarls angrily as she glares at Toros' rapidly departing back. Kanchana picks up the unconscious (I presume) cleric and begins to try to revive him from his black-out before moving on. Though in fact she very seriously considers just simply leaving him behind; eventhough she knows that he will just keep dogging the Chosen. She shrugs and decides to leave the cleric where he is; after checking that he will indeed live and not bleed to death or anything. She mutters; "if no one else cares then neither shall I..." Then she sheathes her wand walks towards the Minotaur and Liontaur - where seemingly everyone else is.
When Kanchana is near enough to get a good look at the "observers" she stops and studies them outright, wanting to vividly remember how these two look. Kanchana returns the favor to the unknown male Liontaur; giving him an "appraising once over" as well. She notes in particular the unique snow leopard pattern to his fur. Kanchana looks him straight in the face as he smiles at her. She is trying to read exactly what that smile is supposed to mean. Her expression shows some curiousity; no anger at all, and a vague but acute desire to ask *who the heck are you anyway?* When he lets out that low rumbling sound Kanchana looks towards the docks and slowly heads in that direction, not at all happy about having to go sailing again.
(Heal check on the human cleric 25, Sense Motive (Liontaur) 15)
Toros HP 45/36 AC 18 d20=19 d4=1 d20=9 d20=15 Tuesday December 23rd, 2003 7:32:04 PM
After listening the words of Kanchana, Toros start using his unarmed strike (not claws?) to sub-damage the cleric. (d20, 19 grapple check) (d4, 1 unarmed strike + 10 = 11) (He can make subdeal damage without penalty and +1, improved unarmed strike-weapon focus (unarmed strike) coming from war cleric domain)
<<It should not be enough to make cleric unconscious>>
If the cleric becomes unconscious the actions of Toros are in the lines of Kanchana. Toros leaves cleric and approaches to others.
If not;
Toros watches his friends charging the taurs with worried eyes then surprise added to this, when he saw the ending of their attack.
He finally stops singing, and thanks Kanchana for the healing. He also tries to understand what that pouch and slightly wide belt can be (d20 9). In Wemic also, he does not ignore to ask Kanchana's idea about them, especially about the functioning of the belt. Then Toros makes his comment in a way that cleric also can understand. "As far as I know, isn't it an irony of fate that the one who left his men in the past is now left behind..."
As he has to stay with the cleric a bit longer, he tells "Kanchana, I guess I have to stay a bit longer with the cleric but hopefully I will join you later" and watches Kanchana to approach the others, holding still tight the cleric. He can also let the pinned cleric to talk, if he has something interesting to say, in order not to get bored while together with him.
He is still in rage with remaining 4-5 rounds. Meanwhile, his brain still continues to think whether or where he knows those taurs. (d20, 15). Finally he also asks Vasch, "Hey Vasch, would you accompany me while I am waiting for our temporary guest, if you don`t have any better thing to do".
Taric Wednesday December 24th, 2003 12:00:14 AM
Taric feels kinda nervous with the black-clad Taur looking at him. Or not? Taric can't figure it out, but the looks make him skittish. He decides to walk closer to hear better what is going on, but the events in the past seconds surely have surprised him so far.
Brahmah, -27hps Wednesday December 24th, 2003 2:13:14 AM
Brahmah moves up with the others and is unconcerned with the fact the 'observers' seem to be studying the Chosen. He still has weapons drawn and is no means intimidated my the Black Minotaurs boast. "If your so good, and we are in no way a challenge for you, then you wouldn't mind stating your name... brother." As the Captain says 'brother', it's quite obvious to EVERYONE, that he's restraining himself. "Why do we hold your interest so intently?"
He moves over to Toros and the cleric, and very calmly removes the pouch from the man, giving the cleric a light smack on the back of the head. He's fully aware that the 'observers' are watching.
Kenisha (Eagle's Splendor Potion: Chr=22 for 2min. 30sec.; Mage Armor: AC=22 for 6 hr; Blessed; Courage) Wednesday December 24th, 2003 2:31:17 AM
Kenisha moves forward with the others, but stays back a bit, guiding Vrurt and the children towards the docks.
When Brahmah comes back to give the cleric a knock, swhe whispers to him. "I think those two are here to see what kind of a threat we are. I don't think they care about the children at all."
Leets Wednesday December 24th, 2003 5:11:39 AM
When he feels that he loses his grip on his morningstar, Leets knows he has a dangerous challenge in front of him...Now only having his bare hands to fight, he hesitates one second, thinking of throwing his smite evil fist in the dark Minotaur face...But no...
Instead of this, he catches his morningstar on the ground, and ties it to his belt.
"Everything changes, dark one...Maybe today your abilities are beyond our humble grip, but there will always be righteous ones on your way, and the way of your master...We are servants of the gods, and we both know that all this is beyond time...And your own hour will come..."
No longer interested...Leets comes back among his friends, so that the Dark One can have a sight of the united Chosen...
"Thanks you all...Gecktar, Kanchana, Taric and Kenisha...We made it this time...And will make it again, when time will come..."
The Centaur paladin throws a steely gaze at the dark Taur, hand on his morningstar...
Flat-top Wednesday December 24th, 2003 6:43:02 AM
Flat-top charges in just as Leets drops his morning star, he get in between Leets and this black Minotaur. "Listen Leets! Remember the blessings we received from Both Gods. We did something that almost no other Taur has done. We, all of us Children have gotten our Brother Vasch back from the land of the Dead. This two poor soles cannot do that. Let's go home with our charges. And Meet These Braggard Another Day." Flat-top give the now pined Black Bull headed Taur a final squeeze (with his roump) and they walk onto the docks (behind the children.)
As them walk away Flat-top tells Brahmah "Captain! That was good, cutting that cleric bag of money off his belt. I wisk I could have left them a gift too, But I'm all out of Road Apples!"
Paw'caw Wednesday December 24th, 2003 6:55:32 AM
Paw'caw watches from her perch, she paces back and forth unsure if she's needed. She takes to the skies making a lazy eight paterm. When Lo and behold there's a male Golden Eagle Flying next to her??
Paw'caw Wednesday December 24th, 2003 6:57:27 AM
Paw'caw watches from her perch, she paces back and forth unsure if she's needed. She takes to the skies making a lazy eight paterm. When Lo and behold there's a male Golden Eagle Flying next to her??
Managram(ceil) d20+4=20 d4+4=5 Wednesday December 24th, 2003 7:06:16 AM
*Blink* Managram is next to the weimic Cleric's tail, of course managram bits the tail. "Chump! Grrr." and will not let go untill Leets leaves.
Vasch d20+9=18 d20+5=12 Wednesday December 24th, 2003 11:36:56 AM
Vasch cautiously retrieves his bow while keeping an ever-vigil eye on the area. He puts his spear away and keeps his bow ready.
"I can watch the cleric." Vasch says slowly moving over to the cleric's position.
He glances at Brahmah for some words of direction since it's obvious that they need to find a new boat or means off the island.
"We need to move." He says to Brahmah.
Spot DC18, Listen DC12.
The Black Minotaur. (DM Jim) Wednesday December 24th, 2003 5:03:10 PM
The minotaur smiles at Brahmah and then nods. "Yes of course introductions are in order." Glancing to the liontaur standing next to him that is purring at Kanchana he laughs. "My name is Vargas and this enamored young pup is Thalis, my right hand man."
The liontaur looks to the dog that is clinging to his tail and growls lightly. "You had better curb in your dog...Vargas may not want to fight but I would not be above it." He bares his teeth as his hands tighten on his sword hilts. Vargas lays a hand on his man's shoulder and squeezes lightly. "Let it go Thalis." With a shake of his head he turns after gathering his gear and starts to walk away. He is followed by the liontaur who has gotten his tail free, but casts a dark look at Managarm. Stopping the minotuar turns for a second before leaving. "I believe that the children will have to see thier Uncle Vargas at a later time."
The cleric is out cold after a few well placed shots. His pouch is also stripped and stashed for later appraisal, though noone has touched his belt.
Making your way up onto the dock you see that the Storm is no longer here for sure. Standing on the dock though are three people talking. They are most obviously captain of three of the ships docked here and waiting to head out. The minotaur captain turns and look in your direction before signing himself against evil. The other minotaur captain crosses his arms across his chest and scowls as he see you approach. The last captain is a female human that looks on with interest as you approach, though she does not look to happy at the time. You see sailors milling around on the decks of the ships, several stopping to watch as you approach.
Toros HP 45/36 AC 18 d20=8 d4=4 d20=14 d20=11 Wednesday December 24th, 2003 5:39:30 PM
Toros continues his subdeal damage on the cleric, maybe by squeezing so tight the right points in his body. (d20, 8 grapple check; d4, 4 damage). 14hp.
He asks Vasch in Wemic, "do you think we should tie him enough not to cause any trouble but walk with us, or just make him unconscious and carry him for later 'appraisal'".
He still thinks to himself, "Uncle Vargas, did I hear about him" (d20, 14) and Thalis (d20, 11), hmmmm".
Again, in Wemic he also asks about the cleric's belt and its unusual wideness. He also starts looking around to the remainings from the battlefield, and sees the fallen morningstar and shield of the cleric. Toros then suggests Leets "hey Leets, do you think this shield over there be of some use to you, I heard that you used to have one shield, this shield of cleric may not take the place of it but still..."
Flat-top Wednesday December 24th, 2003 8:31:00 PM
Flat-top tells Managram "Managram! Leets want you, so let go and go go go" Then he turn to the other guys "When these two want another leson in maners, I'm sure we can give them another leson."
He and the rest of the party follow Brahmah to where the three Captains are and they don't seem to be in a good mood.
Brahmah Wednesday December 24th, 2003 10:47:37 PM
Looking at the two observers, Brahmah listens to the introductions. "Vargus, Thalis, I have no reason to trust or mistrust either of you. You seem to be honorable. *He salutes Vargus.* Thalis, why are you so angry with us? Did we offend you somehow? I'd gladly fight you if you like." He smiles. *He scowls at Vargus as he says 'Uncle Vargus'*
At the docks, Brahmah looks over the three Captains and then ponders. Then walks up to the minotaur captain. "Hello, can you take on ten passengers, two children and two animals?"
Kenisha Wednesday December 24th, 2003 11:29:48 PM
"I think it would be a good idea to remove that belt as well." Kenisha says as the puts deed to words and removes the wide belt from the unconscious cleric. "He might be able to use it to harm us."
As the group passes the Vargus and Thalis, Kenisha makes sure that she is between them and the children at all times.
Toros d20=17 d20=3 d20=10 d20=2 Wednesday December 24th, 2003 11:44:09 PM
<<Thank you for the warning!! I am sorry, I misunderstood as if he still needed some more treatment to become unconscious. I think then you can ignore my grappling and subdeal damage.>>
"I am sorry Captain, I did not notice he was already unconscious". Instead of strongly holding him, with great happiness, Toros carefully leaves the body to the ground. He will take the belt and understand what it is (appraise check?, d20, 17). He will also check the body with more care to understand whether the cleric is allright (d20, 3), but for sure he is not as capable as Kanchana in doing so, maybe due to his lack of patience. He will also try to see whether the cleric has anythingelse other than the objects he has first noticed. like anything in his pockets or bag, if he has any. (d20, 10). When he finishes his job with cleric he stands up and tries to get an understanding of his surrounding (spot or listen d20, 2) but he feels a bit exhausted from the struggle with the taurs and cleric and feels the need to rest a bit. (rage ends with negative effects till the end of that combat).
<<The rest of the post is the same, he still thinks of the taurs to remember any piece of information, and while talking with Leets and Vasch. I hope this solves my previous wrong doing. On the other hand again by mistake I made too many rolls and skill checks. If you feel the need you can ignore the d20 = 2 check and some others>>
Toros Wednesday December 24th, 2003 11:47:33 PM
<<Ha ha! While I was writing mine Kenisha also submitted her post, but luckily, I think mine is not in contradiction to hers.>>
Taric (invisible) Thursday December 25th, 2003 4:07:27 AM
The two observers gave Taric the shivers. When they leave Taric can barely suppress a sigh of relief, realizing fully well they would not be ready for them right now.
Following Brahmah to the ship, Taric stays invisible, just in case it might come in handy. For now Taric is content with just following along.
Flat-top Thursday December 25th, 2003 8:30:57 AM
Flat-top smiles at Toros, "I know that he needed a good leson and you just the one to teach him one. But when a Taur is limp or not yelling in pain any more. It's a good though that he's numb or dead. Good job Toros" Flat-top trots away trying to supress a laugh.
When Brahmah ask for passage on that Captain boat, Flat-top has a second though he look around and cannot see Tauric. He ask Kenisha and Kanchana, (in a low voice) "Have you seen Tauric? Last time I saw him we were fighting and he was doing well." Then a though hit him "I wish that he would slap me on my roung, so that I wouldn't worry of leaving him behind!!"
Merry Christmas to all Taurs every where.
Paw'caw Thursday December 25th, 2003 8:38:26 AM
Paw'caw is making crazy circles High in the sky. She is not alone?? After a few feathers are ruffled, She dives down to Brahmah's shoulder. She will wait for her master's next order.
Managram Thursday December 25th, 2003 8:47:38 AM
Managran is not about to let go, But after being told to he does let go, but not before he growls "Grrr! Grrr!" turn around scratching the ground with hind paws, throwing dirt all over the Side Kicks clothes, as if to say "Here's Dirt in your eyes". Managram marches off with his Master with his nose in the airs.
Kanchana Thursday December 25th, 2003 2:26:06 PM
Kanchana smiles slightly at Thalis as he purrs at her. She is quite flattered and surprised by the totally unexpected attention. She takes note of the names of these two mysterious Taurs and then moves to follow the others to the docks. Kanchana saunters down to the docks; her tail swishing back and forth a little as she walks. Being the last one to head that way she doesn't see the Minotaur warding himself or the scowls either. Kanchana does note the female human though. Her stomach tightens and she feels a little queasy just thinking about sailing. She vaguely hears Flat-tops' question about Taric. "Doesn't he tend to disappear in battle when he can?" she asks absently; still thinking about sailing and about Thalis. Kanchana looks as if her mind is wandering.
Passage on a Ship. (DM Jim) Thursday December 25th, 2003 5:18:19 PM
The minotuar captian that signed himself shakes his head vigorously. "I will not be taking on the likes of you. Those that turn their eyes from Domi." Without another word he turns and storms off to his boat.
The other minotuar looks over the group as if calculating something in his mind. He says nothing yet as his gaze lingers over the females. He shakes his head as he sighs, knowing what is to come. "No women on my ship...it is a bad omen and will surely bring disaster." He spits on the deck for added emphasis to his statement.
The human turns on her heels and without a word of warning brings her fist crashing into the minotaur's jaw. Despite her smaller size the minotaur drops to the dock moaning. "I dare ya ta say that again." As several of the men from the minotuar's ship start to filter off to their captains rescue there is a heavy thud on the deck. A large well muscled minotaur female lands on the dock. She is dressed in a plain shirt, pants and sandles. Her muscles bulge as she sets herself for the coming fracas, but the men stop as if hitting a wall. "Tis a sorry lot ya be...we be givn ya five ta one odds...that be in yur favor." She smiles as she grinds her knuckles into her other fist. Within just a few minutes the dock is cleared of the captain as well as his men who have returned to thier ship.
Turning to you the human pulls off her wide-brimmed hat and bows deeply to the lot of you. "Me name be Captain Lira Cordina." Pointing to the female minotaur beside her she smiles. "This be me first mate...Yandana and mighty handy in a fight." Glancing around she looks to Brahmah and smiles again. "Me be takn it ye seek passage...to where if I may ask?" A general interest in your destination is not a bad thing and she will have to take you there. Maybe she will take you.
Yandan makes her way over to Brahmah and slowly circles him as she looks him over. With a smiles she stops in front of him and stands with hands on hips. "Want to arm wrestle?" It is easy to tell that she has conditions for the event, but that would have to wait unless you are actaully more inclined. Glancing back to the Captain she smiles again as she nods to Brahmah. "I say we be takn them on...this one could be provn most entertaining." She smiles again at Brahmah as she runs a hand through her short cut hair.
[Toros - You slightly remember the name Vargas but as to what it is attached to you are not sure.]
Toros HP 45/36 AC 20 d20=7 d20=7 d20=1 Thursday December 25th, 2003 6:02:47 PM
When he is finished with cleric (he made a quick check of his health condition, at least he looks OK, he checked his belongings, tried to understand what the belt is, giving it back to Kenisha) Toros will want to quickly do this with other causalties. If he can reach top of the building he will go to the wemic archer. He wants to have a closer look at this taur almost killing his friend. He will also check anything he has. If anything good he may want to take them, like the bow and arrow quiver. In return, he will also try to get Leets and his javleins from where they thud. If he can not reach to the roof he will do this for first M6 then M2 in the same manner. Also if he can not reach the javelins, he may try mage hand to take them. If there is anyone available, he may ask the help of his friends to do these too. Also they need to carry cleric to the docks.
Toros seemed to be focused on his work on hand, not attending to the happenings at the dock, though he does not ignore to see and listen what is going on, and of course still thinks "Hmm, I slightly remember this Vargas but from where I am not sure"
<<I rolled these dies in case you may want to use (d20, d20, 7), but not the last one... computer rolls this before I get the chance to remove my mouse from the button. :-) It is quicker than me...>>
<<And merry christmas :-) >>
Kanchana Thursday December 25th, 2003 7:05:07 PM
Kanchana's eyes shine with excitement as the female human Ship's Captain lays the Minotaur Captain low with one blow. She almost cheers with glee. Kanchana gives the Captain and her First Mate a genuine look of respect. For the first time ever Kanchana actually seems eager to sail; and it shows. She edges over to Brahmah; after Yandana has stopped looking Brahmah over and isn't talking anymore, and whispers (her excitement leaking a little into her voice), "Brahmah, if we are permitted then book passage with them! They don't seem to pay heed to that awful slander against us... that is a good thing I think."
Brahmah Thursday December 25th, 2003 8:47:55 PM
After the group strips the cleric of all valuables and components, Brahmah walks over to him. Picking up the cleric off the ground, Brahmah slings him over his shoulder(assuming he's still unconcious) and takes him to the edge of the dock. Holding the man by his ankles, he dunks him until he sputters awake. Brahmah sits the man upright and kicks him firmly in the butt. "Be off now! 'Fore I have Toros beat the snot out of you again! And tell your masters the Chosen aren't afraid."
As the female Captain pummels the minotaur male, Brahmah smiles. "I've never been one for superstition. Females aren't bad luck on ship." He notices Yandana's interest, but the Chosen's leader has bigger interests and other females to care for and worry about. He walks over to Domisha and picks her up, giving her a sweet peck on her cheek. "No thanks. No arm wrestling right now. What is the fee for passage to Hearthold Island, Captain?"
He winks at Kanchana. "Yes, I believe they are going to be fine with us."
Turning to Flat-top, with Domisha in his arms, Brahmah says, "Don't worry Flat-top, I'm sure Taric is being useful and looking out for us. He's close."
"When we board, we need a meeting room large enough for the lot of us. Ten adults, two children and two animals... do you have room?" He asks the Captain.
Toros Thursday December 25th, 2003 11:25:16 PM
<<Also, we should not forget to use detect magic for cleric. Maybe he has got something magical!! am I suggesting right, can we use detect magic for this purpose?>>
"Thank you Brahmah for the cleric" :-)
Leets Friday December 26th, 2003 3:57:58 AM
The Cenaur paladin prefers to remain silent as the two evil ones walk away...
"Anyway, our ways will cross again...Soon..."
Before leaving, he will get a look at what weapons and armor can be taken on the battlefield.
He gladly accept Vasch shield.
"Oh thank you Vasch! This shield will be must useful! Have you seen some piece of armor, by the way...I feel like we could meet other troubles on our way, and it could be better to be equiped..."
Leets will mainly search for sets of armor on the fallen Minotaurs, unless the bounty hunters brought them...(If the bodies are still here, he'll worry about what they will become, and may ask to the first Taur arriving to take care of them..."
He will then join the group, but will let Brahmah talk to book the journey, still looking around and worried, as if the Dark Taur could come back...
He will join his friends
Flat-top Friday December 26th, 2003 9:17:37 AM
Flat-top stand there and smiles As the Female Captain Clocks that minotaur loud mouth. He wanted to rear up and cheer, but the best is yet to come. His chest puff out as Brahmah pick up Domisha. Flat-top smiles (the smiles of a proud Stalion looking at his fist two taurs).
He answers Brahmah "Ahh! Yes! Captain! I see you made a impression on these two Beautiful Play mates! You should get a good discount for this trip." Flat-top looks around hoping to feel Tauric presents. he must have a very good reason to stay out of sight.
Gecktar Friday December 26th, 2003 1:53:59 PM
Gecktar has no concern about the black taur they encounter. If we must cross his way so be it. Just after the fight he tries to get some weapon back as he has given his prefered hammer to Gargul and Domi. He will take the morning star of the fallen cleric if nobody claim it. He will also take the great sword of the fallen minotaur #6.
Now he is following his captain that will certainly find a way to go to the Hearthold Island
OOC : I will add a greatsword and a morning star to my equipment if it's alright for everybody.
Passage on a Ship. (DM Jim) Friday December 26th, 2003 3:20:48 PM
The cleric glares at you as he slowly backs away from the group. He is dripping wet and mre than a little ticked. "The Mailed Fist will not take this injustice lying down...we will meet again." with that he disappears into the crowd that has started to form.
Some searching reveals that the last few arrows on the archer are burned beyond use and the bow broke from the fall. The javelins are broken as well and note useable anymore. The minotaurs that fell have no armor to speak of and the clerics shield is rather small as Leets holds it, more of a small shield to him. A closer look at the belt taken from the cleric reveals hidden pockets that contain some coin.
Captain Lira looks the group over and nods her head as he first mate slips up to her. "Me be likn them captain...we be headn that direction anyways." Lira nods and then turns to Brahmah. " Me be havn room and it be good ya not be mindn females...me whole crew be females." She starts to turn to go back to her ship when she hears the idea of payment. "Me be thinkn that ten goldl be fine." She smiles and heads on to her ship.
Once on deck she stops and turns to you again. "Me be havn two rules....first, me be the captain on this vessel...two, noone be messn with me ladies...follow da rules and be welcome aboard da GossamerWing." All over the deck are females of several of the races, it does not appear that any race has been left out...you even see a pair of dark elf twins going up the main mast. "Ya can be usen me warroom ta sleep in...hope ya donta mind sharing with ye lady folks." With a motion to Yandana she sends you to the lower deck to see the room.
Yandana leads you down to a large room with a big central table. Charts line the walls with a few bookcases with books. There is more than enough room for twenty taurs to sleep comfortably here. "Tis be the room." With a glance to Brahmah she smiles again. "Me challenge is still open when ya want." With that she leaves you to settle in.
[Everyone - Remember that all items used in the ritual to get Vasch back were given back to you by the old cleric who performed the ceremony. They were only a show of your devotion and that was enough for the gods.]
FOUND greataxe - 2 greatsword -2 fine white round gems - 5 platinum coins - 200 gold coins -500 shield (human size) morningstar (human size)
Toros Friday December 26th, 2003 5:39:29 PM
<<In addition to the found items look what I got, a fine baldic from the giggling post, and Kanchana congratulations for your brown leather boots as well. Merry Christmas, and happy new year. By the way did you know that Saint Nicholas, the Saint that Santa Clause was derived from had lived in Turkey, actually near to sea side, with so much sun. Much more suitable for a Cola ad. But, making the children happy, throwing present inside the house and being loved by people part of the story is somehow true =) >>
Toros would take one of the greataxes and leave the distribution of the other things he found to the group. He will follow to the docks and boat, showing an interest to all things around, with a song as whistle in his mouth(?)
Kenisha Friday December 26th, 2003 6:20:15 PM
"I'm sure the warroom will be fine for all of us. Thank you." Kenisha tells the captain as they are shown to the room below.
Domisha is immediately curious about everything on the ship and Kenisha ends up chasing after her to keep her out of the way of the sailors.
(Merry Christmas everyone)
Flat-top Friday December 26th, 2003 6:44:06 PM
Flat-top over sees that the beds for the little ones are made for both unitaurs and Mothers. Then He look over th spoils of the battle, "Hmm! I don't need a great axe, I don't need a great sword either, the shield is too small for me,and I already have a good Morning Star. That leaves 5 round white gems, 200pp which split between us come to 22pp each with 2pp left over and 500gp split between this group come to 55gp each with 5gp left over, Hey Captain! Pay for our passage with a platium coin that's worth 10gp. Any body else want anything??"
(Merry Christmas everybody)
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday December 26th, 2003 6:52:28 PM
Paw'caw watches her master and where he is going. She sees him board the ship. So she circle her spiral down ward pattern all the way down to the crow nest on top of the mast.
Managram(ceil) Friday December 26th, 2003 7:04:01 PM
Managram sit next to Leets, and watches the going on, but he really wanter to go after that rotten spoted cat cleric. But he stayed with Leets side. Troted on deck and down to the cabin, looking for a spot to sleep. With a full stomic he takes a nap in an open draw.
Brahmah Saturday December 27th, 2003 12:56:45 AM
He settles into the room, when everyone is around, he states some concerns ater he's sure the room is safe of spies.
"Ten gold is an awful small sum for passage, be on your toes and watchul of all these fine females. AND Flat-top, mind your manners 'round the ladies, heed those rules.... I know you love the gals!"
"Gecktar and Toros, when the mothers are away, watch the children. Taric? Taric, stay visible 'round the sailors, stay in good faith with them. It'll be some days before we get home, so sit back and stay below as much as possible. Pass the time constructively. Anyone have suggestions about anything?"
OOC: Happy Holidays.
Flat-top Saturday December 27th, 2003 8:51:30 AM
Flat-top turn around "How can you say that, Captain? OH! Well you know what they say,'You cannot keep a good Marien down' But I'll do as you say." Now flat-top is wearing a sheepish grin.
Vasch Saturday December 27th, 2003 10:13:18 PM
"It does seem a little cheap, but..." He says to Brahmah, "Maybe a little change is luck has come our way."
Toros HP 45/36 AC 20 d20=11 Sunday December 28th, 2003 12:35:36 AM
Toros is very happy to sail again and meanwhile have some time with the children. So he must be feeling very good at the moment, although he cannot stop wondering what happened to the meal which was mentioned first he met with the Chosen. "Was it in fact just a hook to convince him to join them? =)" He is hungry, after the long! fight.
When he has time alone he will just watch the scene from the board of the boat. With the refreshing feeling of the sea, he will continue to think from where he knows these taurs they met, what their relation to all these is(d20=11). Meanwhile he will try to think something for the children enjoy, maybe with some contribution from his prestidigation spell. Who knows maybe this can also get the attention of some ladies on board.
Kanchana d20+4=10 Sunday December 28th, 2003 6:38:53 AM
Kanchana steps on to the ship and reluctantly goes down into the war-room. She isn't too sure about spending the duration of the sailing below decks. If she is offered the 22pp and the 55gp she will be overjoyed and absolutely accept it; she will state that the left-over sums are fine by her to use as a group fund for expenses or to use for the Keep. Kanchana states, "I can most certainly use the money and I have no use for the weapons." "May I see those small white round gems?" If she gets a chance to look at the gems then she will attempt to appraise them. (appraise check 10) "Everyone, now would be an excellent time to try to identify the - what I think are wands - and the other magical things that we procured from the mercenaries. Do we have any pearls? These gems might be pearls..." Kanchana looks at everyone, "so what do you think? Should Kenisha, Taric and I try to see if we can figure some of those magic items out? We also picked up some of their spell component pouches." (Kanchana did a detect magic on the treasure from the Mailed Fist combat, but not from the Wemic combat. She is carrying the magic treasure from the MF) Kanchana smiles at Brahmah's comments about the ladies and Flat-top's reaction. "I think that maybe we all might somehow be too busy to be looking at any ladies." Kanchana says in a good-humored tone. "Is it ok if I get some sleep right now, so I can study a few Identify spells?" If no one objects then she will try to get some sleep right away.
Taric Monday December 29th, 2003 2:05:45 AM
Taric still feels a little squeezy about everything, but after the display of the human female and her first mate decides to step out into the open, grins a bit at Flat-Top like telling him that he was here all the time and then follows the others on the ship.
He is rather glad to be getting on the ship as it means another step closer to reaching Harthold keep. It should also provide a good means of thinking things over, since a lot had happened in the past few days.
And he might even have a chance to practice his drawing again. It had been too long since he made his last one.
At the suggestion of Kanchana, Taric agrees to study in four identify spells.
OOC: memorizing 4 identify spells instead of other 1st level spells, so 1st level spells will be: identify (4x), silent image.
Brahmah Monday December 29th, 2003 2:39:11 AM
"Let's get reminder of what's magical loot or not too."
Brahmahs prepared spell will be, Summon Nature's Ally 1
Kenisha Monday December 29th, 2003 6:24:58 AM
"I would help identify those items if I could, my friends, but I do not know that spell." Kenisha tells the others.
(ooc- And won't know it until we get the official ok to level from this adventure. :)
Leets Monday December 29th, 2003 7:54:58 AM
Once aboard Leets will consider the Loot gathered on the battlefield, but is finally not interested in anything but some money. Maybe when more peaceful time will come he can buy some armor...
Until this, he will enjoy the journey, being as polite as he can with the crew, and spending some time with Managarm. He will clean his shield and his morningstar.
"Hey! Gecktar, maybe it's time to talk a little bit...Tell me how you joined Domi's clergymen...We can share our experience maybe..."
The GossamerWing. (DM Jim) Monday December 29th, 2003 4:34:39 PM
Soon there is a knock on the door to the warroom. When you open it two females saunter in with several trays laden with several kinds of food. They quickly usher themselves out not wanting to bother you. They return sometime later to collect the trays and jugs of wine and water they brought.
There is talk about the cost of the passage and how low it seems to be for a group your size. Others talk over the identifying and division of the magical treasure. Shortly after the trays had been collected earlier the Captain comes in to check on you. "Me be checking ta see how ya doin and ifn ya want to go above deck...that be ok." She looks around at the room and is satisfied that it is well enough furnished for you. "Me will be collectn me payment when we be gettn to Hearthold....ifn ya be wondern the price be that because we be sailn there anyways and there be somethn different about ye." She slips back out the door to the upper deck to go about her business.
Feeling a little better you all fall asleep, though you still take some precautions. That night a small chubby halfling like creature slips into your room (listen DC 12 to notice). He is standing on the big table and digging through a green bag.
[The first gem that Kanchana appraises is indeed a pearl and she estimates it's value at 680gps. She makes no checks on the others at this time.]
[You find the components for three identify spells out of the pouches you gather.]
Magical Treasure *this stuff you have cast detect magic on and know is magical* potions - 16 wands - 3 ring - 1 necklaces - 2 token - 1 battleaxes - 2
*this stuff has not been detected as magical, mainly from the last battle* *potions - 8 *bracer - 1 *belt - 1 *greataxe - 2 *greatsword - 2 *white stones - 5
Toros HP 45/36 AC 20 d20=3 Monday December 29th, 2003 5:10:03 PM
Happy and satisfied with the dinner Toros should be sleeping good and heavy, maybe making some noice of his own. His bed should be chosen after all others found theri place. He mighting be dreaming about playing with the children, what he will do with the money and possible new items he may get.
(d20, 3 listen) He hasnot heart anything yet.
Flat-top d20=11 Monday December 29th, 2003 7:59:24 PM
Listen 11
Flat-top watches the babies, poor little things they went through so much and yet the were very good. They did not make a sound or cried in fear. So Flat-top will tuck them in for the night, tell them a story about a one eyed purple monster who eats grapes. When they asleep, Flat-top will get together with the others.
After the captain check on them, and leaves. The Taurs all settles down and have for once a good nite sleep. Flat-top leans against the wall and fall asleep, and he does not notice anything.
Kanchana d20+4=20 d20+5=17 Monday December 29th, 2003 10:11:44 PM
Kanchana went to bed early and probably didn't hear any of the exchange between any of the crew and the Chosen. She does however hear something sneak into their quarters and sits up groggily to have a look around. She isn't entirely sure that she sees a small creature on the table digging into a bag or if she is still dreaming. *?* Kanchana blinks slowly and watches the creature without saying a word.
(Listen 20, Spot 17)
Kanchana will memorize/pray for these spells, if she has gotten enough sleep; if not she will try to get more sleep a little bit later (after checking out the little person):
Kenisha and Domisha d20+2=22 Monday December 29th, 2003 10:26:49 PM
Domisha enjoys her supper (if a bit messily) and listens to Flat-top's story with rapt attention; her feline eyes wide with wonder.
Kenisha settles her daughter down to sleep and soon joins her in slumber.
(Listen Check = 22. Wow! I guess Kenisha still a little paranoid. ^_^ )
Brahmah stands(no armor on) and moves (move silently 16) toward the halfling. When he gets close enough to grab him, he says, "Little friend, you must have a death wish." If he can, he'll grab the little creature. (Base Attack +6, Str +6, Size mod +4= GRAPPLE hits 19)
Toros Tuesday December 30th, 2003 2:41:04 AM
I think I also should have told about the spells I will have prepared.
level 1 (1+1) shield of faith, protection from evil
domain spell- war magic weapon
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday December 30th, 2003 8:40:53 AM
It's dark so Paw'caw sleep on, she's perch in a corner somewhere cozy.
Managram(ceil) d20+5=8 Tuesday December 30th, 2003 8:46:55 AM
Managram Snores On "ZZZZZ snort! ZZZZZ"
Gecktar d20+3=12 d8+3=10 d8+3=10 Tuesday December 30th, 2003 9:13:56 AM
When on board Gecktar feels that the danger is now beyond them for some time at least... He will use his two remaining first level slots to heal Brahmah and Toros (casting cure light wounds and healing them both 10 hp) After that he will take a bed not far from the children as his captain asked him that he must keep an eye on them... He tries to keep an eye open during the night but the fatigue of the day and his wounds catch him. Just to be awaken by a small intruder. He will watch a time to see what the small creature is expecting...
He will pray for the following spell in the morning : Clr lvl 0 (4) Create water, detect magic, purify food an drink, light
Vasch d20+5=16 Tuesday December 30th, 2003 10:06:01 AM
Vasch spends much of his time below deck while on the sea. He seems to dislike the swaying motion of the ship.
As far as stuff found, extra weapons that can be use I think should be passed out since it's always good to have back-up weapons.
Vasch notices the halfling, but defers questions.
Listen DC16
The GossamerWing. (DM Jim) d20+20=26 d20+20=40 d20+20=25 d4-1=0 d4-1=2 d4-1=3 Tuesday December 30th, 2003 4:19:24 PM
The little fat halfling turns around just in time to be grabbed by Brahmah. The little man does not hear anything that is said as he glares at Brahmah. "Why you no good dullard of a giant....have you no respect for not grabbing peoples." Suddenly Brahmah finds that the little man has seemingly melted through his hands and lands lightly on the table. "Must you idiots always mistake me for a leprechaun...you dimwitted big dumbell...is your head full of straw." He suddenly disappears from sight and much to your surprise he reappears on Brahmah's shoulders. With a quickness that is not apparent from the little guys size he smashes his green bag into the back of Brahmah's head (hit: 26/40/25, damage: 0/2/3). Each one of the hits is accentauted by his continued insults to Brahmah. "You she bull...numbskull....weirdo." He reappears on the table where you finally may notice the few presents laying out on the table with your names on them. "I have a mind to put these presents back and leave right this instant and go home....you want to sorrow of every taur on your shoulders you dolt....ohhh the kids will sing a song for you....stealing thier joy." You can see that he is not exactly the nicest guy in the world, but then again you had not just been grabbed for no reason.
In all the uproar the two children have woken up and look around drowsily. Once they spot the little man though they are wide awake and running towards him, little voices raised in shouts. "OR...OR...or." The little halfling turns to the children and a big smile breaks out on his face. With a large smile he digs into the bag and pulls out two presents, one blue and green the other red and yellow. He hands one to each of the children as they reach the table. He gently pats them on the head after giving them eight sticks of candy. "There you go little ones have fun." As they run off he turns back to Brahmah, the smile gone and the scowl back. "Now as for you...apologize to Orto this instant or you will be heralded as the destroyer of present day." He stands on the table his hands on his hips as he holds his green sack and just glares.
By this time everyone else in the room should be awake and wondering what is going on. If anyone has any wits about them (int DC 10) they will have some recollection as a young taur and receiveing a gift on this day.
Vrurt's child tears into the package and pulls out a set of little multi-colored balls. She giggles as she pulls one up from the box they are in and tosses one. She may not have meant too, but the ball hits Flat-top on the head and then bounces away. She cries in glee as she chases the ball across the room
[The two children will most likely tear into thier gifts and find the following. Domisha gets a small box with a set of multi-colored blocks inside, more like small prisms. Vrurt's child will find a set of multi-colored balls.]
Toros d20=17 Tuesday December 30th, 2003 6:24:33 PM
<<Thank you Gecktar for healing :-) >>
When Toros wakes up he cannot believe to his eyes, whether it was still dream or not. It was him, Orto; and a very similar scene with children he was dreaming almost right now. He wonders what Orto might have for him and just wants to run towards him as the children did, or as it was in the dream (?). But, he should act as a young mature Taur...
"Ah Orto, what a nice surprise" He stands up from the bed and welcomes the new comer. His eyes are wide open, as if to put into his brain as much as possible from the experience with this legend creature's existence just next to them and approach their unexpected guest.
(d20: 17)
When having time, he will definitely go near children to play with them and appreciate their new toys. After all he is the youngest of the chosen, he will start thinking like that! Then on the deck Toros will mediate for his spells, looking to the sea, with the delight of the new year. The whole boat could be awake until that time with the louds and cheers.
<<everyone, happy new year, looking forward to meeting you on the next year too!!!>>>
Toros addendum d20=20 Tuesday December 30th, 2003 6:40:56 PM
Oh, and at the beginning Toros is not totally aware of what has been going on or the little halfling could be angry for any reason, then from the behaviour of Orto he will realize that there is something wrong. And being also in accordance with the behaviours of others, he will do his best to return the situation normal and everyone enjoy him/herself with the presents - in fit with the spirit of the day. Maybe a nice song from old times started at the right time can do wonders to warm up... (d20, 20 diplomacy check)
Brahmah, taken 5 points of SACK damage Tuesday December 30th, 2003 6:45:24 PM
The minotaur looks at the fat little man with suspicion. When Orto hands the candy to the children, Brahmah won't hesitate taking the sweets from the babies. If they cry, that's fine, they would understand when their older.
"A Lepra-what!? I don't care if your stealing or leaving things in here! You should NOT intrude on people who don't know your customs. I grabbed you because you were here, UNINVITED! I call intruding." "Call me the Destroyer of Present day then if your inclined!!"
"If you weren't so greasy, I would have probably killed you." Noticing that everyone else is up, Brahmah goes back to the bedroll. He checks his pockets for missing items. "Everyone, check your valuables! The greasy FAT rat has a big sack!" Then he flops down and goes to sleep.
(OOC: Who is Orto? Is he a myth Brahmah should know?)
Flat-top Tuesday December 30th, 2003 7:04:54 PM
"zzzzz snort?? ouch! what what's this??" Flat-top look around as the children are playing with their toys. "Oh! Ho! It must be Present Day where every good little taurs get a present today." then Flat-top playes toss the ball with the two children. "Well I see there won't be any sleep tonight." Then you see a very strange sight, a Centaur down on his knees(with his hind end high in the air) playing with the prisms, "We put the green ones here and the red ones there, then the white ones in the middle....." All the while that ball bounces off his head and Flat-top bounces the ball to Gerklan.
Kenisha and Domisha d20+3=13 d20+5=14 Tuesday December 30th, 2003 11:42:23 PM
"There won't be any sleep tonight, not with eight sticks of candy." Kenisha says as the takes seven of the sticks for Domisha out of her reach. Domisha doesn't notice this as she is busy sucking on the first stick and playing with her prisms.
Kenisha bows to Orto. "Please excuse my friend here. We've all had a very trying week, what with several attempts to kill these children here. We've had to becomes very cautious of everyone we've met. Thank you for giving Domisha and Vrurt's child their presents."
(ooc- 13 on the Int check; 14 on a Diplomacy check)
Kanchana d20+3=12 d20=20 Wednesday December 31st, 2003 12:45:30 AM
Kanchana realizes with a start who Orto is. She heaves herself out of bed and moves over to the table. She bows her head in greeting to the little man. Speaking very politely Kanchana tries her underated diplomacy, "Begging your pardon Sir but ill behaviour was done by you both. Captain doesn't yet realize who you are and you shouldn't have called him those names." Kanchana looks at Orto and grins. "We all thank you for what you have given the children though, and hope that all little Taurs may enjoy your generousity as well in these dark times." She pointedly ignores the other gifts on the table for now. "Brahmah Orto is not a thief he gives people things. Most people don't remember who he is once they have "grown up" though." Kanchana looks a little confused at Brahmah's rather scary display.
(Int check 12, Diplomacy 20 (natural 20))
((Happy New Year everyone!))
Taric Wednesday December 31st, 2003 3:31:56 AM
Taric wakes up slowly and opens up one eye. He sees a weird display in front of him. Taurs acting like children. Taurs acting like they have gone crazy. And Taurs doing things they normally don't even think about.
Taric lets it all sink slowly into his mind, trying to understand it all. He then hears the name 'Orto'. Somehow he knows what it means, but he can't fathom it all.
For now he follows the ongoing scene, curious to what will be happening next. He would be glad to find out what exactly is going on and he suspects somebody or something to explain the current situation soon enough.
Brahmah Wednesday December 31st, 2003 4:51:50 AM
Laying on his bedroll, Brahmah simply says, "Sorry."
Gecktar d20+2=15 d20+6=26 Wednesday December 31st, 2003 12:51:46 PM
Gecktar wake up and see the little creature. Is dream was about an old man with a large bag on his back giving toys to all children in the world. What a strange dream !!! Seeing Orto he will try to interfere with Brahmah but to late.... "Please forgive our comrade and captain. He bears the weight of our safety... and times are sad. We've lost a friend and almost lost one more of the chosen. Be welcome in our vinicity and accept a small drink. Does anybody have some strong drink to lift our glass to a new era. May the bless of Domi protect us and all those of pure heart !"
(Int roll 15, Diplomacy 26 !)
The GossamerWing. (DM Jim) Wednesday December 31st, 2003 4:47:14 PM
Orto does not seem to be fazed by the soothing words of anyone, but he does look to Brahmah. "You are probably right..." Pulling at the green suit he has on he grumbles. "It is this blasted suit...I hate green...it makes me look fat and all." As he digs in his bag and lays out a few more presents you hear him still mumbling. "The council in their blasted wisdom will not let me take a different color...it's enough to make anyone crazy." Laying the sack to the side he pulls out a little book as he glances to Brahmah again. As he flips through it you may notice pictures of people you know, then he finally stops. On the page is a picture of Brahmah. "Ahhh...that would explain it...a nonbeliever." With a look to Brahmah he gives a small smile as he slips the book away. "I am sorry that I could not bring you that sword you wanted when you were little." With a last look to Brahmah he smiles again. "Please forgive an old grumpy man like myself...I will have to try and keep up with Wold events...seems a lot is happening that I do not know." With a last look to the group he smiles and waves, then he begins to shrink down till he literally winks out. "Happy Presents Day Chosen...and Brahmah keep up the good work and have faith in me."
Laying on the table are nine medium sized boxes in an assortment of colors. Each of them are labeled with one of your names on a small tag hanging off them. The excitement has also taken its toll on the children as they have fallen asleep again. Domisha lays with her blocks pulled close to her as Vrurt's child lays with her head resting on one of the balls.
You have been sailing for a day now and it is estimated that it will take another five to get to Hearthold Keep...weather permiting.
PACKAGES: In each package you will find two-three presents with a note telling you what they are. You will also find a bag of thirty small fruit/nut filled pastries.
Brahmah: magic weapon oil, entangle scroll, pass without trace scroll
Flat-top: magic weapon oil, shield of faith potion +2
Toros: magic weapon oil, bless scroll, endure elements scroll
Brahmah Wednesday December 31st, 2003 5:36:22 PM
As he lays there, Brahmah notices the book. "Wait, you have a book about me? Sword! I asked for that when I was..." Then he sits up as the little green man pops out. "Hmm... How's he know me? I never had time to believe after dad left..."
He lays there for sometime, until his gift is the only one left, unopened. He approuches it with caution, tapping it a couple of times with his kukri, expecting a trap or the like. Not finding one, he takes it to his bedroll and unwraps it.
He'll rest below deck for a day or so then go up on deck at some point.
Toros d20=14 Thursday January 1st, 2004 1:32:27 AM
Happy Toros will spend a good day below and on the deck.
He will take one of the untaken greatswords and try to use magic weapon oil on this, asking someone how to do this. Actually he wonders whether it can be used for unarmed strike of war domain clerics in Wold, too.
He had listened the story that Flat-Top told together with the children, but had fallen asleep before the end, thus he will ask Flat-top the end of the story.
With the help of his cantrip spell power he will also have some time to entertain the children, using magic to move the balls, put blocks into different forms and change their colours temporarily.
He will feel the refreshing smell of the sea, watch the horizon line, chat with others and join what they do (in case needed d20, 14, if nothing for fishing :-)).
Kenisha and Domisha d20+4=23 Thursday January 1st, 2004 3:51:15 AM
(ooc- The magic weapon oil is a short duration (one-shot) item; like a potion. So save it for a battle.)
"Happy Present Day, Brahmah." Kenisha tells the Leader in the morning when they are both away.
Domisha, when she awakes in the morning, has as much fun playing with the empty boxes as she does the prisms.
Kenisha lets her have one of the candy sticks at mid-morning.
Kenisha will also go above and if they have any tackle (or nets), will fish as well.
(Prof. Fisherman Check=23. Anything she catches she'll give to the ship's cook for everyone to share.
Flat-top Thursday January 1st, 2004 6:15:33 AM
"Ahh! Come up on deck, Captain. Let's take Paw'caw for a good flight the bird need a good flight, Kenisha is on deck fishing, besidea the mothers just gave the little ones candy." If that last comment does not move him, well nothing will.
Flat-top and Toros goes up on deck, "Well, Toros I don't remember the stories I told them last night. You see females children are not intrested in war stories, Sooo! I make up things, I don't lie?? but I do streach thr trouth just a little bit." They bouth look at each other and laugh.
Managram(ceil) Thursday January 1st, 2004 6:21:26 AM
Managram wakes up and tours the room licking up small pieces of candy here and there. He also goes to the little ones and lick their faces clean of any candy resting there. But the mothers shoos him away, so he goes back to Leets, then bacl to sleep.
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday January 1st, 2004 6:26:25 AM
Paw'caw wags her feather tail feathers, and go with Brahmah and spend the day in the crow's nest or follow his any where he goes. But rather spend the day in her corner nest.
Gecktar Thursday January 1st, 2004 3:01:56 PM
Gecktar preciously take the gifts of the small creature. He will then stay with the children when Kenisha goes to fish an will play a little with them and their new toys.
(OOC HAPPY NEW YEAR !)
Kanchana d20+7=16 d20+7=21 Thursday January 1st, 2004 6:29:17 PM
Kanchana opens her gift and studies the contents. She carefully stows the gifts away in her haversack until they might be needed. If Kanchana has got enough sleep then she will pray for and memorize her spells (see the list posted earlier). Afterwards she will gather all of the treasure from the Wemic battle and from the docks battle (that she can find) and put it on the table. She will then cast 'Detect Magic' on the loot and concentrate for as long as she can, until all of the magical stuff is sorted out into a separate pile. Kanchana checks the spell component bags (4 of them) for any pearls as well. Kanchana will finally prepare the 'brew' for the 'Identify' spells (two brews, using two of the pearls) and then work on identifying the 2 wands from the Mailed Fist battle. Kanchana will continue doing this each new day after her spells are prepared until everything is identied or the pearls run out.... She will always identify wands before anything else.
The GossamerWing. (DM Jim) Thursday January 1st, 2004 7:48:06 PM
Everyone wakes up the next morning feeling fully refreshed. The events from last night are counted as a dream till the toys are seen laying on the floor of the childrens.
You spend the day on the deck, for some, helping out with some of the chores on the ship. You can tell that you all are making a impression on Captain Lira as she gives you other little tasks.
Yandana once again approaches Brahmah and actually challenges him to an armwrestling match this time. Many of the crew stop for a few minutes to see what will happen and even the Captain cannot help but smile from the upper deck of the ship.
Toros adn Kenisha end up on deck for some of the trip and decide to try their hand at some fishing. Toros finds his luck to be fairly decent as he pulls in a four foot long silver gray fish. His jaw drops though as Kenisha struggles with her pole for fifteen minutes, slowly coaching int he fish she has on her line. Finally she gets it close enough that one of the ladies catches it on a long hooked pole and pulls it to the deck. It is the same silver gray, but over eight feet long. After that a fishing competition starts up between some on board that have free time.
Kanchana lays out all the stuff that was collected through-out the battles on the table. She lays the stuff from the first two battles separate though as she already knows what is magical. With some concentration she is able to maek out the bluish glow around some of the last stuff gotten. Kanchana is able to identify two of the first wands gotten in the fight they had with the Mailed Fist. She finds that the first is a clw wand and the second is a magic missile wand. She smiles as she gets done with that little bit of work.
Identified CLW Wand (2nd level and 12 charges) Magic Missile Wand (3rd level and 10 charges)
[Kanchana - Let me know each day what you are interested in identifying. You had eight pearls total; three from the pouches you found, one you identified and four other that look like the one you appraised.]
[Brahmah and Leets - Forgot to mention the bag of choice meats for Pah'caw and the bag of bones for Managarm. Enough stuff in the bag for three weeks of feeding. Bags are made of an airtight material and waterproof.]
Toros Thursday January 1st, 2004 9:10:26 PM
Toros indeed appreciates Kenisha's skills in fishing and her help to understand how to use the magical oil. Listening her advices he keeps all his stuff for next battle. How was that saying... "past is ..., now is present, future is..."
He might also be interested in a wrestling match, if Yandana wants and Brahmah is not that much willing for that. He hopes whatever is done cheer up the Captain and others.
Kenisha and Domisha Friday January 2nd, 2004 12:05:30 AM
Winded from her battle with the huge fish, Kenisha helps gut and prepare the fish for supper. "It has been far too long since I've had the good fortune to fish. And never have I caught one so long as this!" she tells Toros. "Most of my fishing was from shore or stream. Bralik always did say that deep sea fishing was a different kettle of fish. Now I fully understand why!" She laughs as she massages her tired arm muscles.
Domisha spends the day playing with Vrurt's child and their toys. Pooling their presents together they make up a game of 'Knock the Blocks down'. The rules are simple. The prisms are stacked into serveral tall columns. The object is to use the smallest ball of the set (which is no bigger than a peach pit) to knock down the prisms in your set of columns before your opponent. If a throw results in no prisms falling, the ball is passed to the other player.
Brahmah Friday January 2nd, 2004 12:20:13 AM
Brahmah stirs early in the morning, just before dawn. He wakes up in a jolt, sweating as if he had a nightmare of some sort. He rolls over to get up, he puts his elbow down on one of the toy blocks and flinches as he hits his funnybone. "Ow! Shiiuooott...." He fumbles with his curse as the big eyes of a child innocently blink at him. He grins, gritting his teeth.
At some point, Brahmah glances at his gifts and places them into his backpack.
He goes to the deck and refuses the arm wrestling match from Yandana, again. He gives no explaination.
Toros d20=10 d20=13 d20=7 Friday January 2nd, 2004 1:06:18 AM
As the Captain refuses the armwrestling match with Yandana, Toros will approach Yandana and kindly offer a wrestling match. (d20,10 diplomacy) Even to make things more interesting he will offer to oil all the bodies before the wrestling so that holding a part of body will become almost impossible. He knows this way of wrestling from his home. He will also listen any offer Yandan would make about the rules of the match, like no use of magic or spell-like ability. Meanwhile hopefully there will be an enough number of audience to watch the match, making him excited enough to enter a rage.
If they start the match somehow Toros will try to grapple her with the advantage of his improved grapple, and if oiled, catching her not from an outside part of body, but by putting his paw inside the clothes and holding her from there so that the slippery effect of oil will be minimum - this is the punchline of oil wrestling he knows (d20, 13 grapple).
If he can grapple her he will try to make a performance out of it, trying to entertain the viewers and not give any harm to his opponent. However, at the end Toros will try to pin her to end the match (d20, 7).
All his actions will be in accordance with sportsmanship rules. He hopes that he will win the match, but if it will not be the case, he will accept being beaten and congratulate eagerly his opponent, as if to tell that actually she had done a great job by beating him!!
Taric Friday January 2nd, 2004 2:49:10 AM
Taric carefully stows away his gifts in his backpack, keeping them ready for later. He thinks about writing one of them into his spellbook, but decides against it at the moment as he will need all his energy to help Kanchana identifying items. He quickly joins Kanchana and follows her lead, identifying the three remaining wands first. His last identify spell he will use for the ring.
Brahmah Friday January 2nd, 2004 2:56:24 AM
Brahmah tries to stop Toros. "NO! it's not that kind of wrestling! With one arm! With one arm...."
Toros Friday January 2nd, 2004 4:48:53 AM
Yes, if Yandana insists on one arm, Toros will also kindly draw back from the challenge
=D
Flat-top Friday January 2nd, 2004 7:59:41 AM
Flat-top is on deck with his nose in the wind, "Ahh! What a beautiful day. Captain of the Ship! May I be of some help? I can swab the deck or if you have any Smithing to do, I have black smith before." Flat-top shows her the special horse clips on his hooves. "I made those myself, or maybe I could repair some of you frayed rope? I feel like putting my hands to work."
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday January 2nd, 2004 8:08:00 AM
Paw'caw wakes as her master is about to bellow a swear word. She ruffles her feathers, then flies onto his shoulder, as he head for the upper deck.
Once out side Paw'caw spots the little silver fishes, she flies picking up one fish, then it's up to the crow's nest to eat her breackfast.
Kanchana d20+3=21 d20+3=23 d20+3=21 d20+3=10 d20+7=11 d20+7=17 Friday January 2nd, 2004 3:39:44 PM
Kanchana will rest again and rememorize her Identify spells and the Detect Magic spell. Then she will take the things that are identified and write down all of the items' properties and put that into a small pile. She will always keep the magic items separated from the mundane items. Kanchana makes four more attempts at appraising. She hopes to appraise the rest of the white gems; that look like pearls. Kanchana mixes up two new batches of the identify spell 'brew' and then concentrates and identifies the bracer and the token. Kanchana shows Taric which pile of stuff is what, since he is so kind as to help her with the task of identifying everything.
((OOC: Jim left me know how many pearls are left once Taric and I have finished this round of identifying. Thanks!))
Gecktar Friday January 2nd, 2004 4:07:26 PM
Gecktar appreciate the calm after te storm... He will pray for the chosen of the morning meditating on the deck. Afternoon will be dedicated to training and phisical exercices with anyone who wants...
To Leets : Now we have more time my friend to discuss. If was nterested early in my life with the church but my father never really agree with that and send my in military disciplinary camp to make me a fighter... As last... he failed...
The GossamerWing. (DM Jim) d20+12=15 Friday January 2nd, 2004 4:16:25 PM
Captain Lira looks to Flat-top with a smile. "Ye could help with da riggn...Tylina will show you what ropes to pull into place." He points to a burly looking centaur that is pulling ropes taught and tying them off. She will show you a group of ropes that still need to be tightened.
The cook takes the fish with a smile and heads back below deck with some of the other fish that have been caught. A few hours later she comes back above deck with a large black pot, several bowls and spoons. Inside you find a thick and rich fish soup, one of the large bowls has round rolls in it.
Yondana looks to Toros and smiles at his idea of wrestling. "So...you want to really wrestle?" She looks Toros over and then shrugs her shoulders. "You have a match little taur." She steps off to the side of the ship and strips off her shirt which leaves her standing in her halter and shorts. A couple of buckets of oil are brought up from the galley and layed out for the contestants. Soon Yondana is greased from head to toe, her short hair glistens in the sun and her muscling has been accentuated with the oil. The crew that is eating forms little groups around the combatants, eating while watching the match. Yondana moves in on Toros, anticipating his maneuvers she grabs at him (grapple 15).
Kanchana and Taric will either stay below to do some identification of more items or come above for some time away. Kanchana appraises the last of the fine round gems, that turn out to be pearls as well. Three of them turn out to be worth 100 gold, but the last is appraised to be 680 gold.
Identified CLW Wand (2nd level and 12 charges) Magic Missile Wand (3rd level and 10 charges) CLW Wand (2nd level and 50 charges) Ring of Protection +1 Quall's Feather Token, bird Bracers of Armor +1
[Pearls left - 2/8]
[-2 penalty from the grease for the match. The match will consist of five grapple checks to decide who wins. The most opposed grapple check wins will win the match with a pin.]
Toros d20=14 Friday January 2nd, 2004 6:26:25 PM
With the start of the match, Toros shortly realizes that this will be loong. Facing a real opponent he becomes more careful and calculative, and tries to weight the power of his opponent against his (d20, 14, he also should have some bonuses somewhere around to benefit, 5 from base attack-strength, 4 from improved grapple, 2 from rage). The effect of grease is also not very helpful (-2) but at least he thinks many on the deck will enjoy the match performance. He would not say no to any support from outside too!!
Meanwhile, Toros does not ignore to have a chat with his opponent, while grappling her arms from front: "You are indeed well trained Yondana, this`ll be a tough match. Hope you enjoy it and lets also make the crew enjoy to deserve a good meal!" He will smile all the time and be cheerful, unless things go so tough.
Toros d20=1 d20=13 d20=11 Friday January 2nd, 2004 10:16:02 PM
<<Dear DM, I only rolled one grapple check but, I think you may also expect me to roll all the 4 grapple checks at one time, in case the remaining 3 as follows:1, 13, 11. In addition to 13 and 14 of previous ones. All have +9 bonus. If we will do it one by one, I will roll and role my third turn after receiving your second>>
Kenisha and Domisha Friday January 2nd, 2004 11:07:28 PM
Kenisha laughs as she watches Toros and Yondana wrestle about on the deck. Once she has two bowls of the fish soup and a few of the rolls, she heads back down to where Domisha waits for the meal.
Balls and prisms lie every where and Kenisha makes the children clean up the mess before she gives them the food. She heads back up just long enough to get her own bowl before joining the children for the meal.
They spend much of that time explaining their game to her and laughing together over missed shots.
Flat-top Saturday January 3rd, 2004 9:10:43 AM
Flat-top is a fast to pick on their manner of doing things, he will tighten all the ropes she showed him that was to be done. Now he come across a barrel od frayed ropes, Flat-top goes to get his wooden picks out of his saddle, then get's a bowl of soup and bread. Stands in a corner and starts to mends the rope. He twistes the strands, making little knots. He does this until he has gone aroun the rope once, You cannot see any knots, just a little bump where he has split and mended the ropes. Now he'll eat the soup and watch the wrestling match. He Chheers! and Cheers! But you cannot tell who's he cheering for???
Gecktar Saturday January 3rd, 2004 12:15:59 PM
Gecktar will eat the soup and watch the wrestling match as well as take care of the children if Kenisha and Vurts come to have some vacancy.
Brahmah Saturday January 3rd, 2004 5:25:48 PM
Brahmah stands on deck watching the wrestling match, just shaking his head in disagreement.
Leets Sunday January 4th, 2004 9:51:00 AM
Leets is quite toughtful after the visit of Orto. He remembers of past presents day, when his father would always be missing, gone to fight Minotaurs...
Later, he will gladly celebrate the day with his friends, and talk with Gecktar...
"I see what you mean friend...Although I had a brother and he became the warrior one...He took the place of father when he fell on the battlefield...He became the Stallion of our tribe, and...Well, I had to leave...Anyway, Domi called me at this time. Mother had prepared me for this day. Long after her death I learned that her too was a paladin of Domi...In a way she was a Chosen too I guess...My mentor, who was also an old friend of her, was a Wemic, you see..."
Manangram(ceil) Sunday January 4th, 2004 10:34:35 AM
Managram sit beside his master, listening to his every words, As the dog look into Leets face 'Are you going to eat that last pice of fish in your bowl?'
Vasch Sunday January 4th, 2004 1:59:10 PM
Vasch's head can be seen slightly over the deck level. He has finally gotten use to the movement of the ship and has decided to venture up on the deck to be social.
Kanchana Sunday January 4th, 2004 2:26:11 PM
Once Kanchana has finished this day's identifying and appraising she will make her way on deck and have some food. She will remain nearby the stew pot as she watches the wrestling match.
Gecktar Monday January 5th, 2004 3:45:10 PM
Gecktar will let the day pass talking with other chosen, specialy Leets. "Well for me, the priest that teach me all was named Foath. He was a minotaur like me. I don't have news about him since the fall of Domi and the chaos that rouse after that. Maybe he is thinking of me as a bad boy as I didn't give him news... Or maybe he will be proud of me as a chosen"
The GossamerWing and Wrestling. (DM Jim) d20+12=30 d20+12=26 d20+12=28 d20+12=24 Monday January 5th, 2004 4:28:54 PM
The wrestling match is most entertaining and everyone sits around and watches, well those that are not on duty. Captain Lira makes her way over to Brahmah and taps him lightly on the arm. "Do not worry...I give Yondana more leway then my other crewmembers. She is after all my first mate." She smiles as she watches the match. "I have not seen Yondana lose but once." She goes no further as to who it was that beat her, but she does show interest in the match.
Toros and Yandana circle each other for a few before they come together. Toros gets the upper hand on the first set of grapples. He slowly bends Yondana back, attempting to toss her to the deck. In a total surprise Yondana flips back into him and lifts him up off the deck. Maintaining her grip as Toros struggles to free himself she starts to twirl him. Dropping him to the deck she is soon covering his body with her own and Toros finds that he is unable to move an inch. The match is clearly won by Yondana and she stands back up, offering her hand to Toros. Her eyes sparkle with laughter as she looks to Brahmah with a smile. "Well fought Toros...I just wish that it would have been your captain that would have taken me up on my offer." Taking an offered towl she mops herself off.
Soon the groups break up and people go on about their work on the ship. The next four days go by without event and everyone seems to be having a good time. Captain Lira is more than appreciative of the help that is given to her crew by the Chosen and she also spends time playing around with the children.
Identified CLW Wand (2nd level and 12 charges) Magic Missile Wand (3rd level and 10 charges) CLW Wand (2nd level and 50 charges) Ring of Protection +1 Quall's Feather Token, bird Bracers of Armor +1
[Pearls left - 2/8]
[Kanchana and Taric could identify two more items with the last two pearls if they want.]
Toros Grapples 22, 23, 10, 22, 20
Yondana Grapples 15, 30, 26, 28, 24
Brahmah Monday January 5th, 2004 5:11:53 PM
After the wrestling match, Brahmah approuches Kanchana and Taric, then leads them to the war room. "So, we have identified most of the important items. Work on the necklaces tomorrow, then we'll worry about the axes later. The potions can wait. That's too many potions, not enough pearls." He smiles.
OOC: Jim, what were the mundane items again? Which items are taur-sized, which are not?
Vasch Monday January 5th, 2004 6:44:33 PM
Vasch sits on the deck of the ship eating what stew is left and watching the wrestling match.
Kenisha and Domisha Monday January 5th, 2004 11:55:59 PM
With as much as their game ball bounces around the room; knocking over things and such; Kenisha tries to comvince the kids to roll the ball towards their towers to knock them down.
This goes over well until they realize that the harder they roll the ball the more likely they'll cause prisms from one tower to fly out and knock over another tower; trading one mess for another.
Kenisha sighs and tries her best to keep the mess to one corner of the room. One of the times that Captain Kira's down Kenisha remarks, "You know this game is a good one for hand-eye coordination, but it's so messy to clean up afterwards."
Toros Tuesday January 6th, 2004 3:22:50 AM
Toros shakes the paw of Yondana as the winner of the match.
Then he finds some time to eat what is left. He is also surprised what he has done, "sometimes I am more than necessarily eager to do wrestling. I cannot stop myself" he thinks to himself.
In the remaining time of the day Toros`s interest turns to weapons. He starts thinking of a weapon that can be used both in the defense and attack of charge. He exchanges some ideas with Brahmah about that (<<in the black genie research center>>), finding his guidance very helpful. To try, Toros has also taken one greataxe and greatsword among the mundane items of the battle, he can return them.
Flat-top Tuesday January 6th, 2004 8:00:09 AM
Flat-top has taken a piece of rope, taking the hemp apart, then weaving it into a basket (with no bottom). When he was finish this little basket, he attaches it to a post.
"Now! my little ones, I will show you a game, Yes! A New game. You stand right here (flat-top draws a line on the floor. And you throw the ball into the basket. Then the next taur will try to put her ball into the basket. The one that make it into the basket more times is the winner. Want to try?" As the children tries to make the ball into the basket, which they also hit the others on the head, bookshelves, beds, Paw'caw indoor nest and Managram three times.
Flat-top straitend up and turns to face Kenisha with her hands on her hip (or as close to hips as a Centaur can have), with a silly smile on his face, "I suppose that you don't like this game either?"
Leets Tuesday January 6th, 2004 8:46:29 AM
The Centaur paladin will gladly spend much of his time with Gecktar. He's glad to have another clergymen of Domi by his side, and moreover somebody who has common points with him in his past...
"I also see what you mean about your master...I haven't seen mine since Domi called me to join the Chosen...I've been wondering about this but...Do you think there could be other groups of Chosen, working elsewhere? I alwaus thought that mother and master Astachos were some kind of Chosen...It would mean that the quest began far before us...And could end far after us...It makes me feel more humble to know that we are only bringing bricks to the building..."
"Those children Domi sent...I feel like they could follow us in our task. And maybe they will see the end..."
Kanchana d20+7=22 d20+7=17 Tuesday January 6th, 2004 11:26:58 AM
Kanchana will clean the dishes that she has used and then go below deck to identify two more items. She make two batches of the brew needed to identify items. Kanchana drinks the first mixture and then concentrates. Followed shoertly by the second batch and more concentrating. She works on the two 'necklaces' like Brahmah suggested.
(concentration (identify) 22 & 17)
Gecktar Tuesday January 6th, 2004 3:32:36 PM
As the time passes, Gecktar determines if any of the chosen has any need in healing... He will cast any spell needed and take time to talk with Leets. "Yes, you're right my friend, these children are a new hope for the Taurs, and I pray Domi that they will see the reunited races..."
OOC : let me know if your character has any need for healing !
The GossamerWing. (DM Jim) Tuesday January 6th, 2004 5:05:14 PM
It is not long and the docks of Hearthold Keep come into view. The twin lookouts yell out before anyone else that they are nearing land. The small ship slows as it draws in nearer and several flags are soon flying from one of the ropes. Captain Lira puts the ship in the capable hands of one of her ladies and then makes her way down on deck. She comes to stand near Brahmah and any others that are watching the docks approach. "Must feel good to be home...but be careful...all that was done at Castle Violet will spread fast." With a glance around she sighs and then goes to getting things ready for anchor.
Getting to the docks the ship is soon docked and some of the crew start to unload some cargo. This was part of Captain Lira suggestion to provide a distraction in case of trouble. She takes Brahmah's hand and shakes it as she does each of the other Chosen. "Take care...sail with us again ye must." She goes back to overseeing the unloading of the rest of the cargo.
The Chosen slip easily into the crowd and disappear as everyone is interested in the work of loading and unloading cargo. Now to an inn to settle in and do a little scouting or where to go?
[Went back and did some checking. Missed some magical items that you had. Sorry about that.]
Brahmah Tuesday January 6th, 2004 5:46:57 PM
Brahmah shakes the Captains hand. "It was nice traveling with such a good crew. We will look us up when your in town again."
He packs and moves on shore and waits for the Chosen to gather. "We need to hurry. We should staight for the Keep."
Flat-top Tuesday January 6th, 2004 6:56:48 PM
Flat-top approches the Captain Lira, "This was the best ship I ever has the pleasure of sailing. And Yes I think your right, Some of the wrong Taurs will be looking not so much us, but theNew breed of Taurs. But Captain do not be a stranger, come back and bring your wares, and if we need another Ship. We'll send word to you and your crew. I hope you stay a few days before you have to go. I hope you have calm waters and a swift wind in your sails." Then flat top follows the other into town then on the path to Heart keep and home.
Kenisha Tuesday January 6th, 2004 10:08:16 PM
Kenisha thanks Lira as well as she and Domisha make their way off the ship.
When Brahmah says that they should head right to the keep, Kenisha agrees. "I'll be nice to be home again."
Leets Wednesday January 7th, 2004 12:48:09 AM
"We'll see what the next days will bring to us...Maybe more hope..."
"Anyway Gecktar, we'll perhaps some time to rest...Here is finally the Hearthold Keep...Our home..."
Leets will preparre his backpack quickly, and join Brahmah and his other friends.
"Captain, I would like to get equiped as soon as possible...I lost most of my battle equipment during this journey and I fear troubles to come even here..."
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday January 7th, 2004 7:35:24 AM
Paw'caw is purch on one of the Mast, watching her master as he head for land. She jump up into the air,head for Brahmah's padded shoulder. She looks at him, then around the small fishing village, then back at Brahmah as if to say *Where for me?*
Managram(ceil) Wednesday January 7th, 2004 7:43:34 AM
Managram watches the Taurs leave the ship one by one, all of a sudden he notices that Leets is no longer next to him. *Oh! My master is in trouble, must find him.* So he Blinks *blink* and is walking next to Leets again.
Toros d20=13 d20=16 Wednesday January 7th, 2004 8:38:50 AM
Toros says also goodbye, wishes the best and to meet with the crew in a future time. He starts following the other Chosen and tries to give a hand where needed.
Knowing that they are now very close to the Hearthold Keep gives him a delayed burst of various feelings that are for now hard to express. Instinctively he searches his surroundings. (listen and spot check)
Vasch Wednesday January 7th, 2004 10:49:59 AM
Glad to have his feet back on dry land, Vasch steps off the ship. His soul weary from the trials of the past several months; he looks with a refreshed sense of purpose as he looks on Hearthold Keep. "Thanks be to Tomi." He says his eyes pan the entire structure.
Gecktar Wednesday January 7th, 2004 2:58:38 PM
Gecktar greets Lira and thanks the crew for the pleasant trip they made. But as soon as they put their feet on the firm ground he is more alert and gather around Brahmah to go straight to the Keep. He has never seen it and feels nervous. He is going to his new home...
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Wednesday January 7th, 2004 7:31:32 PM
Many of the people that you pass on your way to the keep are glad to see you. You notice that some gravitate towards the other side of the street from you. Some of them throw you smiles and wave, as others sign themselves against evil.
Once at Hearthold Keep itself you find that those inside are more than happy to see you. Beds are prepared along with meals for those that are tired and humgry.
[This would be a good time to start buying equipment. You can also start looking at getting me updated character sheets as well.]
Kanchana Thursday January 8th, 2004 2:04:14 AM
Answer to previous DM post: Kanchana gathers up all of the treasure keeping it all separated into magical non-identified, magical identified and mundane treasure. She thanks the Captain and crew for the passage to Hearthold Keep and hurries off of the ship.
Answer to current DM post: Kanchana follows the the other Chosen to the Keep. She will return any waves the crowd gives her, and she smiles as well. Kanchana wants people to keep faith in them and to not think that the Chosen are demons or something. Any worries Kanchana has about the Taurs here making signs of warding are kept well hidden. Kanchana will take the treasure somewhere safe to be kept until it can be divided, or sold. Then she will get something to eat and then finally get some rest; unless a meeting is called.
Brahmah(OOC) Thursday January 8th, 2004 2:22:14 AM
I emailed you all with suggestions to do with the loot, let me know, I'll go to the Catacombs with the loot.
Kenisha Thursday January 8th, 2004 6:28:27 AM
It shocks and saddens Kenisha's heart to see Taurs behaving like this on this of all the Isles. All who came here did so out of a desire to see all the Taur races live in peace and harmony. To make Domi's dream of a united people come true.
'How can they treat these innocent children so?' her soul cried out in thought.
Outwardly she smiles and waves to those who are friendly. To those who ward themselves with signs against evil, she returns the same gesture aimed at them.
'Ha! Let's give them something to think about.'
But always she keeps an eye on Domisha to make sure she doesn't get lost on the way to the Keep.
Flat-top Thursday January 8th, 2004 7:38:55 AM
As they arrive at the Keep'S MAIN Door. "Come one and all taurs. all are welcome." Flat-top opens the doors, enters the entry hall, then approches the big Main Doors. Opening these doors, You enter a almost a semi circle, there are another set of double door ahead of you and another set of double door to the Right side and Left side of the room,
"These doors ahead of you is the Alter of Domi. Here is where we worship our Gods and of course also used as a Schooling room for the Little taurs on the island to learn their A - B - C's. To the right is where we have plants and Gym to keep in shape, Kanchana you'll love that room." Then Flat top head west(or left) and opens the door to a long hallway with five or six doors on both sides(that's ten to twelves rooms) "This is where we have our own room, Those who never been here before will chose any room that fits your needs, except the rooms that are next to these double doors, these room are for the Fighters. That's if we have an invasion, we will be the first ones to meet the enermy. My stall is right here (he points to one of the second doors" The leader uses the number one door." Then Flat top opens the second door and puts his gear into his room.
Flat-top head west, through the arches into a big round room, "And here is the dinning room and meeting room. We usaly have one meeting a day. Loving Staff We are home! What to EAT!" Flat-top proceds to the Left archway and into the kitchen.
Toros d20=7 Thursday January 8th, 2004 9:35:03 AM
Toros feels like being, moving, watching in and out of a dream beside reality. He leaves himself to the ongoing of events and people, comprehending much more of "how it is to be a Chosen". There is a lot to get to get. He has only heart the Hearthold Keep in the stories (?, d20, 7)
Leets Thursday January 8th, 2004 11:44:46 AM
As Leets touches the ground, he smiles and call for Managarm.
"Oh! Here you are my dog! Go and run if you want, you're free here!"
When Leets see some people make signs against evil, he puts a friendly hand on Kenisha's shoulder...
"Look at the others instead of the ones who are afraid...We've met none who were happy to see those babies before..."
"Maybe not all hope is lost..." Smiles the Centaur paladin.
When reaching the great portal of the Hearthold, Leets whispers a quiet prier to Domi.
"And now, let's see what's new in the weapons room...Gecktar, will you come? Flat-Top? I may need your advices..."
Gecktar Thursday January 8th, 2004 2:39:06 PM
Gecktar discover the Hearthold Keep under the tuition of Flat-Top. "Thanks Flat-Top for the presentation. I will take the first unoccupied room." Gecktar enter his new room and drop all is weapons and armor just keeping the hammer of Domi with him. He will then visit the entire Hearthold Keep
Gecktar Thursday January 8th, 2004 2:39:07 PM
Gecktar discover the Hearthold Keep under the tuition of Flat-Top. "Thanks Flat-Top for the presentation. I will take the first unoccupied room." Gecktar enter his new room and drop all is weapons and armor just keeping the hammer of Domi with him. He will then visit the entire Hearthold Keep
Flat-top Thursday January 8th, 2004 11:18:06 PM
Flat-top comes out of the kitchen with apples in his arms, "Here girls have an apple. Uncle Flat-top has to go with Uncle Brahmah." Flat-top smiles, Come with me UNCLE Brahmah, we have to go to the East wing, and down to the barracks, the armory, blacksmit shop and meet your guards. Some are human and some are assorted Taurs. But they'll be glad to meet you
So Flat-top tells the Minotaur Mother and her special charge. "Take any room for you and this beautiful Little one. Near the kitchen, Your our guest for as long as you want to stay here."
"Alright! UNCLE Brahmah, This way." Flat-top crosses the hall, letting the school Taurs go home after their lesson. If you look inside the clerics are putting away the books and yell at the both of you "Hail! Chosens". After waving at them You push on to the Double doors on the east side, as you open the door You see a door on thr north side of the wall of plantes Flower plantes, hearbal plantes, Even plantes unknown to them. "Brahmah! that door on the north wall. goes to the Look out on top of the HeartKeep.
The Door you want for now is the one on the south side. That's the one that leads to the defence of the keep." But before the bouth of you go down to meet your guards. You look through the arches and see well equipt gym.
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Thursday January 8th, 2004 11:26:06 PM
The keep is cared for as well as the small staff can possibly do. Still much of it is in disarray and needing a little tidying.
The smithy has not been used in a long time and will need some major work to get back into running order. The armor is just as bad, though the weapons/armors show only slight traces of rust. The gardens are not as well taken care of as needed, weeds grow in many places and dead plants need to be removed.
She is still a sound piece of stone architecture, though in need of some mnor repairs herself to keep her in good standing.
The only place in the keep that seems to be well cared for are the kitchen and the temple. The rooms that you have to choose from are slightly musty smelling and none too clean. They show the passage of time with noone using them keenly.
[Please disregard my earlier post of streets and the like. I just found out that there is not town or even small village here. Not even a few farms it would seem.]
[I want all of you to start thinking about hero points as well. Start emailing me and the others with nominations and why they are deserving of said hero point(s). This is your chance to show your appreciation for the outstanding job that your fellow players have been doing.]
Brahmah Friday January 9th, 2004 3:42:06 AM
The Captain of the Chosen will start asking around for help to clean the Keep. The Chosen and Hearthold Keep need a couple of basic workers, Brahmah will send out fliers and tack up notes stating the following...
We, the Chosen of Domi and Hearthold Keep, need an armoror, weaponsmith, blacksmith, cooks, grounds keepers, coopers, skillful craftsmen and able bodied males and females of any race able to wield basic weapons for gaurds and sentries. Brahmah busies himself with finding anyone able to help with the Keep.
Brahmah Friday January 9th, 2004 3:44:36 AM
After the Keep is representable, he'll send for the clergy of Domi to gather in Council, concerning the Children.
Brahmah(Jay B) Friday January 9th, 2004 4:00:08 AM
OOC: I think with the issues at hand, the Keep is definately Brahmah's priority. Once we get the loot settled, Brahmah will hire hirelings for the Keep. How many rooms and space is there in the Keep and surrounding countryside? I want to build a work force for the Keep.
Flat-top Friday January 9th, 2004 9:18:55 AM
"Hmm! I guess We were gone longer than I though! I'll start the forge to see what repairs has to be done to it. When that is done then I'll stast repairing the weapons and armor." Flat top start to look over the forge and bellows, The bellows is in good order but the forge need a little repair, then We'll be set to go.
Flat-top takes his shirt off and start to repair the forge, he will also start a fire so to melt some iron. He will work in the Black smith shop untill every thing is perfict.
He ask himself'I wonder why most of the staff left??'
Kenisha and Domisha d20+4=22 d20+2=4 Friday January 9th, 2004 3:55:01 PM
Kenisha is shocked at the state of the Keep. "We weren't gone that long... were we?" Keeping her daughter close, Kenisha goes to look for the staff and to take inventory of what needs to be done to bring the Keep back up to snuff.
(Spot check=22; Listen check=4)
Vasch Friday January 9th, 2004 6:20:29 PM
Vasch takes the time to wander Hearthold. Looking around his spirits are lifted by being here, but it appears that a lot more work.
Gecktar Friday January 9th, 2004 6:24:29 PM
First Gecktar goes to the temple and address some paryers to Domi. When he feels that its enough he will join the other to try to refresh the Hearthold keep
Kanchana Friday January 9th, 2004 8:37:04 PM
Kanchana tidies up her room and opens the window to get some fresh air in. (She will take a room near the end of the hall; fatherest away from the fighter rooms.) Once Kanchana finishes with her room she will start to work tending the plants. She will begin with the herb garden, pruning, watering, weeding and removing dead plants. Then she will move on to any potted plants and finally onto the larger garden area itself.
Leets Sunday January 11th, 2004 9:51:31 AM
Leets also wonder for how long the group left the Hearthold Keep...
"I thought there would be more people remaining here...There were some fishermen before..."
"Oh! The sacred chamber! We've to clean it, it must be all dirty and there could even be creepy things there! I just cannot imagine that!"
Leets will go to the sacred room where the Reunited Heart is kept, and will begin to clean it...
Vasch Sunday January 11th, 2004 12:18:21 PM
Vasch wanders the keep for most of the day. Mostly getting his bearings of the place. Later that evening when evening meal after served, Vasch approaches Brahmah. "Hearthold is a wonder, Brahmah, but..." Vasch pauses trying to find the right words. "It isn't quite what I had expected. I guess, by everyone's words, I expected a man keep. And in light of what's behind us, I'm a little worried..." He pauses again, "Word of the mixed-births must have spread through much of the isles by now, and...I'm afraid that should they come Hearthold'll not protect them."
Toros d20=11 d20=2 Monday January 12th, 2004 9:36:31 AM
Having settled down, choosing a proper room, and visiting in and out the Keep Toros will spend most of his time in the blacksmith, helping Flat-Top and practicing different kinds of weapons. He will also try to familirize himself with his new environment. As he does not know its past, Toros is not that much affected with the current situation in the Hold, although he definitely understands the concerns of his friends.
(d20 checks for spot and search around)
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Monday January 12th, 2004 10:05:06 PM
Brahmah sends out little advertisements to see if he can get people to come and help out at the keep. He finds that getting the word further out would be better for them or not depending on how bad things are.
The other Chosen spend there days cleaning and repairing the keep. They get some help from those that are still there and not afraid of The Chosen. You notice that a few people have disappeared and not returned.
It also becomes obviously clear that any hiring of help will have to come from The Chosen's pockets.
Flat-top (DM Jim) Monday January 12th, 2004 10:09:47 PM
Flat-top continues his work in the forge area getting it cleaned up as best he can. Moving down some stones and masonry mortar, he makes some minor repairs. He soon has the forge going, even makes a few shoes and nails to test things out.
The only conclusion that he can come to about the missing people is that word spreads fast...very fast.
[As DM I have made this post for Ceil as you all should have heard the news about her. I will be looking for someone to play the part of Flat-top for awhile. If noone is interested in doing this please let me know as Cayzle has offered to take care of it.]
Brahmah Monday January 12th, 2004 11:35:31 PM
Brahmah continues his pursuit of hirelings and even followers of Domi. He'll do what is needed to find help. He'll make quiet inquiries of rumored 'mixed' children too. He will go as far as he can to find them.
(OOC: I expect to run into a few people who are less than enthuised to be talking to a Chosen, let alone the Leader of the Chosen.)
Brahmah(Jay B) Tuesday January 13th, 2004 12:01:51 AM
OOC: I'll play Flat-top.
Brahmah Tuesday January 13th, 2004 1:10:37 AM
Brahmah, at some point, askes Kenisha if she would identify the scrolls the party acquired in the loot.
Taric Tuesday January 13th, 2004 2:29:45 AM
Taric will take a room not too close to the entrance, but not too far away either. He then looks wherever his help is needed, especially where his writing skills and bookkeeping experience might come in handy. He realizes just as the others that Hearthold Keep needs to be in top shape fast to have any chance of defending it against the unknown dangers that awaited them.
Kenisha Tuesday January 13th, 2004 6:22:42 AM
Brahmah finds Kenisha weeping over a freshly dug grave. A plain wooden plank reads Minisha and a date. The date is the same as the day Domisha was born.
Finally noticing her friend, Kenisha sniffs away her tears long enough to say, "One of the few servants still here said she collapsed suddenly but then smiled and said, "It is begun." before dying."
Noticing the scolls in his hands she asks what he needs. He asks her to read the scrolls so that they can be sold or distributed to the Chosen appropriately.
Rising back up onto her hooves she wipes her eyes. "Of course. Give me a moment." After collenting herself she draws upon her magical powers and casts Read Magic. She reads over the scrolls to determine their nature and the spells they carry.
(ooc-DM Jim, you'll have to let me know how many times she has to cast Read Magic to go through all the scrolls (the duration is only 1 minute))
Vasch Tuesday January 13th, 2004 8:14:24 AM
Vasch does what he can to help around Hearthold, but he doesn't have any skills that are of any use. He will eventually just ask one of the others if they need assistance with manual labor.
He works hard, but in light of all the help leaving he is having difficulty staying focused. He always has his gear close by as he works.
In the evenings, Vasch sleeps early and spends the nights moving about the parapets keeping watch.
Leets Tuesday January 13th, 2004 2:25:47 PM
Meeting Kenisha, Leets shares her pain for a moment...
"I'm sorry for your aunt Kenisha...It was such a nice person...We all know she's by Domi's side now, because she helped us... her way..."
"Sleep well, aunt Minisha...We'll miss you..."
After some prayers, Leets trots around the Keep, and comes back to meet Flat-Top...
"I've seen a couple of sheeps around the castle...But now they are free and need to be gathered and led in a safe place for the night...I'll try to do it before the night, with Managarm's help it can be done quickly..."
Leets will leave with a simple staff and will call Managarm. He'll gather any domestic animal he finds around the keep where they used to be kept...(Leets has Profession: Herdsman, do you want a roll?)
Kanchana d20+5=12 d20+4=21 d20=17 Tuesday January 13th, 2004 2:39:14 PM
Kanchana will continue with any gardening that needs to be done. She will also do any leatherworking that needs to be done and any carving. If it is necessary Kanchana will help out with the cooking in the evenings. She will not be looking for any hired help for gardening; unless they volunteer to help.
Gecktar Tuesday January 13th, 2004 3:19:14 PM
Gecktar will gives a hand to attend the temple. putting some flowers here or there. He will do an office for those who want
Toros Tuesday January 13th, 2004 7:55:37 PM
Toros will provide all the help he can when needed. He will also have some time together with Domisha and other children around. He will not forget his clergy responsibilities. and daily spell preparation, too.
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Tuesday January 13th, 2004 9:39:17 PM
Brahmah is able to hire on four new laborers that are willing to work for The Chosen. Things are starting to come along nicely around the keep and you know have a comfortable little supply of vegetable type food supplies.
Leets heads out into the surrounding country side with Managarm. The find two wild goats and six wild sheep that will need to be rounded up. With the help of his companion he has them rounded up within a little over half a day. The problem is when he gets back with them and there is no pen for them to go in.
Kenisha spends most of her day next to a grave sending out prayers for Minisha. The others leave her alone for most of that day knowing that she needs time to grieve. Finally Brahmah comes to her with the scrolls they found earlier and asks her to identify them. He knows it will help get her mind off of things for awhile and give her something to do.
Brahmah Tuesday January 13th, 2004 10:12:27 PM
OOC: Does any caster want the scrolls? There is one scroll for arcane and one scroll for divine.
Taric Wednesday January 14th, 2004 12:56:44 AM
Taric goes over to Kenisha and asks her if he might borrow her spellbook so he can write a more offensive spell into his spellbook. Particularly the one which calls upon a number of magically conjured missiles would be one he could use.
OOC: Is it two scrolls total or six scrolls? Taric would like the "Break Enchantment" scroll since he is often in a more supportive position, thus he will be able to cast it more easily.
Kenisha Wednesday January 14th, 2004 1:43:11 AM
Kenisha thanks Leets for his kind words and once she's is done with the scrolls she finds Domisha and makes sure she's settled into a room near her own (Unless Kenisha's room is big enough for the two of them in which case she makes sure her room is rearranged properly).
(OOC- Taric: Kenisha is a Sorceress, no spellbook, sorry.)
Brahmah Wednesday January 14th, 2004 2:56:35 AM
OOC: Taric, there are only two scrolls, three spells each on each, six spells total.
Leets Wednesday January 14th, 2004 3:31:51 AM
Leets will either try to find aplace where to put the animals for the night, or will place them in one of the room of the keep that has not be cleaned yet - a temporary solution before something is built outside...
Pah'caw Wednesday January 14th, 2004 4:05:25 AM
(I'm posting for Pah'caw because Ceil is out.) Pah'caw will find somewhere near the grotto or backyard to perch and keep watch. She'll often fly off to fish or hunt.
Brahmah Wednesday January 14th, 2004 4:36:19 AM
Brahmah introduces the Chosen and hired folk to each other and asks the hirelings to chose their rooms (for now, he lets them have the rooms they would like). He suggests the Commons or barracks to them.
Brahmah choses the East Wing, first room on the left, closest to the Heart Chamber, for himself. Once in a while, Brahmah can be seen practicing and excercising in the yard or on a fixed up fighting dummy in the training areas.
He lacks in standard handy-craft skills(tattooes don't count), but he'll show the hired folk some fighting techniques and even ask them to show him what they might know, if anything. He's keen on learning about them.
He will go to Vrurt and Kenisha and ask them where the Children are sleeping or staying.
He'll continue to send word out for more hires, using one of the recent hires as a runner or errand boy. If no one is willing to go, Brahmah will go himself, again. He(Brahmah) comes and goes frequently.
Vasch Wednesday January 14th, 2004 2:50:01 PM
Vasch is releaved that some here are willing to work for them. He still feels some tension over the defenses, or lack there of, of the keep.
Vasch will take time to give Kenisha a comforting word the best he can. He knows it is not much but it is all he knows to do.
Vasch continues his work during the day and his vigil at night. He assists as much as he can all over. He works with a purpose.
Gecktar Wednesday January 14th, 2004 3:26:19 PM
Gecktar helps a much as he can to refresh the Hearthold Keep not disdaining to take the broom or help in manual work. Thinking about that, he adress one more time a prayer to Domi. Courage in not found only during battles and even such tasks reveals courage.
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Wednesday January 14th, 2004 7:48:07 PM
Besides the original four people that were at the keep when The Chosen got back, you have been able to hire on two more. Seems that the rumors have been keeping people away.
Leets is able to get the animals into one of the rooms closest to the way out. He figures that they can get a pen set up in a few hours, if he can find some more help.
The rebuilding and upgrading continues but is growing slower as more sources of supplies need to be found. It is unknown as of yet if the harbormaster can get any supplies to be delivered for the keep even.
[Original people at he keep: Michael (young liontaur, male, cook) Ginal (centaur, female, priestess) Dunin (human, male, harbormaster) Veria (minotaur, female, smith/armorer)
[New hirelings at the keep: Lonia (human, female, maid) Trinl (minotaur, male, fighter) Upthel (centaur, male, fighter)
Toros Wednesday January 14th, 2004 11:50:42 PM
Toros will also try to share the pain of Kenisha, trying to make her feel a bit better by making some jokes about the children.
He will help Leets for whatever he tells him to do.
Also, he will meet with the other, new and old members of the keep
Brahmah Thursday January 15th, 2004 2:59:46 AM
Brahmah will talk with the harbormaster to find out what will be needed for all of the repairs. If we need to raise or be billed for the supplies, Brahmah will foot the bill. Brahmah makes a point of knowing the fighters skills, and if they need certain weapons.
OOC: Charge Brahmah for the repairs. Post it in your next post.
Leets Thursday January 15th, 2004 3:52:25 AM
"Oh Toros! Great!"
"We'll see what we can find to built a pen for those ones...I think we've seen ruined wood buildings on our way, we can try to find things tha are usable there..."
"Do you have another idea?"
Brahmah Thursday January 15th, 2004 4:32:15 AM
The minotaur broods for sometime, then goes to Kenisha. "Kenisha, I... oh yes hello little Domisha... I was thinking it might be best... no, I can't play blocks now my wee-dear, Uncle's very busy... best if we keep most of the loot from the battles to help supply the Keep. It would save time and gold. Domisha dearest, stop poking me..." "What do you think?"
Kenisha and Domisha Thursday January 15th, 2004 6:30:08 AM
For the first time since finding her beloved aunt's grave, a twinkle of merriment is present in Kenisha's eyes as she fights to hold in the giggle at Brahmah's predicament.
"Well the arrows, weapons and armor can be of use to the two fighters you've hired certainly. Most of the other mundane stuff can also be of use around here.... Domisha honey? Come here one of your braids is undone."
Kenisha winks at Brahmah as she unbraids a perfectly good braid on the back of Domisha's head and slowly redoes it. Domisha figets and is itching to be running around again in the room.
"I guess I don't see why we couldn't just keep the loot as is, but I know we've gone through alot of the pearls the party had and other things of that nature. I think it might be best to find out what we need to replace as well as keep."
Kanchana Thursday January 15th, 2004 7:03:46 AM
Kanchana collects her gear out of the room and moves it all out into the garden. She pitches her tent and places it all in there for safe keeping. As she works with this she thinks, "I might as well stay out here. I will not be done with this work for awhile yet. Besides that room was beginning to feel small..." Kanchana laughs to herself and mumbles, "you have been on the road for too long." After this Kanchana begins work on the vegetable garden and the herb garden. If she has any seeds collected from her travels then she will plant them in the appropriate garden, and tend to them as well.
Brahmah calls a meeting in the Heart Chamber Thursday January 15th, 2004 7:07:32 AM
He calls only the Chosen to the meeting. "It has come to my attention, that perhaps I have jumped to conclusions. I know several of you are in need of funds and feel that I'm making decisions about your portions of the cut without your knowledge. I didn't intend that to be the case. I want us all to be in agreement."
He sets the loot on the floor. "This is how I thought it was to be divided."
"I'm thinking that now we should sell, divide and then puchase what we want from the Catacombs. Suggestions? I didn't want this to become a bad situation, again, I'm sorry." Brahmah backs away from the pile and opens the floor for discussion.
Kanchana Thursday January 15th, 2004 7:57:57 AM
Kanchana enters the meeting room and listens to Brahmah. When he finishes she asks for a moment to make some comments. "I suggest that we take and add an extra "person" - that would be keep funds - when we split the sums. So instead of nine there would be ten."
"The healing wands need to be sorted out. I will take one if we all agree. I would like to know who all can use a wand of healing though. The more people with a means to heal will make it easier for all us to remain in good health if we look out for each other."
Kanchana looks over the treasure, "I would like the Bracers of Armor if I may. I do have a crossbow, so the bolts might come in handy. Does anyone else use a crossbow?"
She thinks about a few things, "would the divine scroll be a good thing to give to either Gecktar or Leets? Gargul 'told' me that we would be in need of healing items..."
Next she looks over the mundane weapons, "the Taur weapons could be part of the keep's cache in case of defense."
Kanchana takes a breather so no one thinks that she breathes out of her ears. "I agree with the keeping of the healers kits, spell component pouches, tindertwigs and antitoxins. I need one healer kit and one spell component pouch; mine are getting low. I suspect that there are others who might need something of sort as well. Shouldnt we keep some of the rations as well just in case? Anyway that is my input."
Kanchana checks out the unidentified treasure, "maybe we should look into getting more pearls or find out exactly what the Catacombs will charge for identifying all this. If we sell it without getting it identified it will be worth next to nothing. There might be healing potions there as well."
Vasch Thursday January 15th, 2004 11:05:05 AM
Vasch stands in the chamber with the others looking over the piles of things gained. "I'd like one of the big bows and some of them arrows for it." He says his arms crossed. "As far as the things we've figured out, I'd like to know about the stuff we don't 'bout. A little better armored is always nice, but I'd prefer Leets, Flat-top or the Captain to be standin' in front of me. The rest of the stuff can be sold or stored as decided."
Gecktar Thursday January 15th, 2004 3:55:05 PM
"I agree with the proposal of Kanchana. I intend to make the same suggestion. I will keep a battle axe of taur size and the divine scroll as Gargul effectively warn us. Of course if everybody agree. For my loot, as a new chosen I will only take half of it an then give the second half for the Hearthold keep."
Kenisha Thursday January 15th, 2004 11:13:33 PM
Kenisha nods at Kanchana's suggestion of getting more pearls. "I'm almost certain that they will charge extra if we have to have the Catacombs identify those items and potions. As to the rations, I say we keep those, very useful when we travel."
"Since nothing else appeals to me, I wouldn't mind taking either the grey bag or the magical gem. But not both. And certainly not without a better idea of what they do or cost. That gem could be worth more to the group as capital than it's magical ability."
(ooc- Does Alchemy allow you to identify potions in 3.5? I can't remember and don't have my PHB at hand.)
Brahmah (Jay B) Thursday January 15th, 2004 11:58:55 PM
OOC: Alchemy is now a craft, not a skill. However! a Spellcraft check, DC 25, requiring 1 minute, identifies a potion. No retry.
Taric Friday January 16th, 2004 12:27:15 AM
Taric nods at all the suggestions. He especially agrees with getting more pearls to do some more identifying. He would be glad to help out with identifying anything, but since he doesn't have much experience with potions, he is not sure if he should be doing that part.
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Friday January 16th, 2004 7:19:47 PM
The repairs continue on the keep as far as they can go without supplies. Some left behind timbering makes for the construction of a pen for the animals.
Brahmah talks to Dunin, the harbormaster, about what kind of supplies will be needed and to see about getting some. Dunin agrees to the plan and goes to set up some supply drops to the keep. He lets you know that it may take some time and he is not sure about prices.
Talks over the loot and repairs to the keep are brought before the whole group. It is agreed that they need to come to a decision about what to do.
Can Fight and Ability Ginal (can fight and heal, moderate fighter) Dunin (can fight, high fighter) Veria (can fight, moderate fighter) Trinl (can fight, low fighter) Upthel (can fight, low fighter)
Toros Saturday January 17th, 2004 1:53:03 AM
"Leets, Lets follow your idea" says Toros, warmly smiling at him :-) "You know in my normal life the place I came is famous with its goats but I almost know nothing about them except songs and stories which tell about them, in some of them they are the main actors to give lessons to Taur and human!! If you want I can tell a story on our way"
<< Dear DM I have sent two letters to you. One asks Jerry and you about the prestige classes. Second one is sent to the whole group of Chosen, as a reply to what we should do about the loot. Could you please send your valuable comments about them; but it is not urgent, take your time :-)>>
<<I have preferred to wait for all to choose what s/he wants from the loot, as for most of them I was not together with the party at that time. For the hero points and comments about role playing I also think to wait for others comments first.>>
Toros will give the greataxe he holds to one of the fighters who would need one as a present for entering the group. From the magical items if he can use he would like to take the "amulet of natural armor". He thinks it will strenghten his defenses, especially when he rages and charge for grappling opponents. As he is also a cleric he can also use the magical items related with divine magic, when necessary.
Leets d20+3=20 Saturday January 17th, 2004 10:06:15 AM
"I would like to keep one of the chainmails too captain! I would really need it!"
"Toros i've had some ideas to build the pen from what I remember when I was in my tribe and used to keep sheeps...We'll see that tomorrow with the sunshine. I'll show you what I've gethered and what we could try to do with it...And all your ideas are welcome, I'm not a professional at this..."
OOC: rolled a 20 for profession: herdsman, from what I remember of my CS (don't have it right now...).
Kanchana Sunday January 18th, 2004 3:03:50 PM
Kanchana waits for the meeting to end and for everyone to speak their piece. She simply says; "I have given my suggestions and stated what Items I would like to have." When the meeting ends; and if it isn't too late, Kanchana will go outside and continue her work.
Kenisha Monday January 19th, 2004 6:19:57 AM
(ooc: don't all the Tauric races have better than +1 Natural Armor already? The Amulet is useless to us if they do.)
Kenisha says, "I think those of us who are spellcasters should work together to identify the potions." (ie- whomever has the best spellcraft skill gets to be the lead person and the rest of use just have to make DC 10 to assist. Kenisha's Spellcraft is a 9.)
Brahmah(ooc) Monday January 19th, 2004 7:04:31 AM
OOC: I think Natural armor stacks if it's not from the same source.
Vasch Monday January 19th, 2004 8:32:36 AM
OOC: I believe the amulet is an enhancement bonus to natural armor. It should stack with natural armor of the taurs. That was a change made from 3.0 to 3.5
Kanchana (OOC spellcraft) Monday January 19th, 2004 12:04:08 PM
Kanchana's spellcraft is a 7. Her Craft: Alchemy is a 5 (if it is of any use).
Gecktar Monday January 19th, 2004 3:40:16 PM
When the Chosen are together, Gecktar says "I will give an office to the temple for those wanting to honor Domi. After that I think we must organize to clean the keep and maybe put the premiss of a defense here"
"Oh ! and is the problem of the loot closed ?"
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Monday January 19th, 2004 6:55:42 PM
Much discussion is made over the treasure they have and how to exactly put it to the best use...as well as split it.
The keep is slowly being brought to a cleaner state than it originally was, but it is still slow. The supplies to make the needed repairs for defense is slow as well as Dunin is having little luck finding what they need.
Early the next morning Leets and Toros are out putting together a pen for the goats and sheep. Despite the slow going at first they soon fall into an easier rythm. The pen is soon finsihed and to thier amazement it is sturdy enough to keep the animals in.
[I will be sorting out the Hero Points in an email to everyone soon. Try getting another email together that gives an idea of what everyone is wanting so that we can finalize that, if it has not already been done.]
Brahmah Monday January 19th, 2004 7:47:27 PM
"Okay, the loot stands currently this way. Gecktar, you mentioned battle axes, would that be a mundane or magical? Should all the stuff we were going to sell, instead be used in the Keep? Kanchana, I believe that the crossbow is a human sized weapon, it might be hard to fire straight. Leets, if we keep the rest for the Keep, we might have to find another way to get you a longsword."
Unidentified potion - 24(Group is working to ID them) battleaxe - 2 [Gecktar(1)??] gray bag [Kenisha] gem [Kenisha] arrows - 6
Kanchana (note) Tuesday January 20th, 2004 12:35:58 AM
Kanchana does not want the crossbow because she has her own already. She wants the MW crossbow bolts.
The magical stuff with her name next to it is fine.
You forgot that she requested 1 Healer's kit and 1 Spellcomponent pouch.
Taric Tuesday January 20th, 2004 2:33:38 AM
Taric continues the discussion with Kenisha and Kanchana to see who is best suited to identify the potions, judging on how well they are able to check things out. It seems that Taric would have the best shot at it.
OOC: Loot seems fine to me. Taric has a +14 to spellcraft.
Leets Tuesday January 20th, 2004 3:47:57 AM
"It's ok for the longsword Brahmah...As long as I have my shield and something to throw at Marteau's face, it's ok..."
Flat-top(Jay B) Tuesday January 20th, 2004 4:14:28 AM
Flat-top maintains the forge and it's fires.
Brahmah Tuesday January 20th, 2004 4:19:10 AM
"Oops, sorry Kanchana."
Unidentified potion - 24(Group is working to ID them) battleaxe - 2 [Gecktar(1)??] gray bag [Kenisha] gem [Kenisha] arrows - 6
Toros d20=11 Tuesday January 20th, 2004 4:37:19 AM
"Waow Leets, we have done amazing" congratulates Toros his friend for the finished pen. When they finish their work he will wear the amulet of natural armor and feel the additional protection spread to his body, thanking his friends to allow him to take this magical item. Then he will help others trying to identify the potions (d20, 11).
Kenisha d20+9=24 d20+9=16 d20+9=22 d20+9=28 d20+9=22 d20+9=15 d20+9=21 d20+9=19 d20+9=28 d20+9=13 d20+9=20 d20+9=19 d20+9=23 d20+9=28 d20+9=12 d20+9=19 d20+9=13 d20+9=22 d20+9=19 d20+9=16 d20+9=13 d20+9=29 d20+9=28 d20+9=17 d20+9=26 d20+9=27 Tuesday January 20th, 2004 6:25:30 AM
(ooc: I'm assuming that we need to roll once for every potion there is; which is 24. So lets have Taric be the lead person. His DC is 25 with an initial skill check of 14. Everyone else has a DC 10. For every successful check be those assisting, Taric's gets a +2 to his skill check. Roll your Spellcraft skill 24 times then list them down here as whethere or not he gets the +2 from you or not. He can then roll last with the appropriate number of extra pluses to his rolls. Sound good?)
Kenisha and the other spellcasters take the potions and move to a room big enough for them to work in together.
potions 1 through 24= +2 cooperation bonus from Kenisha
(ooc: I rolled too many times, so ignore the last two rolls)
Toros 23d20(16+1+7+5+9+13+17+3+16+5+1+18+14+9+8+16+4+5+14+10+17+18+3)=229 Tuesday January 20th, 2004 7:50:48 AM
OOC:The first one I rolled was 11. And here is the remaining 23 rolls =)
Thus, Toros was able to help Taric for the identification of potions #1, 2, 7, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 22, 23.
Kanchana d20+7=23 d20+7=17 d20+7=19 d20+7=10 d20+7=16 d20+7=25 d20+7=9 d20+7=22 d20+7=21 d20+7=8 d20+7=25 d20+7=20 d20+7=22 d20+7=25 d20+7=23 d20+7=17 d20+7=9 d20+7=23 d20+7=8 d20+7=15 d20+7=19 d20+7=18 d20+7=11 d20+7=22 d20+7=19 d20+7=11 Tuesday January 20th, 2004 9:22:35 AM
Assisting Taric with Identifying the potions.
Rolls 1-6,8, 9, 11-16, 18-24 was successful against DC 10 to assist. Giving Taric a +2 to his Spellcraft check.
Gecktar Tuesday January 20th, 2004 12:37:10 PM
"Well Brahmah, I'm interested by a mundane battle axe of taur size. The magical one are for the loot. I will also take a spell component pouch (even if I don't know how it works ... :)) as I think I will need one".
As Gecktar cannot help for the potions, he will play with the children if their mother agree so they will be free for something else.
Vasch Tuesday January 20th, 2004 6:00:15 PM
"So what is our next move?" Vasch asks one night during meal-time. "You all have been doing this longer. So we have any ideas on where we go for once Hearthold is ready?"
Brahmah Tuesday January 20th, 2004 6:38:13 PM
"Well Vasch, the plan was to call a council of Domi clergy to the Keep so that we could talk about the Children of mixed races. We all need to understand what they stand for. However, the Keep was in such disrepair, which we didn't expect, that now, if all those come here, it would be embarassing. Beyond the meeting, I want to get this loot figured out very soon."
Unidentified potion - 24(Group is working to ID them) battleaxe - 2 [Sell] gray bag [Kenisha] gem [Kenisha] arrows - 6
Flat-top (Jay B) Tuesday January 20th, 2004 6:42:28 PM
Flat-top, after a few hours tinkering in the forge, goes and plays with the children in the courtyard.
Toros Tuesday January 20th, 2004 8:34:44 PM
"Dear Gecktar, as far as I understood, everyone can assist to Taric for identifying the potions. You can help identify the potions of divine magic for instance. But, I might have understood wrong" tells Toros to his friend.
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Tuesday January 20th, 2004 8:49:21 PM
Dunin comes into the keep one day with a angry look upon his face. He looks around and even inquires as to where Brahmah is at. Once he finds him he gets him off to the side so that they can talk. "I am having no luck getting supplies that we need to have brought here." He stamps his foot rather upset as he looks out upon the ocean. "Foodstuffs I can get...there just seems to be noone that will bring us wood or stone of any kind...no matter the price." He lets this sink in as he continues to look out upon the ocean.
The other new servants seem to be getting on along right well with everyone. The fighters have been going through training to sharpen thier skills. As far as cleaning the keep is up to snuff, but the place is not exactly too well furnished. It would be clasified as spartan furnishings, sort of what a monk would have.
Brahmah Wednesday January 21st, 2004 1:31:09 AM
As he talks with Dunin, Brahmah gets upset. However, he's understanding to supply problems. "Dunin, see if you can contact my old Captain on the *name of ship here*. I doubt it, but try. See if he has contacts we can use."
Not having any other idea about what to do, he calls ANOTHER meeting of the Chosen. "We have a problem. Supplies. We need them rebuild and repair and Dunin has done his best. Now we need to call in our favors. Any ideas?"
Flat-top(Jay B) Wednesday January 21st, 2004 1:34:18 AM
"Captain, maybe the Royal Safety Squad I was a member of, can help?"
Taric 24d20(9+11+12+4+7+19+5+12+9+10+10+8+7+12+10+14+18+19+18+18+7+14+12+17)=282 Wednesday January 21st, 2004 2:38:52 AM
Taric starts identifying the potions with the help of Kenisha, Toros and Kanchana.
OOC: since Kenisha got a success on all rolls, the bonus to spellcraft is +16 and then a +0, +2 or +4 depending on the results of Kanchana and Toros.
So, only potions #4 and #7 are not identified. Great job on the bonuses guys :)
Leets Wednesday January 21st, 2004 3:36:06 AM
"Brahmah...The place is quite clean now...We are not inviting kings, but priests. This place is comfortable enough to meet here."
"However, if we need help, maybe I can try to contact my brother. He is...Well...He was the Stallion of our tribe when I left, and although we were not the best friends in the Wold when I left, maybe he would do something..."
Toros Wednesday January 21st, 2004 5:09:10 AM
"Waow, now we have got so many potions to choose from, this is also a problem isn't it. Really good job Taric, and Kenisha & Kanchana, of course."
"Captain, my family members are also tradesmen and own a boat. I do not know for sure how to do that but I can also try to get in touch with them to see what they can do for us. But I think first, asking the help of Captain Lira(?) and her crew seems to be a good idea. They were very nice, when we were on their boat."
Brahmah Wednesday January 21st, 2004 5:20:45 AM
"The potions will be easy. Good job friends!
Leets, get your brother, we could use all the help we can get. Ask him if he might bring us whatever supplies he and the tribe might spare.
No Toros, I mean my Captain I was paying a debt to before I joined the Chosen... when I was a err, uh, a sailor. However, Lira might be able to help too."
Kenisha Wednesday January 21st, 2004 6:29:09 AM
As each potion is identified, Kenisha helps to mark them, make a list and group the vials by type.
After they have finished, Kenisha goes and checks on Domisha. She finds her and Vrurt's child playing with a mouse they have caught in a corner. She shakes her head and tells them, "Take the mouse outside and set it free, it's nap time."
(ooc:does Vrurt's child have a name yet?)
Vasch Wednesday January 21st, 2004 7:55:17 AM
"I don't have any connections that may be useful. When I left I left all ties and connections I may have had." Vasch says.
His facial expressions lift. "What about a hunting party; send a few of us to gather food. In a couple of days we should be able to gather enough for a while. It's at least a start. Specially with some of us heading off to gather assistance."
Vasch (addendum) Wednesday January 21st, 2004 11:38:34 AM
OOC: I thought it was food that was being difficult.
Vasch would instead suggest the Chosen going to get the lumber we need. "It might take longer, but it would at least enable us to rebuild Hearthold."
Gecktar Wednesday January 21st, 2004 2:38:16 PM
"Mmmmmh, bad news... I don't think my family will help as when I left them I was not in the favor of my father... But I think we have some solutions. Lira is a good idea and I will accompany Vasch if we need some lumber of food as well, I have a new axe to use. I hope that we may also convince the clergy"
(OOC : you was right Toros I could have helped for the potions. I was thinking I haven't the skill. And as it's not an inate skill you cannot help if you have not it. But I have it :))
Flat-top Wednesday January 21st, 2004 5:23:29 PM
"Hmmm! Captain, this place is the only home I'll ever know. You see I'm the youngest of my Farther heard, so I'll never have a heard of my own. But Look around you I have all the little taurs,mixed breed or not. I can teach these who want a craft. So all or any prt of the goodies I have comming. I want to put back into Heartkeep.
Some times I think of the Mailhand and I think they still want to fight. I wonder if we should gggo a little way back to out old tricks?? What do you think,Captain?"
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Wednesday January 21st, 2004 7:36:02 PM
Dunin stays around for the new meeting, insisting that he maybe able to help out at least a little. Once with the rest of The Chosen he will fill them in on what he has found out. "I can get us food type supplies brought here...but noone seems to want to send us or should I say The Chosen the stuff they need to rebuild." He takes a seat being the only human present. "I think someone wants you to not be able to fix up the place...but they do not seem bent on starving you out." He listens as the others talk and nods his head several times. "I can have runners go out and see about contacting anyone you want...they may provide support."
Leets and Toros can both testify to the possibility of getting fresh meat from the island. They have seen game birds, small game and even some bigger game. The group can always make dried meat as Michael will point out if asked.
POTIONS CLW Potions (22) The last two look an awful lot like the previous one, in fact they all have the same color in clear vials with cork stoppers.
[Jay - You may name the Old Captain and the ship if you want. This help for better roleplay and player involvement.]
[The same goes for anyone else that wants to do that for something in thier background or want to further develop your background. Anything I do not like I will let you know about but I am very generous.]
Kanchana Wednesday January 21st, 2004 11:08:34 PM
Kanchana listens to the others and does some thinking about her family. "My family would help us, I know. However they do not deal in anything that we need here." She thinks about the suggestions concerning the humans. "Would it be possible to maybe look for re-building supplies on the mainland? Surely the people there do not harbor the same fear and prejudice as on the Isles?"
Toros Wednesday January 21st, 2004 11:50:34 PM
"Hmmm, I also start to wonder who these people that want to prevent our efforts are, and what the motives behind their actions are. Do you think it is only related with the children? Maybe we can try to talk to people in order to understand what is going on. Would the council of the Domi clergy be helpful for this? Or we can go to talk to them, if Dunin may help."
"And yes Kanchana, it is indeed a good idea. My family has regular ties with the mainland. If I can contact with them I believe they can somehow help. Although they sail frequently, as I have not left them for a long time yet I think I know where they might be now, we can reach them. Can we use the bird token from the loot to send message to them?"
Brahmah Thursday January 22nd, 2004 3:27:48 AM
"So, besides the supply situation, have we got the loot settled? This is the final call, I hope. I'm going to the Catacombs with the items we're selling."
Taric Thursday January 22nd, 2004 3:50:59 AM
"These potions will be very useful. Hopefully we won't need them, but with everything that's going on I fear they will all be used sooner or later."
Taric's facial expression is sad, but the lines next to his mouth mark his determined composure. He shakes his head and listens to the ongoing discussions.
"I won't be much help with connections and friends. And I'm not really skilled to haul lumber either, although I don't mind helping. Maybe it's an idea to write down what we need so we have a better idea of what we're looking for. I can be the scribe."
Leets Thursday January 22nd, 2004 4:02:48 AM
"Ok Brahmah, I'll try to get something from my brother Astachos. However, I can't promise anything..."
Leets get some piece of (almost) clean paper, grab a pen and begin to write in Centaur.
'Dearest and only brother Astachos,
It has been a long time. Since Mother left us in fact. I knew I didn't have my place by your side in our tribe, and I prefered to let you lead our warriors as Father always wanted. May his soul find peace. I also know that you probably had troubles understanding why I joined a stranger - a wemic, in his journey. And you would even be more surprised to know that I today share the company of Centaurs, Wemics and even Minotaurs. Your choice was to follow Father's will, and to bring peace to our people by fighting our eternal enemies, the Minotaurs from across the channel. I also fought to bring peace to our people. In another way. I know you thought I would take your Stallion place when the Wemic came and said I was one of the Chosen. That's why I left. But today, brother, me, the Chosen, need your help more than ever. The help of the Stallion of the Talric tribe. We are living terribly important times, that may change the life of every Taur in the Wold, and maybe even more. But to succeed, we need to rebuilt the place of ancient glory called the Hearthold Keep, so that there is a place to gather. We need lumber, we need stone and we need hands. Weapons and fighters too, and I know there are many among our tribesmen. You know it always was Mother's dream, to unite the Taurs. You know Father cannot have fallen for nothing. I beg you, my brother, Stallion of the Talric tribe. Astachos, we need help.
Leets Talric of the Talric tribe, your proud brother.'
Leets will roll the piece of paper, tie it, and give it to Dunin.
"Dunin, if you have runners, maybe they can bring this to my brother. My tribe lives on the coast of Centaur Island, right on the shores of the channel in front of Minotaur Island."
"Tell the one you'll chose to be cautious. It's a dangerous place for many reasons..."
Brahmah Thursday January 22nd, 2004 5:42:53 AM
Brahmah responds to Leets sending the letter. "Yes, Dunin, be cautious. Send a human or a centaur, but let's be smooth about this. There is a war on after all."
Kenisha Thursday January 22nd, 2004 6:10:34 AM
"I haven't spoken to my family in many years. Great Aunt Minisha raised me after I was twelve. She had requested that I stay with her for part of each year before that and had been teaching me the ways of brotherly love towards all Taurs. The last time I saw my father he pretended not to see me." Kenisha says mournfuly. "As much as it pains me, I think Kanchana is right, we are going to have to look to the mainlands for our supplies since the Taurs won't help."
Flat-top Thursday January 22nd, 2004 12:06:50 PM
Flat-top listens To every ones reaction, then turns and speaks "This is a plan from one of our enermies, clever on too. Food is no problem, BUT repairs we cannot get, because of the little one of mixed taurs?? who ever it is is an recent enermy and using the birth of the Unitaurs as a fear factor, and it's working that's what is making me mad. I too will give you a letter to take to my farther or brother who ever is head of the family right now."
Flat-top writes a letter asking for help, he knew that the tribe was very proud whem he excel in the Royal Marine Guard and even prouder when they heard of The Chosen. "Here is my letter they will answer either Yes or No, Our range is next to Leet's heard and they know each other." Flat-top hand the rolled up paper to Dunin, "Be careful! just be careful!"
Gecktar Thursday January 22nd, 2004 2:56:00 PM
"I think we must call humankind for help. I've travelled with some of them. If you give sufficient money, numerous are those that will help. More ! Tell them there is a challenge because it may be dangerous and you'll still find someone. I think we must recruit an architect. He will tell us what to do for the defenses of the keep"
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Thursday January 22nd, 2004 5:22:08 PM
Dunin listens as the others go over their options for getting the help that it needed. He shakes his head as he takes the letters that are handed to him. "I can have a ship take a runner to your tribes...he will get what answers he can." With a bow he leaves the room and heads for the harbor and a ship.
Lonia slips into the room and curtsies to you all as she speaks. "Can I get you some tea and a snack...or maybe you would rather have an actual meal??" She is one of the new hirelings and very shy. Anyone that has gotten her to speak, even a little, will find out that she is an orphan.
Ginal has taken care of the heart chamber since The Chosen left and has even tried to maintain the chapel as best she can. She continues to give guidance as a priestess of Domi. Much to your surprise she has been one of your most staunch supporters.
Flat-top has been spending many hours in the forge and armory with Veria getting things back into shape. Veria has expressed the need to get some metals to be used in the forge, but knows that it is a secondery need.
Trinl and Upthel have poured themselves into their studies of fighting with not only Brahmah but those other Chosen who volunteer. Both have some degree of skill with sword and axe, but it needs to be refined even more.
Michael spends most of his time in the gardens trying to help Kanchana with the many plants. He is most interested in those that can be used in cooking.
All of those that were at the keep when you returned have shown thier loyalty for the past few days. Those that Brahmah has been able to hire have also proven themselves to be open minded and most eager to help.
Brahmah Thursday January 22nd, 2004 8:50:12 PM
Brahmah shakes his head and gets frusterated. "I don't like asking questions more than once, but besides the supply situation, have we got the loot settled? This is the final call, I hope. I'm going to the Catacombs with the items we're selling and NOT keeping."
Vasch Thursday January 22nd, 2004 9:32:15 PM
Brahmah sorry I'll take another score of arrows, but other than that I say sell everything else.
Brahmah Friday January 23rd, 2004 1:20:55 AM
Brahmah writes a letter briefly stating the stituation. 'Captian Morgon, I'm asking you a favor... you know I keep my word, it's my Honor. Signed, Brahmah Captain and Leader of the Chosen of Domi.' "Dunin find out is the cargo ship, 'the Nightengale', has been local this week. It runs the Channel this season, or used to."
Taric Friday January 23rd, 2004 2:57:39 AM
Taric goes to the martial training to see if he can pick up some skills. After watching for a couple of hours he has reminded himself enough of why he has been concentrating on studying more. he approaches Kanchana and asks her is she is using a spellbook or not, since he would really like to copy a spell if she would allow it.
OOC: Yes Brahmah, no problems with the loot from me.
The spell Taric is looking for from Kanchana is 'magic missile'.
Kenisha Friday January 23rd, 2004 4:46:37 AM
(OOC: I'm fine with the loot division.)
Kenisha smiles at Lonia, "I think we'll be fine for the two hours until meal time. Do you need a hand chopping or stirring? I may not be much good in the kitchen but I can help."
In between helping others with their tasks, Kenisha will spend most of her time with the children.
Flat-top Friday January 23rd, 2004 6:00:05 AM
"Captain, sell everything that is not taken and put my share back in the building pot." Then to Kanchana he ask "Please go with the timid one in to the Kitchen and see what is needed in cooking pots, cooking pans, squars and utensils. I know where there is some puter down in the forge." As he smiles at Kanchana, he receives a wooded bowl from one of the little one. *Bong!* "Taric, I know where there is about a dozen empty Books that you have. Gectar and Toros I want to show you the secret passage in back of the Altar". True to his word, Flat-top takes all three Chosen to the back of the alter, but telling the Preistess Ginia what he is about to do, if she wants to watch. Flat-top goes to one of the half pillars and press what look like a crack on it. The floor starts to drop away, making a wide stair way down. Down to the back of the forge where there is a wall that leads out side. On that wall are the books and empty scrolls for the Cleric. "And thiis is our escape rout or entrance to the heart chamber."
Mamagram(ceil) Friday January 23rd, 2004 6:04:53 AM
Mamagram does not know what to do around this strange place, But if he follows Leets he'll always get fed.
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday January 23rd, 2004 6:16:05 AM
Paw'caw watches almost the whole Island from her nest high in the tree. She fishes for her meal, after her meal, She always fish for the lillle Unitaurs. The only thing is she always leave the catch in a diffent place. The staff has to watch that bird or else She stink up the place.
Toros d20=16 Friday January 23rd, 2004 6:36:02 AM
Captain, before you go to the Catacombs,
May I also take the other magical battleaxe although it is not identified yet?
I was also thinking to keep one longbow, 20 masterwork arrows, and 1 chain mail, if it would not be too much to ask.
For the group;
I also suggest keeping the 6 unidentified arrows and Quall's Feather Token, bird. I can also carry one of the CLW or the Strand of Prayer Beads, as a divine spell caster.
We can also equip the new fighters with the remaining items, I suggest asking their ideas as well.
If you would like I may help to carry all the rest and accompany you to the Catacombs. I am thinking of an interesting story about werecats and werebulls. Maybe we can talk about this on the way. =B
When he can find time with the others, Toros will do some training together with the new mighty fighters, making the practice attractive and suitable enough for the children to join or watch.
This will be more focused on using the bare body parts to stop the opponent without giving real damage to him/her. It will continue as long as it needs to. At the end he hopes that he is able to teach them some useful skills (d20, 16).
Gecktar Friday January 23rd, 2004 10:55:30 AM
"Wow !" says Gectar when he shows them the secret passage. "I've always heard of such passage in great castle but I did'nt imagine to find one in a temple of Domi. I think that it will provide a scape if we are besieged. Direct conflict is certainly not the only way to win a battle. It could be more courageous some time to find a secure retreat so causualties may be lowered..." As gecktar follows Flat-Top he is talking aloud what he is thinking about, and the phylosophical explanation of such passage in a temple of Domi...
(OOC : OK for the loot)
Leets Friday January 23rd, 2004 2:58:04 PM
"It's ok for the loot Brahmah, you can go...But try to be cautious...Our ennemy would be so glad to catch our leader alone..."
"So...Managarm! Come with me my dog, we'll see if there is vermin remaining in those walls! And if we have time before dusk, we'll run on the shore and see if you can follow!"
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Friday January 23rd, 2004 5:22:20 PM
Dunin stops at the docks as Brahmah give him the letter that is for his old captian. He nods as he takes it and smiles. "I know the ship well and she still travels that same route." He is soon on board his own ship and sailing away. You know that it will take some time for him to return.
Lonia accepts any help that is offered though she blushes at it. She is most obviously going to be hard to get out of her shell. She just does her chores and other business.
The two fighters are slowly getting better and most helpful in whatever little tasks they are given.
Flat-top finds that Ginal already knows about the secret passage as she maintains the heart chamber. It has been her personal duty since The Chosen left and she takes that very seriously.
Brahmah Friday January 23rd, 2004 6:50:15 PM
"Thank you Dunin."
"Toros, you can have the Magic Battle axe, but you already have the Amulet of Natual Armor too. The other items are needed so that we have some gold on hand. We are done with the loot now."
Brahmah helps in the Keep where he can. He'll take watchs and stand watch too.
Kanchana Saturday January 24th, 2004 12:19:27 AM
Kanchana is more than happy to have Michael's help with the gardens. She tells him what she knows about herbs for cooking and lets him work on the herb garden. She encourages Michael to experiment with the different types of herbs in cooking. Kanchana grins and tells him that sometimes the weirdest combinations are surprisingly good.
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Kanchana informs Brahmah that the issue of the treasure seems fine to her. She suggests that maybe we should pick up a few pearls to identify the rest of the magical treasure??
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When Taric asks about copying spells from her spellbook Kanchana will ask if he doesn't mind working out in the gardens since her spellbook is in her tent there. "Taric you can copy any spell that I have in that book if you want."
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Flat-top Saturday January 24th, 2004 7:49:16 AM
Flat-top tells the Two chosen Cleric, "We had to use this entrance or exit for the first time, Because the cleric in side the Heart Chamber was blocked and they were going to kill the students at the time. Remember when Domi Died? Well alot of his cleric went mad. We had to get to the students fast, that's how we got into the Chamber."
"Well! My Friends, I'm going to the falls and take a well earn bath. See you in the chamber before meal time." Flat-top gallops of to the way of the Falls.
Paw'caw (ceil) Saturday January 24th, 2004 7:56:04 AM
Paw'caw after her meal, catches another big fish for the little Unitaurs, who are playing near by. She let go of the fish, and the winds came up pushing her aim off a little. SOOOO! the fish hit Flat-top (as he was drying off) Paw'caw went back to her nest after her duty was done.
Mamagram (ceil) Saturday January 24th, 2004 8:00:48 AM
Mamagram sit and listen to Leets very carefully, *a mouse... we fight a mouse... Oh! Boy! Let go* Mamagram will follow Leets any where now.
Taric d20+14=20 Sunday January 25th, 2004 1:17:22 AM
Taric is very grateful for Kanchana letting him copy a spell from her spellbook. He doesn't mind working in the garden at all, especially since the magically conjured missile would compliment his spell-list quite nicely. And it would also help in those situations where a direct spell would be more helpful than the more subtle spells he was used to using normally. After a full day reading and writing the arcane writings he feels tired, but is pleased with the results. He thanks Kanchana and tells her if she is in need of a particular spell, just let him know.
OOC: using read magic to understand the magical writing. Spellcraft-check = 20 (against DC 16). Cost: 100 gp and 1 page in the spellbook. Time: takes the full 24 hours.
Taric should have 'magic missile' now in his spellbook.
Kenisha and Domisha d20+4=18 Sunday January 25th, 2004 10:41:00 PM
Kenisha decides to help suppliment the food supply by going fishing, inviting Vrurt and her child to come along if they'd like.
While fishing, Paw'caw decides to help out and ands up hitting Flat-top on the head with one fish. The kids giggle and roll about at this and even Kenisha has to smile at the sight.
(Prof. Fisher check= 18)
Brahmah Monday January 26th, 2004 2:10:16 AM
OOC: Yes, I'm having computer issues, again. I might be out in the middle of week.
IC: Brahmah broods over the events that life has dealt. He stays in his room alot.
Vasch Monday January 26th, 2004 8:15:47 AM
Once things seem to be in well enough order around Hearthold Keep, Vasch decides that walls are getting a little constricting. He begins to spend his early mornings wandering the lands around the keep. He will occasionally hunt small game if only to keep his skills sharp.
One of the many days Vasch walks the lands his mind drifts into deep meditation. Forgive my questioning Tomi, but where are we to go from here? Brahmah says we will make your clergy understand your messege, but I fear should they not understand we'll lose Hearthold and any chance to unite the taurs.
You have directed me and I have found your Chosen. I have even seen the miracle of the mixed births...I know this can not be all my trials have been for. A sign Great Tomi...to any of use so that we may not lose our focus and the hope in our hearts.
Toros d20=7 d20=11 d20=18 Monday January 26th, 2004 8:43:57 AM
Toros will also prepare a letter for his family to ask their support for the Chosen. However, as now they should be sailing on the sea, he is not sure how to reach them.
He also wonders whether they can reach to Captain Lira and her crew again.
He will continue giving training to the fighters and children, as much as they want. (d20, 7) In some days he will accompany Vash to hunt for small game. (d11)
He also thinks for ways to get in touch with the native people, to learn their thinking, understand their fears and gain mutual trust, if possible. He also wants to understand the real nature of the current sitation in order to be able to think better of future and be prepared for its coming (d20, 18).
Leets d20+2=11 d20+2=13 d20+2=18 Monday January 26th, 2004 8:47:54 AM
Leets will try to make the Reunited Heart chapel as clean as possible, and will try to craft some holy symbols or statues with pieces of wood (woodcarving rolls of 11, 13 and 18). He will particularly check for vermin crawling in the lower parts of the keep, and especially in the chapel, with the help of Managarm.
Gecktar Monday January 26th, 2004 3:32:44 PM
Gecktar will help Leets to clean the chapel. If they have to receive the clergy it must be ireproachable. So he will work this way...
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Monday January 26th, 2004 6:19:22 PM
The days pass slowly for The Chosen and they fall into a routine at the keep. As they go about thier studying and the like they find that things can be pushed to the side for now.
Still they know that it will be time to call the clergy before long to Hearthold and then things could get interesteing. They will need to be ready as can be not only to make a good showing but also protect those that need it most.
Food is soon not a problem as much fresh fish and other small game is brought in. Michael shows his espertise in preservation of said meats. His meals are excellent and he is using more seasonings than before. Life is good.
Flat-top Monday January 26th, 2004 7:12:15 PM
The days pass quickly when Flat-top makes all kind of tools, Pot, Pans allmatters in the forge. But he never missed practice and fight match in the parade grounds. "I Always want to be in top shape. But after evening meal, he always made time for the Unitaurs and some of their friends, Untill it was time for Bed.
Taric Tuesday January 27th, 2004 12:24:37 AM
Taking a long night of sleep to rest from his enervating work the day before Taric wakes up feeling a lot better. He decides to study in his newly acquired spell to see how he can most effectively use it.
After he is done studying he goes outside, finds himself a stick to target and shoots the magically conjured missiles at it, trying to get a feel for the spell.
After a few tries Taric feels satisfied with the results and walks around the stretch his legs a bit and ponder all things that had happened to the Chosen in the past few weeks.
Paw'caw(Ceil) Tuesday January 27th, 2004 4:56:32 AM
When she flies, she does her lazy eight patern in the sky. Some thimes she'll fly to Brahmah, almost to check in with him. But when she's on guard she'll be in her nest on top of the highest tree on the Island.
managram(Ceil) Tuesday January 27th, 2004 5:05:33 AM
Managram is all too happy to please Leets. Using his special gift, the dog would sniff the vermin out, blink* catch the critter in his mouth blink*, back to Leets. This day he caught 3 mice, 1 rat and 1 garden snake.
Kanchana Tuesday January 27th, 2004 1:03:24 PM
During the lull in activities Kanchana will help with any necessary foraging, and with any cooking if she is asked. In the afternoons Kanchana does some preliminary work on a herbal she is trying to compile.
Kenisha Tuesday January 27th, 2004 2:18:27 PM
Kenisha spends much of the time with the children. It feels good to be able to watch them play and run around without worrying about imminent attacks.
Still she can't help but worry about the future.
Vasch Tuesday January 27th, 2004 3:41:11 PM
Vasch continues his treks into the surrounding lands; hunting or scouting as each day allows.
Toros Tuesday January 27th, 2004 7:15:56 PM
Toros also fits into a daily routine, always finding himself a work to do, whether it is training, hunting, working on the blacksmith or chapel and help others
Gecktar Wednesday January 28th, 2004 12:34:17 PM
Gecktar continue his daily routine, praying Domi regulary at the sunrise and at dawn.
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Wednesday January 28th, 2004 6:48:26 PM
A few more days pass and Dunin returns to the keep with good news. With a short meeting of The Chosen called he is all smiles. "I was able to pass off the letters to get them where they belong." With a quick run of figures through his head he laughs. "I figure it should take about a week to get back replies to them." Then his face sobers as he pulls out a roll of parchments tied in ribbons and sealed with the clergy seal. He hands them to Brahmah as his face darkens even more. With a nod he heads out the door and back to the docks, to take care of his ship.
Each member of The Chosen have gotten to know those that have stayed and been hired a little better. Everyone is falling into a good routine that is proving most favorable. Vrurt has finally come to a decision on a name for her little girl...Melamin, which means "My Love" in the faerie language.
[I will be needing someone to play Brahmah for awhile as he will be away for a week.]
LETTER READS
People of the Taur Islands
It has been brought to the attention of the High Clergy of Domi that The Chosen are accused of the following crimes.
1) Promotion of "the savior" of the taur peoples, without the churches approval.
2) The death of a whole village of minotaurs near Violet Castle.
3) Failure to put themselves into the custody of the "law" that was sent to pick them up.
4) Failure to comply with The Mailed Fist when they came to bring them in. Then further killing several of it's members.
The High Clergy of Domi has been forced to call for no aid to be given to The Chosen. No aid in any of the following forms maybe given to them; no physical aid, spiritual aid or monetary aid of any form. Those that violate this law will themselves be termed traitor to the church.
Stiff penalties will be layed upon anyone that breaks these rules. This can be monetary fines of substancial amounts, prison time for the offender or outright exile from your homeland.
The will and law of Domi be preserved.
[The letter bears the church's seal and is most definitely official.]
Flat-top Wednesday January 28th, 2004 8:37:02 PM
Flat-top read the scroll,"OH! No, this is going to hit Brahmah hard. You minotaurs must be heart broken. But you know what Domi wanted us to do, To protect the Unitaurs and we did it. Domi will not let us down. I knew that the Mailfist was behind this." Flat-top head for the Heart Chamber and the alther.
Vasch Thursday January 29th, 2004 12:08:27 AM
As Vasch listens to the notice being read a look of uter disgust grows on his face. "Clergy of Tomi. Ptuu" He spits at the ground. "Politicians pandering for more personal power. Why am I not surprised, Mailed Fist and corrupted clergy." He marches away to the temple his anger quite obviously high.
Taric Thursday January 29th, 2004 3:21:07 AM
Taric mouths sags open more and more as he hears the letter being read. Lost in total shock, he doesn't have anything to say. He hears the axclamations of pain and anguish from the others, but they seem to be coming from somewhere far away, as if through a mist. Taric can't believe what he just heard. Not only did they twist the facts, but now they even accused them of murder, the most brutal of crimes.
Lost in shock he sits down, his head in his hands, at a loss for what to do next.
Brahmah (Jay B) Thursday January 29th, 2004 3:54:14 AM
OOC: I now have a new machine, I shouldn't have problems for awhile.
IC:
After hearing the 'proclaimation', Brahmah simply walks up to Dunin, takes the scroll from him, rolls it up and tucks into his belt. He then walks out of the room and out of the Keep.
Leets Thursday January 29th, 2004 4:05:53 AM
Not believing his ears after what he heard, Lees takes the piece of parchment and reads it several times.
His hand shaking, he puts the letter on the table.
"Come on Managarm, let's have a walk..."
The Centaur paladin leaves the room, and will trot in the direction of the beach.
Kenisha Thursday January 29th, 2004 6:12:20 AM
Kenisha hugs Domisha tightly and cries. Then she takes Domisha to their room, pulls out a piece of parchment and ink and thinks for a while about what she wants to write in response.
Kanchana Thursday January 29th, 2004 8:31:23 AM
Kanchana wishes she was having a nightmare, instead of living with this reality. She remains calm. Kanchana makes no comments about the letter, and she is not surprised by it. She leaves the meeting room and walks out to the waterfall to think. Kanchana lays down on the grass, stretches out and lets her mind wander first as she watches the clouds. She wonders if there is any help to be had from the mainland; maybe even the greater branch of the Mailed Fist and the non-Taur clergy of Tomi??
Toros Thursday January 29th, 2004 9:42:36 AM
"I do not understand anything... What does this mean" Toros asks with surprise, confusion and hesitation. This is not a question waiting for answer, just a reflection of his feelings and thoughts.
Vasch Thursday January 29th, 2004 11:02:13 AM
Vasch stops at the temple and spends the good part of an hour there. He then decides he needs to be away for a while. On his way out he lets the first he sees that he is going out.
Vasch will spend the remainder of the day running through the surrounding area trying to keep his mind off of what is going on at Hearthold. He even goes so far as stalking anything, never catching only stalking. Keeping his mind focused on the hunt.
Gecktar Thursday January 29th, 2004 4:20:24 PM
Gecktar face become more pale as the message is read. He feels a moment desoriented. With no word he goes to the temple. Here he prays Domi to understand : 'Why my Lord do you allow these fools to represent your church... I think I now the way... Please show me...'
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Thursday January 29th, 2004 7:20:15 PM
The Chosen have been struck a telling blow that is written in ink...not of the sword. Each went his/her seperate way to think over what he just found out. Many of The Chosen are starting to lose thier way and seek answers.
That night each of The Chosen has a dream of great open fields in which they find a hermit sitting alone on a river bank. Clenched in his hands is a fishing pole and he looks up at you as you draw near. "My Lord's Chosen...you must keep your faith strong in these times. Domi has sent me to each of you to give you some comfort in this time of peril." With a look to his line he shakes his head. "The Dark One is moving against him as usual and their is a mysterious thread woven this time that troubles him." He plunges the pole into the ground and stands slowly. With a smile he embraces each of you in his arms. A warmth like none other slows through your body and you feel immediately better. "Domi says to stay strong in your faith and will...the time will come when his will can be fully realized. It sadens him greatly that he has to have you shoulder the greatest of this burden." Things start to fade a little and you find yourself running in the open plains...enjoying the warmth of the sun and forgetting your troubles for the time being.
Taric Friday January 30th, 2004 12:27:07 AM
Taric wakes up from the pleasant dream. His heart set a little at ease. His mind spinning, thinking of anything to protect the children and further the cause of Domi, if only by protecting this keep to keep it safe for anybody with an open mind.
Brahmah Friday January 30th, 2004 1:35:43 AM
The minotaur finds the highest room in the Keep and disappears for days. He doesn't wish to see anyone, even after the dream. He does, however, allow Dunin to report news.
The situation leaves him sad and demoralized, even though the dream was supposed to have been a comfort, it wasn't. So much so that he has actually left his fathers Falchion in his room downstairs for a day or two. He isn't eating much and sleeps on the stone floor. In his waking hours, he reads and rereads the scroll stating what is now Church canon. He can be seen peering from an open window on the topmost floor of the tower.
His mind turns and whirls with thoughts ranging from what his father might think of the Chosen's situation to Brahmah himself hunting down and murdering Martean clerics in their sleep... or even Domi clerics that might not see eye to eye with the Chosen's views.
Dunin might report to the Chosen that their leader's mind may be becoming demented or in the very least, very depressed.
Flat-top Friday January 30th, 2004 8:47:37 AM
Flat-top is running wiht the heard when he wakens. He feel much better and knows the battle with the darkone goes on. Flat-top goes to eat with the rest of the Chosens. To the Unitaurs at the table, Ask your mommies if we can play kick ball, with a few friends of course on your side, a few Uncles and Aunties on my side and have an grown up game. What do you think?" After the Littles ones leave the table to go wash up, Flat-top tell the Mother Vrurt and Kenisha and the others "Don't worry they will win and make friends with the Children of the Island. Any sign of trouble We the grown up will be there, I have my faith in the Little ones." Flat-top is off to Heart Chamber(for his prayers). Then he's off to get the ball to play.
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday January 30th, 2004 8:49:58 AM
Paw'caw is in her nest, She paces back and forth. She has not seen her master for days.
Managram(ceil) Friday January 30th, 2004 8:55:46 AM
Managran is seen every where that Leets goes. If his Master runs, he runs. If Leets truts' the dog ia at that pace. If his master just stand there, he sits beside him(unless there a nice fat rabbit run across his path.)
Leets Friday January 30th, 2004 2:08:23 PM
Leets will come back after one night spent outside, and finds his old friend Flat-Top at the table.
"I suppose you has that dream too, right...? I think we shouldn't spend that much time by ourselves, we are the Chosen, all together, and this, none can break it..."
Leets will then goes to the Hearthold chapel, where he will probably find Gecktar. He grabs his shield, the one Domi gave him, and put it near a wood statue he carved recently.
"The time of the Shield is over Gecktar. Let's run the Wold all together, and crush the ennemy of the Allmighty Father: the time of the Hammer has come!"
Gecktar Friday January 30th, 2004 2:24:39 PM
Gecktar wake up, his heart light as a feather. Domi has answered his prayer. 'We must continue and have no doubt in our faith'.
Toros Friday January 30th, 2004 6:34:10 PM
When Toros starts the next day he is not aware that everyone has seen the same dream. In the day he continues his questioning in order to make sense of what is going on. When he by chance learn that others also saw the same dream thus gives him a very good relief, and he feels better
Kenisha Friday January 30th, 2004 7:21:44 PM
Kenisha feels better in the morning, but is still feeling very protective of her daughter. When Flat-top proposes a game of ball, she agrees but only if she is there to watch. The moment anyone turns nasty or spiteful, she will grab up her child and head back to the keep.
Kanchana Friday January 30th, 2004 9:35:04 PM
Kanchana realizes that she must have fallen asleep while contemplating the clouds. The sound of the waterfall woke her up again. She has a warm, fuzzy feeling when she awakens after the dream. After a huge yawn she mutters, "why can't Father send omen dreams to the Wayward Clergy?? That would set things straight..."
Kanchana gets up and stretches out, then she heads to the kitchen to find some food, and anyone else to hear if they had the same strange dream.
If she sees Dunin she will ask him about any news from the Isles and the Mainland if he has any, and if he has had any luck finding any of the things that Brahmah wanted to rebuild the Keep.
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Friday January 30th, 2004 10:07:34 PM
Dunin spends most of his time at his shack by the docks waiting to get word from anyone that they have sent letters to. He has been staying in constant contact with Brahmah but has found him becoming more withdrawn. With a look of concern he drags several of The Chosen off to the side. "Flat-top, Kanchana and Leets...I wanted to bring it to your attention that your leader has drawn more removed lately...I am not sure if you noticed...I worry." He lets the others do what they want about it as he is not sure what to do himself.
Four days later Dunin comes running up to the keep with excellent news. "A ship has docked with some timber...timber for repairs." He is exstatic and cannot keep the smile from his face.
When you go down to see about the wood you find the GassamerWing floating at the docks with timbers being unloaded to the docks. Captain Lira hangs from a rope over the side of the ship and gives The Chosen a salute. "Be figurn ya be needn this...just donna be askn where it be comn from." She smiles at the load of you as she continues to watch the timber being unloaded.
Kanchana Saturday January 31st, 2004 2:29:38 PM
Kanchana listens to Dunin's worries about Brahmah with concern. She spends quite a bit of time working on a tea to give Brahmah to help with his moodiness. She researches what plants will work best and ends up with a tea made from lavender, lime blossom. skullcap, rosemary and oats, with honey added for taste.
With Captain Lira's arrival she sees her chance to go visit Brahmah in his self-imposed exile from society. She brings the tea (a cup feshly brewed, and a flask for later), some flat-bread with herbs and some news.
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Kanchana finds out which tower Brahmah is holed up in and knocks on his door. "Brahmah? I know that you do not wish to talk, and that the letter really hurt. But I have brought something that I want you to drink and eat. And I have some very good news! I will sit here and wait until you come to me." Kanchana says in a firm but friendly voice.
Kanchana waits for a response. If she doesn't get one immediately she will say, "I spent a lot of time working on this for you and I really want you to try it. If you don't open the door then I will. Besides I know that you really want to hear what I have to say..."
Kanchana sits outside the door and waits. She will wait for as long as necessary. She will even sing badly to keep herself amused. Not realizing that she actually sings badly!
Brahmah Sunday February 1st, 2004 2:24:39 AM
Brahmah opens the door after several hours of TERRIBLE singing, though he doesn't convey that emotion. "Yes?" He asks impatiently, as though he asked it already. "Tea? tea.... a simple pleasure. What makes you so bleedin' sure I want some tea? Well?" He takes the cup, smells it then dips a finger in to taste the blend. "What in the Blue is this?" He wrinkles his nose. "You have news? What is it?"
Kanchana (to Brahmah) Sunday February 1st, 2004 3:27:21 AM
Kanchana smiles a little (in a friendly way) in spite of Brahmah's bad mood. "Drink all of the tea in the cup, and I will tell you." It sounds clear that Kanchana will not budge on that request; and the tea doesn't taste bad at all - just different. She leaves the bread as well.
When Brahmah drinks everything in the cup Kanchana says, "I wanted you to drink that because I care about your welfare too. Now for the news... Captain Lira has been here with timber to help rebuild the keep." She smiles encouragingly. Kanchana will leave the flask and the cup in Brahmah's room, and hope that he drinks the tea.
Flat-top Sunday February 1st, 2004 7:39:00 AM
The children games went very well, of course the children won(the adult made sure of that), after the game all went home real friends. The news came to them that the ship Gassamer Wing was in dock, Flat-top gallop down to the Forge. In back was a door, flat top takes six bottles of wine and puts them into a box. Off he goes to the dock. Sure enough there's the ship. Flat-top goes to the Captain Lira and give her the six Bottles of Purple Wine, Telling her "I want to thank you for the help, Please take the Wine." Flat-top winks at the Captain Lira "And No Questions Ask."
Kenisha Sunday February 1st, 2004 11:31:33 PM
Kenisha watches the game from the sidelines, cheering for both teams.
Back in the keep afterwards, anyone passing by her quartersmight chance to hear her say things like: "No, that sounds too hostile." or "That makes us sound like we're whinning."
Anyone who opens the door finds Kenisha scribbling away on parchment.
Taric Monday February 2nd, 2004 2:38:35 AM
Taric hears about the arrival of the Gossamer Wing and heads to the docks to see for himself. Finally something good is happening. Domi is with us and he is showing it! thinks Taric to himself.
Not seeing Brahmah among the Chosen at the docks, Taric starts wondering what happened to their stalwart leader. His mind drifts back to when he just joined the Chosen, when Brahmah and Flat-Top initiated him with a flask of wine. Too much wine. A smile slip upon Taric's face. But then his mind at the present and the absence of Brahmah starts worrying him. He heads back to the Keep to find out what is going on and see if he can find Brahmah, wherever he might be.
If he finds out where Brahmah is he will walk to the tower to see if he can talk with him. If Kanchana is there, he is pleased to see her and will join her efforts in making Brahmah leave his self-imposed exile. He will tell Brahmah about the first time they met and how insecure he felt. But thanks to the efforts of the Chosen, but especially Brahmah in the beginning, Taric felt himself accepted and realized that as long as they stayed together and worked as a team, everybody would have a hard time defeating. He tells Brahmah about the first sign of defeat is when the Chosen start splitting up. When the loyalty of the Chosen towards each other starts waning and gets undermined by actions of the opponents of the Chosen. He will also tell Brahmah that right now, with all those troubles and especially since the letter was printed, that right now was the time to show an united front to everybody so all the opponents of the Chosen would realize their attempts to drive a wedge between the Chosen are futile.
Taric will keep talking until Brahmah comes down and leaves the tower. If Brahmah refuses to come down and stays in his tower, Taric will stay with him, no matter how long.
Gecktar Monday February 2nd, 2004 2:21:29 PM
When Gecktar hear the news, he runs to the docks wanting to see it from his own eyes... Domi has heard their prayers... Some of the Taurs still believe that the fight is going on and brave some institution... There is still hope... '
But for now we must assemble the chosen and begin to work' does he thinks.
Vasch Monday February 2nd, 2004 5:27:32 PM
Vasch comes in from one of his runs in the lands. He sees the ship in dock and the wood being unloaded. A smile unconsciously grows across his face, "Thank you Tomi."
He proceeds to the dock to help unload supplies.
Toros (Tunc) Monday February 2nd, 2004 5:31:03 PM
<<OOC: Dear All, I will be a bit busy during this week, and may not post properly. For the flow of the game, when necessary if you may please also roleplay my character I will be grateful. And I will try to re-post as soon as I can>>
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Monday February 2nd, 2004 6:47:41 PM
Captain Lira smiles as she takes the wine and hands it off to her first mate. There is a quick exchange of words and then the first mate heads below. "No questions." Captain Lira is all too happy to see The Chosen again as they had been no trouble on her ship. "We be not believn the rumors." She gives Flat-top a wink and lightly drops from her ship. "Beside the clergy be needn me and me girls." She continues to watch the unloading of her ship. "Twelve big timbers we got."
Now some more repairs can be made on the keep and maybe get Brahmah out of his slump. The GossamerWing stays docked and the female crew is often available to help out with small jobs.
Brahmah Monday February 2nd, 2004 10:53:40 PM
He drinks the tea and eats the bread, but still is a bit under the weather, like a great grey squall.
When Taric shows up, it's obvious that the Exile won't take and Brahmah realizes this might just turn into an ugly stand off with these two Chosen, they were, in some ways, more stubborn than him! He might have to leave the tower just to get peace. 'These tricky skally-wags!'
He begins to pack up his few things and returns to his room just off the Heart Chamber. Assuming the other are following him like hounds, he turns and smirks, "Cap'n Lira eh? Heh! That Pirate! I hope she stays out of trouble."
He goes to the docks and indeed cheers a bit.
Taric Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 2:32:29 AM
When Brahmah does indeed leave the tower and get back to his own room, a slight feeling of peace washes over Taric for just a second. To have their leader in their midst again was a very good thing to say the least.
When all is set and done he will move to the docks to help with moving the timbers. Since he has basically two left hands he will leave the actual repairs to others, but he is glad he was at least able to help a little bit.
Kanchana Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 3:08:28 AM
Kanchana smiles when Brahmah drinks the tea and eats the bread. "You will be feeling much better soon Brahmah. With the timber having arrived there will not be so much time to be idle for anyone." Kanchana leaves the tower and goes back to the gardens. She leaves the unloading of the ship to the guys and the crew. She will make herself available to help out with any wood-working if her help is needed.
Leets Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 4:42:09 AM
When Leets hears of the boat that just arrived, he will go at the dock and help to do anything needed. He's glad to see his friends gathered here...
Later, when time comes for talking, he will gladly join his friends.
"Chosen! Remember Marteaus tried to kill Domi recently...and managed to do it although he finally came back. It was a failure for the Lord of Darkness, and we musn't forget it. He failed, and he's probably trying something else: Divide to Rule."
Flat-top Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 5:59:29 AM
Flat-top is happy to see that Brahmah stumping to the dock. With with Kachana and Tauric right behind him. Flat-top tell Brahmah, "Captain, don't ask Captain Lira any questions as to where the lumber came from, I myself think it comes from Minotaur Island." Flat-top goes to Kachana and Tauric, he put an arm around their shoulders "My Miricle Workers."
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 6:06:42 AM
Paw'caw was flyingin her figer eight pattern, when she spots her Master coming down the path to the docks. Down she dives, coming to rest on his shoulder, looking at him as if to say 'Are you please with me?'
Managram(ceil) Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 6:13:40 AM
Managram follows Leets every where, doing this job with him and doing that job at leet's side. Now he sits next to him, listening to him say something very important. So he Barks in aggrement "Bark-Bark" adding his two cp in the mix.
Kenisha Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 6:35:49 AM
Kenisha and Domisha come down to the docks as well. She's happy to see the ship and her crew again.
After all the timbersare offloaded, she'll approach Brahmah and say, "I've been trying to write a response to the Minotaur clergy's edict, but haven't been able to come up with something that sounds both right and true. I know it has to be worded carefully to prevent an all out war, but I feel it's right that our side of what happened be told. What do you think?"
Brahmah Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 7:25:39 AM
When Flat-top says not to ask where the lumber came from, Brahmah is curious, but leaves it alone for the time being.
As for Kenisha's question, "Honestly, do you think anything will get through to them?! Minotaurs are hot tempered you know..." Saying it as if he weren't one. "Do what you think best."
He strokes his birds feathers with a single finger and says, "It's alright my friend, I'm fine." He smiles.
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 6:56:21 PM
The unloading of the timber is a fast process with all the extra hands. The real problem comes with getting it to the keep easily.
With a little inquiry they find that Dunin has an old wagon that is still in good shape, but there are no horses or the like to pull it. While the others ponder over the idea Brahmah pulls Captain Lira off to the side and asks about the timber. On his honor he tells her that he will say nothing at all about it. With a smile she pulls Brahmah in close. "Da church be needn ta find new lumber for their new wing." She busts out laughing as if it is the most natural thing in the world and the funniest.
Walking back towards the ship with Brahmah she smiles. "There be food stuffs on board too." She gives him another wink as she gives orders for the barrels to be brought up. Three of the barrels are marked with the sign of Domi as sacrimental wine. "Tis a donation from da church."
Taric Wednesday February 4th, 2004 1:13:17 AM
At Flat-Top's words, Taric grins a bit: "Just doing what needs to be done. But I'm sure glad he's back among us."
Taric will help pull the old wagon to the keep. He hopes that the others will help as well, so he doesn't have to do it alone, since he won't be able to go all the way by himself.
Gecktar Wednesday February 4th, 2004 3:35:55 AM
Gecktar is happy to see Lira again and with many things for them. He will help Taric to pull the wagon to the keep saying to him with a smile "hoping that our captain is back..."
Flat-top Wednesday February 4th, 2004 5:52:57 AM
Flat-top look at the Barrels of wine with the sign of Domi on them. He starts to laught, with tears running down his cheeks. "It comes from Centaur Island, I'll bet my heard had something to do with this?". Flat-top put on a harness, "Come on Leets! let's get this lumber up to the Keep." Flat-top will hitch his harness to the wagon, pulling the wagon up to the Keep.
Kenisha Wednesday February 4th, 2004 6:21:37 AM
Looking a bit disappointed in Brahmah's response, Kenisha turns to Leet's next. "Do you think it would be a good idea to send a response to the Minotaurs' edict. I've been trying on my own to come up with something, but haven't ben very satisfied with it so far."
Brahmah Wednesday February 4th, 2004 7:23:22 AM
Brahmah looks downright shocked and almost upset, if it wasn't for the joy and anger he was feeling about his own inquiry. "LIRA, why, how, the wine! Lumbers one ting, but the wine is something else. The barrels need to be destroyed." He thinks a minute, looks at the Chosen trying not to look too upset, then smiles. "Only AFTER we've emptied them!" Then he roars with laughter.
Vasch Wednesday February 4th, 2004 7:58:46 AM
Vasch's mood lifts while unloading the ship. Knowing he's not strong enough to carry lumber, he eagerly grabs food-stuff supplies and carries them to the keep.
He hears Kenisha dilema and returns with his opinion. Stoping next to her carrying an arm-load of food-stuff he says to her. "Kenisha, send no response. Anything we send will be preverted, used out of context and only heighten the public sentiment against us. Before any type of actions are taken on our part the keep must be taken care of. I'm sure that any response we send to our accusers will bring swift retaliations." He smiles, "There will be time to talk after we've unloaded the ship."
Leets Wednesday February 4th, 2004 12:02:04 PM
Leets shakes his head hearing Kenisha's words.
"My first idea was also to write an answer...But I seriously think it would be useless. It sounds like the door of Domi's official clergy is closed, either because some kind of hidden power is manipulating them, either because they are too afraid to face the situation..."
"From here, I see four ways opened to us: - First, I can try to write a letter, maybe with Gecktar, so that the letter comes from Domi's clergymen among the Chosen. It could give more weight to our words, but I have real doubts about it... - Second possibility, to ask for a meeting with the Highest Clergy of Domi directly, to talk face to face. It would certainly mean death for the one going there, but I have to say I would take pleasure telling them what I think before dying... - Third possibility: try to gather wandering clergymen of Domi. I think there are many priests, paladin, and maybe rangers who could also have heard Domi's call to protect the child, and who know the truth...We could call for them to gather here and talk. The problem is that it could seriously split Domi's Church, and give an advantage to Marteaus.... - Fourth possibility: find those who are behind our troubles, and teach them that we don't like their way to treat our allies like puppets..."
Kanchana Wednesday February 4th, 2004 1:37:42 PM
Kanchana smiles at Flat-top's comment, "Taric and I only did what we could for Brahmah. Truth be told he probably got bored with us!" She chuckles a little. "That letter, was it from all of Father Tomi's Tauran clergy or only the Minotaur clergy? If it was not from all of the clergy combined then perhaps we need to look to the Wemic and Centaur clergy for assistance??"
Suddenly Kanchana cannot help but laugh weakly, "you know in a way we have succeeded in our quest to unite the Taurs. Just not in any way we would have hoped." She leaves for the gardens still sort of laughing. Her laughter sounds forced and bitter.
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Wednesday February 4th, 2004 8:28:37 PM
Captain Lira glances to Brahmah and smiles openly. "Tis no big deal...a dozen more they had." She laughs as Brahmah comments about destroying them after they are empty. "Ta foodstuffs are from several tribes." She glances to the rest of The Chosen and then back to Brahmah. "Don be denyn...a few two-leggers be supportn ya." She lets it hang there as she turns to the crew of her ship and gets some of them to help pull the wagon.
With supplies at the keep it is time to store them and decide what to start on for repairs. Still some of the most needed repairs will require stone which is hard to come by, even harder now for The Chosen. Maybe a certain Captain can try but you can hold no hope in that, she has a small ship for stone.
That night Michael prepares one grand feast that the crew of the GossamerWing attends with thier captain. New friends are made and much talk is given to the problems of The Chosen.
[The scroll with the edict against The Chosen bears the seal of all three racial clergies.]
Brahmah Thursday February 5th, 2004 6:00:16 AM
Brahmah asks Lira about the stone. "Can we?"
(OOC: I have the loot stuff more or less ready, give me until the weekend. :)
Kenisha Thursday February 5th, 2004 6:26:39 AM
"I guess you guys are right... It just feels so wrong not to respond." Kenisha says sadly.
The feast that night does much to lift Kenisha's spirits, at least for the moment.
Vasch Thursday February 5th, 2004 8:37:08 AM
"Are there any possible locations in the area that we may be able to get the stone we need? Can't imagine they imported all the stone for the keep." Vasch interrupts the conversation.
Vasch enjoys the meal, but continues to think on the stone situation. I bet there is an old quarry around here. There has to be. It would have taken decades to build this place if they shipped in the stone. I think tomorrow I'm going to have myself another look. This time I have something to look for.
Later in the evening, Vasch approaches Kanchana. "This dinner was a good idea. The moods have lightened in us all. There is something I need to talk to you about." Vasch pauses. "I'm going out tomorrow to look around the area for an old quarry or any stone we can use. I would like you to come as well. You are much more adept than I, in nature, and I would like your help." He lets Kanchana consider what he has asked.
Leets Thursday February 5th, 2004 8:53:40 AM
Leets will enjoy the celebration with his friends gladly. He's really happy to have all his friends gathered, the children safe and to be at home.
He considers there has been enough thinking about Domi's Church problem, and will eat, drink and dance...
Kanchana Thursday February 5th, 2004 1:03:21 PM
Kanchana enjoys the feast immensely. She thanks Michael for arranging it. Kanchana will even dance if she gets a chance, she remembers how much fun she and Flat-top had dancing in the Giggling Ghost.
Later when Vasch approaches her about looking for a local quarry she heartily agrees to go with him to look for it. "Vasch, this feast was Michael's idea not mine." She smiles, "I would love to go with you to look for a possible quarry. Though I think that we should ask the humans for more help since they clearly do not share the opinion of the Taur clergy in general."
Kanchana suggests that they have an early breakfast and then set out to look for the quarry. She will pack what she needs for the excursion before going to bed after the feast.
Gecktar Thursday February 5th, 2004 3:44:31 PM
Gecktar will enjoy the feast. All what happens lighten his heart. These are signs from Domi to keep the way.
Flat-top Thursday February 5th, 2004 6:52:15 PM
After the fine meal Flat-top goes to the unitaurs, "May I have this dance Please?" Flat top pick up Melanen putting her on his back, Now you hold on to my maine, really tight." then He takes the hand of Domisha, steping this way and that way, then a few turns (like a slow waltz. untill the little ones got tired and ready for sleep. Flat-top approches Kanchana (after the dance with Vasch, ofcourse)"Come! dance with me, let's trample a rug."
Kanchana ( to Flat-top) Thursday February 5th, 2004 7:34:48 PM
Kanchana will never pass up a chance to dance with Flat-top. He is a good dancer!
Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Thursday February 5th, 2004 9:42:25 PM
That night everyone sleeps a little bit better as Domi has given them a slight sign. They can only hope that he can continue to smile upon them as forces work against them.
The following morning Kanchana and Vasch leave the keep to see if they can find any signs of a quarry around the keep (search 12).
The rest of The Chosen spend the day making repairs as needed around the keep with the timber that was supplied to them. Most of the day is spent cutting down timber to the sizes needed.
Michael and Lonia serve some food and drink outside, making alittle picknick out of it. Veria, Trinl and Upthel make themselves useful by carrying loads of wood around and getting rid of rotten pieces.
Taric Friday February 6th, 2004 3:32:33 AM
Taric helps in cutting down the lumber. He feels not at his best though, since he feels more in his element using his brains, but since the situation asks for it, keeps his spirits high, especially after the great feast, and keeps on chopping away.
Brahmah Friday February 6th, 2004 5:19:15 AM
Brahmah calls the Chosen to the Heart Chamber.
"We have business. Loot." (OOC: Okay friends, it took awhile, but this is the final stuff. I suggest that when the battle axe in the group fund is ID'd, we sell it and split the loot.)
Kanchana- 148gp 4sp voucher, CLW Wand (2nd level and 44 charges), CLW Wand (2nd level and 50 charges), Bracers of Armor +1, 30 masterwork bolts, healer's kit
Group items- 24 potions(all have been ID'd), arrows (6 magic unidentified), magic battleaxe (unindentified), Strand of Prayer Beads (bless), 4 spell component pouches, 25 days rations
Kanchana (note about Loot) Friday February 6th, 2004 8:27:25 AM
Brahmah (Jay) you forgot to add 1 spell component pouch for Kanchana, otherwise it looks correct according to my notes. ;)
Kenisha Friday February 6th, 2004 9:13:00 AM
Flat-top finds that he has to dance quite awhile with the little ones before they start to tire. Kenisha takes pity on him and leads Domisha off to bed.
At the meeting, Kenisha takes her voucher (for 148gp, 4sp) with a nod of thanks to Brahmah.
While the others are removing the old rodden wood and replacing them with the new timbers, Kenisha will keep the children at a safe distance away.
Flat-top Friday February 6th, 2004 9:27:33 AM
"Captain Brahmah, You did a fine job of barter. If by any chance, we need funds for the Keep or for the children on this Island. All of my funds are available." Flat-top turns to Toros, "will you help me with the barrels of wine?"
Toros(Ceil) Friday February 6th, 2004 9:48:59 AM
Toros after puting away his share of the Loot, he thanks Captain Brahmah of the excelant job well done. The Weimic follows Flat-top down to the forge, there in the back is where the wine cellar is, there in frount of them are the three barrels of wine. As Flat-top tips one of the barrels to roll them into the wine cellar, The weimic eyes open wide and start to studder "OH! loook thhhe mmmaarkkk of Tomi, Where! Who! How! When! What do you mean NO Question Ask?" But he rolls the barrels into the wine cellar and helps put them on wood horses.
Vasch d20+7=24 Friday February 6th, 2004 11:14:00 AM
The next morning Vasch thanks Brahmah for the voucher and continues to prepare to search for the quarry.
"Morning." He says to Kanchana. "Ready to go?"
(Search DC24 to spot the quarry.)
Gecktar Friday February 6th, 2004 12:09:56 PM
Gecktar take is voutcher. "I thank you Brahmah for the good barter. But as I told you I will put this money for the keep. I will just search (or buy) a small chest and put it in the temple where we can group all contributions. If you need a treasurer to keep track of what we win an expend I can do it.... And keep hoping that we manage to revert the situation. I think that Domi is still with us and we will win at last..."
(OOC : DM Jim is there a small chest we may use as a pool, else do I need to go to the Catacombs ?)
Kanchana d20+3=10 Friday February 6th, 2004 1:14:52 PM
Kanchana thanks Brahmah for the voucher. SHe puts the voucher and the new items she has gotten into her haversack in the tent.
The next morning she will pack light, and take a few provisions for lunch. Kanchana meets Vasch in the dining area and has a light breakfast before setting out. "Good morning Vasch. I am as ready to go as I can be."
Kanchana enjoys being out under the open sky looking for the quarry. She is so preoccupied with enjoying 'the Wilderness' that she forgets to look for the quarry!
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