The Trash Level (DM MikeK) Friday December 17th, 2004 8:04:09 AM
Feeling the need to be out and about, The Crimson Shields quickly don their 'trash clothes', and head on down to the lowest level of the Big Float.
The Trash Level remains unchanged, its dark - only a few far spaced Everburning torches pierce the gloom -, its dank, its smelly, and the people either shuffle or skitter from place to place.
After a bit of discussion, the Shields split up (yes?no?). Wynn, Xenia, Angus, and Tionel head down one street, while Florin, Lang, and Syr take another.
It being mid-afternoon, plenty of Trash Level denizens are out and about, selling meager wares from small shops, bartering for meager wares from small shops, or just sitting out and contemplating their lot in life.
Angus Friday December 17th, 2004 8:26:05 AM
Angus complains to his search group "How long are we going to stay down here. I have not seen anything yet. I certainly do not want to stay down here long enough to have to take food and drink."
Angus takes out his wine flask and takes a drink, before passing it around. "This should take the taste out of our mouths for a little while."
Xenia d20+1=14 d20+7=25 Friday December 17th, 2004 3:41:19 PM
"Hi, you look like a guy who might be interested in earning a couple of easy silver." Xenia stands with one hand on a cocked hip standing over one of the cleaner more diligent looking of the just-sitting-around guys. "Maybe a two day job, and all you do is follow us and look for flowers."
Xenia holds up a gloved hand and two silver coins appear, one braced between her second and third fingers and the other between her third and fourth. (Sleight of Hand 25)
"The flowers are poisonous. But we ain't gonna be touching them. Just looking to see they're all gone. We walk the streets. If there's a side street, you tell us what's down it. Maybe you run down to the end and back tell us what you see. If you actually come up with some of these white flowers, you get another silver."
With a quick flip of her wrist the dark rogue catches the two coins in mid air. When she opens her fist, they're gone.
"Deal?" she asks.
(CHA Roll 14)
Wynn Brightsong d20+8=18 d20+4=21 Friday December 17th, 2004 5:45:48 PM
While Xenia attempts to entice a couple of the locals with silver, Wynn approaches one of the local street vendors and purchases whatever goes for a small snack on the trash level.
"I'd like one of those if you please" the bard points to the item he is interested in "How much are they?" [Diplomacy=18]
After he has paid Wynn purposely keeps a gold coin in his hand. "I am also interested in information you might have. I have been sent in search of white flowers that have apparently naturalized here in the trash level, do you know where I might locate some? I would be willing to pay for your assistance." [Gather Information=21]
Florin Jadenth d20+2=19 Friday December 17th, 2004 5:46:46 PM
Florin splits off with Syr and Lang if the group doesn't complain about splitting up and keeps an eye out as he walks along with his two fellow shields, "Figured we were finally done with this place you know? of course it's not as bad down here as I thought. I mean it could be alot worse."
Florin glances over to Syr and smiles to the man, "I'm with you, I want to get out into that forest and start looking around, let alone investigate into that town that was eaten up by the bugs. I think Jella is in good hands since the temple, Mort and my sister will watchout for her in my adsence. My parents will atleast make sure she is safe from people like the Anvil Hearts so everything should be okay." Florin sighs thinking of little Jella and smiles, knowing that gift day is coming up and he will need to get something for Jella, Mort and the group.
Thinks Florin glances to Lang, he being newest to the group and Florin not knowing him as well, "Hey Lang, you looking forward to seeing the forest with us? I bet you will be alot of help out there. Just seems like your type of place."
(Spot:19)
Syr Friday December 17th, 2004 8:40:50 PM
Syr raises an eyebrow when the group splits up but doesn't say anything. Shrugging he trails the paladin.
Sighing as he thinks of their visit to Florin's parents, "Not offense meant but I'm not a big fan of your parents. Just a bit too... inhospitable for me. You are the one that knows best for Jella however."
As he walks along with his two partners, "Hey, Flo! How did you come by that huge horse anyway?"
Lang & Sunshine d20+6=14 d20+6=11 d20+5=18 Friday December 17th, 2004 10:57:22 PM
Lang adjusts his gear, checking on his short swords strapped at his side and his quiver on his back. It feels good to have his weapons close after that last encounter at the Giggling Ghost.
He listens as the group decides to split in two and search. Eyeing Florin and Syr, Lang doesn't think too many people will bother them. Looking at the other group, he hopes that they do not draw any unwanted attention.
With his Quarterstaff in his hand, Lang and Sunshine quietly fall in behind Florin and Syr as they start to search down one of the streets on the Trash Level.
Lang lets Syr and Florin do most of the searching for the flowers. He tries to keep an eye and ear on the locals as they perform their search (spot 14 & listen 11).
"Yes Florin, Sunshine and I cannot wait to get out of the city and into a more natural setting. Although, giant bugs and attacking vines are not something I am used to seeing in the forests I grew up in. The Crying Woods seems to hold many surprises and secrets. Hopefully my abilities will be useful if we are able to get out there and search around."
Spot flowers 18 (-5 distracted and +4 favorite enemy).
Searching for Mr. Goodbar (DM MikeK) Saturday December 18th, 2004 9:10:18 AM
Xenia finds a couple very willing accomplices, who happily go scouting down alleys for her little quartet. She finds she does have to hire two of them, though, as no single person is willing to explore the dark alleys of the Trash Level all by himself. In fact, they push for at least three.
Wynn's approach of asking the local foodsellers also works well. The lady smiles a dirty smile, and replies "The white ones that burned like all get out? Couple patches down thataway. But they all dead now. Came out the other morning and there ain't nothin but green goop. Made the skeeters all ticked off, but they flew off after a bit, too."
Xenia's little helpers also find 'green goop' and not much else.
Everywhere the separate groups go, it appears the efforts of the Circle of The Alder have borne fruit (so to speak).
Xenia d20+5=17 Sunday December 19th, 2004 9:39:48 AM
Drips and drops of conversation from the past two days start fitting together, little bits about this other group Xenia saw only briefly two nights before. Green in their eyes. Disease. Crying Woods. Plants invading the brain.
"Hey, guys," she says to her three hirelings, "I don't think you want to be touching that green stuff. In fact, I think you want to be telling your friends not to touch it too. Nothing solid until we check it out, but until we have these smart guy druids up on Gold look at it, best not to touch."
"I think I'm gonna need to get some of that goo, but before I do my name's Xenia, er, Alexandria Next. This is Angus Deminof, Tionel Galanodel, and Wynn Brightsong." She introduces Wynn with a smile that says he's someone special to her. Unless these guys are getting any ideas, that is. "We have a place up on Fence," and she gives them their address on Rogue's Alley. "You see anything weird going around, you come tell us, 'k?"
"Now, what are your names? Might have more work for you in the future," she adds with a wink.
Xenia pulls her copper brows together in thought when the guys lead them to a mess of goo. "I'm gonna get a bit of this to take up to the druids," she announces. She draws an empty vial from her haversack. (on Character Sheet. Used to contain CLW.) Collecting dirt and bits of garbage, the rogue builds a small mound and sticks the vial into it standing upright. Then she searches for a stick. About three feet ought to do it. Yeah. Three feet. She hopes. Getting a bit of goo on the end, Xenia begins to collect the stuff in the vial. (DEX check 17) It's like working with traps. Only knowing it's real life is kinda spooky.
When she's finished, she gingerly stoppers the vial. And, without touching it, collects the dirt, garbage and all into a sack. Note to self: Get another sack. On the verge of stowing the sack in her haversack, the girl rogue abruptly changes her mind. *yuck* Instead, she cuts a bit of rope, and selecting another stick, ties the sack to the end, holding it out and away from her as they conduct the rest of the search.
Angus d20+8=27 Sunday December 19th, 2004 9:51:14 AM
Angus will let Xenia's hirlings do the dirty work as he does not want to get his new cloak dirty, but will not part with it even in these filthy circumstances. "Good Job Xenia and Wynn."
Angus is inspired by the work everyone is doing around him and attempts to lift the spirits and their work efforts further with song (perform:Flute 27).
Wynn Brightsong Sunday December 19th, 2004 11:44:55 AM
Wynn listens to the vendor woman's story about the plants and is relieved to hear that that the magic of the bowl has worked. "Thanks luv" he presses the gold piece into her hand and joins Angus in watching Xenia collect the denatured remains of the plant.
"Delicate work, that" he winks conspiratorially at Angus. "Requires a very steady hand...nerves of steel...one little mistake and it could spell our doom...a sudden gust of wind...or the bite of a fly..." Wynn continues his endless stream of warnings until the rogue is finished her work, or until she reacts to the teasing.
Xenia (2nd Illegal Post) Sunday December 19th, 2004 12:27:05 PM Ok. Concentration. Concentration. Don't let the peanuts in the gallery throw you off ...
When she's through, Xenia slugs Wynn on the shoulder a bit and gives him an angry pout. "Hey, how 'bout we get some of this disease stuff on you, huh?" she whispers so the hired guys can't hear. "hehehe. Gonna eat your brain and make your eyes green."
She picks up the stick with the goop on one end, and makes kinda sorta to threaten with it.
But, it's not a real good thing to play around with, and so she stops that real quick. Putting the stick carefully back with the end in the goo, she just turns and sticks her tongue out at Wynn. beah.
"You're mean. I don't know why I like you so much. Yup. Mystery to me," she says, walking off with a little wiggle to her bottom, her sample secured in it's sack.
Florin Jadenth Sunday December 19th, 2004 6:27:42 PM
Florin smiles at Lang's comments and nods as he finds one of the piles of green goop (Guessing that our group found some also.), "Yeah, the vines were abit nasty, ones the grapple and bash you and the ones that suck blood."
Florin looks to Syr and thinks back on his dream about Ajax and smiles, "I had a dream about Ajax where he was granted to me by some man that I have never seen before. He said Ajax was the name of a old hero and that I should stay true to myself moreless." Florin smiles and shrugs, "Ajax is the best friend I have had other then all of you guys. I think that he will be of alot of help in the future too and he likes Jella."
Lang & Sunshine Sunday December 19th, 2004 6:57:06 PM
Lang keeps Sunshine close to his side. He doesn't want Sunshine to accidentally come in contact with any of the green goop that appears to be all that is left of the flowers they are looking for.
"Well, do we collect any of this stuff to bring back to the Druids?" Langs says motioning to the green goop.
Syr Monday December 20th, 2004 12:35:14 AM
Taking the time to inspect the green goop without touching it he flinches away. "Bethcha didn't think you joined up for this, eh Lang? So far so good, only half a day more of this exciting job and we can move on to a much more exciting place!" He grimaces in sarcasm after stating the last.
Angus (Second Illegal Post) Monday December 20th, 2004 1:18:27 PM
Angus watches Xenia and Wynn's interplay during his flute playing and changes the tune to one of dark overtures and doom when Xenia brandishes the goop covered stick and then to a light and airy "Can-Can" as she shakes her backside.
A Cry from the Wilderness (DM MikeK) d20+1=3 Monday December 20th, 2004 9:03:25 PM
Xenia's two helpers, Barkal and Federol, are more than happy to stay away from the goo. They promise to bring her word of any goings on.
The rogue, with helpful inspiration from Angus and not-so-helpful back seat driving from Wynn, manages to scoop up a sample of the goop without actually touching the stuff.
As evening approaches, the two groups meet up and compare notes. Just when it looks like everything is working out just fine, Federol comes pelting up the street.
"Help! Help!" The boy is nearly beside himself in panic as he screeches to a halt in front of Xenia. "They got Barkal! They're going nuts! Help him!"
Federal makes to grab the rogue by the arm (a move she can easily avoid).
"C'mon!" he yells, taking two steps back the way he came before realizing he doesn't have Xenia. Eyes wide and pleading he looks back to the group, wondering why they haven't come with him yet.
Xenia Monday December 20th, 2004 9:42:10 PM
Wary of the grabbing stuff, Xenia fades instinctively as Federal reaches for her. She looks to the others first in a moment of silence.
"I gotta go," she says. And the dark rogue lights out after the boy.
Calm this down. Slow it. "Who's they?" she asks as they move through the streets. "Tell me who they are, how many, and why they'd be after Barkal?"
Wynn Brightsong Monday December 20th, 2004 10:07:35 PM
Wynn chuckles at Xenia's raspberry and watches with an admiring eye as she sashays away. When Federol appears in a panic the bard is quick to follow Xenia and the boy down the street. "Come on then!" Wynn calls over his shoulder to Angus and Tionel, "we need you two." If Wynn spots any of the other Shields he will call for their support.
Lang & Sunshine d20+6=10 Monday December 20th, 2004 10:16:26 PM
Ahh, some action finally.
"Come on Sunshine. Let's not let her get away from us. Could be a trap"
Lang and Sunshine move off after Xenia and the boy, keeping an eye on the surroundings (spot 10).
Tionel Tuesday December 21st, 2004 2:01:38 AM
Having not really much clue what's about, Tionel nods to Angus' question. He'd been about to suggest going into the sewers themselves...but this is a much better option, he thinks... Then suddenly it happens. Involuntarily, thinking of the need for speed, he finds himself falling forward, his hands changing before his startled elongating eyes, his body sprouting fur all over and clothing fading into his body...The next second, he's a lanky, large cat, whitish-gold with dark spots all over him. Even with his animal features puzzlement is apparent. He looks as though this sorta thing is really new to him...and really, not something he expected to happen. He looks at the others with dark feline eyes and shrugs his head. Then he takes off after the others, loping easily, surprised at his new speed.
Angus Tuesday December 21st, 2004 9:34:06 AM
Angus gives a sigh and trots after the group and thinks to himself 'More physical exertion! Oh Well, My bath will have to wait'.
Angus calls out to Xenia. "Wait up Xenia! Slow down your friend and get so more information! We do not need to stumble into another trap."
Florin Jadenth d20+3=8 Tuesday December 21st, 2004 1:46:44 PM
Florin shakes his head as he sees everyone making haste to cetch the boy and feeling that this situation is something not very good and sounding alot familiar he calls out to his horse Ajax, "Come Ajax, I need your speed since your faster then me." (Ride check:8 to get into the saddle and ride after his friends.)
Florin will waiting also calls to his friends a quick warning, "Beware everone, remember the Giggling Ghost."
Xenia - OoC Tuesday December 21st, 2004 1:49:26 PM
BTW, Seal Against Surprise Attack active for the duration of this module. Would you like me to list that in my posts?
Welcoming Committee (DM MikeK) Tuesday December 21st, 2004 8:45:50 PM
The Crimson Shields tear out after the panic stricken Federol.
He turns a couple corners, cuts down an alley, and emerges into a side street, where he skids to a halt and points a trembling finger.
The group finds themselves looking down a dead end lane. Several bodies lie in the street, apparently bludgeoned to death. Their battered and broken faces appear to cry out in horror at their fate. A ways down the 30' wide street, a group of figures surrounds something lying in the middle of the road. The shrill screams of the victim are barely heard over the incoherent roaring of the attackers.
One of the attackers turns, spots the group, and with a snarl, launches himself toward the party. The rest, just over a dozen men, quickly follow.
They appear to be regular, human males. Yep, regular, homicidal, unarmed, human males. They are 30' from the party, and closing en masse. The street is 30' wide, several hundred feet long, and clear of debris.
Federol gets behind the party, and hesitates, unsure whether to see what happens to his employer, or just run.
[I need Spot checks from everyone.]
Wynn Brightsong d20+6=26 d20+3=4 Tuesday December 21st, 2004 9:43:11 PM
Wynn skids to a halt directly behind Xenia and surveys the destruction before him [Spot=26; nat 20]. His mind races to take in the scene and he immediately remembers the carnage in the Giggling Ghost. "Could these men be afflicted by the same disease as Fiddle and the others?"he thinks to himself.
The bard takes a defensive posture and will slash out at any of the men that press their attack. [Fighting defensively; Effective AC=21, Hit AC=4].
"Do we take them here, or in the alleyway?" he asks Xenia. Wynn will follow Xenia's lead.
Xenia (AC23 - HP 28/28) d20+15=30 d20+7=16 d6=3 Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 1:33:53 AM
Xenia surveys the scene. Kinda what she expected. Kinda what she had been afraid of. (Spot 30) Her eyes narrow. This is serious stuff.
"Take 'em out in the open. Alley way is too restricted." she answers Wynn, "they're unarmed. We have the power advantage. We want to bring it to bear. We also need mobility if we want to keep them at bay."
"I say we form ranks, shoulder to shoulder, form a line at five feet intervals across the width of the street." She draws her short sword. "Angus, keep to the back of the line and magic them from back there. Florin and Syr in the center. If they can't break through, they can't flank or overwhelm us."
"Watch out for pools of that goo." She gives a last bit of warning, then advances up the left wall to strike at the nearest rabid maniac. (Hit AC18, Damage 3)
Note Fighting Defensively +3 to AC/+2 plus 1 from five ranks in Tumbling.
Angus Mage Armor AC 14 d20+3=16 Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 9:26:57 AM
Angus skidds to a halt at the back of the group and says under his breath "Again, we ran into an ambush."
Angus stays to the back and casts mage armor on himself and watches to see how the group attempts to deal with the rabble. Angus will also see if he can discern any plant sickness in the attackers (spot 16). Angus will also check behind the group to make sure they do not get surrounded again. Angus calls out a warning "Be careful, in case they are diseased. Lets catch at least one for questioning."
Florin Jadenth Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 12:46:04 PM
Florin frowns on the back of Ajax as he watches the scene infront of him and looks to the others as he listens to comments made, "We should only inflict bodily harm, serious harm if left with no choice what so ever. We do not know if these people are attacking do to a disease or spell or something so no harming inless you have to."
Florin slides from Ajax's saddle and motions Ajax back, "Stay by Angus and protect him if needed Ajax, aim your hooves for the arms and such, not the head or chest."
Florin pulls his glaive from his backpack and looks it over as he falls into full defense, "I'll have to use the shaft of this weapon to defend myself, like a staff."
DM MikeK Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 8:52:20 PM
Will wait for a couple more...
Lang (AC 20; HP 46/46) & Sunshine (AC 16; HP 15/15) d20+6=10 d20+7=22 d6+3=8 d20+7=24 d6+3=6 Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 10:46:22 PM
Lang positions Sunshine behind him and says "Defend".
Lang pulls out his shortswords and eyes the group of 12 or 15 unarmed and unarmored men coming towards them (spot 10). This is not good if these guys have no hesitation attacking.
Let's see if we can do this without killing too many of them.
Using the flat of his blades, Lang swings at the nearest opponent (AC 20 for 8 pts). If this guy falls, Lang will swing at another opponent. If not, he will swing again at the same guy (AC 22 for 6 pts).
OOC: Attack for non-lethal damage. Attacks should have been at +5 not +7 (+9 normal and -4 for non-lethal).
Tionel Thursday December 23rd, 2004 6:58:26 AM
The cheetah/Tionel has a sudden inspiration and before he can think about it finds himself abruptly changing once more! He shrinks to half size and finds himself a dark black color, with a brilliant white streak down his main body continuing throughout his long bushy tail. Perhaps what is most noticeable, to those who get too close, is the unmistakable smell that will peel away through any madness (or so Tionel hopes). Before this group can get too gruesome, he moves forward and, making sure not to get Xenia or the others in it, ejects a spray of gruesome smell that can send even a grown man crying and helpless. (I'm not sure about the rules about skunk smell...but I'm sure it's like a stinking cloud or something ;). I'll give it a try)
Trash Road combat - rd 1 (DM MikeK) d20+2=7 d20+2=5 d20+2=22 d20+2=7 d20+2=11 d20+4=11 d20+7=23 d20+7=24 d20+7=20 d20+7=19 d20+7=9 d20+7=24 d8+3=9 d8+3=7 d8+3=6 d8+3=8 d8+3=9 Thursday December 23rd, 2004 9:26:18 AM
The Crimson Shields quickly fall into a line, and prepare for the onrushing horde of humanity. Xenia, Wynn, and Angus -- Highlight to display spoiler: { All of the men have light green skin, and the "whites" of their eyes are dark green.}
As the company forms, a skunk ambles out in front of Xenia, turns its business end toward the attackers, and cuts loose. Four of the opponents involuntarily stop, eyes watering, and gagging reflexively. But, just as quickly, they resume their attack. [5, 6, 9, 14 are sickened]
Sunshine takes position behind Lang.
Angus looks behind him, and sees nothing but empty street. Turning back to the front, however, the sorcerer finds a large warhorse has planted itself between him and everybody else.
The men close on the party. Wynn slashes at #5, but misses. #6 races to Xenia, stomping over the skunk (Tionel) in the process. Tionel -- 6 is attempting to overrun you. You may avoid, by sharing a square with Wynn or Xenia, or you may attempt to block. If you block -- Highlight to display spoiler: { You have (take 10)-4(size)+1dex = 7 for your overrun check. He rolls 9, blasting you back under Xenia's feet. } Xenia hits #6. The man seems to ignore the blow. Lang pops #3. Like Xenia's opponent, he doesn't acknowledge the hit.
Syr, Florin, and Sunshine get AoO.
All men are AC 15.
#1 slams Florin with his arm. These guys are a lot stronger than they should be. [hit ac 23 for 9 hp damage]
#2 strikes at Syr [hit ac 24 for 7 hp damage]
#3 strikes at Lang. [hit ac 20 for 6 hp damage]
#4 strikes at Lang. [hit ac 19 for 8 hp damage]
#5 strikes at Wynn [hit ac 7]
#6 strikes at Xenia. [hit ac 22 for 9 hp damage]
Xenia (AC26 - HP 28/28) Thursday December 23rd, 2004 9:51:08 AM "Only inflict bodily harm!!!" Xenia shouts over the melee. "Did you see the guys with their heads bashed in back there?! I say hit 'em with everything you got! That or we're dead!"
"These aren't normal guys! They're green. Lookit they're eyes!. Angus, hit 'em with something magic."
The rogue crouches as a greenie aims a punch at her and just barely manages to turn the blow aside with her blade.
"Federol," she cries out to the kid. "You see Barkal out there? He ok? Is he moving?"
Determined to hold them here, the dark rogue buckles down and concentrates on defense. At the same time she reaches behind her and pulls a flask from her haversack.
Notes Total Defense +6 to AC (Extra 2 from 5 ranks in Tumble) Flask of Alchemist Fire in hand - Move Action
[[ OoC: Do we get AoO for unarmed attacks against us? BTW, good call on the fighting defensively, Bob. And thanks, Mister Skunk. Probs, would have had me if he hadn't been sickened. ^_^ ]]
Wynn Brightsong [AC=19, (23 vs AoO Mobility); HP=35; Courage+1] d20+7=15 d8+3=9 Thursday December 23rd, 2004 11:34:19 AM
Wynn echoes Xenia's sentiments and calls out to the group, "Be careful, they are diseased like those at the Giggling Ghost who destroyed themselves!' Wynn slashes with his longsword at the deranged man immediately before him [Hit AC=15 for 9 dmg], and prepares to dodge any blows the man may return [effective AC=20].
Sensing the worry in his own heart and remembering the carnage in the Giggling Ghost, the bard struggles through dry lips to enbolden his friends through song.
For battle prepared in the people's just cause, Their loss to avenge and support all their laws; As fierce as the tyger, as swift as the roe, The Crimson Shields rush on their foe.
Though rebels unnumber'd oppose their career, Their hearts are undaunted, they're strangers to fear; No obstacles hinder, relentless they go, And death and destruction attend every blow.
[Bardic Music to inspire courage, all allies get +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls and saves vs. charms and fear]
Angus Mage Armor AC 14 d4+1=4 d4+1=5 d4+1=2 d4+3=7 Thursday December 23rd, 2004 11:51:42 AM
Angus spots the greenish tint to the humans and calls out "Fun and games over. Pour it on!"
Angus lets three magic missles fly at the green maniac attacking Xenia (11 additional damage). Angus watches for the effect the missles have on the human and also keeps track of the surroundings (spot 7), but is distracted by the rush of humanity.
Angus calls to Federol "Stay behind me!"
Lang: AC 20 HP 40/46 and Sunshine: AC 16 HP 15/15 d20+9=14 d20+9=25 d6+3=6 d20+3=16 d6+3=4 Thursday December 23rd, 2004 1:38:19 PM
Lang is momentarily shocked by the blow from the human and he thinks to himself, This is the first time I have been hit since meeting my new friends, and it will be the last thing this human ever does. "You die for touching me you green skined gutter trash!"
Lang twists his short sword blades in his hands; no the points are out front. No more hitting with the flat of the blade. Lang tares of some of the humans cloths with his first stab (AC 14 not including a +4 if the human is a plant: favorite enemy). Lang's left hand sword stabs deep into the human (AC 25, for 6 damage).
Sunshine dashes forward barking and flashing teeth as he bites at the humans legs (AC 16 for 4 damage).
"Good boy!" Lang yells as Sunshine bites down, but he is worried about his friend as these humans may be contagious.......
Jim for Angus and Lang/Sunshine Thursday December 23rd, 2004 1:39:59 PM
OOC: Did not take the Bardic singing into effect if it effects everyone this round.
Florin Jadenth-AC:18-HP:52/43 d20+9=22 d10+6=7 d20+9=24 d10+6=12 Thursday December 23rd, 2004 6:13:23 PM
When Florin sees the man is still coming in at him even knows Florin is well armored and armed he sighs and quickly stabs at the man. (Can hit AC:22 Damage:7)
Florin frowns when the blow slams into him from the man and he looks at the man from the slits of his helmet as he hears his friends call out and Florin realizes the chances of not killing he is probably slim.
Florin calls out as he quickly stabs his glaive forward to hit the man attacking him, "So much for thinking we could end this without a real bad fight." (Can hit AC:24 Damage:12)
(MikeK: The first attack and damage was for the AoA Florin got, the second is his real attack.)
Tionel (Stats on skunk I dunno?, AC 16 in human form) Friday December 24th, 2004 1:11:35 PM
The skunk tries to keep out of the way of the many feet that are clattering out of it, barely avoiding a clomping boot stepping on his brilliant tale. When finally there is no more stepping around him for a brief second, he will let loose another venomous cloud if he can get six or more people again... if he can't, then he spends this entire round changing back into Tionel-form with great effort.
Syr (AC 18 HP 48/55) d20+8=10 d20+8=10 d20+8=22 d8+6=11 Monday December 27th, 2004 4:24:45 AM
Seeing the crazed man coming towards him, he strikes to subdue the man and misses once when he steps close and then immediately thereafter. However, his last blow lands squarely on the jaw of number 2 (attack 10,10,22 damage 11).
Trash Road combat - rd2 (DM MikeK) d20+7=9 d20+7=8 d20+7=26 d20+7=27 d20+7=15 d20+7=18 d20+7=8 d20+7=20 d8+4=6 d8+4=9 d8+4=7 Monday December 27th, 2004 10:50:06 AM
The Shields realize their attackers are more than mere ruffians, and the battle is joined in earnest.
Xenia weaves and dodges to avoid being hit. Federol's voice answers her from somewhere behind Angus. "I don't see him!"
Wynn belts out a song of courage as he cuts into #5. At least the man bleeds, but he's still coming.
Angus' magic bolts slam into #6. He screeches with pain, and resumes his attack.
Lang stabs #3. Sunshine bites into #4 eliciting a yelp of pain.
Florin's glaive impales #1 through the shoulder. Grimacing in agony, the fellow continues to attack.
Tionel looks around, but there just ain't no safe place for a skunk. He drops behind Xenia and resumes his human form.
Syr lays into #2. Like everyone else, the monk does enough damage to drop a normal man, but not enough to stop his opponent.
The men continue to attack. Those in the back mill around, looking for a place to join in. On the right side of the heroes' line, Lang finds himself hard pressed. The ranger avoids the blows, although his companion is not as fortunate.
#3 attacks Lang [hit ac 9} #15 attacks Lang [hit ac 8]
#4 attacks Sunshine [hit ac 26 for 6 hp damage]
In the center, the warriors are hard pressed. #2 attacks Syr [nat 20 crit threat, ac 15 - no crit - for 9 hp damage]
#1 attacks Florin [hit ac 18 for 7 hp damage]
On the left, the skunk has had an effect, as the men are not striking well. #5 attacks Wynn [hit ac 6]
#6 attacks Xenia [hit ac 18]
[Men are ac 15. They are not plants. No Favored enemy bonus for Lang.]
Angus mage Armor AC 14, HP 15 d20+3=18 d4+1=5 d4+1=3 d4+1=2 Monday December 27th, 2004 11:19:07 AM
Angus thinks to himself, two to one odds is not good, we should take them, but will take our lumps.
Angus scans the area (spot 18), looking for surprises, and does notice that everyone is at least holding their own. The yelp of pain catches Angus's ear and he sends three magic missles into the human that struck sunshine (10 damage, 13 if the bardic knowledge helps).
Lang AC 20 HP 40/46 and Sunshine AC 16 HP 9/16 d20+10=16 d20+10=14 d6+4=5 d20+3=9 Monday December 27th, 2004 11:36:07 AM
Lang twists and turns as he avoids blows from his two opponents and his horrified to see Sunshine get smashed as he yells "No!"
Lang redoubles his efforts to kill human #3. This time it is Lang's left sword that just cuts clothing and not the scum in front of him (AC 14), but the right cuts deep (AC 16 for 5 damage). "Die scum!" Lang yells as he deftly ducks a wild swing. "And you!" Lang points to human scum #4 briefly with his sword. "Touch my dog again and I will cut your hands off!"
Sunshine shrinks away from his attacker and then lunges for his throat (AC 9), but the memory of the smash makes his attack tentative.
OOC: I only took the bardic song assistance for Lang as I did not know if it will also help Sunshine, not that it would have made a difference this round anyway.
Xenia (AC23 - HP 28/28) d20+4=22 d6=3 Monday December 27th, 2004 11:52:08 AM
"Ti'nel! Angus!" Xenia calls, "You got anything to tie these guys up for a while?"
Shortsword weaving in a net of complex parries, the dark rogue lofts the alchemist's fire over the heads of the front row of attackers, aiming at a green guy in their center. Foosh! It goes up, splashing fire all around. Still not as good as she thought it was going to be. She dips into her haversack again, and removes a flask of oil.
"How we doing over there!" Xenia calls over to the other end of the line.
Rolls Throw Splash Weapon Hit #9 AC22 Fire Damage 3 Splash Damage 8,1,13,5,14,6 Take 1hp Fire Damage
Notes Fighting Defensively -4 to Hit +3 to AC Flask of Oil in hand, Move Action #9 still burning Next Round unless Extinguishes.
Xenia Addendum Monday December 27th, 2004 11:55:00 AM
Right, Bardsong. That should be:
Rolls Throw Splash Weapon Hit #9 AC23 Fire Damage 4 Splash Damage 8,1,13,5,14,6 Take 2hp Fire Damage
Also Dodge vs #6 bringing AC to 24 vs #6.
OoC: BTW, what's the Touch AC for these guys?
Syr d20+8=15 d20+8=10 d8+6=10 Monday December 27th, 2004 12:20:40 PM
"I'm giving as good as I'm getting. I think this one is almost done. Who needs over there?" (attack 15,10, damage 10 more to #2) As the monk lands a kick to the midsection of his opponent, "I wasn't there last time but these guys aren't gonna explode are they?"
Wynn Brightsong [AC=19, (23 vs AoO Mobility); HP=35; Courage+1] d20+8=25 d8+4=7 Monday December 27th, 2004 4:28:08 PM
Wynn neatly sidesteps the clumsy swing of the enraged human attacking him and slices across the man's exposed side, the blade of his sword making a quiet hissing sound as it parts the flesh. [Hit #5 AC=25 for 7 HP; Dodge vs #5 effective AC=20]
Through the general din of the battle he recognizes the voices of his companions and the yelp of a wounded dog. He continues his singing to bolster the spirits of his friends, fairly belting out the words of the new verses...
'Cross the deep-gullied vale, up the mountain's steep side, Through the rough foaming river's impetuous tide, O'er the fortified redoubt, close wedged in array, Regardless of safety they follow their prey.
The alarm of the drum and the giant's loud roar, The dragon's hot breath but inflames them the more. No dangers dismay, for they fear no control, But glory and hope inspires every soul.
Florin Jadenth-AC:18-HP:52/36 d20+9=11 Monday December 27th, 2004 7:21:27 PM
Florin winces as the blows fall on him again and he shakes his head as he presses his attack against the man, "Everyone keep a eye on your wounds. We don't want no one dropping." Florin frowns as his attack misses his enemy and he looks back and calls to Ajax, "Ajax, get in and help Sunshine if you can. Stomp the man with all you got buddy."
Florin gives a quick glance and nod to Lang since the man should know how Florin feels when he says his next peace, "Watch over him Lang."
Tionel (AC 16, hp 44/44) d3=3 d20+5=17 d20+5=25 d20+5=8 d20+5=9 d6=3 d6=4 Tuesday December 28th, 2004 1:31:01 AM
"I'm afraid I don't know whether much will be useful here," Tionel mumbles as he begins pulling on some mistletoe and ginger root. "But these'll keep them busy!" He waves his hands and tosses as far as he can over the heads of the enemies...and poof! Three tiny clumps of dirt start to animate themselves and advance on the rear of the enemy. Each animated clump moves forward and attacks... (Let the gamemaster decide who they attack, I cast the spell as far forward as I could, ie, about 40 feet in front, tryingto get behind the enemy or in their ranks.) (E1 hits AC 17 for 7 damage (+1 if the enemy is touching the ground), E2 hits (not critical) for 8 damage (+1 if enemy is touching ground), E3 misses. Note; the elementals get +1 to attack and damage if the enemy is touching the ground as well.) (Each elemental has AC 17, hp 11.)
Trash Road combat - rd 3 (DM MikeK) d20+10=24 d6+4=5 d20+7=14 d20+7=12 d20+7=12 d20+7=12 d20+7=11 d20+7=10 d20+7=14 d20+7=13 d20+7=17 d20+7=20 d20+7=21 d8+4=10 d8+4=10 d8+4=5 Tuesday December 28th, 2004 11:02:06 AM
Angus doesn't see anything sneaking up on the group. He lets three MAGIC MISSILES fly at #4, getting a screech of pain from the man for his efforts. [Bardic inspire doesn't add to the spell]
Lang continues to fight #3, getting a good slice in. The ranger bellows a warning to #4, who ignores him.
Sunshine misses #4.
Xenia pastes #9 with a burning flask, and splashes several of his comrades. The man screeches in pain and agony, but makes no attempt whatsoever to extinguish the flames. [Touch AC 10]
Syr slams a foot into #2. He's still up.
Wynn's sword lashes into #5, while he continues his inspirational song.
Florin misses #1, concentrating more on Sunshine and Ajax that on the man in front of him. Ajax seems to get the gist of Florin's comment. The warhorse lets loose a challenging whinney, reaches Sunshine in two strides, and flings a hoof out at #4. It connects with a thump. [hit ac 24 for 5 hp damage] Sunshine, being a fairly intelligent puppy, backs up so the huge, armored equine doesn't stomp him.
Tionel calls out, and three small lumps of earth appear to attack the rear of the mob. E1 hits #13 E2 hits #12 E3 misses #11 [Everybody is touching the ground]
The men continue to attack.
#1 attacks Florin [atk ac 14]
#2 attacks Syr [atk ac 12]
#3 attacks Lang [atk ac 12] #15 attacks Lang [atk ac 11]
#4 attacks Ajax [atk ac 10]
#5 attacks Wynn [atk ac 14]
#6 attacks Xenia [atk ac 13]
#11 attacks E3 [hit ac 17 for 10 hp damage]
#12 attacks E2 [hit ac 20 for 10 hp damage]
#13 attacks E1 [hit ac 21 for 5 hp damage]
Angus Mage Armor AC 14 15 HP d4+1=4 d4+1=5 d4+1=2 d20+3=8 Tuesday December 28th, 2004 11:16:11 AM
Angus is please to see the elemental arrive. "Nice Job Tionel, the odds are improving!" Angus is feeling the strain of battle as a bead of sweat slides down his face. All of the shifting from one foot to the other is taking its toll.
Angus launches three magic missiles at the crude human fighting Xenia "Ladies first!" Angus exclaims as the missiles do 11 more damage.
Angus keeps his vigil on the group (spot 8), but is clearly distracted as Sunshine and Ajax change places. "Sunshine, come hear boy." Angus calls gently.
Spell Slots used:
0 Level 0 of 6 1 Level 4 of 8 2 level 0 of 5
Lang AC 20 HP 40/46 & Sunshine AC 16 HP 9/15 d20+10=21 d20+10=29 d20+10=20 d6+4=6 d6+4=7 d6+4=6 Tuesday December 28th, 2004 11:23:36 AM
While executing a parry and spin move, Lang yells to Florin and Ajax "Thanks Florin! Stomp him Ajax!"
Lang concentrates on human #3 with both attacks (AC 21 left hand and AC 29 right hand crit threat AC 20 for 6 dam. LH and 13 dam. RH). Lang looks the human in the eye as his sword enter his body and yells " Will you just die already, your friend is waiting!" Lang's bloodlust is up since Sunshine and to a lesser degee himself were struck.
Xenia (AC23 - HP 28/28) d20+4=24 d20+4=17 d6=3 d6=3 d6=3 Tuesday December 28th, 2004 11:47:08 AM
"We're doing ok here, Syr," Xenia shouts back. She has just enough time for a quick grin at Wynn by her side. His beautiful song tugs at the strings of her heart filling her with the will to win through this.
With the side of her hand, she tags a seal on the side of her leg.
"Dunno if this is gonna work, but maybe help coming your way." The party's weapons glow with holy light. (All party weapons are Holy for one round).
Then, in a defensive stance, she lofts a flask of oil at the burning Greenie striking him directly between the eyes.
"Sound off if you're getting in trouble," Xenia shouts down the line. "I got a trick that will maybe work."
Rolls Throw Splash Weapon Hit #9 AC24 (Crit Threat, AC17 Critical) 2nd round Damage Previous Alchemist's Fire 3 +1 Inspire Courage Oil Fire Damage 3 + 3 Crit +2 Inspire Courage Total Fire Damage this round 12hp
Splash Damage 8,1,13,5,14,6 Take 2hp Fire Damage Each
Active Effects Inspire Courage +1 to Hit and Damage +1 vs Fear
Notes Fighting Defensively -4 to Hit +3 to AC Activate Seal, Free Action -Seal of Holy Presence. * This seal makes all the weapons of the party Holy Weapons for a period of 1 round. Holy weapons bypass many evil creature's damage reduction Flask of Oil in hand, Move Action #9 still burning Next Round unless Extinguishes. Dodge vs #6 bringing AC to 24 vs #6.
Lang & Sunshine (Illegal second Post) Tuesday December 28th, 2004 12:51:07 PM
Not looking behind him as he fights, Lang calls out to his trusty four foot friend. "Stay behind me boy, let Ajax take that one."
Sunshine barks in return, showing as much teeth as possible.
Wynn Brightsong [AC=19, (23 vs AoO Mobility); HP=35; Courage+1] d20+8=19 d8+4=5 2d6(4+6)=10 Tuesday December 28th, 2004 4:18:54 PM
Wynn continues his attack on #5 [Hit AC=19 for 5 HP (15 HP if the man is evil). The bard can't help but wonder about the considerable fortitude exhibited by these crazed humans, and prepares to dodge #5 again if necessary[effective AC = 20]
Regardless of his concerns, Wynn continues with his song,
"Whenever the foe stands arranged in their sight, With ardour impatient they pant for the fight. Rout, havock, confusion - they spread through the field, And hope springs eternal behind the red shield."
Florin Jadenth-AC:18-HP:52/36 d20+9=24 d10+6=16 Tuesday December 28th, 2004 8:22:35 PM
Florin growls and presses his attack on the man who is still trying to beat him to death. He is happy though when this time his glaive finds a firm hit on the man and leaves a nasty wound.
(Can hit AC:24 Damage:16)
(OOC:MikeK, hope you don't mind taking care of Ajax's attacks.)
Syr (AC 18, hp 42/57?) d20+8=18 d20+8=11 d8+6=7 Wednesday December 29th, 2004 1:41:04 AM
Syr grunts in disbelief as his attacker is still standing. "What does it take to put these things down???" He misses half the time again as he lands a right hook to the jaw of his assailant (attack 18, 11 damage 7) Feeling good he wonders if it would help if he sang like Wynn but then quickly remembers his poorly tuned voice and fights on in silence.
Tionel (AC 16, hp 44/44) d20+5=12 d20+5=8 d20+5=12 Wednesday December 29th, 2004 2:10:39 AM
Tionel casts cure minor wound and will move forward to touch any man who falls to the ground beyond unconsciousness, but is still not dead. Because he hopes that these people can be brought back from their disease.
Meanwhile, his elementals beat up some more guys... (E1 hits AC 13, E2 hits AC 9, E3 hits AC 13, did d6+5 if they hit.)
Trash Road combat - rd4 (DM MikeK) d20+10=13 d20+10=18 d6+4=8 d20+5=7 d20+7=24 d20+7=12 d20+7=22 d20+7=8 d20+7=26 d20+7=14 d20+7=16 d20+7=15 d20+7=20 d20+7=24 d8+4=9 d8+4=11 d8+4=9 d8+4=5 d8+4=9 Wednesday December 29th, 2004 10:30:46 AM
Angus fires more missiles into #6. He's hurt badly now. But, he ain't down.
Lang rips into #3. He is also bleeding badly. He is also still fighting. The ranger cautions Sunshine, without need. The German Shepherd has no intention of getting underneath Ajax. He contents himself with barking ferociously at the attackers.
Xenia activates a seal, making everyone's weapons Holy. This has no effect on the men attacking them. She sends another burning vial into #9. He screams horribly. The burning oil splashes around his companions, eliciting similar shrieks of pain.
Wynn inflicts another wound on #5. He keeps coming. [Not evil]
Florin rips a gaping hole in #1. The man is barely upright, but continues to attack.
Ajax rears up and kicks out at #4. One hoof connects with a solid thump. [hit ac 13, 18 for 8 hp damage] The horse follows with a bite attempt that misses. [attack ac 7]
Syr keeps swinging, landing another solid blow on #2. He's still not down.
Tionel looks to heal an unconscious attacker, but there aren't any of them down yet. Additionally, the druid realizes he's going to have a heck of a time getting in there when/if one does go down. E1 misses #13 E2 misses #12 E3 misses #11 [Everybody is touching the ground]
The men continue to attack.
#1 attacks Florin [hit ac24 for 9 hp damage]
#2 attacks Syr [hit ac12]
#3 attacks Lang [hit ac 22 for 11 hp damage] #15 attacks Lang [hit ac8]
#4 attacks Ajax [hit ac26 for 9 hp damage]
#5 attacks Wynn [hit ac12]
#6 attacks Xenia [hit ac14]
#11 attacks E3 [hit ac15]
#12 attacks E2 [hit ac20 for 5 hp damage]. The elemental collapses into a pile of dirt.
#13 attacks E1 [hit ac24 for 9 hp damage]. The elemental collapses into a pile of dirt.
[With the exception of the disappearance of the two elementals, the map is the same as last round, so I'm not resending it]
Xenia (AC23 - HP 28/28) d20+11=27 d6=4 d6=3 Wednesday December 29th, 2004 11:16:33 AM
Two of Tionel's mud guys go down and all of the Greenies are still standing.
Not good.
Xenia tags another one of the Seals on her outer thigh. Awareness floods her body. She lofts another oil up and over at the same Green Guy. With her new clarity of insight it's easy to sink another flask on top of his head.
"Ti'nel! Can you help our guys hold the line?" she shouts to the druid somewhere behind her. "Give 'em healing maybe. Or extra protection?"
Another flask of oil slips into her hand. Good thing she bought ten of them.
Rolls Throw Splash Weapon Hit #9 AC 2nd round Damage Previous Flask of Oil Fire 4 +1 Inspire Courage Oil Fire Damage 3 +1 Inspire Courage Total Fire Damage this round 9hp
Splash Damage 8,1,13,5,14,6 Take 2hp Fire Damage Each
Active Effects Inspire Courage +1 to Hit and Damage +1 vs Fear Insight This round +6
Notes Fighting Defensively -4 to Hit +3 to AC Activate Seal, Free Action -Beautiful Dreamer Seal: Gain a +6 insight bonus on any one action, then get a +4 insight on your next action, and a +2 insight bonus on your very next action afterwards.
Flask of Oil in hand, Move Action #9 still burning Next Round unless Extinguishes. Dodge vs #6 bringing AC to 24 vs #6
Angus Mage Armor AC 14 HP 15 d4+1=3 d4+1=5 d4+1=5 Wednesday December 29th, 2004 11:49:23 AM
Angus is getting concerned that he may run out of spells before the battle is complete or worse his friends in front of him go down and let the nasties through.
Since Angus see that the green human attacking Xenia is hurt he will only pump two magic missiles into it and send one at a neighbor (If possible, if not all three slam into #6 for 8 and 5 dam. or just 13 dam.).
Angus echos Xenia's thoughts "Tionel, worry about keeping your friends standing and not the green zombies! Can you summon more elemental for a flank attack...Now is a real good time!" Angus is sounding frantic as he watches blows rain down on his friends.
Angus Wednesday December 29th, 2004 11:50:48 AM
Spell Slots used:
0 Level: 0 of 6 1 Level: 5 of 8 2 Level: 0 of 5
Sunshine AC 16 HP 9/16 Wednesday December 29th, 2004 11:52:10 AM
BARK!!!BARK!!WOOF!BARK!WOOF!SNARL!!!BARK!
Lang AC 20 HP 29/46 d20+6=7 d20+10=26 d6+4=6 d6+10=13 Wednesday December 29th, 2004 12:01:41 PM
Lang realizes too late that he should have bobbed instead of weaving and recieves a solid smash for his mistake. Lang is starting to worry that his blows may not be as effective (4 strikes for 30 dam. on #3) and attempt to inspect his wounds (spot 7, nat. 1), but is too busy shucking and jiving too get a good look.
Lang swings at human #3 with his right hand (AC 26 for 6 dam.)and looks to see if the human goes down. If #3 falls out of the fight, Langs left hand will stab #15 (AC 13, but misses as he sidesteps #3 falling (hopefully!!!)
OOC:What is the touch AC of the green humans????
Al in Answer Wednesday December 29th, 2004 12:07:40 PM
Touch AC is 10.
Florin Jadenth-AC:18-HP:52/27 (Sub/Al) d20+9=27 d10+6=15 Wednesday December 29th, 2004 12:37:25 PM
Florin fights on. His current opponent on his last legs, the paladin leaves him to the flames splashing from Xenia's oil. Instead, Florin's glaive drives over the green man's head, and the blade catches the green man behind tearing into his neck. (To Hit #8 AC27, Damage 15)
Florin gives a grim smile. "Tionel," he calls behind him, "loathe as I am to admit it, I've taken some bad hits. I could use a boost here."
Wynn Brightsong [AC=19, (23 vs AoO Mobility); HP=35; Courage+1] d20+8=25 d8+4=11 d20+6=13 Wednesday December 29th, 2004 5:26:55 PM
Wynn again dodges an attack from his adversary and again feels his sword slash into the flesh of the man in front of him [Hit AC=25 for 11 HP]. Unsure of just how these diseased men can stand so much punishment, the bard tries to see if their wounds remain open or if in their diseased state they appear to be healing themselves.[Spot=13]
Wynn continues his singing, although his voice cracks periodically from the exterion of the battle.
[OOC Wynn dodges #5 if the man still stands, otherwise he will dodge whoever steps up into the vacated space - effective AC=20]
Tionel (AC 16, hp 42/42) d8=6 Thursday December 30th, 2004 3:48:22 AM
Tionel looks to and fro, but none of the enemy is falling yet. He needs to aid his friends as they say...heal Florin, he decides, would be the best course of action. He murmurs a spell and pats his friend on the back, boosting him back up. (I assume Florin's hit points isn't 52/27, but 5/27, or something like that... doesn't make much sense his post otherwise. Tionel's cure light wounds heals 11 hp to him)
DM Note - Florin posts backwards. Read it as 27 left of 52.
Syr (AC 18, hp 42/57) d20+8=16 d20+8=19 d8+6=14 d8+6=10 Thursday December 30th, 2004 9:03:42 AM
Finally landing two blows on the tough skinned human, Syr's hopes momentarily rise that he will drop (attack 16,19 damage 14,10). He thinks to himself that if this doesn't do it, he and his companions should probably flee and summon the guard as these things are too tough.
Trash Road combat - rd5 (DM MikeK) d20+10=25 d20+10=25 d20+5=11 d6+4=10 d6+4=9 d20+5=21 d6+4=5 d20+7=26 d20+7=27 d20+7=24 d20+7=12 d20+7=11 d20+7=22 d20+7=12 d20+7=8 d20+7=22 d8+4=12 d8+4=11 d8+4=5 d8+4=5 d3=1 d8+4=9 Thursday December 30th, 2004 9:54:07 AM
Xenia sends another vial flying through the air, adding to the pain of the already torchlike #9. Burning oil again splashes about.
Angus sends two missiles at #6, and the man falls! Another missile slams into #5. He's still coming, but the sorcerer has shown the enemy will go down.
Lang hits #3 again. His foe's wounds looks terrible, but he is still coming. The ranger's follow up blow is wide.
Florin's glaive slides past #1 and catches #8 in the shoulder. It's a very nice hit.
Wynn inflicts a wicked slash across the abdomen of #5. The bard is pleased to note the man's wounds are not closing. His opponent has just been operating well beyond the pain threshold that would fell most men. The operative word being "has been". Wynn's latest blow is too much for the man to fight through, and he collapses to the ground.
Tionel moves behind Florin, and administers a curing spell.
Syr, getting frustrated, lashes out at #2. His first blow causes the man's eyes to glass over. His second snaps the man's neck. He drops to the ground, lifeless.
Ajax rears up and kicks out again at #4. The warhorse's two hooves slam into the man's head, dropping him to the ground. [hit ac 25, 25 for 19 hp damage]
E3 slams #11 [hit ac 21 for 5 hp damage]
The men continue to attack. The second rank merely steps on their fallen foes to get at the Shields:
#1 attacks Florin [hit ac 26 for 12 hp damage]
#7 steps forward and slams into Syr [nat 20, hit ac 24 (critical) for 16 hp damage]
#3 attacks Lang [hit ac12]
#15 slides up to attack Ajax [hit ac11]
A flaming, screeching #9 moves up and hits Wynn with his flaming arm. [hit ac20 for 5 hp damage + 1 hp fire damage]
#14 steps up and attacks Xenia [hit ac10]
#11 attacks E3 [nat 1]
#10 turns and also attacks E3 [hit ac 22 for 9 hp damage]. E3 collapses back into the earth.
Wynn Brightsong [AC=19, (23 vs AoO Mobility); HP=29/35; Courage+1] d20+8=25 d8+4=6 Thursday December 30th, 2004 10:56:27 AM
Wynn shudders as the flaming green human strikes his shoulder, but instinctively he stabs forward with his sword and feels it penetrate the man's torso [Hit AC=25 for 6 HP].
If any of Wynn's clothing is set alight he will start to extinguish it with his free hand, and hope that #9 succumbs to the flames and it's wounds before it can strike again.
Angus Mage Armor AC 14 15 HP d20+2=12 d6=3 d6=4 d6=2 d6=2 d20+3=9 Thursday December 30th, 2004 10:58:36 AM
Angus is relieved to see 3 green guys drop and decides to try something new. Angus points his finger at green guy #14 and a searing ray of flame streaks toward him (scorching ray ranged touch attack: 11 damage, could have been much better).
Angus calls encouragement to Xenia "Just trying to keep them off you so you can keep tossing fireballs! Go Girl! Remember to duck often!"
Angus will see if he can notice if fire has more effect on the green guys than blades or force (spot 9).
Spell Slots used:
0 level: 0 of 6 1 level: 5 of 8 2 level: 1 of 5
Sunshine AC 16 HP 9/15 Thursday December 30th, 2004 10:59:45 AM
Sunshine lets out a long and low GROOOOOWL!
Lang AC 20 Hp 29/46 d20+10=28 d6+4=6 d20+12=32 d20+12=20 d6+4=8 d6+4=10 Thursday December 30th, 2004 11:07:01 AM
Lang is warding off blows from green guy # 3 and he call out to Tionel "Nice job on Florin, how bout me?" Lang redoubles his attack on #3 and lashes out with his LH (AC 28 for 6 dam. making 36 total). If Lang drops human #3 with his LH he will flank #15 to help Ajax with the RH (AC 32 critical threat AC 20 for 18 damage) if not he hits # 3 again.
Lang is a whirling dervish with his blades and feels that lease green guys must have something to do with the plants as he does not like them very much, especially #3 that has hit him twice.
Xenia (AC23 - HP 28/28) d20+9=24 d6=2 d6=3 Thursday December 30th, 2004 11:12:12 AM "WYNN!" Xenia shouts as the bard is struck by the flaming Greenie. In a fit of reflexive anger she lashes out at the burning green guy with her sword. (Hit AC24, Damage 3hp - 2nd round fire damage 4hp) Wynn's song inspires her strike and she finds a way to cut a little deeper.
"Back out for the alley," Xenia shouts. "Five feet at a time!"
"Florin has a reach weapon and so do I. We can attack in two ranks. They can't." Xenia growls under her breath as she defends herself against the green guy in front of her. "We can keep two defenders up front and replace them in cycles for healing and rest. We can even lob things up and over into their ranks. I've got more oil."
She tags another seal on her leg.
"READY?" she cries. "Everyone step back." And Xenia moves five feet backwards.
Rolls Shortsword to hit AC 24, Damage 2 + 1 Inspire Courage 2nd round Damage Previous Flask of Oil Fire 3 +1 Inspire Courage Total Damage this round 7hp
Active Effects Inspire Courage +1 to Hit and Damage +1 vs Fear Insight This round +4 (2nd Round -Beautiful Dreamer Seal: Gain a +6 insight bonus on any one action, then get a +4 insight on your next action, and a +2 insight bonus on your very next action afterwards. Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal
Notes Fighting Defensively -4 to Hit +3 to AC #9 fire goes out this round. Dodge vs #14 bringing AC to 24 vs #14
-Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal * Once activated, it adds 3 to your next save assuming that a save is needed during the next 10 minutes. If it is not used in that time duration, then the seal's power is lost
Florin Jadenth-AC:18-HP:26/52 d20+9=24 d10+6=15 Thursday December 30th, 2004 11:48:22 AM
(OOC:Changed my hit points around so maybe it will help out.)
Florin winces as the next blow to fall on him sends a rush of pain through him and he does what Xenia says and begins to fall back some also, "This isn't looking good guys and girls. They can do alot of damage and soak it up also."
Florin feels pain rushing through his body as he falls back, not the first time in his life for that but this is the first time he feels like he is being beaten down so bad.
Florin hopes to fall back abit and then stab at the man attacking him, trying to use the distance of his glaive for aid. (Can hit AC:24 Damage:15) As Florin tries to attack (not sure if he can fall back alittle distance and then attack or not) he ponders telling someone to use Ajax and rush for help, like the city guard or something but then that might not be a good idea since the group may need all the help it can get instead he just calls back, "If this starts going really bad guys someone might want to use Ajax and get help, the city guard or something."
Florin thinks of the bottles of oil in his backpack and nods abit to himself mumbling, "Can always get everyone out of the ally and I can hold some of them off with more fire. I can throw a good distance and they will burn abit before reaching me." Florin also thinks of his wounds though as so many things run through his mind, mainly the safty of the group and not letting these men get out or they might beabel to infect other people and poor Jella's face flashes in his mind when he thinks that.
Syr (AC 18, hp 26/57?) d20+10=30 d20+10=16 d20+10=28 d8+8=16 d8+8=16 d8+8=13 Friday December 31st, 2004 3:31:26 AM
Syr gasps in pain as his foe finds a soft spot. "Guys, this attacking individually isn't working. Everyone team up and take these things down one at a time. Head to head they will beat us! C'mon, fight together."
He will first turn to fight the one attacking Florin. Landing a ferocious kick followed by a punch. If that one falls then he will attack #7 instead. (Attack crit, confirm, and 28. Damage 14,14,11 Sorry, It is +6 damage not +8) After landing his blows, he moves back with the rest of the group.
Tionel d3=3 Friday December 31st, 2004 9:08:04 AM
Tionel sighs...time to bring in some bears or something again, he thinks to himself. A moment later, a sprig of mistletoe, and three big dark furry guys pop into existence and roar, moving in to flank the enemy. (Bear's stats:
Hit Dice: 3d8+6 (19 hp) Initiative: +1 Speed: 40 ft. (8 squares) Armor Class: 13 (+1 Dex, +2 natural), touch 11, flat-footed 12 Base Attack/Grapple: +2/+6 Attack: Claw +6 melee (1d4+4) Full Attack: 2 claws +6 melee (1d4+4) and bite +1 melee (1d6+2) ) (I'll let dm attack/decide how theyog...my brain is totally gone)
Trash Road combat - rd6 (DM MikeK) d100=1 d100=78 d100=18 d20+6=26 d20+6=11 d4+4=8 d20+10=17 d20+10=29 d6+4=6 d6+4=5 d20+5=9 d20+7=20 d20+7=20 d20+7=18 d20+7=23 d20+7=8 d20+7=10 d20+7=26 d20+7=21 d20+7=18 d8+4=12 d8+4=8 d8+4=10 d8+4=11 d8+4=9 d8+4=7 Sunday January 2nd, 2005 9:09:16 PM
Wynn ducks the fiery attack of #9 and strikes back quickly. His opponent is starting to wobble, but still has some fight left.
Angus sends a ray of fire into #14. The sorcerer can't see much of a difference in their reactions to blades and flame.
Lang slams his blade into #3, and feels the man sliding away from his blade. Instinctively, he whirls and slams his other blade into #15. [Lang and Ajax are not in flanking positions. Didn't matter here, though]
Xenia goes to the aid of her bard. Her blade stroke and the fire have turned #9 into a mess, but he is still attacking. The rogue calls out for everyone to back up, and follows her own advice.
Florin looks to fall back. But with both Tionel and Sunshine back there, the only real way back cuts off Wynn. The paladin stays where he is and runs #1 through. The man limply slides off his glaive.
Syr looks to help Florin, but sees the paladin has already taken care of him. The monk turns back to #7 and just beats the stuffing out of him. In the span of 6 seconds, Syr turns his opponent's condition from uninjured to barely mobile. But he's still attacking. Following Xenia's call, the monk steps back, with Sunshine nimbly stepping out of the way.
Tionel brings in some more help. Only one of the men attacking them is without injury, and the druid decides to amend that problem. A large bear appears behind #10, and swipes a large paw at him. [crit threat, ac11 (no crit) for 8 hp damage]
Ajax rears up on #15 [hit ac 17, 29 for 11 hp damage.] And then tries to bite him. [atk ac 9]
The men continue to attack.
#8 steps forward and attacks Florin [hit ac20 for 12hp damage]
#7 pursues Syr [hit ac20 for 8hp damage]
#15 attacks Lang [hit ac18]
#9 attacks Wynn [hit ac23 for 10hp damage]
#14 steps forward and attacks Xenia [nat 1]
#13 steps into the opening to attack Wynn [hit ac10]
#10 attacks the bear [hit ac26 for 11hp damage] #11 attacks the bear [hit ac21 for 9hp damage] #12 attacks the bear [hit ac18 for 7hp damage]
The bear drops and disappears.
Xenia (AC23 - HP 28/28) d20+7=21 d6=5 Sunday January 2nd, 2005 9:34:19 PM "Good idea, Syr!" Xenia shouts.
"Get ready to pull out." She steals a precious moment from defense to glance down the line. Everyone's hurt except her; some pretty bad.
"Angus, you and Ti'nel get into the alley now. Take Federol and the animals with you. Before you go, see if you can figure out the Spell that makes these guys stand up to our weapons so good. May not be much use now, but maybe later. And I'm sure the guard will be interested too."
"This time, Wynn, Florin, Lang five feet back. Syr and I will hold where we are. Hold 'em so the others can get into place. Fight defensively if you have to. We can do all the damage we need once we're in the alley."
"Next time, we move. Just withdraw. We'll take up position five feet into the alley. Me and Wynn will hold the front, fighting defensively. Florin, behind me or Wynn. Attack over our heads with your pole thingee. Lang, see if you can pop off some of the ones in the back with your bow. Syr, get healed and be ready to replace Wynn."
The dark rogue finds an opening and stabs at the greenie in front of her.
"I've got healing potions in my haversack. Three of the small ones and two of the medium ones. Take 'em if you need. I've got a sling if you can use it. Two more alchemist fires and eight flasks of oil."
"Hold 'em for just a bit, guys! Then we move!"
"And, hey, somebody still have that pearl thing?"
Rolls Shortsword to hit #14 AC 21, Damage 6 = 5 + 1 Inspire Courage
Active Effects Inspire Courage +1 to Hit and Damage +1 vs Fear Insight This round +2 (2nd Round -Beautiful Dreamer Seal: Gain a +6 insight bonus on any one action, then get a +4 insight on your next action, and a +2 insight bonus on your very next action afterwards. Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal (Activated Turn 5)
Notes Fighting Defensively -4 to Hit +3 to AC Dodge vs #14 bringing AC to 24 vs #14
-Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal * Once activated, it adds 3 to your next save assuming that a save is needed during the next 10 minutes. If it is not used in that time duration, then the seal's power is lost
Wynn Brightsong [AC=19, (23 vs AoO Mobility); HP=19/35; Courage+1] d20+8=19 d8+4=11 Sunday January 2nd, 2005 10:38:22 PM
Wynn manages to extinguish the flame on his upper arm only to have a blow takes him solidly in the ribs. He can hear the bones crack under the force of the man's fist and the air being driven from his lungs. Doubled over, the bard manages to avoid the flailing arms of another of the diseased men before bringing his longsword up in a violent, desperate slash, directly into the chest and shoulder of #9. The attack takes all Wynn's strength and he roars in defiance as the blade strikes home [Hit AC=19 for 11 HP].
His breath comes in ragged heaving gasps, but above the din and through the pain he hears Xenia marshalling the Shields into order. Wynn takes a 5 foot step backwards to fall into line and prepares to dodge the first opponent that steps into the space he just vacated [Effective AC=20].
[OOC 4 of 5 round of inspire courage remain]
Angus Mage ARmor AC 14 15 HP d4+1=4 d4+1=5 d4+1=4 d20+4=12 Monday January 3rd, 2005 9:16:32 AM
Angus fires off three more magic missles, two into #9 and one into #7 if they are close enough, if #7 is not close enough the closest green guy (9 and 4 damage).
As everyone starts to back up 5 feet, Angus will back up 10 feet and attempt to call Sunshine with him. "Here boy! Here Sunshine! Heel!" (Handle animal untrained 12).
Angus frantically calls to Tionel. "Tionel get Ajax, he is too big for me, and try to cure someone, no not just someone but one of our group!"
Lang AC 20 HP 29/46 d20+10=27 d20+10=15 d6+4=6 d6+4=7 d20+10=29 Monday January 3rd, 2005 9:29:33 AM
Lang will press his attack on #15 as he takes a 5 foot step back. Lang will also try to encourage Ajax to back up as it may take some time. "I got him Ajax, go back with Tionel and Angus." Without looking back Lang will add "You too Sunshine, go with Angus!"
Attack:
RH AC 27 dam. 6 LH AC 15 dam. 7
Handle Animal for Ajax and Sunshine 29: Very convincing!!!!
Angus Supplimental Monday January 3rd, 2005 9:31:09 AM
Spell Slots used:
0 level: 0 of 6 1 level: 6 of 8 2 level: 1 of 5
Florin Jadenth-AC:18-HP:14/52 Monday January 3rd, 2005 7:19:22 PM
Florin hurting badly quickly falls back like was commented on and falls behind Wynn where he quickly speaks to the man, "Hold still alittle please."
Florin will use his lay on hands to heal Wynn of 12 hit points of damage. (Think thats all of his lay on hands healing.) Florin also calls back at everyone, "Guys, I'm barely hanging on here, others need help also I believe."
Syr (AC 22 HP 18/57) d20+3=11 d20+3=14 Monday January 3rd, 2005 7:25:41 PM
Syr staggers under the blow and turns or a second. He bgeins to fight very defensively (both misses).
Tionel d4+1=5 d4+3=7 d4+3=7 d4+3=5 d4+3=5 d20+3=17 d20+3=6 d20+3=12 d20+3=13 d20+3=8 d6=6 d6=6 Tuesday January 4th, 2005 12:43:13 AM
Tionel sacrifices his other most powerful spell to bring into being five snarling behind the enemies once more. That should make them take a long time. Each of the wolves moves forward, teeth bared, and engages the enemy... (Five wolves: Each Hit Dice: 2d8+4 (13 hp) Initiative: +2 Speed: 50 ft. (10 squares) Armor Class: 14 (+2 Dex, +2 natural), touch 12, flat-footed 12 Base Attack/Grapple: +1/+2 Attack: Bite +3 melee (1d6+1) )
The wolves move forward, biting. (Rolled d4's by accident... they hit AC 17 [7 damage if it hit], AC 6, AC 12, AC 13 [7 damage if it hit], and AC 8.)
Then Tionel says "Very well, back up, my friends!" And begins to withdraw himself to the back...
Trash Road combat - rd7 (DM MikeK) d100=3 d100=88 d100=30 d20+10=16 d6+4=10 d20+7=15 d20+7=11 d20+7=25 d20+7=11 d20+7=27 d20+7=13 d20+7=12 d8+4=11 d8+4=9 Tuesday January 4th, 2005 8:31:20 AM
Xenia calls out a plan. She holds her ground to wait for the others, and slashes #14.
Wynn, fighting hard, slams his blade home into #9. The man finally crumples to the ground. The bard backs up a step to be on line with the others.
Since his primary target is down, Angus sends his three magic missiles into #7. This opponent also collapses. The slim sorcerer backs up ten feet and tries, without much success, to get Sunshine and Ajax to drop back as well.
Lang slams two attacks into #13. The man is staggering, but not down. The ranger calls out to the animals. Sunshine immediately drops back beside Angus. Ajax is not so sure. He lets out a questioning whinny, while watching Sunshine withdraw. The horse decides to compromise. He kicks out once at #15, and then pulls back to cover both dog and sorcerer. The kick is a good one, and the man crumples, lifeless. [hit ac16 for 10 hp damage]
Florin drops behind Wynn, and lays hands on the bard.
Syr finds he's got no one to fight. The monk waits for someone else to come forward.
Tionel stands fast, and brings five more friends into the fight. Only one succeeds in hitting [w1 on #13], but the druid has managed to temporarily halt the advancing hordes.
The men attack.
#14 attacks Xenia [hit ac13]
#8 attacks w2 [hit ac11]
#13 attacks w1 [hit ac 25 for 11 hp damage]
#10 attacks w4 [hit ac11]
#11 attacks w5 [crit threat, ac13 (no crit) for 9 hp damage]
#12 attacks w3 [hit ac12]
Xenia (AC23 - HP 28/28) Tuesday January 4th, 2005 8:48:29 AM Perfect!
"Ok! Go!" Xenia shouts, dodging the greenie swinging wildly at her.
"Angus, Ti'nel, Federol, and the Animals first. Syr, Lang next. Florin, fall back with Wynn and I. Five feet into the mouth of the alley."
"Don't worry about hitting anybody once we get into the alley, we'll have plenty of that."
With unrelenting trust in her companions, the dark rogue withdraws to position.
Active Effects Inspire Courage +1 to Hit and Damage +1 vs Fear Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal (Activated Turn 5)
Notes Double Move Withdraw - No AoO Fighting Defensively -4 to Hit +3 to AC Dodge vs #14 bringing AC to 24 vs #14
-Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal * Once activated, it adds 3 to your next save assuming that a save is needed during the next 10 minutes. If it is not used in that time duration, then the seal's power is lost
Angus AC 14 HP 15 d4+1=4 d4+1=4 d4+1=3 Tuesday January 4th, 2005 8:54:19 AM
Angus smiles at Sunshine "Good boy." as he comes to rest next to him and then exclaims. "We got them now! The odds are in our favor, finally!"
Angus lets lose three more magic missiles at #14 engaging the red haired rouge (dam. 11 more)"Pick on someone your own size!"
Spell Slots:
0 level: 0 of 6 1 level: 7 of 8 2 level: 1 of 5
Angus Supplimental again d20+4=23 Tuesday January 4th, 2005 8:56:12 AM
Angus will again back up 10 feet into the alley and attempt to convince Sunshine and Ajax to follow him (animal training untrained 24, forgot a +1) "Come on you two follow me."
Wynn Brightsong [AC=19, (23 vs AoO Mobility); HP=31/35; Courage+1] d20+10=26 d8+4=12 Tuesday January 4th, 2005 9:09:27 AM
Wynn feels the warmth of Florin's healing touch and immediately his breath comes easier. The sight of several of their opponents falling to the ground is also encouraging to the bard.
When the wolves appear, Wynn sees his opening and darts forward to slash at #8 [Hit AC=26 for 12 HP, flanking] and then darts back to his original position beside Xenia, careful to dodge #14 upon his return [Spring Attack to move before and after attack]
AC vs AoO = 23[Mobility], Effective AC vs #14(normal attack)[Dodge] = 20, 3/5 rounds left from inspire courage
Syr ( AC 18 32/57) Tuesday January 4th, 2005 6:34:12 PM
The monk is glad for the moment's respite and takes the opportunity to draw a deep breath. Laying a hand on his wound, he concentrates on mending his torn flesh (Heal 14hp). Following that, he proceeds to move back with the others. He readies an attack in case a foe approaches.
Florin Jadenth-AC:18-HP:14/52 d20+9=10 Tuesday January 4th, 2005 7:57:06 PM
Florin now that Wynn is healed up atleast alittle speaks to Wynn as he stabs at the man attacking Wynn, "Hope the healing helped friend."
Florin also falls back abit if needed still. Florin also calls back to Ajax, "It's okay boy, just be ready if we need you buddy."
(Can hit AC:10)
Lang AC 20 HP 29/46 d20+12=30 d20+12=26 d6+4=5 d6+4=9 Tuesday January 4th, 2005 9:31:23 PM
Lang takes the opportunity to strike at one of the creatures while it is occupied by a wolf (flanking #10).
Hit AC 30 & 26 for 5 & 9 points of damage.
"Sunshine, Ajax move towards Angus," Lang will say as he motions the creatures into the alleyway.
Lang then moves back along with the group and stays in formation.
Tionel Wednesday January 5th, 2005 12:00:46 AM
The elf retreats readily, spending the entire round moving back, and waiting for the others to follow along.
Angus sends three more Magic Missiles into #14. He retreats into the alley behind Xenia, and tries to get the animals to accompany him. Ajax follows the sorcerer. Sunshine does not.
Instead of backing up, Wynn moves forward. The bard strikes the back of #8. Only then, does he retreat, trying to ducking the blow of #14 as he goes by. He doesn't. [AoO - #14 hits ac24 for 10hp damage]
Syr takes a moment to heal his wounds, and then drops back into the mouth of the alley.
Florin drops back a little. He stays on line with Wynn.
Lang pulls back. [Lang cannot move forward, engage, and then pull back. He doesn't have the feats that Wynn has.]
Tionel pulls back behind everybody. The wolves continue to attack: w2 attacks #8 [hit ac19 for 5 hp]
w1 attacks #13 [hit ac18 for 6 hp]
w4 attacks #10 [hit ac20 for 7 hp]
w5 attacks #11 [nat 20, ac9 (no crit) for 2 hp]
w3 attacks #12 [nat1]
Encouraged by Lang, the animals continue to fall back.
#14 pursues, attacking Wynn. [hit ac18]
#8 attacks w2 [hit ac12]
#13 attacks w1 [hit ac17 for 12 hp damage] The wolf disappears.
#10 attacks w4 [hit ac16 for 12 hp damage]
#11 attacks w5 [hit ac11]
#12 attacks w3 [hit ac14 for 11 hp damage]
Xenia (AC23 - HP 28/28) Wednesday January 5th, 2005 8:57:18 AM
"Pull back more. We'll take a stand here," Xenia shouts. She sees the brutal hit that Wynn takes and her heart beats faster.
"Syr, can you take stand in here beside me in place of Wynn? Florin, get in behind me. You can attack over my head with your spear thing. Wynn, anybody who needs them, I've got healing potions in my pack. Just reach in. I'll make it the first thing on the top."
"Lang you can probably best nail the one's in back with your bow."
"Good job with the wolves, Ti'nel" she whispers to the elf. "Think that one saved our bottoms."
"Get ready for 'em."
Xenia palms a healing potion, ready to pass it off to whoever needs it. (CMW)
Active Effects Inspire Courage +1 to Hit and Damage +1 vs Fear Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal (Activated Turn 5)
Notes Ready Action - Pass potion to person who needs it. Fighting Defensively -4 to Hit +3 to AC Dodge vs #14 bringing AC to 24 vs #14
-Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal * Once activated, it adds 3 to your next save assuming that a save is needed during the next 10 minutes. If it is not used in that time duration, then the seal's power is lost
Angus AC 14 Hp 15 Wednesday January 5th, 2005 9:51:08 AM
Angus looks to Tionel "Great job with the critters, but do not forget to keep the team standing up. Why are you not healing Florin!"
Angus casts true strike on himself in inanticipation of the scums paying the group a visit in the alley. "Hey you green human scum, come and get it if you dare! We are ready to send you on your way!" Angus loudly boasts, and he make sure he is behind the front row of fighters, but still wants to be able to see the oncoming scum. attempting to bait the wounded humans.
Spell Slots used
0 level: 0 of 6 1 level: 8 of 8 2 level: 1 of 5
Florin Jadenth-AC:18-HP:14/52 d20+9=21 d10+6=10 Wednesday January 5th, 2005 3:43:53 PM
Florin calls out quickly to his friends, "I have a bow and two quivers of arrows on my backpack if someone can use them and help with these creeps."
Florin steps over quickly behind Xenia as to allow Wynn to back off more and hopefully get healed, "Wish I could aid you more Wynn." Florin stabs at the greenie attacking Xenia and grins as his glaive stabs deep into it. (Can hit AC:21 Damage:10)
Florin grins and whispers to Xenia low just a teasing comment and hopefully nothing she will take bad, "Don't usually get to cover your backside Xenia. Not that I don't mind the view." Florin glances over at Wynn hoping if the man heard that he knows Florin's comment was not meant as anything.
Wynn Brightsong [AC=19, (23 vs AoO Mobility); HP=21/35; Courage+1] d20+8=18 d8+4=7 Wednesday January 5th, 2005 5:38:23 PM
Wynn again feels the crushing blow of a powerful attack from his foe and questions his own sense of optimism. Regardless of his own physical state, the odds have changed substantially and he can't help but wonder if a more aggressive course of action would not win the day.
The bard takes the middle road, slashing out at #14 with his longsword [Hit AC=18 for 7 dmg] before retreating behind Syr and next to Xenia.
Lang AC 20 HP 29/46 d20+6=12 Wednesday January 5th, 2005 9:15:06 PM
Not having an opponent gives Lang a chance to switch weapons. He sheathes both his short swords and draws his trusty long bow.
Lang then looks for the opportunity to fire a shot, between Syr and Xenia, at the enemy (hit ac 12; -4 for shooting into combat).
If Lang is not able to fire this round, he will get ready to fire next round.
"Someone back there should search down this alleyway in case we have to make a hasty retreat."
Tionel d8=6 Wednesday January 5th, 2005 11:55:47 PM
"Sorry, sorry!" Tionel says...a bit panicky. This organized fighting thing is so confusing! He feels like he should be fleeing, or fighting, but instead, he forces himself to calmly draw out his wand and tap Florin with it, murmuring the activation. (Cured 7 hp)
Trash Road combat - rd9 (DM MikeK) d100=27 d100=73 d100=30 d20+3=8 d20+3=22 d20+3=23 d20+3=5 d20+3=6 d6+1=3 d6+1=4 d20+7=8 d20+7=22 d20+7=27 d20+7=22 d20+7=24 d20+7=15 d8+4=10 d8+4=6 d8+4=8 d8+4=5 d8+4=5 Thursday January 6th, 2005 8:52:31 AM
Xenia calls more instructions and pulls out a healing potion, just in case.
Angus gets ready.
Florin wants to move behind Xenia, but can't because Angus is standing there. The paladin has to settle for beside the rogue instead.
Wynn lashes out at #14. The bard can tell his opponent is on his last legs, but he moves to retreat. However, his chosen spot is now occupied by Florin.
Wynn and Syr swap locations, but that's about the best they can do.
Lang sheathes his swords, and frees up his bow.
Tionel squeezes in beside Lang, and taps Florin with a healing wand. [Tionel and Lang take an addition --4 penalty on any attacks they make next round due to the close quarters.]
The wolves continue to attack: w2 attacks #8 [hit ac8]
w4 attacks #10 [hit ac22 for 3 hp damage]
w5 attacks #11 [crit threat, ac5 (no crit) for 4 hp damage]
w3 attacks #12 [hit ac6]
The men also attack.
#14 pursues the group, walking straight into Florin's ready glaive. The man collapses in front of Syr.
#13 steps up and attacks Syr. [nat 1]
#8 attacks w2 [hit ac 22 for 10 hp damage]
#10 attacks w4 [crit for 14 hp damage]
#11 attacks w5 [hit ac24 for 5 hp damage]
#12 attacks w3 [hit ac15 for 5 hp damage]
All the wolves but w2 fall and vanish.
Angus Mage Armor Ac 14 Hp 15 d20+22=23 d6=4 d6=2 d6=2 d6=4 Thursday January 6th, 2005 9:38:32 AM
Angus thinks to himself, Excellent we have turned the corner, literally. Now it is time scum # 13 have it.
Angus moves to his right slightly to make sure he can see #13 and announces "I need a clear shot, duck Syr!" and lets loose a scorching ray (16 damage).
Angus yells into the main corridor "Come on you green scum. We got some more for you!" Angus makes sure he is not in the front row after his exclaimation.
Spell Slots used:
0 level: 0 of 6 1 level: 8 of 8 2 levle: 2 of 5
Xenia (AC23 - HP 28/28) d20+7=15 Thursday January 6th, 2005 10:19:35 AM Frang! This isn't what she had in mind.
... But it will work.
Wynn's on the front line now. "Wynn!" Xenia shoves the potion in his direction. If they can't back up a bit more, he's gonna need it. Her hand lingers on his for just that little bit longer than it needs to.
"Back up!" Xenia calls over her shoulder. "We need five more feet or the front line is gonna have two greenies on 'em at a time."
From her haversack, the rogue pulls a long spiked chain and readies to smack the next greenie who pulls up in front of Syr. With half an eye behind her, she prepares to step five feet back should the opportunity present itself.
Active Effects Inspire Courage +1 to Hit and Damage +1 vs Fear Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal (Activated Turn 5)
Notes Move Equiv - Take Spiked Chain from Haversack Ready Action - Attack greenie if one moves in front of Syr (Hit AC15, MISS ) Move Five feet back if Angus clears the way. Spiked Chain Attack 9 -4 not-proficient +1 Masterwork +1 Inspire Courage = 7 (10 foot range)
-Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal * Once activated, it adds 3 to your next save assuming that a save is needed during the next 10 minutes. If it is not used in that time duration, then the seal's power is lost
Wynn Brightsong [AC=19, (23 vs AoO Mobility); HP=21/35; Courage+1] 2d8(4+8)+3=15 Thursday January 6th, 2005 5:54:25 PM
Wynn takes the potion from Xenia's hand and consumes it in a single gulp, all the while keeping an eye on the battle in front of him. "Thanks" he casts a meaningful eye in Xenia's direction, and then back at Florin "both of you." [CMW=15 hp - now at 35/35]
Lang AC 20 HP 29/46 d20+6=13 Thursday January 6th, 2005 9:20:42 PM
Things are getting a little tight in the mouth of the alleyway. Not wanting to risk hitting any of his comrades with his longbow, Lang decides to do something else this round.
Squeezing past Ajax, Lang will investigate where this alleyway goes (spot 13).
"Sunshine heel!"
OOC: Will head down the alleyway a short distance with Sunshine to see where it goes.
Florin Jadenth-AC:18-HP:21/52 d20+9=10 Thursday January 6th, 2005 11:01:19 PM
Florin nods to Wynn when he hears the thanks and speaks up to Wynn, "No problem Wynn."
Florin now also glances back to Tionel and nods to him, "Thanks Tionel for the healing."
Florin backsup more to help out if he is needed to anyway, mainly following the route the others are or Xenia's instructions since she has been doing a good job with tactics. Florin looks back to the enemies now and stabs quickly forward at the one attacking the person infront of him, he winces as his glaive pokes way over the enemies head, "Darn it."
Thinks Florin glances over at Xenia and speaks up, his voice sounding abit apolagetic, "Sorry for no tactics. I wasn't really thinking this was going to be so hard. I will stay on my toes more next time as leader."
Syr (AC 18 HP 26/57) d20+8=12 d20+8=19 d20+8=24 d8+6=13 d8+6=14 Thursday January 6th, 2005 11:40:17 PM
As #13 moves into range, Syr makes a tentative swipe which misses. Then hearing Angus' plan the monk drops to the ground for the spell to take effect. Bouncing up his fists rain down on the thug (Attack of opportunity 12, regular attacks 19,24 damage 13,14).
Tionel (AC 16, hp 42/42) d8=6 Thursday January 6th, 2005 11:57:44 PM
Tionel wonders what to do... he taps Florin again with the wand, then withdraws to the back of the group, somewhat frenetic... Should he summon more creatures, or flee, or what? (Another 7 hp healed )
Trash Road combat - rd10 (DM MikeK) d100=80 d100=33 d100=49 d100=59 d20+3=6 d20+7=23 d8+4=7 Friday January 7th, 2005 11:21:23 AM
Lang squeezes past Ajax and makes sure no one else is coming up the alley. Sunshine accompanies his master. The ranger sees Ferderol cowering wide eyed behind a wall, but nothing else. [This is the alley the group used to enter the street in the first place. It leads to another Trash Level road.]
Tionel heals Florin again and then drops back.
Angus fills the void left by druid and ranger, and casts a spell. Unfortunately the sorcerer slips on a wet spot just as he finishes the spell. A ray of fire arcs harmlessly into the air. [Not sure where the +22 came from, but you did roll a natural one on your ranged touch attack, which is a miss]
Xenia hands Wynn her potion, and retreats while pulling out her spiked chain.
Wynn drinks the potion, but doesn't back up, risking seriously annoying his girlfriend.
Florin attacks #13, but misses.
Syr waits long enough to wonder why Angus told him to duck, then lays into #13. The man is dead before he hits the ground.
w2 attacks #8 [hit ac6]
Having dispensed with most of the wolves, the men refocus on the party. Three of them head over to the group, while the last finishes off the wolf.
#8 attacks w2 [hit ac23 for 7 hp damage]. The wolf disappears.
Xenia (AC20 - HP 28/28) d20+9=16 2d4(1+1)=2 Friday January 7th, 2005 1:43:18 PM
Don't look like that many left. At least not from where she's standing. Still, not much sense in getting hit more than you need to.
"Angus, Ti'nel. Move back!" she shouts. Seeing Wynn facing off against two of the greenies is making her kind of bossy and a little bit cranky.
*sigh* "You guys ... " she sighs.
The chain makes a soft whir as she turns the end in a tight spinning disk off her right hand. Leaving space for Syr to back up, she waits for one of the greenies to come within range.
Rolls Hit AC16, Damage 2hp
Active Effects Inspire Courage +1 to Hit and Damage +1 vs Fear Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal (Activated Turn 5)
Notes Ready Action - Attack greenie if one moves into the 10 foot striking range.(Hit AC16, Damage 2hp ) Spiked Chain Attack 9 -4 not-proficient +1 Masterwork +1 Inspire Courage = 7 (10 foot range)
-Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal * Once activated, it adds 3 to your next save assuming that a save is needed during the next 10 minutes. If it is not used in that time duration, then the seal's power is lost
Wynn Brightsong [AC=19, (23 vs AoO Mobility); HP=35/35; Courage+1] d20+8=27 d20+8=19 d8+4=11 d8+4=11 Friday January 7th, 2005 5:45:22 PM
Wynn slashes out at the diseased human in front of him (#10) slashing a deep wound into the man's abdomen [Hit AC=27 threat, AC=19 to confirm critical for 22 hp of damage]. If the man drops, Wynn will hold his ground and focus his attention on #11, dodging any blows that might come his way. Otherwise he will dodge #10 [effective AC vs selected opponent = 20]
"I think we've got them now!" he yells back to Xenia and the rest, "press them hard!"
[OOC this is the final round in which the courage inspired by the bard's song has any effect]
Florin Jadenth-AC:18-HP:28/52 d20+9=25 d10+6=11 Friday January 7th, 2005 7:50:44 PM
Florin looks to those around him and frowns as he is getting tired of falling back and wonders if they have fallen back actually far enough. Florin stabs at the nearest enemy to help the person infront of him. (Can hit AC:25 Damage:11)
Florin looks back at the others and calls out, "Tionel, better having healing ready for people. We will be needing some healing on some people in alittle bit."
Tionel (AC 16, hp 42/42) Saturday January 8th, 2005 12:25:31 AM
Tionel will heal whoever in the back is within reach and wounded. Other than that, he decides his best option is to just sit tight and wait for the enemy to give up or fall... Meanwhile, his thoughts race. Strangely diseased...and maurading... If this was a disease, then they had it removed, but surely an epidemic traveling from one to another would be something the Alemites would be most likely to deal with. Yes, that's what they should do next, he decides...after answering to the guard.
Syr (AC 18 HP 26/57) d20+8=28 d20+8=26 d8+6=11 d8+6=10 Saturday January 8th, 2005 9:54:08 AM
Syr retreats to the point where only one man can approach him directly at a time. There he stops for a momemt to catch his breath and readies himself for any foe that might approach (Attack of opportunity crit and confirm damage 21! The browser that I'm on doesn't support my email so I'm guessing at the map.)
Lang AC 20 HP 29/46 d20+10=11 d20+6=20 d20+6=21 Sunday January 9th, 2005 8:59:07 PM
Lang & Sunshine will move back towards the group. They will position themselves between the group and Ajax (moving Ajax back if needed).
Lang will stand with his bow ready to shoot if he can (nat 1 - miss if he gets a shot). Otherwise he will stay alert.
Spot 20 Listen 21
ANgus Mage Armor AC 14 HP 15 d4+1=3 d4+1=3 d4+1=4 Sunday January 9th, 2005 11:06:29 PM
OOC: Last Round +22 for the ray was from true strike +20, +1 to hit and +1 from Wynn's Song.
Angus ducks below the flying chain and goes to one knee. Angus stands after Xenia's attack and launches three magic missles at the approaching greenies (10 damage).
Angus calls behind him "Tionel I am running low on spells, you may want to actually help out now that the warriors are stabilized!!!!!!!!!"
Spell Slots Used
0 level: 0 of 6 1 level: 8 of 8 2 level: 3 of 5 (used a 2 level slot for the last MM)
Xenia continues to implore her comrades to back up into the alley.
Wynn continues to ignore her pleas. The bard slashes a deep wound into #10, staggering the man badly.
Florin lashes out past Wynn's shoulder and puts another hole into #11. That man still is in fighting shape.
Tionel looks around. The only people within immediate reach are Xenia and Angus. Neither of them need healing, so the druid stands fast.
Syr steps back 5' into the alley.
Lang and Sunshine squeeze back in front of Ajax. The warhorse gives the ranger a warning snort, but does drop back to give the man room.
Angus fires three Magic Missiles at #10, felling him.
With Syr falling back, and Wynn staying where he is, the bard is suddenly the only person extended out into the alley. The three remaining men converge on him.
#8 moves all the way over.
#11 attacks Wynn [hit ac25 for 8 hp damage]
#12 steps over and attacks Wynn [hit ac23 for 7 hp damage]
Angus Mage Armor AC 14 Hp 15 d20+1=20 d6=6 d6=6 d6=2 d6=6 Monday January 10th, 2005 9:33:09 AM
Angus says a little prayer to himself for better aim and curses himself for missing with his last true striked ray. Angus lets loose a scorching ray at human scum #12 (AC 21 for 20 damage)"Now that is more like it" Angus intones as he pumps his fist.
Angus sees heavy blows falling on Wynn and get concerned for the bard. "Could an armored warrior please step up and relieve Wynn. NOW!"
Angus will step back a few feet and press his thin frame against the alley wall in order to make room. "Now I will have to clean my cloak." Angus mumbles to himself as his new cloak is rubs against the alley wall.
Spell slots used:
0 level: 0 of 6 1 level: 8 of 8 2 level: 4 of 5
Xenia (AC20 - HP 28/28) d20+6=11 Monday January 10th, 2005 10:24:33 AM
*THUMP* *THWACK*
The blows fall on Wynn, and all of the rogue's cool, tactical perspective evaporates like a drop of water hitting a red hot griddle.
"Yyyyrrroooooowwwwww!!!"
Xenia screams like a feral cat. Hands hooked into claws, she half climbs over Syrdeth and flails wildly at the first greenie she finds. Unfortunately, in her thoughtless anger, the weapon in her hand at the moment is the spiked chain.
Rolls Attack #12 Hit AC11 *MISS*
Movement Move 10 feet north in front of Syr
Active Effects Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal (Activated Turn 5)
-Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal * Once activated, it adds 3 to your next save assuming that a save is needed during the next 10 minutes. If it is not used in that time duration, then the seal's power is lost
Syr (HP 26/57 AC 18) d20+7=19 d20+7=26 d8+5=6 d8+5=7 Monday January 10th, 2005 12:17:07 PM
Getting out of the way of the crazy woman he only receives a few scratches from her hands as she races past. He calls out a warning to Wynn, " 'Ware Wynn, Xenia has lost it."
Syr waits patiently for the dark elf to either fall or move. Either way he readies himself to enter the fray once again. "Hey Flo, for someone who had some good tactical ideas, she sure does toss it all out the window quick?" The elf barks at the thief in front of him, "Xenia move out of the way and let those better equipped deal with this. You do more harm in front than at the rear."
Florin Jadenth d20+9=29 d20+9=16 d10+6=14 d10+6=15 d10+6=12 Monday January 10th, 2005 3:16:07 PM
Florin aims his glaive at #11 if he can still hit it and grins as his weapon hits hard and very true. (Can hit AC:29 (nat:20) crit AC:16 Damage:14 (if crit hit:41)
Florin looks to Syr and nods, "I have to agree with that." Florin now looks to Wynn and calls to him, "Start falling back more Wynn or your going to be in alot of trouble. Maybe worse trouble from Xenia then the enemy."
Florin looks to Xenia also and shakes his head abit, "Xenia, I know hei s your man but cooler heads will prevail not hot tempors."
Wynn Brightsong [AC=19, (23 vs AoO Mobility); HP=20/35] d20+7=22 d8+3=11 d20+11=28 Monday January 10th, 2005 7:31:41 PM
Surprised at how quickly the men were able to close on him, the bard finds himself sorely wounded. He slashes back at #11 hoping to fell the already injured foe, and takes at least some pleasure in the knowledge that he has returned the favour. [Hit AC 22 for 11 dmg]. Finding no room for retreat behind him, Wynn tumbles [tumble=28] past his opponents, moving diagonally to his right as far as possible.
"Hurry" he yells, "surround them!"
[OOC if #11 is already down, Wynn will swing at #8]
Tionel Tuesday January 11th, 2005 1:24:31 AM
Reaching out, Tionel taps Syr, who seems to be close enough (at least, judging by the map). He stays back, tho, not wanting to interfere with the other fighters. Apologetically, he glances to Angus. "I don't really use offensive sorts of tricks...I never learned those well," he explains.
Trash Road combat - rd12 (DM MikeK) d100=26 d100=3 d100=7 d100=34 d20+7=26 d8+4=6 Tuesday January 11th, 2005 8:13:07 AM
Angus sends a ray of fire slamming into #12. He screeches in agony.
Xenia launches herself past Syr intent on avenging herself upon those who dare attack her man. She doesn't venge very well, however, missing with her spiked chain.
Syr mentions he like to be back in the front, now.
Florin drives his glaive through the eye socket of #11, making him very dead.
Wynn quickly changes targets, and runs through #8. That man also crumples. Sensing the opening, the bard throws a quick shoulder roll, springs up and is 30' away from the melee in an eyeblink.
Tionel does something to Syr. [Tapped him and did what?]
#12 turns on Xenia. [hit ac26 for 6 hp damage]
Xenia (AC20 - HP 22/28) d20+15=30 d20+6=8 Tuesday January 11th, 2005 8:43:17 AM "Ai!" Xenia bites off the end of the yelp of pain as the greenie's club-like fist takes her in the shoulder. She follows the momentum, tumbling out into the alley past the greenie. Rolling to her feet she sprints to Wynn's side and whirls into a crouch. A low growl still lingers on her lips.
Rolls Tumble 30
Movement Double move withdraw with tumble. Half speed for 10 feet. Move to east southeast diagonal to Wynn.
Active Effects Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal (Activated Turn 5) If 12 pursues, Spiked Chain gets AoO. Can Hit AC8.
-Triple Blessing of Wardd Seal * Once activated, it adds 3 to your next save assuming that a save is needed during the next 10 minutes. If it is not used in that time duration, then the seal's power is lost
Hp 15Angus mage armor AC 14 d20+2=21 d6=6 d6=6 d6=2 d6=4 Tuesday January 11th, 2005 9:05:00 AM
Angus is spirits are raised at the sucess of his last scorching ray and that the group is now only facing one foe, but that foe has struck Xenia. "Hey green face! Don't pick on our girl! You are none to smart and will pay with your life."
Angus unleashes a new firey ray from his index finger at the lone green guy (#12)(Hit AC 22, Angus gets +2 on his own it turns out for 18 dam.). Angus looks at his finger and exclaims " I am getting the hang of this."
Angus looks over to Tionel"Your critters are pretty darn offensive and effective. We do not need them now, but they may have been nice 20 seconds ago. See if you can wake up Lang as he seems to have fallen asleep."
OOC: Only 0 level spells left and not happy about it.
Wynn Brightsong [AC=19, (23 vs AoO Mobility); HP=20/35] d8+3=7 Tuesday January 11th, 2005 5:12:33 PM
Wynn reaches out to Xenia and squeezes her arm in acknowledgement. He closes his eyes momentarily and begins reciting an ancient elvish verse. A blue aura surrounds his arm and hand before travelling to the site of Xenia's wound. [Cure light wounds=7 HP]
Syr (AC 18 HP 26/57) d20+7=8 d20+7=27 d20+7=27 d20+7=10 d8+5=11 d8+5=7 Tuesday January 11th, 2005 6:30:24 PM
Syr moves quickly forward 5' into the hole left by Xenia's tumble and takes a couple swings at #12. Calling to Wynn across the alley, "Make sure there is no one else around. We don't want any of these mindless things to escape."
(Attack 8, crit and confirm, ignore the last roll just wanted to see if 3 natural 20s were possible, damage 18)
Florin Jadenth-AC:18-HP:28/52 d20+9=16 d10+6=14 Tuesday January 11th, 2005 9:58:41 PM
Florin moves in close enough to hit the last remaining enemy with his glaive. He stabs at it hard. (Can hit AC:16 Damage:14)
Florin looks over his shoulder and calls to the others, "After this one is handled we better look over our wounds some. I will try a heal check and make sure no one is infected in anyway and Tionel can you pump some more healing out?"
Florin feels the wounds he has taken starting to take effect now and is happy that the battle is almost over.
Tionel d8=8 d8=5 Wednesday January 12th, 2005 12:08:17 AM
(Er...the tap was Tionel healing Syr for 9 hp. Forgot to roll and state it...braindead from too much work/school :P) Tionel nods at the comments from the others... well, he did summon creatures, and htey did well, the elf thinks to himself. He is about to say something, when he realizes they're still in a battle...albeit one almost over. Looking to the others, he chooses Florin, and moves up then taps him with the wand this time for some healing. (6 points)
Victory! (DM MikeK) d100=89 d100=18 d100=75 Wednesday January 12th, 2005 8:06:42 AM
Xenia and Wynn pitch forward and turn for a flanking attack. But by the time Angus, Syr, and Florin are through, there is very little left of #12.
Tionel applies some more healing.
The party remains standing among the remains of their attackers in the suddenly quiet alleyway.
After a brief pause, Federol creeps back up to the group. "Wow!" he exclaims nervously. Then, he shuts up and just looks around.
Angus Mage Armor AC 14 Hp 15 d20+3=9 d20+7=25 Wednesday January 12th, 2005 8:21:35 AM
Angus looks around and surveys the damage "Is everyone alright? The street sweepers are going to have a rough day."
Angus moves over to the initial battle site and sees if any of the greenies are still alive. If he finds one or more he will announce "Found one alive. Do we want to keep them that way." Angus is careful not to touch the greenies during his examination (spot 9 and knowledge arcane 25)
Xenia Wednesday January 12th, 2005 8:45:38 AM
pant pant
The low growl subsides.
Not a greenie remains standing. Xenia's slim shoulders slowly lower as they relax.
*sniff* *sniff*
The chain drops to the alley floor. The girl rogue wraps her arms around Wynn and buries her head in his chest. Her shoulders quake, and every bit of the previous adrenaline born rage rushes into her sobs.
Her words come out muffled, broken between tears, "I thought you were gonna get killed."
sheesh, hormones ...
Florin Jadenth-AC:18-HP:28/52 d20+7=14 Wednesday January 12th, 2005 3:18:37 PM
Florin slowly moves his glaive back and attaches it back to his backpack as he moves to each person in the group to look them over, only the ones injured anyway. (Heal Check:14) If he finds anything he lets the person know but otherwise he looks around at the people they just had to kill and sighs deeply, "For the first time I feel more like a animal then anything. These poor people didn't know what they were diseased and might not of known what they were really doing in their maddness."
Florin looks to the others and comments before walking back towards Ajax, "The city guard should be dispatched if they already haven't been summoned this way. I can get there pretty quick on Ajax and back so I will get them. It might be a good idea if no one is allowed near these bodies also."
Florin inless stopped or the guard shows up first will slip into the saddle of Ajax and rush off to get the guard and also summoned a healer just incase.
Wynn Brightsong [AC=19, (23 vs AoO Mobility); HP=20/35] Wednesday January 12th, 2005 7:13:36 PM
Wynn holds Xenia close against his chest as she sobs in relief. "I'm fine" he murmers into her hair, "everything is fine!" He squeezes her lightly before letting her go.
"Lets find out of Federor's friend is alive, and then if anyone knows any of these men. I want to know if they are locals who have become infected here , or if they are from elsewhere and have brought the infection with them."
Lang AC 20 HP 29/46 d20+2=19 d20+6=25 d20+6=18 Wednesday January 12th, 2005 7:32:55 PM
If the immediate threat is neutralized and nothing else attacks the group, then Lang follows Florin around as he checks over the wounded in our group, the green men and whoever the green men were attacking. He offers any advice or comments as he sees fit (heal check 19).
Lang will also check over his own wounds and his equipemnt for anything unusual.
Once done with the wounded, Lang will stand guard per Florin's direction until the guard arrives (spot 25 & listen 18).
OOC - sorry for the missed posts. I am in year-end hell.
Syr (HP 35/57) Wednesday January 12th, 2005 11:30:07 PM
Syr mumbles, "Thanks." over his shoulder as he feels Tionel's healing wand course through him. Moving ouyt into the alley he begins checking the bodies searching for any signs of affection or where they came from.
As Florin proposes getting the guards he calls out, "Sound idea, I'm one for keeping everything above the table after our experience with the Anvil Hearts. You may want them to send a runner for the druid's also as they were involved in this investigation last time." After searching the bodies, he moves to one end of the alley to prevent anyone but the guards from entering, "Wynn, wanna take the other end if you can PRY yourself away?"
Tionel Thursday January 13th, 2005 12:36:40 AM
The thin elf moves forward and begins trying to stop the diseased men from dying with some light curing spell (minor wounds I have one memorized) followed by taps with the wand...if another person stands by ready to knock 'em unconscious with a fist if they're that close to life... For the first time, he realizes that he's neglected another side of his druid training; healing and mending wounds. Never really needed to do that before, he ponders...
Now What? (DM MikeK) d100=12 d100=80 d100=4 Thursday January 13th, 2005 9:28:25 AM
In the silence of the alleyway and street, The Crimson Shields stop to take stock.
Angus, Lang, Syr, and Tionel scatter through the street to check on the status of both the green men and their victims.
Federol finds his friend. The boy simply shakes his head and sighs in resigned acceptance. The other boy is dead, as are all the victims lying in the street.
Of the green men, the group finds four already stable, and one alive but bleeding. Tionel takes care of him, making for a total of five unconscious green guys.
Wynn proposes asking around to see if anyone knows the infected folks. [Gather Information check please]
Florin mounts Ajax, and rides off in search of the City Guard. He meets them about halfway to the ramp. Cpt. Elvaran leads a troop of nearly 40 Guardsmen in a quick jog toward the fracas. Trash Level resident scatter as the Guards double time in double column down the street.
Xenia (HP 28/28) d20+15=18 d20+15=32 Thursday January 13th, 2005 11:09:26 AM
"Oh stars! Barkal!" Xenia exclaims as Wynn brings her back to the task at hand. She gives him a quick squeeze before she's off.
Kneeling next to Federol, she puts a hand on his shoulder as they look down upon the battered body of his friend. "I'm sorry," she says, "I'm sorry I got you guys mixed up in this. I am so sorry."
"But, we're going to try our darnedest to make sure this doesn't happen to anybody else." Following suspicions she had before, the rogue gives the ground in the area a good look, starting with the area they first spotted them and then tracking back. Moving to that spot, she switches lenses to get a better look at the ground.
"Hey, Lang," she calls, "any chance of tracking these guys back to where they last were? Sure be interesting to find out how a big group of Greenies like this gets into the middle of the Trash without folks getting into something of an uproar."
Rolls Spot 18 Search 32
Wynn Brightsong d20+4=15 d20+6=9 Thursday January 13th, 2005 3:50:23 PM
Wynn takes a close look at the men to see if he recognizes any of them from previous trips to the trash level and then calls out to any of the bystanders. "Do any of you recognize these men?, It's really important to find out where they came from...Please!" The bard scans the onlookers for any signs of recognition [Gather Info=15, Spot=9]
Syr Thursday January 13th, 2005 4:14:40 PM
Seeing the situation is under control, the elf takes some rope from his bag and begins tying up the unconscience green guys. He looks up interested when Xenia mentions tracking them back to where they came from.
Florin Jadenth Thursday January 13th, 2005 7:42:48 PM
Florin slows his horse and tries to keep up with Cpt. Elvaran, "Ma'am, I'm glad your on your way. I was going to summon you to help with the matter. We were investigating for the druid's about the white flowers that have been all over the trash level when we were told by one of the kids helping that some people were acting funny, when we went to investigate they attacked us. It looks like they were aflicted with the same disease as those at the GG. I'm not trying to tell you your job m'lady but you have summoned a priest right? We also need to get a member of the druids down here to help out with this, seeing as how we are dealing with some type of plant disease they might be of even more help."
Florin thinks and adds as he rides beside the lady, "You have the offer of the Crimson Shields of Hope for help in this matter. I hope we can be of some help and we all are sorry for the loss of live in our defense of ourselves, we were left with little other choice." Florin since he is saying the truth figures his words would ring true with the captain and did not need to be sweetened with sweeter words.
Lang AC 20 HP 29/46 d20+11=18 d20+5=17 Thursday January 13th, 2005 10:21:06 PM
Lang cleans and then stows all his weapons in his quiver and retrieves his quarterstaff. With a quick look at the green guys to make sure they are still subdued, Lang follows Xenia advice and begins to look around for tracks or anything else that may help them.
Tracking 18.
After that, Lang will cast Speak with Animal upon himself. He will then talk to Sunshine and see if he can pick up any trail of the greenies.
Tracking by scent 17.
Tionel d20+2=20 Friday January 14th, 2005 12:45:51 AM
Moving about, the elf looks at the five unconscious fellows. He uses a rope of his own (Got it in the christmas thing) to tie up one of them securely. (Use Rope of 20) Looking amongst the dead, he feels an immense pity swell in his heart. And yet, at the same time it isn't as horrible as the evil that men will do upon each other... This disease, as far as he knows, seems a horrible thing, but not maleficient. And yet, if it is... Tionel hopes to find out.. Soon.
Angus Mage Armor d20+6=25 d20+3=9 d20+2=18 Friday January 14th, 2005 7:23:41 AM
Angus seeing that things are getting under control stands up and takes a break and cautions the group. "I am beat, this fighting is hard work. Also, if we go and track these guys you will lose most of my spell support if we run into more nasties as I am spent. I need a good eight hours to recover at least, and that does not include my bath and cleaning my cloak."
Angus will wander over to the crowd to see what he can find out about the greenies, working the other side of the crowd from Wynn. (Gather info 25, spot 9 listen 18). Angus will use a silver piece or two to help loosen tounges if necessary.
Tales of interest (DM MikeK) Friday January 14th, 2005 9:47:01 AM
Angus and Wynn look about, and see a few dirty faces cautiously peeking out of now opening doors. They set about calming the locals while at the same time trying to learn if anyone knows the attackers.
The answer is a resounding yes.
"Sure I know 'em," one fellow snorts. "Been living here fer years. Terkal went off couple weeks ago to build that Perimon place. Said he was getting off this boat. Came back when the bugs ate it. Been kinda crazy ever since. Then, he the rest go nuts, screamin an killin an...by Alemi." The man shakes his head.
It turns out that every one of the crazies recently returned from the failed attempt to build Perimon.
Xenia and Lang (and Sunshine) set about tracking the green guys to see where they came from. The ranger and his pet don't get very far, though. All tracks lead to various doors on the street itself. It appears to Lang like the people didn't come from anywhere. They've been here all along.
Tionel and Syr tie up the unconscious men, ensuring they don't cause more harm.
Elvaran halts her troops at the sight of Florin, and mutely takes in his report. "Somehow, I thought you'd be involved," she replies by way of greeting. Her eyes flick to Ajax. "Nice horse."
"Druids are a good idea." At her quick command, two Guardsmen break ranks and jog quickly back the way they came. "As for healers," she throws her chin toward a child sized figure in white just now catching up to the tail end of the column. The halfling looks to the front and recognizes the figure on the horse. He's just as Janus described him.
"I don't even have to ask," Elvaran continues to Florin. "They just show up. He was sitting on the stoop of your place when we went by. Been following us ever since. Well, enough standing around. Let's go see your diseased attackers."
"MOVE OUT!" she bellows. And the troop heads off toward the recent fray.
[OOC -- Welcome JohnP and Belkior]
Belkior d20+5=7 3d8(3+4+5)+6=18 2d8(8+1)+6=15 2d8(4+7)+6=17 d8+5=7 d8+5=8 d20+17=27 Friday January 14th, 2005 12:27:27 PM
Belkior comes to a stop by Florin, breathing heavily from the effort of keeping up with the long-legged Guard. The halfling quickly surveys the scene, seeing the dead and injured lying on the ground and the walking wounded of the party. At first glance he doesn't notice anything unusual about most of the injured (Spot = 7). He thinks to himself, "There is definite need here for the healing that Alemi provides."
"You must be Florin Jadenth, Janus described you to me. I am Belkior Orvisson, a simple Healer of Alemi and student of Janus. Maybe she has mentioned you to me?", Belkior asks.
Glancing at Florin quickly, Belkior determines that the human paladin has been injured. Examining Florin's wounds, Belkior states "That looks like some rather nasty wounds there. Were they caused by these fellows laying about?" While he speaks, the halfling's hands glow with a soft white light while he pauses and mutters a quick prayer. (Cure Serious Wounds - 18 hp).
Moving over to the elf warrior, Belkior continues, "I've been studying with Janus and she suggested that I return to the field, to use my skills and abilities for the good of the city." Again, the halfling pauses and mutters a quick prayer. (Cure Moderate Wounds for Syr - 15 hps).
The halfling then moves to the human ranger. "I haven't been adventuring much lately," Belkior continues as he examines the wound. "If these were caused by human scratches or bites, there's a chance of infection afterwards. I should continue to check all of you." Again, a prayer and the glowing warmth flows into Lang. (Cure Moderate Wounds - 17 hp).
Finally, Belkior moves to the half-elf. "Hmm, more of the same. All of you have taken several bumps and bruises, haven't you?". The halfling considers the wounds on Wynn and twice the half-elf feels a small surge of warmth. (Cure Light Wounds twice - 7 + 8 = 15 hp)
(OOC - I think that is everyone that is injured. If I've missed someone or thing, Belkior will continue to heal.)
After healing the party, Belkior turns to the injured lying on the ground. He examines one of the dead quite closely, (Heal check = 27).
Spells memorized and remaining ============================== Level 0 ( Level 1 (Bless (x2), Sanctuary + Cure Light Wounds) Level 2 (Hold Person + Aid) Level 3 (Prayer + Magic Circle Against Evil)
Wynn Brightsong d20+6=25 Friday January 14th, 2005 7:19:36 PM
Wynn recognizes Captain Elvaran as she enters the street and and calls out to her, "My dear Captain, I see we may be of service to you yet again." He accompanies his words with a smile and a bow before continuing [Diplomacy=25]. "We have determined that these men are all from this part of the City, but recently returned from Perimon. They may have been infected by a disease while there. Perhaps the druids will be able to tell us more. In the meantime, how might we assist you?"
The bard relaxes as the soothing effects of Alemi's gift wash over him. "Thank you, Belkior. I am Wynn Brightsong of the Crimson Shields."
Angus Mage Armor Saturday January 15th, 2005 6:38:16 AM
Angus marvels at the healing gifts of the halfling. "Nice job little guy. You are quite handy. We could have used you in this scrap just a few moments ago." Angus finishes with mirth in his voice.
Angus walks over to the halfling and bends over his very tall, but very thin frame and extends his hand to the new comer. " I am Angus Deminof also of the Crimson Shields. What kind of field work do Janus and Alemi have in store for you? Does Alemi have any in at the local laundry and I will have to get my cloak cleaned after this debacle" Angus shows Belkior the small smug of dirt on the bright and colorful cloak he is wearing.
Xenia Saturday January 15th, 2005 11:08:57 AM
Whew. Xenia follows Lang out to several doorsteps before giving a sigh of relief.
"Well, at least we can kinda figure it's not something they got down here, huh?" she says to the ranger.
Uh oh ... Xenia's deeply ingrained reaction at seeing "The Guard."
"Um, Ferdol," the girl rogue says, placing a hand on the boy's shoulder, "if you wanna stick around and talk to The Guard, I'm sure they'd, you know, appreciate it. But, ah, if you're like me, you'd just rather not be around when they are, you know what I mean? Lest they get to know your face, huh?"
"I gotta stay. But, if you wanna, you know, like, fade, you go ahead." She presses a gold coin into the boy's hand, her dark hand against his, pale from the dark of the Trash Level. "Either way, you were very brave. You didn't run. I'm proud to've worked with you. You spend this good, huh? Maybe we can work together some other time."
Her eyes take one last look at the other boy. Barkal. Battered to death. Then she puts on a professional face for the guards that come streaming up the alley.
Dark of skin and darkly clad, her slim shape makes it's way casually back in the only sensible way, through the shadows of a convenient wall. Her ponytail of bound red curls sways slowly to her movement. And her green eyes take in the scene of increasing order through the lenses perched upon the bridge of her nose.
"Hi!" she waves to the butch Guard Captain, and she smiles a smile that's always somewhat overly self-conscious in the presence of The Guard. Pulling up at Wynn's shoulder, she peers around at the white clad cleric. The rogue pictures in her mind the tall tall Janus with her halfling student. "We just saw Janus," is all she says though. "She's nice."
Gotta remember to go up to Gold and make a donation. she thinks.
"Oh, pleased to meet cha," she waves a gray gloved hand again, this time in the direction of the little cleric. "Alexandria Merryman Next," she adds by way of introduction. "But call me Xenia."
A halfling! They're so cute.
Tionel d20+2=11 Saturday January 15th, 2005 12:36:09 PM
Looking over the bodies, Tionel straightens himself up when the guard shows up. He approaches them, hands raised to show they're holding nothing, then greets them with a sad nod towards the fellows. He watches the halfling bustle about skillfully mending wounds and shakes his head in dismay at his own ineptitude with such techniques. When the halfling introduces himself and the others begin introductions, Tionel chimes in, "Most people just call me Tionel." Tionel begins to do the questioning thing, asking anybody if they saw what triggered the event. (Gather info 11)
Florin Jadenth-HP:48/52 Saturday January 15th, 2005 3:39:43 PM
Florin smiles and nods as he looks to Elvaran, "True, we do our best to keep the city lively."
Florin nods again and pats Ajax's neck, "Yes, he is a great horse. You have yet to except my offer of a drink and meal m'lady. If you except like maybe tonight I will allow you a better look at Ajax here." Florin smiles to her before dismounting and mocing to his friends, leading Ajax.
Florin looks to Belkior and nods to the halfling, "Greetings Belkior, it is nice to meet you. The healing is very useful also and my gratitude." Florin leans down and holds out his hand, "My name is Florin Jadenth, also a member of the Crimson Shield of Hope and currently the leader."
Florin looks to the others and speaks up mainly to Xenia, "The child you had help should be checkout just incase. We do not want him to be infected and turned loose." Florin looks to the others and whispers, "This is part of why I didn't want to involve other people, we risk spreading the disease to others since we have no idea how it can be spread."
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