Shadow d20+10=28 d20+5=23 Tuesday April 8th, 2008 7:52:23 AM
"Let me check it out, just to be sure there no mundane traps." Shadow says as Arm suggests they check out the shadow concealed entrance.
Actions: Search=28 Listen=23
OOC: Like Arm, I supposedly will have internet at my hotel (headed to Atlanta for a conference), so I hope to be able to post the rest of the week.
Thar d20+8=22 d20+13=16 Tuesday April 8th, 2008 10:16:35 AM
"Good idea, and I'll do what I can to help" says Thar as he joins his companions in searching around the general area of the concealed entrance.
Search = +8 = 22 Spot = + 13 = 16
Edmund d20+8=18 d20+3=16 d20+1=18 Tuesday April 8th, 2008 11:32:39 AM
Edmund rises in the morning after a night filled with rather unpleasant dreams. After he composes himself and looks over his spellbooks, he surveys the scene. (Search=18, Spot=16, Listen=18)
"I suppose we're off to the hills, then, what?"
Podo d20+8=16 d20+10=24 d20+12=17 d20+5=14 d20+5=24 Tuesday April 8th, 2008 12:18:53 PM After the rest... After the fitful night's sleep, rising feeling refreshed although still a bit unnerved in this Shadowland, Podo looks around trying to discover anything not already mentioned as well as trying to hear anything that might be useful.
Flexing Skills Using what skills Podo can in this place, Podo takes notes using his Scroll Scribing Materials and wax pencils. He takes notes on the geography of the place including the mysterious SoulStorms.
Bunker hill
Having spent sometime taking notes for Podo's own knowledge, Podo stores the materials and equipment in order to join the rest of the group at an entrance to a hidden entrance in a hill.
"Has anyone of us checked this entrance for traps yet?" asks Podo to those assembled at the door. Looking at the door, Podo tries to discover if there is any debris that might give away the identity of who or what might be using this door knowing that it probably is not the Soulstorm.
Once Shadow gives the all clear sign, Podo will try to listen at the door to discover if there is anything anyone else doing the same thing has missed. Whispering, just in case, "Podo says he still has his flexible brocade light bag if they need light for exploring the hill." Podo kindly offers.
DM Sanity Info Spot DC = 16 Listen DC = 24 Knowledge(Geography) DC = 17 Knowledge(history) DC = 14 Knowledge(planes) DC = 24
Kadaz d20+1=18 Tuesday April 8th, 2008 4:55:29 PM
Kadaz looks carefully around the weird area. "I think we need to get in and get out as quick as possible. I'm worried that staying too long in this place may start to change us somehow."
In the morning he lets those who are good at look for traps, tracks, and whatever other clue may help. He spends some time sharpening his axe, but since it's adamantium, he's just wearing a hole in the sharpening stone. After a few swipes with the axe to limber up he spit polishes his shield. As he stands ready to enter he looks carefully into the darkness to see what lies ahead. (spot 18, darkvision 60')
Kirsten Tuesday April 8th, 2008 7:29:24 PM
The paladin nods at Kadaz's words. "I think Kadaz is right, the less time we spend here the better."
In the morning, Kirsten will let the others check around for traps as she takes a moment to pray and take care of her equipment.
DM Donna's Friendly Advice Tuesday April 8th, 2008 10:10:46 PM
If the players of Arm and Shadow are without internet access, I sincerely hope that their fellow players decide amongst themselves whom shall RP for those PCs, since it will be VERY important that all your party members get to post...you never know when combat may rear its even-uglier-than-normal head here in the Shadowlands.
...have a nice day.
8)
Julian Tuesday April 8th, 2008 11:14:33 PM
Julian readies his gear early in the morning, and has a breakfast or two. He looks around eagerly, and watches Shadow as he checks for traps. He is ready to go in.
Shadow Wednesday April 9th, 2008 9:40:41 AM
OOC: I do have internet access here in Atlanta so I will be able to post.
IC: If Shadow does not detect any traps, and his companions don't show any major concerns, he will enter the suspiscious shadow. He will have his rapier out just in case, and take a quick look around and then hopefully step back out to let the others know what is in there.
(Thar 2nd post) Wednesday April 9th, 2008 9:44:20 AM
Thar will watch over Shadow as he checks out the shadowed area and ready himself to jump in if needed.
Please Explore Me! - DM Donna Wednesday April 9th, 2008 7:16:05 PM
Shadow's cautious casing of the area reveals no traps...only a gap within the side of the craggy hill that is wide enough and high enough to let one person into it at a time.
Nothing is heard from within the opening, and there are no visible signs of recent passage.
Julian Wednesday April 9th, 2008 10:46:47 PM
"In you go, Shadow, or stand aside and let me in," says Julian bravely. "Though, has anybody got a light?"
Kadaz (AC 27, HP 103) Thursday April 10th, 2008 6:11:23 AM
"Well, this is certainly a job for me." The dwarf holds his axe and shield firmly, and enters the tunnel. He trusts his darkvision to give him warning of any large object in there. "Can someone with a torch come about 10' behind me?" he asks.
He warily walks into the cave, moving very slowly and carefully, testing each step before putting his full weight on the ground.
Edmund Thursday April 10th, 2008 4:59:29 PM
Edmund does not want to go into the cave, and with the usual blustering makes this obvious.
When the others go ahead, he will tag along behind, rather miserable at the whole place they are in, and desperate to get home as soon as possible.
Kirsten Thursday April 10th, 2008 4:59:58 PM
Not having a torch, and with no spell to light their path, Kirsten is of little help to Kadaz's request. However, she will fall in line with the rest of the party if they choose to enter the cave after the dwarf.
Edmund (2nd post) Thursday April 10th, 2008 9:38:05 PM
If no one has a torch, Edmund will use his Light spell to cast light on his dagger, which he will then pass along to anyone who wishes to use it as a torch--or he will hold it himself if that is what the others want.
((OOC: Sorry guys, thought someone had a torch out already.))
Thar ail Baerer Thursday April 10th, 2008 9:51:28 PM
Seeing that the fighter types are taking the lead and Shadow's skills are sufficient to detect traps, Thar moves to the rear of the party. He'll draw his weapons and carefully watch for anything come up from behind.
Podo d20+5=23 d20+5=15 d20+10=29 d20+8=25 Thursday April 10th, 2008 10:30:37 PM Into the beyond... Offering his flexible torch light bag to Kadaz ,Podo will follow Kadaz into the beyond about 10' behind him.
DM Sanity Info Spot DC = 25 Listen DC = 29 Knowledge(history) DC = 15 Knowledge(planes) DC = 23
Step by Step - DM Donna Thursday April 10th, 2008 11:03:15 PM
With the small (but important) matter of illumination settled, the members of the Mithril Order follow Kadaz and Shadow's lead, cautiously advancing into the depths of the narrow cavern, which wends its way deeper into the bowels of the hill, every bit as craggy inside as the hill was outside.
Everyone in the party with the skill to do so may make a Geology check. Applicable skills for this check are: Dungeoneering, Geology, Mining, Survival and even Knowledge of the Planes.
Anyone with the aforementioned skill making their check vs DC15, Highlight to display spoiler: { you know you're going deeper into the hill...but you think you're also going downwards, too.}
Anyone with a roll that exceeds DC15 by at least six points, Highlight to display spoiler: { yes...you ARE sure that the party is descending as you go forward--but, oddly, the approximate depth doesn't seem to put the ceiling of the tunnel more than maybe five feet under the rolling surface of the Shadowlands.}
Everyone should roll for Listen and Spot checks, too...although Podo hasn't detected anything with the checks that he's been making. (Not yet, anyhow...)
Thar d20+4=9 d20+2=18 d20+9=23 d20+13=21 d20+13=22 Friday April 11th, 2008 9:31:03 AM
As they travel downwards, Thar tries to get a feel for their direction, both horizontally and vertically.
Kadaz (AC 27, HP 103) d20+1=8 d20+1=16 Friday April 11th, 2008 10:28:05 AM
"Thanks, Podo" days Kadaz when offered the light bag, "but my hands are full." The fighter has an axe in one hand and a shield in the other. "I don't need the light, but I thought the next in line should have it to illuminate the tunnel for everyone else."
Kadaz walks carefully down the tunnel. He glances at the rock, but having grown up in a slum in Plateau City he really has no good idea of what is significant and what isn't. And he really has little training in anything other than fighting. He is primarily concerned about what is ahead of him.
(listen 8, spot 16)
DM Donna Friday April 11th, 2008 11:06:21 PM
Waiting for more people to post.
Julian d20+3=19 d20+5=9 Saturday April 12th, 2008 3:12:14 AM
Spot 19 Listen 9
Julian walks along with Podo and his light, with his falchion in both hands (set to non-lethal damage) and badgers at his heel.
Mage Armour in effect 2 other 2nd level spells used today
Kirsten d20+2=4 d20+2=14 Sunday April 13th, 2008 5:56:46 PM
She makes her way through the tunnel with the rest of the group, doing her best to stay as alert as possible in such close quarters.
Spot = 4 Listen = 14
Podo d20+8=13 d20+10=24 d20+5=15 d20+5=23 d20+12=29 Monday April 14th, 2008 12:59:20 AM Into the black... Using his flexible torch light bag, Podo keeps about 10' behind Kadaz, lighting the space around Podo trying to illuminate the path for the others in his group, but the light doesn't seems to help Podo at the moment.
Podo, using his assorted skills, tries to determine where there are relative to what Podo knows of this Plane/Geography.
DM Sanity Info Spot DC = 13 Listen DC = 24 Knowledge(history) DC = 15 Knowledge(planes) DC = 23 Knowledge(Geography) DC = 29
Shadow d20+5=19 d20+9=29 Monday April 14th, 2008 7:03:44 AM
Shadow will cautiously traverse the narrow passageway trying to pick up any sounds coming from ahead.
Actions: Listen=19 Spot=29
Arm d20+13=30 d20+7=15 Monday April 14th, 2008 8:10:36 AM
Arm aids his friend by adding his skills to the mix (listen=30, spot=15).
OOC: Sorry about not being able to post, but we were misled re: internet access..I'm back NOW, though :)
Edmund d20=13 Monday April 14th, 2008 2:18:27 PM
Edmund looks all around and does his best to figure out more about his surroundings, but nothing seems to come to him. (Survival=13) Clearly he is far too distracted, and his knowledge of such places is limited to rumour and hearsay.
Thankfully, however, he keeps quiet, fearful of disturbing anything unpleasant that might lurk within.
Which Way? - DM Donna Monday April 14th, 2008 10:01:02 PM
Some people know things...other people don't. However, whether or not those who know choose to share their knowledge, two things become apparent to all:
First, there seems to be nothing in the immediate area, as nobody in the party Spots or Hears anything untoward.
Second, the passageway widens out to about ten or so feet wide.
Oh...and there IS a third thing to note as well:
The passageway branches off so that the party must now choose: left or right?
LEFT CORRIDOR: Anyone making a Listen check of 15 or more, Highlight to display spoiler: { You hear nothing (still.)}
Anyone making a Spot check of 15 or more, Highlight to display spoiler: { You see humanoid footprints that come to and from this tunnel.}
RIGHT CORRIDOR: Anyone making a Listen check of 15 or more, Highlight to display spoiler: { You hear nothing (still.)}
Anyone making a Spot check of 15 or more, Highlight to display spoiler: { You don't see anything unusual in this area.}
Kadaz (AC 27, HP 103) d20+1=11 d20+1=12 Tuesday April 15th, 2008 5:27:22 AM
At the front of the group Kadaz comes to a branching corridor. He pauses and looks carefully left and right, trying to determine which way to go. However, he can detect no difference in either tunnel. (listen 11, spot 12)
He picks one at random and moves 5' down the right tunnel and waits for the others to catch up.
Arm d20+13=31 d20+7=25 Tuesday April 15th, 2008 6:02:15 AM
After analyzing the situation, Arm motions for the rest to take the left hand corridor, and seeks further information (listen=31, spot-25).
Shadow d20+5=16 d20+9=14 Tuesday April 15th, 2008 7:13:54 AM
Shadow pulls Kadaz back, and points down the other passageway (to the left). He tries to indicate that there was at some point humanoids traversing the tunnel. He will continue to lead the group down that corridor.
Listen=16 Spot=14
Thar Tuesday April 15th, 2008 10:37:10 AM
Being in the back of the party, Thar can't really try to spot or listen to anything worthwhile (in the front.) He continues walking silently and watching their rear position.
Edmund d20+1=3 d20+3=10 Tuesday April 15th, 2008 3:59:23 PM
At the rear of the party with Thar, Edmund is in no position to see or hear anything. He does notice, however, that those who are up front are pretty intent on going left.
Sure their eyes and ears have picked up something he has missed, he moves to follow along.
(Listen=3, Spot=10)
Kirsten d20+2=4 d20+2=21 Tuesday April 15th, 2008 8:35:36 PM
The paladin was never one for being able to pick out fine details or sounds, so she turns to follow the rest of her companions to the left, as that seems to be the direction they are moving in.
Spot = 4 Listen = 21
To the Left, To the Left..! - DM Donna Tuesday April 15th, 2008 11:24:07 PM
The Mithril Order quickly decides to take the lefthand path, as it is the one that has tracks proving it's been used by beings that can wear human-sole-shaped footwear.
DM OOC: I need a definitive marching order, please--keep in mind that, although there were two different paths to take, each one was now about ten feet wide, so the party doesn't HAVE to remain single-file.
Arm d20+13=22 d20+7=16 Wednesday April 16th, 2008 5:57:34 AM
Arm moves beside Shadow and, weapon at the ready, moves forward along with him, scanning for danger at all times (listen=22, spot=16).
Kadaz (AC 27, HP 103) Wednesday April 16th, 2008 6:31:42 AM
Kadaz gives a quizzical look at Shadow, and then looks again at the floor. But the clues that Shadow found remain hidden to the fighter. He gives a shrug but starts down the left tunnel.
Kadaz remains in front of the group, on the right hand side of the corridor, just in case someone wants to stand beside him. This keeps the tunnel wall to his right, his shield on his left, and his axe ready to hit anything in front of him.
Shadow d20+5=19 d20+9=15 Wednesday April 16th, 2008 7:06:21 AM
Shadow will remain in the front of the group scouting, and is comforted by Arm joining him. He will continue to scan around him. (He will move over to the left hand side of the tunnel leaving the right side for Arm.)
Actions: Listen=19 Spot=15
Thar Wednesday April 16th, 2008 10:11:54 AM
Thar follows his companions and turns left in the corridor. He does keep an eye out for anything suspicous (i.e. free check on secret doors w/in 5' that he passes) and watches his surroundings closely.
He'll say in the last row and to Edmund, he'll say "Want to join me in the last rank?"
Edmund Wednesday April 16th, 2008 12:25:10 PM
Edmund nods to Thar and moves to walk beside him. The farther they go, the less he likes the situation.
Kirsten Wednesday April 16th, 2008 12:27:28 PM
The paladin will take her place at the center of the group. She seems relieved that the tunnel has at least opened up somewhat, liking this much better than being stuck in a single file line. It's a good thing she isn't... claustrophobic.
Julian Wednesday April 16th, 2008 6:13:15 PM
Julian takes a place as close to the front as possible, second rank perhaps, behind Shadow and Kadaz. "I like this, I'm ready for anything."
Watch this Space - DM Donna Thursday April 17th, 2008 1:30:06 AM DM OOC: sorry for the late post--I worked second shift. I'm also waiting for a map that I would LOVE to be able to show the players...when I get it.
After about a half an hour of very cautious progress, the party enters a large cavern (it's roughly about forty feet around with a ceiling height of maybe fifteen feet.) Opposite the tunnel entrance is what appears to be a pair of twelve-foot-tall carved doors--a gateway. In front of this gate are a pair of black armored guards wearing full plate mail and helms that hide their faces.
The armored figures do not move nor do they make any noise or otherwise indicate that they've heard, seen or detected the party.
Arm d20+13=30 d20+7=8 Thursday April 17th, 2008 5:55:31 AM
Arm holds up a hand to halt those behind him, and whispers back what he sees. Before attempting to enter the cavern, he scans the immediate area for more enemies, but for some reason can't see very much. (listen=30, spot=8 nat. 1)
Shadow d20+5=25 d20+9=18 Thursday April 17th, 2008 9:38:57 AM
Shadow will stop once the group gets to the cavern. He will look around to see if there is anything other than the doors and the guards.
Actions: Listen=25 (nat 20) Spot=18
Podo d20+8=28 d20+10=27 d20+5=20 d20+5=10 d20+12=29 Thursday April 17th, 2008 10:14:49 AM Left we go... Using his flexible torch light bag, Podo keeps about 10' behind Kadaz, lighting the space around Podo trying to illuminate the path for the others in his group, but the light doesn't seems to help Podo at the moment.
Podo, using his assorted skills, tries to determine where there are relative to what Podo knows of this Plane/Geography. Trying his skills while walking left towards the unknown, Podo doesn't fill that his knowledge of the planes is helping, whishing he had dungeoneering.
DM Sanity Info Spot DC = 28 (NAT 20) Listen DC = 27 Knowledge(history) DC = 20 Knowledge(planes) DC = 10 Knowledge(Geography) DC = 29
Thar ail Baerer Thursday April 17th, 2008 12:09:16 PM
From his back position, Thar can't see much ahead of him. However, once he hears that there are two formidably armed guards in front of a pair of doors, he begins to worry about what they're walking into.
For now, he'll maintain his position and hope that his healing skills won't be needed in the next few minutes.
Map, Anyone..? - DM Donna Thursday April 17th, 2008 1:30:17 PM
Here is a map so that you can have your PCs act accordingly. Anyone who has posted already may post again now that there is something for you see what the layout is like:
Kadaz d20+1=6 Thursday April 17th, 2008 4:32:24 PM
Kadaz looks at the two guards by the door. He whispers ahead, "Shadow, do the tracks you say you can see head for that door?"
The fighter looks around some more for a different threat, wondering if there is something else in this cave. (spot 6)
Julian Thursday April 17th, 2008 6:17:07 PM
Julian looks ahead, between Shadow and Kadaz. He is itching to rush forward but he has learned from others the value of reconnaissance and negotiation. However, in actual fact, Julian has learned that others become rather cranky with him when he acts impulsively. Julian moves forward in line with Shadow on the right near the wall.
OOC I like the map
Edmund Thursday April 17th, 2008 7:39:28 PM
Edmund doesn't like this one bit, and the two armoured guards fill him with dread.
He sheathes his dagger and gets ready to cast any spells that might be needed in the circumstances, but he makes sure not to fall too far behind everyone else. In fact, he moves over to the left to be near to Kirsten and Thar.
Once he gets there, he shoots Kirsten a glance which seems to say, "I told you we shouldn't have come in here."
Arm Friday April 18th, 2008 6:02:46 AM
Arm motions for Kadaz to join them up front, and when the party is ready waves them forward, stopping about 50' from the "guards". When they are close enough, he calls out, "We have been asked by your master to meet with him. Let us pass, if you please.".
OOC: I assumed as each square was 10', so feel free to correct my position if I was mistaken ;)
Shadow d20+5=14 d20+9=25 Friday April 18th, 2008 7:12:36 AM
Shadow will look around the cavern and see where there are shadows and where there are none (if there are any shadows, not sure of the lighting of the cavern). He will move foward, but off to the right side of the cavern. He does not want to take any chances if these 'guards' turn out to be not friendly.
Actions: Listen=14 Spot=25
Kirsten Friday April 18th, 2008 10:54:40 AM
Kirsten will move forward, though only a few steps so as to be closer to the others should anything go amiss. The paladin rolls her eyes at Edmund's glance, and resists the urge to stick her tongue out at the mage.
As Arm speaks, she tenses and waits to see if there will be any response from those guards.
Thar Friday April 18th, 2008 1:23:05 PM
Thar will remain where he is, and puts away his swords in exchange for his bow.
He adds in a concerned tone, "Um guys... We don't even know if those things are alive. Could they be magically enchanted armor that are acting as guards? Whatever they are, they are going to be formidable foes in melee combat, due to their armor."
The Way In - DM Donna Saturday April 19th, 2008 1:06:43 AM
The only source of light is that which the Mithril Order is carrying with them.
After having made his announcement, Arm has to wonder if Thar's theory about the guards being magically-animated armor or statues of some kind might not have merit, as the pair don't make any sound nor movement to acknowledge the party's presence.
Then, suddenly, the two figures move away from each other so that they flank the large, carved double doors, clearing the way for the group to step forward and proceed on through.
DM WARNING TO JULIAN'S PLAYER Saturday April 19th, 2008 1:13:44 AM
We are swiftly approaching the possibility of combat, and the character sheet for Julian is STILL not on the Woldipedia page with the rest of the group's...
If it isn't there by Monday (or, at least, emailed to me at donnlapATaolDOTcom), then Julian isn't going to be allowed to DO anything in any situations that call for any kind of skill checks, ability checks, saving throws, attack, defense and/or damage checks until I have a copy of it.
Thar ail Baerer Saturday April 19th, 2008 10:27:39 AM
As the figures move away from the door, Thar's apprehension level lowers somewhat, but not enough to make him content.
He doesn't feel the need to say anything more, and will follow the lead of the rest of the group. He does however put away his bow and removes his short swords from their scabbards, although keeping them by his side as to not appear a threat.
Podo d20+5=18 d20+8=28 d20+10=16 d20+5=20 d20+5=15 d20+12=32 Saturday April 19th, 2008 4:01:16 PM Honor Guards Podo uses his flexible torch light bag, to illuminate the cave area the group is in. Hopefully, it sheds enough light to keep the guards, and the door visable, yet still provide enough shadows to hide in.
What to do... Podo looks intently at the two guards hoping that his experience with the arcane can arouse memories relating to these two guards; are they real or are they constructs?
Using his skills, Podo looks & listens in this cave; spot & listen; for levels,mechanisms, or other means of entrance beyond those two large doors. In addition, Podo will use this knowledge skills in Geography, Planes, and history to give him some advantage in this daunting situation. Not being a dedicated warrior, he hopes his discoveries bring his an insight that will help him should this encounter take a turn for the worst.
Podo will try to keep pace with the group staying within 3 paces of last.
DM Sanity Info Spot DC = 28 (NAT 20) Listen DC = 16 Knowledge(arcane)DC = 18 Knowledge(history) DC = 20 Knowledge(planes) DC = 15 Knowledge(Geography) DC = 32 (NAT 20)
Jon-Paul Saturday April 19th, 2008 4:05:49 PM
OOC: I apologize for the lack of posts, I was away on business and although I had internet access,wasn't able to post.
Julian the Protector AC 22, hp 63 Saturday April 19th, 2008 5:41:02 PM
Julian watches as the guards part to allow entry.
"Do we have to talk about this all day, or shall we just enter. I'll go first..."
Julian places his falchion in its scabbard and begins to walk towards the door. His two badgers and dog are close behind.
Julian OOC Saturday April 19th, 2008 5:44:33 PM
OOC: woohoo - it worked
DM Donna OOC: almost...I clicked on the link you provided but it says that I don't have permission to access the document. You should make sure to PUBLISH the CS so that anyone can see it on the web.
Edmund Saturday April 19th, 2008 6:26:00 PM
((OOC: Julian-player, you need to set permissions on your document so the rest of us can actually view your sheet, hehe. There was an e-mail sent out explaining how to do this, and who you should mail the link to in order to get it on the Plateau City page.))
Edmund does his best to stay close to the others, trying to find a way to look as inconspicuous as possible. "Are you sure this is wise?" he asks in a way which implies that he doesn't think it is wise at all. "Perhaps we should just explain that it is all a mistake and can we please go home."
Assuming the others continue to ignore his suggestions, Edmund will tag along rather miserably, trying to surround himself with them.
Kadaz (AC 27, HP 103) Saturday April 19th, 2008 8:16:22 PM
Kadaz walks with the others towards the standing guards. "I'll stand next to the one on the right" he says. "That way, if he tries to stop us he'll have to get by me." Kadaz moves to interpose himself between the right statue and the rest of the party.
Kirsten Sunday April 20th, 2008 7:51:32 PM
Kirsten winces as they near the guards, she doesn't exactly like the idea of walking through the entryway and leaving these two behind... to potentially block their path.
The paladin lets out a sigh, and remains on her guard as they inch forward.
Arm d20+7=27 Monday April 21st, 2008 5:58:57 AM
When they reach the door, Arm searches to see if there are handles on them (spot=27-nat. 20). Thinking there couldn't be traps on the doors with guards as formidable as these, he tentatively pulls and/or pushes on the handles, or the doors themselves if they have none.
Shadow d20+9=28 d20+5=19 Monday April 21st, 2008 12:17:04 PM
Shadow will approach the doors cautiously and see if there is anything unusual (or dangerous) about them that he can see. Checking for traps and such before the group touches them.
Actions: Spot=28 Listen=19
Slowly They Turned...NOT - DM Donna Monday April 21st, 2008 7:17:55 PM
Everyone in the group takes as many precautions as they can.
No traps are found.
No sounds are heard.
Nothing unusual is spotted.
And the two human-sized armored figures...remain still, doing nothing as the party approaches the double doors.
Arm takes hold of the handles to the doors and easily opens the portal, pushing the carved doors open to reveal a long, ten-foot wide hallway that appears to be lit by an unseen source.
Julian / Robert Monday April 21st, 2008 7:18:29 PM
ooc: published! http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=dfn4386n_0fk9vxnhd&hl=en
Edmund Monday April 21st, 2008 9:42:31 PM
Edmund eyes the armoured titans warily and, as Arm pushes open the doors, he looks inward. Rather than being cheered by this, he sets his teeth in frustration.
"But why is it so easy?" he hisses.
Kirsten Monday April 21st, 2008 10:44:33 PM
She nods when she hears Edmund speak, thinking the very same thing as she looks around the place. It seems strange to her that they weren't be attacked by those figures and wonders if there might be something worse waiting for them at the end of the corridor.
Podo Tuesday April 22nd, 2008 12:44:03 AM Seems to easy... Using his flexible torch light bag, Podo keeps pace with the group while warily glancing back at the two armed statues flanking the door.
Julian d20+3=10 d20+5=13 Tuesday April 22nd, 2008 4:48:00 AM
Julian bravely strides between the guards into the next room. He pauses to look around, slowly redrawing his falchion, before moving further into the hallway. "The way home, do you think?" Spot 10 Listen 13
OOC: does the google-doc work now? http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=dfn4386n_0fk9vxnhd&hl=en
DM OOC: Your CS is now showing up just fine. Thank you very much.
Arm d20+13=26 d20+7=16 Tuesday April 22nd, 2008 6:02:05 AM
Arm shakes his head at Julian, "I doubt it, my friend," as he follows him into the hallway, looking around as he does so (listen=26, spot=16).
Kadaz Tuesday April 22nd, 2008 6:19:10 AM
Kadaz stands in front of the motionless guard until the last person has entered the corridor. If the guards remain motionless, he enters, now the last one in line. "I bet they won't be so accommodating on the way out," he comments.
Shadow d20+5=11 d20+9=17 Tuesday April 22nd, 2008 7:03:53 AM
Shadow will enter the hallway and keep alert for anything going on. He will look around and try to see he can hear anything. "I don't like this, but moving on."
Actions: Listen=11 spot=17
Thar Tuesday April 22nd, 2008 9:34:10 AM
Thar will maintain his position in the back, as Kadaz joins them. To Ed, he asks "Do you mind if I stay in this rank (and thus you would go forward 1 rank), so Kadaz and I can form a wall of those guards decide they don't want us to leave?"
He keeps his hands close to his weapons, not happy about being in these confined spaces.
Edmund d20+3=22 d20+1=15 Tuesday April 22nd, 2008 4:46:17 PM
Edmund nods to Thar. "Sounds like a plan to me--whatever keeps our backs guarded."
Edmund will then move up a bit, allowing Kadaz to take his place (if they are still in files, otherwise disregard). He casts a cautious glance around, looking for anything unusual or suspicious.
(Spot=22, Listen=15)
Arm d20+13=25 d20+7=18 Wednesday April 23rd, 2008 5:59:57 AM
Arm boldly continues forward, though Kadaz' musings leave him a bit disconcerted. He DOES slow his steps a bit as he takes more careful notice of their surroundings (listen=25, spot=18).
Shadow d20+5=11 d20+9=15 Wednesday April 23rd, 2008 7:05:50 AM
Shadow will continue forward with Arm and continue to keep a watchful eye on his surroundings. He however is a caught up in the groups musing, so is not able to focus as much as he would like.
Actions: Listen=11 Spot=15
DM Donna Wednesday April 23rd, 2008 9:29:04 PM
OOC: bear with me a bit...trying to work around Real Life at the moment...
Arm Thursday April 24th, 2008 5:58:39 AM
Arm waits for the rest of the group to catch up, so they may move as a group.
Shadow Thursday April 24th, 2008 7:09:31 AM
Shadow will wait with Arm for the rest of the group to catch up with them.
Movin' Right Along - DM Donna Thursday April 24th, 2008 2:36:39 PM OOC: thank you for being patient. On with the game!
All senses at the ready, the party advances into the roughly ten-foot-wide, rough-hewn corridor. At about twenty-five feet or so, the passageway tees off: a ten-foot-wide branch goes to the left, and a ten-foot-wide branch goes to the right. The right-hand path slopes downward visibly.
Anyone making a Spot check of 15 or more, Highlight to display spoiler: { You can see that the trail of footprints ends in the very middle of the intersection.}
Anyone making a Listen check of 20 or more, Highlight to display spoiler: { You believe that you can hear a sort of rustling noise coming from the righthand corridor.}
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Podo d20+8=23 d20+10=30 d20+12=27 Thursday April 24th, 2008 8:29:35 PM Crossroads Using his skills, Podo can make out the trail of footprints ends in the very middle of the intersection & believes that he hears a sort of rustling noise coming from the right hand corridor.
Discovering this, Podo wastes to time making these discoveries know to the rest of the group is a whispering tone.
Plans... Podo makes sure to be on his best guard by withdrawing his blunted spiked chain from his haversack, making sure he is prepared in this narrow crossroads.
DM Sanity Info Spot DC = 23 Listen DC = 30 (NAT 20) Knowledge(Geography) DC = 27
Arm d20+13=27 d20+7=23 Friday April 25th, 2008 6:00:44 AM
After receiving the info, Arm says to the rest, "Let's follow the footprints, but those in the back keep a sharp eye out for anything behind us.".
Before they reach the end of the prints, Arm motions to Shadow to check the area for possible traps. As he does do, Arm lends his skills to the search (listen=27, spot=23).
Kadaz d20+1=16 Friday April 25th, 2008 6:40:55 AM
Now at the back of the party, Kadaz looks behind them to see if anyone is coming up at them. He trusts those now at the front of the party to pick a path. (spot 16)
Shadow d20+5=14 d20+9=19 d20+10=30 Friday April 25th, 2008 7:08:03 AM
Shadow will join Arm in searching the intersection. He will spend a little extra time to make sure there are no mechanical traps.
Actions: Listen=14 Spot=19 Search=30 (nat. 20)
Thar Friday April 25th, 2008 10:46:57 AM
Thar continues following the group. He looks over at Kadaz and gives him a grim look when he hears about the footprints and rustling ahead. "It sounds like we're about to get into something big. Are you ready to have some fun?" he adds with a wry grin.
Decisions, Decisions - DM Donna Friday April 25th, 2008 6:03:36 PM
Podo has informed the group that the footprints end/disappear in the middle of the intersection. There are two directions to pick from: the left-hand tunnel, which appears to be more or less level...and the right-hand tunnel, which slopes downward and seems to have rustling noises coming from it.
Edmund d20+3=10 d20+1=13 Friday April 25th, 2008 10:11:24 PM
On hearing of the strange footprints and the rustling noise, Edmund considers the situation for a moment.
"Footprints that just disappear? Perhaps there is a trap door there--or maybe it isn't what it appears? A closer look is in order."
(Spot=10, Listen=13)
Thar d20+13=18 d20+8=17 Saturday April 26th, 2008 11:25:18 AM
Hearing the discussion ahead, Thar agrees with Edmund's point and volunteers to help search for whatever lead to the disappearance of the footsteps.
Spot = +13 = 18 Search = +8 = 17
Julian d20+3=23 Sunday April 27th, 2008 11:56:08 PM
As the others consider the footprints on the floor, Julian looks up searching for an answer to the mystery.
Spot 23 (natural 20!)
OOC sorry for the missed post - we're changing ISP and there has been unforeseen problems.
Spot, Look & Listen - DM Donna Monday April 28th, 2008 1:51:53 AM
Spotting and Searching reveal only that the footprints cease in the center of the intersection--the ground is whole and doesn't hide any trap doors.
Listening confirms the slight rustling sounds from the sloping tunnel on the right.
Kadaz d20+1=13 Monday April 28th, 2008 5:34:58 AM
Kadaz looks up at the ceiling, looking for any unusual coloring that might indicate a trap door. That could explain why the tracks stop. (spot 13)
Arm Monday April 28th, 2008 6:05:03 AM
Arm waits for Kadaz' estimate of the ceiling before they proceed further.
OOC: Sorry, but I'm confused..the footprints go down a tunnel and end at an intersection? If so, is it a 4-way, 3-way, etc.?
Shadow d20+5=22 d20+9=12 d20+10=12 Monday April 28th, 2008 7:11:58 AM
Shadow is very onfused by what has been said, 'footprints that just disappear/stop' he is not feeling very comfortable right now.
After the group determines that there is nothing wrong with the intersection, Shadow will move into it and try to see if there is anything noticeable down each corridor. He will then lead the group down whichever corridor they determine to go down.
Actions: Listen=22 Spot=12 Search=12
Julian Monday April 28th, 2008 7:43:58 AM
Seeing nothing above, and noticing Kadaz also looking up, the brave halfling gives the dwarf(? Kadaz) a nudge to go left.
Podo d20+8=17 d20+10=26 d20+12=30 Monday April 28th, 2008 8:36:30 AM Crossroad Footprints... Podo also realizes that the footprints stop right here. "Perhaps there is a secret passage either in the walls or the floor, or even worse, its a trap?" mentions Podo to the group? Using his skills, Podo tries to detect the floors, walls for hidden passageways and discover what that noise is without finding its source!
DM Sanity Info Spot DC = 17 Listen DC = 26 Knowledge(Geography) DC = 30
Thar Monday April 28th, 2008 11:50:10 AM
"Well, I can't find anything," Thar says as he is unable to locate any reason for the footprints stopping.
He'll return to his place at the back of the line and wait for the group to decide which direction to follow.
Kirsten Monday April 28th, 2008 1:07:46 PM
She stands by quietly, knowing that her rather inadequate seeing and listening skills will be of little use here. She looks around the cavern, waiting for what will be decided next by the others.
Edmund Monday April 28th, 2008 6:06:00 PM
Edmund is extremely puzzled by the disppearing footprints.
"Perhaps whoever it was teleported away from this point?" he theorises. "If there's no mechanical device or such, it must have been magic."
Arm Tuesday April 29th, 2008 6:02:10 AM
Getting a better grasp of the situation, Arm nods to Shadow and points to the wall opposite where the footprints stop, adding "Be careful, my friend.". To Kadaz he says, "Perhaps you can help Shadow?".
Kadaz d20=20 Tuesday April 29th, 2008 6:45:06 AM
Kadaz looks around but sees no threat. "Ok Arm. Good idea." He walks over behind Shadow and asks "May I help look?"
(aid another check = 20, so Shadow gets +2 on his search check)
Shadow d20+10=17 d20+9=17 d20+5=22 Tuesday April 29th, 2008 7:06:43 AM
Seeing a flat area of wall in front of the group, Shadow will search that wall carefully. Trying to see if there is anything unusual about the wall. He will run his hands over the surface to see if there is a change in feeling and if any breaks, cracks or unusual bumbs.
Actions: Search=17 Spot=17 Listen=22
Thar ail Baerer d20+13=24 d20+8=21 Tuesday April 29th, 2008 10:19:24 AM
Noticing what Shadow and Kadaz are doing, Thar moves forward and takes a spot near them. "Maybe we'll get lucky" he wryly says to both.
He then begins searching and trying to find evidence of any secret doors, traps or anything out of the ordinary.
Spot = +13 = 24 Search = +8 = 21
Edmund Tuesday April 29th, 2008 8:19:02 PM
Edmund watches the others searching the wall, doing his best to think how footprints could disappear.
"Most confusing," he mutters to himself.
Kirsten Tuesday April 29th, 2008 8:20:27 PM
She looks around with the others, though wonders how it would have been possible for footprints to merely disappear. Kirsten will leave the spotting and searching to the others, however, having never been any good at such things.
Searching, Searching - DM Donna Wednesday April 30th, 2008 12:34:43 AM
The Mithril Order does a most thorough job of searching and spotting...only there are no doors to find--none in the ground, none in the wall...and the ceiling is still maybe fifteen or more feet high, but in view of the expert skills being executed--there are none in the ceiling, either.
There are still two passageways: one goes left, and the right one slopes noticeably downward, as well as having the sounds of faint rustling coming from it.
Podo d20+8=20 d20+10=28 d20+12=21 Wednesday April 30th, 2008 1:07:19 AM X marks the spot... Podo gets a sudden idea. Walking to the area known as "X", Podo strolls up to the spot and stands on it, while listening to the area and looking around. In addition, Podo hopes that perhaps his knowledge in Geography might help he determine if the "X" is somehow significant?!
DM Sanity Info Spot DC = 20 Listen DC = 28 Knowledge(Geography) DC = 21
Arm Wednesday April 30th, 2008 6:06:13 AM
Arm waits to see if anything happens to Podo, then suggests, "Well, this mystery is best left for later contemplation. Let's start with the 'silent corridor' but keep an eye on our rear flank for danger. With that, he sets off, hoping that Shadow will accompany him.
Shadow d20+5=21 d20+9=22 Wednesday April 30th, 2008 7:01:33 AM
Seeing Arm move off to the left, Shadow will hurry up to keep up with him. He will keep listening and looking for anything unusual as they head down the tunnel.
Actions: Listen=21 Spot=22
Thar Wednesday April 30th, 2008 1:49:33 PM
Thar returns to his position in the rear, and nods to Kadaz as he follows the rest of the group.
Edmund Wednesday April 30th, 2008 2:44:29 PM
Agreeing with Arm's suggestion, Edmund moves to the centre of the party and follows along.
Kadaz Wednesday April 30th, 2008 6:18:16 PM
Kadaz moves with the party, but since it's moving very slowly (checking for tracks and traps at the front of the line) he has no problem walking backwards, facing back towards the intersection. Trouble may come at them from the corridor they bypassed and he intends to be ready.
Julian Wednesday April 30th, 2008 7:25:29 PM
The armoured halfling moves along with the group in the second rank. His breastplate armour clanks now and then.
Kirsten Wednesday April 30th, 2008 8:03:56 PM
The paladin moved down the corridor with the others, her hand resting subtly on her warhammer. Kirsten moved near the center of the party.
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