ADM David Promises made... Wednesday July 14th, 2010 7:33:18 PM
One minute passes and neither group sees or hears from the other as Malgant catches up to where Aztyr is and Whysper searches the Harpies on shore. On each Harpy you find A strong looking, well cared for bow A well crafted chainmail shirt A potion A ring.
Any Harpies that died over the water are slowly floating downstream
The Bailani answers Aztyr. " My name is Aldallh Sirhan. You have summoned me to help fight against an evil foe and I would come again if you called me even though it may cost me my life. Until we meet again fair lady." The last is said with a deep bow accompanied by a sweeping flourish of his loose desert clothing. As the flurish ends he fades out of sight like a heat formed mirage.
The Harpy soul blinks in surprise at Vauhwyt's offer. " You would raise my chick, even though it is not yours? You are not of my kind and I do not know how you will show my chick that the world is a harsh place and you only have what you can take, either by force or by guile, but as I am dead and I fear none of my sisters will reach her to rear her themselves I accept your promise. I WILL watch you from Gargul's realm to see that you uphold it. She proceeds to tell Vauhwyt what she asks. She tells her where to find their nest, atop a high evergreen tree. She tells where to find it and mentions that the Eggs have not hatched yet, but will within hours. She describes the care, or lack there of that a Harpy child can expect. She also details the diet of the child which is almost completely carnivorous and is usually made up of sentient humanoids as food. About her recent past she tells the truth as far as any of you can detect. ( I know what story I want to make up, but I don't have the answers to your specific questions. Ask them of Glenn when he returns and he and I have had a chance to confer.)
After another minute Val receives a message from Malgant in the form of a sending " All of the Harpies are dead, are you all safe? We need to find the nest. Come help us look. Flight will fade soon, hurry." Val may respond with up to 25 words immediately.
2 minutes have passed since the end of the fight. While all that Vauhwyt wants to do may take alot of time, the answering of these simple questions is pretty straightforward. The Harpy wants her chick safe and will not hesitate to do what she can from beyond the grave to help Vauhwyt find the chick to make that happen. As Val said though convincing Malgant may be a whole 'nother task.
Moderate Fortification, AC 29, 128/128 hp Malgant Wednesday July 14th, 2010 7:37:08 PM
After Malgant heals himself and gathers up the Harpy's belongings he looks toward the river for signs that the others are coming before their fly spells wear off. Not seeing them he begins to pray and sends a message to Val.( cast Sending see above for text )
Spells( * indicates a used spell) 0 Level( 6) Create water x2, detect magic*, Mending , Purify food and drink x2
1st Level (6+1) Domain enlarge person, comprehend languages, protection from evil* , divine favor x2, enlarge person x2
2nd Level( 5+1) Domain Bulls strength, Shield Other, Lesser Restoration, Shatter, Zone of Truth, Hold person
3rd Level (5+1) Domain Magic Vestment*, Magic Vestment x2**, Water Breathing x2, Water Walk
4th level (5+1) Domain Divine Power*, Divine Power, Freedom of Movement x2, Discern Lies, Sending*
Spell Effects -Magic Vestment on armor to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on shield to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on Vauhwyt's shield to make the bonus +3 .... 13 hour duration cast at 6 am -Greater Magic Weapon by Vauhwyt on Malgant's Longsword to make the bonus +3 ... 24 hour duration (rod of lesser extend used) cast at 6 am -Spell immunity on Val vs Fireball, Lightning bolt and Ice Storm 1265 rounds -Spell resistance 25 on Malgant 96 rounds -Protection from Evil 98 round duration -Fly, on Malgant 111 rounds duration -10 of 10 Haste 'charges' used for today
Whysper (AC 23 (24 Haste) - HP 40/52) d20+20=28 ; Wednesday July 14th, 2010 9:14:53 PM
Whysper gathers up the belonging of the two haripes (H4 and H7) into her haversack. They will be shared with the party at a later date.
"Well, the fly spell seems to have worn off me" she says rejoining the group "and I don't fancy swimming across. If boat is the only way, then so be it - but I don't like it"
She casts her eyes up and down stream to try and find a safer way across - shallow waters, bridge, anything that means she can stay dry.
Spot: 28
Moderate Fortification, AC 29, 128/128 hp Malgant Wednesday July 14th, 2010 9:37:34 PM
OOC Whysper, your fly spell was cast by the same person as my fly spell and had the same duration 13 minutes or 130 rounds, I have 111 left you must have at least 100 rounds left.
Aztyr AC 21 (AC 12/20 w Mage Armor+Shield - HP 120/120) & Jynx (AC 20 - HP 60/60) Wednesday July 14th, 2010 9:38:53 PM
Aztyr shoves the belongings from the first ashed harpy into her haversack. She looks across the river and yells, "Get over here, others can carry you if needed." She expects the shout to get muffled by the river, but at least she tried.
Mage Armor (cast at 6 am 26 hour duration) Protection from Evil (100 of 130 rounds) Fly (106 of 130 rounds)
Spells in effect on others:
Fly, on Malgant (101 rounds duration) Fly on Valanthe (102 rounds duration) Fly on Vauhwyt (103 rounds duration)
Moderate Fortification, AC 29, 128/128 hp Malgant Wednesday July 14th, 2010 9:39:47 PM
OOC Nevermind, apparently the prelude to a combat we didn't prep for took 10 minutes and ate your fly.
Valanthe AC 32/ 25 vs intangible HP 142/ 156, Light Fortifacation, Spell Immunity Fireball, Lightning Bolt, Ice Storm, Protection From Evil, Flight Thursday July 15th, 2010 12:02:39 AM
Valanthe begins to fly across the river, even carrying one that cannot fly themselves (if needed). To Malgant she responds with Everybody is fine. I will try but my armor is heavy and the flight is slow. Vauhwyt has answers.
Whysper (AC 23 (24 Haste) - HP 40/52) Thursday July 15th, 2010 12:51:21 AM OOC: There was a half-elf, who swallowed her fly... :)
Vorelle [AC 26; HP 63/102] Thursday July 15th, 2010 1:44:43 AM
"I don't like boats, either," Vorelle tells Whysper with a sympathetic smile. "But I agree; it's better than swimming."
Just in case the flying doesn't work out, Vorelle sets about helping Appollo make a raft.
Vauhwyt and Mookie Thursday July 15th, 2010 6:07:35 AM
Vauhywt makes her deal and swears her oath. [OOC: Thanks for that! I'm more than happy to await further details, if any.]
She has a really important question for the dead soul, however: Where are the prisoners? And where is any other loot or wealth?
She invites the spirit to stay with her while she recovers the eggs, or to depart to the Lands of Rest, as she prefers.
I'm pretty sure Vauhwyt had enough Fly to get to the other side. However, she DOES have a mundane rowboat she has cast Shrink Item on, and she will unshrink it and offer it to anyone who needs to get across the river. She recovers any bodies floating in the river. "The folks at the Tears of the Wood don't need to find these floating downstream."
She also has the shrunken body of a freshly killed cow with her, which she will cook later to give the fledgelings their first meal.
But the first priority is to get the whole group together, tell everyone what she has learned, and of the deal she has made to raise the fledglings.
Ashira AC30, HP120/120, Fly, Barkskin Thursday July 15th, 2010 8:44:43 AM
Busily cleaning her gear, Ashira grins as she watches Appolo flirting with Vorelle. Somethings never change. Watching Vauhwyt's interrogation, she's impressed. Her friend has come a long way since last they met! As the rowboat is produced, the ranger offers to man the oars...something she's more than familiar with. It has, however, been some time since she's done it, and she has a couple of flubs trying to get the boat on course, but she does manage to get it over to the other side eventually. She grins as she rows as hard as she can...feeling the familiar burn in her arms. Though she doesn't complain, the rowboat gets noticeably slower before they finally reach the shore. Covered in a thin layer of sweat, Ashira rubs her arms as she disembarks the boat. "Well, shall we..."
Appolo Ac 34 HP55/106 Boots of Speed. Thursday July 15th, 2010 2:13:07 PM
Appolo helps disassemble the wagon and make a raft.he then help oar it across the the river.Once across with the others.Appolo approaches Vahwyr"So what did the harpy have to say?"
ADM David Promises made... Thursday July 15th, 2010 4:25:19 PM
Everyone still flying has more than enough flight time left to cross the river and reach the nest. ( my goodness folks, it's a little under a half mile, not on Mars). Vauhwyt gathers the bodies and as she does she learns from examining them that the have dark, possibly black tipped wings, which fade to gery as the get closer to the torso. The torso is covered in dirty white feathers, matted with filth and gore. Hygiene is not terribly important to Harpies apparently. The souls asks if Vauhwyt will continue to hold onto her until she sees her chick delivered to safety. The pull of the Woldsblood is strong and she fears she may be pulled away unless Vauhwyt holds onto her.
Each of the Harpies has the same treasure as noted above. The leader has aditional loot. The captive Harpy soul explains that they rarely leave anything of value behind, all of their wealth is in material goods on their person.
When asked where the captives are kept the Harpy looks at Vauhwyt with a puzzled gaze. " With the eggs of course. Hatching is a very tough process. Food needs to be readily at hand when it is completed." The party is united again. Since the slow process of rowing was used instead of flight fifteen minutes have passed and all flight durations are now used up. Increment any other spells appropriately.
Please let me know if you REALLY want to disassemble the wagon instead of using the provided rowboat Appolo. This will add at least an hour to the process of crossing the river and Vauhwyt will begin getting nagged mercilessly for the delays. The captives may suffer as well.
OOC Also, If you are not currently hasted, remove it from your header. You are responsible for editing your header and keeping track of spells. Appolo is out of Haste for today, as is Whysper. As I am currently learning, the DM has alot of stuff to keep track of on his side of a fight without having to do math and bookkeeping for the players. Next week, I will start going through character sheets to help clarify some things that hurt my brain when I read them. If you can not access your character sheet you will need to rewrite it. It needs to be current and it needs to be available to the DM. If I have any rules questions I will ask you to clarify them in email with the help of the Woldian rules lawyer Troy Danko.
TREASURE RECAP ( I am listing this as identified so that it doesn't get lost in the shuffle. Until it IS identified you don't know what the properties of the items are, though some of them can be found through experimenting....)
8 Mithril chain shirts +1 of Shadow 8 Potion of Cure serious wounds 8 Ring of Protection (+1) 7 Darkwood Long composite bow +1 built for Strength 14 1 Darkwood Long composite bow +1 of Distance (330 range) built for Strength 14 An Efficient Quiver 20 Unholy arrows +2 20 Ice arrows dam +1d6 cold. 20 Merciful dam +1d6 & all damage is nonleathal. all the arrows are in that quiver and belonged to the leader .
The group also has the potions awarded by Jerry to distribute for confirming our email quickly and efficiently
Potion Sack 7 critical healing potions 1 potion of enlarge person 1 potion of levitate 1 potion of gaseous form 1 potion of invisibility 1 potion of spider climb
Moderate Fortification, AC 29, 128/128 hp Malgant d8+13=18 ; d8=8 ; d8=6 ; d8=6 ; d8=6 ; d8=4 ; Thursday July 15th, 2010 4:54:37 PM
Malgant waits on the nearby shore as the rest of the group crosses the river. He is pacing with impatience by the time they arrive, thinking of what could be happening to the captives as they delayed in finding the nest. When Malgant sees that Vauhwyt has gathered the bodies, he steps over to them and examines them. Finding the one that the Holy Power of Imod allowed him to kill singly, he reaches down and grabing a fistful of hair shears off a lock. Tying it into a neat know he places it into his totem bag. Since he has started adventuring with a group to help fight monsters he has been unable to face any opponent in single combat and claim a trophy from them. This Harpy was untouched when he engaged it and he earned the right to a trophy when he managed to kill it without help. Now he collects. Once they are all gathered around him Malgant casts healing spells to heal the wounded. OOC Mass cure light wounds... Everyone recovers 18 hp healing Cure Moderate wounds on Appolo for 24hp more healing Cure Light wounds on Appolo for 9hp more healing Cure Moderate wounds on Vorelle for 22hp more healing As always please keep your hp totals available in your header so that the priest knows you are hurt. Thank you for flying Malgant's Medivac, have a nice day.
Spells( * indicates a used spell)
0 Level( 6) Create water x2, detect magic*, Mending , Purify food and drink x2
1st Level (6+1) Domain enlarge person, comprehend languages, protection from evil* , divine favor x2*, enlarge person x2
2nd Level( 5+1) Domain Bulls strength, Shield Other*, Lesser Restoration, Shatter, Zone of Truth*, Hold person
3rd Level (5+1) Domain Magic Vestment*, Magic Vestment x2**, Water Breathing x2, Water Walk
4th level (5+1) Domain Divine Power*, Divine Power, Freedom of Movement x2, Discern Lies, Sending*
Spell Effects -Magic Vestment on armor to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on shield to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on Vauhwyt's shield to make the bonus +3 .... 13 hour duration cast at 6 am -Greater Magic Weapon by Vauhwyt on Malgant's Longsword to make the bonus +3 ... 24 hour duration (rod of lesser extend used) cast at 6 am -Spell immunity on Val vs Fireball, Lightning bolt and Ice Storm 1115 rounds -10 of 10 Haste 'charges' used for today
Vauhwyt and Mookie Thursday July 15th, 2010 6:18:39 PM
Vauhwyt sees that everyone is back at the river. She gets everyone together and quickly outlines what she has learned.
"I have made a deal with the soul of a dead harpy. Because I am a Grim of Gargul, I know that it has dealt fairly and honestly with me. It is forced to by the agency of the God of Death and Life."
She looks at Mal squarely as she says this, so that there can be no question.
"I have promised to raise the young harpy fledglings. In exchange, the dead will lead me to the nest, where the human captives are waiting. They are set to be the birthing meal of the fledglings as they hatch. If we get there in time, we can substitute a cow for the humans, which will suffice to feed the fledglings. In that way we will get to the nest in time to save the humans. Not knowing the location of the nest, we might not have made it otherwise."
Mookie says to Vauhwyt, "Is that a cow in your pocket, Boss? Or are you just happy to be a momma?"
Vauhwyt flat out ignores the raven. "I take full responsibility for the fledglings. I have sworn a holy oath to protect and care for them. None may gainsay me in this. Okay?"
"Now, speed is essential! Let's get to that nest immediately!"
Holding tightly on to the soul of the dead harpy, Vauhwyt heads off for the nest, leading the way. "If you have any questions or objections, we can talk while we are on the move."
Aztyr AC 21 (AC 12/20 w Mage Armor+Shield - HP 120/120) & Jynx (AC 20 - HP 60/60) Thursday July 15th, 2010 6:31:29 PM
Aztyr looks at the others and then says.... "Let me guess, the nest is located at the upper reaches of some tree. And, to get up there we will have to fly up there, and I'm the designated fly giver. Traveling by groud to the area around the nest will probably be the fastest method of getting there. Vauhwyt and myself are faster than the rest of you, so we can prolly slow down to let most of you keep up. And as to casting fly on everyone, it's not gonna happen, I refuse to drain all my spells for that much redundencey."
Vauhwyt and Mookie Thursday July 15th, 2010 6:33:16 PM
Vauhwyt nods in agreement with Aztyr. "When we get therre, I'll Alter my Self and fly to the top of the tree to fetch the captives and get ready for the hatching."
Ashira AC30, HP120/120, Barkskin (XX/60 min) Thursday July 15th, 2010 6:37:28 PM
The ranger stands beside Vauhwyt, ready to back her up if needed. She's more than ready to head to the nest once the negotiations have concluded and readies herself to head out. As they head out, she pulls Vauhwyt to the side and speaks to her privately. "You know, raising young can be a challenging thing... I've heard tell of a Monster Preserve where all kinds of Monsters are protected...might be something to look into."
OOC: Okay, so how many minutes have passed since combat started? Ashira has 60 minutes on her Barkskin spell. I need to know how may have elapsed.
Vauhwyt and Mookie Thursday July 15th, 2010 6:44:36 PM
Vauhwyt grins at Ashira. "What, you don't think I can be a good mommy?" She laughs.
"I want to try to raise them good. They would do well in Blackbird Forest. Look at those black wingtips. I still want to make a village and home on the lake."
"But the Monster Preserve is a good back-up plan if things fall apart."
Then the liontaur winks. "But you know, I already have a nursemaid."
Mookie looks around. "Who?" he caws.
Ignoring the raven, Vauwhyt adds, "I'll need one who can fly."
"Wait," Mookie says, "What?"
Moderate Fortification, AC 29, 128/128 hp Malgant Thursday July 15th, 2010 9:31:02 PM " Fine, I understand oaths and can abide by that, so long as you are willing to remain Lawfully bound to the consequences of their actions. Such as they get it into their heads to sing and someone gets hurt, or killed or eaten. Lorth and I differed on this point with the dragon young. He says the race is evil and all of the offspring are too. I say there are good and evil people of all races. Alot of it is upbringing, so on that point you should be fine. But there is also instinct. Instinct is what often keeps you alive and it is hard not to follow. I hope for your sake you can keep them on good behavior." Malgant follows the Liontaur to where the Soul shows them to go and does not further comment on the bargain Vauhwyt has made. Looking at him you can see he is worried about either the choice, or what may happen to Vauhwyt if the Harpies do wrong.
OOC 15 minutes to cross the river, 2 minutes of post battle searching and talking plus the combat rounds, which were more than 10 less than 20 rounds. You can count it up if you want but I highly doubt it'll matter.
Vauhwyt and Mookie Thursday July 15th, 2010 10:13:20 PM
Vauhwyt grins when Malgant says "remain Lawfully bound."
"Lawful, Schmawful." she says to Mal. "I give my word that I'll be personally responsible. That's better than any law. But thank you for giving me a chance," she says.
Mookie caws in dismay. "Boss! That's the best you got? 'Lawful, Schmawful.' That's the best comeback you could come up with? 'Lawful, Schmawful!' No wonder the latest approval ratings for Chaos are in the tank! We got nothing! Boss, I swear, it's like you're Chaotic In Name Only! Do I even know you?"
"Hush, Mookie," says Vauwhyt, as she races to the nest.
Whysper (AC 23 - HP 52/52) d20+20=34 ; d20+20=31 ; d20+20=21 ; Thursday July 15th, 2010 11:18:21 PM "Tension does seem to be building between Vauhwyt and Malgant" Whysper observes. "Best stay out of that mess!" She gives a wink toward Vorelle to see if she finds it just as amusing.
The half-elf returns her dagger to her pocket, and examines her surroundings. Her adrenaline is still high from the recent battle and she is wary about another aerial attack.
Listen: 34, Search: 31, Spot: 21
Whysper (AC 23 - HP 52/52) Thursday July 15th, 2010 11:39:12 PM Thoughts on carrying the loot? 6 of the bows and all the arrows can go in the quiver. That leaves 2 bows and 8 chain shirts. I have capacity to carry the quiver and 4 chain shirts, if noone has any ideas. Thoughts?
Appolo Ac 34 HP90/106 . Friday July 16th, 2010 12:28:52 AM
Appolo uses the row boat provided by Vaughwyt/When healed by Malgant he smiles at him"Thanks.Another good day for the good guys and another bad day for the bad guys.Let's go find this nest,collect our chicks and rescue those in need." Despite being hit buy arrows and everything Appolo seems to be ina good mood.
Moderate Fortification, AC 29, 128/128 hp Malgant Friday July 16th, 2010 4:36:48 AM
OOC I even use Bold now for healing and people STILL don't take all their heals. Why do I bother healing at all?
Vauhwyt and Mookie Friday July 16th, 2010 6:55:48 AM
Sorry, Mal! I was too busy making jokes!
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Spells: 0 of 6 cantrips used 2 of 7 1st level spells used 4 of 7 2nd level spells used 5 of 6 3rd level spells used 2 of 6 4th level spells used 4 of 4 5th level spells used
Spells in effect: - Ext Greater Magic Weapon (16 hrs) (on Mal's sword), Greater Magic Weapon (4 hrs) (on V's armor spikes) - False Life (4 hrs) on Mookie only (good for 17 hp) - Alter Self on Mookie (2 hours) - Enlarge Person on Vauhwyt (117 rounds) - Jump on Vauhwyt (116 rounds) - Expeditious Retreat on Vauhwyt (115 rounds) - Detect Scrying (16 hrs) - Magic Vestment from Mal (4 hrs)
Vauhwyt: HP 101 of 101, AC22 Mookie: HP 67 of 50, AC15
CLW wand: 35 charges left. Pro Evil wand: 43 charges left. Tan Bag of Tricks: 1 of 10 this week used.
Appolo Ac 34 HP106 . Friday July 16th, 2010 12:43:02 PM
OOC SOrry missed the mass heal.Focussed on the ones specificly for Appolo.
Moderate Fortification, AC 29, 128/128 hp Malgant Friday July 16th, 2010 4:15:52 PM
ooc 8) That's why I used Bold, it used to get lost in the wall of text before. Three cheers for switching to Pathfinder BTW. It is a great system that I play with my local group. Some things are different, but if you ever hated the class skill, non class skill half level stuff it solves all of that. It makes fighter into combat machines, allowing them to rule the field of combat like they should and allows a cleric to heal all of his friends at once. In a nutshell it makes each class shine the way you would think they should from their class descriptions. If you already know 3.5 it will be simple as pie to learn.
If you guys get in your follow up posts to today's DM post I will post again over the weekend. I hate stopping for the weekend. We have a good momentum going and I don't want to break it with a stoppage.
And now.... on with the show.
ADM David Nest of Promises Friday July 16th, 2010 4:25:48 PM
Following the Harpy souls directions it is a simple matter to find the tall evergreen she mentioned.( the trip takes another 10 minutes walking through the underbrush, adjust spell durations accordingly.) Squinting through the branches you can see a massive nest 3/4 of the way up the tree, almost 100' off the ground. ( please make listen checks. I don't know how to input invisible text so abide by your rolls please.) -Listen 15 You are able to hear a heart stopping shriek in common which sounds like a woman fighting for her life. - Listen 20 You can also hear the crying sounds of two children -Listen 25 You can also hear the chirping cries of several other creatures, you assume they are the Harpy young
Actions?
Moderate Fortification, AC 29, 128/128 hp Malgant d20+7=27 ; Friday July 16th, 2010 4:35:26 PM
Listen 27 Hearing the chirping cries of something underneath the crying of children and the anguished shriek of a woman Malgant looks to Aztyr and says, " If you fly me I can carry another with me so that I can provide healing up there. However I fly like a pregnant pelican so if you want to hit someone faster with it by all means do so. Just hurry. Something is going on up there and I don't like the sound of it. I need to seriously visit the Catacombs and fix my inability to fly." Malgant readies a Bull's Strength prayer to make sure that whoever gets the fly spell will be able to carry another with them.
Spells( * indicates a used spell)
0 Level( 6) Create water x2, detect magic*, Mending , Purify food and drink x2
1st Level (6+1) Domain enlarge person, comprehend languages, protection from evil* , divine favor x2*, enlarge person x2
2nd Level( 5+1) Domain Bulls strength*, Shield Other*, Lesser Restoration, Shatter, Zone of Truth*, Hold person
3rd Level (5+1) Domain Magic Vestment*, Magic Vestment x2**, Water Breathing x2, Water Walk
4th level (5+1) Domain Divine Power*, Divine Power, Freedom of Movement x2, Discern Lies, Sending*
Spell Effects -Magic Vestment on armor to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on shield to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on Vauhwyt's shield to make the bonus +3 .... 13 hour duration cast at 6 am -Greater Magic Weapon by Vauhwyt on Malgant's Longsword to make the bonus +3 ... 24 hour duration (rod of lesser extend used) cast at 6 am -Spell immunity on Val vs Fireball, Lightning bolt and Ice Storm 1015 rounds -10 of 10 Haste 'charges' used for today
Aztyr AC 21 (AC 12/20 w Mage Armor+Shield - HP 120/120) & Jynx (AC 20 - HP 60/60) d20+2=10 ; Friday July 16th, 2010 6:04:19 PM
With all the noise the group is making, Aztyr can't hear a damn thing. She takes only a moment and decides that Vauhwyt gets the first fly spell, it's because she is the responcible for the chicks and also for saving the prisoners. She will then cast on Malgant also, lastly she'll cast on herself, "We'll be back with the humans, be ready to protect them." She says as she rapidly gains altitude.
Vauhwyt and Mookie d20+2=11 ; Friday July 16th, 2010 8:38:17 PM
Listen 11 yeilds nada, But Vauhwyt gets the gist from her friends.
"Thanks!" she says to Aztyr as she flies at top speed to the nest. (how long will that take?)
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Spells: 0 of 6 cantrips used 2 of 7 1st level spells used 4 of 7 2nd level spells used 5 of 6 3rd level spells used 2 of 6 4th level spells used 4 of 4 5th level spells used
Spells in effect: - Ext Greater Magic Weapon (15.5 hrs) (on Mal's sword), Greater Magic Weapon (4 hrs) (on V's armor spikes) - False Life (3.5 hrs) on Mookie only (good for 17 hp) - Alter Self on Mookie (1.5 hours) - Detect Scrying (15.5 hrs) - Magic Vestment from Mal (3.5 hrs)
Vauhwyt: HP 101 of 101, AC22 Mookie: HP 67 of 50, AC15
CLW wand: 35 charges left. Pro Evil wand: 43 charges left. Tan Bag of Tricks: 1 of 10 this week used.
Whypser has a good idea of what is happening in the nest. It sounds like the eggs have hatched, and the baby harpies are preparing for their first meals.
She stands at the base of the tree and keeps a lookout. The last thing we'd need right about now is some other harpy to come along to see what all the fuss is about.
Moderate Fortification, AC 29, 128/128 hp Malgant Saturday July 17th, 2010 12:16:45 AM
Fly grants a flying move of 60'/round in light armor, 40'/round in medium or heavier armor. Climbing is at half that speed. You cannot run while flying but can double move(using your standard action as a second move action)
Ashira AC30, HP120/120, Barkskin (40/60 min) d20+11=27 ; Saturday July 17th, 2010 10:02:47 PM
The ranger is torn. She very easily hears what's going on (Listen =27), but isn't sure the best way to help out now that she can't fly anymore. She looks over at Vauhwyt questioningly. "Hey Vauhwyt, I can easily cast entangle up there and that ought to gum everybody up. You want me to do that, or would you rather I climb up there?"
Depending on the answer, Ashira may or may not cast the spell. Then she reaches into her bag and pulls out her Slippers of Spider climb. If she didn't cast the spell, she puts them on and gets ready to climb as fast as she can.
Entangle would be Reflex DC13 if cast.
Vorelle [AC 26; HP 102/102] d20+17=29 ; Sunday July 18th, 2010 12:22:28 AM
Vorelle hears everything, but she has no way of getting off the ground. She moves to the base of the tree, and pulls out her healer's kit in case the captives need help.
Valanthe AC 32/ 25 vs intangible HP 156/ 156, Light Fortifacation, Spell Immunity Fireball, Lightning Bolt, Ice Storm Sunday July 18th, 2010 11:24:45 PM
"Somebody has to get up there. There is no way it will be me. I'd never make it in my armor."
Appolo Ac 34 HP106 . d20+10=29 ; d20+10=20 ; Monday July 19th, 2010 3:50:52 AM
Appolo hears all the commotion and waits for the others to make a move."Malgant you Aztyr and Vauhwyt go up feed the chicks and snatch the prisoners.Seems like that is the best move and fast move."
Listen 29 Spot 20
Vauhwyt and Mookie Monday July 19th, 2010 6:27:43 AM
"I'm flying! I'm flying!"
Harpy nest. (coDm Glenn) Home sweet home Monday July 19th, 2010 9:30:55 AM
OOC: Hi everyone. I'm back from vacation. FYI: David is doing such a good job and having so much fun as DM, he's going to continue DMing the harpy nest encounter.
ADM David Home Sweet Home Monday July 19th, 2010 5:02:13 PM
I'll cover a couple of rounds here to speed this up. You have arrived in time, if only by a couple of minutes.
Vauhwyt reaches the nest first and sees 5 Harpy chicks and 3 unhatched eggs. The Harpy soul is giddy with delight seeing her egg among the hatched. You also see 3 people. The mother, and 2 children. The mother has gotten her blindfold off and enough of her ropes undone to keep pushing back the chicks with her feet, keeping them away from her children. She is calling for help and desperately trying to free her hands , all the while talking to her children to keep them from panicking. The Harpy soul hisses at the mother denying her chick its first meal, but a squeeze from Vauhwyt calms her. The rest of the party stands in varying states of readiness. Whysperand Appolo scan the area, looking for trouble. They see none. Ashira ponders the merits of spells at this point. Aztyr pops off her final fly and goes airborne.
The Harpy soul says to Vauhwyt, " You really aren't going to let them eat the live food we caught for them are you. Oh well, then, you best get them to pay attention to you rather than the hostages, unless you want an angry harpy haunting you from the afterlife. That Minotaur looks angry behind us and I doubt he will stop to play nice, not the way her tore apart my sisters. I'll tell you since it seems I must, how to control them. you need to sing to them. Sing and get them to sing with you. While this young they will bond with the first voice they hear singing. I would do it, but I am dead." Vauhwyt can indeed see Malgant coming up fast, armored and ready to fight behind her. He said he would honor her oath but she has no doubt he will protect the humans before the chicks. All that seems left to do, is sing...
OOC Hows your Perform, Vauhwyt? Make it good or they will ignore you and take another stab at dinner.
Vauhwyt and Mookie d20+5=14 ; d20+9=14 ; d20+9=19 ; Monday July 19th, 2010 7:20:00 PM
On the way up, Vauhwyt takes out the shrunken cow carcass.
Once up in the nest, Vauhwyt listens to the dead harpy and then commands Mookie, "Mookie! The circlet! Take off mine and put yours on me!"
She calls to Mal, "Mal, shield the humans, please, Protectorr, but do not harm the chicks, I beg of you!"
The familiar, still in monkey form, takes the headband from Vauhwyt and puts his own on her head. She wishes she could take a moment to cast a Heroism spell. That would give her a boost too. Well, this will have to do for a first try.
The liontaur moves to stand between the chicks and the humans. (A move action)
She drops the shrunken carcass, which enlarges on impact. (dropping = free action)
Then Vauhwyt takes a breath and tries to sing. (standard action)
+2 Chr +3 Circlet of persuasion = net +5. Her roll is a 14.
If that is not enough, can I have her burn a couple hero points? If needed and if so, she will burn three -- one for the reroll, and two more for an extra +4. New roll at +9 ... another 14, sigh. (The extra roll of 19 is an overenthusiastic double click.)
Aztyr AC 21 (AC 12/20 w Mage Armor+Shield - HP 120/120) & Jynx (AC 20 - HP 60/60) d20+9=12 ; d20+9=26 ; Monday July 19th, 2010 8:22:48 PM
Aztyr flys up easily, due to her being unarmored, it's nice not carrying all that weight. Upon reaching the nest, she watches as Vauhwyt moves in amungst the hatchlings, and start singing. Aztyr watches as Vauhwyt struggles to sing, and takes pity on her and adds her voice, trying to harmonize with someone who is way out of tune. (rolled a 12 for first roll, rolled a 26 for second roll so add +2 for aid another) It wasn't exactly pleasant sounding but maybe it will work....
Valanthe AC 32/ 25 vs intangible HP 156/ 156, Light Fortifacation, Spell Immunity Fireball, Lightning Bolt, Ice Storm Monday July 19th, 2010 9:31:29 PM
Valanthe waits down below, wondering just what's going on up there.
Vorelle [AC 26; HP 102/102] Monday July 19th, 2010 10:11:12 PM
Vorelle also has to wait.
Moderate Fortification, AC 29, 128/128 hp Malgant Monday July 19th, 2010 10:20:28 PM
Malgant tops the Nest and looks sideways at Vauhwyt." What in the name of Imod are you doing? This is a funny place to start singing." Malgant steps to the captives and with a flick of his sword has the mother's ropes undone. never taking his eyes from the Harpies he stays next to her and declares her as his interpose target.
Spells( * indicates a used spell)
0 Level( 6) Create water x2, detect magic*, Mending , Purify food and drink x2
1st Level (6+1) Domain enlarge person, comprehend languages, protection from evil* , divine favor x2*, enlarge person x2
2nd Level( 5+1) Domain Bulls strength*, Shield Other*, Lesser Restoration, Shatter, Zone of Truth*, Hold person
3rd Level (5+1) Domain Magic Vestment*, Magic Vestment x2**, Water Breathing x2, Water Walk
4th level (5+1) Domain Divine Power*, Divine Power, Freedom of Movement x2, Discern Lies, Sending*
Spell Effects -Magic Vestment on armor to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on shield to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on Vauhwyt's shield to make the bonus +3 .... 13 hour duration cast at 6 am -Greater Magic Weapon by Vauhwyt on Malgant's Longsword to make the bonus +3 ... 24 hour duration (rod of lesser extend used) cast at 6 am -Spell immunity on Val vs Fireball, Lightning bolt and Ice Storm 1015 rounds -10 of 10 Haste 'charges' used for today
Ashira AC30, HP120/120, Barkskin (40/60 min) Monday July 19th, 2010 11:04:53 PM
Since she has received no answer, Ashira gets her slippers and puts them on (Rd. 1) then she begins to climb up the tree ever sooooo slowly (20 feet/rd). She gets the feeling that yet again she is utterly useless and that everything is probably taken care of already. Stupid potion!
Vauhwyt and Mookie Monday July 19th, 2010 11:41:00 PM
OOC: Sorry to ignore you, Ashira!
No problemo!! Ashira's the only one feeling left out, but she always feels that way. ;)---Nellie
Whysper (AC 23 - HP 52/52) Monday July 19th, 2010 11:44:20 PM
Whysper waits below the tree with Vorelle, continuing to be on guard for any signs of danger.
Appolo Ac 34 HP106 . Tuesday July 20th, 2010 3:08:23 PM
Appolo sees Ashira start climbing"Ashira come back down here.It's already too crowded up there as it is."
ADM David Home Sweet Home Tuesday July 20th, 2010 4:18:52 PM
The chicks seem intent on eating their captives.... and then a singing Liontaur pops into view. The singing is bad, in fact until Aztyr joins in the chicks seem horrified by the song. Aztyr's added voice makes them look puzzled, as they look from one Liontaur to the other. Roughly at that point the shrunken steer hits the nest and pops into being. The chicks pause for a second, looking at each other, and then pounce on the meat, shrieking and cooing with delight. Freed from her bonds, the mother looks at her rescuers and is not sure if she is saved or in for a whole different ordeal. Choosing quickly she reaches up to Malgant's belt as he watches the Harpies and pulls his dagger free. It is as large as a sword in her hands, but it is sharp and within a few seconds she has her two children free. Holding the dagger awkwardly in both hands she faces the three Taurs and asks, " Wh-who are you. Are you here to help us or to help the blasted bird things? They killed half my family and were going to eat the other half. Step aside and I'll kill them myself." She is very angry, very scared, and very serious. She may have no idea how to use that weapon, but she knows which end is sharp and it appears she intends to use it on the newborn Harpies.
Moderate Fortification, AC 29, 128/128 hp Malgant Tuesday July 20th, 2010 4:22:00 PM
Malgant starts as his dagger is taken, but he realizes it is the mother trying to free HER young ones. He continues to watch the Harpies until the woman speaks behind him. He thinks that this plan has alot of flaws, but he tries to buy Vauhwyt time to explain by staying between the woman and the Harpies. This also serves to protect the woman and Malgant keeps her as his interpose target.
Spells( * indicates a used spell)
0 Level( 6) Create water x2, detect magic*, Mending , Purify food and drink x2
1st Level (6+1) Domain enlarge person, comprehend languages, protection from evil* , divine favor x2*, enlarge person x2
2nd Level( 5+1) Domain Bulls strength*, Shield Other*, Lesser Restoration, Shatter, Zone of Truth*, Hold person
3rd Level (5+1) Domain Magic Vestment*, Magic Vestment x2**, Water Breathing x2, Water Walk
4th level (5+1) Domain Divine Power*, Divine Power, Freedom of Movement x2, Discern Lies, Sending*
Spell Effects -Magic Vestment on armor to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on shield to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on Vauhwyt's shield to make the bonus +3 .... 13 hour duration cast at 6 am -Greater Magic Weapon by Vauhwyt on Malgant's Longsword to make the bonus +3 ... 24 hour duration (rod of lesser extend used) cast at 6 am -Spell immunity on Val vs Fireball, Lightning bolt and Ice Storm 1015 rounds -10 of 10 Haste 'charges' used for today
Ashira AC30, HP120/120, Barkskin (40/60 min) Tuesday July 20th, 2010 5:48:29 PM
Ashira shoots Apollo a *very* ugly look as she continues to climb the tree (I guess with a double move it would be 40 ft/round, so she's *almost* there). "Don't you dare tell me what to do! I don't need a babysitter!" It's pretty clear to Apollo that Ashira is frustrated with the recent encounter and is unfortunately taking out her frustrations on him.
Appolo Ac 34 HP106 . Tuesday July 20th, 2010 7:32:50 PM
Appolo shouts back"Bat you are the Babysitter.I'm the one who needs warching remember."Heays with abit of laughter and merriment in his voice. Appolo then takes a seat on an old log.Looking to the others still on the ground"Might as well make yourself comfortable."
Whysper (AC 23 - HP 52/52) Tuesday July 20th, 2010 7:38:03 PM
Whysper leans back against the tree and starts to feel more at ease. There are no imminent signs of danger, and she's in a natural environment. She closes her eyes and takes a deep breath, enjoying the forest scents.
Aztyr AC 21 (AC 12/20 w Mage Armor+Shield - HP 120/120) & Jynx (AC 20 - HP 60/60) Tuesday July 20th, 2010 10:07:31 PM
As the mother goes to start attacking the chicks Aztyr speaks up. "We are here to rescue you, but in order to find you in time there was sort of a deal made by the lady over there. Her name is Vauhwyt, and she's a grim. She's the one who got the information, and also the one who made the bargin in order to find you and your children. Why don't you let Malgant, the big strapping Minotaur whom you borrowed the dagger from, carry you down to the ground and you can meet the rest of our group. I think it would be best if he carried you down now..."
Vorelle [AC 26; HP 102/102] d20+17=30 ; d3=1 ; d20+17=18 ; Tuesday July 20th, 2010 11:51:58 PM
At ground level, Vorelle keeps a look out for danger.
[Spot 30, Listen 18]
Vauhwyt and Mookie d20+7=15 ; d20-2=3 ; Wednesday July 21st, 2010 12:32:37 AM
Vauhwyt lets Mal and Aztyr continue their very good jobs with the woman and kids. She focuses on the singing and on sharing out the beef so that the harpy fledglings do not fight over it nor miss out on a fair share.
When she can, she casts Heroism on herself.
Sing check ... a 15.
Mookie caws melodically ... but his untrained voice simply annoys, and Vauhwyt motions to him to hush.
ADM David Home Sweet Home d20+2=5 ; d20=1 ; d20=9 ; Wednesday July 21st, 2010 5:05:16 PM
The woman looks at the three heroes and comes to a singular conclusion." Yer all DAFT! They are MONSTERS! They drown my husband and my oldest two children and snatched me and my youngest up to this stinking midden and you are here to protect THEM? MADNESS!" She bursts into tears of frustration and drops the dagger, instead dropping to her knees and pulling her two remaining children to her in a protective embrace. " You are all obviously better with weapons than I and I stand no chance against you if I were to try and avenge my family. So I yield to your madness. Please take me from this death place and help me get to the fair. My brother and his family were to meet us there and take us with them to live now that we have left Abderas."
Now that the woman has drawn your attention from herself and the Harpy young you see that the nest is littered with gnawed bones, many with rotting flesh still on them ( again hygiene is not a priority for Harpies).Many of the bones are from animals, but many, too many by far for your comfort, are humanoid.
The young harpies feast on the slaughtered cow provided for them and Vauhwyt continues to try and sing to her new charges. She finally manages to get their attention with just her own voice. They raise their gore streaked faces from the corpse and join their voices to hers. DC 12 will save for all in the nest AND on the ground The harpy song does not seem as strong or to carry as far for these newborn Harpies ( thus lower DC and only a 150' radius)
The mother and both children's eyes glaze over at the song the Harpy young produce. It has no words, but the melody is haunting, and hypnotic. As a group they all begin to walk past Malgant and Vauhwyt right to the newborn Harpies, who look to their new, LIVE, food with great anticipation.
Moderate Fortification, AC 29, 128/128 hp Malgant d20+11=28 ; Wednesday July 21st, 2010 5:15:15 PM
Malgant is ashamed to deny the woman her vengeance. Even more ashamed that Vauhwyt would not come to her own defense to explain why she felt it necessary to protect these monsters. Looking around he can see their parent's handiwork. Evil beasts that they were. He reaches down and picks up his dagger. Just then, the wretches start to sing. For a moment Malgant is caught by the haunting quality of their voices. Then he sees the mother and children start walking towards the monsters. Enough is enough. Quickly, as they pass, he gathers them all into his arms. They do not resist, so enthralled by the song. With a thought and a leap Malgant is airborne. He drops slowly and makes for the river at his normal move, meaning to fly them to the other side. To his friends below he calls out. " I will take them to the other side. Follow me with the boat when you are able. I will protect the family until you all arrive."
Spells( * indicates a used spell)
0 Level( 6) Create water x2, detect magic*, Mending , Purify food and drink x2
1st Level (6+1) Domain enlarge person, comprehend languages, protection from evil* , divine favor x2*, enlarge person x2
2nd Level( 5+1) Domain Bulls strength*, Shield Other*, Lesser Restoration, Shatter, Zone of Truth*, Hold person
3rd Level (5+1) Domain Magic Vestment*, Magic Vestment x2**, Water Breathing x2, Water Walk
4th level (5+1) Domain Divine Power*, Divine Power, Freedom of Movement x2, Discern Lies, Sending*
Spell Effects -Magic Vestment on armor to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on shield to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on Vauhwyt's shield to make the bonus +3 .... 13 hour duration cast at 6 am -Greater Magic Weapon by Vauhwyt on Malgant's Longsword to make the bonus +3 ... 24 hour duration (rod of lesser extend used) cast at 6 am -Spell immunity on Val vs Fireball, Lightning bolt and Ice Storm 1015 rounds -10 of 10 Haste 'charges' used for today
Aztyr AC 21 (AC 12/20 w Mage Armor+Shield - HP 120/120) & Jynx (AC 20 - HP 60/60) d20+11=24 ; Wednesday July 21st, 2010 6:05:55 PM
Aztyr shakes off the mesmerising effect of the young harpys. As Malgant takes off with the rescued family, Aztyr looks to Vauhwyt. "You gotta do something, Malgant looked very unhappy, even before they started singing. I'm not gonna stand in front of Malgant to stop him next time. You may have given your word, but I'm afraid it's gonna end badly, and soon. Aztyr swoops down to the ground, hoping none are enthralled by the hatchlings. "Let's get back to the otherside of the river as Malgant says."
Vauhwyt and Mookie d20+13=25 ; d20+12=31 ; d20+7=10 ; Wednesday July 21st, 2010 6:57:47 PM
Vauhwyt's save is a +13, so she only fails on a nat 1. a 25, no problem. And Mookie ... a 31.
The liontaur turns to the woman. "All the harpies who harmed you and your family are dead. Justice has been served. These fledglings are still innocent. They have done no harm, and I will make sure that they do not. I grieve for your loss, but Gargul will guide your people home."
Vauhwyt is sad to see the bones and flesh. "Thanks, Mal," she calls after the retreating minotaur. "And thanks to you, Aztyr, my friend. I am sad to see the evil done here by the harpies, but the young ones do not have to be like that. I will guide them, and find guides for them, to raise them to be good and fair and clean."
She asks the dead harpy soul if the babes will need milk. She thinks this is a natural question, given the monsterous humanoid's womanly forms. She asks the soul if the three remaining eggs may yet hatch. What if they were given assistance? Any other advice for the care of the young ones? She suggests that soon it will be time to let go of her connections to the Wold.
She continues to tend the babies, as she makes sure they eat well and healthily. She searches the nest, with little luck.
There are five fledgelings, right? She names them Faith, Hope, Grace, Bliss, and Joy.
Whysper (AC 23 - HP 52/52) d20+14=20 ; d20+20=29 ; d20+20=38 ; d20+20=24 ; Wednesday July 21st, 2010 8:54:44 PM
Whysper is startled back to reality by the harpy song coming from the nest, but does not feel it's power (Will Save: 20). She draws her daggers again, and dropping down to one knee, readies herself for danger.
Listen: 29, Search: 38, Spot: 24
Vorelle [AC 26; HP 102/102] d20+5=9 ; d20+1=12 ; Thursday July 22nd, 2010 1:43:25 AM
Vorelle succumbs to the beauty of the song.
However, it does not give her wings; nor does it make her any better at climbing. [Climb 12]
Appolo Ac 34 HP106 . d20+6=11 ; d20+6=16 ; Thursday July 22nd, 2010 11:31:02 AM
Appolo resists the call of the song{Hero Point Will 16}.Looking around he sees Whysper draw her blades "Relax.Vuaghwyt's new babies are just singing back to thier Mama ."He hears Malgant tell everyone to head nack across the river'Well time to go."Seeing Vorelle start mindlessly climb the tree,he grabs her"Vorelle.Come on we're heading back across the river."He gives her a shake.
Ashira AC30, HP120/120, Barkskin (40/60 min) d20+9=19 ; Thursday July 22nd, 2010 11:42:49 AM
Ashira easily blows off the baby's song and makes it to the top of the nest. Peering over the edge, she sees Vauhwyt with the ugly chicks and Malgant taking off with the family. Looking over at the harpies goo encrusted face, the ranger sighs. "Vauhwyt, you know I support you in this, but this is going to be a long hard row. Being an adventurer is hard enough, but I'm worried that these younglings are going to take a long time to retrain and I don't know if it's going to be safe to bring them with us. Safe for us or safe for them. Think about it." Not one for lecturing, Ashira helps Vauhwyt finish up her search and then does her best to help the liontaur get her new young out of the nest.
ADM David Home Sweet Home Thursday July 22nd, 2010 5:03:49 PM
Glenn was going to start posting again today, I'll just throw in some cleanup stuff now that he and I came up with the true Harpy back story.
Vahuwyt asked if the Harpies had been to Mount Bone and what they knew about it. The Harpy soul's answer would have been...." Yes, we went there after hearing that the owner was hiring 'exotic' species to work for him. He equipped us with some of the gear we had, the rest we stole from him. He was not recruiting us exactly, he was more interested in getting our young. He was trying to build some kind of super undead. He meant to do that by fusing several living creatures together and making a hybrid living creature, and them making that undead. We did not want to give up our chicks to that fate so we enjoyed his hospitality for a bit, got to know the place and then took what we could carry and left."
When Vauhwyt stops singing to speak the chicks all stop singing as well. This has the effect of breaking the spell on Vorelle, who finds herself being shaken by Appolo. The mother and children are also released from the chick's thrall, and gasp in terror at finding themselves flying across the river, held by an armored minotaur.
To Vauhwyt's question about milk the Harpy soul replies" Of course they will need their momma's milk. All critters drink their mother's milk to grow strong and bond closer to their momma. I see you cringing already at the thought of their lips on you. Will they try to eat you or just suckle? I know what the answer would be for me, but you will have to find out for yourself. "
Moderate Fortification, AC 29, 128/128 hp Malgant Thursday July 22nd, 2010 5:09:49 PM
Malgant tries to calm the family as he flies them closer to the place where they were ambushed. As he flies he casts a cure light wounds spell on each of them, curing all of the nicks, cuts and bruises that they suffered while being taken captive and held in the nest.
Spells( * indicates a used spell)
0 Level( 6) Create water x2, detect magic*, Mending , Purify food and drink x2
1st Level (6+1) Domain enlarge person, comprehend languages, protection from evil* , divine favor x2**, enlarge person x2**
2nd Level( 5+1) Domain Bulls strength*, Shield Other*, Lesser Restoration, Shatter, Zone of Truth*, Hold person
3rd Level (5+1) Domain Magic Vestment*, Magic Vestment x2**, Water Breathing x2, Water Walk
4th level (5+1) Domain Divine Power*, Divine Power, Freedom of Movement x2, Discern Lies, Sending*
Spell Effects -Magic Vestment on armor to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on shield to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on Vauhwyt's shield to make the bonus +3 .... 13 hour duration cast at 6 am -Greater Magic Weapon by Vauhwyt on Malgant's Longsword to make the bonus +3 ... 24 hour duration (rod of lesser extend used) cast at 6 am -Spell immunity on Val vs Fireball, Lightning bolt and Ice Storm 1015 rounds -10 of 10 Haste 'charges' used for today
Harpy nest. (coDm Glenn) Home sweet home Thursday July 22nd, 2010 5:39:32 PM (ooc: Thanks David for Subbing for me. Great job!)
Malgant quickly gathers the enchant mother and kids flying them away from the young harpies back to the far shore of the river.
Aztyr comments to Vauhwyt about the situation then flies back to the battle scene.
Vauhwyt tries to reason with the woman, but give her recent loss and captivity doesn't change her desire to kill them. She yells out as Malgant takes her beyond the songs reach, "Your mad to if you think you can change them! Kill them, or they'll kill you!" Left alone in the nest with the five young harpies as they deviour the cow with their claw and teeth gore soon covers their young bodies. Asking the spirit harpy about milk, she replies "Abandon the unhatched eggs, the live young will destroy them soon enough. Only the strong survive." The harpy mother give advice to Vauhwyt, but mostly in involves teach the harpies to hunt, sing and how to chose prey. It seems harpy patents believe in tough love. Searching the nest turns up only scraps and bone. It seems the Harpies are quick to learn to fly which makes sense. For the most part they look like young children of about 8 years with wings. After finishing the cow Grace starts to flap about and Bliss starts to scratch at the unhatched eggs they are all making cooing sounds. The spirit tells you to fly off and they should follow you.
Hearing the song, Whysper prepairs for danger, but seeing Malgant fly off with the captives see most of the group is heading back towards the river.
Vorelle finds the song enchanting. Appolo drags Vorelle away from the tree nest.
Arriving at the nest level, Ashira comments to Vauhwyt about adventuring and parenting as she helps the Liontaur.
Its not long before the harpy young seem ready to fly, which is amazing giving that they just hatched, there is probably just enough time in the fly spells to make it back across the river before it expires.
The others make their way back to the scene of the battle either by boat or air along with the spoils of battle. There are several harpy bodies still litter about.
The Mother looks at the ruined wagon and belongs spread about, "Everything is lost! My husband and two older children." She starts to pick up bits of this and that, mostly clothing for her or her children, "We were to meet up with my uncle at the fair. This is all a nightmare."
Back at the nest Its not long before the harpy young seem ready to fly, which is amazing giving that they just hatched, there is probably just enough time in the fly spells to make it back across the river before it expires.
Vorelle Thursday July 22nd, 2010 6:46:12 PM
Vorelle comes back to herself when the baby harpies stop singing. "Ow!" she protests as Appollo gives her another shake. "I'm all right now."
As the others fly back to the river, she keeps pace on foot. Which leads to he problem of how to get back across the river now that everybody's Fly spells have expired.
Aztyr AC 21 (AC 12/20 w Mage Armor+Shield - HP 120/120) & Jynx (AC 20 - HP 60/60) Thursday July 22nd, 2010 7:00:52 PM "Well, if everyone who's not flying, will get in the row boat, I'll try to tow it while I'm flying, it should move a bit faster than rowing."
Valanthe AC 32/ 25 vs intangible HP 156/ 156, Light Fortifacation, Spell Immunity Fireball, Lightning Bolt, Ice Storm d20+9=19 ; Thursday July 22nd, 2010 9:40:44 PM
Valanthe shrugs off the song. It's not as strong as the adult version but considering their age its quite impressive. When the mother said that everything was gone Valanthe walks over and hands her a small pouch of 50 gold pieces. "This should help you get back on your feet." Then Valanthe hurries across the river before the magic fades and she sinks to the bottom of the river.
ooc: will save 19
Vauhwyt and Mookie d100=46 ; Thursday July 22nd, 2010 11:29:49 PM
Vauhwyt has listened to Ashira, and she knows she will have to be responsible for the fledglings. But she had anticipated their being more like newborn cubs ... helpless and a danger to no one at first. She has learned, and fast, that these fledglings are well able to get into trouble already.
So even though they are not yet even an hour old, it is time for the first lessons.
First, when they are eating their beef, Vauhwyt scolds those who are most messy, and gives an extra share to those who are neater. Now, at this point, the ones who are messier and neater is more likely a matter of chance than anything else, but they will soon learn.
When any of them start to scratch or attack the eggs, like Bliss, Vauhwyt makes her scolding sound -- a clicking or chicking sound with her tongue against her teeth. "Be gentle, Bliss," she says. "Do not eat your sisters!"
The liontaur gathers up the three eggs and stashes them in her saddlebags. She has the hope of saving them, too.
After they have eaten, she casts a Prestidigitation cantrip and uses it to the babies them up. When they are dirty, she makes the disapproval sound. After they are clean, she sings and coos.
[In general, I'm hoping Vauhwyt can take 10 on her sing checks if there is no danger. That's a 17.]
She asks the soul what the chances are that a fledgling will fall and fail to fly if she calls them to fly out with her. If it seems even slightly likely, she will not let them all come out randomly. She will make four stay as she brings one out to try. Then once that one masters the art of flight, she will bring out another. and so on.
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A very important question needs to be resolved here. Vauhwyt needs obedience from the babies. How will she get it? In a word, Intimidation. Whenever she needs a baby harpy to obey, she will make the disapproval sound. She will scold. She will glare. She will gently pick up the babe or place it where it must go. If need be, she will speak very strongly and harshly, using hard tones.
Using her Intimidate skill, she should will try to control their behavior. Her check is at +25, or +29 if they are small in size.
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Finally, when she has gotten across the idea of obedience, she casts Alter Self. She cannot take the form of an adult harpy because they are 7 hit dice creatures, and the spell stops at 5 hit dice. She can assume gargoyle form, so that is worth a try. She changes into a gargoyle. arcane spell fail 46 = ok. She leads her chicks into the air.
If that does not work (they won't follow her in that form), then she picks up each in turn, feather falls down, climbs up, and gathers them all that way.
She brings them back to the river, but will not take them across yet. She thinks it would be too cruel to the human victims, the mother and those children.
Whysper (AC 23 - HP 52/52) Friday July 23rd, 2010 2:16:08 AM
Whysper stays on the river bank with Vauhwyt. "Their song does not bother me" she says to Vauhwyt. "And it seems they have you outnumbered" she adds with a smile "you may need a hand"
Ashira AC30, HP120/120, Barkskin (40/60 min) Friday July 23rd, 2010 5:33:53 AM
Having said her peace, Ashira climbs back down the tree. Looks like everything's under control. And now, off to the real business at hand. Finding out what's going on with those refugees...and probably by extension, those sons of Ga'al. The ranger clinches her hands in anticipation of a fight...a fight she can prove herself in.
Vauhwyt and Mookie Friday July 23rd, 2010 7:26:27 AM
"Thanks, Whysper," says Vauwhyt.
"To be frank, I am thinking hard about what to do with them. I can't take them adventuring. I can't leave them alone. I think I will have to take a week or a month off and prepare something for them."
"They need a wet-nurse, and a teacher. And a safe place to stay."
"That's kind of okay, though, because I have been wanting to make a home on Blackbird Lake, and I can use the time to do that too."
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OOC to DM: Could we get a master loot list? I have to go to the Catacombs anyway, so I could deal with the treasure.
Appolo Ac 34 HP106 . Friday July 23rd, 2010 1:15:25 PM
Appolo moves to the river and waits with Vauhwyt and Whysper.Looking over the chicks,he smiles"You know I think thses things will make fine pirates.Just like me.Just have to teach them who and what they can hunt.Also how ro hunt.When to use thier song and whennot to."Appolo reaches into his pack pulls out some beef jerky and tosses each chick apiece.."
Moderate Fortification, AC 26, 128/128 hp Malgant Friday July 23rd, 2010 4:21:03 PM
On the other side of the river, Malgant helps the mother salvage what she can.His sword is sheathed across his back and he slings his shield there as well so that he has both hands free. " My pack is pretty large , and mostly empty. We can salvage whatever you need to as long as it will fit through the opening on one of the pockets. Might I suggest though that you get yourself and the children some clean clothes while I make a fire?It is growing late and we will likely need to camp here for the night. You and the children are probably quite tired and could use some food. I had the barkeep make up some food for when we found you. My name is Malgant, I am a Protector and I will let no harm come to you while we escort you to the fair to meet your Uncle. What is your name, and the children's names?" Malgant takes the time to drag the horses away, out of sight and smell of the camp. At the same time he will drag deadwood back to the shore to make a fire for the night. Once all is set up he will reach into his haversack and pull out the food that he got at the Inn for the family. He helps introduce each of the other members of the group as they return to this side of the river. He takes special care to be between Val and the family as he introduces her. HE knows Val is not a drow, but others may jump to conclusions quickly and this is no time for more excitement.
Spells( * indicates a used spell)
0 Level( 6) Create water x2, detect magic*, Mending , Purify food and drink x2
1st Level (6+1) Domain enlarge person, comprehend languages, protection from evil* , divine favor x2**, enlarge person x2**
2nd Level( 5+1) Domain Bulls strength*, Shield Other*, Lesser Restoration, Shatter, Zone of Truth*, Hold person
3rd Level (5+1) Domain Magic Vestment*, Magic Vestment x2**, Water Breathing x2, Water Walk
4th level (5+1) Domain Divine Power*, Divine Power, Freedom of Movement x2, Discern Lies, Sending*
Spell Effects -Magic Vestment on armor to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on shield to make the bonus +3 .... 26 hour duration(lesser rod of extend used) cast at 6 am -Magic Vestment on Vauhwyt's shield to make the bonus +3 .... 13 hour duration cast at 6 am -Greater Magic Weapon by Vauhwyt on Malgant's Longsword to make the bonus +3 ... 24 hour duration (rod of lesser extend used) cast at 6 am -Spell immunity on Val vs Fireball, Lightning bolt and Ice Storm 1015 rounds -10 of 10 Haste 'charges' used for today
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