DM - JC The Mystery Man and where did he come from d20+10=16 ; Sunday July 24th, 2011 4:58:27 PM
all playersHighlight to display spoiler: { you all earn 7500 xp}
It takes very little time for the three carpet riders to catch up to the group. As they arrive the dust cloud they created washes over the party. When it clears you see three large Humanoids, two male and one female. Knowledge planes/monsters 23 Highlight to display spoiler: { They are Genies of some sort} Knowledge planes/monsters 29 Highlight to display spoiler: { They are Shaitans} They have left their carpets and the carpets seem to fade into the hard packed dirt of the road. The female speaks up, in a very demanding way. "Where is he? We have been given the task of returning him to Exile. Do not tempt us little people, answer me true, and answer me now!" None of the party is cowed by her attempt to intimidate you, but the other people behind her are looking very serious. One has drawn a dagger, the other has drawn a scimitar, but they haven't moved from being one step behind the female who is doing the talking.
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+4, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour d20+22=25 ; Monday July 25th, 2011 12:09:36 AM
(Edmund doesn't have Know. Planes or Monsters.)
Edmund steps forward a bit and clears his throat nervously, doing his level best to placate the largish, magical, carpet-riding people. However, he is very nervous, and quite hungry, and this throws him off. It also doesn't help that he is covered in dust, and this has annoyed him somewhat. (Diplomacy 25)
"Hullo, hullo," he says genially. "We've no immediate intention of tempting you or trying to stop you. Tell us who you mean--who you are looking for--and we'll see if we can help."
Edmund looks at the rest of the party quizzically, hoping someone else can figure out if these individuals are dangerous, evil, or malevolent. For his part, Edmund makes no threatening gestures, but he doesn't volunteer information--preferring instead to find out exactly what they want, rather than simply assuming they are referring to the man whom the party met earlier.
Edmund does try to smile. He sincerely doesn't want to seem impolite or rude.
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 105/105 Monday July 25th, 2011 8:06:42 AM
Scarab of protection (spell resistance 20. The scarab can also absorb energy-draining attacks, death effects, and negative energy effects) Bracer of adaptation- immune to all harmfull gases and vapors. aura of good immune fear, Each ally within 10 feet of her gains a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against fear effects immune to disease, magic sleep immune to charm - Each ally within 10 feet of her gains a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm effects Low light vision
---------------------------- Ramen remains in guard for attacks and attempts to detect evil on the group. " You'll find miss that the little people have big stings.... cease the hostilities, we can parlay."
Tishe' (AC:27 CMD:19 HP 107/107) d20+10=13 ; Monday July 25th, 2011 1:47:37 PM
Tishe' searches her mind but can't come up with anything that explains the three's origins. That they seem powerful and potentially dangerous, the witch has no doubt, and is glad her packmates are cautious.
She lets Edmund take the lead in speaking with these beings, very well aware he's looking for information since the one they are obviously speaking about is the Ragged King.
...Action
...Effects Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex Arcane Sight 13/13 min: blue glowing eyes; can immediately see all magical auras and location within
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 d20+21=36 ; Monday July 25th, 2011 2:18:58 PM
Snafu stepped out of hiding and followed up on Edmund's questions.
"Greetings!" he started. "As my friend said, we have no intention of trying to stop you, though since we have taken an oath to protect this land and the people in it, it is important for us to understand what this person has done to warrant exile? Is he dangerous to the people of this land? And, who has proclaimed that he should be put in exile?"
"Please, we would be in a better position to help you with a little bit more information."
Thar, AC 27, 124 (+11 temp) hps/124 (+11 hps), d20+8=22 ; d20+19=23 ; d20+25=42 ; Monday July 25th, 2011 3:27:42 PM
(Sorry I missed Fri's post... Had family in for 2 of my kid's Bdays and haven't even had a minute to turn PC on... Things calm now...)
When the creatures were coming their way in the sky, Thar (being out in his usual point/scouting position), would have moved into the trees and stayed quiet, hidden and using trunks for cover... Once they dismount, he stays where he is and continues watching them closely, especially the two behind the leader... For now, he takes out his bow and slowly gets an arrow ready... He doesn't aim at them but if needed, can fire off a barrage if they start hostilities...
Stealth = 25 (forgot the bonus for terrain... Is 25, not 23) Perc = 42
He also tries to observe what kind of creatures they could be...
Know (Planes) = 22
Kahlan Palance -- AC 26/17/21 -- CMD 32 -- HP 158/158 d20+22=42 ; Monday July 25th, 2011 3:56:38 PM
Kahlan's eyes flash as she attempts to detect Evil on the newcomers. She doesn't like their tone and keeps her mithril blades brandished, not relaxing her stance. Looking up at the large creatures Kahlan replies in an icy tone. "I don't take kindly to threats. Choose your next words carefully, or I'll do more than brandish my weapons..."
Intimidate: 42 (Natural 20)
Kahlan Palance -- AC 26/17/21 -- CMD 32 -- HP 158/158 d20+15=34 ; Monday July 25th, 2011 4:10:41 PM
Forgot to Add Sense Motive to see how they respond.
Sense Motive: 34
DM - JC The Mystery Man and where did he come from Monday July 25th, 2011 8:34:37 PM
Kalhan you sense that they are very violent, and will soon stop treating with the group.
The female is somewhat cowed and takes a step back. One of the males says, "I told you woman, these humans are just going to get in our way, leave this to me." He is a big beefy type, compared to the other male, he has gems sewn all over his silk shirt, enough that it is sparkling in the sun light distracting you somewhat. He sniffs a couple times and he looks directly at Edmund and says, "You, Human, you have his stench about you, this is your last chance to tell me where you sent him. He will remain banished and I'll book no interference from likes of you. If you don't answer me now, we shall just have to teach you who are your betters." He has a cruel smile as he finishes up speaking. With the female now having been moved to the rear she draws a scimitar, even though she seems a little nervous.
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+4, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour d20+22=42 ; Monday July 25th, 2011 11:24:32 PM
Edmund furrows his brow. He is not lying and tries to communicate this as diplomatically as he can. He endeavours now to placate the violent man who stands before him. (Diplomacy=42, Natural 20!)
"Stench notwithstanding, I believe you are mistaken, for I am no simple human. And mayhaps twice it has deceived you, friend--I only ask you to tell me whose stench you mean, and I will be happy to oblige you, for I tell you the truth: I have sent no one anywhere today, nor have any of my companions. We have no authority to do such a thing, and if you are as powerful as you give the impression that you are, you will know that I am not lying."
Edmund presents a sweeping bow and earnestly adds, "We are not trying to slow you down--feel free to continue on without any interference from us. It is not our intent to delay or impede you, nor are any of us liars or charlatans. Is the white of my robe insufficient proof? Are the oaths of my fellows not good enough for one such as yourself? Tell us whom you seek, for we have met no one claiming to be in exile, nor have we encountered any who were seeking our aid. Wherefore would we lie to you? What possible cause could we have? No, be assured, I am speaking the truth."
"Sheathe your blades," he says. "We have no desire for an armed conflict. That will not find your missing person any the more quickly, nor will it enable us to finish our own unrelated business. Your power is evident--as is ours. Let us discourse and perhaps we will both find what we want sooner, rather than later."
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 105/105 Tuesday July 26th, 2011 8:01:45 AM
ooc> Detect evil results plz? { I'll be away from Thursday to Tuesday on vacation - no pc access likely}
Thar Tuesday July 26th, 2011 9:55:07 AM
Thar continues hiding in the woods but senses that trouble might soon erupt... He aims his weapon at the female, as she's the likely spell caster of the group... He subtly casts detect evil and if they appear evil, he'll cast Prot from Evil upon himself, whispering the words to remain hidden and quiet
Tishe' (AC:27 CMD:19 HP 107/107) d100=29 ; Tuesday July 26th, 2011 12:58:55 PM
Tishe' thinks Edmund is as likely to talk these strangers off their pedestal as a Prarie Pig was to fly. And the assumed superiority feels too much like bullying, which gets her dander up!
"Hold your attack and sheath your weapons!", she commands the angry man, "for you are in Cinnamon Valley and WE are the authority in this place. If you are after the Ragged King, we have seen him, and if he is guilty of crimes, can assist in bringing him to justice."
She pauses and Readies a spell. "But if you are going to be treadle-footed boobies about it, we'll thrash you first!"
...Action Readies Doom on the scimitar man. Will DC 21 or -2 to all die rolls.
...Effects Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex Arcane Sight 13/13 min: blue glowing eyes; can immediately see all magical auras and location within
Falmar CURRENT AC: 36 HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H Tuesday July 26th, 2011 1:51:01 PM
Falmar doesn't have any idea what these are except that they are threatening his friends.Standing 20 off to the side, he keeps his arrow knocked and awaits a change one way or another.
Spells Pal - CLW, Bless, Less.Rest Wiz 0 - Light, det.mag. Magehand, mending, arcane mark 1 - BH, SG, MM, Jump, True Strike 2 - Blindness, Knock, Bull Str, Gust o' wind 3 - LB, Windwall, Haste
Kahlan Palance -- AC 26/17/21 -- CMD 32 -- HP 158/158 d20+22=38 ; Tuesday July 26th, 2011 2:49:57 PM "Apparently you don't hear so well as your friend in the back." Kahlan says as she points her scimitar to the woman who was cowered by her words moments before, the icy threat from her previous words still hanging in the air.
Kahlan steps as close as possible to the tall creature and in barely more than a whisper finishes her threat. "I'll say it this one, last time. Threaten one of my pack-mates again, and your head will be parted from your body. Your friends may live... but you... you will die by my blades."
Kahlan continues to stand mere inches from the creature, her weapons hanging loosely at her side.
Intimidate: 38 Cast Greater Magic Weapon on Scimitar. (Curious what Detect Evil found earlier as well.)
Tyris is standing back with the rest of the group.
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+4, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour Tuesday July 26th, 2011 2:53:50 PM
Edmund continues to smile pleasantly whilst his companions provide the stick to back up his carrot.
"See," he says. "Wouldn't it be easier to talk instead? It will be faster, and everyone will leave in good order."
DM - JC The Mystery Man and where did he come from d20+14=19 d20+14=28 d20+14=15 Tuesday July 26th, 2011 5:46:50 PM "Listen Missy, you don't threaten a member of the Royal Guards. Either get out of my face or I'll remove it for you. That man, over there in white Robes don't scare me much either, and I know he's had contact. He's carrying some of Ahmed's wine, and the only way he could have gotten it was from him." He puffs up his chest and then says, "I will not ask again, if I don't start getting answers that satisfy me I'll wring them out of your broken bodies." As he finishes the female seems to vanish into the road, the other male moves he scimitar so it's not just hanging there, he's obviously getting prepared for a fight. "They've got friends Dwellen." Says the other male.
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+4, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour Tuesday July 26th, 2011 8:17:45 PM
Edmund frowns. He is not pleased with the fellow's tone. He responds and the politeness is now merely a formality atop thinly veiled anger.
"I've already told you that we haven't sent anyone anywhere, nor have we done anything with anyone. If you are referring to the vagabond that was on the road--the one whose wine I have--we left him alone. He was utterly unintelligible and could not understand us. The last I saw, he was still on the road headed along alone. We had little enough to do with him because we are on our own business which, as far as we are aware, does not concern him in the least."
"Of course, if the truth doesn't satisfy you, then you are welcome to try and wring what lies you want out of us. But none of us here are much given to the telling of falsehoods, so I think you'll find the task more difficult than you think."
With that, Edmund falls to the rear of his companions, adding as he goes, "I'm done talking. I've no more interest in seeing truth repaid with boorish malice."
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 107/107) Tuesday July 26th, 2011 10:09:03 PM
At the disappearance of the woman, Tishe' sees that as an attack and her Readied Doom strikes the leading man. (Will Dc 21 or -2 to all die rolls)
"You have threatened us, and now you will stay here and speak with us", Tishe' tells the lately-carpet-travelling Royal Guards. "We know where this Ahmed was going, but you must put away your weapons."
To her packmates she cautions, "we can't let these beings continue where they will bully and push around others that are less capable of taking care of themselves."
She casts a Barkskin on herself and waits for the inevitable.
...Action Readies Doom on the scimitar man. Will DC 21 or -2 to all die rolls. Cast Barkskin
...Effects Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex Arcane Sight 13/13 min: blue glowing eyes; can immediately see all magical auras and location within Barkskin: +5 AC
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 105/105 Wednesday July 27th, 2011 11:43:56 AM
Scarab of protection (spell resistance 20. The scarab can also absorb energy-draining attacks, death effects, and negative energy effects) Bracer of adaptation- immune to all harmfull gases and vapors. aura of good immune fear, Each ally within 10 feet of her gains a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against fear effects immune to disease, magic sleep immune to charm - Each ally within 10 feet of her gains a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm effects Low light vision
---------------------------- Ramen stands his grounds...
" Cease this! We are the law in these parts! If you seek an unlawfull figitive from your justice, speak! And we will give assistance. If this person be persecuted without rightfull cause, then we shall aid him. But by Pantheon's wrath we will not be dictated to in our own lands!"
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 d20+21=35 ; Wednesday July 27th, 2011 1:50:50 PM
Snafu listened to the exchange of diplomacy and threats and pondered how foolish the whole situation was. Surely there was a better way to resolve this conflict, but pig headedness was getting in the way.
At first Snafu was going to launch into a long monologue about the importance of reason, but when the woman disappeared and Tishe responded with a spell, Snafu knew that the situation would surely come to blows.
Kahlan Palance -- AC 26/17/21 -- CMD 32 -- HP 158/158 Wednesday July 27th, 2011 3:33:13 PM "You were warned." She casts Greater Magic Weapon on her kukri and assumes a combat stance. She stands her ground for the coming attack as she beckons them forward with a hand gesture.
It is obvious the Paladin wants a fight but does not want to through the first punch.
Cast: Greater Magic Weapon
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight (round 1) d20+8=19 ; d20+9=21 ; d20+16=25 ; d20+11=26 ; d8+9=10 ; d8+9=11 ; Wednesday July 27th, 2011 8:28:29 PM
(last round's actions) The Doom spell tries to settle over the Large man, as it fails to take effect he gives a smile.[b] "How nice, now we just defend ourselves." (failed to add a bonus to the roll which makes the 21 DC) He reaches out and lays a hand on Kalhan's breast plate. (you need a save for your armor (2 + 1/2 character level) so @ +8 with a DC of 21) if save fails Highlight to display spoiler: { Kalhan's armor turns to mercury and runs off, pooling in the dirt of the road.} The other male steps up to Ramen and attacks with his scimitar. Hitting him with both of his hacks with the large blade. (14 damage and 15 damage respectively, some things were not added in to roll) The female fails to show herself this round, leaving the group with no idea where she is.
I have 2 in the woods just off the road, the rest are on the road, is that correct? (correct if wrong)
Thar, AC 27, 124/124, PfE, Spell Resistance 23 Wednesday July 27th, 2011 8:35:32 PM
Thar shakes his head and mutters with regret, "You've got to be kidding me... I wasn't in the mood to fight today and I guess I'll have to cancel those dinner plans I set up with my lady... She's going to be really mad..."
Since the fight's going to start, he casts Spell resistance 23 to get himself protected vs. any magics that might come his way...
Thar, AC 27, 124/124, PfE, Spell Resistance 23 Wednesday July 27th, 2011 8:39:19 PM
(DM - I posted my last round's post just as you were making your DM post... If t's OK, my next post will have my response to your post (this round))
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 76/105 d20+14=27 ; d10+10=11 ; d6=2 ; d6=1 ; d20+9=15 ; d10+10=14 ; d6=1 ; d6=2 ; d20+4=16 ; d10+10=14 ; d6=3 ; d6=2 ; Wednesday July 27th, 2011 10:00:02 PM
ooc> It's kinda important to know the results of the detect evil from two posts ago as it will effect my choice of actions.
-------------------- Scarab of protection (spell resistance 20. The scarab can also absorb energy-draining attacks, death effects, and negative energy effects) Bracer of adaptation- immune to all harmfull gases and vapors. aura of good immune fear, Each ally within 10 feet of her gains a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against fear effects immune to disease, magic sleep immune to charm - Each ally within 10 feet of her gains a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm effects Low light vision
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Ramen defends himself and attacks. Two handed Power attack-2/+5
Attack 1 (+14) 27 for 11 physical 2 holy and 1 fire damage Attach 2 (+9) 15 for 14 physical, 1 holy and 2 fire Attack 3 (+4) 16 for 14 physical, 3 holy and 2 fire
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 76/105 Wednesday July 27th, 2011 10:00:56 PM
ooc> Need a sub please t'il Tuesday.
Falmar CURRENT AC: 36 HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H 6d6=19 ; d100=28 ; Wednesday July 27th, 2011 11:29:42 PM
(assuming line of sight and acceptable angle.)
Falmar drops his bow and gestures releasing a Lightning Bolt at the non-Kahlan-touching Royal Guard.
19 Damage reflex for 1/2 @ 18
Now where did the third one go.....maybe Dondit will smell her...
(5% armor check passed)
Spells Pal - CLW, Bless, Less.Rest Wiz 0 - Light, det.mag. Magehand, mending, arcane mark 1 - BH, SG, MM, Jump, True Strike 2 - Blindness, Knock, Bull Str, Gust o' wind 3 - LB-used, Windwall, Haste
Thar, AC 27, 124/124, PfE, Spell Resistance 23 d20+12=29 ; d8+7=12 ; d20+13=22 ; d20+13=15 ; d6+7=9 ; d6+7=13 ; d20+18=35 ; Thursday July 28th, 2011 9:24:10 AM
(This round's actions) Thar decides to bring in some help and casts MS5, summoning in his old friend, Larry the celestial dire lion...
Once Larry arrives, he'll pounce on the other male (not the large man), trying to grab and grapple...
Attack 1 = Bite Hit AC 29 for 12 dmg + GRAB Attack 2 and 3 (claws) = Hit AC 22 for 9 and AC 15 for 13
Grab Attack (since Bite Hit) to Start Grapple = 35 vs opponents CMD
DM Info Larry's Stats - AC 15, Resist 10 Cold/Elect/Acid, SR 13, DR 5/evil; 60/60 hps; Fort +9, Ref +8, Will +3; Melee bite +12 (1d8+7 plus grab), 2 claws +13 (1d6+7), Special Attacks pounce, rake (2 claws +13, 1d6+7), Smite Evil 1/day (adds Cha bonus to attack rolls and damage bonus equal to HD against evil foes; smite persists until the target is dead or the celestial Creature rests)
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight (round 1) Thursday July 28th, 2011 12:50:50 PM
The large people are non-evil , I thought I'd said that the first time, if I failed, sorry. Just have had a bunch of stuff going on IRL. I'll do my regular post this evening.
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 158/158 d20+8=18 ; d20+21=38 ; d20+18=29 ; d20+13=19 ; d6+7=12 ; Thursday July 28th, 2011 3:30:47 PM OOC: And here I was hoping to smite this bad word. Sigh.
Kahlan watches as her breastplate turns to liquid and pools at her feet. To say she is not amused in the least bit is a HUGE understatement. At least she was wearing a padded shirt underneath or this could have been slightly embarrassing.
In her very... exposed, position, Kahlan tumbles away, back-flipping three times as she moves back 10ft and to the left 5ft. As she does, Tyris, having been commanded by their empathic link (and the fact that they have practiced this many times now on straw targets) does his best to Overrun the large creature.
Once back out out of range Kahlan says a quick prayer to Domi and ask for his Divine Favor in battle. As an Observer of the Connoisseurs of Combat, she will watch the scimitar wielding foe if he engages in melee to better understand his combat prowess.
Kahlan: Fort Save: 18 (Not arguing, but I though magic items used the will saves of their owner's/wearers. Just curious.) Acrobatics: 38 to not provoke an AoO whilst moving out of a threatened area. Move Action: Move back 10ft and to the left 5ft. Standard Action: Cast Divine Favor Free Action: Observer CoC ability to determine Scimitar wielders BAB.
Tyris: Greater Overrun/ Trample: CMB 29 vs. Scimitar Wielders CMD. Enemy can not choose to avoid, and it does not provoke and AoO. If successful enemy becomes prone allowing Tyris an AoO with 1 hoof at +4 (wasn't added in on the roll). If Overrun is successful: 1 Hoof Attack: Hit AC 23 for 12 points of Bludgeoning Damage.
Companions w/in 10ft: +4 to saves vs. Fear +4 to saves vs. Compulsion
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 107/107) d20+20=21 ; d100=8 ; d100=21 ; Thursday July 28th, 2011 4:27:27 PM
Tishe' is surprised at the spell, but still identifies it from her memory, and shouts it to her packmates.
"Ramen, Falmar, you need to go toe to toe with these two! Kahlan, back up and use missles!" Tishe' doesn't call out for Snafu or Thar, not wanting to give away thier position or thier tactics.
"Words would have been easier, you big bully", grinds Tishe' as she calls the arrogant attacker the worst thing she can think of, "now you will have to pay the harper."
Tishe' weaves two spells, so close on one another that it appears they are the same. Unfortuneately, trying to be so quick, the fickle ley lines move out of her way and only one spell is cast.
...Action Spellcraft: 21 to identify spell up to 6th level
Cast Doom on Angry Dude 8% spell fails. Cast Quickened Doom on Scimitar Dude; 21% spell succeeds, Will DC 21 or -2 attack, save, skills, and ability checks
...Effects Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex Arcane Sight 13/13 min: blue glowing eyes; can immediately see all magical auras and location within Barkskin: +5 AC
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+8, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour, Shield Thursday July 28th, 2011 5:22:11 PM
Edmund continues to move so as to put as many of his companions between himself and the angry sword-waving fellows as is possible. He also does his best to stay well clear of melee range.
Calling out to the two, violent men, Edmund shouts, "This is all very disagreeable! Stop fighting and we will settle this without needless effusion of blood! There is no need for this!"
Yet, despite his attempts, Edmund doubts they will listen, and moves to protect himself as best he can by casting another defensive spell.
DM Sanity Info. Move Action: Continue to move away from the attackers. (Is there a map? How do we know where they are--or where anyone is, including trees, cover, &c.?) Standard Action: Cast Shield on Self
Spells - Durations - Effects Mage Armour on Self - 13 Hours - +4 to AC Shield on Self - 130 Rounds - +4 to AC
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight (round 2) d20+4=11 ; d20+10=22 ; d20+21=39 ; d20+16=29 ; d20+21=33 ; 2d8+24=31 ; d8+12=15 ; d20+14=27 ; 2d6+9=13 ; d3=3 ; d20+15=31 Thursday July 28th, 2011 8:50:03 PM
(Can't get Map tools to let me extract it so i can run it.)(if anyone can tell me how to get it working, I'll be glad to listen.)
Kahlan succeeds in rolling off her mount and ending up away from the Large man who caused her Armor to become Mercury. Her horse tries to run him down, he gives a hearty laugh and it ends suddenly as he is knocked down, Tyris succeeds in stomping on him for some damage, but he fades into the roadway and vanishes. Kahlan Highlight to display spoiler: { BAB is +9} Thar, Larry jumps into the fight, hitting with his bite, missing with claws. Edmund casts his mage armor, and moves back. Falmar casts his lightning bolt hitting him in the chest. Tishe' casts another Doom, this one also seems to fail to take effect. Tishe'Highlight to display spoiler: {Metalmorphe Su, not a spell} Ramen Swings three times, succeeds in hitting one time. Ramen Highlight to display spoiler: { your holy effect seems to not effect him.} Snafu is still doing what it is he does. (not a clue, but expect he is moving closer to the fight) (Who am I missing?)
Man 1 (was on Kahlan) Damage total 12 Man 2 (scimitar) damage total 31
Man 1 fades into the road, same as the female did. Man 2 Take the damage from the Lion and is grappled. He remains grappled after trying to break it. Female , She appears next to Tishe', she seems to literally just come up out of the ground. Attacking one time with surprise (unexpected like invis) She hits 13 damage (includes Backstab damage) Tishe' make a Fort save DC 14. Tishe' Highlight to display spoiler: { Take 3 points of Con damage if you fail save}
If you are placed in wrong location, let me know, I'll move you
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+8, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour, Shield, Invisible d20+25=35 ; Thursday July 28th, 2011 9:23:24 PM
Edmund does his best to stay out of the way of the melee, and shouts at the attackers again.
"This is your last chance. You'll have a hard time finding your quarry if you're dead! Surrender yourselves!" (Intimidate = 35)
Fully expecting his words to fall on deaf ears, Edmund clenches his hands and stomps his foot. "Stupid!" he shouts. "Stupid! Stupid! Stupid!"
A moment later, he vanishes entirely out of sight, and then moves thirty feet away, not getting any closer to the fight, nor any farther, but merely changing his position, whereupon he stops and remains completely silent.
DM Sanity Info. Move Action: Circle around, remaining out of melee range, but not getting any farther from (or closer to) the fight. Standard Action: Activate Ring of Invisibility.
Spells - Durations - Effects Mage Armour on Self - 13 Hours - +4 to AC Shield on Self - 129 Rounds - +4 to AC Invisibility on Self - ~ - Numerous effects. See CR p. 301-302, 563-564, 567
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+8, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour, Shield, Invisible Thursday July 28th, 2011 9:27:26 PM
((OOC: I don't know about maptools, but I've always just used a Spreadsheet in Google Docs. to make maps, just like we share our character sheets.
Thar and I have used them before in the PlateauCity/Mithril Order game, and they worked extremely well. Simply create a spreadsheet and make squares. You can colour the squares to indicate terrrain, obstacles, and so on, and characters can be represented with text, i.e. Ed for Edmund, Th for Thar, and so on.
I'd be happy to set this up for you. I have a fondness for creating such maps. It is, however, very easy to use, and I doubt you would need my help if you have even a passing familiarity with spreadsheets.))
Thar, AC 27, 124/124, PfE, Spell Resistance 23 Thursday July 28th, 2011 10:51:53 PM
Ooc - Dm, doesn't being grappled stop man 2 from moving and attacking? He's got a lion that weighs over a ton on top of him... The lions grapple was 35 vs mans cmd... Don't have my pfinder in front of me to quote exact grapple rules...
DM JC: how is it a Celestial Dire Lion? from the spell it's only a Dire Lion. Sorry I missed that line, I'll correct it.
Falmar CURRENT AC: 36 HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H d20+20=33 ; d6+9=14 ; Thursday July 28th, 2011 11:14:30 PM
Falmar draws his Scimitar as he moves to engage the female attacking Tishe (U-5)
Moving through the ground is a nice pick.... wonder how that's done...HA! some other time !!..
" Nice trick, but you're going to staying in the ground now !
Attack 1 : Hits AC 33
Damage : 14
Spells Pal - CLW, Bless, Less.Rest Wiz 0 - Light, det.mag. Magehand, mending, arcane mark 1 - BH, SG, MM, Jump, True Strike 2 - Blindness, Knock, Bull Str, Gust o' wind 3 - LB-used, Windwall, Haste
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 d20+21=34 d6+5=6 5d6(4+1+1+3+2)=11 d20+19=32 d20+19=39 d20+19=35 d20+19=33 d20+14=24 d8+2=3 d8+2=8 d8+2=6 d8+2=10 d4+2=5 d4+2=3 d20+19=26 5d6(3+4+1+3+1)=12 5d6(1+3+1+2+3)=10 5d6(2+2+4+6+5)=19 5d6(3+1+5+1+6)=16 5d6(4+2+2+1+5)=14 Friday July 29th, 2011 9:38:09 AM
OOC- sorry about missing the last round.
Words of power were uttered, and a moment later a red ray of magical energy exploded from thin air. The ray targeted the opponent closest to Snafu (OOC- hit touch AC 34; damage 6 strength DC 16 for half; sneak damage 11).
The invisible Snafu then drew his second sword (quick draw) and attacked his swords and paws (see action section for rolls)
Actions: 1) Cast quickened ray of enfeeblement (6 strength DC 16 for half; sneak damage 11) 2) Quick draw 3) Full attack
DM SANITY NOTES:
Attacks: Rapier -Attack 1- Hit 32 Damage 3+12 sneak= 15 -Attack 2- Hit 39 (crit 26)- Dam 8+10=18
SSword -Attack 1- Hit AC 24; D 6+14=20
Paws -Attack 1- Hit 35; D 5+19=24 -Attack 2- Hit 33; D 3+16=19
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight (round 2) Friday July 29th, 2011 3:10:24 PM
I adjusted man #2's actions. He is grappled and he has had a brain fart so none of your actions need to change.
Also, how is it a Celestial Dire Lion.. that level spell would only get a Dire Lion. Please fill me in.
Thar, AC 27, 124/124, PfE, Spell Resistance 23 Friday July 29th, 2011 4:01:40 PM Ooc Dm - the lion had a asterisk next to it and at the bottom, it says that creatures are summoned with the celestial template if caster is good.
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 158/158 d20+13=16 ; d20+13=25 ; d20+13=22 ; d4=2 ; d6+7=9 ; d6+7=12 ; d20+19=30 ; d20+19=21 ; d6+12=16 ; d4+12=15 ; Friday July 29th, 2011 5:02:48 PM Only one target visible correct?
Tyris tries to bite and kick the adjacent man.
Kahlan comes in trying to flank the man with Tyris.
Please add +4 to Tyris and Kahlan's attacks as the man is prone and grappled.
Companions w/in 10ft: +4 to saves vs. Fear +4 to saves vs. Compulsion
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight (round 2) Friday July 29th, 2011 5:10:20 PM
2, a man on the road and is grappled, the female in the woods behind Tishe'
Still in the trees, Thar decides to cast one last spell to prepare himself... He casts "Divine Power" thus giving him an added attack (4 rather than 3) and some nice bonuses... (+3 luck on Attack, Dmg, Str and Str based skills checks, 11 temp hps, added attack when I do full attack...)
Meanwhile, Larry's found a nice play toy in man #2 and keeps biting and sharpening his claws on him... Maintain Grapple (gets +5 Circum bonus since maintained it) = 30 vs. man's CMD to stay grappled Bite = Hits AC 17 for 12 dmg
DM Info Larry's Stats - AC 15, Resist 10 Cold/Elect/Acid, SR 13, DR 5/evil; 60/60 hps; Fort +9, Ref +8, Will +3; Melee bite +12 (1d8+7 plus grab), 2 claws +13 (1d6+7), Special Attacks pounce, rake (2 claws +13, 1d6+7), Smite Evil 1/day (adds Cha bonus to attack rolls and damage bonus equal to HD against evil foes; smite persists until the target is dead or the celestial Creature rests)
Spells Cast Det Evil, PfE, SR 23, MS 5, Divine Power,
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight (round 2) Friday July 29th, 2011 6:38:34 PM
Is everyone happy with their location now as of beginning of this past round?
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+8, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour, Shield, Invisible Friday July 29th, 2011 10:47:42 PM
((OOC: I am happy with my position, I guess, though I haven't a very clear idea of distances between things, so things like Lightning Bolt and Fireball are totally off the cards. :/
My offer of setting up a spreadsheet is still good. If you're interested, I can easily have it up by this weekend. For those of us whose attacks have an area of effect or which require line of sight, it will be a massive help.))
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 107/107) d20+9=28 ; d20+13=19 ; d100=38 ; Friday July 29th, 2011 11:23:15 PM
ooc: I had thought Tishe' was in the road. Nevermind, here is just fine. :-) .............
Tishe' is startled by the appearance of the woman and arches in pain as she begins bleeding, but she overcomes the attempt at a further wound.
She whirls, realizing that it would be folly to try and run from this woman, and she weaves defensively to cast a spell into her face. "I suggest that you lower your weapons and stand there until the battle is over."
...Action Fort DC 28 success! Cast Defensively: Dc 21 for a 3rd level spell 19+4 for feat = 23 success! Cast Suggestion: 38% success! Will DC 22
...Effects Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex Arcane Sight 13/13 min: blue glowing eyes; can immediately see all magical auras and location within Barkskin: +5 AC
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight (round 2) Saturday July 30th, 2011 12:49:43 PM
I made a mistake..... The Lion can not touch the large man, so I'm gonna have to do some thinking on how to fix this.... any suggestions, I'll listen to them.
Just curious... If I would have known that he couldn't touch him, I would have changed my actions too and not wasted a spell on him... Hmm...
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 158/158 Saturday July 30th, 2011 4:12:26 PM
My guess is Protection from Good.
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 Saturday July 30th, 2011 5:03:13 PM
Ouch... Of course if he cast that while the lion is on him, would it nullify things since he's actually already grappled? If you're grappled, there are some restrictions on casting... Not sure how all that works out...
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight (round 2) Saturday July 30th, 2011 7:44:02 PM
Yes, Protection from Good, and was cast before the group spotted them. Adding HD + class level of the caster it's a long duration.
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight (round 3) d20+10=11 ; d20+12=29 ; d20+15=32 ; d20+15=34 ; 2d6+7=15 ; 2d6+7=11 ; Sunday July 31st, 2011 6:13:01 PM
OK, I made the mistake, so man 2 has the damage done to him that I listed before, but he is not grappled and the lion can't touch him, Ramen did take the 31 + 15, since he did get his attacks.
Now that That is settled on to the New Round. ________________________________________________
Tishe`s suggestion takes effect and the female starts to stand there. Thar casts another spell and Larry tries to hit the man, but something prevents him from doing so. Kalhan moves up to give others Flanking. Snafu steps up and lays into Man 2 and does a fair amount of damage. Falmar rushes over to assist Tishe1 and does the Female some damage. Edmund makes a statement and goes invisible, followed by moving to the side. Ramen (no posted move, He asked for someone to play his character till he gets back) Goes full defensive trying to block all the attacks.
Man 1 comes back up out of the ground, "The Queen will be displeased, so since she will dish out punishment, I'll just need to dish out a little before hand. They say $%^# flows down hill, so here is some for you." He brings both hands up over his head and brings them both down on Kahlan. for 15 and 11 damage. Man 2 slips underground and vanishes from sight. Female begins to just stand there, doing nothing.
Man 1 (fists) Damage total 12 Man 2 (scimitar) damage total 64 ( down 3 strength ) Female Damage 14
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 d20+17=29 ; d20+17=33 ; d20+12=18 ; d20+12=26 ; d20+7=26 ; d20+17=25 ; d20+7=12 ; d6+12=15 ; d4+12=15 ; d4+12=14 ; d4+12=14 ; d6+12=18 ; d6+12=15 ; d6+12=13 ; d20+18=31 d6+7=12 Sunday July 31st, 2011 7:12:02 PM
Kahlan takes the two punches like a champ. "Rather than worry about your queen, who you'll never see again, I'd worry about another female a little closer to you. Besides... I'm standing uphill!"
Tyris: Overrun on Man1: CMB 31 vs Man1's CMD Damage from Trample: 12 Bludgeoning
Add +4 to all of Kahlan's attacks if Tyris makes target Prone. Full Round Attack: Attack1: Hit AC 29/33 Damage1: 12 Attack2: Hit AC 33/37 (Crit Confirm: 25/39) Damage2: 15 (If Critical is confirmed:) 29 Attack3: Hit AC 18/22 Damage3: 15 Attack4: Hit AC 26/30 Damage4: 14 Attack5: Hit AC 26/30 (Crit Confirm: 12/16) Damage5: 18 (If Critical is confirmed:) 31
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 107/107) d100=6 ; Monday August 1st, 2011 11:42:18 AM
"Falmar, leave her standing there and let's deal with the two actives. I don't want my spell broken!"
She tries to cast a Quickened Spectral Hand, but the ley lines jump again, and the spell sputters! "Piggies!", the witch curses.
Tishe' feels it is safe to ignore the one large woman and pulls her Broom of Flying from her magical quiver, jumping on and taking to the skies.
...Action Quickened Spectral Hand; 6% fail (ARRGGHH!!!) remove object from Ehlonna's Quiver; move equivalent Fly 40 feet up
...Effects Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex Arcane Sight 13/13 min: blue glowing eyes; can immediately see all magical auras and location within Barkskin: +5 AC
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+8, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour, Shield, Invisibility, Fly Monday August 1st, 2011 3:14:42 PM
Invisible and keeping his mouth shut, Edmund is busily engaged in getting the jump on those soon-to-be below. He casts another spell on himself, and then flies straight up in the air.
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 d20+14=22 ; d20+15=16 ; d20+15=35 ; d20+15=22 ; d6+7=13 ; d6+7=11 ; d20+20=38 ; d20+15=34 ; d20+15=19 ; d20+15=19 ; d8+11=13 ; d8+11=15 ; d8+11=16 ; d8+11=19 ; d6=1 ; d6=3 ; d6=2 ; d6=6 ; Monday August 1st, 2011 6:04:35 PM
Thar curses as the lion can no longer hurt man 2, so he orders it to try to attack the large man 1 and see how the man likes a huge lion taking a bite out of his leg... Larry will charge the man and use his pounce ability to gain a full attack...
Larry the Lion (if the man isn't protected by PfG) Charge and Pounce bite vs man 1: Hit AC 22 for 13 pts Claw 1 vs. man 1 = Miss (rolled 1) Claw 2 vs. man 1 = Hit AC 35 (nat'l 20, check = 22... )=> If not critical, does 11, if critical does 22 pts.
Meanwhile, Thar tries to find the man #2, but apparently the man is gone... So he shifts his aim towards Man #1 and lets off a flurry of arrows...
Arrow 1 = Hit AC 38 - 16 dmg + 1 shock = 17 Arrow 2 = Hit AC 34 - 18 dmg +3 shock = 21 Arrow 3 = Hit AC 19? - 19 dmg + 2 shock = 21 Arrow 4 = Hit AC 19? - 22 dmg + 6 shock = 28
(Note he has 2 arrow for his BAB, 1 for rapid fire feat and 1 for divine power spell. ALSO, I forgot to add the +3 dmg bonus in the rolls but I accounted for them in final number).
TOTALS from Thar and Larry (assuming man 1 is NOT prot by PFG)= Dmg to Man 1 if AC<19 = 35 Larry + 87 Thar = 122 Dmg to Man 1 if 19<AC<= 22 = 35 Larry + 38 Thar = 73 Dmg to Man 1 if 35>AC>22 = 11 Larry + 38 Thar = 49 Dmg to Man 1 if AC >=35 = 11 Larry + 17 Thar = 28
DM Info Larry's Stats - AC (13 this round of charge)/15, Resist 10 Cold/Elect/Acid, SR 13, DR 5/evil; 60/60 hps; Fort +9, Ref +8, Will +3; Melee bite +12 (1d8+7 plus grab), 2 claws +13 (1d6+7), Special Attacks pounce, rake (2 claws +13, 1d6+7), Smite Evil 1/day (adds Cha bonus to attack rolls and damage bonus equal to HD against evil foes; smite persists until the target is dead or the celestial Creature rests)
MS 5 = 9/11 rounds DivPow = 10/11 rounds (adds +3 luck on Attack, Dmg, Str and Str based skills checks, 11 temp hps, added attack when I do full attack...)
Spells Cast Det Evil, PfE, SR 23, MS 5, Divine Power
Falmar CURRENT AC: 36 HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H d100=40 ; Monday August 1st, 2011 9:41:35 PM
Seeing the Female stop and look at Tishe' Falmar Casts Haste. (6 rounds Thar, Tishe', Falmar) (armor check passed)
Hope that lasts....Ha, it better !
Falmar then moves to S-9.
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight (round 4) d20+13=28 ; d20+13=14 ; Monday August 1st, 2011 10:23:23 PM
Kahlan, stands toe to toe with the large man (#1), Her trusty mount turns and tries to charge him, but misses the charge. She attacks and hits 4 times, one of which is a critical. Doing 73 damage total. Tishe` tries to cast a spell but it fizzles, and then mounts her Broom, rising 20' into the air. (1/2 speed for gaining height) Edmund also gains height after having cast fly on himself. Thar has his Lion try and attack the other large man, and gets the same result, he's not able to touch him. Other than that he unleashes a torrent of arrows at Man 1. He hits with two of his arrows doing 38 damage. Falmar casts Haste and then moves to get a better position. Ramen stays on the defensive.
Man 1 (fists) Damage total 123 Man 2 (scimitar) damage total 64 ( down 3 strength ) Female Damage 14
Man 1 once again slips beneath the surface of the road, vanishing from sight. Man 2 appears behind the Female. He reaches out and touches Falmar's Breast Plate, Make a Fort save for the armor DC 20 (2 + 1/2 character level is the bonus to the d20) If failed, it runs off you in rivulets of mercury and pools on the ground at your feet. Female stands there again, doing nothing.
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 d20+18=27 ; d6+5=11 ; d20+17=31 ; d20+17=30 ; d20+12=24 ; d20+12=20 ; d20+7=26 ; d20+7=22 ; d6+12=18 ; d6+12=17 ; d6+12=17 ; d4+12=14 ; d4+12=16 ; d6+12=17 ; Monday August 1st, 2011 10:38:17 PM "Ah, I see, you are all too scared to fight like real men... I'm not even armored. It's ok, keep running, you'll just die tired."
Kahlan will hold action until someone pops up within 30ft of her. She will then charge and attack, unless they are within 5ft, then she will full round attack.
If Charge: Hit AC 33 Damage: 18
If Full Round: Attack1: Hit AC 31 Damage1: 18 Attack2: 30 Damage2: 14 Attack3: 24 Damage3: 16 Attack4: 20 Damage4: 17 Attack5: 26 (Crit Confirm: 22) Damage5: 17 (If Confirmed: 34)
Tyris charges Man2, attempting to Overrun and Trample him. CMB of 27: Damage of 11
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 d20+22=34 ; Monday August 1st, 2011 10:40:19 PM
Rolled it in the wrong spot, but Intimidate 34 to Goad the hidden combatants into showing themselves.
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 d20+22=28 ; d20+22=30 ; d20+22=41 ; d20+22=38 ; d20+20=22 ; d20+22=26 ; d8+2=3 ; d8+2=7 ; d8+2=3 ; d8+2=10 ; d4+2=4 ; d4+2=6 ; 5d6=21 ; 5d6=16 ; 5d6=18 ; 5d6=19 ; 5d6=10 ; 5d6=20 ; Monday August 1st, 2011 10:54:05 PM
Snafu charged the nearest visible man while yelling "nobody needs to get hurt! Drop your weapons and let's start this encounter over again... with words instead of swordplay!"
...
Assuming the men don't heed Snafu's words, he'll make a full attack using liontaur charge.
Attacks: Rapier -Attack 1- Hit 28 Damage 3+ 21= 24 -Attack 2- Hit 30- D 7 + 16= 23 -Attack 3- Hit 26 - D3 + 18= 21
SSword -Attack 1- Hit AC 22; D 10+ 19= 29
Paws -Attack 1- Hit 41; D 4+ 10= 14 -Attack 2- Hit 38; D 6+ 20= 26
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) d100=69 ; d4=1 ; Monday August 1st, 2011 11:05:08 PM
Tishe' rises 20 feet higher in the air and tries to concentrate on catching hold of a ley line to cast a Spectral Hand. This time, it works.
...Action Fly 20 feet up Cast Spectral Hand: 69% works! She now has a Spectral Hand floating with her.
...Effects Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex Arcane Sight 13/13 min: blue glowing eyes; can immediately see all magical auras and location within Barkskin: +5 AC
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 d20+11=26 ; d20+20=37 ; d20+15=30 ; d20+15=23 ; d20+15=30 ; d8+11=17 ; d8+11=17 ; d8+11=19 ; d8+11=15 ; d6=6 ; d6=1 ; d6=2 ; d6=3 ; Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 9:57:31 AM
Thar curses as Larry's attacks are again wasted... For now at least, he'll ask Larry to try to find and locate man #1... The lion sniffs here and there, pawing at the ground and trying to smell and hear the man with his animal senses... (Percep = 26)
Meanwhile, Thar stops firing at man 1 since the annoying enemy disappears... He turns again, locates man 2 and fires off a volley ...
Arrow 1 vs Man 2= Hit AC 37 for 20 + 6 shock = 26 Arrow 2 vs man 2= Hit AC 30 for 20 + 1 shock = 21 Arrow 3 vs man 2= Hit AC 23 for 22 + 2 shock = 24 Arrow 4 vs man 2= Hit AC 30 for 18 + 3 shock = 21
DM Info Larry's Stats - AC (13 this round of charge)/15, Resist 10 Cold/Elect/Acid, SR 13, DR 5/evil; 60/60 hps; Fort +9, Ref +8, Will +3; Melee bite +12 (1d8+7 plus grab), 2 claws +13 (1d6+7), Special Attacks pounce, rake (2 claws +13, 1d6+7), Smite Evil 1/day (adds Cha bonus to attack rolls and damage bonus equal to HD against evil foes; smite persists until the target is dead or the celestial Creature rests)
MS 5 = 8/11 rounds DivPow = 9/11 rounds (adds +3 luck on Attack, Dmg, Str and Str based skills checks, 11 temp hps, added attack when I do full attack...)
Spells Cast Det Evil, PfE, SR 23, MS 5, Divine Power
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 30/105 6d8=35 ; Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 6:14:56 PM
Scarab of protection (spell resistance 20. The scarab can also absorb energy-draining attacks, death effects, and negative energy effects) Bracer of adaptation- immune to all harmfull gases and vapors. aura of good immune fear, Each ally within 10 feet of her gains a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against fear effects immune to disease, magic sleep immune to charm - Each ally within 10 feet of her gains a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm effects Low light vision ---------------------------------- Ramen is feeling rather injured, but never one to back away from a fight, he calls on the blessings of Pantheon and unleashes a SEARING LIGHT at the female (35 pts).
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 30/105 5d8=19 ; d20+13=30 ; Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 6:19:02 PM
ooc: Corrections, the maximum damage is 5d8, 19 damage Ranged touch attack = 30
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+8, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour, Shield, Invisibility, Fly Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 6:22:43 PM
((Delayed at work again, but I want to get my action in. So here it is, quickly.))
Edmund will cast Greater Invisibility on Thar from above, moving as necessary.
((Bigger post tonight if the DM post isn't up, otherwise I'll adjust sanity info. next round.))
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight (round 4) Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 6:40:52 PM
Take your time.... feel sick so not posting tonight.... hard to concentrate when this ill.
Falmar CURRENT AC: 36 HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H d20+8=14 ; d20+21=24 ; d20+17=35 ; d20+21=26 ; d6+9=13 ; d20+21=28 ; d6+9=11 ; d6+9=11 ; d6+9=13 ; Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 11:08:26 PM
Rage...pure....Human.. Rage .. pours forth from Falmar as he feels his breastplate begin to melt from his body...
You're about to Feed Grass !! at least your corpse will have a purpose !
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 11:10:34 PM
Adjusted AC (includes haste)
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Wednesday August 3rd, 2011 3:12:24 PM
Checking in...
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 Wednesday August 3rd, 2011 4:29:52 PM
Hope you're feeling better...
Can somebody cast a cure light wounds spell?
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight (round 4) Wednesday August 3rd, 2011 6:16:14 PM
All Highlight to display spoiler: { figured out is was the Crystal Light drink mix I tried, all better now. Thank you} Kahlan waits to see if man 1 emerges from the ground, but he fails to appear. (no action due from holding) Her Mount turns and attempts to hit Man 2 with a charge, but the horse is pushed to the side by Snafu's charging and misses the man.(missed target). Snafu charges in, and attacks, hitting with almost every one of his attacks, he notices that all of his weapons seem to be partially resisted, but all do damage.(missed with SS) Tishe` rises another 20' and casts a spell, causing a ghostly hand to appear. Thar unleashes at Man 2 with his Bow, hitting 3 times. Ramen turns and unleashes a blast of Holy fire on the female doing damage. (just subtracting 8 from your first roll so 27 damage) Edmund casts a spell on Thar, turning him invisible. (greater invisibility) Falmar, angry from watching his armor pour off of him, unleashes a flurry of attacks on Man 2 Sometime while he was hacking away, Man 2 slumps to the ground, Dead, or at least appearing dead.
Man 1 (fists) Damage total 123 Man 2 (scimitar) damage total 275 ( down 3 strength ) (Dead?, maybe/probably) Female Damage 41
Man 1 fails to make an appearance,but the female shouts out as she watches Man 2 slump to the ground. "Queen Adeela will hear of this, she will be very unhappy with you all and the people of this stupid valley. We will return, and when we do, be prepared for a WAR!" With that said, she also vanishes underground and seems to have vanished. Perception roll everyone please. DC 21. If success Highlight to display spoiler: { From down the road towards WatcHaven, you see man they were here for watching the fight.}
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 d20+25=30 ; Thursday August 4th, 2011 10:01:12 AM
Thar smiles as man 2 falls, but curses as the other 2 escape his wrath... Edmund's Greater Invisibility was going to be such a big help and now those 2 cowards are running away...
"We'll see about that..." he says with a determined expression before casting True Sight.... as he looks closely and tries to find where they could be hiding...
Perc = 30
While looking for the two with the help of his spell, he considers the name of this Queen Adeela character that was just mentioned...
Finally, he'll move over and join in searching man 2's gear, equipment, etc... (Cast Det Magic)
DM Info Larry's Stats - AC (13 this round of charge)/15, Resist 10 Cold/Elect/Acid, SR 13, DR 5/evil; 60/60 hps; Fort +9, Ref +8, Will +3; Melee bite +12 (1d8+7 plus grab), 2 claws +13 (1d6+7), Special Attacks pounce, rake (2 claws +13, 1d6+7), Smite Evil 1/day (adds Cha bonus to attack rolls and damage bonus equal to HD against evil foes; smite persists until the target is dead or the celestial Creature rests)
MS 5 = 8/11 rounds DivPow = 9/11 rounds (adds +3 luck on Attack, Dmg, Str and Str based skills checks, 11 temp hps, added attack when I do full attack...)
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) d20+8=26 ; Thursday August 4th, 2011 12:39:51 PM
Tishe' waits a few moments before she relaxes from combat readiness on her broom; the strangers are gone.
"Check to see if the strange man is still alive", she calls down, "maybe we'll be able to get some answers."
The witch wants to come down and take care of some wounds, but feels they really need some top cover right now as they figure out what by the Powers is going on. Her search is rewarded by spotting the strange man a little ways down the road who has been watching the fight.
Instead of calling out, she softly calls to her packmates below. "Our friend the Drunken King has been watching the fight. I think it best to bring the strange man and the Drunken King to WatchHaven and get some answers."
...Action Perception: 26 success!
...Effects Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex Arcane Sight 13/13 min: blue glowing eyes; can immediately see all magical auras and location within Barkskin: +5 AC Flying on Broom Spectral Hand
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+8, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour, Shield, Invisibility, Fly d20+3=14 ; Thursday August 4th, 2011 2:30:40 PM
Hearing Tishe, and calling from above, invisible Edmund says, "I knew there was something unusual about that fellow!"
He flies a little higher to see if he can see the man, but to no avail. (Perception=13)
"Where is he, then?"
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Thursday August 4th, 2011 5:53:18 PM What in the name of Domi will I do about my armor?!?!
Kahlan looks at her puddle of armor trying to figure out what exactly happened to it.
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H d20+12=31 ; Thursday August 4th, 2011 7:30:08 PM
Falmar watches as Dondit approaches the fallen Big-Guy... wondering to himself just what there is in the Wold that a Bounder won't eat.
Falmar checks to make sure the Big man is dead, readying his Scimitar to make sure...(heal check = 31)
" So... who knows how this grass eater melted my armor ? haven't seen that pick before...seems a little low in my opinion....
Falmar retrieves the blob of Mithril remaining from his armor..
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight . Aftermath? Thursday August 4th, 2011 7:49:52 PM
The large people who vanished to under the ground, seem to have left, the one who slumped to the ground is indeed dead, now that you get a good look at him, his skin is almost a deep bronze in color, almost as if he's been cast out of a mold to make the perfect... whatever he was. As you rifle him for clues as to what he was, you find a carpet shoved into a tiny pouch, how it fits in there, you have no idea, and apparently you never will, because the pouch and carpet turn to dust and vanish with in seconds of your touching them. You find a 8 rings, a large scimitar, 2 rubies and an emerald. He has no other gear other than large sized pants and a vest.
Both people who lost armor are looking a puddle of Mercury, it is staying in one large puddle, without breaking up. (Int check please DC 21. Made Check Highlight to display spoiler: { Maybe you can gather it up in something to carry it back to town.}
The old man you met before is still on the road, towards WatcHaven, but now you see a dust cloud being stirred up from the other direction. There is only 1 source for this dust, and it certainly looks like a human running, but then again..... this is Cinnamon Valley and you are just fresh from battle.
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) d100=37 ; Friday August 5th, 2011 9:45:39 AM
Tishe' isn't worried about the dust from WatcHaven, obviously a rescue party from the self-sufficient Valley people. She isn't worried about the Drunken King either, since she has pointed him out and some of her packmates will gather him in. "Be wary", she tells them anyways, "if these three were sent, they obviously think the Drunken King is a threat. He may be powerful."
What the witch is most concerned about is the magical armor now just metal puddles in the road! Curiously, the puddles to not run or dissapate. Tishe' summons her cauldron and an Unseen Servant to scoop up the puddles and place them in her cauldron. "Maybe I can reverse the effects", she tells Kahlan and Falmar, "once I can study this back at WatcHaven."
She supervises the cleanup of treasure. With no body left, there is nothing to bury, and the road is as it was. Time now only to gather up the Drunken King and return to WatcHaven!
...Action
...Effects Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex Arcane Sight 13/13 min: blue glowing eyes; can immediately see all magical auras and location within Barkskin: +5 AC Flying on Broom Spectral Hand
DM JC The only thing on the side from WatcHaven is the strange Man you met earlier, the Dust is coming from the other direction, thought I was clear on that.
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Saturday August 6th, 2011 4:28:46 PM "shall we bury this creature or attempt to return his body to his people when they undoubtedly return? Oh great, someone else...". Kahlan goes from paying attention to he body to paying attention to the man on the road.
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 81/105 d20+7=21 ; 6d6=24 ; 6d6=27 ; d20+2=10 ; Sunday August 7th, 2011 8:20:29 AM
To Kahlan " Burying may not be their way. We can hire some locals to come fetch the body. We can properly consecrate it once we find out why."
Ramen quietly heals himself from battle (2 lay on hands, 51 combined)
" There be our little man from before, down the road... let's go have a chat....although, that will be difficult since we can't understand him...."
Ramen also feels for the lose of his new friends' armor. He knows well the risks a warrior takes be entering battle without proper protection (int 10). " We'll have to purchase some new armor for you when we get back to town."
The paladin starts to make his way up to the drunken "king".
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight . Aftermath? Sunday August 7th, 2011 6:12:41 PM
DM notes: All players except the new player who is joining gain 12,000 xp
As the group gets ready for more combat, cleaning up from the last encounter and spotting the man of interest towards WatcHaven the running person continues getting closer. Edmund Perception check DC 21. If made Highlight to display spoiler: { It looks like a certain female you know, but haven't seen her in a quite awhile.}
A decision still needs to be finalized about what to do with the large body. A further examination of the loot, one of the rings is higher quality than the other seven and the scimitar is both lighter and sharper than regular steel.
Then we get to the beginnings of the trouble... The man you know whatever these large people were, accosted you about. What to do..... What to do..... There in lies both the future problems and the coming troubles. You just know that he's gonna be the center of stuff, no matter how you decide.
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+8, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour, Shield, Invisibility, Fly d20+3=19 ; Sunday August 7th, 2011 7:07:11 PM
((Sorry guys, I've been sick and dealing with some awful personal issues. Trying to get things under control here.))
Edmund peers into the distance, trying to see the person Tishe mentioned. Despite his squinting, the sorcerer has notoriously poor eyesight--too much time spent in libraries when he was younger. He can't see anything, but he doesn't begin to descend, instead he continues hovering over Thar, about fifty feet up. (Perception=19)
"I'm up here," he says. "Invisible for the moment. Probably best until we see what is going on. I'd like to see what our friend from earlier has to say; maybe we can help him. What did they say his name was? I thought they called him something."
DM Sanity Info. Standard Action: None Move Action: Move to hover over Thar.
Spells - Durations - Effects Mage Armour on Self - 13 Hours - +4 Armour Bonus to AC. (CR 306) Shield on Self - 126 Rounds - +4 Shield Bonus to AC. (CR 342) Invisibility on Self - Until Dispelled - Numerous effects. (CR 301-302, 563-564, 567) Fly on Self - 128 Rounds - Fly at 60 feet speed, ascend at half speed, descend at double. (CR 264)
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) d100=4 ; d100=22 ; Monday August 8th, 2011 9:01:30 AM
Tishe' recalls an old packmate, Trellus, who was leader of the Sargrass Bloodpack. She clearly sees the young man rubbing his close-cropped blonde hair and speaking to her: 'split the group, get in trouble'. The witch smiles and opens her eyes. "Thank you, Trellus", she says aloud, "and many Shadows on your journeys."
Then she becomes more serious and calls to her own packmates. "Until we know the nature of the approaching man, we stay together."
"Edmund! Thar! Ramen! You are first line for the approaching man. See what he wants and that he is not a threat."
"Kahlan and Falmar, pour the quicksilver into my cauldron. We will take it back to WatcHaven and we will see what we can do about returning your armor to it's proper form."
"Snafu, you watch the Drunken King. These Royal Guards of Queen Adeela want him, want Ahmed. If they are willing to kill and die, then we need to talk with him, but not until we are sure of no attack from the rear."
Tishe' herself collects treasure from the strange-looking dead man, using her Arcane sight to locate all the magical items as she puts the rings in her Pants of Plenty for later identification. Then she casts Gentle Repose on the body and covers it with a tarp she pulls out of the same pants. "They glided through the earth like we do the air. I think it only fitting that he is buried."
...Action Gentle Repose: 4% failure! Recast 0 level spell: 22% success! (wow, the die roller is NOT liking me!)
...EffectsHighlight to display spoiler: { Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex Arcane Sight 13/13 min: blue glowing eyes; can immediately see all magical auras and location within Barkskin: +5 AC
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 d20+25=40 Monday August 8th, 2011 2:36:48 PM
Thar hears Tishe's call and turns towards the oncoming stranger... He's not sure if it's a threat or friendly, so he's not going to assume anything right now... It's best to be cautious...
He moves out of the woods to the side of the road, and when the man comes near, Thar calls out, "Hello... May I ask who you are and what your business is in this area? We mean you no harm, but merely wish to find out your intentions..."
Perc = 40
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 Monday August 8th, 2011 2:40:48 PM
"Watch the drunken man" Snafu repeated. "Got it!'
Snafu moved to maintain line of sight with the old drunken king. "Where's this ol'fella going anyhow?" he thought to himself.
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 81/105 Monday August 8th, 2011 2:42:55 PM
Scarab of protection (spell resistance 20. The scarab can also absorb energy-draining attacks, death effects, and negative energy effects) Bracer of adaptation- immune to all harmfull gases and vapors. aura of good immune fear, Each ally within 10 feet of her gains a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against fear effects immune to disease, magic sleep immune to charm - Each ally within 10 feet of her gains a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm effects Low light vision ---------------------
Ramen takes a defensive stance near Edmund and Thar and waits for the figure to approache closer.
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Monday August 8th, 2011 7:26:58 PM
Kahlan follows Ramen's lead, and uses her Detect Evil to determine the intentions of the person.
DM - JC Three minus one? Still equals a fight . Aftermath? Monday August 8th, 2011 8:08:12 PM
The old man you met earlier, plops to the ground, and takes a long swig out of his wine skin. The other direction, the figure kicking up a dust cloud gets closer, and it can be seen it is female. Edmund perception check DC 15 . made Highlight to display spoiler: { you recognize the person.}
Revi Highlight to display spoiler: { make your intro }
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+8, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour, Shield, Invisibility, Fly d20+3=7 ; d20+22=37 ; d20+25=45 ; Monday August 8th, 2011 9:59:42 PM
Edmund continues to look around and continues to see nothing particular, but he remains invisible, hovering fifty feet above the party, roughly over Thar. (Perception=7)
As the dust cloud approaches from the other direction, he calls out to it.
"Halt! These lands are protected by the Archmage Edmund of the Mithril Order, and the doughty masters of Watchaven Tower! Declare yourself before proceeding further! We have met one group of foes upon the road and will not brook further trespasses this day!"
(Diplomacy=37, Intimidate=45 Natural 20!)
DM Sanity Info. Standard Action: None Move Action: None
Spells - Durations - Effects Mage Armour on Self - 13 Hours - +4 Armour Bonus to AC. (CR 306) Shield on Self - 125 Rounds - +4 Shield Bonus to AC. (CR 342) Invisibility on Self - Until Dispelled - Numerous effects. (CR 301-302, 563-564, 567) Fly on Self - 127 Rounds - Fly at 60 feet speed, ascend at half speed, descend at double. (CR 264)
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H Monday August 8th, 2011 10:54:54 PM
Falmar squats and examines the pools of Mithril, thinking about his pack, and realizing he really doesn't have anything to scoop with....however.
Falmar cast Mage Hand and uses the hand to gently scoop up all of the Liquid Armor into Tishe's pot.
I believe I may have been served some Liquid Armor at the Giggling ghost some time ago....or was that a dream....
When confronted with the Wanderer-King Falmar decides to just watch, watch and learn..
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Tuesday August 9th, 2011 4:56:36 AM
As soon as she heard the elf's voice, she slowed down and came to a leisurely stop--uncaring if anyone threatened or attacked her, it would be a moment of excitement to enter a battle amidst all this tranquility and boredom of late. Pulling back the hood on her khaki colored cloak, she squinted skyward towards the sound of his voice, "Edmund Greenleaf, is that how you welcome a long lost friend?" Putting her hands on her hips, "And to think, I was going to let you marry me one day--once you manned up about it, that is. Well, I guess I'll have to entertain Thar's advances, he is better looking." Smiling from ear to ear, Revi could imagine how beet red the sensible and aloof face of Edmunds was turning.
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) Tuesday August 9th, 2011 7:48:18 AM
Tishe' uses her Arcane Sight to identify any magic items among the dead large man's treasure, and scoops everything into her Pants of Plenty for later.
After she ensures her Gentle Repose sticks and covers the dead man with a tarp, she helps Falmar and Kahlan scoop mercury into her cauldron which merrily hums and grows as large as needed to hold the liquid armor.
The arrival of this bold woman shocks Tishe' out of her focus, and the witch stares, unspeaking at the brass of this woman, this Revi that Thar and Edmund so obviously know. Her mind scattered and moving in circles, Tishe' can only wait further to see what will happen.
...Action
...EffectsHighlight to display spoiler: { Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex Arcane Sight 10/13 min: blue glowing eyes; can immediately see all magical auras and location within Barkskin: +5 AC
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 d20+21=29 ; Tuesday August 9th, 2011 2:01:02 PM
Snafu moved closer to the old man.
"Sire, may I speak plainly?" Snafu asked the former kind as politely as he could.
"A short distance from here a small tower has been resurrected. The people that reside in and around the tower would be honored if you would bless them with your presence. Times have been tough and it would do wonders for their morale. Sire, if you would be so kind, would you be willing to visit the tower?"
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Tuesday August 9th, 2011 3:56:46 PM
Kahlan cocks her head to the side at the woman's statement and obvious knowledge of Edmund. "Huh... guess we don't need these..." Kahlan slides her scimitar and kukri back into their scabbards.
She then calls Tyris over and rubs his neck. "Good boy, whose a good horse? Yeah, you knocked'em for a loop. I have a few apples in my room. Their yours when we get back." Kahlan mounts up and waits atop Tyris, curious to see how this pans out.
DM - JC Aftermath Tuesday August 9th, 2011 7:17:44 PM
The Sword and one of the rinds show as magical, the rest, appears mundane.
Old friends reunite, and new friends are discovered. Revi, having just gotten here, is out of the loop, but she can see the old man at the top of the next rolling hill, with Snafu. Snafu is having about as much luck as the group did before, which if to be honest, was about no luck at all. With the body buried, and the old strange man just down the road, it seems time to head back to WatcHaven. You have figured out the strange markings in the woods.... They landed there on flying carpets, which would account for no tracks leading in or out of the campsite.
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+8, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour, Shield, Invisibility, Fly Tuesday August 9th, 2011 7:48:07 PM
Edmund is glad that he is invisible. And he remains so.
"Well!" he says, "A fine long time you took to get here. And after all the battling, too. Quite convenient. Hmph! Marry, indeed. What rot!"
Edmund then briefly explains the situation with the drunken man to Revi.
"Seems the besotted fellow was imprisoned by a trio of... people. One of them is dead, the other two sank into the road and escaped. They were pretty mad about the whole thing, threatened us with retaliation from their queen or some such nonsense. Anyway, we're just now trying to get it all sorted. The fellow here might be the key to it all, but he speaks largely in gibberish and doesn't seem to understand much of what any of us have to say to him."
The disembodied voice of Edmund pauses for a moment before continuing.
"You don't happen to have any ideas, do you?"
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H Tuesday August 9th, 2011 9:50:16 PM
Falmar turns and begins heading toward the Wandering King reaching up to scratch Moxy where she likes, he does note that Dondit doesn't seem interested in taking a bite out of the Big Guy....which Falmar sees as either progress on teaching him manners or perhaps natural instinct at work.....
How did that saying go..."Like trying to teach a bounder not to bounce" or something ...She said that a lot my mother....
When Falmar reaches the King he exclaims
" let's just follow the Walker to WatcHaven, he's going the right direction anyway. Maybe he's just confused... HA!
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Wednesday August 10th, 2011 1:54:29 AM "Ideas? Well, how about we get him drunk? A fine barley malt should loosen his tongue and well, I'm mighty parched after all that running." Revi laughs to herself as she thinks about how she got here, "I passed a few fellows way back, just minding my own business, and well I couldn't help but overhear one talk about their meeting the most arrogant, pernicious, self-absorbed elf they had ever met, and well, I thought it couldn't be anyone other than you Edmund, and lo' and behold, here ya are. And where you are, Thar is usually close behind." Revi smiles and waits a moment before reiterating, "I was serious about the drink."
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) d20+13=18 ; d100=77 ; d100=23 ; Wednesday August 10th, 2011 8:41:06 AM
"Um... OK", says Tishe' intelligently, and the average-looking witch with wavy brown hair and a nose that keeps looking like it wants to slide off her face gathers everyone together. "Let's pick up Snafu and Ahmed and get back to WatcHaven."
And an idea comes to her mind. "Madame Revi, is it? You may have had a fine idea. Could we try and get Ahmed drinking a local brew and not the slightly magical one he is imbibing now? That may be a source of his befuddlement. With him being the object of our (and the guards) search, we can also try to dispel magic and remove any curses about him."
"Beware", she warns, "that the three we fought said they were Royal Guards, and a Queen is sure to have more. I'm certain that next time, they will have stronger forces than only three guards when they confront us again."
Tishe' casts Dispel Magic and Remove Curse on Ahmed, looking for any reaction.
...Action dispel magic: 77% success, 18 to dispel one spell from Ahmed remove curse: 23% success, on Ahmed
...EffectsHighlight to display spoiler: { Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex Arcane Sight 10/13 min: blue glowing eyes; can immediately see all magical auras and location within Barkskin: +5 AC
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Wednesday August 10th, 2011 1:04:41 PM "Royal guard? So is this guys wife, the Queen, trying to get her husband back?" Revi moves along with the group, intrigued why they would be involved in such a mess. And to be honest about it, she was bored and Edmund was always so much fun to tease. "You guys don't mind if I tag along, right?"
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Wednesday August 10th, 2011 2:23:47 PM
Kahlan is obviously getting in a worse mood the more she thinks about her armor being melted off of her. For most of the trip back she rides Tyris slightly away from the group saying nothing unless spoken to directly.
Thar smiles as he recognizes another old friend from his Mithril Order days. He pats her on the back in a friendly gesture and asks how she's been these past few years...
After they catch up briefly, he watches to see what effect Tishe's spell has on the man. He's tried to heal the man of any diseases, but he appears to be in perfect physical health... But something's definitely wrong here....
He's also relieved since the whole question of the lack of tracks is now answered but that still doesn't illuminate where the big footsteps came from... That'll have to be fleshed out eventually...
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Wednesday August 10th, 2011 4:37:47 PM Ken, YES! That's one of the reasons I wanted to join this game :)
"Always handsome as ever, Thar." Revi returns the pat with a solid, almost bone-crushing smack on the shoulder--Revi has gotten alot stronger since last they met. "I hope you're keeping Edmund out of trouble, he's always had a knack for needing rescuing." Revi smiles and sticks her tongue out at Edmund in jest.
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+8, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour, Shield, Invisibility, Fly Wednesday August 10th, 2011 5:25:20 PM
Edmund scowls at being called 'arrogant' and, even worse, 'pernicious'. But, because he is invisible, no one can see him.
"There's nothing arrogant about having an accurate estimation of one's abilities!" he says from above, the irritation in his voice evident.
"As for needing rescuing, I had everything completely under control when they showed up!" he hastily adds. "Skippy was just about to meet justice!"
Edmund looks down at Ahmed and speaks to him from above. "Ahmed," he says. "Do you remember your name? Ahmed? Were you imprisoned?"
Edmund watches the man carefully for any signs of a response to his name.
DM - JC Aftermath Wednesday August 10th, 2011 8:03:25 PM
As Tishe` casts a couple spells on the old man, something does indeed happen. She manages to capture a spell effect with the remove curse. The dispel caught something as well, but it was avoided somehow. Mean while Ahmed continues to babble between mouthfuls of the turkey leg and swigs of wine. He's laughing and talking in some made up sort of language that only he seems to know.
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) d20+20=31 ; d20+20=32 ; d20+20=29 ; d20+20=27 ; d20+20=33 ; d20+20=31 ; d20+20=22 ; d20+20=37 ; Thursday August 11th, 2011 8:27:38 AM
Tishe' again uses her Arcane Sight and intensive knowledge of all things magical to attempt to pin down the magical aura's strength, school, and spell that is about the Drunken King. Anything she finds, she immediately tells the others.
This however, only tells them a little more than they already have. Queen Adeela, some foreign and strange looking person, sent her Royal Guards (more strange large people) to capture Ahmed (a drunken, confused, otherwise normal man). These Royal Guards also seem to have the power to melt armor right off a person! Divinations and research are in desperate order.
But first, they need to get this man safely to WatcHaven. "If he won't walk with us, we'll have to frogmarch him all the way back. Falmar, Kahlan, Ramen, could any of you give him a hand onto your mount so we may get back and be less vulnerable out here?"
...Action Arcane Sight: in one round, see aura, strength, and school of magic on Drunken King Know Arcana: ID spell aura (DC 15+spell level: 31, 32, 29, 27) succeeds first 2 spells up to 9th level Know Arcana: ID spell that is in place (DC 20+ spell level: 33, 31, 22, 37) succeeds first 2 spells up to 9th level
...EffectsHighlight to display spoiler: { Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex Arcane Sight 10/13 min: blue glowing eyes; can immediately see all magical auras and location within Barkskin: +5 AC
Casts Dispel Magic on the good old confused King... Spell Check = 16
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Thursday August 11th, 2011 4:22:49 PM "If it comes to that, we can put him across Tyris."
DM - JC Aftermath Thursday August 11th, 2011 9:29:25 PM
Tishe` again sees the magic seemingly fade from the old man, but it almost as fast resettles back over him, and then vanish like it has before. During that split moment in time as it's going under whatever is causing it to vanish, she sees an aura that is of outrageous power, but it's gone just as fast as it appeared. Having finished the hot turkey leg, he tosses it over his shoulder and washes down the remainder of the morsels still in his mouth. "gsdst juytds kit fassr ouirtthjk ssrgy." He gets up and begins to walk with the group towards WatcHaven. His conversation is as garbled as ever, taking a final swig of wine, he loops the wineskin strap over his shoulder and looks prepared to walk for a couple hours.
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Thursday August 11th, 2011 10:11:08 PM
Revi looks about and says, "Did he just say, 'Squirrels are messengers from the gods?'"
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+8, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour, Shield, Invisibility, Fly Thursday August 11th, 2011 10:16:09 PM
From above, Edmund says "I think we should take him back to Watchaven. I have no idea how to deal with the fellow, but it seems he is not safe on the road--nor are any others who travel upon it whilst he is at large."
"For my part, I've never seen anything like this. I would assume he is under some kind of enchantment, but if your spells don't remove it, I can't imagine what else it could be instead."
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H Thursday August 11th, 2011 11:39:45 PM
Scratching his head Falmar moves about 30' in front of the Old Man and stops with Dondit at his side creating a slow puddle in the road.... He stands with his legs spread at what some of the more militaristic folk he know would call parade rest.
With the amount you drool how did your kind ever adapt to the Sargrass....
Let's see if he stops or goes around...
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Friday August 12th, 2011 7:14:14 AM
OOC: I will not be able to post until at least Tuesday. Please post for Kahlan.
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 Friday August 12th, 2011 9:38:41 AM
Snafu and Kahlan walked back to town side-by-side.
"Very impressive fighting tactics Kahlan" Snafu said along the way. "The way you handle two blades is most impressive. I can only hope that one day I can learn to be so skilled."
"Thank you Snafu" Kahlan responded. "But look on the bright side. You've got your incredibly good looks."
"That's true" Snafu answered as he fixed his hair.
"And you know what they say" Kahlan answered. "A clever, ugly man every now and then is successful with the ladies, but a handsome fool is irresistible!"
"Irresistible!" Snafu responded with a smile and a sly wink.
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) Friday August 12th, 2011 3:00:58 PM
Being at a loss for the magic and the man, Tishe' is at least thankful Ahmed is willing to walk with them. She gets the group going and walks with the Drunken King to WatcHaven.
"Your name is Ahmed, right?" She tries to see if he can answer with nods and shakes and if he seems to understand the pack. Also sees if he realizes that they can't understand him.
...Action
...EffectsHighlight to display spoiler: { Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 Friday August 12th, 2011 4:01:26 PM
Thar shakes his head as his dispel magic spell fizzles out... hopefully Tishe' or Edmund can figure something about the arcane nature of this odd effect... For now, taking him to the Watchaven sounds like the best way... "Maybe one of the elders or experienced magic users of the council could help us discern what the effect could be?"
He takes his spot at the point, scouting ahead of the group as the man keeps stumbling towards town... He wants to make sure that no "rescuers" show their ugly faces before the party gets home...
DM - JC Aftermath Sunday August 14th, 2011 8:22:25 PM
As the group gets organized and begins the return trip towards WatcHaven the day finally decides that too much sun is not what it wants of itself. Clouds begin to roll in from the North West, the first while, those clouds are mostly light and fluffy. They then begin to turn a darker shade beginning to threaten a serious storm, making the remainder of the journey wet and soggy. It hasn't started raining yet, but it could begin any minute. Everyone make a Intelligence check. DC 19 If made Highlight to display spoiler: { Both his "lunch Bag" and his "Wine Skin" radiate magic, it's possible they are more than just magical.}
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 d20=19 ; Sunday August 14th, 2011 8:52:22 PM
ooc: wow, I just made it!
"Hey pops," Revi says to the drunken king, "how's about you pull me another turkey leg out of that magic bag of yours--and a bottle of wine to boot."
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) d20+2=7 ; Monday August 15th, 2011 1:52:34 PM
Tishe' doesn't have any option other than to continue travelling to WatcHaven as quickly as possible.
She encourages the others to do likewise.
...Action
...EffectsHighlight to display spoiler: { Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 d20+2=6 ; d20+13=20 ; Monday August 15th, 2011 3:19:27 PM
As the storm nears, Thar questions, "Do you think we can beat the storm, or should we take cover somewhere? Is there a way we can safely restrain the king for a bit so that he's not injured by the storm, hail, lightning, or whatever?"
Survival Check on safest way to prepare for the coming storm = 20
Intel Check = 6 (duh....)
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 d20+17=25 ; Monday August 15th, 2011 3:34:26 PM "Storm?" Revi looks to the skies to discern the state of upcoming weather.
Survival 25
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+8, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour, Shield, Invisibility, Fly d20+3=8 ; Monday August 15th, 2011 7:57:59 PM
Edmund accompanies the group but, as it begins to rain, he drops to the ground and walks alongside Thar.
"Best not to be up in the air in a thunderstorm," he says miserably. "Best not to be out in it, either. We should hurry on as quickly as may be."
DM - JC The Trip Home to WatcHaven Monday August 15th, 2011 8:51:30 PM
Apparently with the decision made to push on, the group of Heroes increase their pace to try and stay ahead of the oncoming storm. Behind them they hear thunder off in the distance, and the occasional flash of lightning, lights them up from behind, leaving a strobe shadow in front of them on the road. To the left and right of the road, the trees are showing their undersides, a sure sign of the on rush of the storm. As the group enters WatcHaven, they glance back over their shoulders and see the rain hitting the dirt of the road a scarce 1/2 mile behind them, and gaining on them extremely quickly. As they rush towards the tower, those without mounts make the tower entrance without getting drenched. Those who have horses and "Other Creatures" to stable will get nice and wet when they leave the stable. With some wet and some dry, the group gathers in the Tower's main hall. With the old man and them at the tower, their are some decisions to be made. Who to ask for help with the man, when to alert the Pitchfork council about the encounter and what to have for dinner. Hard decisions all, what to decide first is now the problem.
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H Monday August 15th, 2011 11:36:23 PM
Falmar returns Dondit to his enclosure shaking off the rain he smiles at the ease at which the majority of his companions disregard the water pouring over the land. As he returns to the main hall the drippign rain reminds him of his armor, and he smiles at how Sargrass reminds him how much the natural world reminds him of his duties and responsibility to protect the people of this Valley.
Falmar finds some soup to reheat somewhere in the kitchen and sits quietly ruminating on both his soup and their problems.
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Tuesday August 16th, 2011 3:43:29 AM "Ah, it's been a while since I took a bath," remarks Revi as she wipes away the rain from her face. Looking over at Edmund, "You remember that time you scrubbed my back Eddie? You were so insistent, I just couldn't say no." Smiling, she looked around the tower and then asked rather curiously, "Exactly where am I? I don't mean the tower, but what country, dale or what have you? I've been traveling for a while and haven't been really paying attention. Is this place far from Plateau City?"
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+4, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour Tuesday August 16th, 2011 2:10:37 PM
Once back at the tower, Edmund reappears.
"Just missed the storm!" he says. "Scrub your back? What rot!"
As he begins to look around for a bite to eat, he answers Revi again. "No idea, actually. Been wandering for a while, myself. It's called Edmundia--er, I mean, Watchaven--relatively new place, and this is Edmund's Monumental Mage Tower of Excellence. At least, that's what I'm calling it, today."
With that, Edmund departs for the kitchen to find something delicious to eat.
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) Tuesday August 16th, 2011 4:41:58 PM
Tishe' hurries into the Tower, and then takes a seat at a window to marvel and stare horrified at the torrents of water pouring down from the sky. "Does this happen often here?" she asks some of the local servants. "I'm used to lightning storms, but ... water storms? Aren't you afraid of the Blood Beetles and other insects boiling out of the ground and eating the flesh off all the animals' bones?"
Well, obviously not, so the witch tries to relax, but this is really very strange; even stranger than running water on the ground and trees!
Tishe' gratefully turns to Edmund and Revi (and includes Raman in her conversation as well). "We are in Cinnamon Valley. Specifically, WatcHaven is a village to the east of Witchspawn, right where the traderoad splits and the river comes close. The Pitchfork Council is the head of government in Cinnamon Valley, and have given us this tower and authority to protect the lawful citizens of Cinnamon Valley."
"As for why we are here... I just don't know. Over the past several weeks, we have been arriving from all over the Wold in many different ways from walking to magically transported by a Power while our land was destroyed. And I for one am not willing to move from Cinnamon Valley until I find out why we have all mysteriously come together. There must be a reason."
...Action
...EffectsHighlight to display spoiler: { Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Tuesday August 16th, 2011 5:59:33 PM "Huh, okay. So where in relation is this Cinnamon Valley to Plateau City? anyone have a map?"
DM - JC The Trip Home to WatcHaven Tuesday August 16th, 2011 8:12:12 PM
As people head towards the kitchen, Mouse shouts out, "I'm already making a meal, don't enter my kitchen or you'll mess it up. It'll be ready in 10 minutes." In just under the ten minutes the door swings open. He brings out a tray of fire hardened bowls filled with something that smells sweet, but yet savory. He describes it as baked onions in a sauce made with more onions and other herbs, topped with a layer of bread and cheese. He also brings out loaves of bread and freshly churned butter lightly salted for taste. The meat being served is a roast of venison coated with a bar-b-que sauce that is not too sweat. "Here's the food the others will be in shortly I expect, once he rain dies down, or thy get hungry enough." With that said he heads back into his kitchen and you don't hear much else from him. So.. the matter of Eating solved, there is still the Council to inform about the encounter and the old man, plus the Queen.
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Tuesday August 16th, 2011 9:19:01 PM "Oooo... do you guys always eat this good?" Caring little for formalities, Revi sat down and dug in.
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+4, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour Tuesday August 16th, 2011 9:29:45 PM
Edmund immediately sits down to eat and, after dinner, tells Mouse (through the door to the kitchen) how excellent the meal was.
During the dinner, the sorcerer listens but doesn't say much--probably because he is too busy eating. He does opine that the council should be notified as soon as possible--tonight, in fact, if it can be managed.
"The security of the village is at stake," he says. "We should let them know that there may be danger on the way."
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) Tuesday August 16th, 2011 9:42:53 PM
Tishe' obligingly hauls out a map and spreads it on a table away from Mouse's wonderful cooking. Cinnamon Valley from Woldipedia. "We are here", and the Witch points to the left side of the map, just to the lower right of a dot labeled "Witchspawn".
And then the witch helps herself to the fantastic food, ensuring she gives out as many praises as she is tucking in onion soup.
Tishe' makes sure she offers food to Ahmed, and continues to call the stranger by that name, waiting to see if there is any spark of recognition. "Could you try and remove his wineskin and food wallet from Ahmed? Perhaps the magic of those items is causeing the confusion."
...Action
...EffectsHighlight to display spoiler: { Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Wednesday August 17th, 2011 1:19:16 AM "I think you're right, Tishy, those things are magical and probably the root of the problem." Revi looks at the map and discerns that she is in fact very far away from Plateau City. "We're a long way from home, Eddie. Speaking of which, whatever did happen to the Mithril Order after I left?" Revi helped herself to seconds, it wasn't everyday she had a hot meal.
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 d20+25=29 ; Wednesday August 17th, 2011 3:03:57 PM
"I've got this Tish" Snafu said confidentally as he moved into position near Ahmed. Snafu then waited patiently for the old man to let his guard down, and when he did Snafu took decisive action.
Actions: slight of hand +29
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 Wednesday August 17th, 2011 4:59:55 PM
Thar enjoys the meal and thanks the cook for the generous food. He's never one to turn down good food and eats heartily. He laughs at Edmund's and Revi's banter, but soon gets down to business.
"You're right... those things have got to have something to do with this. If we can get them off without harming him, then he and we are better off for it..." He watches the poor king while Snafu tries to slip away those items, and checks his health closely if anything bad happens to him... (I'll give a heal or spot check if needed)
"Who wants to notify the council of what's going on? Tishe', you seem to communicate more smoothly with them so if you want to take the lead, I'll back you up..."
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H Wednesday August 17th, 2011 9:04:38 PM
As Falmar finishes with his soup, he tears off a hunk of bread and chews while thinking of the Wandering King...
" I can inform the council tonight if need be. It would only take a few moments. but what exactly are we telling them ? Everything from the hunter to now ?"
DM - JC The Trip Home to WatcHaven Thursday August 18th, 2011 2:07:35 AM
The rain abates just at sundown, and the wind returns to just a slight breeze, just like it was early this morning. Snafu manages to get the "Lunch Bag", but try as he might, he can't get the wineskin, without alerting the old man to what he's trying to do, and that may not be a good idea. Now that things are winding down to a bit slower, Falmar says he can send a message, but is waiting for it to be decided what he should send.
Everyone make a Int check 17 (I'll reveal the results tomorrow)
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 d20+4=13 ; Thursday August 18th, 2011 9:42:13 AM
Snafu continued to wait for an opportunity to get the wineskin. His focus on it kept his attention away from other things.
Action: Int check = 13
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 d20+2=14 ; Thursday August 18th, 2011 10:10:43 AM
Kahlan walks into the the dining hall, and begins apologies for being late. "Sorry, saddle strap broke earlier and I had to replace it. Then had to brush Tyris down as well as feed and water him. So what did I miss?"
Int Check: 14
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 d20=7 ; Thursday August 18th, 2011 1:46:03 PM "A great meal, for one!" Revi sits back and relaxes, her thoughts beginning to wander.
Int check 7
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 d20+2=11 ; Thursday August 18th, 2011 2:37:41 PM
Thar continues eating and if they have a few moments, he pops by the house of his new love and says hello to her and her mom. He doesn't have much time to stay, but doesn't want her to think he's forgotten about her...
Int = 11
DM - JC The Trip Home to WatcHaven Thursday August 18th, 2011 6:39:27 PM
I had a lot planned to type tonight, but I'm in such pain I can hardly get this typed out, sorry guys, I'll post tomorrow hopefully early, thus allowing a weekend post after I do so.
After dinner, Edmund heads up to his room to put his robe and pack on the stand, and to take a bath. The dwarves have managed to get everything just right, and as a result the sorcerer is able to relax with a cup of tea and a book in the safety of his simmering warm tub.
"Capital," he says to himself. "Now to figure out how to help this Ahmed fellow."
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Thursday August 18th, 2011 9:53:13 PM
After dinner, Revi hears that Edmund is taking a bath and barges into his room. Wearing nothing but a towel, she asks, "Eddie, baby. I heard there was a bath available, is there enough room for me or do I have to wait my turn?"
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 81/105 d20+2=17 ; Thursday August 18th, 2011 10:26:55 PM
Int check 17
After finishing his prayers and exercises, Ramen rejoins his new comrades. To help clear his body, mind and soul, he had decided to fast for the evening.
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) d20+2=15 ; d20+8=20 ; Thursday August 18th, 2011 10:28:53 PM
Tishe' nods at Falmar. "A message to the Council, yes. Have it say 'Greetings. Found and saved disoriented wanderer pursued by large magical humanoids claiming to be Royal Guards. Safe at WatcHaven. Request information assistance. Signed, Cinnamon Protectors'." (25 words for a Message spell)
Tishe' stays up with the Drunken King, continually calling him Ahmed and watching for any recognition or reaction.
...Action
Int Check: 15 Perception: 20
...EffectsHighlight to display spoiler: { Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H d20+5=22 ; Friday August 19th, 2011 12:49:46 AM
Falmar realizes Tishe's idea for a message spell is a good one...however...
[b] " HA ! If we want to tie this off that way we'll have to wait until morning. I was going to just pop there and pop back.. .. would that be overdoing it ?
(int check 22)
DM - JC The Trip Home to WatcHaven Saturday August 20th, 2011 6:45:56 PM
just returned from hospital I will get the post up tomorrow, making those Int rolls will allow you to discover something, (which is a good thing) Just not feeling it to do some serious typing tonight. Sorry Gang. (I got in ambulance 15 minutes after I poster above so... It was out of the house, then 2 ambulance rides and 17 hours in ER, then another 12 hours before I was allowed to even drink anything, in case of emergency surgery (which was avoided)
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 Sunday August 21st, 2011 6:28:42 PM
Ouch... I hope everything's OK and take some time to heal up from whatever it was!!! 17 hrs in the ER and 2 ambulance rides give you a longggggg pass from posting!!! We'll pray for you and take all the time you need!
DM - JC WatcHaven after the Storm? d3=2 ; Sunday August 21st, 2011 7:41:25 PM
Everyone Highlight to display spoiler: {It was a severe kidney stone, they were worried that it might be appendicitis, due to some of my symptoms. The local hospital passed me on to Albany Medical Center, in case i needed the surgery. I didn't mind the er stay i managed to fall asleep at one point. What did bother me was the 33 hours with no drink and 38 hours with no food, again in case I needed the operation. I didn't sleep well last night, but I'm back as good as I ever was.}
Edmund is in his bathtub just after Revi barges in and as he's trying to decide what to do about her, has a brainstorm, just as he's about to yell out what he figured out, another yells out before he can. Falmar is discussing the message to send to the Pitchfork council when he realizes something and he opens his mouth to tell Tishe` his realization, but another yells out "I Got it!!!" Ramen is in the midst of he prayers when a gleam of a thought forces itself to the fore front. His realization is important enough that he yells out "I got it!!! I know what we were doing wrong the entire time. It was so simple, it's no wonder we missed it" He heads back to the dining room, meeting up with most of the others. "What was the one thing the Old man there was doing the entire time we were trying to cure him. He was eating and drinking. Don't you see? That explains why every time you saw the magic fade away, it returned just as fast. Doesn't make sense explained that way?" Now, with new ideas being floated around, what will out Heroes try next?
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+4, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour Sunday August 21st, 2011 8:12:45 PM
Edmund scowls at Revi furiously. "Get the blazes out of my room, you shameless hussy!" he shouts. "What the devil do you think you're playing at? OUT!"
The sorcerer then hurls a single arcane word at her and an bright flash of light bursts in front of her face; it doesn't hurt her, but it may well dazzle her long enough for Edmund to get himself dressed. (Flare spell, Fort. DC 19 negates).
With that, Edmund grabs his towel and rises to his feet, grabbing his dressing gown as he does so. "Get OUT!" he says again angrily.
Whether or not Revi leaves, Edmund storms out of the room and down into the commons where the discussion is taking place.
***
"I have said all along that it had something to do with the food," he says, "Luckily, I have a sample of the wine. I suspect that these things are cursed; or, are recasting the spell which is upon him. We ought to deprive him of them and give him some of our own fare instead--it's just as good, and may put him to rights."
"Where's Mouse?" he asks. "We need some of the leftovers from this evening, right?"
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 d20+18=34 ; Sunday August 21st, 2011 11:59:49 PM
Revi blinks once, misses nothing and the image of a turtle withdrawing into it's shell comes to mind. "Oh my." Shrugging off Eddie's yelling, Revi goes back to her room to find she also has a hot bath waiting. "Wow, these guys are good. Yippee!" The well road-traveled warrior plunges in.
Fort save 34
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 Monday August 22nd, 2011 10:12:08 AM
"That makes perfect sense" Snafu responded to the latest hypothesis.
"Perhaps when the old man is sleeping I can sneak into his room and take his food and drink? Should be easy enough to do. That is, unless he's up all day and night... I wonder if he stays up all night?"
Snafu pondered this thought for a moment.
"If he does stay up all night, we'll need a distraction of some type. Perhaps a summoned creature or two can pin him down, while invisible Snafu tries to lift the remaining food and drink off of him?"
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) Monday August 22nd, 2011 12:39:38 PM
Since the others have come to the same conclusion that Tishe' has been mentioning since the group encountered Ahmed, she allows them to continue to divest the man of his food and drink.
...Action
...EffectsHighlight to display spoiler: { Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Monday August 22nd, 2011 1:03:19 PM
Kahlan watches the arguments with much amusement. Of course, she is curious to see what happens if the food and drink are indeed cursed.
"Will this man have any useful information I wonder, or perhaps there is little more to the story and we are just making things up as we go along." Kahlan says to know one in particular.
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 Monday August 22nd, 2011 3:42:28 PM "You're right" Thar says to the group, "I bet it is that food and drink. If we could just get a sample and test it, we might be able to find out more. Edmund, I like your idea and let's swap it out and have him drink and eat some healthy stuff..."
He'll help test the food and drink for poisons, etc. (Heal Check???)... he can also check on finding a local apothecary or potion maker who could test it for them and give them more information?
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+4, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour Monday August 22nd, 2011 5:11:07 PM
Addendum:
Edmund will return to his room and return with the phial of wine from earlier, and will give it to whomever wants to test, or handles the testing of, the food and drink.
DM - JC WatcHaven after the Storm? Monday August 22nd, 2011 8:57:10 PM
With a few minutes of finagling Snafu manages to get a goblet full of wine from Ahmed's wineskin. After he gets the goblet of wine, he opens the lunchbag and out pops a sandwich. The sandwich is ham, with cheese, lettuce, tomato and onion. It's on slices of brown bread, enough to make a full meal out of it. He returns the lunchbag to Ahmed's belt and the group has fresh stuff to test as well as the vial full gathered earlier. Casting Detect Magic or using Arcane Sight and studying the food and wine shows that a faint conjuration magic lingers on all of the items. When the Vial is uncapped, it's become rancid, gone sour, turned the corner or a dozen other statements to indicate it is no longer safe to drink. The Wine in the goblet smells delicious with a fruity aroma. Continued study of the food and drink shows nothing further to do with the sandwich, but there is a fairly strong Enchantment aura on the wine. That Enchantment also shows on the spoiled wine as well. A quick glance at the Wineskin and lunchbag show the same auras as before when checked.
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H Monday August 22nd, 2011 9:56:23 PM
Falmar watches the revelations of the food and drink, a bit put out that he didn't get to teleport to the council...he really enjoys being able to teleport...hrmm..
" SO the question is how long until he can recover ? Should we inform the Council now of what we know or wait until we can have a better report ? Or we could choose another pick and not tell them at all...
Never have trusted that council... they're a bunch of witches, not at all like our witch... well a bit....but they are the Law.... and yet again so are we,,,
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) d100=74 ; Tuesday August 23rd, 2011 2:42:00 PM
Tishe' turns her mind to the problem at hand; the ever-refilling magical food and drink. "Conjuration magic may just be from the food wallet, and the magic is benign. I don't see any Necromantic spells around the wine or food, so it is unlikely that there is a curse or magical disease. What I didn't think of before was a poison to make him like he is."
The witch's determination solidifies and she looks at her companions. "Whatever the cause, the first step is to divest him of the food and wine. If we can't do it by stealth, it will have to be by force. For his own good."
"Let me try to magic him into giving up the food wallet and wineskin. If not" (and here she turns to Kahlan, Falmar, and Ramen, the three Paladins) "you will have to pin him down and we'll remove it by force."
So, Tishe' tries her way first. Casting a Dominate Person on Ahmed, controlling the man's body to take off the food wallet and wineskin and then walking into another room.
If the spell fails, Tishe' nods to the warriors to Grapple the man and Pin him to the ground so they can remove the magical items by force.
...Action Cast Dominate Person Will DC 24 or body under mental command of Tishe'
...EffectsHighlight to display spoiler: { Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 d20+18=20 ; d6+5=7 ; Tuesday August 23rd, 2011 3:31:01 PM
Snafu watches to see if Tishe's attempt works. If the attempt fails and a group pile on is the only option, Snafu will lead the attack with a ray of exhaustion against the old fella.
Actions: Ray of exhaustion- hit touch AC 22; 7 strength damage; DC 16 for half
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 d20+5=13 ; Tuesday August 23rd, 2011 4:06:49 PM "As you wish, Tishe'" Kahlan moves in to hold the man down.
Strength Check: 13
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 d20+7=25 ; Tuesday August 23rd, 2011 6:54:19 PM
Finished with her bath and wearing a skimpy bikini outfit, Revi joins the others to see Kahlan holding down their guest--but not so well, so she lends a hand and sits on the man's legs.
Trying to clear his mind of halflings that reveal way too much skin, Thar continues watching the man as they restrain him... If the man succumbs to one of the many spells, he'll either waalk with the man to keep him from coming back or give medical attention if anything bad happens...
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Tuesday August 23rd, 2011 8:23:34 PM "Halfling? I'm all human, dear."
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 81/105 Tuesday August 23rd, 2011 8:41:29 PM
Ramen has been quietly watching the others. He finds the changes in the food and wine facinating... in a morbid kind of way. He moves up to 'Tish, takes a long sip from his own cup and makes a remark...
" Looks like the stuff is cursed to me... anyone have a remove curse blessing available? "
DM - JC WatcHaven after the Storm? d20+20=35 ; d20+14=16 ; Tuesday August 23rd, 2011 9:06:52 PM
Tishe` casts her spell, the old man seems to just let it flow over him, and then proceeds to ignore Tishe` pretty much the same as before she cast. Snafu lites off a Ray of Exhaustion, which hits him, but only takes partial effect on him, then it looks like everyone else pig piles on top of him and they manage to hold him down. There is a struggle, a goblet gets knocked off the table which brings the cook out of the kitchen, he then sees what is going on and returns to his room. You manage to remove both the lunch bag and the wineskin from him, it does take a lot of effort to hold him down, Kahlan catches a foot to the stomach, Edmund gets his robe ripped when the old man reaches out and grabs it. Ramen has one hand occupied, it's clamped on his ankle. In simple words, it's quickly turning into a mess.
Now that you have them both, what are you going to do with them, and with the man?
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 Wednesday August 24th, 2011 9:34:16 AM
"It's for your own good!" Snafu called out. "This stuff is poison, and you drink too much of it! Please try to understand that we are trying to help you!"
And with that, Snafu left the room with food and drink in hand. A short while later he arrived at the tower's vault, which was located in the private dungeon of the tower. Not even the servants had access to this area.
"We'll keep it under lock and key in the vault" Snafu said to himself and anyone else that might have accompanied him. "If testing needs to be done, we'll do it in the lab next door, which was constructed for such a purpose."
OOC: In the tower map you might we've got a private dungeon area, which has a vauklt (B4), and a lab area (B2). See the tower home map on google docs.
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 d20+5=8 ; Wednesday August 24th, 2011 2:58:49 PM
The kick to the stomach makes her loosen her hold on the man, and her concentration is broken as Kahlan tries to figure out why Revi is wearing... or not wearing, what she is... to say her grappling is ineffective would be very much an overstatement.
Thar gets out some rope and helps tie the king up, either to a sturdy chair or if things keep worsening, he'll hogtie him until he calms down...
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+4, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour Wednesday August 24th, 2011 4:57:01 PM
((Note to DM: I deliberately intended that Edmund shouldn't get involved in strong-arming the man. It's not his sort of thing. He would have stayed quite far away and let other people do the physical stuff. Edmund knows what he isn't good at, and he certainly isn't interested in being involved in a scuffle.))
Edmund watches the proceedings with distaste from across the room, his arms folded across his chest. It is clear that, whatever his feelings about the poisonous or cursed fare, he doesn't approve of nearly beating up the man to take them away from him.
"Could have waited until he was asleep," Edmund says. "Could have let me charm him. Could have incapacitated him first, humanely. But, this!"
The sorcerer purses his lips and stomps off to the kitchen to see if Mouse can do anything for their newest guest. "Maybe some good food and drink will help salve his feelings," he says on the way out. "But I know it would take a great deal more than a dinner to make me trust a bunch of people who had robbed me by force. Let's hope he is more forgiving."
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) d100=29 ; d100=65 ; d4=2 ; Wednesday August 24th, 2011 5:03:46 PM
Not any kind of fighter at all, Tishe' stays back, thankful that Revi has jumped in to keep the man down while Thar ties him up.
"Wait a second!", calls the witch to Snafu, and casts a quick Detect Poison spell to look at the wine and food before the sorcerer takes them away to the vault.
"It can't be a curse", she tells Ramen, "for curses would show necromantic power. And there is no abjuration or illusion that would indicate a normal masking spell."
Tishe' is not worried about Ahmed's thrashings. It is very like a drunk who is suddenly bereft of strong wine. While normal time would take more than a week to stop the shakes, Tishe' is a Witch, and is able to power other spells to assist.
With her nose threatening to slide off the left side of her face, Tishe' brings out her tiny cauldron. "Wart, go ahead and grow to Large size, please", and the cauldron becomes Large in a minute.
"Place Ahmed in the cauldron", she directs her packmates, "I'll Purify him and see if that helps with comprehension." It takes 10 minutes of continuous casting and fighting Ahmed, but at the end, all curses, diseases, ongoing spells are ended, and, if needed cures 2 points of any ability point damage.
Cast Purify (Witch Specific Spell) 65 success; All ongoing spells are terminated. All objects' magical properties are suppressed for 1d4 hours. All diseases are cured, including magical diseases and lycanthropy. All curses are removed. The spell also acts as an atonement spell. Creatures and objects to be purified must remain in the cauldron for the entire casting. Finally, this spell also mimics the ability score healing of a lesser restoration spell, healing 1d4 points of abiliy score damage.
...EffectsHighlight to display spoiler: { Permenant Bear Endurance; +4 Con Permanent Cat Grace; +4 Dex
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H Wednesday August 24th, 2011 10:07:39 PM
Falmar assists in half-man-handling the King into Wart and decides that if this were him he would likely think that we're all trying to eat him... especially those of us with four legs....
" We know you're some kind of Weaver, but something's got you warped... We're just going to put you in Wart here.. he's Shady and used to be a toad.. but that's an old thread..your Reed is safe enough and Tishe' , although intimidating as her kind can be... She's the Night soil... "
DM - JC WatcHaven after the Storm? Wednesday August 24th, 2011 11:01:58 PM
As the ritual goes on, the man in the iron kettle continues to struggle against the ropes. As the ritual comes to an end.... "That witch, I'll have her flayed and broiled, then served to the sand scorpions." He yells out those words and as he's doing so He stands up, shreds the ropes binding him, and grows to 11 feet tall, bulging with muscles and steps out of the kettle. It's then that you notice his clothes has returned to their full glory, no longer faded, but vibrant with their rich colors. He stretches and the anger is clear on his face.
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Wednesday August 24th, 2011 11:23:44 PM
It was probably the wrong thing to say, but Revi didn't care--she never does. "You're welcome! Yeah, that's right, we saved you. What's our reward? And please, don't say something cliche, like, 'You get to choose your form of death', etc... cause that's not really a reward is it? I mean, c'mon, only braggart villains who always, and I mean always, get killed in the end by some absolutely gruesome means say that kind of crap. You aren't one of those are you? Cause that would be really boring. So, your grace, what's our reward and how can we help you? Cause we are the helpin' sort." Revi stood there defiant, hands on hips, giving her best wry, throw caution to the wind, smile.
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+4, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour d20+22=30 ; Thursday August 25th, 2011 3:16:55 AM
Edmund strides back into the room carrying a plate of food, and stops just inside the door, staring at the giant man.
"Is that Ahmed?" he asks no one in particular. "I've brought him some dinner..."
He then gives the tall man a cheerful smile and does his best not to look too nervous. (Diplomacy=30)
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Thursday August 25th, 2011 2:57:12 PM "Brings a tear to my eye, another woman who speaks her mind." Kahlan decides to pipe in as well. "Unless of course, you prefer being a bumbling idiot... in which case, you can go back to drinking that stuff. I would rather help you... but some things are self correcting.
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 Thursday August 25th, 2011 3:35:00 PM
Thar steps back quickly as the king breaks from his ropes and doubles in size. He's going to let the brawny types handle this but gets back so he can cast a spell if fighting breaks out. Politely, he adds, "Yes, um... your highness... can you tell us about this witch and what exactly happened with whatever she did to your food and wine? We'd like to help you punish her but we don't know everything right now..."
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) Thursday August 25th, 2011 4:18:27 PM
"Well, that worked", says Tishe' in a detached voice. And then she realizes that she is directly in front of the cauldron and Ahmed is now a giant that can squash her like a bug.
Making no threatening moves, the witch pulls a lock of wavy brown hair behind her ear and tries to consider the situation without making any drastic moves.
"May I call you Ahmed? I'm hoping that I'm not the witch you are spinning curses and revenge for? We have been attacked by three beings that claim to be Royal Guards and turned two of my companions' metal armor into quicksilver. We would like to help, but need to know more about this situation."
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Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 105/105 Thursday August 25th, 2011 8:13:53 PM
Ramen gazes at the man changes into something big and colorfull.
" Well, you don't see that everyday....."
Ramen walks behind 'Tish and waits to see how Ahmed reacts.
DM - JC WatcHaven after the Storm? Thursday August 25th, 2011 11:13:55 PM
The large man looks around and seems to realize he's not any place he knows. The look on his face goes from out right anger to a calm eyed smile in about 1/1000th of a second. It gives him a trust worthy look to his face. "Oh, pardon me for my out burst, I had expected to be in my throne room. If you are wondering, I was referring to my soon to be Ex-wife. But I shall extract my justice from her soon enough. Let me introduce myself, I am King Akhum, where exactly might we be located? And before I forget, let me offer you a reward, please extend a hand, each of you." He reaches into his waist band and pulls out a small pouch, well, it looks small on him. He opens it, reaches in and makes to pull something out. everyone roll a d6 please.
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H d6=5 ; Thursday August 25th, 2011 11:26:25 PM
Falmar steps forward and starts to explain where we are.
" Right now you are in Tishe's pot, in our Home here at WatcHaven, we're somewhere in the cinnamon Valley, which as far as I know if really far north of anywhere that I am familiar with. You were persued, we took care of that. mostly...."
Falmar pauses and looks around at everyone else....
So you're not getting along well with the Mrs?
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 d6=3 ; Thursday August 25th, 2011 11:33:57 PM
Revi holds out her hand to the king and looks over at Thar, "The fine art of diplomacy, I has it" and gives him a wink.
d6=3
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 d6=3 ; d20+21=36 ; Friday August 26th, 2011 10:03:50 AM
After dropping off the food and drink in the vault, Snafu returned to the room where the old man was held captive.
"Where did the old fella go" Snafu asked as soon as he entered the room. "And, who is this big fella and why is he in Tishe's pot?"
Seconds later Snafu had the answer and he immediately bowed. "Greetings you majesty" he said. "Snafu Ravenshoe at your service. It is good to see you back in top form."
Actions: Diplomacy check= 36 D6 Roll= 3
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 105/105 d6=5 ; d6=2 ; Friday August 26th, 2011 12:13:37 PM
Role 5
" Gee, thanks King Akhum. "
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 d6=3 ; Friday August 26th, 2011 12:37:38 PM
Kahlan lightly elbows Revi in the side as she holds out her hand to the king. "Our diplomacy is very similar... or course. You had a lot better results. Yours earned us gifts, mine earned a dead enemy."
Gift result: 3
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) d6=6 ; Friday August 26th, 2011 1:44:02 PM
Tishe' also politely holds out her hand, as refusing to do so may incur the wrath of this mercurial tempered humanoid. "And Trellus thought I had a short attention span!" she says to no one in particular, although the witch swears the cauldron is chuckling.
"Is there any assistance we may provide, King Akhum? It is in our best interest to ensure that any palace in-fighting does not spill over into our lands, the Cinnamon Valley, for it is under our protection."
"I am very interested to hear you spin the tale of your enchantment and the life of your palace and people." Tishe' tries to cajole Akhum into providing more information on what sort of people they are and how dangerous they may be in the future. Any conflict from another realm, especially of outsiders capable of passing dimensional barriers, could be a real problem for Cinnamon Valley!
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Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 d6=4 ; Friday August 26th, 2011 1:56:21 PM
Thar puts his bow away in relief as they've finally made some progress with this king. He bows slightly and says, "I'm Thar ail Baerer, cleric of YHWH and resident ranger. Welcome to our home and as my friends said, we're here to protect Cinnamon Valley and its inhabitants. Having an ally of such stature and fame as yourself would be good, and can we offer you any help in dealing with your treacherous queen?"
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+4, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour d6=5 ; Friday August 26th, 2011 9:22:19 PM
Edmund sets the platter down and approaches the King gingerly, very slowly reaching out his hand.
"Thank you...?" he says nervously.
DM - JC WatcHaven after the Storm? Sunday August 28th, 2011 8:10:43 PM
Akhum reaches in and withdraws a gem, Falmar, Ramen and Edmund receive a Citrine. Revi, Snafu and Kahlan each receive a Ruby. Tishe` receives a Opal. And lastly Thar receives a Sapphire. "I thank you again for your help, and your offer of assistance. I'll need a room, preferably in a Inn, and then I can take care of business after I get some sleep." He bows politely and makes towards the door, to look for the Inn.
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17+4, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18), Mage Armour d20+22=37 ; Monday August 29th, 2011 12:24:43 AM
Edmund pockets the citrine and wonders if it will turn to coal later, but says, "Thank you," again, all the same.
"I think we can safely say that the inn is at your disposal, sirrah," Edmund says courteously. "And if you alert us as to what sort of additional assistance we can provide, I think--" and at this, the sorcerer looks to Tishe-- "I think we can say we'll consider it at the very least, yes?"
Edmund does his best to treat with the fellow as politely as possible and ends by offering to show him the way to the inn.
"If you'd like, I'll show you where it is," he says.
(Diplomacy=37)
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Monday August 29th, 2011 1:53:13 AM "An inn? Pishah, you should stay here, your grace, under our safety. I'm sure we have room, don't we?" At this last comment, Revi looks to the rest.
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) Monday August 29th, 2011 1:13:20 PM
Tishe' is quick to back up Revi's suggestion. "Your Highness, our Inn at the village isn't equiped for a royal visit, nor does it have the accomodations to support someone of such a large stature. Please, consider us as your hosts for the night." (The Witch really wants to keep an eye out on this character, certain as the sun rises that if he leaves there will be trouble before the night is out.)
She marvels at the Opal, and Tishe's eyes light up in blue as she looks at it for any hidden magical properties.
"Do you know the strange magic that turned my packmates' armor into mercury? And anything else about these Royal Guards? I doubt they will cease thier attempts to attack us and capture you until their motive is resolved."
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Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Monday August 29th, 2011 2:01:51 PM
Kahlan tries to pipe up about her armor, but seeing the large king leave, she decides to let it wait until tomorrow.
To the king, he says, "Thank you your majesty for this kind gift. Please stay with us and we have plenty of space for you to choose from. While they are not worthy of royalty like you, our rooms are safe and comfortable places to rest and recuperate. I happen to know a woman too who makes the most delicious sweet cakes and treats, and please accept our hospitality."
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 Monday August 29th, 2011 3:32:44 PM
Snafu bows in thanks upon receiving the ruby. He then joins the others in trying to convince the King to stay with them.
"It would be good for the morale of everyone if you stayed here, my Lord" Snafu suggested.
...
Later, when Snafu had the opportunity, he cast a quick detect magic and studied the ruby.
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H Monday August 29th, 2011 11:27:46 PM
Falmar pockets his Citrine, wondering a bit if the gems grew as the King did. As the invitations of staying here go out Falmar realizes he really has no objections....
"Yes, stay here, those White faces may turn up at any time. I would hate to have them catch you without sufficient ....Mmmm...Defense...."
Now Mouse'll have some work feeding this guy...he'll probably eat more than Snafu.
DM - JC WatcHaven after the Storm? Monday August 29th, 2011 11:46:13 PM
He relents to staying in the tower with all of you. He looks in the bottom of the cauldron and sees the mercury, he looks up and says, "It should return to normal after a day or so, it's not permanent." As people spend time after things get settled, they inspect the gems and find they are nothing but gems, valuable, but normal. Come first light, you discover Akhum is gone, but there is a note.
Thank You again, I think I'll take you up on the offer to help out.
With that, it's morning.
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Tuesday August 30th, 2011 3:21:28 AM
Rubbing the sleep from her eyes after waking, she barely makes out what is written on the note when she comments, "He's not one for long goodbyes--just like a man." Turning to the kitchen help, she asks sleepily, "Any chance of some really strong coffee, about half a dozen eggs over easy, toast and some grilled sausage--the spicier the better."
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 Tuesday August 30th, 2011 10:08:37 AM
"I'll take mine over-medium... bacon instead of sausage, and coffee with two milks and twelve sugars please" Snafu added.
"So, any of you know anything about gems?" Snafu asked. "I wonder what these babies are worth? I also wonder how were supposed to help the King? Would have been nice if he said something about that in his note."
"It might be worth tracking him... but on the other hand, if he's in good health, I don't want to be intrusive. If he's accepting our offer of help, maybe we should find out more about this kingdom and what could be going on? The council might be of help in this matter..."
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) Tuesday August 30th, 2011 1:49:57 PM
"Frankly, I'm happy we even got the note!", says Tish'e, "But I still can't shake the feeling that there is going to be trouble coming from all this. We are desperately short of information on these beings, and we have innocents here that can too easily get caught in crossfire."
Tishe' gives everyone a "Many Shadows", especially Mouse who is busily setting up breakfast for everyone. The witch has no orders or requests, happy to eat anything that isn't her cooking. And during breaking her fast, muses about what the group should do today.
"I think some pairs walking about the village and nearby pastures and fields is a good idea. We'll be able to see any evidence of Akhum or the Royal Guards, and ensure the people who have migrated here for protection are actually protected. I'm going to stay here and see what divinations I am able to complete to learn more of these creatures and thier situation."
What Tishe' doesn't mention is that running water and a forest of trees still gives her the willies, these two things being so unnatural to what she grew up with.
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Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18) Tuesday August 30th, 2011 7:36:03 PM
Edmund rises in the morning, reads the note, and heads to breakfast without comment.
The citrine remains in his haversack.
"Well," he says over breakfast. "Now what? The fellow's pipped off, and I suspect we haven't heard the last of his little friends. The 'queen' and all that--right?"
DM - JC WatcHaven after the Storm? Tuesday August 30th, 2011 9:27:30 PM
Groups are assigned, patrols are sent out to just keep a watch around town, and the local Witch arrives at the door shortly before noon.
"I understand you had a visitor last evening. I was indisposed or I'd have come by then. What can you tell me of this person whom you protected from the others."
About this time, there is a racket from inside the cauldron.
Party loot to be kept track of, add a lunch bag and a ever flowing wineskin.
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H Tuesday August 30th, 2011 11:14:25 PM
Falmar stops mid-bite and slowly lowers his fork to his plate....
" HA! indisposed !. Well, I'd rather start with this one. What can YOU tell us about the Giants of the Valley ? "
" Witches, seem to always expect everyone to jump and scrape and tell them everything they don't already pretend to know... well, this isn't going to be a spinner for some come-lately...have to keep an eye on Tishe' make sure she doesn't get all warped and uppity like these Valley-Witches."
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Wednesday August 31st, 2011 1:33:57 AM
Revi looks at Falmar, mouth agape--a piece of toast clinging to her lip. What had she gotten herself into.
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Wednesday August 31st, 2011 11:32:49 AM
Kahlan shakes her head at Revi's obvious surprise. Yep, this is gonna be fun she thinks as she continues enjoying her meal.
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) Wednesday August 31st, 2011 12:25:40 PM
Tishe' seems to not notice Falmar's worries, nor the byplay of the others, she has other things on her mind. "For all thier height, they are not giants that we know of, or Thar would have recognized them immediately. From all our knowledge and not knowing anything about them, the beings are almost certainly outsiders." Tishe' goes on to explain thier size, flying carpets, moving through the earth, morphing metal into mercury. She further mentions the names Ahmed, King Akhun, and Queen Adeela. "Do you have any knowledge of outsiders that can do all of that?"
With the rattling, Tishe' sighs in relief. "King Akhun said it was temporary. Falmar, Ramen, I'm sure you will be able to collect your armor back now."
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Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18) Wednesday August 31st, 2011 5:45:57 PM
Edmund listens carefully to Tishe's explanation, but doesn't add much to the conversation. Instead, he eats several buns.
"Mmf," he adds, "And don't forget that I knew it was the wine all along!"
With that, the sorcerer grabs another bun.
DM - JC WatcHaven after the Storm? Thursday September 1st, 2011 2:35:58 AM
Tishe`, it would seem is correct, at least about the armor, there is indeed 2 sets of familiar armor now inside her cauldron. As the elderly witch listens to everyone's opinions, she just nods as everyone has their say. "Yes, they are indeed outsiders, that much I have determined. The evidence would lead me to believe that they are from a country so far to the north that I have only heard rumors of it. And those rumors are all I have to work with. But as they say, there are nuggets of truth in almost every rumor. There is a contested Kingdom called Masa Samak, it is ruled by Large sized Outsiders, who left their own plane and took up residence. It's rumored that about twenty years ago some rift caused a sort of civil war. A war between brothers, between cousins, between husband and wife. After a couple years it seemed to end, no one knows why tho. These outsiders live peacefully with the humans who live in the same country, or at least I'm lead to believe so. It's also rumored that they are wish granters, but some how I doubt that, that's just too much to believe possible." The old witch seems to be finished, because she stops speaking, and is once again listening, or at least waiting to listen.
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Thursday September 1st, 2011 2:44:42 AM "So, have we stumbled into the middle of a civil war?" Revi finishes off her breakfast and several large bites and motions for more food.
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 105/105 Thursday September 1st, 2011 7:51:15 AM
Ramen leans up against the wall and takes all of the information in... sometimes, there is more widome in simply listening then in talking. A civil war does sound troubling to him. While he is not affraid of being in a battle... he's been in many over the years, he well knows the cost of war on the surrounding villages. The thought of numerous magical beings swarming through the countryside, looking to destroy everything in it's pass, send chills down his spine.
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) Thursday September 1st, 2011 1:41:08 PM
Tishe' too is concerned. "And a Civil War which we have inadvertantly helped to spin up. I think we need to inform the Pitchfork Council and then find passage to Masa Samak, there to see if we can stop the wheel from dying a scarlet tapestry."
"Snafu and Falmar, you both are able to teleport. Let us confer with the Council. They will need to know we are not going to be about for a while."
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Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Thursday September 1st, 2011 3:30:08 PM
Kahlan grabs her armor from Tishe's caldron. "If you will excuse me just a moment..."
Moments later Kahlan returns her flat black armor donned, her weapons at her side. She waits to be told where she should go next.
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18) Thursday September 1st, 2011 4:43:11 PM
Edmund sighs upon hearing about the civil turmoil.
"Do we really have to get involved in this," he whinges plaintively. "We just encountered the fellow on the road. We're hardly responsible for what has happened--and what's more, I think it's best if we stay out of it as much as possible. Why get in any deeper? Better to leave well enough alone."
"Besides," he adds, "We've only just come back. Can't we have a few days rest? I have a recipe for Mouse to try out; my family recipe for pork pies. And there are baths to take. Also, there are a few books I want to read. Maybe we can sally forth early next month, instead? What's the hurry?"
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 Thursday September 1st, 2011 5:25:58 PM
Thar is also troubled by the idea of getting pulled into a civil war. Not only is it hard to know which side to pick, it's considerable distance adds to the challenges. "I agree with Edmund regarding caution about how deeply we get involved. We saved the king and have his gratitude, but our primary duty is to the citizens of this valley and their safety. If other genies or whatever those things were decide to come calling in our hometown, then that changes things. But for now, I think we should focus on what's happening close to home."
DM - JC WatcHaven after the Storm? Thursday September 1st, 2011 8:11:16 PM
The old witch doesn't add anything new, and makes to excuse herself. As she nears the door....
From outside in the village square there comes a rapid series of loud popping sounds. Then in a very loud, amplified voice.... Ladies and Gentlemen of this fine village of WatcHaven, it is my honor to introduce you to the Rightful King and Ruler of the country of Masa Samak. His Highness, his Holy One, The King, Akhum the Great. Please refrain from bothering him, He has many things to prepare and get ready, before he can claim that which is His by rights."
At this the Old Witch says, "Oh Dear...." With that she heads outside and heads towards the 2 plus dozen large people in the village square.
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Thursday September 1st, 2011 8:21:21 PM "Sweet, either he's here to ask us for our help and reward us handsomely, or try to confiscate this area of land--I better go get my armor on just in case."
Grabbing a honey bun to go, Revi rushes upstairs to get her things on, including her weapons. When complete, she'll join the rest at the gathering.
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18) Thursday September 1st, 2011 9:44:55 PM
"There goes that forlorn hopes," Edmund sighs.
And with that, the half-elf heads upstairs to get himself equipped. As he leaves his room, he casts a mournful look at his custom-built dwarven bath.
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H Thursday September 1st, 2011 11:07:01 PM
Falmar reaches into Wart and removes he breastplate....slinging it on as he shuffles toward the door He stops with a bewildered look upon his face...
" Wait, so there has been no action in this Civil War for over 20 years ? So how long has Akhum been drugged up by his wife ? So far she sounds like a beater if that's true... 20 years, of course they may live much longer than we know...."
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) Friday September 2nd, 2011 12:07:38 AM
"Looks like telling the Council will have to wait. Come my friends, lets Protect as we've promised!"
And Tishe' heads outside to assess the situation.
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Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Friday September 2nd, 2011 1:14:09 PM
Kahlan checks to make sure her weapons are clear in their scabbard then follows Tishe' outside to see which direction this shall go.
She makes a loud whistle with her fingers once outside, a signal for Tyris to let himself out of the stable and make his way up to her.
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 Friday September 2nd, 2011 3:07:19 PM
Thar shakes his head in amazement and says, "You've got to be kidding me" as he hears the announcement outside. "This guy definitely wants to be in the limelight and nothing like making a grand apperance," he adds with a frown...
Sighing, he stands up and goes outside to watch the spectacle...
Ramen Elowyn AC 24, CMD 25, HP 105/105 Saturday September 3rd, 2011 9:41:35 AM
Ramen joins the others outside.
DM - JC WatcHaven after the Storm? Sunday September 4th, 2011 11:31:19 PM
As the group heads outside, they first notice that Akhum is in deed clothed as a King should be. Fine clothes, a cloak lined with what appears a cheetah skin. He has a simple band of gold with a star sapphire mounted over his brow. The man with the big mouth, makes the King seem small. He towers close to 12 or 13 feet, with a deep purple turban. He wears only a vest, which is made of woven gold, or at least appears to be made of it. He wears pantaloons and curly pointed slippers. His skin is almost pure black, but just barely a shade lighter. Surrounding him and the King are a dozen or so more big burly men and women. Scattered around the village center are another 15 or so slightly smaller beings of a similar race, it's had to tell them all apart. The King and his majordomo speak quietly a moment and and the Big guy heads towards your group, he seems to glide along completely as ease.
Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Monday September 5th, 2011 1:14:39 PM
Kahlan touches Tyris on the nose as he approaches. She waits anxiously to see what happens.
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Monday September 5th, 2011 5:25:57 PM
Revi stands beside Kahlan, pretty sure there won't be trouble, so she keeps her hands away from her weapons, and even raises her hand in greeting to the king, "Hey there, Kingy! Good to see you again!"
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 Monday September 5th, 2011 8:27:42 PM
Thar moves through the crowd and watches those around the king closely... He's not real comfortable with a bunch of strangers in the town, especially ones who are so large... On the other hand, they haven't made any threatening moves and appear to be peaceful...
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18) d20+22=30 ; Monday September 5th, 2011 11:23:15 PM
Edmund moves to stand at Thar's side, leaning over to whisper to the cleric conspiratorally.
"Well, this is a fine kettle of fish, hey-hey? I think we should probably do what we can to ensure that any sort of pitched battle involves the people of the town as little as possible. There's no need to endanger the lives of the citizens just because we've managed to get ourselves tangled up in some sort of civil war."
Clearning his throat, Edmund steps forward, smiling genially at the approaching majordomo. With a grand bow, he says, "Edmund, Archmage of the Mithril Order, at your service; what can we, the defenders and custodians of The Great Tower of Watchaven, do to assist you and your master?"
(Diplomacy=30)
Snafu - AC 30, HP 112/112 Tuesday September 6th, 2011 12:06:27 PM
"Conflict should be avoided until we know more about these fellas" Snafu whispered to Tishe and anyone else that was in ear shot. "There strengths, weaknesses, history... yada yada yada."
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) Tuesday September 6th, 2011 2:51:09 PM
Tishe' nods at Snafu's suggestion, and it looks like her other packmates are likewise leery about starting a fight with a larger group of larger unknown outsiders in the middle of a village of innocents. Thank the Sargrass that none seem to have the temper of a Rapke!
Tishe' moves with the others to meet the King and his majordomo halfway, hoping to learn more.
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Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Tuesday September 6th, 2011 4:21:53 PM
Checking in.
DM - JC WatcHaven after the Storm? Tuesday September 6th, 2011 6:47:51 PM
As the group closes on the area where the King is, some of the men and women that arrived with him, make to block the groups way. He says something in Terran,Highlight to display spoiler: {"Let them pass, They are the ones who released me."} "I would like to speak with the Villages elders, You volunteered to assist, but in order to move further, I would speak with them. The Witch is with you, but she remains quiet, until introduced. She then takes the King and his second into her home to talk. An hour later, with a very serious/concerned face that belies her words says, "King Akhum and his....ah....compatriots....will be welcome to stay here as any other visitor to town. However, I have denied them asylum lacking proof that they need or deserve this. I have already notified the Pitchfork Council and they are sending a representative." After having her say, she heads towards the groups tower, rather than home, after entering she waits for everyone to return inside. "Keep an eye on them. They are trouble. Akhum and his sidekick, Bohamm tried to bully me into joining their "cause" of regaining their kingdom. They want to take back their kingdom, a place north near the sea named Masa Samak Akhum's wife did the deed and banished him.He was cursed and given the items you removed and Bohamm was cursed with Blindness. When Akhum was cured, so was Bohamm. Try and get them moving along with their rebellion, so they can leave us in peace." She turns to walk away, but stops and looks back. When the Councilman arrives he'll need protection, and the council has authorized a payment for that protection, but you'll need to make arrangements with whoever is coming.
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Tuesday September 6th, 2011 7:15:07 PM
Revi grimaced; she wasn't stupid, but the political machinations of some people just didn't interest her and during those times when they talked, she imagined zombies bursting through the wall to lighten the mood and make things a bit more interesting--but that never happened, and so, when they stopped talking she had missed the main point of the conversation."Hold up, I'm not really interested in this whole, whatchamacallit, but if there's killin' to be done and I'm on the good side, I'm all for it. So, is there killin' and good side fighting?"
Falmar CURRENT AC: 29* HP 106/106 ( Aura of Courage ), (MOXY :Familiar H Tuesday September 6th, 2011 10:55:39 PM
Falmar listens and nods in slow semi-agreement to Revi's side of things..
"Seems that we don't really know what is going on... They aren't necessarily Evil, yet their idea of Good might not line up exactly with ours..I think we need to speak with Akhum and Bohamm ourselves"
And before the "representative" gets here...
Edmund (HP: 95/95, AC: 17, CMD: 20, Sp.Resist: 18) Tuesday September 6th, 2011 11:17:20 PM
Edmund ponders the situation as it is related to them by the witch.
"I'm concerned that they may try to involve the villagers," he says after some thought. "I'd rather not have them recruiting from the local populace with promises of riches and wealth; and likely delivery of death and suffering."
"That said," the sorcerer continues, "it does seem that he has been ill dealt with, if he speaks true. Yet, their legal system is foreign to us, and their concept of what is 'acceptable' might well be quite different from ours. Insofar as justice is concerned, we should certainly provide assistance to him as we might find to any person needing protection--but can that actually be said of these people? And, who is necessarily in the right, to begin with?"
"Of course, his enemies did attack us without provocation. The enemy of my enemy is my friend, I suppose."
Revi AC36/17/36 | 185/185HP | CMD 37 Wednesday September 7th, 2011 1:22:20 AM
After listening to Edmund, Revi asks, "Do we know why he was banned? Heck, he may in a devil in disguise."
Tishe' (AC:32 CMD:19 HP 106/107) Wednesday September 7th, 2011 10:11:15 AM
Tishe' shakes her head. "We know Akhun is not evil, for Ramen and Kahlan both tried to detect evil. Falmar can do the same since all three are in the order of paladins. I think it a good idea to try and Detect if the Majordomo or any of the others are evil." She leaves the suggestion as is, if the others take it up or not according to their wisdom.
"As legal representatives of the Pitchfork Council, the Cinnamon Protectors will ensure the guests to WatcHaven will remain peaceful. And I think Falmar is quite correct that talking to Akhun now to establish boundaries may save misunderstandings later in the village."
"As for the joining in their Civil War, a friendly nation to the Valley's north may benefit the peace. Yet I'm not sure if either of these sides, once having won, will actually be a 'friendly' border. It may be a good idea to go to Masa Samak and see if there is not a third option for a government."
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Kahlan Palance -- AC 18/17/13 -- CMD 32 -- HP 132/158 Wednesday September 7th, 2011 12:12:18 PM OOC: Just realize we have 4 Paladins in the group. Awesome!
"Like Revi said, I'm all for fighting the good fight, destroying the wicked, and such, but to make sure we are doing that, I believe we need to have that little talk with the King."
Thar, AC 27, 124+11 temp/124+11 temp, PfE, Divine Power, Spell Resistance 23 Wednesday September 7th, 2011 2:20:14 PM
Thar listens to the group's discussion and the various options for how to interact with the king. "I think my biggest concern was voiced by Edmund, as I don't the villagers, that we are obligated to protect, embroiled in some sort of civil war. I'm not inclined to let the king and his entourage start drafting or recruiting people to go join the fight up north without first talking to us. Yes, I do want to keep good relations with him and it will help to have an ally, but our first duty is to the safety of these villagers. Furthermore, we need to keep a watch on their movements and actions here in town, to avoid any troubles or problems, especially if the queen decides to send another hit squad to take out her husband. Finally, we need to be involved in any discussions the king has with the council's representative, since we're the military force here in the town...
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