DM Kathy Sunday January 6th, 2013 7:48:31 PM
You survey the area, and do what you can to set the waystation to rights. You take the time to bury the poor, chewed-on elf corpse, and clear away the worst of the debris.
You also have time to cast healing spells on one another, if those are needed.
You do not see any rafts at the waystation. It is possible there were some there at one time, and the missing people used them to escape. It's possible they had their own boat, and used that to escape. At this point, you're not really sure.
As Yngvar points out, some of the damage to the waystation is beyond your ability to fix just at the moment. You may need to come back here. Or, perhaps you could accompany some workers back here and stand guard while they fix the place up. Either way, you've done about all you can.
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 Monday January 7th, 2013 11:41:23 AM
Toregan makes sure to tuck the Gargul marked pouch away in his haversack when the rubble is being cleared. "We need to press on. Anyone who survived could've only escaped by the river, and its likely they were pursued." Toregan begins to prepare the raft for departure, and waits there for everyone to get ready to leave.
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple Monday January 7th, 2013 3:10:53 PM
Ragnarök nods to Toregan's advice and also moves towards the raft. He greets the grave of the departed once again, glances at the tree with it's weird fungi and waits for the others at the raft...
(ooc - updated char sheet to lvl 4 - little low on wealth atm : ±4000 vs 6000 average for lvl 4) (Welcome DM Kathy!! - good luck)
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 Monday January 7th, 2013 4:43:32 PM
Asteron keeps himself out of everybody's way, helping if and when he can. Resting after combat has helped him feel much better.
"Maybe we should collect the fungi here too, just in case", he says to no one in particular, as he does not remember who it was that harvested the others, "We might as well, since we already have done so at the previous camp." He will not insist on it, though, it is just a thought that occurred to him.
As the others start moving towards the raft, he does the same. All these fungus, giant lizards, and other strange things have befuddled the minotaur. - - - - - The char sheet needed lots of work, but I have done the best I could. Cayzle will still take a look, as I may overlooked something, or made a mistake. DM Kathy, please do the same :)
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 Monday January 7th, 2013 4:48:08 PM
OOC: updated link to char sheet. Sorry about that :)
DM Kathy Monday January 7th, 2013 8:13:00 PM Toregan tucks the pouch away with his own belongings, and prepares the raft for departure. Ragnarök boards the raft, taking a final look at the still-shattered campsite as he does so. At the last minute, Asteron thinks to carefully retrieve a sample of the fungus for future study.
You all pile onto the raft and cast off. Navigating the river is tricky, and demands much of your attention. Still, you do have time to appreciate the lush greenery going by on either side of you; the occasional taller tree thrusting above the jungle canopy; the sounds of the river.
Strange birds call from the treetops. At least, you hope they are birds.
[OOC: This wasn't clear from the materials, and I apologize for my confusion. Floating City is downstream from where you are now, correct?]
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 13{17}/13{17}/10{14} -- CMD 12 -- HP 16/16 Tuesday January 8th, 2013 12:15:03 AM
[ooc]No idea which way the river is going, though from what has happened so far, it would make sense that it is down river to float city. 'Course it doesn't make much sense to have a bunch of way stations if the primary travel route is by boat. Just finishing up equipment.
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d20+10=18 ; d20+9=10 ; Tuesday January 8th, 2013 3:24:35 PM
Using one of the poles on the raft Ragnarök aids to steer the raft gently downstream. Keeping a wary eye out on the river banks and potential threats in the water. (Perception: 18) He also hopes to detect potential changes to the river's behaviour - perhaps an increased speed or a bumpier ride... (survival: 10) yet even so... for the Monk the river is perfectly safe atm. Sigh... not long ago Rag figured the Dimetrodons to be perfectly safe also :-)
(ooc: last changes to char sheet made - upgraded to 4th level and added gold to match 6000 - removed one or two errors also from the sheet math - I think all is correct now...)
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 22/16/16 -- CMD 18 -- HP 18/18 -- Bombs 8/9 d20+9=26 ; Tuesday January 8th, 2013 4:12:51 PM
Faust also keeps a wary eye out for trouble, with crossbow in hand, ready for the go, hoping for the best but expecting the worse.
Perception to look out for trouble (+4): 21 (darkvision)
(OOC: Almost done with the sheet, updating it to level 4 and double-checking my math.)
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 d20=7 ; d20=1 ; Tuesday January 8th, 2013 4:36:29 PM
Asteron might not be the most insightful of the company, nor the brightest mind, but paddling is something he can do. So he takes one of the free paddles, making sure that his bow is close at hand.
As he paddles, he concentrates on the river, looking for submerged rocks, water monsters, and other dangers. - - - - - Perception [d20+7]: 14 Survival [d20+5]: 6
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 d20+9=24 ; d20+9=29 ; Tuesday January 8th, 2013 8:16:58 PM
Toregan keeps his bow drawn and scans the riverbanks as the raft floats down the river. He also periodically checks the river itself for any hazards it may hide beneath its waters.
Perception (+9): 24 Survival (+9): 29
DM Kathy Tuesday January 8th, 2013 8:21:19 PM
You are on alert as you guide the raft down the river, but nothing tries to eat you, and the birds turn out to be just birds.
After several hours' travel, you reach the site of the next waystation. Traveling by river can be treacherous by night, so most boatmen prefer to tie up to shore. The waystations provide a place to tie up, cook a quick meal, and perhaps even sleep on something that isn't moving. Of course, at the moment, most of them are pretty primitive. And, as you've seen, some seem to have gone from "primitive" to "wrecked."
This waystation, however, appears to be intact. A small quay provides a place to tie up and disembark. There is a cleared camping area, a stone fire ring, and some logs to sit on. A sturdy wooden box stands on one side of the clearing. All of this is as it should be.
However, there is something more, which you did not expect. A stake has been pounded into the center of the clearing, with a wooden sign affixed. The sign says, in Draconic, Highlight to display spoiler: {"Danger! Do not camp here! This location is not safe."} Underneath, someone has written in Common: "No camp heer. Bad place!"
Griffin AC 18 CMD 17 HP 20/27 d20+7=9 ; d20+11=16 ; Tuesday January 8th, 2013 9:17:46 PM
Griffin will also take a guard position and scan the riverbanks for trouble. another set of eye can't hurt she thinks to herself When they land the raft Griffin will survey the area be can't seem to get the sight of the last way station from her head and pay attention ... to the group she says I don't like this place, I have a bad feeling about this
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 13{17}/13{17}/10{14} -- CMD 12 -- HP 16/16 d20+6=18 Tuesday January 8th, 2013 11:40:35 PM "Well guys, the sign says this is not a good place to be camping. Sounds like we need to camp out and find out why." Yngvar takes a walk around the camp, looking for anything out of place. "Though I might camp out on the raft, off shore..."
perception: 18
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 Wednesday January 9th, 2013 12:45:47 AM "So... we need to camp. And the sign says no camping?" Asteron's brow furrows. Staying on the raft might not be a good idea, though... I suggest we camp on dry land, although we may want to start a fire burning, but camp near the raft, just in case. And we should stand guard at all time, probably in pairs, not singly. Thoughts?"
Asteron's gut tells him that the night is not going to pass without incident.
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 13/13/10 -- CMD 14 -- HP 20/20 d6=5 ; d20+9=13 ; d3=3 ; d20+9=26 ; Wednesday January 9th, 2013 3:18:53 AM
(OOC: Forgot to roll one HD dice)
Faust runs his fingers through the sign and ponders, "Hmmm...wonder why it's in draconic. Sure, nice of whoever did this to warn people, but draconic isn't exactly an universal language. And what's with this really bad grammar underneath?"
He ponders some more and adds "Taking a wild guess, I'd say this was written by kobolds or some other type of reptilian folk. Or a dragon with a sense of humor. But hopefully kobolds...even more wishful, the ones we were actually looking for."
Faust takes a walk around the camp, looking around for anything suspicious looking, paying attention to Wolfgang (Faust's familiar owl), perched on his shoulder, to see if it shows any sign of discomfort. Specifically, Faust will peak outside the boundaries of the way station, to see if anything is hiding in the immediate shadows, taking advantage of his underground heritage.
"I agree that camping on a raft doesn't sound like the best idea ever...but really, don't think I want to discovery why this isn't a good place for camping..."
"...seriously, I don't want to wake up screaming, drenched in my own blood and in extreme maddening pain because a walking tree dropped the way stat...", he pauses, "...e-everyone, let's search around for those purple mushrooms, take special attention to monkeypods, which were the last culprits of wrecking havoc."
Perception to look into the shadows for anything remarkable (+9): 13, if it's still bright light, it's 10 instead (darkvision 60'). Second Perception to specifically look for the purple mushrooms if needed (+9): 26, if it's bright light, then it's 23 (darkvision 60') . Ignore the d3 roll, it was an accident.
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 d20+6=20 ; d20+6=20 ; Wednesday January 9th, 2013 2:12:40 PM "That sounds like a good idea." Yngvar paces alongside Faust, his own familiar sticking her head out of a pocket. "We really need to sit down at some point and compare notes, I am sure we could teach each other something about our own views on the arcane arts."
While walking he idly pulls a bit of bread out of another pocket and holds it up for Nipper to munch on during their review of the way station.
Yngvar's Perception - 20, Nipper's Perception - 20 Need an answer on partial wand purchasing then I can complete the equipment.
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d20+10=16 ; d20+9=11 ; d20+10=21 ; d20+10=17 ; d20+10=25 ; d20+10=11 ; Wednesday January 9th, 2013 3:33:42 PM
Ragnarök like the others checks out the camp site. He can't read the Draconic words yet the common ones beneath leave little to his imagination. There's bound to be trouble...
"I can get a fire burning here if we find enough dry wood around... this pipe will get it burning" he says while digging up the carved ivory smoke pipe he won earlier, "Question is if a fire will keep away trouble or just draw it towards us... what you guys think?" he finishes as he moves around the camp to see if he can find enough firewood to keep a pleasant fire burning all through the night.
As he searches for firewood he also checks if no one is around, he checks for tracks in the dirt or signs of the purple fungi they found before...
perception: 16 survival: 11
If desired Rag lights the fire and is willing to take first watch. (perception checks during the night : 21, 17, 25, 11 (nat 1 - DUH) )
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 d20+9=14 ; d20+9=16 ; Wednesday January 9th, 2013 7:48:15 PM "We may wish to heed the warning and move on. The natives would have a much better understanding of what dangers are here than us." Toregan does decide to investigate the waystation, checking for tracks, signs of battle, or the strange mushrooms that were found at the first site. He keeps his bow out at all times, unsure of the safety of the surrounding area.
Perception (+9): 14 Survival (+9): 16
Griffin AC 18 CMD 17 HP 20/27 d20+11=28 ; d20+8=22 ; Wednesday January 9th, 2013 9:08:16 PM
Griffin says this place has my hairs standing up I don't like the idea of staying here, I thinks that the better idea would be to stage the camp with fake us and hide to see what shows up, I am going to look around some more with that said she will start scouting the area again Ina spiral pattern from the camp sight
if the group is staying here she is going to use her Hammock up a tall tree to get a higher vantage point Sneak 28 perception 22
DM Kathy Wednesday January 9th, 2013 9:44:12 PM Griffin is unnerved by the sign, and expresses doubt about camping at the waystation. Asteron, too, finds the situation suspicious, and recommends keeping watch.
Faust speculates about the odd two-language sign. It would appear to be made by somebody whose first language is Draconic, and whose Common isn't quite as good. That might mean kobolds--possibly the very kobolds you'd been hoping to encounter.
Yngvar looks around the camp, looking for anything unusual. You do see some tracks, which seem to belong to Small creatures.
Ragnarök looks for signs of the telltale fungus, but sees none. He also looks for dry firewood. There's plenty of wood about, and the area isn't especially wet, but everything you find is green; it'll be harder to get it to burn. You do think to look inside the wooden box over on one side of the clearing. The box holds a couple of shovels, a length of rope, a healer's kit, and a quantity of dry kindling.
Toregan, too, is looking at the tracks, and can confirm that they are kobold tracks. Some are quite recent, probably less than a day old.
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 13/13/10 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 d20+2=5 ; Wednesday January 9th, 2013 10:50:18 PM
As Yngvar walks with him, Faust replies, "Indeed we should, mr. Hefnd. I propose we do this once we get back, studying with a nice mug of home brewed ale is way better than out here while fauna and flora both plot our demise."
"I have to warn you, however, that I didn't actually go to any academy, instead learning from my dad and couple of his friends, so while I have confidence in my evocation skills, I'm rather lacking in other more academic areas...", he adds, scratching his chin.
Once Ragnarök and Toregan report their findings Faust says, "So...it's settled? Doesn't look like we have much choice other than camp here and stay alert...I'll go ahead and sketch a map of the area so we can look for the kobolds once we find our missing colleagues.", he says with impressive confidence, however, anyone curious enough to take a look at his map can tell that the drow both got lost and is too tired as the map makes little sense in its location relative to the settlement and is inaccurate enough that trying to follow it might be a greater challenge than randomly wander back here while blindfolded.
Survival to sketch a map of his current location (+4): 7...yeah. Forgot to take into account the +2 from using the map maker kit
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 Thursday January 10th, 2013 8:53:25 AM "It is getting late, and we are all getting tired. I volunteer to take the watch that usually no one cares about... the third and last watch. In my experience, it is the one most surprises tend to occur in" Not that Asteron is looking forward to any "surprises", but he feels it is his duty to take the most dangerous watch.
"So let's use the dry kindling to start a fire. Do not cut any live branches. Use only what is found scattered about. That should be less of an insult to any living trees nearby. And if the wood is not totally dry, it will take more time to start burning, but it will also make smoke, which will help conceal the light of the fire from those that may want to do us harm."Or at least, I hope so...
Asteron is hungry. He is ready to eat, and willing to share one of his wine bottles with the others.
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d20+9=18 ; d20+10=14 ; d20+12=18 ; d20+10=18 ; d20+12=28 ; Thursday January 10th, 2013 12:24:07 PM "ok time to light the fire then... " Ragnarök says concluding all decisions from the group. He takes some of the dry kindling from the crate and with help of his ivory pipe he lights a spark to one of them and tries to get the fire going by adding some more dry wood slowly and blowing at the little spark. Soon the wood will catch fire and surround the place with a cosy warmth and pleasant ... illumination... (survival 18)
Frowning and looking around the camp and the tree line beyond Ragnarök voices his concerns...
"The fire makes us excellent targets for archers or anything out there that can attack us at range... with the light in our eyes we won't even see anything beyond that tree line... keeping the light in front of us will blind us... Perhaps the ones that keep watch ought to sit near the tree line and hide in darkness instead? Anyhow... just a thought..."
When it's his turn to take watch Ragnarök checks the fire to see if there's enough wood on top of it and then moves out towards the tree line and hides in the dark hoping to be able to see danger... (perception 14, 18 / stealth 18, 28)
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 Thursday January 10th, 2013 1:54:14 PM "What about setting up a couple of additional fires near the tree line for quick lighting if needed?"
Yngvar leads his mule onto dry land and sets out some feed and a bucket of river water, "good girl, I bet you like having some solid ground under you for a change." Yngvar continues in a calm voice while brushing her down. After getting the mule settled down again, he digs through their supplies for their own meal. "Who's turn to cook today?"
OOC: Character ready for review
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 d20+9=28 ; d20+9=26 ; Thursday January 10th, 2013 8:26:46 PM "I doubt I'll be sleeping easily tonight. I'll take first watch. Hopefully I'll be tired enough afterwards to actually get some sleep." Toregan then searches the area for any food. "I wouldn't use our food stores just yet. there may be some food I can gather from our surroundings. Also," Toregan continues, "If our the person on watch gets attacked, its possible that they could knock them out before an alarm is raised. It's much safer to stay near our group. A word of advice as well. Don't forget to watch the water as often as the treeline."
Survival (For food) (+9): 28 Perception (+9): 26
DM Kathy Thursday January 10th, 2013 9:41:00 PM
You discuss your options, and decide to camp. It is late afternoon, definitely time to start thinking about supper, but there are still a couple of hours of daylight left.
You use the dry kindling from the box, and are able to find enough fallen wood to make a decent fire. Soon, you have a fire going in the fire ring.
You discuss the watches, and the merits of building additional fires. You begin the process of setting up camp.
About 30 minutes after you first tied up on shore, you hear some rustling in the bushes. You are immediately alert, hands on weapons and spell components, as something approaches the camp. They do not appear to be trying to sneak up on you.
The noises stop several feet short of the clearing. It's difficult to tell, through the undergrowth, exactly who they are, but they appear to be Small. You would estimate there are about five of them.
"No camp here!" a reptilian voice calls. "Bad place!"
Griffin AC 18 CMD 17 HP 20/27 Friday January 11th, 2013 12:04:53 AM
Griffin waits to do anything she does not want to spook the what she thinks are the kobalds
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 13/13/10 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 d20+1=18 ; Friday January 11th, 2013 2:04:59 AM
Faust was preparing himself to give it a stab at cooking when the visitors arrive, hearing the reptilian voice he immediately makes the connection that it was them who put the sign and replies, in draconic, <"I believe this will be more comfortable to maintain a communication, correct? But yes, we read the sign...was it you people who put it there?">, he says, with quite an amount of confidence.
<"But could you guys please get close to the light? We cannot quite see you folks where you stand. Also, if you happen to have any suggestions as to where to camp, I'm all long ears...heheh...">, he chuckles slightly while demonstrating once again his refined sense of humor.
Diplomacy to not appear hostile in any way (+1): 18
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 Friday January 11th, 2013 11:47:12 AM
As the possible kobolds and Faust begin a conversation, Asteron stays on the alert, but makes it a point to move slowly, without any movements that can be construed as threatening. He does make sure his weapons are where he can grab them, though, just in case.
"Master Faust, if it is indeed the kobolds we were told we may encounter, and if it helps in any way, I carry semi precious stones worth some 100 gold with me. Whether for trade or tribute, feel free to count on them".
The minotaur is not willing to become a pin cushion if it can be avoided.
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 d20+5=13 ; d20+1=8 ; d20+1=4 ; d20+1=13 ; Friday January 11th, 2013 12:09:55 PM Were these the K'tthhykk, the kobold tribe they were told about? Yngvar ponders as he peers into the tree line trying to catch a glimpse of their coloration, while taking note of their stance.
<Please excuse the light, kin of dragons. Many of us soft skins are blind without the sun or moon to guide our feet. Please, come and be at peace.> Yngvar keeps his hands empty and gestures welcome to the camp. <"Are you the K'tthhykk?>"
Aside to the others, "I can't make out their coloration, but let's be at ease and see what they can do to help us out."
Perception: 13 Sense Motive: 8 Diplomacy: 4>13 1 Hero Pt what horrible rolls!
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d20+10=21 ; Friday January 11th, 2013 3:10:08 PM
At alert at the sudden appearance of the Kobolds Ragnarök awaits the conversation that is going on and where he understands nothing of... observing the reactions of his friends and the Kobolds he is however slightly relieved when Faust seems to smile... should the Kobolds make hostile movement or his friends prepare wands or spells Ragnarök will spring to action...
Perception 21
DM Kathy Sunday January 13th, 2013 9:22:57 PM
Upon hearing the strange voice, Griffin is still and quiet, waiting to see what will happen. Ragnarök, too, is cautious at first.
Asteron reminds his friends of the trade goods he is carrying.
Faust and Yngvar reply in Draconic.
There seems to be releif in the reptilian voice when it answers in the same language Highlight to display spoiler: {"Yes, we would prefer to speak the language of the dragons."}
And then the kobolds come into the clearing. There are six of them, and they do match the description you've heard of the K'tthhykk tribe: mostly brown and yellow in coloration, without the crests of the fiercer kobolds you met earlier.
One of them says, in Draconic, Highlight to display spoiler: {"Yes, we put the sign there. This is not a safe place to camp, because the River God comes here sometimes. Also, we were curious about those who made the campsites, and about those who try to destroy them. Did you make the campsites?"} It seems to be the same voice that spoke before, but it's difficult to tell for sure.
[Reminder: although the shadows are stretching long, it is still late afternoon, and full daylight. Though you don't have much daylight left.]
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 13/13/10 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 d20+6=12 ; Sunday January 13th, 2013 10:54:30 PM
At the sight of the kobolds and verbal confirmation, Faust sights in relief, "Well, looks like these ARE the kolbolds we're looking for. They said that something known ad the 'River God' visits here sometimes and that's why we can't stay here, they also want to know if we're the ones who made the way stations.", he says to make sure the non-draconic speaking members know what is going on.
<"Answering your question...well, it wasn't us specifically who made these campsites, but we are somewhat related to them I supose...is there anything specific you wish to know?">, he says, looking around for a bit just to make sure nothing else is lurking around.
Perception to see if there's anything odd around (+6): 12 (darkvision)
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d20+10=21 ; Monday January 14th, 2013 12:42:04 AM
As the discussion goes on in this foreign language, Ragnarök shifts nervously from one feet to the other. Despite the fact that his friends seem to be at ease and the Kobolds appear to move into the clearing with no evidence of hostilities yet, the monk can't help but dislike the sounds of this Draconic speach... the hard consonants and sibilants... it sounds more like hissing or snake-like noise... the sj, ss, and sv. Sometimes it just sounds similar to a creature clearing its throat!
Hoping someone will translate all this at some point Ragnarök scans the surroundings but keeps a wary eye out on the Kobolds...
(perception 21)
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 d20+9=17 ; Monday January 14th, 2013 1:22:01 PM
Toregan eyes the river warily as Faust translates the kobolds. "Well that is definitely a good enough reason to move on. We could probably reach the next station before nightfall. Could you ask them if another group of people came here a few days ago? They might've seen Ellie and the others."
Perception (Focusing on the river)(+9): 17
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 d20=15 ; Monday January 14th, 2013 4:00:04 PM
Asteron thinks about their next step. "Maybe we should ask if we could camp with them, somewhere else. After all, contacting them is part of our mission, no?"
To Asteron, the kobolds seem to be possible allies in their fight against whoever, or whatever, wants to dispose of the trading post. "Maybe we could even ask to be allowed to present gifts to their leader. Not that I carry much, but the leader may like the concept of a taur offering him gifts..."
The minotaur is not an able diplomat, so he will let his shorter companions handle things. Still, he will give the best advice he can. - - - - - Perception [d20+6]: 21 -> is there anything unusual about the kobolds?
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 Monday January 14th, 2013 4:17:10 PM
While Faust continues to talk with the kobolds, Yngvar translates for the others. "Be at ease Rag, had these kobolds meant harm, they would not have posted a warning, from the looks of the other stations, we would probably have camped here tonight anyway."
<"We would like to talk and trade with you and your tribe. However, we do need a place where we can rest for the night, can you offer an alternative location?">
Griffin AC 18 CMD 17 HP 20/27 d20+8=22 ; Monday January 14th, 2013 6:27:23 PM
The normally chatty Griffin remains silent. She is studying the situation, and taking stock of there new found "friends" Perception 22
DM Kathy Monday January 14th, 2013 9:55:29 PM Ragnarök and Griffin remain quiet and alert, scanning the area. You both see some unusual-looking tracks over on one side of the waystation, near the river. Without closer inspection, you aren't sure what kind of tracks they may be.
Toregan speaks of heading further downriver. It probably would be full dark by the time you got to the next waystation, but it wouldn't be unreasonably late. It's a possibility, although making camp in the dark is never much fun. And, there's no guarantee that the next waystation hasn't been destroyed as well.
Asteron encourages his friends to befriend these new kobolds. He does not notice anything unusual about them.
Faust says your group is related to those who made the waystations, and asks if there is anything the kobolds want to know. The same kobold answers in Draconic: Highlight to display spoiler: {"Yes. What are the camps for? Why did you make them? And why do the others destroy them?"}
Yngvar asks if there is another place you could camp. The kobold hesitates, then replies in Draconic Highlight to display spoiler: {"Yes. We have a small campsite nearby; you can join us there. I am K'thyyryyk Ka of the K'tthhykk."}
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 13/13/10 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 Tuesday January 15th, 2013 10:19:24 AM
Faust smiles at how well the whole thing is going and when asked the question he replies: < "We build these campsites so anyone traveling through these woods have a decent place for rest ready for them. This is especially necessary if said traveler does not have decent enough wood striding skills, which is often the case with 'our' kind. Ergo, as we want others to come for various reasons, such as trade or supplies, we need those campsites to help them arrive.">
<"As to why someone might destroy them...to be honest, that is something we also would like to know, we're investigating it, you see, but my best guess is that whoever or whatever is doing that wants to isolate 'our' kind and/or scare us away from the jungle.">, he adds, scratching his chin.
<"That also leads me to another question: have any of you seen another group camped here or in the vicinity? Especially if there was a member that looks roughly like her...">, he says pointing to Griffin, <"...but with longer ears, though not as long as mine. Either that or have you seen anything unusual around these parts?">
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d20+9=16 ; d20+9=23 ; Tuesday January 15th, 2013 12:37:58 PM
Thankful Yngvar translated part of the conversation or at least clarified the intentions of the Kobolds, Ragnarök calms down a little. As he spots the unusual-looking tracks over to the side of the station he intends to go investigate. Yet not without paying his respect to the Kobolds. He makes a little bow as a sign of gratitude and goes to check the tracks...
As he does he tries to follow the conversation hoping to understand words here and there yet without success... When Faust scratches his chin and then points to Griffin the Monk chuckles and whispers to Griffin only for her to hear: "Dunno what they are saying but I think the Kobolds are interested in you lass... "
Next he turns his attention to the tracks... Perception 17 (needed to be a +10 instead) / Survival 23
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 d100=15 ; d100=8 ; d20=20 ; d20=15 ; d20=3 ; Tuesday January 15th, 2013 4:00:07 PM
Leaving Faust to do the diplomatic work, Asteron decides to join Ragnarök in looking at the tracks. At least that he should have a better chance at than trying to decipher what the kobolds are saying. - - - - - Perception [d20+6]: 26 Survival [d20+5]: 20 Knowledge(nature) [d20+7]: 10
Please forgive the d100's... got distracted for a bit :/
DM Kathy Tuesday January 15th, 2013 10:44:44 PM Ragnarök and Asteron examine the tracks. You can tell they came from a very large creature. The feet appear reptilian, and there is a distinctive tail drag. There are other drag marks, too, which are less clear.
Faust asks about other travelers. K'thyyryyk Ka answers in Draconic Highlight to display spoiler: {"No. You are the first we have seen since we started watching this camp."}
One of the other kobolds speaks up: Highlight to display spoiler: {"I did see a group, Ka. They went by the camp, on the river, but they did not stop. One of them did have the pointed ears."}
Ka nods. Highlight to display spoiler: {"So, if your friends came this way, they did not stop. Or, they camped before we arrived here. But come, we can discuss all of this at our camp."} In Common, he adds, "Come to our camp. Fire. Safe place. Come."
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 Wednesday January 16th, 2013 3:09:04 AM
Yngvar smiles and nods to the kobolds before turning to lead his mule from the raft. "Need to secure the raft for tomorrow."
Griffin AC 18 CMD 17 HP 20/27 Wednesday January 16th, 2013 8:57:08 AM
Not sure what is being said Griffin waits
Griffin Smiles when Ragnarok talks to him about liking her, and whispers back that works for me, it might work in our favour.
She then goes to give Yngvar a hand secure the raft
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d20+9=14 ; d20+10=13 ; Wednesday January 16th, 2013 3:06:11 PM "Whatever this was, it was big... ", Ragnarök says after inspecting the tracks.
He helps Yngvar securing the raft, double checks he hasn't left anything behind and then trails the group. Following behind he attempts to remember his way to find back the camp site. Yet darkness will soon make it difficult for the human monk to see where he's going...
Survival 14 / perception 13
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 Wednesday January 16th, 2013 4:25:45 PM "Agreed, master Ragnarök, agreed. And I would not like to be hit in the chest by such a tail... it must be massive to be dragged like that".
After checking the tracks, and wondering at what animal or monster could have made them, Asteron waits patiently until Faust finishes speaking to the kobolds. Then, as Ka the kobold invites the party to join them at their camp, he stretches lazily, shoulders his backpack, and waits until the raft is secured. He would have helped, were it not that Yngvar and Griffin are already at it.
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 13/13/10 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 Wednesday January 16th, 2013 7:04:43 PM
Faust follows suit of Yngvar and joyfully nods in agreement, turning to the others to fill them in as they start to walk: "Ok, it looks like one of them has seen another group passing by through the river, they did not stop, judging from the other camp's state, I bet they were in a hurry, possibly being chased by something. Oh yeah, and said group had someone with pointy ears, it could be Ellie."
"...well...don't want to create false expectations, it could be just some other elf or half-elf...either way, said group might have some clues on what happened to the last way station.", he adds, getting ready to leave.
DM Kathy Wednesday January 16th, 2013 10:48:57 PM
The kobolds wait patiently as you gather your things, secure your raft, and bank your fire. Then they lead the way out of the clearing and through the jungle.
You realize that you are following a track of sorts. A game trail, perhaps. Or perhaps, if the kobolds are to be believed, they have worn this trail checking the waystation for visitors.
After about a quarter-mile, you reach the kobolds' encampment. Several bedrolls are spread around a small campfire. A tarp of sorts, made of some kind of skins, is strung up nearby, offering a rather cramped shelter in case of rain.
All in all, as could be expected for a group of Small creatures, the campsite feels small and a little cramped. But the fire is going nicely, they appear to have ample firewood on hand, and apparently you are safe here from the "River God." Whatever that is.
"Our camp," says Ka in Common. "You stay here. Stay safe. We talk." In Draconic, he adds, Highlight to display spoiler: {"Be welcome in our camp.}"
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 Thursday January 17th, 2013 12:42:43 AM
Toregan, noting that the raft is being secured, continues to keep watch on the river. "I agree with you Faust. No matter what else, we should not let this place take more victims if we can help it." Toregan pauses for a moment bfore directing his speech towards Yngvar. "Do you think that the kobold who saved us is a member of this tribe? I would appreciate the opportunity to thank him for what he did."
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 13/13/10 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 d20+1=21 ; d20-1=13 ; d20+6=9 ; Thursday January 17th, 2013 1:05:47 PM
Once the lot arrives to the camp and Ka makes his welcome, <"We are grateful for your hospitality, mr. Ka.">
<"As I believe we've mentioned before, we actually had the intention of contacting your tribe and, as such, we have come prepared with some gifts to show our good will, hopefully your tribe will enjoy them.">, he says, trying to appear as friendly as drowly possible, while eyeing the campsite and trying to determine whether the Kobolds are as trustworthy as they claim to be.
He also tries to determine the overall technological level of the campsite, but this level of multi-tasking proves to be too much for the drow, as he can barely read Ka's expressions due to his complete lack of experience in interacting with kobolds.
To avoid an awkward pause, he quickly signs to Asteron to come close and says, <"Worl..."> "Ahem, Worldtraveler, bring in the gifts you're carrying, I'll retrieving the ones I have here.", he says shuffling through his bag, retrieving one of each item Gazzy gave him (Alchemical Grease, Sneezing Powder, Liquid Ice, Thunderstone, Tanglefoot Bag, Tindertwig and Smokestick), <"Not sure if you guys already know alchemy, but even so, these items are always useful!">
Diplomacy to be very friendly (+1): 21 (natural 20!) Sense Motive to read Ka's mood/reactions (-1): 13 Perception to check the camp and determine overall condition, technological level, etc (+6): 9
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d20+7=22 ; Thursday January 17th, 2013 3:04:37 PM
Oblivious to what is being said Ragnarök remains in the rear of the group observing the Kobold Camp mainly keeping an eye on the rest of the Kobold tribe rather than the ones his friends are interacting with. Not speaking their language does not keep the Monk from understanding some of their behaviour...
(sense motive 22)
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d100=80 ; Thursday January 17th, 2013 3:06:30 PM
Cold wave washing over Belgium atm! 4 days -0°C in a row day and night. Not that common over here :-) Looks like it ain't over yet. This morning a -12°C. Can't remember the last time we had such low temperatures! FUN!!
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 Thursday January 17th, 2013 5:01:03 PM
At Faust's prodding, Asteron rummages through his backpack, getting two polished agates and three shiny pieces of blue quartz. He then moves closer slowly, and ceremoniously kneels and extends his right hand, palm upturned, with the five stones on it. The kneeling is more to be on the same level with the kobold than anything else, but it is also a bodily pose that is very difficult to construe as threatening. - - - - - @StevenVdB: Yikes! And here I was complaining that here it has been around 15, windy and drizzly...
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 Thursday January 17th, 2013 9:27:23 PM
Once they get to the kobolds camp, Yngvar gets his mule settled down with some feed and water before pulling the saddle bags off.
<I too have some gifts and trade offers for you, in the interests of peace, fellowship, and friendship.">
DM Kathy Thursday January 17th, 2013 11:19:00 PM Toregan watches the river until the group leaves with the kobolds, but sees nothing out of the ordinary.
Ragnarök watches the kobolds. They seem somewhat relieved to be back at their camp, curious about you, and--happy?--that the were able to speak with you. You see nothing to cause you concern.
Faust offers words of friendship to the kobolds, then he, Asteron, and Yngvar bring out various trade goods to offer as gifts.
Ka looks at what you offer, but does not reach out for anything. "Thank you," he says in his halting Common. "The K'tthhykk want....friends. We--" he gestures to the small group of kobolds. "We are--young kobolds. We do as old kobolds say. Old kobolds say--" He gives up, shakes his head, and continues in Draconic: Highlight to display spoiler: {"Our tribe's elders are interested in those who made the camps, and those who use them. They are interested in trade. These things--"} he gestures toward the offered goods, Highlight to display spoiler: {"--are very fine, but those who destroy the camps offer us things as well. The elders say, shiny things are not proof of friendship."} He looks around at all of you. "You help us," he says in Common. "You help us kill the River God."
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 Friday January 18th, 2013 10:21:06 AM I apoligize for my poor posting, had to move in to my campus on sunday and i'm still getting used to my schedule at the moment. My posting should improve by next week.
Toregan keep a quiet watch on the area as the kobolds lead them to their camp. When Ka begins to speak, he listens quitely, at least until he switches over to his native tongue. However, his eyes widen when Ka announces that they were to kill the so called River God. "While I don't doubt the River God needs to die, if not only to protect the waystation, but to also protect our new friends, how will we hunt it? At night, many of us cannot see without light, and that seems to be its favored time to hunt. I cannot track it to its lair since its tracks disappear into the river."
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 13/13/10 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 Friday January 18th, 2013 12:08:40 PM
Faust answers to Toregan, "Well...I suppose slaying this 'River God' is part of our duty...as you said, if not for something else, for the safety of the waystations and potential travelers...and I do have a rough plan on how to deal with this so called 'god'"
Then back to Ka, <"We accept the mission, can any of you fill us in with any information about this 'River God'? Such as if it's an intelligent being, how big it is and overall habits? Anything will be much better than nothing, and will help us immensely in developing a plan to get rid of it...just hope it's not a dragon.">
<"I will, however, throw in a clause of our own: once it is slain, your tribe will aid us in tracking whoever or whatever it is that destroyed our camp sites, deal?">, he says with a smug, not really considering that Ka will reject the deal.
He remains near Ka, but mostly turns to Toregan to mention his plan: "As you know, I can see in the dark...sure, I'm not as great at that as those born underground, but I can see a bit over 50ft in the darkness just fine, ergo, I can see the 'god' approaching and once it's in range, we light the area with couple of these...", he says, taking a ring from his pocket with an odd flickering flame that seems to float less than an inch above the ring but produces no heat.
"They're a bit expensive to make as they require some ruby dust, but seem to fit our situation nicely: we make another one or two of them and keep them away from view inside our bags, once I give the signal, you guys take them out for automatic lighting."
"What you think? Not a full plan, but should address the lighting issue. And if we cannot make extras, we'll have to make-do with this one ring, will be trickier, but I think it can be pulled off."
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple Friday January 18th, 2013 3:45:20 PM
On the one hand Ragnarök is pleased to sense the Kobolds don't appear to have any bad intentions... Happy to finally understand what they are saying he listens intently... then he looses track as some more gibberish is being added... yet the final sentence gives the monk goosebumps... "Kill the River God"
Crap...
First Rag refuses to believe in something that is named a River God... there's no such thing. Just probably a bad tempered lizard that grew too fat and that needs to be thought some manners.
Second going out in the dark with aid of a few tiny flames doesn't appeal to the Monk either... but he figures the thing only comes out at night.
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 Saturday January 19th, 2013 10:44:03 PM
Yngvar nods, <"What he said."> to the others Yngvar translates the conversation between Rag and the kobold. "I'm guessing this 'River God' is going to be a thorn in our sides as well as theirs.
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 Sunday January 20th, 2013 10:20:19 PM "Well, if this god has been destroying the encampments, we will have to face it at some point... might as well do it on our terms and not in his/hers/its, no?"
Asteron things for a moment and then adds, slowly talking to Ka in common: "you said help you kill the river god. Does that mean that you will face it at our side then?" And then, with a glint in his eye, he added: "that would impress the old kobolds, no?"
The answer to his question should give the party a measure of the Kobolds' trustworthiness.
DM Kathy Sunday January 20th, 2013 11:52:49 PM Toregan and Ragnarök have some understandable concerns about taking on this thing--whatever it is--at night.
Faust asks about the River God. Ka answers in Draconic: Highlight to display spoiler: {"It's not really a god."} His voice is a little uncertain.
Highlight to display spoiler: {"Anyway, it's not one of our gods,"} another kobold pipes up.
Highlight to display spoiler: {"It's not a god at all. We're pretty sure. Probably."} says a third.
Ka switches to Common. He seems to be trying to include the whole party in the information he's sharing. "The River God is a--sskuthssyrrh?" He looks to the Draconic-speaking members of the party, one of whom (presumably) supplies him with the right word. "A croc-o-dile," Ka says carefully. "The River God is a croc-o-dile, but not normal croc-o-dile. Not slow and stupid. And very big."
Faust asks about the creature's intelligence. "Not smart," Ka says. "Not dumb like normal croc-o-dile, but not smart like kobold. Smart like wolf, maybe?"
Faust and Toregan express doubts about hunting in the dark. "No need for dark. We go at dawn. River God still slow from night, and humans can see good."
Asteron speculates that the River God is responsible for destroying the camps. "No," says Ka. "That is other humans. And trees. But we talk about that later."
Asteron also asks if the kobolds will be coming along. "Yes," says Ka. "We come with spears. We all destroy River God together. Then we all go to village, talk to old kobolds. Yes?"
[OOC: I think I got everybody's question, but if I missed anything, please accept my apologies and ask again. :) ]
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple Monday January 21st, 2013 2:00:15 PM
Wondering if they will go out on the croc-hunt at night Rag keeps aside knowing his more clever friends will ensure everything needed for a good and successful hunt. Meanwhile the Monk's considering if they would manage to tame the beast rather than kill it...
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 Monday January 21st, 2013 2:47:50 PM "So, how do you take out a giant crocodile that is smarter than the average?" Settling down with his back to a tree, Yngvar fixes himself dinner while thinking about possible approaches.
"Personally, unless the kobold's know where it lairs, we may need to spend some time stacking out the river. Preferably from the trees or anywhere else out of its reach."
Yngvar also offers to take first watch for the evenings.
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 13/13/10 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 Monday January 21st, 2013 2:54:12 PM "Hmmm...sure is better than some sort of water dragon."
"Let's draft an attack plan, eat something and head to bed, I believe mr. Hefnd here will agree with me, but we both are that much more useful with a full and customized list of prepared spells, otherwise we're not much more than bad archers and for that we need our little beauty sleep.", he says as he takes his spell book out of his bag and starts to read the spells in it.
He remains silent for couple minutes, then something apparently occurs to him and he asks the kobolds: <"There's only one River God, correct? No chance of it having a companion, right? Also, does it hunt solo or is some sort of 'crocodile king'?">
"Regardless...here is what I can do to it...I can attempt to bind it in place while we damage it from afar...be warned though that the spell also makes it harder to see the target. Then, even though it preys at night, it hides in bright light, so it's likely that it relies, at least partially, on sight, so I can attempt to blind it, should give us an edge."
"Other than that, I can repeatedly try to kill it with fire and arcane energy. And that is it.", he says while pouting and thinking on how to conduct everything.
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 Monday January 21st, 2013 5:58:31 PM
Toregan also makes a small area for his bedroll before helping with the food. "A croc that is smart is like dealing with one of those raptors we've been attacked by. We just need to be careful about attacking it up close. In any event, preventing it from getting into the water is very important. If it gets into the river. it could run away and return later." Toregan offers to take the second shift of the watch for the night.
DM Kathy Monday January 21st, 2013 11:06:07 PM
The group considers strategy.
Ragnarök wonders if the beast could be tamed rather than destroyed. It's an interesting question, but it seems unlikely the kobolds would agree to try.
Yngvar recommends ranged attacks, although Toregan points out that the group somehow needs to keep the creature from going into the water.
Faust suggests a good night's sleep and a review of spells. He also has a few questions for Ka.
"There is one River God," Ka confirms in Common. "He hunts alone." After a couple of false starts, he gives up and explains in Draconic: Highlight to display spoiler: { "We know, in general, where his lair is. It is not far from here. It shouldn't take too long for the trackers to find him."}
You set watches for the night. The kobolds will assist with keeping watch, though they make sure you all understand that only Ka speaks Common.
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 Monday January 21st, 2013 11:49:05 PM
Asteron takes his assigned watch, finding it amusing that he stands guard at the side of a kobold who weighs less than a tenth of what he weighs. If he were to inadvertently fall on the kobold, the taur might squish the poor creature to death.
His thoughts well concealed, he allows himself the briefest of smiles. The kobold is his ally, at least for the time being, so he will do his utmost to protect the draconic speaker.
Griffin AC 18 CMD 17 HP 20/27 Tuesday January 22nd, 2013 9:43:19 AM
OOC Still sick and looking for a sub sorry about missing posts
Griffin adds i have a few traps that we can use ? if we find a well know trail for this thing we can lay them out to ensnare the beast ....
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple Tuesday January 22nd, 2013 12:33:23 PM "He hunts alone... what if the 'she' croc and her offspring are hiding in their lair?! Are these creatures the family type?!! Why then would we break this family?? If it's food they require I'm sure there are other ways to come by some food for them no? Anyhow, I know you won't agree in trying to capture the poor creature... just considering...
But a mama croc protecting her offspring is likely to be as threatening as this one hunter."
Ragnarök agrees to take whatever watch is appointed to him.
During the night he watches the night sky... how clear the stars are... listening to the rustling and animal noises in the dangerous jungle somehow works calming to the Monk. How he would enjoy being able to see as clear at night as well as at daytime...
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 13/13/10 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 Tuesday January 22nd, 2013 4:01:32 PM
Faust begins to make preparations for a good night's sleep, volunteering for last watch before dawn if needed. As he does this, he answers to Griffin, "Traps are useful...how long does it take for you to set them up? We can use them either to prevent the croc from going back into the water or attempt to lure it on a trapfield, that plus the spell I mentioned earlier and we can snipe it from absolute safety."
When Ragnarök voices his concern, he answers, "Won't lie...sure would be interesting to capture this 'River God', might be an unknown species, or maybe an unique magical beast. Though my reasons for doing so are considerably less noble and more pragmatical. Still, even if it is just a female crocodile providing for her offspring, doesn't make it any less dangerous or mean that it is not an issue."
"I can see where you are coming from, but I doubt we have the manpower needed to move a large crocodile without injures on our end, let alone have a proper place to place it so both parties are happy. Don't take this the wrong way but...it's either us or it. Can't argue with animals...and sometimes not even with sentient beings."
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 Tuesday January 22nd, 2013 4:38:18 PM "Aye, master Faust. Sometimes even the noblest of races show what stubbornness is. I side with you on this one. With all due reluctance, I see no other way but to kill the creature." The taur's voice is calm, but it is tinged with sadness. "I wish there was another way but, unless one of us can control beasts like our mysterious opponents, we will have to make do with what we had and, from what I have seen, what we have is plenty of destructive power of one sort or another."
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 Tuesday January 22nd, 2013 7:49:24 PM
Toregan nods in agreement. "This River God has left us no other option. He has obviously proven himself a danger to any who stay at that station. Also, there is the potential that the same force that had the hyenas attack the post manipulates this crocodile." TOregan goes about his watch as normal, more or less content with their new allies.
DM Kathy Tuesday January 22nd, 2013 11:17:45 PM Griffin offers her services as trapmaker, which Faust expresses an interest in.
Ragnarök is still reluctant to kill unnecessarily, but Asteron and Toregan are reluctantly forced to agree with the kobolds. A predator like this "River God," so close to human and kobold habitation, can only spell trouble.
You watch throughout the night. The sounds of the jungle are all around you, including several that are difficult to identify. Your new kobold friends show no signs of alarm at any of the noises, however, and the night does pass without incident.
As the eastern sky begins to lighten, the kobolds prepare some kind of breakfast stew for themselves. You can't be sure, but you think one of the ingredients is bugs. They offer to share, but take no offense if you instead decide to cook your own breakfast.
It is not quite dawn when the kobolds douse their fire and begin leading you back toward the river.
[OOC: As a reminder, your characters have to be approved before you can participate in combat. So far, Yngvar, Ragnarök, and Faust have been approved. I haven't received a "done!" message from anybody else yet. If your character is ready to be reviewed, please let me know. Y'know, just in case there's a combat coming up or something. :) ]
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple Wednesday January 23rd, 2013 2:24:23 PM
Refreshed and well rested Ragnarök prepares to follow the Kobolds back to the river. But what's the plan??
"Should we not talk tactics before we leave?" he asks his friends hoping that the Draconic speaking ones will talk to the Kobolds to find out more about the plan.
Before leaving Rag digs up a Mage Armor potion and tucks it between his belt... given up the fact they are about to dance with some overgrown croc it might come in handy...
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 Wednesday January 23rd, 2013 5:30:56 PM
As Ragnarök mentions tactics, Asteron thinks a moment before answering. "Well, whatever form our combat with this 'god' takes, I guess I should take point. Not because I may or may not be better at combat than any of you, but because I will be a tad more difficult to be swept off my feet by that gigantic tail the creature seems to have." Asteron is stating the obvious, but he does not want to sound patronizing. "As for those of you who are better with missiles than at close combat, I suggest you fan out so as not to present a concentrated target to the beast"
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 Wednesday January 23rd, 2013 8:54:29 PM (Sorry, I thought i did say my character was complete. Well, in any case i'll formally submit it for checking now.)
Toregan nods in agreement. "Wise words Asteron. I'll keep to a distance, preferably with you between me and it."
DM Kathy Wednesday January 23rd, 2013 10:45:06 PM
You spend some time discussing strategy. It won't do to let this "River God" get the best of you.
The kobolds, alas, contribute little to the conversation. They have spears, and they are willing to jab the River God with them, but that's about as far as they've gotten.
[OOC: Go ahead and take some time to discuss strategy. You might want to take it to email so you are not limited by the "one post per day" rule.
Asteron is approved, and Toregan just needs a minor fix.]
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 13/13/10 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 Wednesday January 23rd, 2013 11:06:21 PM
Faust tries to be friendly and accepts some of the bug stew, but failing miserably to disguise his distaste for the flavor, though it at least didn't look poisonous. Still, the drow decides that leaving swiftly takes precedence over much else, so he casts prestidigitation at the stew to make it taste like beef stew and down it goes, doing his best to ignore the chunky bits.
He then grabs his spellbook and goes over his mind-notes to decide his spell allotment for the day, exchanging info on tactics, "While I agree that Worldtraveller has the best chance of wrestling that croc with relative safety. Still, you are not to engage it until we damage it enough from afar or if we fail to bind it in place to begin with. Regardless, I'll throw a spell your way to increase your size and make the fight more even."
He then turns to Ka, <"Does your tribe have good snipers? Otherwise you can engage it once Wordtraveller does.">
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 Thursday January 24th, 2013 2:12:48 AM "I believe that I am ready with my own spells for an engagement, though I would prefer to do so from a distance myself."
Yngvar declines the offer of stew, sticking to his own rations. "This is one time I wish I had reconsidered learning that growth spell, it would be of benefit to Asteron, were he twice his current size."
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple Thursday January 24th, 2013 3:41:32 PM "When the Woldtraveller goes in, so will I... hoping to be nimble enough to avoid most of his tail swings...with any luck I can knock it unconscious before... Yet compared to last screw-up ... I won't just rush headlong into the poor thing... "
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 Thursday January 24th, 2013 8:53:14 PM
ASteron accepts the bug stew, and gulps it down quickly. Not the tastiest of meals, but beggars can't be choosers. He even accepts a second serving if offered to him.
"Master Ragnarök, I am glad someone will be able to join me. Yet, I hold little hope that we will not have to kill the creature. May not be what we would prefer, but it may be what we need to do."
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 Friday January 25th, 2013 12:07:39 AM "It might be beneficial for Rag to get that growth spell as well. After all, he's been trained to fight in close with his foes. Enlarged, he might be a match for the croc."
DM Kathy Friday January 25th, 2013 12:30:01 AM Faust asks Ka whether the tribe has any good snipers. Ka replies in Draconic Highlight to display spoiler: {"Oh, yes, the tribe has some excellent snipers."} He looks a little abashed. Highlight to display spoiler: {"But we aren't them. That is, we're not snipers."}
You continue to discuss strategy as you break camp. The kobolds begin leading you back toward the river. The sky is light, but the sun not yet up, when they reach a spot on the river bank about 300 yards from the waystation. You see that they have some canoes tied up here, somewhat hidden under an overhanging bank.
"You get your boat," Ka says in Common. "Cross river; tie boat. We go on from there."
The river is quiet and calm. A light mist hovers just above the surface. You cross without incident, then Ka and the kobolds lead you a short way downriver. "We close," Ka whispers. "River God close to here. You find?"
Indeed, the trackers in your party can see the marks of the great croc--it's easier now that they know what they're looking for. You move cautiously now, following the tracks, as the sun comes up somewhere behind the jungle canopy. There is enough light to see--but will you see the River God before it sees you?
[OOC: I'd like some kind of marching order, including whether you want the kobolds in front, or in back, or scattered among you. Also, Perception and Stealth checks wouldn't go amiss. :) ]
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 d20+4=8 ; d20+5=14 ; Friday January 25th, 2013 2:55:13 AM
Yngvar finds himself spending more time looking at the tracks then looking for the cause of the tracks, though he does manage to avoid stepping on any dry branches. As a squishy, he prefers the middle of the group.
He also decides this is a good time to light up his mage armor.
Perc=8, Stealth=14
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d20+10=17 ; d20+9=18 ; d20+12=30 ; Friday January 25th, 2013 8:27:42 AM
As they walk Ragnarök answers Toregan's thinking: "While it might be beneficial indeed to be of Master Asteron's size I fear the enlarged me will be even less effective than I allready am... I will hit harder but less accurate and on top of that I will be more squishy. This bone structure does not come with the pack of muscle on Master Asteron..."
As they approach the site Ragnarök observes the tracks and the surroundings... as of here the Monk intends to dissapear and goes as stealthy as possible. He just hopes the armor wearing companions will attempt to do the same. He sniffs the air... does it float towards the lair?
Perception 17, Survival 18, Stealth 30
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 17/13/14 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 d20+6=14 ; d20+3=23 ; Friday January 25th, 2013 9:54:40 AM
Faust looks around, trying to make anything out of the lightened jungle, with its strong morning shadows, while feeling a slight pain on his nocturnal eyes whenever he ends up looking directly at the sun. He remains pretty much immobile, without making any unnecessary and uncharacteristic noise.
Noticing Yngvar casting his mage armor, he decides to follow suit and be ready, just in the unfortunate case the crocodile gets the jump on the group.
Perception (+6): 14 (darkvision) Stealth (+3): 23 (natural 20) Casting mage armor on self when Yngvar does, lasts for 4 hours.
[OOC: I vote for the kobolds to either be all over the place or hang on the back as if they're all killed or otherwise incapacitated we'll essentially fail the mission. My preference goes for all over the place as I believe that will grant more security for everyone involved as the croc is only one.]
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 d20=10 ; d20=15 ; d20=6 ; Friday January 25th, 2013 12:02:38 PM
Asteron decides to take the right wing, either alone, or with a kobold or two if they volunteer to join him. Furthermore, he keeps his sword at the ready, knowing a split second might make the difference between life and death, most probably his own. He also tries to keep some distance between himself and the others, as his size and armor will make it very difficult for him to be stealthy. Better, he thinks, that the river god focuses on him, and then the others might be able to surprise it from a flank. - - - - - Perception [d20+6]: 16 Survival [d20+5]: 20 Stealth: [d20-5]: 1
Griffin AC 18 CMD 17 HP 20/27 Friday January 25th, 2013 1:18:08 PM
OOC Still sick working on a post but i think my PC is good to go as well
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC20/19/15 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple Saturday January 26th, 2013 12:47:54 PM
Seeing how Asteron takes one flank and hearing how much noise he makes Ragnarök nods at him and takes the other flank... if at any chance the croc charges the Half-Orc Rag will be on top of the croc right away...
He takes the mage armor potion in his hands that he will quaff the moment the croc is within range or attacks.
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 d20+8=27 ; d20+11=22 ; d20+8=26 ; d20+11=17 ; d8+5=7 ; Saturday January 26th, 2013 2:48:43 PM
Toregan makes note of the surrounding jungle and keeps wary for the River God as he aids in tracking the beast. He tries to make himself as imperceptible as possible and stays closer to the rear of the group, longbow drawn and ready.
Perception (+8 or +10 for animals): 27 or 29 Survival (+10 for tracks): 28 Stealth (+11): 22
Readied action to fire at the River God or any other enormous crocodile we come across if it notices anyone in our group.
Attack w/Longbow (+11): 17 Damage (1d8+5): 7
(I agree with Pedro. The kobolds should be spread out so they can't all be targeted at the same time.)
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 Saturday January 26th, 2013 2:49:24 PM
[/i](Forgot to mention, fixed that little error on my sheet Kathy. I'm good to go.)[/i]
DM Kathy Sunday January 27th, 2013 10:31:35 PM
You sort yourself into a marching order and begin heading downriver. You try to spread out, but the terrain makes this a challenge. Only a few feet from the river, the jungle undergrowth becomes very dense and difficult to get through. Sticking to the more passable terrain close to the river puts you a bit closer together.
Ragnarök checks the wind direction, but there is almost no wind at this hour of the morning.
You do your best at moving stealthily; some of you succeed better than others. Still, no River God leaps out to attack you. Yet.
Here is the map. The blue is the river. The light green is passable jungle. The dark green is denser jungle; each square costs 10 feet of movement instead of 5. Each PC is identified with their initial. (Asteron is the only Large PC, yes?) The kobolds are "K", except for Ka, who is "Ka." I just noticed I had one too many kobolds, but I'd already made the PDF, so I'll fix that next time. If you don't like where your character is, let me know because there's time to move. :)
Holy Cow, are all of DM Kathy's maps this bad? Oh, no. No. Some are much worse.
Hey, maps aren't my strong suit.
Finally, Toregon and Ragnarök Highlight to display spoiler: { notice that there is an overhang at F-4 and F-5. Something very large is in underneath, and you can see slight movement.}
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC25/24/19 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d20+10=13 ; d20+12=17 ; Monday January 28th, 2013 1:58:26 AM
(Posting from BB so can't get a look at the map - trusting DM Kathy to have picked a good spot )
As the are approaching the lair Rag takes in the surroundings... Whispering he says : "The creature knows we are here and has spotted us I believe... See? There... (Rag points the place where he sees sething very large moving)... It could have snapped at us allready yet it does not... "
With that being said the Monk quaffs the mage armor potion he had between his belt.
Perception 13 - stealth 17
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 d20+5=25 ; d20+4=16 ; Monday January 28th, 2013 11:52:56 AM
Quietly mumbling Yngvar rubs a piece of wool between his fingers while directing his attention to some reeds near where Ragnarok pointed.
The sounds of a thrashing fish slowly grow louder, and though the reeds are not moving, the distress is evident.
Ghost Sound: DC 15 will to disbelieve
Stealth 25, Perception 16
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 17/13/14 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 d20+3=22 ; d20+6=16 ; Monday January 28th, 2013 2:48:08 PM
Faust remains as silent as possible, staying close to Asteron, ready to enlarge Asteron if the need for such presents itself before the group enters the thickness of the jungle, but will move with the others if it doesn't.
Stealth (+3): 22 Perception (+6): 16
Couldn't find in the rules (my fault tho, didn't have the time to make a full search), but is it possible to ready a full-round action and, if the condition isn't met still take a move action?
If yes, readying to cast Enlarge Person on Asteron if the river god shows up, moving with the group otherwise.
Similarly, acting on the assumption that the jungle is thick but still sparse enough for an enlarged Asteron can still move as freely as the unenlarged Asteron. If it is too thick or the readying is impossible, then Faust will just follow the group.
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 19/11/17 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 d20=5 ; Monday January 28th, 2013 3:44:37 PM
Asteron frowns. There is not enough space between the water and the jungle for him to pass without entering one of them, even if he is not enlarge. Water or jungle? His instincts, even though he was born in an island, are to enter the denser patch of jungle. So, he moves as carefully as possible, knowing that it will be impossible not to make noise. - - - - - Stealth [d20-5] = 0 Asteron, moving 30 ft (due to armor) should be able to advance all the way to H9/10-I9/10
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 d20+11=12 ; Monday January 28th, 2013 10:12:44 PM
Toregan keeps his eyes on the creature he's spotted and moves to the thick forest, hoping the added foliage will provide him with enough cover to hide. "Be wary. As Rag said, it has probably detected us."
Move to I16 Continue readying attack. Stealth if needed (+11): 12
Griffin AC 18 CMD 17 HP 20/27 d20+12=16 ; d20+9=16 ; d20+9=18 ; d20+1=9 ; Monday January 28th, 2013 10:36:12 PM
Griffin hearing sounds of a thrashing fish looks, She reaches to the quiver on her back and nocks a arrow t in her bow as the walk, ready for the attack that is coming
Holding attack Slealth 16 Perception 16 Will 9
Occ last last dice roll was mistake
DM Kathy Monday January 28th, 2013 10:44:48 PM Ragnarök tries to point out the lair to his companions, but it's difficult to spot. And it's difficult to describe. Rag's whispers of "that tussock of grass...no, that one...over....cross...toward the...." are not as helpful as he would like.
Yngvar casts a Ghost Sound and creates the sound of a yummy fish splashing in the river. Sadly, he cannot create the vibrations that usually accompany splashing fish, which may or may not be the reason the River God does not seem to respond.
Faust readies an action. [You cannot ready a full-round action, but you can ready to start casting.]
Asteron notes that your DM has created a map that is difficult for Large creatures. Bwa-ha-ha! I am an evil DM! He moves forward, cautiously, but not all that quietly.
Toregan moves and readies an attack.
Griffin, momentarily distracted by the splashing, holds her position.
The kobolds move cautiously forward.
Maybe it was Asteron's movement, or maybe it's just breakfast time. For whatever reason, the River God emerges.
And when the kobolds said it was big, they were not kidding!
Toregan looses an arrow, which flies and strikes true. It does damage, but it seems little more than a mosquito bite to the massive beast!
Faust begins casting.
The River God lets out a bellow. Its mighty tail lashes behind it.
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 17/09/15 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 16/17 d20=12 ; d6=5 ; d6=1 ; d6=2 ; Monday January 28th, 2013 11:31:07 PM
Asteron reacts without thinking. He moves diagonally to the right, entering the denser jungle fully, allowing the others the freedom of the narrow strip of lighter jungle even as he closes in on the monster. As he does, he lets the rage overtake him, knowing the battle will not be an easy one, and that dying is a very real possibility.
Then, with a roar, he attacks the river god with all his might. - - - - - Move to I8/9-J8/9 Attack [d20+11]: 23 (assuming monster is larger than large; otherwise 22) Damage [3d6+7]: 15
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 2d4+2=7 ; Tuesday January 29th, 2013 12:33:51 PM "Well that's certainly a pair of boots or two..." with some small amount of trepidition, Yngvar realizes that a creature that size can probably trample the lot of them fairly quickly, seeing as they have all lined themselves up rather nicely along the bank of the river.
"Eat magic!" and with a quick flick of a wrist a pair of balls of pure magical essence fly from his hand spinning around each other as they fly unerringly to slam into the hide of the croc.
After which Yngvar heads into the thicker jungle, looking for a large tree to climb, and hoping the thicker foilage looks less inviting to the 'river god.'
magic missile, dam: 7
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 17/13/14 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 Tuesday January 29th, 2013 2:54:07 PM
Faust finishes chanting the arcane words and stops with his hand signs, the last of which is a direct point at Asteron, a tiny ball of light emits from his finger and instantly flies to Asteron, making the big minotaur become even bigger, the sight is a bit diminished by the fact that he now just looks in proper scale with the river god, but still, it's a huge minotaur.
"Hope its meat tastes good...!", he taunts before following suit of Yngvar and entering the thick of the jungle, hoping to get out of a possible path of painful trampling as well as not look like a threat to the crocodile once he starts bombing.
Standard Action to finish casting Enlarge Person on Asteron, making his size grow to huge (duration 4 mins) Move Action to go to K14
[OOC: Sorry if I misunderstood how the casting of 1 round with a readied start casting works, thought of it as readying a standard and then requiring an extra move to finish casting]
---------------------- Spells in effect: Mage Armor on self (4 hours) Enlarge Person on Asteron (4 minutes)
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC25/24/19 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d20+12=27 ; d3=1 ; d20+12=25 ; Tuesday January 29th, 2013 3:51:01 PM
Checking his options Ragnarök realises his best options are to aid Asteron... the Half-Orc is tough and holds a great punch yet he's slightly easier to get hit... if there's one thing Rag can do... it's to try and divert the Croc's attention...
Digging deep into his Ki the Monk's feet move even faster than they allready do (spending 1 Ki point to move 20ft further - total move 60ft for a single move action)
Following the skirts of the water and the grass Ragnarök should be able to reach something like F7 - right in front of the 'River God'! That should get his attention and might avert a stampede over all the Kobolds in the back...
During his movement (through the AoO field of the Cro his AC is raised to 29)
In front of the Croc Rag has one action left... instead he makes a Full Defence stance raising his AC by 6 while doing so to AC31.
Waving his hands the Monk tries to avert the attention allowing Asteron to make mighty swings later...
(acrobatic rolls 27, 25 to avoid AoO's besides the increased AC)
Griffin AC 18 CMD 17 HP 20/27 d20+7=14 ; d20+7=17 ; d6=6 ; d6=5 ; Tuesday January 29th, 2013 9:53:50 PM
Griffin Looses the nocked arrow as grabs another arrow firing it as well at the river god hit ac 14/17 6/5 damage
DM Kathy d20+18=27 ; d20+4=20 ; d20+4=6 ; d6=2 ; d20+18=30 ; d20+13=29 ; Tuesday January 29th, 2013 11:16:52 PM Asteron steps forward and attacks! His blow hits the mighty croc, and does damage.
Yngvar sends a pair of Magic Missiles flying at the beast, and it takes more damage. [You said you moved, but you didn't say where, so I left you where you were.]
Faust finishes his spell, and Asteron is now huge! Faust re-locates. [You did that exactly right. :)]
Ragnarök digs deep and moves up. He does draw an attack from the River God, whose teeth close just behind the nimble monk. Once in position, Ragnarök turns all his attention to defense. [F7 is in the river, and there's a current, and I didn't want to do the math. :) If you want to be in the river, though, we'll think of something.]
Griffin fires two shots; the second one hits.
The kobolds surge forward. Most have to spend the round getting into position, but Ka and one other kobold are able to stab at the River God with their spears. Ka scores a hit.
The River God takes another bite at Ragnarök--another near miss! Ragnarök can actually smell the creature's fetid breath as its jaws close inches away. Enraged, the croc swings its tail at one of the kobolds, who goes down like a ton of bricks.
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC25/24/19 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d20+12=25 ; d20+12=17 ; d20+12=25 ; d20+12=13 ; Wednesday January 30th, 2013 2:14:25 PM "Domi protect us... Ka get back!!" Ragnarök grits between his teeth... twice the Monk barely escapes the deadly fangs of the 'River God'. As the jaws snap right next to him he understands that if he or anyone else gets caught between them... Diverting the Croc's attention to himself and thus allowing his friends to take careful aim still seems to be the best thing (besides getting the crap out of there) he can do.
Again, Ragnarök takes a full defensive stance (raise AC by 6 to 31) and on top of that he centers his Ki to provide an extra dodge bonus (another +4 to his AC to 35)... (3 Ki points left)
Currently dancing in front of the Croc at AC35...
"Here!! Hey!! I'm right here you big dummy!!"
As the Monk taunts the 'River God' he tumbles, turns and jumps in front of it... (Acrobatics 25, 17, 25, 13), waving his arms while hoping to dodge the deadly fangs and tail...
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 17/09/15 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 -- ENLARGED TO HUGE d20=10 ; Wednesday January 30th, 2013 8:10:44 PM
Asteron feels himself growing even bigger. He flexes his muscles, now seeing only blood red. Still, he forces himself to think, and moves deeper into the thick jungle, so that others can attack the giant crocodile too. - - - - - Move to J7/9-L7/9 Attack [d20+10]: 20 Damage: <do not know what the HUGE equivalent of LARGE 3d6+5 is>
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 d20+11=30 ; d8+5=11 ; Wednesday January 30th, 2013 8:20:55 PM
Coming to his senses after being thoroughly surprised at the sheer size of the crocodile, he nocks another arrow as he move closer to the behemoth. He fires an arrow at the creature, hopefully penetrating its thick hide.
Move to I14 Attack w/Longbow (+11): 30 Damage (1d8+5): 11
(I believe that your damage goes to 4d6 Jorge)
Griffin AC 18 CMD 17 HP 20/27 d20+7=23 ; d6=2 ; Wednesday January 30th, 2013 8:59:13 PM
Contines grabig another arrow nocks and fires at the croc hit ac 23 damage 2
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 17/13/14 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 d20+5=6 ; Wednesday January 30th, 2013 10:29:38 PM
Faust shuffles through the jungle to get in a position where the huge bovine won't block his view, once there, he moves his hands in patterns and chants some more of his arcane incantations.
"Fire come to my bidding and scorch my enemies until none is left...Scorching Ray!!", proudly says the drow while pointing at the river god as a ray of flaming red energy leaves the tip of his fingers and onto the direction of the monster, however the thick jungle messes badly with his aim and the ray fails to hit its designated target, causing the drow to blush and get embarrassed from all his pompous set-up.
Move action to go to M12 Standard to cast Scorching Ray (+5), hitting touch AC 6 (natural 1 - miss)
DM Kathy d20+4=7 ; d20+4=8 ; d20+3=14 ; d20+3=9 ; d20+3=22 ; d4=3 ; 4d6+6=18 ; d20+18=20 ; d20+13=26 ; 4d8+6=23 ; Thursday January 31st, 2013 12:23:59 AM Ragnarök continues to concentrate on his defense, while trying to be as annoying as possible to the River God.
Newly-huge Asteron lays the smack down on the River God. [I believe your new damage is 4d6+6. I rolled it this time, but I would prefer it if everybody rolled their own damage.]
Toregan and Griffin fire successful shots.
Faust is somewhat less successful with his Scorching Ray.
Ka and the other kobold jab with their spears, but neither can penetrate the crocodile's thick hide.
The three remaining kobolds stop where they are, and use their slings instead. One of them hits, but doesn't seem to do much damage.
Ragnarök seems to have gotten his wish--the River God bites at him again. This one isn't even close.
The tail swipes at Asteron, and hits! Asteron takes 23 points of damage
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 d20=17 ; 4d6=14 ; Thursday January 31st, 2013 12:29:34 AM moved into the jungle, say to j14
"Well that worked out, lets try fire!" Yngvar curls his middle and ring finger into his palm while extending his pinky and forefinger, firing a ray of fire at the croc.
Yngvar then moves further into the jungle to get around the croc (to k11).
scorching ray: hit ranged touch AC 17, dam 14
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC25/24/19 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple d20+8=20 ; d20+8=17 ; d20+8=12 ; d8+2=3 ; d8+2=8 ; Thursday January 31st, 2013 10:04:37 AM
As the Croc tail slams down hard on Asteron Ragnarök gets seriously worried... one more hit and the tank is down... basically this creature can crush most of the group in one well placed hit.
"Time to get this over with! All or nothing!!"
While still centring his Ki to provide a larger dodge bonus (AC25 + 4) Ragnarök lowers his defensive stance to release a Flurry of Blows. He jabs hard twice against the scaly head... Thanks to his Ki the Monk attacks act like Magic Weapons... (hits AC20 - dam 3 / hits AC17 dam 8 - didn't see attack roll appearing in the list so tapped too often hence the third roll - Total of 11 NON-LETHAL damage)
Currently standing in front of the Croc with AC29 but with only 2 Ki points left. This fight has got to be over soon!
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 17/09/15 -- CMD 21 -- HP 38/43 -- Rage 15/17 -- ENLARGED TO HUGE d20=9 ; d6=5 ; d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d6=6 ; Thursday January 31st, 2013 2:24:15 PM
Asteron feels the crunch of the massive tail against his chest. One more like that, and I will go down, he thinks, while concentrating in finding an opening so he can push his blade between the armored scales of the creature's skin. Let's see if I can hurt it more than it is hurting me... - - - - - To hit [d20+10]: 19 Damage [4d6+6]: 23
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 d20=17 ; 2d4=4 ; 2d4=5 ; Thursday January 31st, 2013 4:48:25 PM <"Don't be dead heroes, watch for others and let us handle the 'River God'!"> Yngvar shouts out in draconic after seeing one of the kobolds smeared like paste by the croc's tail.
With the jungle offering some slight protection, Yngvar continues towards the croc (J10) and swings another hand palm up cupping the air while whispering another incantation. As he completes the spell a ball of green fluid forms over his hand, hovering above his palm with whisps of smoke curling off it. Flicking his palm out to the croc the ball of acid speeds forward morphing into a green amorphous dart that flies off.
Acid dart, hit touch AC 17, damage 4, next round damage 5
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 17/13/14 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 Thursday January 31st, 2013 5:36:50 PM
Faust feels the pain the taur goes through and thinks of healing him...however the healing is neither guaranteed nor will it be potent enough to save him from even half another attack...he needs to layer defenses first.
He runs back through the jungle so he can see the monster through Asteron's arms, aiming his spell as he retrieves a small amount of spiderweb from his component pouch and smashes it with his fingers, chanting and making hand movements. "No one approach the RIver God too much nor touch the web, else you want to become entangled...!", he says in a commanding and serious tone, "Asteron, disengage for healing, Ragnarök, be at the ready to stop its movement may it not be entangled this very moment. The rest, take at it from afar."
Move action to J12 Standard to cast Web with the central point at H4 (using the jungle as anchor points), causing a 20ft radius spread of entangling magical web with edges at H2, J4, H6 and E4. If that's not a valid target, make it I4 instead (using the thick jungle).
The River God shall roll Reflex vs. a DC 17 or become grappled; even if it succeeds, the area is difficult terrain and requires an Escape Artist DC 17 per tile of movement or become grappled once again.
---------------------- Spells in effect: Mage Armor on self (4 hours) Enlarge Person on Asteron (4 minutes) Web centered at H4 (40 minutes)
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 d20+12=29 ; d8+6=11 ; Thursday January 31st, 2013 6:37:40 PM
Toregan moves up to the kobolds and fires again. "Keep that beast distracted for Asteron to get out!"
Move to I11 Attack w/Longbow (+12): 29 Damage (1d8+6): 11
Griffin AC 18 CMD 17 HP 20/27 d20+7=9 ; Thursday January 31st, 2013 9:42:13 PM
Griffin cringes as her friend get pounded with the tail but other the kill this thing she can help so she fires her bow again Hit AC 9
DM Kathy d20+4=11 ; d20+4=6 ; d20+3=4 ; d20+3=21 ; d20+3=21 ; Friday February 1st, 2013 12:45:13 AM
[Last round] Yngvar moves up and casts a Scorching Ray, which hits and singes the mighty croc.
[This round] Yngvar steps up a little further and sends a glob of magical acid at the beast. It hits, and sizzles a little.
Ragnarök realizes that he needs to become a little more aggressive, or the River God will be the end of them! He hits it twice, doing non-lethal damage.
Asteron absolutely clobbers the croc, which is now starting to look very hurt.
Faust, concerned for his teammates and the kobolds, casts a Web to hold the River God in place.
Toregan fires again, and by now the blood is pouring out of the crocodile.
Griffin fires, but misses.
Ka and the other kobold jab at the River God with their spears, but their attacks are ineffective.
The other kobolds fire their slings again. Miraculously, two of them hit. Even more miraculously, the massive croc stops thrashing.
The River God has been slain.
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC25/24/19 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple Friday February 1st, 2013 11:26:33 AM
Seeing the crocodile going down causes Ragnarok to sink onto his knees as well... This was not needed. There should have been a way to avoid slaying this creature. Rag attempts to verify if the monster is indeed dead or if the Non-Lethal damage he did was enough to keep it alive yet unconscious... Quickly he also scans the surroundings to see if there could be any other crocs great or small lurking in the jungle or the water.
The Monk's head hurts... He' been digging deep into his inner self to avoid getting smashed to pieces. Next to him Rag spots the mutilated remains of the Kobolds that died. On he knees he crawls over to the nearest Kobold body and cradles the little thing. Blood drips from the poor fellow and drenches Rag's clothes while he whispers...
"You died bravely - now sleep well and dream pleasant dreams for all eternity." Expecting the other Kobolds to come and claim their dead kin Ragnarok just sits and waits eyes closed trying to find his inner peace.
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 17/09/15 -- CMD 21 -- HP 15/43 -- Rage 15/17 -- ENLARGED TO HUGE Friday February 1st, 2013 11:31:06 AM
Asteron lets the rage subside. He is spent, and seriously hurt, but he is miraculously alive. Even more astonishingly, the huge crocodile is now dead.
"Master Ka, who would have thought? You and your troop may now call yourselves the Killers of the Rived God. No elder of your tribe will look down upon you now... or ever! My condolences on your slain comrade, though. A real shame to lose a friend."
The huge minotaur uses his enormous sword for support. One more hit from that tail, or one bite from that huge maw, and he would have been gone too.
"Does anyone care to see if the skin of that beast can be salvaged? I think that it would make a great decoration for the meeting place of the kobold tribe. And if there are no objections, I want to slit its belly open, just to make sure one of your friends was not eaten my the monster." Gruesome words, but the thought seemed valid to the minotaur.
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 Friday February 1st, 2013 12:06:47 PM
Yngvar smiles with the demise of this super predator, now maybe the water ways would be a little safer. Though it was unfortunate that such an extreme act was necessary. <"I agree Master Ka, without you and your fellows, this creature would have continued to be a detriment to travel along the river. Let us now make sure it's body is not wasted.">
Looking at the large body Yngvar can't help exclaiming to his comrades, "I'm thinking of some boots myself, maybe a hat. Those teeth will make some nice decorative daggers... Should be enough meat to keep us going for a while too."
"I can certainly help with making something from the parts, but my butchering skills are a bit lacking. Who wants to get started on dismantling this?"
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 17/13/14 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 d20+7=25 ; d8+1=2 ; Friday February 1st, 2013 1:26:54 PM
Faust gets out of the thick jungle so he can stop being mosquito feed and ends his web spell so everyone can take a proper look at the crocodile, but keeping the hugefication of Asteron as it might be of use to dismantle that montrous creature.
Seeing Ragnarök feel sorry for the beast, he approaches to comfort his comrade, at least to the best of the ability of the drow, "Fret not mr. Scarecrow...it was a dangerous creature and we didn't have much choice. Still, now that it is slain we have to ensure that the ultimate sacrifices made today were not in vain and make good use of the ingredients this victory has blessed us with."
"Ergo, I say we feast a champion's feast with the god's meat, make useful items out of its skin and bones and study whatever else if of no use. Although sorrowful, this was a victory, make no mistake and calls for celebration!", he says in a proud joyful tone, quickly adding in his normal tone and pattern, "As a side note, I'd like a tooth or claw as a personal trophy...but I prefer if someone else does the honors, I'm as good with a knife as I'd be with Worldtraveler's gigantic sword of impending doom.", he says, taking out his CLW wand to heal Asteron's injuries.
Use Magic Device to activate the wand (DC 20) (+7): 25, healign Asteron for an astonishing 2 HP.
---------------------- Spells in effect: Mage Armor on self (4 hours) Enlarge Person on Asteron (4 minutes)
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC25/24/19 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple Friday February 1st, 2013 4:00:32 PM
Rag looks up at Faust and nods... :"We did what we were supposed to do... I had hoped differently but this was the inevitable."
He looks at Asteron who towers high above, "Well fought master Asteron Worldtraveller... It's an honour to fight along side... well fought all of you" he says looking around.
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 d20+8=11 ; Sunday February 3rd, 2013 8:08:32 PM
Toregan puts away the arrow he had nocked once he was sure of the demise of the River God. He move up to the creature, taking out a black dagger and marveling at the size of the creature. "Indeed. Well fought everyone. Felling a dangerous beast like this will make for a fine tale. As for preparing it...." Toregan looks over the carcass, seemingly deep in thought. "I have no idea where to start. I've never prepared anything this large before. I will do my best, but it may take awhile." Looking to Ragnarok, he speaks quietly, "It is regrettable that this creature died, but without the aid of druids I doubt it we would've been able to spare it, should we have taken it alive." With that, Toregan begins the process of sectioning the hide, meat, and any other valuable parts of the croc.
Survival to prepare the River God's carcass (+8): 11
DM Kathy Sunday February 3rd, 2013 8:10:46 PM Ragnarök feels sorrow as the battle ends: sorrow for the slain kobold, and sorrow, too for the River God.
Looking closer, however, he can see that the massive croc is still breathing. It is not--quite--dead. But, as Faust points out, there's very little to be done with the creature. It cannot be allowed to stay on the river, snacking on kobolds and travelers at will. And with such a large creature, there are few alternatives.
Asteron and Yngvar are generous with their congratulations to the kobolds. Ka nods his appreciation, but says little. It is difficult to read kobolds' expressions, but they do not seem to be rejoicing. They gather around the still form of their fallen comrade, and begin gathering materials for a makeshift litter.
Do you finish off the River God and begin skinning it, or does anyone have an alternative solution?
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 17/09/15 -- CMD 21 -- HP 15/43 -- Rage 15/17 -- ENLARGED TO HUGE d20=10 ; d20=16 ; Monday February 4th, 2013 12:41:32 PM
Asteron decides to take matters into his own hands, and uses his massive sword to deliver a coup de grace to the massive reptilian. "I am sorry, beast, but there is no other way. It is you or us, and Imod chose us over you today." That did not make the task any more appealing. It was just... necessary.
The minotaur then unsheathes his dagger, and begins dressing the carcass. A task for more than one of the group, he thinks, as he begins looking for where to make the first cut. - - - - - Knowledge(nature) [d20+7]: 17 Survival [d20+5]: 21
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC25/24/19 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple Monday February 4th, 2013 3:32:21 PM
Upon seeing Asteron's intentions Ragnarök gasps...
"NOOOOO!!!"
Ragnarök hopes to stop Asteron from slaying the unconscious creature. The Monk considers such an act... Evil... There could have been other ways to ensure the creature would not harm others later. Ragnarök could have made a Mark of Justice so that the Croc would loose it's power should it ever again attempt to harm travellers... but it would have stayed alive.
Disgusted by Asteron's act and cruel dissection of the creature Ragnarök turns around and begins following the trail back to the Kobold camp.
(OoC : role playing the Walker theme here guys. I perfectly understand Asteron's actions. Just do be careful with Coup the Grace acts. By some DM's these are considered Evil and may cause you to get reprimanded but that depends from DM to DM. There have been frequent discussions on this theme on the Rules board - last one when I started questioning the Walker theme.)
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 d20-1=16 ; Monday February 4th, 2013 4:28:58 PM
Yngvar looks up as Ragnorak shouts out. "Rag, it is not an unjust death, the creature has been put out of its misery, and the creature will now be able to benefit many people instead of terrorizing them."
Watching the kobolds Yngvar addresses Ka, "<I do not know your traditions, where I come from we would honor the death of the River God by using the body beyond death. Are there any gifts of his body we may make to you?>"
Yngvar pulls his own dagger and joins Asteron, "Where do we start first? I'll follow your lead."
Survival, aid other:16, +2 to Asteron.
Griffin AC 18 CMD 17 HP 20/27 Monday February 4th, 2013 8:11:26 PM
With unease Griffin returns to the group after the battle, That was close, It did not look fun to be up close with this beast, is everyone ok ?? I am sorry for the lost of your warriors Master Ka" When the groups find that the creature is still alive and there is a debate at to what to do, she adds Why not relocate this creature ????
DM Kathy Monday February 4th, 2013 9:35:23 PM Asteron puts an end to the debate by putting an end to the River God.
Ragnarök is upset by this action, and Griffin, too, questions the wisdom of slaying the beast. But really, there was nothing else to do.
[OOC: I do not consider this an Evil act, and I would be very surprised if any DM would. A dire crocodile (which is what this was) has an Int score of 1. There's no way you could talk to this thing, or get it to agree not to eat people, or persuade it to go elsewhere; it wouldn't understand. Its size category is Gargantuan, meaning it weighs thousands of pounds, so relocating it would be problematic at best.]
Yngvar asks about the kobolds' customs for the crocodile. Ka replies in Draconic, Highlight to display spoiler: {"We should all divide the claws and teeth among us. It might be good to bring part of the hide back to the tribe as a gift. For the rest, you would honor us by making what use you can from it."}
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 17/13/14 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 d20+7=20 ; d8+1=5 ; d20+1=4 ; Monday February 4th, 2013 9:49:51 PM
Seeing the controversy of deciding the destiny of the beast, "Not that I'm against the idea, but how to move this massive beast? Even if Worldtraveller, as big as he currently is, were able to drag it, my spell lasts for a mere 4 minutes, even if both me and master Hefnd take turns into keeping Worldtraveller this big, it would still take days to cover a small amount of ground."
"Even if that was somehow taken care of...where to relocate it to...? I know I'm fairly new to the place, but seeing how closed off and inhospitable this whole jungle is, I seriously doubt even our contractor knows of a body of water big enough for the monster that is not currently being used in some fashion.", he says, activating the wand again for a second healing on Asteron.
Some of the taur's wounds close, but enough for the Drow's taste, so he fiddles and looks at the wand, as if it were a malfunctioning technological device before adding, "Also...last point I have in favor of slaying the river god...we are in this not only for ourselves, but also for the sake of the kobolds here. I don't know about their specific tribe, but I've read about many barbarian tribes where a hunt only has meaning if the target is actually slain, otherwise it spiritually or just traditionally means a failure as it's often a test of primal strength, spiritual meaning, hunt for resources or any mix of the previous."
He turns once again to Ragnarök as he walks away, trying to alleviate how heavy the monk feels about the outcome, "I do not know anything about your personal view of the world or the path you follow, Scarecrow, but kindness and mercy are concepts only sentient beings have and, while sparring a fleeing beast or a parent which is only providing for its offspring is indeed a commendable act, neglecting to get rid of an actual danger is not an act of mercy, as any of its future victims' families will tell you."
"Don't take it personally, I am not contesting your view, only asking for you to understand that the path of peace is quite possibly the hardest and cruelest road to follow, not only it is by default harder than violence, it will also constantly put you between a rock and a hard place, where no solution sounds or feels right. I envy your resolution to go forth with this, but I don't envy one bit the hardships you constantly go and will keep going through."
Use Magic Device to use CLW Wand (+7): 20, healing Asteron for 5 HP. Something (+1): 4...I really don't know why I rolled this for; was tired and it made sense when I clicked, but not anymore.
---------------------- Spells in effect: Mage Armor on self (4 hours) Enlarge Person on Asteron (4 minutes)
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 18/14/14 -- CMD 19 -- HP 29/29 Monday February 4th, 2013 10:52:21 PM Damn, thought I had more time to post. Sorry about that. I'll try to post earlier now.
Toregan assists Asteron in preparing the creature. Once that is done, he goes to the kobold camp and sits/stands next to Ragnarok. "Ragnarok, I won't pretend to try to understand how you feel about this. It's obvious that we have different thoughts on this matter." His eyes soften as he continues talking. "However, just as you, I lament the loss of this creature. At the same time, it was going to die eventually, either from age, or an even more powerful predator, as all things in the wilds do. By dying now, and by our hand, it provides us with supplies, removes the danger of us becoming its prey, and even guarantees a quicker and cleaner death than it would have received at the jaws of another beast. It would have been impossible to relocate it, seeing as it was far larger than any of us here, even Asteron with the growth spell on him! I hope you understand that while we do not regret our actions, we regret that we were forced to make them." With that, if the crestfallen monk has no response to this, Toregan will return to the group, and await the trek to the kobold's tribe. He also quietly points out, "While one of our purposes in coming out here was to make peace with the kobolds, we mustn't forget that our friend still may need our aid. Should the tribe elder not need anything of us, I suggest that we continue on quickly, before the trail goes cold."
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 17/09/15 -- CMD 21 -- HP 22/43 -- Rage 15/17 -- ENLARGED TO HUGE Tuesday February 5th, 2013 7:47:36 AM
Asteron silently focuses on the task at hand. Not that he enjoys it, as killing is not something he likes, only something that he does well. Using his dagger, he removes the beast's teeth and claws, setting all undamaged ones aside, for the kobolds and his companions to each take a share. He then goes on to remove the best pieces of hide trying to be as neat as possible, cutting the topside tough, scaled hide differently than the softer underbelly. Then he removes sections of the base of the tail, also piling them up to one side, as he has heard that is the best for eating.
Finally, and this with distaste, he opens the beast's digestive tract, looking for remains of his companions' friends, or any lead that could help them in their search. - - - - - OOC: - Rolls for nature and survival already made in previous post. - Added 7 HP for the two uses of Faust's CLW wand.
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 14{18}/14{18}/12{16} -- CMD 13 -- HP 25/25 Tuesday February 5th, 2013 1:38:50 PM
With the grisly task before him, Yngvar tries to keep out from under Asteron's prodigious feet while continuing to assist with the dismantling of the croc. "The kobolds want some of the teeth and claws, and some of the hide for the tribe, the rest is for us to make what we can with it. I'm thinking some boots and a nice waterproof cover for my spell book."
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC25/24/19 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple Tuesday February 5th, 2013 4:43:06 PM
Ragnarök listens to his friends talking into him. Even though he does not share their sentiment he does understand their reasoning... Later that day, when all are back in the camp the Walker tries to explain some of his beliefs. He does not want to impose his way yet takes pride in explaining.
"Can you defeat Evil without dealing Death?
Us Walkers are a nomadic folk... we have no such motives as wealth or prestige. According to the secret Lore of the Walkers, which has been passed down by word of mouth from one Walker to another over many centuries, the first Walkers were a group of six disciples of great Alemi himself while he was still mortal. The tradition has been passed on to this day.
We share the belief that one can grow closer to divine purity through the practice of peace, love and the mental discipline of the Path of Nonviolence. This however does not mean that we will not stand and fight! There's nothing we enjoy more than a good hand to hand combat or wrestling match... However we believe fighting is a way to prove the other that violence is not the way to righteousness... as such we only divert to non-lethal damage to living creatures.
Can a Demon be converted? Can an ignorant being be taught compassion? We believe every living creature... be it the foulest creature from the deepest darkness... the most vile murderer... the fiercest beast from this jungle... all have a reason to live and all have a chance to life.
Can one forgive the murderer of his brother... the one who killed his wife and kid... It takes pain and discipline to do so my friends... but through that endurance we seek enlightenment.
Forgive me should you feel I'm unfit for being with this group. This in essence is the reason why we usually travel alone. The Path of the Walker is a lonely road that goes on till the day we find our end... "
(OoC - Greatly enjoying this role-playing sequence friends!! Superb interaction with one another!!)
DM Kathy Tuesday February 5th, 2013 11:35:45 PM
You continue to discuss the moral implications of killing the croc, even as you cut it up.
Ka and his warriors each claim a claw and a few teeth, claiming a share for the slain warrior as well.
The River God was so massive that each of you can easily have as much of the hide as you want.
Ka advises that crocodile meat isn't very good, and advises you to leave it for the scavengers. Of course, it is up to you what you want to do.
Asteron opens up the creature's digestive tract. The smell is unbelievable. You see that the croc has been snacking on fish, and a few smallish mammals. Fortunately, you see no signs of your friends, or any kobolds.
Once you are ready, the kobolds put their fallen companion onto their litter and head back to their boat.
"Follow," says Ka. "We go to Auntie."
(Jorge) Asteron Worldtraveller AC 17/09/15 -- CMD 21 -- HP 22/43 -- Rage 15/17 -- ENLARGED TO HUGE Wednesday February 6th, 2013 8:16:42 AM
Asteron finishes his distasteful chore relieved. "No sign of your friends, which is good news." He smirks, "but I would not mind having a lengthy bath at a hot spring... I reek!"
He stands up, after getting his share of the teeth and claws and a largish piece of hide, and walks towards the barge. He does wash his hands and arms in the river before boarding. Then, he speaks again: "Ready whenever you are."
(Pedro) Faust Havler Tavir'e AC 17/13/14 -- CMD 14 -- HP 27/27 // Wolfgang AC 17/15/14 -- CMD 13 -- HP 13/13 Wednesday February 6th, 2013 10:28:10 AM "A shame the meat isn't good...it would've been a...meaningful...meal."
Faust as well collects his share of teeth, claw and hide, planning to use it to make a new coat as well as liking the idea of a spellbook cover.
As the group travel back to the boats, he waves his hands in some signs and instantly Asteron begins to shrink, back to his normal size, upon noticing that indeed it is the taur that is reeking, he mumbles some more arcane incantations followed by some more hand gestures, making his hand glow, which he proceeds to hover around Asteron, cleaning the taur of icky bits, which fall on the ground.
Once the taur is decently cleaned, he does the same with Toregan as he also should have some stinky crocodile guts on him.
Dismissing the Enlarge Person spell (supposing it hadn't expired yet) Casting Prestidigitation and using it to clean Asteron, not a full cleaning, just enough to make the taur not reek of crocodile insides.
---------------------- Spells in effect: Mage Armor on self (4 hours) Prestidigitation (1 hour)
(StevenVdB) Ragnarök HP 34/34 - AC25/24/19 / 24 vs AoO - CMD 24 / 26 vs Grapple Wednesday February 6th, 2013 3:09:26 PM
Not wearing any armor there isn't much use for Ragnarök to claim some of the croc's hide... that is... if he would even want to wear it. He does however make a request for one tooth. Not even Rag knows what he will do with it eventually... for now he just intends to keep it.
"Auntie?" Ragnarök asks the Draconic translators in the group... "Who's she?"
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