Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 Monday March 4th, 2013 6:53:40 PM
With the mood turned for a bit Devlin's gruff demeanor seems to return. Blasted annoying..... His voice trails off as he looks around the tent for what seems the first time. Blinking a few times he sends a mental command to Raeb on the outside of the tent for her to remain clam and wait. At the mention of their weapons he snorts a bit before saying. No one walks the paths through the Scab that we have ta show up unarmed. Were we given a proper invitation to this "festival" perhaps we would know the customs and courtesies. He looks at the remaining guard. Maybe you can fill us in on them ehh?
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip Monday March 4th, 2013 8:34:45 PM
Shinto shakes his head in disbelief. Ye came through te Scab wit outta ax!? Yer off ye bearded rocka me thinks lad; Shinto grips his ax with its head at the ground;
I think I'll let me brotha an othahs talk wiff yer Clan Lord. I'll keep me ax an Stand 'ere if ye don mind lad.
Shinto takes another drink of rum; holding the flask up to the guard; still offering a drink.
Take a drink'o Rum an Ye can tell us all bout 'tis festival while ye Lord talks wiff me friends eh? We're hea on deliverin message duty and 'avin a good ole' time at the Stone Festival! Be moren happy ter hear 'bout it's customs an rules, an History!
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Tuesday March 5th, 2013 8:11:26 AM
Bruagh continues to keep his eyes peeled.
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 Tuesday March 5th, 2013 12:39:46 PM
Shonti steps inside of the entranceway "Very well, I've no need for a weapon right now. I'll leave them here." The sorcerer tells the guard as he's unslinging his crossbow off of his shoulder, and setting down his pick from his belt loop. He lays them on the ground, and whenever the guard will take him, he walks in to see the Clan Lord.
When he's done unarming himself, "There, now I'm harmless lad, any more rules we need ter know about?"
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 Tuesday March 5th, 2013 1:15:50 PM
The masked dwarf keeps a tight grip on his bow with little intention of releasing it.
DM Jeff O Tuesday March 5th, 2013 3:49:29 PM
Looking around and listening, the celebration of the festival can be clearly heard. The barkers are calling out their wares and cheering erupts on occasion when a person wins a prize. The general murmur of the crowd fills the air, and the mood is joyful. The guards that you have seen inside the tent appear to be armed only with ceremonial weapons, but you can't be sure.
When he is asked about the festival, the dwarf looks at Devlin and squints his eyes. "Surely you are kidding me? You, the heroes of the Fhorge don't know about the stone festival? I don't believe you."
When Shinto repeats the request, the guard continues, "Ah, you really do not know, do you? Then please, allow me to help explain!"
"Ah, we dwarves had the idea for this festival, you know. I don't suppose any of those filthy elves tried to tell you this was the 'wood festival' or any such nonsense, did they? Well, if you hear about that, know that they'll just trying to take credit for our good works, of course. And don't get me started on those silly gnomes and halflings. I don't know how they manage to show up every year. This here be the Stone Festival, and it belong to the dwarves."
"But you do not need to know all that, I suppose. Did you see the collapsed entrance over on the far side of the plateau? Ah, maybe you did not. That be the old entrance to the Underdark. Centuries ago, the Drow elf came out from that entrance and made war on the Wold. Of course, we dwarves fought back and did a fine job of it. But since that entrance was on the border between the Culverwood and the Scab, the filthy Drow managed to infiltrate all around these parts. It wasn't until we had supernatural aid before that entrance was closed and the Drow were removed forever."
"Some say it was an elvish god that closed it; others say it was a dwarven god. But me, I thinks it was a demon/fae creature that collapsed it once and for all for good. But ach, these days it is no matter. We still have this celebration each year to celebrate that the Drow are not to be found in these parts because of that collapse. And yes, we allow the elves to attend the festival because, well, I suppose it helps us see that they aren't all bad. And to that end, this plateau is always a place of peace. Those who enter and join the festival all agree to put aside their differences for the time of the festival. No one brings weapons here, leastwise, no one ever seeks to use them while here. Even when there be a bit too much had to drink, it gets settled with fists and not axes."
"Each year the host is chosen and it alternates between the dwarves and the elves. This year, as you can see, we dwarves are the hosts. In fact, it's me own clan lord, Clan Lord Rockbreaker. Did you see the fine rock work on the way in? Our clan did that, and it is much more impressive than the feeble wood carvings the elves had last year. In fact, I bet the elf clan that hosts next year will try and imitate our carvings, but they'll just use the wood again, like they did last time. Amateurs, they are."
"But as I said, this be a place of peace, and there's no room for weapons, least of all in the throne room of the Clan Lord. So those that want to hold onto your weapons, I'll not be taking them from you, but you'll not be seeing the Clan Lord. And remember, during the festival, the clan lord is in charge up here. What he says goes, and everyone on the plateau is going to listen to him."
About that time, another guard appears and says, "The Clan Lord says that he is busy, but perhaps he will have time to see you later. He wants to know from where you come and under what orders."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP -8/44 Tuesday March 5th, 2013 4:19:31 PM
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Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) d20+5=21 ; Tuesday March 5th, 2013 6:15:25 PM Best be cleanin' the wax from your ears. We told ye we were here on orders from Clan Lord Huran Rockbreaker before ye went off to tell him we were here. I suggest you stop wasting our time, as well as your lord's, with all this going back and forth. He can make time for us, as our news is more important than any matters regarding running this festival
Terser is obviously becoming impatient with the guards giving them the runaround, and is trying to impress them enough to encourage them to cut through some of the red tape that comes from dealing with nobility.
Intimidate 21
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip d20-2=13 ; Tuesday March 5th, 2013 10:18:02 PM Don mattah if he sees us err not. Sams got the scroll, an hes still not showin up.
Shinto smiles and nods as the dwarf gives him the history lesson, Ya! Who cares who broke it. The gates crumbled an its time fer celebration. I like it lad.
Shinto looks around at the ground, and when Dernock begins talking Shinto grips the shaft of his ax tighter. He then steps to the side of the door way, he takes a long swig of rum and seems to ramble a bit; Ahhh, Snapdragon. Ill be a loner writin a book fer me lord. Gotter hurry now. Bluff:13 to use the above to speak in "code" to Sam, Sam, Snapdragon. Go alone and give the scroll to the clan lord. An hurry while the guards are distracted
Urval Torsten: AC23/13/17 - CMD17 - HP54/54 Wednesday March 6th, 2013 2:00:58 AM
Urval shrugs and removes his crossbow as well, he had no real need for weapons regardless.
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Wednesday March 6th, 2013 5:50:25 AM
Dernock scratches his beard then asks Well, is there any place t'stow 'em? We did cross the scab un-obscured so protection be at a premium an' this fine weapon... he bounces it on it's handle. served me in the Riddle port watch so I'm loath t'just leave it
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 d20=18 ; Wednesday March 6th, 2013 11:19:20 AM "I've got no need ter take my weapons ter see t'e Clan Lord. Jus' need ter speak with 'im. We'll only be takin' up a moment of his time, and it's rather important 'at we see him right away lad. A few o' us can leave our weapons here with t'e others, while we go in an' Talk ter Clan Lord Ironbane eh?"
Aid Another: 18 for Terser's Intimidate.
DM Jeff O Wednesday March 6th, 2013 2:03:10 PM
Terser yells at the guard, who cowers a bit. The guard stammers, "Of course, of course."
As they are still talking, another dwarf appears through the doorway and proclaims in a loud voice, "Indeed, the clan lord has an opening and will be able to see you now." He turns to the guards and reminds them, "Of course, no weapons are needed, nor permitted in the throne room." He turns and disappears quickly.
The guards indicate a flap to the side of the entrance room and say, "There is space there, behind that flap, where you can leave your weapons. They will be guarded, but there is little chance anyone would bother with them. If some of you wish to stay with them, you may."
Behind the flap is another small room of tent pieces with three benches. It looks like a waiting room.
OOC: Need to know who is staying with the weapons and who is removing their weapons and heading in to see the clan lord.
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Wednesday March 6th, 2013 2:34:04 PM I've done my bit to get you in, I hope the clan lord isn't so easily intimidated. I'll guard the weapons here, them elves have sticky fingers.
He stands off to the side where his companions stash their weapons, and gives the tent guards a demonstration on how a real dwarf guards that which is important.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP -9/44 Wednesday March 6th, 2013 3:06:56 PM
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Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 Wednesday March 6th, 2013 3:11:35 PM
Devlin nods to the guards and drops his club and other weapons on a bench. He straightens his clothing a bit the wooden armor clunking together quietly. Well, lets go talk ta the lord than ehh? He says before stepping into the tent proper.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Wednesday March 6th, 2013 6:22:45 PM
Bruagh lays his weapon down and goes in with Devlin.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP -9/44 Wednesday March 6th, 2013 6:57:43 PM
Ooc- Bruagh is self aware.
Zach R: Bruagh was posting from his phone.
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 Wednesday March 6th, 2013 8:12:06 PM
The Oathbreaker remains with Terser, one hand always on his bow. The masked dwarf takes a swig from his flask before keeping a silent watch over his allies' possessions.
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip Wednesday March 6th, 2013 11:23:31 PM
Shinto takes up the post next to Oathbreaker. Taking a sip of his own flask, he stands with his hands on the head of the shaft, the blade near his stomach and chest. Hands folded ontop he stands as if an actual guard of sorts. They cen handle talkin. Maybe once'is all done with we cen find a game a cards, er throwin axes.
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Thursday March 7th, 2013 6:31:45 AM Guess I'll go. Dernock comments uncertainly and lays down his axe.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 d20+10=20 ; Thursday March 7th, 2013 8:04:33 AM
The Bruagh looks around for any threats inside the tent.
Perception: 20
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 d20+2=12 ; Thursday March 7th, 2013 12:34:35 PM
Shonti follows into the tent flap off to the side "waiting room" and lays down his weapons on one of the benches. "Alright lads, we'll just be a few minutes." He says to the others that are staying behind, before going with Devlin, Braugh, and Dernock on through to the throne room. Once inside, Shonti takes a look around the room, taking note of all of the people he can see inside.
Perception:12
DM Jeff O d20+1=3 ; Thursday March 7th, 2013 2:18:58 PM
The group splits up the entranceway with Terser, Oathbreaker, and Shinto heading into the side room with the weapons. With a great clanking and clunking, the weapons from the others are unloaded and piled onto the ground. As the weapons are unloaded, the guards look at one another in wonder at the size and volume of weapons being placed down. Then Devlin, Bruagh, Dernock, and Shonti go with a guard further into the tent while the three wait with the weapons.
In the weapon room, the sound of the festivities can still be heard clearly. The two guards take up their former post, guarding the entrance further into the tent. They whisper to one another while glancing at the battle-hardened, heavily armed, and rather dirty group that has chosen to wait.
After walking through a couple different canvas tent hallways, the group enters what can only be described at the throne room. The tent room is large and the ceiling is high. There are crude decorations drawn on the inside of the tent, and there are a few stone carvings here and there. A large, powerful-looking dwarf sits on a small throne, clearly carved just for this festival. There are armed guards standing at various locations around the room, each eyeing the group very carefully. There are at least eight guards that can be seen. A dwarf scurries away from the clan lord and the clan lord looks up and says in an annoyed voice, "Yes? You come from Clan Lord Huran? What do you want with me?"
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP -10/44 Thursday March 7th, 2013 2:55:14 PM
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Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 d20+5=17 ; Thursday March 7th, 2013 4:57:55 PM "Shonti Zarbadium, Sir!" The masked dwarf steps out, introducing himself properly before going on. "We come here from Drakesmeade, sent by a messenger of Clan Lord Huran's to deliver to you a message. Along our short journey here through the Scab, a band of thieves attempted to steal the scroll from us at our camp for the night. This here," Shonti points over to the prisoner.
"Is one of the men responsible for the attempt, we thought we should bring him here for a proper judgement. As for the message, at the moment it is safe with a friend of ours who should be showing up shortly to the festival. I don't know what the letter says, but we were told that Clan Lord Huran will be attending the festival, just that he'd be late this year." Shonti pauses to hear what Ironbane has to say.
Diplomacy:17
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) d20+11=25 ; Thursday March 7th, 2013 6:17:06 PM
keepin watch...
perception 25
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 d20+10=12 ; d20+8=27 ; Thursday March 7th, 2013 10:25:47 PM
Dernock gives the Clapon lord the courtesy of a salute and stands to attention. he remains silent and let's Shonti deal with the official. In the mean time he glaces about wondering if anything than the expect joviality and rivalry with the elves is apparent among the dwarven nobles and guards of the temporary Court.
Sense Motive 12 Perception 27
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 d20+17=23 ; Thursday March 7th, 2013 10:56:18 PM
The Oathbreaker stares ahead silently, straining to hear what the guards in front of them are whispering about. (Perception: 23)
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 d20+7=22 ; Friday March 8th, 2013 12:13:25 AM
Devlin looks around the room and notices the stone carvings. He studies the rock for a few moments trying to discern where it came from. He nods as Shonti discusses the reason for the visit but is a bit apprehensive.
Well you're in it now. Here you are before the lord of this festival with a bloodied prisoner and nothing to show for it. Says the voice in his head.
Devlin scowls a bit and shakes his head. Once again you are nae helpin'. Unless you have some advice ta give on the matter I suggest ye keep quiet. Devlin sends back to the person in his head.
Know. Geography = 22 (To try and figure out where the stone comes from)
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Friday March 8th, 2013 6:49:01 AM
Bruagh does his best to mask his frustration. Sam was going to have a lot of explaining to do when... and if he ever showed up again. One does not just forsake his friends when things get tough. That is when they need to stick together. I thought I knew Sam better than this.
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip d20=20 ; Friday March 8th, 2013 1:40:19 PM
Shinto stand silently, listening to the guards whispers.
Perception: nat 20, 27
DM Jeff O Friday March 8th, 2013 2:56:57 PM In the throne room (Devlin, Bruagh, Dernock, Shonti):
Shonti addresses the Clan Lord, while Dernok stands at attention and salutes. Devlin glances at the rocks and notices that they seem to be common rocks from nearly anywhere in the Scab. They look like sandstone by their color, but because of the carvings, they look like rather hard sandstone. Meanwhile, Bruagh is lost in his own thoughts about Sam.
The Clan Lord stands up, red-faced, and says, "So, you freely admit that you are also messengers from Huran. I care not about your human prisoner, but for those who bring such a message, I have a special place for you." He yells out, "GUARDS!"
When he does, the guards around the room show their weapons and point them aggressively at the group. You are outnumbered at least two-to-one. The clan lord gestures towards a back entrance to the throne room and says, "Down there, for I shall deal with you later!"
In the waiting room (Terser, Oathbreaker, Shinto):
Terser watches carefully, but sees nothing out of place for a waiting room. Oathbreaker tries to listen in to the guards, but all he can hear is "Who..." and "where..." from them. Shinto also attempts to listen in on the guards, and he hears a little more, like, "look rather rough" and "wonder if they're criminals" and "Can you believe they've never been to the festival?"
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP -11/44 Friday March 8th, 2013 5:27:30 PM
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Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Friday March 8th, 2013 6:22:04 PM
Terser mutters under his breath to the others. of course we look rough, we travel the scab...these pathetic excuses for dwarves wouldn't know thieves until they robbed 'em blind and were long gone
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 d20-1=0 ; Friday March 8th, 2013 10:36:00 PM Whatever, I dun care fer yer silly 'clan infightin'', At least I be gettin' some sleep now. I just wanna ask though, Did Clan Lord Huran insult ya or somethin'? ya know like comment on that beard of your be a dead cat? 'cause we're rather be chasin' the heels o' some Drow necromancers that abducted mah friend's fiancée than get mixed up in this. We only said yes because he asked nicely. So what be yer charges? Dernock talks down on the jumped up clan lord in a patronising tone full of contempt.
Diplomacy 0
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 Friday March 8th, 2013 11:25:46 PM
As the weapons are pointed at the group Devlin slowly raises his hands. Apparently someone has not heard the adage "Don't shoot the messenger".He says gruffly. Listen we were just asked to bring a private message to you at this festival. We swore on our honor not ta open it and we upheld our honor. We protected this message from the beasts of The Scab itself and from brigands who would rather die than listen ta reason. We come here submitting ta the rules of this festival and you want ta throw us in a dungeon? Some host and leader you are bein', you judge us before you know our story. I don't see how this lot follows you ifin you treat everyone this way.[
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP -11/44 Friday March 8th, 2013 11:27:55 PM
Ooc- Oh snap, Dernock! The clan lord just got served!
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 d20+13=30 ; d20+12=28 Saturday March 9th, 2013 3:27:09 AM "Not. Going. To Happen. The way I see it, this is only going to end in one of two ways. Either I... and when I say I, that of course means me and my friends here, like I said, Either I walk out of here with your blessing, or I walk out of here over the corpses of your guards."
Bruagh pauses just a moment to let the threat set in.
"Now, your guards look like good, loyal dwarves, and I prefer saving my wrath for beings such as Duergar, Orcs, Giants, Demons, and Drow. I have never killed a Dwarf, but mark my words. Touch me or one of my men on our way out of here, and your guts will be smeared on my spikes here."
With that Bruagh turns around and begins walking towards the door they came in through. He is in no hurry as he does so, and walks with an air of authority as he turns to walk out the door. Bruagh hopes to blood will be spilt but knows there is little chance of that happening. Likewise, he refuses to be lead down into some dank hole to be slaughtered. As he is walking out if anyone moves to intercept him he will charge and Overrun trying his best to make it out the door and to his weapon.
Intimidate: 28 Readied Charge and Overrun: 30
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 d20+16=34 ; 5d4(4+1+2+1+3)=11 Saturday March 9th, 2013 7:12:51 PM "Well, ya see Fifur... Me brothas here don't see it bein' too good an idea fer us ter go wherever "down there" is... An I happen ter agree wit' 'em, see, we ain't much fer followin' orders tha's goin ter get us killed.. I don't s'pose ye realize exactly who we are, an' now, I really don't care much ter tell ya neither."
Shonti looks around the room to each guard in turn, his focus ends back on Ironbane. The sorcerer's eyes look cold behind his mask as he glares into Ironbane's, before giving the Clan Lord his first, and last warning. He takes a step backwards, towards the door they came in through.
"Now... We're gonna walk outta here. I suggest yer let us go without any trouble, 'less ya want yer tent here burnt ter ashes an' fulla dead bodies. I don't condone kilin' a dwarf, but I ain't about ter be threatened by none either."
The bone-faced dwarf lets Dernock, Devlin and Braugh go first, slowly backing up to the doorway behind them. He keeps his glare locked onto the Clan Lord, both hands out in front of him as he does so. Shonti is ready to start a big fire if any of the guards move to stop them. ======================================= OOC: Intimidate: 34... Walking slowly, and backwards towards the door. Facing Ironbane the whole time. Ready Action: Cast Burning Hands in the direction of the most possible number of targets (non-friendly). Trigger is any of the guards (Or Ironbane) coming within 10 ft. Burning Hands: 11 Fire Damage.
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 Saturday March 9th, 2013 9:07:45 PM
The masked dwarf lets out a heavy sigh. What is taking so long? Drop the message and leave. Unless that accursed gnome is still gone... he wonders to himself, adjusting his grip on the bow.
Urval Torsten: AC23/13/17 - CMD17 - HP54/54 Sunday March 10th, 2013 8:58:46 PM
Urval, having put his weapons aside with the rest of the group, followed the main group inside. At hearing the clan lord order them to the dungeons, he just shrugs. " If you seek to put yourself in the way of our group we shall do to you what we have done to all others. From what i've understood, usually it ends badly for those who do."
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip d20=8 ; Monday March 11th, 2013 12:54:53 AM
Shinto trys to hear more of the guards conversation but cant seem to focus. Instead he just takes another drink of rum.
DM Jeff O Monday March 11th, 2013 2:01:21 PM In the waiting room (Terser, Oathbreaker, Shinto):
A a couple of wandering minstrels pass by the outside of the tent and you can hear the music as you wait for the others to return.
In the throne room (Devlin, Bruagh, Dernok, Shonti, Urval):
Dernock lets the clan lord know what's on his mind while Devlin puts up his hands and stands his ground. Urval appears unconcerned. Meanwhile, Bruagh attempts to threaten the clan lord, but without any weapons and with the clan lord standing behind a group of heavily armed dwarves, the clan lord doesn't seem to be too concerned. Shonti and Bruagh start moving towards the exit, Shonti a bit more cautiously than Bruagh. Shonti spots one of the guards who looks nervously at the clan lord as Shonti's eyes meet his.
The clan lord points at Bruagh as he turns and calls out, "You have some nerve! You show up here with your friend and with a message that threatens me and my family, then you tell me what you will do in my own clan?!? No, I will not sit idly by while I am threatened!" He sits down as he continues, "But in the spirit of the Stone Festival, I will not attack you here. Know that I have seen you now, and should you walk out that door, you will make an unending enemy of all of Clan Ironbane. Oh, and your small friend who I already hold will be the one to bear the brunt of punishment for all of you."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP -12/44 Monday March 11th, 2013 2:38:04 PM
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Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Monday March 11th, 2013 2:41:31 PM
ooc: checking in until something happens. gotta love that marimba music..
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 d20+5=12 ; Monday March 11th, 2013 4:49:20 PM
Shonti stops backing towards the door, but keeps his gaze locked onto Ironbane. "We come here havin' never so much as heard o' t'is Stone Festival! We were asked ter deliver a message from one Clan Lord ter anotha, havin' never met, an' knowin' nothin' o' either o' the two o' ya's. Whatever bidness that message contained is between you, an' Clan Lord Rockbreaker. You say you have Sam eh? Then ask yerself this; what sense does it make ter take a wee little Gnome messenger for a threat an' torture 'im?"
He pauses for a moment to let the Clan Lord ponder over the wrongness of his own actions. The sorcerer then begins trying to reason with Clan Lord Ironbane
"Now, as I was sayin', We don't come here on direct orders from nobody. A courier sent from Clan Lord Rockbreaker came ter us in our home at Drakesmeade just afta we took it back from t'e Duerger. He asked us ter deliver 'is message for 'im, so he could get back ter 'is home an attend t'is festival wit' t'e rest o' 'is clan. Told us all about t'e Stone Festival, an how we should come an take some time off from killin' evil t'ings an huntin' down drow. Seemed like a good idea ter us, 'sides, how was we s'posed ter know what t'e letter said? We said we wouldn't open it, an' we didn't. No Dwarf in 'is right mind, or Gnome for t'at matta, would knowingly walk in 'ere askin permission ter deliver a threatenin' message ter someone in a position o' power such as yerself. Only a madman would so somethin' like 'at. Maybe we're mad fer tellin' ya how it's gonna be in yer own clan tent, but now we know you got our friend captive, I fer one ain't gonna be leavin here without 'im. Why don't ya release t'e Gnome ter us, an we can make t'is all go away, maybe even align ourselves wit' you an yours? Seems ter me now, t'at someone over in Clan Rockbreaker wants us all dead seein' as how we were asked ter deliver 'is threat ter you... Looks like we got ourselves a common enemy, an nothin makes allies better than a common enemy now does it? Give us our friend, it's in yer best interest Clan Lord Ironbane."
Shonti stops here, to allow Ironbane to consider his proposal. ============================ OOC: Diplomacy: 12
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 Monday March 11th, 2013 6:08:56 PM
The Oathbreaker kicks the dirt with his foot, quite bored. Better than explaining we don't have a message for the clan chief.
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 Monday March 11th, 2013 8:00:16 PM
Devlin nods as Shonti speaks. He tells the truth. We have no quarrel with you or yours, and anyone who would try ta set us against each other like this is only hopen' its weakens us both. He looks at the clan lord as he speaks. Let us talk this through, have your clerics read us for lies if you must. We mean no harm.
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip Monday March 11th, 2013 9:18:14 PM
Shinto kicks rocks and begins a horrible dance to the music. Stamping his feet and swingin his arms, takes another shot an begins creating his own words,
Grim...! GUARD! Nuffin in me way! Else we cut em down. 'Ere to save'a dah. Wiff Shinto an boys in town hey!
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Monday March 11th, 2013 10:34:37 PM
Bruagh stops with his back to the Clan Lord and lets him finish before calmly turning around. "I have some nerve?" The warrior cocks his head to the side and looks at Devlin with a bewildered smile.
"This pompous, self-entitled, silver-spooned pansy threatens a Dwarfkin, so named by a Stonewarden, with torture and punishment for delivering a message and yet, I am the one that has some nerve?"
Bruagh shakes his head before looking back to Ironbane.
"Where were you when when the ancient bridge near Riddleport was nearly completely destroyed by Duergar? Squabbling with your fellow Dwarves over some perceived ancient slight? What about when Riddleport itself was destroyed? Where were you when we were saving the Dwarven refugees from the pirates who attempted to enslave them? I saw you and your kind nowhere when we were coming to the aid of Dwarves. Maybe you can tell me where you were when DrakesMeades, an ancient stronghold that had belonged to Dwarves for centuries, fell to the Duergar? Better yet, where were you when my friends and I retook it?"
Bruagh's words now drip with venom. "Every step of the way my friends and I have sought to see our race united, under one banner, to see it Forged together as one to retake the Scab and our rightful place in it. And, you say I have some nerve. You must have some nerve to squabble among your people, as a petulant child, and claim the side of right. You act as an orc would, concerned only with war. I have some nerve?"
Bruagh calms for a moment. "Now let us talk, as Stonewarden to Clanlord. Bring my gnomish friend here and let us speak in a civil manner. Let us work together."
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 Tuesday March 12th, 2013 12:23:36 AM
Ooc: pompous, self-entitled, silver-spooned pansy!!?? Love it Zach! Lol
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 Tuesday March 12th, 2013 12:37:28 AM
The Oathbreaker tries his best not to smile as Shinto breaks into impromptu song, but his emotions betray him. "Is that to be our anthem now?"
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Tuesday March 12th, 2013 6:35:42 AM
Dernock couldn't have said it better and so frankly he doesn't. Instead he intersperses Bruagh's word with encouragement and support mainly through the occasional 'hear, hear' and perhaps a mumbled '....died for drakesmeade' towards the end.
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Tuesday March 12th, 2013 11:14:41 AM
The mood is contagious, and Terser cannot help but share a smile with Oathbreaker.
The words are coming right along, but the dance needs a bit o' work.
Urval Torsten: AC23/13/17 - CMD17 - HP54/54 Tuesday March 12th, 2013 2:13:41 PM
Urval smiles as well, letting the group handle the talking for now.
DM Jeff O Tuesday March 12th, 2013 3:36:59 PM In the waiting room (Terser, Oathbreaker, Shinto):
The music continues to play, sometimes getting louder, sometimes softer. You can hear the laughter of some little children at time, and the cheering of the occasional drunk-sounding dwarf as well.
In the throne room (Devlin, Bruagh, Dernok, Shonti, Urval):
Shonti and Bruagh lay into the clan lord, giving as much as they have been taking and more. Shonti requests the return of Sam. Devlin supports peace and finally Bruagh starts to calm after his blistering speech. The clan lord still stands and looks each dwarf straight in the eye and does not say a word for a moment. He says, "You were at Riddleport? And DrakesMeades? My clan lost some good warriors there." He looks down in thought and continues, "My clan has long fought with those from the Underdark, and our being appointed hosts of this festival shows that claim. I do not want war, I have never wanted war. I want to unite these lands, as you claim to, to bring favor back to all dwarves."
He pauses, the looks back up and continues, "But then, how are you to explain this message? The message claims that your group bears responsibility for my daughter. I have no quarrel with clan lord Huran. We are allies, he would not betray my trust. I saw the message, and the seal is good. The message claims that you were involved with the kidnapping of my daughter and you know where she can be found. Why would clan lord Huran tell me these things about you?" You see an almost hopeful look in his eyes as he finally asks, "Do you know where she can be found?"
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Tuesday March 12th, 2013 4:05:12 PM
Dernock facepalms "Aye, we might know of her kidnappers, both the Drow an' the Duergar seem t'fancy that sort o' thin' an' that never goes well but it does really depend on who she is. Ya might wanna steel yerself fer some grief. Dernock carefully phrases.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Tuesday March 12th, 2013 4:23:16 PM
Bruagh's demeanor visibly calms and he approaches the Clanlord with outstretched arms. "I lost someone as well, my... uh... my... Her name is Tahni. We were coming here in hopes of finding information about where she was taken as well."
"She was taken by Necromancers in league with demons. I would guess they also have something to do with the disappearance of your daughter. They were seeking Dwarven women from good stock."
"I now understand why you mistrusted us so... and I apologize for the things I said. I see that you are a dwarf of your word, and I am sorrow for the losses you suffered at Riddleport. Let us work together and find our Dwarven Maidens. The only thing I ask, is that before we continue, you bring the Dwarfkin Gnome, Sam, StonedragonMcFisticuffs to us and let us call in the rest of our party so that me all might be set at ease."
Bruagh reaches an outstretched hand to the Clanlord to grasp as a symbol of solidarity.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 d20+9=15 ; Tuesday March 12th, 2013 4:32:43 PM
Sam slowly opens the door leading back to the throne room. His crossbow trained forward. He sneaks quietly behind the clan lord and his guards. (stealth=15)
Although from hearing the last bit of conversation, the bard knows that his friends are there, he does not make eye contact as he quickly strafes around the clan lord. Now 10-15' in front of him, Sam keeps his crossbow trained on the dwarf. He jingles the jailor's keys with his free hand and then throws them at the clan lord's feet.
"You might want to free Wunus, the jailor. He let me out, gave me these keys, and then imprisoned himself. Not by his own will of course"
Sam lets any anger or embarrassment set in before continuing.
"You did a rather rash and stupid thing imprisoning me. I am an official of DrakesMeade." (pointing to his outfit) "I would almost be justified to put this magical dwarf's bane bolt through your stupid head! Believe me, I'm tempted!"
Sam's tone changes from being angry to exhausted. His crossbow is now slung over his shoulder.
"Why didn't you just ask me? You just assumed? I understand that you are worried about your daughter, Tali, but acting rashly is not going to get you anywhere. You disgust me. I'm through talking to you."
Sam slowly turns to the Grim Guard. His eyes stay trained on the ground. Shame is clearly painted on the gnome's face.
"I'm...sorry guys. I panicked. For the first time ever, I didn't feel that I belonged with you. I was always comfortable 'playing dwarf' without considering the sometimes violent and grisly...implications."
Sam pauses and finally drums up enough courage to look Bruagh in the eye.
"I won't forsake you again. I hope that you can find a way to trust me. I hope...you'll give me another chance."
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 Tuesday March 12th, 2013 7:23:57 PM
Devlin nods approvingly at Sam's rather stealthy appearance. Looks like I taught ye a few things after all. He says with a smile.
Devlin allows Bruagh to talk, he was always better at it. Taking a chance the Druid listens he tries to see the big picture from both sides. Once the formalities are out of the way he says. Perhaps we should sit down over a meal and discuss what both sides have found out. Perhaps one hold the key ta the others dilemma.
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip d20+7=12 ; d20+2=21 ; Tuesday March 12th, 2013 10:31:35 PM Maybe Sam cen help a bit ey? Whats takin em so long inside ye think? Shouldn've had much te talk 'bout wiffout Sam ye think.
Shinto trys to hear more than the music, but eventually gives up and continues to hum his Grim Guard tune while dancing, which slightly improves after another drink of rum.
Clap.. Clap.. Stomp.. Stomp.. a'one an'a two'afree an'afur. Swingin ax down, Shinto screams as he brings his ax over his head an into the ground,
Grim Guard's at ye DOOR!
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 Wednesday March 13th, 2013 12:53:31 AM
The masked dwarf shifts uncomfortably. "What do you think is going on in there?"
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 Wednesday March 13th, 2013 2:30:21 AM
Ooc: busy day, long night... Shonti post coming in the AM...
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Wednesday March 13th, 2013 8:41:57 AM
Bruagh is visibly relieved to see his Gnome friend free.
Urval Torsten: AC23/13/17 - CMD17 - HP54/54 Wednesday March 13th, 2013 1:42:14 PM
Urval ponders for a moment. "These messages you receive, are they often wrong, or do they often order you to kill the messengers? It seems that they should be treated with trepidation, and shouldn't be taken at face value. Any message that just says kill those who carry it seems to defeat the point of sending a message, why not just kill them when you give them the message?"
DM Jeff O Wednesday March 13th, 2013 2:07:35 PM
The clan lord looks up as Denock mentions the Drow. He replies, "No, I think not even they would do this. Sure, they would kill her, but not take her without telling me anything."
When Bruagh calms and speaks to the clan lord, he stands and grasps Bruagh's hand. "Indeed, I hope that we can work together."
When Sam appears, the clan lord does indeed look shocked. He sees the crossbow and his eyes flicker to the guards on both sides of him, who adjust their grips on their weapons, but do not move. He breathes a sigh of relief when Sam turns back to his friends and addresses them.
Finally, the clan lord sits back down. He addresses the group, "This is still no place for weapons, but I would that the rest of your group would join in, so I may tell my story. This is a place of peace." He gestures towards his guards who finally back down and relax their weapons. A few of them disappear into various folds in the tent. Two remain at the sides of the clan lord, but they are more relaxed and look more ornamental now. "Will the others of your group join us now? The weapons are not needed, and they will be protected by my clan."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Wednesday March 13th, 2013 2:35:03 PM "I'll get them. The Grim Guard has to plan a meeting with the other clan lord."
Sam walks out to the waiting room and finds the remaining members of the group. He keeps the interaction as short as the smaller group allows. (He won't ignore those who want to talk, but makes no effort to start a conversation)
"Hey...the clan lord will speak with us. You won't need your weapons."
Sam tosses his nearly useless crossbow in a pocket after unloading the magical bolt. He heads into the meeting with the others.
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 Wednesday March 13th, 2013 2:39:32 PM "Sam.. You don't need anotha chance me friend, we never gave up on ya lad, jus' worried a bit about ya... I'll go get the others an' have 'em come in an' talk wit' us all.."
Shonti walks calmly through the door, and back through the tents halls to the "waiting room." Upon walking through the flap, Shonti see's his brother dancing horribly, and humming an odd tune while the other two laughing and going along with his odd routine.
"Shinto, Oath, Terser... We need ya's in 'ere ter talk wit' us. Sam's 'ere too, an so far, by t'e sounds of it, we got alot ter talk about wit' Clan Lord Ironbane here... Lay yer weapons down 'ere brotha's an come wit' me now."
Shonti approaches the guards in the room. "Watch over our belongin's eh? Seem's we got some important bidness wit' Clan Lord Ironbane, an he needs us all inside ter talk it out."
When they're ready, Shonti will lead them all back into the Throne Room and speak up. "We're all 'ere, Clan Lord Ironbane. Perhaps we can continue our conversation now? Seems we've all got quite a bit ter discuss..."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Wednesday March 13th, 2013 2:45:30 PM
Sam nods to Shonti,"Thanks Shonti."
The gnome joins Shonti as they gather the rest of the Guard.
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Wednesday March 13th, 2013 4:34:15 PM
Terser breathes a sigh of relief that nothing untoward had happened to Sam. He catches him in a brief, but fierce hug. Don't ye go disappearing on us again, we worry. Then he sets his glaive carefully with the other weapons and heads to the interior on the assurance that everything is being handled diplomatically now.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Wednesday March 13th, 2013 8:42:27 PM "It won't happen again Terser. I promise."
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip Wednesday March 13th, 2013 10:32:05 PM
Seeing Sam walk into the room Shinto grins, Dont squeeze em to hard Terser. He might run way again. Hehe[b]
He takes a drink of rum an hesitates a moment before laying his precious ax up against the wall by Tersers glaive.
[B] Im notta monsser Sam, an I know now me cross'a line. Won' happen again lil buddy. Me word.
He follows the others, keeping at least one person behind him. =========== Walking into the room Shinto immediately sets his eyes on the guards weapons.
I say ye drop yer weapons. If we all friends 'ere an we don need me ax, 'en ye don need yers.
Shinto stays back near the entrance to the room, hardly stepping through the doorway.
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 Wednesday March 13th, 2013 10:50:38 PM
Devin waits for everyone to gather in the room. He listens as the Lord tells the story of his kidnapped daughter.
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 Wednesday March 13th, 2013 11:25:04 PM
The Oathbreaker's jaw drops as Sam strides into the tent. He sits in shocked silence for a few moments before slowly unstringing his bow, storing the bowstring in his pack and strapping the wood to his back. The masked dwarf leaves the tent last, drinking heavily from his flask. The archer stands at the back of the hall, not joining the rest of the squad in front of the clan lord.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Wednesday March 13th, 2013 11:36:49 PM
Sam nods to Oath and then addresses Shinto.
"I'm glad to hear that brother. I think I understand. You were just angry and frustrated. It's hard to think clearly when in that state. I feel bad for running. I was scared and also not thinking clearly.".
Sam joins the others in the throne room. He listens to the clan lord's situation, eager to learn of the Grim Guard's next target.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Thursday March 14th, 2013 8:26:43 AM
Bruagh waits patiently for his comrades to enter the room.
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Thursday March 14th, 2013 8:27:49 AM
Dernock shrugs with that reply and turns his attention to Sam. Glad I never caught ya on the wrong side o' the law. So many forms t'fill... He remarks and then glazes over as if recalling a rather terrifying memory.
DM Jeff O Thursday March 14th, 2013 4:31:31 PM
There are reunions as the group gathers together in the throne room. The clan lord watches each member arrives, appraising each one. When Shinto arrives and questions the clan lord's weapons, he looks over at the guards standing near him and says, "Oh, of course. Those are just, well a formality, if you would know." He says to the guards, "Relax. We are friends here." The guards look back and forth from the clan lord to the new arrivals and reluctantly place their axes on the ground. They are still well within reach, however.
The clan lord takes a deep breath and starts talking, "That my daughter, Tali, has been taken is clear. This is not knowledge that is unknown. I have attempted to keep it from being spread around, but word has gotten out. I am quite worried, especially that you come from clan Rockbreaker. She was promised to be wed to Kabur, son of clan lord Huran. A note from him says that he knows that Tali is not coming. It was to be a peace gesture, strengthening both our clans and our race in the Scab. Surely this would please the gods and lessen the curse on the Scab. But it appears this is not to be."
"I have heard nothing since her disappearance. I have no idea who could have her. There has been no ransom, no contact, nothing. She has not gone on her own, but this puts our potential peace on hold. Now that Huran knows, I do not know what he will do. He may take it as a refusal."
He turns and looks at the group as he continues, "But if he sent you along with this note, what does that mean? Why would he want me to capture and hold you? Why would he want to deflect the blame onto you? It would do him no good to capture her, she would be living with them soon anyway. This does not make sense."
He looks back down as he continues and gestures around him, "And this could not come at a worse time. While clan Ironbane being host to the Stone Festival and at the same time the Beast from Below appears to be strengthening -- clan Ironbane seems to be all but extinct. I think that perhaps this Stone Festival will be the last anyone sees of clan Ironbane, no matter what I do at this point..."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Thursday March 14th, 2013 4:57:17 PM
Sam listens, thinks, and then speaks up,"I think the Grim Guard should pay the sender a visit. That is the only piece of information we know. I'm sure we can...get some answers from him."
Sam then addresses the clan lord directly,"I'll need the message that we delivered to you. I can definitely use it to our advantage if I take time to study the handwriting."
The bard confidently walks up to the throne and puts his hand out to receive the message.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 d20+12=16 ; Thursday March 14th, 2013 6:25:01 PM
A thought suddenly hits Sam,"Do you have any older samples of Huran or his son's handwriting? I'd like to compare our message to theirs to see who actually wrote it". (Linguistics=16)
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Thursday March 14th, 2013 7:40:00 PM
Politics and subterfuge not being his forte, Terser awaits a direction and name of any who would harm dwarven kith or kin.
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 Thursday March 14th, 2013 11:10:59 PM
Ooc: sorry, I'm out of town with no computer access and my phone keeps freezing when I'm trying to write my post... Will be back on track tomorrow evening...
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip Friday March 15th, 2013 12:47:04 AM
Shinto nods to the guards; At least their is honor here.. as they set down their weapons. When the Clan Lord speaks of his missing daughter and how she was to be married to Huran's son. Shinto seems a bit confused.
Huran wouldn't steal her if she was goin ter be t'ere anyways.. Who else...
Ironbane; Sir; Ye t'ink sommone who didn want te two te marry might'ah takin yer Talli? Or maybe SHE didn wanna marry em' an left ter be wiff sommone else; or jus get away from all'a pressure. Does the lettah really say to hold us prisoners? What does it say Sam? An why us? We've done nuffin but good fer Dwarves of te Scab; an me Hearin Huran an'is clan wanna make Grim Guard his enemies...
Shinto snickers a bit after saying the last bit there..
Not a very smart Clan Leader; enemies of Grim Guard should do em'selves a favor. Dig ye own graves an jump in. It'd hurt less...
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 d20+1=2 ; Friday March 15th, 2013 2:46:21 AM
Devlin looks over the scroll with Sam attempting to help unfortunately the Druid is no help at all. He almost spills a mug of ale on the document in his blundering. Bah, if Tahni were here she would probably have a spell that could tell us much about this scroll. Realizing he mentioned a sensitive subject he looks at Braugh with a look of apology on his face.
When there is a break in the conversation Devlin asks the Clan Lord a question. If I may, I have left my companion outside the tent due to her unusual appearance and knack for eating any unattended food in sight. Is there a place nearby where she can rest and not be bothered for now?
Linguistics = 2
Urval Torsten: AC23/13/17 - CMD17 - HP54/54 Friday March 15th, 2013 2:49:32 AM "Why would it need to be huran wanting to make us his enemies? Forgery is alive and well, and coercion exists as well. Perhaps someone is blackmailing him to have forced him to send the message. We've certainly gained several evil enemies, many of which want us dead"
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Friday March 15th, 2013 3:43:07 AM
Sam looks annoyed at Devlin, as he fumbles with the document. He becomes even more annoyed after his comment about Tahni.
"Be careful with it! Also, I don't need any spell to help examine documents! I'm a scribe. It's what I do."
Ooc to DM- Sam rolled a cruddy result as always. If the linguistics skill will come to use here, I want to use a hero point to reroll it. If there are no handwriting samples to compare it to, I obviously won't be rerolling.
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Friday March 15th, 2013 4:56:24 AM
Dernock decides that the meat he bought earlier is getting cold and resumes eating.
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 Friday March 15th, 2013 6:38:50 AM
The masked dwarf steps forward, speaking quickly to his companions. "Unfortunately, I am well versed in clan politics. Is it possible the leader of clan Rockbreaker would want Tali out of the picture?" His mouth is a thin line as his pitch black eyes peer around the room. "Perhaps they are looking to start a war. Dominion over the Scab."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Friday March 15th, 2013 12:58:19 PM
Ooc-Or if I can take "10" on the linguistics roll, that'd be good too.
DM Jeff O Friday March 15th, 2013 2:35:32 PM
When Sam mentions visiting the clan lord, he replies, "No, I must deal with clan lord Rockbreaker. I thank you for your offer, but this is personal. Here is the note I received." He hands over the note to Sam:
Greetings good Clan Lord Irunbune. We know that your dawter has been taken. These dwarves who bear this message be the wuns that took her. Do with them as you please. Huran Rockbreaker.
Sam examines the note and can tell that it was written by someone with little writing skill. The Clan Lord has no other letters or notes from the Huran Rockbreaker.
When Shinto asks about Tali, the clan lord replies, "No, she was happy to be married. She liked that fellow from clan Rockbreaker, she did. There was this one little fellow, he was a sorcerer of mine a time back. Now he liked Tali, but he left a few months back to go on with his studies, so he hasn't been around here in some time."
The Clan Lord smiles when Devlin mentions his companion. "Oh, here at the Stone Festival, there be all sorts of crazy things to be seen. I'm sure whatever you've got can't be too out of place. You are certainly welcome to bring her in here, that is if the dwarves kids haven't dressed it up in some clothes and are playing war with it now."
When Urval mentions forgery, the clan lord points out the now-broken seal, "Ah, that be a good seal, I'm sure. And I think that Clan Lord be above bribery. That one be a stubborn one. If they held his son, he'd be more likely to attack than surrender to any sort of subterfuge. I don't think one would be able to bribe or blackmail that one. If I did, I wouldn't be sending my only daughter over to his family."
Oathbreaker mentions war, and the Clan Lord's eyes light up. "Oh, if he be wanting war, it's war he is going to get! I wanted this union for naught but peace, but after this festival..." He stops and looks down before continuing, "After we figure out how to deal with this beast in the caves, that is..."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Friday March 15th, 2013 2:57:29 PM
Sam reads the message and scoffs,"I have a hard time believing a clan lord would send such a poorly spelled message. This thing is written horribly. Something tells me that a third party might be involved. Who would benefit from the two clans fighting? Who doesn't want there to be peace?"
(To the clan lord) "I know that your natural reaction might be to fight, but that might be the goal and to the benefit of your enemies. I'd tread carefully if I were you. Seeking vengeance might hurt both clans."
(After hearing of the beast) "What beast do you speak of? What trouble is it causing?"
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 d20+10=22 ; Friday March 15th, 2013 6:27:00 PM
Devlin seems very interested at the mention of a beast in the caves. This beast causing you troubles? Be it natural or something more magical? If its something that belongs ta the natural world perhaps I could help ta calm it and see whats wrong. Devlin listens to any description of the beast and tries to figure out what it is.
Know (Nature) = 22
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 d20+10=30 ; Friday March 15th, 2013 6:41:39 PM
Sam listens along with Devlin. He applies his expert knowledge on things that claw/bite/absorb and dissolve you that also live in caves.
Dungeoneering=30 (nat 20!)
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 Friday March 15th, 2013 7:28:53 PM
At mention of the sorcerer that left a few months ago, Shonti's head begins spinning into ideas that the sorcerer had turned his want to learn to harness his power and control it for good, into more of a ever-hungry mission for greater power. He knows that if this is the case, he may very well be one of the same necromancers that has taken Tahni, or could possibly be in league with them.
Shonti waits his turn in the conversation, then addresses the Clan Lord. "Ye speak of a Sorcerer 'at used ter be one of yer own eh? Say he left ter further 'is studies; why couldn't he further 'is knowledge 'ere? Somethin' ain't right 'round 'ere fer sure..."
Shonti ponders over this for a moment before going on. "Me instinct says 'at sorcerer might be yer problem. See, me bein' one meself, I know a t'ing er two bout our kind, an we ain't got ter study no magic; it runs through our blood. We ain't like t'em silly wizerds thinkin' 'ey can go round studyin' magic all t'e time an learn how ter do it. We jus' do it. So 'im leavin ter study sounds like a load'a elf ears ter me... Tha's my thinkin' yer Lordship. We want ter help out, any way we can. But it seems we gots ter find an angle 'fore we can do anyt'ing..."
Shonti stands at attention, the mask on his face covering any emotions he might have shown when thinking about a fellow dwarven sorcerer using his magic for evil.. He awaits the Clan Lord's response to his thoughts on the matter calmly.
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Friday March 15th, 2013 9:22:19 PM
Ooc: busy day today, will have a real post later this weekend
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip Saturday March 16th, 2013 12:34:59 PM
Still standing near the back with Oathbreaker, Shinto takes the last shot of his Rum while listening to the others talk with Ironbane. Shinto isn't one for political issues, "Well, me outta ideas. Yer daughter runned away or te sorcer ye tellin us bout took her. Me bruddahs know what tey talkin bout sir."
Shito opens his flask and gruffs when he sees its empty, capping it and letting it hang from his belt he walks towards the clan lord, stopping a few feet past the middle of the room. "One thing I know, is how ter kill a beast. Ye say its b'comin a prollem fer ye. What it be doin? Where it be bein? An what IS IT?"
He turns around and looks to the rest of the group, his back to Ironbane, a smile paints his face as he finishes speaking.
"An most importantly, whass te reward fer killin yer beast?"
Shinto turns to face the clan lord, "We runnin low on gold sir..."
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Sunday March 17th, 2013 8:02:12 PM A beast sounds like something we can deal with, and I'm sure we can all agree that it needs to be dispatched.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Sunday March 17th, 2013 9:58:54 PM
Bruagh awaits more information on the Beast.
Urval Torsten: AC23/13/17 - CMD17 - HP54/54 Sunday March 17th, 2013 11:53:59 PM
Urval nods. "Perhaps he's more cunning then he lets on, or as sam mentions he's unaware of this message completely, and someone else sent it, perhaps with a forged copy of the seal. As for your beast, finally something were actually good at, where is it and what did it do?"
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Monday March 18th, 2013 8:14:30 AM Yer runnin' low because ya drink so much rum! Ya should switch to somethin' cheaper like Brandy or Whiskey or heaven ferbid beer! Dernock points out.
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 Monday March 18th, 2013 10:09:13 AM
The Oathbreaker remains silent, his empty hands itching for his bow.
DM Jeff O Monday March 18th, 2013 5:06:20 PM
The clan lord listens carefully to everything that everyone has to say.
When Sam questions the sender, the clan lord replies angrily, "Who wants war? I certainly do not. Nor does anyone in my clan. Oh, we can bring them war, if that is what Rockbreaker wants, believe me! And after reading this note, I do believe that is what he wants."
On the questions about the sorcerer, the clan lord's eyebrows raise. He says, "No study? But he was good and reliable. He was always good to us and the clan. I cannot think that he would be involved, but I am quite sure that he said he needed to travel to study and learn more. He said that he was not sure if he would be back, but if he learned more that would help clan Ironbane, he would return to us."
He pauses a moment before looking directly at Shonti and continuing, "His name is Runus. Would you have heard of him?"
When others ask about the beast, the clan lord rubs his hand on his face. "It is a long story, but a sad story." He looks up and his eyes lose their focus as he tells the tale, "We are simple dwarves, but proud. We draw the iron from the land as we have always done. Our clan has been the best at bringing forth the iron, and it always has been. We seek the iron where we can find, sometimes tunneling deep into the ground. We have many different tunnels throughout our lands. But perhaps one time we tunneled a bit too far."
"There was a place, our sorcerer told us, deep within the earth that led to another place, another dimension. Things started coming out, but usually they were small, nothing more than pests. We continued our explorations down and past this portal, because the iron there was the best we had seen a long time. When the creatures came out, we dealt with them and went on. We even had a regular guard that stood near the portal to step on and deal with the things that came out. Our sorcerer told us other things could come through, but none had, so we were not worried. But one day our guard disappeared. Something had come through that portal that was much worse than anything we had ever seen before."
"Our sorcerer closed the gate, but the thing was already in our tunnels. We got out of the tunnels as fast as we could, but our clan still lost a number of good dwarves down there. The thing, well, it was not of this world. It was absolutely huge and could barely fit in many of our tunnels, but where it fit, it destroyed anyone and anything that came near it. It is like a spider, only so much larger. Walking around, it is taller than three dwarves. And in the larger caverns, it would stand on rear legs and reach up even higher. The strange thing has claws sharper than the best of the dwarven axes I've seen in my life. It is fast, smart, and utterly destructive. We sent one of my best warriors to deal with it -- when it attacked, it sliced the armor right off him like it was paper, then it chopped him into pieces."
"My sorcerer told me that it would leave us and return to its home, but it has not gone yet. It still terrorizes those lower caverns. It cannot escape yet, as the tunnels that lead down to it are not large enough. But guards have heard sounds that make it seem as if the creature is working on tunneling the way out towards us. If it finds a way out of those tunnels, it will destroy my entire clan in an instant. I know that you are great warriors, but I think that perhaps this creature is even beyond your abilities. It is not of this world."
When Shinto steps forward, flask empty, the clan lord gestures. A dwarf appears from behind a curtain, carrying a keg on shoulder and a mug in his hand. He opens the tap and fills the mug partway, then offers it to Shinto. The liquid looked dark and thick as it poured into the mug. He says, "We have little to offer in gold, but we do have some. These days we are a bit low, but if that beast is killed, I am sure it is sitting on what it has collected both from my clan and from others that have found their way down there. Our clan will be richer if we can get to that iron past the beast, and we can promise you more in the future, though that may not be enough to get you down there. And I cannot ask you to take on this challenge, that beast is not something that's going to be destroyed easily."
OOC: The knowledge, nature check does not help in this case, the creature is not like anything that you would have encountered in nature.
The dungeoneering, with the awesome roll, does reveal a little -- creatures and portals of the like that have been described are known, but little is known of them. It is very likely that this is a creature that is native to another plane of existence, like the Astral or the Abyss.
Does anyone have a knowledge, planes?
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Monday March 18th, 2013 5:15:09 PM
Sam thinks about planer beasts he's come across in his studies. (Loremaster ability: Take 20 1/day for knowledge check. Knowledge: Planes= 30)
Ooc-"Does anyone have knowledge, planes?"
Answer-Yep! Auto 30 score should do it!
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 Monday March 18th, 2013 9:10:24 PM
Devlin shakes his head as the Lord describes the creature. Nothing natural that beast be for sure. As Sam begins to talk about the creature the Druid smiles. Good ta have ya back with us lad. He gives the Gnome a pat on the back.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Monday March 18th, 2013 10:12:53 PM
Sam smiles at Devlin.
"It's good to be back. Someone's got to keep you dwarves in line!"
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 d20+8=22 ; Monday March 18th, 2013 11:06:38 PM
Shonti listens carefully to the Clan Lord, hanging onto every word and thinking hard.
"Runus eh?" Shonti begins, thinking back to each and every caster he's met throughout his days. "I can't be fer sure, but t'e name doesn't ring no bells... If 'e was powerful enough ter close up a portal ter anotha realm, t'en 'e already knew a great deal in t'e arcane arts. Hard ter say what he wanted ter go off travellin' ter learn about. Sounds like 'e was a big help ter yer Clan Ironbane though, can't 'magine why he'd wanna leave ya. 'Specially wit' t'is beast runnin' amuck down in yer tunnels, ya'd t'ink he'd want ter stay an' help ya get rid o' it.... Any idea as ter where 'e took off to?"
He tries to recall whatever he may have read or heard about the beast in the tunnels. Shonti shares his thoughts and knowledge with Sam, hoping that working together, they may be able to come up with some ideas about the beast and how to bring it down. "Whatcha be thinkin' 'bout t'is beast eh? Somethin' serious, me thinks..."
Shonti turns on his heels, watching the guard bring Shinto a fresh mug of rum. He is absolutely bewildered at how a single Dwarf, his brother at that, can drink so much rum on any given day and still walk upright. "Yer goin' ter be to drunk ter walk 'fore we get through talkin' 'ere if ya keep 'at up brotha! I fer one ain't carryin' ya nowhere's, probly couldn't if I wanted to hehe." ========================================== OOC: Not really sure why I even bothered, it's impossible for me to be smarter than Sam the Gnome... Even so, I had to try. Knowledge Planes: d20+8= 22. Eh, not bad at all..
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Monday March 18th, 2013 11:36:28 PM "If out group agrees, I think we would be happy to try and help with your beast problem. On one condition. You must send out feelers about the necromancers I mentioned before and see what you can find about Tali and Tahni. I am afraid wherever we find one, we will find the other."
Urval Torsten: AC23/13/17 - CMD17 - HP54/54 Monday March 18th, 2013 11:38:49 PM "I agree with braugh, and I think we should be able to handle your problem."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Tuesday March 19th, 2013 12:06:39 AM
Sam lights up with Bruagh's suggestion.
"Nice call Bruagh! Let's get Tahni back!"
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Tuesday March 19th, 2013 2:08:52 AM i know naught about other realms, but most things die of ye stick enough pieces of sharp metal in them. This beast will claim no more lives if we have any say.
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Tuesday March 19th, 2013 3:32:32 AM Yeah, never took any notice o' magick let alone much o' the deeper darker mysteries. Ya might wanna give us the run down on exactly what this other realms stuff mean. Fer a start I'm kinda fond o' my soul, lets me sleep at night Dernock warily asks.
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 Tuesday March 19th, 2013 9:18:19 AM
The masked dwarf clears his throat. "I think you all forget that this man's best warrior was beaten aside like a ragdoll. I highly doubt that we have the power to defeat whatever this may be." He looks around, his eye resting on a few members of the group. "Especially in such a... fractured state."
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 Tuesday March 19th, 2013 1:36:07 PM
Hearing Oathbreaker out, Shonti is still optimistic and disagrees with him.
"Tha's one Dwarf, Oath... We're nine strong, an' a great team when we work togetha. Wit' careful plannin' an' a bit o' luck on our side, T'e Grim Guard could very well be t'is beasts downfall. It'll be no easy task I assume, but if anyone's goin ter do it, WE can."
DM Jeff O Tuesday March 19th, 2013 3:33:53 PM
Sam, aided by a little conversation from Shonti, thinks about what he knows about the planes and planar beasts. His mind runs through various creatures he has heard of, but he can't be sure he knows about this specific thing that's been described. From the descriptions, he thinks that the gate may have led to the Abyss, and therefore that the creature is from there as well. He knows that the Abyss is full of horrible and dangerous creatures, and many, many demons. He also knows that many creatures from that place can move between the planes relatively easily, so it is not quite clear why one would appear and stay. Many creatures from that place, especially ones that can quickly destroy dwarves, are likely to be able to difficult to hurt and damage. He thinks he can remember stories of massive hunters from that place, but he just can't quite put his mind on a name for the creature. It does sound like one of the massive hunters that usually preys on lesser demons, though -- and if it is in the shape of a spider, it is indeed very dangerous.
When Braugh mentions heading down to deal with the beast, the clan lord's eyes light up. "You would do that? I cannot promise that you will return. This is a dangerous thing. But yes, of course, I would do what you ask and more. You would forever have clan Ironbane as you ally, should be manage to defeat this monster. I will send word all throughout the festival, but I am afraid that few will know of necromancers in these parts. Perhaps someone will know of my old sorcerer, or where he has been." He nods to Shonti and continues, "He just said that he had to go work on his studies. I thought that he might be researching some way to deal with that creature, hoping to return and defeat it for the clan."
OOC: Please let me know if you think that's not quite enough for a 30 on knowledge, planes. I don't want to just throw you a link with the monster info, but I do want to try and give a good in-character answer for a 30 (and actually the monster page doesn't have a lot more info there...)
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Tuesday March 19th, 2013 3:53:37 PM
Bruagh nods to Ironbane, "We will do our best against this creature... I ask for the same in our search for our girls. We are out of options in how to find them at the moment. We will handle your problem, you handle ours. Now if you can give us any maps and directions and patters and really... just any information you have about these tunnels and this creature, and have them written down so that we may study... it would be greatly appreciated."
Bruagh turns to the rest of the Grim Guard. "What say we get a good nights rest and enjoy some of the festival, then head out tomorrow near mid-day?"
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Tuesday March 19th, 2013 4:15:57 PM
As Sam tells what he can of the Abyssal creature, his hands go cold. He does his best to hide it, but fear is painted all over the gnome's face.
As he speaks, part of his mind leaves the group and recalls images of his waking dream in the caves of DrakesMeade. While the gnome frantically tried to activate the bomb, all went black around him. His hands transformed into something...demonic in shape. The voices spoke to him in the all too familiar, guttural language.
The bard's mind snaps back to the group as the visions leave him. He does his best to play it off, but no amount of Sam's acting skills can hide the obvious, external signs of his fragile mind. Sam forces a smile, as if to push the fear away.
"Let's enjoy the festival. We've earned it."
Sam eyes his selection of bolts after his suggestion. He moves his two bolts of demon bane to the front of his supply.
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Tuesday March 19th, 2013 5:44:31 PM As long as there's no danger of the creature popping up to surprise us, then good food and good rest would do us all good before taking it on.
Urval Torsten: AC23/13/17 - CMD17 - HP54/54 Tuesday March 19th, 2013 11:55:18 PM
"Agreed, then we can go after the creature."
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 Wednesday March 20th, 2013 12:15:52 AM
Shonti aids our Gnome friend in telling the others what he knows about the creature from the Abyss, filling in for him when his thoughts about the past get the better of him. He tries his best to get their attention and cover for him so maybe the group won't notice Sams unsettling sate of mind. Someone's gotta talk ter him... I'll save it for later, let the others go have some fun...
When Braugh mentions going to enjoy the festival, Shonti nods in agreement. "Yes, let's..." Hey say, before turning back to the Clan Lord. "Thank you sir. Please, do all you can ter find a means ter findin ' our friend, an' we'll see what we can do about dispatchin' 'is beast.. I'm glad we could resolve our differences upon first meetin' yer Lordship, we'll get ter t'e bottom o' all 'is soon enough, one way or anotha..."
Still thinkin' somethin's up wit' 'is sorcerer runnin'f like 'at... Maybe someone here'll know where he went? Can't hurt ter ask around a bit.. Shonti thinks for a moment, then bows to the Clan Lord. He is ready to exit the tent when the rest of the Grim Guard is satisfied with their meeting and is ready to go as well.
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip Wednesday March 20th, 2013 1:01:56 AM Whiskey makes me angrey, beer an ale jus don 'ave te right burn te em ye know. Shinto winks at Dernock. He silently listens and takes the mug from the dwarf, Thank ye, itll do fer now.
Smiling when Braugh and the others talk about takin care of the beast. When oath shows signs of worry, Shinto shakes his head. I don care if its from hell er heaven, oceans er the Forges lava. Nuffins a match fer te ax's, arrows, spells am songs of te Grim Guard.
Shinto finishs his mug, and gets another and finally addresses the clan lord again.
We festivate te night. An Track ye beast down termorow. Probly affer midday tho. Its been a while since we gotter good nights rest. But... if Ye promise Braugh ye goin helpus find Tahni. Ye bettah do e'erting ye can. If not.... well.. Braughs meaner en me, even if he don like cuttin off foots
Shinto nods his head "matter of factly" and drains the second mug, getting a third, pestering the dwarf until the foam overflows.
an ye need ter get sum Rum..
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 Wednesday March 20th, 2013 3:11:46 AM
Devlin is happy that the initial tension of the meeting has dissipated. Once the group leaves the tent he gathers up Raeb and enjoys the festival a bit. As the night lengthens he finds his thought drawn to the last few months and how little happiness there has been in the lives of this group. He takes a few moments to reflect on his past and enjoy the present.
If we are going for this creature lets make sure we are ready to meet it. Obviously it is something demonic, we should be well prepared ta fight it.
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 Wednesday March 20th, 2013 2:21:56 PM
The Oathbreaker makes off on his own, finding somewhere quiet to drink.
DM Jeff O Wednesday March 20th, 2013 2:24:31 PM
The Clan Lord bows his head and says, "That you would try this for me, I am humbled. For if you shall fail, I will know that my clan has ended and indeed all the Scab will be in great danger. The creature is quite easy to find. If you head down into the lower caves here, you will find but one passageway that leads back to a nearby mountain that belongs to Clan Ironbane. From that level, just go down, and you will quickly find the creature. You will be sure to hear its hard claws skittering on the ground long before you see it."
As the discussions continue about demons, Sam remembers that there are things in the Abyss that are not demonic... but are sometimes even worse because they feed on demons...
When others mention preparations, the Clan Lord stands and says, "Yes, indeed, you can stay here in our tents, we have plenty of room. Go now, enjoy the festival. Catch a maiden's eye, if you would. There is plenty of ale around, and plenty of entertainment. I would ask if you would leave your weapons here -- they will be taken care of, but weapons are frowned upon on the festival grounds."
"This man with the missing foot, what shall we do with him? If he is little more than a common thief, then it appears he has been punished enough, though I do not know where he is from. There are few of his race in this area, and none at the festival."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Wednesday March 20th, 2013 2:51:06 PM
Sam looks through his array of bolts and frowns. He has the distinct feeling that none of his magical bolts will help him. Hopefully his voice will aid the group in this upcoming fight.
The tiny bard joins the festivities in body alone. His heart is not into entertaining the masses this night. Too many things weigh on the gnome's mind: his abandonment and return to the group, his demonic visions, the abyssal monster, and Tahni...
"Where could she be? I hope she's ok."
After any conversations with members of the Grim Guard, Sam retires early. He has little energy or will to enjoy the festival.
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Wednesday March 20th, 2013 4:04:42 PM
Terser examines his possessions in preparation for the upcoming fight, and decides that nothing will serve him better than his glaive, though maybe a potion or two would be of use.
He leaves the tent to stroll the festival grounds at random, partaking of food and ale when some aroma particularly tempted his senses. After eating and drinking his fill, he will return to sharpen his glaive and get a good night's rest without worrying (very much) about thieves coming in the night.
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 Wednesday March 20th, 2013 7:35:28 PM
Devlin looks at the prisoner as the question is asked and he frowns in thought. I believe he has been given his punishment and than some. I dont know much about crimes and punishment but he did try ta steal a message meant for you. No matter the content of the message, he was tryin' ta steal from you. I am OK leaving his fate in your hands. I have a question for you m'lord. The caves where we will find this creature. Are they natural or have they been worked by your craftsman's hands?
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Wednesday March 20th, 2013 11:14:44 PM
Checking in.
Urval Torsten: AC23/13/17 - CMD17 - HP54/54 Thursday March 21st, 2013 2:00:59 AM
Urval mostly just waits around for the trip down below, not much interested in the festival.
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip d100=27 ; d100=14 ; d100=93 ; d100=60 ; d12=5 ; d12=7 ; d12=11 ; d12=10 ; Thursday March 21st, 2013 2:18:40 AM
When the prisoner gets mentioned Shinto looks at the ground, Ye, .you decied Ironbane.
Shinto then goes out into th festival, quickly finding some rum and a few games of dice and cards He losses two dice games, an one card. So, he won two dice and three cards. He mingles as he can, looking to tell of his recent GG accomplishments. In a general happy mood, the warrior relaxes and forgets his worries and duties for a time. Dancing and boasting to women.
He finally returns, hazardously stumbling into things, to the Clan tent and falls asleep, probably not waking for anything other than bein woke up with meaning.
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 Thursday March 21st, 2013 3:02:34 AM Posting from phone, sorry its all screwed up. I'll finish it and fix it tomorrow.
" Do wit' t'e thief what you will, mattas not to me. We will return, yer Lordship, hopefully sooner than later... And we'll have your monsters head!!" Shonti boasts a bit to theclan lord.
Before leaving, he steps forward to shake Ironbane's hand. [B] "Thank ye, yer Lordship, fer offerin yer help, in return fer our own.
May the Grim Guard and Clan Ironbane be a strong force for many years to come with our new allegiance." After leaving the tent, Shonti
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Thursday March 21st, 2013 6:22:51 AM Not sure if ya could really press charges now so... here's 10 GP, See to it that he get some crutches so he ain't stuck here when the festival ends and has enough atleast fer a bite t'eat. Tell him the Grey guard apologises fer the lack o' due process but maybe he should follow a more honest line o' work. Dernock instructs before handing Ironbane the pittance.
DM Jeff O Thursday March 21st, 2013 3:55:37 PM
Devlin asks another question of the clan lord about the caves. He replies, "Indeed, lad, the caves are all ours. There may have been a natural pocket here and there, but me own clan did most of the work. You'll see it as you go down, and as you step through the caved-in parts before they open up. The clan lord refuses the gold when offered by Dernock and says, "No need, there be plenty of churches here at the festival that will be sure he is taken care of. I've no idea why anyone would want to intercept any message to me, but it seems to me he would have done your group a favor if he would have stopped that message, you know."
The group wraps up their talk with the clan lord and heads outside. The festival is brighter and the merriment continues, completely oblivious to the happenings inside the tent of the clan lord. A few steps from the entrance to the tent, a dwarf falls flat on his face on the ground and burps before starting to snore. A couple thin elves walk by and point and laugh at him.
There is plenty of fun to be had at the festival. There is music and food galore. There are a few shows as well, from magical elves to amazing dwarven feats of strength. The gnomes laugh at both. There are more than a few games that can be played and Shinto quickly finds some. Each time he wins, the elves nearby give him a sideways glance, and he's sure that after he leaves the card playing booth that he sees the same elf at least two other times, possibly following him around.
As the sun starts to set, the crowd thickens even more and the place starts to really feel crowded, despite the large size of the plateau. Torches are lit and magical lights appear all around and the excitement and fun continues right into the night. After the darkness fully arrives, people start to gather around a stage near the clan lord's tent, where there is an impressive show of fire-eating done by a group of elves. Then a group of acrobatic dwarves show up juggling fire and swords. After they are done, there is a spectacular show of fireworks set off from behind the stage somewhere.
Once that show has finished, a few of those gathered start to spread out, but the hard-core revelers are ready to continue drinking and playing through the night.
OOC: Any other actions at the festival/before night/preparations for resting/etc.?
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Thursday March 21st, 2013 4:08:27 PM
Sam walks through the festival with the group. He doesn't participate, just walk. Once the sun sets, he goes to bed in whatever accommodations are provided. The bard prepares for a night plagued with nightmares.
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Thursday March 21st, 2013 6:19:20 PM
ooc: If there's a room provided with a locking door, then no prep. Otherwise, will take a watch as normal.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Thursday March 21st, 2013 7:07:09 PM
Bruagh makes his way to his room and spends time alone. He thinks of Tahni and the coming battle with the beast. If the rooms do not lock he will take a watch, but otherwise catches up on rest and gathering his thoughts.
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 Thursday March 21st, 2013 7:50:31 PM
The Oathbreaker takes some time for himself, partaking in the fine dwarven ales before turning in for the night.
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Thursday March 21st, 2013 8:37:32 PM
Dernock, dines, feasts and Drinks well into the night, making sure he's perpetually on the brink of a food coma. He still has yet to lose his habits as a watchman and continues to monitor anyone getting too carried away.
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip Thursday March 21st, 2013 11:44:48 PM
Shinto finds a place to sleep with his weapons close if at all possible, by his bedside set up like normal if hes able to.
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 Friday March 22nd, 2013 12:43:18 AM
As the festivities die down Devlin and Raeb make their way to the tent. He settles in for the night to reflect on the coming battles and gain some much needed rest.
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 d20+5=11 ; Friday March 22nd, 2013 1:44:09 AM
Shonti asks around at the festival about a dwarven sorcerer named Runus. If he runs into anyone that knows of him, Shonti would try to get any information possible about him, mainly trying to find out his current whereabouts, and why he left his clan. After the festivities die down, Shonti would turn in for the night and try to get a good nights rest.
Diplomacy-11
Urval Torsten: AC23/13/17 - CMD17 - HP54/54 Friday March 22nd, 2013 2:44:01 AM
Urval ponders for the next day what they might fight against, not really interested in the festival, meeting up later with the group for the night.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Friday March 22nd, 2013 12:48:57 PM
When the group gets back together Bruagh mentions, "Now that I am no longer a Paladin of Domi, I will need to find a new way to have my attacks aligned with good. Anyone know of a good potion or scroll or spell that would do the trick?"
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Friday March 22nd, 2013 3:57:17 PM
Sam rejoins the group as he hears Bruagh's very, rare concern. The gnome chuckles a little.
"It's a big spider. And look at who was describing it: a guy who sits on a throne and doesn't carry weapons. No wonder he's scared. I think we can take anything apart if we put our minds and axes to it."
DM Jeff O Friday March 22nd, 2013 4:46:24 PM
Shonti starts asking about Runus at the festival. Most of the answers are negative, as few here know much about Clan Ironbane. Instead, he meets different dwarves from all around the Scab and different clans. The guards at the entrance to Clan Ironbane's tent do mention that they knew him, and always thought he was a little odd, but he was a sorcerer, so they never really trusted him, anyway. Neither of them have any idea where he might have gone to, but they were to see him go.
When the group prepares for rest, they realize that there are no "rooms" as such, really anywhere on the plateau. Instead, nearly every item of construction here is a tent or a small, temporary wood frame. The Clan Lord's tent is much larger and has a number of rooms that are simply different sections of tent, or even canvas walls that separate different sections under a larger tent covering.
Inside the section provided for the group are some primitive cots and bedding areas -- not luxurious by any means, but certainly better than any that the group has seen in some time. A watch is set and the group settles in for the night. There are brief interruptions and sounds of a few drunks throughout the night, but nothing major.
The sun rises the next morning and starts drying the dew on the ground. Various others are up and you can already smell food cooking as the vendors prepare for another day of fun and excitement at the Stone Festival.
OOC: That's a 600xp for each for the Stone Festival (and for not starting a war with clan Ironbane, which was mighty close...)
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Friday March 22nd, 2013 8:08:56 PM
Sam packs his gear and quietly prepares for the battle ahead. He knows the company he keeps. He knows that they have never backed down or surrendered in the face of a challenge. They've never lost.
With great care, Sam dons his medal that he and the Grim Guard earned from retaking DrakesMeade. It serves not only as a badge of honor, but also a reminder: "No matter what adversary stands in the path of the Grim Guard, it surely will not stand for long".
"Time to dance, abyssal monster."
The gnome smiles, slings his crossbow, and joins the others.
Ooc to DM-There wouldn't have been anyone for Clan Ironbane to war with!
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Friday March 22nd, 2013 8:57:30 PM
Terser looks around at the vendors to see if there are any magical items vendors among the games and food. He remembers some of the divine magic that he had tried to learn, and if there is something to aid fighting an abyssal monster, he would like to purchase it. His thoughts are on par with Braugh's, and he would buy at least 3 of these potions if they are available. Something to boost his strength to assist cleaving through the beast's armor would also be acceptable.
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip Saturday March 23rd, 2013 12:54:22 AM
Shinto wakes to the noises of the of the afternoon and the midday sun overhead. He quicklyfinds some cold water to splash in his face and wet down his red locks and beard. Not worried about conflict he leaves his armor set up next to his axes and bag. Grabbing his gold sack he ventures, soberly with a purpose, into the festival looking for scroll or potion shop. Or even one that sells unique, rare or odd items.
Specific mentioning a abyssal monsters and the need for defending against and killing such monster. The paladin spell Braugh mentioned, and how to prevent or cure spiders venom.
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 Monday March 25th, 2013 10:17:23 AM
The Oathbreaker stops before going to bed, swaying gently on his feet as if he was being pushed by a gentle breeze. WIth a hiccup, he turns to Braugh and mumbles, "I don't even think we should be doin' this. *hic* We're not what we once were. I fear this creature may be too much for the likes of us." And with that, the masked dwarf collapses fully clothed onto his bed.
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 Wednesday March 27th, 2013 3:15:09 PM
Devlin spends an hour in the morning preparing his spells for the day. He focuses his thoughts on the battle to come and does his best to let the stresses of the last few days wash out of his body.
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP50/50 Wednesday March 27th, 2013 4:31:28 PM
Shonti rises to the new day with the rest of the group and dons his mask first thing after waking up. After glancing around the room through the eyesockets of his Duergar bone face, he wraps his charasmatic headband around his head next. The Sorcerer then turns his ring on his finger a few times, reminding himself of the many many times it has offered him protection from getting slaughtered by an opponents weapon. Shonti unravels his cloak, and wraps it around himself and buttons it around his neck, letting the rest of it hang free; he pulls the hood up over his head. Lastly, before stepping out of the tent, Shonti straps his Handy Haversack onto his back, and finally feels ready for the day.
I just hope this isn't our last... Shonti thinks to himself, trying to mentally prepare for the task at hand. "Brothas... When we're all ready, I say we head on out.. T'e sooner we get ter t'is beast, t'e sooner we can return ter searchin' fer Tahni... I'm ready when you all are."
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Thursday March 28th, 2013 4:02:26 AM
After a full belly and and long sleep, Dernock stretches and slowly gets out of bed, now properly rested and ready to arrest destiny and detain it for further questioning. I'm ready, finally got all the rest I needed
DM Jeff O Thursday March 28th, 2013 1:57:21 PM
The group starts out the morning and the festival continues all around them. Searching the festival for any sort of magic or potion shop ends poorly: there are various craft shops and a few novelty weapon shops (wooden swords and the like), but nothing for serious adventurers. There is an ironsmith, but he has just iron decorations and small trinkets.
In the middle of the afternoon, there is a cry from near the edge of the plateau. At first, it seems to be just like many of the other cries throughout the day, but you can hear an edge of fear in it. Those who are outside look and can see a number of people pointing up into the sky. There are a number of figures approaching quickly from high above and the crowd is already starting to move away in fear. The figures are still a good distance away, but they are clearly large, with wide, hooked wings. Even from a distance, the roar of one of the creatures can be heard. They are dark colored and look like dragons!
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Thursday March 28th, 2013 2:45:19 PM
Sam glares into the distance to try to identify the type of creature that is spreading terror. (knowledge: nature= auto 20)
"Whatever those things are, they're too close to the festival already. We need to draw them away from the defenseless."
He instinctively grabs his crossbow and loads a cold iron bolt. Although the weapon is weak at best, it is all he has. The gnome runs towards the flying monsters in hopes of drawing them towards the Grim Guard. He hopes their presence or projectiles will do the trick.
Once far enough away from the tents, the tiny bard readies his crossbow.
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) d20+11=26 ; Thursday March 28th, 2013 3:18:18 PM
(Perception 26 to ID the color and size of the dragony things)
Civilains! Into the caves! Guards, grab your weapons and cover the retreat! Grim Guard, assemble!
Noticing Sam preparing for the worst, he calls out in a calmer voice. That pinshooter won't do you any good. Your real weapon will be your words, they may not intend to attack.
OOC: This all could change depending on the color of the dragons. If they're shiny, there will be a much different reaction.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 13 -- HP 44/44 Thursday March 28th, 2013 3:21:10 PM
Sam shoots a quick look back to Terser,"It'll draw their attention, so YOU can kill them...I hope."
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 84/90 Thursday March 28th, 2013 4:46:31 PM
Bruagh sighs, exhaling sharply. "Nothing is ever easy... even preparing for a mission."
The Dwarf cracks his knuckles, then his neck, then grabs his axe and moves in the direction of the threat.
Oathbreaker (Ian) 18/13/14 - 49/49 - CMD 21 d20+17=22 ; Thursday March 28th, 2013 5:36:21 PM
The masked dwarf stumbles out of his tent, clutching his pounding head. As the cries go up about the approaching figures, he groans, placing his lenses over his eyes as everything comes into focus. The Oathbreaker runs forward, brandishing his bow and muttering the secret word to activate its shocking power. "What are we dealing with? he grumbles as he approaches his allies. (Perception: 22)
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP46/50........ Spectral Hand HP 4/4 d4=4 ; Thursday March 28th, 2013 7:49:07 PM
Looking to the sky after he walks out of the tent and see's people pointing upwards, Shonti spots whatever this is flying towards the festival. He steps back inside of the tent, turns around, and yells out, "Guards! Arm yerselves an' protect yer Lord an' Clan Ironbane! We've got some nasty lookin' company flyin' in from above! The Grim Guard will handle the enemy!"
Shonti walks back outside of the tent, and catches up to his brethren at the rear of the Grim Guards formation. He pulls a scroll case out of his Handy Haversack and opens it. The Sorcerer reads the inscription on the scroll aloud, placing the empty scroll case back into his Handy Haversack. When he finishes reading it, a ghostly hand shape materializes beside him from a part of his own life force. "Grim Guard! Pull together in a tight formation! I'm gonna speed ye all up, we'll get this over with quick!" He announces to the group, getting ready to fish yet another scroll out of his Handy Haversack. ========================================== Actions: Move: Pull scroll case out of Handy Haversack Standard: Cast Spectral Hand from scroll. Hit Points lost in creating Spectral Hand: 1d4=4 Hit points for the Spectral Hand
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 d20+10=27 ; d20+13=16 ; Thursday March 28th, 2013 8:24:40 PM
Devlin scans the skies with the rest of the group attempting to figure out what it is that is headed towards the group. He has Raeb stay close and runs through his spells mentally to see what he has available. Careful lads and try ta stay together. If there's three they probably hunt like a pack. Single out and than attack.
Know (Nature) = 27 Perception = 16
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Thursday March 28th, 2013 11:42:27 PM Well, once again I'm fully out o' mah depth. Dernock murmurs before converging on the group. i'm assumin' that these dragon be uninvited guests? Maybe we should be offerin' a more welcome reception? it's not like there ain't plenty o' food t'go around. Otherwise I'm wonderin' if this be part o' the big conspiracy fate has against us. Dernock asks i'm just wonderin' if we should assume they're goin' t'be eatin' dwarf when there's plenty o' lamb, cattle an' goat t'go around He concludes.
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP46/50........ Spectral Hand HP 4/4 Friday March 29th, 2013 3:45:27 AM "I don't think them are dragons lads. Dragons are typically loners an' 'eres a few of 'em flyin' in... Somethin' tells me these creatures came outta 'at portal to the abyss. Prepare ter killem!"
Urval Torsten: AC23/13/17 - CMD17 - HP54/54 Friday March 29th, 2013 5:12:29 AM
Urval looks up at the call, and upon seeing the approaching winged reptiles grins and pulls out his holy symbol, focusing on it as he awaits either fight or talk with the approaching creatures.
DM Jeff O Friday March 29th, 2013 1:22:23 PM
As the group of flying creatures approaches, Sam and Devlin quickly identify the creatures as Wyverns, horrible flying dragons that are evil-tempered and just plain mean. A number of them have been known to be around the Scab, and they normally attack just to get food.
The bellowing of the wyverns continues as they near the plateau, and the screams of the women and children ring out as more people recognize what is happening. A number of dwarves have stepped forward, but none are armed. A group of elves form up in a line near the target shooting area, armed with the small bows and feeble arrows from the game. Clan Lord Ironbane's tent explodes with activity as his guards appear with axes and other weapons. The clan lord himself appears as well with a large helmet and an axe in each hand. He yells out, "Not during MY festival!"
As the wyverns approach, their dark blue color can be seen more clearly as their wings flap loudly. One swoops up, then dives down towards a dwarf near the edge of the plateau, but its claws close on nothing but air as it screams when it passes by. Another lands on the plateau near the other end, by the entrance to the plateau and it looks around, apparently picking out a meal. The clan lord and a number of his guards take off at a run towards that one. Another screeches directly above the group as it looks around, trying to pick out where to attack next...
David W Friday March 29th, 2013 2:47:24 PM
As the group rushes to meet the hungry wyverns, they find themselves in one of the many "dining" areas of the festival. The strong smell of stew and meat wafts through the air. The Grim Guard should have little trouble drawing the group of wyverns to a fight in this location.
The first thing the you see is a small red and white, striped serving stand. The stand is covered only on its top. Tables with pots of meat, stew and bread line three of its sides.
Just to the south of the stand is a large tent. Multiple flaps have been tied so that the inside remains open to the Scab's warm, dry air. A large assortment of cooking/food preparation stations and storage areas fill the tent.
Tables that normally seat six, hungry individuals fill the void just east of the stand. The stools, either upright or knocked over, are now vacant for obvious reasons. Plates of food and mugs of ale remain half-finished on the tables.
Perception DC=20 Highlight to display spoiler: {The sound of children crying and calling to each other in Dwarven can be heard from the tables farthest from the group.}
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip Saturday March 30th, 2013 12:08:22 AM What the... Shinto starea and shakea his head in disbelief. Knowing he is useless against anything that can fly. But still, thw warrior wifhin arms himself, ax and shield, standing toward the back of the group,
This could be bad lads..
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 d20+13=31 d20+5=20 Saturday March 30th, 2013 3:03:46 AM
Devlin advances cautiously toward the incoming creatures with Raeb close behind. Taking shelter behind the food stand he wait for the creatures to get closer before acting. Careful lads these thing have a poisonous sting and a vicious bite.
Devlin moves to M,5 Raeb moves to N, 5
Devlin Perception = 31 Raeb Perception = 20
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) d20+11=15 ; Saturday March 30th, 2013 12:31:55 PM
Move to L10
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP46/50........ Spectral Hand HP 4/4 d20+1=10 ; Saturday March 30th, 2013 1:03:49 PM
Shonti fishes out yet another scroll from his Handy Haversack, and begins to cast the spell inscribed upon it. He knows he needs to get in there and kill these things, but also that he has to stay here and cast haste for the moment. "Stay within 30 feet of eachother for now lads, or my haste won't take effect on ye!" ============================== Actions: Move: Pull scroll case out of Handy Haversack. Standard: Cast Haste from the scroll. Haste Effects Shinto, Braugh, Oathbreaker, Dernock, Sam, and Terser if possibe. IF can't effect Terser, then effect Shonti.
Haste: When making a full attack action, a hasted creature may make one extra attack with one natural or manufactured weapon. The attack is made using the creature's full base attack bonus, plus any modifiers appropriate to the situation.
A hasted creature gains a +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves.
All of the hasted creature's modes of movement (including land movement, burrow, climb, fly, and swim) increase by 30 feet, to a maximum of twice the subject's normal speed using that form of movement.
Edit: place Shonti at K,1. I'm assuming since I used my move action to pull out a scroll that he would have to be ay a square on the edge of the map right?
David W: Yep. You can still make a 5' move though.
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip Saturday March 30th, 2013 8:58:20 PM
I never got an email with the map, if you could please post a link here ;). But Shinto will stand right in front of his brother, Shonti. Two reasons, get affected by haste and make sure nothing gets to Shonti to prevent the casting. Ax and shield in hand.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 90/90 -- HASTED d20+10=25 ; Sunday March 31st, 2013 7:36:56 PM
After being hasted, Bruagh hears the childrens cries and moves to get in position to have the Wyverns attack him as far away from the group, and children, as possible.
Perception: 25 Start at anywhere close tnought to be hasted then Double Move to B,28.
Urval Torsten: AC23/13/17 - CMD17 - HP54/54 Monday April 1st, 2013 2:31:31 AM
Urval, seeing some wisdom on preparing the group before they scatter, holds up his symbol and recites a small prayer, blessing the party, before moving to O5 and holding.
OOC: Bless fills your allies with courage. Each ally gains a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects. 50' radius, unlimited targets.
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 d20+8=11 ; Monday April 1st, 2013 6:20:11 AM
Dernock looks to the others and feeling his heart pound that much faster, runs along the edges of the the tables being set up with his Axe and shield drawn. I thought Dragons were supposed to be bigger he shouts.
Moving V6 to T18 Perception:11
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip Monday April 1st, 2013 6:07:39 PM
Im not able to pull the map up.. Shinto moves to put himself in front of his brother, between Shonti and the Wyvrens. Not sure which square.
David W d20+18=23 ; Monday April 1st, 2013 6:19:50 PM
As the Wyverns rapidly descend on the festival, sounds of combat can already be heard from the Clan Lord's group. Arrows and axes are met with claws and teeth as all fight to survive. The group joins in a battle cry as one of the guardsmen is clenched by the powerful jaws of a wyvern. Dwarves charge and fire arrows in desperation to free their brother.
The Grim Guard has similar, impending problems of their own. Three wyverns quickly drop towards the party. The buffet of food, both prepared and raw-still-breathing, are irresistible to the blue skinned beasts. Members of the group cast spells and find their places in preparation for the battle.
Dernock is greeted by a small, dwarven boy who runs to him from under the table ahead. He is dressed in a knight costume and holding a wooden sword and shield. The boy wraps his arms around Dernock's leg. (Dernock now has grappled condition. CMD=28) The boy points to the northern most table and cries,"My sister's over there! Help her mister!"
A cute, dwarven girl is easily spotted under the table (K21), as her bright pink, princess costume serves as the worst camouflage in the history of all the Wold. She is sobbing and in the fetal position.
Bruagh gets his wish as a wyvern barrels down on him.
This starts round 1 of combat. Please feel free to metagame and look up the wyverns stats and ABILITIES. No wyvern is currently reachable by melee, but soon will be. Make sure you are specific with ready actions. Map is emailed.
wyvern #1- headed for Bruagh at 30' wyvern #2- headed towards table area at 40' wyvern #3- headed towards southwest at 50'
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 d20-1=12 ; Monday April 1st, 2013 9:00:17 PM Lad. I can't help yer sister until ya let go o' me leg. I can carry ya on mah back if it'd make ya feel safer but we have t'hurry. Dernock urges.
OOC: CMD 28?? Is this kid on steroids??? Diplomacy: 12
David W: April fools! Dernock is free to act. I'm so funny...
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 90/90 -- HASTED Monday April 1st, 2013 9:43:45 PM OOC: Not going to lie.. the last map really confused me. Based on the map I thought Bruagh was N/E of all of the tables, but now there is a girl even further N/E under another table? Also, where is everyone else? Sort of confused. Sorry about all of that though.
David W: You are "BR" on the map. You are alone at the NE portion of the map. The girl is SW of you. You are standing between the wyvern and her. Please re-declare your placement if needed.
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) Monday April 1st, 2013 9:55:52 PM
OOC at dinner, post when I get home, after midnight probably.
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 84/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) d20+11=28 ; d20+7=18 ; d20+15=33 ; d10+8=15 ; Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 12:14:33 AM assuming a 28 let's me see the bright pink dress and the boy pointing
Terser takes his piece of meat and runs forward close to the wyverns. He throws the meat at the beast, hoping to draw its attention away from the girl in the pink dress.
single haste move to L22, attack roll to throw meat 18. If it swoops in, AOO before it hits me. AOO hits AC 32 for 15 slashing damage
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 d3=3 ; Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 12:54:11 AM
As the three creatures close with the group Devlin closes his eyes and concentrates on drawing the very forces of nature to his aid. As he mutters the air begins to shimmer and shift and beings made of wind begin to coalesce. Raeb stays at the Dwarfs side a snarl on her face.
Actions: Drop Daylight to cast Summon Natures Ally II (Full Round Action) Summon d3 Air Elementals = 3 Raeb Hold
David W Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 3:19:14 AM I resent the map. Those who posted are welcome to repost. If you are happy with Monday's post as round 1, please indicate it in Tuesday's post and I will count it.
Shonti AC16/T13/F14 - CMD14 - HP46/50........ Spectral Hand HP 4/4 6d6=21 ; Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 1:13:53 PM
Shonti moves forward towards the closest table, but doesn't quite make it there yet. He steps slowly compared to his hasted brethren, but with purpose. As he gets near the food stand, the sorcerer begins swirling his hands around in a sphere shape. He shouts "Back off you beasts!" as he stops swirling his hands and points to the center wyvern. A tiny blue light shoots forth from his fingertips towards the wyvern, exploding in a shocking blue ball of lightning that engulfs the beast when it reaches the blue dragon.The ball of lightning fades into nothingness just as quickly as it erupted around the wyvern. After the magic stops, Shonti turns to Shinto. "Get in there brother, Kill those beasts!!" ================================================ OOC: Everybody who was hasted, don't forget your bonuses from that. Also, everyone remember our Bless bonuses!!
Actions: Move: 20' to K,5. Standard: Cast Fireball at the coordinates for Wyvern 2.. Use Elemental Bloodline to change that to shock damage and electricity spell descriptor. 6d6=21 Shock Damage to W2. Reflex Save DC=19 for half.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 90/90 -- HASTED Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 4:51:14 PM
Bruagh takes a defensive stance and clangs his axe against his shield trying to get the attention of Wyvern 1 and Wyvern 2. "Someone get that girl away from the battle!" he cries to his friends.
Full Round Defense. +4 to AC... effective AC 28 this round. Make that 29 with Haste.
(That only applies if they are still 30ft up in there air... if not, Bruagh would charge Wyvern #1.)
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 24/11/20 -- CMD 22/26 -- HP 90/90 -- HASTED Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 4:52:45 PM
Sam moves up 5ft and begins calling out to inspire his allies. "Leave no doubt to anyone who stands here today, who we are... We are the GRIMGUARD!!!"
Inspire Courage Round 1 (+2 to well... most everything.)
(Posting for our good ol' Assistant DM)
David W:That's ex-good ol' Assistant DM to you! Matt's taking over now that I'm a DM.
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 5:46:44 PM
OOC: I'm good with where Devlin is at. Yeah, going to be ADM for you guys. As long as that's OK with you. No wait they said to take charge and not show fear to the PCs. I'm your ADM and your going to like it. Shoot was that too overbearing, sorry if I hurt your feelings. :)
Thanks to Dave for being the proverbial glue that kept us running smoothly, hopefully I can do the same.
Good luck with being a DM for Humbles Ford.
David W: Thanks Matt. I already told Ken about yesterday's mishap. Free pass for 4/1.
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 7:50:06 PM
OOC Standing by yesterday's action which wasn't done on April's fools from my point of view...um, SO THERE!
Oathbreaker (Ian) 19/15/15 - 49/49 - CMD 21 d20+11=26 ; d8+3=9 ; d6=1 ; Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 7:56:48 PM
The Oathbreaker strides forward silently, bringing his sparking bow up to face the wyverns. Taking careful aim, the masked dwarf launches an arrow at the lizard.
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Move action to Q15 Attack w/ longbow: 27 Damage: 9+1 shock Adjusted AC to incorporate haste bonus as well as Ring of Deflection bonus I had apparently forgotten to add...
EDIT : Attacking W3
Dernock Uristson HP 44/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 9:01:20 PM
Dernock grabs the boy by the arm and thrust him in Shonti's direction Lad I need ya to run over there right now, ya here me He commands. Dernock then runs to the table (K20) [B]Lass, I'm here to help.[B] he gestures to pick her up before getting ready to run towards Shonti
Urval Torsten: AC23/13/17 - CMD17 - HP54/54 Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 10:24:00 PM
Urval ponders the battlefield for a moment, seeing the trapped girl and the impeding doom, and thinking quickly readies a action to blind any wyvern that attacks any civilian target.
OOC: as above, DC for blindness is 16, and has a range of 160'
Shinto HP:54/54 AC: 22/ F: 21/ T: 11 CMD: 22/26 vs trip Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 11:20:30 PM
Shinto grins as his brother sends a shocking ball and quickly nods and barrels forward, chanting along with sams final words, Grim Guard! Shinto makes his way towards the battle, to I,16
David W d20+10=22 ; d20+10=12 ; d20+5=23 ; d20+5=9 ; d20+6=10 ; d20+5=19 ; d20+5=9 ; d20+10=27 ; d20+5=23 ; d20+5=23 ; d20+10=29 ; d20+16=30 ; d6+4=6 ; d6+2=8 ; d6+2=6 ; 2d6+4=12 ; d20+5=17 ; d4=2 ; d20+9=24 ; Wednesday April 3rd, 2013 3:00:05 AM NEW DM DISCLAIMER: I picked a tough first battle (rules wise) for myself. This post took forever to complete! I will be doing the best I can between flying, 3D movement, and grappling rules to do this right. "Post private to DM" if you think I'm off on my rulings. I can always edit my posts. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sam shouts out to inspire the Grim Guard as the battle commences. He joins Devlin, Raeb, and Urval near the serving stand. Devlin begins summoning some much-needed assistance.
Bruagh charges forward to the awe of all viewing this encounter. The dwarf, whether fueled by concern for the innocent or pure bloodlust meets a wyvern (W1) head on. The experienced fighter assumes a defensive stance as the creature strikes. With weapon and shield, Bruagh fends off all of the attacks. The unsatisfied wyvern climbs after the failed assault. (hit AC 22,12,23, and 9)
Shonti starts off the battle by launching a ball of electricity at an approaching wyvern (W2). A spark of electricity arcs between the beast's snout and mandible which lights up its mouth and causes it to roar with pain. (reflex=10 failed for 21 damage)
Dernock, Terser, and Shinto rush to the aid of the children. The boy follows Dernock's orders and passes Oathbreaker as he seeks cover. The "princess" crawls to Dernock's side as the wyvern (W2) dives towards the central group. She screams and crawls under the next table (K18). Urval casts blindness on the wyvern, but the monster resists. (fort=24)
Seeing the girl climb to cover, Terser turns and readies his longaxe. The axe strikes the dragon the second before it attacks him. (15 damage) The combination of shock damage from Shonti and Terser proves too much for the 1 ton beast as it is forced to land next to the dwarves! (fly check=9 failed)
The vengeful response from the grounded wyvern proves to be devastating. Terser is struck in his left arm by the poison-barbed tail and a wing to the face! (hit AC 27 and 23. Terser takes 14 damage. Fort DC=17 or take 2 Con damage/round for 6 rounds. Cure with 2 consecutive saves.)
Dernock is rewarded for his caring heroism with a wing to the leg that is followed by a clenching bite that grapples his torso! (hit AC 23 and 29. Grapple CMB=30. Dernock takes 18 damage and has grappled condition. CMD=23 to escape.)
Oathbreaker finds a central shooting position as he eyes his victim. He let's out a slow breath as his electrically charged arrow is released and strikes a passing wyvern in the throat. (10 damage to W3) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ROUND 2
Wyvern #1 at 10' on a SW heading and unharmed and out of melee range
Wyvern #2 is grounded/grappling and at 37 hp
Wyvern #3 is at 50' on a NW heading and at 63 hp
Devlin -- AC 18/13/16 -- CMD 17 -- HP 48/48(2 NL) --------- Raeb -- AC 19/13/16 -- CMD 22 -- HP 46/46 d20+6=21 ; d4+1=5 ; d20+10=29 ; d4+1=5 ; d20+17=35 ; d20+17=24 ; d20+17=35 ; Wednesday April 3rd, 2013 4:49:18 AM
Devlin opens his eyes as three Air Elementals appear hovering above the food cart. Vague outlines of vicious birds of prey can be seen though their wings are just a blur of wind. With a torrent of backwash that nearly topples the cart the Elementals fly towards separate targets.
Elemental 1 rises 40 feet in the air before rushing past W3 slamming it in the flank as he does. He ends his flight 50' in the air over the food tent.
Elemental 2 rushes towards the fight in the middle of the food court and slams a torrent of air into W3's back leg crumpling the flesh.
Elemental 3 Rush to help Bruagh it speeds through the air trying to catch up with W1.
Devlin mutters a few more words and his right hand is encased in flickering flames, he sets his sights on W3 and waits for it to come closer. Raeb as always stays by his side.
Actions: Elementals summoned to (E3)M7, (E2)N7, (E1)O7 (10' off the ground) Devlin cast Produce Flame
E1 Rise 40' and Move to AA,7 Flyby Attack to hit W3 (Causes AOO) To hit = 21 Dam = 5 Fly = 35
E2 Charges W2 (Moves to N, 18) To Hit = 29 Dam = 5 Fly = 24
E3 Flies to F18 Fly = 35
Elemental Stats:Highlight to display spoiler: { AC 17, touch 14, flat-footed 14 (+3 Dex, +3 natural, +1 size) hp 13 (2d10+2) Fort +4, Ref +6, Will +0 Defensive Abilities: Air Mastery (All flying creatures are at -1 To Hit and Dam vs Air Elementals) Speed fly 100 ft. (perfect)}
Dernock Uristson HP 26/44 AC 22/15/19 CMD22 d20+9=13 ; Wednesday April 3rd, 2013 4:52:33 AM ARGGGH! Nooo! Not the Waist! Not the Waist! Get it off! Get it off! Get it off! Dernock hollers as he tries to squirm out of the Wyvrns mouth ineffectually.
CMB to escape the grapple was 13
Terser: HP 72/72 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 23 (raging HP 70/84, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 25) d20+15=33 ; d20+19=26 ; d20+14=33 ; d10+13=19 ; d10+13=23 ; Wednesday April 3rd, 2013 11:47:33 AM
Terser grins like a madman, seeing an easy target for his rage, and lays into the grounded wyvern after shrugging off the initial effects of its poison.
activate rage - effective AC 20/12/20 (-2 rage, +1 haste) fort save 33, round 1 success
He lays into the beast with his glaive, scoring two solid hits and hopefully allowing Dernock to break free.
step to (L22) darn, forgot to power attack! hit AC 26, 33 damage 19 + 23 slashing it's a glaive now - character reset made my longaxe illegal ;-(
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