Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 16 Tch 16 Ffted 13 HP 38/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Monday December 1st, 2014 5:45:01 PM
The second attack comes just as sudden and unavoidable as the first.
A little frustrated, Nikolai apologizes for the bad judgement thinking that the Fist would be ignored and proposes picking up camp and moving on.
"I know that means no rest for the mages, but there's no rest here with these things either. We know the trail well enough so it is only a matter of keeping an eye out on night prowlers. Tinker and Michael take the scouting position and we'll follow."
With that he starts gathering up what few items they've set out and waits to take up a spot in the rear and has Linden take up the lead point behind the scouts, with William, Pru, and Bruagh.
AC 17 T13 F14 CMD 18 (22 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 34/34 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+9=12 ; d20+9=20 ; d20+2=17 ; Monday December 1st, 2014 6:01:17 PM
Tinker shoulders his pack and heads to the front with Michael. No rest for the group. "Bet we can lose them if we went through a Blood Cypress. They wouldn't be able to follow. Going to be tired by the time we get there though. "
He wonders if they should change tactics and attack the wisps instead...
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 16 Tch 16 Ffted 13 HP 38/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Monday December 1st, 2014 9:31:01 PM
Nikolai points east and wonders if it was a good idea to avoid the Blood Cypress. No way to know now.
"My bet is that they are tied to this area. Once we put several miles behind us I'm hoping they'll leave us."
OOC: btw, when they attacked, did they have to come down to touch or did they stay the 20' up in the air?
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP37/37 Me +4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Monday December 1st, 2014 9:56:58 PM Sir!, I think I know their game. They want to keep us from resting, keep us on the move, keep us reacting to them. These guys will be hard to hit, and hard for the non throwers to get to. Once they've wore us down, exhausted our 'casters then they'll really come for us. They feed on fear and death. By running we are playing right into their hands.
Prudence Gundle [AC 14; HP 32/39] (Kathy) Monday December 1st, 2014 10:08:40 PM
It's a bit discouraging, but Nikolai is right--they can't stay here.
"Anyway, we're not running," she says to Michael. "We're moving. If they follow us, we'll deal with it then. And if not--well, we'll have gotten away from the attacks."
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) d20+10=20 ; d100=42 ; d10=3 ; d20+1=21 ; Monday December 1st, 2014 11:22:01 PM
Bruagh readies his axe as they move out. If he see's one of the wisps he will attempt to take it out. Readied attack hits AC 20 for 9 damage, 42% rolled as a miss chance if they are invisible, meaning I think I miss them. Perception 21
DM Ken - Map So Far - Tuesday December 2nd, 2014 11:06:08 AM
OOC Response: The wisps had to make contact, so they came down. But no one had a perception check high enough to locate them, and the people they hit were flat-flooted and couldnt really react.
In the dead of night, Nikolais Fist packs up and prepares to leave. Since they chose to bypass the West to Central Blood-Cypress, they are currently on the road between the two.
When they stopped to camp, they were only an hour or so away from the central warren. As they travel the eastern trail, following the fetishes in the dark is not too difficult, thanks to those with Darkvision. Of more concern however, is the Will o' Wisps.
While they do not attack again, not outright, the closer you get to the central warren, the brighter the trio of orbs begin to glow, hovering above you and the canopy of trees!
DM Ooc: So I understand the plan, are you traveling road-style past the central warren, or taking it as far as the closest Cypress you can find, which would be the one that sends you back West? I've marked your position on the "Map so Far" map.
DM Ooc2: Everyone needs to make a DC 15 Fortitude Save or suffer from the effects of Fatigue. Highlight to display spoiler: {Characters who do not get a full night's sleep may suffer the effects of fatigue. If a PC does not get at least 6 hours of sleep, she must make a DC 15 Fortitude save or be fatigued and take a --1 penalty on all other checks and saving throws against sleep effects. A second night without sleep requires another DC 15 Fortitude save. A failed save results in the character becoming exhausted and the penalties increasing to --2. A third failed save on the next night increases the penalties to --3.}
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) d20+8=10 ; d20=9 ; d20+9=11 ; Tuesday December 2nd, 2014 11:44:19 AM
Fortitude save 10...FAIL Bruagh feels the weight of his armor more and his feet slip a little more as they flee the will o wisps.He maintains his vigilance against their attacks though. Perception 9 Readied Attack hits AC 11 not bothering with the rest because the wisp would need to be dead for that to hit in the first place. Even then I am not sure it would.
AC 17 T13 F14 CMD 18 (22 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 34/34 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+3=8 ; d20+9=18 ; d20+9=18 ; d20+2=12 ; Tuesday December 2nd, 2014 7:38:33 PM
Tinker is also tired. Slogging in the swamp for more than a week, always alert, fighting the elements, the flora and fauna, and the creatures of the swamp too. As morning comes, he feels that there is more grit in his eyes than in his boots.
"We keep to the cypress and we get away from them", says Tinker, "but first we need to get by the central warren. "
Fatigued.
Perception 18
Stealth 18
Survival 12
Prudence Gundle [AC 14; HP 32/39] (Kathy) d20+3=6 ; Tuesday December 2nd, 2014 7:56:37 PM
Pru was never any good on long marches, and she's not good on this one either. She stumbles along, concentrates on putting one foot in front of the other, and prays to Domi for the strength to keep going.
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 41/41 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) 2d6=8 ; Tuesday December 2nd, 2014 8:52:02 PM
Ooc. These were touch attacks? No save then? No AoO vs?
The cleric takes up the position he is ordered, then channeling, hitting EVERYONE within the Fist who are hurt. Healing 8 to everyone in range.
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 hp 23/23 d20+5=23 ; Tuesday December 2nd, 2014 9:28:58 PM
William also grudges along and ... Fort 23 and he manages to keep going for now...
He is uncertain they can get away from the wisps and the longer they wait the weaker they will be... " I still think we should fight .... " He urges
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 16 Tch 16 Ffted 13 HP 38/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) d20+9=23 ; d20+8=21 ; d20+11=31 ; d20+9=19 ; Tuesday December 2nd, 2014 10:25:27 PM
Fort +9 DC15 = 23
Nikolai's elven blood and his monk training has kept him very well rested. It also helps the he's not carrying heavy armor. Being in the back, and familiar with his Fist and how they move, he sees some of his friends lag some.
"You have a point, Tinker. We avoided the Blood Root earlier because of the warning from that the last gnoll gave. At this point, it would seem to be safe to use them."
Nikolai brings up the map from memory. "We don't want t use the next one up. We need to pass the main warren. One thing to our advantage is if the gnolls know what these colorful lights are, then they'll more likely leave us alone." he says with some mirth.
Once close to the central warren, Nikolai gets off the path and avoids the main warren, making a large detour, and picking up the path again on the other side.
Survival (bypass the main warren and pick up the trail on the other side) +8 = 21
Perception +11 = 31!
Stealth +9 = 19
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP37/37 Me +4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+3=19 ; d20+10=27 ; d20+8=21 ; d6=3 ; Wednesday December 3rd, 2014 12:24:29 AM
Michael is too hyped and annoyed to feel the lack of sleep. He feels something is really really wrong with this whole encounter, "Sir, if these things stay with us and keep announcing our position, a gnoll patrol is going to find us, then our operational life for this mission is done, we are not going to be able to take on a whole gnoll warren. That's what these things want, death and fear. They are playing us. What if these things have a deal with the gnolls? the gnolls have them as watch dogs and they get to eat the fear of the ones the gnolls kill.
rolls are Fort save d20+3=19 perception d20+10=27 and If one of the things shows itself, i give it a shot of the staff sling to hit ac 21 damage 3
DM Ken - Map So Far - d20+1=7 ; d20+1=19 ; d20+1=4 ; d20+1=21 (Highest enemy perception roll); d20+1=8 ; d20+1=5 ; d20+1=7 ; d20+11=28(Will o' Wisp skill checks) ; d20+11=25 ; d20+11=23 ; d20+16=19(Touch attacks) ; d20+16=33 ; d20+16=25 ; 2d6=6 (Damage rolls); 2d6=8 ; 2d6=12 ; Wednesday December 3rd, 2014 3:08:53 PM
As the party marches, following Nikolais plan of skirting the main Warren to nab the trail again on the eastern side, their focused Thumb thinks he is able to make out the faint outlines of the creature, its orb like body disrupting the beams of moonlight filtering in through the clouds.
Fatigue comes over several of the party, having been disrupted to march through sleepy time. Linden helps with this however, channeling away the party fatigue and
As they flicker in color, Matthew responds with a sling bullet that sails wide. In response, all three orbs dart downwards, shocking the Halfling!
Wisp 1: Hits AC 19 for 6 electric damage. Wisp 2: Hits AC 33 for 8 electric damage. Wisp 3: Hits AC 25 for 12 electric damage.
Braugh takes a free swing at the creatures, but misses wildly.
Unless somehow restrained, the Wisps return to the sky, glowing as brightly as you have seen them capable thus far. Two of them begin rotating around the third.
Off in the distance, from the direction of the main warren, snarls and growls are heard. The noises are maybe a few hundred yards off.
(Note: I know you skirted the main warren by a large detour, the growls and such are not coming from the warren itself, because it is far from earshot. They are coming from from that general direction, which is north of you.)
(Note2: All players are free to take either an AoO, or cast a spell in response to the attack. Wisps have 50ft move, so only a single round was involved in this attack.)
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP11/37 Me +4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+7=15 ; d20+7=25 ; d20+7=19 ; Wednesday December 3rd, 2014 3:45:13 PM
As the three whisps come in Michael pulls the bag of Plaster of Paris out of his pocket and slings it all over the place. hoping to coat the balls in powder to make them visible. kind of a poor mans dust of appearance.
OOC; Dont know what to roll for this, CMB maybe? on all three? or maybe they each need to save vs an area of effect spell?
DM OOC: Not quite sure about Plaster of Paris. I don't think that item exists in the core rule book. What Pathfinder does have is chalk and flour, which can only target 1 5ft square.
The move will certainly catch the creatures offguard. I'll give you a choice.
Please make a ranged touch attack vs AC 16 to thoroughly powder one enemy for 3 rounds or make 3 attacks vs AC 5 to coat each wisp for 1 round.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Wednesday December 3rd, 2014 4:21:16 PM " If those dogs come, put a light spell on me, so you can see what you are doing and get back. They canna hit me to save their lives and once they are in range I'll kill them all. You can haul back a few score feet and pepper them with your arrows and whatnot. We weather the gnolls and then head for the plant." The dwarf looks like the most solid thing in this swamp. You can imagine wave of gnolls breaking against his shore and the slow methodical chopping of his axe and he puts them down. A solid plan, if they don't just bury him in bodies and drag him away.
AC 17 T13 F14 CMD 18 (22 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 34/34 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+6=22 ; d8=1 ; Wednesday December 3rd, 2014 6:45:01 PM
Tinker is getting tired (though not fatigued because of Linden!) of the wisps, and grudgingly pulls out his crossbow. Unlimber, cock, and bolt, and the simple machine is ready for action. Tinker has had horrible luck with the missile weapon, but it is the only option he has.
amazingly, the wisps do not disappear and Tinker's shot is true!
Attack 22. Damage 1
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP11/37 Me +4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+4=22 ; d8=4 ; Wednesday December 3rd, 2014 6:47:47 PM
OOC: okay, I'll throughly coat one of them for 3 rounds.
Now we can see you, you rat bastard! fill'em full of holes boys!
to hit ac 22 AOO.
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 hp 23/23 d20+5=6 ; Wednesday December 3rd, 2014 8:36:21 PM
William will throw an acid dart at them, hoping to hit one of the wisps that is coated...
Touch at vs AC 6 missed
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 16 Tch 16 Ffted 13 HP 38/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) d20+6=25 ; d6+3=6 ; Wednesday December 3rd, 2014 10:47:07 PM
When the orbs attack again and one is coated with flour, Nikolai can't resist taking a swipe at it.
AoO +6 = 25! Damag = 6
A solid hit and Nikolai nearly whoops with gleeful satisfaction. The growls coming from the direction of the main warren stifle his celebration.
"Don't get carried away. They'll just want to get your hopes up and then wear you down to hopelessness." he warns.
He unslings his crossbow and loads it, not so much for the Will 'o Wisps, but for any incoming gnolls as well.
Arming and loading crossbow takes the round.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP11/37 Me +4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Wednesday December 3rd, 2014 11:46:36 PM
ooc: if someone were to attack the WoW while they are around me, wouldn't that count as a flanking maneuver?
Prudence Gundle [AC 14; HP 32/39] (Kathy) Thursday December 4th, 2014 1:18:02 AM
Pru knows she has to conserve her spells, especially if the group isn't resting tonight, but she is not without resources.
She casts a Prestidigitation, then does her best to create the visual effect of a Burning Hands spell. What she wants is that sheet of flame (or flame-like illusion) blasting upward toward the sky, in obvious warning to the wisps. And unlike a Burning Hands, this one will stay "on," so it's a continuous sheet of (illusory) flame.
She readies an action to cast a real Burning Hands if two or more wisps come into range of it.
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 41/41 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) 2d8+4=18 ; Thursday December 4th, 2014 4:50:06 AM
Linden rushes to Michael and uses a cure spell, healing 18 damage.
Ooc. Sorry for missing all. Busy week. Both comps down. Only iPod to post from.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) d20+10=17 ; d10=3 ; Thursday December 4th, 2014 9:35:20 AM
After his comment, Bruagh sees the dusted wisp and swings for it. Attack hits AC 17 (19 if the flanking counts) for 9 damage with a magical silver waraxe if those make any difference.
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 hp 23/23 Thursday December 4th, 2014 5:36:32 PM
Wiliam yells to the others, Should we fight and run, making a dash for the nearest blood gate?
DM Ken - Map So Far - Thursday December 4th, 2014 7:23:46 PM
A strange dance goes on between Double Fist and the Will o' Wisps.
Rocks fly, Wisps attack, flour explodes, and attacks are made.
Nikolai has the satisfaction of feeling his fist impact the soft, surprisingly spongy body of the Will o' Wisp. He also realizes that despite his well placed hit, the creature takes no damage. The same thing goes for the others who use melee attacks against the creatures.. they simply are hit hard enough!
Poor Tinker, also suffers this dejection. His bolt is on target, but bounces harmlessly of whatever type of protection it is that these creatures possess.
(Will of Wisp - AC 26)
The only other display of might comes from Prudence, who in no uncertain terms communicates her threat of pain and fire to the creatures. They quickly back off, glowing brightly. Some colors flash, and one leaves the other two, streaking north.
Not long after, a series of howls erupts through the swamp, coming from the north as well, and close enough that you can hear not only the barking of Gnolls and hyenas, but the heavy panting and footfalls of something very very large.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) d20+10=15 ; Thursday December 4th, 2014 7:32:42 PM " Stay or go? Not all of us move very fast, what's the call? They called the bluff and called in their buddies the Gnolls." Bruagh holds his ground waiting for Nikolai's order. He readies a swing in case the wisps come back. Attack hits AC 15, so that'll miss. If the boss says go he will, holding the line at the back of the group.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 16 Tch 16 Ffted 13 HP 38/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Thursday December 4th, 2014 8:54:51 PM
OOC: oddly enough, I was thinking we were circling north but I failed to mention which direction, so, oh well. :)
IC: Nikolai grunts when his well aimed fist feels the spongy center of the Will 'o Wisp but does not sense he damaged it.
If it were just the WoWs, he would encourage continuing their casual hike, but a quick assessment that their current situation is about to change for the worse, he issues the order to make a strategic withdrawal as fast as they can to the east.
"Change in plans, Fist. Our map shows a Blood Root somewhere around here real close but in the direction of all that noise. Tinker and Michael, lead the way due east as fast as you can. Linden, stick with Pru and William. Bruagh and I will hold the vanguard. Chances are they are hunting some beast that just happens to be coming our way."
He hands the Wand of Cure Light Wounds to Linden, then has the Necklace of Fireballs ready for use to slow down anything coming their way.
"And remember, whatever happens, don't Panic!"
OOC: So, the plan is to head due east, as the nearest Blood Root is actually north where, if I'm not mistaken, the noise coming our way is from.
AC 17 T13 F14 CMD 18 (22 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 34/34 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+9=20 ; d20+10=22 ; d20+2=10 ; Thursday December 4th, 2014 11:11:13 PM
Tinker gives a sketchy salute and prepares to head out. The crossbow recocked and a Centaurs Taur Try can't rip later, and Tinker is ready to lead the group east, then north.
Gaurs Try +1 stealth.
Perception 20
Stealth 22
Survival 10
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 41/41 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Friday December 5th, 2014 12:07:29 AM
"Panic?! You kidding boss? First thing the clerics teach is triage. Then in tactics to train you to keep your head. I'm fine." As he fumbles the wand but he holds on. With an impish grin, he moves from Michael to Bruagh. He uses a SacBond in Nikolai. (Remember the AC and save bonus :))
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP29/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Friday December 5th, 2014 12:25:07 AM
Checking in
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP29/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+10=12 ; d20+15=20 ; d20+2=17 ; Friday December 5th, 2014 12:35:58 AM
OOC: sorry when I refreshed a lot of new stuff was out.
Still shaking from the High voltage love taps, Michael does his best to follow the orders given, His mind still sharp, but his body and eyes don't seem to be working 100% he follows Tinker due East.
Perception =12 stealth = 20 survival = 17
Prudence Gundle [AC 14; HP 39/39] (Kathy) Friday December 5th, 2014 1:03:35 AM
"Uhh....oops." Pru's display had succeeded in scaring off the wisps, but it seems they summoned the gnolls and now the fist is in real trouble.
"Um, sorry," she says. She grabs her spear and prepares to move out with the rest.
[Just in case it's relevent, Pru's Prestidigitation is still active, although she stopped doing the sheet of flame thing.]
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP29/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Friday December 5th, 2014 10:28:31 AM if the WoW are still lit up, and going the opposite way, if we go dark the gnolls might follow them.
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 hp 23/23 Friday December 5th, 2014 1:24:59 PM
William sees the wisps reaction to prus fire and he congratulates her on the fine display of spellcasting.
He hustles with the rest and keeps up his pace, not ready to get into a fight with whatever big is coming their way...
DM Ken - Map So Far - Friday December 5th, 2014 2:29:34 PM
Nikolai is quick and efficient with his orders.
(Correct me if I'm wrong!)
Michael and Tinker are to move at full speed due east, eschewing stealth. If the scouts attempt to maintain any semblance of sneakery, they will have to move half speed.
Linden, William, and Prudence are also ordered to the east, behind the scouts. I assume that no lack in speed allows them to maintain pace with Michael and Tinker, unless they are ordered to create a separation.
Nikolai and Braugh stay put, holding the line against an unknown Gnoll threat from the north.
Please verify the plan, as it will greatly affect the next DM post.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) d20+8=13 ; d10=6 ; Friday December 5th, 2014 3:37:45 PM
OOC Stealth can be used at full speed, with a significant penalty. Some rogue talents mitigate or eliminate this penalty, as do some racial abilities. Bruagh gets ready for the first opponent to come through the trees/swamp at him. Power attack 1st opponent he sees. Hit AC 13 (god I suck for hitting) for 16 damage
AC 18 T14 F14 CMD 19 (23 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 42/42 "Tinker" (SteveK) Friday December 5th, 2014 9:25:34 PM
ooc: Tinker is moving at normal speed. Corebook says it is a -5 penalty if moving faster than half speed but less than full speed. Since Tinker and Michael are both at 20 foot move and slower than everyone else already, it doesn't make sense to move slower.
OOC2: Tinker reflecting 5th level for AC, hitpoints, skills, and saves. He took one level of Fighter to beef up the Thumb's melee capability with the loss of Cameron, Carver, and soon to be Braugh.
Tinker forgets stealth and concentrates on making time.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 16 Tch 16 Ffted 13 HP 38/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Friday December 5th, 2014 9:31:36 PM
OOC: That's pretty close except that Nikolai and Bruagh aren't 'staying behind' but simply bringing up the rear. If the Gnolls catch up, Nikolai plans to use a bead from the necklace to make them think twice. The idead is that Nikolai and Bruagh have the best chance to slow the gnolls down and Linden needs to stay with the mages to protect them and heal them and Tinker needs to find a safe path eastwards and towards the eastern Blood Root.
Help any?
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 50/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Saturday December 6th, 2014 1:12:35 AM
OOC: Sorry for the lateness of the post. Using an friends machine to update character sheet. And everyone forgive me, I have to post my stuff in text due to tech issues. Not sure yet how to use Docs app on Ipod to edit. Remember Nik, you have SacBond!!
Linden admins healing when needed.
Highlight to display spoiler: {Prepared Spells: Equals 5th CL (DC 10+Wis Mod 3+spell level) Cast spells (*) Domain Spells -- Cure Light Wounds (instant), Aid (1min/level), Cure Serious (instant)
Orisons(4) -- Light (10min/lvl, object,no,no), Mending (1lb/lvl,instant,will,SR), Guidance (one touched, 1 min or discharged, will negates, SR yes), Resistance (touched, 1min,will negates,SR yes)
1st(4)- Shield of Faith (touched,1min/lvl,will,SR), Bless (50',allies,1min/lvl,no,SR), Pro. From Evil (touched,1min/lvl,no/see text), Sanctuary (touched, 1rnd/lvl)
Granted/Cleric Powers: Aid Another : Bonus Doubles (Standard Action, You make an attack roll against AC 10. If you succeed, your friend gains either a +4 bonus on his next attack roll against that opponent or a +4 bonus to AC against that opponent's next attack (your choice), as long as that attack comes before the beginning of your next turn, vs. spells/skills too) Sacrificial Bond (Su) : 6/day (Shield Other, one target at a time, used in minute increments) Rebuke Death (Sp) : 6/day (Standard action, target must be below 0, heals 1d4 + 1 every 2 cleric levels.) Channel Energy (Su): 5/day (3d6, 30ft radius centered) Legacy Item (rod): Grants +1 Sense Motive, +2 Diplomacy with Mailed Fist, Soldiers, Mercenaries, and Wartime Sailors, Counts as a Reliquary, Detect Thoughts 1/Module, Spontaneous Casting : 'Cure' spells Persistent Effects:, Large - 5' Reach, Low Light Vision, Speed 50 (35 in armor), Aura of Good
Item Provided Abilities: Heirloom Feat (Holy Symbol) +1 Luck bonus to saves, Haversack, Pearl of Power 1, Legacy Item (Rod) Consumables: Healer's Kit (10/10 uses), Starknife, Bolts x24, Rations 14 days, bottles of purple wine x1, Silversheen x2 Potions: Cure Moderate Wound(2d8+3), Barkskin +3, Bull's Strength Scrolls: Magic Weapon x2 Hero Points: 3/4, Hero Points Spent: 1 Linden requisitions November 28, 2013 First Mission Materials (GROUP USE) [not counted as character value] 8 1st level scrolls of Cure Light Wounds (200gp), 1 scroll of Detect Magic (12.5), 1 scroll of read magic(12.5), 1 scroll of Create Water(12.5), 1 scroll of Detect Poison(12.5), 1 scroll of Purify Foor and Drink(12.5) (all scroll created at minimum CL), 1 Antitoxin (50gp), 1 Acid flasks (10gp)}
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP29/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d8=6 ; d20+10=16 ; Saturday December 6th, 2014 8:44:57 AM
Michael forgets stealth and concentrates on beating feet in the correct direction. He pulls a potion of healing from the pocket of his pants and chugs it.
CLW potion d8=6 29+6= 35 perception d20+10=16
Prudence Gundle [AC 14; HP 39/39] (Kathy) d20+3=12 ; Saturday December 6th, 2014 9:48:23 PM
Although Pru is not officially a scout, she creeps along as quietly as she can.
[Stealth 12]
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 hp 23/23 d20+7=11 ; d20+4=12 ; Sunday December 7th, 2014 4:55:11 PM
William also keeps moving silently, hoping that they can get to a safe point or that the gnolls have to deal with the wisps or whatever big is coming their way...
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 50/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Monday December 8th, 2014 7:16:54 PM
Ooc. Checking in. Just FYI. I rolled Lindys hps in LnB
Prudence Gundle [AC 14; HP 39/39] (Kathy) Monday December 8th, 2014 7:38:49 PM
[Monday post, because I'm in Deadline Hell at work and I don't know when I'll be able to come to the board again.]
Nikolais Fist pushes east through the swamp. Not following a marked path however, they find they navigation is both slow and confusing, especially at night.
Despite their best efforts at haste, a few factors play against the heroes. Because of the slower members of the party, the rear guard finds itself closer and closer to the gibbering howls of the Gnoll hunting party.
Worse, ahead and around them are the brightly glowing orbs of the Will o' Wisps, who weren't as hindered by the thick swamp.The wisps are glowing something fierce, each as bright as two torches. Despite your maneuvers, you find yourselves in the jaws of a quickly closing trap. The Will o' Wisps crowd in front of you, threatening to shock anyone who tries to move past them.
A quick count is also troubling. There are currently no less than five of the glowing creatures, rising above an ominous mist that has swiftly crept through the fog!
Fog: Foggy squares obscure line of sight and grant partial cover to a creature within them. This does not stack, so putting multiple squares between you and your foes does not give full cover. The fog is only waist high or so.
Trees: The tree hexes are impassible.
All Terrain: Is difficult terrain, so -5ft movement for all and no charging.
AC 18 T14 F14 CMD 19 (23 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 42/42 "Tinker" (SteveK) d12=6 ; d20+7=27 ; d20+7=12 ; d8=6 ; Monday December 8th, 2014 10:19:05 PM
"Looks like the Wisps want to have fight happen, and we can't fight the wisps. Means we will just have to kill all the gnolls right?"
Tinker holds his position, ready to shoot the first enemy that moves close to Prudence and William.
Ready attack. 27... Nat 20! No crit. Damage 6
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 16 Tch 16 Ffted 13 HP 38/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Monday December 8th, 2014 10:33:11 PM
Nikolai calls for the front line to halt, seeing that they running now would just get them separated.
"Find a line of trees to put to your back!" he calls out to the front line. To Bruagh and Michael he says, "Stay with me. Don't get heroic ideas and try to fend them off on your own. We make a line up ahead," and points to where the front went around some trees.
Nikolai palms a bead from the necklace (7d6) and holds it ready as he moves into position.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) d20+8=24 ; d10=4 ; Monday December 8th, 2014 11:01:53 PM " Game time. I think Michael and I can handle the North, burn the South and then go help them with the real threat, we'll hold the back line. Michael, stick near me and shank them when they surround me." Bruagh moves to the nearest gnoll and swings Attack hits AC 24 for 14 damage
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Monday December 8th, 2014 11:03:56 PM
didn't see the difficult terrain part, that will need to be a readied action.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP29/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+15=21 ; d20+13=27 ; d20+8=25 ; d6=5 ; 2d6=10 ; Tuesday December 9th, 2014 12:08:34 AM
Michael gives Bruagh a thumbs up and quietly climbs up the tree he is near. Finding a good perch he readies his staff sling to take the gnolls under fire.
if I am stealthy enough, this first attack aught to be a suprise, so I'm gonna roll sneak attack damage since I'll be within 30 ft when I take the shot. stealth d20+15=21 climb d20=13=27 to hit AC25 (1d6=5 +2d6=10)=15 points of damage +2 points bleed damage per round. I know that bruagh can take one gnoll by himself so I wait till more than one approaches before I fire.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 16 Tch 16 Ffted 13 HP 38/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Tuesday December 9th, 2014 1:28:42 PM
Nikolai gets to a position where he sees the other four and where he can try to block any incoming gnolls but sees that both Michael and Bruagh commit the usual tactical error of going forward without support instead of forming up in a defensive line. It's too late to stop them but there's nothing he can do to Fist members that would rather do heroics than follow orders. They will get surrounded and outflanked no one will be able to help them.
Nikolai does not wright them off, though, and holds his Fireball bead ready to toss when he sees a good grouping of the enemy. He may get his friends in the fire as well, but he has to think of the Fist as a whole.
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 + Cover, hp 30/30 Tuesday December 9th, 2014 8:25:17 PM
William sees the enemy approaching and takes a 5' step and crouches, keeping the large tree behind him and his Tauran friend in front... He casts SM 2 (using his POP), calling forth an earth elemental that'll arrive next turn... ________ Cover (crouched) from archers in front and cover from enemy behind him due to the tree
Cast Spells 1. SM 2, Web (Expired) 2. Mage Armor (Active) 3. Used his pearl of power to cast SM 2 again (Active)
AC 18 T14 F14 CMD 19 (23 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 42/42 "Tinker" (SteveK) Tuesday December 9th, 2014 9:07:21 PM
Tinker continues to hold his position and Readies his attack.
Prudence Gundle [AC 14; HP 39/39] (Kathy) Tuesday December 9th, 2014 10:15:01 PM
"Wish he'd stay put," Pru mutters, and scoots up to cast Mage Armor on Nikolai.
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 50/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Tuesday December 9th, 2014 10:25:11 PM
Linden stays put, ready to heal. "I really dislike swamps now."
Highlight to display spoiler: {Prepared Spells: Equals 5th CL (DC 10+Wis Mod 3+spell level) Cast spells (*) Domain Spells -- Cure Light Wounds (instant), Aid (1min/level), Cure Serious (instant) Orisons(4) -- Light (10min/lvl, object,no,no), Mending (1lb/lvl,instant,will,SR), Guidance (one touched, 1 min or discharged, will negates, SR yes), Resistance (touched, 1min,will negates,SR yes) 1st(4)- Shield of Faith (touched,1min/lvl,will,SR), Bless (50',allies,1min/lvl,no,SR), Pro. From Evil (touched,1min/lvl,no/see text), Sanctuary (touched, 1rnd/lvl) 2nd(3)- Bear's Endurance (touch, creature touched, 1min/level, Will negates, SR), Silence x2* 3rd (3)- Continual Flames (Perm)x2
Granted/Cleric Powers: Aid Another : Bonus Doubles (Standard Action, You make an attack roll against AC 10. If you succeed, your friend gains either a +4 bonus on his next attack roll against that opponent or a +4 bonus to AC against that opponent's next attack (your choice), as long as that attack comes before the beginning of your next turn, vs. spells/skills too) Sacrificial Bond (Su) : 6/day *(Shield Other, one target at a time, used in minute increments) Rebuke Death (Sp) : 6/day (Standard action, target must be below 0, heals 1d4 + 1 every 2 cleric levels.) Channel Energy (Su): 5/day* (3d6, 30ft radius centered) Legacy Item (rod): Grants +1 Sense Motive, +2 Diplomacy with Mailed Fist, Soldiers, Mercenaries, and Wartime Sailors, Counts as a Reliquary, Detect Thoughts 1/Module, Spontaneous Casting : 'Cure' spells Persistent Effects:, Large - 5' Reach, Low Light Vision, Speed 50 (35 in armor), Aura of Good
Item Provided Abilities: Heirloom Feat (Holy Symbol) +1 Luck bonus to saves, Haversack, Pearl of Power 1, Legacy Item (Rod) Consumables: Healer's Kit (10/10 uses), Starknife, Bolts x24, Rations 14 days, bottles of purple wine x1, Silversheen x2 Potions: Cure Moderate Wound(2d8+3), Barkskin +3, Bull's Strength Scrolls: Magic Weapon x2 Hero Points: 3/4, Hero Points Spent: 1 Linden requisitions November 28, 2013 First Mission Materials (GROUP USE) [not counted as character value] 8 1st level scrolls of Cure Light Wounds (200gp), 1 scroll of Detect Magic (12.5), 1 scroll of read magic(12.5), 1 scroll of Create Water(12.5), 1 scroll of Detect Poison(12.5), 1 scroll of Purify Foor and Drink(12.5) (all scroll created at minimum CL), 1 Antitoxin (50gp), 1 Acid flasks (10gp)}
DM Ken - Map So Far - Wisplight Fight d8=2 ; d3=3 ; d20+5=20 ; d20+5=25 ; d20+5=7 ; d20+5=14 ; d8+3=6 ; d20+16=32 ; d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d20+16=34 ; d6=6 ; d6=1 ; Wednesday December 10th, 2014 12:15:20 AM
As the party of Gnolls crashes through the swamp, they skid to a brief pause.
Gnollish Speakers: Highlight to display spoiler: {"What? Weve been tricked! There's more than a couple!"}
Without much pause, the Gnolls continue forward, with one larger Gnoll barking the orders to advance. Muscles ripple over this particular specimen, and his violent eyes gleam red. He inhales a deep breath and howls loudly, then begins making a few gestures.
Grabbing the throwing axe hanging off his belt, he hurls it into the air. It bursts through the canopy and into the night sky, exploding in a large white flare that takes a shape you've been following for weeks.. that of the fattened Gnoll fetish.
It hangs in the air but a moment, the dissipates. He ends his movement in the strange mist, sinking back into the swamp for cover.
Vs. Braugh
Three of the feral hunters surround Braugh, then hesitate, marking his heavy armor. They attack as one, and one hack from an axe sneaks through his skilled defenses. One straggles is not so lucky, and Braugh trades a wound for the life of a foe.
Miss, Nat 20 - no confirm for 6 damage, Miss.
Vs. Michael
As you hang to your spot in the tree unobserved, to the gnolls, (Your DM has decided you would not be able to fully climb a tree stealthily without a double move at least.) you feel a disturbing presence hanging in the air behind you. A voice whispers from the wisp, chill as the air in a grave.
"All must fight. Pain is the price of life.."
The creature gently rubs its body on Michael, sending shocking jolts through the halfling.
Hit AC 32 for 6 electric damage.
The rest of his pack race forward, though a number of them seem to unsure of their new situation. One of the Dire Hyenas, a beast you have encountered before, hesitates in its charge. Quickly a Will o' the Wisp darts down and delivers a nasty jolt, surprising the beast and eliciting a sharp yelp.
Vs Linden and Tinker
Two of the Wisps flash colors and hover slightly towards you. You hear a whisper in the fog..
"All must fight. Pain is the price of life.."
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 50/56 (David Feest posting) d20+8=20 ; d10=7 ; Wednesday December 10th, 2014 12:43:40 AM
Bruagh rolls with the blow, knowing eventually one would break his defenses, he had hoped it would take longer. He has succeeded in drawing them together however. Now begins the dance. He swings at the one behind him and begins a fighting withdrawal toward the line that the group has now had time to set up. Attack hits AC 20 for 17 damage "I'm here ya silly dogs! Cut your teeth on real prey!" Bruagh taunts the gnolls trying to draw them closer to him, so that Nikolai can get them dead and they can run for the Blood root.
OOC Working perfectly as I see it, especially if more come for me. Then all I need to do is survive the fireball.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP23/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+4=23 ; Wednesday December 10th, 2014 1:10:26 AM Then by all means lets fight!
when he feels the familiar shocking brush Michaels hand reaches into his pocket and pulls out a sack, He quickly attempts to snag the wisp in the bag. after he does this he shoves his staff sling into the sack reaches into his other pocket for some twine and ties the sack closed around the staff. if he succeeds he will use this improvised weapon in the coming encouters, if not he still hops down and attempts to flank the gnolls around Braugh.
ooc: I know that's a lot, but these might be my actions for the next several rounds. I have the catch off guard feat, so my "sack attack" will hit the wisp minus it's dex bonus. sack attack d20+4 = AC23 no damage but I need a DC to tie the sack closed. I'll let the DM handle that one, since I don't know what to roll against. On an unrelated note, Michael is Praying to Wardd. The prayer is as follows.
Oh Wardd, patron of the insane and those that take risks, This one is right up your alley! How many have you known with the gall to steal an enemy to make a club to kill an enemy! If I don't make it, please remember the attempt, it will be so AWESOME!.
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP 39/39] [Mage Armor] (Kathy) Wednesday December 10th, 2014 1:14:10 AM
Pru casts Mage Armor on herself, then grasps her longspear, ready for battle. Well, as ready as she ever is.
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 + Cover, hp 30/30 d20+9=14 ; d6+7=10 ; Wednesday December 10th, 2014 6:06:41 PM
When his friend, Ernie the earth elemental comes in, he'll direct Ernie (who appears next to Braugh to help him fight and watch his flank) to attack the nearest dire hyena (the one to the SW)
Attack AC 14 for 10 pts of dmg
Meanwhile, William will cast another spell, summoning a lesser creature (SM 1) to help aid in the fight too... His old friend Eddie the Eagle will appear next round...
Finally, William will xlate what the gnolls said to his friends _______________ Ernie's Augmented Stats - 1/7 rounds - AC 17, touch 10, flat-footed 17 (--1 Dex, +7 natural, +1 size) hp 17, Fort +6, Ref --1, Will +3 Immune elemental traits OFFENSE Speed 20 ft., burrow 20 ft., earth glide Melee slam +8 (1d6+6) (+9, 1d6+7 if he and target are on ground) Special Attacks earth mastery - +1 att/dmg if touching the earth
Spells Used Web, Mage Armor (Active), SM 2, SM 1, POP 2 (SM2) 1/7 darts
AC 18 T14 F14 CMD 19 (23 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 42/42 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+7=16 ; d8=3 ; Wednesday December 10th, 2014 8:53:21 PM
Tinker doesn't understand the alien thoughts of the Wisps, and wonders if they understand his own thoughts. "It is called tactics and strategy you overgrown candles!"
But there is nothing Tinker can do to the Wisps, he has demonstrated that well enough. The only hope for the Agents is to kill the gnolls and hope the Wisps are satisfied. Because if they aren't, the only thing Tinker can do is bleed on them.
The dwarf moves forward, moving against the Dire hyena and shooting, then pulling his Urgosh to occupy the beast.
AC. 16. Damage. 3
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 38/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) 3d6=8 ; Wednesday December 10th, 2014 10:06:59 PM
Active Spells: Mage armor.
The bead Nikolai had chosen was a big one but for the effect he wanted would hurt his friends too much. He changes beads and gets a smaller one, then tosses it just behind Bruagh and yells, "Duck!"
3d6 fireball where the grey circle is behind Bruagh. 20' rad should hit both hyenas and two gnolls. Dmg = 8, Ref DC14 for half.
OOC: pooh! oh well.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) d20+2=12 ; Wednesday December 10th, 2014 11:09:12 PM
OOC Wow, the gnolls all by their lonesome down there were not good enough for you? Reflex 12... 8 points for me. More damage from friendly fire then enemy fire.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP23/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Thursday December 11th, 2014 12:49:11 AM
occ: Just waiting to see if my wisp club is going to work out before I post for my character.
Braugh continues the offensive, killing his second Gnoll this fight and his umpteenth since arriving in the swamps. He moves back from Gnoll and backsteps, unaware of the tiny glowing orange bead rolling on Nikolais fingertips.
Meanwhile, in the tree, Michael tries to surprise and capture a wisp, an exercise that might have paid dividends were the wisp smaller or less nimble. (Dm is ruling that since the wisp has its natural attacks, it is not unarmed and not subject to losing his dex bonus from Catch off guard.)
Prudence, mutters about her flighty Thumb, and chases him down, bestowing him with magic armor. Prudences associate in magic, William, directs an earth elemental to assault a dire hyena, but it flails against the beasts hide without impact. William himself begins the process of conjuring another minion.
Tinker has the most success with his crossbow to date, a glancing hit against one of the Dire Hyenas. The creature yips, then bears down on the dwarf. From behind him, Linden reminds Nikolai of the Sacrifical Bond they share.
Nikolai gave an order, and the party muscle ignored it. Not one to be denied a strategic opportunity, he lets fly with the magical item, which singes the fur of Gnoll and Hyena alike... and unfortunately.. the fur of a Dwarven beard.
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Vs. Braugh
Braugh finds himself drawing a crowd, of both Gnolls and Wisps. The creatures seem to glow brighter with each swing of his axe, feeding off the dying howls of the Gnolls in Braughs immediate area. None of the Gnolls manage to break through his guard for now.
Vs. Michael
Michaels attempt to capture the Wisp didn't seem to provoke much reaction. The creature hovered back a bit and observed him further. After a good pause, it circled the tree once, seemingly agitated that the halfling was still in it.
The Wisp glides forward, shocking the halfling again. (Hit AC 33 for 7 damage)
"All must fight. Pain is the price of life.."
Vs. Nikolai
The wounded Hyena crashes towards Nikolai through the cloud of smoke. It snaps its jaws, but is repelled by the magical force gifted to the monk from Prudence. The singed Gnoll fares no better.
Vs Tinker
Always noble, the stalwart rogue positions himself to shield both Linden and William from further attack. In return, he is beset by foes. While the snapping fangs of a Dire Hyena find no purchase, he feels a sick thud as an axe chops into his armor, mangling the flesh beneath. Before he can recover, the Paw Leader hefts his great sword and slams it in a sideways swing into the dwarfs lower armor sections, drawing a huge red gash through his stomach.
(Dire Hyena, Hit AC 14. Miss. Gnoll, Nat 20. Confirm vs AC 22. Hit for 22 damage. [Max Damage on roll], Paw Leader his AC 20 for 19 damage. Total of 41 damage)
The Wisps hovering near William and Linden converge, their whispers urging the spellcasters to fight. Displeased with their apparent apathy for the combat, both are attacked. So too is Prudence, who has yet to try to inflict pain upon a foe.
Vs Linden: Hit Touch AC 24 for 4 damage. Vs William: Hit Touch AC 25 for 12 damage. (Concentration check: DC 22 + Level of spell cast or lose spell) Vs Prudence: Hit Touch AC 24 for 6 damage.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) d20+8=18 ; d10=10 ; d20+8=23 ; d10=2 ; Thursday December 11th, 2014 1:23:47 AM
OOC <cough>Michael is in the AoE too. He has a good save and evasion so he is probably fine <cough> IC " What the... First yer orders are too slow, I move to follow them and ye burn me instead o' them? Screw this, I'll finish this my way Thumb. Hang on lad, I'm comin'!" Bruagh then swings into action, quite literally. As if it is an afterthought, he disembowels the gnoll next to him as he moves in behind the Hyena. As it falls to the ground with it's guts as garters the Dwarf draws on deep stores of heroism and drives his axe into the hyena savaging Tinker. VS gnoll Hit AC 18 for 20 damage, dead gnoll Hero point vs hyena hits AC 25 with Flanking for 12 damage Now Bruagh tries to get the attention of the pack leader. " YOU! With the feathers and the big sword. Face me and see if ye can stand up to punishment!" For good measure he spits at the larger gnoll.
Notes 1 hero point used Still taking the minus to movement and not charging
Also a note, I posted at the same time as Nikolai in the beginning of this fight. Call it not following orders, but I thought the tank was supposed to tank, not do complicated maneuvers in a swamp to get away from the foes. You guys have weird tactics. The wisps like my tactics fine, probably why I am not being barbequed by them.
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 46/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Thursday December 11th, 2014 1:43:29 AM
Ooc. Sorry for missing so much. I have one very pesky device to post from now. Charging it all the time.
Linden sort of shrugs off the pain but waves his hands like he's batting away Mosquitos. "What kills wisps?"
HE CASTS SANCTUARY!! Then preps another spell.
Highlight to display spoiler: {Prepared Spells: Equals 5th CL (DC 10+Wis Mod 3+spell level) Cast spells (*) Domain Spells -- Cure Light Wounds (instant), Aid (1min/level), Cure Serious (instant) Orisons(4) -- Light (10min/lvl, object,no,no), Mending (1lb/lvl,instant,will,SR), Guidance (one touched, 1 min or discharged, will negates, SR yes), Resistance (touched, 1min,will negates,SR yes) 1st(4)- Shield of Faith (touched,1min/lvl,will,SR), Bless (50',allies,1min/lvl,no,SR), Pro. From Evil (touched,1min/lvl,no/see text), Sanctuary *(touched, 1rnd/lvl) 2nd(3)- Bear's Endurance (touch, creature touched, 1min/level, Will negates, SR), Silence x2* 3rd (3)- Continual Flames (Perm)x2
Granted/Cleric Powers: Aid Another : Bonus Doubles (Standard Action, You make an attack roll against AC 10. If you succeed, your friend gains either a +4 bonus on his next attack roll against that opponent or a +4 bonus to AC against that opponent's next attack (your choice), as long as that attack comes before the beginning of your next turn, vs. spells/skills too) Sacrificial Bond (Su) : 6/day *(Shield Other, one target at a time, used in minute increments) Rebuke Death (Sp) : 6/day (Standard action, target must be below 0, heals 1d4 + 1 every 2 cleric levels.) Channel Energy (Su): 5/day* (3d6, 30ft radius centered) Legacy Item (rod): Grants +1 Sense Motive, +2 Diplomacy with Mailed Fist, Soldiers, Mercenaries, and Wartime Sailors, Counts as a Reliquary, Detect Thoughts 1/Module, Spontaneous Casting : 'Cure' spells Persistent Effects:, Large - 5' Reach, Low Light Vision, Speed 50 (35 in armor), Aura of Good
Item Provided Abilities: Heirloom Feat (Holy Symbol) +1 Luck bonus to saves, Haversack, Pearl of Power 1, Legacy Item (Rod) Consumables: Healer's Kit (10/10 uses), Starknife, Bolts x24, Rations 14 days, bottles of purple wine x1, Silversheen x2 Potions: Cure Moderate Wound(2d8+3), Barkskin +3, Bull's Strength Scrolls: Magic Weapon x2 Hero Points: 3/4, Hero Points Spent: 1 Linden requisitions November 28, 2013 First Mission Materials (GROUP USE) [not counted as character value] 8 1st level scrolls of Cure Light Wounds (200gp), 1 scroll of Detect Magic (12.5), 1 scroll of read magic(12.5), 1 scroll of Create Water(12.5), 1 scroll of Detect Poison(12.5), 1 scroll of Purify Foor and Drink(12.5) (all scroll created at minimum CL), 1 Antitoxin (50gp), 1 Acid flasks (10gp)}
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP23/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+6=24 ; d6=3 ; 2d6=7 ; Thursday December 11th, 2014 8:47:46 AM
with the sack attack missing, Michaell Drop to the ground and draws his rapier, he does so positioning himself to flank the gnoll flanking the dwarf. He slides the rapier lup under the gnolls ribs, puncturing both lungs and narrowly missing the heart. He works the sharp edge of the blade flexing it slightly as he withdraws and widening the wound, causing bright pink blood to spew forth.
to hit ac 24 (+4 natural +2 flank) Damage 1d6 +2d6 = 10 pts +2 points bleed damage per round.
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP 33/39] [Mage Armor] (Kathy) d20+2=18 ; d8-1=1 ; d20+6=18 ; d6+3=5 ; Thursday December 11th, 2014 9:03:37 AM
[OOC: It's hard to tell how high the wisp is flying, but it looks as if it moved through Pru's threatened area. Pru is holding a longspear, so she has a 10-foot reach. In case she gets one, her Attack of Opportunity hits AC 18 for 1 damage.]
"Ow! Quit it!" Pru says as the wisp's energy hits her. She turns and fires an Elemental Ray at the dire hyena attacking Nikolai. [Hit Touch AC 18 for 5 damage. Pru has the Precise Shot feat.]
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 46/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Thursday December 11th, 2014 4:34:00 PM
Ooc. Checking in.
AC 21 T17 F17 CMD 22 (26 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 1/42 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+5=24 ; d8=3 ; 2d6=6 ; Thursday December 11th, 2014 6:12:56 PM
Two swords blur in and nearly slice Tinker apart, only the toughness of Fist training keeping him alive... for the moment. But the stoic dwarf plants his feet and doesn't move; he's going to block the gap until it is not needed anymore, or die trying! "Stop arguing with Nikolai and kill these things!", he growls at Braugh through clenched teeth.
Pulling his Urgosh high, Tinker swings it about to clear some space. As he makes it more difficult for the foe to get at him, the rush of Braugh provides an opportunity, and Tinker feels the axe side kiss the Dire Hyena. It is a shallow cut, but with the animal distracted, Tinker is able to wound more deeply than first seen!
..............
Fight Defensively: +3 AC (due to acrobatics), -4 to hit
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 + Cover, hp 18/30 d20+13=31 ; d20+5=23 ; d20+5=18 ; d20+5=24 ; d4+2=5 ; d4+2=3 ; d20+9=21 ; d6+7=9 ; d4+1=2 ; Thursday December 11th, 2014 8:03:07 PM
William tries to keep his spell intact (conc 31) and is successful... Eddie appears at a spot flanking the wisp attacking William and attacks with his claws and beak, giving his master a chance to get free...
Att claw1 - hit ac25 For 5 Att claw2 - miss Att bite - hit AC 26 for 3
(Forgot flank bonus so adjusted roll)
Ernie will keep bashing the hyena.... Hit AC 23 (move 5' to flank if he can, forgot bonus) for 9 pts
William will then take a 5' step to the south west to get away from the wisp and then cast mirror image, getting 2 images. So any attack has a 33 % chance of hitting him.
DM - pls move William and Ernie as I'm on my iPad. Thx
-------- Eddie 14 AC, 7/7 hps
Ernie's Augmented Stats - 2/7 rounds - AC 17, touch 10, flat-footed 17 (--1 Dex, +7 natural, +1 size) hp 17, Fort +6, Ref --1, Will +3 Immune elemental traits OFFENSE Speed 20 ft., burrow 20 ft., earth glide Melee slam +8 (1d6+6) (+9, 1d6+7 if he and target are on ground) Special Attacks earth mastery - +1 att/dmg if touching the earth
Spells Used Web, Mage Armor (Active), SM 2, SM 1, POP 2 (SM2), mirror image 1/7 darts
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 18 HP 38/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) d20+3=7 ; d20+3=10 ; Thursday December 11th, 2014 11:31:49 PM
Active Spells: Mage armor, Sacrificial Bond (Shield Other - +1 AC, +1 Saves)
OOC: updated for SacBond.
Nikolai wants to chide Braugh that pulling back and holding a line still gives him the opportunity to kill gnolls and protect his friends at the same time. As is, Tinker is being overwhelmed. Bruagh's presence could have helped. It was all in their Fist training, fight as a unit. But he doesn't have the time.
He sees the fire ray singe the hyena and tries to take advantage of it. FoBlows Stunning Fist Att1 +3 = 7 FoBlows Stunning Fist Att1 +3 = 10
Braugh cuts through a Gnoll easily as he makes his way to his Dwarven comrade. His axe removes most of the flank tissue of the Dire Hyena. Yelping in pain, it barely makes another step before Tinker jams his urgosh into its neck, which slays the giant animal.
Linden and William are faring somewhat well. Linden casts a sanctuary spell, hoping to keep the Wisps away. Williams eagle has a little success, its talon pulling some of the soft spongy tissue away from the surprised Wisp.
Michael emerges from his tree and stabs his nearest foe, but doesn't quite have the results he was hoping for. While he wounds the Gnoll, he finds that Braugh - his flanking partner, had moved south to aid Tinker! He's been left high and dry!
Prudence and Nikolai work together in their own pocket of fighting. Much to her relief, Pru notices that even though she leaves herself exposed, the Wisp does not attack her as she fires her ray at the Hyena. What does not relieve her however, is seeing both of Nikolais blows thud harmlessly against the hide of the Dire Hyena.
Vs. Prudence
One of the Gnolls eyes Prudence warily, held in check by the frightening Will o Wisp. When the orb backs off however, satiated by Pru inflicting violence, the Gnoll steps forward and swings. [Miss vs AC9]
Vs. Nikolai is not so fortunate. The Dire Hyena, though wounded, fights back against the monk, sinking its teeth into Nikolais arm! [Hit AC 23 for 10 damage. Trip CMD 16.]
Vs. Michael notices too, that his Wisp also backs away to let him fight. The Gnoll he stabbed turns, and swats the halfling with his axe blade, cutting the small scout deep. [Hits ac19 for 11 damage]
Vs. Tinker does his best to stay on his feet, fighting defensively even after felling the Dire Hyena. He thwarts the attack of the beta Gnoll easily enough, but when the Paw Leader steps up, Tinker sees a flash of metal, gleaming under the light of the moon that has managed to break through the swamp canopy, then sees no more. He hears the maniacal chuckles of the Hyena captain, then hears no more. He feels the cold swamp water rushing through his armor and clothes, and the soft thud of his body on the earth, then feels no more. [Hit AC 25 for 17 damage. Tinker was at 1 Hp. His damage would reduce him to -16, which is more than his constitution score of 14. Tinker has died.
The Wisps all seem to respond to one of their kind being damage. Three of them streak through the air towards the summoned eagle, and two of them overwhelm the bird with shock attacks. [Hit ac 25 and 26 for 8 damage.]
The third hovers and presses against Lindens Sanctuary, but to the shock of all, it holds! Linden is safe for now! [Nat 1 vs Will DC 15]
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 46/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) d4=1 ; Friday December 12th, 2014 3:06:22 AM
Ooc. I truly didn't see Tinkers damage because of the iPod. He would have NOT cast Sanctuary! He would have taken damage and gone to Tink.
Linden charges to Tinker, his friend and Fist mate. "No!!" He takes whatever AoO. "Lord Gargul! Flower, my Godess!!! Take me. This dwarf is more worthy of life than I! I have insulted you both by my actions!!" He rushes a Rebuke Death (a granted power). (Stablizing Tinker for 3) He uses his body to shield the dwarf body from harm.
Highlight to display spoiler: {Prepared Spells: Equals 5th CL (DC 10+Wis Mod 3+spell level) Cast spells (*) Domain Spells -- Cure Light Wounds (instant), Aid (1min/level), Cure Serious (instant) Orisons(4) -- Light (10min/lvl, object,no,no), Mending (1lb/lvl,instant,will,SR), Guidance (one touched, 1 min or discharged, will negates, SR yes), Resistance (touched, 1min,will negates,SR yes) 1st(4)- Shield of Faith (touched,1min/lvl,will,SR), Bless (50',allies,1min/lvl,no,SR), Pro. From Evil (touched,1min/lvl,no/see text), Sanctuary *(touched, 1rnd/lvl) 2nd(3)- Bear's Endurance (touch, creature touched, 1min/level, Will negates, SR), Silence x2* 3rd (3)- Continual Flames (Perm)x2
Granted/Cleric Powers: Aid Another : Bonus Doubles (Standard Action, You make an attack roll against AC 10. If you succeed, your friend gains either a +4 bonus on his next attack roll against that opponent or a +4 bonus to AC against that opponent's next attack (your choice), as long as that attack comes before the beginning of your next turn, vs. spells/skills too) Sacrificial Bond (Su) : 6/day *(Shield Other, one target at a time, used in minute increments) Rebuke Death (Sp) : 6/day* (Standard action, target must be below 0, heals 1d4 + 1 every 2 cleric levels.) Channel Energy (Su): 5/day* (3d6, 30ft radius centered) Legacy Item (rod): Grants +1 Sense Motive, +2 Diplomacy with Mailed Fist, Soldiers, Mercenaries, and Wartime Sailors, Counts as a Reliquary, Detect Thoughts 1/Module, Spontaneous Casting : 'Cure' spells Persistent Effects:, Large - 5' Reach, Low Light Vision, Speed 50 (35 in armor), Aura of Good
Item Provided Abilities: Heirloom Feat (Holy Symbol) +1 Luck bonus to saves, Haversack, Pearl of Power 1, Legacy Item (Rod) Consumables: Healer's Kit (10/10 uses), Starknife, Bolts x24, Rations 14 days, bottles of purple wine x1, Silversheen x2 Potions: Cure Moderate Wound(2d8+3), Barkskin +3, Bull's Strength Scrolls: Magic Weapon x2 Hero Points: 3/4, Hero Points Spent: 1 Linden requisitions November 28, 2013 First Mission Materials (GROUP USE) [not counted as character value] 8 1st level scrolls of Cure Light Wounds (200gp), 1 scroll of Detect Magic (12.5), 1 scroll of read magic(12.5), 1 scroll of Create Water(12.5), 1 scroll of Detect Poison(12.5), 1 scroll of Purify Foor and Drink(12.5) (all scroll created at minimum CL), 1 Antitoxin (50gp), 1 Acid flasks (10gp)}
DM Note: Tinker was so far negative that he died. When a character dies, they are no longer a "a living creature" but an object. Rebuke death will not work in this case. Breath of Life would I suppose, but it's a 5th level spell. I will let you restate your action.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) d20+8=24 ; d10=10 ; Friday December 12th, 2014 7:10:24 AM
Bruagh steps up and swings. Hit AC 24 for 20 damage
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP11/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+9=18 ; d20+15=19 ; Friday December 12th, 2014 8:56:05 AM
Michaels attempt to sneakly flank the gnoll was interrupted by the fact that the gnoll wasn't flanked and that he forgot to be sneaky. He pays for it as the gnolls axe bites deep into his body. With that and the Wow's love taps, he's feeling a bit woozy. He takes a 5ft step back into the concealing mist. he is also fighting defensively
ooc: don't know what I was rolling there. take 5 off of that to get my actual attack roll of 13-4 for defence = 9 a miss. he tries to lose the gnoll in the mist. (don't know if this can happen or not...but the roll is 19 for stealth.
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 46/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Friday December 12th, 2014 2:57:20 PM
OOC. What's there to restate? I stated that, due to tech issues, I hadn't seen Tinkers post where he took 41 damage. I'm posting from an iPod. If I had seen the damage, I wouldn't have cast sanctuary (the round damage was dealt). I would gone to his aid that round. But thems the breaks huh!!
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP 33/39] [Mage Armor] (Kathy) d20+6=24 ; d6+3=7 ; Friday December 12th, 2014 4:07:10 PM
There's some commotion behind her, and Pru is dreadfully afraid that one of her comrades has fallen. But she has more pressing concerns--like the gnoll in her face.
She steps back and fires an Elemental Ray at him.
[Hit Touch AC 24 for 7 damage.]
AC 21 T17 F17 CMD 22 (26 Bull Rush or Trip); HP DEAD "Tinker" (SteveK) Friday December 12th, 2014 7:34:40 PM
Ooc; yep, thems the breaks. It was a legitimate kill and as the Player whose PC just croaked (hey,we're in a swamp, right?) I do NOT want a reset. Play the battle as it lays.
Pain! Swamp water. Darkness. Tinker for a moment forgets everything as his eyes close and he rests the long sleep.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 18 HP 38/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Friday December 12th, 2014 11:43:10 PM
OOC: just a thought: I think the 'Living Creature' is a Category, not necessarily an Condition. That is, stone, vegetation, etc. does not apply. On the other hand, tissue is still living for more than the round in which blood stops flowing. Tissue, in this case the whole dwarf body, is still 'Living', so to speak, and since the Rebuke Death works on 'Living'... I know it is a stretch.
On the other hand, If Tinker has Hero Point to spend, he might could spend it to get the damage amount reduced by 2 points and thus at exactly -14, then the Rebuke Death would work according to DM's interpretation.
What does Yo DM say about the Hero Point idea?
DM Ken: He can absolutely spend the point if he has one. I should have suggested that in my DM post. Good catch Jon T.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP11/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Saturday December 13th, 2014 12:40:44 AM
OCC: spend the hero point tinker...I...I...don't wanna be the only guy on the team with a 20ft move.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 18 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) d20+3=8 ; d20+3=21 ; d6+3=9 ; Saturday December 13th, 2014 1:47:46 AM
Active Spells: Mage armor, Sacrificial Bond (Shield Other: +1 AC, +1 Saves) Sacrificial Bond sends 5 damage to Linden, so he only takes 5.
Nikolai has trouble concentrating of fighting and trying to keep aware of all going on around him and gets bit. The hyena tries to trip him but he manages to keep his footing. Another elemental ray from Pru hits the canine.
If the hyena goes down he attacks the gnoll, otherwise he attacks the hyena then takes a 5' step back towards Pru.
FoBlows Att1 +3 = 8 FoBlows Att2 +3 = 21, dmg = 9
Stunning Fist 2/3.
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 41/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Saturday December 13th, 2014 2:25:59 AM
Ooc. Checking in.
CDM Jerry Saturday December 13th, 2014 6:37:21 PM
I've sent emails to DM Ken, Jay, and Stephen K. after the recent scene. I've heard from Ken and Stephen K.
Jay, please check your email and get back to me sir.
[Jay, you may ask Ken to delete this once you've replied to me.]
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 41/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Saturday December 13th, 2014 11:55:18 PM
Ooc. Checking in.
AC 21 T17 F17 CMD 22 (26 Bull Rush or Trip); HP DEAD "Tinker" (SteveK) Sunday December 14th, 2014 1:23:21 PM
OOC:
Unfortunately, Woldian House Rules for Hero Points are different than the Pathfinder rules for hero points. Even though Tinker has one, he can't spent it to make the damage 2 hp less.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) Sunday December 14th, 2014 1:42:21 PM
OOC OK, I had wondered what you guys were talking about. My home game doesn't use hero points and I had never seen the damage soak feature of hero points in the Woldian rules. Now it all makes sense.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 18 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Sunday December 14th, 2014 6:01:23 PM
OOC: What I remembered was that one DM in the past let one spend hero points to 'cheat death'. The 2 hp idea was in line with, say, adding 2 to a roll, or some such thing. 2 points was all he needed to 'not die'.
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 41/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Sunday December 14th, 2014 9:36:53 PM
Ooc. There had been a time when you could spend a HP to stablize but that, I believe, has passed. Linden will just have to prostrate in Garguls prescents again.
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 41/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Monday December 15th, 2014 8:33:58 AM
Ooc. Will do my best to post this afternoon PST
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 41/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) 3d8+5=27 ; Monday December 15th, 2014 5:38:25 PM Linden runs, taking whatever AoO, to get to Michael. He casts a cure. (From his domain spells, cure serious, heal 27 hps Michael!!)
Highlight to display spoiler: {Prepared Spells: Equals 5th CL (DC 10+Wis Mod 3+spell level) Cast spells (*) Domain Spells -- Cure Light Wounds (instant), Aid (1min/level), Cure Serious (instant) Orisons(4) -- Light (10min/lvl, object,no,no), Mending (1lb/lvl,instant,will,SR), Guidance (one touched, 1 min or discharged, will negates, SR yes), Resistance (touched, 1min,will negates,SR yes) 1st(4)- Shield of Faith (touched,1min/lvl,will,SR), Bless (50',allies,1min/lvl,no,SR), Pro. From Evil (touched,1min/lvl,no/see text), Sanctuary *(touched, 1rnd/lvl) 2nd(3)- Bear's Endurance (touch, creature touched, 1min/level, Will negates, SR), Silence x2* 3rd (3)- Continual Flames (Perm)x2
Granted/Cleric Powers: Aid Another : Bonus Doubles (Standard Action, You make an attack roll against AC 10. If you succeed, your friend gains either a +4 bonus on his next attack roll against that opponent or a +4 bonus to AC against that opponent's next attack (your choice), as long as that attack comes before the beginning of your next turn, vs. spells/skills too) Sacrificial Bond (Su) : 6/day *(Shield Other, one target at a time, used in minute increments) Rebuke Death (Sp) : 6/day* (Standard action, target must be below 0, heals 1d4 + 1 every 2 cleric levels.) Channel Energy (Su): 5/day* (3d6, 30ft radius centered) Legacy Item (rod): Grants +1 Sense Motive, +2 Diplomacy with Mailed Fist, Soldiers, Mercenaries, and Wartime Sailors, Counts as a Reliquary, Detect Thoughts 1/Module, Spontaneous Casting : 'Cure' spells Persistent Effects:, Large - 5' Reach, Low Light Vision, Speed 50 (35 in armor), Aura of Good
Item Provided Abilities: Heirloom Feat (Holy Symbol) +1 Luck bonus to saves, Haversack, Pearl of Power 1, Legacy Item (Rod) Consumables: Healer's Kit (10/10 uses), Starknife, Bolts x24, Rations 14 days, bottles of purple wine x1, Silversheen x2 Potions: Cure Moderate Wound(2d8+3), Barkskin +3, Bull's Strength Scrolls: Magic Weapon x2 Hero Points: 3/4, Hero Points Spent: 1 Linden requisitions November 28, 2013 First Mission Materials (GROUP USE) [not counted as character value] 8 1st level scrolls of Cure Light Wounds (200gp), 1 scroll of Detect Magic (12.5), 1 scroll of read magic(12.5), 1 scroll of Create Water(12.5), 1 scroll of Detect Poison(12.5), 1 scroll of Purify Foor and Drink(12.5) (all scroll created at minimum CL), 1 Antitoxin (50gp), 1 Acid flasks (10gp)}
Linden quickly realizes that Tinker is in trouble, and there's nothing he can do about it. Deciding to do what he can, he soldiers on and heals Michael, treating many of his wounds.
Braugh quickly steps in to avenge the fallen Tinker. He swings his axe hard, and it bites easily through the Gnolls armor, and into the barky, gnarled wood-like flesh below.
Worried, Michael hits and runs, ducking back into the shadows. He isn't completely concealed, so he cannot attempt to hide while being observed.
Prudence the Hyena Cook continues her string of mayhem against 4 legged enemies, and blasts the Dire Hyena through the eye with a flaming bolt, where it falls in a smoldering heap. Nikolai, who had an arm cocked to punch the beast, instead punches the nearest Gnoll, which grunts in pain before falling to the ground.
Of Williams summons, only the earth elemental remains. And with its target destroyed, it waits for a command from its master. ----------------------
Snarling at Braugh, the Gnoll leader shows some expression that borders on panic. Looking behind him, he turns and runs back through the mists, shoving the lesser Gnoll towards Braugh. Rounding the corner, he cocks back his greatsword and swings at Prudence, the force of his blow crashing through her magical barriers and into the young sorceress. [Hit AC 21 for 19 damage]
[Prudence - AoO please.]
The abandoned Gnoll, clearly shaken, fumbles his swing at Braugh.
Near Michael, the Gnoll he dodges turns its fury on Ernie the Earth elemental, but his axe fails to harm the living rock spirit.
The wisps continue to seek out those not involved directly in the combat, this time focusing on William and Linden.
William dodges on of the pesky creatures, but is zapped by the other. [hit ac 21 for 5 damage] Lindens Sanctuary is broken, and the pursuing Wisps shock the cleric with angry zeal. [Will saves of 24/25/20 vs DC 16 Sanctuary. Hits against AC 30 and 21 for 8 and 4 damage.]
Somewhere from the south, the pained yelp of a Hyena, or possibly a gnoll, cuts loud enough to be heard over the din of combat.
AC 21 T17 F17 CMD 22 (26 Bull Rush or Trip); HP DEAD "Tinker" (SteveK) Monday December 15th, 2014 10:11:51 PM
Tinker is mildly surprised that he is still aware, but not of the battle all about. THAT seems like he is watching through a veil. What he sees is a thin thread of glowing red, invitingly just within his reach...
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP 14/39] [Mage Armor] (Kathy) d20+1=7 ; d20+6=17 ; d6+2=6 ; Monday December 15th, 2014 10:31:35 PM
As the gnoll leader approaches, Pru tries to get him with her spear, but her attempt is laughable [hit AC 7]. The gnoll's sword bites deep, and Pru lets out a shriek of pain before she can help herself.
The creature is really strong, but perhaps she can do something about that. She steps back and casts a spell. A green ray oozes from her pointing finger. When it strikes the gnoll, it wraps around him, sapping some of his strength.
[Cast Ray of Enfeeblement. Hit Touch AC 16. Gnoll Leader Guy takes a 6-point penalty to Strength. If he succeeds at a DC 15 Fort save, he only takes a 3-point penalty to Strength.]
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) d20+8=15 ; d10=5 ; Monday December 15th, 2014 10:52:40 PM " Not that easy to lose me hairball!" Bruagh takes a swing at the gnoll as he passes, but his axe glances off the gnoll's scale armor. He ignores the gnoll and follows the leader at his best speed in all this muck. Attack hits AC 15 for 15 damage ( In case it does hit, but not by the AC you have listed)
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 18 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) d20+6=14 ; Monday December 15th, 2014 11:45:20 PM
Active Spells: Mage armor, Sacrificial Bond (Shield Other: +1 AC, +1 Saves)
Nikolai is extremely angry at the gnoll leader and whips out his Tanglefoot bag and tosses it at the Gnoll leader.
Range Touch attack = 14 If Hit: Entangled creature suffers -2 att and -4 dex, and Ref Save DC15 or be glued to the spot. Save means move at half speed.
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) 2d20+8=27 ; d20+8=27 ; d20+8=25 ; d8+5=11 ; d8+5=11 ; Monday December 15th, 2014 11:54:17 PM
From the southern woods, a shady figure promptly fires two arrows in rapid succession at the Gnoll leader. The arrows have a dim yellow glow as their flight path connects them directly to the creature's back (Hit AC 27 for 11 damage and AC 25 for 11 damage).
The archer takes a short step forward and takes note on the battlefield.
-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~- OoC: Attack modifiers: Seeking Enchantment, Deadly Aim (-2 Atk/+4 Dmg), Rapid Shot Highlight to display spoiler: {Sorry for the first roll. I mistook the MultiRoll feature. Please ignore it.}
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP37/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+6=10 ; Tuesday December 16th, 2014 12:06:16 AM
As Michael fades back into the mist he feels the wound in his side close and renewed strength course though his body. He grins as the gnoll turns from him and flails at the mound of living earth that came upon him. He quickly moves behind the gnoll to flank it and launches an attack at it's back. The point catches a thick point and a bad angle on the gnolls armor and fails to pentrate. crap!
AC 10 miss
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 + Cover, hp 13/30 d3=1 ; d20+10=12 ; Tuesday December 16th, 2014 10:26:08 AM (OOC - 1. DM, I assume that the shaded circle is my Earth Elemental? It looks like there is a gnoll next to him that's still alive? If so, then he'll attack that. If not, then WIlliam will direct him to attack the nearest Gnoll... 2. Also, remember that William has 2 Mirror Images that are supposed to protect him. Assume a d3 = 1 hits Will, 2 and 3 hit a MI. Rolling... a 1... The Wisp hits William and he still has both MI's in play at this point.)
Ernie the Earth Elemental looks around for a target and after William points it out, he rumbles towards it in a earth shuddering charge and bashes into it....
Charge Attack = Miss AC 12 AC for this round = 15 due to charge
Meanwhile, William yells out for help as he's outnumbered 2 to 1, "A little help from these Wisps if anyone could spare some time!"
As his Full Move Action, he'll "Withdraw" from his threatened square, dodging and weaving to get to a safer location to the NW.
_____________ Ernie's Augmented Stats - 4/7 rounds - AC 17, touch 10, flat-footed 17 (--1 Dex, +7 natural, +1 size) hp 17, Fort +6, Ref --1, Will +3 Immune elemental traits OFFENSE Speed 20 ft., burrow 20 ft., earth glide Melee slam +8 (1d6+6) (+9, 1d6+7 if he and target are on ground) Special Attacks earth mastery - +1 att/dmg if touching the earth
Spells Used Web, Mage Armor (Active), SM 2, SM 1, POP 2 (SM2) 1/7 darts
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) Tuesday December 16th, 2014 2:26:57 PM " Shoot something, make it think you are actually fighting cream puff. That's all they want." Indelicate but sound advice greets Williams cries for help. Bruagh couldn't understand how the others couldn't comprehend the straightforward instructions of the wisps. Everyone that had overtly attacked was safe from their predations, even Michael who had tried to capture one.
OOC Also I have bad news. If the attacks on William miss by 5 or less they also take out an image. A small change from 3.5 to Pathfinder on a well used and loved Mage spell. Oh, and Bruagh has a 6 charisma, don't take the cream puff thing to heart 8). My DM in Tree is making all of us play to our flaws, as is Woldian policy....sooo.... Their attacks are stupidly high, and touch, so dodging will only buy you so much leeway. Just attack, even if its a miss and appease them. Fighting both groups will surely get the fighters killed once all the support gets killed by zapping.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) Tuesday December 16th, 2014 4:37:05 PM
OOC If that " bag of win" lands though.... then we are sitting pretty. Bruagh will try to remember to "subdue" him. Be ready to stabilize him when he goes negative, hint...hint
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 29/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Tuesday December 16th, 2014 5:00:52 PM
Casts Bless as defensively as possible. (Pending, looking up stuff!!)
Highlight to display spoiler: {Prepared Spells: Equals 5th CL (DC 10+Wis Mod 3+spell level) Cast spells (*) Domain Spells -- Cure Light Wounds (instant), Aid (1min/level), Cure Serious (instant)* Orisons(4) -- Light (10min/lvl, object,no,no), Mending (1lb/lvl,instant,will,SR), Guidance (one touched, 1 min or discharged, will negates, SR yes), Resistance (touched, 1min,will negates,SR yes) 1st(4)- Shield of Faith (touched,1min/lvl,will,SR), Bless (50',allies,1min/lvl,no,SR)*, Pro. From Evil (touched,1min/lvl,no/see text), Sanctuary *(touched, 1rnd/lvl) 2nd(3)- Bear's Endurance (touch, creature touched, 1min/level, Will negates, SR), Silence x2* 3rd (3)- Continual Flames (Perm)x2
Granted/Cleric Powers: Aid Another : Bonus Doubles (Standard Action, You make an attack roll against AC 10. If you succeed, your friend gains either a +4 bonus on his next attack roll against that opponent or a +4 bonus to AC against that opponent's next attack (your choice), as long as that attack comes before the beginning of your next turn, vs. spells/skills too) Sacrificial Bond (Su) : 6/day *(Shield Other, one target at a time, used in minute increments) Rebuke Death (Sp) : 6/day* (Standard action, target must be below 0, heals 1d4 + 1 every 2 cleric levels.) Channel Energy (Su): 5/day* (3d6, 30ft radius centered) Legacy Item (rod): Grants +1 Sense Motive, +2 Diplomacy with Mailed Fist, Soldiers, Mercenaries, and Wartime Sailors, Counts as a Reliquary, Detect Thoughts 1/Module, Spontaneous Casting : 'Cure' spells Persistent Effects:, Large - 5' Reach, Low Light Vision, Speed 50 (35 in armor), Aura of Good
Item Provided Abilities: Heirloom Feat (Holy Symbol) +1 Luck bonus to saves, Haversack, Pearl of Power 1, Legacy Item (Rod) Consumables: Healer's Kit (10/10 uses), Starknife, Bolts x24, Rations 14 days, bottles of purple wine x1, Silversheen x2 Potions: Cure Moderate Wound(2d8+3), Barkskin +3, Bull's Strength Scrolls: Magic Weapon x2 Hero Points: 3/4, Hero Points Spent: 1 Linden requisitions November 28, 2013 First Mission Materials (GROUP USE) [not counted as character value] 8 1st level scrolls of Cure Light Wounds (200gp), 1 scroll of Detect Magic (12.5), 1 scroll of read magic(12.5), 1 scroll of Create Water(12.5), 1 scroll of Detect Poison(12.5), 1 scroll of Purify Foor and Drink(12.5) (all scroll created at minimum CL), 1 Antitoxin (50gp), 1 Acid flasks (10gp)}
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 18 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Tuesday December 16th, 2014 6:53:33 PM
OOC: one of our goals is to take back a leader. Let's not kill this one too much. :}
The ray of energy smacks the Gnoll in the shoulder, pushing him back for just a moment. He grunts and starts forward again, glaring at Pru. Then Nik's tanglefoot bag soars through the air, splattering across the chest of the Paw Leader. He stops advancing for a second and looks at his armor, then wipes the substance away before resuming his attack, looking over his shoulder to make sure he continues to outpace Braugh with ease, even in this swamp. Oddly enough, he seems to be moving faster than the rest of his kind, even under these conditions.
Two arrows slam into his back, eliciting a fierce growl of pain. He is bleeding badly. and things aren't going his way.
As Braugh passes, the Gnoll in the southern area takes a swing, but misses badly. He chases after Braugh and tries again, but fails a second time.
Linden casts a spell to bless and bolster his friends, and Michael takes a stab at an enemy, who misses him in return.
William backs away after ordering Ernie forward to attack. He sees the elemental miss, then starts trying to save his own skin from the Wisps, who only seem interested in him and Linden.
The Paw Leader starts to move directly into Prudences defenses, then checks his rear again and sees Braugh barreling towards him. He takes a few long steps, drawing an AoO from Prudence again as he slams his greatsword down into her force armor, though this time with much less gusto.
Vs. Pru [ Hit AC 20 for 14 damage - Pru is standing but now has the disabled condition. ]
(When your current hit point total drops to exactly 0, you are disabled.
You gain the staggered condition and can only take a single move or standard action each turn (but not both, nor can you take full-round actions). You can take move actions without further injuring yourself, but if you perform any standard action (or any other strenuous action) you take 1 point of damage after completing the act. Unless your activity increased your hit points, you are now at --1 hit points and dying.)
The wisps continue to attack Linden and William, repeating their strange message.
"All must fight. Pain is the price of life.."
Vs. William: 1st attack - 1d3 = Image - Second attack - evens hit william - odd
Both of Williams images vanish.
Vs. Linden: One of the wisps bounces off Lindens armors. The other two however, shock him with their strange electric bodies. [ 10 damage to Linden]. They didn't seem to bother with the Aoo, but instead spent the time observing his actions... as if judging their next move by what he decided to do.
AC 21 T17 F17 CMD 22 (26 Bull Rush or Trip); HP DEAD "Tinker" (SteveK) Tuesday December 16th, 2014 9:29:56 PM
Tinker reaches out, and sees his fingers dissolve into a glowing red stream that attaches to the larger trickle. A last look back at the swamp sees his shield brothers, his friends, getting the upper hand. He sees Prudence stagger at the terrible sword wounds. A moment of anger crosses his thoughts, but he has lost the power to interfere in life.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 18 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) d20+9=21 ; d20+3=13 ; d6+3=6 ; Tuesday December 16th, 2014 10:59:52 PM
Active Spells: Mage armor, Sacrificial Bond (Shield Other: +1 AC, +1 Saves), Bless (+1 att, +1 vs fear) AoO AC = 25 (Mobility)
Nikolai moves around Pru, the Will 'o Wisp, and puts himself behind the pack leader (should be able to without AoO) and tries to knock this gnoll out once and for all.
1 attck Stunning Fist +6 +2(flanking) +1 (bless) = 21 dmg = 6 + Fort DC15 or be stunned for 1 round. (See Stunned for effects)
OOC: ignore the 13, forgot to change the die to d6 for damage.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) Tuesday December 16th, 2014 11:00:49 PM
OOC Going to hold off and see if some real estate opens up in there. If it does I will spend another hero point for a second move to get there.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) Tuesday December 16th, 2014 11:04:54 PM
OOC On that note, be sure to move you icons. Can we occupy wisp hexes Ken? They are flying and tiny. Do they count as flankers?
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP37/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+6=24 ; d6=4 ; Wednesday December 17th, 2014 12:07:50 AM
Michael dodge the Gnolls counter stroke and parries the axe blade down and across, exposing the gnolls side and armpit. He darts the rapier in for quick stroke, knowing the momentary exposure will be gone too soon for him to really press the blade inward. He is unsure if he hit a lung or not, but he did hit.
to hit ac 24 damage 4
DM Ken - Map So Far - Wisplight Fight d20+10=22 ; Wednesday December 17th, 2014 12:24:01 AM
DM Ken Answers questions and rolls a fort save.
1: Fort Save: Passed
2: Will o' Wisps are not Tiny. They are small. You cannot take their square.
3: They have not taken a single attempt on eight possible AoOs this combat.
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP -1/39] [Mage Armor] [unconscious] (Kathy) d20+2=12 ; d20+8=17 ; 2d4+2=9 ; Wednesday December 17th, 2014 8:28:00 AM
Before Pru becomes staggered, she takes her AoO on the gnoll leader, but it's not substantially better than the first [hit AC 12].
Pru reels with the blow. Black spots dance in her vision, and the noise of the battle seems suddenly far away. With the last of her strength, she tries to cast a spell without getting hit. She manages--barely! Two balls of energy slam into the gnoll leader, even as Pru slumps to the ground, unconscious.
[Cast defensively: Concentration check 17, which is just enough for a first-level spell. Magic Missile for 9 damage.]
Edit: Changed header because apparently I forgot what a minus sign is.
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) d20+8=21 ; d20+8=27 ; d8+5=7 ; d8+5=8 ; Wednesday December 17th, 2014 9:59:44 AM
The archer fires two more arrows, this time targeting the Will-O'-Wisp right close to Prudence. (Hit AC 21 for 7 damage and Hit AC 27 for 8 damage).
He soon reveals itself to be a Drow, taking another step toward the target.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) d20+7=25 ; d10=10 ; Wednesday December 17th, 2014 10:05:36 AM
Bruagh doesn't know where the arrows came from, but 2 more like that will kill the captain they need alive. He slogs forward and with a scream surges heroically forward the rest of the way to stand over Pru. Somewhere along the way he dropped his shield and gripped his axe with both hands. The overhand swing he uses would normally cleave the gnoll in half, except he uses the flat of the blade to smash the gnoll's face in. Hit AC 25 striking for nonlethal damage for 18, nonlethal damage
IF THIS DROPS THE COMMANDER he shouts in a clear voice... " Shoot the mangy mutt followin' me and the one beatin' the halflin'. We need this un alive!!"
IF THIS SHOT DOES NOT DROP THE COMMANDER he shouts in a clear voice.... " Dun kill this un. Just wound it really bad!!" ( use subdual damage)
Prancer get up 'ere and heal the lass. She dun her best ta put the beastie down, do ur best ta keep her alive!"
Hero points used 2 That's all of em folks
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) Wednesday December 17th, 2014 10:06:22 AM
OOC Simul post.
AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 29/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Wednesday December 17th, 2014 2:51:48 PM
Ooc. Will post tonight. Off to second job.
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 + Cover, hp 13/30 d20+10=16 ; d6+7=13 ; d20+6=9 ; Wednesday December 17th, 2014 7:46:07 PM
Again, William's elemental attacks the nearest foe, bashing at its flanked foe with its powerful arms...
Slam attack = Hit AC 16 for 13 dmg...
William uncharacteristically curses at the incessant drone of the Wisps, and throws an acid dart at the nearest flanked Gnoll... hoping to hit something that will make the Wisps leave him alone...
Miss Touch AC 9 ________________ Ernie's Augmented Stats - 5/7 rounds - AC 17, touch 10, flat-footed 17 (--1 Dex, +7 natural, +1 size) hp 17, Fort +6, Ref --1, Will +3 Immune elemental traits OFFENSE Speed 20 ft., burrow 20 ft., earth glide Melee slam +8 (1d6+6) (+9, 1d6+7 if he and target are on ground) Special Attacks earth mastery - +1 att/dmg if touching the earth
Spells Used Web, Mage Armor (Active), SM 2, SM 1, POP 2 (SM2), Mirror Image 2/7 darts
BLESS. AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 29/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Wednesday December 17th, 2014 9:56:56 PM
Linden stays put and transfers SacBond to William. (No longer on Nik)
Highlight to display spoiler: {Prepared Spells: Equals 5th CL (DC 10+Wis Mod 3+spell level) Cast spells (*) Domain Spells -- Cure Light Wounds (instant), Aid (1min/level), Cure Serious (instant)* Orisons(4) -- Light (10min/lvl, object,no,no), Mending (1lb/lvl,instant,will,SR), Guidance (one touched, 1 min or discharged, will negates, SR yes), Resistance (touched, 1min,will negates,SR yes) 1st(4)- Shield of Faith (touched,1min/lvl,will,SR), Bless (50',allies,1min/lvl,no,SR)*, Pro. From Evil (touched,1min/lvl,no/see text), Sanctuary *(touched, 1rnd/lvl) 2nd(3)- Bear's Endurance (touch, creature touched, 1min/level, Will negates, SR), Silence x2* 3rd (3)- Continual Flames (Perm)x2
Granted/Cleric Powers: Aid Another : Bonus Doubles (Standard Action, You make an attack roll against AC 10. If you succeed, your friend gains either a +4 bonus on his next attack roll against that opponent or a +4 bonus to AC against that opponent's next attack (your choice), as long as that attack comes before the beginning of your next turn, vs. spells/skills too) Sacrificial Bond (Su) : 6/day *(Shield Other, one target at a time, used in minute increments) Rebuke Death (Sp) : 6/day* (Standard action, target must be below 0, heals 1d4 + 1 every 2 cleric levels.) Channel Energy (Su): 5/day* (3d6, 30ft radius centered) Legacy Item (rod): Grants +1 Sense Motive, +2 Diplomacy with Mailed Fist, Soldiers, Mercenaries, and Wartime Sailors, Counts as a Reliquary, Detect Thoughts 1/Module, Spontaneous Casting : 'Cure' spells Persistent Effects:, Large - 5' Reach, Low Light Vision, Speed 50 (35 in armor), Aura of Good
Item Provided Abilities: Heirloom Feat (Holy Symbol) +1 Luck bonus to saves, Haversack, Pearl of Power 1, Legacy Item (Rod) Consumables: Healer's Kit (10/10 uses), Starknife, Bolts x24, Rations 14 days, bottles of purple wine x1, Silversheen x2 Potions: Cure Moderate Wound(2d8+3), Barkskin +3, Bull's Strength Scrolls: Magic Weapon x2 Hero Points: 3/4, Hero Points Spent: 1 Linden requisitions November 28, 2013 First Mission Materials (GROUP USE) [not counted as character value] 8 1st level scrolls of Cure Light Wounds (200gp), 1 scroll of Detect Magic (12.5), 1 scroll of read magic(12.5), 1 scroll of Create Water(12.5), 1 scroll of Detect Poison(12.5), 1 scroll of Purify Foor and Drink(12.5) (all scroll created at minimum CL), 1 Antitoxin (50gp), 1 Acid flasks (10gp)}
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) Wednesday December 17th, 2014 10:25:59 PM
OOC Jay, you saw that Pru is down and dying, right? Just checking since it seems to take point blank questions.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 21 Tch 21 Ffted 18 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Wednesday December 17th, 2014 11:42:48 PM
OOC: switching the SacBond is a Swift Action. Linden can transfer the SacBond, move, then use wand to heal Pru.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP37/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+6=25 ; d6=3 ; Thursday December 18th, 2014 12:01:05 AM
Michael watches as what looks to him like a 200 lbs fist grazes past the gnoll. Taking advantage of the gnolls momentary "oh crap" look Michael slips the point of his rapier into the gnolls upper thigh, near the groin, searching for the large vein running down into the leg, if he can hit it the gnolls blood pressure should drop and make him pass out and bleed out.
AC 25 for 3 damage.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP37/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Thursday December 18th, 2014 12:03:20 AM
ooc: not a sneak attack, just color text.
Prudence Grundle, the least physically talented of all the Fist, shows once more that her fighting spirit might just be stronger than that of the most stalwart warrior. Embattled by a vicious Paw Leader, she spends her last conscious moment struggling against her attacker.
As the magic missiles slam into the Gnoll, he grunts loudly and appears to lose focus. He takes another mini step, then two more arrows from behind leave him bleeding and dirty, but still alive, in the swamp group.
Linden marks a new target for his divine blessing, but takes no other action. Prudence is still unconscious.
It isn't much longer before the last two Gnolls are swept away, Michaels flashing blades and the strange newcomers bow see to that. The Wisps themselves even seem sated, flashing happily from one color to the next. However, they do not leave.
They begin to circle, sometimes fast, sometimes slow. One approaches without caution, hovering above the field.
"Some still hunger...some have fed well. Pain is the price of life..pain is the feast we seek. One more will suffice.. on which shall we dine, Paingivers?"
The wisp hovers dangerously close to both Prudence and the Gnoll Pawleader. The choice it wants you to make seems obvious.
BLESS. AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 29/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) 2d8+5=10 ; Thursday December 18th, 2014 4:01:38 AM
ooc. Transfers SacBond to William. Moves, and takes any AoO and uses cure mod (spontaneous cast using Silence slot) on Pru. Healing her for 10. I'll make the cleric a target. Why not.
Highlight to display spoiler: {Prepared Spells: Equals 5th CL (DC 10+Wis Mod 3+spell level) Cast spells (*) Domain Spells -- Cure Light Wounds (instant), Aid (1min/level), Cure Serious (instant)* Orisons(4) -- Light (10min/lvl, object,no,no), Mending (1lb/lvl,instant,will,SR), Guidance (one touched, 1 min or discharged, will negates, SR yes), Resistance (touched, 1min,will negates,SR yes) 1st(4)- Shield of Faith (touched,1min/lvl,will,SR), Bless (50',allies,1min/lvl,no,SR)*, Pro. From Evil (touched,1min/lvl,no/see text), Sanctuary *(touched, 1rnd/lvl) 2nd(3)- Bear's Endurance (touch, creature touched, 1min/level, Will negates, SR), Silence x2** 3rd (3)- Continual Flames (Perm)x2
Granted/Cleric Powers: Aid Another : Bonus Doubles (Standard Action, You make an attack roll against AC 10. If you succeed, your friend gains either a +4 bonus on his next attack roll against that opponent or a +4 bonus to AC against that opponent's next attack (your choice), as long as that attack comes before the beginning of your next turn, vs. spells/skills too) Sacrificial Bond (Su) : 6/day *(Shield Other, one target at a time, used in minute increments) Rebuke Death (Sp) : 6/day* (Standard action, target must be below 0, heals 1d4 + 1 every 2 cleric levels.) Channel Energy (Su): 5/day* (3d6, 30ft radius centered) Legacy Item (rod): Grants +1 Sense Motive, +2 Diplomacy with Mailed Fist, Soldiers, Mercenaries, and Wartime Sailors, Counts as a Reliquary, Detect Thoughts 1/Module, Spontaneous Casting : 'Cure' spells Persistent Effects:, Large - 5' Reach, Low Light Vision, Speed 50 (35 in armor), Aura of Good
Item Provided Abilities: Heirloom Feat (Holy Symbol) +1 Luck bonus to saves, Haversack, Pearl of Power 1, Legacy Item (Rod) Consumables: Healer's Kit (10/10 uses), Starknife, Bolts x24, Rations 14 days, bottles of purple wine x1, Silversheen x2 Potions: Cure Moderate Wound(2d8+3), Barkskin +3, Bull's Strength Scrolls: Magic Weapon x2 Hero Points: 3/4, Hero Points Spent: 1 Linden requisitions November 28, 2013 First Mission Materials (GROUP USE) [not counted as character value] 8 1st level scrolls of Cure Light Wounds (200gp), 1 scroll of Detect Magic (12.5), 1 scroll of read magic(12.5), 1 scroll of Create Water(12.5), 1 scroll of Detect Poison(12.5), 1 scroll of Purify Foor and Drink(12.5) (all scroll created at minimum CL), 1 Antitoxin (50gp), 1 Acid flasks (10gp)}
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP37/37 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+2=17 ; Thursday December 18th, 2014 8:35:42 AM
If the Gnoll I fought is down. I try to stabilize him. heal check d20+2= 17. and bind him. OOC: don't we have an extra gnoll prisoner we brought with us?
"why don't you take the one we have bound? we need these two. one is our mate and the other is one we must bring back. they are important because with them we will be able to bring more pain to this area. If you feed on pain, taking the bound gnoll would be the wisest course of action.
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP 9/39] [Mage Armor] (Kathy) Thursday December 18th, 2014 10:53:05 AM
Pru clims groggily to her feet and reclaims her spear. "Uh, thanks Linden," she says.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) Thursday December 18th, 2014 4:20:30 PM
Waiting for orders...
AC 21 T17 F17 CMD 22 (26 Bull Rush or Trip); HP DEAD "Tinker" (SteveK) Thursday December 18th, 2014 5:45:12 PM
The red line attached to his fingers seems to pulse and glow, urging Tinker on. With a sigh, the dwarf lets go of the Wold and floats into the Woldsblood stream, content his friends are safe.
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) Thursday December 18th, 2014 8:35:22 PM
The Drow approaches the scene slowly, glancing at the now bloody swamp as things calm down. He hopes to be noticed and called upon, making window for some questions.
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 + Cover, hp 13/30 Thursday December 18th, 2014 8:57:30 PM
William wholeheartedly agrees with giving the wisps one of the bound gnolls rather than the leader... He pushes one towards them and says, "Here's your victim you cretins," as he pushes it towards the wisps...
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Thursday December 18th, 2014 9:26:22 PM
OOC: our captive gnoll gave up his last when we used his blood to active the Blood Root tree last time.
Active Spells: Mage armor, Bless (+1 att, +1 vs fear) AoO AC = 25 (Mobility)
Nikolai has had enough patience with these blinky things. Now that he knows they are intelligent enough to communicate effectively, he decides that it is time to quit playing their games and play his own.
"Listen you Will 'o Wisps! You want Pain? We will give you Pain, your own if you don't leave us alone! If you are still hungry, go to the warren and make the gnolls fight each other! You do that and you'll have more food you can possibly know what to do with! But these two are off limits!"
By then Pru is healed and gets up on her feet, as if to make Nikolai's point.
"Gather together Fist! Linden, pick up poor Tinker! William, take the healing wand from Linden! You over there!" he points at the archer. "You've proved you are on our side against these gnolls. Join us and we can all get out of this miserable swamp together.
And Linden, we are going to have to strap the gnoll leader to your back. It's the only way.
Now Fist, stay real close. If a Will 'o Wisp attacks us, we all aid Bruagh in his attack against any one of them close enough! Got it? Now let's get to it!"
Once all is set, if the WoW allow, the Fist heads east again towards the eastern Blood Root tree.
OOC: so the plan is stay bunch together, and if a WoW attacks, let Bruahg only attack the WoW while the rest of us use Aid Another (Attack DC10 for +2 to Bruagh's roll). Aid Another only works for melee attacks, not ranged attacks. Linden will carry Tinker in his arms and the gnoll leader will be strapped to Linden's back.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 42/56 (David Feest posting) d20+8=26 ; d10=9 ; Thursday December 18th, 2014 9:55:00 PM
Knowing his shield isn't any help against them, Bruagh straps it to his back. He also hoists the gnoll onto his back too ( yeah dwarf with an 18 strength, no reduction in speed til I drop). He hefts his axe in both hands and moves with the group. To the Drow and his bow, he nods. " Name's Bruagh, you're good with that thing. Pleasure to see someone who takes pride in their weapon and abilities." First attack if needed Hits AC 26 plus whatever adds I get from others Damage is 25. ( 2 handed and power attacking)
BLESS. AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 44/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) 3d6=15 ; Friday December 19th, 2014 12:13:58 AM
Handing the wand to William, the cleric says, "I'm going to heal the lot. Get close." Linden channels healing. Seeing the drow, "Are you hurt as well?"
Everyone near Linden heal 15 damage. That includes gnolls, wisp, whoever.
Highlight to display spoiler: {Prepared Spells: Equals 5th CL (DC 10+Wis Mod 3+spell level) Cast spells (*) Domain Spells -- Cure Light Wounds (instant), Aid (1min/level), Cure Serious (instant)* Orisons(4) -- Light (10min/lvl, object,no,no), Mending (1lb/lvl,instant,will,SR), Guidance (one touched, 1 min or discharged, will negates, SR yes), Resistance (touched, 1min,will negates,SR yes) 1st(4)- Shield of Faith (touched,1min/lvl,will,SR), Bless (50',allies,1min/lvl,no,SR)*, Pro. From Evil (touched,1min/lvl,no/see text), Sanctuary *(touched, 1rnd/lvl) 2nd(3)- Bear's Endurance (touch, creature touched, 1min/level, Will negates, SR), Silence x2** 3rd (3)- Continual Flames (Perm)x2
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Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Friday December 19th, 2014 1:06:21 AM
fixing header
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Friday December 19th, 2014 1:21:54 AM
ooc. we've not used a gnoll to power a blood cypress since the last battle, we have one from the last battle that we got out of williams web spell. that's the battle I came in on. I need to know if my healing on the last gnoll stabilized him or not. we are going to need something to power that blood cypress.
BLESS. AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 44/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Friday December 19th, 2014 3:08:14 AM
Ooc. Linden can bleed. He would prefer no one else have to bleed. He'll bleed for the cypress.
The Will o' Wisps whir through a cycle of colors, and all but one move to bar the path of Nikolai's Fist.
"No.. it must be one of these. Only these will suffice. The other Gnolls taste of ash and leave us unsatisfied. The warrens have a prophet.. and his wrath we do not incur...it MUST be one of these!
The Wisps hover just slightly out of range, then finally form something like a wall.
Then there are other problems.
Far off, but closing, you hear more of the chilling howls of the Dire Hyenas. You recall the first and only spell cast by the Paw Leader.. a giant burst of light fashioned in the icon of their strange god. Perhaps it served as a signal? You imagine they aren't terribly close, but the wisps have shown the capacity to funnel two groups together once already.
And then there is the Paw Leader himself, who has nearly freed himself from his bonds, after having been revived by Lindens healing.
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) d20=11 ; Friday December 19th, 2014 11:36:54 AM
Zieluvit thinks to himself. So they are from the Fist. Excellent.
"A 'prophet', you say?" The Drow puts the longbow in the quiver. "I'll retrieve my horse. If nothing can be done, at least lay those corpses bundled somewhere. You could also prepare a trap, as it may strike fear and I bet the hyenas will track the smell of the dead. Now, if you excuse me."
Then steps back.
-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~- OoC: Attempt Knowledge check for the Wisps. Roll: 11 +4 (Arcana) +4 (Dungeoneering) +5 (Local)
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Friday December 19th, 2014 1:01:03 PM
Bruagh drops the still bound pack leader and smashes it in the face with the flat of his axe until it stops moving again (non lethal damage. It is bound and helpless, do you need rolls?). Once it is pacified he assumes a defensive posture again and is ready to go. Readied attack Hits AC 26 plus whatever adds I get from others Damage is 25. ( 2 handed and power attacking)( old roll, if you need a new one I can make it )
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+4=17 ; d20+5=6 ; d20+5=24 ; Friday December 19th, 2014 4:35:50 PM
Michael gets an inkling of an idea.
You say you dare not incur the wrath of the prophet, but you already have. By Leading these gnolls and the lieutenant, which you wish to feast upon, to their death at our hand. By leading them here, by speaking falsely about the danger, you have earned his wrath. If we leave this ones body here, the prophet will commune with his spirit and know of your betrayal. Do not block our way or with our final words in this life we will ensure that the prophet hunts you down.
diplomacy 17 intimidate 6 (nat 1) perform 24 ooc didn't know what to roll on. take your pick.
BLESS. AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 44/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) d20+11=16 Friday December 19th, 2014 5:26:41 PM
The cleric checks the gnoll and looks at the dwarf. "Brother dwarf. You will kill a bound being? I would understand if have freed himself already. But it seems cowardly to hit or kill one who is bound regardless of its crime."
Heal check the semi bound gnoll. 16 to stabilize him if he's bleeding out. But will be sure to keep him unconscious. Not magical healing will take place. There might even be a mild anastetic in the healing kit that can keep the gnoll sedate.
"This sort of action makes my job harder. I don't know if I can stay with Nikolais Fist if the rampant abuse prisoners continues."
AC 21 T17 F17 CMD 22 (26 Bull Rush or Trip); HP DEAD "Tinker" (SteveK) Friday December 19th, 2014 7:31:39 PM
Floating through a stream of Woldsblood, Tinker relaxes and lets the river flow as it may.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Friday December 19th, 2014 9:27:25 PM
OOC: he didn't hit him for damage Jay, He hit him for non-lethal damage, the gnoll was trying to escape.
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP 9/39] [Mage Armor] (Kathy) Friday December 19th, 2014 10:25:12 PM
Pru still has a Prestidigitation active. She holds out one of her hands, palm up, and uses the spell to create the illusion of a small flame burning in the palm of her hand. She makes no threatening move or gesture, and merely says to her friends, "We should be going now."
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Friday December 19th, 2014 11:17:51 PM " Back off unless you want to carry it. I wouldn't be knocking it's teeth in now if you had warned me and allowed me to step away while he was simply unconscious. I know what I'm doing and I won't kill it. Unless it forces me to be continuing to wake up. Me having to re-pacify a prisoner makes you upset, but forcing them to touch the bloodroot and die to transport us has gone on without comment from you all this time? It sickened me to treat them like they had treated their captives, but it was not my call, so I followed orders and allowed it. Pick a side, yours or the Fist's. " Bruagh will allow NO more healing of the gnoll once he has knocked it out again. It killed one of the unit, it is lucky to still be alive.
BLESS. AC 19 w/shield, TAC 11, FFAC 15, (CMD 16, CMB 4), HPS 44/50 Linden, the Returned (Jay B) Saturday December 20th, 2014 12:37:17 AM
Linden walks to the cypress, bleeds and is gone.
Ooc. It's clear what needs to happen here. I've see the evidence. Heard things. I'm no idiot. I'm sorry my friends. Have fun.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Saturday December 20th, 2014 12:58:10 AM
Michael begins policing the area in preparation for bugging out. If He can he will cage a ride with the dark elf so the party can move faster.
Braugh and Linden argue over the treatment of the prisoner while Nikolai stays uncharacteristically silent.
Prudence, eager to move on, conjures the magic flames she used before, but notices that the Wisps do not seem to be deterred. Michael makes a suggestion to the Wisps, but receives no reply.
As the party starts to press forward, the argument between Braugh and Linden ends abruptly, with Linden making a profound statement.
"I do not think I can remain part of Nikolais Fist, if this is how they treat a prisoner."
With no incoming plea of encouragement for his stance, and instead only a scathing retort, Linden displaces the corpse of Tinker, then turns and trots away from the others, heading in the direction of the Bloodroot alone. The wisps don't seem to care about his passing at first, but his inner conflict serves as a strong beacon to three of the creatures, who follow him into the woods with piqued curiosity.
Two however, refuse to leave. The Gnoll leader is unconscious on the ground, next to the corpse of Tinker.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Saturday December 20th, 2014 8:37:09 AM
occ. I think we've reached a problem with online posting, sometimes the "graininess" of the medium can confuse timing which also messes up communication. Are we that close to the blood cypress? I thought it was still a ways away.
Linden! LInden! Lets get everybody safe and get out of here before we do anything. Your Love of life is your strongest trait, I respect that. But leaving us now could be the death of us all. Let us get the Gnoll bound up, we can all bleed on the blood cypress to make it work, we can get out of here without killing anyone else. but we have to work as a team.
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 + Cover, hp 26/30 Saturday December 20th, 2014 9:19:25 AM
William is frustrated at the inter fist fighting and hopes that linden will remember the oath he took when joining the Agents and decide to stay.
If the group can make a run past the wisps for the blood tree, he's in favor of it, as he doesn't want to be around when the gnolls reappear...
AC 21 T17 F17 CMD 22 (26 Bull Rush or Trip); HP DEAD "Tinker" (SteveK) Saturday December 20th, 2014 9:40:50 AM
Unaware of the multiple conflicts afflicting his friends, Tinker rides the Woldsblood, rushing further to ... someplace.
Seeming like a moment and an eternity(for what is time in the Woldsblod?), he glimpses in the distance a great floating island. One side looks like rolling hills, idyllic forests, and tranquil streams. The other is covered in grey cinder clouds, hints of jagged peaks and sulfurous pools beneath.
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) d20+12=15 ; Saturday December 20th, 2014 12:18:39 PM
From afar, the Drow archer strides to retrieve the mare. This, however, was just a minor excuse to get away from the crowd's attention. He begins to round the battlefield, trying to be as stealthy as he could so to not be noticed by the wisps (Stealth roll: 15) while getting into position so the Fists won't interfere with his firing line.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) d20+5=12 ; Saturday December 20th, 2014 2:53:36 PM
OOC: fell asleep last night. Sorry. On the other hand... I don't know what Jay meant by 'heard things' and so forth, but Jay, if you are still lurking, a talk to the DM and to the PTB over what is bothering you is a better solution than just bailing out.
IC: Nikolai was about to give Linden the What the hell? for healing the gnoll when using the wand on individuals would do. He at least could have taken the Fist far enough away to not affect the gnoll. But Bruagh beat Nikolai to the 'punch' by knocking the gnoll leader out again.
Since Bruagh did what Nilolai was going to do, the monk Thumb did not interfere with the altercation between Linden and Bruagh, waiting to see what would happen. If he jumped in, Linden would certainly feel the Fist was against him, and that is not what Nikolai wanted. Linden needed to still feel a part of the group. Stabilizing the gnoll leader, Nikolai thought, was a step in the right direction, but when Linden stormed off, Nikolai knew it would not be of any benefit to chase after him.
First Nikolai addressed his Fist. "Men, I don't know what misunderstanding Linden has, but abandoning his Fist while in the middle of a job is not a solution. If anyone here has a problem with the way things have been done, he or she either addresses the issue with me or with the Captain when we get back. I take all responsibility for our actions and take all reprimand any is due.
We were tasks to bring back a leader and we have one. What these Will o' Wisps want we cannot give."
Nikolai is reminded of one gnoll that is bound up and still unconscious. DM JT: if this is not correct, let us know.
Then he hears the distant sounds of more hyenas and gnolls and knows time is up. He addresses the Will 'o Wisps.
"You'll have no more from us. There is one over there that is dying. Take him or leave him. But if you impede us, you will die. The gnoll leader you wanted is no longer dying, our Mage that can hurt you is no longer dying and still can hurt you. Stand in our way and you will die."
He takes a small pill out of his belt pouch and gulps it. DM: the pill is a Squinky's Skill Pill won last year at the Yule Tide party, gives a +1 Luck Bonus to any one skill attempted, the effects last until the next skill attempt. Which is now.
Intimidate +4 +1(pill) = 12
"Now Fist, form up. Let's move out!"
OOC: logistically, I'm not sure how it will work, but I was thinking of Nikolai and Zie taking an arm each of the gnoll leader and dragging him while Bruagh, if he can without hindering his fighting, carries Tinker.
Pru and William up front, Bruagh in the middle, Nikolai and Zie right behind. We move at best speed possible to the east. The closest Blood Root tree is probably north, but that's where the gnolls are coming from. The next closest is east.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) d20+9=25 ; d10=3 ; Saturday December 20th, 2014 3:26:30 PM
Bruagh glowers threateningly at the wisps. ( aid another to Nikolai's check, at +9 Bruagh auto succeeds) He hoists Tinker on to his shoulders and forms up with the Fist. Tinker was more of a priority than the gnoll. If the others could carry the gnoll great. If not it was more meat for the grinder. Bruagh readied an attack if the Wisps became aggressive. Readied Attack hits AC 25 (+ any aid another rolls he receives) for 17 damage
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP 9/39] [Mage Armor] (Kathy) d20+4=10 ; Saturday December 20th, 2014 5:39:06 PM
Pru grabs the rest of her gear and gets ready to move out with the rest. Once her hand is free again, she again produces the little fake flame in her palm. She attempts to help Nikolai by glowering menacingly at the Wisps.
[Aid Another to Nikolai's Intimidate: 10, success. Barely!]
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 + Cover, hp 26/30 d20=13 ; Saturday December 20th, 2014 9:03:57 PM
William joins the group as directed and adds a menacing growl to the rest of the group's effort... Success with Aid Another to Nikolai - 13
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20=4 ; Saturday December 20th, 2014 10:56:25 PM
Michael loads a sling stone into his Hoopak and and gets a handful of chalk,
aid = 4 failsauce.
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) d20+8=16 ; Sunday December 21st, 2014 11:20:45 PM
Riding with the tide, Zieluvit approaches the Wisps, with bow and arrow on hands. He talks to the group. "You may wrap your fallen comrade's body in my saddle. I'm better at answering these 'torches' on foot." The Drow calls for the mare then turns to face straight the Wisps. "Pain-feeders, you're wasting your precious time on us. I'm not very fond on leaving an enemy alive or a foe suffering and I feel these people are not as well. If you are quick, you may follow south, from where I came from and you'll find where I took camp." Zieluvit takes a pack of caltrops out. "Whatever you lure there, will find agony not just from these, but also (Lie, Bluff = 16) from the poison I applied to a pack of rations and water to disable or kill any possible threat who find the camp and may attempt to track me. This is the only agony I can give you."
DM Ken - Map So Far - Wisplight Fight Monday December 22nd, 2014 1:01:34 PM
(Hey all! We have a guest DM today. Please be patient with mondays post. I imagine he will delete this when he posts. Thanks!)
You Have Suffered Much [CDM Jerry] Monday December 22nd, 2014 8:48:07 PM
A staff appears to one side of the Will-o'-Wisps and powerfully strikes the one on the right, causing it to crash into the next and the next and the next. The glow from each flashes and goes dark. Spongy bodies drop to the swampy ground.
The walking staff continues to feel its way through the swamp, but there is no sign of an owner as if he was not quite in sync with this reality.
Then there are footsteps. Shadowy red. The smell of blood...Woldsblood! Then old-worn boots.
They stop.
An audible sigh.
The rest of him appears.
A large muscled human with black hair, looking like a cross between a barbarian chief and a king of noble bearing. His cloak is dusty and well-traveled. His attention is focused on something off in the distant cypress trees. A lone figure disappearing into shadow.
He continues walking.
Dancing around his knees is an imp of demonic nature only about 2 feet tall. Its skin is red. It has wings that flit nervously like an obsessive/compulsive being off of its medicine.
"Master, we've left the Shadowlands. Yep. Left it. Ooh! Something's died. Lots of death!" the imp says excitedly.
His master keeps walking.
"Master! Adventurers! Battle! It has brought us here! Is this the destination of our journey? All that walking through icky Woldsblood for this? Why Master? Hey! Stop!"
The master keeps walking passing about 20' to the right of the party.
"Uh, master? We've been spotted. How can that happen? How could THEY pull us to this icky place? Yuck!"
The black-cloaked man stops.
A bass voice, deep and full of power, answers. "THEY HAVEN'T. I AM DRAWING THEM HERE."
Sure enough, the shadows of night clear, full of violet hues, starless. The land, however is red. In the distance, a slow-moving river of blood with rivulets flowing into it at a more rapid speed, making a weird plopping sound among the usual sounds of a fast moving stream.
The master's face is chiseled by the effects of wind and the elements. On it is a strange smile...
...or is it a grimace.
With a bearing that is both understanding and sad, he says, "YOU HAVE SUFFERED MUCH."
With a sigh he settles slowly onto a rock and with a wave a campfire appears.
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP 9/39] [Mage Armor] (Kathy) Monday December 22nd, 2014 10:13:31 PM
Pru isn't sure what's happening. Are they still in the swamp, or have they been transported elsewhere? Is this real, or is it a dream?
One thing she knows for certain, though: this being is very powerful and deserving of her respect. Pru bows low.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Monday December 22nd, 2014 10:16:02 PM
The land of Rest. Rivers of Woldsblood. Bruagh had heard the tales, but usually this required a cleric, witch, or at least a follower of Gargul. He chooses to ignore that. He sheathes his axe, Takes Tinker from his back and gently lays him before Lord Gargul, and slowly backs away. He bows, showing Gargul respect, Then stands at attention, waiting for the Lord of Life and Death to address them.
AC 21 T17 F17 CMD 22 (26 Bull Rush or Trip); HP DEAD "Tinker" (SteveK) Monday December 22nd, 2014 10:16:54 PM
Floating in behind the stranger is a transparent, monochromatic. Tinker. The dwarf follows up and goes to sit by the fire, but something seems to stop him... He is not meant in this state for the comforts of the living.
Rubbing his arm where a welt seems to appear, he sheepishly raises a hand in greeting, but makes no sound.
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) Monday December 22nd, 2014 11:04:12 PM This can't be! The Drow is terrified. He drops the longbow and falls prone as he attempts to catch it off the ground.
Vynghol... wait. No! This is not another nightmare... I'm awake. This is real. He covers his forehead with the free (right) hand and stands from the ground, barely. After a brief moment of panic, Zieluvit tries to reach his thoughts and realizes the spectral figure ahead.
Not a Drow. Maybe an omen? Zieluvit turns and notices the group is also experiencing the scene, then turns back to stare at the new ambiance.
They can see it as well. And Vynghol is here. This is real. Adverse but... I can act! I can get through! For the moment, the Drow is shaken, he's aware, but struggling to keep calm.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Tuesday December 23rd, 2014 12:42:21 AM
Nikolai is taken aback. He recognizes the rivers of Woldsblood. They had been in a similar place not too long ago, but then, they had petitioned Gargul for the life of their friend. This time no one had petitioned it though! Did they do something wrong? Was the use of the gnolls for the Blood Root tree an affront to the gods somehow?
Nikolai humbly bows to the big barbarian of a man. On the one side of it, no more Will o' Wisps to deal with. He did warn them, didn't he? Their deaths certainly can't be blamed on him, that's for sure. I'm not gonna say anything until accused directly. As a matter of fact, I'm not going to say anything unless directly spoken to.
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 + Cover, hp 26/30 Tuesday December 23rd, 2014 12:58:02 PM
William decides now is a good time to go hunting and gather the will o wisp remains for a future bbq. He tells the rest of the fist their plans and then disappear into the jungle...
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Tuesday December 23rd, 2014 1:49:03 PM
Michael is momentarily taken aback by the sudden change in scenery and the appearance of the imp and...God? Yes! This must be one of the gods he has heard spoken of! What was this gods name...gangrel? No..gargamel, no. Gargul, closer...best just to address him as "lord", "Sir" and "Master" where appropriate. His last spoken words were perhaps a question and maybe a statement, but they were spoken to invite a response. Nobody else seems to be volunteering. What the heck, I've never spoken to a god before!
Well Lord, these little glowing orbs that caused us so much trouble seemed to think that Pain is the price of life.
If the wisps bodies are with us on this plane Michael picks one up and shows it to the God, if not he uses his hands to make a outline roughly the size of one.
Tinker though, he paid with his life so that we might live
Michael points at Tinker.
and these gnolls spent their lives in hopes that we might die
Michael points at one of the dead Gnolls.
our cleric, Linden took much abuse from the gnolls and the glowing orbs, but what hurt him most was the loss of Tinker and the cruelty of battle.
Michael looks thoughtful for a moment,
so I think I can safely say Lord, that Suffering is a scale which is relative to sufferers and those who cause suffering, but absolute in degrees when viewed from the abstract. I have suffered, but I think my compatriots have suffered more...relatively.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Wednesday December 24th, 2014 12:19:45 AM
Nikolai cringes as Michael speaks up. The monk as a very vivid memory of their last encounter with Gargul, only a month or so ago... Oddly though, that time they went seeking Gargul, but this time... what brought him here? They hadn't petitioned the god yet and Nikolai was content to remain quiet until the god spoke as to what power brought his attention to them.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Wednesday December 24th, 2014 1:42:11 AM
Bruagh shifts from one foot to the other, waiting for the figure he is pretty sure is Gargul to speak. Until he does, the dwarf remains silent
Be At Peace [CDM Jerry] Wednesday December 24th, 2014 5:05:25 AM
"BE AT PEACE," the stranger intones. And you are.
No fear remains. Not of death, the Shadowlands, or of the stranger himself. No compulsions to bow or show obeisance remain.
"Evening Prudence. You've done well. If I may, try writing to your family again. They might just write back this time."
The sounds of a hog rutting around nearby can be heard. "IMP, WE'RE HUNGRY. PREPARE SOME FOOD." The imp with a grin hops up and rushes off.
::swiiishh::
The imp can soon be heard to say off in the silver pink fog, "Can one of you louts help me drag it over and prepare it? Make a spit."
Soon, there is a rather large hog roasting over the fire.
"BRAUGH, SIT RELAX."
Time passes. The hog begins to smell good.
Looking at Zieluvit he says, "CHECKER, WITH TIME THE WAKING NIGHTMARES MAY BECOME...HELPFUL. LISTEN TO THEM." The stranger seems to listen to his own nightmares for a time. He grunts.
"NIKOLAI, TEACH ZIELUVIT YOUR MEDITATION TECHNIQUES. IT WILL HELP HIM FIND SOME PEACE."
The hog cooked, the imp takes it down with the help from some in the party and begins to cut it up and parcel it out. "Dig in folks! It's good! Yum!
It is good. Refreshing. The smells of the campfire ease your souls.
Gargul says, "TINKER, LIVE."
And he does becoming solid. The welt becomes a scar. It both hurts and feels good.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Wednesday December 24th, 2014 1:52:12 PM
Bruagh's knees buckle at the command and he finds himself seated, and relaxed. He is also kinda flabbergasted. " How did you... I mean, you're Gargul and all but still, how?" Bruagh realizes he is questioning Gargul and his mouth clamps shut. " I beg your pardon, I do not mean to question you."
AC 21 T17 F17 CMD 22 (26 Bull Rush or Trip); HP DEAD "Tinker" (SteveK) Wednesday December 24th, 2014 2:19:43 PM
And as simple as that, Daemar Torvalsson becomes substantial once more. His first new breath is in the middle of a fetid swamp with the unwashed bodies of half a dozen others. And it is the sweetest smell in the Wold!
Having no fear, Tinker turns to Gargul and bows from the waist. "Thank you, Wandering One. Even in the lands of Rest I may have felt unrest knowing these good friends may have needed my help and I wasn't there. I will do my best to honor your gift by remembering I don't have to protect everyone all the time."
Almost sheepishly, Tinker looks at Nikolai and Prudence, Michael and the nearby William, Braugh and the dark stranger with the bow. And doesn't really know what to say.
"Um, ... Hi."
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Wednesday December 24th, 2014 8:03:37 PM
Mychael smiles. Hey Tinker!, good to have you back
Michael is unaccoutably happy when the Dwarf reappears. He hasn't known him very long, but he feels a kinship with this dwarf. As well anyone who'd put themselves between death and their friends is someone of worth. The buzz fades and Michael feels as though he is relaxing among friends, so strange with the excitement of a while ago. Never one to refuse free food, he partakes of the roasted boar. Stands near the Imp and makes small talk with him. I think members of the "3ft or less club aught to have things to talk about.
I Have Spoken [CDM Jerry] Wednesday December 24th, 2014 10:21:04 PM
The wanderer smiles at Braugh. Most definitely a smile..you think.
He turns his head a bit and observes Michael as he interacts with Tinker. Then looks within Michael's soul and grimaces. Most definitely not a smile. He looks as if he is about to say something to the halfling, but refrains.
Then he takes a swig of his drink, finishing it.
"What is it boss?" Imp inquires.
"I'M NOT SURE YET." Gargul answers.
Finally he can contain himself no more. "MICHAEL OR IS IT MYCHAEL...OR ARBIT? THE HALFLING FROM THE LAND THAT DOESN'T EXIST. OR DID YOU MAKE THAT UP TOO? NO IT WAS GIVEN TO YOU. YOU DON'T KNOW WHO YOU ARE AT A TIME IN YOUR LIFE WHERE THAT IS SO VERY IMPORTANT. SEARCH! FIND OUT. IF YOU HIDE FROM YOUR TRUE SELF MUCH LONGER IT WILL HURT YOU AND THOSE YOU ARE GROWING TO CARE ABOUT. I HAVE SPOKEN!"
Turning to Tinker, he nods. "PROTECT YOURSELF TOO, DWARF. THIS BRAVE BAND NEEDS YOU MORE THAN THEY KNOW."
And with that, Gargul stands and starts walking. Off and away into the distance. The Shadowlands fade and the locale returns to the location of the battle. The fireplace is still present as is the roasted hog. Silver stars dot the sky.
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[DM Ken, I return the reigns to you sir. Sending you an email.]
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) Thursday December 25th, 2014 12:00:55 AM
Zieluvit not lost sight on Gargul. He was uncertain if what he experienced was "really real". Maybe an amazing illusion planned by the contractor? Probably not. Things were just too sudden for a mind like his that every day struggles with a slumbering chaos.
As for the apparition turning material, Zieluvit didn't notice the "fallen comrade" and the revenant Tinker are the same. The storm he lives with is occupying most of his cognition at this time, as the Drow tries to appease the load of doubts with uncertain deductions. He takes many full breath circles to come with a simple response to the dwarf. "What just... Hello. Agh!"
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Thursday December 25th, 2014 2:50:39 PM
Nikolai had not had time to ponder, or lament, Tinker's death. It was enough for him to keep Pru from the same fate and keep his Fist together while trying to extricate them from a near impossible situation. He had done all he knew to keep his friends safe and it seemed all for nothing. At least until Gargul appeared.
Now he lifted his head up when addressed directly. He knew nothing of this stranger that just appeared. The swamp has upchucked a number of surprises in their few weeks here but a friend was totally unexpected, although most welcome.
"I'll do my best, Sir," he replies humbly.
The camp and food is most welcome sight and rivals that of Home, considering how long they'd been in a dismal swamp with hardly a hot meal, not counting Pru's roasted hyena and gnoll, which may not have been edible anyway.
However he felt sort of guilty enjoying a meal as all was well with the world. It isn't until Gargul brings Tinker forth that Nikolai's countenance brightens. The monk goes over the gives the dwarf a big hug but says nothing, a little tear dribbling down his check said it all.
Now he can fully relax and enjoy the roasted pig. He waves goodby to Gargul as the Shadowlands fade and they return to the swamp.
"Oh yeah. We still have to get out of here somehow," he mumbles, mouth full of roasted pig.
AC 21 T17 F17 CMD 22 (26 Bull Rush or Trip); HP DEAD "Tinker" (SteveK) Thursday December 25th, 2014 3:56:48 PM
Tinker's first breath in a fetid swamp among the unwashed bodies of friends and bloody bodies of enemies is the sweetest in the world. The dwarf bows and amends his thoughts "Right. It's not enough to always protect others, I need to protect myself too."
Nikolai's welcome makes the stoic dwarf uncomfortable, but Tinker realizes that he likes it too, like, well, like family. Awkwardly, the dwarf gives a quick hug back. "Uh OK, it is good to see and feel all of you again too." And then to cover his embarrassment, he continues. "So I guess we eat and move our prisoner out to Hornfowl before finding the last lair."
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Thursday December 25th, 2014 5:07:40 PM
When a god speaks, it is wise to listen. But survival trumps existential angst in this case so he asks a question of his thumb.
Are we going to try and find the other 2 warrens with this prisioner or are we going back to base and dropping him off?
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) Thursday December 25th, 2014 9:02:30 PM "Who guessed the Fist could be so... well... sentimental?"
Witnessing the return of Tinker and the will to resume the mission, Zieluvit finds an opportunity to address his current goals. He walks by, storing Vynghol inside the quiver and salutes Nikolai a way of not the Surface Drow he lived with, but the Drow Below, with a palm in front of the chest pointing upward and the thumb touching the chest.
"I have a small matter to discuss. Actually, I care little for your mission, but wandering the swamp by myself would be fairly stupid. I was headed to the Citadel, but with your permission I may fight for your group. Since traveling alone around here is too dangerous and you look like you could use Vynghol's accuracy, we both benefit from being allies."
The Drow extends a hand to Nikolai and smiles.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Thursday December 25th, 2014 11:41:28 PM
Nikolai accepts the extended hand of Zieluvit. (OOC: German name? LOL)
"This you must understand. We are members of a mercenary company. We've been sent out to this swamp to scout out the gnoll positions as they have been raiding the towns and villages outside the swamp. As such we have a mission to accomplish. On the other hand, we've completed most of it and it would be wise for us to take advantage of our gains and head back to the Citadel. You are under no obligation as pertains to our mission, but deciding to join us you accept me as the commander of this unit, as appointed by the Captain. You will be required to handle an equal share of camp duties, which include keeping watch as well as clean-up.
If you accept this, then you are most welcome. There's no guarantee we've seen the last of the gnolls."
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) Friday December 26th, 2014 1:06:44 AM
(OoC: It's a hit.)
"I accept it for now, to join your commanding unit. However, I must see for myself something before joining the Fist as a greater organization." With the statement, Zieluvit proceeds to compliment the group.
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 + Cover, hp 26/30 Friday December 26th, 2014 10:15:00 AM
William returns from hunting and takes time to greet their new drow companion. He helps cook up his catch and relaxes by the fire...
He suggests, "let's return to base, drop off the prisoner, replenish our supplies and then come back to finish. Trying to keep an eye on him is going to be hard if we are in a fight and he may have valuable information that could help the HQ. Also, we could check out the catacombs and pick up s few items too."
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP 9/39] [Mage Armor] (Kathy) Friday December 26th, 2014 11:38:16 AM
"Welcome back, Tinker," Pru says with some relief. She didn't want to say goodbye to the talented dwarf any more than she'd wanted to say goodbye to any of her companions.
But she is distracted. Write her family again? Did she dare?
Well, of course, if a god told you to do something, you did it. She just isn't sure she's up for the challenge.
"I agree with William," she says. "We need to report in and turn over our prisoner. If they want us to come back and do some more recon, we can do that." Although she hopes they don't have to. Swamps, ick!
AC 21 T17 F17 CMD 22 (26 Bull Rush or Trip); HP DEAD "Tinker" (SteveK) d20=3 ; Friday December 26th, 2014 2:45:23 PM
Tinker frowns, not because of the dark elf's offer to temporarily help with his bow nor his seeming reluctance to join the Fist. By his ancestors, the Agents don't have the authority to make Zeluviet a part of the mercenary company anyways. What bothers Tinker is he is not sure if Sergeant Nikolai could legally accept auxiliaries under his authority. The Tinker thinks more and remembers the Captain had them looking for potential allies as well as opponents. Yep, Zeluviet should fit that hole nicely.
Happy with his thoughts, Tinker doesn't say anything, only helping himself to the hot food left by Gimp the Imp and waits for Nikolai's orders.
On another thought, Tinker also reinforces the captured gnoll's bonds with his manacles and tightened by a simple lock. Let's see the hyena man get out of those!
Nikolais Fist gains an ally, and spends the night in the now dry-star covered area within the Cursed Swamp. the feelings of oppression and danger are gone from here, and forever will be. No matter how menacing a curse or hostile the landscape, the touch of a God come in peace leaves a firm print upon the Wold.
The cartographers of the Fist, several of whom were devout worshipers of the God of Life and Death, would pen a name next to this small spot of swamp. "Tinkers Rest", would be penned by the spot where the dwarf had been lain low, then arose minutes after.. as if it had been naught but a nap.
Gathering their gear and prisoner, the party heads off towards the nearest known Blood Root plant. Of their Gnollish pursuit, there was no hard evidence. But as they approached the plant, they heard the gleeful cackle of a very loud imp, and the frantic yelps of distraught Gnolls.
The party is now in front of the Blood Root within its grove, and still has its replacement scroll of sending. If they activate this particular plant, it will send them west again, which is away from the path leading home.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Friday December 26th, 2014 5:55:23 PM
Ill break trail, spot ambushes and stab people in the back and sing songs. Unfortunately I dont have a map. Somebody else must point out where to go.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) d20+11=16 ; d20+9=25 ; d20+8=9 ; Friday December 26th, 2014 8:31:51 PM "Good, then. You are welcome. But just to be clear, I have no authority to enlist you as a member of the Mailed Fist, only to accept you as a guest of our own Fist as a means of mutual protection. Once at the Citadel, you will need to apply for membership like anyone else. Prove yourself experienced in combat, and you can forgo the three years of new recruit training," Nikolai smiles.
While resting or taking his turn on guard patrol, Nikolai has time to think and sort through the day's events. Although the loss of Tinker was a blow, it was only momentary, thanks to the unpredictability of Gargul. None had expected him to show up. The greatest blow was Linden's abandonment of the Fist. That will be very hard to explain to the Captain, since even he didn't know what happened. He could loose the status of Thumb for that. On the other hand, his appointment to be Thumb was never indicated to be permanent and he viewed the position as a rotational one to give each one some Command experience.
At the Blood Root, Nikolai ponders their next action. They can't keep carrying the prisoner along. They could really use reinforcements. They can't officially require the drow archer to continue on with their mission.
OOC: I thought we were heading East to the Teleport Site. Oh well.
"Looks like we are best served cashing in our chips. Carren's Fist is still out here and perhaps they can finish off scouting out the last remaining gnoll warrens. Let's head to our original teleporting tree and get back to our horses, if they are still alive, and the Citadel. I'll contact HQ once we've teleported out of this swamp."
FYI: to newcomers. Warren's Fist is another scouting Fist that came to bring Michael. They went scouting one way and we went the other.
With that, Nikolai leads the Fist to the original teleporting blood root tree that will get them out of the swamp. He sends Tinker and Michael in front as scouts, he takes up the rear, the rest in the middle carrying the tied and gagged gnoll leader.
Perc +11 = 16 Stealth +9 = 25 Survival +8 (find their way back to their original starting point, using map) = 9 ooops.
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 + Cover, hp 26/30 d20+2=15 ; Saturday December 27th, 2014 1:53:50 PM
As they head to the proper blood root, William remains in the middle of the group, weapons and spells ready... He's not much of a tracker but does try to aid in the survival check, as he can cast cantrips to help their trackers...
Surv aid another = 15
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Saturday December 27th, 2014 2:11:17 PM
Bruagh keeps the gnoll prisoner in line. Since he seems easier to handle while moving on his own he is allowed to remain conscious. If he starts being a problem, trying to escape, call for help or other things Bruagh finds unhelpful, the dwarf remains prepared to knock him out again and drag him, by the feet.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+11=20 ; d20+16=18 ; d20+3=12 ; Sunday December 28th, 2014 1:01:54 AM
Leading with the help of Tinker
perception 20 stealth 18 survival 12
AC 21 T17 F17 CMD 22 (26 Bull Rush or Trip); HP DEAD "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+10=13 ; d20+10=29 ; d20+2=9 ; Sunday December 28th, 2014 7:24:59 PM
Tinker takes the lead, looking for a good path to the north-pointing Blood Cypress, confident his manacles will keep the gnoll leader subdued.
Perception. 13
Stealth. 23
Survival 9
Manacles. Escape DC 30. Break DC 26
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) Sunday December 28th, 2014 10:53:01 PM
OoC: Checking in.
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP 13/39] [Mage Armor] (Kathy) Monday December 29th, 2014 1:04:39 AM
Pru is glad for a night's rest, since it allows some of her wounds to heal a bit. She is still moving stiffly, however, as the group moves out through the swamp. "Just a bit more," she tells herself. "Just a bit more. Soon you'll be back at the Citadel taking a lovely bath."
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Monday December 29th, 2014 1:59:29 AM
checking in as well.
DM Ken - Map So Far - Wisplight Fight Monday December 29th, 2014 2:41:33 PM
ooc: Hey guys, down here in the swamps of Baton Rogue intetnet is spotty. I'll post as much as I can during standown.
With each of you helping with both camp duties and prisoner watching, the days slip by without much problem. The entire swamp seems calmed somehow, or you have just become a part of it yourselves.
When your trek back to the first Bloodroot nears completion, small talk is interrupted by a strange noise. Whimpering, high pitched and weak, comes from the path. It makes the ears of your captive perk, and he stops walking to stare in the direction from which it came.
A badly hidden path has been cut through the swawmp, and a tent is poorly concealed within sight from the trail. Whoever made this path does not have much skill in outdoor survival.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Monday December 29th, 2014 6:25:25 PM
OOC: DM, how many nights did we get to rest? Need to know so our injured can know how much to heal.
IC: Nikolai quietly motions for a halt in their progression, although it wasn't necessary. With silent hand motions, he points to Tinker then to the crude path, and to his eyes. Tinker knows what to do, but Nikolai also puts up the index finger to mean only one to go and holds any others that want to scout also.
"If it is a trap, need as many here as possible," he reasons.
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) d20+12=21 ; Monday December 29th, 2014 7:06:18 PM
Watchful of the path and the surroundings, Zieluvit is distracted by the gnoll for an instant. "The bridge... I did not ask and they said all over again. How far would they go? A path is a path. It leads to but one end. Don't hurt to know. No blood shall be spilled this time. Just move on before it is too late."
The Drow ponders the situation. He feels drawn to approach, but Nikolai prevents. Zieluviet nods and returns to the side of Prudence and William.
-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~-~- Perception: 21
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Monday December 29th, 2014 8:43:34 PM
Bruagh looks at the Gnoll, ready to stop it if it tries to make a break for it.
AC 18 T14 F14 CMD 19 (23 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 43/43 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+10=24 ; d20+10=15 ; d20+3=23 ; Monday December 29th, 2014 9:17:26 PM
Ooc: friends, gentle reminder that "checking in" posts are discouraged. If you absolutely only have the one time that day to post, make an in character post that only uses free actions. This helps keep the story flowing, especiLly for any lurkers who are reading our board! .........
Tinker nods and moves down the path cautiously, Urgosh in hand. He is confident that he can keep himself alive until the others can back him up in case of trouble.
His plan is to return and tell the group if quiet or call out if attacked.
Stealth 24
Perception 15
Survival 23
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+3=21 ; d20+11=29 ; d20+16=20 ; Tuesday December 30th, 2014 12:14:49 AM
Michael loads his sling staff and picks a good spot from which to flank anything chasing Tinker down the trail back to the group.. He's watchful for a trap, scanning with his eyes but never letting them rest on any one thing. the better to spot movement.
survival 21 perception 29 stealth 20
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP 13/39] [Mage Armor] (Kathy) Tuesday December 30th, 2014 1:28:12 AM
"It sounds like somebody's hurt," Pru says. She stands ready as Tinker goes to investigate.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Wednesday December 31st, 2014 12:26:10 AM
Nikolai resists the urge to swat at a pesky gnat. He wished he knew magic, because if he did, he'd create the spell 'Zap Gnat' and maybe become famous that way.
AC 18 T14 F14 CMD 19 (23 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 43/43 "Tinker" (SteveK) Wednesday December 31st, 2014 6:11:03 PM
Tinker presses on quietly, the swamp noise absorbing any occasional sound from the dwarf. This is good, because Tinker is rather distracted by the sound from the tent and wondering why the Flind captive was so interested i. The sound...
AC 18 T14 F14 CMD 19 (23 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 43/43 "Tinker" (SteveK) Thursday January 1st, 2015 9:05:07 AM
Ooc. Please use the game board for the game and the Loot and Booty board for cool stuff like Klingon Mosquitos.
He tries to discern if he can tell the language the creature might be using if it's crying for help or in agony...
Ling - 23
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Friday January 2nd, 2015 12:29:12 AM
ooc: sorry, my character is in positon and I don't want to be the one Marshall Ken calls out for missing a post.
ACDM SteveK. Sheriff Ken is not keeping track this week. Normal posting starts on Monday 5 January.
DM Ken - Map So Far - Wisplight Fight Saturday January 3rd, 2015 1:23:04 PM
Ooc: Back from the swamp! The game will pick up Monday, Jan 5. This module will wrap up around Friday, so please start looking at purchases and lvl up options, for those of you who didn't finish your lvl 5 transitions.
=D
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Sunday January 4th, 2015 8:56:17 PM
OOC: I wasn't sure when the level up would take effect so i didn't incorporate any new stats and stuff. Is that correct?
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Monday January 5th, 2015 12:08:08 AM
OOC Its not my character, so I didn't ( and can't) level it up.
Those few who scout ahead find an unexpected sight, just about as weird as anything else in this swamp.
The tent is not empty, nor are it's occupants human. A gnoll female lays on her side, tongue lolling in exhaustion as she pants. She sees she has visitors and closes her eyes, grunting as she lays back and exposes her neck.
At her belly, three small pups suckle viciously. They are small still, and do not seem to notice the strangers in their tent.
The female is in bad condition. She had a number of bite wounds and swollen bruises, likely from the attentions of the males in whatever den she served. These are the first pups you have seen, and the first female not serving the whims of the males of her species.
DM Ken - Map So Far - Wisplight Fight d100=9 ; d100=65 ; d100=91 ; d100=25 ; d100=38 ; Monday January 5th, 2015 3:56:18 PM
stuff
AC 18 T14 F14 CMD 19 (23 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 43/43 "Tinker" (SteveK) Monday January 5th, 2015 5:14:19 PM
Tinker grips his Urgosh, payback for being nearly killed by gnolls in Hornfowl and then actually killed in this swamp... And stays his hand. " I don't kill babies, or new mothers", he grumbles. "That's not right."
He pulls out a potion of cure light wounds and takes a sip to show the gnoll mother it is not poison, then tosses it in the tent near the exhausted female.
Once done, he keeps quiet and trudges back to the group, (incidentally taking extra time just in case the female wants to slip away) being very careful to be quiet, and reports. "New mother gnoll and three pups, and out and away from the dens. Almost looks like she was exiled. "
He rubs his nose, and glances at Nikolai. " we can leave her here or capture her and take her with us. May have good info on how the gnolls are organized. "
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP 13/39] [Mage Armor] (Kathy) Monday January 5th, 2015 6:20:35 PM
"If we bring her with us," Pru says, "maybe she could be taught to be a nice gnoll. Anyway, the pups could surely be taught."
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Monday January 5th, 2015 6:45:49 PM " She don't belong here. Every gnoll we have questioned has said the swamp is for war, not for breeding. Breeding is only done in the old home den. We should definitely take her with us for questioning at the Citadel. If she is here then more is going on in the swamp than we previously have discovered. She can probably tell them where the home den is too."
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Monday January 5th, 2015 6:56:06 PM
Nikolai lets the information settle in for a moment. "Well, capturing her wouldn't be the way I'd put it, at least if she doesn't protest too much. You are right that if we treat her well, and she has a beef against this shaman of theirs that has brought this upon her, her information would be more reliable than his, pointing at the gnoll pack leader.
"I'm curious, though. I thought they didn't bring the females and children to this swamp...William, take Pru with you and see if you can convince her to come with us. Tell her we will help take care of her pups, heal her, and make sure she and her pups have food and water. Tell her that if we leave her here alone, she and her little ones will die. Pru, put on your best looking female charm you can to help, ok?"
Nikolai certainly doesn't want to force them to come and will leave them there if he has to. If she shies away, maybe someone has a Sleep spell handy. Once she is out of the swamp and sees they don't intend to kill her, he hopes she becomes more co-operative.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+11=21 ; d20+16=24 ; d20+3=10 ; Monday January 5th, 2015 7:21:50 PM
Michael agrees, but keeps.watch around the area, what or whoever did this to her might still be near. If needed he will help with the female and pups. He is curious though, just how many teats does a female gnoll have? perception 21 stealth 24 survival 10
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 + Cover, hp 26/30 Monday January 5th, 2015 8:15:08 PM
William is hesitant to let this evil creature and its offspring live but reluctantly agrees to speak to it and communicate the groups peaceful intentions. He also asks it about any gnolls in the surrounding areas and where safe vs dangerous areas may be...
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) d20+2=12 ; Monday January 5th, 2015 11:11:24 PM
Zieluvit smirks as the group discuss the finding and frowns when Bruagh and Nikolai point out their plans. "Indeed, they are as easily hidden as a campfire. If my oppinion is allowed, I'd vote against taking them to the Fists' Citadel. I doubt she knows more than the captured and, even if he resists the questioning, eventually truth will be uncovered.
The Drow stops for a moment and collects his thoughts. [i]"For war, not for breeding... For war... we're too exposed!"[i] He looks at the gnoll leader and attempts to perceive if he's aware of an ambush. (OoC: I'd guess a Sense Motive check =12) Anyway, Zieluvit is considering the worst outcome and readies Vynghol. "This may be a trap."
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Tuesday January 6th, 2015 12:21:35 AM " If it be a trap lad let them come. This one will hit the dirt before they land a blow. He and I have danced, even if he can't understand my words, he knows what I am saying." " The she dog has been beaten, if Tinker's recon is to be believed, and I do believe it. She escaped here from the North is my guess, to give her whelps a chance to grow instead of a chance to be eaten by the other gnolls. That was the overpopulation situation we heard before. Here is your proof. " "Take her back, let her tell her tale. bargain to allow her and the whelps go. They're evil as she is and the rest of these mongrels are but I'll take that chance to learn where the real threat is, and learn how desperate they are to expand. Hell, the swamp has nearly claimed us a few times, and we are hardened veterans. She came here alone and wounded to give birth to 'em. She has maternal feelings and they told her this was better than the warren she came from. If they are that desperate for space, the Fist will be facing them soon or I'm a tutu wearing ballerina."
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) Tuesday January 6th, 2015 1:59:25 AM
With the eyes sweeping the field from left to right, Zieluvit attempts to conceal his preoccupation. "I wasn't aware of it. You may be right. I feared they might be watching us, waiting for us to let the guard down."
Too concerned with the possibilities, Zieluviet doesn't realize that his attention is compromised. "So naive! I won't fall for it!"
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Tuesday January 6th, 2015 7:45:05 AM
Something grows in Michaels chest, the words of the Powerful other echoing through his mind.
you know, this begs a question ive had for a while now. The place I came from, the person I was raised to be, says we should kill them, but a louder voice within me screams that it is wrong and we should let them live. That voice, that feeling like if I do that, I'll kill a part of myself, I believed it was weakness. But Stormbringer feels it too, and he is the furthest thing from "weak" ive ever seen. So if that feeling isn't weakness, what is it?
Questions are made and suggestions postured, but in the end the order of Nikolai is just that, an order.
It doesn't take much to realize the female is in no position to argue even if she wanted to. The potion Braugh threw at her still lays where it landed.
Helping her up and out is no real challenge, nor is corralling the whining pups. They eagerly stretch for their mother (And her four teats, I imagine. I don't like the idea of a gnoll with boobs, so I imagine them to be physically similar to a male with teats on the abdominal area) and squirm until they see the male captive, who glares fire and ember at the female.
While studying the female gnolls anatomy in a totally not creepy way, Michael notices that only one of the pups shows any similarity in the reddish color and markings to the mother. The other two are dull brown and grey, respectively. Further, the pups each seem to be different in age.
Having been cajoled into taking the potion, the mother is still weary, but seems ready to walk.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) d20=8 ; Tuesday January 6th, 2015 12:17:13 PM " How we handling this boss? This guy is on a knife edge now and will certainly be on her and the whelps as soon as he gets an opportunity. I can control him though, I think. But every time we stop to rest or sleep we are going to need extra precautions to keep them separate. We might need to watch her too. If the males did this to her then she might fancy a little payback. While I wouldn't discourage that we need this captain alive."
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Tuesday January 6th, 2015 2:35:04 PM
Do the pups look malnourished or sick in any way? Are they old enough for solid food? Can they walk or do they need to be carried? How do they react to the party? Corralling them could be an issue, thats why im asking.
DM Ken - Map So Far - Wisplight Fight Tuesday January 6th, 2015 3:08:35 PM
The pups are skinny and small but seem otherwise unharmed. Their eyes are open, but you figure you will likely have to carry them.
Prudence Gundle [AC 18; HP 13/39] [Mage Armor] (Kathy) Tuesday January 6th, 2015 5:17:58 PM
At Nikolai's request, Pru goes with William to get the mother gnoll, though privately she wonders whether it will do any good. It's true that the female gnoll might be more likely to trust another woman, but Pru isn't sure that she herself is recoginzably female to gnoll eyes.
"We'll have to carry the pups, I suppose," she says. "I wonder if we could rig some kind of sling, so they could ride next to their mama? And if she could support their weight if we did that?"
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+4=18 ; Tuesday January 6th, 2015 7:30:25 PM
Michael gets some sacks out, and some twine. With a little work we aught to be able to rig some kind of carrier or papuse to carry them in.
Craft 18
AC 18 T14 F14 CMD 19 (23 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 43/43 "Tinker" (SteveK) d20+9=20 ; Tuesday January 6th, 2015 7:37:52 PM
Tinker suggests an easy way to keep horror from happening. "Micheal and I keep the leader up with us and the female in the back. "
"But I agree that we need to keep moving. Keep ahead of the chase. "
Perception. 20
William the Courageous (Ken) AC 18 + Cover, hp 26/30 Tuesday January 6th, 2015 9:11:35 PM
William helps them get the mother moving and asks her about who sired the babies, as its obvious they come from different dads... He repeats his queries about any gnolls in the surrounding areas and where safe vs dangerous areas may be...
He does try to restrain himself from laughing at the thought of Braugh in a pink, furry tutu...
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) d20+11=28 ; d20+9=12 ; d20+8=21 ; Tuesday January 6th, 2015 11:40:03 PM
Nikolai hears Zieluvit but instead of looking at him to answer, he keeps his attention to the surrounding area when he speaks. "Your opinion is of worth, as any of the others. I value everyone's insight even if I decide to do something different. At least you give me options. You may be correct that she may know little or nothing more than him, but there's more here than just verbal info. There is cultural information too. We know very little of the culture of the gnolls of the swamp. So even if she doesn't tell us much in military terms, she'll be telling us much of how their society works."
Nikolai has to stifle some chuckles during Buragh's speech and wonders if he ever did see a ballerina that didn't wear a tutu. Then he shakes his head to clear the vision of Bruagh wearing one...
Nikolai nods as Michael voices the deep moral dilema they face. "There's no guarantee, but there's no chance if we don't try. The opportunity to learn their true nature without the peer pressure from their tribe is too great to pass up."
Nikolai likes Pru's idea and smiles at Michael's contraptions. "This is teamwork at it's best", he casually says to no one in particular. "Keep them separated as Tinker suggests. Let's get moving again."
Of all of them, Tinker had the right to speak against saving any gnolls regardless of gender or age, but the dwarf remained quiet on the matter.
Thus they continue their trip to the blood cypress. Pru and William helping carry any pups using Michael's contraptions and the leader up front with Tinker and Michael. Bruagh and Zieluvit in the middle, and Nikolai as scout.
Perception +11 = 28 Stealth +9 = 12 Survival (following map to the blood cypress) = 21
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) Wednesday January 7th, 2015 2:46:06 AM
Not surprised, Zieluvit refrains from any objection he would make. He offers the mare to carry whatever they need.
He directs a shy question to Nikolai. "Do you intend to hand them to your superiors?"
As the Drow walks, annoying thoughts resume to bother him. He takes Vynghol to gaze the carved behir.
"The path I follow is different from theirs, yet the paths lead to the same end, or could a single path have more than a possible end? What does the Mailed Fist really want? The risks... The 'purpose'... They know it. And you know what to do. The only way to prevent the 'danger' is to face it."
The swamp seems relieved to see the mercenaries leave, just as they are to leave it. Tinker and Nikolai catch fleeting glimpses of small, green moss-covered men who follow them through the swamp. From time to time, one of these creatures flags the others and they disappear from view, only to pop back up later down the trail after some creature or another released a surprised death cry.
When you arrive, and you do so safely, the figures vanish from sight.
The Gnoll looks nervously at the plant, pondering if perhaps you plan to use him how his kind have used their slaves in the past.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Wednesday January 7th, 2015 1:08:43 PM " Gather 'round me. I'll touch the root. I've the most hardy constitution among us. Sgt Nikolai, if you'd stun this one before we go, it'd make things easier. I remember being disoriented as we passed through before. Having him regain his wits first is not something I want to see happen." Bruagh takes a firm grip on the prisoner's shackles and once Nikolai says they are ready, he touches the plant and allows it to draw out his blood.
(OOC - DM, I have posted twice that I'm trying to talk to the female but you haven't responded either time as to whether she is talking or not? )
DM Ken - Map So Far - Wisplight Fight Wednesday January 7th, 2015 2:23:31 PM
(Sorry Ken! I'm kinda bad sometimes about forgetting text that isn't spoken or quoted, but implied in background activity)
The female is apprehensive at first when William begins speaking, and she looks a little suspicious. Once she is mended however, she opens up and speaks, but well away from the male.
"There are no safe dens in these swamps. There are no safe dens in the north. There you might be chewed by the males. Here you might be swallowed by the swamp lights, stabbed by the green men, killed by the swamp, or beaten by the males. I left with my pup and the pups of others who would not leave. They have strong males, and my pup will be a fertile one. "
She thinks a bit about his other question.
"If other Gnolls were here, I would be dead. Females are not allowed to rear pups here. It is forbidden. Females here are only to serve the males as mates and to manage the dens and slaves."
AC 18 T14 F14 CMD 19 (23 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 43/43 "Tinker" (SteveK) Wednesday January 7th, 2015 5:33:20 PM
Tinker keeps the gnoll leader in hand when at the Blood Cypress, and a sap in the other. "Don't think of escaping, for I'll cosh you first. Right?"
For whose blood, Tinker acknowledges that Braugh has a point, and let's the other dwarf bleed for the travel.
Tinker nods in thanks for the little veggie piggies, and once away from the swamp, tucks the kewpie doll in his belt into his backpack as a souvenir.
"Ready to see the Citadel, Zeluviet? You can get your answers for recruitment there."
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) Wednesday January 7th, 2015 6:05:18 PM
The Drow nods to Tinker. "I hope I am."
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Wednesday January 7th, 2015 8:03:35 PM
Pru isn't strong, so if possible, she avoids carrying a pup. Carrying her spear and pack is about all she can manage.
She stands quietly to the side as the group surrounds the blood cyprus, glad to be one step closer to the Citadel.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 d20+11=18 ; d20+4=18 ; d20+4=19 ; Wednesday January 7th, 2015 8:44:09 PM
Michael isn't too sure just how much blood this thing needs to function but he's willing to donate some if need be, He hands his last CLW potion to Bruagh. draws his rapier and prepares for the feeling of being born again. He postions himself the the Lead Gnolls off hand side, and preps a strike in case it starts feeling frisky after the teleport.
Percetion 18
prepared strike 18 ignore the 19, I thought I was pressing "submit"
William thanks the female for her help and waits for the root to move them to their next destination...
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Wednesday January 7th, 2015 11:07:12 PM
At Michael's questioning look, Bruagh says, " The plant is greedy lad. It wants all the blood from one source, unless one isn't enough. If that's the case it drinks the life from one and then waits for more from another. Something this boyo here knows too well. Lookit him squirm thinkin he will be paying the price. " "Save your potion. A tap or two from Nikolai's wand and I'll be fine. Save the potion for emergencies in case you are the one down and I have to feed it to you. That wand is just a fancy twig to me."
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) Thursday January 8th, 2015 12:14:52 AM
Nikolai is relieved to have finally reached the Blood Cypress point of origin. However their group has grown quite a bit and does not let Bruagh take the brunt of the sacrifice. "With Horse, gnoll, female gnoll with pups, and all of us, it is best to not overload your system, Bruagh, and joins his hand in for the blood sacrifice. "If is needs me, it will take me, but I need you on your feet when we get to the other side." he smiles.
With the gnoll pack leader firmly secured with shackles and gagged, William assuring the female that the trip will be all right, they do the thing. He refrains from hollering 'Say goodby to the swamp, folks!, afraid that this would jinx their trip.
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) Thursday January 8th, 2015 5:26:14 AM
Zieluvit doesn't understand the whole Cypress thing and just follow the group's instructions. After realizing they mention some blood offering, he's not so sure about this travelling method and would prefer to simply walk the way north, if it were not to be alone in this eerie swamp. This being the case, there's not much he can do.
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Thursday January 8th, 2015 1:42:38 PM
Bruagh has to disagree. " NO SIR. Stand away from the root Sir. If I or anyone else should fall powering it who is going to heal them? I can't use that pretty stick. Tinker can try, but it may outwit him long enough for someone to die. Same with the conjurer or the scout. Think. Let the meat shield do the meat shield work while you do your job and keep this all orderly and under control. So far it hasn't drawn more to transport one or two vs the whole group. The horse takes the place of one of the Centaur. We are not as many more people as you think we are."
OOC Volumewise we really aren't that many more pounds of flesh. We might even be fewer.
With the puppies situated, a brief argument ends with Braugh shoving his way forward and feeding the plant. The surly dwarf braces for the life draining effects of the plant, but surprisingly feels no pain.
When he regains his footing, he finds his feet placed firmly on the rock-solid ground of The Scab, and recognizes the old festival grounds where he and his fellows fought off a pack of Wyverns. He feels a hand on his hip and looks down but sees no-one. He does hear the familiar voice of a very old imp in his ears.
"Not you dwarf. You done good by the Fist, but you should have never left home. There's some big things happening in the Scab, and a girl named Tahni is going to need your help. Your fate lies here instead."
The voice fades, leaving Braugh alone with his thoughts.
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The rest of the Fist touch ground in the same place they left, but other than the general location, not much is the same.
The assassin vines have been cleared away. A small circle of 12 tents has been erected, and the beginnings of a wooden wall are in place. There are at least 3 full squads of the Fist on duty, and a stable where the horses they left behind are currently resting. The Cypress itself and its surrounding vegetation are unmolested.
Nearby, a trio of men are arguing and red-faced, but violence seems unlikely. Two are rather portly, and they appear to be scholars rather than warriors. The third is a familiar face, as he is one of the personnel clerks of The Fist.
One of the men, wearing a curious purple robe with some strange insignia is shouting. "I tell you it's completely safe! Whats a little blood when we have pints of the stuff? Just grab one of your green soldiers and tell them to feed the damn thing!"
The bursar seems hesitant, as do the few recruits gathered around the conversation.
The other man, dressed in black, presses on.
"How the hells will we know how it works or catalog the damned thing if you won't help us research it?"
Bruagh Stormbringer AC 25/12/20 -- CMD 19/23 -- HP 56/56 (David Feest posting) Thursday January 8th, 2015 5:17:07 PM
OOC Good luck guys
AC 18 T14 F14 CMD 19 (23 Bull Rush or Trip); HP 43/43 "Tinker" (SteveK) Thursday January 8th, 2015 5:58:14 PM
Tinker sees the fort and the argument and takes an immediate dislike to the man in the purple robe. "Or you can ask us," he growls. "If you ask nice and stop demanding blood of the Mailed Fist."
The dirty, blood-stained dwarf hefts his Urgosh. "Be careful what you ask for..."
Prudence Gundle (Kathy) Thursday January 8th, 2015 6:01:33 PM
Pru is surprised to find so many people camped at the blood cyprus. She's not quite ready to face the spit-and-polish of a Fist encampment after so many grubby days in the swamp.
She moves past the arguing scholars, hoping that there is perhaps a place here for herself and her fist-mates.
Zieluvit Iezerth - AC 17 (TAC 14, FF 13) HP 44/44 (Antonio) Thursday January 8th, 2015 7:04:25 PM
Guessing the purple robed man is some kind of high officer, Zieluvit takes this as a show of what he expected from the Mailed Fist. "What an example of empathy..." William's reaction, however, prompts the Drow to reconsider. "It seems that hope still lives. Maybe..." The place surely is unexpected and, even knowing that the blood thing triggered some kind of teleportation, the arrival was a complete surprise.
Calmly and pretending the scene is natural, Zieluviet closes to the group and whispers to one by his front. "Where are we? Can these people be trusted?"
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Thursday January 8th, 2015 7:46:43 PM Oh gods! It took him! The damned tree took him!
When Bruagh doesn't show up with the party, Michael gets upset.
Shane P Michael Wittman AC18, T16, FF13 (ucdodge) HP43/43 Me+4, R+8, CMB+7, CMD+13 Thursday January 8th, 2015 7:46:45 PM Oh gods! It took him! The damned tree took him!
When Bruagh doesn't show up with the party, Michael gets upset.
At the sight of the scholars, he goes over and tries to find their leader, offering to share what he and the rest of the Fist discovered about using this tree. However, in return he asks to copy a spell or two from their spellbook, if there are any mages in the group...
(DM - Any results from my identification of the pipes? Also, note my request to the mages/wizards in the group gathered around the tree - I offered to share information in exchange for the chance to copy a 3rd level spell from their books... Preferably an evocation or conjuration spell that I don't have yet...)
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 20 Tch 20 Ffted 17 HP 33/38 CMD 20/22(Grapple) d20+4=18 ; Thursday January 8th, 2015 11:28:19 PM
Nikolai is doubly surprised when he comes out of the teleportation. Then tents catch him off-guard but mostly the fact that Bruagh was not with them. Michael's exclamation brings him back and quick thinking helps dissolve some worries. "Michael! It doesn't work that way! The tree didn't 'take' him. We already know what happens when someone dies due to the tree. Bruagh would still be with us, dead or alive. Something else happened. I had my hand on him when we teleported but something wrenched him away."
Zieluvit asks 'Where are we? Can these people be trusted?' and Nikolai responds. "Well, we are out of the swamp and a few days ride from the Citadel. This is the spot the gnolls were using to send raids to our towns. I'm glad to see that it is being well watched, however it is disturbing as well. I'd have preferred to have the trees destroyed rather than exploited. We only did what we did out of dire necessity. As far as trusting these go, no, I don't."
Nikolai then makes sure the gnoll leader is still well contained, then checks with William on how the female and her pups fared through the teleport.
He then takes up along side Tinker and makes a stand, "NO one is going to use this Blood Cypress for ANYTHING until I talk to the Captain! I'm going to report our return and inform her what's going on here. So stay away from that tree until I get back!"
Intimidate +4 = 18
At that he gathers the Fist and gnolls and follows Pru, looking for a more private place to use the Message scroll and contact the Captain.
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