DM Kathy Sunday October 30th, 2016 8:51:41 PM
Many of you assist your new tenants--though anybody trying to help out in Sunny Sewing is likely to trip over Hmerrin. You know that your street tax ensures that the major Houses will (mostly) leave you alone; the Tonloe brothers have their instructions, and your tenants seem pleased with their new storefronts.
[Everybody please take 600 XP for the previous scene]
The next day, as you make your way from Marsh House toward the new building, you hear a major commotion coming from the direction of the docks. Approaching closer, you hear shouts and screams, and the unmistakable sounds of combat. You also begin to pass townsfolk, fleeing for their lives away from the docks.
You soon see the reason. As you get closer to the docs, you see that a large number of Merfolk are attacking the city. One of the docks is on fire. Several ordinary civilians lie dead and wounded in the streets. Sailors and street toughs are fighting back as best they can, but they can't compete with a trained, disciplined fighting force. The Merfolk are all riding some kind of mount, to help them move about on land. In their midst is a particularly well-armored Merman, riding a dire crocodile.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Monday October 31st, 2016 5:02:48 PM
"Oi, what's going on here," Wil says as he watches the Merfolk. "Looks like we have some rescuing to do. Can we help the civilians fighting or do you want to jump right in?" "I vote we jump right in," Cicero spoke from within his head. "I knew you would say that." Wil said out loud. We need an advantage. I can cast some Darkness. That would give the civilians a chance to flee?"
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+9=21 ; Monday October 31st, 2016 5:05:09 PM
Lornak walks alongside Hmerrin reminiscing about a crush he once had similarly in his youth; "She needed no adornment. No traditional dyes in her hair or tattooed trimming. Her eyes smoldered with an inner, fire..." He trails off as he notices the dock and mounted Merfolk on land. "...fire..." He says coming back to reality. "NO, Look, FIRE!"
Lornak sets about getting the wounded off the street and away from the oncoming onslaught. He does his best to figure out what kind of animal the Merfolk are riding and whether or not the dire crocodile is magical. (Knowledge - Nature d20=21)
Var (Tom I) Monday October 31st, 2016 7:59:54 PM
Var is stunned and doesn't respond at first, but then he spring into action. I shouldering his bow he begins to sprint towards the chaos.
Hmerrin(HP 50/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21) Monday October 31st, 2016 9:09:39 PM
"Tattooed trimming?" Hmerrin wonders aloud. Then he turns the corner and sees the combat.
"All righty then," the lad comments. He pulls his axes and runs toward the fracas.
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:27/27; AC:22 Touch 18; FF 18] - CMD 18 Monday October 31st, 2016 9:13:21 PM
Toston draws his wand while moving towards the fray and then casts mage armor on himself when he is out of movement.
DM Kathy Monday October 31st, 2016 10:22:45 PM
As you rush toward the docks, you are joined by Elthani. You actually met her a few days ago--Boggs introduced you--but in the rush of trying to deal with your building you haven't had a lot of time to bond. Elthani is a sea-elf, with blue skin and red hair. A certain roundness to her eyes and ears whispers of human ancestry somewhere in her family tree. She is a healer, a servant of Alemi, and now she is running for the battle for all she is worth.
"Hi, guys!" she gasps. "I was just looking for you!" [That's what she says unless Nellie overrules me, because it's Nellie's character and she gets the final say. I'm just trying to bring her in. :) ]
You form up and approach the battle. It hasn't gotten any less confusing in the last few seconds, although it does seem that help is arriving. You catch a glimpse of what you think is another adventuring group off in the distance. A squadron of Knives is also bearing down on the scene. And overhead, an archer with wings on her boots fires shot after shot at the Merfolk. Those of you who have met her recognize Vorelle.
Ahead of you, you see a group of three Mermen and a Mermaid. All are riding strange creatures that look like some kind of salamander, equipped with saddles that seem designed for Merfolk. [They look something like this. ]
Two of the Mermen wield large tridents. The third has a longbow. The Mermaid has a little bitty dagger that she doesn't seem to be paying much attention to. They see you, shout, and head in your direction.
And the map. Just to catch Nellie up, you should have the correct permissions to move your character. And everybody else's character, but don't do that; be polite. :) On the map, the market tents provide some concealment, but not cover; you can move through them at half speed. Let me know if there are questions.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 Monday October 31st, 2016 11:52:59 PM
"I thought we paid "protection" to be, well..., protected."
Dušan says this half jockingly while taking in the battlefield.
(OOC: I'll make a combat post tomorrow. I just wanted a Monday post. Sorry it's so late.)
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16, Casting Summon Monster III) d20=6 ; Tuesday November 1st, 2016 4:33:47 AM
"So....what'd I miss?" the healer pants out after her mad dash. She still hasn't gotten her "land legs" as it were.
Spotting the Merfolk, Ethani is confused as to why her cousins would be attacking innocents. She calls out to them in Aquan "Hail, citizens of the Undersea Kingdoms. What brings you to these shores? Why are you attacking these innocents?! Cease immediately!" Diplomacy=6.
Never really one to actually succeed in Diplomacy, Ethani prepares for what she knows best...battle. Scooting back so she can actually take in the battle field (squeeze past Lornak and Willford), Ethani begins casting. She casts and casts, and caaaaaaasts (full round action), willing a lantern archon to appear in front of the merfolk about 20 foot in the air above them.
She calls out to her...allies...fellow soldiers...friends? "If anybody needs Bull's Strength, just let me know. Oh, or if you want magical armor, I can help with that too."
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Tuesday November 1st, 2016 3:31:04 PM
Wil stepped forward forty feet and into the alleyway. Suddenly his amulet burn upon his chest. A shadow appeared. "Cicero, stop," Wil insisted as a shadow form appeared in front of him. "What are you doing?" The shadow morphed into a wolf and approached the enemy with a growl. Cicero shimmered as he walked in and out of the shadows. Wil drew his crossbow as he watched Cicero, the shadow approach the merfolk. http://paizo.com/pathfinderRPG/prd/bestiary/wolf.html#wolf ----- Spell List --- Orisons: Guidance x2, Virtue x2 Lv1: Summon Monster I, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor x2 - D: Touch of Darkness Lv2: Summon Monster II - D: Longstrider Channel energy 2d6 Shadow amulet: SM2 1/day 3 rnds
Hmerrin(HP 50/50 AC26/18t/18ff, CMD 21) Tuesday November 1st, 2016 6:34:18 PM
In response to Ethani's query, Hmerrin calls out, "Yes and Yes".
Wilford is moving, and the long haired fighter moves with him. The lad stops a little ahead of Wil, swinging his two axes in lazy circles, his eyes taking the measure of these sea guys.
- Move 30', Total Defense
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Tuesday November 1st, 2016 7:16:20 PM
"Yes, tattoos! Have you never seen me commemorate an event in ink upon my skin after the fact?!" He asks Hmerrin. "It is very much our way."
As he runs he brandishes his crossbow and loads a bolt into it.(Standard Action)
Lornak notices Elthani merge with the group as they make their way towards the marauding merfolk. He is as struck by her shock of red hair as he was when he met her before. Its hue rivals that of any Surface Drow dye and would be admired as such for its brilliance.
"And it seems you have found us. Although, I am not sure if it happens to be under the best of circumstances." He says as he eyes the band of merfolk advancing. "Stay behind me."
Lornak takes his usual place between Elthani(healer) and the front lines. (Move action)
"You guys know the drill!" He then raises his buckler.
Buckler +1 to AC Active.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 d100=71 ; Tuesday November 1st, 2016 7:50:13 PM
Dušan nods to Elthani as he moves to Asteria's side. "It will be nice to have a hand getting everyone up to snuff for a battle. If you start with Hmerrin I'll start with Asteria."
Back in his home city, Dušan easily finds a Ley Line to channel Bull's Strength on Asteria.
(OOC: d100 = 71 Ley Roll, Spell is cast, Spell per day is spent. Total L1 4/1, L2 4/1 40 rounds Bull's Strength on Asteria: +4 enhancement bonus to Strength, adding the usual benefits to melee attack rolls, melee damage rolls, and other uses of the Strength modifier
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] Tuesday November 1st, 2016 8:23:00 PM
Asteria waves to Ethani, smiling as she takes out her axe. "Nah, you didn't miss nothing! Glad you came. We need a healer!" Grinning to Dusan, she thanks her friend. "I know I can count of you for a "here's some strength, go beat 'em up" magic thing! Let's take these baddies down!"
Taking a deep whiff of the ocean wind, the young barbarian pushes into battle, tapping her friends as she slides past them. "Scuse me, coming through! On your left, oh wait, your other left!" She eventually makes it to the front lines, just a little in front of Hmerrin. "Hope you don't mind me dropping in."
Var (Tom I) d20+7=24 ; Tuesday November 1st, 2016 8:39:06 PM
"Pay for protection? they can't even protect theyselves." Var says. Looking around at the alley, Var doesn't like his limited sight lines. So, slinging his bow over his back, Var grabs on to whatever lose mortar or timber he can find, and climbs up the side of the building nearest him (Climb: 24).
Once on the roof (OoC: Assuming Var is able to make it on to the roof this round) Var once again readies his longbow.
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:27/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 Tuesday November 1st, 2016 9:23:12 PM
Toston says to Ethani, "Didn't we meet somewhere else, like a dream, a celebration, a party?"
He shakes his head moves 30 feet and then casts shield on himself.
DM Kathy d20+8=13 ; d20+5=8 ; d20+5=20 ; d20+5=22 ; d20+4=22 ; d6=3 ; Tuesday November 1st, 2016 10:36:59 PM Ethani calls out to the attackers in Aquan. And, while her diplomatic efforts fall flat, she does get an answer to her question. "None who aid the foul Sahuagin shall escape our wrath!" one of the warriors replies.
Her Lantern Archon appears in the air near the attackers.
Using his amulet, Wilford conjures up a shadowy wolf. [OOC: Do you want to find a wolf picture you like for the map, or do you want me to find one?]
Hmerrin and Asteria move up and prepare for battle with help from Dušan.
Lornak readies his crossbow and buckler while Var scrambles to a rooftop to gain a better vantage point.
Toston moves up and casts a spell.
One of the warriors spurs his strange mount into a charge! His trident skids off Asteria's armor.
The other warrior backs down the street. He seems to be preparing a charge of his own, but he takes the time to throw a javelin at Ethani's Lantern Archon. It clatters harmlessly to the cobbles.
The archer nudges his mount forward and fires two shots at Hmerrin. Both miss.
The mage rides her mount casually through the tumbled marketplace. She casts a spell [Spellcraft DC 16 Highlight to display spoiler: {Chill Touch} ], then she---ohhh, that's disturbing. She reaches out her hand and her arm stretches all the way to where Hmerrin is standing. Hmerrin feels an icy touch on his chest, that seems to sap the life from him! Hmerrin takes 3 points of damage, and must succeed at a DC 14 Fortitude save or take a point of Strength damage. Knowledge Arcana DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {That stretchy thing is a power of the Aberrant sorcerer bloodline.}
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16, Casting Summon Monster III) d20+11=24 ; d20=14 ; Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 8:35:13 AM
Ethani sighs as Hmerrin indicates he would like a spell cast on him and then darts into battle. With a shake of her head, Ethani advances. Fighters...always so quick to rush in.
Noting Lornak's longer than usual glance at her hair, Ethani gives it a quick shake. These land dwellers were pretty good looking, especially this land dweller. Ethani gives Lornak a quick grin before she focuses on the battle.
Then Dusan indicates that she should cast buffing spells on Hmerrin. Alright then...orders are orders, she supposes.
Following behind Lornak, Ethani is suprised by the mermen's response.
Hmmmmmmm....I think there might be some miscommunication here... Ethani thinks. She calls out to her allies, and also loud enough for the other responding groups to hear. "Guys, there's some kind of misunderstanding here. They think we're working with the Sahuagin. There evil critters that live in the Kingdoms. Let me see if I can talk some sense into them before you guys kill them."
Turning to the merfolk, Ethani spits on the ground. "Sahuagin?! I would rather be thrown to the depths and the life crushed out of my body than work with those scum! " Pulling a strand of pearls from under her armor, Ethani produces them. "These were given me personally by High General Ashira Baraq, leader of the sea elves forces for my actions in the battle of Loralei against the Sahuagin. I remember some of your people were there. Many good citizens of the Kingdoms were lost that day. Please cease your actions and we can talk about this obvious misunderstanding." Diplomacy=14
Still, as Mom had always pointed out, Diplomacy without action is worthless. And even though Dusan had ordered her to cast Barkskin on Hmerrin, Ethani thinks a different order of spellcasting might be in order here.
Ethani readies Hold Person to be cast on the spellcaster should the merfolk continue their attack (Will Save DC 16).
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16, Archon action) d20+3=13 ; d20+3=6 ; d20+3=8 ; d6=4 ; d6=6 ; d6=4 ; Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 8:41:29 AM
OOC: Ooops...forgot the archon.
Should diplomacy fail, Ethani orders the archon to attack the tough guy in the back (I'm guessing he's the guy on the croc) with it's light rays. (AC13 for 4, AC6 for 6...psssh...like that's going to work).
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+2=15 ; d6=4 ; d20+5=13 ; d8=8 ; Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 3:41:37 PM
"Cicero, stop. We may have an avenue to negotiate!" Wil shouted but the shadow wolf ignored him. The Shadow of a wolf stopped beside the merman, in front of Asteria, and stared. After a moment there was a hint of movement along the wall beside the merman. The shadow of the merman pulled from the wall to Wil's disbelief and formed a wolf's jaws. It came down upon the merman and attempted to bite him and trip him.
(Attack 15 - Hit 4 plus trip) Wil steps 20 feet forward and under the tent at the corner. He fires his crossbow (Attack 13 - Hit 8) ----- Spell List --- Orisons: Guidance x2, Virtue x2 Lv1: Summon Monster I, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor x2 - D: Touch of Darkness Lv2: Summon Monster II - D: Longstrider Channel energy 2d6 Shadow amulet: SM2 1/day 3 rnds
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 d20+9=15 ; d20+7=15 ; d100=4 ; Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 4:50:31 PM
When the spells start flying Dušan is too focused on his friends to take note of what they are (Spellcraft d20+9=15), but recognizes the elongating limb of an Aberrant Sorcerer. (Arcana d20+7=15)
"Why do Aberrants try so hard to live up their name?" Dušan wonders aloud as he races to Hmerrin's aid, but his disgust distractracts his connection to the Wold's Blood.
(OOC: d100 = 4 Ley Roll, Spell is not cast, Spell per day is spent. Total L1 3/1, L2 3/1 39 rounds Bull's Strength on Asteria: +4 enhancement bonus to Strength, adding the usual benefits to melee attack rolls, melee damage rolls, and other uses of the Strength modifier)
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+6=15 ; d20+10=27 ; d4+3=7 ; Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 5:10:41 PM
Lornak kind of recognizes what spell the merlock mage is slinging but not quite. Magic is not his forte' after all. He's surprised at himself to even maybe knowing.
Before he realizes that Ethani is trying to quell the battle before it starts he pulls the trigger of his crossbow. A bolt hurls itself at the warrior in front of Asteria. (Attack Action d20=27, 7 dmg)
"Dusan?" Lornak says as he loads another bolt into his crossbow. "When you have a moment, would you be so kind to imbue me feline nimbleness?"
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 5:11:49 PM
"I am fairly certain I will need it." He eyes the mounted warrior ready to charge with his salamander.
Hmerrin(HP 47/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21) d20+6=23 ; d20+9=28 ; d8+6=12 ; d20+9=20 ; d6+4=8 ; Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 7:23:37 PM
"What the?" Hmerrin exclaims, as mer-witch-lady reaches across 30' to tap him on the chest. A wave of ice washes over him, but he jerks his head and shakes it off. [Fort 23]
"Seriously," he mumbles. "That's messed up, right there."
New Girl calls for a truce, but after that little love tap, the young human ain't having any. He steps into the gap between Asteria and Wil, and strikes hard at the merman facing the barbarian. -- 5' step, and full attack on merman facing Asteria. Battleaxe hits ac 28 for 12 hp damage Handaxe hits ac20 for 8 hp damage
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 d20+11=21 ; d8+4=8 ; Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 8:10:20 PM
Var moves across the rooftop so that he can fire directly down onto the front line of the Merfolk harassing Hmerrin. He draws back an arrow, but hears the call from Ethani to hold fire, and for a fraction of a second Var hesitates before he looses on the Merfolk Sorceress (21 vs. AC; 8 damage).
"This looks long past the point of talking." Var says to himself.
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] d20+8=10 ; d8+8=13 ; Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 8:36:08 PM
Asteria glances back at Ashira, hearing her yelling something weird to the weird bad guys. "Sorry, sis! Talking doesn't work around these places!" She swings at the closest merman to her, and misses spectacularly. "Talking might be a good idea now."
--- 10 vs AC for 13 damage against merman in front of Asteria
39 rounds Bull's Strength on Asteria: +4 enhancement bonus to Strength, adding the usual benefits to melee attack rolls, melee damage rolls, and other uses of the Strength modifier)
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:27/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 9:10:20 PM
Toston cuts through the market, moving 30 feet and tossing up his red tinsel saying "Ho, Ho, Ho" to benefit from the gift he received almost a year ago.
DM Kathy d20+8=14 ; d20+5=10 ; d20+5=7 ; d20+4=6 ; Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 10:47:19 PM Ethani readies an action and calls out again in Aquan.
"For someone who hates the Sahuagin, you've made a curious choice of allies," the warrior replies.
Meanwhile, the Lantern Archon targets the merman on the dire crocodile. Its rays do not hit.
Wilford's shadow wolf attacks the warrior, but misses. Wilford's own crossbow shot also misses.
Dušan attempts to cast a spell, but can't get a handle on the Woldsblood he needs to fuel it.
Lornak's crossbow shot hits and does damage. Hmerrin follows it up with some melee damage of his own. Asteria misses, but the Merman is nonetheless looking seriously hurt.
Var shoots the spellcaster, and does damage.
Toston moves up and performs an arcane gnomish ritual.
The injured Merman warrior withdraws. The uninjured Merman warrior charges, targeting Asteria, but misses. (Wilford's shadow wolf gets an Attack of Opportunity at the charging warrior.)
The archer fires two shots at Wilford. Both miss.
When the Merfolk attacked, Ethani's readied action went off, and she cast a Hold Person on the mage. The mage freezes mid-gesture.
Somewhere to your left, the Knives are fighting a pitched battle against more Merfolk warriors. Townsfolk continue to stream past you, running for their lives. You've lost sight of the other adventuring group, but the Merman on the dire crocodile is still in the center of everything. He shouts to his troops in Aquan. Highlight to display spoiler: {It's basic tactical stiff; this squad move over there; shore up the right flank; archers fire at will; that kind of thing}.
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16, Archon action) d8+3=6 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2016 9:23:55 AM
Ethani sighs at the stubbornness of the merfolk. She calls out in Aquan with remorse in her voice. "Your actions toward these innocents and your continued hostilities have brought this upon your own heads."
Ethani turns to Asteria with guilt etched on her face. "Take them down, but try not to kill them. We need to find out what's really going on here."
Moving down closer to the battle lines, Ethani begins casting again, targeting the croc rider. She calls out to him in Aquan "Soldier, you should rest. Lay down on the ground and take your rest." Command fall. Will DC 16.
To the archon, Ethani orders it to cast Aid on Hmerrin. The lantern sweeps forward and gently touches Hmerrin on the head as it floods him with positive energy (Aid, +1 to hit and 6 temporary HP).
OOC: I'm sorry about not moving Ethani yesterday, but I don't have access to Google Drive at work and couldn't move it. Please forgive the double move.
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+10=17 ; d4+3=4 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2016 2:27:39 PM
Lornak fires another bolt at the warrior in front of Asteria but believes it to be off the mark. (Attack Action d20=17, 4 dmg) He then maneuvers off the main road and positions himself between the merchant stalls behind Wil.
"Contrary to our reputation," He says to dryly to Ethani. "We aren't killers." He stows his crossbow and brandishes his whip and rapier.
(Buckler +1 to AC Active.)
Hmerrin(HP 53/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21) d20+10=23 ; d8+6=11 ; d20+10=20 ; d6+4=5 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2016 7:06:00 PM
Hmerrin starts a bit as the flying light lands near him, but the spell is a good one, so he relaxes.
"We have reputations?" he replies lightly to Lornak. "Whaddya know."
And with that, the lad turns his attention on the newly arrived merman.
-- Full attack on merman in front of Asteria. Battleaxe hits ac 23 for 11 hp damage Handaxe hits ac 20 for 5 hp damage - Aid: +1 to hit, +6 temp hp
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 d100=49 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2016 7:39:06 PM
Hmerrin seemed to be handling himself, so Dušan heeds Lornak's call and casts Cat's Grace on the Surface Drow.
(OOC: d100 = 49 Ley Roll, Spell is cast, Spell per day is spent. Total L1 2/1, L2 3/1 40 rounds Cat's Grace on Lornak: +4 enhancement bonus to Dexterity, adding the usual benefits to AC, Reflex saves, and other uses of the Dexterity modifier 38 rounds Bull's Strength on Asteria: +4 enhancement bonus to Strength, adding the usual benefits to melee attack rolls, melee damage rolls, and other uses of the Strength modifier)
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 d20+11=21 ; d8+4=6 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2016 8:19:11 PM
Var sizes the opportunity and looses another arrow at the held Sorceress (Attack: 21 vs AC, 6 damage)
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+2=3 ; d20+2=8 ; d20+5=19 ; d4=1 ; d20+5=23 ; d4=2 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2016 8:19:39 PM
Cicero, the Shadow wolf takes the AOO but the shadow disappears back into the wall it came from. Cicero leaps at the merman but falls flat. "What are you doing, Cicero?" Wil shouted. Wil drops his crossbow and readies his staff. He casts "Touch of Darkness" on the Mermaid (Attack 19(Crit) - Hit 1) (OOC: Ugh tired and have things a little messed up. It's supposed to be melee to confirm ToD)
----- Spell List --- Orisons: Guidance x2, Virtue x2 Lv1: Summon Monster I, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor x2 - D: Touch of Darkness Lv2: Summon Monster II - D: Longstrider Channel energy 2d6 Shadow amulet: SM2 1/day 3 rnds
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] d20+12=26 ; d8+8=12 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2016 9:16:27 PM
"Yeah... About that whole 'non killing' thing... I'll get back to you about that." Asteria laughs nervously, before seeing that the wobbly looking baddie ran away. "Goodie, now I can hit you without worrying about killing you! I got you, sis! No murdering if they run away!" Taking a swipe at the merman before her, Asteria is pleased to see that her slash is far better than the last.
--- 26 vs. AC for 12 damage on the merman in front of Asteria
38 rounds Bull's Strength on Asteria: +4 enhancement bonus to Strength, adding the usual benefits to melee attack rolls, melee damage rolls, and other uses of the Strength modifier)
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:27/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 d20+29=35 ; d4+1=2 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2016 9:24:18 PM
Toston uses a swift action to charge his fist with magic and then moves to gain flanking with the wolf, then attacks with a stunning fist attempt at the merfolk.
(35 vs AC; 2 magic bludgeoning damage; DC 15 fort save or merfolk is stunned for 1 round)
DM Kathy d20+8=13 ; d20+6=17 ; 2d4+2=8 ; d20+4=21 ; d20+4=22 ; d20+5=20 ; d20+5=17 ; d8=7 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2016 10:45:20 PM Lornak fires a shot that goes wide of its mark.
Hmerrin attacks the second Merman warrior, and does damage. Asteria follows up with a mighty blow of her own.
Dušan casts Cat's Grace on Lornak.
Var fires a shot at the mage, which hits. Wilford casts Touch of Darkness on the Mage, and hits. [OOC: You cannot score a critical hit with an attack that doesn't do damage.] Toston attacks the mage and lands a solid blow.
The Merman who had withdrawn now charges Toston, and misses.
The other Merman warrior shifts his mount back a step (5-foot step) and attacks Wilford's wolf. He hits AC 17 for 8 damage.
The mage is not stunned, and she manages to shrug off the Hold Person, but that ends her turn.
The archer fires two shots at Asteria. One hits, and does 9 damage.
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16, Bull's Strength Wand to Hmerrin) d8+3=10 ; Friday November 4th, 2016 9:42:13 AM
Ethani can't help but laugh at Asteri's comment. "Good plan there...Sis"
Maybe it was a barbarian thing to call people Sis all the time. There was still so much she needed to learn about these bizarre land dweller's ways.
And then there's the drow. Ethani is not exactly certain how to take his comment. After all, she had been talking to Asteria at the time, and she specifically remembers a conversation where the barbarian had indicated that she had not intended to kill an opponent but still did. Was Lornak joking, or serious. Geez land dwellers were complex!
Shaking her head to clear her thoughts, Ethani removes her wand from her belt and reaches out and gently touches Hmerrin, endowing him with more ability to take down her wayward cousins (Bull's Strength, +4 to Str). She then calls out the lantern, requesting it to grant Aid to Asteria this time.
Ever obliging, the lantern zips over to the barbarian and gently taps her on the head as it casts Aid on her. (+1 to attacks and +10 temporary HP to Asteria).
Spells in place Bull's Strength (Hmerrin)-40/40 rounds Command (Fall) on Leader-????? Hold Person-0/5 rounds-shrugged off by spellcaster Aid (Hmerrin)-29/30 rounds Aid (Asteria)-30/30 rounds Summon Monster III-3/5 rounds
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20=20 ; d20+2=4 ; d20+6=20 ; 2d6=3 ; Friday November 4th, 2016 9:21:22 PM
(OOC: The wolf has damage reduction because he is a shadow creature. Not sure how to roll that so I will roll a D20..wow got a 20 - says -15 reduction) The Shadow - ugh- on the wall tries to move but it does. "Ugh, this is hard Wil. Getting hit all the time and not being able to hit these guys. I'm sorry.. I'm out." Cicero says as he waits for someone to hit back. Wil strikes the mermaid mage with his staff (Attack 20 - Hit: 3)
----- Spell List --- Orisons: Guidance x2, Virtue x2 Lv1: Summon Monster I, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor x2 - D: Touch of Darkness Lv2: Summon Monster II - D: Longstrider Channel energy 2d6 Shadow amulet: SM2 1/day last round
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 d100=59 ; Sunday November 6th, 2016 2:33:55 PM
Dušan looks at the Lantern Archon with increasing awe. "I've got to get me one of those. Can I have one of those?"
Refocusing on the current threats at hand, Dušan fears the clumping that has occured with his comrades. He then reconnects with a Lei Line and casts Blindness on the Mage.
(OOC: d100 = 59 Ley Roll, Spell is cast, Spell per day is spent. Total L1 2/1, L2 2/1 Permanent Blindness on Mage, Saving throw Fortitude vs. 15 39 rounds Cat's Grace on Lornak: +4 enhancement bonus to Dexterity, adding the usual benefits to AC, Reflex saves, and other uses of the Dexterity modifier 37 rounds Bull's Strength on Asteria: +4 enhancement bonus to Strength, adding the usual benefits to melee attack rolls, melee damage rolls, and other uses of the Strength modifier)
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+7=25 ; Sunday November 6th, 2016 3:55:59 PM
Lornak can sense Ethani's confusion. "Remind us to tell you about the Arena." He says as he lashes out at the merfolk sorceress in front of Wil with his whip in an attempt to trip her. (Attack Action to trip d20=25)
39 rounds Cat's Grace on Lornak: +4 enhancement bonus to Dexterity, adding the usual benefits to AC, Reflex saves, and other uses of the Dexterity modifier
Hmerrin(HP 53/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21)Aid, Bulls Str d20+12=19 ; d8+8=9 ; d20+12=21 ; d6+6=11 ; Sunday November 6th, 2016 6:53:18 PM
Hmerrin feels the familiar effects of the Bulls Strength spell, and grins. "Oh yeah, now we're talking"
The fighter lights into the only merperson he can reach (the mage?) ---- Full attack on mage, I think. Battleaxe hits ac 19 for 9 hp damage Handaxe hits ac 21 for 11 hp damage - Aid: +1 to hit, +6 temp hp Bulls Str
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:27/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 d20+6=23 ; d20+6=20 ; d4+1=2 ; d4+1=3 ; Sunday November 6th, 2016 8:26:10 PM
Toston takes a 5 foot step to gain flanking on the mage, charges his attack with magic as a swift action and then flurries.
(25(forgot+2 for flank) vs AC; 2 magical bludgeoning damage) (22 (forgot +2 for flank) vs AC; 3 magical bludgeoning damage)
DM Kathy d20+6=26 ; d20+6=10 ; 2d4+6=10 ; d20+5=11 ; d20+5=6 ; Sunday November 6th, 2016 8:49:24 PM Ethani casts Bull's Strength on Hmerrin while her Lantern Archon casts Aid on Asteria.
Wilford clobbers the mage as his shadow wolf disappears.
Dušan casts Blindness on the mage as Lornak tries to trip her. Luckily, Hmerrin and Toston finish her off before your poor DM has to figure out whether somebody can be tripped if they A) don't have legs, and B) are riding a mount.
The mage's odd mount, deprived of its rider, begins milling around in the tumbled marketplace.
One of the warriors takes a step back, while the other continues to engage with Toston. He hits--because a natural 20 always hits--but does not crit. Toston takes 10 damage.
The archer fires two shots at Wilford, but misses.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 d100=32 ; Monday November 7th, 2016 7:08:35 PM
"Huh... Well that didn't last long..." Dušan comments as the mage falls, "Let's try that again shall we."
Dušan casts Blindness one more time, this time on the archer. He then makes his way towards Toston. "Sorry Toston, I'm on my way."
(OOC: d100 = 31 Ley Roll, Spell is cast, Spell per day is spent. Total L1 2/1, L2 1/1 Permanent Blindness on Archer, Saving throw Fortitude vs. 15 38 rounds Cat's Grace on Lornak: +4 enhancement bonus to Dexterity, adding the usual benefits to AC, Reflex saves, and other uses of the Dexterity modifier 36 rounds Bull's Strength on Asteria: +4 enhancement bonus to Strength, adding the usual benefits to melee attack rolls, melee damage rolls, and other uses of the Strength modifier)
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 d20+11=22 ; d8+4=9 ; Monday November 7th, 2016 7:12:44 PM
(OoC: Oh dang, I missed the weekend post, sorry gang.)
Var fumbles with his quiver for a moment, and misses a shot on the Merfolk Sorceress. By the time he gets an arrow untangled from his pack the rest of the group has already taken her down. From his perch, Var pivots his aim to the warrior fighting Toston. (Attack: 22 vs AC; 9 damage)
Hmerrin(HP 53/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21)Aid, Bulls Str d20+12=22 ; d8+8=13 ; d20+12=24 ; d6+6=7 ; Monday November 7th, 2016 7:45:00 PM
Hmerrin slidesteps down to engage the merman beating on Toston.
"Hey, Asteria!" he calls. "Come on over here and let's take this guy out."
The fighter's axes sing their lethal song. -- 5' step Full attack on merman. Battleaxe hits ac 22 for 13 hp damage Handaxe hits ac 24 for 7 hp damage - Aid: +1 to hit, +6 temp hp Bulls Str
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] d20+12=18 ; d8+8=10 ; Monday November 7th, 2016 8:26:19 PM
Snapping out of her dreams of glamour, Asteria gets back into the swing of things. "Ah, yes! Coming!" She moves into position near Hmerrin and re-entered the brawl. Unfortunately, her day dreams kept her from doing her best. "Uh, whoops."
--- 10 foot step 18 vs. AC for 10 damage
36 rounds Bull's Strength on Asteria: +4 enhancement bonus to Strength, adding the usual benefits to melee attack rolls, melee damage rolls, and other uses of the Strength modifier)
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 52/52; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] Monday November 7th, 2016 9:02:52 PM
OOC: Adding the 10 extra HP granted by Ethani's Aid to Asteria's HP
Ethani (Genevieve subbing for Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16) d8+3=7 ; Monday November 7th, 2016 9:11:39 PM
OOC: Nellie just had surgery today, and is still under the effects. I will be posting for her tonight!
Touching Lornak with her wand, Ethani bestows Bull's Strength upon him. "I will be sure to ask! Sounds exciting."
Commanding the Lantern, Ethani has it cast Aid onto Toston.
--- Bull's Strength 40/40 to Lornak Aid (+7 HP and +1 to attack) 30/30 to Toston
Toston flurries against the warrior that struck him taking advantage of the flank. He first uses a swift action to charge his attack with magic and lets the merfolk have it with a one-two punch combo.
(21 vs AC : 2 magic bludgeoning damage) (28 vs AC; threat of crit, confirmed with 24; 5 magic bludgeoning damage on non crit, 10 magic bludgeoning damage on crit)
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+9=23 ; d20+6=14 ; 2d6+2=7 ; Monday November 7th, 2016 9:35:57 PM
"Cicero," Wil said to himself. "Your not the only one that cannot hit anyone." He taunted and added a little intimidate(23) for the merman in front of the lantern. "Can't quite flank you," Wil added the struck him with the both ends of the staff. (Attack: 14 - Hit: 7)
DM Kathy d20+5=6 ; Monday November 7th, 2016 10:32:07 PM Dušan casts Blindness on the archer, who immediately cries out and begins groping around him.
Var, Hmerrin, and Toston make quick work of the Merman warrior. His mount, too, begins to mill about.
Wilford attempts to engage the other warrior, but misses.
Ethani casts Bull's Strength on Lornak.
The archer urges his mount onward, back toward the docks. Of course, he can't really see where he's going, so he provokes attacks of opportunity from Asteria and Toston.
A horn sounds and the remaining Merman warrior begins to retreat toward the docks--moving more carefully so he doesn't provoke.
Toward the docks, the Merman on the dire crocodile is rallying the troops, who are beginning an orderly retreat. Something momentous seems to have happened over where the Knives are fighting, and Merfolk are retreating from that fight as well. The dock is still burning, and you have lost sight of the other adventurers.
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+9=23 ; Monday November 7th, 2016 10:47:09 PM
Lornak feels the familiar touch of agility fill out his nerve endings. He then watches the merfolk retreat and being the guarded drow that he is, does not trust what he is witnessing. He knows Vorelle is a strong fighter so if she is not within sight something is amiss. He backs up and blends into the merchants stalls at his back awaiting any unseen danger to manifest itself. (Stealth d20=23)
38 rounds Cat's Grace on Lornak: +4 enhancement bonus to Dexterity, adding the usual benefits to AC, Reflex saves, and other uses of the Dexterity modifier
36 rounds Bull's Strength on Lornak: +4 enhancement bonus to Strength, adding the usual benefits to melee attack rolls, melee damage rolls, and other uses of the Strength modifier)
Buckler +1 to AC Active
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16, Bull's Strength Wand to Hmerrin) d20+2=16 ; d20+12=26 ; d8+5=8 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2016 11:57:17 AM
Heading to a nearby stall, Ethani finds a small length of rope. She advances on the sorceresses body and begins to tie her up (Escape artist=16). Using a small amount of cloth she carefully gags her as well, just to be on the safe side.
Once she is satisfied that the sorceress won't be escaping any time soon, Ethani gets to work healing her wounds (Heal=26). Feeling her efforts might not be enough, Ethani casts Cure light wounds for 8 hp. She works diligently, trying to bring her patient back to consciousness.
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 d20+10=30 ; d20+10=17 ; d8+3=4 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2016 6:22:29 PM
Var moves to the edge of the roof and takes a shot at the fleeing warrior (Attack: natural 20; Critical Confirmation: 17; 4 damage on hit (12 on Crit)).
Hmerrin(HP 53/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21)Aid, Bulls Str d20+12=21 ; d8+8=11 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2016 6:59:43 PM
The merman start retreating, but not fast enough for Hmerrin. "Yeah, uh, I don't think so," he growls, and lopes after the two.
Reaching the trailing merman, the young human takes a parting shot. - Move 30' and attack trailing merman. Battleaxe hits ac 21 for 11 hp damage - Aid: +1 to hit, +6 temp hp Bulls Str
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 52/52; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] d20+13=22 ; d8+8=13 ; d20+13=30 ; d8+8=10 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2016 7:51:51 PM
Asteria gives a parting blow to the merman retreating. But... Everything goes better in pairs! "Here, have another one! For the trip back home, of course."
--- Move 30 feet forward 22 vs. AC for 13 damage [Attack of Opportunity] 30 vs. AC for 10 damage
35 rounds Bull's Strength: +4 enhancement bonus to Strength, adding the usual benefits to melee attack rolls, melee damage rolls, and other uses of the Strength modifier 28(?) rounds Aid: +1 to Attack, 10 temporary HP
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+7=12 ; 2d6=7 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2016 8:01:33 PM
Wil watches the mermen leave. He doesn't go after them. "Are you just going to stand here?" Cicero asks him but Wil ignores him. "Where is my crossbow? He searches the tents on the right side for his crossbow. (Perception vs DC 12 do find his crossbow and find anyone hurt.)
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:17/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 d20+7=8 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2016 8:09:15 PM Toston grabs his bow and fires a parting shot of his own charging it with magic as he too runs after the fleeing warriors.
(8 vs AC; natural 1 = miss)
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 Tuesday November 8th, 2016 10:11:24 PM
Dušan casts Stabilize on the the fallen, focusing more on triage until more help can arrive. He turns to Ethani between patients and mentions "I'm glad you came along. I was worried about looking after these people by myself."
He could mean all the pedestrians caught in crossfire, but he also clearly implies his friends with a wink and a smile.
DM Kathy Tuesday November 8th, 2016 10:31:06 PM
Now considerably more nimble, Lornak backs up and conceals himself among the merchant stalls.
Ethani goes to tie up the sorceress, but soon realizes the Mermaid isn't going to be escaping--or doing anything else--ever again. Presumably, she is with Gargul now.
Var fires a shot at the retreating warrior, who slumps and slides off his mount. The mount stops, seemingly confused.
Hmerrin chases the warrior, but he is already down, so he (presumably) moves on to the archer. Asteria likewise pursues the archer, after hitting him with an opportunity attack. The archer falls.
Toston attempts a shot, but misses, and really the only targets left are the mounts.
Wilford looks around for his crossbow, but doesn't see it immediately.
Dušan is able to stabilize the archer and the warrior who was retreating. The other warrior and the sorceress are both dead.
The remaining Merfolk are retreating to the sea. Riderless mounts wander about, sometimes cut down by visibly angry or frustrated Dirt City folk. The Merman on the dire crocodile turns to face the city. He gestures to indicate the burning dock and the fallen citizens. "This is the fate of all who aid the foul Sahuagin!" he shouts.
From overhead, Vorelle launches an arrow at him. It hits, but does seem to faze him much. He glares up at her before following his troops into the depths.
The dock continues to burn. The dead lie everywhere. Around you people begin asking each other who might have been aiding the foul Sahuagin. Most don't seem to know what a Sahuagin is.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+7=13 ; 2d6=5 ; d20+7=23 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 12:16:31 PM
"Oi, this is a mess," Wil says and pauses. "Now where is that crossbow. Ah, there it is... wait." He watches as the bow rises by itself then begins to move. "Oi, man. Let go of my bow." He then chases the bow for a bit circling around a bit before finally snatching the weapon. "Stay off my things, Cicero. You are this far..." He threatens but is fully aware he can do nothing to the shadow. He then channels some Positive Energy to any of the dying that are good. (Channel Positive Energy: 5) He then moves to search the merfolk. (Perception: 23)
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Wednesday November 9th, 2016 3:11:42 PM
Lornak watches as the last Merman sinks under the waters. He slinks out from behind the merchant stalls and does his best to keep the public from taking the life of the animal mounts. Killing them is senseless and inhumane regardless of the situation.
When he reaches the group again he has only one thing on his mind. He addresses Ethani; "Who is Sahuagin?"
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] Wednesday November 9th, 2016 7:06:27 PM
Asteria pants as the mermen leave, snarling a warning to them. "And don't come back, you scaly, slimy, JERKS!"
Letting her rage subside, the barbarian turns to see the carnage of the streets. In a quiet tone, Asteria addresses Ethani. "Say... You wouldn't happen to be able to say a prayer for our people who fell, could you? Y'know... A parting gift, or something."
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16, Busy healing) Wednesday November 9th, 2016 7:34:53 PM
Ethani does her best to triage all the wounded, based on how serious the injuries are, with no regard to whether they are merfolk or human. As she goes about treating the wounded Ethani answers Lornak's question. "They are fowl evil fish creatures who live under the sea. I can't see how anyone would want to team up with them. Unless there are evil forces at work that you are not aware of, this looks like a colossal misunderstanding."
Ethani turns to Asteria, clearly upset at the battle and all the dead. "Asteria, if you would please gather the dead from *both* sides and I will be glad to say a few words.
Presuming Asteria gathers the bodies, Ethani takes a small amount of holy oil from her spell pouch and anoints each head. "Lord Gargul, accept these souls into your Lands of Rest. Judge them by their deeds." As she finishes, Ethani whispers "Forgive me Alemi that I could not grant your healing to them."
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 d20+10=29 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 8:17:38 PM
From his perch on the roof Var surveys the city (Perception: 29). "Oi. Guys? I think somethin' bad just went down..."
Hmerrin(HP 53/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21)Aid, Bulls Str Wednesday November 9th, 2016 8:18:28 PM
Hmerrin gives Ethani a rueful chuckle. "Actually, the odds of evil forces at work in Dirt City are better than average," he notes.
Healing isn't the teen's forte, and he stands around rather helplessly waiting for something to do.
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:17/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 d20+1=7 ; d20+1=6 ; d20+1=3 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 9:06:44 PM
Toston tries to figure if he knows anything about any Sahuagin in the area but seems to be drawing a blank.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 Wednesday November 9th, 2016 10:16:44 PM
Dušan defers to Ethani's expertise, giving aid where he can. "Do Sahuagin often side with land lubbers?"
DM Kathy Wednesday November 9th, 2016 11:21:51 PM Wilford locates his crossbow--or rather Cicero does, and plays a bit of keep-away with it.
Lornak steps out of hiding to ask about Sahuagin.
Ethani moves about, tending to the wounded and saying prayers for the dead, with Asteria and Dušan assisting. Ethani is not the only priest present; others are sorrowfully performing the same task. There are more than enough dead and wounded to go around.
All of you are curious about Sahuagin. Because of her heritage, Ethani knows that they are a race of fish-creatures, and are generally not well liked. As to why the Merfolk thought Dirt City was aiding the Sahuagin--well, nobody quite knows.
Meanwhile, Wilford is searching the Merfolk. You find:
2 masterwork ranseurs (Actually, they're big tridents, but for game-rule purposes, they're ranseurs), 10 javelins, 1 masterwork composite longbow (+2 strength pull), 1 trident, and 5 daggers, In addition, there are 2 chain shirts, a set of studded leather armor, and a cloak that all detect as magic (assuming somebody casts it).
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16 Thursday November 10th, 2016 8:53:53 AM
Ethani shakes her head at the sadness that surrounds her. Such pointless violence. Turning to Lornak, Ethani shudders. "We need to find out WHY they think this city is aiding the Sahuagin. Merfolk are known to be a tad bit stubborn. If they continue to think you are aiding their enemies, this will be just one of many attacks to come." Turning to Asteria, Ethani asks her to look for any merfolk that may have been captured alive. "We'll need to question them."
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+10=19 ; Thursday November 10th, 2016 12:47:57 PM
"Indeed." Lornak agrees. Both with Var and Ethani. "Something sinister is happening here. However, this is Dirt City, it could be anything; A major house, a lone conjurer or just a misunderstanding, its going to be hard to tell."
Lornak searches the sky and surrounding area for Vorelle. Perhaps she may know or saw something that could help them. "Vorelle!" He shouts. "Thank you for your assistance! If you are close by and can actually hear me, would you be so kind to tell me what you saw from the sky?!" (Perception d20=19)
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20=4 ; Thursday November 10th, 2016 4:33:05 PM
"ewww... ranseurs. I've always thought these were cool. I should take one of these to hang on my wall at the building.. We could also hang a pair in the new training room. We should also round up some of these mounts to sell." Wil says. "Anyone know how to wrangle them?" Wil attempts to approach one but seems to be lacking any sort of mount whispering. (Handle Animal: 4) "I better stick to what I know," he then prays to Gargle to assist him with victims that are about to pass and offers them grace and a final prayer. That is until he hears the pawing of his mother in his ear. "I'm so proud of you. You are becoming such a honorable man," she repeats this many times with a wisp of happiness. "I'm not being rude, mother," Wil began. "I appreciate the praise but it's a bit much over and over."
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 d20+8=23 ; Thursday November 10th, 2016 7:58:10 PM
"Sinister? Here?" Dušan asks in a tone dripping with enough sarcasm to drown even the most jaded socialite, "but we just got back."
Sighing he opens his third eye and takes a closer look at the cloak casting Detect Magic on it with a little help from Guidance. (Knowledge Arcana d20+7+1=23)
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 d20+5=13 ; d20+3=23 ; Thursday November 10th, 2016 8:17:01 PM
Var hops down from the Roof and tries to lend a hand wrangling the creatures. (Handle Animal: 13 "Never seen these before..." Var says, while trying to identify the beasts (Knowledge: Nature: 23)
Turning to their new companion, Var asks Ethani "What's the deal with the Merfolk? Thought they kept to themselves."
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:17/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 d20+5=7 d20+5=16 d20+5=8 d20+5=8 d20+9=10 d20+9=17 d20+9=26 d20+9=16 Thursday November 10th, 2016 8:45:19 PM
Toston casts detect magic and starts trying to identify the items.
Spellcraft : 7, 16, 8, 8
Knowledge[arcana] 10, 17, 26, 16
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] Thursday November 10th, 2016 8:49:43 PM
The big, buff barbarian nods to Ethani, and gets to work locating any breathing mermen. Nudging all the lying mermen with the toe of her boot rather roughly, Asteria drags any who still have a bit of kick in them over to Ethani with not much grace of delicacy.
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16 d20+7=13 ; Thursday November 10th, 2016 9:08:17 PM
Catching hold of a nearby mount's reins, Ethani speaks to it soothingly in Aquan. "Shhhh...loosa peeeeepo. Shhhh." (Handle Animal-13)
She watches Asteria corral any possible captives with sadness. These people should be their allies.
OOC: Sorry for the 2nd post but I couldn't resist.
DM Kathy Friday November 11th, 2016 12:15:47 AM Lornak looks around for Vorelle, but does not see her. He calls out to her anyway; girlfriend is really good at hiding. But he gets no reply. Either she really has left, or she has no answer for him.
Wilford, meanwhile, tries to capture one of the mounts, without much success. Ethani has a little more luck, and manages to catch one by the....bridle? Sure, we'll go with bridle. Var looks it over. He has never seen anything like it before, but it looks like a very large axolotl.
[OOC: The riding axolotls are custom critters created by ADM Tom because I didn't want the mer-warriors flopping around on their tails. It stuck me as undignified. So, yay Tom!]
Toston and Dušan are able to identify the magical gear as 2 +1 chain shirts, a +1 studded leather armor, and a cloak of resistance +1.
Asteria attempts to round up prisoners, but she has some very aggressive competition for the task, in the form of some grim-looking Knives who seem to be spoiling for a fight.
"Leave them," a voice says, and you turn to see Abel Boggs, looking more shaken than you've ever seen him. "This is bad, and if we don't get a handle on it, it's going to get much, much worse. There's a meeting starting immediately, so grab your stuff and come with me."
Lornak HP:44/44 AC: 17(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+5=9 ; Friday November 11th, 2016 7:28:42 PM
Lornak stops what he is doing. (Handle Animal d20=5) Its probably a good thing Boggs stopped the handling. He is so out of practice, he was afraid he would hurt the poor beasts...
When he sees Boggs he is usually happy but can clearly see that mans agitation, which rarely shows, and is very very concerned. "What just went down?" He thinks to himself. Part of him is eager to know but another is wants to run and hide. He falls in step with the group and follows to the meeting place.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:31/31; AC:13(15); Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15 d20+7=15 ; Sunday November 13th, 2016 2:18:58 PM
Bogg's concern raises questions for Dušan, but he has worked with the man enough to trust him. He pulls his hood up, prays for Guidance and does his best to blend into the shadows behind his benifactor.
(Stealth d20+6+1 Guidance=15)
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:17/27; AC:26 Touch 18; FF 22 - CMD 18 Sunday November 13th, 2016 3:12:13 PM
Toston prepares to head to the meeting making sure the group gathers up the gear from the merfolk.
"Meeting?" Toston asks Boggs as they move to their destination, "With who? What is going on? Who is working with the Sahuagin?"
Var (Tom I) HP:42/42 AC:17/T:13/F:14 CMD:21 Sunday November 13th, 2016 8:11:59 PM
Var hitches the former Merfolk mounts to the first sturdy looking post he can find, more for their own safety. Checking his gear he quickly follows Boggs, a frown slowly growing on his face as they pass bodies of both sides of the conflict.
Ethani (Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16 Sunday November 13th, 2016 8:25:55 PM
Ethani follows the others in silence. She knows all too well how bad this could become if it progresses.
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 42/42; AC: 20; Touch: 12; FF: 20; CMD: 20] Sunday November 13th, 2016 8:40:11 PM
Asteria is just about ready to give the Knives the fight they were looking for when she hears the authoritative voice of Boggs. Giving the goons a not so nice look, she follows the others in silence.
Hmerrin(HP 53/50 AC22/14t/18ff, CMD 21)Aid, Bulls Str Sunday November 13th, 2016 9:09:30 PM
Hmerrin grabs his stuff and follows Boggs.
On the way, he leans over to Toston. "We can sell this stuff and pay off the Wolves for the month," he notes.
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