DM RobC - "I wonder how horrible the Matriarch will be?" Tuesday January 31st, 2017 5:37:40 AM Mack inspects the doors very carefully. From what he can see, if someone with decent upper body strength was to push against them, well, they would open.
Carver cannot see any locking mechanism either. It's a nice change to find a door that isn't locked in this place. Of course, that could be either good or bad.
Osul determines the weather underground to be somewhat dark the next few days, with no chance of wind, rain or sun. On the surface he suspects the weather will be somewhat overcast, and will have chances of moderate rain. How he knows that while underground beats me, but he knows it!
Atlas stands on guard. He has no idea what to expect beyond the closed doors.
Armand shows an uncharacteristic display of logic. Perhaps the earlier blows to the head helped in some way?
Owen looks about with a Detect Magic spell and finds no magical items or auras in the area (except for the party, of course).
Leskni advises caution, in particular to be quiet - in case it matters.
Beordir wonders how horrible the Matriach will be. He casts a Protection Spell on himself, just in case.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Tuesday January 31st, 2017 8:54:23 AM
Quietly, Osul whispers in reply, "Beordir, please don't ask that question. No matter what you may be thinking, the answer is "worse than that"."
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 41/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Tuesday January 31st, 2017 9:25:45 AM "And if she invites us in for tea and cookies, do NOT accept."
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 61/61 Character Sheet d20+3=22 ; Tuesday January 31st, 2017 10:21:40 AM
Atlas looks around at the party. He nods his head at the door, "If there are no objections I say we just open it. Carver, want to help out?" keeps his shield and sword in his hands, leans against the door with his left shoulder, and pushes with all he has.
--------------------------------------------------------------------- Strength check to open door: 1d20+3=22
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' d20+22=28 ; d20+21=25 ; Tuesday January 31st, 2017 11:23:16 AM
Still confused at what Armand said, I stand back, deep in thought, giving Atlas and Carver plenty of room.
If the door opens and we see nothing spectacular and proceed:
(d20+21+1(TTT) TrapFinding check of 28) (d20+20+1(TTT) perception check of 25)
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 55/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet d20+3=8 ; d20+3=21 ; Tuesday January 31st, 2017 12:22:32 PM
If the Doors are 10' each, Carver helps push on the same door, if the door is not that wide, Carver edges his lance tip past Atlas, and uses that to push from behind him. If his first attempt is not helpful, he will try again.....
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d20+4=24 ; Tuesday January 31st, 2017 5:24:44 PM
With everyone looking forward Armand decides to look to the rear. He watches intently. Perception 24.
wow nat 20
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/14, CMD 20, Saves: 8/10/9, HP: 27/43, Protection from Evil d20+4=12 ; Tuesday January 31st, 2017 7:58:04 PM
Beordir sighs again, but does not respond. Nor can he help with the muscle much. So he looks back around behind him again.
(OOC d20+4=12 ; Not much there, I suspect)
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT d20+13=29 ; Wednesday February 1st, 2017 5:49:59 AM "I'd quite like a tea...", he muses quietly before adding the non-sequitur, "Let me know if you need another pair of hands for the door." 'Osul awaits a response and keeps an eye and ear open.
Perception: 29
DM RobC - "And if she invites us in for tea and cookies, do NOT accept." Wednesday February 1st, 2017 5:51:01 AM Mack stands aside to let the muscle in the party push the heavy stone doors open.
Carver and Atlas push hard against the doors. It takes some effort, but they swing open.
Armand watches the rear - intently.
Beordir waits patiently, as Osul and Leskni caution the party about the Matriarch.
The light made by the party shines into the room ahead.
Unlike the other constructed rooms, this room is more cavern like. The walls look to be polished crystal of some kind, and reflect light well.
The cavern is filled with hundreds of stalactites and stalagmites made of the crystal. Amongst the crystal formations are a few drow bodies. Their bones are littered with crystals that punctured their mortal frames. Remarkably, they look very fresh. They could have died only moments ago.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 61/61 Character Sheet Wednesday February 1st, 2017 10:28:54 AM "OK, this is going to be interesting. Do we make a run for that door, or do we carefully make our way across the room trying to avoid the stalactites that are bound to be falling on our heads like those drow?"
Atlas looks about to see if there is anything about the cavern that would help them make a decision.
"My first inclination is to make a run for it. We should be able to make it there in just a couple seconds. If those stalactites are intentionally used as a weapon then it would be much harder to hit a running target and they would have fewer attempts to do so."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' d20+19=21 ; d20+21=36 ; d20+22=26 ; d20+18=28 ; Wednesday February 1st, 2017 11:54:04 AM "Well, I'd like to check out those bodies. Can someone hold a giant shield over my head? How about we Fireball the crap out of the ceiling?" ;)
If no one has any better suggestions.... "How about if I quietly and cautiously approach the first body, while you guys keep an eye out to see what happens?"
If we go with that plan, I cautiously approach the first corpse.... very cautiously. Ready to acrobatically flip out of the way. No hurry here. Maybe toss my Light Torch in to about AE8 first.
(d20+18+1 (TTT) stealth check of 21) (d20+20+1(TTT) perception check of 36) (d20+21+1(TTT) TrapFinding check of 26) (d20+18 acrobatics check of 28)
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 55/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Wednesday February 1st, 2017 1:14:41 PM "WAIT !" Carver makes sure no one enters into the cavern..... "Look at how they died. Shards of crystal, probably raining from the ceiling. Did they make noise that caused them to drop, or was it from a intentional attack. We need to be a lot more careful now. This may be a natural defensive measure, but it may just be a trap. I'm not sure what to do....." Carver readies his lance in case the corpses start to rush the group....
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Wednesday February 1st, 2017 4:00:24 PM "Man this is all kinds of bad. Before we go in, does anyone have a grappling hook? What if we try to hook those bodies and bring them over here?
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/14, CMD 20, Saves: 8/10/9, HP: 27/43, Protection from Evil Wednesday February 1st, 2017 8:28:38 PM
Beordir not quite able to see asks, "Are you sure the shards came from the ceiling? Could they have fallen and been punctured that way?"
While he's curious about his question, he mutters, "I'd rather not destroy such an impressive site."
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 41/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Wednesday February 1st, 2017 8:55:35 PM "Wait a second before going in, let me make sure that they are actually dead"
Leskni looks at the bodies with deathwatch to make sure that they are actually dead bodies, not undead and not constructs.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 d20+16=22 ; d20+16=19 ; d20+16=20 ; Thursday February 2nd, 2017 3:14:58 AM
Owen nods at Leskni's suggestion. "There's more to this than meets the eye. I'll see if there's any magic happening." He casts Detect Magic and looks for any auras.
Poorer rolls this time. Knowledge (Arcana): 22, 19, 20.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT d20+14=17 ; Thursday February 2nd, 2017 3:42:11 AM
'Osul rattles his brain trying to recall an animal that drops or throws crystal shards as a form of offense or defence. Or maybe crystals that preserve the dead?
Knowledge(Nature): 17
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Thursday February 2nd, 2017 7:35:33 AM "Sorry, no grappling hook or such here."
DM RobC - "And if she invites us in for tea and cookies, do NOT accept." d20+8=14 ; d20+8=25 ; d20+8=18 ; d20+8=12 ; d20+8=10 ; d20+8=26 ; Thursday February 2nd, 2017 8:03:43 AM Atlas throws out several options for the party to consider. Slow and steady, or make a break for it? Mack has another suggestion involving a fireball, but Beordir isn't too keen on destroying such a site.
Mack is ready to head into the room but is swiftly stopped by Carver. In the tussle, Mack inadvertantly kicks a rock into the room. The rock bounces off the floor along the room and into a nearby wall. Each time the rock bounces, the stalactites overhead explode into shards!
Mack notices that that the crystals appear sensitive to sound. Even the sound of footsteps would be enough to make the overhead crystal formations shake. Anything louder than a whisper would have a chance of causing them to explode. Mack's remaining life may have been considerably shorter if he hadn't been stopped by Carver.
Osul wracks his brain to think of creatures that might use crystals offensively. Crystal golems, Carnivourous (and non-carniverous) Crystal Oozes, Diamond Spiders, Caterprisms, Crystalline Horrors, and Glass Wyrms are amongst the many many different creatures that come to mind.
Armand suggests casting a grappling hook into the room to pull the corpses back out. Alas, Mack has no such hook handy.
Owen casts Detect Magic and looks into the room. As with before, everything here looks to have some sort of faint transmutation aura to it. A permanent Unguent of Timelessness perhaps? The corpse he can see has a faint necromancy aura to it.
Leskni looks into the room with her deathwatch spell, and does not see any signs of life (or death) within the spells 30ft range.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Thursday February 2nd, 2017 12:49:29 PM "Uhhh.... Thanks Carver for stopping me from going into the room when I wasn't even moving yet...????" ;)
"Well, it seems a Silence spell might do the trick. Anyone want to test that theory out on me?" :)
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 55/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Thursday February 2nd, 2017 1:22:27 PM "Well, that's better than my own idea.... I was thinking I'd have to remove my armor and then as quietly as possible, move across. Remember I'm now about 6" taller than I actually am. just one of the side effects of the horseshoes. Another is my feet don't make the clopping sound as usual when I take a step.But silence is not one of my spells, sorry."
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 61/61 Character Sheet Thursday February 2nd, 2017 2:06:18 PM
Atlas gets an ugly look on his face, "Darned puzzles. There better be something worthy at the end of all this that doesn't go back to the drow."
He thinks about the suggestions thus far, "Silent spell seems like it would work if sound is truly the trigger. However, why aren't they breaking now as we talk? Also, what's the radius of a silent spell? Could we all fit in it? " Atlas decides to try something real quick. He looks out across the room and yells, "YOU WILL PAY FOR THIS MATRIARCH!"
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Thursday February 2nd, 2017 5:55:53 PM "Wait I want to try something."
He looks around on the ground for some more loose stones. He finds some along the walls, probably made by the claws raking up the stonework.
"Everyone pay attention, see if the area that already triggers triggers again, or if another area triggers, or if nothing happens at all." Armand skips the stone across the threshold trying to match the same path the stone Mack accidentally kicked took.
"I don't want to have to cast silence early, if we can just get everything to trigger by throwing some stuff around."
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 41/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Thursday February 2nd, 2017 10:50:45 PM "Everything in the room that looks dead is actually dead, not a construct and not a corpse.
I'm sorry but I don't have silence available to me either"
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/14, CMD 20, Saves: 8/10/9, HP: 27/43, Protection from Evil d20+4=24 ; Thursday February 2nd, 2017 11:23:02 PM
Barely any sound seems to trigger the falling shards. So much for preserving the crystals.
Considering other options, Beordir remains very still. He comments, "Sound may not be the only trigger. Vibration may also cause problems."
He looks around the room warily.
(OOC d20+4=24 ; Perception)
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 Friday February 3rd, 2017 12:41:00 AM
Owen says, "I can fly through if vibrations are an issue. A silence spell might be best, though. How long would that last?"
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Friday February 3rd, 2017 6:33:14 AM
'Osul throws the offhanded, "Silence spell? Never hear of it."{Not a Druid spell}
"Still, I'm thinking an owl entering the room at a glide would get through, but that won't help anyone else. I'll keep thinking."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Friday February 3rd, 2017 7:31:31 AM
I pull out my harmonica, in preparation of my own test.
DM RobC - "Silence spell? Never hear of it." Friday February 3rd, 2017 7:50:07 AM Mack suggests a Silence Spell might do the trick, which causes some discussion amongst the party.
Atlas tests a theory and screams into the room. From where he stands, one crystal explodes!
Armand then tests a theory of his own. He looks about for a rock and throws it into the room, aiming for the same spots as Mack's rock. He hits the first spot squarely. Nothing happens. The rock then bounces off somewhere else. BANG! The crystals above shatter into thousands of pieces! The third and forth bounces of the rock are relatively quiet and do not cause any changes in the crystals.
Beordir notices that the crystals reform quickly. The ones from just a few seconds ago are already starting to grow back. If the party were quiet enough, sneaking very carefully and stealthily, it may be possible to make their way across the room. Carver kindof has the same idea.
Leskni declares "Everything in the room that looks dead is actually dead, not a construct and not a corpse." Dead but not a corpse? An interesting deduction from a spell with only a 30ft range. Hmm....
Owen is happy to fly through the room. Osul thinks similarly if he were to take the form of an owl. Of course, if there were other dangers in the room....
"Silence spell? Never hear of it." - Pun intended? :)
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 61/61 Character Sheet Friday February 3rd, 2017 11:57:40 AM
Atlas shrugs, "Lots of ideas, but I don't sense that anyone has a strong opinion. I might suggest that Owen and Osul fly to the other side first. I cannot imagine that causing any unintended harm. As for the rest of us, I don't have a clue. I am inclined to just move as quietly as we can and give it a go. I would suggest that we go one at a time though. That way if one person makes a sound we don't all pay the price for it. Unless there's a different opinion I'm happy to go first. Besides, a plan is only good until the moment it is implemented. After that all bets are off. Better to just go and see what happens than sit here wondering all day."
Atlas lifts his shield above his head as he prepares to sneak across the cavern. He pauses just to make sure there are not any valid points raised before he goes.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Friday February 3rd, 2017 12:21:31 PM
BEFORE Atlas steps in, I play a quick tune on my harmonica, to maybe help clear a path. :)
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Friday February 3rd, 2017 7:10:51 PM "My view from here isn't clear. are these crystal shard stalactites and stalagmites straight up-and-down, or are they offset, in which case do there appear to be marks on the floor matching up with the stalactites, or marks on the ceiling that align with the stalagmites? I am thinking of a dropping ceiling or rising floor..."
"Atlas, I'm happy to get ready and go, but I'm not seeing how that helps the rest of you get through?"
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/14, CMD 20, Saves: 8/10/9, HP: 27/43, Protection from Evil Friday February 3rd, 2017 9:05:19 PM
Beordir considers the space we're trying to get through. "Hey didn't we just get an item that can manipulate stuff remotely. That ancient elven hand. We can send a noisemaker in front and follow behind after the shards have fallen. I have some cord we can reel it back to this end for the next person."
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 55/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Friday February 3rd, 2017 9:39:22 PM "Is it the sound, or is it the touch of the weight of the item setting it off... It looks like the shards are hitting where the stone bounces, but that is also where the sound comes from.... So, we still have a question, is it the sound or the pressure?" Carver standing outside the room, reaches in with the tip of his lance and quietly brings it's tip into contact with the floor, then applies just a bit of downward force to it....
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 41/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Friday February 3rd, 2017 10:46:05 PM "Why don't we throw a stone at EVERY square. It looks like that will trigger the traps. We'll have to make sure that the traps don't reset, mind"
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Sunday February 5th, 2017 3:20:24 AM "Soon the floor is going to be littered with crystals, and there will be no getting getting passed."
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Sunday February 5th, 2017 4:27:05 PM "Leskni the problem is that the 'trap' is resetting, we can see the area where the crystal exploded reforming."
Armand pauses to compose this thoughts. "My concerns are why are the corpses scattered? You would think they would be in a line from here to yonder doorway, but they are not. While I have the silence spell it is not going to last very long, 30 seconds. It would be enough for all of us as a group to get to the door, but not much beyond that. Then we don't know what is going to be needed to open the door. So once we commit to using the spell it's all in and forward ho. There will not be time for scouting to and fro. Although, as we pass we can sight on 3 of the 4 corpses Owen and if they radiate some form of magical equipment, we should just snag them and drag them with us for now."
Armand crosses his arms, which he finds awkward, while holding his glaive.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 Sunday February 5th, 2017 11:58:14 PM "The longer we wait, the longer anyone else has to set a trap for us. Let's use Silence and go as a group."
DM RobC - "Lots of ideas, but I don't sense that anyone has a strong opinion." Monday February 6th, 2017 5:25:35 AM
Carver tries poking his lance about the room ahead. He finds that when he taps quietly, no matter how much pressure he applies - which is quite a lot considering he's a taur - he can't trigger anything. When he bangs the tip of his lance hard against the crystal ground, however, the noise is noticeable and causes the stalactite in that position to burst.
Everyone else throws ideas around. Silence spells, harmonicas, throwing stones, elven hands, setting Mack on fire. Ok, that last one might be one of mine. But there are so many things the party want to try!
The crystal formations that exploded continue to slowly reform.
If you want to move somewhere, please be sure to give me a map coordinate!
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Monday February 6th, 2017 7:07:56 AM
'Osul moves out with the group once/if the spell is in effect.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' d20+18=34 ; d20+19=38 ; d20+21=37 ; d20+22=34 ; Monday February 6th, 2017 7:47:14 AM
Letting my halfling patience intolerance take over.... I pull out my rope, and tie one end around my ankle. "Actually, I DO have a 'halfling' grappling hook! Carver, can you give me a toss?" If Carver tosses me:
(d20+18 acrobatics check of 34)
If he gives me a dumbfounded look, I leave the other end of the rope by the party, and start quietly walking towards the closest corpse, hoping someone pulls me back once I grapple the corpse. :)
(d20+18+1 (TTT) stealth check of 38) (d20+20+1(TTT) perception check of 37) (d20+21+1(TTT) TrapFinding check of 34)
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 61/61 Character Sheet d20+1=20 ; Monday February 6th, 2017 11:50:44 AM
Atlas shakes his head, "Mack, no. Nice try though. Throwing you is going to cause too much noise. I think we just have to walk quietly and we'll be OK. I'm going."
Atlas quietly begins walking towards the other door with his shield held above his head.
--------------------------------------------------------------- Atlas moves to Z14
Stealth: 1d20+1=20
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 55/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Monday February 6th, 2017 2:05:54 PM
With the noise the problem, Carver starts taking off his armor and packing it into the bag of holding, He caps the lance tip and with the rest of his weapons sheathed they also go in. "No, everyone stop. Unless you are exceeding good at being stealthy, please wait. I'm taking off my noisy gear, everyone else, please gather up stones or copper pieces if you can't find any stones." While unarmoring, Carver pays attention to how long it takes the crystals to regrow. He wants to see if there is a time lapse they can make use of as well as his speed and somewhat silent moving ability.
DM Highlight to display spoiler: {Hoping to get some sort of unlisted bonus because of the Zephyr Horseshoes ability to not touch the ground for silent movement}
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 d20+9=17 ; d20+9=29 ; Monday February 6th, 2017 3:50:08 PM
Owen waits for Carver to remove his armor and for the Silence spell. Only afterward does he move into the room.
He also wracks his memory for any knowledge of crystals of this type. Knowledge (Dungeoneering, Nature): 17, 29.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Monday February 6th, 2017 6:46:04 PM "Ok, hold your horses everyone...." Armand's cheeks flush as he realizes he may have said a faux pas around Carver.
"I mean, just wait, I'll cast Silence on this rock" He picks up a hand bit of rubble from the clawing of the walls. "Then you need to stay within 20 feet of me. Spellcasting in the silence zone is going to be well pretty much impossible. But spells done before hand will stay in effect. I still have detect magic on. We'll need to do hand signals or some such. I'm going to go in and swing by that first corpse. If it gets up, we kill it. If it doesn't we drag it along because we're not going to have time to search it right now. We drag the corpses with us to the other side of the door. If we get attacked at the door we drop the corpses of course."
He looks around at each person. "Carver, Atlas as long as we're not getting attacked, you being the strongest I say you drag the corpses. IF the Silence doesn't work we can always use them as meat shields for the exploding crystal. Owen, Leskni, precast what you may need for the door, tongues, whatever has been useful in the past. Mack when we get near the door it's up to you to check it good. Remember we only have 30 seconds to cross the room and get the door open."
He waits while anyone that needs to cast whatever they want. Armand will have to be in the center of the walk for anyone wanting to be silenced. When ready Armand will head on the following path...
Y8, Z8, AA8, AB8, AB9, AB10 that swings us by corpse at AC9. That's one round of movement assume he casts after the speech and then heads out. That will allow anyone faster to step in front everyone else to walk beside or behind.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 41/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Monday February 6th, 2017 7:56:26 PM "Uh, if you're trying to sneak may I remind you that I can cast reduce person on you for free. Makes you considerably more stealthy :-)
OOC : +5 to stealth isn't to be sneezed at :-) (+4 from Size, +1 from Dexterity being increased)
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/14, CMD 20, Saves: 8/10/9, HP: 27/43, Protection from Evil Monday February 6th, 2017 9:22:44 PM
Beordir shakes his head at Atlas' impetuousness. "In the last room we could have waited to define a real plan. Without a real strategy, someone was grievously injured. Rather than just walking in can we define a plan."
"Personally, I like the silent rock idea. We can also use it against a spellcaster later."
DM RobC - "Personally, I like the silent rock idea." Tuesday February 7th, 2017 5:37:42 AM Armand casts Silence on a rock, and cautiously steps forward into the room. He can feel some crystal shards crush underfoot, but he can hear nothing (OOC: Please keep track of the number of rounds for the silence spell!)
Mack, Osul and Owen follow safely along with Armand
Squeaver looks longingly at Mack. Has his master abandoned him?
From this distance Mack believes he can see something stuck in the hair of the corpse nearby.
Owen hasn't seen crystals like these before. By all account they look completely natural. But they way they react so violently to sound, and the speed at which they regrow? Obviously some magical meddling.
Atlas sneaks quietly into the room. He can see the crystals tremble ever so slightly. But nothing breaks (OOC: Don't forget you take a -5 penalty if you choose to move greater than half speed while being stealthy)
Carver prepares to take off his armor. It will take 1 full minute to take off the armor if he chooses to go down that path. It's not too late if he wishes to change his mind...
The others stand safely in the passageway, watching the crystal stalactites slowly reform.
If you want to move somewhere, please be sure to give me a map coordinate!
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' d20+22=34 ; d20+21=38 ; Tuesday February 7th, 2017 7:06:13 AM
I do my best to do any quick searching I can, without slowing down the Silence Sphere. And I take a closer look at the hair of the corpse as we get within range.
Squeaver will stay towards the back, with Beordir. I assume they're also joining the Silence Sphere, but towards the rear of it.
(d20+21+1(TTT) TrapFinding check of 34) (d20+20+1(TTT) perception check of 38)
If we're tight on space, I'll definitely take Leskni up on the Reduce offer. But if we've got plenty of room in our Silence Sphere, I'll stay normal size.
Lastly, I give Atlas the hand signals for: "There are 3 ninjas and a dragon up ahead, hiding behind that rock."
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 61/61 Character Sheet Tuesday February 7th, 2017 3:25:11 PM
As Atlas makes his way across the crystal cavern he hears those behind him talk about forgotten silence spells and shrinking. Dang it, why didn't they say something before hand! And I should have remembered Leskni's shrinking spell. Stupid idiot, going to get yourself killed. As he shakes his head and sneaks about he notices the crystals tremble a bit, which quickly focuses his attention back on being stealthy.
Atlas considers heading back to Armand and the group. He then considers making a run for it towards the door. I'm not sneaky, what the heck am I doing out here!. He begins to feel a bit overwhelmed with the options. OK, if it were up to me I would just run for it, but they've already saved me a few times. They don't want to have to do it again. So, let's just wait it out.
Atlas returns Mack's hand signals with one of his own, which involves a big (and quiet) "come over here" wave. He then just waits for Armand and the group to come by his position so that he can fall into the sphere of the silence spell.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT d20+1=18 ; d20+13=16 ; Tuesday February 7th, 2017 4:17:47 PM
The original plan was to remove the corpses, so 'Osul takes a few steps [to AB10] and lifts the corpse for Carver or Atlas. ----- Strength check: 18. Perception: 16 Given 'Osul not trying to hide, and within the effect of the Silence spell, there is no Stealth check.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 55/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Tuesday February 7th, 2017 4:41:10 PM
Carver stops removing the armor, but will accept the shrinking... "When we move, we move as a unit, we grab the not the first corpse, we grab the corpse that is closest to the far door.... Just a moment... Carver Detects Evil... specifically the corpses, he expects there to be a general over aura of evil as this is a Drow place. If there is no aura from the corpses, "Ok, ready, lets go quick like" Carver stays within the silence, and heads for the far corpse. If there is an aura, "We got problems, they show as evil...."
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Tuesday February 7th, 2017 7:37:53 PM
Armand see's Atlas waving him over. "His head is as strong as he is." He thinks to himself.
Then he see's Carver making motions to go to the far corpse.
Armand silently smacks his hand to his head. He looks at Carver while he motions at Atlas and then makes exploding motions with his hands. Then he tries to make motions like an hour glass and indicate the sands rapidly falling through it.
He motions the others lingering in the doorway to come on. He mouths the words Highlight to display spoiler: {"Come on or be left behind."} ?knowledge linguistics or intelligence to determine what he said?. He will wait briefly before starting off again for 1 move action.
Path...AB10, AB11, AB12, AB13, AC13, AD13.
When Atlas joins he will point toward one of the corpses now in the bubble.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Tuesday February 7th, 2017 7:38:29 PM
Oh I forgot, round 2 of 5 for Silence.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 41/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Tuesday February 7th, 2017 9:53:29 PM
Leskni and Pella will enter the silence area, making their way (double move at half speed) to AB 10 and AB 11 respectively
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 Wednesday February 8th, 2017 12:04:44 AM
Owen closely follows Armand, ending his movement at AD12. He is visibly worried.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/14, CMD 20, Saves: 8/10/9, HP: 27/43, Protection from Evil Wednesday February 8th, 2017 7:24:55 AM
Beordir follows the group, listening carefully to his breathing to make sure he's in the zone of silence. He's worried those corpses will rise as they get near them.
(OOC Move to AB11. Ready weapon on the way.)
DM RobC - "There are 3 ninjas and a dragon up ahead, hiding behind that rock." Wednesday February 8th, 2017 7:33:35 AM Mack finds some type of tear-shaped pearl stuck in the corpses hair. The corpse looks drow, male, and freshly deceased. Mack Highlight to display spoiler: {You catch a glimpse of something moving amongst the crystal walls. Something intangible. Wait! There's two things! One to the south-west and one to the south-east. They're moving behind the crystal walls but circling towards the party. 2 ninjas perhaps?}
Carver either does not detect any evil aura on the drow (Highlight to display spoiler: {I'm pretty sure that when a creature is deceased it no longer has an aura. So it may have been evil while alive, but you can't tell any more. I'm guessing you were checking in case it was undead in some way, in which case, no, no evil aura at all. Hope I explained that ok!})
Osul picks up the corpse with ease. There are no signs of rigor mortis. The body is quite limp and doesn't have that decaying corpse smell yet.
Atlas freezes in place. Sure, it was good to make it so far without disturbing anything, but having the comfort of the groups Silence spell would be added protection. It doesn't take but a moment for Armand to include him in the silence.
The party move along in the silenced area with Armand holding the magically silenced stone.
Everyone is now within the silenced area.
Carver moves to the next corpse. It's another drow male that looks as freshly killed as the last one.
If you want to move somewhere, please be sure to give me a map coordinate!
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' d20+21=27 ; d20+1=17 ; Wednesday February 8th, 2017 8:13:56 AM
I grab the pearl, and then....
I excitedly jump up and down, trying to give some signal of danger to everyone, holding up 2 fingers first, and then 1 finger pointing to the southwest wall, and 1 finger pointing to the southeast wall.
I move (to AC15) and take up a full battle stance (which hopefully people will recognize as something bad may be about to happen).
(d20+20+1(TTT) perception check of 27)
Squeaver is on full alert, but stays near the rear to make sure nothing is going to jump out from behind us.
OOC: I'm not sure what to use for Squeaver's Perception check. +1 seems pretty crappy, and not sure if his Scent ability adds anything to that.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 61/61 Character Sheet d20+9=17 ; Wednesday February 8th, 2017 10:41:56 AM
Atlas believes he may be in the area of the spell, so he quietly says "shhhh" to himself. Anyone watching him then sees him get a big smile on his face and start talking. It appears that he is talking to himself since he isn't looking at anyone in particular.
As he moves along the edge of the spell's area of effect he continue to jabber to himself until he sees Mack jumping up and down and pointing. He looks to see if he can spot the danger Mack is sensing.
---------------------------------------------------------------- Atlas moves to AE17
Perception: 1d20+9=17
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 Wednesday February 8th, 2017 3:54:53 PM
Owen sees Mack gesturing and looks about for what he's indicating. Then Owen pushes Armand along towards the room's exit, walking along behind him.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Wednesday February 8th, 2017 4:08:59 PM
'Osul (carrying the corpse) moves to catch up with Armand. --------- 'Osul moves to AD16. I am assuming he is operating under a medium or heavy encumbrance, so double move at speed 20'.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/14, CMD 20, Saves: 8/10/9, HP: 27/43, Protection from Evil d20+4=9 ; Wednesday February 8th, 2017 6:15:50 PM
Watching Mack is quite amusing, however, Beordir takes the communication seriously. He ghosts by the corpse on his right looking it over, but not stopping until he is about 20' to the left of Armand.
(OOC Perception 1d20+4=9 ; Man, I can't roll for beans. Move to AG13)
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Wednesday February 8th, 2017 8:27:02 PM
Round 3 of 5 for silence.
Armand shakes his head at Mack. "There's no time for your shenanigans." He mouths.
Armand moves to...AE13, AF14, AF15, AF16. He stops to grab the corpse at AE15. He briefly considers stuffing him in the bag of holding beside his backpack but decides it will take too long, and opts to just drag him for now.
He makes signs of time running out and running motions trying to convey that they are all going to have to move faster to get to the doors on time.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 55/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Wednesday February 8th, 2017 10:20:41 PM
Carver gets a semi brilliant idea, he assists whoever has a hold of the corpse to load it across his back, that way he can carry it, as well as use it to absorb some of the crystals damage if it should fall towards him. He'll also pull out his sword after having put the lance away to load the corpse. He will move with the rest of the group towards the other entrance....
To DM: yes, since Undead are inherently evil, that was the reason to check the corpses for evil.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 41/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Wednesday February 8th, 2017 10:29:45 PM
Leskni and Pella move to AD 17 and AE17 respectively.
OOC: Can't we just move as a group and move quicker than we are moving? This having to stay within the silence while moving individually is slowing us down immensely.
DM RobC - "There's no time for your shenanigans." Thursday February 9th, 2017 5:00:31 AM OOC: Paul's/Leskni's suggestion makes a lot of sense and also keeps things easier for your DM. Unless stated otherwise I'll just move you along within Armand's silence zone. You can be near the front, the rear, the middle, the edge, and so on. Alternatively, if you want to leave the silence area, just give a map coordinate
Mack grabs the pearl and then tries to give some indications to the party. 3 ninjas and a dragon? One group that way and another group the other way? Kid sure does have an imagination.
Atlas looks about but can't see what all the fuss is about. Beordir similarly can't see anything out of the norm.
Osul continues carrying the corpse but tries to usher Armand to move a little faster.
Armand makes his way to the next corpse and picks it up. Carver gives him a hand, and between them, one of them now has the corpse on their back.
Leskni and Pella move with the group.
Everything is very quiet, as usually happens in a silence spell. But the group can now see what it was that Mack is so excited about.
Two sinister looking incorporeal forms emerge from the crystaline walls ahead - one to the right and one to the left of the party. The shadowy figures sway and move in position. Floating and sliding across the crystal floor, they move towards the party with outstretched ghostly claws!
The one to the south west makes it way within striking reach of Atlas!
The one to the south east is heading towards Armand!
Leskni's Deathwatch reveals them to definitely be undead!
No crystals were affected by the movement of the creatures.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' d20+11=13 ; d20+11=30 ; d4-1=1 ; d4-1=2 ; d6=5 ; d6=6 ; d20+7=22 ; d20+7=26 ; d20+7=21 ; d4+1=2 ; d2+1=3 ; d2+1=3 ; d20+21=38 ; Thursday February 9th, 2017 7:33:15 AM
Not wanting to step out of the Silence Sphere, and hoping Atlas will be ok for a moment on his own, I move to flank the undead creature at AG18 with Squeaver. (I move to AF19, and Squeaver moves to AH17.) I'm a little nervous about Squeaver attacking these creatures, but not sure he has any other option. I attack with magically booted feet only.
(flurry of blows: d20+9+2(flank) for each blow, and d4-1 damage (+1d6 Sneak Attack) Hit AC 13 for 1(+5) damage, and AC 30 for 2(+6) damage)
Squeaver, AC 17, HP 18/18, Speed 50 (bite, claw, claw: d20+5+2(flank) for 1d4+1,1d2+1,1d2+1 Hit AC 22 for 2 damage, AC 26 for 3 damage, and AC 21 for 3 damage)
(d20+20+1(TTT) perception check of 38)
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 61/61 Character Sheet d20+9=13 ; d20+6=23 ; d4+4=7 ; d20+8=14 ; d20+13=14 ; Thursday February 9th, 2017 10:49:40 AM
Atlas is taken aback by the deadly looking forms. You just never know how serious Mack is. However, he recovers himself in time to deal with the one that just approached him. Unfortunately he finds the creature to be more difficult to harm than he thought. His sword just misses the creature twice, but he is able to land a blow with his shield. At least now he knows that he can hit them.
Atlas cringes knowing that this creature is going to cause him a lot of pain in return. The thought of it grants him a surge of adrenaline that he uses to lash out at the creature one more time in hopes of saving his own life. Unfortunately his fear gets the best of him and he practically falls over himself as he misses the creature again.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 55/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet d20+9=15 ; d8+3=9 ; Thursday February 9th, 2017 1:40:20 PM
Carver moves over towards where Beordir is located then turns and charges right past the shadow thing, striking with his sword..... (ends movement at AE/20 with ride by attack)
Carver then points at the far opening, and tries to make it known that they need to move this combat there and do it now.....
Charge Attack AC 15, Damage 9
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 Thursday February 9th, 2017 2:06:36 PM
Owen grabs 'Osul, points in the direction of the far doorway, and pulls him along. He hopes the others will get the idea.
He moves to the forward edge of the Silence bubble.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Thursday February 9th, 2017 3:54:59 PM
'Osul nods, smiles (despite the load) and move forward with Owen.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d6=5 ; d6=6 ; d6=1 ; Thursday February 9th, 2017 5:48:10 PM OOC Mack I don't think you can flurry if you take more than a 5 foot step.
Round 4 of 5 for silence. Armand moves through Pella's square (to avoid attack of opportunity) and arrives at AE19.
He then concentrates on Gargul's holy power and Channels energy to hurt the undead. Will save 21 for half of...12 points damage.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 26/21/14, CMD 20, Saves: 8/10/9, HP: 43/43, Protection from Evil, Combat Expertise, Fighting Defensively d20+4=16 ; d6+2=6 ; Thursday February 9th, 2017 8:05:31 PM
Beordir steps up to this thing cautiously. Wary of being attacked, he establishes an extremely defensive posture. While thrusting out at the creature, he asks....and no sound comes out. Instead, he just gestures toward the door at the other side of the room.
(OOC Free Action - 5'step, Move Action - none Standard Action - To hit d20+4=16 ; Damage d6+2=6 )
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Thursday February 9th, 2017 10:04:43 PM
OOC: Thanks Robert D. I've been told that numerous times, and yet, I always forget that stupid rule. ;)
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 41/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Thursday February 9th, 2017 11:23:42 PM
Since she and Pella have pretty much nothing that can affect an Incorporeal undead in a silence zone she will just move as close to the doorway as they can while remaining within the silence zone. Both will all out defend.
Leskni gestures to the doorway and the group, urging people to get to the doorway as quickly as possible.
OOC: I think that is AE 23 and AF 23 resepctively.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Friday February 10th, 2017 4:25:55 AM
OOC: subject to blackout. Can someone please sub for 'Osul Friday.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Friday February 10th, 2017 1:51:53 PM
I say to myself, "SEE! I TOLD you there were hidden, undead ninjas! No one ever listens......" But I don't listen to myself, because I can't even hear myself talk.
Squeaver nods in total agreement though. At least, I think that's what he did.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 61/61 Character Sheet Friday February 10th, 2017 3:55:48 PM
As Atlas prepares for the impending attack from the shadow, a strange thought enters his mind. How exactly does a silence spell work? If it stops sound, why doesn't it stop our movement? How can it differentiate between the movement caused by sound and the movement caused by my arm? Are silence spells the same as those hold person spells, but just with less holding power and a less concentrated area? Hmm.
DM RobC - "SEE! I TOLD you there were hidden, undead ninjas!" d20+9=29 ; d20+9=18 ; d20+11=28 ; d20+11=25 ; d8=8 ; d6=3 ; d6=6 ; Friday February 10th, 2017 7:59:49 PM Mack and Squeaver move to attack the creature approaching Armand. Mack's attack misses, but Squeaver's sole attack lands.
Atlas has greater success with the other monster. His sword misses completely, but he manages a glancing blow off of his spiked shield. The sound of the blow must have done something, as the crystal above the monster explodes, injuring it slightly.
Carver charges, but finds the floating figure a difficult target to hit.
Beordir is cautious but does his best to atack the creature from reach. His glaive swings over Squeaver's head and through the monster.
Osul and Owen move with Armand to get closer to the far doorway. Leskni feels the same. She and Pella can't get out of there quick enough!
Armand gets into a better position and releases a wave of positive energy!
Beordir now finds himself outside of the silenced area!
S1 attacks Atlas! No visible wounds can be seen where the creature hits, but Atlas feels weaker for it (Hit AC28. Atlas takes 3pts Str damage!)
S2 attacks Squeaver! The poor albino looks quite poorly as a result (Hit AC25. Squeaver takes 6pts damage!) It then moves in closer to the group!
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 41/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Friday February 10th, 2017 10:44:59 PM
Leskni delays until after the rest of the group goes before deciding upon her actions.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d6=1 ; d6=3 ; d6=3 ; Saturday February 11th, 2017 6:48:33 PM
Round 5 of 5 for silence.
Armand grits his teeth. He then concentrates on Gargul's holy power and Channels energy to hurt the undead. Will save 21 for half of...7 points damage.
He knows they must make the door. He throws caution to the wind and advances to AF25.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d20+7=11 ; Saturday February 11th, 2017 6:51:29 PM OOC I'm not sure if trying to identify these things is considered a free action or a standard action. We usually use it as a free action with my local group. If it is a free action, Armand will try to identify the things attacking. Knowledge Religion, 11
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 d20+9=19 ; Sunday February 12th, 2017 6:11:02 PM
Owen also looks to identify the looming creatures, though he's already worried that the ghostly girls told them truly. Knowlege (Religion): 19.
After a quick glance he ducks away from the one near him and tries his best to move with Osul and Armand toward the exit.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 55/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet d20+2=8 ; d20+6=20 ; d20+2=17 ; d20+2=18 ; d20+2=15 ; d20-5=1 ; Sunday February 12th, 2017 6:47:10 PM
Carver prepares to make a move towards the opening they've been headed for, he also makes sure the corpse is still across his back. He uses his Detect Evil to see if these creatures are or are not evil. While doing that he also tried to decide what they are....
If the zone of silence gets within 15 feet of the opening or actually makes it there, Carver will either move into it or try to jump into it. (remember he does not touch the floor)
Acrobatics Running Jump, rolled a 1, then add 16 DMHighlight to display spoiler: { for the 40' of movement above 30 that he has (according to rules +4 per 10' above 30)}
DM RobC - "SEE! I TOLD you there were hidden, undead ninjas!" Monday February 13th, 2017 6:15:26 AM OOC: My apologies for making the post so late on Friday. Since we're in combat I'm going to hold off my next DM post to give everyone a chance to act
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' d20+7=20 ; d20+7=24 ; d20+7=22 ; d4+1=5 ; d2+1=2 ; d2+1=2 ; d20+11=30 ; d20+11=13 ; d4-1=2 ; d6=5 ; Monday February 13th, 2017 7:46:59 AM
Squeaver moves to flank with me (against S2, moving to AG16 then AF17).
Squeaver, AC 17, HP 12/18, Speed 50 (bite, claw, claw: d20+5+2(flank) for 1d4+1,1d2+1,1d2+1 Hit AC 20 for 5 damage, AC 24 for 2 damage, and AC 22 for 2 damage)
(flurry of blows: d20+9+2(flank) for each blow, and d4-1 damage (+1d6 Sneak Attack) Hit AC 30 for 2(+5) damage, and Miss AC 13)
I attempt to prevent S2 from following any of the group that continue to head for the door before the Silence wears off.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 61/61 Character Sheet d20+7=22 ; d8+4=5 ; d20+4=5 ; d20+6=22 ; d8+4=11 ; d8+4=5 ; Monday February 13th, 2017 5:45:42 PM
Atlas feels a drain when he is touched by the shadow, but he persists with another sword-shield-sword attack. This time his sword swings true twice, while his shield bash misses. He slumps after the attack, drained more than usual.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Monday February 13th, 2017 6:18:26 PM
'Osul gets the corpse as close as he can to the door. ——————— Double move 40' to AG25
Beordir (Galen) AC: 26/21/14, CMD 20, Saves: 8/10/9, HP: 43/43, Protection from Evil, Combat Expertise, Fighting Defensively d20+4=10 ; Monday February 13th, 2017 7:18:49 PM
Aware of his dangerous position, Beordir stands still for a brief moment before launching himself toward where he thinks the edge of the soundless aura. He slides around Squeever and circles back toward the nearest incorporeal target, again trying to inflict any kind of damage against it.
(OOC Move Action - Move to AG19 Standard Action - Attack d20+4=10 ; Probably not)
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 41/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Monday February 13th, 2017 8:17:51 PM
Nothing really to add. Just checking in
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 55/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Monday February 13th, 2017 11:35:07 PM
Carver waits to make his move.....
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 Monday February 13th, 2017 11:54:37 PM
Owen grimaces as a thought passes through his mind: he'd just sold off his Rod of Lesser Metamagic, Silence in exchange for a fancy spellbook. Maybe it would do some damage if he threw it at them, but probably not.
DM RobC - "Osul gets the corpse as close as he can to the door." d20+9=15 ; d20+9=28 ; d20+11=28 ; d6=2 ; d20+11=21 ; d6=2 ; 2d4=3 ; 2d4=4 ; Tuesday February 14th, 2017 6:10:17 AM Leskni waits to see what the rest of the group decide to do. When the group moves towards the door, so does she.
Armand channels positive energy once more and moves towards the door. He knows these things are undead, but in all the hurry he can't quite pinpoint exactly what they are (OOC: I also consider it a free action!)
Owen also doesn't know what these creatures might be. He only manages a single 5ft step away (OOC: A move action would provoke an AOO and I'm guessing you want to avoid that)
Atlas stands tall and fights back against the undead monster. Between Armand's channels and Atlas' own attacks, the creature looks to have taken significant damage despite being incorporeal.
Mack, Squeaver and Beordir continue to fight against the other, and it too looks worse than it did a few moments ago - if such a thing is possible.
Carver knows full well that these creatures are a type of Greater Shadow and are most certainly evil. That would mean undead immunities, incorporeal, and immunity to sneak attacks.
Osul, Leskni, Pella and Carver moves towards the door. Carver pushes as hard as he can. Frustratingly the door does not budge. He can see not 1, but 3 keyholes on the stone door. The only time in the past few days the party have come to a door and Mack wasn't the first to come to it.
The enemy act..
S1 attacks Atlas, striking him once more (Hit Touch AC28. Atlas takes 2pts str damage)
What's more, the sound of the attacks causes the stalagtites above S1, S2, Atlas and Mack explode, showering them in crystal shards. ([b]Atlas takes 3pts damage. Mack takes 4pts damage[/i])
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' d20+7=13 ; d20+7=8 ; d20+7=27 ; d2+1=3 ; d20+11=29 ; d20+11=19 ; d4-1=2 ; d4-1=3 ; d20+18=21 ; Tuesday February 14th, 2017 7:50:58 AM "HA-HA, you FOOL! I've been strength drained my ENTIRE LIFE!!!!!" :)
I do glance over at Atlas to make sure he's hanging in there. Anxious to dispatch this one and get over to help Atlas, Squeaver and I continue to flank and pound on the enemy we're already on (S2).
Squeaver, AC 17, HP 12/18, Speed 50 (bite, claw, claw: d20+5+2(flank) for 1d4+1,1d2+1,1d2+1 Miss, Miss, and Hit AC 27 for 3 damage)
(flurry of blows: d20+9+2(flank) for each blow, and d4-1 damage (+1d6 Sneak Attack) Hit AC 29 for 2 damage, and Hit AC 19 for 3 damage)
I do what I can to avoid any falling shards. At the very least, staying in a spot where they've already fallen so I don't keep activating new ones.
(d20+18 acrobatics check of 21)
OOC: I didn't roll my Sneak Attack damage this time. Sounds like they are immune to that.
Do we get any Acrobatics check, or save, or such to avoid falling shards? I've put a lot of focus into Acrobatics, as well as having both Deflect Arrows and Evasion as well.... in the hopes that it would some day help in these types of situations. ;)
2 points Strength drained
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 3d4+3=12 ; Tuesday February 14th, 2017 8:30:06 AM
OoC: For last turn, Owen was taking a Withdraw Action, which doesn't prompt attacks of opportunity. So he should be with the main group. Sorry I didn't make that clear in my post.
IC: Owen continues to move towards the door. As he gets close, he makes sock puppet gestures at Armand and then points at the creatures. He hopes to suggest that once the main group is in the doorway, Armand should toss the Silence rock to Mack and the other fighters.
(If Owen can make it to the door in a move action and Armand tosses the rock so he can speak, which depends how the last turn's actions are resolved, Owen will turn and cast Magic Missile, dealing 12 points of Force damage to the nearer Shadow.)
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 58/61 Character Sheet d20+6=25 ; d20+6=20 ; d8+3=6 ; d8+3=6 ; d20+3=21 ; d4+1=3 ; d20+5=20 ; d8+3=9 ; Tuesday February 14th, 2017 11:30:15 AM
Atlas cringes as he is drained by the shadow again. "Wow, is this what it feels like to be normal? I am much more appreciative of my parents now." Atlas manages to attack the creature again, even in his weakened state. He is surprised when his sword finds a week spot with his first blow, even if it is hard to tell exactly how the creature is damaged. "Thank goodness for magic weapons!" He is encouraged by the first attack and manages to hit again with his shield and second attempt with his sword.
CONDITION: Strength drained by 5, down to 11 and a +0 modifier.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Tuesday February 14th, 2017 12:07:02 PM
OOC. The silence spell is done everyone can hear and make noise again.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' Tuesday February 14th, 2017 12:31:06 PM
OOC: I spoke a little too soon on that Strength Drain for me. It's hard to believe I could do less damage, but my damage should be 1 and 2. ;)
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 55/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet d20+2=20 ; d6+4=7 Tuesday February 14th, 2017 5:27:35 PM
Carver whispers to those near him, "Work on the door locks, don't care who does it, but get them open now." He stows his sword, and shifts 5 feet east (never touching the floor) and draws out his bow.
Carver calls upon Matilda to bless his weapons. (divine bond next 5 minutes) Unleashing a shot with his bow, he connects with S1
Attack 21 (forgot to add +1 from divine bond) Damage 7
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d20+7=13 ; 5d6=19 ; d20+5=12 ; Tuesday February 14th, 2017 5:49:15 PM
Armand racks his brain to think of what these creatures are. But the stress is too much. Realizing that the creatures are out of range of his divine channel he calls upon another spell.
Armand cautiously steps to AH25, giving him line of sight at S1. He quietly casts Searing Light, the creature, being undead takes 19 points damage. Assuming a 12 hits its ranged touch, which probably does not hit.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 26/21/14, CMD 20, Saves: 8/10/9, HP: 43/43, Protection from Evil, Combat Expertise, Fighting Defensively d20+8=17 ; d6+2=6 ; Tuesday February 14th, 2017 7:45:19 PM
Beordir worries once the sound returns. He looks up quickly, then steps left and again attacks the entity with Mack and Squeever.
(OOC Free Action - 5' step to AE18 Move Action - None Standard Action - Attack d20+8=17 ; Might hit - damage in case d6+2=6 ; )
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 41/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet d20+7=26 ; d100=81 ; 2d8+6=12 ; Tuesday February 14th, 2017 11:12:02 PM
Leskni succesfully connects to a Ley line and casts Cure Moderate wounds. She then moves to AG 19 and touches the foul beast for 12 pts of holy damage (Will Save DC 18 for half, NOT halved due to incorporeal)
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT d20+1=9 ; Wednesday February 15th, 2017 4:43:55 AM
Three key holes ... three corpses. 'Osul begins quietly and systematically searching his passenger. If he finds a key he hands it forward towards those nearer the door.
Stealth: 9, not moving
DM RobC - "Work on the door locks, don't care who does it, but get them open now." d20+7=18 ; 2d4=4 ; 2d4=5 ; 2d4=6 ; 2d4=5 ; d20+11=16 ; d20+11=12 ; d6=5 ; Wednesday February 15th, 2017 6:56:06 AM Mack and Squeaver keep up their combined assault. The stalactites overhead start to slowly reform. It will be some time before they are at risk of exploding and damaging the pair once more.
Beordir joins in, however his efforts cause the crystals above him to break (Beordir takes 6pts damage)
Atlas keeps up his one-on-one battle. It's draining, but it seems an even match.
By the doorway, Owen casts a magic missile spell at the nearest shadow. The force damage does the trick, but the noise of casting the spell causes the crystal above Owen to crack and shower him in shards (Owen takes 4pts damage)
Carver takes a step to the side and fires at the shadow in battle with Atlas, but the shot misses (OOC: Without the Precise Shot feat you take a -4 penalty for shooting into melee)
Armand steps in front of Carver to then try a searing light spell. The spell misses its target, but the shards overhead do not (Armand takes 5pts damage)
Leskni decides to bring some holy power to the battle. She casts a cure spell - and takes some crystal damage (Leskni takes 5pts damage) - and then causes more pain for the shadow.
Osul searches his passenger, desperately looking for a key of some kind. He finds a second pearl, but no key.
The enemy act!
Shadow 1 lashes back at Atlas, continuing to sap his strength (Hit Touch AC16. Atlas takes 5pts Str damage)
Shadow 2 swipes its arm at Leskni, but misses the taur (Hit Touch AC12 = Nat1 = Miss!)
The tide looks to have turned the party's way ----------------------------------- Map: Round 9
S1 - AC18 - 35pts S2 - AC18 - 47pts
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' d20+7=15 ; d20+7=21 ; d20+7=16 ; d4=1 ; d2+1=2 ; d20+11=31 ; d20+11=18 ; d4-2=0 ; d4-2=0 ; Wednesday February 15th, 2017 9:08:08 AM
Squeaver and I continue to flank attack the enemy (S2).
Squeaver, AC 17, HP 12/18, Speed 50 (bite, claw, claw: d20+5+2(flank) for 1d4+1,1d2+1,1d2+1 Miss, Hit AC 21 for 2 damage, and Miss)
(flurry of blows: d20+9+2(flank) for each blow, and d4-2 damage Hit AC 31 for 1 damage, and Hit AC 18 for 1 damage)
OOC: Ignore 3rd roll, which was an accidental d4 roll.
I believe my minimum damage is 1, so raised those 0's to 1's for my damage. Also, first hit was a Critical Hit, if that's possible against these.
Do we get any Acrobatics check, or save, or such to avoid falling shards? I've put a lot of focus into Acrobatics, as well as having both Deflect Arrows and Evasion as well.... in the hopes that it would some day help in these types of situations. ;)
Strength drained 2.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 58/61 Character Sheet Wednesday February 15th, 2017 10:58:04 AM
Atlas crumbles under the last touch of the shadow. He no longer has the strength to hold onto everything he has, so he quickly determines his only option is to drop his sword and shield and find cover. Trying to drop anything else will just take too long. "I cannot hold my gear, it has sapped my strength to practically nothing. $&*^@^#"
He carefully steps away from the shadow to avoid the creature getting another attack on him. He then finds his way behind the closest obstacle, hoping the creature doesn't follow him.
------------------------------------------------ Atlas moves to AE14
Strength drained by 10, down to 6. Max carry weight is 60lbs. Modifier is -2.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' Wednesday February 15th, 2017 12:06:17 PM Seeing Atlas go down, and thinking back.... we should have stayed closer together and killed off one of these things quickly instead of spreading out our attacks.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Wednesday February 15th, 2017 5:01:53 PM
OOC, just a rules clarification question. The DM in Lakeview Passage was allowing channels to heal players while also damage undead. but that's a 3.5 rule and I'm not sure if it's in effect in the Wold.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 45/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d20+7=21 ; 3d6=10 ; 3d6=13 ; Wednesday February 15th, 2017 5:13:34 PM
Knowledge religion (one more time) 21
Armand see's Atlas staggering. "I'm not letting one of our own go down again. He thinks to himself." He whispers to the group he's near. "Don't worry about the door now, use what spells or ranged weapons you have to help out. If they strength drain you to 0 you become one of them."
Armand moves to AD21. He tries to shield himself from the rain of crystals he knows will probably be coming. He then concentrates and channels energy to destroy these undead things. 10 points damage. (save 21 for half damage)
Then he calls forth greater effort (using hero point for additional standard action) and silently asks Gargul to again inflict his holy wraith upon these undead creatures. Channel again. 13 points damage. (save 21 for half damage)
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 7/9/8, HP: 43/43, Protection from Evil, d20+9=20 ; 4d6=10 ; Wednesday February 15th, 2017 7:08:11 PM
Beordir hears Atlas yell behind him and Armand's admonishment. Heedless of the entity engaged with him, he turns to attempt to draw the attention of the other shade. Stepping forward to engage it, he speaks a few arcane phrases charging his hand with electrical energy. Reaching out, he attempts to transfer the shock to the shadow.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 36/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet d20+8=22 ; Wednesday February 15th, 2017 7:31:46 PM "My job here is done. You have this"
Leskni then takes the full withdraw action to get to AG 26. moving as stealthily as she can (Stealth of 22)
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 55/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet d20+11=28 ; 3d6+12=26 ; Wednesday February 15th, 2017 7:54:25 PM
Carver says quietly to Owen, "Catch this, I gotta go get Atlas." Tossing the bow towards him as he goes into a charge, veering as needed and drawing his lance before he gets there.
(6 inches above floor and magic weapons)
Charge Attack AC 28 Damage 26
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 3d4+3=13 ; Wednesday February 15th, 2017 9:42:43 PM
Owen sees a bow flying through the air toward him, but his attention is elsewhere. It clatters to the ground at his feet as he uses his bonded ring to cast another set of Magic Missiles at whichever shadow seems the healthier. They deal 13 points of force damage.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Thursday February 16th, 2017 12:12:10 AM "Bring him here, Carver - this could take a while." And with that the druid starts casting a spell.
--------- Casting (round 1 of 3)
DM RobC - "Bring him here, Carver - this could take a while." d20+9=11 ; d20+9=27 ; d20+9=24 ; d20+9=26 ; 2d4=5 ; Thursday February 16th, 2017 5:20:00 AM Mack and Squeaver continue their flanking assault. The pair are becoming quite accustomed to the tactic.
Carver and Owen concentrate their attacks on the shadow looming over Atlas. The sound of Carver's attack does cause the stalactites overhead to break (Carver takes 5pts damage). Both Carver's attack and Owen's weakens the shadow consdierably.
Beordir moves to Atlas's aid. The electricity flows from his fingertips and though he suspects he could have done better, he does damage the Shadow.
Armand then calls on the power of his deity: The Lord of Life and Death who abhors any undead that wander the Wold. The power that Armand sends around him causes both Shadows to instantly disappear! (OOC: Sorry, when channeling you "can choose to deal damage to undead creatures or to heal living creatures".)
Atlas holds his ground, even if that is all he can hold right now. Moving somewhere else could cause more crystals to fall. The Shadow didn't cause any visible cuts or wounds, but Atlas feels his strength has been considerably drained.
Leskni, Pella and Osul stand ready by the door.
If the party are to escape from this crystal cavern, the door will need to be opened - one way or another.
OOC: Well done guys! I thought that was going to be harder :) I don't think we need a map any more.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' d20+18=20 ; d20+21=34 ; d20+20=39 ; Thursday February 16th, 2017 9:24:36 AM
Hoping that Atlas is being helped by the rest of the group, I quickly and stealthily head over to the door to see what I can do. "It seems we have 2 gems so far... maybe there is another one on the other corpse?"
I check the door and locks over thoroughly to see if there is any way I can get the door open without having "keys".
(d20+18 stealth check of 20) (d20+21 TrapFinding check of 34) (d20+20 perception check of 39)
Squeaver will hold where he is at for the moment. Squeaver, AC 17, HP 12/18, Speed 50
Strength Drained 2.
OOC: Unless I've missed it somewhere, I still haven't seen an answer to this: Do we get any Acrobatics check, or save, or such to avoid falling shards? I've put a lot of focus into Acrobatics, as well as having both Deflect Arrows and Evasion as well.... in the hopes that it would some day help in these types of situations.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 58/61 Character Sheet Thursday February 16th, 2017 10:35:35 AM "Well done everyone! Those were more difficult than I thought. I would take a cut over that energy drain any day."
Atlas does his best to stay standing under the weight of all his gear. He barely picks his sword and shield up, stumbles a little, and then rights himself. "I think I can get to the door on my own. It just might take a while, and I don't know how quiet I can be."
Atlas begins the long and probably painful trek towards the door.
------------------------------------------------- Atlas moves 5 ft closer to the door.
ooc: Being over burdened, Atlas can only stagger 5 ft/round.
Strength drained by 10, down to 6. Max carry weight is 60lbs. Modifier is -2.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' Thursday February 16th, 2017 1:21:36 PM "Atlas, can you believe that's how I feel almost every day?!?!?!" ;)
I'm just messing with him.... mostly...... I can see this greatly pains him, being a strong warrior type. I'm hoping we can get him back to his old self here shortly, somehow.
And me, too, for that matter. I'm not feeling nearly as bad as Atlas, but I'm not up to my normal strong (9) self either.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Thursday February 16th, 2017 3:58:54 PM Casting - round 2 of 3
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 45/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d4=2 ; d4=2 ; Thursday February 16th, 2017 4:58:30 PM
Armand carefully goes over to Atlas and helps him toward the door. "Try to keep your shield above your head to deflect any more crystal shards. I'll do what I can to help."
As they walk over Armand casts Lesser Restoration on Atlas. 2 strength back. Armand frowns slightly. "I don't think we can go far with our fighter as weak as a kitten." He murmurs to himself. He begins praying as they continue to slowly walk to the door. "Gargul hear my plea. Your servants and their companions have ventured far to face an undead most foul, an undead that has caused others to become undead and therefore deprive you of your right. I ask that you aid me in restoring Atlas to more of his former self."
Armand uses another hero point and recalls Lesser Restoration to again cast on Atlas. 2 more strength restored.
spells Highlight to display spoiler: { 0: light, detect magic, create water, mending 1st: Bless, Protection from Evil, Comprehend Languages, Sanctuary (wis bonus), Shield of faith (domain) 2nd: Lesser Restoration(cast used hero point and cast again), Hold Person, Silence (wis bonus)cast, Gentle Repose (domain) 3rd: Dispel magic, Daylight, Searing Light(wis bonus)cast, Searing Light (domain)
Channel 2 of 6 left.}
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 50/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Thursday February 16th, 2017 5:51:13 PM
Carver puts away the lance and then pretty much carries/ assists Atlas in reaching the doorway. In a hushed whisper, "Don't talk so loud, any thing can trigger these shards...." After reaching the doorway, "I'll give you a couple minutes to get the door open, or I'll do so the noisy way, which I'd prefer not to." said in a whisper.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 28/32; CMD: 16 Thursday February 16th, 2017 8:56:21 PM
Owen remains quiet and still. He turns to inspect the door, but that's all he'll do in this dangerous place.
DM RobC - "Bring him here, Carver - this could take a while." Friday February 17th, 2017 6:58:58 AM Mack looks over the door. He can't find any obvious traps. He considers that it may just be as simple as picking the lock. But there are 3 key holes. Does he need to pick only one? Or two? Or three? Or a certain combination? (Highlight to display spoiler: {Nope, no acrobatics check, save or such to avoid the shards. Consider them a 2d4 trap that affects an entire 5ft square of area. That's pretty low damage when you have plenty of ways to avoid the crystals: silence, stealth, intentional noise, intentionaly targetting them, etc})
Carver is ready to give him a few minutes to work it out, otherwise he'll take a more direct approach to get the door open.
Atlas congratulates the group on a task well done as he slowly staggers towards the door. Armand moves closer to his ally and restores some his lost strength.
Owen and Leskni stay quiet, waiting for someone to get the door open so they can finally get out of this place.
Osul is still busy casting something. Something that takes 3 rounds to cast. Interesting...
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' d20+16=36 ; d20+16=31 ; d20+16=29 ; Friday February 17th, 2017 7:07:18 AM
OOC: This seems like the old trick DMs use against rogues where half the locks are locked, and half of them are unlocked.... the unwitting rogue "flips" them all, and hence, keeps locking half of them. In reality, any decent rogue should be able to tell if the lock is truly "locked or unlocked", or he's a pretty useless rogue.
IC: I attempt to pick the locks that are actually locked.
Up to 3 times if necessary: (d20+16 Disable Device (lock) check of 36) (d20+16 Disable Device (lock) check of 31) (d20+16 Disable Device (lock) check of 29)
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 45/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Friday February 17th, 2017 3:12:41 PM
Armand continues to quietly walk with Atlas, back to the group.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 7/9/8, HP: 43/43, Protection from Evil, Friday February 17th, 2017 7:46:17 PM
Beordir was looking around for other threats as his friends moved toward the door at the back.
"Whew! I'm glad that's over.", he says in a whisper.
Then he carefully follows the path Atlas and Carver had taken toward the door so as to not bring any further shards down on his head. He quietly pockets a couple broken shards for later examination.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 36/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Friday February 17th, 2017 9:50:32 PM "I do have a lesser restoration spell if necessary. But it is much more expensive for me than for a true cleric. Should I cast it or conserve my spells for later?"
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT d4=1 ; Friday February 17th, 2017 10:45:23 PM
'Osul looks at Leskni with one raised eyebrow as he completes his incantation. He reaches out and touches Atlas, casting Lesser Restoration. In his mind's eye he sees the cast spell begin to float out of reach, when something vine-like and tentacular snatches it and drags it back in. It's a shock - he wasn't aware he could do that. "I've got this, but like I said, this could take a while."
——————— Cast Lesser Restoration on Atlas , only curing 1 point of Ability Drain. Spent 1 Hero Point to Recall the Lesser Restoration spell.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 45/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Saturday February 18th, 2017 9:59:23 PM
Armand cocks his head at Leskni. "I'm not sure what you mean by more expensive. I have to pray for my spells in advance and I'm tapped out for being able to restore Atlas fully. Gargul granted me an extra casting of it today when I prayed to him. But Atlas still appears a bit weak. Perhaps you should ask yourself what is best for the party, having one of our two fighters at something near his natural strength, or taking over for him on the front lines?"
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 50/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet d4=3 ; Saturday February 18th, 2017 11:07:26 PM
Carver pulls out his holy symbol, walks over to Atlas and says a prayer. "Lord Gargul, bless my friend by granting him the recovery of his strength which he lost while fighting against shades. By restoring his strength, he can assist those of your followers in the fight."
Casts Lesser Restoration, restores 3
Carver looks to his other friends, "Don't look for any more spells from me, I'm just a lowly warrior in Lord Gargul's name, not an Eye like our other friend here." He looks at the priest as he says that.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 58/61 Character Sheet Sunday February 19th, 2017 12:09:40 AM "Thank you my friends. It is one thing to die and be brought back. It is another to be drained and pathetic. The feeling of despair that I could do nothing to help, and then to run away like I did...Thank you for your courage, your strength, and your healing." If anyone in the group is paying particular attention to Atlas, they may catch that his eyes swell a bit, as if he were about to cry, but it is gone with a few blinks of his eyes.
Atlas is feeling better as the spells and prayers heal him, but he still doesn't have his normal swagger. It is clear that he isn't fully healed just yet. However, that doesn't stop him from having some fun with Mack. "Hey Mack, what's the deal with you? Just running off, leaving my sorry butt out there to crawl back by myself. One might think that you didn't care." Atlas feigns being emotionally hurt by the halfling's actions. If Mack happens to look back he pours it on even more, to the point of being down right ridiculous.
Hearing Leskni's comment, Atlas tests his strength once more and nods. "Leskni, I promise I'll make it worth your while. I'll take your watch and kill any thing that comes our way while you restore your spells." Atlas smiles, knowing that Leskni is just trying to figure out what is best for the group. He truly appreciates that about her.
------------------------------------------------------------- Strength Drained: 14 out of 16 (total of 8 restored through spells/praying from the group)
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Sunday February 19th, 2017 12:20:07 AM
In hushed tones 'Osul says, "Atlas, Leskni, Armand, Carver,... I've got this. Save your spells for what's coming next. Is anyone else drained?"
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 45/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Sunday February 19th, 2017 11:43:33 AM
Armand lets Atlas stand on his own and checks the third corpse they dragged for any items. "You know, it's too bad Atlas can't throw his sword and then have it return to him. At least then he'd have some form of ranged weapon."
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 36/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Sunday February 19th, 2017 6:36:36 PM "You are all misunderstanding me. I am not at all reluctant to use my spells to heal my friends. I am NOT being selfish. But I only have a few spells and I wasn't sure that would be the best use of them. But, since you all (especially Atlas) think that is best that is what I do.
And Atlas, you most certainly owe me NOTHING"
Leskni starts to cast lesser restoration. It takes 3 rounds to cast so ....
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 28/32; CMD: 16 d20+1=18 ; Sunday February 19th, 2017 7:33:39 PM
Owen frowns a bit at the exchange between Armand and Leskni, but doesn't comment. Instead, he casts a wary eye around the room. Perception: 18.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Monday February 20th, 2017 8:19:17 AM
Maintaining his quiet tones, 'Osul states, "If I am misunderstanding you, Leskni, I apologize. I know I have neither thought nor suggested that you are selfish or reluctant to help. I have some experience of my own trying to determine the best use of the spells I have. I'm not sure what I've done to be lumped into whatever "you all" is when that was the opposite of what I counseled, but for now, you've started, so please remain focused on the Restoration spell."
"Again I ask if anyone else is feeling drained?", he adds - this time looking at Squeaver and Mack.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 58/61 Character Sheet Monday February 20th, 2017 11:58:28 AM "I was just joking with you Leskni. I know that you always want to do what is best for the group and I appreciate that about you. Thank you for asking!"
As Leskni is casting her spell to help Atlas, he turns to Armand and puts his hand on his shoulder as he talks to him, "I am experienced with a bow and I actually have one that I leave back at our dwelling. While I'm not Mack, I still have to make some decisions around how much I can carry. The bow always seems to be the one that falls below the line. Granted, maybe I need to re-think my strategy. Or maybe I just need to get stronger." Atlas chuckles at the thought of that, then gives Armand a big smile before moving towards Leskni in preparation for her spell.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 50/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Monday February 20th, 2017 12:10:33 PM
Carver smirks, "At least you didn't reference using the groups pack mule.Now what you can do is buy a quiver, I hear there is a magical one that carries arrows, bows, javelins and heck even full 10' poles inside it." I may not need it right now, but I'm sure I'll be looking for ways to reduce the weight I carry around all the time as well. Now, while Atlas gets some of his strength back, what about this door?" Carver goes about searching the corpse he carried to the doorway. He's looking for keys in particular.....
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 58/61 Character Sheet Monday February 20th, 2017 3:03:16 PM
Atlas gives Carver a horrified look, "Spend my gold on a magical quiver? One of those magical rings of strength or protection maybe, or a more powerful sword, or even armor, but a quiver?" Atlas shivers like he just had a spider crawling up his neck. "I don't think I can bring myself to do that." He laughs out loud at that thought.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 28/32; CMD: 16 Monday February 20th, 2017 5:09:53 PM
Owen chuckles at Atlas' words. "Hey, I just spent all my gold on a book. A quiver isn't so bad."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' Monday February 20th, 2017 6:04:29 PM "Yah, uh.... it's probably hard to tell on me, but I'm still a little drained. (down 2 Strength). As far as I can tell, Squeaver wasn't affected in the same way as the rest of us."
"Atlas, I'm a little hurt that you didn't see the crushed and torn look on my face..... I could barely carry myself now, and knew I couldn't carry you. With the creatures being dead, I saw that the others were grabbing you, so I thought, for the sake of all of us, I needed to get that door open as quickly as I possibly could." ;)
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 45/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Monday February 20th, 2017 6:47:40 PM "You know Atlas I have one of those magic quivers. I got it mostly to store my glaive at times. I'd be glad to haul around your bow and some arrows for you. Also I believe we found one of those quivers back in the room where the spiders formed together to make copies of us."
OOC, are the exterior walls of this room made of crystal? Have we tried to look through them if they are?
spells Highlight to display spoiler: { 0: light, detect magic, create water, mending 1st: Bless, Protection from Evil, Comprehend Languages, Sanctuary (wis bonus), Shield of faith (domain) 2nd: Lesser Restoration(cast used hero point and cast again), Hold Person, Silence (wis bonus)cast, Gentle Repose (domain) 3rd: Dispel magic, Daylight, Searing Light(wis bonus)cast, Searing Light (domain)
Channel 2 of 6 left.}
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 7/9/8, HP: 43/43, Protection from Evil, Monday February 20th, 2017 7:38:49 PM
Beordir chimes up, "I know we found one of those quivers. Carver, you could try it out for a while and see if it helps. I considered it, but archery is not my strongest ability. I thought to allow it to be sold to someone who would value it."
He's quiet for a moment, before asking, "Is there an easier way to destroy those horrible apparitions?"
DM Shane Tuesday February 21st, 2017 3:19:48 AM
ooc: hey guys, good to be back. Rob is tending to family issues so I'll be plotting your demise for a while.
in the relative safety of the door area, Which is a good 20' from the nearest crystal the party relaxes, tends to wounds, horse plays and discusses the relative merits of magical quivers.
Mack: It is indeed the old three locks trap! The locks are very very smooth and it is only after you have "locked" the last one that you realize that it was unlocked, still having beat two and locked one, you now have these locks number so to speak, so you get a +5 circumstance bonus to defeating the last lock..again...being as you aren't trying to be horribly killed by undead shades, if you take 10...
Carver: you don't find keys but two of the corpses have what look to be tear-shaped pearls stuck in their hair. while the last one has a blue gem on a silver chain around his neck.
Atlas: the discussion and banter, not to mention all the lesser restorations have you feeling almost back to normal.
Leskni: prudent in her spell allocation philosophy, fears she came across as miserly, she didn't, and the miscommunication is quickly cleared up. she concentrates deeply on her spell
Armand: the crystals grow on the ceiling, floor and walls. but the walls themselves are plain grey stone.
Owen: engages in conversation but keeps an eye out in the crystal cavern. while no shards reach you here, some of the conversation cause a few of the crystals to burst spectacularly. it's actually pretty cool to watch.
‘Osul: ever the gentleman, apologizes to Leskni, and understands her decison, with all the love going to Atlas, he looks as Squeever and Mack to see if they need any love as well.
Boerdirchimes in on the quiver conversation, and then grows pensive, His question a stark reminder of the dangers of the undead, something he may not have experienced growing up in the leafy embrace of the Culver wood.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 58/61 Character Sheet Tuesday February 21st, 2017 11:31:05 AM
Atlas perks up at the thought of something found, "I may have been too caught up in my death and return to life...and death and return to life again, to actually notice the quiver. I don't mind taking something we found. That's easier than parting with my gold! However, Carver, you're more than welcome to try it out first. I'm going to continue being our human shield whether I have my bow or not."
Atlas looks over the pearls and blue gem necklace that Carver brought back. "These look like they're worth something." Atlas says a few strange words and waves his hands over them. "I don't sense any magic in them though." He winks at Carver and checks in on Mack's progress.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' Tuesday February 21st, 2017 12:23:05 PM
Since we're in no hurry, I Take 20 to get the locks all unlocked.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT d4=1 ; d4=2 ; Tuesday February 21st, 2017 3:25:03 PM
While Mack takes a minute or two at the lock, 'Osul prepares and casts Lesser Restoration on him twice. Otherwise, still wary of the crystals, he keeps quiet unless asked, except to produce the pearl he found on his corpse for inspection. ——————— He yields two more Hero Points over several rounds to Recall the spell. Seems likely they will need it again. OOC: ’Osul, not ‘Osul (I hope that actually worked, and they don't look exactly the same)
DM Shane: Nope look exactly the same till I editied this post...'Osul my keyboard only has one ' mark. I'll get the character map out and get it right though. ʻOsul...hows that? crud. the HTML don't recognice ariel unicode.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 50/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet d100=67 ; d20+2=8 ; Tuesday February 21st, 2017 4:15:56 PM
Carver smiles and whistles a brief tune and actually casts detect magi, then looks at the necklace and gems he found. He'll also look at the locks and determine if they are part of the lock system.....
(knowledge (any applicable) 8)
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 45/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d6=2 ; Tuesday February 21st, 2017 5:10:50 PM (OOC ignore the d6, wandering cursor)
Armand looks at the doorway. "Leskni about 50% of the doors we've encountered have had writing of some sort or another, do you see anything?"
Armand tries not to disturb Mack, but must ask anyway. "Say, Mack...did you by chance check for any traps on these doors before you actually complete opening them?
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 28/32; CMD: 16 Tuesday February 21st, 2017 6:26:07 PM
Owen looks over at the items Carver is investigating. "Once we're on the other side of this door I can check those out, provided nothing immediately attacks us.", he says quietly, so as not to disturb his friend's concentration.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 7/9/8, HP: 43/43, Protection from Evil, Tuesday February 21st, 2017 6:30:21 PM
Having not really gotten an answer to his question, Beordir settles it into his mind to ask about later. He settles into a familiar martial state of waiting for the next task that must be done NOW.
DM Shane Wednesday February 22nd, 2017 2:21:10 AM Mack: With time on his side and mad lockpicking skills the last lock is no problem at all. the restoration spell feels nice as well.
Carver: the two tear shaped pearls evoke a moderate transmutation aura, while the necklace puts forth a faint conjuration aura. you'll need at least a 15 on a spellcraft check to know what they are. or you can use the clues given and figure it out on your own.
Atlas: dead then alive, dead then alive...it's almost like some cheesy daytime drama, like the orc and the restless, or general hospitaler...still free stuff is much better than bought stuff, though the intricacies of warrior magic still need a lot of work.
Leskni: keeps concentrating on her spell and can't speak right now apparently....
Armand: the cleric wisely advises Mack the rogue that he might want to check for traps. your examination of the door reveals no writing of otherwise on is surface.
Owen: wisely refrains from using his spells with unknown danger just an open door away.
'Osul: quietly casts lesser restoration on Mack bring him back to full strength.
Boerdir with no answer forthcoming on how to make the restless dead lay still and be good dead, he concentrates on what might happen shortly.
with a soft click the last lock is unlocked, you can tell by the design that the door opens into the next room. dare you enter? or do you have other things you wish to do?
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' Wednesday February 22nd, 2017 7:54:17 AM "Thanks Osul! I feel MUCH better now."
Turning to Armand.... "I was pretty sure I checked, and found no traps."
I Take 20 again to check for any traps or anything else peculiar to me about the door.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 50/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet d20+7=8 ; d20+7=27 ; d20+7=17 ; Wednesday February 22nd, 2017 11:48:06 AM
Carver takes a bit of time and tries to identify the items, he mumbles to himself, "I am betting these first two are tears of some sort, the other, I'm not sure."
Tear 1 8 Tear 2 27 Necklace 17
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 58/61 Character Sheet Wednesday February 22nd, 2017 11:55:23 AM
Atlas hums a little tune while he waits for Leskni's spell to complete. "I recommend that we go through the door and try to rest to get our spells back. Granted, I'm not that tired, but still. Besides, my snoring will cause this entire cave to shatter, so I don't think this will be a good spot."
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 36/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet d4=3 ; d100=31 ; Wednesday February 22nd, 2017 3:06:26 PM
OOC: Sorry for missing yesterday. Got distracted by having to GM Lakeview Passage (this online GMing is harder than it looks :-) )
But Leskni would finally finish casting her lesser restoration spell and restores 3 Str to Atlas (after successfully connecting to the Ley Line :-))
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT d20+5=11 ; d20+13=17 ; Wednesday February 22nd, 2017 4:11:25 PM "Is anyone feeling particularly low on spells again? I've been Recalling my Lesser Restoration spell on the assumption we would be needing it again soon."
"Carver, you missed this one. I raced through this corpse' pockets looking for a key and found this." 'Osul holds up a pearl. ————— Spellcraft: 11, Perception: 17 DM Shane: We tried - not to worry. No love from the RNG this week: d4{1,1,2} and d20{6,4}
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 45/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Wednesday February 22nd, 2017 5:18:11 PM
Armand waits patiently. Then wonders silently, "I wonder what Carver's bardic performance would do to these crystals?"
OOC Good luck Paul, "Micah" just finished his round of DMing at our table game and "Zanderallen" has memorized the rule book. We rarely have to look up rules though we have recently found that different editions of the core book has put some clarifications on things.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 7/9/8, HP: 43/43, Protection from Evil, Wednesday February 22nd, 2017 5:58:47 PM
Beordir frowns a bit at the suggestion that we rest. "I have not used may of mind, though few that I know are for damage or healing."
He thinks a moment, then offers, "We seem to have rushed into the last room. I thought we could have considered more ideas before attempting to engage the room. Perhaps with fewer spells, we will be more thoughtful."
While the conversation rolls around him, he shifts to his bow and nocks an arrow.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 28/32; CMD: 16 Wednesday February 22nd, 2017 6:09:02 PM
Owen opens the door. "Let's move on. And hey--if we see any more of those shades, try attacking them with force effects or Ghost Touch weapons."
DM Shane Wednesday February 22nd, 2017 8:28:06 PM Mack: you take your time and do the check for traps mojo on the door. it's a door, pure and simple, the only mischief on it was the three locks.
Carver: the first tear, which looks simular to the 2nd tear is still beyond you, but the second tear is a Tear of Eberon (frost) and the necklace is a periapt of heatlh. you do notice that the 2nd tear has a blueish cast to it and feels cool to the touch, while the 1st tear has a reddish cast and is warm to the touch. go figure.
Atlas: suggests a course of action and humms a little ditty.
Leskni: finishes her spell and wipes up all that remaining strength drain that was plaguing Atlas.
Armand: visions of the whole cavern spontaniously exploding fill your imagination, a true symphony of destruction
Owen: when Mack is through, Owen opens the door
'Osul: (no prob, I messed up and have already put your pearl with carver...sorry.) he asks about everyones spell health, and comments on his own.
Boerdir is realtivly untouhed, and rareing to go.
Ahead of you lies a passage that is unlike the others. The crystal that lines the walls is highly polished. Light is easily distributed, and everyone can see reflections quite clearly. The entire passage starts to fill with wispy white smoke, and Mya reappears. She looks briefly at her own ghostly reflection before turning her attention to the party “You’re so close now. You have come so far” Mya smiles
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' d20+21=34 ; d20+22=32 ; Thursday February 23rd, 2017 7:23:11 AM
I renew my TTT spell, and take a look around from the doorway......
(d20+20+1(TTT) perception check of 34)
If the group decides we are ready to move in, I take the lead and search the area carefully as we go.
(d20+21+1(TTT) TrapFinding check of 32)
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 58/61 Character Sheet Thursday February 23rd, 2017 11:14:29 AM
[b]"Thanks Leskni! I feel like my old self finally!" Atlas walks behind Mack as usual, but when Mya appears he steps aside so that the others can talk to her like they normally do.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 50/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet d20+7=17 ; Thursday February 23rd, 2017 11:17:26 AM
After considering the items......"Mack you, Leskni and I are probably the only ones who can use these tears. From my memory , each tear will only effect one natural or unarmed attack each series of attacks. This one is attuned to cold damage, and this one, I think is attuned to fire. I can use them on my hoof attacks, but with my usual actions of charging around, I wouldn't get much use out of them. So if either of you will use them, feel free to take them, if not I'll use them in case I get blocked into melee. As for the necklace, anyone not wearing one will want to use this. It protects you from all diseases. So speak up if you want it." Carver looks at the pearl.....first with detect magic, then studies it with spellcraft if it is magical.
Spellcraft : Pearl 17
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT d20+13=33 ; Thursday February 23rd, 2017 1:53:28 PM
'Osul observes, but leaves the conversing with Mya to those who have established a rapport. —————— Perception: 33 — Aid Mack +2
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 28/32; CMD: 16 Thursday February 23rd, 2017 1:57:03 PM
Owen looks warily at Mya, but lets the others respond to her.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 45/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d20+10=29 ; d20+12=19 ; Thursday February 23rd, 2017 7:20:17 PM
Armand looks around and then diplomatically speaks. (Diplomacy 29, d20+10) "You have continually exulted us to proceed further into these, rooms and hallways. Perhaps you could give us a little more information as to what awaits us."
Armand studies her for her reactions. He does not trust undead, and seeks to know if she harbors some ulterior intentions. (Sense Motive 19, d20+12).
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 7/9/8, HP: 43/43, Protection from Evil, d20+4=17 ; Thursday February 23rd, 2017 9:01:25 PM
Beordir murmurs, "Close now. Hmmmm." He turns his aim toward the crystal room behind them worried about shadows coming from the walls.
(OOC d20+4=17 ; Perception Not much to see here.)
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 36/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet d20+15=18 ; Thursday February 23rd, 2017 11:44:24 PM "How close are we> And can you tell us anything more about the dangers we face between us and her?"
Diplomacy of 18 :-(
DM Shane Friday February 24th, 2017 12:26:48 AM Mack: no traps, on hidden monsters...well..Mya isn't hidden...the room seems secure.
Carver: yep it's a fire tear, you have idenified all the items.
Atlas: feeling human again, gets out of the way and lets those comfortable with the undead speak.
Leskni: poses a question, and awaits a response
Armand: does like wise, and awaits a response.
Owen: keeps his own counsel, and lets others do the talking.
‘Osul: does so as well.
Boerdir warily you look around, but you see only the crystal walls.
"The matriarch is up ahead, there is a door, you must answer it's question to pass. She is powerful, and monsterous, her eyes grow distant and she speaks, almost as if continuing a story,
“After dozens of sacrifices had been made, the matriarchs followers were confused. Why had she not done anything? Why were the fallen still dead? Why had the drow not conquered the surface yet? Why had nothing changed? It was then they began to see the truth. The matriarch only sought power for herself, and was never going to share it. But she had grown too powerful for them to destroy. In their quest for vengeance they had created their own monster. They plotted in secret, and devised a plan to trap her in her own temple. Wards were put in place to.. to keep her from escaping, and knowledge of the temple was carefully removed from drow history. But nothing stays hidden forever. It was only a matter of time before someone rediscovered this place. And here you are.”
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' d20+22=37 ; d20+21=25 ; Friday February 24th, 2017 11:16:34 AM "Thanks Carver! I'd LOVE to give one of those Tears a try! If no one has a preference, I'll try the Frost tear."
OOC: I'm looking at those tears now. http://www.woldiangames.com/Woldipedia/index.php/Item:_Eberyon%27s_Tears I'm a little confused. Is it +1 to hit, and an extra 1d6 potential frost damage on one natural attack per round?
IC: I'm not sure why, but I'm starting to feel a little uneasy about Mya.
When the group is ready for me to do so, I finish checking the room and door for traps, and locks, and anything else of interest.
(d20+21+1(TTT) TrapFinding check of 37) (d20+20+1(TTT) perception check of 25)
DM Shane: Yes that's the way I read it as well.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 50/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Friday February 24th, 2017 12:15:14 PM "Mack, take both, I believe the effect of the tear is only good for a single attack in a certain length of time. (each round 1 tear will affect a single attack not a type of attack so 2 tears will affect 1 punch each of your flurry) you'll get the most out of the tears than anyone else." Carver then concentrates on Mya "Mya, it'd make our ability to defeat the Matriarch a lot easier if you could tell the answer to the question if you know it. And since she is trapped in that room, does that mean we would be reasonably safe to rest up here? It'd allow us to face her at our best and give us the greatest chance at defeating her and at the same time releasing you and the others to proceed to Lord Gargul's realm, where I expect you to be able to reside in the Lands of Rest. Since you have been assisting us, I will pray to my Lord Gargul in your favor, and explain all I can, to assist in his decision." Carver will then afterwards but before they move any further, if Mya says it's relatively safe, "I think we should rest up, facing the Matriarch at less than our full abilities would just plain be stupid. We will probably be needing our full complement of spells and other things when we face her."
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 7/9/8, HP: 43/43, Protection from Evil, Friday February 24th, 2017 5:47:55 PM
Beordir frowns from the back then asks, "Actually, why face her at all? She is sealed here. Is there any reason to think she might get out? "
"Additionally, that's a blind alley. She could be weak or overpowering. If we are not capable of defeating her, she will then be free to wreck havoc. I'm not certain that level of failure is worth the risk."
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 50/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Friday February 24th, 2017 7:04:15 PM "You seem to have forgotten that we were asked to come in here and be sure things like this weren't here. If we don't handle it, our friend here in the Drow houses, won't be able to keep someone else from entering after we leave, and just release her like you are worried about. I think we can handle it, but I still think we should be at full abilities rather than half spent or more."
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 36/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Friday February 24th, 2017 8:21:46 PM "We have also more or less promised Mya and her friends that we'd free them. They might, quite rightly, get upset if we renege on that.
I've still got most of my spells left and am ready to proceed. But, IF this place is safe I'm also willing to rest"
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Saturday February 25th, 2017 1:20:17 AM
'Osul gently and respectfully lowers the corpse to the floor.
"With the drain dealt with - thank you Leskni and Armand - more than a few of us are close to but not fully healed. If that cannot be attended to then I'll likely get some practice casting Stabilize, but either way I am also happy to proceed."
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 28/32; CMD: 16 Sunday February 26th, 2017 1:45:23 AM "I might like to have more Magic Missiles prepared if we're facing more insubstantial enemies, but otherwise I have most of my spells. If we think we can rest safely, though, I think we should."
Owen grins. "Oh, and 'Osul: I've always admired your optimism."
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 45/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Sunday February 26th, 2017 4:46:04 PM "Sounds to me like the Matriarch is at least still contained. While I still have a variety of spells left, I'm almost tapped out on my ability to Channel Gargul's positive energy. So that may limit my ability to damage whatever form of undead the Matriarch is. If we can rest I think we should."
Armand waits for the others.
"Say Mack, I'm not sure exactly what those tear things do, but from what I overheard Carver say is that one of them deals some sort of frost or cold damage? Undead are pretty immune to that. Also not sure what we may need in regards to having to have magic weapons, or silver, or cold steel, or whatever to hit this Matriarch."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' Sunday February 26th, 2017 6:15:19 PM Beordir says exactly what I was thinking about the Matriarch, but once the others speak up, yes, we did agree to do what we can to release these spirit children, AND try to make sure the tunnels are safe.
"Good points, Carver and Atlas. I'll give them both a shot then! I'd LOVE to actually be able to do some damage when I hit things. I currently hit pretty regularly, but don't do squat for damage." ;) "If anyone else wants to give one a try though, don't be afraid to speak up."
DM Shane Monday February 27th, 2017 1:23:50 AM Mack is tickled to get the tear of eberon, with Carver admonition to take the other as well, his damage per round should be quite respectable. Like the good guy he is he offers one to the reast of the party.
Carver: Mya responds to you below. and you remind Beordir of the agreement you made with the Drow.
Atlas: still tickled to be at full strength just stands around and grins.
Leskni: reminds Beordir of the promise they made to the ghosts of the drow children.
Armand: weighs in on the debate, and admonishes Mack of the dangers involved when fighting the undead..
Owen: Prudently thinks about his spell inventory and compliments 'Osul on his chutzpa
‘Osul: seems good to go.
Boerdir questions the wisdom of facing an ancient, powerful unknown drow matriarch
Mya's eyes take on a sad cast. " No...i've helped you all I am able, the lines of the ancient poem are all that I am allowed to relate to you, even then she forbid me speak the words of the poem, so I wrote it down for you. She brightens up a bit. "Yes! this room is the safest place in the whole area, you can rest here and not worry about anyone bothering you. She looks at Beordir, "Truly, I...I...havent been flesh in so long, and even when I was of flesh I was but a child....I don't know how powerful she is, she is less powerful than she was eons ago, but she keeps us here to keep her from age, and insanity."
“We - the chosen - are cursed to stay in this place with her. It is only by killing her and destroying her altar that we will be set free. Free to finally see the Lands of Rest” “You are at the final door. The door that traps the Matriarch inside. The word to open the door has not been spoken since the door was locked. Hopefully, you will figure out the answer”
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 42/46, Speed: 30' Monday February 27th, 2017 6:41:29 AM "Should we set our usual nightly watch then, so we're fully prepped?"
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 50/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Monday February 27th, 2017 10:05:14 AM "Mya, you've already given us a lot of help, don't feel sad because you can't help us further.We only asked because it would be easier to be handed the answers before we needed them. Where did you write down this poem, if it's behind us, I must be as thick headed as my mother used to say about my skull. If it's yet in front of us, I'm sure some of our smarter members will be able to figure it out. Now after we free you, if you have trouble when you face Lord Gargul, call upon me, I'll find some way to be a character reference for you."
Carver helps the rest of the group set up camp so they can rest up before facing the ancient evil yet to come......
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 58/61 Character Sheet Monday February 27th, 2017 10:09:49 AM "Yep, usual watch." Atlas is looking forward to some down time after the events of the day. However, before resting he takes some to to go through his forms just to settle his nerves. Once he is done he feels ready for a restful night.
---------------------------------------------------------- ooc: I wanted to spend some time with friendly banter and also discuss battle plans, but we only have Weston for another week, so I decided not to.
DM: How will we handle the battle if we are in the middle when Weston has to go on his walkabout? Or if we're still trying to figure out the door, which is a possibility, lol
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Monday February 27th, 2017 4:09:55 PM
'Osul settles in for a rest. —————— OOC: What time of say is it?
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 45/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d6=4 ; d6=2 ; d6=2 ; d20+11=21 ; d8+5=8 ; Monday February 27th, 2017 5:46:03 PM
Before everyone gets settled...Armand channels to heal up all injuries.
Heal 8 points to all.
Armand looks around. Heal Check 21.
"Hmm, hold still 'Osul."
Armand burns Comprehend languages to cast cure light wounds. 8 more points healed to 'Osul.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 d20+1=4 ; Monday February 27th, 2017 6:26:51 PM
OoC: Let's check out the door over the course of the night. If I need to drop out of combat, just leave a crevasse lying around and Owen can pull a Gandalf.
IC: Owen wonders if perhaps keeping Mya & Co. around would harm rather than help one's sanity. He walks over to the final door to examine it, and spends a good portion of his watches that night pondering the puzzle it presents. His distracted mind means his attentiveness to any surrounding danger suffers. Perception: 4.
In the morning, Owen prepares a new set of spells with the coming battle in mind:
Prepared spells: Highlight to display spoiler: {Bold spells are unused, underlined spells are in progress. 0: Toros' Taur Try, Resistance, Ray of Frost, and Ghost Sound. 1: Magic Missile, Magic Missile, Magic Missile, Feather Fall, and Color Spray. 2: Scorching Ray, Scorching Ray, Scorching Ray, Bull's Strength, and Invisibility. 3: Dispel Magic, Fireball, Haste, and Major Image. 0/1 daily Arcane Bond spell used. 0/7 daily Blinding Rays used.}
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 7/9/8, HP: 43/43, Protection from Evil, Monday February 27th, 2017 7:57:42 PM
Beordir sighs resigned, "All right then. Rest. He unwraps his bedroll and sets his pack nearby.
[b]"Does anyone mind if I play around with the enchanted hand?"
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 36/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Monday February 27th, 2017 8:48:56 PM
Before camping out, Leskni will ask the group
"I have clairvoyance available. Unless people object, I think that I'll look on the other side of that wall"
Absent objection, Leskni puts her scrying sensor 10 feet immediately beyond the door
DM Shane Monday February 27th, 2017 10:12:57 PM Mack: questions whether or not to set a watch.
Carver: Thanks Mya for her help and asks about the riddle. She looks confused, then a bit nervous. She says "you'll see the last part written above the door you notice her obviously fiddling with her hands, she points to her feet
Atlas: agrees to the usual watch.
Leskni: asks the party about casting clairvoyance, does anyone object?
Armand:Channels healing all around! 8 points to all. since you aren't in combat and no one is trying to stick a sword through you lets up the to 12 points.
Owen: examines the door. (see below for what you see)
‘Osul: settles in and then realizes, there is no day and night below ground. you have no idea.
Boerdir reluctantly settles in for the "night" then starts playing around with the mummified elf hand on a chain. It's pretty cool. with concentration you can pick things up at a distance! although if you move the object further than 15' from you. the spell ends and the object drops.
Mya turns to mist, with the ghostly cry that has accompanied many of her departures are you here to save us? also as has happened before the mist of her passing coaleses into writing on the floor where she stood. you remember seeing some of the lines of the writing in other places.
I wait and I watch I strike without pause Vengeance is justice Will you follow my cause?
The final line to the poem is written above the door,
when Owen examines the "door" he sees a twisting mass of swirling black shadows. In the rock above them is written "who am I?" the shadows are not the undead kind. but it looks as if all the shadows in the wold have twisted themselves up into this portal. Light has no effect on them. do you touch them?
DM note. if you want to discuss things and don't have time for the post a day bord, why not go to email?
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 d20+9=22 ; Tuesday February 28th, 2017 12:06:29 AM
Owen reads the clues and grins, looking at Armand. Knowledge (Religion): 22. "It's who I think it is, right? It would fit the ancient Drow culture, that's for sure."
The next day he gets ready for battle, casting Toros' Taur Try on himself and anyone else who wants it. Right before the group is ready to open the door, Owen casts Resistance and Invisibility on himself. Then he steps before the door and says in a loud, clear voice: "Jancassis!"
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Tuesday February 28th, 2017 7:03:03 AM "Thanks for the healing, Armand! Squeaver and I are fully healed and ready to go."
"No concerns here with playing with the hand, or using clairvoyance, or touching the shadows and saying 'Jancassis!'." :)
I just sit back and take it all in until I am needed. I might punch my fists together, to see if the flame and ice hitting each other cause any cool reactions. Wonder Twin powers, activate..... hmm... maybe it would work better if I try it with Squeaver using one.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 61/61 Character Sheet Tuesday February 28th, 2017 12:04:29 PM "Leskni, I have no objection. The more we can see the better. And Armand, thanks for the boost!"
The next 'morning" Atlas wakes up and looks around, surprised that the night went so fast. He cannot remember exactly what Leskni saw on the other side of the door, so he asks around.
After he is up and ready he watches as Owen and Mack try to open the door, curious if anything is going to happen to Mack as he reaches up to touch the shadows.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Tuesday February 28th, 2017 12:22:56 PM
OOC: Just to be clear, I had no problem with OWEN touching the shadows and saying the J word.... not me. ;)
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 Tuesday February 28th, 2017 2:25:13 PM
Owen watches Mack think about touching the shadows and then, with herculean effort, restrain himself from doing so.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:26/37, LIGHT Tuesday February 28th, 2017 4:12:49 PM "Thank you Owen. Every cloud has a silver lining, right?!" "Thank you for the healing Armand." "Beordir and Leskni, feel free to investigate." On hearing "Jancassis", he mutters the only name that he connects with it, "Cameron.", even though he does not expect to find the halfling here. —————— OOC: Can I safely say I would know when dawn is, as the point in the day when I can accept spells in my meditation?
DM Shane: Yes.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 36/41; Pella HP 16/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet Tuesday February 28th, 2017 4:21:17 PM
Leskni casts the clairvoyance spell, aiming at a spot 10 feet beyond the door.
"I haven't a clue what that riddle means. But I don't think Jancassis is it"
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Tuesday February 28th, 2017 5:30:04 PM "Wait, wait." Armand says as he Owen casting and obviously getting ready to say who he thinks it is. "Gargul wants us to succeed here and I have a bit of a different spell set from him. Just give me a few moments."
Armand begins casting and walking around to different people:
Shield of Faith on Leskni +3 AC 6 minutes duration Shield of Faith on 'Osul +3 AC 6 minutes duration Shield of Faith on Owen +3 AC 6 minutes duration Bulls Strength on Carver +4 strength, 6 minutes duration Bulls Strength on Atlas +4 strength, 6 minutes duration Bless Weapon on Atlas's sword, 6 minutes duration
Spells:Highlight to display spoiler: { 0: light, detect magic, create water, mending 1: Bless, Protection from Evil, Shield of faith-cast, Shield of Faith (wis bonus)-cast, Shield of faith (domain)-cast 2: Bull Strength-cast, Bull Strength-cast, Silence (wis bonus), Bless Weapon (domain)-cast 3: Dispel magic, Daylight, Searing Light(wis bonus), Searing Light (domain)
Channel energy 6 of 6 }
PS Leskni fix your hit point totals.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 7/9/8, HP: 43/43, Protection from Evil, Tuesday February 28th, 2017 6:46:33 PM
Given the severity of the opponent they are facing, everyone starts casting. Thinking that's a good idea, Beordir follows suit, giving himself force armor to help avoid more of thos horrible shadows and protecting him further from evil entities. Finally, he makes himself invisible, hoping to use an elemet of surprise to get into position.
Once complete, he lets everyone know, "I'm ready."
(OOC Cast Mage armor, protection from evil and invisibility)
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 50/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Tuesday February 28th, 2017 8:05:37 PM
Carver switched spells when he prayed after resting, from Lesser Restoration to Bless Weapon.... Carver will wait for just as combat starts before casting his spell.... With the spells cast, Carver for the door to open, and if there is something inside that starts a fight, he'll default to casting bless Weapon on his Lance......
DM Shane Tuesday February 28th, 2017 9:05:18 PM Mack: when you smack your fists together, the one gets so warm it's painful and the other one gets so cold it's painful. you took no damage, but it's enough to tell you that hitting yourself hard enough to do damage would be a really bad idea.
Carver: the bulls strength makes you feel mighty, your spells are tight and you are ready to go.
Atlas: gives his assent to Leskni's ideal, He awakens from a sleep so deep he can't remeber what all went on last night
Leskni: you cast Clairvoyance. but 10' into the shadow doorway yields naught but more shadows. you get the feeling that this door is a ward of some sort and the dimensions feel wrong, almost as if the shadows go on forever.
Armand: calls a halt to the proceedings so that he can buff Leskni, Carver, 'Osul, Owen, and Atlas.
Owen: you speak the word "jancassis" when everyone is ready
‘Osul: thanks everyone for their help, and cannot but think of his old friend Cameron when Jancassis is spoken.
Boerdir buffs himself and cast invisibility, the disembodied voice saying "I'm ready" is kind of spooky.
as Owen speaks 'Jancassis', the moving shadows shift and lock, becoming a solid black door, the wards that were hidden by the moving shadows glow brigtly for a bit, then fade, their power nullified by the code word.
Now standing before you is a solid black door, perhaps made out of jet or weathered obsidian, no lock is visible on it. do you open it and step inside?
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' d20+22=38 ; d20+21=25 ; Wednesday March 1st, 2017 6:22:37 AM
If the group wants me to check it over again first, I do so. Otherwise, I step aside for the stronger characters to open the door.
(d20+21+1(TTT) TrapFinding check of 38) (d20+20+1(TTT) perception check of 25)
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:16, HP:37/37, LIGHT d20+13=20 ; Wednesday March 1st, 2017 8:02:23 AM
'Osul assists Mack in scrutinizing the door. ———— Aid Another (Perception, Mack): 20, +2 Keen to understand the physical space beyond the door when that is revealed.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 22/17; HP 61/61 Character Sheet d20+5=15 ; Wednesday March 1st, 2017 10:27:53 AM "Wow, I feel great Armand, thanks! Now, lets not waste these enchantments..." Assuming Mack doesn't find any traps, Atlas attempts to open the door.
------------------------------------------------------------------------ Enchantments Bless Weapon: The weapon is treated as having a +1 enhancement bonus for the purpose of bypassing the DR of evil creatures or striking evil incorporeal creatures (though the spell doesn't grant an actual enhancement bonus). The weapon also becomes good-aligned, which means it can bypass the DR of certain creatures. Bulls Strength: +4 STR
Strength Check on Door: 15
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 7/9/8, HP: 43/43, Protection from Evil, Wednesday March 1st, 2017 4:12:02 PM
Beordir puts his bow away, but does not yet draw his rapier. Being invisible makes it harder to keep people from injuring themselves. He steps toward the nearby wall, out of the way and waits for the door to open.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Wednesday March 1st, 2017 5:23:23 PM "In for a penny in for a pound. The matriarch is either behind the door waiting for us or she's further in behind many more traps and secrets."
Armand casts Protection from Evil on himself as Mack finishes checking for traps and such. Protection from Evil +2AC and +2 saves
Not sure if we are in rounds yet for purposes of tracking time limits on spells Shield of Faith on Leskni +3 AC 6 minutes duration Shield of Faith on 'Osul +3 AC 6 minutes duration Shield of Faith on Owen +3 AC 6 minutes duration Bulls Strength on Carver +4 strength, 6 minutes duration Bulls Strength on Atlas +4 strength, 6 minutes duration Bless Weapon on Atlas's sword, 6 minutes duration
Spells:Highlight to display spoiler: { 0: light, detect magic, create water, mending 1: Bless, Protection from Evil-cast, Shield of faith-cast, Shield of Faith (wis bonus)-cast, Shield of faith (domain)-cast 2: Bull Strength-cast, Bull Strength-cast, Silence (wis bonus), Bless Weapon (domain)-cast 3: Dispel magic, Daylight, Searing Light(wis bonus), Searing Light (domain)
Channel energy 6 of 6 }
DM Shane: Nope I'm going to start the count once something actually happens. this is just a few seconds time in game time.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 50/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet d20+5=20 ; Wednesday March 1st, 2017 8:31:29 PM
Carver walks up to the door and lends his strength and that of the magic that he is also sporting..... Still, if she is behind the door, he casts Bless Weapon on his lance and activates his Paladin Divine Bond.....
(anyone able to make sure a post is put up for me between tomorrow and Tuesday. I'll be in out and busy so if I get distracted, I may miss some posts. I'll try to post, but a convention can be distracting.)
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 32/32; CMD: 16 Wednesday March 1st, 2017 8:44:14 PM
Just before Atlas opens the door, Owen casts Bull's Strength on Mack. He readies himself, invisibly, for the coming fight.
Prepared spells: Highlight to display spoiler: {Bold spells are unused, underlined spells are in progress. 0: Toros' Taur Try, Resistance, Ray of Frost, and Ghost Sound. 1: Magic Missile, Magic Missile, Magic Missile, Feather Fall, and Color Spray. 2: Scorching Ray, Scorching Ray, Scorching Ray, Bull's Strength, and Invisibility. 3: Dispel Magic, Fireball, Haste, and Major Image. 0/1 daily Arcane Bond spell used.}
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 16/15/11; HP 41/41; Pella HP 20/20 CMD: 17 Character Sheet d100=76 ; Wednesday March 1st, 2017 10:35:58 PM
[b]"Well done with the riddle. Lets go in, then"[b]
Leskni has her usual buffs up on herself and reduced anybody who asked for it earlier
Not worrying about connecting to Ley Lines for long lasting cantrips Comprehend Languages Deathwatch Message Reduce Person
Conection to Ley lines for See Invisibility works fine
DM Shane Thursday March 2nd, 2017 1:12:34 AM Mack: the door is not trapped, well except for the wards that are now non-functional. You feel stronger when Owen touches you
Carver: the door opens easily, as smooth as the stone it's made of. you cast your spells and get ready to rock.
Atlas: two people is too many for this door, Mack could open it with one hand.
Leskni: is ready to go, she offers to shrinkify anybody that wants it.
Armand: buffs himself and stoically awaits whatever comes next.
Owen: buffs mack and gets his game face on.
‘Osul: its pretty obvious that the only traps on this door were the shadows.
Boerdir prudently refrains from accidently poking someone with his invisible rapier, he hugs a wall and awaits the opening of the door.
the door opens into a short hall (10') which leads into a large room, the room was at one time richly adorned but time, hard use, and uncounted years have destroyed much of it. the room is about 50 x 50 and along one corner of the wall is a large altar, with manacles at the 4 corners and what looks to be ancient blood stains covering it and a frighteningly large area around it. What is more interesting though is the beautiful Dow woman, her torso at least, where her hips would be she terminates in a large black widow spider. she smiles and speaks.
Welcome, but I must admit, you were not what I was expecting
she moves a bit and behind her, you can see Mia standing, head bowed and hands clasped before her.
“It seems one of my children has been very naughty. Didn’t I tell you not to talk to strangers, Mya? I’ll have to consider a suitable punishment for you, tch...where are my manners, we will talk about this later, I am curious, though, I recognize humans and a halfling, but what are the 4 legged members of your party? I've never seen anyone quite like you, what are your names? ”.
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