Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP d20+13=19 ; d20+13=32 ; d20+13=27 ; d20+13=19 ; d20+13=29 ; d20+8=19 ; d20+17=34 ; 2d6+8=17 ; d20+17=33 ; 2d6+8=14 ; d20=20 ; d20=16 ; d20=12 ; d20=11 ; d20=17 ; d20=19 ; d20=8 ; d20=5 ; d20=16 ; d20=14 ; d20=17 ; d20=13 ; d20=14 ; d20=1 ; d20=13 ; d20=15 ; d20=2 ; d20=16 ; d20=5 ; 3d6+8=21 ; d20+15=17 ; d20+15=24 ; d20+15=32 ; d20+10=30 ; d20+10=26 ; d20+10=27 ; d20=16 ; d20=8 ; d20=6 ; 3d6+8=19 ; 3d6+8=16 ; d20+15=19 ; d20+10=18 ; d20+5=7 ; Thursday March 14th, 2019 2:09:11 PM
Sigvar relays some battle orders through the bond, which Pru follows despite her misgivings. And they are undeniably effective. He connects solidly with sword and horns, which is followed soon after by an explosion of fire. Some of the barriers are smoldering now as well.
The burning shocking arrows from Pompous all find their mark, which coupled with the fireball takes one down in record time. Trayvin heals Anna, who thanks him and repositions herself.
Nikolai tangles up his opponent and gets back into defensive stance. Michael loses two of his targets, but quickly redirects his attacks to the other in range. Unfortunately, the giants are too skilled in the use of their fists for him to utilize his opportunity attacks (slams, not unarmed), and he's not currently flanking anyone. But two attacks do hit their mark in dark purple, and he expertly dodges the fire.
Red tries in vain to burst the rope around her, and failing that chooses to punch the small man encumbering her. Even distracted by the rope, she connects. (17 damage)
Purple also continues her beat down of Michael. (14 damage)
Several of the others continue to focus fire on Sigvar, but are quickly realizing it takes nothing short of a miracle to pierce his armored form. 18 arrows, 1 nat 20, not confirmed - 21 damage
3 others see that Michael was the real danger to their leader and focus on taking him down. 2 hits, 19 + 16 damage
The last though can't help but notice the spells being slung from back in the clearing that are slowly adding up the damage. Pru suddenly finds herself targeted by some arrows, but this round all whiz right by her.
Leader - down Dark Blue - 92 Gray - 16 Orange - 16 red - 11 damage, stunned brown - entangled dark red - entangled dark green - 53 damage light purple - down dark purple - 46 damage, broken bow
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 120/132 Character Sheet Thursday March 14th, 2019 6:59:05 PM
Holding post until I know where Michael needs me to be.
Trayvin AC 34/19 touch Hp 79/106(BrianZ) Thursday March 14th, 2019 10:01:12 PM
"Anna, maybe something a bit more defensive?"
Trayvin moves over by Pru, stands in front of her, and raises his shield. "It's not much, but it's cover. Keep the pressure on them."
Actions: move, total defense action. +4 dodge AC for one round
Active Effects: shield of faith, endure elements
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration
Prudence Gundle 10d6=34 ; Thursday March 14th, 2019 10:16:27 PM
Pru moves forward some more. This time, she launches her Fireball farther back, so as to miss her friends. Then, since she is now taking fire, she casts a Quickened Protection From Arrows on herself.
[Target the square directly in front of Light Blue. That should get Light Blue, Turquoise, Lime Green, Cobalt Blue, Gray, Brown, and Dark Red. They all take 34 damage, DC 20 Reflex save for half.]
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 44/90 -- 35/20/31 CMD : 21 Thursday March 14th, 2019 10:38:05 PM
Anna-bat says to Trayvin, "I think this is literally the most defensive form that I have. If you'd like to heal me a little more that would be great otherwise I might be forced to just fly a little ways closer and then try to turn into a snake which is also kind of defensive but I think would let me to start actually doing something."
(OOC: Can I start my full round action to change forms this turn as all I have taken is a single move action, but have not made a standard action. I would spend a standard action towards the shift and then use next rounds move action to complete it giving me a standard action next round)
If possible Anna-Bat will try to start turning into Anna-Snake (see above)
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Thursday March 14th, 2019 11:05:35 PM
Fixing my header because, hey, did you guys know we're in combat? (D'oh!)
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 23/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Friday March 15th, 2019 12:27:02 AM
Spells in effect: mage armor, Prot vs Arrows Ki pts 5/7
Using his Mobility, Nikolai moves back out of reach of Red Giantess. Move: move 30' back +4 AC vs AoO = AC28 There should also be a barricade between the two of us.
Move: retrieve Tanglefoot bag.
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP1/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 Friday March 15th, 2019 1:35:41 AM
The blows add up on Michael. he forsakes attacking and goes total defense. he jukes and dodges and tries to make his way towards Sigvar.
+4 defence for 1 round. AC 36 mobility gives me another +4 to ac when moving out of a threatened area. so 39 vs AOO.
OOC: whoa I haven't updated my sheet in a while. I have forgotten to update my ac to account for my +3 Mithral chain shirt.
Pompous AC 26(29) CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 d20+22=25 ; d8+13=14 ; d6=1 ; d6=6 ; d8+13=17 ; d6=6 ; d6=4 ; d20+17=27 ; d8+13=15 ; d6=4 ; d6=6 ; d20+12=14 ; Friday March 15th, 2019 6:33:28 AM
Pompous unleashes another volley of arrows towards the giants. The sky again fills with a streams of arrows covered in electricity and flames.
Once the arrows are away, he will duck back behind the branches as best he can.
( ooc blue, then grey, then closest to Michael if the first one dies)
Attack 1 Hits AC 22 Damage 14, shock 1, fire 6 Attack 1a Hits AC 22 Damage 17,shock 6, fire 4 Attack 2 Hits AC 27 Damage 15 Shock 1 fire Attack 3 Hits AC 14 Damage Shock fire
Pompous AC 26(29) CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 Friday March 15th, 2019 6:34:51 AM
ooc- Damage on Attack 2 is AC 27, 15 physical, shock 4 and fire 6. Sorry.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 99/132 Character Sheet d6=2 ; d6=5 ; d6=6 ; d6=5 ; d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d20-4=15 ; Friday March 15th, 2019 3:12:58 PM
Sigvar reaches down and lays hands on Michael, healing some of his wounds, Michael Heal 24 damage. He then steps behind the giants, setting Michael up for mayhem next round. Acrobatics 15 if he needs it, not sure how much room there is between blue and green.
Sigvar's dashboard Tongues Endure Elements Telepathic Bond Divine Favor 9/10 rounds remaining LoH 4 of 8 used Hero Points used 2
Trayvin puts himself in the way of some arrows, hoping to allow Pru to continue her bombardment.
Pru blasts several of the giants again, with mixed results.
Anna moves up into hidey combat range and begins her shifting. RAW allows this, so I guess I can too
Nikolai continues dancing about the battlefield, hoping to distract and survive. His mobility lets him evade the AoO.
Michael also makes himself a nuisance, letting Sigvar deal out the damage, and reminding others to remember their armor is better than it used to be. Thanks!
Concerned about hiding himself, Pompous' next volley is much less accurate, but the one that does connect fells its target.
Sigvar heals up Michael a bit, then steps over the dead body to give Michael room to work.
Now that Nikolai has stopped defending the fallen bow, the Giantess picks it up and fires off a shot, hitting Pru, but not quite critically. 14 damage The one firing at her before continues to do so, but she must not have finished her training, as her strikes are even worse than before! The one with the broken bow has also acknowledged her threat though, and charges out to meet her. 11 more damage
Some of the others have now surrounded Sigvar and are trying to batter him down with more accurate (though less damaging) slams. Three of these strikes do pain through even Sigvar's armor. 12, 19, and 16 damage
Pompous' spell continues to hinder one giant, whose aim is thrown off just enough. She yells in frustration and seems to implore her sisters to destroy the source of the spell. Sure enough, two arrows find their way back to Pompous as well. 18 and 20 damage
Cobalt Blue - dead light blue - 17 lime green - 17 turquoise - 17 Gray - 50 Orange - 16 red - 11 damage brown - 34 damage, entangled dark red - tied dark green - 53 damage dark purple - 46 damage, broken bow
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 78/132 Character Sheet d6=2 ; d6=6 ; d6=4 ; d6=3 ; d6=5 ; d6=6 ; d20+17=24 ; d20+12=26 ; d20+7=15 ; d20+13=15 ; d20+13=14 ; 2d6+17=26 ; 2d6+17=23 ; Saturday March 16th, 2019 5:45:02 PM
LoH swift action for 26 healing to Sigvar
Sigvar steps again and sets Grey up for Michael to finish. He then attacks Brown (I think) Sword 1 Hits AC 24 for 26 damage Sword 2 Hits AC 26 for 23 damage Sword 3 miss Horns miss
Sigvar's dashboard Tongues Endure Elements Telepathic Bond Divine Favor 8/10 rounds remaining LoH 5 of 8 used Hero Points used 2
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP1/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 3d8+4=18 ; d20+20=26 ; d4+3=6 ; 6d6=16 ; Saturday March 16th, 2019 11:59:24 PM
Thankful for the healing, Michael takes a positions himself to take advantage of the offered flank. He fights defensively but still lays into the gray giant with his rapier. AC 34 38 against AOO.
1 attack +18 base, -2 for defence. +4 for Aotf flank. = +20.
Rapier +1 Keen
To hit AC 26 for 6 points of damage and 16 points of flanking. =22 points.
gray also begins taking 6 points of bleed damage each round stating his turn. she will take this damage until he or someone else performs a DC 15 heal check on her or she recieves a healing spell.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 23/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d20+15=27 ; d8=8 ; d8=2 ; Sunday March 17th, 2019 8:11:58 PM
Spells in effect: mage armor, Prot vs Arrows Ki pts 5/7
Nikolai realizes that his Tanglefoot bag is of no use against these giants and changes tactics. He dashes forward (Spring Attack) and strikes the bow the giantess holds and leaps backward again.
OOC: the way I understand it the giantess, using a ranged weapon that requires both hands to wield would not get an AoO vs the Sunder.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 72/87] 10d6=35 ; 5d4+5=17 ; Sunday March 17th, 2019 10:32:52 PM
Pru winces a little as she is hit. Well, if they're attacking me, that means they're not attacking Michael and Nikolai, she thinks.
She eases cautiously back [5-foot step], and launches another Fireball. Then she casts a Quickened Magic Missile on the giant directly in front of her.
[The fireball gets Brown, Dark Red, Dark Green, and Yellowy Green. They all take 35 damage, DC 20 Reflex save for half. Dark Purple takes 17 points of force damage.]
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 68/114(24 temp) -- 33/18/29 CMD : 23 Sunday March 17th, 2019 11:24:12 PM
Anna-Viper takes a 5 foot slither and then uses her bull strength SLA to gain +4 con.
Beast Shape IV: Form of Bat - 9 min [87 rounds] +6 dex, -4 str +1 natural armor, +4 AC, +4 attack, + 12 stealth, + 6 fly -4 CMB/CMD, space 1 ft / reach 0 ft. 5 foot base speed, fly 40 ft (good), blindsense 20 ft, low-light vision, bite + 14 (1d3+1) Barkskin - +4 nat armor - 100 min Bull's Endurance - +4 con - 10 min
Pompous AC 26(29) CMD 27/22/17, HP 73/107 d100=75 ; d20+22=40 ; d8+13=15 ; d6=6 ; d6=3 ; d8+13=16 ; d6=3 ; d6=6 ; d20+17=32 ; d8+13=14 ; d6=5 ; d6=4 ; d20+12=24 ; d8+13=18 ; d6=5 ; d6=2 ; Monday March 18th, 2019 6:23:01 AM
Another stream of fire and electricity flies towards the giants arrows
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ooc- I deducted 4 from the previous damage to account for the damage reduction. Ignore the percentile role- finger slipped.
Attack 1 Hits AC 40 Damage 15, shock 6, fire 3 Attack 1a Hits AC 40 Damage 16,shock 3, fire 4 Attack 2 Hits AC 27 Damage 15 Shock 1 fire Attack 3 Hits AC 14 Damage Shock fire
Attacks Purple then grey
Pompous AC 26(29) CMD 27/22/17, HP 73/107 Monday March 18th, 2019 6:23:56 AM
Another stream of arrows covered in fire and electricity flies towards the giants....
ooc Hate my keyboard
Pompous AC 26(29) CMD 27/22/17, HP 73/107 Monday March 18th, 2019 6:25:28 AM
ooc ORC DROPPINGS!
Attack 3 Hits ac 24 for 18 physical, 5 electical and 2 fire damage.
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP d20+17=20 ; d20+17=25 ; d20+13=30 ; d20+13=26 ; d20+13=22 ; d20+13=30 ; d20+19=24 ; d20+19=30 ; d20+19=37 ; d20+19=36 ; d20+19=31 ; d20+19=34 ; d20+19=26 ; d20+19=25 ; d20+19=22 ; d20+19=31 ; d20+19=34 ; d3=1 ; d20+19=39 ; d20+19=23 ; 2d6+8=18 ; 2d6+8=14 ; 2d6+8=16 ; d20+17=30 ; d20+17=28 ; d20+15=35 ; d20+15=23 ; d20+10=23 ; d20+5=21 ; 9d6+24=58 ; 3d6+8=21 ; d20+15=29 ; d20+15=35 ; d20+15=16 ; d20+10=16 ; d20+10=15 ; d20+5=23 ; d20+5=20 ; 3d6+8=20 ; Monday March 18th, 2019 2:15:06 PM
Sigvar steps in to engage the giantess in the back and strikes soundly. She is still tangled up in the grass.
Michael ducks under a kick of opportunity and pokes his target once behind the knee.
Anna continues her covert movement through the foliage, strengthening herself in the process (looks like you meant bear's endurance).
Nikolai attempts to break his opponent's weapon, but she easily lifts it up out of his reach. Even though he's surprised by the giant boot that comes his way, he's able to just barely dodge out of the way. I'm intended to rule that since she has natural weapons as well, she can use those to make an AoO, either a kick, or a fist, since she can easily hold the bow in one hand, such as when drawing arrows. Moot point, as your mobility let you dodge anyway. But those are my thoughts for future attempts.
Everyone targeted by this rounds Fireball avoids some of the damage, and the heat is starting to wither the vines that are still entangling one of them. In addition, she casts a spell at the giant who punched her in the face, and maybe she's still seeing stars, but she can swear that the giantess' tattoos flashed and the missiles just absorbed into her skin! She grins evilly down at Pru and raises her arm, just in time to be cut down by the trusty Pompous who's covering the rear.
With their new tactic seeming to be effective, the groups of giants continue beating down on Sigvar, trying to overwhelm him. 3 strikes again get through his defenses. (18, 14, and 16 damage)
Red finally notices the snake at her feet and attempts to stomp on it a couple of times, but Anna slithers just out of reach.
The last 3 continue the pressure and release arrows at the ranged support. Orange finally found her rhythm and hit Pru with a devastating volley. Could this be the last of Pru? crit - 58 damage, hit 21 damage; DC15 fort save or succumb to massive damage (insta death)
The others fire on Pompous, who takes two hits of his own. 23 and 20 damage
light blue - 17 lime green - 17 turquoise - 17 Gray - 103, bleeding Orange - 16 dark red - 28 damage brown - 100 damage, entangled red - tied dark green - 80 damage dark purple - dead yellow - 17 damage
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 54/132 Character Sheet d6=6 ; d6=4 ; d6=4 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; d6=3 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; d6=3 ; d6=4 ; d20+17=26 ; d20+17=22 ; d20+12=32 ; d20+12=27 ; d20+12=25 ; d20+7=26 ; d20+13=15 ; 2d6+17=25 ; 2d6+17=25 ; 2d6+17=25 ; 2d6+17=24 ; Monday March 18th, 2019 3:22:03 PM
Sigvar steps again, keeping Michael in his flanking spot and moving towards another wounded giantess. He again heals himself as he moves, but knows that is about to run out. "we need to start putting giants down, I am getting beat up and they are not dying fast enough." He sends through the telepathic bond.
Sword 1 Hits AC 26 for 25 damage to brown Sword 2 Hits AC 32 and confirms to AC 27 for 50 damage to dark green Sword 3 Hits AC 26 for 24 damage to brown if it is still up, dark green if not and grey if neither is standing Horns miss
Sigvar's dashboard Tongues Endure Elements Telepathic Bond Divine Favor 7/10 rounds remaining LoH 6 of 8 used Hero Points used 2
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 54/132 Character Sheet Monday March 18th, 2019 3:25:06 PM
please ignore the extra to hit rolls, my roller was acting up.
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 68/114(24 temp) -- 36/21/29 CMD : 26 d20+10=30 ; d20+10=23 ; d2=2 ; d2+3=4 ; d2+3=5 ; Monday March 18th, 2019 8:34:45 PM
Anna-Viper slithers forward till she is sharing a space with the red giant and then she uses combat expertise taking a -3 penalty to attack in exchange for a +3 dodge bonus before attempting to bite the giant (30 vs AC; threat of critical; 23 to confirm; 4 damage if hit (+5 if crit) plus DC 21 Fort save or take 2 con damage a round for 6 rounds)
Beast Shape IV: Form of Viper - 10 min [96 rounds, forgot to add my vestment originally] :+4 dex, -2 str, +1 natural armor, +2 AC, +2 attack, +8 stealth , +4 fly -2 CMB/CMD, space 2-½ ft reach 0 ft. 20 foot base speed, swim 20 feet, climb 20 feet, low-light vision, scent, bite+13(1d2+3 plus poison), can’t be tripped Poison: Bite—injury; save Fort DC 21; frequency 1/round for 6 rounds; effect 1d2 Con; cure 1 save. Combat Expertise: -3 to hit/ +3 dodge to AC Barkskin - +4 nat armor - 100 min Bear's Endurance - +4 con - 10 min (99 rounds)
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 79/106(BrianZ) d8=4 ; d8=3 ; d8=8 ; d8=1 ; d8=3 ; Monday March 18th, 2019 8:41:47 PM
Trayvin moves up again and steps between Pru and the giants. It looks pretty bad. He heals her and hopes the giants are in worse shape than the Agents are.
Actions: move, cast cure critical wounds (spontaneous from air walk)on Pru. HP healed = 29
Active Effects: shield of faith, endure elements
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration, air walk
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 42/87] d20+10=30 ; 24d6=93 ; 5d6=18 ; Monday March 18th, 2019 10:25:43 PM
"Aaugh!" The giant arrow that impales Pru does not kill her, but it does completely ruin her tunic. She gasps for a moment, then feels the healing energy from Trayvin. "Thanks, Trayvin," she says.
Trusting Sigvar to take care of the giants he's facing, she turns her attention to the ones on the north side of the clearing. She casts a spell, and a thin green ray shoots toward the orange giant. She casts another spell, and sticky strands envelop the lime-green, turquoise, and light-blue giants.
[Cast Disintegrate, hitting Touch AC 30. Orange takes 93 damage, unless she makes a DC 23 Fort save, in which case she takes 18 damage. Cast a Quickened web, which I attempted to show on the map. Reflex save is 19, but even if they save, hilarity ensues.]
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 28 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 23/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d20+15=22 ; 2d8+4=15 ; Monday March 18th, 2019 11:02:24 PM
Spells in effect: mage armor, Prot vs Arrows Ki pts 5/7
OOC: "Natural Weapons" don't automatically mean you get AoO. A minotaur has a natural weapon but it does not mean he can kick, he has to USE that natural weapon, the horns. If the giant's natural weapon is a slam, that is fists, not feet. They are NOT monks. But I don't know what their natural weapons are, so I'll just not try that again. BTW, if you are holding a bow and your action is to fire, you can't release the bow or arrow you are knocking to take a swipe as AoO. Unless you have magic that says you can. Or a monk. Or a Minotaur. Or Octopus. etc.
IC: Nikolai sees that trying to break the bow will be a lucky shot at best so he opts to just hit the giantess instead.
Move Spring Attack 20' forward and 20' back, no AoO. Attack w/Vital Strike + Stunning Fist: 15 +d20 = 22 dmg =15 Stunning Fist DC 22, Stunned for 1 round, Fort Negates. See Stunned Condition.
Using his Ki, he boosts his AC again, gaining a +4
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP25/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 d20+20=32 ; d4+3=5 ; 6d6=21 ; d20+20=40 ; d20+20=25 ; 2d4+6=13 ; 6d6=23 ; 3d8+4=17 ; 3d8+4=18 ; 3d8+4=19 ; Monday March 18th, 2019 11:36:48 PM
Michael keeps the pressure on, once he gets gray down he'll hide beneath her body and drink a healing potion or two, but right now it's time to rock. he slices into gray hoping to put her down.
fighting defensively -2 to hit +2 to AC AC 34
base +18 -2 defence +4 AoTF flanking. = +20
1st attack +20 Rapier +1 Keen To hit AC 32 for 5 points of damage and 21 points flanking. =26
2nd attack +20 Short Sword +1 To hit AC 40 (crit! 25 confirmed!) for 13 points of damage and 23 flanking =36 total 62 points.
Michael feels her stiffen with his first blow, then feels her muscles relax in death with the second. He forgoes his other attacks and positions himself to take cover in her neck and shoulders when she hits the ground, or between her legs, depending on how she falls. He then starts downing CSW potions He has three and downs them all. 17, 18, 19. = 54 points healed. (OOC: not sure if I can do all this in this round, but if I can I will if not, this is for next round.
cover adds +4 to AC but I would argue that with their size and Michaels size I have total cover. 34+4=38.
Pompous AC 26(29) CMD 27/22/17, HP34 /107 d20+22=42 ; d20+22=26 ; d20+17=31 ; d20+12=22 ; d8+13=19 ; d6=4 ; d6=1 ; d8+13=16 ; d6=6 ; d6=4 ; d8+13=20 ; d6=1 ; d6=3 ; d8+13=15 ; d6=4 ; d6=3 ; d8+13=21 ; d8+13=17 ; d8+13=17 ; d8+13=15 ; Tuesday March 19th, 2019 6:47:57 AM
Pompous cannot take many more hits but his friends are in in serious trouble. He fires another volley of arrows at the giants and then uses his free move to duck behind the biggest branches he can find for cover.
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ooc- I deducted 4 from the previous damage to account for the damage reduction.
Attack 1 Hits AC 42 (crit role 26)Damage 57, shock 4, fire 1 Attack 1a Hits AC 42 Damage 45,shock 6 , fire 4 Attack 2 Hits AC 31 Damage 20 Shock 1 fire 3 Attack 3 Hits AC 22 Damage 13 Shock 6 fire 3
Attacks Orange then those webbed.
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP d20+9=25 ; d20+13=19 ; d20+13=31 ; d20+13=20 ; d20+9=18 ; d20=14 ; d20=7 ; d20=2 ; d20+7=26 ; d20+7=8 ; d20+7=27 ; d20+7=25 ; d20+7=10 ; d20+15=21 ; d20+10=12 ; d20+5=6 ; Tuesday March 19th, 2019 5:55:23 PM
Sigvar calls out to focus down some of these Giants, as there are just too many blows coming to deal with them all. He then speaks words to truth and fells three giants in as many seconds.
Anna slithers forward and strikes, but her venom is resisted.
Trayvin heals up Pru, who is not quite dead thanks to her protection spell. Pru thanks him, curses the hole in her tunic, and fires a ray of deadly energy. Unfortunately, it gets swallowed up by her target, just like her magic missiles were. She follows with a Web, which all her targets are stuck inside of, but not to.
Nikolai pops into range again and restuns the red giantess, who's getting tired of this small man making a fool of her. Her bow falls to the ground again.
Michael starts to strike at Gray, but finds it unnecessary after Sigvar drops her. He takes cover behind the fallen body and drinks a potion. just one per round
Pompous comes through in the nick of time again, cutting down the Giant that absorbed Pru's spell, and sticking it to one in the web.
The three in the Web are able to maneuver their way through and out of it, but it is all they can manage this round.
All of a sudden, it seems the Agents are turning this battle around, and two of their foes sees fit to flee into the woods again. And with only one giant able to attack this round, and doing it quite poorly, more of them may be running soon.
light blue - 17, running lime green - 41 turquoise - 17 Gray - dead Orange - 88 edit - orange is dead from Pompous dark red - 28 damage, running brown - dead red - 36, stunned dark green - dead yellow - 17 damage
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 72/132 Character Sheet d20+17=20 ; d20+12=23 ; d20+7=16 ; d20+7=22 ; d20+13=26 ; d20+13=14 ; 2d6+17=25 ; 2d6+17=26 ; d6=2 ; d6=3 ; d6=4 ; d6=2 ; d6=2 ; d6=5 ; Tuesday March 19th, 2019 6:28:37 PM
OOC You have orange listed as alive and not running, but I don't see them on the map. Where are they? IC Sigvar keeps the ball rolling and keeps swinging right into turquoise. Probably missing, badly(but I'll roll damage just in case)( Aaaand the double clicks continue, sigh, sorry) Sword 1 hits AC 20 for 25 damage Sword 2 hits AC23 for 26 damage Sword 3 misses Horns miss Sigvar also heals himself 18 damage ( swift action)
Sigvar's dashboard Tongues Endure Elements Telepathic Bond Divine Favor 6/10 rounds remaining LoH 7 of 8 used Hero Points used 2
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 68/114(24 temp) -- 36/21/29 CMD : 26 d20+10=26 ; d2+3=5 ; d2=1 ; Tuesday March 19th, 2019 8:37:20 PM
Anna-Viper makes another attack using combat expertise against the red stunned giant.
(26 vs AC; 5 damage plus DC 21 fort save or take 1 con damage a round for 6 rounds; cure = 1 save)
Beast Shape IV: Form of Viper - 10 min [95 rounds, forgot to add my vestment originally] :+4 dex, -2 str, +1 natural armor, +2 AC, +2 attack, +8 stealth , +4 fly -2 CMB/CMD, space 2-½ ft reach 0 ft. 20 foot base speed, swim 20 feet, climb 20 feet, low-light vision, scent, bite+13(1d2+3 plus poison), can’t be tripped Poison: Bite—injury; save Fort DC 21; frequency 1/round for 6 rounds; effect 1d2 Con; cure 1 save. Combat Expertise: -3 to hit/ +3 dodge to AC Barkskin - +4 nat armor - 100 min Bear's Endurance - +4 con - 10 min (98 rounds)
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP42/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 d20+15=35 ; d20+15=17 ; d4+3=4 ; Tuesday March 19th, 2019 10:05:17 PM
Michael downs his potion while hiding amongst the giant body, when the vial comes down there is a giant standing not 5 foot away! Still not fully recovered from the pounding he has been getting he opts to use his combat expertise to hopefully not get squished as he attacks. (I'll take the 17 healing from the 1st potion and call it good). with nobody to flank with, and she looks a bit too wily to trick, he probably wont be able to hit his sweet spots. not a good target. He runs over to Sigvar going to his right side and yells.
Sigvar! Take left! ending his move he takes a single swipe at the giant(turquoise). next round he will move into the pocket between the giants, hopefully, if Sigvar takes the move he can flank her next round.
Attack 1 +18 -3 Combat Expertise = 15
single attack Rapier +1 Keen To hit AC35(Crit! not confirmed :( ) for 4 points of damage.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 42/87] 10d6=36 ; Tuesday March 19th, 2019 10:13:16 PM Okay, so, they can absorb spells, but only if you cast right at them. Pru is figuring this out.
It seems like a waste of a perfectly good area spell, but then Pru is a sorcerer; she has lots.
She casts a Fireball centered next to Lime Green. Lime Green takes 36 damage, DC 20 Reflex save for half.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 79/106(BrianZ) Tuesday March 19th, 2019 10:14:48 PM
"Pru, stick with the area spells, they seem to be shrugging off the direct hits."
Trayvin moves up alongside Pru, looking to maneuver into a better position which will let him heal the Agents.
Active Effects: shield of faith, endure elements
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration, air walk
OOC- I haven't been able to move the place marker for Trayvin on the map
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 23/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Wednesday March 20th, 2019 12:08:55 AM
Spells in effect: mage armor, Prot vs Arrows Ki pts 4/7
Pleased that his foe is stunned again, Nikolai does not let this opportunity escape him again. Rushing forward, he snatches the bow and retreats.
Move Action: Move 20' to bow. Move Action: Pick up bow. Spend Hero Point for extra Move Action: retreat 30' back.
Attack 1 Hits AC 34 Damage 16, shock 5, fire 5 Attack 1a Hits AC 34 Damage 18,shock 5 , fire 2 Attack 2 Hits AC27 Damage 14 Shock 5 fire 2 Attack 3 Hits AC 29 Damage 13 Shock 6 fire 3
Fires at Orange, then lime green, then turquoise
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP d20+9=16 ; d20+13=19 ; d20+8=25 ; Wednesday March 20th, 2019 11:49:40 AM
Sigvar keeps up the pressure, though he doesn't connect with any strikes. Michael moves up to work with him.
Anna sinks her fangs in again, and this time the poison does its job.
Pru catches onto the function of the tattoos and moves back to area spells, with deadly effect. It also starts the corner of her web to smoldering.
Trayvin moves himself to better support position. sorry, I'll make sure you have access
Nikolai steals himself a prize, still angling for taking a prisoner, while Pompous downs another target.
With 2/3 of their forces down or retreating, yellow and turquoise decide the better strategy is to live to fight another day. turquoise withdraws, still provokes 1 AoO from Sigvar with his reach.
Red is still tangled up, disarmed, and poisoned, and is trying to disentangle herself from both ropes and Anna. She manages to burst her bonds, but she still has a viper to deal with.
light blue - 17, running rd 2 lime green - dead turquoise - 64, running dark red - 28 damage, running rd 2 red - 36, poisoned yellow - 17 damage, running
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 42/87] Wednesday March 20th, 2019 2:58:19 PM
Pru looks at the remaining giant. She can't cast a targeted spell, because the giant will absorb it. She can't cast an area spell, because she'd hurt Anna.
She stays where she is for the moment.
"Are we chasing after those other ones?" she asks. "Or letting them go?"
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 72/132 Character Sheet d20+17=19 ; d20+7=18 ; Wednesday March 20th, 2019 6:12:14 PM
AoO 19 miss " No Thank you, I'll just bleed here rather than chase them through whatever traps they may have out there." to the giantess he says, in giant, " Stop struggling and hold still. We asked to talk numerous times and have only been met with arrows. This doesn't need to end with your death." Diplomacy 18
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 68/114(24 temp) -- 33/18/29 CMD : 23 d20+13=15 ; d2+3=4 ; d2=2 ; Wednesday March 20th, 2019 8:32:56 PM
Anna readies an action to strike again should the Giantess not obey Sigvar's request and do anything blatantly hostile.
(15 vs AC on readied attack; thinking it prolly misses if it proves necessary but in case it does hit 4 damage + DC 21 fort save or take another poison dose for 2 con damage for the final round after the initial 6 rounds)
Beast Shape IV: Form of Viper - 10 min [94 rounds, forgot to add my vestment originally] :+4 dex, -2 str, +1 natural armor, +2 AC, +2 attack, +8 stealth , +4 fly -2 CMB/CMD, space 2-½ ft reach 0 ft. 20 foot base speed, swim 20 feet, climb 20 feet, low-light vision, scent, bite+13(1d2+3 plus poison), can’t be tripped Poison: Bite—injury; save Fort DC 21; frequency 1/round for 6 rounds; effect 1d2 Con; cure 1 save. Barkskin - +4 nat armor - 100 min Bear's Endurance - +4 con - 10 min (97 rounds)
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 79/106(BrianZ) Wednesday March 20th, 2019 9:57:51 PM
"Looks like that's it for them. Maybe they will be willing to talk now?" It was a lot to hope for, but there wasn't much left to salvage from this.
Once the remaining giant is a prisoner or flees, Trayvin will try to gather the Agents together for some treatment of their wounds.
Active Effects: shield of faith, endure elements
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration, air walk
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP42/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 Thursday March 21st, 2019 12:53:31 AM
Michael does not speak Giant, but most everyone understands that blades entering their bodies are bad. Since Sigvar is taking the giants left flank(right of the map for us), Michael takes the right flank, but on his way he makes his way over to Trayvin for a little TLC.
Move double move to square E 7.5
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 44/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d8=7 ; d8=3 ; d8=6 ; Thursday March 21st, 2019 12:59:37 AM
Spells in effect: mage armor, Prot vs Arrows Ki pts 4/7
Nikolai takes advantage of the respite and uses a charge from the Staff of Healing on himself and waits to see what the giantess says. As far as chasing the others, it's not likely their tracks can't be found.
Pompous AC 26(29) CMD 27/22/17, HP 46 /107 2d8+10=12 ; Thursday March 21st, 2019 6:14:48 AM
Pompous holds true and waits for directions. He does take the time to cast a healing spell on himself.
{ Pompous Marcus Maximus,,,the Giantbane! Yeah, I like that! }
------------------------ Cure moderate wounds for 12
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP Thursday March 21st, 2019 3:46:42 PM
Abandoned and alone, the Giantess is still defiant. She all but spits in your faces.
Kill be and have done with it! My life is forfeit anyway. I it is like to be a kinder death falling to enemy combatants than the other fate that awaits me.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 79/106(BrianZ) Thursday March 21st, 2019 6:59:55 PM
Trayvin will offer to be a translator for the Agents if needed. As the Agents begin to gather around, he speaks to the giantess. "We have no interest in killing you, and would have preferred to avoid the fighting." (Well, at least most of us Trayvin thinks) "What is the other fate that awaits you?"
Active Effects: shield of faith, endure elements
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration, air walk
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 72/132 Character Sheet d20+7=20 ; Thursday March 21st, 2019 8:14:08 PM " Do you mean a fate decided by the demons we saw, and I imitated earlier? Gargul's eye woman, they are as evil as a green dragon! I am a paladin of Lord Gargul and my friends and I have already dispatched one of the demons." "We are mercenaries, soldiers that fight for a price. WSe were sent here because there is something here that can help us help our brothers in arms. Maybe helping you out of whatever jam you are in is what we are meant to do here. Tell us your problemMy friend and I will translate for the others." Sigvar says in Giant. Diplomacy 20 ( Aid appreciated...) Then in Common he says, " Heal us Trayvin, her too. If that is the wrong call Michael and I can easily remedy the mistake. Chammeling positive energy and showing we are good aligned may change her mind."
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 72/132 Character Sheet Thursday March 21st, 2019 8:15:39 PM
OoC I have a convention this weekend. I should still be able to post from John's, or have John sub for me, tomorrow.
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 68/114(24 temp) -- 33/18/29 CMD : 23 Thursday March 21st, 2019 8:21:44 PM
Anna says to her friends, "Unless she resisted my poison you probably want to cure the poison damage I've inflicted too. Viper venom can be lethal in large enough doses."
Beast Shape IV: Form of Viper - 10 min [93 rounds, forgot to add my vestment originally] :+4 dex, -2 str, +1 natural armor, +2 AC, +2 attack, +8 stealth , +4 fly -2 CMB/CMD, space 2-½ ft reach 0 ft. 20 foot base speed, swim 20 feet, climb 20 feet, low-light vision, scent, bite+13(1d2+3 plus poison), can’t be tripped Poison: Bite—injury; save Fort DC 21; frequency 1/round for 6 rounds; effect 1d2 Con; cure 1 save. Barkskin - +4 nat armor - 100 min Bear's Endurance - +4 con - 10 min (96 rounds)
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP42/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 d20+4=18 ; Thursday March 21st, 2019 9:59:34 PM
to help out Sigvar and show that his words are true, Michael sheaths his blades, shows his hands and nods sagely at Sigvars words.
Aid another (diplomacy) 18.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 42/87] Thursday March 21st, 2019 10:44:00 PM
Her companions seem to have the situation in hand, so Pru stands off to the side, ready in case she's needed.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 44/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Friday March 22nd, 2019 12:40:23 AM
Spells in effect: mage armor, Prot vs Arrows Ki pts 4/7, Hero pt used
Nikolai joins Pru. He'd like to help in negotiations but he doesn't know their language. So he trusts his friends to do what can be done.
Pompous Giantbane AC 26(29) CMD 27/22/17, HP 46 /107 Friday March 22nd, 2019 8:48:21 AM
Pompous drops from the trees and feather falls down to the ground. He slings his bow and in the same movement draws his flaming blade. Overall, a fairly impressive sight....
" MEDIC"
---------------------- Barkskin.
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP Friday March 22nd, 2019 4:07:54 PM
Healing is requested, and possible given. The poison has run its course, and the Giantess is still alive, though weakened. There are worse things here than those demon apes, or even a green dragon. I will not speak of it more, as his punishment will be worse than anything you can do to me.
I recommend that you leave this place, get out however you came in. Before it is too late.
she's speaking in common btw
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 68/114(24 temp) -- 33/18/29 CMD : 23 Friday March 22nd, 2019 8:59:49 PM
Anna-Viper says to the Giantess, "Green Dragon? I don't suppose this Green Dragon has a name? We've fought a Green Dragon to a draw twice, well he scampered off but he tends to like to use others to do his dirty work. We have a score to settle with him, so if he is hiding out wherever this is then maybe this is why we ended up here?"
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP42/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 d20+10=20 ; Friday March 22nd, 2019 10:22:39 PM Nah, Anna, she said its worse than a green Dragon, not a green dragon. Michael thinks for a bit. Okay then don't speak of him or her or it more. but how about some directions on how to find "it" and how about a nod if I come close to the mark in my conjecture. This "thing" controls your village, it sets you as guards to protect it from intruders. it is of demonic origin. it is of infernal origin. it's a lich. it's a mad wizard. it's' holding your menfolk and kids hostage. it has telepathic powers or it has some kind of farsight. it has not been here all that long, or it would have either killed all of you or had you more enthralled than what you are. you are scared for your village more than yourself. .
Sense Motive 20
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 42/87] d20+19=20 ; Friday March 22nd, 2019 11:37:29 PM
"I wouldn't precisely say we're here to help," Pru adds. "That would be overstating the situation. But I think--" she looks around at her companions "--I think maybe we can't get home until we've eliminated this threat, whatever it is. And if you point us to it, well, either we'll kill it or it will kill us. And either way, you're better off, right?"
[Diplomacy 20.]
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 44/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d20=20 ; Saturday March 23rd, 2019 11:07:56 PM
Spells in effect: mage armor, Prot vs Arrows Ki pts 4/7, Hero pt used
"Besides, we want to get the record straight. We DID NOT attack your people like those two said we did. They saw us, got scared and ran off. So when you meet the rest of your people, tell them the Truth! And to prove WE tell the truth, we offer to help get rid of this thing that has you held prisoner."
Diplomacy Aid Another d20 = 20! at +2 to Pru's role.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 72/132 Character Sheet Sunday March 24th, 2019 11:47:11 PM
Sigvar is annoyed at the lack of trust shown by the giantess. He simply turns away and considers why they are here. Since they have only a VAGUE notion of why they came here and don't even know where here is he sighs. " This is pointless. We have no idea why we are even here. Let's move on and go find someone, anyone, that is willing to face reality and talk to us."
Pompous Giantbane AC 26(29) CMD 27/22/17, HP 46 /107 Monday March 25th, 2019 6:11:48 AM
Pompous joins the others and keeps an eye out for any returning giant.
"Anyone want to search for spoils before we leave maybe? These arrows don't buy themselves. "
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Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP Monday March 25th, 2019 1:30:32 PM
Each of the giants is wearing various forms of jewelry, including pearl rings, long ropes of pearls as necklaces, and circlets set with violet gems. All told, these are worth approximately 35,000 gp.
It is possible that I could take you to him. There are more of my people ahead that may be less than excited to fight, since you have driven off many of my sisters already. But there are other guardians, more fierce and loyal, that may be undeterred and still stand in your way.
She tries not to react too obviously to Michael's line of questioning, but you can see noticeable flinches at the mentions of farsight and a mad wizard. There is some confusion over its classification though. Perhaps she does not know whether it is infernal, demonic, or of some other nature. She also seems skeptical over your ability to kill it, though is not inclined to dissuade you.
15,600 EXP each for surviving this combat
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) d6=6 ; d6=4 ; d6=4 ; d6=3 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; d6=5 ; d6=5 ; d6=6 ; d6=1 ; d6=2 ; Monday March 25th, 2019 10:03:13 PM
Trayvin concentrates and healing energy pours over the Agents, and the giant as well.
channeling = 17hp healed
"Well, looks like we may have a guide." Trayvin looks over the Agents, and seeing they could still use some patching up, heals them again.
channeling = 18
OOC - since we seem to be out of combat rounds, I used channeling twice, if that is incorrect, please disregard the 2nd one.
Active Effects: shield of faith, endure elements
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration, air walk channeling 4/6 remaining
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 77/87] Monday March 25th, 2019 10:43:02 PM
"Thanks, Trayvin," Pru says.
"And thank you--um...Miss Giant. Do you have a name? Mine is Prudence."
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 103/114(24 temp) -- 32/12/30 CMD : 28 (32 vs trip) Monday March 25th, 2019 11:04:17 PM
Anna says, "That channeling feels much better." She then takes a full round to turn into a manticore-chimera just in case the Giantess gets any second thoughts.
Manticore-Anna says to her friends in stereo, "Tell the Giant I'm Anna Morphling and ask it more about that Green Dragon it mentioned"
Beast Shape IV: Form of Manticore-Chimera - 10 min [92 rounds] +6 size bonus to your Strength, -2 penalty on your Dexterity, +2 size bonus to your Constitution +6 natural armor bonus, -1 AC, -1 Atk, -4 stealth, -2 fly, +1 CMB/CMD Speed 30 ft., fly 50 ft. (poor), darkvision 60 ft. low-light vision, scent, Melee: bite +14 (2d6+6), bite +14 (1d8+6), gore +14 (1d8+6), 2 claws +14 (1d6+6), Ranged 4 spikes +10 (1d6+6) Space space 10 ft, reach 5 feet +4 CMD vs trip breathe weapon 20 foot cone of acid (6d8 acid damage; reflex 21 for half) Barkskin - +4 nat armor - 100 min Bear's Endurance - +4 con - 10 min (95 rounds)
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 79/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Tuesday March 26th, 2019 12:47:19 AM
Spells in effect: mage armor, Prot vs Arrows Ki pts 4/7, Hero pt used
Feeling much better, Nikolai thanks Trayvin for the help. He then asks the giantess, "How long have you been subjected to this thing lording over you? How was it before it came? Were you happy? Would it be worth it to return to the way of life you had before you became enslaved to this thing?"
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP77/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 Tuesday March 26th, 2019 1:27:31 AM
The healing energy flows over Michael, he watches amazed as always as cuts, scratches and holes close up and disappear. Still some bruising left though, but all in all much better.
Thanks, Trayvin, man you are a godsend.
Whatever it is we are facing, it controls demons. i don't know how powerful you have to be to do that but it must be something. Maybe you spell types can figure out what we might have to face while we travel.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 107/132 Character Sheet Tuesday March 26th, 2019 7:28:17 AM
Most of Sigvar's wounds stop hurting. He remove's Nikolai's hat and returns it to him.
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP Tuesday March 26th, 2019 4:00:53 PM
Trayvin takes advantage of this time to channel some healing energy over everyone. I did check your sheet and notice that you're a couple levels behind. Pop yourself up to 12 when you have a chance!
The Giantess introduces herself as Vine. She looks a little better for the healing, but it still a bit weakened from the lingering effects of the poison. The time all seems to blend together. Some have served for many years. Others have been born into it. There is no green dragon, I only meant to say that all but the eldest green dragon's power would quail before the might of our ruler. I dare not say much, but certainly he will not find fault with me extolling the extent of his power.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 107/132 Character Sheet Tuesday March 26th, 2019 5:37:10 PM " Then do that. Alot can be told from his past exploits. "
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 103/114(24 temp) -- 32/12/30 CMD : 28 (32 vs trip) Tuesday March 26th, 2019 9:19:45 PM
Anna says to her friends, "So much for that theory of why we are here. We'll have to settle up with that dragon some other day then. I'm curious to learn what capabilities this new foe has that can command demons and giants to do their bidding. Hopefully we can glean something from what Vine has to say that may give us some kind of insight into what capabilities and weaknesses whomever is pulling the strings around here may have."
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 77/87] Tuesday March 26th, 2019 10:35:08 PM
"If he's not a green dragon, then what is he?" Pru asks. "A person? A demon? Something else?"
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 79/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Tuesday March 26th, 2019 11:36:59 PM
Nikolai wonders how the 'entity' can know what Vine tells them so he asks, "If you extoll the powers of this Entity, how will he know you are praising it? Can he read you mind? does he have spies that watch you all the time? Just pretend you ignore our questions but write into the dirt with the tip of your bow simple answers as you pretend to put us off."
Nikolai hands Vine her bow back.
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP77/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 Wednesday March 27th, 2019 1:58:34 PM yes tell us more, perhaps with knowledge of his abilities we too will quail from him and you can be lauded as a hero from diverting a threat.
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP Wednesday March 27th, 2019 4:21:32 PM I can tell you that he knows things that a normal person should not. Either he commands spies that report to him or he can see and hear things a great distance away.
I know not his true form, as he can seem to take on the shape that he likes. He does tend to favor an imposing man shape with the head of a beast. His power is such that a mere snap of his fingers would leave you dead on the ground.
My sisters may let you pass with me, but he has serpentine guardian beasts that ward the entrance to his temple. It would do you better to avoid them, rather than kill his pets, I think.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Wednesday March 27th, 2019 5:18:16 PM
Trayvin considers the giant's comments. Vine may not be able to tell the Agents everything, but they can still learn a lot.
Is his temple near here? Are there any other structures or things to note in this area?
Active Effects: shield of faith, endure elements
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration, air walk channeling 4/6 remaining
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 103/114(24 temp) -- 32/12/30 CMD : 28 (32 vs trip) Wednesday March 27th, 2019 8:36:03 PM
Anna says, Wait a minute. This guy has a temple? Does he fancy himself some kind of God? If Vine thinks we should sneak should we maybe send Nikolai, Michael and me disguised as some sort of small animal to do recon?"
Beast Shape IV: Form of Manticore-Chimera - 10 min [91 rounds] +6 size bonus to your Strength, -2 penalty on your Dexterity, +2 size bonus to your Constitution +6 natural armor bonus, -1 AC, -1 Atk, -4 stealth, -2 fly, +1 CMB/CMD Speed 30 ft., fly 50 ft. (poor), darkvision 60 ft. low-light vision, scent, Melee: bite +14 (2d6+6), bite +14 (1d8+6), gore +14 (1d8+6), 2 claws +14 (1d6+6), Ranged 4 spikes +10 (1d6+6) Space space 10 ft, reach 5 feet +4 CMD vs trip breathe weapon 20 foot cone of acid (6d8 acid damage; reflex 21 for half) Barkskin - +4 nat armor - 100 min Bear's Endurance - +4 con - 10 min (94 rounds
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP77/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 Wednesday March 27th, 2019 10:34:35 PM Well we are either dealing with a god, a powerful wizard, maybe a demon or maybe just a really skilled illusionist.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 77/87] Wednesday March 27th, 2019 10:56:35 PM
"You suggested we avoid these 'serpentine beasts'," Pru says. "Do you have a suggestion for how we could do that?"
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 79/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Thursday March 28th, 2019 1:17:40 AM "Well, knowing what those serpentine beasts are will help some in determining what this entity is, perhaps. Sneaking in a bit to spy on those creatures is an option. I'd rather find a back way in. We'll see. I bet its some kind of demon. We can try some kind of Communion or Divination to get an idea of its nature, this plane or another.
Vine, can you assure us safe passage to this temple?"
Pompous Giantbane AC 26(29) CMD 27/22/17, HP 81/107 Thursday March 28th, 2019 6:34:28 AM
Pompous gets a bit nervous at the thought of a possible bigger and deadlier battle ahead so soon after this one.
" Well friends, I'm out of fire arrows and my meager spells are nearly gone. Maybe a replenishing of our forces in a safe-ish location before we set off to confront gods may be wise. "
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP Thursday March 28th, 2019 3:47:02 PM The temple is near, perhaps another hour or so of travel through the jungle. It is the only thing of import in this area. If it has a rear entrance, I have not seen it.
The guards can only see so much. If one is stealthy enough, and perhaps with some distraction, you could go by them unnoticed.
I cannot assure safe passage, but I will do what I can to dissuade my sisters and circumvent the guardians. You can rest if you like, but if the Master does not know you are here by now, he will soon. And no place here is safe from him.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 107/132 Character Sheet Thursday March 28th, 2019 7:06:07 PM " Sounds easy enough. We rest and then go rid this place of this evil dude. I don't see the problem.." Sigvar sees thing in black and white. If it is evil, they can destroy it. It is after all, what they do.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Thursday March 28th, 2019 9:22:50 PM "I wonder if there is a way to block his spying. Maybe it would give us some more time to check things out."
Active Effects: shield of faith, endure elements
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration, air walk channeling 4/6 remaining
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 103/114(24 temp) -- 32/12/30 CMD : 28 (32 vs trip) Thursday March 28th, 2019 9:24:55 PM
Anna says, "I like Sigvar's plan. The only question is what do we use for the distraction while we recon whoever this big bad is?"
Beast Shape IV: Form of Manticore-Chimera - 10 min [90 rounds] +6 size bonus to your Strength, -2 penalty on your Dexterity, +2 size bonus to your Constitution +6 natural armor bonus, -1 AC, -1 Atk, -4 stealth, -2 fly, +1 CMB/CMD Speed 30 ft., fly 50 ft. (poor), darkvision 60 ft. low-light vision, scent, Melee: bite +14 (2d6+6), bite +14 (1d8+6), gore +14 (1d8+6), 2 claws +14 (1d6+6), Ranged 4 spikes +10 (1d6+6) Space space 10 ft, reach 5 feet +4 CMD vs trip breathe weapon 20 foot cone of acid (6d8 acid damage; reflex 21 for half) Barkskin - +4 nat armor - 100 min Bear's Endurance - +4 con - 10 min (93 rounds
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 77/87] Thursday March 28th, 2019 10:15:44 PM
"Do we need to rest again?" Pru asks. "As Miss Vine says, the longer we stay, the more chance they're going to know we're coming."
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 79/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Friday March 29th, 2019 12:47:41 AM "Unfortunately, Pru, I think we do need some rest. We need to make sure our healing capacity is as good as it gets. We might have enough to take on the guards right now but we'll need more if we want to face this entity. While we rest, some of us can scout out the temple, spy on the entrance, and so forth. I know it is a risk, but..."
He turns to Vine and asks, "Are there ANY of your people that actually like this being? Or are they just so intimidated by it that they might turn us in? We need you to tell them that it is in their best interest NOT to turn us in but let us help you get rid of it."
Pompous Giantbane AC 26(29) CMD 27/22/17, HP 81/107 Friday March 29th, 2019 6:25:18 AM
Pompous steps up....
"I volunteer for the scouting mission. "
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP77/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 Friday March 29th, 2019 3:47:05 PM Well we are either dealing with a god, a powerful wizard, maybe a demon or maybe just a really skilled illusionist.
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP Friday March 29th, 2019 6:50:48 PM
The Agents start formulating plans regarding how to rest safely, avoid hostile guards, and circumvent the mysterious overlord's spying eyes. Vine can safely say that they are servants, and while there may be some diehard followers, most of them are there because they have to be, or they have never known anything else.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 77/87] Friday March 29th, 2019 10:43:35 PM
"Well, if we need to rest, we should rest," Pru says reluctantly. "I can maybe help scout, though. Would they notice an air elemental, do you think?"
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP77/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 Saturday March 30th, 2019 12:21:43 AM well whatever we do lets put this killbox behind us. I have no desire to fight on this ground again. maybe lets move up the trail a bit till we find a better spot to rest and then make camp.
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 103/114(24 temp) -- 32/12/30 CMD : 28 (32 vs trip) Sunday March 31st, 2019 9:39:42 PM
Anna says, "Should I rest this night so I can recover naturally or if I take sentinel duty all night will someone heal me in the morning?"
If the consensus is for her to stand guard she adopts the form of either the small birds or mammals she was using previously.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 79/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Monday April 1st, 2019 12:22:45 AM "We still have some time. We'll start towards the temple and find a place to camp on the way. We certainly want our healing capabilities at our best when we tackle getting in to the place."
Nikolai asks Vine for directions to the temple.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Monday April 1st, 2019 7:04:10 PM "Michael, that list does narrow it down, but I think we should consider 'dragon' as a possibility as well."
"I still have enough healing to go around as long as it doesn't get too rough. If we do rest I can make sure we are in top shape."
Active Effects: shield of faith, endure elements
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration, air walk channeling 4/6 remaining
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP77/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 d20+19=25 ; Monday April 1st, 2019 9:36:00 PM
as they start off down the trail Michael says, " as my old drill Sargent used to say Prior Planning and Preparation prevents piss poor performance, The 7 P's he used to call them. funny...he didn't plan too good when he was messing around with that butches wife, when he got caught in bed with her he jumped out a second story window and broke his leg, that was the least of his worries though, the butcher caught him and...well lets just say it was a closed casket funeral. .
Michael takes point and looks out for danger.
Perception 25.
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 103/114(24 temp) -- 32/12/30 CMD : 28 (32 vs trip) d20+13=30 ; Monday April 1st, 2019 10:19:08 PM
(Perception: 30)
Anna keeps a sharp eye out for threats as they move closer to the temple
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 77/87] Monday April 1st, 2019 10:46:59 PM
"If Trayvin thinks he has enough healing, we should press on," Pru says. "We don't want to give them a lot of time to prepare."
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP Monday April 1st, 2019 11:34:30 PM
Sorry for lateness.
The Agents are discussing best practices for making camp and resting. Pru seems to think that if they can heal up, they should press on, so as not to lose the advantage of surprise.
Either way, a decision has to be made. Directions to the temple are simple. Follow the path, and follow some more.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 85/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d8+1=3 ; d8+1=3 ; d20+19=34 ; Monday April 1st, 2019 11:46:19 PM "All right, we press on then," Nikolai says. He thanks Vine for her help and promises to do their best in ridding her and her people from servitude.
He uses some charges from the Cure Light Wounds Wand and asks if anyone else needs some.
Wand of CLW = d8+1 = 3 Wand of CLW = d8+1 = 3
Then leads the way down the path.
Perception +19 = 34
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 107/132 Character Sheet Tuesday April 2nd, 2019 5:56:38 AM " Press on, got it." " Nikolai's tanking. Got it." " Yes I still need healing and I am nearly out of Lay on Hands so no, I cannot do what I just did again. Someone else needs to play main target. Honestly, if they hadn't broken first, I was ready to start heading back into the jungle, it was that close."
Sigvar's dashboard Tongues Endure Elements Telepathic Bond LoH 7 of 8 used
Pompous Giantbane AC 26(29) CMD 27/22/17, HP 81/107 Tuesday April 2nd, 2019 6:24:50 AM
Pompous can't believe that after the ferocity of this battle, the party will be moving on to the next fight.
" Okee then. Nikko, send some healing this way please. "
Once healed, he again suggests that he goes on a scouting mission ahead of the party.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) d6=6 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; d6=5 ; d6=2 ; d6=6 ; Tuesday April 2nd, 2019 6:25:09 PM
As the group presses forward, Trayvin takes the opportunity to pass out some more healing. He will include Vine if she is interested.
Actions: channel energy - everyone heals 19hp
Active Effects: shield of faith, endure elements
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration, air walk channeling 3/6 remaining
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 126/132 Character Sheet Tuesday April 2nd, 2019 8:31:17 PM " Thank you Trayvin. I'm good now."
OOC Off to work, see ya
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP Tuesday April 2nd, 2019 10:08:11 PM
Having decided to move on, some healing is dished out and progress resumes. They reach another clearing, at which point Vine let's them know that the other guardians, and the temple entrance, are not far ahead. Pompous suggests scouting ahead, but will need some plan to do so.
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 d20+13=14 ; d20+9=11 ; d20+23=28 ; Tuesday April 2nd, 2019 10:37:04 PM
(Perception: 14) (Stealth: 11) (Disguise: 28)
Anna uses her Queen's minion to become a jungle bird again and volunteers to scout in her disguise if the party decides to send scouts.
Active Effects: Queen's Minions Beast Shape 1 - form of jungle bird (at will) +2 dex, +1 natural armor, +1 AC, +1 Attack, +4 stealth, +2 fly, -1 CMB/CMD 10 foot base speed, fly 30 feet (avg. maneuverability), low light vision, scent, 2 talons +13 (1d4+3) , bite +13 (1d4+3) Barkskin - +4 nat armor - 100 min (OOC: is this still in effect or did 100 min pass?)
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Tuesday April 2nd, 2019 11:00:07 PM
"My offer still stands," Pru says. "I can try to help scout by turning myself into an air elemental. But I haven't practiced sneaking or anything, so I don't know how stealthy I'll actually be."
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d20+19=21 ; d20+15=19 ; Wednesday April 3rd, 2019 1:02:56 AM
With Vine's help, Nikolai now thinks they can find the rest of the way on their own. He bids Vine good by surveys the clearing.
"We set camp here while others go scout. Pru, you in Air Elemental form as the jungle won't hinder your movements, and Ana in bird form. The rest of us secure the area. There are mixed feelings about taking on the temple without replenishing our spells so let's get an idea of the temple's grounds and structures, what the entrance looks like, and what goes in or comes out. We might be able to capture some creature that comes out and interrogate it. Who knows."
He suggests getting Invisibility spells for their first approach when they do advance on the temple.
Keeping Watch: Perception +19
Setting up a defensive camp: Survival +15 = 19
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP89/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 d20+11=25 ; d20+19=38 ; Wednesday April 3rd, 2019 2:28:06 AM
with the extra healing, even the bruises go away. Michael stretches, taking some pleasure in moving is muscles without pain. Still, he is glad that Nikolai chose to make camp instead of push on. going into battle with their healers spent is a recipe for disaster.
Michael helps with the camp. survival 25
and takes his turn at watch Perception 38
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 100/107 d20+10=19 ; d20+15=24 ; d20+20=40 ; d20+21=41 ; Wednesday April 3rd, 2019 6:43:15 AM
Pompous helps with the camp thing (19). He watches as Anna-banana and Pru-Pru also volunteer to go do some scouting. While they may be able to blend in with their various forms, Pompous skill set is more in the tracking millieu. He decides to scout ahead in the direction identified by the giant.
" I'll scout ahead for a few hours and see see if I can father any intelligence for us. " And with that, Pompous takes to the woods and attempts to find this sacred space the giant is talking about
{ Max travel one hour out } ------------------------------
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP Wednesday April 3rd, 2019 6:52:29 PM
(last day phone posting yay!) Pru shifts to a near invisible form, Anna shifts into an unobtrusive jungle bird, and Pompous melts into the scenery. The others make camp.
It is not too long before the scouts find the temple entrance, with two snakelike creatures in front of the door. DC20 knowledge arcana: Highlight to display spoiler: { These are Guardian Naga}
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 d20+17=33 ; Wednesday April 3rd, 2019 10:22:03 PM
(Know: Arcana 33)
Anna-bird notes the presence of the Guardian Nagas and tries to think about what else she knows about these particular kinds of creatures.
When they head back she makes sure to share everything she observed with her Fist Mates.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Wednesday April 3rd, 2019 10:33:00 PM
Trayvin waits for the scout report, he hopes it won't take too long.
OOC- has Vine departed or is she still hanging around? I thought she was going to try to get us past the guards?
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration, air walk channeling 3/6 remaining
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] d20+13=32 ; Wednesday April 3rd, 2019 11:03:27 PM
Pru notes the presence of Guardian Nagas. If the Telepathic Bond is still up (it would last for two hours after Pru cast it), she relays that information to the others in the link.
If it looks safe to do, she wants to continue on, over the temple, to see if there is another entrance somewhere.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d20+19=29 ; Thursday April 4th, 2019 12:51:28 AM
Nikolai's knowledge does not extend into the nature of these naga snake-like things so he hopes one of the others has a better study of them.
He appoints the regular watch order, himself taking the middle. Perception +19 = 29
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP89/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 d20+3=7 ; Thursday April 4th, 2019 2:12:33 AM Naga? isn't that what a fishwife does? Knowledge Arcana 7 Michael thinks to himself, before looking at his companions and shrugging his shoulders. Beats me! . He does write about it in his journal, that way he is reminded to research it when they get back.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 126/132 Character Sheet Thursday April 4th, 2019 7:54:28 AM
Sigvar helps set up camp. If/when the word comes over the telepathic bond he frowns. He scrunches up his face and thinks of the things he knows about religion. then asks a question over the link. [b[" Aren't Guardian Naga supposed to be good? If they are his pets and not his slaves, we might be backing the wrong horse here."[/b]
Sigvar's dashboard Tongues Endure Elements Telepathic Bond LoH 7 of 8 used
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP Thursday April 4th, 2019 4:05:41 PM
With collective intelligence, the Agents are able to discern some information about the Naga. They are generally goodly creatures, yes. They tend to take up guardianship over a place they consider sacred or worth protecting. It makes sense that that protection would also extend to the perceived owner or resident of such a place.
The scouts come back to the group and make ready to camp and prepare. But it seems that just as the Agents have settled in and started in on a light meal that several Giants, including Vine, approach the camp. Their weapons are not drawn, and they appear as if they are here to talk (presumably thanks to Vine)
Our master extends his hospitality. Come, and you will find a more pleasant place to pass the night. You will be granted an audience come morning.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 126/132 Character Sheet d20+6=23 ; Thursday April 4th, 2019 6:51:18 PM
Sense motive 23
" Sure, why not? I am interested to see how this came to pass. I will come with you." unless the sense motive check says otherwise...
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Thursday April 4th, 2019 7:02:28 PM
"Well Vine, I am glad you convinced your companions that talking is preferable to shooting arrows. I hope we can continue to find a peaceful path to follow."
Trayvin is wary but hopeful.
Through the telepathic bond, Trayvin updates the scouts on the new situation.
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration, air walk channeling 3/6 remaining
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 Thursday April 4th, 2019 8:25:11 PM
Anna agrees with Sigvar and says, "This is very strange. Guardian Nagas are generally not considered malevolent but if we have been told the truth then how could enslaving people, even giants be considered a moral good?"
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP89/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 Thursday April 4th, 2019 9:34:28 PM
Michael thinks on Anna's words for a bit, then says to her in private. Well there are many different flavors of "good". good people put criminals in jail to punish them for their crimes, but also to re-educate them away from evil behaviour. perhaps the giants were on a bad path and whoever this is, is trying to train them away from it. or perhaps the Law that this good being puts forth is anathema to free spirits such as these. I'm just throwing out ideas here...your guess is as good as mine.
to Vine, he asks her. What can you tell us about the snake like guardians around the entrance?.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Thursday April 4th, 2019 11:42:32 PM
Pru stays in air elemental form for the time being, but she returns to her companions and waits to see what the giants will do.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Friday April 5th, 2019 12:44:51 AM
Nikolai takes the information about guardian nagas and puts it with what he knows about these giants through experience with them.
The invitation to see their 'master' could be a trap or reveal more of what really is going on. With the Agents' collective perceptions at work, they might be able to get to the truth.
"We certainly need to clear up the misunderstanding your scouts had about us when we first appeared here. Also, a promise to you to help your people may not carry any weight with others that fear this entity in the temple but a promise to your master that we will help will make a difference with your people. Yes, we will go. Let us gather our scouts that went to look at the temple and then we will follow you."
Nikolai is not in the telepathic link but he trusts that the Fist will be on double guard with respect to the giant Master's true intent.
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 100/107 Friday April 5th, 2019 6:30:39 AM
Pompous returns to the group and also reports his observations.
" Snakes.... I freaking hate snakes.... why does it have to be snakes...."
Into the battle clearing (DM Warren) MAP Friday April 5th, 2019 5:44:32 PM
With the acknowledgement of the "Master", Vine is even more reluctant to speak of these things. It would be better to hear it from him now.
From what I know of him, you have nothing to fear, at least until your audience is concluded.
If there aren't any other objections, the Giants will begin leading you all through the jungle.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Friday April 5th, 2019 9:28:16 PM
Pru follows Vine and the other giants, still in air elemental form.
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 Sunday April 7th, 2019 10:34:24 PM
Anna tries to figure out if they know she is a bird and then realize that vine saw her interacting with her friends in various forms. She decides to remain in bird form for now as they travel on.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Sunday April 7th, 2019 10:59:58 PM
OOC: at first I thought she meant her chief but upon re-reading, I see she means the one in the temple.
IC: 'At least we get to see the inside of the temple and find out what this 'master' is. Play our cards right and keep an Ace up our sleeves, that's the plan.' Nikolai muses.
Belly of the Beast Monday April 8th, 2019 4:19:17 PM
Now that you are "welcome", the journey through the jungle is a bit easier. It's as if the jungle vines are getting less in your way than before, making travel quick, though only as comfortable as the wet heat allows.
The front of the temple is a large stone edifice, hearkening back to some ancient civilization, but in quite good repair for all that. Magic at work? There are indeed two naga waiting in front of the the temple, but they make no aggressive moves towards you, only quietly observing. They remain outside as you mount the steps to enter.
The inside is covered in stone mosaics depicting various jungle creatures. You see the naga in display, so you can assume that these, or their progenitors, have been living here for many years, if not generations. Vine takes you down one hallway to a set of rooms that's oddly reminiscent of your rooms at the Citadel. There is a central chamber with a table set with food and wine, and several rooms splitting off from it. It looks delicious and comfortable, with even accommodations suited to a Minotaur.
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 d20+17=29 ; d20+17=18 ; d20+13=23 ; d20+8=19 ; d20+8=20 ; Monday April 8th, 2019 10:13:08 PM
Anna remains in bird form, dubious of the food and considering she got enough sun she is not hungry so she eschews partaking of the wine or food for now.
She takes in the room looking for anything that can be gleaned from their surroundings.
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP89/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 d20+8=27 ; d20+19=25 ; d20+10=17 ; d20+7=15 ; d20+18=27 ; d20+10=20 ; d20+4=23 ; Monday April 8th, 2019 11:23:24 PM
the rules of etiquette dictate that you do not avail your self to comforts until you are bid welcome by the host. Therefore Michael remains at parade rest and observes. he looks at the quality of the dinnerware, and the quality of the food therein, He also looks for escape routes and hidden assassins, traps, and clues about how the household works, servants, mail slots, firewood, clues as to how the folk who live here go about their daily lives and clues as to how many beings live here.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d20+19=38 ; Tuesday April 9th, 2019 12:25:33 AM
Nikolai does not trust Vine, really, nor any of the giants or the invitation. Despite what was said about the naga-serpent-things, he does not trust them either. As for the food, he's not hungry either, considering the surroundings. Since he's not used to lavish food anyway, he does not feel he'll miss out on anything if he does not eat any of it.
What he notices is the type of food. What vegetables, what meats. He looks up and around the ceiling area. What light source? are there niches or alcoves for hiding snipers? Perception +19 = 38
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Tuesday April 9th, 2019 1:12:56 AM
Pru follows the others into the central chamber, then dismisses her spell and turns back into a girl.
She looks around, but does not approach the refreshments. Like Michael, she knows she needs to wait until she is invited.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Tuesday April 9th, 2019 5:38:14 AM
"Vine, this looks inviting, but maybe we should see your master now."
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration, air walk channeling 3/6 remaining
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 126/132 Character Sheet Tuesday April 9th, 2019 6:02:32 AM
Sigvar samples the auras of those he passes, checking them for evil. WHen they reach the room he notes how homelike it is and thanks Vine. " Please thank your master for providing this place to rest. I assume the food is meant for us? Our thanks for that too, trail rations get old in a hurry and local fare is always welcome." If she answers that the food is indeed for them he will partake of some of it and place his gear in the Minotaur sized area.
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 100/107 d20+15=18 ; Tuesday April 9th, 2019 6:25:43 AM
Pompous takes stock of this room and looks to see if there any are any other exits.
" Snakes.... why does it have to be snakes....... "
------------------------- Perception check - room (doors and such) 18
Belly of the Beast Tuesday April 9th, 2019 3:11:14 PM
The Giantess does indicate that the food is for you. "The boss is taken up with his business tonight. The morning will be just as good for a meeting once you have a chance to rest and clean up.
As far as you can tell, the room is secure. And the food seems almost as if conjured by magic. All of your personal favourite things are available.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Tuesday April 9th, 2019 4:51:06 PM
"Well, if the meeting is tomorrow, and the food was thoughtfully left for us, then I agree with Sigvar, let's eat! Vine, will you be joining us?"
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, shield of faith, restoration, air walk channeling 3/6 remaining
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 d20+13=16 ; Tuesday April 9th, 2019 9:40:03 PM
Anna says to her friends, "Since I became a plant folk my favorite food has become sunlight and I have gotten plenty of that today. So much so that I can keep watch all night."
Perception: 13
She then flies onto Nikolai shoulder and whispers in his ear, "I take it, you want to air on the side of caution and not have me scout around in mist form? Vine seem convinced that whoever owns this place SEES ALL so I would imagine they'd be able to tell someone was floating around as mist if this was really the case."
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP89/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 Tuesday April 9th, 2019 10:24:15 PM I take it this room is for us then? If he gets an affirmative Michael has no qualms about tucking in. In this heat, a Hot melon salad to start and then pulled pork BBQ; for the main course, with a good stout beer to wash it all down. for dessert? Chocolate cake and cool buttermilk. after the repast. Michael feels relaxed and while he does not partake often a good pipe smoke is just the way to complete the night if they are alone, Michael has some questions.
Wierd how they went from "Kill them all" to " we need you to meet out Master" over the course of a few hours...Error of their ways? or something more sinister?
The sweet smell of Rattledam special blend fills the room and the fire in the hearth is relaxing, he is with his compatriots, it's dry and his belly is full. a soldier could not ask for more.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Tuesday April 9th, 2019 11:16:11 PM
Pru relaxes a bit and eyes the table of food. It has been a long day, but in this heat, she's not sure--wait, is that catfish pie? Pru steps closer and inhales the aroma. Well, she should have some. Just to be polite. After all, somebody went to all the trouble of making it...
Two helpings later, she joins Michael in demolishing the chocolate cake. "Probably," she replies, "they've realized they can't deal with us by force and want to try something else. Which could be good, or very bad. But that's a problem for tomorrow."
Pru tries not to worry about it, and doesn't entirely succeed.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Wednesday April 10th, 2019 1:32:24 AM
Nikolai whispers back to Anna, "I'd love to be able to scout. Problem is if you did get 'stuck' somewhere, we'd have no way of knowing it and no way to explain your absence, assuming that the 'see all' is a trick. Wizard Eyes, crystal balls, invisible servants, all could explain some of this stuff. A genie could concoct the food, who knows.... So best stay together for now."
Nikolai samples some fruit, staying away from the meat. If Vine stays to eat with them, he asks "All this food stuff, is this taken from your people by the master as taxes, part of your servitude?
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 Wednesday April 10th, 2019 6:33:03 AM
Against his better judgement, Pompous partakes in the feast and eats his fill. He offers little in the form on suggestions to the party. Being of junior rank, it's not really his place unless asked. He'll pick a spot in a corner to bunk down and nap.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 126/132 Character Sheet Wednesday April 10th, 2019 11:07:34 AM " I think Prudence has the right of it. If this 'all seeing' was in effect he knows we are fast to adapt to a battlefield and not aabove a bit of guile. He probably also knows we can initially in peace, trying to figure out who we were here to help and how. He will likely parlay and then make up his mind is we are dangerous to him or not, and react accordingly." Sigvar tucks into what looks like normal barracks food. He has lived as part of the Fist his whole life and that would be what he knows. There is one thing he does pluck from the pile that is different though. His one eye blinks at it as if he is sure it is an illusion. It is a canning jar filled with what appear to be candied grapes. there is lettering in minotaur on the label that says 'a touch of home'. His hand shakes as he opens the seal and lifts it to his nose. His eye closes in ecstasy as he smells the only thing he has ever known form a home he has never seen. He gently places one of the grapes in his mouth and reseals the jar, wrapping it in cloth and stowing it in his pack. You see him look at the pack repeatedly, but one grape is all he ever takes.
Belly of the Beast Wednesday April 10th, 2019 2:42:18 PM
After initial reluctance, the Agents tuck in. Even Anna finds a small treat that reminds her of sunlight condensed. This banquet must have been an act of magic.
They exercise caution and hold their watches, but refrain from scouting around the facility. Central morning, they are well rested and clean by the time Vine comes back to escort them to their audience.
Belly of the Beast Wednesday April 10th, 2019 2:42:40 PM
Everyone also take a hero point for that rp 😊
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 d20+13=18 ; Wednesday April 10th, 2019 9:36:01 PM
Anna says, "I don't know how they did it but somehow whoever owns this place found a way to make food taste like sunlight. Odd."
She tries to keep an eye out for anything interesting while going to the audience but is somewhat distracted (Perception: 18)
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP89/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 d20+19=38 ; Wednesday April 10th, 2019 10:25:50 PM
Michael notices his somber friend, the Stoic and mighty Sigvar's reaction to the candied grapes. he notes it and resolves to get the big bull some more soonest. He listens to Anna and cannot help but ask. so Anna, you were fully "human" once, how would you describe the taste of sunlight to one of us? is it more like sweet orange juice or hot peppers? . He's curious, but he smiles letting his green friend know it's all in fun.
a good nights sleep, a full belly and things don't look so bad this morning. but he looks around anyway, Ol' sarge used to say, "they like to hit you when you are fat and happy. so don't be fat and happy." boy that man knew how to put words to actions. Michael had never run so much nor been so miserable as under him.
Perception 38.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Wednesday April 10th, 2019 11:33:33 PM
Pru takes whatever watch she's assigned. In the morning, she casts Extended Mage Armor on herself and Nikolai, as usual.
If we need Endure Elements spells here in the temple, she casts those, too.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d20+19=24 ; Thursday April 11th, 2019 12:31:23 AM
In some cultures, one is true to its word and honor to keep their enemy safe while in its own home. Then again, maybe this 'master' isn't the true enemy. Not all servants understand the ways of a benevolent master. Naga Guardians may not be evil, but he didn't remember hearing that they were lawful good either. Working for an evil tyrant for some personal gain or because they also are held in servitude same as the giants would make sense too.
Nikolai takes careful note of their way through the temple, just as the did when they came in and were led to the banquet table.
Perception +19 = 24
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Thursday April 11th, 2019 5:38:36 AM
Feeling rested and ready for whatever this day brings, Trayvin waits patiently for the meeting with the giant's 'master'.
Used: Spells: endure elements x2
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Thursday April 11th, 2019 11:36:18 AM
Sigvar wakes and prays to Gargul for his spells. Healed overnight from the wounds he sustained in the clearing he is ready to meet the giant's master. As he has detected no evil on his trip into the temple he expects his to go fairly well, but he prepares for combat, just in case.
OOC I posted I was detecting evil as we entered. Since I was not told of any I am assuming I found none, correct?
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 Thursday April 11th, 2019 12:00:22 PM
Pompous wakes, checks himself in a mirror, winks and himself { Cause he looks just that darn good!} and gets ready for the big meeting.
Belly of the Beast Thursday April 11th, 2019 10:16:05 PM
As they all enter the room, Sigvar begins scanning the room for auras. The Giants around the perimeter didn't register anything, and there was nothing else to note, other than a large chair at the far end of the room.
As they approach (ie. get within 60 feet), Sigvar gets a ping of evil, and as they get closer, the chair swivels around and the aura is suddenly Overwhelming! Sitting in the chair is an imposing figure dressed in loose robes, with the head of a tiger, and oddly, hands that face upwards as they rest of the arms of the chair.
Knowledge, Planes, DC 30: Highlight to display spoiler: {This is a Maharaja Rakshasa. This creature has more magical power available at its fingertips than you have ever seen. It is a very powerful creature, likely very, very old, and quite devious. These monsters nearly always exist simply to obtain more power in whatever form they desire.}
His voice is deep and resonous as he spreads his arms in a welcoming gesture.
Ah, finally. It is good to finally meet such accomplished heroes as yourselves. Nothing short of an army could have stopped your advance through the jungle. An army, or myself, I suppose. What brings you to my little corner of the planes?
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] d20+11=16 ; d20+19=22 ; Thursday April 11th, 2019 11:05:06 PM
Pru bows. "We came via a magic incantation. It brought us to where we needed to be."
[Diplomacy 22. That isn't intended as a full answer--more of a conversation starter.]
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 Thursday April 11th, 2019 11:10:13 PM
To Michael she says, "It tastes kind of like a mixture of candy and wine"
(OOC: Not even going to attempt the knowledge check as my ranks are too low)
Anna has no clue who the tiger guy is, but she decides to let someone else answer him first. At this point she is in bird form still riding around on Sigvar's shoulder.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Friday April 12th, 2019 12:49:17 AM
The creature did not fit anything Nikolai could remember reading about but since his studies focused on Undead, it did not surprise him that he could not place the creature. Nikolai doubted that it could be 'all knowing and all seeing' but he had no doubt the creature was very clever.
Nikolai takes Pru's cue and bows before he speaks. "Accomplished heroes? I've never thought of ourselves as that. Just doing our job is more like it. However as my friend said, we made it to this little corner of the planes more by accident than design. A magical portal brought us here and once here, we decided to explore. That's not really considered 'advancing through the jungle' but merely following an obvious path through the jungle that someone else conveniently made. Unfortunately, being strangers here automatically means 'hostiles invading our homes and ready to kill whatever they see' to some who live here. Fear is a powerful motivator but it also robs one of its reasoning. Hopefully you can set things straight."
Michael Wittman AC:32, T:25, FF:24 (ucdodge) HP89/89 Me+18(13)18 F+8, R+18,W+9, CMB+16, CMD+31 d20+4=20 ; Friday April 12th, 2019 2:26:45 AM
Michael too has no idea what this creature is. (ranks too low even with a natch 20) but a tiger man is too cool! He stays silent though, better to be silent and thought a fool than to open his mouth and be proven one, besides this thing smells of power...best not to antagonize it. aw what the heck.
Thank you for your Hospitality, you certainly set a fine table, Your Port of entry into your domain could use a little work though, must be hard to get traders in.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Friday April 12th, 2019 5:27:17 AM
Well, this should be interesting thinks Trayvin. The creature seems very sure of itself. The Agents will need to be cautious here.
Used: Spells: endure elements x2
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 d20+15=31 ; Friday April 12th, 2019 6:07:07 AM
{ Oh orc droppings! }
Pompous stays silent and keeps an eye out for signs of a pending attack,
------------ Perception 31 signs of an attack.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Friday April 12th, 2019 8:05:17 AM
OOC OK, so it pings as evil. Based on what it is ( yes I read the spoiler, no I am not using any of that knowledge other than it is evil) Is that ping a "meh, its evil" or a frying pan smashed across my face " Ho BOY IS THAT THING EVIL"? IC Sigvar notes the being is evil. Like many of his companions he also notes it's poise and easy control of the meeting. It knew that nothing bad was going to happen to it. This was it's lair and they were guests. SIgvar chose his words carefully. " Thank you for your hospitality last night. I have only seen those grapes once. They were sent to my mother in a package from home and are a dear commodity. How did you know to include them in your spread of fare for us?" " I must say, I have never seen, or even heard of a being like you. who are you? The calm assurance you exude tells me you have power and know how to use it. What worries me is the evil that surrounds your aura. Do you mean us harm?"
What are the dimensions of the room? How far away from this guy are we? Who else is in the room with us (that we can see)?
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Friday April 12th, 2019 8:15:11 AM
Sorry, forgot this
Sigvar steps into the center of the group of Agents and makes sure they are ALL within 10 feet of him.
Belly of the Beast Friday April 12th, 2019 3:55:30 PM Answering Sigvar's questions: Aura strength is Overwhelming, as per the spell (Evil Outsider of 11HD or greater). The room is long and perhaps 60 feet wide. He's near the far end, though there is space behind him. You were escorted up to about 50 feet away. He's slightly elevated. There are rows of Giants standing guard along the walls. 4 on each side.
to Pru: Yes, now that you mention it. I believe I know something of that magic. What were you asking for to be delivered here, I wonder?
to Nik and Michael: Yes, I'm glad that we were able to set hostilities aside before you had slain all of my subjects. Good help is so hard to find. As to traders, I find there is little I need that I cannot obtain through my own means. But should I need something, I would find little difficulty purchasing it.
We gestures behind him at a row of chests, some of which are literally spilling over with coins and jewels.
to Sigvar: Magic knows no limits, sir. It can read your desires and conjure them for you. It is relatively simple, at least where foodstuffs are concerned. And no, I see no reason for continued bloodshed. Maybe I can even help you with what you came here for. For a price, of course.
From what Pompous knows of these creatures, they may be evil, but they generally hold to an agreement, once agreed upon.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Friday April 12th, 2019 6:49:56 PM " I can agree with that. Let us attempt to do this without further bloodshed. I'll let the others tell you how and why we are here, I am a bit sketchy on that anyway." SIgvar stops concentrating on the detect evil skill, and his remaining eye stops watering.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Friday April 12th, 2019 9:14:02 PM
The creature doesn't seem too concerned for it's safety. That's probably bad news for the Agents. He didn't even demand that we show up here unarmed. Hmmm. Well, hopefully he means it and is interested in bargaining. Unfortunately, other than 'going where we were needed' via the portal, the Agents didn't really know why they were here.
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