Enter ... the PIT (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) Wednesday April 3rd, 2019 11:54:12 PM
Emrys casts his True Seeing spell on himself before taking the plunge down the perfectly circular pit. As they float down, he mentions this to the others ... they have plenty of time. As they finish their float down to the floor, Emrys casts a spell. When they land, he touches each of his friends and himself. "Mindless undead shouldn't be able to see, hear or smell us ... however the more intelligent undead may see through this ward. If you touch or strike any of them, this will end this protection for all." Once on the bottom, he gives the area a good look over.
While floating down through the absolute darkness, Velarin waits to hear from Emrys that his true Seeing spell penetrates the magical dark. Upon confirmation that it does, Velarin decides to cast true seeing upon himself. "It's for situations like this that I spend much of my free time in my library. I have three true seeing spells prepared on scroll. Who wants them? or do I hold them for now and wait until something causes the need to use them?" Velarin describes the vast chamber to those that can't see.
Lanliss jumps with the rest closing his eyes but slowly opens his eyes as they fall/glide down through this so called dark matter only to arrive in a chamber. Lanliss does not say anything but keeps eyes wide open.
Tishe’ gently floats down and attempts to Dispel the Teucri Darkness when Emrys and Velarin say they are within 100’ of the bottom. “We are really going to want to see what’s happening, especially if there are Undead! We also don’t know how long the Pack may be bounding around down here”, she considers as they float downwards.
You reach the bottom. Only V and E can see freely, thanks to their True Sight, a spell that has a target of “creature touched.” Does anyone else wish to be the target of this spell?
V and E do see that the chamber is circular, 200 ft in diameter, with two doors on opposite sides.
Tishe tries to dispel the Darkness, and succeeds. From the way that the dispel works, you deduce that four deeper darknesses, each about 120 ft in diameter, cover this room. One of the four is now dispelled. It reveals one of the two doors.
At this time, two figures appear, a half elf and a half orc. The appear on either side of you, flanking the group, call it 50 ft in front of each door. All can see them. The two casters with True Seeing understand that they are illusions.
It looks like they are about to speak, but I’ll give you good heroes a chance to act at this point if you like, before the images deliver ... whatever it is they are there to deliver!
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 30 (T 16, FF 30, Raged 28), CMD: 38 (41 Raged); HP: 194 (245 raged); DR 4/- (7/- raged) Thursday April 4th, 2019 9:35:52 AM
Brom downs a dark vision potion at the bottom. As his vision adjusts, he looks around at his surroundings. Seeing the people standing there, Brom's sword is in his hands. He waits for their actions.
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 130/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) Thursday April 4th, 2019 12:35:29 PM
"They are illusions" V warns the group so that nobody rushes to confront them. "they are likely to deliver some sort of message to those that come here. Let's hear what they have to say."
V waits for the message from the illusions and waits to see who needs true seeing cast, or who, like Brom, has a potion.
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 26 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP: 141/141 Thursday April 4th, 2019 4:34:00 PM
Lanliss keeps looking but doesn't expect anything to surprise them, he trusts that his friends will alert him at a prompt time if anything might put them at danger. Lanliss adopts a defensive crouch position just in case the illusions Velarin speaks about are harmful.
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 28 (T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 79/103 d20+29=48 ; Thursday April 4th, 2019 6:19:09 PM
Edson was about to call out a warning to the pair when Velarin told them, they were illusions.
" that could have been embarassing" he muttered to himself.
Edson will begin scanning around for traps. (Trap finding 48)
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 36 (T 17 FF 26), CMD:42; HP: 227/227 Friday April 5th, 2019 12:22:32 AM
Barratore declines the true sight, but will take Darkvision, thinking V has a wand of the spell. Barratore has his shield animated at the ready. His sword and bow stay where they are and he calls forth from his Haversack a potion of magic circle protection from evil
He will wait on the illusions likely dire warning of death and such
Enter ... the PIT (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) Friday April 5th, 2019 12:26:51 AM Brom downs a dark vision potion at the bottom. As his vision adjusts, he looks around at his surroundings. Seeing the people standing there, Brom's sword is in his hands. He waits for their actions.
"They are illusions" Velarin warns the group so that nobody rushes to confront them. "they are likely to deliver some sort of message to those that come here. Let's hear what they have to say.” Velarin waits for the message from the illusions and waits to see who needs true seeing cast, or who, like Brom, has a potion.
Lanliss keeps looking but doesn't expect anything to surprise them, he trusts that his friends will alert him at a prompt time if anything might put them at danger. Lanliss adopts a defensive crouch position just in case the illusions Velarin speaks about are harmful.
Edson was about to call out a warning to the pair when Velarin told them, they were illusions. "that could have been embarrassing" he muttered to himself. Edson begins scanning around for traps. Edson did not find any traps in with the illusions.
The party awaits what the two illusions will deliver to them. The party is cautious of what the images may have for them.
As they eagerly await, the half-orc image says to the party, “Greetings. I am Brealla the Bold. You have come unbidden to a fell place, but that may also be your good fortune. You see over there a door.” She gestures to one of the doors. “Through it, you will find the domain of Kelsandria, a place of seeming tranquility. But do not be deceived or let down your guard! There are three items I need from there to be free of this place. In there are three crystalline roses. These roses are constructs, not plants and are items of great power. Bring them to me and you shall be handsomely rewarded. You may also spare the Wold a cruel fate in the process.”
Just as the half-orc finishes, the next starts. The second image is of a of a male half-elf clad in green armor decorated in leaves and vines. He wears a large sword and a bow. He says, “Nay, do not listen to her, for her words are lies. I am Axendur, and my mistress Kelsandria is a goodly woman, seeking only to create places of peace and tranquility. She cares for her creations.” He points at the other image. “This one serves a cruel master named Maegos, in a place of blasted heaths and plains. In fact, it is he that would wipe out the life above given the chance. Heed my words that we may protect the Wold from his plans. Bring me Maegos’ armor, for it is the source of his power. Kelsandria alone can control that armor and save your people from a terrible fate.”
What would you like to do?
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 136/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) Friday April 5th, 2019 7:36:18 AM
Tishe’ has to cover a smile, Velarin and Emrys’ True Seeing is keeping the Pack shuttlecocked and forewarned! “Very clever for illusions to deliver messages; it’s impossible to know which is right or even if either are.”
Then another thought come to her. “If we revealed one door and two illusions appeared, what is in the other corners? This is Teucri-made, so why something as straightforward as a retrieval job that would appeal to adventurers? It may be the illusions are programmed to appeal to our natures, though I did not detect any scrying or other divination to collect information.” ........
Extended Featherfall. All heroes have Featherfall for 340 minutes
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 130/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) Friday April 5th, 2019 7:03:55 PM
V calls forth his wand of darkvision and uses it upon Barratore.
"Well, I think either way, we will end up making our own decisions based upon what we encounter and learn. At present, I'm not inclined to give either of them either item."
"Agreed Tishe'. We should check out the rest of this room before opening any doors. Always best to know what lays behind you."
"Anyone want a true sight? or are we good with what we have at the moment?
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 26 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP: 141/141 d20+10=16 ; Friday April 5th, 2019 7:27:25 PM
Lanliss tries to discern which one of them might speak the truth. "What the elf says seems more true to me", Lanliss exclaim, "He didn't offer a reward", he adds as a reason for his thinking He thinks for it for a moment and asks the elvish illusion in confusion. "How do we meet Maegos?"
Sense Motive 16
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 28 (T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 79/103 d20+29=31 ; Friday April 5th, 2019 9:59:03 PM
Edson nods at Lanliss's reasoning. It was sound reasoning. The skinny elf begins looking around when Tishe mentions knowing more about their surrounding before making a decision. He checks the "door" for traps. (Trap sense 31).
Enter ... the PIT (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) Friday April 5th, 2019 11:56:31 PM
Lanliss tries to tell which is speaking true. But these are illusions; there are no motives to sense, and divination to sense veracity has no grasp over the recorded words of an image.
Tishe’ sees the cleverness inherent in this system. Perhaps she also deduces that these are illusions heightened to level 9, so that they will outshine the magical darkness without actually illuminating anything.
Velarin considers casting another Darkvision. Note that the Darkvision from yesterday’s post definitely allows vision in the quarter of the room from which the Darkness has been dispelled; the other three quarters of the huge chamber, still covered in Darkness, is impenetrable to Darkvision.
Edson wants to check for traps, but one door is covered in magical darkness and the other is just dark. The party has ways of making light, so your DM assumes Edson looks at the door not covered in magical darkness --- and he sees no traps.
Has anyone TOUCHED a door (both are "illuminated" by the illusions)?
Has anyone SPOKEN to the illusions?
Has anyone ENTERED an area of magical darkness in this chamber?
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 136/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) d20+20=25 ; d20+20=25 ; Saturday April 6th, 2019 7:51:41 AM
Tishe’ looks about. Lanliss has asked the elf illusions a quiestion, so the KeeperPack will soon find out if they are Programmed Illusions or something more... Teucri: as in beyond the ability of today’s arcane magic. She watches the illusion closely, trying to discern the magical nature of the illusion.
To the orc illusion, Tishe’ then poses another question, again looking for clues to the craft is this spell. “Why are these roses so special? Where do the loyal peoples of Magyar reside?”
To Velarin and Emrys, “Can you use your True Seeing to see if there are other doors in the Darkness?”
...... Spellcraft on elf. 25 What spell? Could she Counterspell? Spellcraft on orc. 25 Same
Extended Featherfall. All heroes have Featherfall for 340 minutes
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 26 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP: 141/141 Saturday April 6th, 2019 10:39:12 AM
Lanliss ponders on this thought for a moment "Do both choices lead the same way? The Door ?! " He thinks for it for a moment and asks the elvish illusion in confusion. "How do we meet Maegos or steal his armor?"
Lanliss still doesn't touch anything for fear that something might happen somewhere in the shadows if he touches something.
OOC: I did ask the question before so trying to do again in a little different manner
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 36 (T 17 FF 26), CMD:42; HP: 227/227 Saturday April 6th, 2019 11:12:30 AM
Barratore looks about, the Darkvision does not penetrate the magical darkness, but if does help and he retrieves his Everburning Torch sliding it back into his belt. "I agree with V, and we should remove the other magical darkness areas to see if there are more then the 2 choices and doors we see right now. When you get a moment Tische. Seems like you have a handle on unworking the spells."
Barratore wants the room undone before engaging illusions or doors and certainly is not going to wander into an area he cannot see
Spell effect Darkvision
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 130/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) Sunday April 7th, 2019 7:23:55 AM
V will wait to see what the interaction with the illusions results in and whether or not Tishe' is able to Dispel more of the magical darkness spells.
Spells/Effects Contingency: Break enchantment activated when effected by mind effect or body control spells Bless(permanent) elemental wall rounds: See Invisibility: 340 minutes True Seeing: 17 minutes
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 130/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) Monday April 8th, 2019 7:48:18 AM
"Should no further useful information come from the illusions, and Tishe' be unable or unwilling to remove more of the magical darkness, V will suggest the group move slowly around the room so he and Emrys can get a look at the rest of it.
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 136/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) d20+22=28 ; d20+22=30 ; d20+22=25 ; Monday April 8th, 2019 10:18:53 AM
Tishe’ is willing, and casts three more Dispel Magic spells with her Spellweaver abilities, focusing on a different corner of the large room.
Dispel. 28, 30, 25
Extended Featherfall. All heroes have Featherfall for 340 minutes
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. true seeing d20+30=38 ; d20+30=49 ; d20+17=29 ; Monday April 8th, 2019 12:12:39 PM
"The half-human woman, a prisoner of this place apparently, offers a reward of either power or riches. While the half-orc ranger only asks for our help to protect his domain, and that of his mistress, from destruction. If I had to choose between the two, the request of Axendur sounds the most nobel."
Emrys scrutinizes the two figures: items and clothing worn and searches his mind to see if he recalls any lore about them and the names and places they talked about. (Knowledge [Planes]:38, Knowledge [Religion]: 49 and Knowledge [History]: 29.)
(ooc: Sorry for the lack of posting, it was a busy weekend.)
A Tale of Two Images (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) Monday April 8th, 2019 9:19:53 PM Lanliss ponders on this thought for a moment "Do both choices lead the same way? The Door ?! " He thinks for it for a moment and asks the elvish illusion in confusion. "How do we meet Maegos or steal his armor?" Lanliss still doesn't touch anything for fear that something might happen somewhere in the shadows if he touches something.
When Lanliss speaks to the male half-elf, it speaks: “What fate would Maegos bring to the Wold? He would bring machines to subjugate and destroy your people. You would live to service him - if you were allowed to live at all.”
“Why trust me? I tell you the truth. Is there any other reason?”
After speaking these words, the illusion fades away.
Barratore looks about, the Darkvision does not penetrate the magical darkness, but it does help and he retrieves his Everburning Torch sliding it back into his belt. "I agree with V, and we should remove the other magical darkness areas to see if there are more then the 2 choices and doors we see right now. When you get a moment Tishe. Seems like you have a handle on unworking the spells."
Barratore wants the room undone before engaging illusions or doors and decides not to wander into an area he cannot see. He does not move close to the door or the walls.
Tishe’ looks about and awaits the question that Lanliss has asked the elf illusions so the Keeper Pack will soon find out if they are Programmed Illusions or something more... Teucri: as in beyond the ability of today’s arcane magic. She watches the illusion closely, trying to discern the magical nature of the illusion.
To the orc illusion, Tishe’ then poses another question, again looking for clues to the craft is this spell. “Why are these roses so special? Where do the loyal peoples of Magyar reside?”
The half-orc answers: “What fate you ask? She who lies within that place would remake the Wold above in her own image, bending the Wold to her cruel will as she spreads a pestilence across the Wold.”
“Why should you trust me? You should not, for you do not know me. But my words are true just the same.”
After speaking these words, the illusion fades away.
To Velarin and Emrys, Tishe asks, “Can you use your True Seeing to see if there are other doors in the Darkness?” Tishe’ casts three more Dispel Magic spells with her Spellweaver abilities, focusing on a different corner of the large room.
Tishe is able to dispel the darkness in the circular chamber completely. You are at the center of the room, which is 100 ft in diameter. Darkvision can see 60 ft. The everburning torch illuminates 20 ft clearly, 40 vaguely; 40 ft / 80 ft with darkvision. However, the True Seeing has a range of 120 ft! Who has True Seeing up? If you do *cough*Emrys*cough*Velarin*cough* then you see that the walls are graven.
Velarin will wait to see what the interaction with the illusions results in and whether or not Tishe' is able to Dispel more of the magical darkness spells. She is!
Emrys says to the party, "The half-human woman, a prisoner of this place apparently, offers a reward of either power or riches. While the half-orc ranger only asks for our help to protect his domain, and that of his mistress, from destruction. If I had to choose between the two, the request of Axendur sounds the most noble."
Emrys scrutinizes the two figures: items and clothing worn and searches his mind to see if he recalls any lore about them and the names and places they talked about. Perhaps he sees a hint of ancient fashions and styles, hundreds of years out of date.
SO, you are in a circular chamber, 200 ft around. You are at the center, so, 100 ft from the wall. With your current lighting, no one can see the walls or the two doors, except for the two mages with True Seeing. Actions?
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 36 (T 17 FF 26), CMD:42; HP: 227/227 Monday April 8th, 2019 11:21:42 PM
Barratore looks about. So 2 doors and 2 decisions. Barratore also feels more of a pull to the door the half orc speaks of. The fighter asks Lanliss and Edson to investigate the door. “We all agree right?”
Spell effect Darkvision
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 28 (T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 79/103 d20+29=30 ; Tuesday April 9th, 2019 12:11:27 AM
Edson nods to Barratore. " This one" and moves towards the door. He stops for a second, looking back and forth between the doors. " You sure?" . He looks back to the rest of the group looking for more confirmation. If everyone agrees, he checks the door. (Trap Finding 30)
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 136/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) Tuesday April 9th, 2019 5:27:15 AM
Tishe’ considers and nods. “I wonder if this isn’t a magician’s choice; that neither door is a good choice.” She raises her staff of Daylight to shine to the walls as she walks to the center of the room. “Perhaps there are secret doors?”
Once a check for other regresses are made and Emrys has the chance to read the glyphs on the walls, Tishe’ agrees the half-Orcs door just sounds more plausible to her.
Extended Featherfall. All heroes have Featherfall for 340 minutes
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 130/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) Tuesday April 9th, 2019 6:52:13 AM
All this was done to create two choices? Seems a little unnecessary to me since the best choice might be to make no choice, and leave things as they are. If it's not broke, why try and fix it?
Before we even touch either door, we should definitely search for secret doors. On top of that, the walls are graven, and should also be investigated. Perhaps the Tecuri have something to say about all this and left a message.
V will also look at the glyphs on the wall
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 130/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) d20+26=43 ; Tuesday April 9th, 2019 6:53:24 AM
Linguistics 43 to understand/decipher text
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 26 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP: 141/141 Tuesday April 9th, 2019 9:06:49 AM
Lanliss wants to answer to Edson but feel timid but he feels that something doesn't make sense in what is happening as if they are trying to solve unsolvable puzzle. "If we must follow the orc path, which I still do not trust....I have you all to agree on one important Thing !!" Lanliss says more loudly so everybody can hear, he awaits for a second and continues We split the roses or whatever they may between all of us, in case we chose incorrectly the enemy will have to take all of us to get the roses thingies Lanliss than awaits for a nod of understanding from everybody and goes to look for something in the place they are that might lead to a secret door or a lever/trigger of some kind.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 30 (T 16, FF 30, Raged 28), CMD: 38 (41 Raged); HP: 194 (245 raged); DR 4/- (7/- raged) Tuesday April 9th, 2019 10:17:57 AM
Brom doesn't have any answers for the current situation. But, the fire inside says let the being loose. A truly powerful opponent to face makes the hair on his neck tingle with anticipation. So while the group muddles through the decision, he envisions the glorious battle.
Dark vision
Enter ... the PIT (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) Tuesday April 9th, 2019 10:13:52 PM
Barratore looks about. So 2 doors and 2 decisions. Barratore also feels more of a pull to the door the half orc speaks of. The fighter asks Lanliss and Edson to investigate the door. “We all agree right?”
Edson nods to Barratore. "This one" and moves towards the door. He stops for a second, looking back and forth between the doors. "You sure?" He looks back to the rest of the group looking for more confirmation. If everyone agrees, he checks the door.
Tishe’ considers and nods. “I wonder if this isn’t a magician’s choice; that neither door is a good choice.” She raises her staff of Daylight to shine to the walls as she walks to the center of the room. “Perhaps there are secret doors?” Tishe’ agrees the half-Orc’s door just sounds more plausible to her.
Velarin says, “All this was done to create two choices? Seems a little unnecessary to me since the best choice might be to make no choice, and leave things as they are. If it's not broke, why try and fix it? Before we even touch either door, we should definitely search for secret doors. On top of that, the walls are graven, and should also be investigated. Perhaps the Tecuri have something to say about all this and left a message.” V will also look at the glyphs on the wall. Linguistics 43 to understand/decipher text
Lanliss wants to answer to Edson but feel timid and he feels that something doesn't make sense in what is happening as if they are trying to solve unsolvable puzzle. "If we must follow the orc path, which I still do not trust....I have you all to agree on one important Thing !!" Lanliss says more loudly so everybody can hear, he awaits for a second and continues We split the roses or whatever they may between all of us, in case we chose incorrectly the enemy will have to take all of us to get the roses thingies Lanliss then awaits for a nod of understanding from everybody and goes to look for something in the place they are that might lead to a secret door or a lever/trigger of some kind.
Brom doesn't have any answers for the current situation. But, the fire inside says let the being loose. A truly powerful opponent to face makes the hair on his neck tingle with anticipation. So while the group muddles through the decision, he envisions the glorious battle.
The party cautiously debates which door to take. Many of the party want to travel through the door that the half orc suggests. Edson and [b]Velarin wish to search for hidden doors. Velarin wants to read the glyphs on the wall with the help of Tishe’s spell.
However, the glyphs are something special. With the Daylight and no more magic darkness and your reported activities, everyone gets a look at them. That happens BEFORE any door-investigation or glyph-reading. Therefore, ALL PCs Please Make A Will Save vs DC30 and report your roll -- and mention contingent modifiers you have that may or may not apply -- as your complete post!
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. true seeing d20+24=39 ; Tuesday April 9th, 2019 10:28:11 PM
Emrys explains the layout of the chamber and the position of the two doors to the group. Emrys reads glyphs along with Velarin. (Linguistics: 39)
"The clothes of the two illusions are of a fashion that was in style only a few hundred years ago. With so little time having passed, you'd think the names mentioned would be fresh on one's memory. Why would the Teucri, an immensely ancient race long removed from the Wold, have any involvement with people so recent? I feel we are being toyed with. As if this is some kind of game in which we all play a role."
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. true seeing d20+19=24 ; d20+19=37 ; Tuesday April 9th, 2019 10:39:25 PM
(ooc: My first post this evening was meant to happen before the DM Post.)
Will Save DC: 24. +2 vs Enchantments, Immune to Sleep. Screw it, I hate crappy rolls! Hero Point Reroll: 37.
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 136/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) d20+17=22 ; Wednesday April 10th, 2019 5:24:43 AM
As Tishe’ looks at the glyphs on the wall, she feels something pressing against her mind, and she grasps her magical cloak about her body.
Will DC 22
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 28 (T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 79/103 d20+8=10 ; Wednesday April 10th, 2019 11:44:03 AM
Edson just stares right at the runes and doesn't blink for a second. " Whats that say?" He asks...
Will save: 10.. plus usual elf circumstances.
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 26 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP: 141/141 d20+7=20 ; Wednesday April 10th, 2019 11:54:28 AM
Lanliss, with the help of the Daylight spell, looks at the glyphs, not sure what to expect.
Will 20 + elven immunities
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 36 (T 17 FF 26), CMD:42; HP: 227/227 d20+15=27 ; Wednesday April 10th, 2019 12:26:00 PM
Barratore thinks that looking for a 'third way' as Tische and V suggests to be the best thing. Though his skills at such things are awfl he is confident in the rogues and Brom
Will 27, 31 against fear
Spell Effects Darkvision Magic Circle Protection from Evil
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 130/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) d20+18=38 ; d20+18=34 ; Wednesday April 10th, 2019 7:23:53 PM
(Will save 38(double tapped the roll button))
V will still move to look at the walls (as per the previous post) unless something occurs to interrupt that plan
Spells/Effects Contingency: Break enchantment activated when effected by mind effect or body control spells Bless(permanent) elemental wall rounds: See Invisibility: 340 minutes True Seeing: 17 minutes
Enter ... the PIT (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) d100=96 ; d100=28 ; d100=35 ; d100=95 ; d6=5 ; d6=2 ; Wednesday April 10th, 2019 11:19:39 PM
Save Fails: Tishe, Lanliss, Edson, Barratore. Save Passes: Emrys, Velarin, Brom.
Before the illusions popped out, Emrys astutely comments, "The clothes of the two illusions are of a fashion that was in style only a few hundred years ago. With so little time having passed, you'd think the names mentioned would be fresh on one's memory. Why would the Teucri, an immensely ancient race long removed from the Wold, have any involvement with people so recent? I feel we are being toyed with. As if this is some kind of game in which we all play a role."
Emrys attempts to read the glyphs along with Velarin, who also looks at the runes on the wall. Formidable in lore, the two deduce that these runes are part of some complex spells of some sort, somehow related to space and time and extra-dimensional travel. The actual spell can neither be read nor cast without years of study and effort [OOC: consider this to be the equivalent of 10th level spellcasting.]
Tishe, Please Highlight to display spoiler: {you realize that an evil monster has teleported Barratore away and teleported into the spot he had occupied! It is a hairless ogre with orange skin and horns like an elk’s -- it swings at you and misses! Please post your attack on the monster. }
Lanliss, Please Highlight to display spoiler: {you speak, but only nonsense comes out of your mouth. Please do post your words! You can make no other actions this round.}
Edson, Please Highlight to display spoiler: {you speak, but only nonsense comes out of your mouth. Please do post your words! You can make no other actions this round.}
Barratore, Please Highlight to display spoiler: {you realize that an evil monster has teleported Vellarin away and teleported into the spot the caster had occupied! It is a furry medium-sized troll with four arms and fangs like a snake’s. It swings at you and misses! Please post your attack on the monster. }
Brom is not even phased by the odd writings on the runic walls. But he notices that others in his party are certainly acting strangely! [OOC: See posts by your comrades, below, to see what your kindly DM is talking about!]
[OOC: Friends, we are now moving round by round. I’m assuming that everybody is within a five foot step of each other to start. If you want to move, please just give a direction and distance. No need for a map.]
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 36 (T 17 FF 26), CMD:42; HP: 227/227 d20+30=41 ; d20+25=26 ; d20+20=35 ; d20+15=26 ; d20+30=39 ; 2d8+37=49 ; 2d8+37=47 ; 2d8+37=48 ; 2d8+37=42 ; Thursday April 11th, 2019 6:59:57 AM
Barratore shifts to his left so the animated shield blocks the incoming attacks. Drawing his blade and activating his clan torc he strikes back. The warrior is well trained and lands nearly every blow.
PA hit AC 41 / 26 / 35 / 26 / 39. DMG 49 / miss / 47 / 48 / 42
Like the opponents before, this odd troll creature is no match and the fight is over before it began. Barratore looks over to Emrys and Tishe “Do you have a way of getting V back or do we wait for him to teleport back on his own”
Spell effects Darkvision Magic Circle Protection from Evil Haste torc 9/10
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 136/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) d20+24=30 ; d20+24=28 ; Thursday April 11th, 2019 7:02:03 AM
Tishe’ blinks as if a bright light suddenly flashed in the room, and then. “Piggies!”, she shouts, and Defensively casts a Still Resilient Sphere around the monster, then a Defensive Quickened Invisibility spell on herself before retreating across the room to give herself space from the fight!
..... Defensive Cast 30 vs 23 success Extended Resilient Sphere. Reflex DC 24 or trapped in force bubble Defensive Cast 28 vs 19 success
Extended Featherfall. All heroes have Featherfall for 340 minutes Invisible.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. true seeing d12=4 ; d12=7 ; d12=8 ; d12=7 ; d12=9 ; Thursday April 11th, 2019 4:34:09 PM
Emrys sways as he feels a power magical roll over him like a stiff breeze. He goes numb for the briefest of moments, but his will's tenacity fights it off.
Suddenly Barratore takes his weapon and mutilates poor, poor Velarin! "By the gods...!"
Emrys immediately rushes over to Velarin and delivers a Living Touch (witch ability), to the most solid portion of Velarin's carcass that isn't the consistency of hamburger.
(Living Touch on Velarin: same as Breath of Life... empowered by Spiritual Healing. 5d12+17: 4+7+8+7+9+17 = 52 points of health. Returns to life if performed within a round.)
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 130/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) Thursday April 11th, 2019 7:14:31 PM
V stands looking confused as everyone starts acting very oddly. He then for a split second has a look of shock and disbelief on his face as Barratore turns on him and cuts him apart. What's left of his deceased corpse falls to the ground.
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 28 (T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 79/103 Thursday April 11th, 2019 8:56:28 PM
" Chicken, duck... quack, quack is a must... " Edson says as he grabs his mouth. He looks to Barratore. " vegetable... chair.. midnight.... express...." he gasps as he looks to Tishe... pointing at his mouth.. " Tiger, Tornado, Tomato, Trropical, Treat... "
He bangs his hand on the wall with frustration... " Abalone, Road, Alabaster, Feat..." he mutters out to himself.
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 26 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP: 141/141 Thursday April 11th, 2019 9:12:06 PM
(I prefer the second option)
If Lanliss understand that he speaks nonsense. Lanliss looks around him confused, first at Tisha casting a spell and then shouting piggies for some reason. Only to look a moment later at Barratore and what he has done and shouts, "barratore krip dola bild niap? {Barratoe what are you doing?} He seems confused by the fact that he speaks nonsense.
His face expression shows partial madness as he looks at Velarin's body as Emrys (hopefully) tries to 'repair' what is left from Velarin and shouts to Emrys " Emrys Yii esla bin cola!" {Emrys help me too, I speak nonsense }
If Lanliss doesn't understand that he speaks nonesense. Lanliss looks around him confused, first at Tisha casting a spell and then shouting piggies for some reason. Only to look a moment later at Barratore and what he has done and shouts, "barratore krip dola bild niap? {Barratoe what are you doing?}
His face expression shows true disbelief, only to become more maddened. He look at Velarin's body as Emrys (hopefully) tries to 'repair' what is left from Velarin and shouts and screams "Gargula Yii gkaiosdf lkoaaaa !" {Gargul, help us !!}
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. true seeing Thursday April 11th, 2019 10:49:15 PM
As Emrys keeps a literal death grip on Velarin's soul, he looks back in horror and disbelief at the behavior and actions of his friends. "WHAT MADNESS IS THIS!?"
Poor Lanliss' tortured expression is heartbreaking, and it helps him gather his mettle to resolve this unfortunate turn of events. He understands what he must do ... he only needs to survive the next few moments.
Enter ... the PIT (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) d100=1 d100=59 d100=44 d100=100 d6=5 d8=4 d4=4 Thursday April 11th, 2019 11:36:54 PM
Chaos and Confusion reigns amid Insanity!
[OOC: Please respond in your posts IN CHARACTER, based on your CHARACTER’S knowledge. Look for my email. Only post about things your character knows personally or through direct experience.]
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 28 (T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 79/103 d20+22=42 ; d20+22=30 ; d20+17=23 ; d20+12=23 ; d4+6=9 ; d4+6=10 ; d4+6=10 ; d6=2 ; Friday April 12th, 2019 12:26:42 AM
With no time to pull out his long sword, Edson wades in slashing at the creature with his Khukri...
Yelling to Barratore... " Shrimp, cottage emerald ship contact original yard"
Hit ac 42, crit confirmed 29 dmg + 2 flaming damage Missed ac 23 Missed ac 23
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 132/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) Friday April 12th, 2019 5:22:10 AM
Invisible at the edge of the room, Tishe’ tried to sort this all out. Barratorre killing Velarin, Lanliss and Edson speaking in tongues, the monster next to Velarin safely bubbles up, at least for the moment....
She pounds her head, trying to make it all make sense! ......
Extended Featherfall. All heroes have Featherfall for 340 minutes Invisible.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 30 (T 16, FF 30, Raged 28), CMD: 39 (42 Raged); HP: 245 (296 raged); DR 4/- (7/- raged) d20+26=34 ; d20+19=25 ; d20+19=38 ; Friday April 12th, 2019 9:15:13 AM
Brom notices everything but his body refuses to act. Barratore cuts down V. Tishe throws spells and the rogues...he never understood what they do anyway.
Brom moves to intercept Barratore and places himself between V and Barratore. Then with powerful shout intent on calming down the situation he shouts " Everyone back down, NOW!" while channeling his rage into his voice.
Perception DC34, Intimidate DC38
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 30 (T 16, FF 30, Raged 28), CMD: 39 (42 Raged); HP: 245 (296 raged); DR 4/- (7/- raged) Friday April 12th, 2019 9:15:47 AM
Sorry for to mention used hero point.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. true seeing Friday April 12th, 2019 10:42:12 AM
With wide eyes and fearing the worst, Emrys gulps as he watches Brom approach ... not knowing what his intent. Thankfully it's his bark and not his bite.
"This madness has got to stop!" he mutters. He begins to speak words of power, the likes he has never done before. His body begins to glow with divine energies. The energy builds and then bursts sending a wave of light in all directions.
(Emrys is casting Mass Heal on Everyone. Range: 65ft. Everyone heals by 250 points. Everyone is also cured of a long list of conditions, including Confusion and Insanity.)
Emrys appears pale, weak and withered after the spell. The outer layer of his skin seems to have turned to ash as it trickles down to the floor. Then he too begins to heal like the others, returning to normal and looking refreshed.
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 38/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) d20+29=32 ; d20+29=44 ; d20+29=37 ; Friday April 12th, 2019 10:59:24 AM
V returns to consciousness, and looks up at Emrys standing over him. "Thanks Emrys", the wizard says as he looks down at what's left of his body, hoping that most of his insides are still on the inside. V quickly stands up and casts fly upon himself. "You and Brom appear to be normal. I am normal. Barratore, Edson, and Lanliss are definitely not normal. What of Tishe'? This is obviously some sort of spell, and I would guess it's basis is the spell on the walls. I can try a break enchantment spell on all of them, but I'm not sure if it can overpower the Tecuri magic, and it takes a minute to cast."
"Brom! they are effected by some sort of spell. I think you, me, and Emrys are unaffected. Help prevent anyone from killing anyone else in their madness. If anyone needs to take a nap for awhile, help them take a nap!
(Know arcane 32 and spellcraft 44 to determine the spell effect if not insanity)
Spells/Effects Contingency: Break enchantment activated when effected by mind effect or body control spells Bless(permanent) elemental wall rounds: See Invisibility: 340 minutes True Seeing: 17 minutes Fly: 17 minutes
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 36 (T 17 FF 26), CMD:42; HP: 227/227 Friday April 12th, 2019 11:19:09 AM
Barratore cocks his head a bit as the events about him unfold. It looked to be a mess
V was back, but wherever he had disappeared to looks to have killed him, unless whatever Emrys was doing worked. The troll thing was gone, but that could be like the Time Elemental and other extra planar creatures that disappear when destroyed on this plane. Tishe was now gone though, and the fighter hopes she is not in the same place V just was. Lanliss and Edson? He was not sure what to make of that. The strange vibes of this place looks to have gotten to them. Edson might be trying to say something with the pointing at his mouth and all, but. The fighter shrugs off that line of thinking. It was Brom he was more interested in than the rogues. The man was obviously very upset. What gave him pause was that his posture was directed at him.
Barratore had been nearly killed by Brom before. Barratore gently taps forth with his sword and encounters the wall of the sphere and nods. OK he was indeed captured in something and that had to be the source of his inability to hear the group. The dangers he could deal with were done and so now he simply needed to wait for Emrys to finish saving V and take down the barrier. After that, the priority would be to get Tishe back.
Barraoter sighs in relief as Emrys is able to pull V back from the brink. He sheathes his blade and gives a minotaur toothy grin and wave to his friend. He then taps the bubble with a finger and shrugs. V was smart, he should be out in a jiffy
Spell Effects Darkvision Magic Circle Protection from Evil Torc Haste 9/10
Enter ... the PIT (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) d100=14 ; Saturday April 13th, 2019 12:30:08 AM
Edson attacks Lanliss, inflicting 41 damage! He is clearly confused.
Tishe, still invisible, hurts herself. So confused!
Brom tries to intimidate his friends, with mixed to no effect. A few may be a little scared, but that won’t cure confusion. [OOC: In a case where a hero point would not help a situation, I allow you to not have used it. Please save your hero point, good Sir Brom!]
Emrys decides that enough is too much. His Mass Heal removes the confusion from everyone in its area of effect. Whew!
Velarin casts fly on himself just in case and stands up. The caster is totally cured after that Mass Heal, by the way.
Barratore sheathes his weapon, waves, and uses sign language to say that sound does not penetrate the Resiliant Sphere.
Lanliss, free of the confusion and cured of the damage he just took, is not confused any more.
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 136/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) d20+20=27 ; Sunday April 14th, 2019 7:33:57 AM
“Oh! There you all are!”, exclaims the invisible Tishe’, when Emrys’ healing removes her own damage and clears her mind. It doesn’t take her long to put the clues together; “Confusion spell, and a powerful one.”
She dismisses her Invisibility, then cocks her head. “Barratorre is in a force bubble, he may still be affected. I recommend everyone be ready before I remove the spell.” She waits until the others are ready then dismisses the Resilient Sphere. .... Spellcraft 27 Extended Featherfall. All heroes have Featherfall for 340 minutes
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 36 (T 17 FF 26), CMD:42; HP: 227/227 Sunday April 14th, 2019 9:24:33 PM
Edson comes in on Lanliss, and Barratore instinctively steps forward, the barrier stops him and he cringes as the rogues weapons find their marks. Then Emrys, casts another spell and everyone not only seems cured, but they appear to be shaking something off. At least some of them. Perhaps that is how he came into the sphere to begin with. Odd, Barratore leaves his weapon stowed, and resumes the wait. it looked as if Tishe was approaching to do something...
The sphere vanishes, or at least all sound resumes and the fighter assumes the sphere is gone. He grins and gives his horn a tug and looking to those of the arcane arts, "Any insight on what that was all about? Should we still commence the search for secret passages?"
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. true seeing Sunday April 14th, 2019 10:32:07 PM
To answer Barratore, Emrys says, "Our minds were assaulted with magical Insanity ... Confusion. As Tishe had said, the most powerful variety we had ever seen. We will need iron our wills if we are to continue."
Emrys wants to detect if they are still under the effects of the magic and begins to cast Detect Magic, but quickly stops before finishing the incantation.
"I fear to even check your auras at the risk of being overwhelmed by the magic of this place."
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 38/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) Monday April 15th, 2019 11:59:44 AM
The bloody wreck of a mess known as Velarin moves 20' in the air and looks at the others, making sure to keep a good distance from Barratore, and readying a teleport spell in case anyone pulls a bow.
"We should not have come to this place. I am probably the most learned Wizard in many hundreds of miles and this magic is beyond my grasp. It affected most of us, and this is just the entryway. Barratore cut me down without hesitation. Edson attacked Lanliss. It affected Tishe' as well. If not not for Emrys, most of this group would likely be dead now. Thank you again Emrys for bringing me back from the dead. Standing before Gargul once again is not on my bucket list."
"Why are we here? Our own curiosity? There is no threat to the world or the valley that we know of. No one has been here for centuries. The greatest danger posed to the world from this place is us continuing on and unleashing something that we cannot stop. The Sage's will likely seek to come here one way or another, and the word will spread of this places existence, and those less powerful or power hungry will seek it out. We should leave this place and seal it."
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 30 (T 16, FF 30, Raged 28), CMD: 39 (42 Raged); HP: 245 (296 raged); DR 4/- (7/- raged) d20+26=46 ; d20+2=6 ; Monday April 15th, 2019 6:57:18 PM
Brom moves steps between Barratore and the others. "Back up." He says not taking any chances. Spells rarely ends so quickly and the lack of sphere around his friend has put the barbarian on high alert. "Do me a solid and hand me your bug pig sticker there." He say to Barratore. "I like our sparring matches but now is not the time and I don't trust the mind magic is gone."
Perception DC 46
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 26 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP: 100/141 Monday April 15th, 2019 8:18:59 PM
Lanliss feels the pain of the wound, Edson certainly knew where to his as a rogue. He didn't scream but he felt fear of what might happen. So he did, what he thought anyone would. Getting away ( take some distance/5ft) from anybody that might go suddenly berserk and be ready for any surprise that might arise, violence wise (total defense action). Lanliss will watch as things hopefully,will unfold in a happy way.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 36 (T 17 FF 26), CMD:42; HP: 227/227 Monday April 15th, 2019 10:45:15 PM
Barratore looks a bit uncertain at V. They were here for their own curiosity true, but it felt wrong to him to pack it in so easily. Brom catches him a bit off guard, “do what now?” The fighter takes a 5’ step back and considers what he knows for a moment Emrys through a big spell and both he and V say Brom is ok in the head. So Barratore decides he will trust his life to them. Barratore pulls both swords and gives them a mild toss. He also pulls his Efficient Quiver off and tosses it as well
“Emrys, V, Tishe? What can we do to make sure everyone is all right in the head”
Enter ... the PIT (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) d100=73 d8+7=8 Monday April 15th, 2019 11:49:54 PM
Tishe comes to the logical conclusion: A potent Confusion effect! She releases Barratore from the force bubble, but warns that he may still be affected.
Barratore tries to figure out the gist from within the bubble, and in a moment of lucidity after the bubble comes down, tries to figure out how to know if one is still affected.
Emrys fears to detect magic, perhaps wisely, given the beyond-mortal level of power revealed so far.
Velarin too is wary of the power revealed just here in the beginning of the adventure, and suggests that discretion -- and retreat -- and a solid plug for that pit -- is the best way to go.
Lanliss is cautious too -- and backs off.
Brom stands between Barratore and the group in case there is yet to fear from the powerful combatant. He asks Barratore to stand down and disarm.
Barratore nods and disarms. Still, a minotaur naked to the Wold remains a formidable threat ...
... and in fact, Barratore is still confused at his mental core ... as the DM rolls a 73 for his mental state ... and the minotaur bends over to gore himself! Barratore inflicts 8 damage to himself! OOC: Barratore, feel free to RP as you like, but please take no other actions this round other than the self-inflicted wound.
What to do about Barratore? What to do about this eldritch horror of a pit, perhaps better left undisturbed by the likes of you!?!
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 136/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) d20+23=30 ; d20+23=25 ; Tuesday April 16th, 2019 6:20:26 AM
Tishe’s caution is justified when Barratorre attacks himself. She immediately casts a Still Dispel Magic targeting Barratorre to wipe away the magical effect!
... Still Dispel Magic : 30. (d20+CL+5 (Spellweaver)+1(meta Extended Featherfall. All heroes have Featherfall for 340 minutes
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 38/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) d20+15=26 ; Tuesday April 16th, 2019 10:01:09 AM
"The best way to test in this place is to watch and react if someone shows signs of not being in control"
V calls forth a Scroll from his Haversack, and follows Tishe's lead in trying to rid Barratore of the spell.He casts Break Enchantment, which also removes the insanity effects of anyone within 30' of him. (caster level check of 26 VS. DC 11+caster level of effect)
Spells/Effects Contingency: Break enchantment activated when effected by mind effect or body control spells Bless(permanent) elemental wall rounds: See Invisibility: 340 minutes True Seeing: 17 minutes Fly: 17 minutes
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 36 (T 17 FF 26), CMD:42; HP: 218/227 Tuesday April 16th, 2019 4:32:23 PM
Barratore is mid way through a thought about what V is saying makes good sense and all when, by the gods! Some sort of demon spider pushes its way through his forearm and Brom had him kick away his sword! it has been stated before though, that an unarmed minotaur is still a minotaur and so Barratore does what he must and plants a horn through the vile creature. The wound to himself was minor, but necessary.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. true seeing Tuesday April 16th, 2019 9:28:17 PM
Emrys steps away (5-ft step) from Barratore when he starts exhibiting signs of insanity. He wants to give Velarin a chance for his spell to work ... however if it doesn't he prepares to be his back up.
(Preparing an Action: IF Barratore starts to attack others before Velarin can finish casting his spell, THEN Emrys will cast Heal on Barratore, enhanced by the Reach Metamagic Feat, giving it a Close Range instead of Touch. 7th Level spell.)
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 28 (T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 79/103 Tuesday April 16th, 2019 9:44:19 PM
Edson stands close to the casters. If Barratore charged, Brom would be able to hold him off, and Edson wanted to protect the casters incase they need to cast their magic.
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 26 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP: 100/141 Tuesday April 16th, 2019 9:48:27 PM
Lanliss doesn't move but looks at the spell casters of the party trying to help Barratore from whatever it is that causing him to hurt himself badly.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 30 (T 16, FF 30, Raged 28), CMD: 39 (42 Raged); HP: 245 (296 raged); DR 4/- (7/- raged) Tuesday April 16th, 2019 11:19:58 PM
Brom's intuition was right and Barratore injured himself. What to do? Brom could try and restrain Barratore but he's not sure he could do it. For now he needed to protect the casters. Unless Barratore started to seriously injure himself he would maintain his position.
Enter ... the PIT (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) d100=5 Tuesday April 16th, 2019 11:47:26 PM
Barratore is mid-way through a thought about what V is saying makes good sense and all when, by the gods! Some sort of demon spider pushes its way through his forearm and Brom had him kick away his sword! it has been stated before though, that an unarmed minotaur is still a minotaur and so Barratore does what he must and plants a horn through the vile creature. The wound to himself was minor, but necessary.
Tishe’s caution is justified when Barratorre attacks himself. She immediately casts a Still Dispel Magic targeting Barratorre to wipe away the magical effect -- and after casting, Barratore acts normally! Yay!
"The best way to test in this place is to watch and react if someone shows signs of not being in control" Velarin calls forth a Scroll from his Haversack, and follows Tishe's lead in trying to rid Barratore of the spell. He casts Break Enchantment -- and since Barratore acts normally immediately thereafter, all is well.
Emrys steps away (5-ft step) from Barratore when he starts exhibiting signs of insanity. He wants to give Velarin a chance for his spell to work ... however if it doesn't he prepares to be his back up.
Edson stands close to the casters. If Barratore charged, Brom would be able to hold him off, and Edson wanted to protect the casters in case they need to cast their magic.
Lanlisss doesn't move but looks at the spell casters of the party trying to help Barratore from whatever it is that causing him to hurt himself badly.
Brom maintains his postion.
Verbal Map: Barratore stands apart. Five ft away are Emrys and Brom. Next is Edson. Finally, Lanliss with Tishe and Velarin.
This round, Barratore only: Highlight to display spoiler: {Please act normally.}
OOC: We’re still round by round seeing as Barratore is a walking death machine whether enchanted or not.
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 38/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) Wednesday April 17th, 2019 9:52:50 AM
V holds his position 20' in the air, watching the group members for signs of insanity.
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 136/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) d20+20=36 ; d20+22=41 ; Wednesday April 17th, 2019 3:46:55 PM
Tishe’ holds her position, watching the group members for signs of insanity.
The Spellweaver Readies a Dispel magic to cast on the first Keeper who attacks themselves or someone else. ....... Perception 36 Readies Dispel. 41
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 28 (T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 79/103 Wednesday April 17th, 2019 7:38:50 PM
Edson is still unsure. He looks from Barratore to the spellcasters, unsure of what to do. He raises his eyebrows to Tishe, as if asking " Whats next"
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 38/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) Wednesday April 17th, 2019 9:41:20 PM
Barratore straightens abruptly and looks about at the group. With a large breath Barratore gives a nod to Brom and moves to go retrieve his weapons. "I feel free of the cloud that came over me and it would look like I was the last one."
"V you spoke of leaving. Yes we are here of our own curiosity and well perhaps our opening was not the best, but i think we should push on. Try to learn of the great power here, perhaps return to the Wold with greater secrets that can be of help to all."
Spell effects Darkvision Magic Circle Protection from Evil Torc Haste 9/10
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. true seeing Wednesday April 17th, 2019 10:13:56 PM
Emrys still isnt sure what to think. He knows the darkness that occupies soul. He understands the effects of insanity and the potential for chaos to tip the fragile balance. He doesn't trust this place, and at the moment he doesn't trust his friends like he did before they entered this place. Knowing the great power of those present doesn't give him security like it once did ... in fact, quite the opposite.
He wants to cast Heal upon his friend Barratore, so badly, but he doesn't wish to reveal his distrust. He instead decides to casually stroll away from the minotaur as if something over there caught his attention. However he prepares an act of self-preservation.
(Prepare an action. IF Barratore attacks, Emrys will then cast Antilife Shell on himself)
Enter ... the PIT (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) d100=11 ; d100=49 ; Wednesday April 17th, 2019 11:55:22 PM
Barratore nods to Brom and picks up his weapons. "I feel free of the cloud that came over me."
Velarin holds his position 20' in the air, watching the group members for signs of insanity
Tishe’ holds her position, also watching for signs of insanity. The Spellweaver readies a Dispel magic to cast on the first Keeper who attacks themselves or someone else.
Edson is unsure and waits
Emrys is wary, walks a bit away, and readies the casting of an Antilife Shell.
Brom and Lanliss just watch.
The group waits, and ... Barratore acts normally, then babbles ... that’s two rounds, and it is clear to all that he alone is still affected. At any moment he may attack ...
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 38/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) Thursday April 18th, 2019 7:16:08 AM
Once Barratore starts to babble, V moves 10' higher and 10' farther from Barratore.
"You got him covered Brom? You are the only one that can withstand his full attacks."
"Emrys, do you have another heal spell available? It worked on everyone who wasn't surrounded by a force bubble. I think it was the resilient sphere that prevented it from working on Barratore."
V will then wait to see the results
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 136/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) d20+10=29 ; Thursday April 18th, 2019 7:49:09 AM
Tishe' thumps her head. "Of course! Insanity is an 'Instant' Spell, there is no magic on Sieur Barratorre for me to dispel! Only Greater restoration, heal, limited wish, miracle, or wish can restore him!"
"Sieur Emrys, you can Heal, please take care of our Minotaur."
The Spellweaver Readies Another Resilient Sphere if Barratorre tried to attack anyone, just to give the rest of the party a chance to discuss 'next moves' to restore Barratorre's sanity. ..... Know Arcana 29 Ready Resilient Sphere. Reflex DC 22 or captured
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. true seeing Thursday April 18th, 2019 10:17:22 AM
The babbling confirms his suspicions. He gives a nod to both Velarin and Tishe and casts a Heal spell on Barratore. If he has the movement to get to him, he will deliver the touch himself ... otherwise he will use witchcraft hackery (metamagic).
(Casting Heal on Barratore, enhanced by the Reach Spell metamagic feat, if required. Heals 150 points and cures confusion and insanity conditions.)
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 30 (T 16, FF 30, Raged 28), CMD: 39 (42 Raged); HP: 245 (296 raged); DR 4/- (7/- raged) Thursday April 18th, 2019 4:14:13 PM
"I got him." He says. "Just make sure ya handle whatever messin' with his mind."
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 36 (T 17 FF 26), CMD:42; HP: 218/227 Thursday April 18th, 2019 10:46:48 PM
Barrat Stands about for a bit and then hopefully thanks to Emrys, is returned to a normal state
Darkvision Torc haste 9/10
Enter ... the PIT (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) Thursday April 18th, 2019 11:04:45 PM
Once Barratore starts to babble, Velarin moves 10' higher and 10' farther from Barratore. "You got him covered Brom? You are the only one that can withstand his full attacks," V asks. "Emrys, do you have another heal spell available? It worked on everyone who wasn't surrounded by a force bubble. I think it was the resilient sphere that prevented it from working on Barratore."
Tishe' thumps her head. "Of course! Insanity is an 'Instant' Spell, there is no magic on Sieur Barratorre for me to dispel! Only greater restoration, heal, limited wish, miracle, or wish can restore him! ... Sieur Emrys, you can Heal, please take care of our Minotaur." The Spellweaver Readies Another Resilient Sphere if Barratorre tried to attack anyone, just in case.
The babbling confirms his suspicions. Emyrs gives a nod to both Velarin and Tishe and casts a Heal spell on Barratore. If he has the movement to get to him, he will deliver the touch himself ... otherwise he will use witchcraft hackery (metamagic).
(Casting Heal on Barratore, enhanced by the Reach Spell metamagic feat, if required. Heals 150 points and cures confusion and insanity conditions.)
"I got him." Brom says. "Just make sure ya handle whatever messin' with his mind."
At last! Barratore's mind, damaged by the merest glimpse of the potent runes on the wall, is restored to health.
You have two doors -- the half-elf's door, and the half-orc's door.
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 28 (T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 79/103 Thursday April 18th, 2019 11:17:38 PM
Once its acknowledged that Barratore is okay, Edson moves up to the minotaur... " This close Barry" the elf says, holding his thumb and finger an inch apart. " This close to me having to take you out. "
Edson moves to the doors... " pick one... ".
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 36 (T 17 FF 26), CMD:42; HP: 227/227 Friday April 19th, 2019 9:36:38 AM
Barratore exhales, that was not a pleasant experience. Like watching someone else in control and being locked in a trunk. But that was the point of having a clan, picking each other up. "Thanks Emrys."
Barratore is still game to continue and the Half Orc's door was the last thing he remembered the group wanting to investigate further.
Giving a slight smile to Edson and a pat on the shoulder, "I appreciate your restraint my friend, you're truly a role model in stressful situations. Now what can you tell us about these doors?"
Barratore settles in for the few moments that it will take Lanliss and Edson to make their magic happen
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 136/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) Friday April 19th, 2019 11:19:04 AM
Tishe’ sighs, relaxing, then focuses on the half-orc’s door. “The half-Orc provides more justification, while the elf said ‘just do it’. I’m not a Winged Victory to move at another’s imperious gesture, so I think we go to the half-orc’s door.”
She pauses in thought and then declares, “and if we’re wrong, we then go through the elf’s door and make things right!”
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 26 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP: 100/141 Friday April 19th, 2019 11:33:44 AM
Lanliss shakes his head, Looks at Barratore and get near him for a few moments. "So now you are ok....." ,"No more insanity", Lanliss then proceeds to move near Edson and says in halfling "that was a really crazy stuff going on, wasnt it ?" Lanliss than sighs as he tries to think about what just happened. "Just relax, everything is ok now", He thinks to himself and he then asks loudly the whole group the following question ""Anyone knows what just happened and why?" "What was the creator's intention by 'granting' us, this craziness?"
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 130/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) d20+29=44 ; d20+29=47 ; d20+22=23 ; d20+22=35 ; d20+24=29 ; d20+26=45 ; Friday April 19th, 2019 7:47:06 PM
V stays airborne. "Ah yes the doors Barratore. I was about 30' from one when you killed me, and about 40' from the other when you killed me. Since you were insane at the time, you can just buy the first round when we get back. and perhaps a new set of clothes. These appear to have sword slices and blood all over them. but I digress...."
"Once again I ask, what is the upside of entering either door. If we pick the wrong one, terrible things could happen, and if we pick neither, things will likely remain as they are and have been for centuries. Currently I'm only seeing a downside to doing anything. Let us discuss this before touching either door, and I shall search my memories for any useful information."
V would like to knowledge check the names Kelsandria and Maegos given by the images as well as Brealla the Bold and Axendur. (know arcane 44(double click on 47 and 35. I need a new mouse) religion 23, history 29, planes 45)
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 30 (T 16, FF 30, Raged 28), CMD: 39 (42 Raged); HP: 245 (296 raged); DR 4/- (7/- raged) Friday April 19th, 2019 9:44:33 PM
"Glad ta see ya back to yurself." Brom says to Barratore. Brom waits for the door to be picked and opened.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. true seeing Friday April 19th, 2019 10:31:48 PM
"You're very welcome, Barratore. Good to have you back. I was beginning to get somewhat concerned," he says dismissing the severity of the event. "Especially after you cleaved Velarin in two. I thought that was a slight overreaction... at first ... to his mispronunciation of the Tecuri script."
Enter ... the PIT (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) Saturday April 20th, 2019 7:58:04 AM
Once it’s acknowledged that Barratore is okay, Edson moves up to the minotaur ... "This close, Barry," the elf says, holding his thumb and finger an inch apart. "This close to me having to take you out." Edson moves to the doors. “Pick one ... "
[OOC: Note that the doors are on opposite sides of the chamber, 200 ft apart.]
Barratore exhales -- that was not a pleasant experience. Like watching someone else in control and being locked in a trunk. But that was the point of having a clan, picking each other up. "Thanks Emrys." Barratore is still game to continue and the Half Orc's door was the last thing he remembered the group wanting to investigate further. Giving a slight smile to Edson and a pat on the shoulder, "I appreciate your restraint my friend, you're truly a role model in stressful situations. Now what can you tell us about these doors?"
Tishe’ sighs, relaxing, then focuses on the half-orc’s door. “The half-Orc provides more justification, while the elf said ‘just do it’. I’m not a Winged Victory to move at another’s imperious gesture, so I think we go to the half-orc’s door.” She pauses in thought and then declares, “and if we’re wrong, we then go through the elf’s door and make things right!”
Lanliss shakes his head, looks at Barratore, and gets near him for a few moments. "So now you are ok ... No more insanity." Lanliss then proceeds to move near Edson and says in halfling "that was a really crazy stuff going on, wasnt it ?"
Lanliss then sighs as he tries to think about what just happened. "Just relax, everything is ok now", He thinks to himself and he then asks loudly the whole group the following question ""Anyone knows what just happened and why?" "What was the creator's intention by 'granting' us, this craziness?"
Velarin is uncertain ... "Once again I ask, what is the upside of entering either door? If we pick the wrong one, terrible things could happen, and if we pick neither, things will likely remain as they are and have been for centuries. Currently I'm only seeing a downside to doing anything. Let us discuss this before touching either door, and I shall search my memories for any useful information." V thinks about the names Kelsandria and Maegos given by the images as well as Brealla the Bold and Axendur. (know arcane 44, religion 23, history 29, planes 45)
Velarin seems to recall, after deep thought, rumors of powerful (20th level) mages in the second age known as Kelsandria and Maegos, partners, maybe, who were shy and retiring. Perhaps others have taken their names in this fifth age?
Brom and Emrys are glad to see Barratore back, and have not given much thought to the dilemma of the doors.
[OOC: It’s been 14 posts since you entered, and I’ll assume that we spend two combat rounds per post on average. Call it three minutes since entering. Please mark off durations as appropriate. AS FOR DECISIONS ... We have two for the half-orc, one for retreat, and others with no clear preference. Your kindly DM wants at least 3-4 of you to agree. Here is a reminder.]
As you stand deciding, you might recall the words of the illusions.
Brealla the half orc urges you to enter the door opposite her. She urges you to pass through into a seemingly tranquil realm, defeat the deceiver Kelsandria, and return with three roses. Bring them to the door behind her.
Axendur the half elf urges you to enter the door opposite him, to the blasted realm of Maegos, and retrieve cruel Maegos’s armor. Then return and enter the door behind him.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 36 (T 17 FF 26), CMD:42; HP: 227/227 Monday April 22nd, 2019 10:00:11 AM
Barratore thinks for a bit on what V is saying and finds that he cant really argue with it. The wizard was right. The best choice is neither door and apply the considerable resources of the group to bring down the mountain and seal this whole thing away.
"Seal up, disguise and otherwise make the obelisk untouchable and no one else, whether they figure out the runes or not will ever be able to open the portal and come down here. I think we could render the route to this area unobtainable by others. Another possibility is to enter either door, but not be errand boys. Us going in to investigate does not compel us to deliver the armor or roses."
"On which direction we should go first, if indeed we continue for our own curiosity, now that i have thought about it a bit more. The blasted realm of Maegos sounds far more fun."
Spells Darkvision Torc Haste 9/10
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 130/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) Monday April 22nd, 2019 10:17:53 AM
"I seem to remember rumors of powerful (20th level) mages in the second age known as Kelsandria and Maegos, partners, maybe, who were shy and retiring. Perhaps others have taken their names in this fifth age? Perhaps not."
"True Barratore, I suppose we don't have to deliver anything unless we are absolutely sure of the consequences, and there is the possibility that some threat does exist from this place. I suppose it's even possible that whatever creates the distrust above emanates from here."
"If we are going to investigate one door, then logic dictates that we will need to check the other after, but for the sake of a decision, Brom and Barratore are going to want to go to the blasted realm, so we might as well go there first."
Spells/Effects Contingency: Break enchantment activated when affected by mind effect or body control spells Bless(permanent) See Invisibility: 337 minutes True Seeing: 14 minutes Fly: 14 minutes
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 136/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) Monday April 22nd, 2019 12:20:08 PM
Tishe’ shakes her head. “If the Teucri artifacts survived the Cataclysm, I doubt we could do anything to permanently ensure no one could use this place. I am sure we need to move on. And if what Sieur Velarin says is true, that these may be Wizards of the Second Age that have both somehow holid themselves for so long... Well, we need to ensure it is no threat to the Wold.”
The Spellweaver changes her mind and agrees with Velarin and Barratorre. “Blasted lands it is!”
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 30 (T 16, FF 30, Raged 28), CMD: 39 (42 Raged); HP: 245 (296 raged); DR 4/- (7/- raged) Monday April 22nd, 2019 1:14:49 PM
The group knows the bash brothers so well. Brom gets ready to head into the blasted lands. "Alright Barratore try not to get charmed this time." He says poking fun at his friend.
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 28 (T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 79/103 d20+29=46 ; Monday April 22nd, 2019 3:29:32 PM
" Blasted lands? That the choice?" Edson asks... If tahts the consesus, the elf looks real quick at that door, looks back for cofirmation and opens the door across from Axendur.
Trapfinding 46
Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 26 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP: 100/141 Monday April 22nd, 2019 6:10:08 PM
Lanliss goes ahead with the keepers. "Whatever happens we can't just seal this place and hope no one else will give up on discovering and using this place like us" Lanliss says. He than proceeds to go near the door.
The Door Into HEAT (DM Cayzle & DM Michael) Monday April 22nd, 2019 8:55:41 PM
Barratore thinks for a bit on what V is saying and finds that he cant really argue with it. The wizard was right. The best choice is neither door and apply the considerable resources of the group to bring down the mountain and seal this whole thing away. "Seal up, disguise and otherwise make the obelisk untouchable and no one else, whether they figure out the runes or not will ever be able to open the portal and come down here. I think we could render the route to this area unobtainable by others. Another possibility is to enter either door, but not be errand boys. Us going in to investigate does not compel us to deliver the armor or roses." "On which direction we should go first, if indeed we continue for our own curiosity, now that i have thought about it a bit more. The blasted realm of Maegos sounds far more fun."
Velarin says, "I seem to remember rumors of powerful (20th level) mages in the second age known as Kelsandria and Maegos, partners, maybe, who were shy and retiring. Perhaps others have taken their names in this fifth age? Perhaps not." "True Barratore, I suppose we don't have to deliver anything unless we are absolutely sure of the consequences, and there is the possibility that some threat does exist from this place. I suppose it's even possible that whatever creates the distrust above emanates from here." "If we are going to investigate one door, then logic dictates that we will need to check the other after, but for the sake of a decision, Brom and Barratore are going to want to go to the blasted realm, so we might as well go there first."
Tishe’ shakes her head. “If the Teucri artifacts survived the Cataclysm, I doubt we could do anything to permanently ensure no one could use this place. I am sure we need to move on. And if what Sieur Velarin says is true, that these may be Wizards of the Second Age that have both somehow holid themselves for so long... Well, we need to ensure it is no threat to the Wold.” The Spellweaver changes her mind and agrees with Velarin and Barratorre. “Blasted lands it is!”
The group knows the bash brothers so well. Brom gets ready to head into the blasted lands. "Alright Barratore try not to get charmed this time." He says poking fun at his friend. Blasted lands? That the choice?" Edson asks... If that’s the consensus, the elf looks real quick at that door, looks back for confirmation and opens the door across from Axendur.
Lanliss goes ahead with the keepers. "Whatever happens if we can't just seal this place and hope no one else will give up on discovering and using this place like us" Lanliss says. He then proceeds to go near the door.
The party decides to open the door to Maegos’s Realm. It opens easily, abd it is like opening an oven. The heat coming off the thing makes your eyes water. You get the idea of a flat dimly lit land beyond, but with the heat rising and the wavy air, it is hard to see more than that.
The door is open. You have yet to step through.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. true seeing Monday April 22nd, 2019 10:57:29 PM
"Then it is decided. The roots of Culverwood run deep and wide, within their coil, we shall abide," he says in a serious tone.
"I will do my best to keep you from the Shadow's embrace. Please try not to make my task too difficult. We can learn much from this place ... but death teaches only one lesson!"
AC 22/ T22/ F20 CMD20. HP 136/136 Tishe’ (SteveK) d20+20=37 ; Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 5:19:31 AM
The heat blasts through the door, and Tishe’ braces against it. “Feels like home on the Sargrass”, she notes, “but I doubt the Blasted Lands will be as lush as the Grasses when I went Walker. “ she pauses then announces, “I have Endure Elements spells for anyone who wishes extra protection from the heat “
Tishe’ casts an Endure Elements Spell on all others who want one, then walks through the door. She keeps her senses on alert and goes through in a defensive crouch just in case.
..... Endure Elements. 24 hours; exist comfortably between -50 and 140 without Fort saves Perception 37 Defensive Combat +3 AC
Velarin Xilontheel(Chris J), AC 17(FF 14), hp 130/130, extended mage armor(24 hrs) Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 8:27:46 AM
V casts an endure elements upon himself, saving Tishe' a spell. He will follow in after Brom and Barratore.
Spells/Effects Contingency: Break enchantment activated when affected by mind effect or body control spells Bless(permanent) Endure Elements: 24 hours See Invisibility: 337 minutes True Seeing: 14 minutes Fly: 14 minutes
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 36 (T 17 FF 26), CMD:42; HP: 227/227 Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 9:28:09 AM
Barratore squints into the heat as it rolls from the door. He chuckles and looks back at V. "Of course the land beyond is full of fire."
He nods to Tishe, "Endure Elements seems a good idea." He then gives a confirming look to Edson and Lanliss that the entryway contains no traps and with that affirmed, crosses into the oven.
Barratore has his shield animated before him and weapons away so that he can just as easily use his bow or blade depending on what is presented.
Spells: Darkvision Endure Elements Torc Haste 9/10
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. true seeing Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 11:50:14 AM
Emrys puts a hand up to guard his eyes from the sudden burst of light and heat from the open door. The heat feels pleasant for about 2 seconds before it starts to feel unpleasant. He immediately casts a spell on himself to allow him to adapt to such conditions (Saving Tishe's spell slot).
(Casting Rose's Temperature Control on Emrys. Target: Self. Duration: 25 hours. Mimics Endure Elements spell plus grants several other temperature-based abilities.)
"Daemon, is this heat invigorating for you?" If not, he will share this ward with you. The viper answers ... (DM, is this environment agreeable with a reptile, such as a viper.)
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac19 hp109/109. rituals: Warding, Spiritual Healing, Bless. Rose's Temp Control. Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 11:51:58 AM
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Lanliss Drakeguard Michael A; AC: 26 (T 19, FF 18), CMD:31 HP: 100/141 Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 8:58:43 PM
Lanliss feels the wave of heat hitting him. Sweat and lots of it. His mouth drying a tiny bit. "If we stay here for a long time I won't be able to fight let alone stand in this hot place", Lanliss says loudly. "Tishe !", " Would you please help me with this heat", Lanliss says with a tone of weakness. "I don't want to risk it being incapacitated before all the action begins "
Edson Kazil - Shawn R; AC: 28 (T 21, FF 20), CMD: 24 HP: 79/103 Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 11:00:59 PM
" Heat dont bother me, unless we're on fire. " Edson jokes. " You have my back?" He asks Barratore before heading through the door.
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