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.
"So, how would you be able to help us then?"
Used: Spells: endure elements x2
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Saturday April 13th, 2019 12:56:43 PM
"The organization that we work for is low on funds," Pru says. She tries to keep her eyes from straying to the treasure chests, and mostly succeeds. "There may be other factors that sent us here, specifically, but that was a primary concern."
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 Sunday April 14th, 2019 5:50:23 PM
.,,, and Pompous watches but says nothing......
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Sunday April 14th, 2019 7:35:31 PM
Nikolai figures that since this creature has such great magic, and can conjure up magical food, he could probably conjure up treasure using magic, that after a while would dissipate. That is, the treasure could be an illusion. Or it could be real, if the tiger-creature plunders at will.
Nikolai explains. "Our task is to raise funds for our organization. As you see, we wear uniforms. We are not a ragtag band of pillagers and robbers. We WORK for the funds we need. I hardly think there is much you can do for us if it will cost us money, since we came here looking for work ourselves. When we were brought to your realm, we believed it was because there was work to be done here that would earn us a good pay. The giantess' attack on us was totally unprovoked and since you are well aware of what goes on in your realm, you know we tried several times to talk but they ignored us and tried to kill us. Was this by your command or was it by their own initiative out of fear? We certainly don't want to hang around where we are not wanted."
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 d20+33=37 ; Sunday April 14th, 2019 11:08:47 PM
Anna remains riding on Sigvar's shoulder, preening her feathers. She figures this thing knows of her true form but maybe she can catch him off guard if she does a really convincing bird act.
Disguise: 37
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 Monday April 15th, 2019 1:21:25 AM Ah see, sure you can get all the stuff you need. but you also said that it's hard to find good help. If you can arrange things in such a way that your subjects are happy, then you don't have to search for subjects, they come to you! l mean sure it's fun to lord over your subject with fear, but the summary executions cost manpower and it's pain to keep up the surveillance needed to keep them all from running away. If you can make them feel as if they have a bit of agency in their lives, and that they matter more than just being a warm body, Hell, that and 3 hot's and a cot, then you got qualified people running out your ears.
Michael bases his statement on the Mailed Fist model, while not exactly hard-nosed selective in their hiring process, the training and work are hard. Most armies with comparable training routines have a 25% drop out rate, The Fist's rate has been 10% almost since it's inception. Michael remembers well the lecture that Commander Swain gave on it in her "History and Moral Philosophy" Class several years back. Merina, said that our drop out was so low because we drew in better recruits than most other armies, we do this because we are an elite regiment and we pay well. so the slackers tend to shy away and only the best and brightest have the balls to apply.
Belly of the Beast Monday April 15th, 2019 2:57:19 PM I must admit that some of that initial fighting was to test your mettle. I could use a competent mercenary outfit on the outside. For little things that my little family here can't handle. And I assure you, my gold is as good as it comes.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Monday April 15th, 2019 6:59:17 PM " Thing is, we have morals. We won't just kill whomever you point at for gold/ If you can match our morals to your tasks, then maybe we could work with you." Sigvar feels dirty saying this. The being is evilbut the Fist, his family, needs the help.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Monday April 15th, 2019 9:58:20 PM What kind of 'little things' di you have in mind?
Used: Spells: endure elements x2
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Monday April 15th, 2019 10:32:59 PM
"We probably couldn't commit to anything long-term," Pru adds. "We have an obligation to our unit and our commanders. But if the jobs you have really are 'little,' then we may be able to help each other out."
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 Monday April 15th, 2019 10:52:05 PM
Anna-bird continues to preen. Letting the other agents drive the conversation.
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 Monday April 15th, 2019 11:20:55 PM hmmm..could be a gig. Michael thinks to himself.
Well, Lord, We are the best Mercenary outfit on two continents. We have a reputation for getting the job done. We also only take contracts that are above board and we do not deal in Progroms, genocide, the slaughter of innocents, rape or pillaging. our word is our bond and once a contract is signed we stick to it. That being said we are hard-nosed selective in the contracts we take. Detail you need to us and let us see if we can do business.
with that Michael gets out his journal and a quill and ink, taking notes as the tiger-headed, reverse handed dude speaks.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Tuesday April 16th, 2019 1:03:47 AM "Interesting that you voluntarily have some of your subjects killed just to see how good we are. I'm pretty sure it was not appreciated on their end. This problem must not be all that little if you were willing to throw away the lives of these giant servants to see how well we faire. You willing to do that with your own subjects leads us to wander how we would be treated once we get your dirty work done.
Yes, we could use some gold, but we aren't desperate enough to take on anything that would destroy our reputation either. Our reputation is what allows us to command such high pay for our work. If we sully that on some immoral purpose of yours, we loose more than we could gain from you.
Just saying," Nikolai states.
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 Tuesday April 16th, 2019 6:31:36 AM
More quietness and observations from the ranger....
Belly of the Beast Tuesday April 16th, 2019 4:46:18 PM I well know of the problems you being concerned with morals tend to face. Don't fret yourselves. If you must be pointed towards 'evil', be assured my target is as evil as I. And also somewhat less inclined to honour bargains.
You see, we have somewhat of an unfriendly rivalry going. We both have safeguards that prevent us from attacking each other directly. But should I employ an outside agency, I an infiltration could be possible and with some luck, you could remove him.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Tuesday April 16th, 2019 9:05:32 PM So, you want us to take out your rival? Who is he?
Used: Spells: endure elements x2
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 Tuesday April 16th, 2019 10:03:57 PM
Anna-bird perks up at the mention of an infiltration. Depending on what kind of minions the rival employs she may be able to catch him off guard by disguising herself as one of them.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Tuesday April 16th, 2019 10:27:28 PM
Pru smiles her most winning smile. "But what if he tries to hire us to eliminate you?" she asks. Not that she would take such a contract. But she's interested in the "master's" reaction.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Wednesday April 17th, 2019 1:04:25 AM "Better still, why not pay us to keep the status quo? Rather than pay us to defeat him, pay us not to defeat you. He can pay us not to defeat him. That way you won't need to worry about him out-paying you to defeat you instead. We see no benefit in allowing one Evil be the dominate one. Two Evils at least keep each other in balance. Helping one Evil is still Helping evil, even if it is to defeat another Evil. You both pay us to leave each alone and our reputation remains intact. Everyone wins." Nikolai crosses his arms and grins.
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 Wednesday April 17th, 2019 1:43:43 AM Well that is an option, but how about this, if we get rid of the rival gang, could you perhaps ease up on your minion, maybe start treating them better so that they are so scared of you that they can't think straight. then you could start getting more qualified folk in here to work for you. Now that's win win right there.
I figure 5000gp/day per troop involved, that's seven of us so 35,000gp/day, a bond put up for resurrection services in case of the death of one or more troops. Additional charges accrued for healing magic and other spell uses use standard pay rates...I've got a list here somewhere... Michael searches through his backpack for his Fist manual. All loot remains the property of the Mailed Fist unless items or other valuables are claimed beforehand by the principal. and written into the contract. redefining the mission before the mission is completed invokes an automatic 2.5 x multiplier to all agreed on pay items.
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 Wednesday April 17th, 2019 6:23:19 AM
Pompous pipes in. " and a void clause if the other party isn't evil.... "
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Wednesday April 17th, 2019 6:37:36 PM
All of these contracts and clauses still help one evil or more. Sigvar stays silent and tries very hard to determine Gargul's path for him through this contract.
OOC If Sigvar slides to evil and loses his paladin abilities, we aren't able to defeat any of these guys. Sigvar uses a hero point to turn his gaze into his own morality and belief in Gargul to find a path through this negotiation that allows him to remain a good paladin.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Wednesday April 17th, 2019 8:08:46 PM
Trayvin stands next to Sigvar and gives him a reassuring nudge with his elbow. He knows how tough this situation must be on him. There will be time to debate the morals later, for now the Agents must see what the negotiation brings.
Used: Spells: endure elements x2
Belly of the Beast Wednesday April 17th, 2019 8:23:34 PM
So far as Sigvar can tell, destroying one evil, even at the behest of another, will not cause him to fall. It is a dilemma, but not an insurmountable one.
When presented with so many alternative scenarios, it seems you are testing the Rakshasa's patience.
I care not a whit what you think of how I treat my minions. And I believe your minions have already told you that I will adhere to a contract, once made. I would expect the same from you, who claim to be honorable.
In terms of payment, I will give you one of these chests, and you will be happy for it. You will of course be able to keep all that you find in my enemy's camp, and while he is not as rich as I, he does quite enjoy his shiny things.
As I see it, I'm doing you a favour by even offering this deal at all. I could just dispose of you all and be rid of the nuisance. But for now, I'm still more annoyed by my devilish adversary. That should be assurance enough of his nature.
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 Wednesday April 17th, 2019 9:46:20 PM
Michael thinks of a reply, eager to get the gold and fight a devil. but then he thinks of Sigvar and keeps his mouth shut. This is a moral quandary, is it evil to help evil kill evil? Michael does not think so, but then again Michael knows he isn't the most morally centered person. but to his mind if you have 2 evils, and you kill one that leaves 1 evil...even if the 1 evil becomes more powerful, it's still less net evil than there was before, so good has been done. Paladins are weird though, so it's prolly best if the team rogue does not get into the argument.
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 Wednesday April 17th, 2019 10:19:27 PM
Anna-bird says to her companions (She can only communicate with humanoids, fey, plants and animals while beast shaped), "Ask him what type of minions this devilish adversary of his employs, if you think we are taking this deal. I will defer to the rest of you on this insofar as I can tell I do not think accepting the offer will cause me to lose favor with Queen Ma'ab or her Consort Lord Eberyon from which I get the majority of my abilities unless of course this devil keeps in his court some fey in which case I may have a conflict of interest where we may have to treat differently with the fey minions versus the devil and the rest."
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Wednesday April 17th, 2019 11:01:05 PM
Pru nods at Anna's question. "Where would we find this adversary?" she asks. "And what sort of defenses does he have? Does he have minions of his own? What about traps?"
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Thursday April 18th, 2019 12:59:57 AM 'Well, he gave a clue as to who his enemy was,' Nikolai ponders. 'Somewhere in any contract we make there will have to be a clause of Safe Passage Home. Otherwise once we are paid, what's to keep him from trying to kill us again and get his money back?'
"That you don't care a whit about your minions you made quite clear.' He turns to the giants standing guard and says, "You heard it straight from your leader. He cares nothing about your lives and thinks you actually like it that way. Right now what little value you are to him is due to the fact that he has an enemy. Once that enemy is gone, there's no stopping the abuse he'll lay on you and expect you to thoroughly enjoy it. Tsk, Tsk. "
Nikolai turns back to the creature on the throne, "You call us a nuisance but the reality is YOU are the nuisance. We came in peace, meaning no harm to anyone, and you created a conflict where there was no need of one. Your minions are smart enough to know WE aren't the nuisance around here. But, even so you are the real problem here, preventing those here to live happy independent lives, considering what you would gain in the long term from the removal of your rival, one chest seems paltry. You would gain an extension of your kingdom, a increase of minions to abuse, whatever goods come from all that, without any competition. But in any case, we don't make agreements without knowing who we are to fight and the merit thereof. If defeating one Evil means an unbearable life for those under the other Evil's tyranny, then it isn't worth it and the place is better off with two rivals. At least your minions would know you can't waste them nilly-willy because you actually need them."
Nikolai has no real problem taking pay from an Evil client if it changes the balance of Good versus Evil towards Good, but he won't make a deal that simply increases the power of an Evil client and does nothing to further Good.
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 Thursday April 18th, 2019 6:26:36 AM
Pompous feels a wave of fear and excitement at hearing the party making deals with this creature. But at the end of the day, this is what he signed up for.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Thursday April 18th, 2019 6:36:30 AM
Sigvar smiles at Trayvin and places his hand on the halforc's shoulder to show his thanks for his friend's understanding. Nowhere that Sigvar could remember being taught that one less evil was bad thing so.... " Nikolai, please. We are coming to terms here. Insulting our host is not helpful. One less evil is still better than leaving an evil running about unchecked." Turning his attention to the Tigerman he says. " My other companion does make a point though. In order to take your adversary down we will need as much intelligence as you can provide us with. We were able to break the morale of your minions, but only just barely as you no doubt saw. If you want the best outcome from this we would welcome your adversary's lair layout, weaknesses, number and type of guards and anything else you feel we would need to know." "Also, I am coming to realize that we might not still be on our own home plane. Are we? We used an untested item to reach you here and may need more information to be able to return to speak with you after the contract is fulfilled. Further, is your adversary on a plane other than our home plane? If he is we may need help to reach him. As I understand it he might be on an outer plane since you think we can kill him rather than simply disrupt him on our plane, aren't devils only truly killed on their home plane?" More assured that he is doing the right thing, Sigvar leans forward and shows a great deal of interest in the answers to these questions.
Belly of the Beast Thursday April 18th, 2019 4:03:59 PM
He brushes off Nikolai's words and implications so much as he would a gnat, now that there is some interest shown in taking down his enemy.
Yes, you are in my world right now. And he resides in his own. We can arrange the contract so that the same magic that brought you here will take you to his pocket dimension, and back home after.
I would not know the exact number and type of his minions, but they are assuredly minor demons and devils in his service. And while he may not be permanently killed, he will still be banished to the hells for the rest of your lives. Our dominions are not connected, and I expect that not long after you destroy his physical form, that his will collapse, so don't you fret about me suddenly gaining in power.
I think he would not have traps around, as he would not expect any intrusions into his home, other than wards on his treasure room.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Thursday April 18th, 2019 7:08:52 PM " ...and back home after? Will you be meeting us there to deliver our pay then? At any rate a visit to the Catacombs to purchase some things to make our fight easier would help. Do you have access to the catacombs from here? We would also like to know his specific weaknesses and any defenses he has in place, such as brooches of shielding and the like." "I think that would do it. Anything else from the rest of my friends to add?"
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Thursday April 18th, 2019 8:09:48 PM
Trayvin ponders the agreement as stated and it seems like they are close to a deal. He lets Pru, Nikolai and Sigvar handle the details, too many voices would just clutter things up.
Used: Spells: endure elements x2
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 Thursday April 18th, 2019 11:03:11 PM
Anna says, "well if this guys minions are all hell spawn then my infiltration abilities will be of no use to us, more's the pity I'm hoping someday to be able to use this power."
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Thursday April 18th, 2019 11:42:39 PM
"That all sounds pretty evil," Pru says by way of agreement. And fire resistant, she thinks. "I think we would be more comfortable with a written contract. That's the way the Mailed Fist usually does things."
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Friday April 19th, 2019 12:24:13 AM
Nikolai's point wasn't directed at the tiger-man creature so he doesn't mind being brushed off. And that this area was on a different plane than theirs and the enemy makes a difference too. But it also poses another problem. That is, fighting an Evil that does not interact with Nikolai's own home plane and therefore is not relevant to his home plane to help another Evil does not seem worth it. The only true thing that has any worth is get rid of both without destroying the giants and other non evil creatures here.
"Well, demons are far more detestable and destructive than your kind. It seems that it may be possible to work out a deal to defeat them. It will take some time to write it up to our mutual satisfaction and prepare for the trip. If we have your blessing to stay here while the contract is prepared, that would be the most efficient. Not to mention your availability to tell us everything you can think of about your enemy. Extend your gracious hospitality for another day and that should suffice to have things ready."
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=10 ; Friday April 19th, 2019 2:49:30 AM pocket dimensions? devils, man this is some wild stuff, and look at ol' Nikolai playing revolutionary. didn't seem to faze the tiger man though, dang, he must be powerful to blow him off like that. I wonder how much gold is in that chest?
Appraise 10
why there must be upwards of 13 billion gold pieces in that chest. .
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 Friday April 19th, 2019 9:06:51 AM
"Not to cross some lines here... but....oh mighty Rakshasa... but you seem to have a lot of stuff here... and if we can't get back to our barracks to get equipment... if there anything here we could have... maybe borrow... maybe keep... to help us take care of this little problem of yours? The better equipped we are, the better the likelyhood of our success.... ya know.. win win.... "
Belly of the Beast Friday April 19th, 2019 1:05:25 PM You are welcome to stay another night to prepare your contract and steel yourselves for the fight. I do not know this Catacombs you speak of, but if you need equipment, I have some things. What do you have in mind. They can be included in the contract if you like....
As to his specific equipment, I cannot begin to guess. But I know that he will shrug off wounds that do not come from a good aligned source, and he is resistant to all but the strongest of magics. His attacks can stun his opponents and the wounds bleed freely.
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 Friday April 19th, 2019 5:05:40 PM
" Well... since it's in everyone's best interest that we survive this mission. How about some periapt of wound closure for everyone and a holy composite long bow for the resident archer? And arrows.. what can we do about getting some arrows that would cause this creature some cause to be concerned. "
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Friday April 19th, 2019 9:51:04 PM
Trayvin makes some mental notes to change up some spells for the fight ahead. He think some of those spells could be useful against this creature as well if it decides to betray the Agents on this deal.
Used: Spells: endure elements x2
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Friday April 19th, 2019 10:10:49 PM
"Good aligned," Pru says. "I'm afraid I can't help with that; that's holy magic. In fact, I'm not sure I'll be much help at all in this fight. I can Haste everybody, I suppose."
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Saturday April 20th, 2019 1:59:18 AM
[b ]" I could use a wand of bless weapon if you have one, preferably one that has a caster level of 3 or 4 so that it lasts longer. Also we could use a few scrolls of dimensional anchor for our sorceress. We don't want him teleporting away now do we?"[/b]
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 Sunday April 21st, 2019 8:51:45 PM
Anna says, "If we are putting in special requests and we are to combat something that can only be damaged by attacks from good aligned weapons ask him if he happens to have an Eberyon's Tear that has been blessed as to convey the holy enchantment to a single natural attack"
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 Sunday April 21st, 2019 11:30:00 PM
Michael thinks of what his ultimate goals are for himself. hmmm....
you got a Sun Blade and a Rapier of Puncturing? if not or in addition to that I need something to make my weapons good alingned and refresh all my potions. cats grace, exp retreat, Bulls strength, Shield of faith(+5) and potions of Cure serious wounds. 3 each.
When Michael hears that they are giving away gear he goes for the gold.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Monday April 22nd, 2019 12:03:54 AM "We thank you again for your hospitality,"[b] Nikolai says politely.
To his friends, he says, [b]"Looks like spells that buff us up are a better choice, as those are guaranteed to work. But even if some of your spells won't work well against him, they still may come in quite handy against his lesser servants."
Belly of the Beast Monday April 22nd, 2019 5:34:36 PM Potions and scrolls I can handle. I could probably even dig up that wand. All to be deducted from your final payment of course.
But specific equipment takes time for even me. I agree with your leader - your sorceress will be best used enhancing your own abilities. A strong attack, even if not holy, will still hurt. Just not as much.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Monday April 22nd, 2019 9:02:00 PM Is he expecting an attack? How long do we have to prepare?
Used: Spells: endure elements x2
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Monday April 22nd, 2019 10:29:07 PM
"Dimensional anchor," Pru nods. "You know, I thought about learning that one. Maybe next time. But I'm pretty good with a ray."
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 Monday April 22nd, 2019 11:29:02 PM
Anna says, "I forgot I that I'm really good at using magic devices. Even though I'm not really a spellcaster if he can get me several scrolls of the spell bless weapon or a wand of bless weapon we will be ok striking with good aligned weapons. I'll just have to stay in humanoid form until everyone's weapon has been enchanted."
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 12:26:26 AM
Nikolai figures he'll have to be using his magic Kama more this time than his hands or feet. Oh well.
He continues to think of things they might need and looks into changing his spells some himself.
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 23rd, 2019 12:59:16 AM
michael smiles and shrugges his shoulders.Eh, you can't blame a guy for tryin' the potions will be fine. Any idea what kind of devil this is? my planar knowledge is a bit lacking, but a type could might be useful.
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 7:57:48 AM
Well, Pompous leans on his bow and continues to listen. Since the holy bow isn’t going to be coming his way, he hopes that Anna’s blessings will do the job. And that the devil can’t dispel magic...
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 2:10:37 PM " The wand and scrolls will do fine. If I am not mistaken, don't devils require silver to harm, much like vampires. The rest of you might want to invest in silver versions of your weapons. I kept mine from the vampire and will be fine."
Belly of the Beast Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 3:29:39 PM I also have vials of alchemical silver that will do for making your weapons more effective. I'm sure he has some name for himself, but I just tend to call him the Horned Devil.
Was I to understand you would draw up a formal contract? Or should I just start taking fistfuls of gold out of your chest for each potion and scroll you add on?
He is not as accomplished a spy as I, but the longer you plan, the more chance some little bird has of putting your plans in his bedeviled ears.
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 8:37:36 PM
Anna says to her companions, "Between me blessing everyone's weapons and the alchemical silver coating we should be good. Maybe I don't transform into a beast for this one and I just make myself sized large wielding a blessed great sword with the alchemical silver coating, if we think that will be more effective than having me flying around with a breathe weapon and tail spikes."
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 9:23:50 PM That will depend on the breath weapon I suppose. But I think we should just get what we need and head out.
Hopefully the Agents will cease discussing tactics in front of a potential future enemy.
Used: Spells: endure elements x2
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 10:56:22 PM
"I think I have a standard contract here somewhere," Pru says. "Or maybe one of the others does."
[If the DM will indulge us, I think it's reasonable to suppose that at least one of the Agents has a copy of a standard contract on them, and we can just copy the boilerplate over and call it good. I don't think the group would proceed without a written contract, but I don't want to hold things up too much.]
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Wednesday April 24th, 2019 12:49:24 AM "Oh, we'll have your contract ready before we leave and I'd rather you sign it before you start handing anything over. We'll be back in an hour with it. In the meantime, is there a library or study where we could put quill to parchment without any undue distractions?"
Nikolai has several copies of the Standard Mailed Fist Contract to Hire but wants to add a few clauses that the normal contract usually does not have to address, and one is that they be allowed to leave this pocket dimension undisturbed.
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 Wednesday April 24th, 2019 3:32:50 AM
Michael follows Nikolai to the study to help him with the contract. it never hurts to have another person read over things to catch mistakes.
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 Wednesday April 24th, 2019 11:03:39 AM
Pompous wishes that his father was here. If there was one thing his father knew, it was trade contracts. But, he’s not. So Pompous will stay out of the way and keep watch.
Belly of the Beast Wednesday April 24th, 2019 5:48:27 PM
Nikolai proceeds to a room with a desk to amend the standard contract, adding several clauses including Safe Passage and Payment (gold/jewels less the cost of potions, scrolls, wands).
Come morning, the Rakshasa is ready with another meal for them and a spell to take them all to the Horned Devil's Realm.
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 Wednesday April 24th, 2019 8:43:16 PM
Anna opts to do the alter-self form of Queen's minions as she doesn't think she is necessarily gaining anything while running around in bird form so instead of taking on her green color she looks like her human self pre-plant kin.
She surveys whatever the Rakshasa is providing with respect to the scrolls of bless weapon just to make sure they'll work.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Wednesday April 24th, 2019 10:05:23 PM Well, I guess that covers everything. Looks like it's time to go to work. Trayvin hopes that magic portal knew what it was getting the Agents into. This could turn out to be a very tough mission.
Used: Spells: endure elements x2
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Wednesday April 24th, 2019 10:27:53 PM
Pru casts Mage Armor on herself and Nikolai, and then joins her Fist-mates as they make ready to depart.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 23 Tch 22 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Wednesday April 24th, 2019 11:59:39 PM
Nikolai thanks the Rakshasa for his hospitality and produces the contract for him to sign. Once the Rakshasa signs it, Nikolai signs it on behalf of the Mailed Fist. There are two copies, one for the Rakshasa and one for the Mailed Fist.
Having prepared as best as he can, he is ready to go. He fishes out his share of loot from some time ago and hands over 20 Flaming Arrows to Pompous. "You'll make better use of these," he says.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Thursday April 25th, 2019 10:50:47 AM
Sigvar relearns his spells and focuses his mind on what they are about to do.
Belly of the Beast Thursday April 25th, 2019 4:32:53 PM
Once all is said and done, a swirling portal appears in front of them, very similar in form to the one that brought them here in the first place.
Though the portal was the same, then the destination is a funhouse mirror of the Rakshasa's jungle. Where that jungle was lush and green, this one is drooping in decay. It is even hotter, and a glance at the condensation dripping off the wilted trees tells you that you shouldn't drink it. Spending much time here without protection from the heat and humidity will take a toll on you.
For now though, the jungle appears to be quiet.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet d20+5=15 ; d20=18 ; Thursday April 25th, 2019 8:06:15 PM " Let's make this quick. I didn't prepare endure elements today. the spells I prepared are made only for combat. Any idea where we go from here?" Perception 15 Survival 18
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Thursday April 25th, 2019 8:06:54 PM
OOC Oh, what level is the wand?
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 d20+13=20 ; d20+10=11 ; d20+8=19 ; d20+17=34 ; d20+17=30 ; Thursday April 25th, 2019 8:16:28 PM
(Perception: 20) (Survival: 11, natural 1) (Know[planes]: 19) (Know[nature]: 34) (Know[arcana]: 30)
Anna takes stock of their surroundings. She looks for anything she can observe as well as anything natural, magical or belonging to this plane. She shares anything she gleans with her friends.
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 25th, 2019 9:30:08 PM lets do this
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Thursday April 25th, 2019 9:59:43 PM
Trayvin casts one endure elements on himself, and one on another Agent.(I believe that was the setup we had before?)
Used: Spells: endure elements x2
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Thursday April 25th, 2019 10:29:56 PM
Pru casts Endure Elements on herself. "I have you covered," she says to Sigvar, and casts Endure Elements on him, too. And on whoever else needs it.
"Don't worry," she adds. "It's an easy spell; I'll have plenty left."
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 23 Tch 22 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d20+17=20 ; Friday April 26th, 2019 12:20:46 AM
Nikolai accepts the Endure Elements spell with relief and starts looking around for sings that might indicate a direction of travel. Bent/broken foliage in a certain direction, footprints, anything.
Survival(tracking) +17 = 20
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 Friday April 26th, 2019 7:12:01 AM
Pompous steps through with the others. He checks his selection of arrows. Magic (+1), cold iron, silver, normal flight arrows. He accepts the endure element spell from Pru.
---------------- Endure element.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 23 Tch 22 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Saturday April 27th, 2019 12:31:46 AM
OOC: Pompous, don't forget that Nikolai just gave you 20 flaming arrows.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Saturday April 27th, 2019 8:01:51 PM
After making sure everyone is protected from the heat, Pru says, "How do we want to approach this? Send out scouts? Or all go together?"
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 Saturday April 27th, 2019 11:17:54 PM
Michael waves to the cat man as he steps through the portal, to pru he replies Eh? I guess we do like we always do. I'll start with point, then we rotate out me, Nilkolai, Anna, and Pompous. you and Sigvar and Trayvin keep to the middle and flanks while the scout team takes turns fore and aft, with two resting in the middle, we switch out every hour. aft comes in fore goes to aft and one of the resting scouts goes to fore. sorry my naval speech is hitting me...I mean rear scout comes in, pathfinder goes to the rear and a resting scout starts scouting the path ahead. it will look something like this.
scout
Sigvar scout Pru scout Trayvin
scout
this positon keeps the spell slinger and the wound care specialist protected and the flanking scouts are more apt to interrupt any potiental ambushes. it also puts sigvar as our Reaction force should one of us encounter something. The heavy artillery, Thats you Pru, ready to lay the smak down on the poor pitiful fools who thought they could mess with us. the other scouts fall in to enfilade the attackers and we are set to rock. distance between the scouts and the main body is dictated by the terrain. in thick jungle, it might only be 5 or 10 feet, with the lead scout mainly just hacking down brush for the rest of the party. the flank scouts might just be in line with the rest of the party...like I said, depends on the terrain.
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 d20+9=17 ; d20+13=23 ; Sunday April 28th, 2019 9:35:11 PM
Anna turns into a halfling since she is being asked to scout in order to be slightly better at being unseen and helps scout.
(Stealth: 17) (Perception: 23)
Pompous Giantbane AC 26 CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 Monday April 29th, 2019 4:57:32 PM
... and 20 flaming arrows....
Pompous support's Mickey's plan. Makes perfect sense to him to have a ranger on scouting detail.
----------- Endure element.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet d20-9=-5 ; Monday April 29th, 2019 5:48:32 PM
Since they are trying to be stealthy, Sigvar does his best to be an immobile rotting tree. His constant fidgeting with his kit does little to carry this off. Stealth -5
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Monday April 29th, 2019 7:13:18 PM If we want to maintain at least a chance at stealth, those of us who aren't much good at it will need to hang back.
Used: Spells: endure elements x2
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet d20-9=11 ; Monday April 29th, 2019 7:48:24 PM " Let them come. They are evil and my sword is thirsty. It is very dissatisfied with having had to kill those giants simply because they were puppets, and so am I. When we finish this we need to see about that. On that note we MAY want to engage this devilish fellow in conversation before we finish him. He may shed some light on WHAT that tiger thing was and how we kill it." Again, since rotting trees do not talk, Sigvar further fails at stealth. Stealth 11 (I am as surprised as you that that roll is positive)
Here They Come! Monday April 29th, 2019 9:36:38 PM
The Agents step through the portal and look around. The heat is much more oppressive than in the previous realm and Trayvin and Pru step up to ensure everyone is covered magically from the heat. It is so hot, you’re not sure how the plants around here can even grow. You actually wouldn’t be surprised to see any of them burst into flames right away.
Anna and Nikolai quickly start looking around while Pompous checks his weapons and Michael starts preparing everyone for standard Agent maneuvers. Sigvar tries to hide, but calls out that he is ready while Anna turns into a halfling. Nikolai notices a clear trail that leads off in a direction that might be north, but there might not even be the concept of “north” in this place. About that time, there is a flurry of activity from the trail! A number of very dark, shaggy bipeds are running towards you, snarling. They carry long glaives with a number of pointy edges on them. The legs of the creatures are hooved and are covered with fur. Their body, arms, and tail all have pointy spikes on them. They have two long goat-like horns on their heads and long, sharp-looking beards. They are charging towards the party!
OOC: Knowledge, Planes, DR15: Highlight to display spoiler: {The beards on these creatures is poisonous!} Knowledge, Planes, DR20: Highlight to display spoiler: {They are bearded devils and resist acid, fire, poison and spells (SR 16)}
Hi there! Quick and sudden DM change, hope that’s okay! Schedules changed, but that’s why we have two DMs, right? So if there’s any outstanding questions, let me know right away, eh? This could get ugly… : )
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 28/16/23 CMD : 24 d20+8=19 ; Monday April 29th, 2019 10:34:39 PM
(Know [planes]: 19)
Anna says, "Watch Out!!! Their beards are poisonous."
She then dismisses her halfling form and takes a move action to get slightly farther away from the devils.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] d20+11=23 ; Monday April 29th, 2019 11:24:55 PM
"They are Bearded Devils," Pru adds. "They resist acid, fire, and poison. And magic." [Planes 23]
Pru casts Haste on the party.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Tuesday April 30th, 2019 12:49:40 AM
Spells in effect: Mage Armor, Haste
Nikolai calls out, "Defensive positions, form a semicircle centered on me and protect the spell casters.. He casts Magic Fang on himself and draws his magic kama.
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 ; d20+21=41 ; Tuesday April 30th, 2019 1:32:55 AM
being as the rogue works best flanking Michael takes the enfalade opposite Sigvar, since these things have polearms he guesses they will probably try to keep their distance. when they stop to attack Michale is going to try and roll past them and to the rear.
Acrobatics. 41 Percepton 38 (How many are there and whad does the battlespace look like? )
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet d20+17=21 ; 2d6+13=18 ; Tuesday April 30th, 2019 9:43:40 AM
Sigvar charges 80' at the devils and draws and swings with his silver blade. AC is 36 from charge and haste. Charge hits AC 21 for 18 damage silver Sigvar is specifically trying to goad the devils into attacking him and providing them with the opportunity by closing with them.
sigvar's dashboard endure elements Haste 12/12 rounds remaining
Pompous Giantbane AC 26(30) CMD 27(28)/22(23)/17(18), HP 107/107 Tuesday April 30th, 2019 5:04:06 PM
A quicker and cool feeling Pompous casts barkskin on himself and feels thicker and a tad barkier. He then falls into formation near the spell casters and readies some silver arrows.
----------- Endure element Haste: A hasted creature gains a +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves Barkskin
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) d20+12=28 ; 10d6=37 ; Tuesday April 30th, 2019 9:09:46 PM If Sigvar is going to make a target of himself, then we will need to move in and support him. Go ahead, I'll follow you in.
As he prepares to follow the others into combat, Trayvin tries to soften up the opposition a bit. Trayvin casts holy smite at the creatures, trying to capture as many of them as possible in the blast.
holy smite- to beat SR = 28, 20 foot radius, DC 17 will save for half and negate blindness(1 round) damage = 37
Looks like the stealth is out. Oh well, the Agents weren't that good at it anyway.....
Active Effects: endure elements, haste
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, holy smite
OOC- Thank you DMs for taking care of a quick swap out
Here They Come! d20+10=20 ; d20+10=13 ; d20+11=25 ; d20+6=8 ; d20+11=14 ; d20+6=25 ; d20+11=12 ; d20+6=15 ; d20+3=20 ; d20+3=6 ; d20+3=9 ; d20+3=14 ; Tuesday April 30th, 2019 9:26:24 PM
The group of bearded devils round the corner and charge as the Agents prepare. Anna becomes Anna and steps back. Pru identifies the creatures and casts haste. Nikolai steps up and draws a weapon to defend himself. Sigvar runs forward to meet the creatures and slices into one, his blade passing into the creature with a hiss. That creature drops it’s weapon and claws at Sigvar, but doesn’t hit anything. Pompous stands and calmly prepares with a spell and an arrow.
The other creatures pause their charge now that Sigvar has appeared in their midst. They slash with their massive pole arms, staying 10 feet from him as they swing. They snarl and grunt as their weapons hit nothing but air around Sigvar. Nikolai can see now that they have taken the move that Nikolai had suggested: the enemy are in a semicircle with Sigvar in the middle! However, Michael is able to easily slip past them or maneuver himself behind any of them since they are engaged with Sigvar. As he does so, Trayvin centers a powerful blast on Sigvar, affecting all four of the devils! Their snarls only get louder as the burst blackens their skin.
OOC:
Bearded Devils: AC 19/12, DR 5/good or silver, SR 16 (blinded: 1 round) Injuries: #1 (hand-to-hand with Sigvar): 36 #2: 37 #3: 37 #4: 37
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 27/11/25CMD : 26 Tuesday April 30th, 2019 10:20:16 PM
Anna turns into Tendriculous and moves forward
Plant Shape III - Tendriculous +8 size bonus to your Strength, a –2 penalty to your Dexterity, a +4 size bonus to your Constitution, a +6 natural armor bonus. 20 foot speed low-light vision, bite +14 (2d6+7 plus grab), 2 tentacles +9 (1d6+3 plus grab), space 15 ft, reach 15 ft, CMB +18/+22 to grapple, resist acid 20, regeneration 5 (bludgeoning or fire)
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] d20+16=18 ; d20+12=29 ; d4=1 ; Tuesday April 30th, 2019 11:04:20 PM
Pru has worked pretty hard at her magic skills, and she's confident she can overcome the creatures' natural resistance to magic. The problem is what spell to cast, since she's kind of all about fire.
After a moment's consideration, she casts her spell. A black ray springs from her finger toward one of the devils nearest to her.
[Cast Enervation. SR check 18. Hit Touch AC 29. The devil takes one negative level. If it matters, Pru has the Precise Shot feat.]
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d20+16=22 ; 2d6+5=10 ; Tuesday April 30th, 2019 11:25:41 PM
Spells in effect: Mage Armor, Haste, Magic Fang (2min)
With the devils stopped, it is time for the Agents to move Forward. "Support Sigvar!" and moves in and tries to get past their polearms. He picks one on the outside edge to minimize how many can reach him with their polearms and uses his Spring Attack, Moving in and then back out, out of range. Move 50' + 30'(haste) = 80' OOC: If this isn't enough to get there and back out by at least 20' he'll burn a Ki point for an extra 20'. Spring Attack: no AoO from target, but others within range get one. Attack w/+2 Kama using Vital Strike: D20 + 15 + 1(haste) = 22 DMG = 2d6+5 = 10
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+20=25 ; d20+20=32 ; d20+20=24 ; d20+15=23 ; d20+15=16 ; d4+2=5 ; d4+2=6 ; d4+2=3 ; d4+2=3 ; d4+2=6 ; 6d6=24 ; 6d6=27 ; 6d6=26 ; 6d6=21 ; 6d6=23 ; Wednesday May 1st, 2019 12:20:38 AM
As Sigvar moves forward Michael grins. it's almost like he can read minds or something. Michael moves to the back of one of the devils and starts probing for kidneys and lungs.
rapier +1 keen To hit AC 25 for 5 points of damage and 24 points flanking.
Short Sword +1 To hit AC 32 for 6 points of damage and 27 points flanking.
Haste attack +20
Rapier +1 Keen To hit AC 24 for 3 points of damage and 26 points flanking
2nd attack +15
Rapier +1 keen to hit AC 23 for 3 points of damage and 21 points flanking.
Short Sword +1 To hit AC 16 for 6 points of damage and 23 points flanking.
If the ruin he makes of this guy puts him down he'll move over to the next guy next round.
Pompous Giantbane AC 26(30) CMD 27(28)/22(23)/17(18), HP 107/107 d20+14=31 ; d6+9=13 ; d6=5 ; d6=3 ; d6+9=13 ; d20+14=33 ; d20+14=32 ; d6+9=10 ; d6+9=11 ; d6+9=14 ; d6=2 ; d20+9=17 ; d20+4=18 ; d6+9=13 ; d6=6 ; d6+9=12 ; d6=3 ; Wednesday May 1st, 2019 6:32:58 AM
A stream of electrified silver flies from Pompous' bow towards the nearest devil.
" AT THEE MISCREANTS!!! "
Endure element Haste: A hasted creature gains a +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves Barkskin
Point blank shot-+1 attack and damage on targets within 30' Many shots Deadly strike- -4/+8
Attack 1 Hits AC 31 Dam. 13 Elec 5 Attack 1A Hits AC 31 Dam 13. Elec 3 Attack 2 (haste) Hits AC (33 Crit confirmed with 32) Dam 35 Elec 2
Attack 3 Hits AC 17 Dam 13 Elec 6 Attack 4 Hits AC 12 Dam 12 Elec 3
Pompous Giantbane AC 26(30) CMD 27(28)/22(23)/17(18), HP 107/107 Wednesday May 1st, 2019 6:35:46 AM
ooc> Attacks #4 then #3 using silver arrows. Sorry.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet d20+14=19 ; d20+14=29 ; d20+9=24 ; d20+4=11 ; d20+10=23 ; 2d6+13=18 ; 2d6+13=22 ; 2d6+13=23 ; d8=6 ; Wednesday May 1st, 2019 7:59:05 AM
Sigvar starts with any of the still living devils and then continues attacking until none are left alive.
Attack 1 Hits AC 19 for 18 damage silver Haste Hits AC 29 for 22 damage silver Attack 2 Hits AC 24 for 23 damage silver Attack 3 Misses Horns Hits AC 23 for 12 damage not silver or magic 8(
sigvar's dashboard endure elements Haste 11/12 rounds remaining
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Wednesday May 1st, 2019 9:22:41 PM
Trayvin moves up and maneuvers into a flanking position with any remaining devil. Be careful, there may be more of them.
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, holy smite
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 27/11/25CMD : 26 Wednesday May 1st, 2019 10:15:52 PM
Anna braces for something to happen as time slows down mid battle
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Wednesday May 1st, 2019 10:40:02 PM
Pru wonders whether she'd been better off with a straightforward Disintegrate. Sucking the life out of creatures only works if you can do it effectively. [OOC: I'm going to commission a study to figure out why Pru always rolls 1s when she casts Enervation. Statistically, it should only be about 25% of the time. It's way more.]
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) Thursday May 2nd, 2019 1:00:42 AM
Nikolai delivers his attack and jumps back out of range of the polearm, he hopes.
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+21=26 ; d20+20=34 ; d4+2=4 ; 6d6=18 ; Thursday May 2nd, 2019 2:50:57 AM
if the one he hit is dead he moves on to any of the devils left standing. Acrobatics 26
falling in to flank it against any of the fist mates who are around he stabs it with his rapier. right about where it's diabolic Eldrich organ would be. spearing the organ he wiggles the blade around a bit to do some extra damage.
1 attack +15 +1 haste +4 AotF flanking= +20
Rapier +1 Keen To hit AC 34 for 4 points of damage and 18 points flanking.
Here They Come! d4=1 ; d20+11=26 ; Thursday May 2nd, 2019 9:06:41 AM
The Agents fly into action! Anna changes into a massive plant beast. Pru fire a ray and strikes one of the creatures. Nikolai quickly dives in, unleashes an attack, and slips back. Michael moves around another. As he steps close to it, it strikes out at him with a wild swing of the massive pole arm. Before it can bring the pole arm around again, Michael chops and slices the creature into tiny pieces. Pompous’ arrows fly through the air with an electrical spark making one of the creatures into a pincushion. Sigvar chops the creature, dropping it before it can make another sound. Trayvin slips around behind another as Nikolai brings the last devil down. Everyone is breathing hard as the battle very suddenly ends and the only other sounds are the dripping of water from the various leaves all around.
OOC: Sorry about that, b0mb threats caused chaos last night – all is good, nothing to see there…
Bearded Devils: AC 19/12, DR 5/good or silver, SR 16 (blinded: 1 round) Injuries: #1 (hand-to-hand with Sigvar): 123, very dead #2: 47 (1 negative level) (Nikolai is engaged) #3: lots, dead (Michael behind) #4: 123, very dead (Pompous target)
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] d20+16=17 ; 5d4+5=20 ; Thursday May 2nd, 2019 10:56:24 PM
[OOC: The description says that the battle is over, but the list shows #2 still up.]
If there is still a devil active, Pru Magic Missiles him. [SR check 17. 20 points of force damage.]
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 27/11/25CMD : 26 d20+14=25 ; 2d6+7=9 ; d20+18=26 ; d20+9=28 ; d4=4 ; d6+3=8 ; d20+22=31 ; Thursday May 2nd, 2019 11:17:11 PM
If there is a devil still active Anna-Tendriculous either charges it or if she can't get close enough with a charge she tries to lash out with tentacles.
Either: Charge: 27 vs AC; 9 damage (didn't apply DR) + 30 vs CMD to grapple (forgot that grapple has higher mod than base CMB) OR Tentacles: 28 vs AC; 8 damage (didn't apply DR) + 31 vs CMD to grapple
Plant Shape III - Tendriculous - 98 rounds +8 size bonus to your Strength, a –2 penalty to your Dexterity, a +4 size bonus to your Constitution, a +6 natural armor bonus. 20 foot speed low-light vision, bite +14 (2d6+7 plus grab), 2 tentacles +9 (1d6+3 plus grab), space 15 ft, reach 15 ft, CMB +18/+22 to grapple, resist acid 20, regeneration 5 (bludgeoning or fire)
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+21=27 Friday May 3rd, 2019 1:02:42 AM
with all the devils dead, Michael thinks it would be cool to get a trophy... no ears or anything. but if the creatures have anything of value on them, Michael will find it.
Perception 27
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d20+15=26 ; 2d6+5=14 ; d6=2 ; Friday May 3rd, 2019 1:15:44 AM
OOC: looks like one is still up. Description says Nikolai is 'engaged' so that should mean he could not move back far enough to be out of polearm range at least. But then it says Nikolai brings the last one down. Oh well. Or was that description for 2 rounds?
IC: If one is still up: Nikolai moves in again, then out if possible.
Spring Attack: no AoO from target, but others within range get one. Attack w/+2 Kama using Vital Strike: D20 + 15 + 1(haste) = 27 DMG = 2d6+5 = 14 If flanked another d6 = 2 + 14 = 16
Here They Come! Friday May 3rd, 2019 11:01:37 AM
Sorry for the confusion: indeed, all the devils are destroyed completely. Their dead bodies lie on the ground in the muck that is the hot and wet ground here. There is a trail that leads back in the direction that they came from, but nothing else is visible here at the moment. The trail is about ten feet wide, but there are many drooping branches and leaves protruding out into the trial, making it appear much more narrow.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Friday May 3rd, 2019 7:24:56 PM " Exactly as it should be." Sigvar says as he survey's the carnage. He flips the corpse in front of him over with his hoof, looking it over for any kind of insignia or badge that might grant them easier access to the fortifications of the devil they seek. " One of you carries empty containers right? We should take a sample from these devils in case the rest of this place is keyed to devils, allowing only those types of creature to pass." "Also you might want to switch to silver weapons. Mine cut like butter through the DR of these weak devils. I suspect the stronger ones will require both goodness and silver to bypass. That will require the wand and or scrolls Anna and I acquired.
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 27/15/24 CMD : 25 Friday May 3rd, 2019 9:39:02 PM
Anna-Tendriculous says, "This is the second battle in a row that everything was pretty much cut down by the time I've been ready to join the battle. I guess I'll turn into a smaller plant creature if the path gets narrower here."
Anna takes a full round action to turn into a Mandragora as the path is going to narrow soon. Plant Shape III - Mandragora - 97 rounds +2 Con, +2 nat armor, +1 AC, +1 Atk, +4 stealth, +2 fly -1 CMB/CMD 40 foot base speed, climb 40 foot burrow 10 foot low light vision, bite +13 (1d6+3 plus grab), 2 slams +13 (1d4+3 plus poison)(10 foot reach on slam) resist acid 20, resist cold 20, resist electricity 20, Poison (Ex) Slam—injury; save Fort DC 22; frequency 1/round for 4 rounds; effect confusion and fatigue; cure no saves but "act normally" result on the confusion behavior table ends the effect.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Friday May 3rd, 2019 10:38:58 PM
"Well, looks like we go that way," Pru says. "Standard formation?"
Pompous Giantbane AC 26(30) CMD 27(28)/22(23)/17(18), HP 107/107 Friday May 3rd, 2019 11:04:09 PM
Pompous helps Michael search the bodies. He'll carefully take one of the devil's swords by the hilt and put it back in it's scabbard before adding it to his pack.
The Corrupted Jungle Sunday May 5th, 2019 11:55:47 PM
Pompous searches for a weapon to take as a trophy, but finds no swords. He can take a glaive if he likes, but it may be a bit unwieldy for his pack.
Sigvar reminds his comrades about the common resistances of devils and how to overcome them. Anna worries about the size of the trail, but for now it looks like she can still proceed through the jungle with relative ease.
The group begins moving down the path that still seems to be a rotting mirror of the jungle they just came from.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet Monday May 6th, 2019 6:34:09 PM
Sigvar collects a hand from one of the devils and stuffs it in his pack. He is then ready to go.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Monday May 6th, 2019 8:33:12 PM I wonder if that was a wandering patrol, or if they are expecting us?
Trayvin steps back into formation as the Agents continue through the jungle/swamp.
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, holy smite
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 27/15/24 CMD : 25 d20+8=14 ; d20+13=33 ; d20+13=29 ; Monday May 6th, 2019 8:36:27 PM
Anna-Mandragora keeps her eyes open and tries to move stealthy in small plant form.
(Stealth: 14) (Perception: 33)
Anna takes a full round action to turn into a Mandragora as the path is going to narrow soon. Plant Shape III - Mandragora - 97 rounds +2 Con, +2 nat armor, +1 AC, +1 Atk, +4 stealth, +2 fly -1 CMB/CMD 40 foot base speed, climb 40 foot burrow 10 foot low light vision, bite +13 (1d6+3 plus grab), 2 slams +13 (1d4+3 plus poison)(10 foot reach on slam) resist acid 20, resist cold 20, resist electricity 20, Poison (Ex) Slam—injury; save Fort DC 22; frequency 1/round for 4 rounds; effect confusion and fatigue; cure no saves but "act normally" result on the confusion behavior table ends the effect.
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Monday May 6th, 2019 10:48:51 PM
Pru forms up with her Fist-mates and moves down the path.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d20+19=28 ; d20+17=29 ; Tuesday May 7th, 2019 12:08:31 AM "Good point to ponder, Trayvin. They seemed like they were expecting some unwanted company. I wonder if this portal we used always opens up here and thus a guard posted to watch it?"
Nikolai takes the front of the line and lets Michael sneak on ahead.
Perception +19 = 28 Stealth +17 = 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+21=40 ; Tuesday May 7th, 2019 12:35:54 AM
Michael takes point, as his eyes scan for threats his mind contemplates this place. it's too hot for plant nor animal here, did the devils make this place a hell or is this just a really really horrible summer?
Perception 40
The Corrupted Jungle d20+15=35 ; d20+16=32 ; Tuesday May 7th, 2019 12:42:48 AM
There is worry in the air as the Agents wonder whether their presence is known already, or if there is a regular sentry here. There doesn't seem to be any way to know at the moment. Maybe things will unravel soon.
The Agents scout and sneak along the path until they come to a clearing. If anything, the heat is getting worse, and the corruption is evident as foul smelling water drips from the vines. Maybe someone got a discount on the layout of these pocket dimensions. If so, then they know right where to go to find their target.
There place is eerily quiet, but nothing can hide from someone so expert at hiding as Michael, and he sees something skulking in a tree out of the corner of his eye.
Knowledge Planes DC23: Highlight to display spoiler: {It appears to be an Erinyes}
Pompous Giantbane AC 26(29) CMD 27/22/17, HP 107/107 d20+15=33 ; Tuesday May 7th, 2019 5:15:52 PM
Discarding the glaive, Pompous focuses on acting as rear guard and keeps an eye and ear out for sounds of trouble.
-------------------------------------------------- Endure element Barkskin Perception 33
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 90/90 -- 27/15/24 CMD : 25 d20+8=25 ; d20+13=29 ; d20+8=18 ; Tuesday May 7th, 2019 9:17:07 PM
(Know[planes]:25) (Perception: 29) (Stealth: 18)
Anna-Mandragora points out in a hushed tone, "Its an Erinyes."
Plant Shape III - Mandragora - 96 rounds +2 Con, +2 nat armor, +1 AC, +1 Atk, +4 stealth, +2 fly -1 CMB/CMD 40 foot base speed, climb 40 foot burrow 10 foot low light vision, bite +13 (1d6+3 plus grab), 2 slams +13 (1d4+3 plus poison)(10 foot reach on slam) resist acid 20, resist cold 20, resist electricity 20, Poison (Ex) Slam—injury; save Fort DC 22; frequency 1/round for 4 rounds; effect confusion and fatigue; cure no saves but "act normally" result on the confusion behavior table ends the effect.
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+21=31 ; d20+4=19 Tuesday May 7th, 2019 9:31:50 PM
Michael crouches down and holds his hand back behind him in the universal sign for stop. fingers together palm facing out, He then points his finger to the side of the trail that the thing is hiding at, he extends his fingers to account for the number of creatures he sees. If the creatures see him and begin to move aggressively He draws his blades, He does not take his eyes off the things that he sees skulking.
These motions should be sufficent to let his comrades know what's up without blowing their cover.
Perception 31. Knowledge planes 19.
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Tuesday May 7th, 2019 10:06:35 PM
If the hiding creatures haven't seen them yet, maybe the Agents can take them by surprise. Trayvin waits for Nikolai to give the hand signals that will set the Agents into action.
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, holy smite
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] Tuesday May 7th, 2019 11:40:51 PM
Pru sees Michael's signals. She doesn't see what he sees, but she's used to that. She does her best to play oblivious.
"My goodness, but it's hot," she says. "If these creatures have any sense at all, they're lounging somewhere cool." She does her best to sound a little ditzy, but she is alert, looking for signs of ambush.
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d20+19=33 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2019 12:42:17 AM
Spells in Effect: Mage Armor, Endure Elements
Nikolai holds a hand up as a signal to stop when he sees Michael's signal. He whispers, "We'll wait for Michael to see if he can get more information. We need to know how many and what they are."
He peers in the direction Michael pointed hoping to see what he sees. Perception +19 = 33
The Corrupted Jungle d20+15=35 ; d20+15=20 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2019 2:10:05 AM
It seems that both the Agents and the Devils both realize that their hiding has failed at the same time. Both groups are just too perceptive.
Half of the Erinyes' have a chance to react before the Agents spring into action.
One directs a rope that quickly entangles Sigvar! A second one tosses her rope at Pru and wraps her up as well. An entangled creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. An entangled character who attempts to cast a spell must make a concentration check (DC 15 + spell level) or lose the spell.
Another one sees Michael and tries to send him off into the woods. DC19 Will save or you are panicked, pass and become shaken for 1 round
3 others don't react quickly enough to surprise them, but they will soon.
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+9=13 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2019 3:24:31 AM
to see angelic beauty corrupted in such a way hits Michael hard and he begins to run (DM's choice which way I run, but it had better be away from the Eryines.).
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet d20+8=24 ; d20+16=27 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2019 8:33:32 AM
After making the reflex save (reflex 24) Sigvar dodges the rope and charges the devil that threw it. Attack hits AC 27 for 15 damage silver
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 106/106(BrianZ) Wednesday May 8th, 2019 8:36:43 PM
Trayvin moves up to Pru and tries to help her remove the rope. That's a nasty trick. I guess they don't like to fight fair.
Trayvin hopes someone can grab Michael before he gets too far away.
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, holy smite
Prudence Gundle [AC 22 HP 87/87] d20+19=23 ; d20+16=21 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2019 10:51:10 PM
"Thanks," Pru tells Trayvin. "I appreciate the help, but if they tie me up again, don't worry about it. I got this."
She looks at one of the Erinyes and casts a spell. The Erinyes must make a DC 22 Fortitude save or turn into a tropical bird with beautiful plumage.
[Concentration check in case I need it is 23, more than enough for 5th-level Baleful Polymorph. SR check in case I need that is 21.]
Nikolai (JonathanT) AC 24 Tch 23 Ffted 20 HP 91/91 CMD 31(Grapple/Trip) d20+17=36 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2019 11:52:53 PM
Spells in effect: mage armor, Endure Elements
Nikolai can easily catch Michael and trust the others to wipe out these evil creatures. What he doesn't want to happen is Michael getting lost in the jungle. He chases after Michael and tries to tackle him.
Anna Morphling (Hugh C) -- HP 114/114 (24 temp hp) -- 27/11/25CMD : 26 Wednesday May 8th, 2019 11:58:06 PM
Anna-mandragora takes a full round action to become Anna-Tendriculous again. She will also take a 5 foot step towards their assailants.
Plant Shape III - Tendriculous - 94 rounds +8 size bonus to your Strength, a –2 penalty to your Dexterity, a +4 size bonus to your Constitution, a +6 natural armor bonus. 20 foot speed low-light vision, bite +14 (2d6+7 plus grab), 2 tentacles +9 (1d6+3 plus grab), space 15 ft, reach 15 ft, CMB +18/+22 to grapple, resist acid 20, regeneration 5 (bludgeoning or fire)
A flight of silver and lightning flies towards the nearest devil. ---------------
Endure element barkskin
Point blank shot-+1 attack and damage on targets within 30' Many shots Deadly strike- -4/+8
Attack 1 Hits AC 22 Dam.11 Elec 1 Attack 1A Hits AC 22 Dam 10 Elec 3
Attack 2 Hits AC 20 Dam 12 Elec 1 Attack 3 Hits AC 21 Dam 12 elec 6
The Corrupted Jungle d20+11=21 ; d20=11 ; d20=16 ; 5d8=25 ; 5d8=27 ; d4=3 ; d4=2 ; d20+14=27 ; d20+14=19 ; d8+6=8 ; d6=5 ; Thursday May 9th, 2019 8:59:07 AM
Michael takes off running back the way they came, but Nikolai tackles him to the ground before he can get too far. Michael struggles on the ground, but Nikolai is too good of a grappler for him to escape.
Sigvar manages to shrug the rope off before it completely gets around him and charges in to its owner, striking her squarely. He notices that the silver doesn't seem to be getting through her tough skin as much as he thought it would.
Trayvin moves to Pru to help her untangle, but she tells him not to worry as she moves her hands in a strange way that looks as if she's compressing some substance. Lo and Behold, the devil that entangled her is suddenly a beautiful jungle bird, looking out of place in this corrupted land.
Anna changes back to combat form, ready to lash out with her long tentacles.
Pompous releases several arrows into the canopy, but all of them are near misses!
Sigvar's target slashes with her sword but cannot come close to doing damage. She does retreat a tiny bit into the air, working on a better position for attacking.
2 of the ones that had not had time to act before see a cluster of foes and both decide to cast a spell.
Pompous, Pru, Trayvin: targeted by 2 unholy blight spells 25 damage (3 rounds sickened) and 27 damage (2 rounds sickened): 2 DC19 will saves for 1/2 damage and not sickened
The 4th likes her trick and tries to make Nikolai a scaredy cat too. DC19 will save or become panicked
The last two fly up into the canopy and take shots of their own at the large plant monster. One just hits her for 8 damage + 6 fire.
Sigvar Ironhorn (David F) AC 37 (T 15, FF 34) CMD 31 HP 132/132 Character Sheet d20+14=16 ; d20+9=18 ; d20+4=9 ; d20+10=27 ; d8=6 ; Thursday May 9th, 2019 4:00:49 PM My sword isn't fully damaging these. What do I need to do to overcome their damage resistance smart people?" For now lacking that knowledge, Sigvar knows he an hurt them by attacking, just not as much as he could if properly geared, so he keeps swinging. ( You say she flew up but not that she is out of reach so...) Attack 1 miss Attack 2 miss Attack 3 miss Horns Hit AC 27 for 14 damage
Trayvin AC 30/15 touch Hp 68/106(BrianZ) d20+15=16 ; d20+15=31 ; d20+7=15 ; d20+12=23 ; d20+12=30 ; d20+12=20 ; d20+12=26 ; Thursday May 9th, 2019 8:19:44 PM
Trayvin tries to remember what best to use to hurt them the most, but has trouble concentrating due to being sickened by their spell. I'm not sure Sigvar, I guess you could try something else. kn planes = 15
Actions: The Agents seem to be having a little trouble hitting these creatures, so Trayvin tries to help them out. Cast prayer Trayvin will try to catch as many of the Agents and the devils in the 40' radius as possible. SR rolls as needed: 23, 30, 20, 26
Will save = 16, 31, damage taken 25 + 13
Active Effects: sickened 2 rounds
Used: Spells: endure elements x2, holy smite, prayer
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