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Scene 3: The Devil is In the Grass

Dem Dancin Bones (DM BatMark)
Wednesday April 10th, 2019 9:46:19 PM

Sol pumps his fist in celebration before looking around sheepishly to see if anyone noticed. He pats Haemir on the back and wishes he had done more, but at least he got in one daze that helped bring the momma down!

Bigby wakes up a little confused, but quickly catches up with the situation, any maybe even learns a little about himself and his place in this pack. Haemir welcomes him back, while Fand preens a bit while telling Xel'Aw the story of how he saved Haemir's life once before.

Caelwyn, Bigby, and 'Lil all contribute to healing the party's wounds, which is warmly welcomed by all. 'Lil is a little grumpy, but gets a grip on herself—and Ramona—and thanks Xel'Aw for the help.

Xel'Aw is in turns chastened and grateful at the recent turn of events. Fand has a pile of seeds to look forward too in the future.

Grindar joins in the celebration of Bigby's return to the living, and offers some ideas for finishing the evening well rested. Caelwyn sagely suggests moving away from the froggy bloodstains before returning to your slumber. Thich agrees that this is a good idea.

You are able to remake camp a safe distance away, and the rest of the night passes peacefully, with nothing disturbing those on watch. You can hear some beastly noises back in the direction of your old camp, but nothing appears to follow you from there. Perhaps whatever came upon the battlefield had its appetite sated by all the frog legs.

In the morning, the sun rises hot and bright. With a determined look, Thich is ready to lead you onward towards your goal. After a few hours travel, you see something very unusual—three humanoid skeletons suspended from bamboo-like grasses, flailing about helplessly. The winds here are shifting willy-nilly, and occasional dust devils sweep through the grasses.

Do you approach, circumnavigate the area, or choose some other option? No guts, no glory!

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 22/25; CMD: 15 d20+2=10 ;
Thursday April 11th, 2019 12:13:48 AM
Caelwyn is immediately alert for potential danger (Perception 10). "I feel like we should at least try to figure out what this means or who those poor devils were...shall we take a closet look?"

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 18/21 d20+7=24 ; d20+3=14 ;
Thursday April 11th, 2019 6:38:31 AM
Grindar sees the skeletons, and agrees with Caelwyn that they should investigate. He volunteers to sneak up and check things out, being sure to stay alert and ready to alert his friends if things get sketchy. (stealth 14, perception 24)

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14
Thursday April 11th, 2019 10:30:23 AM
'Lil can detect evil, but it'll be one less healing spell to cast, and she's been doin' a lotta that lately. She nudges Caelwyn. "Dude, use that spidey sense you paladins got. I need my mojo to patch you up later."

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+9=23 ;
Thursday April 11th, 2019 11:42:42 AM
Bigby will cast a detect magic on the skeletons and the bamboo like grass. Also uses knowledge nature (23) on the grass to see if he can find out anything helpful. His mind gets a little bit paranoid and he looks around for giant holes in the ground...better not be ants, he thinks. Wolfgang will try to use his scent ability to detect if any other creatures are nearby the skeletons (will have to move to 30' of it).

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None
Thursday April 11th, 2019 4:56:33 PM
Sol looks over the skeletons, not really knowing what to say, it's the first time he's encountered anything like that.

He whispers to Xel'Aw.

"Looks like a warning to me..."

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10 - Inspire Courage Active
Thursday April 11th, 2019 8:59:39 PM
Xel'Aw hangs back, making the magic symbol that unveils other magic and approaches 30' feet from the bodies and waits to see if there is magic involved.

Tunnel to where? (DM BatMark)
Thursday April 11th, 2019 9:57:57 PM

Caelwyn looks for dangers, but sees nothing obvious, and advocates a closer look.

Grindar agrees and moves to sneak up, crunching his way through the overgrowth toward the skeletons. As he gets closer, he spots a hand-lettered sign, saying 'Mutations ahead', and can see an odd sort of tunnel of grass behind where the skeletons are dancing from the stickgrass. You can easily avoid the skeletons to get into the tunnelgrass if you choose to.

'Lil suggests that Caelwyn use his ability to detect evil, to save her resources for the inevitable meatball surgery after a fight.

Xel'Aw and Bigby detect no magic other than moderate necromancy on the skeletons—what you would expect from such vile creations, and Wolfgang scents nothing that you can't see, although the haphazard winds make such things difficult here.

Sol thinks it looks like a warning…

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 18/21 d20+3=14 ;
Friday April 12th, 2019 6:44:11 AM
Grindar sneaks back (stealth 14) to his friends and shares what he learned. He then says, “Undead leave a bad taste in my mouth, I vote we dispatch these skeletons, and then check out the tunnel, but if you all would rather bypass the undead pests, I will go along with the majority”.

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14
Friday April 12th, 2019 10:39:18 AM
'Lil looks at the skeletons. "You sure they're undead and not just movin' in the wind? If they are undead, then yea we should bust'em up before we move on."

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1
Friday April 12th, 2019 11:32:39 AM
"do clerics do anything against undead?" Bigby asks 'Lil. last time Bigby said he'd go check out a dead body he was covered in ants. Bigby looks like he's thinking for a moment and then he shudders to the thought of ants. He snaps out of his ptsd night mare and says, "yeah let's go through the tunnel.

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10
Friday April 12th, 2019 5:43:04 PM
"The question, I suppose is," Xel'Aw wonders aloud, "what grade Paladin is Caelwyn letting undead wander?"

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 - Bandit: HP:6/6 AC:15
Friday April 12th, 2019 6:15:31 PM
Haemir listens to he exchanges and then asks the monk "You know this area better than us... what are your thoughts"?

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 18/21
Friday April 12th, 2019 6:27:08 PM
"Well I can't be sure, but Bigby and Xel'Aw did indicate that they have an aura of necromancy on them", Grindar says as a way to answer 'Lil's question.

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21
Friday April 12th, 2019 6:28:07 PM
fixing header

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None
Friday April 12th, 2019 6:56:05 PM
Sol just looks at the skeletons.

"I also defer to the group... I have not prepared any particular way to destroy these today if they are truly undead. It is not my area of expertise." he looks at Caelwyn and 'Lil for answers.

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 22/25; CMD: 15
Friday April 12th, 2019 7:34:14 PM
Caelwyn has realized that these skeletons are indeed animated by necromancy and a truly dangerous look comes into his eyes. "Before we destroy these abominations".... he will cast detect evil on them and on the tunnel entrance, if possible, to get a clue as to what may lie beyond them.

You're all just dust in the wind (DM BatMark)
Friday April 12th, 2019 8:49:15 PM
Grindar sneaks back and reports on what he has seen. He wants to destroy the undead and check out the tunnel.

'Lil asks about the skeletons, and is reminded by Grindar that they had necromantic auras, so suggests busting them up. Caelwyn is able to confirm that they are evil, but the tunnel entrance shows no such signs.

Xel'Aw teases Caelwyn about his paladinhood, apparently concluding that he falls short.

Bigby has bad recollections of the ant swarm, but sucks it up and is ready to go into the tunnel.

Sol looks to the others for a solution, this not being his area of expertise. Haemir looks to Thich, who shrugs, indicating that this is a new one to him too.

Thus deciding to destroy the skeletons and investigate the tunnel, you manage to easily dispatch the restrained abominations. Beyond are the swirling dust devils, tinged with a weird red color and lazily sweeping across the area in the weird crosswinds. To safely reach the tunnel—which the dust devils do not seem to be entering—might take a bit of derring do.

Make an acrobatics check vs DC 12 to arrive safely.

If you fail, make a DC 16 reflex save to avoid getting badly caught up.

If you pass the reflex save, you go back to where you started.

If you fail the reflex save, please make a DC12 FORT save. You must make a new DC16 reflex save on a future round to escape.

(OOC: If you can think of anything that might help with any of those, feel free to suggest it and I'll apply a modifier to whatever you attempted.)

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 - Bandit: HP:6/6 AC:15 d20+4=16 ;
Saturday April 13th, 2019 8:21:57 AM
Haemir offers: "This spell will slightly assist..." and will cast Toros's Taur Try on anyone who wants it (base gives +1 on acrobatics (& stealth) for 10 minutes but anyone is welcome to all three versions if you want).

After having cast it (if everyone agrees to go) he nimbly dodges his way over (Acrobatics:14) whilst Fand flies around.

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+7=22 ;
Saturday April 13th, 2019 7:44:14 PM
Bigby casts guidance on Wolfgang for his acrobatics check, +1 skill check. Wolfgang makes his acrobatics check across the crosswinds and towards the tunnels (acrobatics: 22). "Glad you are in charge of making those moves Wolfgang. That's not my skill set." Bigby looks relieved with Wolfgangs acrobatics. He looks back at the rest to see how they will do as if to encourage them on. "come on guys you got this."

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 22/25; CMD: 15 d20+1=9 ; d20+7=17 ;
Sunday April 14th, 2019 9:06:40 PM
Caelwyn, after looking dubiously at the dust devils decides to remove his breastplate and place it, and his shield, on his back. That should make this a little easier (ooc: Am I free of penalties now?)

He will accept Haemir's offer, to give him an advantage he hopes. Unfortunately, he gets caught in one of the faster dust devils as is passes by him. Thankfully, he is able to pull back in time and return to where he began.

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21 d20=12 ;
Monday April 15th, 2019 5:18:08 AM
Grindar removes his breastplate and straps it to his backpack. Then he make a run for it weaving and dodging to avoid the dust devils, arriving on the other side unscathed, but not without some close calls. (Acrobatics 12+2=14) on the other side, he immediately begins putting his breastplate back on, thinking to himself, “This would be so much easier if this thing was made of mithril”.

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14 d20+2=8 ; d20+1=11 ;
Monday April 15th, 2019 10:04:19 AM
'Lil doesn't dance around danger so much as she barrels right through it. She'll accept Haemir's spell before she does just that: lowers her head, waits for an opening, and charges across.

It's no good, though. She get's caught and fails her save. The devil in the grass done got poor 'Lil.

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None d20+3=13 ;
Monday April 15th, 2019 3:01:56 PM
Sol just manages to pass through the dust devils, but only just, and only thanks to Haemir's help.

He sighs.

"That was not easy."

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10 d20=12 ;
Monday April 15th, 2019 5:51:29 PM
Xel'Aw is surprisingly nimble, thinking he has never done anything like this before, and makes it through - barely, but he makes it.

Tricksy winds (DM BatMark)
Monday April 15th, 2019 6:37:38 PM
Haemir and Fand manage to make it safely across, by land and air.

Bigby and Wolfgang also move smoothly through the tricksy winds, with Grindar close behind. The latter armors up immediately. Sol makes it too, squeaking by just ahead of a dust devil, practically tripping over Xel'Aw as he crosses the finish line.

Caelwyn almost gets caught, but finds his way back to the start.

'Lil gets caught up in a dust devil, and is spit out on the tunnel side, thrown onto her hands and knees. ('Lil, please make the DC12 FORT save)

Most of you are on the tunnel side of the dust devils, with 'Lil retching on the ground and Caelwyn still stuck back yonder. What next?

(OOC: Calewyn can try again, and 'Lil needs to make that FORT save)

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 22/25; CMD: 15 d20+1=21 ;
Monday April 15th, 2019 7:40:11 PM
Caelwyn steels himself for another attempt, then astonishes both his comrades and himself by leaping and twisting across the landscape around the dust devils. However, as he makes his way through, he spots 'Lil in trouble...

OOC: Caelwyn rolled a nat 20 on acrobatics - can he do anything to help 'Lil? He isn't about to just dodge on through and leave her behind...

(DM Note: 'Lil made it through, just in rough shape, details pending her FORT save)

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21
Tuesday April 16th, 2019 4:48:41 AM
“We all made it across at least”, Grindar says with a smile, then noticing ‘Lil he asks, “Are you ok Lil?”

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14 d20+4=7 ;
Tuesday April 16th, 2019 11:06:57 AM
'Lil is not ok. (Fort save 7)

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 22/25; CMD: 15
Tuesday April 16th, 2019 1:00:00 PM
If 'Lil has made it through, although she does not seem OK, then Caelwyn nimbly dashes across and makes it to the other side. He is ready to assist her however he can, including laying on hands if necessary.

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None
Tuesday April 16th, 2019 2:03:38 PM
Sol rushes to to Lil's aid, offering to let her lean on him.

"Come on, we need to get out of here."

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 - Bandit: HP:6/6 AC:15
Tuesday April 16th, 2019 2:43:17 PM
Haemir checks on Lil too

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1
Tuesday April 16th, 2019 4:59:32 PM
Bigby will cast guidance on 'Lil to give her a +1 on her fort saving throw. "come on 'Lil, you got this."

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10
Tuesday April 16th, 2019 5:45:05 PM
Xel'Aw, having barely made it through himself, waits not wanting to force others to have to save him should he fail to get to Lil and assist, but offers cheering on his end as well for Lil.

Hark, hark, blarf! (DM BatMark)
Tuesday April 16th, 2019 7:36:11 PM

Caelwyn, apparently having learned a thing or two the first time, leaps and twists through the twisters to safety, but sees no way or need to help 'Lil through. Thich has also made the crossing safely.

Grindar smiles before realizing that 'Lil might be in trouble (even with the guidance from Bigby.)

'Lil looks up with red-rimmed eyes and coughs a bit, spitting out reddish dust from the devils. Sol moves to help her up, as does Haemir, with Xel'Aw cheering them on. She starts to break out in a purplish rash and looks a little flushed before retching a little more.

'Lil is sickened but seems able to carry on if you choose to do so. At least nothing has attacked you from the tunnel... yet.

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 22/25; CMD: 15
Tuesday April 16th, 2019 11:28:13 PM
"Well, shall we wait a few minutes before proceeding? Or can we press forward now?" Caelwyn eyes the entrance to the tunnel, thinking about what may be inside.

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21
Wednesday April 17th, 2019 5:36:27 AM
Grindar looks at ‘Lil with deep concern in his eyes, and says, “How do you want to proceed ‘Lil? We can wait for as long as you need!” He looks around with a feeling of total uselessness silently willing for someone or something to come to ‘Lil’s aid.

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14
Wednesday April 17th, 2019 10:07:47 AM
'Lil lands, coughs out red dust, and stands straight up. She expertly grabs Ramona off her back and starts stomping towards the dust devils. "Alright you little buggers, COME TRY THAT AGAIN." She swings at nothing and gets turned around by the momentum of the hammer. She spins a few times before collapsing and losing her breakfast.

She stands unsteadily. "This whole blasted place is tryin'a kill me, but it's gonna have to try harder than that. Let's go..."

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1
Wednesday April 17th, 2019 3:01:50 PM
"I hear that 'Lil. try getting swallowed by a frog." Bigby follows the group into the tunnel. "once more into the breach?"

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 - Bandit: HP:6/6 AC:15
Wednesday April 17th, 2019 3:47:42 PM
"As Grindar says we can't wait Lil"?

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None
Wednesday April 17th, 2019 4:49:03 PM
Sol looks at Lil, then to Haemir and Caelwyn.

"Do either of you have any spells that may help counteract her sickness?"

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 22/25; CMD: 15
Wednesday April 17th, 2019 8:20:26 PM
Caelwyn shakes his head in response to Sol's question. "I'm afraid I am incapable of curing this with Domi's power. Do we have any potions that might help?"

There's a (green) light at the end of the tunnel (DM BatMark)
Wednesday April 17th, 2019 9:00:06 PM

Caelwyn ponders the best way ahead. Grindar looks concerned and lost, not sure who can help 'Lil. 'Lil takes some big swings at a whole lot of nothing, managing only to lose her balance and her lunch, but then says she is ready to go. Bigby offers a sympathetic comparison to being eaten by a frog, then follows. Haemir is willing to wait, but seems to be preempted by the others. Sol wonders aloud whether anyone has a spell to help counteract the sickness, but it doesn't seem to be the case. Xel'Aw remains silent on the matter, as does a concerned-looking Thich.

You move down the tunnel of grass, eyes peeled for signs of danger. After about 100 feet, you arrive at point where the grass tunnel yields to a real tunnel into the slope of a hillock. You can see that it opens into a room about 60 feet ahead, and there is a dim green glow in the room, but you cannot make out more from this vantage point.

What could this mean? Should you investigate further?

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 - Bandit: HP:6/6 AC:15
Thursday April 18th, 2019 3:08:03 AM
"Unfortunelaty not Sol" Haemir nods up towards the skeletons "Shall we deal with them first?"

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21 d20+3=5 ; d20+7=23 ; d20+6=25 ; d8=2 ;
Thursday April 18th, 2019 5:23:03 AM
“Well we’ve come this far”, Grindar says as the green glowing room comes into view, “Let me try to sneak up and try to investigate”. As he tries to sneak up on the room, Grindar steps on a branch causing a loud snap.(stealth 5) He instantly freezes looking around for signs of an enemy, (perception 23) prepared to attack anything that attacks him. If nothing attacks, he will continue on to investigate the room.

Readied action: two handed weapon attack
D20+6=25 for 2+6=8 damage

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 25/25; CMD: 15 d20+2=6 ;
Thursday April 18th, 2019 9:48:37 AM
Caelwyn has, by this time, put his breastplate back on. Realizing that he will likely make extra noise if he follows his half-orc companion, Caelwyn instead readies his shield and trident as Grindar advances. He is prepared to charge forward and attack if enemies appear.

He also looks around in confusion, wondering what Haemir is looking at. (Perception 6)

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14 d20+6=15 ;
Thursday April 18th, 2019 10:07:40 AM
"Oh yea, we're killin' it out here today," 'Lil says with a chuckle when Grindar reveals their location. She keeps an eye out for the inevitable danger heading their way.

Perception: 13 (forgot to take -2 for sickness)

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+9=29 ;
Thursday April 18th, 2019 1:50:56 PM
perception (29). Bigby and Wolfgang joins the group towards the room. "Let's see what Bigby can add to the list of things he hates...ants...frogs...and now what. Did I just say that outloud?" remember to keep thoughts to self Bigby.

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10 d20+1=21 ; d20+1=2 ; d8=2 ;
Thursday April 18th, 2019 4:32:33 PM
Xel'Aw is unusually quiet, he seems to be ruminating on something. You just let her there, you coward. Why didn't you rush back and help Lil? But he remains silent otherwise until SNAP the noise cuts through and Lil and Bigby speaking ahead bring him back to the present. Xel'Aw readies his crossbow. (Crit, failed to confirm (nat 20 and a nat 1 yeesh) for 2 damage if something jumps out)

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None
Thursday April 18th, 2019 7:09:54 PM
Sol chuckles and puts his head in his hand.

"Fear not! We are brave adventurers!" he can't help by smile.

"We will make lots of noise and scare your enemies away!"

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 - Bandit: HP:6/6 AC:15
Thursday April 18th, 2019 8:07:52 PM
"Wait a sec .. didn't we cross over here to deal with these skeletons"? Pointing at them...

Those taste better with peanut butter (DM BatMark)
Thursday April 18th, 2019 9:49:28 PM

The dust devils must have also clouded your minds, but you belatedly realize that you already managed to destroy the restrained skeletons without a real fight. (OOC See, Friday's post)

Haemir looks around for the skeletons, and spots their remains back where you started before crossing the dust devil swept area. Grindar tries to sneak up on the room, but you can all hear him loudly crunching through the dirt in the tunnel. Bigby and Wolfgang move up to help him. Caelwyn gears up and gets ready for trouble, as does the green-around-the-gills 'Lil. Xel'Aw thinks quietly on his self-imagined cowardice, but covers his fellows as they move forward. Sol adds to the racket, but still nothing rises to the challenge.

Grindar and Bigby take a look into the room. Grindar and Bigby Highlight to display spoiler: {can see that it is roughly 30 foot square and covered in three types of unusual growths. The light comes from some large mushrooms that glow green in the darkness. There are black and brown mottled mushrooms, and deep red ones. All three types grow in mixed clumps covering most of the walls, floor, and ceiling of the room. You see no additional exits, nor do you see any creatures.}

Nothing has yet emerged to attack you. How do you proceed?

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 - Bandit: HP:6/6 AC:15
Friday April 19th, 2019 3:43:23 AM
"Wow you guys are good I didn't even notice you'd killed them". Loading his xbow Haemir waits for the scouts to return.

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21 d20+4=16 ;
Friday April 19th, 2019 5:19:20 AM
Grindar attempts to identify the mushrooms, (knowledge nature 16), then walks back to the rest of the group and reports, ”There are some crazy mushrooms up ahead, but other then that, the coast is clear for the moment”. He would definitely share what he knows, if anything, about the mushrooms with his friends.

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 25/25; CMD: 15
Friday April 19th, 2019 1:40:34 PM
"Mushrooms?" Caelwyn looks confused. "Is there a further tunnel ahead? Given the skeletons, I feel there must be some cursed necromancy at work here. Allow me to check something..."

With his weapons ready, Caelwy will, after listening to Grindar, proceed to the tunnel entrance. He will look carefully inside and case Detect Evil on the mushrooms and anything else inside.

OOC: If Grindar identifies anything immediately dangerous about these fungi, he will not proceed down the tunnel, but will confer with his companions.

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14
Friday April 19th, 2019 2:00:39 PM
'Lil pulls out Ramona at the mention of mushrooms. "I ain't trusting NOTHING in this place. Show me them mushrooms. I'll handle this."

She hurks a bit when she thinks of food. Mushrooms are delicious, after all. She lets the nature folks do their thing.

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None
Friday April 19th, 2019 5:40:10 PM
Sol follows the others into the cave, and stops when they do.

"Mushrooms? They are disgusting... can we not just ignore them and move on?"

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+9=27 ;
Friday April 19th, 2019 7:10:18 PM
knowledge nature on mushrooms (27) and detect poison spell on mushrooms. "Grindar is correct. there's three types of mushrooms...green glowing ones...black and brown mottled ones...and red ones...they are covering the floors ceilings and and floor."

Don't eat the green ones (DM BatMark)
Friday April 19th, 2019 8:59:58 PM
Haemir, satisfied that the skeletons are destroyed, loads his crossbow and waits for the scouts to return.

Grindar checks out the mushrooms, but they are nothing that he is familiar with. He reports back on their presence and description. The room is roughly 30 foot square and covered in three types of unusual growths. The light comes from some large mushrooms that glow green in the darkness. There are also black and brown mottled mushrooms, and deep red ones. All three types grow in mixed clumps covering most of the walls, floor, and ceiling of the room. Grindar saw no additional exits, nor any creatures.

Caelwyn hears this, and proceeds to scan the room and shrooms with detect evil. Highlight to display spoiler: {Caelwyn detects no evil.}

'Lil still doesn't trust the situation, and feels at little queasy at the thought of eating mushrooms. Sol thinks the whole idea is disgusting too.

Bigby steps up, and gasps when he realizes what he is looking at. Highlight to display spoiler: { Each of these can be poisonous, but some are also useful. The glowing green ones are mutated Glowtruffles. When properly prepared, they can help counteract the affects of afflcitions caused by Bloodweed. Touching them while they still live can make you sick, though. The black & brown ones are Badjujstools, which when disturbed release a dust that causes forgetfulness that lasts for hours. The deep red ones are BloodAngel, and can be used to coat weapons or ammunition, and cause extra bleed damage when a foe is struck.}

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+10=20 ;
Friday April 19th, 2019 11:37:13 PM
"each of these mushrooms can be poisonous. Some can be useful. The glowing green ones are mutated Glowtruffles. When properly prepared, they can help counteract the affects of afflcitions caused by Bloodweed. Touching them while they still live can make you sick, though. Make sure when you harvest these you don't touch them till they're dead. The black & brown ones are Badjujstools, which when disturbed release a dust that causes forgetfulness that lasts for hours. The deep red ones are BloodAngel, and can be used to coat weapons or ammunition, and cause extra bleed damage when a foe is struck. Shall we gather some?" Bigby considers getting some blood angel. He will be careful cutting them and not handling them by hands and put into his bag. Bigby casts guidance on himself for +1 then uses his survival skill to try to extract some red mushrooms (20).

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 - Bandit: HP:6/6 AC:15 d100=67 ; d20+7=21 ;
Saturday April 20th, 2019 10:15:00 AM
Whilst listening to Bigby Haemir studies the whirlwinds until he is happy they are safe to forage, then (pending Caelwyn giving the all clear) he makes some mystical gestures and mutters something intelligible. Not far away a slight rustle in the grasses occurs ~ or was it just the wind?

"Ah there you are Jeeves, I was wondering where you'd got to. Be a good chap will you and take this. Please would you fetch some of the dark red mushrooms in there? Be careful not to disrupt anything else". Taking his scroll case he dumps the contents in to his back pack and passes it to .. well no one really... (a.k.a. Jeeves).
"If anyone else wants any just place your containers here" he says gesturing to the ground.

Just as the looks start to exchange the scroll case dances up and away...

If anyone else goes in he will ask if they want to or to allow Jeeves. If they persist he will hold Jeeves back. In other words Jeeves won't disrupt anyone else's forage. Once done he takes out some Botany vials and hands them to Jeeves asking him to obtain some of the green glowing fungus, and then lastly he will instruct Jeeves to disturb some of the black and brown mushrooms and then scrape up the dust in to a vial and put the lid on... This will be the last thing we do as the room will be unsafe from here on in.

Haemir is a keen botanist (Knowledge Nature: 21) and will adjust his tactics (or leave the green one) if he thinks something else is better or take on board any party suggestions. He will instruct Jeeves in each stage - one bit at a time a time (so as to make it lots of short simple orders) and stay well back (at the edge of his spell range).

With the badjuju one Haemir will direct Jeeves to clean any excess off (after corking it) and leave the cloth behind and then wrap it in some more before handing it over.

Throughout the whole experience the elf seems quite excited and when done secures the stash and takes out a book to make some notes. Thrilled to the core to discover an unseen herb for him.

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17
Saturday April 20th, 2019 11:11:05 AM
(Feel free to sub Herbalism for Knowledge Nature above - if more applicable - the result would be 19)

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 25/25; CMD: 15 d20+2=22 ;
Saturday April 20th, 2019 9:09:54 PM
Content that the mushrooms are not evil, Caelwyn decides to wait and watch his more nature-proficient comrades do their work. He raises an eyebrow at Jeeves, not quite sure who or what is gathering mushrooms for Haemir.

"Forgive me ignorance, but can I ask who Jeeves is, exactly?"

While he waits, he will keep watch and plan their next move. Perception - nat 20 (to watch for enemies and survey the area, to figure out where to go next)

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17
Sunday April 21st, 2019 6:31:54 AM
Haemir gives Caelwyn a cheeky grin. "Jeeves is our family butler", he waits a second or two and then adds "Although he's been somewhat slacking in his duties recently".

Fand rolls her eyes and raising a claw she wiggles it at the Paladin as if to indicate it's some sort of 'magic' thing.

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21
Monday April 22nd, 2019 5:17:44 AM
Grindar isn’t overly keen on the idea of using poisons, as such, so he makes a point to stay clear of the mushroom harvest. He doesn’t think ill of his friends who see their value, heck, he understands the value himself, he just considers it bad form to use poisons, and won’t risk poisoning himself trying to cover his blades in them.

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+9=25 ;
Monday April 22nd, 2019 9:59:18 AM
"This Jeeves guy really comes in handy Haemir. Thanks for using him to get the mushrooms. Perception (25) to check out noise by the grass. Wolfgang will try to use his scent to see what is behind the grass.

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14
Monday April 22nd, 2019 10:06:51 AM
'Lil can't even look at the darn things.

"If yer gonna grab some mushrooms, do it fast so we can move on. Please...I can't...oh gods."

She ain't got nothing left to come up, but that don't stop her body from tryin'. She moves quickly past the things.

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17
Monday April 22nd, 2019 5:26:32 PM
Haemir notices that Grindar & 'Lil step back and secretly admires them, 'Heck they have more muscles than I do' he thinks, '& I need all the help I can get... Maybe the green one will also save someone one day, as for the rest...' but if honest - he isn't really thinking about poisons & such he's just getting his B.G.H.S. on, simply trying to look intelligent & avoid drooling.

Fand (recognising Botany-Geek-Head Syndrome) shakes her head in a loving 'here we go again' motherly-understanding kind of way & takes to the air performing aerial reconnaissance.

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None d20+10=14 ;
Monday April 22nd, 2019 6:38:17 PM
Sol chuckles at the use of the Unseen Servant spell.

"That is rather useful. I perhaps could have done it and you could have saved your spell power thought."

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10
Monday April 22nd, 2019 6:47:28 PM
Xel'Aw assists the invisible servant with mage hand, carrying the mushrooms back to waiting sacks. "I wonder if we can get those forgetful jujo things into a flask and use it as a crowd control bomb..."

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 25/25; CMD: 15
Monday April 22nd, 2019 7:43:42 PM
"Do you think its worth the risk of it breaking and affecting us?" Caelwyn considers Xel'Aw's proposal. "What level of forgetfulness are we talking about here?"

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1
Monday April 22nd, 2019 8:03:37 PM
"what were we talking about again? Oh no it's affected me already."

Pocket full of kryptonite (DM BatMark)
Monday April 22nd, 2019 8:30:55 PM

Bigby is able to provide an impressive amount of information on the various mushrooms, and is interested in collecting some of the BloodAngels. Before he does, however, Haemir pulls out a simple marionette-like bit of string and wood, moves his hands in a complicated pattern, and speaks a few eldritch syllables. There is a rustle in the grass as the invisible Jeeves arrives on the scene and proceeds to do Haemir's bidding. Jeeves is able to carefully collect samples of each type, with enough Glowtruffles for 8 concoctions (once prepared), 12 of the BoodAngel, and a very small amount of the Badjuju dust, which is hard to collect. Sol is impressed, and offers to spend his power next time such a thing is required. Xel'Aw uses a mage hand to assist this time as well. He wonders if you could harvest the juju things and make some sort of memory bomb, but it seems as if it takes so little to set them off that it wouldn't be possible with any method available to you at this point. Bigby cracks a joke about already forgetting what is going on…at least you think it is a joke.

Caelwyn expresses concern about carrying around any of the juju dust, but is reassured by Hameir that you have not collected enough to affect a person. Caelwyn then keeps watch and asks aloud about the provenance of Jeeves, with Haemir offering a simplistic explanation and Fand implying that there might be some magic involved.

Grindar keeps his distance, not judging but not wanting to be a user of the BloodAngel himself.

'Lil looks even sicker, if that is possible. Could she be getting worse, not better, over time? Thich seems concerned about her condition.

Meanwhile, you have collected what seems to be useful here in the cave tunnel. Time to get back on the trail, or do you have more that you want to try here?

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17
Monday April 22nd, 2019 9:07:22 PM
Haemir stores the Badjuju and Glowtruffles away (unless anyone wants some now?) & shares the BloodAngel around. "'Lil, are you okay? Shall we move on"?

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21 d20+2=20 ;
Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 5:19:43 AM
Grindar is getting real worried for ‘Lil and he does his best to try to diagnose her ailment. (Heal 20) he looks at her with sympathetic eyes and wonders out loud if the party is missing something.

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14
Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 10:22:49 AM
"Ugh, stop fussin' over me," 'Lil says as she shoos Grindar's hand away. "I'm fine. Let's just move on."

She's not fine, but don't go telling her that.

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+9=22 ;
Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 12:16:23 PM
Bigby will try to detect poison in 'Lil. it's probably not that but that's the best he can do with no healing sickness spells in his arsenol. Bigby will also cast a cure light wounds spell on 'Lil. Otherwise Bigby will make a perception check as they keep moving forward (22).

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10
Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 2:49:57 PM
"I wonder if I try tasting the badjuju spores that cause forgetfulness, if it could work in opposite. I already forgot so much of my past, perhaps another conk on the head will bring it back... Nah, that's some looney thinking there. Then again, maybe if Lil' gets swirled by the clouds again... Hmm... Bigby? Those Glowtruffles you say can make you sick if you're exposed to them before they die - any change they're in that tunnel and Lil may have been in contact during the kerfluffle? What are the symptoms of the afflicted? And is there some kind of cure?"

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None
Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 6:45:32 PM
Sol looks concerned for Lil, but is also clearly frustrated as he feels he can do nothing to help her.

"This is not the my sort of magic, I cannot do anything for you, I am sorry."

Is there a doctor in the house? (DM BatMark)
Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 9:03:17 PM

Haemir stores away the findings, and inquires into your readiness to move on.

Bigby casts detect poison on 'Lil, but finds none. He offers a cure light wounds, but soon learns that it will not help (OOC: you do not need to spend the spell slot, you gain the below information before you can do so.) Xel'Aw wonders what might be going on here, and whether there is something that could be done to help.

'Lil tries to shrug off the additional assistance, but not before Grindar can get a close enough look to diagnose the problem. He thinks back to the odd red tinge in the dust devils, ruminates on the symptoms, and reaches a dire prognosis. 'Lil has been afflicted by the Sargrass Sickness, associated with mutated Bloodweed! It must have been caught up and carried by the dust devils from some other location. You need to act fast—it gets progressively worse and in just a couple of days will turn the afflicted into raging monsters, with no known hope of a cure.

Fortunately, Bigby has already determined that the Glowtruffles should be able to help. It will take four hours of careful work to prepare an infusion, requiring a DC 15 Craft Alchemy check. Sol up until that point was despondent about not having the right kind of magic, but his ears might perk up at this news…

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 25/25; CMD: 15
Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 9:39:45 PM
"Well, losing four hours of time beats watching Lil turn into a crazed monster, I guess." Caelwyn smiles as he tries to lighten the mood. "Should we look for a better place to shelter while we prepare the necessary infusion, or must we do it here?"

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1
Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 11:20:23 PM
Alright Sol time do your alchemy with the Glowtruffles. Sounds like Grindar found the problem and I found the cure. But I think you're the one who can actually use it to help 'Lil." Maybe someone with similar skill can assist him. Bigby will cast guidance on Sol for when he is ready (which will give a +1 to skill check).

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21
Wednesday April 24th, 2019 5:46:42 AM
Grindar is somewhat relieved to discover ‘Lil’s ailment, especially since they have the means for the cure at hand. He looks to Sol and says, “It’s up to you my friend!” He then asks the rest, “Does anyone else have the intellect to give Sol a hand?”

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+3=5 ; d20+2=13 ;
Wednesday April 24th, 2019 9:39:06 AM
"I think we should do it here. That is if you think you can Sol? It wouldn't do well if set off and were attacked again. Anything could happen"! Haemir offers to keep look out but in honesty isn't much use as he keeps watching what Sol is doing fascinated and also worried for 'Lil.

Fand does a better job (Perception:13) from the air.

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1
Wednesday April 24th, 2019 10:18:51 AM
"our curious bard friend seems the smart type perhaps he can assist Sol."

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14
Wednesday April 24th, 2019 12:40:38 PM
'Lil coughs. "I'm gonna become a monster a lot sooner than a couple'a days if you folks keep pokin' at me." Still, if there's a cure to be had, she's content to sit and see if Sol can make it happen. Hopefully no frog things come and spoil the picnic.

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None d20+15=31 ;
Wednesday April 24th, 2019 5:48:04 PM
((Craft (Alchemy) Roll of 26, sorry added +15 by mistake, not +10))

Sol nods to Haemir,

"I am certain I can, as I do not think we have the time to do anything else."

He takes a deep breath as he begins. You notice he continues with singular focus, he doesn't deviate from the task, almost paying no attention to anything else going on around, almost as if nothing else around him exists while he works. If someone offers to help he will offer accurate, and simple (ish) instructions such as "Crush that so no piece is larger than a few grains of salt." or "Stir this constantly and at a steady pace."

He works quickly and efficiently to turn the Glowtruffles into the required infusion, not even taking a break or showing any signs of slowing down until it is ready, clearly very much in his element.

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17
Wednesday April 24th, 2019 5:55:09 PM
After a while Haemir gives up the pretence that he's on lookout and jumps in to help - fascinated by Sol's level of skill he watches with awe and follows any instructions given.

Nearing its conclusion even Fand swoops down and perches nearby to observe.

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10 d20+4=15 ;
Wednesday April 24th, 2019 6:31:11 PM
Xel'Aw cannot follow everything Sol and Haemir are doing, but he can crush herbs with the best of them. (Assist untrained max 10? otherwise 15)

She's gonna make it! (DM BatMark)
Wednesday April 24th, 2019 8:26:48 PM

Caelwyn cracks a joke and leads the party just far enough away from the tunnel and dust devil to find a safe place for brewing concoctions, heading Haemir's advice that the party not run into other trouble before resolving this challenge. Grindar gives Sol some insight into the task at hand, while Bigby offers some moral support and a guidance spell to Sol to assist his alchemy efforts. Xel'Aw and Haemir offer willing if untrained assistance. 'Lil is acting more like she has a Man-Cold than the Sargrass Sickness, but eventually agrees to be treated, if she must.

Sol gets down to business, working in a focused and methodical manner, oblivious to all around him. Other than a few terse instructions, he communicates little, but exactly four hours later, he looks up, seemingly surprised that the rest of the Wold is still around him, and nods. He hands the infusion to 'Lil, who gamely drinks it down in one go. It takes a few minutes, but you can all see that she is slowly getting some of her normal color back and standing a little straighter. She's not one hundred percent, but seems to be on the mend!

You can move out again, if you so choose. Or wait here to die, your choice.

(You each gain 100XP!)

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 25/25; CMD: 15 d20+2=5 ;
Wednesday April 24th, 2019 8:28:19 PM
Caelwyn is curious about the process, but tries to stay on lookout. He gets rather distracted by everything going on, however. (Perception 5)

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17
Thursday April 25th, 2019 4:40:08 AM
Fand tilts her head to one side and gives Sol a strange look whilst he works but after a while she shakes it off and takes to the air.

Haemir studies 'Lil as she drinks the brew - almost holding his breath and breathing out a sigh of relief as some of her colour starts to return. Slapping Sol on the back he says "Well done brother, that was an excellent job"! Collecting his back pack he waits for everyone, "Right, if everyone is ready? Let's get out of here".

The professor frowns as the group sets off wondering what other strange things are out here in the plains...

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21
Thursday April 25th, 2019 5:46:04 AM
Seeing ‘Lil's recovery, Grindar is overjoyed. He runs over to Sol and embraces him in a over-exuberant bear hug, lifting the man off his feet saying, ”I knew you could do it Bro!” He then gently sets the mage down and turns to ‘Lil. He is about to give her the same treatment, but one look from her is all it takes for him to see the folly in such an action, so instead he simply places his hand on her shoulder and says, ”I’m overjoyed to see you on the mend sister!”

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14
Thursday April 25th, 2019 10:16:44 AM
'Lil stands, then bends over holding one finger in the air in a "one moment" gesture. She wretches one more time, getting the last of the stuff out of her. Then she stands upright again.

She clasps Sol on the shoulder and looks him in the eyes. "Dude, thanks for savin' my life. Hope I get to return the favor a bunch'a times." She shakes out her arms and wipes some...stuff...off her mouth. "Ok, let's get the heck out of this place."

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+9=22 ;
Thursday April 25th, 2019 11:33:40 AM
"Good job Sol, and glad you're back with us 'Lil. Onward then?" (perception 22 as move forward). "I'm glad Jeeves got some of those mushrooms. Seems we may need it in the future"

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None
Thursday April 25th, 2019 8:08:55 PM
Sol simply smiles at the kind reactions, as if he's not quite sure how to react, but clearly pleased he has done something useful. As Haemir claps him on the back he almost stumbles forward, obviously not expecting it, but a simple, powerfully happy grin on his face.

On the road again (DM BatMark)
Thursday April 25th, 2019 9:34:16 PM

Caelwyn keeps a somewhat distracted watch during the alchemical process.

Fand gives Sol a bit of a strange look during the proceeding, while Haemir gives him a hearty attaboy before recommending that you return to your journey.

Grindar too is overjoyed, adding his own bearhug to the backslapping. He wisely chooses to be less demonstrative with 'Lil. 'Lil gives one final heave, then brightens and thanks Sol for his work. She's ready to go too, as is a thankful Bigby, who remarks that you may need those other mushrooms in the future.

Xel'Aw for once lets you proceed in silence.

Sol smiles a little uncertainly at all the accolades and practically falls over when slapped on the back, but appreciates it nonetheless.

You get back on the trail, with Thich pointing out the rapidly approaching Crystal Mountains ahead. He expects to arrive within about a day or two. Are there any measures you would like to take as you get closer?

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 25/25; CMD: 15
Thursday April 25th, 2019 9:50:27 PM
"Thich, what can we expect when we arrive? Any information you can give us? How should we speak, and conduct ourselves?" Caelwyn is eager to communicate properly with anyone they encounter.

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21 d20+8=15 ;
Friday April 26th, 2019 5:21:05 AM
Grindar listens in while Caelwyn asks Thich to instruct them on proper protocol, and nods his agreement to the query. As the party travels, He try’s to keep a vigilant watch as he leads his rag-tag group of friends through the Sarrgrass. (Perception 15)

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14
Friday April 26th, 2019 10:06:13 AM
'Lil's in much higher spirits now that she's not so sick. She shoves down the desire to whistle a tune as they walk, seeing how she's almost positive that the Sargrass is gonna send something to kill her if she looks too happy.

She's curious to hear what Thich has to say about what to expect.

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10
Friday April 26th, 2019 12:11:47 PM
"I for one am terrified of these Crystal Mountains. How does one stay completely silent throughout? What if something surprises one of us and we let out a shriek? I mean, with our experience a single ant crawling up the leg could lead to a massive series of explosions that could end us all. What if one of us just whistles out a merry tune as we walk...

Xel'Aw, if someone notices, repacks his gear a couple times trying to make sure that nothing jingles on him. Every buckle pulled tight, every vial packed between cloth and paper to ensure they don't ding together and he grumbles to himself, "Let's handicap the bard even more, no noise. I'll have to take up pantomime. No one likes mimes..."

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+9=21 ;
Friday April 26th, 2019 12:58:21 PM
Bigby and Wolfgang would like to do some hunting before the party takes off. Bigby will offer if anyone wants to join. (survival: 21). Will present food found to the party to eat and any left overs to store away for later. "as for mimes...a mime is a terrible thing to waste."

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17
Friday April 26th, 2019 4:54:58 PM
Haemir remembers hearing that Thich has some sort of power to help them pass, or did he imagine it? He waits to here the answer and stays vigilant.

"Sol, you asked me about the book, well it's a spell book and you're more than welcome to learn any spells you can from it. It also talks about other stuff but it seems theoretical for now. When we get some time you are most welcome to peruse the spells contained within" he offers a reassuring smile.

"I am glad you're feeling better 'Lil"

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None
Friday April 26th, 2019 6:40:49 PM
Sol nods at Haemir's offer.

"Thank you, I will certainly take you up on it. If there are any spells in my tome that you would find useful, please do let me know."

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21 d20=9 ;
Saturday April 27th, 2019 7:26:34 AM
Grindar gladly goes hunting with Bigby and Wolfgang (survival 9+7=16) glad for the opportunity to spend some quality time with his friend, and help provide food stuffs for the group.

What's that noise? (DM BatMark) d20+2=9 ;
Saturday April 27th, 2019 9:53:43 AM
Caelwyn asks what to expect when you arrive. Thich responds, "It is a beautiful but dangerous place. The various crystals in the range resonate with any loud noises or impacts, and if that resonance builds up enough—a threshold quite easily reached—then they can explode, shattering into shards that will flay you. We monks have a chant that can silence the resonance, within a small radius that depends on the kinds of crystal nearby and the volume of the disturbance. It would be wise to remain close to me as we move through the mountains."

Grindar listens to this and keep an eye out for hazards as you move. 'Lil also listens in, and wonders what will try to kill her next.

Xel'Aw tries to recall Mime 101 from Bard Camp last summer, but isn't sure that he was paying enough attention. He asks about some unlikely scenarios, earning a cool stare from Thich.

Bigby and Wolfgang do some hunting, bringing back some more prairie pigs and a bad mime joke. Grindar helps with the hunting.

Haemir nods as Thich reiterates his point about the monks' chant, then offers to trade spells with Sol when the time arises. Sol agrees to such sharing.

Your chatter comes to an end when several of you hear something in the grass behind you. You see nothing in the dense grass, but something or somethings big were moving back there. What do you do?

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+2=20 ;
Saturday April 27th, 2019 2:44:17 PM
"Fand can you check that out"?

Fand swoops up for a look (Perception:20)

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+9=22 ;
Sunday April 28th, 2019 5:24:24 PM
Wolfgang will use his scent to see if he can pick up any sort of creature that might be in the grass. Perception check for Bigby (22). "wonder what it is now."

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 25/25; CMD: 15 d20+2=5 ;
Sunday April 28th, 2019 8:32:48 PM
Caelwyn turns toward the sound, placing himself in front of the nearest spellcaster and taking a defensive action to prepare for any trouble. He strains to see what is coming. Perception 5

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21 d20+7=12 ; d10=3 ;
Monday April 29th, 2019 5:46:02 AM
After moving to the front of the line, standing next to Caelwyn, with Cyrchwr Mawr in hand, Grindar tries to get a glimpse of the new threat (perception 12) Under his breath he says, ”What Next”?!”

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14
Monday April 29th, 2019 9:38:06 AM
'Lil frees Ramona from her back, ready to pound anything that comes at them.

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10 d8=4 ;
Monday April 29th, 2019 3:53:42 PM
Xel'Aw casts immediately, putting Resistance on his closest ally (Bigby by my d8) and begins preparing a poem for the occassion...

Resistance - You imbue the subject with magical energy that protects it from harm, granting it a +1 resistance bonus on saves. Lasts 1 minute (10 rounds)

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: Mage Armour d20+1=2 ;
Monday April 29th, 2019 5:07:11 PM
Sol freezes up, preparing for combat, and casts Mage Armour on himself, getting ready to look around for whatever it is.

((OoC: Nat 1 on that roll...))

It's gonna be loud! (DM BatMark) d8=3 ; d20=3 ; d4=1 ;
Monday April 29th, 2019 8:56:58 PM
Caelwyn takes up a defensive position at the rear of the party, alongside 'Lil, who readies Ramona. Grindar joins the line as well, muttering "What next?" Xel'Aw
gives Resistance to Bigby and starts thinking of what rhymes with grass. Sol stops quaking long enough to mage armour up.

Fand flies up and starts to head back down your backtrail, while Wolfgang sniffs the air. The approaching creature(s) is downwind, however, so he scents nothing. Suddenly, Fand squawks, "It comes!" just before an unearthly scream tears through the grass.

(The scream is quite rattling, and everyone except Fand must make a DC12 WILL save or be stunned. If you fail the save, roll a d4 and report the result in your post. Bigby, don't forget your Resistance bonus from Xel'Aw's timely spell. A stunned creature drops everything held, can't take actions, takes a –2 penalty to AC, and loses its Dexteritybonus to AC (if any).)

Thich covers his ears and staggers, clearly stunned. You still can't see the thing, it must be out there in the grass somewhere. Even Fand only knows its general location, because the grass is too tall and thick to see down into. He can try to fly in closer for a look, or remain above to track its general location.

How will you confront this threat?

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 25/25; CMD: 15 d20+5=18 ; d20+2=15 ;
Monday April 29th, 2019 10:23:19 PM
Caelwyn, not easily intimidated after years fighting a variety of foes, shakes off the shriek fairly quickly. Unable to see the enemy, he decides the best thing to do is draw it out so it will stop screaming at them. If they can see it, they can kill it. "When it comes at me, go for the kill" he murmurs to his comrades. (Will save 18)

He walks toward the source of the noise about 20 feet, shield raised, trident at the ready. "Come and get me" he mutters, his eyes watching the grass for any sign of movement. (Perception 15)

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+5=17 ;
Tuesday April 30th, 2019 1:46:42 AM
Fand circles above (not opting to get closer), meanwhile Haemir feels the sound wash over him (Will Sv: 17). As Caelwyn tells the party his plan Haemir steps up behind him and mutters a few archaic phrases and touches the Paladins shoulder. A shimmering, magical field appears around him (granting Caelwyn a +2 deflection bonus to his AC for 1 minute).

"Whatever it is Fand is flying roughly above it. Hopefully Xel'Aw, one of your poems will prevent that sonic scream from doing anything"?! He says gripping his xbow once more.

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21 d20+2=4 ; d4=4 ;
Tuesday April 30th, 2019 5:24:46 AM
reflex 4, d4roll 4Grindar covers his ears as the beastie screams, dropping Cyrchwr Mawr in the process. He just stands there like an idiot, as his friends prepare for battle.

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+6=15 ; d20+7=9 ; d20+6=23 ; d6+1=6 ; d20+6=16 ;
Tuesday April 30th, 2019 10:02:36 AM
Bigby looks over to Grindar and sees that he has dropped his weapon and thinks, I hope the big guys ok, but we need to deal with this threat before it kills us all. Ready a charge Wolfgang. Hearing the shriek scares Bigby, but he shakes it off with the help of Xel(will save 15). Bigby readies a charge for when the creature reveals itself. (9 for Bigby, 23 for wolfgang). dmg for wolfgang (6). (16 for a possible trip by Wolfgang).

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14 d20+8=23 ; d20+1=10 ;
Tuesday April 30th, 2019 1:13:13 PM
'Lil watches her friends drop their stuff, glad she didn't embarrass herself twice in one day. The moment any stupid monsters put their stupid faces within her reach, she swings...poorly.

Hit AC 10.

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: Mage Armour d20+3=15 ; d20+5=16 ; d6-1=1 ; d20+10=20 ;
Tuesday April 30th, 2019 1:39:55 PM
((Will save - 15))

Sol manages to stand firm, and gets closer to Caelwyn, but staying behind him, and as soon as he sees the creature will use Hands of the Apprentice to attack it, and also try to figure out what it is and what is the best way to defeat it.

((Attack - 16, 1 damage))
((Knowledge (Arcana or Planes if relevant) - 20))

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10 d20+5=13 ; d20+8=10 ; d6=1 ;
Tuesday April 30th, 2019 8:54:23 PM
Xel'Aw barely manages to avoid collapsing in himself at the noise. It is so overpowering, he presumes its effects must be magics. So he lets out a shrieking song himself, a noise composed of words in a hundred different languages, or one truly terrible cacophonous song, or poem... he doesn't sing so far as he recalls being on the Plains. The vibrations and frequencies, cadence are meant in direct contrast with the howl.

If the song is not magical, perhaps I'll spend a hero point to make it work even on a non-magic song?

Countersong (Su):...Any creature within 30 feet of the bard (including the bard himself) that is affected by a sonic or language-dependent magical attack may use the bard’s Perform check result in place of its saving throw if, after the saving throw is rolled, the Perform check result proves to be higher...

Result of performance Countersong = 10 so no luck, marked the skill point, if the DM rules it can work anyway, I'll spend a second hero point to add a d6 = 11 Countersong isn't going to work... :( Points removed on the character sheet.

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 27/27; CMD: 15
Tuesday April 30th, 2019 9:00:25 PM
Caelwyn smiles his thanks at Haemir over his shoulder, as he feels the effect of his spell.

(DM BatMark) d20+12=23 2d8(6+6)+8=20 d8=3 d8=4
Tuesday April 30th, 2019 9:26:18 PM
Xel’Aw digs deep, and bursts forth with a counter-howl of his own, freeing those who had been stunned from their plight! Those so afflicted may act next round. (Xel’Aw spends one hero point, which gives a flat +4 bonus)

Caelwyn steps out front, and smiles when receives a defensive boon from Haemir. ‘Lil steps up and readies her hammer as well, while Bigby looks to charge when able.

Sol readies a hand of the apprentice attack.

Fans gives a squawk just as a creature that seems like a cross between a horse and a raptor bursts from the grass with a roar. Sol recognizes this beast, it is a rapke, a poisonous, evil beast native to the Sargrass; Sol’s attack goes wide. ‘Lil also misses as the thing rushes up. Bigby’s charge is unsuccessful, but Wolfgang gets in a nip for 6hp of damage (no trip, though.) Fand is still squawking and flying around your left flank, but you need to make a dc20 perception check to try to hear it over the din of battle.

The beast rips into Caelwyn despite Haemir’s spell, doing 20 hp of damage. Caelwyn feels venom coursing through his veins. (Make a dc12 Fort Dave or take 7 points of Dex damage)

Your move! It is AC 22

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 7/27; CMD: 15 d20+7=10 ;
Tuesday April 30th, 2019 11:09:56 PM
Caelwyn was not prepared for an attack of this ferocity. The rapke tears aside his shield, its claws slashing deep into his body. The paladin goes down hard, blacking out as the beast's venom does terrible work. Domi, save us...

(DM Note: Calewyn is still conscious with 7hp, but -7 DEX damage, which is different than losing HP.)

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+2=4 ; d100=64 ; d20+1=14 ;
Wednesday May 1st, 2019 3:17:26 AM
Haemir is unable to hear what Fand is squawking on about (Perception:4) but sees her flying about and wonders if there is another creature off to the flank?!

(64% - making his arcane check vs armour) Haemir points at the Rapke and mutters an Ill Omen in a dark sounding language.

(Save: None, Roll Vs SR:14) Afflicts the creature with bad luck. On its next d20 roll the target makes, it must roll twice and take the less favorable result (duration 1 round).

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21 d20=9 ; d6=6 ;
Wednesday May 1st, 2019 5:25:50 AM
Thanks to Xel’Aw’s countersong, Grindar is able to snap back to attention. Realizing he dropped Cyrchwr Mawr, he draws his quarterstaff from his back, as he steps up and tries to hit the rapke with a two-handed swing.

9+6=15 for 6+6=12 damage

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+5=15 ; d20+5=7 ; d20+4=23 ; d6+1=2 ; d20+4=14 ;
Wednesday May 1st, 2019 11:12:24 AM
Bigby and Wolfgang will 5 foot step around the beast hoping to slowly inch towards a flanking position (even if it takes him 5' steps at a time). Bigby will take two attacks against the beast. (15, 7). Wolfgang will attempt to attack as well (23, 2 dmg). trip attempt 14. "this creature is dificult to attack. we need to get into a flanking position to give us everything we can to attack this creature."

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14 d20+1=6 ;
Wednesday May 1st, 2019 12:15:10 PM
'Lil kicks Caelwyn a bit. "Stop being so dramatic, dude. Get up and kill this thing!" She realizes she can't possibly out heal the damage this thing is capable of. Even if she heals Caelwyn as much as she possibly could, one more hit like that would still kill him.

So instead, she pounds the heck out of the ground next to the thing (Hit AC 6).

***

I understand this die roller is random, but 'Lil's luck with it since this campaign's inception has been abysmal. It is starting to get frustrating.

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: Mage Armour d20+1=3 ; d4+1=3 ;
Wednesday May 1st, 2019 4:48:02 PM
((Perception - Fail))

Sol intones words of power and thrusts his open palmed hand out at the Rapke, casting Magic Missile on the Assailant.

((3 Damage from Magic Missile))

He then tries to keep his distance from it, though he doesn't think it would make much difference if it decided to attack him...

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 18/9/18; HP: 7/27; CMD: 15 d20+5=15 ; d8+3=10 ;
Wednesday May 1st, 2019 8:38:14 PM
Shaking his head, Caelwyn realizes that he has been knocked backwards a bit, but is still conscious. He can feel that his injuries are serious, and prays that Domi might allow him to fight well to protect his companions. His head ringing from the rapke's attack, he grits his teeth and steps forward to stab at the creature's body with his trident. The beast is lightening quick, however, and manages to dodge to one side.

10+5=15 to hit, 10 damage (misses)

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10 d8+2=10 ;
Wednesday May 1st, 2019 9:26:58 PM
Xel'Aw does move (keeping Caelwyn between him and the creature) up to Caelwyn and puts his heal on him. It's a pretty good heal cause Xel'Aw needs to keep meat and metal between him and the bad guys.

Kill or be killed and eaten, not necessarily in that order (DM BatMark) d4=2 ; d20+12=15 ; d20+12=23 ; d20+7=14 ; d20+7=26 ; d4+4=8 ;
Wednesday May 1st, 2019 9:28:38 PM
Caelwyn swoons for a moment after taking such a big hit and being poisoned, but snaps to consciousness with a start when kicked by 'Lil. He tries to smite with his trident, but it fails to connect. Xel'Aw moves up to heal Caelwyn for 10hp!

Haemir suspects that there might be another of these things out there, but drops an ill omen on the one that he can see.

Grindar is saved from his stupor by Xel'Aw's countersong, but seems to still be sluggish as he lashes out with a staff, missing the rapke.

Bigby and Wolfgang start to crabwalk around the beast, while continuing their furious assault. They should be able to create a flank next round, unless something changes. Wolfgang strikes it for another 2hp of damage, but again fails to trip the wily creature.

Sol adds to the attack by unleashing a magic missile that unerringly strike the rapke or another 3hp of damage.

'Lil continues to store up karma for a mighty future blow that will lay low a fell foe, but for the moment hits nothing but air with Ramona.

The monster seems undeterred by the blows that it has suffered so far, and continues its attacks. It seems to have been fooled by Caelwyn's swoon, and turns its attention to Grindar, who looks like a big threat. Miraculously, its venomous bite misses, thanks to the ill omen that Haemir placed on it! It does manage to land one claw attack, dealing 8hp of damage to Grindar.

It seems to have a lot of fight left in it, how about you?

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 13/21 d20=14 ; d20=16 ; d6=5 ; d6=1 ;
Thursday May 2nd, 2019 5:33:36 AM
Grindar grunts as the rapke's claw tears through his flesh, but he shakes it and unleashes a full round attack with his quarterstaff.

main hand
14+4=18 for 5+4=9 damage

off hand
16+4=20 for 1+4=5 damage

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+2=3 ; d20+4=19 ; d6+1=6 ;
Thursday May 2nd, 2019 5:46:42 AM
Haemir is still unable to hear Fand (Perception:3), "What's up Fand? Is it another one"? He shouts.

Waving his hands Haemir throws nothing visible at the creature (ranged touch attack:15 includes -4 in to combat - storm blast for 6 dmg & a -2 penalty on attack rolls for 1 round) and winds blast around the creature.

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: Mage Armour d20+1=20 ;
Thursday May 2nd, 2019 8:01:07 AM
Sol immediately begins thinking about alternatives, this fight may not be winnable... which means retreat may be the only option, he starts looking around to see if there's anything that may service as a distraction so the party can get away. ((19 on Perception))

He does cast Daze on it all the same to see if he can help his fellows defeat it. (DC 15 Will Save or it's Dazed (can take no actions).)

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14 d20+1=21 ; d20+1=13 ; 2d6+3=8 ; 2d6+3=14 ;
Thursday May 2nd, 2019 10:25:16 AM
'Lil recovers from her wild swing and brings Ramona squarely down on the rapke. Her spirits lift as her hammer finally finds her mark.

Nat 20, confirm 13. 8 damage, 22 if crit.

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+7=26 ; d20+7=23 ; d2+3=5 ; d2+3=4 ; d20+6=11 ;
Thursday May 2nd, 2019 11:29:11 AM
Bigby and Wolfgang continue their crabwalk around the beast another 5 foot movement. must flank beast Bigby thinks. Bigby makes two attacks against the beast (assuming +2 for flanking 26, 23. dmg: 5, 4). Wolfgang attacks the beast as well with a bite and trip attempt (11).

ooc: I'm flanking with someone but not sure who. I'm assuming it's with either Caewyn or Grindar. So that means one of you gets a plus 2 bonus to attack.

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10
Thursday May 2nd, 2019 10:05:34 PM
Xel'Aw recognizes that he can heal and do a poem, but to get the idea going, he has to use his concentration a bit more. What rhymes with Rapke?

"Caelwyn took a blow,
Our strikes seem too slow -
But what the Rapke doesn't know,
The poem our strikes do ever grow.
With each unpleasant verse
Even if they're terse
There isn't any curse
Now let us win the purse."

Inspire Courage - From the Paizo Bard page A 1st-level bard can use his performance to inspire courage in his allies (including himself), bolstering them against fear and improving their combat abilities. To be affected, an ally must be able to perceive the bard's performance. An affected ally receives a +1 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +1 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. At 5th level, and every six bard levels thereafter, this bonus increases by +1, to a maximum of +4 at 17th level. Inspire courage is a mind-affecting ability. Inspire courage can use audible or visual components. The bard must choose which component to use when starting his performance.

The rapkes go two by two (DM BatMark) d20+4=10 ;
Thursday May 2nd, 2019 10:50:12 PM
Sol attempts to daze the creature, but then realizes too late that the spell only affects humanoids. (OOC The DM actually rolled the save, but then remembered that fact too.) He sees no way to escape this fight, given the creature's high speed and the difficulty you have moving through the grass.

Bigby and Wolfgang move around to flank the creature, providing flanking bonuses to Grindar and 'Lil. Bigby also scores two hits, doing a total of 9 damage to the rapke.

'Lil scores a good hit, although it slithers aside just enough to avoid getting completely brained by Ramona (no crit). It takes 8hp of damage.

Haemir wonders if you are being flanked, but has lost track of Fand above the grass. His storm blast hits the rapke, doing 6hp of damage and distracting its attacks a bit.

Grindar takes his lumps stoically, and takes his own swings, but the thing's thick hide deflects the blows.

Xel'Aw waxes poetic again, aiding his comrades in arms with some inspiration of courage.

Domi only knows what Caelwyn is doing, he seems frozen in place.

Fand suddenly bursts from the grass in the direction that the party had originally been heading, and now you can hear him clearly, "Two, two, two of them now!" But the warning is a bit late, as a second rapke bursts from the grass emitting another hideous shriek. (Everyone except Fand please make a DC12 WILL save. If you fail, roll a d4 to see how many rounds you are stunned for.)

At least the first one is looking pretty injured…

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10 - Inspire Courage Active d20+5=14 ; d8+2=4 ;
Thursday May 2nd, 2019 11:35:29 PM
Xel'Aw catches sight of it and mutters under the poem, "You had to be right, Haemir, ugh."

This time he anticipates it, resisting the urge to just stand there. Better get Caelwyn all the way up...

He makes another casting of Cure Light Wounds but it isn't nearly as powerful.

"There's two Rapke hiding in the Sargrass
Xel'Aw will continue to give them sass.
Bigby jumps on out
Rapkes give a shout
We will kick these two Rapkes and then pass"

What other words can I rhyme with Sargrass?" he wonders.

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+5=23 ; d20+5=23 ; d10=3 ; d20+2=13 ;
Friday May 3rd, 2019 12:51:51 AM
Haemir focuses on the new arrival - it's sonic shriek washes over him (Sv:23) and he grits his jaw firing his xbow at it in response (Attack:23 if it's under 30' or 22 if over - for 3 (+1 if under 30') dmg).

Fand flies (move 80') to the creature the party is attacking and flaps around distracting it (attacking to aid another - attack:13 which hits ac:10 - granting +2 to hit to - will leave it to the refs discretion as Fand is being frantic).

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 13/21 d20+2=22 ; d20=18 ; d6=3 ; d20=4 ;
Friday May 3rd, 2019 6:06:17 AM
Grindar isn't caught off guard by the new arrivals shriek (save 22) and goes for another full round attack on the first one.

Main hand
18+4=22 for 3+4=7 damage

Off hand= miss

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 11/11/10 - CMD 14 d20+7=27 ; d20+4=9 ;
Friday May 3rd, 2019 10:06:27 AM
'Lil isn't stunned by the new rapke, but is startled enough to cause her swing to go terribly awry.

Will save: 27
Hit AC 9 - miss

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 1 d20+6=10 ; d20+2=20 ; d20+6=14 ; d20+6=19 ; d20+7=24 ; d6+2=4 ; d20+7=23 ; d20+9=16 ;
Friday May 3rd, 2019 11:56:11 AM
(will save for Bigby 10. Will use hero point to add 4 to the result allowing Bigby to make the save. Wolfgang's save 20. ooc: sorry forgot to roll for wolfgang save last time).

Bigby almost feels stunned by the monsters shriek, but he quickly strengthen his resolve. "must continue to fight. Can't let the pack down." Bigby attacks the creature again with two attacks (16, 21. ooc forgot to add flank bonus, but still miss). Wolfgang attempts to bite the creature (24, dmg 4, trip: 23). Bigby will attempt to use his movement to use mounted combat to dodge any one attack against Wolfgang (16).

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 18/9/18; HP: 21/27; CMD: 15 d20+5=25 ; d20+5=15 ;
Saturday May 4th, 2019 8:48:50 AM
Caelwyn feels his body strengthened by the healing energy from his companions and his eyes narrow as he stares at the injured rapke. Better to kill this one first and not have two to worry about... He ignores the second beast entirely, brushing off its screech attack, and attacks the first one with his trident. Unfortunately, despite its injuries, the creature is able to limp away from Caelwyn's attack.

Just when things seemed like they were going so well... (DM BatMark) d4=1 ; d4=4 ; d4=1 ; d20+10=23 ; d20+5=23 ; d20+5=19 ; d4+4=7 ; d4+4=8 ; 2d8+8=17 ; 2d8=6 ; d6=4 ; d4=4 ; d20+12=19 ; d4=1 ;
Saturday May 4th, 2019 9:36:36 AM

Xel'Aw shrugs off the latest shriek, but seems to grumpily put of the blame for its arrival on Haemir. Nevertheless, he heals Caelwyn for another 4hp of damage.

Haemir for his part steels himself against the shriek and looses a crossbow bolt into the newcomer, srtiking for 4hp of damage.

Grindar continues his twirling sticks of death, bashing the first rapke for 7hp of damage. 'Lil tries to add to the carnage, but is thrown off by the shriek.

Caelwyn comes out of his stupor and attempts to attack the first rapke, but it doesn't work out as planned.

Bigby is nearly overcome but the shriek, but manages to gather his wits and continue the fight. One of his claws unexpectedly hits for 5hp of damage, as Fand distracts the creature just enough to get a slash in! Wolfgang bites it for 4hp, but can't seem trip it up—it's big, strong, and fast! It turns out it doesn't matter, because the thing falls over on its own, collapsing in a quivering heap of poisonous, dead fury.

Not a moment too soon, as the second rapke falls upon the squishies, and starts to wreak havoc. It seems very angry about Xel'Aw's poetry, and tries to bite him, dealing 17hp of damage, knocking him immediately unconscious and bleeding. (Xel'Aw please make a DC12 FORT save or also take 6hp of DEX damage.) It turns its claws on Haemir, doing a total of 15hp of damage, leaving him bleeding on the ground as well.

Two of you are down, and it is barely scratched. Can you turn things around, or will this be the end?

(OOC: If you haven't yet rolled the DC12 WILL save for the second rapke's shriek, please do it in your next post.)

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 14 d20+4=19 ; d20+4=17 ; 2d6+4=11 ; 2d6+4=10 ;
Saturday May 4th, 2019 11:41:08 AM
"THAT TEARS IT!" shouts 'Lil as her friends start dropping. She wheels to face the wounded rapke and just pounds the stuffing out of it.

Hit AC 19 for 11 damage.
HP spent for 2nd attack. Hit AC 17 for 10 damage.

'Lil will switch targets if the rapke falls after her first attack.

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 22/9/18; HP: 21/27; CMD: 15 d20+8=12 ; d8+4=6 ;
Saturday May 4th, 2019 12:41:42 PM
Caelwyn's eyes blaze as he turns upon the second rapke. The points of his trident seem to glow as he unleashes a deadly attack, attempting to smite this foul thing with the holy power of his god.

(Smite Evil is now in effect: Note increased AC)

13 to hit (should be +9), 6 damage

ooc: Is there any way for Caelwyn to make a second attack, in the same way Lil did?

ACDM ninja edit: Spend a hero point.

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 22/9/18; HP: 21/27; CMD: 15 d20+9=26 ; d8+6=14 ;
Saturday May 4th, 2019 11:05:05 PM
Caelwyn grits his teeth in frustration as his first attack misses, and summons all his strength to attack the rapke again. This time his weapon strikes true. "Die, vile beast! Feel the wrath of Domi!"

Hero point spent for second attack: 26 to hit, 14 damage

Xel'Aw (Grant) 11/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10 d20=4 ;
Sunday May 5th, 2019 4:57:02 AM
Again... no, not again? Please, no... NOT AGAIN! The blood... it isn't stopping...

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+4=5 ; d20+4=21 ; d20+4=5 ;
Sunday May 5th, 2019 7:46:33 AM
As Haemir was aiming at the first Rapke he catches a glimpse ofthe second one out of the corner of his eye - the armour plating looks redicliously hard on these creatures and between that and the fact that 'There are too many people in the way' he thinks - his hand wavers.

He quickly concludes that firing at the newer Rapke may evoke its wrath, but that might be the best way forward. 'It's a clear shot and if it consequently comes for me ... it's not coming for one of them...' At the last second he switches targets and fires at the new one.

A look of surprise (as the bolt actually hits) turns to horror as it ignores it and bites Xel'Aw. In a blur it is also on him too and and as time slows down he watches as it's claws rake across his chest. The pendant around his chest flies in to the grass and he falls back - landing in a heap. Everything fades to darkness.

Fand meanwhile switches targets to the new Rapke and in a renzy of attacks (flanking?) misses (highest:21)

Haemir - (Rich) -2/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17
Sunday May 5th, 2019 7:47:18 AM
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BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 17 d20+7=26 ; d20+7=26 ; d2+3=4 ; d2+3=4 ; d20+4=14 ; d20+9=21 ;
Sunday May 5th, 2019 3:40:48 PM
Bigby lets out a primal howl in response to both of his friends falling. "let's beat back this beast!" Bigby and Wolfgang crab walk around to get into flanking again. And then Bigby attacks (26, 26 -2 if no flanking, dmg: 4, 4). Wolfgang lets out a howl in response to Wolfgangs howl and makes his bite attack at the beast (14). (21 for mounted combat. Use of Bigby's move to dodge for Wolfgang if he gets attacked).

Xel'Aw (Grant) -7/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10
Monday May 6th, 2019 2:42:04 AM
(header adjusted)

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 13/21 d20=11 ; d20=14 ; d6=2 ; d6=3 ;
Monday May 6th, 2019 5:45:55 AM
Grindar watches his friends drop like flies and yells out a prayer to Pantheon, asking for protection, as he unleashes another full round attack with his quarterstaff.

Main Hand 11+4=15(add another two if flanking) for 2+4=6 damage

Off Hand 14+4=18(add another two if flanking) for 3+4=7 damage

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: Mage Armour d20+2=22 ; d20+1=12 ; d3=3 ;
Monday May 6th, 2019 3:51:39 PM
((OoC - Nat 20 on Second shriek Save))

Sol shakes himself out of his fugue and casts Ray of Frost ((12 to hit touch AC, damage of 3 if hits))

Panic is sort of setting in a bit, as he's clearly not sure if they can win this.

Strike two! (DM BatMark) d4=1 ; d6=1 ; d20+12=18 ; 2d8+8=11 ; 2d8=4 ; d4=1 ; d4=2 ; d6=6 ; d20+7=27 ; d20+7=22 ; 2d4+8=12 ; d20+7=25 ; d4+4=8 ;
Monday May 6th, 2019 8:52:53 PM
Xel'Aw goes down, thinking "no, not again" as his precious lifeblood seeps into the grass.

Haemir also fades to black as the claws rip across his chest. Fand swoops in to defend him, but can't quite score a hit.

'Lil moves to the new intruder and after windmilling once catches the thing on the second twirl around, smashing it with Ramona for 10hp of damage.

Caelwyn also seems inspired, by both 'Lil and Domi, getting well ahead of himself and smiting the rapke for 14hp of damage.

Bigby and Wolfgang come around to flank the foe, with Bigby striking it twice for a total of 8hp of damage.

Grindar fails to hit the thing, even with the benefits of his flanking comrades.

Sol shakes himself alert, and hits the beast with a Ray of Frost for 3 hp of damage.

The rapke snarls at the party surrounding him, but does not seem cowed. It bites at Bigby, hitting for 11 hp of damage (and make that DC12 FORT save or take 4 DEX damage.) It claws at Wolfgang, striking a critical blow for 12hp of damage. Its other claw sweeps out at Caelwyn, raking him for another 8hp of damage. It roars in triumph as your blood and gore drip from its fangs and claws. Is this your last day in the Sargrass?

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 22/9/18; HP: 13/27; CMD: 15 d20+9=28 ; d8+6=8 ;
Monday May 6th, 2019 9:10:44 PM
Caelwyn stifles a groan as the rapke tears at his arm, cutting his flesh around his armor. Panting, he glances around at his companions, noting how many are still standing.

With a shout Caelwyn attacks. His trident shimmers with holy light as it plunges into the rapke's body.

28 to hit, 8 damage

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 4/15 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 15/27 -AC 17 d20+5=7 ; d20+7=18 ; d20+7=19 ; d2+3=5 ; d2+3=4 ; d20+6=13 ;
Monday May 6th, 2019 9:28:54 PM
(fort save 7, 4 dex dmg). Bigby seems weary but determined. must keep fighting...if not for myself, for the pack. Bigby attacks twice at the beast (18, 19, dmg 5, 4). Sensing that Bigby was getting tired, Wolfgang attacks the beast with all that he has, (13)but it isn't enough. "If we go out Wolfgang, we go out fighting together," Bigby says.

Haemir - (Rich) -2/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+2=22 ;
Tuesday May 7th, 2019 12:48:59 AM
Fand moves to flank (5' move?) with Bigby and attacks to distract (attack:22adding a flanking bonus & distraction bonus for a total of +4 to Bigby's attacks)

Haemir - (Rich) -3/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+1=4 ;
Tuesday May 7th, 2019 12:52:51 AM
(Failed stabilise roll)

Haemir - (Rich) -3/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17
Tuesday May 7th, 2019 1:01:54 AM
(Fand was assisting Bigby but if bigby already had flanking it's only +2 & she can't move there - so will try to help someone who isn't - Grindar?)

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 13/21 d20=4 ; d20=13 ; d20=5 ;
Tuesday May 7th, 2019 4:56:34 AM
The frustration of watching his friends go down has taken it's toll. That accompanied with the thick armor of the rapke, leaves Grindar yet again failing to bring the beast down, or even connect with it. (please ignore the third d20 roll, I got carried away with the mouse)

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 14 d8+2=9 ;
Tuesday May 7th, 2019 10:35:48 AM
Realizing these things are at the edge of her abilities to attack, 'Lil tops up Caelwyn's health, since it looks like one more hit could take him down.

Standard: CLW to Caelwyn - 9 HP healed

Xel'Aw (Grant) -8/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10 6 Dex Damage d20=1 ;
Tuesday May 7th, 2019 2:44:30 PM
Xel'Aw's body bleeds on the ground a bit more. It isn't an uncommon event, the death of a creature on the Sargrass Plain. His body shall become food for the insects. His gear might be found later, or eaten, it isn't impossible to say. I'm probably more of a liability to the party than help anyway... This could be for the best...

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: Mage Armour d20+1=16 ; d3=2 ; d3=3 ;
Tuesday May 7th, 2019 5:34:42 PM
Sol steels himself, knowing that defeating the creature is the only way to save his companions, and despite not having much magic left in him, still tries to attack with a Ray of Frost.

"Do not give in! We can take them!"

He calls, trying to bolster his allies resolve.

((16 to hit and 2 damage if it hits))

And he's out! (DM BatMark) d20=7 ;
Tuesday May 7th, 2019 7:57:43 PM
Caelwyn shimmers with holy light as his trident slams home, for 8hp of damage. 'Lil keeps him going with another 9hp of healing.

Bigby and Wolfgang are determined to go down fighting together, but struggle to land a blow right now, even with a distraction provided by Fand.

Sol hits the beast with another ray of frost, doing 2hp of damage. Grindar just can't seem to get into a fighting rhythm with this thing, and misses wildly again.

Haemir continues to bleed into the grass. Xel'Aw wallows in a pool of misery mixed with his own blood, doubt creeping into his mind as in his mind, Gargul extends a hand to him. Probably just a hallucination, right?

The rapke is looking significantly weaker, and with a pain-filled growl, it turns and slinks off into the grass at high speed. (Full withdrawal at speed 50' x2)

You can get off one ranged attack if you have such a weapon in hand or spell available. Otherwise it is quickly gone from your sight unless you try to pursue it through its native grass, which is difficult terrain for you…

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 22/9/18; HP: 13/27; CMD: 15 d20+9=22 ; d8+6=10 ;
Tuesday May 7th, 2019 8:51:31 PM
"Oh no you don't..." Determined not to let the rapke escape if possible, Caelwyn hurls his trident at the retreating beast.

22 to hit, 10 damage

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 22/9/18; HP: 22/27; CMD: 15
Tuesday May 7th, 2019 8:53:22 PM
HP has been updated correctly

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 13/21 d20=4 ;
Wednesday May 8th, 2019 5:27:36 AM
As the rapke retreats, Grindar quickly draws a javelin from his back and hurls it at the retreating beast, but of course it simply glances of it's natural armor. in frustration, he retrieves his javelin and Cyrchwr Mawr. Then he turns to Lil and asks, "Can you do anything for our friends, or are they with Gargul now?"

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - 4 Dex dmg -AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 17
Wednesday May 8th, 2019 12:02:54 PM
Bigby feels tempted to let out his revenge on the beast. if only Wolfgang could move through the grass as I could. Then we could make this beast pay for the pain it's caused upon the pack. But then Bigby sees his friends on the ground struggling. Bigby casts stabalize on Xel. and then again on Haemir. And cure light wounds one for each.

ooc: the roll dice had an error?

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 14 d6=4 ; d6=5 ; d6=6 ;
Wednesday May 8th, 2019 12:46:33 PM
"Man, you guys sure took a beating." 'Lil channels positive energy a few times, stopping if everyone's healed up.

***

Channel energy:

4 HP healed
5 HP healed
6 HP healed

'Lil will stop if everyone's healed up before all three of those are used.

Xel'Aw (Grant) 7/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10 6 Dex Damage d20-3=10 ;
Wednesday May 8th, 2019 5:02:26 PM
Xel'Aw's bleeding stops, and the channelling pours over his body, but the guy was in really rough shape and doesn't immediately wake up though it would appear the worst of the damage is healed. He was close, I could just rest forever... Ah, to sleep, perchance to dream... what dreams may come...

After a mnute or so, he finally wakes, he makes to stand but falls again, "Oh no, I'm going to fall..." he says moments after having already fallen. [b]"I feel woozy, I don't think I can stand..."[/b} he says as he has already risen to his feet and shakily stands.

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: Mage Armour d20+1=11 ; d3=2 ;
Wednesday May 8th, 2019 5:53:36 PM
Sol flings a final Ray of Frost ((11 to hit, 2 damage if it hits)) at the creature as a parting shot, before going over to Haemir, and gestures for some help until Lil channels some healing energy.

"Are you okay my friend?"

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17
Wednesday May 8th, 2019 7:27:01 PM
Haemir groans and sits up. As the additional channels (all three) kick in he stretches and surveys the area... "What.. who? Oh Sol. Yes I feel much better thanks". Slowly he gets to his feet and seeing Lil channeling nods a thanks. "Where did it go"? Then hearing it in the grass he nods in the general direction. Fand swoops in and lands in his shoulder. They both sigh in relief.

You live to fight another day (DM BatMark)
Wednesday May 8th, 2019 9:14:49 PM

Caelwyn is not about to let the rapke get away, and hurls his trident at its retreating back, hitting for 10hp of damage and eliciting a whimper from the evil beastie. Grindar follows up with a javelin, but it bounces harmlessly off its thick hide. Sol hits it with one last Ray of Frost, and it goes down in an icy heap just before it would have made it to safety.

Bigby wishes he could pursue it, but decides it would be better to heal his friends. He is wildly successful, stabilizing both of them and adding some healing as well. (OOC: Those healed please roll for hp regained from the CLW spell, since Michael was having trouble with the dice roller.)

'Lil adds to the positive healing vibe with several channels of divine energy.

Xel'Aw is pulled back from near death, but awakens confused and out of synch with his surroundings. He eventually manages to stand woozily, but seems like he will recover, given all the help he is getting from his friends.

Haemir sits up with a groan, and thanks all and sundry, before looking around for the rapkes. Fand seems relieved, but who can tell with an expressionless bird?

You have survived the onslaught, despite the long odds! You are able to retrieve your various weapons strewn across the battlefield. Do you carry on?

(OOC: Those with DEX damage should check out the rules for recovering from that, and please keep track as time passes. You have each earned 750XP. Xel'Aw gains a hero point for excellently entertaining role play even in the face of death (and making me laugh.) 'Lil gains a hero point for carrying on in the face of a demonically cursed die roller.)

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 13/21
Thursday May 9th, 2019 5:33:53 AM
Grinndar rushes to Xel'Aw's side and grabs him before he stumbles. He holds him stable until he gets full use of his feet and legs again. As he does so, he turns to the pack and says, "Lil, I think you're right, this place is trying to kill us!"

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 14
Thursday May 9th, 2019 10:26:40 AM
"Well duh," comes her quick reply. "Let's get outta this stupid place before we find out those two were just the scouts for a whole mess'a them. Everyone good to move?" 'Lil looks around. She's pretty sure she healed everyone up, but some folks were still lookin' like they might be hurt.

***

In other words, update them headers. :D

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - 4 Dex dmg -AC/T/FF: 14 /11 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 17 d20+9=14 ;
Thursday May 9th, 2019 2:05:31 PM
"let's definitely get out of here. We've just had a great battle, but I agree I don't want to meet more of these things. Everyone ok to move on?" Bigby moves ahead to do some scouting, hoping Grindar will come join with him up front. He is a ranger afterall. I wonder what it would be like to become a ranger. Will have to ask him sometime.[/b] Perception check as travelling (14). Bigby feels a little tired still from the fight. [i]that last hit left something with me.

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: Mage Armour
Thursday May 9th, 2019 4:33:02 PM
Sol nods.

"I am well enough to move on, Haemir, here, use my staff to support you."

He offers his quarterstaff to Haemir to help support him walking.

"Could we not perhaps collect the carcass of the creature? There may be some interesting reagents and materials that could be taken from the body?"

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - 4 Dex dmg -AC/T/FF: 14 /11 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 17
Thursday May 9th, 2019 5:01:24 PM
"I am curious how to cook it," Bigby says in response to Sol

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17
Thursday May 9th, 2019 7:16:27 PM
Haemir holds up a hand "I am actually feeling really dandy thanks to Lil" he stands up straight and breathes in a sigh of relief. "Let's go"

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 27/27; CMD: 15
Thursday May 9th, 2019 7:27:06 PM
Caelwyn claps Sol on the back. "Well done! Didn't want that thing coming back with more friends. Thank Domi we all survived." He is extremely glad to see everyone alive and on their feet again. He retrieves his trident and offers a fervent prayer of thanks to Domi.

Xel'Aw (Grant) 7/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10 6 Dex Damage
Thursday May 9th, 2019 9:20:20 PM
"Yes, let's get out of here," Xel'Aw says - he grabs his bag and takes a couple steps, but bag is seems extra heavy or Xel' is extra uncoordinated because the weight pulls him off balance and he stubs his toe catching it. "No real harm done, shall we..." yet he now has a slight limp as he progresses and seems to be extra cautious of his foot.

Hotel Sargrassfornia (DM BatMark)
Thursday May 9th, 2019 9:51:26 PM
Grindar rushes to Xel'Aw's aid and agrees with 'Lil that this place is trying to kill you. 'Lil says "duh" and starts rounding you up to move out.

Sol is ready to go, and offers his staff as support for Haemir, after suggesting plundering the corpses for useful bits. You are able to trim off some fur, fangs, claws, and scales, but are not sure whether you will find much use for them yet. Will still be interesting to study!

Bigby agrees to move on and scouts ahead. In response to Sol's explorations, he wonders whether you could eat the thing. Thich isn't sure.

Haemir is feeling dandy, and doesn't need Sol's staff at the moment. "Let's go"

Caelwyn claps Sol on the back, nearly staggering him with bonhomie. He offers a prayer to Domi as you move out.

Xel'Aw agrees it is time to get out of here. He's a little clumsier than usual, as are some others in the party who haven't shrugged off the effects of the poison yet.

You move off into the grass again, moving ever closer to the looming mountains.

As evening comes, you see a strange collection of bulbous-based grasses up ahead, six of the plants arranged in a neat circle. Thich exclaims, "Oh, this is a stroke of luck. Bulbgrass! We can use this for some very nice shelter, and many of the creatures of the Sargrass are repelled by the smell of them, so it should make for a safer camp! As you get closer however, you can see that there are several humanoid skeletons strewn around the perimeter of the bulbgrass. They are not moving, and seem to have been here for quite some time, based on their condition and the growth of grass through them.

What do you do?

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 13/21 d20+7=8 ;
Friday May 10th, 2019 5:30:40 AM
Grindar takes his normal place at the lead alongside Bigby and Wolfgang. Upon seeing the skeletons, he comments to Thich, "Safer you say?". "Well, If we are going to die tonight, let's get it over with!" He says as he heads to the bulbgrass. (percption 8) Apparently Grindar is too distracted by the sense of doom he feels to pay much attention.

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 13/21
Friday May 10th, 2019 5:32:09 AM
BTW, Grindar proceeds with Cyrchwr Mawr in hand.

Grindar, Son of Grindor (Jeremy Canaday) AC 18/12/16, CMD 17, HP 21/21
Friday May 10th, 2019 5:32:55 AM
fixed header

'Lil - (Carl) - 17/17 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 14
Friday May 10th, 2019 10:09:21 AM
"That's the spirit," replies 'Lil dryly. "Cae, wanna get that do-badder vision of yours going?"

BigbyWolf ( Michael) 15/15 HP - 4 Dex dmg -AC/T/FF: 14 /11 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 27/27 -AC 17 d20+9=20 ;
Friday May 10th, 2019 11:40:12 AM
(20 perception). Wolfgang will attempt to use scent to smell if there are creatures ahead. "last time we saw skeleton with giant holes in the ground..." Bigby shivers thinking about the swarm of ants. yeah Caelwyn do that paladin thing you do."

ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 9/9 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: Mage Armour d20+10=17 ; d20+1=20 ;
Friday May 10th, 2019 6:17:42 PM
Sol keeps his staff, glad that Haemir and the other appear to be recovered for the most part.

Sol watches, and sees if notices anything particularly magical about the skeletons.

(Knowledge Arcana - Roll - 17)

"This seems somewhat dangerous." he tries to figure out if the skeletons are meant to be a warning or if they are just strewn about from being eaten and left behind.

(Sense Motive - 20)

Haemir - (Rich) 13/13 HP - AC/T/FF: 17 /13 /14 - CMD:14 - Status: Dazzled. Fand: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+2=6 ;
Friday May 10th, 2019 7:45:15 PM
Keeping close to Sol Haemir casts detect magic and keeps an eye out (Perception: Rubbish)

Caelwyn Alterius (Casey M.) AC: 19/10/19; HP: 27/27; CMD: 15 d20+2=8 ;
Friday May 10th, 2019 8:17:37 PM
Caelwyn immediately casts Detect Evil on the skeletons and surrounding foliage, trying to discern any potential danger. He is skeptical it will yield results - it seems more likely that a creature of some sort has been at work - but better safe than sorry. His trident and shield are at the ready just in case, and he scans the area for danger.

Perception 8

Xel'Aw (Grant) 7/11 HP - AC/T/FF: 12 /10 /12 - CMD 10 6 Dex Damage d20+9=26 ;
Friday May 10th, 2019 8:18:26 PM
Xel'Aw will also cast detect magic on the periphery and wait to see if anything resolves in their auras. (waits three rounds, 26 on the arcana check)

Loot galore! (DM BatMark)
Friday May 10th, 2019 8:49:04 PM
Grindar leads the way toward the bulbgrass with a fatalistic attitude. 'Lil is not impressed by his devil-may-care 'tude and calls for some paladin do-badder vision. Caelwyn obliges with a few scans of the area, but detects nothing amiss.

Sol scans the area with a discerning eye and concludes that whoever these folks were, they probably died by getting eaten, and it wasn't recently at all. The bones are sun-bleached and there is no flesh at all on the skellies.

Bigby has Wolfgang sniff around, but he scents nothing of danger. Haemir scans for magic, and detects a plethora of auras mixed in among the skeletons. Xel'Aw does the same, and between the two of them they determine that there are numerous objects with differing auras in the area. Enchantment, conjuration, evocation, and illusion, none too powerful, but more than you've ever seen in one place at one time.

As you move closer, you can see that most of their gear is rotted or rusted away, but mixed in the remains, you can see some vials, a cloak that is in excellent condition, a couple of thin wands, and a wood and steel rod which is also in good shape. These items are the source of the auras. There are also some colored sparklies in the grass, possibly spilled from rotted belt pouches.

Riches await, held from your grasp only by a healthy sense of paranoia. Is this the only place in the Sargrass not trying to kill you?

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