DM BatMark -- The Hills Have Eyes Thursday October 6th, 2022 9:42:48 PM Mole takes to the skies in bird form, despite his unease. He sees no significant movement in the canyon. Drack stays close to the wagon and waves Rob over. Robert Loryn asks Grog to elaborate on his comments about what might be hereabouts, and checks to see whether anyone can communicate with the scouts. Mortimer tells Loryn that he never had much luck with pets, and shakes his head to clear the memories. Ash Torrynashkabbeth slinks forward, looking for signs of trouble in the trees, but spotting none. Manolo goes into stealth mode and looks about carefully.
The scouts spy no obvious threats. As they look from ground and air, however, they do notice a number of cave mouths dotting the hillsides. There may be more hidden in the trees.
Grog replies to Loryn that he expects that this is the area where some of the tribes of monstrous (har har) humanoids have historically had their lairs and hideouts. That’s why he’s led you here in the first place, to see what the current situation might be and what threat they pose to Windhorn hamlet. As he relates this and your scouts are able to report on what they have seen so far, he seems to be waiting on you all to decide what your next move might be this afternoon.
The scouts have reached the general area of BW25 on the east side of the map
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Thursday October 6th, 2022 9:45:57 PM
(Your map is doing the 404 error again)
DM edit: Corrected map link
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 17/23 Thursday October 6th, 2022 10:29:26 PM
"Why not head to the water and make our way to the valley. We might be able to see any signs of life near the water." Ash says, but also waits to see what else is suggested
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Friday October 7th, 2022 3:09:16 AM
,"I didn't see much. There is though, a cave entrance not far from where we enter the canyon. It's just up a short way to the north east. I don't see any good reason why we should go past it and leave a potential problem to appear behind us. Of course, if there is anyone home, I doubt I can speak with them. I only know Woldian and Elven. Still, I figured, as it's not far, I could go take a look."
Things had seemed very quiet. She didn't want to alter that. Going stealthily back to get a closer look seemed to her like a sensible option. Then again, Torryn was hardly renowned for her common sense.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Friday October 7th, 2022 7:51:54 AM
Drack stays with the main group, and will wait for a plan from Loryn. He’d like to be up in the front to protect the others, but knew that with all his weaponry and breastplate, he’d make too much noise.
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Friday October 7th, 2022 6:56:39 PM "I favor recon by force but that's just me. This is your operation, I'm just along for the ride." Rob says waiting to see what his new traveling companions opt to do.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d20=7 ; d20=15 ; Friday October 7th, 2022 7:26:17 PM
Manolo keeps himself out of sight for the time being only listening and looking at the group. Stealth 18 (7+11)
Perception 20 (15+5)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 Friday October 7th, 2022 9:30:44 PM
Mole returns from scouting and assumes his natural form. He listens to the plans being discussed by the others. He takes out a small pipe and places it to his mouth he says "There are tribes of goblins, ogres and other things roaming around these hills and your idea is to make a frontal assault into a cave we known nothing about and can't see into? These creatures are not stupid." He says. "They are cunning; they set traps; and they know how to protect themselves against the larger denizens of the area." he pauses lighting his pipe. "Why don't we find a place to sit and observe the area for a couple of days. By then, we should know if anything lives in there and we can move accordingly."
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
DM BatMark -- What's Up Next? Friday October 7th, 2022 10:01:20 PM Ash suggests heading to the water and looking for signs of life. Torrynashkabbeth reveals a cave mouth on the northeast side of the canyon. Robert favors a forceful approach, but defers to the others. Mole returns and resumes his dwarven form. He reacts quite negatively to the idea of a frontal assault, and after offering some insights into the likely behavior of the local tribes, suggests instead that you observe the area carefully, then move accordingly. Drack stays with the main group and waits on Loryn to devise a plan. Loryn does not immediately offer a thought. Mortimer goes dark for a moment. Well, dark-er, you might suppose. Manolo stays stealthy and watchful.
Grog nods thoughtfully as Mole offers advice. ”Sounds about right. In the past, attacks on Windhorn became more likely when a strong leader controlled several tribes or when one tribe began to dominate the others. Because several humanoid tribes live close together here, this is probably a good place to see what is what these days. So what’s your next step? Or do you wanna burn all the daylight first?”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Saturday October 8th, 2022 3:02:51 AM
Wait and see. That just wasn't Torryn. She sighed in resignation at Grog's tacit approval of Mole's suggestion. It was, she had to concede, not an idea that she'd have ever been likely to conjure.
"I wasn't proposing to further in." She countered defensively. Her concern had been not to enter the ravine too far and permit something to ambush them from behind. That being noted, she was curious and still wanted to take a look inside.
"I only wanted to take a sneaky look. Still, if someone is there, I suppose it would help if you spoke 'monster'. I don't." Torryn only understood Common Woodman and Elven.
"Um, just so you all know; I'm not very good at the whole waiting thing." She felt it was a good idea to get her apologies in first. Torryn was built for dancing. Sitting around waiting for stuff to happen was a complete anathema to her.
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Saturday October 8th, 2022 10:03:26 AM "Actually, I said recon by force. If we want to check a cave, instead of sending a single person to try and tiptoe up on it, I think we should all walk up together, in a protective formation, call out and see what happens. Like Torryn is suggesting, these things live here. Just because we see one entrance or two does not mean there are not more. They could just be waiting for nightfall to then hem us in and come at us from all sides. Personally, I'd rather be dressed for the occasion than have to fight them in my skivvies." Rob replies to Mole.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Saturday October 8th, 2022 12:54:59 PM
Torryn liked Robbie's plan. She gave him an approving smile. Still, it didn't feel right to just barge into someone's home. Whilst her patrons could help her determine if they were evil, it really help a lot if they actually communicate.
"Does anyone here actually speak monster?"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield Saturday October 8th, 2022 7:51:32 PM
(ooc: Sorry for not posting, fell victim to a deeper slumber spell.)
"Don't believe "monster" is a language. Gobbies and orcos speak their own languages, though they both sound similar."
Mortimer goes on to add, "Though I have to agree with Mole here. When stakin' out a lot to pinch, ya don't wanna do a smash and grab, make a bunch of noise, not knowin' how many inside. Especially if there are rival gangs in the area. They're gonna want their cut ... or the whole kit an kaboodle. Ya gotta stake it out, learn their numbers, their comin's an goin's. Hit them quietly when at their most vulnerable. That's the payday ya want. Ya wont be too stealthy stompin' up and clangin' like a scullery."
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 Monday October 10th, 2022 11:08:50 AM
"Do you remember why this area is so cautious around adventurers?" He says taking a puff of his stone pipe. "[b]I'll tell you. They come in these hills cause a bunch of ruckus. Then the tribes retaliate against the people. The people suffer, the adventurers do not." He pauses for dramatic effect before continuing. "I believe we are here to see if there is any danger to the town from the tribes. Not to start it. We should observe, gather information, and not create an incident that will potentially cost lives. I know it's not as exciting as charging in head-first, sword drawn, cleaving all that stands before you; but..." he again pauses, "I have grown fond of this area in the years I've been out from under the mountain and I would prefer not to see it turn red because we did something to cause it. So, let's see if there is a problem brewing first before we act."
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday October 10th, 2022 1:56:16 PM
Loryn chuckles at Torry's ask. It seeme3d to odd to the gnome to want to treat the foul creatures with respect to their homes and and talk to them and also refer to them as monsters in the same breath. He keeps his musings on the matter to himself and elects to say more with less approach,
"I can speak in the tongue of giants and orcs."
Loryn nods to Mole on this and the dwarf thinking. "I'm in agreement with Mole. We're here to see if something is brewing and not to start any conflicts. We can afford to sit tight and simply make camp. See if any of the natives feel bold enough to talk."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d20+11=18 ; d20+5=6 ; Monday October 10th, 2022 6:11:08 PM
Manolo tries to keep himself stealthy still but his attempts to grasp a look on the surrounding is quite difficult as he tries to maintain a good posture for a stealthy form in the wilderness terrain.
Stealth 18 Perception 6
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Monday October 10th, 2022 7:47:49 PM
Drack will agree with Mole and Loryn. "For tonight, let's make camp, and see if we can speak to them before fighting. I am a protector, not an instigator. If no fight needs to happen, then that is best for all. If a peaceful understanding cannot be reached, then war it is."
DM BatMark -- Where's a good hideout? Monday October 10th, 2022 8:44:43 PM Robert meant recon by force, meaning moving up together to parley. He isn’t inclined to get caught with his pants down in camp. Mole reminds folks that adventurers drawing revenge is bad for the town, and that the party is here to gain information. Loryn reveals that he can speak the languages of giants and orcs, and agrees with Mole’s subtle strategy. Drack agrees with Mole and Loryn that talking is preferable to fighting, at least to start with. Mortimer agrees with Mole about not just smashing in. He wants to stake the place out, then hit them quietly when most vulnerable. Torrynashkabbeth clarifies that she wasn’t proposing to go further in, just take a sneaky look. She doesn’t speak ‘monster', and is visibly impatient. Manolo tries to stay stealth while keeping an eye on your surroundings. Ash ponders silently.
Grog listens to the discussion, then chimes in, ”It seems that most of you want to watch and learn for a bit, before making contact. Seems pretty smart to me. Where do you plan to set up your camp, then? What other precautions or plans do you propose for that?”
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 17/23 Monday October 10th, 2022 9:51:18 PM
Ash nods at Moles Pontification. The man was correct in his thought process.
" I like the idea of discussion.. but we must also be prepared for when the talking stops. "
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday October 11th, 2022 3:12:43 AM
Grog's was a good question. In her opinion he had a bag full of them. Sadly, she had no such bag of good answers.
"We mostly don't see well in the dark. So, I guess the main thing is not being seen. We'll likely have to rely on our hearing. Plus, we still need to rest. Not everyone will be on watch. Why not stay here, where we can guard the horses? The locals won't be doing much harm in that valley. We should be able to spot if any of them exit it. Of course, that's just an idea.". She didn't add that it was her only idea. Maybe next time she went to the catacombs she'd get one of those bags of 'good answers'.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Tuesday October 11th, 2022 9:32:49 AM
"Here seems as good, Loryn?"
Drack plans on sleeping in his armor, counting on his lay hands to remove the after effects of doing so.(unless I'm reading it wrong, lay hands with the fatigued mercy removes such effects. if that's not the case, then I'd like to swap mercies since that's why i chose it.)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 d20+13=15 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2022 4:27:53 PM
"I only need a couple of hours of sleep." He says. "I'll be on watch the rest of the night." Mole sleeps a couple of hours during the first watch. He will be up for the rest of the night.
He will attempt to create some camouflage for the camp to make it harder to see from a distance. "We should run without a fire. We should have enough light spells to keep the areas we need lit, lit."
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday October 11th, 2022 4:49:11 PM
Loryn nods his agreement to everything. We stay right where we are, so as to benefit from the cover and from the early warning system that the horses may provide. No Fire and we set watches.
Loryn will be on the first with Drack
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield d20+1=11 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2022 6:23:54 PM
Mortimer is glad that they all agreed with his wise advice. Best to observe the habits of the locals before we rob these hills blind. He can't help but smile and feel a sense of pride as he watches the others working together.
Mortimer does what he can to help with the camp. He keeps his eyes open for any weak spots that need his expect attention (Perception: 11). Maybe a goblin or orc disguise is in order. He looks around items that would help with that. He has a purple-stained skull in his backpack ... that could be useful. A possible helmet, face mask or both.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. hp:26/26 Tuesday October 11th, 2022 6:27:16 PM
(ooc: Correcting the stats in the Name Line.)
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Tuesday October 11th, 2022 7:42:27 PM
Rob says no more but plans to sleep with sword and shield close to hand. Has Rob seen Drack sleep in his armor? If so he asks, "Say Drack, do you just have comfortable armor or is there a trick to being able to sleep with your armor on? If there is, this seems like a good place to learn it."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Tuesday October 11th, 2022 8:27:10 PM
(Not sure Rob would see Drack go to bed in his armor since Drack is on first watch, but he’d prob see Drack wake up with it on in morning or already have it on, so Drack will respond to his question. If Rob does see Drack hit the sack, Rob will be told then.)
“Well Robert, my lord Domi has granted me the power to remove fatigue with a use of my healing ability. The downside is, I only get so many a day, and using one to remove fatigue also wastes an opportunity to heal an ally in combat. If you wish, I can use one on you in the morning. I only plan on doing this for either of us when there is a likelihood of nighttime attack.
DM BatMark -- Nighty Night d3=2 ; d4=2 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2022 8:48:31 PM Ash like’s Mole’s ideas, and wants to be ready when the talking stops. Torrynashkabbeth wants to stay where you are, since you can’t see well in the dark and need to guard the horses. Drack likes where you are and plans to sleep in armor, knowing from his training that he can ease his fatigue with a mercy from Domi. He explains to Rob how this works when the latter asks. Mole stays on watch after just a few hours of sleep. He makes some suggestions for keeping the camp hidden. Loryn agrees with his fellow party members’ plans, and takes first watch with Drack. Mortimer is glad that the party agrees with his wise advice. He looks for ways to bolster the camp, and thinks about disguise ideas. Robert plans to sleep with sword and shield close by, and aks how Drack can sleep in his armor. Manolo stays quiet, presumably trying to stay stealthy.
You settle in for the night, having taken or thought about a number of precautions. It is cool but not frigid in the evening, so the lack of a fire is tolerable. Loryn and Drack take the first watch, which passes uneventfully. Grog looks pretty tired, what with being an old ogre and all, and seems likely to sleep through the night. Mole rises to take the rest of the watches, and looks to the rest of you to see what your watch plans are.
(OOC: Please add your preferred watch order on this google doc: Bearclaw Watch Order. Please also make a Perception check that I can apply during your watch as needed.
Separately, please remember to make appropriate skill checks when attempting things like camouflage, disguise, etc.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 17/23 d20+3=23 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2022 9:46:25 PM
Ash takes the fourth Watch with Mole, Giving himself a chance to prep his spells before assuming the watch. Perception 23(nat20)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=10 ; Wednesday October 12th, 2022 2:58:17 AM
"Look, guys, I'm sorry to be a pain, but the spell casters ideally need to be first and last watches. It's great that Loryn and Ashy have taken those. So, it looks like Robbie and Morty for those middle watches. Middle watch isn't much fun. I don't mind pulling my weight - when I don't need to regain my spells, but we do have a good number of spell throwers. I'm just not convinced a static watch order is fair or for the best. I did use magic against the basilisk, so do need to regain it. I'll therefore assist with last watch, if that's okay? It made sense to her to keep herself and Drack on seperate watches. So e of their skills overlapped. It made more sense to spread them about.
Torryn wore no armour. Having discovered how effectively she could freshen and clean through the judicious use of her Mending magic, sleeping in her clothes wasn't a big issue, as much as it felt odd. She figured she'd give it a try. If she didn't sleep well, she could always revert to undressing.
(Perception: 17.)
(I've not added Torryn to the document as I'll await clarification of her concern.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 d20+6=21 ; Wednesday October 12th, 2022 8:40:41 AM
Drack will take first watch as usual, keeping his half elven eyes peeled for any threats. Following that. he will bed down in his armor. (perception 21
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. hp:26/26 d20+1=11 ; d20+4=13 ; Wednesday October 12th, 2022 9:23:30 AM
Morty reminds everyone that he is, in fact, a spellcaster too.
He takes his spot during the second watch (Perception: 11).
Before bedtime, Mortimer looks over his efforts at creating a gobbie or orco disguise; whichever it favors most (Disguise: 13). He thinks it may work from a distance.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d8=5 ; d20=1 ; Wednesday October 12th, 2022 6:00:32 PM
Manolo volunteers to do a watch in random. Whenever needed but the fact that he was sleepy didn't help him with looking after or anticipating possible threats. Perception 5 No stealth action. D20 for random place in the watch.
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) d20+1=20 ; Wednesday October 12th, 2022 7:56:25 PM "I'm good with my gambeson, just checking for future knowledge." Rob tells Drack before he turns in.
"I'm good with wherever you need me for watch." Rob says when it comes to watch rotations. "I could do a stint by myself if need be.
Perception +1 rolled well 20
DM BatMark -- Paw Patrol Wednesday October 12th, 2022 8:41:09 PM Robert takes second watch at Torryn’s suggestion. Mole is able to take the second through fourth watches. Magic is cool! Drack takes first watch, then beds down in armor. Loryn reminds folks that you have ways of keeping track of who usually takes which watch. Mortimer reminds folks that he is a caster too, but takes second watch. He concocts a hideous goblin mask that may pass muster. Ash takes the fourth watch, ready to keep a sharp eye out. Torrynashkabbeth offers some thoughts about watches and joins the fourth one to help make sure she can recover her spent fey tricks. Manolo casts lots and ends up on third watch with Mole.
The first watch having ended quietly, Mole, Mortimer, and Robert take over guard duty. About an hour into their watch, Robert hears the soft scrabble of multiple sets of paws on the shale floor of the valley floor to the northwest of the campsite, back in the direction of the box canyon that you discovered in the afternoon. Mortimer and Robert of course see nothing in the inky darkness, and even Mole can see nothing moving yet within the range of his darkvision.
The battle map is on the Camp Site tab of the map google sheet. Please place yourselves in or near the area marked campsite: map
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Thursday October 13th, 2022 5:37:43 AM
OOC: I checked the site. I would advocate that Torryn and Drack be on separate watches. I would also ask that Torryn be allocated the last watch. An early start to practice her katas is most in-keeping. I have placed Torryn under the wagon. Hence W/T.
Torryn Torryn dreamt of dancing. She danced around a fire and had a long flowing skirt that she spun and snapped to dramatic effect.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Thursday October 13th, 2022 8:11:09 AM
Drack will be sleeping in AI 10. He sleeps soundly, waiting to be awoken
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+2=8 ; Thursday October 13th, 2022 5:24:11 PM
When not sleeping in the wagon, Loryn finds a nice spot near the entrance to look out from. [AE/11] Take 20 stealth = 23
At the end of his shift, he heads back to where he dropped his pack and lays down in a small spot in the wagon, all the while resisting the urge to call out to each and every member of the band with a 'good night..insert name' sing song. A few giggles to himself on the superior joke and he settles in to drift off in the night air
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d20=16 ; Thursday October 13th, 2022 6:12:35 PM
Before his shift manolo just stretches and looks around the surroundings.
Perception 24 (16+8)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 17/23 Thursday October 13th, 2022 7:26:33 PM
Ash sleeps soundly.. dreaming of a magical fight with a dragon.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. hp:26/26 d20+1=18 ; Thursday October 13th, 2022 7:53:33 PM
Mortimer keeps watch at the back (or front side) of the wagon, facing out to the open terrain. If Mortimer didn't hear what Robert did, he might notice the warrior react to it (Perception: 18).
Mortimer whispers to Rob, "What is it? You see somethin'?"
(Mortimer readies an action. IF Mortimer senses danger, either by Rob's word or becoming aware of a dangerous presence, he will cast Shield.)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 d20+11=26 ; Thursday October 13th, 2022 8:01:25 PM
Mole sits just inside the foliage. Once the sound is noted, he listens carefully to determine what it could be.
Perception DC26
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Thursday October 13th, 2022 9:21:31 PM
Rob steps over to each of those on watch with him and tells of the sound and where he heard it from. Then he steps away from the light and settles on his haunches so his eyes can adjust to the dim night light.
DM BatMark -- Come Closer, Me Pretties Thursday October 13th, 2022 9:34:07 PM Robert quietly warns those on watch with him about the approaching paw sounds, and tries unsuccessfully to see in the darkness. Mortimer keeps watch near the wagon, facing out into the open terrain. Mole sits in the foliage, and perks up his ears to hear better. Drack sleeps soundly. Loryn has a Waltons’ moment before giggling himself to sleep. Ash sleeps soundly, dreaming of fighting a dragon. Torrynashkabbeth dreamt of dancing in a snappy, flowy skirt. Manolo plans to stretch before beginning his watch.
Once alerted by Robert, Mole manages to focus and hears the same sounds, plus something more. He can distinguish soft footsteps of several creatures in addition to the paw scrabbling. They seem to be approaching slowly from the northwest together. He still can’t see anything in that direction, so they must not be right on top of you yet.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Friday October 14th, 2022 3:43:22 AM
Now she was in a canoe. Why and how, she had no idea, but the logic of dreams was something that she'd never understood. The small craft drifted lazily across a serene lake. It was barely dawn and a fat moon continued to spill it's silvery light, rendering the scene all the more magical. Interestingly, her skirt had morphed into a long dress, one befitting a princess! Torryn had never wanted to be a princess, so this was decidedly odd. Still, the look and feel of the dress was delightful. It was disappointing that no one was around to see her. It was a pleasant dream, one from which Torryn was in no rush to awaken.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Friday October 14th, 2022 7:51:14 AM
Drack continues to sleep peacefully until awoken.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 Friday October 14th, 2022 7:46:14 PM
Manolo falls asleep..... 'It's still not my turn', he thinks just before sleeping.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield d20+1=10 ; Friday October 14th, 2022 9:35:50 PM
After hearing what Robert had told him, Mortimer decides to activate that Shield spell ... quietly. Better not be another basilisk, he thinks to himself. He keeps his eyes and ears open. He was quite perceptive, moments ago, he wonders why he didn't hear anything. He draws his sickle, just to have it ready.
(Perception: 10)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Saturday October 15th, 2022 2:55:20 AM
Under the wagon Torryn slept soundly. With the cloak covering her entirely, none of her shimmering, occasionally glittery hair was visible. She was merely a small, dark bundle amid the darkness beneath the wagon.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 Saturday October 15th, 2022 2:46:14 PM
Mole move around from person to person. He places a hand to their mouth as he speaks softly to wake them with a single finger to his mouth. "Sshhh..." he says to each trying not to cause unnecessary noise. With any startled sounds, he covers their mouth as to not give away their position.
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
DM BatMark -- They Sound Angry... d20+6=14 ; d20+10=20 ; Saturday October 15th, 2022 4:19:47 PM Mole moves around and tries to quietly wake folks. Robert waits silently. Mortimer wonders why he didn’t hear anything earlier, but casts a Shield spell and draws a sickle just in case. Highlight to display spoiler: {You had prerolled an 11 perception for your watch, so I used that at first. And the DC was really high, so the 18 didn’t get you anything new. Then Rob gave you all the available info anyway, so no harm done.} Drack sleeps peacefully until woken by Mole. Loryn sleeps until woken by Mole. Ash sleeps until woken by Mole. Torrynashkabbeth has restless canoe dreams, which morph into something pleasant, until woken by Mole Manolo also falls asleep until woken by Mole.
As you rouse the party and cast a spell, there is a momentary pause in the approaching sounds, then some shouts in a language unfamiliar to most of you, as well as some nasty snarls, and you hear the tramping of feet and paw coming more rapidly closer.
Mole Highlight to display spoiler: { After rousing the party, you look to the west and can see a group of more than a half dozen small humanoids with slightly oversized heads and three mangy dogs come into view. They have bows and blades of some sort. The ones in the lead see you and point, starting to yell angrily.}
Robert Highlight to display spoiler: {You recognize the language as goblin, and amongst incoherent shouts there are also some phrases like, “They must be close now” and “The intruders are over there!” As they get closer, they yell angrily, “Look, nasty dwarfses, we killz them!”}
There is little useful light at this point, so those in this dim light (without darkvision) are effectively blind beyond 20' (or 40' with low light vision) until something changes that.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Saturday October 15th, 2022 5:00:58 PM
Torryn was surprised to be awoken. She blinked as she recognised Mole's voice. He hadn't gone far and she was barely out of the blanket when she heard something decidedly unpleasant approaching. Without delay, she quietly summoned her fey armour.
(AC is correct in the header)
If the sky wasn't filled with cloud, there would be some light, she hoped. She couldn't recall what phase the moon was in and certainly had no chance of assessing it from under the wagon, where she currently was.
(My understanding is that she can see TWICE as well as a human in dim light; so, provided night vision isn't necessitous - as in a cave - she should be able to see something - unless of course it's cloudy and there are no stars or moon to provide illumination of any sort.)
(DM Note: Good point, I have revised the DM post. There is very dim light, so you can see somewhat.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 17/23 Saturday October 15th, 2022 7:18:41 PM
Ash is startled awake, but knows enough to not yell out. He quietly gets up, and begins checking his pockets for his components. He looks around to the others to see if a plan is in action.
1st: Mage Armor, Sleep, Magic Missle x2, enlarge person 2nd: Acid Arrow x2, See Invisibility
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Sunday October 16th, 2022 9:25:08 AM
Drack is woken by Mole, grabs his sword, and moves towards Rob, assuming the fighter is between the group and the threat. He gets to AE9 with a move.
“What do we have Rob?”
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Sunday October 16th, 2022 10:41:14 AM ”Angry goblins who intend to kill.” Rob says waiting for the vanguard to reach his position.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Sunday October 16th, 2022 5:49:08 PM
(I’m not sure if he’s been asleep long enough to feel fatigued, but if he does, he lays hands on himself now.)
“At least it’s not worse than goblins Rob. If they are ready for a fight, we will give them one. On the positive side, you have your armor on too. Could have been worse.”
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+2=8 ; Monday October 17th, 2022 12:22:19 PM
Loryn wakes up to Mole and gets to his feet in the wagon. He could hear little and see less, even with his low light vision and natural enhanced gnomish senses. Perception 8
With Rob's declaration of goblins, Loryn conjures forth his Dancing Lights. Setting them 40' away and spacing them 10' apart. "This should help out." Unfortunately Loryn did not speak goblin, but perhaps they spoke giant.
Loryn shouts in Giant "Hold right there little ones. We are not here to raid!"
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Monday October 17th, 2022 3:06:32 PM
Little ones! Goblins! Torryn was very glad that she'd invoked her mage armour, but it wasn't going to be ut to best use under the wagon. With Loryn's lights illuminating things nicely - at least for her - she rolled out and stood ready to act. She had no clue what Loryn had shouted, but it sounded like a warning to her. If there was to be a fight, she'd profit from invoking her Fey Shield too.
(OOC: Not acting further as it's overly presumptuous and impinging on the time boundaries. The critters need to act in the same moment - as do the rest of the party.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield d100=44 ; d20+1=8 ; Monday October 17th, 2022 6:07:04 PM
"Wakey, wakey, everyone! We can't let these gobbies get away alive."
He is relieved that one of the light-bringers had cast their spell. He hates the fact that no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't summon the smallest spark of light. If this inability persists, he will need to find an alternative. He can sense a few, but they're still out of reach.
He then invokes his supernatural swiftness. A tries to spot his first victim, preferably a spell caster. (Perception: 8)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d20=10 ; d20=19 ; Monday October 17th, 2022 7:21:03 PM
Manolo wakes up almost sacred. He relaxes for a moment when he senses Mole. He tries to find a place with cover and proceeds to look around. Perception 27 (19+8) Stealth 21(10+11)
DM BatMark -- Killz Them All! d20+2=9 ; d20+2=3 ; d20+2=9 ; d20+2=14 ; d20+2=8 ; d20+2=7 ; d20+2=12 ; d20+2=11 ; Monday October 17th, 2022 9:24:39 PM Drack awakens fatigued from his armor, moving up to Rob’s position after laying on hands. Robert lets Drack know that there are angry goblins to deal with. Loryn wakes up, climbs up on the wagon, and puts some dancing lights out in the direction of the goblins. He calls out in the giant tongue that you are not intent on raiding. Mortimer is relieved to have some light, and casts a spell to hasten his advance. Ash wakes up and looks to his fellow party members in the very dim light. Torrynashkabbeth wakes up and summons her fey armour, rolling out from under the wagon and getting ready for any fight to come. Manolo wakes up with a start but quickly calms when he senses Mole. He moves to hide in the nearby foliage. Highlight to display spoiler: {You seem to have successfully hidden, and could make a sneak attack this round if you like.} Mole
Loryn’s dancing lights make the scene much clearer for you. You can now see a total of eight purplish-skinned little goblinoids and three of the mangy dog-like things approaching. As Loryn gets up on the wagon, one of them points and shouts (in Goblin, but Robert can translate) ”Dwarvzez and nasty gnomezez, we must kilz dem all.” Another points at Mortimer in his mask disguise and wonders aloud, ”Whatz Gutnsipper doing with theze gitz. We’ze killz him too!”
The three doggies rush up to attack Rob and Drack with their handlers just behind. They are quite foul smelling and have protruding teeth more like a rat’s than a dog. In their enthusiasm, they fail to land a bite on either hero.
The other goblins move up some as well, then loft arrows at the party grouped around the wagon. Their arrows are similarly ineffectual, no doubt hampered by the melee in between.
Anyone who cares to may make a perception roll (free action) as part of your turn.
Goblin 1 AC: 16 Goblin 2 AC: 16 Goblin 3 AC: 16 Goblin 4 AC: 16 Goblin 5 AC: 16 Goblin 6 AC: 16 Goblin 7 AC: 16 Goblin 8 AC: 16 Rat dog 1 AC: 13 Rat dog 2 AC: 13 Rat dog 3 AC: 13
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 17/23 d20+3=5 ; d20+3=22 ; d3=1 ; Monday October 17th, 2022 9:45:50 PM
" Drack and Rob, shall I make you a tad bigger?" Ash asks in DWARVEN. "Just give me the word ". If they approve, cast enlarge person on Both Rob and Drack.
Perception 5
1st: Mage Armor, Sleep, Magic Missle x2, enlarge person 2nd: Acid Arrow x2, See Invisibility
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=19 ; d20=7 ; Tuesday October 18th, 2022 5:00:49 AM
Torryn barely had time to think, let alone invoke her Fey Shield as arrows rained down around the camp. Most seemed to fall short however, and none struck anyone, at least not that was evident to her. Given the poor shooting and the fact that three dog-like creatures were attacking Drack and Rob, Torryn decided to go to their aid. Three against three made more sense than two against three.
(OOC: Roll 1. Observation:26.)
Torryn closed the intervening gap swiftly (hustle: move x2) and joined the fray with a jumping push kick, hoping to knock the dog away; at least temporarily.
Sadly, once again, her enthusiasm eclipsed her skill. (Hits AC:14 only)
(OOC,2: I am unsure whether moving more than half your base move precludes an attack. I do recall that you can 'hustle' and still make an attack, but would not wish to attest where I recall that from. Should the DM wish, please withold this attack until next round. If in doubt, blame the dice roller.)
(Torryn to AC:11)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 d20+5=24 ; d8+1=4 ; Tuesday October 18th, 2022 9:06:26 AM
"Was hoping to avoid open fighting. Blasted goblins." He says before moving up and taking a swing at D3 with his hammer.
Warhammer: AC24, damage 5
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+2=8 ; Tuesday October 18th, 2022 12:14:35 PM
"Stupid goblins." Loryn mutters. "They never were very bright. OK We're fighting"
Loryn casts Glitterdust at G5 10' radius Will DC 17 or blinded
perception 8 Sweet that is three nat 6's in row, getting them out of the way
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Tuesday October 18th, 2022 12:29:44 PM
Drack responds in Dwarven to Ash. "I've never been super sized. If you think it will be a benefit, go for it."
Drack takes a 5' step back to AD10 and casts Bless. He then calls out to the group. "I just blessed us. Everyone should have an easier time hitting them.
Active spells: Entire party Bless: +1 to hit, +1 saves vs fear.
Spells: Bless-cast
Lay on hands used: 1
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d6=4 ; d6=1 ; d20+7=20 ; d8=2 ; d20+11=24 ; Tuesday October 18th, 2022 6:18:55 PM
Manolo tries to attack one of the enemies out of his hiding place with a crossbow. He tries to keep himself in a hiding place and reloads
Sneak Attack DMG 5 Attack 21 (didn't apply any mods apart from point blank feat) Damage 3 (same with point blank feat)
Stealth 24 ( if still possible)
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) d20+1=9 ; d20+10=15 ; d6+7=8 ; Tuesday October 18th, 2022 7:23:45 PM
Rob blocks with his shield and retaliates with a horizontal slash catching the rat dog before him. "As I mentioned, they are here to kill everyone! Mort they don't like your look." Rob says over his shoulder as he deals with the rat dog.
Perception +1 total 9 Scimitar atk +10 v goblin dog total 15 Scimitar dmg 1d6+7 total 8
(the dice roller hates me)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield d100=73 ; d20+7=8 ; d20+7=19 ; d6=6 ; Tuesday October 18th, 2022 7:28:15 PM
With a target acquired, Mortimer casts a chilling spell and moves in next to Mole to deliver a Chilling Touch on the rat, dog thing (D3). If Mole's hammer had already smashed its head in, he will go after the unlucky goblin that is tethered to it. Mortimer's blackened, gnarled claw delivers its icy touch of dread upon its victim.
(Mortimer casts Chilling Touch. ASF10: 73, success. Hit Touch AC: 8, natural 1 ... NO, NO, this ends now! Hero point Reroll: Hit Touch AC: 19. Damage: 6. Strength Damage: -1 Strength vs. Fort Save 15.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Tuesday October 18th, 2022 7:32:42 PM
(Melee combatants, remember to add your +1 to hit from Dracks bless spell)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield Tuesday October 18th, 2022 8:54:58 PM
In response to Rob’s comment, “Oh, I hate to disappoint!” he says sarcastically.
DM BatMark -- My Eyes, My Eyes! d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d6=6 ; d20=18 ; d20=8 ; d20=12 ; d20=2 ; d20=8 ; d20=3 ; d20+4=23 ; d20+2=17 ; d20+2=11 ; d20+2=17 ; d20+2=6 ; Tuesday October 18th, 2022 9:08:49 PM Ash offers to make Drack and Rob bigger. Highlight to display spoiler: {Unless you have some special ability, I think that spell only affects one target. Please let me know if I am missing something.} Torrynashkabbeth moves up and kicks the goblin puppy (D2) for 3hp of damage. Highlight to display spoiler: {You hear something moving to the north, beyond the foliage that is behind you. Rules note in response to your post: You can move up to your base speed and still take the Attack standard action.} Drack accepts Ash’s offer to be enlarged by him, before stepping back to Bless the party. Robert blocks with his shield and slashes with his scimitar, grievously wounding the rat dog in front of him. Mole was hoping to avoid a fight, but wades in to swing at the goblin dog D3, hitting it for 5hp of damage. Loryn mutters about stupid goblins, and casts a Glitterdust on most of them. Goblins 1 through 6 are outlined in sparklies, and 2 through 6 suddenly clutch at their eyes and shriek, as they apparently go blind. Mortimer steps forward and does something...chilling. He smites the southernmost rat dog, striking it dead. Manolo shoots from hiding, taking goblin 3 right through the eye, killing him instantly.Highlight to display spoiler: {I rolled your sneak attack damage of 2d6 and added it to the 3hp for a total of 12hp of damage to goblin 3. If you try to hide this round, you take a -20 penalty (see the rules for sniping under the stealth skill. http://legacy.aonprd.com/coreRulebook/skills/stealth.html#stealth)}
Two of your attackers are down, and several others are blinded. The rest either aren’t very bright or haven't figured out what is going on yet. Goblin 7 steps up to Mortimer and takes a swing with his blade that misses by quite a bit thanks to Mort’s magics. Goblin 8 moves up and attacks Robert, also missing badly. Rat Dog 1 misses Robert as well, and the rat dog in front of Torryn almost manages to bite itself. You might feel sorry for them all if they hadn’t been spewing vile epithets at Loryn and Mole.
Goblin 1 AC: 16 Goblin 2 AC: 16 Goblin 3 AC: 16 HP -12 Dead Goblin 4 AC: 16 Goblin 5 AC: 16 Goblin 6 AC: 16 Goblin 7 AC: 16 Goblin 8 AC: 16 Rat dog 1 AC: 13 HP -8 Very hurt Rat dog 2 AC: 13 HP -3 Rat dog 3 AC: 13 HP -11 Dead
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 17/23 Wednesday October 19th, 2022 12:12:06 AM
Ooc: Sorry, read the Mass version of the spell.
Ash pulls out a pinch if metal before making Drack enlarged.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 17/23 Wednesday October 19th, 2022 12:12:07 AM
Ooc: Sorry, read the Mass version of the spell.
Ash pulls out a pinch if metal before making Drack enlarged.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=7 ; d20=20 ; d6=1 ; d20=20 ; d6=6 ; Wednesday October 19th, 2022 4:32:54 AM "Drack, beware the North. I hear something moving beyond or in the bushes" Torryn called as she continued to try to follow that sound whilst fighting the creature before her. It wasn't easy.
{OOC: Perception:14)
A switch-Axe kick! that would work. Torryn hoped up and her left foot chopped down perfectly upon the rat-dog's head! Whilst it was a perfect hit, the damage it inflicted was far from perfect. (1).
(OOOH! Rolled to confirm the critical and got another 20! Not sure that you are using this rule here, but according to the rulebook she gets to add another die of damage -hence the additional 6. Does this then require a third to hit roll and thus a third damage die? I doubt such is necessary here, but it would be good to know the answer.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) d20+6=15 ; d20+9=25 ; d10+5=11 ; Wednesday October 19th, 2022 8:13:31 AM
Drack watches his opponents as an arrow flies out of apparent nowhere, killing a goblin. "Well done Manolo."
"Gotcha Torry. I'll start working my way to the North. Appears I've been boxed out here a bit anyway."
Drack moves up to AD 8 and uses his new and improved reach to swing at goblin G8, and then listens for the movement that Torryn says she hears to the North or behind us.(perception 15) hit ac 25, damage 11 on G8
Active spells: Entire party:Bless: +1 to hit, +1 saves vs fear. Drack from Mortimer: enlarge person. 10' space, 10' reach, -1 size penalty to attack and ac, +2 to strength, -2 dex
Spells: Bless-cast
Lay on hands used: 1
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 d20+5=6 ; Wednesday October 19th, 2022 10:33:19 AM
Mole steps over to next to Mortimer and brings his warhammer down on the goblin missing wide.
Warhammer: AC6
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday October 19th, 2022 11:04:47 AM
Loryn moves forward and hops down from the wagon. If some more were coming from the north, another blinding blast of Glitter might come in handy. He moves up behind Drack
Move to AF/10
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield d20+10=26 ; d20+8=27 ; d6=5 ; Wednesday October 19th, 2022 11:23:33 AM
In a blur of uncanny swiftness and agility, Mortimer maneuvers behind the goblin (G7) in a flanking position.
(Acrobatics: 26, to move through threatened squares without AoO)
He strikes the goblin that dared attack him with a chilling touch.
(Mortimer attacks goblin G7. Flanking attack +2. Hit Touch AC: 27. Damage: 5. -1 Str Damage vs Fort Save 15.)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d8+1=5 ; d20+8=18 ; Wednesday October 19th, 2022 6:45:34 PM
Manolo tries to attack the nearest goblin or enemy nearest himself. ' definitely lucky this time around', he thinks as he fires at the enemy. Attack 18 Damage 5
Ooc didn't subtract any negative mods.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d6=2 ; d6=1 ; Wednesday October 19th, 2022 6:46:25 PM
Rolled 2d6s in case of flanking the enemy
If it's applicable.
DM BatMark -- Galloping Gobbos! d20+3=21 ; d20+5=17 ; d4+3=7 ; d10=8 ; d10=5 ; d10=9 ; d100=14 ; d20+2=16 ; d20+2=20 ; d20+2=10 ; Wednesday October 19th, 2022 9:51:26 PM Mole steps up and swings but it goes wide of the goblin. Drack appreciates Manolo’s sneak attack, then moves his enlarged self up to demolish goblin 8, which keels over dead. He too hears something moving around to the north and east. Loryn hops down from the wagon and considers whether another glitterdust might be worthwhile if more come from the north. Mortimer flanks goblin 7, and attacks it with his chill touch for 5hp of damage, leaving it barely standing. It’s spindly arms don’t look any weaker though (21 on its Fort save) Ash looks satisfied to have enlarged Drack after pulling out a pinch of metal. Torrynashkabbeth warns of something moving around to the north, then does a fancy kick that lands right between the eyes of rat dog 2, felling it like an ox. The kick also dislodges a puff of dander off the thing. Torryn must make a DC12 Fort save or Highlight to display spoiler: {take a -2 penalty to DEX and CHA.} Manolo takes a shot at goblin 7, and it strikes home, just without the precision of the last one. (OOC: One can’t typically flank with a ranged attack.) Goblin 7 nevertheless dies a suitably dramatic death. Robert pauses for a beat.
The fight to the west of the party’s campsite is clearly going in your favor, with almost all of the foes dead or blinded. Goblin 1 steps up to attack Robert but misses. The dog takes a bite, bit its fangs slide off his armor as well. Meanwhile, the blind goblins are stumbling around, with gobbo 5 bumping into gobbo 6 and taking a panicky swing at him, which unfortunately for the party, misses wildly.
The source of the scrabbling to the north and east suddenly becomes apparent as a goblin riding a giant gecko-like lizard emerges from behind the foliage, padding down the steep hillside as if it were level ground. The goblin rider swings his blade at Ash, striking him for 7hp of damage before climbing back up the hillside without even allowing an opportunity for a counter blow (Ash does not get an attack of opportunity against this clever foe.) The hillside is safe but steep, so treat it as difficult terrain for movement if you wish to close on the lizard-riding goblin.
Goblin 1 AC: 16 Goblin 2 AC: 12 Blind Goblin 3 AC: 16 HP -12 Dead Goblin 4 AC: 12 Blind Goblin 5 AC: 12 Blind Goblin 6 AC: 12 Blind Goblin 7 AC: 16 HP -10 Dead Goblin 8 AC: 16 HP -11 Dead Rat dog 1 AC: 13 HP -8 Very hurt Rat dog 2 AC: 13 HP -10 Dead Rat dog 3 AC: 13 HP -11 Dead
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) d20+10=12 ; Wednesday October 19th, 2022 9:58:12 PM
Robert continues working on the goblin dog before turning his attention to the goblin slashing at him.
Scimitar atk +10 total 12
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=7 ; d20=6 ; d6=1 ; Thursday October 20th, 2022 4:58:54 AM
(Fort save: 14. Saved.)
Whatever that nasty, smelly bit of fur was, Torryn ducked it. She ducked and using that movement spun smoothly forward - almost as if dancing - to drive a back kick into the body of an ugly goblin. (AC: 13. G2) This time the blow was anything but impactful. She was beginning to think that she really ought to start using the bow and not simply charging into every fracas.
(Damage: 1)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) Thursday October 20th, 2022 11:12:02 AM
"You guys handle these goblins, I'm going to go try and cover the backside of the camp. When you are done with these, surround the wagon, and wait for it to come to us. We need one of them alive for a chat." calls Drack to the eastern combatants. "Let's get some light to the northeast and or south. We need to see it coming." He then calls out to the wagon's occupants.
Active spells: Entire party:Bless: +1 to hit, +1 saves vs fear. Drack from Mortimer: enlarge person. 10' space, 10' reach, -1 size penalty to attack and ac, +2 to strength, -2 dex
Spells: Bless-cast
Lay on hands used: 1
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield d20+6=12 ; d6=3 ; Thursday October 20th, 2022 6:59:50 PM
Mortimer easily slips in behind a blind, sparkly goblin(G6), allowing Mole to step forward to flank. He delivers another dark, frosty touch.
(Mortimer attacks blind Goblin #6. Hit Touch AC:12. Damage: 3. -1 Strength damage vs. Fort Save 15.)
He wickedly flicks his tongue in sadistic delight, having the upper hand on such a wretched creature.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d20=19 ; d8=4 ; Thursday October 20th, 2022 7:31:00 PM
Manolo continues with possibly attacking any enemies that remain with his crossbow.
Attack roll 21 Damage roll 5
OOC: Didn't subtract any negative mods. Ooc :super tired today with no access to a pc on my last day of holiday.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 2d4+2=4 ; Thursday October 20th, 2022 7:55:06 PM
" I get it.. pick on the scrawney guy " Ash says defiantly as he Winces from the wound.
The mage waves his hand, ending in a thrusting motion towards the ride. (Magic missle, 4 dmg)
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday October 20th, 2022 9:42:24 PM
Loryn holds his spot and readies for the rider to reappear, a Glitterdust spell on his fingertips
Readied action cast Glitterdust at the rider and mount
DM BatMark -- Gobbo! Polo! d20+3=6 ; d6=1 ; d6=3 ; d20+2=11 ; d20+1=21 ; d20+2=9 ; d20+2=22 ; d100=28 ; d8=4 ; d8=6 ; d8=6 ; d100=72 ; d20+2=8 ; Thursday October 20th, 2022 9:57:26 PM Robert swings at the rat dog in front of him, but just barely misses. Mole Drack decides to cover the back of the camp, and calls for some light. Loryn readies a Glitterdust for when the rider reappears. Mortimer Chill Touches goblin 6, hurting it and draining some strength. Ash winces from his wound, and retaliates with a magic missile for 4hp of damage to the rider. Torrynashkabbeth dodges the puff of dander from the rat dog, and back kicks goblin two for 1hp of damage. Manolo discovers that sneak attack works on blinded targets (denied their Dex bonus to AC) and shoots goblin 2 right through the mouth, which proves fatal to it.
Loryn sees the goblin rider and lizard coming down the hill toward Drack, and is able to Glitterdust the pair without striking the half-elf. The lizard pulls up short in apparent confusion, moving its head about oddly. The goblin chitters at it angrily, but his charge has been spoiled.
Goblin 5 blunders toward Mortimer, provoking a potential attack of opportunity if Mort so chooses. Goblin 6 takes a blind swing at Mort as well, but it goes wide. Goblin 1 swings at Rob but also misses.
Goblin 1 AC: 16 Goblin 2 AC: 12 HP -10 Dead Goblin 3 AC: 16 HP -12 Dead Goblin 4 AC: 12 Blind Goblin 5 AC: 12 HP -5 Blind Goblin 6 AC: 12 HP -3 Blind , -1 STR Goblin 7 AC: 16 HP -10 Dead Goblin 8 AC: 16 HP -11 Dead Rat dog 1 AC: 13 HP -8 Very hurt Rat dog 2 AC: 13 HP -10 Dead Rat dog 3 AC: 13 HP -11 Dead Goblin Rider AC: 20 HP: -4 Gecko AC: 14
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=12 ; d6=6 ; Friday October 21st, 2022 1:50:59 AM
(Move to attack G4)
Seeing her opponent fall, Torryn moved forward. It seemed somewhat unfair striking at the small, blinded creatures, but she knew that were the positions reversed, they'd have no qualms about attacking any of them. She lunged forward to send a whipped back fist into the side of the goblin's head. It caught him solidly on the temple snapping his head to the side.
(Hits AC: 19. Damage: 6)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) d20+9=17 ; 2d8+5=8 ; Friday October 21st, 2022 8:31:02 AM
Drack will take a 5' step to AK8, and ready for the goblin rider to get within his 10' reach. If it does, Drack is ready to swing. Drack briefly considered trying to charge him, but realized that uphill, and in difficult terrain, he probably wouldn't make it. (readied swing: hit ac 17, damage 8(die roller is killing me)
Active spells: Entire party:Bless: +1 to hit, +1 saves vs fear. Drack from Mortimer: enlarge person. 10' space, 10' reach, -1 size penalty to attack and ac, +2 to strength, -2 dex
Spells: Bless-cast
Lay on hands used: 1
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 d20+5=18 ; d8+1=6 ; Friday October 21st, 2022 9:52:44 AM
Mole moves up to assist Mortimer. He again swings his warhammer at the goblins (G6).
Warhammer: AC18, damage 6
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday October 21st, 2022 12:22:11 PM
Loryn gives an invisible tip of his hat at the Glitterdust stops the lizard in its tracks. "Well there you are Drack. I'll bet Mortimer's gold that the rider is in charge of this collection of goblins and the one we would be best to talk to."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield d20+6=20 ; d20+8=11 ; d6=6 ; d6=2 ; Friday October 21st, 2022 12:46:59 PM
With sickle in hand, Mortimer slashes at the goblin that wandered into his personal space.
(Mortimer takes AoO on Goblin5. Hit AC: 20. Damage: 6 slashing damage.)
That goblin paid dearly for that misstep with a pound of flesh. With a devilish smirk, Mortimer calls out, "Oye ..we gots a sprayer!"
He then tries to finish off the goblin he's already chilled to the bone.
(Mortimer attacks Goblin6 with Chill Touch. Flanking +2. Hit Touch AC: 11. Damage: 2, -1 Strength vs. Fort Save 15.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 2d4+2=8 ; Friday October 21st, 2022 7:33:32 PM
"Stupid creature " Ash mumbles under his breath. "Oslo is smarter than you."
He follows that up with another magic missle at the rider. (8 dmg)
1st: Mage Armor, Sleep, 2nd: Acid Arrow x2, See Invisibility
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d20+7=9 ; d8=4 ; d6=1 ; d6=4 ; Friday October 21st, 2022 8:57:38 PM
Manolo tries aim at one of the goblins and misfires his crossbow. 'I hope it at least grazed it', Manolo thinks Attack 10 Damage 5 Sneak attack 1,4
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) d20+8=15 ; Friday October 21st, 2022 9:52:30 PM
Robert continues to duel with the goblin before him trying to put the thing down so he can help the others. Yet again the wily thing evades his attack.
Scimitar +10, PA -2 +4dmg total 15
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) d6+11=16 ; Friday October 21st, 2022 9:54:11 PM
CORRECTION: Thanks to the magic of the bless spell, Robert manages to strike to the little beggar.
Dmg 1d6+7+4PA = total 16
DM BatMark -- An Army of One d20+5=16 ; d4+3=4 ; Friday October 21st, 2022 10:12:06 PM Robert’s scimitar finally tastes flesh, nearly splitting goblin 1 in twain. Mole moves up to assist Mort, swinging his hammer at Goblin 6 and dropping it instantly. Drack readies an attack if the goblin rider and lizard come within reach. Loryn is pleased to have stopped the lizard with his glitterdust, and bets Morty’s gold that its rider is the leader. Mortimer kills goblin 5 as it blunders into his reach, then rounds of goblin 6 only to find it already laid low. Ash fires another missile at the goblin rider, striking it for 8hp more, mumbling about his rat being smarter than the gobbo. Torrynashkabbeth steps up and kills goblin 4 with only a small amount of remorse. Manolo shoots at a goblin but misses.
The goblin rider, despite his wounds and in the face of plain common sense, urges his blind mount to slowly move toward Drack. Amazingly, it ducks under Drack’s readied swing, and takes a swing back, hitting Drack for 4hp of damage. The lizard seems unable to scamper away quickly as it had done before, perhaps having to pick to carefully ahead in its blinded state. Loryn’s first glitterdust wears off, but it matters little, because all the affected goblins are dead.
Goblin 1 AC: 16 Dead Goblin 2 AC: 12 HP -10 Dead Goblin 3 AC: 16 HP -12 Dead Goblin 4 AC: 12 Dead Goblin 5 AC: 12 Dead Goblin 6 AC: 12 Dead Goblin 7 AC: 16 HP -10 Dead Goblin 8 AC: 16 HP -11 Dead Rat dog 1 AC: 13 HP Dead Rat dog 2 AC: 13 HP -10 Dead Rat dog 3 AC: 13 HP -11 Dead Goblin Rider AC: 20 HP: -12 Gecko AC: 12 blind
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=5 ; Saturday October 22nd, 2022 3:22:02 AM
And just like that the brutal conflict was over. At least it was for Torryn. Noises behind her indicated that not all the enemy had perished. Toryn decided that perhaps now would be a good time to avail herself of her bow. She headed back to the wagon, where she'd secreted it underneath, amidst her bedrolls.
(Perception 12 to determine what is actually happening.)
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Saturday October 22nd, 2022 9:05:23 PM
Robert, seeing the goblins down and hearing action behind turns and hustles to the other side of camp.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield d20+22=38 ; Sunday October 23rd, 2022 1:42:27 AM
With grim satisfaction, Mortimer looks over all he had wrought. All their cries are silent, like they should be. All rightfully put in their place. "Wha?," he mutters. He hears something else, another screeching voice from the other side of camp. He loosens the goblin head from his hand and lets it fall to the ground.
With unnatural swiftness (expeditious advance, double move 120'), Mortimer speeds up the hill, jumping if he needs to (Acrobatics: 38, a jump up to 38ft long and 10ft high). He stops short before taking a flanking position. He sees the giant gecko and asks the others, "Oye, don't hurt the lizard, yeah! Bet Mole can befriend it! The gobbie ... food for the worms!"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) d20+5=18 ; 2d8+5=13 ; Sunday October 23rd, 2022 9:01:53 AM
Drack thanks about taking down the goblin, but reconsiders after what Mortimer said. "I'm not really concerned about Mole making a friend with the lizard Mortimer. The goblin ducked my swing, and then hit me back. I'd rather take the Goblin alive, but I'll have trouble hitting the the thing if i try not to kill it. I'll try as you ask and see if I can hit the lizard."
Drack swings at the gecko, trying to do non-lethal damage(at a -4 to hit). Drack hits ac 18(20 if Mortimer is flanking, using non-lethal damage. damage: 13
Active spells: Entire party:Bless: +1 to hit, +1 saves vs fear. Drack from Mortimer: enlarge person. 10' space, 10' reach, -1 size penalty to attack and ac, +2 to strength, -2 dex
Spells: Bless-cast
Lay on hands used: 1
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 Monday October 24th, 2022 9:26:03 AM
"Appreciate the thought, but safety first." he says moving towards the remaining fight.
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 d4=4 ; d20+2=22 ; 2d4=7 ; Monday October 24th, 2022 3:07:37 PM
Ash points his finger at the goblin rider unleashes an acid arrow at him. (Hit touch Ac 22, 7 dmg)
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday October 24th, 2022 4:34:53 PM
Loryn sees his part in the fight to be concluded. The warriors had things well in hand at this point. He moves the light source above the goblin and lizard to make sure all up n the hill have adequate light for the task at hand
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 Monday October 24th, 2022 7:07:21 PM
Manolo moves closer (9AF) but doesn't do anything for the time being.
DM Steve -- Oye, don't hurt the lizard, yeah! d20=9 ; d20=16 ; d20=4 ; d20=6 ; d20=2 ; d20=12 ; d20=4 ; d20=20 ; d20=4 ; d20=18 ; Monday October 24th, 2022 9:11:31 PM Robert turns from the fight he was engaged end and heads to the other side of camp. Mole moves towards the remaining fight. Drack wants to take the goblin alive, but fears he could not hit it if he pulls his blow. He attacks the gecko instead. Loryn moves his dancing lights to the remaining foes. Mortimer turns from the finished fight and leaps to the other side of camp. He suggests they befriend the giant gecko. Ash sends an acid arrow into the goblin rider. Torrynashkabbeth thinks the conflict has ended, until she hears noises behind her. She heads for herbow in the wagon. Manolo moves closer.
Drack’s blow stuns the giant lizard quite effectively. Ash’s spell hits the goblin rider squarely, and it slumps off of its fallen mount. The acid continues to eat away at the goblin rider after it falls.
Goblin 1 AC: 16 Dead Goblin 2 AC: 12 HP -10 Dead Goblin 3 AC: 16 HP -12 Dead Goblin 4 AC: 12 Dead Goblin 5 AC: 12 Dead Goblin 6 AC: 12 Dead Goblin 7 AC: 16 HP -10 Dead Goblin 8 AC: 16 HP -11 Dead Rat dog 1 AC: 13 HP Dead Rat dog 2 AC: 13 HP -10 Dead Rat dog 3 AC: 13 HP -11 Dead Goblin Rider AC: 20 HP: -19 Down Gecko AC: 12 HP (-13) unconscious
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield d100=2 ; d20+8=19 ; d6=2 ; Monday October 24th, 2022 11:47:46 PM
Mortimer begins to cast a spell, he hadn't fully decided if he was going to finish off the lil blighter. At least he was going to prepare to do so, if his decision went that direction. Lucky for the goblin, the spell hisses and moans back to the shadows.
(Arcane Spell Failure 10%: d100 = 2, failure!)
"Bollocks! What's with this bloody place? Been muddlin' up my spells, I have; for the past two nights!"
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday October 25th, 2022 3:10:22 AM "How are you even casting magic in armour?" Torryn asked Mortimer. "I wouldn't want to try that."
She tested the bow, not nocking an arrow, but exploring the draw weight. She really needed to remember to go for the bow first!
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) d20+4=9 ; 2d6=9 ; Tuesday October 25th, 2022 10:53:03 AM
Drack moves to check and see if the goblin rider is still alive(heal check 9). If Drack thinks he is, He will lay hands on him for 9, after putting his sword by it's throat.
"Mole, any chance you can talk to the lizard, or should we dispatch it?"
Active spells: Entire party:Bless: +1 to hit, +1 saves vs fear. Drack from Mortimer: enlarge person. 10' space, 10' reach, -1 size penalty to attack and ac, +2 to strength, -2 dex
Spells: Bless-cast
Lay on hands used: 2
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield Tuesday October 25th, 2022 11:26:55 AM "Why kill the animal, when we could use it? How many trained, ridable mounts, that can climb up walls have you come across?"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield d20+1=20 ; d20=19 ; Tuesday October 25th, 2022 12:56:27 PM
(ooc: I forgot to include in my original post ...)
Over the course of his life, Mortimer has lost count how many times he's faked being asleep, knocked out, drunk or dead. He specifically looks at the goblin's hands and other possible tells (Perception: 20, Sense Motive: 19). Hmm, is he still gripping his weapon?
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+5=25 ; Tuesday October 25th, 2022 4:05:49 PM
Loryn walks up to be relatively near Drack and the goblin and casts an eye in Mole's direction. "I have the spell if you happen not to have prepared it."
If Mole does not have the spell prepared, Loryn casts Speak with Animals and tries to calm the lizard down like one might any other mount, "Easy, easy, you are safe."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 Tuesday October 25th, 2022 5:43:51 PM
"Looks like he picked the wrong fight. Maybe if he survives, he'll learn something from this.. but since hes a goblin. I doubt it."
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Tuesday October 25th, 2022 7:04:44 PM "Well, looks like our first encounter of the hills has gone well. It's a good thing we didn't stir up trouble during the day." Rob says over by Drack as he moves about checking the bodies for anything alive.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d20+8=10 ; Tuesday October 25th, 2022 7:23:58 PM
Manolo comes quicker now that he feels safe. "Let me have a look at what the goblin rider might have", he says as he looks for valuables.
Perception 10
DM Steve -- Easy, easy, you are safe. 2d4=6 ; 8d10=52 ; Tuesday October 25th, 2022 9:47:49 PM Mole is quiet. Torrynashkabbeth asks Mortimer why he casts in armor, and tests the draw of her bow. Loryn uses speak with animals to try and calm the gecko. Drack lays hands on the gecko-riding goblin after taking the precaution of putting his sword to its throat. Manolo starts looking for valuables. Ash notes the goblin picked the wrong fight. Robert thinks their first encounter in the hills has gone well. He starts checking the bodies for signs of life. Mortimer begins to cast a spell, but is impeded by his armor. He suspects the goblin may be faking its death. When Drack asks about killing the gecko, he points out that it is a useful and trained mount.
Mortimer does not sense that the goblin is being deceptive. Between the healing from Drack and the additional burning from Ash’es acid arrow it jolts awake and whimpers in pain. The goblin quickly sees that it has no chance to fight its way out of this.
Meanwhile, Robert finds another of the goblins and one of the rat-dogs haven’t bled out. Not yet, at least. Manolo notes that each of the goblins is similarly equipped – leather armor, a wooden shield, short sword, short bow, and 20 arrows each. He finds a total of 52 gold pieces among them The one Drack revived has better gear, at least, but hasn't been searched yet.
After a few moments the gecko opens its eyes. It, too, appears fearful until Loryn talks to it. But he has the feeling the reason it’s not moving is because it’s still staggered from Drack’s blow.
Grog stirs over by the wagon. ”I was wondering if you were going to be able to capture one. Goblins don’t put their sturdiest warriors in a hunting party. Well done.”
Goblin Rider AC: 20 HP: -16 Very badly hurt Gecko AC: 12 HP (-12) unconscious
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Wednesday October 26th, 2022 3:08:32 AM
Grog's statement didn't make much sense to Torryn. Why wouldn't goblins send out their best warriors? This seemed particularly pertinent if they were hunting people or other tribes. If those warriors were fulfilling defensive roles, they weren't a threat to Wyndhorn and its environs. Then again, what did she know? This was all very new to her.
Torryn sighed. What to do now? The goblins had unhesitatingly attacked, but could she just leave them to die? None were moving. None groaned in pain. It seemed that they were indeed all truly dead. She decided that rather than checking if her assumption was correct, she'd make far better use of her time in keeping watch to ensure that nothing else had been drawn out by the sounds of battle.
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday October 26th, 2022 1:37:08 PM
Loryn continues to talk to the gecko and slowly approach to put his hand up on whatever passes for a lead, being a domisticated creature and all.
He calls over his shoulder, "You have a very good point Mortimer. If nothing else, it could fetch a good price to be sure..
"Tory, looks like Robert has found another one alive. See what you can do to help mend or build some bridges here. We defended ourselves and show mercy, a good start to relations or at least non hostilities."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) Wednesday October 26th, 2022 1:48:00 PM
Drack wonders exactly who's helping who after Grog's statement regarding taking an orc alive. It seemed like he was along for the ride, and testing us as a group of amateurs by having us handle things ourselves.
"Loryn. The Gecko rider is alive and conscious, and currently under my blade. As soon as you are done with the Gecko, We need to see if anyone can speak a language it knows. We are supposedly here to gather information."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 Wednesday October 26th, 2022 7:15:38 PM
Manolo waits for things to unfold before taking things.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 Wednesday October 26th, 2022 7:25:43 PM
Ash walks towards the goblin talking in various languages.
1st "Whats your name" in Elvish. Followed by Draconic, Followed by dwarvish, than abbysal, and finally undercommon."
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Wednesday October 26th, 2022 7:30:23 PM "I can speak goblin and you should let that other one bleed out. It'll just come back to try and cut your throat later if you don't." Rob says wishing he hadn't said anything.
Rob walks up to the questioning and when the goblin appears oblivious to the other languages he asks in goblin, "What's your name?"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield d20+7=23 ; Wednesday October 26th, 2022 8:11:01 PM
Mortimer looks down at his prized chain shirt and he scrutinizes how it's being worn. Everything looked correct. "Toryn, you sure it's my chain shirt causin' all this trouble? Well, I guess I need more training to get this sorted."
Upon hearing that Robert can speak these to these buggers, he remarks, "Good! This gobbie can't play stupid then. He pulls off his gobbie mask and gives a menacing stare, cold as death itself. He cleans the goblinblood-soaked blade of his sickle.
(Intimidate: 23)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) Wednesday October 26th, 2022 8:45:32 PM
(I assume the goblin that’s about to be interrogated is the one Drack is holding, that appears to be in charge?)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 d20+11=19 ; Wednesday October 26th, 2022 10:15:05 PM
Mole watches the interrogation of the goblin in addition to keeping an eye out for more activity from the caves.
Perception DC19
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
DM Steve -- What's your name? Wednesday October 26th, 2022 10:53:25 PM Torrynashkabbeth is confused by Grog’s statement. She worries about leaving goblins to die, and concludes watching for the next danger is more important. Loryn agrees with Mortimer that the gecko could be valuable. He points out to Torryn that Robert has found another goblin that’s still alive, and suggests they help it. Drack suspects Grog is testing them. He asks if anyone can speak a language their prisoner can understand. Manolo bides his time. Ash tries the languages he knows. Robert understands goblin. He advises they not help the injured ones. He asks the goblin its name. Mortimer wonders why Torryn thinks his chain shirt would cause problems. He tries to intimidate the goblin. Mole watches the interrogation and keeps an eye out for more activity.
A goblin is not known for its bravery, and the one Drack is holding was clearly bested in the battle. The goblin reacts to draconic, but does not seem to understand any of the languages Ash tries. When Robert questions it, it readily says that its name is Smagdras. It does not volunteer anything else. In the moments when it can take its eyes off of Drack’s sword, glances across most of the party without focusing on anything in particular.
Loryn continues comforting the lizard. Being only eight feet long, including the tail, Loryn is probably the only one in the party who could ride it.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 d6=2 ; Thursday October 27th, 2022 3:38:39 AM
Torryn was pretty sure that the armour was Morty's problem. This didn't come from any profound arcane knowledge, but the difficulty of dancing in such attire. It was far, far easier to dance in minimimal attire. It made perfect sense, to her at least, that the same applied to casting magic.
In response to Loryn's discovery, Torryn moved to his location, bow still in hand. It seemed strange to help someone that had just tried to kill her. She was far from certain how she felt about that. She could not bring herself to simply end its suffering, if it was even suffering. What decided matters for her was the conclusion that it really wasn't a threat at all. Even if it brought others.
"Get well, I shall bestow the gift of dance." She informed Loryn and Robert. Dance was life, to Torryn and her patrons. Torryn knelt and placed a delicate kiss on the injured goblin's forehead. Clearly, her patrons were as ambivalent about the goblin as she was for the healing bestowed was not great.
(2 points healed)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) Thursday October 27th, 2022 9:22:50 AM
Drack stands by and keeps the goblin under the sword, prepared to slice his throat if he attempts escape.
"Robert. Something has been driving some of the hill creatures out into town posing a threat to the town. We need to find out what's moving them out of the hills and end it. The biggest threat in the area is usually the problem."
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday October 27th, 2022 4:09:20 PM
Loryn winces a bit at some overheard comments and the groups general tact.
"Guys, can we try not looking so bad guy like here? I think we have firmly demonstrated our superiority and we don't need to keep beating that horse. Building not burning here. Robert, find out the tribes leader and name and if the leader has a leader. Goblins are often fodder for the stronger folk."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield Thursday October 27th, 2022 5:46:48 PM
Mortimer nods with Loryn's suggestion, even though it went against his nature. He puts his sickle away and then reaches into his haversack and pulls out a shovel that shouldn't be able to fit. Mortimer still gets quite tickled every time he does that. He mutters, "Love magic, I do."
"Better get these lil bastards in the ground. Didn't takem long ta find us the first time. It will be even easier after they start to turn."
Like a good gravedigger, who takes pride in his craft, he scrapes off layers of sod so he can conceal his mass gobbie grave when done. Thankfully these lil blighters are little.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 Thursday October 27th, 2022 6:36:19 PM
Ash stood idly by, waiting for Robert to tell them what the goblin said. He wa sure the goblin would tell the truth, atleast if he knew what was good for him.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 Thursday October 27th, 2022 7:57:24 PM
Manolo waits as well.
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Thursday October 27th, 2022 8:18:53 PM "Ok, goblin, members of the hill tribes have been raiding towns, why?" Rob asks not wanting to give the goblin a leading question but also concerned it is not smart enough to answer and open ended one.
DM Steve -- Goblins are often fodder for the stronger folk. Thursday October 27th, 2022 10:52:11 PM Mole is quiet. Manolo waits. Torrynashkabbeth is pretty sure Mortimer’s armor is causing him problems. She considers Loryn’s request to help the dying goblin, and decides she will. Loryn is concerned that they appear to by the bullies. He suggests a more diplomatic approach. Mortimer agrees with Loryn, though he finds it unnatural. He prepares to dig a grave for the goblins. Robert asks the goblin why members of the hill tribes have been raiding towns. Ash waits to hear what the goblin said. Drack keeps an eye on the goblin and explains to Robert that they are investigating potential threats to the town.
The goblin that Torryn healed sleeps easier, but is still unconscious. However, she is confident it will recover in time.
The goblin being interrogated by Robert and Drack swears his tribe has not raided any towns. Not since he was a child! It must be other tribes. Sometimes they have to, when the ogres and trolls take things.
Grog explains that he wanted them to come here to see whether an attack from the tribes is likely. Attacks become likely when a strong leader controls several tribes or when one tribe begins to dominate the others. Because several humanoid tribes live close together here, this is the best spot Grog knows of to see how the tribes are faring.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Friday October 28th, 2022 2:43:39 AM
Not being able to readily follow the conversation Torryn contented herself with a return to guard duty. It was certainly far preferable to digging graves. She found that despite the little creature's malevolent ways, she was pleased that it would not die, at least, not at her hands. If she continued her adventurous lifestyle no doubt manner others would, so sparing even one, was a thing to be savoured. She wondered if she could create a dance based on these events and decided that it wasn't a good subject. Instead her mind drifted to the bow. What was it, it did again?
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) Friday October 28th, 2022 6:57:46 AM
Unable to follow the conversation, Drack does as Loryn stated, and acts less hostile. The Paladin stands up, takes his sword away from the goblins throat, and takes a step back.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 Friday October 28th, 2022 8:09:55 PM
Ash just waits to see what transpires with the goblin.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield Friday October 28th, 2022 9:10:14 PM
Mortimer continues to dig at the grave. He gives sideways glances at those who aren't doing anything. He wonders what's stopping them from grabbing a shovel and helping, he thinks to himself.
A conversation continues in his mind. 'Hey Morty, that is such a nice hole; can you teach me? Sure, I'd be happy to teach you proper shoveling basics and the hole philosophy. A proper hole requires a balance between solid earth and the economy of negative space. It's what you make of it. A hole is a tragedy to those who feel, but a comedy to those who think. Wow...you're so insightful, Morty. Thank you, so kind for you to say.'
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Friday October 28th, 2022 9:28:57 PM
Rob considers for a moment and then asks the goblin, "How is your tribe getting along with the other tribes? Any big chief trying to get you to work together."
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 d20+11=25 ; Friday October 28th, 2022 11:53:54 PM
Mole looks at the corpses of the goblins. "Checking for trouble, looks like we created some for the area." he says in dwarven.
"Mortimer, I know gravedigging his your profession, but that's wasted on them. The other goblins'll find the graves and dig'em up."
He moves to keep an eye (or ear) on the caves.
Perception DC25
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Saturday October 29th, 2022 2:53:49 AM "Eww! Do they eat each other?" Torryn asked Mole. She couldn't think of another reason for them to exhume their dead. Perhaps though, she being shamefully mean to them. Maybe they had certain religious observances that they wished to complete. What it amounted to, was that she next to nothing of the peoples of the hill tribes.
DM Steve -- That is such a nice hole. Saturday October 29th, 2022 11:23:23 AM Torrynashkabbeth tries to guard the others while they deal with the goblin. She would rather guard than dig graves. Overhearing Mole talking to Mortimer, she wonders why goblin would want to dig up a mass grave. Ash waits to see what they learn. Mortimer continues digging the grave, aware that the others are not helping. Robert asks the goblin if anyone is trying to make them work with other tribes. Drack backs off a bit. Mole looks at the corpses. He suggests to Mortimer that digging the grave will be wasted effort. He watches for more trouble from the caves. Manolo and Loryn are quiet.
The goblin says to Robert, ”Our goblin leader is a powerful leader. We do not need other tribes! Filthy orcs and kobolds? They are worthless as slaves. We rule the valley.” and spits (carefully, to the side, where no one is standing) to emphasize its words.
(Anyone can. . .) Sense motive: DC 13 Highlight to display spoiler: {The goblin is trying to save its own skin, and would have no problem shading the truth to do so.} DC 18 Highlight to display spoiler: {The goblin seems to think tales of goblin prowess might win its freedom.}
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 d20+4=19 ; Saturday October 29th, 2022 2:46:51 PM
"Drack, Robert can you keep an eye on him, please. The rest of you could you step over here, we need to talk." He says waiting for them to move to him and not within earshot of the goblin.
"This is the way I see it. This fight will cause the goblins to retaliate against the local farms. While we are not fully responsible, we have some blame. We need a way to prevent this from drawing in innocents."
Sense Motive DC19
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Sunday October 30th, 2022 4:30:30 AM "No, they won't do that. Would you ignore the threat on your doorstep to hit out elsewhere? I think it's us that they'll seek revenge on. That's because we aren't going anywhere until this matter is safely resolved. And no, we aren't even partially responsible. Efforts were made to de-escalate the situation, but they were determined to attack at all costs. They started it. But, I guess it falls to us to finish it. If the rest of the tribe is as reluctant to talk as these, well, it seems like there'll be a lot more blood she'd before things come to and end."
That was Torryn's take on the situation. Obviously, if their little group dropped easily the goblins would, as Mole said, be all too apt to escalate matters further. That however, was not going to happen.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) d20+4=8 ; Sunday October 30th, 2022 7:01:48 PM
Drack senses nothing as far as a motive from the goblin. He then does as Mole asks and stands by with the goblin, waiting for the follow up results to the conversation.
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday October 31st, 2022 12:02:42 PM
Loryn steps over to Mole when he calls for it. his knowledge of goblins was limited to stories, but nearly everyone of those stories put goblins squarely on the lowest rungs of the ladder, right next to kobolds, but without the cleverness associated to the draconic descendants.
"Could the goblins actually be in charge? Given what we have seen, that seems far fetched, but why say it? "
"As far as retaliation, one thing in our favor is the distance. At least for right now. I'm open to suggestions on how how Mole. My first thought is he goes back with his comrade and we sit tight. Robert could write out a message to deliver." Loryn waves off the party of protests, "I know, I know a host of reasons that is a bad idea. Option 2 we let them go and head further in to see if we can engage another tribe. We still the tribe name and this great leader's name and if they rule the valley, maybe he could explain why the orcs and kobolds make such bad slaves."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 Monday October 31st, 2022 4:22:49 PM
Manolo comes over to hear more. "Shouldn't we check with the kobolds and orcs as well?", he asks dumbfoundedly.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield Monday October 31st, 2022 8:49:50 PM "I'm not buryin' them 'cause it's the compassionate thing ta do. I can tolerate the stench of death, to a point, but not the foulness that will fizz from these blighters. If you knew, you'd all be helpin' me."
When the discussion turns to possible reprisals for killing this raiding party, Mortimer will stab his shovel into the ground and add his two coppers.
"Revenge? Naw! Them gobbies ain't gonna care about the lives of these grunts. Don't get these bastards confused with you and me. They don't comprehend concepts of kinsmanship ... no lovey dovey families tucked them in bed at night; all warm and snug-like. No, each and every one of these lil monsters survived their childhood by eating their brothers and sisters! The only thing their clan will care about is the loot they were sent to pillage."
DM Steve -- Could the goblins actually be in charge? Monday October 31st, 2022 10:36:59 PM Mortimer points out that he’s not burying the goblins out of compassion. He argues that the goblins won’t care about revenge, only the possibility of loot. Mole pulls the others aside to talk while Drack and Robert interrogate the goblin. He thinks the fight will draw the goblins to retaliate against the local farms. He wants ideas to keep innocents from being involved. Manolo asks about checking on the orcs and kobolds as well. Drack guards the goblin, waiting to learn what the others discuss. Torrynashkabbeth doesn’t believe the goblins would go raiding, because the party will stay until things are resolved. She points out the goblins attacked without provocation. Loryn recalls that in all the tales, goblins are only low level threats. He proposes a couple of options – let the goblins deliver a message to the tribe, or go in and find the tribe themselves. Ash and Robert are quiet.
The group debates what to do with their prisoners and how to handle their situation. No one is questioning the goblin at the moment – it doesn’t appear to understand Common, and is trying to figure out what is going on. The quiet and probably menacing presence of Drack and Robert keeps it from trying to leave.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday November 1st, 2022 4:05:16 AM "So, what do we do now?". Torryn asked. She really didn't want to dig graves, so hoped that wouldn't be the chosen course of action. Maybe she could grab a little more rest, if not sleep. Not that she was particularly tired. Dancers had to have a lot of stamina. She stifled a yawn. Stamina had never been her greatest asset.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 Tuesday November 1st, 2022 8:40:58 AM
"I also don't see a reason to bury them. We need our strength anyway, and dont need our troop tired from digging holes. "
"What if we walk in with our new friend and make a deal. Tell them Gobknob over here came up with the idea to make a deal with us, and to stop encroaching. Worse case scenario, we fight.. best case we leave here with less blood on our hands. "
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) Tuesday November 1st, 2022 9:22:52 AM
Drack, being left out of the conversation, does as requested by standing guard over the prisoner.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 Tuesday November 1st, 2022 9:39:34 PM
Manolo keeps quiet for now.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield d20+5=14 ; d20+5=10 ; d20+5=25 ; d20+5=8 ; d20+5=12 ; d20+5=17 ; d20+5=6 ; Tuesday November 1st, 2022 9:44:45 PM
Mortimer doesn't let the laziness of the group get to him, he tirelessly continues digging until his hole is sufficiently deep. He then grabs the first goblin by the leg and lobs it carelessly at the hole (Hit AC: 14). It lands at the bottom with a soft thud. He grabs two more, one in each hand, and does the same (Hit AC: 10 and 25. crit threat 8). First one lands at the edge and dangles over the side, the second goblin slams into the other, knocking them both in. The sport of it puts a devilish grin across Mortimer's face.
Mortimer walks over to the headless goblin with his shovel. He first throws the body into the hole (Hit AC 12). With a wicked chuckle, he tosses the goblin's head up into the air and bats it with the flat edge of his shovel (Hit AC: 17). It to lands on target ... "Woot! Two points!"
He senses he's probably had too much fun with the dead. He takes the last two dead goblins and simply drops them in. As for the mangy rat dogs, he scoops each one up with his shovel and deposits them into the mass grave. Mortimer then begins the gratifying task of filling it in. After overfilling it slightly, he tamps it down and places the layers of sod back over the bare mound.
Mortimer stands there looking over the grave, deep in thought. It appears he might have something thoughtful to say. No ... he simply spits on it and strolls back to the camp. He'll leave whatever clean up that needs to be done for the morning.
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Tuesday November 1st, 2022 10:08:09 PM "Why did you attack us?" Robert decides to ask the goblin while waiting for the others to finish their private conversation.
DM Steve -- So, what do we do now? Tuesday November 1st, 2022 10:46:48 PM Torrynashkabbeth doesn’t want to dig graves, and considers getting some rest. Drack continues to guard the prisoner. Mortimer continues digging. Given time, he buries the dead goblins and their dogs, and replaces the sod. Ash doesn’t see a reason to bury the goblins, which would only tire them. He suggests walking into the goblins with their prisoner and trying to negotiate. Manolo keeps quiet. Robert asks the goblin why they attacked. Mole and Loryn are quiet.
Grog doesn’t join the conversation, but he pitches in to help Mortimer. He also points out that the scene of a battle isn’t the best campsite. Never know what will come sniffing around if a meal might be involved. So whatever the group is planning, might finding a different spot to sleep be a part of it?
The way Grog sees it, you know the size of a hunting party in the area. That doesn’t tell you the size of the tribe, but it does tell you the how dangerous the threats they expect to face in the area are. In particular how dangerous any orc and kobold hunting parties are likely to be – not so strong that they’d want to risk the losses that the goblin hunting party would likely inflict. And that tells Grog that ogres and trolls aren’t very active in this part of the hills right now. ”That will change in a year or two, change being a part of these hills, but for now it’s a comfort.”
The goblin answers Robert that it was an honest mistake, but seeing that the group included a dwarf and a gnome they assumed the worst.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Wednesday November 2nd, 2022 3:32:04 AM
It made sense to shift camp site. There seemed to be a few options further into the canyon.
"If you want I could scout out another campsite? Manny could come with me, just in case. And two eyes see better than one.". Torryn offered.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) Wednesday November 2nd, 2022 7:58:22 AM
Drack hears the exchange going on with Torry and Grog. “I definitely think a new campsite is a good idea. If you scout one out, you should definitely take someone else. If you and Manolo do that, Robert and I have the prisoner, and the brain trust over there can figure out our next play.”
Drack will then continue to guard the goblin and make sure he doesn’t go anywhere.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 d20+13=19 ; d20+11=21 ; d20+13=33 ; Wednesday November 2nd, 2022 9:21:25 AM
"Your wrong." He says to Mortimer. "Don't think goblins have any sense of family or clan. It's the arrogance of adventurers to think there are no repercussions from their actions; just because they are lesser races. If the chief, wants to retaliate, they will all come together and attack." He says before pausing. "You only consider the aftermath of the attack- treasures taken, people killed. You do not consider the motives of the actions. Mindless, bloodthirsty, killers are the words used to describe the beasts after they attack, never the why. Nature doesn't work that way. There's always a why- food, territory, survival or revenge. Always a why."
Mole will attempt to disguise the burial site as to make it harder to find by casual eyes. (Survival DC33)
"I'll look for a new site." Mole will look for a site further away from the caves. He didn't know if the sound of battle would bring out more goblins, but he knew at some point the hunting party would be missed and others would be sent to locate them
Survival DC19, Perception DC21
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday November 2nd, 2022 10:26:03 AM
Loryn sighs as he catches Mortimer looking to be a bit overly eager at the task, but doesn't say anything He dismisses it and goes back to working with Robert and the goblin. Laying out that what the party is looking for
Goblin Chief, tribe name, other tribes the chief rules Kobolds tribe, orc tribe, any ogre sightings
barring any real additional information, Loryn would rather light a couple of large fires and stay put through the rest of the night than wander off and he certainly does not want to try and navigate horses and a wagon in the dark in the hills. "Fortifying and staying put with a lot of fire to put off the curious seems a stronger course. But if you want to wander out, lets do it."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 Wednesday November 2nd, 2022 6:09:32 PM
Manolo volunteers to go scout with Torryn.
"I was going to be sneaky." Torryn replied to Loryn. That he would be making an unmissable spectacle was actually a good thing. It would divert attention away from what she and Manny would be doing - sneaking: lots of sneaking. Sneaking would be the best way to find somewhere safe. They could then move when it got lighter. For now, it was light enough for her.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/13/19. hp:26/26 Shield Wednesday November 2nd, 2022 7:22:03 PM "no, i'm not," he replies to Mole in a low, tired voice. "yeah, food is a good reason why ..." Mortimer then pulls up his sleeve, exposing his bare arm. Among his various scars, there are several severe-looking bite marks, heavily grown over with scar tissue. One good-sized chunk is still missing, leaving his arm permanently disfigured. "all creatures like ta eat every day, they do. you weren't there ta see it ... what they did to those kids, yeah, what they did ta me. i had ta become a bigger monster to survive ... the many things i had ta do ta get away. because of them, that monster shadows me still. i'm glad ya weren't there ta see it; i hope ya never do."
Mortimer thanks Grog for his help and he retires to his bedroll ... until it's time to get back up again.
DM Steve -- I was going to be sneaky. Wednesday November 2nd, 2022 10:46:58 PM Mortimer responds to Mole. He gets into the theme of food being a motivator, then retires for the evening. Torrynashkabbeth volunteers to scout out another campsite with Manolo. She suggests looking further into the canyon. She plans to be sneaky. Manolo volunteers to go with Torryn. Loryn makes several suggestions to Robert what other information to ask about. He would rather light large fires and stay put than move the campsite. Drack agrees that a new campsite is a good idea. He continues to guard the goblin. Mole talks to Mortimer about what motivates goblins. He says there is always a reason behind every attack. Mole helps conceal the grave. He volunteers to look for a new campsite away from the caves, opposite the direction Torryn has chosen. Ash and Robert are quiet.
Anyone leaving to go look for another campsite should probably roll stealth and perception checks.
At Loryn’s prodding, Robert learns from the Smagdras that his chief is Sluzz Licktoad, and the party should tremble in fear at the name. (Smagdras says this with sincerity – he, at least, is afraid of Sluzz.) Sluzz commands hordes of Licktoads. The kobolds and orcs? The goblins call them Largescar and Redfang. Ogres? There used to be an ogre in the gulch, but the goblins killed him two summers ago.
Grog suggests that wandering around in small groups is not a good idea right now. How would two or three of you have fared against the goblins that attacked? Definitely not as well as the whole group did. Remember that the tribes here are nocturnal hunters.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 Wednesday November 2nd, 2022 11:36:26 PM
Ash curses his human eyes in the dark.
" we shouldn't split. Some of us aren't good in the dark."
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Thursday November 3rd, 2022 4:17:56 AM
Torryn sighed. Okay, so it seemed that now was not the time to be sneaky, not least because Manny didn't see as well as she did in the gloom. There was sense in sticking together, but she didn't like the plan to make multiple fires.
"Let's not make any fires. Look, there was a fight. It made some noise for sure, BUT, no one has come to investigate.... Yet. If they do, why have a beacon advertising where we are? We stay as we were, at least until dawn. If something else comes and isn't friendly, it can share the same fate as these little monsters."
Torryn then apologised to Morty forgot helping with the graves, but cheekily added that he was awesome at it, being so well practiced and offered to dance if that was necessitous, because that was what she was awesome at.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) Thursday November 3rd, 2022 10:13:30 AM
"Alright. Stay here it is with no fire. it's the middle of the night, and we definitely will need fresh spell casters tomorrow. Let's get some rest. What do we do with the goblin and the lizard? Tomorrow I'm thinking we need to have a chat with their chief to see if anything is really going on, because according to this goblin, everything is the same as it always has been. That doesn't seem right to me. Something is going on."
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Thursday November 3rd, 2022 1:50:19 PM "It doesn't sound like there is anything of interest going on out here in the hills. Stumpy here thinks he belongs to the dominant tribe, maybe or maybe not. Regardless, they saw us on their territory with a dwarf and a gnome and thought we needed to die. Typical goblin think. So, I agree with Torry. Maintain our position. Then in the morning, I think we could just leave." Robert says to those gathered.
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday November 3rd, 2022 4:37:20 PM
With the bodies buried, the smell shouldn't immediately attract things tonight, so he would ease up on the fire part. Stay put, no fire, ok. Loryn leads the giant lizard to be near the horses, but not too near and ties it off. Mortimer himself seemed to be another thing though. That boy had some demons following him around. The gnome was not sure what he could do, but he did know that reaching out would be a start. He pulls up a spot of ground by his bedroll and just sits for a spell. After a few moments of silence he gently pats the young human on the shoulder. "I wish we had been and here forward we certainly will.
Loryn gives another pat and climbs back up into the wagon and returns to his bedroll
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d20+8=14 ; d20+11=26 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2022 8:31:58 PM
Manolo readies himself to a scouting but feels a little bit of disappointment and sighs, "I thought we would go scouting but I understand....better together here and alive", he says. Perception 14 Stealth 26
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. hp:26/26 d20=8 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2022 9:08:30 PM "ta muchly, loryn. i appreciate it. though i wouldn't want ya ta witness what they did so long ago. or what i did. i like ta think i blacked out, lost control, when it got really bad; that it wasn't me. but it was."
Mortimer can't forget what that goblin said to him, in his thick-accented common, after spitting out his flesh,'blah, ya taste likes rot, boy!'
In the morning, Mortimer will wake, help clean up camp and put the final touches on the grave. He doesn't know what he could do to obscure tracks and any evidence of the combat. (Survival: 8)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 Thursday November 3rd, 2022 10:19:39 PM
Mole looks at Mortimer's scars. "You survived. Who cares what you did. Predator and prey, in the end we all return to the Earthmother's Embrace."
"Childish comments from a child." he says in response to Robert. "Never said who the dominant tribe was, but let me...nevermind. I've said my piece. Learn the hard way. I'm not gonna hold your hands."
Before the others head off, he gathers them and casts Pass w/o trace on each of them.
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace (c), Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 d20+2=9 ; d20+11=15 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2022 10:21:22 PM
Mole heads away from the caves looking for a campsite.
Stealth DC9, Perception DC15
DM Steve -- In the end we all return to the Earthmother's Embrace. Thursday November 3rd, 2022 11:10:52 PM Mortimer thanks Loryn. In the morning he helps break camp. Loryn thinks they risk staying without fire since the bodies are buried now. He leads the giant lizard aside and ties it off. Then he tries to comfort Mortimer. Torrynashkabbeth decides not to go sneaking, that they should stay put and not build fires that would draw attention. She apologizes for not helping Mortimer, who is awesome at grave-digging, and offers to dance for him. Manolo was ready to go scouting, but agrees to stay with the group. Robert thinks nothing interesting is going on out here in the hills. He explains that the goblins attacked because the party is in their territory with a dwarf and a gnome. He thinks they could leave in the morning. Mole doesn’t hold anything he may have done against Mortimer. He is ready to help the others not leave a trail and to go looking for another campsite himself, but the others explain they’ve decided to stay here. Drack agrees to staying here with no fire. He wonders what to do with the goblins and the lizard. He thinks they should find the chief in the morning. Ash does not want the group to split up.
The rest of the night passes somewhat fitfully, what with having a prisoner to keep track of as well as the potential of being found. Grog stays up for a good bit of it. But nothing else happens by. The lizard gets antsy as dawn approaches, but in the end just turns away from the sunrise and hides its head in shadows.
The morning sun does disturb the goblins, though – both Smagdras and the goblin that Torryn healed but that slept through the rest of the night. The goblins are both pained by the sun, even when they turn away like the lizard has. The one that had been out asks some questions, which Smagdras answers tersely. Robert can translate that the first wanted to know what was going on and Smagdras told him to shut up, that they’re prisoners.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Friday November 4th, 2022 3:22:07 AM "Do you think we could just let them go? That would be an act of good faith. I know it's a risk, but there's maybe a chance that they'll take a message; that we want to talk. I'd set all three loose. Not holding "hostages" might seem dumb, but it shows we are serious and also that we're strong enough that we don't need any. Also, then we are free to move around without the restrictions of guard duty and having "spies" in our midst." It was an idea she expected would be shot down, but to heritage its merits. Plus, if she didn't speak up, how was she going to learn? She could go 'sneaking' and look to follow the goblins if the others decided that her idea had merit. Whilst matters were decided she attended to Spot. The judicious application of several Mending spells soon had both Spot and herself looking and smelling at their best.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17(-2 for enlarge) Friday November 4th, 2022 9:23:41 AM
“I’m in agreement with Torry. Set them free to let their chief know we’d like to talk.”
“There really isn’t much to lose with that plan. At the worst, there are two more goblins and another lizard to fight when they come. And sooner or later they will come unless we let them know we are not here to wage war unless they start one.”
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday November 4th, 2022 5:05:51 PM It was only maybe 10 years ogo tops, Loryn knew it could take a while, but humans seemed to be a pretty resilient folk and with the shorter life spans, able to move on. The gnome nods and retires.
Loryn is in with letting the goblins go and then make their own way in a slightly different direction and deeper into the hills. he also thinks there might be more going on than just what the goblin knew. Would be useful to try and get eyes on the orcs. The kobolds less so. the cunning lizards loved their ambushes and their darkness. Too few of the group thrived or really even did well in such conditions.
Loryn ties the donkey to the wagon and mounts the lizzrd. It did not seem to like daylight, but he would see what he could do to stay to shadow. If the going got tough, he figures he could switch the lizard and donkey, using the wagon to help provide shade
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 Friday November 4th, 2022 9:14:38 PM
Manolo is indifferent as to if they should free the goblins.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 Friday November 4th, 2022 11:08:31 PM
Ash didn't seem to worried about repercussions. " Sure.. let them go. Maybe it'll be some form of peace talks. "
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 Friday November 4th, 2022 11:08:31 PM
Ash didn't seem to worried about repercussions. " Sure.. let them go. Maybe it'll be some form of peace talks. "
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. hp:26/26 Friday November 4th, 2022 11:59:21 PM
A darkness falls over Mortimer when he hears talk of letting the goblins go. It’s not hard to guess what he would prefer to do. However he keeps his silence.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Saturday November 5th, 2022 4:19:39 AM "Greetings little monsters. I guess you can't understand what I'm saying, but you're free to go. Take care in the ...um..bright light and try not to start fights you can't win. You know, you guys should totally try dancing. That gets all the badness out. And if it doesn't, most people are too tired to do anything nasty.". Torryn smiled, going for a reassuring, gentle smile, that couldn't possibly be taken for being predatory. She unbound the goblins, stepped back and shrugged. She had no idea which way they wanted to go, so didn't want to point. Moreover, she was unarmed. All in all, she hoped that she was the least threatening of the group.
DM Steve -- Maybe it'll be some form of peace talks. d20=16 ; Saturday November 5th, 2022 1:12:23 PM Loryn agrees with letting the goblins go, and looking around elsewhere in the hills. He thinks there will be more to learn than what the goblin could tell them. He plans to ride the lizard, though. Torrynashkabbeth suggests letting their prisoners go – all three. She might try to follow them if this happens, but first she tends Spot. Afterwards, she approaches the goblins and frees them, making explanations she knows they can’t understand. Drack agrees with Torryn. Manolo is indifferent to freeing the goblins. Ash agrees with freeing the goblins. Mortimer keeps silent, but it’s clear he disapproves. Robert and Mole are quiet.
Each of the goblins is still pretty wounded, and they don’t make sudden moves while Torryn unties them. As she steps back and shrugs, the goblins bolt in different directions. The sunlight clearly bothers them, but doesn’t seem to be slowing them down. They head for brushy areas where it would be easy to hide, but the continued noise makes it clear they are not stopping to do so.
The group needs to decide their next move – follow the goblins, look for the goblin lair, wait here for more goblins to show up, or go elsewhere. In the meanwhile, Loryn tries to mount and ride this lizard. He sees that while the lizard dislikes the brightness of the sun, it also likes stretching out in it.
If Loryn fails a Ride check at DC 5, then Highlight to display spoiler: {This is going to take some getting used to. However, with a few attempts Loryn is able to get the creature to go where he directs it as long as he sticks to the ground.} If he fails at DC 10, Highlight to display spoiler: {Loryn’s attempts are poor enough that he realizes staying in the saddle while the lizard is climbing is going to either take some training or some rope.} And if he fails at DC 20, Highlight to display spoiler: {Riding like this takes a lot of his attention, same as a donkey does.}
Grog volunteers that if the group wants to go find the goblins, he can stay here and guard the animals and wagon.
"I don't think they really know where they're going."' Torryn observed with some concern as she watched the two goblins seeking to make themselves as scarce as possible. She then considered going exploring. She and Manny could certainly scout the area in daylight.
"You know, I don't think many of these guys come out during the day. Not much anyway. We can likely get all the rest we need during this time, but I wouldn't mind doing a bit of 'sneaking' first. I mean, all information is useful information, right? So, I sort of figured if Manny and I went had a sneaky look, we could then rest up ready for tonight's fun and games. Because those guys will definitely report back and then blame us for everything. But if they have a clever leader, they may well see past that interpretation. I guess it all depends." She didn't say on what, mainly because she didn't know. Nor did she have any real idea about what 'sneaking' might achieve, but gleaning anything would be an improvement on what they had at present.
"You fancy a look-see, Manny? Grogsy said he'll guard."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 2d6=11 ; Sunday November 6th, 2022 12:27:49 PM
(monday post)
Drack lays hands on himself to alleviate the fatigue from sleeping in his armor, and then lays hands on Ash who shows an injury from the fight healing 11 damage.
"Whatever the group decides. We can go find them now, see if they come find us, or scout around."
Spells: Bless
Lay on hands used: 2
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 Monday November 7th, 2022 9:54:15 AM
Mole follows the group decision. He said all he is going to say on the matter.
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20=11 ; Monday November 7th, 2022 12:39:31 PM
Loryn is able to keep himself on the lizard and decides as long as he does not go up anything a donkey couldn't, he should be just fine. Given the fact the goblin rode it into combat, he's hoping the creature is not very skiddish. Ride 11
"Well were are not here to route and attack goblins. We have information on them, which isn't much, but that also means, they are not banning groups together. Let's cut north by west and spend another day heading into the hills. See if we can learn anything else."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 Monday November 7th, 2022 6:49:08 PM
Manolo voices his concern...."We can sneak on them and scout", saying to Torryn. "But Shouldn't we all just get away from them and get more information like Loryn says ?"
OOC: I am going with the flow as I am not sure what to do.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 Monday November 7th, 2022 7:27:04 PM
Ash agrees with Loryn's sentiments. Seemed a valid and smart plan.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. hp:26/26 Monday November 7th, 2022 8:43:30 PM
Mortimer has to fight off the urge to give chase when the goblins make a dash for the brush. He could catch them so easily. Let them think they got away, that they're hidden; all alone. Then all of a sudden, there I am, on top of them. The idea of casting them off into the shadow screaming gives him a big, toothy grin. However his little dream is quickly burst as soon as a new hunt begins.
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Monday November 7th, 2022 9:37:39 PM
Robert favored letting the goblins go. They could tell the tale of how they were destroyed when they met with the group which would hopefully make the other goblins wary. Traveling into other parts of the hills was inviting more trouble but perhaps there would be something good that came of it, "I'm game. Let's see what other creatures in the area are up to."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Monday November 7th, 2022 9:43:26 PM
“Out of curiosity, did we get anything good from the the little monsters?”
DM Steve -- Shouldn't we all just get away from them and get more information? Monday November 7th, 2022 11:47:33 PM Mortimer wants to chase the goblins, but fights the impulse. Loryn points out that they are not here to route the goblins, and suggests looking elsewhere in the hills. They already know the goblins aren’t working with other tribes. Torrynashkabbeth doesn’t think the goblins know where they’re going. She’s ready to scout the area. Robert favors letting the goblins go. He’s ready to look elsewhere in the hills, even if that invites trouble. Manolo is willing to sneak and scout with Torryn, but thinks Loryn’s idea makes more sense. Mole has already offered his advice, and will follow the group decision. Drack is ready to do whatever the group decides. Out of curiosity, he asks what they got from the little monsters. Ash agrees with Loryn.
Each of the eight goblins on foot was equipped with leather armor, a wooden shield, short sword, short bow, and 20 arrows. Everything is sized for a small humanoid. There was a total of 52 gold pieces among them The gecko-rider escaped in his armor (studded leather) but left behind a sack, a goblin sword known as a dog slicer (mwk), another short bow, and 20 arrows (mwk). The sack contains seven vials and two tanglefoot bags. And, of course, there is the gecko.
The consensus seems to be to move on rather than confront the remainder of the goblin tribe. There’s room in the wagon to carry things. It takes a little back-tracking to find a point to head northwest, the gully itself being too steep for the wagon and the direction the goblins came from.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=14 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2022 2:55:16 AM
Torryn shrugged. Sneaking would have to wait for another day. In the meantime she could enjoy Nature's beauty and practice some dance steps as they went. She was sure that Spot would appreciate her dancing, just as she appreciated Spot. It was strange to be so tall. From the saddle she had a very different view of the world.
It made sense to take the weapons and money, but she had no interest in either. Such was not the way of the Sacred Dancer. It was an impassioned way. That passion was for dance and the myriad wonders that could inspire it. There was no place for greed. That thought made her smile. You just didn't see many fat dancers: not Sacred ones anyway. Not that being overweight should ever debar anyone from the joy of dancing! It was simply that it was a physically demanding undertaking; one that shaped the body accordingly.
Despite such ruminations Torryn did attempt to keep an eye out for potential trouble.
(Perception: 21.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Tuesday November 8th, 2022 6:06:09 AM
“Out of curiosity, did we get anything good from the the little monsters?”
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 d20+13=14 ; d20+11=28 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2022 7:53:38 AM
Mole says nothing to the decision only starts to move out. He is quiet as the group moves through the hills. He rides in the wagon watching for signs of trouble.
Perception DC28, Survival DC14
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) d20=3 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2022 11:26:43 AM ”Your previous issues seemed more supernatural in nature. Was there an incident that made you suspect there were issues in the hills?” Rob asks as they ride along. He moves his horse in and out along the flank to keep an eye out for threats.
Perception +1 = 4 must be too busy talking
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 d20+6=22 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2022 12:27:20 PM
Drack turns to Robert and Torry as they begin to ride out. "Let's take up our previous flanking and point positions around the wagon again. Let's pull it in a little closer this time though, say 20 yards. And don't go around hills or down in gullies where you can't see us and we can't see you."
(Drack will take up his previous position. I believe he and Robert were flanking, and Torry took point for her spotting)
Perception 22
Spells: Bless
Lay on hands used: 2/8
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday November 8th, 2022 5:07:32 PM
Before Drack Robert and Torry take up their flanking spots, Loryn answers Robert, "Only to the point that we want to see if there is. Did something or someone out this way act as a starting point to what we found in our until then quiet hamlet. I for one, am not hoping to uncover some great threat, but confirm there is not one and go home." A glance at Mole, and the gnome is happy. The dwarf had a fantastic sense of surrounding awareness, unlike himself and even more so that he needs to concentrate on keeping astride his new mount
take 10 Ride check
Loryn makes sure the arrows, gold, vials and Tangle Foot bags are accounted for, he is less concerned for the other weaponry and not at all for the armor.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Tuesday November 8th, 2022 5:46:44 PM
Drack will add on to what Loryn said. “Keep the really nice sword as well. It might fetch a pretty penny.”
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d20+8=26 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2022 6:59:11 PM
Manolo keeps a watchful eye on the way ahead. Saying, "Lets keep everything now and anything we don't need we can sell later on."
Perception 26
OOC: what is mwk ?
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 Tuesday November 8th, 2022 7:32:49 PM
Ash hops up into the wagon, letting his legs dangle. He keeps an eye out, but gets distracted more often then not staring at the scenery.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. hp:26/26 Tuesday November 8th, 2022 9:28:28 PM ”There was loot?! I really must’ve been distracted!”
He looks for the bag of treasure in the back of the wagon. He then attempts to appraise it. He’ll cast Detect Magic to determine if anything was magical.
DM Steve -- There was loot? Tuesday November 8th, 2022 10:43:10 PM Torrynashkabbeth accepts that she won’t be sneaking. Despite a brief reverie, she keeps a good eye out while they travel. Mole is quiet as the group moves along. He, too, keeps an eye out. Robert asks about why the group is in the hills. It does not match the other exploits they’ve described. Drack discusses the best way to guard the wagon and scout through the hills. Manolo wants to keep all of the loot until they get a chance to sell what they don’t need. Mortimer checks out the loot as they go. Ash rides in the wagon. Loryn answers Robert. He hopes to confirm that their troubles in Windhorn did not originate out here.
All of the loot is secured – there is room in the wagon – and the group moves out, heading generally northwest through the hills.
Mortimer discovers that three of the vials are magic, and eventually deduces that one is a potion of bull’s strength and two are potions of CLW. The non-magical ones are determined to be alchemist’s fire.
Grog laughs at Loryn’s description of Windhorn as a quiet hamlet, ”Although, to be fair, of late it has been. When there were still dragons and the Sentinels were needed, well, Windhorn was far from a backwater then. And for a long time afterward, it was still widely known to be the place adventurers would most often retire to, at least within New Elenna.” Grog seems to be thinking in terms of decades, not years.
The day proves to be pleasantly warm, and the miles pass quickly. When night comes, the group finds themselves in rolling hills again.
---- Edit: OOC: what is mwk ? mwk = masterwork
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Wednesday November 9th, 2022 3:22:15 AM
It was a bit frustrating that the monsters only came out at night. Torryn wondered if she'd get a full night's sleep. She still had magic aplenty though, so it was not yet a concern. What was more of a concern was that the little friends had access to so much fine weaponry and magic. Or was it that. Or, was it that magic was simply far more abundant than she'd ever believed?
As Torryn tended to Spot, she looked up at the sky noting the moon and cloud cover. That would certainly prove important if they had visitors again.
Several 'mending' spells later and both she and Spot were in pristine order. Spot was fed. She wasn't.
"Are you making anything tonight, Loryn? Or shall I dive into my rations?". She enquired after again depositing her bedroll under the wagon.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 d20+6=23 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2022 7:57:43 AM
As the darkness starts to move in, Drack declares “ time to find a place to camp. If someone needs to swap watches for spell purposes, I can take middle with Robert, but generally you probably don’t want both of us on same watch.”
“As a thought, what if we just call ourselves the fellowship? It’s short, it’s easy to remember, and it’s what we all are are. What do you all think?”
Drack keeps an eye out for a good place to camp. Perception 23.
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+8=25 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2022 5:18:09 PM
Loryn spends the day getting used to his new mount. "True., very true Grog. The hamlet was not always as peaceful as it has been these past few decades. A person got a bit used to it I suppose. When I was a lad though, the bards would tell the tales of the Hamlet heroes and their exploits. It's what drew me in when I turned of age. Now I suppose they tell of The Tide, The heroes of The Tree of Parting and the Heroes of The Float! Someday the stories shall return."
As the day draws to a close Drack declares time to camp and Loryn follows in to secure his gecko. Pulling his pack he gives Torrynashkabbeth a slightly sour look, "I have naught but seasoning spices and no how, I am terribly short on fresh anything to make Im afraid." If anyone has something other than trail rations, the gnome is happy to add his talent to making it.
Cook 25
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Wednesday November 9th, 2022 6:40:14 PM
Responding to Loryn while trying to keep a straight face, “I didn’t quite get a chance to hunt, killing goblins and all. How fond are you of your new mount? Otherwise it’s trail rations.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d20+8=11 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2022 7:26:55 PM
Manolo tries to walk around the camp and look around for a possible ambush but he was more busy eating his ration for the day.
Perception 11
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Wednesday November 9th, 2022 8:41:41 PM
Rob pulls the saddle off his horse and brushes him down. He ties the big animal to a bush and then sits down near something he can lean against. Pulling out some trail food he asks, "What's your story Drack?" Regardless of the answer Rob follows up with, "I was a guard for a river boat. It was amazing how much trouble you can get into just running the river."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 Wednesday November 9th, 2022 8:49:50 PM
Ash pulls out a journal, and begins drawing various points on their travel. He lets Oslo out of his pocket, giving him some scraps to snack on.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. hp:26/26 Wednesday November 9th, 2022 9:06:51 PM
Hearing the dire news that Loryn hasn't anything to cook. "Oye, we should've butchered up that basilisk. There was a lot of meat on those bones."
In a pinch, he'd be up for gobbie meat, but that would prove too troublesome for the more sensitive members of the group. And yes, goblin wouldn't be a very dignified meal. Especially for someone of his status ... Mortimer's eyes suddenly go wide. Where'd that thought come from; this dignity rubbish, he thinks? He scoffs at the thought as he, for some unknown reason, takes a comb from his backpack and begins to groom his matted hair.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 d20+13=32 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2022 10:09:18 PM
"Give me an hour." He says Mortimer. "I'll go see what I can find. Probably no meat, but I should be able to find enough for a meal for everyone." Mole moves off through the undergrowth into the hills.
Survival DC32 (to find food stuff)
Prepared Spells 0 - Create water, Flair, Light, Stabilize 1 - (D) Magic Stone, Cure Light x2, Pass w/o trace, Speak w/ Animals 2 - (D) Soften Stone and Earth, Delay Poison, Lesser Restoration, Resist Energy
DM Steve -- Give me an hour. Wednesday November 9th, 2022 10:19:38 PM Manolo checks the area for possible ambush sites. Mole is able to gather enough for the group to have a good meal of mushrooms, roots, and greens. Mortimer complains that they should have butchered the basilisk. He considers whether goblin would make a suitable meal. Ash keeps a journal or sketchbook while Oslo gets some air. Drack makes sure that watches are set. He suggests the group call itself the fellowship. He teases Loryn about cooking the gecko. Torrynashkabbeth is frustrated that they haven’t found a monster to encounter during the day. She checked on the moon and cloud cover. She also asked Loryn if he was cooking tonight. Loryn agrees that Windhorn has not always been as peaceful as it is now. When Torryn asks about cooking, he points out that they haven’t hunted for anything to cook. He turns Mole’s finds into delicious fare, though. Robert takes care of his mount before settling down. He asks after Drack’s story, and tells a bit of his own.
Watches are set, and the night passes uneventfully. In fact, the next few days pass uneventfully. The Red Hills are not living up to their reputation as a hotbed of giantish, trollish trouble. Grog is happy about that.
About a week in, Grog suggests that it’s time to head back to Windhorn. ”And let’s not retrace our steps, the goblins may have set up an ambush. Although they tend to be lazy, it hasn’t been that long and they’re sure to still be on alert.”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Thursday November 10th, 2022 8:05:58 AM
"I think fellowship" is as good as anything. It's a bit bland, but I guess being inoffensive isn't a bad thing at all. The monsters will probably underestimate us, right?" Torryn gave her thoughts on the matter of a team name to Drack. She then turned a radiant smile on both Mole and Loryn.
"Thanks Guys, that was absolutely excellent. You know, I'm really not a big eater of meat - at all; so that was actually pretty perfect for me". She duly skipped over and planted a delicate kiss on the forehead of each.
As to the route back, she merely shrugged. She saw little point in looking for trouble - as the goblins had done. No, the alternate route meant that she could savour the environment and the rugged beauty within it. She might even get ideas for a new dance!
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Thursday November 10th, 2022 8:39:38 AM
The following morning per his usual routine, Drack will remove the fatigue from sleeping in his armor with a lay on hands. After that he will respond to Torry's comments on the name suggestion. Perhaps it is a little boring. I'd be happy to go with the Windhorn Warriors, and after that, I'm done concerning myself with the matter,"
Drack hears Grog's suggestion to return, and completely agrees, and is happy to take a new route back. He is looking forward to sleeping in a bed instead of armor, but is also, so far, disappointed because he was expecting a bit more combat out here in the hills to help him hone his skills.
Spells:Bless
Lay on hands used: 1/8
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday November 10th, 2022 11:41:03 AM
Loryn feigns shock and horror at the suggestion of using the gecko for food, but then quickly smiles at the joke and begins to muse, "Hmm, though in a pinch, I've heard tell of some lizards that can regrow their tales." He readily accepts the thanks of Torrynashkebbeth and chases his final bite with the rest of his drink. "Well found Mole my friend." The gnome still had little in the way of a naming convention that he knew any of the others would accept. Gnomes tended to be rather elaborate and whimsical when they put their minds to names, Like the Galant Guys and Girls of Glitterfall or The Heroic Woldian Adventures Protecting Society which, of course, would be shortened to THWAPS.
The gnome starts chuckling at the thought of Drack proudly declaring to a lord or lady, 'Have no fear m'lord, THWAPS is here. Chuckling soon gives way to a good belly laugh.
"Yes, we should take a different route home all agreed"
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 Thursday November 10th, 2022 8:01:08 PM
Manolo was happy that they didn't have any bad surprises and no fights to be fought.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. hp:26/26 Thursday November 10th, 2022 9:55:40 PM
Mortimer's eyes light up when Mole offers to go foraging. "Oye, I'd like ta help. I've eaten just about everything that crawls, slithers and squirms. Would be nice to know what the more tasty bits and pieces ta look for."
When it comes to possible group names, he was just glad they were no longer considering naming themselves after a sugary pastry (bearclaw).
When Grog talked about heading back to Windhorn, he was in agreement. While the change of scenery and the mutilation of goblins was a welcome respite, it would be nice to sleep in his bed again. He was once concerned that all this fancy, indoor, bed-sleeping living would make him soft. It didn't matter to much for him anymore. It was much more pleasant to sleep in a warm bed, instead of under one. Or under the floor, Or under a barrel. Or under a haystack. Or under a bridge ... and so on.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 Thursday November 10th, 2022 10:13:43 PM
"Can't let the youngsters starve." He says to Loryn.
"I can give you some tips." He says to Mortimer. "I find it an important skill to learn. Natural often will grant a bounty for those who now where to look."
DM Steve -- Nature often will grant a bounty for those who now where to look. Thursday November 10th, 2022 11:07:22 PM Mole agrees to help Mortimer. Drack also mentions the name “Windhorn Warriors.” He agrees with returning to Windhorn, although he had hoped for more action. Loryn points out that lizards are supposed to regrow their tails. He considers a couple of names for the group that he does not think the others would accept. He thinks a different route home sounds good. Mortimer would like tips from Mole on foraging. He thinks it will be nice to sleep in a bed again, when they get back to Windhorn. Torrynashkabbeth agrees with calling the group the “fellowship” even if some might find it bland. She thanks Loryn and Mole for the meal. Manolo is happy they had no bad surprises. Robert and Ash are quiet.
As the group heads back to Windhorn, it seems the route they have chosen is getting rougher. Which is to say, they are having to be more careful in order to get the wagon through the hills. The terrain is fully as treacherous as it is in the mountains, it’s merely not as tall as in mountains. Grog directs them to a low pass that he knows the wagon can manage.
Around noon the next day, they are at the top of a hill looking down on a narrow trail. From where they are, they can see that it goes into another gully, has a couple of switchbacks, and will take them along the bottom of the hillside that’s now across from them. In that hillside, they can see two caves – one in the south side, and a higher one in the east side. The path gets within fifty feet of them. But as they look down now, they are not close.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Friday November 11th, 2022 3:03:02 AM
It was a pity that Loryn hadn't offered up "The Heroic Woldian Adventureres' Protection Society". Torryn would definitely have voted for that. It sounded fun. She could have then been a Thwapper!
The caves below drew her eye. It was still daytime, do a monster trap seemed unlikely. Still, it would pay to be prudent.
"Should Spot and I ride on ahead? If anyone is at home they won't catch us all and we could lead them back to you - if they're super angry and stuff." She offered.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Friday November 11th, 2022 12:17:33 PM
"I'm not sure one person splitting off is a good idea Torry. If something is watching and waiting, and they decide to all jump you, it could be ugly. My thought would be that we continue down as we are, and as we get close, you Robert and I will pull forward of the wagon and make sure nothing is there. That way, if there is trouble, there will be three of us in the middle of it, with spell casters within range. Loryn? What do you think?"
Spells:Bless
Lay on hands used: 1/8
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d20+8=25 ; Friday November 11th, 2022 7:24:20 PM
"I really don't like the caves there", Manolo says. "They are the perfect place to execute an ambush plan", he continues. "I will keep an eye. Although I agree with Torryn....Drack has a point, if something fast catches us...we might not stand a chance to escape"
Perception 25
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 d20+11=20 ; Friday November 11th, 2022 10:24:00 PM
Mole watches for trouble and listens to the conversation of the others.
Perception DC20
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 Friday November 11th, 2022 10:37:42 PM
Ash tucks Oslo away in a pocket, not before giving him one last treat.
He hops off the cart, and moves up to keep an eye on the caves with the others, listening to the plans.
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Saturday November 12th, 2022 8:41:33 AM "I don't like the idea of going through that canyon either way. It boxes us in and gives a possible ambusher lots of high ground. With the wagon, I understand there are no other options but we need to be ready." Rob adds.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 Saturday November 12th, 2022 9:06:24 AM
"I'll take flight and scout ahead." He says. If all are in agreement, Mole will take the form of a bird and fly off ahead of the wagon.
DM Steve -- I don't like the idea of going through that canyon either way. Saturday November 12th, 2022 2:26:57 PM Torrynashkabbeth offers to ride ahead in case the caves are a trap. Monsters won’t likely catch up with her on Spot. Drack doesn’t think splitting up is a good idea. At least not yet, and if they do it should be with the fighters within the spell-casters’ range. Manolo does not like the caves. They could hide an ambush. Mole listens to the others. After a bit, he offers to scout ahead in bird form. Robert doesn’t like using the canyon even without the caves, but he understands that they’re stuck with the route. Ash moves for a better view of the caves and to listen to the planning. Mortimer and Loryn are quiet.
The group studies the caves well, but doesn’t see anything threatening about them other than that they are caves very close to the trail, and who knows what they could be hiding. Certainly, Manlolo is usually observant and he sees nothing outside to worry about. The options right now seem to be letting Mole take a couple of minutes to fly directly over there and check it out without backup, spend forty or fifty minutes following the trail around to the caves with everyone and the wagon, or having scouts break off from the party somewhere along the route. Then there's Robert's observation that an ambush could come from higher on the slopes. At least the party knows where the caves are, and can decide how they want to approach them. The route will take them past the lower cave first, then the upper one.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Saturday November 12th, 2022 6:09:41 PM "I don't mind. Whatever you think works best." Torryn replied. She was ready to scout if needed, but could see the wisdom of all sticking together. At least, she thought she could. Planning was not her forte.
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Saturday November 12th, 2022 9:46:52 PM "I like Mole's idea of scouting. Not necessarily the caves but the upper ridges. If he can confirm there is no one above waiting to ambush us then we can go through the canyon with boldness, ready to deal with whatever may come out of the caves without having to worry about the ridge. Plus, its good to know he can fly. That means he could hit anything up on the ridge should it come to that."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Sunday November 13th, 2022 1:03:47 PM
“Let’s wait for Mole to get back back and report. Let his information determine our course. The trail leading down between the caves is the easiest route for the wagon, so if it’s safe or appears so, then we should take that and proceed in the manner I first stated.”
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday November 14th, 2022 9:44:44 AM
Loryn is in agreement as well. Mole can transform into the perfect scout and his knowledge of local fauna means he can become something not out of place as well.
"We'll wait on your return Mole."
To the group at large, "Unless Mole finds something terrible, I am for putting on our big boy britches and taking the route between the caves. We are after all, The Heroic Woldian Adventures Protecting Society, and not a bunch of farmers."
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Monday November 14th, 2022 10:05:06 AM "THWAPS forever!" Chorused Torryn, casting a sideways glance at Drack to see if he'd bite.
Dm Clint -- Help with a Birdseye View Monday November 14th, 2022 10:08:42 AM Torrynashkabbeth sees the wisdom in Drack’s comment of moving forward as a group.. Robert likes Mole’s ability to fly. It offers the party tactical advantage. Drack wants to wait for Mole’s return to see what is learned. Loryn also wants to wait on Mole’s return, but also believes they need to man up and go the route between the caves. Mole continues scouting ahead Manolo, Ash & Mortimer are silent.
Mole Only Highlight to display spoiler: {You’re flight ahead is an easy one, but also one that reveals no sight of ambush or traps. As you get directly over the two cave entrances you see that from the lower entrance there are faint markings of tracks that could be a small dog or a fox. The upper one does not have the same faint tracks, something a little larger moves in and out of the upper entrance.}
Grog holds a hand to his brow to shield his eyes from noon’s sun as he listens to the group's decision on what they should do next. Every now and then giving them an assuring grunt and a nod. “I don’t like the idea of unexplored caves this close to the town.”
Grog takes in each of his travel companions; “Nothing has appeared coming or going from the cave. You should all go and make sure there is nothing within the cave.”
The party continues to move forward to cut down on Mole’s return time from scouting ahead.
Perception Check DC 20 Highlight to display spoiler: {As the party moves forward you just see the hints of footprints going to and from the lower cave, roughly the size of a small dog or fox.}
What does your character do?
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=5 ; Monday November 14th, 2022 11:23:19 AM
Torryn didn't notice anything untoward, but then she was far too preoccupied absorbing Grog's words.
"Does this mean i get to go sneaking? She asked excitedly. If she left Spot with the wagon, she'd be a lot sneakier. Spot was a great horse, but not very good at sneaking. She patted Spot gently.
"You'll be a good horsey while I'm off sneaking." She told her.
(Perception: 12)
AC 13 HP 26/26 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+2=18 ; Monday November 14th, 2022 12:06:30 PM
Loryn can hardly contain his excitement when Torrynashkabbeth voices the acronym aloud. He quickly tries to divert some of the attention.
"Soon as Mole gets back." remarks Loryn to Grog's advise, "That is the plan. Not just going to slip by and hope nothing horrid is plotting the destruction of the Wold and all we hold dear"
"Ok probably not quite that big of deal, but I agree we should get a good look." Loryn gives Torrynashkabbeth a grin, "Yeah, sneaking is called for. Take Manolo. We'll be about 60' behind you to help minimize our robust walking style."
Leaving all mounts with Grog and the wagon, moving up a little to decrease Mole's round trip is not a worry and then Manolo and Torrynashkabbeth could take pint for the final few hundred feet.. The gnome encourages Robert and Drack to have bows at the ready.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d20+8=20 ; Monday November 14th, 2022 6:02:49 PM
Manolo takes a quick look and says ,"There was something inside the cave it either left the cave or came back to the cave....", he points to a small foot print he sees, "You see ? its like a dog or a fox but I am not sure if it is actually one"
Perception 20
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 Monday November 14th, 2022 6:31:07 PM "You know, I think I'm definitely going to take my bow this time." She told Loryn. She'd have forgotten it. Again. had it not been for Loryn's timely reminder. Furthermore, the prospect of encountering dog-like creatures meant that a bow that shot fiery arrows would be very useful indeed.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/23 d20+3=13 ; Monday November 14th, 2022 6:34:54 PM
Ash doesn't notice the Footprints and instead keeps his eyes on the cave. A bead of sweat started traveling down his brow.
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) d20+1=19 ; Monday November 14th, 2022 7:54:17 PM
Robert follows at about twenty yards from Torry and Loryn with sling at the ready with a bullet set. His shield hangs freely from his left arm as he walks. 'I lose more slings this way.' he thinks to himself knowing he will drop it after the first shot goes down range.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 40/40; CMD 16 Monday November 14th, 2022 9:52:34 PM
Mole returns and takes his dwarven form. He tells the group of the larger moves in and out of the upper cave. He did not see what it was.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. hp:26/26 d20+1=10 ; Monday November 14th, 2022 10:12:22 PM
Mortimer abruptly sits up in the back of Grog's wagon, seemingly surprised he had been asleep all this time. He doesn't know what happened and seems disoriented. He shakes out the cobwebs in his head and says,"Oye, where are we?!" His eyes go wide when he observes the deep ravine, the steep trail and the caves along the way for the first time. "Whoa!"
(Perception: 10)
Mortimer jumps out of the wagon, he stretches a little, he then catches up with the group. He doesn't notice anything since his eyes are still adjusting to the bright sun. He's a little miffed that he was simply left behind, but he lets it slide for now. :) He likes caves ... and the possibilities they contain.
(OOC: Sorry for missing posts, Work is crazy this time of year.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Tuesday November 15th, 2022 10:13:04 AM
Drack will pull his bow and follow Loryns directions. "Should we leave the wagon and horses here with Grog, and walk in?"
Spells:Bless
Lay on hands used: 1/8
Dm Clint -- The Darkness Ahead Tuesday November 15th, 2022 10:13:11 AM Torrynashkabbeth gets ready to sneak off ahead, bow in hand this time. Robert follows at a distance from those scouting ahead. Loryn is overwhelmed that Torryn called the group by name. Mole returns back to the group reporting on what he saw. Ash keeps his eyes on the cave starting to sweat at what could be within. Mortimer wakes up from his nap and jumps at the ready. Manolo & Drack remain silent.
Torryn slinks off ahead down this low winding path that starts to change in elevation as it steadily climbs. “As the trail switches back and forth don’t let him get too far out of our sight.” Grog urges the group to keep a little closer distance.
Closing in, Loryn & Co. find a good place to leave the mounts and wagon behind; “I’ll keep watch, listen for three bellows of a horn if I need your help.”
Evening is creeping in at this point when the group makes it to the first of the two cavern’s entrances. Roughly 60 feet ahead of where the party stops you see a wide opening of 15-20 feet in the wall that quickly tappers off into a 10-foot entrance. From where you are, you only see darkness within.
From what Mole described, there is another entry point that must be around the bend ahead some 80-100 feet. But you cannot see it.
What does your character do?
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:20 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=13 ; d20=18 ; Tuesday November 15th, 2022 11:44:17 AM
(Stealth: 23)
The encroaching dusk helped Torryn greatly. She slunk on ahead, stooping to keep her profile to a minimum. Once at the side of the cave, she paused and then peered around the edge of the cave to take a look within.
(Perception: 25)
Being a half-elf Torryn could see twice as far in the gloom as could your typical human. (Low light vision). She carefully nocked an arrow in case there was trouble.
Manolo would be with her, but he wouldn't be able to see as far into the cave as she could. Still, two eyes were always better than one, they said.
Robert (Brent H) (39/39 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 12; FF: 17, CMD: 20) Tuesday November 15th, 2022 6:33:34 PM "Nothing so far. Shall we knock?" Rob asks those nearest him.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/25 d20+8=14 ; Tuesday November 15th, 2022 7:07:48 PM
Manolo tries to keep his pace with Torryn but he doesn't as good as Torryn.
Perception 14
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. hp:26/26 d20+1=6 ; d100=58 ; Tuesday November 15th, 2022 10:51:54 PM "Are one of you light bringers gonna do it ... or do I need ta get my lantern out." Mortimer asks? "Don't know why, but light spells flee from my touch."
(Perception: 6)
He decides however to go ahead and preemptively cast Detect Magic to see if he detects anything within the darkness.
(Casts Detect Magic. ASF10%: 58, success. Duration: Concentration, up to 4 minutes.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Wednesday November 16th, 2022 7:22:50 AM
Drack wii pull up short with everyone except Torry and Manolo, allowing them to proceed stealthily. Drack has his bow at the ready for whatever threat that might appear.
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