Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 73/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status:Merry Friday December 30th, 2022 1:32:48 AM
As the night wears on Tsak finds his troubles melt away. He discusses the last 12 months with Mak and Gothruk - examining what could have gone better, where he's gotten stronger and where he needs to put his focus going forward.
Good chat, great story, needs more dragons says Gothruk as he makes to depart.
Tsak gives him the evil eye we're getting to that bit soon! and then a grin from ear to ear to show no hard feelings before returning to his cups (and maybe one more mince tart).
(OOC Tsak levelled to 12)
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 18/89 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 23 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Monday January 2nd, 2023 10:49:20 AM
(OOC: Leveled Ayotnom)
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:37AO/29/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/18/13/-/-|(AG,MW,KN,*HY,FA,,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x Tuesday January 3rd, 2023 11:01:27 AM
OOC: Mak is complete.
Wilford Grimly(Matt S.) (HP:91/91- AC: 28; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d100=100 ; Wednesday January 4th, 2023 9:02:13 AM
After some time to cool off, Wil returned and listened to his mother. She told him the entire story and advised him of the legacy his father left him as a Shadow Dancer. Eventually, Wil accepted his destiny and joined his father as a ShadowDancer. (OOC: Wil is leveled up to 12 and started to use a new sheet/link.)
Elyas (Ben A.) (31/85 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Wednesday January 4th, 2023 1:48:11 PM
OOC: Elyas is leveled up
Kiwina (Steve M) 117/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Wednesday January 4th, 2023 8:06:30 PM
OOC: Kiwina is not yet leveled up, but I will do so by Monday.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Reist Energy (FIRE) | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 2/7 DC17 | Hero Point 7/11 Thursday January 5th, 2023 10:44:05 AM
OOC: Level 12 set
_______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 3+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 (2/2) / Heal 4th - 4+1 - XCure Critical (D)X / Protection from Energy (0/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / XLesser RestorationX / Resist Energy (1/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (2/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
DM Mark - This is not my beautiful house, this is not my beautiful wife. Thursday January 5th, 2023 1:08:08 PM
The Petals share an extended meal and a good time with loved ones. They wonder if the visitors are real or just conjured from their memories, but they certainly seem real. They feel real and smell real. Heck, even Mak’s curmudgeonly veneer seems to soften a bit in this place.
As the evening winds down, the Petals get up and move about, meeting their friends and loved ones. Some even learn a secret bit about their fellow Petals from those conjured here. Kiwina is able to spend some quiet time alone with Kinipeli.
Finally, the rotund man with the holly crown speaks.
”Friends, I hope you are refreshed by this respite. Rest here a bit - you’ve all earned it and I sense there is much ahead for you.”
He waves his hand. Perhaps it’s the food and drink. Perhaps it's the relaxation from having loved ones close. Perhaps the recent fights you’ve faced are catching up with you. But you all begin to feel a bit drowsy as you sit or lay down where you are next to those you care about.
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You wake to the musty smell of stone. You are in a tunnel about 30’ wide. Things seem a bit hazy as you recall being in this place. Was it moments ago, or a lifetime away? With some dismay, you see your loved ones and that big fat guy are nowhere to be seen. But still, you feel refreshed and rested.
Before you is a dead kobold, and two live ones cower in fear having tossed down their weapons.
(As a parting gift from old Nick, you will find that any spells or abilities that were used that day have been refreshed as though they were never cast or used, though your spell choices remain the same. If you gained additional spell slots by leveling up, they can be filled with 14 minutes of prayer or study, but you may not change any spells previously prepared.)
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor, Magic Weapon, Shield of Faith, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon - used D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure moderate Wounds) Lv3: Inflict Serious Wounds, Summon MonsterIII(Lantern Archon), Searing Light - used, - D: protection from energy - used Lv4: Freedom of Movement, Imbue with Spell Ability - D: Confusion
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+18=32 ; Thursday January 5th, 2023 10:13:36 PM
Ayotnom recasts his extended Mage Armor and then takes a long look around.
Kiwina (Steve M) 117/121 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Thursday January 5th, 2023 10:20:48 PM
Kiwina also takes the time to pray.
(OOC: Whether he takes a level of Ranger or Justicar, he will gain spell slots.)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Reist Energy (FIRE) | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 7/7 DC18 | Hero Point 7/11 Friday January 6th, 2023 9:49:55 AM
Falco looks at the Kobolds and levels his bow at them simply to cover them while the others pray. He would like to do the same but not until this kobold situation is resolved. _______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (1/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (2/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 73/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status: Friday January 6th, 2023 10:42:17 AM
Tsak moves over to join Falco. He leaves his sword sheathed, then remembers there may be another kobold around somewhere who hasn't given up yet. He moves his hand to the hilt of the sword and leaves it there whilst the rest of the party get read all around them.
Elyas (Ben A.) (31/85 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Friday January 6th, 2023 12:04:22 PM
Elyas feels quite refreshed, and ready to continue. His spells come back to mind readily after a good rest, but he feels like he could do more if he had some time. Seeing the others stop to meditate he also spends some time getting ready.
we probably look real odd to these kobolds still sitting here, but I doubt they will try anything more right now
In addition to the spells, Elyas has started to recall old lessons he took in his training days. Hearing the draconic langugae spoken has brought those memories back to the forefront, and Elyas feels that he could understand the kobolds a lot better after having the time to reflect and refresh...
[OOC - Pathfinder rules for languages are silly, but Elyas now knows draconic as part of this level-up]
Spells prepared:
cantrips: Resistance, detect magic, light, mending Level 1: 2X protection from evil, mage armor, 3X magic missile, Comprehend Languages Level 2: 2X Resist Energy,2X Scorching Ray, web, Glitterdust, see invisibility Level 3: 2X lightning bolt, Haste, 2X Fly, fireball Level 4: 2X summon monster IV, Dimensional Anchor, Greater Invisibility, Black tentacles Level 5: Baleful Polymorph, Cone of Cold, 2X Summon Monster V, Telekenisis Level 6: 2X Chain Lightning, Summon Monster VI, Flesh to Stone Special: Acid Dart (8/8 remain, 1d6+4), pearl of power 1, bonded item, dimensional steps (300/330)
Active effects: On Self: Mage Armor (11 hours)
DM Jeremy Friday January 6th, 2023 12:05:00 PM
Wil begins preparing spells.
Ayotonm casts mage armor on himself, and takes a look around.
Kiwina also prepares spells.
Falco would like to prepare spells but someone needs to stand guard.
Tsak also stands guard while the others pray.
Elyas also prepares spells, though he thinks the kobolds may think they look foolish
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Besides realizing that you have regained spells, you also notice that your wounds have closed, and you have regained all HP. The kobolds remain seated awaiting instruction. It is clear that they are completely complainant and don't desire any further conflict.
The time passes and our praying heroes gain their new spells. Time passes without incident, and you are pretty sure that if Falco decided to spend some time with his god, he should be fine.
In the meantime the kobolds are still awaiting instruction.
Here is the last DM post prior to the Saint Nick encounter.
Mak suggest letting the captives go. He suggests keeping their gear as payment for their lives.
Wil asks what they should do with the kobolds, claiming it would be dishonorable to kill them. He gives some healing to Ayotnom.
Tsak is on high alert as the situation looks dire. The kobolds are telling the same story, and he hears the truth in their words, but he wonders if it is the whole truth. He asks if anyone has a plan.
Ayotnom wonders if Grovas can turn kids into kobolds or wyvarans. Ultimately he just wonders what happened to the kids.
Kiwina cliams they can ask Grovas where the children are, when they are done with the kobolds. He suggests asking about the distance to the lair, if the dragon is here, and what buffs are desireable.
Rolth likes Mak's idea, and Kiwina's line of questioning. He is ready to go and than buff, at the last minute.
Elyas too wants know how much farther, and says the kobolds could be lying about being the last line of defense. He mentions that some dragons can polymorph and hopes that Grovas didn't disguise himself as a kobold and slip away. Of course Grovas has proven himself to have a massive ego, so he doubts it.
Falco allows his friends to do the talking, as he wonders how good the dragon's ears are.
Wilford Grimly(Matt S.) (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) Friday January 6th, 2023 12:49:22 PM
"Maybe we should send the kobolds ahead of us as a distraction of some sort?" Wil says. "I did a little practicing with my crossbow and I think I've gotten a little better to back up my summons." He adds.
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor, Magic Weapon, Shield of Faith, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon - used D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure Moderate Wounds) Lv3: Inflict Serious Wounds, Summon MonsterIII(Lantern Archon), Searing Light - used, - D: protection from energy - used Lv4: Freedom of Movement, Imbue with Spell Ability - D: Confusion
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:37AO/29/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/18/13/-/-|(AG,MW,KN,*HY,FA,,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x Friday January 6th, 2023 1:57:40 PM
Mak suggested that no, sending the kobolds ahead would be a mistake. At most it would alert those ahead of them and at worst, the kobolds would rat them out.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (114/114 HP | AC: 19; Touch: 13; CMD: 27 Friday January 6th, 2023 6:57:27 PM
(OOC: I must have missed the "submit" button last night before bedtime, so here is that post. I'll post again tomorrow to catch up)
"Thanks, Ol' Nick!" Rolth is ready to grant these kobolds parole and send them on their way (but we'll keep their weapons and gear, of course.) Once folks have prayed or studied as needed, it is time to deal with the dragon! It probably won't help, but he will take the time to activate his amulet of mighty fists (shock). Of potentially more value, he will cast his spiffy new Heroism spell on himself once we are ready to set out.
Effect Tracking: ?Protection from Energy (Fire) 108 hp 154/900r? Heroism 1/500r Low Light Vision (Darkvision when raging) Bardic Performance 0/12 rounds used (inactive) Rage 0/24 rounds used (inactive) Channel Energy 0/5 used Calming Touch 0/5 used
Spell Slots: Stabilize 0/1 used Divine Favor 0/3 used Bless 0/1 used Lesser Restoration 0/1 used Shield Other 0/1 used Prayer 0/1 used 1st level 0/4 used 2nd level 1/2 used
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+19=25 ; Saturday January 7th, 2023 3:30:57 PM "Yes, it is time to deal with the dragon. And rescue the children." Kiwina looks through the passage the way they had been going before being ambushed, to see what's down there.
(Perception = 25, low light vision)
===== Ranger: 1st -- Entangle, Resist Energy Druid: 0th -- Create Water, Detect Magic, Flare, Light 1st -- Obscuring Mist, CLW, Entangle, Magic Stone, Summon Nature's Ally I 2nd -- Fog Cloud, Chill Metal, Resist Energy, Resist Energy, Soften Earth and Stone 3rd -- Call Lightning, Meld into Stone, Quench, Spike Growth Aumakua have one 1st ranger spell
(OOC: Character sheet should be ready for review.)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (114/114 HP | AC: 19; Touch: 13; CMD: 27 Sunday January 8th, 2023 6:38:54 PM
Rolth will follow his Heroism with an Expeditious Retreat, the better to get into and out of trouble more easily!
Effect Tracking: ?Protection from Energy (Fire) 108 hp 156/900r? Heroism 2/500r Expeditious Retreat 1/50r Low Light Vision (Darkvision when raging) Bardic Performance 0/12 rounds used (inactive) Rage 0/24 rounds used (inactive) Channel Energy 0/5 used Calming Touch 0/5 used
Spell Slots: Stabilize 0/1 used Divine Favor 0/3 used Bless 0/1 used Lesser Restoration 0/1 used Shield Other 0/1 used Prayer 0/1 used 1st level 1/4 used 2nd level 1/2 used
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Sunday January 8th, 2023 11:23:05 PM
Ayotnom says to Kiwana, "Assuming he didn't eat them or turn them into kobolds or wyvarens somehow yes."
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Sunday January 8th, 2023 11:23:06 PM
Ayotnom says to Kiwana, "Assuming he didn't eat them or turn them into kobolds or wyvarens somehow yes."
DM Jeremy Monday January 9th, 2023 6:37:18 AM
Wil suggests sending the kobolds ahead as a distraction, and mentions he has gotten better with his crossbow,
Mak fears Wil's idea could be a mistake, and gives some reasons why.
Rolth prepares himself for battle. He is ready to let the kobolds go, though giving them their gear back is a no go.
Kiwina agrees it is time to deal with the dragon, and rescue the children. He looks ahead into the pitch black. With his low light vision, he can see farther than most, but his vision isn't good enough to give him any further insight.
Rolth continues to prepare himself for the task at hand.
Ayotonom reminds Kiwana that the dragon may have eaten the kids, or somehow changed them into kobolds or wyvarans.
Our intrepid heroes are ready to set out. Is there any more prep and or planning they wish to make? The kobolds are waiting patiently to receive their sentence. it is hard to tell for sure, just by looking at their scaly faces, but they seem to be showing signs of fear. Perhaps it's due to the fact that they have been defeated, captured, and their captures speak a language they don't understand. That coupled with the long deliberation, as well as the seemingly odd behavior of their captures. Pausing everything to stop and pray, and/or prepare spells would seem a bit odd, especially since they have no idea that time stood still , and that their captures were gone for a bit.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Reist Energy (FIRE) | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 7/7 DC18 | Hero Point 7/11 Monday January 9th, 2023 9:13:06 AM
Falco coninues to keep an eye on the kobolds while he mentally gets himself sorted to be back in this reality.
_______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (1/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (2/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Elyas (Ben A.) (31/85 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Monday January 9th, 2023 2:10:49 PM
Elyas looks at the kobolds who seem confused and frightened.
I agree with Mak, I don't think we want these guys running in ahead of us. do we just let them go? We don't have a great way to hold them here, or anything we would do with them when we come back through. We are wasting time here, though, we need to move forward and pick a fight with a dragon....
To prepare for any more ambushes, Elyas casts See Invisibility on himself, then light on his dagger and moves up with Kiwina to see what lies ahead.
Spells prepared:
cantrips: Resistance, detect magic, light, mending Level 1: 2X protection from evil, mage armor, 3X magic missile, Comprehend Languages Level 2: 2X Resist Energy,2X Scorching Ray, web, Glitterdust, see invisibility Level 3: 2X lightning bolt, Haste, 2X Fly, fireball Level 4: 2X summon monster IV, Dimensional Anchor, Greater Invisibility, Black tentacles Level 5: Baleful Polymorph, Cone of Cold, 2X Summon Monster V, Telekenisis Level 6: 2X Chain Lightning, Summon Monster VI, Flesh to Stone Special: Acid Dart (8/8 remain, 1d6+4), pearl of power 1, bonded item, dimensional steps (300/330)
Active effects: On Self: Mage Armor (11 hours) See invisibility (2 hours)
Wilford Grimly(Matt S.) (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) Monday January 9th, 2023 5:52:35 PM
"We could turn them into slaves to do only our bidding." Wil smiles and tries a little to show he is joking. "If we have to use for them then I say leave them to their own devices. Wardd has blessed them with his luck to still be alive." "Strategy, I plan to summon two of my crossbows then at least two shadows. I would like to cast imbue with Spell abilities and maybe have an extra healer running around. Shadow healer. That's about all I've planned... oh and I will stay in the rear this time instead of running into the fray."
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor, Magic Weapon, Shield of Faith, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon - used D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure Moderate Wounds) Lv3: Inflict Serious Wounds, Summon MonsterIII(Lantern Archon), Searing Light - used, - D: protection from energy - used Lv4: Freedom of Movement, Imbue with Spell Ability - D: Confusion
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (114/114 HP | AC: 19; Touch: 13; CMD: 27 Monday January 9th, 2023 8:06:49 PM
Rolth asks the Petals who can speak Draconic to tell the kobolds that they can go, if they never again return to this place, serve Grovas, nor take up arms against us or the inhabitants of the Taur Isles. With that, he is done and ready to move on, and suggests keeping spread out more than usual, and avoid lining up too, given that our foe has multiple breath weapons to choose from. He checks whether the previous protection from energy spell is still in place, and if not, requests that perhaps now would be a good time for our casters to renew our protections. He then takes his place near the front of the party and heads down the tunnel with his fellows.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Monday January 9th, 2023 8:39:19 PM
Ayotnom translates Rolth's terms into Draconic and sees if the Kobolds will agree to them. If they do he translates their answers to the rest of the Petals and assumes they can just be on their way.
To Wil he says, "You were joking about the slave thing right? I thought good characters frowned on slavery."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC20(21) (T15/F14) 73/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status: Monday January 9th, 2023 10:12:56 PM
As long as someone is watching the kobolds Tsak takes an hour out to prepare his few spells and his mind for the battle he expects is coming.
As the party prepares to head out he turns to Rolth and Kiwina Where do you want me lads, scouting out front or bringing up the rear? The ranger still feels the sting of the last attack that got past him, even though they used invisibility, and is determined it won't happen again.
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Monday January 9th, 2023 11:13:25 PM
Kiwina explains that he plans to activate his tattoos just before they enter any doorway or larger chamber, but doesn't want to risk the duration running out while they explore this corridor.
Wilford Grimly(Matt S.) (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+12=13 ; Tuesday January 10th, 2023 9:21:18 AM
"Nah!!" Wil says to Ayotnom, "just joking my friend, or am I." Wil laughed a little too much at that and smiled. "What are we looking at up front, where we going?" (Perception: 13)
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:37AO/29/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/18/13/-/-|(AG,MW,KN,*HY,FA,,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x Tuesday January 10th, 2023 9:29:52 AM
Mak collected the Kobolds gear and then sent them on their way with a warning to never return or bother the petals again. Unless some one wanted any of the gear Mak stowed it in his haversack.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Reist Energy (FIRE) | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 7/7 DC18 | Hero Point 7/11 Tuesday January 10th, 2023 9:36:53 AM
With the kobolds on their way Falco relaxes some. He considers the dragon but realizes the best he can do is be responsive to the situation.
_______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (1/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (2/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
DM Jeremy Tuesday January 10th, 2023 12:03:42 PM
Falco continues his watch duties, as he tries to mentally prepare for the challange ahead.
Elyas agrees with Mak and suggests letting the captives go, as they have no way of holding them. He reminds everyone that they are wasting time, as he casts see invisibility on himself, and light on his dagger, than heads forward to stand by Kiwina.
Wil cracks a joke, and then suggests leaving them to their own devices. He than shares his stratagy for the fight ahead.
DM Mark asks to speak with Steve. (Sorry, I couldn't help myself)
Rolth asks a Draconic speaker to translate his ultimatums, and than as his protection spells are gone, he asks for a renewal. He than takes the lead.
Ayotnom asks as a translator, than asks to make sure Wil is joking.
Tsak prpares spells and than asks where the others would prefer him.
Kiwina shares his plans.
Wil verifies that he is indeed joking, than asks what the other may be seeing.
Mak collects the kobold's gear than sends them on their way.
Falco relaxes when the kobolds leave but now they have a dragon to deal with.
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The kobolds quickly respond, in Draconic, "There is no profit here anymore. Either you will vanquish our employer, or you will die. either way we are done here. We never signed up to defend against such as yourselves. We were told we were here to keep out ravel, not adventurers. If you keep our gear we understand, the prize goes to the victorious and all, but you should know we were just doing what we were paid to do. We sell our steel to anyone who offers us enough coin. A year ago we were hired to help put down a corrupt dictator, and now we are hired as guards. there is nothing personal, though by keeping our gear, you do put a damper on our livelihood. Of course no merc worth his salt is without a contingency plan, so if you ever need our services, look us up." Than assuming they are allowed to leave, they head out toward the cave entrance, and out of sight.
With the added light at the head of the party, those with low-light vision or darkvision can see that about 50 feet ahead the tunnel takes a right hand turn, making seeing what is beyond impossible.
Wilford Grimly(Matt S.) (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) Tuesday January 10th, 2023 4:01:13 PM
"Could we hire them to do something? Hey, how do we get "kobold" of you? I mean a hold of you. We may need a hand with some things sometimes." Wil shouts as the kobolds begin to disappear. With that conversion done.. no matter the results Wil focuses on the upcoming.
"I'm willing to share, who needs what? Protection of Energy to someone up front on the way. Shield of Faith, True Strike is available too... let me know. How sure are we that this dragon is going to show up right away?
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor, Magic Weapon, Shield of Faith, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure Moderate Wounds) Lv3: Inflict Serious Wounds, Summon MonsterIII(Lantern Archon), Searing Light, - D: protection from energy Lv4: Freedom of Movement, Imbue with Spell Ability - D: Confusion
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:37AO/29/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/18/13/-/-|(AG,MW,KN,*HY,FA,,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x Tuesday January 10th, 2023 5:12:46 PM "Protection from Energy would be nice." Mak admitted. "But friend Rolth should get first shot at that. I'm a bit more nimble than he and more likely to dodge out of the way. What would help me is to know if the dragon is evil. If it is, then I'll be able to choose my weapon better as it appears as if my sword has been blessed against evil."
With sword in one hand and bow in the other, Mak waited on his friends. Once everyone was ready he took up a position in the front rank.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (114/114 HP | AC: 19; Touch: 13; CMD: 27 d20+4=5 ; d20+17=22 ; Tuesday January 10th, 2023 7:12:11 PM
Rolth will happily accept Wil's offer of a protection from energy (Fire), and appreciates Mak's deferral. Not having darkvision, only lowlight, at the moment, he will move up not-so-quietly to support whoever wants to take a peek around the corner, staying just around the corner behind the scout. As he moves up, he will keep a sharp ear and eye out for threats or clues to the dragon's whereabouts.
Stealth = 5 Perception = 22
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Tuesday January 10th, 2023 10:27:48 PM "We have the ability to give several people resistance to energy. The question might be how to distribute them."
===== Ranger: 1st -- Entangle, Resist Energy Druid: 0th -- Create Water, Detect Magic, Flare, Light 1st -- Obscuring Mist, CLW, Entangle, Magic Stone, Summon Nature's Ally I 2nd -- Fog Cloud, Chill Metal, Resist Energy, Resist Energy, Soften Earth and Stone 3rd -- Call Lightning, Meld into Stone, Quench, Spike Growth Aumakua have one 1st ranger spell
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Tuesday January 10th, 2023 10:47:01 PM
Ayotnom says, "I have 2 extended resist energy and 2 normal resist energy. It sounds like between the lot of us we have the means to give a decent amount of the party some protection against energy, though the problem is Grovas can use multiple types of energy so how do we choose the right one?"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (FIRE) | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(22) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 7/7 DC18 | Hero Poin Wednesday January 11th, 2023 11:02:23 AM
Falco will offer two people protection of energy of their choice and cast protection from energy fire on himself.
"We should have gotten a way to contact the kobolds, mercenaries could be of use at some point."
_______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (2/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (1/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (2/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Elyas (Ben A.) (31/85 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Wednesday January 11th, 2023 11:06:46 AM I guess we just pick a few and spread them around? we've never fought something with so many types of energy attacks. I also have two slots of resist energy. We should give everyone one casting of it.
Elyas casts one on himself, giving him resistance to electricity
He will cast one on another party member, once someone chooses which type they want protection from
Spells prepared:
cantrips: Resistance, detect magic, light, mending Level 1: 2X protection from evil, mage armor, 3X magic missile, Comprehend Languages Level 2: 1/2X Resist Energy,2X Scorching Ray, web, Glitterdust, see invisibility Level 3: 2X lightning bolt, Haste, 2X Fly, fireball Level 4: 2X summon monster IV, Dimensional Anchor, Greater Invisibility, Black tentacles Level 5: Baleful Polymorph, Cone of Cold, 2X Summon Monster V, Telekenisis Level 6: 2X Chain Lightning, Summon Monster VI, Flesh to Stone Special: Acid Dart (8/8 remain, 1d6+4), pearl of power 1, bonded item, dimensional steps (300/330)
Active effects: On Self: Mage Armor (11 hours) See invisibility (2 hours) Resist electricity (30) (2 hours)
DM Jeremy Wednesday January 11th, 2023 11:50:12 AM
Wil calls out the the departing kobolds, asking how they may get a hold of them if they wished to hire them. In response, a business card comes flying out of the darkness, like a shuriken, hitting him in the chest, with a barely audible thud, as it bounces harmlessly off his armor. Picking up the card it reads, "Rogues for hire. No job too big, no job too small, as long as the coin is good." It than lists an address in Dragon Bay. Wil offers some protection magic.
Mak mentions that protection magic would be nice but Rolth should have first dibs.He wishes he knew which he knew for certain if the dragon was evil, as his sword is good verses evil.
Rolth happily accepts WIl's offer, and appreciates Mak's thoughtfulness. He joins anyone who wishes to look around the corner.
Kiwina claims to have multiple protection spells, but doesn't how best to distribute them.
Ayotnom also has some protection magic available, but questions which energy type to use, since Grovas has several options.
Falco offers some protection magic as well, and wishes they had gotten some contact information from the kobolds. Just as he mentioned that, the business card hits Wil.
Elyas cast some protection magic on himself and suggest that everyone simply pick an energy type. He than offers yet another casting of protection.
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As our intrepid heroes are about to look around the corner to see what lies ahead, they hear a feminine voice say, ”Grovas, why can’t you follow our father's example?! I mean really is it so hard to stick to hunting wild game? And what were you thinking when you decided to involve a group of adventures?! Did you learn nothing from Vurm’s misadventures?
You than hear Haltavar's voice answer, ”Sister, Vurm is a fool and a coward, and these so-called Eight Petaled Rose are no threat to one such as I! I want to spread fear in the hearts of all, and what better way than to vanquish a band of heroes. Ledra, you really need to go hunting with me next time. Those liontaurs are delicious, and when I tire of picking my teeth with their bones, I intend to taste minotaur and centaur meat as well” You than hear a sniffing sound and hear Haltavar's voice hushing Ledra as he says, They have arrived at last, I can smell them. They are just outside my chamber.
Haltavar calls out: ”You might as well come out of your holes, Eight Petaled Rose, and save both of us the time, and just let me kill you, for I am Grovas, Son of Vurm, and I plan on dining on your flesh tonight!”
Wilford Grimly(Matt S.) (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) Wednesday January 11th, 2023 4:00:27 PM
Wil casts Protection of Energy(fire) on Rolth and then Shield of Faith on Mak as he quickly retreats to the back of the group. "I could probably use Protection too... maybe of the Lightning type but make sure all the fighters are covered first." "Maybe we should wait on responding this time instead of rushing right in. I am personally going to take a breath and cast a spiritual weapon in a moment.
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor, Magic Weapon, Shield of Faith, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure Moderate Wounds) Lv3: Inflict Serious Wounds, Summon MonsterIII(Lantern Archon), Searing Light, - D: protection from energy - used Lv4: Freedom of Movement, Imbue with Spell Ability - D: Confusion
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Wednesday January 11th, 2023 8:33:40 PM
Ayotnom casts extended protection from fire on himself and says, "Who else needs energy protection that doesn't have it yet? I have 3 more castings. If no one else claims them I'll just use a bunch of different types on myself." If no one claims his spells he adds cold, acid and electricity to his own protections
Spells in Effect: Extended Mage Armor - 12 hours : +4 AC Extended Resist Energy - 2 hours: resist fire 10
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (135/135 HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 26 d20+24=26 ; d20+24=39 ; Wednesday January 11th, 2023 9:22:56 PM
Rolth thanks Elyas for the offer of resist energy and whispers in his ear 'Acid'. He smiles at Mak and says, "You told us so, haha. Clever soldier." To the others, he says, "Let me see what talking can accomplish. Maybe buffs now and other spells later, so we can start any fight pumped up if I fail." He then casts Eagle's Splendor on himself and calls out,
"Grovas-Haltavar, why do you seek to sadden your sister? Do you hate her so much? Show some care for the one who clearly cares for you. For if you fight us, you will make her disappointed and sad. On the one hand, you may be victorious and eat us, although I must warn you that fear is not something that the Eight Petaled Rose are wont to feel for more than a passing moment, our hearts steeled by Domi and the Warper-Sar. If you defeat us nonetheless, you perceive that you will sadden the heart of your wise sister, Ledra, who has counseled a different path. And if on the other hand we should prevail and vanquish you, it is clear that your sister holds you close to her heart and would be deeply saddened. I can understand a monster that wants to eat its prey, but what kind of monster would you have to prove be to do such a terrible things to one's own loving sister? Let us find another path that fills whatever hole in your heart would make you even consider such a path. What say you, will you parley?"
Rolth digs deep put extra heart into his words, knowing that this will be a tough case to make with the malevolent dragon. (Hero point for a reroll of the diplomacy check)
(Diplomacy = 39)
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Wednesday January 11th, 2023 11:36:23 PM
While Rolth distracts Grovas, Kiwina will cast buffs as follows (and in this order in case they are interrupted): resist energy on himself (electricity), resist energy on Mak (his choice), bull's strength on himself.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 113/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status: Thursday January 12th, 2023 4:36:35 AM
Tsak will cast Resist Energy (Elec) on himself. He draws his falchion and waits to see the result of Rolth's speechifying. You never can tell, the lad has a way with words. Oh and there's a sister! He looks at Mak Two dragons, this gets better and better. Do we get steak knives too?
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:37AO/29/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/18/13/-/-|(AG,MW,KN,*HY,FA,,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x Thursday January 12th, 2023 8:45:58 AM "I'd been perfectly happy to have been wrong." The noble soldier admitted to Rolth and Tsak. "We can assume they can change shape since that was Halvatar's voice proclaiming he's Grovas, son of Vermin." Mak said as he intentionally mispronounced the name of Grovas' sire.
When Rolth attempted to address the dragon(s) Mak stayed silent as he moved up next to the barbarian bard.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (FIRE)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 7/7 DC18 | Thursday January 12th, 2023 9:45:06 AM
Falco blances when he realizes it is multiple dragons. He speaks quietly.
"They really are majestic creatures, I hope it doesn't come to killing them."
He casts shield of faith on himself and readies his bow. _______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (2/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (1/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Elyas (Ben A.) (31/85 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Thursday January 12th, 2023 11:09:00 AM
Elyas casts Resist energy on rolth as his companion tries the diplomatic route.
Stick close together for a moment, if a fight breaks out I will Hasten our limbs
because this is definitely about to break out... he thinks. Not that he doesn't believe in Rolth, more because it seems unlikely that a dragon that has been playing with them for several days is going to change his mind so easily...
DM Jeremy Thursday January 12th, 2023 1:04:25 PM
Wil casts energy protection on Rolth, and shield of faith on Mak. He would like to cast protection on himself, but want's to make sure all the fighters get some first. He suggests not rushing in.
Ayonom cast protection form fire on himself and offers up some more. If no one takes his offer, he will cast more protection on himself.
Rolth praises Mak for being right about Haltavar, than tries to get chatty with Grovas, after casting eagle's splendor on himself..
Kiwina casts some protection and buff spells on himself, and casts protection on Mak.
Tsak casts protection magic on himself, and preps himself for battle. He isn't thrilled about having to face two dragons.
Mak lets Rolth know that he would have been happy to be wrong. He points out that the dragon's can obviously shape change.
Falco hopes they don't have to kill the dragons, as he feels they are majestic creatures. He casts shield of faith on himself, and readies his bow.
Elyas casts protection on Rolth as well, Than mentions that everyone should stay close together, for the moment, as he will cast Haste when things go sideways.
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"Fancy words, won't sway me!" Grovas spats, "I intend to be infamous, I desire to be feared, as I should, and after I dispatch you heroes, no one will dare stand before me!"
Ledra speaks up, "You are my brother Grovas, and even though I think you a fool, I will stand by your side, however, you should listen to that one, he speaks true. I have no desire to kill sentient beings, and I refuse to consume them, but I will fight by your side if you won't return to reality. Our father was bested twice by a band of adventures, and completely changed his ways out of fear for his life. He spoke to us from the day we hatched that we should stay away from the very path you are running head long towards, and he instilled in us the fear, he shares, of adventures. Why have you forsaken the teachings of your youth? There is still time, you can still make amends for your actions These Eight Petaled Rose chaps seem like reasonable fellows, I'm sure they can come up with a way to end this without bloodshed."
Grovas retorts, "Sister you still fail to understand that it is bloodshed that I crave!"
The two dragons continue to talk, though Ledra's words seem to be falling on deaf ears. Rolth's words also seem to have little affect on Grovas. When the two dragons talk it sounds like the bickering of siblings, and your pretty sure the back and forth will go on for some time, allowing for further prep time. However, you are also pretty sure that they will drop everything , if and when danger befalls them.
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:37AO/29/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/18/13/-/-|(AG,MW,KN,*HY,FA,,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x Thursday January 12th, 2023 1:37:32 PM
Mak considered the shapechanging abilities how they might be used against them and then he scratched a word onto the stone wall with his sword. "That's my safe word if one of them thinks to use my visage."
Rolth Highlight to display spoiler: {Bananna}
Meanwhile Mak struggled to follow Rolth's words. Perhaps the dragon understood them. Mak didn't want to add to Rolth's speech as it seemed a fine one....he thought.
Wilford Grimly(Matt S.) (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) Thursday January 12th, 2023 1:44:37 PM
"I cast my Protection from Energy on Rolth for Fire.. FYI. I don't believe I have another I can cast on myself, right? If so I could use some protection from Electric. In turn Ayotnom, I can cast Shield of Faith upon you."
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor, Magic Weapon, Shield of Faith - used, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure Moderate Wounds) Lv3: Inflict Serious Wounds, Summon MonsterIII(Lantern Archon), Searing Light, - D: protection from energy - used Lv4: Freedom of Movement, Imbue with Spell Ability - D: Confusion
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (135/135 HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 26 d4+1=2 ; d20+24=32 Thursday January 12th, 2023 8:18:37 PM
Rolth pauses to cast a mirror image on himself, resulting in two duplicates that might protect him a little bit if it comes to fighting. He nods his thanks to Elyas for the resist energy, and continues to speechify, "Grovas, you speak as if we are the last heroes in the Wold. We ARE mighty, and if it comes to bloodshed, well, ours won't be the only blood spilled this day. Now you would involve your sister in this madness. I would be loathe to strike her down, for she seems quite a lovely wyrm, but you drag her along to a mutual doom if you should attack us. And all for naught! For if we fall, more heroes will rise in our place. We have fought next to the Iron Dragons themselves! And the Tree Wardens, you may have heard of them too, from your father who learned this lesson too late. We came together to fight the corrupted Sarr, and I have no doubt that they would avenge us if we fall. Perhaps you care not for your own life, but think of your sister, who you have tied to this doom."
(Diplomacy = 32)
Effect Tracking: Resist Energy (Acid) 30hp per attack 1/500r Eagle's Splendor (+4 CHA) 2/50r Protection from Energy (Fire) 96 hp 3/800r Heroism 4/500r Expeditious Retreat 3/50r Mirror Image 2 images 1/50r Low Light Vision (Darkvision when raging) Bardic Performance 0/12 rounds used (inactive) Rage 0/24 rounds used (inactive) Channel Energy 0/5 used Calming Touch 0/5 used
Spell Slots: Stabilize 0/1 used Divine Favor 0/3 used Bless 0/1 used Lesser Restoration 0/1 used Shield Other 0/1 used Prayer 0/1 used 1st level 1/5 used 2nd level 2/3 used
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 113/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status: Thursday January 12th, 2023 9:15:06 PM
Tsak adds a word under Mak's. 'pineapple' That's mine
Hmmf, he desires bloodshed does he? Where was he when we were neck deep in, in Deep? Is there anyone else that we can aim him at to further our causes and give him something of what he craves? whispers Tsak to the petals.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Thursday January 12th, 2023 9:22:44 PM
Ayotnom casts extended resist electricity on Wil then uses his last 2 resist energies on himself.
Spells in Effect: Self: Extended Mage Armor - 12 hours : +4 AC Extended Resist Energy - 2 hours: resist fire 10 Resist Energy - 1 hour : resist electricity 10 Resist Energy - 1 hour : resist cold 10 Wil: Extended Resist Energy - 2 hours: resist electricity 10
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Thursday January 12th, 2023 10:33:58 PM
Kiwina uses his last resist energy on Falco.
===== Active: Resist Energy (electrical, 10) Bull's Strength (tattoo)
+ Resist Energy on Mak and Falco ===== Ranger: 1st -- Entangle, Resist Energy (used) Druid: 0th -- Create Water, Detect Magic, Flare, Light 1st -- Obscuring Mist, CLW, Entangle, Magic Stone, Summon Nature's Ally I 2nd -- Fog Cloud, Chill Metal, Resist Energy (used), Resist Energy (used), Soften Earth and Stone 3rd -- Call Lightning, Meld into Stone, Quench, Spike Growth Aumakua have one 1st ranger spell
DM Jeremy Friday January 13th, 2023 10:23:08 AM
Mak takes some precautions in case Grovas uses his shapeshifting ability in combat. He thinks Rolth's words are dandy, though he doesn't seem to fully understand them.
Wil casst protection on Rolth and himself, and offers shield of faith to Ayotnom,
Rolth cast mirror image on himself, than continues his pretty words.
Tsak adds shares his safe word, and than. He wonders if their is some other goal they can aim Grovas towards.
Ayotnom casts protection magics.
Kiwina casts resist energy on Falco.
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Ledra continues to try to sway Grovas and between Rolth and her, Grovas almost considers turning over a new leaf, but his thirst for infamy is too strong. "Enough!" He roars. "My hunger will not be sated by fancy words, for I hunger for the fear of others. The fear I've created in Frog Hollow is delicious, but it isn't enough. No, it isn't even close. I will have all of Liontaur Island trembling when they hear my name, and when that is accomplished, all of the Taur Islands will quake at the meer mention of my name. I tell you now, my hunger won't be sated until the Wold, in it's entirety, trembles at my name! So come my little flowers. Come and let's begin the dance of death. I will be fair and allow you to enter my chamber, because in that tunnel you are hiding, I could easily cook you all where you stand!"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 7/7 DC18 | Friday January 13th, 2023 10:40:51 AM
Falco quietly adds electric protection to himself as the others talk. He whispers to the others. "This guy sounds like a real piece of work."
_______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (2/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (1/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:43AO/35/26T/--FF|CMD 41|Rapier +1|20/15/10/-/20(H)|(AG,MW,KN,*HY,FA,,WN,FD,H,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(E d20+9=26 ; Friday January 13th, 2023 11:47:45 AM "You made your decision." Mak called out as he stepped around the corner and swished his blade. "But if it's fear you want to instill in others, you've failed. I am ready for your fire breath you foul creature and you shall pay Pantheon's price for your evil deeds!"
Elyas (Ben A.) (31/85 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Friday January 13th, 2023 11:52:24 AM Welp, I don't think even Rolth's great skill will sway these two from a fight... let's give him one to remember!
Elyas casts Haste on the party
Spells prepared:
cantrips: Resistance, detect magic, light, mending Level 1: 2X protection from evil, mage armor, 3X magic missile, Comprehend Languages Level 2: 0/2X Resist Energy, 2X Scorching Ray, web, Glitterdust, see invisibility Level 3: 2X lightning bolt, Haste, 2X Fly, fireball Level 4: 2X summon monster IV, Dimensional Anchor, Greater Invisibility, Black tentacles Level 5: Baleful Polymorph, Cone of Cold, 2X Summon Monster V, Telekenisis Level 6: 2X Chain Lightning, Summon Monster VI, Flesh to Stone Special: Acid Dart (8/8 remain, 1d6+4), pearl of power 1, bonded item, dimensional steps (300/330)
Active effects: On Self: Mage Armor (11 hours) See invisibility (2 hours) Resist electricity (30) (2 hours)
On Party Resist Acid (30) - Rolth (2 hours) Haste (12 rounds)
Wil summons his first Spiritual Weapon, he moves it out into the chamber and it fires.
SW1: (AC: 29 - Hit: 4 - AC: 14)(+1 Haste)
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor, Magic Weapon, Shield of Faith - used, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure Moderate Wounds) Lv3: Inflict Serious Wounds, Summon MonsterIII(Lantern Archon), Searing Light, - D: protection from energy - used Lv4: Freedom of Movement, Imbue with Spell Ability - D: Confusion
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Saturday January 14th, 2023 1:07:59 AM "Oh, I'm shaking in my boots," Kiwina calls out, despite not wearing any. "With laughter," he clarifies. He readies his weapons -- trident and light mace. But talk of fairness coming from the dragon seems odd now, as he doubts there was fairness at the farmsteads.
===== Active: Resist Energy (electrical, 10) Bull's Strength (tattoo)
+ Resist Energy on Mak and Falco ===== Ranger: 1st -- Entangle, Resist Energy (used) Druid: 0th -- Create Water, Detect Magic, Flare, Light 1st -- Obscuring Mist, CLW, Entangle, Magic Stone, Summon Nature's Ally I 2nd -- Fog Cloud, Chill Metal, Resist Energy (used), Resist Energy (used), Soften Earth and Stone 3rd -- Call Lightning, Meld into Stone, Quench, Spike Growth Aumakua have one 1st ranger spell
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (135/135 HP | AC: 19; Touch: 12; CMD: 27 Saturday January 14th, 2023 11:55:00 AM
Rolth is angry that his fine words made no difference to this loutish wyrm. He enters a rage, singing an improvised inspiring tune, 'Double Rainbow', as he moves into the chamber. He will position himself where he can charge locations where Grovas is likely to be next round, separated from Mak and the others to avoid making good breath weapon targets, and where it will be hard to get flanked.
(Inspire Courage for the party: +2 competence bonus on attack rolls, weapon damage; +2 morale bonus on charm and fear saves)
Double Rainbow A storm was brewing On Liontaur Isle A pair of families slain In just a short while
Boy came calling In Chessford town Seeking out heroes Of greatest reknown
Answered the call Did the Eight Petaled Rose Rose to the challenge Lured in by their foes
Two dragons awaited Spawn of Vurm’s demise One full of bloodlust Another more wise
Offered a choice ‘Tween mercy and death Brother doomed sister With hate-filled last breath
When sun next rises In misty sky o’er there Double rainbow will arc Where they died in their lair"
Effect Tracking: Inspire Courage Haste 1/12r Resist Energy (Acid) 30hp per attack 2500r Eagle's Splendor (+4 CHA) 3/50r Protection from Energy (Fire) 96 hp 4/800r Heroism 5/500r Expeditious Retreat 4/50r Mirror Image 2 images 2/50r Low Light Vision (Darkvision when raging) Bardic Performance 1/12 rounds used (active) Rage 1/24 rounds used (active) Channel Energy 0/5 used Calming Touch 0/5 used
Spell Slots: Stabilize 0/1 used Divine Favor 0/3 used Bless 0/1 used Lesser Restoration 0/1 used Shield Other 0/1 used Prayer 0/1 used 1st level 1/5 used 2nd level 2/3 used
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Sunday January 15th, 2023 8:52:51 PM
Ayotnom asks, "Do we know if Grovas's sister is also one of those dragons that can use multiple types of breathe weapons or is she some kind of normal type of dragon?"
Tsak too enters the cave and spreads out. He moves slowly and uses his experience in underground settings to stay hidden (Stealth) even as he moves out of cover. He angles to get a clean attack at the dragon from a flank so he can cause as much damage as possible.
DM Jeremy Battle Map d20+22=39 ; d20+22=27 ; 10d10=47 ; d4=2 ; 5d6=16 ; Monday January 16th, 2023 11:36:51 AM
Falco adds electricity protection to his arsenal, and makes a comment about Grovas.
Mak presents himself and taunts Grovas.
Elyas wants to give Grovas and Ledra a fight to remember, as he casts Haste on his friends.
Wil feels it's time to get the party started, and launches the first attack, as he summons a spiritual weapon. However the force crossbow bolt goes wide.
Kiwina mocks Grovas, as he prepares his weapons.
Rolth begins raging and singing, as he enters Grovas's chamber.
Ayotnom asks if anyone knows if Ledra can use multiple breath weapons as well.
Tsak tries to sneak into the room.
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As Wil, Tsak, Rolth, and Mak enter the chamber, they see that the room is roughly 100ft X 100ft with a 40ft ceiling. they see 2 almost identical huge dragons. Even though they are very similar in appearance, there are slight differences, and you can see that one is clearly the one that carried Haltavar away, and the other one opens his mouth and says, in Grovas's voice "Your not fooling anyone half-orc, we see you! So you claim you're ready for fire Mak, how about this!" With that, Grovas opens his mouth and a long stream of acid fires out of his mouth heading straight for Mak. Mak takes 47 damage. (DC 22 reflex save for half)
Ledra stares ahead not sure what to do. You easily surmise that Ledra was trying to get Grovas away from Frog Hollow, so she could try to talk some sense to him. With that failure, she now seems a bit shocked to find herself in combat. Everyone must all make a DC 19 will save or be shaken for 16 rounds, as Grovas activates his frightful presence aura.
AC ?/?/? CMD? Ledra HP 200/200 Grovas HP 200/200
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 7/7 DC18 | d20+12=14 ; d20+10=25 ; 10d6=32 ; Monday January 16th, 2023 12:51:13 PM
{Save: 15 Fail}
Falco is suddenly less confident about this fight then he was a moment ago. Still he slips around the corner and calls on the warper-sar. [bb] "Burn that murdering dragon with your power my god!" [/b] Evoking a vertical column of divine fire.
{Damage: 32 Spell Resistance: 25 DC20 Reflex for half}
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Shaken _______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (2/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (1/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Elyas (Ben A.) (92/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor d20+11=14 ; d20+11=14 ; Monday January 16th, 2023 2:23:18 PM
Elyas is frightened by the presence of the dragons, even though he went in expecting it! (will save = 14, fail)
He hangs back, starting a summoning spell.
Mak(JamesM)(89/111)|AC:38AO/30/21T/--FF|CMD 36|Rapier +1|28/-/-/-/-|(AG,MW,KN,*HY,WN,IC,H,CG,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+15+2d6(Evil)(15) d20+12=24 ; d20+15=18 ; d20+28=45 ; d20+28=30 ; d6+15=21 ; 2d6=4 ; Monday January 16th, 2023 3:50:14 PM
Mak leapt into action inspired by Rolth and urged to great speed by Elyas as he ducked a shoulder to avoid most the acid as it washed over and down his arm. He charged across the distance to Grovas while the acid burned him as he moved with his rapier out and ready. With his bow tucked behind him in his off hand Mak dashed up to the evil dragon.
Mak's black whip thin blade lashed out and swiped across Grovas' flank as it left a bloody line in the dragon's flesh.
"You are fat and slow, Greengas." Mak taunted the dragon.
OOC: WILL Save +12, DC19, Roll 24. Success! Reflex Save +15, DC 22, Roll 18 +4(Hero Point)=22, Success! Mak - Grovas, Roll 45(Threat, 30 to crit). Damage 21+4(evil) Normal, or 42+4(Evil) if Crit.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (135/135 HP | AC: 15; Touch: 8; CMD: 23 d20+14=33 ; d20+19=26 ; d20+19=38 ; d20+14=26 ; d20+16=26 ; d20+16=20 ; d20+16=36 ; d20+16=31 ; d20+16=31 ; d20+16=32 ; d8+23=29 ; d8+23=29 ; d8+23=26 ; d4+10=12 ; d4+10=12 ; d4+10=12 ; d4+10=14 ; d4+14=17 ; d4+14=15 ; d6=2 ; d6=2 ; d6=2 ; d6=3 ; d6=2 ; Monday January 16th, 2023 4:12:19 PM
Rolth merely grins widely when the wave of fear washes over the party. Grovas talks a big game, but Rolth is a confident Officer of the WLA--with dreams of being a Champion. He will not be deterred by the likes of this dragonlet. (WILL Save = 33, success)
He calls out to Ledra, "Fair Ledra, help us subdue Grovas and secure acceptable terms of surrender from him, and he may yet live. Otherwise, his mad bloodlust will force us to destroy him. You are wise, surely you can see that is the only path out of this mess of his creation!"
Regardless of her answer, and to prove his point, Rolth continues to sing his inspiring war song as he and his two mirror images Liontaur Charge up to within lunging range of Grovas, and he makes a full attack. (rage, power attack, haste, heroism, inspire courage, charge, lunge)
+1 Morning star to hit (haste) +19 = 26, damage 1d8+21 = 27 +1 Morning star to hit +19 = 38, damage 1d8+21 = 27 +1 Morning star iterative to hit +14 = 26, damage 1d8+21 = 26 (magic) Paw 1 to hit +16 = 26, damage 1d4+8 = 10 B,S +1d6 electrical = 2 (magic) Paw 2 to hit +16 = 20, damage 1d4+8 = 10 B,S +1d6 electrical = 2 (magic) Bite to hit +16 = 36, crit confirm 31, damage 1d4+8 = 10+12 crit B,P,S +1d6 electrical = 2 (magic) Rake 1 to hit +16 = 31, damage 1d4+12 = 15 B,S +1d6 electrical = 3 (magic) Rake 2 to hit +16 = 32, damage 1d4+12 = 13 B,S +1d6 electrical = 2
(note, I accidentally added +2 to on each damage roll when rolled, but fixed it in the final results table above)
Effect Tracking: Inspire Courage +2 Haste 2/12r Resist Energy (Acid) 30hp per attack 2500r Eagle's Splendor (+4 CHA) 4/50r Protection from Energy (Fire) 96 hp 5/800r Heroism 6/500r Expeditious Retreat 5/50r Mirror Image 2 images 3/50r Low Light Vision (Darkvision when raging) Bardic Performance 2/12 rounds used (active) Rage 2/24 rounds used (active) Channel Energy 0/5 used Calming Touch 0/5 used
Spell Slots: Stabilize 0/1 used Divine Favor 0/3 used Bless 0/1 used Lesser Restoration 0/1 used Shield Other 0/1 used Prayer 0/1 used 1st level 1/5 used 2nd level 2/3 used
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+13=26 ; Monday January 16th, 2023 8:21:37 PM
(Will: 26)
Ayotnom moves forward and casts extended shield on himself and enters the room,
Spells Prepared: 0th: Detect Magic, Light, Message, Toros Taur Try 1st: Shield - cast, True Strike, Expeditious Retreat, Feather Fall 2nd: Extended Mage Armor - cast, Extended Shield - cast, Resist Energy - cast, Resist Energy - cast 3rd: Fly, Extended Resist Energy - cast, Extended Resist Energy - cast
(OOC forgot the will save, got caught up in the action)
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+13=27 ; Monday January 16th, 2023 9:54:54 PM (Will save = 27)
Surrounded by the insubstantial spirits of three other centaurs, Kiwina moves up to enter the room and realizes that even with the haste he will not reach Grovas and be able to attack. Nor can he get that far without coming under attack from Ledra if that is what she intends. He slows and addresses Ledra as he approaches.
"I cannot ask you not to defend your brother, but I will only target him with non-lethal attacks unless and until you attack me."
===== Active: Resist Energy (electrical, 10) Bull's Strength (tattoo) Inspire Courage +2 from Rolth Haste 2/12r from Elyas
+ Resist Energy on Mak and Falco ===== Ranger: 1st -- Entangle, Resist Energy (used) Druid: 0th -- Create Water, Detect Magic, Flare, Light 1st -- Obscuring Mist, CLW, Entangle, Magic Stone, Summon Nature's Ally I 2nd -- Fog Cloud, Chill Metal, Resist Energy (used), Resist Energy (used), Soften Earth and Stone 3rd -- Call Lightning, Meld into Stone, Quench, Spike Growth Aumakua have one 1st ranger spell
Wilford Grimly(Matt S.) (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+13=32 ; d20+16=26 ; d8+3=11 ; d20+8=18 ; d8+3=7 ; d20+15=32 ; d8+3=6 ; d20+15=18 ; d20+11=12 ; Monday January 16th, 2023 10:43:17 PM
Will Save: 32 Wil is unaffected by the fear of the dragon, which is a bit surprising but he grins and summons a second spiritual weapon
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor, Magic Weapon, Shield of Faith - used, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure Moderate Wounds) Lv3: Inflict Serious Wounds, Summon MonsterIII(Lantern Archon), Searing Light, - D: protection from energy - used Lv4: Freedom of Movement, Imbue with Spell Ability - D: Confusion
DM Jeremy Battle Map d20+10=21 ; 10d10=58 ; 10d10=64 ; d4=1 ; d4=2 ; Tuesday January 17th, 2023 11:13:55 AM
Falco is a bit shaken but manages to drop a flame strike on Grovas. the dragon doesn't seem to take any damage from the flame portion of the spell, and somehow manages to escape half of the divine damage.
Elyas is also shaken up a bit, but begins summoning some back up.
Mak brushes off the fear aura, and half the acid damage He charges Grovas taunting him in the process, landing a crit for good measure. Grovas is most definitely evil, but you don't know about Ledra yet.
Rolth brushes off the fear aura. He appeals to Ledra, asking her to assist in subduing Grovas, as he charges her brother. He lands one morning star blow, confirms a crit on his bite, and lands both rakes.
Ayotnom casts shield on himself, as he moves forward.
Tsak moves forward and fires an arrow at Grovas, finding a weak spot in the beast's armor like scales.
Kiwina moves into the room and addresses Ledra.
Wil fires his force crossbow and summons a second one. He misses with the first bolt, but sticks the second, failing to crit.
Grovas howls in pain at the onslaught he has received. He takes a 5ft step back and belches out a 50ft cone of cold. Rolth Mak and Kiwina all take 58 damage (DC 22 reflex for half) Tsak sees and feels the cold approaching, but the cone peters out just before hitting him.
Ledra is obviously torn. You see her looking back and forth between her beloved brother and the Petals. It is clear she is considering Rolth's words, but finally she appears to steel herself, as she moves herself into position and belches out a 50ft cone of acid. Kiwina and Tsak take 64 damage (DC 22 reflex for half)
Both dragons have these stats: AC 27/11/26 CMD? Ledra HP 200/200 Grovas HP 52/200
Elyas (Ben A.) (92/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor d20+24=43 ; d20+24=39 ; d20+24=40 ; d20+24=38 ; d20+24=31 ; 2d6+24=33 ; 2d4+24=29 ; 2d4+24=27 ; 2d4+24=29 ; 2d4+24=28 ; Tuesday January 17th, 2023 12:21:53 PM
Elyas finishes his summoning spell. a large dire tiger appears, glowing in celestial light. with a simple command from Elyas it launches itself at Grovas. It uses its divine power to smite the dragon, then launches in biting clawing and slashing at the big dragon.
Bite to hit: 43, 33 damage Claw to hit: 39, 29 damage Claw to hit: 40, 27 damage Rake to hit: 38, 29 damage Rake to hit: 31, 28 damage
Then Elyas casts a spell targeting Ledra, attempting once to remove her from the fight without causing her death, but at fairly long odds...
He casts flesh to stone, attempting to turn her into a statue with a failed fortitude save (DC 22)
Spells prepared:
cantrips: Resistance, detect magic, light, mending Level 1: 2X protection from evil, mage armor, 3X magic missile, Comprehend Languages Level 2: 0/2X Resist Energy, 2X Scorching Ray, web, Glitterdust, see invisibility Level 3: 2X lightning bolt, Haste, 2X Fly, fireball Level 4: 2X summon monster IV, Dimensional Anchor, Greater Invisibility, Black tentacles Level 5: Baleful Polymorph, Cone of Cold, 2X Summon Monster V, Telekenisis Level 6: 2X Chain Lightning, Summon Monster VI, Flesh to Stone Special: Acid Dart (8/8 remain, 1d6+4), pearl of power 1, bonded item, dimensional steps (300/330)
Active effects: On Self: Mage Armor (11 hours) See invisibility (2 hours) Resist electricity (30) (2 hours)
On Party Resist Acid (30) - Rolth (2 hours) Haste (11 rounds)
Summon Celestial Dire Tiger, Augment summons, Smite evil (18 rounds) (AC 17, 133 HP, Resist energy (all) 15, DR 10/Evil
Mak(JamesM)(70/111)|AC:43AO/35/26T/--FF|CMD 41|Rapier +1|22/17/12/-/22(H)|(AG,KN,*HY,FA,WN,IC,FD,H,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+15+2d6(Evi d20+15=34 ; d20+22=31 ; d20+22=35 ; d20+17=28 ; d20+12=15 ; d6+15=18 ; d6+15=17 ; d6+15=20 ; 2d6=11 ; 2d6=5 ; 2d6=9 ; Tuesday January 17th, 2023 12:27:34 PM
Mak took a five foot step forward and lunged with his rapier just as the cone of cold lanced out at him. Once more the nimble warrior managed to sidestep the majority of the attack and bolstered by Kiwina's magic the cold wasn't as devastating as it could have been. In return the Ebonblade rapier sliced through the air and added to the bloody lines it created a moment before.
OOC: Cone of Cold, DC 22, Roll 34, Success! 58/2=29-10(Resist Cold)=19 hp Mak - Grovas, Roll 31, 35, 28, 15. Hit, hit, hit, miss. Damage 18+11(Evil), 17+5(Evil), 20+9(Evil)=55+25(Evil)=80 Hp total.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 7/7 DC18 | d20+7=8 ; Tuesday January 17th, 2023 12:50:57 PM "Ledra, stop! Dragons are magnificent creatures there is not sense in killing each other!"
Falco double moves into the room hoping he can close the space in time to heal the petals. He feels his words rang hollow but it was worth a try. {Diplomacy: 8}
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Shaken _______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (2/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (1/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (85/114 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 14; CMD: 27 d20+15=31 ; d20+24=25 ; d20+24=41 ; Tuesday January 17th, 2023 7:11:05 PM
Rolth dodges the worst of the cold. then watches the dire tiger and Mak utterly ruin Grovas. There does not seem much chance that the dragon will survive that onslaught, so he turns to Ledra to continue to plead his case that she need not die today. He drops his rage, touches himself with calming touch to end his fatigue, and speaks,
"Ledra, your brother is finished, and with him goes the need for further bloodshed. As Falco said, your kind are magnificent creatures that are rare in this world, and you seem unusual even for a dragon. The Wold would be a lesser place without you. The choice is yours, will you yield, that we might part ways as fellow admirers of the Wold rather than mortal enemies?"
Rolth realizes that the start of his speech might have come across as unsatisfactory, and digs deep to really lay on the charm. (OOC Burn a hero point to reroll Diplomacy = 41)
Kiwina (Steve M) 41/131 HP | Current AC:23 or 27 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+10=13 ; d20+18=31 ; d20+17=30 ; d8=2 ; d6=3 ; Tuesday January 17th, 2023 7:12:22 PM
(Save vs cold = 13; save vs acid w/ hero point = 31 -- takes 90 damage)
Using a spring attack and the haste, Kiwina is able to cover considerable distance without provoking an AoO...
... with flanking, strength, inspired courage, weapon, and haste bonuses, Kiwina hits AC 30 for (d8 weapon + d6 sneak attack + 8 =) 13 points of non-lethal damage with the trident.
No doubt Grovas feels like he was tickled.
===== Active: Resist Energy (electrical, 10) Bull's Strength (tattoo) Inspire Courage +2 from Rolth Haste 3/12r from Elyas
+ Resist Energy on Mak and Falco ===== Ranger: 1st -- Entangle, Resist Energy (used) Druid: 0th -- Create Water, Detect Magic, Flare, Light 1st -- Obscuring Mist, CLW, Entangle, Magic Stone, Summon Nature's Ally I 2nd -- Fog Cloud, Chill Metal, Resist Energy (used), Resist Energy (used), Soften Earth and Stone 3rd -- Call Lightning, Meld into Stone, Quench, Spike Growth Aumakua have one 1st ranger spell
The acid spray engulfs Tsak and halts his forward momentum. He sees the petals continue to take the fight to Grovus and from the looks of the hits landed the evil little beastie is done. Despite the pain of the breath attack Tsak stays his hand. He puts his crossbow away and draws his sword but doesn't advance. Tsak will give Ledra a few seconds to respond to Rolth. Hopefully she makes the right choice.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Tuesday January 17th, 2023 9:21:29 PM
Ayotnom casts Fly and then takes to the air in a 60 foot diagonally ascending trajectory ending up about 42 feet in the air and 42 feet forward in a different diagonal
Wilford Grimly(Matt S.) (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+15=20 ; d20+11=22 ; d20+15=29 ; d8+3=4 ; d20+8=20 ; d20+15=25 ; d20+11=15 ; Tuesday January 17th, 2023 11:09:32 PM
Wil takes a 5-foot step to the doorway and summons a third spiritual weapon. He targets the new dragon in the fight with all of them figuring the others had the big guy. "That's ok my little friends we will do better next time," Wil said in a friendly tone. "Yes will we," he added as if he was arguing with himself... his tone more menacing. "This is the path we all agreed on," he continued to himself. "Let's just work together to take them down. ... I know, right dragons..."
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor, Magic Weapon, Shield of Faith - used, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure Moderate Wounds) Lv3: Inflict Serious Wounds, Summon MonsterIII(Lantern Archon), Searing Light, - D: protection from energy - used Lv4: Freedom of Movement, Imbue with Spell Ability - D: Confusion
Mak(JamesM)(70/111)|AC:43AO/35/26T/--FF|CMD 41|Rapier +1|20/15/10/-/20(H)|(AG,KN,*HY,FA,WN,FD,H,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)( Wednesday January 18th, 2023 8:05:15 AM
With frost rimed hair and reddened skin from the acid, Mak turned to look at Ledra in the moments of Grovas' death. He could have said many things to Grovas' sister, but in the wake of the dragons death all he could do was stand and breathe while others pleaded with the remaining dragon. Yes, she should leave, but she was a dragon and presumably there was treasure here and she might be reluctant to walk away from her shiny things.
So Mak watched, and waited while Ledra made the decision to live or not.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (85/114 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 14; CMD: 27 Wednesday January 18th, 2023 8:42:30 AM
Rolth shouts at Wil, "No, give her one more chance to do the right thing!"
DM Jeremy Battle Map 2d8+13=27 ; Wednesday January 18th, 2023 10:57:56 AM
Elyas's summons appears and tips Grovas a new one.
Mak goes to work on Grovas, turning him into a pin cushion.
Falco yells out to Ledra to stop. He believes that dragons are amazing and he doesn't want to end her as well.
Rolth tries to smooth talk Ledra into giving up the fight.
Kiwina rushes forward and lands an attack on Grovas.
Tsak is hit hard by Ledra's acid, but refuses to retaliate, hoping Rolth's words hit home.
Ayotnom takes to the sky.
Wil turns his spiritual weapons on Ledra and opens fire hitting once
Mak waits to see Ledra's reaction.
Rolth tells Wil to hold, giving Ledra time to think.
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Grovas doesn't just collapse when he dies. Instead his whole body thrashes around and trembles violently, much like when you remove the head from a bird. Of course when a creature of Grovas's size thrashes about in a death throw, things can get dangerous. Mak, Kiwana, Rolth and Elyas's dire tiger must all make a DC 22 reflex save or be trampled for 27 damage, and be pinned between his body and the ground, as the thrashing comes to a halt. A successful save negates.
When Grovas falls, Ledra lets out a blood chilling scream, "Nooooooooooooo." Than in a much more somber and obviously grief stricken tone she says, "I tried to warn you brother, why couldn't you see the wisdom in my words? Why didn't you listen to father? Now you are gone and for what?" You can clearly see tears in her eyes. Without addressing the Petals, Ledra produces a scroll, reads it, and than disappears. DC 20 spellcraft Highlight to display spoiler: {She cast teleport}
What do our intrepid heroes wish to do now?
Elyas (Ben A.) (92/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor d20+11=31 ; Wednesday January 18th, 2023 11:20:37 AM
Elyas' Dire Tiger jumps nimbly out of the way, probing the body of Grovas to make sure it is dead. Elyas recalls it before it starts to eat the body. [Reflex save = 31, pass]
Elyas just shakes his head sadly as the second dragon cries out. It didn't have to go this way. Elyas is at least glad that the petals didn't unleash their fury on Ledra before she was able to leave.
[auto-pass the spellcraft roll with a +20 modifier] She's gone, teleported out. Somehow I doubt that is the last we will hear of her though... we gave her the option of leaving, but we also killed her brother, and her father was also killed by a group like ours. that kind of thing can be a seed for worse violence in the future.
Once the body is done thrashing, Elyas will examine it with Detect Magic active to look for anything worth taking.
Mak(JamesM)(43/111)|AC:43AO/35/26T/--FF|CMD 41|Rapier +1|20/15/10/-/20(H)|(AG,KN,*HY,FA,WN,FD,H,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)( d20+15=19 ; Wednesday January 18th, 2023 12:37:54 PM
Mak watched Ledra vanish, unfortunately he didn't also watch Grovas' convulsing body and was slammed against one wall and pinned beneath the huge creatures tail.
"a little help." he gasped out from beneath the rainbow hued scales.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 7/7 DC18 | d20+9=19 ; 5d6=11 ; Wednesday January 18th, 2023 2:01:20 PM
{Spellcraft: 19 - Its that kind of encounter for Falco I guess}
Falco moves forward as far as he can with time to channel. "Ledra, I am sorry I was to far I could have saved your brother."
He channels catching Rolth and Mak though he does not chose to exclude the fallen he is just to far away. [i] Channel: 11 to Rolth and Mak - again my rolls suck}
"I would have given him a chance if I was closer."
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Shaken _______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (2/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (1/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (104/114 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 14; CMD: 27 d20+15=34 ; d6=2 ; d6=6 ; d20+17=27 ; Wednesday January 18th, 2023 6:14:50 PM
Rolth lithely avoids the flailing dragon's death throes, then moves to assist the pinned-down Mak. (Reflex save = 34, success!) He thanks Falco for the healing, and contributes some of his own to whoever wants to gather around.
(Channel Energy = 8hp of healing to all who want it.)
He then suggests that some keep watch while we search the fallen dragon and lair for treasure and information. He is still worried that the dragon might have taken some hostages, and will look for signs of those. He will cast detect magic to help find things of interest as well.
(Perception = 27)
Wilford Grimly(Matt S.) (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+12=25 ; d20+12=25 ; Wednesday January 18th, 2023 6:28:47 PM
"She fired first, " Wil shot back at Rolth. "If she is going to fire at us then I'm returning fire... " he continued then she disappeared. "She teleported but to where? Do you think she may attack the village?" Wil summons a Lantern Archon, greets her when she appears, and asks her to search the area for the dragon. He keeps an eye out for trouble (Perception: 25) while conversing with himself about what they just saw. "Did you see that dragon cry, I didn't know they could cry.. I know right?"
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor, Magic Weapon, Shield of Faith - used, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon - used, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure Moderate Wounds) Lv3: Inflict Serious Wounds, Summon MonsterIII(Lantern Archon), Searing Light, - D: protection from energy - used Lv4: Freedom of Movement, Imbue with Spell Ability - D: Confusion
Kiwina (Steve M) 14/131 HP | Current AC:23 or 27 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' d20+10=13 ; Wednesday January 18th, 2023 8:40:16 PM
Kiwina, to, is caught in Grovas's death throes.
===== Active: Resist Energy (electrical, 10) Bull's Strength (tattoo) Inspire Courage +2 from Rolth Haste 3/12r from Elyas
+ Resist Energy on Mak and Falco ===== Ranger: 1st -- Entangle, Resist Energy (used) Druid: 0th -- Create Water, Detect Magic, Flare, Light 1st -- Obscuring Mist, CLW, Entangle, Magic Stone, Summon Nature's Ally I 2nd -- Fog Cloud, Chill Metal, Resist Energy (used), Resist Energy (used), Soften Earth and Stone 3rd -- Call Lightning, Meld into Stone, Quench, Spike Growth Aumakua have one 1st ranger spell
Tsak casts cure light wounds on himself, then trots across just in time to recieve a little pick me up from Rolth as well. He then helps get Mak out from under the dragon. Whilst the others check the body and perform general lootage Tsak keeps his sword out and patrols near the cave openings to make sure nothing else sneaks up on them (perception).
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Wednesday January 18th, 2023 11:42:03 PM
Ayotnom says, "Well that was anti-climatic. I didn't even do anything"
DM Jeremy Battle Map Thursday January 19th, 2023 12:14:35 PM (OoC... Well this is the second time, in my career as a DM, that I planned a beautiful dragon battle, fully expecting it to be an epic fight, possibly with some loss of life on the hero's side, only to have it end even before the whole party can get involved. BTW Ledra's teleportation was planned in the module. not that it would have mattered much, since you would have just given her the same treatment you did Grovas. Note to self, give dragons way more HP in the future!
Elyas realizes that Ledra used teleportation magic, as his tiger friend jumps free from the thrashing Grovas. He is glad that she got away but worries that they may see her again, what with the death of her brother and all. He mentions the death of her father Vurm, but then remembers from Froylot's research, that the Tree Wardens showed mercy to Vurm and that he is still alive, with a changed heart, that he tried to share with his kids.
Mak wasn't paying attention, and got pinned by Grovas's body. He asks for help.
Falco channles energy, and lamants that he couldn't heal Grovas. He would have liked to give the dragon a second chance.
Rolth jumps out of the way of the thrashing dragon, and than begins to search the cave.
Wil defends his actions with the facts, and wonders where Ledra teleported off to. He wonders if she might have telported to the village.
Kiwina is also caught in the death throes of Grovas
Tsak casts some healing magic on himself, than frees Mak.
Ayotnom lamants that he wasn't able to do anything this fight. Who knew dragons could be such push overs?
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With Mak freed, I will assume that Kiwina was given help as well. The searching of the cavern begins. Grovas has nothing on him that pings the on the magic radar, however the back wall pings some auras. at first glance, the back wall of the cave appears normal, which if not for the magic pinging, you probably would have completely ignored. However, due to the prompting of the detect magic, a second look is undertook, and Rolth spots something. A large rock, approximately 10ft by 10ft by 10ft, seems to be loose. Pushing it out of the way reveals a second smaller chamber, measuring roughly 20ft by 20ft with a 10 ft ceiling, with an entrance a large-sized creature would have to squeeze through. Inside the newly discovered chamber you find a small pile of valuables piled up in the middle of the room. In the pile you find a medium-sized short sword with a dull grey blade, a small-sized rapier, a super fancy and light suit of medium-sized chainmail, a circle of cloth, a large iron barrel, big enough to hold two medium-sized individuals, 18,000 gp worth of rubies, and 4000 gp in a chest. And don't forget you have a beautiful rainbow colored dragon hide, from a huge-sized dragon, available to you. if you chose to make armor from the hide, you can choose which energy type you wish to gain protection from. Once chosen, it will have that property permanently.
DC 23 to identify short sword Highlight to display spoiler: {Sword of Subtlety} DC 28 to identify rapier Highlight to display spoiler: { Rapier of Puncturing} DC 20 to identify chainmail Highlight to display spoiler: {Celestial Armor} DC 27 to identify cloth circle Highlight to display spoiler: {Portable Hole} DC 34 to identify the barrel Highlight to display spoiler: {Apparatus of the Crab}
DM Jeremy Battle Map Thursday January 19th, 2023 12:14:35 PM (OoC... Well this is the second time, in my career as a DM, that I planned a beautiful dragon battle, fully expecting it to be an epic fight, possibly with some loss of life on the hero's side, only to have it end even before the whole party can get involved. BTW Ledra's teleportation was planned in the module. not that it would have mattered much, since you would have just given her the same treatment you did Grovas. Note to self, give dragons way more HP in the future!
Elyas realizes that Ledra used teleportation magic, as his tiger friend jumps free from the thrashing Grovas. He is glad that she got away but worries that they may see her again, what with the death of her brother and all. He mentions the death of her father Vurm, but then remembers from Froylot's research, that the Tree Wardens showed mercy to Vurm and that he is still alive, with a changed heart, that he tried to share with his kids.
Mak wasn't paying attention, and got pinned by Grovas's body. He asks for help.
Falco channles energy, and lamants that he couldn't heal Grovas. He would have liked to give the dragon a second chance.
Rolth jumps out of the way of the thrashing dragon, and than begins to search the cave.
Wil defends his actions with the facts, and wonders where Ledra teleported off to. He wonders if she might have telported to the village.
Kiwina is also caught in the death throes of Grovas
Tsak casts some healing magic on himself, than frees Mak.
Ayotnom lamants that he wasn't able to do anything this fight. Who knew dragons could be such push overs?
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With Mak freed, I will assume that Kiwina was given help as well. The searching of the cavern begins. Grovas has nothing on him that pings the on the magic radar, however the back wall pings some auras. at first glance, the back wall of the cave appears normal, which if not for the magic pinging, you probably would have completely ignored. However, due to the prompting of the detect magic, a second look is undertook, and Rolth spots something. A large rock, approximately 10ft by 10ft by 10ft, seems to be loose. Pushing it out of the way reveals a second smaller chamber, measuring roughly 20ft by 20ft with a 10 ft ceiling, with an entrance a large-sized creature would have to squeeze through. Inside the newly discovered chamber you find a small pile of valuables piled up in the middle of the room. In the pile you find a medium-sized short sword with a dull grey blade, a small-sized rapier, a super fancy and light suit of medium-sized chainmail, a circle of cloth, a large iron barrel, big enough to hold two medium-sized individuals, 18,000 gp worth of rubies, and 4000 gp in a chest. And don't forget you have a beautiful rainbow colored dragon hide, from a huge-sized dragon, available to you. if you chose to make armor from the hide, you can choose which energy type you wish to gain protection from. Once chosen, it will have that property permanently.
DC 23 to identify short sword Highlight to display spoiler: {Sword of Subtlety} DC 28 to identify rapier Highlight to display spoiler: { Rapier of Puncturing} DC 20 to identify chainmail Highlight to display spoiler: {Celestial Armor} DC 27 to identify cloth circle Highlight to display spoiler: {Portable Hole} DC 34 to identify the barrel Highlight to display spoiler: {Apparatus of the Crab}
Mak(JamesM)(62/111)|AC:43AO/35/26T/--FF|CMD 41|Rapier +1|16/11/6/-/16(H)|(AG,KN,*HY,FA,WN,FD,H,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(1 Thursday January 19th, 2023 12:53:14 PM
Mak thanked those that helped to pull the dragon off him and then moved to assist Kiwina as well. Each time a healing wave washed over him he paused a moment to relish in the painful sensation of his injuries fading. When they found the 10 x 10 x 10 rock and then managed to move it he was astounded that combined they had enough strength to push it aside.
"Maybe it was greased up." he commented to no one in particular.
When the treasure was revealed however Mak whistled and started to think about the others. He instantly thought of Falco when he saw the small rapier, As for the shortsword, though Mak was quite proficient from his time in the army, he couldn't see himself using anything other than his family blade in a hand to hand fight. He was intrigued by the chainmail, especially because it was so light, but he had a set. Perhaps Tsak would take an interest in it. If not, it being a complete set of mail would offer him more protection than his chain shirt. The cloth and barrel were interesting as well, but only due to whatever reasoning made the dragon retain those items.
Mak leaned against the wall and sheathed his sword as he gently prodded the many places on his body that had sustained injuries. He took a glancing blow to the head from the cold attack, but the first round of healing had cleared that right up. What was left were the bruises and acid burns. He'd have to see about those later. For now nothing seemed broken.
"Falco, this small blade might work for you. We should make sure none of this is cursed though. I've heard dragons sometimes lace their lairs with cursed items to discourage thieves." Mak said between shallow gasps as his muscles started to seize up as he stretched the bruises on his body.
"I need to keep moving." Mak said as he started for the exit. "I'll be outside."
With bow in hand Mak headed for the exit. "I might use one of these potions too. That dragon was a tough character. If I never fight another it'll be too soon."
Mak(JamesM)(62/111)|AC:43AO/35/26T/--FF|CMD 41|Rapier +1|16/11/6/-/16(H)|(AG,KN,*HY,FA,WN,FD,H,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(1 Thursday January 19th, 2023 12:53:14 PM
Mak thanked those that helped to pull the dragon off him and then moved to assist Kiwina as well. Each time a healing wave washed over him he paused a moment to relish in the painful sensation of his injuries fading. When they found the 10 x 10 x 10 rock and then managed to move it he was astounded that combined they had enough strength to push it aside.
"Maybe it was greased up." he commented to no one in particular.
When the treasure was revealed however Mak whistled and started to think about the others. He instantly thought of Falco when he saw the small rapier, As for the shortsword, though Mak was quite proficient from his time in the army, he couldn't see himself using anything other than his family blade in a hand to hand fight. He was intrigued by the chainmail, especially because it was so light, but he had a set. Perhaps Tsak would take an interest in it. If not, it being a complete set of mail would offer him more protection than his chain shirt. The cloth and barrel were interesting as well, but only due to whatever reasoning made the dragon retain those items.
Mak leaned against the wall and sheathed his sword as he gently prodded the many places on his body that had sustained injuries. He took a glancing blow to the head from the cold attack, but the first round of healing had cleared that right up. What was left were the bruises and acid burns. He'd have to see about those later. For now nothing seemed broken.
"Falco, this small blade might work for you. We should make sure none of this is cursed though. I've heard dragons sometimes lace their lairs with cursed items to discourage thieves." Mak said between shallow gasps as his muscles started to seize up as he stretched the bruises on his body.
"I need to keep moving." Mak said as he started for the exit. "I'll be outside."
With bow in hand Mak headed for the exit. "I might use one of these potions too. That dragon was a tough character. If I never fight another it'll be too soon."
Elyas (Ben A.) (92/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor d20+20=33 ; d20+20=25 ; d20+20=36 ; d20+20=40 ; d20+20=33 ; Thursday January 19th, 2023 12:54:57 PM
Elyas manages to identify the sword (Sword of Subtlety), the chainmail (Celestial Armor), and the cloth circle (portable hole). the others escape him at the moment, but if the party can't identify them now he will try again with magical aide tomorrow.
Elyas tells the others about the items he identified, and remarks that he obviously has no need to claim any of them.
I suppose we should return and inform everyone about what happened here. Do we tell them that Haltavar was the dragon, or do we tell them that Haltavar is dead? both are true, but I wonder if telling them that the boy was really the scary dragon will cause distrust in the community... some things may be best left unsaid.
OOC: I feel you! boss fights are so hard to gauge in prep. I am running Reign of Winter for my RL party, and one of the boss fights in book 4 looked like it would be a hard fight. nah, over in a handful of rounds with no real danger to the party. Last week they took on the boss of book 5, which I thought they would handle well to the point I had some surprises queued up to make it at least last longer. nope, instead it was our first TPK... oops
Elyas (Ben A.) (92/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor d20+20=33 ; d20+20=25 ; d20+20=36 ; d20+20=40 ; d20+20=33 ; Thursday January 19th, 2023 12:54:57 PM
Elyas manages to identify the sword (Sword of Subtlety), the chainmail (Celestial Armor), and the cloth circle (portable hole). the others escape him at the moment, but if the party can't identify them now he will try again with magical aide tomorrow.
Elyas tells the others about the items he identified, and remarks that he obviously has no need to claim any of them.
I suppose we should return and inform everyone about what happened here. Do we tell them that Haltavar was the dragon, or do we tell them that Haltavar is dead? both are true, but I wonder if telling them that the boy was really the scary dragon will cause distrust in the community... some things may be best left unsaid.
OOC: I feel you! boss fights are so hard to gauge in prep. I am running Reign of Winter for my RL party, and one of the boss fights in book 4 looked like it would be a hard fight. nah, over in a handful of rounds with no real danger to the party. Last week they took on the boss of book 5, which I thought they would handle well to the point I had some surprises queued up to make it at least last longer. nope, instead it was our first TPK... oops
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | 5d6=13 ; d20+9=15 ; d20+9=18 ; Thursday January 19th, 2023 1:32:09 PM
As the group gathers Falco channels again. {Everyone 13 hp} [b] "If you are still hurt come to me and I will set you right, after our excursion I have plenty of healing to go around. He looks at a couple of the items but just doesn't have any idea now that he is not a wizard.
_______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (2/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (1/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak(JamesM)(62/111)|AC:43AO/35/26T/--FF|CMD 41|Rapier +1|16/11/6/-/16(H)|(AG,KN,*HY,FA,WN,FD,H,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(1 Thursday January 19th, 2023 2:55:50 PM
OOC: You think the dragon might have stored anything in the portable hole?
Wilford Grimly(Matt S.) (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d6=4 ; d6=6 ; d6=4 ; Thursday January 19th, 2023 6:20:10 PM
Before the group separates Wil casts Positive Energy for 14 hp He wonders where the archon went off to and if she found the dragon somewhere nearby. “That hole is pretty cool,” he says.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (114/114 HP | AC: 21; Touch: 14; CMD: 27 d6=4 ; d6=4 ; d6=2 ; d6=2 ; Thursday January 19th, 2023 9:05:24 PM
When Mak suggests looking in the portable hole, Rolth is seized with panic. "There could be hostages in there!" He runs over and helps open the hole to check and see who or what is inside. He will help out any who look like prisoners versus dragon minions.
Rolth then adds his knowledge to Elyas' to help identify the items. His assistance is enough to identify the barrel as an Apparatus of the Crab. They are still puzzled by the rapier, which barely eludes their combined talents (OOC: One more point of aid another to Elyas' Spellcraft check and we are there!) He will also channel energy twice more.
(Channel energy = 12hp of healing to all who want it)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 103/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status:Inspired, Hasted Thursday January 19th, 2023 10:04:39 PM
Tsak bathes in the group healing offered by various party members. He's intrigued by the armor, but is it better than his mithril breastplate, he'll have to do some investigation! The sword looks interesting too, but probably not an item for a ranger. He sticks his head in the barrel and notices a lot of levers... interesting? Dragons have such interesting stuff!
After having a poke around Tsak checks on Mak to make sure the fighter is doing okay, then he grabs some jerky from his haversack and sits down to have a light snack and some much needed water. The feast with Merry Ol' Nick already seems so long ago.
Wilford Grimly(Matt S.) (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d6=4 ; d6=6 ; d6=4 ; Thursday January 19th, 2023 11:15:44 PM
Before the group separates Wil casts Positive Energy for 14 hp He wonders where the archon went off to and if she found the dragon somewhere nearby. “That hole is pretty cool,” he says.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+20=37 ; d20+18=24 ; Thursday January 19th, 2023 11:29:46 PM
Ayotnom says, "That rapier is a rapier of puncturing by the way."
He says, "Couldn't there also be hostages in the crab aparatus?" and he proceeds to open that barrel contraption to check if anyone is in there.
If no hostages are found in the barrel or hole then Ayotnom will start patrolling the perimeter of this rather large room looking for some sort of secret door where the children could potentially be stored.
(Perception: 24)
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+20=37 ; d20+18=24 ; Thursday January 19th, 2023 11:29:49 PM
Ayotnom says, "That rapier is a rapier of puncturing by the way."
He says, "Couldn't there also be hostages in the crab aparatus?" and he proceeds to open that barrel contraption to check if anyone is in there.
If no hostages are found in the barrel or hole then Ayotnom will start patrolling the perimeter of this rather large room looking for some sort of secret door where the children could potentially be stored.
(Perception: 24)
Kiwina (Steve M) 61/131 HP | Current AC:23 or 27 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: none ! Swim 60' Friday January 20th, 2023 12:58:55 AM
Kiwina thanks Rolth, Falco, and Wil for the healing.
He considers the armor and the dragonhide. The one isn't made for him, and the other would probably make something he couldn't move in.
"I suppose these must have come from past victims."
DM Jeremy Battle Map Friday January 20th, 2023 11:52:27 AM
Mak has no idea of the magical properties of the items, but has some suggestions as to who could best utilize them.
Elyas is able to identify the short sword as a Sword of Subtlety, the chainmail as Celestrial Armor, and the cloth circle as a Portable Hole, but struggles with the rest. maybe with a day to think about he may be able to identify the rapier or barrel. he suggests heading back to Frog Hollow, and giving the people the 411, though he suggests not mentioning that Haltavar was Grovas.
Falco hands out more healing, and tells everyone to see him if they need more.
Wil also hands out some healing, as he wonders where his archon friend maybe. he thinks the Portable Hole is pretty cool.
Rolth has a bad feeling and quickly opens the Portable Hole. He is relieved to find no hostages inside, but he does see a sizable leather bound tome at the bottom of the hole. He is able to identify the barrel as an Apperatus of the Crab, but the rapier still alludes our heroes.
Tsak wonders if the Celestial Armor is better than his breastplate, as he enjoys the healing his friends hand out. He likes the look of the short sword, but a Sword of Subtlety isn't a great ranger weapon. The Apparatus of the Crab intrigues him. He thinks Dragons have cool stuff.
Ayotnom identifies the rapier as a Rapier of Puncturing. He checks the inside of the Apparatus of the Crab for hostages, and then begins searching the perimeter for any other secret doors.
Kiwina considers the Celestrial Armor, which won't fit him, and worries that Dragon Scale Armor may hamper his movement. Of course pretty much any kind of armor can be made from dragon scales. A Dragon Scale Chainshirt would still be a chainshirt, for example.
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Any further searching of the cavern proves futile, and you are forced to conclude that any hope of finding living children was but a fleeting one, now proven false.
I'm going to assume that the tome at the bottom of the Portable Hole will be retrieved and examined. BTW the Apparatus of the Crab should just fit inside the Portable Hole.
The tome, as stated above, is a leather bound book with a rune no one within the party has ever seen the likes of before. A close examination (DC 15 Knowledge Nature) of the leather revels something shocking Highlight to display spoiler: { it is bound in human skin!} The book pings a light aura and after flipping through the pages a bit, you can make a DC 20 Knowledge Religion, or Knowledge Arcane check to revel Highlight to display spoiler: {this book seems to contain many incantations and rituals involving the creation of undead creatures.} The book seems to have some important, but hidden meaning, especially when you find the page talking about creating dire wolf ghouls, much like the ones you encountered on the way to Frog Hollow. Even though you have never seen the rune before, you can make a DC 30 Linguistics Highlight to display spoiler: {This is a strange symbol that seems to combine the old woldian figures for life, death and dreaming or perhaps nightmares.}
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | d20+5=18 ; d20+12=14 ; Friday January 20th, 2023 12:23:19 PM "Warper-sar! That book is bound in human skin." He looks closer but can tell nothing more. "That is really unpleasant."
Falco moves away letting the others deal with that bit of evil.
_______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (2/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 / Water Breathing 2nd- 5+1 - Cure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (1/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak(JamesM)(62/111)|AC:43AO/35/26T/--FF|CMD 41|Rapier +1|16/11/6/-/16(H)|(AG,KN,*HY,FA,WN,FD,H,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(1 Friday January 20th, 2023 12:52:54 PM
It was true, Mak had no idea to the magical properties of the items, but he could feel the lightness of the armor and the size of the rapier. Both told him that aside from their magic who would be better to use them.
Once outside he paused by the barrel and dipped a cup into it as he took up a position similar to the wyvarens and waited.
Elyas (Ben A.) (92/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor d20+13=17 ; d20+16=32 ; d20+11=20 ; Friday January 20th, 2023 2:26:35 PM "gross, this is made form human skin. seems unnecessarily morbid to wrap this in human skin... Elyas comments as he flips through the pages.
He has not seen the rune and cannot figure it out (linguistics = 20), but he flips through the pages to see if there are any spells written in it. He doesn't find any copyable spells, but does figure out hwat the book is used for (know arcana = 32)
Hmm, yes, fitting for a nasty cover like that, this book describes many incantations and rituals for making undead. Ah, yup, this page right here. see? this one creates Dire Wolf Ghouls. sound familiar? wonder what Grovas was doing dabbling in that?
Wilford Grimly(Matt S.) (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d6=4 ; d6=6 ; d6=4 ; Friday January 20th, 2023 2:28:17 PM
Before the group separates Wil casts Positive Energy for 14 hp He wonders where the archon went off to and if she found the dragon somewhere nearby. “That hole is pretty cool,” he says.
DM Jeremy Battle Map Friday January 20th, 2023 3:56:42 PM
Sorry, forgot to mention, Wil's archon returns after a minute or so and reports that the dragon is no where to be found, and than blips away as the spell duration expires.
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