I, uh, we, have a favor to ask... [DM Jerry] Sunday March 5th, 2023 10:54:00 PM
Torryn finds a good way to distract folks from their worries: Dancing! She tries to find someone to play the piano, but to no avail. Then Grog moves to her side of the room and whispers something into the ear of one of his barkeeps. The guy nods and heads over the piano. "Hi, Torryn. Yes I know about you. What do you want me to play. I'm Beatrice Barton. Just moved from Bree."
As soon as Torryn gives her the song, she is over to the piano and playing in a ragtime style. Soon they are pushing tables back and several dozen are up and dancing with her.
A young man with premature white hair comes up to Gnubert. "My name is Chance. I'm travelling from Angelford Springs to Plateau city to attend mage school. Let me know if I can help. I'm just here for the night."
Loryn has moderate success with his reminder of his group's past successes. He is asked to join a table and his drink is paid for. Drack joins the table too adding to Loryn's success. The folk at their table are all farmers from north of town. They do express that they worry that the Windguard tend to only walk the roads and not area beyond their farms. After a time, the group decides the "emergency" is over and they pay out and head out inviting the adventurers to drop by anytime. Everyone is very polite and shakes Drack and Loryn's hand and thank them for making Windhorn Hamlet their home.
Mortimer sits by himself in the darker corner of the room. Strange that--that there is always a darker corner of a tavern and those who needs such things seem to always find them.
Sometime after midnight, the crowd begins to disperse. Grog nods to the adventurers scratching his left ear. "I'm getting that itch. Keep your ears and eyes open." Grog and his staff begin to close up for the night.
"LAST CALL!"
Mole heads to his cave.
The night passes peacefully. What will the morrow bring?
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The morning is cloudy with a cool breeze. It looks as if there might be rain later in the day. As they are preparing for the day, there is a knock on the door. It is Phaedra Swiftshine, muscular, shore of herself, with sandy hair, attractive in an "outdoorsy" sort of way. Her contra-alto voice sounds very assured and confident. Her husband, Theobald Swiftshine, a tall human is with her as are 6 of the Windguard--3 females, three males.
"Morning Sleepyheads. I, uh we, have a favor to ask. We're a small town and as such, many things fall under my perview that wouldn't in a larger town. I'd like you to go with me to the Bradforde Estate north of town. I want you to be present and witness the adoption of two kids by their uncle who is taking over the homestead today after the death of his brother--the children's father. It's a bit of an....unusual situation and it would be both good to have you along and for the farmers of the area to see you in the area. "I know it is not giant slaying, but..." She looks at you hopefully.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+3=11 ; Sunday March 5th, 2023 11:10:56 PM
Gnubert walks the refreshments to the fussy table, and sets a smile on his face, ”Here you go folks, nothing like some refreshments to help make the evening a little brighter!”. The gnome smiles broadly (Diplomacy DC11). Gnubert makes the rounds telling jokes and serving refreshments
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Monday March 6th, 2023 3:23:49 AM
"Oh, for sure." Torryn answered with a smile. She wasn't a drinker and all the dancing had aided a sound night's sleep despite the strange horrors that she'd witnessed. That came as no surprise to her; dancing cured everything. Well, a lot of things, anyway.
"Spot would love the fresh air." She added excitedly, almost bouncing in her eagerness to run and tell her steed the news. Torryn then darted away leaving the Starshines to explain matters, perhaps in more detail, to the others.
Torryn was going to take Spot on an early riddance give Mole the news. She was looking forward to that. The difference were always beautiful at that time of day. As well as seeing the sea birds, she get a wonderful view of the sea and possibly gain some clues as to what the weather held in store for them.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Monday March 6th, 2023 8:22:50 AM
Ash nods his agreement to Phaedra, but he has some concerns about this.
"Correct, its not Giant slaying, but that is what strikes me as odd., Giant slaying is very straight forward.. Find Giant, slay... repeat if necessary. But this is an adoption? and an Unusual situation? How unusual... unusual like a trio of undead riders dragging an acquaintance through a gate to some undead realm... or unusual like i put the wrong spices in my eggs this morning and they taste unusual?"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Monday March 6th, 2023 10:32:26 AM
Drack looks to the others following Phaedra’s request as he is unsure about this one. He does nod at Ash’s questions.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+10=22 ; d20+12=25 ; Monday March 6th, 2023 4:31:48 PM
Loryn will happily sit with any of his fellow Windhorians, but does not do much other than sip at any drink. It was well after dinner, even after dessert cordials and so, for the gnome, no occasion to be drinking. But he would sit and talk without complaint. Eventually the night at Grog's is concluded and Loryn heads home to Minerva's. Breakfast was not going to make itself and he needed some sleep at lease
As the sun comes up, Loryn heads into the kitchen, as he does nearly every morning now going on 20 years and starts rummaging up what the first meal of the day for himself and his friends was going to be. "Something simpler I think, after last night's indulgences." Flour, some water and a bit of cream later and some flaky scones are baking in a cast iron lidded pot wrapped in coals. Then to some fruits and to warm up the honey. A quick side of eggs, topped off with some sweetened milk and warm tea. Cook 22
Loryn's eye get a bit big at the sight of such a large retinue of Windguard at the door, but it quickly subsides. The gnome invites all of them in and if they'll be just a bit patient, he'll have some additional scones ready in about 15 minutes.
"We were planning to head out to the varying outskirt estates when all that went down last night, so of course. Need to make a detour to collect Mole, but otherwise, i think we are right as rain to head out."
The gnome crinkles his nose and sets his hand in balled fists upon his hips, Wrong spices on your eggs Ash? You cut me sir, and most grievous is my wound. Tread lightly with your next words"
Bluff 22
As the room goes quiet, Loryn holds Ash's eyes for but a second longer Loryn slumps heavy into a table, "I think this is the big one"
The joke over, he smiles, and with breakfast finishing up he is ready to head out.
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+10=28 ; d20+8=23 ; Monday March 6th, 2023 6:17:02 PM
Manolo accepts Grog's idea to make people less worried. He tries to serve the drinks and food in a funny manner. He fakes almost dropping mead and meat and just fools around... sometimes jumping on a chair or two or sliding with a chair or whatever it was. 'am I preforming', Manolo thinks to himself more than once after trying a rather funny manoeuvre or two.
In the morning he will accept Phaedra's suggestion/offer.
Acrobatics 28 for the bar tricks and all the funny movements Bluff 23 for preforming and faking almost dropping plates and ales and meads and other stuff.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/17/19. temp/hp:48/34. shield, false life Monday March 6th, 2023 9:02:23 PM
After breakfast, Mortimer was sipping on some a hot beverage. He notices Mole's note and he gives it a read. "Looks like Mole has returned to his sedimentary lifestyle," he announces.
When the door is answered, he almost falls out of his chair at the sight of all the town's guard standing in formation. He turns to Loryn and whispers, "i was here all night!" However he quickly relaxes when he learns of their true intent.
Mortimer is confused by Drack's and Ash's reluctance. As Loryn correctly stated, they were already planning on visiting the farming homesteads north of town today. Don't they recall the sky lighting up with a greenish glow over the northern farm areas last night. The sounds heard from that direction were also a bit unsettling (DM post from Thursday, March 2nd).
"Might as well roast two birds on one skewer, yeah."
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+3=11 ; Monday March 6th, 2023 10:57:29 PM
Gnubert walks the refreshments to the fussy table, and sets a smile on his face, ”Here you go folks, nothing like some refreshments to help make the evening a little brighter!”. The gnome smiles broadly (Diplomacy DC11). Gnubert makes the rounds telling jokes and serving refreshments
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Monday March 6th, 2023 11:04:13 PM
Gnubert gladly accepts Chance’s assistance and spends a large portion of the night talking family with his new friend. As the night winds down the gnome spends time cleaning up mugs and tables. No need for Grog to get up to this mess. Gnubert falls into his bed thoughts of skeletal horses, and soldiers running around his head until he finally falls asleep from exhaustion.
Gnubert wakes early as is his want. The cleric prays for his spells. As he is finishing he smells breakfast and hears the knock on the door. Gnubert throws his remaining items in his bag and dashes downstairs in time to hear the request, and acceptance made on the groups behalf.
This Looks Official [DM Jerry] Monday March 6th, 2023 11:11:45 PM
Phaedra laughs at the response she has received and says, "It is not an emergency. Adventurer types in this town have always been "Wardd's Luck" for us. So it is not surprising that EVERYONE wants to see you, meet you, hear what you're up to. You're like our local celebrities and are expected to do no wrong and to bring us tons of luck again and again. Get used to it.
"I get to avoid most of that with my status as Captain of the Windguard. Instead, folks avoid me if they are guilty or think that I think that they might be. Much more pleasant.
"This is not an emergency situation, but it is Windguard worthy. A stranger coming into town to inherit his brother's homestead AND adopt his two children in one day. If there is something untowards and I have you guys with me, I have no worries. Best of both worlds: responsible law enforcement, good aligned adventurers.
"Plus the farmers all get to see you. And we get to hopefully put the legal stuff behind us and help out a bit earning some good-will."
Her husband, Theobald Swiftshine, adds, "And yes this is what she is really like. I'm the "legal" rep from the council today handling all the paperwork. Besides it's a good day for a walk.
Theobald turns to Manolo. "You were genuinely funny last night. I think you've been holding out on us! Have you ever had clown training in Plateau City or something?
As Mortimer says, "...roast two birds on one skewer," one of the guards mutters, "Is that a thing?"
Another says, "No, he's trying to be clever...and he kinda is. You'll catch on. It's called banter."
Torryn preps her steed for a day's travel.
The day is bright if a bit gusty and all enjoy the trip. They head north and stop at the 4th Homestead on the left (location 10 on the Woldipedia map).
The barn has been burned down, and two children are playing in the dirt with a tall lanky human with a large handlebar moustache is by the barn looking at the damage. He sees you and begins walking your way.
Without smiling, he says, "I'm Edric Bradforde, Fulton Bradforde's brother. I arrived from points west during the night. This looks official." His eyes dance back and forth between the adventurers and the Windguard.
The kids stop their playing and come to give Phaedra a big hug and immediately the tears start flowing.
[Feel free to roll perception, spot, etc checks as you wish to go with anything you wish to do.]
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Tuesday March 7th, 2023 12:36:25 AM
Mole arrives at his cave. He takes some time looking around deciding what he wants to do next and where he wants to put things.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=14 ; d20=11 ; Tuesday March 7th, 2023 3:44:56 AM
Torryn was small by human and elven standards. She didn't mind that. It presented certain advantages. Seeing past a crowd of people was not one of them. However, Spot was a big horse. Sitting in the saddle gave her a very different perspective of the world around her. From that high vantage point Torryn took in the scene.
(Perception:23)
She decided that Edric likely wasn't a bad sort, but she didn't really know him and sometimes appearances could be deceptive, not that she was particularly adept at seeing past such things.
(sense Motive: 12)
No, she very much had to rely upon her Sacred Dancer talents and gifts. So she quietly and calmly opened up her Fey Sight (Detect Magic) and then called upon Flower to help her see any stain of evil that lurked within the area. (Detect Evil) She was very proud of herself. Normally it was Drack who did all the sensible stuff, but this time she'd remembered.
She gave Spot a reassuring, thankful pat on her thick neck. Not that she'd had to carry Mole much this time. Dwarves seemed to like the ground. A lot. Whilst he definitely wasn't the fastest, there was no denying his sure footedness.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 d20+3=23 ; Tuesday March 7th, 2023 8:54:09 AM
Ash puts both hands on his chest, and feigns hurt to Loryn. "In no world would I refer to your eggs as anything other than seasoned to perfection. I referred more to my eggs, as growing up with people doing everything for you.. leads to eggs with sugar or mustard seasoning. "
At the homestead, Ash nods to Edric but doesn't say anything. He moreso looks around, making sure the unusual part of this trade off was nothing more than seasoned eggs.
Perception 23( Nat 20)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 d20+7=10 ; Tuesday March 7th, 2023 9:42:16 AM
Drack will try and get a feel for everyone’s character and intentions(perception 10), and will detect evil just to make sure nothing is horribly wrong with anyone or the area.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+2=10 ; Tuesday March 7th, 2023 10:08:20 AM
"Remember to tell Mole we are in a bit of a hurry Torrynashkabbeth." , as she speeds off on Spot to the dwarf cave by the cliffs. Knowing it is a bit of a round trip, Loryn invites the Windguard inside and fussess and fiddles with breakfast and the clean up to give Spot time to return with the pair.
The walk to the homestead is pleasant enough, but the sight of the burned barn causes him some minor distress. Ah the children are out, at least there is that. Resilliant things really, children are
Being just over 3 feet tall and not on a horse, Loryn's visuals are lost in the crowd. He stands for a moment and then sighs, No one going to say hello to the man? Always up to the gnomes, a wonder the wold would fall apart without us
Loryn takes a few steps forward and extends a small hand, "Welcome to Windhorn goodly Eric. I am Loryn Glitterfall, resident and Journeyman of the Woldian League." He shortly goes on to introduce Phaedra and Theobald in their respective positions and with a general wave, his associates in the Woldian League. He leaves out specifics.
Loryn concludes "We are hear to help and have heard of your wish to adopt your niece and nephew." A custom the gnome thought odd, but is was one he knew that humans practiced to create a sense of family bonding.
Perception 10 Diplomacy take 10 = 16
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+9=29 ; d20+8=9 ; Tuesday March 7th, 2023 8:05:49 PM
Manolo turns to Theobald and says, "Not a clown training but a running and jumping training...perhaps I will tell you about this in another day...when both of us are not busy ".
Manolo looks around, looking for any strange things that might show an arson attempt or something...that just doesn't feel or smell right. (or look or sound), He is disinterested in Eric...unable to sense for his motive and not seeing any further benefit with him..' the others are talking with him', he thinks as he keeps moving around the area.
Perception 29 (natural 20) Sense motive 9
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/17/19. temp/hp:48/34. shield, false life d20+2=20 ; d20=7 ; Tuesday March 7th, 2023 9:16:20 PM
The sun is too bright today, which is annoys him. He wears his hood is up protect his eyes and skin from the searing glare.
Mortimer assesses the scene as they arrive at the Bradforde farmstead. He wasn't aware that there had been a barn fire. He also wonders why everyone is ignoring it. He gives it a look over, from where he stands (Perception: 20). Are the embers still smoldering, are their water buckets strewn about? Does the charred remains appear old? Is their a pile of blackened tools and equipment salvaged from the barn?
He makes sure his badge is in full view as he approaches with Loryn to greet Edric. "The names Mortimer Margrave, pleased ta met ya." He patiently waits for all the normal introductions and pleasantries to conclude. Mortimer then asks, "Pardon for me askin' and all, but how did the barn catch fire?" He tries to read his reaction to the question and interpret his expression and mannerisms (Sense Motive: 7)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=32 ; d20+12=32 ; Tuesday March 7th, 2023 9:17:19 PM
Gnubert prepares to introduce himself to Eric just as Loryn introduces himself. Gnubert smiles, "and I am Gnubert Glitterdust, Cleric of the Gods of the Wold, Journeyman Woldian League of Adventurers, and newly arrived to Windhorn Hamlet. Welcome to our little slice of the Wold." The cleric sizes Eric up (Sense Motive 32 nat 20!), and looks over the children trying to determine if the are healthy, or need any help (Perception 32, nat 20 again!)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Tuesday March 7th, 2023 10:22:57 PM
Mole finds the group. He waits silently.
We'd Like to See How We Can Help [DM Jerry] Tuesday March 7th, 2023 11:07:05 PM
Loryn takes the lead and introduces himself and the group. The man steps forward purposefully shaking Loryn's hand and says, "Edric. Uh, thanks for coming. Yes, I intend to stay, adopt Raddy and Maisie here and see about setting things right."
Gnubert adds his introduction to Loryn's and lets Edric know what his role is here. He gets a weak smile from Uncle Edric as Gnubert welcomes him to town. Maisie looks up at him fondly and grins at him. "Told ya! Everyone is friendly here!" The children are healthy, though the boy still has some signs of soot on his clothing, which he obviously hasn't changed since the incident.
Phaedra smiles at the girl's comment and says, "I'm Phaedra Bearclaw, head of the Windguard here and I'm here to help you sign the official adoption papers which I've brought with me. Then I want to look at the barn and if you are up to it sir and look at the scene representing the town."
Her husband, Theobald, says, "Then we'd like to see how we can help."
Maisie, the younger sister, takes his moment to add, "I'm Maisie. I'm 10. " Then she blurts out, "Raddy discovered dad was dead. It was horrible!" She begins crying again. "He found him ALLLL burned up and made me stay in the house while he buried him all alone over there by the barn. It wasn't fair!"
Torry sits on his horse looking around. The children are outside, so at least they are here and safe. But they look in a state of shock still. The older boy looks a bit "closed in upon himself," as if he just wants to be left alone.
All of this creates a few seconds of silence and the vibe is instantly much more emotional as well as tense.
Ash sees that the barn used to be a nice one with a double loft with actual stairs going up to one of them with a ladder going up to the other. A winch/life still hangs from a beam that didn't collapse. The older boy, Raddy, is at that age when his voice cracks because he is nervous. He volunteers looking at his uncle that he "knows all about the farm as he had been trained by his dad.
There is nothing "off" about the homestead, but the house is in pretty bad shape from a lack of repair, and of course the barn is pretty much destroyed. It is hard to read Edric through the nervousness he shows with the turnout that has come calling.
Drack does not detect evil. He sees a nervousness in Edric, but that can be explained by the situation. While Drack looks around, the boy talks to Phaedra.
The older brother tells Phaedra, "I'm Radcliff Bradforde, but I'm called Raddy." When asked, he says he is 13. You can tell that he feels the weight of caring for his sister. He stands close to her and sees that she is behaving properly by putting his hand calmly on her shoulder at times.
Manolo doesn't see any arson from this distance, but perhaps can see more if he takes a close look at the burned barn. He does spot the loose dirt and a board with the word dad on it.
Mortimer, hood up asks how the barn burnt down. That seems to be the question of the day. Uncle Edric says, "I arrived about an hour ago. I haven't even been over to the barn yet." There is no evidence of anything still smoldering. However, he sees Raddy's face turn beet red and he shivers a bit as Mortimer asks this question. His response is pretty obvious.
Phaedra gives Mortimer a quick glance as if to remind him that there are children present and to be careful.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=11 ; d20=18 ; Wednesday March 8th, 2023 3:55:08 AM
No, it was no good; Torryn just didn't understand the nuances of the situation at all. The boy was embarrassed, but why? There could be any number of reasons, especially at his age. She gracefully dismounted.
"Hello, Maisie, I'm Torryn and this is Spot. Would you look after her for me? Just while I take a look around. She likes stroking." Torryn smiled encouragingly. It was a simple distraction. She hoped it worked. She glanced at Gnubert and then Raddy. She expected that Gnubert would get more from him than could she.
She then spun and pranced away in her own mercurial fashion. It was deliberate. Let them speak of her rather than what had just happened. As to that, she was rather hoping that smarter heads than hers would intercede to fill in the gaps. Until they did she'd take look around and try to unearth some clues.
Diplomacy: 18. Perception: 27 ish
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday March 8th, 2023 9:20:55 AM
The gnome responds to Edric's handshake and takes a couple steps back. he was thorouhgly confused at Pheadra's comment. Mortimer had only asked if anyone knew how the barn caught fire. He chalks it up to another case, in a mighty large cabinet, of humans being odd. If no one has messed around the area too much, he turns to Mole. "Long shot, but why not see if you can discern anything of tracks. Especially where they might be heading away from the barn and homestead." For himself, alothough he knew Mole could as well, he was looking for former occupants of the barn. "Say, Roddy. Did the animals make it out, or are they kept nearby?" If so, Loryn excuses himself and heads over, looking to find a horse or ox. Cast Speak with Animals "Scarey night my friends. Did anyone see how the fire got out in the barn? Anyone see people besides Roddy and Dad?"
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 d20+7=12 ; Wednesday March 8th, 2023 10:21:07 AM
Drack will try and get a feel for Raddy after seeing his face turn red. “Perhaps he had accidentally caused the fire” is the first that crosses Dracks mind after noticing. (Perception check 12)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 d20+3=8 ; Wednesday March 8th, 2023 4:18:08 PM
Ash wasn't good with most adults, so kids was a no go for him. When an opportunity arrises, Ash strolls over to the ashes and checks out the surrounding area.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+9=14 ; Wednesday March 8th, 2023 7:10:13 PM
Manolo looks around the keepers, he tries to have a feel for what each one is doing. He takes a look at the board and goes back near the group.
'Just a a little bit longer', he thinks to himself as he is waiting for the others, 'probably better to wait for the others', he thinks logically as he didn't want to appear too suspicious in front of the Eric and the kids.
Perception 14
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=18 ; Wednesday March 8th, 2023 8:02:15 PM
Gnubert catches the look from Torry and clears his throat, "Raddy, would you like me to say a few words over your father. It looks like you did a fine job laying him to rest." Gnubert watches the boys reaction carefully (Sense Motive 18)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:22/17/19. temp/hp:48/34. shield, false life Wednesday March 8th, 2023 9:23:57 PM
Mortimer is confused by Phaedra's glance. It was an innocent enough question. A very good question. He wonders if it's a secret. Okay, he thinks, he'll play the secret game. Snitches get stitches and all that.
He heard the stories from the children. What a pity it was, he sympathetically imagines, to lose a father. Other than that, he is incapable of any empathy. Though he wishes the children would stop their crying. It was making him uncomfortable. Mortimer didn't know he was walking into a funeral.
Mortimer simply maintains his stoic but friendly expression. Apparently this conversation is littered with caltrops. He'll sit back and allow the others to misstep the terrain.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. temp/hp:34/34. Wednesday March 8th, 2023 9:26:49 PM
(ooc: Correcting the stats in the post name line.)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+12=31 ; d20+12=23 ; Wednesday March 8th, 2023 10:43:08 PM
Mole goes to look around the farm. He checks on the animals and eventually makes his way to the barn. He investigates around it looking for any signs of how the fire started and any tracks that might clue him into who or what started the fire.
Survival DC31, Perception DC23
...and Threw the Boy Out [DM Jerry] Wednesday March 8th, 2023 11:03:15 PM
Maisie, still blubbering a bit nods yes to Torryn and sits on the porch with Spot petting and hugging him. Torryn looks around and realizes that the most likely place for clues would be at and around the barn where the dad died and the fire was.
Loryn asks Roddy if the animals made it out of the barn. "Uh, uh. Nope, cept for Old Betsy. I hadn't brou... SHE hadn't come in yet. He turns away looking around and settles on sitting and petting Spot with his sister.
Loryn finds Old Betsy way out in the field behind the barn and talks to her. The cow says, "The barn burned and burned. The fire didn't get out it stayed there then stopped."
When Loryn asks if she saw people besides Roddy and Dad she says, "Nope, the boy took the other animals into the barn, the fire started, then the farmer ran in to the fire. The farmer came to the hay door on fire and threw the boy out."
Gnubert stands around realizing that he is no longer in town, but with the group at the Bradforde Setting. Happens to mages sometimes when they are concentrating on things.
Drack watches Raddy and definitely sees fear in his eyes as he turns away to pet the dog.
Ash walks over the remains of the barn and looks around. He sees Loryn talking to a cow, but can't make out what is being said. [make a perception check to notice anything in that area if you wish.]
Manolo looks around and sees a couple of his teammates head over towards the barn to check it out.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 d20+7=11 ; Thursday March 9th, 2023 6:45:50 AM
Drack ponders to himself. What is the boy afraid of? What’s going to happen next? That he had started the fire? Something else?
Drack will keep a loose eye on the boy, hoping to spot a clue when the boy thinks no one is watching. (Perception check 11). He will hold his tongue until the group has had a chance later to talk amongst themselves. Everyone notices and does different things with different abilities. Best to compare notes with everyone before saying or doing anything further.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday March 9th, 2023 10:08:55 AM
Loryn thanks Old Betsy and simply has a seat on the ground. Another thought comes to him, "Betsy? Did the boy try yo get you to the barn as wel? Does he normally? or being a much older and wiaser being, do you keep yourself?"
Loryn hopes that Betsy normally makes her way to the barn on her own on her own good time, but...He leaves the thought, not wanting to follow it.
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
OOC Not sure what is happening on Wade's end, but his post keeps repeating from Monday
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. temp/hp:34/34. d20+7=21 ; Thursday March 9th, 2023 12:53:31 PM
Mortimer decides to keep Uncle Edric occupied as the others go poking around.
"Soo.... what plans do ya have for the place? What crops are ya growin'? I useta do odd jobs for the local farmers. Anything that involved diggin; a water well or a ditch. However, I've changed professions since then," he says with a curious smile. (Diplomacy: 21.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 d20+4=14 ; Thursday March 9th, 2023 3:52:30 PM
Ash digs around and checks out the rements of the fore. (Perception 14)
If anyone from the Family comes around, he'll smile but keep looking.
Torryn wandered over to the barn. Spot was a big Clydesdale with a very tolerant temperament. The children would be safe with her. She wasn't actually looking for anything. Her mind was busily trying to make sense of the situation. From what she'd seen and heard so far it seemed possible that Raddy had caused the fire. That would have been an accident or misadventure, not intent. It would still be scant consolation to the boy if so. This as not something that Sacred Dancers were meant to deal with. At least that was her opinion.
She mulled it over as she drew ever closer to the ruins of the barn. The smell still hung in the air. She decided that if such was indeed the case, there was nothing to be gained from recriminations and regret. They wouldn't change anything. The best way to make amends was to live life as the father would have wished. Likely that would involve dancing at least at some point.
Having drawn comfort from such thought, she refocused on her surroundings. Did anything seem odd? It was a stupid notion. What wasn't odd about a burnt barn?
(Perception: 27. I think. I cannot access the sheet from this tablet, but it's a good check)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20=11 ; Thursday March 9th, 2023 8:27:54 PM
Manolo follows Torryn and tries imitate her moves.,"Look over here...perhaps just there", he says softly. 'Perhaps she has a clue', he thinks as he tries to look where she looks and perhaps they will find something. Aid another 11 (helping Torryn)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Thursday March 9th, 2023 9:59:10 PM
OOC: I am having weird issues between my iPhone and tablet double posting. I posted yesterday about talking with the boy and now it has reposted the last tavern post. I am going to try my tablet and see if that changes things
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Thursday March 9th, 2023 10:06:06 PM
After finding nothing at the barn or in the yard, Mole returns to the animals.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=14 ; Thursday March 9th, 2023 10:11:38 PM
Gnubert takes a few moments to pray over the ground and then looks over at Raddy, something isn't sitting right here but he can't lay his finger on it (Sense Motive 14)
It's just too much. [DM Jerry] Thursday March 9th, 2023 10:58:31 PM
Drack keeps an eye on Roddy hoping to spot a clue. He notices nothing new about him.
Loryn thanks Old Betsy and asks her a couple of other questions. Betsy says, "He always takes us in to keep us safe at night. Wolves and bears come sometimes. I play difficult cause I like him. He always comes back for me after the others are in. He didn't come for me after the fire."
Mortimer keeps Uncle Edric occupied with questions about his plans. Uncle Edric says, "I'm not sure yet. I may grow some feed grass and perhaps a garden so we have vegetables. I guess we can sell the excess in town? It's good that you know stuff. I'm sure I'll have lots of questions."
Torry wanders over to the barn. He looks around to see what can be seen and spotted. What is odd is that Loryn is sitting on the ground near an old milk cow behind the barn looking at her. He sees the makeshift grave of Farmer Fulton Bradforde and the wooden headstone on the far side of the barn too near the only wall still partially standing.
Manolo follows Torryn imitating her moves, seemingly wanting to learn Torryn's investigative methods? He supports Torryn helping her find an open window on the partial wall still standing.
Mole, not finding anything returns to the animals.
Gnubert prays over the ground and looks over at Raddy. Raddy quickly looks away. Then it hits him. Raddy is feeling guilty. Every child looks like that when they are in trouble! Gnubert even remembers that look in himself from when he was younger.
Raddy who has been secretly watching Loryn near the cow, several looking around the barn and near to his dad's grave, looks up at Gnubert looking at him and instantly is in tears. He screams, "I'm sorry!!!" and runs into the house, hiding his head in the pillow of his bed, muttering the words over and over.
...I'm sorry...I'm sorry...I'm sorry...
Edric spins and says, "What?" Just as quickly, everyone near the house sees these "figurative dominoes" fall one after the other.
Folks looking at Raddy. Raddy watching all the interest in the barn near his dad's grave. Raddy sees Gnubers looking at him. All these Windguard nearby with their Captain there! All this ARMY of adventurers!
It's just too much.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Friday March 10th, 2023 4:11:56 AM
"Thanks, Manny. You check this window perhaps. I'd best go talk to Raddy." She shrugged, feeling somewhat sorry that her hunch was correct. Then she set off slowly to find Raddy. She gestured to her friends and the guard to stay back. Raddy didn't need a crowd. That would only make matters worse.
Entering the house she followed his sobbing apologies. She quietly sat beside him and gently pulled him into her lap. She said nothing for a while, just permitting him to let all the emotions out.
"Raddy, it was an accident. You didn't intend this to happen. You'll still feel bad. That's normal. That's how it will be. But. You WILL accept this and grow, and become strong, and become the man that your father would want. You have to. Your sister and your uncle still need you.". She stayed with him. There was no rush. He needed time to allow her words to register, to accept this fundamental shift in his world, but he didn't have to do it alone.
It probably helped that Torryn was not a great deal bigger than Raddy. She was also softly spoken and able to perform a variety of roles by dint of her study of dance. Some people thought dancing was simply capering around, but there was far more to it than that. To be good, to be great, you had to infuse all your actions with heartfelt, credible emotion.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Friday March 10th, 2023 5:04:42 AM
Drack just stands by for now, letting Torry and the law handle it from here. He does ponder seeing what he can do about a proper headstone for the deceased father
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday March 10th, 2023 10:35:44 AM
Loryn gives Old Betsy a few good pats and thanks her. He heads back over the others and gives Edric a small smile, "Good cow you have there. Take care of her." Loryn had seen Raddy head tot he house and Torrynashkabbeth follow, they had pieced everything together as well. Catching Drack's look towards the hastily dug grave of Fulton Bradforde he talks aloud, "We are going to have to do that more proper. Either here or moved back to the Windhorne cemetery. I suppose Edric would be the decision there. It's his brother."
To Pheadra, "Let's get this official stuff done and most of us out of the good family Bradforde's business."
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+9=29 ; Friday March 10th, 2023 12:30:19 PM
"Will do", Manolo reply. He checks the window and area near it. Perception 29 (natural 20)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Friday March 10th, 2023 8:03:56 PM
Ash watches Raddy run, and his scrunches his eyes in disdain.... Children ! he mutters under his breath.
OOC: Did Ash find anything last round?
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:18/13/15. temp/hp:34/34. Friday March 10th, 2023 11:27:25 PM
‘And there it is,’ he tells himself, ‘three can keep a secret if the other two are dead.’
(More to come later.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:34/34. d20+2=16 ; Friday March 10th, 2023 11:36:42 PM
"Huh, what matter of query is this," he quietly mutters to himself upon noticing something of interest. (Perception 16.)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Saturday March 11th, 2023 8:02:48 AM
Mole watches the scene take place and the child run off crying. He lowers his head and says a small prayer to the Earth Mother.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Sunday March 12th, 2023 8:57:29 PM
Gnubert shakes his head as Raddy yells, and runs away. The cleric clearly remembers getting caught as a child and the overwhelming want to just get away.
A very strange wake? [DM Jerry] d6=1 ; 2d20=18 ; d20+10=16 ; Sunday March 12th, 2023 11:15:58 PM
Ash says, "Children" as a reaction Raddy. Phaedra hears him and gives him a threatening glance to remain silent nodding at the sister." [Perception/Listen check d20+10=16]
Mole says a silent prayer to the Earth Mother.
Torry has a calming effect on Raddy with a bit of time. He turns his sobs wracking his body and hugs her for all he is worth.
"Dad threw me out the window. Then it collapsed. It's all my fault. I'm the one that deserves to die.
Raddy turns his head to the heavens. "Take me! Bring dad back! Gargul pleeeeaseee!"
Raddy sobs for a long time until he is physically incapable of crying more at this time. He then collapses in Torry's arms, spent.
Drack stands by and begins thinking about a proper gravestone for the father.
Manolo sees that the window was broken from the inside out. A "wagon wheel jack" is holding a beam inside the barn about a foot. Looks dangerous. Evidently the boy had to jack up the beam to remove the body. Amazing.
Mortimer self reflects as he realizes what has happened.
Loryn comments that the grave will need to be done more properly and asks where that should be. Here or in the town cemetery?
Phaedra says, "We'll see. I'm leaning towards the cemetery so that the children don't have to see....yaknow."
Phaedra thinks for a minute and says, "I agree with you that most of us need to leave. But I have an idea." She motions towards the barn. "What if we have a very strange "wake" for Fulton Bradforde?" She looks at Edric to see if he is catching his drift. He doesn't.
"A proper burial and funeral, then....a barn raising. And I like the gravestone that Raddy used. I think his dad would like it to be kept. It shouldn't be dismissed. Perhaps we can do some work to embed it in a proper gravestone?"
She motions to the other Windguard. "Head to town and let the council know what has happened here and that all is well."
The Windguard nod to her and head back to town.
Phaedra turns to the adventurers. "I was afraid that this...might be tied to, yaknow, what happened yesterday? I am thankful to Wardd that it is not. This, I think is a very unlucky and at the same time, a very lucky day."
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Monday March 13th, 2023 4:40:35 AM
Torryn knew nothing of the discussion outside. It was more important to stay with Raddy. She said nothing for a long time, realising that time was what Raddy needed. Finally she spoke again.
"Your father would not wish to trade places. Not ever. He wants what's best for you and your sister. You must be strong; for her and for him. Know that you will never forget him and that is to the good. Time will help. It is a great healer, but you must use it well. Turn away from Gargul. Embrace life. That is what your father would want. That is what you must do - for your sister, your father, your uncle and, just as importantly, yourself. It's a lot. It will feel like too much at times, but you must not squander what was given. Life. You must live and live well, for you and for your Dad."
It was a lot and really she had no idea where all the words came from. They seemed right though. Perhaps her patrons were helping. Flower, Kevintar, Eberyon, that was a lot of help! She was very glad of it and hoped that she'd done justice to her calling as a Sacred Dancer.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Monday March 13th, 2023 8:42:23 AM
Drack stands by, holding in his desire to advise the boy to follow Domi, and make the wold a better place as atonement. Instead he decides to let Torry handle the matter. She would probably be better to advise a child than himself.
Drack appreciated that Loryn picked up on his thoughts, and brought it forward to the group. He will wait to see. What everyone decides, and likely abide by the decision. The Paladin had been hoping to run into some evil to vanquish, but so far, none had presented itself.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday March 13th, 2023 12:25:37 PM "All of that seems and sounds quite human Pheadra and I'm sure the neighbors would jump in to assist with the barn clearing as well as the raising when the time comes. Perhaps even use Raddy's effort as a piece in the new barn, like a cornerstone." The gnome shrugs and then pointedly asks Edric, "So are we moving him to Windhorn cemetery at the Warrd temple or are we moving him to place here on your farm?"
Loryn had no talents or interest in barn clearing or barn raising and frankly he was not quite sure what a barn raising was, but the neighboring farmers would surely know and jump in on that.
Going back to relocations, "Probably should assume he is not, how to put it, contained. Pheadra, as you know the kids the best, shy don't you remain here and we'll fetch a cart and the necessary moving supplies. Drack could you snag Torrynashkabbeth and we'll get going"
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 Monday March 13th, 2023 6:36:01 PM
Manolo groups again with the others....he looks around and understands the atmosphere.... 'So...no murder or anything evil ', he thinks.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Monday March 13th, 2023 8:47:10 PM
Ash didn't like that Phaedra was paying attention to his nonsensical mutterings, but he still moved closer as she laid out her plan for a funeral of sorts.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Monday March 13th, 2023 10:07:44 PM
Mole listens to the discussion, but doesn't have much to add to the conversation.
"You must be strong; for her and for him." [DM Jerry] Monday March 13th, 2023 10:23:52 PM
Loryn asks Edric where the body is to be buried. He says, "At the town cemetery, I think. He smiles wanly at Loryn and Phaedra. Thanks. He walks for a bit away from the kids where those interested can talk without the kids hearing. "I'd like Maisie to stay mostly out of this. Raddy may need to help so he can help be part of the fixing of things here. We'll see."
Manolo and others are putting the pieces of what happened together. 1) Raddy is putting the animals in the barn. 2) Somehow, the barn is set on fire. 3) Dad comes into the barn and tosses Raddy out the window at the last second as he is crushed by a beam, burned and killed. 4) After the fire, Raddy raises the beam, pulls his dad's body out and buries him.
Torry continues privately in the house to comfort Raddy and it has some effect, at least for the moment. He looks up when she says, "You must be strong; for her and for him."
Raddy kinda repeats what she says, "I must be strong." Raddy, straightens up after a bit and says, "I need to check on Maisie." That decided he heads back outside and straight to his sister. "You ok."
Maisie says, "I'm not sure."
Raddy says, "Why don't you go in and play with your doll for a bit."
He heads to Edric and says, "Uncle, I'm sorry."
Then to the Windguard Captain, "I'm willing to face whatever I have coming to me, maam. I deserve all I gots coming maam."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:34/34. Monday March 13th, 2023 10:26:10 PM 'That's rich coming from her', he thinks about Phaedra barking orders at his people. For the past year or two, the city guard have been nonexistent during multiple crises. 'So many so, let me count the ways'[/i]: ogre attack, gremlin infestation, a public lynching, a fire breaking out and much more. 'Where were they,' he broods. People were having to defend themselves with broomsticks and logs. 'Rich indeed!'
Mortimer takes a moment to calm himself and chooses his next words more carefully. The old Mortimer would've flown off the handle, gotten beaten to a pulp and dragged off in chains.
After he had cooled off, he calmly offers a suggestion, "Why don't I go back ta the Hamlet, get a proper casket and the funeral carriage. When I return, may need help with the body, I will; not knowin' its condition and all. A couple of the hardier fellas, don't want 'em all gettin' sick up on me."
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Monday March 13th, 2023 11:15:25 PM
OOC: Sorry for missing yesterday's post. I have been painting parts of the house all day.
Gnubert listens but says little. The cleric knows guilt will crush the soul if some sort of repentance is not allowed.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday March 14th, 2023 4:12:56 AM
Torryn followed on, but without haste. Hearing Raddy's words, she nodded. The "punishment" could prove very helpful to Raddy. Perhaps helping others, particularly if that was guided/supervised by a priest: a good, patient one.
Mortimer's words though made her heart sink a little. More digging! Was Mortimer part Dwarf?
For the moment matters seemed resolved. She thanked Spot for her help and patience and hen climbed into the saddle. She sighed. Each thing has its season, she thought. Not all dances were joyful. Yet beauty could still be found. She looked to the sky to lift her spirits. Clouds were always inspirational.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Tuesday March 14th, 2023 8:43:32 AM
Drack waits, and watches, interpersonal relationships seem to be more of Tory’s thing. Drack was not really comfortable dealing with children and families emotions. If they were being attacked, he’d know what to do, but currently isn’t sure, and will follow the lead of others.
When Mortimer decides to head to town for a casket, Drack offers up his help. “I’ll go to town with you Mortimer, and help with un-burying, and re-burying the man.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday March 14th, 2023 11:03:35 AM
Loryn heads back to town to grab the supplies for the task ahead. Well for Mortimer's task ahead. he had no intention of digging up the poor soul. He had a different thought.
"Mortimer, when you return with the goodly departed farmer, we are going to need a day to properly prepare him and the site for his final rest. And to be clear here, make sure with whatever you can think of that we have a day to spend with him alone. Gnubert I'm going to ask that you prepare a spell so we can talk to him. Betsy said the farmer was on fire when he threw Raddy out. Raddy is saying a collapse is what did it? I want another statement on it and hopefully it is just a perception thing "
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 d20+4=23 ; Tuesday March 14th, 2023 1:05:35 PM
Ash likes the plan, but also doesn't see himself helping too much in the physical department. He spends his time still venturing around the barn and looking for any indication that the story is truthful, or worse a lie.
Perception 23
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 Tuesday March 14th, 2023 7:00:21 PM
Manolo stays put for now and watchs how things are going to unfold.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:34/34. Tuesday March 14th, 2023 9:41:38 PM
On the way to Windhorn with Drack, he wonders if Noma had purchased a new funeral carriage over the past year. He explains to Drack that the old one was a modest little cart. "It has four wheels and only wide enough for a solitary casket of medium or small size. Well cared for, it is, and in good condition; with simple ornamentation. However there wasn't a bench for a driver. It was meant to be lead by a single horse or mule, but I guess you could ride the horse."
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Tuesday March 14th, 2023 10:18:44 PM
Mole listens to the discussion. He has nothing to add.
Making Plans [DM Jerry] Tuesday March 14th, 2023 10:58:23 PM
Uncle Edric gives Raddy a hug and says, "You did the best you could, Raddy. I think you'd agree with me that it could have gone better, but it was not for a lack of trying. And it takes a real man to go back in, move your dad's body, and bury him alone, nephew."
This seems to both help Raddy as well as make him seem ashamed again.
Phaedra agrees with Mortimer. "Yes, that would be great if you can get the casket and funeral wagon. Talk to her about having the funeral there at the Temple of Wardd. Have Noma handle things in this area and tell her to let me know of anything I can do to help. And if you would, tell the Windguard to return. We're not too good to help out our neighbors! And spread the word. We need lots of help!"
Phaedra looks at Manolo, Gnubert, Mole and Ash. She ponders for a sec and makes a decision. "Mole, Ash, Manolo, Gnubert... right? I'm usually pretty good with names, but I have to practice them a bit. Would you three be willing to go over to the barn and see what needs to be done to take it the rest of the way down? It's dangerous as it is now with the jack holding up one of the beams. Can we dispose of it somehow? Burn it the rest of the way? I'm not sure.
"Then again, if you're willing, we need to let the other farmers around here know what has happened and that Edric is here to stay. Just take the lead and do everything that needs doing to set this up?" Perhaps make contact with some of the farmers near by and see who has knowledge of such things? Then perhaps we can get a barn raising going for the day after the funeral?
Ash looks around the barn, but doesn't find anything new. He sees the beam held up by the jack. The broken window. A broken lantern that likely started the fire. It all seems to line up as presented.
Maisie lifts her head and as is her wont, she changed emotions on a dime. She grabs Ash's hand and says, I can show you Trixie's house. We can go there!"
Edric quickly stops Maisie and says, "Maisie, you need to stay here with me. Do we have some food we can fix up for everyone? Or we can go to town and get some? I think you are the perfect person to help me with this, milady!"
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Wednesday March 15th, 2023 6:13:18 AM
Had Phaedra asked them to help make arrows, Torryn could have been useful. All this other stuff? Not so much. Still, she was happy enough to head out to the surrounding farms and pass on the news. People wouldn't need much, if any, encouragement to pull together. That's what they did around here. they knew that their neighbours would do the same for them were the positions reversed.
"Spot and I will go tell the neighbours" She offered.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday March 15th, 2023 8:36:25 AM
with news of the lantern, Loryn is nearly satisfied. The humans all seemed to be good and as the 'accident' had befallen a human, he would not push the matter. Loryn turns to Mole, "Sorry about rousing you out I suppose Mole. Anything you could use a tinkering hand with? Always available my good distant cousin." Knowing with near certainty the dwarf would decline, the gnome smiles and with a pat to his shoulder, heads to Minervas. Pheadra seemed good and bent on escalating things and he was quite certain that he would be tapped to cook up something. Might as well get a jump on that and see what the larder had. Not enough surely for this barn raising thing as that sounded like dozens of hungry people after a days hard work.
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 d20+8=9 ; Wednesday March 15th, 2023 2:51:37 PM
While heading back to town with Mortimer, Drack responds.
"I should be able to drive the wagon either way Mortimer. I wonder if there is anything else we can do to help the villagers while we are in town? Perhaps find some more volunteers for a likely barn raising? I bet Grog would put the word out."
Once back in town, Drack will speak with Grog, and see if he will put the word out an a future barn raising, and volunteers are happily welcome. He will then try and spread the word throughout the people he knows in town, and explain the tragedy that befell the family.(diplomacy 9. I really hate the die roller. never got so many 1's in my life.)
Manolo d20=16 ; Wednesday March 15th, 2023 7:11:11 PM
Manolo goes to the Barn and tries to figure out a way to make things less dangerous.
D20=16
OOC: on vacation but ironically super tired, managed to reset my headers ): And lost my post ):
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+2=10 ; Wednesday March 15th, 2023 8:45:13 PM
Gnubert walks over to the others and listens to the conversation. When Loryn mentions his name he snaps back to the moment and nods his head, "I can do that in the morning, and in the morning I can cast a spell that will slow the, ummmm, more natural affects."
Gnubert smiles as he is given a laborious task. Working the body relaxes the brain. The gnome walks over and begins looking over the barn trying to discern the safest most effective way to demolish the rest of it. (Intelligence 10)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Wednesday March 15th, 2023 8:45:50 PM
Not wanting to cause a scene, Ash chooses not to mention how Phaedra called out 4 names.
"Burn it?" He asks, already readying the Fireball spell.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:34/34. Wednesday March 15th, 2023 9:21:03 PM
When Drack starts talking about finding volunteers about a barn raising, Mortimer begins to ponder the difficulty of raising a barn, especially over the ashes of the old barn. "I'm no carpenter, not in the least, but isn't more prep necessary before ya invite a crew out ta start a build ... the very next day, no less!"
He imagines the remains of the old barn would been to be cleared away first; including the old foundation being dug out and disposing of all the ash and debris. The new barn would need to be planned out and marked off. Then acquiring lumber would be the upmost importance and knowing what kinds and how much to get. He figured the first preparations would take weeks to months before any building would take place. But what does Mortimer know about such things.
Mortimer continues on with what he does know ... acquiring a casket and getting the funeral carriage from Noma.
A Bigger Job Than Expected [DM Jerry] Wednesday March 15th, 2023 10:21:50 PM
Mortimer wonders if it is wise to rush into the barn raising, thinking that the old barn needs to be taken care of first.
Torry heads out with Spot to go tell the neighbors. The word seems to spread like wildfire. Everyone one of them says right after the funeral? Too soon! WE need to tear down the old one, sort the usable wood from the unusable. Trees need to be selected and cut. Bolts made. A floorplan made. They are willing though. Very. It seems everyone was being polite and minding their own business--a thing that the farmers kinda admit that usually doesn't happen. It's weird.
All the ablebodied will show up the day after the funeral and start looking at things. Others will cook food etc. Relatives will come.
Drack talks to Grog and Grog will bring the "festival" picnic tables out of storage and see that they are set up. He'll help with the food and set up an outdoor kitchen. Soon folk sare coming up to Drack and Mortimer offering help, asking what they can do, etc."
Manolo easily spots the first thing that needs doing. Someone needs to lower the jack holding the beam where Uncle Fulton's body was. Then the glass needs to be picked up.
Gnubert sees that some of the timbers would be impossible to lift without lots of help. The main beams are 8-10 inches on a side and 50' long. This may require some beasts of burden to pull on things and some rope? Burning it further? She confesses that she doesn't know much about this kind of thing?
Phaedra looks to Ash and says, "I leave it to you to decide the best method. Yell at me and I'll help."
Everyone seems to agree this is not as easy as Phaedra seemed to think. Various ideas are presented.
Mortimer and Drack arrive at the Temple of Wardd. Noma smiles and says, "How can I help you guys?"
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Wednesday March 15th, 2023 10:44:37 PM
"I think what we need is engineering knowledge." He says to Loryn. "That's if we don't want to use fire to remove the barn. I do not have the necessary knowledge of structures like this."
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Thursday March 16th, 2023 3:59:57 AM
Torryn had no clue and not a lot of interest in the endeavour. Still, Spot would be a lot more useful than herself. Spot could haul heavy timber better than anyone!
Until such time as things were decided and she and Spot were called upon she happily took herself off to a field and practiced her 'dance steps'.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday March 16th, 2023 10:21:11 AM
Loryn agrees with Mole, "And I know as much about that as I do on the mating practices of slime toads Mole" Loryn also knows he worth in clearing away anything, Raddy and perhaps even Maise could best him in any physical contest.
Loryn personally thinks it best for he and the others to get out of the way and let the farmers and craftsmen of Windhorn handle it and so he does precisely that by retiring to Minerva's Boarding House and into the kitchen. There was time to tinker and a fresh catch of fish provided a good opportunity.
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Thursday March 16th, 2023 10:52:17 AM
Drack will continue talking with both Grog, and every villager that approaches him, as Mortimer sees to the casket. His response is mostly the same to everyone.
"The poor man gave his life to save his only son, who after it was all over, Jacked up a beam and pulled him out to bury him. There was heroism shown that day."
"I don't think we are quite ready for the barn raising yet, but I'm very thankful that i can count on your support when it is time to do the actual raising. What I think we need first is someone versed on engineering or structures. We have a barn mostly burned down, and it needs replacing. My friends and I don't know much about that kind of thing.'
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Thursday March 16th, 2023 7:54:30 PM
"Give me a go and I'll burn it to the ground right now. " Ash says. " I can drop a fireball on it right now.. and follow it up with a second one."
Manolo d20=8 ; Thursday March 16th, 2023 8:42:03 PM
Manolo laughes for a few moment in a dismay that no one is good at engineering, thinking to himself, ' no one is trying....we need to find someone, it can't be that no one can do this ', he goes on his way to find someone or an organisation that will help them with the daunting project they have on hand. Local knowledge 16 ( to find someone to help the keepers)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Thursday March 16th, 2023 9:01:59 PM
Gnubert looks at the others and shrugs his shoulders, "Let's make sure it won't spread and then we can handle it however you think!" The cleric gives a knowing smile, and winks.
The Barn is Down [DM Jerry] Thursday March 16th, 2023 10:46:16 PM
Mole suggests that some engineering knowledge is needed.
Gnubert seems to like the idea of fire-balling the barn, winking.
Manolo laugh in dismay that no one is good at engineering. He looks around and spots the guy with the confident look on his face walking up to the barn. Tall and lanky. Corn cob pipe. Overalls falling off of him. The perfect guy.
Nick loses interest and decides to practice dancing in a nearby field. Maisie decides to go with her and watch. "Wow that's cool. Where did you learn to do that?"
Loryn agrees with Mole and retires to the boarding house in town.
Drack talks with Grog and every villager he sees. Many agree to help and begin making plans to head out to the homestead to visit the uncle and the kids.
Ash volunteers to burn it to the ground with a fireball. But this lanky tall farmer in overalls says, "Now that would work son, but it would be slower than if we take it apart fella."
It isn't long before most every nearby farmer and some folks from town are around and ideas are being floated by most everyone. But the tall lean fellow, Amos Bo, seems to know the most and folks seem to listen to him. He sends them off for tools and for the day and says to be back at sunlight and "we will see what we will see."
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The next morning, the homestead is bustling with dozens of people, ladders, wagons, hammers, saws, and standing on a large crate is Amos Bo directing things better than a conductor of an orchestra.
Food tables are set up. By evening of that day, the barn is down.
Then someone asks, "When is the funeral?"
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Friday March 17th, 2023 4:30:56 AM
Torryn was of no use whatsoever in actively assisting with the barn. She was however, a marvelous children's entertainer. She had them dancing, marvelling at the beauty around them and playing games.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+6=18 ; Friday March 17th, 2023 10:57:48 AM
Mole has no skills in building other than his knowledge of stonework. He checks the stone foundation to ensure it is correct to the best of his knowledge.
Craft (Stonework) DC18
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+12=19 ; Friday March 17th, 2023 12:47:58 PM
Loryn tinkers with what he knows best, food. Knowing there will be hungry folks at teh farm and then after that there will be hungry folks at a wake, he has two different directions of tinkering to do. The first is more pressing and he sets to it with vigor. Ample amounts of filling, thirst quenching morsels that will still be fresh by the end of the day and after being transported to the farm. Oh and let's add in they need to taste good at room temperature. He has an dies, raw fish sliced thinly and wrapped in a protective edible. An assortment of sauces for dipping, paired with a loose assortment of beans and fruits. Cider and white wine to top it off. Once that is complete, a cart of pies and a barrel of ale should finish of the evening. Cook 19
Just after midday, the gnome sends the first cart to the farm and gets working on the pies. The wake would still be a day or two off, and he'll need to pop out and get an exact time on that before starting. By sunset the pies are loaded with a barrel of ale and is heading out. Loryn hands the cart driver a note, "Give this to Torrynashkabbeth will you Eldis? Thank you."
'Torrynashkabbeth. No likes to eat pie without dancing' - Loryn Glitterfall
Time to start cleaning up.
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Manolo d20=9 ; Friday March 17th, 2023 8:12:34 PM
Manolo helps where he can. *,Thanks for the help Amos", Manolo says once in a while as time passed by and the fruition of their work starts to show . Aid another 9
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Friday March 17th, 2023 9:28:36 PM
Ash is a bit dismayed when he can't burn down the barn, but he helps where he can anyway.
"Did the farmer follow any religion? If we were to know, it might be easier to nail down a time frame.
JonS aka "Dwarf" aka Co_Dm at some point Friday March 17th, 2023 11:47:59 PM
Hey y'all, just checking in to say Hi, and I'm looking forward to helping out here in a few weeks ... this is my update for today so y'all know what happening in my RL
today is the last day of class/school ... I have until April 9th to get all of my hours in, then I'll be finished ... probably won't walk till September - they only do it twice a year ... I'll also be going to 4 overnight shifts Thursday to Sunday, so my posting will get better =)
I'll be completing a Master's of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Saturday March 18th, 2023 8:15:50 AM
Drack will lend what muscles he can to the project, following Amos’s direction like everyone else. He makes sure to thank every one for coming to help out. Drack will respond to questions about the funeral by simply stating “it is up to the family, but I will help in any way I can, and I’m sure my friends will too.”
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Saturday March 18th, 2023 8:17:57 AM
(Welcome to Bearclaw Jon. Happy to have you when you are ready. RL comes first. Good luck.)
Torryn looked at the note quizzically for a moment. It didn't make sense. She really didn't eat pies. Well, not often. The fish rolls and dips and fruit and drinks all sounded very tempting though. Still there was the matter Loryn's note. Then it hit her. One! No ONE likes to eat pies without dancing! In his haste, the thoughtful gnome had omitted the word 'one'. Now many people didn't associate dancing with funerals. She supposed they were right. However, what would be a wake without dancing? She'd have to corral the usual musicians. They were a good bunch. Not the most talented in the Wold, but they knew their audience well. When they provided the music she'd provide the dance. She'd quickly drag others up into the dance. A barn dance! That was fitting. Torryn set off to enthusiastically make the arrangements.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:34/34. Sunday March 19th, 2023 1:50:17 PM
Mortimer responds to Noma's question. For some reason he needed a little extra time to form his words.
(ooc: Sorry for the delay. I passed out much too early past couple of nights and didn't around to posting.)
"Noma, we are needin' ta prepare a funeral for one of the local farmers, Fulton Bradforde. He burned ta death in a barn fire. Died saving his oldest child, Radcliff, from the fire. The lad buried the remains of his dad in a shallow grave. We're needin' a casket and the funeral carriage."
He then spends the rest of the day, making preparations and gathering all the necessary items before returning to the farm.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Sunday March 19th, 2023 6:49:53 PM
Gnubert works diligently with the others, and patches up the minor injuries that inevitably occur. The cleric works up a sweat, and his muscles ache before the day is finished.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Sunday March 19th, 2023 6:49:53 PM
Gnubert works diligently with the others, and patches up the minor injuries that inevitably occur. The cleric works up a sweat, and his muscles ache before the day is finished.
Manolo Sunday March 19th, 2023 8:24:09 PM
Good luck JonS/ CO DM.
I'm Wearing My Dress [DM Jerry] Sunday March 19th, 2023 10:34:52 PM
It takes a couple of days to clear all the lumber and separate what can and can't be used for anything.
The next day is the funeral. All of you are invited of course. Torry is asked to be a pallbearer after helping Raddy so much.
Raddy asks, "What do I wear? Maisie says, "I'm wearing my dress!"
Uncle Edric takes both of the shopping, but has to ask to pay later as he doesn't have the gold to pay for all of it. Raddy brings his uncle a pickle jar filled with coins, mostly silver pieces. "Dad always hid this, but he showed me where once."
The day of the funeral is bright and fair.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Monday March 20th, 2023 9:13:29 AM
Drack assists with all he can do, labor wise, and assumes a barn raising will take place following the funeral.
Seeing Raddy pull out the jar of silver coins, He pulls out 20 gold pieces and hands them to Edric. "This isn't charity, so don't take it as such. These were taken from evil creatures raiding this area, and I figure that they at least cost your brother this much in hardship. We took it from them after ridding the Wold of their presence, so in reality, it's your money. Take care of your family."
Drack will then turn, and quickly walk away, not wanting to give Edric a chance to try and give the gold back out of pride. Drack will be happy to take part in whatever is requested at the funeral, and will gladly lend his muscle and efforts to the barn raising.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Monday March 20th, 2023 10:50:31 AM
Ash partakes in any ceremony of the funeral, and helps out wherever needed.
Torry had to go borrow a dress from her mother. It needed a little work to fit, but at least she'd be presentable. Pallbearing wasn't something she'd expected or expected to be any good at. Surely they could have asked Dracky. He was far stronger than her. Still, she wouldn't be alone and typically there were 6 pallbearers, so if she was in the middle it wouldn't be that much weight - she hoped. At least it wasn't digging. Whatever the appeal was in making holes in the ground, she had no idea. It certainly didn't appeal to her.
The mood of the funeral didn't affect her at all. The sad part was over: the suffering. Now he was at peace and likely with the gods. So this was really more of a celebration of his life, than a mourning of his passing. That was how she chose to see it anyway and she was determined that both Masie and Raddy saw it that way too.
She gave Drack a smile when she espied him parting with a few coins. She'd have done the same, but with a lot less success. Somehow men seemed to find it a bit easier to take coin from a man than a woman. Well, the decent men did anyway. She resolved to give Raddy 2 gold coins: one for him and one for Masie. The responsibility of looking after that coin and his sister would be a useful distraction or so she hoped.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday March 20th, 2023 5:52:15 PM
Feeling the barn raising to be a resounding success, the next order of business was much more solemn. The gnome could only hope that his traditional dress of tan and brown with Leafy green accents and his black leather boots would be sufficient. A Prestidigitation spell would assure that his garments were perfectly clean and pressed so as to present himself in a respectable manner. Outside of that, he was not overly sure on how things were to go. Warrd, surely had traditional rites of this sort, but he wondered how much or if at all, was there any variation among the races. He supposed he would find out shortly enough.
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Manolo Monday March 20th, 2023 8:04:18 PM
Manolo stays away from others until the time of funeral finely comes. He then dons a more respectable cloths and watchs the funeral.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Monday March 20th, 2023 8:38:51 PM
Mole stays at the tavern until the funeral. During the funeral, he stays at the outside near a tree. He silently ask the tree to watch over the dead.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:34/34. Monday March 20th, 2023 10:00:52 PM
Mortimer, as usual, stays way in the back, near Mole's tree, during the funeral. Nobody wants the gravedigger around during the ceremony. He's seen their nervous stares, watched as they take little half steps away from him when he comes near. It's almost as if he were death himself walking amongst them. They don't understand he's not the enemy; only the deliverer.
He quietly watches from his vantage point, trying to understand them. Most people are secretly thankful that isn't them in that box ... on the other hand, he's thankful he's not one of them. They desperately cling to something they haven't even got.
He only hopes that no one put some kind of momento inside the casket with him. To do so is highly ill advised even though the sentiment comes from the right place. The dead don't want reminders of their life. Divorced from the needs of the flesh: hunger, thirst, desires, ambitions, etc; they find themselves alone with their regret and guilt. These wrongs become so loud and pronounced, the spirit doesn't need a devil to drag them to hell with hooks and chains. They willingly throw themselves into the flame.
Substitute DM Cayzle - The Funeral Monday March 20th, 2023 11:16:07 PM
The barn site is ready for the raising. Wood and materials that can be salvaged have been set aside. Mole makes sure that the foundation is secure.
The day of the funeral dawns. Before the ceremony, Drack makes sure that the mourners will have enough wherewithall to meet their immediate needs.
Just before the ceremony, Uncle Edric asks if one or some or all of you would speak at the funeral to tell the story of what happened. [OOC: Your substitute DM would like to hear such as story as well!]
During the service, Ash volunteers to help and finds himself serving as a pall bearer. Torry assists too, as best she can. Together, the pall bearers do not find the task difficult.
Loryn is worried about his clothes, but really, it is fine. the gnome sorcerer does not really know enough about religious services to suss out the nuances of regional variations -- in fact, what stands out the most are the how the mourners are comforted, and how the deceased is lauded for his brave sacrifice.
Unlike some, Manolo is content to observe the ceremony from the back. Which is fine -- no one questions him as he mourns in his own way.
Mole is even more reserved, not even entering the chapel for the service. He draws a couple looks, but no one questions him ... no one except the new Substitute DM ... if you don't mind, why does Mole stay away from the funeral?
Mortimer stays outside with Mole, but his reason is clear -- the gravedigger feels out of place attending. He does not want to disturb the mourners within ... whom he assumes would be bothered by him.
Does anybody step forward to speak about the deceased?
After the ceremony, there is a commemorative dinner. Will anybody attend?
The barn site has been prepared, so tomorrow is the barn raising. Does anybody from the party stop by to help? If not, what's your plan for the day?
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Tuesday March 21st, 2023 12:53:06 AM
OOC: Sorry 2 weeks in a row i missed the monday post. My youngest daughter stopped by for a visit
Gnubert works hard each day helping where a 3 foot gnome can. The day of the funeral Gnubert takes his time getting dressed. The cleric makes sure his armor, shield, an surcoat are meticulously clean. Gnubert stands in the back content in letting the more experienced members of the party take the lead.
After the service Gnubert stops by at the supper. He visits with the family and prays with them if allowed. Gnubert doesn't stay long, and doe not have any adult beverages. The gnome wants to be at his best for the barn raising.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday March 21st, 2023 6:07:14 AM
When invited to speak Torryn quickly bounced up, full of her typical youthful exuberance. She smiled out at all the solemn faces.
"I'm here to put the 'fun' into funeral" She began unapologetically. There were some gasps and more than a few frowns, but neither fazed her in the slightest.
"Think about it. We live our lives as best we can. Then we die. THEN, we go on and join the gods and 'live' on as spirits. So, whilst it's only natural that we MISS the departed, it really is no excuse to mope about with long faces. That's being selfish. You're just thinking of YOU and how sad YOU are. Instead think of HIM." She pointed at the coffin. "What we HE want you to do? I'm pretty sure he'd want you to LIVE - to live this life to the full and that's the best tribute you can offer this brave man. Honour him by doing all the things he loved to do. Find joy in the simple things and most of all....well, I would say 'dance', but let's just say - 'have fun', because you only get to do this once. So, for a brave man we too must be brave: bravely going forward and cherishing all the important things in life. Honour his memory and make new ones in his honour. See? I'm right. Fun." Torryn then stood aside for the next speaker, albeit 'stood' was hardly an accurate description of her lively hop.
Her world view might not be to everyone's taste, but it didn't mean she was wrong. She continued to smile as she looked forward to the dancing.
She ate lightly. It really wasn't a good idea to dance on a full stomach. As to the drink, she had some. It was only right that he was toasted. Besides she'd soon dance out the effects of the alcohol.
Manolo Tuesday March 21st, 2023 11:45:24 AM
Manolo will attend the dinner but keeps silent. He will also help with the barn raising.
OOC:will fix the header tomorrow.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Tuesday March 21st, 2023 12:24:01 PM
Drack will step forward to speak of the deceased, and speak of the man's heroism in saving his son as the building burned down on top of him. This was an act that Drack could greatly respect and appreciate.
Drack plans to attend the commemorative dinner, and lend his muscles and sweat to the barn raising.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Tuesday March 21st, 2023 3:32:16 PM
Ash closes his eyes tight, but can hide his smile at Torryn's joke. He was glad the other two spoke as it meant he didn't have to. After the funeral he heads over to the dinner.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday March 21st, 2023 4:51:48 PM
Loryn steps up as well to speak, having known the man and his children to lesser extent all of their lives. The gnome had moved to Windhorn about 30 years ago, stepping away from his family as he ascended into adulthood like all of the gnomes of Glitterfall before him. Loryn will tell of some by gone memories of visiting the farm to get this or that for Hearthfire Inn when he assisted there and how proud the man was of his farm and what he hands created and nurtured from the soil. He tells of the time Raddy scampered to the very top of the rafters of that barn to rescue Mittens, the now very old barn cat. Raddy couldn't have been more than 5 at the time. Loryn thought his dad a goner right then and there when he spied the boy some 35' up with a handful of cat. the gnome finishes his tail with a few favorite sayings had heard over the years, though he did not understand them all and leaves them with his favorite.
'Ive got to be an optimist, else I couldn't be a farmer.'
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:34/34. Tuesday March 21st, 2023 9:18:04 PM
Mortimer listens to all the fine words spoken about the deceased. "Short an' sweet, not a lotta blatherin'," he mutters to himself. "Now that's nice an' proper."
He hopes there will be plenty of food left by the time he can make the dinner. His job is still not finished. However he doesn't mind. There is something very satisfying about filling a hole. He imagines it's something akin to a warm embrace.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Tuesday March 21st, 2023 10:04:35 PM
Normally during a dwarven wake, there was lots of drinking and stories of the dead. Mole didn't have any of that; he knew nothing of the family. So instead he drank by himself while his mind drifts back to the mountain and his brethren.
"Well it is a festival of remembrance." He says staring into his mug.
Substitute DM Cayzle - The Funeral Dinner Tuesday March 21st, 2023 11:56:34 PM
At the funeral service, Loryn offers some very heartfelt words, and they are quite well received. Some people smile, others cry. But the gnome’s words are clearly comforting.
Torry also stands to speak, but offers an unusual take on the best way to mourn. No one says anything, but the atmosphere is mostly not very receptive. A notable exception is Maisie. After the service, she runs up to Torry. “Wow, that was a great speech!” she exclaims. What kind of fun do you think we should have? Maybe dancing at the dinner?”
Gnubert was quiet during the service, but he offers his services at the dinner afterwards, and Edric asks him to say grace. Afterwards, the uncle asks Gnubert for advice. “I’m really not one for raising kids, the formerly childless bachelor explains, “So any advice you could give me would be great. Should I put them to work? Should they get some book-learning? What do you suggest?”
Edric includes Loryn and Drack in the conversation. “You spoke well at the chapel, my friend. If you have any suggestions on what to DO with these kids, please let me know. They’re good kids, but I’m a little out of my depth, here.” he keeps his voice low, so the kids do not hear.
Ash was glad he did not have to speak at the ceremony. At the dinner, Fulton’s son, Raddy, sits next to him. The boy, tall for his age, seems to shy to start a conversation with the wizard.
Manolo is quiet at the ceremony, and at the dinner. In the morning, he is ready to help with the barn raising.
Mortimer plays his part after the ceremony, and is a bit delayed getting to the dinner. But all goes well, and there is plenty of food left when he joins in.
Mole is reflective and solitary. By all appearances, the death has hit him hard.
Please go ahead and post your actions at the reception. Tomorrow’s DM post will get us to the barn raising.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 5:28:11 AM
Let them think what they would, Torryn knew she was right. The way of the Sacred Dancer was not for everyone.
Once at the reception, Torryn ate only sparingly and briefly. She had more important matters to address. So it was that in very short order she had rounded up Masie and the other small children. There then followed a series of games; games that to all observers seemed unfathomable chaos. Whatever it was it involved red ribbons and tickling. It didn't matter to the children. They squealed, ran and chased with unfettered delight. Red ribbons changed hands and the whole thing began again. Torryn matched the children's seemingly boundless energy and still had plenty left for dancing.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 9:37:50 AM
"Well Edric. I don't have any kids of my own, but in my experience, some kids are more suited to book learning, and some are more suited to labor. Book learning didn't take so well for me, so eventually I just learned the art of combat from experience and many hours of practice. I helped my mother with the farm and it was just the two of us, so i got lots of manual labor in my early years, which helped build the muscle to train. You gotta figure out which path is right for which kid. Maybe ask them? Kids can surprise you with knowing themselves. Sometimes they will need straightening out with a talk, or a boot to the rear, Domi knows that I certainly did. That's what you gotta learn and figure out. You can handle it it with plenty of patience and structure. Just help them figure out what's best for them."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 9:39:53 AM
"If there is anything I can do to help you Edric, let me know. If it's something i can do, I will."
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 1:47:19 PM
the gnome wrinkles a brow at the question on the children,
"Teach 'em and work with them on farming. You live on a farm after all there Edric, and both of them live and have worked the farm since they were old enough to get out the door to be sure. Probably not a job out there that Raddy has not done or helped his father with. Maise is more of a chicken eggs and milking Betsy age right now, but she should get to know the whole operation too. Gonna be their farm some day." Loryn back hands the paladin across a armored leg, "Combat indeed.
He grabs Drack by a piece of armor to tow him away, "Let's go get Mole drunk"
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 4:42:15 PM
“You know how much it’s coat to get a Dwarf drunk? You are buying, but I’m in. Done enough talking for today.”
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 4:49:56 PM
Ash tries to talk the boy, but hes awkward around kids. One thing he knows kids like are animals.. plus what is always good at a dinner is a rat. With that he pulls out Oslo, and hands him to the boy.
"His name is Oslo... hes super smart. He'll do some tricks and show off."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+9=14 ; Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 6:40:49 PM
Manolo watches the others but doesn't do much apart from occasionally moving from one place to another...feeling a little restless
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+6=8 ; Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 7:18:18 PM
"That sounds fine with me." He says to Loryn. "I could use a few drinks."
"Don't worry boy, I'll pay for the drinks." He says to Drack.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 9:22:48 PM
Gnubert keeps the blessing short, and simple knowing the bulk of the preaching was done at the funeral. The cleric eats sparingly and does his best to engage in conversation. Gnubert turns to Edric, "To be honest I have no kids of my own, however, I am the youngest of 8. I can tell you that education is the single most important gift that can be bestowed on a person. My parents insisted my siblings, and I recieve an education. There hope for all of us was wizardry. I chose a different path. My parent didn't understand, but came around and supported me. That I think is key, love, and support."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:34/34. Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 10:33:00 PM
Upon hearing talk about getting tippled, "A drink," answers Mortimer, "I could use one or three."
After the first couple of rounds, Mortimer asks, "Is it true ...'bout beer in a dwarf's belly? Does it help keep ya from tippin' over; buoyant an' balanced?"
Substitute DM Cayzle - The Funeral Dinner, Conclusion Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 11:52:56 PM
Torry has a grand time at the dinner distracting the kids and keeping them giggling. A few seem more interested in the food (of which there is plenty), but Maisie follows Torry’s lead with abandon. At the least, Torry has made these kids happy at what might otherwise be a sad time.
Drack offers Edric some well-considered advice -- the paladin thinks that the kids should be free to choose their own path.
The less lawful Loryn suggests that the kids have a place in society, and that they should be trained for that place.
Gnubert has a third perspective. He thinks that education is the greatest gift you can give a kid.
The new adoptive dad listens carefully. “I think you speak some wise words, friends, and I thank you. I’ll have to think hard on what you all say.”
Following the serious discussion, Drack and Loryn head off to get Mole drunk! The dwarf offers no resistance to this plan.
Mortimer joins in on the drinking, and ribs his dwarf friend a bit. Or is he being serious? It may be hard to tell.
Sitting next to Raddy, Ash hopes to connect with the boy through his familiar, a rat. The farm boy politely pets the creature with one finger. “Back home, we try to kill these things. They eat the harvest.”
Manolo mingles a bit, but does not engage with anybody. He is restless.
The dinner concludes and Edric thanks everybody who came. Many of those there will be attending the barn raising the next day. The heroes will be there as well (at least, the DM thinks so, based on recent PC posts. If you do NOT want to attend, post what you do instead, please.)
At the barn raising the next day, the site and foundation are all ready to go. Today it is mostly a matter of brute strength. Please post how you will contribute, and make a check that is relevant ... a craft or profession check, maybe, or a raw Strength check, or some other idea you may have.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Thursday March 23rd, 2023 3:26:31 AM
Torryn made her apologies. There were others, far better equipped and qualified than her, for barn raising. Life went on regardless. She reported to Stratus, her tutor, explained what little progress she'd made and then spent the rest of the day practicing and meditating. It was gratifying to be so still and peaceful for once.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 d20+3=19 ; Thursday March 23rd, 2023 8:30:22 AM
Drack will lend his muscle to the barn raising. (Strength check 19)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+13=14 ; Thursday March 23rd, 2023 3:29:34 PM
Loryn shoos away the thought of Mole buying the drinks. "Oh that trick might work on humans my dwarven friend, but you'll not be catching me owing a dwarf on a bar tap. Like you, I was not born last half." Loryn of course, being a goodly gnome is only going to actually have 1 maybe 2 drinks. This was not to get him drunk after all.
Satisfied on a mission well executed, Loryn retires late and rises early to head into the kitchen to put everything together for later in the day. It takes a few hours and with a few coin and a message sent, he is confident the afternoon food and drink will arrive. Loryn himself, heads out to the barn area in the mid morning, the Bag of Holding partially filled with fried cakes, flatbread, fruit and cider. His masterpiece would arrive later. Hopefully right as the final touches are finished on raising the barn.
morning food prep 14
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Thursday March 23rd, 2023 4:40:35 PM
Ash stares at the kid and scoops up Oslo. He leans in and whispers "Socializing... look it up."
He then smiles and excuses himself.
The next day, he can't help much other than an encouraging word.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Thursday March 23rd, 2023 7:06:07 PM
Gnubert wakes early and prays for his spells. The cleric asks for strength, and wisdom to help, and know when to help and when to keep his small butt out of the way. Gnubert will help by ensuring there is water, avaialble, healing the inevitable injuries that occur, and acting as a go-fer for those doing the actuall barn raising.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Thursday March 23rd, 2023 7:06:09 PM
Gnubert wakes early and prays for his spells. The cleric asks for strength, and wisdom to help, and know when to help and when to keep his small butt out of the way. Gnubert will help by ensuring there is water, avaialble, healing the inevitable injuries that occur, and acting as a go-fer for those doing the actuall barn raising.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+9=14 ; d20=9 ; d100=59 ; d20=10 ; Thursday March 23rd, 2023 9:03:19 PM
Manolo tries his best with the barn raising. Anything that requires quick hands or fast reflexes were his specialty He might help with manual work.
D20=9 D20=10 OOC: rolled d20 for reflex based stuff Second roll for strength.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:34/34. d20=10 ; d20=3 ; d20=1 ; Thursday March 23rd, 2023 10:01:45 PM
Mortimer decides he will partake of the barn raising. The food has been good and plentiful and that's all the motivation he needs. He processes no carpentry skills. However he is fine with performing the more mundane tasks required. He may be of average strength, but his endurance is uncanny; one could say supernatural. His only compliant is that it's too sunny. "My kingdom for a cloud or two!"
(Strength Check: 10)
Substitute DM Cayzle - The Barn Raising Thursday March 23rd, 2023 11:05:00 PM
The next day, Torry bows out of barn raising. She spends the rest of the day practicing and meditating.
Ash encourages the bard-raisers, but manual labor is not in his wheelhouse.
Loryn puts his food prep skill to good use, making sure everyone is fed at the raising..
Gnubert contributes water and first aid to the day of labor, hoping his healing talents will not be put to good use.
Drack offers a near-superhuman level of effort in lifting the frame into place! Maisy says, “Wowsy! You are so strong!”
Manolo, like Drack, helps the inhabitants rebuilt the barn. He does his best.
Like him, Mortimer puts his back into it, but similarly produces an average contribution.
Esdic is effusive in thanking Drack, and everybody. He begins to make a speech, but he is interrupted.
Two Windguard on horseback come riding up out of breath. [Torry, if desired, can hear them as she meditates, and follow closely to see what is the what.]
“We ... need help ... right away ... Come right ... now ....” In a moment, they catch their breath enough to say that a boat has washed up on shore at Sentinel Beach with everyone dead, but one gnome.
“Blood ... everywhere!”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Friday March 24th, 2023 4:01:46 AM
Was Mole there, or like Torryn, busy with his own tasks? She had no way of knowing. Agratha had deemed the young half elf in need of much tuition. This took precedence over barn building. Teaching Torryn patience and focus was no easy task, for either teacher or student. The last thing Agratha wanted was a distraction. It seemed to her that for once Torryn was listening and actually following instructions.
NB: Torryn is in town and will need to be collected en route should anyone feel that her presence would be desirable.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Friday March 24th, 2023 8:26:11 AM
"Thanks Maisy" he says after being complimented on his strength.
Once the Winguard arrives and requests help quickly, Drack thinks of nothing else besides getting there. Drack quickly looks to Loryn for any further direction as he starts to head to his horse.
"Looks like more trouble has found us. Let's go earn our keep."
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+13=31 ; Friday March 24th, 2023 9:37:46 AM
At the barn raising, Loryn spends his time keeping the table neat and clean and refills dishes as needed from his bag of holding. When not in the middle of that, he leans against the picnic bench and watches the art of raising a barn. It certainly required a great deal of necessary coordination and skill.
Loryn notices the Winguard 's approach readily enough, he wasn't overly preoccupied and moves towards them even as they continue along. Loryn understands things are serious, even before they start talking and as his brain catches up, Drack is already moving "Just Go!" he yells to Drack as the paladin rides offWe'll be along"
Knowing the paladin would be thundering away in an instant he looks to the others, At the guard, he throws a thumb over his shoulder, "Get down and give us the horses [b]"Monolo, Ash, Mortimer, whoever knows how to ride get going after Drack! GO!"
Loryn spins about to take in the crowd with a smile a chuckle and a lie. Hoping they did not hear to much, as he had moved to intercept the guard.
"Ship washed ashore. Cant be too careful with what's on board. You know holy warriors of Domi are excitable, Am I right? No worries. Help yourself to the food. Be back shortly.
Bluff 31
A wave of assurance again and the gnome starts off towards the beach on foot
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Friday March 24th, 2023 4:30:01 PM
Gnubert enjoys helping where he can. The cleric endulges in a little cheering as each portion of the barn is complete, if nothing else he hopes to raise morale. When the two riders rush up the gnome slides over to hear what they have to say. As the others start moving after Drack Gnubert looks over at Loryn, "You head that way, I will head towards town, and grab Torry. She needs to be with us just in case." The gnome takes off in a tear, stopping only to grab his haversack, and sundries.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+9=14 ; d20=19 ; Friday March 24th, 2023 8:45:37 PM
Manolo will go with everyone. He tries to ride if there are horses nearby.
Ride 23 (not class skill), (d20=19)
OOC: So I am assuming we get there by horses ?
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Friday March 24th, 2023 9:32:44 PM
Ash remembered when he thought this little hamlet was just gonna be a quick ale, bed and brekfast.. and he hadn't left yet.
Ash heads there with Loryn as he didn't ride.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Friday March 24th, 2023 10:39:02 PM
Mole is at the barn raising. He doesn't know much but follows the lead of the others.
When the others head towards the beach, Mole moves out with Loryn and Ash.
Substitute DM Cayzle - Race to Horror d100=42 Friday March 24th, 2023 11:17:10 PM
As the messengers arrive, Loryn intercepts them, gets the lowdown, and sends Drack off fast. He reassures the people before leading the group to the shore.
Despite not knowing how to ride a horse, Manolo looks for one to borrow. The DM rolls ... 01-50, no horse is free; 51-90, a workhorse is available; 91-00, a riding horse is available. The roll is a 42, sorry, no horse is there.
Ah, wait! Mortimer is smarter than the DM! (post edited to reflect this) The two members of the Windguard were of course mounted! Mortimer urges someone else to take a mount! Manolo mounts up and rides!
The first character at the site to post and claim a horse also gets to ride.
Mortimer uses magic to run faster!
Mole, Loryn, and Ash follow Drack on foot (unless one takes a mount).
Gnubert heads off to fetch Torry, and the two arrive a little bit after everyone else.
Dreck races off on horseback. He arrives to see a boat dragged up onto shore, filled with bodies. People have started to bring the bodies out of the boat, marked with grievious wounds, and lay them on the strand. Several folk are openly weeping. One man is herding children off back into town. Two women, knee deep in the wash, are steadying the boat while other people are carrying the bodies.
Manolo (and maybe one other on horse) arrives a round later, and then Mortimer, and then the rest of the party follows. The scene is horrific. What do you do?
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. d10+5=7 ; Friday March 24th, 2023 11:18:21 PM 'Get down and give us the horses,' he hears Loryn command the guard. Mortimer doesn't need a horse, he already has a dark steed. The only problem, he hasn't figured out how to summon it from the Realm of Shadow. He knows he's there. On occasion, he can see his steed pacing along side him in the darkness of night. His eyes reflecting in the moonlight.
He allows one of the horses to go to the others. He doesn't need one since he has no trouble out running them. He chooses to speak a few words of power. What few shadows there are around him seem to be drawn up into him. The influence of unlife within him becomes emboldened.
(Mortimer casts False Life and Expeditious Advance (aka Expeditious Retreat). Durations: 5 hours and 5 minutes respectively.)
In a cloud of dust, Mortimer races down the road at the speed of night. (Speed: 60 x4, able to cover almost 2.5 miles in 5 minutes.)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=5 ; Saturday March 25th, 2023 3:46:29 AM
Gnubert finds Torryn in Agratha's garden. Torryn is balancing on a small pile of stones in an arabesque pose. She's a little bit wobbly, but is determinedly doing her best.
(Dance: 17)
Substitute DM Cayzle - Race to Horror Saturday March 25th, 2023 8:31:57 AM
[See DM Post above]
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=11 ; Saturday March 25th, 2023 10:30:53 AM
Torryn will take Gnubert with her. Spot can easily carry them both.
(Ride: 19)
"That looks bad." She told Gnubert unnecessarily, as the grisly scene couldn't be missed. "We can make things easier though; Spot can easily pull that boat out of the surf. can't you, Spot?" Spot was big. She was a seriously heavy, draft horse, built for carrying and pulling heavy loads - not for speed. That didn't bother Torryn. She liked the gentle horse and had no desire to race past Nature's beauty. That being said, it was a most definite canter-gallop that they'd just made the journey to the beach.
She let Gnubert dismount first and then followed to lead Spot towards the disturbing scene.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+9=14 ; d20+9=20 ; Saturday March 25th, 2023 9:19:59 PM
Manolo is shocked from what he sees but still manages to have a quick look at the scene . "What happened here? Spare me no details!", He asks confidently
Perception 20
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+11=31 ; Sunday March 26th, 2023 3:34:17 AM
Gnubert shakes his head at the destruction of life and sets a out looking for survivors. As the dead are removed from the boat the cleric says a prayer over each, and attempts to identify the injuries (Heal DC 31)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+11=23 ; Monday March 27th, 2023 9:33:31 AM
Mole is surprised at what he see. He begins to look at the gruesome scene trying to discern what happened to the bodies.
Heal DC23
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 d20+7=19 ; Monday March 27th, 2023 10:28:05 AM
Drack arrives at the gruesome scene, immediately ties up his horse, and moves to get on the boat and help with the body removal. While on scene, Drack tries to take everything in, from inside and outside the boat, for clues of what happened besides a gruesome slaughter.(perception 19)
If any of the guard are on scene, Drack says "Where is the survivor? is someone with them? we will need answers from the only witness. They should be under the watch of the guard."
Torryn and Spot will help pull the boat out of the water, so that the ease of access to the deceased is much improved.
(Obviously Spot did all the work, Torryn just provided encouragement)
(Will save: 29 to be able to look at the grisly scene. Success permits her to study the scene for additional clues as to what transpired. Perception: 29! - Natural 20, no less)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Monday March 27th, 2023 1:18:21 PM
If someone has a spot for him and Lorryn to ride, he'll take it. Otherwise he walks with her to the site.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Monday March 27th, 2023 1:18:23 PM
If someone has a spot for him and Lorryn to ride, he'll take it. Otherwise he walks with her to the site.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday March 27th, 2023 2:09:59 PM
Loryn walks back to town, suggesting to Ash to take one of the Windguard's horses to get back a bit faster.
Loryn lets the others handle the boat and the bodies. He couldn't do much to assist with either, but he was interested in getting the lone survivor, the gnome elsewhere. No need to hang around the site of such trauma.
Minerva's boarding house and in particular the couch by the fire is where Loryn takes the gnome to talk. Anyone not actively engaged with the boat or examination thereof is welcome to join him. "Let's get somewhere a bit more comfortable and out of everyone elses way eh?" Walking over he introduces himself and, as a general whole, the others.
Once inside, Loryn fetches a drink, some bread and fruit and sits down to hear what the gnome can tell him of how he came to be on the boat on the beach
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Monday March 27th, 2023 5:24:20 PM
(Drack has a horse, and would have taken it with him to the barn raising.)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+9=14 ; d20+9=16 ; Monday March 27th, 2023 8:40:21 PM
Manolo keeps an eye on the survivor as well....trying to her any conversations as well.
Perception 16
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. d20+12=25 ; Monday March 27th, 2023 9:47:01 PM
When Mortimer arrives at the bloody strand, his eyes go wide as he skids to a stop. Red has always been his most vibrant of colors and the sight of dazzles him. It almost seems to pulsate as it saturates all that are slathered in it. Time almost seems to stop as he languidly licks his bottom lip. His eyes roll back into his head and the young sorcerer finds himself in the dark and alone, or so he thought. A whisper in his ear breaks the silence.
"Do not succumb to appetites that are not your own. Find strength and solace in frustrating those desires they force upon you. Leave them wanting as they writhe and languid torment."
Mortimer knows this voice. He turns around to face his matron, Lady Agrippina Margrave.
The sudden rush of crashing waves against the shore and urgent cries for help wakes Mortimer back to the horrors of the bloody scene. He looks left and right to assess the situation. Citizens and guardsmen seem to have the situation currently under some semblance of control. Before he can act, he hears Loryn leading the lone survivor away from the scene of the crime.
Loryn, maybe ya should 'ave Drack or Toryn give the guy a look over, yeah! May be wounded, he is!"
(Bluff Check: 25, to Convey a Secret Message to Loryn. SUCCESS!)
(Secret message to Loryn: "We don't know him. Drack or Toryn should see if he's evil. He could be a killer!")
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Tuesday March 28th, 2023 5:13:24 AM
Drack continues to assist until asked to do something else
Substitute DM Cayzle - Gnome Alone Tuesday March 28th, 2023 10:16:42 AM
Drack springs into action, lifting the bodies out of the boat and onto the beach.
Torryn’s Spot carry her and Gnubert. She ans Spot make sure the boat is dragged up past the high water line.
Manolo is shocked at the scene, but has the presence of mind to ask witnesses what happened. A couple townsfolk were present for the whole thing. The boat was PUSHED ashore by swimmers! Humanoids! They pushed the boat to the shallows and then shouted something in their own language. One of them spat on the bodies in the boat, and then they all swam off out into the bay.
Gnubert looks for survivors and discovers that one victim is unconscious and near death, but not yet dead! This is the gnome that the Windguard had mentioned. He looks stable. As he prays, Gnubert sees that the victims were killed by stabbing weapons.
Mole notices that the stab wounds form patterns, of two or three stab wounds close together, always the same distance apart.
Drack calls for the survivor to be protected.
Loryn sees that the gnome is unconscious, but stable. He urges his friends and the townsfolk to being the sole survivor to a place that is sheltered from the elements. Soon you are all under roof with the gnome, still unconscious, laid out on Minerva's couch.
Mortimer worries that the gnome is a treacher, and urges his friends subtly to be cautious, and to find out more.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 d20+4=21 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2023 10:40:21 AM
When Ash finally gets to the crash site, he'll move right into action and start helping drag any bodies off the boat. He'll scan around for the water, seeing if anything sticks out.
Perception 21
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday March 28th, 2023 10:55:24 AM
Once under the same roof as Loryn and the survivor, Torryn remembered to check for the presence of evil. She was getting better at remembering such things and attributed that to Drack's very organised and methodical influence. That done and subject to no concerns being raised, she will offer to administer such healing as she possessed, but in so doing cast her eyes to Drack. He was a better healer than her. Sacred Dancers were - well, just sacred dancers. They weren't full-blown, almighty paladins. Of course, most paladins couldn't dance - not like a sacred dancer; so it was, she felt, a reasonable trade off.
(OOC: Torryn expects Drack to also check for evil. She will defer to him in matters of healing.)
"You think that they upset the fish people?" She asked quietly. "Those wounds did seem kind of 'tridenty', don't you think?"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 2d6=12 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2023 12:00:19 PM
Drack catches that Torry is detecting evil, and waits for her to advise. He will add to her healing with a lay hands for 12hp.
"Yeah Torry, they look like tridents to me unless he was stabbed multiple times. Someone well versed in healing could probably tell us what weapon caused this. From the sounds of it, the sailors and the fish people had a disagreement. I would guess that the fish people brought the boat back as a warning."
"Depending on what he says, we may be going sailing to either broker a peace accord, or solve the problem. Either way.. We're gonna need a bigger boat."
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+13=29 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2023 2:36:20 PM
Loryn wrinkles his large nose as Mortimer, "He ain't so bad as not to stand a carry to a place more comfortable. Bluff check 29 Secret Message back- You worry too much.
Gnubert and Mole knew the most about healing and wounds, but what the others were saying made sense to him. Torrynashkabbeth and Drack knew the most about weapons and so their guess was good enough for him.
"Sailing and swimming again huh? You still got that leather Drack. Probably going to want to not dress like an anchor."
Loryn is happy to wait for the gnome to wake and while doing so have a conversation with everyone else. "Assuming he stays under for a bit, lets get a bit more from those who were on shore. swimmers is not the best description. Perhaps we could get more detail."
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 3d6=11 ; d20+12=16 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2023 4:50:03 PM
Gnubert prays and reaches out with his holy symbol to heal the gnome (11 points of healing to everyone around the cleric). Gnubert checks over the survivor carefully to determine if there is anything else ailing the gnome (Healing DC 16). "All I can determine is he, and his companions, were stabbed. I do not know what the weapon was, nor why."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+9=14 ; d20+5=15 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2023 8:11:03 PM
Manolo tries to swim after the humanoids but instantly gives up as he wasn't prepared to swim with his clothes and he was not going to risk it now. He tell the others what heard from the eye witnesses. Swim 15
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Tuesday March 28th, 2023 10:14:13 PM
Mole notices the wounds. He points out the pattern. "The wounds look like they were caused by a pitchfork-like weapon."
The talk of a boat does not sit well with the dwarf. "Why a boat?!"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. d20+1=17 ; d20=7 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2023 10:34:19 PM
Mortimer acquaints himself with the dead, not knowing what else to do. The dead no longer have any troubles, not in this realm anyway. He gives them all a look over, taking in account their age, size, race, manner of dress, etc. He looks over their features. Do they appear they belong in a boat out at sea or are they a fish out of water? He wonders if he recognizes any of them. (Knowledge [Local]: 17)
"Why have the lot of ya come ta be left on my beach," he asks no one in particular. Though any one of them are more than welcome to answer this question. "Why 'ave the fish folk bring ya here? Why not keep ya? I know for a fact, there are those that have a taste for ..." he immediately falls silent not wanting to finish that thought out loud. "Why go through the trouble of draggin' ya here?" That is a good question ... why bring them back? Was this a threat or compassion in returning the dead?
(Sense Motive: 7)
Substitute DM Cayzle - Gnome Story Tuesday March 28th, 2023 11:33:43 PM
Torryn and Drack detect evil and offer curing. There is none of the former, thank goodness, and after the latter, the gnome wakes up.
Torryn cleverly concludes that the wounds were caused by tridents! She suspects “fish people.”
Drack agrees and further concludes that the boat was returned as a warning.
Loryn reassures Mortimer -- the lack of evil may do the same.
Gnubert helps restore the gnome to perfect health. Well, perfect physical health. The fellow still seems a little more than somewhat shaken.
Manolo considers swimming, but the humanoids -- maybe fish people -- are long gone. He shares what he heard from the people on the scene.
Mole does not much care for this talk of going out on a boat.
Looking over the dead, Mortimer, sees that some are sailors, but two have the look of wealthy merchants. However, any wealth that remains has been despoiled. He concludes that this is the longboat from a larger vessel.
The gnome survivor is very excitable and also in a bit of shock. His name is Fifebriess Wander, and he was the junior merchant partner of three merchants owning a trading schooner, The Loyal Wolf. He comes from Thistleport. His two trading partners were slain by sahuagin. His ship was headed to Plateau City from Thistleport to meet with a trading company there to finalize a long term trading arrangement. The gnome survived by hiding in the food locker with his invisibility ring, but stray tridents got him.
All the wealth of the merchants is gone, aside from what Fifebriess has in his pockets, and the schooner and all that it had of value has been stolen beneath the waves.
The elders of the town council show up at about this time to hear what is going on.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Wednesday March 29th, 2023 7:25:35 AM
“Yeah Loryn, I still have the leather. But this time, if I go swimming, we all go swimming. These creatures of the deep could be thousands strong. We will not necessarily know what we face so we will need to have magic for underwater combat.”
Drack listens to the Gnomes story, and the first thing that hits him is that this thankfully might have nothing to do with this town.
“Can any of your alls magic find out what the water people said when they pushed the boat ashore? That would probably tell us a lot about their intentions.”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Wednesday March 29th, 2023 7:33:22 AM
Torryn wasn't going to be doing any explaining to town elders. This was mainly due to the fact that she didn't really have an explanation for them. Some Salty Fish People attacked a ship and did lots of stabbing. Why? She had no idea. That was likely important. From what little she knew -and that really wasn't much - no more than anyone else really; the fish people weren't the nicest and most tolerant of individuals, but they did tend to stick to their own domain. Were raids of merchants vessels common? She had no idea. She was no sailor and her swim was next to non-existent. Swimming took a lot of effort and she simply didn't have the muscles for it - or the technique. Agratha had assured her that she could be competent for practice, but there was so much to practice, she'd never quite got around to the swimming part.
(LoH 1/5 used.)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday March 29th, 2023 11:39:58 AM
Loryn listens and sympathizes with Fifebriess Wander. It must have been truly terrifying and he gives the man a pat on the leg. "Take a moment and enjoy the fire cousin." Loryn refills his glass with non fermented grape juice.
A head throw asks the group to withdraw to talk.
Loryn is about to comment on the fighting of thousands of Sahauguin when the knock at the door stops him. "2 guesses" as he walks over and opens the door
Loryn waves them in and points towards the kitchen, "Let's take this in there and give him some space for now at least." Not expecting any resistance, Loryn heads into the kitchen and gives a quick recap. "Which means the swimmers that brought in the longboat were not the perpetrators of the attack."
Also means this is not something we should mess with thinks the gnome
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+9=14 ; Wednesday March 29th, 2023 7:20:23 PM
Manolo keeps quiet for now....
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. d20+1=13 ; d20+6=18 ; Wednesday March 29th, 2023 9:09:18 PM
Mortimer concentrates on the two wealth merchants (ooc: Are they gnomes as well?). The sailors were in their logical place. However these two were obvious passengers. He can tell they've been stripped of valuables. The tan lines where rings were once worn was evidence enough. He carefully checks their pockets for items that would identify them. He looks to see if their boots were still worn. Why would fish folk know about footwear and all their various utilities; such as hiding places? He will remove their boots and check inside. (Perception: 13)
If there are any locals standing around him, he asks, "Please go inform Priestess Noma that we 'ave several guests in need of caskets. She will know what ta do."(Diplomacy: 18)
Mortimer then strolls over to the water's edge. His hands are bloodied. The sweet scent causes his nostrils to flare. The temptation was almost unbearable, but the words of his matron had given him strength. Mortimer takes up the shepherd's staff with this flock of bellwethers. His bloodline was meant to serve him, not to be a steward to their woldly delights. He can feel their torment as he washes the fresh blood from his hands.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Wednesday March 29th, 2023 10:24:08 PM
Gnubert sits with Fifebriess hoping the closeness helps restore his addled wits. The cleric says little, trying to not press for information.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Thursday March 30th, 2023 1:43:01 AM
"Don't think there's much we can do." He says. "I'm not getting into a water battle with fish folk, and we can't be on every ship that travels through these waters."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Thursday March 30th, 2023 10:15:41 AM
Ash continues doing what hes doing. (Did he notice anything last round?)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday March 30th, 2023 1:01:10 PM OOC @ Stephen F...i think the gnome is the sole survivor. his 2 merchant partners were killed
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Thursday March 30th, 2023 4:08:41 PM
(occ: Dan, yes I know. I was just wondering if the two dead merchants were also gnomes? )
Substitute DM Cayzle - Gnome Story Thursday March 30th, 2023 4:55:39 PM
In light of recent information, Drack worries and starts to plan for an underwater fight. Maybe this is not related to the town? If only there were some way to find out what the fish people had said.
Torryn seems to want nothing to do with this mess. She does not want to talk to the council, does not want to go swimming, and does not know what the nuances of the situation are!
Loryn comforts the gnome survivor and urges him to rest. He wonders if the fish people were even involved. Were they delivering a warning or just helping return the dead and dying to the land? He too wonders if this is a situation into which the party should be intruding.
Manolo keeps his own council.
Mortimer looks over the dead merchants. One is a gnome, another is a human. He searches the bodies and their footwear (which, indeed, were not taken), and finds that the human had secreted a signet ring away on his person. Mortimer also makes arrangements for the dead.
Gnubert also sits and offers company to Fifebriess. He is starting to grow calmer. He speaks softly to Gnubert. “Strangest things I ever saw. Looked like devils! Very scaly. Gross! Greenish-gray humanoid, both arms and feet were webbed claws. Pointed teeth that were very sharp. They carried tridents and barbed nets.” He shudders. The elders hang on his every word.
Mole joins the growing consensus, teling his friends that he wants nothing to do with a water fight.
Ash has been searching the shore and the boat. He sees the blood in the bottom of the boat, and he sees a bloody footprint on the rim of the ship, made as a sahuagin departed. It seems clear to him that the sahuagin not only sank the merchant vessel, but killed most of the people on this lifeboat, and raided the dead.
The town council asks to meet with you all, giving Fifebriess some privacy. Captain Bearclaw is worried and says he has heard of monsters like this attacking the town in the past.
Torryn was still far from sure what they could do about that. Mostly though, it didn't make sense. Why would the "Sour Whey Gin" Fish people want to attack the land people? Surely that was a suicide mission for them. Just as the land people would find to their cost if they sought to attack them in their watery domain. Taking a ship was one thing. It was at sea and thus at their mercy, but to come on land - well, that was quite another matter entirely.
"Is there any precedence for suspecting a land attack is imminent?" She asked tentatively. If there was such a precedent then precautions could be taken such that here'd be an evident deterrent. prevention was, it was said, better than cure.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+9=14 ; Thursday March 30th, 2023 7:05:59 PM
Manolo will attend the council as well...he says to Mole "We might need to fight them in the water unless you have smart idea how to lure them to the shore...and besides if we don't deal with them now...". he says and ponders about something..... "If we don't deal with them, there won't be any goods or merchants coming here...", he says after thinking.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Thursday March 30th, 2023 11:13:20 PM
Gnubert places his hand around Fifebriess shoulders, and gives him a hug. The cleric takes a moment and catches Loryn's eye, and whispers he said, "Looked like devils! Very scaly. Gross! Greenish-gray humanoid, both arms and feet were webbed claws. Pointed teeth that were very sharp. They carried tridents and barbed nets.” Gnubert stretches his legs by walking around the room, and comes back to Loryn, "we need to find a way to help prevent this from happening again. I cannot imagine what he has been through."
When requested to meet the council Gnubert pats Fifebriess on the shoulder, "We will be back shortly. You are safe here." Gnubert then walks with the others to the council chambers.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Friday March 31st, 2023 7:07:06 AM
Drack will follow along with the others, but doesn’t have much to add besides what the rest of the group already knows.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday March 31st, 2023 7:14:04 AM
Loryn nods to Gnubert, that matched some of the stories he has heard and one of the many reasons he was a gnome that was perfectly happy on the good dry dry land.
at the meeting with Pheandra, Loryn gives a non-committal shrug, "And if they show up looking for trouble, we'll give them plenty."
Otherwise the gnome was not convinced the small band should do a thing. When Fifebriess was recovered there may be more, but running out to sea looking for death was not on his weeks list of things to do.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Friday March 31st, 2023 9:05:36 PM
Ash relays anything he found out to the others. When the time comes he heads with the others to the meeting, hoping to find out more about these creatures.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Friday March 31st, 2023 9:19:34 PM
Mole looks at Manolo. "I'm not fighting in the water. It'd be suicide for all of us. Most of you can barely swim and some can't swim at all. Use your head."
With talk of attack on the town, Mole feels something needs to be made clear to these kids. "Before all of you kids get caught up in the excitement of battle with these sea creatures, you need to understand we can support the guard, but there is no way this group can be responsible for the town's defense. Don't volunteer our services for things we have no experience doing." He says in his father-like tone.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Friday March 31st, 2023 9:54:16 PM
Once the dead are boxed away and the beach secured, Mortimer will stroll back to the residence where he assumes the rest are keeping themselves occupied ... and maybe someone had started dinner.
Along the way, he takes the signet ring from his pocket, the one he found in the dead merchant's boot. He scrutinizes it's design and details. He'll even attempt to check it for magical auras, via Detect Magic. He will try and read any inscriptions or runes (common, draconic and high woldian). Does he recognize any family crests? (Knowledge [Local]: 6)
Once he arrives, he places the ring he found on the table for everyone to see. "Your harbinger of the ring as arrived." He'll then report all he's learned about it.
Mortimer studies the signet ring he found on the dead merchant. It is not magic, and it is just what it seems -- a way for a merchant to put his mark on contracts and letters, impressed in wax, to serve as a sign for his trading house. If it means anything, it confirms Fifebriess’s tale. It is worth maybe 100 gp.
Gnubert comforts the gnome with a hug and whispers to his fellow party member, and the gnome victim overhears. “Yes, you know, I like to draw. Let me show you!” Fifebriess makes a quick sketch, here.
Ash is curious about these monsters, and he studies the sketch intently.
Drack follows everybody to the council meeting, but he has little to add.
At the meeting, Torryn tries to understand why the sea folk would invade the land, or vice versa. The difficulties inherent in traversing alien terrain would seem to make that kind of attack doomed from the start.
Bearclaw explains that the sahuagin have attacked in the past as raiders, not conquerors. They come ashore to pillage and steal. They especially prize wrought metals that are not easy to make or maintain underwater.
“The best deterrent is to remind them that we are not pushovers. They are bullies, and if you give them a bloody nose every generation or so, it warns them off, well enough.”
Manolo listens and whispers to Mole that it may be wise to fight them just to secure the safety of travellers and merchants coming in over the waves.
Loryn firmly agrees that repelling raiders is the right thing to do, but privately, he is far from sure that taking the fight under the waves is a good option.
Mole has even greater reservations than Loryn, and he does not think that an underwater fight is even possible.
Despite the party’s mostly unvoiced hesitance, the council elders quickly come to a consensus, and they ask the party to deliver what Bearclaw has described as “a bloody nose” to the sahuagin.
“Now, I know it seems scary to contemplate going under the waves,” the veteran says, “but we’ve got a ring of water breathing for each of ya, saved in our vault for this purpose, that we can lend to you.”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Saturday April 1st, 2023 5:26:46 AM
Well, that wasn't good. What was Spot going to do? They generally didn't make water-breathing rings for horses; at least, she'd never heard of such. Then there was the actual difficulty of moving in the water. She couldn't even swim properly! How was she supposed to move around? Not drowning was all well good. It certainly wasn't on her To Do list, but it struck her that this venture had been given very little, if any, serious thought thus far. However, she very much doubted that she would be alone in coming to these conclusions. Drack was supremely practical and Loryn was perspicacious. Then there was Gnubert - full of common sense. In fact she was quite certain that every other member of their group was smarter than was she.
Yet,"Won't the water ruin my bowstring?" was all she could think to say. The bow was magical however, so perhaps that would protect it. Oh, but then would it still be able to make the arrows ignite? She had no idea, but again, it was magical; so perhaps the magic would still work underwater.
Torryn stood there looking decidedly confused as she glanced from one of her friends to the other.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Saturday April 1st, 2023 10:40:53 AM
Mole looks at the Elders with suspicion. He felt this plan would only antagonize the fishfolk and not have the intended result. Even with the rings, he feels it's a fools errand.
Mole stands and looks to the others. "I've said my piece. Decide what you want. I'll go by your decision." As he heads towards the door, he says "Look for me in the tavern." Mole leaves the meeting.
Mole leaves. As he heads to the tavern, he looks at the people scurrying through the streets. Adventurers, ha. I can see why they are viewed the way they are. Nothing but a stick poking a hornet's nest.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Saturday April 1st, 2023 11:16:34 AM
Mortimer just starts chuckling when he hears this absolutely ridiculous, crazy, insane proposal.
"Let me see if I got this straight. Ya want us to strip down to our underpants and jump into the drink, yeah. So you want us to just bob there in the water, unable ta see or move worth a hoot, all nice and helpless-like. Poor Mole there would simply sink like a stone! Then all the fish folk can come and take turns murderin' us at their leisure. Good thing we 'aves those water breathin' rings to prolong our sufferin'. Am I right?"
He looks on in disbelief at this insane proposal by a so-called veteran. Mortimer adds, "I think I speak for all us when I say ... NO, No, no way in bloody 'ells are we gonna be fed to the fish! What's Plan B?"
Torryn was very pleased to hear her own reservations voiced more openly by Mole and Mortimer. She was of half a mind to join Mole at the tavern - except that she didn't really drink and felt too embarrassed to simply walk out. Dwarves could do that. She couldn't. She looked around, hoping that the others would agree with Mortimer and that there was indeed a Plan B.
"I agree with Morty." She said, emboldened by his words and trying to emulate the strength of character that Mole had so impressively displayed.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+9=14 ; d20=7 ; Saturday April 1st, 2023 7:53:02 PM
Manolo is surprised by the proposal. He also feels ashamed that he didn't think about everything like Mole, Loryn and the others. He scratches his head feeling stupified by the proposal and plan.
He simply says "Unless you have a real plan how we can fight this underwater things we will have to think about this", he says in between everyone "Don't you know someone that can help us and give advice how to fight underwater against things we don't know.... especially when they keep coming once in a while!?", He says/asks towards the end. Local knowledge 15 (d20+8)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Sunday April 2nd, 2023 8:59:15 PM
Gnubert looks over the sketch, ans shudders a bit, [i]"nasty buggers. Well whether we fight them on the land, or in the sea the Gods will be on our side."[/b] The cleric mutters to himself as he listens to the others.
The cleric hears the reluctance in his friends voices, and perhaps a little fear. The cleric stands before the group, and takes a breath, "Perhaps, this will be difficult, perhaps we may get injured, or worse. However, if we are the heroes of this town, this hamlet then it is our responsibility to protect these folks and those who pass through peacefully. Looking for reasons we may fail will provide answers as to what gear, items, or spells we need but it will also soften our resolve and make it easier to look for reasons why we can't possibly succeed. The Gods will help us succeed, all we need to do is believe, after all faith is power!"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Monday April 3rd, 2023 8:13:09 AM
Drack says nothing as his friends succinctly express his reservations. Once Gnubert speaks, he chimes in. “Breathing underwater is one thing. Swinging a sword or casting a spell is another. On top of that, we would be going to fight a possible underwater war when we don’t even really know why they did what they did. In my opinion, the best course of action is to use our resources to determine why it occurred. That’s all I have to say on the matter presently.”
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Monday April 3rd, 2023 8:13:26 AM
Drack says nothing as his friends succinctly express his reservations. Once Gnubert speaks, he chimes in. “Breathing underwater is one thing. Swinging a sword or casting a spell is another. On top of that, we would be going to fight a possible underwater war when we don’t even really know why they did what they did. In my opinion, the best course of action is to use our resources to determine why it occurred. That’s all I have to say on the matter presently.”
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 d20+8=17 ; Monday April 3rd, 2023 8:14:12 AM
Diplomacy check on his last statement 17
New DM-Ryan: Maybe a drink instead. Monday April 3rd, 2023 11:08:05 AM
Mole has said his pieces and heads to a tavern to await what the other decide.
Mortimer gives a hard pass on the plan.
After much thought Torryn only verbalized concern for her bow before agreeing with Mortimer.
A real plan is demanded by Manolo as well as wanting to speak with the manager, er, someone who has fought underwater.
A more traditional expression of what being a hero to a community is is presented by Gnubert.
While Drack wants to dig into the underlying root of the conflict. {ooc: what were you attempting with that diplomacy roll.}
Bearclaw sees this is not going as expected but some questions when death is on the line make sense.. “As far as fighting underwater you need weapons that stab. A longsword can be driven forward in a stab or a spear. Things you must swing, like a mace, not as useful. Bows are out but specific crossbows work. That is about all I can tell you. A trident works well and we have some of those.” He look at the faces of those left. “Well, I understand. Why not follow your friends to the tavern and I can talk to the others about what to do next.”
Torryn had no problem in following Mole. Her best weapon was her bow and they wanted to take that away - effectively. Gnubert's powerful words about faith were all well and good, but she rather felt it was 'blind' faith: something that would lead to a 'glorious' death. No, for her, there needed to be a LOT more explaining to do before she was venturing off land.
"They do know I can't swim, right?" She asked Spot before turning to her friends. "Anything want a ride to the tavern? Spot doesn't mind - especially if it's Loryn or Gunbert....no offense, guys." She concluded with an impish grin.
Torryn knew she wasn't the cleverest in the group, but even she could clearly see that currently there was no plan at all and even that was badly thought out.
NB: Anything* - should have said Anyone. Apologies.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Monday April 3rd, 2023 3:42:51 PM
"What about magic? I can't be using some of my components, or my words very well. Also, my hands aren't going to move as smoothly underwater. "
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 d20+9=14 ; Monday April 3rd, 2023 6:26:40 PM
Manolo will go to the tavern with the others as well...
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Monday April 3rd, 2023 9:07:35 PM
Mole sits at a table with a drink. At the center of the table are a dozen mugs of ale. A nice frothy head covers the barley goodness hidden beneath.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Monday April 3rd, 2023 9:17:30 PM
Gnubert smiles inwardly as the others express their opinions, and reservations. The cleric accepts Torry's invitation to ride Spot to the tavern, "thank you! It seems to take me longer, and longer to make those steps as the day draws close to its end."
Gnubert walks into the the tavern, and greets the townsfolk with smiles, and handshakes. The cleric finally takes a seat with his friends, and waits for additional information.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. d20+4=12 ; Monday April 3rd, 2023 9:26:09 PM "One thing I wanta make clear ... I'm not against makin' these chippy bastards pay, but we're NOT in the suicide business. First, we know nuthin' bout the size of this fish gang. The facts are this gang sunk a ship and murdered the whole bloody crew! How well are we gonna fair bein' thrown in the water completely starkers? We need ta be clever 'bout this."
Mortimer throws out some ideas and he hopes some of the brainy, clever types can answer.
"I've 'eard of magic that changes ya into another bloke, even these toadie, fish-faced bastards (they are humanoids). Think it's called Alter Self, can be made inta potions, yeah. Will give ya their swimmin' ability!" (Knowledge [Arcana]: 12)
He then thinks a little longer and his eyes go wide. During the festivals, several years ago, a group of gnomes brought a mechanical crab and had it performed for the crowds. The gnomes could operate it from the inside and take it underwater! "What was it called? Uhhh, Apparatus of the Crab! It's pinchers could snip those chum munchers in two!"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Tuesday April 4th, 2023 6:24:42 AM
Drack follows the others to the tavern and sees Mole with a dozen mugs in front of him. He walks over to make sure they aren’t all empty and then grabs a full one. “Thanks Mole. Much appreciated. Everyone seems to be overlooking the basic question of why did they do this? It’s not what they usually do. Did this ship break some sort of long standing peace rule? If we can’t talk to them, is it possible to talk to the boats captain? Not that his corpse will be all that forthcoming.”
DM-Ryan: Friendly Bar Keep Tuesday April 4th, 2023 1:33:39 PM Mole, first to the bar, sets up a dozen nice cold mugs of ale.
Torryn has no problem heading to the tavern and gives Gnubert a ride. She thinks there is more explaining to be done, explaining by who is not so clear.
Ash has concerns about being able to cast spells underwater.
Manolo heads off to the tavern.
Mortimer starts brainstorming ideas of potions and even mentions a magical vehicle he had heard of.
Drack wants to explore the motivation behind the attack.
As you talk the tavern keeper approaches, looking uncomfortable. “Begging your pardon but I have to ask if it was really those fish folk causing trouble. You know this isn’t the first time, I lost my grandad to them when I was a little one. Terrible they come cause issues again. Well you lot know how to handle things I am sure. Next round is on me.”
"that is very kind of you." Torryn thanked him. "If you could tell us how it happened, that might help us a great deal." Drack's point was a good one, but really, it was merely another part of the puzzle that they now faced. They needed information and lots of it. Just to slap on a ring and charge off into the waves, was not sensible.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Tuesday April 4th, 2023 3:07:49 PM
Mortimer looks up from his drink and acknowledges the bar keep, "Yeah, I recall those stories. Those chum munchers raided the fairgrounds to steal the Sentinel Head." He looks to his friends and adds, "I told ya all that back durin' the festival. At the retelling of the old stories; they left that part out though. Remember?"
(ooc: I made a Knowledge [Local] skill check back on Feb 3rd, so Im reusing it again :)
Mortimer turns back to the bar keep and asks kindly, "What of the old stories do ya know? Maybe ya can fill in some missin' gaps."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; Tuesday April 4th, 2023 9:34:49 PM
Manolo joins Mort at the table and asks afterwards. "Anyone else that was alive at that time that you know?", He asks.
Local knowledge 18
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Tuesday April 4th, 2023 10:39:56 PM
Ash sips his ale while the innkeeper talks. He nods ti the man and thanks him .
"If we do something, it has to be big enough to make them think twice about another attack."
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+11=23 ; Tuesday April 4th, 2023 11:54:42 PM
Mole sits at the tavern drinking his ale. Hearing Drack's question, he thinks about the sea devils. He hadn't put much thought into it before because the request seemed too outrageous to consider.
Knowledge (nature) DC23
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday April 5th, 2023 9:10:14 AM
Loryn has been quiet. This was a lot, and well it was a lot of if maybe and we're scared as far as the gnome thought about it. The merchant ship was not just off shore right? and frankly the Wold was a dangerous place. Things getting pokey every 40 years or so did not make it seem to be a good idea to head out and see if Windhorne could spearhead a war.
"A Merchant ship form elsewhere got attacked out at sea. I still see the best solution is to get him safely home so that the peoples actually wronged can decide what they want to do. What if there was some treaty that sure the fish nation has broken, but we are not the ones to counter with a declaration of war because of it. Water, blah blah blah. The rings and would render most of anything a moot point and we would obviously conduct a confirming test before heading deep. That does not bother nor certainly scare me. Want to be safe, be a farmer on the upper plateau."
Loryn pours a rare midday drink for himself and sits back in the chair with a mumble, "Humans are far to reactionary and rash."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Wednesday April 5th, 2023 9:22:24 AM
Drack says little until he finishes digesting what has been said, and what occurred. "I agree with you Loryn. Let's see what the council decides. If we get pulled into this, I will not be a fan. So far, they have not come ashore. My last basic question still stands. Why??. If we do need this to come to blows, We need to figure out a way to draw them onto dry land where we have an advantage."
"I still think its a good idea to attempt to talk with them first. It would not be out of the realm of possibility that the merchant ship did something that the fish folk took as a horrible affront."
DM-Ryan: Friendly Bar Keep Wednesday April 5th, 2023 12:00:54 PM Torryn thanks the barkeep and asks for more information.
Mortimer fills in some old information for the group (and the GM) and also asks what else might be remembered.
Ash asks if there was anyone else that would have been alive then around.
As they talk Manolo considers the motivation for the attack.
Loryn enjoys a rare midday drink while he opines on the situation. The idea of the water is less of a problem them being in the middle of a war.
Drack wants clarity and is unconvinced since trouble has not come to shore.
Mole recalls a bit about the sea-devils or Sahuagin. They can breathe above and below water and speak little to other races though most speak common. A very aggressive race they are particularly brutal to land dwellers, raiding for supplies and simple bloodshed. Rumors of large groups exist; it is most certainly a small group in the area..
The bartenders thinks for a moment. “Well I was a little fella at the time. People said lots of things, to me it sounds like the stores of orcs though wet I guess. Killing people for food, gold and just plain evil. I will think on who might have been around, my folks are both gone.”
He moves to help another pair but returns. “In his line of work you hear a lot of things. Your honest folks can you keep an eye on things while I get my partner. She is a touch older and honestly tends to pay more attention to the past that I do.”
"Many thanks, that is most helpful and appreciated." Torryn answered with one of her winning smiles. When he'd wandered off she turned her attention back to the table and her friends.
"Honestly, I don't think that ANY of our concerns are misplaced and it strikes me that knowledge and preparation are key if we are to undertake this task. IF it's a small group of raiders, we could - in theory - kill them, but I'd prefer to drive them off. If we can scare them away, they'll tell others not to come near here. Killing them all might invite some kind of retribution and an escalation of events."
She paused to think what all this meant. She wasn't as quick witted as most of the others and had a marked proclivity for impetuosity, so the pause was very much a product of Agratha's training.
"If it can be solved through diplomacy, we'll have to return with a wergild or justice will not be seen to be done. I think that as things stand, we've a lot of options - mainly because we just don't know enough about the situation and what we're dealing with. But, if it's any consolation - my Fey magic doesn't need any material components." It really wasn't much solace, but Torryn beamed as if she'd won first place in a dance competition - again.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Wednesday April 5th, 2023 2:20:07 PM
Gnubert nurses his mug, and listens to the conversation among his friends. The cleric has no idea how they would fight underwater. "What about a decoy? Maybe a ship at anchor as bait?" Gnubert looks over at Torry and smiles, "We could act as the crew with Torry as the captain."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Wednesday April 5th, 2023 2:41:28 PM
Agreeing with Gnubert, Mortimer replies, "Yeah, wonderin' that myself, I was. If we could take a ship back over the same path, we could fish out those bastards; hit'em hard. They'll be emboldened after their first kill ... get greedy."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Wednesday April 5th, 2023 7:24:13 PM
"Lets load up a ship with a bunch of combustables, and we can anchor it. Then from a distance when the sea creatures raid it... we light it ablaze. And KABLAMO!!!!" he exclaims as he slaps his hand down on the table, spilling a little ale.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Thursday April 6th, 2023 3:36:23 AM
"Combusti-what?" Torryn asked, before adding. "Captain? Me? Really?"
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; Thursday April 6th, 2023 8:30:42 AM
" Diplomacy might be out of question", Manolo says out loud, voicing his concerns. " Putting an anchor won't be a good enough of a bait for them....taking the same route as the ship will be a better bait as long as they don't drink the ship".
" Any other ideas or thoughts?", He asks the others while waiting for the bartender to bring someone who might help them.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Thursday April 6th, 2023 9:45:10 AM
"Talking is definitely out of the question. As for a bait ship, we would need crew unless you're sailors. That leaves us protecting the crew and fighting boarders. Not an easy task for this group." He says. "I still say this is not something you can handle, but it seems that the lot of you are determined to do the bidding of the counsel."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Thursday April 6th, 2023 12:37:16 PM
Drack frowns as he simply says. “I don’t like any of this. Neither do any of you. I’m not sure where to go from here. You all call it and I’ll be with you. Either way.”
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday April 6th, 2023 1:45:18 PM
Loryn tilts his head this way and that as the others talk and brainstorm ideas, always a good plan to a gnome. If you don't have multiple ideas, you might not ever have a solution. They didn't have a ship, or access to a ship, nor did any of them know how to navigate or sail a ship. He feels that is therefore, not going to be a viable option. The longboat, sure, but that just puts the group in deep water, looking for a superior water based foe. Loryn did not like that plan either. talking required meeting and thus has all of the earlier problems. It all ended Loryn right back to where he was starting, which he didn't overly like.
He Hmphs aloud and takes another small drink from his mug. " I'm going to have some additional conversations with Fris on what their cargo was, where the attack took place and what were the ports of call for the voyage. They weren't coming here and I still think this is something that the families and countryman of those who lost their lives need to run point on."
With that, Loryn excuses himself to go ask those questions of the surviving gnome merchant
DM-Ryan: Friendly Bar Keep Thursday April 6th, 2023 2:31:57 PM Torryn still has the same concerns and lays them out. Her feeling is still that diplomacy is needed.
Gnubert suggests that they use a ship as a decoy with them as the crew. Torryn is surprised to be nominated as captain.
Mortimer like Gnubert’s plan thinking the sahuagin will get greedy.
Ash, in a very mage moment, wants to blow up the boat with the sahuagin on it.
Manolo thinks that sailing the same basic path as used by the other boat will be the only way to gain attention.
Mole points out the very true fact that you will need a crew of some sort and again points out that he doesn’t think the group can handel this endeavor.
Loryn sees many flaws with the groups current majority plan and excuses himself.
As the party discusses the tavern owner returns with his partner. The woman is probably 15 to 20 years older than her business partner, putting her around seventy five.
“Your the new heroes?” she looks the group up and down “Well good luck to you as you go forward I guess.”
She moves to leave but is stopped by her partner. “Rose, don’t be like that, tell them about the sea-devils. Your the least talkative tavern owner I have ever met.”
“Right. Right. I don’t know everything but I can tell you a few hundred years ago the town was pretty much wiped out by these bastards. I know that something was done about that at the time and there have only been a few raids since then.” She looks at her partner for a second. “Samuel here lost his parents in the most recent, about fifty years back.”
“It was a smaller raid, sounds like they all were after the big one. The sea-devils were driven off and I know some folks, like you lot, went in he water and dealt with it at the time.” She is about to wrap up but stops herself asking a simple question. “Did the council offer you gold or something to prepare?”
"Um...just rings that would permit us to breathe in the water." Torryn told her. It didn't seem all that helpful to her. Spot wasn't going to get a ring. Moving water wasn't easy. If it was easy, people wouldn't drown. So whilst they'd be able to 'not drown', moving - including fighting would be impaired. Dancers needed to move. It was hard to dance if you couldn't move. Everyone knew that.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Thursday April 6th, 2023 11:22:07 PM
Ash really thought he was going to get everyone on board, especially with the table slap. Maybe it was for the better. Instead the mage sips his ale, abs and listens to other pitches.
When the second inn keepers comes over, Ash sits and listens, not having much to add as his brainstorming came up with what he thought was a great plan.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Friday April 7th, 2023 3:57:38 AM
Drack sits and listens to what all the others say, but having already said his peace, he has little to add at the moment.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Friday April 7th, 2023 8:09:22 AM
Gnubert continues listening to the group but is out of viable ideas
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Friday April 7th, 2023 8:09:25 AM
Gnubert continues listening to the group but is out of viable ideas
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday April 7th, 2023 8:33:51 AM
Loryn enters Minerva's, also known as home, and pops into the kitchen to grab some cheese and bread. He made it a pint to have several freshly baked loaves about with a good hard crust. Very satisfying, perhaps some jam, no just oil and grated cheese this time I think Loryn snaps back to why he came home in the first place and tears himself away from his kitchen and heads into the common room.
"Fifebriess? We need to talk." He sets the board of cheese and bread down with the ramacin of oil. "I'd like to know a few things, like where your ship's port of call was. What was your destination? What were you carrying? And perhaps most importantly, why do you think the those that killed everyone, sank the ship then took the time to bring you and the dead in the long boat here?
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Friday April 7th, 2023 11:28:00 AM
(ooc: sorry, I fell asleep way to early last night.)
"Well, we NEED ta ask Grog on how ta do this. We're daft if we go into the water with no armor, spells, decent weapons and not being able to swim ... we're good an done for. Go dig our graves, I should."
Mortimer looks over the magic users of the group and adds, "Sorry, but I 'ave no confidence in you all scrappin' with knives ... on land or underwater."
After he finishes his drink, he then says, "This bein' a seaside hamlet, it shouldn't be too 'ard at findin' a boat. The guard may even 'ave one for patrols."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; Friday April 7th, 2023 11:36:41 AM
"They only offered us rings that help with breathing underwater and a few tridents", Manolo simply says.
DM-Ryan: Friendly Bar Keep - Maps and Art Friday April 7th, 2023 1:27:01 PM Torryn lets Rose know that it was just rings of water breathing while the others don’t communicate. Manolo mentions the tridents as well.
Rose shekels “If I was you I would want to gold to equip myself but I am no adventurer. Pushing the victims to shore sure seems like a warning to me but again, I am no adventurer..” She looks to Samuel. “No more free drinks if we are just waiting to get killed. Maybe its time we retire and move on really. No need to be here for the next massacre.” She shrugs and heads to the back leaving Samuel to stand there and meekly apologize before he moves to keep busy.
Mortimer thinks the group should speak with Grog as he has no confidence in an underwater expedition.
Loryn heads to interrogate the remaining survivor. He rattles off a few questions t Fifebriess.
“Oh my well yes. I work for Oldfoot Transit Authority out of Thisleport, we make sure the docks run smoothly and what not. I don’t really transport things I am more public relations to encourage traders and other towns to use Thisleport as a trading up. We cut travel time by accepting shipments and sending them on to where they need to be on ships going that way.”
He pauses to think for a moment. “I’m the junior member, well I was the junior member I guess. We were going to Plateau City to finalize a trade deal. I’m a people person you see, I work with people. If it wasn’t for my ring making me invisible I would be dead… this is just awful. I can’t go back out on the water for a while I think but you good folks can use the boat for a bit if you need.”
While you talk to Fifebriess, A young man comes and finds you on behalf of the council.. “Someone came by. The council would like to speak with your group in the morning, after breakfast, if possible.”
"You know, Morty - you're right." Torryn told him emphatically. "Except we Sacred dancers don't actually need knives to fight. Still, it's scant consolation when you can't swim. I mean, if it comes to a fight we'll be fighting in three dimensions - not just two. That's okay for me, because - you know - the Sacred dancer thing. We have to have good spatial awareness for tumbling and such, but for everyone else? Well, it's something extra to keep in mind. Firstly though, we really need a LOT more information. We won't be helping anyone if we just rush off blindly to a watery grave - one you won't be digging, Morty. Um...probably because you'll be dead too. And then there's that whole "burial" at sea thing. Not much digging there either, right?" Torryn finally shut up and let the others get a word in.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Friday April 7th, 2023 8:23:05 PM
Gnubert watches Loryn leave and contemplates following for just a minute before turning his attention back to the table. Gnubert arches his eyebrows at the proprietors rough talk, and shakes his head as she walks away. [ b]"I'm going to head to the house, and clean up I think. We are going in circles, and getting no where quick. Perhaps after a night's rest a solution will present itself. Good night my friends."[/b]
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Friday April 7th, 2023 9:36:42 PM
" No arguments from me Mortimer " ashs says as he puts his hands up in defense. " I don't touch martial weapons. If my mind can get me out of the situatiom, I'm as good as dead. "
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Sunday April 9th, 2023 7:26:49 AM
(Monday post)
Drack says nothing to the abrupt and blunt Rose, but when they were advised of the councils request to meet with them in the morning, he simply responds "We will be there."
Following the unpleasant advice from Rose, and the Courier informing them of the meeting with the city council Drack starts making plans on what he would need for an underwater fight. His blade was curved, which didn't do all that well in a stabbing motion, so he would definitely need his short sword, and he would need to swap from his metal armor to leather. What he really needed was something to help him move freely and normally underwater, and he didn't think a potion would cut it. Didn't seem like something you could drink underwater.
"You smart spellcasters have any idea if you can drink a potion underwater, or if a magic item exists that allows free movement that's not a potion?"
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Monday April 10th, 2023 9:08:18 AM
Mole listens to the history of the town's dealings with the sea devils. He still had many concerns, but it appears that the group had no choice in the matter. The group was extremely limited in capability underwater; so, it was quite likely they would sustain losses.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Monday April 10th, 2023 11:27:08 AM
Mortimer answers what little he knows about armor.
"Leather armor is light enough not ta hinder your swimming." Mortimer then pulls is cloak aside and shows off his mithral chain shirt (+1), his pride and joy. "Now it's a bit more pricey, but a mithral chain shirt is also light enough ta swim in without any trouble."
(Armor check penalties apply to your Swim Checks. Leather has a 0 armor check penalty. A mithral chain shirt is probably the best you can get, AC bonus +4, Dex bonus +4 with a 0 armor check penalty.)
DM-Ryan: Friendly Bar Keep - Maps and Art Monday April 10th, 2023 1:16:33 PM Torryn talks about underwater fighting being different then on land and reiterates the need for a lot more information.
Gnubert heads back for a nights rest.
Ash offers no argument to Mortimer.
Drack agrees top meet with the council and wonders about drinking a potion underwater.
Mole still has concerns and fees losses if battles take place underwater.
Mortimer points out that leather armor would be fine in the water as is his fancy chain shirt.
The evening passes and the party wakes up to a crisp clear morning. Once preparations are underway you find the council gathered and they take seats as you come in. Clearly they were in some sort of discussion. {ooc: Feel free to sense motive I am refreshing myself with how to do spoilers, sorry} Looking you over one of the council members speaks.
“We are not sure how to persuade to you take up an endeavor that is clearly not something you want to be involved in. Still, before we look for other means, is there any information we can provide from the collected memories of such issues? What I or the others deem important may not be what you want to know so please, ask what you would like.”
"Persuade?" Torryn blurted. "Honestly, no amount of 'persuasion' is going to get us to needlessly throw our lives away. Do you seriously think, for one moment that just because we won't drown, we are able to tackle the fish people in their own environment? Water is not an easy medium through which to move. Whilst it is supportive - it's not like we're at risk of falling to our deaths - it does impede movement. You recognise this already in that you've offered tridents, but there's a lot more to it than that. PLUS, on top of all that, some of our best advantages are unavailable. Metal armour, material components, my bow - not available. Yet you still want to "persuade" us. Well, you can do so by providing information." Torryn was on a roll and never gave a thought to the council intentions. In fact she was angry; angry that they thought they could simply 'persuade' them to step into an alien environment with practically no knowledge or preparation. Whilst she was undeniably impulsive, she wasn't suicidally so. At least she liked to that was true. Perhaps Agratha would be proud of her now.
"Oh, and you do know that I can't swim?" She added as an afterthought.
None of what she had said though would elicit much in the way of useful information. She sighed.
"Sorry, I'm just frustrated by this whole thing. I'm so ignorant of these matters that I don't even know the right questions to ask." Torryn then looked to her fiends for help. They'd definitely know the right questions to ask.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+6=11 ; Monday April 10th, 2023 5:58:46 PM
Loryn replies to the messenger that the group will be there in the morning. One final evening to put some thoughts together and Loryn starts by sharing what he learned from Fri, the sole survivor.
"This screams Plateau City to me. Their ship, their people, their loss. Obviously Pheandra, her husband and, actually not sure who else, is pretty hot and heavy for us to go be heroes or what not. Feels a bit, 'we're the council and you do what we say' to me. I don't want to drag Grog into this. The old man is retired. Weird enough he went out on that last bit, like having your grandfather watching over your shoulder to make sure you are doing it right."
Loryn nods at Torrynashkabbeth and understands her concerns, he couldn't swim either and would just be walking along the bottom with a big rock. "No Drack, i have no idea how to do that. We sink, we walk. That's what I got, but i also have the idea to turn this over to the WLA of Pateau City and go from there.
At the meeting, Loryn cordially greets everyone and...closes his mouth as Torrynashkebbeth has her say. he whispers to her,
"You don't mind if I rephrase a bit do you?" he provides a warm smile and a pat to her hip. The young woman was full of fire and he really liked her and very much wanted her to know that he was not remotely upset at her for the outburst.
"TIts not a matter of persuasion, its a matter of doing less harm and more good through any action on this. The amount of resources we're gonna burn is pretty staggering as the rings by themselves do not allow for this to likely be successful. Several of us will literally be reduced to walking on the floor of the ocean, possibly holding onto a big rock as weight to stay down and not simply partially float in some oddd turnign orbit. Not sure really how the rings magic take affect in that regard. Perhaps our lungs fill and we lose all air and thus bouy...."
Loryn recognizes his tangent and stops mid word
Apologies, To my point, several of us are members of the WLA and we need to send word to Plateau City WLA on what happened. They can advise and or assign. The ship, crew, passengers, owners and all cargo are citizens of Plateau City. Very much see it as their call. We will be here if any hostile action comes our direction. They brought the boat here, for the first appearance in more than 40 years. Not a sound tactic to a group you are about to raid. I don't have any questions. We should instigate the citizens watch, as we did with the gremlins to assist in keeping watch . this time we have the advantage of knowing where any potential threat is to come from and certainly all of us will keep a eye on the beach head during the sunless hours of night. The rings would be useful incase pursuit becomes necessary. underwater happens for some of us much closer to shore."
the last bit added with a small chuckle and smile
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Diplomacy 11
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20+8=10 ; Monday April 10th, 2023 6:03:57 PM
Manolo tries to guess what they were speaking....or what they have in mind regarding the keepers.
Sense motive 10
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Monday April 10th, 2023 11:27:24 PM
In the night, when the veil between the living and shadow is at its thinnest, Mortimer's sleep becomes his birth in a setting of elsewhere. His soul rises, like in a dream, but not in complete forgetfulness of this realm.
Mortimer finds himself standing at the edge of a shore. Not unlike that of Dragon Bay, but here, the water is dead and perfectly still. This was not what he was expecting. Where is the family in the tavern with a fiery hearth. There was no flame here ... it is cold. A familiar cold. The water is smooth like glass and reflects the world like a mirror. As he looks across the water, he isn't sure where the water ends and the sky begins.
He doesn't feel completely alone, his reflection in the water keeps him company; or is it. His image isn't entirely his own. It's older, withered and more skeletal in appearance. Only a few strands of hair remain, his nose is completely absent and his shriveled lips reveal a menacing set of teeth. The figure tilts its head and looks upon the young sorcerer independently from Mortimer's own movements. It speaks ...
'i can see you now. they hid you from me ... very clever,' it hisses with a low chuckle.
The seemingly undead figure then steps out from the shore and the water freezes under its feet as it walks away. The ice spreads out from him like a sheet, revealing that Mortimer had been, in fact, underwater the entire time.
Mortimer suddenly awakes in the Living Wold, back in the safety of his bed. It was almost sunrise. He had been asleep a lot longer then the time he had spent in his dream. However he becomes aware of new information he hadn't known before.
At breakfast, he explains to his friends that if they could breathe water, they could cast their spells normally underwater.
(ooc: In the core rulebook, Chapter 13 - Environment, on page 432. Section: Spellcasting Underwater, "Casting spells while submerged can be difficult for those who cannot breathe underwater. A creature that cannot breathe water must make a concentration check (DC 15 + spell level) to cast a spell underwater. Creatures that CAN breathe water are unaffected and can cast spells normally. Some spells might function differently underwater, subject to GM discretion.")
During the meeting, he chooses to stay quiet because Loryn had said it quite well on his own and he had nothing to add. He was a bit disturbed by the dead man he saw last night. Mortimer could still hear his words repeating in his head.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Monday April 10th, 2023 11:31:04 PM
"We'll need to stock up on some water breathing potions. Especially us spell casters. " Ash adds to no one in particular.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday April 11th, 2023 3:10:56 AM
"um, Ash, they said they would supply rings for that." Torryn whispered.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Tuesday April 11th, 2023 8:54:41 AM
Gnubert wakes early, much earlier than he planned as he didn't sleep well. The cleric spends the bulk of the early morning praying on the request set before the party. Gnubert cleans his armor, and dons his surcoat binding the sides closed methodically. Gnubert walks to the kitchen, and rummages around until he finds some bread, and cheese.
Gnubert follows the group to the council's offices, and listens to the others. "I prayed for guidance last night, and this morning. None has been received. I have no idea how we should proceed. On one hand there is no doubt we should help the hamlet, on the other, none of us should be expected to rush headlong into a fool's errand. I believe we want to help, but we have no idea how to do so in a way that won't require the payment of our lives." The cleric takes a breath, "Mortimer has assured us spells can be cast underwater which helps part of the group, but does nothing for those who are martially inclined. I am inclined to agree with the idea of reaching out to the WLA for assistance, and the owners of the ship."
DM-Ryan: Friendly Bar Keep - Maps and Art Tuesday April 11th, 2023 10:13:39 AM Mortimer has a vivid and unusual dream that ends up with him being underwater. At breakfast he explains that spell casting underwater would be just fine thanks to the rings.
Ash brings up water breathing potions at breakfast but Torryn reminds him that they would have rings on loan.
Manolo catches snippets of conversation as the group joins the council but not enough to determine the mood.
Torryn says her piece, upset with the idea of persuasion and expressing her frustration. She wants more information but again fails to ask what information she would like. Eventually she admits she doesn’t know the right questions to ask.
Loryn again thinks this should fall to Plateau City. He worries that several would be reduced to walking or holding a rock to sink to the bottom. Sending word to the WLA in Plateau City and setting up a watch are high on his list.
Gnubert acknowledges that they want to help and knowing the can cast spells underwater makes things better. Still he has no idea how to accomplish this in a way that will not cost some lives.
Captain Bearclaw hold up a hand. “No one wants lives lost and it is understandable scary to go into a hostile environment like the water. When I was young my mother once told me that a fear of open water was irrational. To me it is more than rational, it is natural to be afraid of any environment that can, by itself, cause death. The rings will help but there is more that can be done.” He turns to the council nodding for them to speak.
One rises and pulls out a wand and gestures to a chest in the corner.. “We had gathered some gold, a quite large amount actually, due to the threat to the area this poses. Yes we could wait for others but the gods often ruin a plan like that.”
He holds the want out. “I am told this wand allows people to move freely in any environment. It holds sixteen charges each of which should last more than an hour. I am sure there are other items available and for that the chest contains 13,280gp to be split among you for purchases should you decide local intervention is possible.”
“You can tell by the sum that we consider this an existential threat to the community. The Windguard are watching the shore but beyond that no one knows what the situation is.”
Captain Bearclaw wraps up. “I understand that issues but someone at least needs to get a feel for what is happening. Clearly if it is not you we will find others but, personally, I would rather our resources go to you all. I am sure you have other questions.”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday April 11th, 2023 10:50:03 AM
There was much to think on and Torryn's mind was a whirl with speculation. She aired her thoughts to her friends in case she overlooked something important, which was, in her estimation, more than likely.
"So, with the rings we won't drown. With the wand we can move freely - as if on land, more or less, for an hour. Now, if I remember aright, a potion of swimming would aid a person for a similar length of time and are actually one of the easier potions to make; so aren't that expensive." She cast a quick eye towards the coffer.
"To me, it seems we need to know how many and how close to shore these fish-people are. With what's on offer and can be obtained at the Catacombs, we should be able to scout that information - without dying. That's because we can't go much further than a mile out to sea. I'm thinking that it may be possible to ascertain the level of threat and then determine whether it's something we can handle or not. The elders ARE being generous - but then, they're not the ones getting wet. Whatever, it's not fair for me to decide, because I think that I'm the least impacted by going underwater - apart from the whole "not swimming" thing. I mean: I don't wear armour and can still cast my Fey Magic.. We Sacred Dancers are pretty versatile like that."
OOC*Based on an average swimming speed of 1 mile/hour - which I can do! I checked and Elixir of Swimming costs just 150. They last an hour; so 2 will get us there and back AND we'll still have some money to bolster attack/defence abilities.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 d20+4=21 ; Tuesday April 11th, 2023 11:58:30 AM
(Sense motive 21 on the councils mood/intentions)
Drack will respond to the council, having stayed quiet so far. He thought Loryn and Torry covered the situation quite well.
"So it appears you would like us to investigate why this happened, and see if a resolution can be had before turning to a fight if that is inevitable? That sounds like a better idea than giving them a punch in the nose when they actually did nothing to this town or it's people. The rings, the wand, and enough money to supply ourselves for such an endeavor removes most of my hesitancy. If Loryn makes the call to do it, I'm in."
"Loryn, one thing we would definitely need is a way to communicate with them, or at least understand what they are saying. At least one of us anyway."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; Tuesday April 11th, 2023 7:54:49 PM
Manolo already voiced his concerns so keeps quiet.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Tuesday April 11th, 2023 10:06:41 PM
Mole has no comments to add to the situation. He was sent by his god to assist and as such he will lend his wisdom to them, but in the end it is their decision to make.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Tuesday April 11th, 2023 11:02:42 PM
"Ah... right Torryn. Sorry, brains are scrambled and going a million miles an hour. Potions make sense too Like you said. " Ash agrees.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Tuesday April 11th, 2023 11:39:06 PM
Mortimer listens as Drack talks about reasoning with literal cold-blooded killers. There will be blood, that's for sure, he thinks.
He nearly fell out of his chair when they revealed the amount of coin that was in the chest. He does his best to appear that he's been here before by maintaining the perfect balance of showing interest and concern with an equal measure of nonchalance.
"Glad, I am, that we all appreciate the severity of this grim state of affairs, yeah. Thanks for your 'elp. Finish this nice and proper, we will."
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+9=21 ; Wednesday April 12th, 2023 9:03:55 AM
Loryn stifles a chuckle and shakes his head. An existential threat to the community? The clans of the Red Hills hills pose more of an immediate threat then creatures of the deep. Irrational fear indeed. Loryn glances at the dwarf and then his fellow gnome. The others had all but agreed and, Loryn. Drack speaking to him snaps his mind from its wanderings.
Communicate Drack? Could get expensive, the spell would last less then an hour, so we need multiple uses. He looks over to Mortimer and the darker expression crossing his face. We can speak in details back at Minerva's" Know Arcana 21
Loryn addresses Pheandra and the others directly now, "A message needs to be sent to Plateau City. Our investigation could very well put other merchant ships in danger and cost Plateau City citizens their lives and livelihood and they need to know.. Please draft and sign the communique and get that sent. We should be prepared to investigate the issue in 2 days." Loryn ends with a nod and steps back assuming the next step be for the council to say thank you and indicate the party to leave.
Loryn exits the chamber and keeps his mouth very purposefully shut. None of his concerns have or may even be addressed, but the humans were scared and when scared, they make quick decisions. Consequences would follow and they would react again. The gnome was beginning to suspect why Windhorn Hamlet seemed to cycle 'bad times', short term perspective.
Back at Minerva's and in his happy place, the kitchen, Loryn puts together lunch and relaxes.
After acquiring the last few things we think we need, namely the ability to swim and communicate, I believe our move is to take the longboat about 1 mile out. Drop anchor and us, and see what we can see. Speaking of which, we'll need stronger and more near permanent light"
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Wednesday April 12th, 2023 9:37:31 AM
Gnubert tries not to be shocked at the amount of funds available to the party to assist in them. The gnome bows slightly when the group leaves and heads back to Minerva's, "Thank you for your assistance. We will get an answer back to you as quickly as possible."
Gnubert settles into a comfortable chair at the boarding house. The cleric looks over at the others, "I guess we should make a checklist of sorts. We know we can cast spells, heal, and with the funds provided breathe and fight underwater with the exception of thrown, and ranged weapons. I can also cast Waterbreathing 2 times daily, although that is all of my highest level spells for the day." The cleric sips his tea, and continues, " The next problem I see is more operational, rather than logistical. Once we enter the water are we dropping to the seabed, and moving forward? Or do we move forward in between the surface, and seabed leaving us open from below, above, forwards, and backwards. Additionally, without ranged support everything will be within melee range, that does not benefit us at all."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Wednesday April 12th, 2023 10:24:41 AM
“We will definitely need light Loryn. Fighting blind is not something Ihave mastered.”
“I gotta figure out this freedom of movement thing, else I’m fighting with a trident, and that’s an unfamiliar weapon. Either that or the short sword which would leave me at a disadvantage because of their reach. I would think we use the council money for necessities. Light and the ability to communicate with them. We can split what’s left to help with our individual needs.”
“I’m not thinking we wanna go all the way to the bottom if we don’t have to Gnubert, but that depends on the depth. I’d prefer to go a little ways down and bring them to us. If we have powerful light sources a ways below the surface, that should hopefully get their attention.”
DM-Ryan: Back at the Boarding House - Maps and Art Wednesday April 12th, 2023 11:29:46 AM Torryn recaps the abilities that they now possess and starts to talk about being able to ascertain the level of the threat.
Drak points out the need to communicate with the creatures.
Mole and Manolo keeps quiet.
Ash agrees potions make sense for some things.
Loryn wants a letter sent to Plateau City. He feels that his feeling that this is someone else's problem was not addressed.
Gnubert says they will get back to he council soon. Back at the boarding house he starts to go over what is needed.
Drack joins the brainstorming of how to approach this challenge.
The council thanks them for the further consideration and again reinforces that, historically at least, they are not creatures that can be reasoned with. Before the party leaves to plan Bearclaw does speak up once more. “Thank you. Looking into this, if nothing else, will put our neighbors at ease. The fact that it has been so long since there has been an incident would lead us to believe that this is not an established force but it is bet to know.”
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Wednesday April 12th, 2023 11:49:07 AM
Back at Minerva's when they start talking strategy, Mortimer joins in the conversation.
"I suggest we test these water breathin' rings out. If we can breath, maybe we can speak too? Let's go have a chin-wag under the waves. We could cross that problem off the list right quick." Speaking of communication, Mortimer then asks Loryn and Gnubert, "I know you two can talk ta small animals ... ever tried talkin' ta fish? They could be informative, yeah."
When the conversation turns toward being able to see, Mortimer adds, "I can grant a number of ya the ability ta see in the dark (Darkvision - Duration: 5 hours), but that would exhaust all my more powerful spells. We could get a wand for that spell. Best to not let everyone know we're comin', yeah." One second thought, he asks, "How deep is the bay anyways? Maybe not too dark if it's shallow enough and the water be clear."
Having grown up around town -although not actually in it - Torryn tended to think of herself as humna, at least for the most part. She was certainly impulsive enough, but now it seemed her father's Elven heritage was showing as she was inclined to agree with the mood and sentiment that things felt rushed.
"I never thought about the light, but then I can see pretty well, even in the gloom; so unless it's pitch black, I should be okay. As to getting there - well, I honestly thought we'd just....walk. I mean, I don't swim; so as we can breathe the water, I figured we'd explore the area close to Bearclaw Keep - just like we would if it was land. I'm probably being dumb though. I've never tried walking underwater, so...." She trailed off, not really knowing how to finish off her chain of thoughts. Then something else occurred.
"Dracky, I get the distinct impression that these guys are like evil, as in inherently evil, as in like, permanently bad; so bad that you really aren't going to want to exchange pleasantries or trust a single word they say. I could be wrong though. Hey, any of you guys know if my fireball will still work underwater?" Torryn pointed to the single bead she still had remaining on her magical necklace. Of course, if she couldn't actually throw it, it wasn't a lot of use.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Wednesday April 12th, 2023 3:42:31 PM "This turf war isn't happenin' today, we have alotta plannin' and shoppin' ta do. Why not go take a dip and test that underwater fireball? I'd go with ya, Im curious too!"
"Oh, I can't do that. It's a one-time thing. So, I have to save it for emergencies." Torryn replied earnestly. "Still, you are right, Morty, we do need to make a shopping list. I sort of roughly worked it to be about 1660 gold each. That's if I got the numbers right. We'll each need a couple of those Elixirs of Swimming, so that'll take it down to..um..1150 each. And I don't mind sharing. I mean, if someone needs some more money for something, that's okay."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Wednesday April 12th, 2023 11:15:33 PM
"Thats the smart thing to do. Let's test the ring, lets rest our spells under water, Lets see how our movement and swimming is. "
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Wednesday April 12th, 2023 11:15:34 PM
"Thats the smart thing to do. Let's test the ring, lets rest our spells under water, Lets see how our movement and swimming is. "
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Thursday April 13th, 2023 1:19:38 AM
Mole listens to the discussion. The minor items will help some, but there were still major obstacles to overcome under the deep.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Thursday April 13th, 2023 8:52:07 AM
"Looks like I better get one of those tridents that the council mentioned. Probably gonna need to practice with it underwater a bit. I'll probably need one of you all to make it magical for me. I'll go get one now so that we are ready to start testing and training in the water in the morning. What are you thinking the shopping list is gonna be Loryn?"
After any further discussion, Drack will get up and head over to the keep to get one of the tridents.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; Thursday April 13th, 2023 8:55:03 AM
Manolo listens to all the suggestions and adds, " If we surprise them we will have an advantage over them"
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Thursday April 13th, 2023 10:45:21 AM
Gnubert looks over at Mortimer, "well there is no time like present. We should see what our limitations are with the rings and without potions, and Freedom of Movement. I seriously doubt I can swim well, but has been years since I have done any swimming. "
The cleric stands, and grabs his gear. "Let's do this, so we can figure out the best bang for our gold!"
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Thursday April 13th, 2023 12:49:33 PM Mortimer suggests testing out the rings which gets general agreement.
Torry thinks she will be fine with the lighting conditions but cannot swim so walking on the bottom seems her best play. She also points out the diplomacy might not be a real option. She also wonders if a fireball is an option.
Ash agrees that testing the rings is the best bet.
Mole listends to the discussions but doesn't verbalize his thoughts about major obstacles so they will be unaddressed.
Drak wants a trident.
Manolo likes the idea of surprise attacks.
Gnubert is ready for a ring test to figure out their limitations.
In short order the group has gotten what they need together and headed off to the beach. {ooc: Also please see your first actual map to get a feel} The area is rocky with many submerged and visible rocks known to littler the underwater and beachside landscape. It is a fine day for a swim and the party stand by a large rock which would actually be a nice place for a picnic some day. The green rings sit on your fingers and you have been told that when in the water they do not come off.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday April 13th, 2023 3:22:29 PM Post was eaten
Loryn asks Ash to go to the catacombs. We have enough funds to purchase 2 Elixers of Swimming each. Also purchase a scroll with 7 Freedom of Movement spells. That will come to 20gp more than the town just provided.
We take the boat out a mile, drink and cast and step overboard to start exploring
We'll have 1 hour of freedom and 2 hours of swimming. Rings provide breathing and the bay is not deep enough to worry about vision
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Thursday April 13th, 2023 4:29:54 PM
Mortimer reminds Loryn that a Wand of Freedom of Movement (with 16 charges) was included in the treasure given by Bearclaw.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Thursday April 13th, 2023 4:39:31 PM
Just to clarify what we received:
8 Rings of Swimming 1 Wand of Freedom of Movement (16 charges) 13,280 gp
"Well, I have my spear at least. That'll work well enough." She'd left her bow and Spot with Agratha. If it came to hand-to-hand fighting, which seemed likely, she was at least, at less of a disadvantage than the others. She could fight well enough unarmed.
OOC: Torryn would have much preferred to enter from the rock in the bay than take a boat, but will go with the consensus.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Thursday April 13th, 2023 11:34:28 PM
Ash agrees to Loryn's request and heads off to the Catacombs.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Friday April 14th, 2023 8:54:53 AM PLEASE READ! There appears to be some confusion about what we have.
Ash is currently in the Catacombs trying to buy only 14 Elixirs of Swimming. We need 16 if each member is to have two Elixirs. Also, he is trying to buy 7 Scrolls of Freedom of Movement that we don't even need! We have a Wand for that.
We need to put a HOLD on any shopping until we confirm what we have and what is needed for the group.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Friday April 14th, 2023 8:59:54 AM
"If a wand of freedom of movement was included from bearclaw, then I am good. I will just need one of you spellcasters to use it on me and keep me swinging away freely with my own elven blade. If you all don't think light will be an issue, then I guess we will just need swimming potions."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Friday April 14th, 2023 10:16:24 AM
At the shore of Dragon Bay, Mortimer removes his boots and his cloak. He wears nothing but his chain shirt, belt, trousers and sickle and dagger. He is wearing his rings, of course, and he heads out into the water. If the water is cold, it doesn't bother him in the least.
He makes his way into the 5-ft deep area and takes a quick glance at the ring to see if it has changed in any way. He then ducks down below the waves. Mortimer never had much trouble holding his breath before. He could do so for long periods of time. Almost as if he didn't need to breathe like other people. However he waits for the strange sensation for water breathing to begin.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Friday April 14th, 2023 12:02:03 PM
Gnubert follows Mortimer to Dragon Bay, and slides the Ring of Water Breathing on. The cleric tucks his cloak, and boots into his haversack but leaves the remaing gear on. The gnome wades into the water, and dips below the water. Gnubert holds his breath for as long as he can but then attempts to take a small breath to see what happens.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Friday April 14th, 2023 12:49:55 PM Loryn, Mortimer and [n] Ash [/b] discuss a shopping trip and clarify what resources the group has been provided. Included are the Wand of Freedom of Movement (16), Eight Rings of Water Breathing and 13,280gp.
Torryn points out she has a spear as a potential weapon.
Drak feels the wand is most of what he needs and wants potions to help with swimming.
Mortimer and Gunbert decide to test the rings and after preparations wade out into the water.
The two in the water find it is cool but not enough so to cause problem. After some hesitation and breath holding they find they can breath as well in the water as on the land though there is an odd transition moment they are sure it will not impact any of their performance either above or below the water line. Looking around they can also see that there are many rocks strewn about and in the distance, barely some very brightly colored plants clinging to large rocks. The two also find that they can communicate although sound does not seem to travel as far, at least not without distorting.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday April 14th, 2023 1:01:48 PM
Loryn looks at Mortimer with his mouth slightly open, your basic dumbfounded expression and slowly, purposefully, closes his mouth. "Um yeah, that's right, the wand and I forgot to count myself in our total, so 8 not 7, and as we don't need to purchase the scrolls, I would suggest an extra Swimming Potion each, but that can be a personal decision"
At the long boat, Loryn eyes the water suspiciously. Mortimer starts taking off clothes and Loryn just sort of stares. Getting undressed had not really occurred to him. Most of his clothing was magically enhanced. He shrugs and dons the Water Breathing Ring.
Loryn wades out with Gnubert, but remains above water while the cleric goes under. If something went horribly wrong, he would be able to pull Gnubert to the surface. What an embarrassing way to go, thinking a magical device did something that it did not.
It had been several minutes at least since the air bubbles came from the cleric and he was still moving about and so Loryn decides it is his turn and exhales before sitting down to put his head underwater. At only 5 feet from shore, it was not exactly deeps sea adventuring yet. Gnome steps, we are taking gnome steps.
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
If they could do it, surely she could too. Torryn quickly stripped right down to the briefest of underwear. Being a dancer, she felt no shame at all. She was used to "prancing about with barely a stitch on", as her father put it. Whilst the water was cool, she knew that once she got moving she'd not notice it. The more disturbing issue was actually breathing. It took a lot of willpower to actually even try, but try she did and soon enough she was floundering around - try to move as she would on land, but with a broad grin on her face. Her silvery blonde mane was now a wild halo around her. Although it was water darkened, it still retained its strange silvery sheen.
Torryn attempted to swim. There was no fear as she couldn't drown. It was actually much easier than she expected.
OOC: Swim: 19.
OOC 2 I seem unable to edit the map, but that's most likely me being a Luddite. Also, I thought that sound travelled further in water?
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; Friday April 14th, 2023 5:39:03 PM
Manolo puts the ring on and tries it. "I HOPE I AM NOT GOING TO DROWN!", he shouts as he jumps to the water.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Friday April 14th, 2023 10:10:40 PM
Mole listens to the discussion concerning equipping for the mission. He doesn't have anything to say. He has what he has.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Saturday April 15th, 2023 9:07:32 PM
Ash is still waiting for the catacombs order to go through.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:41/34. Saturday April 15th, 2023 11:09:23 PM
Ash needs to change the order. We need 16 Elixirs of Swimming, not 14. Remove the scrolls of Freedom of Movement from the order, we don’t need them. We already have a Wand of Freedom of Movement with 16 charges.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Sunday April 16th, 2023 11:43:03 PM
Mole watches them test the rings. Even with the waterbreathing, he's not going to be of much use. He can't swim and his his spells are useless underwater. He isn't sure how he will be able to assist.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20-1=15 ; Monday April 17th, 2023 11:05:04 AM
Gnubert casts a simple light spell to test his casting capabilities underwater. The gnome then steps towards slightly deeper water and manages to swim properly. Finally, the cleric takes a few practice swings with his mace that do not go so well. ”Two out of three isn’t too bad. The Freedom of Movement spell will help with that for all of us.”
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20-1=15 ; Monday April 17th, 2023 11:05:04 AM
Gnubert casts a simple light spell to test his casting capabilities underwater. The gnome then steps towards slightly deeper water and manages to swim properly. Finally, the cleric takes a few practice swings with his mace that do not go so well. ”Two out of three isn’t too bad. The Freedom of Movement spell will help with that for all of us.”
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Monday April 17th, 2023 11:20:21 AM Loryn waits to see some others surviving underwater and takes the plunge himself though being sure he is someplace he can just stand up to breath in an emergency. It is an unusual feeling but not deadly.
Torryn strips down and, with some hesitation, starts to flounder about in the water. Getting herself under control she finds the whole thing easier then expected.
Manolo hopes he wont drown before crossing the large rock and plunging in. He adapts quickly breathing underwater just fine.
Mole listens dryly and quietly while Ash is off doing the shopping.
Gnubert casts light and swims about a bit. Satisfied with that he tries his mace which is less of a good feeling.
For those in the water it is calm and you have quickly become use to the temperatures.
For those off shopping, well your just shopping.
Anyone on the beach now has sand in their shoes.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:17 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=19 ; Monday April 17th, 2023 11:43:12 AM
OOC: 1.Torryn is not wearing any footwear. She's down to the absolute minimum. 2. Loryn is male.
This was much better than she'd expected. Her first thoughts immediately turned to dancing. What kind of performance could she achieve with such little gravity pulling at her? She resolved to have a playful try. Venturing slightly deeper she attempted a pirouette and then a forward roll - mid water.
(Acrobatics: 28)
Success! Maybe that would help in a fight. It certainly did no harm to get used to this alien environment.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday April 17th, 2023 2:08:32 PM
Loryn moves out a little further and decides to see what the water will do to several of his spells
He casts the following Grease Burning Hands Burning Hands, but converting the energy to Acid Glitterdust Colorspray
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; Monday April 17th, 2023 7:02:01 PM
Manolo follows Loryn for the moment., "I am staying close to you for the time being....I don't want to be ambushed....", He says as he thinks and wonders about what the will have to deal with.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Monday April 17th, 2023 7:12:31 PM
Drack follows the others into the water with the ring, his leather, and his short sword. Mostly just planning on making sure he is between the spellcasters and fish people. Once the wand of free movement is in play, once it not practice, he will be using his Elven blade.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:49/34. speed:60' d10+5=15 ; d20=6 ; d20=12 ; d20=5 ; d20=2 ; d20=4 ; Monday April 17th, 2023 8:23:59 PM
Mortimer is completely submerged and the ability to breathe is a very weird experience. He is stripped down to just his mithral chain shirt, trousers, belt and weapons. His weapons are also very light, being made of mithral.
He begins to cast several spells: Shield, Expeditious Retreat and False Life.
Mortimer tries out swimming, fully armored up, buffed and enhanced speed. (Swim Checks: 6, 12, 5, 2, 4.)
He quickly begins to paddle and kick and he goes no where. Then suddenly a burst of movement that goes for possibly 30ft (that's half his current speed). A wicked smile forms on his face, "I'm swimmin'! Swimmin' I am!" However his celebration is short lived. All further attempts fail miserably. He wildly flails about and helplessly sinks to the sea floor.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Monday April 17th, 2023 9:57:18 PM
Ash continues to wait in the Catacombs, missing out on any trials in the water.
When the courier arives with the updated order, Ash takes the scroll, pulls out a pencil and writes on the bottom
"Mortimer, next time you and Loryn can come here and deal with the waiting together since you have two different views on what we need and neither volunteered their service.
Apparently your errand boy, Ash Macfarlane"
He pulls a gold coin out and hands it to the courier before turning back to wait.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 3d6=14 ; Monday April 17th, 2023 11:14:24 PM
Gnubert watches the others experiment underwater, and just before exiting back to the beach channels energy once just to make sure the water in no way affects it.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20-1=15 ; Tuesday April 18th, 2023 8:59:03 AM
Gnubert casts a simple light spell to test his casting capabilities underwater. The gnome then steps towards slightly deeper water and manages to swim properly. Finally, the cleric takes a few practice swings with his mace that do not go so well. ”Two out of three isn’t too bad. The Freedom of Movement spell will help with that for all of us.”
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Tuesday April 18th, 2023 10:18:34 AM
The dwarf stands on the shore watching the others. A swimming dwarf is like cats and dogs living in harmony.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+5=16 ; d20+5=24 ; Tuesday April 18th, 2023 11:56:37 AM Torryn finds her ability to move is much better then anticipated and becomes a little playful in the water.
Loryn tries casting a few spells. {ooc: see below}
Manolo follows Loryn being concerned about ambushes.
Drack moves into the water and watches for problems.
Mortimer is submerged and attempts some spells all of which work normally underwater. He tries swimming but after some initial success flounders.
Poor Ash is still at the store.
Gnubert watches the experiments in the water and tries channeling energy, which works fine, before he exits.
Loryn continues his spell tests and has some interesting results. Casting grease on the ground the spell works as intended but it could be easily avoided by swimming.
Glitterdust and Color Spray work as intended though both tend to linger in the water a bit as they disperse. It is doubtful this has any mechanical effect on the spell..
Burning hands first fizzles{GM rolled a caster level check for you, below} but it works normally when converted to acid.
Mole notices some ducks further out on the water occasionally ducking their heads under to look for food. It’s quite a nice scene if you like this sort of thing.
{ooc: Spells involving fire require a caster level check of DC20+spell level a success makes it more of a scalding steam effect}
Torryn decided that the "swimming thing" was not as difficult as she'd thought. Then discovered that forward progress was not as intuitive as she'd at first thought. Still she felt that her dancing and acrobatic ability would stand her in good stead. She was sure that she'd be just as capable of fighting whilst sideways or even upside down.
(OOC: Swim: 8)
Her optimism though was rather misplaced as her latest attempt to tumble saw her land on the sea bad with a gentle, but undignified bump.
(OOC: Acrobatics: 1 - would be a 10, but 1's always fail.:)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 d20+3=13 ; d20+7=12 ; Tuesday April 18th, 2023 12:24:47 PM
Drack tries his luck with swimming(Swim check 13), and it seems to be a mixed bag. The swimming potions should help. He tries to spend most of his time looking for trouble while the spell casters test out their spells.(Perception check 12)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:49/34. speed:60' Tuesday April 18th, 2023 1:06:27 PM
(ooc1: Ash can be here practicing in the water and shopping at the Catacombs at the same time. Both boards don't need to follow the same timeline. There is enough time in a 24 hour day to do both.)
(ooc2: With only 4,000gp being spent on Elixirs of Swimming, that allows the remainder of the gold (9,280gp) to be divided evenly among the group. Each member has 1,160gp to spend on something for themselves.)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday April 18th, 2023 2:38:26 PM
Loryn does not try to swim at all, he simply trudges along the bottom at all times. He smiles as he bobs a bout across the bottom, this wasn't so bad at all and thanks to his gnomish heritage, he could covert his fire based spells to acid.
Spying one of the others, he waves with both hands, side to side. A new form of happy greeting he is dubbing jazz hands.
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:49/34. speed:60' d3=1 ; d20=2 ; d20=13 ; d20=4 ; d20=13 ; d20=18 ; d20+24=35 ; Tuesday April 18th, 2023 4:44:27 PM
Mortimer just had a thought ... maybe his cold attacks would be deadlier underwater. He wonders if the water would freeze around his ray making it bigger or spikier. He fires a Ray of Frost at the rock and waits to see what kind of impact it has.
(Mortimer casts Ray of Frost. Range: 35ft. Damage: 1 cold damage. I have never made a max damage roll with this spell ... ever!)
He then continues trying to learn how to swim (Swim Checks: 2, 13, 4, 13). He's a little more successful this time. Massive failures with intermittent bursts of unnatural speed. He then decides if he can get enough speed, push off from the bottom and jump up out of the water. (Swim Check: 18, Acrobatics Jump check: 35. That's almost a 9ft high jump.)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=7 ; d20=7 ; Tuesday April 18th, 2023 6:07:52 PM
Manolo keeps an eye on everyone for the time being.
Perception 16 Swim 12
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Tuesday April 18th, 2023 8:49:44 PM
Gnubert trudged out of the water, wringing out his clothes as he goes. The cleric carefully watches of the others as he dries out.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Wednesday April 19th, 2023 5:19:38 AM
Torryn informed Mortimer that she'd very much like to have the Bracers she saw last time: the ones with the oak tree filigree design etched into them. (Bracers of Armour +1. - 1000gp) Whilst they didn't offer much protection, they were pretty and she believed that every little bit of protection helped. Plus, they would work just as well underwater as above.
(OOC: Header and character sheet updated)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Wednesday April 19th, 2023 10:00:40 AM
(Been super busy. I’ll try and get up to speed on catacombs and everything this weekend.)
Drack isn’t sure what would serve him best from the catacombs. He will ask if anyone has any suggestions as to what he could get that would make a difference. Obviously free action is definitely something he wants, but the wand should cover that.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Wednesday April 19th, 2023 11:17:20 AM Torryn and Drack continue to try swimming and Drack doesn’t see any threat in this area.
Loryn is satisfied with being able to use his spells even if a little altered and waves to the others.
Mortimer tries Ray of Frost which works fine. After the spell hits the rock a small chunk of frozen water floats up the surface. It is doubtful it could actually freeze something of importance.
Manolo keeps watch.
Gnubert trudges out of the water to dry out and watches the others. Its a bit chilly as he dries.
Drak continues to work on his shopping list.
For a group that has faced life and death situation this is far from the worst way to spend a day. It is quiet though at one point a couple of the local children come and watch you splash about for a bit from a distance.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=7 ; d20=1 ; Wednesday April 19th, 2023 11:53:49 AM
Torryn was having fun. There was no need to go running off back to dry land, not when she had so much more pirouetting and tumbling to do. Of course, working in such an alien environment would definitely take a lot of getting used to. This she concluded as she again ended up, unceremoniously landing on her ass.
(OOC: Swim: 7. Acrobatics: 1. Best to get them all out of the way now right? Right? RIGHT!)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday April 19th, 2023 4:24:34 PM
Loryn works his way back to the beach and exits the waves. "Not all that bad Gnubert." Loryn casts Prestidigitation and dries himself. Seeing Gnubert resorting to some rectangle of thick cloth, Loryn offers him a superior method.
Getting together with the gang back at Minerva's, "I think that went pretty well all in all. A good nights rest a hearty breakfast and I think we take the long boat out. I still think we should put out about a mile, if they were closer, I think we would have bumped into sooner. Or rather any fisherman from the, hey, Hwe should ask how far out any fisherman go and then go a bit further."
That thought in mid, Loryn will hit Grogs, Belt and Belch and his old stomping ground, the Hearthfire Inn. He has the same questions at each, Anyone fish the bay? How far out do they go? Why that far and not further?
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+12=13 ; Wednesday April 19th, 2023 7:52:35 PM
As it gets closer to the departure day, Mole will head out to the beach, transforms into a bird and heads out to sea. He hates flying, he hates swimming, he hates everything except being underground and his goddess. That is why he flying and eventually swimming.
While flying over the open sea, he casts his gaze into the water looking for potential signs of the sea devils. If he does, he makes note of the position and distance.
He can fly a total of 15 miles during his flight. He will go out for two hours before heading back.
Perception DC13.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Wednesday April 19th, 2023 8:14:24 PM
Gnubert looks over at Loryn, "Thank you my friend. This cloth would have taken forever to get me dry. " The gnome walks back to Minerva's and e joys the company of his friends. "That's a good idea Loryn. That would put us just past a safe zone to speak."
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20-1=15 ; Wednesday April 19th, 2023 9:29:18 PM
Gnubert casts a simple light spell to test his casting capabilities underwater. The gnome then steps towards slightly deeper water and manages to swim properly. Finally, the cleric takes a few practice swings with his mace that do not go so well. ”Two out of three isn’t too bad. The Freedom of Movement spell will help with that for all of us.”
Manolo Michael a d20=19 ; d6=1 ; Wednesday April 19th, 2023 9:32:57 PM
Manolo focuses on the swimming and doesn't notices anything. He splashs Torryn, Loryn and Gnubert if they are near him. Swimming 24 Perception 10
OOC: managed to delete my header): OOC: apologies for shorts posts and missing a few posts...might send an email in a day or two explaining everything.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:49/34. speed:60' Thursday April 20th, 2023 10:52:23 AM
Mortimer was hoping that the gnomes would have tried talking to some fish, but they have already gotten out and dried off. They might have had some info about the chum munchers. Oh well, Mortimer walks back to shore and uses Prestidigitation to dry off. He puts back on his cloak and boots and heads back with them. He decides he will also make a trip to the Catacombs for one last minute item.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Thursday April 20th, 2023 11:34:43 AM Torryn continues to explore the water and how it relates to her movement.
Manolo continues swimming even splashing some of his party for fun.
Loryn works his way back to the beach telling Gnubert its not that bad in the water. He lets the others know he is heading off to try and get some information from local fishers.
Mole decides to get ready for their day of departure and spends some time doing another thing he hates, flying.
Mortimer wishes that the gnomes would have tried to speak with some fish while underwater.
Loryn finds people willing to talk in both places but gets a fairly similar story from each. They are staying closer then they did before the recent attacks and it is impacting their income. Many of the larger rocks in the water have a decent amount of life around them that they have been focusing on. A few places are described about a half mile out from land. One older human speaks up. “I saw one of them devils out a bit further but it was alone I think, didn’t come for the boat.” He describes where and even draws a little, crude, map that is not completely useful.
Moles long flight finds two spots that he might have seen activity but it is hard given reflections and refraction of light. At least it gives two possible areas. One of the areas is in the vicinity of where the boat was attacked.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+12=21 ; Thursday April 20th, 2023 11:38:27 AM
Mole continues to go the the areas he suspects the sea devils may be.
Perception DC21
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Thursday April 20th, 2023 11:55:21 AM
Torryn didn't mind getting splashed by Manolo. Her response was not to splash back, but to stay underwater. Still, there eventually came a time when she must return to land. After the exertions and playfulness of being underwater it was both reassuring and disappointing to be back on land. She'd been surprised at how much she'd enjoyed being under the waves. There, she'd found a whole new realm of beauty to explore. It was very distracting - at least it was for her.
Like the others she quickly dried through the expeditious use of magic. (Mending) If Drack wanted to be swiftly dried too, she could assist.
Back at their lodgings she didn't think that there was much preparing she could do. She just had to hope that no one else had purchased her "tree bracers". With a knife and a spear she'd be ready in the morning. Of course, she'd be up early to check on Spot. Only after that would she be truly ready.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Thursday April 20th, 2023 12:41:29 PM
Drack gets grumpily out of the water after a short bit of practice, and turns to the spell casters. “Would one of you dry me off please? Leather armor chafes when it’s wet. This whole scenario is not in my happy zone. Why can’t we charge horses through an orchard of blossoming cherry trees with a bard playing a cool song in the background to make it more impressive? No we gotta go swim with da fishes. I need to kill some evil.”
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday April 20th, 2023 12:53:09 PM
Loryn thanks the fisherman that he talks to, though where they fish now doesn't matter, where they used to go for over 30 years without being attacked does. But that was close enough.
Loryn relays what he learned and thinks 3/4-1 mile out is where to start. A good breakfast, Swimming potions in in his pocket and an extra 50' of rope and the gnome is all set. he sets out for the beach the following day to get the boat in the water.
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
ooc Prestidigitation is the spell that can dry, heat, cool etc. Mending is to put things back together
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:49/34. speed:60' Thursday April 20th, 2023 3:12:31 PM
Mortimer looks around left and right after Drack's request. It seems like he's the only caster still available. He finishes strapping on his boot and casts Prestidigitation to dry the paladin off. "With leather, I believe you're supposta use low heat, yeah."
Manolo Michael a d20=13 ; Thursday April 20th, 2023 5:58:48 PM
Manolo goes back safe land. "That was fun, wasn't it?", He says to Torryn. He does back to the lodge as well but not before trying to squeeze some water out of his armor and shirt.
Dice roll for squeezing water out of upper body clothes D20= 13
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Friday April 21st, 2023 12:13:14 AM
Gnubert waits on the others and expresses his desire to start fresh in the morning
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Friday April 21st, 2023 12:13:15 AM
Gnubert waits on the others and expresses his desire to start fresh in the morning
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Friday April 21st, 2023 4:05:19 AM
Torryn will happily help Manolo dry his clothes. A swift "mending" and they are wonderfully dry. A second and they are no longer soiled in any way.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20=12 ; d20=1 ; Friday April 21st, 2023 11:05:08 AM Mole continues to circle the areas he suspects of sea devil activity. It takes some time but swooping low he eventually determines that the activity at the second sight is clearly . {GM: 12 | 1}
Having enjoyed the water Torryn regrettable gets out of the water and dries herself and any others off. Mortimer helps out with the drying and discusses the care of leather.
Drack is less thrilled about the water and is ready to kill some evil!!
Loryn thanks the fisherman that he speaks with even if it is not the information he wanted to get. He lets the others know what he thinks.
Manolo tries to squeeze the water from his clothing but it is only about half successful and will take some time. The process is expedited by Torryn.
Gnubert lets the others know that he is ready to start in the morning.
The group heads back into town, runs their errands has a good meal and beds down for the night. It rains lightly as at some point so the ground is wet in the morning but the sky is clear. You know the boat from the attack is available for your use and you have a good idea where to start thanks to Mole flitting about over the water for a couple of hours.
Torryn arose early. She liked to see the dew on the grass and droplets hanging in spiderwebs. So it was that she fairly danced her way to see Spot. Having cleaned him through her magic and bade her farewells, she undertook her training regimen; which consisted of a lot of impressive looking stretches. The kicking and punching routines, she was not as confident with, so felt doing them early ensured less prying eyes. Regardless of how indifferent she was at her katas, she worked diligently enough to ensure a good appetite - at least for her. Mole and Drack would likely think a mouse ate more, but Torryn was far from large and really didn't need quite as much sustenance as they others. That being noted, she did make a good impression on Loryn's fried eggy-bread. he truly was a marvel in the kitchen.
With her new bracers on and spear in hand she declared herself ready. That she was stood, barefoot in only small briefs and a halter top, didn't trouble her in the slightest. Exposed flesh never troubled the Fey and Torryn was quite certain that Fey, she indeed was.
"I'm ready, Guys and it sure looks a good day for a swim. Also, there's not much wind, so the water shouldn't be that choppy: not that it'll matter much once we drop below the waves. This is SO exciting! I can't wait to do that 'swimming' thing again." Torryn grinned broadly and bounced up and down a little unable to restrain her enthusiasm.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday April 21st, 2023 12:35:50 PM
Loryn beams a bit as the crew tears into the breakfast. It was truly his love language and if the stir of adventuring was not so strong, he would fully committed to making everyone around him overweight.
Sipping on some juice, Loryn chuckles at Dracks lament, "That's oddly specific, but it does paint a fantastic picture."
Finishing up and cleaning up, Loryn is set, "Well some of us are dressed and all of us seem ready to go. Let's do this"
Loryn heads to boat softly singing, "This Octopus, black ink it shoots, Send him to north woldia..."
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Friday April 21st, 2023 2:50:05 PM
Drack follows Loryn to the boat, wearing his usual gear, except replacing his metal armor for the leather. Before he gets on the boat, he checks to make sure the ring of water breathing is on his finger, he has a potion of swimming, and someone has the wand of freedom of movement.
"Alright people. None of us like this mission, let's get it done and be back on dry land."
"I like it." Torryn rejoined with a joyful grin. "Especially the 'not drowning' part." Being happy was Torryn's default position. It didn't take much for her to see the positives in any situation.
Manolo Michael a Friday April 21st, 2023 8:10:42 PM
"We have choice, currently we are the only one who can do it", Manolo says. "At least we will have the advantage of being prepared to fight them", he continues to say.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Friday April 21st, 2023 9:19:57 PM
Mole heads to the boat with the others.
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3, Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:49/34. speed:60' Saturday April 22nd, 2023 12:25:37 AM
After a hardy breakfast and a quick trip to the Catacombs, Mortimer shows up to the boat with a bit of a swagger. He isn't wearing his boots and the bottoms of his trouser legs are cinched tightly with a bit of cord against his legs. An obvious attempt to keep them from flapping about underwater. This accentuates his very thin legs in a rather unflattering way. However he playfully exaggerates poses as if his appearance was alluring. "Feelin' a bit froggy, I am!"
As they get ready to head out, he explains, "Ash should be 'ere shortly with the swimmin' elixirs."
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Saturday April 22nd, 2023 12:05:12 PM
Gnubert sleeps well, and wakes early to perform his morning prayers. The cleric dons his armor, but carefully folds up his surcoat and places it in his haversack. Gnubert casually walks downstairs and eats a moderate breakfast knowing they would be exerting more physical labor than usual. "Morning all, may the Gods bless us and our endeavors this day," Gnubert smiles and looks at the others.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Saturday April 22nd, 2023 7:54:19 PM
Ash finally comes back, dropping 16 Elixir of Swimming on the table. "Took a while.... sorry"
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Sunday April 23rd, 2023 2:14:30 AM
"Thanks, Ashy! You're a star." Torryn pounced on the goodies eager to retrieve the oak leaf design bracers. She was delighted that they hadn't been sold to someone else. Perhaps that augured well for what was to come.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Monday April 24th, 2023 9:52:59 AM
The crew each goes about their daily routine to get ready to hunt some Sahuagin! At some point someone lets the council know that they are heading out which brings Three young men meet you near the gnomish boat along with Fifebriess, the injured gnome. Fifebriess greats each of you as you arrive with a smile and a handshake.
“As a representative of the ownership of this, er, ship? Ownership ship, not going to phrase it like that in the future, sorry moving on. I thought it only right to help you out a little. These chaps here, Lorry, Dale and Dale can help you with the actual boating part of your trip, there young lads and understand the risks.”
The middle one gives a nod, he is a redhead with pale skin and a gap in his front teeth. “I’m Lorry and this is my brother Dale and my other brother Dale.” He gestures first to his right and then his left.
The gnome speaks up again. “I also brought you a couple of waterproof bags, there not extravagant but useful.” He hands over two waterproof bags valued at 5gp each.
Captain Bearclaw arrives as this goes on. “So your off then. We appreciate your work for he town. Any list minute things to discuss?”
The three young men are already in the boat and making preparation to head out when your ready.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Monday April 24th, 2023 10:00:42 AM
Mole will give the general direction to the captain and crew where he saw the sea devils.
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3, Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Monday April 24th, 2023 10:29:06 AM
"Lorry, Dale, and Dale, pleasure to meet you. Lord Bearclaw, I think Loryn has the plan set up as to where we are going, based on where they were attacked, so I don't have anything else as far as that goes. I have a ring of water breathing, we have the freedom of movement wand, and we picked up some swimming potions. Those with my pair of swords and my leather armor will hopefully suffice."
"There is one other thing Lord Bearclaw... I wish to give the town back my share of the gold you gave us that was not spent. It doesn't feel right to me taking gold to purchase things i did not end up purchasing. I'm sure the council can find a use for it to help out the town or the people."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Monday April 24th, 2023 10:31:00 AM
"But i must give Mole credit for doing an aerial reconnaisance and spotting where they were recently."
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Monday April 24th, 2023 11:07:11 AM
Torryn didn't hang around. Even as "Mr Bearclaw" was addressing the others, she was eagerly getting into the boat. She really didn't expect to need the waterproof bag.
"Permission to come aboard, Kipper?" She giggled in her best 'nautical' accent
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday April 24th, 2023 1:48:28 PM
Loryn puts his hands on his hips, "Oh no! No, no , no, no, no. Dale, Dale and Lorry. Out of the boat. We are not parking in sahauguin infested waters and leaving you topside in the very boat which ferried the dead of the merchant ship to our beach. Drack, Torrynashkebbeth and anyone else over 4' tall is perfectly capable of rowing a longboat. Mole knows where we're going and we are good to go. he turns to Pheandra with a look of 'you gotta put in a word here' on his face.
"Pheardra, captain, you can't let them go. It's not only a horrible idea, but a wholly unnecessary risk."We're going to the drop off," he gestures at the three boys, "Might as well kill em now and serve them with chips."
Loryn waits for the future victims to get the hell out of the boat and then he gets in mumbling to himself...Of all of the hair brained mule bred thoughts and ideas,
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Manolo Michael a Monday April 24th, 2023 6:41:50 PM
Manolo looks at Loryn and says, " are you sure?", They can sail....it will prove useful for our journey in the sea....they are knowledgeable and worse comes to worst they can sail away and we can't protect them." If objections persist, he adds ," they will can make out enemies less prepared for a resistance if we hide".
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Monday April 24th, 2023 8:50:07 PM
Gnubert introduces himself with a smile, and a hearty handshake. "I know why we are going on this journey. Can you tell me why each of you have volunteered? This may very well be a one way trip for some of us, and additional distractions would be burdensome indeed."
As Gnubert awaits a reply the cleric removes the gold he did not spend, and adds it to Dracks, "I too wish to return these unspent funds. Thank you, but they should be returned to those who can use it better than I."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:49/34. speed:60' Monday April 24th, 2023 10:44:21 PM
Mortimer bites his lip. What was Drack meaning ... give it back?! To each his own, has always been his philosophy, but he hopes he's not being lumped into this charity. If they don't make it back from this endeavor, sure, let 'em have it all.
He's always valued Loryn opinion as well. It's usually thoughtful, well-said and at times a bit dodgy. He could appreciate that. However he doesn't understand his objection to the young sailors coming along. They obviously know what they're getting into; their eyes are wide open. Mortimer finds this bit of logic completely confusing. It wasn't like any of us were accomplished sailors. Judging by their performance in the water yesterday, if left to their own devices, they'd probably end up paddling in circles for the remainder of the day. He wonders how many of us will be cold-cocked by the boom of the sail.
'how do I know what a boom is,' he wonders?
"Oye, the sun is gettin' bright," he mutters as he begins to feel the burn on his skin. He pulls the hood up over his head.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Tuesday April 25th, 2023 12:40:13 AM
Ash quietly waves to the men sent to assist. He helps with any last minute preparations.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Tuesday April 25th, 2023 9:32:14 AM
Bearclaw looks more then a little confused. "I am sure the offer would be appreciated but nothing is resolved yet is it? You have the resources is you need more then one trip and what you don't use would be a sign of your value to us."
Lorry, Dale and Dale kind of shuffle around for a bit. One of the Dales starts to walk off but see the others standing there and goes back with an apologetic smile. Lorry speaks up. "We fish mostly so making sure the water is safe is kind of a big deal. Dale and Dale are pretty good with a spear too, they use them for fishing near the shore around the rocks you see. We would probably be fine. Were all strong swimmers too."
Lorry looks more confident then his brothers but none of them probably have much actual perspective on how a fight really goes.
The gnome joins in. "It's your call, just don't want you getting lost out there or floundering if there is a problem. If you think you can handle the boat then it's your call."
The lads, if nothing else, make sure the boat is set and toss in a couple of coiled ropes. One of the Dales mumbles "Always good to have a spare rope in case you catch something you need to tow back."
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday April 25th, 2023 10:19:48 AM
Whilst it was good to try to protect people wherever possible, Torryn didn't think it was possible to protect all the people all the time. The young men (likely still older than her), knew the risks. They were braving danger, just as she and the others were. Their contribution was as significant in its own way as their own. Torryn was very much in favour of all three coming and sailing the boat; something about which she knew nothing. Plus, the fish people would definitely see the interlopers into their domain as the main threat: one that couldn't be ignored in favour of the boat, because that would open them to a flanking assault. Consequently, she felt they'd be a lot safer than those in the water - the creatures' natural domain.
"Kipper, Bowsong and Swabby should definitely come." She announced, getting all the nautical appellations wrong.
Given Drack and Gnubert's fiscal generosity; she considered her own funds. She had yet to donate from what she'd received, but as Mr Bearclaw had stated, the matter wasn't resolved. She resolved to tithe upon her return., because she most definitely planned to return.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday April 25th, 2023 11:41:22 AM
Loryn looks about thoroughly confused, "Its a glorified row boat and we'll literally be within sight of land. Rowing away from it, is simply not a thing one needs to train at."
The gnome, "Look they" he turns to the trio, "You mean well, but we are about to go kick an underwater hornets nest that has already killed over a dozen folks. Who were in a much larger ship. That they easily boarded and well, killed everyone on.
If the others still insist on taking the 3, Loryn relents with a shake of his head. Humans were an impulsive group
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Tuesday April 25th, 2023 11:50:59 AM
(ooc what was the amount we each got after the purchases at the catacombs?)
Drack looks at Loryn. "Your call, but you are probably right, and we probably don't need them, and if things go bad, they will definitely die. Let's leave them. This is on us. We are the heroes right?"
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Tuesday April 25th, 2023 12:46:57 PM
"I'm good either way with the trio. They will probably end up dead if something happens to the boat. We're all good with our protections but they'll be dinner for some water creature. That being said... if we need them to operate the boat, and stay out of our way they might be useful. But again, whatever we decide is good... I don't know, maybe they can run to the store for someone. "
Ash leans back, pulling out a scrap of Bacon and giving it to Oslo.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:49/34. speed:60' d20+14=27 ; Tuesday April 25th, 2023 2:45:01 PM
Mortimer agrees with Drack. "A hero, I am today. No need ta be a gravedigger out at sea. Bein' dead on the water takes care of itself, it does," Mortimer says with a chuckle.
The sorcerer than makes a leap onto the boat (Acrobatics Check: 27). "Let's get goin', yeah. Daylight's burnin' ... me!"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30' Tuesday April 25th, 2023 5:12:12 PM
(ooc: Correcting info in the Name line.)
Manolo Michael a Tuesday April 25th, 2023 5:42:33 PM
Manolo awaits for a decision to be made about their.. possibly new companions for this fishing trip
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Tuesday April 25th, 2023 9:37:54 PM
Gnubert looks at the 3 men, "If you wish to join us of your own volition you are welcome to do so. We have no desire to dissuade you." Gnubert follows the others to the boat and boards with little flourish
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Wednesday April 26th, 2023 9:01:26 AM
Mole watches the conversation.
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3, Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Wednesday April 26th, 2023 11:14:39 AM
The brothers shuffle about while the group talks clearly deflating as more people speak or fail to speak. Finally Fifebriess nods. “Sorry lads it looks like your on land it seems more either don’t want to let you risk your lives or have no opinion on the topic.” He nods. “Right, sorry that I am kind of the thing that started this good luck to you.”
Captain Bearclaw nods “Not much else I can offer for help. May the gods watch over you.”
The three young men at least help you launch the ship and watch you head out.
The water is fairly calm, small swells that can easily be traversed and you can see any rocks that could be a problem fairly clearly. Grabbing the oars you head out, it shouldn’t take more than an hour to get to the area that was spotted.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Wednesday April 26th, 2023 11:32:03 AM
An HOUR!? Rowing? Who volunteered her for that?
Well, she resolved to try, but was fairly certain she'd need a break; probably several and there was no way she was expending all her energy trying to move a huge boat.
The rocks and the water all looked very inviting to Torryn. She knew it would be dangerous, but was very much looking forward to going underwater once more.
!Anyone know any sea shanties? She enquired, hoping some singing would help with the rowing. Whilst she had taken a liking to the water, she was yet to be enamoured of sailing. It just seemed like a lot of hard work.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 d20+7=15 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2023 1:38:35 PM
Drack will volunteer to row first
“Whoever is up front should be watching for rocks, or things we might hit. Anyone not rowing should be looking over into the water for trouble. Whoever has that free action wand, be on the ready with it. Whoever can, should take turns rowing.”
Perception check for when he’s not rowing.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Wednesday April 26th, 2023 1:39:39 PM
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AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+3=11 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2023 1:51:03 PM
Loryn sighs an exhale of relief as prudence wins over adventure and excitement with the 3 young boys. With Drack and Torrynashkebbeth taking the oars, Loryn stands at the port bow location and keeps an eye out. About 20 minutes into the journey, the gnomes mind wanders and looking back at the exursion of the rowers we says aloud,
"If we need to come out again, we should get a couple feather tokens, Swan Boat and an Anchor. That way the boat can just cruise along. Probably faster too."
Perception 11
Spells: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 d20+4=10 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2023 5:22:25 PM
"Maybe we should give up the adventurous life and just become sailors. I hear Pirate pays well. We can be good hearted pirates. "
Ash moves up to the front by Loryn, helping keep an eye.
Perception 10
Manolo Michael a d20=14 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2023 6:58:22 PM
Manolo volunteers to help with the rowing to help him clam towards an expected skirmish. " Let me row for a while....I want to calm down and be focused for the upcoming battle, Manolo says. D20=14
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20-1=11 ; d20+12=30 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2023 9:15:34 PM
Gnubert volunteers to help paddle the boat (Strength DC 11) while keeping an eye out for danger (Perception DC 30).
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20-1=11 ; d20+12=30 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2023 9:15:37 PM
Gnubert volunteers to help paddle the boat (Strength DC 11) while keeping an eye out for danger (Perception DC 30).
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30' d20+2=18 ; Thursday April 27th, 2023 8:41:58 AM "I don't know any shanties, but I was told my name, Mortimer, means 'dead water' in the old language. I guess it would be a right proper name for a pirate ... Dread pirate Dead Water, arrgh!"
(Perception: 18)
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Thursday April 27th, 2023 9:43:36 AM Torryn is less then thrilled when the realities of traveling like this set in and she asks for sea chanties.
Drak suggests that those not rowing keep there eyes out for rocks. Most the rocks are below water level at this point, far enough to not be an issue you find.
Lorryn has some suggests on how to make this easier next time.
Ash keeps an eye and jokes about becoming pirates instead of adventurers.
Manolo takes a shift at rowing to help focus and calm for battle.
Mortimer admits to not knowing shanties but comes up with a nice pirate name.
Gnubert paddles and has the sharpest eyes of the group. He spots the rock formations below the water that can be used to make the location.
While none of you are particularly good at navigating with the craft you make it close to the spot you are looking for. No rocks are above the water at this point though their bases are hard to make out, refraction from light just makes it hard to see details as small waves roll though the water. There is a rope and anchor in the boat but nothing else you didn’t bring with you.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+14=24 ; Thursday April 27th, 2023 9:46:08 AM
Mole takes an oar first. As he rows, he watches for aquatic dangers. (Survival DC24)
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3, Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=12 ; Thursday April 27th, 2023 9:55:31 AM
Torryn was very grateful to be relieved from the odious task of rowing and thanked all those that took a turn at the oars. She attempted to make herself useful as a 'spotter'; seeking out any potential threats under the waves.
(Perception: 21)
"So, when do we dive in?" She asked eagerly. "Oh, and shouldn't we drop this anchor-thing? I guess we could then use the rope to pull ourselves down to the bottom. That'll be fun." Expecting Torryn not to be distracted in the new environment was clearly asking a lot - likely too much.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday April 27th, 2023 11:24:05 AM OOC before we go further, who has the wand. Gnubert can and, I think, Mole can use it without issue. Loryn can if he makes the UMD roll. I think Gnubert should have it.
Loryn nods as they arrive at the area Mole believes to be where he saw some of the creatures. "Ok Gnubert, if you could ping us all with a charge from the wand, Drack can tie off and heave the anchor and then we can get to it."
Once Gnubert places the Freedom of Movement spell on him, Loryn drinks one of the potions of Swimming and steps overboard.
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30' Thursday April 27th, 2023 11:29:17 AM (ooc: Agreed, Gnubert should have the wand. The spell is on his spell list and he meets all the requirements. Mortimer could do it as well, but he would be required to make multiple UMD skill checks with each casting.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Thursday April 27th, 2023 12:44:58 PM
Ash looks over the side of the boat into the water. Even though he knew he was going to be covered by magic, it still made him feel weird about jumping in and swimming down. He pulls Oslo out and lays him by his bag. "You, unfortunately, cannot go with me as I doubt my ring covers you as well. "
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Thursday April 27th, 2023 2:29:10 PM
Drack is happy to let Manolo and Loryn take a turn on the oars. He doesn’t want to tire his muscles out before battle.
Once the group reaches the desired spot, Drack will do as Loryn says and tie off and drop the anchor. Once he has the freedom of movement in place, and drinks one of the potions of swimming he declares himself as ready as he’s gonna be. Once Loryn gives the word. He pulls his Elven blade, so it doesn’t slip out of the scabbard on the way into the water, and jumps over the side.
Manolo Michael a d20=14 ; Thursday April 27th, 2023 5:37:46 PM
Manolo looks around for anything in particular that pike his interest. He puts his head in the water for a moment as well.
Perception 23
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Thursday April 27th, 2023 8:04:54 PM
Gnubert takes the offered wand and waits the others to be ready. Once everyone shows stows gear, and prepares to disembark Gnubert will boop each with the wand finishing up with himself. Finally just prior to splashing in the cleric drinks a potion of swimming.
Active spells: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim d10+5=10 ; d20+10=24 ; d20+2=5 ; Thursday April 27th, 2023 10:49:54 PM
Before Mortimer takes his plunge, he decides to empower himself with the formidability of unlife. He immediately takes on a slightly more menacing aspect of himself.
(Mortimer casts False Life on himself. 1d10+5 = 10 temporary hit points. Duration: 5 hours.)
Like the others, he drinks down his swimming elixir and waits patiently for the spark from Gnubert's wand. He gives the gnome a wicked smile and says, "See ya in the drink," as he steps over the edge of the boat.
As Mortimer's eyes adjust to being underwater, he moves 15ft from the boat (Swim: 24) and takes a look around (Perception: 5). Apparently there are too many bubbles.
Friday April 28th, 2023 10:52:49 AM Mole keeps his eyes peeled for dangers. He doesn’t spot anything above the water but he tell that there is movement of some kind in the water below.
Torryn can spot that there is some movement below water though what it is hard to tell. She questions if they should drop anchor.
Ash leaves Oslo in the boat and papers to head into the water.
Manolo also notice movement below the water, down near the bottom. It could be large fish or there target. Sticking his head in he can clearly see that there are areas that were cleary disturbed recentl.
Gunbert starts tapping people with the wand once gear is stowed and follows Loryn into the water.
Loryn requests a dose of freedom of movement, drinks a potions and drops into the water.
Mortimer casts a spell and drinks his potion while he waits for Freedom of Movement. Once done he jumps in and moves 15 feet from the boat.
Below water you can see much better. Several large rocks are in the area with colorful plant life growing on them in places. There are areas where the floor has been disturbed, probably recently, the largest being about fifty feet to the east.
Mortimer swims forward to a large rock. On the rock area few crude drawings of tridents, almost like doodles. Mortimer has the best view of the disturbed area but he cannot make out more than its general shape.
{ooc: The water depth is 25 feet. The rocks rize ten feet on average making them 15 feet below the surface.}
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=11 ; d20=16 ; Friday April 28th, 2023 11:36:29 AM
As soon as Torryn was fully prepared: Freedom of Movement and Swimming potion, she was quick to slither overboard. Her intent was to make for the bottom.
(Swim: 11 + whatever the potion yields)
It was easier to follow the anchor down. the colours and unusual plant life immediately drew her attention. Being underwater was every bit as varied and captivating as being above it. In trying to take everything in, she looked all around.
(Perception: 25)
Torryn had her spear in one hand and a handful of anchor rope in the other, albeit she was far from glued to the latter. The potion had greatly increased her confidence under water.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 d20+7=11 ; Friday April 28th, 2023 11:49:11 AM
Drack will move with Mortimer, and motion for the group to stick together. The last thing we needed was for the group to start swimming off in different directions. Drack will try and watch the waters all around for signs of approaching fish people. (perception 11)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 Friday April 28th, 2023 11:49:44 AM
Drack will try and swim with his sword in hand.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+9=14 ; d20+2=12 ; Friday April 28th, 2023 3:47:56 PM
Loryn sinks to the bottom and start walking. He is just as fast, perhaps faster that way than he is swimming. Swim 14 to get to the bottom
Once there he approaches the rock, heading to the side to see better around it. Perception 12
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Saturday April 29th, 2023 12:14:58 AM
Gnubert swims below the surface and attempts to stay at a point in the middle of the group. Gnubert casts light on his holy symbol and follows the others.
Active spells: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 Saturday April 29th, 2023 9:07:01 AM
Ash swims behind Mortimer and Drack, figuring the more in a group the less likely to be a target of a random predator.
Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+10=23 ; d20+12=15 ; Sunday April 30th, 2023 12:52:56 PM
Mole drops into the water and falls below the surface. He scans the vicinity for dangers before trying to swim.
Perception DC15, Swimming DC23
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3, Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Manolo Michael a d20+9=29 ; d20+5=22 ; Sunday April 30th, 2023 9:12:59 PM
Manolo looks deep into the water as he moves deeper and closer to something that piques his curiosity,
Perception 29 Swim 22
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=13 ; d20+9=26 ; Sunday April 30th, 2023 11:31:53 PM
Gnubert falls below the surface with the others and takes a look around (Perception 13) as he swims with the others (Swimming 26)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=13 ; d20+9=26 ; Sunday April 30th, 2023 11:31:55 PM
Gnubert falls below the surface with the others and takes a look around (Perception 13) as he swims with the others (Swimming 26)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim d20+2=9 ; d20+10=20 ; d20+5=11 ; d20+2=22 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 12:08:55 AM
Mortimer notices the simple, trident-shaped symbols scratched on the rock face. He motions for Drack and Ash to take a look. "This be the place," he says, slightly muffled by the water separating them.
It was an obvious conclusion that trident etchings, on an underwater rock, in the middle of Dragon Bay, is a good indicator that the chum-munchers left these here, but why?
Mortimer draws upon his life experiences as a street vagrant. Beggars, vagabonds and even gang members, would mark buildings and walls with symbols denoting territory, describing attitudes of inhabitants and dangers to avoid, etc. He wonders if these markings are similar in nature. Or are these symbols possibly indicating directions to a camp or hideout. Very possible, he thinks. If there is anything that can read from these markings, Mortimer will attempt to translate (Linguistics: 9).
If nothing comes to him, he notices the disturbed area and states, "We should check that out. Been meddled with, the seafloor has!" He points in that direction.
He swims 15ft over, behind some purple plant life (Swim: 20. Stealth: 11). From his hidden vantage point, he tries to get a better look (Perception: 22, natural 20).
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20=12 ; d100=98 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 9:51:57 AM {ooc: Elixir of Swimming give +10 to swimming making all movement out of combat easy enough. In combat some difficult things will require checks.}
Mole drops in and sees nothing more than the others did.
Using the anchor rope as a guide Torryn works her way down getting a feel for the potion and the Freedom of Movement spell. From her position she cannot see much beyond what the others have seen.
Along the surface Loryn moves next to the first large rock finding it easy enough to move. Being on the surface he can see the paths worn by things swimming low and fast over the bottom but only right near where he is standing.
Gnubert sticks to the middle of the group.
Manolo moves to something that piques his curiosity. {ooc: He fails to mention what it is though}
Mortimer, having noticed the symbols, tells the others this is the place. He studies the symbols but they look more done in boredom then anything else, maybe someone keeping watch at some point?
Drack moves up with Mortimer and motions for the group to stick together. He doesn’t notice anything of note. He does find that the combination of magical effects allows him to move well even with a weapon in hand.
Ash joins Mortimer as well.
Everyone finds the swimming, and movement in general, is easy enough thanks to multiple potent magics effects. Basic actions will clearly be no problem.
Mortimer points out to those near him that they need to check the area near the other three rocks. It looks disturbed. He can see that there are several empty shells piled in two spots and what look like some small bones off to one side as well.
Survival DC17 / DC15 If you move within 10 feet. Highlight to display spoiler: { It has the look of an unused camp or lookout post. }
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 d20+1=17 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 10:21:40 AM
"looks like an outpost or camp" Ash tells once he notices the shells and bones after Mortimer. " We are in their territory I'd imagine. "
Survival 17
Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=12 ; d20=11 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 10:32:33 AM
Torryn swam forward, staying close to the bottom. Whilst excited at the sights and sounds of the new environment, she kept her wits about her and remained watchful for trouble. She hadn't been quite so "watchful" at heeding the "staying together" thing. however, she did feel the best qualified to spring a trap - if this was such; at least whilst Drack was devoid of his superior armour.
(Survival 13. She really doesn't know what to make of the bits and pieces highlighted.)
(Perception: 20 - watchful for predators or fish men)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 d20+7=23 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 11:07:04 AM
"Yeah, I agree Mortimer. I think we are in their territory. The trident on the rock probably marks it. Do you all think they will come to us, or do we need to find them?"
Drack continues to look around him for a threat or something out of place.Perception 23
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday May 1st, 2023 2:18:09 PM
Loryn heads to the sandy bottom to join the others. Watch camp perhaps, thinking after the attack that someone would come knocking. Mole, you're our best tracker, think any of these marks might be a trail to follow? I'm thinking the marks like head further from shore
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
Manolo Michael a d20+9=14 ; d20+5=17 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 6:42:25 PM
Manolo looks out and swims in the vicinity but he didn't know much about survival. Perception 14 Swimming 17
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=29 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 7:42:45 PM
Gnubert sticks to the middle and continues to keep an eye out for danger (Perception DC 29). Gnubert is not familiar with tracking, as he tends to lean on guidance from the Gods. "I do not know much about tracking, but if those who do say we should follow I am with you!"
Active Spells: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+14=24 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 10:05:29 PM
Mole sees the unused encampment. He swims up and tries to estimate how long it has been since the camp has been used.
Mortimer moves in to the disturbed area with Mole. 'Empty shells and small bones,' he thinks, 'this must be someone's dinner'. With caution, he inspects the freshness of the remains (Perception: 11).
He doesn't keep his eyes in one spot for too long; constantly darting about for any sign of danger (Perception: 15).
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 18 d20+7=16 ; Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 11:47:32 AM
Drack follows the others over to the camp, watching the surrounding waters for danger while the others investigate. Perception 16
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20=9 ; d20=9 ; d20=10 ; d20=5 ; d20=11 ; d20=6 ; d20=16 ; Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 11:56:55 AM Ash declares that it looks like an outpost our a camp.
Torryn swims up with the others keeping a sharp eye and sees something
Drak Agrees that they are in the territory of the enemy.
Loryn guesses that it is a watch camp to see if someone came knocking after the attack.
Manolo swims up and keeps watch.
Gnubert keeps an eye out and says he knows little about tracking.
Mole checks the encampment and is sure he could get an accurate time sense if not under water. As it is he would say it has been used within the last day or less. The bones are lighter and the water would have scattered them sum he guesses.
Mortimer inspects the remains, guessing it is dinner, and keeps an eye out.
Getting more comfortable under water the team has some good theories on what they are looking at. Torryn first notices a disturbance of the silt behind one of the far rocks. Gnubert is the first to see that their quarry is coming to them.
The first sahuagin coming into view wears a red sash and lets out a terrible sound. “Tagata fa'alavelave!!!” Aauan Highlight to display spoiler: { “Intruder!!!”[ /b] } As more become visible. From where you are you cannot see but thee may or may not be more coming. Each you see carries a trident and is, by any of your standards, fairly horrific!
_________________
Yellow Red Lt Blue Purple
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 2d4+2=7 ; Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 12:10:47 PM
" I don't speak his language but I am sure that wasn't a hello" Ash quips to the others,
His arms begin tracing the spell, his robe flowing in the water. Two bolts release from his fingertips at the purple sahuagin.
Magic Missle 7 dmg
Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 3d4+3=10 ; Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 12:19:18 PM "Anyone know what was just said? Stay calm everyone. We just walked into their house."
Loryn feels that this is one of those bigger folks looking imposing scenes that will do better than a scrawny gnome waving moments.
The gnome readies himself for an attack. Readied action Cast Magic Missile if they attack. If i need specifics. Loryn readies on the one who said whatever it is he said Dmg 10
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 5/5
'Eww' Thought Torryn. Weren't fishes meant to be pretty? This one certainly wasn't. She called upon her training in order to remain composed in the face of such horror and then quickly invoked her magic to bring form a veil of shimmering ghostly blue seaweed that sparkled in the water.
(Mage Armour - header adjusted.)
Feeling more confident with her arcane protection in place, she held her spear in a defensive posture. If it elected to charge, it was in for a nasty surprise.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 9:01:19 PM
Gnubert looks confused at the sahuagin shouting at the group, "Anyone have any idea what he said? Can anyone translate for us. I would think a parlay should be attempted first," Gnubert's words trail off as Ash fires off a spell, "Well that may make it a little to late to try the peaceful approach."
Gnubert swims to N10, and extends his hands showing no weapons, and peaceful intent, "Why are you attacking us surface dwellers? Have we caused you some harm we do not know about?"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 9:51:02 PM
As soon as the sea devils announce themselves, Mortimer immediately mutters a few words of power. An invisible force coalesces into a protective shield.
He moves slowly up next to Torryn to put up a strong front. Warrior types only respect strength. Show one bit of fear and this little dance party becomes a feeding frenzy.
To the question of what the sahuagin had said, he replies, "Not one fin or fang of it, but it does sound a bit narky!"
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 10:56:37 PM
Mole calls for Torryn and Mortimer to fall back to the line with Drack before falling back himself.
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3, Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 14 d20+10=18 ; d10+5=13 ; d20+7=26 ; Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 9:26:06 AM
Once Torry and Mortimer fall back in line, Drack will move 5' in front of the rest of the group, trying to make himself a target to any of the incoming Fish folk. He will activate his detect evil Paladin abiltiy, and will ready a swing in case they decide to attack.(hit ac 18, damage 13 should they come and attack) He tries to keep an eye out on the surrounding waters for more of them. Perception 26
"Somebody keep an eye out behind us. We don't want to be surprised."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 14 Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 9:28:47 AM
Spells: Bless Detect evil
Lay hands: 8/8
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+4=8 ; d20+4=17 ; d8=5 ; d100=11 ; d20=20 ; d8=8 ; d20=10 ; d8=7 ; Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 12:35:14 PM Ash causes some damage to the sahuagin in red. Loryn readies a magic missiles against the one in the red belt. Torryn casts mage armor and sets her shield in case charged. Gnubert still hoping for a peaceful settlement moves forward hands empty. Mole falls back and advises others to do so. Mortimer ignores the idea of falling back, casts shield, and stand next to Torryn Drack moved ahead of the group and casts detect evil. Evil is present. {ooc: You cannot move, cast and ready an attack. With no coordinates or details I put you in front of Mortimer as that seemed to make sense.}
The sahuagin with the red sash gargles when struck with the magic missile and focuses on Ash. As it begins to move a second missile from Loryn hits and it goes limp.
The sahuagin in yellow, who was on the rock, streaks down at Torryn with it’s trident moving fast but it fails to connect. {To Hit: 10} [i] {ooc: If you were bracing your spear please go for that result.}
The sahuagin in purple likewise charges at Ash. {To Hit:17 | Dam: 5}
The sahuagin in light blue moves more slowly toward Gnubert. {HIt: 24 | Crit Confirm: 16 Dam: 8/7}
Four more sahuagin swim into view, one being smaller than the other. Three of them stop the larger two gesturing the smaller one to go the other direction.
The final sahuagin to appear is different, larger with FOUR ARMS! It appears on top of a rock formation and issues a gurgling roar of anger!!!
________________ Yellow Red: HP: -17 - DIEING or DEAD Lt Blue Purple Lt Green: Dk Green:
Torryn had indeed set her spear to receive the charge. She was almost surprised though when her forethought proved the correct option.
(Natural 20! Is that doubled? Do you roll again to confirm? let me know and I will ad a second post to clarify.)
It was a resounding blow that actually pushed Torryn back a step - even though she was braced for the charge. Her spear impaled the creature, almost punching through its back!
Torryn had indeed set her spear to receive the charge. She was almost surprised though when her forethought proved the correct option.
(Natural 20! Is that doubled? Do you roll again to confirm? let me know and I will ad a second post to clarify.)
It was a resounding blow that actually pushed Torryn back a step - even though she was braced for the charge. Her spear impaled the creature, almost punching through its back!
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield 3d4+3=10 ; Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 3:14:18 PM
As a magic missiles shoot over his right shoulder, he shrugs and then mutters to himself, "well ... feedin' frenzy, it is."
Mortimer casts a spell that takes shadows and forms them into physical, dark bolts that go flying at their target. All three shadowy bolts slam into the sahuagin that is attacking Gnubert.
(Mortimer casts Shadow Bolt (aka. Magic Missile) at the Light Blue Sahuagin. Damage: 10.)
Manolo Michael a d20+5=24 ; d20=3 ; Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 4:27:10 PM
Manolo walks/swims to near the nearest sahuagin (M12) and starts to shout at him and taunt him to get his attention.
Swim 24 Taunting 3
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 3d6=12 ; Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 9:11:19 PM
Gnubert swims to directly behind Drack, and channels healing any in the party who have taken damage including himself (12 points of healing). "Well I guess a parlay is out of the works. Perhaps we should concentrate fire a bit. Work on thinning out the herd so to speak, well perhaps thinning out the school would be a better statement." Gnubert smiles at the others, and laughs at his own joke.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 2d4+2=4 ; 3d4+3=9 ; Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 9:27:13 PM
"Too much talking,not enough killing" Ash mutters. "Hold this please?" He asks the sahugain as he slams three bolts into him. (9 dmg)
Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 10:08:28 PM
As Gnubert steps back to heal himself, Mortimer (with a movement action still available) takes a 5-ft step forward between the sahuagin and the cleric (N10).
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=12 ; d6=4 ; Thursday May 4th, 2023 4:40:06 AM
(Rolls to confirm the Critical hit. AC: 16 hit - he was charging so that may lower his AC a tad. Assuming she hits, damage is either .... 4 x 3 +1 = 13 OR 4+1 x 3 =15 Not a world of difference; so go with whatever you typically do. In my games I double/triple EVERYTHING, but understand that many do not: no doubling of magic weaponry and strength )
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Thursday May 4th, 2023 9:22:31 AM
Mole moves up to support Manolo and Ash. The dwarf figures the others are more capable warriors and have Gnubert supporting them.
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3, Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 14 d20+10=23 ; d10+5=13 ; Thursday May 4th, 2023 9:42:21 AM
Drack takes a 5' move to the Sahaguin at O7, and takes a swing, hitting ac 23 for 13. If he is able, he will now activate his detect evil Paladin ability.
Spells: Bless Protection from evil
Lay hands: 8/8
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday May 4th, 2023 10:24:04 AM
Loryn casts Glitterdust at the group of 3 with the smaller sahuagin. The Glitter explodes in a 10' radius upon all of them.
Will Save DC 18 or Blind. If Failed, they get new save on Blindness each round
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+4=19 ; d20+4=10 ; d20+4=12 ; d20+4=18 ; d8+3=9 ; d10=6 ; d20+4=12 ; d8+3=6 ; d4=2 ; d8+3=9 ; d20+4=22 ; d20+4=9 ; d8+3=7 ; Thursday May 4th, 2023 1:20:49 PM Torryn was ready for the charge, catching the sahuagin on her spear and nearly killing it. Mortimer comments about a feeding frenzy and lays some damage on light blue before stepping next time him. (?) Manolo closes and attempts to get the creatures attention. He simply gets a flat look in response. Drack makes a small move and finishes off yellow. Gunbert moves behind Drack and heals his party. Channel: 12} Mole moves to support. Loryn attempts to blind the group that is clumped together. Ash casts a spell doing some damage to purple. This does allow the creature to try and poke him with his trident.
The purple sahuagin take the opportunity to attack when Ash casts his spell. {Hit: 18 | Dam: 9}
The two full sized sahuagin find their eyes covered in glitter and move about unsure. The smaller gives the scene a look of anger and swims off over the rock to the east. The blinded greens back away but run into a large rock and stop. Each lets out a surprised sound then blinded and when they run into the rock.
Light blue seems to smile when a target steps to him and lunges at Mortimer . {Hit:12 | Dam: 6}
The four armed sahuagin looks between the groups on each side of light blue and swims down at Manolo striking once. {Hit: 22 | Dam: 9}
Purple also swings at Manolo {Hi: 22 | Dam: 9} ________________ Yellow HP: -13 DIEING or DEAD Red: HP: -17 - DIEING or DEAD Lt Blue: HP: -10 Purple: HP: -9 pending concentration check from Ash Lt Green: Blind DC18 Will Dk Green: Blind DC18 Will Smaller:
Torryn figured that going after the two near the rock was a good idea. As soon as their blindness wore off they would be intent on attacking again. Her spear though, was not an option. It was stuck in the creature that had charged her. She looked to Drack. He could surely pull it free; certainly a lot easier than could she. He was however, busy. That was entirely understandable given he circumstances. As significantly he was somewhat closer to those blinded sahuagin. His actions might well dictate her own. Seeking to pre-empt as many options as possible, Torryn again invoked her magic. A coruscating, ethereal shield blossomed before her.
(Shield in effect - lasts 1 whole minute! header adjusted. Torryn will hold her move action until she sees what others are doing and apply herself wherever she is needed most. Now being the most challenging target of their number -she will seek to interpose herself between the greatest threat and its target. At least that's the plan.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 31/31 d20+10=21 ; 3d4+3=9 ; Thursday May 4th, 2023 6:16:20 PM
Ash isnt affected by the attack and throws three more bolts into the creature.
" I think some of that water seeped into your brain. Brine Brain we'll eulogize you as."
9 dmg(magic missle again)
Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 13/31 ; d20=10 ; d20+5=20 ; Thursday May 4th, 2023 7:23:45 PM
Manolo shouts out of pain as he gets attacked by both enemies.. He stays under control where he is "I am stuck", he says as he realizes he got stuck and flanked between 2 enemies. "I am not going to Gragul without a fight !", He shouts Swim 20 (if needed)
OOC: Will post attack and possible healing in 5 minutes....reading up something from past posts,
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 13/31 ; d20=10 ; d20+7=15 ; d4+1=2 ; d6+1=6 ; Thursday May 4th, 2023 7:38:22 PM
Manolo grabs his weapon and tries to stab the least strong one, he loses some of his focus as he thinks 'I am going to die'.
Attack 15 Damage is 2 if using dagger or 6 if using short sword.
OOC: not sure if I got the short sword as a loot only found it listed on the email but don't remember if it was sold I got it..... OOC2: drinking potion will provoke an attack of opportunity so not drinking any potion.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 3d6=8 ; Thursday May 4th, 2023 8:47:12 PM
Gnubert swims to L 11, and selectively channels healing his party, and not the enemy. The Gods bless those injured with 8 points of healing. "I would suggest we focus fire as musch as possible. Taking down one enemy at a time will provide breathing room for all of us."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield d20+10=16 ; 3d4+3=12 ; Thursday May 4th, 2023 10:35:47 PM
The blue sahuagin's trident glances harmlessly off of Mortimer's shield (AC: 23). A wicked smile forms across the sorcerer's face as he coldly eyes his fishy adversary. He had stepped forward, during the previous round, to block the sahuagin's next attack on the cleric. He now continues this dance by stepping backward (5ft-Step to M10, Swim: 16) out of it's reach to send forth another volley of shadowy bolts. All three slam into him.
(Mortimer casts Shadow Bolt (aka magic missile) on the Lt. Blue Sahuagin. Damage: 12.)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:26 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=6 ; Friday May 5th, 2023 6:57:38 AM
Having seen what was unfolding and given the position of the various parties involved in the fight, Torryn elected to move forward and occupy the two that appeared to be blinded. There wasn't really time to pull her spear free. She hoped that Drack would do that, but entirely unencumbered now she resolved to rely upon Agratha's techniques and kick them where it hurt. There was actually a lot more to it than that: a lot more, which was why Torryn felt vindicated in her slow progress. She did after all, have her dancing to focus on too. yet now it would be a different dance and likely not one that the Sahuagin would enjoy.
(Swim 6, but the potion greatly assists with that.)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+13=20 ; d8+5=12 ; Friday May 5th, 2023 9:33:24 AM
Mole begins to cast and places a hand on Manolo. Healing energy courses through him.
CLW healing Manolo for 12 points of damage.
Concentration DC20
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c), Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 3d4+3=10 ; Friday May 5th, 2023 10:33:56 AM
Suddenly there was a good deal of blood in the water, and it looked like much of it was Manolo's and Ash's.
Loryn considers moving back somewhat to get a clear line, but the unerring magic of magic Missile is his best option, and he sticks with it. 3 translucent bolts, tinged green streak through the water into the sauhaguin purple at M/13 Dmg 10
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 6/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 14 d20+10=12 ; d10+5=6 ; Friday May 5th, 2023 11:20:42 AM
"good work on the healing Gnubert. Keep Manolo and the spellcasters in one piece"
"Don't get too tied up over there Torry. I'm gonna be a few helping out Manolo and the spellcasters"
Drack moves to N10 and swings at the sahaguin at L10 hitting a measly ac 12 for for the minimum damage of 6
Spells: Bless Protection from evil
Lay hands: 8/8
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+4=12 ; d20+4=20 ; d20-1=12 ; d20+4=21 ; d20+4=13 ; d20+4=22 ; d20+1=4 ; d4+1=2 ; d4+2=3 ; d4+2=6 ; d2=2 ; d20+4=5 ; d100=9 ; d20+4=18 ; d8+3=7 ; Friday May 5th, 2023 12:30:16 PM Torryn casts a spell and moves towards those that are blinded. Ash is unaffected by the attack somehow and fires off another point blank magic missile. Manolo worries about his mortality as he swings and misses the attacker in purple. Gnubert swims to positions and Channels. {+8 HP to those near by} Mortimer moves and casts another spell ending the threat from light blue. Moled heals Manolo {+12HP}. Drack moves to attack those threatening the larger group. His attack is off the mark not use to being in water.
One of the blinded sea devils, the female one, clears her eyes but the other cannot. Dropping the trident the female in dark green attacks with a flurry of teeth and claws at Torryn. {Hit: 21/13/22 | Dam: 2/2/6} = Torryn’s AC is 27?} The blinded stabs feebly with its spear but doesn’t een hit the right area.
The four armed sea devil drifts back and stabs with his trident at Manolo before letting it drop to the ground. {Hit: 18 | Dam: 7}
The smaller sea devil is well and gone at this point.
________________ Yellow HP: -13 DIEING or DEAD Red: HP: -17 - DIEING or DEAD Lt Blue: HP: -22 DIEING of DEAD Purple: HP: -19 DEAD or DIEING Lt Green: Blind DC18 Will Dk Green: Smaller: FLED
(OOC: Just to confirm - as stated in the header, Torryn's AC is currently 26.)
The creature wasn't the only one that could attack with a flurry. Torryn responded in kind. Both attacks, drilling punches pistoned forward between the creature's arm to strike true.
(Flurry of Blows, so attacks at +7/+7 - {Hitting AC 23 and 25} - rather than +8. Damage is as listed: total of 7. Torryn is not strong and gets no bonuses to damage.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield 3d4+3=10 ; Friday May 5th, 2023 1:08:10 PM
Mortimer watches the four-armed sea-devil get one last stab at Manolo before dropping his trident. He wonders if this one is surrendering.
(ooc: Am I reading that correctly? Does that appear to be the case?)
Mortimer readies an action in case this is a bluff. IF the four-armed sea devil begins to draw more weapons and continues his attack, THEN he will fire another volley of Shadow Bolts at him. (Damage: 10)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Friday May 5th, 2023 3:25:28 PM
Ash spits a glob of bloody spit into the water, watching it blend in for a second.
" Two extra arms causes two extra problems it appears. "
The mage holds a sleep spell ready if the creature attacks.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield Friday May 5th, 2023 5:54:47 PM In this briefest of pauses, Mortimer can't help but notice being in an underwater environment has produced many different unforeseen experiences; that being the taste of blood in the water. Manolo's blood has a rather pleasant, savory flavor with just a hint of garlic ... thanks to Loryn's cooking. The sheer abundance of his blood makes it hard to ignore.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Saturday May 6th, 2023 10:25:42 AM
Gnubert watches the carnage around him as his companions manage to deal with the Sahuagin with little effort. Gnubert readies to chqnnagain if necessary.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Saturday May 6th, 2023 10:25:45 AM
Gnubert watches the carnage around him as his companions manage to deal with the Sahuagin with little effort. Gnubert readies to chqnnagain if necessary.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 13/31 ; d20=10 ; Sunday May 7th, 2023 6:40:30 PM
Manolo readies himself to attack but awaits to see if the four armed menace is surrendering or fleeing before attacking.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; Sunday May 7th, 2023 6:41:01 PM
OOC: Assuming Manolo got both heals.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 14 d20+10=19 ; d10+5=10 ; Monday May 8th, 2023 8:08:02 AM
Drack swings at the opponent standing right next to him. Hitting ac19 for 10hp.
Drack calls out across the water "Hold on for a few more seconds Torry. As soon as i finish this one, I'll be right there to help you."
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+4=22 ; d20+4=24 ; d20+4=17 ; d20+4=7 ; d20+4=17 ; d4+2=5 ; Monday May 8th, 2023 10:51:40 AM Torryn lands two shots to the dark green sea devil. Ash readies a sleep spell. {ooc: Assuming you were reading it, in the future please give me DC’s} Gnubert watches as his companions deal with the sea devils. Mortimer readies to cast another spell if attacked. Manolo readies himself to attack. Drack moes five feet and swing at the four armed attack, doing some damage.
The clawed four armed sahuagin was in fact going to use its claws but is cut down by Mortimer’s spell. Having no target left Ash does not cast sleep.
The light green sahuagin managers to clear its eyes {Will: 22}. It drops its trident and attacks with claws and teeth. One swing is perfect at Torryn and does some damage. {Hit: 24 from Nat 20/7/17 | Dam: 5}
Dark green says something and retreats away from the party swimming away behind the rocks.
{Torryn you get an AOO. Dark green went behind the rock, she is roughly eighty feet away. Her tokens position off the map is the general direction.}
One sahuagin is left and it looks in no mood ot give up the desperate fight.
________________ Yellow HP: -13 DIEING or DEAD Red: HP: -17 - DIEING or DEAD Lt Blue: HP: -22 DIEING of DEAD Purple: HP: -19 DEAD or DIEING Lt Green: Dk Green: HP: -7- Fleeing Smaller: FLED
Four Armed: HP: -19 DIEING or DEAD
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Monday May 8th, 2023 11:39:04 AM
Mole moves to support Torryn.
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c), Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
As the creature turned and sought to flee. Torryn lashed out and caught it perfectly at the back of its neck! Agratha had been trying to teach the art of stunning an enemy, but it had never seemed to quite work for her. This time she felt that she'd got it right.
(Roll to confirm the crit is only 15, but they may be enough IF the sahuagin is denied its Dex due to fleeing.)
(Damage is 3 to Dark Green (if not a critical .Save: F:13 or be stunned.)
Torryn had no time to dwell on her success or otherwise. There was still another green fish person attacking her and it had actually hit! She again sought to deploy her Flurry og Blows to good effect, but only the first landed. The second was a woeful miss that almost sent her spinning in the water.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 3d4+3=12 ; Monday May 8th, 2023 12:17:14 PM
It still surprised Loryn a little at how fast things happened. The fight was over in less than 30 seconds, well almost over. The gnome was not about to attack a fleeing creature, but there was one still presenting a threat and so. The gnome makes a growingly familiar arcane gesture and sends another set of 3 green tinged bolts of force from his out stretched hand Magic Missile target Lt Green Dmg 12
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 5/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Monday May 8th, 2023 1:00:10 PM
Ash watches as the others deal with the last creature. He checks the other bodies to make sure theyre all dead.
Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
(Should Torryn's attack actually stun the dark green Sahuagin, she will call to Drack to stop it giving warning. The less that escaped to return and attack them or other shipping, the better. She could not attack further, because she now had the light green sahuagin attacking her AND it had had the temerity to actually hit her!)
(Given Torryn got a 1 for her last attack, that will set her back for attacking in the next round.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield d20=11 ; Monday May 8th, 2023 11:26:04 PM
Mortimer swims over to the body of the four-armed sahuagin and checks for any signs of a pulse or sign of life. He is calm, efficient and methodical, as if he has done this countless times before (Heal check: 11, to determine if he's alive or dead).
"This one," he coolly states, "could be quite valuable to Bearclaw. If it lives, we should bind and deliver him to the guard."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 14 d20+10=16 ; d10+5=6 ; Tuesday May 9th, 2023 7:48:36 AM
Drack presses his attack on the wounded sahaguin next to him, hoping to finish it off. Hit ac 16 for 6.(I hate this die roller)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Tuesday May 9th, 2023 10:07:52 AM ”Well done all!” Gnubert says to all giving a quick glance over to make sure there are no injuries to his friends.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Tuesday May 9th, 2023 10:07:53 AM ”Well done all!” Gnubert says to all giving a quick glance over to make sure there are no injuries to his friends.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20=11 ; Tuesday May 9th, 2023 10:44:51 AM Mole moves. Torryn manages to land a hit on the fleeing shauagin but does not stun it. {Save: 15} Loryn is surprised at how quick the battle went and fires off a magic missile. Ash starts to check if the shauagin are truly dead, they are. Mortimer finds that the four armed creature is in fact dead. [d] Drack [/b] swings poorply but still finishes off the last shauagin. Gunbert congratulates the group.
Around you float several dead bodies but you know two of the sea devils go away. There does appear to be something of a trail leading off between the rocks but the bodies contain little of value beyond their weapons.
All in all you have been underwater for less than five minutes at this point.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 d6=1 ; d20=18 ; d6=6 ; Tuesday May 9th, 2023 11:04:16 AM
"We should follow while we can." Torryn advocated. She then called upon her patrons for aid, hoping they'd enjoyed the 'dance' that she'd just performed.
(Lay on Hands: 1)
It seemed that they were rather unimpressed. A little puzzled at this, Torryn went and retrieved her spear. She looked around to determine if the spilled blood had attracted any other predators, (Perception: 25) before querulously asking if they were sure.
Lay on Hands: 6)
Feeling perfectly well once more, Torryn smiled. It seemed that her patrons were teasing her and indeed had very much liked her 'performance'.
(Lay on Hands 2/5 used.) (Shield Spell elapsed. AC now, 22. Mage Armour still in effect. health is full. Header adjusted accordingly )
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Tuesday May 9th, 2023 11:08:44 AM
"Well, I am sure they're headed to the rest of their people and set the welcome mat for us. It's gonna get fun. "
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday May 9th, 2023 4:23:14 PM
Loryn is in agreement with Torrynashkabbeth "And the less time we allow for that right Ash? Lets get ourselves going friends"
"I don't think we have the time or resource Mortimer. our ability to be down here at all is very finite. Even the beach makes a solid 40 minute round trip. I don't disagree, but I don't see how"
Loryn sets off, walking along the bottom of the bay, following the trail. The dropped weapons were of minor worth to the cost of time and, let's face it, he was really slow and the others could easily catch right up.
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 5/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Tuesday May 9th, 2023 10:09:01 PM
Gnubert looks around and then begins to follow Loryn, "Well no since waiting on the inevitable let's get going"
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Tuesday May 9th, 2023 10:09:04 PM
Gnubert looks around and then begins to follow Loryn, "Well no since waiting on the inevitable let's get going"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield Tuesday May 9th, 2023 11:14:28 PM "Doesn't matter now anyways ... it's dead," Mortimer flatly states. "They all are. Oh well, let's go find more." He swims off with the others in the direction of the 'trail'.
It warms his heart that they are so eager to bloody the water. Maybe they're not as soft as originally thought, he thinks. Maybe become as hard as him some day. The thought makes him chuckle.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 14 Wednesday May 10th, 2023 7:05:10 AM
“I agree. Let’s finish this. We just have to be careful not to go too far.”
Having said what he needed to say, Drack swims with the rest of the group in pursuit of the fish creatures
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20+5=14 ; Wednesday May 10th, 2023 9:50:07 AM
Manolo tries to swim as fast as he can with the others. Swimming 14
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Wednesday May 10th, 2023 1:42:04 PM
5/10/23
Torryn suggests the group follow while it can. She checks to see if any other predators have been attracted but does not see anything. Ash points out that those who fled are probably warning others. Loryn agrees and sets off down the trail. Gnubert agrees to get moving. Mortimer moves alone satisfied with his group. Drack agrees that things need to be finished and doesn't want to go too far. Manolo swims and keeps up with the others thanks to the Freedom of Movement spell, none of them have much issue.
As the group travels they find the water getting deep the path continues though. After not long the path seems to end behind a rather large rock. Those in the lead also notice that more of the sea devils are approaching fast from the east though those that fled are not with them.
There are six similar to what you have battled in the past along with another four armed creature and one who is more muscular. {New art on slide 3} When they see you there is a general shoot of alarm and they rush forward.
________________ Yellow AC: 16 Dark Blu AC:16 White AC: 16 Light Green: AC:16 Light Blue: AC 16 Purple AC 16
Torryn made a small move forward to draw the enemy on and quickly invoked her Fey magic. Another faintly coruscating shield sprang into being before her.
(I am not at all sure that she can do this AND set her spear. If she can, she will. If not, she holds it casually at her side ready for the fight.) AC again back up to 26. 1 x Mage Armour and 2 x Shield cast. (of 4 spells) 2 x Lay on Hands used. (of 5)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield Wednesday May 10th, 2023 3:38:50 PM (ooc: How many minutes has it been since the beginning of the first encounter?)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 3d4+3=12 ; Wednesday May 10th, 2023 6:10:28 PM
Loryn notes the next group, a hastily put together counter strike Well he hopes it was hastily done and there are not scores of creatures just hanging out. No question on the young girl's courage Loryn glances up the rock, "Keep an eye up, they can easily come over on us."
Loryn sends a green tinged trio of bolts into the far left swimmer. Cast Magic Missle target Lgt Green Dmg 12
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 4/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Wednesday May 10th, 2023 8:25:29 PM
Gnubert settles into the middle of the group, and eyes the more muscular of the enemy.
Mortimer swims up near the front of the group (to C10) to help build a wall in front of the others. He happens to notice that Loryn draws first blood with magic missile attack. With his shield spell still in place, he decides to assist with his own Shadow Bolts. With one swipe of his open hand across the shadow of the rock, he sends forth three streaking bolts of negative energy. Two strike Loryn's target (light green), the third hits the white sahuagin.
(Mortimer cast Shadow Bolt (aka magic missile). Two bolts hit Light Green Sahuagin for 6 damage. One bolt hits White Sahuagin for 5 damage.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Wednesday May 10th, 2023 10:55:48 PM
Ash pulls out some Licorice root.. and casts Haste on Drack, Torryn, Gnubert, Manalo, Loryn.
"Lets speed this up."
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 14 Thursday May 11th, 2023 8:57:54 AM
Drack casts Bless while the group is together and in range of the spell. He will then move to D14 to take await the coming attacks, and to be in the front of the group.
Active effects: freedom of movement haste(from Ash) 1 extra attack with full attack, +1 hit, ac, reflex saves. Bless: +1 attack and saving throws
Spells: Bless Protection from evil
Lay hands: 8/8
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+4=24 ; d20+4=23 ; d8=4 ; d8=2 ; d20-1=8 ; d20+4=19 ; d8=2 ; Thursday May 11th, 2023 10:50:41 AM Torryn moves forward and casts a spell. Loryn warns that they could be attacked from above and launches some missiles. Gnubert eyes the more muscular enemy. Mortimer moves before finishing off the light green attacker and then slams a missile into another. Ash casts HASTE on the party. Drak casts BLESS and moves forward.
With on of their numbers already slain the sea devils are enraged moving fast towards the group. Two swim towards Drak but only one is close enough to attack with its trident, the four armed sea-devil cannot close fully. {White Hit: 19 Dam: 4}
Three of the sahuagin swim over the large rock and close on the rear of the party.
Light blue closes on Torryn.
Finally the larger sahuagin screams in rage, its muscles bulging before it swims forward. It is armed with a trident and a shield.
________________ Yellow AC: 16 Dark Blu AC:16 White AC: 16 HP:-5 Light Green: DEAD Light Blue: AC 16 Purple AC 16
Torryn dropped her spear in favour of fast, drilling punches. They seemed a better option underwater. With magical assistance, she was able to make a third attack. The speed was such that it even surprised her.
(+8 to hit with Bless in effect and Flurrying. So she hits twice. 8 Damage to the Light Blue Sahuagin. I rolled a third hit, but ignore it as I erroneous though she had +9 to hit. She would do - if not flurrying)
She was determined to help the others, but needed to dispatch the vicious, needle mouthed monstrosity before her first.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+4=5 ; Thursday May 11th, 2023 12:10:34 PM
The sea devil comes close to Mole. He draws his dagger and stabs at the creature. The weapon misses wide and Mole sticks his dagger into the coral in front of him.
Attack AC5
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c), Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield Thursday May 11th, 2023 1:12:31 PM
(ooc: Light Green is dead, he can't attack Drack.)
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Thursday May 11th, 2023 2:37:01 PM
{ooc: Correct you are. That is what I get for writing a post over two hours.}
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield, bless d20+10=28 ; d20+7=11 ; d20+6=25 ; d6+2=4 ; Thursday May 11th, 2023 4:53:06 PM
Mortimer looks over at Mole with his tiny dagger and he offers up a suggestion, "Mole ... use your big, wicked warhammer, yeah! You've got Freedom of Movement!"
He then notices that Big Ugly is heading his way and he's not looking too happy! Everyone appears to be occupied with their own fish to fry. He's got to hold off the boss to give the others much needed time.
"Time ta make the donuts!" He swims up (max 10ft as move action) to meet the raging boss on level ground, so to speak. With dramatic hand gestures and voice full of gravitas as he speaks dark words of power (Intimidate: 11) and a black, coruscating ray springs from your hand.
(Mortimer casts Ray of Enfeeblement at the Red Boss. Hit Range TouchAC: 25. Damage: -4 Strength penalty. Fort Save: 15 for half damage. Duration: 5 rounds.)
He then digs down deep to heroically cast another chilling spell. As soon as the words are spoke, his hand becomes a necromantic blaze of black, icy energy.
(Hero Point Standard Action: Mortimer casts Chill Touch. Charges: 5.)
As Mortimer awaits the large, raging sahuagin, he happens to mention, "I could've really used that Haste spell!"(Multiple touch attacks a round would have been killer.)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 3d4+3=12 ; Thursday May 11th, 2023 5:08:39 PM
Loryn believed, as all good gnomes believe, that concentrating ones attacks is the best course. All giants can be felled with enough smack to the shin. Loryn casts Magic Missile, his target is creature on Torrynashkabbeth if it is still alive, or one on Manolo and Gnubert (yellow)
Dmg 12
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 3/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20+9=21 ; d4=2 ; 4d6=17 ; Thursday May 11th, 2023 5:38:35 PM
Manolo tries to stab the closest enemy he sees screaming with both fear and excitement as a rush of adrenaline makes him feel powerful (because of the haste and bless spells) .
Attack 21 (d20+7+2(bless+haste)) Damage 3 (2+1) Sneak attack (if flanking the enemy because of Gnubert) 17
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+9=15 ; Thursday May 11th, 2023 8:34:46 PM
Gnubert shudders as the sahuagin closes on him. The cleric casts defensively (15 to cast a first level spell) and casts command on yellow, "Flee!" Will DC 20 to save.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Thursday May 11th, 2023 9:53:32 PM
"If I knew you were gonna be slapping people, I would have. " Ash says to Mortimer.
" Anyway, my water breathing friend, lets see if you snore underwater " he says to the dark blue sahugain as he casts sleep. Dc 16 Will.
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
Drack (Chris J) - hp 31/35 - AC 14 d20+12=32 ; d20+12=30 ; 2d10+12=22 ; d20+12=21 ; d10+5=12 ; Friday May 12th, 2023 9:31:55 AM
Drack takes the hit from the sahaguin and returns the favor. He swings at the sahaguin at F12, he then swings again thanks to the haste.
1st attack ac 32, nat 20. crit hit ac 30. crit damage 22 2nd attack ac21, damage 12
Active effects: freedom of movement haste(from Ash) 1 extra attack with full attack, +1 hit, ac, reflex saves. Bless: +1 attack and saving throws
Spells: Bless Protection from evil
Lay hands: 8/8
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+14=16 ; d20+4=16 ; d20+4=5 ; d20+4=8 ; d20+6=19 ; d8=3 ; d20+4=5 ; d20+4=21 ; d20-1=17 ; d8=6 ; d4=4 ; d20+3=6 ; Friday May 12th, 2023 10:25:43 AM Torryn, always quick to act drops her spear and strikes with fists, connecting with light blue. Mole tries his dagger but only breaks off some coral. Mortimer tells Mole to try a different weapon before launching a black ray at the larger sea devil. {Fort Save: 16 - Nat 2} Then, feeling heroic, he forces another spell. {ooc: nice round} Loryn wants to whittle the group down an finish off light blue with a magic missile. Gnubert attempts to command the attacking creature in yellow but as they do not share a language it doesn’t work. Ash attempts to put the sahuagin in dark blue to sleep but it doesn’t quite work. {Will Save: 16} Deck takes a hit and swings back mightly. The sahuagin in white basically explodes from the extremely hard contact! Sadly the four armed sahuagin was just too far out of reach for another attack.
Glading forward the four armed sahuagin moves gracefully, despite its odd appearance, and attacks Ash with its claws though it does not even come close to hitting. {Hit: 5 - nat 1}
The sahuagin in dark blue, having not been put to sleep, moves to flank Manolo and attacks with its trident. {Hit: 19| Dam: 6}
The sahuagin in yellow stabs at Gnubert with its trident, he also strikes some coral instead of his target. {Hit: 5 - nat 1}
Holding its position the sahuagin in purple attacks Mole with its trident and teeth. {Hit: 21/17 | Dam: 9/5}
As this goes on the raging larger sahuagin closes on Torryn with bloodlust in its eyes even though it has been weakened. {Hit: 6}
________________ Yellow AC: 16 Dark Blu AC:16 Purple AC 16
Four Armed AC 16 Red Dot AC: 19 Raging -4 STR
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield, bless d20+10=12 ; d20+8=16 ; d6=6 ; Friday May 12th, 2023 12:40:21 PM
A wicked smile splits his face when his ray hits the beastly sea devil. He benefits nothing from his rage, but still suffers all the penalties. He braces himself for this muscular seafaring freak's onslaught, but the idiot decides to dance with Toryn instead. "Well ... I can't fault him for that." He's not gonna be able to hit her. No way he can keep up with her moves.
So while the big guy tangos with Toryn, Mortimer decides to help out Mole and takes a flanking position behind the purple sahuagin. He strikes with his Chill Touch.
(Mortimer attacks Purple Sahuagin. +2 Flanking bonus. Hit TouchAC: 16. Damage: 6 hit points. Fort Save 15 vs. -1 Strength penalty.)
(MOLE gets a +2 Flanking Bonus against Purple Sahuagin.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield, bless Friday May 12th, 2023 12:42:55 PM
(ooc: I forgot to mention the d20+10 roll was Mortimer's Swim check of 12.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Friday May 12th, 2023 2:37:53 PM
"No, no, no, no" Ash says, almost admonishing the four armed beast. Even adding in a finger wave to add insult.
"Nappy time for baby boy"... he adds as he casts another sleep. (Dc 16)
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
Torryn was grateful for the additional magical attacks that appeared to heave dispatched her light blue adversary. Its replacement was substantially larger and more fearsome in aspect. In fact, it looked positively evil! that prompted Torryn to call upon her Sacred Dancer training and Smite it!
Hasted as she was, she was able to attack again. She sent forth a ridge hand chop that scythed through the water. It also scythed past its head -(Only hits AC: 17)
NB. Th raging sahuagin must successfully hit AC:30! The Smite grants her an AC bonus: Deflection based on CH - stays in effect until he's dead.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; Friday May 12th, 2023 3:33:07 PM
OOC: Going to post in 2-3 hours.... any suggestions what I should do ? Do daggers don't work on them ? I don't have a proficient with Trident to use.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield, bless Friday May 12th, 2023 4:36:25 PM
(ooc: Michael - take a 5-ft Step to C4. That would put you in flanking position behind the Yellow Sahuagin. Attack with a +2 flanking bonus (along with a +1 Bless and +1 Haste bonus) and deal sneak attack damage. Then do it a second time.)
OOC: Does Haste five a +1 to Hit bonus? I thought it just gave an extra attack? that would have been sufficient for Torryn's 3rd attack the previous round to hit. All academic now, but if the Raging Sahuagin has a AC penalty, that extra +1 might ensure a hit.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield, bless Friday May 12th, 2023 7:41:36 PM
(ooc: Haste gives a +1 to Hit, and a +1 Dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves. Dodge bonuses are one of the few bonus types that will stack with each other. You are also allowed an extra attack during a Full Round Action. It will also increase your Speed by 30ft.)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/31 ; d20=10 ; d20+7=11 ; d4=4 ; 4d6=11 ; 4d6+7=22 ; d4=2 ; d20+7=19 ; Friday May 12th, 2023 8:15:23 PM
Manolo quickly moves behind the Yellow Sahuagin and tries to stab it fiercely with all his heart on it while shouting "Leave Gnubert alone!!".
OOC: Thanks for the help guys and sorry for a late reply.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/31 ; d20=10 ; Friday May 12th, 2023 8:20:30 PM
Move Action : Manolo take a 5 foot step to C4.
OOC: I am scared to move my character and cause havoc on the map
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/31 ; d20=10 ; Friday May 12th, 2023 8:20:34 PM
Move Action : Manolo take a 5 foot step to C4.
OOC: I am scared to move my character and cause havoc on the map
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Friday May 12th, 2023 8:28:32 PM
Gnubert winces as the enemy swings at him and then exhales loudly as it misses, "Thank the Gods!" Gnubert takes a 5 foot step to A6, and draws his mace to devend himself.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+5=7 ; Sunday May 14th, 2023 10:39:49 AM
Mole completely for got about the Freedom of Movement spell. He drops his dagger and grabs his warhammer and brings it down with a "dud..." and strikes the coral again. (AC 7)
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c), Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Drack (Chris J) - hp 31/35 - AC 14 d20+12=19 ; d10+5=15 ; d20+12=27 ; d10+5=8 ; Monday May 15th, 2023 9:17:50 AM
Seeing that he is within sword swinging distance of his next target at E14, Drack will take a swing, hitting ac 19 for 15. Thanks to the haste, he will swing again hitting ac 27 for 8.
"I'll be over there as soon as I can" Drack calls to the group of spellcasters behind him.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 31/35 - AC 14 Monday May 15th, 2023 9:18:02 AM
Active effects: freedom of movement haste(from Ash) 1 extra attack with full attack, +1 hit, ac, reflex saves. Bless: +1 attack and saving throws
Spells: Bless Protection from evil
Lay hands: 8/8
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+4=15 ; d20+4=6 ; d20+4=7 ; d20+13=27 ; d20+13=26 ; d20+12=30 ; d4=1 ; Monday May 15th, 2023 10:33:39 AM Mortimer watches the big guy make bad life choices and lands a chill touch on purple. {ooc: Even with the +1 the last attack would miss} Torryn smites the big guys and lands one of two attacks. Manolo misses with his first attack but lands a devastating strike with his second, killing yellow. {ooc: Dont worry about map havoc, here is a back button.} Gunbert steps back. Drack finds he will be able to help Torryn soon as his second blow kills the four armed creature. Ash attempts to put the four armed beast to sleep but it is too late and the spell is saved.
Purple takes some damage but his strength does not wane {15 Save on the nose} He does not like that and lashes back but misses, badly. [hit: 6}
Blue shifts to also attack Mortimer, missing wildly! {HIt: 7}
Having been struck the barbarian sea devil’s rage grows even further and what damage Torryn did heals! It lashes out again at Torryn with two claw attacks and a bit! {Hit: 27/26/30 | Dam: 5} As it swings it drifts a little north making it harder for Drack to get behind him.
{ooc: I rolled the wrong attack stat block for the barbarian last time. If you notice a sudden jump in to hit that is why.} ________________ Dark Blu AC:16 Purple AC 16 HP: -6
The blow had come perilously close to striking her, but the magic of the Haste spell enabled her to sway aside at the very last instant, sparing her from injury. (With Haste in effect Torryn is AC:31, versus this Sea Devil). Its fury though, made it a very dangerous opponent. Even with all her magic in effect it seemed to her that it was only a matter of time before it struck true.
She took a small "step" to its right (her left) thus permitting Drack to come straight at anew. Then she attempted to Smite the evil creature once more. her open hands pistoned forward - Tiger Claw! Her raking attacks struck true! (AC:24 & 20 : Usual +8, +4 from Smite, +1 from Bless, +1 from Haste. Damage: +2 from Smite. So, 6 & 4
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 d20+4=12 ; 2d4=3 ; 2d4=5 ; Monday May 15th, 2023 11:24:44 AM
"Befuddled " Ash says to himself. He pulls out some Rhubarb and an adder stomach. An acidic bolt releases from his fingers at Dark Blue. (Hit ac 12, don't know the creatures touch ac) 3 acid dmg, 5 acid dmg next round.
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 3d4+3=11 ; Monday May 15th, 2023 11:33:39 AM
Loryn scans about, this fight was nearing an end, but he still there was a credible threat. Loryn send Magic Missiles out to strike the wounded creature nearby
Target Purple Dmg 11
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless Haste
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 2/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/31 ; d20=10 ; d20+7=22 ; d4+1=2 ; 4d6=9 ; Monday May 15th, 2023 6:22:42 PM
Manolo moves and attacks the blue one, trying to flank him with the help of Mortimer.
Move action : moving to E5 Attack 26 (d20=22 +1 bless + 1 haste + 2 flanking) Damage 2 Sneak attack due to flanking 9
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield, bless d20+8=10 ; d6=4 ; Tuesday May 16th, 2023 12:01:13 AM "Now THAT'S how ya bloody a dagger," Mortimer declares as Manolo carves out the sea devil's kidneys!
If Loryn's missiles finish off the purple sahuagin, Mortimer will then turn his attention to its dark blue buddy. Unfortunately he turns in the water a little too much.
(If purple is dead, Mortimer attacks the Dark Blue Sahuagin with Chill Touch. Hit TouchAC: 10, bah, natural 2! Damage: 4 hit point. Fort Save DC 15 vs -1 Strength penalty.)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+7=25 ; d8+1=9 ; Tuesday May 16th, 2023 8:38:09 AM
Mole takes another strike at the sea devil in front of him. This time the hammer strikes true.
AC 25, damage 9
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c), Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Drack (Chris J) - hp 31/35 - AC 15 d20+12=13 ; Tuesday May 16th, 2023 9:14:55 AM
Drack swims up onto the rock at E11 to be eye to eye with the sahaguin attacking Torry, and takes a swing, hitting nothing with a natural 1.
Active effects: freedom of movement haste(from Ash) 1 extra attack with full attack, +1 hit, ac, reflex saves. Bless: +1 attack and saving throws
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil
Lay hands: 8/8
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+13=31 ; d20+13=26 ; d20+12=16 ; d4=4 ; Tuesday May 16th, 2023 10:30:40 AM Torryn actually manages to dodge the teeth, thanks to her enhanced speed, and counters with two hard strike. Ash lanches a bolt of acid at the dark blue sea-devil causing its flesh to bubble and burn. Loryn launches another maic missile that ends the purple sea-devil! Manolo moves to flanking and strikes dark blue. MOrtimer cheers for Manolo’s attack but is to distracted to connect with his own. Mole glides forward and strikes with his hammer ending dark blue!! Drack swims though the bloody water to close on the barbarian. He swings but, being unused to operating underwater, mistimes the swing.
The remaining sahuagin glides away from Drack continuing to focus on the annoying Torryn for the moment. He attacks with claws and teeth yet again. {Hit: 31/26/16 | Damage: 6} Even though he finally manages to connect with one claw you can almost feel the frustration of the creature. ________________
Red Dot AC: 19 HP: -10 Raging -4 STR
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Tuesday May 16th, 2023 10:33:02 AM
Gnubert watches the group collectively handle the enemies and nods his head, This is where the Gods sent me, and a good place it is, with good people the cleric thinks to himself as he swims to C9 and prepares to assist however he can.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d8+5=11 ; Tuesday May 16th, 2023 10:36:21 AM
Gnubert reaches out a hand, and casts cure light wounds on Torryn healing for 11.
She was hit! And it stung. Torryn knew that Agratha would scald her for overconfidence, too much reliance on magic and poor form. She channelled her frustration into her answering blows: two staccato snapped side kicks, one low, one mid section.
(OOC: With Haste, Bless and Smite Evil in effect Torryn hits AC's: 25 and 16. Damage assumes 16 is sufficient. Disregard the second blow if it misses/thwarted by its scaly hide. Damage: 8 & 5
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 1x Mage Armour (still in effect) 2 x Shield (2nd will elapse after this fight. (1 spell remains) 1x Smite Evil (used for the day) 1x Stunning Fist (used for the day)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:26 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday May 16th, 2023 10:54:50 AM
Her flesh tingled and a frisson of delight raced down her spine as Gnubert's divine magic flowed through her. She was hale and well once more! She resolved to thank the gnome properly when she was no longer staring down the needle toothed maw of a savage Sea Devil.
(Header readjusted to reflect the healing received. Our posts crossed.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 d20+4=12 ; Tuesday May 16th, 2023 11:57:20 AM
Ash has gone through most of his repertoire of spells, and stands back waiting. Everyone seemed to have the situation in hand at the moment.
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 3d4+3=12 ; Tuesday May 16th, 2023 4:59:08 PM
Loryn knew that Torrynashkebbeth and Drack would have the last Sea-Devil put down any moment. There was no need to pile on. Then he had a thought and stood with a Readied action In case things did tidy up like he envisioned. Warrd had a hard sense of humor sometimes.
Readied action Magic Missile Dmg 12
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless Haste
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 2/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield, bless d20+10=30 ; d20+12=31 ; Tuesday May 16th, 2023 7:29:54 PM
With the flesh around his hand having transmogrified into icy, necrotic energy, leaving his blackened bones exposed, Mortimer gives Mole a boney thumbs up for approval. "That 'ammer delivers a mighty blow, it does!"
Mortimer then spins around to see the barbaric sahuagin. He notices it trying to move around Torryn, so he swims in to block his attempt to move around her flank (move to B11). This would also give Drack a flanking attack when he comes charging in.
(Acrobat Check: 31 vs. Sahuagin's CMD, to avoid an Attack of Opportunity from moving thru a threatened square.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield, bless Tuesday May 16th, 2023 7:34:29 PM (ooc: Swimming that distance required a Full Round Action. The Acrobatics counts as part of that action. So he didn't have a standard acton to attack.)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/31 ; d20=10 ; d20+7=26 ; d4+1=5 ; 4d6=9 ; Tuesday May 16th, 2023 8:02:09 PM
"Bloody right Morty !", Manolo replies back to Mortimer.
Manolo tries to help the keepers flank the damn thing and possibly attacks the only enemy left in sight and reach as well. At the very most help down it, or at the very least....flank it and prevent it from successfully hurting Manolo's comrades.
Action: Move action to C12 ( I believe it might be possible somehow without triggering AOP) Attack (26+1+1+2 )(d20+haste+bless+flank) Damage 5 Sneak Attack/Flank 9
Drack (Chris J) - hp 31/35 - AC 15 d20+12=24 ; d10+11=17 ; d20+12=26 ; d10+11=13 ; Wednesday May 17th, 2023 9:57:33 AM
Drack takes a 5' step to D11 allowing him to flank the sahaguin that had been attacking Torry. He swings once with power attack hitting ac 24(power attack -2 to hit, +6 damage), damage 17. he then swings again, thanks to the haste spell hitting ac 26 for 13 damage.
"Those should have gotten his attention" Drack says as the last blow hits the creature.
Active effects: freedom of movement haste(from Ash) 1 extra attack with full attack, +1 hit, ac, reflex saves. Bless: +1 attack and saving throws
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil
Lay hands: 8/8
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+13=24 ; d20+13=30 ; d20+12=17 ; d4=2 ; d4=4 ; d4=1 ; Wednesday May 17th, 2023 1:25:06 PM Torryn is struck but fires back landing one blow before…….. Gunbert is satisfied he is in the right place at the right time and heals Torryn. Ash holds his action to conserve spells. Loryn keeps a magic missile at the ready. Mortimer moves to provide aid to those in melee. (Nice Acrobatics check.) Manolo moves to surround the sea-devil barbarian. Drak moves slightly and lands two very powerful strikes!
The barbarian is not out of the fight this yet and quickly reacts to the fairly massive damage done by Drack. Ignoring that he is surrender he glances behind the paladin before full out attacking. {Hit: 24/30/17 | Dam: 8/10/7}
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Red Dot AC: 19 HP: -48 Raging -4 STR
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/31 ; d20=10 ; Wednesday May 17th, 2023 4:17:26 PM
"He is not giving up!", Manolo shouts bewildered that something can still fight after being so beyond saving (healing wise).
~ugh!~ Thought Torryn. She had done her best to hold the creature's attention, but simply wasn't the threat that Drack was. Her blows, whilst sometimes insightful, lacked in power. Still, she had an opportunity to be 'insightful' here as the Sea Devil was surrounded.
(Torryn currently gains +15 to hit, so 2 blows land: AC's 20 and 18.)
"Hai!" She shouted, focusing her Chi energy as Agratha had taught her.
(Damage: 5 and 8.)
She reverted to swift drilling punches. The short, telling blows hammered into the creatures ribs - or at least where she believed its ribs to be.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Wednesday May 17th, 2023 7:27:57 PM
Gnubert double moves to C11 and prepares to heal again.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/31 ; d20=10 ; d20+7=19 ; d4+1=2 ; 4d6=9 ; d20+7=21 ; d4+1=4 ; 4d6=8 ; Wednesday May 17th, 2023 8:04:00 PM
Manolo shouts after thinking for a second, "Now we are going to end him !", He stabs the damn thing.
IN case Haste still works and Extra attack is granted Attack #2 25 Damage #2 4 Sneak Attack/Flank 8
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield, bless d20+8=22 ; d6=5 ; Wednesday May 17th, 2023 10:02:12 PM
Mortimer helps out as he jabs the hulking sea devil with his Chill Touch.
(Mortimer attacks Red Dot Sahuagin with Chill Touch. Hit TouchAC: 22. Damage: 5. Fort Save 15 vs. -1 Strength penalty.)
He considered giving the beast a Grave Touch, but he will be experiencing that soon enough.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 3d4+3=11 ; Wednesday May 17th, 2023 10:33:50 PM
Loryn's eyes go a bit wide at the ferocity of the sea devil. He had heard stories of adrenaline fueled berserker rage, but had never been an eye witness.
The gnome lets loose another magical volley. Magic Missile Dmg 11
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless Haste
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 1/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+13=22 ; d8+5=10 ; Wednesday May 17th, 2023 10:54:20 PM
Mole sees Drack take a series of hits. He moves to Drack's side and casts a healing spell on the fighter.
Concentration DC22, CLW - Healing Drack for 10 points.
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c), Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Thursday May 18th, 2023 1:08:49 AM
Hes going to drop dead when that adrenaline wears off" Ash yells to the others.
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
Drack (Chris J) - hp 16/35 - AC 15 d20+12=28 ; d10+11=15 ; d20+12=23 ; d10+11=21 ; Thursday May 18th, 2023 9:23:35 AM
"I felt those." Drack says to no one in particular. "You pack a pretty good punch. My turn again."
"Thanks for the healing Mole. We need to drop this guy." After Mole's healing, Drack forgoes laying hands on himself in favor of taking two swings.
Attack 1: power attack 2, hit ac 28, damage 15 Attack 2: power attack 2, hit ac 23, damage 21
Active effects: freedom of movement haste(from Ash) 1 extra attack with full attack, +1 hit, ac, reflex saves. Bless: +1 attack and saving throws
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil
Lay hands: 8/8
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Thursday May 18th, 2023 10:04:48 AM Manolo is bewildered that the barbarian is still fighting. Torryn lands two more strikes on the beleaguered barbarian. Gunbert repositions himself on the battlefield. {I changed the positon as C11 contains the barbarian, unless you wanted to swim over it} Manolo deftly lands a telling wound, surprising the barbarian. A wounded Drack lands hard with his first blow clearly laying the barbarian low and checks his following swing. Loren and Mortimer know they could have ended this as well but get to save spells instead. Mole closes some of Drack’s wounds.
The battle done you survey the carnage left as the red of blood slowly dissipates into the large body of water. You can see that this group actually had some valuables on them. Searching the bodies you find several coin bags containing 297gp and 697sp, each had a trident and the barbarians shield is of clearly excellent craftsmanship and gives off a faint magic aura.
Also with some time to look, in the dim distance to the east, you make out what appears to be a sloped area that leads to a larger rock formation.
{ooc: as a player you can see a cave entrance but your characters do not have line of sight.}
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield, bless Thursday May 18th, 2023 10:26:24 AM
(ooc: Chill Touch allows one melee touch attack per caster level. So Mortimer can deliver 5 separate touch attacks with each casting. So he wasn't conserving anything by not attacking. :)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/31 ; d20=10 ; Thursday May 18th, 2023 10:31:38 AM
"yes, we took him down", Manolo says happily, happy that they don't have to deal with anything else at the moment.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Thursday May 18th, 2023 10:32:30 AM
"Nice shot Drack" Ash says to his friend. "Good work everyone, that was pretty fluid. Almost like.... water. " he adds with smile, as he flits his fingers in the water to added effect.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=19 ; d20=9 ; Thursday May 18th, 2023 10:37:10 AM
"Many thanks for all the aid, Guys. You're life savers - literally." She told them.
With the Sea Devil slain, Torryn's smiting capacity lapsed as did the arcane boost to her speed. Her fey armour would remain for some time yet. She swam upwards to peer over the rock, endeavouring to stay close to its surface. She had no interest in the coins or goods of the Sahuagin, so left it to others to check those items. She appointed herself, Lookout.
Swim: 29 to maintain her position just above the rocks and not present a profile that could be easily perceived.)
(Perception: 19 - seeking to spot anything approaching or watching them)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield, bless d20+3=18 ; d20+4=18 ; Thursday May 18th, 2023 12:21:30 PM
As the others are congratulating and celebrating the win, Mortimer gets down to business of searching through the bodies and collecting what valuables they have.
"We got a few pouches of coin ... almost 300 gold and 700 silver. Not bad! All these tridents are 15 gold a piece"(Appraise: 18). "Well NOW! This shield is magic, it is!" He casts Detect Magic and tries to identify it. (Spellcraft: 18)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+2=7 ; Thursday May 18th, 2023 2:29:52 PM
Loryn pulls back from casting at the last moment and finds himself exhaling for the first time since the battle began. He makes a mental note to not make such a thing a habit. Loryn is interested in all things that glitter and the coins qualify. "Shiney" he says to no one in particular.
The gnome walks over and assists Mortimer, "I say we tie the tridents together and cache them right here. Get them to the boat on our way out. Same with the shield unless someone can wield it. Be silly to leave it behind. We know there are future confrontations to be had down here."
Loryn casts his eye eastward and .....sees nothing but water. "Blindly forward or does someone see something?"
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless Haste
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 2/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 3d6=10 ; Thursday May 18th, 2023 8:33:53 PM
Gnubert waits until the party is all within 30 feet anc channels for the 4th time since they went under healing everyone for 10 points. "I can only do that 3 more times before I have to delve into my spells. Hopefully, we have enough healing spread amongst us all to help when that time comes."
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d8+1=7 ; d8+1=9 ; Friday May 19th, 2023 8:55:18 AM
Mole nods to Drack.
After the last sea devil is fell, Mole will pull out the wand of curing and heal Drack.
2 CLW spells from the wand healing a total of 16 points to Drack. That should fully heal the fighter.
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c), Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 15 Friday May 19th, 2023 9:15:17 AM
Drack smiles in satisfaction as his his takes down the enraged Sahaguin.
"I believe a punch in the nose has been delivered, but let's make sure the job is done. Let's head over to the direction they came from and make sure there isn't another group of them."
"Agreed Loryn. Let's leave the big stuff here, and pick it up on the way out."
"Thanks again Mole. I could have used lay hands, and saved the charges, but we don't know what still awaits us."
Active effects: freedom of movement haste(from Ash) 1 extra attack with full attack, +1 hit, ac, reflex saves. Bless: +1 attack and saving throws
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil
Lay hands: 8/8
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20=13 ; d20=8 ; Friday May 19th, 2023 10:02:33 AM Manolo is happy for the break in the action. Ash complements the rest of he groups actions. Torryn swims, trying to get a better look but can only make our that there is a larger rock outcropping some distance away. Mortimer gets to the real business of adventuring, the spoils of battle counting the gold and discover the shield is a +1 Heavy Shield As the others talk Gunbert heals up the party for whatever else they find. Grabbing a want Mole continues to repair the damage down to Drack. Drack appreciates the healing and agrees to leave the big stuff for on the way out.
The water around you is still pink with the blood of your enemies but it is more diffused every moment. The colorful plant life sways in the current and you have a moments piece.
Looking out in the direction the sahuagin came from the bottom slopes down another ten feet. About one hundred and thirty feet away there is a larger rock outcropping that extends up from the bottom about twenty feet in the area you can make out. You can tell that the lighting will be dim and the rescues what you can see as you approach. WIth only Torry really looking you do not see any movement but it does seem a good assumption that you have found where the sahuagin originated from this area.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Friday May 19th, 2023 10:34:37 AM
"So.. there?" He asks, nodding further out to the outcropping? " I have a few more spells incase there are a gaggle of Fishmen, but I am running low. "
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Friday May 19th, 2023 10:34:37 AM
"So.. there?" He asks, nodding further out to the outcropping? " I have a few more spells incase there are a gaggle of Fishmen, but I am running low. "
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Friday May 19th, 2023 10:34:39 AM
"So.. there?" He asks, nodding further out to the outcropping? " I have a few more spells incase there are a gaggle of Fishmen, but I am running low. "
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Friday May 19th, 2023 10:34:39 AM
"So.. there?" He asks, nodding further out to the outcropping? " I have a few more spells incase there are a gaggle of Fishmen, but I am running low. "
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=2 ; d20=18 ; d20=7 ; Friday May 19th, 2023 11:15:33 AM
The dim light was of no real concern to Torryn. She saw just as well in the gloom as in daylight. She swam over the outcropping, taking her time to admire the colourful anenomes as she moved forward - forward in order that she might better ascertain what lay ahead.
(Swim 12)
"Oh, my spear." She blurted, suddenly remembering the weapon that she'd dropped. That had cost her a pretty penny. It wouldn't do to leave it lying around for the next sea devil to come along and pick up. She moved back and around until she was able to retrieve the weapon.
"Oops" She said with a sheepish grin.
"I can't really see that far ahead, but there are some more rocks that way. It gets deeper and darker though - just so you know. We should probably make sure that there aren't any more - of the devils, I mean - before all this magic wears off. She hoped that the explanation detracted from her embarrassment. Still, it didn't hurt to move on; so that's what she then did - moving forward in the direction of the rocks, as indicated. She endeavoured to stay low, near the sea bad, thus presenting less of a profile to any would-be spies. This time her clumsy strokes were forgotten and she moved forward as smoothly as any seal.
(Swim: 28)
Sound travelled well underwater, better than on land; so she kept her ears as well as her eyes open for trouble.
(Perception: 16)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=2 ; d20=18 ; d20=7 ; Friday May 19th, 2023 11:15:33 AM
The dim light was of no real concern to Torryn. She saw just as well in the gloom as in daylight. She swam over the outcropping, taking her time to admire the colourful anenomes as she moved forward - forward in order that she might better ascertain what lay ahead.
(Swim 12)
"Oh, my spear." She blurted, suddenly remembering the weapon that she'd dropped. That had cost her a pretty penny. It wouldn't do to leave it lying around for the next sea devil to come along and pick up. She moved back and around until she was able to retrieve the weapon.
"Oops" She said with a sheepish grin.
"I can't really see that far ahead, but there are some more rocks that way. It gets deeper and darker though - just so you know. We should probably make sure that there aren't any more - of the devils, I mean - before all this magic wears off. She hoped that the explanation detracted from her embarrassment. Still, it didn't hurt to move on; so that's what she then did - moving forward in the direction of the rocks, as indicated. She endeavoured to stay low, near the sea bad, thus presenting less of a profile to any would-be spies. This time her clumsy strokes were forgotten and she moved forward as smoothly as any seal.
(Swim: 28)
Sound travelled well underwater, better than on land; so she kept her ears as well as her eyes open for trouble.
(Perception: 16)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+2=20 ; Friday May 19th, 2023 4:49:56 PM
Loryn agrees with Ash, "There is as good of a direction as any."
Like in the caves, Loryn could create light, as could Mole and probably most of the crew could at this point, so no worries there. Not the most perceptive gnome, but he had his moments
Perception 20
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless Haste
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 2/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Friday May 19th, 2023 9:33:15 PM
Gnubert nods his head in agreement to leaving the tridents behind for the moment, and looks ahead. "Let's get started. I'm already tired of being wet. I don't see how merfolk do it."
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Friday May 19th, 2023 9:33:16 PM
Gnubert nods his head in agreement to leaving the tridents behind for the moment, and looks ahead. "Let's get started. I'm already tired of being wet. I don't see how merfolk do it."
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Sunday May 21st, 2023 9:31:27 AM
"I'd rather you save your heals for combat. The wand doesn't heal for much, so I'd rather not rely on it when you guys are severely injured."
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c), Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Monday May 22nd, 2023 10:31:47 AM Ash nods to the rocks and mentioned that he has a few spells but is running low. Torryn remembers her spear, good thinking, and swims forward a good distance. Her swimming i so strong it distracts from her perception. Loryn thinks the rocks are as good as anyother place to looks. Gnubert nodes his agreement and wants to get started, complaining about being wet. Mole wants to save healing spells for combat and use the wand outside.
At this point the parties adrenaline from the fight has faded and they move to where Torryn is scouting ahead in normal outdoor formation. {ooc: I assume that has not changed.} They have closed about half the distance to the larger formation and can see that it is quite large and appears to angle down into the ground. It is clearly natural and any cave would most like be from a crack in the larger rock.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, shield, bless d20+2=18 ; Monday May 22nd, 2023 10:39:47 AM
Agreeing with Loryn, Mortimer bundles up the tridents and stashes them in a place that's easy to find on their way back. He swims along with the group as they venture a bit further.
"Oye, keep an eye out for that lil' bugger that got away. It couldn't have gotten far."
(Perception: 18)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/31 ; d20=10 ; d20+9=27 ; d20+5=13 ; Monday May 22nd, 2023 10:46:58 AM
Manolo keeps high alert on their surroundings. Focusing less on walking/swimming at the moment.
Perception 27 Swimming 13
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 15 d20+7=13 ; Monday May 22nd, 2023 11:51:54 AM
Looks like we are going underground as well as underwater. how long do we have on the freedom of movement? should we cast anything again before going in? what's your thought Loryn? press on or go back to land, replenish, and hit it again tomorrow. Personally, I'm for pressing on, but that's me. The haste and bless have been extra helpful."
Perception check 13
Active effects: freedom of movement haste(from Ash) 1 extra attack with full attack, +1 hit, ac, reflex saves. Bless: +1 attack and saving throws
Torryn eagerly pressed forward, delighting in the colours of the coral, the anemones and the algae. that was disregarding the small fish darting around.
(Swin: 15) She swam up over the nearest rock staying close to its surface and hoping to get a better view of what lay ahead. There was no question of turning back. She felt that they'd only just entered the water! Their magic had plenty of time yet to run.
(Perception: 11) The pretty fish were a distraction.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Monday May 22nd, 2023 8:33:45 PM
Gnubert swims towards the cave with the others, "I think we should press on. We should have at least an hour on both the freedom of movement, and waterbreathing. Plus we are already here. If we have riled up this ants nest we should pour alchemist fire on it to finish it off."
The cleric looks over at Mole, "That is a fair point. I will try to reserve my healing for combat to maximize it. As you can see I have not done much adventuring, I need all the advice each of you can give to become successful."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Monday May 22nd, 2023 9:44:33 PM
Ugh... is all Ash can mutter. " This is really going to put my nerves on edge. "
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Monday May 22nd, 2023 10:11:36 PM
"Push on. Take advantage of the spells while we have them." He says.
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c), Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 8:10:19 AM
The rest of the group is already chiming in along the lines Loryn was thinking and so he simply nods and gestures for Drack and Torrynashkabbeth to take the lead. "What's our light situation all? I can only maintain mine for about a minute. Good for a fight, not so much exploring."
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless Haste
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 2/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 15 Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 8:19:44 AM
“Light I don’t have, but we will likely need it in caves.”
Drack takes Loryn’s direction and takes point heading for the cave
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 15 Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 8:24:03 AM
“Actually, now that I think about it, I have a sun rod. It will help for awhile.”
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 25/31 ; d20=10 ; d20+9=10 ; d20+5=23 ; Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 9:56:09 AM
"Will this work underwater?", Manolo asks as he shows a torch, "It's called everburning torch I believe".
He keeps an eye on the surroundings while swimming.
Perception 10 Swimming 23
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 9:57:25 AM
Torryn continues to lead the group forward as they talk/ Heading to the top of the central rock a naturally formed cave is clearly in view. Without going past the rock itself the group can get close enough to see some details. It seems Manolo's eyes have adjusted to being underwater the fastest and he gets a good look at the cave.
The cave mouth is just short of fifteen feet wide but it looks as if it narrows as you move in. You can see some scratch marks on the inside edge of the cave that look like a crude trident, similar to what you saw previously. It appears to go from dim light to dark the further you move into the cave and its angle down does not allow for much further view.
The area also seems strangely devoid of fish though the colorful plant life persists.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=1 ; d20=4 ; Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 11:25:26 AM
"Not so many fish here. I bet that is like the same as with birds. You get a hawk around and they all vanish; so I bet there's a nasty predator close by." She told the others before again advancing. Well, that had been her plan, but in her desire to keep a low profile, she'd strayed too close to the rock and her top had snagged on a piece of coral. She immediately stopped and eased back, very carefully and slowly.
(Swim: 1. The +10 doesn't alter ca natural 1)
Torryn attempted to extricate herself - without cutting herself on the sharp coral and without tearing her halter top.
(Escape Artist: 12)
(OOC: Who needs a DM? I'll just write my own misadventures:) I'll say that Torryn goes nowhere this round, but as the Escape difficulty wasn't high, she likely extricates herself without issue.)
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 5:50:07 PM
OOC: Just popping in to look around as I'll be stepping in for Ryan to give him a break, and to see how many demons I need to bring to the "Let's eat the party as they are the other white meat" portion of the game
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 8:28:40 PM
Gnubert casts light on his holy symbol in response to the parties need. "Mine lasts for just shy of an hour, so that will help for a bit."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 d20+4=10 ; d20+11=19 ; Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 10:46:58 PM
Ash scans around in the water, trying to get his bearings. He looks at the foliage and wildlife to see if anything is out of the ordinary. Knowledge nature 19
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+12=17 ; Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 10:59:57 PM
Mole scans into the darkness with his vision. The spells placed on the members of the group will not last for long, so he suggests moving ahead with relative quickness.
Perception DC17
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c), Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim d20=12 ; d20+2=20 ; Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 11:52:00 PM
Mortimer swims up to the mouth of the cave with everyone else. He is glad that Gnubert could give the others the light they needed.
That has always perplexed him. He's never been able to cast a light spell of any kind. Which is strange since all of the other finger twiddlers in the group are able to conjure their own form of light. He, on the other hand, fails to ignite the fainted spark. Mortimer shrugs at the thought. He can see in the dark and a light spell isn't really necessary. They all can produce some sort of acid magic as well; which is very odd. Being underwater is probably not the best place to be slinging around acid. You'd put your eye out with that, he thinks.
(Perception: 20, to notice anything of interest.)
(ooc: Ignore the d12 roll ... that was an accident.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 11:55:27 PM
(ooc: Both combats lasted less than a minute each. Both combats were less than 5 minutes apart according to DM Ryan. Im willing to bet we still have 20 to 40 minutes left on FoM and Swim.)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday May 24th, 2023 6:25:54 AM
With the everburning torch and Gnubert's light spell, the group was covered pretty good. Loryn walks up to the cave behind the others. "Let's see who or what is home."
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless Haste
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 2/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 15 d20+7=24 ; Wednesday May 24th, 2023 9:20:05 AM
"I'll save my sun rod in case the other lights wear off. Torry and I have elven vision. We will lead the way."
Drack moves into the cave first, sword at the ready. "I hope this doesn't get to tight. not being able to use my sword would be a distinct disadvantage."
Perception check 24 going into cave
Active effects: freedom of movement haste(from Ash) 1 extra attack with full attack, +1 hit, ac, reflex saves. Bless: +1 attack and saving throws
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil
Lay hands: 8/8
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Wednesday May 24th, 2023 9:40:17 AM Torryn has a private battle with the water and the coral. It’s kind of a draw. Gnubert cast light on his holy symbol to help the party. Ash look at what foliage he can see. Mole suggests moving ahead. Mortimer moves towards the cave opening considering his inability to cast a light spell. Loryn is ready and thinks they have enough light. Drack leads the way into the cave.
The cave does not seem to narrow over much and the walls have been smoothed with time. Ash notices that you can still see the signs of the rock having once been one piece and cracking. Lines that would go together, smaller pits of stone on the floor are the biggest signs. Moteimr and Mole both have sharp eyes and make out places where markings have been made on the walls, some newer and some older, in a foreign language.
Drack is slightly ahead of Torryn, after her private battle, and has sharp eyes. He briefly thinks he sees movement at the end of his sightline but it is cut off by the tunnel leveling out after dropping twenty feet. He does notice an abandoned or dropped trident laying near the end of the slope.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=18 ; d20=18 ; Wednesday May 24th, 2023 10:06:20 AM
Torryn moved forward smoothly (now that there was no pesky coral to snag her meagre garments). She kept close to the South wall that she might better see around the corner.
(Swim: 28)
The gloom of the cave concealed little from her scrutiny. Perhaps it was the magical light that was helping. If so, it was also helping the enemy as they'd see the light before she and the rest of her friends saw them.
(Perception: 27)
(NB: Torryn has 1 Shield spell remaining and will seek to use it prior to a fight. That done she can enter combat and use her Flurry ability- or if range is needed, she has a ranged touch attack for 1d6 - which is Lightning based - fun in water. This is my last post for 2 weeks. Take care of Torry :)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Wednesday May 24th, 2023 10:14:53 AM
Ash follows up behind Torryn. He continues to examine the cave walls, checking out the markings. " If i could be down here for a week by myself" he thought. "The wonders I could learn."
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=27 ; Wednesday May 24th, 2023 7:49:14 PM
Gnubert swims in behind the others looking around for danger (Perception 27).
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=27 ; Wednesday May 24th, 2023 7:49:21 PM
Gnubert swims in behind the others looking around for danger (Perception 27).
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=3 ; d20=10 ; Wednesday May 24th, 2023 8:27:50 PM
Manolo tries to look around and swim but he starts to be uncertain "Do you think we will find something really dangerous.....like a monster? A really powerful one?" , He asks the group.
Perception 12 Swimming 15
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim d20+2=15 ; Wednesday May 24th, 2023 9:49:02 PM
Mortimer quietly points at the tridents scratched into the walls. He can't help but think that these sea devils really like their pitchforks. Must be an important aspect of their identity. Like before, when he studied the first set of trident markings, he looks to see if there is any meaning to their placement, position and direction they point. (Linguistics: 15.)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+2=11 ; Thursday May 25th, 2023 10:18:56 AM
Loryn moves along, walking still and not bothering to try and swim. He stays behind Torrynashkabbeth and Drack. Over his shoulder he answers Manolo, "One can only hope we do."
While the gnome can see as well as any elf, he's not overly keen on paying attention. Perception 11
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless Haste
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Speak with Animals 1st lvl: 2/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 15 Thursday May 25th, 2023 1:22:19 PM
Drack momentarily pauses and puts an arm out to prevent Torry from moving forward.
"Pretty sure i saw motion up ahead where it drops deeper. Lat's take this cautiously."
Active effects: freedom of movement haste(from Ash) 1 extra attack with full attack, +1 hit, ac, reflex saves. Bless: +1 attack and saving throws
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil
Lay hands: 8/8
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 15 d20+9=21 ; Thursday May 25th, 2023 1:28:14 PM
Subbing for Torry.
The sacred dancer stops as Drack does and puts an arm out. "If we come across something hostile ill throw my shield up and then detect evil if there is time. That way we can each pick a different target and smite."
Torry peers into the tunnel ahead trying to spot something Drack may have missed. perception 21
(NB: Torryn has 1 Shield spell remaining and will seek to use it prior to a fight. That done she can enter combat and use her Flurry ability- or if range is needed, she has a ranged touch attack for 1d6 - which is Lightning based - fun in water. This is my last post for 2 weeks. Take care of Torry :)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 15 d20+7=25 ; Thursday May 25th, 2023 1:29:27 PM
Drack also peers ahead, trying to re-spot what he saw moving, and failing seeing anything will slowly move forward. perception 25
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+12=25 ; Friday May 26th, 2023 9:17:32 AM
Mole maintains his position in the order and uses his darkvision to continues to scan the darkness for trouble.
Perception DC25
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c), Hide from Animals 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 d20+9=21 ; Friday May 26th, 2023 9:50:47 AM
Ask kept his position, checking out the scribbles.
Linguistics 21
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20=12 ; d20=19 ; d20=16 ; Friday May 26th, 2023 10:51:19 AM
Everyone blinks and the Wold is moving again after a moment without direction!
{ooc: Please keep track of how far you can see please.}
Mortime checks the markings, they are oriented pointing into the cave and seem to be donw with a steadier hand. Ash thinks these are more for wayfinding where the previons were doodles.
Continuing down the tunnel you come to a large rock in the center that you can swim around on each side. Once you look around that edge you can see the start of a very large chamber again with large rocks scattered about. This is however different as it look like the rocks breach the water. The relative depth looks to be about thirty feet with a pocket of air above it, maybe ten feet in height.
You are entering near the bottom of the cave making the water fill to thirty feet above you with a ten foot air cap. It is dark save your light sources which surely are casting shadows of your approach. There is movement ahead of you in the dark!
{ooc: Red dotted line is roughly where you can see to with 60ft of dark vision.}
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday May 26th, 2023 3:59:20 PM
Loryn walks along and with the movement ahead decides now is the time to bring in some more distant light. Loryn can barely make out the larger rock just inside the cavern and decides that is where he will conjure his lights. Dancing Lights; 4 lights in a square, each 10' apart, each provides light as a torch. location 9/10 x q/r
"Let's see if we can see what is moving about eh?"
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless Haste
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 10/10 rnds 1st lvl: 2/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20+9=10 ; d4=1 ; d20+5=22 ; Friday May 26th, 2023 7:44:34 PM
Manolo keeps a look at their rear, while still swimming with the group. Perception 10 (rolled 1). Swimming 22
OOC: d4 was a mistake
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 15 d20+7=25 ; Saturday May 27th, 2023 7:37:08 AM
"Well done on the lights Loryn. That will help nicely. Torry, let's stay together this time, and work as a team. We will do better if we are able to flank."
Drack moves up to the first rock before the passage opens into the tunnel and keeps an out out for movement. Perception 25
Active effects: freedom of movement haste(from Ash) 1 extra attack with full attack, +1 hit, ac, reflex saves. Bless: +1 attack and saving throws
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil
Lay hands: 8/8
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 15 d20+9=22 ; Saturday May 27th, 2023 7:43:24 AM
(Subbing for Torry)
Torry tries to hold in her desire to dance ahead and see what there is to see, but She sticks with Drack and moves up next to him, also peering into the cave. perception 22
(NB: Torryn has 1 Shield spell remaining and will seek to use it prior to a fight. That done she can enter combat and use her Flurry ability- or if range is needed, she has a ranged touch attack for 1d6 - which is Lightning based - fun in water. This is my last post for 2 weeks. Take care of Torry :)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Saturday May 27th, 2023 4:14:45 PM
Ash waits to see what Loryn's spell lights up, before moving forward. The underwater cave was making his nerves go crazy. He was trying to figure in his head how much time his spell effects had left.
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=15 ; Saturday May 27th, 2023 8:08:51 PM
Gnubert follow along behind Drack and Loryn. The cleric wants to be in poistion to help as soon as necessary, and at the moment all dangers seems to be in front of them. The cleric continually looks around for danger, and points of interest (Perception DC 15)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, darkvision d20+2=12 ; Saturday May 27th, 2023 10:21:07 PM
Mortimer continues swimming forward with Drack and Toryn. If the light from Gnubert and Loryn (not certain of their locations) goes beyond what they need to see, Mortimer will cast Darkvision on himself and attempt to see into the shadows beyond their lumination.
(Mortimer casts Darkvision on himself. Range: 60ft. Duration: 5 hours.)
(Perception: 12)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Sunday May 28th, 2023 8:41:57 AM
Mole will hide from animals on 5 members of the group, then use his pearl of power to recall it and use it again on the rest of the group.
"This should keep any animal surprises to a minimum."
Effects: Hide from Animals (duration 50 minutes) - "Animals cannot sense the warded creatures. Even extraordinary or supernatural sensory capabilities, such as blindsense, blindsight, scent, and tremorsense, cannot detect or locate warded creatures. Animals simply act as though the warded creatures are not there."
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c), Hide from Animals (c) 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Monday May 29th, 2023 8:04:07 AM Manolo keeps to the back but does not see much as a bit of something brushed across one eyeball. Mole casts hide from enemies so they avoid any wildlife, hopefully. {ooc: I think you know the Sea Devils sometimes have pet sharks so thats smart!} Drack thanks Loryn for the lights and begins to move up to the first rock before the passage opens. Torryn moves forward, not rushing ahead of Drack, and keeps pave. Gnubert stays behind Drack and Loryn so they are in position to help. Mortimer continues swimming and casts Darkvision on himself. Loryn calls forth some dancing balls of light that help to light the room. Ash follows the movement of the dancing lights.
By the time you get to the rock in the center of the path, splitting the pathway, the cave ceiling rises to twenty feet. Inside the cave, as described, the water is thirty feet deep and, at least, the rocks near you once out of the tunnel seem to end near the top of the water. Beyond that is an air bubble of some sort.
Between moving forward and the added light you can see a lot more of what is going on, though you may not want to. The movement was in fact more sahuagin! You see several swimming into the light. It looks like four normal sahuagin, two barbarian and four of a type you have not seen before.
The new type wear little in the way of armor and carry spears. They are slimmer than those you have seen, probably not as strong. They stay back a little as the others surge forward. The barbarians and warriors spread out as you move. Clearly this group was moving to intercept you having been warned by those who fled the field at the start.
The cavern is large with the new light you can see what looks like a ruined small ship sitting on the bottom of water. Other items seem to be scattered about though they would have had to have been moved here.
{ooc: You have two maps. One is an enlargement of the section of the larger chamber.} {ooc: All the sahuagin are a mix of male and female, not even but probably 60/40}
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 15 d20+12=15 ; d10+5=9 ; Monday May 29th, 2023 11:39:54 AM
"Torry, let's move up a few feet, and hold the line here. Keep the spell casters and healers behind us to work their magic without fear of getting attacked. If we are fighting, and they are doing their thing, we should be able to handle this."
Drack moves up a few feet, and readies for the first one of them to get in range. readied attack ac15, damage 9
Active effects: freedom of movement haste(from Ash) 1 extra attack with full attack, +1 hit, ac, reflex saves. Bless: +1 attack and saving throws
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil
Lay hands: 8/8
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 15 Monday May 29th, 2023 11:45:59 AM
(Subbing for Torry) HP 27/27, AC 22
"We can hope so Dracky. Not much room to dance here though. I'd prefer a little more open space, but having the healing and spellcasters behind us makes sense."
Torry moves up a few feet and will cast shield to make herself very hard to hit, and will wait for them to come.
Active Shield, bless, Haste, freedom of movement, water breathing, swim
(NB: Torryn has 1 Shield spell remaining and will seek to use it prior to a fight. That done she can enter combat and use her Flurry ability- or if range is needed, she has a ranged touch attack for 1d6 - which is Lightning based - fun in water. This is my last post for 2 weeks. Take care of Torry :)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=10 ; d20=7 ; Monday May 29th, 2023 7:11:05 PM
Manolo looks outside one more time and will start to move forward with the others with the intent of being able to help or flank if needed.
Mortimer quietly renews his protective magiks and moves up to the front line with Drack and Toryn. He was no stranger to scrapping it out with the melee types. Having so few spell castings left, he may need to put his new, mithril sickle to the test (counts as silvered, without the dulling effect).
When he see's the new, smaller humanoids in the back, he mutters, "Who are they? With no one answering him, Mortimer chooses to address them with the same question.
"Oye!," he shouts as he points to one of them. Who are you? We only have quarrel with the Sahuagin. Are you their captives?"
(Perception: 11)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Tuesday May 30th, 2023 8:44:11 AM
Gnubert shakes his head knowing diplomacy will not work, and draws his mace in anticipation of the battle coming. The cleric stay behind the front line, and waits.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Tuesday May 30th, 2023 10:40:57 AM Drack signals for the others to hold position and let the new arrivals come to them. Torryn cast shield and waits for the attackers. Manolo moves forward to help with flanking. Mortimer moves to the front with the others and shouts to the new arrivals. Gnubert knows diplomacy will not work and stays behind the front line.
The sahuagin do not move forward to attack though they have what is clearly and attack posture. One of the new, smaller, version of the sahuagin yells
अंधेरा लाओ!!!” Aquan Highlight to display spoiler: {} “Bring darkness!”
and each calls forth an area of magical darkness that surrounds them. {ooc: The grey circles are the areas of darkness.
The others drift back closer to the new areas of darkness as the light blue barbarian bellows unintelligible at your group!!
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 d20+4=5 ; Tuesday May 30th, 2023 10:52:26 AM
Ash lets an acid arrow fly forth, but is dismayed as it sails harmlessly into the dark water.
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
1st , Sleep 2nd - Glitterdust 3rd - Fireball
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 d20+4=5 ; Tuesday May 30th, 2023 10:52:30 AM
Ash lets an acid arrow fly forth, but is dismayed as it sails harmlessly into the dark water.
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
1st , Sleep 2nd - Glitterdust 3rd - Fireball
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 3d4+3=15 ; Tuesday May 30th, 2023 11:05:01 AM
Loryn leaves the Dancing Lights right where they are, moves up next to Gnubert and casts Magic Missile at one of the barbarians. (b1)
Dmg 15
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 9/10 rnds 1st lvl: 1/7 2nd lvl: 4/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Fey Spark: d20+7=9 ; on the off chance that hits damage would be: d6=6 ; Tuesday May 30th, 2023 12:33:10 PM
OOC: Thank's Chris for picking up on Toryy's actions, I missed an email from Nick asking me to cover for him
IC: If the enemy is within range for a spell, but not combat then Torry will use her Fey Spark to target one
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 15 d6=2 ; d20+7=21 ; Tuesday May 30th, 2023 12:52:39 PM
(Subbing for Torry)
Torry launches a fey spark at the sahaguin at V7 for 2 damage. Ranged touch attack 21, and then waits to see what they do next.
(NB: she can enter combat and use her Flurry ability- or if range is needed, she has a ranged touch attack for 1d6 - which is Lightning based - fun in water. This is my last post for 2 weeks. Take care of Torry :)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 17 Tuesday May 30th, 2023 12:58:06 PM
Having nothing else to do for a moment, Drack will cast protection from evil.
"Great. they have spellcasters. If any of you all have a spell to help me in combat, feel free. Otherwise, we roll as it is. I hope we got enough reserves for these guys."
Active effects: freedom of movement haste(from Ash) 1 extra attack with full attack, +1 hit, ac, reflex saves. Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 8/8
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 17 Tuesday May 30th, 2023 12:59:55 PM
(no problem Jon, I agreed to do this for Nick a couple months ago.)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; Tuesday May 30th, 2023 6:49:26 PM
Manolo goes a little bit further and reloads a arrow in case he needs to use it (cross Bow) and awaits for the others to take action.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Tuesday May 30th, 2023 9:03:20 PM
Gnubert moves to K4 and casts Bless on the party. (Each ally gains a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects.) "I can't dispell their darkness!"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Tuesday May 30th, 2023 9:21:44 PM
Mortimer reaches over and delivers a touch to Drack. "Now ya can see in the dark, yeah."
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 Tuesday May 30th, 2023 10:11:06 PM
Mole moves up behind the Drack and Torryn.
Spells 0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c), Hide from Animals (c) 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Drack (Chris J) - hp 32/35 - AC 17 Wednesday May 31st, 2023 7:20:09 AM
(Gnubert, bless was already active and cast by Drack in the last fight.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Wednesday May 31st, 2023 8:47:45 AM
(ooc: A 5th level Paladin is only has 2 caster levels. So your Bless spell only lasted 2 minutes.)
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20=11 ; d20=5 ; d20=10 ; d20=9 ; d4=3 ; Wednesday May 31st, 2023 10:00:13 AM Ash sends some acid off into the dark. Loryn hits a barbarian with a magic missile. Torryn does minor damage to the sea devil in yellow. Drack growses about them having spell casters and prepares to fight. Gnubert casts bless on the party. Mortimer casts darkvision on Drack! Manolo loads a crossbow bolt. Mole moves up.
The new type all glide forward towards the group, two of them fire crossbow bolts into the ground near the front of the party in an attempt to make the area darker. It has little effect as the party has light spells active. The other two, each inside their own bubble of darkness chant a spell.
Blindness at Torryn and Drack / DC15 Fort Negates
The others surge forward with only one barbarian closing close enough to swing at Drack with a claw. {Hit: 23 | Dam: 9}
Drack (Chris J) - hp 29/35 - AC 17 d20+12=14 ; d20+12=21 ; 2d6=6 ; d20+11=29 ; d20+11=25 ; 2d10+10=25 ; Wednesday May 31st, 2023 10:32:36 AM
(you're right Mortimer, my bad)
Drack will shake off the effects of the blindness spell(15 exactly if creature is evil. If not, i will use a hero point and save) He takes the hit from the sahaguin, then lays hands on himself as a swift action(heal for 6), and swings back. hitting ac 29(threat) ac 25 for the crit. Damage for the crit is 25
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 7/8
Drack (Chris J) - hp 29/35 - AC 17 d20+3=8 ; d20+3=9 ; Wednesday May 31st, 2023 10:57:52 AM
(Can someone help me out on Torry's flurry of blows to hit and damage? Never done a monk before, and its confusing the hell out of me. I'm not sure my numbers are right here. am I way off here? with no str bonus, I'm seeing a +3 to hit and 1d3 damage)
Assuming the sahaguin that hit Drack has not been destroyed, Torry will use her flurry of blows on him, taking a 5' step if necessary. attack 1: ac 9, attack 2: ac 10
"Anyone have another one of those haste spells?"
(NB: she can enter combat and use her Flurry ability- or if range is needed, she has a ranged touch attack for 1d6 - which is Lightning based - fun in water. This is my last post for 2 weeks. Take care of Torry :)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 29/35 - AC 17 Wednesday May 31st, 2023 10:58:17 AM
last post was obviously subbing for Torry
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday May 31st, 2023 11:28:44 AM
The sea devils surge forward. Loryn looks to even the odds again. The gnome casts Glitterdust targeting the large group between the cave wall and the rock
Intersection M/N x 8/9 10' radius save or blind Will DC 16
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 8/10 rnds 1st lvl: 1/7 2nd lvl: 3/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+8=16 ; 5d6=26 ; Wednesday May 31st, 2023 12:00:40 PM
When all heck breaks loose, Mortimer moves forward (5-ft step) to assist Drack with the barbarian. He invokes the power of his cold iron skull ring, that he found in the Wardd's Lucky Basement. His hand crackles with eldritch energies as he reaches out for the barbarian (B1).
(Mortimer attacks Barbarian B1 with Shocking Grasp (frost version) from ring (1/week ability). Hit TouchAC: 16. Damage: 26 cold damage.)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=13 ; d8=4 ; Wednesday May 31st, 2023 5:54:14 PM
Manolo fires at the closet enemy. 'here it goes', he thinks as he fires from his trusty crossbow with a trembling hands.
Attack with crossbow 22 (13+7+1) Attack with crossbow 23 if target is within 30 feet due to point blank feat.
Damage 4
Didn't apply any negative modifiers as I am mostly clueless on ranged attacks ):
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 d20+10=24 ; 5d6=22 ; Wednesday May 31st, 2023 8:45:14 PM
When Ash prepared his spells... he didn't know whether fireball was worth it. He knew from his studies that it was hard to cast underwater, and most times fizzled... but he also knew if it worked it could be devastating. He concentrated before beginning his hand movements and words of power. When he opened his eyes, he was delighted to see his powers where sufficient and the the pea shaped ball fly forward before setting the water into a boil.
Dropping fireball on N9 to capture B1,B2,Dark Blue, Purple,M3 and M2 in the radius while also Not catching mortimer. Spell check to cast fireball under water 24, DC is 23. DAMAGE 22, Reflex for Half.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 48/48; CMD 16 d20+5=19 ; d8+1=9 ; Wednesday May 31st, 2023 10:07:24 PM
Mole moves forward and engages one of the sea devils. With a mighty swing, he brings his hammer to bare.
AC19, damage 9
0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c), Hide from Animals (c) 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 Thursday June 1st, 2023 12:13:18 AM
OOC: it's difficult to write on this tablet. Torry has +6 to hit with Flurry. She is 1d6 damage if she hits. It seems very unlikely that she hits. Luckily her AC is 22.
Currently I Montréal. 😋
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Thursday June 1st, 2023 7:16:28 AM
Gnubert watches the more offensive members of the group begin their assault on the Sahuagin and is impressed by the use of their spells both in the attempt to damage the numbers, and in controlling the battlefield.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Thursday June 1st, 2023 1:40:01 PM
Ooc: Fireball DC is 18 to save
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20=5 ; Thursday June 1st, 2023 1:48:41 PM
Round 3
Drack is not blinded and lays in a powerful blow on barbarian 1. [b[ Torryn [/b] moves forward and misses with two strikes. Loryn takes advantage of the choke point and catches six enemies in glitterdust! {WIll Saves: Dead / 16 / 10/ 10 / 19 / 21} Mortimer connects with frost grasp on the barbarian doing more major damage. Manolo fires his crossbow, above water it would hit, but not here and not firing into melee. {ooc: It is -2 for ever five feet traveled with a ranged attack} Ash further shows the folly of tight groups with a fireball that immediately kills barbarian 1 and damages several others. {Reflex: Dead / 20 / 20 / 11 / 19 / 12} Mole moves to engage with his hammer hitting for decent damage.
Two of the new type of Sajuagin are blinded by the glitterdust but the other are simply glittery. Just as this spell fades a ball of steam engulfs the same group of Sahuagin killing several of the attackers.
The remaining, crispy, barbarian moves to attack Mole while attacking with claws and teeth. {At Mole - Hit: 31/23/16 Damage: 10/9/7/}Y ellow also attacks with its trident but misses pretty badly. {Hit: 11}
The light blue sahuagin swings at Torryn but misses badly with its trident. Dark blue rubs it’s eyes ineffectively surprised at being blind.
Another spell comes from the area of darkness targeting Mortimer this time. {Blindness DC15 Fort} A split second later you see a shape retreating form the darkness back into the cave.
Finally the final combatant also casts a spell, focusing on Torryn, before swimming behind a large rock. {Blindness DC15 Fort}
B1, B2,M2, M3, Purple, Blue owe DC16 Will saves
Sahuagin: Purple DEAD Blue AC: 16 HP: 4 - Blind Yellow AC: 16 HP: 4 Light Blue AC: 16 HP: 15
Drack (Chris J) - hp 29/35 - AC 17 d20+11=13 ; Thursday June 1st, 2023 2:07:52 PM
Drack moves and takes a swing at B2, hitting ac 13(this die roller is special.) and watching his sword move harmlesslessly through the water, hitting nothing.
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 7/8
Drack (Chris J) - hp 29/35 - AC 17 d20+8=14 ; d20+8=28 ; d20+8=11 ; d6=2 ; Thursday June 1st, 2023 2:13:57 PM
(Subbing for Torry) HP 27/27, AC 22
Torry takes a 5' step in order to flank B2, and have a better chance to hit, and tries flurry of blows on it again. hit 1: ac 14, miss. hit 2: nat 20, hit. 11 to confirm crit, just a hit. Damage 2
(NB: she can enter combat and use her Flurry ability- or if range is needed, she has a ranged touch attack for 1d6 - which is Lightning based - fun in water. Take care of Torry :)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 3d4+3=8 ; Thursday June 1st, 2023 2:41:07 PM
Becoming blind was certainly a problem, becoming dead was greater problem. Loryn casts Magic Missile at the last barbarian. Hopefully Mole could then take it down.
Dmg 8
The gnome still had offensive capabilities, just now he could miss....
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 7/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 3/5
Mortimer shakes off the effects of the magical blindness. A cold and gloomy rage envelops him as he turns his gaze at the magic user that dared to take his sight.
(ooc: more to come a little later)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d4+1=3 ; d4+1=4 ; d4+1=4 ; Thursday June 1st, 2023 4:47:38 PM
What is this ... his attacker is fleeing to the back of the cavern. "Bollocks!" The little bugger will have to pay a little later. He decides to put the blind one out of her misery instead.
Two shadowy bolts slam into the blind and burnt magic user and a third bolt veers left to the barbarian.
(Mortimer casts Shadow Bolt (aka magic missile) at M3 and B2. Damage: 7 to M3, 4 to B2)
He then closes with the barbarian with his mithral sickle in hand.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; Thursday June 1st, 2023 7:48:58 PM
Manolo closes the gap but doesn't engage the enemy.
Manolo action move to L8 alongside Drack.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 29/35 - AC 17 d20+10=15 ; d20+10=14 ; Thursday June 1st, 2023 10:02:10 PM
Torry fortitude saves. 16 and 15 thanks to bless
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 29/48; CMD 16 d20+5=11 ; Thursday June 1st, 2023 10:11:14 PM
Mole takes the attacks. He returns attack at the Barbarian opponent. This time, his hammer is deflected off the opponent's weapon.
AC11
0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c), Hide from Animals (c) 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Thursday June 1st, 2023 11:47:19 PM
Ash moves up to L5, waiting to see if the fleeing sahugain bring backup.
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
1st , Sleep 2nd - Glitterdust 3rd -
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 3d6=8 ; Friday June 2nd, 2023 8:57:15 AM
Gn7bert swims to M5 and selectively channels excluding the enemy healing the injured for 8 points. "Focus fire where you can!"
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+4=11 ; d20+8=28 ; d20+4=21 ; d20+4=20 ; d8+3=10 ; d8+3=6 ; d20+13=21 ; d20+13=15 ; d20+12=27 ; d4+6=9 ; d3=2 ; d4+6=10 ; Friday June 2nd, 2023 11:02:55 AM Drack fails to hit the barbarian. Torryn, who was not blinded, manages to connect with one stroke for minimal damage. Loryn launches off another magic missile. Manolo moves to close the distance with the enemy without engaging. Mole attacks but it is deflected. Ash moves to a new position. Gnubert moves to and channels.
{ All 8hp from channel}
M3 is dead.
Yellow and Light blue lash out at [b} Mole [/b] with their tridents! {@Mole Hit: 21/20 Damage: 10/6} At the same timer the remaining barbarina swings and bites at Mortimer. {@Motrimer Hit: 21/15/27 Dam: 9/2/10}
M1 flees further into the cave where as M4 pops back out and casts blindness yet again, this time at Gunbert! {Blindness DC15}
Sahuagin: Purple DEAD Blue DEAD Yellow AC: 16 HP: 4 Light Blue AC: 16 HP: 15
Barbarian B1 DEAD B2 AC: 18 HP: 45
New: M1 - GONE M2 - DEAD M3 - DEAD M4 - AC: 15 HP: 15
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Friday June 2nd, 2023 12:51:46 PM
(ooc: Mortimer did enough damage to put M3 into negative hit points last round. M3 should be dead or dying. He also hit the last barbarian for 4 points.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Friday June 2nd, 2023 1:25:16 PM
Ash drops a glitterdust spell around the p-q 5 spot. Trying to get Yellow, light blue, m4, b2 all in the spell. Will Save Dc17 or Blindess.
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
1st , Sleep 2nd - 3rd
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Friday June 2nd, 2023 1:25:16 PM
Ash drops a glitterdust spell around the p-q 5 spot. Trying to get Yellow, light blue, m4, b2 all in the spell. Will Save Dc17 or Blindess.
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
1st , Sleep 2nd - 3rd
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 d20+11=13 ; Friday June 2nd, 2023 3:29:44 PM
Drack will swing at the barbarian again, and see if he can hit it. missing once again(stupid die roller)
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 7/8
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 d20+10=20 ; d20+10=30 ; d20+10=14 ; d6=1 ; d6=6 ; Friday June 2nd, 2023 3:33:52 PM
Torry takes a 5' step so she can flank the barbarian, and tries to hit it again with her flurry of blows. Torry hits on the first swing, and fails to complete the crit on the second for 2 hits. Damage 7
(NB: she can enter combat and use her Flurry ability- or if range is needed, she has a ranged touch attack for 1d6 - which is Lightning based - fun in water. Take care of Torry :)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 Friday June 2nd, 2023 3:34:28 PM
(Last post was subbing for Torry again)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:44/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+7=21 ; d6=4 ; Friday June 2nd, 2023 4:54:17 PM
Mortimer's silvery sickle tastes blood for the first time as it slices into the barbaric sea devil. Most of the barbarian's attacks are deflected but its vicious bite hits spot on! It should have ripped a good chunk from the sorcerer's body, however Mortimer is amazingly unharmed. The only bite of flesh that was claimed was by Mortimer's blade.
(Mortimer attacks the Barbarian. Hit AC: 21. Damage: 4. Silvered, slash damage.)
(The barbarian took all my temporary hit points. Still unharmed for now :)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Friday June 2nd, 2023 4:55:14 PM
(ooc: correcting hit point total.)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+5=20 ; Friday June 2nd, 2023 7:46:21 PM
The Gods favor Gnubert as he shrugs off the blindness. "Not nice, not nice.," The cleric quietly chides the caster as he checks over his friends looking for the most injured.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=12 ; d4=2 ; 4d6=10 ; Friday June 2nd, 2023 9:28:08 PM
Manolo moves near Torryn to flank the enemy and attacks the enemy.
Attack 20 Damage 3 Sneak/flank attack 10.
Manolo moves p7. Attacking the enemy.
If actions above not possible. Manolo moves further away from the group with the intent of flanking the enemy from the other side. As in doing a roundabout of the stone if it makes sense
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 20/48; CMD 16 d20+13=28 ; d8+5=7 ; Saturday June 3rd, 2023 7:33:19 AM
Mole is pierced by the tridents. Blood flows freely from the wounds. The dwarf defensively casts a spell on himself. The wounds begin to close slightly.
Concentration DC28; CLW - healing 7
0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c,c), Hide from Animals (c) 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+4=10 ; d20+4=18 ; d20+4=13 ; d20+4=10 ; d20+13=16 ; d100=42 ; d20+13=23 ; d100=76 ; d20+12=31 ; d100=84 ; d4=1 ; d4=2 ; d20+4=15 ; d100=65 ; Monday June 5th, 2023 9:33:23 AM
Round 5
Ash cast glitterdust. {Save: 10/18/13/10} All are blinded except for the Malenti. Drack fails to connect while Torryn lasts one below. Mortiemr lands another hit on the barbarian while Gnubert watches for injuries. Manolo moves in and lands a good amount of damage on light blue, nearly ending it. Mole heals himself without opening further attack options.
Blinded, wounded and furious the barbarian lashes out at Mortimer. {Hit: Miss concelement/ 23/84 Dam miss/7/8}
Light blue moves away from the attackers stopping when it reaching the caster in its way. )Manolo gets an AOO}
Blind yellow swings in the general direction of Mole. {Hit: 15}
The caster (M4) swims back behind the large rock, readying a spell.
Sahuagin: Purple DEAD Blue DEAD Yellow AC: 16 HP: 4 Light Blue AC: 16 HP: 2
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 d20+11=28 ; d10+5=8 ; Monday June 5th, 2023 10:24:59 AM
Drack will take a 5 foot step, and try and hit the barbarian instead of water. He finally connects, hitting ac 28 and deals 8hp of damage.
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 7/8
Drack (Chris J) - hp 35/35 - AC 17 d20+10=26 ; d20+10=21 ; d6=5 ; d6=6 ; Monday June 5th, 2023 10:30:45 AM
(subbing for Torry)
Trying to take advantage of flanking, Torry will try flurry of blows again on the barbarian. She hits ac 26 and 21 for 6 and 5 damage. If she weren't in the middle of combat, she'd do a little dance, knowing she was kicking butt, and giving Drack a run for his money in the damage department.
(NB: she can enter combat and use her Flurry ability- or if range is needed, she has a ranged touch attack for 1d6 - which is Lightning based - fun in water. Take care of Torry :)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Monday June 5th, 2023 11:15:35 AM
Ash drops down to L10 to get line of site on the fleeing sahugain.
"Here we go: he mutters to himself as he drops his last spell. Casting sleep in the vicinity of the creature.
Will Save, DC 16. (Not sure of the creatures HD but effects up to 4)
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
1st 2nd 3rd
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+9=13 ; d6=1 ; Monday June 5th, 2023 12:36:21 PM
With the hulking creature blindly flailing about, the violent torrent of water and bubbles actually makes it more difficult for Mortimer to hit the beast.
(Mortimer attacks the Barbarian. Hit AC: 13. Damage: 1. typical!)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday June 5th, 2023 12:36:29 PM
Loyrn moves along the caves edge and forward to the right. He tells his fellow adventures that he circling out to get a line of sight on the far spell caster behind that rock.
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 7/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 3/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; Monday June 5th, 2023 5:27:10 PM
OOC: is Manolo aware of the farthest enemy? Can he see him ?
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20+7=18 ; d4=2 ; 4d6=8 ; Monday June 5th, 2023 5:34:02 PM
"oh no you are not", Manolo says as he sees a quick opportunity of a fast attack.
Attack 19 ,18+1bless Damage 3, d4+1. Sneak attack 8 if applicable in attack opportunity.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 3d8+5=17 ; Monday June 5th, 2023 8:50:28 PM
Gnu5swims to Mole and uses a prepared spell slotto cast Cure Serious Wounds on him for 17 points of relief. "You got a little low for my liking. Be careful and mind your surroundings my friend!" The cleric says with a smile
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 37/48; CMD 16 d20+5=16 ; d8+1=5 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2023 7:21:32 AM
Mole ignores the comment from Gnubert and continues to lay siege to the sea devil. This time he connects with his hammer.
AC16, damage 5
0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c,c), Hide from Animals (c) 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=11 ; d4=2 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2023 7:51:28 AM
Manolo tries to attack the enemy one more time. Attack 19 ,11+7+1, +1 due to bless. Damage 3
OOC previous post was Attack of opportunity this post is normal attack
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+4=15 ; d20+8=16 ; d20+13=24 ; d20+13=28 ; d20+12=30 ; d4=3 ; d4=3 ; d4=1 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2023 9:42:43 AM
Round 6
Drack hits the barbarian dead on letting more blood into the water while Torryn land two solid hits. Ash move to where he can see the hiding sea devil and puts it to sleep! {Save: 15} Mortimer fails to catch the thrashing barbarian. Manolo lands an attack on the blinded light blue sea devil, as it tries to flee, ending its life. Seeing it dead he repositions and kills the yellow sea-devil as well. Gnubert heals some of Moles wounds as he strikes hitting the blinded barbarian.
The blinded sea-devil realizes it is alone and surrounded as the glitter finally clears from its eyes. It pauses a quarter second to admire how beautiful the glitter on the rest of its body is thinking that it could have been a designer in another life. With not future time it lashes out for what is probably the last time, swinging at Drack recently wounded it the most. {Hit: 24/28/34 Dam: 9/9/7}
Sahuagin: Purple DEAD Blue DEAD Yellow DEAD Light Blue DEAD
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Tuesday June 6th, 2023 9:48:05 AM
"And thats how its done ladies and gents. " Ash says aloud. He was being boisterous, but part of him was hoping there was no more potential fights as he was clear out of spells.
Active: Freedom of Movement 65 minutes Swimming 55 minutes Bless
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+9=24 ; d6=4 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2023 11:02:26 AM "Yeah Manny!" He shouts to celebrate Manolo's slicing and dicing skills. Feeling a bit inspired, Mortimer attempts to do the same. He pauses for Manolo to move in to complete the three-way flank around the barbarian.
(Mortimer attacks the Barbarian. Hit AC: 24. Damage: 4 slash.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp16/35 - AC 17 2d6=6 ; d20+11=16 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2023 11:13:55 AM
Drack takes the hit, and just smiles back at the barbarian, knowing it was fighting a losing battle. He lays hands on himself as a swift action, healing only 6 damage. He then swings at the barbarian, trying to end it. but pathetically misses once again.
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 6/8
Drack (Chris J) - hp16/35 - AC 17 Tuesday June 6th, 2023 11:14:44 AM
"Gnubert, if you have a little bit of healing, i could probably use it."
Drack (Chris J) - hp16/35 - AC 17 d20+10=15 ; d20+10=29 ; d10+5=15 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2023 11:18:17 AM
Correction, Drack hit ac 18 now that he is flanking. Damage 15hp.
Drack (Chris J) - hp16/35 - AC 17 d6=5 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2023 11:20:45 AM
(Subbing for Torry)
Trying to once again take advantage of the flank, (the d20+10 was Torry. my bad) Torry uses flurry of blows once more, and hits once. for 5 damage
(NB: she can enter combat and use her Flurry ability- or if range is needed, she has a ranged touch attack for 1d6 - which is Lightning based - fun in water. Take care of Torry :)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:20/34. speed:30'. false life, freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Tuesday June 6th, 2023 3:04:54 PM
Mortimer looks down ... he felt an odd sensation. It was actual pain! He had been wounded from the previous round. "Well now ... look at that! Slow bleeder, I am!"
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 3d8=5 ; 3d8=9 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2023 8:28:03 PM
Gnubert swims to n 15 where he is centered within the group and channels positive energy healing the group, and excluding any of the enemy. The cleric heals for 5 with his only hero point 9 to everyone.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=12 ; d4=2 ; 4d6=13 ; Tuesday June 6th, 2023 11:35:23 PM
", thanks,we can flank him", Manolo says in response to Mole Manolo flanks the enemy if possible and attacks the remaining last enemy.
Attack 19 Damage 3 Flank attack/sneak attack 13
OOC: not feeling well henceforth a very late post so might not count as Tuesday on the post.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Wednesday June 7th, 2023 9:28:16 AM
The barbarian falls! Well they do not so much fall as kind of float, limply, in the water, with blood around them. It’s kind of nasty really.
The caster sleeps behind the closest rock. They are not a threat but they are there.
In the sudden calm Gnubert calls on a healing channel to close some wounds caused by the sea devils. Looking around, past the sleeping enemy, you can see that the cavern is quite large with multiple large rocks rising up and you can just make out a sunken longboat sitting on the bottom. The cavern is so large that you still cannot take it all in. You can however make out some faint lights in the distance, small lights that look to be leading from the bottom of the cavern up at an angle.
At least you have a moment of respite but there could well be more enemies in a cavern this large that are hidden in the dark.
Drack (Chris J) - hp34/35 - AC 17 2d6=9 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2023 11:15:32 AM
Drack gratefully accepts the healing from Gnubert, and then lays hands on himself for 9 more.
"What's the plan Loryn? I'm ready for another round, but Do the spell casters have much left? I'm thinking we should at least check out the rest of the cave. Either that or we have to come back."
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 6/8
Drack (Chris J) - hp34/35 - AC 17 Wednesday June 7th, 2023 11:18:34 AM
(Subbing for Torry) HP 27/27, AC 22
Torry gets healed but doesn't need it thanks to her amazing dance moves in combat. She waits for a quick decision from Loryn, but will say "We are already here. Might as well finish the job."
(NB: she can enter combat and use her Flurry ability- or if range is needed, she has a ranged touch attack for 1d6 - which is Lightning based - fun in water. Take care of Torry :)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Wednesday June 7th, 2023 2:30:00 PM
Ash shakes his head in the water. " I'm spent. I hope this was the last of them for us, but one did run away. I put another to sleep behind that rock."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Wednesday June 7th, 2023 2:30:03 PM
Ash shakes his head in the water. " I'm spent. I hope this was the last of them for us, but one did run away. I put another to sleep behind that rock."
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday June 7th, 2023 6:02:02 PM
Loryn moves up and looks about. "I know Ash, all of us are in the same boat I think, but we need to see this all the way to the end Im afraid."
Loryn walks past the rock and pushes the Dancing Lights out further towards the far end of the cavern. He could move them quickly and through them, give a first past across the whole place. At least it would show if anymore are hiding in here, or if there are additional passages. The gnome hoped for not on both cases. "I need a weapon when we get back I suppose, and someone needs to put down that devil there. Mortimer?" Loryn figured he was a good person to ask to do the deed as he had no way of doing it himself.
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 5/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 3/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2023 7:38:25 PM
"If we back off now, who knows what counter attack will they plan in retaliation"....better to continue now when they are still relatively unprepared." Manolo says
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Wednesday June 7th, 2023 9:33:34 PM "I am low but we'd better push on. We are only going to get one good shot at this"
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Wednesday June 7th, 2023 10:07:29 PM
" Oh, im not saying retreat,By no means. Just that i wont be the most useful."
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 37/48; CMD 16 d20+12=13 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2023 10:30:19 PM
Mole waits for a decision on the next course of action while keeping an eye out for trouble. (or not)
Perception DC13
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20=5 ; d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d20+7=17 ; d6=4 ; Wednesday June 7th, 2023 10:52:06 PM
Mortimer looks around at all the bodies with satisfaction. Before he could speak, he feels the sudden, agonizing sear of healing magics burning like a wildfire through his body. He grits his teeth and bears it. 'The cure is more painful than the wound,' he thinks, 'at least it fades quickly.'"Thanks Gnubert," he says sincerely. He's amazed how well the others take the pain of healing. 'Not a flinch or whimper from any of them.'
To answer Drack, he explains what magic he has left, "Have a few more castings in me, I do. Then all I got is the minor stuff."
When Loryn asks him to finish off the sleeping sea devil, he simply replies, "Sure," then adds, "Someone need ta check over those bodies. Who knows what bits and bobs are on them."
If no one objects, Mortimer swims over to the sleeping sahuagin, takes his sickle and gives it a death blow. If it doesn't work the first time, he will immediately give it a double tap.
(Mortimer preforms a coup de grace on the sleeping sahuagin. Full round action. Crit Damage: 6. Fort Save DC 16 vs. Death. If necessary, Double Tap: Hit AC: 17. Damage: 4.)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20+9=11 ; d20+2=8 ; Thursday June 8th, 2023 10:14:46 AM
Manolo goes quickly through the belongings of the dead, if he finds anything he will try to quickly appraise it. He does so without much thinking or care.
Perception 11 Appraise 8
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20=14 ; Thursday June 8th, 2023 10:17:33 AM
Taking a breather the party takes stick of what abilities they have left. The magic is mostly spent but steel is still steel and it tends not to run out at least. The decision to push on comes quickly and it is the only natural thing to do but first the sleeping sea devil must be dealt with and the bodies checked.
Mortimer moves and finishes off the sleeper with a deft strike with the sickle. {ooc: Not dealing with the save, it is pointless.} More blood is released into the water around them as the body drifts a bit in the currents.
One of the barbarians, the last to perish, had a nice shield but it is not magical. On the front of the shield is a small wolves head and inside the words The Loyal Wolf can be seen in small lettering. {Masterwork Heavy Shield} A few gold coins are found as well. {I will total the gold at the end, no need for a bunch of little entries.}
Even with the dancing lights there are still large rocks that block your vision so not all the room ca be seen from the mouth of the passage most of the party is still in.
Drack (Chris J) - hp34/35 - AC 17 Thursday June 8th, 2023 11:12:15 AM
Drack is happy that he wasn't asked to kill a sleeping bad guy, because he wasn't going to do that. They were very likely evil, but Drack didn't know for sure.
Drack takes a move and a move further into the cave, looking for any sign of a threat.
Drack (Chris J) - hp34/35 - AC 17 d20+7=9 ; Thursday June 8th, 2023 11:14:15 AM
Perception check 9.(good old die roller did it to me again.)
"Alright folks. Let's finish this."
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 6/8
(I will sub for Torry tonight if Nick hasn't posted.)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Thursday June 8th, 2023 12:50:50 PM
Gnubert smiles at the others,there's no quit in them for sure. Just the understanding of what must be done. I'm proud the Gods blessed me with them, the cleric thinks to himself. The gnome swims to Drack, "Should we check out that wreck in case of enemies left behind, or supplies we can use?"
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 Thursday June 8th, 2023 1:58:02 PM
"We know there is atleast one more creature down here, plus the possibility of more. So let's get this done and be thorough. "
"I'm happy to lead the way." Torryn offered. "I can still call up another Fey shield if necessary and my Fey Armour is still in place. It seems that these Sea Devils aren't very good at dancing." She grinned at the last statement. Clearly there was more than one way to 'dance'.
Torryn quickly moved forwards, spear in hand.
OOC: Many thanks to Chris for looking after Torry so ably! I am now back from vacation :)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday June 8th, 2023 4:40:57 PM Let's sweep around, right to left about the perimeter. If no one is hiding to stick Drack some more, we can move and hit that wreck to see what may be there."
Loryn will sweep the Dancing Lights before them about 50' ahead and a towards the center of the chamber as the party moves.
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 4/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 3/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+2=12 ; Thursday June 8th, 2023 11:06:15 PM
And then there was one! Mortimer is glad he could dispatch the aquatic magic user quickly and painlessly. 'Everyone should be so lucky,' he thinks. There are worse things than death. 'Much worse things!'
With his darkvision still active, he makes his way along the north side of the cavern, checking the dark places for hidden surprises.
(Perception: 12)
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Friday June 9th, 2023 9:46:27 AM
Drack calls for the party to finish this and the suggestion is made to go clockwise around the room. Loryn sends the dancing lights to the middle of the room. As they move the shadows in the dark cavern shift around causing distortions here and there. While underwater can be a place of breathtaking beauty the cave dese not reflect that being simply worn stone.
Drack, Torryn and Mortimer lead the way as the group moves out from around the rock in the mouth of the cave. Much of the cave is still in darkness and/or blocked from view by large rocks. There is no hint of movement but no one feels like the cave is empty at this point. Only Drack can now see the line of faint lights leading from near the bottom up towards the surface of the water.
Drack (Chris J) - hp34/35 - AC 17 Friday June 9th, 2023 10:17:04 AM
Drack points out the light he sees to the others. "We should check that out. Do we want to split into two groups so that we can each go on different sides of these rocks to make sure we see everything? The distance isn't too great to prevent quick assistance if something happens. I can go down the right side while everyone else stays in this pattern. I'm well healed and have plenty of lay hands left should i need them. Loryn?"
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
"Sure, I'll go left." Agreed Torryn. She then matched her actions to her words and moved to peer around the first of the large pillars of stone - not wanting to be surprised by anything there, before moving on the check out the second pillar. That at least was her thinking. Pleased that she'd actually remembered, Torryn invoked her Sacred dancer ability to Detect the presence of Evil.
Her delight at recalling and actually using this ability was tempered by her clumsy attempts to swim forward. What was it with the whole swimming thing? Just when you thought you'd mastered it, the rules all seemed to change. (Swim:12.)
Torryn peered around, suspicious of her surroundings. Perception: 15
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday June 9th, 2023 4:57:33 PM
When Drack mentions the lights and the surface, Loryn agrees. You, Mole and Mortimer have Darkvision. You guys hit the surface and have a look about. The rest of us will keep moving along the wall in the same direction."
Loryn moves along and brings the lights to E/Fx13/14
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 4/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 3/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=1 ; d20=15 ; Friday June 9th, 2023 9:49:41 PM
Manolo is happy to finish looking for loot from the dead bodies. He moves further into the unknown.
Perception 10 or 24
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 d20+4=8 ; Friday June 9th, 2023 10:00:20 PM
Ash swims along, watching his hair flow in the water. Perception 8
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Saturday June 10th, 2023 1:51:59 AM
OOC: Dumb question, but does anyone know what time of year this adventure is taking place? I'm brewing something up for Ryan and I to do following this adventure
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Saturday June 10th, 2023 10:02:43 AM
Dragon renewal just occurred, making it spring
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+2=10 ; Saturday June 10th, 2023 11:54:12 AM
(ooc: I thought the yellow dot on the map was Loryn's dancing lights. Didn't know it was a point of interest. So is there a surface to the water in this cavern ... with an air pocket above? Not really understanding the direction of the light. Is the source from above or below?)
Mortimer takes advantage of his darkvision, as Loryn had suggested. He moves in that general direction.
(Perception: 10)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 37/48; CMD 16 d20+12=32 ; Sunday June 11th, 2023 3:27:57 PM
Mole lifts his head above the water and glances around looking for other sea devils.
Perception DC32
0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c,c), Hide from Animals (c) 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=32 ; Monday June 12th, 2023 10:28:32 AM
Gnubert follows the others as they search for the enemy. Gnubert keeps an eye out for signs of which direction to go (Perception DC32)
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Monday June 12th, 2023 10:28:32 AM
Drack volunteers to travel down the right side while Torryn will head to the left. As he moves she remembers to detect evil which immediately picks up the presence of evil at the edge of its range.
Loryn suggests that mortimer and Mole check the surface while the rest keep looking. The others move and Mortimer and Mole swim up the thirty foot depth to look above the water. As they move they track the chain of lights to the surface of the water where they find roughly teen feet of stale but breathable air. Floating on the surface of the water is a platform that is just large enough for the four foot cube of a cage that is attached to it. In the cage is the shape of a small humanoid that is either sleeping or unconscious. His clothing is reminiscent of the gnome that came ashore after the attack.
On top of the large rocks more shapes can be seen moving in an unfriendly manner as Sahuagin are silhouetted by the dim light from the cage chain. Several sahuagin leap into the water or stand and grab their tridents spreading out near the top of the water! They give a deep cray that, despite not knowing the language, can only be attack!
Those underwater see figure enter from above AND two sleep shakes move in the darkness towards the group. The unmistakable form of great white sharks can be seen with sahuagin like those that were casting spells riding on their backs!!
Further there is movement back in the dark as though the final remnants of this tribe may be preparing. There are crates from the surface and they move about them.
S1 - AC: 16 HP:15 - On Rocks S2 - AC: 16 HP:15 - On Rocks S3 - AC: 16 HP:15 - On Rocks S4 - AC: 16 HP:15 - Water @ +30 S5 - AC: 16 HP:15 - Water @ +30 S6 - AC: 16 HP:15 - Water @ +30
SR1 AC: 23 HP:69 - Water @ +30 SR2 AC: 23 HP:69 - Water @ +30
M1 AC: 15 HP: 15 M2 AC: 15 HP: 15 Shark Mount 1 AC: 19 HP: 42 Shark Mount 2 AC: 19 HP 42
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Monday June 12th, 2023 10:48:57 AM (ooc: I recall Mole casting 'Hide from Animals' on us before the previous combat. The sharks shouldn't be able to perceive us at all: sight, sound or smell ... as long as we don't attack the sharks or any other animal. RichP - Is that the case?)
{ooc from Co-GM: That is true though, off the top of my head, I would say an attack on the rider would negate the effect as well. Beyond that it gets wide latitude as a shark is pretty dumb.}
In view of the great evil around her and the sudden swarm of activity, Torryn decided that now was the perfect time to invoke her last spell. She again summoned her Fey Shield. (Now AC:26) She then swam up slightly to confront the nearest creature approaching over the rock. She had her spear ready in case of a charge, but was ready to drop it in favour of using her hands. She was really starting to get the hang of those scything chops and penetrating finger strikes.
(On second thoughts - Torryn stays exactly where she was! Swim 1.)
It was a good plan, but pulling through the water had no effect. She was stuck! At least for the moment. At least she could hold her spear ready.
Drack (Chris J) - hp34/35 - AC 17 Monday June 12th, 2023 2:04:38 PM
"Loryn...i think we are in trouble here."
Drack moves next to Manolo and readies for the first of them to come into range of his sword. "Let's all stay tight together and form up the best circle we can. Fighter types on the edges, and spellcasters behind. If they can't surround any one of us, we will have a better chance. Form up on me. Let them come to us, at least for now."
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 6/8
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 30/31 d3=3 ; d20+2=14 ; Monday June 12th, 2023 3:40:56 PM
Ash really had to dig down into his repitoire of spells, relying on basic party tricks that he didn't cast in a while. Pulling out a bit of wool, he lets loose a bit of electricity. Cast jolt at S4, hit touch Ac 15 3 dmg.
0-Level Jolt x3
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+10=20 ; Monday June 12th, 2023 4:20:23 PM
Mortimer's eyes go wide with what he sees floating on the water's surface ... a caged gnome! He quickly notices all the other movement and realizes their job is far from over. He immediately begins to swim back down and regroup with the others.
(Swim: 20. Full-round action to move at half speed: He moves 15ft back down.)
"Oye! They 'ave a gnome caged up there!"
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+5=8 ; Monday June 12th, 2023 5:33:13 PM
Loryn was not overly tactical, he nods dumbly at Drack's comment and direction, "Hold til they close."
Loryn readies a spell and keeps an eye on the splash that came from Ash's direction by the rock.
Readied Scorching Ray - converting to acid Ranged Touch Attack Hit AC 8 that should miss
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 3/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 3/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; Monday June 12th, 2023 7:37:39 PM
Manolo tries to find a good spot near Drack and reloads his cross Bow to be ready if needed.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 Monday June 12th, 2023 8:06:20 PM "Stay close, I can cast prayer when they close in on us. I have one more channel available. If we can prevent any flanking we can minimize extra damage." The cleric swims forward to be right behind Drack.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+5=9 ; Tuesday June 13th, 2023 10:39:04 AM
Round 1
Torryn readies her spear but can change at a moments notice. Drack call out for the group to circle up. Ash manages to make a spark even with wet soggy wool landing the first damage. Loryn tries to follow Drack’s directions and launches an attack that misses by a fair margin. Manolo moves near Drack and loads his crossbow. Gnubert moves closer to Drack calling out some of what resources he has left to call on.
Seeing the party circle up the Sahuagin move to surround the group. There some communication in the unknown tongue and they spread out in groups looking to work together.
The shark riders do not join the others in encircling you,, the sharks move them but keep more distance as the riders cast spells. The first, M1, casts a ray of energy at Drack that sails harmlessly past. {9 vs Touch AC}. The secone, M2, focuses on Mortimer and attempts to blind him. {DC15 Fort}.
Finally the last sea-devil, before leaving the rock, launches its Trident back into the darkness to the east before jumping into the water near one of the shark riders.
{ooc: With everyone in the water were going to be less concerned with depth. Moving to the surface would be of note but assume you can swim over or under most creatures unless noted.}
M1 AC: 15 HP: 15 M2 AC: 15 HP: 15 Shark Mount 1 AC: 19 HP: 42 Shark Mount 2 AC: 19 HP 42
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 37/48; CMD 16 Tuesday June 13th, 2023 11:31:48 AM
Mole begins to chant "As an tìr, an t-uisge, an speur, agus an teine thig gu m' chòmhnadh..."
0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c,c), Hide from Animals (c) 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2 (c)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:26 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=10 ; d6=3 ; Tuesday June 13th, 2023 11:54:44 AM
With the enemy refusing to close, Torryn called forth her Fey Spark. (Ranged Touch. Hits AC:17. Damage:3.) That spark took the form of a coruscating tiny sprite. It leapt unerringly from her hand to lance into (S5) the Sea Devil closest to her leaving a scintillating trail behind it. She could do that again if need be and more than once. Holding their distance would cost them; at least she hoped so.
Fey Spark (actually a lightning ray) used 1/6.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday June 13th, 2023 12:41:02 PM
Loryn casts Glitterdust at the trio coming up to cut off the escape route should it come to that. "Does anyone have magic that can get the gnome out of the cage.? If so we should push to him, get him and get out"
There are an awful lot of sea devils swimming about...
Glitterdust Will DC 15 blind targets: S2; S4; SR2
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 2/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 1/5
(OOC: Sharks are fish and can therefore detect objects through vibrations in their spine (lateral line). They also possess an incredibly refined sense of smell - although the latter is largely used to track blood in the water. Thus they won't be as impaired by blindness as the Sahuagin, unfortunately.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+6=14 ; 3d4+3=13 ; Tuesday June 13th, 2023 1:15:38 PM (Fort Save: 14 vs Blindness. Applying Hero point after the roll:+4 bonus. Revised Fort Save: 18, success.)
Mortimer 'heroically' shakes off the effects of blindness. He is quite perturbed by this, being the second time today. He offers up a bit of solid advice to his mates. "Bollocks! If ya gonna go through the trouble of shootin' at these bastards ... THEN target the casters that can hit you back!
Mortimer then targets the caster that tried to blind him with a flurry of shadow bolts.
(Mortimer casts Shadow Bolts on M2, using a 2nd level slot. Damage: 13.)
"Bobs your uncle, ya bastard!"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Tuesday June 13th, 2023 1:20:11 PM
Mortimer also moves another 5ft down closer to Drack.
Drack (Chris J) - hp34/35 - AC 17 Tuesday June 13th, 2023 5:15:52 PM
"Great. They don't want to close. I am not great with a bow. Try and take out the spellcasters. if we do, they will want to close."
Drack sheathes his sword and pulls his bow.
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
(Another OOC: I didn't think that bows worked underwater; which was why Torryn left hers behind.)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d8=8 ; Tuesday June 13th, 2023 8:37:25 PM
Gnubert casts Sound Burst at the 3 enemy behind them attempting to get all 3 (Fortitude DC 21 to avoid being stunned each takes 8 damage).
Drack (Chris J) - hp34/35 - AC 17 Tuesday June 13th, 2023 9:57:08 PM
(Ooc. You are right Torry. I forgot the terrain. Drack will stick with the sword and ready for an opponent.)
DM, please disregard the bow move. I forgot where we were
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=15 ; d8=3 ; Wednesday June 14th, 2023 4:36:56 AM
Manolo stays put and tries to shoot the nearest enemy.
Attack 24 (15+7+1+1) Damage 4 (3+1) Action :attack with crossbow if viable. +1 to attack from bless spell effects and +1 from point blank feat.
OOC: didn't apply negative mods ):
Drack (Chris J) - hp34/35 - AC 17 Wednesday June 14th, 2023 7:01:47 AM
(Ooc. You are right Torry. I forgot the terrain. Drack will stick with the sword and ready for an opponent.)
DM, please disregard the bow move. I forgot where we were
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 37/48; CMD 16 Wednesday June 14th, 2023 7:29:06 AM
Mole finishes his chant and a small quick swirl in the water develops (the aqua circle on the map).
0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c,c), Hide from Animals (c) 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal, Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2 (c)
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+4=15 ; d20+4=6 ; d20+7=22 ; d20+4=10 ; d20+5=8 ; 3d4+3=9 ; 3d4+3=10 ; d20+4=15 ; d20+4=11 ; d20+6=16 ; d8+4=7 ; d8+4=6 ; d100=60 ; d8+12=16 ; d6=3 ; d8+4=8 ; Wednesday June 14th, 2023 9:57:16 AM
Round 2
Mole begins a chant which reverberates through the water until a quick swirl in the waer developes. {What is this?} Torryn launches another bit of magic as they sea-devils set up. Lorryn casts glitterdust {Saves: 15/6/22} blinding one. Mortimer snipes one of the casters nearly killing it and making his mount aware of his presence! Drack considers using his bow but quickly realizes that it would be pointless unless he was going to stab with an arrow. Gunbert casts sound burst but is really only able to get two targets with it. {Saves: S6 10 SR1: 8} A trident and short sword drift to the bottom of the cave. {ooc: Well done.} Ash holds his spells for the moment. Manolo firsts off a bolt at S6 which hits despite the ten foot of distance underwater.
The shark rider fires back at Mortimer launching purple shards back in his direction. {Magic MIssile:9 Damage} It then directs the shark to relocate though the shark seems to hesitate for a moment.
The second shark rides its mount around the smaller rock formation before launching its own set of purple magic shards at Torryn. {Magic Missile: 10 Damage}
S1, having thrown a trident back into the dark, swims back towards Drack and Mortimer but does not make it close enough to attack. S3 moves and tries to claw Manolo [/’b] while S6 an SR1 float in place for a moment. {Hit: 15}
S4 moves near Ash and Loryn stabs at [b] Ash able to sense his location even if blind. The same blindness causes it to miss. {Hit: 11 Concelement: 60} At the same time S2 moves to the other side and also attacks Ash. {Hit: 16 Dam: 6}
SR2, glittery like a fist grade art project, moves quickly through the water to engage Manolo as well in response to the glitter! {Hit: 16 Dam: 3}
Finally, S5 moves to engage Torryn, not knowing how hard to hit she is. {Hit: 8}
M1 AC: 15 HP: 15 M2 AC: 15 HP: 02 Shark Mount 1 AC: 19 HP: 42 Shark Mount 2 AC: 19 HP 42 - Is aware of Mortimer
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Wednesday June 14th, 2023 10:09:29 AM
Mortimer's shield spell completely negates the barrage of magic missiles that were fired at him.
(More to come later ... at work ;)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:26 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=8 ; d20=7 ; Wednesday June 14th, 2023 10:15:53 AM
(OOC: Torryn takes no damage from the Magic Missile as her fey SHIELD stops them from hitting)
Torryn dropped her spear. her attacker close now - really close. She decided that using her speed would be her best option. Sadly that supposition proved inaccurate as she was unable to land a blow on her assailant.
(Hits AC:15 and 14 with Bless)
Drack (Chris J) - hp34/35 - AC 17 d20+11=24 ; d10+5=8 ; Wednesday June 14th, 2023 10:31:48 AM
Drack takes a 5' step and swings at S3. hit ac 24, damage 8
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 6/8
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+10=18 ; 3d4+3=10 ; d20+10=12 ; Wednesday June 14th, 2023 10:41:28 AM
Mortimer was planning on finishing off the caster that attacked him, but it retreated behind the rock like a coward (he would send a single missile to him, if in view.).
Being weary of the attackers nearby, Mortimer takes special care and casts the next spell in a defensive manner. (Casting Defensively: 18, success.) Another volley of shadow bolts streak forward and slam into the other magic user (M1).
(Mortimer casts Shadow Bolts (Defensively) at M1, using a 2nd Level Slot. Damage: 10.)
Mortimer then moves down next to S3, opposite of MANOLO, allowing the rogue a flanking attack. (Swim: 12, quarter movement speed 7.5ft.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Wednesday June 14th, 2023 10:49:51 AM
(ooc: The letters and numbers are missing from the edges of the map.)
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Wednesday June 14th, 2023 3:30:26 PM
Slide two shows the whole battle.
I will never make a map this big again.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 2d4+2=9 ; d4+1=4 ; Wednesday June 14th, 2023 4:49:28 PM
Loryn backs away from the devils that have come right up on him and seeing where Mortimer just sent a retaliation of magic, Loryn does the same.
Cast Magic Missile sending 2 missiles at M1 and 1 missile at S2 Dmg 9 and 4
If I survive this, I definitely need to buy a weapon
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 2/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/5
(OOC: Torryn will happily loan Loryn her spear +1 :) Currently it's sitting on the ground at her feet.)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=20 ; Wednesday June 14th, 2023 7:41:02 PM
Gnubert smiles as he managed to stun two of his 3 targets. The cleric holds his remaing spells as he watches over the battle (Perception DC 20)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=20 ; d20=14 ; d4=2 ; 4d6=13 ; Wednesday June 14th, 2023 9:05:24 PM
Manolo attacks the nearest enemy. 'We just need to flank them', he thinks.
Attack roll#1 20 Attack roll #2 14 ( to confirm critical roll if I remember the rules) Mods for the attack (+7 roll +1 bless and +1 flank ?) Damage 3
Flank/sneak attack 13
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 25/31 d3=2 ; Wednesday June 14th, 2023 9:49:29 PM
Ash sends another jolt spell out, this time aimed at s4. (2 dmg)He figured he could pepper them, and hopefully have another drop the killing blow.
Jolt x2
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 37/48; CMD 16 d20+4=23 ; d6+4=7 ; Wednesday June 14th, 2023 10:15:32 PM
Mole's summoned water elemental strikes at S4. Mole cast a spell and the shark for SR2 must make a Will save, DC16 or be held in place.
Small water elemental attack (PA): AC23, damage 8
Small water elemental AC17, HP 13
0 - Flare, Know Direction, Light, Stabilize 1 - CLW x3 (c,c,c), Hide from Animals (c) 2 - Delay Poison, Hold Animal (c), Resist Energy 3 - Water Breathing x2 (c)
Torryn goes for speed over accuracy. Drack wounds one of the sahuagin. Mortimer hurts the other caster, alerting the second shark to his presence. Loryn moves and casts a magic missile killing a caster AND alerting a shark to his presence. Gnubert holds his spells and looks around. He is sure that there will be more company at some point but it will probably be the last of them. Manolo strikes and kills the flanked sahuagin that is flanked by Mortimer. Ash harasses the blinded seadevil with shocks. Mole’s summoned water elemental slams the sparkling and blinded sahuagin as he casts a spell that holds the shark in place. {ooc: I am not getting into how sharks breath}
Shark 1, mountless, is held in place by Moles magic which does get a glance from some of the sahuagin. S4 and the blind S2 swing at the flanked Ash. {S2 Hit: 13/12 Dam: 3/3} {S4: Hit: 15/23 Concealment: 34/63 Damage: 6}
S5 continues to attack Torryn but suddenly realizes it is pointless and after one swing moves to another target. {Hit: 22 - Take an AOO}
S1, holding no weapon but armed with claws and teeth move to intercept Drack and allow for flanking on Mortimer by someone else. {Hit: 23 Dam: 4}
SR1 is no longer stunned but has no weapons beyond claws which is enough as he moves into flanking with of [/b] Mortimer [/b] and attacks. {Hit: 14 - well poop}
SR2 moves into flanking of Manolo with a flick of his webbed feet and attacks with his short sword. {Hit: 15/26 Damage: 0/10+12 sneak attack}
SR six takes a moment to pick up his weapons and moves to what he think will be a better spot to fight from.
Finally M2 and Shark 2 peak out around the rocks and again cast a spell at Drack targeting his hearing rather than sight this time. {Deafness DC15} He then swims off his mount and orders it to attack!
M1 AC: 15 HP: 05 - DEAD M2 AC: 15 HP: 02 Shark Mount 1 AC: 19 HP: 42 - HELD Is aware of Mortimer and Mortimer Shark Mount 2 AC: 19 HP 42 - Is aware of Mortimer
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=32 ; Thursday June 15th, 2023 2:39:20 PM
Gnubert follows the others as they search for the enemy. Gnubert keeps an eye out for signs of which direction to go (Perception DC32)
Drack (Chris J) - hp34/35 - AC 17 d20+11=31 ; d20+11=14 ; d10+11=17 ; Thursday June 15th, 2023 3:48:42 PM
Drack takes a 5' step towards S5 so as to flank him. "Back shortly Manolo. helping out the casters"
Drack swings, power attacking by 2. hit ac 31, nat 20, 14 on the crit chance, miss. Damage 17
"Keep up the damage folks. we are gaining ground."
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 6/8
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+14=32 ; d20+11=19 ; Thursday June 15th, 2023 4:19:40 PM
Mortimer see's the magic user slide off the sharks back and then says something to it in their gibberish language. That can't be good! Then a very wicked thought enters his head ... and its success all depends how stupid these sharks really are.
Firstly Mortimer activates his magical hat ... and suddenly he takes on the form of the sahuagin caster (M2), or a close as he can get. (Disguise: 32)
Mortimer then side steps the two sahuagin, (5ft Step to I0) and begins pointing vigorously at S1 and SR1 in a commanding tone. (Bluff: 19)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:34/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Thursday June 15th, 2023 4:20:52 PM
(ooc: I forgot to mention the magical hat is a Hat of Disguise.)
Torryn lashed out with a ridge hand chop to the creature as it sought to pull away. This time she struck true and hit with a well-placed blow. (5 damage). However, given that Drack had delivered such a mighty blow, it seemed her effort was largely superfluous. She very much doubted that the Sea Devil would be getting up again any time soon - if ever.
"Who needs help?" She asked. With her Fey Shield in place as well as her Fey Armour, she was again a troublesome target for the enemy. That she couldn't do anything remotely resembling Drack's mighty damage was a fact she hoped the Sahuagin were oblivious of. Still, those protections were yet to be fully tested - by the sharks. They were BIG! And they had a LOT of sharp, pointy teeth. Nonetheless, she believed in her magic and was sure that she'd still be a harder target for those sharks than her friends. She attempted to spot any incoming shark attacks so that she might interpose herself between it and its intended target.
Perception: 24
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+3=5 ; Thursday June 15th, 2023 4:49:52 PM
Gnubert hefts his mace, says a prayer to Domi and swings (AC5 ). The cleric can't help but laugh as he nearly spins in a circle missing horribly.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+5=21 ; d6+2=5 ; Thursday June 15th, 2023 5:23:41 PM
Loryn calls out to the others that in 6 seconds, his Lights are going to turn off. "If you have a light source, you need to be getting it ready"
Loryn, down to his last targets the non Blind devil near him and Ash
A ray of acid leaps from his hand and plows through the water and into the creature Ranged Touch Attack AC 21 Dmg 5 target S2
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 8/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 1/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 13/31 d3=3 ; Thursday June 15th, 2023 6:13:25 PM
Ash didn't think he could take much more.. he called fow and hit another jolt to S4 for 3 dmg.
Spells Jolt x1
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 13/31 d3=3 ; Thursday June 15th, 2023 6:13:29 PM
Ash didn't think he could take much more.. he called fow and hit another jolt to S4 for 3 dmg.
Spells Jolt x1
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 9/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=2 ; d4=4 ; d20=14 ; 4d6=17 ; Thursday June 15th, 2023 9:39:04 PM
Attack #1 22 or 23( d20+7+1(bless), didn't add flank) Damage 5 (d4+1) Sneak attack/flank 17
OOC : used hero point to reroll attack roll
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 9/31 ; d20=10 ; Friday June 16th, 2023 7:56:27 AM
OOC: forgot to say, Manolo attacks the enemy that he can flank, I think it's the same enemy that hurt him.
Gnubert continues to keep watch. More movement can be seen behind Shark2, it may be sahuagin gearing up for battle. Drack puts down another of the normal sahuagin encouraging the group to keep fighting. Mortimer tries a truly ingenious plan and while it doesn’t work as intended it does confuse the shark enough that it pauses for a beat before swimming forward. {ooc: Note in email} Torryn strikes at the same time is Drack so who is to say who got the kill. She then takes care to look for sharks. Gnubert’s attempt to attack is more of a bit of water acrobatics. Loryn [/b hits S2 for decent damage. [b] Ash takes advantage of the disabled killing the blind attacker. How heroic. Manolo is in a battle of the sneak attackers and slashes back at his attacker for substantial damage.
Shark 2 for a moment thinks that Mortimer is one of the sahuagin and pauses just long enough that he is only able to move forward towards the party.
Shark 1 shakes its head having shaken off the spell. {Save: 17}
M2, using the shark for cover, launches some glowing shards at Drack. {Damage: 9}
S1 closes on Mortimer with a five foot swim and attacks with claws and teeth. {Hit: 23/17/6 Dam: 3}
S2 works on Ash with claws and teeth. {Hit: 23/8/16 Damage: 6/2}
S6 moves and attacks the water elemental. {Hit: 12/24/16 Dam: 6/6/3}
Finally the rogues shift their position and attackt to attack the flanked Manolo and unflanked Gnubert. . M2’s short sword flicks twice at Gnubert. {Hit: 31/27 Dam: 6/10} M1 attacks the already bleeding Manolo with claws. {Hit: 22/ Dam: 6 Sneak: 12} It holds after the first attack seeing the results.
Toryn moved forward to confront the Sea Devil attacking Ash. (S2) Swim:15 It was but a short distance from where she was, but she was still gratified to close that distance without difficulty. (Hits AC's 21 & 13. 1 hit. Damage: 1) To her dismay, she could only land a single, glancing blow. Still, she undoubtedly had the creature's attention and could at least thwart any attempts to stab Ash in the back.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:31/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless, disguise d4+1=3 ; 2d4+2=5 ; Friday June 16th, 2023 12:30:24 PM
A sly smile forms across Mortimer's face. Apparently his ruse has had partial success. He needs to bring this performance home and win over the shark. This kind of sahaigin is known to cast spells, so maybe he can entice the shark with a little bloody motivation.
Mortimer swims back (5ft-Step) and puts S1 between him and the shark. He then makes loud gurgling noises, similar to their own language. He hopes the stupid shark doesn't know the difference. He then casts shadow bolts with his last 2nd level spell slot. One missile targets M2, the other two slam into S1. He hopes it bloodies him up. Enough to attract the shark.
(Mortimer casts Shadow Bolts, aka magic missile, using last 2nd Level spell slot. Damage: M2 = 3. S1 = 5.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 5/31 d3=1 ; Friday June 16th, 2023 12:59:34 PM
"Heres the end of it. " Ash mutters to himself as he lets the last jolt spell fly. ( 1 dmg to S2).
Drack (Chris J) - hp34/35 - AC 17 Friday June 16th, 2023 5:00:25 PM
(Out of town for the weekend. Won’t be able to post until I get home. Hopefully Sunday. Possibly Monday late morning.)
Drack will do what he does best - destroy evil. A small step and SR1 will feel his blade. (7 Damage) In his positioning he made sure that Gnubert was well protected.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 9/31 ; d20=10 ; Friday June 16th, 2023 10:09:45 PM
OOC: is Manolo dead ?
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:31/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless, disguise Saturday June 17th, 2023 9:50:20 AM
(ooc: I believe Manolo has -9 hit points. That would make him still alive, but hanging on by a thread.)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+5=21 ; d6+2=4 ; Saturday June 17th, 2023 11:35:08 AM
Loryn curses silently, "Gnubert get to Manolo!
He turns to try and stop one of the wounded ones sending another ray of acid
Ray Touch attack Hit AC 21 Dmg 4 Target S6
The Dancing Lights wink out
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 6/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/5
Torryn wanted to help Manolo, but was now engaged in combat and he was just too far for divine ability to heal. However, he was very close to Drack and she knew that Drack could heal far better than she could. No doubt he would hear the cry and intercede - just in time!
OOC: Apologies, I'd entirely missed that Manny was sore sorely stricken. Given Chris' absence I had Drack attack. Mayhap Chris would have acted more defensively and aided Manolo. All I can hope now is that Drack's next action comes off before Manolo's loss of health, but perhaps Manny will make his Fort save and NOT lose any further health :) Equally, Gnubert may save his skin.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:31/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless, disguise Saturday June 17th, 2023 1:54:33 PM
(ooc: I think Manolo may also have a Bleed effect that will deal its damage at the beginning of Manolo’s turn. A heal before his turn is the only thing that will save him. A Cure spell will not only stabilize him, but will end the Bleed effect.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp34/35 - AC 17 d20+13=18 ; Sunday June 18th, 2023 6:21:11 AM
(Thanks for subbing Nick)
(Fortitude save for deafness 18. I’ll update hp when I return home)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 3d6=10 ; Sunday June 18th, 2023 9:02:52 PM
Gnubert wines and hisses as he is attacked. Gnubert turns as Loryn calls out and selectively channels one last time calling out to Alemi as heheals those around him for 10 points. Manny hold on. I'm coming!"
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP -9/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=7 ; d4=2 ; Monday June 19th, 2023 8:51:03 AM
As Manolo takes a 5 step to escape the dire combat .situation he found himself into, he thinks, 'Gragul, I didn't take any potions'. "It's been a honour", he simply says as he proceeds for a last attack... probably.
Move action: moving to be below SR2 ( unless anyone has any other suggestions) Attack 15 Damage 3
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP -9/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=7 ; d4=2 ; Monday June 19th, 2023 8:51:03 AM
As Manolo takes a 5 step to escape the dire combat .situation he found himself into, he thinks, 'Gragul, I didn't take any potions'. "It's been a honour", he simply says as he proceeds for a last attack... probably.
Move action: moving to be below SR2 ( unless anyone has any other suggestions) Attack 15 Damage 3
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+4=17 ; d20+4=5 ; d20+4=6 ; d20+4=5 ; d20+4=14 ; d20+4=19 ; d4=2 ; d4=2 ; d4=4 ; d20+4=16 ; d20+4=22 ; d3=2 ; d20+4=12 ; d4=4 ; d4=2 ; d4=1 ; d20+12=22 ; d20+7=21 ; d6=4 ; d6=1 ; d20+12=32 ; d20+12=16 ; d6=6 ; d20=19 ; d8=8 ; d8=2 ; d20=4 ; Monday June 19th, 2023 10:43:30 AM Torryn smacks S1. Mortimer finishes off the last caster and then tags S1 hoping for some blood. Drack further bloodies S1. Ash launches another bolt at S2. Loryn sees Manolo go limp and calls to Gunbert before killing S6. Gnubert hears the call and heals the party, brining Manolo back from the brink and stopping the bleeding. Manolo is only unconscious for a second and has the presence of mind to move to a less perilous position before attacking for minor damage.
The sahuagin are feeling the pressure of the battle as our the heroes from Bearclaw Keep. S2 lashes out at Torryn missing over and over.
S1 closes on Mortimer and keeps attacking. {Hit: 16/22/12 Dam: 6/4/3} SR` seems to have moved on and moves to attack Drack {Hit: 22/21 Dam: 9/6}
SR2 looks for another target that he can flank and spots Mortimer engaging a wounded sahuagin. It moves and attacks with its short sword. {Hit: 32 Confirm: 16 Damage: 11}
Shark 2 really wants to eat Mortimer but there is something in the way, that something is a bloodied S1 which it immediately kills.
Shark 1 again just floats in place thanks to a very effective spell.
S1 - AC: 16 HP:00 - DEAD S2 - AC: 16 HP: 07 - S3 - AC: 16 HP:00 - DEAD S4 - AC: 16 HP: 00 - DEAD S5 - AC: 16 HP:00 - DEAD S6 - AC: 16 HP:00 - DEAD
SR1 AC: 23 HP:61 - No Weapons SR2 AC: 23 HP:49 -
M1 AC: 15 HP: 00 - DEAD M2 AC: 15 HP: 00 - DEAD
Shark Mount 1 AC: 19 HP: 42 - Is aware of Mortimer and Mortimer Shark Mount 2 AC: 19 HP 42 - Is aware of Mortimer
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=32 ; Monday June 19th, 2023 11:00:40 AM
Gnubert follows the others as they search for the enemy. Gnubert keeps an eye out for signs of which direction to go (Perception DC32)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:26 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=9 ; d20=2 ; d6=1 ; Monday June 19th, 2023 11:07:26 AM
There was clearly something in the water. Well, it wasn't that clear, because Torryn couldn't actually see it, but it must be there, because neither she nor the Sea Devil could hit each other! That wasn't quite true though, because her very first thrusting drilling punch did strike home. (AC:16) Torryn was convinced that this was solely due to Drack's divine intervention and not any great skill on her part. As before, it was only a glancing blow. She hoped that the others were faring better than she. At least her defences were holding and judging by the movement and proximity of the shark (1), they would need to be their best.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:26/21/23. temp/hp:33/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless, disguise d20+12=23 ; d20+10=17 ; d20+7=10 ; d20+6=8 ; Monday June 19th, 2023 12:37:38 PM
Mortimer is not liking this spot he's in, between a murderous rogue and a great white shark. He decides to put a little distance and a sahuagin between himself and the shark. He performs an acrobatic feat to avoid any unwanted knifing.
(Acrobatics: 23 vs SR2 CMD, to avoid attacks of opportunity by moving through threatened squares. Moves to X8, the left side of SR2.)
Mortimer decides to take on a more defensive posture, but he still tries to smack SR2 with a spell-like ability.
(Mortimer is now Fighting Defensively, +3 AC/ -4 Hit, because he has 3 ranks in Acrobatics.)
For his attack he attempts to slap the SR2 with his Grave Touch.
(Mortimer casts spell-like ability Grave Touch. Cast Defensively: 17, success. Hit Touch AC: 10-4 = 6. No Save. Target is Shaken with Fear for 2 rounds.)
He then turns to the sahuagin rogue (SR2) and says, "OYE, that big bugger there is comin' for ya!" He points at his fellow sahuagin (S1) currently being chomped on by the great white.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:26/21/23. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless, disguise Monday June 19th, 2023 12:48:15 PM ooc: Correction on Hit Points.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP -9/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=7 ; Monday June 19th, 2023 1:21:58 PM
Manolo feels almost completely out of....life' I feel weak', he thinks momentarily as everything becomes dark.
HP -10 Save roll 7 (not sure if any mods are needed) OOC: possible even more - HP as actions taken during combat also cause negative HP
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP -9/31 ; d20=10 ; Monday June 19th, 2023 1:24:45 PM
OOC: I reread the posts....did Gnubert healing work on Manny as well ?
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:26/21/23. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless, disguise Monday June 19th, 2023 1:32:44 PM
ooc: Manolo got 10 points of healing last round from Gnubert. He has 1 hit point and awake.
Drack (Chris J) - hp31/35 - AC 17 2d6=6 ; d20+13=18 ; Monday June 19th, 2023 3:35:50 PM
"Gnubert. Keep the others alive. Ill heal myself for now."
Drack swiftly lays hands on himself for a pathetic 6hp, and swings at SR1 standing right next to him, missing pathetically. (Banner rolls this round.)
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 5/8
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+5=15 ; d6+2=6 ; Monday June 19th, 2023 5:26:30 PM
Loryn moves back slightly to get a line on the devil attacking Mortimer. Need to give that devil something else to think about
An Acid ray leaps from his hand at SR 2 Touch Attack Hit AC 15 Dmg 6
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 5/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 32/36 CMD: -1 3d8+5=21 ; Monday June 19th, 2023 8:13:23 PM
Gnubert reaches over and touches Manny on the shoulder as he burns a prepared protection from evil (3rd level for a cure serious wounds healing him for 21 points. [ b]"That should help! Who is next?!"[/b]
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 5/31 Monday June 19th, 2023 10:14:58 PM
"I don't have much Torry, but I'll give you what i have. Maybe we use one of these dead creatures as a morsel of food to that shark so it doesn't look at us as food."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 22/31 ; d20=10 ; Monday June 19th, 2023 10:52:08 PM
"Thanks Gnubert", Manolo shouts.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:26 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday June 20th, 2023 5:39:54 AM
"Huh? What's that, Ash?" Torryn managed to ask as she fought furiously with the Sea Devil before her. She really wasn't sure that she needed anything - other than the skill and ability to actually hit the creature. Strangely, the shark didn't worry her overly. Perhaps it should, but she was entirely focused on defeating her current enemy. Her magic would, she hoped, also protect her against the shark
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20=19 ; d20=3 ; d20=19 ; d20=6 ; d20+10=19 ; d20+5=18 ; d20+12=27 ; d20+7=20 ; d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d20+9=11 ; Tuesday June 20th, 2023 10:06:49 AM
Round 6
Gnubert looks for enemies, beyond the two sharks, two rogues and the one remaining sahuagin all he sees are shadows. Torryn smacks the remaining sahuagin for a little more damage. Mortimer shows off some serious moves to get out of a flanking position and then touches the rogue causing some damage and shaking its confidence. He yells to the shark as well. Drack heals himself, a little, and misses the rogue. Loryn moves and sends a ray at the rogue engaged with Mortimer scoring a hit. Gnubert heals Manolo for a substantiation amount (21 points). Ash offers advice.
Five enemies are left and the party is nearly tapped on spells, fortunately the last remaining normal sahuagin cannot land an hit.
Shark 1 still floats in place, the magical spell holding him there is very effective against its week mind. {Save: 10}
The shaken rogue continues to attack Mortimer. {Hit: 19/18} While it is hard to read the facial expression it does appear frustrated at its inability to kill a caster.
The other rogue continues to duke it out with Drack. {Hit: 27/20 Dam: 8/8}
Shark two is only really aware of one enemy. It killed an allie last time in an attempt to get to Mortimer but has a clear path now. It flashes though the water, rows of discolored teeth exposed. The jaws snap, just short! {Hit: 11}
Shark Mount 1 AC: 19 HP: 42 - Is aware of Mortimer and Mole Shark Mount 2 AC: 19 HP 36 - Is aware of Mortimer
Drack (Chris J) - hp35/35 - AC 17 2d6=12 ; d20+13=23 ; d10+5=8 ; Tuesday June 20th, 2023 10:20:14 AM
Drack swiftly lays hands upon himself once more for 12, and then attempts to hit the rogue attacking him.
attack: hit ac 23, damage 8
"Hang on Manolo. As soon as I finish this guy, I'll be right there. Fight defensively until you get help."
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 5/8
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:26 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=12 ; d20=1 ; d6=6 ; Tuesday June 20th, 2023 10:50:53 AM
At last! Thought Torryn. She'd finally hit her opponent. She'd spotted a small opening in the Sea Devil's defences and managed to send a fist through it. The subsequent hit was satisfying - from her perspective. She doubted that the Sahuagin felt that way. Sadly, her attempted follow-up was woeful and almost caused her to lose her balance.
Hit AC: 19 for 6 damage, then rolled a 1.
Like Drack, she was concerned for Manny. If she could have helped, she would, but also like Drack, she was more than a little preoccupied.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+5=17 ; d6+2=5 ; Tuesday June 20th, 2023 10:55:52 AM
The gnomes eyes goa bit wide as the shark lunges for Mortimer. That has to be the luckiest human I have ever seen.
Loryn sends another ray at SR2
Touch attack hit AC 17 Dmg 5
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 4/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:29/24/26. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless, disguise Tuesday June 20th, 2023 2:50:29 PM (Mortimer switches to Total Defense. +6 AC, standard action. With ≥ 3 ranks in Acrobatics, his bonus goes from +4 to +6. New AC: 29.)
Mortimer could always take a punch ... or kick. He was quite successful in pub brawls. Usually the other combatants would become fatigued from the fight. Their blows didn't seem to have much effect, like kicking a dead horse. It wasn't until they'd start beating him with the furniture, or drawing weapons, that things took a turn for the worse. When things turned sideways, a kind of instinct would take over; untapped experience would float to the surface. This was happening now.
Mortimer draws his dagger in his offhand, and in tandem with his sickle and shield, all his weapons came to his defense. He dodged and blocked each attack from the far more talented rogue. Everything was in slow motion.
Then the shark lunged forward. Mortimer stares into the open maw of this massive, apex predator. There, caught between the second and third rows of serrated teeth, was the lifeless head of the sahuagin it had just consumed. The expression of complete shock was still frozen on its face. Its bottom lip flapped as if it were mumbling. Mortimer finds its final expression quite humorous and lets out a mild chuckle, "Heh!"
Suddenly the shark slams into his shield, its jaws furiously chomping. Mortimer's concentration is temporarily broken as he lets out a, "STONE THE BLOODY CROWS!!" The force slams him back into the wall, but he quickly recovers and readies for the next attack.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 22/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=8 ; d4=3 ; Tuesday June 20th, 2023 7:19:59 PM
Manolo moves near Drack just below the enemy either south of the enemy or south east of the enemy and attacks defensively.
Attack 12 (8+7+1-4) Damage 4 (3+1)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 5/31 d20+2=10 ; Tuesday June 20th, 2023 7:42:39 PM
"Sorry thought you had this in check. " Ash says a she steps 10' to his right, giving Torryn flanking on the creature.
He does lash out with a punch, but misses.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 36/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=32 ; Tuesday June 20th, 2023 10:30:07 PM
Gnubert follows the others as they search for the enemy. Gnubert keeps an eye out for signs of which direction to go (Perception DC32)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 32/36 CMD: -1 3d8+5=24 ; Tuesday June 20th, 2023 10:36:23 PM
Gnubert watches the ease in which Mortimer dodges, and moves out of the way of attacks headed his way before snapping out of it and swimming behind Ash where the cleric converts a prepared waterbreathing (3rd level) to a cure serious wounds. The cleric reaches out and touches Ash on the shoulder healing him for 24 points.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 37/48; CMD 16 d20+6=10 ; d20+11=26 ; Wednesday June 21st, 2023 10:19:47 AM
The water elemental moves to attack the nearest opponent, but misses.
Mole tracks shark1 and notices it has sensed his presence. He moves to prevent the shark from moving through the others to engage him.
Water Elemental Attack AC10; KS-Nature DC26
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20=3 ; d20+9=23 ; d20+12=23 ; d20+12=16 ; d20+7=16 ; Wednesday June 21st, 2023 11:14:54 AM Drack lands the first hit on Rogue 1 while Torryn finishes off the last of the stand sahuagin. Ash swings at the sahuagin that Torryn just knocked out but has no effect on the dieing thing. Lorryn sees how luck Mortimer is to avoid the jaws of the shark which he then attacks. Mortimer adopts a defensive stance hoping to simply weather the storm of the shark and rogue 2. Manolo moves to assist with Rogue 1 but misses his attack. Gnubert snaps out of his trance from watching combat and heals Ash. Mole directs his water elemental to attack rogue 1 as the closest enemy, shark 1, is is still under the effects of hold monster.
Shark 1 again fails its save against hold monster, again. {Most effective spell of the fight.} Shark 2 again staps at Mortimer but he cannot get his teeth on the caster.
Rogue 2 moves above Mortimer and around behind him though he cannot get to a flanking position. {open to an AOO} He swings with his short sword missing. The sahuagin pauses for just a moment looking at the hard to hit caster and then glancing at the others of the party.
Rogue 1 misses twice with attacks at Drack and yells something unintelligible to Rogue 1.
{ooc: Mortimer gets a hero point for excellent role play.}
SR1 AC: 23 HP:53 - No Weapons SR2 AC: 23 HP:43 -
Shark Mount 1 AC: 19 HP: 42 - Is aware of Mortimer, Mole and Lorryn Shark Mount 2 AC: 19 HP 31 - Is aware of Mortimer - Held
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:26 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=13 ; d20=1 ; Wednesday June 21st, 2023 11:29:02 AM
Having dispatched her attacker, Torryn spun around and swam to assist Mortimer. (Swim 18)
(I am not sure of the scale, so cannot fully assess the distance. If less than a half move, she'll still get an attack. Plus, she can 'hustle' to close the distance faster. I will add 1 attack only. Disallow if the distance was too great.)
"Here, fishy-fishy!" Torryn called to the shark. It was big. She had no idea what a "great white" was, but she recognised that this 'fish' had a LOT of teeth - big, sharp teeth. She took a deep breath and focusing her efforts, completely failed to hit the shark.
(More 1's. That solves the issue of whether she can attack or not.
"Ugh! This water is so ...watery." she complained at a loss as to how to explain her ineptitude in the strange medium.
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+5=23 ; d6+2=8 ; Wednesday June 21st, 2023 2:57:53 PM Going to be resorting to harsh language in another 30 seconds....Smile you sunovab...
Loryn casts his Acid ray at the shark trying to eat Mortimer
Hit Touch AC 23 Dmg 8
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 3/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:26/21/23. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless, disguise d20+10=14 ; d20+11=12 ; Wednesday June 21st, 2023 3:44:05 PM (ooc: Sadly, Total Defense does not allow attacks of opportunity.)
Mortimer was planning to flip around to the other side of the rogue, but Torynn and Loryn starting attacking the shark and he wasn't going to leave them alone with it. Though he does have something to say to the rogue...
"Help ain't comin'! We killed them already!"
(Mortimer switches back to Fighting Defensively: +3 AC/-4 Hit.)
Mortimer moves over into the rogues old spot (5ft-Step, Swim: 14) and attempts to use his Grave Touch again. However this time he loses his concentration (Concentration: 12, natural 1) and the spell fizzles. At least for now, Torynn can easily move into a flanking position (+2 Hit) If he can keep the shark looking in his direction, he won't turn on the others.
Drack (Chris J) - hp35/35 - AC 17 d20+13=19 ; Wednesday June 21st, 2023 4:36:38 PM
Seeing that everyone appears to be good, and not down. Drack takes a 5' step so as to be flanking the shark and the rogue. He swings again at the rogue, power attacking by 2.
Attack: hit ac 19. Miss.
"these buggers are as tough to hit as Torry is."
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 5/8
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 29/31 Wednesday June 21st, 2023 6:11:52 PM
"Much appreciated Gnubert" Ash thanked. " the Mage begins swimming towards the rogues and shark, but not close enough.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 22/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=6 ; d4=3 ; 4d6=13 ; Wednesday June 21st, 2023 7:53:49 PM
Manolo will try to move and flank one of the enemies and will also proceed to attack defensively if possible ( only if not provoking attack of opportunity)
Attack 10 (6+7+1-4) (possibly+2 if flanking I think) Damage 4
Flank /sneak attack 13
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 32/36 CMD: -1 Thursday June 22nd, 2023 8:52:36 AM
Gnubert smiles at Ash, "You are most welcome my friend!" Gnubert holds his position and waits to see who needs help
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20=8 ; d20=12 ; d4=4 ; d4=2 ; 13d6=50 ; 3d6=15 ; 3d6=12 ; d20+9=16 ; d20=3 ; d20=19 ; Thursday June 22nd, 2023 9:26:05 AM
Round 8
Torryn, having disposed of the sahuagin, moves and misses the shark. A frustrated Loryn hits a shark, 2 as his friends call him, with some acid. Mortimer gets some distance from the rogue but fails to cast a spell. Drack moves so he is flanking a shark and a rogue who are now also flanking him, and misses. [b Ash [/b] thanks Gnubert and swims closer to the action. Manolo is back in his preferred, flanking, position but misses. Gnubert smiles and holds his position.
Rogue 1 smiles at Drack’s positioning and unleashes two claw attacks at the paladin which they are now flanking.. {Hit: 18/22 Damage: 6/4 Sneak Damage: 15/12 Bleed: 3}
Shark 2 reacts to Torryn’s miss, spins and bites at her. {Hit: 16}
The rogue, called two by his friends, moves to flank Torryn and attacks with a short sword. {Hit: 17}
Shark 1 finally shakes its head and starts to move, locking its unnerving, unthinking eyes on Mole.
SR1 AC: 23 HP:53 - No Weapons SR2 AC: 23 HP:43 -
Shark Mount 1 AC: 19 HP: 42 - Is aware of Mortimer, Mole and Lorryn Shark Mount 2 AC: 19 HP 23 - Is aware of Mole due to Hold Animal Spell
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:26 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=3 ; d20=9 ; Thursday June 22nd, 2023 9:58:15 AM
The creature that had tried to hit her was in a most advantageous position - for him. That certainly wasn't the case for Torryn. She backed up. it was a small movement (5' step: no AOO), but one that deprived that particularly Sea Devil of sneaking up on her blindside or getting her stuck between two adversaries. She drew closer to Mortimer and the rock wall, knowing that such positioning would restrict her assailants' options. Now if only she could remember her forms properly and actually hit something!
No, was the answer.
It was sinking home that she was plainly not the fighter that she thought she was. She could only hope that it didn't cost one of her friends their life. She tried to settle herself and focus, but it was difficult with the massive shark intent on chomping her to pieces. So many teeth!
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:26/21/23. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless, disguise d20+10=29 ; d20+9=19 ; Thursday June 22nd, 2023 10:36:06 AM
Mortimer grows frustrated after his failure to cast one of his simplest spell-like abilities (that doesn't require verbal, somatic or material components). He gives it another try. This time a black, gloomy aura envelops his hand.
(Mortimer casts Grave Touch. Cast Defensively: 29, success. Fighting Defensively +3 AC/-4 Hit. Flanking +2. Hit TouchAC: 19-4= 15. No Save. Shaken condition for 2 rounds.)
Mortimer connects and the Shark, for the first time in its life, becomes shaken with fear of the grave. He hopes this new sensation has startling results.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 29/31 d20+2=11 ; d20+2=6 ; Thursday June 22nd, 2023 10:49:12 AM
Ash was out of spells, and didn't believe in mundane weapons.. that left one choice. Himself. Ash throws himself at sr2 and begins grappling the sahugain rogue. (Cmb roll is 11, I don't know his cmd, but I am guessing thats not enough)
Drack (Chris J) - hp -2/35 - AC 17 Thursday June 22nd, 2023 11:23:00 AM
As the rogues blades rip deep into his body, Drack realizes he made a major tactical error. While trying to flank the rogue, he let the rogue flank him. One of the first lessons he had learned as a student of war, and one that he had neglected in his haste to finish things.
His eyes go wide as the blades go deeper, "I'm sorry Domi" is the last thing that utters from his lips as his eyes go blank. His body begins to float lifelessly, his blood moving through the water like a fog in the morning hours.
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 5/8
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:26/21/23. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless, disguise Thursday June 22nd, 2023 11:35:30 AM
(ooc: Not sure the Shark counts as a flank. The shark is unaware of Drack and therefore not a threat.)
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+5=10 ; d20+5=10 ; Thursday June 22nd, 2023 12:12:08 PM
Bad to worse as the devil shreds the groups main weapon at this point.
Loryn backs up 5' from the devil right in front of him and at point blank range heroically misses
Ray of Acid Touch attack AC 10 hero re-roll for an identical result
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 2/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 37/48; CMD 16 Thursday June 22nd, 2023 9:55:01 PM
Mole moves and with a quick word stabilizes Drack.
Cast Stabilize on Drack.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 32/36 CMD: -1 Thursday June 22nd, 2023 10:25:23 PM
Gnubert sees Drack float and a lump develops in his throat. Gnubert watches as Mole stabilizes Drack, and double moves to end up behind paladin. "Drack just hold on buddy. It's coming I swear! By all the Gods I swear!" Gnubert looks around aware he isn't in the best position defensively but in the best position for healing in just a moment
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 22/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=6 ; d4=1 ; 4d6=22 ; Friday June 23rd, 2023 7:12:14 AM
Manolo keeps attacking the enemy defensively. " Heal Drack !", He says as the sight of a lifelessDrack scares him while attacking. Attack 12 (6-4+7+1+2?) Damage 2 Flank 22
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d6=5 ; d20+8=13 ; d20+12=29 ; d20+8=27 ; d4=2 ; d4=2 ; d20+12=26 ; d6+5=8 ; Friday June 23rd, 2023 10:04:42 AM
Round 9
Torryn continues to be frustrated by the gods of combat. Mortimer gets it together and the chill of the grave passes through the shark affectionately known as 2. Ash attempts to grapple rogue 2 but it is like trying to grab a fish in water, futile. Drack apologies to Domi as he slips into unconsciousness. Loryn fires a ray of acid that misses, he feels confident it would have it the shark however. Mole insurers that Drack will not die, at least not from his current wounds. Gnubert moves closer to Drack but slightly out of reach. {ooc: He stops short so he could cast a spell and then move to touch if necessary.} Manolo continues attacking while yelling for Drack to be healed.
Shark number 2 is in a pure blood furry at this point, caused but the cloud of blood around Drack. It turns again snaps at Mortimer. {Hit: 13} Again its jaws miss.
Round 1 swings at the closes targets aiming once claw at Manolo {Hit: 25 Dam: 4} and one at the elemental despite it just sitting idle so much. {Hit: 27 Dam: 4}
Rogue 2 swims back behind Loryn and Mole, opening itself to attacks, and swings once at Mole with a short sword. {Hit: 26 Dam: 8}
From the dark of the cave more sahuagin appear. They are armed and stream towards the party!!!!!!!! Four normal sahuagin warriors, one the female who was injured earlier a move fast lead by one of the casters. The loop around behind the party the caster moving directly to the legendary shark 1. With them are two of the smaller young sahuagin.
Perception DC10: Highlight to display spoiler: { While armed this group is also carrying a sort of nets as a bags full of what look like shells and food. }
SR1 AC: 23 HP:53 - No Weapons SR2 AC: 23 HP:41 -
Shark Mount 1 AC: 19 Touch: 10 HP: 42 - Shark Mount 2 AC: 19 Touch: 10 HP 23 - Shaken 2/2
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 29/31 d20+4=23 ; d20+2=7 ; Friday June 23rd, 2023 10:43:06 AM
Ash stops to look at the newcomers. "Don't worry about them, they're fleeing. "
He tried to grab the sahugain again, but the creature is too slippery.
Mortimer notices nothing but a huge shark in front of him ... and Torryn off to the side. So he attempts to be dodgy, like before, and move into a flanking position.
(Acrobatics: 20, to move through threatened squares and avoid AoO. I swear the dice hates me.)
Mortimer them defensively casts Grave Touch again and slaps the shark across his face.
(Mortimer casts Grave Touch. Defensive Casting: 30, success. Fighting Defensively. Flank +2. Hit TouchAC: 26-4 = 22. No Save. Shaken condition applied to a creature who's already Shakened becomes Frightened condition instead. Shark must flee from combat.)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 32/36 CMD: -1 d20+12=13 ; 3d8+5=20 ; Friday June 23rd, 2023 11:19:18 AM
Gnubert converts his last 3rd level spell to a cure serious cast it before swimming to Drack and touching his friend healing him for 20 points. "That should work for the moment! More enemy coming but it looks as though they are leaving"
Torryn quickly looked across. The movement had caught her attention. (Perception:29. What a time to get a 20). Equipped as the Sahuagin were, Torryn was inclined to believe Ash's assessment: they were leaving! She immediately turned her attention back to the massive shark that was currently seeking to menace Mortimer with extreme prejudice. Her first thrust missed woefully. Again! Gritting her teeth in frustration she tried again. The heel of her left palm slammed into its flank. (Confirmed critical!)
"Hya!" She cried with the effort. (Damage:10 That had most certainly garnered its attention, or would have had not the creature been so spooked by the strange magic that Mortimer had called forth.
"How's Dracky?" She asked in concern whilst not taking her eyes off the shark. There had been a LOT of blood in the water around him. She felt almost guilty. Her own magic had protected her impeccably. No blows had landed. In a way though, that didn't surprise. Her own inability to hit anything testified to the difficulty of fighting in water. Clearly, even the experts had some trouble.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 26/35 - AC 17 2d6=8 ; Friday June 23rd, 2023 12:09:26 PM
Floating lifelessly for a few moments, Drack sees a light, and begins to move towards it. As he does, he hears a powerful and commanding voice declare "Your job is not done. Go back." he then finds himself conscious again, with Gnubert near him.
"Thanks Gnubert."
Drack swiftly lays hands on himself to continue the healing for 8 more. He then takes a 5' step out of the flank, denying the rogue the chance to do it again. Assuming he dropped his sword when he died, he will pull his backup Elven curved sword. It wasn't magical, but it would do the trick.(if pulling another weapon invokes an attack of opportunity, he will forego that, and just move the 5')
"I don't care if the rest flee. This one is not going anywhere if i can help it. We have unfinished business."
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 4/8
AC 13 HP 34/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+5=20 ; d6+2=7 ; Friday June 23rd, 2023 5:46:53 PM Just two shots left Loryn old boy. make them count. the others may believe the reinforcements are heading out, but Loryn was not about the take the chance by swimming towards them.
Loryn swims back away from SR2 and lets fly with an acid ray Touch Attack Hit AC 20 Dmg 7
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 1/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 29/48; CMD 16 d20+12=30 ; Friday June 23rd, 2023 11:45:24 PM
Perception DC30
Mole moves back to shield Loryn from the sea devil. He goes defensive. He points his hammer towards the opening and then waves his hammer towards sea devil.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+8=14 ; d4=3 ; d20+14=29 ; d20+9=13 ; d6=5 ; 3d6=11 ; Monday June 26th, 2023 9:37:00 AM
Round 10
Ash lets the group know to not worry about the new arrivals. Mortimer fails to get into a flanking position but does manage to frighten the shark. Gnubert patches up Drack further. Torryn lands a solid hit on the frighten shark. Drack sputters back to life and draws a new weapon. Loryn gets some distance and fires a ray at the frightened shark nearly killing it. Mole moves into a defensive position with Loryn.
The large and bloody shark 2 does something an eating maching like itself rarely does, it knows flees. Deep fear that causes it to run from these dangerous predators.
Rogue 1, seeing the shark flee, looks for its partner and moves over toward Mole, Loryn and Ash. He swings with claws once at Loryn. {Hit: 14 Dam: 3}
Roge 2 sees his opening and movies to flank Mole swinging with its short sword twice. {HIt: 29/13 Dam: 9 + Sneak 11 + Bleed 3}
The other group flees with shark 1 and the caster waiting to insure everyone is out. At the last moment one of the littlest of the sahuagin revers course and starts to swim back. The cast yells something unintelligible and casts darkness on the little one!
SR1 AC: 23 HP:53 - No Weapons SR2 AC: 23 HP:41 -
Shark Mount 1 AC: 19 Touch: 10 HP: 42 - Shark Mount 2 AC: 19 Touch: 10 HP 6 - Frightened 1/2
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:26 F9: R:10 W:12 d20=14 ; d20=17 ; d6=2 ; Monday June 26th, 2023 11:26:02 AM
Torryn quickly moved the short distance forward to aid Mole. Hoping that the short, circular drilling punches would cut through the water with ease, she attempted to strike the nasty Sea Devil (SR2) It seemed that she was getting slowly used to this strange element, because her targeting was much improved. her first punch narrowly missed (AC:21). The second struck true! (AC:24) The damage though was minimal. Torryn simply didn't have the muscle that Drack possessed. Still, she had hit and shown it that it wasn't impervious to harm - even from a little, unarmed Fey.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:26/21/23. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless, disguise d20+2=14 ; d20+7=26 ; d3=3 ; Monday June 26th, 2023 12:50:22 PM
With the giant-sized shark having been taken over with fear, a grin of grim satisfaction forms across his face.
(Preception: 14)
With the beast out of the way, Mortimer is finally able to see that the last remaining sahuagin are trying to flee, though there appears to be a bit of drama within their ranks.
As he emerges from the sharks blood cloud, Mortimer reverts back to his natural form ... something reminiscent to a pale, overgrown bat ... especially with his cloak wafting in the watery currents.
He moves closer to the remaining combatants and fires a frozen, indigo ray at SR1 that's attacking Loryn.
(Mortimer casts Ray of Frost at SR1. Hit TouchAC: 26. Damage: 3 frost damage.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Monday June 26th, 2023 12:56:31 PM
(ooc: Mortimer is no longer Fighting Defensively. Adjusting AC in the name line.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Monday June 26th, 2023 1:32:30 PM
Noticing Ash in need of a weapon, Mortimer suggests, "Oye, Ash! There's plenty of weapons scattered at your feet!"
He points to all the various tridents and spears laying on the sea floor from dead sahuagin.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 6/48; CMD 16 Monday June 26th, 2023 3:12:17 PM
Mole finds himself in serious trouble. He doesn't see a way out of his situation. His only option is continue to go defensive.
Total Defense AC 22.
AC 13 HP 31/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+5=17 ; d6+2=7 ; Monday June 26th, 2023 6:03:17 PM
The scrape was minor from the claw and Loryn didn't worry about it. What Mole was just put through concerns him greatly. The pair of devils they currently faced could essentially flank and nearly kill any one of them at will and Loryn could think of nothing to change that grim fact.
He targets (SR2) with his last attack Hit Touch AC 17 Dmg 7
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 0/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 18/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=12 ; Monday June 26th, 2023 7:44:27 PM
Manolo wakes up from his daydreaming...or rather a small fear of being attacked and killed if he was to be honest with himself. Manolo sees Mole in the same bad flanking situation, 'tough decision', he thinks as he proceeds to do something completely ridiculous and deadly. He starts to run and charge towards the enemy (SR1) with the intent of pushing him out of the flanking position....and as Manolo Charges and Bull Rushes the enemy he shouts "leave him alone !"
Combat Maneuvers : Charge + Bull Rush
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 18/31 ; d20=10 ; Monday June 26th, 2023 7:51:03 PM
CMB for Bull Rush is: 18 12(d20) + 3 (BAB,Base Attack Bonus)+1(STR Mod) + 2 (charge bonus)
Also Manolo AC is -2 Until his turn and updated HP.
OOC Might be wrong? First time I am using this feature from mathfinder (:
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 29/31 d20+2=22 ; Monday June 26th, 2023 7:59:02 PM
" I am not in need of a weapon Mortimer, I don't believe in them. Bug difference. "
Watching the young one come back, Ash can only think its some last ditch, sacrifical attack, throw the youngest and weakest, knowing the group wont kill him.. but also make it so dark to be able to attack.
Ash again tries wrestling the rogue in front him, 22 cmb, Natural 20.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 26/35 - AC 17 Monday June 26th, 2023 8:55:10 PM
(I will post tomorrow. Long day today)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 32/36 CMD: -1 2d8+5=10 ; Monday June 26th, 2023 11:45:52 PM
Gnubert swims 20 feet and ends up behind Mole. The cleric converts a second level sound burst to a cure moderate wounds and touches Mole on the shoulder healing him for 10 health. "Starting to get real low folks!"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 26/35 - AC 17 d20+13=29 ; d10+5=9 ; Tuesday June 27th, 2023 7:27:05 AM
Drack moves next to Rogue one and takes a swing while flanking him. Drack hits ac 29 for 9 damage
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 4/8
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+10=26 ; d20+5=13 ; d4=3 ; d4=3 ; d20+13=26 ; d20+8=23 ; d6=1 ; Tuesday June 27th, 2023 11:33:18 AM Torryn manages to move and strikes rogue 2. Mortimer lands first blood on rogue 1. In a bad spot Mole moves to a defensive stance. Lorryn is concerned for Mole and lands some damage on rogue 2. Manolo tries something heroic (heroic enough to get a +2 bonus) but it is not quite enough to move Rogue 1, it is enough to get its attention away from Mole. Ash comments on his feelings about weapons and attempts ot grapple the rogue, thanks to the work of Manolo he actually gets a grip on him. Gnubert heals Mole {10} and comments that he is almost tapped. Drack attacks the grappled rogue 1 causing a deep cut.
Both of the rogues are looking a little beat up, oddly about the same amount of beat up. The expression on rogue one’s face changes as it appears to enter some sort of frenzied state!! While grappled it attacks with claws at its tormentor Ash. {Hit: 26/13 Dam: 6/6}
Rogue 2 also slips into a Blood Frenzy lashing out at Torryn with its sword. {HIt: 26/23 Dam: 7}
The darkness spell blocks what little you could see of the retreating sahuagin for a moment until the littlest one just sticks its head out at watches. After a moment you see the caster on the shark appear, grab the little on, and pull it away.
Beyond that you see the shape of Shark 2 making for the entrance at top speed.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 26/35 - AC 17 d20+13=15 ; Tuesday June 27th, 2023 11:49:20 AM
Drack continues to attack SR1. He would like to power attack, but they are too hard to hit. And typically, Drack hits ac 15
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 4/8
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+7=12 ; Tuesday June 27th, 2023 12:05:03 PM (Note: The Rogues' AC's dropped to 21 while in Blood Frenzy.)
Mortimer casts a spell and his hand radiates a shadowy darkness. He then moves within reach of SR1 to deliver a touch.
(Mortimer casts Touch of Fatigue and touches SR1. Hit TouchAC: 12. Fort Save DC: 15 vs Fatigued condition, -2 Str, -2 Dex. Can't run or charge. Anything that causes them fatigue will make them exhausted instead.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Tuesday June 27th, 2023 12:08:32 PM (Forgot to mention, the Spells Duration is 5 rounds.)
Torryn made a small move to her left. It wasn't much, but was enough to grant her flanking against the Sea Devil. That would also mitigate any advantage it might have against Mole., or so she hoped. She again resorted to her drilling punches. They seemed to be the best option for cutting through the water, albeit she still wasn't hitting an awful lot. That, she attributed to her lack of skill more than anything else.
(On this occasion she hits AC: 26 and AC: 21, courtesy of the flanking offered to her by Bless and more especially Mole. Given its frenzied state and reduced AC, that results in 2 hits!)
The punches land. Torryn snaps each back with as much speed as she delivered them. Her Fey Shield had just winked out. She'd be a lot easier to hit now and her opponent appeared to be blood crazed. Fortunately, she had healing that she could call upon after the fight - IF she survived it.
(Total: 8 damage.)
AC 13 HP 31/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+9=29 ; Tuesday June 27th, 2023 3:37:51 PM
Loryn stares back at the young sahuagin, She will remember the surface dwellers that came to her home and slew her people. This is how humans keep enemies the fight quickly has his attention again and Loryn with not but his soft hands, swims towards the surface.
Swim check 29
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 0/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 29/31 d20+7=21 ; Tuesday June 27th, 2023 7:24:44 PM
Ash must have read a book on different wrestling tactics and used it to his advantage Grapple Roll 21, hold grappled and advance to pin, putting Sahugain rogue 1 in pinned condition.
"See Morty, no weapons needed".
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 18/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=8 ; d4=1 ; Tuesday June 27th, 2023 8:53:23 PM
Manolo tries to stab the nearest enemy but he finds it too difficult as he he is still catching his breath from charging at the enemy and failed to push the enemy over.
Attack (d20 result is not good enough) Damage 2
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 6/48; CMD 16 Tuesday June 27th, 2023 10:08:47 PM
Mole maintains his defensive stance. He breaths for a few more seconds as if some divine being saved him from death when he should be a corpse.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 16/48; CMD 16 Tuesday June 27th, 2023 10:09:12 PM
fixing current HP
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 32/36 CMD: -1 2d8+5=11 ; Tuesday June 27th, 2023 11:24:19 PM
Gnubert converts another second level spell and reaches out to touch Mole again healing him for 11 points of healing. "With a little luck these are the last 2 and we can breathe a bit."
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+5=7 ; d20+11=20 ; d20+14=19 ; d20+9=16 ; d20+9=10 ; Wednesday June 28th, 2023 9:39:07 AM Drack heroically misses. Thanks to the sahuagin going into a frenzy Mortimer to land Touch of Fatigue. {Save: 7} Torryn lands two strikes on rogue two. Lorryn sees the young sahuagin be pulled away and starts swimming to the surface. Ash gets an even stronger grip on the sahuagin, pinning it. Manolo fails to stab an enemy. Mole maintains a defensive france as Gnubert heal him further.
Rogue one thrashes about in a frenzied attempt to break the grapple of oddly competent wizard (Escape Artist: 20} but fails.
Rogue two swings twice at Torryn for punching it. Both attacks are ineffective.
Shark two continues to swim away, most likely the fleeing sahuagin will keep it with them as another resource while fleeing the area.
SR1 AC: 23 HP:32 - No Weapons - Pinned by Ash - Blood Frenzy (AC-2) SR2 AC: 23 HP:24 -
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+12=16 ; d20+9=10 ; Wednesday June 28th, 2023 11:25:23 AM (Just to clarify... SR1 has three conditions:Frenzied +2 Str/-2ac, Fatigued -2 Str/ -2 Dex and Grappled -2 Hit/ -4 Dex ... correct? That would mean he currently has an AC18.)
Seeing the obvious advantage, Mortimer swims a somersault maneuver over SR1 to position himself opposite of Manolo. (Acrobatics: 16, not really necessary, SR1 cant make AoO in his condition) He then attacks with his sickle. His weapon naturally clangs against a rock instead.
"Bollocks!" A visibly mad Mortimer looks to his mates and requests, "Oye, finish off that squirmy bastard!"
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 17/31 d20+7=10 ; Wednesday June 28th, 2023 11:26:58 AM
* SR 's AC is now 19, and minus any dex bonus*
Ash figures to hold the sahugain as long as the others can get a shot in on him while his defenses are down. He knew he wouldn't be able to hold the pin forever... and forever seemed to be now. ( Grapple roll 10)
Torryn was pleased that she'd managed to draw the Sea Devil's attention away from Mole. Perhaps it was being overly optimistic, but she hoped to hit the creature twice more.
It was.
Once more the strange element worked against her and she joined Drack and Mortimer in completely failing to land a blow. She said nothing, though; she needed to retain her focus just as Agratha had taught her, because it would certainly attack again and she needed to marshal her defences.
AC 13 HP 31/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+9=21 ; Wednesday June 28th, 2023 12:56:05 PM
Loryn keeps swimming up for the surface. Once there, he looks for the cage and the gnome he was told of by Drack and heads that way.
Swim check 21
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 0/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Drack (Chris J) - hp 26/35 - AC 17 d20+11=14 ; Wednesday June 28th, 2023 1:29:04 PM
Drack continues to attack the rogue from a flanking position, but due to him being grappled and fatigued, Drack will power attack by 2 this time. missing (I hate this stupid die roller. it's getting ridiculous.)
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 4/8
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 32/36 CMD: -1 Wednesday June 28th, 2023 2:23:33 PM
Gnubert holds his ground and waits for his next moment
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Wednesday June 28th, 2023 2:39:31 PM
Mortimer wonders how a group of mindless zombies can tear and rip a body apart so easily. 'They'd be suckling on the bones by now,' he thinks. And here we are ... !
He offers up a little encouragement. "Mole ... bring your hammer down so LOUD and HARD that your ancestors will hear it!" Maybe he should have been a bard.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 18/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=7 ; d4=2 ; 4d6=12 ; Wednesday June 28th, 2023 2:58:11 PM
"It's seems we are unlucky despite trying our best !", Manolo says as he tries to attack once again. If he misses he also says "We need a Miracle Here GRAGUL !" Attack 17 (7+7+1+2)(d20+BAB+Bless+Flanking) Damage 3 (1d4+1) Flank/Sneak Attack 12
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/48; CMD 16 d20+5=14 ; Wednesday June 28th, 2023 10:15:01 PM
Mole switches to offense. He attacks with his hammer, but fails to strike the sea devil.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art d20+12=19 ; d4=2 ; d20=4 ; d20+12=24 ; d4=1 ; Thursday June 29th, 2023 9:40:59 AM
Round 13
Mortimer feels confident he can strike the very messed up Rogue 1, that confidence is misplaced. Torryn, shocked by Mortimers ineptitude, ties to show him how it is done and fails. Lorryn continues to swim to the surface his head breaking though easily enough. Drack, not to be outdone by Torryn, fans at the water with his blade missing the target. Gnubert waits. Mole, likewise flails about. Manolo catches a lucky break and clips rogue one for decent damage. {ooc: GM granted circumstance bonus as your opponent beginning to panic, not mechanically.}
Rogue two, even frenzied as it is, sees its fellows escape the cave and swings once more at Mole before attempting to retreat as well. {Hit: 19 Dam: 4}
Rogue one finds itself free of the grapple, still fatigued and frenzied though, and attacks ash with its claw. {Hit: 24 Dam: 1}
Above the water Loryn sees the shape of a cage floating at the end of the long chain. There is a small shape laying, unmoving, inside the cage.
AC 13 HP 31/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday June 29th, 2023 9:59:47 AM
Loryn makes for the cage, though his mind has not come up with a plan once he arrives, but one problem at a time. Take 10 Swim check 19
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 0/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/5
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+9=16 ; d6=6 ; Thursday June 29th, 2023 10:04:52 AM
Mortimer is coming to a realization that whatever luck he had coming into this battle ... it has been spent. The well is dry, for now.
With his next attack, fate continues to mock him. As the fatigued sahuagin continues to squirm around his blade. Their bones must be very flexible, he thinks.
(Mortimer humiliates himself by attacking SR1. Hit AC: 16. Damage: 6.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 26/35 - AC 17 d20+11=17 ; Thursday June 29th, 2023 10:08:30 AM
Drack, cursing his luck, and firmly believing Domi is testing him, swings once again at R1. He continues the power attack in hopes of connecting a good hit once. He yet again misses. (I roll below a 10 a high percentage of the time. Are we sure this die roller works properly?)
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 4/8
Drack (Chris J) - hp 26/35 - AC 17 Thursday June 29th, 2023 10:25:47 AM
(my last 10 20D rolls are 20,3,5,5,10,6,16,2,3,6. that's 80% at 10 or less, and 70% at 6 or less. It's really starting to tick me off.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Thursday June 29th, 2023 12:12:21 PM
Mortimer considers, after they all get back to Windhorn, that they all go with him to the Chapel of Wardd. There's an overabundance of bad luck in this group. Wardd can fix that. He heard Manolo beseeching Gargul for help ... 'good luck with that,' he muses skeptically, 'you'd havta be dead first before he'd have anything ta say 'bout it.'
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/31 d20+2=10 ; Thursday June 29th, 2023 12:46:06 PM
Ash Silently agreed with Mortimer. They really were a motley crew of bad luck compounded.
Not to be outdone by the others, Torryn too contrived to miss the sahuagin that she was fighting. It was retreating and there wasn't much more that she could do about that - except unleash a Fey Bolt - next time?
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 32/36 CMD: -1 Thursday June 29th, 2023 8:55:17 PM
Gnubert watches his friends swing and miss,all of them! The gnome shakes his head and continues to wait
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 18/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=14 ; d4=4 ; 4d6=11 ; Thursday June 29th, 2023 9:50:29 PM
Manolo screams out of frustration and anger, "Bygone already!", as he attacks, thinking about how everyone is so unlucky....more than what he would call....'normally unlucky'.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Thursday June 29th, 2023 10:40:58 PM
Mortimer offers up a possible reason for their recent misfortune.
"Back away an let 'em go. Wardd took away our luck 'cause we've done enough killin' today. Let's not push it any further."
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Friday June 30th, 2023 9:42:32 AM
Round 14
Lorryn moves to the cage. Mortimer defies fate and loses. Drack curses the mysterious gods of dice games. Ash attempts to punch the sahuagin and misses because punching in water is hard. Torryn joins the fun by missing as well. Gnubert watches the show. Manolo lashes out connecting.
As a furious stream of ineffective assaults take place one of the group finally gets lucky. Manolo slips a blade though his allies, burying it in the sahuagian. A cloud of blood is releases into the water as the light of life leaves togue one’s body. It is quite as the blood spreads around you. Someone stops to consider that with water breathing you might be actually breathing blood!
Lorryn swims closer to the cage that floats in the dark cavern above the water. The large rocks nearby rise just above the water and would be a dry place to sit.
In the cage he sees a stocky beared figure dressed as a merchant. The male dwarf is unconscious but does not appear to have visible wounds.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:23/34. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless Friday June 30th, 2023 12:02:46 PM
Mortimer looks at the dead sahuagin rogue and then Manolo ... and back to the sahuagin. "I guess his luck ran out too!"
"And let that be a lesson to you!" Torryn told the retreating figures. She couldn't help but smile at the absurdity of it. The Sahuagin were devilishly tricky to hit whilst in their natural element, but somehow the group had prevailed and driven them off. Perhaps it was for the best that they had not shed any more blood than they had. That thought prompted another: there was blood in the water - a lot of it. She swam upwards to go check on Gnubert. She hoped he hadn't encountered any more of the slippery aquatic denizens. Then another thought - how much longer would the water breathing potion last? She was already looking forward to getting back on dry land and was quite sure that she wasn't alone in that regard.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/31 Friday June 30th, 2023 12:38:42 PM
Ash laughs to Mortimers joke before swimming to the surface for some air. The potion let him breathe underwater, but he wanted actual air and not some fluid.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/31 Friday June 30th, 2023 12:38:44 PM
Ash laughs to Mortimers joke before swimming to the surface for some air. The potion let him breathe underwater, but he wanted actual air and not some fluid.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 26/35 - AC 17 2d6=9 ; Friday June 30th, 2023 12:42:43 PM
Drack watches R1 go down, and a look anger crosses his face. "Nice shot Manolo. I wish the killing blow had been mine, but we have accomplished our mission. Anyone badly injured, come to me before you get the wand, as I have some lay hands available. After that, let's search this place to make sure there are no further problems or anything worth them coming back to."
Drack looks around at his companions, and watches Torry swim up to check on Loryn. He moves next to Manolo and lays hands on him for 9. "Manolo, why don"t you see what you can find here. I am pretty sure that they all left. Anyone else not badly injured, feel free to go with him and search as well. Let's search it, get the prisoner, and get out of here. Mortimer, you are next up on the healing, so stay by me."
Active effects: freedom of movement Bless: +1 attack and saving throws protection from evil. +2 saves and ac
Spells: Bless-cast Protection from evil-cast
Lay hands: 3/8
AC 13 HP 31/34 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday June 30th, 2023 12:49:55 PM
Loryn moves over to the rock and gets completely out of the water, "Psst! You awake friend." if he can reach, Loryn foolishly sticks his arm into the cage the touch the dwarf on the shoulder and attempt to rouse him.
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 0/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/5
'Ugh! Why was Dracky always so clever?' Thought Torryn. She opened up her senses and detected for evil even as she swam upwards. Like Drack, she too could call upon the favour of her patrons to deliver some healing: a small measure in her case, but perhaps Loryn would welcome that. She could not recall if he had taken a wound or not. there had been a lot of blood in the water and she'd been very much focused on missing - HITTING! - her enemy.
OOC: If the merchant requires healing, Torryn can do that next round.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/48; CMD 16 Saturday July 1st, 2023 9:23:39 AM
"Save your healing magic for combat situations. The wand isn't very potent, so it's better to use when we have time." He says hoping the paladins will not use their healing when combat has ended.
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Saturday July 1st, 2023 12:09:34 PM I know that the time for levelling is right around that tree over there, no not that one, the other one ... if y'all have any questions or concerns please ask for help ... we'll help make sure you don't drink a super Soldier potion and turn into the Hulk, or worse, Loki - hehehehehehe
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 18/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=20 ; d20=1 ; Saturday July 1st, 2023 8:47:00 PM
"Definitely out of luck",Manolo replies to Mortimer. ," I just got lucky", Manolo replies to Drack as he gets healed.
Manolo looks around the area, searching the bodies and the surroundings for anything shiny or valuable.
He tries to appraise the value of the items on the fly.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Sunday July 2nd, 2023 10:50:25 AM
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Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:23/18/20. temp/hp:23/42. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision, shield, bless d20+4=14 ; Sunday July 2nd, 2023 7:26:52 PM
Agreeing with Mole, "Feelin' a bit peakish, I am. Hit me with your heal wand; once or thrice." Mortimer will wait for the sudden jabs of searing pain that always comes from healing magics.
"Good idea, Manolo. Pick all the bodies clean. I'll out the rest of this cavern for shinies.
Mortimer casts a divination before he starts. Hopefully it will help locate any magical valuables.
(Mortimer casts Detect Magic. Range: 60'. Duration: Concentration, up to 6 minutes.)
As he moves through the cavern, he makes sure to check every nook and cranny. His darkvision certainly helps with the dark areas. (Perception: 14)
For several moments during the battle, after their luck had failed them, Mortimer was certain they were all going to die. This cavern was to be their tomb, he thought. He's felt that certainty of death before; much like when the goblins had stole him as a child. What's different now is a sense or feeling that they've cheated death in some way. Mortimer hadn't ever felt that way before. Upon reflection, he thinks back to when he escaped from the goblins. His mind draws a total blank! In fact, he has no memory of running away at all. Almost as if he hadn't!
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Monday July 3rd, 2023 11:05:49 AM
Above the water Loryn clambers onto one of the large rocks. The cave is dark and the rock is slippery with algae but at least it is dry. There is a weird moment when his breathing transitions from water to air but it passes quickly. He calls to the dwarf in the cage.
The dwarf stirs but does not wake. It is a good bet that he is injured and thus unconscious while floating in the cage above the water. After a moment Torryn’s head breaks through the water as well so she can see the scene.
Below the water our adventeors begin the after battle tradition of looting. Several auras can be seen with detect magic and a few weapons as well as a chest of gems, the dead rogues armor also reads as magic.
{ooc: Crew, I am attaching a link to a document with what your sheet says each characters WBL is. I hope I am very wrong in some cass, looking at you Mole and Manolo.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 d20+7=18 ; Monday July 3rd, 2023 11:18:09 AM
Drack leaves the prisoner to Torry and Loryn, feeling that they can handle it. While the others scout for treasure, drack keeps on eye on everyone and their back watching for any trouble that arises. 18 perception.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 2d6=11 ; Monday July 3rd, 2023 11:20:42 AM
If the healing wand isn't used on Mortimer first, Drack will lay hands before Mortimer starts searching the cave. 11 hp healing.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/59; CMD 16 d8+1=9 ; d8+1=4 ; Monday July 3rd, 2023 12:05:51 PM
Mole will heal Mortimer. Healing him for 13 points.
AC 13 HP 36/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday July 3rd, 2023 12:26:02 PM
Loryn turns at the sound of the water at the surface and gives Torrynashbbeth a wave over. "Can you do something for him? A conscious dwarf will be far easier to get out of here." to the dwarf he says quietly, "Hold on friend, help is on the way."
The next problem to solve is how to get him out of the cage. Loryn slides back over the water and sticks his head under to yell to the others, "Hey! Keep an eye out for a key to this cage up here!"
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 0/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/6 3rd lvl: 0/4
Having made the uncomfortable adjustment to breathing air again, Torryn clambered up onto the rock and reaching through the cage, touched the dwarf to administer some divine healing. She was actually surprised at how well that worked. she decided to push her luck and heal him again: he looked in a rough way. Again magical energies rippled through her to satisfying effect.
"Looks like I'm a better healer than i am fighter." She remarked to Loryn.
There was still the thorny issue of getting the dwarf out of the cage - and she'd left her magical spear on the sea bed. Hopefully Drack would pick it up for her.
"We may have to wait for Dracky." She added, as she studied the cage. (Perception:12) without really knowing for what she was looking.
"Hold on Mr Dwarfy, we'll have you out soon." Torryn hoped that she sounded suitably reassuring and confident. She suppressed a sigh: Drack did it so much better than her.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 32/36 CMD: -1 Monday July 3rd, 2023 4:53:43 PM
Gnubert lets the looting to the others and swims up towards Torry, [ b]"Any luck with this gentle dwarf? Is there anything I can do to help?"[/b]
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:36/42. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision d20+4=7 ; Monday July 3rd, 2023 7:43:01 PM (ooc: Since Mole hit Mortimer with his healing stick, Im assuming Drack will reserve his Lay On Hands for something else.)
Mortimer flinches with each red, hot tap from Mole's healing wand. Thankfully the pain fades quickly. "Thanks Mole, just what I needed."
He continues searching the cavern, with the help from his darkvision and Detect Magic, for whatever he can find. "Whoa, are those crates?"
(Perception: 7, the dice continue to forsake me.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/31 d20+3=10 ; Monday July 3rd, 2023 8:23:11 PM
Ash headed to the surface to get his bearings straight. the under water stuff was bothering him and making him a little claustrophobic and he needed fresh air... or as fresh as a cave could provide. He looks around above for any key or device to unlock the cage.
Perception 10
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Tuesday July 4th, 2023 11:10:42 AM
once he made sure that nothing bad was returning, Drack decides to head to the surface to check on people up there that he couldn't see. On the way he will grab Torry's spear from the ground where she had to drop it. "She will likely want this if there is a problem" Drack thinks to himself as he swims top side.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Tuesday July 4th, 2023 4:12:41 PM
The dwarf has clearly been wounded in the past. His merchants clothing is stained with old blood that the water did not rinse clean. He bear is tangled, filthy and may be beyond saving the way it has clumped together. The dwarf sputters to conciseness.
"Get back I have nothing for you devils......" he pauses "Are you my freedom? I'd have given up hope so tell me straight or kill me quick."
He backs far from the cage his eyes shifting about.
Below the water the pile of loot is being collected. As you work a few keys are found on one of the casters, one is clearly to the chest that contains some gems. Another is unknown.
Torryn had thought that her healing might have been a tad more efficacious, but clearly the poor dwarf had been very badly hurt.
"Fear not, Good Mister Dwarf, we are indeed here to help. We'll have you out of there soon enough. In the meantime, how about I improve your health a bit more?" Torryn smiled sweetly. Smiling usually put people at ease and Torryn did have a most winning smile. (Diplomacy: 19)
Subject to her pacifying him, she will again heal him. (slightly. Yay! The dice roller is back on form) and then un-mat his beard (Mending)
(NB: Torryn has now used 3/5 Lay on Hands)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:36/42. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision Tuesday July 4th, 2023 5:37:38 PM
(ooc: House Rule: you can reroll 1’s when rolling for heal spells.)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 18/31 ; d20=10 ; d20=20 ; d20=9 ; Tuesday July 4th, 2023 9:24:59 PM
Manolo keeps searching for stuff and quickly appraises items that look interesting, valuable and/powerful or powerful.
Perception natural 20, result is 29 Appraise 11
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:36/42. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision d20+4=15 ; Tuesday July 4th, 2023 11:30:50 PM
Mortimer offers up a few suggestions about the mystery key.
"There's a cage on the surface above with a gnome locked inside. I bet it will fit that lock!"
(ooc: 15 rounds ago, when Morty swam up there, the captive was described as a gnome, not a dwarf. So that's what I'm going with until told otherwise :)
While he looks for more treasure, Mortimer tries to figure out the significance of the mysterious source of light (that has appeared on the map the whole time, but hasn't been explained.).
(Perception: 15, finally rolled over a 10!!)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 d6=5 ; Wednesday July 5th, 2023 3:07:53 AM
Ummmm, thought Torryn. Was it a dwarf or a gnome? Now that the beard was untangled, she was wondering if perhaps she may have insulted the man. Hopefully he was too dazed and hurt to notice. She was pleased to see that her attempted healing was having more effect than she'd initially thought.
(Thanks for the nudge on rerolling the heal.)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 32/36 CMD: -1 d20+3=18 ; Wednesday July 5th, 2023 8:55:58 AM
Gnubert is constantly amazed at his new friends. Their ability to smoothly transition from battle to diplomacy in mere seconds was astonishing and once again the cleric felt a hindrance for just a moment. "We are not here to harm you my friend. We are here to help. Let us find a key and we shall spring you loose!" Gnubert smiles broadly and sheaths his mace. (Diplomacy DC 18)
AC 13 HP 36/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday July 5th, 2023 9:52:03 AM "Yes be at ease my friend." Loryn says, joining Gnubert and Torrynnashkabbeth. "We have found a key and we have a master rogue if the key does not work to get you out of there."
Loryn taps the other two and nods off to the side, "Private word."
When they come over the gnome purses his lips a moment and then speaks. "Our ability to breathe is in the rings annnnnd we don't have an extr.....hold my thought I think we do. Stay here, I'll be right back"
Loryn heads back into the water to get Mole's ring. The cave loving dwarf is going to love this suggestion....
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 0/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/6 3rd lvl: 0/4
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Wednesday July 5th, 2023 10:18:30 AM
The dwarf stares at Torryn for a moment and blinks before speaking.
"I hope you are truthful, I cannot take more of this otherwise. I am Khirbum Rockfall, my trading ship was attacks by those.. those" he shutters "Did you kill them? I don't even know what they are." His breath catches and he lets out a small sob. "I fell overboard during the attack and a... a shark attacked me. Next thing I know I am in a cage bobbing like a fishing lure. They beat me and shouted gibberish until I passed out again."
The dwarf looks at the tops of the cage and points to a holy symbol of Wardd. "I hung that there for luck, I guess you are the answer."
Finding themselves with a dwarf in a cage they can easily unlock the party continues to collect what is of use. They find a magic ring, a scroll case sealed against the water, silver kitchen utensils, four magic arrows and several other items of note.. {List to be completed once I sort out WBL and character changes.}
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Wednesday July 5th, 2023 10:57:10 AM
Drack breaks the surface near the others, and looks at the poor soul in the cage, and hands Torryn her spear. "I think you dropped this."
"What's the plan? obviously he can't breathe underwater. Seems like the easiest thing to do is for two people to go to the boat. One sit in it and give their ring to the other who brings it back here. Just my thought unless there is already another plan. Either way, we should probably get moving for dry land."
"Want me to try and force the cage? i think they found some keys down in the stuff. Probably safest to wait for a key."
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 5 F: 8 W: 10 HPS: 32/36 CMD: -1 Wednesday July 5th, 2023 12:03:02 PM
Gnubert nods at Drack's suggestion, "Perhaps whomever goes back should also carry back as much of the recovered items as well just to minimize the amount of trips. I can go and give up my ring. I am out of healing, and spells. I will not be much use down here."
Gnubert looks over at the dwarf, "My friends will have you out of her momentarily and we will see you restored to good solid land beneath your feet."
"I'll stay here then. I can still call upon some minor magic and a bit of healing. Oh, thanks for the spear, Dracky. I forgot about that. Anyway, as I was saying; I can't really carry much, so I'm likely best off staying here with Mr Rocky. Perhaps she should have gone to help the others with searching for the key or other stuff that they really didn't want the Sea Devils to reclaim, but as she'd pointed out, she probably was the best person to stay with the dwarf at the moment.
[Do you need a bit more healing?[/b] She asked a bit sheepishly, trying not to overemphasize the word 'bit'. She was not the healer that Drack was, let alone Gnubert and Mole.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=12 ; Wednesday July 5th, 2023 5:09:40 PM
Manolo goes where the commotion is to see what is going on.
Perception 22
OOC: Character sheet and header updated and ready to approval, Rolled hit dice in the other place.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Wednesday July 5th, 2023 6:32:15 PM
“I’ll go topside with Gnubert and we take as much loot as we can carry. He can wait in the boat, and I’ll come back with his ring. In the mean time, you all can free our prisoner and be ready to get out of here.”
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:36/42. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision d20+4=16 ; Wednesday July 5th, 2023 8:19:23 PM
Mortimer's head breaks the surface of the water. He looks up with wide eyes as he takes in a breath of stale air. "Gathered up some bits and bobs, we have ... found a chest too. How's the gnome doin'?" He immediately notices his mistake with Torryn styling his matted beard. "Oh, I mean, dwarf! Sorry 'bout that. Ya sleep like a gnome. Glad we were able ta stir ya. Mortimer's the name." (Perception: 16)
He happens to notice Wardd's symbol on the cage. [b]"Good for you! Today's your lucky day. Though it's gettin' late, we better crack on."
If no one else is going to try, Mortimer takes the mystery key and attempts to unlock the cage.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/31 Wednesday July 5th, 2023 11:02:16 PM
"That must be where all our luck went" Ash says to try and lighten the mood. He smiles, while he waits for Mortimer to unlock the cage.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Thursday July 6th, 2023 9:19:09 AM
The dwarf brightens after being healed and you hear his joints pop as he stretches with a moan.
“Now that does feel better.” Listening to Drack’s plan he nods. “I don’t want to go back in the water but if one of the rings will let me breath then so be it. I just want to go home… I guess I will be notifying the families of those we lost in the attack when I get there as well.” The thought is enough for him to deflate a little.
The key opens the cage easy enough though the hinges are rusted as quite loud. “Will one of you help me over to those rock to wait. I… I can’t be in this cage much longer.”
Whatever crew is gathering up the loot has a bit of a project as your battle really covered the entier large cavern. With two of you heading to the boat and then the bulk of the team leaving in mass you are sure you can transport everything out to the boat unless someone wants to bring the old crates of mundane items in the east end of the cave.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 d6=4 ; Thursday July 6th, 2023 10:33:15 AM
[b["Cracking on."[/b] Torryn told Morty with a confident smile, albeit she really wasn't at all sure on what she was supposed to be cracking.
Torryn had no inclination to remove anything more than was necessary. She did her best to ease the struggling hinges (Mending) and bravely called upon her patrons to again heal the poor, suffering dwarf.
(4/5 used)
That done she aided as best she could in the recovery process, utilising her "Fey Sight" to detect magic and evil.
AC 13 HP 36/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday July 6th, 2023 10:33:47 AM
Loryn holds up as everyone arrives. "Sound plan and all but I was thinking the shapeshifting druid dwarf could just become an octopus or something and voila, we have an extra ring. We can all leave together" Loryn assist the dwarf to a the rocks to wait and addresses the group.
"it will take a bit, but bring everything, including the crates, here. I got a magical bag and extra dimensional pants to fill. Then we cruise out, grab the trident bundle from the last encounter and up to the boat. Ok let's move with a purpose all."
The gnome gets back in the water and swims down to collect things to bring back to the rock and surface.
Take 10 Swim check 19
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 0/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/6 3rd lvl: 0/4
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 32/43 CMD: 6 Thursday July 6th, 2023 2:43:24 PM
Gnubert leaves with Drack, after placing as much as he can, safely, into his haversack. The cleric grabs as the lightest bundle of weapons and armor on the way and heads back to the boat.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Thursday July 6th, 2023 6:08:15 PM
Having already left with Gnubert, Drack did not hear Loryn’s plan so he continues to the boat with Gnubert, waits until he gets in, and then Drack gets his ring and heads back down to help the others carry the rest of the stuff
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:36/42. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision Thursday July 6th, 2023 6:14:58 PM
Mortimer silently thinks to himself after Drack and Gnubert depart, [i]'I hope they don't kill Ash's pet rodent that he left on the boat.'[/b]
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/59; CMD 16 Thursday July 6th, 2023 10:09:10 PM
"I have a water breathing spells that I can use. We should easily have everyone covered."
He doesn't care for the treasure. He feels uncomfortable in the underwater cave. Even though its underground the cave feels very different and unnerving to the druid.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d12=9 ; d20=13 ; Thursday July 6th, 2023 10:13:47 PM
Manolo helps or tries to help wherever help is needed.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/31 Thursday July 6th, 2023 10:40:29 PM
Ash keeps track of anything he collects, adding it to the group treasure. If the dwarf needs help swimming, he'll offer.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:36/42. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision Friday July 7th, 2023 10:30:58 AM
Mortimer sits up on the rock with the rest. He opens up his handy haversack and takes out some rations.
"You'd like somethin' ta eat while we wait for Drack to return?" His offer is directed at the dwarf, but anyone is welcome. He assumes the uncaged dwarf is ravenously hungry.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Friday July 7th, 2023 10:58:05 AM {ooc: We will start reviewing character sheets this weekend / next week. Please make sure you are up to date and your WBL is up to date. Loot dump is coming.}
Khirbum Rockfall sighs again when Torryn provides the last bit of healing. “I think I am good now and ready to get to a nice solid, above water, land again.” When Mortimer mentions food he groans. “I feel like I could eat a whole pig but it has been too long since I ate. Does one of you have something small to test my stomach. I would prefer to make sure it stays down before eating anything else.”
The first wave to go to the boat makes it there without any trouble and, thanks to dropping anchor, it is fairly easy to find. Nothing has disturbed the boat Ash’s familiar is evening sitting on the edge of the boat looking about, not seeing Ash you can tell that it is concerned.
Fortunately the dwarf can swim, he tells you that it would be foolish to travel by boat as much as he has if he sank like a rock. At this point your freedom of movement has worn off and, while the wand has more charges, you do not have to use them as you can walk along the bottom easy enough. With everything in tow you make it back to the boat, those that can't swim well can use the anchor rope for help allowing everyone to be back in the boat late in the day.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Friday July 7th, 2023 11:42:37 AM
Once in the boat, Drack grabs the oars. “Let’s go home.” He starts rowing back toward home
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/31 Friday July 7th, 2023 12:03:31 PM
Once back at the boat, Ash scoops up Oslo to make the familiar less scared. "Oslo, you should have stopped the fleeing sahugain." He jokes.
"Glad to help." Torryn gave Mr Rocky one her best smiles by way of reassurance and apology. She didn't have any food with her, but thought that there might be some on the boat. Loryn would certainly know.
Once on the boat she purposefully set about drying everyone off, starting with Drack. hew really didn't want that armour chafing whilst rowing.
(OOC: Torryn will use Mending to dry clothes, hair, people and equipment.) She felt sure everyone would feel better for being dry.
"You know, Spot will still be down at the beach. She won't mind helping us get all this stuff back safely." Being a draft horse, Spot was certainly capable of carrying a great deal and could pull even more.
It felt good to be above the waves. It was undeniably pretty down there, but Torryn thought that there were charms aplenty above the water and at least there she might actually be able to hit the bad guys; she was a better shot with her bow.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:36/42. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision Friday July 7th, 2023 4:12:31 PM
Mortimer is a little distracted by the seaworthiness of their boat ... with an extra passenger and all the loot and gear they pillaged weighing it down. He carefully goes through his handy haversack and looks for some food for Khirbum.
"If I'd thought ahead, I could've stuffed a whole pig in here, yeah. Let me see what I got. Umm, hard tack, some meat jerky, not sure what kind, an some dried plums and dates." He will hand over what ever the dwarf asks for. "The hard tack would probably do best if ya dip in the sea water. Soften it up and add some flavor, it will."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:36/42. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision Friday July 7th, 2023 7:34:06 PM
Mortimer scrutinizes the silver kitchen utensils, on one of the forks is a tangled red hair. He then turns to the dwarf to see if it matches his earthen locks of wavy hair.
(ooc; I’ve updated my Party Treasure list on my character sheet. Under the header, “Under The Sea: A Fishy Adventure. I’ve listed everything I know so far.)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 32/43 CMD: 6 Sunday July 9th, 2023 10:12:09 AM
Gnubert helps the others board the boat, and arrange the extra gear. The cleric graciously accepts Torry's assistance with the drying of his clothes. Afterwards he pulls his boots out of his haversack, and slids the still dry boots on. "That's much better, thank you Torry. I feel very much gnome again." Gnubert laughs deeply and overlong at his statement. The stress of their under water adventure melting off the cleric like snow in late spring.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 Monday July 10th, 2023 2:35:18 AM
Torry not smiled at Gnubert. It was indeed good to be back above the water. She listened, savouring the sounds of creaking wood, the gentle splash of water against the hull and the chatter of distant gulls. It was all very reassuring and normal. It was easy to forget the danger that lurked just a few fathoms below.
She toyed with her now dry and gleaming silvery blonde hair as she thought. Her water-dancing had not been the success that she had hoped. Clearly, she needed more practice, but she also needed her protections to last longer and that was, perhaps, a greater priority. There was no shortage of matters on which to cogitate, particularly for a flighty little part Fey like herself.
AC 13 HP 36/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday July 10th, 2023 8:53:40 AM
Loryn was relieved and honestly a bit surprised that everyone was back in the boat and heading for shore. He keeps that to himself and chuckles at Gnubert's joke.
Once they get to shore, "Let's get our things to the house and sort and settle and then update the good town council."
Spells: Active: Freedom of Movement 70 minutes Swimming 60 minutes Bless
Acid Ray 0/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/6 3rd lvl: 0/4
Potion swimming provides +10 bonus to swim
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:36/42. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision Monday July 10th, 2023 9:57:12 AM "How many do ya suppose we killed? Lost count after the second wave, I did." He begins counting his fingers ... and recounting, having an inadequate amount of fingers.
DM-Ryan: Bath Time - Maps and Art Monday July 10th, 2023 9:58:13 AM
Khirbum is clearly thrilled to be on the baot even if it is cramped. “The hard tack would be great. Just a bit, I am sure there is food on land.” He pauses. [/b] “Of course with my ship and companions lost I will need to contact my company for coin. Did any of the others from our ship survive the encounter? I fear I am the only one,” [/b]
The water is choppier then it was on the way out, a cool breeze blowing across the water probably means rain later. Still it is not so bad as the boat rides up and down with the swells of the water, it is almost soothing in a way. Really the trip is uneventful which is probably a good thing given how easily your expedition could have gone sideways. After some time you see land, locate the town and come to shore.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 Monday July 10th, 2023 10:11:16 AM
Torryn was sure that there was another survivor, but couldn't recall his name. She knew that someone else would; so left it to them in favour of admiring the day.
"If you need some coin, I'm sure that we have some to spare." Torryn informed Khirburn as she surveyed the assorted items they'd removed from the Sea Devils' clutches. By her reckoning, she had more than enough and was intent on putting much of that to a worthy cause.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Monday July 10th, 2023 5:51:37 PM
“Thanks Torry. I appreciate the dry”
Drack keeps rowing for land until what’s left of his strength reserves gives out. He leaves the question of other survivors to Loryn. His only focus was getting back to dry land
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Monday July 10th, 2023 7:34:43 PM
Manolo naps a lot while on boat. ' I really want to sleep', he thinks as he does one and off
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 32/43 CMD: 6 Monday July 10th, 2023 9:06:37 PM
Gnubert stays out of the way of those paddling knowing he would just be in the way. As the dwarf begins to ask about his companions Gnubert looks towards the heavens,"My friend we have found precious little survivors from these attacks. But we should not hold out hope!" The cleric says fervently.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:36/42. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision d20+4=20 ; Monday July 10th, 2023 9:56:29 PM
To answer Khirlburn, Mortimer tells him about the other survivor. "Other than you, we found only one other survivor, a gnome by the name of Fifebriess. Back in the Hamlet, he is. Do ya know one another?"
Mortimer is so very glad to be on dry land again. He gives himself a good drying with Prestidigitation. He immediately starts to unload the boat and getting it back to the house. He eyes if any guards are looking on. He imagines they'll be coming for them soon (Perception: 20). He's not wanting them lookin' over their loot.
He regrets not having brought back a sahuagin carcass. After consuming so much of their blood in the water, he's developed a taste for them. Don't know 'bout you, but I'm hankerin' for a fish supper!"
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/59; CMD 16 Monday July 10th, 2023 10:10:46 PM
Mole spends the ride back below deck. He cannot wait to get back to dry land.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/31 Monday July 10th, 2023 10:41:51 PM
Ash's eyes light up when he sees the town. "See Oslo... we're not destined to be stranded at sea. I don't know about you, but i am taking a much needed break from Cave diving. "
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday July 11th, 2023 3:20:11 AM
Torryn was hardly the strongest of rowers, but apparently skill and technique played important parts in making effective progress, so she took a turn at the oars, not least, to give Drack a well earned rest.
Once at the shore she informed Spot that they needed her to get all the stuff back to the lodgings. Torryn wasn't quite sure how they'd do it, but had every faith in Spot's capacity to carry all that they'd retrieved.
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Tuesday July 11th, 2023 10:01:14 AM
The dwarf, Khirbum, nodes at Torryns suggestion of burrowing money. “If it comes to that but you have already bleed in my rescue, I don’t want to take advantage.” Khirbum brightens when told of the other survivor. “Fifebriess made it?! Well that is something at least. He is a good man, I am sorry for the others but even one is better then I had feared.”
After spending a extended time underwater beaching the boat and clambering off is quite a relief. Khirbum drops on his butt on the shore and just sits for a bit as you unload your well gotten gains. {Loot dump below.} While this is going on you see Sheriff Bearclaw approaching with the lads who offered to help row what seems like days ago even if just a few hours.
Loot MW Heavy Crossbow (50gp) +1 Heavy Shield MW Heavy Shield 14 Tridents (15gp each) 4 Spears (2gp each) 2 +1 Short Swords (2310gp each) 1 +2 Leather Armor (4160gp) 3 Ring of Protection +1 (2000gp) 4 Sleep Arrows (132gp each) Scroll Tube: Fireball and Vamperic Touch (375gp each) Well made silverware labled as “The Lone Wolf” (25gp) 10 Gems (5000gp total) Assorted Coins (674gp)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:36/42. speed:30'. freedom, swim, darkvision Tuesday July 11th, 2023 11:00:10 AM
(ooc: Is that 5000gp for each of the 10 Gems?)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:22 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday July 11th, 2023 11:01:00 AM
Torryn looked around. With so many helping hands, Spot's assistance was hardly needed at all. So she ignored the loot. In truth, she didn't know what most of it was, but felt that would be simple greed to acquire anything more than that which she had already. Even that seemed too much to her who had known very little of wealth her entire life and hadn't missed it at all. Arriving at a decision, she turned from petting Spot to inform the others that she going to the church.
"I'm going to make a donation. Lots of people lost their lives recently and whilst money can't bring them back, it can help those left behind." She didn't say it, but was also thinking of the orphaned Sahuagin. They'd grow up to hate the surface dwellers and the cycle of killing would continue.; so part of her donation would be a wergild to atone for the blood that she'd shed. It had been unavoidable, she knew. Furthermore, those she'd helped to slay had been determinedly evil. Even so, she couldn't help but feel that she'd perpetuated a cycle of violence. The coins wouldn't alter that, but hopefully could mitigate the harm by bringing more goodness into the world.
OOC: Torryn donates 400gp to the Temple of Wardd. Character sheet duly amended.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday July 11th, 2023 11:02:02 AM
(Header adjusted. Mage Armour no longer in effect.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Tuesday July 11th, 2023 11:04:40 AM
Drack nods at the statement Khirbum. and when Torry rows, he will reach into the bag of treasure, and pull out 20 gold. "This is not charity. This is their money, and you deserve some. This will hold you until your people get you or send you supplies."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Tuesday July 11th, 2023 11:05:30 AM
(ooc: going to move treasure splitting to email)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/31 Tuesday July 11th, 2023 11:34:39 AM
"If no one else wants to claim, I'd like the Vampiric Touch scroll. I could add it to my book. Knock the price off my share of loot. " Ash says as he scans the pile.
AC 13 HP 36/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+13=28 ; Tuesday July 11th, 2023 2:08:27 PM
Side bar - All of the loot, minus weapons and armor was loaded into the Bag of Holding including the Mundane treasures
Loryn hops off the boat and gives Drack a good pat on the back, well the side of his thigh at least, "Looked exhausting, I'm surprised you didn't want to get a Swan Boat from the catacombs. Those things just move on their own."
Was it a smart thing to say, well yes in a way. Wise? Not likely, but it was definitely funny and the gnome was happy with that.
"Ill get cooking in the kitchen as soon as I go through our stuff with an Appraising eye back at the house" He gives the dwarf a pat on the back, "You are welcome to join us for the food part Khirbum. Fifebriess is staying with us for the time being as well. I'm quite sure he will be just as happy to see you as you are to know he made it."
Loryn hands the Bag of Holding to Drack as he spots Bearclaw, "Go ahead, I'll catch up. and the gnome heads to intercept the sheriff and boys in tow with a big smile on his gnomish face.
"Ahh good, saved me a trip to keep, was hoping to get this all taken care immediately." Bluff 28
Spells: Active:
Acid Ray 0/8 30' range Innate: Dancing Lights 0/10 rnds 1st lvl: 0/7 2nd lvl: 0/6 3rd lvl: 0/4
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=20 ; Tuesday July 11th, 2023 7:25:47 PM
Manolo dozed off until he could sense that the rowing ended/slowed down. "Ha! Finally! Safe land it is" , he says as he jumps into the sand/ground .
Acrobatics: d20=20 (natural 20 real score is 30)
He waits to see how everyone is doing and what everyone's plan is and how the loot is going to be divided.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:36/42. speed:30'. darkvision d20+4=14 ; d20+10=13 ; d20+6=19 ; Tuesday July 11th, 2023 10:41:14 PM (ooc: Added the treasure to my Party Treasure list. I've marked what items have been claimed)
(Sense Motive: 14 vs. Loryn's bluff. Fail)
"Ahh," he mutters to himself. Mortimer really appreciates Loryn's thoughtfulness. However he chooses to hide his true feelings. (Bluff: 13. natural 3, of course!) :)
Mortimer starts walking back with Drack to the boarding house. As he passes by Loryn and the Sheriff, he blurts out, "Oye ... we did more than bloody their nose, heh," he boasts with a wicked smile! "We can outfit the entire troop with quality tridents, and then some! Only 30 gold a piece, yeah!"(Diplomacy: 19.)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Wednesday July 12th, 2023 2:40:32 AM
Torryn applauded Manny's excellent acrobatics. She prided herself on her skill in the same, but doubted she could have matched a leap such as that. She was thankful for the distraction as she felt rather embarrassed: she'd told Spot that she'd be carrying lots, but had completely forgotten about the bag of holding. It seemed that the journey back was to be an easy one.
Torryn mounted Spot and unhurriedly made her way to the church to make her donation before then making her way to the lodgings.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 32/43 CMD: 6 Wednesday July 12th, 2023 9:06:49 AM
Gnubert gingerly disembarks from the boat. His body exhausted from swimming, and his mind from the constant danger. The cleric weakly smiles at his companions as he makes his way onto the beach.
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Wednesday July 12th, 2023 9:50:46 AM
Sheriff Bearclaw welcomes the group back. "I brought these lads to help if anything needed to be transported but it seems you have it in hand." Looking at those those with them. “ou can still be of use. Get the boat someplace it can be tied up and stored.” Looking back to the group as Mortimer speaks. “More then bloodied them, that will ease people’s minds. Was it a rough go? No need to a debrief now get yourselves settled, fed and some sleep I know fighting is tough business. We can talk in the morning though word will spread fast, people were upset about the threat, the council can wait.”
The team finds themselves with time to recover and get settled in as well as deal with the spoils of war. The residents are still on edge before word starts to spread but you returning is already a relief. You can be sure that there will be rounds of drinks purchased for you all and you will eat for free this evening.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Wednesday July 12th, 2023 11:24:18 AM
'Ugh', thought Torryn. It seemed the visit to the church would have to wait just a little bit longer as Spot was needed to haul the boat up out of the water. With the boat emptied, it wasn't that difficult for Spot to help beach the small craft. That done Torryn finally set off.
"I'll see you all later. Take care of Mr Rocky. I've got to go see Agratha. Hopefully she help me understand why it was just SO difficult to hit those things. Come on, Spot. I bet Agratha has a treat for you." So saying she set off at a steady clip. It seemed that Spot was full of energy for having a rest.
As for Torryn, strangely her thoughts hadn't even turned to the notion of dancing. She was thinking about all that had happened and how she might have possibly have done things better. She really hadn't the first notion about that, but hoped that perhaps her tutor, Agratha could shed some light on the matter.
AC 13 HP 36/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+8=25 ; d20+13=25 ; d20+13=29 ; d20+13=23 ; d20+13=18 ; d20+13=31 ; d20+13=33 ; Wednesday July 12th, 2023 3:04:36 PM
Loryn gives Mortimer a queer look and turns back to Bearclaw, Umm, yes well he is mostly correct. We'll give a proper accounting in the morning, but you can feel free to spread the word that we came back with an additional survivor and won the day." with a final nod and smile Loryn heads to the house and a closer look at the recovered treasure.
Appraise 25 Spell craft 25; 29; 23; 18; 31 with Detect Magic to identify any remaining unknown items
Eventually he settles into his kitchen to put together some lunch. Despite Mortimer's request, fish is not on the menu. Fresh crusty bread, sharp cheddar, chunks of dried sausage, sliced apples and apricots and a thin hard toasted bread with melted butter and coarse salt. Washed down with a light amber ale from Grogs Cook 33
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Wednesday July 12th, 2023 5:00:16 PM
Drack waits until Loryn settles things with the officials, and exhaustedly makes his way to change, eat and drink. Seemed to him like he was there for days, but it wasn’t nearly as long. Time to rest and recover
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Wednesday July 12th, 2023 8:18:02 PM
Manolo is happy to be at a relatively safe place that feels like home and rushes off to eat a lot and then to go sleep.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/31 Wednesday July 12th, 2023 9:42:22 PM
Once the money is divided up, Ash will wait to see if he can start working on his project. If not, he'll spend the time relaxing.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/59; CMD 16 Wednesday July 12th, 2023 10:10:17 PM
Mole is glad to have two feet firmly on solid ground. He reaches down and grabs a handful of dirt. Smelling the soil, he rubs it over his face.
Looking up, he looks to help unload what needs to and then looks for a tavern.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:36/42. speed:30'. darkvision Wednesday July 12th, 2023 11:43:01 PM
Mortimer thanks Loryn for the meal. "Good call for not makin' a fish supper. I was a right fine git ta suggest it." There is a short pause as he eyes the setting sun out the window. "We killed almost 30 sea devils (ooc: i counted 26.), as far as I can reckon. The fact that I'm not certain is bonkers ... yeah? Prolly good not ta kill any more fish today. We caught our limit."
He gets cozy in his favorite chair with his stein of amber ale. Mortimer continues to ponder about the day's events. He's no stranger to death, especially having dabbled in the grave digging arts. Death was not an uncommon occurrence on the streets as a thieving tramp and vagabond. He can't recall having ever witnessed, or been a party to, death at this scale. Then why does this not feel so unfamiliar to him? Or bother him enough to keep him from going to sleep where he sits. Yep, the chair was a bit too cozy.
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Thursday July 13th, 2023 9:22:46 AM
Torryn has spot help with the boat before heading off on his own as Loryn explains more to Sheriff Bearclaw. Overall the crew goes about their business after Sheriff Bearclaw lets them know that the council will meet in the morning. You can feel the mood in the town shifting as word spreads and people are less worried that there will be an attack.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Thursday July 13th, 2023 11:54:17 AM
Drack heads to their lodging house. First to change, and then to get some food and drink. He knows full well that everyone in town is going to want to know what happened. He decides to not rush when changing, and hopefully the others get there first. Either way. He knows its going to be a conversation filled night.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Thursday July 13th, 2023 11:56:46 AM
Torryn made her way to the church and happily donated a sizeable sum before giving thanks for a safe return. She didn't actually pray to Wardd; she had her own patrons to thank for that, but didn't think it would to acknowledge the safe return of her friends - some of whom did venerate Wardd. So did thank him too. That done she and Spot set off to find Agratha, her tutor. Torryn felt the need to relate all that had happened and hope that Agratha would shed some insight on where she should focus her efforts to improve. Focussing though, was not Torryn's strong point. That lack of focus made itself known once more as she idly wondered what Loryn had conjured up for lunch. He really was a magician in the kitchen. She consoled herself in the knowledge that she was the better dancer.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d10=8 ; d20=19 ; Thursday July 13th, 2023 9:14:26 PM
Manolo wakes up after napping ' I slept too much', he thinks. He ponders about what to do he walks and walks, wondering around. He finds himself in a place of religion. He enters the church/temple sees a figure that looks like Torryn and hides himself. Stealth 18 or 20 ( take 10- skill check). After Torryn walk out he prays to that thing/s just like Lanliss taught him (The Culverwood) after very short time he prays for Wardd as well. " Ward, I am no priest of you and I didn't get magic powers nor divination, but I would be very happy to get more lucky next time, if not for my benefit but for my family and friends". He will than try and find a different way to go back home.
Roll d20= 19 (for roleplay and luck ) He ponders in thoughts for a while and says after awhile "Oh well, it will get late soon",
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 16/31 Thursday July 13th, 2023 11:18:35 PM
"So" Ash begins to anyone listening. "My plan is to make a wand. I figure, I'll pay, and use it for the most part.. to save on our spell casters daily alotment. But if we need to, another party member can use it in jy stead and let me work off my spells."
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/59; CMD 16 Friday July 14th, 2023 8:46:46 AM
Mole finds a place to sit and watch people.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 32/43 CMD: 6 Friday July 14th, 2023 9:18:01 AM
Gnubert helps unload the boat and waves to the sheriff. The cleric isn’t as full of energy as Torry and the others it seems. Gnubert walks the streets headed back to their home where he prays to the Gods thanking them for bringing the party home safely
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Friday July 14th, 2023 9:34:17 AM
"What kind of wand Ash? healing or other. If you make a wand, i dont want to spend money on potions that do the same thing."
After Drack changes, but before food and drink. The Paladin will spend some time in prayer thanking Domi for another victorious battle against the forces of evil.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 d6=6 ; d6=2 ; d6=4 ; d6=4 ; d6=3 ; d6=6 ; Friday July 14th, 2023 9:38:32 AM
Before going to bed, Drack will use his last three lay hands to speed up the healing process on some of the wounded. He heals Mole for 8. Ash for 8, and Ash for another 9.
Spells: Bless Protection from evil
Lay hands: 0/8
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Friday July 14th, 2023 9:39:16 AM
"I can do more tomorrow. Let's not use wand charges here."
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Friday July 14th, 2023 10:03:52 AM
After Torryn’s donation and Manolo’s beseeching for luck to help his friend sin the future the temple sits quiet though somehow the air feels lighter, maybe Wardd was listening.
After some discussion, healing and lots of food the team finds itself able to rest. Dreams of floating underwater are common some of which are pleasant and other probably far less so. At least one of the companions sees the faith of the young sahuagin staring at them before being pulled back into the darkness spell, that one will probably never be a friend to humans. Overall the rest is earned and comes easy, clearly word had spread to not bother you over much this evening.
The morning finds you are all stiff and sore, moving and fighting underwater uses different muscles and you move in different ways then on land. Shoulders and legs feel the stress your bodies were under at the start but things are more normal after you move around for a little bit. Shortly after breakfast time the Sheriff arrives to gather you to meet with the council. Arriving where you met last you can see that this is a much more relaxed time although there is still excitement to hear your report. The simplest question is asked. “Are we no longer under threat?”
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:42/42. Friday July 14th, 2023 10:18:15 AM
(ooc: sorry for not posting yesterday. LIke Mortimer, I was asleep most of the evening.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Friday July 14th, 2023 10:22:29 AM
"I'm thinking a fireball or lightning bolt wand. It'll let us spellcasters select our spells for more support. More haste spells and that type while also letting us come with the boom if you know what I mean." Ash replies to Drack.
When the sheriff arives in the morning, Ash greets him with a hand shake.
"I'd Imagine you're safe. You might wan't to do some patrols for a while to make sure they're not coming back, but I feel they'll move further out and stay."
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Friday July 14th, 2023 10:32:45 AM
Feeling somewhat achy after her aquatic exertions, Torryn dragged herself from the warm comfort of her bed and undertook her morning 'dance'. It took a while to dispel the stiffness, but the steps and particularly the extensive stretching that followed ensured that Torryn once again felt as limber and supple as ever.
She thanked Loryn for the delicious breakfast that followed and between mouthfuls, informed her friends that there really wasn't anything that she wanted from the goods that they'd liberated.
"The wand sounds an excellent idea, Ash, but aren't they really tricky things to make? I'm sure I wouldn't have the first notion of how to even begin." She ate some more. "Hmm, maybe with a stick; a pointy one, I think."
"You know, I think Gnuby should have the ring and Manny can have the armour. I'm not sure about that shield. It's no use to me anyway. We Sacred Dancers don't use shields.....or armour. Spoils the steps, big time."
She'd eaten a lot: a lot for her that was. Which is to say, considerably less than Mole and Drack, and particularly Morty, who she was convinced had hollow legs. Where did he put it all? Consequently, she was grateful of the walk to the meeting. Soon enough she was skipping and twirling as she tested her muscles and cherished the day.
In response to the first question Torryn gave the thoughtful response: "Well, that depends. From who or what? If you're referring to the Sea Devils; specifically the ones just out there." She pointed vaguely in the direction of the sea. "Not so much. Seriously, there's a lot less of them now - mainly due to the fact that most of them are dead. The rest sort of left. In a hurry. So, I guess they won't be mounting any large scale assaults any time soon." She grinned and looked to her friends for affirmation.
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday July 14th, 2023 12:57:02 PM
Morning was always a good time to get up. Loryn did love to watch the sun climb off of the horizon and spill across his face with a warming gold. he takes a sip of warm water with a squeeze of lemon and waits for the later risers. Breakfast is eggs, bacon bread and jam, nothing overly fancy, but plenty of it. It was a challenge to him to make enough to have left overs. So far, the party was winning. He chuckles a bit for know apparent reason as the last of the bacon disappears.
At the meeting, he nods in agreement with Torrynashkebbeth. "Absolutely right Tporrynashkabbeth. The assault was nearly complete. A handful, maybe 6 adults, fled the area with some young. It will be a generation before that particular clan can threaten the local waters. We also found and rescued another survivor, so good news there and lastly and I think I speak for all of us here, none of us died so full marks on success."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life d10+6=16 ; Saturday July 15th, 2023 12:47:48 AM
When Mortimer sleeps, he appears very convincingly like that of the dead. He's been mistaken as a corpse numerous times. He's no stranger to waking up in the city dump, having been discarded like common refuse. However tonight, as he sleeps in his favorite chair, this is not the case. His eyes roll back and forth wildly under their lids. He twitches and jerks, oh so slightly. Mortimer isn't a happy camper within the nightmare quarter of his mind; at least not in a good way.
Earlier that day, he had questioned himself about his childhood experience with the goblins. A terrifying kidnapping and his harrowing escape, or so he had thought. The problem was he couldn't remember having escaped. He always assumed he had. He was still alive after all. Tonight that elusive memory comes bubbling to the surface.
Everything was happening just as he remembered it; the part he could recall anyway. Then the moment came where he breaks free from their grasp and starts the run for his life.
'run, run, you bastard, yeah!' he encourages himself
Then the unexpected happens ... he's tackled to the ground by a group of goblins and clubbed soundly across the head. The pain is blinding and deafening. He's thrown back onto the blood-soaked slab like a rag doll ... held down for the killing blow. Before darkness overtakes him, he's a witness to the beginning stages of his disembowelment as they rip him apart for his meat and bone.
Mortimer is suddenly startled awake. "Ugh! Bloody 'ells," he cries out, shaking his head. In his hands, his beer stein is still held from the night before. He gulps down every remaining drop of very stale ale. Dropping it to the floor, he stumbles out to the front steps for a breath of fresh air. It's just before dawn and he stands there to consider the possibilities. If he died, why is he alive now? There weren't any scars on his belly. No signs of being hacked into bits.
While it was still dark, Mortimer decides to go for a walk to clear his head. Feeling particularly vulnerable at the moment, he decides to invoke the forces of unlife. The numbed feeling that now bolsters him physically also dulls his anxiety.
(Mortimer casts False Life. Duration: 6 hours. Temporary Hit Points: +16.)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/59; CMD 16 Saturday July 15th, 2023 10:06:18 PM
Mole comes to the tavern when he sees the Sheriff show up. He doesn't say anything, letting the others do the talking.
He doesn't eat or drink anything during the meeting.
After the local guard leave, he asks "You guys need help with anything?"
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 32/43 CMD: 6 Monday July 17th, 2023 5:33:50 AM
Gnubert helps unload the boat and waves to the sheriff. The cleric isn’t as full of energy as Torry and the others it seems. Gnubert walks the streets headed back to their home where he prays to the Gods thanking them for bringing the party home safely
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 32/43 CMD: 6 Monday July 17th, 2023 5:36:54 AM
Gnubert wakes and says his morning prayers. The cleric carefully cleans his gear, gets dressed, and dons his surcoat. Gnubert waits on the others, and when it comes s time heads to the council chambers
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 d20+14=30 ; d20+14=17 ; d20+14=34 ; d20+14=17 ; Monday July 17th, 2023 8:35:02 AM
Once Ash wakes up, he begins working on his project. He decides in his sleep to that a lightning bolt wand will be more beneficial than a fireball wand. Plus if someone else uses it, it'll be easier to just aim and shoot as opposed to figuring out how much room the fireball will take up.
OOC: Ash is creating a lightning bolt wand in his downtime. the cost will be 10,125 of his money.
I made two Craft rolls 30 and 17 I made one Spellcraft roll 34(Nat 20)
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Monday July 17th, 2023 12:01:59 PM
Mortimer has a somewhat rough night of sleep reliving past experiences, some forgotten and some that really cant be true, can then? His sleep cut short he takes a walk before joining the others. {ooc: Nice backstory work.} Before the other rise Lorryn makes sure there is enough for everyone to eat but the idea there might be leftovers is pretty well shut down by the appetites. Everyone heads out except Ash who is working on his project.
With the council the groups tells the tale in brief. Ash, Torryn and Lorryn start and let them know that it was basically a clean sweep with only a few swimming off without the numbers to be a problem for a generation. There are some questions asked about how many were slain though the question of any spoils of battle is politely not asked. They do ask that you return the rings as they are heirlooms of the town and that has been stated at the beginning. Everyone council feels the need to speak and thank the team and finally let you know that the dwarf, Khirbum, wants to address the group as well. He moves out of the crowd.
“First off, I wanted to thank you yet again for dragging me from what I thought was a watery grave, there is not much that can repay a life. I have spoken with my surviving colleague and we feel the Oldfoot Transit Authority owes you a debt that will be paid as does this council. For now our company, working with the Council, will provide you a writ that can be used in the catacombs to make sure you are well stocked. Further a letter signed by the both of us that will allow you preferred access with our company if you are in Thistleport, our headquarters, or any of our other locations. This will at least provide refuge if needed and better rates at inns and taverns in the area. Again thank you.”
{ooc: Mechanically this will provide what you need to get your WBL to the proper level in the catacombs. This also gives you a friendly shipping business if ever needed.}
The gathering breaks up quickly after that though there is much back slapping and congratulations. After some time the party finds itself free to do as they wish.
"Thanks for the ring." Torryn happily surrendered the ring. It had been exciting to delve beneath the waves and there had been much beauty to capture her interest, but she was in no desperate hurry to return. She then turned to her friends.
[/b]"I'm not sure that I really want a great deal - except to train harder so that I actually possess the skill to actually hit - an actual real baddie."[/b] She nodded in confirmation before smiling. "You know, being a Scared Dancer means you have to train in lots of stuff. So, I guess it could take a while. I'll likely be over at Agratha's, but if there's any dancing needs doing, you know where to find me." She performed a little pirouette to reinforce that point.
"So, what are you guys going to do?" She concluded, filled with genuine curiosity.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Monday July 17th, 2023 1:08:46 PM
Drack thanks Khirbum and the council and returns the ring, hoping he never needs to use another one. He plans on retrieving the ring from the loot pile, and heading to the catacombs for a shopping trip in the near future(next weekend)
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday July 17th, 2023 2:57:56 PM
Loryn, of course, returns the ring of water breathing adding his thanks and that the mission could not have been accomplished without it. Around the small hamlet of Winhorn, Loryn did not have too much to do or get into. He was certainly going to go to the catacombs, but hw was undecided on what to look into. Otherwise the gnome would be tinkering with recipes and had decided he needed to venture deeper into baking. Bread was all well and good, but pies and cakes would be so much better.
Loryn also still has a mind to revisit the abandoned shrine to the north west. They had purified the area as best they could, but had not dealt with whatever or whomever had created it in the first place. An abode of evil so close to town did not sit well with him.
Lastly he would look into the WLA, to see if any postings existed.
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Monday July 17th, 2023 4:52:10 PM
OOC: So everyone is in town, and completing leveling up? I'm waiting to hear back from the PTB on a module I submitted so I can step in for Ryan ...
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Monday July 17th, 2023 6:56:19 PM
(I am in town and mostly updated, and it was approved. I am on family vacation, and can’t access google docs or mess with the catacombs until I get home next weekend.)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Monday July 17th, 2023 7:55:33 PM
' I can just say I lost it.....', Manolo thinks as he starts to think about the usefulness of the ring. He almost says something as his turn to give back or rather (in his opinion) give up the ring to their rightful owners is up.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Monday July 17th, 2023 7:59:02 PM
"Thank you very much this ring was paramount to our success", Manolo says after that. 'He thinks about paying a visit to the Woldian League in the future', he thinks as another thought comes to his mind. "Gragul Breath !", He says loud as he remembers that he was thinking about selling some of the stuff that they found and won after hard fight.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 18 T: 13 F: 16 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 32/43 CMD: 6 Monday July 17th, 2023 8:34:54 PM
Gnubert bows his head and mouths thanks you to Khirbum. As the others returns their rings Gnubert does as well. It served its purpose but didn't belong to him.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life d20+3=9 ; Monday July 17th, 2023 11:14:33 PM
From a hidden place betwixt the realms of light and shadow, a pair of lost souls haunt their troubled descendant, Mortimer. With nothing much else better to do, they walk along with him, whispering quietly amongst themselves, leaving Mortimer to his silence.
"he's remembering. he's never done that before."
"we were going to have to inform him at some point. These memories may soften that blow."
"perhaps ... this one's dissimilar from the rest."
"yes, but he's still very much the same!" ----------------------------------------------------------------------------
The scent of Loryn's breakfast is enough to draw Mortimer back to the boarding house. He's done quite a bit of walking; his legs are in need of refilling. In fact he tries to take a little more than his share (Sleight of Hand: 9 :).
He hands over the ring on request. "A very fine ring, it is. It did its job. A pity that it's not fashionable to mix your metals," as he shows off his other rings.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/59; CMD 16 d20+9=23 ; Monday July 17th, 2023 11:44:11 PM
None of the others needed help with anything, so Mole decides to work on a project of his own. He locates a large stone (about the size of softball). He sits and begins to work on it slowly chipping away at the rock. As he works, the stone begins to take shape of a being.
Stonecraft DC23
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday July 18th, 2023 4:37:04 AM
Ribbons? Torryn looked quizzically at her elderly halfling tutor. Torryn had just been handed two very long ribbons: one was black, the other, white. They were, she was certain, far too long to be serviceable as hair adornments. Perhaps she could use them as sashes?
"Oh, don't look so puzzled, girl. You'll like this. Today, we shall work on your artistry, your TIMING and your balance. Get this right and it will aid you - when you are in need of those things. So, take a ribbon in each hand. You will not only 'dance', but make each ribbon dance. Give them life. Let me see them in constant motion. There is to be no stillness. There is to be fluidity and motion. Now, to assist, I will tap out a beat for you to use. Listen first, then when ready, begin." Agratha then brought forth a darabukka and began to play.
Torryn stopped and listened to the cadence, She took a ribbon in each hand and give them a few tentative flicks before pausing, closing her eyes and envisioning her dance. That done, she slowly eased into fluid motion, unworried about where the ribbons trailed. She built speed and moved more widely, throwing her arms forth and back; then in sweeping arcs. Finally she ran, jumped, rolled, spun and tumbled - as only a Sacred Dancer could. Agratha was right; she was enjoying it. So too, it seemed, were the ribbons as they conjured all manner of shapes in the air.
(OOC: Out all day, so cannot respond until tomorrow)
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Tuesday July 18th, 2023 10:46:53 AM
After the meeting Fifebriess and Khirbum approach those who don’t immediately run off to work on things with the gnome taking the lead in the conversation. “As my senior companion said we are in your debt and I just wanted to thank you myself. When we report back it would be easier if your group had a name they went by. Have you ever called yourself collectively anything?”
Khirbum joins in. “With a name we could let our company know how you identify your group. I can give little descriptions but that is less sure.”
They continue to thank you for everything and talk of their plan to head back to Thistleport, their main transfer town.
Torryn had headed off to learn to dance with ribbons. As he dances she notices that a few children are spying on what is going on discreetly, well as discreet as you can be around six yours old.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Tuesday July 18th, 2023 10:59:12 AM
Ash wasn't one to worry about a name, so he excuses himself as soon as he can to head back and work on his wand.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Tuesday July 18th, 2023 11:04:54 AM "That's a good question," he says, not knowing how to answer it. "We'll need to get back to ya on that one. What do ya call a gang of magic makers and a rogue?"
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday July 18th, 2023 5:34:41 PM
Loryn's grin practically takes in his ears when the question is asked about a group name. "We've been battin about a few. the favorite is Woldian Heroic Adventurers Protecting Society, but we're not all sold on that just yet. So we've been discussing Daring Rakes and Courageous Knights as well as my new favorite Grand Nemesis of Monsters Everywhere. Again, some tweaking perhaps. On a different subject I do hope we can convince you both to stay one more day and be our guests at Grog's Tavern this evening."
Loryn will, especially if the pair are planning on staying on for another day, show them about the quiet Hamlet and the fair grounds.
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Tuesday July 18th, 2023 6:14:05 PM
"Moonlight Sentinels would be cool", Manolo says thinking about previous encounters. He ponders for a few more moments. a As he is getting lost in his thoughts athe colour of red comes to his mind the of the colour of blood
" What not Crimson Vanguard?, He asks enthusiastically.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Tuesday July 18th, 2023 9:11:15 PM
Gnubert shrugs his shoulders, he was so new to the group he didn't feel as though it were his place to submit a suggestion. The cleric bows out with stifled laugh at Loryn's suggestions. They were certainly colorful. Gnubert heads to the temple, certainly there were people he could help today, and if not just being in the presence of the Gods always made him feel better.
The cleric certainly feels stronger in his faith, and his ability to call on the Gods for protection, and healing was better than ever. Gnubert knows his weakness is his lack of martial prowess, and his lack of strength and begins to wonder if he will ever be called on to physically protect his friends.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Tuesday July 18th, 2023 9:59:50 PM "Yeah ... we've been bedeviled by this for some time. How 'bout ... The Gylden Drakes. Always thought, I did, that our name should involve the draconic heritage of the region, yeah."
After a few moments of considering other ideas, he adds, "You all weren't so keen on my first idea ... The Devil's Dandies. We'd only haveta tidy up our wardrobe a bit. Somethin' more fancy and posh, is all."
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/59; CMD 16 Tuesday July 18th, 2023 11:53:13 PM
Mole listens to the names being batted about. Loryn's first one was definitely a gnomes - too long winded. The dwarf doesn't have any ideas and let's the others decide. He continues to work on his stone figure.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Wednesday July 19th, 2023 5:29:12 AM
Torryn's previous suggestion for names hadn't met with much success, but then, neither had anyone else's; so she didn't see that it was something worth worrying about.
"We could be the Keep Claw Curios." She offered with a grin. They were an unusual assortment, that was for sure; so 'curios' fit. Also, she liked the alliteration.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Wednesday July 19th, 2023 6:53:06 AM
Drack rolls his eyes when Loryn mentions that stupid THWAPS name again. “We will work on a name Khirbum. If you stay another day, we would enjoy dining with you. If you do not, then may you have safe travels.”
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Wednesday July 19th, 2023 11:07:53 AM
Fifebriess claps his hands at some of the names, particularly those from Loryn. "I love a good acronym. Well we will be here for a few days before heading out let us know if you land on anything. I had a bard tell me it makes their life easier when telling stories as well. Calling you the group, team or the like is hard to work into a story."
Khirbum makes his exit but the gnome sticks around for a bit if there are more suggestions coming. Sheriff Bearclaw nods to the group simply staying that she hopes from some quiet in the area for a bit, things have been too stessful.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Wednesday July 19th, 2023 11:11:40 AM
Once again, Mortimer interjects in the name conversation, "I've heard some stupid names in my day. Did ya know of a group called The Harpers. How daft is that?"
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Wednesday July 19th, 2023 11:55:32 AM
Manolo decides to go for the WLA to check his rights and a possible course to do as he thinks it might be time to go.....he plans to go to the catacombs as well....he was lazy but definitely didn't want to be a useless knob for the party.
OOC: Going to sell later today the Gems....should I sell the Silverware as well ?
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Wednesday July 19th, 2023 12:28:29 PM
“I would still go with something relatively simple. Defenders of the keep. The protectors. Heroes of the realm, or any such combination. Just my thoughts.”
Hearing Drack's thoughts on the matter, Torryn offered another suggestion.
"What about - "The Stalwart Heart"? It's nothing too specific and we're all kind of stawarty and hearty too; so I thought you might like that."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Wednesday July 19th, 2023 10:28:09 PM
Ash spends his day working on the wand. When he takes his breaks, he meanders around town to see everyone.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Wednesday July 19th, 2023 11:26:50 PM
Gnubert wanders in and out of the conversation, hearing Torry's latest name he perks up a bit, "I kinda like that one: he says with a smile.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/59; CMD 16 Wednesday July 19th, 2023 11:59:45 PM
The dwarf keeps an ear to the conversation while he continues to work.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Thursday July 20th, 2023 8:58:18 AM
“What about something with a shield. It’s designed to protect, which is what we do. We are somewhat flexible, so we could go with the golden shield for a name. Or because we have so many spellcasters, what about the enchanted shield? Something along those lines is simple and easy to remember”
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Thursday July 20th, 2023 10:42:54 AM
It seems the prompting from the gnome got some discussion going as several members of the group enter into the debate of what to call themselves. Several good ideas for names are tossed around as the day goes on.
Manolo heads to the WLA agent located in the area, it is a simple affair really just an aging member, Tanis the Half-Elf who is a retired adventurer missing one foot. Manolo would know that he has a small home, the front of which is his office as getting around is less easy then it once was.
Rose, the co-owner of the tavern you frequented before you went on your adventure, also approaches Drack at some point. “Good to see you all survived that trip. You have a free dinner on us one of these nights if you want it.”
"Oh, before you go - can you see if they have a Ribbon of Resistance, please, Manny?" Torryn asked with an impish grin. She didn't want to wear a big cloak. that would be no help at all once she got into a fight - not with the way that she liked to move, anyway. So, if there was a ribbon that could perform the same function, that could go in her hair and serve the same function. (And take up the cloak's slot - so no cloak as well!)
As to the name suggested by Drack: it was all very noble, but she just wasn't very "shieldy". Equally, her hair had a marked silver sheen, not gold. In truth, she'd rather be a THWAPper than a Golden Shielder - at least the Thwapping sounded fun. Of course, she said nothing of that sort to the Paladin; he took his duties very seriously and that evidently extended to the group's name.
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday July 20th, 2023 1:07:32 PM
Loryn pokes his fabulous nose into the rock that Mole is working on. Dwarf stonesmiths always fascinated him. He knew it was very much like creating in the kitchen or wood working and all of the myriad of dedicated crafts, but something about being able to shape and work such a seemingly immalleable material was, to be simple, cool. Ever think of trying to work out a tool set from stone, say a marbled granite rolling pin or a nice bowl and pestal?"
He knew Torrynaskabbeth liked his ideas for the group name. She was a fun loving type, but too many serious big folk wouldn't have it. It didn't even surprise with that Drack missed the group name that was the acronym of his very own name. Or perhaps he is stoic enough to have brushed it off without even dignifying the suggestion with a response. Probably the later
"In all seriousness on the group name, I'm no shield or guardian or protector. I'm a thrill seeking adventurer who is with the Woldian League of Adventurers. I'm seeking adventure, plain and simple. Rescue the damsel, sure, find the lost city and or better yet treasure, better. Go squash and evil what-its-nuts, I'll sign up for that too. Beck and call of the hamlet or some other regional lord, well no. I'm not your guy. We could go round and round. I'll step to a call back to the draconic tones of where we are or the coastal are or such Water Drakes for what not. Really I'll finish my piece with, Im a hard no on tying to Bearclaw, Winhorn or the Keep."
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Thursday July 20th, 2023 1:39:57 PM "I agree with Loryn. We aren't soldiers, guards or sentinels, yeah ... we're adventurers. Our gang is a bit unique in the fact that we're all finger wigglers ... ehh, except Manolo. Why not a name that reflects that. How about the Argent Hand ... I like silvery things. Or somethin' that's a bit sharper... The Argent Blade. We'd all needta get a silvered weapon, in keepin' with the theme."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Thursday July 20th, 2023 1:44:05 PM
Mortimer places his crescent moon-shaped mithral sickle on the table to show he's already good to go.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Thursday July 20th, 2023 7:04:41 PM
“In that case, let’s mix Tory’s hair with Loryn’s idea, and become the silver Drakes”
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=2 ; Thursday July 20th, 2023 9:12:12 PM
Manolo asks about the relevant things he could train at.....he sighs as he hears about the costs of training. He tries to persuade the half-elf to get trained and then pay...... He then asks Tanis if the WLA sell a Ribbon of Resistance. Afterwards he will continue to the Catacombs.
D20=2 (Diplomacy/bluff)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life d20+2=12 ; Thursday July 20th, 2023 9:38:32 PM
Mortimer shrugs a bit and adds, "Argent means silver, from the old draconic, argentum. A living silver metal, like quicksilver. Don't ask me 'ow, but I know a thing or three 'bout the old languages."(Linguistics: 12.) He continues, "Could be like mithral, but I don't know dwarven, except for a few words that's best to run from."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Thursday July 20th, 2023 10:01:51 PM
“ actually, Mithral Drakes, has a nice ring to it.”
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Friday July 21st, 2023 12:40:49 AM
Gnubert listens to the conversation but thinks they are just going in circles, "it was easier fighting underwater than coming up with a name!" Gnubert chuckles and sits back in his chair.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Friday July 21st, 2023 9:09:00 AM
Ash laughs when Gnubert's words ring true. As much as he didn't like spellcasting under water in a cave. It was funner then coming up with a name.
"Drack, that's not bad... but do you think the Dragon Consortium would look at Drake as too close to their Mithral Dragons?"
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Friday July 21st, 2023 10:09:31 AM
The discussion among the group as they go about their day and it is really quite amusing. A team that can unite and work together so well in a difficult environment having trouble with simply identifying themselves gets a few chuckles. At one point a kid, about 9, who was listening yells out “Call yourself the Bugger Bashes!” before being scolded quite severely by his father.
Tanis is not moved by Manolo’s ideas to train now and pay later. “That is not the way of it now is it. Membership has its privileges but you have to play by the rules. Maybe some young fellow running things would be more flexible but I have my job to do.” As far as buying stuff goes he suggests the Catacombs as well.
Near the end of the day there is some commotion as a local hunter arrives talking of a caravan that should get to the town in the morning. He can be overheard speaking with Sheriff Bearclaw. “Four wagons coming close. Two pulled by oxen, one simply ponies and the last…. Well that last is pulled by centaur with a halfling riding on the front. That one is really odd it seems to travel with its own small snowstorm dropping ice on the ground and covering the whole thing like its the dead of winter. They all look friendly enough and asked for the best way here.”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Friday July 21st, 2023 10:31:50 AM
"You know, I do like being Argenty, but I'm not very dragony; so not so sure about the drake thingy. Can't we simply be The Argentium? Doesn't that mean 'of the silver' or something like that? Anyway...that halfling and centaur sounds very odd. Why would you want to travel in a snowstorm? I'll totally need my thick winter cloak if we're going to talk to them." It was an unmissable fact that Torryn liked to move freely, which meant that she typically wore as little as she could whilst still maintaining some semblance of decorum. Like the Fey she claimed to be, she had no concerns for modesty.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/59; CMD 16 Friday July 21st, 2023 12:31:52 PM
Mole continues to listen to the conversation. "How 'bout adamantine? If you're gonna be a metal names group, why not be the best metal there is."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Friday July 21st, 2023 1:22:40 PM
In response to Ash's comments about the Dragon Consortium, Mortimer replies with a cheeky expression, "What Dragon Consortium? They disbanded, I heard. So their say means diddly-squat, yeah."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 51/60 - AC 17 Friday July 21st, 2023 5:07:06 PM
“The Adamantine Drake then? Or Adamantiums. If this goes on much longer, I’m going to vote for the bugger bashers”
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Friday July 21st, 2023 6:10:11 PM
"Bugger Bashers flows off the tongue" Ash jokes. "As far as the DC.. I had no idea Mortimer, but my nose is usually in a book and not in the news."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Friday July 21st, 2023 7:51:28 PM
Manolo feels fuzzy or fizzy after the visit to the catacombs. It's is/was a magical place where time seems to work differently, it reminded him a a legendary inn/tavern that he once or twice was....
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20+9=16 ; Friday July 21st, 2023 9:25:36 PM
Manolo goes out and pays no heed to the group's effort to find a name for them. "I am going to try and get more info about the new arrival", he says.
He proceeds to find any rumour or a tidbit of information that might help him know better about the new guests/visitors Local knowledge 16
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Saturday July 22nd, 2023 10:09:02 AM "I like The Argentium"
The news of the centaur and halfling has Loryn's interest. Snow? How very peculiar. A curse? A Statement of some kind? Curious for certain. Tomorrow should be a very interesting day. With the kitchen cleaned up and a night cap with light snacks set out in Minerva House common room, Loryn turns in for the night.
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Saturday July 22nd, 2023 11:03:18 AM
Mortimer’s eyes widen, as he agrees with Loryn, ”Yeah, I like the sound of The Argentine. It’s silvery and a bit mysterious. We could all wear some form of silver in a prominent way. Or we all change our hair color to Torryn’s silvery locks.”
Mortimer activates his hat and it changes to a silvery headband. His black hair immediately takes on a platinum blond hue similar to Torryn’s. ”Imagine how unnerving it would be ta round a corner and face a group of silver-haired blokes, all staring back at ya all creepy like!”
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Saturday July 22nd, 2023 11:06:32 AM
(ooc: I meant to type The Argentium but my spell check changed it to Argentine.)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Saturday July 22nd, 2023 11:50:19 AM
"Blokes?" Queried Torryn. She most certainly was NOT a bloke. She was however, delighted to garner some favourable responses to her suggested name 'The ARGENTIUM'. She applauded Morty's shift in appearance and agreed that it would indeed by quite unnerving to encounter such a disparate group as theirs, but yet in which all possessed silvery hair.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Saturday July 22nd, 2023 2:38:18 PM
Mortimer turns to Torryn and explains, "Oh no, I didn't mean you! I meant these hairy blokes," as he thumbs at the males of the group. "No one would think you were creepy."
He immediately attempts to change the subject as he walks over to the window, "Uhh, did someone say a hobbit was drivin' a minotaur in a snowstorm?"
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Sunday July 23rd, 2023 9:15:10 PM
Gnubert takes a long dring of water, "The Argentium sounds decent enough to me. Plus it is fairly simple. I am a firm beliver in the KISS method. You know Keep It Simple Stupid, and I am stupid!" Gnubert laughs at himself again.
At the mention of a centaur, and a snow storm comes up the cleric stands, and looks in the direction it is coming from, "I suppose we should put out the welcome mat so to speak, and see what we have headed this way." Gnubert adjusts his surcoat, and mace as he prepares to head towards the strangers.
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Monday July 24th, 2023 9:53:53 AM
The group, maybe called The Argentium, have a relatively normal start to the day. Morning rituals a bit of quiet time and food that is interrupted by the thunder of a set of hooves running though the street. A quick look reveals a light brown female centaur draped in light blue fabric running though the streets careful, on her back sits a pale redhead woman, barely past being a girl who is smiling and calling.
“Were here! Erin Solstic and Royka’s Wandering Caravan! Food, sweets, games and more food!!” The centaur calls abc to Erin. “You forgot the wondrous plants!” They make a quick loop and end where four wagons were set up during the evening. Ering moves to what is clearly a food wagon while the centaur moves to the wagon that is covered in snow of all things.
Wagon one is stuffed with food and has a cooking station inside. Chickens can be seen in cages on the top and a large tank of water on the back side, fish and eel swim about. A sign has been attached to the top. “Erin and Royka’s Eggs and Eel.” The young redheaded woman is talking animatedly with the tall girl with darker skin next to the cart.
The second wagon is coved in plants and moss. Some you recognize quickly and others you do not. There is no sign on this car but an aged lizardfolk tends the plants with a small watering can.
The third wagon has red tapestries and is labeled Humphry’s Gaming Grotto and what looks like a small sized anthropomorphized ant is setting up a display table with colorful boards and odd pieces siting on it. The small antfolk hum to himself as he works.
Finally there is the dark wagon with ice dripping from its roof. It does not so much look like a snow storm as the cart is constantly frozen over. Icicles hang from the sides except where one window has been slid to the side and a halfling peers out smiling at the group. The cold seems to reach the ground under the cart as a small pit of snow as accumulated underneath.
The centaur from earlier can be seen having a discussion with Sheriff Bearclaw about something, most likely the groups entrance.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Monday July 24th, 2023 10:46:10 AM
"Oh". Said Torryn, for once at a loss for words. She glanced across to see what Drack was doing. Whatever it was, you could be sure it was the correct thing to do under the circumstances. You didn't see him just standing around with his mouth open in amazement. then a sudden thought occurred. he'd check for evil! perhaps this was a ruse to inveigle their way into the community. She decided to open up her 'feysight' to determine if there was evil lurking within the strangeness. She didn't really expect to find any. She did it mostly so that she could tell Drack she had, if he asked.
Despite the wonder of this weird collection, Torryn was somewhat disappointed. Where was the music? How could she dance without music? she could, she knew, but it just wasn't the same. Perhaps the music would start soon.
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday July 24th, 2023 11:53:42 AM
Loryn grimaces a bit at the suggestion of silver-a-fying his hair "Not in a hundred years Mortimer. No offence Torrynashkabbeth, the look is natural upon you, but my hair shall remain its proper white."
The hooves and merchant calls of the street turn Loryn's attention away to the commotion. "That is something you don't see everyday." Loryn says in a curious tone even as he is stepping outside
Loryn casually leans up against the side of Minerva's Boarding House and takes in the wagons. One, of course, had his interest, but he wanted to wait out the conversation between Bearclaw and the centaur.
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 17 Monday July 24th, 2023 12:07:37 PM
(waiting on catacombs so i can wrap things up.)
"Fine Argentium it is. better than the stupid THWAP thing" as he looks at Loryn. "I know darn well, you were only trying to tick me off my friend. It worked. congratulations."
Drack hears the commotion, and his hand reflexively goes to his sword before he takes a moment to relax. He watches Torry get up and look intently. "Evil or no evil Torry? i kind of hope there is evil." if Torry responds that there is not evil, Drack will finish his food and drink, and mumble something about another carnival. If everyone else goes out to see, he will go as well. Who else is going to keep all these bloody spellcasters alive.
Drack is expecting Sheriff Bearclaw to come in any moment to speak with them. Enough killing has been done recently. Unless there is evil of course, then it's a different story.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Monday July 24th, 2023 1:25:28 PM
Manolo lets his guard down and goes to check out the Exotic things that are in front of him. Food, Plants, mysterious frozen/snow/ice stuff and games ! He starts his way first with food, " I am going to Erin and Royka’s Eggs and Eel first", He says. Already on his way to eat something tasty, hopefully....
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Monday July 24th, 2023 2:12:16 PM
OOC:Character sheet update Thanks Jon Strode (:
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Monday July 24th, 2023 8:59:02 PM
Gnubert watches the wagons circle up, and makes note of the snow, and ice wagon. Gnubert walks up to each of the new arrivals, sticks out his hand and with a smile introduces himself, "Gnubert Glitterdust, Cleric of the Gods of the Wold, member of The Argentium, and relative newcomer to the area! Who might you be?"
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Monday July 24th, 2023 10:31:56 PM
Ash stands back, allowing Gnubert to talk first. He moves a little closer examining the wares and wonders from a distance. Seeing Manalo head towards the food, Ash folloes.. tempted to try Egg and Eel.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/59; CMD 16 Monday July 24th, 2023 11:38:19 PM Argentium? At least it's a name that pays some homage to the Earth Mother.
Mole spends most of his time sitting on a stool working on his stonework image.
The wagons pull into town and creates quite a commotion. Too many people for the dwarf. He just stays where he's at.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:19/14/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Tuesday July 25th, 2023 9:23:32 AM
(ooc: sorry for the late post. I passed out early after work yesterday.)
Mortimer goes to check out the frozen treats and possibly rub up against the wagon a few times. Summers are just way too hot for his comfort.
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Tuesday July 25th, 2023 10:06:25 AM
Mole does the most dwarf thing ever and ignores the loud, colorful goings on to fiddle with a piece of stone while Drack takes a wait an see approach. Torryn takes a proactive cautious approach, you don’t see a lot of those, and checks to see if these newcomers are some sort of evil. The four wagons don’t all fit in one easy area of detection but after staring for an awkward amount of time she is sure they are not evil although something about the two women is just strange, maybe it is the mannerisms.
Gnubert, Manolo and Ash head to the food wagon. Royka gives looks them up and down and quietly mumbles something. Perception DC20 Highlight to display spoiler: {} “A gnome, cool!” [/b] At the same time as Gnubert starts speaking Erin Solstice steps forward with a beaming smile.
“Ahh welcome Gnubert.” she reaches to shake his hand. “Adventures, how cool I bet you have some stories to tell don’t you, but not now no how rude of me. As I said I am Erin and this is Royka we can feed you, I know some great recipes from back home that you may have never had and Royka, well, she will bring you food and is just so great. Have you heard of pizza? I have a special oven.” The girl grins and describes pizza talking about how the type of water is important for the crust and that Royka had to figure out something called baking powder.
Mortimer goes on his own to the snow covered wagon. The halfling in the window waves and despite the clear cold of the wagon is wearing a tanktop and shorts with some sort of net in his hair. The centaur smile at Mortimer and gives a little bow before she speaks. “Hello, have you heard of icecream, it is fantastic and sweet. My partner i there has all kinds of flavors, nothing like it on a hot day.” The halfling has a small wooden spook and is offering a sample of what looks like a frozen brown paste.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday July 25th, 2023 10:23:38 AM
Drack stays where he is, not too interested in going out to see the side show unless there are the sounds of problems. The others are out there, and can check things out.
Once Drack returned from the catacombs, he was wearing a much nicer breastplate than his previous one. Although he would likely still be getting hit a lot. (CS should be complete and fully updated with purchases)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday July 25th, 2023 10:28:15 AM
Drack looks at Loryn. "If no other emergencies occur, what say we go back and visit that evil temple to make sure nothing has been going on there. I still feel like we missed something."
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Tuesday July 25th, 2023 11:39:51 AM
"Yes, Dracky..um,. I mean Drack. I do think that would be for the best and Spot would love to stretch her legs again." Most unusually for the impulsive, little half-elf, she had yet to venture forth to the wagons. Perhaps it was out of sympathy for the eels. She didn't like to see them bottled up like that. At the sound of the odd 'pizza-thing' and iced cream, she merely wrinkled her nose. Neither sounded very appetising. Cream was fine - in small amounts. It did not pay for dancers to eat unhealthily. Torryn liked mushrooms, nuts and berries. She'd eat some fish and the occasional rabbit, but typically eschewed venison, pork, beef and other red meats. Oats! Now oats she loved - especially Loryn's wonderful porridge. With honey, it really set her up for the day. All this swiftly went through her head as she debated the civility of opening her Fey Sight further to determine what magic was at play. Perhaps it was easiest just to let the others investigate. Or, maybe Mole had the right of it and her time could be much better spent chipping away at a stone. It seemed to work for him; so she wasn't going to knock it.
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+10=19 ; Tuesday July 25th, 2023 5:09:35 PM
Loryn blusters a bit upon hearing the boasts coming from Erin and Royka, well the boasts from Erin at any rate. Best food indeed He is just about the mind to go give them what for and all when Drack snags his attention.
"Oh I agree on that Drack." He nods to Torrynashkabbeth as well "I think we deserve a few days or weeks to cool our heels and enjoy the life we are building here and all. But that shrine and such gives me a pretty fierce itch."
Loryn mentally flipped through his catalog of foods. Baking wasn't his thing and certainly nothing that was frozen, but oven work was and this 'pizza' sounded oddly familiar. He eyes the snow covered wagon and puts it to pondering, but not for long. Cracking that code wouldn't matter much without what appeared to be some highly specialized equipment. Equipment he did not have, nor thought he would have in the next 100 years or so.
That left the plants which could also mean herbs and spices and that he was interested in. He approaches the wagon of plants with a rubbing of his chin and politely inquires to see the wares of mint, basil, chives, salt and any kind of hot peppers.
Cook 19
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=9 ; Tuesday July 25th, 2023 8:22:59 PM
Manolo is distracted by all the various strange looking food. The pizza seemed so weird and he looks at Ash... waiting to see if it's any good.
He picks up on a conversation about Ice Cream! That will be definitely on his list after trying Pizza !
Perception d20=9
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Tuesday July 25th, 2023 9:01:45 PM "Iced cream, never 'eard of such a thing; it's sweet, yeah? Sure, I will try some," and he hands over the required amount of coin. "How 'bout that one there," he says as he points to a particular flavor.
As the hobbit starts scooping away, he happens to detect his own odor, made even more noticeable by the cold and sweet scents that pour out of the frigid wagon. He definitely needs to go by the bath house and wash off the sahuagin's stink. However, not quite yet ... he deserved a treat. He looks up and notices the icicles that hang off the wagon. They remind him of the headmaster's fangs from back at the orphanage. "Fangs, wha the?!" he mutters as he grapples with the realization.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/59; CMD 16 Tuesday July 25th, 2023 11:58:45 PM
Mole stops his work to take a drink of ale. He looks about the town in front of him; watching the people as they scurry about their tasks.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Wednesday July 26th, 2023 8:56:13 AM "Well met Erin!" Gnubert says as he waves to Royka. "What brings you to this part of the Wold? What is pizza? Ice Cream? I am not well traveled, and I haven't heard of these foods. Are they good? I guess so otherwise you wouldn't be able to pay for constant snow, and ice!'
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Wednesday July 26th, 2023 9:59:23 AM
Drack isn’t interested in a fun distraction and instead als about an evil temple which Torry agrees is a good idea. Loryn is also interested in the shrine but does think they deserve some time to cool their heels first. With that he heads to the plant covered wagon.
Ash is interested in the idea of pizza which gets a smile from Erin. “Ok, a few minutes. The oven in the wagon is always hot so, um, ten, minutes. I can put other things on it but lets start simple.” As she works in the wagon she answers Gnubert question. “Pizza is the best, it is a flat crust, but not like a pie crust, with delicious spiced tomato sauce and melted cheese. The cheese that I make while we travel about.” She slips something soft and stretchy in the air before catching it. “The ice ceam is Tooths thing but it is a delicious and sweet.”
After what really is fifteen minutes Erin brings out a sheet of wood with an handle on it. Siting on this is a round disk of bread, sauce and melted slightly crispy cheese cut into eight large slices. The bread is thin but each wedge shaped piece is quite broad. “You guys can share this about, if you like it it will drum up business I am sure.”
Mortimer is handed the wooden spoon with the frozen paste on it. A quick sniff gives off a deep scent of sweet and coco. The halfling smiles. “It’s chocolate, I have mint as well.” Hearing Gnuberts comment about paying for constant snow the halfling, Tooth, laughs. “Nothing to pay for my dads old wagon is cursed to always be in swow inside and out. Ivoleth” he points to the female centaur “Came up with the idea to embrace the curse. We started with flavored ice before we came up with this stuff.”
Th lizardfolks sees Loryn coming and smiles, a smile like that is less inviting then one would like given all the sharp teeth. “Ahh my friend Welcome. I carry many spices from around the Wold anything from anise to za’atar. If you like a little head I have some devilish little peppers that I pickled, just dont touch them and they your eyes.” He shows a bottle with small yellow peppers floating in a liquid.
Sheriff Bearclaw joins Torryn and Drack. “I appreciate what you all just went though.” he gestures to the gathered wagons. “This is a little unexpected, I am glad you all came back whole or this would be really poorly timed. Are you planning to take time to recover, I know a fight like that can take a lot out of you.”
"oh, good day to you Sheriff." Torryn replied politely. She was still very young and he was an important elder. She then smiled broadly. "Oh, I'm fine. Better than fine, really. We Sacred dancers are fast and not easily struck, you know; so I'm all recovered and everything." She then looks over at the strange assemblage. The smell of the strange flat-bread wafted over and she wrinkled her nose. To her, it just wasn't that appealing. As a Sacred Dancer she need to look after her body and that meant eating healthily. Luckily, she enjoyed that. She gave a small huff of annoyance. There was no music. What sort of a distraction was this? It wasn't distracting at all!
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Wednesday July 26th, 2023 11:55:01 AM
“Thank you Sheriff. It was not easy, and at times, I didn’t think we would win. My friends deserve a rest. I believe I am heading out shortly. There was an evil temple less than a day from here that I would like to check on again.”
Drack nods to the man, and then heads outside, where he looks for Loryn. “Sitting around does not suit me my friend. I think I’m going back to the vile temple to check it out again and make sure nothing new has happened. I will see if Manolo wishes to go with me in case the traps have reset. Leaving that place be without resolution does not suit me well. Perhaps Gnubert would be of assistance as well”
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday July 26th, 2023 3:30:49 PM
Loryn's eyes get wide and a large smile appears on his face at the sight of the peppers, "Fantastic, oh and what do you know about riding lizards? I rescued a poor giant gecko from the clutches of some filthy goblins some months back and well I suppose...you know what I do'nt think I've ever sat and gave a thought to a name. Poor thing, I think Drith Dulwen. Yes that's it a fine a name as any I'd say. Now where was I, oh of course, perhaps some pointers on care and such or feed of the good Drith Dulwen if you please."
Drack's talk of heading out that day to the abandoned farm causes him to scratch his head in thought, "All fine and good I suppose, but what can you do now that all of us couldn't before? And if the creatures or what have you are in the area what then? Come Drack, everyday does not have to be a day of challenge. Or perhaps some diplomatic words with our well travelled merchants here? See what news from where they have been?"
Loryn will purchase the peppers and some good salt and will inquire about a gnome hook hammer. He is in the market for a masterwork alchemical silver gnome hook hammer
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Wednesday July 26th, 2023 5:12:56 PM
Drack frowns at Loryn. “I will bide my time at your request my friend, but that place does not sit well with me. There was more there than met the eye. Something we didn’t find. I can almost feel it clawing at me. Something wasn’t right.”
“I suppose you want me to go sweet talk the sideshow then? Fine.” Drack Grouchily stands up and heads for the door, stopping at the door to compose himself and pleasantly go meet the caravan people.
Once he reaches them, he will use diplomacy….
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Wednesday July 26th, 2023 5:13:12 PM
Drack frowns at Loryn. “I will bide my time at your request my friend, but that place does not sit well with me. There was more there than met the eye. Something we didn’t find. I can almost feel it clawing at me. Something wasn’t right.”
“I suppose you want me to go sweet talk the sideshow then? Fine.” Drack Grouchily stands up and heads for the door, stopping at the door to compose himself and pleasantly go meet the caravan people.
Once he reaches them, he will use diplomacy….
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+8=21 ; Wednesday July 26th, 2023 5:14:15 PM
Diplomacy 21, and ask them where they have travelled from, and what they have seen in their travels
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+8=21 ; Wednesday July 26th, 2023 7:25:40 PM
Diplomacy 21, and ask them where they have travelled from, and what they have seen in their travels
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=12 ; d20=19 ; d2=1 ; Wednesday July 26th, 2023 10:18:57 PM
"This is so good , heavenly combination", Manolo says with a mouth stuffed in pizza, barely understood. "Hi Mortimer, you should try this pizza things, he says as he looks out for Mortimer while trying to eat more than slice of pizza at a time (after cutting it for more eatble appearance).
Perception #1 d20=12 for looking at the ice cream caravan and at Mortimer.
Manolo eats quickly, almost gobbling the food. "Mortimer! Can you please buy for me whatever you eating please ?", Manolo says to Mortimer . He looks around once more time, "Are we not missing someone ", he says , putting a slice of pizza down as he takes a lookout to find a possible Drack and a possible Loryn. Upon seeing one of them he will take a slice and hand one to either Loryn or Drack Perception #2 d20=19 OOC: 1d2=1 for DM ( choose between Drack and Loryn please )
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Wednesday July 26th, 2023 11:17:14 PM
Ash takes a bite out of his pizza and immediately starts blowing out hot air as the cheese sticks to the roof of his mouth. .
"OH MY" he yells too loudly. "Thats delicious. That might be the best food I've ever eaten. One bite isn't enough.. I'm sure that's a rule. "
Ash takes another bite, and another bite, and another... not even worrying about manners anymore.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Wednesday July 26th, 2023 11:24:48 PM
Answering Tooth, Mortimer replies, "If life curses ya with ice, make icy cream. Good show! We should all embrace our curses, yeah."
Hearing Manolo's request, Mortimer looks back up at the Tooth and requests another scoop of ice cream for Manolo. He then gives enough coin to pay for twenty more scoops. "How about the next 20 scoops are on me," he suggests. "Give the next twenty customers a free scoop."
Turning to any locals that are standing nearby, especially kids, Mortimer calls out, "Oye ... tell everyone that the next 20 customers get a free scoop of this sweet and tasty icy cream! Absolutely brilliant, it is!"
He then carries a bowl over to Manolo. "Here ya go. Lemme some of that cheese pie... whatsit called again?"
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Thursday July 27th, 2023 9:18:29 AM
Gnubert smiles at Manolo's exuberance, and Mortimer's charity. The cleric sees characteristics of the Gods in their behavior and he can't help but be pulled tighter into his faith
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Thursday July 27th, 2023 10:59:36 AM
Torryn, Drack and the Sheriff have a brief discussion before Drack abruptly decided to head to a temple from a pervious adventure. He approaches Loryn about accompanying him and is rebuffed with some pretty sound logic.
Doc Silvertail prices the jar of peppers at two silver and again smiles his lizard smile. “Don’t eat those by themselves and again, do not touch your eyes. They could make a red dragon sweat I am sure. As for the gecko DD, the same as I use to eat I suppose. Giant worms were a delicacy when we could get them or beetles and crickets. I have also developed an unusual taste for more exotic fare but I would imagine DD is not of a higher intellect. Oh, meat. Mice and rats are quite taste as well. I don’t have any weapons but my friend Humphry, the one showing the games, he actually has quote a collection of the less common weapons.”
Mortimer enjoys the ice cream and hands over ten silver to get the next twenty people ascoop of icecream. Ivoleth, the centaur, calls out. “Did you hear that people this hero of the people is getting icecream for the next twenty of you!”
While the others enjoy the various foods Drack approaches and ask where the wagons come from. Royka, who has been mostly a silent watcher so far, responds. “Were from all over really, few places in the Wold would have this many races at one time I would guess. Erin and I are form are from the same place but I can’t talk about that. Humphry came from an underground tribe that calls themselves the Auntium, interesting really. Most of them have a hive mind, he is one of the few individuals.”
She assesses Drack for a moment. “Warrior? No, maybe holy warrior? I will arm wrestle you, a pizza with meat vs you paying double price, 2gp? What do you think? I am less a talker an more physical.” Looking at her you can see that though slim she is quite muscular. Seeing this Erin calls out. “Royka, behave will you.”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Thursday July 27th, 2023 11:56:53 AM
It was all very diverting and interesting, Torryn supposed. She was glad that her friends were enjoying the strange food, but none of it really appealed to her. She most certainly was NOT going to eat a lot of cheese and cream!
Drack had wandered off. She hoped he'd calm down. Racing around rarely achieved much except to get you tired. Besides, he wasn't exactly the quietest; so if anyone or thing was at the farm, they'd likely see and hear him coming and make themselves scarce. She flicked her hair back as she again took in the scene. If there were games of skill, that would be fun. If it was just random luck of the dice, that held no great interest. Still, she decided that she wouldn't know unless she asked. She skipped across to that vendor, unable to resist inserting a hopping pirouette into her progress before cheerily smiling up.
"Greetings! I'm Torryn. Who are you?" She gave the vendor he best winning smile.
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday July 27th, 2023 11:59:46 AM
Loryn pays for the peppers and stows them right into his magical pants. He also thanks Doc for the warning, after all the merchant was doing his job and all despite Loryn being a capable cook. Doc didn't necessarily know that. Ah the games cart, excellent!
The gnome gets three steps away when his ears pick up the commotion from the food and snow wagons. Best thing ever? and Loryns prankster mind immediately goes into full motion. First the required admonishment of the insult to his profession and gnomish pride. The purchase of these peppers came at precisely the right time
Turning hard on his heel, Loryn marches to Ash and Manolo. "Best you've had? Best thing ever you stuffed into your mouths eh? Well, guess there's no need for me to be working so hard to keep you two fed anymore. Banned from my kitchen, the both of you!
Phase one complete, Loryn walks off in a 'huff' to the games cart.
"My good Humphry, Doc says you are the person to see about exotic weapons and this gnome right here is looking to purchase."
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Thursday July 27th, 2023 6:46:55 PM
"My apologies Loryn " Ash says a she finishes his slice. " I don't know where mmy mind is." He adds as he grabs another slice. " You're food is delicious...." as he takes a bite. " it...(chomp) really...(chomp) is...(chomp).
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Thursday July 27th, 2023 7:24:33 PM
Gnubert full on belly laughs at his friends. He learned at an early age to not make the person who cooks for you angry. The cleric bends over guffawing and leans against the snow covered cart to keep his balance.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Thursday July 27th, 2023 9:05:11 PM
"Pizza Thanks", Manolo says as he gets some Ice cream to eat. He than hands Mortimer a slice of pizza, "!There you go!, try it it's good", he says.
Manolo eats the ice cream slowly in contrast to the pizza, He laughs as everyone seems to enjoy the relaxing vibe, he understood why Lanliss wanted to retire from adventuring full time, seemed nice he thinks.
His senses get a sense of danger as Loryn seems scary.... he looks at Ash for a way out from Loryn's wrath!
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Thursday July 27th, 2023 11:24:32 PM
Mortimer bites his lip as he suppresses his laughter during Loryn's culinary-inspired rant. Like a fly caught in a spider's web, he remains perfectly motionless. He remains quiet until he's sure it's safe to speak and avoid the gnome's wrath.
Suddenly bursting with laughter, Mortimer points at Ash and Manolo. He offers up a bit of advice. "You two shoulda known notta get all chuffed by someone else's cookin'! At least not in earshot of the cook! Cold porridge in your futures, I see. Old an' cold, my friends," he finishes with a chuckle.
After the laughter dies down, Mortimer returns his bowl to Tooth and says, "Well, off to the bath house for me. Still stink with sahuagin blood, I do."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Friday July 28th, 2023 12:01:18 AM
(Drack responded to Sheriff Bearclaw)
Drack smiles at Royka. “I will pass on the arm wrestle. Thank you for the offer though. I reserve my effort for those that are evil. And yes, a holy warrior is what I am. If you are offering, you will likely win, so I will just pay double now and call it a loss. Fair enough? My friends and I have seem to become the protectors of this area. Have you seen anything on the way here that may require our attention?”
Drack hands over double the price for the pizza
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art Friday July 28th, 2023 9:46:19 AM
Loryn admonishes Ash and gets some reactions from the other members of the Argentium. Drack passes on the challenge to arm wrestle, getting a surly look from Royka, and asks if they have seen anything troubling on the way in. Erin answers the question while Royka glares a bit. “Trouble, not around here. About two weeks back we saw some goblin raiders but that was handled by the nearby lord, he was a good tipper too. The pizza with ham and honey was his favorite, we left him with ten pizzas.. You don’t care about that I realize. Sorry sometimes I just get talking, you know how it is right.”
Torryn and Loryn approach the wagon in red draping, Humphry’s Grotto and find what appears to be an exotic variant of beast-folk, an ant-folk. Dark black with two legs and four arms the slim figure is capped by a large mandibled head. The ant-folk is staring into space and takes a moment to respond when spoken to, as if his mind were fully occupied with other things.
After a moment it seems to focus clicking its mandibles. “Ahh Torryn, hello.” click click “I am Humphry Hawk, I chose that name myself its not a name of my people.” He pauses as Loryn asks about a weapon. “Gnome hook, yes yes I can do that.” Slightly too long of a pause. “I collect a lot of exotic weapons, they are so fascinating..” Another pause before he extends his lower left hands. “Clasp hands, that is what people to when greeting.” he says quickly before looking back to Torryn. “Do you play chess?”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Friday July 28th, 2023 10:34:00 AM
Torryn shook the ant-folk's hand - the one that came her way, lightly. She'd heard that ants were strong - for their size, but that was hard to reconcile with the diminutive figure before her.
"Um...yes, but....honestly, not very well." She replied. She could probably count the number of games she'd ever had on the fingers of her hands. Of those, she'd only won one and she was quite ceretain that was because her father had let her.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Friday July 28th, 2023 11:37:25 AM
Drack realizes that Royka may just want to challenge herself, so he changes his tune to accomadate her. "If you would really like to arm wrestle Royka, then i will join you. I do not think our spellcasters would be much competition for you." Drack rolls up the sleeve on his right arm. Grab us a table."
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+12=19 ; Friday July 28th, 2023 3:55:09 PM
Loryn stare with a wrinkling of his nose and pursed lips as Ash 'apologizes' in between great bites. Luckily for the gnome, he has practiced the straight face in the mirror for countless hours. He simply responds to Ash him a 'HARUMPH!' Bluff 19
Loryn extends his hand to Humphry and nods, "A pleasure to meet you Humphry. I am Loryn Glitterfall. Would you happen to have a masterwork gnome hook hammer that is cured in alchemical silver on one or preferably both ends?"
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Friday July 28th, 2023 7:54:07 PM
Manolo laughs with others but feels sorry...he decides to confront Loryn or rather to apologize in case of hurt feelings "Loryn.! I am sorry if I hurt you or offended you..... I would greatly be.... intrigued...to try your version of this pizza", he says, apologizes and gestures to the pizza or any slice of pizza.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 27/59; CMD 16 Friday July 28th, 2023 10:14:28 PM
Mole quietly works on his craft piece. After a while, he tires of all the commotion. He packs his things and relocates to a more quiet location.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 d20+4=15 ; Friday July 28th, 2023 11:41:19 PM
Ash stands slack jawwed. Finally having it dawn on him, that Lorryn is mad. " I'm sorry Lorryn. The pizza is good.. but I am sure yours is better. Im fact.. If you make it, I'll eat more. "
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Saturday July 29th, 2023 2:43:11 AM
Just a head's up - Ryan and I are going be swapping out here pretty soon ... i need to find my Summon Tarrasque scroll first though
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 Sunday July 30th, 2023 7:04:49 PM
As he goes to find a quiet place, Mole's form changes to a earth and stone version of himself. The form slowly begins to submerge under the surface of the ground until it is completely gone. Many minutes later, Mole rises from the ground outside the town, along the tree line. He finds a place to sit and continues to work on his sculpture.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life d20+10=29 ; d20+10=18 ; d20+10=26 ; d20+10=28 ; d20+10=23 ; d20+10=13 ; Sunday July 30th, 2023 9:36:15 PM
Mortimer makes his way to his favorite bath house, he pauses to read the sign out front, 'Belle's Beer & Bath.' He's suddenly struck with the thought, "Why is it every shop in this hamlet serves alcohol?" He considers this, shrugs and enters the front door.
He requests a private tub. He's quite pleased, judging by the water's low level of murkiness, that he's only the second person to have bathed in it this morning. Clothing set aside, Mortimer climbs in, and with his complimentary brush, begins to scrub the fishy funk away. One of Belle's bucket boys stops by with a welcomed fresh pour of hot water.
The remainder of his time is spent soaking in the hot water and thinking about all the disturbing thoughts that plague his mind. All the horrific memories of being eaten by goblins and his old, abusive headmaster having fangs. To distract himself, he decides to slide down under the water and see how long he could hold his breath. Without the water breathing ring, he wonders how long he could hold his breath.
The first couple of minutes pass without any problem; effortless really. By minute three, however, holding his breath became a struggle. As he fights the urge to lift his head above the water, he starts to notice several dark figures standing over his tub. (Fort Saves: 29, 18, 26, 28, 23, 13.) At 3.5 minutes, he begins to feel himself blacking out.
Several hands reach down and pull him up above the water. As Mortimer coughs and breathes in fresh air, it becomes clear who they are. "You FOOL! Why are you so eager to join us in death?" snaps Lord Ambrose. Along with him is Mortidecai, Murdoch and Harmakis; people who, he surmises, are his distant ancestors.
"DEATH! Join YOU? Why am I not dead already? I was eaten by goblins, you old rotter," Mortimer barks back. He's answered by a swift backhand across the face. Unlike other punches and kicks he's endured in the past, that one actually hurt!
Mortidecai answers with a giggle, "Not just goblins ... you were eaten by a vampire! Mortidecai shrinks from Ambrose's stern gaze, but he continues as if he can not help himself, "heh heh, eaten twice by the same vampire. ohhh, he hates you sooo much!"
Harmakis states, "You've been beheaded and trampled under hoof.
Murdoch adds, "Also died in child birth and of old age."
"Most importantly," Ambrose concludes, "you've died by your own hand!" The other three sorrowfully bow there heads upon the utterance of those words. "You've lived many lives."
As Mortimer recovers from his near death experience, he thankfully finds himself alone in the room once again. If what they had said were true, he wonders how many times he's lived this life ... over and over!
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Sunday July 30th, 2023 9:56:12 PM (ooc: Let's try that link one more time ... I knew the site would fail me in my time of need.)
As Mortimer recovers from his near death experience, he thankfully finds himself alone in the room once again. If what they had said were true, he wonders how many times he's lived this life ... over and over!
(if the link fails to work, this is where it goes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShCRN3tFy80
DM-Ryan: Solid Land - Maps and Art d20+4=19 ; Monday July 31st, 2023 9:41:40 AM
Royka actually smiles now that she has a challenger, or a distraction really. Moving to one of the portable tables she puts her hand up. “A holy warrior? You can do some magic I suppose.” She nods for him to grasp her hand. “I don’t seem to have a talent for magic, just running and fighting really.” (Flat Strength, she rolls at 19}. Clearly a little competition gets her to open her mouth. “I act as the caravan guard mostly. I did hear some rummors on the way, might be nothing though.”
The ant-folk nods his head when his hand shake is returned. “Very good, social construct, good.” He looks over to Loryn. “I think I have one.” click. He enters the wagon head first. There is rustling about, thunkin and mumbling. Eventually he comes out with a large sack that he closes his eyes and reaches into. Slowly a silver sword comes out which is set to the side. “No, wrong silver. [b] “ Again into the bag this time pulling out the requested hook hammer. He nods his head a few times. [b] “Check the balance.”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Monday July 31st, 2023 10:18:33 AM
Torryn elected to pass on the chess. It was far from being one of her strengths. She really didn't have the patience for it. So, as unusual as the caravan was, it didn't hold much that interested her: she had all the weapons she needed, didn't enjoy fattening, unhealthy foods and didn't relish testing - what she considered - her own rather limited wits.
"I'm going to go practice." She told the others. The thought of completing her 'dance' steps made her smile. Why anyone would choose to eat fatty food when they could dance, she simply didn't understand.
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday July 31st, 2023 10:18:37 AM
Loryn's eyes sparkle as the ant-folk pulls the sword from the bag first. He did love magic so. When the Hook-Hammer is drawn forth, he accepts it and gives it a few turns. The gnome instinctively knew how to hold and move the weapon, so deeply rooted is the racial pull of all gnomes to their heritage. "Beautiful." he breathes as if catches the light of the morning sun.
Loryn pulls out gold and starts counting out pre tied sets of 25 to get to the 800gp Hook Hammer - 20 Double weapon Masterwork - 600 Double weapon silver - 180
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+3=9 ; d20+3=18 ; Monday July 31st, 2023 3:42:00 PM
“Royka, I would not use magic. It wouldn’t be sporting.” Drack takes her hand and she quickly crushes him (strength roll of 9. Typical)
“Shall we go again? I worked as a caravan guard for many years after my mother died. Learned all my fighting there. What kind of rumors? Usually rumors have some sort of basis in fact” Drack puts his hand back out. Strength roll 18
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Monday July 31st, 2023 5:17:04 PM
"I am tired", Manolo thinks as he looks at his belly, already bloated from eating way too many pizzas. He feels the dreaded drowsiness set in. He sleeps or rests for a while.
He dreams about random things. Culverwood, Lanliss, the floating city, and the catacombs.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d100=62 ; d20=18 ; d20=11 ; Monday July 31st, 2023 5:34:48 PM
Dreams...what a magical they are. Manolo dreams as time doesn't have logic in the world of dreams. He sees a figure. That beautiful grace moves, moving about and around, 'It seems familiar', he thinks. The figure has silvery movements for all he can see or understand. 'I seen it before'. he thinks. further. .... Sound or music or something starts to wake him up gently. ' I don't want this dream to stop' he thinks. Gentle sun ray light that figure's hair. Manolo wakes up by someone or something. He asks the people near him "Do we know anyone with silver hair? someone with graceful movements"?.
d100=62 (DM or Players choice of waking up Manolo) Perception 28 Local Knowledge 20
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Monday July 31st, 2023 8:01:14 PM
Gnubert enjoys watching his friends talk, and arm wrestle. The cleric is unusually restless as though he is missing something. When he hears mention of rumors the gnome chimes up, "What rumors have you heard? Anything we might be interested in?"
OOC: Sorry for missing a post last week, I could have sworn I made one but evidently I didn't.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Monday July 31st, 2023 11:29:06 PM
As a lifelong dodger, the fact that he's still alive was proof that he thrives on the chaos around him. He always stole what little pride he could pocket from that. Now soaked with the knowledge from his recent bath, this Chaos Theory is being challenged. The certainty that our mortality will eventually be realized binds us all, not only in solidarity, but in fear. This fear is given a name ... Survival Instinct. Even though Mortimer dreads the idea of reliving puberty over and over, that fear is somewhat lessened now. For whatever the reason, it's time to embrace his curse, like Tooth's frozen wagon. To nick the mark he's been fated to pinch. "I think therefore I die ... brilliant!"
Mortimer continues to dry himself off. He styles his hair, with a pearl-encrusted comb from Party Treasure, and puts back on the same dirty clothes he came in with. That's right, a fresh new start indeed!
He looks down at the tub he bathed in. For a moment, he considers stealing it. He may need it again for more information and insights. "Come back for ya later, I will."
Mortimer departs from the Beer & Bath to rejoin the living. He decides to stop by Wardd's Chapel on his way back. He's lucky to be alive and very thankful for that.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Monday July 31st, 2023 11:39:40 PM
Ash just continued munching on his pizza. While people around him were dreaming and having visions... he was content on eating pizza.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 d20+13=30 ; d20+7=11 ; Tuesday August 1st, 2023 8:29:36 AM
Content with the place he's found, brings out his tools and stone and continues to work on his piece.
Perception DC30
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Tuesday August 1st, 2023 3:13:39 PM
The sounds and smells surrounding the group continue. There seems to be a line of people in front of the "Ice Cream" wagon, with much "oohing" and "ahhing". Many people seem to look for their benefactor, but Mortimer is enjoying (?) his bath time.
Drack and Royka talk about work and life in general. All the while, Drack's arm seems to hit the table more than pushing Royka's down.
Manolo and Ash both realize they may be in the doghouse with Loryn, and Manolo leaves an apology to Ash to come up with. Manolo then falls asleep thanks to the amount of "good food" (carbs) he just filled himself up with. After what seems like a long time, which in reality is just a few minutes, and with a groan, he wakes up, rolls onto one elbow and asks Ash, who is the closest friend to him, "Do we know anyone with silver hair? someone with graceful movements" (I'll leave that one open to Ash to answer).
Loryn wanders off to meet with "Howard" and look at his martial wares, finding with pleasure that the Ant-man has a gnome hook with silvered ends.
To get further away from the noise and fervor, Mole turns himself in stone, slides into the earth, and reappears again at the forest's edge, where he continues with stone work.
Not finding anything appealing to her tastebuds or to the general goings-on, Torry decides to keep herself busy by practicing her dance moves.
Gnubert appears content to watch Drack, cheerily losing while in a deep conversation, that is until someone mentions the word "rumor," which piques his interest. When asked, Gnubert is directed to an elderly human women. She is seated under the shade of some large trees and seems to be enjoying the pipe she is smoking.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday August 1st, 2023 4:21:42 PM
After losing more to Royka than winning, Drack will offer congratulations. “Let me go buy that pizza at double price. Will you share it with me? I would still like to hear of these rumors you mentioned.”
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=6 ; Tuesday August 1st, 2023 8:08:51 PM
Manolo awaits for an answer. He faint hope to remember the dream. " I dream about graceful movements and silver hair", he simply says.
D20=6
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Tuesday August 1st, 2023 9:14:18 PM
Gnubert walks over to the old woman smoking a pipe, "Hello I am Gnubert Glitterdust, and I was directed to you for any rumors you may have picked up on your journey here. Would you be so glad as to share them with me?"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Wednesday August 2nd, 2023 12:02:00 AM
Mortimer decides he doesn't want to be alone with his thoughts. On his way back to the food wagons, he sees the beginnings of a crowd was developing, 'I'm probably not gonna get it this good again,' he thinks. Those previous lives didn't sound so pleasant to him. If Mortdecai was being truthful, then that means the same vampire has killed him two different times. And, "ohhh, he hates you sooo much," was a bit horrific hear; and not in a good way! Now that he recalls his headmaster's fangs from the orphanage, that would make him a suitable candidate. There certainly was little love lost between them. He certainly enjoyed the beatings and the torture.
"Heh, what fond memories, they are," he mutters to himself.
As he approaches the crowd, he asks, "Oye, what'd I miss?"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Wednesday August 2nd, 2023 12:06:27 AM
(ooc: sigh, I miss the days when I could edit my post. :)
OOC: Is there an error message when you try?
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Wednesday August 2nd, 2023 4:49:18 AM
Torryn decided that dancing could wait: it wasn't as if it would have to wait long. She went to find Spot to spend some time grooming the patient horse.
(OOC: I will be a day behind due to the time zone and being busy all day....but hopefully still ahead of each DM post.)
OOC2: I seem to remember you being on the other side of the pond =)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Wednesday August 2nd, 2023 11:14:01 AM
Drack will try the pizza that he just paid for, and wait for Royka to tell him about the rumors
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Wednesday August 2nd, 2023 1:44:28 PM
"Its good Drack.." Ash says through more bites. " This is my fourth slice."
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Wednesday August 2nd, 2023 2:10:26 PM
OOC: It's 11 where I am, well right now lol. I'll wait a few hours for everyone to post then make one of my own
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday August 2nd, 2023 3:54:56 PM
Loryn pays for the weapon, thanks Humphry once again and heads off to find Drack and see what the travelling rumors might reveal for the group.
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=3 ; Wednesday August 2nd, 2023 4:38:57 PM
'Silver hair....graceful movements', Manolo thinks. He knew someone that fits that category...
d20=3
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Thursday August 3rd, 2023 12:00:44 AM
Old Abby looks at Gnubert, he can see her eyes are completely white. She cocks her head for a moment then responds, "The winds tell me others are coming. If you can wait a moment I'll tell you and your friends."
Once Drack and Loryn catch up with Gnubert, Abby pulls a wooden bottle out from somewhere, pulls the cork out with her teeth and takes a long swig. "Now, what do you children want to know, hmmmm. Giants are fighting with ogres again up in the mountains. Their arguments are always over food, which is odd as neither race is known for their cooking. Strange looking fish have washed up on shore to the north, if you can believe half-drunk sailors. The one you're probably most interested in is an old one, and about to come up on another century. Do any of you lads or ladies want a swig before we go on?"
Anyone who takes a swig, DC15 FORT save: If you saved Highlight to display spoiler: { Your stomach and throat and then body warm up as the liquor hits your system } If failed Highlight to display spoiler: { You hit the ground choking for air as the high alcohol content stops your ability to breathe or catch your breath for a round}
Once the three of you either enjoy her drink, or regret trying it, she continues. "Many, many years ago, a white witch married a mortal man. This is strange as most witches avoid normal folks, preferring to marry within their own coven. Triplets were the result of their marriage. The girls were identical in looks to their mother, pale white skin - the color of moonlight, long and beautiful brown hair, and piercing golden eyes. They family enjoyed their time together. The father was a hunter of men. When the girls were 10, he accepted a job to hunt down several bandits. while he was gone, dark witches came a calling. They offered the mother and daughters a chance to join their ranks willingly. When all four refused, the dark witches killed the mother, and stole away the girls." She pauses to take a few puffs off her pipe and then another swig of her mead, "That's good stuff. The farmer who makes it has the touch when it comes to such drinks. Now, when the father came home, he found his wife dead, house burned down, and daughters gone. He searched for his girls until the day he died, his heart giving out over the loss of his wife and girls. Sometime later, children began disappearing from villages. No one could figure out what was happening. A group of adventurers, like yourselves, was hired to investigate. They tracked the children down to the woods around us, with hushed talk of the Frozen Chapel, and the swamps. After several months, one adventurer returned. When he had left, he'd been barely twenty winters old. When he stumbled into town, he was an old man, well into his sixties. All that he would say was"The Sisters, they're real...they, they, used magic to drain the life from my friends and from me. I only just escaped a few days ago...I think...I don't remember much."The lad died within a few hours. He was searched but had nothing other than his clothes. Every hundred years or so, children vanish, people show up aged to death, or close to it ... in two months time the hundred year marker rolls around ... I guess we'll see what we see then eh...
Ash continues to eat pizza, while Mortimer gets recognized as the provider of the free ice cream and people begin chanting his name
Mole continues to work on his stonework, content to be in the wind, trees, and quiet
Torry, deciding she didn't want to practice her moves, attends to her horse, which it seems to appreciate by bumping its head into her softly, and when she gets within range tries to "kiss" her with its long tongue
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Thursday August 3rd, 2023 4:09:27 AM
"Yes, and I'm happy to see you as well, Spot." Torryn informed the mare. Once she'd brushed coat, mane and tail, she patted Spot affectionately and bade her farewell. It was time to practice. Whilst some could be challenged or intimidated by dance, Torryn found it relaxing. She froze momentarily as she centred on her breath and then flowed into her graceful movements. There were no attacking or sharp movements. Everything smoothly. It seemed that her 'dance' was one singular unending move.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Thursday August 3rd, 2023 7:49:45 AM
Ash pats his belly. Apparently, four slices was his limit. "Oh my... my pants are tight. " he says to himself.
The mage moves around the rest of the gathering.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Thursday August 3rd, 2023 8:44:03 AM
Eager for the distraction, Mortimer accepts their praise. "My pleasure, it was!"
After the chanting calms back down, he turns to Manolo and asks, "Where is our silver-haired, sacred dancer? I thought Torryn would be dancin' 'bout now. Didn't want ta miss it."
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+7=11 ; Thursday August 3rd, 2023 12:41:47 PM
Loryn politely declines the drink Diplomacy 11, kinda. gnomes were not big folk to excess and the Glitterfall clan perhaps more so, which did strike him as odd now and then. Given his love of cooking and cooking in vast amounts. A puzzle for another day. Loryn chuckles a bit at the children remark, but doesn't say anything else as he sits back to listen.
Witches of the wood huh. The Frozen Chapel was not a place he had heard of before, but that was not unusual. His knowledge of the local area was limited to the very common information that everyone shared. Perhaps he should look into learning more. Yes, that would need to become something on his to-do list.
"Local folktale was not what I was thinking of when I was thinking about rumors heard from the travelling troupe. Don't suppose any of these folks who died or went missing have names do they?"
Loryn is not sure how much faith he wants to put into this partially drunken fireside story, but he will lean into Drack and Gnubert here for their opinion.
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=19 ; d6=6 ; d20=16 ; Thursday August 3rd, 2023 9:35:54 PM
Manolo realizes. " I forgot", Manolo shouts and slaps his head twice lightly and then says less loudly," I bought the ribbon Torryn asked me to". He begins to walk and search for Torryn, he turns back for a moment and he shouts to Mortimer " I owe you one" and begins to run lightly to look out for Torryn.
Perception 29 Local knowledge 25
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Thursday August 3rd, 2023 10:35:27 PM So pure of thought and purpose, he is. The light of the lad, allows Mortimer a moment to see the reflection in his darkness, the all encompassing shadow that follows him. The gloom must go deeper than he previously thought. To what amount does he need to atone? Is this why his cursed family can't move on; why they continue to haunt him while he lives on.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 d20+6=10 ; d20+13=15 ; Thursday August 3rd, 2023 10:55:33 PM
Gnubert politely sips the woman's drink, and promptly hits the ground grasping for air (Fortitude DC 10). Gnubert listens intently as the woman speaks her voice almost poetically drawing him in. "Ma'am, where do these children go missing? How do you know this story?" Gnubert asks as he eyes the woman carefully trying to determine if she is telling the truth, or have a hidden motive(Sense Motive DC 15)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 Thursday August 3rd, 2023 11:34:59 PM
Mole works on his statue for another hour before returning to the others.
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Friday August 4th, 2023 8:52:54 AM
Torry, having finished with her horse, moves on to her practicing, ie dancing
Ash joins his friends listening to Old Abby, while Mortimer wonders where Torry is dancing, and Manolo jogs off actively looking for the dancing Torry.
Mole continues to work his craft, enjoying the solitude
Loryn, Gnubert, and Drack all watch in disbelief as Old Abby taps the side of her nose, winks at Gnubert, and responds, "Ah young one, rumors, folklore, and folktales all share one thing in common, mystery..." with that she vanishes - her bottle and pipe both remain - the bottle on the ground, and the pipe hanging in the air
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+11=21 ; Friday August 4th, 2023 9:51:27 AM
Drack takes a swig from Abby's bottle, and patiently waits to hear of the rumors (fort save 21). As he listens, he is skeptical of the tale, but as he mentioned before, usually tales and rumors had some basis in fact'
As Abby disappears, his hand instinctively goes to his sword, but he does not draw it. With the pipe still hanging there, it is likely an invisibility spell, but he waits for confirmation from Loryn.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F9: R:10 W:12 Friday August 4th, 2023 10:38:12 AM
Happily spinning, jumping, pirouetting and weaving to music that was patently only audible within Torryn's head, the Sacred Dancer went through her routines with a light heart. Forgotten was the strange caravan and all else, for Torryn was lost in the moment, focused entirely on the grace and style of her movements.
She often found herself doubting her choices. The others, particularly Drack, all seemed so focused and that singular focus yielded rewards far faster than did her almost scattergun approach to learning. Yet when she danced, it all seemed worthwhile. Let others have more potent spells, more deft fingers, more martial prowess, she could dance and for her, that was enough.
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+11=16 ; d20+13=30 ; Friday August 4th, 2023 11:16:10 AM
When Old Abby vanishes, Loryn leans back. He was fairly versed in magic and such, but this was a bit off. Arcana 16 The pipe still floating in the air was odd as well. An Invisibility spell would normally cover that and really he was unsure how that spell would not. Spellcraft 30
"Mystery indeed." he responds aloud Loryn stands and gives a pointing with his grand nose off and away from the floating pipe moving off.
With Gnubert and Drack following, he poses the question on his mind, "Either of you ever heard of The Frozen Chapel?"
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+5=10 ; Friday August 4th, 2023 3:54:04 PM
Drack searches his recollection for the name, but isn’t likely to come up with anything.(know religion 10)
“I’m thinking it’s worth tracking down. Kids being taken is something that cannot be allowed to continue. Perhaps if we go to the area they were taken from, we can find out more. I will leaving the planning to you but a rumor such as this should be looked into. If it’s true, and we don’t, I would never live with myself. We have been sitting around long enough anyway.”
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Friday August 4th, 2023 4:49:47 PM
Ash passes on the bottle, handing it to one of his friends instead. When Abby disapears, Ash slightly smiles at the very cool showmanship.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Friday August 4th, 2023 9:45:46 PM
Manolo looks out (searches) for Torryn to give her the ribbon.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Saturday August 5th, 2023 3:41:40 AM
Torryn stopped and smiled in delight when Manolo found her and presented the ribbon. "It's perfect!" She confirmed before planting a light kiss on his left cheek. She took the ribbon and spun away weaving intricate patterns in the air with it as she went. After showing it to Spot, to get her approval, she set about fixing it into her hair. There were so many options, but she settled for drawing twin strands back from either side of her head and tying them behind with the aid of the ribbon, so that it, like her hair fell down behind her. Its bright red hue stood out vividly against her silvery hair.
(OOC: Header adjusted.)
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 Saturday August 5th, 2023 7:12:31 PM
Mole arrives to hear the others deciding what to tackle next.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Sunday August 6th, 2023 10:14:33 PM
Losing interest in the crowd's praise, Mortimer observes Drack, Gnubert and Loryn having all congregated under a shade tree. Feeling the burn of the midday sun, he decides to join them. As he walks over, he can't help but observe a free-floating, smoking pipe. 'Well, this looks interesting,' he thinks.
"What 'ave you three been smokin'? Mind if I join this party?"
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Monday August 7th, 2023 2:23:19 AM
OOC: I'll let y'all answer Mortimer and make a post in the morning, well for me anyway's
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday August 7th, 2023 11:25:16 AM
Loryn gives Mortimer a wave as he comes over, "Been listening to alcohol induced fairy tales Mortimer. Ever hear of a place called The Frozen Chapel? Tale about witches and missing children. Every hundred years or so, which of course, is right around the bend. No good tale worth its weight in salt takes place in the 'you don't have to care future' after all."
Loryn looks at the floating pipe for a bit longer and decides it's time to move off and continue talking about whether or not to look into it more. Though Drack was all ready already and well why not.
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life d20+2=14 ; Monday August 7th, 2023 12:14:39 PM (Knowledge [Local]: 14)
"Recall the place talked about in ghost stories, I do. Mostly that no one goes there. Why?"
(ooc: For my 14 roll, I figured that much was appropriate. DM may add to if he wishes :)
ooc: Is good by me =)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Monday August 7th, 2023 7:53:27 PM
Gnubert looks over at the floating pipe, "What in the name of all the Gods..." he stammers, "Where did she go?" Gnubert looks around, and shakes his head at Drack, "I have no clue to be honest"
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Monday August 7th, 2023 9:15:06 PM
As the party discusses their next moves, fanfare begins. voices can be heard chanting, "Sing us a song" and others, "Nah, play us a lively tune to dance too"
What the party sees is an immaculately dressed human male about 30 years old. He is strumming a lute, and has two female dwarves with him, bearing equipment.
Jumping onto an upturned crate, the man calls out, "Good eve all. Jessup's my name, and well, my lute is my game. Brave Brigga and her sister Bunda will accompany me. Now, who's got a favorite...."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Monday August 7th, 2023 10:43:30 PM
Ash watches as the new man comes out to sing. "Dancing dwarves? Maybe I should have drank the bottle" he says out loud.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday August 8th, 2023 7:41:35 AM
Drack listens to the further discussion, and is unsure what to make of the rumor. He waits as Mortimer says he has heard the tales, but with no further information, he moves on when Loryn does, not quite sure how to proceed.
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+13=17 ; Tuesday August 8th, 2023 11:11:32 AM
Loryn stares a bit at Mortimer, pasting a concerned look on his face as if Mortimer did not appear well at all. Bluff 17 "Lean down here son, how are you feeling? Do you need Gnubert to take a look at that thing on the side of your head just there? i just said that the Frozen Chapel is the source of a tale about witches and missing children. Every hundred years or so, which of course, is right around the bend. You sure those are working?"
Loryn smiles and looks off to the bard and the pair of dwarf. Quite the group rolled into the little Hamlet here. "Word might be out that there's a young hero group with coin burning in their pockets here in Windhorn."
Loryn picks a spot on the grass in the fairgrounds to have a seat and listen to the bard. Torrynashkabbeth should be here any second he muses to himself
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:20/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Tuesday August 8th, 2023 11:43:30 AM
Yet Torryn wasn't there. She was still in the yard, practicing her moves for Spot's entertainment. As the faint strains of a lute reached her, she mused on the importance of her vocation. To be a Sacred Dancer wasn't about being the best dancer possible; it was about ensuring that other danced as well as they could and in so doing had happiness brought into their lives. If they were happy, they in turn would bring others happiness. When looked on like that it really wasn't a bad thing - being a Scared Dancer.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Tuesday August 8th, 2023 11:47:33 AM
(OOC: Jon tends to post late and due to the Time Zone differences - I am way ahead of you guys - I may miss tomorrow's deadline. I have a RL D&D session that starts at lunch time and won't finish until late. I may be able to post before midnight, but it's far from certain. So there may be 2 posts on Thursday.)
(Also Header adjusted - Torryn is now on full health as she'll have used her Lay On Hands ability to ensure that she's fully recovered.)
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Tuesday August 8th, 2023 12:23:30 PM
OOC - That's cool Nick. I'm gonna try to post 6'ish my time, I'm in Oregon ... I have a job interview and three dr appts today, UGH
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Tuesday August 8th, 2023 4:58:03 PM "How often do these travelers come though the hamlet? Two groups in one day? Is that normal? " Gnubert says outloud. The normally jovial cleric seems concerned although he cannot figure out why.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday August 8th, 2023 6:38:29 PM
Drack has no desire to be part of the revelry, and returns to his room to pray to Domi for guidance regarding the frozen chapel, even though he’s not expecting a response. If it’s true, it should be investigated. If it’s not true, the other evil meeting place needs to be revisited. Which is which. That is the question. Rumor based in fact, or an old wives tale. With the life of a child as the betting chip, he doesn’t really want to take chance, and would rather play the safe hand and look into it.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 Tuesday August 8th, 2023 7:34:02 PM
Mole listens to the conversation. He's never heard of this Frozen Temple.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 Tuesday August 8th, 2023 7:39:34 PM
Where is this place supposed to be?
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Tuesday August 8th, 2023 8:01:54 PM
Manolo looks at Torryn dance... After awhile he bows to her and says " your moves are truly graceful"
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Tuesday August 8th, 2023 8:13:11 PM
The first song the minstrel plays is: Song 1
The Dwarven ladies aid with drums, and adding their voices to his
Someone in the crowd hears Gnubert's question and responds, "This minstrel oft comes unannounced. He's free with his music and jests, but ends up eating and drinking his fill at several homes, or taverns, or inns. Many of the young lasses enjoy his company as well."
Mole spends his time listening, as does Ash, Loryn, Manolo, Mortimer, and Gnubert.
Drack returns to his room to seek guidance on what he has heard (for Drack) Highlight to display spoiler: { As you pray and seek guidance on what you have learned, your room begins to brighten with a soft white light. This light provides a sense of warmth and comfort. The answer to Drack's question about the legitimacy of the rumor seems to be "yes", and a fatherly voice speaks - whether in his head or out loud "Courage my son, courage you and your friends will need soon."}
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life d20+4=20 ; Tuesday August 8th, 2023 10:41:36 PM (Sense Motive: 20, success)
Mortimer regards Loryn with tilted head and curled upper lip. His eyes flare with a sudden burst of bitter coldness with his detection of false-hearted sympathy. Then as quickly as it came, his demeanor swiftly reverts to a passive shrug. "Heard ya the first time, I did. But that's all I knew before your story of witches and youngins. Frozen Chapel sounds lika nice summer home, ta me."
If no one was going to offer him a puff on the pipe, he decides to help himself and take in a long drag.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Tuesday August 8th, 2023 11:18:25 PM
Ash claps along with the sing, passively listening until his turn on the pipe.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Wednesday August 9th, 2023 4:05:18 AM
Her practice concluded, Torryn curtsied to Spot and then made her way out of the yard to find the source of the music.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Wednesday August 9th, 2023 8:00:14 AM
Drack thanks Domi for his guidance, and heads out to find the others.
Once he finds Loryn, and the others, he will tell them "I sought guidance from Domi, and it was granted. the Frozen Chapel tales are real, and we need to go. Domi says we will all need courage very soon. Let us head out as soon as possible. Where do we start Loryn? any idea where to find this place? If not, we should try and find the villages or towns where someone has seen it."
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday August 9th, 2023 10:37:21 AM
Loryn starts to hold up a finger as Mortimer plucks the floating pipe from mid air to take a puff, but then simply doesn't and takes a cautious step backwards. The gnome stands for a good bit, waiting to see if something happens to Mortimer with a cheery smile on his face. He did love some good old fashioned mischief and mayhem and who knows, maybe the night will get quite exciting. Loryn finds himself rubbing his hands together with an all to eagerly anticipating grin on his face.
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Wednesday August 9th, 2023 7:46:50 PM
Gnubert turns to the voice in the crowd, "Thank you! I did not know." The cleric continues listening to the bard play until Drack arrives, "I am all for helping these children, especially if Domi has said the rumor is true. However, do we know of where we need to go, or at teh very least a direction of travel? I can try and pray for guidance tomorrow after I am granted my spells if that would help."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Wednesday August 9th, 2023 8:44:09 PM
Manolo accompanies Torryn.
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Wednesday August 9th, 2023 9:39:46 PM
So the party all gathers to listen to the minstrel and his dwarven back up singers ...
The pipe which Mortimer grabs, freely stops floating Pipe [The bowl part holds about half a cup worth of tobacco, and the stem is at least a foot long]
The pipe tobacco, appears slow-burning and moist, and is almost black in appearance. When smoked the tobbaco produces a thick and cool acidic smoke with peppery notes of fig and molasses.
As the minstrel's song winds down to its end, he looks around the growing audience ... "Be there any lads or lasses who wish to dance a merry jig, come now, I know many good tunes..."
OOC: I still haven't heard anything on the module, I'll poke the PTB's about it ... in the meantime, is there anything else y'all want to work on, or just chill, eat pizza and ice cream, and smoke?
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Wednesday August 9th, 2023 10:43:20 PM
"Any lads or lasses who want to dance" Ash thinks to himself, knowing fully well one person will take them up on that offer. He finally gets his pull on the pipe, and lets the smoke drift out his nostrils as he relaxes.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 d20=18 ; Thursday August 10th, 2023 5:33:16 AM
Dancing! And she'd arrived just in time by the sound of things. She wrinkled her petite nose at the stinky pipe. She really didn't see the fascination with smoking - at all.
"I will dance. Who will join me?" She asked gleefully as she smoothly transition her gait straight into the dance. (dance: 30!) She hoped that some would, but if not, she was perfectly happy to dance for everyone else.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday August 10th, 2023 10:29:19 AM
Drack waits for Loryn to comprehend his revelation, and find out whether he has an idea of where to start or not.
Following that, Drack will head back to speak with Royka. "Do you know of these stories about the missing children and the frozen chapel? I need to find it. Can you tell me anything that would give me a starting point?"
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Thursday August 10th, 2023 4:28:19 PM
Torry is ready to dance, and gleefully and beautifully does so. When Royka hears Drack ask his questions, she again gets an almost federal grin, "Dance with me. If I feel you've earned your answers, so be it. I have a small amount of knowledge of such a place."
The song he starts playing, after switching from his lute to a violin...with help from the "Ladies" 4minutes 25 seconds in
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 Thursday August 10th, 2023 4:50:41 PM
Mole will ask the performers if they know any dwarven songs. If so, he will sit and listen. When they finish, he tips them generously (20 gp).
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Thursday August 10th, 2023 4:59:19 PM
When Drack returns to tell Loryn about the validity of the Frozen Chapel rumors. "What's all this business 'bout the Frozen Chapel? The ghost stories are true, yeah," ... sigh, "of course they are. They always are," he declares with a shrug.
Mortimer, of all people, should know to trust the stories told by ghosts. They have no reason to lie.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Thursday August 10th, 2023 7:49:54 PM
Gnubert listens to the music with his companions but his mind is constantly drawn to children in danger, and he can't help but be restless. Gnubert finally walks back to his room and takes stock of his items in an attempt to make sure he is prepared for whatever lies next.
OOC: Debating on a Catacombs trip to spend his coin and bring him to WBL
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=3 ; Thursday August 10th, 2023 8:06:15 PM
Manolo tries to dance the best he can. .d20= 3
OOC: sorry for the short posts, overworked this week
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 d20=10 ; Friday August 11th, 2023 6:13:23 AM
Torryn will gladly help Manolo (aid another; Manolo gains +2 to his next efforts.) Regardless of who stays, who goes and who dances, Torryn will remain so long as the music plays, captivating the crowd's attention with her delightful performance.
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Friday August 11th, 2023 8:26:05 AM
The crowds enjoy the music and the dancing, good and bad. At the request of dwarven songs, the Minstrel smiles sorrowfully, "I know but one, as dwarves are too busy fighting to dance, yet this one, is one of the few that brings them out in ceremonial garb..."
Manolo & Torry enjoy themselves on the "dance floor"
Gnubert considers slipping away for a shopping trip
Drack gets caught up by Royka, who wants to dance the day and night away apparently
Ash, Loryn, and Mortimer seem to be enjoying themselves on the sidelines smoking and observing
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday August 11th, 2023 8:57:24 AM
Loryn, listening to the minstrel and enjoying the dancing and attempts thereof has a delighted grin on his face when Drack returns a bit later. The more serious look on the young humans face, more serious? is that possible. Loryn works his memory, well what do you know, apparently it is possible. Very well, returns with a more serious look upon his face, the grin fades to a more appropriate look of attention.
"So the Frozen Chapel story is true. Now we need to discover the location of this place. Late in the night with drink and minstrels is not the best time, I would wager and so we should enjoy the final songs and then be off to bed. tomorrow we can speak to the minstrel and others about the whereabouts of the Chapel."
Noting Mortimers comment, Loryn looks to him, [b]"I would have guessed this type of adventure to sit quite right with you["/b]
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Friday August 11th, 2023 9:06:44 AM
Ash listens to the music, and to his friends talking about the Frozen Chapel. Seems cold would be in their future.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Friday August 11th, 2023 9:26:38 AM
Drack listens to Royka’s request. “I don’t know how to dance when not fighting, but I would be honored to give it a try with you.” Drack will then extend a hand “ shall we?”
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 d20-1=12 ; Friday August 11th, 2023 1:55:21 PM
Mole listens to the minstrel begin the dwarven song. He closes his eyes and in his mind he pictures his home. Tears begin to run down his cheeks as he sees the mines of his homeland. Unknowingly, he begins to sing along with the minstrel. Blocking out the conversations around him, he only hears the song.
Singing DC12
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Friday August 11th, 2023 9:40:40 PM
OOC: I got a response on the module we pitched, there are several corrections they want us to do before they'll approve it, which I'm gonna tackle tonight
Update: Fixed some stuff, now need to fix some more and populate a map, then I think we're good to start this thing =)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Saturday August 12th, 2023 10:00:22 AM
Torryn was happy to dance as long as there was music. Even the Dwarven song was no barrier to her capacity to transform sound into motion: music into dance. She delighted in her new ribbon as it traced magical lines through the ait as she twisted, turned and spun around. The shapes it made were in all likelihood, 'magical' to her eyes alone.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 Saturday August 12th, 2023 6:36:39 PM
After the song is done, Mole gives the minstrel the tip (20 gp). He thanks them for the memories of his homeland.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Sunday August 13th, 2023 6:37:10 PM
Gnubert cataloges his gear, then goes over it again. The cleric keeps getting the feeling something is off but he can't seem to lay his fingers on what it may be. Gnubert decides to pary on it and go to sleep.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=20 ; Sunday August 13th, 2023 8:19:47 PM
Manolo seems inspired and uplifted by Torryn. ' I can dance ', Manolo thinks as he moves gracefully. " Come one Drack !", Manolo cheers and encourages Drack Afterwards, after all the party ends, Manolo proceeds to sleep as dancing was certainly not easy on the muscles as he thought. D20=20
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Sunday August 13th, 2023 11:54:03 PM "Yeah, sure. Be nice, it would, ta get away from this summer heat," he replies to Loryn. "Gettin' there shouldn't be to difficult. Old Chapel Road hasn't seen much foot traffic in quite a while."
Mortimer settles down under the shade tree, with pipe in hand, as the evening progresses. He's perfectly content just setting back and watching the dancing and listen to the music. However someone unseen or heard by most decides to join Mortimer. "I do so love a good party." Out of the corner of his eye he notices a spectre, known as Mortdecai, lounging next to him. Mortimer replies with a sigh, "Yeah."
"I understand you're remembering things ... do you remember my father?"
Mortimer can barely answer "No," before the spirit interrupts him.
"I was his bastard child. He brought me home to live with the family, but I wasn't allowed to take the Margrave name."
"Sorry ta.." Mortimer rolls his eyes as he's interrupted again.
"Ohhh, it's alright. I always tried so hard to win his approval. But every time I found a way to run afoul of it."
"That's terrib.."
"Indeed. I couldn't even give him grandchildren. I'm afraid I wasn't much of a breeder. He always wanted a sizable family ... power in numbers, you know."
"What's 'is nam..?"
"Ohhh," Mortdecai replies interrupting, "I'd prefer that you remember."
Mortimer turns to look at him with a puzzled expression; only to see him fade away. He simply shrugs and takes another puff on the pipe.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Monday August 14th, 2023 6:50:25 AM
The musicians had played for a good while, so copying Mole's lead, she too paid them for the entertainment. It just wasn't as much.(10gp) It wasn't that she was mean. it was more that she felt there might be others in more need of her coins. In truth, she had little need for money: so long as she could eat and get a roof over her head, she was happy. Of course, money spent on bathing was never wasted. that last thought made her smile. A bath! What an excellent notion. Who knew when next she'd get the chance?
"Manny, that was excellent! You're a natural!" Torryn gushed in delight. She gave him a graceful curtsy in acknowledgement of his wonderful achievement, before straightening with a laugh to skip away, seemingly possessed of boundless energy.
"I'm going to have a bath. I may be some time." She informed them gleefully before departing back to their lodgings.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Monday August 14th, 2023 9:58:06 AM
After dancing for quite awhile with Royka, Drack will once again ask her about the frozen chapel, and how the group may find it.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d100=89 ; Monday August 14th, 2023 6:47:35 PM
Manolo enjoys the dance. He sees the others pay and feels a tingle tingly ting feeling of pressure and shame that he didn't think about paying the musicians before. He gives the musicians whatever and how many coins he has on him at the moment.
Afterwards he retries to the lodgings as well and sleeps well.
DM-Jon - Ryan's evil twin Monday August 14th, 2023 7:29:07 PM
The minstrel offers about twenty songs in total before calling it a night. The innkeep offers he and his backup singers rooms at no cost.
The caravan also begins packing up as they plan on leaving in the morning.
Mole's tip earns him hugs and kisses from the dwarven women, who saw and heard him singing along with the tune.
Torry receives praise from locals, the minstrel, and the caravaneers for her dancing.
Royka gives Drack a big hug, and a kiss on the cheek, with a promise to look him upp next time they are in town.
Mortimer realizes that the pipe isn't vanishing, and that he has smoked all the tobacco in the pipe
Ash receives several pizzas as a parting gift, with the admonition to "Eat them in the next day or so, or they'll get stale and hard!"
Gnubert, Loryn, and Manolo receive thanks for participating, and "Dancing", the minstrel shares, "It's always good when people participate, makes me feel like I have done my job in sharing in a good time."
Several of the townsfolk have gotten together and laid out a feast of sorts, offering warm breads, fresh cooked meats, local vegetables (both raw and roasted), fresh caught rainbow trout, and fruit with some of the last of the ice cream. The taverner also rolls out some barrels of beer, and a small keg of powerful, but fruity mead (fig & walnut) that has been aged in a whiskey barrel (something I have in my fridge right now).
OOC: The module was approved so we'll start it tomorrow =)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Tuesday August 15th, 2023 5:39:29 AM
Torryn was not a drinker. She was simply too small and unused to such things to derive much pleasure from alcohol. She got her high from dancing. She did however, delight in the trout, a small amount of warm bread and plenty of vegetables, particularly enjoying the raw ones. For drink, she stuck to water, needing to rehydrate after her exertions.
"I'm sorry to be a party-pooper, but I'm going to go check on Spot again and then get a bath before bed. Bath's are great, especially when there's special scented oils. I bet I'll sleep like a log and be all refreshed and everything in the morning." She informed everyone before leaving. Her enthusiasm for the bath was palpable.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Tuesday August 15th, 2023 9:19:09 AM
Ash, even though full, eats all the offerings food. Not wanting to be rude wins out over being full.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday August 15th, 2023 9:46:50 AM
Drack returns Royka’s hug, and thanks her for a lovely evening. After she says she will look him up the next time she was in town, he responds. “Please do. I will look forward to seeing you in the future.”
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 Tuesday August 15th, 2023 11:20:46 AM
Mole reciprocates the affection from the dwarven women with hugs and again thanks them for the memories. If able, he spends the rest of the night talking to the women. If so, a different aspect of the dwarf shows. He is more talkative and seems happy compared to his normal stoic demeanor.
When the evening ends, he bids then good night before heading out to walk the town.
(OOC- Since having the Ring of Sustenance, he typically spends most of the night up and then finds a place in the woods to rest. He takes earth elemental form while sleeping for his two hours and wakes shortly before dawn. At sunrise, he meditates before coming into town.)
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday August 15th, 2023 4:34:32 PM
With Mortimer seeming at least to know where the group would start, Loryn lets the subject go and settles in for a night of people watching. The gnome enjoyed a good party, but unlike many of the other races, that enjoyment required little food or drink. Nursing a single drink or 1 snack throughout the night was not unusual for him.
The minstrel had already made a months tip and wages from what he'd seen handled out and so he refrained from adding to the pile.
Eventually the night was over and Loryn with a last smile and wave to Mole, good to see the dwarf feeling like he could be a dwarf, headed to his bed at Minerva's
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
DM-Jon - Some bedtime stories are true! Tuesday August 15th, 2023 8:22:57 PM Before the night was over:several of the party members, mainly those who ate during the feasting, again heard the tale of the "Sisters":This is a scary bedtime story to tell naughty children: A white witch married a mortal man. Their offspring were triplets, females, identical in all ways but their hair color. The story goes that this family had many happy years, but the triplets were naughty, which brought evil witches to their home. These evil witches killed the mother and father and took the triplets. Over time the triplets turned to evil. As they began to age, they prayed and searched for ways to maintain their youth. Gathering up naughty children, the Triplets would steal the children's life force, aging the children by 40 to 60 years.
Moral:Children should listen to their parents and not cause trouble, lest the Sister's come a'calling!
Several different people, mainly old-timers, share stories they have heard of the Sister's, and where they may reside.
Following these tales, everyone seems reluctant to speak further on locations or sightings, for fear of summoning the Sister's.
In the morning The minstrel sets off with his companions, the small cart they rode in on, now stuffed with food, and trinkets.
The caravan also packs up and heads out to their next destination.
Later in the day, Windhome's leaders seek out the party and invites them to dinner ... "Come dressed as you please, no formality's tonight."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=11 ; d20=7 ; Tuesday August 15th, 2023 9:48:53 PM
Manolo partakes in the feast and will eat and haves a sip of the mead and afterwards excuses himself to go to sleep .
He felt good after the dance and was in a cheerful mood the combination of alcohol and dance was intoxicating. . He hears the tale and it piques his interest.
It scared him, made him feel uneasy, ...and he didn't know why. He tries to listen to the conversations,the small talk perhaps there was something to calm him down He takes another few sips , with each sip he felt more dizzy and difficulty speaking. Staggering sometimes. ' definitely dizzy', he thinks/feels. If he sees anyone from the party he will ask for help. "I got a little bit drunk and I am ... scared, this tale is scary", he manages to say somehow as he struggles to walk in a straight line " I am afraid to sleep alone", he says , scared even more as he remembers now a tale Lanliss told him ago about powerful witches and the alcohol certainly didn't help with rational thinking
In the morning or noon or after noon. He wakes up, hangover and groggy... perhaps he woke up alone perhaps someone or something woke him up.
Local knowledge 20 ( while under the influence of alcohol) Dancing 7 (while under the influence)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Tuesday August 15th, 2023 10:11:17 PM
Gnubert sleeps hard and unfortunately misses the conversation about the sisters. The cleric wakes early, and spends the first hour in quiet contemplation before praying for his spells.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Tuesday August 15th, 2023 11:02:24 PM
Unwanted thoughts won't allow Mortimer to sleep that night; not a first anyway. He employed a good stiff drink, or three ... maybe four; he lost count, to help dull his senses. As he lays there waiting for the wash of spirits to overtake him, he chortles at the phrase 'stiff drink'.
A phrase with very old origins. There was an ancient practice of transporting a corpse in alcohol to keep it preserved for a later burial. Along the way, those who were burdened with insatiable cravings for a drink would sneak sips from the casket. The stiff's drink would satiate their thirst until they arrived at their journey's end. Isn't it weird that alcohol is also referred to as 'spirits'. How similar the words cask and casket are. Mortimer continues to chuckle.
He doesn't remember how he knows all this linguistic lore. However he can't help but feel these stories had served to inspire him at one time. How the stiff's drink could preserve you from time immemorial.
Morning slaps Mortimer soundly across the face. It was a rough start, he turns to his bottle on the night stand, but it appears he had emptied it during the night. It takes him most of the morning to gird his loins for the day. The invitation for dinner was a mixed blessing. He could definitely eat, but he knew this meal came with a request, a quest, or both.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Wednesday August 16th, 2023 4:21:19 AM
The message found Torryn again in the courtyard of the stables where Spot presently dwelled. Like some of her friends, she was apt to rising early. As well as tending to Spot, there were stretches to be completed. This habit had become ingrained now, but it was far from being a chore for her. Greeting the sun by exploring the capabilities of her body was always satisfying.
'No formality' Thought Torryn. The thought made her laugh. She didn't own anything even remotely 'formal'. Still, she could easily clean her boots and short dress. That dress was in fact, very short and in many ways more kin to a poncho than an actual dress, but it was ideal for dancing, in that it placed no restrictions on her movement. Sure, she showed a lot more leg than most in town (most being everyone else), but her ebullient nature and warm smile ensured she could dress so daringly without incurring too much malicious gossip.
Torryn decided that her new ribbon would be the perfect accompaniment to her wardrobe and wove it into a long, thin braid that fell down behind her in amongst the rest of her sparkling silvery mane. Dinner though, was some time off. She had plenty of opportunity to breakfast at Minerva's and see how her friends had fared after their likely late night festivities.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Wednesday August 16th, 2023 8:27:06 AM
Ash wakes up, and gets ready to watch the minstrels and caravan off. He grabs a couple cold slices, thinking to himself that the pizza is good in the morning for breakfast. Ash gives a hearty wave, before heading back.
"Anothet dinner, another quest" he mutters to himself later when invited to dinner.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+8=28 ; Wednesday August 16th, 2023 9:34:42 AM
Before the stories start, Drack pointedly asks Mortimer “do you know where this chapel is? Can you get us there?”
As the tales proceed, and it seems apparent that people are unwilling to speak of a location, Drack will attempt to use Diplomacy to get more information. (Diplomacy 28, nat 20)
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday August 16th, 2023 11:47:26 AM
Loryn smiles as he observes several in the company drinking far more than they should, but they were adults, at least human adults and so it was not his place. Besides, the mischeivous part of the gnome liked the idea that come tomorrow, they would be fun to poke and bang pots around.
Morning finds Loryn in the kitchen, a hot honey tea in hand and eggs and shredded potatoes in a pan with butter and ham. He was going to keep it simple.
After breakfast, he sees to his mount and spends the rest of the morning in the small garden along the southern side of Minerva's. Good rich dirt, turning the compost and a bit of weeding. Midday kicks off a stroll through town to get some fresh bread and cheese and a sack of apples.
"A dinner invitation? Im sure we would be delighted" Not formal was good. mostly as Loryn did not think most of the group didn't or rather couldn't do formal. For his part, Loryn casts Prestidigitation to clean up and freshen up. He also brings a bottle wine. "Politeness dictates you don't come to dinner empty handed."
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life d20+2=22 ; Wednesday August 16th, 2023 3:34:56 PM
To Drack's question, Mortimer answers ...
(Knowledge [Local]: 22, natural 20)
"Yeah, yeah I do!" he replies with confidence.
(ooc: I'm going to rely on the DM to fill in the local localities :)
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