DM-Jon - The Day After d100=88 ; Wednesday August 16th, 2023 4:39:05 PM
For Drack and Mortimer: Highlight to display spoiler: { The location of the Chapel seems to change by whom you ask. All of the answers contain it being in hills or mountains, but whether West, East, North, or South no one can pinpoint. The consensous is that the Chapel appears to those searching for it, or when it wants to be found. Mortimer knows that the location is close to the edge of the Red Hills, and that it has been many decades since it has "allowed itself" to be found. Mortimer also knows that it has many levels delving deeper into the ground, and that one or more are tied to another place, possibly that of Gargul}
In the morning, the party members who are out and about, notice that the mood of the village is still high, and that almost overnight the usually quiet children were beginning to form into groups and begin speaking to each other.
Manolo wakes to someone kissing him ... then it registers that they have bad breath and a larger than normal tongue. His eyes snap open and one of the local female dogs somehow was in bed with him, under the covers, and spooning with him.
Gnubert wakens early, and begins his day with meditation and contemplation before he begins praying for his spells
Loryn makes a tasty breakfast for himself, prior to heading out into the community where he spent time in the communal garden
Torry gets her braid and ribbon just the way she likes it after taking care of Spot, and then examines her garments. Some needed minor cleaning, and her dress, well no one has her style and grace to pull such an outfit off.
Ash mutters that a "quest" maybe thrown at the party tonight, while enjoying cold pizza for breakfast.
Mole pretty much does what Mole does, and after breakfast continues his stonework separate from the others [we can change this if need be]
The day passes uneventfully, when a young girl finds all the party members, "Oh, it is time for dinner, yummy yummy dinner."
Dinner is an interesting mix of fresh roasted and spiced lamb, with more trout which has been stuffed with onion, leeks, and garlic and then roasted. Again, a smattering of cooked and fresh vegetables are on hand. Hot tea, cold water, light sweet wine, and a local ale are on hand for drinks.
The three council members seem embarrassed when the party arrives, however, they make excellent hosts thanking the party for what they have done for the community recently.
About midway through dinner, the mayor wipes his chin after a long pull on his ale mug. "My friends, we have an issue, one that we hope you'd be willing to help us with..."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Wednesday August 16th, 2023 5:48:45 PM
Manolo wakes up with a hangover, surprised to see a dog in his bed. He mutters to himself "That was a strong alcohol".
At the dinner he will let the others to do the speaking for the time being.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Wednesday August 16th, 2023 10:43:28 PM
Gnubert quietly dresses after his prayers, and pulls his surcoat over his armor. The cleric packs his gear away carefully, and places his haversack on the bed. Gnubert treads softly down the stairs and proceeds to the kitchen where he makes himself a mug of tea, and peckishly eats breakfast.
Gnubert spends the day at the temple helping until supper
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Thursday August 17th, 2023 5:55:01 AM
Her dress was easily cleaned. Her minor magic that facilitated the mending of objects and the removal of imperfections was more than adaptable enough to remove the dirt from her dress. It would even correct any frayed edges. (Mending). So it was that Torryn arrived to dinner looking her very best; which was to say head-turningly attractive.
She sat quietly and ate, but not the lamb. By and large, she was not a meat eater. Fortunately there were more than enough vegetables and nuts to sate her. It probably helped too that she ate the least of any in their group. She simply didn't have a large appetite. To drink, she did try a glass of wine, but thereafter stuck with water. When the mayor mentioned needing their help, her head swivelled, looking for Drack. She knew he'd be delighted. She said nothing, but watched Drack and the others: they were such fun. She decided that it would be Drack that accepted the quest without even knowing what was going to be asked of them.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday August 17th, 2023 10:05:20 AM
Drack is displeased about the differences in locations, and can only hope that Mortimer can get them there. He had already gotten guidance from Domi once, and he didn't feel right asking for more. He will pray to Domi and then prepare for dinner.
Drack follows the others to dinner, knowing full well that the council wants something. He will have a good meal, but skip the alcohol. That is for after battle, and he had a feeling that one was coming. As the council starts to speak, and mentions an "issue" Drack is hoping that it will not take him away from hunting the witches. Their days need to end before any more children are killed.
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+7=16 Thursday August 17th, 2023 10:57:12 AM
Loryn enjoys a light sampling fare of everything available at dinner. Like Torry, he was not a big eater or drinker, but he loved sampling things. Knowing there was a request coming Loryn simply nods his attention when it begins. He had thought of what his response would be hours before and politely lets the mayor completely finish his thought and pauses for 2 seconds to let the thought sink in for all. Adventure and excitement was what he was looking for and so he was partially excited to learn what the Mayor may have on his mind.
"We are all ears good sir." he begins, "But before you tell of your tale, you should know we have a few other potential journeys before us that we feel we need to take as well." Diplomacy 16
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 Thursday August 17th, 2023 2:30:06 PM
Mole hears the councilmen's and it was Ash surmised. They wanted something.
DM-Jon - The Day After Thursday August 17th, 2023 2:31:14 PM
The Mayor stands, with a glass of wine in one hand, the other behind his back. ”In times past there was the Renewal Festival. It was during that time that people from near and far would gather to recharge the Dragon Sentinels. However, that festival is no more. As a way to expand our village, and skills, we created the ‘NameDay’ Festival. This is a yearly tradition, one where our children learn skills from adults that will help ease them into jobs or professions. These groups of adults take a group of children out into the wilderness for five nights, to teach them skills that can help them be selected by someone on “NameDay.” This time spent out in the wilds, gives the adults a chance to gauge which children are capable of starting this path, and which children need another year.”
After the Mayor takes a drink of his wine, he continues, ”My friends, I understand that you may have other quests you may be working on, however, as I said earlier, we have found ourselves in a bind. Typically, we send out three groups of adults and children. This year there are only enough “free” adults for two, thus, we were hoping you would take a group of children out to learn from you. There are two established training locations, however, this year we had a third location scouted, but it's in a semi-secluded area. The children in this group are a mix of very bright to not-so-bright, and all have strengths and weaknesses. What say you friends, can you help us with our issue?”
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Thursday August 17th, 2023 5:44:31 PM
"And there it was" Ash thought to himself when the jssue came up. His mind didn't get a chance to relax though, as his mouth started to hang more and more at the though of a group of kids being tutored in the woods by the heroes. He could barely take care of himself and his rat...so how did a group of kids fair.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Thursday August 17th, 2023 8:16:27 PM
"Gauging the kids might not be easy for me", Manolo simply says.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life d20+10=19 ; Thursday August 17th, 2023 11:03:57 PM
That wasn't exactly what Mortimer was expecting. Why would parents trust him with their youngin's? Knowing his luck with children, he'd end up with a right fine bastard! He's not worried that something could go terribly wrong; he's sure of it! This would definitely make a mess of all their hard-won, feel-good relations with the locals. Especially when they come back with a headless brat!
Of course, Mortimer doesn't voice any of these concerns, but his eyes might be screaming them. He tries his best to hide his alarming concerns (Bluff: 19).
"So, is there a lot of demand for the grave digging arts? Wouldn't that best be taught in a cemetery?"
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Friday August 18th, 2023 5:30:55 AM
Torryn held off replying, still watching Drack to see what he said. She felt sure that this was not what he was expecting. As for her, she was still very much a youngster herself. Were she fully human, she'd likely be measured to have roughly 17 years. Or perhaps she was being generous? 16 was likely nearer the mark. Clearly, they weren't asking her to be the responsible adult. Besides, what could she teach? There was, of course, dancing, but that was hardly the respectable profession that contributed to the productive expansion of a community, even if it did make people very happy.
Looking around further, she reasoned that Mole and Loryn would make excellent tutors. Both were patient enough to be good teachers and had skills to impart. It would be wise to smile and say nothing; at least until they and Drack had spoken. She really couldn't go far wrong with smiling.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Friday August 18th, 2023 10:08:57 AM
Drack frowned as the mayor laid out his request. He did not like having to pause the witch hunt in order to babysit children.
Drack takes a second to digest it, remembering that without the tutoring of others, he would not be nearly as proficient in combat as he was. "5 days you say. We were about to head out to hunt for evil witches. We can probably spare 5 days cant we Loryn? Not sure what we can teach them, but we can try. Will they have horses, or are we walking?"
"After the 5 days though, we will need to go take care of some foul business."
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Friday August 18th, 2023 12:04:46 PM
Gnubert listens to the mayor, and his mind drifts back in time some 30-40 years ago to his parents and their home. Gnubert smiles outwardly as the smell of the hearth and candles explodes over him. The gnome can hear his mother fussing over him lovingly as he moves from swords, to bows, to poetry, and finally to prayers. Gnubert begins to wonder if he would be able to Nature half as well, and only manages to drag himself back to the present when he hears Drack speak to Loryn. Gnubert waits for Loryn's reply.
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday August 18th, 2023 2:25:45 PM
Loryn is a bit surprised as well and he is also rather honored that the village would trust them with the most precious things of Windhorne, literally, the future. He gives a nodding agreement to Drack "Our time line is in a few months, a 5 day span is not so much at all"
Lory, having lived in the village for nearly 2 decades was familiar with the dat and had watched the send off in the past. Being a gnome and not having children, he certainly never thought he would participate.
"Not sure what the rest of you lot will be doing, but I will be trying to create the next great human chef. One of the last true callings, I'm sure you would agree. Besides. Ash and Manolo will need someone to cook for them going forward."
Loryn looks across the others with a smile
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 Friday August 18th, 2023 5:09:28 PM
“I, my friend, will teach combat to any willing to learn it. And of course speak of the wonder of Domi”
“Mayor, since it appears we are doing this, I will need a few wooden swords for any that wish to learn the martial arts.”
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=5 ; d20=10 ; Friday August 18th, 2023 8:24:30 PM
Manolo makes a note to apologize to Loryn,' Maybe Loryn will forgive us', he thinks for a moment about him and Ash.
"Were there any accidents or strange incidents in the past?", Manolo asks. He will try to gauge any manipulation of the truth, perhaps something they are not supposed to know?
Sense motive 13
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 Friday August 18th, 2023 10:16:32 PM
He looks around to the others to gauge their reactions. Most of them were just into their adult years. The only actual adults were him and the gnomes. He already considered himself a babysitter of sorts and it might be good experience for them.
There was a strange tingle in nose. He kept rubbing his nose as if he had a sneeze.
"I thinks we should do it." He says. "Also, I'm gonna suggest that all the groups camp together. We can give the kids the opportunity to learn more skills from the adults in all the groups."
DM-Jon - The Day After Friday August 18th, 2023 10:24:09 PM
Manolo's question seems to catch the Mayor off guard. "Oh, well, in the beginning yes, we did have some run in with goblins, and with the normal denizens of the region. Thus why we have two established areas that we visit when we can to prepare wood and to maintain so of the natural vegetables and flowers that grow in those locations. This year, we have a third area that we scouted out but haven't sued. That is where we were hoping you would take your wards. We have a map of the area, and it is but a full days walk to get there. We have a list of the children who asked to go with you all ... it's written down here, with a few comments upon the general nature of the children."
The List: Otto Sesk = Human male child - 10yo - says ‘uhhh’ lots. Works as stableboy, not bright, and a little lazy
Luka Sesk (Otto's brother) = Human male child - 10yo - Works at mill, not bright, very energetic
Celeste Dhihrem = human female child - 10yo - She's quiet. From a guard family, has been ignored at home, "She's always under our feet..."
Amber Thishuthath = human female child - 10yo - she's quiet. From refugee family from Crescent valley. Doesn’t really talk.
Foxxglove Brightleaf. Gnome male child - 25yo - he's very curious. From farming family, likes to play with herbs
Makaela Farrie. Half-elf female - 15yo, coy. Likes to flirt.
Mondo. Half-Orc male - 9yo. He's already strong. From caravaneer family, just got into the Keep
Dandila Forkbeard - Female Dwarf - 20yo. Around other races she's quiet and studious. Again, since she's a girl, and not a "big strong boy" her family reports that , "She's always under our feet..."
The children will be provided a bedroll, a small work knife, and a small sack with spare clothes and nick-knacks
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Saturday August 19th, 2023 7:20:29 AM
Torryn took note that half of the children were girls. It was therefore, likely a good thing that as the only female in the Argentium, she'd be present. Still, the notes were hardly inspiring. She expected that Makaela would take to dancing readily enough. As to the others, she was disinclined to make assumptions. For instance, perhaps Otto was perceived as 'lazy' because he didn't really like horses and would rather do something else. No doubt, their quirks and personalities would surface readily enough once away from their usual surroundings. One thing she did know, was that Spot would be coming along. She'd enjoy the walk and could carry lots. Torryn wouldn't be riding. That seemed inappropriate given that the children wouldn't be.
It was still strange to think of herself as 'all grown up', albeit she was fairly sure that Mole, Loryn and Gnubert didn't see her that way. Regardless, she was now expected to guide some folk, younger than her, along the right path. Maybe it would be fun. She resolved that it would be. There was no way that she was going to be a stuffy, old tutor!
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Sunday August 20th, 2023 8:15:21 PM
Gnubert looks over to the mayor, "I can teach them about heaing, the Gods, and how to understand why body language, tone of voice, and inflection are important." The cleric looks over the list and shudders a bit inside. His parents were supportive, even when disappointed in Gnubert's choices, and allowed him to explore options until he found his place.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:58/42. false life Sunday August 20th, 2023 9:14:38 PM
Mortimer sighs slightly after hearing Gnubert and Drack (thricely), that maybe something other than grave digging he could teach these children. It's possible that one of these hellions are misfits, touched by madness, feeling a desire to steal everything not nailed dow...! Mortimer's thought is suddenly interrupted by a faint wheezing from the shadows. He turns his head left and right to find the source. Seeing nothing, he mutters in a low, aggravated tone, "I can hear you breathing!"
------------------ Back behind the veil, beyond the Living Wold, in a place unknown, called the 'In Betwixt'. A group of ancestral Margraves listen in on the dinner attended by Mortimer. Among them Lord Ambrose, Agrippina, Murdoch, Mortdecai and others. With annoyance, they all turn to face Mortdecai.
Mortdecai shrugs and apologizes, 'sorry! in life i was a persistent mouth breather.'
'why must you now,' asks Agrippina?
Mortdecai replies, 'i suppose now it's a whimsy.' ------------------
Mortimer continues on with his thought ... or haunted by a family bloodline. If he can help these kids find ways to embrace their curses. With a little luck, he could introduce them to Wardd.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Monday August 21st, 2023 12:00:21 AM
"Um... with the time constraints, I can teach them how to feed a rat. "
"I feel like you all have a lot cooler things to teach."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Monday August 21st, 2023 9:51:27 AM
Drack read the list, contemplating which of them might feel inclined to learn to fight. As soon as the meeting was over, he planned to pick up a few wooden swords for them to practice with if they wished to learn.
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday August 21st, 2023 11:15:48 AM
Loryn lets the others take a first look at the list, figuring there would be some time this evening and such to get a good look and some resemblance of a game plan together. He glances at Ash with a smile, "No one is learning overly much in 5 days. This is a more like, what interests might you have beyond the confines of your family. You got all kinds of learned stuff in that head of yours. Heck, most of them probably can't read."
With a pursed lip, Loryn has a thought and directs it back to the mayor, "So this place we're heading to is new and has an overabundance of no supplies or prep work done? I need some basics on information. Situation on shelter, water source, firewood stocked, bedrolls and blankets, food."
To his friends, " Name Day is right around the corner, but if we can make a run out and back by horse and lizard, perhaps we can spend 1 day getting a eye on lay of land."
Loryn starts doing a mental calendar check on when Name Day is exactly.
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 - DAY 1 Monday August 21st, 2023 5:08:55 PM
The party has been provided a map to their camping spot. They are provided 5 3-person tents. There is firewood stored and a fire pit dug, but that's about it.
Just to reiterate: The children will be provided a bedroll, a small work knife, and a small sack with spare clothes and nick-knacks
A few hours out of town, and the kids begin asking if they can take a break. Foxxglove and Celeste, well Foxxglove asks, "Can we look at those plants over there, I think they are wild carrots." Celeste just seems to be shadowing the gnome boy
OOC: Whoever is the party leader, or has the highest ... Survial Check DC 15 If make it Highlight to display spoiler: { "You arrive with an hour of daylight left on the horizon" [/spolier] If you fail [spolier] "You arrive in the dark, and the children are all whiny, tired, and a little scared of the dark." }
Makaela, seems to have taken a fancy to Drack, and will try to pry him for personal information ... like what does he look for in girls, "I mean women."
Dandila gravitates to Mortimer, prodding him with questions on "Why do you look so glum?"
Amber gravitates to Torry, and in a slight whisper says, "I like your hair and ribbon."
Ash, Mole, Manolo, Loryn, and Gnubert all get hammered with either questions, or general "young folk" talk of frogs, mud, hating taking a bath, etc by the remaining boys: Mondo, Luka, and Otto
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Monday August 21st, 2023 6:27:07 PM
Ash pulls out Oslo. " Would you like to meet a friend kf mine. His name is Oslo, and we have a connection do to my magic. "
Ash offers Oslo to anyone who wants to hold him, while also giving them some snacks for the rat.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Monday August 21st, 2023 7:42:29 PM
Gnubert has no working knowledge of survival, after all he places his survival in the Gods, and accepts their direction. The gnome listens to the yammering of the boys, answering questions as quickly as he can, "yes frogs are very interesting, no mud does not belomg in your bed, showers are very important, for instance...no stop that we are going this way, because we are following Lorry, and Drack. No, I will not carry your pack for you. Yes, you are strong enough..." Gnubert makes a mental note to send a letter to his parents, and apologize for any instances he might have behaved like these boys.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=17 ; Monday August 21st, 2023 8:27:08 PM
Manolo tries to gauge the group that troubles them.
Sense Motive
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 d20+15=17 ; d20+13=21 ; Monday August 21st, 2023 10:10:44 PM
Mole, while not the party leader, keeps the groups pace so that they arrive before dark. (Survival DC17)
Mole entertains the kids questions as much as he know about their inquiry. He has no problems talking about anything earth related (mud, dirt, rocks, baths, etc.) He too doesn't like baths and tells then the story of how he got his name, Mole, since he doesn't really smell of earth as much since spending most of his time in the town.
He will show then a couple of the sculptures he has been working on while they walk.
Perception DC21
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 d20=10 ; Tuesday August 22nd, 2023 5:00:44 AM
"Come on, Amber, let's go see if that is a carrot." Torryn said excitedly as if they were off to find gold. She duly skipped across to find the plant in question. Kneeling down, she looked at it quizzically.
"Don't tell anyone, but I'm really not very good at this." she added conspiratorially, but still with a broad smile. (Survival 11; so it looks like a carrot to Torryn.) She grabbed the plant and pulled it up to get a better look.
"Hmm, what do you think, Amber? Is that carroty enough?"
Once back with Spot and following the others she told Amber that she should grow her hair long. It was lovely hair and there'd be plenty of time for short hair when she was old - which wouldn't be for AGES! Torryn then darted away to start a game of "it" with the children: tagging any she could get near, telling them "You're It!" and darting gracefully away. This does nothing to instil any form of order but does at least stem most of the flow of questions.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20=9 ; Tuesday August 22nd, 2023 9:35:47 AM
Drack picks up a couple wooden swords before leaving town, in case there were any aspiring warriors among the group.
As Makaela takes an interest him, he will respond as best he can. "I'm not really sure Makaela. i've spent most my life fighting and had no time for love. I suppose as far as I know, it would be someone tough and could take care of herself if the situation arrived, but yet could have fun when the time called for it. I'm not sure I will ever find out though, because I have pledged my life to Domi."
As the group contiues on, Drack knows little of survival, (check 9). And leaves the leading to those who know better, trusting his friends to find the way.
When Torry starts lightheartedly running around with the children, acting as if she were still one herself, he instantly frowned. It only took a few moments for the frown to turn to a smile as he watched them frolick and enjoy life. He will keep walking and and stay as alert as possible as they move along until one of his friends informs everyone that they have arrived.
"We need a watch Loryn. Ill take the middle of the night to help the spellcasters get their rest."
Drack will return to wearing his armor to sleep, and using a lay hands in the morning to remove the fatigue.
Lay hands: 8/8 Spells: Divine Favor Bless
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday August 22nd, 2023 12:11:07 PM
Loryn leaves the pace setting and navigation to Mole. The dwarf knew his way around the outdoors and would have them there before dark. For Mondo, Luka and Otto, Loryn just tries to keep the cats pointed in the right direction and up with the pace set by Mole. Topics of frogs, mud and whatever else generally comes up is met with a smile and good natured chuckle from the gnome. Curious questions are just fine with him. on the subject of baths Loryn responds that keeping fairly clean is a good habit, whether by bath or Casts Prestidigitation"By magic young ones" and Loryn promptly touches Otto and makes him clean.
Camp...Get tents up and ask the kids to divide into pairs. "Everyone, pick a camp buddy and you will go everywhere with your buddy. No one wanders alone to feed the bears" Loryn lets the children pick pals and aims them into tents. to situate themselves for a few. "Agreed Drack, lets go standard http://www.woldiangames.com/Woldipedia/index.php/Bearclaw_Keep#Standard_Nightly_Watch Drack you have 2 with Mole, Ill take 3 with Gnubert, Torrynashkabbeth and Manolo have 1 and Ash and Mortimer can take 4"
Loryn gets set to fire and cooking
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+10=13 ; Tuesday August 22nd, 2023 7:53:30 PM "Glum," Mortimer replies with a puzzled expression; in response to Dandila's question. "Do I 'ave a resting gloomy face? Hmph, maybe you can show me a better face; try and match it, I will." If Dandila gives him a goofy or smiley face, he will pretend to attempt a similar expression with difficulty (Bluff: 13).
Mortimer tries his best to give the most innocuous answers. He doesn't want to scar the child for life. He's sure her parents want her returned in the same condition.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:42/42. d20=7 ; Tuesday August 22nd, 2023 7:54:32 PM
(Survival: 7. Correcting hit points in name bar)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Tuesday August 22nd, 2023 11:21:30 PM
"Me and Mortimer... " Ash says to Loryn. " Splendid... Oslo won't be the palest thing to sleep in the tent for once. "
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 d20+13=17 ; Tuesday August 22nd, 2023 11:27:54 PM
Because of his ring, Mole spends the night awake tending the fire, when not on watch, and sleeps his two hours and is awake before dawn.
Perception DC17
DM-Jon - DAY 1 Tuesday August 22nd, 2023 11:48:00 PM
OOC: I'm gonna be in Seattle until Monday ... i am taking my laptop with me, so I'm hoping to get my posts done on time
IC: Celeste and Amber both show interest in meeting Oslo once Ash presents him. The girls are heard murmuring about how soft his nose, paws, and ears are
When Drack doesn't respond to Makaela the way she intended, she pouts some, and gives him monosyllable answers
Mondo, Luka, and Otto all grimace when told that Loryn bathes ... Mondo even shivers a litter. At the mention of using magic and then seeing Loryn clean Oslo up, all three are eager to learn more, "Teach us that trick so "my" mother stops drowning me in the tub!!!" all three say in unison as though they had practiced it
Dandila does offer a smiling face to Mortimer, and then tries the rest of the day to make him smile and even laugh, if she can
Torry eventually is able to get all the kids involved in her game of "It," although Mondo gives out first, and wanders close to Mole ... he looks at him, and then around, "You don't say much do you? I don't either, well at times..."
CAMP: this area was already a glade, with a small stream running through one side. The fire pit has been dug and constructed by someone who knows their craft. There is also a good 2 weeks worth of wood and kindling stacked close at hand. The ground has been cleared, somewhat, the grasses and most of the sticks and rocks removed to make setting up tents easier.
The children are excited once they get to camp, and then they turn glum when they realize they have to help. They get excited again with dinner, and breaking into groups turns into another game of "It" as the girls all want to bed with Torry, and the boys seem to gravitate towards Ash and his rat, and when Otto and Luka hear that Drack brought swords, they both almost dog pile him wanting to use them on each other
All the boys seem to avoid Loryn, for fear he may 'bathe them'
Mondo attempts to stay up with Mole...whom the Half-Orc seems to find fascinating
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Wednesday August 23rd, 2023 5:38:45 AM
Torryn quickly changed the rules of "It". Now it had to be played in silence. The first to speak was out of the game: out and threatened with latrine digging. It having been a long and exciting day for the children, Torryn did not expect them to stay awake long. Once they'd had their fill of running, she took the girls off upstream to wash and prepare for bed. Like Loryn, she 'cheated' and used her minor magic too, to clean dusty clothes and dry wet hair (Mending).
During her watch she practiced her 'dance steps' and then stretched extensively and impressively before settling down in the lotus position to focus her senses that she might undertake the remainder of her watch with greater efficacy, having relied totally on Manolo whilst she went through her training regimen.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Wednesday August 23rd, 2023 9:30:52 AM
Drack just shrugs as Makaela gets pouty, and continues walking and watching. Drack is glad that Torry brought her horse in case anything happened, someone could get back fast.
When Otto and Luka show great interest in swordplay, Drack simply says "Tomorrow, if you wish, I will get out the swords, and try to teach you some of what i have learned in combat. There will be rules. First being that in practice, you never swing at the opponents head. Everything else can be healed. Tonight though boys, we set up camp, get some food and get some sleep. When the sun comes up is when our day starts tomorrow."
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+5=8 ; Wednesday August 23rd, 2023 12:38:04 PM
Loryn nods to Mole, He'd forgotten about that wondrous ring of his and doubly forgot to get one himself. The camp seemed good, fire going and plenty of wood. When he gets the chance after the children are in various stages of sleeping, he talks to Mole, "Ive been thinking that some basic survival skills would be just about the best thing for all of them to learn,. Tending a fire, plants to avoid, some direction sense and to that affect, I think you should discuss things each morning over breakfast. Give them some things to loook out for and such and then over dinner fire ask about their observations."
Loryn settles in on watch, his gnomish eyesight pushing further into the dark with the aid of the firelight Perception 7 eww
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+12=27 ; d20+10=17 ; Wednesday August 23rd, 2023 3:57:00 PM
Manolo laughs as he sees the group. 'I am not cut for this', he thinks and runs away from some of the duties by hiding and exploring the place.
Stealth 27 Perception 17
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Wednesday August 23rd, 2023 7:20:31 PM
Gnubert helps where he can around the camp. The cleric knows this is not his forte, and tries to set the example by helping, and asking questions about setting, and starting a fire, cooking over a fire, and the like. Gnubert takes the time to pray to the gods, and when the girls go upstream he ensures no one follows, and stays within yelling distance.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 Wednesday August 23rd, 2023 9:54:08 PM
Mole looks at the child. "No, I don't say much. Just when I have something to say. Observation...watching and listening to what's happening allows me to say things that important and allow me to add my wisdom to the conversation when needed. It is the same for anything you do. Watching and listening to your surroundings can help prevent you from getting yourself into a bad situation."
"That's a good idea." He says to Loryn. During the night, he will come up with a few things to discuss and bounce the ideas off of the others during the watches.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Wednesday August 23rd, 2023 11:32:32 PM
"I agree Loryn, but my survival skills are more book based and little practical. Is any of us a naturalist? " Ash asks while looking around at the others.
DM-Jon - DAY 1 Wednesday August 23rd, 2023 11:39:49 PM
The night passes uneventfully (? - my brain says that wrong somehow) ... with some minor groans of "there's rocks under my bedroll" "he kicked me" "it's too hot" "it's too cold" etc
For Manolo Highlight to display spoiler: { You sneak around with only your friends the wiser, well the ones paying attention to you...you can tell that several people have been here recently, adult size fett, and you can see where they removed bushes, plants, and cut wood. As you move further out, like 100" away from the fire ... you see some markings on a tree that look fresh. Whatever the markings mean is beyond your knowledge.}
Morning: The kids all groan and moan about how bad they slept (although the amount of snoring would prove otherwise) and once they are dressed, are all wondering what's for breakfast...
OOC: This is what Steven and I came up with for Day 2, and y'all can RP what you'd like to do - "PCs can teach during the day about any Know skill, Survival, or anything that the PCs can reasonably come up with while being awake all day."
OOC2: Just finished packing for tomorrow and had a thought. DC for the kids learning stuff will range from 10 to 15 depending on the difficulty of the task. I know my kids could beat me at Playstation 2 games around that age ... and they knew how to spot marion berry plants, and avoid hornet nests and poison oak
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Thursday August 24th, 2023 7:10:26 AM
Torryn arose early, as was her custom. She stretched and then undertook her regimen of 'dance moves'. All this before breakfast and before the children had stirred from their bedrolls. After breakfast she attended to Spot and invited those interested to help.
(Handle Animal: Basic)
There was even some riding, albeit simply being led slowly by the reins. Spot was BIG. It was a long way up off the ground when seated on her back! That alone could prove a daunting task for some, yet exciting for others.
Once breakfast was fully digested Torryn offered gymnastic-acrobatic training. However, this being Torryn, it wasn't s formulaic listen and copy. She got the children in a circle, and bade them clap and stamp in a rhythm whilst she and each child in turn undertook various simple moves. Thus it was more kin to capoeira than gymnastics. Simple rolls and breakfalls were the focus. The dynamic hands-free cartwheels and flick-flacks were for demonstration only.
Later after dinner, she sat cross-legged and imparted some knowledge of the triumvirate of gods that helped a Sacred Dancer hone her talents and not only see, but protect the beauty of the world: Flower, Kevintar and Eberyon.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+8=11 ; d20+7=14 ; Thursday August 24th, 2023 10:52:24 AM
Drack will oblige the boys that showed an interest in swords, and do his best to teach them as he was taught. making sure that there are no shots to the head or simply trying to hurt each other. He wants to try and teach them the art of warfare. Assuming they tire out after a couple hours, he will try and teach any interested how to handle a horse if Torry is ok with spot being used for a lesson.(handle animal 11). Other than that, he will try and teach about watching, listening, and paying attention to your surroundings. Always head up and looking around you at all that is taking place. (perception 14)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday August 24th, 2023 10:52:57 AM
Lay hands: 7/8 Spells: Divine Favor Bless
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday August 24th, 2023 3:22:09 PM
The night passes and Loryn heads to bed after his watch. He didn't mind bedrolls, but he preferred beds. Preferably, the big soft feather filled kind with pillows surrounded by walls and a roof over it. He would make do. Morning arrives and Loryn gets up a bit after sunrise to stoke up the fire and start breakfast. He purposefully does not get too far along to wait for the kids. As they emerge he takes a sip of hot tea and calls out, "Who likes to eat? A large grin on his face as they come running to find nothing ready but a lesson in learning to cook.
Loryn keeps the lesson very basic, he could build on concepts at each breakfast and dinner of the week, so nothing more today than what a good cooking fire looks like and what some good options are to cook. After breakfast, those who may have lacked in participation or attention during the cooking lesson, get hands on lesson of cleaning up. Couple big pots of water, soak, soap, rinse
The rest of the morning, Loryn lounges by the stream. For the afternoon, he sets prep for dinner and helps wrangle kids for any of the others that could use assistance
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 d20+11=23 ; Thursday August 24th, 2023 4:56:28 PM
Ash wakes as early as possible, figuring sleep will be a rare commodity, and just to make use of the time. He relaxes his mind, and meditates before studying his spellbook.
He eats his breakfast with the others. When given a chance of teaching, Ash decides the best route is to teach the children of the woods themselves.
" Remember kids, knowledge is power and the dumb die young"
He'll explain different plants, poisonous ones, any animals or tracks they come around.
Knowledge Nature 23
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 d20+13=31 ; Thursday August 24th, 2023 7:15:37 PM
Gnubert watches his friends teach, and prepare to teach. When it is his turn he takes a moment, "Your senses are just as an important tool as a sword, or magical spell. For instance by taking a moment and studying a person you can tell whether they have a weapon hidden on thier person, or whether a door may be locked. Careful studying of a target, be it a person, or thing may save your very life." Perception DC 31
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:42/42. d20+14=30 ; d20+14=29 ; d20+14=17 ; Thursday August 24th, 2023 9:19:18 PM
(ooc: sorry for the lack luster posting this week. just wore out from work. hell month continues.)
Mortimer immediately rises like the dead when the magical words, "who likes to eat," are spoken. Otherwise not a sound or audible breath is heard from him during the night. Even sleeping in his chain shirt does nothing to fatigue him. He's been mistaken for dead on more than few occasions. That was a rough morning, waking up in the city dump, he thinks.
When trying to decide what he could teach the youngin's, Torryn had already started teaching lessons in acrobatics, his best skill. No one can dodge, duck, dip, dive and dodge like the ultimate dodger. Not to mention jump, jolt, jerk, jog and jump. Of course, he had other skills, but he doesn't believe the parents would be too pleased if he taught those.
He listens in on Torryn's lessons and attempts a few maneuvers himself. (Acrobatics: 30, 29 and 17)
DM-Jon - DAY 1 d20=15 ; d20=20 ; d20=1 ; d20=1 ; d20=16 ; d20=16 ; d20=12 ; d20=14 ; d20=13 ; d20=5 ; d20=17 ; d20=13 ; d20=18 ; d20=15 ; d20=14 ; d20=14 ; d20=13 ; d20=8 ; d20=11 ; d20=18 ; d20=19 ; d20=6 ; d20=10 ; d20=1 ; d20=7 ; d20=17 ; d20=8 ; d20=7 ; d20=18 ; d20=19 ; d20=19 ; d20=8 ; d20=6 ; d20=12 ; d20=3 ; d20=17 ; d20=11 ; d20=9 ; d20=4 ; d20=11 ; d20=18 ; d20=8 ; d20=16 ; d20=13 ; Thursday August 24th, 2023 11:21:33 PM
OOC: Ryan reminded me today that I should be sending out an email when I post ... I'll figure out how to get that going ... I'm sure I can mug some computer guru to help me ... that or I can use my Necronomicon to summon one
IC: Torry is surprised when Otto and Luka both show signs of understanding dancing ... Luka's moves are more like a monk than a mill worker
Celeste and Amber both fail miserably at dancing, but are very exuberant nonetheless, Foxxglove and Makela seem to grasp the basics as well, Mondo's moves are more martial in style, like he is following a kata in his head, and Dandila smiles as she and Torry dance together
Drack's lessons show that Otto, Fixxglove, and Mondo all show minor skills with a "blade"
Loryn's impromptu class ends up with all the children showing some small skill with cooking, or at least making sure the food doesn't burn. Of all of them Mondo is the one who is the least skilled.
Ash's class draws the attention of all the children... Otto & Makela seem to know some plants already (mainly ones that can be used for meals), Celeste understands what Ash is saying, but would rather watch butterflies flitting around the glade
Gnubert's group is an interesting one, Otto, Luka, Celeste, Makaela, and Dandila seem to catch on quick about observing whats going on around them ... the others, well, not so good
Foxxglove, Mondo, and Dandila seem to grasp what Mortimer teaches them, the others, not so well ...
of all the children, Celeste and Otto are the only ones who end up with bumps and bruises that will leave marks ...
By dinner time, the children are all tired, but express interest and thanks for what the party has shown them ...
OOC: this is the nighttime schedule correct:
20:00 - 22:00 : 1.Drack - 2.Torryn
22:00 - 01:00 : 4.Loryn - 3.Gnubert
01:00 - 04:00 : 5.Mortimer - 6.Ash
04:00 - 07:00 : 7.Mole - 8.Manolo
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:18 F10: R:11 W:13 Friday August 25th, 2023 5:24:21 AM
OOC: The night schedule is different from that which you list. I know that Drack prefers a middle watch so that spellcasters can recoup their spells.
Torryn too, had enjoyed her day. It felt good to be out of town and see the beauty of the wilderness, albeit they really weren't that far from town. She idly wondered why moths might come visit the camp later as she indulged in more languorous stretching.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Friday August 25th, 2023 10:13:29 AM
Drack will do his best to teach the children what he can, and will take the 1-4 watch to allow the spellcasters to rest and regain spells
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=20 ; Friday August 25th, 2023 8:25:01 PM
At night when everyone gathers. Manolo shares his findings, trying not to feel guilty. "I was wondering around the other day.....and I think someone was here before...maybe a group ? Recently?", Manolo says after a pause. Manolo takes whatever he has in hand and tries to draw the mark he saw. "I saw this markings on a tree. Looks like something you folks recognize?"
d20= Natural 20 (if needed)
DM-Jon - Night 2 Friday August 25th, 2023 11:55:36 PM
Assuming that Loryn and Gnubert are on shift between 2200 & 0100: Perception Check DC 15. For anyone else who is meditating or relaxing during this time frame same DC check.
If you make it Highlight to display spoiler: { You hear multiple beings moving around the camp - past the point where the campfire light goes out to}
If you fail: Highlight to display spoiler: { You had a good day, and a hot meal, and your bedroll is calling your name }
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Saturday August 26th, 2023 8:27:17 AM
Manolo sleeps well.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 d20+6=10 ; Saturday August 26th, 2023 9:39:21 AM
Ash relaxes for a bit, before heading to bed.
Torryn would be abed having taken the first watch. Of course Spot will likely remain somewhat alert as it pays to when you are a horse - even a big one like Spot.
(Spot got 3! Spot is tired and snoozing :)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 d20+13=14 ; Sunday August 27th, 2023 6:26:37 PM
Gnubert does his best to watch but a long day of teaching kids, and working in the forest have exhausted the poor gnome. (Perception DC 14) The cleric hears, and sees nothing during his watch.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Monday August 28th, 2023 11:03:48 AM
Drack heads to bed, sleeping in his armor as usual. He awaits the wake up at 0100hrs to take his watch
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+4=21 ; d20+12=32 ; Monday August 28th, 2023 11:51:55 AM
Night settles in and Loryn takes his watch with a wave to Gnubert and tossing another log onto the fire. Later, the gnome picks up on some movement beyond the fire light and his enhanced low light vision as well.. Under the pretense of adding another log to the fire, Loryn moves nearer to Gnubert. "About time to wake the next shift." And quickly adding much quieter, "I think we have some company moving about."
Loryn casually heads over to Drack's tent and quickly pokes his head in, "You're turn"...."we got company, be ready"
Perception 21 Nonchalant adding of log and waking DrackBluff 32
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 Monday August 28th, 2023 12:43:51 PM
Drack wakes up at the poke on his head, and grabs the rest of his gear. He will then walk outside to stand by the fire and wait for what is coming.
Mortimer finds himself in the dark, wandering the halls of a vast interior space. These corridors seem familiar but he can't place it. He enters the next door he comes to. The room is a grand library. The walls are covered with shelves laden with all sorts of dusty tomes. He takes the first book he finds resting on a table. He leather binding feels odd to the touch. The title, written in High Woldian, reads, 'Forbidden Rites.' He immediately stuffs it into his haversack. Should be worth a pretty copper, he thinks. There's another ... this one is titled, 'Grimorium Verum'. A wicked smile stretches across his face. He immediately stores it away as well.
While he sleeps on his bedroll, Mortimer smiles.
DM-Jon - Night 2 Tuesday August 29th, 2023 1:53:09 AM
OOC: Sorry guys - I got home about an hour ago, instead of around 8pm my time. We sat on the plane at SeaTac for over an hour while another plane had to be fixed and then had to take off before us ... UGH
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+7=11 ; Tuesday August 29th, 2023 10:35:19 AM
Drack stands a little away from the fire to preserve his low light vision, and watches the darkness to see if he can pick up what Loryn did. (perception 11)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Tuesday August 29th, 2023 6:30:53 PM
Ash cracks his neck, back and knuckles before finally making it to bed.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Tuesday August 29th, 2023 7:41:14 PM
Manolo sleeps well.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:42/42. Tuesday August 29th, 2023 9:36:29 PM
After gathering an assortment of questionable reading material from the dreamy library, Mortimer looks for a dark place and begins to explore the pages. After a few words of power, his eyes go black with darkvision. He starts with the flesh-covered grimoire and he quickly learns that only the hands of a shadow can open the book and turn its pages. The words he reads causes his jaw to hang slack. -----------------------
The slumbering Mortimer reaches for his blanket and covers himself. His breath becomes frosty.
DM-Jon - Night 2 Tuesday August 29th, 2023 11:44:50 PM Map
So here's one of my "famous" maps ... if y'all wanna place yourselves on it (if it will let you, it should) then we can get the ball rolling ...
Loryn has already guessed that someone/something is just out of sight in the woods to the East ...
3 arrows come flying out of that area and slam into the ground by the fire
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Wednesday August 30th, 2023 10:25:12 AM
(Drack should be on the map)
"Everyone up. We have incoming. Someone keep an eye on kids and their tents. they are our main responsibility. Youngsters stay in your tents" Drack yells out.
without being able to see the threat, he deems running off in the darkness foolish, and takes what cover he can nearby, while still keeping his eyes searching the darkness.
Lay hands: 8/8 Spells: Divine Favor Bless
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+7=22 ; Wednesday August 30th, 2023 10:25:56 AM
perception check 22
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday August 30th, 2023 10:40:00 AM
Loryn instinctively ducks as the arrows strike. Were they aimed better, he would have certainly been hit.
Loryns points to the east and conjures a string of Dancing Lights 4 yellow lanterns wink into existence 60' to the east of the gnome
At the cry of alarm Torryn rolled out of bed and immediately summoned her Fey Armour. She had yet to dress, but was now wreathed by fluttering ghostly leaves; leaves whose edges seemed to sparkle with electricity occasionally as they wove hypnotic patterns around her.
(Mage Armour)
She then scrambled into her boots and her short dress that she belted in place. It seemed to take an age, but was a fraction of the time that it would take some, particularly those that relied on armour. Luckily her ribbon was still in place, braided as it was, into her hair.
(OOC: Torryn won't emerge this round. She's actually putting some (minimal) clothing)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=5 ; Wednesday August 30th, 2023 7:34:28 PM
'I smell fire', Manolo think as he slowly wakes up. "Gragul", Manolo says as he wakes up fully. "The kids", He says he wears his light armor and takes his short sword leaving all the ranged weapons and other stuff near his tent. He awaits to see who is going to protect the kids, if no one volunteers he will protect the kids. Shouting them, "We are being attacked stay near by your tent ! , be ready for a possible SKIRMISH !"
Perception 15
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 d20+13=31 ; Wednesday August 30th, 2023 7:43:04 PM
Gnubert stirs at Drack's yelled warning. The cleric realizes pulling on his armor while under attack is a bad idea, and grabs his mace. Gnubert peaks his head outside of the tent, "Kids stay in the tents, and for the Gods sake don't try and help!" Gnubert fully steps out, and looks around in the direction of the dancing lights (Perception DC 31) in an attempt to find the attackers.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:42/42. shield+4 d20+4=10 ; Wednesday August 30th, 2023 8:46:46 PM
From his dream, Mortimer continues to read the tome bound in humanoid leather, he pauses at the echoey sound of Drack's voice calling out in the distance. As the book closes with a thud, Mortimer's eyes open in the Living Wold. He immediately casts a defensive spell. The shadows coalesce around him to form a protective shield.
He grabs his mithral sickle next to his bed and peeks out of the opening of the tent (with the remainder of his movement. Perception: 10.)
(ooc: not sure which tent Mortimer is in.)
DM-Jon - Night 2 Wednesday August 30th, 2023 9:54:54 PM
Loryn dives and creates four floating lights ... as they appear they reveal four gnarly looking dogs on leashes ...
Drack spots that there are goblins holding onto those leashes, each with a bow in their off hand
Torry is making herself more presentable for all, I mean I can't imagine she's getting all gussied up for goblins
For the rest of the party: DC 15 WILL or Perception check - If you pass Highlight to display spoiler: { You wake up as your friends and some of the children cry out}
You shall not pass Highlight to display spoiler: { You blissfully remain in whatever dream you are enjoying, whether its long walks on the beach, or that cute barmaid that winked at you a few weeks ago}
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:42/42. d20+7=12 ; Wednesday August 30th, 2023 11:53:07 PM
(Will Save 12, fail! You forget who we are. You set the DC too high. lol)
Forget all about my previous post. Mortimer ignores Drack's distant cries and remains in the realm of shadows and dreams. He continues to read the grimoire he found. The rites and rituals described within its fleshy pages are vile, repulsive and ... blech! ... grotesque; he can't turn away. --------------
Mortimer continues his slumber with the appearance of a foul taste in his mouth.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 d20+6=22 ; Thursday August 31st, 2023 12:16:11 AM
Ash wakes up from the yelling. He grabs his wand and, and begins shaking Mortimer to wake him. Once Mortimer is awake, Ash strolls out into the campsite, straining his eyes to see the goblins Loryn lights up.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F10: R11 W:13 d20=5 ; Thursday August 31st, 2023 7:13:14 AM
Torryn, now almost ready could hear noises. (Perception 15) Others were stirring, as were the children. She shushed the girls in her tent and instructed them to make a 'den with their backpacks while she went out 'tell off' the nasty people that had disturbed their sleep.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday August 31st, 2023 9:11:03 AM
Drack will cast bless while having everyone in range, and then move closer to the goblins, but not charge out into them.
"Spellcasters, can you all throw some ranged stuff to make them want to come to me?"
"Keep an on our backs and flanks too, in case they come from multiple directions."
Lay hands: 8/8 Spells: Divine Favor Bless- cast
Active effects: bless, +1 on attacks and saves vs. fear
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday August 31st, 2023 10:17:35 AM
Loryn spies the goblins and the dogs and does not like the thought that there are more circling around, but right now he cannot do much about that. "I'll get 'em to move Drack" Loryn quickly gestures through a mildly intricate pattern and casts Stinking Cloud on the lot of them
A sickly green and yellow cloud of vapor roils about the goblins and dogs, spreading out 20' in all directions. The fog obscures all sight, including darkvision, beyond 5 feet, leaving nothing but the nauseated sounds of goblins and dogs to mark the creatures within.
Fort DC 19 Living creatures in the cloud become nauseated. This condition lasts as long as the creature is in the cloud and for 1d4+1 rounds after it leaves. (Roll separately for each nauseated character.) Any creature that succeeds on its save but remains in the cloud must continue to save each round on your turn
Drack is concerned about running into the trees by himself so asks Loryn for help in bringing the Gobbo's to him
Loryn (probably grinning) creates a cloud bank of noxious fumes (see map)
Mortimer's dream is interrupted by being shook, by Ash of all people ... with one word on his lips "TROUBLE"
Torry has the girl's make a nest to hide in/under, while Torry heads out to admonish those who woke everyone up
******************************************** Goblin 1: Failed Gobbo Dog 1: Failed Goblin 2 & Dog 2 saved Goblin 3: Failed Gobbo Dog 3: Failed Goblin 4: Failed Gobbo Dog 4: Saved Goblin 5: Failed Gobbo Dog 5: Failed Goblin 6: Failed Gobbo Dog 6: Failed Goblin 7: Failed Gobbo Dog 7: Failed Goblin 8 & Gobbo Dog 8 both saved
The one's that failed are puking their guts out, and wobbling around like drunken people The one's that saved move out of the cloud at shoot at Loryn ... the dogs make a break for Drack
The dogs miss biting Drack Loryn gets hit twice for a total of 4 damage
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 d20+13=18 ; d20+13=21 ; Soundburst Damage: d8=6 Thursday August 31st, 2023 7:31:24 PM
Gnubert stirs at Drack's yelled warning (Perception DC 18)The cleric grabs his mace. Gnubert peaks his head outside of the tent, "Kids stay in the tents, and for the Gods sake don't try and help!" Gnubert fully steps out and moves to AA 12. Gnubert sees the dogs attacking Drack and cast Soundburst centered at AH 14. The gnome looks around in the direction of the dancing lights (Perception DC 21) in an attempt to find the other attackers.
Soundburst: You blast an area with a tremendous cacophony. Every creature in the 10 foot radius burst takes 1d8 points of sonic damage and must succeed on a Fortitude (DC21) save to avoid being stunned for 1 round. Creatures that cannot hear are not stunned but are still damaged.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:42/42. d20+4=21 ; d20+14=33 ; d4+1=3 ; d4+1=4 ; d4+1=3 ; Thursday August 31st, 2023 9:32:32 PM
After being shook, Mortimer's eyes open wide and dart in Ash's direction. Upon hearing of trouble, a quick sniff to the air (Perception: 21) reveals the unmistakable odor. It causes him to grit his teeth and hiss, "Gobbiess!"
He grabs his mithral sickle, next to his bedroll, and tumbles acrobatically out of the tent and rolls onto his feet (Acrobatics: 33) with a single fluid movement. His uncanny endurance allows him to sleep in his chain shirt without becoming fatigued.
He spots Loryn being attacked and he immediately turns to face his attacker. He mutters a word or two of power, scoops up a handful of shadow and sends a volley of dark bolts at the goblin responsible.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 6d6=17 ; Thursday August 31st, 2023 9:54:07 PM
Ash aims his new toy at G8. "Apzay" and lets out a bolt. 17 dmg dc 18 for half
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 d20+13=28 ; Thursday August 31st, 2023 11:36:09 PM
Mole transforms into a small earth elemental and submerges underground moving towards G8.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F10: R11 W:13 Friday September 1st, 2023 7:46:59 AM
Torryn scooted out of her tent and surveying the scene quickly moved to stand besides Drack and aid him in his fight with the bestial dogs.
(OOC: I would say that this was a full move action; so it seems an attack in this round would not be permissible.)
Torryn needed no weapon to fight the hideous animal before her. She would her heel into its head. That's what she told herself, determinedly ignoring the fact that she'd forgotten to pick up her spear.
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 3d4+3=10 ; Friday September 1st, 2023 10:51:16 AM
Loryn visually tracks the goblins coming out of the cloud and winces as the pair of arrows slide across his shoulder and thigh. The Lightning Bolt from Ash, lights up the night with a flash and Loryn turns to concentrate on the other goblin. Loryn leaves the Lights where they are and moves up between the tens behind Drack and Torrynashkabbeth.
With another arcane gesture, Loryn sends a tight spread of Magic Missiles at G2 Dmg 10
(If you want to change the target for your MM, you can)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+12=24 ; d20+7=25 ; d20+7=23 ; d10+5=12 ; d10+5=13 ; d10+5=8 ; Friday September 1st, 2023 12:37:30 PM
Drack swings twice at GD7, hitting ac 24 on the first hit, and likely hitting critically with the second(25 and 23) Damage 12 on first hit and 21 on second if a crit. 13 if not.
"Manolo, get all the kids in one spot and protect them" Drack yells out during the fight.
Lay hands: 8/8 Spells: Divine Favor Bless- cast
Active effects: bless, +1 on attacks and saves vs. fear
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d6=6 ; d20=12 ; Friday September 1st, 2023 12:46:22 PM
Manolo wakes up....
DM-Jon - Night 2 Saturday September 2nd, 2023 12:00:50 AM
OMFG .... GRRRR .... 3rd time writing this post
Gnubert rolls out for combat and drops an explosion of sound on the two doggies - both yelp in pain, and one now moves like it's drunk
Mortimer, sickle in hand, and happy to be facing "GOBBIESS!" grabs at the shadows around him and launches several inky black bolts at G8 ... it drops squirming to the ground ... and then it stops moving
Ash tries his new "TOY" out on G2 ... who light's up like a yule tree and then drops smoking to the ground, no longer moving
Mole changes his shape and slips into the ground Highlight to display spoiler: { By this point G2 and G8 are dead. However, there are other enemies along the AM11 to AM19 line, at least at this point }
Torry, now presentable, dances her way up to Drack and gives the two dogs a good death stare
Drack cuts the two dogs in half, they smell worse on the inside than the outside by the way
Manolo wakes up with several people yelling, and what sounds like a battle ensuing, and with children both whimpering, and cheering on Manolo's friends
Out of the cloud of fumes stumbles several more foes,
GD1 - heads for Drack as his weapons are covered in blood and gore G6 tries to shoot at Torry, but misses
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F10: R11 W:13 d20=18 ; d6=4 ; Saturday September 2nd, 2023 4:08:02 AM
Torryn blinked in surprise. Drack had dispatched both creatures with astonishing speed. She was about to applaud his impressive efforts when an arrow shot past her ear. Turning she saw that the newly arrived goblin was surprisingly close to camp. Too close. That arrow might have hit one of the children! It might, but she felt it unlikely given the hasty defences put in place. Whatever the outcome, he wasn't going to be doing that again. She raced over to him, allowing Drack to take on the oncoming 'stinky-mutt'. She was definitely going to use her magic to clean up once this fight was over. Her thoughts were fleeting, as was often the case with Torryn; so they swiftly returned to the matter at hand: striking down the goblin.
She spun to slam the back of her fist into the side of his head.
(Hit AC: 26. 4 damage.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:42/42. d20+14=24 ; d20+10=16 ; d6=4 ; Saturday September 2nd, 2023 8:58:25 PM
Desiring a more visceral experience, Mortimer begins his charge. He takes a few running steps before he leaps into the air, over the tents, at the goblin that Torryn had engaged (G6).
(Acrobatics [Jump]: 24. Long jump: 24ft long, 6ft high. Lands AF19 and continues Charge action.)
(Mortimer charges goblin G6. Hits AC 16. Damage: 4 slashing.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 3d4+3=10 ; Saturday September 2nd, 2023 11:19:50 PM
Ash smiles at the destruction of his wand. "Too easy" he moves his hand and sets forward 3 bolts at G6. 10 dmg, magic missle.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F10: R11 W:13 Monday September 4th, 2023 7:03:21 AM
With Morty and Ash also targeting the beast in front of her, Torryn could only watch in awe at the potency of their attacks. If this creature survived it would be very upset! It was a good thing then that she was there to occupy it. She wove her arms defensively, as Agratha had taught her readying an attack should it be needed.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Monday September 4th, 2023 7:52:10 AM
Gnubert holds his ground for a moment and then races to the closest tent, "I'll help gather the children in on tent. Shout out for healing!" Gnubert tells the children in the first tent to stay put, and he will bring the other children here.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+12=14 ; d10+5=10 ; Monday September 4th, 2023 10:22:02 AM
Drack takes a 5' step and swings at GD1 hitting ac 14 for 10 damage.
"Well done Gnubert. Protect the kids unless we need you"
Lay hands: 8/8 Spells: Divine Favor Bless- cast
Active effects: bless, +1 on attacks and saves vs. fear
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 d20+7=27 ; d20+7=18 ; d6+3=6 ; d6+3=5 ; Monday September 4th, 2023 1:37:59 PM
Mole moves to AH20. He rises out of the earth with at slam at the goblin (G8). The stone and earthen fist strikes the goblin squarely in the chest.
AC 27 (threat AC18): Crit damage 11 (non-crit damage 6)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:42/42. Monday September 4th, 2023 6:28:31 PM
Being this close to the stinking goblin and the nauseous cloud, he can definitely smell the stench. He can't help himself when he says, "Whoeveh smelt it, dealt it, yeah!"
DM-Jon - Night 2 d20=3 ; d20=10 ; d20=6 ; d20=6 ; d20=4 ; d20=18 ; d20=17 ; d20=9 ; d20=1 ; GD4 Bite: d20+2=10 ; G5 charging Drack: d20+2=12 ; Monday September 4th, 2023 7:18:08 PM
Ok, so everyone is awake and active at this time.
Just to re-cap – due to the party’s actions, Goblins G2 & G8 are dead, as are Dogs GD7 & GD8
GD1 was heading for Drack, while G6 shot at Torry
Gnubert is withdrawing to corral the children into one tent, and then stand guard on it
Torry, Mortimer, and Ash all target poor, innocent Bob the Goblin (G6) … and between the three attacks, Bob is a blob of viscera on the ground
Drack drops GD1 with a well-aimed blow
Mole pops up from under the ground, and literally under the feet of a goblin who just made it out of the cloud of fumes and who walked right into Mole’s slam attack … Mole will need some extra help cleaning the little bits of “goblin gore” that is now covering him and the ground (Mole killed G7)
Mortimer lets out a battle cry heard round the world … [b[“Whoeveh smelt it, dealt it!”[/b]
******************************************************************************the tents are now colored, so if we can figure out where the “boys” are, where the “girls” are, and where Gnubert is at as of this rouund, that would be AWESOME!
****************************************************************************** From the cloud, the rest of the raiding party stumbles forwards:
Still sick – G1, GD2, G3, GD3, G4, GD5, GD6
Not sick and attacking: GD4 & G5
GD4 goes for Torry, while G5 charges Drack – both miss
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20+9=28 ; d20+9=21 ; d6+2=4 ; d6+2=3 ; Monday September 4th, 2023 8:43:34 PM
Manolo moves quickly and strikes the closest & easiest to kill enemy. "I choose you!", he shouts as he starts to attack the enemy. Move: AH12 Attacking : GD6 Attack: 28 & 21(critical roll at 19) (second roll to confirm?) Damage 7 (4+3)
OOC: Had problems with the map so not moving my character on the map itself.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+12=14 ; d20+7=26 ; d20+7=24 ; d10+5=9 ; d10+5=7 ; d10+5=11 ; Tuesday September 5th, 2023 9:14:51 AM
(Updated map not working for me.)
Drack swings at G5. hitting ac 14, and then ac 26(crit confirmed with ac 24) Damage 9 and then 18 if a crit, 7 if not.
Lay hands: 8/8 Spells: Divine Favor Bless- cast
Active effects: bless, +1 on attacks and saves vs. fear
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 3d4+3=10 ; Tuesday September 5th, 2023 10:37:53 AM
Loryn snaps out of his stupor and nods at the groups handling of the raiding party. Vividly remembering running out of magical spells against the sea devils, Loryn decides to be a bit more conservative this time. Loryn moves back with Gnubert to stand guard at the tents and if not already, ushers all of the boys into the tent next to the girls.
He will Ready for any goblin to charges his position with the children. Pasting them with Magic Missiles if they do Dmg 10
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:42/42. d20+11=13 ; 3d4+3=7 ; d20+14=27 ; Tuesday September 5th, 2023 10:49:57 AM
Seeing the other sickly goblins beginning to emerge from the stink cloud, Mortimer decides he needs to quickly finish off this dog in front of him and move around Torryn to the center of the group.
(Mortimer defensively casts Shadow Bolt at GD4. Concentration: 13. Damage: 7, pathetic all around!)
IF his Shadow Bolts, as weak as they were, actually kill the dog (GD4), he will move around Torryn in front of the other dog (GD5). IF they don't kill, he uses his acrobatics to move around without drawing attacks of opportunity (Acrobatics: 27 vs. GD4's CMD).
(ooc: Mortimer's actions would be far more impressive if he could, some how, keep from rolling 1's and 2's! This die roller is really beginning to tick me off!)
Torryn steps in and whips her foot around. The heel strikes the Goblin Dog across the side of the head.
(OOC: Hits AC:23 for 4 damage)
There is no shouting, no quips, just focus. There will be time enough for such things after the fight.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 3d4+3=11 ; Tuesday September 5th, 2023 6:07:59 PM
Gd4 is the recipient of the next set of magic missles from Ash.
11dmg
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Tuesday September 5th, 2023 6:55:36 PM
Gnubert proceeds in clockwise manner extracting the children and moving them to the tent at the 12 o'clock position. (OOC: I will move two tents at a time back and forth over the next few rounds until all of the children have been safely secured in the tent.) "Yes sir!" Gnubert sounds off to Drack.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Tuesday September 5th, 2023 9:47:01 PM
OOC: posting for the postings report as I already took action
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 d20+7=25 ; d6+3=5 ; Tuesday September 5th, 2023 10:05:11 PM
Mole swings at the goblin in front of him. He strikes the goblin solidly.
AC 25, damage 5
DM-Jon - Night 2 Bite: d20+2=14 ; Sword: d20+2=9 ; Bite: d20+2=21 ; Damage: d6+3=8 ; Arrow: d20+4=22 ; Damage: d4=1 ; Bite: d20+2=22 ; d20+2=6 ; Damage: d6+3=7 ; Arrow: d20+4=17 ; Tuesday September 5th, 2023 11:25:44 PM
In the ensuing chaos of goblins and dogs exiting the cloud and moving to engage the party, Manolo moves down and attacks one of the goblin dogs (GD6). Manolo hammers it twice and it dies with a whimper
Drack grins as he attacks his goblin (G5), and removes its right arm, and most of the right side of its chest
Loryn falls back to help Gnubert guard the children ...
Mortimer launches more shadow bolts, which slam into another doggie (GD4), they damage the dog but do not drop it ... Mortimer then impresses the crowd with some awesome acrobatics as he moves towards another target
As Mortimer begins his acrobatics display, she easily dispatches the dog with little effort "Boot to the head" style
Ash and Mole look for targets as their friends go on a killing spree
Gobbies Turn:
GD5 tries to take a bite out of Torry, and misses her
G4 watches Mortimer and tries to attack home once he finishes his display, the gobbie is too impressed with Mortimer's fancy footwork to strike
GD3 moves to take a bite out of Drack, and does so, heartily (8 points of damage) DC 12 FORT Save please. If you make it Highlight to display spoiler: { Nothing happens } If you fail the save Highlight to display spoiler: { You start itching, like when someone mentions fleas or lice ... you suffer a -2 to your DEX, and a -1 to your CHA }
G3 then fires an arrow at Drack, striking him for a whooping 1 point of damage
GD2 charges Drack, biting him for another 7 damage
G1 the fires his bow at Drack, as he is the closest target, but the arrow whizzes past Drack's head
Gnubert and Loryn please make Perception checks DC15: If you fail Highlight to display spoiler: { You hear the boys wanting to cut a hole in the tent to watch the fighting } If you make it Highlight to display spoiler: { Even over all the noise, you think you hear something coming from the opposite side of the camp }
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:42/42. d20+8=28 ; d20+8=15 ; d6=3 ; d6=6 ; Wednesday September 6th, 2023 12:04:26 AM
A menacing Mortimer grins wickedly at the nearest goblin (G4) within his reach. He raises his bloody sickle into the air. The mithral blade glistens in the night's sky liken to a crescent, blood moon. Then Mortimer brings it down, slicing across the goblin's neck.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F10: R11 W:13 d20=18 ; d6=3 ; Wednesday September 6th, 2023 3:57:04 AM
Torryn swivelled to face her new attacker. (GD5) Her hands circled rapidly before a drilling hammer strike "bonked" the dog on his nose. It was a hit, but not much could be said. It didn't deflate or worry Torryn. She was hitting. She was keeping the enemy away from the children. That was her focus.
(AC:26. 3 damage)
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+4=8 ; Wednesday September 6th, 2023 11:39:33 AM
Loryn maintains his guard by the tents as Gnubert continues to usher children in. Hearing the boys starting to talk about cutting holes he loudly states. "Cut a hole in that tent and you'll be taking baths every day for a month! ll of you, wont care who cuts the hole. All of you will be in trouble!
Loryn brings the Dancing Lights to the near side of the Stinking Cloud
He will Ready for any goblin to charges his position with the children. Pasting them with Magic Missiles if they do Dmg 10 kept roll from last post
Drack (Chris J) - hp 49/60 - AC 19 d20+11=27 ; d20+12=16 ; d10+5=8 ; d20+12=21 ; d10+5=8 ; 2d6=5 ; Wednesday September 6th, 2023 12:59:05 PM
Drack shakes off the effects of the creatures bite, and uses a lay hands on himself swiftly, healing for 5. He will then swing at GD3 that bit him, hitting ac 16 for 8 damage, and swinging again if it still stands, hitting ac 21 for 8 more.
"Filthy Goblins and their mutts. The wold will be a better place without them in it." he says to no one in particular
Lay hands: 7/8 Spells: Divine Favor Bless- cast
Active effects: bless, +1 on attacks and saves vs. fear
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=15 ; d6+2=4 ; 3d6=11 ; Wednesday September 6th, 2023 4:49:12 PM
Manolo looks at all the gore but he doesn't have time to register it, he sees his friends still fighting. He moves quickly swiftly to flank the enemy and attack it(GD5). "You too! "
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Wednesday September 6th, 2023 6:36:18 PM
Gd5 is the recipient of the next set of magic missles from Ash.
11dmg
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 d20+13=31 ; Wednesday September 6th, 2023 7:31:44 PM
Gnubert yells out at the boys, "Stay in that tent and do not cut a single thread! If you don't I swear by all the Gods you will dig to the underworld before I relent on your punishment!" Gnubert ushers in a few more of the children. (Perception 31) "There seems to be something approaching from the other side of the camp. I can't quite make out what it is."
DM-Jon - Night 2 Wednesday September 6th, 2023 11:26:32 PM
Mortimer grins as he raises his sickle and then almost decapitates the goblin in front of him (G4)
Torry, swivels and “bonks” GD5 on the nose, causing it to yelp and shake its head. Ms Torry please make a DC 12 FORT Save: If you make it Highlight to display spoiler: { Nothing happens } If you fail the save Highlight to display spoiler: { You start itching, like when someone mentions fleas or lice ... you suffer a -2 to your DEX, and a -1 to your CHA }
Drack feels itchy for a moment, then it passes. Healing himself, he then attacks the gobbie dog (GD3), slamming it twice, and killing it
Loryn admonishes the boys to NOT put holes in the pavilion tents, threatening the boys with ”Everyday baths for a month!”
Manolo selects GD5 as his next target, and drops it with a well-placed blow
Ash was going to target GD5, but his friends beat him to it, so he chooses GD2, killing it with a string of magic missiles
Gnubert, looking over his shoulder as he shepards children into a tent, sees movement on the other side of the camp … For Gnubert Highlight to display spoiler: {It looks like small figures racing out of the woods and making for the orange and red tents}
G1 and G3 look at each other, nod and turn and run into the woods as fast as their stumpy legs can move
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 59/59; CMD 16 d20+7=18 ; d6+3=8 ; Wednesday September 6th, 2023 11:40:00 PM
Mole strikes at the dog to his right, GD6.
AC 18, damage 8
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:22 F10: R11 W:13 d20=4 ; d20=17 ; Thursday September 7th, 2023 6:16:10 AM
The beast fell swiftly and Torryn noticed nothing amiss in it's fall.
(F4+11: 15: Saved!)
With her opponent down Torryn looked around. Goblins were fleeing. Was that the end of the battle or were they merely seeking to attack from a different position? She doubted that was the case. The Argentium had scythed through the attack like....she struggled for an analogy and gave up. She'd leave the witty quips to others.
(Perception: 27. Seeking any threats.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 55/60 - AC 19 d20+7=16 ; 2d6=4 ; Thursday September 7th, 2023 10:12:17 AM
(I assume if they are in red on map, they are dead)
Seeing that things looked to be mostly in hand here, Drack moves back into camp near the children, and assesses the area for any further threats. Perception 16. He will swiftly lay hands on himself again as well.healing for a mighty 4hp.
Lay hands: 6/8 Spells: Divine Favor Bless- cast
Active effects: bless, +1 on attacks and saves vs. fear
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+4=15 ; Thursday September 7th, 2023 10:16:49 AM
:Loryn turns and looks in the direction Gnubert indicates and more importantly, he brings the Dancing Lights across the field to the stop 10' past the tents.
He looks for threats and calls out "Movement on the far side of our camp!"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:42/42. shield Thursday September 7th, 2023 12:58:48 PM
Hearing both Gnubert and Loryn warnings about another intruder, Mortimer whips his head around and stares intently through the strands of black hair overhanging his face. "Just a distraction, it was!"
Mortimer mutters a few words of power as he returns to the center of camp.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:42/42. shield d20+4=21 ; Thursday September 7th, 2023 1:43:29 PM
(ooc: Forgot to make my Perception check: 21.)
Mortimer's eyes dart back and forth, looking for his next victim.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 d20+6=11 ; Thursday September 7th, 2023 6:03:11 PM
Ash hears the warnings and moves alongside Mortimer. He aims downsite of the wand, looking for the new attackers.
Perception 11
DM-Jon - Night 2 Thursday September 7th, 2023 7:05:53 PM
Following the last bout of combat, and with people covered in blood, the party looks around.
Mole pokes all the dead doggs and goblins around him to make sure none are still alive and lying in wait
Torry watches as the two goblins run off, then turns to check on her friends Highlight to display spoiler: { You do hear/see something happening on the far side of the camp, behind the orange and red tents }
Shaking his head at all the dead dogs and goblins around him, Drack turns and moves to where Loryn and Gnubert have the kids corralled, only noticing that the boys sound upset at missing watching the fighting
Loryn sees movement at the far end of the camp and directs his Dancing Lights to move
Mortimer, having enjoyed the skirmish moves back to where Gnubert and Loryn are
For Mortimer and Loryn Highlight to display spoiler: { At this point you two are the only ones that can make out there is a large amount of Goblins and more Goblin Dogs massing behind the orange and red tents }
Ash joins Mortimer, and his friends at the two tents of kiddos
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=2 ; d20=14 ; Thursday September 7th, 2023 8:59:41 PM
Manolo tries to take a cover somewhere getting somewhere to the center but not quite center, he seems to be too occupied with the enemy locations than hiding.
Stealth 14 perception 24
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Thursday September 7th, 2023 10:17:21 PM
Gnubert hollers out to his friends, "Company coming in towards the orange and red tents" As he pushes another group of children into the tent.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 d20+13=16 ; Thursday September 7th, 2023 10:19:20 PM
Gnubert moves to another tent and sheppards the last of the children into the tent. The cleric turns and tries to spy the figures running to the tents (Perception DC 16)
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday September 8th, 2023 9:43:33 AM "That's...alot...of....goblins" Loryn takes a breath, "If anyone else can add some light to our battlefield, Now would be a good time."
Loryn picks the middle of the large group and casts Glitterdust Blind enemies are easier to fight.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:52/42. shield, false life d10+6=9 ; Friday September 8th, 2023 11:53:10 AM "There they are," he says pointing in their direction. He again mutters a few words of power. He immediately becomes enveloped in shadow; infusing within him. His features appear in a more severe contrast.
(Mortimer casts False Life on himself. Duration: 6 hours.)
Shaking the blood from his mithral sickle, he begins his advance on the new wave of goblins.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 55/60 - AC 19 Friday September 8th, 2023 2:06:53 PM
(Jon, could you post a link to the updated map each time please)
Drack Moves 20' in the direction that Mortimer pointe with sword at the ready, and waits for opponents to be seen.
"can't kill what i cant see. Light them up."
Lay hands: 6/8 Spells: Divine Favor Bless- cast
Active effects: bless, +1 on attacks and saves vs. fear
Drack (Chris J) - hp 55/60 - AC 19 Friday September 8th, 2023 2:10:39 PM
Since he only Moved 20', Drack will also cast Divine Favor
Torryn turned and moved quickly. (Double move) She had no additional light to call upon, but could see well in the gloom, such that the ambient light really wasn't an issue for her. There seemed to be plenty of noise coming from behind the tents. She resolved to unleash a Fey Spark next to hurt one before it could close. Then she hoped to hurt them further.
She idly wondered how Drack even managed to jog in armour, let alone run. She valued her speed, agility and magical protection too much to forsake them for armour. It was academic really; she likely lacked the strength to even move wearing such heavy equipment.
GM Jon - Night 2 - Other side of camp Goblin Save Rolls: d20-1=7 ; d20-1=16 ; d20-1=13 ; d20-1=3 ; Goblin Dog Save Rolls: d20+1=14 ; d20+1=4 ; d20+1=15 ; d20+1=4 ;
Mortimer's Goblins: d20+4=13 ; d20+4=13 ; d20+4=17 ; d20+4=23 ; Friday September 8th, 2023 9:26:02 PM Updated Map (Thanks for the heads up Chris)
Manolo moves up close to the center of camp, evaluating the enemy positions and strengths - Highlight to display spoiler: { These goblins seem to be armed with clubs, daggers and are carrying maybe bags in their offhands }
Gnubert alerts his friends, directing them to the Orange and Red tents, which seem to be the goblins’ targets Highlight to display spoiler: { These goblins look the same, but seem to be actually using tactics of some kind }
Loryn, who feels the battlefield isn’t bright enough, conjures a cloud of golden glitter, covering the largest mass of goblins and dogs … all that is missing is a disco ball
Mortimer buffs himself, and moves forward, looking forward to ending more goblins lives
Drack moves himself into a defensible position, weapon at the ready, and encourages Loryn to ”LIGHT THEM UP! he then buffs himself with alittle bit of magic
Torry spins, and dances her way to the other side of camp. She contemplates how Drack is able to move so quickly while he’s encased in metal
The Goblins response
The group of G9, G10, G11, and G12 all fire their bows at Drack: G10 sinks and arrow into drack for 2 damage
The group of G13, G14, G15, G16 all fire their bows at Mortimer, who is kinda scary looking to them: G16 gets the closest to Mortimer, sinking and arrow between the Sorcerer’s feet
The Glitterdust group: (possibly blinded for 6 rounds)
GD9 – Blinded this round
GD10 – Blinded this round
GD11 – Blinded this round
GD12 – Blinded this round
G17 – Blinded this round
G18 – Blinded this round
G19 – Blinded this round
G20 – Blinded this round
OOC1: Who was sleeping in each tent, and which tent/s are the kiddos in at this point?
OOC2: Is anyone playing Baldur's Gate 3?
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 3d4+3=13 ; Saturday September 9th, 2023 12:10:05 AM
This time Ash pts his finger at G14, sending 3 bolts.
13 dmg
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:26 F10: R11 W:13 Saturday September 9th, 2023 4:42:45 AM
Torryn invoked her Fey Shield. It seemed that she'd have need of it given the number of creatures being arrayed against them. (AC adjusted in header). She then moved forward to stop a group from flanking the group or attacking the tents. She didn't actually know where the children were. Had they been moved. She'd left the girls in her tent. they'd improvised some makeshift defences against arrows, but hopefully someone else had taken more proactive steps to ensure their safety. Her 'proactive steps' would hopefully see her place a boot heel in some ugly faces!
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:52/42. shield, false life d20+11=25 ; d6=2 ; Saturday September 9th, 2023 3:09:25 PM
Mortimer looks down at the arrow between his feet then turns his gaze at the goblins with a sneer. He then launches his himself at his foes, charging at the nearest goblin (G13).
(Mortimer charges at G13. Hit AC: 25. Damage: 2 slashing, sigh!)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Saturday September 9th, 2023 7:31:27 PM
Manolo shouts to the group. " they have bags to kidnap the kids". He describes the weapons he sees (daggers and clubs).
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Sunday September 10th, 2023 7:28:10 PM
OOC: Gnubert has moved at least 6-8 of the kids into the blue tent. DM's call on how many are left.
Gnubert moves the last of the children to the blue tent, and stands outside with his mace drawn. The cleric looks resolute as he prays for the power of Domi to protect the children and his friends.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=4 ; Monday September 11th, 2023 5:04:43 AM
Manolo will move as near as he can near the upper side of the enemy while still trying to be careful not to go to close and end up as a shooting target practice for the enemies. He surely didn't want to end up on the verge of death again.
d20=4 (if needed)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:27/27 AC:26 F10: R11 W:13 Monday September 11th, 2023 6:48:23 AM
Torryn was determined: determined to hold the flank. There'd be no shortage of foes, but she was elusive and for them, troublesome. The problem was that there were too many for her to attack at once. If they ignored her the tents would be ripe for the taking - excepting for her friends protecting them. Still, whilst she was little, she was not easily ignored. She intended to grab their attention by calling up a Fey Spark, to attack at range. Then, was they rushed forward, she'd get technical and punch them in the face! She was pleased that she didn't have to articulate this 'plan' as it sounded much better in her head than it would out loud.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 2d6=7 ; Monday September 11th, 2023 10:17:21 AM
Drack takes a move and a move to Q13, laying hands swiftly upon himself for 7 as he does. after noticing Gnubert moving kids to the blue tent.
"You have them all Gnubert? These foul things shall not have a single one while i am still breathing. Time to kill Some Goblins. I am going to take the party to them. Throw distance spells if you can, but watch the kids." At this moment, Drack wishes he knew Goblin so he could insult them in their tongue, but in a few seconds, he would let his sword do his speaking.
Active effects: bless, +1 on attacks and saves vs. fear, duration 6 minutes Divine Favor, +2 to hit, +2 to damage, duration 1 minute
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday September 11th, 2023 11:59:57 AM Gnubert and I have them safe!" Loryn lets Drack to his own impressive devices and lends a spell to Mortimer's cause. Crazy little man
Loryn casts GlitterDust on the group of bow wielding goblins shooting at Mortimer The group of G13, G14, G15, G16 Will Save DC 18
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:52/42. shield, false life Monday September 11th, 2023 5:50:49 PM
Mortimer gives a quick glance around him and is wondering where Manolo is. The group's most lethal killer is no where in sight.
Mortimer calls back, "Manolo ... ya joinin' us any time soon? yeah!"
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Michael - With the vast majority of the goblins blinded by Glitterdust (Thanks Dan), they lose -2 AC and lose their Dex bonus to AC. Which means you would get Sneak Attack damage with every attack for free! Your slightest poke will make their heads explode.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Monday September 11th, 2023 11:00:15 PM
Ash scans for a goblin to pop his head out, and blast with the wand.
GM Jon - Night 2 - Other side of camp Saves for G13 thru G16: d20-1=18 ; d20-1=19 ; d20-1=13 ; d20-1=6 ; Attack for G13: d20+2=14 ; Re-rolling saves GD9 thru GD12, and G17, 18, 19: d20+1=2 ; d20+1=3 ; d20+1=12 ; d20+1=19 ; GD12 attacking Mort: d20+2=9 ; d20-1=14 ; d20-1=4 ; d20-1=11 ; d20-1=17 ; Monday September 11th, 2023 11:52:05 PM
A huge group of goblins has tried to swarm the camp. Thanks to quick thinking by Loryn, a good chunk of them are now blinded and covered in gold glitter.
Ash points his finger at G14 … and sends three magical bolts slamming into the goblin, killing it in its place
Torry invokes some minor magics and makes her way closer to the melee
Mortimer charges G13 … hitting him soundly, but Mortimers weapon seems to have slid off the goblins armor … Mortimer does smell fresh urine nearby
Gnubert finally gets all the kids into one tent, and then calls out to his deity to aid in protecting his friends and the kiddos
Manolo moves into position, keeping an eye out for any arrows coming his way, and keeping tabs on the goblins with the sacks
Drack heals himself on the fly, checking in with Gnubert, “Shepard of cats and Children”
Loryn casts another swath of glitterdust … catching several goblins in the mix
G14, saves, and then dies from Ash’s bolts
G13 saves, and then pees himself as Mortimer rushes up to him and slams his weappon into the ppoor defenseless goblin
G15 & G16 fail their saves
G13 swings his sword back at Mortimer, and misses, badly
The Glitterdust group: (possibly blinded for 6 rounds)
GD9 – Still blinded this round
GD10 – Still blinded this round
GD11 – Still blinded this round
GD12 – Not blinded, and charges Mortimer, and misses him
G17 – Still blinded this round
G18 – Still blinded this round
G19 – Still blinded this round
G20 – Still blinded this round
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:26 F10: R11 W:13 d20=19 ; d6=6 ; Tuesday September 12th, 2023 3:38:59 AM
Torryn steppes to the side that she might better execute her spinning kick. Her heel whipped around to crack the side of the goblin dog's head with satisfying force; satisfying for her - not the dog. Yet as satisfying as it was, she doubted it be sufficient to drop it, so instantly spun into a ready position that she might effectively thwart any attack or attempt to press past. If only she'd remembered her bow! She was always forgetting it. Sometimes it felt like Spot had a better memory than she did. She reconsidered that. No, it was most times. The bow was in the tent, along with her spear. She would rely on her hands and feet as Agratha had taught her.
(Hits AC:27 for 6 points of damage)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+14=26 ; d10+7=10 ; Tuesday September 12th, 2023 9:25:03 AM
Drack moves 10' and attacks the blinded G9, hitting ac 26 for 10 damage.
"[I'll start at the top Torry, and you start at the bottom. I'll meet you in the middle. Manolo? where are you? these are easy blinded targets for you. Spellcasters, keep hitting them, but protect the kids.[/B]"
Active effects: bless, +1 on attacks and saves vs. fear, duration 6 minutes Divine Favor, +2 to hit, +2 to damage, duration 1 minute
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday September 12th, 2023 9:25:36 AM
Drack moves 10' and attacks the blinded G9, hitting ac 26 for 10 damage.
"I'll start at the top Torry, and you start at the bottom. I'll meet you in the middle. Manolo? where are you? these are easy blinded targets for you. Spellcasters, keep hitting them, but protect the kids."
Active effects: bless, +1 on attacks and saves vs. fear, duration 6 minutes Divine Favor, +2 to hit, +2 to damage, duration 1 minute
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:52/42. shield, false life d20+9=20 ; d6=3 ; Tuesday September 12th, 2023 12:20:46 PM
Mortimer swings again and connects with the hopeless goblin. The painful squeal of the wretched creature, and spray of its filthy blood, was satisfying enough. However, he feels aggravated by the fact his strikes are way too feeble. Mortimer has a sense that he should be able to simply wave his hand and the entire horde of goblins should start bleeding profusely from all their many various holes. Where is this bleed magic, he thinks.
(Mortimer attacks same goblin. Hit AC 20. Damage: 3 slashing.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 d20+3=23 ; 2d4=5 ; 2d4=3 ; 2d4=6 ; Tuesday September 12th, 2023 12:23:41 PM
Ash sees the charge on mortimer and instead conjures up an arrow made of pure acid and launches it at GD12. Hit ac 23, 5 dmg. 3 dmg next round, and 6 dmg the round after.
GM Jon - Night 2 - Other side of camp Saving Throws for GD9, 10, 11, and for Goblins 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20: d20+1=8 ; d20+1=5 ; d20+1=17 ; d20-1=8 ; d20-1=10 ; d20-1=9 ; d20-1=4 ; d20-1=3 ; d20-1=4 ;
Goblin on Mortimer: d20+2=20 ; Tuesday September 12th, 2023 5:58:30 PM Current Map
OK, lets start with, who has their stuff in which tents, and the kiddos are all in the pink or orange tent??
Torry performs a spinning kick and smashes the doggie (GD12) in the head. The blow knocks the dog back a few feet, and it has to shake its head a few times in order to see again (it’s very wobbly on its feet)
Drack attacks one of the blinded goblins (9G) - dropping it in its tracks
Mortimer attacks the soiled goblin (G13) damaging it again, but not enough to drop it, although it looks wobbly at the moment
Ash fires an arrow of acid at GD12, the doggie in front of Torry. It yelps and then drops dead, with acid leaking from its side.
Loryn and Gnubert aare both guarding the childrens’ tent
Goblins
GD12 – Not blinded, and charges Mortimer, and misses him – dead
G13, wobbly from the damage its taken, again swings his sword back at Mortimer – and watches as it bounces off Mortimers chest … it takes a moment too ensure it isnt broken
G9 is dead, as is G14
Switching to its scimitar, G10, attacks Drack, and misses
Switching to its scimitar, G11, attacks Drack, and misses
Switching to its scimitar, G12, attacks Drack, and misses
Blindness saves: (4 rounds left on the first area, 5 left on the second)
GD9 – Still blinded this round
GD10 – Still blinded this round
GD11 – Still blinded this round
G15 – Still blinded this round
G16 – Still blinded this round
G17 – Still blinded this round
G18 – Still blinded this round
G19 – Still blinded this round
G20 – Still blinded this round
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 d20+3=9 ; Tuesday September 12th, 2023 7:50:10 PM
Gnubert stands guard over the children in the blue tent. The cleric's sweaty hands grip his light mace as he prepares to defend the children from the horde of goblins. Gnubert yells out in Goblin above the din of battle, "Surrender, lay down your weapons, and you may yet live to tell your children of this day. However, continue to fight, refuse to yield, and you shall die. Make your choice! Live or Die!" Diplomacy DC 9
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=18 ; Tuesday September 12th, 2023 9:03:17 PM
Manolo runs to be just behind Drack. He takes a look at his surroundings before committing to the offensive
Move: to be just behind Drack
Perception 28
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:52/42. shield, false life d4+1=2 ; 2d4+2=8 ; Tuesday September 12th, 2023 9:25:06 PM
No one goblin is worth this many swings of his sickle, he thinks. Impatient for a quick kill, Mortimer steps back (5ft-Step to P20) grumbling words of power. A volley of Shadow Bolts streak out at both goblins in front of him (G13 and G15). Each one lands with a thud.
(Mortimer casts Shadow Bolt. One bolt at G13 and two at G15. G13 Damage: 2. G15 Damage: 8.)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:26 F10: R11 W:13 d20=4 ; Wednesday September 13th, 2023 4:47:10 AM
With the nasty dog now dead, Torryn moved forward to take the battle to the goblins. Her low, lunging palm strike narrowly misses the creature in front of her, but she had it, and its neighbours' attention.
(G13: Hits AC:13 with Drack's bless in effect.)
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+4=11 ; 3d4+3=11 ; Wednesday September 13th, 2023 8:11:44 AM
Loryn continues to stand guard by the blue and pink tent where all of the children are. "Manolo, get into the blinded goblins and start taking em down! A quick look around doesn't gain him much. Perception 11
He picks a goblin in the larger first group of blind goblins and sends 3 green bolts of force at it. G18 Magic Missile Dmg 11
Loryn, on Watch, would have all posessions except bedroll
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+14=23 ; d20+9=22 ; d10+7=11 ; d10+7=9 ; Wednesday September 13th, 2023 8:41:33 AM
Drack takes a 5' step and attacks the goblin at M13, hitting ac 23 and 22 for 11 and 9 respectively. if the first goblin drops after swing 1, drack will aim the second swing at the goblin to his south.
Active effects: bless, +1 on attacks and saves vs. fear, duration 6 minutes Divine Favor, +2 to hit, +2 to damage, duration 1 minute
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Wednesday September 13th, 2023 9:57:05 AM
(All Dracks possessions are on him. He sleeps in his armor, and posted that he grabbed his backpack on the way out the door after Loryn woke him. All he left in tent would have been the bedroll)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:52/42. shield, false life Wednesday September 13th, 2023 2:45:38 PM
(ooc: Mortimer sleeps in his chain shirt and gear he can comfortably wear. He has Endurance and doesn't suffer any fatigue as a result. He grabbed his two weapons before leaving the tent. The only thing he would have left behind was his bedroll and haversack. Though it was guarded by petrified squirrel, Nuts.)
Torryn was with the girls, so that would have been the pink tent. As usual, she left her spear and bow behind.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 6d6=23 ; Wednesday September 13th, 2023 7:42:15 PM
"Manalo, you're strolling during a sprint. " Ash jokes. I'll take care of it.
The mage waves his hands, and points to a location (L17), and drops a Fireball to catch all creatures in the goldust spell, as well as two on drack.
Fireball, 26 dmg reflex dc 18 for half.
GM Jon - Night 2 - Other side of camp Wednesday September 13th, 2023 9:02:34 PM
Gnubert, guarding the kids in the blue tent, calls out to the goblins to surrender … he doesn’t hear any replies, just pissed off replies about the goblins going to “feast on yur legs later tonight!”
Manolo moves up behind his friend and takes a tactical view of things Highlight to display spoiler: { These goblins have their normal weapons, but also nets and bags strapped to their backs}
Mortimer calls upon his magics again – slamming bolts of darkness into G13, and G15 … G13 drops to the ground, his chest smoking from the bolts, G15 roars out in pain, ”I’m gonna find you and eat your eyes!”
Torry, having her target killed before she had a chance to attack, moves and attacks G16 but it bobs as she tries to strike
Loryn, knowing Gnubert is also guarding the kiddos, calls upon their magic and slams three magical bolts into G18 … who isn't able to bob out of the way, and falls dead as the bolts strike
Drack attacks G10, who isn’t blind, and drops it with one hit, Drack then spins and slams his elven curved blade into G11, and drops that goblin too
Ash not wanting to miss his chance, summons a small burst of fire, that seems to grow bigger until it slams into the midst of the blinded goblins – the blast kills them all, and starts a ground fire
Mole appears to be communing with something as he is surrounded by a cloud of dirt and stone
As this fiery explosion occurs, the smell of smoke seems to also be coming from the other side of camp
The last goblin, throws down his weapons, crosses his arms and looks at Drack and speaks in common, ”Parlay!”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:26 F10: R11 W:13 d20=5 ; Thursday September 14th, 2023 5:47:14 AM
Torryn wasn't about to hit anyone or anything that wasn't fighting back. She remained on guard though. Goblins were renowned for being tricky. then there was the smell of burning: not just from the spectacular, if very grisly, fireball, but from the opposite side of camp. That was concerning.
(Perception: 15 to determine what is actually happening.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday September 14th, 2023 8:49:13 AM
Drack holds the swing he was about to take, and calls over his shoulder.
“Parlay? Did he say parlay? I hate parlay.”
“Gnubert, stay with the kids in case another force arrives.”
Drack will speak with the goblin in common. “What do you have to offer us? You are the last one alive. We want information. Who sent you and for what purpose? I can guess kidnapping the children based on the bags you brought with you.”
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+4=18 ; Thursday September 14th, 2023 3:32:24 PM Parlay?....With a goblin? Loryn was a bit at a loss. he never considered the goblinoid creatures anything but deserving of a quick blade or spell. His spell would run it's course very soon and with the smell of smoke from elsewhere, he sent the Lights moving across the camp to cover as much area as he could. Dancing Lights move 100' / round to scan across the camp area Perception 18
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 d20+6=22 ; Thursday September 14th, 2023 5:46:02 PM
Ash scans the distance opposite of his fireball, looking for a source of that smell. Perception 22
If nothing, he heads to his fireball remenants and starts stomping out the fires.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 d20+13=27 ; Thursday September 14th, 2023 7:06:31 PM
Gnubert continues to stand guard just in case, goblins were known for thier tricks of course. The cleric looks over the battlefield for danger as he stands his duty post (Perception DC 27)
GM Jon - Night 2 - Other side of camp Thursday September 14th, 2023 7:17:58 PM
With just one goblin left, and it appears to be surrendering maybe, Torry catches a waft of something Highlight to display spoiler: { The smell is burning cloth or canvas }
Drack appears caught off guard, holding his sword in preparedness for a strike.
The goblin doesn’t look subdued, the expression on his face is like a child in the honey jar, and not caring if they get into trouble. “We out tracking and hunting. We see humans moving around here. We move in close. They talk of children, and teachers. Our tribe decided raiding a good idea.” He turns and looks at all his dead and charred tribesmen, ”Not smart. Should have tracked you and listened.”
Loryn, shaking his head at the conversation taking place, sends his lights darting back to the other side of the camp. He too smells something Highlight to display spoiler: { The smell is burning cloth or canvas }
Ash begins stampingg out the aftereffects of his fireball, and catches a wiff of something burning, that he hadn’t caused Highlight to display spoiler: { The smell is burning cloth or canvas }
Gnubert, maintaining his post with the children hears something Highlight to display spoiler: { What you hear are goblins laughing out in the woods around the AJ22 area }
Mortimer and Manolo help in putting out the ground fires.
Mole continues communing, though the wind around him seems to be picking up intensity
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Thursday September 14th, 2023 7:48:31 PM
Manolo shouts, "They have nets as well".
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Thursday September 14th, 2023 7:50:13 PM
Manolo helps with putting out the ground fires and waits to see what are they going to do now.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:26 F10: R11 W:13 Friday September 15th, 2023 6:15:38 AM
Torryn quickly moved to follow the source of the smell of burning. She hoped that Drack would keep an eye on the lone goblin, as this could well be a distraction for yet another assault. She was grateful for her magical wards as a net would have a hard time ensnaring her!
(OOC: I haven't relocated Torryn as I am unsure of where the 'burning' is. Please move her accordingly.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:52/42. shield, false life d20+4=18 ; Friday September 15th, 2023 8:38:15 AM
As far as fire suppression is concerned, Mortimer lends his help by throwing a few goblin bodies onto hot spots to help smother the flames. Flesh bags, filled with all sorts of fluids, are not very flammable. He leaves the fire to Manolo's most capable hands.
Mortimer is more concerned with all the other goblins lurking in the darkness. He speaks a few dark words and his become flooded with a pitchy blackness. He begins to move around the southern edge of camp.
(Mortimer activates his Darkvision. 60' range. Duration: 6 hours.)
(Perception: 18)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:52/42. shield, false life Friday September 15th, 2023 8:41:17 AM
(ooc: I left out an important noun ... "his eyes become flooded with a pitchy blackness.")
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Friday September 15th, 2023 10:34:06 AM
Ash finishes stomping on the flames before him, before turning around and making his way to the other side of the camp and the burning smell.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Friday September 15th, 2023 12:39:22 PM
Drack, not knowing what is going on elsewhere, continues his discussion with the goblin. "You don't take nets and people sized bags to a raid. Who sent you? if there are others of your kind still in the area, know that you will be the first to die. Tell me the truth. Who sent you and why are you really here, or I will finish this conversation permanently"
Active effects: bless, +1 on attacks and saves vs. fear, duration 6 minutes Divine Favor, +2 to hit, +2 to damage, duration 1 minute
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday September 15th, 2023 3:26:53 PM
With several of the others, whom Loryn knew were far more perceptive than himself, stalking down the source of the smell, He moves over to Drack calling out his suspision. Smells like cloth or canvas. Check the tents" The Dancing Lights Wink out He reminds Drack that they have been here a couple of days
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 d20+13=24 ; Friday September 15th, 2023 7:31:08 PM
Gnubert hearts the laughter in the woods, and speaks loudly enough to be heard by his friends, "There are goblins out to the southwest of us laughing. This is a setup to catch us spread out, and off guard!" Gnubert casts dancing lights, and sends the four orbs off in that direction while maintaining watch over the children. (Perception DC 24)
GM Jon - Night 2 - Other side of camp Sunday September 17th, 2023 1:32:13 AM
(OOC: Sorry about not posting, we have some kind of non-covid bug going around work, and I haven't felt like getting on my computer for more than a few minutes.)
Between Ash, Mortimer and his unconventional fire suppresant, and Manolo, the fires started by the fireball are put out.
While putting the fires out, Mortimer takes a moment to dip into his magics and his eyes change color to black pools...with this vision he doesn't see anyone beyonf the fireball remains, other than a deer looking back at him with some tender twigs in its mouth
While this is happening Torry begins moving back to the other side of camp.
Gnubert creates four bobbing and dancing lights that spread out to illuminate the forest again, warning his friends that "This is a setup!"
Drack asks point blank "Who sent you, answer or die. And we'll know if you're lying!" Loryn joins Drack in the "Parlay" with the goblin, asking "Who's your tribe and your chief?"
What Torry sees is that the forest-side of both the dark and light green tents are on fire, not ragin, but its struggling to catch
Goblin, still has his arms crossed, He doesn't seem to fear Drack or Loryn, and puffs out his chest, " Broken Spear Tribe. We have taken over this region from the weakling clans who were here. We knew humans were coming here with children, you talk alot and too loud. Captives make good slaves, and good food. Chief is Groudon, Orc Slayer. He sent us. Current slaves not much good. Need new ones to maintain camp and cook pots."
OOC2: If y'all spot double letters like P's and U's, either my keyboard or word software is having an issue
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:26 F10: R11 W:13 Sunday September 17th, 2023 7:44:01 AM
"Oh! Fire! there's a fire here! Um, two actually. They've set the tents on fire....a bit." Torryn exclaimed as loudly as she could, which sadly wasn't very loud. Her voice was simply not accomplished at shouting or singing. Still, she hoped that it sufficed. She had no water with which to extinguish the flames, but could extinguish them by smothering them. Her tactic was a simple one: collapse the tent and use that material to suffocate the burgeoning flame. However, she could only do this to one tent at a time. She elected to complete this task for the light green tent first. It struck her that they really ought to spread out and be vigilant, but when faced with such numbers as had arrived, she had her doubts that it was the best approach.
(OOC: Torryn simply intends to knock the tent flat and then trample the part that will most effectively starve the flame. She'll then do the samew for the other tent - unless assistance arrives beforehand.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=13 ; Sunday September 17th, 2023 7:55:21 PM
Manolo tries to figure out if he heard anything about the goblins or the chief, or something related to the Broken Spear Tribe.
Local knowledge 22
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 d20+6=24 ; Sunday September 17th, 2023 9:58:29 PM
Ash moves towards the fires on the tents and starts stomping and putting them out. He keeps scanning the woods for another attack. Perception 24
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:26 F10: R11 W:13 d8=7 ; d20=20 ; Monday September 18th, 2023 7:38:49 AM
"Great work, Ash." Torryn said encouragingly. Seeing him scouting the environs as well as stomping most effectively, Torryn thought it wise to do the same. Why was everyone else always so much more sensible than her? Maybe it was because she was the youngest, or maybe it was simply her flighty nature. That had proven remarkably resistant to both her father's and Agratha's determined interventions.
Torryn looked around for signs of more trouble.
(OOC: Please ignore the d8 roll. I've no idea how that got in there. A Natural 20 for Perception. I've peaked!)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:52/42. shield, false life d20+7=26 ; d20+26=43 ; Monday September 18th, 2023 10:30:59 AM
Mortimer has never known deer, or any other woodland creatures, to use tender twigs. "You cheeky li'l bastards!" he states with a touch of respect for their tactics. (Disbelieve Will Save: 26.
He mutters a few more words of power and gains an uncanny swiftness.
(Mortimer casts Expeditious Retreat on himself. +30ft Speed.)
Mortimer goes bounding after four-legged arsonist; with leaps and bounds if necessary.
(Acrobatics: [long jump]: 43.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+7=13 ; Monday September 18th, 2023 12:02:32 PM
Drack moves to help put out the fires, and keep an eye on the North side of camp for the Goblins that started them.He also makes sure that Gnubert is still guarding the kids. (perception check 13)
"Loryn, if he does anything, end him"
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K 3d4+3=12 ; d20+4=20 ; Monday September 18th, 2023 12:20:28 PM "Chief is Groudon, Orc Slayer and the Broken Spear Tribe eh?" Loryn responds with confirmation "I know goblins are known for being stupid and unable to count well. But in less than the time it takes you to pee, we killed all of you and your dogs from 2 directions. We can kill the rest of you and then your tribe, or you can pack and run so when we come hunting you, we dont find you."
Loryn draws his slivered Hook hammer, "Pick one"
Loryn Readies for him to run with a Magic Missile spell Dmg 12 Perception 20
GM Jon - Night 2 - Other side of camp Monday September 18th, 2023 6:01:16 PM
Torry discovers that the green tents are struggling to burst into flames, calls out for aid, and knocks the light green tent over with the intention to leap and dance upon it until the fires are out, while checking out the area around her
Manolo thinks about goblins for a moment Highlight to display spoiler: { They seem to be a new tribe to the region. their Chief is said to be smarter that most goblinoids }
Ash runs to Torry's side and begins stomping out the flames on the downed tent ...
Mortimer observes the deer, who is eating, and prepares to charge it, when the deer pops its head up, sniffs the air, drops the food out of its mouth and halls butt the opposite direction of the fires
Drack directs Loryn to "Deal with the goblin," as he runs to help with the burning tents
The Goblin mutters something under it's breath, then replies, "Kill me so I die with honor. I refuse to run!"
For Torry Highlight to display spoiler: { what you see is puzzling. It looks like all the items in the two tents has been thrown out the back side of the tents, and food, clothes, and other items perhaps taken from the pile of stuff left. you do see two sets of tracks, goblin sized heading into the woods }
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 d20+13=17 ; Monday September 18th, 2023 7:21:56 PM
Gnubert continues to guard the kids, and pokes his head inside to do a quick count to make sure he isn't missing anyone. "It is going to be ok . Just let us deal with this mess out here and we will get you all home safely." the cleric whispers to the children. Gnubert pulls his head back, and scans the area for danger (Perception DC 17)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Monday September 18th, 2023 9:27:12 PM
Manolo tells everybody the fact or rumor he just remembered.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:26 F10: R11 W:13 Tuesday September 19th, 2023 7:54:27 AM
"Hey! It looks like they've taken some food and clothing." Torryn informs all within earshot as she finished trampling the end of the canvas to fully extinguish the flame. She then turned to Ash.
"Ash, we'd better tackle the next tent first, but do you see those track. I'd say there were at least two of them that ran off into the woods. Do you think maybe they are just hungry?" Perhaps she was being naïve. Her main concern was the safety of the children, not the equipment. As long as the goblins didn't get near the children she was prepared to give them the benefit of the doubt. Still, were the sacks for the kids or for food, or both? Drack was much better than her at intuiting such things.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Tuesday September 19th, 2023 7:59:52 AM
" Maybe, Torryn " Ash replies. " The sacks do make me think there were more nefarious plans.. but maybe they were just hoping to get some food. I don't see why a group of goblins would attack as a distraction, but goblins are dumb for a lack of a better word. "
He goes to the second tent with her and helps put out the flames.
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday September 19th, 2023 8:49:28 AM
Loryn furrows his brow, "Wish granted." He casts Magic Missile Dmg 12
To the corpse he says, "Goblins run all of the time. It's what you are known for across the Wold"
Loryn turns to frown again. They snuck in right under our noses and got into several tents, started a fire and escaped without being seen or heard. The gnome was not happy with the implications. Had to be magic and that made smart goblins and that made wiping them out more urgent and more difficult. Loryn picks the nearest tent and heads in for a quick inspection.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+7=11 ; Tuesday September 19th, 2023 9:42:39 AM
Drack will patrol the camp while the others investigated the damage. Maybe the goblins were done for the night, and maybe they were not. Either way, he wanted to make sure he could intercept anything coming near the camp.(perception 11)
Active effects: bless, +1 on attacks and saves vs. fear, duration 6 minutes Divine Favor, +2 to hit, +2 to damage, duration 1 minute
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=6 ; Tuesday September 19th, 2023 7:25:32 PM
Manolo will help Drack for a while.
Perception 16
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:52/42. shield, false life d20+4=22 ; d20+10=26 ; Tuesday September 19th, 2023 8:19:35 PM
Mortimer was sure he saw tinder twigs in that deer's mouth. Almost as if someone had said there were. He also can't fathom why this deer thought this locale was a right fine spot for an early morning snack. After all, the smell of blood in the air, the shrieks and cries of the dead and dying, not to mention all the fire and smoke, produce such a pleasant ambiance for sampling the tasty delights provided by Mother Wold's garden. With a sigh, Mortimer states, "Creatures, daft as these, were only meant to be food!" He decides that next time he sees that deer, he will make sure it lives up to that potential.
Mortimer takes his time to look for anything of interest (Perception: 22). "Everybody accounted for, yeah?" he asks. "Looks like we has enough gobbie meat for a decent breakfast." The statement was said in jest (instead of ingest :). It was meant for the others hiding and listening in the dark. (Bluff: 26)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:52/42. shield, false life, darkvision, expedite Tuesday September 19th, 2023 8:21:59 PM
(ooc: adding active spells to the post name line.)
GM Jon - Night 2 - Other side of camp Tuesday September 19th, 2023 9:46:30 PM
Gnubert keeps the kiddos from panicking, while keeping a weather eye out for trouble
Manolo shares what he remembers of the goblins' tribe "They seem to be a new tribe to the region. The Chief is said to be smarter that most goblinoids."
Torry and Ash get the fire out on the light green tent then turn to the dark green one. Torry ponders whether the goblins were just hungry, however, Ash reminds her that the goblins did come with sacks ands planned a distraction, so they were probably up to no good.
Loryn complies with the goblins' wishes, and uses magic to end the goblins' life. Loryn then reminds the now deceased goblin, "Your race is known for running by the way!"
Drack, with Manolo in tow, check out the edges of the campsite. They both find the tracks that Torry pointed out, and best guess, the two goblins that ran, stoppepd somewhere and then snuck back into camp to cause mayhem.
Mortimer watches the deer bound away. What the deer was chewing on were young stemmed plants, that resembled twigs and sticks, but that are sweet to the tongue. Thinking aabout food, Mortimer wanders back into camp asking who is hungry for goblin surprise
What Mortimer, and the rest of you find after cleaning the dead bodies away: Each of the 22 goblins were wearing - leather armor and using light wooden shields. They also had short swords and short bows, and at this point there's around 200 useable arrows. Each goblin also had some pieces of trimmed obsidian (so no sharp edges) - enough for each PC to gain 5 apiece. After assessing them, each piece is worth 10gp.
Once everything is settled down, the party realizes that Mole is gone. Where he was standing is a note, "My friends I've been called away. Once I am free of my obligation, I may return."
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:26 F10: R11 W:13 Wednesday September 20th, 2023 5:03:41 AM
"Oh, Mole is gone then and we don't know for how long." Torryn observed somewhat needlessly as everyone could read. "I guess it must be important" What was also important, was caring for the children. Torryn entered the tent in which they were sheltering.
"Well done everyone! You were all quiet as mice and that was perfect, because then, we could focus on bashing Goblin heads without worrying about you. SO - you guys get a reward." She smiled and let the excitement build. It was an excellent distraction from the fear that had pervaded the tent when she entered. She then distributed the five pieces of obsidian that she'd been given. Five didn't provide enough for everyone, but she had no doubt at all that Drack would ensure that every child received one. "Those will buy you some treats when you get back and your parents will certainly appreciate the spare change that you give them." It was only then that she remembered her bow and spear. How could she be so forgetful? Again!
"Dracky will be along shortly, or I'll be back with the rest of those little gems - yes, they are real. Until then, sit tight and play Mice. We'll tell you when the nasty goblins are really gone." With another broad grin Torryn disappeared back out of the tent to belatedly collect her spear and bow.
"Is that it?" She asked no one in particular.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Wednesday September 20th, 2023 8:41:04 AM
Once Torry catches Drack, and asks about the obsidian, he hands his over for her to distribute.
"Once the danger seems to have passed, and everyone gathers back in the camp, Drack will mention "They will likely return, and in greater numbers. The safest thing to do would be to head back with the kids, but i think that they need to stay out here for the full duration. Should we relocate this camp, and see if we can find a better and safer spot? Goblins usually aren't smart enough for a two pronged attack, so its apparent they have learned some tactics."
"Depending on what the goblins took, we may be low on food as well. Either we hunt, or one of us goes back to town during the day for supplies. Probably Torry since she brought her horse. Thoughts?"
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+8=28 ; Wednesday September 20th, 2023 10:12:57 AM "we've a couple more hours until dawn, at which point we take the children and what we can from this back home. We may be the furthest out, but this new chief and tribe may also be a danger to the other two groups. The kids can learn skills other than hiding at a later date."
Loryn nods to Torrynashkabbeth, "Brilliant idea." Loryn sees to it that each of the children is gifted with one of the pieces of obsidian and then the rest distributed among the party
"Equal shares and equal parts Torrynashkabbeth." for ease of math how about we each get 3 at 10gp each Appraisal DC 28
"Thanks, Loryn!" Torryn beamed in delight. She'd actually had a good idea!
"I'm pretty sure that those good people didn't send their kids out to be target practice for goblins and like Dracky said, they are using smarter tactics. What if we're too tough and they go after one of the other groups nearer to town? I think we need to take them back and then get the others back too. We can go have a 'a word' or two with this new chief and see if we can't get him to shift his priorities a bit. Seriously though, he's lost a LOT of people here already. How many more can he bring? I guess we wait until dawn and then decide. Goblins won't be attacking in daylight....will they, Dracky?"
(OOC: Shield has now expired. Header adjusted.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:52/42. shield, false life, darkvision, expedite Wednesday September 20th, 2023 4:53:55 PM "Yeah, good thinkin'. Let's return them in the same condition we found'em." He then looks at his tent and adds, "Now, did those li'l buggers run off with any of our bits and bobs?" Mortimer checks his bedroll and haversack that Nuts, his petrified squirrel, was guarding. He may be made of stone, but he looks furry and furious!
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Wednesday September 20th, 2023 7:15:00 PM
Gnubert sighs in relief when it appears the enemy is gone. The cleric tucks his obsidian shards into Loryn's hands and smiles. "What do you mean Mole is gone? Where did he go? I do not understand. He just vanished? What in the name of the Gods is going on?" Gnubert sighs and takes a deep breath. You are just on edge. It has been a busy night. It is ok. he mutters to himself, under his breath.
Gnubert looks at the others," perhaps we should take inventory of anything that has been taken. If they are using dogs they could track the children back to the village, and we certainly do not want that. Not to mention if they have burnt a few tents we should be prepared to have teh children sleep in the tents, and the rest of us around them. Moving before sunrise would be most unwise."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; Wednesday September 20th, 2023 7:55:07 PM
Manolo asks ,"Shouldn't we give the weapon to the kids?....It might come in handy."
GM Jon - Night 2 - almost to dawn Wednesday September 20th, 2023 9:44:23 PM
OOC: My responses are gonna be wonky the next few days - I'm flying to Dallas to walk for my masters ... I'm taking my laptop, but there's a 3 hour time difference.
The fires are all out. The two goblins who had run off, came back and stole food and clothing out of the two green tents, and scattered other gear between the back of the tent and the forests' edge.
Torry realizes that Mole is missing and communicates that to the party. She then moved to the tent where the kids were. She praised the children for being so quiet during the battle, and for staying out of mischief. She goes so far as to give her shiny rocks out to five of the kids, with a promise that "Uncle Dracky" would make sure the rest got shiny rocks too.
Drack agrees once Torry finds him, and he hands over three more pieces of obsidian.ack then discusses the possibility that the goiblins may return. The two choices Drack provides are: "Return to town early" or "Relocate to a location of our choosing."
The discussion of hunting for food, is met with several of the kids stating, "If you're going hunting can we come too?"
Loryn listens and then shares that once dawn breaks take the kiddos back to town, and then after all the kids have a piece of obsidian, redistributing the remaining pieces amongst the party (3 pieces each, each worth 10gp) For Loryn Highlight to display spoiler: { Whomever trimmed these pieces down knew what they were doing so that the edges won't cut, and they didn't take a huge amount off of each piece either }
As Torry, Mortimer, and Loryn discuss returning early, the kids all start talking at the same time, then Makaela pops out, plops her hands on her hips, and pouts, "We can't go back early. We'll be the laughing stock. No one will want to take us as apprentices. Can't we stay longer? I for one want to learn more about how Torry fights, she's beautiful and a dancer (these are tinged with jealousy). I know the boys want to spend time with Mortimer and Drack. Um, what did you say Mondo?" Mondo pops his head out, and mumbles, "They kicked ass!" He then pulls his head back in, while his friends laugh at him for cursing.
Gnubert takes a moment to catch his breath before joining in on the conversation, shocked to hear that Mole is gone. He then prompts that an "Inventory should be taken" and that reassigning folks and kids to the tents is a solid idea.
Manolo, lookinf at the pile of goblin equipment, ponders, "Should we arm the kids?" The kids of course are all for getting to carry weapons like the adults...
OOC2: I don't know who was sleeping in those two tents - I know two of y'all said you took everything you own with you when the combat started. the goblins' main task was to grab food, and then whatever else they could grab. So if there was food, spare clothes, and blankets in either of those tents, that stuff is now all gone
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Wednesday September 20th, 2023 11:01:17 PM
" so they're nervous if being made fun of, so lets have some fun with it. Lets tell the story that we were surprised and the kids actually fought off the goblins. I mean they're goblins, a young child can take care of them. We'll tell the people that matter the truth obviously, but these kids can look like real heroes and give them a leg up on life. "
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:22 F10: R11 W:13 Thursday September 21st, 2023 3:33:39 AM
"I'm not sure we should go that far." Torryn replied hesitantly. She was not comfortable with the lie. "They did however, help greatly in adhering to instruction and not revealing themselves. That DID play an important part in how things turned out. As to the 'never getting apprenticeships', that's just ridiculous. Every employer wants someone that listens to what they're told and actually complies.....that's why I struggled and had to stay at home." It didn't strike Torryn that starting your life based on lie was a good start at all.
"Let's all collect everything we can and find out how much is missing. That includes the youngsters. They can definitely help with that." Torryn was relieved that she'd been with the girls in the pink tent. her bow and spear were safe. It would have been embarrassing if she'd lost those. Worse, having the bow in the hands of the enemy would have caused a lot of woe; of that she was certain. She then addressed the children.
"Hey, everyone, listen up. I need you to collect everything you can find, but stay IN the campsite. Pile it up as neat as you can so we can see what's missing. That would be awesome if you could do that. Oh, and while you're doing it, keep an eye open for more goblins returning. They might, and they might see you as easy targets; so everyone grab a goblin weapon. You are to be armed at all times." Torryn knew that none of them would have held a goblin weapon before. It would be exciting and distracting. Also, to go back with such trophies would offset considerable embarrassment. Ash's idea to portray them as heroes could be amended to still salvage much from the situation. As to whether they did return immediately; she felt it the wisest course, but it needed to be a team decision.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday September 21st, 2023 8:15:00 AM
Drack just nods and says "So be it" when Loryn declares they are going home.
He doesn't give too much thought to Mole's departure. Whatever called him away must have been important. Drack just hopes all is well.
Once the kids chime in their fears of returning, Drack turns to Loryn and quietly says. "This is important to them and their future. I think you should reconsider returning. Let us find another location.We can send one person back to town on spot to spread the word of the goblins. It may even be a good idea for us and the kids to keep moving, and trying to find one of the other camps might be a good idea. they may have also come under goblin attack."
GM Jon - Night 2 - almost to dawn Thursday September 21st, 2023 10:25:29 AM
OOC: A thought i had last night while packing ... as the kids will be armed, each one of y'all pick one ... should we need to roll for defending themselves, I'll let the teachers test the kiddos learning (that's said in a Texas drawl) ... are y'all giving them only the swords, or bow and arrow too, or should I determine which kids asked for what, or just go with Nick's idea of only swords ... I'm gonna let y'all decide
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday September 21st, 2023 11:34:34 AM
Loryn moves a few steps to the side with Drack and keeps his voice down.
"Not dying is also important to their future. Anyone of these kids would be dead in less than a second in combat with a goblin or one of their war dogs. You and I both know that. We stay out here and one of them dies, maybe more than one. I don't want to have that conversation with a parent back home"
Hearing something about hunting he shouts back to the group, "Hey! No one is going hunting."
he turns back to Drack. "All of us, not the kids, need to be in agreement on what we're going to do."
With the kids currently distracted getting weapons, Loryn calls out, No bows, just swords!" and cleaning up the campsite.
Loryn gets the whole hero crew together. "We need to have a conversation on what to do. Drack has suggested that perhaps we could stay out and stay on the move. Hike and camp, circling back towards town. doing what we can to instruct our charges and perhaps keeping them all alive. I am willing to go that route if everyone else is. I believe the best and safest course for our charges is to get them home at dawn and arrange to come back out after we deal with this new tribe. Everyone needs to weigh in here. Ash? Manolo? Mortimer? Gnubert? Torrynaskabbeth? Drack? Home or on the move?"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday September 21st, 2023 2:24:34 PM
“I think we stay out here. We send Torry to town on spot with word of what happened while the rest of us clean up the camp and get ready to move. We wait for Torry to quickly inform them and see what they want us to do. If the town wants us to return, we do. If they don’t, then we move and camp every night and teach the kids what we can while doing it. That is my opinion.”
Torryn respected Drack greatly. He always seemed to know exactly what to do or say, but in this instance she had to disagree.
"I'm with Loryn. I don't want to be the one to tell a parent that their child is dead because they were worried about failing this ... experience. I'd say that with everything that's happened they've already passed. I vote that we return. That beings aid, I'll abide by the majority decision." It was rare to see Torryn so serious, but it wasn't just their lives that they were risking.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Thursday September 21st, 2023 7:09:16 PM
Gnubert looks around at the others arming the kids, and sighs softly while talking to himself, this is a bad idea. Children tend to be over confident without adding weapons, and bravado to the mix. Gnubert starts at Loryn's words, "Straight back home is the best course of action. Then we can come back , and do well what we do."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=16 ; Thursday September 21st, 2023 8:40:13 PM
Manolo stays aloof for a few seconds. It feels weird.....he remembers first time meeting Lanliss, The battle for Effacia. He starts to have tears at his eyes, Lady Barleybloom and her -Tokens of my Confection, 'I miss home', he thinks. He moves away from the others for a few more moments.
He stands tall and goes towards the kids not caring what about the others say "Listen to ME!, I am not planning on anyone of you ending up on deaths step in front of Gragul!", He says passionately. He plagiarizes something Lanliss told him "The things we do and places we go are no place for children !", "You all have eagerness to fight but your body is still frail, you don't have the experience or the knowledge and you barely have armor."........ ....."We are returning, you only fight if we die or we tell you to fight.,Got it ?!"
Intimidate or Diplomacy 25 or 23
OOC: unless DM thinks something else to use as a skill or another roll needed. OOC: stole the sentence from Keepers of the Vale, Chris J, Velarin
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday September 21st, 2023 10:11:14 PM
“Fair enough. We return home. We should try and train them a little more when we are not too far from town then. Give them something to remember and be able to tell their friends and family about.”
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Thursday September 21st, 2023 11:02:16 PM
Ash liked his idea of the kids looking like the heroes, but apparently the others didn't. So ash shrugged and shelfed it.
"I assumed as much that we'd head right home."
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:22 F10: R11 W:13 Friday September 22nd, 2023 9:38:17 AM
"It's for the best." Torryn told the children, a little intimidated herself by the fervour of Manny's speech. "Anyway, Dracky and I will be delighted to teach you some 'special' moves along he way; that is, if you want to learn them. I mean, if you want to stay and get eaten by goblins...." She smiled broadly at the end, clearly teasing the children, who she knew loved grisly tales. Hopefully, they didn't want to play an active part in those tales.
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday September 22nd, 2023 10:26:45 AM
Loryn takes a step back as Manolo talks to the children. A little fire, good to see.
"Settled, we get the kids out of danger"
Loryn returns to his tent to lie down for a a short nap. His watch was almost over and at 4am, he was tired. An hour or so would do wonders.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision Friday September 22nd, 2023 12:44:42 PM "Agreed. Though it may be useful to teach them basic defense techniques ... now that they're armed. Human and gnome children are the goblin's favorite meat. I ought ta know."
GM Jon - Night 2 - almost to dawn Friday September 22nd, 2023 3:29:00 PM
With a few hours from dawn, the group, including the kiddos, moves what gear is left from the two green tents. The tents are salvageable as they were treated against most weather conditions. They just smell bad.
The kids find another 12 arrows, which look like they were dropped on the ground.
An idea was tossed out about the "kiddos" being the ones who ran off the goblins. That idea gets shot down fast.
At the mention of hunting, Loryn puts his foot down, exclaiming, "No Hunting!"
Loryn and Drack then discuss weapons, and each Child is handed a goblin short sword in a sheath. The boys greedily accept them, and practice drawing and sheathing them
Amber and Dandila, decline the swords, moving to Torry instead and asking, "Will you teach us to fight like you do?"
Makaela and Celeste both accept swords, move away from the boys, and they pracice drawing, sheathing, and then they appear to be discussing strikes they observed the party making while they peeked out the tent during the combat.
Loryn asks for a vote on staying or going:
Loryn votes to return Drack says "We stay, but hike to a new spot." Torry advocates for retunring, but will accepts the groups decision if it is to stay Gnubert agrees that returning is the best course of action Manolo ponders his past for a moment, and then approaches the children, voiceing his choice of "returning, and the children only using their weapons if told" Ash votes to return Mortimer advocates for teaching the kids defensive moves, something that can be started on the way back to town
The children all group up and hold a whispered conversation, then Foxxglove gets shoved forwards. It is evident he doesn't want to be the spokesperson, "We appreciate what you all have taught us, and we would like to learn what else we can on the way home. These goblins, we've had raids, smaller numbers and they took mostly food and animals. Letting the Mayor know would be a good, umm, idea. Can we have breakfast first.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision Friday September 22nd, 2023 3:49:37 PM
(ooc: Mortimer said "Agreed," in response to Loryn's statement. Sorry if that wasn't clear.)
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday September 22nd, 2023 4:19:39 PM
Because it is still 4am and dark, Loryn stays put in his tent and gets some shut eye.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 31/35 ; d20=16 ; Friday September 22nd, 2023 9:17:02 PM
'Manolo thinks about the breakfast for a second and will help in preparing or hunting/salvaging for breakfast.
Aid another 16
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Saturday September 23rd, 2023 3:56:34 AM
"Breakfast is an excellent idea." Confirmed Torryn. "We just need to ask Loryn nicely about that. As you two.." She turned to Amber and Dandila. "Of course. I'd be honoured to teach you, but first we need to fix those tents. Come along, I'll show you a neat trick." With that she took the two girls to the light green tent and kneeling beside it, invoked her fey magic to 'mend' the tent. That done, she moved along to the dark green tent and repeated the process.
(OOC: Such time has passed that her 'Fey Armour' spell has dropped. Header adjusted.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Saturday September 23rd, 2023 7:23:52 AM
Ash will stay awake and help with breakfast. His gear eas easy enough to pack, and Oslo just needed a quick feed and left to wander by himself a few minutes.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision Saturday September 23rd, 2023 12:50:01 PM
As some decide to go back to bed, Mortimer instead retrieves his haversack from his tent. From inside, he pulls out his trusty shovel. He decides to start digging a hole in the area were the fire had been. For some reason, the burnt vegetation and ash provided a more cleansing palette on which to dig.
After reaching a suitable size and depth, he started gathering up the goblin dead and casting them in. Mortimer didn't trouble himself with their condition or care. As he needed, he press their corpses down tighter with his feet to make more room for others. He couldn't help but savor the sound of their snapping and crackling bones with each stomp. As the last one is thrown in, Mortimer pauses as he mutters a brief statement, "Take 'em back and try again. You can do better than this."
He then begins to refill the grave.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Sunday September 24th, 2023 8:45:24 PM
Gnubert continues to stand watch, unsure of what else to do. The cleric watches the campsite get repaired, and then when Foxxglove speaks he respectfully listens to the youngster speak. Gnubert nods, and smiles at the young man, "I am not much of a cook but there is someone here who is a heck of a cook, and maybe we should ask them..." Gnubert turns and looks a Loryn.
When Mortimer begins to bury the goblins Gnubert gasps as Mortimer begins squishes them down in the pit, breaking bones in the process. Gnubert is speechless for a while as he watches Mortimer finish up. The cleric waits until Mortimer is finished, and then walks over to the grave where he says a prayer to all the Gods.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 3d6=9 ; d20+7=13 ; Monday September 25th, 2023 10:54:57 AM
Drack will Lay hands on Manolo, healing him for 9. If anyone else is injured, Drack will lay hands on them as well. He will spend the rest of the night on watch(perception 13). After the night is done, Drack will lay hands upon himself to get rid of the fatigue, and then pray to Domi for spells. Following that, and breakfast, Drack will prepare to start hiking in the general direction of town.
Lay hands: 9/9 Spells: Divine Favor Bless
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+10=24 ; Monday September 25th, 2023 4:41:53 PM
About an hour after sunrise, Loryn will make his way out of his tent. He shakes his head a those who did not have a watch who had stayed up fumbling out and working in the dark. the gnome figured in about 7 hours, the hike back would be taking a toll on them. A learning point for the kids he figured he would teaching later. For now, those interested in learning a bit more how not to hate the outdoors by learning how to eat good food, could gather around.
Loryn produced several small wheels of cheese, a few dozen eggs and several fresh loaves of bread from the Bag of Holding. As well as a basket of fruit and a few jugs of juice. He explains it's a basic but hearty breakfast. He was planning on game and sausage later on with a good thick gravy. But with the events, he was pulling back a little Cooking 24
He'll assign several kids to assist with clean up and supervise to make sure these are done correclty and as the time closed toward mid morning. The cooking station was ready for travelling
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision Monday September 25th, 2023 10:51:05 PM
After gravedigging duties, Mortimer takes up his time on watch. At least he thinks it was. He wasn't sure when his watch was, but he certainly wasn't getting any more sleep that morning.
Breakfast was always a pleasant balance to the rise of an oppressive sun. He does try his best to restrain his ravenous hunger; there being so many more mouths to feed. The icy chill from his spellcasting also dries him out terribly. He's finished off two full waterskins since the fight with the goblins. He could have abstained from drinking so much, but he didn't see the need with a plentiful source nearby.
Mortimer's otherworldly durability has allowed him to endure a week without water. Though it was his proclivity for bluffing that got that evil jailer to open his cell door; playing dead came natural to him. The jailer would soon learn to regret that decision.
GM Jon - Day 3 - A New Day Tuesday September 26th, 2023 12:04:25 AM
After the events of the pre-dawn attack, Loryn went in his tent and fell asleep.
Drack catches up with Manolo, and dips into his magics healing his friend (healed 9 damage)
Manolo and Ash think about breakfast, and use a torch to look for fresh veggies and fruits
Torry, stating the obvious, "Breakfast is an excellent idea!". This is followed up by Amber and Dandila following Torry to the messed up tents and showing the girls how to Repair the tents, utilizing magic to help
Mortimer spends time digging a hole, then squishes the dead goblins into the ground and then covers them with dirt
Gnubert watches the activity in the camp, and listens to Loryn snore. Mortimer's activity causes Gnubert to experience a moment of speechlessness ... and then once Mortimer is done, Gnubert walks over and says a blanket pray to all the Gods
A few hours later ... (why did I just hear the Spongebob narrator in my head)
Drack heals himself of his fatigue and then prayed to Domi for spells
Loryn comes out of his tent, shakes his head at all the activity that happened while he was napping. He then begins having the kids help him set up food taken from his Bag of holding ... what little Manolo and Ash find is also added to the meal.
Once everyone is stuffed, and the dishes all washed ... the kids and party look around for anything they missed ... Mortimer catches sight of the deer he chased into the woods. It notices him staring, and bows its' head, then bounds away
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Tuesday September 26th, 2023 9:17:58 AM
With Amber and Dandila's help Spot was groomed, watered and well fed.
"You know, I was kind of hoping that you two could do an important job for me. Would you both mind riding on Spot as we head back? She's really tall and it is a long way down; so no problem if you'd rather not; it's just with Spot being so big, you'll be able to see a lot further and can warn everyone if you see a goblin or something like that." Torryn asked the two girls. She didn't really want to ride when everyone else was walking. Plus, it was true; Spot was a heavy horse. She was big. Sitting on her back you could see a lot better.
"And whoever is behind the one with the reins needs to carry my magical spear." She added as a sweetener. This time she'd be carrying her bow. At least that way she wouldn't forget it.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Tuesday September 26th, 2023 9:17:59 AM
Ash uses some cantrips to cleanup the kids faces after breakfast.
"Cant be bringing you home like little dirtballs."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday September 26th, 2023 9:45:43 AM
After getting ready for the day, and having breakfast, Drack will catch up with Loryn. "What say we move a few hours toward town, or a little more, and find a new camp site. A couple of kids want to learn from Torry, a couple want to learn from me, and a couple seem interested in the arcane arts. Let's try and find a safer spot further from goblins, and teach them something. If anyone can hunt, perhaps one of the stealthy kids would like to learn that. The first name that comes to mind for hunting would be Manolo due to his stealth. One person could borrow spot, ride to town and report on what has happened, hopefully returning before nightfall. We said we are going back, but that doesn't mean we have to do it quickly."
Lay hands: 9/9 Spells: Divine Favor Bless
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday September 26th, 2023 11:19:58 AM
Loryn packs up and takes to walking along back towards town. A full day will get them home a few hours before sunset, so when Drack mentions stopping in a few hours, he's not opposed. "We have a few hours built in on the trip back, not as important to get back before dark. Mid morning stop, lunch and mid afternoon breaks on an hour or so would work. Far as i know, Mole was the only person with any survival skills. Honestly I'm hoping we don't get lost on the way back. On hunting, wouldn't that involve putting some distance between us and whoever is going. I don't want to send a couple of kids just out there with Manolo for a couple hours beyond earshot. We stick together, talk to the kids about what we can at the breaks. You have to talk to Torrynashkabbeth on anyone with riding skills going ahead on Spot. Not my call."
GM Jon - Day 3 - A New Day Tuesday September 26th, 2023 4:55:34 PM
OOC: Sorry about last night guys - I was furiously writing and then had to give my dogs their night time meds, so didn't get my input saved until 9:02 pm my time. I'll check back in a few hours to see if anyone is gonna post and then move this along =)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; d20+10=20 ; d10=7 ; Tuesday September 26th, 2023 7:13:06 PM
" I am going to check the surroundings", Manolo says as he goes out to scout for danger and suspecious things
Perception 20
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Tuesday September 26th, 2023 7:32:44 PM
Gnubert helps with clean up, and loading their supplies. The cleric is deep in thought with Mole's leaving, and Mortimer's actions. Both are bothering him deeply. Gnubert ponders deeply, [i]first why would Mole leave them out here? Second, why would Mortimer desecreate the bodies of the goblins? We had already beaten them back, they lost, we won. What was done to the corpses was unnecessary and cruel! They were still the Gods creatures.[/b]
Gnubert trudges along behind the others, mace in hand, and distracted by the thoughts in his head.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday September 26th, 2023 9:07:10 PM
“Fair enough Loryn. I was actually thinking of taking the long way around town, and return tomorrow, but if we go back today, so be it. I will teach the boys what I can about swordsmanship with a lengthy lunch, and promise them to teach them more when I am in town, and don’t have much going on. Hunting is probably out for the duration we have. I would think that when in town if we make the effort to work with this group, it will give them more pride and status than 6 days in the woods. Helping people to learn to help themselves is why I am where I am, and I think Domi would approve.”
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision Tuesday September 26th, 2023 10:04:57 PM
Along the way, Mortimer notices the deer again. The idea of this deer hanging around during and after a combat, with all the blood, death and fire, was inconceivable. Now the animal gives him a knowing nod!
Mortimer asks, "Uhhh, what is it when prey doesn't act like prey?" He pauses and then answers his own question, "When it's a stalker! A deer has been followin' us, yeah. Watchin' us!"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday September 26th, 2023 10:47:52 PM
Drack whips his head around when Mortimer mentions the deer. “What exactly did you see Mortimer? I would really like to know.”
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision Tuesday September 26th, 2023 11:31:35 PM "There was a deer watchin' the fight with the goblins. Thought it a gobbie, I did, in disguise tryin' ta set fire to the tents. I charged at it an' the critter darted off in a very deer-like way. No gobbie can move like that. Though it's not very deer-like ta hang around with all the blood, fire and clamour of combat. Then I saw it again after breakfast ... and it gave me a nod before runnin' off."
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Wednesday September 27th, 2023 5:22:35 AM
"That does sound odd." Agreed Torrynashkabbeth. "Maybe, if it reappears, Dracky and I could try to ascertain if it's an evil thingy - in disguise." She actually didn't hold out much hope for that as her capacity to detect the presence of evil didn't extend that far and deer were notorious for being elusive and keeping their distance. However, she did now have her bow and that could reach a lot further, not that she was awfully keen on shooting a deer, especially not one that had done them any harm.
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday September 27th, 2023 9:41:34 AM
Loryn listens to Mortimer and the others, It was certainly an oddity. The gnome found himself wishing Mole was still around. A druid would be mighty handy right about now and so he falls to his next best thing, at least in his mind. "Torrynashkabbeth? You're part Fey right? Anything? Or maybe an animal companion to a druid? Biggest problem I see is that none of us can track it and none of us could keep up with it. Not being a fan of shoot first and hope to be right and figure it out later, I'm not thinking of anything we can particularly do. Keep an eye out? Sure, but what then."
The group walks and talks planning for a mid morning stop to 'teach' the kids some stuff
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+7=15 ; Wednesday September 27th, 2023 10:43:15 AM
“Yeah Loryn, maybe an animal companion, maybe even a Druid itself. Never met one, but I’ve heard they change into animal forms. Either way, I think we leave it be unless it proves to mean us harm. A normal deer wouldn’t be anywhere near what happened last night. And thanks for breakfast Loryn. Well done as usual. Shall we move on to where we break for lunch? I have a feeling that after we report in to the council, we are going goblin hunting.”
Drack will keep a watchful eye on their surroundings, looking for goblins, the deer that Mortimer spoke of, or anything odd. (Perception 15)( hopefully all the good rolls are being saved for combat by the die roller)
GM Jon - Day 3 - LUNCHTIME, YUM Wednesday September 27th, 2023 1:26:17 PM
OOC: Sorry, I totally blame my wife and "Who's Line Is It Anyway" for not posting last night
IC: Manolo goes out to look for "Dangerous and Suspicous" things. He does find several poisonous plants (the Oak variety), and an underground wasp's nest (which he avoids). He also spots deer and rabbit tracks in the brush about 20 to 30' away from where they party is.
With everything cleaned and packed up, Gnubert contemplates two actions, that Mole left the party out in the wilderness without a word, and, the way Mortimer desecrated the goblins' bodies while burying them, especially since the party "won" the engagement. He wanders with his companions, mace at the ready, but appears distracted to anyone who looks at him.
Drack offers to teach those interested in what sword techniques he can offer on the way back to town, and again once the party is back in town. "A longer lunch would give me an opportunity for some lessons."
Mortimer sees the deer again, and almost stops, alerting the rest of the party, "Guys we have a stalker. That deer is following us, and it nodded at me." Drack almost stops once Mortimer shares this and asks for further details on the mysterious deer. Mortimer elaborates, "There was a deer watchin' the fight with the goblins. Thought it a gobbie, I did, in disguise tryin' ta set fire to the tents. I charged at it an' the critter darted off in a very deer-like way. No gobbie can move like that. Though it's not very deer-like ta hang around with all the blood, fire and clamour of combat. Then I saw it again after breakfast ... and it gave me a nod before runnin' off."
Torry responds with the "oddness" of the situation, and offers that she and Drack can attempt to "ascertain if it is a real deer or something else."
Loryn, now paying attention, shares his thoughts on,"Could it be a Fey, or perhaps a druid's companion." His advice is not to shoot first, but keep a weather eye out for the deer to return
Drack finishes the conversation as the party continues their walk, "Could be a Druid in animal form, I understand they can change their shape. Breakfast was delicious, but we should plan on finding a spot for lunch, if we're going to take time for some lessons.
Through all this the children have been talking amongst themselves, with several pointing out edible plants, and pointing out the large butterflies and dragonfly's in the area. They start discussing their prowess, or lack thereof, with their swords. When they hear Drack offer to continue training them once back in town, they all clap and start chanting, [b]"Drack, Drack, Drack" the girls then start chanting "Torry, Torry, Torry"
After an hour, the party finds a loverly glade. There is a small stream running on one side, and a whole mass of black berries bushes on the other. Some kind of ruin is in the middle, but it is covered in ivy and moss
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; Wednesday September 27th, 2023 2:53:31 PM
Manolo gathers some of the poison stuff for possibly future use and will join the group.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Wednesday September 27th, 2023 7:00:51 PM
Gnubert walks lost in his own thoughts, not even noticing the deer when it is pointed out. As they prepare for lunch Gnubert approaches Mortimer, "Mortimer? May I speak with you a bit more privately?" The cleric walks 20 or so paces away from the group, "I have a..well..umm...a question. Can you explain why you desecrated the goblin corpses? We won, no one was hurt. Why did you feel the need to trample their bodies?" Gnubert is visably upset, but his tone in not accusatory.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision Wednesday September 27th, 2023 8:15:45 PM
Mortimer answers, "Sure," to Gnubert's request. An eyebrow raises when he hears words like desecration in relation to his treatment of the goblins. His reply was simple and practical, "Needed to make more room in the hole, I did. So I stomped them down is all. Didn't want the mound ta be so tall that would encourage others ta dig 'em up." Mortimer pauses to choose his next words carefully, because he didn't want to upset the cleric. "As far as desecration is concerned, a gobbies existence is a desecration. No gods 'ad any hand in their creation. Gobbies were shaped inta being from the most wicked an' curst, blood rituals; deep, dark magiks. Could I have handled them with more care ... sure, but they had no problem eating me as a child."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 d20+7=22 ; Wednesday September 27th, 2023 9:56:12 PM
Ash watches the children in the glade, keeping an eye out for any returning goblins or worse.
Perception 22
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Thursday September 28th, 2023 5:41:43 AM
"What a beautiful place. I never knew it was here." Torryn commented delightedly before skipping around to try to take in the wonder of the setting. Iridescent dragonflies, colourful butterflies, glossy, edible berries and an enchanting ruin. To her it was a delight. She forgot all about the goblins.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday September 28th, 2023 9:57:17 AM
Drack takes an instant interest in whatever ruins are hidden under the brush. He will try and clear a little to see what the ruins actually are. Following that, he will spend some time tutoring the interested boys in the basics of combat
Make a Religion or Know: History check, DC 15: If you pass Highlight to display spoiler: {"This was a Druidic shrine. The damage is just time and nature wearing it down. The fact that the glade seems so perfect is probably due to whatever magic is left within the statue}
If you fail: Highlight to display spoiler: { This is a wonderful statue, well shaped, probably by a master mason. The effects of time and nature have worn it down to its' present state }
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision d20+1=17 ; Thursday September 28th, 2023 12:16:35 PM
Interrupted by the sights and sounds around him: the babbling brook, fresh berries, the ruins in the distance, the whole scene was quite idyllic. "Have ya taken in the surroundings, Gnubert? This is a far sight better than our last spot!"
Being so close to the Hamlet, he tries to recall any memories of this place. (Knowledge [Local]: 17)
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday September 28th, 2023 12:46:51 PM
Keeping an eye out for an odd behaving deer, Loryn walks along until the get to the glen. Good of a spot as any. Before getting too distracted with anything else, Loryn accompanies Drack to the ruin to make sure nothing is lurking under the brush. If nothing declares itself hostile, Loryn asks all of the children over. "So what can any of you tell me about what we've found here? What might this have been? How long has it been in disrepair? Are there any markings or clues in the rock?"
After the class on observation and deductive thinking, "Now lets do lunch and then everyone can get on with additional training with Drack the Torrynashkabbeth."
Loryn sets the children to gather water and black berries while he sets out a lunch of Salami, sharp cheese and crust bread. "We'll break again after a few more hours to talk magic and why the gnomes decided all of the other races should learn it"
GM Jon - Day 3 - LUNCHTIME, YUM Thursday September 28th, 2023 2:20:05 PM
Manolo decides to pocket some of the poison oak, including some of the berries, for later useage
Gnubert, who has been walking, lost in his own thoughts, asks to speak with Mortimer once they reach the glade. Gnubert seeks understanding on the "desecration of the goblins, after we beat them." Mortimers response is simple, "Needed them to squish down into the hole as not to leave a mound that would have been dug up."
Mortimer further elaborates on gobbis not being created by deities, but through the use of "dark magics and blood rituals"
Ash keeps an eye out on the glade, to ensure no goblins sneak up on the group
Torry forgot all about the goblin menace as she looked around at the beauty and bounty of the glade. The dragon and butterflies only enhanced the beauty and peacefullness of the area.
Mortimer searches his memory for any info on the region. It was or is known for its many druid locations, blessed moonpools, sacred glades, and monolithic stones are rumored to pepper the region. Whether the druid's continue their presence in the region is unkown, however, a deer following and then nodding at Mortimer may prove that Druids are active, just in secret.
Loryn assists Drack with his search of plants. Loryn also asks about the statue, which Mortimer knows something about, and Drack will share what he knows once he is finished examining the statue more closely
Loryn then discusses lunch, and then tells the kids to attend either Dracks' lessons or Torrys' as they both "Utilize different methods to their style of comabt.
Drack shares his findings with the group, "This was a Druidic shrine. The damage is just time and nature wearing it down. The fact that the glade seems so perfect is probably due to whatever magic is left within the statue."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+5=24 ; Thursday September 28th, 2023 3:26:14 PM
(Knowledge religion 24)
"Loryn, come take a look at this. A very old Druid shrine. Time has worn it down, but this area was likely protected by one or more Druids. I'm guessing that Mortimer's deer was likely one, keeping an eye out on what was occurring in its forest"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday September 28th, 2023 3:29:09 PM
Drack waited until after the kids had a chance to answer to reveal his thoughts. Sorry. missed Loryn's post.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision d20+4=9 ; Thursday September 28th, 2023 8:50:46 PM
His eyes widen with the realization of where they're at. "One of those proper sacred groves, it is. I 'eard about these hidden druid gardens. Better mind our pints and quarts, yeah!"
He looks around for the deer stalker. This could be where they call home. (Perception: 9.)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; Thursday September 28th, 2023 8:51:46 PM
Manolo returns and shows everyone what he has found.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Thursday September 28th, 2023 10:29:17 PM
Gnubert smiles weakly at Mortimer, "Eat you? As a child? Where were your parents? Certainly they tried to protect you?" Gnubert's mouth is agape in disbelief.
When Mortimer mentions their current surroundings the cleric realizes he hadn't noticed their current location, "it is pretty idyllic Mortimer. One has to wonder why a place like this would exist so close to the ugliness we just witnessed."
Ash sees where the really are, and then the other members confirm it.
"Not a bad place to be as long as we don't disturb nature. No goblin would come near the place, even if it is run down."
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 d20=8 ; Friday September 29th, 2023 5:20:00 AM
"Actually, I don't think that's true, Ash. Yes, we Fey sure love the harmony and beauty of this place and goblins - well, they aren't Fey at all; so with them - not so much. But, that doesn't mean that they can't enter. It's more like there's nothing to interest them here. Except....they did come with sacks and they are interested in us and we're here. So that means that - Oh look! A purple butterfly!" Torryn skipped merrily after the butterfly, whatever she was going to say, completely forgotten whilst she was absorbed with taking in all the many splendours of the old grove.
(Perception: 18 to see what else she can see/smell/hear)
GM Jon - Day 3 - Early evening Friday September 29th, 2023 10:26:19 PM
The group discusses the grove and the ruined statue. The overall conscencious, is that the grove may be tended by druids as evidenced by the deer hanging around, and keeping tabs on at least Mortimer.
Manolo also shares the leaves and berries he harvested, for use later.
Gnubert appears in shock as Mortimer shares a past life where "goblins ate me!"
Ash shares that "goblins shouldn't come near here."
Mortimer considers that the site is "active" and advocates for the group, in total, "mind their pints and quarts"
Torry shares that, as goblins aren't fey, there isn't much here to "be of interest to them" - her ADHD activates as she sees a purple butterfly, which triggers several of the kids, chasing it around until it lands on Ash's head, flapping its wings slowly, as if its tired from its flight
After a good lunch, and several hours of tutoring the group moves on. The closer group gets to town, the smell of woodsmoke, and cooking food begins lightly wafting through the air. The smells get more intense as the group comes to the outskirts of town. Several of the adults in town stop what they are doing when they see the adventurers have returned early with their "armed" group of kids.
Several adults turn and run for the Mayor's home. And a few others begin yelling for the parents of the kids in the group ...
The blacksmith actually walks up, his face changing from questioning to concern as he sees the expressions and looks he gets from the kids, and from the party ... "What happened out there? Your group is the second to return early?"
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Saturday September 30th, 2023 6:56:03 AM
Torryn smiled happily. There were no goblins nearby, no one had been hurt - apart from the goblins. Spot had enjoyed the walk AND she'd even remembered to carry her bow!
"What happened? Oh, goblins happened, but then we 'happened' straight back at them." Torryn explained without actually explaining anything at all. Still, that response evidently pleased her as she smiled broadly as she carried on further into town.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Saturday September 30th, 2023 7:00:28 PM
"Not saying they can't come in here, but more along the lines of them not wanting to come in. Goblins are cowardly, but they're also very superstitious. "
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday October 2nd, 2023 8:59:09 AM
Loryn is immediately concerned at the words of the good smith. "Second group?" he inquires He stops short letting the kids and anyone else keep going and questions the smith a little more. "When did another group come back and do you know their reasons Have any riders gone to the last group then?"
The gnome hoped but was not hopeful on the reasons one of the other groups came back early, but perhaps they arrived to discover the provisions gone and simply turned around. Unfortunately they would likely have to wait until morning to set out after the last group. None of them were skilled enough in the wilderness to make the journey in the dark
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; Monday October 2nd, 2023 9:37:45 AM
Manolo keeps quiet for a few moments. 'Someone attacking the groups?', he thinks and wonders about the story/tale they were told earlier. He blurts out, "Probably not true but someone might be on the hunt for children".
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Monday October 2nd, 2023 9:51:38 AM
"Oh. You probably don't want to be shouting that out, Manny". Whispered Torryn as she jerked her thumb towards the many children that they still currently had in tow.
"But probably we should go straight back out and have a look for any more nasties."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Monday October 2nd, 2023 10:50:14 AM
Drack listens. "Loryn, I think we need to talk to city leaders and the leaders of the group to come in before us in short order. We may need to head out to check the other group at first light."
Drack turns to the group of kids. "The swords you carry that were goblin swords, they are now yours unless your parents say otherwise. You earned them. Whenever i do not have urgent business that needs attending to, i will train those of you that wish to learn to fight with swords. Be mindful, you saw what a sword can do. You do not use a weapon in anger. you use a weapon when your enemy tries to kill you. talking and diplomacy are always the best first choice if possible. If any of you would care to learn diplomacy, we can discuss that as well."
GM Jon - Day 3 - Late Dinner Time Monday October 2nd, 2023 5:25:49 PM
The blacksmith had asked, "What happened?" Torry cheerfully answered that "Goblins happened, but we happened back"
The blacksmith mouths 'goblins' and then shakes his head. The Mayor has been summoned it is him you should be talking to.
[Spongebob Narrator] A few moments later ... The Mayor rides up on a horse and jumps off. Seeing that the children are armed, he almost frantically looks around and points to a spot away from the growing crowd. "Where you attacked?" Torry reiterates what she told the Blacksmith.
The Mayor curses and kicks a rock. Loryn and Manolo both ask about groups being attacked. He looks saddened at the party, "Another group came in this morning. They were all hurt, and half of the children were missing. I see that your group handled itself better."
Drack recommends talking to the city leaders, and checking on the other group that came in, as well, consider the final group.
An hour later the party finds themselves in the meeting hall. The three leaders are there, as well the tracker that checked out and stocked the training areas.
The other two leaders look on as the Mayor speaks, "Please, start from the beginning of your journey, and then about what prompted you to return early."
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Monday October 2nd, 2023 10:22:15 PM
Gnubert doesn't have much to add beyond what Torry said so he takes the time to make sure the children have all of their things before they go off with their parents.
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Monday October 2nd, 2023 10:24:41 PM
Gnubert takes the hour before they meet with the leaders of the village to clean his armor and surcoat. The cleric shakes his head at the fact that multiple groups were attacked. "has everyone else made it back? Were the children kidnapped or..." The clerics voice trails off.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 5:22:47 AM
Torryn straightened her short tunic and stood tall, well, as tall as her diminutive frame permitted.
"So, what happened....well, it all started peacefully enough. Spot was behaving excellently, as usual, and there were lots of pretty butterflies. The birds were singing beautifully and it wasn't even raining! Oh, the goblins. Yes, they came in the night. First they sent a few in one direction and then a whole mob from the opposite side. THEN, they snuck in on the original side with sacks. They got some food mostly. We killed a lot - dead. So, we figured it was best to come straight back AND if the children had weapons it would further deter any attack. That's why they are armed. So we should probably go straight back out and find those missing children." Torryn nodded emphatically in closing, assured of the right of what she said.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 9:33:26 AM
Drack will wait for the children to be reunited with family, and attempt to tell each parent that their child handled themselves well, followed the groups instructions, and did not panic when a battle was happening. For the ones that showed interest in learning the art of combat from him, Drack will tell the parents that with their permission, he will train their children as he has time so their children respect the sword, and know how to use it properly. Following that, Drack will head to the meeting with the others. He does not bother to clean the goblin blood from himself.
Drack just rolls his eyes as Torry gives her version of events. Once she finishes, he decides to chime in a more warrior viewed synopsis. "A group of goblins came at us from the east. While we fought them, a larger group came from the west, and a small group snuck towards the tents from the North. A few ran off, but the rest are dead. These are not normal goblin tactics. They usually hit as one big group."
"One of them spoke a little before it died. They have a new chief who wishes to expand their territory. A smart chief. In my opinion he knows military tactics to some extent. They brought sacks, and said they were coming for slaves and supplies, and when the slaves were worn out, they would be food. If the third group has not returned, either they are unharmed, or dead and taken by the goblins."
"I assume we will be leaving at first light to check on the other group, and then rescue prisoners?"
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 10:56:26 AM
"Yeah, that's what I said." Confirmed Torryn with a winning smile. She was pretty sure that was what she said - more or less. her mind drifted again, as it was so spectacularly adept at. Perhaps she'd go check in with Agratha and tell her about the girls that were interested in 'dancing'.
As to an early departure, she really didn't mind heading straight back out. It wasn't as if Spot was tired.
AC 13 HP 35/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 11:48:21 AM
Loryn puts a hand on Gnubert's worried shoulder. "Let us pray that the goblins attacked the other sights were of the same bent as those that came at us. Remember, they were going for prisoners not kills. Hope remains we can get them all back."
Drack accounted for everything and Loryn saw no need to put in more on that. He does speak directly to the Bearclaw leadership gathered.
"A first hand accounting from the other group that came back is something we need. We will be heading out before first light tomorrow and we will need a guide to the other locations. " Looking to the guide, "And we will need you to show us where the missing group is first and then to the other attack site and from there if possible to backtrack the goblins to their lair."
He smiles at Torrynashkabbeth, he appreciated her sense of drive and urgency, but he was tired. He was amazed that the children and the others did so well on only 4 hours of sleep followed by a 10 hour hike. He was just a gnome though and his reserves were depleted. No he needed rest before setting out on another 10 hour journey.
"If there is nothing else then? I suggest we get a good nights sleep"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision d20+6=8 ; Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 3:17:59 PM
A look of horror flashes across Mortimer's face when hears that other children had been taken. This was his greatest fear. If any of his wards were taken, he would have hunted down and slain every goblin he could find. Just situation just became personal.
After the group finds there way to a more private setting, and not in earshot of the general public (or any other rank), Mortimer doesn't sugar-coat his concerns.
"Why are we just sittin' 'ere? Mount up an' let's get goin! Don't believe one second those bastards want slaves. Breed like rabbits, they do. Gobbies 'ave plenty of workers at their disposal. They took those youngin's for one reason only ... MEAT! Human meat ... it's what's for dinner! It's what they prize most of all ... that an settin' fires! We better hope they're savin' them for a later feast or fightin' over them for a first bite. Anything ta delay what WILL be comin!"
GM Jon - Day 3 - Late Dinner Time Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 7:15:51 PM
Prior to the meeting, Gnubert and Drack ensure that the kids have all their belongings before returning home. While all their parents are gathered, and pleased to see their kids come back, none seem upset about the fact that all the kids are carrying goblin short swords
At the meeting, Torry cheerfully relates what happened to the party ... causing the three leaders to look at each, mouthing "Spot", "butterflies and birds".
Drack, then adds more detail about the battle, and the goblin he interrogated. The leaders all sit up in their seats when Drack shares that "There's a new Chief wanting to expand his territory. He's a smart one, used tactics on us. The goblins were coming for slaves and supplies, and figured us for an easy mark. If the last group hasn't returned they may have fallen to the goblins."
Torry looks at her friends and the leaders, and smiles, "That's what I said."
Gnubert discusses plans to set out in the morning to search for the last group. Mortimer urges the group to leave "NOW" based on his knowledge of how goblins have a penchant for eating slaves.
About now the council chambers open and a guard ushers in a man using a crutch, his left leg and right shoulder are swathed in bandages.
The Mayor smiles. "Come Randolf. Share your story with us."
Taken aback at the party being there. He winces as he walks to a chair. He then reaches out and grabs a carafe of wine, and takes several large gulps. Loryn is sitting closest to the man, and he can smell the alcohol already coming off the man. "Again, you want me to relate the story again, fine. Then I'm going home to mourn my Willa not coming back. We went up to the closest training ground. That's where I was taken in my youth. First two nights went fine. The kids were enjoying themselves. We weren't too heavy on weapons, mainly our bows, and a few spears. Before the sun came out, Ralph cried out, then fells over. Gordon was sitting a few feet away, he ran to Ralph's side and saw a large dart stuck in his arm. Gordon heard a nosie and threw himself onto a tent, waking up the kids, myself, and then the rest of the camp. They came on us like devils. Clubs, nets, blowgun darts. It happened so fast we only had time for a few shots, and then 'BAM'. He takes a few more gulps, "I woke up to a horse licking my face. In the maelstrom I had fallen under a tent. No one was alive, one child was, was, someone or something lifted the girl up and drove a spear through her. Three of the adults were dead and left. I, I didn't know what to do, so I made a travois, and used the horse to bring the bodies back. Now, can I go home?"
OOC: Dumb GM question, do y'all have a dedicated spokesperson, or have y'all just done what I read, which is each of y'all filling in gaps in the stories being shared?
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 7:53:03 PM
Manolo faces loses color as he hears what happened. Uneasiness grows in his heart, something was definitely wrong, something sinister more evil than he could grasp yet....
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 2d6=10 ; Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 8:14:44 PM
Gnubert smiles weakly at Loryn, "Thank you my friend. It is in the Gods hands now."
The cleric listens to the mayor, and then his face falls again when Randolf limps in. As he listens to the mans story, a rage begins to build in his chest, and for the first time he can understand why Mortimer did what he did. As soon as the thought passes through his mind Gnubert flushes with embarassment. He knew better, and the Gods demanded more of him. Gnubert stands to his feet, and swiftly moved to Randolf as his story finished, "Sir, may I tend to your wounds before you leave? It is the least I can do after what you have been through." Gnubert channels and heals the room for 10. The cleric bows his head and thanks the Gods.
"My friends we should depart as soon as we can. I need an hour to pray and prepare, and I will be ready. Who can show us the way, or give us a map of Randolf's camp?"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 9:30:35 PM
Mortimer bristled with a bitterly cold fury. The anger flooded his veins like an ice flow. He stood there with clinched fists watching everyone walk and talk in slow motion. Their words barely audible to him. He stuck ... frozen in place. As we peer into his eyes, ever closer and deeper into the black hole to an inner space. A place beyond the Living Wold ... into a realm of shadow. There in the dark of shadow is a place we call the Inbetwixt.
The Inbetwixt is a reliquary of sorts containing the souls of the Margrave family. A kind of limbo, living eternally on a verdant landscape shaped by their past lives; forever removed from the Lands of Rest. It is a place where hope is not entertained. A soul that gives thought to hope often suffers a fall into madness.
Lady Agrippina gasps. She watches Mortimer intently. The others turn a weary eye in her direction. Agrippina is both afraid and hopeful at what she sees. 'oh my ... by the gods! is mortimer showing actual empathy for others? he's never done that before; not ever. this man ... i know him not!'
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Wednesday October 4th, 2023 2:04:02 AM
"Oh, that's terrible." Agreed Torryn. She too was more than happy to heal the man of his wounds, should he need more healing (Lay on Hands, 1d6). She nodded to Gnubert. Recovering magic was very wise. They'd likely need to be at their full strength to handle such a large and clearly organised horde of goblins.
Unlike the others, Torryn wasn't mad or angry. As Agratha had taught her, that served little purpose. She was however, very worried for the missing and more than willing to set forth once more with minimal rest. She felt sure that Spot wouldn't mind at all.
(OOC: It is as you suspected Jon; we typically fudge our way, albeit Loryn and Drack often take the lead)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Wednesday October 4th, 2023 9:09:12 AM
"We need to head right back out. We slept enough to have our spells, and strength. Lets head to where they were and see what we can find. " Ash finally adds, after being so stunned by the story that he couldn't speak.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Wednesday October 4th, 2023 10:13:49 AM
(Loryn is group leader, Drack just chimes his opinion in, but defers to Loryn if they disagree)
“My friends. Trying to travel in the dark will not be beneficial. I believe Loryn is right. We gear up before first light, and head out as dawn approaches. We take our horses for speed, and prepare for war. If these goblins are as I believe, we cannot expect this to be easy. There will likely be traps, and we will be fighting in their terrain. Loryn? What say you?”
Following Loryn’s response, Drack just looks at the council. “Anything further? Kill the goblins and rescue all of our people that still live.”
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday October 4th, 2023 10:27:02 AM
Loryn listened and found himself with almost more questions than answers. The goblins attacked. Darts, nets, clubs. Those weapons aided in taking prisoners. The cowardly creatures may very well kill adults, but the children could very much have been taken. But what was the next creature that found them, the creature that drove the spear. it was no goblin and it did not have it's own weapon, but used a weapon found.
"There is more than goblins at work here..." he says plainly
"A forced 6 hour march will only set us to meet the same fate. And none of you rested after the pre dawn attack this morning. Rushing into the dark will not aid the dead and we will see nothing when we arrive exhausted at midnight. We will need a amp to back track Randolph as well as the location of the other camp where we will need to go first. Hopefully we will discover them and send them home"
Loryn does not wish to inflict more trauma on Randolph and therefore does not ask any questions. Tomorrow was going to be a long day with an early start and it might be far longer than he may want. He would wake earlier than usual to pack supplies and get Drith mounted up and ready to go. "We'll get to the bottom of all of it." He put a hand on Randolph, "you have our word of honor"
Loryn gives a nod to the leaders and a determined nod to his friends as he leaves the meeting for Minervas and what could be the last good nights sleep for many, many days.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Wednesday October 4th, 2023 2:14:29 PM
Drack watches Loryn leave. “That is settled then.” Drack looks at the council. “We will need a scout familiar with the area. Is there anything more?”
GM Jon - Day 3 - Preparation for the Morning Wednesday October 4th, 2023 2:43:10 PM
The more Randolf talks, the more the party looks crestfallen, followed immediately by anger and thoughts of venegence.
Manolo begins thoughts of something more sinister than just goblins occurring.
As Gnubert listens, his heart cries out for justice. Summoning his divine energies, he healed the group. Randolf seems caught off guard as he stands up straighter and drops the crutch to the floor. Slowly begining to remove his bandages, he listens to the ongoing discussion.
Mortimer appears gripped by something, his face full of cold fury and outrage, and energy poured out of him, energizing the area. Interiorly, Mortimer has gone the place of his family, where their souls dwelt. His family commented that they almost didn't recognize him, as he was beginning to display "empathy for others."
Torry listened to the report, and offered more healing should Randolf need it, to which nods in thanks, but motions that he is now fine.
Ash urges his friends to "Head out now!"
Drack follows this up with something that several of you are thinking, "If we head out in the dark we won't do anybody any good. First light, prepared for combat with our horses."
Loryn touches on something Manolo is thinking about, "Something else is at work here." Loryn follows up with the party, on their honor, "Getting to the bottom of this threat."
Drack follows up with a, "It's settled, we head out at first light. We need a scout who is familiar with the area..."
Randolf, finished removing his bandages and seeing no damage, rotates his shoulder. "I can take you there. I know this area like the back of my hand. We just weren't prepared for this. I'm pretty good with my bow, and I've got a mount."
The Mayor then stands up. "Friends, this was meant to be a time of fun and learning. That it has come to this, as Randolf stated we weren't prepared. In the morning I will send a letter to a local mercenary group. They are one of the few who follow the Gods of good. As to your preparations, we can offer you any equipment or mounts to those who need one."
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Wednesday October 4th, 2023 7:17:41 PM
Gnubert nods to Drack, and Loryn, "First Light then!" Gnubert mentally calculates what gear he still has and what may be needed. "You mentioned the offer of gear, and mounts. I have another question, when we bring you these bandits, and murderers will you see that they are given a fair trial? We will probably need manacles and chain to bring them back here. Have you any gear of that type?"
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; Wednesday October 4th, 2023 8:18:31 PM
"Mounts would be helpful", Manolo says. "The faster we arrive there the better"
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Wednesday October 4th, 2023 10:56:56 PM
Ash shakes his head, obviously annoyed. " First light" he mutters.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Thursday October 5th, 2023 4:32:58 AM
"Oh, first light then." Torryn confirmed. That would give her ample time to rest and despite her eagerness, she felt that Spot too would benefit from a brief respite. Perhaps she'd be pushed harder in the morning. Torryn was sure that Spot would cope, especially if she had a good feed that night. As to what she herself needed; there wasn't much. She didn't see that manacles would be necessary. It seemed that they were hunting goblins Those would either be killed or run away. It wasn't a pleasant thought, but a harsh reality.
'Must remember weapons. Must remember weapons' She recited over and over mentally as she left the meeting to prepare.
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday October 5th, 2023 9:03:23 AM
At Minerva's Loryn hears about the Hamlet wanting to send for Mercenaries and he is confused and annoyed at the news all at the same time. "What in the Wold is a group of mercenaries gonna do days after we take care of this?" he throws his hands up and shakes his head changing the subject. "Their gold to waste I suppose and it probably makes them feel better, like they are doing something about all of this. Fine. On our end, those of you without mounts are borrowing so we can make better time."
"Randolph is coming, so we really need to make sure he comes home and I'll make that my priority while we are out. he leads us to the unheard from camp first, then to his and we go from there Sound good?"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday October 5th, 2023 10:25:34 AM
Drack just nods at Loryn. “Let’s get this done. The children need to be returned home.” A very serious look crosses his face as he turns toward Gnubert. “Gnubert, I appreciate your view with the manacles, but goblins are outside of our laws, and do not abide them. They can run or die. If they surrender, they can run. If any of the children are dead, there will be no goblins remaining.”
Drack will rise early pray for spells, and pray to Domi to bring everyone left home alive.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision Thursday October 5th, 2023 10:45:45 AM
At the meeting, Mortimer chimes in when the Mayor asks about equipment and horses. With a cool tone, he answers, "Yeah, we'll need some horses. Thanks."
If he knew where the camp was, he would have headed out that night, right after the meeting. He saw no trouble with a measly 6-hour trip in the darkness of night. He could have gotten there in 3. The longer they needlessly wait, the lesser the chance the children had for survival. With a sigh, he ponders that it may be too late. They took their good time getting back to town. The children, he thinks, are probably already reduced to a pile of gnawed and broken bones by now. He remembers how he watched in horror as goblins ate the other children before it was his turn. Even the marrow was suckled from the bones. If there are survivors, he dreads that they would've be a witness to the same gruesome savagery.
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To the keen observer, it would appear Mortimer is casting multiple shadows; mostly overlapping each other. Is it a trick of the light or something else?
GM Jon - Day 3 - Preparation for the Morning Thursday October 5th, 2023 3:14:10 PM
OOC: The wife has a couple of Drs appta in the next few hours. I'll do our "real" post when I get home and figure out what y'all find next
So how many mounts are people needing? And does anyone need any weapons or ammo? Are you only planning on being gone one day, or have you plans should this hunt go longer? That way I can plan accordingly
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision Thursday October 5th, 2023 5:45:32 PM
(Jon - Are there any horse-drawn gnomish woodchippers in town? Since gnomes hate goblins so much, they found other uses for such a device. Gnomes are great multitaskers.)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; Thursday October 5th, 2023 6:59:13 PM
OOC: I guess everybody needs mounts ? or at least fresh ones ?...not sure how we should prepare (how many days)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Thursday October 5th, 2023 8:21:24 PM
Gnubert looks at Drack and shakes his head, "no one is outside the law my friend. Not even goblins, as much as my kind tends to dislike them they are still created by the Gods, and should be shown justice. How else are they to learn? Those who decide to fight to the end, well they made thier choice, and I can live with that. Those that choose to surrender should be held accountable for thier actions. No one is above the law!""
Gnubert turns towards the Mayor, "Sir, do you perhaps have a small pony, or perhaps a small wagon if it will fit where we are going?"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday October 5th, 2023 9:54:10 PM
(Drack has a heavy horse, and we will likely plan to be gone until the job is done, and the kids are returned home.)
“I have 5 days rations Loryn. If you need any extra gold to restock your bag of holding with food, I am gladly in. Your meals are better than any I have had on the road before. I assume everyone agrees that we follow this through to the end. The survivors will be returned home.”
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday October 5th, 2023 9:58:40 PM
Drack turns at Gnuberts response. “We shall see Gnubert. If any of the children suffered,…we will see what transpires.”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Friday October 6th, 2023 6:23:13 AM
Torryn would definitely plan on a protracted stay outdoors, taking a full week's worth of rations. Spot wouldn't mind carrying that. It was a "just in case" thing, as Loryn's cooking would, she hoped, be their mainstay.
She winced a little at the gnome's dogmatic adherence to the law. The law wasn't perfect. It wasn't, because it was made by people and people weren't perfect. If a goblin atoned and pleaded for a new life, she would spare it. If it was not truly remorseful, it would perish and in that regard, she stood shoulder to shoulder with Drack. She saw no profit or good purpose in bringing any goblins back to town. All that would do was pander to the crowd's bloodlust. In the interim, they'd be feeding and guarding such villains. That was a waste of resources if the goblins were only going to be given a "fair trial and then hanged".
There was no bloodlust in Torryn. She didn't relish what was to come, but the children were innocent and did not deserve the grim fate that had befallen them. She would do all that she could to stop further evil befalling them. If that meant smashing goblin heads, then so be it. In a sense she supposed it was easier for herself and Drack - as opposed to Loryn - they knew just how darkly evil such creatures were; almost being able to taste it.
Gently she patted Loryn on the shoulder. "Let's leave the manacles, Loryn. If it is the will of the Gods, then it falls to use to impose the law and offer such clemency or forgiveness as can be accorded. Trust in what Drack says, for he will surely see the evil that dwells in their hearts and ensure that justice is swift and merciful, for we do not deal in torture and suffering. Think on that. You are a goblin being dragged back to a human settlement. How would you rate your chances? Does the journey itself not then become a form of mental torture?" With a soothing smile Torryn turned and left to tell Spot all about the coming journey.
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday October 6th, 2023 8:59:52 AM
Loryn has a perplexed look on his face as Torrynashkabbeth is talking to him about manacles and prisoners, but it dawns on him shortly and he simply smiles, "Yes you are quite right. " he answers. To the big folk, even the smaller of the big folk, Loryn had often come to the conclusion that gnomes all look like. It never bothered him because the reality was, most of them pretty much looked alike from his upward point of view. Onto other matters
Loryn could fit 250 pounds of food, and indeed would be looking to do just that, into the Bag of Holding That should give them about a week of fresh food and the group would use trail rations when appropriate for either speed or stealth and so the food would go even further. Everyone should have some oil and torches and a bundle or 2 of good firewood secured to the mounts.
Loryn had a mount, the giant gecko he named Drith Dulwen Sticky Feet in gnomish
While Loryn was a proponent of 'see the good in creatures' Torrynashkabbeth was very correct. Sure she was talking to the wrong gnome, but it didn't make her any less right. Short of Domi actually being the judge, he saw no chance for Gnuberts 'fair trial'. There was at least 4 dead, sadly, probably more. Mortimer might actually come to blows if the cleric tried to stop him. there was a massive amount of trauma there. Well earned at that.
"Gnubert? No goblin or creature we find with dark purpose against our people will find a trial, fair or otherwise in Windhorne. 4 dead, with 1 being an unconscious wounded child." He felt more was not needed to be said.
Speaking up to all, "We ARE, however, on a rescue mission, not one of vengence. Finding and bringing back our children is our priority. Any fleeing goblins can wait another day. Also, remember the story of the witches. This puzzle says to me that here may be more than goblins about."
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 7/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
GM Jon - Day 4 - Back into the woods Friday October 6th, 2023 9:29:59 AM
Although dawn broke around 5am, the fog doesn't clear for an hour. During this time the community provides mounts and carts.
There are two heavy horses, non-combat trained provided to pull these carts.
When the discussion turns to bringing goblins back to town, and how they would get a "fair" trial, several people helping to load the carts get upset. "Fair trials, fair trials, they killed our children and friends. Hang 'em or burn 'em or both, they don't deserve to live!" Several others move in and help those raising their voices to move back to their homes. The Mayor looks at the Captain of the guard, who is shaking their head. They walk up to Gnubert, "Look. We understand that your faith wants to save and give offenders a chance to turn their lives around. However, we have tried that. They don't learn, they don't have a conscience, and you'd be wasting your time. Their gods, and they have some, tell them to kill, plunder, and expand. They don't see the world as good and evil, like most of us do. To them, the world is theirs, and the majority of us are carrion to them. They see females as breeding stock and slaves. The same with children. Men are good for slaves or food. All that being said, you can bring any goblins or others back, a 'fair' trial might not be able to be held, just so you know."
One week's rations for each person is loaded into the smaller cart, as are two healer kits, 6 sets of manacles (all that the community owns), and extra clothes & bedding for the group plus extras for the kids and adults that went out to train. Fresh fruit, vegetables, some loaves of bread, and a wheel of cheese, plus two small kegs of ale, and a third of clean water are loaded as well.
Several quivers of arrows, and bolt cases with bolts are offered to any party member who needs them.
Randolf rides up on an older horse, but one that still has some miles on it. He is wearing studded leather armor, has a long bow and a spear with him. He has two saddlebags that are stuffed with who knows what. He looks at what's going on, and when he hears Gnubert's discussion about fair trials, he spits on the ground, turns his mount around, and heads toward the path the last group took out to their area.
Two gnomes, who work out in the woods, present Gnubert with a package. "Throw this in a goblin's camp fire. The smell is awful, but will put the goblins to sleep. It's one method we use when trying to log, or haul out special trees when goblins are active in the area."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision d20+8=19 ; Friday October 6th, 2023 1:09:04 PM
As soon as the horses arrive, Mortimer is packed and ready to go. He makes a quick pick of the litter. He singles out a black mare and makes a quick inspection. "You're no Phantom, but you'll do, yeah."
He mounts up and performs a simple test of the horse's responsiveness to his control: forwards, backwards, turns and a few circles. He gives the horse a reassuring rub and encouraging words. [ i](Ride check: 19.)[/i]
For the rest of the group, this is the first time anyone has seen Mortimer on horseback. He seems to be quite a competent horseman. You could learn a thing or two from the young sorcerer. ------------------------
From the Inbetwixt, to hear Mortimer refer to Phantom gets Lord Ambrose and Mortdecai's attention.
'He knows about Phantom?!' cries Mortdecai.
Ambrose replies, 'that would appear to be so.'
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; d20+4=19 ; Friday October 6th, 2023 5:40:36 PM
Manolo stocks up on his ammunitions. Manolo will ride a horse randomly.
Ride 19
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Friday October 6th, 2023 7:21:43 PM
Drack loads up as Loryn suggests, but the wood and torches go in the wagon. He didn’t wish to be slowed if his heavy horse needed speed, and he and his armor were enough of a load. He says nothing more regarding the manacles, or the goblins, Torry and Loryn seemed to cover it for him. He will ride out with no vengeance in his heart simply a desire to destroy evil and rescue the innocent. Drack is impressed with Mortimer’s horsemanship. Drack thought himself to be decent, but Mortimer seemed better.
“Let’s get a move on. Speed is of the essence. The faster we find them, the more will be alive. Protect the innocent and vanquish evil. That is the will of Domi.”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 d20=17 ; Saturday October 7th, 2023 9:09:29 AM
"Ooops, sorry Loryn. I was supposed to be talking to Gnubert, but i sort of got a bit confused, you know, what with trying to make stuff sound logical." She smiled happily. !It did sound logical though, didn't it?" Torryn wasn't typically one to put forth logical and philosophical points and the like, so felt rather pleased that her efforts were at least passable.
That morning she availed herself of extra arrows. It was probably pointless as she'd likely forget to use the bow again, but felt it was better to be adequately prepared. Besides the extra quiver might even remind her to use those arrows. Once mounted she tapped Spot on the neck.
"Come on, Spot. Let's show them who the best horse is." She encouraged before briskly setting off in pursuit on Mortimer.
(OOC: Ride: 25)
It was clear that Torryn had become used to riding Spot as she galloped up to Mortimer.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+6=19 ; Saturday October 7th, 2023 9:29:38 AM
(ride check 19)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Saturday October 7th, 2023 7:35:38 PM
Ash hops up for his ride. His spells are ready and hes prepared to head out.
GM Jon - Day 4 - Back into the woods Saturday October 7th, 2023 9:50:42 PM
OOC: When the GM's in the past made battle maps, did yall have avatars to move around or just initials? Just wondering before I make some maps
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:20/15/16. temp/hp:52/42. false life, darkvision Sunday October 8th, 2023 3:55:48 PM
(ooc: For all the many years I’ve been playing in the Wold, maps have always been very simple; letters or numbers for players and foes. However DM Ryan had made some most beautiful maps. We had little round portraits for avatars.)
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Sunday October 8th, 2023 8:43:55 PM
Gnubert shakes his head and the various folks who attempt to dissuade him from justice, and most especially Randolf, who spat at the ground in Gnuberts direction,What is the matter with folks? Why do they not understand that good in all it's forms should trump evil, and darkness. Alemi, and Domi please light the path of good, and justice, and allow our feet to trod it. Please guide us safely to the children, to find them well, and unharmed. Allow us to be your instruments and see this journey through. Amen
"Thank you for this," Gnubert says to teh woodsmen as he clambers up on one of the wagons. Gnubert carefully de[posits the backage in his haversack. The cleric is not a good horseman, and grabs a set of reins. The cleric clicks his tongue and gets the wagon moving behind those on steeds.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Monday October 9th, 2023 5:09:37 AM
Much like Drack, Torryn had no thoughts of vengeance. However, neither was she much interested in justice. What was important to her were the lives of the children. She wanted to save them and everyone else who'd been taken. Then, she wanted to ensure that such things didn't happen again. She'd killed a lot of goblins already. She wasn't proud of that as some might be, but recognised the importance of protecting innocence, beauty and life itself.
As she rode, she thought on this and concluded that there were many different types of dance. Some were fast, gay and joyful; others were sedate and graceful; some were filled with drama and passion. There was room for all. How this translated to the current situation, she wasn't quite sure, but felt certain that it did. What lay ahead would no doubt be a dramatic 'dance'.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Monday October 9th, 2023 8:27:37 AM
Drack will ride his horse with the others, going as quickly as the wagon could manage. He tries to watch the surrounding areas for any sign of trouble or ambush
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Monday October 9th, 2023 8:27:50 AM
Drack will ride his horse with the others, going as quickly as the wagon could manage. He tries to watch the surrounding areas for any sign of trouble or ambush
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+7=23 ; Monday October 9th, 2023 8:28:15 AM
Perception 23
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; d20+10=11 ; Monday October 9th, 2023 8:16:22 PM
Manolo is busy focusing on riding rather than watching the surroundings. Perception 11
As they ride, he takes advantage from his elevated position.
When they approach the camp site, Mortimer will quickly invoke the powers of unlife to buff himself.
(Mortimer casts False Life. Duration: 6 hours. Effect: 14 temp. hitpoints. First cast: rolled natural 1, unacceptable! 2nd cast: d10+6=14, much better.)
GM Jon - Day 4 - At the Camp Monday October 9th, 2023 10:53:23 PM
Once equipped and provisioned, the party heads out. While you aren't charging into the woods, the carts do slow the speed down some. After a few hours of riding, in which Mortimer, Drack, and Torry all display high levels of riding skill, Randolf stops his horse, dismounts and heads into the brush to the right of the trail.
He comes back out a few moments later holding up a nasty looking metal trap. He waits for the party to converge on him, "This is a goblin foot trap. They use them on our wood cutters. I thought I had spotted something, and was hoping for a sign of one of the adults, but I found this. The blood on it is dry, but beware of where you walk if the goblins are this brazen, who knows whatelse thay may have in store."
Starting up again, it takes another few hours to reach the camp. [see map] The group enters in the lower edge of the map about H50. The first thing you all notice is the lack of noise. Until now, there have been birds singing, small animals moving about, and the wind blowing in the trees. Now nothing.
Randolf looks over the scene, "There are two tents missing, there should be six, I only see four." He dismounts and readies his spear, "Where do you want me?"
[ooc: if the map will let you, you can make little text boxes for your guys ... if not, tell me where you want to be and I'll figure out something]
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 d20+6=14 ; Monday October 9th, 2023 11:10:14 PM
Ash looks around, scanning the woods around the clearing. Perception 14
Ooc: its asking for a MS login, I don't have one.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 d20=14 ; d20=18 ; Tuesday October 10th, 2023 5:19:28 AM
Seeing Mortimer invoke his magic, Torryn decided that perhaps she ought to do the same. When the silence of the clearing was registered, she swiftly invoked her Fey Armour. (Mage Armour: Duration, 2 hours.) With an arrow nocked she eased Spot forward with her knees. (Ride:22). Being a big, heavy horse, Spot accorded her an excellent view of the area. She looked around and opened her senses to determine if any evil lurked nearby.
(Perception: 28. Detect Evil: 60')
She hoped that someone would tell Randolph to stay back and simply watch their backs. Goblins were tricky and might try a similar trick to last time; a multi-pronged attack.
(I managed to mark Torryn on the map: F,35 ish- with a stylised T. The editing function will permit me to erase and rewrite to move her.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 d20+7=10 ; Tuesday October 10th, 2023 8:19:31 AM
Drack dismounts and leaves his horse with the wagon, and pulls his sword. “What do you think Loryn? Have Randolph guard the wagon and horses, and then we can call him in when we have cleared area? Have Manolo lead us in, checking for traps as he goes?”
Drack still keeps out a careful on their surroundings(perception 10. Maybe not that careful an eye)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday October 10th, 2023 8:39:58 AM
(Will try and get to map when I get a chance)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday October 10th, 2023 9:28:28 AM
(the map is a little confusing for me. The wagon will stay out of the camp area. You can put Drack with the rest of the group, assuming that we will all go in together)
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday October 10th, 2023 11:38:42 AM
Loryn rides along on the giant gecko, getting used to the saddle again. Hours of riding is not what the gnome enjoys. But it was necessary to get to the destination as quick as reasonable and that eliminated walking.
The Leg trap concerned him, "Goblins setting snares only a few hours from Town, Not good."
Arriving at the camp site and hearing there are 2 tents missing produces a couple of thoughts, The first being that members of the camp took them and moved. Much like they were thinking.
Loryn dismounts with everyone else and answers Randolph first, "Just stick close to me" Drack's question confused him somewhat, and so he simply answers, "Um, sure."
Loryn waits with Randolph "We'll trail in as they move forward" he tells the man as the others take the lead.
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:56/42. false life Tuesday October 10th, 2023 11:40:26 AM
(ooc: I don't own Microsoft anything ... I'm a life-long, old school Mac guy. Though I'm still able to view the map and manipulate it.)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:56/42. false life, sheild d20+4=18 ; Tuesday October 10th, 2023 4:39:24 PM
As Mortimer dismounts, he casts another spell as a precaution. Shadows coalesce around him forming a protective shield.
He carefully looks around and moves forward slowly; being wary of goblin traps. (Perception: 18)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:56/42. false life, sheild Tuesday October 10th, 2023 5:32:18 PM
(ooc: I was able to fashion a little blue square with a white M for Mortimer. It's embarrassing how incredibly difficult it was to produce that little, white M. lol :) And Ive worked as an Art Director / Graphic Designer for almost 30 years! )
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; d20+13=23 ; Tuesday October 10th, 2023 7:00:19 PM
Manolo leads the way while looking for traps.
Perception (trap finding) 23
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 d20+13=22 ; Tuesday October 10th, 2023 7:53:12 PM
Gnubert dismounts although not with the grace of the more accomplished riders. The mage hobbles the horse and gives him a quick pat on the neck. The gnome makes a careful sweep of the area looking for anything that might give a sign of the missing children, and townsfolk. (Perception DC 22)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Wednesday October 11th, 2023 4:39:06 AM
Torryn was now poised, ready for trouble. She could swing her leg over Spot's back and drop to the ground should that be necessary. yet for the moment she chose to enjoy the benefit of the additional height that Spot gave her. It really did make a difference. Torryn wasn't tall. Spot was.
GM Jon - Day 4 - At the Camp Wednesday October 11th, 2023 4:21:51 PM
The party dismounts and look around the location.
When Randolf asks where the party "wants him?" Loryn directs him to "Stay close to me." Drack adds that "Randolf, would you mind looking after the wagons, and when we need your skills, we'll have you join us."
Randolf scratches his head and looks around, "Look I know you guys fight for a living, but these are my friends. However I understand your concerns, when you need me I'll be here."
Ash scans the woods for any trouble ... Highlight to display spoiler: {I mentioned the lack of noise. There is also the scent of burned meat in the air...}
Torry, using Spot as an elevation tool, also looks around the camp site and area Highlight to display spoiler: { The fire pit is easy to spot. It's got a ring of rocks around it. There is something hanging on the spit above the firepit. The shape looks odd, and that's when you realize it's a humanoid body. Beyond the fire there looks like two more bodies on the ground.}
Mortimer, after dismounting, moves into the camp as well. Highlight to display spoiler: { With your affinity with death ... you can tell something bad happened here ... and the dead are hurt and angry}
Gnubert parks the wagon, and hooks up with Loryn, after handing the guarding of the wagon over to Randolf
Manolo, following Mortimer, joins in on the scanning for issues.
[ooc: Sorry about yesterday, I was working on 'honey do's' all day long ugh ... the joy of marriage =)]
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 d20+13=18 ; Wednesday October 11th, 2023 7:22:17 PM
Gnubert stays close to Loryn as they scan teh area. The cleric not seeing anything looks over the camp for any possible signs of the missing (Perception DC 18)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; Wednesday October 11th, 2023 7:28:49 PM
"Do you see anything?", Manolo ask Mortimer.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:56/42. false life, sheild d20+4=21 ; Wednesday October 11th, 2023 11:10:44 PM
Mortimer senses are immediately flooded with a torrent rush of fear and anger. The silence is broken with with their cries; a deafening cacophony of shouts and howls of pain. He stumbles slightly from the sudden rush. He takes in a deep breath as he bolsters his resolve against the onslaught.
To answer Manolo, he answers, "So much pain and anger, the spirits of the dead still linger here." The expression of horror on his face is quickly replaced with a bristling fury.
He draws his sickle and advances further into the camp. (Perception: 21.)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 d20=18 ; Thursday October 12th, 2023 5:23:40 AM
"oh." Was al that Torryn said before moving Spot further into the camp. It was very quiet around the open area and her voice carried easily enough without shouting. She did her best to keep it level. "Looks like they cooked someone....or two. Why leave a..." It seemed wrong to call them 'food' or a 'a meal', so she didn't finish her sentence.
It felt like a trap. Torryn continued to scan her environs, utilising her Sacred Dancer ability to Detect Evil as well as her keen Fey senses.
Perception: 28
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday October 12th, 2023 8:59:49 AM
Loryn answers Randolph, "Not questioning your skill or desire here Randolph. Just pairing up and you're my pair." Loryn is looking about, more for things outside the old camp than clues within it. His ears open to his friends, but not much information is forthcoming and so he asks
"Ok what are you finding people? Do we have a trail to follow?" Loryn addresses Randolph again, "Can you track? If so, the horses and such can attend to themselves"
If Randolph can track, Loryn takes him into the campsite to find a trail to follow
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 Thursday October 12th, 2023 9:48:42 AM
Drack moves into camp, and once the others start reporting their observations, he feels a rage build up inside him. Trying to calm it, he takes a knee, and says a prayer to Domi for the lives of the murdered. The Paladin remembers from his training that an angry fighter is usually a reckless fighter.
"We have found death and destruction Loryn. It looks like the goblins had....a meal. You might as well send Randolph in. If we can find a trail, we should. There is also another camp to check, but we should start here."
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Thursday October 12th, 2023 9:50:21 AM
Lay hands: 8/8
Spells: Divine Favor Bless
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; d20+10=27 ; Thursday October 12th, 2023 4:30:14 PM
Manolo tries to look again around and listen to what is happening or what is near. "Massacre ?", he asks in disbelief. Perception 27
GM Jon - Day 4 - At the Camp Thursday October 12th, 2023 7:59:22 PM
As stated, the area is devoid of sounds. While the smell of charred flesh is strong, the fire and coals are cold ... there are two bodies found at the fire pit. After throwing up, Randolf is able to identify them as a young couple, new to the area in the last few years. They were farmers, and specialized in herbs and flowers that attracted bees and other beneficial insects.
Mortimer and Manolo, moves towards the large rock, Mortimer having sensed or spotted something, find an adult body, pierced with goblin arrows. The adult is covering the bodies of two children.
For Mortimer/Manolo: DC 20 Medicine or Survival Highlight to display spoiler: { As you approach, you swear one of the kids' chest just moved slightly }
Failed Highlight to display spoiler: { As you approach, you see the kids, but not much else }
As Torry move closer to the tents with Ash close behind her, they spot two more bodies by the the last tent. The tent was set on fire, but the fire went out before the tent burnt down. The two bodies look, well weird. As the two approach them, they figure out what is "weird", the bodies are staked to the around, and someone or something has carved runes and symbols into the stomachs of these two ... also, their hearts are missing, taken from holes that were artfully and carefully made.
Drack, Loryn, Gnubert, and Randolf move up to the tents. Randolf, with tears in his beard, and rage on his face, looks around, and then begins slowly walking to the NE (the path the pink arrow is pointing to). Randolf stops twice and bends down to look at the ground. As he gets to Q8/9 he stops. Then turns and faces Loryn, Gnubert, Drack, and whomever else has followed the trio to this point. "There were or are at least 8 goblins. There are tracks of at least 3 adults, and 4 children. The tracks show the goblins were moving fast, and by the scuff marks I see, the children were having issues keeping up. Also, several of the captives are or were bleeding when they made this trail."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 d20+13=23 ; d20+14=25 ; Thursday October 12th, 2023 9:35:22 PM
Ash peers closer at the symbols, trying to see if he recalls them from anything. " Gray areas gone in my opinion."
Knowledge religion 23 Knowledge arcane 25
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:56/42. false life, sheild d20=12 ; d8+3=8 ; Thursday October 12th, 2023 11:20:00 PM (Both Heal and Survival are +0. d20=12.)
Mortimer hurries over to the three bodies by the large rock. "Oye, Gnubert," he yells, "Over here! Two youngin's and a man."
He kneels down next to the bodies and begins to roll the man's body off the children. He notices the many arrows plugged into his body. Mortimer adds, "The man is a goner, but the kids maybe not'!"
He throws off his haversack and pulls out a potion. He pulls the cork and feeds it to the closest child.
(Cure Light Wounds Potion: 8 points of healing to child1.)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 d20=4 ; d6=1 ; Friday October 13th, 2023 4:05:47 AM
Toryn dismounted. She trusted Spot to wait for her. Checking the tent, she stared in disbelieving horror at the bodies before her. How could someone do that to another person? It defied comprehension. It would have easier to look away, but Torryn continued to stare. Did those symbols have any religious connotations?
(Know, Religion: 8)
She really ought to have paid more attention in Agratha's lessons. This was clearly nothing to do with dancing. That was about as much as she could tell. hearing Mortimer's cry, she hurried over.
"If someone needs healing, I can help with that." Drack was by far the better healer, but she could assist in her own small way, should that help be needed.
(Lay On Hands: 1 to the other child. Looks like this was a job for Drack!)
(Lay on Hands 1/5 used)
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:56/42. false life, sheild Friday October 13th, 2023 7:44:27 AM
(ooc: Woldian House Rule - you can reroll 1’s when healing.)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 d6=3 ; Friday October 13th, 2023 8:08:08 AM
(OOC: Thanks. That becomes a mighty 3 instead :)
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+5=15 ; d20+4=21 ; Friday October 13th, 2023 9:51:41 AM
Loryn walks with Randolph trying to keep his own mind and stomach in check. When Randolph gets sick, Loryn feels his stomach churn, but he manages to turn and get himself under control and not contribute, Death was one thing, the wilds the creatures of the Wold, but this was different. This was evil. And why is there no sound around here? Insects, flies and the wind would not care about any of this. Loryn wanders a bit to a tree and looks up into its branches and then to the other trees about.
Loryn knew little about the art of the healer, but Gnubert was a skilled cleric and could handle anything if any were alive. Randolph has a trail. "It does not sound right that the goblins, who were apparently victorious here would go with such haste. Like Randolphs story, i think someTHING may have come after the goblins. "
The trouble now is the horses, carts and supplies. The carts would be a great hinderance to bring while tracking goblins and here at this terrible scene was not a good place to leave it all.
We have a trail to follow but we also have dead to care for and this is not the place to lay them to rest. Let's gather everything up and move away from here until the sounds of the natural Wold return. We can set our camp, lay our dead to rest and then come back to follow the goblins."
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 3d6=12 ; Friday October 13th, 2023 10:09:28 AM
When Mortimer yells for Gnubert, he instantly assumes there might be a survivor or two. He arrives as Mortimer pours a potion down the first childs throat. Drack will help Toryy, and Lay Hands on the other child, healing them for 12.
Once Drack looks at the symbols carved on the bodies, he remarks to the group. "That is not something goblins would do. this was either something else, or the goblins are following orders from something else. Something very evil is going on here. It must be ended."
"Let's see if there is a trail to follow first Loryn. Aside from that. these two kids should be taken home, assuming both survive."
Lay hands: 7/8
Spells: Divine Favor Bless
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 3d6=8 ; Friday October 13th, 2023 7:27:17 PM
Gnubert walks into the camp, the utter destruction almost makes him regret the words justice, and law. The cleric steels himself as they begin to walk the camp slowly looking for signs of the missing. Gnubert hustles over to Mortimer when he calls out about the possible surviors. The cleric pulls up short seeing the sacrifice of the man, and quickly the cleric channels healing (8 points to all in the area).
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; d20=7 ; Friday October 13th, 2023 8:53:28 PM
Manolo didn't know much about survival or special healing and things that the others knew. He keeps quiet for now. d20=7
GM Jon - Day 4 - At the Camp Friday October 13th, 2023 9:43:12 PM
So several things seem to happen at the same time.
Mortimer and Manolo summon the partys' healers to check on the two children.
Torry, Drack, and Gnubert come to help with laying on of hands, a healing potion, and a channeling of health.
Loryn, Randolf, and Ash examine the ritualistic part, and then look to the woods in hopes of a trial.
For Ash Highlight to display spoiler: { First off, these runes and symbols are evil in nature, makes you nauseous to look at them. The effect of the magic associated with the runes and symbols was to preserve the bodys' for those who discover them. There is a secondary magic attached to them, they act as an alarm, as several runes glow as you approach. The taking of the hearts, that was purely an evil act. It wasn't necessary, but there is a darker purpose to the hearts having been taken. Now that you have the 'scent' of the magic used in the area, you'll be able to follow it, the scent }
Following the children being healed, they both sit up, and then scream in terror ... once it registers that the party isn't more 'monsters', they calm down. When they see Randolf, they surge to their feet and almost knock him off his feet.
After a full minute of crying and trying to cut off the circultation to Randolf's legs, they kids calm down and then dry their tears. "Randolf, they took the girls and Timmy. Collin threw us to the ground when the goblins started shooting at us."
The older looking of the two kids looks at the party. "I know you. Your the group that has been helping our town. The goblins, they, umm, there was something with them ... it was scary. It told the goblins what to do. When it looked at us, it seemed both sad and mad that we were dead. It killed one of the goblins ... I don't know how, the goblin just sort of exploded. That's the last thing I remember."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Saturday October 14th, 2023 12:15:36 AM
Ash looks alarmed... " This isn't good at all. First off, these runes and symbols are evil in nature, they make me nauseous to even look at them. The effect of the magic associated with the runes and symbols was to preserve the bodys' for those who discover them. I.e.. Us. There is a secondary magic attached to them, acting as an alarm, as several runes glow as we approached. The taking of the hearts, that was purely an evil act. It wasn't necessary, but there is a darker purpose to the hearts having been taken. Now that I have the 'scent' of the magic used in the area, I'll be able to follow it. If that makes sense."
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick) HP:34/34 AC:18 F10: R11 W:13 Saturday October 14th, 2023 5:08:56 AM
No! She'd forgotten to use her Fey Sight. Why couldn't she remember stuff like everyone else did? Torryn sighed. Practice. That's what Agratha said. it was just a matter of practice. She would get better.
Torryn waited patiently and quietly whilst the children cried.
"What about if Randy takes the children back, along with the cart and the dead - covered of course?" She suggested. "They could then be given a proper burial back in town and everyone would understand the gravity of the situation. There's a big enough trail and we do have magic to aid us in our pursuit. I just think we'll be quicker this way. I was thinking that maybe Loryn and Gnubert could ride on Spot., I'll lead her and she's very gentle."
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1 x LoH used of 5
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Saturday October 14th, 2023 7:12:44 PM
Gnubert's face fills with sadness as he listens to teh story the children tell. The gnome doesn't even know what to say. As Torry comes up with a plan the gnome can do little more than nod his head. Gods whatever you will is we shall do. However, if I might ask for a little leeway for my companions. I am sure they, and if I am honset me too, may not see justice in the strictest definition when we meet these goblins, and whomever, or whatever is causing this. Please bless the souls of the departed, and bring comfort to their families as only you can. Please Domi, make our quarry a bit slower, and our track a bit quicker. I honor you all."Amen!" Gnubert says as he lifts his eyes to the heavens. "I am ready"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:56/42. false life, sheild Sunday October 15th, 2023 11:09:07 PM
Mortimer listens to the child give their account of what they say. He tries to get a little more.
"Very brave of ya, it was, ta stare down that gobbie boss, he says, trying his best to keep his language salt-free. "You say it looked sad and mad. Did ya notice anything else about it. Like was it tall, like me, or short like the gobbies? Did it have green skin an' pointy ears, yeah, or somethin' else?"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:24/19/20. temp/hp:56/42. false life, sheild Monday October 16th, 2023 10:38:11 AM
Hearing Ash's explanation of the runes he found, Mortimer looks back and asks, "Ya know the root language those runes were written in? Don't think gobbies can read or write."
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday October 16th, 2023 11:31:22 AM
Loryn is happy to hear that two of the children survived. That was something and news that other children were taken is, in a way, good news as well. The group also now has confirmation on some other force, an evil one, bent on the area and that very well ties into the story of the witches they heard just a few nights ago. The goblins were being goblins, but the other force was the true threat of true evil in the area.
Tracking magic? Ash finds Loryn shaking his head, No that doesn't make any sense at all he thinks, his body however responds with a nod and "Good work Ash"
Torrynashkabbeth had as fine a plan as any and Loryn agrees, "Good thinking, Randolph takes the children and the dead back to town for care and burial. Ash tracks for us to find the missing and end this evil."
Loryn hellps with the carts as he can and then swings up on his own mount, the giant lizard Dirth, when it is time to go.
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 Monday October 16th, 2023 12:38:42 PM
Drack mounts up when When Randolph starts to leave. "Alright my friends it is time to go hunting. Our prey is whatever forsaken evil was responsible for this."
Lay hands: 7/8
Spells: Divine Favor Bless
GM Jon - Day 4 - At the Camp Monday October 16th, 2023 4:13:31 PM
OOC: Ok, so there's alot of questions and discussions, so if I miss something let me know
Ash shares his findings on the runes, which sounds VERY unpleasant, and concerning
Torry suggests that Randolf remove the children, and the deceased folks and take everything/everyone back to town, something that Lorynm also supports.
Loryn also thanks Ash for volunteering to track the creatures
Drack announces that they are ready to "go hunting"
Mortimer takes a moment to speak with the girls about the person they saw, the one who was both "mad and sad" a second question concerns the base/root language the runes were written in
Girls' response, "She was pretty at first. Got lost in the woods. She sat close to a couple of the men, which made the ladys' mad. Pretty soon, all the men except Collin were running errands for her. She liked Tom the best, she kept stroking his arm and leg. When the goblins attacked, the men just sat there. Our lady teachers slapped them to wake them up. Tom picked up his axe and stood in front of the pretty lady. She, she was smiling, it wasn't nice. When Collin got, got, got shot, and he fell on us, she came over, but she wasn't pretty. Her skin was gross, green and covered in warts. She towered over Tom who was tall. She said something about missing out on such sweet, um, something, mor... something. The goblin who shot Collin, she pointed at him and he, he exploded. Then we fell asleep."
Ash didn't recognize the language, only that there was ill/evil magic tied into the letters and runes. Loryn walks over to look at them, with Mortimer tagging along. Loryn looks at the writing, "It's giant, but the writing is debased, changed in a dark way."
For Drack, Loryn, and Gnubert Highlight to display spoiler: { The writing, the meanings of what's there, its like an antithesis of fey. As y'all are the ones closest to being related to Fey, you can feel the malevolence behind the writing }
The party keeps the girls entertained while Randolf and the guys help with loading the dead into the wagon and covering them up. Once comepleted Randolf and the girls head back to town.
Torryn considered all that had been said. She tried to recall her father's stories. There had been so many. Was this a hag of some sort? Couldn't they alter their appearance? Alas, she didn't know. What she did know was that she, a Sacred Dancer, was not going to be so easily duped.
Tracking. That really wasn't her forte. She had keen enough senses, but just no experience with such things. The best she could was stay alert and be watchful for danger.
When the girls were on their way she broached the topic of what they were pursuing. "What do you think? It certainly sounds like a lot of bad magic is involved. I'm just not at all sure whether it's a Dark Fey, a Hag or something else entirely. To be honest, I'm mostly guessing here, but I'm ready to move when you are."
Gnubert Glitterdust (Wade) AC: 19 T: 14 F: 17 R: 6 F: 7 W: 11 HPS: 43/43 CMD: 6 Monday October 16th, 2023 7:08:17 PM
Gnubert walks over and looks at teh runes while the dead, and children are being loaded up. "Just looking at those make me feel uneasy. As though something good has been cursed. Just pure evil."
Gnubert walks to the wagon, and prays over the dead. "Randolf be safe. Let the council know we are tracking whatever beast has caused this."
The cleric looks at his friends, No time like the present. Let's get this done."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; d20=10 ; Monday October 16th, 2023 7:13:44 PM
Manolo faces and mood turns somber as the girls tells what happens. He keeps quiet and looks dead serious. He chases the girls and asks, " Tell me, how did she look ? was her skin pale white like the color of the moonlight? Long and beautiful brown hair? and piercing golden eyes?"
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 36/36 Monday October 16th, 2023 9:55:11 PM
Ash ponders for a second, tapping his finger on his cheek. Nothing is coming to him, so he just shakes his head and waves to the children leaving.
"Theres no gray area here... this is pure evil. We must extinguish it."
AC 13 HP 39/39 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday October 17th, 2023 7:50:43 AM
Loryn rubs his ample nose and shakes his head. Before they set off, he tries one more thing with the runes casting Comprehend Languages
To the rest, with Randolph and the girls safely off, "Rings true to our tale of the witches as told. "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
Loryn admits to not knowing much about witches and hags or fey really. He had a curiosity for Magical Beasts and Outsiders from beyond the plane of the Wold and the only creature close was a night Hag, but they were dream stalkers. This seemed different from the original story and the childrens' tale just now.
Spells: Active: Acid Ray 8/8 30' range 1d6+3 Innate: 1st lvl: 6/7 2nd lvl: 6/6 3rd lvl: 4/4
Drack (Chris J) - hp 60/60 - AC 19 Tuesday October 17th, 2023 10:46:17 AM
Drack stops Randolph before he heads off and turns to the group and quietly says. "A thought that should be considered. Those runes are evil in nature, and are meant to preserve the bodies. Was it simply a message, or is it something even more evil. Could those runes be something used to turn the dead into the undead? I just wonder if it might be safest to burn those bodies instead of bury them."
Lay hands: 7/8
Spells: Divine Favor Bless
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 18/15/13 -- CMD 19 -- HP 35/35 ; Tuesday October 17th, 2023 4:46:51 PM
Manolo agrees with Loryn "Exactly what I knew, did we miss anything else?"
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