The Palace Dan K DM Thursday April 18th, 2024 1:34:28 PM
Ramirez cleans the treasure, his hands and Yruls. The jewelry and such is then swept into a bag. Des reassures Yrul to not feel bad for the 'rat' as it almost is certainly not one, but a form of Rakshasa. Hmerrin tries the door and finds that it is unlocked and he slowly opens it.
Beyond the door is another room with several more cutting board tables, shelves and everything a small kitchen preparatory place might need, including butchering utensils and hanging hooks. Thankfully, all hooks are empty and the room is clean and put away. A door exits this room into a rosewood tiled hall. Sage and lavender smells fill the air and though no source can be seen, the hall is well lit. It extends 80' with 3 doors spaced at 20, 40 and 60' on the right hand side
Pleased to be away from the "icky" stuff, Yrul and her 'friends' scampered off down the corridor being vigilant for trouble; that was particularly true for traps. At the first door she paused and listened, before carefully examining it for traps and locks.
~~~
Perception: 34 Stealth: 45
Nick for RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Thursday April 18th, 2024 5:15:30 PM
Nira pursed her lips in thought. It seemed that divination was decidedly impaired in this realm. Perhaps though, that could work in their favour. They would not be detected by scrying. Perhaps. It was perfectly possible that the Rakshasas operated under an entirely different set of rules.
She followed on, doing her best to keep noise to a minimum without necessarily holding anyone up.
~~~
If the group is going slowly and striving for stealth, so will she, but if speed is deemed more important, that's the pace she goes.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:178/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Thursday April 18th, 2024 6:19:01 PM
Desdichado waits for Yrul to stop at the door. If all is clear, he will move up to follow nearby, doing the same for each segment of the hall.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 204/251 AC:37 T:23 FF:30 CMD:49) DR 5/- d20+29=38 ; Thursday April 18th, 2024 7:47:52 PM
Thinking traps at this point are unlikely, Hmerrin stays close to Yrul.
He pauses as she inspects the first door.
[Perception 38]
---- In Effect Heroism (25/30 minutes?): +2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Thursday April 18th, 2024 7:52:11 PM Looks like we're into the Palace. Might be a good time to discuss the plan. Just burst into the throne room and make demands? Or maybe something a little more diplomatic.
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+36=52 ; Friday April 19th, 2024 4:45:17 AM
As Hmerrin inspects the first door, Gaffer moves to the second to press an ear against it.
----- Perception: 52
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Friday April 19th, 2024 6:28:54 AM
Danko gets the wand of protection from magic out...
" Step up folks.... "
And starts distributing the buff to everyone, himself included.
-------- mage armour protection from evil Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Friday April 19th, 2024 6:29:29 AM
ooc Shoot- protection from evil, not magic. Sorry
The Palace Dan K DM Monday April 22nd, 2024 9:56:08 AM
Yrul listens and checks the first door in the rose tiled hall and discovers nothing amiss. Nira, maintains her hover and thinks over how to perhaps use the inability to cast Divinations in the party's favor. Hmerrin and Des wait for the drow's confirmation to proceed. Rammirez asks about what the plan might be. Gaffer moves to the second door and presses his ear up against it. Danko pulls out a Protection from evil out and uses it on himself.
Gaffer and Yrul both canont detect anything beyond the door and a gentle touch to the doors, show they are not locked.
Nick for RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+37=56 ; d20+25=29 ; Monday April 22nd, 2024 4:24:37 PM
"I guess we go in, guys" Yrul whispered to Snickit and Dabz before slowly opening the door and peering in.
~~~
Stealth to open the door silently: 56 Perception: what lies within: 29
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Monday April 22nd, 2024 5:46:43 PM Do we need some light in there? What can you see?
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 204/251 AC:37 T:23 FF:30 CMD:49) DR 5/- Monday April 22nd, 2024 6:37:58 PM
Hmerrin plants himself against the wall next to Yrul as she eases open the door. His axes slide into his hands.
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In Effect Heroism (25/30 minutes?): +2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+18=22 ; d20+36=44 ; Monday April 22nd, 2024 7:12:53 PM
Gaffer pauses for a moment in case there is a sudden reaction from Yrul, and if not, he'll push his door open too.
----- Stealth to do so quietly: 22 Perception to look within: 44
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:178/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+22=26 ; Monday April 22nd, 2024 7:25:10 PM
"Ah, yes, our tried and true method of no plan and just opening random doors," Desdichado whispers mostly to himself. As the others peer into their respective doorways, he maintains watch on the hallway. (Perception: 26)
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Tuesday April 23rd, 2024 2:20:59 AM
Nira grins at Des's remarks. With no divination spells available there's not much she can do to assist with the door or know what's on the other side.
She keeps her ears alert for the sound of anything on the other side, and looks around the edges of the door for any indication of a moving shadow on the other side.
--------- OOC: Thanks for covering Nick!
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=52 ; Tuesday April 23rd, 2024 2:21:25 AM Perception: 52
The Palace Dan K DM Tuesday April 23rd, 2024 3:34:22 PM
Yrul opens her door, with Hmerrin right at her side and ready. Des jokes about the standard plan as he watches the hall and the third door past Gaffer. Nira smiles at the joke as Gaffer opens his door.
The rooms beyond are lit like the hall you stand in. Yrul sees a mosaic tiled floor and on opening the door further, a 15x15 room with shelves of crates lining the walls. A storeroom of some kind with no apparent exists.
Gaffer finds another 15x15 room stocked with more than a score of large casks. Here too, there appears to be no exit.
That leave the last door in the hall at the far end and so the group moves up.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Tuesday April 23rd, 2024 6:09:05 PM So if those rooms have storage for supplies to entertain guests, then one of these doors has to lead to where the party happens. So who would like to open it?
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 204/251 AC:43 T:24 FF:35 CMD:50) DR 5/- Tuesday April 23rd, 2024 6:10:23 PM
Hmerrin grins and nods at Yrul. "I'm sure Yrul would love to."
The fighter does take the opportunity to drink down a potion.
Axes in hand, he moves to the wall beside the last door, and waits for Yrul.
"Oh yeah, me and the gang are totally up for that." Yrul replied with a grin before scampering up to the door whilst encouraging her menagerie to be quiet.
~~~ Perception: 45 to determine if the door is locked/trapped. Disable Device: 58 to tackle whatever she finds. Stealth: 46 to do it all silently :)
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) Tuesday April 23rd, 2024 6:44:08 PM
Gaffer spreads out from the others as best he can in the small space and waits to see what's behind door number three.
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190 Minutes
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:178/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Tuesday April 23rd, 2024 7:53:14 PM
Desdichado follows the others, waiting to find out what Yrul sees on the other side.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=45 ; Wednesday April 24th, 2024 12:24:12 AM
If time weren't an issue, Nira would suggest poisoning all of the casks. It might take care of all the raks - and their valued guests - in one swoop and without the need to get into any danger.
As always, time just isn't on the side of the Tide.
Nira stands back with Des and waits to see what will happen.
Perception: 45
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Wednesday April 24th, 2024 6:27:14 AM
And Danko waits near Nira, spells at the ready, rob of absorbtion in hand .
Since no one else appears to be interested in the protection from evil buff, he'll tuck the wand in his belt.
------------- mage armor protection from evil Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10
The Palace Dan K DM Wednesday April 24th, 2024 12:37:08 PM
The group jams up around the last door. Yrul directly in front and Hmerrin and Des to either side. Further back stands Gaffer, Nira Danko and Ramirez. Hmerrin downs a Heroism Potion Dako pulls out a Rod of Absorbtion and attempts to tuck the wand into a belt. As long as things don't get too rough, it should stay put.
Yrul pops the door open...
A 15x20 serving and preparation room. 2 humans, a male and female look up, horrified. Dressed in very little, holding silver serving trays with gold and crystal goblets. Curios of serving ware line the place, easily enough to engage 100 in a full 7 course service. 3 great casks are here as well, one of wine, of scotch and one of ale. On the far side of the room is a large archway with a door.
Panic and fear quickly starts to spread across the face of both...
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 204/251 AC:43 T:24 FF:35 CMD:50) DR 5/- Wednesday April 24th, 2024 5:25:18 PM
Hmerrin bounds across the room in quick strides to cut off any thoughts of running through the far door. Spinning lightly about, he takes in both humans.
"Not. A. Sound." he demands in a hushed, but stern, tone. Then, still hushed but not as stern. "We're not here for you. We're here for them. Is the Maharaja in there? How many others?"
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:178/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+29=31 ; Wednesday April 24th, 2024 7:56:03 PM
"Listen to him, and help us just by answering those simple questions, and you will no longer have to fear any of them," Desdichado adds in a soothing voice. " (Diplomacy: 31)
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+20=35 ; Wednesday April 24th, 2024 10:16:54 PM
Ramirez shakes his head. The only way these people will no longer be in danger is if the Tide bring them along when leaving. But for now he just tries to keep them calm.
Please remain calm. We are here to see the Maharaja and negotiate. What can you tell us about who is currently in the dining hall? diplomacy = 35
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Wednesday April 24th, 2024 11:39:34 PM
Nira is a little confused. Negotiate? She thought they were here to end the Maharaja's threat through other, more bloodied means.
She has little to add to what has already been said, but tries to drop a few names to hopefully convince the people that the group are here to help. "Do you know Antwan? What about Ombrix? We met them in the jungle and saved them. We can help you too, should you want it."
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:135/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20+25=40 ; Thursday April 25th, 2024 5:49:13 AM
"Well, that was disappointing." Mumbled Yrûl. She gave pointed looks to her assorted friends. Who was it? Which one of them had tipped off the two servants to her presence? It certainly wasn't her fault, as she'd super-sneaky. With so many others charging in, there really wasn't any further need for stealth, but it just felt right to her. She advanced into the room focused on the way ahead - not least to determine if anyone was approaching.
~~~
Perception: 40
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Thursday April 25th, 2024 6:37:40 AM
Danko waits and sees how the humans react.
============= mage armour protection from evil Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+14=22 ; Thursday April 25th, 2024 8:56:18 AM
Gaffer stays at the back while the others speak. He can turn the two people into animals given a few moments, but it makes sense that they want to try diplomacy so he focuses on reading their intent instead in case they aren't really people at all.
----- Sense Motive: 22
The Palace Dan K DM Thursday April 25th, 2024 10:20:54 AM
Hmerrin moves swiftly across the room and sternly whispers for the pair to remain silent. Following up with a couple of very important questions Des, entering the room, speaks calmly and tries to assure the pair that the very dangerous group bursting in on them is not their enemy, but of the Maharaja itself. Ramirez mentions negotiating with the Maharaja. Nira adds a few names in the hopes that familiarity might buy some faith. Yrul scolds Dabtz as the weapon clearly was the culprit here. Gaffer and Danko remain in the hall and alert to treachery.
The two humans, to there credit, partially spin in a panic, but the trays and there contents remain upright and under control. Neither make a peep. The female arches her brows at the mention of the dwarf Ombrix and both scowl at the mention of Antwan. "The spy" he whispers under his breath. Between Des and Ramirez and a bit of what Nira adds, the pair remains quiet and seem to be in a state of of dealing with the events at face value. Neither seem inclined to make any noise over a whisper.
"You're the Tide aren't you." the woman whispers eyeing each of you one after another, save Yrul. "Hmerrrin the Strong, Desdichado the Bold, Ramirez the Quick, Nira the Enchanted, Danko the Mighty and Gaffer the Wise."
The man looks at her a bit skeptical and she simply returns his look with a gesture to the group and a look that conveys You're kidding right...Look at them
"Ok fine, you might be right this time." he says with a partial grin and he then answers the Tide
"The Maharaja is in court this day. A mighty guest is to be honored in a few hours. Currently the only ones in the hall is the Maharaja, Sahsa and his personal guard, a pair of Rakshasa."
Yrul figured that now was as good a time to strike as any. They'd be focused on other matters and once others had arrived there'd be a LOT more nasties to deal with. Still, it wasn't for her to decide. She looked at Dabz and then Snickit, willing them both to silence. The last thing anyone needed right now was either of them declaring some 'great plan'.
She crept around to the way ahead that she might be watchful for anything/anyone else approaching or listening.
~~~
Perception: 28 Stealth: 49
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:178/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Thursday April 25th, 2024 5:01:45 PM
Desdichado looks askance at Ramirez at the mention of negotiation, but doesn't say anything in front of the two humans. In his view, any negotiations would be rather...aggressive.
"I didn't realize we had nicknames," he smiles at the two of them, "but yes, that is us! Only four will be in the room? Sounds like we've made some very good timing, then. Thank you."
"Let's keep moving" he says to the others.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 204/251 AC:43 T:24 FF:35 CMD:50) DR 5/- Thursday April 25th, 2024 5:39:28 PM
"Just a sec," Hmerrin answers Dez before turning back to the woman.
"Uh, first, the hall is on the other side of this door? Or are there more rooms between? And second, how do you know of us?"
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) Thursday April 25th, 2024 6:09:06 PM
Gaffer relaxes slightly when he hears that they will only have to face a smaller group, far better than the horde of Rakshasa he feared, but then a hint of suspicion creeps in.
Keeping his voice low he whispers to the others, "Hey, do we have anyway to check that they are human, or being honest? I really don't want to talk into a trap."
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:178/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+28=46 ; Thursday April 25th, 2024 6:52:48 PM
"Keep 'em talking for a bit," he whispers back to Gaffer, "and I'll get a feel for if they are lying to us." (Sense Motive: 46)
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Thursday April 25th, 2024 9:54:42 PM
Ramirez asks how close they are to the throne room, would they be overheard if some spellcasting was going on in here?
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active)
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+28=42 ; Friday April 26th, 2024 2:04:56 AM
Nira shakes her head to Gaffer's question and whispers a reply. "Magically? No. I could try a dispel to remove any shapeshifting magic, but I don't think we'd learn much from it."
She then speaks at a normal volume. "If they were raks I imagine they'd have called an alarm by now anyway"
Nira tries to comfort the duo. "When we confront the raks things might get a little chaotic. It might be best if you hide in one of the rooms behind us. That will keep you safe, and should we fail, you can tell the raks that we overpowered and trapped you"
---------------- Sense Motive: 42
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31 ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Friday April 26th, 2024 7:07:45 AM
Message to the party { Sounds to convenient. I smell a trap... }
============= mage armour protection from evil Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10
The Palace - One more thing...Dan K DM Friday April 26th, 2024 1:46:30 PM
With some answers to the initial questions, the group has some more and by the way of keeping the pair of humans talking, Nira and Des should be able to ascertain how much truth is being told.
"The great entertainment hall is just beyond the door, there are no other rooms to pass through from this direction. Pools, fountains, trees, his imperial throne, dining tables...It's huge."
When asked about how she knows the Tide, she gets a peculiar look up on her face, "Um because you're super famous. I think the whole Wold has heard about you by now."
As to if anyone in the hall could hear spellcasting in this room, they shrug having given up long ago on what the Rakshasa, let alone the Maharaja can or cannot do or know.
Turning as Nira addresses them, they both nod in agreement.
Nira and Des both feel these two are being completely truthful.
Yrul has her ear to the door, picking up a few bird calls and the sound of water, the latter is likely do to the fountains.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Friday April 26th, 2024 7:43:26 PM Looks like it's time to 'get dressed' for the party.
Ramirez casts good hope on the group
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:135/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Sunday April 28th, 2024 6:09:57 AM
Birds. Yrul mimed, flapping her arms, quite sure that the others fully understood her warning. She believed that she could slip past those watchful avians, but doubted that the others could; so surprising what lay beyond would be nigh impossible.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:178/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Sunday April 28th, 2024 5:36:32 PM
"Through that door?" Desdichado nods his head in that direction, "and Yrul is hearing birds and water flowing?" He gives a low whistle. "That must be some room."
Since it sounds like they need to be prepared for a fight in the next room, Desdichado casts Protection from Energy (acid) on himself.
"Remember, depending on how they are positioned, I can provide you with Domi's power for a brief moment during the fight."
(OOC: Any more buffing before we go in? I'd like to ready Divine Bond next.)
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls Auras
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 204/251 AC:43 T:24 FF:35 CMD:50) DR 5/- Sunday April 28th, 2024 7:01:25 PM "you're super famous"
Right. Hmerrin still has trouble grasping that, but nods.
"Really big hall. Trees and fountains..which is what Yrul is hearing. Likely to be a bit of a run and they'll see us coming. Well, they'll see me anyway.
Get your buffs in now. When we're good, Yrul opens the door and I'm going to rush in. Stay with me or spread out as you prefer."
------ In Effect Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (25/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor 2) good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=41 ; Monday April 29th, 2024 3:51:32 AM
There are a lot of buffs that Nira could cast right now, but each spell she casts now is one less she can cast in a fight. It's a very fine balancing act. She opts to cast just one spell: Magic Circle vs Evil.
Nira gives her arms a good shake to loosen up. "Birds?" she stops for a moment and looks to the humans. "Are they dangerous in any way? Do they talk? Cast spells? Have razor sharp teeth? Anything that we might need to watch out for?" She's not going to fall for this trap again.
--------------- Perception: 41
Spells in Effect: Barkskin ... Contingency ... Darkvision ... Good Hope ... Mage Armor ... Magic Circle vs Evil ... Magic Vestment (Shirt & Shield) ... Mass Planar Adaptation (Resist Fire 20) ... Overland Flight ... Resist Fire (5) ... Roses Temperature Control ... Talisman from Vyrnix
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/35/37 evil ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Monday April 29th, 2024 6:33:05 AM
Danko casts protection from evil on everyone using the wand and refreshes mage armor on himself.
" Let's go spank those kittens... "
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mage armour protection from evil Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) Monday April 29th, 2024 11:05:17 AM
Seems like there's no time to pause with timing otherwise on their side, Gaffer is all set to go. He is happy to hear there will be lots of space to work with. Less keen on the birds.
"We can't get bogged down against the birds if the other's are in the same room. If they are close enough, I'll try and take them out quick, but if they are spread out, it will be difficult."
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190 Minutes
The Palace - A few more things...Dan K DM Monday April 29th, 2024 12:48:45 PM
The Tide begins to prepare to battle what is most likely the most powerful creature they have ever faced. Ramirez casts Good Hope[i]. Des casts [i]Protection from Energy Acid Danko starts with his wand and casts Protection from Evil on everyone, but Nira as she cast it herself. The spell from the wand will last 10 rounds, Ramirez 4/10, Yrul 5/10, Des 6/10, Hmerrin 7/10, Danko 8/10, Gaffer 9/10. Danko than recasts [i]Mage Armor[i].
Yrul having informed the group of the birds she heard, prompts a final couple of questions from Nira. "Everything is dangerous", comes the response and "Spells? Yea, probably, most of everything here can. Never heard them 'talk' beyond a mimicry or sqwawk though." Upon providing this last bit of information, the pair slip out and dwon the hall to another room.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:178/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Monday April 29th, 2024 5:26:59 PM
Desdichado hardens himself for the battle ahead. "Remember, anything moving in that next room wants to kill us. And probably some things that don't move."
Suddenly, his greataxe begins to glow with a faint blue light. (Divine Bond: Brilliant energy, flaming)
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls Divine bond: Brilliant energy - ignore armor/shield bonuses to AC; Flaming +1d6 fire) Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Protection from Evil: 6/10 remaining Auras
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 204/251 AC:43 T:24 FF:35 CMD:50) DR 5/- d20+35=41 ; d8+30=35 ; Monday April 29th, 2024 6:56:46 PM
Hmerrin gives Yrul a nod. "Here we go."
When Yrul opens the door, Hmerrin strides straight in. His intent is to move 40' toward the Majaraja if he sees her, or the nearest Rak/Sasha if he doesn't.
Anything in attacking distance in that first 40' gets attacked. ------ 40' move. Attacking something dangerous looking, power attack hits ac 41 for 35 hp damage.
In Effect Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (25/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor 2) good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Monday April 29th, 2024 8:28:07 PM
Ramirez casts greater invisibility and then follows Hmerrin into the room.
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 3)Protection from Evil 4/10 remaining 4)greater invisibility - 19/19 rounds remaining
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:135/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20+37=57 ; d20+25=34 ; Tuesday April 30th, 2024 3:56:43 AM
It was time to get sneaky - not that she hadn't before, but this time it was time to be seriously sneaky. She mentally informed all her friends of the same and quickly moved in. Her idea was not to engage with all and sundry but get into position so that she could find a weak point. Snickit and Dabz didn't really like this plan much as they were quite convinced that they were powerful enough to slay any manner of beastie. Fortunately Yrul was bigger than them.
~~~ Stealth: 57 (Can still move at normal speed) Perception: 34 (Sundry beatsies and traps)
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/35/37 evil ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Tuesday April 30th, 2024 6:33:31 AM
Danko stays back...
Message send all { Watch for traps! }
------------------- mage armour protection from evil 7/10 Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Tuesday April 30th, 2024 9:29:04 AM
Nira stays back with Danko. Until she knows what they're up against she wants to be cautious.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+36=56 ; Tuesday April 30th, 2024 10:49:06 AM
Gaffer follows halfway behind Hmerrin, trying to spread the group slightly. He focuses on assessing the new area first, the slinging of fire will start shortly.
----- Move: 20 feet into the room. Perception: 56; Focused mostly on birds and tigers.
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190 Minutes Protection from Evil: 9/10 rounds
The Palace - Rnd 1 Dan K DM Tuesday April 30th, 2024 2:26:18 PM
Des enacts his Divine Bond and his great axe begins to glow. Hmerrin gives Yrul a nod and as the drow opens the door, he strides in looking for targets. Ramirez casts Greater Invisibility and follws Hmerrin in. Yrul slips in and makes for the cover of a tree. Nira and Danko hang back to see what the opening round will look like. Gaffer moves in and cuts left down the wall to stay a bit spreadout.
The main Entertainment room is lavishly furnished and massive. You have very recently been to the palace of Maab herself and this room does not disappoint for the finer things There is a pool at the north end for swimming with a second level infinite pool and spilling into the back of that from the wall is a waterfall Off center to the north is an indoor oasis of ferns, palm trees and orchids. They surround a sandy beach with a natural bubbling spring at the center. Bird calls and the fragrance of flowers is noticeable. High overhead, is a ceiling of apparent glass from which the ‘natural’ sunlight illuminates the room. To the south is a great ballroom floor for dancing, ringed by chaise lounges and small tables designed for all sizes of creatures and further south are several great feasting tables. Scattered throughout the room are semi private tables nestled under trees with blinking fireflies that don’t seem to move. Lastly at the very south end is a great throne gilded in all manner of precious stones and metals upon a 15’ dias. The throne could hold a creature of Huge proportions and is flanked by a pair of bronze statues, gilded in gold and silver and made to resemble Jackal headed Rakshasa. The riches of vast wealth beyond counting, luxury undreamt of, is everywhere.
Lounging on the throne is a magnificently beautiful white tiger. 3 Great red macaws squawk from a nearby tree at your entrance. Turning to regard you is a jackal headed Rakshasa appearing identical to the great statues.. To his left and right are Tanaka Rakshasa, huge hulking and powerful creatures of the same line as Golden Eyes herself.
The Jackal Rakshasa speaks, his voice seeming to come from everywhere at once around you, a calm and smooth voice without emotion or concern.
“I applaud your tenacity and resourcefulness. If i were to accept you as my slaves, what is it you would ask in return?”
Well that wasn't very helpful, thought Yrul. Clearly Snickit and Dabz had led her to the wrong tree! She needed to be the other side of the clearing, towards the throne. Still, there was a LOT to contend with here and evaluating what that was seemed to be a sensible course of action. So, the longer she remained unnoticed, the better. Whilst the tree that Snickit and Dabz had selected was according her ample cover, she favoured the one further south. She'd need to head that way eventually. So it was that way she slinked.
~~~ Stealth: 47 ~~~
There was no way it was she that would be answering that nasty rakshasa. Let someone else hold its attention. Snickit and Dabz agreed and for that she was grateful.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:178/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Tuesday April 30th, 2024 7:16:15 PM
(OOC: I don't see Dez on the map. Since he would have only had 20-ft. movement last round, I'll start him a pace behind Hmerrin at AL:28 if that's okay.)
"Oh, now you want to make a deal? Save it for someone who's listening" scowls the paladin as he makes his way forward to AI:34.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 204/251 AC:43 T:24 FF:35 CMD:50) DR 5/- Tuesday April 30th, 2024 7:16:24 PM They weren't kidding about the room, Hmerrin notes unhappily. It's a really long way to the bad guys.
Charging THAT group by himself seems suicidal, so he sticks with striding forward like he owns the place. Pausing for a couple seconds, he activates his tattoo.
"Come on now," he responds lightly. "How tenacious would we be if we just up and surrendered right here? We haven't even killed you yet."
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40' move to AD-38. Activate Brahmah Tattoo - Delay Poison
In Effect Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (25/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor 2) good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Tuesday April 30th, 2024 8:45:18 PM Oh look, a dance floor. That's convenient, because we came here to dance.
Seeing a bit of distance involved, Ramirez casts haste on the group before they get separated. (DM discretion if all are in range)
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 3)Protection from Evil 3/10 remaining 4)greater invisibility - 18/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on all 19/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Wednesday May 1st, 2024 4:45:07 AM "Maybe this time we focus on one enemy at a time?" Nira vidily recalls the difficulty they had against the witch and chicken house.
She casts a Gtr Invisibility spell on herself and steps out into the larger room.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/35/37 evil ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Wednesday May 1st, 2024 6:30:40 AM
Danko, rod of absorbtion in one hand walks into the room and takes a 5 foot step to the right, just to be out of the doorway.
Message all { Thread lightly my friends.... }
-------------------- mage armour protection from evil Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) Wednesday May 1st, 2024 7:40:12 AM
Nobody immediately starts the fight, but Gaffer isn't sure when it will start. He busies himself with a summoning, a nice toy for Sasha to play with.
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190 Minutes Protection from Evil: 8/10 rounds
The Palace - Rnd 2 Dan K DM 5d4+5=21 ; 5d4+5=23 ; d20+18=31 ; d6=5 ; Wednesday May 1st, 2024 12:04:28 PM
Yrul heads south to another group of trees. A beautiful cushioned bench and mathril lattice table sits beneath it affording a view of the dance floor and waterfalls to the north. A crystal decantaur and a silver goblet are on the table. Des voices his displeasure and advances. Hmerrin quips back and moves forward, a Tattoo sprining to life about him. The Maharaja's ears slightly faltten in response to his retort. Ramirez casts Haste before Hmerrin and Des move up, but even still, Nira and Danko are not within 30' of Hmerrin. Need a choice on who is not included...Hmerrin OR Danko and Nira Nira casts Greater Invisibility and floats into the room, suggestiong the group concentrate on a single opponent. Danko, with his Rod of Absorbtion in hand, moves through the doorway and slightly down the wall to the right/south. Gaffer begins casting a summoning spell.
The Jackal Rakshasa, his voice seeming to come from everywhere at once around you, still a calm and smooth voice without emotion or concern.
“Kill me? How negative. But be assured I do not plan on killing you as there are far more pleasant interests I have in mind” Rubbery Black Tentacles erupt from the ground around most of the party. Nira, Danko, Ramireaz and Gaffer, CMB 31 Nira is Grappled Dmg 9 CMB 33
As Gaffer casts, both of the Tanaka Rakshasa's growl and with the flick of a wrist, 5Magic Missiles streak from each of them to Gaffer. Gaffer Dmg 21 and 23 Concentration Check DC 38 and 40 or lose the spell
The Large white tiger gives a purr, nuzles the Maharaja's hand and hops off of the throne.
The 2 Mawcaw birds land atop trees, across the dance floor and to the south.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:178/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Wednesday May 1st, 2024 6:04:13 PM
Desdichado hugs the trees and hastily makes his way closer to the mighty rakshasa (move to AF:43).
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls Divine bond: Brilliant energy - ignore armor/shield bonuses to AC; Flaming +1d6 fire) Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Protection from Evil: 4/10 remaining Haste: 19/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack Auras
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 204/251 AC:43 T:24 FF:35 CMD:50) DR 5/- d20+35=50 ; d8+30=31 ; Wednesday May 1st, 2024 7:00:49 PM
Hmerrin makes a face as the spells go off behind him. He slows down, presenting a line of attack with Dez while watching Sasha dismount.
------------ Move to AA:43.
Ready action. Anything decides to get in axe range gets swung at. Power attack hits ac 50 for 31 hp damage.
In Effect Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (25/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor 2) good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/35/37 evil ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 d20+16=33 ; Wednesday May 1st, 2024 8:13:19 PM
Danko casts dispell magic on the black tentacles.... hopefully that will take care of that....
------------- Dispell magic caster level check 33 (or 35 if Good Hope matters)
mage armour protection from evil Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Wednesday May 1st, 2024 8:23:29 PM
OOC- from last round, haste is active on Hmerrin, Ramirez, Desdichado and Yrul
Allright then, Nira, pick one Ramirez moves up(location AJ38) ready support with archery.
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 3)Protection from Evil 2/10 remaining 4)greater invisibility - 17/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Hmerrin, Ramirez, Desdichado and Yrul 18/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+23=34 ; Wednesday May 1st, 2024 8:29:25 PM
Nira can be pretty flexible at times, and she's able to wriggle and contort her body to escape the tentacles. Once free, she moves to get outside it's reach.
-------- Standard: Escape Artist vs DC33: 34 + 2 (Good Hope)= 36 = Pass! Move: Fly to AL32 and ascend to 15ft
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Wednesday May 1st, 2024 8:44:28 PM
She doesn't respond to Ram and instead stays silent, not wanting to give away her position.
----------- Spells in Effect: Barkskin ... Contingency ... Darkvision ... Good Hope ... Greater Invisibility ... Mage Armor ... Magic Circle vs Evil ... Magic Vestment (Shirt & Shield) ... Mass Planar Adaptation (Resist Fire 20) ... Overland Flight ... Resist Fire (5) ... Roses Temperature Control ... Talisman from Vyrnix
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 164/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+28=36 ; d20+28=47 ; 15d6=41 ; Thursday May 2nd, 2024 7:39:12 AM
Gaffer's spell falters as the first set of bolts strikes him. "What a rude way to treat guests" he grumbles in a whisper while steadying himself against the many impacts.
As Nira calls for focus on a singular target, Gaffer smiles to himself and makes use of their enemies current, and calling a column of flames to surround them.
----- Concentration check: 36, Fail Cast: Flame Strike, Empowered: SR Check 47; Centered on T59; 61 Fire Damage, Half Divine Move: AL35
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Protection from Evil: 7/10 rounds
Yrûl moved and moved again. Surprised at how suddenly fleet of foot she now was, she made her way - in as shadowy fashion as she could, towards the throne. Snickit and Dabz were all for stabbing the bother rakshasa, but she overruled them in favour of continued stealth. Surprising the enemy would be difficult, but could prove pivotal in shaping the course of the battle. ~~ Stealth: 54
The Palace - Rnd 3 Dan K DM d20+16=34 ; d20+18=27 ; d20+18=23 ; 10d6=39 ; 10d6=40 ; Thursday May 2nd, 2024 2:25:30 PM
Des moves forward, as does Hmerrin. Danko Dispels the Black tentacles and they fade to nothing. Ramirez moves up, readying his bow. Nira does invisible like things. Gaffer casts Flame Strike at the Maharaja, catching him, Sasha and TR1. Yrul moves forward through the trees, silent as a ghost.
As the column of flame descends, the Maharaja chuckles, "Foolish mortal, your magic..." He is interrupted with a yelp of pain as the fire and holy power sear him. Smoking, his eyes widen and he bears his teeth, "How did you accomplish that worm! You will answer me before I am through with you!" he bellows, causing the Tanaka near him to look on with uncertainty at him. The Tanaka shields himself from some of the blast and Sasha bobs and weaves completely untouched.
The Maharaja extends a finger towards Gaffer and a thin blanket of fog rises up about the druid and catches Ramirez as well. Spellcraft 22 Highlight to display spoiler: {Mind Fog} Gaffer, Ramirez Will DC 26 failure means -10 to future Will saves
TR1 castsSlow at Hmerrin, stripping Hmerrin and Des of the Haste spell. TR2 stands ready. Sasha shakes her head and comes down the dais steps. Lightning bolts erupt from the trees of the sitting mawcaws, blasting into Hmerrin. Hmerrin Reflex DC 19 Dmg 39 and 40
Ramirez starts a legendary epic about heroes overcoming impossible odds. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls All who can hear Ramirez affected Please note there are a few overlaps with good hope, only the better bonus applies to charm and fear effects OOC- are the raptor birds listed on the map the macaws?
Ramirez opens fire at the nearest raptor(macaw?) B2. After the other run-ins with spell casting animals on this plane, letting them go to drop lightning bolts everywhere would be a mistake. (Ramirez stays at current location) Hit AC: 47, 47(haste), 45, 37 damage: 20(plus 4 holy), 16(plus 5 holy), 16(plus 3 holy), 16(plus 6 holy)
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 3)Protection from Evil 1/10 remaining 4)greater invisibility - 16/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 17/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
combat reminder: 33/28/23, 1d8+14(+2d6holy)(includes good hope, haste, inspire courage)
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 185/251 AC:43 T:24 FF:35 CMD:50) DR 5/- d20+20=38 ; d20+20=38 ; d20+31=32 ; Thursday May 2nd, 2024 7:13:56 PM
[Reflex saves 38 and 38 - successes]
Hmerrin experiences a lot of spell effects. He avoids the worst of the lightning bolts but makes a mental note that some kind of evasion magic would be helpful.
And he's not happy with the way this is playing out.
Sasha seems in no rush to come over and join combat. He could charge...Hmerrin is not all that eager to take on that group alone. Gonna go with discretion this time.
A step closer, then the fighter stows his axes. His bow pops to his hand and he fires at the macaw.
------------- 5' step to Z44. Stow axes. Quick Draw bow. Attack B2 (Deadly Aim) - Nat 1. Miss
In Effect Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (25/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/39/41 evil ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137 Thursday May 2nd, 2024 8:00:58 PM
Danko moves forward 5 feet.
Message all { Lets see if this changes things a little... }
Danko casts and he begins to shimmer and change....
------------------------ Casts Form of Dragon 3 Casting time - 1 standard action Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
Move to AL27
mage armour protection from evil Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:178/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Thursday May 2nd, 2024 10:19:41 PM
Desdichado keeps moving forward, only slightly concerned that no one else is getting close!
"Oh, didn't think we'd have any surprises of our own up our sleeves, did you? I bet making a deal is starting to sound really good right now, huh?"
Double move to AD:53.
(OOC: Is there a description of what the brown squares are? Can they be walked on?)
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Divine bond: Brilliant energy - ignore armor/shield bonuses to AC; Flaming +1d6 fire) Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Protection from Evil: 4/10 remaining Auras
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Friday May 3rd, 2024 12:56:28 AM
Nira is on clean-up duty. She casts a Gust of Wind spell to disperse the Mind Fog and then changes her position by flying south.
--------- Spellcraft check vs DC22: Autopass Standard: Cast Gust of Wind to disperse the fog Move: I'm not sure where the fog is but hoping to fly to AL40
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 164/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+23=36 ; d20+28=42 ; 19d6=53 ; Friday May 3rd, 2024 7:53:36 AM
With the others now out in front, Gaffer moves to the center of the room and starts judging the distance for his spells and their opponent's.
He is genuinely surprised at the Majara's surprise, and doesn't mind letting them know it ."To think I was worried you had plans against our plans. I'm almost disappointed."
But then has to focus again, the fire doesn't stop after his last spell, but grows and spreads across the end of the hall.
----- [OOC: Sorry, forgot about saving throws!] Wisdom Save: 36, Pass Move: AD35 Cast: Fire Storm, Empowered; SR Check 42; Reflex DC 28 for Half; 79 Fire Damage; Failed Save means set on fire, taking 4D6 damage a round until extinguished; 10 foot cubes of flame starting at B2 and moving to cover all those around the throne.
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Protection from Evil: 7/10 rounds
Yrul moved again (AE,56). Again, she was as stealthy as a shadow as she slid across to sidle close to the trees, keeping a careful watch on her surroundings. The truth was, she felt outclassed. These were terrible opponents, all big and powerful and her greatest talents were denied to her. At least it wasn't painfully bright here. Then Ramirez's words resonated in her core and she took heart. She could do this! She just had to pick the right moment.
~~~ Stealth: 52 Percewptiin: 44
The Palace - Rnd 4 Dan K DM d100=81 ; d100=52 ; d100=68 ; d4=2 ; d4=4 ; d20+12=32 ; Monday May 6th, 2024 8:39:44 AM
Ramirez begins a mighty ballad of legends and sends 4 arrows at the nearer Mawcaw in the tree, hitting 3 times. Hmerrin gets a little singed, but nothing bad. He decides to opt for his bow as well, but his shot is off of the mark. Danko moves up and changes into a mighty bronze dargon. Des keeps moving forward. I have Des's speed at 20' making a double move only 40' to AD50 Nira casts Gust of Wind and disappates the Mind Fog and floats forward. Gaffer moves towards the center of the room and casts Fire Storm. As begins, one of the Tanaka Rakshasa, casts his own spell, countering the Fire Storm. Dispel Magic Caster Check 32 Yrul crosses the last bit of open space and and hugs one of the great trees. Yrul can also see that the burns wounds on the Maharaja are healing, quickly.
With arrows flying, the Mawcaws each enact a spell Mirror Image One of the Tanaka casts a spell Haste upon those around the throne area. The other holds again, watching the battle and specifically the spell casters of the Tide. With a yawn, Sasha sists back on her haunches and waits. Now that Des and Hmerrin are closer, they can see 2 tourquoise teardrop shaped gems entangled within Sasha's furry legs and a single ruby one on her head. The Tanaka as well have several teardrop gems seemingly partially embedded in their arms and legs. The Maharaja pooints a furred backwards facing hand at Hmerrin and grwols a gutteral sound. Hmerrin Ice seems to sprout from your very body, growing like a fungus to encase you. Reflex DC 25 Fails, Encased in Ice; Condition Helpless Cold Dmg 13 -Success, Condition Entangled Cold Dmg 13 Ice remains attached to you
"What the...?" Hmerrin looks around in alarm as ice erupts from his armor, threatening to encase him. The fighter shimmies and twists to avoid getting frozen solid, but he's still hampered.
This seems like a great reason to keep shooting birds.
Hmerrin struggles to take a step toward Sasha, then unloads a volley toward one of the mirrored macaws.
-------- 5' step to Y45 Full attack on B2
atk 1 hits ac 39 for 18 hp damage + 4 hp vs evil atk 2 hits ac 31 for 15 hp damage + 3 hp vs evil atk 3 hits ac 38 for 16 hp damage + 6 hp vs evil atk 4 hits ac 36 for 15 hp damage + 4 hp vs evil
In Effect Entangled - half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (25/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:178/229; AC:29/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Monday May 6th, 2024 7:25:46 PM
Desdichado moves forward cautiously (move to AD:54). Sasha, being the closest to him, gains his attention as he points to the animal and declares his intent to smite her. (Smite Evil vs Sasha).
"Kitty wants to play?"
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Divine bond: Brilliant energy - ignore armor/shield bonuses to AC; Flaming +1d6 fire) Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Protection from Evil: 3/10 remaining Smite Evil (6/7 remaining); +6 attack vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR Auras
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+33=43 ; d8+14=16 ; 2d6=8 ; Monday May 6th, 2024 8:17:09 PM
Ramirez moves up a bit(AG42), trying to keep those who cant see him guessing. He fires off another shot at the Macaw(B2)
hit AC43, damage:16(plus 8 holy)
bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 3) 4)greater invisibility - 15/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 16/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
combat reminder: 33/28/23, 1d8+14(+2d6holy)(includes good hope, haste, inspire courage)
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=34 ; Tuesday May 7th, 2024 12:10:50 AM
Nira activates her Brahmah Tattoo to create an area of silence around the throne.
The tanaka has a bad habit of countering the party spells. She watches the one that isn't casting spells to try and tell who of the Tide it is focusing on and readying to counter.
--------- Standard: Use Tattoo to create 20ft radius of silence centred at T57. Dur: 3rnds Perception: 34 to determine which of the Tide the Tanaka is looking at and readying to counter
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:135/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20+37=38 ; d20+25=40 ; Tuesday May 7th, 2024 6:29:39 AM
Yrûl again slunk across to her desired location. This time adjacent to one of the large bronze statues, fervently hoping that it wouldn't spring to life. (61:AB). If it didn't, her idea was to climb over it and so come upon her opponents from the rear - bravely attacking their backs. ~~~ Stealth: 38. Oops! natural 1 rolled. ~~~ Had anything noticed her clumsiness? She looked around in alarm. ~~~ Perception: 40
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/39/41 evil ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137/213 temp d20+15=29 ; Tuesday May 7th, 2024 6:32:03 AM
With mighty flaps of his wings, Danko takes to the air and flies up 40 feet ... The huge dragon ROARS!!!
" FEAR... ME!!!!! "
--------------- Frightful presence DC 23 (or 25 if good hope counts) Fly check 29
Casts Form of Dragon 3 Casting time - 1 standard action Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
Move to AL27
mage armour protection from evil Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 164/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) 19d6=81 ; Tuesday May 7th, 2024 7:47:15 AM
Gaffer lets outs a low growl as he spell is forcibly shattered in his hands. His allies are closing in on the dias and he won't be able to cast as freely soon. He decides to wagers on the guard being a less able spellcaster than himself, and tries again. With Des between sets of targets, the next attempted flames are focused solely on the four around the throne.
----- Move: Z35 Cast: Fire Storm, Empowered; SR Check 42; Reflex DC 28 for Half; 121 Fire Damage; Failed Save means set on fire, taking 4D6*1.5 damage a round until extinguished; Forming a square with corners W55,W61,Q55,Q61
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Protection from Evil: 6/10 rounds
The Palace - Rnd 5 Dan K DM d10=10 ; d10=9 ; d10=4 ; d8=1 ; d8=4 ; d8=8 ; d8=1 ; d8=5 ; d100=23 ; d100=60 ; d100=85 ; d100=73 ; d100=53 ; d8=7 ; d8=1 ; d20+14=28 ; d20+14=19 ; d20+12=19 ; d20+17=27 ; d20+17=33 ; d20+19=28 ; d20+19=31 ; d20+19=25 ; d20+19=24 ; d20+27=39 ; d20+15=22 ; d20+30=33 ; 6d6+12=35 ; d20+28=30 ; d20+28=41 ; d20+28=44 ; d8+21=25 ; d8+21=25 ; d8+21=25 ; d20+14=25 ; 5d8=31 ; 10d6=43 ; 10d6=29 ; Tuesday May 7th, 2024 11:07:24 AM
Hmerrin avoids the being completely encased, but the ice clings to him hampering his movement. Firing at B2, 2 images are struck and the bird itself. Des moves up, eyeing Sasha and issues a challenge to the cat. Ramirez continues his song, slides around the tree and sends another arrow at the wounded bird. Another image vanishes. Nira activates her Brahmah Tattoo and places a Silence about the throne. Nira's best guess, is the Tanaka is waiting on Gaffer. Yrul comes in along side the great bronze statue of the Maharaja. It does not, happily, spring to life. Climbing over it is not overly possible, but the drow would be able to slip past it Treat the statue as difficult terrain for moving through its occupied squares Danko roars in his dragon form and ascends to the tops of the trees. you can still cast spells. Items requiring activation cannot be used. The Necklace will still work. No spells with material components without Eschew Material Gaffer tries Firestorm again, believing the Tanaka got lucky the first time.
Gaffer's Firestorm rages across the throne area, sheets of white hot flame akin to the greatest dragons of the Wold. 1 of the Tanaka catches fire as a result. Sasha appears completely unharmed, while the Maharaja and the other Tanka were able to avoid the worst of the fire.
One of the Mawcaw birds is visibly shaken from the Transformation of Danko to Dragon, as is a Tanaka and the Maharaja itself! The other bird caws angrily and Sasha eyes Des. Yrul Highlight to display spoiler: {Sasha flicks an ear in your direction and you hear the big cat chuckle}
The Tanaka that is on fire, moves out of the Silence and Heals itself. The other Tanaka moves with Sasha to engage Des. Des Tanaka Hit AC 31 Dmg 35 Sasha Hit AC 30/41/44 Dmg 29/29/29 Bleed Dmg 3
The Maharaja moves froward from the dais towards Hmerrin and flicks his wrist, sending a bolt of pure blackness at him. Hmerrin Touch AC 25 Dmg 31 Will Save DC 24 for 1/2 Else Sickened Another spell pulls across the fighter as well Hmerrin Will Save DC 26 if Sickened from above -2 penalty to save The ice continues to claw at the fighter as well. Hmerrin 11 Dmg Cold
A pair of Lightning Bolts lance out and strike Ramirez Ramirez Reflex DC 19 Dmg 43 and 29
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sence of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees
Entangled - creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity.
TR1 AC Dmg 1 On Fire TR2 AC Dmg 60 Shaken S AC Dmg MH AC Dmg 71 Shaken B1 AC 38 Dmg 50% Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken B2 AC 38 Dmg 86 50% Concealment Mirror Image x5
Thanks to the fury of Domi's smiting power, Desidchado is able to avoid the first attack from Sasha. The rest of the wounds from the cat and from the Tanaka still hurt, though. He returns her the favor.
(Attacks ignore armor/shield bonus to AC, bypass DR) 55 vs AC; 32 damage (+19 if Sasha is evil outsider) +6 fire 48 vs AC; 35 damage +6 fire 38 vs AC; 34 damage +3 fire 45 vs AC; 38 damage +2 fire
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Divine bond: Brilliant energy - ignore armor/shield bonuses to AC; Flaming +1d6 fire) Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Protection from Evil: 2/10 rounds remaining Lay on Hands: 13/20 remaining Smite Evil (6/7 remaining); +6 attack/AC vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR Auras
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 162/251 AC:43 T:24 FF:35 CMD:50) DR 5/- d20+20=34 ; d20+20=23 ; Tuesday May 7th, 2024 7:43:44 PM
[Will Save 1: 34 success Will Save 2: 23: Using hero point post roll for a 27 - success] ------------
Hmerrin powers throught the black miasma. Something else brushes his mind, and the fighter shakes his head violently to clear it. And he's still growing ice cubes.
Worse, Dez is engaged, Hmerrin is on the wrong side of this table to help, the ice is hampering him a lot, and this blasted bird is still active.
Heeding Nira's advice, Hmerrin works his way toward Sasha.
------- Double move (40' total) to AD 50
In Effect Entangled - half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Ramirez rolls and avoids the lightning bolts. The team is moving in and the macaw is causing trouble. He continues to fire on it. Hit AC: 34(nat1), 38(haste), 46, 43 damage: (miss), 20(plus 12 holy), 22(plus 3 holy), 23(plus 2 holy)
bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 3) 4)greater invisibility - 14/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 15/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+20=30 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2024 12:44:48 AM
Nira is a little pleased that the Tanaka was looking at Gaffer. It's apparent these foes are well aware of the Tide, and they know that she's quite a capable caster. If they're looking at Gaffer then it gives her some reassurance that perhaps they are unable to see through her invisibility.
She flies a little closer to the action and tries to help Hmerrin with his cold problem. This is followed up by a Spectral Hand in anticipation she's going to need to heal some people soon.
---------------- Move: Fly to AI42 Standard: Cast Dispel Magic on Hmerrin targeting the cold spell. Dispel check: 30 Swift: Cast Quickened Spectral Hand
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:135/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20+27=29 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2024 3:53:18 AM
It was Yrul's intent to slip around the back of those engaging Hmerrin. The squeeze past the statue wasn't as easy as she'd have liked, but she made progress. (Escape Artist:29)
(OOC:Unsure how much further she can move this round.)
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/39/41 evil ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 137/137/213 temp 16d10=95 ; 3d6+16=31 ; d20+29=36 ; d20+15=23 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2024 6:39:46 AM
Dragon Danko flies towards the Maharaja
" I SAID FEAR ME!!!! "
Danko casts finger of death at the Marahaja
----------- Moves to 45 AA/AB/AC 46 AA/AB/AC 47 AA/AB/AC
Death Ray Damage 95 or 31 Beat spell resistance 36
Fly check 23
Casts Form of Dragon 3 Duration 16 minutes Casting time - 1 standard action Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
Move to AL27
mage armour protection from evil Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 164/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) 3d6+19=31 ; d20+28=30 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2024 10:01:08 AM
Gaffer passes a few seconds without injury. Seeing that the two guards are distracted and unlikely to stop his casting, Gaffer rushes forward to get in range and sends a sickly green beam of light to strike past Sasha and into the injured Rakshasa behind.
----- Move: AC42 Cast: Finger of Death on TR2; SR Check 30; Fortitude Save DC 27; 190 Damage on a fail, 31 damage on a Success; ----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Protection from Evil: 5/10 rounds
The Palace - Rnd 6 Dan K DM d20+13=19 ; d20+25=33 ; 4d6=9 ; d20+24=42 ; d20+24=40 ; d20+24=34 ; d20+19=39 ; d20+24=32 ; d20+24=26 ; d10+21=23 ; d8+21=23 ; d8+21=26 ; d10+21=27 ; d10+21=29 ; d10+17=23 ; d10+17=20 ; 5d8=26 ; 23d6=87 ; 5d6=22 ; 10d6=26 ; 10d6=30 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2024 3:44:44 PM
Des heals some of his wounds, stopping the bleeding, and strikes back, landing multiple deep wounds into Sasha. Hmerrin makes his way towards Des, the ice hampering his move and slowing him down. Diagonal through the table space, 40' ends at AD 49 The bard dodges the Lighting blasts completely, a song in his throat and arrows in the air. 2 additional images are destroyed. Nira floats forward and under the nearby trees. She casts Spectral Hand to allow healing from a far and then attempts to, but fails to bring an end to the icy spell hindering Hmerrin. Danko closes rapidly with a mighty roar and casts [Finger of Death[/i] at the Maharaja. Gaffer moves up and casts [Finger of Death[/i] at the Tanaka supporting Sasha. Yrul crosses past the Statue and onto the dais. the 3 squares of the statue count as 30' of movement. The steps of the Dais is another 10' Yrul has moved 50' from AD 61 to X 61
The Maharaja staggers under the grip of Danko's spell, but does not fall. The Tananka seems able to repel the worst aspects of Gaffer's spell attack.
TR1 moves up to the Maharaja and Heals him and continues to burn The other Tanaka Heals Sasha.
Shasah growls, "Your companions have abandoned you to death Ferrin Arveløse, former Paladin of Domi" and attacks Des Hit AC 42/40/34/39/32/26 Dmg 23/23/26/27/29/miss +Bleed Dmg 2
The Maharaja growls at Danko, the Dragon Sorceror has most certainly gained his undivided attention and ire. "You dare, you insolent mortal. Petulant child!" Form his black hands, a pair of spells erupts. A black ray, the same as struck Hmerrin and the pale green ray of Disintegration Danko is struck Touch AC 23 and 20 Dmg 26 Will Save DC 24 for 1/2 Else Sickened If you fail this save you are a -2 penalty on the next save AND Touch AC 20 Fort Save DC 26 Dmg 87 or 22 PC Sheet lists Touch AC at 22 however you are not wielding the Staff of Power lowering it to AC 18 + as a Huge creature your size modifier is -2 The Maharaja then moves around the table and south of Des. As he does so, he looks directly at Yrul at gives her a wink
The far mawcaw leaves the concealment of his tree and flies south, sending a bolt of Lightning into Hmerrin. The other, remains in its tree and does likewise. Hmerrin Refelx DC 19 Dmg 26 and 30
The ice continues to sting the young fighter Hmerrin Dmg 11
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees
Entangled - creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity.
TR1 AC Dmg 14 On Fire 4D6*1.5 damage a round until extinguished Extinguish full round action Reflex DC 20 TR2 AC Dmg 60 Shaken S AC 40 Dmg 8 MH AC Dmg 81 Shaken B1 AC 38 Dmg 50% Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken B2 AC 38 Dmg 86 50% Concealment Mirror Image x3
The Palace - Rnd 6 Dan K DM Wednesday May 8th, 2024 3:47:32 PM
Protection from Evil update: Ramirez - expired Yrul - expired Des - Expired Hmerrin 1 round Danko 2 rounds Gaffer 3 rounds
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 138/251 AC:43 T:24 FF:35 CMD:50) DR 5/- d20+18=38 ; d20+18=27 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2024 6:13:48 PM
[Reflex saves 38 and 27, success]
Hmerrin avoids the full blast of the lightning bolts. The continued onslaught is starting to take a toll.
But nothing like what that talking tiger just did to Sasha.
Hmerrin grits his teeth and moves into the fray. This might hurt a bit
------- Double move to AC 55
In Effect Entangled - half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Desdichado swiftly heals himself again from the Sasha's attack. Thankfully, Domi's smiting power continues to give him a bit of added protection. He's still loosing stamina, though. (OOC: smite evil provides +CHA bonus to AC, so 35 vs Sasha)
"Abandoned me? What are you talking about?" he huffs between the blows. "They're on their way here now."
"And by the way - I'm STILL a paladin!" he declares as he brings his axe down again on the cat.
(Attacks ignore armor/shield bonus to AC, bypass DR on Sasha.) 65 vs AC (crit not confirmed); 34 damage +4 fire 48 vs AC; 37 damage +5 fire 47 vs AC; 37 damage +4 fire 45 vs AC; 33 damage +4 fire
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Divine bond: Brilliant energy - ignore armor/shield bonuses to AC; Flaming +1d6 fire) Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Lay on Hands: 12/20 remaining Smite Evil (6/7 remaining); +6 attack/AC vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR Auras
DM Note: the Smite AC bonus is a Deflection bonus and therefore does not Stack with your Ring of Protection +3. Des AC is +2 vs Sasha's attacks. Please adjust to all damage listed
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+28=44 ; d20+28=37 ; d20+28=39 ; d20+33=43 ; d20+33=44 ; d20+33=47 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2024 7:57:14 PM
The party are getting a bit banged up. Nira tries to stop some of the pain coming their way.
She flies closer to the action and casts a two-fold attack, and it's one of her strongest comobs.
"Can anyone ready to attack that Tanaka if it starts to cast a spell?" she calls out to the party, hoping someone can lock down TR1 "Just needs someone to stop it casting a spell. Just for a few seconds"
Nira does her best to keep the other three foes stuck.
----------- Move: Fly to AD47
Standard: Use MT ability to cast two spells at the same time. MH, S, and TR2 all take -2 to their saves for being targeted with both spells. -- Slow: Will Save vs DC25. Fail=Staggered 15rnds -- Mass Suffocation: Fort Save vs DC33. Pass=Staggered 1rnd. Fail=Suffocate
-- SR checks: MH: 44, 43 S: 37, 44 TR2: 39, 47
Hero Point action: Use Brahmah Tattoo to put a silence spell at AA57
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+33=44 ; d20+33=38 ; d20+28=34 ; d20+23=25 ; d8+18=23 ; d8+18=25 ; d8+18=19 ; d8+18=26 ; 2d6=5 ; 2d6=10 ; 2d6=12 ; 2d6=3 ; Wednesday May 8th, 2024 8:22:11 PM
Ramirez continues firing on the Macaw(B2), hoping to get a hit in through the images
Hit AC 44, 38, 34, 25 damage: 23(plus 5 holy), 25(plus 10 holy), 19(plus 12 holy), 26(plus 3 holy)
bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 3) 4)greater invisibility - 13/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 14/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Yrul wanted to help Nira, but she couldn't pass by the first Tanaka to get to the second; so she did what she could to occupy the enemy's attention. She moved up swiftly and silently to stab the nearest creature. (Okay maybe not that silently: another Natural 1.)
She swung Dabz intent on harming the creature, but Dabz wasn't really paying that much attention. (AC: 36 - before any other inspirational bonuses.) (If that hits. 10 Damage + 1 electrical.) (Does it count as a Sneak Attack for future bleed damage? I'm guessing not as nothing is working currently.)
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/39/41 evil ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 201 137/213 temp d20+20=27 ; d20+21=39 ; 16d10=98 ; 3d6+16=23 ; d20+29=40 ; d20+15=16 ; Thursday May 9th, 2024 6:46:23 AM
Danko roars again " Leave Desdichado be! "
and changes his attach from the Maharaja to Sasha...
================ Spell resistance 20 scarab of protection
Black Ray Save vs 24 = 26 pass Damage reduction 10 - no damage
Disintegrate Save vs 26 = 39 pass Dam reduction 10 - 12 damage
Moves to 47 x/y/z 48 x/y/z 49 x/y/z
Finger of death - Sasha Damage 98 or 23 Beat spell resistance 40
Fly check 16 fail
Casts Form of Dragon 3 Duration 16 minutes Casting time - 1 standard action Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
mage armour protection from evil 2/6 Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
DM Note: DR physical or electric has no affect on the 2 spells, please subtract an additional 20HP from your total
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 164/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+28=42 ; Thursday May 9th, 2024 9:13:37 AM
Gaffer hurries forward after sending his spell. He is still too far away to help Des yet but he'll get there soon. In the meantime, he'll do what he can to support Nira's plan, hoping his own method will work. It is a bit of a favourite.
----- Move: AD50 Cast: Baleful Polymorph on TR1; 42 SR Check; DC 24 Fortitude Save to Negate; DC 24 Will Save to maintain various abilities; Turn into a bunny.
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Protection from Evil: 3/10 rounds
The Palace - Rnd 7 Dan K DM d100=48 ; d100=70 ; d4=2 ; d4=1 ; d100=80 ; d100=69 ; d20+20=39 ; d20+19=37 ; 4d6=19 ; d20+17=26 ; d20+12=19 ; d20+17=18 ; d4+8=9 ; 10d6=34 ; d20+23=41 ; d6+4=5 ; Thursday May 9th, 2024 4:14:37 PM
Hmerrin moves in on Sasha to provide support to Des. Des staggers under the onslaught, helaing himself to stay conscious he then.... Nira moves to end the conflict, catching all of her targets in a Mass Suffocation, dispelling the Haste and putting a Silence about them. Ramirez fires another volley at the Mawcaw in the tree. He destroys all of the remaining images. Yrul closes and attacks the now suffocating Tanaka. As she closes, the right foot snaps out and catches her hard in the shoulder. The drow returns the favor with a slice from Dabz. AoO Yrul Hit AC 43 no crit 27 Dmg 45[/b] Danko casts a second [i]Finger of Death at Sasha, injuring the great cat. Gaffers comes forward and down one side of the table, casting Baleful Polymorph at TR1, but the Rakashasa resists the spell.
Even as Nira's spell flies, the Maharaja gestures to counter, but cannot. Nor can any of the victims overcome the powerful magice. The Maharaja, Sasha and one of the Tanaka all begin to suffocate. The Tanaka who is on fire, puts himself out. The other Tanaka defensively casts Dispel Magic to no affect The Maharaja steps back from the Silence spell and he too, attempts to Dispel Magic and he fails as well. He then opens a portal and steps through Arcana KN Highlight to display spoiler: {}Dimension Door[/i] Sahsa spits and squirms before folding in on herself. Erupting from that point in space a heartbeat later is a writhing swarm of black tentacles. Hmerrin and Des CMB 41 vs 50 and 36 Des Grappled Dmg 5
Landing in a tree, the furthest bird sends another Lightning Bolt in Hmerrin Hmerrin Reflex DC 19 Dmg 34 The Ice continues Dmg 11[/b] The other sqwaks at Ramirez and recasts Mirro Image, creating 8 additional birds
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees
Entangled - creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 120/251 AC:41 T:22 FF:35 CMD:48) DR 5/- d20+18=26 ; Thursday May 9th, 2024 7:09:31 PM
[Reflex 26]
"Really?!?" Hmerrin cries out in exasperation at disappearing tigers, appearing grabby tentacles, and lightning bolts he doesn't dodge so much as bounce off the ice still trying to popsicle him.
The fighter tromps through ice and black goo to a slightly more walkable spot.
------- -Tentacles are difficult terrain so assuming speed got cut in half again - now 10' So, double move to AC 59
In Effect Entangled - half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:16/229; AC:29 (35 vs Sasha)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+25=31 ; Thursday May 9th, 2024 7:54:48 PM
(CMB grapple: 31)
Desdichado grapples with the tentacles but cannot break their grasp. "I'm not doing too well over here," he grunts.
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Lay on Hands: 12/20 remaining Smite Evil (6/7 remaining); +6 attack/AC vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR Auras
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Thursday May 9th, 2024 7:56:33 PM
Nira is quite satisfied with her spell. It's the first time she's cast it and it seems to have had full effect.
"That Tanaka is about to drop unconscious" Nira alerts the group "Ready yourselves, and when he drops, you can finish him off"
She checks to see who needs healing in the group.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+33=46 ; d8+18=26 ; 2d6=12 ; Thursday May 9th, 2024 8:20:38 PM
Ramirez sighs I guess the bird will have to wait. He moves up(move to AI 51) to get into better range to start shooting at the raks that are still hanging around. He fires one shot at TR2
hit AC46, damage 26(plus 12 holy)
bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 3) 4)greater invisibility - 12/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 13/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Thursday May 9th, 2024 10:29:51 PM "Hang on a moment. All 3 are about to drop unconscious!" Nira realises "Nice!"
She activates her Freedom of Movement and swoops down to give Des a hand.
-------------- Free: Think "Help I'm stuck" to activate Contingency spell: Freedom of Movement Move: Fly to just above Des AE51 +5ft Standard: Defensively cast Heal on Des. Des is healed for 150pts
At completion of party actions those suffocating will be unconscious and need to make Fort Saves vs DC33. Fail=Drop to –1 hit points. Pass=Stay Unconscious. Saves will be needed for 18 more rnds
Well that hurt! At least Dabz had managed a response. now it was time to let Snicket play as well. She lacked the strength to deal any great damage, but could at least occupy the Tanaka's attention for a while whilst the others dealt with - well, everything else. ~~~ 1. Dabz: Hits AC:51 (Nat 20) Confirmed with 2nd Nat 20. Damage is 9. (Not at all sure what you quadruple. The base is 1. (So could be anything from 13 to 36) The Tanaka WILL take 2d6 of bleed damage each round hereafter. And 15 electrical damage. 2. Dabz: Hits AC 39 (More if inspired.) 12 damage. + 3 electrical. 3. Dabz: Hits AC. 22 (A miss no doubt.) 1. Snickit: Hits AC: 35. (Ignore the d4 + 34 roll. I slipped) 10 Damage. 2. Snickit: Hits AC: 29. Damage 12. 3. Snickit. Hits AC: 25. (likely a miss but....12 damage if hits.)
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/39/41 evil ) -- CMD 37 -- HP 201 137/213 temp d20+15=30 ; d20+22=27 ; Friday May 10th, 2024 7:53:21 AM
ooc> Danko has DR magic 10 being in drago form - does he still need to take the 20 damage?
Dragon Danko roars and casts Dispell Magic on the black tentacles.
------------ Spell resistance 20 scarab of protection DR magic 10
Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
mage armour protection from evil 1/6 Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+17=31 ; 7d6=27 ; d20+26=40 ; Friday May 10th, 2024 8:30:48 AM
Nira heroically readies herself to attack once the tanaka goes unconscious. No point attacking it until it drops.
--------- Hero point for extra standard action: READY action to defensively cast Vampiric Touch when TR2 falls unconscious. Hits TouchAC31 for 27pts. SR check 40. TR2 gets no armor or natural armor bonus, and a -5 Dex for being helpless
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 164/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) Friday May 10th, 2024 12:39:44 PM
Gaffer is glad to avoid the mass of tenticles. He stretches out a hand to heal Des... and a flying Nira appears alongside them to do it for him. He retracts a hand, hodling off on the spell for now.
Without the immediate pressure of all enemies in one place, he makes use of the last quicken spell from his rod. He Attemps a summoning again, and following it up with a second spell to empower his new ally.
----- [Some quick searching makes me believe I can quicken spell the summoning, but if that is wrong, I'll just spend the full round on the summoning.] Quicken Spell, Cast: Summon Nature's Ally IX: Giant, Storm; Location T52 Cast: Magic Fang, Greater; On the new Storm Giant
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Protection from Evil: 2/10 rounds
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:90/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Saturday May 11th, 2024 4:16:09 AM
"See that, Snickit? That's how you're supposed to do it." Yrul told her off hand weapon. Not that she really had an 'off-hand' being completely ambidextrous. She merely hoped to goad Snickit into matching Dabz' well placed attack, preferably before she got hit again!
The Palace - Rnd 8 Dan K DM d100=88 ; d20+25=37 ; d20+20=24 ; d20+13=28 ; d20+29=40 ; d20+24=32 ; d20+17=26 ; d20+12=26 ; d20+24=41 ; 2d6+12=19 ; d8+7=13 ; 12d6=40 ; 12d6=37 ; 12d6=40 ; Monday May 13th, 2024 10:58:10 AM
Hmerrin, hampered even more by the tentacle mass, and heads south to clear the area. Des, is not grappled, but still in need of healingAdd the 5Dmg back. I moved you correctly on the map and thought i had deleted you from the description. Sorry, Des is not grappled. Nira, happy on the affect of her spell, tells the group to be ready for the Tanaka to fall victim to it. She flies down to help Des in a few moments. Ramirez moves up to get a better posision to fire once the Tanaka falls. Arriving quickly with the benefit of the Haste, he fires and strikes with an arrow even while shooting through the hoard of writhing tentacles. Yrul strikes back with Dabz and Snickit, connecting with Dabz, but not Snickit. Bleeding the Tanaka. Danko, Was affected by the Spells. The dragon Danko attempts to Dispel the Tentacles, but is not successful. Gaffer uses his meta magic Rod to quickly summon a Storm giant and then casts Greater Magic Fang upon it.
The Tanaka staves off the second round of the Mass Suffocation spell and attacks Yrul fully. Yrul Hit AC 40/32/26/26/41 Dmg 19/-/-/-/13 The other Tanka ignores the Storm giant and instead creates a Flame Strike up Des, Nira and Gaffer[/i] Des Nira and Gaffer Reflex DC 24 Dmg 40/20 20 is unholy fire
Two more Lightning Bolts lance into Hmerrin Hmerrin Reflex DC 19 Dmg 37 and 40 The Ice inflicts Dmg 11
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees
Entangled - creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity.
TR1 AC 38 Dmg 41 TR2 AC 37 Dmg 175 Shaken Suffocating Bleeding S AC 40 Dmg 31 Unconscious MH AC Dmg 81 Unconscious B1 AC 38 Dmg 50% Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken B2 AC 38 Dmg 86 50% Concealment Mirror Image x9
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:16/229; AC:29 (35 vs Sasha)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Monday May 13th, 2024 1:34:30 PM
(OOC: Can it be confirmed if Nira cast Heal on Dez last round? From Rob's post this was done at the same time as Freedom of Movement contingency Free Action, but it's not listed in the actions above. It could make a big difference if he fails his saving throw.)
DM Note: This happened; Standard: Defensively cast Heal on Des. Des is healed for 150pts. Sorry for the scare.
There really wasn't much else to do but attack. 'Come on guys, you can do this.' She willed her two weapons to greater success. ~~~ OOC: There may be further pluses to hit. Bardsong? ~~~ 1. Dabz. AC: 38. Damage. 12. Electrical: 6. Bleed Damage: 12 2. Dabz. AC: 42. Damage. 11. Electrical: 2. 3. Danz: AC. 38. Damage: 11. Electrical: 3 1. Snickit. AC. 44. Damage: 9. 2. Snickit. AC. 38. Damage: 9. 3. Snickit. AC. 28. Miss.
Desdichado thanks Nira for the healing and adds a little himself to the others (Channel energy: 36 30' burst)
He hops up on the table and tries to find a more open path to their enemies. (Move to AA:50.)
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Lay on Hands: 10/20 remaining Smite Evil (6/7 remaining); +6 attack/AC vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR Auras
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 144/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+34=40 ; d20+29=44 ; d20+24=44 ; d20+24=31 ; 4d6+28=44 ; 4d6+28=40 ; 4d6+28=41 ; d20+15=33 ; Monday May 13th, 2024 7:33:04 PM [OOC: Majara and Sasha are on the map, so I'm assuming we can see them but let me know if checks are needed.]
Gaffer manages to pull back in time to avoid the worst of the fire, and is torn between annoyance at having one of his favourite spells used against him, or satisfaction when the flames are weaker.
He calls to the others as he notices the Majara didn't truly flee. "I see them at the back of the hall. Who do we focus? At the same time he calls to the Giant, directing them to focus the Tanaka in front. While casting another spell himself to try and obscure one of the raptors temporarily.
----- Reflex Save: 33 Move: AG49 Cast: Fog Cloud on L57 at the same height as the bird.
----- Storm Giant: HP 237/237 AC 29|FF26|T10 - +4 Str, Con - +5 to attack and damage rolls - Good Hope +2; 19/19 Rounds Attacking TR1 [OOC: I suspect they are immune but it's worth checking.] Attack 1: 40 vs AC; 44 Damage Attack 2:44 vs AC; 40 Damage Attack 3:44 vs AC; Failed to confirm crit; 41 Damage
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Protection from Evil: 1/10 rounds Magic Fang, Greater: Storm Giant; 19 Hours
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision Monday May 13th, 2024 7:44:15 PM "Well if someone wants to finish them off, now's the time" Nira calls in response to Gaffer
OOC: I think they're down to 0HP
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+33=42 ; d20+33=39 ; d20+28=34 ; d20+23=26 ; d8+18=20 ; d8+18=23 ; d8+18=19 ; d8+18=23 ; 2d6=10 ; 2d6=7 ; 2d6=9 ; 2d6=2 ; Monday May 13th, 2024 8:07:12 PM
Ramirez fires on TR2, giving some support to Yrul.
bardsong continuesaffects all Tide, please see below for stats
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 3) 4)greater invisibility - 11/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 12/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
"Could use a little healing here," Hmerrin grunts between electrical and cold attacks. A dozen or so lightning bolts are beginning to take a toll.
The fighter switches back to his bow, and launches a shot at the stupid mirrored birds.
-------- Stow axes Quick Draw bow. Attack B2 hitting nat 20 crit hits ac 50 for 62 hp damage.
In Effect Entangled - half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 120/144 -- DarkVision d20+20=37 ; d8=8 ; d8=6 ; d8=7 ; d8=7 ; Tuesday May 14th, 2024 1:39:12 AM
Nira is surprised that the tanaka is still standing, let alone making so many attacks against Yrul. Those things are tougher than she first thought. Good thing the Tide will be removing their threat from the Wold. If even one of these raks were to be let loose it would cause a lot of trouble. "Hold on just a little longer Yrul" she calls out.
She hears Hmerrin's call for aid, but even at full speed he's just outside her reach to cast a heal spell on him. She does what she can to treat his wounds and protect him from further attacks.
------------- Ref Save vs DC26: 37 = Pass. Evasion = No Damage. Reminder to Des & Gaffer that both have Resist Fire 20 from Planar Adaptation
Standard: Defensively Cast CCW to be delivered by Spectral Hand to Hmerrin. Hmerrin heals for 48pts Swift: Defensively Cast Quickened Resist Energy (Eletric) on Hmerrin. Hmerrin gains Resist Elec 30.
The 1st Silence spell expires now
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/39/) -- CMD 37 -- HP 181 137/213 temp d20+15=21 ; 16d10=105 ; 3d6+16=27 ; d20+29=38 ; Tuesday May 14th, 2024 8:47:29 AM
Danko ROARS !!!!! And casts...
------------------------------------ Fly check 21
Finger of death - TR2 Damage 105 or 27 Beat spell resistance 38
Casts Form of Dragon 3 Duration 16 minutes Casting time - 1 standard action Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
mage armour protection from evil 2/6 Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
The Palace - Rnd 9 Dan K DM d100=92 ; d10=2 ; d10=2 ; d20+25=36 ; d20+13=33 ; d20+20=28 ; Tuesday May 14th, 2024 9:45:47 AM
Yrul continues with Dabz and Snickit, connecting with Dabz and Snickit 5 times. Deep, viscious wounds, crisscross the Tanaka's stomach and sides. Des, Healed by Nira, then channels some additional healing as well, just as the Flame Strike hits. Heal Burst Danko, Nira, Des and Gaffer 36HP The Paladin leaps upon the table and starts across. Gaffer calls out that Sasha is on the far north end of the hall. From here he cannot see the Maharaja or tell what the cat is doing. A Fog Cloud appears to cut off the vision of one of the pesky birds. The Storm Giant attacks with its great sword Greater Magic Fang does not apply to Armed attacks- I subtracted 5 Hit and Dmg and lands a pair of blows. Each wounds the Tanaka. Ramirez puts 2 arrows into the wounded Tanaka attacking Yrul and kills it, finally. Bard song continues affects all Tide, please see below for stats Hmerrin puts out the call for aid as he switches back to his bow and sends a shaft at the bird he can see. through 9 false images and a host of small branches and leaves, the single shot strikes the bird dead. Nira hears and helps Hmerrin as she is able to. Casting a pair of spells for healing and protection. Hmerrin CCW for 48HP and Resist Energy Lightning Danko casts Finger of Death at the last Tanaka.
The Ice is relentless Hmerrin Dmg 11
The Tanaka steps back from the Storm giant and casts Wall of Force
The last Mawcaw remains hidden in the tree and the Fog.
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees
Entangled - creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity.
TR1 AC 38 Dmg 109 TR2 DEAD S AC 40 Dmg 31 Unconscious MH AC Dmg 81 Unconscious B1 AC 38 Dmg 50% Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken B2 DEAD
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 180/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) 15d6=57 ; d20+28=43 ; d20+29=48 ; d20+24=36 ; d20+19=33 ; 4d6+23=41 ; 4d6+23=43 ; 4d6+23=38 ; Tuesday May 14th, 2024 10:41:30 AM
With one Tanaka dead and the other walling itself off, Gaffer takes up Nira's advice. He has means to teleport over, but is still holding onto it for the Tide's retreat. Instead he'll start to run over, casting spells while feeling thankful that his kind favour wide areas as his own column of flame erupts around Sasha.
The Storm Giant continues to follow it's previous instructions as best it can, and attacks the wall now between itself and it's target.
----- Move: AD42 Cast: Flame Strike, Empowered; SR Check 43; Target F8, Not effecting the vegetation; 85 Damage; Reflex Save DC 25 for Half
----- Storm Giant: HP 237/237 AC 29|FF26|T10 - +4 Str, Con - Good Hope +2; 19/19 Rounds [OOC: Yes of course, sorry I forgot it wasn't all attacks.] Attacking Wall of Force, Assuming it is in the way of TR1, TR1 if not. Attack 1: 48 vs AC; 41 Damage Attack 2:36 vs AC; 43 Damage Attack 3:33 vs AC; 38 Damage
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Magic Fang, Greater: Storm Giant; 19 Hours
Yrul moved quickly and as sneakily as she could, hoping that the storm giant could occupy all of the Tanaka's attention. Dabz was on a roll. the plan was simple enough: let Dabz bite deep into the creature's flesh. ~~~ Stealth: 45 ~~~ 1. Dabz. AC: 51 (Nat 20) AC: 42 to confirm. Damage: 14. (Will bleed 2d6 thereafter) 6 electrical. ~~~ OOC: I've excluded the possibility of Sneak Attack damage due to the presence of the Wall of Force.
DM NOTE: Yrul starts to move and finds the Wall of Force!
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Tuesday May 14th, 2024 7:51:38 PM
Ramirez moves up, trying to circle around the wall of force. Move to (Y49)
bardsong continues- affects all Tide, please see below for stats
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 3) 4)greater invisibility - 10/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 11/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 129/251 AC:41 T:22 FF:35 CMD:48) DR 5/- Tuesday May 14th, 2024 8:05:37 PM
Hmerrin blinks as the skewered bird drops from the tree. "That should not have worked," he mutters in disbelief. But at this point, he'll take it.
The fighter pulls the flying carpet from his bag of holding, steps aboard, and gets some elevation.
------- Retrieve Flying Carpet from Bag of Holding 5' step to get on board. Fly up 20'
In Effect Entangled - half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Resist Energy (Eletric) 30.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:183/229; AC:29 (35 vs Sasha)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Tuesday May 14th, 2024 11:32:55 PM
Desdichado hopes to thumb a ride from Hmerrin. "Heading to the Maharaja and the cat?" he asks. "If so, I'll join you."
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Lay on Hands: 10/20 remaining Smite Evil (6/7 remaining); +6 attack/+2AC vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR Auras - Active vs SASHA
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/39/) -- CMD 37 -- HP 181 137/213 temp 16d6+16=70 ; 16d6+16=63 ; d20+29=30 ; d20+29=37 ; d20+15=23 ; Wednesday May 15th, 2024 6:32:07 AM
Danko the dragon flies......
" DEATH! "
And casts lightning from his fingers....
-------------- Moves to 24-26 NOP Fly check 23
Chain Lightning S D 70 SR check 30 MH D 63 SR check 37
Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
mage armour protection from evil 2/6 Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d20+13=19 ; d20+31=47 ; Wednesday May 15th, 2024 7:08:14 AM
Nira recognises the Wall of Force spell, but without her ability to see invisible things she really has no idea where it could be. Until Yrul runs into something. "That must be it"
She casts a Disintegrate spell in front of Yrul and then gets a little closer to the Tanaka, with the intent to blind it.
----------- Standard: Use Arcane Bond to defensively cast Disintegrate at the square Yrul bumped into. Hits AC19 Move: Fly to Y49 Swift: Defensively cast Quickened Blindness. Tanaka to make a Fort Save vs DC26 or be blinded. SR check: 47.
OOC: Any creature that went unconscious from the suffocation spell went to 0HP
The Palace - Rnd 10 Dan K DM d20+25=34 ; d20+13=23 ; d20+31=40 ; d4+9=11 ; Wednesday May 15th, 2024 9:17:59 AM
Gaffer casts Flame Strike and targets Sasha at the far north end. The Storm Giant attacks and and scores another minor hit. Yrul tries to close on the Tanaka, but encounters the invisible Wall of Force Ramriez cuts to the west, hops and crosses the table, coming down on the far side. Hmerrin reaches into his Bag of Holding to find nothing within it. The bag has been pierced from the inside, destroying everything it contained, including the Carpet and the bag itself. Des readies for Hmerrin and the Carpet, but that is no longer an option. Danko turns 90 degrees to the north and sweeps out towards Sasha and casts Chain Lightning into the cat. Cannot target the Maharaja as no line of effect exists. Between the turn and your 120' move, i put you as far as possible NOP/27 Nira waits for Yrul to cleverly reveal the Wall of Force and then promPtly Disintegrates it. Flies over Ramirez and casts Blindness at the Tanaka.
Danko can most clearly see Sasha and as the bolt strike, the cat does not react at all, simply lying very still.
The Tanaka Heals itself and rises 5' into the air. The Mawcaw blasts through the fog and dives into Yrul, swooping past in a blue and red blur. Yrul Hit AC 40 Dmg 11 Climbing to 15' as it soars past. Fly By Attack no AoA
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees
Entangled - creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity.
TR1 AC 38 Dmg TR2 DEAD S DEAD MH AC Dmg 81 Unknown B1 AC 38 Dmg 50% Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken Haste B2 DEAD
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:47/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Wednesday May 15th, 2024 11:23:49 AM
Yrul cursed herself for being an idiot. Sometimes she just got too distracted by the immdiacy of the problems facing her: that and arguing with Snickit and Dabz. Now she hoped that they would come to her aid. She invoked her Drow ability to summon darkness and placed that power upon Snicket.
~~~ Duration: 18 minutes. Drops Normal Light to Dim light Shadow Master. - DR10/- and +2 saves in Dim Light. -Critical Hit blinds foe for 1d6 IF in dim light. 20% mis chance unless they can see in darkness. ~~~ She really could have done with remembering that before, but better late than never and Snickit was certainly pleased to be doing something so useful. Thus protected, she was ready to attack anew. ~~~
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:183/229; AC:29 (35 vs Sasha)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Wednesday May 15th, 2024 7:34:24 PM
Desdichado stands in stunned silence for a moment as the flying carpet doesn't appear. "Alright, I guess I'll hoof it."
He starts making his way up to where the Maharaja and apparently dead Sasha are. (Move to 44:U)
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+33=51 ; d20+33=47 ; d20+28=35 ; d20+23=43 ; d20+23=24 ; d8+18=25 ; d8+18=19 ; d8+18=24 ; d8+18=20 ; 2d6=7 ; 2d6=7 ; 2d6=9 ; 2d6=11 ; Wednesday May 15th, 2024 8:02:15 PM
With the wall out of the way. Ramirez shoots at the tanaka rak.
bardsong continues- affects all Tide, please see below for stats
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 3) 4)greater invisibility - 09/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 10/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/39/) -- CMD 37 -- HP 181 137/213 temp d20+15=24 ; 16d10=89 ; 3d6+16=22 ; d20+29=47 ; Wednesday May 15th, 2024 8:11:32 PM
SEND PARTY via message { Sasha is down.... I'm going for the Marahaja }
Danko the dragon flies.... And tries to casts at the Marahaja....
--------------- Moves to 7 KLM 8 KLM 9 KLM
Fly check 24
Finger of death MH D 89 or D 22 SR check 47
Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
mage armour protection from evil 2/6 Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d20+20=31 ; Wednesday May 15th, 2024 8:29:33 PM
Nira had some plans for the Tanaka, but Yrul looks to be in a spot of trouble, and fortunately she's close enough to help now.
She swoops in to heal Yrul's wounds and tries to slow the tanaka down.
------------ The other silence spell expires.
Move: Fly to Y56, descending to 5ft Standard: Cast Heal on Yrul. Yrul is healed for 150pts Free: Retrieve Lesser Quicken Rod from Glove of Storing Swift: Use rod to cast a Quickened Dispel Magic on the Tanaka to end the flying spell effect. Dispel check: 31
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 123/251 AC:41 T:22 FF:35 CMD:48) DR 5/- d20+34=47 ; d8+17=21 ; 2d6=8 ; Thursday May 16th, 2024 7:28:23 AM
Hmerrin frowns at the hole in his bag, tosses it aside, moves up a bit, and fires an arrow at the Tanaka.
------- 20' move to Z58 Attack TR1 hitting ac 47 for 21 + 8 holy damage
In Effect Entangled - half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Resist Energy (Eletric) 30.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 180/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+28=32 ; d20+28=30 ; d20+24=30 ; d20+19=37 ; Thursday May 16th, 2024 8:09:12 AM
[OOC: Gaffer had moved to AD42 last turn]
Gaffer continues his movement towards the Majara, though Danko looks mighty in his current form, Gaffer is still worried that the Majara may be playing tricks.
He points his staff backwards as he runs, sending a flash of greeen at the Tanaka, hoping to arrest control over it's physical form.
The storm giant continues it's attacks but fails to land a single blow.
----- Move: Z36 Cast: Baleful Polymorph on TR1; 42 SR Check; DC 24 Fortitude Save to Negate; DC 24 Will Save to maintain various abilities; Turn into a bunny.
----- Storm Giant: HP 237/237 AC 29|FF26|T10 - +4 Str, Con - Good Hope +2; 17/19 Rounds
Attacking TR1 Attack 1: 30 vs AC, Miss Attack 2: 30 vs AC, Miss Attack 3: 30 vs AC, Miss
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Magic Fang, Greater: Storm Giant; 19 Hours
The Palace - Rnd 11 Dan K DM d20+25=26 ; d100=69 ; d100=94 ; d20+29=34 ; d4+9=11 ; Thursday May 16th, 2024 10:39:49 AM
Yrul is held up for a moment, but then casts Darkness upon Snicket, disappearing into the Dim Light. Des, as surprised as anyone, starts heading north. Ramirez fires several arrows into the Tanaka. Danko flies north, but has to Squeeze through the trees in his Huge form. Still he is just able to get to the far side and what he finds is not what he is expecting. Nira flies down and casts Heal on Yrul. Despite the Dim Light, she is able to locate Yrul. The Bloodwitch then calls forth a Rod and quickly casts Dispel Magic at the Tanaka. Hmerrin tosses the now destroyed Bag asised and fires an arrow into the Tanaka. Through the darkness taht now surrounds him, a teltale Thock tells him he aimed true. Gaffer casts Baleful Polymorph from hsis staff as he moves north to support the others heading towards the Maharaja. The Storm Giant is unable to land a blow this round.
Nira's spell causes the Tanaka to drop back to the ground. Gaffers spell transforms it into a bunny.
The Tanaka reforms and steps back into the air almost as fast. With a gesture, it again Heals itself.
In the north end of the hall, Danko the dragon spies the burned and still form of Sahsa and just behind the tree lies the robes the Maharaja was wearing. A mound of snow and ice where the body should be, slowly melting in the warm room.
The Mawcaw banks around the tree and sflies past Ramirez, tearing at his shoulder as it passes. Ramirez Hit AC 34 Dmg 11
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees
Entangled - creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity.
TR1 AC 38 Dmg TR2 DEAD S DEAD MH DEAD B1 AC 38 Dmg Mirror Image x6 Shaken Haste B2 DEAD
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:181/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 3d6=11 ; 2d6=5 ; Thursday May 16th, 2024 11:46:07 AM
"Many thanks." Yrul said to Nira before making her way towards the Tanaka once more. Matters though were far from simple as he was no longer on the ground. Still, she could call forth a shadow trick to see if that would help. ~~~ Shadow Evocation. Will DC: 19. Disbelieve for 1/5 damage. Ice Storm. 11 physical damage - 2 with save. 5 cold damage - 1 with save. No further save but SR does apply. ~~~ It wasn't much, but she hoped it would force the creature back down where she could hit it.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:183/229; AC:29 (35 vs Sasha)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+41=53 ; d12+19=29 ; Thursday May 16th, 2024 6:55:33 PM
"Huh, well there's another surprise" thinks Desdichado as they find out both Sasha and the Maharaja are dead. He hears one of the birds hit Ramirez and then start flying his way. He charges, trying to block it's way (move to Z:44).
53 vs AC; 29 damage
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Lay on Hands: 10/20 remaining Smite Evil (6/7 remaining); +6 attack/+2AC vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR Auras
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+33=36 ; d20+33=39 ; d20+28=34 ; d20+23=34 ; d8+18=19 ; 2d6=11 ; Thursday May 16th, 2024 7:16:59 PM
Ramirez keeps firing at the tanaka. It has to run out of heal eventually.
hit AC 36, 39, 34, 34 damage: 19(plus 11 holy)
bardsong continues- affects all Tide, please see below for stats
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 3) 4)greater invisibility - 09/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 10/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Thursday May 16th, 2024 9:44:14 PM "Eventually" Nira grees with Ram. "But eventually could be a long time. These raks are tougher than any we've faced before". She does what she can to try and stop the tanaka from casting any more spells.
Nira's still not sure what spell is causing the ice damage to Hmerrin, and the last time she tried to dispel it she was unsuccessful. It must be a very powerful spell and she can't afford to keep focusing on it while the battle continues nor keep healing him. She applies a temporary fix for the time being.
--------------- Move: Fly to X51
Standard: Defensively cast Miracle to duplicate a Feeblemind spell. Tanaka to make a Will save vs DC31 or be affected by Feeblemind. A creature that can cast arcane spells takes a –4 penalty on its saving throw.
Swift: Defensively cast Resist Energy (Cold) on Hmerrin to be delivered by Spectral Hand. Hmerrin gains Resist 30 to Cold
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 123/251 AC:41 T:22 FF:35 CMD:48) DR 5/- d20+34=40 ; d20+29=48 ; d20+24=35 ; d20+19=30 ; d8+17=19 ; d8+17=19 ; d8+17=25 ; d8+17=20 ; 2d6=5 ; 2d6=11 ; 2d6=10 ; 2d6=6 ; Thursday May 16th, 2024 10:12:47 PM
Hmerrin steps a touch closer and fires a full set of arrows toward the Tanaka.
------ 5' step to Y58 Full attack on Tanaka Atk 1 hits ac 40 for 19 + 5 holy damage Atk 2 hits ac 48 for 19 + 11 holy damage Atk 3 hits ac 35 for 25 + 10 holy damage Atk 4 hits ac 30 for 20 + 6 holy damage
In Effect Entangled - half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Resist Energy (Eletric) 30. Resist Energy (Cold) 30 to Cold
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/39/) -- CMD 37 -- HP 181 137/213 temp d20+15=21 ; Friday May 17th, 2024 6:36:41 AM
As Danko the Dragon banks hard and makes his way back to the others, he sends...
Message Party " The Marahaja also appears to be dead. Let's finish this! "
With a loud roar { To the tune of Mighty Mouse }
" HERE I COME TO SAVE THE DAY! MIGHTY DRAGON DANKO IS HERE TO SLAY !"
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Moves to (I think) 30 KLM 31 KLM 32 KLM
Fly check 21
Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
mage armour protection from evil 2/6 Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 180/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d3=2 ; d20+29=30 ; d20+24=27 ; d20+19=30 ; Friday May 17th, 2024 7:44:37 AM
With Danko's confirmation on the Majara, Gaffer turns back towards the remaining Tanaka while calling out to the others.
"Should we destroy the body? I don't know if Raks can be brought back but we should make sure it's not an option."
Looking up to the bird which is still moving around, and wanting to conserve some spells for their escape, Gaffer starts conjuring a few more elementals to aid them.
The Storm Giant uses it's reach to swing on the Tanaka, but is simply unable to land a blow.
----- Cast: Summon Nature's Ally V: 2 Medium Air Elementals
----- Storm Giant: HP 237/237 AC 29|FF26|T10 - +4 Str, Con - Good Hope +2; 16/19 Rounds
Attacking TR1 Attack 1: 30 vs AC, Miss Attack 2: 27 vs AC, Miss Attack 3: 30 vs AC, Miss
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Magic Fang, Greater: Storm Giant; 19 Hours
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:181/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Saturday May 18th, 2024 4:52:09 AM
"I think they are a bit like vampires. If you don't kill them right, they just get 'better'." Yrul offered very unhelpfully as she really wasn't at all certain of the truth of her statement, but prudence in this matter seemed warranted. Just as getting a full attack - with someone flanking - this tanaka was equally warranted.
The Palace - Rnd 12 Dan K DM d20+23=39 ; d20+19=20 ; d100=100 ; d100=57 ; d100=45 ; d20+29=42 ; d20+24=37 ; d20+19=32 ; d20+14=34 ; d20+14=33 ; d20+24=33 ; 2d6+12=19 ; 2d6+12=16 ; 2d6+12=20 ; 2d6+12=16 ; d6=1 ; d8+7=8 ; d20+31=34 ; Saturday May 18th, 2024 9:55:19 AM
Yrul attempts to knock the Tanaka down again with Shadow magic and then closes. Des heads towards the flying bird, but as it is 15' high, he cannot strike at it. Ramirez fires several arrows at the Tanaka, hitting once. Nira attempts to alleviate the damage the ice is causing Hmerrin and also casts Feeblemind at the Tanaka, obviously affecting it. Hmerrin moves forward and fires, hitting 2 times. Danko cries out that the Maharaja is dead and turns 180 degrees and squeezes his way back through the trees. Gaffer Casts Summon Nature's Ally V: 2 Medium Air Elementals to bring additional assistance specifically to get the bird. The Storm giant's struggle continue.
The Tanaka does not seem bothered by the Shadow magic and ascends another 5' and strikes at Yrul. Yrul Hit AC 42/37/32/34 crit 33 Bite 33 Dmg 19/16/miss/20+16/8 total=79
The Mawcaw slips over Des, dives into Gaffer and then climbs and banks away Gaffer Hit AC 34 miss
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees
Entangled - creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity.
TR1 AC 38 85 Dmg Feeblemind TR2 DEAD S DEAD MH DEAD B1 AC 38 Dmg 50% Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken Haste B2 DEAD
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:183/229; AC:29 (35 vs Sasha)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Saturday May 18th, 2024 6:47:17 PM
Desdichado can't reach the bird, so he starts making his way alongside the table, trying to get closer to the remaining rakshasa (move to Q:49)
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d20+20=25 ; Saturday May 18th, 2024 10:22:35 PM
Nira tries once again to dispel the magical cold from Hmerrin, but the icy spell is proving very hard to remove.
----------- Standard: Defensively Cast Dispel Magic on the cold spell affecting Hmerrin. Dispel check: 25.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+33=49 ; d20+33=45 ; d20+28=30 ; d20+23=25 ; d8+18=21 ; d8+18=24 ; 2d6=6 ; 2d6=7 ; Saturday May 18th, 2024 10:40:13 PM The Majaraha is dead? I didn't think we hit him that hard. Ramirez wonders for a moment, then his thoughts return to the task at hand. That rak may be injured, but it wasn't down. Yet.
Ramirez fires another volley at the rak. hit AC: 49, 45, 30, 25 damage: 21(plus 6 holy), 24(plus 7 holy)
bardsong continues- affects all Tide, please see below for stats
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 3) 4)greater invisibility - 08/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 09/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 123/251 AC:41 T:22 FF:35 CMD:48) DR 5/- d20+34=38 ; d20+29=45 ; d20+24=42 ; d20+19=25 ; d8+17=20 ; d8+17=24 ; d8+17=20 ; 2d6=8 ; 2d6=5 ; 2d6=10 ; Sunday May 19th, 2024 7:15:23 PM
"Let's all focus on the ones still trying to kill us, please," Hmerrin grunts irritably. The ice is making it hard for him to enjoy the moment.
He sends more arrows at the Tanaka.
------ 5' step to X58 Full attack on Tanaka Atk 1 hits ac 38 for 25 + 8 holy damage Atk 2 hits ac 45 for 20 + 5 holy damage Atk 3 hits ac 42 for 24 + 10 holy damage Atk 4 miss (ac 25)
In Effect Entangled - half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Resist Energy (Eletric) 30. Resist Energy (Cold) 30 to Cold
She was hit and hit hard, but Yrul persevered. How could she not? She'd never be able to look Snickit and Dabz in their faces again. Luckily the shadows wreathed her and spared her from the worst of the damage. ~~~ DR10/- in dim light. ~~~ She returned the favour to the Tanaka. Feeling inspired by Ramirez's words, she let fly with her two friends - Snickit and Dabz. ~~~ Snickit:1: AC.48: Damage: 15.(Forgot the +4 from inspiration) Snickit:2: AC.44: Damage: 17. Snickit:3: AC.30: Miss. Dabz: 1. AC. 48: Damage: 13. Electrical: 6. Dabz: 2. AC. 39: Damage: 14. Electrical: 3. Dabz: 3. AC. 28: Miss.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/39/) -- CMD 37 -- HP 181 137/213 temp d20+15=32 ; 12d8=61 ; d20+29=42 ; Monday May 20th, 2024 9:06:27 AM
Dragon Danko flies closer and breaths lightning at the Tanaka
========================= Moves to 47 MNO 48 MNO 49 MNO
Fly check 32
Breath Weapon Lightning 12d8 Damage 61
Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
mage armour protection from evil 2/6 Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 180/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+36=41 ; d20+29=46 ; d20+29=48 ; 8d6+42=74 ; 4d6=15 ; d6+5=6 ; d6+5=9 ; Monday May 20th, 2024 9:22:49 AM
Gaffer ducks under the strike from the Mawcar and finishes his casting. Tracking the bird and planting his new companions directly next to the creature and ordering them whirlwind and harrass the bird, as they are likely unable to best it in a melee.
He can't shake a sense of unease at the situation, and takes a breath to scan the room for anything at odds while moving close to his allies.
The Tanaka is within the darkness and finally forces the Storm Giant to move after it, where it swings down a mighty blow.
----- Perception, focused on invisible or unnoticed enemies: 41 Move: X43
----- Medium Air Elemental 1: HP 38/38 AC 19|FF16|13 - +4 Str, Con; 19/19 Rounds Whirlwind 2/2: Reflex DC 16; 6 Slam Damage on a failure; Reflex DC 16 again to avoid being caught in the whirlwind. Move Through B1s space into AF26
----- Medium Air Elemental 2: HP 38/38 AC 19|FF16|13 - +4 Str, Con; 19/19 Rounds Whirlwind 2/2: Reflex DC 16; 9 Slam Damage on a failure; Reflex DC 16 again to avoid being caught in the whirlwind. Move Through B1s space into AF30
----- Storm Giant: HP 237/237 AC 29|FF26|T10 - +4 Str, Con - Good Hope +2; 15/19 Rounds Move: P54 [Unsure how the darkness affects attacks here.] Vital Strike Attack: 46 vs AC, 48 to confirm crit; 74 base damage + 15 vital strike = 89 Damage
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Magic Fang, Greater: Storm Giant; 19 Hours
The Palace - Rnd 12 Dan K DM Monday May 20th, 2024 11:57:40 AM
Will be posting this evening
The Palace - Rnd 13 Dan K DM d100=22 ; d100=21 ; d100=17 ; d100=39 ; d100=85 ; d20+20=36 ; d20+20=28 ; d20+29=48 ; d4+9=11 ; Monday May 20th, 2024 6:13:47 PM
With the bird above his head, des heads back towards the remaining Rakshasa I have Des with Speed of 20 and thus moved 40' Nira attempts to dispel the ice on Hmerrin, but once again the opposing magic proves to powerful. Ramirez is a bit puzzled by how fast the Maharaja was defeater, as he fires again at the Tanaka, hitting twice. Hmerrin adds Two more. Yrul then strikes and Dabz, much to Snickits horror, deals the killing blow. Dankpo flies south, but as the Tanka falls, he does not use his mighty breath weapon. Gaffer looks about, not convinced that something it amiss. A pair of Air elementals arrive and go after the last foe as whirlwinds. Neither are able to capture the elusive bird. The Storm giant has no foe and remains where it is.
The bird flies past and slashes Ae1 as it does so. Ae1 Hit AC 48 Dmg 11
The Hall then darkens, as if clouds were gathering within the very building adn a rumble of thunder rolls across the great chamber. This is followed by a burst of deep laughter as a rift tears down the central axis from floor to ceiling, nearly 20' wide to reveal an endless night sky of stars. Stepping forth is what appears to be the Maharaja and a great silver back gorilla. Standing just over 6’ and wearing a golden and crimson robe, the Maharaja has the head of a black jackal with silver pools for eyes. “You will now pay for this outlandish, fool hardy, and senseless display of bravado”. All PC's WILL DC 26 Enchantment (compulsion Fear/mind affecting) Failure Highlight to display spoiler: {You are compelled to beg for forgiveness. You are cowering with fear.} On a successful save, you are shaken All PC's WILL DC 27 Enchantment (compulsion Mind affecting) Failure Highlight to display spoiler: {You are stricken with intense grief. You can take no actions, –2 penalty to Armor Class, and lose Dex bonus}
The pattern on the Maharaja's robes, like a great cherry orchard in bloom, swirls about as if a thing alive. Everyone can feel the power of this being flow across the room. The Tanaka seem to melt into nothing, becoming nearly invisible wisps of silvery energy.
"Look at what has become of my beautiful Sasha. You have soiled the beauty and tranquility of these lands in which my beloved children play. She will hear your pleas for mercy now“
At the far northern end of the chamber, Sasha get back to her feet.
The everpresent ice stings Hmerrin Dmg 11 though you are protected from the damage through the resist Cold.
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees
Entangled - creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity.
S AC 40 MH AC B1 AC 38 Dmg 50% Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken Haste G AC Dmg
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+23=41 ; d20+21=32 ; d20+31=49 ; d8+18=24 ; 2d6=5 ; Monday May 20th, 2024 7:55:23 PM
save1(includes inspire courage bonus) = 41, Ramirez is shaken save2(includes good hope bonus and shaken from first save) = 30 (not sure if this one qualifies for inspire bonus)
Well as grand entrances go, that was pretty good. Ramirez shifts position(move to AA45) and fires a shot at the Maharaja hit AC49, damage: 24(plus 5 holy)
bardsong continues- affects all Tide, please see below for stats
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 4)greater invisibility - 07/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 08/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls 7)shaken - –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/39/) -- CMD 37 -- HP 181 137/213 temp d20+24=41 ; d20+22=36 ; d20+13=26 ; d20+16=18 ; Monday May 20th, 2024 8:19:16 PM
Danko ROARS!
" FEAR ME ! "
A green ray shoots forth in an attempt to hit the robe.
ooc> Frightfull presence if possible?
-------------- Save 1 41 Pass shaken only Save 2 36 Pass
Disintegrate at the Marahaja's robe Ranged touch attack 18
Shaken A shaken character takes a –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
Moves to 37 GHIL 38 39
Fly check 26
Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
mage armour Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 Rod of absorbtion D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:183/229; AC:29 (35 vs Sasha)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Monday May 20th, 2024 11:34:17 PM
(Paladin immunity to fear & immunity to compulsion.)
"Still here, huh? Good - I was afraid you were gone without me getting in on any of the fun."
He points a raised fist at the Maharaja and declares Domi's wrath against him. (Smite Evil) And makes his way forward (move to T:41).
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Lay on Hands: 10/20 remaining Smite Evil (5/7 remaining); +6 attack/+2AC vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR ACTIVE VS MAHARAJA Auras
(OOC: The smite evil vs Sasha has worn off, correct? It lasts until the "target of the smite is dead", which I assume Sasha was.)
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Tuesday May 21st, 2024 1:44:38 AM "I knew it wasn't going to be that easy, as much as I'd hoped it would be" Nira sighs.
She isn't sure exactly how far away the raks can see invisible things so keeps her distance and takes some defensive actions. Nira flies eastwards so as not to be caught in a big group.
----------- Magic Circle vs Evil protects from the Enchantments
Swift action: Use Coven Ritual of Sharing supernatural ability to activate Spell Turning Move: Fly to AG55 Standard action: READY to use Brahmah Tattoo to put an extended silence spell on the Maharajah's square if he starts casting a spell
Spells in Effect: Barkskin ... Darkvision ... Freedom of Movement ... Good Hope ... Greater Invisibility (Rnd 13/15) ... Mage Armor ... Magic Circle vs Evil ... Magic Vestment (Shirt & Shield) ... Mass Planar Adaptation (Resist Fire 20) ... Overland Flight ... Resist Fire (5) ... Roses Temperature Control ... Spell Turning ... Talisman from Vyrnix
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:142/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20+15=33 ; d20+13=32 ; d20+37=55 ; Tuesday May 21st, 2024 5:17:46 AM
~~~ Save 1: 33. Includes undermentioned bonuses. Yrul is shaken. Save 2: 32. Saved. ~~~
The horrifying reappearance of the maharajah was greatly disturbing for the little Surface Drow. She'd just been about to play peace-maker, again, between Snickit and Dabz. All that was forgotten as she stared, open-mouthed at the dreadful, but majestic creature. Then she shook her head and quickly moved forward. She was surprised at how fast she now was! ~~~ (+30' to move from haste. Double move to new location.) ~~~ Come on, Guys, we've got the shadows. We can do this. She mentally informed her accompanying menagerie. ~~ (Can Hide in Plain Sight. Has Fast Sneak. Still in Dim Light.) Stealth: 55 ~~~
good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls.
5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 08/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls 7)shaken - –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 180/208 AC: 38(T:21/FF:31) CMD:41) d20+27=45 ; d20+23=40 ; d20+1=10 ; d20+1=14 ; d20+1=19 ; d20+1=3 ; d20+13=30 ; d20+11=31 ; d20+28=48 ; 19d6=64 ; Tuesday May 21st, 2024 6:27:24 AM
[Will Saves: 45, 40, Passed; Shaken] Gaffer is shook by the Majara's imposing descent, but manages to steel his nerves to keep moving. He glances at his summons to see the Air Elementals each slowing from their tornado forms to cower before the Rakshasa, though at least the Storm Giant stands strong.
He calls to the Storm Giant to focus on killing the Gorilla and the giant obliges by moving north and getting closer.
"I knew it must be a trick! Gaffer exclaims, a moment of vindication quickly ruined by the wave of power that washes over the room. "I'm glad I saved some fire, just for you." And his hands move swiftly, once more summoning sheets of flames in a triangle, stretching over all their foes.
----- [OOC: By my count, it is 14 cubes to get from the Majara to Sasha, and 12 more to also get B1, so hoping I can get all four enemies.] Cast: Fire Storm, Empowered; SR Check 46; Reflex DC 28 for Half; 96 Fire Damage; Failed Save means set on fire, taking 4D6 damage a round until extinguished;
----- Medium Air Elemental 1: HP 38/38 AC 12|T9|FF11 - +4 Str, Con; 18/19 Rounds; Fear, Grief
----- Medium Air Elemental 2: HP 38/38 AC 12|T9|FF11 - +4 Str, Con; 18/19 Rounds; Fear, Grief
----- Storm Giant: HP 237/237 AC 29|FF26|T10 - +4 Str, Con - Good Hope +2; 14/19 Rounds; Shaken Saves: 30, 31, passes Move Twice to N28
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Magic Fang, Greater: Storm Giant; 19 Hours
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Tuesday May 21st, 2024 7:53:35 PM
(placeholder post) Ramirez keeps aim on the Maharaja, waiting for the creature's next move.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 123/251 AC:41 T:22 FF:35 CMD:48) DR 5/- d20+29=36 ; d20+20=26 ; Tuesday May 21st, 2024 9:00:50 PM
[Will save 36 and 26. Using hero point to add 4 post roll = 30. Success]
The man fights the ice and moves as best he can toward the coming battle.
----- Double move (40') to Y50.
In Effect Shaken: -2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Entangled - half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Resist Energy (Eletric) 30. Resist Energy (Cold) 30 to Cold
The Palace - Rnd 14 Dan K DM d20+18=20 ; d20+24=32 ; d20+20=34 ; d20+29=33 ; d20+20=24 ; d20+34=42 ; d6+20=21 ; d20+31=37 ; d20+31=47 ; d20+31=43 ; 3d6+15=30 ; d6=4 ; d6=2 ; 6d6=15 ; 6d6=27 ; d4=2 ; d20+29=37 ; 5d8=21 ; Wednesday May 22nd, 2024 9:17:53 AM
It would seem the actual Maharaja has now appeared and with him, the once dead Sasha has been revived and the 'souls' of the dead Tanaka have been born across the room to him.
Ramirez staves off the pair of spells and fires an arrow, striking true. Danko wheels about and roars mightily and sends a ray of Disintegration, but the beam misses. Des raises a fist and declares Domi's power against the Maharaja, moving toward his opponent. Nira flies a bit away and prepares to counter what the Maharaja might do next. Yrul, and her Dim Light sphere, move northward towards the Maharaja. Gaffer casts Fire Storm flooding nearly the entire north end of the chamber in superheated fire. The Air Elementals are cowed, but the Storm Giant strides off to trail in behind Yrul's darkness. Storm Giant is in Plate, Speed 30. Hmerrin moves to the north as well.
Sahsa gets caught by the Firestorm and is set on fire. The Gorilla and Mawcaw completely dodge the flames. The Maharaja is lightly singed.
Sasha spends a roujnd to put herself out. The Gorilla charges in on Gaffer and lands a powerful blow. Gaffer Hit AC 42 Dmg 21
The Maharaja points to Des, and the paladin vanishes in a small cloud of cherry blossom flowers. He then starts to cast a spell, when all about him goes quiet. He makes another gesture seeming to grasp the silvery mist that rose from the forms of the Tanaka and flinging it to the south. A metal grinding sound resonates through the chamber as the eyes glow within the two huge statues and they move north. The first closes on Hmerrin and strikes with a Falchion Hmerrin Hit AC 43 Dmg 30 +6Fire It then breathes out a blast of smoke and fire. Hmerrin Ramirez Reflex DC 25 Fire Dmg 15 Functions as Fog Cloud obscuring all sight beyond 5' The Second heads north towards the Storm Gian and breathes a similar cloud. Giant Reflex DC 25 Fire Dmg 27 Functions as Fog Cloud obscuring all sight beyond 5'
The Maharaja then hurls a bolt of black energy at Danko, striking him Danko Touch AC 37 Dmg 21 and Sickened WILL DC 25 for half and no Sickened
Hmerrin the Ice is still in place 11 Dmg
Des Highlight to display spoiler: {You find yourself suddenly in a cherry orchard. An endless cherry orchard filled with "walls" of windblown cherry blossoms and cranes flying overhead. Each round on your turn, you may attempt a DC 20 Intelligence check (d20+Int modifier) to escape as a full-round action. }
Yrul again moved forward, away from the trouble behind and towards even greater trouble in the form of the Maharajah. This time though she did not use her full range of movement, She stopped, crouched low and swiftly called the shadows to her aid. On the far side of the Maharajah emerged, from the gloom, an impressive, glittering Dire Tiger. Her new friend would approach from one side, she from the other. ~~~ OOC: What's the green squares around the big guy? Is that discernible? ~~~ Stealth: 52 ~~~ Shadow Conjuration, Monster Summon VI Celestial Dire Tiger. Tiger, Dire (Smilodon)CR 8
XP 4,800 N Large animal Init +6; Senses low-light vision, scent; Perception +12
DEFENSE
AC 17, touch 11, flat-footed 15 (+2 Dex, +6 natural, –1 size) hp 105 (14d8+42) Fort +12, Ref +11, Will +5
OFFENSE
Speed 40 ft. Melee 2 claws +18 (2d4+8 plus grab), bite +18 (2d6+8/19–20 plus grab) Space 10 ft.; Reach 5 ft. Special Attacks pounce, rake (2 claws +18, 2d4+8)
STATISTICS
Str 27, Dex 15, Con 17, Int 2, Wis 12, Cha 10 Base Atk +10; CMB +19 (+23 grapple); CMD 31 (35 vs. trip) Feats Improved Critical (bite), Improved Initiative, Run, Skill Focus (Perception), Skill Focus (Stealth), Weapon Focus (bite, claw) Skills Acrobatics +6, Perception +12, Stealth +15 (+23 in tall grass), Swim +13; Racial Modifiers +4 Acrobatics, +4 Stealth (+8 in tall grass) Senses The creature gains darkvision 60 ft.
Defensive Abilities The creature gains damage reduction and energy resistance as noted on Table: Celestial Creature Defense.
SR The creature gains spell resistance equal to its new CR +5
Special Attacks The creature may smite evil 1/day as a swift action (it adds its Cha bonus to attack rolls, and a damage bonus equal to its HD against evil foes; smite persists until the target is dead or the celestial creature rests).
Table: Celestial Creature Defenses Hit Dice Resist Cold, Acid, and Electricity DR
11+ 15 10/evil
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:183/229; AC:29 (35 vs Sasha)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+2=11 ; Wednesday May 22nd, 2024 1:52:12 PM
(Int check: 11, fail)
Desdichado suddenly finds himself...somewhere else. It's a beautiful cherry orchard, but he doesn't see any way out.
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Lay on Hands: 10/20 remaining Smite Evil (5/7 remaining); +6 attack/+2AC vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR ACTIVE VS MAHARAJA Auras
The Palace - Rnd 14 Dan K DM Wednesday May 22nd, 2024 2:41:08 PM
Sorry i described but did not label. The RED squares are enveloped by a burning ash cloud blocking all sight past 5'. The cloud is a 20' cube
The GREEN Squares are a SILENCE spell. discernable once you enter, but not before.
Oh, not good at all Hmerrin turns to the sound of giant walking statue and manages to keep from getting run through, but that's about it. His world disappears in a cloud of fire.
Hoping he's obscured as well, the fighter moves toward the statue. When he runs into it, he swings.
--------- Move to Y52. Attack BC1 hitting ac 54 for 27 hp damage
In Effect Shaken: -2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Entangled - half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Resist Energy (Eletric) 30. Resist Energy (Cold) 30 to Cold
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+33=50 ; d8+18=24 ; 2d6=4 ; d20+23=42 ; Wednesday May 22nd, 2024 10:32:06 PM
reflex save = 42 Ramirez moves out of the smoke and into a better firing position, taking aim again at the Maharaja. (move to Y43)Looks like he still has some more friends. Ramirez is worried about what happened to Des, but isn't sure what he can do about it.
hit AC:50, damage: 24(plus 4 holy)
bardsong continues- affects all Tide, please see below for stats
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 4)greater invisibility - 06/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 07/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls 7)shaken - –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d8=1 ; d8=3 ; d8=4 ; d8=6 ; Thursday May 23rd, 2024 3:00:33 AM
Nira moves towards the trees. She feels pretty confident that the maharajah will be able to counter most of what she can cast, so needs something to hide behind before her invisibility runs out.
She can't do much to help the party while she can't see them, so create a Wind Wall to disperse some/all of the cloud. If that clears things up and she can see how hurt Hmerrin is, she casts the best cure spell she can from range.
------------ Reminder to all PCs that we have Resist Fire (20)
Move: Fly to AH51 Standard: Cast Wind Wall in the size/shape of the cloud in front of BC#1 If the cloud disappears then swift: Cast Quickened CSW on Hmerrin to be delivered by Spectral Hand. Hmerrin is healed for 28pts
Question: Hi DMs! In terms of the opening to the sky, is that running north/south down the middle of the room above the maharajah?
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/39/) -- CMD 37 -- HP 181 116/213 temp d20+13=19 ; d20+20=22 ; Thursday May 23rd, 2024 6:34:53 AM
With a ROAR... " ENOUGH"
The huge dragon flies at full speed... first up... then directly at the Marahaja.... Like a giant meat missile, the dragon attempts to ran the ennemi and crush it with his mass.
-------------------------------------------------- ooc> No idea how to roll this but Danko attempts to use his mass to crush the marahaja by crashing into it at full flight speed.
Save 22 fail
Sicken The character takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Shaken A shaken character takes a –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
Moves to Centered T30 Climb from 30 to 50 feet then missle down to crash on the marahaja
Fly check 19
Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
mage armour Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Resist fire 20
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 235/284 AC: 41(T:21/FF:34) CMD:46) d20+8=18 ; d20+27=38 ; 4d6+23=36 ; 4d6=12 ; d20+32=43 ; Thursday May 23rd, 2024 9:47:13 AM
Gaffer staggers a step back as the Gorilla slams into him, thankful he hadn't taken to many wounds before now. He worries as he sees Des disappear, and that worry only grows as the Majara slings spell after spell, but he has to focus on himself for a moment with the gorilla near.
Gaffer call for the giant to move out of the cloud and keep the nearest statue at bay, which the giant obliges. The air elementals appear to be out of the fight and Gaffer ignores them.
Then he casts a spell. The image of Vyrnix fixed in his mind, crimson scales and vast claws. The presence of fire. Gaffer's body tembles and warps, growing bigger, muscles growing stronger. Scales extend all over his form until what stands in his place, is a Huge Red Dragon.
----- Defensive Cast: Shapechange; Contration check 43, pass; Form of a Dragon III; Huge Red Dragon
----- 2xMedium Air Elemental: HP 38/38 AC 12|T9|FF11 - +4 Str, Con; 16/19 Rounds; Fear, Grief
----- Storm Giant: HP 210/237 AC 29|FF26|T10 - +4 Str, Con - Good Hope +2; 13/19 Rounds; Shaken Reflex: 18 Move: Q48 Vital Strike Attack on BC2: 38 vs AC, 36 + 12 vital strike = 48 Damage
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Magic Fang, Greater: Storm Giant; 19 Hours Shapechange: 190 Minutes; +10 size bonus Str, +8 Con, a +8 NA, Fly 120 (poor), Blindsense 60 feet, Darkvision 120 feet, Breath Weapon, DR 10/magic, Frightful Presence DC 28
The Palace - Rnd 15 Dan K DM 6d8=28 ; 8d6=33 ; 4d8=24 ; d20=10 ; d20=18 ; d100=25 ; d20+31=33 ; 3d6+15=25 ; d6=4 ; d6=2 ; 6d8=24 ; d20+32=48 ; d20+27=40 ; d20+32=42 ; d20+33=44 ; d20+33=43 ; d6+20=26 ; d6+20=23 ; d6+20=26 ; d6+20=23 ; d6+20=26 ; d20+23=40 ; d20+31=39 ; d20+31=40 ; d6+15=17 ; d6+15=20 ; d6+15=20 ; 2d6+15=23 ; 3d6+15=25 ; 2d6=5 ; d20+31=35 ; d20+31=48 ; 2d6+15=23 ; 2d6=7 ; Thursday May 23rd, 2024 12:10:51 PM
Yrul and her Dim Light aura, moves forward and she conjures a Shadow Tiger to assist her to flank the Maharaja. Des Highlight to display spoiler: { moves through the cherry orchard, looking for a way out.} Hmerrin gets caught in the Incendiary Cloud, spins and heads for the cause. His axe lands and opens a rent in the statue only to release a gout of molten bronze. Hmerrin Reflex DC 25 Dmg 28 and set on Fire Save for Half and not on fire Ramirez clears the cloud and fires at the Maharaja. Striking soundly again. Nira casts Wind Wall and the force of the winds disperses the Incendiary Cloud Being able to see her target, Nira casts CCW Heal Hmerrin 28 on the fighter. Danko sails up and plummets directly down upon the Maharaja. Slamming into the ground in eirie silence, thanks to a Silence spell. Danko Dmg 24 from purposefully flying into the ground. Does not include DR you may have. Gaffer casts a mighty spell and transforms into a Huge Red Dragon. The Storm Giant moves out of the cloud and strikes into the Bronze statue. As he closes the statue strikes first. Giant AC 33 Dmg 25 +Fire 6 The Storm Giant strikes hard. A gout of molten bronze erupts, spraying the giant Giant Reflex DC 25 Dmg 24 and set on Fire Save for Half and not on fire
The Gorilla roars, "Do not think you can stave my fury with such magiks!" and attacks Gaffer with tooth and claw. Gaffer AC 48/40/42/44/43 Dmg 26/23/26/23/26
Sasha slowly closes from the north, stalking in. Requires Perception 40 to target
The Maharaja appears upon his throne at the southern end of the room. He speaks a word of power that tears into Ramirez. Ramirez Will DC 27 Feeblemind As a creature that can cast arcane spells, take a –4 penalty on its saving throw "It is really quite the pity. You had struck an equitable bargain, decades, perhaps centuries of safety, but now. Now you you have cast that into the wind and have replaced it with pain and suffering."
The Statue retaliates against the Storm Giant [Giant Hit AC 39/40 Dmg 23/25 +Fire 5[/b]
The other Statue attacks Hmerrin. Hmerrin AC 35/48 Dmg miss/23 + Fire 7 The ice falls away, freeing Hmerrin from it entanglement.
The Air Elementals continue to cower. Each Round they get a Will Save DC 26 The Pesky mawcaw seems to have retreated from the batttlefield
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees Entangled - creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. On Fire. Full round action to extinguish Reflex DC 20 Else 2d6 Fire Dmg
S AC 40 Dmg 35 MH AC 47 Dmg 53 B1 AC 38 Dmg Total Cover and Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken Haste G AC 37 Dmg BC1 AC 30 Dmg 27 BC2 AC 30 Dmg 33
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:183/229; AC:29 (35 vs Sasha)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+2=16 ; Thursday May 23rd, 2024 12:48:14 PM
(Int: 16, fail)
Desdichado continues wandering, feeling like if he was just a bit smarter he could figure a way out of this.
With but a nod and flick of the wrist (well it was more Dabz making a hooking gesture), Yrul told the Celestial Dire Kitty to eat the gorilla. It duly charged and pounced upon its back. (+2 for charging) ~~~ The tiger invoked it's capacity to Smite Evil (+14 damage) to its bite. Attacks. (Ugh, forgot +2 for flanking; so will adjust the AC's accordingly - most will still miss. 1. Claw. AC: 24 2. Claw. AC: 33 Damage: 12 3. Bite. AC: 30. 4. Rake. AC: 35 Damage: 12 5. Rake. AC: 26. ~~~ I am assuming that the other attacks miss - in fact the two listed damages may fail to strike true. ~~~
Yrul again moved and moved quickly to take up a flanking position, ready to attack next round.
~~~ Shadow Conjuration, Monster Summon VI Celestial Dire Tiger. Tiger, Dire (Smilodon)CR 8
XP 4,800 N Large animal Init +6; Senses low-light vision, scent; Perception +12
DEFENSE
AC 17, touch 11, flat-footed 15 (+2 Dex, +6 natural, –1 size) hp 105 (14d8+42) Fort +12, Ref +11, Will +5
OFFENSE
Speed 40 ft. Melee 2 claws +18 (2d4+8 plus grab), bite +18 (2d6+8/19–20 plus grab) Space 10 ft.; Reach 5 ft. Special Attacks pounce, rake (2 claws +18, 2d4+8)
STATISTICS
Str 27, Dex 15, Con 17, Int 2, Wis 12, Cha 10 Base Atk +10; CMB +19 (+23 grapple); CMD 31 (35 vs. trip) Feats Improved Critical (bite), Improved Initiative, Run, Skill Focus (Perception), Skill Focus (Stealth), Weapon Focus (bite, claw) Skills Acrobatics +6, Perception +12, Stealth +15 (+23 in tall grass), Swim +13; Racial Modifiers +4 Acrobatics, +4 Stealth (+8 in tall grass) Senses The creature gains darkvision 60 ft.
Defensive Abilities The creature gains damage reduction and energy resistance as noted on Table: Celestial Creature Defense.
SR The creature gains spell resistance equal to its new CR +5
Special Attacks The creature may smite evil 1/day as a swift action (it adds its Cha bonus to attack rolls, and a damage bonus equal to its HD against evil foes; smite persists until the target is dead or the celestial creature rests).
Table: Celestial Creature Defences Hit Dice Resist Cold, Acid, and Electricity DR
11+ 15 10/evil ~~~ NB: If the tiger is disbelieved the gorilla still takes 3/5 damage. ~~~
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Thursday May 23rd, 2024 11:46:10 PM
Nira takes up a position behind a nearby tree.
Placeholder if Ram fails his save... Nira knows a Feeblemind spell when she sees one, and she knows what that means. She starts beckoning to Ram and excitedly talking to him as one might a puppy: "Here Ram! Here boy! Yes, who's a good boy? You are! That's right. Come here. Come to Nira! Come on. There's a good boy"
If Ram gets the hint and gets close enough, Nira will cast a Heal spell on him.
----------- Move: FLY to AH47 Delay: Need to see what happens with Ram, but will cast Heal if he fails his save and listens to her.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+15=22 ; Friday May 24th, 2024 12:04:33 AM
save = 22(includes good hope, -4 penalty and shaken) fail Ramirez stumbles about not really knowing what is going on. He hears a voice(Nira) and walks towards it...
OOC-Ramirez is still invisible, can Nira see him? bardsong ends
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 4)greater invisibility - 05/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 06/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - inactive 7)shaken - –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Friday May 24th, 2024 12:10:37 AM OOC: Ah, missed he was still invisible. Nira's just expired. She was able to hear his bardsong though so knew where he was.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/39/) -- CMD 37 -- HP 92/137/213 temp d20+11=14 ; 12d8+12=64 ; Friday May 24th, 2024 6:42:38 AM
Danko crashes hard on the ground. He shakes his head and roars in frustration. He doesn't feel well and is quite damaged but knows that he must fight on
He takes back to the air.... and unleashes his lightning breath at the Gorilla.
======================== Sicken The character takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Shaken A shaken character takes a –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
Moves to 30,31,32, AB/AC/AD Climb to 30 feet
Lightning breath --- Damage 64
Fly check 14
Use of breath weapon- round 1
Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
mage armour Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. Resist fire 20
The Palace - Rnd 15 Dan K DM Friday May 24th, 2024 10:25:14 AM
DM Note: Ramirez and Nira are invisible and cannot see each other.
Nira knows within about 20' where Ramirez is, he has been singing loudly after all Ramirez has no idea where Nira is.
If Nira full round actions tries to get his attention, Ramirez could wander that direction, but he is still invisible to Nira
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 284/284 AC: 41(T:21/FF:34) CMD:46) d20+32=44 ; d20+8=28 ; d20+1=9 ; d20+1=12 ; d20+29=39 ; d20+24=44 ; d20+19=23 ; 4d6+25=36 ; 4d6+25=38 ; d20+24=37 ; 4d6+25=39 ; Friday May 24th, 2024 10:28:39 AM
For all that he had imagined become a dragon and fighting a bold battle, Gaffer is appalled by the onslaught he receives from the Gorilla and can only pause to heal himself to ensure he doesn't fall seconds later, the spell removing all of his wounds so far.
Over to the side, his Giant companion manages to avoid some of the flames sent it's way, but takes heavy damage from the various attacks. Still, they are only a temporary companion and Gaffer doesn't change their command to keep attacking.
----- 2xMedium Air Elemental: HP 38/38 AC 12|T9|FF11 - +4 Str, Con; 16/19 Rounds; Fear, Grief Will Saves: 9, 12
----- Storm Giant: HP 114/237 AC 29|FF26|T10 - +4 Str, Con - Good Hope +2; 13/19 Rounds; Shaken Reflex: 28, Success Attack 1: 39 vs AC; 36 Damage Attack 2: 44 vs AC; 37 to confirm Crit; 77 Damage Attack 3: 23 vs AC, Miss
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Magic Fang, Greater: Storm Giant; 19 Hours Shapechange: 190 Minutes; +10 size bonus Str, +8 Con, a +8 NA, Fly 120 (poor), Blindsense 60 feet, Darkvision 120 feet, Breath Weapon, DR 10/magic, Frightful Presence DC 28
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Friday May 24th, 2024 11:43:04 AM OOC: Nina's invisibility expired this round (Rnd 15). With DC20 to locate the square she'll know where he is when he's close
EDIT: Did a countback. She's still invisible this round. Will do the full round action to beckon Ram towards her
First cold, then electricity, now fire. And now he's become the closest person to the Maharaja. Not that he can do anything about it with giant lava spurting guy towering over him. At least the ice is gone.
Not a lot of options though. Both of Hmerrin's axe clatter on the ground, while a war hammer pops into his two hands. The fighter swings for all he's worth.
Is he still Shaken?
---------- Drop Weapons. Quick draw Adamantine War hammer +1 Full attack, power attack on BC1 using two handed grip
Atk 1 hits ac43 for 27 hp damage Atk 2 misses (ac 23) Atk 3 hits ac 30 for 27 hp damage Atk 4 misses (ac14)
In Effect Shaken: -2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Resist Energy (Eletric) 30. Resist Energy (Cold) 30 to Cold
Des Highlight to display spoiler: { continues looking for a way out.} Yrul and her Dim Light cloud moves to flank the Gorilla and help Gaffer. The Celestial Dire Tiger charges in pouncing, but cannot penetrate the Gorilla's defenses. Nira calls out to Ramirez, the Bloodwitch knows what just might have happened with his Bard Song suddenly turning to jibberish and then halting all together. She knows he close and can attempt to make a Touch Attack next round against 50% concealment miss[/i] Ramirez, hearing a familiar voice, moves that direction. Danko gets back to his feet and unleashes his breath weapon into the gorilla. Stand move action, BW standard action. A twisting pivot and spinning flip allows the Gorilla to completely dodge the incoming blast. Gaffer Heals himself and the Storm giant continues its battle, landing a pair of blows and causing more molten bronze to spew forth Storm Giant Reflex DC 25 Dmg 40 and set on Fire Save for Half and not on fire Hmerrin switches to a Warhammer and smashes into the statue.
The Gorilla spins on the Tiger, and tears it apart...mostly. Celestial Tiger AC 48/36/37/45/53crit45 Dmg 25/26/24/22/45 -DR/10 Total 102
Sasha slowly closes from the north, stalking in. Requires Perception 40 to target
The Maharaja looks towards Nira and the Bloodwitch knows that he knows where she is as well. "Your defenses are impressive, most impressive. Let us see hmm?" A pair of Dispel Magic's spin into Nira, rebounding upon the Maharaja due to the Spell Turning "And that is where we need to begin it would seem."
The Statue retaliates against the Storm Giant as the Incendiary Cloud expands [Giant Hit AC 36/32 Dmg 25/miss +Fire 8[/b]
The other Statue attacks Hmerrin. Hmerrin AC 41/44 Dmg 24/22 + Fire 7
The Air Elementals continue to cower. Each Round they get a Will Save DC 26 The Pesky mawcaw remains hidden
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees On Fire. Full round action to extinguish Reflex DC 20 Else 2d6 Fire Dmg
S AC 40 Dmg 35 MH AC 47 Dmg 33 B1 AC 38 Dmg Total Cover and Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken G AC Dmg BC1 AC 30 Dmg 84 BC2 AC 30 Dmg 116
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:183/229; AC:29 (35 vs Sasha)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+2=22 ; Sunday May 26th, 2024 12:43:35 PM
In a sudden insight, Desdichado realizes just how he can escape!
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31) -- CMD 37 -- HP 92/137/213 temp d20+13=26 ; d20+16=36 ; 16d6=56 ; d20+25=28 ; Sunday May 26th, 2024 12:56:58 PM
Danko takes to the air and flies...
He then casts a spell... A ray shoots from his clawed hand...
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Moves to 43,44,45, VWX Height 30'
Disintegrate- Target BC1 Hit AC 36 range touch - natural 20 DAM 56 Beat spell resistance 28
Sicken The character takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Shaken A shaken character takes a –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
Fly check 26
Breath Weapon delay round 2
mage armour Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 - Scarab of Protection slotless D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. Resist fire 20
Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d100=52 ; Sunday May 26th, 2024 8:25:03 PM
Nira's invisibility disappears and she stares directly at the Maharaja. "You've no idea".
She still doesn't want to be in the maharajah's line of sight, so flies to the other side of Ram to take cover by the tree.
Now visible, she gives a whistle to get Ram's attention and pats her hands on her legs. "Ram! Over here. Come closer. Come here. Pss pss pss" When she feels he's within reach she puts her hand out to touch where his face might be.
------------- Move: Fly to AH47 Standard: Defensively cast Heal on Ram. Miss Chance: 52% = Pass (just). Ram is healed for 150pts + Feeblemind
OOC: Nira's BW spells are cast at CL20, but her Wiz spells at CL15. If hit by a Dispel magic it will be one of her BW spells that will take the hit first: Highlight to display spoiler: {Barkskin ... Darkvision ... Freedom of Movement ... Magic Vestment x 2 (Shirt & Shield) ... Mass Planar Adaptation (Resist Fire 20) ... Roses Temperature Control}
'Poor kitty' Thought Yrul, but took solace that it would return to its natural plane when dispatched. It was however, still present. She could use that to her advantage (flanking for sneak attack damage) Urging Snickit and Dabz o do their best and save the kitty, she put them to work.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 284/284 AC: 41(T:21/FF:34) CMD:46) d20-1=9 ; d20+1=16 ; d20+10=27 ; d20+27=43 ; d20+22=31 ; d20+21=39 ; d20+21=33 ; 4d6+25=39 ; 4d6+25=46 ; 4d6+25=37 ; 4d6+25=38 ; Monday May 27th, 2024 12:01:23 PM
Gaffer knows there is a lot going on, and his mind spins to figure out what should be a priority. He catches sight of Hmerrin, looking badly bloodied and burnt, and so close to the Majara.
Thankful for pause in attacks from the Gorilla, though saddened by the state of the friendly tiger, he uses the opportunity for another spell. He'd like to do more, but it's the only way he can cover his ally in this moment.
Meanwhile the Air Elementals remain entranced, but the Storm Giant isn't done yet and keeps up the attack, while stepping slightly away to try and avoid the gouts of flame. No longer shaken, it attacks at full strength with powerful blows.
----- Defensive Cast: Fog Cloud; Concentration autosuccess; Centered on Hmerrin.
----- 2xMedium Air Elemental: HP 38/38 AC 12|T9|FF11 - +4 Str, Con; 15/19 Rounds; Fear, Grief Will Saves: 11, 16
----- Storm Giant: HP 61/237 AC 29|FF26|T10 - +4 Str, Con - Good Hope +2; 12/19 Rounds Reflex: 27, Success 5 Foot Step to S48 Power Attack 1, -4 to hit, +8 damage: 43 vs AC; 47 Damage Power Attack 2, -4 to hit, +8 damage: 31 vs AC; 54 Damage Attack 3: 39 vs AC; 33 to Confirm Crit; 37+38 Damage
----- Alter Self: Bugbear; Dark vision, Scent, +2 Strength Barkskin, Extended: +5 AC; 6 Hours Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes Magic Fang, Greater: Storm Giant; 19 Hours Shapechange: 190 Minutes; +10 size bonus Str, +8 Con, a +8 NA, Fly 120 (poor), Blindsense 60 feet, Darkvision 120 feet, Breath Weapon, DR 10/magic, Frightful Presence DC 28 [/i]
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 33/251 AC:45 T:26 FF:35 CMD:52) DR 5/- d20+27=45 ; d20+22=26 ; d20+17=37 ; d20+21=22 ; d20+12=22 ; d8+15=23 ; d8+15=21 ; Monday May 27th, 2024 8:25:04 PM
"Nira, need a hand here," Hmerrin calls out in what he hopes is a jovial manner. The fighter is in bad shape though.
He shifts posture a bit, hoping to fend off more blows, while continuing his attack.
--------------- Fighting defensively. Also forgot to update AC when ice went away. Done now. Full attack on BC1
Atk1 hits ac 45 for 23 hp damage Atk 2 misses (ac 26) Atk 3 Nat 20, no crit (22) for 21 hp damage Atk 4 misses (ac 21)
In Effect Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. Resist Energy (Eletric) 30. Resist Energy (Cold) 30 to Cold
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+29=34 ; d8+14=17 ; 2d6=6 ; Monday May 27th, 2024 10:44:01 PM Thanks Nira, I needed that.
Ramirez takes a step forward(AG49) and fires off a shot at the statue in front of Hmerrin, trying to distract it. hit AC:34, damage 17(plus 6 holy)
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 4)greater invisibility - 04/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 05/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - inactive 7)shaken - –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
combat reminder: 29/24/19, 1d8+14(+2d6holy)(includes good hope, haste, arcane strike)
The Palace - Rnd 17 Dan K DM 6d8=21 ; 6d8=30 ; 6d8=37 ; 6d8=26 ; d20+30=39 ; d6+4=8 ; 6d6=19 ; d20+31=51 ; d20+31=32 ; d20+31=32 ; d100=23 ; 3d6+15=21 ; d6=2 ; d6=3 ; d20+20=25 ; d20+20=21 ; d20+20=39 ; d20+20=30 ; d20+20=32 ; d12=12 ; d4=2 ; Tuesday May 28th, 2024 10:46:44 AM
Des escapes the Orchard and finds himself right back in the audience chamber. Danko takes to the air and sends a Disintegration[i]spell at one of the Statues. The statute appears undamaged by the spell. Nira appears and successfully places a [i]Heal on Ramirez, removing any of his wounds and more importantly, the Feeblemind Yrul attacks the gorilla and scores strike after strike after strike and when she is finished, the gorilla looks to be in as bad of shape as the tiger. The Tiger inflicts a near mortal wound, but does not quite finish off the Gorilla. Gaffer casts Fog Cloud at Hmerrin's position hoping to provide him some concealment. The Storm Giant continues its attacks and fells the bronze statue even as additional torrents of molten bronze spills forth. Giant Reflex DC 25/25/25 Dmg 21/30/37 Hmerrin keeps at the statue with his warhammer and rings another pair of blows. Ramirez fires and strikes the statue with an arrow, causing a spurt of molten bronze to spray Hmerrin Hmerrin Reflex DC 25 Dmg 26
The Gorilla folds in upon himself and like the Tiger Sasha, leaves behind a writhing mass of otherworldly tentacles. Yrul, Gaffer and Dire Tiger Grapple 39 Yrul Dmg 8 Dire Tiger Dmg 8-10=0 To the north a deep rasping whisper-shouts "Sasha! where are you?"
The Bronze Statue breathes forth another Incendiary Cloud, seemingly targeting himself and enveloping Hmerrin. Hmerrin Reflex DC 25 Dmg 19 and caught on Fire Simultaneously, it swing with a great fist and falchion. Hmerrin AC 51 crit 32/32 Dmg 21 +5 Fire
"Hiding Nira?" The maharaja barks, his voice grating and wholly unpleasant to the ear. "Very well, your friends then." Again, unknown words of pwoer reverberate the room taking hold of several of the Tide Gaffer, Dez and Danko Will save DC 25 or SLOWED Gaffer Greater Dispel magic ShapeChange DC37 Dispelled; Longstrider DC21 miss; Barksin DC39 Dispelled; Alter Self DC30 Dispelled
The Air Elementals continue to cower. Each Round they get a Will Save DC 26 The Pesky mawcaw seems to have retreated from the battlefield
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees On Fire. Full round action to extinguish Reflex DC 20 Else 2d6 Fire Dmg
S AC 40 Dmg 35 MH AC 47 Dmg 13 B1 AC 38 Dmg Total Cover and Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken G AC 38 Dmg 165 BC1 AC 30 Dmg 122 BC2 AC 30 Destroyed
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:142/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20+23=36 ; d20+27=42 ; d20+25=35 ; Tuesday May 28th, 2024 5:54:49 PM
~~~ The celestial tiger, now named Big Kitty by Yrul, attempted to slip free of it's capture. It tried, but couldn't quite do it.
Similarly, Yrul also attempted to slip free, but she relied on being small and slippery rather than any musculature. Perhaps that surprised the Ex-Gorilla-Tentacles., but slip free she did. (NB: Yrul also has DR10 currently; so takes no damage.) She then moved away beyond its reach and looked around to see what was happening where. ~~~ Perception: 35
~~~ Shadow Conjuration, Monster Summon VI Celestial Dire Tiger. Tiger, Dire (Smilodon)CR 8
XP 4,800 N Large animal Init +6; Senses low-light vision, scent; Perception +12
DEFENSE
AC 17, touch 11, flat-footed 15 (+2 Dex, +6 natural, –1 size) hp 105 (14d8+42) Fort +12, Ref +11, Will +5
OFFENSE
Speed 40 ft. Melee 2 claws +18 (2d4+8 plus grab), bite +18 (2d6+8/19–20 plus grab) Space 10 ft.; Reach 5 ft. Special Attacks pounce, rake (2 claws +18, 2d4+8)
STATISTICS
Str 27, Dex 15, Con 17, Int 2, Wis 12, Cha 10 Base Atk +10; CMB +19 (+23 grapple); CMD 31 (35 vs. trip) Feats Improved Critical (bite), Improved Initiative, Run, Skill Focus (Perception), Skill Focus (Stealth), Weapon Focus (bite, claw) Skills Acrobatics +6, Perception +12, Stealth +15 (+23 in tall grass), Swim +13; Racial Modifiers +4 Acrobatics, +4 Stealth (+8 in tall grass) Senses The creature gains darkvision 60 ft.
Defensive Abilities The creature gains damage reduction and energy resistance as noted on Table: Celestial Creature Defense.
SR The creature gains spell resistance equal to its new CR +5
Special Attacks The creature may smite evil 1/day as a swift action (it adds its Cha bonus to attack rolls, and a damage bonus equal to its HD against evil foes; smite persists until the target is dead or the celestial creature rests).
Table: Celestial Creature Defences Hit Dice Resist Cold, Acid, and Electricity DR
11+ 15 10/evil ~~~ NB: If the tiger is disbelieved the gorilla still takes 3/5 damage. ~~~
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:183/229; AC:29 (31 vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+23=28 ; Tuesday May 28th, 2024 7:03:07 PM
(Will save: 28, pass)
Desdichado takes a moment to get his bearings. Things are much more chaotic here than they were just a few moments ago. He spots the Maharaja on the throne and begins movement toward him. (Move to U:49).
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Lay on Hands: 10/20 remaining Smite Evil (5/7 remaining); +6 attack/+2AC vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR ACTIVE VS MAHARAJA Auras
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 11/251 AC:45 T:26 FF:35 CMD:52) DR 5/- d20+20=31 ; d20+20=40 ; d20+27=28 ; d20+22=26 ; d20+17=19 ; d20+12=30 ; d8+15=23 ; Tuesday May 28th, 2024 7:55:50 PM
Hmerrin gets in a couple good blows when an arrow pierces the statue, sending a stream of lava at him. The fighter manage to shift out of the way (Reflex 31).
Then he enveloped in another one of those fire clouds. The fighter again dodges the really burny parts (Reflex 40)
And then the giant pastes him a good one. Hmerrin rolls with the blow, but this is getting bad.
Nevertheless, the man swings again.
--------------- Fighting defensively. Full attack on BC1
Atk1 misses (ac 28) Atk 2 misses (ac 26) Atk 3 misses (ac 19) Atk 4 hits ac 30 for 23 hp damage
In Effect Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakahsan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. Resist Energy (Eletric) 30. Resist Energy (Cold) 30 to Cold
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Tuesday May 28th, 2024 8:05:35 PM
Ramirez casts haste on: Desdichado, Danko, and ST(if this is the storm giant). (Hmerrin is in range but not sure if he can be a target while in the fog)
Then he restarts the song, seems like the Tide needs all the help they can get. inspire courage is now active
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 4)greater invisibility - 03/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 04/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 6)inspire courage - inactive 7)shaken - –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. 8)haste active on: Des, Danko. storm giant 19/19 rounds remaining 9)inspire courage: +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls.
combat reminder: 29/24/19, 1d8+14(+2d6holy)(includes good hope, haste, arcane strike)
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=45 ; d20+20=34 ; Tuesday May 28th, 2024 10:08:09 PM
Nira takes a quick peek around the tree to see what's going on. She wants to heal Hmerrin but has a few problems. First, between both the fog cloud and incendiary cloud she can't even see him. Second, at top speed she can't even get close to cast a heal spell on him. And third, she's pretty sure her spell is going to be countered if she runs out there. "Need you to withdraw back to me to help you, Hmerrin!"
She instead tries to help Gaffer, who looks to have been hit hard by the Dispels.
"We killed you once. We can again" she calls back to the Maharaja "So pick a god and make your peace with them"
------------- Perception: 45 to try and work out where the voice to the north is coming from
Standard: Defensively cast Dispel Magic on the tentacles. Dispel check: 34 Swift: Use Lesser Quicken Rod to defensively cast Magic Circle against Evil on Des
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) d20+10=23 ; d20+10=18 ; d20+10=17 ; d20+1=2 ; d20+1=8 ; d20+28=45 ; 19d6=53 ; Wednesday May 29th, 2024 5:33:26 AM
Gaffer drops suddenly to the ground as his form is forcible reverted to that of human, stumbling as he all but deflates under the dispelling. He manages to push free of the writhing tentacles in that grab at him, and remains uninjured. The whisper to the north is concerning, but as long as the animals are out of the fight for the moment, he is glad to change focus.
The cloud giant takes down it's foes with a great effort, and finally succumbs to the molten heat that pours out from the statues wounds.
Wordlessly, he moves towards the center of the room and turns to face the throne, and moves his staff in an arc through the air, calling his last wave of fire to erupt from the earth, smothering the Majara and remaining statue.
----- Move: U38 Cast: Fire Storm; SR Check 45; Reflex DC: 28 for Half; 53 Fire Damage; Failed Save means set on fire, taking 4D6 damage a round until extinguished; Squares to cover M and BC1 in full.
----- Storm Giant, Dead
----- 2xMedium Air Elemental: HP 38/38 AC 12|T9|FF11 - +4 Str, Con; 14/19 Rounds; Fear, Grief Will Saves: 2,8
----- Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31) -- CMD 37 -- HP 92/137/213 temp d20+20=32 ; 16d6=59 ; d20+25=41 ; Wednesday May 29th, 2024 6:30:24 AM
Danko shakes off the spell and flies forward...
Then casts a spell
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Will check 32 pass
Moves to 55 56 57 OPQ Height 30'
Finger of death - Target MH DAM 59 Beat spell resistance 41
Sicken The character takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks. Shaken A shaken character takes a –2 penalty on attack rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
Fly check 26
Breath Weapon delay round 2
mage armour Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 - Scarab of Protection slotless D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. Resist fire 20 inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls
Huge Bronze Dragon (spaces 15) You gain the following abilities: a +10 size bonus to Strength, a +8 size bonus to Constitution, a +8 natural armor bonus, fly 120 feet (poor), blindsense 60 feet, darkvision 120 feet, a breath weapon (electricity), damage reduction 10/magic, frightful presence (DC equal to the DC for this spell), and immunity to electricity.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) d20+25=28 ; Wednesday May 29th, 2024 7:38:37 AM
[OOC: Sorry, forgot to include it in my post.]
Will Save: 28, Success
The Palace - Rnd 18 Dan K DM d20+29=45 ; d20+23=26 ; 3d6+16=29 ; 6d6=17 ; d20+31=50 ; d20+31=35 ; d20+31=49 ; d20+31=48 ; d20+31=37 ; d8+8=12 ; d8+8=9 ; d8+8=9 ; d8+8=14 ; d8+8=9 ; d20+31=45 ; d20+31=43 ; 3d6+15=30 ; d6=4 ; d6=3 ; Wednesday May 29th, 2024 11:15:23 AM Note: Shaken effect expired. NO PC is Shaken
Yrul slips free of the Black Tentacles and figures roughly where Sahsa and the Gorilla are to the north. Des heads towards the south and the Maharaja. Hmerrin continues to fight on, knowing the Incendiary Cloud will likely be his end even if the statue is not. He lands another blow from the warhammer. Ramirez begins his song anew and casts Haste, effecting Des, Danko and Hmerrin Nira calls for Hmerrin to fall back so she can heal him. She then attempts and succeeds at dispelling the Tentacles. She then casts Magic Circle vs Evil on Des. Gaffer is unceremoniously deposited on the floor, moving towards the center of the room, he castsFire Storm Once again the Maharaja remains unscathed. Danko soars to the south and casts Finger of Death. The jackal headed Rakashasa grins at the dragon.
Hmerrin Highlight to display spoiler: {Within the Incendiary Cloud you see one of the last blows you struck repair itself as Gaffer's Firestorm sweeps over the bronze statue}
Yrul Highlight to display spoiler: {You spot Sasha and the Gorilla moving sough past the Oasis. The Gorilla appears to have been Healed}
The Incendiary Clouds continue to spread, the further south has now caught two fo the great tables on fire. Hmerrin Reflex DC 25 Dmg 17 and caught on Fire
The Maharaja lets out a Hyena-like laugh, "Killed? A Simulacrum A fraction of my power manifested into snow. Oh how you disappoint child." Looking up at Danko he barks, "Come now dragon, lets have a taste" Drawing a falchion, which bursts into a myriad of scintillating color, the Maharaja runs 'up' to Danko and attacks, but not with his weapon. Instead, as promised, he bites the dragon over and over and over again. Danko Hit AC 50/35/49/48/37 Dmg 12/9/9/14/9 By pass DR He then issues a command, his voice full of unstoppable power, "Kill The Paladin!" Danko Will DC 25 or attack Des
The Statue swings at Hmerrin, connecting once. Hmerrin Hit AC 45/43 Dmg 30 +7 Fire[/b]
The Air Elementals continue to cower. Each Round they get a Will Save DC 26 The Pesky mawcaw seems to have retreated from the batttlefield
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees On Fire. Full round action to extinguish Reflex DC 20 Else 2d6 Fire Dmg
S AC 40 Dmg 35 MH AC 47 Dmg 22 B1 AC 38 Dmg Total Cover and Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken G AC 38 Dmg 15 BC1 AC 30 Dmg 128 BC2 AC 30 Destroyed
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:142/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20+15=32 ; d20+37=51 ; Wednesday May 29th, 2024 1:28:44 PM
~~~ Big Kitty (The Celestial Dire Tiger) moved up to hide behind the trees, ready to pounce in ambush. Stealth: 32 (but there may be some adds due to concealment?)
Yrul moved back to where she was, roughly. Taking her dim light with her and then keeping still, hid in that gloom. Stealth: 51
~~~ Shadow Conjuration, Monster Summon VI Celestial Dire Tiger. Tiger, Dire (Smilodon)CR 8
XP 4,800 N Large animal Init +6; Senses low-light vision, scent; Perception +12
DEFENSE
AC 17, touch 11, flat-footed 15 (+2 Dex, +6 natural, –1 size) hp 3/105 (14d8+42) Fort +12, Ref +11, Will +5
OFFENSE
Speed 40 ft. Melee 2 claws +18 (2d4+8 plus grab), bite +18 (2d6+8/19–20 plus grab) Space 10 ft.; Reach 5 ft. Special Attacks pounce, rake (2 claws +18, 2d4+8)
STATISTICS
Str 27, Dex 15, Con 17, Int 2, Wis 12, Cha 10 Base Atk +10; CMB +19 (+23 grapple); CMD 31 (35 vs. trip) Feats Improved Critical (bite), Improved Initiative, Run, Skill Focus (Perception), Skill Focus (Stealth), Weapon Focus (bite, claw) Skills Acrobatics +6, Perception +12, Stealth +15 (+23 in tall grass), Swim +13; Racial Modifiers +4 Acrobatics, +4 Stealth (+8 in tall grass) Senses The creature gains darkvision 60 ft.
Defensive Abilities The creature gains damage reduction and energy resistance as noted on Table: Celestial Creature Defense.
SR The creature gains spell resistance equal to its new CR +5
Special Attacks The creature may smite evil 1/day as a swift action (it adds its Cha bonus to attack rolls, and a damage bonus equal to its HD against evil foes; smite persists until the target is dead or the celestial creature rests).
Table: Celestial Creature Defences Hit Dice Resist Cold, Acid, and Electricity DR
11+ 15 10/evil ~~~ NB: If the tiger is disbelieved the gorilla still takes 3/5 damage. ~~~
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP DEAD/251 AC:45 T:26 FF:35 CMD:52) DR 5/- Wednesday May 29th, 2024 5:34:37 PM
"Fire heals the statue!" Hmerrin calls out.
Then the falchion swings down.
---- Hmerrin is dead at -21 hp
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 Wednesday May 29th, 2024 7:47:14 PM Nira, Hmerrin is down, can you do anything? Ramirez takes advantage of what's left of his haste and moves into position to fire on the Maharaja. (double move to AD61)
bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 4)greater invisibility - 02/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 03/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 8)haste active on: Des, Danko, Hmerrin. 18/19 rounds remaining 9)inspire courage: +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls.
combat reminder: 29/24/19, 1d8+14(+2d6holy)(includes good hope, haste, arcane strike)
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:183/229; AC:29 (31 vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Wednesday May 29th, 2024 9:54:51 PM
Desdichado watches Hmerrin go down in horror. If only...if only he'd gotten out of the maze earlier; if only he'd noticed how injured Hmerrin was and run to him; if only...
He also sees the table burst into flames in front him. There's not much else to do but try to get around the flames. (Move to O:52).
Finally, he hears the Maharaja's instruction to Danko and keeps his eye on the dragon even as he moves closer. "Hey Danko...we've had our differences in the past, I know. But we're besties now, remember?"
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 59/137/213 temp d20+22=31 ; d20+15=16 ; Thursday May 30th, 2024 6:56:32 AM
A bloody and battered drago Danko ignors the command to attack his friend.
" I am Danko Pureheart, grandson of Keven... I am dragon blood.... you would have me hurt my friends.... I am ANGRY! "
He flies 5 feets back and casts.... The dragon's form changes... and his skin changes to stone.....
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Will check 31 pass
Casts stoneskin on himself.... The subject gains DR 10/adamantine. It ignores the first 10 points of damage each time it takes damage from a weapon, though an adamantine weapon bypasses the reduction. Once the spell has prevented a total of 10 points of damage per caster level (maximum 150 points), it is discharged.
Sicken The character takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
Fly check 16
mage armour Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 - Scarab of Protection slotless D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. Resist fire 20 inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Haste +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d8=4 ; d8=5 ; d8=2 ; d8=2 ; d8=8 ; d100=65 ; d100=82 ; Thursday May 30th, 2024 8:32:31 AM
Nira calls out a retort from behind the tree. "Snow? You use your 'power' to play in the snow?! No wonder you have these statues about to keep your fur warm"
There has to be a way to save Hmerrin. She just needs to act fast. Heroically fast. And it's that thought that gives her an idea that just might work.
Nira uses her quicken rod to make herself move even faster, and with that last charge used she tucks the rod back into her glove of storing. She tries to swoops in to where she last saw Hmmerin - or at least where she heard his last words. "No. They will NOT be her last words". She fumbles about to try and help him.
She knows the maharajah can see her when she's invisible, but perhaps the mist and incendiary cloud will give her cover, or at least enough to save Hmerrin.
------------------ Swift: Use Lesser Quicken Rod to cast Haste. No charges left in rod. Move: Fly to Z51 Standard: Use Life or Death spell-like ability to cast Breath of Life on Hmerrin. Miss chance: 65=Pass. Hmerrin is healed for 41pts Hero Point Action: Defensively cast Heal on Hmerrin. Concentration check: autopass. Miss chance: 82=Pass. Hmerrin to be healed for 150pts
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) d20+1=6 ; d20+1=15 ; Thursday May 30th, 2024 12:59:54 PM "My bad, sorreee!!" Gaffer calls back an apology that turns to almost a shriek as he sees Hmerrin fall limp on the ground.
He can only hope Nira can bring him back to his feet.
The fight is far from over but Gaffer's spells are getting scarce. While nobody seems focused on him, he starts trying to conjure another ally, hoping it won't get interrupted.
----- 2xMedium Air Elemental: HP 38/38 AC 12|T9|FF11 - +4 Str, Con; 13/19 Rounds; Fear, Grief Will Saves: 6, 15
----- Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes
The Palace - Rnd 19 Dan K DM 6d6=16 ; 6d6=20 ; 6d6=22 ; d20+31=50 ; d20+31=43 ; d20+31=50 ; d20+31=50 ; 3d6+15=27 ; 3d6+15=30 ; 2d6+15=18 ; d6=2 ; d6=1 ; d20+23=29 ; d20+32=46 ; d6+20=26 ; d20+20=29 ; d20+31=36 ; d8+8=13 ; Thursday May 30th, 2024 2:05:17 PM
Yrul and her Shadow Tiger head north with the Shadow Dancer stopping in the Silence zone. Hmerrin warns everyone about fire repairing the statue and then falls in a fountain of blood and lies very still. Ramirez calls out to Nira for help and while continuing his song, moves to a position to fire at the Maharaja. Des moves to make his way around one of the tables and reminds Danko that they are on the same side. Danko fends off the mental attack, flies back and casts Stoneskin upon himself. Nira flies down to Hmerrin after quickly casting Haste. The Incendiary Cloud burns as she enters. Nira Reflex DC 25 Dmg 16 and on Fire Despite the burning ash cloud, Nira invokes her powers over life and death to restore the fighter and then heroically casts Heal to put him back in the fight. Hmerrin awakens on the ground Prone with no weapon in hand, the burning cloud all about him. Hmerrin Reflex DC 25 Dmg 20 and on Fire Gaffer begins conjuring another ally.
The statue can only locate the Prone fighter in front of it and blasts him 2 more times Hmerrin Hit AC 50 crit 43 Hit AC 50 Dmg 27+30 / 18 +3 Fire
The Maharaja again glances at Ramirez, "How many times boy?" and issues a familiar Word of Power. Ramirez Will DC 27 Feeblemind at -4 Penalty Save He then quickly casts Dispel Magic on Danko, stripping him of the Stoneskin spell Danko Dsipel Check 29 vs DC 27 Stoneskin Displled The Maharaja then seems to shimmer a moment as he closes on Danko and takes another bite. Danko AC 36 Dmg 13
Sasha stalk in and disappears from view behind a tree. The gorilla moves on the Shadow Dire Tiger, DT gets an AoO and strikes it hard. Dire Tiger AC 46 Dmg 26 Sending the Tiger back whence it came.
The Air Elementals continue to cower. Each Round they get a Will Save DC 26 The Pesky mawcaw seems to have retreated from the batttlefield
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees On Fire. Full round action to extinguish Reflex DC 20 Else 2d6 Fire Dmg
S AC 40 Dmg 35 MH AC 47 Dmg 2 B1 AC 38 Dmg Total Cover and Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken G AC 38 Dmg 15 BC1 AC 30 Dmg 121 BC2 AC 30 Destroyed
The silence inhibited matters somewhat. She couldn't hear the inspiring song or any instructions shouted. Then again, she was equally immune to other vocalised magical effects and being in the gloom the silence only aided her stealth. She resolved to keep perfectly still and see what was kind enough to move within striking range. Both Snickit and Dabz had done extremely well against the Gorilla. It should, she felt, if it was being reasonable, have died from the bleed before being able to find healing. Then again, it was patently very capable, being able to spot a crouching and hidden tiger behind a tree. So, that meant she really shouldn't underestimate it at all!
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 161/161 CMD32 d20+23=27 ; d20+33=51 ; d8+18=26 ; 2d6=11 ; Thursday May 30th, 2024 6:35:43 PM
will save = 27(used hero point before roll for +8, took -4 penalty)
Ramirez shakes off the spell, although just barely. I guess at least one more time. With the cloud still blocking his view, he moves up(to X61) and fires off a shot hit AC 51, damage 26(plus 11 holy)
bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 4)greater invisibility - 01/19 rounds remaining 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 02/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 8)haste active on: Des, Danko, Hmerrin. 17/19 rounds remaining 9)inspire courage: +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:183/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+46=57 ; d12=11 ; Thursday May 30th, 2024 7:26:55 PM
Desdichado hastily makes his way past his dragonish friend to flank the Maharaja at Q:58 with a single attacck.
(With haste, looping around Danko should be right at a single 40 ft move action with haste.)
57 vs AC; 68 damage (bypass DR)
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Lay on Hands: 10/20 remaining Smite Evil (5/7 remaining); +6 attack/+2AC vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR ACTIVE VS MAHARAJA Haste: 17/19 rounds remaining +1 att/AC; +20 movement; +1 attack, full Auras
DM NOTE: Danko and the Maharaja are airborne, 35' up
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 102/251 AC:45 T:26 FF:35 CMD:52) DR 5/- d20+20=37 ; Thursday May 30th, 2024 7:47:05 PM
The falchion falls.... And Nira is there.
Hmerrin's eyes flash open. The fire and the thrice cursed giant statue are still there as well. The fighter avoids the first (Reflex 37), but not the second.
He takes a breath, grabs his hammer, and gets up. "Stop doing that," he grunts at the statue.
-------- Pick up hammer Rise from prone. AC 49 vs AoO due to Mobility feat.
In Effect Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakashan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. Resist Energy (Eletric) 30. Resist Energy (Cold) 30 to Cold
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 59/137/213 temp Friday May 31st, 2024 6:13:28 AM
ooc> Sorry friends, RL issues, I'll need to post tonight.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 32/16/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Friday May 31st, 2024 9:27:47 AM
Nira coughs a little in the mist and cloud. "I can't stay here, Hmerrin. I can't see anything and can't help the others. Want to come with?"
She'll be casting a dimension door spell to get out of the area.
----------------- Standard: Defensively cast Dimension Door. Nira will be teleporting to AH47 and will teleport Hmerrin with her if he chooses
DM Note: The Dimension Door spell Fails, Nira suspects the same magic blocking Divination is blocking unauthorized creatures from Teleportation magic.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) d20+27=28 ; d20+27=38 ; 2d8+14=23 ; d4=4 ; Friday May 31st, 2024 12:13:11 PM
Nira disappears into the cloud with Hmerrin and Gaffer can only hope they are safe.
He catches sight of the healed Gorilla coming from the trees behind them and turns to aim his spell there instead, a monstrous purple worm erupting forth beside the ape and immediately attacking the foe before it.
The fogs and fires are too much of a hazard, and Gaffer turns his mind to removing those. Casting again, drawing powerful winds to spread from himself and begin dispersing the clouds.
[OOC: I believe a strong wind is enough to disperse the clouds, my aim is the minimum strength of wind to do so, but if it a higher wind will get Hmerrin and Nira clear faster, I'd do that, assuming it doesn't blow away any allies.] Cast: Control Winds; Strong Wind, Downdraft centered on himself.
----- Purple Worm: HP 232/232 AC 26|FF26|T4 - +4 Str, Con; 19/19 Rounds Bite on G: Bite; Nat 1, miss Sting on G: 38 hits; 23 Damage; Poison Fortitude DC 27; frequency 1/Round for 6 rounds; Effect 1d4 (4) Strength damage; Cure 3 consecutive saves.
----- Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Friday May 31st, 2024 10:25:17 PM
Crud. Nira finds herself still in the same place. "Hmm.. they're able to teleport though. That could be a problem". She's heard of certain spells that block planar travel depending on the person's heart, and deduces it could be one of those. Given her lack of success in dispelling the maharajah's spells so far she has little chance of removing it now.
She must go on the defensive. Nira swiftly bolsters her own defenses and prepares to be clubbed.
------- Swift action: Defensively cast Stoneskin. DR 10/adamantine. 150 points protection
Spells in Effect: Barkskin ... Darkvision ... Freedom of Movement ... Good Hope ... Haste ... Mage Armor ... Magic Circle vs Evil ... Magic Vestment (Shirt & Shield) ... Mass Planar Adaptation (Resist Fire 20) ... Overland Flight ... Resist Fire (5) ... Roses Temperature Control ... Stoneskin ... Talisman from Vyrnix[/i]
The Palace - Rnd 19 Dan K DM Saturday June 1st, 2024 9:36:07 AM
waiting for Danko
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp d20+15=20 ; Sunday June 2nd, 2024 7:12:39 PM
A bleeding Dragon Danko flies down, lands and casts another Stoneskin on himself
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Casts stoneskin on himself.... The subject gains DR 10/adamantine. It ignores the first 10 points of damage each time it takes damage from a weapon, though an adamantine weapon bypasses the reduction. Once the spell has prevented a total of 10 points of damage per caster level (maximum 150 points), it is discharged.
Sicken The character takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
Fly check 20
mage armour Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 - Scarab of Protection slotless D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. Resist fire 20 inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Haste +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack
Casts stoneskin on himself.... The subject gains DR 10/adamantine. It ignores the first 10 points of damage each time it takes damage from a weapon, though an adamantine weapon bypasses the reduction. Once the spell has prevented a total of 10 points of damage per caster level (maximum 150 points), it is discharged.
The Palace - Rnd 20 Dan K DM d20+31=46 ; d20+31=46 ; 3d6+15=27 ; 2d6+15=22 ; d6=6 ; d6=1 ; d20+35=40 ; d20+35=53 ; d20+35=47 ; d20+30=40 ; d20+25=28 ; d20+20=36 ; d20+20=34 ; 2d4+17=23 ; 2d4+17=24 ; 2d4+17=19 ; 2d4+17=24 ; 2d4+17=24 ; 2d4+17=21 ; 2d4+17=22 ; 2d4+17=22 ; d20+25=45 ; d20+27=36 ; d20+32=37 ; 4d8+12=23 ; d20+32=47 ; d6+20=21 ; Monday June 3rd, 2024 10:25:11 AM
Yrul waits within the Dim Light and Silence as only a Shadow Dancer can. Ramirez staves off the Feeblemind spell and after a quick reposition, fires and strikes the Maharaja with an arrow. Hmerrin grabs his War Hammer and deftly gets to his feet. The Falchion comes down with terrible speed, barely missing. Nira tells Hmerrin that she cannot stay, offering a Dimension Door. The spell however fails, blocked by some power. Nira instead casts Stoneskin upon herself Gaffer spies the Gorilla and knows how dangerous that creature is and has a target for his new friend. A gargantuan Purple Worm appears and attacks, Stinging the gorilla. Gaffer then casts Control Winds and the Strong wind blows away the Incendiary Clouds, and Fog Clouds. The blast even extinguishes the fires upon the tables and starting on the well manicured sections of lawn. Danko Lands and casts Stoneskin upon himself
The statue relentlessly attacks Hmerrin Hmerrin Hit AC 46/46 Dmg 27/22 +7 Fire[/b]
The Maharaja turns to look at Ramirez and growls as the arrow strikes. Almost faster than the bard can follow he descends striking with the falchion. Ramirez Brilliant Energy weapon vs Touch AC 40 crit 53/47/40/28/36 crit 34 Dmg 23+24/19/24/24/21+22 =157
Sasha suddenly perks up from her Stealthy approach and moves rapidly to cross the room to the east side, all the while looking south past Gaffer The Gorilla moves in on the Worm, getting bit as he does so, and slamming the creature with a powerful claw Worm Hit AC 47 Dmg 21
The Air Elementals continue to cower. Each Round they get a Will Save DC 26 The Pesky mawcaw seems to have retreated from the battlefield
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees On Fire. Full round action to extinguish Reflex DC 20 Else 2d6 Fire Dmg
S AC 40 Dmg 35 MH AC 47 Dmg 35 B1 AC 38 Dmg Total Cover and Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken G AC 38 Dmg 61 BC1 AC 30 Dmg 121 BC2 AC 30 Destroyed
Yrul moved up stealthily behind the gorilla. Snickit and Dabz had almost slain it last time. She hoped that they could do so again. To that end, all she did was position herself She wanted the full advantage of surprise.
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OOps! Natural 1 rolled. Yrul is not as sneaky as she wants to be. So must once again forego any sneak attack damage. Sigh. Perhaps it will suffice that the Purple Worm gives her flanking. It's the best she can hope for under the circumstances.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:183/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Monday June 3rd, 2024 4:33:41 PM
(OOC: I just saw the DM note on Danko and the Maharaja being in the air.)
Desdichado hastily moves toward the Maharaja, stopping just short of melee range. (move to V:58)
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Lay on Hands: 10/20 remaining Smite Evil (5/7 remaining); +6 attack/+2AC vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR ACTIVE VS MAHARAJA Haste: 16/19 rounds remaining +1 att/AC; +20 movement; +1 attack, full Auras
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) d20+3=5 ; d3=2 ; d20+27=33 ; d20+27=34 ; d20+1=8 ; d20+1=18 ; Monday June 3rd, 2024 5:45:22 PM
The wind having done it's job, Gaffer pushes through the mounting tiredness, it has been a long time since he's called upon so much magical energy in one day. He begins casting again, pulling more creatures from the world to fight on their side.
The purple worm battles with the Gorilla, attemping to bite and sting and the creature but fails to land a meaningfull blow. Hopefully it can at least provide an opening for Yrul.
With Nira beside him, Hmerrin's situation appears less dire, but it looks like Ram can't withstand the Majara's onslaught for long.
----- Purple Worm: HP 211/232 AC 26|FF26|T4 - +4 Str, Con; 19/19 Rounds Bite on G: 33, Miss Sting on G: 34, Miss
----- 2xMedium Air Elemental: HP 38/38 AC 12|T9|FF11 - +4 Str, Con; 14/19 Rounds; Fear, Grief Will Saves: 8,18
----- Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 4/161 CMD32 Monday June 3rd, 2024 8:01:46 PM
Ramirez nearly swoons from the assault but is somehow still standing. You know, I'm starting to think you don't like me. He takes a step back, and casts a spell.
Action: 5 foot step, cast dimension door to location:J54
bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 4)greater invisibility - 00/19 rounds remaining- effect ends at end of turn 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul 01/19 rounds remaining, +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack 8)haste active on: Des, Danko, Hmerrin. 16/19 rounds remaining 9)inspire courage: +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls.
DM Note: Dimension Door does not work, you still can perform a different action
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 56/251 AC:42 T:23 FF:35 CMD:54) DR 5/- d20+28=31 ; d20+23=35 ; d20+18=30 ; d20+13=21 ; d8+26=33 ; d8+26=32 ; d8+26=34 ; Monday June 3rd, 2024 8:03:28 PM
The bad news is this giant statue is hurting him pretty bad. The good news is Ramirez is singing again, Gaffer got rid of the fire, and Nira is close enough to help him recover.
Hmerrin shifts from defense to offense. His hammer rings soundly against the metal statue. The man cries out between blows. "I have had" (bang) "just about enough" (bang) "of you!"(bang)
----------------- Full Attack, Power Attack on BC1
Atk 1 hits ac 31 for 33 hp damage Atk 2 hits ac 35 for 32 hp damage Atk 3 hits ac 30 for 34 hp damage Atk 4 misses (ac21)
In Effect Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakashan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Resist Energy (Eletric) 30. Resist Energy (Cold) 30 to Cold
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Tuesday June 4th, 2024 3:02:13 AM
Nira was quite enjoying having the fog cloud between her and the maharajah, and with it gone he has a clear line of sight to counter her spells. What's worse is Ram needs help. What's even worse is that Nira can recognise the spell he's just cast and expects it isn't going to work, leaving the bard in big trouble!
She's probably going to get hurt doing so, but she needs to get to the cover of the tree line in order to help him. "Sorry Hmerrin. Ram is in bigger trouble than we are"
Nira turns her back on the statue and makes for the trees as quickly as she can. Once the maharajah no longer has line of sight to her, she casts a spell to separate him from Ram.
------- Move: Fly to AI49 (AJ48? Somewhere she can't be seen by M). BC1 gets 2 AoOs on her though. Standard: Cast Wall of Force diagonally from X61 to AE54 - 20ft high. Hardness 30. 300HP
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp d20+16=23 ; Tuesday June 4th, 2024 7:10:33 AM
Danko casts at the maharaja....
Once casts... he summons his rod of absoption from his efficient quiver and holds it in his clawed hand.
stoneskin The subject gains DR 10/adamantine. It ignores the first 10 points of damage each time it takes damage from a weapon, though an adamantine weapon bypasses the reduction. Once the spell has prevented a total of 10 points of damage per caster level (maximum 150 points), it is discharged.
Sicken The character takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
mage armour Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 - Scarab of Protection slotless D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. Resist fire 20 inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Haste +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack
DM Note: In Dragon form, you do not have access to the Efficient Quiver or Rod
The Palace - Rnd 21 Dan K DM d20+24=40 ; d20+30=40 ; 4d4=8 ; d20+35=38 ; d20+35=50 ; d20+35=55 ; d20+30=31 ; d20+25=38 ; d20+20=29 ; d100=1 ; 2d4+17=23 ; 2d4+17=21 ; 2d4+17=25 ; 2d4+17=22 ; d20+34=53 ; d20+29=46 ; d20+34=38 ; d20+34=40 ; d20+34=45 ; d6+20=24 ; d6+20=21 ; d6+20=22 ; d6+20=21 ; d6+20=22 ; Tuesday June 4th, 2024 3:34:10 PM
Yrul, having had success against the Gorilla already, moves to close on him again. Des closes on the Maharaja. Gaffer begins another casting for more allies. The Purple Worm misses the Gorilla. Ramirez steps back from the Maharaja and attempts to Dimension Door, the spell fails. Hmerrin channels his inner Tiberius and destroys the Bronze Statue Nira makes for the trees to get out of sight from the Maharaja and still be able to help Ramirez. Casting Wall of Force. If the Maharaja can see her Danko casts Dispel Magic at the Maharaja. It does not appear to have any affect.
The Maharaja smiles as the Wall of Force springs into existence and he turns to Des, "You have been the model of patience, but first Ill not insult your sense of honor." A word of Power escapes him. Danko Power Word Stun SR 40 stunned 8 Rounds Then a finger is leveled at Hmerrin and once again Ice springs from the very body of the fighter. Hmerrin Reflex DC 27 Fail and Helpless Dmg 20 Cold or Save Entangled Dmg 20 Cold The Falchion cuts into the paladin Des Brilliant Energy weapon vs Touch AC 38/50 crit 55 1% no crit/31/38/29 Dmg 23/21/miss/25/22 total 91 by pass DR
Sasha slinks south The Gorilla turns and attacks Yrul as the Dim light closes over the area Yrul Hit AC 53/46/38/40/45 Dmg 24/21/22/21/22 Does not bypass DR
The Air Elementals continue to cower. Each Round they get a Will Save DC 26 The Pesky mawcaw seems to have retreated from the battlefield
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees On Fire. Full round action to extinguish Reflex DC 20 Else 2d6 Fire Dmg
S AC 40 Dmg 35 MH AC 47 Dmg 15 B1 AC 38 Dmg Total Cover and Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken G AC 38 Dmg 61 BC1 AC 30 Destroyed BC2 AC 30 Destroyed
'Well, that hurt! Thought Yrul. Now if only Snicket and Dabz would be kind enough to return the favour - with interest.
Snickit swung and missed woefully. His enthusiasm almost got the better of Yrul. she nearly dropped him! (A 2 rolled) Snickit: (2nd) correcting himself, but overly so and still struck nothing but fresh air. This was not going according to plan. Snickit (3rd) again swished wildly at nothing but fresh air. Now it was all down to Dabz.
If only Snickit could have matched Dabz! But such was not to be.
~~~~~~ I had forgotten the Bardsong bonuses. If +4 is applicable then Snickit would have hit twice. All damage would be augmented too. Let me know and I will update further. ~~~~~~
"Oh, you are too kind," the paladin responds between blows. "An honorable battle accepted."
(OOC: I forgot Dez had Divine Bond active when the battle started, it looks like it got dropped from Active Effects after Sasha disappeared. Since Brilliant Energy is active from that on his greataxe, that might affect the two misses?)
55 vs AC; 6 (+19 damage from bonuses and +38 damage from Smite Evil first attack) +8 fire = 71 damage 50 vs AC; 10 (+19 damage from bonuses and +19 from Smite Evil) +6 fire = 54 damage 43 vs AC; miss? 1 (+19 damage from bonuses and +19 from Smite Evil) +6 fire = 45 damage 48 vs AC; 12 (+19 damage from bonuses and +19 from Smite Evil) +7 fire = 57 damage 39 vs AC; miss? 7 (+19 damage from bonuses and +19 from Smite Evil) +10 fire = 55 damage
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Lay on Hands: 9/20 remaining Smite Evil (5/7 remaining); +6 attack/+2AC vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR ACTIVE VS MAHARAJA Haste: 15/19 rounds remaining +1 att/AC; +20 movement; +1 attack, full Divine bond: Brilliant energy - ignore armor/shield bonuses to AC; Flaming +1d6 fire) Auras
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 4/161 CMD32 Tuesday June 4th, 2024 8:23:14 PM
The wall spell likely saved his life, but also prevents him from attacking. Oh well, maybe next time the bards will sing about me. With the haste about to expire, Ramirez jogs over to Nira for a refresher before getting back into the fray.
move to AH50 haste expires on Ramirez and Yrul
bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 4)greater invisibility - 00/19 rounds remaining- effect ends at end of turn 5)haste Active on Ramirez, and Yrul -expired 8)haste active on: Des, Danko, Hmerrin. 15/19 rounds remaining 9)inspire courage: +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 56/251 AC:40 T:21 FF:35 CMD:52) DR 5/- d20+20=28 ; Tuesday June 4th, 2024 10:00:24 PM
The statue falls, but Nira goes off to help Ramirez. And then its this blasted ice again. Hmerrin again avoids getting completely encased (Reflex 28) and the cold resistance helps a lot. But the ice makes it really hard to get anywhere or hit anybody. Which, he admits, is likely the point.
The fighter lets his hammer fall. He retrieves a potion from his haversack and drains the contents.
---------- Save. Resist and DR for no damage. Drop hammer Retrieve Fly potion from Handy Haversack Drink Fly potion.
In Effect Fly (speed 40') Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakashan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Resist Energy (Eletric) 30. Resist Energy (Cold) 30 to An entangled creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d4=2 ; Wednesday June 5th, 2024 12:29:36 AM
Nira had hoped the maharaja was out of spells and that was why he was resorting to martial combat. Apparently he still has a few spells up his sleeve.
She's glad she was able to spare Ram, but figures the rest of the party are in danger. She's having to triage who to help first. She'll need to have a think about how to help Danko.
Nira casts a heal spell on Ram and then ascends higher into the air. She's not comfortable being so low when Sasha is slinking about. For good measure, she also casts a quickened mirror image spell - just in case.
--------- Standard: Defensively cast Heal on Ram. Ram is healed for 150pts Move: Ascend to 40ft Swift: Defensively cast quickened mirror image. d4=2. 7 Images created.
Spells in Effect: Barkskin ... Darkvision ... Freedom of Movement ... Good Hope ... Haste ... Mage Armor ... Magic Circle vs Evil ... Magic Vestment (Shirt & Shield) ... Mass Planar Adaptation (Resist Fire 20) ... Mirror Image (7 images) ... Overland Flight ... Resist Fire (5) ... Roses Temperature Control ... Stoneskin ... Talisman from Vyrnix
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) d20+1=4 ; d20+1=19 ; d20+24=39 ; d20+24=39 ; d20+24=31 ; d20+24=33 ; d20+27=46 ; d20+27=42 ; d20+27=37 ; d20+38=43 ; 4d8+14=23 ; 4d8+14=38 ; Wednesday June 5th, 2024 5:08:37 AM
Gaffer summons the last of his allies for now and sends them towards Sasha, who he notices is prowling towards the other casters. The giants both fail to land a single blow, but hopefully their presence is enough to waylay the tiger.
The purple worm manages to land a powerful bite on the Gorilla and Gaffer is happy to see it trying to grab hold of the ape as well.
For himself, Gaffer runs over to Hmerrin. He's not as good a healer as Nira but he can provide a little respite once he catches his breath.
----- Cloud Giant 1: HP 200/200 - AC 25|T9|FF24 - +4 Str, Con - 19/19 Rounds Slam 1: 39, miss Slam 2: 31, miss
----- Cloud Giant 2: HP 200/200 - AC 25|T9|FF24 - +4 Str, Con - 19/19 Rounds Slam 1: 31, miss Slam 2: 33, miss
----- Purple Worm: HP 211/232 AC 26|T4|FF26 - +4 Str, Con; 17/19 Rounds [OOC: I am a bit unclear on the rules of grab. If the grapple is done with the bite, should it be with a -20? I don't mind the purple worm gaining the grappled condition. Current check is without the -20.] Bite on G: 46, Crit Confirmed 42; 61 Damage Grab, Grapple CMB: 43 Sting on G: 37, Miss, May hit with grapple?
----- 2xMedium Air Elemental: HP 38/38 AC 12|T9|FF11 - +4 Str, Con; 11/19 Rounds; Fear, Grief Will Saves: 4, 19
----- Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Wednesday June 5th, 2024 10:24:00 AM
An opened mouthed Dragon Danko is stunned….
The Palace - Rnd 22 Dan K DM d20+30=33 ; 10d6=35 ; d20+35=39 ; d20+35=40 ; d20+30=34 ; d20+30=31 ; d20+30=33 ; d20+35=36 ; 2d4+17=22 ; 2d4+17=24 ; 2d4+17=22 ; 2d4+17=21 ; Wednesday June 5th, 2024 10:24:14 AM
Yrul, Thanks to the inspiring song of Ramirez, lands a flurry of blows killing the Gorilla. Danko reels under the Stunning spell. 7/8 Rounds Des exchanges combat blows with the Maharaja and heals himself as well. The paladins blessed weapon stirkes unerringly and visciously. Ramirez moves to Nira. Hmerrin avoids the worst of the icy spell and drinks a flying potion, letting his hammer fall to the ground next to his axes. The Ice continues to entangle Nira casts Heal on Ramirez, quickly adds Mirror Image and flies upwards into the tree canopy. Gaffer's allies attack. The Giants miss and the Purple Worm eats the gorlla. The druid hussles south to get to Hmerrin
The Maharaja winces and growls under the powerful blows of Des. His hand erupts in a black fire and he grabs the paaladin, absorbing some of his life force. Spellcraft Highlight to display spoiler: {Vampiric Touch}. He then attacks savagely with his Falchion Des Hit Touch AC 39/40/34/31/33/36 Dmg 22/24/22/miss/21/miss 89
Sasha folds in on herself and reappears next to the Maharaja
The Air Elementals continue to cower. Each Round they get a Will Save DC 26 The Pesky mawcaw seems to have retreated from the battlefield
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees On Fire. Full round action to extinguish Reflex DC 20 Else 2d6 Fire Dmg
S AC 40 Dmg 35 MH AC 47 Dmg 240 tmp HP +35 B1 AC 38 Dmg Total Cover and Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken G AC 38 DEAD BC1 AC 30 Destroyed BC2 AC 30 Destroyed
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20+37=47 ; Wednesday June 5th, 2024 11:07:22 AM
Yrul moved forward. That seemed to be as much as she could under the present circumstances. She did however, take the time to congratulate and thank her trusty weapons.
"Thanks you two. I think that would have got rather icky for me if that nasty beast hadn't perished." She told them before again entering the area of silence. That was again welcome. Shadow dancers liked silence. There was little point in her foes noting her arrival, so she did the shadowy-slinky-thing. (Hide in plain sight: stealth: 51)
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) d20+1=17 ; d20+1=6 ; 4d8+19=34 ; Wednesday June 5th, 2024 2:38:58 PM
Having reached his allies back, Gaffer places a hand on Hmerrin and sends a small wave of healing through the fighter.
"Sorry, I wish I had more but hopefully every little helps."
He uses a mixture of shouts and gestures to call for his summons to converge on and attack Sasha, and the ground thunders as they all move at once.
----- Defensive Cast Cure Critical Wounds on Hmerrin; Concentration Autosuccess; 34 Hit Points
----- Cloud Giant 1: HP 200/200 - AC 25|T9|FF24 - +4 Str, Con - 18/19 Rounds Move Twice: W49
----- Cloud Giant 2: HP 200/200 - AC 25|T9|FF24 - +4 Str, Con - 18/19 Rounds Move Twice: AC54
----- Purple Worm: HP 211/232 AC 26|T4|FF26 - +4 Str, Con; 16/19 Rounds Move Twice: W34
----- 2xMedium Air Elemental: HP 38/38 AC 12|T9|FF11 - +4 Str, Con; 01/19 Rounds; Fear, Grief Will Saves: 17, 6
----- Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 90/251 AC:41 T:22 FF:35 CMD:52) DR 5/- Wednesday June 5th, 2024 3:36:16 PM
Hmerrin nods thanks to Gaffer. "It'll have to do," he mutters.
Grabbing up his axes, the fighter uses his flying ability to glide along the floor. He arrives at the Maharaja. "Mind if I cut in?" he remarks to Dez.
---------- Retrieve axes. 40' fly along ground to W58.
In Effect Fly (speed 40') Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakashan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Resist Energy (Eletric) 30. Resist Energy (Cold) 30 to An entangled creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 d20+32=46 ; d8+18=22 ; 2d6=4 ; Wednesday June 5th, 2024 6:25:19 PM Thanks Nira, I needed that! Feeling better, Ramirez moves up to a better vantage point and fires an arrow at the Maharaja.
move to:AE52 hitAC: 46, damage: 22(plus 4 holy)
bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 8)haste active on: Des, Danko, Hmerrin. 14/19 rounds remaining 9)inspire courage: +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls.
(OOC1: Did the Maharaja's spell also damage Dez last round? OOC2: Accidentally swapped damage bonus for attack in the attack rolls above. It should be 46, not 38. Numbers below are accurate)
Desdichado sees Hmerrin come fly in close. He gives the fighter a knowing look for a moment. Even if he can overpower the Maharaja, he knows all too well how vicious the tiger can be. There's an all too real chance that Sasha may send him to Domi in the next few moments.
Nodding solemnly at Hmerrin, he shouts "Begone from the Wold forever and trouble it NO MORE!" as he brings his greataxe down.
53 vs AC; 48 damage +2 fire damage 65 vs AC, crit confirmed (66); 142 damage +17 fire damage 49 vs AC; 43 damage +7 fire damage 50 vs AC; 39 damage +7 fire damage 39 vs AC; (brilliant energy?) 46 damage +4 fire damage
--------- Active effects
Protection from Energy (Acid 30) Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls inspire courage - +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Vyrnix talisman: Epic DR 15 and Spell Penetration +5 Lay on Hands: 8/20 remaining Smite Evil (5/7 remaining); +6 attack/+2AC vs target, +19 damage (x2 first hit vs evil outsider); bypass DR ACTIVE VS MAHARAJA Haste: 15/19 rounds remaining +1 att/AC; +20 movement; +1 attack, full Divine bond: Brilliant energy - ignore armor/shield bonuses to AC; Flaming +1d6 fire) Auras
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Wednesday June 5th, 2024 11:56:11 PM
Nira has seen Sasha blip about the battlefield quite a bit and suspects she has come to help the maharajah retreat. "Not today"
She edges closer to the tree and casts a spell to try and separate her foes.
---------- Move: Fly to AH50. Standard: Defensively cast Reverse Gravity at U60-61/V60-61 to send Sasha into the air, oscillating 5ft below the ceiling. No Save.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Thursday June 6th, 2024 6:44:05 AM
A little bit of drool pools in the corner of his draconic mouth as Danko remains stunned.
---------------- Stunned 6/8
Sicken The character takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
Fly check 20
mage armour Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 - Scarab of Protection slotless D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. Resist fire 20 inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Haste +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack
The Palace - Rnd 23 Dan K DM d20+35=44 ; d20+35=55 ; d20+35=49 ; d20+35=55 ; d20+35=45 ; d20+35=48 ; d20+20=24 ; d12=5 ; d12=1 ; d12=11 ; d20+32=40 ; d20+32=44 ; d20+28=31 ; d20+33=37 ; d20+33=48 ; d10+16=26 ; d10+16=22 ; d10+16=18 ; d8+16=18 ; d8+16=22 ; d8+30=34 ; 10d6=34 ; d4=1 ; d4=1 ; d20+35=53 ; d20+35=50 ; d100=5 ; 2d4+17=23 ; Thursday June 6th, 2024 11:27:43 AM
Yrul heads south towards the Maharaja Gaffer casts CCW on Hmerrin and calls for his allies to head south as well. Though the Purple Worm cannot understand, the spell compels it to head towards Gaffer's enemies. Danko reels under the Stunning spell. 6/8 Rounds Hmerrin scoops up his axes and flyies along the follr to the Maharaja and Des. Ramirez fires an arrow that the Maharaja deflects just before it strikes. Des attacks and as he does so a surge of power pours from the Maharaja. The falchion moves faster than comprehension, as if the Maharaja was able to slow time itself and blocks 3 of the strikes. Yes the Vampiric Touch Damaged Des 35 Nira feels the surge as well as a gesture from the lord of the Rakasha catches her spell and counters it
The Maharaja is bleeding heavily, the silvery pools that are his eys are tinged with red, thier luster from just moments before has faded.
With a flick of an ear, Sasha comes around the Maharaja's left side and launches into Des. Des Hit AC 41/45/31/37/48 Dmg 26/22/18/18/22 -DR =71
The Maharaja blackens his hand and touches Hmerrin Hmerrin Vampiric Touch Dmg 34[/i] He then shouts a word of Power against the fighter [b]Hmerrin Power Word Stun 2 Rounds Noticing Des still on his feet, "You are a stubborn one" He proceeds to run the Paladin through. Des Hit AC 53 crit 50 %5 no crit Dmg 23 bypass DR
The Air Elementals continue to cower. Each Round they get a Will Save DC 26 The Pesky mawcaw seems to have retreated from the battlefield
Birds are Mawcaws, raptors in the sense of the bird type. Sorry for any confusion. Brown squares are trees On Fire. Full round action to extinguish Reflex DC 20 Else 2d6 Fire Dmg
S AC 41 Dmg 35 MH AC 47 Dmg 366 +34 Temp HP B1 AC 38 Dmg Total Cover and Concealment Mirror Image x6 Shaken G AC 38 DEAD BC1 AC 30 Destroyed BC2 AC 30 Destroyed
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Thursday June 6th, 2024 1:50:15 PM
Desdichado is way, way dead.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Thursday June 6th, 2024 2:05:46 PM
Hmerrin's axes clatter to the ground. He stands, stunned, before the Rak and his cat.
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In Effect Fly (speed 40') Delay Poison Vyrnix Talisman - Bypasses up to 15 points DR and Spell Penetration +5 when on Rakashan home plane.. Allows wearer to harm Maharaja. Heroism (20/30 minutes?): effects overridden by Good Hope (+2 morale bonus to atk, saves, skill checks). Barkskin (CL 12) 120 minutes: +5 Nat Armor good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Resist Energy (Eletric) 30. Resist Energy (Cold) 30 to An entangled creature moves at half speed, cannot run or charge, and takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls and a –4 penalty to Dexterity. Stunned (1/2): A stunned creature drops everything held, can't take actions, takes a –2 penalty to AC, and loses its Dexterity bonus to AC (if any).
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20+41=49 ; Thursday June 6th, 2024 3:37:46 PM
Yrul again moved forward as best she was able.
(Stealth: 49)
It seemed to her that it would take yet more time to arrive. She could but hope that the others prevailed until such time as Snickit and Dabz were able to offer such help as they could. Against such mighty opponents there really was only so much a little Shadow Dancer could do.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 d20+32=39 ; d20+27=40 ; d20+22=33 ; Thursday June 6th, 2024 8:08:33 PM
With the fighters all tied up or worse? Ramirez feels confident he knows who is next. He fires a full complement of arrows at the Maharaja and hopes something gets through the defenses.
hit AC: 39, 40, 33
Well Nira, I hope you have some tricks left.
bardsong continues
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 8)haste active on: Des, Danko, Hmerrin. 14/19 rounds remaining 9)inspire courage: +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls.
combat reminder: 32/27/22, 1d8+18(+2d6holy)(includes good hope, arcane strike, inspire courage)
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Thursday June 6th, 2024 10:30:12 PM
The Tide are falling. Fast! Nira only has one trick left up her sleeve.
"He can't hit what he can't see!" She calls back to Ramirez, making her intention quite clear. Nira flies closer to the action and tries to cast a blindness spell on the Maharajah, fully expecting him to counter it. That's ok. That's what she wants. It's the follow-up he might not be expecting...
--------- Move: Fly to AC50 Swift: Defensively cast quickened Blindness on the Maharajah. Will Save vs DC26 or be blinded. SR42 Standard: Defensively cast Power Word Kill. If Maharajah has less than 101 HP he dies. No Save. SR41
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) d20+28=30 ; d20+32=46 ; d20+1=18 ; d20+1=5 ; d20+24=37 ; d20+28=34 ; Friday June 7th, 2024 4:39:14 AM
The purple worm slowly continues south.
One giant charges over and manages to get in range of Sasha to last out an attack but fails to hit the quick moving tiger.
The other giant approaches the Majara and attempts to grab hold of the Rakshasa.
Gaffer has the same idea as Nira did just moments ago, and is willing to test how many times the Majara can cancel out their spells.
Gravity surrounding Sasha inverts, and he tries to send the big cat away before it can ravage Hmerrrin.
----- Cloud Giant 1: HP 200/200 - AC 25|T9|FF24 - +4 Str, Con - 17/19 Rounds Move: T56 Attack 1 on Sasha: 37, Miss
----- Cloud Giant 2: HP 200/200 - AC 25|T9|FF24 - +4 Str, Con - 17/19 Rounds Move: Y58 Grapple attemp on Majara: CMB Roll 34;
----- Purple Worm: HP 211/232 AC 26|T4|FF26 - +4 Str, Con; 15/19 Rounds Move Twice: W46
----- 2xMedium Air Elemental: HP 38/38 AC 12|T9|FF11 - +4 Str, Con; 9/19 Rounds; Fear, Grief Will Saves: 18, 5
----- Longstrider: +10 feet movment; 19 Hours Freedom of Movement; On Ramirez; 190? Minutes
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Friday June 7th, 2024 6:42:42 AM
The drool dripping from Danko's mouth drips down just a little bit more...
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Stunned 5/8
Sicken The character takes a –2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.
mage armour Message Dark vision Spell resistance 20 - Scarab of Protection slotless D/r electricity 10 Good hope(active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. Resist fire 20 inspire courage - An affected ally receives a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls Haste +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves, +30 speed, extra attack on full attack
The Palace - Rnd 24 Dan K DM d20+20=23 ; d20+25=41 ; Friday June 7th, 2024 9:58:28 AM
Hmerrin sways under the Sun attack 1/2 rounds Danko does as well. 5/8 rounds Yrul heads south. The Giants arrive, but neither can hit the quick cat, Sasha. The Purple Worm continues heading south. Gaffer casts Reverse Gravity under Sasha and send the cat to the ceiling Nira casts Blindness, but it has no affect. She then ends the conflict with Power Word Kill and though the Maharaja tries to counter it, he fails and drops to a knee.
Liquid silver pours from his eyes as he grasps for breath. He looks up at Hmerrin and over to Nira. No! Impossible! The Necklaces!" he spits "The Destroyers shall have your World! ALL OF IT!"
Silver continues to flow, an impossible amount pooling and spreading out, now in a 5' radius and growing. There is a final surge of power that hits the entire chamber with a silver glittering wall that seems to past directly through everything including you. The Giants and Purple Worm instantly wink out of existence as the wave hits, but other than that, you do not feel any different or notice anything.
Sasha roars and growls and then folds in on herself again and is gone.
Yrul again moved forward. There was a mighty table ahead and that was perfect for shadow dancers. Whereas most would go around or over it, she went under it. Hiding was instinctual to her. If the Maharajah returned, he wouldn't see her! Well, he wouldn't if Snickit and Dabz would keep quiet.
Stealth: 44
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Friday June 7th, 2024 2:49:13 PM
Danko still can’t act but wonders to himself if the battle is truly over…. The little drop of drool at the corner of his mouth drips down to his chin….
——- Stunned 4/8
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Friday June 7th, 2024 4:38:33 PM
Desdichado lies as still as you would suppose for a dead body.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Friday June 7th, 2024 7:30:40 PM
Ramirez moves over to where the pool of silver is lying. I wonder what he meant by that? Who are the destroyers? And what was that energy wave? Questions for another day perhaps.
That was a pretty good trick Nira, Now, I guess we need to see to Des. Ramirez looks over at the body and wonders what comes next.
bardsong ends
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. 8)haste active on: Des, Danko, Hmerrin. 13/19 rounds remaining 9)inspire courage: +4 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects and a +4 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls.
combat reminder: 32/27/22, 1d8+18(+2d6holy)(includes good hope, arcane strike, inspire courage)
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Friday June 7th, 2024 7:54:16 PM
Gaffer feels as if he has been stunned as well. "Is it really done? What in the Wold was the last bit of magic?" and then he turns to the fallen body of Des and his shoulders slump.
They need to save Des, and figure out if the Majara is dead, and escape, and stop these destroyers.
And the pool is growing?
"I vote we carry Des and get moving. I'm not convinced that pool won't grow to cover this entire realm." and if nobody objects, he'll move forward to pick up Des, making sure to stow his weapon, and move him away from the pool.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=43 ; Friday June 7th, 2024 9:54:58 PM "We can't stay here" says Nira, stating the obvious. She takes out the healing staff and sets to work healing who she can. Des is beyond the power of a heal spell though.
"I have the materials to bring Des back - if his soul is willing - but the spell will take 1 minute to cast and complete. Teleportation magic doesn't work in this room, or at least not for us. We'll need to leg it and find a safe space"
There's still some unknowns. Who are the destroyers? What was that magical wall effect? But now isn't the time to delve into such things.
----------- Perception: 43
If in combat rounds Nira will heal people in the following order: - Danko - Hmerrin - Yrul
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Saturday June 8th, 2024 5:07:28 PM
Hmerrin recovers to find the fight is over and Dez is gone.
He quickly agrees with Nira, "Sides, we don't even know if Gargul has any sway over this plane," he notes. "We need to get out of here."
Once healed up, he'll pick up Dez and start back toward the back rooms.
The Palace - Combat over Dan K DM Monday June 10th, 2024 3:00:42 PM
Yrul closes up with the group as Ramirez congratulates Nira on the final blow, but the bard is concerned about the threat the Maharaja levelled. Who or what are the Destroyers? Gaffer too, wonders about the last bit of magic The Tide witnessed. Questions perhaps for later, thinking they should pick up Des's body and get going. Nira wants to get going, she can petition Gargul for Des, but it will take a minute and she does not want to stay put. Hmerrin recovers from being stunned and agrees with Nira, adding Gargul might not even be able to get to where they are. He puts Des up over his shoulder Half a minute later, Danko recovers from the stunning spell.
The pool of silver has stopped expanding and the room is eerily quiet save the pleasant sound of the waterfall at the far northern end of the grand room. Treasures of art, jewell encrusted figurines, loose gems, statuettes, serving ware and table decor is everywhere not too mention the finery worn by the maharaja and his guard.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Monday June 10th, 2024 6:37:11 PM So do we retreat to the hut? What about all the slaves here?
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls.
"So...do we need to check any of his stuff, or do we really just need to leave...quickly?" Yrul asked. She was all ready to go and what the Maharajah didn't hold any great appeal for her. She cast a worried look at Desdichado. It was a shock: he was dead and not her! That thought made her appreciate his sacrifice the more. That he'd perished had certainly spared her own life. If he could be returned to life, that was the priority.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Monday June 10th, 2024 7:11:52 PM
Desdichado hangs limply over Hmerrin's shoulder.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Monday June 10th, 2024 7:14:54 PM
"The dwarf said the palace is crawling with Raks, which we are in no condition to take on." Hmerrin responds to Ramirez and Yrul. "If you can grab something easy on the way out, be my guest. But we need to get out of here betore A) Someone discovers all this and B) the entire plane comes looking for us."
Carrying Dez, the fighter has neither the time nor ability to look for treasure.
He'll wait a beat or two, then head for the door.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Monday June 10th, 2024 8:55:10 PM "I've kept back a casting of Transport Via Plants. I'm not sure if the trees here will count, but it might be able to get us to the hut quickly once we're outside." Gaffer offers as he moves towards the exit, paying no need to the treasure in his hurry.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Tuesday June 11th, 2024 3:20:29 AM
Nira will try and grab the maharajah's robe and weapon as she goes and starts to follow Hmerrin.
"Wait a minute" Something occurs to her. Something that she should have thought of sooner. She doesn't know the Raise Dead spell but she still has her spirit cauldron ready to cast a miracle spell - and that only takes 6 seconds! She fishes about in her pack for the diamond dust they found earlier. "Perfect!"
Nira closes her eyes and reaches out to take Des's hand. "Lord Gargul, I hope you're watching."
--------------- Standard: Use Spirit Bond ability to cast a known spell (Miracle). Miracle to duplicate a Raise Dead spell
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Tuesday June 11th, 2024 5:23:22 AM
Six seconds? That was plenty of time for a sneaky Shadow Dancer to 'acquire' a weapon. Yrul's reasoning here was that the sword seemed to have done a lot of damage. It would be best if it wasn't left lying around for someone else to use. She had no intention of ever using it herself. Such would be an unforgiveable insult to Snickit and Dabz.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Tuesday June 11th, 2024 6:39:58 AM
A shimmering Danko is bathed in light,,, and where once was a dragond, now Danko is back in human form.
Battered and bleeding, he rejoins the others. A tear in his eye he says...
" Dezzy.... my friend..... "
The Palace - Is that you? Dan K DM Tuesday June 11th, 2024 9:12:51 AM
Des Highlight to display spoiler: { you can see the room about you and off to the side, nearby you can feel a hunger gnawing at you. Looking about, Hmerrin is carrying your body, and you, your soul?, seem to be of a glittery silver. Much like the force the Maharaja pulled from the Tanaka. Then you hear it, "Ah you see and feel it now dont you?" The voice of the Maharaja! They will never get you clear before I have your soul and with it rise again. Fools! Ha Ha Ha!" The voice fades but the hunger pulls at you}
The group has a very quick conversation about getting out. Ramirez brings up the Dwarf mentioned that the palace has quite a number of slaves, what about them? Hmerrin counters with the fact that he also said the place was crawling with Rakshasa and the group is in no condition for another battle. There is time to scoop a treasure or two and Yrul only needs a moment or two and 'acquires' the Falchion used by the Maharaja. Nira then has an idea! A Miracle And with that she opens a portal to petition Gargul. Or at least she hopes to from this place....
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Tuesday June 11th, 2024 5:25:04 PM
Since Nira is setting up to cast here, Hmerrin takes a page from Yrul and grabs up whatever he can from the statue in the dozen or so seconds he has before she completes the spell.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Tuesday June 11th, 2024 7:58:03 PM
Highlight to display spoiler: {Desdichado awakens from a blackness to the hunger pulling at him. He should go to it, and yet he doesn't want to. No, you fool! I'll destroy myself before I join you.
What am I saying he says, or thinks, to himself. They seem to be one and the same here. That doesn't sound like me at all. What is he - or this place - doing to me? Domi, Gargul, Alemi and all the Gods of the Wold - help me!}
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Tuesday June 11th, 2024 8:48:33 PM Hmmm, not sure this was the best spot, but I guess it won't take much time.
Ramirez scoops up a few loose shiny things and then checks to see if the cooks are still in the kitchen. If so, he tells them to get word quickly to anyone they can and head for the forest. He gives directions on which way to go and tells them the Tide will be right behind them.
Active Effects: 1)Vyrnix talisman(amulet/necklace not active) 2) good hope active on all +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls.
I COME [DM Jerry] Tuesday June 11th, 2024 11:25:10 PM
A thought appears in each of our heroes minds.
"I HEAR YOU. I COME."
Then it is as if walls and structures are fading in substance. They are still there, but a warmth and a softly glowing light begins to grow in the distance with an intensity that something within you can feel.
It grows. It comes.
Then you see him. A figure dressed as a wrestler wearing no shirt, but but does wear a huge grin. His face is wide and earnest with close cropped black hair. His skin is oiled and ready for battle. His hands are massive, with fists the size of his head.
Courage swells within your hearts as you begin to guess who this being is.
Des of course recognizes him instantly.
As he walks towards you, ignoring walls and other barriers, he begins to take on a more divine appearance. And then there are no more worries or concerns within you.
A bright light that burns away the darkness and warms the heart and soul emanates from his presence.
Then as he approaches he changes form again into that of a human monk. His face is wide and earnest. His brow is wrinkled with concentration and his head is covered with close cropped black hair.
"HELLO. I AM DOMI. I AM HONORED TO MEET YOU FACE TO FACE."
He searches each of you faces and his smile sobers a bit.
He stares at a spot near Des' body and says, "DESDICHADO, IN YOUR PLEA YOU USED MY NAME FIRST. GARGUL MAY BE A BIT MIFFED AT THAT." (He is looking at where the spirit of Des stands.) His grin widens and he seems to be enjoying that quite a bit.
"SO I HAVE COME. YOU HAVE NOTHING TO FEAR. YOU HAVE DONE GREAT THINGS HERE AND...(he raises his voice to be heard by all around) YOU NOW HAVE THE PROTECTION OF THE GODS OF WOLD. SO BACK OFF. THESE HEROES ARE UNDER OUR PROTECTION."
He pauses looking around him at things unseen.
"ARE YOU READY TO TRAVEL, FRIENDS, OR DO YOU HAVE A FEW MORE THINGS TO DO OR PERHAPS....PICK UP?
"FOR MYSELF, I HAVE ONLY ONE BURDEN TO CARRY. "
He smiles warmly and gently picks up the body of Des with his powerful hands and holds it in his mighty hands, carrying it gently and with respect.
He turns to the spot he was looking at before.
"DES, YOU DID EXCEPTIONALLY WELL. I AM PROUD TO BE THE GOD YOU HONOR." He then bows.
He turns to the rest of our heroes.
"YOU ALL DID EXCEPTIONALLY WELL. YOU HONOR ALL THE GODS OF WOLD WITH YOUR DEEDS."
He then wait patiently until our heroes tell him they are ready to travel. There seems to be no urgency any longer.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Wednesday June 12th, 2024 6:48:28 AM
At the sight of Domi, Danko drops to his knees and bows his head....
He listens to the words and at the words of " pick up " he raises his eyes....
He had noted before the Marahaja's shinny coat, robe or whatever it was...
As Domi waits, Danko goes to where the Marahaja's remains lay and picks up the garment.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Wednesday June 12th, 2024 7:48:24 AM
Gaffer feels himself relax truly for the first time in such a long time. They are safe.
He bows his head to Domi and mouths a thank you to the kind god.
As for picking things up, he starts to look through the surrounding treasure, avoiding anything too... messy. Better taken away than left for the Rakshasa.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Wednesday June 12th, 2024 7:56:35 AM
Whether it's the light or the assurance that the group are under Domi's personal protection, Nira feels a sense of safety that she hasn't for quite some time.
She takes a knee. "Lord Domi, we weren't expecting you." Nira looks to the others and comes to the realisation that she may have cast the miracle too hastily. If they were to be fronting a god the least she could have done was clean the blood and grime from their faces and clothes first. They are quite a sight and not - in her view - suitably presented. She can only hope that Domi himself would see these as signs of a hard won and worthy battle.
Having already collected the maharajah's robe, Nira tucks it safely into her haversack. "It's ok Danko. I got it". There is more she would like to collect but it probably wouldn't be good form to keep a god waiting too long.
She makes note to rib Des later that he's 'a burden'.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Wednesday June 12th, 2024 8:35:15 AM
Yrul had collected the Maharajah's weapon, for safekeeping. She instinctively sought to put it behind her back when Domi appeared. So much light! The table! yes, that was the answer. She bowed, but it was only to cover a quick scurry under the table once more. Shadow Dancers liked shadows, not light.
"Now look what you did!" She reprimanded Snickit and Dabz. One, or more likely both, had done something to induce a GOD to turn up! Then again.....didn't Nira mention a 'mireacle'. This would be it then; not that she was sure. She'd never actually seen a miracle before, but this sure felt pretty miraculous.
"Now be quiet. We don't want to be interrupting the nice god's miracles, do we?" She encouraged her weapons to compliance so that she and little menagerie of friends didn't attract any attention.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Wednesday June 12th, 2024 5:59:54 PM
Desdichado can hardly hold back a huge grin at seeing Domi in "person". Not just that he can to the rescue, but his jokes, his demeanor - everything is just as Desdichado always thought it would be! He stands respectfully, but confidently, before his Patron.
"Thank you, Domi!" he exclaims. Like a child proudly telling his father about one of his accomplishments, he asks Domi, "Did you see the fight? These things are tough - and boy are they no good!" The feeling of peace makes him eager and a little more talkative than usual. "Every one of the Tide really showed their mettle in this one! Oh, and Domi - there are many people here these rakshasa have as slaves. Is there anything we can do to save them? Have we saved them?"
Almost as if just realizing what he sees, he looks at Domi carrying his body and looks a little shocked and embarrased. "Oh, are we going to the Lands of Rest now?"
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Wednesday June 12th, 2024 7:47:58 PM
The concerns wash from Hmerrin like dirt in a bath.
The fighter takes a knee at the god's appearance, but rises shortly thereafter with the realization that Domi doesn't seem to care much about formalities.
"Thank you, Lord Domi," he replies to the praise given by the god.
He did seem to invite the group to gather stuff up, and as there is plenty lying around... Hmerrin scarfs up the loose lying gems. He then waits patiently for the others to finish and gives Domi a polite nod.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Wednesday June 12th, 2024 8:33:41 PM Lord Domi, it is an honor to meet you. Ramirez says with a respectful bow. I look forward to writing a new tale or song about this meeting. It should be a good hit among other bards.
Seeing the rest of the group scooping up loose valuables, Ramirez does the same. But only for a few moments. Des was waiting, and Domi as well. No need to test a god's patience. Ramirez is ready as soon as everyone else is.
Son, Tell Me More [DM Jerry] Wednesday June 12th, 2024 10:44:38 PM
Domi grins at Danko and says, "MR PUREHEART, MY APOLOGIES. I NEEDED MY POWERS ON FULL TO GET HERE."
Domi's aura fades and it is just the monk standing before you looking very human and sounding very human.
"That's better."
He turns to Gaffer and says, "You are indeed welcome, sir. I came to help and I intend to."
He gives his hand to Nira and pulls her to her feet. "I don't think Gargul expected me to act so quickly either. I'll be hearing about this from him for quite some time I suspect."
Domi turns to Yrul. "I have removed my aura, Shadowdancer. Please come out and be at ease."
He looks at Dez and says, "I am perceiving the fight now, Dez. It indeed was epic in every way. You and your comrades define what it means to be an adventurer and a hero. I am honored to play my small part in this now. And yes, we will depart soon for the Lands of Rest to visit my comrade, the God of Life and Death."
"You are welcome, Hmerrin. I am sure that you make Bralin Stoneminder proud sir."
Domi nods to Ramirez. "When you compose this tale, be sure to emphasize the role that you and your comrades here played. All I'm doing is barging in and being sure that all the glory falls upon you! You took all the risks. The future will view this as your story. I am here just to aid you. There is little risk to me, while you risked everything!"
Domi turns back to Desdichado. "Son, tell me more about the slaves here and what the Rakshasa have been up to. What happens in this place doesn't always or immediately reach our ears."
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Thursday June 13th, 2024 1:40:57 AM
Nira hesitantly accepts Domi's hand as he helps her rise. Even in such a simple act she can feel the strength of the God. She is a little concerned at the mention of Gargul though. "I hope we haven't caused any conflict". The Tide have been through many adventures, but causing a rift between two of the most powerful Gods of the Wold would be a new one.
She bows her head and that's when she notices it. Her hands are quite dirty from all the events of the day, and there's even some blood on them from when she healed the others' wounds. And Domi touched them. The color fades from her face as she worries about the implications. Has she rubbed dirt - or worse - into his hand? She swiftly clasps her hands behind her back where they can't be seen. What has she done?!
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Thursday June 13th, 2024 5:53:19 AM
~Ugh!~ She'd been spotted. What sort of a shadow dancer was she if she couldn't even hide from a god? A good one, she decided. She crept out from under the table grateful for the significant diminution of light and as much as it rankled, negated the 'darkness that was cloaking Snickit. She'd been very much enjoying that gloom. It had saved her life. Still, if the nice god wasn't going to be painfully bright, she wasn't going to be selfishly dark.
"Don't complain, Snickit. It's rude." She admonished her pick. Its twin, Dabz duly gloated and made a raspberry sound at Snickit - or rather did so in Yrûl's head. !Shhh! Dabz! Don't be so childish! He'll notice - THEN you'll be sorry."
Yrûl was very certain that both of her weapons (picks) were actually sentient and fully capable of communication. That most of that communication was far from helpful was a decided handicap at times, but it was certainly useful to be able to instruct them in exactly what it was she wanted and to exhort them to greater effort. Belatedly, she realised that she was ignoring the god in the room.
"Ah....Yes... well....I'll just stand quietly over here then." She muttered apologetically as she sidled off to the side so as not to impede proceedings in any way.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Thursday June 13th, 2024 6:36:26 AM
Danko nods as sweet Nira gathers the coat....
At the words of Domi, Danko straightens himself up a bit... but being uncharacteristically at a lack words... simply takes out a carrot out of his pouch.... and says softly....
" would you like a carrot? ..... "
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Thursday June 13th, 2024 11:52:59 AM
Gaffer smiles in amusement as he watches the various reactions of his friends. He naturally holds the Gods in the high regards, and is greatful that Domi has answered the call in their time of need. Still, it is the garden he loves, not the gardeners.
He finishes searching through the treasure and chuckles to Ram, "And maybe we don't mention that the only enemies we couldn't defeat were a pair of birds."
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Thursday June 13th, 2024 6:23:32 PM
Hmerrin actually turns red in embarrassment at the favorable comparison to his childhood hero, by a god no less. "Thank you, Sir," is all he can manage to respond.
Domi's question regarding this plane and the slaves therein is on point. Waiting politely for Dez to respond first, the fighter puts waterskin to lips for a much needed drink.
.."would you like a carrot?.."
Hmerrin's spit take is epic. He only has time to turn his head slightly away from the god before blowing a mouthful of water across the remains of a destroyed statue.
"I'm sorry," he snorts/sobs/chuckles. "Really sorry. But...I mean...seriously... [snort] .. you just...[snicker]...a carrot?!?"
Coming down from the fight and having met a god and then Danko...well its all the man can do to try and maintain his composure.
He stands there, taking slow breaths and trying very, very hard not to dissolve into laughter.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Thursday June 13th, 2024 7:28:06 PM
"Well, you see," responds Desdichado, "we came here to put a stop to these rakshasa from harrassing the Wold. They're slavers and worse...much, much worse."
He describes to Domi some of the truly horrific things they've seen the rakshasa do here and in the Wold. He briefly describes how the great dragon Vernyx sent them to find Baba Yaga's hut and how they used it to access the rakshasa's home.
"Killing the Maharaja was hopefully a good step toward stopping them finally, but we don't even know how many slaves are left in this...plane, or wherever we are. Hopefully we've disrupted their plans enough that many can escape."
"In fact, if they can find their way to Baba Yaga's hut," Desdichado describes where it was left in the jungle, "they might even get home from there. We saw a few others leave that way."
At Danko's offer of a carrot to his Patron, all Dez can do is bow is head and try to suppress a laugh.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Thursday June 13th, 2024 8:39:11 PM
Ramirez pokes Gaffer with an elbow. Shhh. Let's not talk about the lightning bolt throwing birds for awhile ok?
Ramirez takes in the scene, making mental notes and memories to be recalled later.
I'll Save the Carrot for Later if You Don't Mind [DM Jerry] Thursday June 13th, 2024 10:25:02 PM
Domi grins at NIra, but doesn't say anything and then turns to nod at Yrul.
When Danko offers him the carrot, he says, "Sure, Danko. I think I'll save the carrot for later if you don't mind." He puts it into a pocket in his robe.
Domi looks drolly at Hmerrin as the fighter laughs, but doesn't crack a smile.
Domi turns to Dez and listens carefully to all he has to say. "That matches my information as well...for the most part."
He looks at each in turn and says, "It seems, heroes, that our business here is now at a place where we can travel to the Lands of Rest to see what Desdichado's fate will be.
He changes into his divine form.
"STAY NEAR TO ME AT ALL TIMES, NO MATTER WHAT MAY HAPPEN."
He pointedly looks at Yrul.
"YRUL STAND BY ME. HERE!"
And with that command, Yrul moves against his will to stand directly beside Domi on his right hand."
"GOOD! "
With a shout, He commands, "GATEWAY!"
A magical gateway with opposing hammers carved into it at the top, flickers into view. He nods, satisfied.
"FOLLOW NOW!"
Domi takes a few steps forward and passes through the gate and disappears.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Friday June 14th, 2024 3:43:14 AM "What may happen??" Nira is a little distracted by Domi's statement, but snaps to attention when he demands they follow. Normally she'd step aside and let the stealthier and sturdier of the party go first, but if Domi himself says to go then she's going. She doesn't need to be told twice.
How she wishes there was time to cast a dozen Prestidigitation spells to clean everyone up.
Nira steps through the gate.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Friday June 14th, 2024 4:58:53 AM
Yrûl swallowed nervously. She'd been commanded by a god! The next instant she found herself dutifully standing to the right of the celestial being. The thought did occur that perhaps Des wasn't the only one dead. Perhaps they all were and this is what happened when you died. But, Snickit and Dabz! Surely they couldn't be as easily dispatched?
'Hang in there, Guys.' She mentally told them. Naturally, they felt that this was all just a grand adventure and immediately set to arguing over who Domi liked best. Yrûl did her best to ignore the squabbling. She felt very vulnerable. She'd have much rather been behind the god than stood right up next to him. It was a Shadow Dancer thing - having the option to hide behind something. She consoled herself in the knowledge that no one would be looking at little her when there was a REAL 100% bona fide GOD stood before them!
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Friday June 14th, 2024 6:26:54 AM
Danko smiles... with great happiness ... as Domi accepts his carrot....
He promises to himself that he will never be without carrots ever again!
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Friday June 14th, 2024 2:40:54 PM
It hits Gaffer as the gate opens. It's been some six years to reach this point, the Majara is dead and the tide is almost done.
Gaffer walks forward with a big smile on his face. "Let's go team."
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Friday June 14th, 2024 5:10:31 PM
Desdichado's spirit follows right behind Domi through the gateway.
Domi's words echo in his mind "...for the most part": had he forgotten something, or been misinformed? Or maybe it was just that the Woldian Gods know much more than the mortals of the Noble Races of what has been happening. He chews on these thoughts as he prepares to soon meet another of the Powers.
"Well Get To It Heroes" [DM Jerry] Friday June 14th, 2024 11:26:21 PM
As each of you emerge from the other side of the gate, you find yourself in a corridor of sorts. The walls and ceiling are made of flame.
"WE ARE WITHIN THE BORDER OF THIS REALM. THEY SHOULD NOT BE ABLE TO FIND US HERE. IF THEY DO, I'LL HAVE TO GET DIRECTLY INVOLVED AND THAT WOULD BE REGRETABLE.
"COME!"
Domi sets off within this fiery corridor at a fast rate.
"YOU DON'T ACTUALLY HAVE TO MOVE YOUR FEET. JUST "WILL" YOURSELF TO MOVE AND YOU WILL AT THE RATE OF SPEED YOUR MIND CAN IMAGINE. DO NOT LAG BEHIND OR RACE AHEAD. STAY TOGETHER."
Domi slowly increases his speed while not moving his feet. Time and distance is...."perceptive" in this place. It seems to last forever and also seems as if you are all stuck within a moment. And movement is with your mind.
As you move, the flames begin to have a purple hue. Then the flames begin to die out around you.
Domi commands, "GATE SHOW YOURSELF." a purplish marble gate forms. It is locked and closed.
"I MIGHT AS WELL LET YOU FIND THE KEY FOR THIS GATE."
He grins. "THINK OF IT AS A TEST TO SEE IF YOU TRULY ARE THE BEST ADVENTURING GROUP CURRENTLY ACTIVE IN THE WOLD! REMEMBER, MOST GATES OUT HERE IN THE PLANES HAVE AN EVERCHANGING KEY THAT MUST BE NEAR THE GATE. ONE SIMPLY HAS TO USE LOGIC, MAGIC AND INTUITION TO FIND IT."
..."WELL GET TO IT HEROES. IF YOU NEED SPELL RESTORED, ASK."
He pauses listening to something. He speaks.
"YES GARGUL WE ARE ON OUR WAY AND OUT OF THE RAKSHAZA REALM. WE SHALL BE THERE DIRECTLY BY THE LOGICAL ROUTE. NOW LEAVE ME TO IT AND JUDGE SOMETHING. YOU NEVER DO THINK THAT ANYONE ELSE CAN DO A JOB BETTER THAN YOU. GO AWAY."
He sits on a step in front of the gate and pulls out the carrot and takes a bite.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 d20+25=33 ; Saturday June 15th, 2024 2:43:14 AM
Moving without walking; that was odd. Still, Yrul tried. She jumped ahead, dropped back and almost went into a wall before she managed to emulate Domi's 'speed'. With the flames expired and upon seeing the door, she smiled. Opening doors was a shadow dancer thing. Sure keys were useful, but they were also optional. She looked around. Why waste her skills if this 'key' was simply going to present itself?
"Here key! Come on, there's a good little key!" She called to it. It made sense. After all, she always got the best out of Snickit and Dabz by talking to them; so perhaps the key too was sentient.
~~~ Perception: 33 ~~~
She held off attempting to pick the lock as sneaking into - whatever this unearthly place was - would likely be frowned upon. Then again, she had been invited to open the door. ~~~
Yrul will try next round to open the door if someone far cleverer than her doesn't solve the riddle.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Saturday June 15th, 2024 5:16:44 AM
Nira wills herself forwards, but never ahead of Domi.
This gateway puzzle could be a fun one. "Ok. We can do this."
Nira clears her throat and then in her best Domi impression calls "GATE. OPEN!" Expecting it not to work, she glances somewhat sheepishly to Domi and blushes "I thought it worth a try"
She turns away from the gateway and starts experimenting with the flames, seeing how her distance from them can affect their color and what it takes for them to die out. The purple hue of the flames may relate to the purple color of the gate. She then tries to see if she can 'will' them to do things much like she can move herself.
While testing out the flames she tries to start a conversation with Domi. "I do hope we haven't drawn you away from anything important. That's not to say, I mean, of course everything you do is important. I mean, well.. nevermind". Being around a god is making her quite flummoxed. "Ugh. Probably best to stay quiet now Nira".
Nira has cast many spells today and by her count it's been more than any day before and she's running very low. She'd like to have her spells restored by Domi, but it just feels like cheating to ask for them right away. She wants to at least appear to use her brain first.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Saturday June 15th, 2024 7:47:10 PM
Ramirez enjoys the experience of moving without moving, more experiences for future songwriting. Now for the gate. Hmmmm.
Well, it worked for moving....Ramirez closes his eyes and imagines the key to appear in his hand, just like when they used their minds to move through this realm.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) d20+36=45 ; Sunday June 16th, 2024 1:14:58 PM
Gaffer keeps to a composed drift forwards while they follow Domi through the corridor. Once the search for they key is presented however he begins to fly around with a slightly reckless abadon. He's used wings, become air itself, by flying in his own form is a rarity he greatly enjoys.
He doesn't forget to search through the flames as he does so, like Nira, imagining that the similarity of colour is likely a clue. Though part of his mind wonders if this is a more classic riddle, and Domi themselves is carrying the key.
----- Perception: 45
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Sunday June 16th, 2024 2:22:59 PM
Desdichado remembers back to the orchard maze he was just trapped in. Figuring out riddles like this isn't really his strong suit. But, he figures some more direct actions wouldn't hurt to try.
He knocks on the marble of the gate and calls out, "Hello, is anyone there? Can you please open the gate?" And for good measure he turns to Domi and says, "My Patron, is it possible that we might ask of the key from you?"
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- d20+27=42 ; Sunday June 16th, 2024 2:51:34 PM
Hmerrin finds speeding up without walking to be an exciting experience. "Now leave me to it and judge something" elicits another involuntary chuckle. This is the first entity he's ever encountered who'd dream of addressing Gargul in that manner.
And then its test time.
The fighter considers options not yet taken by his friends. Shrugging, he activates the Brahmah Tattoo on his forearm, Invisibility Purge. Hmerrin scans walls, ceiling, floor, and door for anything key looking [Perception 42]
Perception is Everything [DM Jerry] Sunday June 16th, 2024 10:52:13 PM
The key does not come to Yrul when she calls.
The gate does not open at Nira's request.
The key does not come to Ramirez when he tried to imagine it appearing into his hand.
The gate does not respond or open to Dez knocking on it. He does notice that his knock makes no noise as he is currently in spirit form and can't physically touch anything. He begins to wonder what keeps him from just falling through the floor of the corridor. When he calls at the gate, Domi smiles for a second watching him.
When Dez asks Domi if he will give him the key, Domi laughs softly and says, "I DO NOT POSSESS THE KEY."
Gaffer does a very successful perception check and notices the following things in the area near and on the gate.
--The flames outside the corridor they have been traveling within have died out. The walls of the corridor are translucent and the area beyond seems a purplish blue. As the party traveled through the corridor the color of the area beyond its walls have changed from red flames to purple flames to now just a purple hue.
--The gate is constructed with purple marble stones a bit brighter than the area behind the translucent walls of the corridor. On the left side of the gate is a indentation, easily ignored being the same color as the rest of the gate. The indentation is about 6 inches deep and also 6 inches on a side. The bottom of this indentation is curved as if it could hold a ball. A black arrow is painted into the indentation that points in a clockwise circle.
Hmerrin activates Brahmah's Tattoo and with his perception check also sees what Gaffer has found, but he notices something else as well. An invisible crystal ball is sitting to the right of the gate on the "floor" of the corridor.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Monday June 17th, 2024 5:44:51 AM
Yrûl wasn't really adept at spotting invisible things; but then she didn't need to be as Hmerrin had helpfully purged the pesky condition from a little ball that would conveniently fit in a little hole with a little arrow above it, helpfully giving a little hint about which way to rotate said ball.
"Come on, you two, we can do this." She encouraged her weapons before stepping over to collect the orb. It looked like it was made of glass, so she tossed it in the air and caught it several times before pretending to fumble it. She grinned impishly at the concern exhibited by any that were troubled by her antics. Belatedly she remembered Dez needed hauling back from the realms of the dead and here she was being a frivolous shadow dancer, as usual. She chalked it down to the adverse influence of Snickit and Dabz. She'd have to have words with them later. For now, by way of apology, she endeavoured to open the door.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Monday June 17th, 2024 5:11:17 PM
Gaffer steps clear of the Gate as Yrul moves forward to place the orb in back in it's resting place. He does indeed believe for a moment she has dropped it and recoils as he expects to hear it clatter to the... ground? But thankful she catches it a moment later and he untenses.
He looks to Domi for some sign of approval that this is indeed the correct key.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Monday June 17th, 2024 5:30:21 PM
Dez watches as they pick up the ball and attempt to put it into the indentation. He also thinks about why he's floating in place and wonders if he could move up and down - or even through the gate to see what's on the other side.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Monday June 17th, 2024 6:02:02 PM
Ramirez waits to see what happens with the ball. Does it have to be turned like a key after you put it in?
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Monday June 17th, 2024 7:14:00 PM
Thinking Yrul is on the right track, Hmerrin watches anxiously.
If the ball is still invisible to all but the fighter, he was going to do the same thing as Yrul.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision d20+32=52 ; Monday June 17th, 2024 8:08:35 PM
Nira takes up a place behind Yrul, her arm extended and ready in case something bad should happen to him.
She looks over his shoulder at the ball to see if it has any markings that might indicate 'up'
----------- Perception: 52 Ready action to cast Heal on Yrul if it's apparent he's taken damage
[DM Jerry] Monday June 17th, 2024 8:24:05 PM
Domi calmly looks back at Gaffer and says, "GAFFER YOU DIDN'T NEED TO CONSULT ME WHEN YOU DECIDED TO TAKE ON YOUR LATEST QUEST."
He summons another carrot and begins chewing on it.
(I may post again later tonight.)
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Monday June 17th, 2024 8:32:38 PM
“You…. Can … summon…. Carrots ????? I’m sooo impressed !!”
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Monday June 17th, 2024 8:51:31 PM
Gaffer is quite distracted by the freedom of movement as his disposal and takes a moment to refocus as Domi's words jolt him back. He drifts forwards to be beside Yrul and shows where the sphere is meant to go, and once placed he gently turns it clockwise until the gate reacts.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Monday June 17th, 2024 8:55:21 PM
“You…. Can … summon…. Carrots ????? I’m sooo impressed !!”
Oh Wow! [DM Jerry] Monday June 17th, 2024 10:55:59 PM
When the sphere has been replaced into the circular "divot" in the recessed part of the wall, and the sphere twisted clockwise, there is an instant shimmering and the gate silently opens.
"WELL DONE. KNOW HEROES THAT THIS IS HOW MOST IF NOT ALL GATEWAYS IN THE PLANES WORK. THE KEY CHANGES AFTER EACH USE. KEYS MAY BE HIDDEN, INVISIBLE, DISGUISED, ETC. ONCE I SAW A GATE TO MAAB'S TABLE ON THE WOLD PROPER THAT HAD 100 REAL DIAMONDS IN A BAG BURIED NEARBY AND ONLY ONE WAS THE KEY. I HAVE TO THINK THERE WAS A WAY TO IDENTIFY WHICH ONE WAS THE KEY, BUT THIS GROUP HAD TO TRY ABOUT 70 OF THE DIAMONDS BEFORE THEY FOUND THE ONE THAT WAS THE KEY.
"MORE LIKELY THAN NOT, IT WILL TAKE SKILLS, SPELLS, AND LOGIC TO FIGURE IT OUT. THIS ONE WAS A BIT EASIER THAN MOST SINCE THE KEY WAS ALREADY IN THE "SLOT." BUT WHO WOULD LOOK FOR THE KEY WHERE IT IS NEEDED?"
Domi, then take a look and motions saying, "AFTER YOU. I'M ASSUMING YOU'VE BEEN TO THE SHADOWLANDS BEFORE?"
The area ahead of you has a bluish violet hue but there is no discernible source for the "twilight" scene around you. It is chilly and there is a slight breeze. There is no smell. At least not here.
"JUST AS YOU CAN ADJUST YOUR SPEED IN THE FEY CORRIDOR, YOU MAY ADJUST YOUR VISION HERE, BUT NOT YOUR SPEED. IF YOU CONCENTRATE, YOU CAN SEE COMPLETELY ACROSS THE PLANE.
"CONCENTRATE TO YOUR LEFT AND YOU'LL SEE LESS LIGHT AND WITHIN THE DARKNESS A BLACK ORNATE GATE. THAT LEADS TO KOSHE-MARR, CREATED BY MARTEAUS, FORMERLY ONE OF THE TWIN PUNISHERS OF GARGUL, CREATED TO DO HIS WILL IN THE FIRST AGE. IT IS SORT OF A CREATION WITHIN A CREATION, DONE BY MARTEAUS WHEN HE REALIZED THAT THE CREATOR WAS GOING TO LET THE WOLD DIE TO DEFEAT HIM AT THE END OF THE 3RD AGE. HE SURVIVED BY USING ONE OF THE ITEMS OF CREATION. SO KOSHE MARR REFLECTS THE MIND OF MARTEAUS."
He waits for a bit to let the group concentrate and look at the Black Gate.
"CONCENTRATE AHEAD AND TO YOUR RIGHT AND YOU'LL SEE THE SKY TURNS RED AND IF YOU FOCUS ON THAT, YOU CAN SEE RED STREAMS LEADING TO THE RIVER OF BLOOD THAT CARRIES ALL SOULS TO THE LANDS OF REST.
"DEZ, YOU MAY ALREADY BE FEEING THE PULL NOW THAT YOU ARE HERE. IT'S OK. DON'T FIGHT IT. LET IT TAKE YOU AND IT WILL UNERRINGLY GUIDE YOU TO THE LANDS OF REST AND GARGUL'S THRONE. WE'LL MEET YOU THERE. YOU WILL BE SAFE. FAREWELL FOR A SHORT TIME, MY NEW FRIEND."
"GO AHEAD, DEZ. SAY YOUR TEMPORARY GOODBYES. WE WILL FOLLOW AND MEET YOU THERE. IT IS BEST NOT TO FIGHT IT AS THAT BECOMES VERY UNPLEASANT, I UNDERSTAND. TRUST ME."
As he speaks several souls flit past towards the River of Blood. One looks at Domi in his divine form and whispers, "Oh wow" as he passes.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Tuesday June 18th, 2024 5:52:57 AM
"Right. River of blood. Not dark gate. Got it." Yrul confirmed, mostly for Snickit and Dabz' benefit. Those two were so easily distracted - not like her.
"See you in a bit, Dez." she said quietly and again looking over at the dark gate. Why couldn't they go that way? It looked so much more inviting than the red thing? She turned back to face the way ahead.
"Yep, ready. All ready. Ready as a ready thing that's ready. Even Snickit and Dabz are ready, Your Godliness."
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Tuesday June 18th, 2024 4:56:29 PM
“ Let’s go then. We’re off to see the wizard… or some such thing. “
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Tuesday June 18th, 2024 6:00:29 PM
Gaffer turns to Des, serious for the moment. "Promise that you're planning to rejoin us?" He's not sure he can hug him right now, but it's worth a try.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Tuesday June 18th, 2024 6:12:16 PM
Heeding Domi's words, Desdichado says goodbye to the others. "Well, I'm not one for long speeches. You've all been wonderful companions and I'm sure I'll see you all again in no time at all. It's been nice saving the Wold with you!"
He allows himself to be carried along by the pull, somewhat anxious to be standing before Gargul soon.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Tuesday June 18th, 2024 7:01:45 PM
"Take care," Hmerrin answers Dez.
As Dez floats off, the man decides 'take care' was a pretty stupid thing to say.
Seeking to distract himself, he concentrates to the left. The black gate stands ominously, he thinks. He makes a mental note to stay out of it. Reflects the mind of Marteaus. Doesn't sound pleasant at all.
He's not sure what to think about the red streams on the right leading to the Lands of Rest. He supposes they're all taking that trip eventually. He'd just like some more time in the Wold first.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Tuesday June 18th, 2024 7:07:58 PM
Ramirez takes a deep breath. This was all fascinating, but he refocuses on the task at hand. Ok, he mentally wills himself to be ready for a meeting with Gargul.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Tuesday June 18th, 2024 8:15:59 PM
Nira tries extending her vision as far as she can to the right and then to the left. Doing it quickly makes her feel a little dizzy though. Curious what will happen, she then tries looking straight up.
When it comes time to say some parting words to Des, she tries to make light of the situation. "Just try not to be a 'burden' for Gargul, you hear?" She says, forcing a grin. The smile fades as she adds in all seriousness "We'll be right behind you".
I LEAVE THEM TO YOUR TENDER MERCIES [DM Jerry] Tuesday June 18th, 2024 10:37:03 PM
Dez slowly floats out of site picking up speed as he moves towards the River of Blood that carries the souls of the dead to the Lands of Rest and Gargul's judgment.
Gargul, seeing that our heroes are ready if not anxious to get on with it, begins walking forwards, but he looks to Nira. You cast the Miracle spell, Nira, and we are now in the Shadowlands proper...so any moment now...
In a few seconds, magic envelopes the party and they too begin to fly towards the Lands of Rest.
"THIS IS NOT POPULARLY KNOWN, BUT WHEN IN THE WOLD PROPER OR IN THE SHADOWLANDS, AND A FEW OTHER PLACES, GARGUL GRANTS A BOON FOR ADVENTURERS COMING TO SPEAK FOR AND ASK FOR A RETURN TO LIFE. THIS BOON IS TO GRANT QUICK AND SAFE PASSAGE TO HIS THRONE.
"YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO CHANGE DIRECTION SOMEWHAT TO THE LEFT AND THE RIGHT. YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO SPEED UP AND SLOW DOWN A BIT, BUT ONCE THE SPELL IS CAST YOU WILL INDEED TRAVEL TO GARGUL'S THRONEROOM. YOU CAN'T DECIDE NOT TO GO.
Our heroes, wanting now just to "get there," speed up and angle to the right towards the River of Blood. For a while, you keep Dez in sight, but as he approaches the river and sinks into it, you lose sight of him. You float or fly at a decent rate of speed beside the river, but not over it. You can smell its earthy magic and it is both sweet and somehow unsettling, brimming with power. Not blood, but Woldsblood, the stuff of creation.
The River of Blood flows into a lake making the afterlife lands look like a continent on the far side of a brownish red sea. It seems divided into three parts.
The left is dark, looks partly destroyed, and you find yourself not wanting to look at it. If you force it, you begin to hear cries of torment and screams of anguish.
The center is a mountainous area with a palace as its gateway, obviously Maab's Palace and within Maab's Table. If you concentrate you can hear elvish music playing from that direction.
To the right, is a paradise of rivers, lakes, trees and low hills. Near the shore of the lake of Woldsblood is a Black Amphitheatre or "half dome." Gargul's seat of judgment. A small crowd can be seen within and a line of souls lined up to the left of the throne waiting for judgment.
Miles and more behind Gargul's Throne is a Palace with uncountable columns of what looks to be marble. This is where any Conclave of the Gods is held. Beyond that and to the left is a simple ancient house or cottage. The Oshirr House where the Wold was created.
You begin to slow down as you approach Gargul's Throne and softly land on the grass. The first thing you notice is that you can feel a prickly feeling as you walk here through your boots. It is if the grass is needle sharp in some magical way. It seems.....more real. Everything here excites your eyes and looks brighter, clearer, bolder....more real.
Of course if you've been here before to Gargul's Throne, you remember this, though the memory of some of these details may have faded.
Ahead of you and to the left side you see Desdichado in the line of those to be judged.
Domi looks up at the throne in the distance and says, "THEY ARE HERE. I LEAVE THEM TO YOUR TENDER MERCIES."
He then turns to our heroes and said, "IT TRULY WAS A PLEASURE TO MEET YOU. FARE WELL AND LIVE WELL." He bows slightly and walks away.
(Danko's post appeared twice. I'll delete one of them. I decided to delete the 1st one as the 2nd one fit the story progression best.)
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Wednesday June 19th, 2024 4:06:09 AM
"Um, yes, thank your, Your Godliness. We Shadow Dancers are good at that...mostly" Yrûl answered nervously. There were, by her reckoning, far too many gods around here. The sooner they got back to some decent shadows, the better. Plus, it was, she was sure, just a matter of time before Snickit and Dabz came out with something truly inappropriate. Then she'd be in trouble! She fidgeted nervously willing Dez to the front of the queue.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Wednesday June 19th, 2024 5:35:48 AM
Nira averts her eyes from Gargul's gaze. She cast the miracle, which means she's responsible for getting his attention and that's a big deal. It's the first time she's ever had to seek an audience with him and she isn't sure what to expect.
She smiles and nods her head to Domi as he departs. "The pleasure was ours, I'm sure"
As Nira stands and waits for Des to make it to the front of the queue she has a realisation. All her life she practised spells that would impair a foe rather than kill them, but in recent times she has used spells like Suffocation and in the last fight even Power Word Kill. It makes her wonder. Has she crossed a line? She can rationalise that her foes were evil, and that killing them with a spell was no different to killing them with a sword. But still, has she changed? Is she still 'good'? It's a troubling thought and something she will dwell upon later.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Wednesday June 19th, 2024 6:20:18 AM
While obviously unnecessary, Danko sprouts his dragon wings... they just make him feel more comfortable while flying...
Once "landed" Danko stands with the others..
{ Wish I had an orange about now.... } he thinks to himself.... for no reason in particular....
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Wednesday June 19th, 2024 5:29:17 PM
Desdichado waits in line with the other spirits. He was definitely feeling much more comfortable with Domi and the Tide by his side.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Wednesday June 19th, 2024 6:55:43 PM
With a bow, Thank you Domi, for guiding us here safely. Not knowing what else to say to the God, and still absorbing everything he has seen on this journey, Ramirez waits quietly for Gargul to pass judgement.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Wednesday June 19th, 2024 7:37:27 PM
The blood of the wold is an enthralling thing to be near and he is lost for a time in the flow of sensations that follows as they touch to grass more real than all the fields he has walked through. When he looks up, Domi has already left and they are waiting as Des waits.
It's a long line of people before them and it occurs to Gaffer that there is even a chance of seeing a familiar face within the crowd. He averts his gaze. There are thoughts and questions about life best left for when the adventure is done.
He expands his senses and allows his mind to drift, wandering what it would be like to call upon his magic here.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Wednesday June 19th, 2024 8:24:47 PM
Hmerrin gives Domi a respectful nod in return as the god departs.
The place and situation has the fighter uncharacteristically subdued.
He can't shake the feeling of the slow walk to dad's room to explain how all the pigs got out of the pen.
I SENTENCE YOU [DM Jerry] Wednesday June 19th, 2024 11:46:00 PM
You hear the voice of Gargul. He is not happy. An old lady spirit with a very pointed and hooked nose stands before him. He takes another look at the book in front of him as a quill pen writes by itself into the book. Gargul reads and thinks for a moment.
"THAYADORA ABLETEN, YOU MURDERED YOUR SISTER WHEN YOU WERE 17 AND WERE NOT CAUGHT. BECAUSE THE WITCH YOU WERE APPRENTICED TO PREFERRED HER BECAUSE SHE STUDIED HARDER. YOU HAD THE BETTER GIFT AND SQUANDERED IT. FEELING CONFIDENT, YOU PROCEEDED TO MURDER FOUR MORE THAT GOT IN YOUR WAY DURING YOUR LIFE. I DON'T HAVE THE SMALLEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR PLEAS.
"I SENTENCE YOU TO THE ESTATES OF UNREST FOR 100 YEARS TO BE PUNISHED FOR YOUR EVIL DEEDS. YOU THEN YOU WILL COME BEFORE ME AGAIN TO TELL ME WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED. IF AT THAT TIME, YOU CANNOT SHOW ME YOU ARE WORTHY FOR A REINCARNATED LIFE, YOUR EXISTENCE WILL BE FORFEITED.
"BEGONE!"
A demon appears, grabs her, and both disappear.
Gargul takes a sip of Klah and turns the page in his book. But the book, with a mind of its own begins to glow and many pages turn. The quill pen begins furiously writing on this new page as a strange voice says, "A miracle has been cast on this one's behalf."
He watches our heroes, very carefully observing every movement. Gargul snorts, then speaks.
"FERRIN AVELOSE, ALSO KNOWN AS DESDICHADO, COME FORWARD. I'M BUMPING YOU TO THE FRONT OF THE LINE. ONE OF YOUR ADVENTURING COMRADES, ONE NIRA WYNVYRE, HAS CAST A MIRACLE SPELL ON YOUR BEHALF.
"ADVENTURERS YOU MAY APPROACH TO STAND WITH YOUR COMRADE."
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Thursday June 20th, 2024 4:35:14 AM
"Approaching. Yes, we can do Approaching, Your Godliness." Yrûl confirmed with an enthusiastic skip forward. 'Just be nice and don't do anything to draw attention.' She warned her weapons, hoping that for once they were actually paying attention. That didn't seem very likely as there were a myriad distractions to fascinate the visitor here. Still, here she was, stood before a God. That wasn't something that happened every day. It was just the sort of thing that tended to consume one's attention and demand a great deal of focus. She had told Snickit and Dabz that this was a God, hadn't she? She felt sure that she had, but then wondered whether gods made you forget stuff. She decided that such was extremely probable as both Snickit and Dabz, mere picks both, were quite adept at making her forget stuff.
Smile. She remembered to smile. It was always good to look friendly when talking to a God.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Thursday June 20th, 2024 4:15:05 PM
And Danko approaches with the others. Thinking better of it, he forgoes offering a carrot to Gargul.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Thursday June 20th, 2024 5:02:19 PM
Desidchado hears his name - his true name - called by Gargul. Silently and solemnly he walks out of the line to stand before this Judge. He keeps his eyes focused on the ground in front of him, waiting for Gargul to speak.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Thursday June 20th, 2024 5:34:56 PM Well, Hmerrin thinks to himself hopefully, by comparison we might do all right.
When instructed, the fighter immediately moves forward to stand beside Dez..
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Thursday June 20th, 2024 7:02:58 PM
Gaffer is happy to step up beside Dez and keep him company while he awaits judgement.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Thursday June 20th, 2024 7:50:28 PM
Nira has never heard anyone call Des by his full name. It doesn't sound right to her. This is Des.
The 'one Nira Wynvyre' also doesn't sound great. It's like the way her mother would call her to admonish her when she'd done something wrong. She knows in her heart that she hasn't done anything wrong in casting that miracle spell. All she has to do is be respectful and truthful. "Also like I was to mother".
She steps forward and gives a low bow. "My lord. Thankyou for granting us this audience."
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Thursday June 20th, 2024 10:47:03 PM
Ramirez steps forward to stand beside Des. He says nothing, thinking it was better not to speak to a God unless asked first.
DON'T WASTE MY TIME WITH SOMETHING FRIVOLOUS [DM Jerry] Thursday June 20th, 2024 10:59:46 PM
You hear gasps and whispering in the crowd of onlookers and in the line of those in waiting.
"I hear they are the most powerful current adventuring group active today."
"Boy did they mess up. Maybe they are foolish or dumb."
"Nope, these guys have saved Dirt City from itself over and over again."
"They don't look that powerful."
"Didn't you hear Gargul that one of them cast a high level Miracle spell to resurrect their comrade?"
"And Domi brought them here IN person."
Gargul looks and examines each of our heroes in turn. A wry grin almost escapes his face with the comments of the onlookers. However, he stands, slams his huge walking stick onto the podium and shouts in such a way it echoes off of the Amphitheater and thunder echoes throughout the Lands of Rest:
"SILENCE OR I WILL CLEAR EVERYONE OUT!"
He thinks a bit more and then turns to Dez and speaks directly to him.
"I HAVE REVIEWED WHAT HAPPENED IN YOUR LAST COMBAT, BUT I WANT TO HEAR IT FROM YOU. HAVE NO FEAR. JUST TELL ME WHAT HAPPENED--IN YOUR OWN WORDS."
He turns to Nira. "THEN YOU MAY FORMALLY ASK ME FOR WHAT YOU WISH TO HAPPEN."
"AFTER THEY FINISH, ANY OF THE REST OF YOU MAY SPEAK AS YOU WISH OR NOT. JUST DON'T WASTE MY TIME WITH SOMETHING FRIVOLOUS."
As he speaks that last sentence, he looks at Yrul for a long second. Then at Danko. Then back to Dez, nodding to him to begin.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Friday June 21st, 2024 4:42:41 AM
Yrul jumped when the staff slammed into the ground. She did her best thereafter to 'look normal'. that was never a very easy task for the Wolds' most colourful Shadow Dancer. Looking at Gargul she decided that he too could do with a bit more colour in his life. he probably wouldn't feel the need to be so shouty then. She was about to venture just such an idea when he appended the warning about being 'frivolous'. That was disappointing. Frivolous was fun. She swallowed nervously and looked for someone's shadow to slip into. She was sorely tempted, but decided that even that move might be deemed 'frivolous'.
'Keep still!' She thought, sending that message to Snickit and Dabz. 'If we don't move, he'll forget all about us.' It seemed like a good plan to her. She made like a statue as she waited to hear what Dez had to say. She hoped for his sake that whatebver he said, it wasn't deemed 'frivolous'. Really, what was so wrong with a bit of frivolity now and again?
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Friday June 21st, 2024 8:48:26 AM
Danko keeps his head down and politely listens.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Friday June 21st, 2024 3:57:45 PM
"Yes, sir," Desdichado begins. "Well, we came to fight the rakshasa Maharaja. He had several of his bodyguards in the room with him. We each picked our targets and I ran forward to confront them in melee. I first fought the Maharaja's tiger - or more properly, I think it was one of them in the form of a tiger. That creature was tough, but by channeling Domi's fury against such evil, I was able to defeat her (or so I thought).
The real Maharaja appeared soon after - what we'd fought had only been some kind of magical copy! He sent me into some far-away maze. In the minute or so I was gone my comrades here fought valiantly. Upon my return, I saw Hmerrin downed by one of the bodyguards, but thankfully Nira was able to revive him shortly after. That made me more determined to end the Maharaja's evil influence, and so the two of us fought one another in fierce battle. I saw Sasha - the tiger - begin to prowl our way as well. I had a feeling that even we downed the Maharaja, that tiger would do me in, but I felt that making such a sacrifice was worth it. As it turned out, a vicious attack from the Maharaja downed me although in my dying breath I saw my friends end him as well at the same time. That seemed to have done in the tiger as well.
In my death, my spirit heard the Maharaja say he would use my soul to return to the Wold. I called out to Domi, you, Alemi and the Woldian Gods in that moment to help me. Apparently Nira was casting her Miracle at the same time! That is when Domi appeared and sent the rakshasa spirits away.
After that, Domi brought us here so that I might stand in judgement before you, oh great one."
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Friday June 21st, 2024 4:30:22 PM
It is a strange thing, for Gaffer, to hear there story recounted. From the reactions of the people here, and some of those from there journey, he knows that their adventures are known and talked of by many. This might still be the first time one has been recounted in front of him, by one of their own no less. There is some pride to be felt in what they have done.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Friday June 21st, 2024 7:57:03 PM
Ramirez stands proudly by Des. He knows the rest of the Tide would have done the same, and even if it had cost every one of them their lives, as long as they ended the threat of the Rakshasa to the Wold, it would have been worth it.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Friday June 21st, 2024 8:15:06 PM
Nira does her best not to tremble and waits for Des to finish before she speaks. That will give her a few moments to think. When Des concludes, she takes a half-step forward to state her request.
"My Lord. Put simply, we've come to petition you for the return of Desdichado's soul to the living Wold. He is a faithful and righteous man, and while I'm sure his soul is worthy of the Lands of Rest, there is still more for him to do. More good for him to put in the Wold." She emphasises the word 'good' and then looks to Des. "I am truly fortunate to call him friend, and I'm sure if he were to be allowed to return that he would continue to bring honor to yourself, Lord Domi, and the other Gods of the Wold"
Emboldened, Nira takes another step forward. "If it is Des' time, then my Lord, I humbly ask that you take me as well. We have all of us become as a family, and none travel alone. Even now. I would proudly stay by his side no matter the adventure than to leave Des behind"
"Should payment be due to return him, then I would give half of what remains of the rest of my life to Des to allow his return to the living Wold"
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Saturday June 22nd, 2024 8:13:11 PM
Desdichado is shocked at Nira's words and has an controllable immediate reaction. "Nira! No! I...." before glancing at Gargul and silencing himself.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Sunday June 23rd, 2024 5:41:36 PM
Hmerrin is unable to mask the pained expression as Nira makes her offer. He quickly recovers.
The fighter is sure Gargul already knows their background. He decides discretion is the word of the day. He says nothing, but remains glued to Dez's side, waiting attentively.
"IT IS INDEED FORTUNATE" [DM Jerry] Sunday June 23rd, 2024 10:50:08 PM
Gargul listens nodding as Des details the combat and events that lead to his death.
"IT IS INDEED FORTUNATE THAT YOU CALLED OUT FOR DOMI AT THE SAME TIME THAT MISS WYNVYRE CAST HER MIRACLE SPELL. YOUR LOCATION IS NOT ONE WE...MONITOR REGULARLY. IT WOULD HAVE CAUSED A DELAY WHICH COULD HAVE HAD SEVERE CONSEQUENCES. I BELIEVE YOU WOULD HAVE BEEN HEARD...EVENTUALLY."
Then he turns to Nira and frowns.
"DO YOU HONESTLY BELIEVE I WOULD ACCEPT A SACRIFICE, BRIBE OR ANY OTHER OFFER IF I JUDGE DESCHADO TO NOT BE WORTHY OF RESURRECTION? IF SO, YOU STILL HAVE MUCH TO LEARN. HOWEVER, MORTALS ARE MANY TIMES EMOTIONAL ABOUT THEIR CLOSE FRIENDS. AND I APPRECIATE THE SENTIMENT. YOUR OFFER WAS UNNECESSARY."
He pauses and looks at each of you as if determining worth, character, strength of will, and worthiness. He nods.
"DESDICHADO, YOU OBVIOUSLY ARE DESERVING AS YOUR COMRADES ARE HEROIC AND CONTINUE TO DO GREAT THINGS. THESE GREAT THINGS MUST CONTINUE."
I COMMAND YOU TO REJOIN THE LIVING....NOW."
And with that, Des' spirit is forced into the dead body. And it takes a ragged breath as if he had been holding it all this time.
"CONGRATULATIONS SON. AND TO OUR HEROES, I SAY WELL DONE."
He pauses for a moment and then adds.
"I NOW SEND YOU WHERE YOU NEED TO BE."
With a loud popping sound, our heroes disappear from The Lands of Rest and quickly are in flight back to the Shadowlands and....
(DM Jerry: I return you to the tender mercies of DMs Dan and Steve.)
And with that, Desdichado takes a ragged breath as if he hasn't done so for some time and
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Monday June 24th, 2024 5:20:05 AM
"Weeeeeeeeeeee!" Squealed Yrul in delight as she found herself zipping unaccountably swiftly between worlds. She hung onto Snickit and Dabz. This would not be a good time for them to go 'wandering off'. She was all smiles contemplating recent events. She'd met two gods and seen Dez returned to life! That was a pretty big day in anyone's book. She was willing to bet that not many colourful Shadow Dancers had days like that.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Monday June 24th, 2024 6:59:58 PM
"Welcome back, Dez!" Hmerrin cries happily as they're whisked away.
The fighter enjoys the sensation for a few moments before reality sets in.
"Uh, better prep with what we got left in case we're dropped into a hall full of irritated raks," he points out.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Monday June 24th, 2024 7:19:52 PM "Oh..." Gaffer sighs as Hmerrin calls back to the reality of their situation. "I should have asked Domi for my spells restored."
Still, Des' return is plenty of reason to be happy. "Glad you made it Des, and that you weren't forfeit too Nira."
He waits to see what comes for them next.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Monday June 24th, 2024 7:24:15 PM
"I'm happy to be back. I feel like a new me," says Desdichado with a grin.
Hmerrin's words remind him that there's probably still much work to do - the Maharaja was defeated, but what's left of the rest of the rakshasa's domain. And where will they end up from leaving Gargul? Back at Tide House? Maybe somewhere they've never been before?
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Monday June 24th, 2024 7:49:28 PM
" Wow... back from the dead! That's amazing! "
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Monday June 24th, 2024 8:14:29 PM "Yes, for a moment there I felt like I was about to be smote" Nira responds to Gaffer.
She looks over Des to make sure he's ok and then gives him a pat on the back.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Monday June 24th, 2024 11:58:50 PM Well that was....pretty amazing. Ramirez shakes Des' hand. I would stand beside you anytime.
Since they seemed to have a few moments, Ramirez gets out a notebook and scribbles down a few details of the whole experience.
Snapped Back to Reality Dan K DM Tuesday June 25th, 2024 9:30:02 AM
The Shadowlands vanish and the party finds themselves where they started, in the great palace chamber. Dez slowly gets up from the floor, instinctively grabbing his great axe as he does so. He's alive, but his body aches from head to toe. Places he didn't even know about hurt and he very much looks like a man risen from the dead after being run through the chest.
The room is much like it looked before, save a few differences. Standing about are a dozen human, elf and halfling slaves. By their bewildered expressions and talk, they were alone with the body of Des until very recently. 'He's alive!' 'Alemi's ghost, they're back!' ''Told you they would not leave us to die!'
The group crowds in around The Tide, A voice spoke into their minds and told them to gather and so they did. Once they arrived to find the Body of Des and the rest of the Tide gone, despair set in from some, thinking the Rakashasa had once again cruelly tricked them. The Tide has been gone for at least 2 hours.
The pool of silver, that was the Maharaja is still there, now nearly 20' in diameter and under your perceptive gaze, still spreading, albeit slowly. The statues are destroyed, the Tanaka are slain and the large gorilla lies where he was felled. Sasha and the birds are nowhere to be found.
Treasures abound
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Tuesday June 25th, 2024 11:30:19 AM
[b]"Um, could we make a ring of broken stone and bits to trap that silvery stuff in a pool or something?"{/b] Yrul asked. She should probably be checking out treasures or magic or some such, but really didn't feel that they were that important. What was after meeting TWO gods? Even Snickit and Dabz were quiet.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Tuesday June 25th, 2024 5:09:20 PM
" Well, let's abound ourselves of treasure! "
And with that, Danko fills his pockets and bags with as much as he can.
Almost as an afterthought, he says to the group of now ex slaves....
"Herehee! We are back and you are safe! "
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Tuesday June 25th, 2024 6:44:02 PM
"Alive? Yes, indeed, thanks to Gargul and Domi. And Nira, of course!" Desdichado looks around at the Tide and the small group that has gathered. He is truly grateful to be back.
Standing up, he glances at the silvery pool. "Let's see about getting all of you out of here, shall we? Do you know how many rakshasa are left - and are any of them nearby?"
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Tuesday June 25th, 2024 7:52:45 PM
At Dez's last question, Hmerrin lays his index finger on the tip of his nose and then points at the paladin. Cause that is the question of the day.
"Nira, any healing left?", which is also right up there, question wise.
If they've got some time, the fighter thinks their due some rewards.
As they gather it up, he asks the team, "anyone got a fast way for all of us back, or are we walking?"
How many servants are we talking?
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Tuesday June 25th, 2024 7:57:29 PM
Gaffers thoughts spin as they are surrounded by the crowd. Getting this many people out is going to be difficult if they run into any foes.
Thankfully Des is gathering info, so he turns to Ram and Nira, "I could take a handful of the group through the trees to the door, assuming the trees count for the spell. Do we have any other ways to move the group magically?"
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 d20+22=24 ; Tuesday June 25th, 2024 10:14:49 PM
kn arcana = 24
Ramirez looks at the pool of 'silver' that is still spreading. Is this something we need to worry about? kn check was for info regarding the silver. Ramirez has another thought about the Maharaja. Won't they just elect another to take his place? We may need to negotiate a deal at some point.
There's too many questions, and perhaps, not much time.
Ok, let's gather up some loot. Ramirez encourages the former slaves to do so as well. You can use it for a fresh start once we get out of here. Are there more slaves nearby? We may not have much time to get them.
As far as getting moving, Ramirez offers a shadow walk spell. It may be a little dangerous but it should get us back near the hut, and unless we pick up a lot more refugees it can take all of us.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Wednesday June 26th, 2024 6:07:11 AM
" IF.... a big if... it now works.... I could plane shift the party back... but only up to 8 of us... I can't help the slaves.... but... couldn't we just use the hut to get back? Or am I forgetting something? "
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Wednesday June 26th, 2024 7:25:42 AM
Nira checks Hmerrin over, but his wounds look pretty well treated (Post on June 7th had Nira heal his wounds, as well as Danko's and Yrul's)
She considers Danko's idea. "Plane Shift might work, but perhaps not from this room. They've done something to block that sort of travel. It might work from outside though. Worth a shot?" She also wonders whether the hut is where they left it. That might also be the ticket home.
Nira offers her haversack to carry whatever loot the group collect.
Confirmations Dan K DM Wednesday June 26th, 2024 9:46:34 AM
The Tide get their bearings and exchange a plethora of questions and ideas. High on the list are more Rakshasa and how to prevent, if possible, another from simply taking the Maharaja's place. As well as gathering trinkets and baubles, bags, pockets and pouches are soon stuffed.
As the group talks, a trio of Tanaka appear in the far west door, one of them holding another Rakshasa by the throat. "See?" it croaks looking upward at the Tanaka One of the others yells in despair. "The Maharaja is Dead! Flee!" the speaker turns and runs with one of his companions. The last, squeezes the Rakshasa mightily, breaking the things neck and dropping him to the floor. A silver whisp escapes the body and follows the fleeing Tanaka. A look of astonishment upon its face, it whispers, "It is true then." The Tanaka turns and leaves.
Through another door 2 more former slaves arrive. One of them is reddened from fire, the other appears to have bathed in blood. Both look to be in shock. "Prince Argbond and his party have left your..." he trails off as he takes in the scene before him.
The silver pool begins to slowly swirl as it continues to expand.
The total number of former slaves is 15 and save the last 2 who just entered, they followed Ramirez's encouragement and scooped up some gemstones and pieces of jewelry.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20+22=41 ; d20+13=16 ; Wednesday June 26th, 2024 5:47:19 PM
(Perception: 41) (Know. Religion: 16)
Desdichado looks at the swirling silver mass to see if he can see anything in it (e.g. is the swirl widening and showing anything on the other side, or anything shown in the silver). (Perception: 41) The silver wisp that escapes from the other rakshasa makes him think this might be something like the Maharaja's spirit (Know Religion: 16)
Stepping back, he agrees that heading to the hut is probably the best way to go. He recommends corralling the slaves and letting them know that the Tide is going to try and get them home.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Wednesday June 26th, 2024 11:31:10 PM
Ramirez asks the freed slaves. Who is Prince Argbond and where did they go? Are there any more slaves around?
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Thursday June 27th, 2024 4:47:18 AM
Gaffer realises he is still reeling a little from there recent trip when he simply stands and watches as various figures enter and exit the room.
He takes a moment to calm himself properly before continuing.
To Danko he mentions, "I was thinking more about how we get back to the hut safely. I'm worried about foes along the way, but with this many people we will likely have to walk and just be careful."
As for the silver pool, "Is there a risk of the Majara reforming from the pool? My instinct is to use dispelling magic on it but I'm concerned about 'feeding' it too. Actually my instinct is to use fire, but I can't conjure any more of that today."
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Thursday June 27th, 2024 6:46:55 AM
To Gaffer..
“ I can turn back into a dragon and carry many of us back… just a thought. “
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Thursday June 27th, 2024 7:51:14 AM "That was odd. They came, they saw, they left" Nira notes of the tanaka "Thought they might have done, well, something" On the other hand, if they're ignoring the party then the group might have a much easier time of leaving the place.
"I've burned through a lot of spells today and really should have taken Domi's offer to recover some. I'll need to hold back for now just in case."
She turns to look at the approaching slaves, and takes note of the one covered in blood. "Are.. are you ok?"
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Thursday June 27th, 2024 10:05:01 AM
"I could bring a shadowy fireball down on it." Offered Yrul. Normally the bad guys got a chance to ignore some of her shadow weaving, but as the silvery pool wasn't really in any position to do that - she hoped - perhaps the fiery part would do some serious damage.
With regards to 'stuff', she was not going to be laden down. Moving fast was what a shadow dancer did and she couldn't do that whilst carrying a ton of stuff.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Thursday June 27th, 2024 11:50:32 AM
To Gaffer..
“ I can turn back into a dragon and carry many of us back… just a thought. “
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Thursday June 27th, 2024 3:58:28 PM
To Gaffer..
“ I can turn back into a dragon and carry many of us back… just a thought. “
Confirmations Dan K DM Thursday June 27th, 2024 5:57:33 PM
One answers Ramirez, "Prince Argbond is a powerful pit fiend lord of the shadow realms. I know not what business he had here and I presume he returned to his home.". the man glances at the one covered in blood, "He was...unhappy when he left."
The one covered in blood shakes his head at Nira, "I am not physically hurt." He adds another thought in answer to Ramirez's second question, "Not anymore"
The pool of silver thins and starts to dissolve as it very slowly swirls and the stone beneath it begins to break up.
A tremor rolls through the palace, or rather radiates out from it, the epicenter, being the silver pool
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Thursday June 27th, 2024 6:33:19 PM
As the palace begins to shake, Desdichado loudly and urgently recommends that everyone make their way out. "Back the way we came in?" he suggests. "Hmerrin, do you want to take the lead in guiding everyone out of here? I can be the rear guard."
He moves to the door they came in through, waving his hand urging the slaves to leave. "Stick with a Tide buddy. We'll help you get to safety."
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 61/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Thursday June 27th, 2024 7:06:07 PM
"Yep," Hmerrin answers immediately. "Ten gold says this plane is going the way of its master."
"All right, folks," he calls the crowd. "That shaking means it time to run. Follow me."
Axes out, Hmerrin moves swiftly. but not quite his full speed, back the way they came.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Thursday June 27th, 2024 8:11:29 PM
Ramirez keeps his bow ready and makes sure the freed slaves get moving before falling in behind them alongside Des. Agreed, let's get moving. If the other 'visitors' to the plane are leaving then we should too.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp d20+15=34 ; Thursday June 27th, 2024 8:18:44 PM
Danko sprouts his dragon wings and takes to the sky.
" I'll take the high grounds "
[[[[[[[[[[[[[[ Fly - 34
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Friday June 28th, 2024 2:21:36 AM
Not physically hurt. Nira can only imagine the horrors the man has seen and been through. She can heal physical wounds, but his mental ones may never heal.
She tries to keep pace alongside the slaves as they leave. If any struggle to move or are hurt she wants to be close by to assist them.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) d20+33=42 ; Friday June 28th, 2024 6:57:15 AM "I'll take point with Hmerrin, I should be able to read the 'forest' well enough to keep us moving quickly." Gaffer is happy to be on the move.
Assuming they get outside without issue, he does his best to lead them on a straight path towards the door, avoiding any more difficult terrain.
----- Survival: 42
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Friday June 28th, 2024 9:32:08 AM
"Look like we have an important job, guys. Guys! Are you paying attention?" Yrul addressed her weapons "We'll bring up the rear and make sure that there are no nasty surprises. So you two had best pay attention - properly." She wasn't really that worried about being at the back because she could, if necessary easily outpace most others should the need arise.
This is the End Dan K DM Saturday June 29th, 2024 3:19:19 PM
The Tide head out the way they entered, ushering the former slaves with them, who are all more than cooperative in the escape. Once outside, Danko transforms into a dragon and takes to the air. What he immediately notices is that the massive flying Manta ray from earlier is nowhere to be seen. Danko must climb above the canopy to have a good option of flight. Once high enough, he see hundreds of birds from large macaws to small parrots, flying at full speed away from the palace in all directions.
Gaffer takes the point with Hmerrin and the druid quickly gets his bearings and feels strongly he can lead the party directly to the Hut, instead of the round about paths taken to get here, about 4 miles. Inside the 'gardens' is a cacophony of activity. All of it on the verge of panic and heading away from the party and the palace.
The party rushes along and passing by one of the fountains you spy a pair of Rakshasa, naked in a kneeling position and apparently praying to the statue at the center in the likeness of the Maharaja. Neither give you notice as you hurry past.
Another tremor rolls out from the palace and you now know definitively that the palace is going to be the epicenter of whatever is coming. The party rushes onward, there is little else to do.
Another Tremor rolls under you, even now nearly 1 mile from the palace, this tremor actually rolls the ground under your feet like a series of great waves. Acrobatics DC 15 or fall prone
Start Levelling PC's
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil d20-1=14 ; Saturday June 29th, 2024 8:32:47 PM
(Acrobatics: 14)
Following the others, Desdichado feels the earth move under his feet and relies on all his concentration to not fall over. He shouts "Go, go, go," once the tremor passes.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Sunday June 30th, 2024 5:02:10 AM
Yrul races on. The rolling ground is disconcerting and more than a little, but she's agile - extremely agile and bounces along with apparent ease, only stopping to help up those that fall.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 251/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- d20+15=31 ; Sunday June 30th, 2024 12:21:25 PM
It didn't take long for Hmerrin to realize nothing was going to try and surprise the group, and he stowed his axes to keep his hands free.
After a mile, a violent ground tremor struck. The fighter rode out the unexpected wave [Acrobatics 31], and then pulled up the nearest two ex-slaves who had fallen.
Waiting a beat to ensure no one is seriously hurt, Hmerrin turns and follows Gaffer.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) d20+5=13 ; Sunday June 30th, 2024 6:42:50 PM
Gaffer stumbles to the ground before pulling himself up with a grown. This could be a problem for the group as a whole, but for now he presses onwards, they still have a lot of ground to cover.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Monday July 1st, 2024 5:25:43 AM
The tremors do little to bother Nira. She pulls the nearest slave to their feet and ushers them to keep moving. "Come on. We're getting you out of here"
---------- Acrobatics check vs DC15: Autopass
My Dear Old Friend Dan K DM Monday July 1st, 2024 5:38:36 PM
The keeps their feet by and large. Hmerrin and Nira hoist some of the slaves who fell and Gaffer rolls up quickly to his feet as well. A glance behind you confirms the destruction of the once glorious palace, as the grand spire, nearly 800' high lurches to the left and topples in slow motion. The impact seems to have passed through the ground and a great molten geyser erupts from where it struck.
The ground beneath your running feet hums and vibrates as Des shouts encouragement to all to keep moving.
Another violent pitch of the ground rocks the area as an Oasis several hundred feet in front of you and to your right explodes in a great gout of molten rock. Fiery rock and trees are hurtled hundreds of yards into the air and a chasm begins to split and fall away, looking to cut directly across your path.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Monday July 1st, 2024 6:57:12 PM
After tripping and helping those around him, Desdichado is a bit behind. He can see the destruction in front of them and hopes someone has a plan as he brings up the rear.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 251/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Monday July 1st, 2024 7:09:31 PM
"Run, for Domi's sake!" Hmerrin urges on the slaves.
The fighter pauses long enough to extract and drink a potion of Fly, then sprints among the group, pressing forward to beat the oncoming chasm.
In Effect Fly
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Monday July 1st, 2024 8:27:17 PM
Ramirez uses his last haste spell, trying to catch all the freed slaves and as many of the Tide as he can.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Tuesday July 2nd, 2024 2:00:13 AM "Ok, we need to get moving" Nira considers casting a wall of stone to create a bridge, but the ground is just too unpredictable. They may have better luck in the air.
"Follow Hmerrin!" Nira casts an Animal Shapes spell, transforming those that wish to into eagles! She focuses on the former slaves first.
--------------- Standard: Cast Animal Shapes. Up to 20 people within 30ft of each other can turn into eagles. 80ft fly speed
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Tuesday July 2nd, 2024 5:38:39 AM
"Oh, we'll have some eagliness." Said Yrul. She'd just clicked her heels together for some extra speed (haste). So along with Snickit and Dabz she quickly soared into the air to espy the swiftest route back. (+30' move)
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Tuesday July 2nd, 2024 6:25:37 AM
Message " The birds are fleeing...make haste my friends... make haste!"
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) d20+33=48 ; Tuesday July 2nd, 2024 6:31:36 AM
Gaffer feels a moment of panic but it is swiftly alleviated as Nira casts her spell. He is glad she still has spells left, as he didn't have any quick options past this. He doesn't take up one of the transformations, but will shift himself into an air elemental again, and make sure to help carry forward anyone who hasn't become an eagle.
He continues to guide them forward.
----- Wildshape: Huge Air Elemental, 100ft fly speed; Strength 26, for carrying Survival: 48
The End Dan K DM d20=9 ; d20=14 ; d20=1 ; d20=9 ; d20=18 ; d20=10 ; d20=1 ; d20=8 ; d20=3 ; d20=8 ; d20=4 ; d20=11 ; d20=4 ; d3=1 ; d20=4 ; d20=9 ; Tuesday July 2nd, 2024 5:13:31 PM
Ahead of the fleeing group a gorge opens up, earth falling way to a swirling lava field below. Danko is already airborne as a dragon and Gaffer transforms into an Air elemental and that leaves 20 on the ground and Nira's spell Animal Shapes transforms the rest into eagles as they gather around the Bloodwitch.
The new host of eagles take to the air and with Gaffer leading are able to make much fast time than on the rocking ground.
In the distance to the group's left, the party spies a herd of stampeding elephants with a great bull in the lead blasting through the trees like rice paper.
Another ground explosion sends fiery missiles soaring into the air and behind the party, back towards the palace. The very land itself seems to be warping in upon itself. The surrounding jungle looks as if it is being pulled inward to a center point, a ravenous black maw hovering in the air above where the palace was. A Sphere of Annihilation nearly 100' across!
Swiftly the eagles fly onward. The heat and humid air seem to push against you, as if it were trying to entrap you so that you might die with the land.
After several more minutes of flight, nearly half of the freed slaves, 7 in all, spiral in for a landing, tired and fatigued from the efforts of the last mile. The Hut lies maybe 200' from where they land. The others continue, heedless of the plight of those who cannot make it, and land at the door. Beginning to revery to their true forms.
Another Quake sends them from their feet.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 251/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Tuesday July 2nd, 2024 6:40:19 PM
Seven eagles break off early and spiral in for a landing short of the Hut.
"For Wardd's Sake!" Hmerrin growls.
The fighter swoops in and reverts to human form. "It's right there!" he cries angrily, waving an arm in the direction of the Hut. "Run or die!"
The man scoops up the two most tired looking ones and throws each over a shoulder [Use hero point for extra action]
"Move! Move! Move!"
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Tuesday July 2nd, 2024 8:26:17 PM
Ramirez lands near Hmerrin and tries to help the nearest freed slaves to keep moving.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Tuesday July 2nd, 2024 9:08:06 PM
Gaffer lands down as well. Picking up or allowing those who can to climb atop his enlarged frame before flying them to the door.
He feels a hint of satisfaction that he was right about the realm being consumed. For all of the ways in which the situation is dire, it's also a scene he doubts almost any others have experienced before, and he takes it all in.
At the hut, his priorities are to get the freed slaves inside first, then to make sure all of the party are inside, and then to close the door for good.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Tuesday July 2nd, 2024 11:07:12 PM
Desdichado catches up with the others and helps any other slaves to keep them moving.
"Somebody get that hut door open!" he shouts.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Wednesday July 3rd, 2024 5:19:32 AM "And keep it open!" Nira calls. The last thing she wants is for someone to close the door and have it open somewhere else. "Or is it that only I can change the destination?" she wonders. Now isn't the time to be distracted though!
She checks to see if anyone else needs a hand moving and goes to assist them.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Wednesday July 3rd, 2024 10:02:02 AM
Dragon Danko acts as sentry until everyone arrives at the hut.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Wednesday July 3rd, 2024 3:54:19 PM
Dragon Danko acts as sentry until everyone arrives at the hut.
Ill never look into your eyes again Dan K DM d100=95 ; d20+20=31 ; d100=87 ; d20+20=39 ; Wednesday July 3rd, 2024 4:22:20 PM
With exhaustion taking nearly half of the now freed prisoners, several of The Tide spring into action. Gaffer swings back and picks up 2 of them and heads back to the Hut. Hmerrin lands and reverts back, a process that takes an eternity with the destruction of the actual world occurring all around. Ramirez lands as well to assist Hmerrin in getting people to safety. Dez the eagle lets out a mighty screech. Nira returns the cry as an eagle herself Danko keeps watch hovering between the Hut and the downed eagles.
The landed slaves are all transforming and the land rocks and pitches about. A flaming boulder nearly the size of a house, slams into the ground just over 30' from Hmerrin and Ramirez with deafening impact.
Danko sees nothing but destruction in nearly every direction and the Black Sphere grows as it hungrily 'eats' the world about it. The pull now, even from several miles away, the airborne dragon can 'feel'. He is in no danger, yet.
Now back to human, the slaves stagger towards the hut, panting and completely off of breath. they fall, they rise, the fall and struggle to their feet again. 5 of them in all. One woman, in her fifties perhaps, is trying to help a younger man. The other 4 too occupied with their own hardship.
40' to the rear, where the group was moments ago, another great boulder lands and the area bursts into flame.
Gaffer arrives at the Hut, where now 10 slaves are trying to get the 'door' open The druid is able to command it open and they press through to escape.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Wednesday July 3rd, 2024 5:35:40 PM
Desdichado lands nearby the slaves who have fallen behind, lifting whoever he can and carrying toward the hut.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Wednesday July 3rd, 2024 6:18:14 PM
Ramirez continues helping people get to the hut. He tries not to look worried as they move.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 251/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Wednesday July 3rd, 2024 6:31:23 PM
"This is so not good," the fighter mutters as molten rocks pound the jungle around them.
Hmerrin has grasped the shirts of two of the slaves, one in each hand. The man half carries/half shove each of them as fast as he can run toward the hut.
If/when he gets there, he unceremoniously shoves the pair through the open doorway. Then he glances over his shoulder to see if anyone is left out there.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Thursday July 4th, 2024 3:58:34 AM
It might be years of dealing with Rakshasa, but Glthe thought comes to Gaffer that they don't know those they are rescuing, and the door is their only escape.
Rather than go back to help the others, he paused by the door, one elemental arm keeping it open, as he carefully watches those inside.
If another of the tide makes it in, he'll fly back out to help, focusing on the woman helping, and the man she is supporting, first.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Thursday July 4th, 2024 4:28:38 AM
"Eww, this is not very nice." Yrûl commented as she arrived at the door. "But you guys did really well. Yes, especially you, little guys. I mean, it's easy for Aggerz, what with him being a dragonfly and all, but little butterflies - wow, you sure flapped good." She took the time to compliment her ioun stones for their hard work in keeping up, even as she helped those clambering to enter the doorway. Shadow Dancers were good at keeping their footing especially in dim light and it seemed that the light was fading fast.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31/32 haste) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137/213 temp Thursday July 4th, 2024 6:24:34 AM
Danko's dragon form shimmers in the air as he transforms back into human form. With his dragon wings extended from his now human shoulders he glides back to the ground.
" One hut no waiting! Let's make like a branch and leave! "
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Thursday July 4th, 2024 9:57:59 AM
Nira is in too much of a rush to groan at Danko's joke. She pushes to get to the hut as quickly as possible
"If it's all the same to you guys, I'll just BOUGH out of this discussion." Peabo muttered.
"Any more puns like those and you lot will really COPSE for it." Aggerz added unhelpfully. And so it went inside Yrul's bizarre mind.
The Hut - DM SteveK Thursday July 4th, 2024 4:12:08 PM
As the Black Sphere grows, the land continues to both explode and implode. Geysers of molten rocks and super-heated gases stream up and out as if trying to escape, but everything, everything is inexorably being pulled into the obsidian nothingness.
Chivvied and carried, the last of the so recently enslaved peoples are shoved into the Hut, with the heroes on their heels. Danko and Ramirez. Gaffer rushes back out to collect the last 2 ex-slaves and return. Desdichado with a load followed by Hmerrin who shoves his in and looks back. Yrul nimbly skips inside with supernatural grace. And it is only Nira and Hmerrin outside.
Above them, the reminder that this is a pocket-realm become obviously clear: clouds and stars are falling! The first star crashes like 10 meteor swarm spells, the destruction obscured by gray impenetrable mists. There is nothing more the heroes can do than go inside and shut the door.
……
Silence
…..
When Nira shuts the door, the cacophony of the apocalypse cuts off so suddenly, it takes a moment for the former slaves and heroes to begin hearing their breathing, sobbing, and a growing wave of belief and relief that they have done it!
Looking about the Hut, everyone finds themselves in the Red Room, the foyer, with the bric-a-brac against the walls. Somehow, the room is bigger, easily big enough now for everyone to stand comfortably.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Thursday July 4th, 2024 7:46:18 PM Ummm, we still have to 'move' the hut, right? So who's driving this thing? Nira?
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Friday July 5th, 2024 3:38:59 AM "Before we get too far, is anyone injured?" Nira wants to ensure wounds are treated before anything else happens. Things in this house can get very strange and she wants everyone healthy in case things come alive again.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Friday July 5th, 2024 4:49:48 AM
"um....yes, a bit." Yrul held up a tentative finger. "But if it's any consolation, Snickit and Dabz are fine"
OOC: I'll adjust the header (for 20th) later, once the go ahead to do so is granted.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137 Friday July 5th, 2024 7:26:59 AM
At Nira's question, a still battered and bleeding Danko raises his hand before slumping down against the wall to the floor.
" Me. "
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Friday July 5th, 2024 12:29:06 PM
Gaffer shifts back to fit through the doorway. He's no injuries on him, so while Nira is healing he speaks to the ex slaves about staying in the red room and not messing with the doors.
"I don't think the hut was ever actually in that plane. It should still be in Sargrass."
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Friday July 5th, 2024 3:00:58 PM
"The last place we entered from was Tide House in Dirt City." Desdichado tries to remember how they got it to work last time. They needed to find the right knick-knack and then fight all the animated objects in the hut. Will they need to do that again, he wonders?
He also asks the slaves where they are each from and how long they think they've been away so that the group can try to get them back to their respective places.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 251/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Friday July 5th, 2024 4:28:08 PM
"Its ours, right?" Hmerrin answers wearily from a sitting position on the floor. "We went through all that attacked by everything part, and we won, and now its attuned to us."
The fighter looks to Nira for confirmation.
"Pretty sure you look in the bowl there and say "Tide HQ" and the door opens in our courtyard."
CDM Jerry [OOC post] Friday July 5th, 2024 5:08:33 PM
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The Hut - DM SteveK Friday July 5th, 2024 5:16:15 PM
In the quiet, the heroes discuss the magical merits of the Hut. Is it currently on the Rakshasa plane and moments from utter destruction? Is it in the Sargrass, Dirt City, or in its own pocket dimension that merely accesses other locations. Frankly, the heroes don’t know.
It really falls to whether they feel it is safe enough to heal now or do they feel they need to attune immediately? Not only is it the heroes lives but all the former slaves that saved that is in the balance.
And even more, since Nira was the one who actually did the ritual, she is the ultimate decision to heal or attune.
The Fates prepare to cut….
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC29/20(touch) HP 155/161 CMD32 Friday July 5th, 2024 9:24:23 PM Nira, I think we need to make sure we're not on a plane of existence which is about to implode first. Or was it explode?
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 33*/17*/28 -- CMD 24 -- HP 144/144 -- DarkVision Friday July 5th, 2024 10:04:35 PM "Yeah, that's actually a good idea"
Without further delay Nira moves to the bowl and commands the hut to take them to Dirt City. She hopes the hut is ready to go and that no further attuning is required.
Yrûl (Nick K) HP:82/181 AC:33 F:15 R:29 W:9. CMD:39 Saturday July 6th, 2024 4:42:19 AM
"I'll just stand over here then." Said Yrul quietly. She had no idea how the hut moved around and didn't want to interrupt Nira's concentration. "Okay everyone, let's all be quiet and let the nice lady focus. yes, that means you two." The last was directed at her weapons, likely to the confusion of the former slaves.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 208/208 AC: 33(T:21/FF:26) CMD:41) Saturday July 6th, 2024 9:30:06 AM
Gaffer looks around to see if any of the other doors are still open and considers seeing if the beige room could serve them all some food, probably not the time for it though.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP:-55/229; AC:29+1 haste (31+1 haste vs Maharaja)/15/27 (75%fortification) - CMD 36], DR 5/evil Saturday July 6th, 2024 7:05:50 PM
Desdichado braces for anything to happen next, but hopes it's getting home.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137 Sunday July 7th, 2024 2:00:36 PM
Danko stays sitting on the ground, leaning up against a wall, a waits.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 31) -- CMD 37 -- HP 46/137 Sunday July 7th, 2024 5:22:54 PM
Danko stays sitting on the ground, leaning up against a wall, a waits.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 251/251 AC:34 T:15 FF:3 CMD:45) DR 5/- Sunday July 7th, 2024 6:16:38 PM
Hmerrin finds he's holding his breath.
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